Chairperson of the Joint Standing Committee on Defence, Malusi Gigaba, has delivered a candid assessment of the state of South Africa’s defence capability, warning that persistent underfunding threatens not only the country’s ability to defend its borders but also its international credibility and economic growth potential.  TT speaks to the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Defence, Dakota Legoete and Defence Expert, Darren Olivier. 

Chairperson of the Joint Standing Committee on Defence, Malusi Gigaba, has delivered a candid assessment of the state of South Africa&rsquo;s defence capability, warning that persistent underfunding threatens not only the country&rsquo;s ability to defend its borders but also its international credibility and economic growth potential.&nbsp; TT speaks to the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Defence, Dakota Legoete and Defence Expert, Darren Olivier.&nbsp;

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.

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State of the South African National Defence Force

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The Pan Africanist Congress&nbsp;traces its roots to the visionary leadership of Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe, born in 1924 into a working-class family. A gifted academic, lawyer, and compelling orator, Sobukwe championed a bold vision of a &ldquo;nonracial&rdquo; South Africa, challenging prevailing ideologies of his time. His intellectual legacy continues to shape political thought, with voices like Jaki Seroke&nbsp;carrying forward his mission, while Benjamin Pogrund&nbsp;preserves his story through the acclaimed biography&nbsp;Robert Sobukwe: How Can Man Die Better.

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Mary Phadi, a dynamic South African businesswoman and politician, has carved a powerful path from humble beginnings to national influence. As founder of Basadi Logistics and former TASA president, she has championed transformation in the transport sector while advocating for women&rsquo;s empowerment. Her journey reflects resilience, leadership, and a commitment to driving meaningful change across business and politics.

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Don Dada, born Menelik Nesta Gibbons, is a Zimbabwean-born, South Africa-based artist whose music powerfully blends reggae and hip-hop to promote African unity, social justice, and cultural pride. Known for his conscious sound and thought-provoking lyrics, he has earned global recognition through impactful collaborations, activism, and a commitment to using music as a tool for change across the continent and beyond.

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