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The Best of 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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9:00

Probe into Helen Joseph sparked by Tom London videos...

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2025/03/11

A report by the Office of the Health Ombud has identified "several significant infrastructure challenges" at Helen Joseph Tertiary Hospital , "indicating a systemic problem".The report comes on the back of an investigation prompted by a series of videos that former broadcaster Thomas Holmes – also known as Tom London – posted on social media last year, lamenting his experience after being admitted as a patient at the busy Johannesburg hospital.Holmes was rushed to Helen Joseph with

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12:24

Allegations of multi-billion rand fraudulent payments...

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2025/03/11

Senior officials at the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa have allowed two tenders amounting to almost R18-billion, to be awarded to a company, seemingly without the basic bid criteria being met. A report compiled by a whistleblower alleges PRASA has also fraudulently made advance payments to the company – Maziya General Services – amounting to almost R2.7-billion through five transfers during December 2023 and December 2024. Tessa Dooms spoke with Collen Msibi National Spokesperson

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7:40

Cyril Ramaphosa proposes working group to rescue Joburg

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2025/03/10

President Cyril Ramaphosa has proposed the establishment of a presidential working group similar to the one implemented in the eThekwini metro as part of efforts aimed at turning the once City of Gold’s role as the engine of growth for SA’s economy. Ramaphosa led a national executive delegation, which met the Johannesburg executive council on Friday, as part of efforts aimed at addressing service delivery challenges in a metro that is responsible for 16% of SA’s GDP and employs 12%

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14:10

Exploring the parallels in the nationalist and...

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2025/03/10

Exploring the relationship between the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES), German elections, and South Africa’s ANC, particularly how the two systems relate or intersect, especially considering the ANC’s role in South African elections and how Germany’s political dynamics might influence or mirror the ANC’s performance. Tessa Dooms spoke with Sebastian Sperling, Director FES South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:49

Gauteng war on drugs; R10 million Westonaria drug lab...

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2025/03/10

Gauteng Province has been grappling with significant drug-related challenges, including the proliferation of illicit drug manufacturing and distribution networks. Recent law enforcement operations have shed light on the scale of this issue. Tessa Doms spoke with Samuel Moela member of ANC Study group on police and, Thabang Bogopa Independent crime researcher and forensic scientist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:21

Electric vehicle batteries can last almost 40% longer...

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2025/03/10

When we see “tested under laboratory conditions”, we often assume real-world conditions will lead to faster degradation of a product. But experts from Stanford University have found the opposite is true for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. Their new research shows traditional laboratory testing leads to faster degradation, while real-world use gives substantially more battery life, extending the lifespan of the entire EV. Researchers found the stop-start way we drive and the variable

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19:05

POLITICAL DESK

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2025/03/10

Tessa Dooms spoke with Naledi Pandor, Former International Relations Minister.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:02

City of Joburg embarks on a hostel revitalization...

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2025/03/10

Joburg's Human Settlements department is unveiling plans to revitalise hostels in Meadowlands, Soweto. Several of these buildings have deteriorated badly over the years. The city's MMC for Human Settlements backs the project to succeed where previous ones failed. Previously, the ANC's National Development Plan had aimed to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality by 2030 and this included revitalising hostels. But with the ANC having lost its Parliamentary majority after 2024 elections it was unclear

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11:55

The cry of Winnie Mandela : exploring the...

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2025/03/04

The Cry Of Winnie Mandela is a compelling journey through history, emotion, and the enduring strength of the female South African spirit. Based on the popular novel by poet, novelist, and essayist Njabulo Ndebele, The Cry of Winnie Mandela is a poignant theatrical production brought to life by The Market Theatre. This thoughtful new play of resilience is adapted by Alex Burger and directed by the award-winning MoMo Matsunyane who is the current Standard Bank Young Artist Winner for Theatre. Dessa

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6:34

Hawks investigate disinformation claims in the US,...

