RC 260925Power FMThabiso "TK" Kotane
Friday, 25 September 2026
Eskom’s turnaround and electricity affordability dominated, alongside scrutiny of police accountability, a 2.3 million-unit housing backlog and concerns over low contraceptive uptake.
- 16:02
The Electoral Court dismissed the MK Party’s challenge to the 2024 election results, finding the IEC’s system remained operational and uncompromised and that mandatory procedures were not followed.
- 16:04
Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said higher energy prices now pose a greater threat than load shedding; Eskom’s 2027 tariff increase could reach 8.8%.
- 15:55
An energy expert backed extending Eskom chairperson Mteto Nyati’s term, citing an energy availability factor near 70%, lower diesel use and improved financial performance despite municipal debt.
- 16:08
Gauteng recorded contraceptive uptake of 32% against a 43% target, while a gynaecologist said contraception does not cause infertility and explained common side effects and options.
- 16:53
Human Settlements Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi confirmed a national housing backlog exceeding 2.3 million units, attributing changing demand to population growth, urbanisation, household formation and migration.