We’re diving into a topic that resonates with so many parents and caregivers, how to truly connect with your teen. Those adolescent years can feel like a maze of mood swings, silence, and sudden independence, leaving many wondering, “Where did my child go?” To help us navigate this journey, we’re joined by the insightful Elaine Matlala, who will be sharing practical advice, real-life experiences, and meaningful strategies to help bridge the gap between parents and their teens.

We&rsquo;re diving into a topic that resonates with so many parents and caregivers, how to truly connect with your teen. Those adolescent years can feel like a maze of mood swings, silence, and sudden independence, leaving many wondering, &ldquo;Where did my child go?&rdquo; To help us navigate this journey, we&rsquo;re joined by the insightful Elaine Matlala, who will be sharing practical advice, real-life experiences, and meaningful strategies to help bridge the gap between parents and their teens.

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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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HOW TO CONNECT WITH  YOUR TEEN

As South Africa continues to grapple with deep social and economic challenges, the call for a National Dialogue has gained renewed urgency. At the center of this process are eight key themes that aim to confront the country’s most pressing issues from inequality and unemployment to social cohesion, governance, and the future of its democracy. We’re joined by Luzuko Bashman to unpack these themes and explore what they mean in practice. Beyond the policy language, this conversation is about understanding how these focus areas speak to the lived realities of South Africans, and whether the National Dialogue can truly become a turning point in rebuilding trust, accountability, and a shared vision for the country’s future.

As South Africa continues to grapple with deep social and economic challenges, the call for a National Dialogue has gained renewed urgency. At the center of this process are eight key themes that aim to confront the country&rsquo;s most pressing issues from inequality and unemployment to social cohesion, governance, and the future of its democracy. We&rsquo;re joined by Luzuko Bashman to unpack these themes and explore what they mean in practice. Beyond the policy language, this conversation is about understanding how these focus areas speak to the lived realities of South Africans, and whether the National Dialogue can truly become a turning point in rebuilding trust, accountability, and a shared vision for the country&rsquo;s future.

NATIONAL DIALOGUE: UNPACKING THE THEMES

We’re diving into an important and timely conversation why technology matters for women in today’s world, and the opportunities and challenges that come with it. From access to education and economic empowerment to issues like the digital gender gap and online safety, there’s a lot to unpack. We’re joined by Sthembiso and looking forward to hearing her perspective as we explore how technology is shaping women’s lives and what still needs to change.

We&rsquo;re diving into an important and timely conversation why technology matters for women in today&rsquo;s world, and the opportunities and challenges that come with it. From access to education and economic empowerment to issues like the digital gender gap and online safety, there&rsquo;s a lot to unpack. We&rsquo;re joined by Sthembiso and looking forward to hearing her perspective as we explore how technology is shaping women&rsquo;s lives and what still needs to change.

TECH ZONE: WHY TECH MATTERS FOR WOMEN TODAY

South Africans are not unfamiliar with corruption. Many cases have been exposed through investigations and inquiries like the Zondo Commission, Madlanga Commission and the Ad Hoc committee. While the public is well aware of how corruption operates within government and institutions real consequences for those involved are often rare. This raises an important question: If South Africa knows how corruption works, why does accountability remain so limited? Institutions such as the National Prosecuting Authority are meant to ensure justice, yet prosecutions and convictions often take years or never happen. This discussion explores the gap between public awareness of corruption and the lack of meaningful consequences.

South Africans are not unfamiliar with corruption. Many cases have been exposed through investigations and inquiries like the Zondo Commission, Madlanga Commission and the Ad Hoc committee. While the public is well aware of how corruption operates within government and institutions real consequences for those involved are often rare. This raises an important question: If South Africa knows how corruption works, why does accountability remain so limited? Institutions such as the National Prosecuting Authority are meant to ensure justice, yet prosecutions and convictions often take years or never happen. This discussion explores the gap between public awareness of corruption and the lack of meaningful consequences.

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