Oct 16, 202622 min
South Africa is emerging as a production hub for high-quality methamphetamine that's manufactured by transnational syndicates and then later exported to its more lucrative markets in Australia and New Zealand, for...
About this Podcast:
POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.
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What is POWER Talk about?
POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.
Who hosts POWER Talk?
POWER Talk is hosted by POWER98.7. The show has published 100 episodes to date.
What has POWER Talk covered recently?
Recent episodes include "South Africa’s drug labs point to growing role in international methamphetamine trade" (16 October 2026, 22 minutes), "Parties demand equal treatment after ConCourt orders IEC to reinstate 181 ANC candidates" (16 October 2026, 20 minutes), and "R467 Billion Municipal Debt: Can SALGA’s Plan Fix South Africa’s Revenue Crisis?" (27 August 2026, 23 minutes).
How often does POWER Talk publish?
POWER Talk publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 23 minutes across 100 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on POWER Talk?
Booking probability for POWER Talk is 42%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. POWER Talk requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. POWER Talk's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
POWER98.7 hosts POWER Talk, a news podcast with 100 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 16, 202620 min
The Constitutional Court’s decision to reinstate 181 African National Congress (ANC) candidates ahead of the November 4 local government elections has triggered fresh questions about the Electoral Commission of...
- Aug 27, 202623 min
Mondli Makhanya is in conversation with OUTA CEO, Wayne Duvenage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Aug 25, 202659 min
Mondli Makhanya is in conversation with ActionSA President and City of Johannesburg Mayoral Candidate, Herman Mashaba. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Aug 25, 202623 min
Mondli Makhanya is in conversation with Political Analyst, Sandile Swana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Five Years After Babita Deokaran’s Killing: Is South Africa Doing Enough to Protect Whistleblowers?
Aug 25, 202611 minMondli Makhanya is in conversation with Social Worker and Whistleblower Advocate, John Clarke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Aug 25, 202623 min
Mondli Makhanya is in conversation with Editor from Afrobarometer, Rehan Visser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Aug 25, 202622 min
Mondli Makhanya is in conversation with National Gambling Board CEO, Lungile Dukwana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Aug 25, 202628 min
Mondli Makhanya is in conversation with Business Journalist and Political Commentator, Peter Bruce. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Aug 25, 202623 min
Mondli Makhanya is in conversation with Director of the North-West University Business School, Prof. Joseph Sekhampu. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Aug 18, 202618 min
Mondli Makhanya is in conversation with Dr. Roland van de Ven is a public health specialist and Senior Director of Technical Excellence at the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF). See...
- Aug 18, 202624 min
Mondli Makhanya ins in conversation with JAG Co-founder and Magistrate, Cherise Mooloo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Jul 21, 20267 min
Dr. Mphahlela James Thaba, the Impact Area Manager and Head of Technology for Special Operations at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) speaks to POWER Talk host Mondli Makhanya about the Lekgotla...
- Jul 21, 20269 min
Colonel Keitumetse Dirkse, Senior Staff Officer Joint In-service Procurement and Disposal speaks to POWER Talk host Mondli Makhanya on the purpose of the inaugural South African Defence Industry Lekgotla held in...
- Mar 24, 202621 min
PRASA is planning to restore; limited service; on four of its primary long-distance routes next year, aiming to revitalize a rail network that has been largely dormant. However, this comeback faces significant...
- Mar 24, 202626 min
The Health Ombudsman has concluded that critical safety failures were a direct contributor to the death of Lerato Mohlamme, a psychiatric patient at George Mukhari Academic Hospital. The findings, released this Monday...
- Mar 24, 202625 min
The African Transformation Movement (ATM) has issued a sharp condemnation following the installation of a Nigerian traditional leader in East London, Eastern Cape, an event the party has labeled a "dangerous precedent."...
- Mar 24, 20268 min
President Donald Trump intensified global tensions on Saturday by issuing a stark ultimatum to Tehran, threatening to “obliterate” Iran’s power plants if the Islamic Republic does not reopen the Strait...
- Mar 13, 202648 min
Hubert Kabasu Babu Katulondi Congolese political analyst, writer, and journalist speaks to POWER Talk host Mondli Makhanya, Voters in the Republic of Congo will be heading to the polls in a presidential election this...
- Mar 12, 202619 min
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David Monyae
Professor of Political Science and International Relations at UJ, Center for Africa-China Studies
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Zanele Sabela
National Spokesperson, Congress of South African Trade Unions
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David Lewis
Lecturer of Greek History and Culture at the University of Edinburgh, Brain Health Education and Research Institute
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Chad Thomas
rapper, producer, former NFL defensive end, North Carolina Marine and Estuary Foundation
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