First Take SA

Judgement in the matter between Umkhonto weSizwe party and former National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) Advocate Shamila Batohi, has been reserved. The Umkhonto weSizwe party approached the Pretoria High Court in an urgent bid to block Advocate Batohi's pension payout. The urgent bid by the MKP comes amid allegations of misconduct, dereliction of duty and possible perjury levelled against Batohi during her tenure as NDPP. Sibahle Motha reports..

President Cyril Ramaphosa says he'll work with the police minister to ensure stability in the force after National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola was summoned to court. Masemola and 12 senior officers face charges linked to the R360 million Medicare24 SAPS tender. The NPA hasn't revealed the specific charges against Masemola. Masemola is due in court in April. The president says he'll address the matter according to the law. Elvis Presslin spoke to Dr. Bandile Masuku, Chairperson of the Gauteng Portfolio Committee on Community Safety...

South African households are bracing for a sharp fuel price shock, with petrol expected to rise by more than R5 per litre and diesel by over R9, increases that could have a ripple effect across the economy, from transport costs to food prices. The Democratic Alliance has proposed an urgent intervention, calling on the National Treasury to cut both the Road Accident Fund and General Fuel Levies by 50% to cushion consumers. Elvis Presslin spoke to Member of Parliament, Dr Mark Burke and DA Spokesperson on Finance

Tributes are pouring in for renowned journalist and author Terry Bell, who has died aged 84. He passed away while on a family trip with his daughter and son-in-law. Bell was a respected voice in South African journalism, known for his insightful commentary on politics and economics. For more, Elvis Presslin spoke to COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator, Matthew Parks

All eyes are on the South African Reserve Bank ahead of its interest rate decision later today. It comes at a time when the economic outlook has become significantly more uncertain. Oil prices have surged above 100 US dollars, the rand has weakened toward R17 to the dollar and global bond yields remain elevated. Market indicators now suggest a more cautious outlook, with expectations of prolonged inflationary pressure. To unpack the expectations for us, Elvis Presslin spoke to Independent economist, John Loos