As South Africa approaches the local government elections, political parties are issuing sweeping manifestos filled with high-level promises. Yet, behind the official rhetoric lies a distinct gap: the systematic neglect of South Africa's micro-economies and frontline social safety nets. Colleen Makhubele spoke to Mandla Nkosi – chairperson for Real Reform for ECD, Brian Phaaloh South African Informal Traders Forum and Melithemba Mmnguni – Secretary General for E-hailing Partners Council.

As South Africa approaches the local government elections, political parties are issuing sweeping manifestos filled with high-level promises. Yet, behind the official rhetoric lies a distinct gap: the systematic neglect of South Africa's micro-economies and frontline social safety nets. Colleen Makhubele spoke to Mandla Nkosi &ndash; chairperson for Real Reform for ECD, Brian Phaaloh South African Informal Traders Forum and Melithemba Mmnguni &ndash; Secretary General for E-hailing Partners Council.

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.

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.