RC 260820Power FMKefentse Mkhari
Thursday, 20 August 2026
The episode focused on three heavy conversations: teacher-learner grooming and misconduct, how churches should handle AI, and the risks faced by professionals who challenge corruption.
- 00:37
SACE logged 826 sexual misconduct complaints involving educators and learners between 2021 and 2025, with the show arguing that private chats, gifts and isolating pupils are warning signs of grooming.
- 00:59
Experts said schools must report allegations within 24 hours, suspend accused teachers during investigations, and train parents, learners and educators on boundaries; the law was said to be weaker when female teachers are accused.
- 02:00
A pastor-turned-digital scholar said churches should use AI for admin, research and sermon support, but warned against replacing pastoral care, authenticity, privacy and accountability with machines.
- 02:40
PPS said corruption and maladministration are putting engineers, lawyers, accountants and whistleblowers at real risk, with weak enforcement and poor protection allowing intimidation, career damage and even killings.