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A powerful new book is about to hit the shelves, celebrating the Pan-African women who challenged the status quo and changed their societies forever.
The Work of Women: A Pan-African History of Women Who Remade the World is written by historian and Imfundo Hub CEO Dr Vashna Jaganarth, and published by Nyenyezi Books founder Nkanyezi Tshabalala.
Guest: Nkanyezi Tshabalala: Publisher and Founder of Nyenyezi Books
Guest: Dr. Vashna Jagarnath: CEO of ImfundoHub & Public Historian
For years, period poverty was treated as simply a lack of access to sanitary products. But we now know the impact runs much deeper — keeping girls out of school and limiting their opportunities.
Today, we meet entrepreneur and industrialist Lindiwe Nkuna-Kgopa, owner of LSP, who is helping redefine women’s role in the manufacturing of sanitary pads
Guest: Lindiwe Nkuna-Kgopa: entrepreneur & Founder & CEO, Lindiwe Sanitary Pads
As questions around her death continue, we ask: just how prevalent is GBVF among South Africa’s youth — and what is driving it?
Guest: Lisa Vetten: gender specialist on violence against women appointed to the Commission for Gender Equality (CGE)
Guest: Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo: former chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Health & Former Deputy Minister for Health
Guest: Peter Ucko: CEO at the Tobacco, Alcohol and Gambling Advisory Advocacy and Action
The South African AIDS Council (SANAC) highlights key issues to help fight HIV/AIDS
Guest: Dr Thembisile Xulu: CEO of the South African AIDS Council (SANAC) Trust
Women's Month: "Quiet Coping" – The Hidden Mental Health Cost of Silence
Guest: Tracey Lee Kotzen: CEO of Mental Wellness Initiative
SAfm Celebrating 90th birthday and Women’s Month with Profile interview
Guest: Nomsa Chabeli: SABC Group CEO
We unpack what the law says about the trend where companies/institutions employ people on contract for years with no benefits. Many resign, retire or die with nothing in the bank. Joanne Joseph is in conversation with Prof Stefan van Eck who is a Professor in labour law at the University of Pretoria and Congress of South African Trade Union's (COSATU) Parliamentary Coordinator, Matthew Parks.
Interpol's African Cyberthreat Assessment Report, says South Africa's home to more digital threats than anywhere else on the continent. Joanne Joseph speaks to Cyber Law, Public Policy and Internet Governance Expert, Zanyiwe Nthatisi Asare on the types of attacks the general public experience
South African media houses are haemorrhaging jobs. Joanne Joseph is in conversation with CEO and co-founder of Daily Discourse , Styli Charalambous on the funding required to keep media houses sustainable
Gauteng's Social Development Department has delayed payments to a number of social welfare organisations, putting them in financial distress. Joanne Joseph speaks to Ground Up, Deputy Editor, Daniel Steyn and Acting Director Gauteng Department of Social Development, Lerato Bob
Civil society organisation, Groundwork Collective, is calling on South Africans to play their part in the upcoming local government elections as election observers. It's running the Protect Our Democracy Independent Election Observer Programme, and trying to find 7-thousand patriotic South Africans to volunteer as independent election observers on the 4th of November. Joanne Joseph speaks to Founder and CEO of Ground Work Collective, Mbali Ntuli
Universities are meant to be places of learning—but what happens when the people doing the teaching are pushed beyond their limits? Disturbing reports have emerged from Unisa, with claims that overwhelming workloads are taking a devastating toll on staff. Following three staff deaths in June and several stress-related hospitalisations, serious questions are being asked about the working conditions at the institution. One family believes the pressure came at the ultimate cost. We're joined now by the sister of one of the academics who passed away in June.
Guest: Sibongile Poyo Hadebe: sister of lecturer Unathi Poyo
Universities are meant to be places of learning—but what happens when the people doing the teaching are pushed beyond their limits? Disturbing reports have emerged from Unisa, with claims that overwhelming workloads are taking a devastating toll on staff. Following three staff deaths in June and several stress-related hospitalisations, serious questions are being asked about the working conditions at the institution.
Guest: Professor Boitumelo Ben Senokoane is an academic, theologian, and institutional leader at the University of South Africa (Unisa)
For many people, academia seems like a prestigious career—but behind the lecture halls and research papers, a growing number of academics say they're battling impossible workloads, mounting pressure and toxic workplace cultures. So serious are these concerns that they're now the focus of a forthcoming book. Its author, Research Associate at the Gordon Institute of Business Science, Dr Beata Buhlungu, has been examining what she describes as the ill-treatment of academics at South Africa's institutions of higher learning.
Guest: Dr Beata Buhlungu: Research Associate · GIBS Business School (Gordon Institute of Business Science
A conversation on financial abuse yesterday sparked an important question: How many couples really think through the financial consequences of the marriage contract they sign? For many, it's a decision made once—but one that can shape your financial future for years to come. As we mark Women's Month, we're unpacking the issues that affect women's financial security, including the difference between marrying in community of property and by antenuptial contract, and why that choice could make all the difference if a marriage comes to an end.
Guest: Tshepo Mojapelo, Director at Mojapelo Attorneys
Imagine missing an entire school year—not because you don't want to learn, but because you simply can't get to school. That's the reality for 50 learners at Qhayi-yalethu High School in Tsitsikamma, where the lack of scholar transport has kept many out of the classroom since the start of the year. Parents have been forced to dig deep to cover transport costs, but for many families, it's an expense they simply can't sustain.
Guest: Unathi Binqose: Eastern Cape Transport Department spokesperson
The gender pay gap - lower earnings than men over a period of time mean women have less to put away.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch: Bryan Hirsch Colley & Associates (BHCA)
As SAfm marks the start of its 90th birthday celebrations this August, we're also shining a spotlight on Women's Month and one of the most overlooked forms of gender-based violence: financial abuse. Tomorrow, the Gordon Institute of Business Science hosts its inaugural Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Conference, where Nedbank Chief Marketing Officer Khensani Nobanda will join a thought-provoking panel asking a difficult but necessary question: Are some banking practices unintentionally trapping survivors in cycles of financial dependence, instead of helping them rebuild their lives?
GUEST: Khensani Nobanda: Chief Marketing Officer at Nedbank
The magic of theatre is meant to be experienced by everyone—but for many people living with disabilities, the curtain often comes down before they even get through the door. From physical barriers to limited accessible performances, the theatre space still has a long way to go. As we continue to push for greater inclusion, we're asking: what will it take to make the performing arts truly accessible to all?
Guest: Kamogelo Molobye: lecturer, wits school of arts
For decades, filmmaking has been one of the most expensive forms of storytelling. But with rapid advances in technology—especially artificial intelligence and virtual production—that's beginning to change. Virtual studios are emerging in South Africa and around the world, allowing filmmakers to create stunning, hyper-realistic worlds without ever leaving the studio. As the lines between the real and the digital continue to blur, the big question is: how will this technology reshape the future of filmmaking?
Guest: Eileen Sandrock: MediaValley transformative Executive Director and COO
Themba Sibeko: Creative Director & Producer in Film and Television Industry
She’s one of South Africa’s finest stage and screen actresses, but for SAfm listeners, she’s also a familiar and much-loved voice. A former SAfm presenter whose storytelling still graces our airwaves through our book readings, she recently captivated audiences with her performance of In the Shadow of the Springs I Saw by Barbara Adair, effortlessly bringing every character to life with a remarkable range of accents. It's a pleasure to welcome the exceptionally talented Dr Fiona Ramsay.
Guest: Dr Fiona Ramsay: Former Safm Presenter
The magic of theatre is meant to be experienced by everyone—but for many people living with disabilities, the curtain often comes down before they even get through the door. From physical barriers to limited accessible performances, the theatre space still has a long way to go. As we continue to push for greater inclusion, we're asking: what will it take to make the performing arts truly accessible to all?
Guest: Neka Da Costa: lecturer, Wits school of arts
Imagine being prescribed antibiotics for a serious infection... only to discover they no longer work. It may sound like a future problem, but it's already happening. Antimicrobial resistance is on the rise, allowing the bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites that cause disease to outsmart the medicines designed to kill them. The Conversation warns this growing threat could make once-routine infections far more difficult—and even impossible—to treat. Just how serious is the problem, and what can be done to stop it?
Guest: John Paul Makumbi Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Microbiology, Stellenbosch University
A legal battle is brewing over one of Parliament's highest-paid officials. The Democratic Alliance is heading to court to challenge both the appointment of Parliamentary Secretary Xolile George and the hefty salary increase he received shortly after taking office. According to TimesLIVE, the 70% pay hike pushed his annual salary to R4.4 million, raising fresh questions about transparency, accountability, and whether proper processes were followed.
Guest: George Michalakis, DA parliamentary leader
South Africa's tough economic climate is continuing to claim casualties. More businesses are shutting their doors, and the latest figures paint a worrying picture. BusinessTech reports that business liquidations rose again in June compared with May, bringing the total number of companies forced to close since the start of the year to more than 1,300. So, what's driving this wave of closures, and what does it say about the health of the country's economy?
Guest: Khulekani Mathe BUSA CEO Designate
A deeply disturbing case that has sparked outrage returns to court today. A 47-year-old Boschkop man is facing an attempted murder charge after allegedly lying about his HIV status and intentionally infecting his girlfriend. Prosecutors say he falsely claimed to be HIV negative, only admitting the truth after she discovered antiretroviral medication in his possession. The woman has since tested HIV positive, and it's further alleged that the accused told her he infected her on purpose because he didn't want her to be with anyone else. The case raises difficult legal, medical and ethical questions about disclosure, consent and accountability.
Guest: Dr Jillian Gardner is a Senior Lecturer in Bioethics and Health Law and Head of the MSc (Med) and PhD by Dissertation Programmes at the Steve Biko Centre for Bioethics, University of the Witwatersrand
Guest: Siraaj Khan, Attorney of the High Court and Lecturer at the Steve Biko Centre for Bioethics at Wits University
The City of Johannesburg is turning up the heat on alleged financial misconduct, with more than R4 billion in questionable expenditure now under scrutiny. Thirteen cases have been referred to the city's independent Disciplinary Board for investigation, signalling a tougher stance on accountability. But will this crackdown lead to real consequences, or is it simply another chapter in the long fight against waste and corruption?
GUEST: Loyiso Masuku: Deputy Mayor and MMC of Finance in the City of Joburg
Analysts are asking whether South Africa's key anti-corruption unit is about to get the reset it desperately needs. The Investigative Directorate Against Corruption is set for a major overhaul after weeks of damaging testimony before the Madlanga Commission exposed serious concerns about its leadership and internal operations. Justice Minister Mmamaloko Kubayi and National Director of Public Prosecutions Andy Mothibi have now unveiled sweeping changes to the unit, raising the question: will this restore confidence in South Africa's fight against corruption?
GUEST: Andy Mashaile: Security Strategist
For thousands of South African students, earning a bachelor's degree isn't the end of the struggle—it's the beginning of a new financial hurdle. While NSFAS helps many undergraduates access higher education, there's no equivalent state funding for most postgraduate studies. As a result, many aspiring researchers and professionals are forced to take on multiple jobs, incur debt, or even turn to risky and illegal means to finance their education. So, is South Africa doing enough to support the next generation of academics, scientists and skilled professionals?
GUEST: Siyabonga Goni: An Education reporter from Daily Maverick Cape,
Women's Month begins tomorrow, and while we've made progress, the journey towards true equality is far from over. Across boardrooms, businesses and workplaces, women continue to juggle career ambitions with family responsibilities, while navigating barriers, bias and the pressure to succeed on every front. So, what more needs to be done to ensure women don't just participate in the economy—but thrive in it? We're joined by Natalie Druion, Executive Head of Conversation at Momentum Group, to discuss how Momentum's #SheOwnsHerSuccess Media Jamboree is empowering women through shared experiences, practical insights and meaningful conversations.
GUEST: Natalie Druion: Executive head of conversation at Momentum Group
If you've been thinking about booking a flight, you may want to do it sooner rather than later. Airfares are expected to climb as airlines grapple with soaring fuel costs, driven by a sharp rise in global oil prices linked to escalating tensions involving the United States and Iran. The big question is: how much more will South Africans end up paying to fly, and could these higher costs ripple through the broader economy?
GUEST: Guy Leitch: Aviation Analyst,
Winter isn't done with us just yet. South Africans are being warned to prepare for another icy blast, with snow expected in parts of the country over the coming days. Along with freezing temperatures, the cold front could bring travel disruptions and challenging conditions in affected areas. So, how severe will it be, and which regions should be getting ready?
GUEST: Lehlohonolo Thobela:meteorologist, South African Weather Service (SAWS)
What does it mean to be South African today? New research from Brand South Africa suggests our sense of national identity may be shifting in a worrying way. Where people once identified themselves as South African first, many are now placing their ethnic identity ahead of their national one. Is this simply a reflection of our diversity, or a sign that social cohesion is beginning to fray?
GUEST: Teresa Oakley -Smith: Founder and MD of Diversi-T
As we start to round off Mandela Month, we’re prompted to reflect on the South Africa of Madiba’s time and the country in which we live today. Cultural expert, Professor Kealeboga Maphunye join us to explore The South Africa Mandela Left Behind: Combating Poverty and Inequality.
Guest: Prof Kealeboga Maphunye, Cultural Expert,
Brand South Africa is set to unveil its State of the Nation Brand Report and Global Reputation Study—a powerful snapshot of our national identity, reputation and global standing.
Under the theme, "How We See Ourselves, How the World Sees Us," the report explores the gap between South Africans' perceptions of their country and how South Africa is viewed on the global stage.
Guest: Mmaphuti Rankapole-Tshifularo, CMO at Brand SA
PAID FOR: Post - State of the District Address
Guest: Dr Bhekisisa Mthembu: Municipal Manager, Amathole District Municipality
Are South Africans getting ahead financially, or just getting by? Old Mutual's latest Savings and Investment Monitor paints a mixed picture, revealing cautious optimism alongside rising debt, uneven savings habits and a widening economic divide. The survey tracks employed South Africans earning R8,000 a month or more.
Guest: Vuyokazi Mabude, Head of Brand at Old Mutual
The fight over expiring mobile data is back in the spotlight. Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies says there's no technical reason for South Africans to lose unused data. The committee made the remarks during an oversight visit to MTN's headquarters in Roodepoort, as MTN and Vodacom continue their court challenge against communications regulator ICASA.
Guest: Khusela Diko: Chairperson of ParliamentPortfolio Committee on Communications and Digital Technologies
Brand South Africa is set to unveil its State of the Nation Brand Report and Global Reputation Study—a powerful snapshot of our national identity, reputation and global standing.
Under the theme, "How We See Ourselves, How the World Sees Us," the report explores the gap between South Africans' perceptions of their country and how South Africa is viewed on the global stage.
Guest: Olebogeng Mabala: Head of Research at Brand SA
This coming weekend, the 1st and 2nd of August, is your last chance to register for the local government election on the 4th of November. It’s now less than 100 days away. Let’s chat to the Independent Electoral Commission about what you need to know if you haven’t registered yet.
Guest: Masego Sheburi: IEC Deputy CEO
Brand South Africa is about to launch its State of the Nation Brand Report and Global Reputation Study. The theme is How We See Ourselves, How the World Sees Us.
Guest: Neville Matjie:Brand SA CEO
It's the last Wednesday of the month, which means it's time to answer your questions. Over the past few weeks you've sent us a wide range of queries, and we've grouped together those on similar topics to make sure we cover as many as possible in today's programme.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch: Financial advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates
A heartbreaking tragedy has once again exposed the dark side of the digital world. A 13-year-old boy reportedly took his own life after allegedly being targeted in an online extortion scam, renewing urgent calls for stronger online safety measures for children. The incident raises difficult questions about the responsibilities of parents, schools, tech companies and lawmakers in protecting young people from growing digital threats.
Guest: Emma Sadlier: Social Media Law Specialist
South Africa may be off the global financial watchdog's greylist—but the pressure is far from over. Tougher international rules on tackling money laundering and terrorist financing mean the country can't afford to relax. Experts warn that unless South Africa strengthens its investigations, prosecutions and enforcement, it risks landing back on the greylist, threatening investor confidence, trade and the cost of doing business.
Guest: Prof Patrick Bond: Distinguished Professor of Sociology at University of Johannesburg
South Africa could be heading for another energy crunch—this time with gas. From 2028, Sasol is expected to scale back its gas supply, raising alarm bells about the country's energy security, the cost of doing business and the impact on household budgets. Experts warn that unless alternative gas sources are secured urgently, industries could face major disruptions, economic growth could take a hit, and consumers may end up paying significantly more for energy.
Guest: Dr Davies Tsikayi: Energy Specialist from Africa International Advisors
Cape Town is charging into the future of public transport. The city has unveiled its first all-electric MyCiTi buses, a major step in cutting diesel emissions and modernising its transport network. After successful testing across Cape Town's diverse routes, 38 battery-electric buses are set to hit the roads, promising cleaner air, lower operating costs and a more reliable service—while also giving a boost to local manufacturing and South Africa's shift towards greener mobility.
Guest: Rob Quintas: MMC For Mobility City Of Cape Town
Onwabile Lubhelwana, spokesperson of Gauteng Education speaks to Joanne Joseph about the delays in the online admissions process
Ballerina Returns to SA after Prestigious school. Joanne Joseph speaks to the ballerina, Candice Desilets
SADC Meeting on the economic future of the region is taking place in Ethekwini. Joanne Joseph speaks to the Deputy Minister for DTIC, John Steenhuisen
Principal Analyst, Market Inquiries Division, Competition Commission, Tshegofatso Radinku speaks on how franchising has the potential to improve economic growth
Popo Molefe, Former PRASA board chair speaks on the need for PRASA to recoup the money lost to the tall-trains Swifambo deal
Failed democracy causing disinterest in the electoral process, this is according to Former statistician General, Dr Pali Lehohla
Ismail Joosub, Manager of Constitutional Advancement at the FW de Klerk Foundation speaks to Joanne Joseph about what is needed for IDAC to regain its integrity and return to its original purpose following the resignation of its head, Andrea Johnson
South Africa’s police service is in for a major reset. Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has unveiled the Police Reset Agenda — a plan that includes four new police commissioners, 140 high-crime priority stations and an additional 5,500 police constables. The minister is also rolling out a National Organised Crime Strategy, in a bid to put SAPS on a new path and tackle the country’s escalating crime crisis.
Guest: Thulani Sibuyi: The Civilian Secretariat for Police Service (CSPS), Director-General
For years, load shedding was South Africa’s defining crisis. Now, the country’s water crisis is threatening to reach the same scale, with unreliable supply affecting communities across the country. But what will it take to build a more water-secure future? Water Research Commission CEO Dr Jennifer Molwantwa argues that stronger municipal leadership and community action must come together to tackle the crisis.
Guest: Jay Bhagwan:Executive Manager at the Water Research Commission
Air pollution is often the invisible threat we forget to check alongside the day’s temperature. But in South Africa, especially Gauteng, the air we breathe is becoming a serious public health concern. New research from the Centre for Energy and Clean Air is putting the spotlight on just how deadly our pollution problem has become.
Guest: Prof Roelof Burger: Director of the Centre for Global Change Unit for Environmental Sciences and Management North West University,
President Cyril Ramaphosa has accepted the head of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption, Advocate Andrea Johnson, to resign with immediate effect.
Her departure follows weeks of mounting pressure over her testimony before the Madlanga Commission, including a series of concessions under cross-examination and complaints lodged against her conduct.
Adv. Glynnis Breytenbach: Former Prosecutor for the NPA
Public Interest SA has called for the Legal Practice Council to investigate Andrea Johnson's conduct following her testimony at the Madlanga Commission.
Repo rate remains unchanged as a temporary relief measure according to the Institute for Economic Justice. Joanne Joseph speaks to Liso Mdutyana for the Institute for Economic Justice
Rise Mzansi reacts to Ramaphosa interdict Mabine Seabe, Rise Mzansi spokesperson reacts to President Cyril Ramaphosa successfully interdicting parliament from continuing with an impeachment process.
Section 27 report finds that health budgets fails women and climate- vulnerable communities. Joanne speaks to Budget Researcher at SECTION27, Mduduzi Nkosi to get more on the report.
Constitutional Law Expert at Wits University, Dr Shadi Maganoe reacts to President Cyril Ramaphosa successfully interdicting parliament from continuing with an impeachment process.
Constitutional Law Expert at Wits University, Dr Shadi Maganoe on the upcoming judgment in the Western Cape High Court where President Cyril Ramaphosa is attempting to halt the impeachment process.
The Director Corusca Consulting, Khaya Sithole speaks to Joanne Joseph about the governance challenges facing the Public Investment Corporation following the resignation of Dr David Masondo as chairperson of the PIC.
Proudly SA CEO, Eustace Mashimbye speaks about the upcoming local wines expo taking place over the weekend
Senior scientist at the South African Medical Research Council, Dr Zoe Duby highlight access challenges in South Africa for the Lenacapavir HIV prevention rollout
Director of the Centre For Child Law, Karabo Oza speaks to Joanne Joseph about what the law says about parental alienation
Executive Manager at OUTA, Julius Kleynhans speaks to Joanne Joseph about borehole users no longer needing to register boreholes used for households.
As more people struggle with anxiety, depression and emotional distress, many are turning to AI chatbots for comfort and advice instead of mental health professionals. Whether it's cost, stigma, long waiting lists or the promise of anonymity, the trend is growing—but so are the concerns. Experts warn that while AI can be a useful tool, it's no substitute for qualified mental healthcare and, in some cases, could even make a crisis worse.
Guest: Dr Yumna Minty, Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
For many parents, a separation doesn't just end a relationship—it can also mean losing precious time with their children. Parental alienation, where one parent deliberately damages or blocks a child's relationship with the other parent, is a growing concern, with many fathers saying they're the ones most affected. The issue has now reached Parliament, with the African Transformation Movement calling for greater attention to its impact on families and children's wellbeing.
GUEST: Zama Ntshona, ATM spokesperson
Energy drinks are a favourite among many teenagers, but are they doing more harm than good? England is moving to ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s, citing growing health concerns. Could this be the kind of intervention needed to protect young people, and should South Africa be considering a similar move?
GUEST: Elske Rich, Dietitian and Spokesperson for The Association of Dietetics in South Africa
Some traders in Kimberley are counting the cost after surprise compliance raids by the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications and law enforcement agencies. Unsafe and non-compliant goods were seized as authorities cracked down on products that could put consumers at risk. What exactly were inspectors looking for, and what did they find?
GUEST: Jaco Marneweck, CMM (Chemical, Mechanical and Materials) Business Unit Acting General Manager
A Gauteng family is fighting to keep their children in school after falling behind on private school fees. The case has landed in court, with two matric learners' futures hanging in the balance as they risk being barred from writing their final exams. Education rights organisation Section27 has stepped in, raising broader questions about access to education when families face financial hardship.
Guest: Zeenat Sujee Head of Education Rights at SECTION27
Guest: Lebogang Montjane: Executive Director, Independent Schools Association of South Africa
Guest: Simon Gear: Climatologist
Guest: Wandile Sihlobo:South Africa’s Presidential Envoy on Agriculture and Land
Sashin Naidoo, SABC News Reporters gives an update on the assasination attempts case where Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala and his 4 co-accused are appearing in court
Head of Archive and Research Nelson Mandela Foundation, Razia Saleh and Jack Devnarain: South African Guild of Actors (SAGA) Chairman speak on the digitisation of the Nelson Mandela interviews which were never previously public.
Senior Attorney at the Legal Resources Centre, Cecile Van Schalkwyk on the plight of the invisible children in South Africa where there is a late birth registration backlog
Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi shares experiences where the public had asked him for medical certificates and in one incident the member of the public had committed murder on the day he was allegedly off sick
Velaphi Ntuli, Eskom Chief Nuclear Officer says the exposure experienced by the Koeberg Nuclear plant workers was a low risk exposure during the leak
SAMA Chairperson, Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa speaks on the scrutinising of medical certificates by Madlanga Commission after several witnesses have not appeared before the commission citing medical issues
Deputy Minister of Department of water and Sanitation, David Mahlobo speaks to Joanne Joseph about the new water treatment plant in Hammanskraal
Guest: Tinyiko Mathe, Donor Relations Practitioner at South African National Blood Services
Guest: Vhalinavho Khavhagali: Country Representative for South Africa for International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Guest: Maoto Molefane:Acting DDG: Investment and Spatial Industrial Development, The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition ( the DTIC
Samantha Andreas, Founder of Shas Enterprise joins Joanne Joseph in studio to speak on the impact of trusted food brands on small food businesses.
Communities in Cape Town are concerned about the impact of large data centers where service delivery has been poor. Joanne Joseph speaks to the lead attorney on the data centers matter at the Legal Resources Centre, Kimal Harvey.
Head of Register Integrity at SARS, Narcizio Makwakwa speaks to Joanne Joseph about who is liable when employers do not pay over taxes and UIF contributions deducted from the employees to the taxman
Principal Researcher at the CSIR Dr Ntombi Mathe speaks to Joanne Joseph about the inaugural Science Month to make science more relatable to help raise the next generation of innovators.
Mining company, De Beers has decided to suspend production at Venetia Mine for two years as a result of the proliferation of lab-grown diamonds. Joanne Joseph speaks to Wits University's Professor Mervin Naidoo.
An urgent recall has been issued for several popular weight-loss and diabetes medicines. The country's medicines regulator says the products could put patients at risk—and healthcare providers who ignore the warning could face disciplinary action.
Guest: Mr Vincent Tlala: CEO and Registrar at the South African Pharmacy Council,
The death toll from this year's winter initiation season has climbed to 43, despite dozens of arrests and the closure of illegal initiation schools. As authorities intensify their crackdown, Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa says the government cannot fight this battle alone, urging parents to take greater responsibility in choosing safe, legal initiation schools for their children.
Guest: Zolile Williams: Cogta MEC in the Eastern Cape
Exposing organised crime is one thing—defeating it is another. Mbhazima Shilowa says lasting success depends not on individuals, but on building institutions that can investigate, prosecute and punish criminals without fear or favour.
Guest: Mbhazima Shilowa: Former Gauteng Premier,
As the world marks World Youth Skills Day, one question stands out: how do we prepare young people for the future when millions of South African learners don't even have a desk to learn at? Education advocates say before we talk about AI and digital skills, we need to fix the basics in our classrooms.
Guest: Talita Boodhram: founder of MiDesk Global
Is South Africa losing track of its legal firearms? A sharp drop in licence renewal applications has reignited the debate over gun control, with Gun Free South Africa warning of growing risks, while firearm owners blame bureaucratic failures and legal confusion.
Guest: Claire Taylor: Gun violence prevention consultant at Gun Free SA
In this week's finance segment, Sandy van der Zandel joins us once again, standing in for Bryan Hirsch. Today, we discussed an important topic: “If You Died Tomorrow… Would Your Family Be Financially Secure?” We explore why financial planning is essential and the steps you can take today to help protect your loved ones future.
Guest: Sandy van der Zanden: Wealth Management, Anchor Capital
The country's parental leave framework is going to change radically after parts of it were found to be unconstitutional. Joanne Joseph gets clarity on the judgment from Neo Moleko, a Senior Associate at Mary Jane Mphahlele Attorneys
A study from UCT has found that the ground beneath the Karoo basin can result in earthquakes should fracking be explored in the area. Joanne Joseph speaks to Prof Alastair Sloan who co-authored the study
Community Development Coordinator and Facilitator at Nal’ibali, Madoda Ndlakuse speaks to Joanne Joseph about their programme to get men to start reading clubs in their communities
Sandile Motha, Journalist with the Mail and Guardian speaks to Joanne Joseph about the wall collapse in Inanda, KZN at a Shembe Church gathering
The US plans to impose an additional 12.5% tariff on South African goods. Joanne Joseph speaks to Chief Director: Bilateral Trade Relations (Rest of the World) at the Department of Trade Industry and Competition, Malose Letsoalo for clarity on this.
Sanele Dube, National spokesperson and Gauteng Convenor for March and March speaks about the killing of its Ekurhuleni leader, Andile Somgxada. Dube explains that leaders in the organisation have been receiving death threats
The tragic deaths of Jayden Adams and Luqobo "Bibo" Makwedini have sparked an outpouring of grief across South Africa. But beyond the tributes, they've also raised important questions about the immense physical and mental demands placed on young athletes. Are we doing enough to protect their wellbeing, both on and off the field? Sports psychologist and Senior Lecturer at Unisa, Dr Koketjo Tsebe, joins us to unpack the pressures facing today's sporting stars.
Guest: Dr Koketjo Tsebe: Sports Psychologist/ Senior Lecturer (Unisa)
It's been a heartbreaking few days for South African sport. In the space of just days, the country has lost two young athletes with bright futures ahead of them. Bafana Bafana and Mamelodi Sundowns star Jayden Adams, fresh from representing South Africa at the FIFA World Cup, has died suddenly, while the rugby community is mourning Luqobo "Bibo" Makwedini, who collapsed after a training session. Their deaths have left teammates, supporters and the nation asking how such promising lives could be cut so tragically short.
