First Take SA

Parliament's Section 89 Impeachment Committee meets today to discuss potential candidates for evidence leader, with legal experts saying the role needs a highly skilled legal mind. The meeting comes as the Western Cape High Court is expected to rule on President Cyril Ramaphosa's urgent bid to halt the Committee's work pending a review of the Phala Phala panel report. Today the Committee will also consider draft terms of reference to guide the enquiry into whether the President has a case to answer. For more we're joined by MK Party MP, Andile Mngxitama...

Gauteng's water supply is gradually stabilising following the successful completion of Rand Water's second phase of planned maintenance. While reservoir levels are improving and pumping systems are back online, some areas, particularly higher-lying communities, are still experiencing delays in full restoration. Authorities say recovery is ongoing, with residents urged to continue using water sparingly as systems normalise. To give us an update on the recovery process, Elvis Presslin spoke to Gauteng Provincial Government spokesperson, Elijah Mhlanga...

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal into Free State High Court, Judge Lepono Lekale starts this week in South Africa's first inquiry into judicial incapacity due to illness. Judge Lekale has been on sick leave since 2018 because of an eye condition and the tribunal must decide if he can still perform his duties. Evidence will cover medical reports and the balance between health and accountability, with impeachment possible if incapacity is found. Appointed in 2012, Lekale is known for major rulings including gang life sentences and the Bophelo House protest case. Elvis Presslin spoke to Mbekezeli Benjamin, Researcher and Advocacy officer at Judges Matter...

Lobby group AfriForum has submitted a PAIA request to the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture for full details on Minister Gayton McKenzie's 2026 FIFA World Cup trip to North America. The request follows reports that nearly R31 million was spent on an 18-member delegation, hospitality suites, match tickets and fan events. Afriforum says the minister's statement gave no supporting documents and is asking for invoices, audits and other financial records. Elvis Presslin spoke to AfriForum Head of Public Relations, Ernst van Zyl

Thousands of Gauteng learners are back on the roads today as schools reopen for the third term and traffic volumes have spiked across the province. The Gauteng Traffic Police are calling on scholar and public transport operators to ensure vehicles are roadworthy, compliant and driven by licensed drivers. Elvis Presslin spoke to Gauteng Traffic Police spokesperson, Sello Maremane, to discuss what this means for parents, operators and motorists.