POWER Perspective
POWER Perspective
POWER Perspective is a talkback show hosted by Tessa Dooms. It typically features no-holds-barred discussions ranging from politics and socioeconomic matters to religion and lifestyle topics. POWER Perspective brings you hard-hitting interviews and debates featuring all the big names in politics. This show has a dedicated fanbase of “Perspectivians” and is a must-listen to, to understand what is h…Social links:
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Urgent court application launched to prevent Madlanga Commission witness from testifying
An urgent High Court application has been launched at the eleventh hour to prevent Tuesday’s witness from testifying at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. Witness F, a member of Gauteng Organised Crime, was meant to begin with his testimony on Tuesday morning but his attorney, Hartley Ngoato, brou…
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NEWSMAKER:South Africa’s Gambling Crisis: Urgent Call for Action
South Africa faces a gambling crisis, with citizens losing trillions yearly. Vulnerable groups are hardest hit, prompting urgent calls for stricter regulation and protective measures.
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Danville Secondary in Crisis: Parents Step In as Gauteng Education Failures Persist
Gauteng’s Danville Secondary faces overcrowding, staff shortages, and poor infrastructure. Parents supply desks as pupils rely on mobile toilets and one water tap, despite broken departmental promises.
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COMMUNITY: Water Outage In Joburg North Suburbs
Midrand is one of several suburbs in Johannesburg’s northernmost administrative area that have been without water for almost six days. The area frequently experiences long water outages. Artico says Rand Water, the City’s bulk water supplier, has been making “excuses” and has not communicated clear…
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Advocate Mothibi to start NDPP duties despite legal battle
Outgoing Special Investigating Unit (SIU) head Advocate Andy Mothibi will be served with court papers challenging his appointment as the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP).
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February 2, 1990: The Day South Africa Began Its Journey to Freedom
On Feb 2, 1990, F.W. de Klerk announced the unbanning of political parties and Mandela’s release, starting South Africa’s journey from apartheid to democracy.
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TECH: SA Considers imposing tariffs of up to 50% on vehicles imported from China and India
Tessa Dooms is in conversation with Mudiwa Gavaza, tech expert.
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NEWSMAKER: ICASA Moves to End Unfair Data Expiry -
We spoke to the Economic Freedom Fighters following ICASA’s move to end unfair data expiry practices. The EFF has welcomed the ruling on data rollover, describing it as a major victory for consumers and the result of sustained pressure against exploitative data policies. EFF Youth Command Coordinat…
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US witnessed many ICE-related deaths in 2026
Reports of deaths linked to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations have sparked renewed debate around immigration enforcement, accountability, and human rights in 2026. Concerns have been raised by civil society groups over detention conditions, use of force, and oversight mechan…
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NUMSA representatives testify before SCOPA about labour relations at the Road Accident Fund
Representatives of the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) have appeared before Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA), raising serious concerns about labour relations at the Road Accident Fund. NUMSA alleges that its members were subjected to a “reign of terr…
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