In a major step toward curbing the spread of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen announced that South Africa is set to receive a record-breaking delivery of one million vaccine dosesthis Saturday. Supplied by BioGenesis Bago, this shipment represents the largest single import of FMD vaccines in the country's history. Thabiso Tema spoke to Angus Williamson Vice Chairman of the Red Meat Producers’ Organisation (RPO).

 

In a major step toward curbing the spread of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen announced that South Africa is set to receive a record-breaking delivery of one million vaccine dosesthis Saturday. Supplied by BioGenesis Bago, this shipment represents the largest single import of FMD vaccines in the country's history. Thabiso Tema spoke to Angus Williamson Vice Chairman of the Red Meat Producers&rsquo; Organisation (RPO).
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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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The recent foot-and-mouth disease developments, including the accelerated vaccine

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 neglect. Speaking from a local government perspective, Bannister emphasized that the next four years will be a critical litmus test for the state's ability to move beyond high-level planning and into "execution excellence."

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&rsquo;s economic growth and service delivery are being stifled by a "reactive" culture of infrastructure neglect. Speaking from a local government perspective, Bannister emphasized that the next four years will be a critical litmus test for the state's ability to move beyond high-level planning and into "execution excellence."

Poor maintenance holding back service delivery

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.

Thabiso Tema, POWER BREAKFAST host, speaks to Nkululeko Xhelithole &ndash; 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.

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

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.

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.

The recent foot-and-mouth disease developments, including the accelerated vaccine

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