Nomsa Manaka is a well-known Soweto-born dancer, choreographer and actress who runs The Nomsa Manaka Dance Studio operating from the Funda Centre in Diepkloof.. Through her annual Dancing Out Of Cancer initiative, a compelling traditional, urban, and African contemporary dance showcase, she celebrates survivors and raising funds for those who are still fighting cancer. Nomsa has beaten cancer twice, and in 2016 was diagnosed with stage four ovarian cancer. 

Nomsa Manaka is a well-known Soweto-born dancer, choreographer and actress who runs The Nomsa Manaka Dance Studio operating from the Funda Centre in Diepkloof.. Through her annual Dancing Out Of Cancer initiative, a compelling traditional, urban, and African contemporary dance showcase, she celebrates survivors and raising funds for those who are still fighting cancer. Nomsa has beaten cancer twice, and in 2016 was diagnosed with stage four ovarian cancer.

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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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Dancing out of Cancer: In conversation with Nomsa Manaka

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)

Lifestyle Audits Crises: 24 Presidency officials flagged

ActionSA has strongly criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa’s failure to disclose the performance agreements signed by his cabinet members. Through a formal written parliamentary inquiry, the party demanded that these documents be made available to the public immediately, arguing that transparency is necessary regardless of whether specific ministers have met their assigned targets. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Athol Trollip ActionSA MP and Lukhona Mnguni, Political Analyst.

ActionSA has strongly criticized President Cyril Ramaphosa&rsquo;s failure to disclose the performance agreements signed by his cabinet members. Through a formal written parliamentary inquiry, the party demanded that these documents be made available to the public immediately, arguing that transparency is necessary regardless of whether specific ministers have met their assigned targets. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Athol Trollip ActionSA MP and Lukhona Mnguni, Political Analyst.

ActionSA calls for cabinet performance agreements to be made public

DA Federal Congress: DA’s Road to 2029

In a significant shift for South African politics, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis was elected leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA) this Sunday. His victory places him at the helm of the nation’s second-largest party during a high-stakes era, as the organisation balances its current role in the Government of National Unity with its ambitions for future dominance. Hill-Lewis secured the position by defeating Gauteng challenger Sibusiso Dyonase, successfully overcoming Dyonase’s late-stage, ambitious campaign. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Solly Msimanga, Democratic Alliance (DA) Federal Chairperson.

DA Federal Congress: DA&rsquo;s Road to 2029
In a significant shift for South African politics, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis was elected leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA) this Sunday. His victory places him at the helm of the nation&rsquo;s second-largest party during a high-stakes era, as the organisation balances its current role in the Government of National Unity with its ambitions for future dominance. Hill-Lewis secured the position by defeating Gauteng challenger Sibusiso Dyonase, successfully overcoming Dyonase&rsquo;s late-stage, ambitious campaign. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Solly Msimanga, Democratic Alliance (DA) Federal Chairperson.

Dancing out of Cancer: In conversation with Nomsa Manaka

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