Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Prof Matebese, Political Analyst, about how Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the 2026 Budget Speech earlier yesterday. This budget is particularly significant as it is the second full budget under the 7th Administration’s Government of National Unity (GNU), and it signals a shift from "austerity" toward growth and stability.

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Prof Matebese, Political Analyst, about how Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the 2026 Budget Speech earlier yesterday. This budget is particularly significant as it is the second full budget under the 7th Administration&rsquo;s Government of National Unity (GNU), and it signals a shift from "austerity" toward growth and stability.

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.

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&rsquo;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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Budget Speech Reactions: Is the Government of National Unity (GNU), behind this economic shift?

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Unathi Lutshaba – Executive Director for SACO, about how South Africa’s Cultural, Creative and Sports Industries (CCI&S) have proven to be a significant driver of economic growth, contributing an estimated R271.2 billion to the country’s GDP in 2023, or roughly 3.9% of total economic output, according to the latest research from the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO).

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Unathi Lutshaba &ndash; Executive Director for SACO, about how South Africa&rsquo;s Cultural, Creative and Sports Industries (CCI&amp;S) have proven to be a significant driver of economic growth, contributing an estimated R271.2 billion to the country&rsquo;s GDP in 2023, or roughly 3.9% of total economic output, according to the latest research from the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO).

South Africa’s Cultural, Creative and Sports Industries Contribute R271 Billion to National Economy

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Chrispin Phiri – DIRCO Spokesperson, about how at least two South African men have died in Russia after being recruited to fight in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, South Africa’s International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola confirmed on Thursday

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Chrispin Phiri &ndash; DIRCO Spokesperson, about how at least two South African men have died in Russia after being recruited to fight in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, South Africa&rsquo;s International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola confirmed on Thursday

Two South Africans Confirmed Dead in RussiaUkraine War, Government Says

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Xola Nqola – Member of the Ad Hoc Committee, and David Skhosana, about how, while appearing before a parliamentary committee on police corruption, O’Sullivan walked out of the hearing midway through, claiming he had a flight to catch.

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Xola Nqola &ndash; Member of the Ad Hoc Committee, and David Skhosana, about how, while appearing before a parliamentary committee on police corruption, O&rsquo;Sullivan walked out of the hearing midway through, claiming he had a flight to catch.

Budget Speech Reactions: Is the Government of National Unity (GNU), behind this economic shift?

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