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.
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…
Part 4 – Draft Treaty on Crimes Against Humanity: Justice for Apartheid
Phemelo speaks with Dr Solomon Dersso, Commissioner at the African Commission on Human & Peoples' Rights, about the urgent need for South Africa to actively engage in shaping international law — particularly on the crime of apartheid. Dr Dersso highlights the constitutional, legal, and moral duty of the government to…
Sasco calls for immediate removal of Minister Nobuhle Nkabane
The South African Students Congress (SASCO) has joined growing calls for the immediate dismissal of Higher Education Minister Nobuhle Nkabane, accusing her of failing to manage core responsibilities, including NSFAS. SASCO has criticised the state of the ministry, NSFAS, and the SETA. This marks the third formal call for her…
Aids deaths could rise by 38% in four years
The Health Department says all US government funding for HIV and TB projects in South Africa will end by 30 September. After major cuts earlier this year, a R2.82-billion shortfall remains — and no replacement funds have been secured. “Without such replacement funds, we won’t be able to sustain our…
Girl, 3, killed by dogs in Ekurhuleni
A three-year-old girl was mauled to death by a pack of dogs in the Marathon informal settlement in Germiston. The child died en route to hospital. The dog owner fled after angry residents demolished his shack. Local councillor Geoffrey Mthembu confirmed the family is receiving support, and a joint effort…
Impact on POV: Karabo Centre for Maths, Science and Commerce
Since 2013, the Karabo Centre for Maths, Science and Commerce has been quietly transforming futures from its base at Vosloorus Comprehensive School in Ekurhuleni. This non-profit has achieved a remarkable 100% matric pass rate — year after year — by empowering township learners in maths, science, accounting, and commerce. Offering…
What to Watch: Untie, How to Train your Dragon
In this week’s What to Watch, Leroy Marc reviews Untie on Showmax, 28 Years Later & How to Train your Dragon which are both in theatres and much more.
Profile Feature: Chrispin Phiri - Bridging Youth, Law & Leadership
This month on Point of View we’re turning the spotlight on trailblazing young leaders – and this week, Chrispin Phiri joins Phemelo in studio! As the Spokesperson to the Minister of International Relations and a sharp legal mind with an LLB from the University of the Western Cape, Chrispin is…
16 Kenyans killed in protests, shops looted, buildings torched
Central Nairobi was left in ruins on Thursday as buildings smouldered and shop owners sifted through charred debris following a night of looting and arson. The violence erupted after youth-led demonstrations turned deadly – According to Amnesty Kenya 16 people have been killed. Thousands marched Wednesday to honor victims of…
DA issues Ramaphosa 48-hour ultimatum after Whitfield firing
The DA has given President Cyril Ramaphosa a 48-hour ultimatum to fire several ANC ministers and deputy ministers implicated in corruption or face the consequences. The ultimatum comes after Ramaphosa's sudden decision to remove DA Deputy Minister Andrew Whitfield from his position. The Presidency confirmed the dismissal of Deputy Trade,…
Trump lashes out at Israel and Iran amid accusations of ceasefire violations
U.S President Donald Trump expressed disapproval over renewed hostilities between Israel and Iran, saying he's “not happy” with Israel’s rocket response and also displeased with Iran’s actions. Despite the escalating tensions—including an Iranian strike on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar following U.S. bombings of nuclear sites—Trump maintained that the…
Legal Matters
This week on Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana tackles DNA testing to prove Paternity and Medical Negligence, she also answers some of your legal questions.
Joburg mayor Morero survives motion of no confidence, ActionSA's Mthembu removed as Council Speaker
City of Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero survived a motion of no confidence on Wednesday, but ActionSA speaker, Nobuhle Mthembu, was removed from her post. Of the councillors present, 144 voted for Morero, 75 against him, while 43 abstained. As for Mthembu, 212 voted for her removal, and 48 against. Phemelo…
Students march against NSFAS funding delays, highlighting financial hardships
A group of students from universities and TVET colleges took to the streets on Wednesday to express their frustrations over delayed funding from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), despite previous promises from the Department of Higher Education and Training and NSFAS to address the issues. Accompanied by activists…
Mchunu, Gwarube launch Safe Schools Protocol to fight violence at schools
At least 283 schools in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and Western Cape have been identified as hotspots for violence. This figure was announced by police minister Senzo Mchunu during the launch of the Safe Schools Protocol by the SAPS and the basic education department.Mchunu expressed deep concern over the increasing…
IMPACT ON POV: Immaculata Mercy Shelter for the Homeless
This week on Impact, we’re joined in studio by Michael Ntuli, Manager of the Immaculata Mercy Shelter, to discuss the vital work the shelter continues to do in serving the community. For over 30 years, the Immaculata Shelter has provided a safe haven for those in need - offering meals,…
Part 3: UN Draft Treaty on Apartheid Crime
In this week’s part 3 of the UN Crimes Against Humanity Draft Treaty, Phemelo is joined in studio by Professor of Law and Senior Associate Dean of the Clinical Program at CUNY Law School, Lisa Davis to unpack reimaging justice for discriminatory crimes.
US-Iran latest: White House scrambles to clarify Trump’s ‘regime change’ posts after Tehran threat
The White House insists the President was “simply raising a question” after Donald Trump suggested regime change in Tehran, claiming a U.S. strike removed a nuclear bomb from Iran’s hands. Qatar closed its airspace following U.S. embassy warnings of a potential Iranian response. Iran's military has vowed retaliation, calling the…