‘We were written out of history’: Phemelo Motene on why SA writers must tell their own stories
At its core, the Book Club is an extension of something host Phemelo has always held close:
At its core, the Book Club is an extension of something host Phemelo has always held close:
Discover the groundbreaking skills programme tackling unemployment and building a more resilient nation. Listen to the full podcast interview inside! In the wake of the July 2021 civil unrest, many South Africans were left asking a critical question: How do we prevent this from happening again? For the South African Special Risks Insurance Association (SASRIA), the state-owned specialist insurer for civil commotion, terrorism, and public disorder, the answer […]
Katlego Sekhu Image by ASphotofamily on Freepik South Africa’s private healthcare sector is increasingly being criticised for prioritising profit over patients. A new investigation by Open Secrets reveals how billions are paid out to shareholders As debates around the NHI Bill intensify, questions about transparency, regulation, and the role of state investment in private healthcare are coming under sharper focus. South Africa’s two-tier health system is once again under scrutiny. […]
Katlego Sekhu /Image: Nationaldebtadvisors.co.za/ The Department of Social Development has assured that social grants will not be disrupted when SASSA’s contract with Postbank ends. Over three million beneficiaries who rely on Postbank will continue receiving payments directly into their bank accounts. Measures are being planned for rural communities, including communication through African language stations and mobile banking trucks to improve access. Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe has moved to allay […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @PresidencyZA/X The National Dialogue Convention is facing criticism and controversy ahead of its start. Key institutions, including the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, have withdrawn their support, citing government interference. The event's stated goal is to forge a new national consensus, but critics fear it will be "political theatre." As South Africa prepares to host its inaugural National Dialogue Convention, a cloud of uncertainty hangs over the two-day […]
Refilwe Modiselle joins Point of View to share more about her journey of writing her new children's book titled Zizi’s World: Through Her Vanilla Eyes. Zuko Komisa Image| refilwemodiselle/Instagram Trailblazing model and media personality Refilwe Modiselle has launched her debut children’s book, Zizi’s World: Through Her Vanilla Eyes. Zizi’s World tells the story of a young girl with albinism named Zizi, exploring themes of courage, kindness, and embracing one's differences. […]
Zuko Komisa Twenty-five young children have died of hunger in Nelson Mandela Bay this past year. This alarming figure has nearly doubled from the previous year, highlighting a severe health emergency. The deaths have led to urgent calls for intervention to tackle food insecurity in the metro. Image | Adobe Stock A deeply distressing situation has unfolded in Nelson Mandela Bay, where a staggering 25 young children, all under the […]
Zuko Komisa Image | GCIS South Africa's National Assembly approved the 2025 Appropriations Bill on Thursday, 24 July 2025, allocating R2.3 trillion for the upcoming financial year. The Bill, focusing on debt, social support, and public services, passed with support from the DA and others, but faced opposition from the EFF and MK Party. This approval authorises government spending, ensuring continued essential services and operations. The National Assembly (NA) on […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @kayanews/X Thembisa residents protested a R126 fixed electricity fee. The demonstrations turned violent, blocking roads. Ekurhuleni's Mayor temporarily suspended the fee, pending a council meeting. A wave of intense protests by Thembisa residents has led to a temporary reprieve from a contentious R126 fixed monthly electricity fee, following a dramatic standoff with authorities that saw roads blockaded and rubber bullets fired. The township was plunged into […]