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Join Yunus Sacoor for another compelling edition of News in Focus, where leading experts unpack the stories shaping South Africa and the region.

Tonight’s discussions include:
🔹 The Constitutional Court ruling and its implications for South Africa’s migration policy.
🔹 The impact on travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia following the Riyadh airport attack.
🔹 The countdown to the 2026 Local Government Elections as South Africa enters the final stretch.

Featured Guests:
🎙️ Hassan Motala – Economist & Asset Manager
🎙️ Samuel Kennedy – Political Analyst
🎙️ Irshad Malek – CEO, World of Travel
🎙️ Iqbal Osman – Operational Manager, World of Travel
🎙️ Narend Ganesh – Political Analyst & Civic Activist

📅 Wednesday, 14 October 2026
🕗 20:00 – 22:00

📻 Listen live on Durban 90.4 FM | Pietermaritzburg 105.6 FM
🌐 Stream online: www.alansaar.org.za

Be part of the conversation as we provide informed analysis, expert insight, and meaningful discussion on the issues that matter.

#NewsInFocus #RadioAlAnsaar #YunusSacoor #SouthAfrica #MigrationPolicy #ConstitutionalCourt #SaudiArabia #Riyadh #LocalGovernmentElections #PoliticalAnalysis #CurrentAffairs #WorldOfTravel #Durban #Pietermaritzburg #LiveRadio #CommunityRadio #HeartBeatOfDurbansCommunity ]]> News Thu, 15 Oct 2026 09:29:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:25:12 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1726193 https://iono.fm/e/1726193
What are the big issues shaping South Africa right now?

Join Yunus Sacoor for a powerful edition of News In Focus featuring a conversation with Hon Mogamad Ganief Ebrahim Hendricks, MP, Deputy Minister of Social Development and Leader of Al Jama’ah.

📅 Wednesday, 7 October 2026
⏰ 9PM – 10PM
📻 DBN 90.4FM | PMB 105.6FM
🌐 www.alansaar.org.za

Expect a focused conversation on South African politics, social development, community issues, leadership and the challenges facing ordinary South Africans.

🔥Tune in LIVE.
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What should communities expect from councilors standing for election? What issues should voters consider?

🎙️ Hosted by Yunus Sacoor

Joining the discussion tonight:

👤 Azad Dawood Seedat | SACP Candidate, Ward 102
👤 Dees Ahmed | ANC Candidate, Ward 31
👤 Zaahra Ismail | MK Candidate, Ward 31
👤 Akkshay Krishnakumar Singh | DA Candidate, Ward 31
👤 Prof Andre Duvenager | Political Analyst, NWU
👤 Hassan Motala | Economist & Asset Manager

🗣️ Topics include:
* Community expectations from councilors
* Preparing for Local Government Elections
* Key issues for voters to consider

🗓️ Tonight | Wednesday, 30 September
⏰ 20:00–22:00
📻 Radio Al-Ansaar | DBN 90.4FM | PMB 105.6FM

📲 Tune in and join the conversation.

#NewsInFocus #LocalGovernmentElections #RadioAlAnsaar #SouthAfrica #YunusSacoor ]]> News Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:03:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS | LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:42:28 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1722843 https://iono.fm/e/1722843 News Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS ELECTION DEBATE 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 2:50:47 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1718723 https://iono.fm/e/1718723
Will major political parties continue to dominate local government, and what does it mean for your community?

Join Yunus Sacoor tonight as he unpacks the critical role of Ward Councillors and the real impact of political alignment on service delivery.

He is joined by a massive guest lineup including Hassan Motala, Hlengiwe Mkhaliphi (EFF), Narend Ganesh (IFP), Cllr Chuma Wakeni (EFF), Sphe Mahlaba (ARU), and Shahistah Gaffoor (ARU).

🗓️ WHEN: Tonight, 16 September 2026
⏰ TIME: 20:00 - 22:00
📻 TUNE IN: DBN 90.4FM | PMB 105.6FM ]]> News Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:49:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:33:53 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1716390 https://iono.fm/e/1716390 * Impact small parties can have to improve service delivery in municipalities
* Major issues impacting on service delivery in municipalities
* Guidelines to potential voters when selecting a Councilor

GUESTS
Hassan Motala
Economist & Asset Manager

Shahistah Gaffoor
African Renaissance Unity Clir Candidate

Mehmet Vefa Dag
President of the Truth & Solidarity Movement, Mayoral Candidate for City of Cape Town

Saleem Hassan Mia
Al Jamah Mayoral Candidate

ML Mohamed Tariq
PFP Councillor in eThekwini

Mohammed Ismail
Al Jama-ah Councillor Candidate

Majoka Msane
eThekwini Municipality Mayoral Candidate

20H00 - 22H00
WED, 9 SEPTEMBER 2026 ]]> News Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:06:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS HOSTED BY YUNUS SACOOR 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:30:51 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1716068 https://iono.fm/e/1716068
We were honoured to welcome Salman Iqbal, Pakistani media mogul and FOUNDER & CEO of ARY Digital Network and ARY Group, to Radio Alansaar.

During his visit, Salman Iqbal shared insights into his remarkable journey in the media industry, the experiences that shaped his career, and his passion for media.

He also took a moment to appreciate the Dawah work being carried out by Radio Alansaar through the medium of radio using broadcasting as a means to inspire, educate and uplift the community.

