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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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Political influence is increasingly being viewed as a commodity, with access to decision-makers, lobbying, and patronage networks shaping policy and public procurement. Political analyst Tebogo Khaas unpacks how influenc
The South African Federation of Trade Unions General Secretary Zweli Nzima Vavi argues that migrants are being unfairly blamed for South Africa’s deepening economic and social challenges. Instead, he says the count
American attorney and Director of Impact Litigation at Mississippi Center for Justice ,Rob McDuff who is advocating for Black American farmers joins us to discuss allegations that Black farmers in the United States recei
With persistent reports of sexual offences involving minors, Litha Labantu examines whether communities have become desensitised to statutory rape. The discussion explores cultural attitudes, legal protections, reporting
President Cyril Ramaphosa has unveiled another Cabinet reshuffle, bringing back former minister Dina Pule to the national executive while promoting several senior members of the Democratic Alliance (DA) in a move that re
Within days, the country has witnessed the resignation of KwaZulu-Natal Hawks boss Major-General Lesetja Senona, the dismissal of senior SAPS official Rachel Matjeng, and explosive allegations by an uMkhonto weSizwe Part
A high delegation of Anti Xenophopic NGO’s Met with President Ramaphosa and Justice Minister on Friday. They are concerned about June 30 and want government to be proactive beyond the 30th of June. Evan Abrahams jo
Sebang Motlhabi, SALGA Chairperson of Public Transport and Roads say municipalities are not ready to execute phase 2 of Aarto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Families and survivors of Apartheid crimes oppose former presidents Jacob Zuma and Thabo Mbeki's appeal bid against TRC cases inquiry. Jessie Waldman gives us an update on the matter. See omnystudio.com/listener fo
Power Talk's Mondli Makhanya speaks to Nokulunga Dube about her journey into engineering, the future of electrification and sustainability, and why creating more opportunities for women in technical fields is essential f
South Africa has moved up 4 spots to 60th out of 70 economies in the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook. The report credits gains in government efficiency, energy infrastructure, and anti-corruption efforts. C
Legal expert in Technology Social Media Lerato Ntwampe says South Africans must learn to be more Cautious and assertive on social media., See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Professor Rebecca Hanlin, Professor of Innovation and Sustainable development at the SARChI Chair in Transformative Innovation at the University of Johannesburg. Talks to Mondli about her work.She oversees their PhD and
Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Blade Nzimande says the dialogue takes place against the backdrop of significant economic, social and technological changes that are reshaping South Africa's development la
Kenya is attempting to implement a Shirika plan, a national strategy that seeks to transform refugee management from a humanitarian challenge into a developmental opportunity. POWER Talk host Mondli Makhanya speaks to Ed
South Africa has institutions built “for youth”. But 32.7% unemployment says otherwise. Mondli asks the hard question: are these bodies serving young people, or just serving themselves? We take your calls. Wh
Oil, trade, global prices — it all runs through the Strait of Hormuz. Reports say Iran and the US have an initial deal to end hostilities and reopen the waterway. But can it hold? Dr Kingsley Makhubela joins
History in your change. From today, 16 June 2026, SARB puts 4 new commemorative coins into circulation. The R2 “Youth of 1976” coin leads the series under the theme Education. It marks 50 years since Soweto,
Mondli Makhanya speaks to young parliamentarians Karabo Khakhau, DA MP & Ndumiso Mvula, ATM MP Youth Day, but are youth actually in the room where decisions are made? Mondli Makhanya sits down with two of parliament&rsqu
Ibrahim’s friend and former Arts and Culture Minister Pallo Jordan pays tribute to the SA Icon. He tells Mondli Makhanya that Abdulah was many things to many people . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa
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