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The National Briefing

Hosted by SAfm · government · EN-US · 1,000 episodes

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Who hosts The National Briefing?

The National Briefing is hosted by SAfm. The show has published more than 1,000 episodes to date.

What has The National Briefing covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Built in Mzansi: How BroCode assists previously incarcerated men by providing rehabilitation and upskilling them with tech skills." (21 May 2026, 6 minutes), "The Municipal Watch: Parliament oversight role on municipalities - how effective are these oversight visits?" (21 May 2026, 15 minutes), and "Yesterday, the State of the City Address was tabled where the Executive Mayor made bold promises to reclaim the CBD as the demolition of illegal structures moves forward." (21 May 2026, 8 minutes).

How often does The National Briefing publish?

The National Briefing publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 8 minutes across more than 1,000 episodes.

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Booking probability for The National Briefing is 48%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The National Briefing requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The National Briefing's contact route on record: verified email.

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The strongest fits for The National Briefing are Government & Politics. The National Briefing has a government audience.

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The National Briefing
Built in Mzansi: How BroCode assists previously incarcerated men by providing rehabilitation and upskilling them with tech skills.
May 21, 20266 minS0
Built in Mzansi: How BroCode assists previously incarcerated men by providing rehabilitation and upskilling them with tech skills. Guest: Jadean Wright - Founder of The BroCode (NPO) 
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The Municipal Watch: Parliament oversight role on municipalities - how effective are these oversight visits?
May 21, 202615 minS0
Dr. Zweli Mkhize - Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) The Municipal Watch: Parliament oversight role on municipalities - how effective are these...
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Yesterday, the State of the City Address was tabled where the Executive Mayor made bold promises to reclaim the CBD as the demolition of illegal structures moves forward.
May 21, 20268 minS0
Yesterday, the State of the City Address was tabled where the Executive Mayor made bold promises to reclaim the CBD as the demolition of illegal structures moves forward. However, there are mounting questions over...
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South Africans are being hit with another cost-of-living squeeze as inflation climbed sharply to 4% in April, driven largely by soaring fuel prices that are now filtering through to food and transport costs.
May 21, 20266 minS0
South Africans are being hit with another cost-of-living squeeze as inflation climbed sharply to 4% in April, driven largely by soaring fuel prices that are now filtering through to food and transport costs. New data...
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The Reality Check with Dr Zeph Nhleko: The Role of Development Finance Institutions in closing the investment gap
May 21, 20268 minS0
The Reality Check with Dr Zeph Nhleko: The Role of Development Finance Institutions in closing the investment gap Guest: Dr Zeph Nhleko - Chief Economist, the Development Bank of Southern Africa ...
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The African National Congress has opened a public participation process to find a mayoral candidate to represent it in the country’s 8-metro municipalities. The party says that anyone can apply, including people who are not card-carrying members
May 21, 20267 minS0
The African National Congress has opened a public participation process to find a mayoral candidate to represent it in the country’s 8-metro municipalities. The party says that anyone can apply, including people who...
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Afrika Mayibuye Movement Leader, Floyd Shivambu says Mayibuye is preparing to contest all 4 488 wards across the country, with a focus on water shortages, job creation, healthcare and local government reform.
May 21, 202611 minS0
Afrika Mayibuye Movement Leader, Floyd Shivambu says Mayibuye is preparing to contest all 4 488 wards across the country, with a focus on water shortages, job creation, healthcare and local government reform. The...
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
May 21, 20267 minS0
Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa 1. Botswana- South Afrika President Ramaphosa on a State Visit to the...
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The Global Briefing: After months of tension in the Strait of Hormuz, three supertankers carrying six million barrels of crude oil are finally making their way to Asia.
May 21, 20268 minS0
The Global Briefing: After months of tension in the Strait of Hormuz, three supertankers carrying six million barrels of crude oil are finally making their way to Asia. Former Honduran president Juan Orlando...
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
May 21, 20264 minS0
Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter Nvidia earnings top analysts expectations Musk confirms IPO plans Markets
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A new report by Freedom Under Law warns that the Constitutional Court is overwhelmed and proposes major reforms, including stricter appeal rules, changes to court processes and even the possible merger of the Constitutional Court and the Supreme Court of Appeal.
May 20, 20265 minS0
A new report by Freedom Under Law warns that the Constitutional Court is overwhelmed and proposes major reforms, including stricter appeal rules, changes to court processes and even the possible merger of the...
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Built in Mzansi: How Prof. Vukosi Marivate leads the Data Science for Social Impact (DSFSI) research working group as it bridges the gap between cutting-edge data science research and real-world societal challenges, with a special focus on African language technologies. Just yesterday, he received the National Order of Mapungubwe in Silver on this work data science and artificial intelligence
May 20, 202610 minS0
Built in Mzansi: How Prof. Vukosi Marivate leads the Data Science for Social Impact (DSFSI) research working group as it bridges the gap between cutting-edge data science research and real-world societal challenges...
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The Briefing Debate: Should State-Owned Enterprises be privatized?
May 20, 202619 minS0
Guest: Zanele Sabela - COSATU Spokesperson Guest: Leon Louw: Founder and past President Free market Foundation, CEO, Freedom Foundation & Izwe Lami 
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
May 20, 20264 minS0
Elon Musk’s SpaceX fast tracks nasdaq debut Bond markets take focus as yields surge on inflation fears and energy shock Market update
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A large group of foreign nationals gathered outside the Durban Central Police Station seeking shelter after alleging they had received threats from some community members in areas where they live. The African Refugee and Migrant Aid is calling on the government to intervene in the matter.
May 20, 20265 minS0
A large group of foreign nationals gathered outside the Durban Central Police Station seeking shelter after alleging they had received threats from some community members in areas where they live. The African Refugee...
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Yesterday, the family of slain Bafana Bafana captain, Senzo Meyiwa, led a march to the Union Building to call for justice. The case has been marred by delays including trials within a trial and the replacement of the presiding judges. But there's no sign that this case will be concluded anytime soon.
May 20, 20265 minS0
Yesterday, the family of slain Bafana Bafana captain, Senzo Meyiwa, led a march to the Union Building to call for justice. The case has been marred by delays including trials within a trial and the replacement of the...
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Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa
May 20, 20265 minS0
1. Uganda – Kampala Uganda Bans Handshakes As Ebola Response Measures Tighten The Ministry of Health has announced a temporary ban on handshakes and other forms of physical greeting following the...
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Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter
May 20, 20264 minS0
Elon Musk’s SpaceX fast tracks nasdaq debut Bond markets take focus as yields surge on inflation fears and energy shock Market update 
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The Global Briefing: In Brazil, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has surged ahead in the latest presidential polls, widening the gap against the Bolsonaro camp
May 20, 202612 minS0
The Global Briefing: In Brazil, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has surged ahead in the latest presidential polls, widening the gap against the Bolsonaro camp Sweden is strengthening security in the Baltic...
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The Reality Check with Dr Zeph Nhleko: The low investment and low economic growth challenge in South Africa
May 20, 20267 minS0
The Reality Check with Dr Zeph Nhleko: The low investment and low economic growth challenge in South Africa. Guest: Dr Zeph Nhleko - Chief Economist, the Development Bank of Southern Africa 
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Julius Malema

