TT speaks to South African paediatric cardiologist Professor Liesel Zühlke about her groundbreaking work in improving care for children with rheumatic heart disease. Her work has earned her the prestigious UNESCO L’Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science  Award  for 2026.

TT speaks to South African paediatric cardiologist Professor Liesel Z&uuml;hlke about her groundbreaking work in improving care for children with rheumatic heart disease. Her work has earned her the prestigious UNESCO L&rsquo;Oreal-UNESCO For Women in Science &nbsp;Award &nbsp;for 2026.

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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&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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Cardiologist Professor Liesel Zühlke on advancing treatment for children with rheumatic heart disease

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Cardiologist Professor Liesel Zühlke on advancing treatment for children with rheumatic heart disease

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