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.
Election Updates: EFF's plans for the future
We speak to Omphile Maotwe, the EFF Secretary General, about the upcoming elections, their campaign trails and their plans to assist communities around the country, should they take power.
Court rules against Zuma’s plea for Billy downer to be removed
We speak to criminal law expert, Nthabiseng Dubazana about the court’s decision to rule against former president, Zuma’s special plea to remove advocate Billy Downer from the arms deal case against him.
City of Johannesburg threatens to take Eskom to court
After loadshedding has returned in the past few days, the city of Joburg aired out their frustrations when it was revealed that Eskom ignored an agreement with the city to alieviate the situation, which further worsened their loadshedding issues. We speak to Tshepo Gadima, an energy expert, to find out…
The Dire State of Public Hospitals in South Africa
We are looking at the recent staff shortages, poor infrastructure and other issues that were revealed as part of a report given by the Public Protector with the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA) president, Simon Hlungwani. How have these working conditions affected their work? We answer that question,…
Election Updates: Ramaphosa begins Johannesburg campaign trail to encourage residents to vote ANC
We speak to Katleho Sekhoto, a Kaya 959 news reporter, about President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Johannesburg campaign trail for the ANC to encourage residents of Orange Farm, Meadowlands and Alexandra to vote for the party. It was also a space for residents to air their grievances.
City of Johannesburg launches new #JovaJozi vaccination drive
In efforts to curb the impact of COVID-19 has had on our lives, The city of Johannesburg Mayor has decided to rollout a vaccine rollout programme from mid-October. We speak to Nonceba Molwele, Joburg City speaker to find out more about whether the vaccine drive has been successful, what they…
Understanding the long term effects of COVID -19
We speak to Dr. Marlin McKay, a health expert and doctor, on the long-term effects of COVID-19 and what the factors are that could lead to it.
Zuma lays criminal charges against prosecutor, advocate Billy Downer
Mzwanele Manyi, a Jacob Zuma Foundation spokesperson, and Nthabiseng Dubazana, a criminal law expert updates us on former president Jacob Zuma’s attempt to file a criminal complaint with the SAPS against the lead prosecutor in his case, advocate Billy Downer. He accuses Downer of allegedly leaking a “confidential” medical report…
Thabo Mbeki holds briefing for businesses ahead of the elections
We speak to Pitso Molemane, a Kaya 959 news editor, about former president, Thabo Mbeki’s appeal and urge to businesses to support the ANC campaign trail ahead of the local government elections, and why.
Eswatini Updates: Envoy attempts to assist with resolving unrest in the country
At least 28 people have died in the recent uprisings against Eswatini’s King and their plea for a multi-party democracy. In light of these events, SA had sent an envoy in order to assist with resolving the unrest. We speak to Thokozani Kunene, member of Communist Party of Swaziland and…
World renowned opera soprano, Pumeza Matshikiza returns to South Africa for special concert
In our art feature today, we speak to Pumeza Matshikiza, a world-renowned lyric soprano and one of today’s rising opera singers. She returns home from her base in Berlin to perform just two concerts at the Roodeport Theatre. We discuss her introduction into music, her reasons for coming back to…
Are you okay with your child vaccinating without your consent?
We speak to callers to ask the question: are you okay with your child vaccination without your consent? Are there lines that need to be drawn, or is this a step in the right direction?
Relationship Feature: How do we manage our tone in conflict?
We speak to Tholinhlanhla Dlamini-Ngcoya, a counselling psychologist and Nthabiseng Lebina, a counselling social worker about how to manage our tone and emotions in moments of conflict.
What is happening in Eswatini?
Protesters have been shot at and wounded in protests around eSwatini after citizens were attacked by police for demanding a multi-party democracy. This is an attempt for the current king to maintain his rule over the country. We speak to Vusi Shongwe, spokesperson of the Swazi People liberation movement and…
City Power campaigns to disconnect illegal connections
We speak to Nyakallo Tefu, a Kaya 959 News Reporter about the recent news where the Johannesburg Mayor made a call to City Power to disconnect illegal connections in Alexandra.
National Taxi Alliance and Gauteng MEC pledge to tackle taxi violence
We speak to Theo Malele, the National Taxi Alliance Spokespoerson about theirs and the Gauteng MEC, Jacob Mamabolo’s visit to Johannesburg CBD in order to show solidarity with taxi owners affected the taxi violence, and pledge to find the perpetrators.
Election Updates: Is the IEC ready for the local elections?
We speak to Masego Mashiri, a Deputy CEO of Electoral Operations at the IEC to discuss the pressures that they have faced in order to prepare for the upcoming elections. They’re approach to voter education, and voter apathy.
Elections Updates: Voter Apathy
We look at the reasons behind why some people may feel like they do not want to vote. We speak to Themba Kodi, the leader of the APC; Jabu Mahlangu, member of the Economic Cluster of Negotiations and Mandla Skosana.
Informal Traders protest against JMPD and city bylaws
We speak to Buhle Mbele, a Kaya 959 news reporter, about the second protest this month by informal traders who are being negatively affected by corruption, and bylaws being enforced by the JMPD.
Johannesburg Mayor, Mpho Moerane’s plans for the future of the city
After the untimely and shocking death of Jolidee Matongo, the seat of Johannseburg Mayor needed to be filled quickly. Enter: Mpho Moerane - former MMC for environment and infrastructure – who has 30 days to fill while the search continues. We speak to him about what his plans are for…