South Africa’s joint naval drills with China and Russia have reignited significant debate at home and abroad, particularly against the backdrop of strained relations with the United States and growing global geopolitical tensions. The exercises, held off South Africa’s southern coastline near Simon’s Town and False Bay, are officially described by the South African government and defence authorities as routine military cooperation aimed at improving maritime security, search-and-rescue capabilities, and interoperability between participating navies. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Defence Analyst, Rciardo Texeira and International Relations Expert, Dr Kingsley Makhubela. 

<p>South Africa&rsquo;s joint naval drills with China and Russia have reignited significant debate at home and abroad, particularly against the backdrop of strained relations with the United States and growing global geopolitical tensions. The exercises, held off South Africa&rsquo;s southern coastline near Simon&rsquo;s Town and False Bay, are officially described by the South African government and defence authorities as routine military cooperation aimed at improving maritime security, search-and-rescue capabilities, and interoperability between participating navies. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Defence Analyst, Rciardo Texeira and International Relations Expert, Dr Kingsley Makhubela.&nbsp;</p>

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.

<p>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.</p>