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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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9:37

The attitude of young people towards work

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/06/17

Thabiso Tema is in conversation with Chief Culture Officer at Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, Lebo Nke about the attitude of young South African towards work on POWER Breakfast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:02

Gauteng now allowing walk-ins for COVID-19 jabs

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/06/17

POWER Breakfast host, Thabiso Tema speaks to Gauteng Health spokesperson, Wara Kekana about Covid-19 vaccination walk-ins for SA citizens over the age of 60 as the province struggles to meet targets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:04

National Police Commissioner calls for collaboration...

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2021/06/17

National Police Commissioner General Khehla Sitole says managing organized crime in the SADC region will require collaboration. Sitole has officially taken over as the chairperson of the Southern African Regional Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation (SARPCCO) for the next twelve months as the organisation strengthens its efforts to fight cross border crimes. Thabiso speaks to the National Police Commissioner, General Khehla Sitole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:04

POPI Act comes into effect from the first of July

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2021/06/15

South Africa is moving on closer in tightening data security and preventing potential cybercrime with the introduction of the Protection of Personal Information Act. On POWER Breakfast, legal advisor Stormme Hobson sheds light on the legislation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:41

Gauteng prepares for Covid-19 third wave

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/06/15

Gauteng Covid-19 committee awaits a worst case scenario as the province continues to see an uptick in confirmed cases. Speaking on POWER Breakfast on Tuesday, Gauteng Covid-19 committee's professor Bruce Mellado says the third wave will plateau by July.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:40

Banks accused of targeting black-owned businesses

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/04/30

TransformSA and its civil society partners took to the streets yesterday accusing banks of targeting black-owned businesses. The organization said the latest example could be seen in the threat to close the bank account of AYO Technologies in the coming week when the company has not been found guilty of any crime. FNB decided to sack Iqbal Survé-linked IT company AYO Technology Solutions as a client from 3 May. Thabiso speaks to President, Transform SA, Adil Nchabeleng.See

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7:37

Complexes and estates have until 30 June 2021 to...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/04/30

Community housing schemes, including complexes and estates have until 30 June 2021 to ensure complete compliance with the Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act. Thabiso speaks to specialist sectional title attorney and Director at BBM Attorneys,Marinah Constas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:06

R350 Social Relief of Distress Grant expires on Friday

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2021/04/30

The R350 grant officially expires on Friday 30 April – meaning that no more new payments will be made to those claiming the Social Relief of Distress Grant benefit. The grant was originally slated to run from May to October 2020 as a temporary provision of assistance. It was intended for persons in such dire material need that they are unable to meet their or their families’ most basic needs. Thabiso speaks to SASSA acting spokesperson,Moabi Pitsi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:46

Public Protector intervenes in tussle between artists...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/04/29

The Public Protector South Africa announced its plans to mediate in the two-month-long dispute between artists and the National Arts Council and the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture. Thabiso speaks to the Public Protector, Busiswe Mkhwebane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:33

Ivermectin has not been approved as a Covid-19...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/30

The use of ivermectin in treating Covid-19 has gained popularity across the globe. The SA Health Products Regulatory Authority has set the record straight on the use of Ivermectin, insisting that it has not authorised the use of the drug for the treatment of Covid-19. However, it can be obtained through a compassionate access programme. Here's what that means.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:44

Human Rights Watch speaks out against deadly...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/29

Thabiso Tema speaks to Human Rights Watch, southern director Dewa Mavhinga about the rebel attacks in Mozambique.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:43

Nzimande calls on VCs to curb destruction of property...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/29

Higher education minister Blade Nzimande is calling on university vice-chancellors to curb the vandalism of property by students. This amid protracted student protests against financial exclusion. Students are demanding that all historic debt be scrapped. Thabiso Tema speaks to higher education spokesperson Ishmael Mnisi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:34

Policing and crowd management in the spotlight

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/29

Thabiso Tema speaks to the head of the justice and violence prevention programme at ISS, Gareth Newham about the release of a report into policing and crowd management in South Africa. Police minister Bheki Cele is set to release the report on Monday. It comes amid growing concern about excessive brute force against unarmed black protesters in the country in comparison to violent and destructive white protestors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:15

South African with family in Mozambique speak out...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/29

A deadly rebel attack in the town of Palma in Mozambique last week is firing up concern about escalating conflict in the neighbouring country. Rebels have rendered the town virtually inaccessible, cutting itoff from the rest of Cabo Delgado province for several weeks as the rebels make road access unsafe.About 100 rebels were reportedly involved in the assault, which left bodies lying in the street – some of them reportedly beheaded. Thabiso Tema speaks to Meryl Knox, mother and wife of South

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6:07

Liquor industry sounds warning on impact of yet...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/29

The liquor industry is warning of the devastating impact of yet another possible alcohol ban. This would be the fourth such ban since the national state of disaster had been declared in March 2020. The conversation comes on the back of a possible tightening of lockdown regulations over the Easter weekend. On Wednesday, health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize revealed that a decision to move South Africa to a higher lockdown level is being discussed. Thabiso Tema speaks to Kurt Moore, South African Liquor

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8:22

Process to rename William Nicol Drive after Winnie...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/26

The City of Johannesburg has begun a process to rename William Nicol Drive after Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. William Nicol Drive connects Diepsloot with suburbs such as Fourways, Sandton and Hyde Park. The public’s participation process will give residents an opportunity to voice out their views on the naming of streets and other public places. The City council will consider all comments before a final decision is taken on the renaming of the road. We speak to City of Johannesburg mayor Geoff

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7:05

Doctors unhappy with 15% registration fee hike amid...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/26

The South African Medical Association (SAMA) says it is disappointed by the decision taken by the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) to only increase the annual professional fee for doctors and dentists. The Association says they feel unfairly treated by the council as other medical boards’ fees have not been increased. The council announced an increase of 15% for consultations. We speak to SAMA chairperson Dr Angelique CoetzeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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6:08

Victims of apartheid killings speak out - The...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/26

Many people, might not be aware that on 12 May 1991, in Swaneville near Krugersdorp, a massacre occurred that left many people dead or disabled, and their houses, cars and personal belongings destroyed by fire. Survivors and their family members often commemorate the day by holding a prayer meeting at a rock they use as a monument in the open field that was left after the massacre. We speak to chairperson of the Swaneville Massacre Committee, Lillian Sambula.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:39

Nearly 40 000 government employees apply for R350 grant

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/25

Minister of social development Lindiwe Zulu speaks to Thabiso about progress made in the investigation of close to 40 000 government employees who applied for the R350 special relief distress grant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:32

Justice minister says judiciary must be allowed to do...

POWER Breakfast ·

2021/03/25

Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Ronald Lamola says the Constitution must be protected and defended by all South Africans. Lamola was handed a memorandum of demands by the Defend Our Democracy delegation yesterday calling on the protection of the constitution. The minister says the constitution must be viewed as sacrosanct and the rule of law. Lamola says South Africans should allow the judiciary and the National Prosecuting Authority to do its job without fear or favour. We speak to

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