EFF Leader, Economic Freedom Fighters

Jadean Wright

BroCode

Mervyn Abrahams

Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice & Dignity Group

Dr Zeph Nhleko

Development Bank of Southern Africa

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The National Briefing

About this Podcast:

Pitch Analysis

Questions about The National Briefing

Who hosts The National Briefing?

What has The National Briefing covered recently?

How often does The National Briefing publish?

How hard is it to get booked on The National Briefing?

Who should pitch The National Briefing?

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Recent episodes

Built in Mzansi: How BroCode assists previously incarcerated men by providing rehabilitation and upskilling them with tech skills.

The Municipal Watch: Parliament oversight role on municipalities - how effective are these oversight visits?

Yesterday, the State of the City Address was tabled where the Executive Mayor made bold promises to reclaim the CBD as the demolition of illegal structures moves forward.

South Africans are being hit with another cost-of-living squeeze as inflation climbed sharply to 4% in April, driven largely by soaring fuel prices that are now filtering through to food and transport costs.

The Reality Check with Dr Zeph Nhleko: The Role of Development Finance Institutions in closing the investment gap

The African National Congress has opened a public participation process to find a mayoral candidate to represent it in the country’s 8-metro municipalities. The party says that anyone can apply, including people who are not card-carrying members

Afrika Mayibuye Movement Leader, Floyd Shivambu says Mayibuye is preparing to contest all 4 488 wards across the country, with a focus on water shortages, job creation, healthcare and local government reform.

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa

The Global Briefing: After months of tension in the Strait of Hormuz, three supertankers carrying six million barrels of crude oil are finally making their way to Asia.

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

A new report by Freedom Under Law warns that the Constitutional Court is overwhelmed and proposes major reforms, including stricter appeal rules, changes to court processes and even the possible merger of the Constitutional Court and the Supreme Court of Appeal.

The Briefing Debate: Should State-Owned Enterprises be privatized?

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

A large group of foreign nationals gathered outside the Durban Central Police Station seeking shelter after alleging they had received threats from some community members in areas where they live. The African Refugee and Migrant Aid is calling on the government to intervene in the matter.

Africa in Focus with Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher: Thabo Mbeki African School of Public & International Affairs: Unisa

Market Brief with Ntaoleng Lechela - Business Reporter

The Global Briefing: In Brazil, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has surged ahead in the latest presidential polls, widening the gap against the Bolsonaro camp

The Reality Check with Dr Zeph Nhleko: The low investment and low economic growth challenge in South Africa

Guest Appearances

Julius Malema

Jadean Wright

Mervyn Abrahams

Dr Zeph Nhleko

Best industries to pitch The National Briefing for

Podcasts like The National Briefing