RC 260831SAfmJon Gericke
Monday, 31 August 2026
The episode focused on political accountability, COSATU’s dilemma over the ANC-SACP split, Eskom’s profit amid electricity hardship, and Lalela Mswane’s reflections on public life.
- 22:51
COSATU’s Matthew Parks said unions are gathering mandates before its congress in two weeks, where members will debate whether to support the ANC, SACP, both or another approach.
- 22:50
Parks said COSATU still recommends voting ANC but recognises members support parties including the EFF, DA, FF Plus and MK, while unions remain autonomous in their decisions.
- 22:54
COSATU wants an alliance summit and political council to rebuild cooperation between the ANC and SACP, which Parks said remains essential despite serious policy disagreements and blunders.
- 22:08
Eskom reported a net profit of R30.3 billion for the financial year, while callers and the host questioned the burden of electricity prices on households struggling to afford basic power.
- 23:39
Lalela Mswane said geopolitical pressure during her Miss South Africa tenure led to three years of therapy, describing the scrutiny and public abuse as deeply affecting her and her family.