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2025/03/04

The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) have recently confirmed that four high treason dockets have been opened in response to allegations that misleading information about South Africa's Expropriation Act was distributed in the United States. Hawks head Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya told the SABC that the dockets have been opened by different individuals from different political parties. Tessa Dooms spoke with Elton Hart, Attorney and Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg

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11:53

Joburg Water Woes: Water supply shortages continue to...

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2025/03/04

While the Minister of Water and Sanitation, Pemmy Majodina declared there is no water crisis in South Africa, the DA in Gauteng has challenged this assertion, pointing to infrastructure failures rather than resident overconsumption as the root cause of the province's water crisis. This comes after the opposition in the province accused Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi of failing to take responsibility over the province's water challenges, accusing him of by blaming residents for water wastage. Tessa

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12:31

Land law and leadership: In conversation with...

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2025/03/04

Correctional services minister and former leader of the FF Plus Pieter Groenewald has opened up about his decision to step down as party leader. Groenewald acknowledges that leading a political party while serving in government proved too much. He was replaced by Corne Mulder last week. Groenewald has spoken out, claiming that white people are facing discrimination in South Africa. He also criticised the Expropriation Act and says the party is challenging it in court.Tessa Dooms spoke with Pieter

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13:00

Gauteng Government Officials In Finance And Supply...

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2025/03/04

The Gauteng Provincial Government said that all officials working in Supply Chain Management and Finance will undergo lifestyle audits to promote transparency and ethical governance. The focus will be on officials directly responsible for procurement and financial decision-making across all GPG departments and entities. This initiative, according to the provincial government, aligns with Premier Panyaza Lesufi's commitment to strengthen accountability and combat corruption within the provincial

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25:09

A delegation from Afrikaner interest groups...

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2025/02/27

An AfriForum and Solidarity delegation met with US President Donald Trump’s administration at the White House in Washington DC on Tuesday, urging them to punish ANC leaders and fight for the interests of Afrikaners. The delegation of the Solidarity Movement was led by Chairperson Flip Buys and Head of International Liaison Jaco Kleynhans. AfriForum was represented by its CEO Kallie Kriel and as well as Solidarity CEO Dr Dirk Hermann for Solidarity. Thabiso Tema spoke with Zane Dangor ,

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11:56

National treasury saves South African post office by...

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2025/02/27

The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies (DCDT) has announced that National Treasury approved a virement of R150 million for the South African Post Office. According to the department, the funds will help address the Post Office’s immediate financial pressures. Thabiso Tema spoke with Omega Shelembe, DDG Department of communications and Digital Communications.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:48

POWER Kidz - Montage

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2025/02/26

You demanded it, so here it is…it’s the Best of Power Kidz, with uncle @thabisotema!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:50

2025 Budget Speech: Expectations from business

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2025/02/18

Dr Iraj Abedian, founder and Chief Executive of Pan-African Investment and Research Services talks to POWER Breakfast host Thabiso Tema on the backdrop of the upcoming budget speech by minister of finance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:57

My Vote counts challenges secret political donations...

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2025/02/18

My Vote Counts has gone to court to seek an overhaul of the Political Party Funding Act as amended by the Electoral Matters Amendment Act to compel parties to fully disclose all donations. Currently, political parties don’t have to disclose donations under R100,000, and individuals can donate up to R15-million per year to a party. POWER Breakfast host Thabiso Tema speaks to Joel Bregman,Project Lead Money in Politics at My Vote Counts about their legal course.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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7:37

3 day meeting outcomes from COGTA on the restoration...

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2025/02/18

Minister of VOGTA Velenkosini Hlabisa talks to POWER Breakfast host Thabiso Tema after the conclusion of a theee day conference aimed at restoring the dignity and the recognition of the Khoisan people. At the heart of the convention was the need to foster unity in advancing the interests of the Khoi and San communities, through a united single voice that represents diverse views. The convention was premised on the principles of human dignity, equality, and social justice. See omnystudio.com/listener

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9:05

Power Kidz - Amirah Lediga

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2025/02/18

This morning uncle TT is in conversation with Amirah Lediga who has a fiery mom but is just as funny and smart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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