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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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10:29

DA Federal Executive suspends Renaldo Gouws

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2024/06/21

The DA has suspended its MP, Renaldo Gouws, after an old video clip of him resurfaced in which he can be heard saying: "Kill all the k****rs". The party has confirmed that he has been suspended, pending an internal investigation. "The DA has established that the video, in which Renaldo Gouws uses execrable language, is in fact genuine and not a fake as initially suspected. The DA federal executive has therefore suspended Mr Gouws with immediate effect while he faces disciplinary charges before the

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6:43

MK Party suffers setback in KZN by-elections

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2024/06/21

The uMkhonto weSizwe Party, which in the May 29 general elections got the lion’s share of the KwaZulu-Natal vote, suffered a setback after securing only one ward out of the twelve contested during the province’s Wednesday by-elections. Experts were widely expecting the MK Party to use the by-elections to consolidate its dominance in KZN but the by-elections proved to be a reversal of fortunes for former president Jacob Zuma’s MK Party. Thabiso Tema speaks to Elections Analyst, Wayne Sussman.See

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13:02

Investigations into allegations of cheating at the...

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2024/06/21

The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) has received several tip-offs from concerned participants and spectators who have reported several instances of suspected cheating within the duration of the race. Additionally, the CMA has continued to receive information from athletes and clubs regarding the submission of fraudulent qualifying information. Thabiso Tema speaks to Comrades Marathon Association Chairperson, Mqondisi Ngcobo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:53

National Arts Festival 2024

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2024/06/21

ESTABLISHED, new and emerging artists and a network of producers, writers, creators and fans are headed to Makhanda for the 50th National Arts Festival (NAF). Taking place from June 20 to 30, the festival features about 300 works over the 10 days, ranging from live theatre productions to talks, workshops, visual art exhibitions, master classes and music concerts, among other things. Thabiso Tema speaks to National Arts Festival CEO, Monica Newton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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13:23

UDM deputy president safe after being kidnapped on...

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2024/06/20

The United Democratic Movement (UDM) says its deputy president, Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, was kidnapped on Tuesday while travelling to Cape Town International Airport. He was meant to travel to Gauteng for the presidential inauguration on Wednesday. According to UDM leader Bantu Holomisa, a ransom of R10 000 was demanded for his safe return. Thabiso Tema speaks to Head of Kidnapping, Hostage Survival & Extortion Consulting and Training at TSU International Services, Herman Bosman.See

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8:25

Investors cautiously optimistic South Africa's new...

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2024/06/20

Investors are optimistic South Africa's new unity government can deliver stable economic policies to revive growth but are cautious about how the new coalition's main partners can reconcile stark ideological differences. The African National Congress (ANC) - which has governed since a vote in 1994 that marked the end of apartheid - has struck a deal with the white-led, pro-business Democratic Alliance (DA) and smaller parties after failing to win a parliamentary majority in national elections last

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8:29

ConCourt dismisses Home Affairs appeal on ZEP

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2024/06/20

The Department of Home Affairs has lost its legal battle over Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEPs). The Helen Suzman Foundation and the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa (CoRMSA) previously took the Minister of Home Affairs Aaron Motsoaledi to court over his termination of the ZEP under the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, 2000 (PAJA). The challenge was based on the grounds that the Minister’s decision was unlawful and unconstitutional and would impact over 175,000

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14:25

In conversation with the National Assembly Speaker,...

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2024/06/20

Newly elected National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza is set to navigate a very fragile national legislature in this seventh democratic Parliament. But those who have worked with her say she is equal to the task. She was elected National Assembly Speaker on Friday night. Thoko Didiza was born in Durban in 1965. She joined Parliament in 1994 at the age of 29. She’s held various Ministerial positions including Public Works, and Agriculture and Land Reform. Thabiso Tema speaks to National Assembly

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10:15

FIRST SITTING OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY TO BE HELD ON...

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2024/06/13

The Gauteng Legislature has confirmed it will hold its first sitting on Friday to usher in the seventh provincial administration. The province is among three others that were left hung after the African National Congress (ANC) lost its electoral majority. Gauteng Judge President Dunstan Mlambo is set to preside over the swearing-in of legislature members. The ANC in Gauteng recorded a significant decline in its electoral support, dropping from 50% in 2019 to 36% following the 2024 general elections

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7:51

ANC retains control over the Free State and the North...

