Point of View with Phemelo Motene
Point of View with Phemelo Motene, delves into the day’s current affairs, touching on real issues and sharing expert advice on the audience questions between 8pm to 10pm Mondays to Thursdays.
Israel – Gaza conflict
Hundreds of Palestinians have been killed in the last 24 hours in Israeli strikes. Over fifteen thousand Palestinians, 70% of them women or under 18s, have now been killed in Israeli bombardments of the Hamas-ruled enclave in eight weeks of warfare. Thousands more are missing and feared to be buried…
Electoral amendment Act Judgement
Independent candidates contesting the 2024 national and provincial elections have failed in their bid to convince the Constitutional Court that the Electoral Amendment Act, signed into law in April, violated their rights. Phemelo speaks to Build One South Africa Leader, Mmusi Maimane and Legal Expert Mpumelelo Zikalala.
Music Feature
1st December marks World Aids Day. Over seven million people continue to live with HIV and AIDS in South Africa. This week we look at Aids Anthems with Musicologist, singer and songwriter, Sheldon Rocha Leal
What to Watch
Leroy Marc is back in studio, with the latest entertainment. This week he reviews, Silent Night, Renaissance: A film by Beyonce and Eileen
Soweto Clinics Manager says she was unaware of chronic medication shortage
Manager of all Clinics in Soweto, Maria Mazibuko speaks to Phemelo about the shortage of some chronic medication at some Soweto clinics. It’s understood clinics including Tladi Provincial, Zola & Tladi TB clinic issues with suppliers. The issue was brought to light by a Soweto resident who spoke to Point…
Talking Legal Matters
As we mark 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, we unpack the domestic violence act and various aspects of criminal law with Legal Expert, Nthabiseng Dubazana.
Some Soweto clinics out of stock for chronic medication
Clinics around Soweto have run out of chronic medication due to issues with suppliers, namely Tladi Provincial, Zola & Tladi TB clinic. We speak to a Soweto Resident whose mother hasn't been able to get her diabetic medication and DA Shadow MEC for Health, Jack Bloom helps us unpack the…
City Power explains load-shedding timetables bungle
City Power CEO, Tshifularo Mashava clarifies the load-shedding timetables bungle and plans by the power utility to cut off electricity to some non-paying government entities.
Kaya Car Torque
Motoring Expert, Pogiso Dibakoane discusses some very helpful road rules and safety tips ahead of the festive season.
Concerns over when Joburg city library will reopen
The Joburg City Library has been closed since May 2021 due to non-compliance with fire safety regulations. In a written council response to the Democratic Alliance (DA), MMC for Community Development Lubabalo Magwentshu said due to budget limitations, it’s going to take at least three financial years to complete the…
11 miners killed in Impala Mine tragedy
Phemelo speaks to the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) President Joseph Mathunjwa after he visited Impala Platinum Mine in Rustenburg where at least 11 miners were killed in a serious safety incident. Mining Expert, David van Wyk gives us analysis on mine safety in South Africa
State of South African Child Report
The State of the South African Child Report provides a comprehensive assessment of the prevailing issues faced by children in South Africa. The report further sheds light on the alarming rates of violence, poverty, inequality, and inadequate access to essential services that continue to hinder the survival, growth, and development…
COJ to petition Supreme Court of Appeal on Brink Judgment
Phemelo speaks to DA Johannesburg Caucus Leader, Belinda Kayser Echeozonjoku after The City of Johannesburg's application to appeal the finding that its City Manager Floyd Brink was hired illegally was denied. City of Johannesburg Mayoral Advisor, Mlimandlela Ndamase confirms that the city will now petition the Supreme Court of Appeal…
Music Feature
Artist and writer, Percy Mabandu discusses Dr John Kani’s acceptance of the honorary Order of the British Empire in recognition of his services to drama. The OBE is a highly esteemed British honour that is granted exclusively by the king to exceptional citizens and non-citizens in various fields, including business,…
Rise Mzansi calls for tax relief for single mothers
Rise Mzansi National Organiser, Makashule Gana is advocating for single mothers to receive tax breaks from government, he speaks to Phemelo about why he’s lobbying for this.
Our churches are being targeted, Primrose CPF
The Primrose Community Policing Forum has warned community members to be very vigilant when attending church services due to a rise in criminals targeting places of worship in the province. Phemelo speaks to the Chairperson of the Primrose CPF Executive Committee, Tracy Enslin.
Rape, murder of women & children decrease in GP
Gauteng has seen a decrease in rape cases between June and September, which have dropped by more than 160 compared to the same period last year. Gauteng police commissioner Lt-Gen Elias Mawela presented the crime statistics for the second quarter of the 2023/2024 financial year before the Gauteng legislature. Phemelo…
Talking Legal Matters
Legal Expert, Nthabiseng Dubazana continues to unpack what the law says about unfair dismissals
DA conducts oversight inspections to police stations in Ekurhuleni
Phemelo speaks to DA Gauteng Leader, Solly Msimanga after the party conducted an oversight inspection at various police stations in Ekurhuleni.
Parliament recommends Hlophe, Motata be removed
Parliament’s justice committee has resolved to recommend to the National Assembly that it impeaches retired Gauteng judge, Nkola Motata, and Western Cape High Court Judge president, John Hlophe. Only the Economic Freedom Fighters has objected, arguing the decision is heartless and not in the public interest. It will be the…