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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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25:09

ANALYSIS: Proposed VAT increase reversed

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2025/04/25

The proposed VAT increase, which was meant to be implemented next month, has been reversed. Treasury issued a statement shortly after midnight on Thursday. The VAT rate was scheduled to rise to 15.5% on 1 Maybut will now remain at 15%. Treasury says the decision was taken after considering recommendations of the Parliamentary committees and extensive consultation with political parties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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ANALYSIS: Proposed VAT increase reversed

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2025/04/25

The proposed VAT increase, which was meant to be implemented next month, has been reversed. Treasury issued a statement shortly after midnight on Thursday. The VAT rate was scheduled to rise to 15.5% on 1 Maybut will now remain at 15%. Treasury says the decision was taken after considering recommendations of the Parliamentary committees and extensive consultation with political parties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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72:50

FOCUS: Department of Justice & Constitutional...

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2025/04/25

The vision of the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DoJ&CD) is to ensure an accessible justice system in a vibrant and evolving constitutional democracy. Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi sits down with the minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi as they unpack the functional of SA's justice system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:43

The Executive: Prof. Zeblon Vilakazi

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2025/04/24

Wits University is more than an educational brand, it’s a time-honoured legacy that aims to educate and change through quality education and sound motivation to develop African societies. For 100 years Wits has been known for and remembered through the caliber of graduates that it produces, and the footprints of change that they leave in the public and private sectors in all fields of industry. The institution is headed by Professor Zeblon Zenzele Vilakaz, who was appointed Vice-Chancellor and

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44:59

Remembering Oliver Tambo

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2025/04/24

Died April 23rd, 1993, his legacy lives on. Oliver Tambo was indeed the glue that held the ANC together in exile under challenging conditions, which he managed to do through his leadership qualities. He was a leader who led by example and he personified what the ANC stood for and what the ANC intended to achieve: a non-racist, non-sexist, democratic and united South Africa. Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi was joined by ANC veterans, Mac Maharaj and Mavuso Msimang.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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82:38

Sudan War Intensifying: Death, Displacement and...

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2025/04/22

The current civil war erupted on April 15, 2023, during the holy month of Ramadan. It began as a power struggle between two key factions within the military establishment. On one side stood the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. On the other was the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a powerful paramilitary group commanded by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, widely known as Hemedti.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:54

Deputy President Paul Mashatile's Assassination Attempt

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2025/04/22

Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi was in conversation with Keith Khoza, spokesperson to the deputy president.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:59

Easter Holiday Special - History of Manyano

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2025/04/17

The Women's Manyano movement within the Methodist Church of Southern Africa is believed to have been established in the early 1900s, with some sources citing 1905 or 1907. The Manyano is a significant women's organisation within the Methodist Church of Southern Africa. This grassroots organisation serves not only as a platform for spiritual growth but also as a catalyst for social change, focusing on social justice, empowerment, and support for marginalised communities. Originating from a need to

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8:33

Former Ambassador Nhlapo on New U.S Proposed Bill

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2025/04/17

Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi was in conversation with former ambassador, Welile Nhlapo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:16

FOLLOW UP: ANC Responds to New Proposed U.S Bill

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2025/04/17

Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri, National Spokesperson of the African National Congress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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49:18

State of Public Service in South Africa

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2025/04/16

South Africa’s public service is smaller: it employs about 9% of the labour force, about 10% of the non-agricultural labour force and accounts for about 18% of formal employment. In South Africa, public employment contracted in the 1990s (it was previously equal to 15% of the labour force in 1995), and was stagnant up to 2005 and has since been growing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:39

U.S Proposes New Bill That Threatens US-SA Relations

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2025/04/16

Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi spoke to Dr Oscar van Heerden, senior fellow researcher from the Centre of African diplomacy at the University of Johannesburg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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22:56

U.S Proposes New Bill That Threatens US-SA Relations

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2025/04/16

Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) introduced theU.S.-South Africa Bilateral Relations Review Act of 2025, which would mandate a full review of the bilateral relationship between the United States and South Africa and help advance President Trump’s foreign policy agenda by giving him the tools necessary to impose sanctions on corrupt South African government officials who choose to support America’s adversaries like China, Russia, and Iran. Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi was joined by Joseph

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10:02

Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to the President...

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2025/04/15

Pre-recorded interview with the President spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:58

Missing Persons: Alzheimer's Disease Related Cases

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2025/04/15

Among the South African elderly, an estimate would place the number of dementiasufferers at 250 000, with some 35 000 of these suffering from Alzheimer's Disease. The Alzheimer'sAssociation estimated that 60% of people with Alzheimer disease will wander.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:35

Understanding Depths of Elderly Abuse in South Africa

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2025/04/15

The problem of elder abuse and neglect in South Africa is widespread, but the definitionof abuse remains problematic. One of the crucial areas of concern is the spate of incidents ofviolence and abuse against the elderly in our nation. Alarmingly, approximately one in 10 olderadults (65 years and older) have experienced some level of abuse, and financial andemotional abuse, according to SA Government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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90:22

Understanding Autism - April Awareness Month

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2025/04/14

April is World Autism Awareness Month, and the aim is to take measures to raise awareness about persons with autism throughout the world. Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterised by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, speech and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 36 children and 1 in 45 adultsin the United States today. In South Africa, the National Institutes

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13:53

Assessing State of GBV

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2025/04/11

Dads in the picture is an organization founded on African fatherhood values and culture dating back to the 60’s and 70’s. This is primarily the day where a man was a protector and provider for children and families, respected as a head of the family. In light of the current challenges that are in one way or another attributed to the absence of fathers, we are looking to encourage and support men in this regard. Nhlanhla Sehume was in conversation with Daniel Mokoena, facillitator and

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10:15

The Exxaro CEO Summit 2025

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2025/04/11

Nhlanhla Sehumeis in conversation with the CEO of Exxaro Resources,Ben Magara to reflect on the summit and why it is important for Exxaro to continuously review and evolve its safety strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:42

Mining Safety Standards in South Africa

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2025/04/11

The new milestones for health and safety in South African mining for the next decade are doable and will be driven by technological advances. The mine labour force is also likely to shrink, meaning fewer miners will be in harm’s way. South Africa’s mining sector, the Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources, and trade unions agreed last week at the tripartite health and safety summit on new goals to be reached over the next decade with the ultimate goal being “Zero

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