Guest: Benjamin Leshoro: Sports Journalist
Teenage pregnancy remains one of South Africa's most persistent social challenges, and the latest figures suggest the crisis is far from over. LoveLife says the number of teenage pregnancies continues to climb, with research published in the South African Medical Journal indicating that girls in rural communities are bearing the brunt of the problem. So, why are current interventions falling short, and what more needs to be done?
Guest: Shaheda Omar: Clinic Director: Teddy Bear Foundation
Guest: Phelisa Mashiyi: Social Worker, Callas Foundation
We've often spoken on this programme about the dangers faced by public servants who refuse to bend the rules. Now, those threats appear to be escalating. The City of Cape Town says it's dealing with a growing number of cases involving officials who are being intimidated simply for doing their jobs. It's raising serious questions about the safety of those tasked with upholding the law and protecting the public interest.
Guest: JP Smith: MAYCO Member for Safety and Security
Imagine trying to run a social service organisation without knowing whether you'll have any funding. That's the reality facing dozens of NGOs in Gauteng. Seven months after submitting their business plans to the Gauteng Department of Social Development, many say they're still waiting for an answer. Their financial year started three months ago, but uncertainty continues to hang over the organisations that provide vital services to some of the province's most vulnerable communities.
Guest: Nolusindiso Mhlauli-Mzimela, Executive Director of Ekupholeni
Guest: Lisa Vetten: research associate of the Southern Centre for Inequality Studies and a research consultant in the University of Johannesburg’s Faculty of Humanities,
As political parties gear up for the 2026 local government elections, they're also revealing who they believe should lead from the front. The Democratic Alliance has made its intentions clear in KwaZulu-Natal, confirming that Chris Pappas will once again be its mayoral candidate for the uMngeni Local Municipality. The announcement comes as campaigning begins to gather momentum ahead of the 4 November polls.
Guest: Chris Pappas: Democratic Alliance mayoral candidate for the uMngeni Local Municipality in Kwazulu Natal
Dr Dimitri Liakos, plastic and reconstructive surgeon at WDGMC with fellowship training in
reconstructive microsurgery and super microsurgery speaks to Joanne Joseph about the innovative surgery that helped a 12-year old living with Moebius syndrome
Dr Imran Keeka, KZN Legislature Health Portfolio Chairperson gives Joanne Joseph feedback on the crisis at Usher Memorial Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal.
Joanne Joseph profiles Retang Phaahla, Co-founder of Setšong Tea Crafters and 2025 Bold Woman Award winner and Dr Phindile Cebekhulu-Msomi, Founder and CEO of Hazile Group and recipient of the 2025 Bold Future Award
Nqobile Ndlovu, Sports Business Researcher & Founder Of Cash N Sport speaks to Joanne Joseph about Fun Valley which was meant to be a high performance centre for football development
Howard Ndaba, Free State Education spokesperson answers questions around the reconstruction of \Western Holdings Primary school in Welkom
Nthabiseng Dubazana Director at Dubazana Attorneys speaks to Joanne Joseph about the KZN government clamping down on landlords housing illegal immigrants
A core package of essential healthcare services could soon become a reality for South Africans. The Board of Healthcare Funders is exploring a basic set of medical benefits aimed at expanding access to care and advancing Universal Health Coverage.
GUEST: Katlego Mothudi: Managing Director of the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF),
Many South Africans are leaving retirement planning dangerously late. A new Sanlam Benchmark Survey shows most people only start preparing for retirement three years before they stop working, leaving little time to build adequate savings.
GUEST: John Anderson: Managing Executive, Sanlam Corporate:
Dozens of municipalities are facing a funding crunch after the National Treasury temporarily suspended grants to 69 councils over financial mismanagement and wasteful spending. The affected municipalities include several major metros accused of failing to manage public funds responsibly.
GUEST: Miyelani Holeni: Chief Advisor at Ntiyiso Consultancy Group
An investigation by the Health Ombud has found no evidence that the deaths of six KwaZulu-Natal Health Department employees were linked to victimisation, bullying or poor working conditions. Health Ombud Professor Taole Mokoena announced the findings yesterday after investigating the deaths of six healthcare workers at six different hospitals.
Guest: Dr Zanele Bikitsha: South African Medical Association
(SAMA) Vice Chairperson,
Investments,
An investigation by the Health Ombud has found no evidence that the deaths of six KwaZulu-Natal Health Department employees were linked to victimisation, bullying or poor working conditions. Health Ombud Professor Taole Mokoena announced the findings yesterday after investigating the deaths of six healthcare workers at six different hospitals.
Guest: Professor Taole Mokoena: The Health Ombud
Sanjith Hannuman, CEO and Founder of AVIB Consultants speaks to Joanne Joseph about how lifestyle audits would help restore the integrity of the police force (SAPS)
Wealth Management Specialist at Anchor Capital, Sandy Van Der Zanden asks the question “Are You Rich… or Just Earning a Good Salary?
Senior advisor at the Stellenbosch University’s Centre for Teaching and Learning, Hanelie Adendorff speaks to Joanne Joseph about how institutions of Higher Education are embracing generative AI
The Con court finds certain Refugees Act provisions unconstitutional. Joanne Joseph speaks to Dr Roseline Muvhevhi, Postdoc Research Fellow in the Faculty of Law at the University of Fort Hare
Government plans to implement lifestyle audits for public servants. Joanne Joseph speaks to the Department of Public Service & Administration (DPSA) Chief Director Public Administration Ethics, Dr Salomon Hoogenraad-Vermaak on the pipelines of the audit process which also includes the Special Investigating Unit (SIU)
New car sales are rising inthe country. Joanne Joseph speaks to Shinny Gobiyeza, Interim Chief Executive Officer of Automotive Business Council, NAAMSA.
A landmark Constitutional Court ruling is set to reshape how public land is used for housing in South Africa. Days after the judgment in the long-running Tafelberg case, governments are weighing its implications for future developments. The court found that authorities failed to properly consider whether the Cape Town property could have been used for affordable housing before trying to sell it.
Guest: Tertius Simmers: Western Cape Provincial Minister of Infrastructure
For residents of Nelson Mandela Bay, water and power outages have become an all-too-familiar reality. Now, with the crisis reaching breaking point, the metro's acting city manager has reportedly turned to outside experts for help. The move follows persistent service delivery failures that continue to leave thousands of residents without reliable access to basic services.
Joseph Tsatsire: Acting executive director for infrastructure and engineering, Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
South Africa is facing growing diplomatic fallout over rising anti-migrant sentiment. As protests, deportations and mass repatriations intensify, tensions are spilling across the continent. In Nigeria, some lawmakers are now calling for action against South African companies such as MultiChoice and MTN, raising concerns about the broader impact on the country's relationships in Africa.
Guest|: Chrispin Phiri, Ministerial spokesperson of DIRCO
A high-profile theft first brought to light at the Madlanga Commission has now taken centre stage in court. At the heart of the case is the alleged theft of nearly R15 million worth of precious gems from a Killarney home three years ago.
Guest: Sashin Naidoo, SABC News Reporter
It's a tragedy South Africa has never forgotten—the death of young Michael Komape, who drowned in a pit toilet at his school in Limpopo. More than a decade later, the country is still working to eliminate unsafe sanitation in schools. Today, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube is visiting Dimbaza Primary School in Buffalo City Metro in the Eastern Cape, where she's expected to make a significant announcement on school infrastructure and sanitation. ]
Guest: Itumeleng Mothlabane: General Secretary of Equal Education
South Africa's gambling laws could soon be getting a major overhaul. The National Gambling Policy Council wants to fast-track new legislation, tighten advertising rules and strengthen oversight of the industry. But alongside those reforms, a much bigger challenge is emerging: the rapid growth of illegal gambling operators. So, how serious is the problem, and what can be done to tackle it?
Guest: Sean Coleman: CEO, South African Bookmakers’ Association (SABA)
Serious concerns are being raised about conditions at the Epping Centre in Cape Town. Civil society organisation Gift of the Givers says the situation is dire for the roughly 1,500 migrants currently being housed there while they await repatriation to their home countries across the continent. Let's get the latest on what's happening.
Guest: Dr Naeem Kathrada: Head of Gift Of The givers,Western Cape Medical Team
Last week, one of our listeners raised concerns about ongoing issues with funeral services provider AVBOB's online portal. Clients say they've been unable to log in, access their policy information, or carry out basic transactions. So, what's behind the problem, and when can customers expect it to be resolved? Let's find out.
Guest: Adriaan Bester: General Manager: Corporate Affairs at AVBOB
The June 30 protests didn't just unfold on South Africa's streets—they also played out across social media. According to the Institute for Security Studies, alongside the mass demonstrations in several provinces, there was a coordinated online campaign designed to amplify the protesters' key messages and shape the public narrative. So, what does this tell us about the growing role of digital platforms in modern protest movements?
Guest: Karen Allen: Consultant at the Institute for Security Studies ( ISS Pretoria)
Guest: Brol Bathabile Chime:Divisional Director of Client Solutions at Cushman & Wakefield|Brol
Infrastructure isn't just about roads, bridges and buildings—it's about public safety, economic growth and trust. As South Africa grapples with infrastructure failures and delayed projects, government, industry and experts are coming together to find practical solutions at the Public Works and Infrastructure Summit under the theme: "From Collapse to Confidence."
Guest: Martin Meyer: KZN Public Works MEC
Infrastructure isn't just about roads, bridges and buildings—it's about public safety, economic growth and trust. As South Africa grapples with infrastructure failures and delayed projects, government, industry and experts are coming together to find practical solutions at the Public Works and Infrastructure Summit under the theme: "From Collapse to Confidence."
Infrastructure isn't just about roads, bridges and buildings—it's about public safety, economic growth and trust. As South Africa grapples with infrastructure failures and delayed projects, government, industry and experts are coming together to find practical solutions at the Public Works and Infrastructure Summit under the theme: "From Collapse to Confidence."
Guest: Sihle Zikalala: Deputy Minister Of Public Works and Infrastructure
Public Interest SA has expressed concern over the low arrest rate in Gauteng shooting cases, saying weak witness protection and delays in forensic processing are undermining justice. The organisation believes these shortcomings are discouraging witnesses from coming forward and allowing offenders to evade prosecution.
Guest: Tebogo Khaas: Chairperson of Public Interest SA
Government says it's stepping up efforts to tackle undocumented migration. After visiting the Beitbridge Border Post and the temporary repatriation centre in Musina, the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Migration says more than 30,000 undocumented foreign nationals have already been repatriated from eThekwini, with authorities describing the operation as one of the largest coordinated migration efforts in South Africa.
Guest: Bantu Holomisa, Deputy Minister of Defence
A landmark ruling from the Constitutional Court could reshape the future of affordable housing in South Africa. The country's highest court has found that the City of Cape Town and the Western Cape Government have a constitutional duty to provide affordable housing in and around the city centre, ending a decade-long legal battle over the sale of the former Tafelberg School site in Sea Point.
GUEST:Sheila Madikane: Seapoint Activist for affordable housing in Cape Town
GUEST: Edward Molopi: Social-Economic Rights Institute (SERI) Senior Communications and Advocacy Officer
Guest: Mametlwe Sebei: President, The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (GIWUSA)
The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (GIWUSA) says the loss of 80,000 jobs in the first quarter of the year should be the country's primary concern, warning that worsening unemployment and declining worker incomes are fuelling social instability. The union argues that attention has shifted toward anti-immigrant protests instead of addressing the economic crisis facing working-class communities.
Guest: Dean MacPherson: Minister of Public Works
Infrastructure isn't just about roads, bridges and buildings—it's about public safety, economic growth and trust. As South Africa grapples with infrastructure failures and delayed projects, government, industry and experts are coming together to find practical solutions at the Public Works and Infrastructure Summit under the theme: "From Collapse to Confidence."
The National Consumer Commission is urging owners of certain Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles to have their cars inspected after a safety defect linked to a potential engine oil leak was identified. The recall affects selected models sold in South Africa between 2024 and 2027.
Guest: Hardin Ratshisusu – Acting Commission at the National Consumer Commission (NCC)
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New Social Development Minister Dina Pule is stepping into a department that NGOs describe as neglected and inefficient — and they say she cannot afford a slow start. One organisation is urging her to make an immediate impact by introducing a Maternal Support Grant as a key priority at the start of her tenure.
GUEST: Rahima Essop: Communications Director of the DG Murray Trust
A decade of research points to a notable shift in South Africa's social attitudes. New findings from The Other Foundation and the Human Sciences Research Council show growing acceptance of LGBTI people, with disapproval of same-sex relationships declining significantly and a majority of South Africans now supporting equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex people.
Guest: Caio de Araujo. Role: Research Officer The Other Foundation
South African researchers are helping to reshape the global fight against tuberculosis. Groundbreaking research led by Wits University, in partnership with the Department of Health and supported by USAID, has simplified TB treatment by reducing the number of pills patients need to take—making it easier to complete treatment and improving outcomes. The breakthrough is now influencing how TB is treated around the world.
Guest: Dr Francesca Conradie: principal investigator of BEAT Tuberculosis and a researcher at the Clinical Health Research Unit (CHRU), University of the Witwatersrand
Mental health is a conversation we've been shining a spotlight on in recent weeks, and today's focus comes through the pages of a deeply personal story. In his book, Brandon Fairweather recounts how a decline in his physical health spiralled into a serious mental health struggle. To unpack the book and its key messages, we've asked our own SABC News presenter, Liezle Wilson, to review it for us.
Guest: Liezle Wilson: Sabc News presenter
After months of delays, the long-awaited report into the fitness of South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions Andrew Chauke has finally landed on President Cyril Ramaphosa's desk. The inquiry was launched after National Director of Public Prosecutions Shamila Batohi raised concerns over the withdrawal of several high-profile State Capture-related prosecutions, placing Chauke's leadership under intense scrutiny.
GUEST: Bophelo Seleke: Independent Legal Analyst
The spotlight is back on Parliament's probe into alleged corruption within South Africa's law enforcement agencies. The Ad Hoc Committee investigating explosive claims made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has been meeting to deliberate on its draft preliminary report, marking another key step in the high-profile inquiry.
GUEST: Adv. Glynnis Breytenbach DA MP – DA Chief Whip
Financial Corner: Wealth Management specialist at Anchor Capital, Sandy Van Der Zanden speaking on investing smartly so you can retire strong
CEO of Black Business Council, Kganki Matabane speaks to Joanne Joseph about the impact the marches had on small businesses
Max Botwana, CEO of theThabo Mbeki Foundation speaks about embracing the ideals of Pan Africanism while ensuring that South Africans are being heard about their illegal immigration concerns and the impact on public services
Salga President, Bheke Stofile speaks about the meeting between mayors and council speakers meeting to plan for the transitional period ahead of the November 4th local elections
General Manager at the Public Servants Association of SA, Reuben Maleka speaks about the warning from the Department of Employment and Labour which has indicated that it plans to cancel the union's registration
Department of Employment and Labour threatens to deregister the Public Servants Association of SA
The long-awaited June 30 deadline has finally arrived, and we're checking in with key organisations, including ANC, to find out what's happening on the ground and the impact of todays happenings.
Guest: Dakota Legoete: ANC NEC Member,
The anti-migration protests are now underway across parts of the country, and the South African Human Rights Commission is urging marchers to remain calm, peaceful, and to respect the rule of law. As tensions rise, what can we expect from today's demonstrations?
Guest: Chris Nissen:South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) Chair,
The long-awaited June 30 deadline has finally arrived, and we're checking in with key organisations, including kopanang africa against Xenophobia ( KAAP), to find out what's happening on the ground and the impact of today's happenings.
Guest: Dale McKinley: Spokesperson For kopanang africa against Xenophobia ( KAAP)
The scars of the 2021 July unrest still run deep in South Africa's road freight industry. With protests taking place today, transporters are once again on high alert, mindful of the truck burnings, looting, and disruptions that brought supply chains to a standstill five years ago. How prepared is the industry this time around?
Guest: Gavin Kelly: CEO, Road Freight Association,
The long-awaited June 30 deadline has finally arrived, and we're checking in with key organisations, including Rivonia Circle, to find out what's happening on the ground. You'll remember last week we spoke about nearly 500 Malawian nationals—mostly women and children—who were forced to take shelter in churches and NGO facilities across Johannesburg while waiting to be repatriated. Some women even gave birth during this difficult period. So, where do things stand today?
GUEST: Tessa Dooms: Director, Rivonia Circle
Sandile Dube, National Committee member and Gauteng Province Convenor of March and March Movement speaks to Joanne Joseph ahead of the June 30th marches
Co-founder of iDiski Media, Nkululeko Nkewu reviews the Bafana Bafana and Canada game that led to South Africa being knocked out of the World Cup
Venâncio Mondlane, President of ANAMOLA speaks to Joanne Joseph about the upcoming anti-illegal immigration marches and the failures of African states which has led to the migration crisis in South Africa
Investigative journalist, Qaanitah Hunter speaks to Joanne Joseph on concerns about the origins of the anti-illegal migration movements
President of GIWUSA and Co-ordinator of Marshalltown Fire Justice Campaign GIWUSA, Mametlwe Sebei calls for peaceful marches for the 30th of June under the umbrella of Siyafana Sonke Action Campaign.
Gauteng Health, spokesperson Steve Mabona speaks to Joanne Joseph about substance-abuse linked psychosis among young people in the province
Deputy Minister of Police, Dr Polly Boshielo speaks to Joanne Joseph about police readiness ahead of the June 30th anti-illegal Immigration marches
July is Savings Month—but for many South Africans, saving feels more like a luxury than a choice. With the cost of food, transport, electricity and other essentials continuing to climb while incomes remain under pressure, is it still realistic to tell people to simply "save more"? This morning, we explore practical ways to build financial resilience, even in tough economic times.
Guest: Tinus Rautenbach: Business Head of Clarify by Investec,
Government is ramping up efforts to grow South Africa's construction sector. Today, the Gauteng Contractor Development Roadshow rolls into Vanderbijlpark, bringing together government and industry to help build contractor capacity, unlock business opportunities and fast-track infrastructure delivery across the province.
Guest: Jacob Mamabolo: Gauteng MEC for Infrastructure Development and Cogta
Government is ramping up efforts to grow South Africa's construction sector. Today, the Gauteng Contractor Development Roadshow rolls into Vanderbijlpark, bringing together government and industry to help build contractor capacity, unlock business opportunities and fast-track infrastructure delivery across the province.
Guest: Sihle Zikalala: Deputy Minister of Public works and Infrastructure of South Africa
The debate over undocumented foreign nationals is intensifying. Leaders of the March and March movement, alongside government and business representatives, gathered yesterday for a Summit on Undocumented Foreign Nationals. KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli also attended as part of the government's "Warning to Trespassers" campaign. What came out of the meeting, and what could it mean for immigration policy, law enforcement and social cohesion?
Guest: Thami Ntuli: Kwazulu-Natal premier
We're coming to you live from the Gauteng Contractor Development Roadshow at the Emerald Hotel in Vanderbijlpark. This morning, we unpack how the government, in partnership with the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb), is working to strengthen contractor capacity, support the growth of emerging businesses, and accelerate infrastructure delivery across the province and the country.
Bongani Dladla: CEO, Construction Industry Development Board
A fresh debate over media freedom and the safety of journalists is unfolding. The South African National Editors' Forum has strongly condemned what it describes as an unprecedented and vitriolic attack by the MK Party on Business Day political editor Hajra Omarjee, following her report linking party leader Jacob Zuma to the March and March movement's planned protests on 30 June. What does this mean for press freedom, accountability and the protection of journalists in South Africa?
Guest: Reggy Moalusi:SANEF Executive Director,
Guest: Hajra Omarjee: Business Day political editor,
On the Daily Discourse, we've been examining why some court cases take years—sometimes decades—to reach finality. Earlier this week, we unpacked a land expropriation dispute in Tshwane that dragged on for 19 years.Yesterday, we heard how overcrowded court rolls have led to mandatory mediation in many Gauteng cases. Now, attention is turning to another factor slowing down justice: so-called "Stalingrad tactics" — legal manoeuvres designed to delay proceedings. The issue was recently thrust into the spotlight when Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga and Gauteng Deputy Judge President Roland Sutherland discussed how these tactics have increasingly frustrated and undermined South Africa's court processes.
Guest: Mbekezeli Benjamin: Research and Advocacy Officer of the Judges Matter
Some welcome news for South Africa's agricultural sector: key export markets in the Far East are buying South African maize again. Vietnam and South Korea have emerged as major buyers at the start of the 2026/27 marketing season, which began in May. The renewed demand is providing a timely boost for local producers and signals growing confidence in South Africa's maize industry.
Guest: Wandile Sihlobo, Agricultural Economist,
Have you ever dreaded going to work because of bullying, intimidation, or a toxic workplace culture? While difficult colleagues may be a reality in many organisations, the law is increasingly recognising the serious harm caused by toxic behaviour on the job. A recent case at Wits University has helped strengthen the legal framework around workplace bullying, sending a clear message that toxic conduct can carry real consequences.
Guest: Bradley Workman-Davies: Director at Werksmans Attorneys
Yesterday, we heard how overcrowded court rolls have led to mandatory mediation in many Gauteng cases. Now, attention is turning to another factor slowing down justice: so-called "Stalingrad tactics" — legal manoeuvres designed to delay proceedings. The issue was recently thrust into the spotlight when Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga and Gauteng Deputy Judge President Roland Sutherland discussed how these tactics have increasingly frustrated and undermined South Africa's court processes.
Guest: Machini Motloung: Law Society of South Africa
A landmark court victory for South Africa's youngest citizens. Hundreds of organisations working in Early Childhood Development are celebrating after the Pietermaritzburg High Court ruled that children have a constitutional right to ECD services. The court found that the KwaZulu-Natal Education Department's failure to consistently pay ECD subsidies was unlawful and unconstitutional. The ruling now compels the department to honour its obligations and fund the sector as required.
Guest: Prof Eric Atmore, Director of the Centre for Early Childhood Development
Yesterday, we heard from a listener in Lenasia South, Johannesburg, who reported seeing busloads of Malawian nationals arriving in the area, raising questions about who they were and why they were there. While it's not yet clear whether the incidents are connected, reports indicate that around 500 Malawians — mostly women and children — are currently being housed at churches and NGO facilities in Johannesburg as they await repatriation. So, how did they end up here, and what happens next? Let's unpack the story.
Guest: Tessa Dooms: Rivonia Circle
Financial Corner: Sandy Van DerZanden, Wealth Management at Anchor Capital speaks to Joanne Joseph about tax efficiency and investing in South Africa.
A Cape Town Father, Joseph Nefdt who started the petition against too much homework speaks to Joanne Joseph about the petition and Professor Boitumelo Diale, Educational Psychologist & NRF
SARChi Chair in Inclusive Rural Education and Early Childhood Development,Sol Plaatje University explains the impact of a lot of homework on children's development and mental health
Gauteng Judiciary opts for mediation to reduce the pressure on courts
Peter van Niekerk, Executive Consultant for Mediation & Dispute Resolution at Fluxmans speaks to Joanne Joseph on the directive from the Gauteng Division of the High Court for matters to start with mediation in order to alleviate issues courts are facing with the availability of court dates
Head of TV Licences at the SABC, Maphala Makgoba answered questions from listeners on their TV licence issues.
City of Johannesburg MMC for Transport, Kenny Kunene speaks to Joanne Joseph about the Johannesburg Road Agency fleet being grounded due to a fuel crisis bringing road maintenance to a halt
Is South Africa really calling for all foreigners to leave, or is the real issue the failure to enforce immigration and labour laws? Following President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent address on undocumented migrants and illegal employment, the Road Freight Association says the government has had the tools, proposals and legislation to tackle the problem for years. The association argues that this is not about being anti-foreigner, but about ensuring that employers follow the law and that enforcement is fair, consistent and effective.
GUEST: Gavin Kelly, CEO of the Road Freight Association
A landmark court ruling has reshaped the debate around land expropriation in South Africa. The Supreme Court of Appeal has overturned the City of Tshwane’s decision to expropriate privately owned land that had been illegally occupied, ruling that the municipality could not sidestep a court-ordered eviction by taking ownership of the property instead.
GUEST: Bulelwa Mabasa: Director and Head of the Land Reform Practice at Werksmans Attorneys
With the June 30 deadline set by protest groups fast approaching, police are urging calm. Deputy National Police Commissioner Tebello Mosikili has warned marchers not to carry dangerous or traditional weapons, as authorities unveil security plans for the planned shutdown and demonstrations, backed by a R600 million safety operation.
Guest: Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, National Police spokesperson
Despite threats to South Africa's HIV funding, the country remains at the table. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi is attending a high-level UN HIV meeting in the US, where global leaders, health experts and civil society groups are gathering to assess progress and map the next phase of the fight against HIV and AIDS.
Guest: Mercy Wanjiku, UNICEF youth voice
The FW de Klerk Foundation has reportedly written to US President Donald Trump, urging him not to interfere with South Africa's HIV funding. The move comes amid concerns over the future of PEPFAR, the US-funded programme that has supported South Africa's HIV response for more than two decades and helped provide life-saving treatment to millions.
Guest: Christo Van Der Rheede, Executive Director of the FW De Klerk Foundation
New book for the Daily Discourse book reading: In the shadow of the springs I saw
Author of In the shadow of the springs I saw, Barbara Adair is in conversation with
Joanne Joseph
Political Analyst, Zakhele Ndlovu speaks to Joanne Joseph about the expulsion of Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla and Nhlamulo Ndhlela from the MKP. The pair plans to challenge the expulsion in court.
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla and Nhlamulo Ndhlela will challenge their MKP expulsion
The Daily Discourse explores South Africa's reliance on goods produced and manufactured by China. Joanne Joseph is in conversation with Donald Mackay, CEO,XA Global Trade Advisors; Prof David Monyae, Director for the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg and
Cosatu's Matthew Parks.
Joanne Joseph is in conversation Solly Malatsi, Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies of South Africa speaks on new funding models for the public broadcaster given that only 15-percent of South Africans are paying their TV licences
Professor Salim Abdool Karim, Director of Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa (CAPRISA) says it's only a matter of time for Ebola to reach SA if the DRC outbreak is not contained
The Green Youth Indaba wraps up in Sun City today, bringing together young innovators, entrepreneurs, government and industry leaders to unlock opportunities in South Africa’s growing green economy. The focus: turning youth-driven innovation into jobs, businesses and lasting economic impact.
GUEST: Keamogetswe Sakara - Co- founder of NPO - Reagile Community Arts Centre, develops young learners in schools
Are South Africans gambling away money meant for rent, transport, school fees and groceries? A new study by Yazi paints a troubling picture of the growing impact of online gambling, revealing stories of financial strain, addiction and risky betting behaviour from thousands of participants across the country.
Guest: Wandi Shishi, Head of Insights at Yazi
Thousands of migrants are being repatriated and deported from Durban today, with the majority being returned to Malawi. Authorities are overseeing one of the largest processing operations in recent months, while humanitarian groups and officials monitor the situation on the ground. Let’s get the latest on what's unfolding at this hour.
Guest: Gcinokuhle Malinga, SABC Reporter
Land remains one of South Africa's most contested and consequential issues. Now, the South African Human Rights Commission is bringing together voices from across society—from communities and traditional leaders to academics, policymakers and government—for a critical conversation on land, human rights and spatial justice. The question is: how do we address historical inequalities while building a more equitable future?
Guest: Advocate Tshepo Madlingozi, Commissioner, The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC)
The strike at Legal Aid South Africa has entered its second day, with legal workers downing tools after what they describe as months of unsuccessful negotiations. The South African Legal Workers Union says it had little choice but to take industrial action. So, what's at the heart of the dispute, and how could it affect access to justice for thousands of South Africans?
Guest: Stephen Mofokeng: Gauteng Provincial Executive Legal Aid South Afric
As Pride Month is observed around the world, South Africa is reflecting on three decades of hard-won legal gains for the LGBTQIA+ community. A webinar hosted by the National Task Team on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identities has highlighted the country’s unique position on the continent, with constitutional protections that remain among the most progressive in Africa. The discussion comes as South Africa recently declined to endorse an agreement in Ghana that critics say sidelines queer rights, reigniting debate about equality, inclusion and the gap between legal protections and lived realities.
Guest: Sibonelo Ncanana-Trower from OUT (LGBTQI Sector) and Co-Chair of the National Task Team on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identities,
A unique celebration of South Africa’s cultural and intellectual heritage is taking place this weekend, bringing together the legacies of former President Thabo Mbeki, who turns 84 this year, and pioneering hymn composer Tiyo Soga. Through music, reflection and remembrance, the Thabo Mbeki Foundation is honouring Soga’s enduring contribution to South African spirituality and culture, including the beloved hymn Lizalis’ idinga lakho — “Fulfil Your Promise” — a song that continues to resonate in churches and gatherings across the country.
Guest: Lukhanyo Neer: The COO: Thabo Mbeki Foundation
Youth unemployment remains one of South Africa’s biggest challenges, with nearly 60% of young people unable to find work. But before young people can secure jobs, some argue they first need the confidence, resilience and self-belief to pursue opportunities and navigate an increasingly demanding world of work. This Youth Month, we explore why building confidence may be just as important as building skills in preparing young people for the future.
