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.
Gauteng’s R67 Billion Health Boost: Faster Service, Better Hospitals
Gauteng’s health system is set for a major upgrade with a R67 billion budget for the 2025/26 financial year. MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko says the funds will tackle hospital backlogs, improve infrastructure, and reduce waiting times. R1.7 billion is dedicated to hospital upgrades, including R100 million for revamping laundry services and…
Book Feature: Karabo Kgoleng’s Top Reads
Journalist and speaker Karabo Kgoleng joins Phemelo for an inspiring dive into her current top book picks. From Tania Malik’s Hope You Are Satisfied, to the raw memoir I Survived It All by Xoliswa Matanzima-Jozana, and the thought-provoking Our Science Ourselves by Christa Kuljan, Karabo explores themes of resilience, memory,…
DA: Ramaphosa’s US Envoy Mcebisi Jonas Rejected by Washington
The DA claims that Mcebisi Jonas, appointed by President Ramaphosa as special envoy to the United States, was rejected by Washington months ago, sparking debate about South Africa’s foreign diplomacy strategy. The presidency has denied the claims, saying Jonas’s role doesn’t require accreditation. Phemelo gets analysis from Senior Research Fellow…
Durban Residents Demand Justice After Mkhwanazi Bombshell
Durban residents took to the streets in a powerful show of support for KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, following his allegations that top police officials, including Police Minister Senzo Mchunu and Deputy Police Commissioner for Crime Detection Shadrack Sibiya, tried to derail investigations into political assassinations. The "Hands Off Mkhwanazi"…
IEC Admits Tech Failures in 2024 Election Report to Parliament
The IEC has presented its official report on the 2024 general elections to Parliament, boasting major successes like the integration of independent candidates and a record-high voters’ roll of 27.5 million. But it didn’t shy away from admitting serious tech glitches, long queues, and logistical setbacks. Phemelo speaks to Chief…
Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia to use unreleased anti-corruption report to address police, intelligence failur
After handing President Ramaphosa a scathing anti-corruption report over a year ago, Professor Firoz Cachalia finally has the chance to act. Appointed Acting Minister of Police, the legal scholar is faced with a difficult task of confronting deep-rooted dysfunction, poor leadership, and political interference within SAPS and Crime Intelligence. Phemelo…
Top Cop Suspended Amid Political Killings Task Team Scandal
Deputy Police Commissioner for Crime Detection, Shadrack Sibiya, has been placed on “special leave” amid serious allegations of interference in the disbandment of a political killings task team. His suspension follows damning claims by KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who also implicated Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. Phemelo speaks to Ian…
Tackling Obesity & Inequality in SA
In one of the world’s most unequal countries, Novo Nordisk is taking a stand for health equity. Focused on education and access, the company is launching a campaign to address obesity and related diseases in South Africa. With nearly half the population affected, they’re working with the Health Ministry and…
Ramaphosa’s cop ‘corruption’ response - Mchunu on leave and judicial inquiry into spies and law enforcers
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that a judicial commission of inquiry will probe the allegations that KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi made against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu. Spies, prosecutors, magistrates and police officers. These are among the figures a judicial commission of inquiry will focus on following an…
Trump gives Jonas the cold shoulder, but Ramaphosa is ‘satisfied’ with his special envoy
Despite reports of President Trump largely ignoring Special Envoy to the US Mcebisi Jonas, President Ramaphosa remains “satisfied” with his performance in Washington. Global Affairs expert Dr Terence McNamee breaks down what this says about U.S.–South Africa relations, and how Jonas still represents a key diplomatic move.
Impact on POV: Afrika Tikkun
From cradle to career, Afrika Tikkun is transforming young lives across South Africa. Since 1994, the NPO has provided education, healthcare, and skills development to help youth not just survive, but thrive. Phemelo speaks to Monitoring & Evaluation Manager Nellie Zembe about the organisation’s mission, impact, and how every donation…
Dr Sheldon Rocha Leal on Iconic Tunes from Commercials
Did you ever find yourself humming a tune from an advert long after it aired? In this fun and nostalgic music feature, musicologist Dr Sheldon Rocha Leal joins Phemelo in studio to unpack the power of music in advertising. From Marvin Gaye’s Heard It Through the Grapevine to Lira’s Feel…
Highlights from the National Arts Festival
For over 50 years, the National Arts Festival in Makhanda has been a space where stories are told, voices are heard, and boundaries are pushed. From theatre and dance to music and visual arts, the festival has grown into a celebration of South Africa’s creative spirit. Phemelo wraps up this…
Justice for Caiphus Nyoka – A Sentence, But No Closure?
38 years after the killing of student activist Caiphus Nyoka, former apartheid-era police officer Johan Marais has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for his murder. The court noted Marais showed little genuine remorse, writing to the family only in an effort to reduce his sentence. Caiphus was just…
The State of SA Transport – Minister Barbara Creecy breaks down her budget
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy recently presented her department’s budget speech, outlining where funds are being directed in the country’s transport sector. In her conversation with Phemelo, she unpacks key priorities, from the troubled state of Transnet to long-standing issues like the driver’s licence card machine, which has frustrated many South…
Legal Matters: Defamation, Contempt & Workplace Challenges
This week on Legal Matters: Defamation, contempt of court, poor performance, and mental health in the workplace. Plus, your legal questions answered.
Joburg Clinic Without Water for 6 Weeks – DA Calls for Urgent Action
Malvern Clinic in east Johannesburg has had no water for six weeks, forcing staff to rely on buckets from a water tank, posing serious hygiene and infection risks. The clinic can’t safely perform basic procedures like urine or stool tests, and handwashing under running water is impossible. DA Gauteng shadow…
Teenage Pregnancy in South Africa: A National Roadmap
Deputy Minister Mmapaseka Steve Letsike leads a national push to tackle teenage pregnancy. Phemelo chats with the Minister about key outcomes from a recent stakeholder session and how it’s shaping a strategy to prevent and manage teen pregnancies.
DA Targets Police Minister Mchunu Over Misconduct Claims
The DA plans to lay criminal charges against Police Minister Senzo Mchunu over serious allegations of misconduct. Phemelo speaks to the DA’s Lisa Schickerling after KZN Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused Mchunu of covering up investigations and colluding with underworld figures.
Alistair Mackay’s Top 5
From dark satire to heart-stirring fiction, author and columnist Alistair Mackay joins Phemelo to share his top five must-reads, including titles by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Miranda July, and more. Discover your next favourite book.