http://www.vowfm.co.za/ A Legal Inclined show that focuses on our day to day legalities. Education en Wed, 27 Sep 2023 12:55:23 +0200 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 12:29:58 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.2.0 VOW 88.1 no Tshepo Mohapi Weekly feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p1518/logo_8371_20250908_205710_1400.jpeg http://www.vowfm.co.za/ A Legal Inclined show that focuses on our day to day legalities. VOW 88.1 episodic VOW 88.1 info@vowfm.co.za false ZA https://iono.fm/e/1710748 https://iono.fm/e/1710748 Parliament had acted inconsistently with the Constitution
when it decided not to proceed with impeachment
proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa following
the Section 89 Independent Panel's Phala Phala report.
The Court ordered that the process be revived, but the
President subsequently obtained interim relief from the
Western Cape High Court, temporarily halting the
proceedings pending further legal action. President
Ramaphosa is facing misconduct charges in connection
with the storage and theft of US dollars on his Phala Phala
farm.
The litigation has reignited debate about the constitutional
framework governing presidential impeachment, the
respective roles of Parliament and the courts, and how the
principle of separation of powers applies when
constitutional accountability is at stake.
Joining us to unpack the legal framework aspect of these
proceedings is Dr Shadi Maganoe a senior lecturer here at
the wits school of law. ]]> Education Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:28:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH DR SHADI MAGANOE 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 24:54 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1710706 https://iono.fm/e/1710706 forced back to the drawing board after businessman
Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala withdrew from a plea and
sentence agreement in the Pretoria Specialised
Commercial Crimes Court.
On 25 June 2026, Matlala concluded a plea and
sentence agreement with the Investigating Directorate
Against Corruption (IDAC) in terms of section 105A of the
Criminal Procedure Act. Matlala would accept a sentence
of 15 years' imprisonment, with seven years suspended,
leaving him to serve an effective eight-year prison
sentence.
However, on 1 July 2026, the court refused to endorse
the agreement, finding the proposed sentence too
lenient. The magistrate indicated that an effective 12-year
prison sentence would be more appropriate, describing
Matlala as the alleged mastermind behind the corruption
scheme.
After consulting his legal team, Matlala formally rescinded
the plea agreement on 13 July 2026. The court
subsequently declared the agreement null and void,
meaning the prosecution must now proceed through the
ordinary trial process and prove its case without the
benefit of Matlala's cooperation. The collapse means the
State can no longer rely on Matlala's cooperation as part
of its prosecution strategy, and the matter has been
postponed to 11 September 2026.

Here to help us unpack this story is Mr Elton Hart an
attorney who specializes in criminal law and civil
litigation. ]]> Education Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:27:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH MR ELTON HART 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 12:27 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1710703 https://iono.fm/e/1710703 population, yet millions of people continue to struggle to
put nutritious meals on the table. With food prices
remaining high and hunger and malnutrition affecting
households across the country, the South African Human
Rights Commission has launched a national inquiry into
the country's food system. The inquiry is examining
whether South Africa is meeting its constitutional
obligation to ensure everyone has access to sufficient
food, while scrutinising the role of government,
producers, manufacturers and major retailers in shaping
food affordability and access. However, the hearings
have also raised questions about corporate
accountability, after several major industry players either
failed to appear or provided only limited information. ]]> Education Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:23:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH WISANI BALOYI 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 22:37 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1710689 https://iono.fm/e/1710689 new regulations that could change what happens if you
leave it inactive for too long.
The Independent Communications Authority of South
Africa, better known as ICASA, has published the Fourth
Amendment to the Numbering Plan Regulations. The
new rules standardise how mobile numbers are
deactivated and recycled across all network operators,
while also introducing new safeguards to ensure
subscribers are given adequate notice before losing their
numbers.
ICASA says the changes are intended to create a
consistent framework across the industry, make more
efficient use of South Africa's limited numbering
resources, and better protect consumers from
unexpectedly losing access to their mobile numbers.
Operators will also be given a six-month transition period
to implement the necessary system changes.
Joining us now to unpack what these new regulations
mean for mobile subscribers, how they will be
implemented, and what consumers need to know is
Councilor Catherine Mushi from ICASA ]]> Education Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:50:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH COUNCILOR CATHERINE MUSHI 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 16:33 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1710687 https://iono.fm/e/1710687 framework that could significantly change how digital assets
are monitored by tax authorities.
SARS has adopted the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework, or
CARF, an international reporting standard developed by the
OECD. The framework will require Crypto-Asset Service
Providers to collect and report information on certain crypto
transactions to SARS, with that information also capable of
being exchanged with tax authorities in other participating
countries.
While taxpayers have always been required to declare their
crypto-related income and gains, CARF is expected to give
SARS greater visibility into crypto transactions and strengthen
its ability to identify non-compliance. Supporters say it's a
necessary step in tackling tax evasion and bringing
cryptocurrency in line with other financial assets, while critics
have raised concerns about compliance costs and data
privacy.
Joining us now to unpack what the Crypto-Asset Reporting
Framework means for South Africans, how it will work in
practice, and what crypto investors and service providers need
to know is Mark Kingon Head of LLP at South African Revenue
Services. ]]> Education Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:48:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH MARK KINGON 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 19:01 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1710719 https://iono.fm/e/1710719
and Property Rights Debate
New draft proposals linked to the South African National
Roads Agency (SANRAL) are triggering debate after

reports that they could introduce expanded black
economic empowerment (BEE) requirements for petrol
stations and other businesses operating along national
roads.