Guest: Talita Boodhram: Chief Impact Officer at MiDesk
Global conflict, rising inequality, mounting debt and the race to clean energy dominated discussions at the just-concluded G7 Summit in France. Among the key concerns raised was the growing burden facing developing nations, particularly in Africa, as they navigate economic pressures while being expected to transition to greener economies. In South Africa, that debate is playing out through the Just Energy Transition — a plan aimed at moving away from coal while protecting jobs, communities and economic growth.
Guest: Karabo Mokgonyana: Campaigns and Energy Advisor and Energy co-lead at Power Shift Africa,
Calls are growing louder for South Africa’s fight against Gender-Based Violence to move beyond slogans and awareness campaigns. Anti-GBV organisation The TEARS Foundation says the country can no longer afford what it calls “symbolic activism,” arguing that failing systems and poor accountability are letting survivors down. The organisation is now calling for a complete overhaul of the structures meant to combat GBV, and says responsibility for tackling the crisis should no longer rest with government leaders who have failed to deliver meaningful results.
Guest: Celeste Louw: General Manager Operations at TEARS Foundation
South Africa's transformation journey is under the spotlight at the 2026 Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference and Awards, currently underway at the Sandton Convention Centre. Under the theme, "The Next Phase of Transformation: Inclusive, Investable, Impactful," leaders from business, government and civil society are gathering to move beyond promises and focus on delivery, accountability and measurable impact.
Guest: Nozibele Makanda, Portfolio Head for Health, Community Services, and Inclusivity at the South African Local Government Association (SALGA),
South Africa's transformation journey is under the spotlight at the 2026 Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference and Awards, currently underway at the Sandton Convention Centre. Under the theme, "The Next Phase of Transformation: Inclusive, Investable, Impactful," leaders from business, government and civil society are gathering to move beyond promises and focus on delivery, accountability and measurable impact.
Guest: Mbali Phewa, Executive Head: Transformation at Nedbank
South Africa's transformation journey is under the spotlight at the 2026 Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference and Awards, currently underway at the Sandton Convention Centre. Under the theme, "The Next Phase of Transformation: Inclusive, Investable, Impactful," leaders from business, government and civil society are gathering to move beyond promises and focus on delivery, accountability and measurable impact.
Guest: Pieter Du Plessis, CEO of Isanti Glass
Last week, we started an interesting discussion with financial advisor, Bryan Hirsch, on the issue of saving for your retirement. A few gremlins crept in which made it a little tricky to have a fluid conversation. So we decided to continue with that discussion today. Remember, we're taking your calls and your voicenotes and your WhatsApp texts for Bryan, so if you have any questions, give us a call on our studio line: 086 000 2032. Our WhatsApp line is 0614 104 107.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Financial advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates
South Africa's transformation journey is under the spotlight at the 2026 Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference and Awards, currently underway at the Sandton Convention Centre. Under the theme, "The Next Phase of Transformation: Inclusive, Investable, Impactful," leaders from business, government and civil society are gathering to move beyond promises and focus on delivery, accountability and measurable impact.
Guest: Lee-Ann Bruce, Associate Publisher at Topco Media- Speak on conference
South Africa's unemployment crisis remains one of the country's most pressing challenges, with millions still unable to find work despite efforts to stimulate economic growth. As government looks for solutions, there are growing calls for stronger partnerships between the public and private sectors to create jobs and unlock opportunities. Joining us live from the Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference in Sandton is the Minister of Employment and Labour, Nomakhosazana Meth. We'll discuss the latest unemployment concerns, the role business can play in addressing the jobs crisis, and what practical steps are needed to get more South Africans into work.
Guest: Nomakhosazana Meth was appointed as Minister of Employment and Labour
South Africa's transformation journey is under the spotlight at the 2026 Nedbank Top Empowerment Conference and Awards, currently underway at the Sandton Convention Centre. Under the theme, "The Next Phase of Transformation: Inclusive, Investable, Impactful," leaders from business, government and civil society are gathering to move beyond promises and focus on delivery, accountability and measurable impact.
Guest: Lovelyn Nwadeyi: Diversity Specialist
Social media has become a fixture in the lives of millions of teenagers around the world. But in a move that's likely to spark fierce debate, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says that from next year, children under the age of 16 will be barred from using social media platforms. That means teenagers could lose access to apps like TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, YouTube and others they use every day. The UK government argues the restrictions are necessary to protect young people online, although messaging services such as WhatsApp and Signal will reportedly remain accessible.
Guest: Cayley Wood, Registered Counsellor and Founder of Ingage App and
Guest: Verlie Oosthuizen, Partner and Head of Social Media Law at Shepstone and Wylie
Are boys being left out of important conversations about social responsibility and positive change? It's a concern many of our listeners have raised in recent weeks. One organisation working to address that gap is Primestars, which is actively engaging young men on one of South Africa's most pressing issues—Gender-Based Violence. By involving boys in these critical discussions early on, the NGO hopes to help shape a generation that understands respect, accountability and healthy relationships.
Guest: Nkosinathi Moshoana: CEO of Primestars
For many young South Africans, the journey to education is becoming increasingly dangerous. The Citizen reports that the Gauteng Department of Education has identified 245 high-risk schools plagued by violence, bullying and drug abuse. The department warns that these schools are facing a serious safety crisis, raising urgent questions about whether learners can truly thrive in environments where fear and insecurity have become part of the school day.
Guest: Onwabile Lubhelwane: Gauteng Education Spokesperson
Muhammad Hussein argues that while the youth of 1976 confronted a visible enemy in apartheid and its oppressive machinery, young South Africans today are grappling with challenges that are far less clear-cut. Unemployment, inequality, mental health pressures and economic uncertainty present formidable obstacles—but without a single system or structure to rally against. So, how do today's young people identify the forces holding them back, and what lessons can they draw from the generation of 1976?
Guest: Muhammad Hussein:News 24 Journalist
What began as a search for work ended in tragedy. A family in Kranskop, northern KwaZulu-Natal, is mourning the loss of 44-year-old Sihle Makhaye, who was allegedly lured abroad with promises of employment, only to become entangled in Russia’s war in Ukraine. Yesterday, his remains were finally returned home, bringing some closure to a grieving family while raising fresh questions about the recruitment of South Africans into foreign conflict zones.
Guest: Zanele Buthelezi: SABC News Reporter
Guest: Siboniso Duma: KZN MEC of Human Settlements
The Public Sector Association is proposing that civil servants be allowed
to work-from-home for part of the time. The PSA says the rising cost of living is putting increasing pressure on workers, and the public service ought to give particular workers the option of a hybrid working model.
Guest: Reuben Maleka: Spokesperson of the Public Service Association
(PSA),
Claims of a looming 30 June immigration deadline and warnings of R100,000 fines have sparked anxiety among employers across South Africa. But according to immigration law experts, much of what's circulating online is misleading. While employers already have a legal duty to verify that workers have the right to work in South Africa, there is no government-imposed 30 June deadline, and the hefty fines being widely discussed are part of proposed legislation that has not yet become law.
Guest: Stefanie de Saude Darbandi, Immigration Lawyer at DSD Immigration Attorneys Inc.
The municipal workers' strike in Pietermaritzburg continues to take its toll, with critical repairs to power infrastructure stalled and residents and businesses in several suburbs left without electricity for days — in some cases, more than a week.
Guest: Anthony Waldhausen, of the Msunduzi Association of Residents, Ratepayers and
Civics (MARRC)
Guest: Cllr Ross Strachan:DA Caucus Leader, Msunduzi Municipality
Guest: Bongi Gule: Samwu Mafika Mshengu Regional Secretary
The debate over sex work in South Africa is heading back to the courts, reigniting one of the country's most contested social and legal issues. Later this year, the Sex Workers Education and Advocacy Taskforce (SWEAT) will challenge the government, arguing that sex work should be fully decriminalised. At the same time, advocacy group Embrace Dignity and its allies are set to enter the legal battle with a different approach, setting the stage for a significant showdown over the future of sex work, human rights, public safety and the law in South Africa.
Guest: Nosizwe Madlala-Routledge: the Executive Director of Embrace Dignity
Counterfeit goods are costing South Africa hundreds of billions of rand, draining revenue from the economy and undermining legitimate businesses. Now, authorities are intensifying the fight against illicit trade. The operation forms part of a broader crackdown aimed at disrupting the growing counterfeit market and protecting consumers, businesses and the fiscus.
Guest: Siphithi Sibeko: SARS Spokesperson
South Africa's illicit cigarette market has reached crisis levels, with new research revealing that nearly six out of every 10 cigarettes sold in the country are illegal. The findings raise serious concerns about lost tax revenue, organised crime, and public health, while exposing a dramatic shift in the tobacco industry.
Guest: Dr Nicole Vellios, a Senior Research Officer at University of Cape Town’s Research Unit on the Economics of Excisable Products,
Lorato Trok, Executive Director of the Nal'ibali Trust speaks to Joanne Joseph on literacy, education, child development and community wellbeing across the continent.
This Youth Month, the Human Sciences Research Council has held a youth dialogue on the topic "Soweto 1976 Meets Fees Must Fall: Past and Present Struggles" Panelist Prof Sharlene Swartz - Divisional Executive in the Equitable Education and Economies research division of the HSRC reflects on the dialogue with Joanne Joseph
Thembi Siaga Journalist with Limpopo Mirror wrote an explosive article on the state of the Tshilongoni school in Limpopo and he unpack what he observed when he visited the school. In response the Limpopo Department of Education spokesperson, Mike Maringa joined Joanne Joseph
SABC Sport Presenter Thabiso Mosia speaks to Joanne Joseph about the team's performance at its opening game against Mexico.
Following a complaint by a listener on tribunal in Sekhukhune we spoke to the Complainant, Bashimane and the Director of the Land and Accountability Research Centre at the University of Cape Town Nolundi Luwaya
Salomé Meyer Cancer Alliance Director joined Joanne Joseph on the deepening cancer treatment crisis
Founder of Geza Advisory and Employment Law Specialist , Toto Geza speaks to
Joanne Joseph about the quota system measure for the employment of foreign nationals announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa and what employers need to do to ensure that they comply with the law.
Financial advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates, Bryan Hirsch discusses investment strategies for those whose primary objective is generating income and explore the options that may be most suitable for their needs.
Communications Officer at the Lawyers for Human Rights speaks to Joanne Joseph about the transit visa given to refugees and asylum seekers as they enter the country.
Joanne is in conversation with Group Executive for Eskom Renewables, Rivoningo Mnisi about the power utility launching a clean energy generation wing
After a distressed student contacted us about funding and accommodation problems linked to a National Skills Fund-supported aviation programme, we started digging. What emerged is that the NSF has terminated its contract with service provider Phila Jordan Capital, citing alleged repeated breaches. The fallout has left students searching for answers about their studies, funding, and future.
Thabo: an affected student
Melissa Erra, Acting CEO of the National Skills Fund
A major change could be coming to the taxi industry. The Cape Organisation for the Democratic Taxi Association is introducing cashless payments, meaning commuters may soon be able to tap a card instead of scrambling for the exact fare. It’s a move that could modernise how millions of South Africans pay for their daily taxi trips.
Nceba Enge, CODETA chairperson
Vuyisile Majola: Head: Intergrated Transport Networks, Citycon Africa
Wayne Duvenage, CEO of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse
Former Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi joins us to reflect on South Africa's longstanding migration challenges, including efforts to manage undocumented immigration, strengthen border controls, and address the growing influx of migrants entering the country. We'll discuss the measures implemented during his tenure, the obstacles the government faced, and whether enough was done to tackle the issue.
Aaron Moatseledi: Former minister of home affairs and minister of health
A fresh twist in the case involving Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge. After a judicial tribunal found him guilty of misconduct and the Judicial Service Commission escalated the matter to gross misconduct — a finding that could lead to impeachment — Mbenenge is now challenging both decisions in court. The case stems from allegations by former judges' secretary Andiswa Mengo that he sexually harassed her, claims he has consistently denied.
Dr Shadi Maganoe, Wits University Law lecturer
If you own a home and receive a SASSA grant, this conversation could affect you. Last week, one of our listeners, Mike, contacted us after receiving a much smaller pension grant than he expected. After working his entire life and recently retiring, he couldn't understand why the amount was so low. We took his concerns directly to SASSA, and this morning they've provided an explanation. The answer could be important for many pensioners and future grant applicants across the country.
Dr Paseka Letsatsi, SASSA spokesperson
Gavin Kelly, CEO of Road Freight Association
Cabinet has finally pulled the plug on South Africa’s controversial e-toll saga, scrapping billions of rands in historical debt and confirming that motorists who refuse to pay will not face prosecution. But while unpaid bills are being wiped clean, those who faithfully paid their e-tolls won’t be getting a cent back. The Road Freight Association has weighed in on the decision and what it means for road users and the transport sector going forward
President Cyril Ramaphosa is attempting to strike a delicate balance on one of South Africa's most contentious issues: migration. He unveiled a series of measures aimed at tightening immigration controls, but cautioned against growing anti-migrant sentiment, warning that frustration must not turn into hostility. The EFF's Sam Matiase and the IFP's Mkhuleko Hlengwa speak to Joanne Joseph on their thoughts about the President's speech
Wits Professor gets prestigious international award for Science
Wits University’s Dean of Health Sciences, Professor Shabir Madhi, is set to receive the prestigious Maxwell Finland Award for Scientific Achievement in the United States later this year. He joins Joanne Joseph to speak on this feat. The award is presented by the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, it is regarded as one of the highest honours in infectious diseases and vaccinology.
With Local Government Elections set for 4 November, there's growing concern that many young South Africans are tuning out of the democratic process. The South African Local Government Association, SALGA, says youth participation remains worryingly low and is using Youth Month to change that. Councillor Lucky Sele, Salga youth Commission Chairperson joins Joanne Joseph to give more details of their initiative.
Anxiety is often seen as a women’s health issue, but the numbers tell a different story. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group says one in five men experience anxiety. Yet many men suffer in silence, reluctant to seek help or talk about their mental health. Experts believe women are diagnosed more frequently not necessarily because they experience anxiety more often, but because they are more likely to reach out for support. So, are we overlooking a growing mental health crisis among men?
Guest: Dr Alicia Porter: Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
Calling all South African writers! If you've been dreaming of seeing your work in print, this could be your opportunity. The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, together with the Academic and Non-Fiction Authors’ Association of South Africa (ANFASA), has reopened applications for the DSAC Publishing Hub. Since its launch three years ago, the initiative has helped bring numerous local stories to life, and it's once again inviting authors to submit manuscripts for publication — particularly those written in South Africa’s indigenous languages. It's a chance not only to become a published author, but also to help preserve and promote the country's rich linguistic heritage.
Guest: Prof Sihawukele Ngubane: Chairperson, Academic and Non-fiction authors association of South Africa,
Yesterday, the Eastern Cape Department of Basic Education told us it had closed schools in three districts as a powerful cold front moved in, bringing heavy rain and dangerous weather conditions. Since then, the rain has not let up. Rivers are rising, roads are being submerged, and parts of the province are already experiencing flooding, raising concerns about the impact on communities, infrastructure, and learners.
Guest: Pheello Oliphant: Eastern Cape Cogta Spokesperson
For many South Africans, failing service delivery has become more than just a frustration — it has become a legal battle. Faced with crumbling roads, persistent water and electricity outages, blocked stormwater drains and deteriorating municipal services, residents' associations and ordinary citizens are increasingly taking municipalities to court — and in many cases, winning. But while court victories may force action, the question remains: are they delivering lasting solutions, or simply highlighting a deeper crisis in local government?
Guest: Charissa Paige-Green: a partner in the Public Law Department at HBG Schindlers Attorneys,
President Cyril Ramaphosa has awarded two Stellenbosch University academics the nation’s highest civilian honours, recognising their groundbreaking contributions to science and society. Among them is world-renowned bioinformatician Professor Tulio de Oliveira, whose pioneering work in tracking and identifying COVID-19 variants placed South Africa at the forefront of global pandemic response efforts.
Guest: Professor Tulio de Oliveira: Director of the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation at Stellenbosch University
Guest: Dr Buhle Makhanya: psychologist
Parenting Corner: Privileged Children: Did we over provide as parents?
Crime stats recently revealed that the incidence of kidnapping in Johannesburg has gone up five-fold. But it's not just a Johannesburg phenomenon. The entire province is affected, with The Sowetan telling us that 27 kidnappings occur in Gauteng every day. So what, or who exactly is behind this surge?
Guest: Prof. Jacob Mofokeng: Crime and security expert, Department of Criminology and Security Science: UNISA
The Daily Maverick has now reported that 761 social workers are being forced to cover the whole country, while thousands more are needed to assist children who attend public schools countrywide. Recently, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube admitted that her department just doesn't have the money to afford more social workers.
Guest: Trienie Drotschie, CEO of Tutela
Guest: Celeste Honewill, Deputy Director of Tutela's Early Intervention Services Department
Guest: Terence Khala: Media Liaison Officer for the Department of Basic Education
If you were a student beneficiary of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme, it may be worth looking into whether you overpaid your study loan, and could be entitled to a refund. NSFAS is busy trying to trace all the beneficiaries to whom it loaned money for their studies before 2010.
Guest: Ishmael Mnisi: The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) Spokesperson
Financial Corner: Why should South Africans consider investing offshore rather than solely onshore
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Financial advisor at Bryan Hirsch
The South African National Defence Union is taking the Defence Department to court over the awful conditions in which soldiers are being put up at the military base in the Western Cape, iKapi. We were told of leaking roofs, makeshift beds, toilets that don't flush and other unhygienic conditions that have marked their stay there.
Guest: Chris Hattingh, DA member of the Joint Standing Committee on Defence
My Broadband is reporting that hundreds of millions of rand have been spent in trying to turn the South African Post Office around. More than 321-million has been spent on practitioners and support staff, since the Post Office became insolvent in 2023
Guest: Khusela Diko, Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Communications
Child Protection Week: The University of Cape Town has been engaged in an important study on sexual violence against boys. Dr Neziswa Titi from the Department of African Feminist Studies says violence against boys is not rare in South Africa. Who is most often implicated in the sexual abuse of boys?
Guest: Dr Joan Van Niekerk, Consultant in Child Rights and Child Protection
SABC Reporter in Western cape gives clarity, that the stabbing of 18-year-old Nhlamulo Sambo in Mossel Bay was not related to anti-migrant protests or xenophobic unrest.
Guest: Tanya Krause: SABC News Reporter
Co-Chairperson of Parliament's Constitutional Review Committee, Glynnis Breytenbach reminded social media users this week, that the time of year for a Constitutional Review is rolling round. Why is it important for South Africans to be heard on the issue of Constitutional reform?
Guest: Advocate Glynnis Breytenbach, Co-Chairperson of Parliament's Constitutional Review Committee
Government appears to be moving to respond to growing public pressure around jobs and funding priorities. Investigative publication GroundUp has revealed that the Gauteng Department of Social Development will no longer fund non-South African social workers through organisations receiving provincial grants. According to the new funding conditions introduced by the department, NGOs will be prohibited from using government grant money to pay non-South African employees — a move that is already sparking debate around immigration, labour rights, and service delivery.
Guest: Fatima Shaik: Executive Director, People Opposing Women Abuse (POWA)
Guest: Dloze Matooane: Spokesperson for Social Development MEC,
South African soldiers have been deployed to help fight gangsterism under Operation Prosper — but reports now suggest some of them are living in anything but prosperous conditions. Independent Newspapers says troops stationed at Fort iKapa are facing dire living conditions, prompting the South African National Defence Union to threaten legal action against the Defence Department if urgent intervention doesn’t happen soon.
Guest: Advocate Pikkie Greef: National Secretary, SA National Defence Union (Sandu)
For years, many South Africans have argued that spaza shop owners don’t just need motivation — they need funding, training and proper business support. Now the government is putting serious money on the table, with nearly R180 million earmarked to support more than 2 300 spaza shops nationwide. But there’s a major stumbling block: many applicants failed to meet legal compliance requirements, slowing down the rollout of this much-needed initiative.
Guest: Nkosikhona Mbatha, Acting CEO of Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (SEDFA)
South Africans are carrying a heavy burden right now. From rising unemployment — especially among young people — to deepening poverty and inequality, soaring fuel prices, and growing tensions around migration, many are asking: what kind of country are we becoming? Is this a difficult chapter that will eventually pass, or are we entering a longer period of social and economic instability? This morning, we unpack the mood of the nation and where South Africa may be headed next.
Guest: Justice Malala: Political Analyst
Child stunting remains one of South Africa’s most devastating hidden crises. It’s a condition that doesn’t just affect a child’s physical growth — it can permanently impact brain development, learning ability and long-term wellbeing. The DG Murray Trust says it’s intensifying efforts to tackle the problem, which is often driven by poor nutrition, repeated infections and a lack of proper early childhood support and stimulation.
Guest: Liezel Engelbrecht: Nutrition Lead of the Hold My Hand Accelerator, incubated by DG Murray Trust (DGMT)
African Transformation Movement spokesperson Zama Ntshona speaks to
Joanne Joseph ahead of the first PhalaPhala impeachment meeting.
City of Joburg's Deputy Mayor and MMC of Finance, Loyiso Masuku speaks Joanne Joseph about the R97.1 Billion budget passed by the city.
DA National spokesperson, Jan De Villiers speaks to Joanne Joseph about the first meeting of the PhalaPhala impeachment committee
Petroleum retailers are struggling to keep their doors open. Chairperson of the South African Petroleum Retailers Association, Henry van der Merwe speaks to
Joanne Joseph about petrol stations in rural areas opting to close at night because of reduced sales
Operation Smile SA's Executive Director, Sarah Scarth speaks to Joanne Joseph about the campaign that concluded on the 31st of May, where the organisation ensured that 40 children got corrective surgery for cleft lip and cleft palate at the Mandela Children's Hospital
Impeachment committee member, Magashule Gana speaks to Joanne Joseph ahead of the first PhalaPhala impeachment committee meeting where the chairperson will be elected.
Looking at a new policy to ensure that prosecutors are protected when working on high profile cases. Joanne Joseph speaks to the Assistant General Manager of Public Servants Association of South African, Claude Naicker and National Prosecuting Authority's spokesperson, Kaizer Kganyago
BMA and Home Affairs Minister brief on a drug bust
SABC News reporter, Ofentse Setemo gives Joanne Joseph an update on the findings of the Border Management Authority's briefing on the drug bust made at the Beitbridge border
Today marks the start of Child Protection Week. Joanne Joseph speaks to Senior Researcher at UCT's Children's Institute and Head of Advocacy for Women and Men Against Child Abuse, Luke Lamprecht.
How do you teach Maths and Literacy effectively in a country as linguistically diverse as South Africa? That’s the question at the heart of a major gathering taking place tomorrow, as non-profit organisation Funda Wande teams up with Wits University to explore multilingual teaching in the classroom. Researchers, teachers, academics and government officials will come together to unpack how learners can better grasp literacy and mathematics when taught across multiple languages — and what innovative teaching practices could mean for the future of education in South Africa.
Guest: Ingrid Sapire, spokesperson Funda Wande's Maths Lead
We often hear your frustration about poor service in government departments — long queues, unanswered phones, missing paperwork, and officials who simply seem unwilling to help. To be fair, many public servants are working under immense pressure and doing their best. But there are also repeated complaints about employees who appear to be neglecting their duties, leaving the public angry and demanding accountability. The question is: can underperforming civil servants simply be fired? And what exactly does labour law require before the state can remove employees who are failing to deliver?
Guest: Marthinus van Staden, Wits University School of Law professor
A 16-year-old Pretoria Boys High School learner has avoided expulsion after the Gauteng Education Department stepped in — despite allegations involving failed drug tests and threats against a teacher. Because he is a minor, we cannot identify him. Reports suggest the school wanted him removed after he allegedly tested positive for marijuana more than once, and after a disturbing incident in which he reportedly threatened to shoot a teacher — around the same time a video surfaced appearing to show him firing shots into a tree. So why did the Gauteng Education Department insist he stay in school, albeit under strict conditions?
Guest: Onwabile Lubhelwane, Gauteng MEC of Education’s spokesperson
Johannesburg Transport MMC Kenny Kunene and officials from the Jo’burg Roads Agency have descended on Witpoortjie Estate, where three massive sinkholes have opened up, threatening homes and infrastructure. Early indications point to illegal mining activity beneath the area as a possible cause of the dangerous ground collapse.
Guest: Nomvelo Mkhize, Manager of Infrastructure and Land Use Business Unit at the Council for Geosciences
Financial advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates, Bryan Hirsch answers the following money matters questions:
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Why are individuals not saving enough for retirement?
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What is the difference between a Living Annuity and a Fixed Annuity.
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Is a Power of Attorney for life?
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What happens if you die without a Will?
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When comparing premiums with different life companies, why do they vary so much?
Prisoners of poverty get a fund to help with bail under R1000
Former Constitutional Court judge,Edwin Cameron with his colleagues from the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services, Rebecca Gore and Sohela Rajpal have written an excellent book called Behind Prison Walls: Unlocking a Safer South Africa. The book coined a phrase on “prisoners of poverty”. Justice Cameron joins
Parliamentary Home Affairs Committee summons agencies over illegal migrants that bypass border control
Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs, Mosa Chabane speaks to Joanne Joseph about the committee's concern over buses being intercepted with undocumented foreign nationals and has bypassed the border.
SA marks 20 years of same-sex marriage
Civil society group, The Other Foundation, has spent part of Africa Month commemorating the signing of the Civil Union Act into law 20-years-ago in this country. It made South Africa the first country on the continent to embrace same-sex marriages. Two decades on, we're catching up with the foundation’s Sam Shapiro, who's an official marriage officer.
The South African Human Rights Commission’s attempt to tackle growing anti-immigration tensions appears to have spiralled into a heated online confrontation. The SAHRC hosted a virtual engagement aimed at addressing rising hostility towards foreign nationals, but emotions quickly boiled over as angry participants flooded the discussion, exposing just how deeply divided and frustrated communities have become over immigration in South Africa.
Guest: Nomahlubi Khwinana, Commissioner at the SAHRC
Corruption Watch has released its 14th annual corruption report, titled Ke Nako: Mobilising for Justice, painting a sobering picture of corruption in South Africa. The organisation says corruption continues to affect nearly every sector of society — from policing and education to local government and state-owned enterprises — while whistle-blowers remain at the forefront of exposing wrongdoing, often at great personal risk. The report also marks the beginning of Corruption Watch’s Vision 2030 strategy, aimed at strengthening accountability and citizen activism in the fight against corruption.
Guest: Lebogang Ramafoko, Executive Director at Corruption Watch
As the world grapples with division, conflict and growing inequality, the question is increasingly being asked: what unique contribution can Africa make to humanity? In a thought-provoking Mail & Guardian article, the CEO of the Thabo Mbeki Foundation, Max Boqwana, reflects on Steve Biko’s powerful words that Africa’s greatest gift to the world would be “a more human face.” The piece challenges Africans to rise to this historic moment, as global attention steadily turns toward the continent for leadership, values and vision.
Guest: Max Botwana, CEO of the Thabo Mbeki Foundation
Farmers battling the spread of foot-and-mouth disease have scored a major legal victory. A High Court ruling now allows farmers to vaccinate their cattle without first getting government approval. This means they can import vaccines themselves and take action to protect their livestock. Business interest organisation Sakeliga was part of the court challenge, arguing that urgent intervention was needed as the disease continues to threaten the agricultural sector.
Guest: Piet Le Roux, CEO of Sakeliga
South Africa’s DNA testing crisis is once again under the spotlight. Parliament has heard that the SAPS Forensic Science Laboratory division is sitting with a backlog of more than 140-thousand DNA cases — leaving thousands of rape survivors and grieving families waiting for answers and justice. Now, calls are growing for the government to outsource DNA testing to qualified private laboratories and universities across the country, in a bid to ease the pressure and speed up investigations.
Guest: Prof Nimrala Devi Gopal, Academic leader in the discipline of Criminology and forensic studies
Yesterday you shared your thoughts with us on whether migrants in the country should
be able to access healthcare in our country. So we thought we’d follow that up today
with a story on a new Immigration White Paper which government wants to introduce in
regard to healthcare. Dr Rebecca Walker is from the African Centre for Migration and
Society at Wits University.
Guest: Doctor Rebecca Walker from the African Centre for Migration and Society at Wits,
The Johannesburg mayoral race is heating up.Rise Msanzi has announced Lukhona Mnguni as their mayoral candidate. Joanne Joseph asked him about his plans for the City.
South Africa’s military is reportedly cash-strapped. Reports say the South African National Defence Force has had to ground most of its Oryx helicopters except for one, because the fleet is old and the SANDF can’t afford the fuel to keep it in the air. Military analyst, Dean Wingrin speaks to
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority and the South African Pharmacy Council, have swooped on a Pretoria pharmacy and shut it down, after finding it was illegally manufacturing and distributing GLP-1 drugs. Originally prescribed for diabetes, many people are now taking them for weight loss. SAHPRA’s Regulatory Compliance Manager, Mokgadi Fafudi, is with us to explain.
The Compensation Fund says it has clawed back millions lost to alleged fraud — recovering around R46 million from the more than R71 million believed to have been siphoned off over the past two financial years. But the full scale of the scandal may still be unfolding, with reports suggesting not all fraudulent activity has yet been uncovered.
