We spoke to Tshepo Mantjé, Advocate for Early Childhood Development, on the alarming findings of the 2024 Thrive by Five Index. Only 42% of four-year-olds in early learning programmes are on track, and stunting affects up to 18% of those not enrolled. Inequality, poor quality education, and weak intersectoral support remain key barriers. Mantjé calls for urgent action, funding, and accountability to ensure no child is left behind.

<p>We spoke to Tshepo Mantj&eacute;, Advocate for Early Childhood Development, on the alarming findings of the 2024 Thrive by Five Index. Only 42% of four-year-olds in early learning programmes are on track, and stunting affects up to 18% of those not enrolled. Inequality, poor quality education, and weak intersectoral support remain key barriers. Mantj&eacute; calls for urgent action, funding, and accountability to ensure no child is left behind.</p>

POWER Perspective is a talkback that 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 happening politically in today's South Africa.

<p>POWER Perspective is a talkback that 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 &ldquo;Perspectivians&rdquo; and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.</p>