News and Current Affairs show that provides the latest updates on major news stories.

Covers breaking stories as we round up all the news events of the day, especially on the African Continent.

Welcome to #AfricaUpdate with Lulu Gaboo until 13:00 CAT.

#AfricaUpdateAsks

The United States and Iran have agreed to an immediate two-week ceasefire, narrowly averting a major escalation.

The truce, brokered by Pakistan, sets the stage for formal talks between delegations from both countries, scheduled to begin in Islamabad on Friday, ...10 April.

Do you think this ceasefire between the United States and Iran can actually lead to a lasting solution, or is it only temporary?

Share your thoughts on Channel Africa's social media platforms: @channelafrica1 on X and @channelafrica on Facebook or You can send us your comments and voice notes to our WhatsApp number +27 83 288 6684.

#AfricaUpdate #CeaseFire #USA #Iran

[ON AIR] Last week, 39 African countries met in Johannesburg to turn global agreements, the International Health Regulations and the World Health Organization (WHO) Pandemic Agreement—into practical, measurable health system outcomes.

These frameworks strengthen pandemic preparedness by ...prioritizing collaboration, diagnostics, treatments, and vaccines.

First adopted in 1969 and revised in 2005 after SARS, the International Health Regulations remain the key legal tool for managing cross-border disease spread.

Ernest Pillay Broadcaster speaks to Precious Matsoso, co chair of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Body on the World Health Organization (WHO) Pandemic Agreement.

#TheJournal #PandemicPreparedness #GlobalHealth #AfricaHealth

[ON AIR] Ernest Pillay is joined by Warren Venter (Headmaster at Saint Martin’s School) & Ashley Erasmus (Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls alumna) to discuss cellphone use in schools.

From learning aid to classroom disruption — where do we draw the line?

📺 ...Watch Live: https://tinyurl.com/5t2wd6fa

#TheJournal #Cellphones

[ON AIR] #FeatureThePractice

Handling pressure isn’t about performance, it’s about how you respond in key moments.

Under stress, it’s normal to go blank, rush, or over-explain.

This segment focuses on simple structure to bring clarity and on slowing down to respond... clearly, not perfectly, for more composed communication.

Ernest Pillay Broadcaster speaks to Sarah Munyi, Corporate Trainer and Change Management Consultant (Kenya) about the importance of managing the moment rather than striving for perfection.

#TheJournal #CommunicationSkills #ProfessionalSkills

[ON AIR] #FeatureTheHealthBrief

Ernest Pillay Broadcaster is joined in studio by @ZandiMyeza, #SABC Specialist Researcher, to discuss the latest health news making headlines this week.

She brings key insights, context and analysis on the developments shaping health conversations ...and what they mean for everyday lives.

"South Africa is introducing a twice-yearly injection, Lenacapavir, as a revolutionary HIV prevention method," says Myeza.

#TheJournal #HealthAndWellness #WorldHealthDay #StandWithScience

[COMING UP] 👀

What’s on the lineup for #TheJournal this Wednesday?

Ernest Pillay Broadcaster breaks down what to expect on today’s #TheJournal with @peterndoro & @TsepisoMakwetla.

Stay tuned 👇
📺 Watch Live: https://tinyurl.com/5t2wd6fa
📻 Listen... on Channel Africa website | Mobile App | SABCPlus

[ON AIR] Tšepiso Makwetla speaks to Dr Marie Roseline Belizaire, Regional Emergency Director for the @WHOAFRO, about Africa’s preparedness for future pandemics. This follows last week’s meeting of health leaders across the continent on strengthening response to global health emergencies.
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Watch Live: https://tinyurl.com/5t2wd6fa

#RiseAndShine #Africa #ChannelAfricaTurns60