GUEST: Farzana Fakir, Acting Commissioner of the Compensation Fund
South Africa’s floral talent is blooming on the world stage. Local florists have struck gold at the prestigious Chelsea Flower Show in London — marking the country’s 50th appearance at the global showcase and once again putting South African creativity and biodiversity in the spotlight.
GUEST: Leon Kluge, Lead Designer of the SA team
Co-operative Governance Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has tabled his budget vote in Parliament, promising stronger interventions to rescue struggling municipalities. The move comes as just 41 out of South Africa’s 257 municipalities have managed to achieve clean audits — highlighting the deep crisis in local government.
GUEST: Velenkosini Hlabisa, Minister of COGTA
Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams has unveiled a major funding boost for women entrepreneurs. Launched in Kimberley, the Imbali For Her Programme channels nearly R900 million into supporting and growing women-owned businesses across the country.
Nthabeleng Mokitimi-Dlamini, Group Executive: Ecosystem and Stakeholder management at sedfa
The African National Congress has dissolved its Eastern Cape Provincial Executive Committee after a failed provincial conference and a court interdict threw the party’s internal processes into turmoil — deepening divisions in one of the ANC’s key strongholds.
GUEST: Ongama Mtimka, Acting Director of the RaymondMahlaba Centre for governance and leadership at Nelson Mandela University and Political Analyst
The National Consumer Commission believes budget airline FlySafair may have broken the Consumer Protection Act by allegedly overbooking flights. The matter has now been escalated to the National Consumer Tribunal — raising serious questions about passenger rights and airline accountability.
GUEST: Hardin Ratshisusu, Acting Commissioner of the National Consumer Commission
Johannesburg City Councillor for Weltevreden Park, David Brand speaks to Joanne Joseph about power challenges that the community has had over the past six days with City Power unable to restore electricity supply to the area.
Guest: David Brand: Ward Counsellor Weltevreden Park
Women in Cape Town who use public transport fear being victimised during they daily commute to workplaces and home. Joanne Joseph speaks to Prof Marianne Vanderschuren: from the Centre for Transport Studies at the University of Cape Town, who was part of the study.
Guest: Prof Marianne Vanderschuren: from the Centre for Transport Studies at the University of Cape Town
Communities living alongside mines say they are paying the price for South Africa’s mining economy — with rising social problems, environmental damage, and little support from the government. Residents, together with civil society groups, say they’ve repeatedly raised concerns about the impact mining is having on their lives, from poor living conditions to health and safety issues. But despite writing to Parliament and calling for intervention, they say they’re being ignored. The group Mining Affected Communities United in Action warns that many communities are hitting a brick wall in their fight to be heard. So tonight we ask: who is really protecting the people living in the shadow of the mines?
Guest: Sabelo Mnguni, MACUA National Coordinator
Yesterday, we received a voice note from a listener who said a minor mistake from his youth is still haunting him years later. Despite trying to have the offence expunged from his criminal record, he’s battling to get answers and struggling to move on with his life. In a country where jobs are already scarce, a criminal record — even for a minor offence — can shut doors before you’ve even had a chance to explain yourself. And for many people, the frustration is made worse by a system that’s difficult to navigate, with little communication and long delays.
So we ask: how easy is it really to clear your name and get a second chance in South Africa?
Guest: Liana Nieuwoudt: Legal Administration Officer at the Justice Department
Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee investigating explosive allegations of corruption within South Africa’s criminal justice system has once again asked for more time to complete its work — this time, a sixth extension. National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has approved the request, giving the committee until the 12th of June to submit its draft report. The repeated delays are raising questions about just how deep and complex these allegations run — and whether South Africans will finally get answers about corruption claims involving some of the country’s key law enforcement and justice institutions.
Guest: Dereleen James, ActionSA Member of the AdHoc Committee
Air travel is stressful enough without landing to find your luggage cracked open, damaged, or worse — items missing. After travelling last week, our team experienced exactly that. And for everyone affected, reporting the damage turned into a frustrating process of forms, queues, and complaints. So tonight we ask: are airlines and airports doing enough to protect passengers’ baggage — and who takes responsibility when things go wrong?
Guest: Trudi Broekman, Consumer Right Attorney
Your financial health is important to us, which is why we have a weekly chat with financial advisor, Bryan Hirsch of Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates. This week we're talking about the issue of relative wealth.
For the first time publicly, King David School has spoken out about allegations of sexual abuse said to have taken place on its premises in the early 1980s. The complainant, now an adult and former student at the school, has accused two former teachers at King David High School of abusing him while he was a boarder there more than four decades ago. The case is once again shining a spotlight on historical abuse allegations in schools — and the difficult questions institutions face about accountability, justice, and support for survivors years after the alleged incidents took place.
Guest: Miranda Jordan, Women and Men Against Child Abuse
Yesterday, we brought you the breaking news of the Constitutional Court of South Africa ruling parts of the National Health Act unconstitutional. At the centre of the judgment was the controversial “Certificate of Need” — a policy that would have required doctors, clinics and hospitals, both public and private, to get state approval before operating in certain areas. The court rejected the provision, siding with the South African Medical Association, which had fiercely challenged the move.
Dr. Mvuyisi Mzukwa: South African Medical Association (SAMA) Chairperson
Water shortages are becoming one of the most frustrating realities for many South Africans — especially in Gauteng, where residents are battling repeated supply interruptions. To plug the gaps, municipalities have increasingly relied on water tankers. But that emergency solution is coming at a massive cost. Gauteng Infrastructure Development MEC, Jacob Mamabolo, says some municipalities have spent hundreds of millions of rand on water tankers over just a few years.
Theo Nkonki Spokesperson to MEC Jacob Mamabolo (Gauteng Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional and Infrastructure Development
The worsening water crisis in Gauteng is now raising serious human rights concerns. According to Independent Newspapers, Gauteng Education MEC, Lebogang Maile, has approached the South African Human Rights Commission over the ongoing shortages affecting communities and schools across the province. Maile says the lack of reliable access to water is disrupting learning and violating a basic human right.
Ayesha Laher: Director at AHL Water & Water Expert
The Department of Correctional Services is bringing back military-style ranks for its officials. Soon, staff will once again carry titles like Brigadier, Colonel and General — similar to the SAPS rank structure. But why the return to a more militarised system? We unpack the reasoning behind Correctional Services Minister, Pieter Groenewald’s decision to reintroduce the ranks, and what it could mean for discipline, authority and the culture inside South Africa’s prisons.
Singabakho Nxumalo: National Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) and Richard Mamabolo: spokesperson for the Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru)
The mystery around the theft at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala farm is deepening. New reporting now suggests that far more than the reported 8-million rand may have been stolen in 2020 — with investigators exploring whether the amount could have been nearly double.
Kyle Cowan: News24 Investigative Journalist
There has been a major development in the disappearance of two-year-old Omphile Sethole, who vanished earlier this month from Ga-Mabuela village. As the search for the toddler continues, her grandparents are expected to appear in the Mahwelereng Magistrate’s Court on allegations of child negligence. Joanne Joseph gets an update from SABC News reporter, Katlego Nyoni.
Profile: Geordin Hill-Lewis plans as DA leader and GNU
As the Democratic Alliance charts a new chapter under fresh leadership, questions remain about the party’s identity, inclusivity and political direction in a rapidly shifting South Africa. From criticisms around representation and service delivery, to the DA’s role in the Government of National Unity and its strategy ahead of local government elections — we unpack the challenges, expectations and vision shaping the party’s future. Geordin Hill-Lewis, DA leader speaks to Joanne Joseph about his plans for the party.
South Africa’s latest unemployment figures have once again placed the spotlight on the country’s deepening youth jobs crisis, with nearly 60 percent of young people unemployed. As companies raise concerns about hiring and retaining Gen Z workers, we ask: what kind of workplaces are young people actually looking for — and what urgent interventions are needed to connect them to meaningful employment?
Bongiwe Beja-Ntsiko: Growthwheel Certified Business Advisor and Founding Director at Transire Consulting speaks to Joanne Joseph.
AmaBhungane is taking the government to court over the controversial Public Procurement Act. While the legislation is meant to tighten and regulate procurement across the state, the investigative journalism outfit argues the process lacked meaningful public consultation — raising fresh concerns about transparency, accountability and public participation. Caroline James, Journalist with Amabhungane speaks to Joanne Joseph.
The Democratic Alliance's Jack Bloom is sounding the alarm over conditions at Tembisa Hospital in Gauteng, warning of critical shortages of medical equipment and healthcare staff. The party says unless urgent intervention happens, patient care and lives could be put at serious risk
Guest: Geoff Whyte, Group CEO of Advtech
Rosebank College has rebranded as “Rosebank International.”
Rosebank College has rebranded as “Rosebank International.”
Guest: Professor Linda Meyer is the Managing Director of ADvTECH’s Rosebank International Group,
Conditions once associated with older generations are now increasingly affecting young South Africans. From hypertension and strokes to anxiety, depression and burnout, health experts are warning that the pressures facing young people today are taking a serious toll on both mental and physical wellbeing.
Guest: Lesley Meyer: lecturer at University of Pretoria’s Department of Physiotherapy
Guest: Tracy Feinstein: SADAG Call Center Manager,
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has secured a major legal victory in the long-running 1999 arms deal corruption case involving former president Jacob Zuma and French defence company Thales.
Guest: Bophelo Seleke: Independent Legal Analyst
As South Africa marks World Telecommunication and Information Society Day on 17 May, the national conversation around connectivity is evolving from infrastructure rollout to meaningful digital participation. While network coverage has expanded significantly, affordability and real-world usability remain major barriers preventing millions from fully participating in the digital economy.
Guest: Vuyani Jarana: CEO of llitha Telecommunications
Zuma appearing in Pietermaritzburg court on corruption trial challenge
Guest Nonhlakanipho Magwaza: KZN Sabc reporter,
Financial Corner: Savings vs wealth creation: Financial advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates, Bryan Hirsch gives guidance on wealth creation and short term savings.
Citizens have until the 14th of May to comment on a Code of Conduct released by the Information Regulator for gated communities and buildings where personal information is collected before entry. Director and Regulatory Head at Werkmans Attorneys, Ahmore Burger-Smidt walks Joanne Joseph through the details of the code of conduct.
6 in 10 youths Unemployed in latest stats, 61% of South African youth are unemployed.
Joanne Joseph is in conversation with Independent Economist, Stephen Mantsho and Buhle Magwaza, project Lead at Advocacy campaign Youth Capital about the jobs numbers.
The Road Traffic Management Corporation's Executive Manager for Road Traffic Information and Technology at the RTMC, Kevin Kara-Vala explains the changes in language used for the electronic learner's license test
SAPS National spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe speaks to Joanne Joseph about the twin culpable homicide cases under investigation after 3 members of a family were killed in separate car accidents.
As Africa’s Travel Indaba shines a global spotlight on Durban and KwaZulu-Natal, attention is also turning to the local businesses powering the tourism experience behind the scenes. One of them is Syavaya Tours — a homegrown KZN company that has risen from humble beginnings to become an official shuttle service provider for this year’s event. It’s also a success story of how tourism incubation programmes and local support can help small businesses grow into major industry players.
Guest: Phetheni Mbonambi: Director, Siyavaya Tours,
President Cyril Ramaphosa has drawn a line in the sand — refusing to resign over the Phala Phala saga and instead taking the Section 89 panel report on judicial review. The move has triggered fierce backlash from opposition parties, with some accusing him of undermining the Constitution he once helped craft. The political battle over accountability, credibility and constitutional integrity is now intensifying.
Guest: Richard Calland: Associate Professor in Public Law, University of Cape Town
A new computerised learner’s licence testing system is shaking things up at testing stations across the country — and thousands more applicants are failing. Since the introduction of the Computerised Learner’s Licence Testing system, pass rates are believed to have dropped by as much as 30%, raising questions about whether the system is exposing poor preparation or making it harder to pass.
Guest: Simon Zwane: Chief Communication Officer, Road Traffic Management Corporation ( RTMC)
Guest: Robert Chandler: managing director Of The southern african Institute Of Driving Instructors (SAIDI)
As the world marks Parkinson’s Awareness Month, questions are being raised about how South Africa is failing thousands living with the disease. Nearly 750,000 South Africans are affected by Parkinson’s, yet many are only diagnosed once symptoms like tremors, stiffness and slowed movement have already taken hold. Critics say the healthcare system remains too focused on medication, while patients continue to battle late diagnosis, limited support and a lack of holistic care.
Guest: Dr Nombini Habangana: Medical Affairs Director at AbbVie
Residents in George are assessing the damage after severe weather battered parts of the municipality, leaving power outages, infrastructure damage and growing concerns over recovery efforts. We speak to the Executive Mayor of George for the latest update on restoration work and the municipality’s emergency response.
Guest: Cllr Ald Browen Johnson: Executive Mayor, George Municipality ( Ward 23 Councillor)
Pressure is mounting on President Cyril Ramaphosa as the ANC’s National Executive Committee prepares for an urgent meeting tonight, with the Phala Phala scandal dominating the agenda. Despite a Constitutional Court ruling paving the way for an impeachment inquiry, Ramaphosa says he will not resign and will instead challenge the Section 89 report in court. We speak to the ANC for reaction as divisions emerge within the party over the president’s future.
Guest: Cameron Dugmore: anc Member
Political temperatures are rising this morning after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced he will not step aside and will instead challenge the Section 89 panel report in court. Opposition parties have come out swinging — with one branding him a “constitutional delinquent.” But if that accusation holds weight, what does it say about a leader who once helped shape South Africa’s democratic Constitution itself?
Guest: Adv Paseka Ncholo: Constitution Drafter
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) says it has released private accommodation payments to universities as part of efforts to stabilise the student housing payment system. The scheme says more than 100,000 students have benefited from three major disbursements this quarter, while engagements continue with accommodation providers to resolve outstanding payment and verification challenges.
Guest: Mr. Ishmael Mnisi: NSFAS Spokesperson
The Garden Route remains on edge after devastating floods battered the region last week, leaving several communities cut off and critical infrastructure badly damaged. While emergency teams race to restore roads and provide relief, forecasters are warning that two more cold fronts could bring another wave of disruptive rain, gale-force winds and dangerous coastal conditions to the Western Cape in the coming days.
Guest: Dr Obiora Nnene, Associate Member (SAICE) South African Institution of Civil Engineering
South Africa is battling the devastating impact of severe weather, with the National Disaster Management Centre declaring a national disaster across six provinces — Mpumalanga, Free State, North West, Northern Cape, Eastern Cape and Western Cape. Days of brutal weather have left widespread damage in their wake, forcing disaster management teams to intensify relief and emergency response efforts in some of the country’s hardest-hit communities.
Guest: Lehlohonolo Thobela, forecaster at the South African Weather Services
Can President Cyril Ramaphosa survive growing calls for his removal following the Constitutional Court’s explosive ruling on the Phala Phala scandal? With the MK Party pushing for a motion of no confidence and opposition parties demanding accountability, pressure is mounting on Parliament and National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza to act. The ruling has reignited questions around whether Ramaphosa breached his oath of office — and whether South Africa could now be heading toward an impeachment inquiry or even a political showdown in Parliament.
Guest: Professor Bheki Mngomezulu: Political Analyst and Director at the Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy, at Nelson Mandela University
Pressure is mounting on President Cyril Ramaphosa following the Constitutional Court’s explosive ruling on the Phala Phala scandal. The MK Party has now formally requested that National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza allow a motion of no confidence against the President to proceed by Wednesday — reopening fierce debate over accountability, impeachment, and Ramaphosa’s political future. The latest developments come after the apex court found Parliament acted improperly by failing to establish an impeachment inquiry after an independent panel concluded the President may have a case to answer over the 2020 Phala Phala robbery.
Guest: Nhlamulo Ndlela, Umkhonto we Sizwe Party National spokesperson
South Africans are waiting on a pivotal Constitutional Court judgment this morning in the explosive Phala Phala saga. At the centre of the case is the 2020 theft of millions of dollars from President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Limpopo farm — money that was never officially reported to police. Parliament later came under fire for failing to act on the matter, prompting the Economic Freedom Fighters and the African Transformation Movement to approach the highest court in the land, arguing that Parliament neglected its constitutional duty to hold the President accountable.
Guest: Vuyo Zungula: Parliamentary Caucus Leader, African Transformation Movement (ATM)
South Africa’s political landscape has been shaken after the Constitutional Court ruled that Parliament acted unlawfully in blocking the Phala Phala impeachment process against President Cyril Ramaphosa. In a landmark judgment, the court ordered the National Assembly to reconsider the Section 89 report — reopening the door to a possible impeachment inquiry and placing fresh pressure on both Parliament and the President.
Guest: Bophelo Seleke: Independent Legal Analyst
Today marks 30 years since South Africa adopted its Constitution — a document born out of intense negotiations, compromise, and the dream of a democratic future. Anchored by the Bill of Rights and inspired by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Constitution was crafted by the Constitutional Assembly under the leadership of Cyril Ramaphosa, years before he became President. Three decades later, it remains widely regarded as one of the most progressive constitutions in the world — protecting freedoms, shaping democracy, and defining the values of the nation. As South Africa reflects on this historic milestone, Speaker of Parliament Thoko Didiza joins us to unpack its legacy, relevance, and the challenges facing constitutional democracy today.
Guest: Thoko Didiza: Speaker of Parliament
We unpack the impact of the recent Digital Economy Summit in East London — a major gathering focused on shaping the Eastern Cape’s digital future. The summit brought together government, tech leaders, innovators, and young entrepreneurs, with big plans unveiled to boost digital infrastructure, skills, and innovation. Key announcements included a new Data Centre, a BPO facility, a Digital Hub, and the Cisco EDGE Centre — all aimed at driving jobs, connectivity, and economic growth in the province.
Guest: Mr Thembela Zweni: East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) Chief Executive Officer
As Africa Month celebrations continue across the continent, we’re reflecting on the power of African art to preserve identity, tell our stories, and reconnect us to the roots we share. Music, in particular, has become a bridge across borders — blending cultures, languages, and lived experiences into something uniquely African. A new collaboration between a South African vocalist and a Ghanaian pianist is doing exactly that. The project, titled African Breyani, is being hailed as a rich fusion of heritage, creativity, and continental unity — a musical conversation that celebrates Africa’s diversity while reminding us of what binds us together.
Guest: Dr. Natalie Rungan: Co-creator,Africa Breyani
Guest: Victor Dey Jr.: Co-Creator,African Breyani,
A court battle this week has put the spotlight on one of South Africa’s most heartbreaking realities — abandoned babies. Organisations like Baby Savers SA and Door of Hope have long offered desperate parents a safe, anonymous way to leave infants in the hope they’ll be protected, cared for, and eventually adopted. But those lifelines came under threat after the Gauteng Department of Social Development accused the organisations of operating illegally, arguing that baby saver boxes violate the Children’s Act and warning that they could be shut down. The matter has now landed in court, raising urgent questions about the law, child protection, and what happens when desperation meets bureaucracy.
Guest: Tahiyya Hassim: Founding Member of Baby Savers SA & Founder & Director of New BeginningZ,
Guest: Karabo Ozah: Director, Centre For Child Law
SABC Economic Reporter, Nosipho Radebe gives an update on the first day of the Constitutional Court hearing into the National Health Insurance.
Research associate of the Southern Centre for Inequality Studies, Lisa Vetten speaks to
Joanne 837 rape cases being closed by police over the last three years citing that they could not trace the survivors
Looking ahead to the Local Elections in November, Joanne Joseph has a discussion with Assistant Manager for Civic Education, The Electoral Commission of South Africa, Mmakgabo Ramatlhodi and Founder of Elections Management and Consulting Agency of Africa, Lulu White; CEO & Founder of Ground Work Collective, Mbali Ntuli and Dr Ngqapheli Mchunu, Senior Researcher at the HSRC
NHI Challenge at ConCourt Crossing: A high-stakes legal showdown over South Africa’s healthcare future is now underway.
The National Health Insurance is back in the spotlight as the Constitutional Court hears two major challenges from the 5th to the 7th of May. The Board of Healthcare Funders and the Western Cape government are contesting the process, arguing that the NHI was pushed through without adequate public consultation.
The outcome could be pivotal — if the government loses, it may significantly delay or reshape the rollout of NHI.
GUEST: Nosipho Radebe: SABC Economics Reporter
NHI Challenge at ConCourt Crossing: A high-stakes legal showdown over South Africa’s healthcare future is now underway.
The National Health Insurance is back in the spotlight as the Constitutional Court hears two major challenges from the 5th to the 7th of May. The Board of Healthcare Funders and the Western Cape government are contesting the process, arguing that the NHI was pushed through without adequate public consultation.
The outcome could be pivotal — if the government loses, it may significantly delay or reshape the rollout of NHI.
GUEST: Nosipho Radebe: SABC Economics Reporter
Gauteng Residents Warned against Malaria and what you need to know about Hantavirus: Two growing health threats are raising alarm bells across the country.
Malaria cases and deaths are on the rise following recent heavy rains, with infections now appearing in areas that don’t typically see the disease. At the same time, concerns are mounting over Hantavirus after three deaths linked to a cruise ship outbreak, with a British tourist currently in ICU at a Johannesburg hospital.
Guest: Prof Lucille Blumberg Infectious disease specialist at NICD
Flooding and inclement weather expected across 5 provinces: A nationwide weather warning is in effect as severe conditions move in. Cold, wet and windy weather is expected across several parts of the country today, with risks of heavy rain, flooding, damaging winds, severe thunderstorms and rough coastal seas. Snowfall is also possible in some areas.
The South African Local Government Association is urging municipalities to remain on high alert and ready to respond to any weather-related emergencies.
GUEST: Tokelo Chiloane: Senior Forecaster with the South African Weather Services
GUEST: Mthobeli Kolisa: SALGA’s Chief Officer: Infrastructure Delivery and Spatial Transformation Services
Humanitarian aid for flood victims: Flood relief efforts are intensifying as large parts of the country battle devastating downpours.
Gift of the Givers has already reached hundreds of families in the Northern Cape, but many communities remain cut off by flooded roads and difficult terrain. With conditions worsening, the SANDF is stepping in with air support to access isolated areas.
Teams are now on high alert across multiple provinces as severe weather warnings raise the risk of further flooding, damage and displacement.
GUEST: Ali Sablay, Gift of the Givers
NSFAS under administration for the third time in 8 years: The crisis at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme has reached a tipping point. NSFAS is now officially under administration following the resignation of two more board members last week. Higher Education Minister Bhuti Manamela says the scheme’s ability to function has been severely compromised, forcing government intervention.
Professor Hlengani Mathebula has been appointed to take the reins as efforts begin to stabilise the embattled institution.
Guest: Prof Thandi Lewin: DDG of University Education at the Department of Higher Education
Guest: Jerry Dlepu, Author of Unfair way: The untold history of South African Black Golf
Guest: Andy Du Plessis, MD of Food Forward
Guest: Wandile Sihlobo, Agricultural Economist
Guest: Damian Williams, Founder and system Engineer at Earthbound
Joanne speaks to CEO of Karoo Pistachios, David Muller about the increased uptake of the country's Pistachio exports exacerbated by the US war on Iran. Muller says it's an opportunity to create jobs in the small town of Prieska in the Northern Cape.
Joanne Joseph speaks to the Chairperson of the Select Committee on Public Petitions and Executive Undertakings, Jeremiah Mokae is giving guidelines on how to effectively write to parliament for your matters to be taken up by the committee
Prof Paul Mudau, Associate Professor in the Department of Public, Constitutional and International Law at Unisa speaks on the annual and the process undertaken to change parts of the Constitution.
CEO of Cybersec Clinique, Doreen Mokoena speaks to Joanne Joseph about the rise in delivery fraud where scammers ask their targets to pay customs before receiving their online order.
Bryan Hirsch, Financial advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates gave advice on retirement funding.
- Advantage and disadvantages of taking early retirement.
- Understanding the two pot system.
- The difference between gross interest and net interest.
- How does one go about calculating how much life insurance a family need.
- Understanding the different types of disability
Professor Adekeye Adebajo, Senior Research Fellow, University of Pretoria and Ebony Riddell Bamber, the programme director of the Scott Trust’s Legacies of Enslavement programme speak to Joanne Joseph on slavery being declared the gravest crime against humanity
South African Social Security Agency, SASSA is worried that some beneficiaries are being duped into signing documents, that lead to deductions from their monthly grants. At least one citizen has flagged this. Let’s find out more from SASSA Spokesperson, Paseka Letsatsi.
Paseka Letsatsi, SASSA Spokesperson
A few days ago, former politician and co-founder of NPO, Reimagine, Mamphela Ramphele, told News24, that the country was undermining the future of its children by offering Maths Literacy. She went on to say that all children are capable of studying Maths, and listed the LEAP Science and Maths Schools as an example of how students, many of them from disadvantaged backgrounds are able to succeed at Maths with the proper input. We thought we’d speak to a group of experts about this to hear their opinions. Vha-hangwere Khuba is a Maths teacher from Limpopo, who’s also written a textbook that is now widely available.
Prof Nicky Roberts, Extraordinary Associate Professor of mathematics education at Stellenbosch University and Director at Kelello Consulting
Prof Mary Metcalfe, Professor of practice at the University of Johannesburg
Vhahangwele Khuba, author of Rocket Mathematics
Police are on the hunt for the killers of 3-men who were shot dead at a McDonald's branch in the Jo’burg CBD yesterday. The victims were apparently having breakfast at the fast food-restaurant at the corner of Jeppe and Small Streets when the killings occurred. Our SABC News reporter, Pimani Baloyi is covering the story.
Pimani Baloyi, SABC News reporter
Sthembiso Hlatshwayo, Ward Councilor
Ongama Mtimka, Acting Director of the Raymond Mahlaba Centre for governance and leadership at Nelson Mandela University and Political Analyst, explores what the ANC and SACP's relationship will look like after the campaigning ultimatum given to members with dual membership
Impact of acting roles on policing a midst Madlanga revelations
Dr Johan Burger, Independent Crime and Policing consultant, speaks to Joanne about the appointment of the acting National Commissioner, General Puleng Dimpane
Farm workers march to parliament to demand land
Carmen Louw, Co-Director of Women on Farms Project, speaks on the call by farm-dwelling women for the government to provide land
The African Forensic Sciences Academy (AFSA) has announced that founding member Stephen Fonseca will receive the prestigious IAFS Human Rights Award
Fonseca, who heads the African Centre for Medicolegal Systems at the International Committee of the Red Cross, is being honoured for his extensive frontline work in forensic science across Africa and beyond—helping advance justice and human rights through his expertise.
GUEST: Stephen Fonseca: African Forensic Sciences Academy (AFSA) founding member
In a recent ruling, the Constitutional Court of South Africa made it clear that the Commission cannot enforce its own findings like a court can. In other words, if the SAHRC investigates a complaint and makes a ruling, that decision isn’t automatically binding or legally enforceable.
But—and this is the crucial part—the Court didn’t sideline the Commission either. It emphasized that SAHRC findings must carry serious weight. Courts are expected to consider them carefully and give them substantial influence when deciding related cases.
GUEST: Lawson Naidoo: Executive Secretary of the Council for the advancement of the South African Constitution
South Africa is stepping into the AI era—with the public invited to help shape the rules. The government has unveiled a draft national policy on artificial intelligence, aimed at protecting citizens while ensuring the benefits of AI reach the country’s most disadvantaged communities.
Beyond access and inclusion, the proposed framework tackles big questions around ethics, governance, and accountability. Set to roll out in phases over the next three years, the policy could define how AI is developed, used, and regulated—making now the moment for South Africans to weigh in.
GUEST: Nerushka Bowan: tech and privacy lawyer, and founder of the LITT Institute
A major fraud crackdown is underway in Limpopo, where Hawks has arrested 11 suspects accused of siphoning off millions from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme.
The group was taken into custody this week as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged large-scale abuse of student funding. Authorities believe the suspects may have manipulated the system to divert funds meant to support vulnerable students.
GUEST: Captain Wendy Nkabi: Hawks spokesperson (Limpopo
Joanne speaks to Embrace's leader, Julie Mentor and Director at Wise 4 Afrika & GBV activist, Advocate Brenda Madumise on obstetric violence experienced by women while giving birth
A panel discussion on the changing face of Higher Education and the skills needed for graduates to get jobs.
Joanne speaks to a student,
Anusha Ramraj; the Director of the short course portfolio and Business Intelligence at Wits Plus
Dr Nico Baird; the CEO of the Graduate Institute of Financial Sciences,
Dr Kershen Pillay and HR Executive at Clicks,
Germinah Nyikana share insights on on-going education.
Joanne speaks to the spokesperson of the Special Investigating Unit, Advocate Selby Makgotho speaks about the preservation order granted to the entity against business man, Siyabonga Nkosi for assets worth R76.5 Million
Young South Africans are increasingly being priced out of the property market, as rising living costs and stagnant wages make homeownership less attainable. What was once considered a key pathway to financial security is now becoming out of reach for many in the 18–35 age group.
According to Lightstone Property, this trend is not temporary but signals a deeper structural issue that could have lasting consequences for the country’s housing market and broader economy.
