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.
Makate vs Vodacom: ConCourt Resets the Billion-Rand Battle
It’s been almost 20 years since Nkosana Makate began his legal fight with Vodacom over the “Please Call Me” invention and the battle continues. In a scathing judgement, the Constitutional Court overturned a February SCA ruling that had awarded Makate billions, citing errors in law and judgment. The matter now…
Joburg’s G20 Countdown: DA Says City in No Shape to Host Global Event
As the clock ticks down to the G20 Summit, concerns are mounting over Johannesburg’s readiness to host the global event. The DA’s Gauteng leader, Solly Msimanga, says the city is in a state of collapse, with broken infrastructure, hijacked buildings, raw sewage leaks, and unsafe streets. With just under three…
What to Watch: Action, Emotion, and a Blast from the Past
Looking for your next movie? Entertainment contributor Leroy Marc reviews this week’s hottest releases from the much-anticipated Fantastic Four reboot, to the moving coming-of-age drama First Steps, the psychological thriller The Home, and the surprise sequel Happy Gilmore 2.
Hammanskraal’s Water Crisis: City of Tshwane Gives Update on Water Supply
Residents of Hammanskraal, north of Pretoria, are once again facing frustration over inconsistent water supply despite the much-anticipated Phase 2 of the Klipdrift Water Treatment project. The R300-million module, designed to deliver 12.5 megalitres of clean water daily, is still undergoing testing and cleaning. In the meantime, affected areas like…
MK Party Takes Ramaphosa to Court Over Mchunu Special Leave
The MK Party has dragged President Cyril Ramaphosa to the Constitutional Court over his decision to place Minister Senzo Mchunu on special leave and appoint Professor Firoz Cachalia, who isn’t a Cabinet member as acting Police Minister. At the heart of the matter? Explosive claims of political interference by KZN’s…
Power Struggle Brewing in Tshwane? ANC Wants to Oust City Manager Mettler
Tensions are rising in the capital as the ANC wants Tshwane City Manager Johann Mettler out, but the Freedom Front Plus is warning of major instability if he’s removed. The ANC is pushing Speaker Mncedi Ndzwanana to call a special council meeting to question Mettler’s appointment. Phemelo unpacks the drama…
Legal Matters: Can You Be Sued for That Facebook Post? And What Happens After False Affidavit Allegations?
In this week’s Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana explores how Facebook defamation could land you in hot water and she dives into a case where false allegations in an affidavit led to punitive costs. Plus, she answers your burning legal questions.
ActionSA Opens Fraud Case Against Top Rustenburg Municipal Official
Rustenburg’s Municipal Manager allegedly failed, among others, to prevent unauthorized expenditure amounting to over R10 million and to prevent irregular expenditure of over R330 million. ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba and local councillors have laid fraud and corruption charges against Advocate Ashmar Khuduge. The party says the case was opened against…
Taxing Times with the Tshabalalas – Episode 7: Budget 2025 & Tax Debt Relief
In this episode of Taxing Times, Netvest CEO Busisiwe Mdletshe joins Phemelo to break down what the 2025 Budget Speech says about tax debt relief and what it means for your pocket.
POV Book Feature: Griffin Shea’s Top Reads of the Week
This week on our book feature, Phemelo chats to Bridge Books owner Griffin Shea about the reads he can't put down. From the hauntingly beautiful Lincoln in the Bardo to Travis Baldree’s delightful Bookshops & Bonedust, plus a powerful deep dive into the book trade and a Ron Chernow take…
Starvation Crisis: 25 Young Children Die of Hunger in Nelson Mandela Bay
A heartbreaking health emergency is unfolding in Nelson Mandela Bay, where 25 children under five have died from severe acute malnutrition in the past year, nearly double the previous year’s toll. Hundreds more are suffering. Phemelo unpacks the shocking stats with Dr. Eileen Carter from the Human Rights Commission, as…
Parliament’s Pricey Dome: Macpherson Refuses to Fork Out R40 Million for Unused Tent
What was billed as a budget-friendly venue for Parliament has become a financial fiasco. Public Works Minister Dean Macpherson speaks to Phemelo on why his department won’t spend a staggering R40 million to furnish the now-abandoned dome tent, originally used for Nelson Mandela’s funeral and now gathering dust on a…
Bail Denied: Tiffany Meek Accused of Deception in Son’s Murder Case
The Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court has denied bail to Tiffany Meek, the mother accused of murdering her 11-year-old son, Jayden-Lee. Magistrate Anneline Africa cited her attempts to mislead the court and obstruct justice. Jayden-Lee’s body was found in a stairwell, and investigators say Meek staged a cover-up by reporting him missing…
Internationals Wrap: US Tariffs, Ceasefires, and Palestine
Big global headlines this week: the U.S. is gearing up for a tariff hike on August 1st. Meanwhile, ceasefire talks between the U.S., Israel, and Hamas have hit a wall, and Europe is stepping into the spotlight by recognising Palestine. What does this all mean for global politics? Phemelo speaks…
Impact on POV: Shining a Light on Botshabelo
This week on Impact, we spotlight a local hero: Botshabelo, the Midrand-based NPO that’s been changing lives since 2000. Born out of a simple mission, to be a “place to run to” Botshabelo has grown into a beacon of hope for vulnerable children. Whether it’s early education or a safe…
Hammanskraal’s Water Woes: Two Months and Counting
No water. No answers. That’s the frustrating reality for residents in parts of Hammanskraal like Temba, Oukasi, Rockville, and Lebonen who’ve been without running water for over two months. Community members say they've been left in the dark, with no word from city officials. As tempers flare and families struggle,…
DA demands investigation into Kenny Kunene's contracts following his resignation
Fresh off his resignation, Kenny Kunene’s name is still making headlines—and now the DA wants answers. The party is calling for a full-blown investigation into contracts Kunene signed during his time as Joburg’s MMC for Transport. Why? His alleged ties to a suspected murder syndicate are now under scrutiny. With…
Justice Madlanga on SAPS Inquiry: Here's What We Know
Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, who’s leading the newly established Judicial Commission of Inquiry into allegations of political interference and corruption within the South African Police Service, says preparations are well under way. The hearings, set to kick off in August will dig deep into serious claims of political interference and corruption…
Curtain Call: Musical Theatre Anthems Take Centre Stage
This week’s Music Feature hits all the high notes as musicologist Dr. Sheldon Rocha Leal spotlights iconic songs from the stage. From Alicia Keys’ Empire State of Mind in Hell’s Kitchen, to Dreamgirls showstoppers like Listen, and the soul-stirring I’m Here from The Color Purple this segment explores musical theatre’s…
DA Slams Delays in Bree Street Repairs and Police Station Woes in Tshwane
The DA is turning up the heat on service delivery failures in Gauteng. Two years after a gas explosion tore through Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly Bree), repairs remain incomplete. With R200 million already allocated, the road is still a construction zone, months past the November 2023 deadline. DA Gauteng leader…