Denzil is in conversation with Political expert, Mlungisi Phakathi. President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that further research is being done on making the abuse of political power a criminal offence.

Denzil is in conversation with Political expert, Mlungisi Phakathi. President Cyril Ramaphosa stated that further research is being done on making the abuse of political power a criminal offence.

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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Recommendation to make abuse of power a criminal offence

Former Statistician-General Dr. Pali Lehohla warns that South Africa risks becoming a “vulture nation” due to poor planning and lack of foresight. Inadequate scenario-based governance, he argues, has left the country vulnerable to crises that could have been anticipated and mitigated through strategic planning and institutionalised foresight.

Former Statistician-General Dr. Pali Lehohla warns that South Africa risks becoming a &ldquo;vulture nation&rdquo; due to poor planning and lack of foresight. Inadequate scenario-based governance, he argues, has left the country vulnerable to crises that could have been anticipated and mitigated through strategic planning and institutionalised foresight.

The Importance of Scenario Planning

WhatsApp faces a U.S. lawsuit from international users, including South Africans, over alleged breaches of message privacy. Plaintiffs claim the app’s promise of end-to-end encryption is false, allowing Meta to store and access chats. Meta denies the claims, calling the case “frivolous.” Adv. Collen Weapond of South Africa’s Information Regulator explains the POPIA implications for users.

WhatsApp faces a U.S. lawsuit from international users, including South Africans, over alleged breaches of message privacy. Plaintiffs claim the app&rsquo;s promise of end-to-end encryption is false, allowing Meta to store and access chats. Meta denies the claims, calling the case &ldquo;frivolous.&rdquo; Adv. Collen Weapond of South Africa&rsquo;s Information Regulator explains the POPIA implications for users.

TECH FEATURE: WhatsApp Sued Over Alleged Breach of Message Privacy

The ANC faces scrutiny after Joburg ballot papers were found, as the party launches a “war room” to address local government failures ahead of the 2026 elections. Governance expert Prof. Sam Koma and political analysts weigh in on the controversy and its potential impact on the party’s strategy and public trust.

The ANC faces scrutiny after Joburg ballot papers were found, as the party launches a &ldquo;war room&rdquo; to address local government failures ahead of the 2026 elections. Governance expert Prof. Sam Koma and political analysts weigh in on the controversy and its potential impact on the party&rsquo;s strategy and public trust.

Recommendation to make abuse of power a criminal offence

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