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POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show 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. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

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33:13

The Art of The Deal: The Lollapalooza Effect-...

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2025/07/23

Risk is the existence of a number of possible adverse outcomes while uncertainty is the probability of each of the various possibilities materializing. To illustrate, the risk that the gold sector will lead the stock market higher in an environment of rising global uncertainty is high, or Clicks will grow economic profits faster than Dischem given that it is adding a third economic moat (pricing power) to the two it already possesses (scale efficiencies and switching costs). Uncertainty is the

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41:22

Liberation Movements Summit Have Southern Africa’s...

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2025/07/23

The shared histories of Southern Africa’s liberation movements are deeply rooted in a commitment to freedom and equality. Together, these movements have significantly shaped the region’s political landscape, fostering a legacy of unity and resilience. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with ANC Deputy General Secretary, Nomvula Mokonyane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:26

White House agrees to exempt PEPFAR from cuts

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2025/07/17

Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought told reporters after meeting with Senate Republicans on Tuesday that the White House is on board with a substitute amendment to the rescissions package that would exempt PEPFAR, the global anti-AIDS initiative from cuts. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Rural Health Project's Russell Rensburg and PhD, is a consultant specializing in issues of gender, development, health and human rights (Washington DC) , Melissa Hope Ditmore.See

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29:12

Study raises alarm at ARVs in rivers and tap water

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2025/07/17

Antiretroviral (ARV) drugs used to treat HIV/Aids occur in South Africa’s rivers, dams and sometimes tap water at alarming levels, researchers at North-West University (NWU) have found. The study, commissioned by the Water Research Commission (WRC), found ARV levels are especially high downstream of wastewater treatment plants, with drugs such as lopinavir and efavirenz often present in levels “far exceeding global norms”. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Researcher from

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16:56

Durban Film Festival: Durban FilmMart 2025 Spotlights...

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2025/07/17

Durban is set to become a cinematic epicentre once again as the Durban FilmMart returns from 18 to 21 July 2025, with a renewed and deliberate focus on the local film landscape. This year’s edition, under the banner ‘SA in Focus’,places South African cinema firmly centre stage. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Durban FilmMart Director, Magdalene Reddy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:48

Trust in South African police hits historic low: A...

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2025/07/17

A recent study by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) reveals a concerning trend: public trust in the South African Police Service (SAPS) has reached an all-time low.According to round 21 of the HSRC's South African Social Attitudes Survey (SASAS), trust in the police has declined significantly over the past two decades, with only 22% of citizens expressing trust in the police in 2022, with the 2023 and 2024/25 confidence levels almost unchanged. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with

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21:34

Mark Zuckerberg says AI could soon do the work of...

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2025/07/17

With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), the future of coding has become a hot topic. Will AI replace programmers altogether, or will it become their most powerful tool?  This year coding might go from one of the most sought-after skills on the job market to one that can be fully automated. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Professor of Computer Science and UP Chair of Data Science at the University of Pretoria, Prof. Vukosi Marivate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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16:58

Trouble is brewing in Joburg over a controversial...

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2025/07/17

The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) is taking its fight against the City of Johannesburg’s controversial new by-law regarding CCTV cameras to court.The by-law, which was introduced in February, demands that city residents must register any of their CCTV cameras that have a view of public spaces with the metro.According to Outa, the case was brought against the city at the high court in Johannesburg on 18 June. This is the first time Outa has disclosed the lawsuit.Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in

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14:11

Mbhazima Shilowa, Former Gauteng Premier

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2025/07/15

After a week of intense scrutiny following the bombshell allegations by KwaZulu-Natal provincial police commissioner, Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, President Cyril Ramaphosa has moved to place embattled Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu on leave of absence and initiated commission of inquiry to investigate the allegations. In a move that caught many commentators by surprise, Ramaphosa appointed Professor Firoz Cachalia as the Acting Minister of Police. Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi speaks to Pro.f Firoz Cachalia

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23:28

Who is Prof. Firoz Cachalia - Newly Appointed Acting...

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2025/07/15

After a week of intense scrutiny following the bombshell allegations by KwaZulu-Natal provincial police commissioner, Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, President Cyril Ramaphosa has moved to place embattled Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu on leave of absence and initiated commission of inquiry to investigate the allegations. In a move that caught many commentators by surprise, Ramaphosa appointed Professor Firoz Cachalia as the Acting Minister of Police. Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi speaks to Pro.f Firoz Cachalia

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48:52

SAPS Turmoil: President Cyril Ramaphosa announces...

