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POWER Breakfast

POWER Breakfast is a fast-paced three-hour news and current affairs show, alternating between the latest breaking news, political coverage, analysis, sport, market reports, weather and all your calls. Whether you’re in business, the public service or just want to stay informed, tune in as Thabiso TT Tema connects you to your world.

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8:47

AI for Everyone: Your Pocket-Sized Brain

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/02/05

AI with Lebohang PhokelaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:41

PowerKidz - Tshilidzi Mutsharini

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/02/03

TT was in conversation with Tshilidzi MutshariniSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:25

Scholar Transport Services Suspended Across Gauteng...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/02/02

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Jabulani Khumalo – Chairperson of GASBOC about how the Gauteng scholar transport crisis, as of early 2026, is marked by a complete breakdown in relations between the Gauteng Small Bus Operators’ Council (GASBOC) and the provincial government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:01

POLITICAL DESK: Sandile Swana – Political Analyst

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/02/02

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Sandile Swana – Political Analyst about how Major-General Lesetja Senona, the Hawks head in KwaZulu-Natal, remains an employee of the unit despite his claims that he was forcibly removed from his Durban office and that his electronic devices were seized.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:57

South Africa expels top Israeli diplomat over...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/02/02

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Dr Kingsley Makhubela – International Relations expert about how diplomatic tensions between South Africa and Israel have escalated into the reciprocal expulsion of senior officials. The dispute was triggered when South Africa’s Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) ordered Israel’s chargé d’affaires, Ariel Seidman, to leave the country within 72 hours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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8:14

Judge President Selby Mbenenge found guilty of...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/02/02

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Mbekezeli Benjamin – Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter about how, following a ruling by a Judicial Conduct Tribunal, Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge is unlikely to face impeachment. The tribunal found him not guilty of gross misconduct relating to allegations that he sexually harassed a junior court secretary, Andiswa Mengo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:08

Illicit alcohol: a brewing threat to health and...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/21

Thabiso is in conversation with Rhys Evans Managing Director at ALCO-SafeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:00

US alleges South Africa threatens its national...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

The United States government has formally accused South Africa of shipping sensitive military-grade equipment to China, claiming the action poses a direct threat to American national security. Thabiso Tema spoke to Chrispin Phiri -Spokesperson to the Minister International Relation and cooperation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:10

Onderstepoort Biological Products OBP’s Decline...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

South Africa’s premier state-owned animal vaccine manufacturer, OBP, has effectively collapsed, leaving the nation unable to produce critical vaccines for livestock. Despite receiving R500 million in government funding intended for a world-class revamp, the facility’s high-security laboratories were neglected and fell into ruin. Thabiso Tema spoke to Athol Trollip ActionSA Parliamentary Leader.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:17

Defence Minister Angie Motshekga in hot water after...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/19

The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has sparked a diplomatic firestorm by allegedly defying a direct order from President Cyril Ramaphosa to exclude Iran from the "Will for Peace 2026" naval exercises. Despite the President's instruction that Iran should only act as an "observer" to avoid jeopardizing trade ties with the United States, Iranian warships were spotted fully participating in the drills alongside Chinese and Russian vessels. Thabiso Tema spoke to Dean Wingrin Defence

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11:31

US Suspends Immigrant Visa Processing for Nationals...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/16

The United States government has announced an indefinite suspension of immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, a major expansion of its immigration restrictions. The decision, announced by the State Department on January 14, 2026, will take effect on January 21, 2026, and is part of the Trump administration’s intensified efforts to tighten entry standards and reduce reliance on public assistance. Thabiso Tema spoke to Dr Kingsley Makhubela. See omnystudio.com/listener for

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13:50

Uganda’s Long Serving President Museveni Seeks to...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/16

Uganda’s national election on Thursday was marked by tension, heavy security, and a government‑imposed internet blackout as President Yoweri Museveni in power since 1986 sought to extend his rule into a fifth decade. The vote has drawn international scrutiny, allegations of repression, and fears of undermining democratic norms. Thabiso Tema spoke to Mercy Kanyesigye independent candidate for the National Female Youth MP in Uganda.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:56

Illicit cigarette trade forces BAT SA to shut SA...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/16

BAT South Africa (BATSA) today announced it will cease local production of factory manufactured cigarettes (FMC) and close its sole South African manufacturing facility by the end of 2026, because of the devastating impact of the illicit cigarette trade on the local market. Thabiso Tema spoke to Dale McKinley Economist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:46

Khumalo Says Misinformation Campaign Targeted His...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/16

Lieutenant‑General Dumisani Khumalo, head of the South African Police Service’s Crime Intelligence division, told Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee on Thursday that he has been the target of a “well‑orchestrated misinformation campaign” as a result of decisions he made to clean up fraud and corruption within the unit. Thabiso Tema spoke to Khusela Diko Whips of Study Group on Ad Hoc committee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:43

The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural...

POWER Breakfast ·

2026/01/16

Since the onset of the outbreak in Gauteng, 286 857 animals have been vaccinated, while 128 925 animals have undergone controlled slaughter at FMD-designated abattoirs. To date, 173 cases have been confirmed across the province. Of these, three cases have been closed following depopulation, while the remaining 170 cases remain under quarantine Thabiso Tema spoke to MEC Ms Vuyiswa RamokgopaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:56

CONVERSATIONS TO AVOID ON THE FAMILY TABLE THIS...

POWER Breakfast ·

2025/12/26

Clementine Mabena is joined by Life coach, Mookho MhlayivanaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:27

CRISTMAS MENU – MAIN COURSE IDEAS

POWER Breakfast ·

2025/12/26

Clementine Mabena is joined by self-taught chef, MalumFoodieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:03

Madlanga report to be handed over: Reflecting on the...

POWER Breakfast ·

2025/12/22

Thabiso Tema is in conversation with, Director and Head of Projects at Accountability Advocate Paul Hoffman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:08

Calls for safe initiations: EC summer initiation...

POWER Breakfast ·

2025/12/22

Thabiso Tema was in conversation with Velenkosini Hlabisa,The Minister for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) in South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:38

French perspective and participation in the G20

POWER Breakfast ·

2025/11/25

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Clotilde Ravel, Deputy Head of Investigative Reports and Section Editor at the French publication Africa Intelligence, about how France emerged as one of the most visible and engaged participants at the 2025 G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, with President Emmanuel Macronusing the platform to champion multilateral cooperation, support South Africa’s presidency priorities, and warn of the growing fragility of global governance

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