Mining in South Africa has for decades been considered a flywheel of the economy, and it remains a major contributor to the economy today. However, the sector continues to face hurdles and has deteriorated over the years. The current challenge that the sector faces is illegal mining, which has always costed the South African government millions a year. Illegal miners are called "zama zama" ("take a chance" in Zulu) and operate in abandoned mines in the mineral-rich country. 

<p>Mining in South Africa has for decades been considered a flywheel of the economy, and it remains a major contributor to the economy today. However, the sector continues to face hurdles and has deteriorated over the years. The current challenge that the sector faces is illegal mining, which has always costed the South African government millions a year. Illegal miners are called "zama zama" ("take a chance" in Zulu) and operate in abandoned mines in the mineral-rich country. </p>

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.

<p>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.</p>

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