First Take SA

ANC in the Tshwane Metro reacts to the allegations of Tender fraud that involves the City's Chief Financial Officer. ANC Tshwane region spokesperson is Joel Masilela

The Congress of the People, COPE is calling for President Cyril Ramaphosa to fire Police Minister Senzo Mchunu immediately. This follows revelations that Mchunu, who is currently on special leave, unilaterally disbanded the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) without consulting President Ramaphosa. COPE says Mchunu's actions show poor judgment and a lack of accountability and that his removal is necessary to restore public trust in the police leadership. COPE's Acting National Chairperson, Pakes Dikgetsi

The Freedom Front Plus In Tshwane has submitted an urgent motion to investigate Chief Financial Officer Gareth Mnisi and possible political interference in a multimillion-rand security tender. The move follows evidence presented to the Madlanga Commission, revealing WhatsApp messages and lists of preferred companies, allegedly linked to the EFF and ActionSA. The opposition party claims the current administration's procurement process is under scrutiny and questions whether the controversy is about accountability or a power struggle for control of public funds. The FF Plus is calling for a change in government to restore transparency and accountability in Tshwane. We caught up with Grandi Theunissen, City of Tshwane Freedom Front Plus Caucus Leader and MMC for Community Safety In Tshwane and ANC Tshwane regional spokesperson, Joel Masilela.

As South Africa commemorates the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre, many are questioning whether the country's democracy has delivered on its promises. Despite progress, communities continue to face water shortages, electricity instability and collapsing infrastructure, sparking widespread protests. City of Tshwane Researcher, Lesego Mahlangu, in her personal capacity, argues that local government has failed to deliver and that communities must demand accountability and competence from their leaders. With the 2026 local government elections approaching, Mahlangu says it's time for citizens to reclaim their power and hold leaders accountable. She joins us on the line

A top official at Kgosi Mampuru Prison is facing calls for immediate suspension following allegations of a close relationship with murder accused Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala. Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi told a parliamentary committee that Matlala received preferential treatment, including access to a cellphone. Matlala was recently transferred to a maximum-security prison in Kokstad. Activists and Citizens Forum is demanding an investigation into possible corruption. Dennis Bloem is an activists and Citizens Forum spokesperson