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.
Evidence of Racial Bias Found in Medical Schemes
A shocking investigation has revealed racial discrimination against Black healthcare providers by major medical schemes between 2012-2019. The Section 59 panel's final report is out, and it's damning. Phemelo chats with Dr Musa Gumede from the Council for Medical Schemes for insights.
Mbenenge Testifies: ‘Sensual, Not Sexual’
Eastern Cape judge president Selby Mbenenge has defended himself, claiming his texts to junior legal professional Andiswa Mengo were flirtatious but not inappropriate. He has denied allegations of sexual harassment and has pointed to a smear campaign, Phemelo breaks down his testimony with Kaya News’ Zikhona Tshona.
MP’s calls for action on prison overcrowding
Thousands sit in South African jails awaiting trial, some just because they can’t afford low bail. MPs say it’s time to fix the broken system. Phemelo speaks to The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Correctional Services Kgomotso Ramolobeng about overcrowding, poor infrastructure, and immigration concerns in correctional services.
International Wrap: Trump calls Musk's new political party 'ridiculous'
US President Donald Trump has hit out at former close ally Elon Musk over the multi-billionaire's plan to launch a new political party. "I think it's ridiculous to start a third party," said Trump, speaking to reporters before boarding Air Force One. "It's always been a two-party system, and I…
Africa-US Universities Network Conference 2025
What happens when leading minds from African and U.S. universities come together to reimagine global higher education? That’s exactly what unfolded at the recent Africa-US Universities Network Conference, hosted by the African Centre for the Study of the United States (ACSUS) at the University of the Witwatersrand. The event brought…
SAPS commissioner accuses police minister of derailing probe into political killings
Explosive claims from KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi have rocked the nation. He claims Police Minister Senzo Mchunu helped shut down the Political Killings Task Team to protect a politically connected criminal syndicate,one he says includes police officers, prosecutors, correctional officials, and even members of the judiciary. Phemelo…
Standard Bank National Arts Festival
Phemelo is in conversation with Monica Newton, CEO of the National Arts Festival, reflecting on five decades of artistic brilliance. As one of Africa’s most diverse arts celebrations, NAF has brought together thousands of creatives and audiences to craft unforgettable cultural experiences. Thanks to long-standing support - especially from Standard…
Margaret Arnolds Re-Elected as Speaker of Council in Johannesburg
Margaret Arnolds has been re-elected as Speaker of Council in Johannesburg. She replaces Nobuhle Mthembu, who was booted out in a no-confidence motion last week. Arnolds was nominated alongside Yongama Zigebe from the UDM and Alex Christians of the DA. Arnolds received 137 votes, while Christians received 68 votes, and…
Former deputy president David Mabuza dies
Former deputy president David Mabuza has died. ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula confirmed the death on his X account on Thursday afternoon and described Mabuza as a great leader who dedicated his life to serve the people. Mabuza, who would have turned 65 on August 25, served as deputy president from…
2025 Standard Bank Young Artist for theatre: Calvin Ratladi
Phemelo is in conversation with Calvin Ratladi, the 2025 Standard Bank Young Artist for Theatre, as he prepares to shake up Makhanda with his new work, Breakfast with Mugabe. Running from 3–6 July at the National Arts Festival, Ratladi’s gripping psychological drama supported by The Market Theatre and Festival Enterprise…
Foreign nationals illegally blocked from accessing clinics
Foreign nationals have spoken of being blocked from entering clinics in Johannesburg. Despite the law being crystal clear - you cannot be denied healthcare based on your nationality or immigration status - they say they are being turned away or pushed to the back of the queue. Last month, Operation…
Live from Makhanda: Phemelo in Conversation with 2025 Standard Bank Young Artists
Phemelo is live from the National Arts Festival in Makhanda as she sits down with two rising stars of South African creativity — Nyakallo Maleke (2025 Standard Bank Young Artist for Visual Art) and Siya Charles (2025 Young Artist for Jazz). In this inspiring conversation, they dive into their artistic…
Almost 300 families face eviction from the school they call home
Phemelo speaks to Gauteng Infrastructure Department spokesperson Theo Nkonki about an ongoing court battle over the illegal occupation of the Bagomane Primary School in Diepkloof, Soweto. Closed in the early 2000s, the school was converted into makeshift housing by residents in 2018. Despite living with no electricity and sharing communal…
Legal Matters: Fake AI citations in heads of argument, Dismissed for exercising labour rights
In this week’s Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana focusses on three cases, a lawyer caught using fake AI-generated citations in court documents, an employee fired for asserting their labour rights, and a court battle over a car instalment sale agreement and she also answers some of your legal questions.
Public Safety MMC Crackdown on Unsafe Buildings in Joburg
Phemelo speaks to Joburg Public Safety MMC Dr Mgcini Tshwaku about a major high-density operation targeting hijacked and unsafe buildings in the inner city. One such property on Marshall Street was found packed with shacks, lacking fire safety measures, and illegally connected to power and water posing serious risks. Over…
IEJ calls for hike in social grant payments, argues it’s below national poverty line
The Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ) is calling for an urgent increase in social grant payments, arguing that current amounts fall significantly below the national poverty line. According to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA), the food poverty line – the minimum required to afford basic daily nutrition – is currently…
Cross-examination denied in Judge Mbenenge's sexual harassment tribunal
Sexual misconduct accused Judge President Selby Mbenenge will not be cross-examined by sexual harassment complainant Andiswa Mengo’s legal team after their application for such was denied at the Judicial Conduct Tribunal. Tribunal chairperson, retired judge Bernard Ngoepe, denied the application brought by Nasreen Rajab-Budlender on behalf of her client Mengo…
Corpses left in limbo at Helen Joseph Hospital due to a shortage of cartridges
The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Gauteng is horrified to learn that people who have died over the past 13 days at the Helen Joseph Hospital in Johannesburg cannot be transferred to government mortuaries because the hospital has no printer cartridges to print the necessary documents. Nursing union Denosa says this…
DA lays criminal charges against Nkabane over ‘lies’ to Parliament in Seta scandal
The Democratic Alliance has laid criminal charges against Higher Education and Training Minister Dr Nobuhle Nkabane after she misled the Portfolio Committee on Higher Education over the appointments of the chairperson of the Seta boards and regarding her independent panel. Nkabane has been under fire for appointing ANC politicians as…
Acting Joburg Mayor Kunene leads raid on buildings suspected of harbouring undocumented immigrants
Acting Johannesburg Mayor Kenny Kunene was in the inner-city, leading raids on buildings suspected of harbouring undocumented immigrants. Kunene was accompanied by JMPD officers and immigration officials to enforce city bylaws in the CBD. Along Marshall Street in Johannesburg's CBD, several hijacked buildings stand, with crowded shacks on each floor.He…