PRASA is planning to restore; limited service; on four of its primary long-distance routes next year, aiming to revitalize a rail network that has been largely dormant. However, this comeback faces significant mechanical hurdles. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Lucky Zondi, national sector coordinator for passenger rail.

PRASA is planning to restore; limited service; on four of its primary long-distance routes next year, aiming to revitalize a rail network that has been largely dormant. However, this comeback faces significant mechanical hurdles. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Lucky Zondi, national sector coordinator for passenger rail.

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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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