Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Sibongile Simelane-Quintana, Executive Director of the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF), about whether responsible gambling is achievable, as the SARGF calls for tighter advertising regulations to protect young people amid the industry’s rapid growth.

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Sibongile Simelane-Quintana, Executive Director of the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF), about whether responsible gambling is achievable, as the SARGF calls for tighter advertising regulations to protect young people amid the industry&rsquo;s rapid growth.

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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Is Responsible gambling achievable? - SARGF urges for tighter gambling ad regulations to protect the youth amid industry boom

The stage is set for a high-stakes State of the Nation Address (SONA) 2026, a year where the political landscape has shifted from a single-party dominant system to the complex, often friction-filled reality of the Government of National Unity (GNU). As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to take the podium at the Cape Town City Hall, he does so under the shadow of his own 2025 "Grand Promise"—a commitment to turn the GNU from a fragile political experiment into a "delivery machine" for jobs, energy security, and radical infrastructure growth. Thabiso Tema spoke to Sinawo Thambo – EFF National Spokesperson and Abel Tau – MK Party Gauteng Spokesperson.

The stage is set for a high-stakes State of the Nation Address (SONA) 2026, a year where the political landscape has shifted from a single-party dominant system to the complex, often friction-filled reality of the Government of National Unity (GNU). As President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to take the podium at the Cape Town City Hall, he does so under the shadow of his own 2025 "Grand Promise"&mdash;a commitment to turn the GNU from a fragile political experiment into a "delivery machine" for jobs, energy security, and radical infrastructure growth. Thabiso Tema spoke to Sinawo Thambo &ndash; EFF National Spokesperson and Abel Tau &ndash; MK Party Gauteng Spokesperson.

The Shadow of SONA 2025: "The Promise Made"

Vodacom Business, Affordable Connectivity & Digital Transformation for Education South Africa’s education sector is rapidly moving toward a more digital future but for many schools, universities, and learners, the cost of data remains one of the biggest barriers to accessing online learning. With more teaching, homework, assessments, administration, and student support services taking place online, reliable and affordable data has become a critical part of the learning experience. Recognising this challenge, Vodacom Business has stepped in as a key partner in driving digital transformation across basic and higher education. Thabiso Tema spoke to Mncedisi Mayekiso Managing Executive: Direct Sales for Vodacom Business and Samantha Pillay Acting Executive Head for Vodacom Business.

Vodacom Business, Affordable Connectivity &amp; Digital Transformation for Education South Africa&rsquo;s education sector is rapidly moving toward a more digital future but for many schools, universities, and learners, the cost of data remains one of the biggest barriers to accessing online learning. With more teaching, homework, assessments, administration, and student support services taking place online, reliable and affordable data has become a critical part of the learning experience. Recognising this challenge, Vodacom Business has stepped in as a key partner in driving digital transformation across basic and higher education. Thabiso Tema spoke to Mncedisi Mayekiso Managing Executive: Direct Sales for Vodacom Business and Samantha Pillay Acting Executive Head for Vodacom Business.

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The relationship between the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and South African universities reveals a systemic "triangular" tension between the funder (NSFAS), the institutions, and the students. Thabiso Tema spoke to Waseem Carrim NSFAS Acting CEO.

The relationship between the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and South African universities reveals a systemic "triangular" tension between the funder (NSFAS), the institutions, and the students. Thabiso Tema spoke to Waseem Carrim NSFAS Acting CEO.

Is Responsible gambling achievable? - SARGF urges for tighter gambling ad regulations to protect the youth amid industry boom

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