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The Film and Publication Board (FPB) has refused classification of the film "Hebrews to Negroes: Wake Up Black America". The Film board says Refused classification means the film is prohibited from creation, possession and distribution is South Africa.Jon Gericke spoke to Legal Officer at the Film and Publication Board (FPB), Andrew Sebapu....

Almost three decades into democracy, government is reviewing the policy framework that guides local government in South Africa. The 1998 Local Government White Paper laid the foundation for transforming municipalities, but government says the challenges facing local government have changed over the years. These include financial instability, deteriorating infrastructure, weak governance and persistent service delivery problems. SABC News specialist researcher Maswele Ralebona joins us to unpack the issues.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to remain caretaker leader following an inconclusive election. With nearly 86 percent of votes counted, his right-wing bloc was projected to win 53 seats, against 48 for the opposition. Arab parties were projected to secure 19 seats. Netanyahu has called for a right-wing government, while coalition negotiations continue. Voter turnout reached 77-point-7 percent, the highest in more than two decades. Jon Gerickes spoke to Thembisa Fakude, Senior Research Fellow and Director Afrasid.

South Africans head to the polls on the 4th of November for the 2026 Local Government Elections. The SABC is preparing comprehensive election coverage, keeping voters informed about developments, voter participation and results. To discuss the public broadcaster's plans and coverage strategy, Jon Gericke spoke to SABC News Resources Head, Khutso Matlala.

African National Congress President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that plans are underway to address the water crisis in eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal. The province is facing a severe water crisis, with 13 out of 14 municipalities affected. This is due to ageing infrastructure, water losses and rising demand. Ramaphosa says over 44% of households in eThekwini experience water outages lasting two days or more, which is the highest proportion among South Africa's major metropolitan areas. Celumusa Zulu reports...