https://rss.iono.fm/c/9952 Khuluma Ukhululeke — The Industry Torque Show is where the guardrails come off. Host Lwazi Manqele sits down with CEOs, entrepreneurs, and changemakers for unfiltered conversations about business, innovation, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. From boardroom strategy to bold ideas that shake up entire industries, every episode brings the torque — power, momentum, and honesty you won't find in a polished press release. If you're building, leading, or just curious how the world of industry actually works, this is your seat at the table. Government en Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:12:38 +0200 Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:10:21 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.3.0 The Podcast Cafe Online no Lwazi Ka Manqele Monthly feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p4414/logo_9952_20260702_054536_1400.jpeg https://rss.iono.fm/c/9952 Khuluma Ukhululeke — The Industry Torque Show is where the guardrails come off. The Podcast Cafe Online episodic The Podcast Cafe Online lwazithebrand@proton.me false ZA https://iono.fm/e/1733437 https://iono.fm/e/1733437
Recorded at the 6th Annual State-Owned Enterprises Conference 2026, organised by MILLA SA at the Premier Hotel Umhlanga, Durban (22-23 October 2026), the conversation covers the separation of powers between shareholders and boards, fiduciary responsibility for shareholder representatives, transparent merit-based appointments, Companies Tribunal disputes, reform beyond privatisation versus state control, and rebuilding public trust through clear communication.

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Hashtags: #SOEConference2026 #StateOwnedEnterprises #SouthAfrica #Governance #NorthCoastRadio ]]> Government Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:34:00 +0200 0 0 SOE Governance in South Africa: Interview with Dr Minah Tong-Mongalo at the 2026 MILLA SA SOE Conference 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 33:34 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1732901 https://iono.fm/e/1732901
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South Africa’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs) do not have an oversight shortage. They have a follow-through problem. In this episode of Khuluma Ukhululeke, host Lwazi Manqele speaks with Tshamano Netshivhazwaulu, Director: Compliance at Gauteng Provincial Treasury and Chairperson of the 6th Annual State-Owned Enterprises Conference 2026, organised by MILLA SA in Durban.

Topics covered:

Why the SOE “strategic reset” is needed and what success looks like by 2027
Recurring compliance failures: procurement, audit action plans, consequence management and risk management
Where oversight breaks down between boards, shareholder representatives and assurance providers
SOE reform models beyond privatisation versus state control, including strategic partnerships, commercialisation, subsidiaries and listing
What turnaround SOEs have in common
Fiscal risk early-warning indicators for treasuries and investors
Ethical leadership and board appointments ]]> Government Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:14:00 +0200 0 0 SOE Strategic Reset: Governance, Oversight & Accountability in South Africa 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 16:41 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1719692 https://iono.fm/e/1719692 As cities and municipalities grapple with aging infrastructure and outdated asset registers, the need for innovative solutions has never been more pressing. Kaveer and Samantha shed light on the concept of integrated infrastructure ecosystems, which aim to create a single, trusted source of asset information across various domains. This approach not only streamlines data management but also enhances decision-making capabilities for public sector managers by integrating geospatial data, financial information, and condition assessments. Discover how modernizing asset registers and transitioning from reactive to predictive maintenance can help cash-strapped municipalities improve budgeting, resource allocation, and audit readiness.

Tune in for a comprehensive look at how digital technologies and strategic partnerships are driving better service delivery outcomes and shaping the future of public sector infrastructure. ]]> Government Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:19:00 +0200 0 0 Building Bridges: Enhancing Public Sector Asset Management with Kaveer Harrilall and Samantha Makhwara 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 29:35 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1718543 https://iono.fm/e/1718543
Join us as we uncover how effective management of public assets can lead to meaningful improvements in service delivery and community well-being.

Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:00) The Impact of Public Sector Work
(05:30) Understanding Public Sector Property Management
(10:00) Asset Optimization and Underutilized Properties
(15:00) Digital Transformation in Asset Management
(20:00) The Future of Public Property Management
(25:00) Conclusion and Closing Thoughts ]]> Government Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:47:00 +0200 0 0 Transforming Public Assets: The Key to South Africa's Future 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 36:03 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1718151 https://iono.fm/e/1718151
Key Discussion Highlights
The State Portfolio Challenge: Analyzing why government-held property portfolios frequently face administrative bottlenecks, vacancy issues, and the underlying accountability deficit in public custodianship.

Unlocking Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Examining how regulatory adjustments and reduced red tape can successfully catalyze private sector capital deployment into state and municipal arenas.

Practical Market Conversions: Real-world case studies detailing commercial office-to-residential conversions, legacy retail transformations, and geospatial data-mapping applications.

