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Why literacy is national infrastructure.
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Power, persuasion and the politics of influence.<br />
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Professional Communicator & Founder of a Boutique PR and Communications Company Appearing in her personal capacity<br />
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Guest: "Buti" Sigasa deputy chairperson of Independent Financial Advisory Forum<br />
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POWER SHIFT<br />
Inside the DA's leadership transformation and the 2029 ambition<br />
PROFESSOR ANDRE DUVENHAGE<br />
POLITICAL ANALYST<br />
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THE NEW<br />
COMFORT FOOD<br />
Why nostalgia, wellness and heritage are redefining what we eat in 2026<br />
CHEF ZAKIAH EBRAHIM<br />
DURBAN CHEF & ENTREPRENEUR<br />
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FRIDAY 21 AUGUST 2026<br />
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POWER SHIFT
Inside the DA's leadership transformation and the 2029 ambition
PROFESSOR ANDRE DUVENHAGE
POLITICAL ANALYST
FEATURE TWO: 
THE NEW
COMFORT FOOD
Why nostalgia, wellness and heritage are redefining what we eat in 2026
CHEF ZAKIAH EBRAHIM
DURBAN CHEF & ENTREPRENEUR

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		<description><![CDATA[For many South Africans, owning a home remains the ultimate symbol of success, stability and security. But behind the dream of property ownership lies a growing reality families taking on overwhelming debt, stretching themselves financially to renovate, upgrade or maintain lifestyles they can no longer afford. Beyond the numbers, there is also a more uncomfortable conversation around financial control within households, where one partner may use money and property decisions as a tool of power. Joining us is real estate agent Raees to discuss the <br />
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