Former uMkhonto Wesizwe party Member of Parliament Colleen Makhubele is trading the corridors of power for the sound waves of national radio. Daily Sun can exclusively reveal that Makhubele, 45, resigned from the MK party on Monday, 23 February, and has signed a contract to become one of Power FM’s talk show hosts, officially starting on 1 March.
A senior MK party member confirmed the news, saying that Power FM founder Given Mkhari and co-founder of Capricorn FM had been wooing Makhubele for some time. “He believes she’s articulate and has a stunning radio voice. She had been reluctant but decided to take the offer after Given kept persuading her to join the station,” the source said.
Makhubele, who hails from Giyani, joins a growing roster of high-profile politicians turned radio hosts. Power FM previously hired political analyst Professor JJ Tabane, and after his departure, former Economic Freedom Fighters spokesperson and ex-MP Mbuyiseni Ndlozi joined the station. Makhubele will also share studio space with former City Press editor Mondli Makhanya, who reportedly joined the station last week.
Makhubele first entered Parliament in early 2025 following the MK party’s strong showing in the May 2024 general elections, which saw the party become the official opposition. She was appointed parliamentary chief whip in May 2025, replacing Mzwanele Manyi, though internal party reshuffles saw her removed, reinstated, and removed again as chief whip in November 2025 and February 2026 respectively.
Before joining the MK party, Makhubele served as Speaker of the City of Johannesburg after being elected as a councillor under Cope. She also founded and led the South African Rainbow Alliance before her transition to the MK party. In her resignation letter, she thanked party president Jacob Zuma for the opportunity to serve, noting that she would “forever cherish the opportunity to serve the nation of South Africa, its citizens, and the MK party.”
Her move to Power FM marks a significant career shift, positioning her to bring her political experience, sharp analysis, and outspoken style to national audiences. Industry insiders suggest that her programme will focus on current affairs and political discourse, drawing on her extensive knowledge of the South African political landscape.
While Makhubele has not responded to calls or texts seeking comment, a Power FM employee confirmed her appointment. Mkhari, meanwhile, was unavailable for comment at the time of publication.
With her arrival, Power FM continues to consolidate its reputation as a hub for high-profile political voices, giving listeners direct access to perspectives from some of South Africa’s most prominent figures. For Makhubele, this is a chance to influence national debate in a whole new arena one broadcast to millions rather than debated in Parliament.
