Sunday Times Politics Weekly

When will electricity prices come down? What will it take to make Eskom more financially sustainable? And what role should coal play in South Africa’s energy future?

In this episode of Sunday Times Politics Weekly, host Mike Siluma speaks to Eskom board chairperson Mteto Nyati about the costs still weighing on the power utility, efforts to cut spending and the prospect of bringing electricity price increases down over time.

Nyati discusses the change in leadership following André de Ruyter’s departure as CEO, argues that South Africa should not abandon black economic empowerment, and reflects on race and recognition in corporate leadership. He also explains why he believes coal cannot simply be discarded, and why government and business need to work together to unlock investment, create jobs and support economic growth.

The conversation explores the difficult choices facing Eskom — and what they mean for South Africa’s electricity supply and economy.

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AfriForum CEO Kallie Kriel joins Sunday Times deputy editor Mike Siluma for a wide-ranging conversation.
They discuss AfriForum’s dual role as watchdog and community-builder, how the organisation defines “community”, its critique of race-based BEE, opposition to expropriation without compensation, and what “self-determination” actually means.
Kriel defends AfriForum’s engagement with the US president Donald Trump administration, explains the timeline around the US visa restrictions, and makes the case for treating farm murders as a priority crime. He also talks about the recent meeting with March and March, the “Kill the Boer” judgment, and relations with President Cyril Ramaphosa.
An exchange on identity, history, and whether AfriForum is part of the solution or part of the problem in South Africa.

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MK Party Johannesburg mayoral candidate Bongani Baloyi joins Sunday Times Politics Weekly for a wide-ranging conversation with Sunday Times deputy editor Mike Siluma.
Baloyi discusses his vision for Johannesburg, including the city’s finances, service delivery, infrastructure, housing, economic development, security and the future of the CBD. He also outlines his proposals for restructuring the city’s municipal entities, improving revenue collection and maintenance, and expanding economic opportunities in townships.
The conversation also explores Baloyi’s political journey — from joining the DA as a teenager, to ActionSA, forming Xiluva and ultimately joining the MK Party. He explains why he says his move to MK was driven by political conviction, his relationship with party leader Jacob Zuma, and his ambitions for Johannesburg.
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In this episode of the Sunday Times Politics Weekly, deputy editor Mike Siluma speaks to Tshwane executive mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya. The mayor describes herself as a reluctant politician who actually dislikes the culture of politics. She explains how she moved from academic and professional roles in the DA and ActionSA into the mayoral office, and why she sees herself as a technocrat focused on governance rather than ideology. They discuss the city’s serious financial challenges, the corruption syndicates she has uncovered, her disappointment over the written warning given to CFO Gareth Mnisi, the impact of illegal immigration on municipal services, the barriers facing women in politics, and what Tshwane could look like after another five years under her leadership. Moya also directly addresses the allegations about renovations at her private home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Helen Zille is back on the campaign trail — this time aiming to become mayor of Johannesburg.

The former Western Cape premier and long-time Democratic Alliance (DA) leader says South Africa’s economic hub can be turned around after years of instability, corruption and failing infrastructure.

In this episode of Sunday Times Politics Weekly, Zille speaks to Sunday Times deputy edior Mike Siluma about her plans for Johannesburg, why she believes coalition governments have failed the city, and whether the DA can defeat the ANC in the upcoming local elections.

She also discusses tackling organised crime, enforcing immigration laws, the role of metro police and the political lessons voters should draw from years of coalition instability. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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