As South Africa braces for the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement, questions arise about fiscal discipline, social spending, and economic recovery. EFF Senior Researcher Dr. Gumani Tshimomola shares insights on what to expect from government’s fiscal outlook, priorities for the working class, and how the budget can address inequality while stimulating inclusive growth.

As South Africa braces for the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement, questions arise about fiscal discipline, social spending, and economic recovery. EFF Senior Researcher Dr. Gumani Tshimomola shares insights on what to expect from government&rsquo;s fiscal outlook, priorities for the working class, and how the budget can address inequality while stimulating inclusive growth.

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 happening politically in today's South Africa.

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 &ldquo;Perspectivians&rdquo; and is a must-listen to, to understand what is happening politically in today's South Africa.

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Medium Term Budget Speech Expectations

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Durban hairstylist Snenhlanhla Mthembu is recovering in ICU after a brutal incident of domestic violence, with the suspect now arrested. As the case unfolds, gender-based violence activists are drawing attention to the deep-rooted systemic challenges that continue to fail survivors, including stigma, gaps in justice and limited access to support. We speak to Mish Swanepoel, social media and marketing representative for South African Women Fight Back, on the realities faced by survivors, the role of community support and what must change when the law falls short.

Durban hairstylist Snenhlanhla Mthembu is recovering in ICU after a brutal incident of domestic violence, with the suspect now arrested. As the case unfolds, gender-based violence activists are drawing attention to the deep-rooted systemic challenges that continue to fail survivors, including stigma, gaps in justice and limited access to support. We speak to Mish Swanepoel, social media and marketing representative for South African Women Fight Back, on the realities faced by survivors, the role of community support and what must change when the law falls short.

Durban Hairstylist Recovers as GBV Activists Highlight Systemic Challenges

As the 2026 academic year kicks off, South Africa’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges are once again under the spotlight. Expected to produce work-ready graduates in an economy driven by rapid technological change, these institutions face mounting pressure to adapt, innovate and deliver relevant skills. We speak to Professor Mbulungeni Madiba, Professor and Dean of Education at Stellenbosch University, on the current state, challenges and future of TVET colleges in South Africa.

As the 2026 academic year kicks off, South Africa&rsquo;s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges are once again under the spotlight. Expected to produce work-ready graduates in an economy driven by rapid technological change, these institutions face mounting pressure to adapt, innovate and deliver relevant skills. We speak to Professor Mbulungeni Madiba, Professor and Dean of Education at Stellenbosch University, on the current state, challenges and future of TVET colleges in South Africa.

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