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2024/06/13

The Free State remains under ANC governance for the next five years with the party winning 52.88% of the vote in the province at the elections. In the North West the ANC remains number one, with a new party, MK Party, rising to fourth place, displacing existing parties such as ActionSA and Forum 4 Service Delivery. Thabiso Tema speaks to Political Analyst Andre Duvenhage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:29

Health Department confirms Mpox outbreak

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2024/06/13

South Africa has recorded its second mpox death after a 38-year-old male patient was admitted at a local hospital in KZN. The MPOX confirmed cases rise to 6. Thabiso Tema Speak to Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Sibongiseni Dlhomo and Professor of Medical Research leading global disease surveillance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:06

Looking into GNU, Coalition talks and State of SA...

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2024/06/12

While the ANC has touted a Government of National Unity (GNU) as the best optionfor South Africa—arguing that it has done this before in 1994—experts say that things are very different this time around, and more work will need to be done to make this type of government a success. Thabiso Tema speaks to Political commentator and Broadcaster, Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:08

CENTRIST BENNY GANTZ IS QUITTING ISRAEL'S WAR...

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2024/06/12

Benny Gantz, a centrist member of Israel’s three-man war Cabinet, announced his resignation Sunday, accusing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of mismanaging the war effort and putting his own “political survival” over the country’s security needs. The move does not immediately pose a threat to Netanyahu, who still controls a majority coalition in parliament. But the Israeli leader becomes more heavily reliant on far-right allies who oppose the latest U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal and want to

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5:28

MALAWI VICE PRESIDENT DR. SAULOS CHILIMA KILLED IN...

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2024/06/12

Malawi's Vice President Dr. Saulos Chilima and 9 other people were killed when the plane they were travelling in crashed in the Chikangawa mountain range, the government said Tuesday. President Lazarus Chakwera declared Tuesday a national day of mourning. It later became unclear whether Chilima's wife Mary had also been on the plane when it crashed, as initially stated by the government. Thabiso Tema speaks to Malawian based journalist, Andy Viano. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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12:14

MK PARTY FILES URGENT CONCOURT APPLICATION TO HALT...

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2024/06/12

Former president Jacob Zuma’s MK party has filed an urgent application at the Constitutional Court for an order setting aside the 2024 national and provincial elections, and interdicting Chief Justice Raymond Zondo and secretary of parliament Mluleki George from convening the first sitting of parliament on Friday, at which the speaker and president will be Elected. Thabiso Tema speaks to Claude Leon Foundation Chair in constitutional governance in the department of public law at the University of

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40:44

Men’s Mental wellness awareness: Focus on the boy child

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2024/06/11

Mental health is an important aspect of our overall well-being, yet for far too long, men have been socialised to suffer in silence. From societal expectations to traditional gender roles, these beliefs have created a space where men are often discouraged from expressing emotions, seeking help, or acknowledging vulnerability. The impact of society’ expectations has placed a heavy burden on men, leading them to reach breaking point. Depression and suicide rates among men are the highest. Experts

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8:09

Public Protector Gcaleka to probe handling &...

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2024/06/11

Public Protector Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka said that they had received numerous complaints of delays by maintenance officers to obtain and serve summons, finalise investigations, and a lack of a proper report-keeping system, among other issues. The Public Protector said it was the state's responsibility to promote and protect the well-being of every child, as provided for in the Constitution. She added that both parents, whether in a relationship or not, must make the necessary financial

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11:50

Transitional Arrangements and State of Readiness to...

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2024/06/11

The Public Service Commission (PSC) congratulates the Independent Electoral Commission and all South Africans for the swift conclusion of the election process. Whilst the outcome of the elections makes way for ushering in the 7th Administration, the PSC believes that the delivery of quality services, good governance, clean administration that lead to a just society and inclusive development should remain a key focal area for the 7th administration for the benefit of all South Africans. Thabiso Tema

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8:38

FRANCE'S MACRON DISSOLVES NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, CALLS...

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2024/06/11

President Emmanuel Macron has dissolved the lower house of parliament and announced fresh legislative elections after his party's poor performance in the EU vote. His party was defeated by the far-right National Rally. According to the first exit polls, the National Rally won around 32%, more than double Macron's pro-EU coalition, which received 15% of the vote. The first round of France's parliamentary election will be held on June 30 and a second round is scheduled for July 7. Thabiso Tema speaks

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8:13

SENZO MEYIWA TRAIL UPDATE: SIM CARD SWAP UNDER SCRUTINY

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2024/06/11

A sim swap done on Senzo Meyiwa’s phone number hours after his death again took centre stage in court last week. Vodacom official, Pinky Vythingam, revealed where and when it was done. The revelations first emerged during the testimony of a cell phone data analyst last year. Vythilingam revealed that that the process of a sim swap involves either going to a shop where you can purchase a SIM card and call customer service or go to a Vodacom shop. Thabiso Tema speaks to Legal Analyst, Nthabiseng

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