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The Talking Point

Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.

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Continue the national dialogue

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/15

We continue getting the thoughts of the various people who are in attendance at the National Dialogue. What are the various people bringing to the table and how do we navigate comments about why we need to have a conversation as a nation? Let’s speak now to… Guest: Yolokazi Mfuto – Political Analyst Guest:Prof Dirk Kotze – Political analyst

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44:43

Municipal Watch: Nkomazi Local Municipality

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/14

The Nkomazi Local Municipality is back in the news this time as workers are complaining about receiving half salaries. In June they took to the streets in protest as they say that they were told that the municipality is under severe financial constraint. Some of the other issues that have been raised by residents are to do with water and the state of roads. To talk about some of these issues and also what has been done so far to deal with the challenges, we are joined by… Guest: Mbuso Male -

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43:02

State of the Military in South Africa

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/14

Our next guest is the Deputy Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, General Bantu Holomisa. He joins us in studio talk about the state of our military and some of the reports that are in the media. This year also marks his first since he was appointed as deputy minister. Problems within the SANDF came to light when 14 of our soldiers were killed while on a peace mission in the DRC. All sorts of speculations were made about budgetary constraints. Deputy Minister now joins me in studio…

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40:12

Citizens Corner: Death Penalty

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/13

For our Citizens Corner this morning, we talk about public calls being made for the death penalty to return in South Africa. Why is the call for the return of the death penalty question relevant now? Also as a country and the sort of past we come from, how should we approach the question of the death penalty? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined by… Guest (Telephone): Martin van Staden - Member of the Rule of Law Board of Advisors and the Executive Committee of the Free Market

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28:13

Hormonal Health

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/13

Hormones play a central role in a woman’s health, shaping physical development, reproductive capacity, emotional balance and long-term well-being. From a young girl’s first period to pregnancy and transition into menopause, hormonal changes shape every major stage in a woman’s life. Yet for many South African women, these transitions are often misunderstood, and too rarely discussed. Our next guest provides her expert insight into the major hormonal changes and moments that women

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6:25

G20 series with Lerato Tsebe

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/13

We continue our series on the G20 with Lerato Tsebe, looking at how South Africa uses this opportunity of being at the helm for 2025. Guest: Lerato Tsebe - Independent African Researcher

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30:19

Africa's next move: Shifting agency on a changing...

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/12

Our next guest is an economist and governance expert. He is one of the continent’s most respected voices on climate change, development, and international relations. With decades of experience at the United Nations and the African Union, he has been at the forefront of conversations about how Africa can not only adapt to global shifts — but actively shape them. In his recent article, ‘The international order is shifting: African countries have an opportunity to reshape global power

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39:33

Personal Finance with Bryan Hirsch

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/12

This morning, Bryan deals with this important question: How Often Should You Review Your Financial Plan? He joins us in the studio now… Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited

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33:16

Women’s Day and Mental Health

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/11

Over the weekend, the nation celebrated the 69th commendation of 1956 Women's March. The day saw many political parties celebrating women around the country, reflecting the sacrifices of women in society and sharing messages to advance gender equality. Many leaders reflected on the challenges faced by women like safety, women's access to economic opportunities, labour exploitation and other inequalities. However, there was very little mention of mental health of women and access to services

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42:04

SA Attitudes towards the National Dialogue

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/11

As you’ve heard throughout the weekend that seven legacy foundations pulled out of the National Dialogue with just less than five days to go. The Presidency on the other had is adamant the all will go as planned. Ever since the dialogue was announced, there has been a lot of scepticism around it especially the price tag and also criticism that it will not bring any meaningful change to the problems we are facing in the country. Looking at the latest developments, what have they done to the

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11:49

OB: Women in the Built Environment Seminar

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/08

The Council for the Built Environment is today hosting the Women in the Built Environment series of events as part of commemorating women’s month. They say that the intention for such engagements is to look at the role of the various built environment professions and women in those professions as it relates to infrastructure development. To give us an overall understanding as to why such initiatives are important in the advancement of women, we are joined by… Guest (OB Studio): Sihle

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OB: Women in the built environment and the challenges

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/08

We turn our attention now to the women who are in the built environment to talk about the challenges they are facing and how they can overcome them. We wrap up by talking about the sustainability of such initiatives and how the government and stakeholders can keep it running for as long as possible. We are joined by… Guest: Thembakazi Moya - Executive Head of the Council for the Built Environment

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OB: Women in the Built Environment, mentorship and...

