The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener

Today on The Midday Report, host Jane Dutton – standing in for Mandy Wiener – unpacks the major stories making headlines. We begin with a major development in the Joshlin Smith case. The long-awaited verdict has been delivered: Judge Nathan Erasmus has found Kelly Smith – the mother of the missing girl – along with her co-accused, Jacquen Appollis and Steveno van Rhyn, guilty of kidnapping and human trafficking. Turning to the courts once again, proceedings in the murder case of a young man killed during a student protest at Walter Sisulu University in Mthatha have been delayed. A power outage at the courthouse forced the case to be postponed. And in Pretoria, heightened police presence is being reported as the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) prepare to march toward a controversial 'Orania-like' settlement. And it's a Friday, so sport and good things too. All this and more. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today on The Midday Report, host Mandy Wiener breaks down the top stories making headlines. Police have recovered bodies believed to be those of three officers who went missing last week while en route to Polokwane. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has announced a 45.6% decrease in road fatalities over the Easter weekend compared to the same period in 2024. In Gauteng, Premier Panyaza Lesufi has launched an investigation into allegations of wasteful government spending, with R34 million reportedly being spent each month on leased office space for various departments. Mandy also brings listeners the latest updates on the Cape Town fires and the current water levels at the Vaal Dam. Lastly, the trial in the Joshlin Smith case is expected to conclude this week. All this and more. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Today on The Midday Report, host Mandy Wiener unpacks the latest headlines. Preparations are underway for Pope Francis’s funeral, which is set to take place on Saturday. Moving to the courts, the Democratic Alliance has argued in the Western Cape High Court that any increase to value-added tax (VAT) must be approved by Parliament – not unilaterally implemented by the finance minister. Meanwhile, the man accused of killing a Walter Sisulu University student during a protest is expected to appear in court today. Elsewhere, the EFF has marched to the office of the Northern Cape Premier, calling for a legal review into the existence of the town of Orania. And to wrap up, Wiener brings you the highlights from the weekend in sport. All of this and more. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On The Midday Report today, host Jane Dutton (in for Mandy Wiener) provides an in-depth look at the latest news headlines. Among the top stories, a violent protest broke out at the Walter Sisulu University. President Cyril Ramaphosa is in the Eastern Cape to see the state of the Port of Ngqura. Meanwhile, it is the second day of the inquest into the death of former ANC President-General Chief Albert Luthuli. Africa is making its mark in the world of art. This and more on the Midday Report. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1 pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Midday Report today, host Jane Dutton (in for Mandy Wiener) provides an in-depth look at the latest news headlines. Among the top stories, Dutton looks at the inquest into the death of Chief Albert Luthuli and Griffiths Mxenge. The NPA is presenting new evidence that will overturn the findings of their deaths. Meanwhile, Mcebisi Jonas has been appointed envoy to the United States. Six Lusikisiki Massacre suspects are in court, and the RAF responds to corruption allegations. This and more on the Midday Report. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1 pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On The Midday Report today, host Mandy Wiener provides an in-depth look at the latest news headlines. Among the top stories, DA leader John Steenhuisen responds to the ANC’s ‘resetting’ of the GNU and the accusations that the DA acted in bad faith. A report into the George building collapse found noncompliance and system failures. President Cyril Ramaphosa speaks at the Biennial Conference of the International Association of Women Judges. The Edelman Trust Barometer shows increased trust in institutions post-GNU. This and more on the Midday Report. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1 pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Midday Report today, host Mandy Wiener provides an in-depth look at the latest news headlines. Among the top stories, the ANC is set to report back on it’s NWC meeting amidst reports that it wants a ‘GNU reset.’ The president has been speaking at the police summit. Meanwhile, a mass protest has taken place in Matatiele as residents call for justice for Cwecwe. A young South African has won a global literacy award for his work with libraries. This and more on the Midday Report. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast weekdays from noon to 1pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s Midday Report, host Mandy Wiener provides an in-depth look at the latest news headlines. Among the top stories, Minister’s Ronald Lamola and Parks Tau respond to Donald Trump’s tariffs. NPA head Shamila Batohi joins Mandy to speak about the Omotoso case, and the criticism of the prosecutors. The public protector has cleared President Cyril Ramaphosa of using state resources for party events. Since it is Friday, Mandy brings us sports and good things too. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast weekdays from noon to 1pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s Midday Report, host Mandy Wiener provides an in-depth look at the latest news headlines. Among the top stories, The DA is heading to court to interdict the VAT hike. The DA claims the ANC does not want to share power, and Action SA is on standby to join the GNU. Meanwhile, the Presidency is concerned about US President Donald Trump’s tariff hikes. Mandy also brings us an update on the Cwecwe case. All of this and more. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1 pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s Midday Report, host Mandy Wiener provides an in-depth look at the latest news headlines. Among the top stories, a shock court judgement sees Nigerian televangelist Pastor Timothy Omotoso acquitted on all charges. The NPA is under fire for ‘bungling’ the case. The budget vote is set for 2 pm and President Cyril Ramaphosa has drawn a line in the sand with the DA. Meanwhile, the ANC Women’s League is marching on parliament, and South African officials have met a US government delegation to mend fences. All of this and more. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1 pm on 702 and CapeTalk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.