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2025/07/14

President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday announced that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been placed on leave of absence as a judicial commission of inquiry will be established to investigate claims by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. “The allegations made in this media briefing raise serious concerns around the constitution, the rule of law and national security,” Ramaphosa said. Nhlanhla Sehume is in conversation with Presidency Spokesperson, Vincent

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21:23

Interim Minister of Police - Who is Professor Firoz...

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2025/07/14

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the formation of a judicial commission of inquiry into allegations of corruption and political interference in South Africa’s policing authorities.In addition, Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been placed on leave with immediate effect.Firoz Cachalia, a former ANC politician and current professor of law at the University of the Witwatersrand, will serve as acting Police Minister in the interim. Nhlanhla Sehume is in conversation with Political Analyst,

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25:09

The rise of populist leadership in South Africa

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2025/07/14

The rise of populist leadership in South Africa reflects broader global and local political trends - including dissatisfaction with traditional political elites, public frustration with corruption, inequality, and crime, and the appeal of strong, charismatic figures who claim to represent “the people” directly. Lt Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, the KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner, is a compelling case study of this trend.Nhlanhla Sehume is in conversation with Reputation management advisor

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25:20

Hitman Sibusiso Ncengwa sentenced to 25 years for...

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2025/07/08

Sibusiso Ncengwa who was convicted of the 2017 killing former ANC Youth League Secretary-General Sindiso Magaqa, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison by the Pietermaritzburg High Court. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Whistleblower and Sindiso Magaqa’s Friend, Thabiso Zulu and ANC Youth League Secretary General, Mntuwoxolo Ngudle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:01

Trump slaps 30% tariff on South African exports to US...

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2025/07/08

US President Donald Trump announced on Monday, 7 July that he would subject imports from South Africa to new 30% tariffs that would take effect from 1 August. In a letter addressed to President Cyril Ramaphosa, which was signed by Trump and posted to his Truth Social, he said: “We have had years to discuss our trading relationship with South Africa, and have concluded that we must move away from these long-term, and very persistent, trade deficits engendered by South Africa’s tariff, and

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49:09

Judicial Inequality in South Africa - Examining the...

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2025/07/08

The issue of pay for magistrates and judges has again come up, this time at Judicial Service Commission interviews for the deputy chief justice position. Free State Judge President Cagney Musi warned that court officials aren't properly paid, which opens them up to falling into the trap of corruption. The Judicial Officers Association of SA threatened to take to the streets last year over the big pay gap between magistrates and judges. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with JOASA President, Neelan

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47:20

Lt Gen Mkhwanazi makes allegations against Police...

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2025/07/08

KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi says the political killings task team has unmasked a syndicate controlled by a drug cartel that involves politicians, law enforcement, business people, prosecutors and the judiciary. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with National Police Spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, Organized Crime Investigator, IRS Forensic Investigations, Chad Thomas &News24 Investigative Journalist, Jeff Wicks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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46:40

In conversation with Minister Barbara Creecy on...

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2025/07/08

South Africa’s transport sector is making notable progress in its turnaround efforts, supported by significant financial investments and structural reforms. The country has secured major funding, including a $1.5 billion World Bank loan and a $475 million African Development Bank loan, aimed at upgrading rail infrastructure, modernizing ports, and improving energy integration within transport systems. Additionally, the government approved a R51 billion guarantee to support Transnet’s

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24:30

Trump says Israel has agreed to 60-day ceasefire in...

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2025/07/03

Israel has agreed to the "necessary conditions" to finalise a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, US President Donald Trump has said. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that during the proposed ceasefire the US would "work with all parties to end the War". He did not provide details on what the ceasefire would entail.Bongi Gwala is in conversation with UJ Centre for Africa-China Studies Director, Prof. David Monyae.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:01

DIRCO slams Freedom Front US visit

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2025/07/03

The South African government has emphasised that it was not part of the delegation of Afrikaner politicians who visited Washington, DC, in the US. The group that went without being directed by the government arrived back in South Africa on Wednesday. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) spokesperson Chrispin Phiri told IOL that the group was pursuing its "own agenda". Bongi Gwala is in conversation with Political Analyst, Prof. Andre Duvenhage.See omnystudio.com/listener

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