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

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…

Two South Africans Confirmed Dead in RussiaUkraine War, Government Says

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 …

Forensic Investigator Paul O’Sullivan Faces Backlash After Abruptly Leaving Parliamentary Inquiry.

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.

Your Baby’s Identity Can Be Stolen Before They Can Walk: How “Sharenting” and Digital Exposure Fuel Child Identity Theft

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Mike Bolhuis – Independent Crime & Security Analyst, about how child identity theft occurs when a minor’s personal information — such as their full name, date of birth, or identity number — is used by criminals to commit financial or legal fraud.

Class action lawsuit against four major banks

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Emerald Van Zyl – Financial Investigator, about how the R60 billion class action lawsuit against South Africa’s major banks has finally reached a critical turning point after more than eight years of legal preparation.

Poor maintenance holding back service delivery

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to National Planning Commissioner Sue Bannister about how the National Planning Commissioner has issued a sharp call to action, warning that South Africa’s economic growth and service delivery are being stifled by a "reactive" culture of infrastructure neg…

Class action lawsuit against banks: A fight for justice in home repossession cases

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Nkululeko Xhelithole – Lungelo Lethu Human Rights Foundation, about how hundreds of homeowners are taking four major banks to court after their houses were taken away and sold for much less than they were actually worth.

SASSA welcomes arrest of four suspects, including two officials and a former official, in R4.9 million fraud case in Gauteng

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Paseka Letsatsi, SASSA National Spokesperson, about how four individuals, including two current SASSA officials and one former employee, were arrested on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, for their alleged involvement in a R4.9 million fraud scheme.

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

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…

Department of Basic Education repetition of grades by learners cost billions

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Dr Nompumelelo Nyathi-Mohohlwane, lead researcher at the Department of Basic Education, about how the Department of Basic Education (DBE) has expressed significant concern over the high cost of grade repetition, which currently consumes roughly 8% of it…