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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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23:07

Chains of Command - Why Rhoode and Ramaphosa Face...

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2026/04/14

President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing intensifying scrutiny over allegations that he and Major General Wally Rhoode, the former head of the Presidential Protection Unit (PPU), breached the Criminal Procedure Act. The controversy centers on their failure to report a significant theft at the Presidents. Phala Phala farms to local law enforcement, bypassing standard legal protocols required for such incidents. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Qhawe Sosibo Legal Expert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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26:21

Lifestyle Audits Crises: 24 Presidency officials flagged

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2026/04/13

The lifestyle audit process targeting members of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Cabinet is steadily progressing, with recent findings highlighting potential discrepancies in financial disclosures. To date, 24 officials within the Presidency have been flagged for further investigation due to suspicions of undeclared income or the concealment of assets. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Stephen Sadie, CEO of the Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa(CGISA)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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23:45

ActionSA calls for cabinet performance agreements to...

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2026/04/13

ActionSA has strongly criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa’s failure to disclose the performance agreements signed by his cabinet members. Through a formal written parliamentary inquiry, the party demanded that these documents be made available to the public immediately, arguing that transparency is necessary regardless of whether specific ministers have met their assigned targets. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Athol Trollip ActionSA MP and Lukhona Mnguni, Political Analyst.See

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22:49

DA Federal Congress: DA’s Road to 2029 - Solly Msimanga

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2026/04/13

DA Federal Congress: DA’s Road to 2029 In a significant shift for South African politics, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis was elected leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA) this Sunday. His victory places him at the helm of the nation’s second-largest party during a high-stakes era, as the organisation balances its current role in the Government of National Unity with its ambitions for future dominance. Hill-Lewis secured the position by defeating Gauteng challenger Sibusiso Dyonase,

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17:54

DA Federal Congress: DA’s Road to 2029 - Cilliers Brink

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2026/04/13

DA Federal Congress: DA’s Road to 2029 In a significant shift for South African politics, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis was elected leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA) this Sunday. His victory places him at the helm of the nation’s second-largest party during a high-stakes era, as the organisation balances its current role in the Government of National Unity with its ambitions for future dominance. Hill-Lewis secured the position by defeating Gauteng challenger Sibusiso Dyonase,

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36:54

Hanging out with Thebe Lenyora

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2026/04/12

Thebe Mogane, known professionally as Thebe, stands as a pioneering force in South African music and a foundational architect of the kwaito genre. Emerging during the late 1990s, he was instrumental in crafting a distinct sonic identity that blended house rhythms and hip-hop influences with the vibrant pulse of township culture. Mondli Makhanya had a sit-down with Thebe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:44

Understanding the case by Dignity SA on assisted dying

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2026/04/12

Dignity SA has officially launched a legal challenge in the North Gauteng High Court, aiming to decriminalise medical assistance in dying. During a media briefing in Cape Town, the organisation—alongside other interested parties—announced that it is seeking a Constitutional Court ruling to declare current laws prohibiting assisted dying unconstitutional and invalid. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Prof Joseph Raimndo, Executive Director at Dignity SA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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22:08

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) is finalized...

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2026/04/12

Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube commended the History Ministerial Task Team (MTT) for its significant progress during a briefing to the Portfolio Committee. The Minister emphasised that the new draft curriculum is designed to move away from parochialism and exceptionalism. Instead, it seeks to cultivate a global historical consciousness in learners, framed specifically from an African perspective. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Hendrick Makaneta, Education Activist.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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14:21

Cyril Ramaphosa accepting new US Ambassador Leo Brent...

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2026/04/09

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa officially accepted the credentials of the new United States Ambassador, Leo Brent Bozell, during a formal ceremony in Pretoria on Wednesday. This diplomatic milestone comes just one month after Bozell received a formal reprimand from the South African government. The previous tension arose after the diplomat publicly criticized the administration and questioned the validity of a domestic court ruling, leading to a temporary strain in relations. Mondli

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17:43

UN rules South Africa violated rights in boeremag trial

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2026/04/09

The United Nations Human Rights Committee has cast a spotlight back onto the Boeremag treason trial, concluding that South Africa breached international fair trial standards. As reported by Cape Town Etc, the committee’s scrutiny centers specifically on the legal proceedings involving Johan Lets Pretorius and his two sons, Johan and Wilhelm. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Donovan Williams Social Commentator and International Relation Expert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:21

Cabinet approved the Revised White Paper on...

