As South Africa approaches the 2026 local government elections, concerns are mounting over the capacity of municipal councillors to govern effectively amid a deepening literacy and governance crisis. Recent research and government findings have revealed that hundreds of councillors across the country — many entrusted with multimillion-rand budgets — cannot read or write proficiently, raising serious questions about accountability, oversight, and the quality of local democracy.

<p>As South Africa approaches the 2026 local government elections, concerns are mounting over the capacity of municipal councillors to govern effectively amid a deepening literacy and governance crisis. Recent research and government findings have revealed that hundreds of councillors across the country &mdash; many entrusted with multimillion-rand budgets &mdash; cannot read or write proficiently, raising serious questions about accountability, oversight, and the quality of local democracy.</p>

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.

<p>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.</p>