Point of View with Phemelo Motene
Point of View with Phemelo Motene, delves into the day’s current affairs, touching on real issues and sharing expert advice on the audience questions between 8pm to 10pm Mondays to Thursdays.
Update on Tembisa protests
Several municipal vehicles were torched during violent protests in Tembisa on Monday, with sporadic instances of looting being reported. During the protest, the Ekurhuleni Municipality Customer Care Centre was set alight, as well as some pay points. For more updates, we speak to Cllr Letlhogonolo Moseki Ekurhuleni MMC of Community…
COPE members call for Lekota to step down
Members of the Congress of the People (COPE) Constituency Congress Committees in Gauteng have called for the party’s president, Mosiuoa Lekota, to step down. This was resolved in a July meeting addressing challenges of growth, rebuilding and renewal in the party.
‘I Am’ movement of 7,000 health workers demands systemic changes from Phaahla an
The Progressive Health Forum has raised concerns the disciplinary processes against whistleblower Dr Tim De Maayer has not been stopped. De Maayer was suspended last month after penning an open letter exposing the poor working conditions at the Rahima Moosa Hospital. He was later reinstated. The health department says disciplinary…
New Movement creates a WhatsApp platform for mother to share their stories
Let-down Line, which is a dedicated WhatsApp line mothers can use to share their anonymous breastfeeding stories/confessions, in a language of their choice. It’s intended to elevate the voices of breastfeeding moms during World Breastfeeding Week (which takes place annually between 1 – 7 August).
DNA backlog in South Africa – how will we be able to solve cases?
Police Minister Bheki Cele said forensic laboratories are working around the clock to identify whether any of the 82 people arrested in connection with the Krugersdorp attack were among the group that raped eight women. This raises questions around the DNA backlog that exists, and if that affects this case…
Three dead as angry Tembisa residents protest against expensive electricity bill
Three people were shot dead during a protest by angry Tembisa residents who took to the streets over “expensive” rates and high electricity bills. Scores of residents shut down the east rand township, blockading roads and burning tyres. We are joined by Nyakallo Teffo, Kaya959 Reporter, Chunko Mogotsi, Tembisa Protest…
ANC gears up for it’s 6th Policy Conference
The ANC policy conference is likely not to achieve anything unless the party focuses on the real issues, which adversely impact on it. To discuss what to expect we speak to TK Pooe, Governance Expert, WITS School of Governance.
Napo Masheane presents The Incredible Lineup For Herstory International Theatre
Multi-award winning Playwright Napo Masheane presents the hit line-up for the first local curated theatre festival, Herstory International Theatre Festival. This is a one of a kind theatre festival with incredible international acts from the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Brazil, Nigeria, Botswana, Lesotho, Senegal, Jamaica, Zimbabwe, Mozambique,…
Numsa’s R39-million congress in peril, as court interdict stands
The labour court has refused a bid for leave to appeal an order interdicting the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) congress. We speak to legal experts and representatives for more.
Profile: Victor Masondo
Victor Sibusiso Masondo was born and raised in Durban, and because of the nurturing influence of a musical family, knew at an early age that he wanted a career in music. His late father, Daniel, was a minister and a guitarist, while his two elder brothers played bass guitar and…
NUMSA tensions heighten as Western Cape Regions walk out of congress
NUMSA announced on Wednesday morning that it would appeal the Labour Court's interdict on its congress and push ahead with the event. NUMSA's Western Cape secretary Vuyo Lufele and his region staged a walk-out from the congress, stating that its commencement was in contempt of court.
Why people find it difficult to make things work after infidelity?
Relationships can certainly heal from infidelity, but this will depend on the love that remains, the honesty with which the breakages are explored, understood, and owned, and the capacity of each to reconnect in light of the betrayal. End the affair properly.
Steve Biko Hospital internationally recognised for its stroke management
Steve Biko Hospital has become the first health facility in South Africa to receive the World Stroke Organization Angels Diamond Award for excellence in related care. We speak to workers form the hospital to discuss this achievement.
SAHRC investigates the right to food and malnutrition
The SAHRC on Wednesday said they had received complaints in the province, coupled with various media reports pertaining to the deaths of children due to Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) caused by hunger. We speak to representatives from the SAHRC to get more information.
Unpaid ANC staff threaten court action
We speak to ANC representatives to discuss the ongoing issue around unpaid salaries that are owed to some workers.
Responding to Ramaphosa's 10-point power crisis plan (Pt. 2)
We speak to energy experts to respond to Cyril Ramaphosa's ten-point power plan to guide the country out of the energy crisis that has lead to loadshedding.
Responding to Ramaphosa's 10-point power crisis plan
We speak to energy experts and homeowners to respond to Cyril Ramaphosa's ten-point power plan to guide the country out of the energy crisis that has lead to loadshedding.
Siboniso Duma claims victory at ANC KZN’s elective conference at the weekend
We get an overview of all that took place at the ANC'S KZN elective conference; Ramaphosa’s presence in KZN; Siboniso Duma's message on being elected, and lots more.
The Digital Vibes Disciplinary Hearings
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) probe followed a series of stories first published in Daily Maverick. In its report the SIU said it had received allegations from a whistle-blower regarding potential irregularities in the awarding of the Digital Vibes campaign.
Tribute to Don Mattera
We pay tribute to South African activist and poet, Don Mattera, and the immense impact he has left on us.