RC 261109Power FMMondli Makhanya
Monday, 9 November 2026
Power Talk's election-week episode was dominated by the ANC's electoral decline, rumours of leadership upheaval, and the scramble for coalition deals after the local government results.
- 10:10
Reports over the weekend said President Ramaphosa might be compelled to resign or had offered to step aside, while some in the ANC are calling for the whole NEC to go and an early conference.
- 09:29
The South African National Taxi Council will engage its Western Cape structures after violent incidents claimed at least 19 lives since September, with rival associations fighting over routes and operating permits.
- 11:01
The MK party says it took the lead with almost 40% of the vote in its first local government elections, has reportedly won outright control of three municipalities, and has named a national negotiation team.
- 09:04
The Madlanga Commission resumes public hearings with alleged crime boss Matlala expected to take the stand, and its comprehensive final report is scheduled for President Ramaphosa on 25 January.
- 10:16
Voter turnout rose slightly but stayed just above 53 percent, and the academic guest said a lot still needs to be done to win back residents who stayed home.