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2026/04/09

Dr. Leon Schreiber, the Minister of Home Affairs, has officially welcomed the Cabinet approval of the Revised White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration, and Refugee Protection. This significant milestone was reached after the Department of Home Affairs conducted an exhaustive public consultation process spanning all nine provinces. The engagement was highly successful, drawing thousands of contributions and insights from various stakeholders and the general public to shape the future of the

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25:09

Trump threatens to take out Iran in one night; if no...

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2026/04/08

US President Donald Trump has threatened to take out Iran; in one night; if it fails to make a deal before the deadline he set for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global supply route. Trumps deadline for an acceptable; deal - one that includes the free flow of energy through the Gulf - is set for 20:00 Washington DC time on Tuesday (00:00 GMT on Wednesday). Mondli Makhanya spoke to Dr. Emmanuel Matambo University of Johannesburg Research Director at the Centre for Africa-China

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22:18

Athletics SA Under the spotlight: Parliament calls...

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2026/04/08

Parliament has recommended the dissolution of the Athletics South Africa (ASA) board, delivering a damning verdict on the state of the country’s athletics administration. The Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture concluded that the federation has failed in its fiduciary responsibilities and is no longer capable of safeguarding the interests of athletes. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Joe McGluwa, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture.See omnystudio.com/listener

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47:25

Examining how inclusive national conventions could...

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2026/04/08

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent announcement of a National Dialogue signals a defining moment for South Africa. With deepening inequality, democratic fatigue and widespread disillusionment, there is an imperative that this dialogue is not limited to elite consultations without sufficient public participation. If it defaults to top-down solutions and closed-door deliberations, it risks entrenching the exclusionary patterns of the past it aims to undo. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Makhukhu

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50:57

Dr. Ramathuba elected ‘unopposed’ as ANC’s Limpopo...

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2026/04/02

In a historic turn for the African National Congress in Limpopo, Dr. Phophi Ramathuba has been elected unopposed as the province’s first-ever female chairperson. Her ascension to the role took place in the early hours of Saturday morning at the Polokwane Cricket Club, where she officially succeeded the outgoing provincial chairperson, Stanley Mathabatha. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Dr. Phophi Ramathuba Premier and ANC Chairperson in Limpopo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:54

Relief for African economies as UK, France lead...

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2026/04/02

This latest diplomatic push stems from a high-level summit held on March 19, during which leaders from the UK, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan formally pledged to protect safe maritime passage through this vital oil corridor. In a joint statement issued via the British government, these six nations signalled their readiness to launch coordinated operations designed to secure navigation and stabilize the region’s volatile waters. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Thembisa Fakude

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48:24

Assessing the basics of BEE? (What was BEE meant to...

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2026/03/31

Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) was originally envisioned as a cornerstone of restorative justice, rather than a mechanism for a select few to amass wealth. Its primary purpose was to function as a transformative tool to dismantle the rigid, systemic inequalities inherited from the apartheid era. By design, the policy aimed to broaden the economic landscape, ensuring that most citizens could move beyond the margins and engage in meaningful, productive participation within the national economy

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17:37

SANDF Road to Rand Show

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2026/03/31

The Defence Force Campaign where we reach out to various stakeholders and communicate our mandate to the people of South Africa, whilst also highlighting the vast career opportunities within the military and enticing capable youth to consider a career in the SANDF. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Director Defence Corporate Communication, Brigadier General Selinah Rawlins and Acting Senior Staff Officer Communication Information, Lieutenant Colonel Marumo Machete. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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26:03

Department of Women concerned over challenges women...

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2026/03/31

The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has expressed serious concern regarding the persistent barriers South African women face when attempting to access the justice system. The department warns that these ongoing legal hurdles do more than just deny rights; they actively stifle economic participation, creating a cycle of exclusion that prevents women from fully engaging in the country’s economy. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Mmapaseka Steve Letsike Deputy Minister for Women,

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49:15

In conversation with Mteto Nyati, Eskom chairperson:...

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2026/03/30

Eskom has announced its full commitment to the newly established task team dedicated to launching an independent State-owned Transmission System Operator (TSO). This support is a critical step in the utility’s broader restructuring process, aimed at modernizing the country's energy landscape and ensuring a more transparent management of the national grid. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Mteto Nyati, Eskom chairperson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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