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.
Midrand residents protest after nearly a week without water
Frustration boiled over in Midrand as residents took to the streets after enduring a six-day water outage. Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero joined Phemelo to address the unfolding water crisis, explain what led to the prolonged disruption, and outline what the city is doing to restore supply. The mayor also responded…
International stories wrap: Gaza, Unrest in the US
Phemelo is joined by senior research fellow at Africa Asia Dialogues, Thembisa Fakude, to unpack the global stories making headlines - including developments at the Gaza border crossing, unrest in the US, and rising diplomatic tensions between South Africa and Israel.
Maile warns debt and slow infrastructure spending threaten services
Gauteng Finance MEC Lebogang Maile says municipalities are collecting revenue well but failing to spend fast enough on infrastructure - a gap he warns could soon hurt service delivery. Releasing the province’s latest municipal finances report, Maile said residents have a right to see how public money is managed and…
DA calls for urgent Parliament debate as film industry reels from unpaid rebates
The Democratic Alliance is pushing for a debate of national importance as South Africa’s film and television sector grapples with R663 million in unpaid government rebates. Hundreds of industry professionals are marching to Parliament, warning that the collapse of the Film and Television Incentive Programme is costing jobs and driving…
Music Feature: The Global Impact of Hip Hop
Musicologist Dr Sheldon Rocha Leal continues his exploration of hip-hop’s far-reaching influence on sound, culture and identity across the globe. From the West Coast anthems of 2Pac and Snoop Dogg to local classics by HHP and Mzekezeke, the feature traces how hip-hop became a powerful cultural force that transcends borders…
Book Feature: Imperfect Harmony by Kutlwano Masote
Cello virtuoso and conductor Kutlwano Masote joins Phemelo live in front of a studio audience to launch his deeply personal memoir, Imperfect Harmony. In the conversation, Masote reflects on the highs and lows of his life - unpacking fatherhood, marriage, friendship, his battle with alcohol addiction, and the sustaining power…
State of Readiness: Higher Education Sector and the Road to 2026
Phemelo is in conversation with Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Mimmy Gondwe, to assess just how ready the higher education sector is for the 2026 academic year. From registration backlogs to student accommodation and funding pressures, the conversation draws on the Deputy Minister’s recent oversight visits to…
Book feature: Your Health Starts in Your Gut – Part 3
In part three of our gut-health series, author and dietician Mpho Tshukudu dives deeper into how everyday food choices shape overall health. From grains, legumes and nuts to the white bread debate and even the benefits of coffee, Tshukudu unpacks a holistic, science-backed approach to eating for a healthier gut…
DA hires tracing agent to track down Edwin Sodi
The DA says it has hired a tracing agent to locate controversial businessman Edwin Sodi, in a bid to move forward with action against those linked to the failed Rooiwal Wastewater Treatment Plant project. The R292-million tender, meant to benefit Hammanskraal, was paid out despite the work not being completed…
Gauteng steps up fight against Foot-and-Mouth Disease
Gauteng has rolled out an aggressive response to one of South Africa’s worst Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreaks, with more than 261,000 animals affected across the province. Premier Panyaza Lesufi and Agriculture MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa have announced a multi-stakeholder plan that includes R16 million in funding, close to 300,000 vaccine doses and…
Tshwane revenue drive sparks clash with Correctional Services
Tshwane’s hardline revenue collection campaign has landed the metro in a standoff with the Department of Correctional Services. Mayor Nasiphi Moya and city officials recently targeted government-owned buildings in arrears, including the Kgosi Mampuru and Baviaanspoort correctional facilities, said to owe the metro around R8 million. Attempts to disconnect electricity…
Minneapolis protests deepen & SA pulls back from G20 under US presidency
In Minneapolis, residents are refusing to retreat after the fatal shootings of two people by federal agents. Instead, communities are organising night patrols, marching through freezing streets and pushing back against what they see as heavy-handed enforcement under the Trump administration. The deaths of ICU nurse Alex Pretti and Renee…
ActionSA has joined forces with these two political parties
ActionSA is making a play for growth ahead of this year’s local government elections. The party has officially welcomed two smaller political parties the Azanian Independent Community Movement and the Creatives Congress Movement under its green umbrella. Leader Herman Mashaba says the merger strengthens ActionSA’s ground game, adding seven councillors…
Chauke inquiry hits a wall as Batohi refuses to testify
The inquiry into Advocate Andrew Chauke’s fitness to hold office has entered murky territory, with National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi refusing to return to the witness stand. Batohi says she will not continue her testimony without legal representation a position she has maintained since halting proceedings in December…
Scholar transport drivers plead for 3 to 6 -month grace to get their permits
Learner transport drivers are asking government for a lifeline a three to six-month grace period to get their permits in order. More than 200 operators descended on the Transport Department this week, saying they want to comply with the law but are being held back by slow systems and paperwork…
1. Vanderbijlpark scholar transport crash: driver abandons bail bid
The 22-year-old driver accused in the Vanderbijlpark scholar transport crash that claimed the lives of 14 schoolchildren has abandoned his bail application as the state tightens its case. What began as culpable homicide charges have now escalated to 14 counts of murder, after prosecutors say the evidence points to far…
What to Watch: RIP, Mercy and more
In this week’s What to Watch, Leroy Marc breaks down what’s worth your time, from Netflix’s The RIP to big-screen releases like 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and Mercy. Whether you’re into edge-of-your-seat thrillers or thoughtful cinema, this review helps you decide what to stream, skip, or rush to…
Music Feature: Hip-Hop’s global impact
Hip-Hop isn’t just music, it’s a global language. In this week’s Music Feature, musicologist Dr Sheldon Rocha Leal traces how Hip-Hop reshaped sound, culture, and influence across borders. From DJ Jazzy Jeff and the Fresh Prince’s Summertime to Daddy Yankee’s Despacito, and Nasty C’s Particula, this conversation unpacks how Hip-Hop…
Legal Matters: Marriages, Absenteeism & Insubordination
This week on Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana explains why civil marriages don’t erase existing customary marriages, what counts as absenteeism or gross insubordination, and she answers your tricky legal questions.
Macpherson on Public Works plans, IDT & Construction Mafias
Phemelo sits in conversation with Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson to unpack the department’s plans for the year. We also discuss the IDT CEO and spokesperson stepping down amid corruption claims, and the George Building collapse plus a look at the shady world of construction mafias.