James Hodge: Chief Economist at the Competition Commission of SA and Hayley Ivins -Downes: Managing Executive, Real Estate, at Lightstone Property
The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has delivered a significant ruling on the scope of the Road Accident Fund (RAF), confirming that even undocumented foreign nationals are entitled to claim compensation for injuries sustained in road accidents in South Africa.
The case centred on whether the wording “any person” in Section 17(1) of the RAF Act excludes individuals who are in the country illegally. The SCA dismissed the RAF’s appeal with costs, reinforcing earlier High Court findings and clarifying the legal position.
Professor Hennie Klopper: is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Pretoria and a legal practitioner at HB Klopper in Pretoria
A tragic road rage incident in Johannesburg has reignited urgent debate around firearm ownership, public safety, and the adequacy of South Africa’s gun licensing system.
Following a minor collision in Emmarentia, a confrontation escalated into gunfire, leaving one man dead and two others injured—allegedly in front of children. The incident highlights how quickly everyday disputes can turn fatal when firearms are involved, raising questions about whether current licensing controls are sufficient and whether psychological screening should be mandatory.
Martin Hood: Attorney and Firearms expert
Brooks Spector, Veteran US diplomat and political analyst
How many friends does American President, Donald Trump, have left abroad? In recent weeks, several international leaders have signalled a schism between their countries and Trump. Longtime US friend and neighbour, Canada, has increasingly been looking for new partners since Trump applied high tariffs against it. British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer has been open about not being drawn into Trump’s war on Iran. European leaders, like Emmanuel Macron and Spanish leader, Pedro Sanchez, have taken a hard stance against the US. Surprisingly, so has Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who used to be a Trump fan. That’s not to speak of the Pope, who’s been open in his criticism of America’s war on Iran. Veteran US diplomat and political analyst, Brooks Spector joins us with some analysis.
Gauteng Health responds to Talisman claims
Well, the Gauteng Health Department’s rejected Section 27’s assertion that it’s handling this matter in a haphazard way.
Asiphe Funda, Attorney at SECTION27,084 848 0414
Jack Bloom, DA Gauteng spokesperson on Health, 082 333 4222
Jackie Tau, Chairperson of the board, Talisman Foundation, 082 573 3131
Just last week we brought you an update on the Life Esidimeni tragedy, revealing that the National Prosecuting Authority wants to charge two officials who oversaw the disaster, in which 144 mental healthcare patients died. Now, there’s worry that it may happen all over again. The Talisman Foundation in southern Johannesburg, where a large group of mental health patients is being looked after, says it has to vacate the building from which it’s been operating for decades. Now, there’s real concern that the Gauteng Health Department could hurriedly move the patients to facilities which haven’t been properly vetted. The DA’s Jack Bloom is raising the alarm.
Ali Sablay, Gift of the Givers
I shouldn’t really complain about the weather in Jo’burg. Cape Town’s had a horrible weekend - two cold fronts and really heavy rain and flooding. And sadly, it’s always those living in informal settlements who are the worst affected. NGO, Gift of the Givers has stepped in to help the affected communities. Let’s talk to Ali Sablay from the organisation.
Guest: Jabu Stone: author of Turning Passion into Profit
From township hustle to household name—Jabu Stone, widely known as “Mr Dreads,” has turned a passion for natural hair into one of South Africa’s most recognisable brands.
Now, in his book Jabu Stone – Turning Passion into Profit, he opens up about the journey behind the success—sharing hard-earned lessons, bold risks, and the mindset that transformed an idea into a thriving business.
Today, we speak to the man himself about building a brand, navigating challenges without a mentor, and why he’s now committed to guiding the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Guest: Lawson Naidoo, Executive Director of Council for the Advancement of the Constitution CASAC
Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge is now at the center of a constitutional process that could ultimately lead to impeachment, after the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) escalated findings against him from misconduct to gross misconduct.
Guest: Monde Ndlovu: Managing Director at the Black Management Forum (BMF)
At a B-BBEE symposium at the University of Johannesburg, Deputy Minister Seiso Mohai fired back at mounting criticism of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment, arguing the public narrative is riddled with half-truths. His intervention lands as debates over transformation and growth intensify—and as flashpoints like Starlink’s stalled entry sharpen the stakes.
Guest: Caryn Dolley, Author and Journalist with the Daily Maverick
Guest: Major General Jeremy Vearey, Former head of Western Cape detectives
Gangsterism in the Western Cape has evolved into a full-blown social crisis—one that continues to claim lives, destabilise communities, and pull young people into cycles of violence. Across areas in and around Cape Town, rising violent deaths and the growing reach of organised crime have turned entire neighbourhoods into battlegrounds.
Guest: Lisa Vetten, Research Associate at the Southern Centre of Inequality Studies at Wits University
The possible impeachment of Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge, following a finding of gross misconduct by the Judicial Service Commission, is more than a legal turning point. It’s a powerful moment of reckoning for how workplaces confront unwanted sexual attention from those in positions of power.
The sentencing of Julius Malema for a firearm discharge conviction puts three high-stakes questions on the table: what the law demands, what it means for the Economic Freedom Fighters, and whether his political trajectory bends—or breaks—from here.
Guest: Nthabiseng Dubazana: Legal Expert at Dubazana Attorneys, 064 544 9302
Guest: Nkosikhulule Nyembezi: Political Analyst, 082 688 6405
A new report highlights South Africa’s deepening wastewater crisis, showing that despite tens of billions allocated for repairs, the country’s sewage treatment systems are still deteriorating. The article frames the issue as a cycle of “build, neglect, rebuild”, where infrastructure investment is undermined by poor maintenance and governance.
Guest: Ayesha Laher, director at AHL Water & Water Expert
eThekwini municipality water and sanitation responds to residents’ complaints over ongoing water supply issue.
Guest: Jabulani Mayise, Manager Water Operations at Ethekwini Municipality Water and Sanitation
South Africans will have to tighten their belts further as the IMF downgrades the country's economic growth prospects
Economist and Director of Inanti Strategies,Xhanti Payi looks at the International Monetary Fund's downgrading of South Africa's economic growth.
A panel discussion on the Department of Basic Education's review of the history curriculum. Joanne speaks to the national DBE spokesperson, Terrence Khala; Historian Dr Vashna Jagarnath and Head of History at Redhill School in Morningside, Mumsy Malinga.
President of Ethekwini Ratepayers and Residents, Ish Prahladh speaks to
Joanne on the lack of water provision in the city following a complaint by a listener on the provision of water tankers for residents
Pope's Africa Tour amidst Trump criticism Catholic theologian, Dr Annemarie Paulin-Campbell delves into the importance of Pope Leo's Africa tour in the midst of criticism by US President, Donald Trump.
WTM Africa will soon kick off. It’s a sizeable conference focused on World Travel and Marketing, where a significant slice of business gets done. I’ve long maintained that one way of growing tourism in the country, and bringing in a massive amount of investment is through the medium of film. South Africa has the most gorgeous destinations for film making. Kwazulu-Natal, in particular, has really temperate weather and the locations there make for truly beautiful backdrops. Let’s find out more about the how the province plans to showcase itself at WTM Africa this year.
GUEST: Pinky Radebe: Head of PR & Communications at KZN Tourism & Film Authority
A 56-year-old Pastor arrested over the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl in Gauteng is set to seek bail in the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court on today, as outrage grows and calls mount for the court to keep him behind bars.
GUEST: Refiloe Mekoa, SABC News Reporter
More than a decade after the Life Esidimeni tragedy, SECTION27 and victims’ families have welcomed the decision to prosecute those implicated, calling it a crucial step toward long-overdue justice for 141 mental health patients who died.
GUEST: Faatima Laher: Health Rights Attorney at Section 27
GUEST: Christine Nxumalo, Family member of a Life Esidimeni Patient
Nearly a decade after the Life Esidimeni tragedy shocked the nation, the National Prosecuting Authority has finally decided to prosecute those implicated in the deaths of more than 140 mental health patients.
Four astronauts are safely back on Earth after making history as the first humans to travel to the Moon in more than 50 years aboard Artemis II.
GUEST: Dr Daniel Cunnama: Science Engagement Astronomer, South African Astronomical Observatory
Sgt Nkosi applies for bail: Gauteng Organised Crime Unit officer Sergeant Fannie Nkosi returns to court this morning for his bail application, after his initial appearance last week. He was arrested following a raid on his home, where police uncovered guns, ammunition, and other evidence. Our SABC News reporter Sashin Naidoo joins us now from the Pretoria North Magistrate’s Court.
Guest: Sashin Naidoo, SABC NEWS Reporter
US IRAN talks fail: Just one week remains before the temporary ceasefire expires, and time is running out for the United States and Iran to secure a lasting deal. After 21 hours of high-stakes talks in Islamabad this weekend aimed at ending the six-week war, negotiations have stalled. US Vice-President JD Vance confirmed yesterday that no agreement could be reached. Freelance correspondent Ofer Nieman joins us now from the region.
Guest: Thembisa Fakude: Director at Africa Asia Dialogues and Global Governance Analyst,
Court prohibits Dora Nginza Hospital workers from protesting:The Eastern Cape Health Department is heading to court in a bid to halt a strike by workers at Dora Nginza Hospital, as conditions inside the facility rapidly deteriorate. Reports say patients have been left lying on floors without care, with staff protesting overcrowding and severe shortages.
GUEST: Mlungiseleli Ncapayi: Nehawu’s Eastern Cape Provincial Secretary
Challenge to legalise Euthanasia
Guest: Prof Joseph Raimondo: Executive Director of Dignity SA
Analysis: Just one week remains before the ceasefire expires, and the clock is ticking for the United States and Iran to secure a lasting deal. After 21 hours of intense negotiations in Islamabad this weekend aimed at ending the six-week war, talks have stalled. US Vice-President JD Vance confirmed yesterday that no agreement could be reached.
GUEST: Ofer Nieman: Freelance journalist based in Israel
The Pakistani capital, Islamabad, has declared an unexpected 2-day holiday to up security and clear the way for important weekend talks with Iran and the United States. Both parties agreed to a ceasefire this week after 6-weeks of conflict
Prof Dilip Menon, International Relations at Wits University
Whistleblowers in our country may finally get the support they deserve from government. Justice Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has acknowledged that whistleblowers face retaliation, are robbed of the opportunity to make a decent living, and are sometimes even killed for exposing corruption. Now, she’s announced a series of reforms to protect them and you have until the 14th of May to comment on whether these reforms are workable, before the bill goes to parliament for final approval.
Leonard Tsietsi Sebele-metja is Chief Director: Legislative Development at the Justice Department
Professor Athol Williams is a Senior Fellow of Management Practice in Strategy at the Saïd Business School and Academic Director of the Oxford Advanced Management and Leadership Programme
Cynthia Stimpel
Verne Harris, Former head of coordination between the TRC and the National Archives, currently an executive consultant to the Nelson Mandela Foundation
Dr. Mvuyisi Mzukwa, South African Medical Association (SAMA) Chairperson
Guest: Commissioner Vusumuzi Mavuso: Public Service Commission (PSC)
Guest: Janine Erasmus, Website Editor at Corruption Watch
At one time or another, most of us have been on the receiving end of a public service we were promised, that never materialised. While there are undoubtedly pockets of excellence in the public service, South Africans still speak about the negative experiences they’ve had. These complaints range from poor service at hospitals, to parents struggling to get their children into the right schools, to the long queues at government offices, or police who don’t take the rights of crime survivors seriously. But the president has now stepped in, signing into law the biggest changes the public service has seen since the start of South Africa’s democracy.
Guest: Na'eem Jeenah, Senior Researcher: Humanity at the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA) and former Executive Director of the Afro-Middle East Centre (AMEC
Two weeks. That’s the length of the ceasefire that’s in place between the United States and Iran. In usual fashion, both sides are claiming victory. But even though it’s temporary, the world is responding with an enormous sigh of relief. As part of the concessions, The US will stop bombing Iran for 2-weeks and Iran will, in turn, reopen the Strait of Hormuz to allow ships to pass through. Na’eem Jeenah is a senior researcher at the Mapung-gubwe Institute of Strategic Reflection
Guest: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, Minister of Health
The first batch of injectable HIV prevention doses has arrived in the country. It consists of 37 920 doses of Lenacapavir. This will allow for the department of Health to roll out the phased implementation plan will be outlined
Guest: Benji Shulman: Executive Director of the Middle East Africa Research Institute
Guest: Sanisha Packirisamy, Chief Economist at Momentum
Guest: Sibusiso MBOTO: Advocacy coordinator at the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group.
As of last week, it’s costing us more to get around. The price of petrol went up by more than 3-rand a litre last week while diesel went up by over 7-rand. But the fuel price increase wasn’t as bad as it could’ve been, because government reduced the fuel levy so we wouldn’t have to take all the pain at the pumps. Having said that, paraffin went up by a whopping 11-rand-67. I thought that was particularly upsetting, given that so many families who struggle financially depend heavily on paraffin. But if you thought it wouldn’t get worse, think again. Businesstech is among those saying the Central Energy Fund’s latest figures show fuel prices may well skyrocket in the coming months. And it’s all down to the US attacks on Iran that have persisted for 6-weeks now, disrupting oil prices worldwide. In the next half hour or so, we’re going to be looking at exactly what this means for all of us
On the 27th of March, Cathy Mohlahlana gave a historical perspective of the burial of the human remains that were repatriated from the Glasgow Museum after they were put on display by colonial governments more than a century ago. Speaking at the burial ceremony, President Cyril Ramaphosa called it a theft and even spoke about the possibility of compensation. Let's play you an excerpt of what he said on that day…
So this morning we get the perspective of Iziko Museum based in Cape Town to give more clarity on the remains as not all of them belonged to the KhoiSan community. Also to talk about how the project started and what informed it and whether they will be going to other museums too seeing that many African remains were looted by colonial forces all in the name of scientific research. Let's welcome now…
Guest: Dr Bongani Ndhlovu - Acting CEO of the Iziko Museum
Guest: Dr Wayne Florence - Director of Research and Exhibitions at Iziko Museum
Guest: Annelize Kotze - Curator of Culture and Identity at Iziko Museum and also the Reburial Lead
Final Wind Down with Jesse Clegg and Msaki: Our next guest has joined forces and recently released their new EP, Entropy. It is a six-track collaborative project exploring themes of loss, transformation, and rebirth, crafted across cities including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Los Angeles, and New York.
The highly anticipated EP blends diverse global soundscapes and heartfelt lyricism, reflecting the duo’s three-year creative journey and deepening artistic friendship. Alongside the release, they rolled out a six-part visual album series, featuring standout singles like ‘Wayside Lover,’ ‘How Dare You,’ and ‘Cruel World for Meaning Junkies,’ culminating in a full visual film release. To tell us more about this project and upcoming performances, we are joined by…
Guest: Jesse Clegg - Musician (singer & songwriter)
Guest: Msaki - Musician (composer & singer-songwriter)
This morning (Thursday) The Transport Department launched it's road safety campaign on the eve of the Easter weekend. The sad part is that despite all the road safety campaigns, fatalities on our roads are not decreasing. Where are we going wrong and what's the point of these campaigns if the situation on our roads does not change? To talk about what new thing the department is bringing this time around, we are joined by…
The Cities Economic Outlook report for 2026 has revealed that metros in the country are under strain due to the difficulty of balancing a high population growth and economic activity. Metros were always seen as the engines for national growth, as they house most of the manufacturing hubs and industry. The report which is compiled by National Treasury, Human Sciences Research Council and some of the leading universities goes on to reveal that it's no longer the traditional productive industries that are creating jobs, but rather the public services and non-tradable industries. To help us understand this report and why we should be worried, we are joined by…
Guest: Prof Ivan Turok - Professor of urban economics at the University of the Free State; and a Distinguished Research Fellow at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)
Guest: Prof Justin Visagie - Associate Professor at Southern Centre for Inequality Studies, University of Witwatersrand
Guest: Ajiv Maharaj - Deputy Head of Economic Development, eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality
Guest: Jodie Posen - Head of Economic Intelligence, City of Cape Town
Unions and other civil society movements have welcomed government’s efforts to reduce the fuel prices that were meant to increase with a significant amount. The petrol price was going to go up by more than 5-rands while diesel was going to increase by more than 9-rands. The prices are still going to go up from the beginning of May. As long as the war between Israel, USA and Iran continues, fuels prices are going to be severely affected. So this morning we thought to talk about what more we would like to see government do to deal with a possible fuel crisis as we've heard reports of some petrol stations turning motorists away because they've run out of fuel?
Guest: Mametlwe Sebei - President of the General Industries Workers Union of South Africa
Guest: Riefdah Ajam - General Secretary for the Federation of Unions of South Africa, FEDUSA
Guest: Visvin Reddy - Member of Parliament for the MKP and longtime activist against high fuel prices
South Africa is taking a bold step toward closing one of its most persistent gaps — the digital divide. A new R142 billion Digital Connectivity Investment Roadmap, unveiled by the Development Bank of Southern Africa and the National Planning Commission, sets out an ambitious plan to achieve universal high-speed broadband access by 2035. This is more than just an infrastructure plan — it’s a blueprint for building an inclusive digital economy. The roadmap looks at everything from
expanding fibre and mobile networks, to tackling affordability, improving digital skills, and strengthening institutional capacity.
Aligned with frameworks like the National Development Plan and global targets such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the plan outlines what it will take — financially and practically — to ensure that no community is left behind in South Africa’s digital future.
The big question now is: how do we turn this R142 billion vision into reality — and what will it mean for ordinary South Africans, especially those in underserved and rural areas?
Guest: Dr. Tshepo Feela - Commissioner of the National Planning Commission (NPC) in South Africa
Guest: Zoë Modiga - Musician
Our next guest hails from Mgungundlovu and describes her music as an African contemporary. She describes her sound as the merging of afro-opo, funk, rock, soul and new wave. She draws inspiration from Lebo Mathosa, Nina Simone, Letta Mbulu and Busi Mhlongo. The last time we spoke to her, she was about to perform at the North Sea International Jazz Festival (2022). She returns to the Friday Wind Down to share her third studio album: Nomthandazo with us. To share more about her musical journey, we are joined by...
Last week President Cyril Ramaphosa unveiled King Shaka’s statue at KwaZulu-Natal’s King Shaka International Airport. He said that the AmaZulu King’s legacy of a statesman and unifier is still relevant for present-day South Africa. The 11 metre high statue took 14 years in the making, as the initial aim was to have a statue honouring King Shaka at the airport during the 2010 soccer World Cup. Interestingly, we received a voice note from one of our listeners asking about the true history of King Shaka and whether the Zulu nation was named by him or came after his death? Let’s take a listen….
Guest: Prof Musa Xulu – Zulu Cultural expert, Historian and founder of Ndonsa Yesizwe
Let’s tell you now about a positive story by NGOs calling themselves the MAMAS Alliance. They are made-up of 36 NGOs and collectively care for over 70,000 children throughout the country where they provide critical support in areas such as education, healthcare, nutrition, and community development. Last week, they held a conference under the theme ‘Make them fly’ and to tell us more on what they do and also the outcomes of the conference, we are joined in studio by….
Guest (Studio): Gaoagiwe More -Mammas Alliance CSI Partnerships Managers
Guest (Studio): Gontse Gqamana - Mammas Alliance CSI Partnerships Managers
Over the weekend Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi said that the Gauteng government has decided to ban the sale of Terbufos, a pesticide which was found to have caused the recent deaths of six Soweto children. He goes on to say that only licensed businesses will be able to sell the pesticide also known as "halepherimi". Lesufi was speaking following a meeting with MECs, Mayors and MMCs on implementing By-Laws and regulations for spaza shop operations in the province. The meeting comes amidst the spike in food-borne illnesses which have since claimed the lives of 23 children in the province, with 441 cases reported. Lesufi says traders must abide by prescribed regulation. Let’s take a listen….
Guest(Studio): Cllr Nobuhle Mthumbu - Speaker of the City of Johannesburg
South Africa's maternity wards have faced criticism for poor service, leading to unnecessary deaths of mothers and babies. The country's maternal death rate is 133 per 100,000 births, with uneven care quality and access. To tackle this, the National Department of Health has introduced new guidelines, updating previous versions since 2015. These guidelines focus on Standardized care, Respectful treatment, Informed consent and Better communication.
Maternity nurses are crucial in communities, providing vital care during pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal periods. Their expertise directly affects mothers' and babies' health. Good care during pregnancy and childbirth is vital for healthy outcomes. The guidelines emphasize better support before and after birth; and quick response to complications. The guidelines also take into consideration the training healthcare workers with empathy; addressing systemic challenges and resource allocation; and ensuring respectful care. To help us unpack these new guidelines, we are joined by…
Guest: Mr Ellence Mokaba - Director of Maternal and Neonatal Health
The Life Esidimeni scandal reflects one of the darkest days in our public healthcare system. Human rights violations such as neglect and starvation lead to the death of 144 patients 9 years ago (2015). South African Depression and Anxiety Group, Heinrich Boell Foundation, Section 27, and the Life Esidimeni Family Committee came together to reflect this journey called: The Life Esidimeni Portraits of Lives Lost Book.
The book will honour the lives of those patients who tragically died and the impact it had on their families. The book also explores the ongoing struggle for better mental healthcare in South Africa and the urgent need to ensure such a tragedy never happens again.
Our next guests contributed to the book by visiting family members to share their the story of their loved ones. Families brought out a picture that they selected of their brother, parents, sister or child who had died. These portraits are not just faces on a page, but a testament to the human cost of this tragedy. To tell us more about this journey, we are joined by…
Guest (ZOOM): Mark Lewis - Author and Photographer
Guest (ZOOM): Christine Nxumalo - Member of the Life Esidimeni Family Committee
South Africa is the 12th largest carbon emitter globally, with 77% of electricity generated from coal. According to the Integrated Resource Plan 2019 by the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, the government target to decommission 12 GW of coal-fired capacity by 2030. This accelerates the need for renewable energy integration, creating a growing demand for skilled professionals, particularly within municipalities, to manage grid stability, implement energy policies, and stimulate local economic growth.
Our next guests have launched the second cohort of its Just Energy Transition Skills Development Programme with a group of 30 trainees in Gauteng. This follows the successful pilot in Mpumalanga with a cohort of 32 utility and government officials back in 2022. The programme is in partnership with the Wits Business School and seeks to help operators as well as managers acquire critical skills needed in our evolving energy landscape. The programme also seeks to address grid stability, the integration of intermittent renewable energy sources, and stimulate local economic growth through intentional energy procurement strategies. To tell us more about this initiative and how it can help the public sector, we are joined by…
Guest: Mpho Mookopele - Chief Executive Officer of Energy and Water SETA
Guest: Bertha Dlamini, President and founder of the African Women in Energy and Power
This morning, Bryan will be dealing with retirement in 12 easy steps.
If listeners would like a copy of what Bryan speaks about, they can email the following email address: info@anchorcapital.co.za
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited (Radio line: 011 880 4888)
The Consumer Goods Council of South Africa is launching an illicit goods awareness campaign to highlight the importance of buying legitimate products, with a particular focus on food products. This comes against the backdrop of recent food poisoning cases and unfortunate fatalities reported. The campaign, “Cheka Daai Ding, Reka Makoya!”, targets wider communities including spaza shop owners and taxi rank food traders. To tell us more about the work of the CGCSA and the role they play in food safety, we are joined by...
Guest: Neo Momodu, Executive: Legal, Regulatory Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement
Last week saw an escalation of post election violence in Mozambique which saw the closing of the Lebombo border between South Africa and that country.Opposition parties have denounced last month's election results which saw FRELIMO hanging on to power. SADC on the other hand has which has been accused of not acting quick enough to deal with the situation has now called for an extraordinary summit. Advocacy group Human Rights Watch has also reported that government has interfered with internet access and social media as the military is cracking down on protesters. To help us understand what could be behind the violent reaction and how the country found itself here, we are joined by....
Guest: Nixon Kathembo - Executive Producer at Channel Africa's Kiswahili Desk who was in Mozambique covering the elections
Guest: Dr Mmabatho Mongae - Data analyst in the Governance Insights and Analytics Programme at Good Governance Africa
Guest: Allan Ngari - Africa advocacy director at Human Rights Watch
Our next guest hails from Polokwane and has had music pumping through his veins since he was born. He was inspired by his father who was a musician, composer and a businessman. This would lead him to studying sound engineering and work as club DJ, while also composing songs for friends. He would end up being offered a record deal by Oskido, after he heard Thebe’s song, whilst performing at the same club. He has become one of the most influential figures in the music industry and a pioneer of kwaito music. Over his career, Thebe has gone on to record 12 successful albums that have solidified him a spot in the Kwaito hall of fame. Today, he joins us to celebrate 30 years in the business and where he will be performing this festive season. We are joined by…
Guest: Thebe Mogane - Musician
As we reflect on the 30 years of democracy, we often look to elders to help us navigate some of the lessons we have had to learn on this path of freedom and give us wisdom for the road ahead.
Our next guest served during the first administration of our democratic dispensation: the Mandela era. In a recent speech, he argues that there is still a long way to go in our democratic journey. He argues that the journey to nation-building requires all of us. In the speech, he highlighted what he believes we need to urgently address: the outcome recent elections, land, access to water, malnutrition and shares his concerns on growing incidents of racism within communities. In this hour, he wants us to look forward and unpack what we need to do as citizens to get the South Africa that we want and truly deserve. We are joined by…
Guest : Jay Naidoo - Former Minister in the Mandela administration, the founding secretary-general for COSATU and Author of the forthcoming book, Love ans Revolution (February 2025)
Last month, we kicked off a series of discussions surrounding Social Housing and how government is working towards housing solutions for low-income families to access opportunities toward attaining entry-level homes. Today, we look at the road to Home Ownership from the perspective of those who seek assistance from banks to own their first home. One of our guests from the initial discussion outlined the importance of reviewig the qualifying criteria and create sustainable intervention that helps millions of aspirant homeowners to afford entry-level homes around the country. There are also challenges regarding how we manage a home after purchase and when you should contact a financial institution if you are in financial distress. To share their insights about this, we are joined by...
Guest : Mfundo Mabaso - Product Head (Personal Segment) at FNB
Guest : Alison Hickey Tshangane - Affordable Housing Specialist focusing on SA residential property market
International steelpan drumming sensation Andy Narell is in the country and performed at the Pretoria National Botanical Gardens on the 2nd of November 2024 and this coming weekend he will be at the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens on the 9th of November 2024. He is no stranger to music lovers as he’s been to so many counties performing with well-known names in Jazz. He now joins us in studio to talk about his musical journey and his beloved instrument the steelpan….
Guest: Andy Narell - International steelpan drummer
November being known Movember which focuses on all issues pertaining to men. So on this show to kick off the month, we thought to look at men’s health specifically cancers that men should be aware off. Prostate cancer is a major one that troubles a lot of men also with the fact that men don’t like to visit the doctor. To educate us on this, we are joined by…..
Guest : Dr Mulalo Radzuma - Urologist
One of our callers called into our openline complaining about the cost of data, the value of airtime on calls and whether network operators were being regulated for the increasing tarriffs. When the cost of airtime and data rises, people lose their ability to connect, find jobs and access critical information.Moreover, people have had to make difficult decisions between covering basic costs of living or staying connected.
Guest : Koketso Moeti - Amandla.Mobi
Guest: Dr. David Harrison - Chief Executive Officer at the DG Murray Trust (He made presentation at the Data Services
Guest: Jason Aproskie, Principal Economist, Economic Research Bureau, Competition Commission
It is time again when medical aids and gap cover and primary health care providers reveal their 2025 benefits and their contribution increases. This morning, we are going to discuss options what do those with medical aids need to consider.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
As we continue to track the year of elections, we take a moment to reflect on the latest developments in one of the largest election processes this year: the United States of America. With the elections set to get underway today, some Americans view foreign policy as part of their top five policy issues.
We spoke to Mr Rodney Davis whose former member of the U.S. Congress from Illinois (R), and a managing director at Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies & Mr Jason Altmire whose former member of the House of Representatives from Pennsylvania (D) and author of the critically acclaimed book, “Dead Center: How Political Polarization Divided America, and What We Can Do About It” to share their insights with us. Cathy started the conversation by asking if there is a consensus when it comes to escalating conflicts around the world, the nation’s outlook on foreign policy position and what is America’s responsibility as a leader in global politics...
The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation has recently shared their Annual Performance Report for the 2023/24 financial year. The Department were in Parliament last week to present their findings and outlined that 95% of their targets. The report lays out the state of monitoring and unpacks the visits they have made to special economic zones, schools and hospitals. This also includes monitoring progress on the implementation of District Development Model as well as collaboration with other public stakeholders. The report also reflects what has been achieved through monitoring and evaluation in government over the past 30 years.
One of the key areas outlined in the report speaks to their role during growing number of natural disasters and how it has worked alongside provinces to rebuild communities. Another aspect of the performance report unpacks what challenges they have facedwhen monitoring progress such as frontline monitoring, building communication platforms for citizen interaction and information gathering. Given the shift between the 6th and 7th administration, we wanted to understand whether the new GNU has prompted the Department to adapt monitoring efforts and how it will hold fellow departments accountable for the targets they set while also ensure service delivery in the medium-term.
