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POLITICAL DESK: South Africa: A New Era of Oversight - Dr. Jan Venter Political Philosopher and senior lecturer at North-West University Protchefstroom campus

In a historic shift for South African democracy, the Portfolio Committee on the Presidency was established on March 6, 2026. This ends a three-decade gap in which the nation’s highest office operated without a dedicated parliamentary watchdog. Following its formation, Parliament has officially elec…

Court Battle Over IVF Mix-Up as Ballito Couple Seeks DNA Test on Eight-Year-Old Boy

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Karabo Ozah – Director of the Centre for Child Law, about how a complex legal battle is unfolding in the Durban High Court after a Ballito couple applied for a court order compelling an Indian woman to allow a DNA test on her eight-year-old son, amid cl…

What we know on the tenth day of the US and Israel’s war with Iran

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Dr Na’eem Jeenah – Researcher at the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection, about how Israel’s military campaign against Iran has transitioned into a new phase, with recent operations specifically targeting the country’s critical energy infrastr…

Widespread fraud in SA’s school admissions system – up to 40% fake addresses.

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Ashleigh Laurent – Legal Counsel at TPN, about how data from TPN Credit Bureau reveals that address fraud is a significant challenge facing South African public schools. In one surveyed school, 40% of applications contained false or misleading address i…

International Women’s Day - Women Leading Healthcare in Mining Communities: Upcoming Interview with MSF Nurse for International Women’s Day

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Grace Nzombe – Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Nurse Team Leader at the MSF Gwanda Project, about how, as the world marked International Women’s Day yesterday, the contributions of women on the frontlines of healthcare and humanitarian work continue to ga…

Police seize drugs worth R2.8 million at O.R. Tambo Airport

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Brigadier Athlenda Mathe – National Spokesperson for the South African Police Service (SAPS), about how police at O.R. Tambo International Airport intercepted illicit drugs with an estimated street value of R2.8 million during two separate operations at…

@ThabisoTema is in conversation with musical artist,Sibusiso Shama Malope.

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Sibusiso Shama Malope about his music journey. Growing up in a musical household shaped by a strict religious upbringing, Shama first found his stage in the church. Through his involvement in the youth choir, his musical talent was discovered, sparking …

DA–ANC billboard controversy in Gauteng including its political messaging, public reactions, and implications ahead of the elections

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Dr Levy Ndou – Political Analyst, about how the political atmosphere in Tshwane has turned volatile following the DA’s unveiling of a billboard in Pretoria that reads, “ANC showers in hotels.”

Medical Certificate Controversy at Madlanga Commission Sparks Debate on Patient Confidentiality and Sick Note Standards

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Mr Mpho Mbodi – Head of Division: Professional Practice at the HPCSA, about how the controversy surrounding a medical certificate submitted to the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has drawn public attention to the standards governing sick notes, patient c…