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.
United They Stand: What the Good-Bosa-Rise Mzansi Merger Means for 2026
In a bold move ahead of the 2026 local elections, political parties Rise Mzansi, Build One South Africa and The Good Party have joined forces under a new banner: Unite for Change. With the ANC’s vote share slipping and coalition politics becoming the new norm, this merger could shake up…
Xolani Khumalo for Mayor? Herman Mashaba’s Ekurhuleni Power Play
ActionSA is gunning for the heart of Ekurhuleni, and crime-fighting activist Xolani Khumalo is leading the charge. Party leader Herman Mashaba made the dramatic announcement in Tembisa, where he called out corruption and poor service delivery while unveiling Khumalo as a community-rooted candidate ready to clean up the metro. Could…
TALKING LEGAL MATTERS
Guest: Legal Expert Nthabiseng Dubazana
Who Really Owns Private Healthcare in SA? A Deep Dive into Profits, Power & Inequality
South Africa’s two-tier health system is under the microscope again – and in the latest instalment of Who Owns South Africa, Open Secrets peels back the curtain on private medical aids and hospital groups. From lucrative investments to monopolised care, this investigation exposes who’s cashing in on our country’s sick…
Flotilla Intercepted, SA Reacts – And Questions Swirl Around Ambassador’s Mthethwa’s Death
A humanitarian flotilla carrying aid to Gaza - and global voices like Greta Thunberg and Susan Sarandon was intercepted by Israeli forces 75 miles off the coast, sparking diplomatic concern. The flotilla defied warnings as it attempted to break the Gaza blockade, drawing widespread attention to the worsening humanitarian crisis…
Malema Faces Prison Over Gun Charges – Vows to Fight On
EFF leader Julius Malema is facing a possible 15-year prison sentence after being convicted on multiple firearm-related charges, but he’s not going down without a fight. Malema says he’ll appeal the East London Magistrate’s Court ruling, which found him guilty on five counts, including unlawful possession of a firearm and…
Book Feature: Journey Kwantu By Vusumzi Ngxande
Is it possible to be both a Christian and honour your Ancestors? That’s just one of the burning questions Vusumzi Ngxande tackles in his thought-provoking new book Journey Kwantu: Exploring African Spirituality and Identity. Based on personal experiences and deep historical research, the book explores the often uneasy intersection between…
Tembisa Hospital Scandal: R2 Billion Siphoned as Babita Deokaran's Heroism Honoured
South Africans are responding with a mix of anger and vindication after the SIU’s interim report exposed the scale of corruption at Tembisa Hospital. The probe sparked by slain whistleblower Babita Deokaran, revealed R2 billion lost to dodgy tenders and procurement fraud. With 116 disciplinary actions and several criminal cases…
Trump and Netanyahu Agree on Gaza Deal, But Will Hamas Play Ball?
In a bold diplomatic move, former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have thrown their weight behind a new ceasefire proposal for Gaza - but there’s a catch, Hamas hasn't signed on. Speaking at the White House, Trump declared they were “beyond very close” to ending…
President Ramaphosa Pays Tribute to Nathi Mthethwa After Tragic Death
South Africa is reeling after the sudden death of its ambassador to France, Nathi Mthethwa, who was found dead in Paris shortly after being reported missing. The 58-year-old former Cabinet Minister had only taken up the post in December 2023. President Cyril Ramaphosa has described Mthethwa’s death as a "tragic…
Impact on POV: SA Fires Up a World Record Braai Attempt
Thousands of South Africans gathered at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria to celebrate Heritage Day and witness the country's attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest braai. The event brought together 2,500 braai enthusiasts who simultaneously grilled half a ton of meat across 420 custom-built braai stands…
Impact on POV: Southern African Freelancers' Association (SAFREA)
With formal jobs hard to come by, freelancing has become a lifeline for many South Africans and a lifestyle choice for others who crave flexibility and independence. The Southern African Freelancers' Association (SAFREA) is stepping up to support this growing community, offering mentoring, networking, and advocacy including a recent submission…
Power at Last: 218 De Wagendrift Homes Electrified After 21 Years
After more than two decades in the dark, 218 households in De Wagendrift Informal Settlement finally have electricity, a momentous milestone for a community established after farm evictions in 2004. Thanks to a long-awaited project between Eskom, the Department of Energy and Electricity, and the City of Tshwane, the electrification…
“Occupy the Factories!” – WASP and Youth Movement Respond to Job Cuts
As waves of retrenchments hit South African industries, the Workers and Socialist Party (WASP) and its youth wing, the Socialist Youth Movement, are urging workers to take radical action by occupying factories and mines facing shutdowns. Calling it a “jobs bloodbath”, the organisations say what we’re seeing isn’t just economic…
1.SIU Exposes R2-Billion Web of Corruption at Tembisa Hospital
A bombshell interim report by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has laid bare the jaw-dropping scale of corruption at Tembisa Hospital, with over R2-billion looted through three major syndicates embedded in the system. SIU head Advocate Andy Mothibi revealed how public funds were siphoned off through collusion between hospital officials…
What to Watch: Him, London Calling
Leroy Marc takes us through the week’s cinematic gems, including the hauntingly beautiful “Him,” the electric “London Calling,” and the drama-packed “One Battle After Another” and much more.
Profile Feature: Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh
Academic, podcaster, activist, and father, Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh wears many hats. Phemelo sat down with him for an in-depth conversation on politics, parenting, and how his SMWX platform is shaking up how young South Africans engage with power.
Soweto Pride: Power, Protest & Pride
Now in its 21st year, Soweto Pride is more than a celebration, it’s a political march reclaiming space for Black lesbian identity and justice. Under the theme “Key to Empowerment”, this weekend’s event will centre visibility, healing, and resistance. Activist and filmmaker Dr Bev Ditsie joined the show to reflect…
7 Days or We Walk? PA Draws a Line Over Kunene’s Comeback
The Patriotic Alliance is turning up the heat in Joburg's coalition politics - giving the ANC just seven days to reinstate Kenny Kunene to the City of Johannesburg mayoral committee. This comes after Kunene was cleared of any wrongdoing following an internal investigation into his controversial presence at the Sandton…
Parliament Under Fire at Madlanga Commission
The Madlanga Judicial Commission heard damning testimony from SAPS legal head Petronella van Rooyen, who slammed Parliament for failing to act on explosive allegations made by KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. He had accused high-ranking officials, including Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, of ties to crime syndicates. Van Rooyen says oversight…