Guest: Seiso Mohai - Deputy Minister in the Presidency responsible for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
This past weekend, police in the North West starved more than 200 illegal miners underground at a mine in Orkney. The hungry and dehydrated Zama zamas were forced to come out straight into the hands of awaiting police. This is part of the police's 'vala umgodi' campaign, loosely translated in English means 'close the hole'. As good as this sounds for the police and the nation, is it the correct approach in dealing with illegal mining? Often communities where illegal mining takes place complain about the violence and crime when rival groups fight for territory.
Guest: Kgothatso Nhlengetwa - Artisanal Mining Expert
Guest: Busi Thabane - General Manager at the Benchmark Foundation
In a new study compiled by the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund and Deloitte, 18% of children may face a decline in economic potential to build a better life. The Child Poverty report investigated the economic impact of child poverty in South Africa, researching data on the direct financial burden and the loss of future economic potential. The study highlighted that government spends R656 billion on poverty alleviation initiatives (9,8% of GDP) to help vulnerable children.
This study is a follow-up to the 2023 State of the South African Child report which outlined preliminary findings surrounding five major challenges affecting children including health, nutrition, education, housing, and safety.
Guest: Dr Linda Ncube-Nkomo - CEO of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund
Guest: Dr TK Pooe - Senior Lecturer at the WITS School of Governance
Our next guest began his musical journey while he was in primary school and later got introduced to the apostolic gospel-style of singing. He burst onto the music scene as part of a platinum selling South African music group, the Soil. When he is not with the group, he works as a songwriter, producer and theatre music director. Ntsika has also developed a record label head of Nomadic Tribe Entertainment. His songs are inspired by through visions and in his dreams.
Guest: Ntsika Fana Ngxanga - Singer, Songwriter, Theatre Music Director and Founder of Nomadic Tribe Entertainment
A few months ago Media24 announced that many of their publications will no longer be printed, but continue on-line. Very shocking announcement as it will not only affect workers, but also street vendors. So many of us grew up with newspapers being part of our daily lives, from soccer scores at the back of the page, TV guide, job applications, death announcements, horse racing, matric results, classifieds, retail leaflets and the list goes on.
The Daily Sun grew to be a beloved paper in the township, while the City Press is one of the dominant Sunday reads we grew up. Sadly the last copy will be coming out on the 22nd of December while the Daily Sun’s last copy will be on the 2Oth.
Guest: Mondli Makhanya – Editor in-chief for the City Press and veteran journalist
Guest: Amos Mananyetso – Editor of the Daily Sun
Something different coming out of KwaZulu-Natal is that the province’s Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs has reportedly issued a circular instructing municipalities across the province to table the inclusion of amakhosi in the agenda for upcoming council meetings. Reports in the media quote Cogta MEC Thulasizwe Buthelezi saying that the previous practice of council executive committees making decisions impacting areas under amakhosi without their input would no longer be allowed.
Guest: Rev Thulasizwe Buthelezi – MEC for the KZN Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
We use this hour now to reflect on yesterday's Medium-Term Budget through the eyes of trade unions. At the rate the cost of living is rising on a daily basis, one wonders if there's really anything that we as workers are benefitting from it. One of the issues also on the table was talk of making the R370-a-month social grant permanent or replacing it with a Basic Income Grant. For some time now, it has repeated its previous saying that a permanent grant must be supported by higher revenue sources. Is our social grant system sustainable seeing how many people are being retrenched?
Guest: Joseph Mathunjwa - President of the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union, AMCU
Guest: Ashley Benjamin, FEDUSA Deputy General Secretary
Guest: Mameti Sebei - President of GIWUSA
Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi -General Secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Unions
Breast cancer affects one in 27 women in South Africa, accounting for 23% of all cancers diagnosed. In many countries that face barriers to universal healthcare such as South Africa, one of the key challenges is diagnosis as patients affected by the illness are becoming younger (under 35) and are at a higher risk of mortality due to a lack of disease management. One of the big challenges of treating the diseases is the issue of late diagnosis. Awareness and education about breast cancer in young women can lead to earlier diagnoses and less invasive treatment options.
Early diagnosis also helps with survival rate. The survival rate for breast cancer in South Africa is around 40% (Stats SA 2023). This rate may vary depending on the stage of the disease and access to treatment. We explore with our specialists how the disease manifests, their work to help their patients, how they help patients navigate the changes in their body during care and treatment options. Many citizens have different experiences of illness and face many disparities: medical, emotional, psychological, and social support. As a result, one of the key issues we want to unpack during this panel discussion is how we manage the post-diagnosis period: What are the challenges being faced by patients and specialists to fight this illness? How are survivors managing the demands of remission? How do we bring this vital information to communities, help affected families and reach younger audiences?
Guest: Dr. Dimakatso Thebe - Radiologist
Guest: Anina van der Walt - Biomedical Scientist
Guest: Prof. Carol-Anne Benn - Head of the Breast Unit at Helen Joseph Hospital
Guest: Lucy Balona - Head of Marketing and Communications at CANSA
Courage is contagious and our next guests are a testament of this as they have overcome this disease. We speak to our breast cancer survivors to share their stories and give these women the opportunity to share their lives in remission. We also talk about the standard of care and navigating mental health with a life-threatening illness.
In sharing their stories, we hope to give our listeners and families affected by the disease a sense of solidairty and community. By providing platforms like these, we allow women to tell their story and boldly take a step forward to help younger women by raising awareness. We allow them the opportunity to share what advice they would give women to take control of their health-seeking behaviour and look after their future.
Guest: Agnes Munien - CANSA Relay For Life Global Hero Of Hope
Guest: Emily Matsie Bathong - Breast Cancer Survivor
Guest: Nono Zwane - CANSA Active Champion for CANSA
SAfm holds the Breast Cancer Awareness dialogue to shed light on this disease. This broadcast helps us bring communities in contacts with stakeholders who can support them not only accessing early diagnosis, finding treatment options to overcome the disease but also how to thrive after remission.
To tell us about the purpose of the day and why this dialogue is important for the public broadcaster and the responsibility it holds to make such essential information reach audiences around the country...
Guest: Nada Wotshela - Group Executive for Radio at the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)
As it is the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan devotes to answering questions that have been submitted to him during the month. He picks out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them on the last Tuesday of the month. But do remember that you are still welcome to ask financially related questions you mat have....
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Lusikisiki killings which took place a few weeks ago has no doubt shook the nation. 18 family members were shot and killed in two houses where they gathered at the Ngobozana village for a traditional ceremony. It is still not clear what the motive of the shooting was. In recent times, we have witnessed several mass shootings across the country that has left communities traumatized. More often than not, these bereaved families are left with very limited resources in the form of psycho-social support and how to rebuild their lives.
This morning, we speak to Nomfundo Mogapi as she shares her experience in Lusikisiki as she engaged with the police, pastors, social workers, GBV combat teams and forensic experts to support the family members. She also highlights the need for more structural support when it comes to preparing social workers, pastors, forensic professionals and combat teams for scenes of mass violence so they can help communities process the trauma of these experiences.
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi - Clinical Psychologist
Guest: Nyameka Poswa - Secretary of the Lusikisiki SGBVF combat team
As we continue to track the year of elections, we take a moment to reflect on the latest developments in one of the largest election processes this year: the United States of America. With the elections just days away, some Americans view immigration and the economy as part of their top five policy issues. Citizens want to see decline of immigrants coming into the country. There is little consensus on whether that be articulated as a restrictive policy imperative that includes domestic deportation operations or if it should reflect infrastructure support to help neighboring countries to prevent a mass exodus to the USA. Citizens are also concerned about the state the economy whether it be taxes, jobs and protection measures on imported goods have become central to what may sway undecided voters.
Guest: Mr Rodney Davis - former member of the U.S. Congress from Illinois (R), and a managing director at Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
Guest: Mr Jason Altmire - former member of the House of Representatives from Pennsylvania (D) and author of the critically acclaimed book, “Dead Center
A report surfaced this weekend from the ANC's four-day NEC meeting indicating that the party's reputation was damaged by corruption and their lack to act against those implicated. Very little has happened to those who were implicated in the Zondo State Capture Commission which many feel was a waste of time and resources. How far back do we point the finger and what could we say is behind the ANC's inability to hold each other accountable? Also just how difficult will it be for them to convince South Africans that they are serious about dealing with corruption internally?
Guest: Ebrahim Harvey - Former trade unionist, political writer, commentator and author
Guest: Tshepo Matseba – MD at Reputation 1st, a boutique strategic communication and reputation management consultancy
Guest: Samkele Maseko - Senior Political Journalist at SABC
According to the latest TPN quarterly report, tenant are still paying their rent and in good standing despite tenants feeling the financial pressure in previous quarters. The latest resident property monitor shows 83% of tenants were paying their rent on time in the second quarter of 2024.
Our next guest advises that landlords and property investors should apply rental escalations with caution. He also advises that property owners should value the longevity of a good tenant over aggressive return on investment. Our other guests will help understand the challenges tenants face when balancing their obligations and how to deal with landlords who want to aggressively up rentals. We joined by...
Guest: Waldo Marcus - Industry Principal at TPN Credit Bureau, an MRI Software company
Guest: Palesa Ngweyama - Founder and Principal Property Practitioner at Ilanga Properties
Guest: Sbu Nyathi - Sustainability Practitioner at Isakhombe Assets & co-host of Ubuntunomics Podcast
Exploitation in the construction sector has been rife for many years as it is an industry that is mostly made-up of casual labour. History has shown how things go wrong when sometimes unqualified people are made to work resulting in buildings collapsing and so on. Well this may become a thing of the past as the Department of Employment and Labour (DEL), together with its social partners, the International Labour Organization, the Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company, and the Compensation Fund are uniting to support labour rights and ethical business practices in the construction sector.
Guest: Aggy Moiloa - Inspector General in the Department of Employment and Labour
Guest: Naomy Lintini - Project Manager for SADC Region at the International Labour Organisation
Our next guest has been behind the scenes as an artist developer and manager for the past 20 years. He has with developed artists such as Berita and Ami Faku. He has worked alongside with such as Stoan Seate, HHP, Mobi Dixon, Msaki, Oliver Mtukudzi and Bra Hugh Masekela. Last year, his own journey to center stage began when he recorded his debut EP titled "Ndim". The EP features six tracks reflects of work features Betusile Mcinga and Zintle Kwaaiman. He joins us in the studio to speak about his latest single entitled "Xelel'ilizwe" which features poet, Nue Sam and his upcoming collaborations with Jaziel Brothers and Musa (Idols Winner: 2013).
Guest (Studio): Luyolo Beku - Musician
Many of you who’ve been listening to the Municipal Watch feature over the years will remember some of the rot that has been revealed from municipalities in the North West Province. From the Ditsobotla not paying its workers for moths, to Matlosana where the Municipal Manger was implicated in corruption and the Dr Ruth Mompati Municipality where R38-million was spent on a shack that was said to be a call centre. Still on Ditsobotla, Auditor General, Tshakani Maluleke in her latest report revealed that the municipality has failed to submit its financials for two years in a row.
Guest: Gaoage Molapisi – North West MEC for Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs
The Gross Gambling income being generated in the past year is R47 billion in the past financial year and represents 37% increase from April 2023 to March 2024. This is largely due to betting and gaming companies expanding their online presence and the gambling activities on offer.
Due to this move, they are capturing a young audience (18-34 years old) who spend more time on their phones than at a casino. According to an InfoQuest survey taken earlier this year, young people engaged in gambling activities at least 11 times a month (on average).
Gambling may be seen as recreational, addiction is not far behind and has posed a major challenge in society. Many people see gambling as an income stream as 39% of gamblers use their winnings to bet again. According to the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation, there have been 2661 referrals for gambling addition in the previous fiscal cycle.
Guest: Alpheus Matlatla - Assistant Manager for Treatment Services at the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation
Guest: Peter Ucko - CEO of the Tobacco, Alcohol and Gambling Advisory Advocacy and Action Group
Guest: Sibongile Simelane-Quntana - Executive Director of the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation
Residents under Merafong City Local Municipality which include Fochville, Carletonville, and Welverdiend, are said to be experiencing a severe water crisis which has left many without water for extended periods. Reports in the media point to infrastructure problems, drought and the fact that the municipality owes Rand Water millions. There are so many pictures on social media showing residents scrambling for water with buckets.
Guest: Welile Fihla – PR Councillor for the DA in Khutsong and also a resident
Guest: Dr. Ferrial Adam - Executive Manager at WaterCan
Guest: Henk Boshoff - Commissioner at the South African Human Rights Commission
This week, leaders of Brazil, Russia, India and China South Africa meet to discuss pertinent global developments and bilateral trade agreements that will forge the path forward at the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia. The Summit is set to host 36 international leaders from around the world and the United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Gutterres as a possible attendee. This Summit will also be the first appearance of its newest members: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates following their accession to the multilateral organization in August 2023.
At the top of the agenda of the Summit, the reduction of transactions from US Dollars to local currencies in a bid to bolster economic development. Another key discussion will be geopolitical environment and the role of multilateralism in overcoming conflict at a time where the world has returned on conventional warfare.
Guest: Prof David Monyae - Director of the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg
Guest: Thembisa Fakude - Senior Research Fellow at Africa Asia Dialogues (Afrasid)
This morning Bryan was meant to deal with some of the enquiries he’s been receiving on both his TV and Radio programmes from concerned employees regarding contributions deducted from their salaries by employers that have not been paid over. So he got in touch with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority to find out why they seem to be slow to act and perhaps displaying negligence by not addressing this issue with the urgency it requires. So they have agreed to come on to the show to explain the processes and also answer some of your questions.
Guest: Keabetswe Tsuene - Specialist Analyst in the Retirement Funds Conduct Supervision department
As we continue to commemorate Transport Month, we discuss one of the major causes of road fatalities in the country: driving under the influence of alcohol. In South Africa, 5.5% of road incidents in South Africa are directly caused by drinking and driving. The United Nations (UN) Global Road Safety has set a target of reducing drinking and driving incidents by 50% by 2030. Our next guests have formed a partnership to redouble their efforts in achieving this target through road safety initiatives.
Over the course of the second quarter of 2024, more than 4 000 roadblocks were held and resulted in over 4 800 arrests. We ask our panel today: Are road safety initiatives doing enough to turn the tide on fatalities and build more responsible drivers? What trends are law enforcement noticing at accident scenes involving alcohol-related collisions? What do parents need to teach their young adults about responsible driving practices? How can substance abuse issues be addressed through demerit systems to stop habitual offenders?
Guest (Studio): Lebogang Mashigo - Senior Programmes Manager at Aware.org
Guest (Telephone): Xolani Fihla - Spokesperson at the JMPD
Guest (Zoom): Magda Reynolds - National Business & Development Manager at NICRO
South Africa’s informal economy contributes significantly to the GDP at about 6% and job creation with an estimated 7.5 million employed in the informal economy, compared to 9.8 million in the formal economy. Beyond this, the township economy has been built to solve problems whether it is alleviating food security, providing modes of transport or connecting people to the internet. The informal economy has bridged the gap for social development issues.
For this sector to grow, it requires access to credit and digital profile for their operations. Without a banking profile or business transaction history, entrepreneurs are restricted to borrowing from friends, family, angel investors or micro-lenders at high interest rates. Digital payments with biometrics could help banks securely verify the identity of their customer and extend finance based on the trading history. There is also a challenge of regulation policy that is being set by the government and the recognition of tax contributions by small businesses.
Guest: Lance Fanaroff - co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of iiDENTIFii
Guest: Luvuyo Mncanca - business consultant and a freelance writer
Four of the six men who were gunned down at Godini Village in Qumbu in the Eastern Cape two weeks ago have been laid to rest on Saturday. The other two victims of the massacre from the Sotshongaye family were buried yesterday (Sunday). During the funeral news of another mass murder broke that five family members were shot and killed while sleeping in a village caller Bityi as our reporter Abongile Jantjes reports...
Guest: Claire Taylor - Researcher at Gun Free SA
Guest: Lindani Zungu - Founder and editor-in-chief of Voices of Mzansi
Guest: David Bruce - Policing expert based at the Institute of Security Studies
Taking us to the weekend is a young lady from Pretoria who calls herself ItsKwena. Her real name Kwena Mokgokong who was born and raised in Pretoria. She is described as mulita-talented composer, to production, poetry to painting to name a few. How does she describe herself and why did she decide to add English to her stage name, ItsKwena instead of the vernacular ke-Kwena as an artist…..
Guest: ItsKwena, real name Kwena Mokgokong
We chat now to the newly appointed General Secretary of the South African Council of ChurchesRevd Mzwandile Molo on a number of issues from the state of the country to the role of the church in politics and society. The SACC played a huge role in fighting and speaking out against the former apartheid regime which automatically put them on the wrong side of the fence. 30 years into our democracy, how would they describe the state of the country and what would they say are the biggest challenges we are facing? Also is the voice of the church still powerful under a democratic government vs the old. What new thing is Revd Molo hoping to bring as he takes the helm of this powerful organisation?
Guest: Rev. Mzwandile Molo - New General Secretary for the South African Council of Churches
Political drama is unfolding in the Kwadukuza Local Municipality where the ANC has recallled it's mayor, Lindi Mhaca who is reportedly refusing to leave. Her party is planning a vote of no confidence in her. Reports also indicate that political parties represented there are about to institute a motion of no confidence in the Speaker Dolly Governder which was filed by the DA.
Guest: Zwakhele Mncwango - ActionSA KZN provincial chairperson
Guest: Mongezi Twala – EFF Provincial Chairperson in KZN
Guest: Sthe Ngema – DA KZN Deputy Leader
Guest: Deon Viljoen – Chairperson of the Dolphin Coast Residents and Ratepayers Association
This week, the Ministers of Defense have gathered in Addis Abba for the inaugural continental conference on Defense. The conference is held under the theme "Africa: United in Peace, Strong in Security". At the conference, South Africa will be represented by Deputy Minister (Gen.) Bantu Holomisa and has been tasked to engage with other African defence leaders on issues such as counter-terrorism, peacekeeping, and border security management. He will also speak to leaders about enhancing the resilience of African defence forces. The conference aims to articulate a future vision for peace, stability, and development in Africa, while fostering collaboration to tackle shared security challenges. The continent faces major conflicts in the DRC, Sudan and Mozambique. There are also military junctas ruling countries in the Sahel region (Mali, Burkino Faso and Niger). There has also been shifting tides when it comes to how African nations align on military cooperation.
Guest: Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst & language specialist at Channel Africa Kiswahili desk
We come to you live from the Goethe-Institut where Media Monitoring Africa is hosting the 2024 Media Freedom Festival. This year the event takes place under the theme, “Media for Democracy: Ensuring Access, Accountability and Integrity in Journalism”.
They go on to say that they have partnered with leading organisations committed to collaboratively amplifying media freedom and human rights to make the festival more impactful. To look at some of the challenges and possible threats that remain an obstacle to media freedom and what it is that we should not compromise on,
Guest: Avani Singh - Constitutional Law Specialist
Guest: William Bird - Media Monitoring Africa
Guest: Sy Mammabola - Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Electoral Commission
This past weekend, Eskom marked 200 days without load shedding. The power utility predicts that this milestone may result in a 2% GDP growth boost due to improved power reliability. However, many citizens around the country have shared their disgruntlement on this milestone not reflecting their lived experiences.
Some of our listeners have shared they have experienced load reduction on a daily basis. Some of the challenges facing regional utility operators include illegal connections and excessive demand in specific neighborhoods in cities. Is load reduction the new normal? Will we continue to entrench energy inequality?
Guest: Miriam Nodembeloni - Chairperson of the Luvuvhu Energy Forum
Guest: Vally Padayachee - Power & Energy Expert and a former executive manager of Eskom and a former senior executive of City Power JHB
This week, Bryan will discuss the different ways of investing and making money in the long term by investing in property.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last month (17 September 2024), we highlighted the issue of funding employment initiatives - particularly in the teaching sector. A civil society organization wrote a letter to the Department of Labour on the status of teaching assistants, the impact the employment initiative has had for young people wanting to part of the basic education system and if there will be funding provided for the next recruitment for Basic Education Employment Initiative. Earlier this year, Minister Enoch Godongwana announced the extension of R7.4 billion for the Presidential Employment Initiative in the medium-term. If this disbursement is not released, the Department of Basic Education cannot go forward with the recruitment process (Phase V) of new teaching assistants. Since 2020, the Basic Education Employment Initiative has helped 22 000 schools and provided work opportunities for up to 300 000 young people across the country.
The Acting Director General of the Department of Employment and Labour made a commitment to provide updates on the disbursement of funds and there will be an announcement on implementation. Since our initial discussion, Youth Capital has only received an acknowledgement from the Department of Labour and Employment on the letter. There has been no meeting has been set or updates provided on the progress of this disbursement.
Guest: Viwe Mlezana - Acting Director-General of Employment and Labour
Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen announced on Friday that his party will no longer support the bailout of State-Owned Enterprises. He said this at a press briefing marking his party's 100 days since joining the Government of National Unity. He went on to say that the country has spent over R350 billion in bailouts for SOEs over the past 10 years. Let's take a listen to what he had to say on the issue...
Guest: Duma Gqubule – Research Associate at the Social Policy Initiative
Guest: Dr Dale McKinley –Independent Writer and Political Analyst currently based at the International Labour, Research and Information Group
New study unpacks GBV in the COVID-19 era and beyondFocus: Gender-based violence in South Africa is a critical issue, deeply rooted in historical, cultural, and social factors. On average, seven women are killed a day (1999 -2022) and femicide rates is five times higher than global rate. In a new report by the South African Medical Research Council, 60% of women who died during the height Covid-19 pandemic were at the hands of an intimate partner. The study reviewed mortuary files, autopsy reports, and interviews with police investigators. The report has also outlined that there have become more violent in nature as there is an increase in firearms (33%) and sexual assault (16,3%) as key features of femicide incidents.
Justice for victims of gender-based violence in South Africa faces several challenges. Only one of five femicide cases end in conviction. While there are laws and policies in place aimed at protecting victims and prosecuting offenders, enforcement can be inconsistent. According to the new report, many unsolved cases have been due to a lack of data on the perpetrators (50%), especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Victims often encounter obstacles like stigmatization and lack of support despite legislative interventions such as National Integrated Femicide Prevention strategy being introduced. To help us unpack this report further, we are joined by...
Guest: Dr Leane Ramsoomar-Hariparsaad- Public Health Researcher & Research Uptake Specialist at the South African Medical Research Council
Guest: Dr. Nwabisa Shai - Specialist Scientist: Public Health at the South African Medical Research Council
Our next guest hails from the streets of East London and she has carved a lane all of her own making in the South African industry.She has been a soundtrack to our lives kept us dancing in the past decade.
She has worked alongside some of the most recognizable producers and House DJs in the game from Mobi Dixon, to Revolution, Black Coffee, to Black Motion, to Prince Kaybee, Kabza de Small and Sun-El Musician. She is not limited to one genre as she has worked alongside Tresor, Tubatsi Mpho Moloi, Beatenburg and many more. Sheis celebrating this milestone in the South African music industry with us and joins us in the studio to make a special announcement for her fanbase ahead of another hot Summer season.
Guest: Asanda Lusaseni Mvana - Musician, composer, producer and curator
This week, public health stakeholders across the country are encouraging ordinary South Africans to choose healthier food options and live a more active lifestyle. The government has partnered with various public health organizations to emphasize the importance of educating the public on nutrition and safe food handling in an effort to combat malnutrition as well as illnesses.
One of the key concerns around building a healthier lifestyle is cost. Another concern is whether households are food secure and the accessibility of food that is safe enough to consume.
This year's edition has been overshadowed by several incidents of food poisoning have occurred among young people and children which have resulted in death. How can we make nutritious food available in our homes, workplaces, schools? How can we help South Africans from all walks of life enjoy a healthier lifestyle?
Guest: Ms Belinda Makhafola - Director for Environmental Health at the National Department of Health
Guest: Maria van der Merwe - Registered Dietitian & President of the Association for Dietetics in South Africa
Guest: Prof. Tertia van Zyl - Nutrition Society of South Africa Council Member and Professor at North-West University
For more than a year, the producers of this show have been trying to get the Ngaka Modiri Molema municipality on the show to talk about service delivery issues. Sadly the mayor, Khumalo Molefe has never been available for different reasons. Even today he is again not available to take part. The producers then asked when he can be available, but no response from the communication team. So this morning we thought to give you the residents under that municipality the opportunity to tell us what life is like when it comes to service delivery. Let’s first listen to this report that was done by our reporter,Itumeleng Kgajane and video journalist Tumelo Setlhabetsi there weeks ago. It was about residents of Danville township and neighboring villages in Mahikeng in the North West saying they have had enough. They have lodged complaints regarding a canal passing on the edge of the township.
Guest:Vincent Diphoko – Provincial secretary for the South African Municipal Workers Union (SAMWU)
Guest: George Morapedi – Provincial Chairperson of the Independent Municipal & Allied Trade Union, (IMATU) in the North West
Mozambicans headed to the polls yesterday in what commentators say will be another victory for the ruling FRELIMO that has been in power since independence in 1975. Some reports say that young people are not impressed with how things are turning out. As the results are trickling in, we get the perspective of our colleague from Channel Africa who is in Mozambique to give us a summary of what he has observed and what some of the locals are saying...
Guest: Nixon Kathembo - Africa specialist and executive producer of the Kiswahili Desk at Channel Africa
Today, we turn our attention to an issue that affects all South Africans, the cleanliness of our cities. Our cities, once beacons of hope and culture, are increasingly becoming overwhelmed with waste and disarray. Despite ongoing efforts from municipalities, many citizens feel disillusioned, believing that their surroundings are beyond help. But it doesn’t have to be that way. What then is our role as citizens and what should we do to help keep our cities clean?
Guest: Stuart Morrison – Data Analyst Intern within the Governance Insights and Analytics Team at Good Governance Africa
Guest: Dalu Cele - Founder and Executive Director of Clean City SA
Tomorrow (Thursday) marks World Mental Health Day and we thought to turn our focus on the impact of home security on our mental health. Our homes are supposed to be our comfort zones and places of safety, but if you look around and see how walls are getting higher and higher and also more burglar-proof gates are being installed to increase our safety. But then what does all of this do for our mental health? Do we worry too much about what can happen and also the fear of criminals breaking in? What is all of this doing for our mental health?
Guest: Arielle Susman - Clinical Social Worker specialising in trauma and mental health
This week, Bryan will address concerns regarding delays in the Two Pot Retirement System, along with issues raised by members about unpaid contributions. However, our primary focus for the week, will be on Estate Planning.
Before we do that, Bryan speaks for a few minutes to Muvhango Lukhaimane who is the Pension Funds Adjudicator to answer some of your concerns…
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
In last 3 years, the cost of living crisis has crippled many households as food inflation rose to 4,7% overall. According to the recent Household Affordability Index report, theaverage household food basket going up to R2,860.84 for September 2024 (Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group). These pressures have made it difficult for lower income consumers to keep up with new prices and placing more households at serious risk of being food insecure. According to the Competition Commission, several retailers and producers have not lowered their prices despite a better economic outlook.
In this discussion, we want to unpack if consumers will benefit from lower food prices given the easing of inflation, fuel prices, stronger exchange rate and loadshedding in recent months. We also talk about the role retailers/food producers play when it comes to pricing and how different stakeholders can play a role in advocating for consumers.
Guest: Khalirendwe Ranenyeni - Principal Economist at the Competition Commission
Guest: Camerodene-June Buys is a Junior Researcher in International Development and Social Policy at the Social Policy Initiative
Yesterday (Sunday) the SACP launched it Red October camping under the theme: Tackle the cost-of-living crisis and implement the NHI now. This theme reflects on the need to prioritize the recovery of the working class after facing limited access to public goods. The campaign also seeks to address how the party can share proposals on overcoming unemployment, poverty as well as inequlity in South Africa.
This morning, we invited the South African Communist Party to share some of their insights. We ask them what a caring socialist outlook could help build a better society that uplifts the dignity of workers. The party forms part of the tripartite alliance and play a critical role in setting the agenda when it comes to government policy and what direction society should be taking in achieving the national democratic revolution. We just wanted to understand how impactful is this campaign in positioning the party as leader in society two decades later.
Guest (TBC): Dr. Alex Mashilo - South African Communist Party
According to the Thrive by Five report, only 45% of children are on track with educational outcomes of early learning programmes.Our next guests have written letter to the Minister of Basic Education calling for urgency in finalizing the move from Department of Social Development given the 5 year wait. The bill was initially proposed in Parliament back in 2019 and was redrafted last year based on public comment. The revised bill is set to be presented at the parliamentary portfolio committee for basic education in the coming weeks.
The policy shift has been aimed at safeguarding the sector by improving the quality of educational outcomes for early learning programmes and accessibility to centres. This is set to affect 27 000 centres and over 2 million children up to the age of 5. National Treasury has set aside R1,5 billion for the transition of early childhood development and capacitate long-term investment for practitioners and ensure quality assurance. To help us unpack the importance of strengthening educational outcomes at a foundational level, we are joined by…
Guest: Gugulethu Ndebele - Executive Director Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls (OWLAG)
Guest: Marie-Louise Samuels - Early Childhood Development expert
Ushering us into the weekend is Bongi Mvuyana who has released a new album entitled ‘Power’ which she describes as person because of the many things she went through. It is scheduled to be released today (4th October) and according to industry commentators, the album marks a significant evolution from her earlier work.