Economic Impact & Growth: Reallocating locked-up "dead capital" into high-demand housing, industrial warehousing, and sustainable infrastructure to stimulate regional GDP. ]]> Government Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:05:00 +0200 0 0 Unlocking Value – Transforming Public Assets into Opportunities 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 25:48 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1715079 https://iono.fm/e/1715079 In this special current affairs podcast, North Coast Radio’s Current Affairs Producer Lwazi Manqele sits down with Annette Lindeque, Chief Executive Officer of Intersite Asset Investments. Recorded ahead of the 16th Annual Public Sector Property and Asset Management Conference at The Capital Zimbali in Durban, Lindeque unpacks Intersite’s progressive model for public asset optimization under the theme "Public Assets for Public Value: Digital Foundations, Resilience and Sustainable Real Estate in the Public Sector." Tune in as we explore:The Intersite Model in Action: How transport hubs like Cape Town Station were successfully repositioned into vibrant economic nodes delivering thousands of student accommodation beds. Unlocking Private Investment: The roughly 30 development partnerships representing close to R9 billion in private-sector investment, alongside a major rooftop solar rollout across 12 sites. Overcoming Structural Obstacles: Tackling deferred maintenance, fragmented institutional responsibilities, and unreliable asset registers through modern digital infrastructure—including GIS, BIM, IoT sensors, and digital twins. Strategic Policy Reform: Lindeque's definitive take on the immediate digital and performance-based reforms needed to turn state property portfolios into sustainable economic drivers.
Whether you are a municipal leader, property professional, investor, or citizen invested in public sector efficiency, this episode offers a forward-looking roadmap for South Africa's public infrastructure landscape ]]> Government Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:56:00 +0200 0 0 Unearthing Public Asset Value: Annette Lindeque on Transforming State Property Into Economic Capital 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 30:03 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1714774 https://iono.fm/e/1714774
In this feature episode of Khuluma Ukhululeke: The Industry Torque Show on North Coast Radio 104.0 MHz, host Lwazi Manqele sits down with Mbali Ngwenda, Communications & Media Relations Manager for NUMSA. Together, they break down the high-stakes battle for South Africa's energy sovereignty, exploring the macroeconomic realities of grid unbundling, industrial tariffs, and the future of the working class.

Key Discussion Points:

00:00 - Introduction: The State of South Africa's Energy Sector and Utility Pressures

05:15 - Unpacking the Unbundling: What Shifting Transmission Assets Means for Public Infrastructure

14:30 - Union Power vs. Grid Tension: Protecting Jobs in Heavy Industries and Manufacturing

26:40 - The Financial Realities: Balancing Sovereign Debt, Tariffs, and State Ownership

38:10 - The Road Ahead: NUMSA’s Strategy for Equitable Energy Access

Listen & Subscribe:
Catch the full broadcast on North Coast Radio 104.0 MHz, or stream on-demand via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.

#Eskom #NUMSA #EnergySovereignty #SouthAfrica #KhulumaUkhululeke #NorthCoastRadio #LabourMovement #IndustrialPolicy #LwaziManqele ]]> Government Sun, 06 Sep 2026 09:47:00 +0200 0 0 Episode 2: NUMSA vs. ESKOM – The Battle for South Africa’s Grid and Labour Future 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 53:29 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1691556 https://iono.fm/e/1691556 Government Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:13:00 +0200 0 0 Striking Back — Workers' Rights and the BAIC Motors Controversy in COEGA 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 33:05 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1691554?v=2 https://iono.fm/e/1691554?v=2 Government Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0200 0 0 How KZN is Building South Africa's Next Bleisure Economy | Brian Mpono | Khuluma Ukhululeke 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 34:55 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1690162 https://iono.fm/e/1690162 Discover how BRICS plans to:
• Increase exports and industrialisation
• Support SMEs with improved trade finance
• Expand electric vehicle manufacturing
• Promote local supplier development
• Strengthen Africa's position in global trade
• Create jobs and opportunities for young South Africans
The discussion also explores South Africa's preparations to chair BRICS in 2028 and what businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, and students should expect over the coming years.
Guest: Adv. Mtho Xulu
President, South African BRICS Business Council
Interviewer: Lwazi Manqele
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#BRICS #SouthAfrica #Business #Trade #Investment #Africa #Economy #Entrepreneurship #SMEs #Innovation #Export #Manufacturing #YouthDevelopment #LwaziManqele #NorthCoastRadio ]]> Government Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:16:00 +0200 0 0 BRICS+ WILL CHANGE SA! 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 19:13 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show https://iono.fm/e/1670164 https://iono.fm/e/1670164 Government Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:12:00 +0200 0 0 Cultural Diplomacy: MIAGI 25 Years of Investing the South African Music 0 0 Lwazi Ka Manqele full 37:50 Khuluma Ukhululeke - The Industry Torque Show