With student debt sitting at R16 billion, proposed credit laws threatened to blacklist young people before they even entered the job market. Activist Sabelo Chalufu explains why new regulations won’t solve the crisis, what’s broken in NSFAS and higher education funding, and what real solutions might look like.

With student debt sitting at R16 billion, proposed credit laws threatened to blacklist young people before they even entered the job market. Activist Sabelo Chalufu explains why new regulations won&rsquo;t solve the crisis, what&rsquo;s broken in NSFAS and higher education funding, and what real solutions might look like.

Step beyond the headlines and into the heart of the conversation with POWER Perspective: Sunday Edition. Hosted by Johan Prins, this in-depth talk show explores the critical issues shaping our world—covering everything from mental health and leadership to geopolitics, science, history, and emerging technology.

Designed for listeners who crave more than just surface-level discussions, POWER Perspective offers a platform for deep analysis, expert insights, and thought-provoking dialogue. Whether unpacking complex social dynamics or exploring cutting-edge advancements, the show provides a space for meaningful engagement that goes beyond the ordinary.

Step beyond the headlines and into the heart of the conversation with POWER Perspective: Sunday Edition. Hosted by Johan Prins, this in-depth talk show explores the critical issues shaping our world&mdash;covering everything from mental health and leadership to geopolitics, science, history, and emerging technology.
Designed for listeners who crave more than just surface-level discussions, POWER Perspective offers a platform for deep analysis, expert insights, and thought-provoking dialogue. Whether unpacking complex social dynamics or exploring cutting-edge advancements, the show provides a space for meaningful engagement that goes beyond the ordinary.

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South Africa’s Student Debt Trap

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal has ruled that Judge President Selby Mbenenge is not guilty of gross misconduct — but the matter is far from settled. In conversation with Johan Prins, Judges Matter’s Mbekezeli Benjamin unpacks the ruling, what remains before the Judicial Service Commission, and what this case means for accountability and public trust in the judiciary.

 

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal has ruled that Judge President Selby Mbenenge is not guilty of gross misconduct &mdash; but the matter is far from settled.&nbsp;In conversation with Johan Prins, Judges Matter&rsquo;s Mbekezeli Benjamin unpacks the ruling, what remains before the Judicial Service Commission, and what this case means for accountability and public trust in the judiciary.
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Not Guilty, but Not Cleared: What the Mbenenge Ruling Really Means

Rising rents continue to push working residents out of Cape Town, raising questions about whether this is a market failure or a political choice. Johan Prins speaks with Faiez Jacobs, Former Member of Parliament, founder of The Transcendence Group, Capetonian, Activist, and Servant of the People about why housing has become an investment asset, how power shapes urban space, and what it would take to make affordability a real priority.

 

Rising rents continue to push working residents out of Cape Town, raising questions about whether this is a market failure or a political choice.&nbsp;Johan Prins speaks with Faiez Jacobs, Former Member of Parliament, founder of The Transcendence Group, Capetonian, Activist, and Servant of the People&nbsp;about why housing has become an investment asset, how power shapes urban space, and what it would take to make affordability a real priority.
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Cape Town’s Rental Crisis: Power, Politics and Who the City Is Really Being Built For

Remarks by Gauteng Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko suggesting that some patients “prefer sleeping on the floor” have sparked outrage amid reports of severe hospital overcrowding. Johan Prins speaks to DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Health Jack Bloom about conditions on the ground, patient dignity, and what the crisis reveals about systemic failures in public healthcare.

Remarks by Gauteng Health MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko suggesting that some patients &ldquo;prefer sleeping on the floor&rdquo; have sparked outrage amid reports of severe hospital overcrowding.&nbsp;Johan Prins speaks to DA Gauteng Shadow MEC for Health Jack Bloom&nbsp;about conditions on the ground, patient dignity, and what the crisis reveals about systemic failures in public healthcare.

South Africa’s Student Debt Trap

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