Guest: Bongi Mvuyana – South African singer and song writer
Deputy Minister of Transport Mkhuleko Hlengwa has raised concerns over the amount of accidents that we’ve seen over the months.About a month ago, we’ve seen a few bus accidents that involved Zimbabweans entering the country and in a few instances school children died while being transported to school.Many of our listeners have raised concerns about scholar transport describing the state of those vehicles used to transport. So as we kick-off National Transport Month, we thought to invite the Mr Hlengwa to talk about a number of issues pertaining to his new portfolio and where he would say things need to change.
Guest: Mkhuleko Hlengwa - Deputy Minister of Transport
We revisit the Emfuleni municipality where workers have not been paid their September salaries. This comes after Eskom attached the municipality’s bank accounts to ensure it pays R8bn owed to the power utility. This particular municipality has been in the news for many years for all the wrong reasons. From poor service delivery to being placed under administration.
Guest:Makhosonke Sangweni – Communications manager at Emfuleni Municipality
Guest: Mpho Tladinyane – SAMWU’s Gauteng Provincial Secretary
Guest: Serero Leseane – Community member based in Vireeniging
The agriculture value chain goes beyond the production of barley. There are several components that play a significant role in the food and beverage industry. Our next guest helps develops emerging farmers and connects them with active clients in the industry.
Guest: Aron Kole - Managing Director of FarmSol Holdings (Ltd)
One of the keynote speakers at this morning's proceedings is the Minister of Agriculture. Government and the private sector have often made deals to invest in the expansion of the sector and create platforms to capacitate producers.
Guest: John Steenhuisen - Minister of Agriculture
In the past two months, 11 arrests have been made of drug mules and decoys at O R Tambo airport. This new development prompts new concerns about how drug mules are identified and lured into a life in the underbelly of the illicit drug trade.
In this hour, we discuss the social implications of this trend and how we make communities more vigilant. We also delve into the policies we need to implement and interventions that need to be made to help victims return home (prison transfer). We also hear from a victim on their journey through arrest, incarnation and their return home.
Guest: Prof. Nirmala Gopal - Professor of Criminology at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
Guest: Andy Mashaile - retired interpol ambassador & Security Strategist
Guest: Glory Matipile - Ambassador for Youth for Human Rights in Africa & founder of Baagi ba South Africa (an NPO organization advocating for Implementations for laws and Policies in SA our current policy Advocacy is International Prisoner Transfer)
Guest: Angel Maluleke - Victim (formerly SAPS | friend put drugs in her Bag and she was caught in Brazil)
Last week, we kicked off a discussion surrounding Social Housing and how it can be an intervention that helps millions of aspirant homeowners to afford entry-level homes around the country. In the discussion, we outlined some of the concerns in the current framework: the slow release of public land for construction, insufficient grant allocation, bank finance for homes & rising costs of construction. Today, we speak to government official involved in overseeing social housing given the concerns raised surrounding the lack of progress on existing projects.
Guest: (Mr) Lebowa Letsoalo - acting Chief Executive Officer of Social Housing Regulatory Authority (segment of Department of Human Settlements)
As the Government of National Unity marks 100 days since its inception, with mixed reaction from different commentators, this morning we speak to the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanale Nyhontsho who is also president of the Pan Africanist Congress. He has been very vocal stressing that land redistribution process will start as soon as tomorrow. He has also called for the amendment of section 25 of the constitution to address dispossession.
Guest: Mzwanele Nyhontsho - Minister for Land Reform and Rural Development
The Human Sciences Research Council in partnership with the University of the Free State's Qwaqwa Campus released the findings of a study they conducted as part of marking 30 years of our democracy. The study sought to forge connections between historical and contemporary memories marking the 30 years of democracy. One of the main aims was to find out how people's lives have changed since the dawn of democracy. To tell us more on the outcomes of the study, we are joined by....
Guest: Prof Charles Hongoro - Strategic Lead in the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State Research Division of the Human Sciences Research Council
Guest: Dr Grey Magaiza - Senior Lecturer and Deputy Director in the Centre for Gender and African Studies at the University of the Free State
Melanie Scholtz is a South African jazz singer, composer, dancer, and visual artist known for her contributions to the jazz genre. She began playing piano at the age of 5, inspired by her parents/grandparents and is a graduate of the University of Cape Town's School of Music (majored in Opera).
She has received several awards, including the Standard Bank Young Artist award for Jazz in 2010. Scholtz has collaborated with prominent musicians, including Wynton Marsalis, Bokani Dyer, the late Hugh Masekela, anti-Apartheid poet James Matthews, Benjamin Jephtha, Jo Fougner Skaansar and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
She joins to talk about her highly anticipated new album: Seven and reflect on some of the major themes of this body of work that she describes as “the magic of being in the right place at the right time”.
Guest: Melanie Scholtz - Vocalist and composer
As part of our broadcast, we explore the opportunities available to expand astrotourism in South Africa. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the term, Astrotourism is a global term for witnessing stargazing and celestial events in nature. Often, these destinations are found in smaller communities away from the pollution of the cities. This provides an opportunity for less traditional tourism destinations to take centre stage through unique experiences (think the Northern Lights) and can become a catalyst for job opportunities in provinces like the Northern Cape, Kwa-Zulu Natal, Mpumalanga & the Western Cape.
Recently, Cabinet approved the White Paper on the Development and Promotion of Tourism. The White Paper is set to help increase the contribution the sector will make in the broader economy by supporting entrepreneurship and create broader resilience in the sector. The sector contributes 8.8% to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) in the first quarter of 2024.
Guest: Patricia de Lille - Minister of Tourism
Guest: Dr. Blade Nzimande - Minister of Science and Innovation
While many are discovering the trend of astrotourism today, we often don't talk about how our ancestors and cultural practices includes generational knowledge about stars as well as celestial bodies.
In years gone by, many indigenous cultures used the stars to perform and predict daily activities: navigation, the change of season think sowing and harvest periods) and timekeeping. In other instances, stargazing helped cultural groups with more complex activities such as to perform specific rituals, share the symbolism of celestial bodies and share folklore associated with planets to younger generations.
We wanted to take a moment to reflect on this as its important to not only understand our origins but also encourage people to link our heritage as imprinted in our stars.
Guest: Ntate Menzi Maseko
World Tourism Day will be celebrated in South Africa under the localised theme: “Tourism and Peace – 30 years of connecting People to Places and Cultures”.
The event will be a celebration of our diverse cultural and historical heritage that continues to foster peace in South Africa, making the country a preferred holiday destination.
Guest: Shamilla Chettiar - Deputy Director general at tourism department
For our Municipal Watch feature today we turn our focus on the state of municipalities in the Free State. Some of them have not been able to file their financial statements to the Auditor General. On the other hand, a lack of water provision and electricity is still a major problem as resident do call into this show on a weekly basis to talk about their experiences. We invited the MEC for Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs in that province to talk about how he plans to work with these municipalities and where he would say the problems lie…
Guest: Saki Mokoena – MEC for Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs in the Free State
Earlier this month, we received a couple of calls from entrepreneurs complaining about the devastating impact of late payments from the government to their business. We reached out to the Department of Treasury in Kwa-Zulu Natal to give them the opportunity to respond to the challenges they are facing the provincial budget and how they will find ways to pay SMMEs on time so they can continue to render services. To tell us more about their plan of action, we are joined by...
Guest (Studio): Francois Rodgers - MEC of Treasury in Kwa-Zulu Natal
Millions of South Africans are struggling to get home financing to afford an entry level home (R300 000) and few can get acces to home financing. Furthermore, there is a backlog of over 2 million homes on the RDP programme list.
Some experts and civil society organizations believe that Social Housing should be considered as an intervention that may be able to help bridge the gap for first-time homeowners and provide safe housing opportunities for low-income earners in urban areas.However, many challenges stand in the way of this intervention addressing spatial redress: the slow release of public landifor construction, insufficient grant allocation & rising costs of construction. Some academics have found new data tools to help identify the impact of social housing by making project information more accessible. In this hour, we look at the impact a lack of housing has on dignity and how we can get create inclusive cities.
Guest: Prof Ivan Turok - Distinguished Research Fellow in the Equitable Education and Economies (EEE) research division of the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)
Guest: Thapelo Mohapi - Abahlali baseMjondolo
Guest: Disha Govender - Head of Ndifuna Ukwazi Law Centre
The 23rd of September marks the African New Year which is referred to as Inzalo yeLanga said to be the world's oldest stone calendar. According to some African historians, the best way to mark it was through the dry season, which comes after winter, then followed by the rainy season. Communities would then start preparing their fields in anticipation of the rain, this also marking the start of the year.
Guest: Mkhulu Nsingiza - Kemet historian, student of the Credo Mutwa Afrikan Philosophy, Co-founder of the Kemet/Afrikan Royal calendar
Keeping with the theme of Heritage Month, we turn our attention one of the country's legendary warrior, King Mzilikazi kaMashobane. The book uncovers the life of King Mzilikazi through first-hand accounts from his descendants while capturing the journey through Southern Africa. The book's author now joins us in studio to talk about why he decided to bring us the story of King Mzilikazi out of so many other African and South African kings.....
Guest: Nthebe Molope - Author of the book entitled King Mzilikazi kaMashobane
Yesterday (Sunday 22 Sep) marked 100 days since the Government of National Unity came into effect. There has been mixed reactions to far with some commentators saying it will not last while others believing that it should be given a chance. The recent signing of the BELA Bill was test case that saw a public spat between the ANC and the DA while the SACP and COSATU calling on the ruling party to not forget the people it's supposed to represent. Let's get a perspective now from....
Guest: Prof William Gumede - Founder and Executive Chairperson, Democracy Works Foundation
Our next guest hails from the streets of Klerksdorp in the North West. We first met on our TV screens back in 2017 as part of the top 16 in South African Idol. Since the first breakthrough, she has worked alongside heavyweights in house such as MasterKG, Makhadzi, Nkosazana the Daughter, Ntokzin, Azana and Prince KB.
She has recently won a Basadi Women in Music Award alongside DJ Zinhle with the mega-hit: Mdali. To tell us more about her creative process and share her music with us, we are joined by…
Guest (studio): Basetsana Kolwane - Musician
In this hour, we want to reflect on heritage in South Africa and how we have not built collective heritage in the post-democratic era. There may be some segments of our society that define heritage through culture and historical events. Other segments of society have used the day for braais. The broader conversation we are trying to hold considers how a nation builds heritage and what we consider important in building a society. Further, we want to ask our listeners: What is holding our society back from building a collective archive of heritage activities that are common for all South Africans?
Guest(telephone): Khethiwe Zulu - Writer and Game Developer
Miyelani Holeni joins us today to discuss the practicalities of public private partnerships at municipal level. In a country like ours where politics is everything in a municipality, how can the private sector be ropes in? Some suggestions were made to run municipalities like a business which could perhaps help in changing the way municipalities are run, but with so much happening not forgetting the unions, could there be an apatite for private businesses to get involved? What would we say are the most practical examples we could use the test this possibility? Miyelani joins me in studio to lead the discussion....
Guest(Studio): Miyelani Holeni - Chief Group Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group – He is also a local government revenue and governance expert
Tomorrow (Friday) marks the last day of National Wills Week and we bring you another perspective, this time from the Justice Department. Over the years many families were split by the discovery that they were left out of the Will, mostly by men who either did not tell their wives that they have another family or in a polygamous marriage.
There's just so many incidents of this nature in our country that leave devastation to affected members. So what provisions are there in the justice system that deal with customary laws and what is it that those who find themselves in such situations can do to contest a Will? To help educate us on this issue, we are joined by....
Guest: Euphemia Daniels - Acting chief director: Operations at the Masters Office in the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
As we continue to track the year of elections, we take amoment to reflect on the latest developments in one of thelargest election processes this year: the United States of America.
The nation has seen a change in presidential nomination and two assassination attempts on a presidentialnomination. Two conventions have set the stage for presidential candidates Donald Trump (R) and Kamala Harris (D) to wrestlefor the 50 states and win the electoral college votes. The statesthat may decide this election are Wisconsin, Georgia, Arizona, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Nevada & Michigan.
At the time of this recording, former President Trump and Vice President Harris have emerged from their first Presidential Debate as part of the road to voting day (November 5th). It is In this discussion, we outline four key themes that may play a role in who wins the hearts and minds of the electorate: Foreign Policy, the Economy, Migration & Crime. To help us explore this themes and hear the perspectives of these candidates, we earlier spoke totwo experts keeping a close eye on developments from the US.
Guest: Mr Rodney Davis - former member of the U.S. Congress from Illinois (R), and a managing director at Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies
Guest: Mr Jason Altmire - former member of the House of Representatives from Pennsylvania (D) and author of the critically acclaimed book, “Dead Center: How Political Polarization Divided America, and What We Can Do About It.”
Guest: Sello Chipu - Head of Human Settlements at the City of Tshwane
Guest: Joseph Bracken - Journalist at Ground Up ( Did extensive investigation in KZN on the issue
Guest: Ciaran Ryan - Johannesburg based freelance writer (Wrote an article for MoneyWeb) HE will leave at 10:30
Yesterday (Tuesday) we received a call from one of our listeners by the name Happy from Centurion in Pretoria. He spoke about an informal settlement in the area where people are charged a fee by water tankers in order to deliver water to them.If they don’t pay, then the trucks simply don’t deliver the water forcing people to walk long distances seeking water. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say
Guest (Studio): Mr Deven Chinappan - Chief Director: Human Capital Management and Organizational Design at the Department of a Social Development
Social Development Minister Sisisi Tolashe stressed the need for the employment of more social workers to deal with the social ills faced by the country. She was addressing her department’s two-day workshop under the theme: ‘enhancing collaboration with the private and business sectors’ where she also spoke about implementing the newly approved government strategy of employing social service professionals. Furthermore she pointed out that according to the National Development Plan, the country needs 55,000 professionals by 2030. Currently government has 23,561 social workers under its employment. To help us understand how serious the problem is and what solutions the department is bringing, we are joined by….
This morning, Bryan shares the dangers of being under insured with Life Assurance and Disability policies. To tell us more, we are joined by…
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The National Planning Commission and the International Organization for Migration held a forum on migration and development in Southern Africa recently. Under the theme: Migration as a Development Catalyst, it has emerged that the African diaspora plays a critical role in development, sending over 65 billion US Dollars annually to the continent. This surpasses what Africa receives in international aid.
The forum sought to explore the opportunities to address key migration issues in the region including policy gaps, best practice on migration management & how to leverage diaspora engagement to participate in rebuilding their home nation. South Africa is considered a top destination country for migrants across the continent due to the economic, linguistic and cultural exchange opportunities available.
Guest: Prof. Tinyiko Maluleke - Deputy Chairperson of the National Planning Commission
Teenage pregnancy in the Eastern Cape has been done acting the news most of this year. The scariest thing about it is that the ages are getting younger as the latest stats revealed that about 94 of the young mothers are between the ages of 10 and 14. These are the ones who gave birth at public health facilities since April. Close to 4-thousand who gave birth around the same time are between the ages of 15-19. What is going on there what could be behind the scourge?
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi – CEO of the Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership
Today being the second day of September, which marks the beginning of Heritage Month, where we focus on our history, tourism and just the beauty of our country and it's people. Sadly though, the sentiment on the ground is a bit depressing with many South Africans feeling disgruntled stating a lack of unity and patriotism. How then do we use this month to focus on the positive and sharing the beautiful stories,heritage, History and the arts to unite us as a nation?
Guest: Marlan Padayachee - Seasoned journalist and founding executive member of the Media Workers Association of South Africa. Also currently assisting the SANEF LOC for the Sanef Net Nakasa Awards ceremony taking place in Umhlanga on the 4th of September
We end Women’s Month in style today as one of the country’s great musicians usher’s in the weekend for us. Zama Jobe is marking 20 years of her career in the music industry and we feel honoured to have her in studio to share her journey and highlights of life….
Guest(Studio): Zama Jobe – South African Afro-soul award-winning musician
As we wrap-up the week, it’s always interesting to get reflect on some of the sentiment’s you’ve shared on the Open Line. One thing we’ve noticed is you anger and frustration against government, be it a minister implicated in corruption, politicians implicated in corruption being sworn into parliament or issues of crime. But then, what about us as South Africans, what is our responsibility in fixing our country and turn things around in our communities? How do we not put too much expectation on the shoulders of government?
Guest: Tshepo Matseba - Managing Director at Reputation 1st Group and Strategic Partner at Ebony + Ivory Integrated Advertising Agency.
Guest: Lorenzo Davids - CEO of the Development Impact Fund and The Justice Fund
This morning, on our Municipal Watch feature, we speak to National Minister of Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs: Velenkosini Hlabisa to get his response to the Auditor General's report which found that only 34 municipalities obtained clean audits. The Minister has so far promised to look into the different structures running municipalities and will also reveal his plans in a few days time. When you listen to this feature every Thursday, you will know some of the rot that has been revealed in the different municipalities.
Guest: Velenkosini Hlabisa - National Minister of Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs
The latest statistics indicate that approximately 7.06 million people are living with HIV in South Africa. The HIV incidence rate is about 2.70 per 1,000 population across all ages. Additionally, there are around 50,000 deaths due to AIDS annually. We unpack the new vaccine interventions that have been made in recent weeks to make medication accessible to communities affected by HIV/AIDS.
Guest: Dr. Nkhensani Nkwashu - Executive of NSP Implementation at the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC)
Guest: Saira Johnson-Qureshi - (Acting) Country Coordinator at PEPFAR
Guest: (Mr) Nthabiseng Petrus Khoza - Director of HIV/AIDS Conditional Grant at Department of Health
We are joined by the Chief Executive Officer of the Nelson Mandela Museum who will share more on how the Museum is preserving, promoting and protecting the Legacy of Nelson Mandela…
Guest: Dr Vuyani Booi - Chief Executive Officer of the Nelson Mandela Museum
The problem of gender-based violence and femicide seems to be getting worse. Judging from news reports, in a space of two months we've heard about so many gruesome murders of women. Just this past Monday a young woman from Mpumalanga who was set alight by her boyfriend succomed to her injuries. In July, well-known daughter of Dr Letlape was found dead in her home, her boyfriend was arrested. Still in July, Didi Lekganyane, a young bright scientist who had just been named as one of the M&G 200 Young South Africans was stabbed to death by her partner. This year marks five years since the brutal killing of for UCT student Uyinene Mrwetyana who was also brutally killed by a post office employee and the list goes on. So this morning we thought to look at how we as members of various communities can stand up against this scourge? What can we actively do to unite and stop this evil madness?
Guest: Kgothatso Moloto - Founder of Voice It In Action, they will be marching on Friday against rape
Guest: Langaliphumile Nyanda - Board member at the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation
As we conclude our Women’s Month commemoration, we take a look at the construction industry as only 10% of industry is represented by women. The challenges facing women accessing this industry are training opportunities and mentorship.
We profile ladies that work tirelessly to ensure that every home, school, roads, public infrastructure and community facilities are built. We also speak to ladies who are working in real estate and work in adjacent industries to play an important role in building the nation.
Guest: Palesa Ngweyama - Founder and Principal Property Practitioner at Ilanga Properties.
Guest: Ria Moletsane - Director at Distinctive Choice 712
We met our first guest when she broke out into the industry back in 2022 after her mega-hit, Phakade Lami, rose to popularity. Since then, she has amassed over 400 million times on audio (Spotify, Apple, etc) as well as visual (Youtube) platforms. Her second studio album: Amagama has gone platinum and won multiple awards.
This morning, he returns to our #FridayWindDown to share her new music in an upcoming album: Twenty Four. We also catch up with her on new collaborations, accolades & new doors that have opened for her.
Guest: Nomfundo Ngcobo, known more by her stage name Nomfundo Moh – She’s a South African Musician
The six days of violence which culminated in the infamous Marikana Massacre near Rustenburg in the North West province, are indelible memories for the relatives of the victims and the global community. Our reporter Sentleeng Lehihi and video journalist Jabu Oa Afrika look back at the days that led to the fateful events of 16 August 2012, and what has happened since….
Guest: Nomfundo Zondo – Executive Director at theSocio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa
Guest: Mameti Sebei – President of the General Industries Workers Union of South Africa and also coordinator of the National Strike Committee that coordinated the strike that followed the massacre
Guest:Yolan Friedmann - CEO of the Endangered Wildlife Trust
As part of our Women’s Month series profiling some of the great work done by women in this country especially in professions that are mainly dominated by men, today we focus on the conservation sector. Yolan Friedmann is said to be the longest serving female CEO of the Endangered Wildlife Trust, a conservation body. She joins us to talk about her journey and what it is that attracted her to this sector. Also if a young girl is listening to this interview, what should the take from it…..
The Progressive Civics Congress is tomorrow (Friday) staging a protest march against the Mogalakwena Local Municipality in Limpopo. They say that the march is against corruption, maladministration, and also demanding service delivery from the municipality.The municipality has been in the news over the controversy surrounding the Municipal Manager who has been implicated in corruption
Guest: Refilwe Seleka - Spokesperson for the Progressive Civics Congress
Guest: Patrick Aphane - Provincial Secretary for the SA Municipal Workers Union
As we continue our commemoration of Women's Month, we unpack an open letter that has been written to the Presidency on combatting period poverty. Without access to santiary products, many women and girls are hindered from going to school and seeking economic opportunities.
The letter has called for the new Minister to bridge the gap on this inequality and have started the process of developing a costing study to ensure that sanitary products are free for women and girls.
Guest (studio): Tracey Malawana - Founder of I Menstruate Movement (
We are literally less than five months away from the end of 2024 and so many of us are starting to complain about burnout whether at work or life in general. So the team thought instead of waiting for the end of the year, let’s rather prepare ourselves now to understand what we can do to save ourselves and stick to our outstanding goals.
Guest: Dr Laura Fisher - Head of Institutional Advancement, Boston City Campus
Guest: Violet Phiri - Life and Relationship Coach
This morning Bryan is out and we introduce you to Luthando Mzilakazi who will be talking about some of the misunderstandings you may havearound the handling of your money. Some of the things you may want clarity on regarding investments.
Guest: Luthando Mzilikazi - Founder of a financial education brand called Money Views
There seems to be no end around the problem of teenage pregnancy in the country. Alarming reports state that children as young as between10 and 14 are falling pregnant. The 2023/24 figures show that close to 4-thousand girls under the age of 20 gave birth in public hospitals with the Eastern Cape being one of the provinces with the highest numbers. Where exactly can we point the finger and what can be done to stop this from happening?
Guest: Dr Shaheda Omar, director of the Teddy Bear Foundation for Abused Children
Guest: Merle Mansfield - Programme Director for DGMT's Zero Dropout Campaign
Guest: Petros Majola - Child Rights Activist and Director of the Khula Community Development Project
The story of Chidimma Adetshina contesting in the Miss South Africa beauty pageant dominated the news agenda for almost a month with many South African calling for her to step down until she finally did. Over the years we've also seen the same type of outrage when it comes to issues of racism, be it by a business, school or any other entity. But then, would it be fair to ask whether we as South African focus our energies more on things that are negative more that those that can cbuild us as a nation? What does this say about us as a nation?
Guest: Tshedi Setai - MD- Mmutla Communications... Developmental Communications Expert
Guest: Rev. (Dr.) Joseph Tshawane - Author of The Rainbow Nation: The vision of the beloved South African Community
As we celebrate Women's Day today, remembering the 1956 anti-pass-law March to the Union Buildings by women from different backgrounds, we take a look at the education side of things. Especially the STEM subjects and how to get more young girls in that field. Businesswoman and philanthropist, Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe raises a very important issue about society not doing enough to push young girls to study the sciences. Let's take a listen to what she had to say, starting her question with a riddle.....
Clip - Motsepe
Link: We speak now to those who took up the sciences as a career to find out what some of the difficulties were and what they believe we can do to turn what Dr Moloi-Motsepe is saying...
Guest: Prof Keolebogile Motaung - Biomedical Scientist and Chief Executive Officer of Global Health Biotech (PTY) LTD
Guest: Kanya Xongo - Geospatial Scientist and Junior Remote Sensing Science Specialist at the South African National Space Agency
Guest: Dr Rakeshnie Ramoutar-Prieschl - Head of Research Capacity Development at the University of Pretoria and also Acting DDG in the Department of Science and innovation
Our next guest started this ensemble band back in 1998 with the hope that it would be a platform to empower black, female instrumentalists. She, alongside Zodwa Mabena and Thandi Mahlangu, graced local and international stages over 3 decades having performed for government dignitaries as well as sold-out audiences. This weekend, they come together again to commemorate #WomensMonth and celebrate the legacy of women in music. We are joined by….
Guest(Studio): Anikki Maswanganye - Musician and Managing Director of eKhaya Creatives
The City of Johannesburg is one of the key metros in our country that’s housing the major financial institutions including the stock exchange. But sadly it is also the municipality that has not been able to allow a mayor to finish his or her term. We’ve seen some of the fiercest political wrangling with mayors removed through motions of no confidence. Two weeks ago members of civil society marched in protest calling on the current mayor KabeloGwamanda to step down.
Guest: GaniefHendricks - Leader of Al-Jamah-ah Party
Guest: CllrBelinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku- DA’s Johannesburg caucus leader
Guest:YunusChanda- Project Manager at ActionForAccountability and JCA steering committee member
Guest: Ishmael Mkhabela – Concerned Resident of Johannesburg CBD
We are coming to you live from the Wanders Golf course where MacDonald's is hosting their Red Socks Golf Day event to highlight some of their community building initiatives which forms part of their corporate social responsibility. One of their major ones is the Ronald McDonald House Charity, which is located in the Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital in Park Town, Johannesburg. The accommodation offers what they say is a hotel-style rooms for families travelling more than 60 kilometres for specialist medical care.
Sechaba Motsieloa - Marketing Director at McDonald's South Africa
For our citizen’s corner this morning we thought to talk to those who are in community policing forums ensuring that their communities are safe. With the high rate of crime in this country, one knows that it is not easy having to come face to face with criminals who don’t think twice to cause harm or even kill. Just how effective are community policing forums in fighting crime and what sort of challenges do they face?
Guest: Jacob Masilela - Chairperson of Gauteng Provincial Community Police Board
Guest: Patrick Malebogo – Deputy Chairperson of the Limpopo Community Poling Forum
Guest: Siyanda Biyela - Secretary for the KZN Community Policing Forum
A new report has been released, unpacking the concept of family homes in townships and informal settlements. One of the key findings of the report is that women are often the primary occupants of these shared familial homes and become adversely affected when a family disputes arises. Through intersectional analysis, the report unpacks customary beliefs surrounding property by virtue of a family home, how our courts have approached family home disputes and how overlapping legal systems contribute to disadvantaging women from tenure security.
Guest: Nerishka Singh - Gender Analyst at the Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa
The Kwa-Zulu Natal Tourism and Film Authority has set a five year strategic plan to increase women’s economic participation the film and tourism economy in the province. This includes supporting small businesses by bridging the gap on access to market and making skills development opportunities accessible.
Guest: Jackie Motsepe - Chief Operating Officer of KZN Tourism
Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina says that the construction of phase one of a plant that will enable clean water to be provided to Hammanskraal north of Pretoria will be completed by October. She was briefing the media yesterday (Monday) on her department's plans and priorities - for the 2024/25 financial year. Thirty people died following a Cholera outbreak due to contaminated water in Hammanskraal - last year. On the Vaal sewage spillage Majodina said that the project to upgrade the capacity of the waste water treatment plant in the area is at the procurement phase.
Guest(Zoom): David Mahlobo – Deputy Minister for Water and Sanitation
This morning Bryan is focusing on the Two Pot Retirement System. So many of you have been asking about it as the time for you to access it is drawing very close....
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
ANC First Deputy Secretary-General Nomvula Mokonyane vowed over the weekend that the 112-year-old liberation movement will not die in their hands. After enjoying impressive electoral support since 1994, the ANC has for the first time lost its majority and is now forced into a Government of National Unity with nine parties. They gave a number of excuses for why the party performed so poorly from blaming the MK Party, the Polokwane Conference that saw the then President Thabo Mbeki ousted before finishing his term to a disconnect with the electorate. One of the big questions we are hoping to deal with in this hour is whether the ANC is following in the footsteps of liberation movements on the continent? What lessons can they learn and are their reasons valid enough to convince South Africans to vote them back in power? Also where do liberation movements go wrong?
Guest: Leeto Ntoba - Political analyst (Will deal with the politics)
Guest: Prof Musa Xulu - Zulu Cultural Expert and Founder of iNdonsa Yesizwe also an African historian
As we commemorate #WomensMonth, we kick off a series of conversations with women across various sectors in the workplace. We wanted to unpack some of the challenges, triumphs, and opportunities that exist to advance equality and empowerment for the next generation by speaking to captains of industries at the 30 year milestone and have them share their reflections. Today, we start with the financial services and unpack some of the misconceptions that still exist in the sector whether it be climbing the ladder of leadership or expanding your horizons when it comes to seizing opportunities for growth outside of the traditional vocational options. To help us share their journey and share what impact women can make in their industry, we are joined by...
