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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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8:29

Fire destroys 11 classrooms at Riverlea High School

The Best of POWER Breakfast ·

2025/04/29

The Gauteng Department of Education has confirmed that a fire broke out at theRiverleaHigh School on Sunday, destroying 11 classrooms. According to MECMatomeChiloane, preliminary reports indicate the fire started at about 6pm in an unused classroom and rapidly spread. POWER Breakfast show host Tessa Dooms speaks to Theo Doyle, community leader atRiverlea on the fire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:42

Gauteng government discloses spending R2 billion on...

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2025/04/29

Vuyo Mhaga, spokesperson for the office of the premier talks to POWER Breakfast host Tessa Dooms on Failure to maintain its assets that is costing the Gauteng provincial government millions in unnecessary expenditure.Due to the buildings owned by the provincial government not being fit for purpose, R34 million a month is spent on providing officials with space to work. The premier's office is now investigating these facts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:45

Over 6,200 individuals were apprehended for illegal...

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2025/04/29

Over 6,200 individuals were apprehended for illegal immigration during the Easter period, according to the Border Management Authority (BMA). Commissioner Dr Michael Masiapato speaks to POWER Breakfast show host Tessa Dooms about the Easter Drive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:42

Western Cape High Court has ordered the VAT hike to...

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2025/04/29

Benedict Phiri,IusPrudentiaspecialist counsel speaks to POWER Breakfast host Tessa Dooms in an effort to explain what happens next following the VAT hike western Cape High Court order which has ordered the VAT hike suspended — until parliament passes legislation making finance minister EnochGodongwana’sdecision to reverse the VAT hike an act of parliament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:50

Together Apart: The story of living in apartheid

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2025/04/28

Together apart: the story of living in apartheid. Tessa Dooms spoke with Dr Athambile Masola, lecturer in the historical studies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:57

Reflecting on the Future of Democracy and freedom

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2025/04/28

reflecting on the future of democracy and freedom. Tessa Dooms spoke with political analyst, Musa Mdunge and Social maker, LeraiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:11

Cwecwe update: Mchunu apologises to principal...

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2025/04/28

Police minister, Senzo Mchunu apologises to principal implicated as suspect in rape of child case. Tessa Dooms spoke with Ian Cameron,National Assembly Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on PoliceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:37

iPhupho L'ka Biko - The Revival of political Art

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2025/04/24

Through music they aim to conscientise and spiritually awaken Abahlali globally. Tessa Dooms caught up with iPhupho L’ka Biko.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:05

Dr Bev Ditsie Retrospective: A Queer Feminist Lens on...

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2025/04/17

Dr Bev Ditsie Retrospective: A Queer Feminist Lens on 40 Years of TV & Film. Tessa Dooms caught up with Dr. Bev Ditsie, Human Rights Activist, Filmmaker, and LGBTQ+ Advocate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:57

Inquest into the death of Chief Albert Luthuli |...

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2025/04/17

Inquest into the death of Chief Albert Luthuli | Investigator unable to find key witnesses in Luthuli inquest. Tessa Dooms spoke with Qaanitah Hunter, Senior reporter at Newsroom Afrika and Sandile Luthuli, grandson of Chief Albert Luthuli.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:38

Future of jobs with advent of AI – exploring...

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2025/04/17

Future of jobs with advent of AI – exploring complexities of ordinary or simple jobs being taken over AI. Tessa Dooms spoke with Mudiwa Gavaza, Technology Correspondent at Business Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:14

WHO reaches landmark agreement on future pandemics

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2025/04/17

WHO reaches landmark agreement on future pandemics, Tessa Dooms spoke with Dr Angelique Coetzee, Former SAMA chair and primary healthcare physician.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:45

International Amnesty urges probe into Mozambique...

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2025/04/17

International Amnesty urges probe into Mozambique protest crackdown, Tessa Dooms spoke with Niki Frederick, researcher who co-wrote report at the international AmnestySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:06

EFF demands urgent review of Orania’s legitimacy amid...

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2025/04/16

Shadrack Lapologang Tlhaole, EFF’s Provincial Chairperson and Party Leader in the Northern Cape talks to POWER Breakfast show host Tessa Doomson the party demanding urgent review of Orania’s legitimacy amid rising calls for equality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:06

Right of reply to: POWER CONNECTIONS: Fake...

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2025/04/15

Right of reply to: News24's "POWER CONNECTIONS: Fake qualifications and poor appointments – why City Power is crumbling" Tessa Dooms spoke with Tshifularo Mashaba, CEO: City Power."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:31

Billions in pension payouts evaporate because of...

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2025/04/15

Municipal workers countrywide have seen billions in pension payouts evaporate because of their employers. Tessa Dooms spoke with Lance Joel, SALGA Chief of Operations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:38

The enforcement of spaza shop regulations: With over...

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2025/04/15

The enforcement of spaza shop regulations. Tessa Dooms spoke with Sergio Isa Dos Santos, DA MP and Mpho Nawa, Head of the Department: Economic Development.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:52

Tanzania's main opposition party banned from election

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2025/04/15

Tanzania's main opposition party banned from election. Tessa Dooms spoke with Tanzania's main opposition party banned from election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:20

POLITICAL DESK - Lullu White, Thought Leader on...

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2025/04/14

Political desk with Lullu White, Thought Leader on Elections, Democracy and Governance in Africa; Founder and CEO at EMCA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:39

The number of premium brands cutting down dealerships...

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2025/04/14

The reduction in premium brand dealerships continues alongside a growing influx of Chinese car manufacturers. Tessa Dooms spoke with Edward Makwana, motoring analyst.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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