The advent of the internet has brought about certain changes in news production and debate, online and offline.

Looking at the South African context, in this conversation, we explore the theory of agenda-setting in a newsroom and what these dynamics tell us and point to what is changing within the South African journalism.

The advent of the internet has brought about certain changes in news production and debate, online and offline.
Looking at the South African context, in this conversation, we explore the theory of agenda-setting in a newsroom and what these dynamics tell us and point to what is changing within the South African journalism.

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

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News agenda setting and media gatekeeping in South Africa

China’s military leadership is in turmoil after its most senior general – a close ally of Xi Jinping – was placed under investigation for “suspected serious violations of discipline and law”. Zhang Youxia is the joint vice-chairperson of the Central Military Commission (CMC), the ruling body of China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA). Second only to Xi in the military command structure, Zhang has long been seen as the Chinese president’s closest military ally. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with International Relations Expert, Dr Kingsley Makhubela.  

China&rsquo;s military leadership is in turmoil after its most senior general &ndash; a close ally of Xi Jinping &ndash; was placed under investigation for &ldquo;suspected serious violations of discipline and law&rdquo;. Zhang Youxia is the joint vice-chairperson of the Central Military Commission (CMC), the ruling body of China&rsquo;s People&rsquo;s Liberation Army (PLA). Second only to Xi in the military command structure, Zhang has long been seen as the Chinese president&rsquo;s closest military ally. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with International Relations Expert, Dr Kingsley Makhubela.&nbsp;&nbsp;

China’s top general under investigation for alleged violations amid corruption crackdown

Shamila Batohi served as the National Director of Public Prosecutions in South Africa from February 2019 until January 2026. Her term was historic because she was the first woman to hold this position. She brought to the role decades of prosecutorial experience at home and international experience as a senior legal adviser at the International Criminal Court.  Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Senior Researcher at the Dullah Omar Institute, University of the Western Cape, Dr Jean Redpath. 

Shamila Batohi served as the National Director of Public Prosecutions in South Africa from February 2019 until January 2026. Her term was historic because she was the first woman to hold this position. She brought to the role decades of prosecutorial experience at home and international experience as a senior legal adviser at the International Criminal Court.&nbsp; Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Senior Researcher at the Dullah Omar Institute, University of the Western Cape, Dr Jean Redpath.&nbsp;

Inside the NPA: Reflecting on Shamila Batohi’s Seven-Year Journey 

According to Oxfam International’s “Resisting the Rule of the Rich: Protecting Freedom from Billionaire Power” report this week, a billionaire boom has coincided with the rise of the richest exerting political influence, with billionaires 4,000 times more likely to hold office than less wealthy people globally.  Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Oxfam Interim Executive Director, Pooven Moodley. 

According to Oxfam International&rsquo;s &ldquo;Resisting the Rule of the Rich: Protecting Freedom from Billionaire Power&rdquo; report this week, a billionaire boom has coincided with the rise of the richest exerting political influence, with billionaires 4,000 times more likely to hold office than less wealthy people globally.&nbsp; Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Oxfam Interim Executive Director, Pooven Moodley.&nbsp;

The power divide: Oxfam warns that billionaires are 4,000 times more likely than ordinary citizens to hold public office, threatening democratic systems. 

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