RC 260826Power FMColleen Makhubele
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
The episode examined ethnic fragmentation, alleged DA double standards on corruption, and Zambia’s contested election aftermath, with experts warning against weakened institutions and political division.
- 21:21
The panel rejected calls for ethnic universities, arguing public institutions belong to everyone and that language and cultural pride must not become political separation or apartheid-style fragmentation.
- 21:57
Experts distinguished cultural inclusion from institutional separation, supporting stronger African-language scholarship while insisting universities remain open, shared spaces reflecting South Africa’s diversity.
- 22:39
A governance expert said the DA’s handling of allegations involving Mark Burke, Tony Leon’s lobbying links and public assets raised recurring concerns about disclosure, conflicts of interest and private influence.
- 23:02
The discussion linked Cape Town’s spatial inequality to public-land decisions, with the Tafelberg judgment questioning the disposal of well-located land and highlighting unequal access to housing opportunities.
- 23:26
Zambia’s election aftermath was marked by a disputed petition, sealed courts and conflicting messages over President-elect Hakainde Hichilema’s planned 1 September inauguration, prompting concerns about institutional independence.