President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing intensifying scrutiny over allegations that he and Major General Wally Rhoode, the former head of the Presidential Protection Unit (PPU), breached the Criminal Procedure Act. The controversy centers on their failure to report a significant theft at the Presidents. Phala Phala farms to local law enforcement, bypassing standard legal protocols required for such incidents. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Qhawe Sosibo Legal Expert.

President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing intensifying scrutiny over allegations that he and Major General Wally Rhoode, the former head of the Presidential Protection Unit (PPU), breached the Criminal Procedure Act. The controversy centers on their failure to report a significant theft at the Presidents. Phala Phala farms to local law enforcement, bypassing standard legal protocols required for such incidents. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Qhawe Sosibo Legal Expert.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day&rsquo;s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

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Chains of Command - Why Rhoode and Ramaphosa Face Fresh Scrutiny

The collapse of public trust in Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) in South Africa is no longer just a boardroom debate; it has become a central point of friction in the national psyche. Research suggests a perfect storm; of economic stagnation, perceived elite capture, and a shift in focus toward meritocracy has led many South Africans—across racial lines—to view the policy as a hindrance rather than a help. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Dr Anthea Jeffrey Head of Policy Research at the South African Institute of Race Relations (IRR) and Stan Itshegetseng - NEC Member, Progressive Professionals Forum (PPF).

The collapse of public trust in Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) in South Africa is no longer just a boardroom debate; it has become a central point of friction in the national psyche. Research suggests a perfect storm; of economic stagnation, perceived elite capture, and a shift in focus toward meritocracy has led many South Africans&mdash;across racial lines&mdash;to view the policy as a hindrance rather than a help. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Dr Anthea Jeffrey Head of Policy Research at the South African Institute of Race Relations (IRR) and Stan Itshegetseng - NEC Member, Progressive Professionals Forum (PPF).

Series Title: Public Trust Collapse: Why South Africans Are Losing Faith in BEE

The Whistleblower House (TWBH) has officially welcomed the publication of the Protected Disclosures Bill of 2026, hailing it as a pivotal advancement in the mission to fortify legal safeguards for whistleblowers across South Africa. By providing a more robust legal foundation, the Bill represents a necessary evolution in the country’s approach to transparency and accountability. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Ben Theron, CEO of The Whistleblower House (TWBH)

The Whistleblower House (TWBH) has officially welcomed the publication of the Protected Disclosures Bill of 2026, hailing it as a pivotal advancement in the mission to fortify legal safeguards for whistleblowers across South Africa. By providing a more robust legal foundation, the Bill represents a necessary evolution in the country&rsquo;s approach to transparency and accountability. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Ben Theron, CEO of The Whistleblower House (TWBH)

New whistleblowing bill marks progress, but survival gap remains

The lifestyle audit process targeting members of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Cabinet is steadily progressing, with recent findings highlighting potential discrepancies in financial disclosures. To date, 24 officials within the Presidency have been flagged for further investigation due to suspicions of undeclared income or the concealment of assets. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Stephen Sadie, CEO of the Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa(CGISA)

The lifestyle audit process targeting members of President Cyril Ramaphosa&rsquo;s Cabinet is steadily progressing, with recent findings highlighting potential discrepancies in financial disclosures. To date, 24 officials within the Presidency have been flagged for further investigation due to suspicions of undeclared income or the concealment of assets. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Stephen Sadie, CEO of the Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa(CGISA)

Chains of Command - Why Rhoode and Ramaphosa Face Fresh Scrutiny

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