It was a privilege to have him with us and to hear his thoughts, experiences and words of encouragement.

Radio Alansaar — More than a Radio Station. We’re a community. ]]> News Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:41:00 +0200 0 0 Salman Iqbal, Pakistani media mogul and FOUNDER & CEO of ARY Digital Network and ARY Group. 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 24:26 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1713927 https://iono.fm/e/1713927 Join Yunus Sacoor for News in Focus as we unpack the key issues shaping our communities and South Africa.
🗣️ Tonight's discussions include:
* Debriefing the repatriation policy of foreign nationals
* Understanding how psycho-emotional wellbeing affects our lives
* Local elections candidate nominations
* Political parties' readiness for the upcoming Local Government Elections
🎙️ Expert guests: Adam Ali, Samuel Kennedy, Dr. Sedicka Laskery and Adila Vahed.
📅 Tonight | Wednesday, 2 September 2026
⏰ 20:00 to 22:00
📻 Radio Al-Ansaar | Durban 90.4 FM | PMB 105.6 FM ]]> News Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:06:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:21:59 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1711501 https://iono.fm/e/1711501 * Changing the narrative in SA
* State of Service Delivery at municipalities
VS Preparations for Municipal Elections
* Update on Global financial issues as a result of various challenges worldwide

GUESTS:
Hassan Motala
Economist
Asset Manager
Samuel Kennedy
Political Analyst
Edris
Khamissa
Consultant in Education & Human Development

TIME: 20H00-22H00
WED, 26 AUGUST 2026 ]]> News Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:04:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS HOSTED BY YUNUS SACOOR 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:38:06 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1709146 https://iono.fm/e/1709146 * An analysis of SADC Summit and outcomes
* An update on the Madlanga Commission
* Preparation for elections 2026 and update
* Current status of Iran / USA War
GUESTS:
Hassan
Samuel
Motala
Kennedy
Economist
Political
Asset Manager
Analyst
Hon Visvan
Reddy
MP National
Leglisture
Patrick Pillay
Leader of the Democratic Liberal Congress (DLC).

HOSTED BY YUNUS SACOOR
WED, 19 AUGUST 2026 20H00-22H00 ]]> News Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:40:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:55:15 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1706669 https://iono.fm/e/1706669 * Role of youth in politics
* Role of Ratepayers/Civil Society in selecting ward candidates for Elections
* Ward and PR Councillors responsiblity in service delivery
GUESTS
Hassan Motala
Economist
Asset Manager

Samuel Kennedy
Political Analyst

Clir Imtiaz
Syed
Founder Ethekwini
Secure, Active Citizens coalition

Sphephile
Mahlaba
President of African
Renaissance Unity-ARU

HOSTED BY YUNUS SACOOR ]]> News Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:43:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 2:07:34 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1704613 https://iono.fm/e/1704613 HOSTED BY YUNUS SACOOR
Al Ansaar Radio
TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION:
* Key bottle necks in Service Delivery
* Update on Global Financial indicators
GUESTS
Hassan Motala
Economist Asset Manager
* Samuel Kennedy
Political Analyst
* Cllr Ernest Smith
Ward 27
20H00-22H00 WED, 05 AUGUST 2026 ]]> News Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:58:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:51:32 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1702082 https://iono.fm/e/1702082 HOSTED BY YUNUS SACOOR
Al Ansaar Radio
TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION:
* Migration policy targeting of certain groupings
* Role of minority parties in Local Government
* Importance of voter registration
GUESTS
Hassan Motala
Economist
Asset Manager
Samuel Kennedy
Political Analyst
Mahomed Amin
Abdool
Member of the Minority front MF leader of the North Region and
Coordinator
20H00-22H00
WED, 29 JULY 2026 ]]> News Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:35:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:36:52 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1699444 https://iono.fm/e/1699444 Al Ansaar Radio
TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION:
* Local Government Elections political challenges
* National Treasury's withholding of funding for Municipalities poor service delivery
* State pension funds challenges
GUESTS
Hassan Motala
Economist
Asset Manager
Samuel Kennedy
Political Analyst
Narend Ganesh
Political Analyst/
Party Head for NICSA / Political Commentator
20H00-22H00
WED, 22 JULY 2026 ]]> News Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:35:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:41:49 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1697031 https://iono.fm/e/1697031 * Madlanga Commission inquiry - An Update
* Migration crisis - update
* Local Government Elections political challenges
* Us / Iran War
GUESTS
Moulana, Qari
Sayed Mohammed
Rafeek Shah
Samuel Kennedy
Political Analyst
Tauriq Jenkins
Human Rights Defender.
Convener: Save our Sacred
Lands. Director: Wage Peace International. Leadership
Role: Siyafana Sonke Action
Campaign ]]> News Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:20:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:51:00 NEWS IN FOCUS https://iono.fm/e/1694537 https://iono.fm/e/1694537 TOPICS FOR DISCUSSION:
• The USA/Israel vs Iran current situation
• Further analysis of migration policy
• Global challenges impact on Global economy
• Madlanga Commission inquest / update
GUESTS
Hassan Motala
Economist Asset Manager
Moulana, Qari Sayed Mohammed Rafeek Shah ]]> News Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:37:00 +0200 0 0 NEWS IN FOCUS 0 0 Radio Al Ansaar full 1:35:51 NEWS IN FOCUS