Voting was under way in Namibia in what could be the most competitive election since independence from white-ruled South Africa 34 years ago. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is seeking to become the country's first female president. Lerato Mbele was in conversation with former Director of The Namibian Economic Policy Research Unit & Senior Advisor at the Nordic Africa Institute - Professor Henning Melber and Journalist at The Windhoek Observer – Ester Mbathera. 

Voting was under way in Namibia in what could be the most competitive election since independence from white-ruled South Africa 34 years ago. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is seeking to become the country's first female president. Lerato Mbele was in conversation with former Director of The Namibian Economic Policy Research Unit &amp; Senior Advisor at the Nordic Africa Institute - Professor Henning Melber and Journalist at The Windhoek Observer – Ester Mbathera.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show 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. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show 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. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

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Namibia’s Fiercely Contested Elections

The Tshwane Economic Development Agency is a municipal entity that seeks to cultivate an environment within which the City of Tshwane (CoT) can grow its human capital and the economy to position the CoT as a globally competitive Capital City. The city is a favoured location for multinational companies investing in South Africa. It has been the destination of choice for a majority of investments in these sectors. Lerato Mbele spoke to the chief executive officer of the agency, Dr. Lardo Stander.

The Tshwane Economic Development Agency is a municipal entity that seeks to cultivate an environment within which the City of Tshwane (CoT) can grow its human capital and the economy to position the CoT as a globally competitive Capital City. The city is a favoured location for multinational companies investing in South Africa. It has been the destination of choice for a majority of investments in these sectors. Lerato Mbele spoke to the chief executive officer of the agency, Dr. Lardo Stander.

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For the past 17 years, Malcolm Cavie and his team have been actively engaged in buying and selling vehicles and properties, navigating the challenges posed by geographic constraints. Through this experience, they encountered the common issues of undisclosed defects and misrepresentations from sellers, which often left buyers at risk. Recognizing a significant gap in the market, Malcolm Cavie, a professional with qualifications in quality standards and inspections, launched View4You to address these concerns.

For the past 17 years, Malcolm Cavie and his team have been actively engaged in buying and selling vehicles and properties, navigating the challenges posed by geographic constraints. Through this experience, they encountered the common issues of undisclosed defects and misrepresentations from sellers, which often left buyers at risk. Recognizing a significant gap in the market, Malcolm Cavie, a professional with qualifications in quality standards and inspections, launched View4You to address these concerns.

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In today’s Masterclass, we delve into The Science Behind Creating Hit Shows, featuring industry trailblazers The Ramaphakela Siblings—Rethabile "Retty" Ramaphakela, Katlego Ramaphakela, and Tshepo Ramaphakela, the dynamic founders of Burnt Onion Productions. Joined by Tebogo Matlwawa, Head of Scripted Content at Multichoice Group and ShowMax, this masterclass dives deep into the creative process, strategies, and innovations that shape some of South Africa's most successful television productions. Whether you're a budding screenwriter, producer, or simply passionate about TV, gain invaluable insights from the experts behind the hit shows that have captured the nation’s imagination. Lerato Mbele spoke to the Ramaphakela siblings and Tebogo Matlawa, Head of Scripted Content: Middle & Mass: South Africa Multichoice Group // ShowMax. 

In today’s Masterclass, we delve into The Science Behind Creating Hit Shows, featuring industry trailblazers The Ramaphakela Siblings—Rethabile "Retty" Ramaphakela, Katlego Ramaphakela, and Tshepo Ramaphakela, the dynamic founders of Burnt Onion Productions. Joined by Tebogo Matlwawa, Head of Scripted Content at Multichoice Group and ShowMax, this masterclass dives deep into the creative process, strategies, and innovations that shape some of South Africa's most successful television productions. Whether you're a budding screenwriter, producer, or simply passionate about TV, gain invaluable insights from the experts behind the hit shows that have captured the nation’s imagination. Lerato Mbele spoke to the Ramaphakela siblings and Tebogo Matlawa, Head of Scripted Content: Middle &amp; Mass: South Africa Multichoice Group // ShowMax.

Namibia’s Fiercely Contested Elections

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