RC 260824Power FMKefentse Mkhari
Monday, 24 August 2026
News and current affairs dominated the episode, with a hard-hitting wrap on ANC election pressure, MK’s expansion plans, the Madlanga Commission and an Eskom diesel scandal, before a devotional on mindset and reality.
- 00:33
ANC still has not settled its mayoral candidates for the eight metros, instead publishing a shortlist of 42 names as it heads towards the 4 November 2026 local government elections.
- 00:42
MK is targeting the Eastern Cape, especially Nelson Mandela Bay and Buffalo City, as divisions inside the ANC create an opening ahead of its 2029 national ambitions.
- 00:48
President Ramaphosa’s third phase of the government-business partnership again sets a 3% growth target, but the interview stressed that corruption and weak reforms keep the economy stuck.
- 01:01
Fedo Adams’ testimony at the Madlanga Commission was undermined by emails and records that contradicted his version, including his claim about when he requested a sworn statement.
- 01:08
Eskom is under scrutiny over 721 million rand paid for diesel that investigators say was only partly delivered, with the Hawks now handling suspected fraud and corruption.