Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa
The Political Desk
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The Political desk: Madlanga Commission & Phala Phala
Bongani Bingwa speaks to constitutional law expert Pierre de Vos about the explosive allegations emerging from the Madlanga Commission, including alleged police links to criminal syndicates, possible extra-judicial killings and suspicious payments involving senior KZN officer Lieutenant Colonel Dee…
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The Political Desk: Mapisa-Nqakula's corruption trial
Bongani Bingwa speaks to Eyewitness News reporter Kgomotso Modise about the latest political developments, including former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula's corruption trial, the State's allegations of coded language used to conceal alleged bribe payments, the courtroom drama sur…
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The Political Desk: New PIC Board appointed
Bongani Bingwa speaks with Stephen Grootes, host of The Money Show and columnist, for this week's Political Desk. They unpack the week's biggest political developments, including Cabinet's appointment of a new board for the embattled Public Investment Corporation (PIC), Finance Minister Enoch Godo…
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The Political Desk: Four cases dominating the headlines
Bongani Bingwa speaks with Elton Hart, legal expert from the University of Johannesburg, to reflect on a dramatic week in South Africa's courts and commissions, with some of the country's most powerful and controversial figures taking centre stage. From former National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Ma…
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The Political Desk: Legal battles and accountability at the Madlanga Commission
Bongani Bingwa speaks to EWN reporter Kgomotso Modise about the latest developments at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, unpacking Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's withdrawn plea deal, legal challenges from witnesses, delayed testimony and what the proceedings mean for accountability and South Africa's j…
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The Political Desk: Corruption charges shake Ekurhuleni
Clement Manyathela, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with EWN reporter Alpha Ramushwana, for this week's Political Desk to unpack the biggest political stories making headlines. The discussion covers the court appearance of former Ekurhuleni City Manager Imogen Mashazi and other senior munic…
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The Political Desk: Cabinet reshuffles, Gupta links and DA divisions
Bongani Bingwa speaks to Sam Mkokeli, journalist and political commentator, about an eventful week in South African politics, with developments that could have significant implications for the country's political landscape. From former President Jacob Zuma's controversial visit to India and report…
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The Political Desk: SCOPA continues fight for accountability in government
Bongani Bingwa speaks to Alan Beesley, ActionSA MP and Standing Committee on Public Accounts (SCOPA) member, about Parliament’s latest scrutiny of the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA). 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg-based talk radio station. Bongan…
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The Political Desk: ActionSA on its immigration stance ahead of planned 30 June protests
Bongani Bingwa speaks with ActionSA leader, Herman Mashaba, on the party's stance on immigration, as South Africa braces for 30 June demonstrations. The party has insisted that its position is rooted in the rule of law but critics say the message is becoming increasingly volatile. 702 Breakfast wi…
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The Political Desk: Ramaphosa impeachment dispute shifts from Parliament to the courts
Bongani Bingwa is in conversation with Vuyo Zungula, ATM Parliamentary Leader, about the party’s decision to oppose President Cyril Ramaphosa’s bid to block Parliament from continuing with the impeachment inquiry, while a separate court case is still pending. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is b…
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