We’re living in a time where a lot of people are carrying silent battles but what if hope is still a choice? In Stories of Hope, Bonginkosi Mashilo shares powerful, real-life reflections on love, loss, growth, and resilience reminding us that even in our darkest moments, there’s always a way forward. This morning, we’re joined by the author himself to unpack the lessons behind these stories and why choosing hope can change everything.

We&rsquo;re living in a time where a lot of people are carrying silent battles but what if hope is still a choice? In Stories of Hope, Bonginkosi Mashilo shares powerful, real-life reflections on love, loss, growth, and resilience reminding us that even in our darkest moments, there&rsquo;s always a way forward. This morning, we&rsquo;re joined by the author himself to unpack the lessons behind these stories and why choosing hope can change everything.

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After the day’s heavy conversations, POWER Zone tapers down the momentum with long format, reflective and insightful conversations. The show allows for those retiring for the day to take time to reflect on the day’s experiences. Those whose day begins at this time will enjoy the calm pace and amazing insights from the POWER listeners. The discussions, curated by guest hosts, are nuanced and explore a myriad of matters affecting the country, continent and the diaspora with customised themes on Africa, the youth, societal issues and the arts.

After the day&rsquo;s heavy conversations, POWER Zone tapers down the momentum with long format, reflective and insightful conversations. The show allows for those retiring for the day to take time to reflect on the day&rsquo;s experiences. Those whose day begins at this time will enjoy the calm pace and amazing insights from the POWER listeners. The discussions, curated by guest hosts, are nuanced and explore a myriad of matters affecting the country, continent and the diaspora with customised themes on Africa, the youth, societal issues and the arts.

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BOOK REVIEW: STORIES OF HOPE

As South Africa continues to navigate a complex political landscape marked by shifting alliances, governance challenges, and growing public scrutiny, we turn to those who help us make sense of it all. We’re now joined by political analyst Thobani Zikalala to unpack the latest developments shaping the country’s political direction, what they mean for citizens on the ground, and how these dynamics could influence the road ahead.

As South Africa continues to navigate a complex political landscape marked by shifting alliances, governance challenges, and growing public scrutiny, we turn to those who help us make sense of it all. We&rsquo;re now joined by political analyst Thobani Zikalala to unpack the latest developments shaping the country&rsquo;s political direction, what they mean for citizens on the ground, and how these dynamics could influence the road ahead.

POLITICAL ZONE: IS MKP'S BID TO DELAY LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS A THREAT TO DEMOCRACY?

The South African Revenue Service has surpassed the R2 trillion mark in revenue for the first time, with collections reaching just over R2.01 trillion in the 2025/26 financial year, an 8.4% increase year-on-year . Trade union federation Congress of South African Trade Unions has welcomed this as a sign of improved tax compliance and a turning point in rebuilding public institutions, but it also raises deeper questions about fairness, economic pressure, and whether this revenue will translate into better service delivery. To help us unpack this, we’re joined by COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator, Matthew Parks.

The South African Revenue Service has surpassed the R2 trillion mark in revenue for the first time, with collections reaching just over R2.01 trillion in the 2025/26 financial year, an 8.4% increase year-on-year . Trade union federation Congress of South African Trade Unions has welcomed this as a sign of improved tax compliance and a turning point in rebuilding public institutions, but it also raises deeper questions about fairness, economic pressure, and whether this revenue will translate into better service delivery. To help us unpack this, we&rsquo;re joined by COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator, Matthew Parks.

SARS SURPASSES R2 TRILLION IN TAX COLLECTIONS AS COSATU LAUDS PUBLIC SERVICE TURNAROUND

As South Africa marks Freedom Day, we’re reminded of a moment that changed the course of the nation the 1994 South African general election when millions stood in long lines, voting for the very first time, choosing dignity, equality, and a new future. But more than 30 years later, the question still lingers: what does freedom really mean today? This morning, we unpack “Freedom Then vs Freedom Now: Are We Truly Free or Just Living Differently?” looking at the progress we’ve made, the gaps that remain, and what true freedom should look like for South Africans today.

As South Africa marks Freedom Day, we&rsquo;re reminded of a moment that changed the course of the nation the 1994 South African general election when millions stood in long lines, voting for the very first time, choosing dignity, equality, and a new future. But more than 30 years later, the question still lingers: what does freedom really mean today? This morning, we unpack &ldquo;Freedom Then vs Freedom Now: Are We Truly Free or Just Living Differently?&rdquo; looking at the progress we&rsquo;ve made, the gaps that remain, and what true freedom should look like for South Africans today.

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