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.
UJ Prize Shortlist Revealed
The University of Johannesburg has unveiled the shortlist for its prestigious UJ Prize for South African Writing. Celebrating excellence across genres, the prize recognises outstanding books published in 2024. In the Debut Prize category: Khumisho Moguerane’s Morafe, Siphokazi Jonas’s Weeping Becomes a River, and Anna Stroud’s Who Looks Inside. For…
Trump Snubs Joburg G20 Summit, Sends VP JD Vance Instead
In a move raising diplomatic eyebrows, US President Donald Trump confirmed he will skip the G20 Summit in Johannesburg this November. At a White House press conference, Trump said Vice President JD Vance would lead the delegation. That wasn’t the only headline he also announced a controversial executive order to…
Six Killed in Jerusalem Shooting, City’s Deadliest Attack in 2 Years
Jerusalem was left reeling after two Palestinian gunmen opened fire at a crowded bus stop, killing six and injuring several more in what Israeli officials are calling the city’s deadliest attack in years. The attackers, identified as young men from villages in the West Bank, were shot dead on site…
Eastern Cape’s Child Pregnancy Crisis: 85 Girls Aged 10–14 Have Given Birth Since April
An alarming surge in child pregnancies has rocked the Eastern Cape, with 117 children aged just 10 to 14 giving birth in public hospitals between April and July. The stats paint a grim picture, over 4,700 births by teens aged 15 to 19 in the same period. Authorities are now…
Boko Haram Massacre: Over 50 Killed in Nigerian Village Attack
A horrific assault in Nigeria’s Borno State has left at least 55 people dead, some reports say as many as 70 after fighters believed to be from Boko Haram stormed the village of Darul Jama. Many of the victims had only recently returned after years of displacement. Homes were torched…
De Lille Heads to Court, But First Hosts G20 Ministers in Mpumalanga
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille is gearing up for a major court battle with the SA Tourism board, but before that, she’ll be welcoming the world to Mpumalanga. On 12 September, De Lille hosts the G20 Tourism Ministers’ Meeting, where global tourism leaders will finalise a bold action plan for…
Gauteng Municipalities Under Fire: Parliament Demands Accountability
After a sweeping oversight mission across Gauteng and North West, a joint parliamentary delegation has delivered a stern message to failing municipalities, clean up your act or face the consequences. From poor service delivery to mismanagement, the visit uncovered a web of issues crippling local governance. Phemelo speaks to Dr…
Profile Feature: Nelson Makamo
Renowned artist Nelson Makamo joins Phemelo in studio for an intimate profile feature. Known globally for his vibrant portraits that capture the pulse of African urban life, Makamo’s work draws deeply on the innocence and resilience of children, especially those in rural South Africa. From humble beginnings at the Artist…
What to Watch: Caught Stealing, The Toxic Avenger
This week on What to Watch Leroy Marc reviews Caught Stealing on the big screen, the wild and quirky Toxic Avenger, and a magical stage revival of The Frog Prince at the Joburg Theatre (running until 21 September 2025). Whether you’re into action, satire, or fairytales, Leroy’s got your weekend…
SASSA Assures Grants Will Be Paid
Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe has moved to allay fears in Parliament, saying social grants will not be disrupted when SASSA’s contract with Postbank ends on 30 September. MPs voiced concerns about oversight and possible panic among the three million beneficiaries who use Postbank. But SASSA insists the bank remains…
Legal Matters with Nthabiseng Dubazana
This week on Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana unpacks three complex but pressing issues with a focus on pension fund law and divorce and the gaps in the current legal framework around spousal consent in property transactions, particularly in unregistered customary marriages
Free State Road Repairs Led by Elderly Women
In Free State’s Metsi-Matsho village, frustrated residents, led by older women are filling potholes and digging trenches to fix roads neglected for decades. With taxis, buses, and even ambulances avoiding the area, the community has taken matters into their own hands while awaiting municipal action. POV spoke to journalist Tladi…
Gauteng Hostel Renovations Progress
The Gauteng Human Settlements Department says it’s satisfied with progress on hostel renovations worth half a billion rand in Johannesburg. MEC Tasneem Motara says the three-year project aims to transform hostels into family units, with some residents already living in refurbished spaces. POV spoke to MEC Tasneem Motara
FIRE AT MAKAUSE INFORMAL SETTLEMENT LEAVES MANY HOMELESS
A devastating fire at the Makause informal settlement in Germiston has left 50 shacks destroyed and dozens homeless. Community leaders are calling for urgent aid, as authorities confirm a suspect has been arrested. POV speaks to General Moyo, resident and community leader.
121 SAPS DOCKETS DESTINATION UNKNOWN
121 dockets. Explosive allegations. A Judicial Commission of Inquiry looms over the SAPS as questions swirl around the Political Killings Task Team. Police Minister, Professor Firoz Cachalia, warns against premature moves before the Commission’s probe. POV speaks to Professor Alex van den Heever on the implications for accountability and public…
Book Feature: Canary by Dr Onke Mazibuko
Maks Ntaka uncovers deep corruption at Arms-Tech Industries and risks everything to expose it. In this gripping whistleblower thriller, loyalty, betrayal, and danger collide as Maks navigates a system determined to silence him. POV speaks to the author Mazibuko
IMPACT ON POV : NOT IN MY NAME
Not In My Name is a South African civil rights and social justice organization founded in 2017 to fight gender-based violence and advocate for vulnerable communities. The group has joined parents outside Prinshof School for the Blind in Pretoria, demanding accountability after the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old learner…
Hopewell Chin’ono on journalism and safety
Speaking at the M20 Summit, Hopewell Chin’ono reflected on the dangers of reporting in Zimbabwe. Now living in Johannesburg under a SA “retirement visa,” he shared experiences of police raids, threats, and the challenges young journalists face when reporting sensitive stories. He speaks to POV
Experts declare Israel’s actions in Gaza as genocide
The International Association of Genocide Scholars (IAGS) has declared that Israel’s conduct in Gaza meets the UN definition of genocide, citing widespread attacks on civilians, destruction of infrastructure, forced displacement, and the killing and injury of tens of thousands, including children. Prof Timothy Williams discusses the findings and the global…
Open Secrets investigates SA’s inequality
In the first episode of Who Owns South Africa, Michael Marchant explores the structural divide between the powerful corporate “top” and the struggling “bottom.” The investigation, The System: Money, Power and Politics, examines how concentrated wealth and corporate dominance continue to shape South Africa’s economy and democracy. POV speaks to…