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.

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At POWER 98.7 we invite you to join the conversation on every platform. Browse this selection of podcasts. Now we're talking.

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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.