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    There is a huge demand for small businesses that just need funding and support - Minister of Small Business Development Stela Ndabeni

    2026/06/16 | 10 mins.
    Minister of Small Business Development Stella Ndabeni says they are now focused on meeting the target of creating jobs through creation and support of small businesses. Ndabeni says the private sector also has to work with government to support the establishment and success of small businesses. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the Minister of Small Business Development Stella Ndabeni
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    Youth unemployment remains South Africa's biggest youth challenge – NYDA CEO

    2026/06/16 | 8 mins.
    The CEO of the National Youth Development Agency says unemployment is a big factor defining life for youth in South Africa today. CEO of NYDA, Ndumiso Kubheka, states that the agency faces funding challenges in meeting the financial needs of the youth. Kubheka says their funding can only cover 2600 young people instead of 4.7 million people. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Ndumiso Kubheka, the CEO of the National Youth Development Agency.
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    Youth Employment Service says they are working with private sector to address youth unemployment

    2026/06/16 | 6 mins.
    Youth Employment Service says it has worked with private sector to create over 200 000 employment opportunities. YES's Bongekile Mzolo they are still working and pushing for more as it is not enough. YES says it is helping skill young people from schools and universities to help in fast tracking their employment. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Youth Employment Service's Bongekile Mzolo
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    Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala's case postponed to Wednesday

    2026/06/15 | 2 mins.
    The case of alleged underworld kingpin Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala and three co-accused, has been postponed to Wednesday in the High Court in Johannesburg. The accused were in court this morning. Matlala is accused of orchestrating the failed attempt to kill his former girlfriend, Tebogo Thobejane, businessman Joe Sibanyoni, and music producer Seunkie Mokubung, popularly known as DJ Vettys. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter Sashin Naidoo .
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    US Iran deal depends on compliance: International relations expert

    2026/06/15 | 12 mins.
    Pakistan and Qatar have welcomed the preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as an important step towards peace and lasting stability in the region. While still a framework, the deal marked the biggest breakthrough towards resolving the conflict that has killed thousands and upended energy markets since it began ‌with joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran in February. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Former Diplomat and International relations expert, Dr Kingsley Makhubela.
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