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/08

Our next guest speaks to us on their lived experience in the Built Environment, shares her insights on business development in this sector over the years, and the importance of mentorship of a new generation of female professionals who want to be part of this industry. Guest: Snowy Makhudu - Council for Built Environment Council Member - A qualified climatologist and environmentalist

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30:14

Friday Wind Down with Viwe Mkwizana

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/08

Our next guest hails from the Eastern Cape. He is launching his highly anticipated third studio album, Black Child. The album is rooted in the soul of South African jazz and imbued with urgent calls for reflection and healing. The album features some of South Africa's finest jazz musicians: Sisonke Xonti, Marcus Wyatt, Nhlanhla Mahlangu, Bokani Dyer, Sphelelo Mazibuko, Tlale Makhene, Spha Mdlalose, and Thandi Ntuli. To tell us more about his creative journey and his upcoming launch, we are joined

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37:00

Municipal Watch: Municipal Employee Pension Fund

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/07

Earlier this week, we received a call from a listener who raised an issue on the administration of the Municipal Employee Pension Fund. Many listeners have since reached out to raise the similiar issues. They are raising different issues they believe work against them since this company called Akani Asset Management took over their pension funds. Let's take a listen to what he had to say… Guest: Mathawe Matsapola - Marketing Manager at the Akani Retirement Fund Administrators

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18:31

Launch of Digital News Transformation Fund

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/07

The newly established Digital News Transformation Fund has appointed its inaugural Board to steer R114 million in support for South Africa’s small-to-medium independent newsrooms. This new initiative is set to last three years and is designed to strengthen the digital sustainability of independent publishers. Our next guests speak to the importance of these interventions at a time where media newsrooms are losing funding. We are joined by… Guest:- Anetta Mangxaba - Board co-chair of the

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16:18

Localisation Support Fund warning against impact of...

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/06

The Localisation Support Fund with the support of the Retail-Clothing, Textile, Footwear and Leather Masterplan has revealed that more than 34-thousand local jobs could be displaced due to e-commerce platforms. They says that if Temu and Shein continue to grow their market share in our country, then our local industry will be severely affected resulting in the job losses. To tell us more on this and also explain what the Localisation Support Fund is, we are joined by… Guest: Irshaad Kathrada

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Citizens Corner: Understanding the...

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/06

For our Citizens Corner this morning we get to understand and breakdown the Mineral Resources Development Bill, known as the Mining Bill. It is currently open for public comment in an effort to transform the sector. As much as we are discussing the Bill, we are also using the opportunity to speak to communities that are affected by disasters that occure in mining areas. One recent example is the Jaggersfontein dam disaster. This year marks 3 years in September when the tailings dam at the

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8:44

G20 Series with Lerato Tsebe

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/06

We continue our series on the G20 with Lerato Tsebe, looking at how South Africa uses this opportunity of being at the helm for 2025.

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The politics of LGBTQ+ data: Who gets counted and who...

The Talking Point ·

2025/08/05

The Human Sciences Research Council in partnership with The Other Foundation yesterday (Tuesday) hosted a webinar looking at the risks, gaps, and transformative potential of collecting data on LGBTQI+ lives in South Africa. They say that the dialogue forms part of a broader project aimed at advancing research into public attitudes toward LGBTQI+ community in the country. To talk about why the need for such a dialogue and research, we are joined by…. Guest: Dr Annsilla Nyar Ndlovu - Chief

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