South Africa may be captivated by the British royals, but they aren't the only monarchies that merit discussion.

The continent is home to many monarchies as well. Out of all the 54 countries, only 3 countries are ruled by monarchs. Most monarchs have partially or completely lost their political power.

So that begs the question, are monarchs outdated or still relevant?

South Africa may be captivated by the British royals, but they aren't the only monarchies that merit discussion.
The continent is home to many monarchies as well. Out of all the 54 countries, only 3 countries are ruled by monarchs. Most monarchs have partially or completely lost their political power.
So that begs the question, are monarchs outdated or still relevant?

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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