RC 260831Power FMKwena Moabelo
Monday, 31 August 2026
Power Lunch examined ANC mayoral qualification proposals, South Africa’s role in international drug trafficking, and the financial and social costs of groove culture.
- 12:11
The ANC proposes that all mayoral candidates hold postgraduate degrees, prompting debate over whether qualifications should be governance-related and accompanied by relevant experience and performance-based pay.
- 12:43
Forensic investigator Chad Thomas said South Africa is already an international narcotics transhipment point, with less than 1% of shipments intercepted and stronger specialised agencies needed.
- 12:52
COSATU’s Mike Shingange said the federation remains committed to the tripartite alliance, despite the ANC and SACP contesting local elections separately and deep policy disagreements.
- 14:58
Financial strategist Puti Mpello urged people who enjoy groove culture to use a prepaid spending card and accountable friends, preventing social pressure from causing lasting financial harm.
- 14:03
Eskom reported profit after tax more than doubling from R14 billion to R30 billion in 2025-26, attributing the result to generation recovery and cost discipline.