RC 260903Power FMColleen Makhubele
Thursday, 3 September 2026
The episode focused on proposed illegal-mining laws, whether AI tutors can replace teachers, and public concern over violent Spring Day water-splashing incidents.
- 22:00
South Africans have until 11 September to comment on proposed mining, trust, legal-practice and conspiracy bills; officials say feedback may close enforcement gaps around illegal mining.
- 21:21
Mining analyst David van Veek said the proposed reforms overlook corporate accountability, with 6,000 abandoned mines, unpaid ex-mine-worker pensions worth R42 billion, and alleged collusion still unresolved.
- 22:59
Panellists agreed AI tutors should assist rather than replace teachers: robots can deliver content, but human educators provide care, judgement, mentorship and social understanding.
- 23:06
The programme condemned Spring Day violence after 20-year-old Zepang Nyati was fatally stabbed following an alleged confrontation involving water-splashing, with calls for accountability and respect for elderly people.
- 23:30
Musician Mtandazo Gatya spoke about overcoming years of hardship, launching his own label and releasing the album Nuru, while continuing financial-literacy work with Grade 11 learners.