According to industry and civil society commentary, the
draft Rest and Service Facilities policy would regulate
developments such as petrol stations, truck stops,
restaurants and convenience stores located along major
routes. The concern raised is that SANRAL could
potentially attach transformation conditions to approvals
for road-access, effectively influencing how private
businesses are structured and operated.
Business group Sakeliga argues that this approach
represents a significant expansion of state control, saying
it could allow SANRAL to determine who may operate
roadside businesses and under what ownership or
compliance conditions. Critics warn that this could blur
the line between infrastructure regulation and direct
economic intervention in privately owned enterprises.
Supporters of the draft policy, however, argue that
SANRAL already has statutory authority over access to
national roads and that the policy is aimed at
standardising development, improving safety, and
ensuring orderly commercial activity along high-traffic
corridors. They maintain that transformation objectives
are a legitimate public policy consideration in sectors
operating on state-linked infrastructure.
The proposal has now become part of a broader national
conversation about the balance between economic
transformation, regulatory authority and private property
rights. Petrol stations, already under pressure from tight
margins, fuel price volatility and rising operating costs,
say additional compliance requirements could increase
financial strain and potentially affect viability in rural and
low-volume areas.
At its core, the debate is not only about fuel retailing, but
about how far the state can go in using infrastructure
control to shape economic participation in adjacent
private markets.
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organisations on dispute resolution, regulatory compliance
and commercial risk. He holds an LLB from the University
of the Free State and a Master of Laws in Information and
Communications Law from the number 1 university in
Africa, Wits University.
In recent years, Mokone has turned his attention to one of
the biggest developments facing the legal profession:
artificial intelligence. Through his work and public
engagements, he has explored how AI is reshaping legal
research, drafting, knowledge management and access to
legal information.
He joins us now to discuss what the rise of AI means for
lawyers, law students and the future of the legal
profession. ]]> Education Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:49:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH MOKONE FINGER 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 27:26 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1710727 https://iono.fm/e/1710727 Sizwe party has tabled a private members’ bill to have small
businesses such as spaza shops & hair salons reserved for
South Africans. ]]> Education Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:06:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH CAROL MAFAGANE 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 20:40 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1486296 https://iono.fm/e/1486296
WE ALSO TACKLE THE RECENTLY ANNOUNCED PAY INCEASE FOR JUDICIAL OFFICERS AND WEATHER ITS ENOUGH TO STAVE OFF CORRUPTION IN THE JUDICIAL SECTOR. ]]> Education Wed, 25 Sep 2024 09:52:00 +0200 0 0 Law Focus 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 52:38 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1475547 https://iono.fm/e/1475547 Education Tue, 27 Aug 2024 19:20:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH FATIMA GATU ON RIGHTS OF WOMEN IN PROPERTY, NARISHCA SINGH ON THE CONCEPT OF FAMILY HOMES 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 50:59 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1465318 https://iono.fm/e/1465318 Education Tue, 23 Jul 2024 19:10:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH IKAGENG AND TAKASHI, MEMBERS OF ACTIVATE, ON BRINGING AWARENESS ON INCLUSIVITY IN THE CAMPUS 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 20:29 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1463570 https://iono.fm/e/1463570 Education Tue, 07 May 2024 19:35:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH MPUMELELO ZIKALALA, ATTORNEY, ON FORMER JUDGE PRESIDENT HLOPE AND MISTAKES OF LAW 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 13:34 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1463565 https://iono.fm/e/1463565 Education Tue, 07 May 2024 19:20:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH CRAIG SMITH, IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY, ON THE "WHITE PAPER" FOR IMMIGRATION 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 16:05 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1463555 https://iono.fm/e/1463555 Education Tue, 16 Apr 2024 19:20:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH THAPELO, MEMBER OF THE MARIJUANA BOARD, ON THE CANABIS FOR PRIVATE PURPOSES BILL 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 19:54 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1463551 https://iono.fm/e/1463551 Education Tue, 09 Apr 2024 19:20:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH RICHARD MAMABOLO, MEMBER P.O.P.C.R.U, ON HOW LAW ENFORCEMENT BEING HEAVY HANDED AND POPCRU'S STANCE 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 28:21 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1463514 https://iono.fm/e/1463514 Education Tue, 02 Apr 2024 19:20:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH QHAWE SOSIBE, LEGAL EXPERT, ON INTERDICTING A PENDING ARREST AND IT NOT BEING FEASIBLE 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 28:31 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1463520 https://iono.fm/e/1463520 Education Tue, 26 Mar 2024 19:20:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH JOEY REEKIE, CRIMINAL PSYCHOLOGIST, ON THE CASE OF JOSLIN SMITH AND THE FINDINGS IN IT 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 15:50 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1463512 https://iono.fm/e/1463512 Education Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:20:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH GEORGE KHAN, HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER, ON HOSPITALS,SCHOOLS AND POLICE STATIONS FACING LOADSHEDDING 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 24:16 Law Focus https://iono.fm/e/1463510 https://iono.fm/e/1463510 Education Tue, 12 Mar 2024 19:20:00 +0200 0 0 IN CONVERSATION WITH TSHEGO, COUNCILOR OF THE CITY OF TSWANE, ON CRIMINALS USING POLICE UNIFORMS TO COMMIT CRIMES 0 0 Tshepo Mohapi full 19:20 Law Focus