Guest: Lindeka Dzedze - Economist, Head of Strategic Partnerships & Global Markets at the Standard Bank Group and Chairperson of the African Women Impact Fund Executive Committeeq
Guest: Buhle Hanise - Chartered Accountant, Chief Operating Officer at BDO and President of the African Women Chartered Accountants (AWCA)
Favourite time of the show where a musician soothes us into the weekend and today Elaine lifts our mood up with her RNB sound. It's highly reported that today (Friday) she is releasing her long-awaited new offering entitled "Waiting on you".
Guest: Elaine - (Real name Elaine Moyo) - South African RNB musician
The Human Rights Commission has expressed its concerns at reports of alleged racism at the Pretoria Girls High and Pinelands High School in the Western Cape. Both incidents have dominated the national agenda with mixed reaction from the public. Incidents of racism have been occurring for many years even as we mark 30 years of democracy. What does the Commission believe is behind some of the racial incidents what would they say can be done to make sure we don't go through this again?
Guest: Professor Tshepo Madlingozi - Commissioner at the Human Rights Commission
On the 11th of April this year, we spoke about the AmaGqunukwebe traditional community about the lack of service delivery in their area. They felt ignored by the local and provincial government as no services are rendered to them. So we then had a discussion with them, and some of the representatives from both the Raymond Mhlaba Local Municipality and the Provincial Department of Transport to try and find out what is happening on the ground. Lot’s of promises were made, but the community members have since gotten back to us telling us that not much has changed since the discussion.
Guest: Nomfundo Mpuntsha - Community member who have raised concerns on service delivery issues and petitioned provincial government
Guest: Monde Manga – Chief Engineer in the Eastern Cape Department of Transport
Earlier in July, we had callers on our open-line who shared their distress surrounding navigating public transport. One of our callers had shared the challenges facing e-hailing drivers, how some were being compelled to use the Shesha App through illegal “stop-and-go” and being fined by taxi associations. We had several operators call in to share their experiences and their concerns on lack of regulations to protect drivers. Last week, another caller spoke about how she and a group of colleagues had been harassed by a private security company that was deployed to deal with taxi violence. The group of co-workers were stopped before leaving Pietermaritzburg. In this hour, we get updates since these initial calls and hear feedback from subsequent meetings on how the industry can work amicably to ensure the safety of passengers and operators. We are joined by…
Guest: Sifiso Shangase - Provincial Office Manager for South African National Taxi Council in Kwa-Zulu Natal
Guest: Kamohelo Letlotlo - Kathorus Metered and e-hailing taxi association
There has been a national cry from so many people against the high electricity tariffs approved by the National Energy Regulator of South Africa, NERSA.The energy regulator had completed the approval of 178 distributors’ tariffs applications for implementation on the 1st of July which allowed municipalities and other entities to increase the cost of electricity. So for this segment today we are trying to understand how much this decision has impacted the ordinary South African.
Guest: Natasha Gertse – Spokesperson for the Electricity Prices Must Fall movement
Guest: Julius Kleinhuns - Executive Manager for Local Government Division at OUTA and a member of the Joburg Crisis alliance alliance steering committee
Guest: Brian Sechothlo - Head of Electricity Pricing & Tariff at the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA)
As we wrap #MandelaMonth, we touch a matter that was very close to the heart of the former President Nelson Mandela: reading. Two decades ago, the former President reflected, in a quote, his concerns surrounding why so few people read books and if it remains unaddressed - our future generations may lose our history. According to the 2023 National Reading Barometer, 63% of our households still do not have access to a single fiction or non-fiction book. Our next guest work is calling for our society to address the barriers to reading for leisure and the importance of building a new culture that is based on positive reading habits.
Guest: Masennya Dikotla - Director at Qualibooks Group
Guest: Gabrielle Kelly- Head of Research, Impact and Innovation at Nal’ibali
Underage drinkingis a social ill that deeply affects our communities and stealing the future of young people.According to Aware.Org, Research indicates that about 19.9% of young participants claim to have had their first drink at the age of 13, highlighting the prevalence of alcohol use in communities and the ease of access to alcohol in South Africa. Many of these young people are engaging in binge drinking.According to the 2021 SACENDU report, alcohol was the primary substance of abuse for 1–10% of people under the age of 20 admitted to treatment facilities.
Given this backdrop, we wanted to have a conversation surrounding what interventions need to be made in addressing the lack of support in rehabilitation programmes as well as aftercare programmes.
Guest: Mokebe Thulo - Head of brand AWARE.org
Guest: Adrie Vermeulen, National Coordinator at South African National Council on Alcoholism (SANCA)
Bryan will conclude our series on financial planning.He will deal with the last part of a financial plan which is tax planning and then we need to deal with all the questions that came in last week that we were unable to answer.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
For the past three Mondays we have been focusing on some of the challenges faced by farmers in our country. We spoke to those who are in the industry to try and understand what it is they are going through and what they believe should be done to improve conditions. So for today we have approached government to find out what sort of programmes there are to assist farmers and how they are dealing with issues of red tape, land availability, access to markets and other forms of assistance to make the sector win and also attract new entrants.
Guest: Mooketsa Ramasodi - Director General in the Department of Agriculture , Land Reform and Rural Development
The issue of alleged racism at Pretoria Girls High has again sparked national headlines in the media. The case involves black learners reporting that white learners had set up a WhatsApp group chat to discuss them. One of the white learners reportedly pointed out in the group that the black learners feel that uniform rules re not applied equally. The 12 learners who are on the WhatsApp group have been suspended pending a disciplinary hearing. At the case is being investigated, we thought to use the opportunity to look at whether we are overreacting when it comes to reports of racism especially in schools? What is it we ought to understand about a school set up and what learners are saying about each other? At home as parents, what should we make our children understand what racism is and how to abide by school rules and accept disciplinary action when in the wrong despite a teacher's race?
Guest: Terry Oakley -Smith - MD of Diversi-T
Guest: Seth Mazibuko - Social Justice activist
Over 2,7 million children are living below the food poverty line and more children cannot meet their basic nutritional needs in urban areas. This finding is part of a new report on early childhood in South Africa. Further, this study has revealed that more children are more likely to live in poverty, at a higher risk of malnutrition and some lose their lives before turning 5 years old. This compared to the status of children before the COVID-19 pandemic.
This study reviews the essential components of early childhood service delivery progress across five domains: Nutrition, Maternal & Child Health, Early Learning, Income & Social Support & Primary Caregivers. The Review includes data and commentary on over 50 carefully selected indicators on the status of children under six. The review is a partnership between government departments, civil society and data experts.
Guest: Dr. Katherine Hall - Senior Researcher at the Child Institute at the University of Cape Town
Guest: Zaheera Mohamed - Chief Executive Officer of Ilifa Labantwana
Our next guest hails from the streets of Soshanguve and began his musical journey as a back-up singer for artists such as Hugh Masekela, Vicky Vilakazi and Jonathan Butler. This multi-award winning artist has spent his time working on music production and developing musical scores for feature films including Losing Lerato (2020).
Guest: Brian Temba - Musician, Producer, Film Scorer and Actor
Our next guest has one of the most influential voices on the continent when it comes to renewable energy and climate change interventions on the continent. She is set to host the inaugural African Women in Leadership Summit during Women’s Month, in partnership with knowledge partners - KPMG. The summit aims to drive meaningful change in the representation of women across the economy and to assess progress in gender diversity. Over a quarter of businesses on the African continent are led by women and represent the highest number of female entrepreneurs, globally. However, challenges still persist when it comes to representation, funding, and market access. She was recently part of a special edition of TedX Johannesburg reflecting on SDGs and finding common purpose in building a better world. This morning, she joined us to discuss just how far we are from combating energy poverty, the role women can play in energy and what interventions need to be made to reach SDG 7 surrounding access to clean and affordable energy. We are joined by…
Guest: Linda Mabhena-Olagunju - Renewable Energy Advocate and Entrepreneur
As part of a series of discussions, we unpack the state of our agricultural sector with a focus on the 2 million small-scale farmers that are in operation. Today, we will address some of the issues raised around access to communal or rural land and what are some of the solutions that can be shared in building a more expansive small-scale farming landscape. To lead the conversation, we are joined by…
Guest: Thabo Seatlholo – Chairperson of the National House of Traditional and Khoi-San Leaders
Guest: Peter Mashala – Editor of Media-24’s African Farming Magazine which is part of Landbouweekblad
President Cyril Ramaphosa during his Opening of Parliament Address spoke says that the 7th administration’s clear intentions is to improve the functioning of municipalities.He has promised full support to the new minister of Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs.
Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Chief Group Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group – He is also a local government revenue and governance expert
Human Sciences Research Council has released the results of the country's latest HIV Prevalence Survey which revealed that it has decreased from 14% in 2017 to 12,7 in 2022. In practical terms this is a decline from 7,9 million people to 7,8 million. The sad part is that females continue to be affected compared to males. The good is that the country is doing well in the increase of antiretroviral treatment.
Guest: Prof Khangelani Zuma - Divisional Executive in the Public Health, Societies and Belonging (PHSB) research division in the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC).
Kwa-Zulu Natal contributes 7% of total international tourist spend and 12% of film spend in South Africa.The Authority is aimed at positioning the province as Africa’s leading destination for business and leisure. The KZN Tourism and Film Authority has strengthened its partnerships with SA Tourism as well as the National Film and Video Foundation to bolster economic opportunities in the province. This includes its Film Month celebration where the province played host to the Durban International Film Festival, the Simon Sabela Film and Television Awards and the Dundee July.
Guest: Sbu Gumbi - Acting Chief Executive Officer of the KZN Tourism and Film Authority
Bryan continues our series on financial planning. So far,we have dealt with estate planning, trust planning and retirement planning. This morning, we continue talking about retirement planning and ask the question: What choices do people have when exiting from their Retirement Plans?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
This past weekend, journalists were recognized for their story-telling and holding authorities to account on the behalf of the marginalized communities. Our next guest has been bestowed with the Journalist of the Year award for his poignant work in two features: (1) gold mining widows of miners how they face the battle with trauma and poverty.He has also been recognized for his work on (2) the quest for healing justice. At the centre of his story-telling, he brings the stories of people outside of urban centres and seeking to hold authorities accountable on behalf of the voiceless in marginalized communities. He has been awarded the CNN African Journalist Award for his coverage of the HIV/AIDS pandemic (2010) and the Marikana massacre (2013).
Guest: Lucas Ledwaba - Editor of Mukurukuru Media; Publisher, Photographer & the 2024 Sivukile Journalist of the Year award recipient
We have brought together various stakeholders to unpack some of these challenges faced by e-hailing operators and get a better understanding on how the public transport system is regulated in the province.
Earlier this week, we spoke to a caller on the open line who shared their distress surrounding the fines that e-hailing operators were paying to taxi patrollers for client pick-ups and the push to use only Shesha App in their operations. Let us listen back to that call
Guest (Zoom): Portia Kelekethu - Project Manager at Shesha App
Guest (Zoom): Theo Malele - National Taxi Alliance spokesperson
Guest (telephone): Lesiba Mpya - Spokesperson for the MEC of Transport in Gauteng
Guest (Studio): Thato Ramaila - Chairperson of the Soweto United E-hailer Association (Note: He is currently also serving as Interim chairperson of the Gauteng e-hailing Drivers Association)
Our next guest hails from the friendly city of Gqeberha and has become one of the nation's most recognized Afro-soul artists. He has worked alongside RJ Benjamin, Moneoa, Ishmael, Jessica Mbangeni and many more. Over and above his award-winning music career, he has been filming on his first reality series (Vusi Nova, Unprovoked) recently and has been a judge for the popular television show, Amazing Voices (season two). To tell us more about his journey and his new body of work: Full Circle, we are joined by…
Guest(Studio): Vusimuzi Nongxa - Singer, songwriter and TV personality
As we mark International Mandela Day today, we thought of speaking to some of the charities in our country that are making a difference in the various communities. Normally on a day like this, we speak to companies and other organisations that are reaching out today only and normally go away after that. These charities face various challenges to stay afloat and today let's get to hear what challenges they face and what companies can do to assist....
Guest: Zonke Mbali - Social worker from Sobambisana Community development Project (We are based at Crossroads in Cape Town. We are an NGO working with children with disabilities and Elderly people)
Mobile: 072 385 9314
Guest: Amanda Zungu - Chief Visionary Officer for One K (Kidney) Foundation (We use innovative and creative ways to educate and create awareness around kidney health and organ donation. This year marks 10 years since our transplant)
Mobile: 082 591 4644
Guest: Carol Xaba - General secretary of Disabled Persons in Trades South Africa
Mobile: 079 580 6281
Guest: Bridget Munnik - Centre Manager of Mashup Community Development (Mashup is a NPO , founded in 2013 , providing community development, entrepreneur training and skills development opportunities to youth in Westbury and surrounding areas)
Mobile: 073 151 8572
Guest: Stephanie Sokane - Founder and Director of Chidiya foundation (Chidiya foundation and ECD center for underprivileged and disabled children based in Orange Farm. We have 30 children in our care and we strive to be an inclusive center where asked and disabled children interact without discrimination.There’s a lot of work we would like to do in Orange Farm and need the assistance to do it)
Yesterday, the African National Congress postponed their disciplinary committee proceedings against former President, Jacob Zuma for campaigning for a different party. During the election seasons, former President Zuma insisted that he is still a member of the ANC while addressing public MK Party rallies. This morning, we thought to look at why it was necessary for the ANC to take him through this process: What is it that the ANC hopes to achieve? Why does the political party keep postponing it? What are they so fixated on disciplining him? To help us understand, we are joined by....
Guest: Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast - Director of the Center for Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution
The reSURGEnce Conference Durban is an international investment conference which is a transformative initiative bringing together industry leaders, clergy, entrepreneurs, investors, financers and government officials. These officials represent the United States, Africa and South Africa for insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and collaboration sessions aimed at unlocking the vast potential of the African market. Explore innovative strategies, forge meaningful connections, and embark on a journey of growth and success at this premier conference in the heart of Durban. This is hosted in partnership by eThekwini Municipality with partners from the United States of America. To tell us more about this exciting conference, we are joined by…
Guest (OB): Mr Musa Mbhele - City Manager of eThekwini Municipality
Guest (OB): Reverend Dennis Dillon - The reSURGEnce Convener & Publisher of the New York Christian Times
Last week, one of our listeners shared their distress surrounding the closure of public schools and if this decision would compromise the learning outcomes for affected pupils. Last month, the Department of Education in the Eastern Cape announced that they intend on closing 1142 public schools due to dwindling learner attendance numbers. MEC of Education, Fundile Gade announced this as part of the rationalisation and alignment programme that was gazetted back in August 2021. The consultation process with the affected schools and communities has commenced.
According to the Department of Basic Education, 1 503 schools in South Africa have been permanently closed since 2021. While rationalization and alignment programmes are not new, these initiatives are aimed at restructuring the schooling system for effective resource-allocation at public schools. We have seen similar initiatives undertaken in Kwa-Zulu Natal and Western Cape, particularly after COVID-19 pandemic. In today’s #CitizensCorner, we unpack the implications of this decision by hearing the perspectives of civil society, the teaching fraternity and parents on this important matter affecting communities around the country. We are joined by…
Guest (Telephone): Hendrick Makaneta - Education Specialist
Guest (ZOOM): Vuyiseka Mboxela - Spokesperson for the Department of Education in the Eastern Cape (NOTE: HOD & MEC are attending public consultations)
Guest(Telephone): Malibongwe Ntame - Provincial Chairperson of South African Democratic Teachers Union (Eastern Cape)
Guest (WhatsApp): Matakanye Matakanye - Chairperson of the National Association of School Governing Bodies
As widely expected, Rwandan President Paul Kagame is set to remain in power for a fourth term in office. By last night (Tuesday) he had already won 99.15 percent of the vote in an election where only two challengers were allowed to run against him.
What is it we need to understand about Rwanda and why they keep Paul Kagame in power? What is he doing right politically and economically? To help us understand, we are joined by...
Guest: Sophie Mokoena - SABC News International Editor
Guest: Victor Kgomoeswana - Author of a book entitled Africa is open for business
Bryan continues this morning on the topic of financial planning which consists of four principles. For the past few weeks he dealt with estate, trust as well as investment panning.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday (Monday), newly appointed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu emphasised the importance of keeping the country's police officers safe. He was speaking in Pretoria as he briefed the media, outlining the priorities for the ministry of police in the seventh administration. He says, attacking police officers whether on or off duty is regarded as an attack against the state. As assuring as that sounds, what are the men and women in blue saying on the ground? We speak now to the unions as it is their members who are facing the challenges on the ground and also arrested for criminality.
Guest: Richard Mamabolo – Spokesperson for the Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union, POPCRU
Guest: Lesiba Thobakgole – National Spokesperson for the
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Sustainability is a challenge facing small-scale farmers and it impacts the business of agriculture at several levels: profitability as the cost of seed to export increases with inflation. One may have to consider whether to diversify the output of your product (think sugarcane and their by-products, for example). One also has to consider whether to introduce alternative farming methods where there is a lack of resources or basic infrastructure. Finally, how to adapt to climate change events which extends the production period and makes communities food insecure.
As part of a series of discussions, we unpack the state of our agricultural sector with a focus on the 2 million small-scale farmers that are in operation. Today, we will address some of the issues raised around sustainability of these holdings and what are some of the solutions that can be shared in building a more expansive small-scale farming landscape.
Guest: Mr.Thabile Nkunjana - Senior Economist in the Trade Research Unit at the National Agricultural Marketing Council (NAMC)
Guest: Dr. Jack Armour - Commercial Manager at Free State Agriculture
Guest: Ms. Mandisa Mazibuko - Masters Candidate in the Department of Crop Sciences from the Faculty of Natural & Agricultural Sciences at the North West University
Last week we received a call from Robert Dlamini who is chairperson of the Mpumalanga Association of Student Accommodation. He called us from outside the NSFAS offices in Cape Town demanding outstanding payments for students they are accommodating. At first they were denied entry, then when the Talking Point team intervened, the officials then met with them leading to a happy ending.
Guest: Sithembiso Nomvalo – Administrator National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Our next guest hails from the streets of the West Rand, Johannesburg and started her musical journey at the age of 12 after her father introduced her to jazz by making her listen to the album: “Ladies Sing Jazz”. For her, the fluidity of jazz as a genre gives her the opportunity to share her influences and fully express who she wants to be at that moment.
Before going solo, she was the lead singer of the popular band: Unity Band that has captured the hearts of many avid jazz fans. She has worked alongside Sisonke Xonti, Kurt Bowers, Lonwabo Mafani, Stephen de Sousa, Marco Maritz and many more to build the sound for her debut EP: Umnikelo.
Guest: Thandeka Dladla - Musician
In recent months, we have seen athletes across the country working towards qualification for the Olympic Games.As we mark 14 days to the global showpiece, we thought that we could take a moment before the Olympic Games to speak to some of our sporting heroes that will go represent us in Paris. We wanted to understand what goes into preparing for an Olympic event, the resolve to bounce back after injury, the moment of achieving the dream & how they use their role in society to inspire a new generation of athletes in their field.
Our next guest hails from Durban where his love for water started at the age of eight and has gone from humble beginnings at Seagulls Swimming Club to becoming a 4x Olympic Medalist. He is one of South Africa’s most decorated Olympians and has dominated international swimming over the last three decades (2000s; 2010s & 2020s). He has been described by World Aquatics as “the ultimate competitor”. He is the man that stunned the world when he beat US Swimmer and hero, Michael Phelps at the 2012 London Olympics.
Guest: Chad le Clos - Swimmer for Team South Africa
It is the second day of the Business and Commercial Banking conference which is being held in Cape Town. Today, the conference will focus on Africa’s competitive advantage looking at three areas: 1) Finding the growth opportunitieS, 2)Africa’s Energy Solutions; and 3) Banking the 4th Industrial Revolution.
Guest: Lungisa Fuzile - CEO of Standard Bank South Africa
Back in 2015, 17 goals were adopted to advance a blueprint of shared outcomes for a peaceful and prosperous society. The Sustainable Development Goals were a call to action to address the inequalities facing the world including equitable access to health, education, climate change, jobs, infrastructure and basic services. Some human rights activists argue that despite the adoption of these goals 9 years ago, there has been systemic failure to implement these goals by member states that has left up to 4 billion people struggling without access to critical services. Furthermore, the research organizations such as the World Benchmarking Alliance have measured the compliance of 2000 companies and found that 90% of the world’s most influential brands are not meeting human rights standards in as far as fair labour practices, wages & ethical conduct.
Guest: Fernando Morales-de la Cruz - Editor-in-Chief of Lewis Hine Org. and Human Rights advocate on ending child labour & forced labour
We continue our discussion on theMafube Local Municipality in the Free State. Last week due to time constraints we could not deal with some of the other issues raised by the guests and resident under this municipality which is marred by reports of workers not being paid their salaries for two months. Water and electricity problems, poor service delivery, an acting municipal manager. There has also been a couple of arrests in connection with tender fraud.
Guest: Suzette Steyn – DA Councillor at the Mafube Local Municipality
Guest: Mothusi Lepheana - Acting Municipal Manager at Mafube Local Municipality
Guest: Lindela Mkaza –Lead Provincial EXCO Representative
Guest: Themba Nhlapo - IMATU Shop Steward in the Mafube Municipality
Our next guest has submitted her fourth report to the UN Human Rights Council. The focus of this report speaks to drug use, harm reduction and the right to health centred by dignity. Member states have an obligation to respect, protect and fulfil equal access to healthcare - including drug use. However, state interventions to address drug use disorders often provide limited health interventions and some member states have opted to use a punitive approach by criminalizing drug use. The punitive approach often undermines the right to health of those who are affected by drug use disorders. Many affected by drug use have been marginalized, criminalized and discriminated against for seeking access to health interventions.
The report unpacks drug use where it recognizes the intersection between human rights, criminal law and health. In her presentation, she outlines the transformative impact of the right to health and public health in accessing other human rights. She unpacks the risks faced by those affected by drug use if in conflict with the law or incarcerated: education, housing, food security, employment, travel and social protection. Another important aspect of this report includes the distinction between drug use and drug dependency which leads to disorders. This helps us unpack the medical condition and what quality of care interventions are required - including harm reduction alternatives. This not only affects drug users but their families as well.
Guest: Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng - Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health
Yesterday (Tuesday), Patriotic Alliance leader and newly appointed Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie announced that the government will no longer be financing trips for sports super-fans. Mckenzie took to X to announce his decision saying that the department will use the money where it’s needed the most. Last week Public works minister Dean Macpherson said that he wants to curtail spending on cabinet members' government homes and offices. At the back of this, we thought to look at what else this new government should be looking at cutting? Blue lights motorcades, state-sponsored funeralsare also some of the concerns that have been raised in the public domain for many years. What else would you as citizens of the country want to see cut?
Guest: Reuben Maleka – General Manager at the Public Servant Association
Guest: Karam Singh - Executive Director at Corruption Watch
Bryan continues this morning on the topic of financial planning which consists of four principles. Last week he touched on Trusts.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The West African bloc Ecowas has warned that it risks disintegration and worsened insecurity after Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger formalised their breakaway union. The head of the Ecowas commission, President Omar Alieu Touray says the move is a major blow to the 50-year-old bloc and could have serious consequences if they do not reverse their decision. This comes after the military leaders of the three countries said on Saturday that they were "irrevocably" turning their backs on the 15-member Ecowas to form a confederation of their own states. The bloc has appointed Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to mediate the crisis. For a perspective on this and also why the three countries feel the need to cut ties, where is France and Russia in all of this?
Guest: Nixon Kathembo -African Affairs analyst and Channel Africa Producer
South Africa has a robust agriculture export market that is worth USD 12,8 billion (year-on-year; 2023).Small-scale farmers play an important role not only provide economic opportunities for rural communities, it also plays a massive role in food security and poverty alleviation. However, small-holder farmers do face serious challenges that limit the extent to which they can build a sustainable agricultural venture such as limited access to markets, financial constraints, inadequate infrastructure and mitigation systems to address climate change. Due to these challenges, most small-scale farmers are struggling to feed their families or turn a profit.
As part of a series of discussions, we unpack the state of our agricultural sector with a focus on the 2 million small-scale farmers that are in operation and if organizations representing this segment of the agricultural landscape has raised alarm for these urgent challenges to be addressed. In the coming weeks, we will address some of the policy that exists which does not include provisions for smallholder farmer and what government interventions that can be made in a new administration to alleviate the outlined challenges.
Guest: Khakhu Mutheiwana - Potato Farmer and Attorney
Guest: Nyiko Maluleke - Chief Executive Officer of Buhle Farming Academy
Guest: Ipeleng Kwadi - Cattle Farmer
The National Planning Commission has unveiled a report which calls for coordination from key government departments to prioritize early childhood development as a cornerstone to the country's progress. This includes addressing malnutrition, accessing social protection, early learning programmes and maternal health services in the first one thousand days. The report looks into the importance of human development for children under six years, not only when it comes to educational development but also as it relates to nutrition, health and social outcomes. To help us unpack this report further on the strategic stakeholders involved and how we build a social compact for inprovement in this essential sector.
Guest: Prof. Mary Metcalfe - Commissioner at the National Planning Commission (Education)
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa has given municipalities the green light to continue with tariff increases pending the outcome of its appeal to the recent court ruling. The Gauteng High Court recently ruled in favour of AfriForum to prevent an increase in electricity tariffs due to outstanding documents. AfriForum says its court application is aimed at giving consumers a better understanding of what they are paying for when buying electricity and to ensure that municipalities are held accountable.
Guest: Nqobani Mzizi - Senior Manager Revenue Enhancement at City Power
Guest: Mervyn Abrahams - Programme Coordinator at the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice & Dignity Group
Guest: Chris Yelland - Energy Expert
Our next guest is a Rap/Hip-Hop artist who hails from Soshanguve who started his musical journey back in 2020. He raps in Tshi Venda, English and S’Pitori.
Last year, he made a breakthrough and won a Best Hip-Hop Video award at the Eminent Video Music Awards for his song, “Mapungubwe”. The song is a tribute to the history and heritage of the Mapungubwe Kingdom. T
Guest: Thizwihangwi Nemanashe - Musician, Poet and Journalist
Focus: We go down to the Free State at the Mafube Local Municipality where the situation is very heart breaking. We are reliably told that some workers have not been paid their salaries for two months. Water and electricity problems, poor service delivery, no municipal manager. There has also been a couple of arrests in connection with tender fraud. These are just some of the issues that have made it to the news.
Guest: Johnny Mbele –Shop steward and Chairman of SAMWU in Mafube
Guest: Suzette Steyn – DA Councillor at the Mafube Local Municipality
Guest: Mothusi Lepheana - Acting Municipal Manager at Mafube Local Municipality
Guest: Zakhali Mzolo - Concerned Community Member
Guest: Lindela Mkaza –Lead Provincial EXCO Representative
Blood is an important vehicle for food, oxygen and other compounds move from one part of the human body to the next. When a life-altering disease or an accident happens, blood is an essential part of the recovery process.According to the South African National Blood Services, less than 1% of citizens are active and regular blood donors. This is a cause of concern as this means there are shortages of blood in the public healthcare system.
Guest: Prof. Glenda Davison - medical scientist and Associate Professor at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
As we observe Film Month, the Kwa-Zulu Natal Tourism and Film Authority has rolled out the red carpet to promote and sell the province as a premiere destination for the audio-visual industries. The Authority’s role is to create sustainable growth, develop job opportunities, and build infrastructure to support emerging filmmakers. The Authority is set to host the 11th annual Simon Sabela Television and Film Awards in recognition of entertainment excellence in the field.
Guest: Mu Ngcolosi - Project Leader for the Simon Sabela Television and Film Awards
We bring you live coverage of the swearing in of cabinet Ministers and their deputies under the government of national unity. We speak to some of the political journalists to give us some background to who these Ministers are and what we can expect them to bring.
Guest:Abongwe Kobokana – SABC journalist in Parliament
Guest: Sophie Mokoena - SABC News International Editor
Next week Cape Town will be hosting the Africa Energy Sector Inward Buying and Investment Mission. The gathering will see delegates from the African continent putting their heads together in dealing with energy security and foster investment. To talk us more on the benefits it has brought so far for the African continent and its citizens and also how this initiative can be sustained without western participation,
Guest: Mrs. Chiboni Evans, CEO of the South African Electrotechnical Export Council (SAEEC)
This morning Bryan will be discussingTrusts, however, he is not a lawyer, so the discussion will revolve around the practicalities. He now joins us in studio to educate us on the subject….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
As the cabinet ministers are preparing to be sworn in tomorrow (Wed) to pledge their loyalty to serving the country, we thought to talk about what it is they need to understand when taking that oath.What should it mean to them and also what should we as a nation expect as we’ve seen over the years how many of them did not honour the promises they made. To help us navigate this issue, we are joined by…..
Guest: Guru Kali – Director of The Conscious Leadership Academy - Will talk onConscious Leadership, no politics please)
Guest:Ebrahim Harvey - Former labour unionist, political writer and author
Guest: Dudu Msomi - Founder and CEO of Busara Leadership Partners
Lu Dlamini is one of those artists you hear very little about. She has been performing live at some of the jazz clubs and those who've seen her perform talk about the traditional instrument she plays so well. One of her greatest works has been Ulwimilam which is a collection of songs. To tell us more about what has she been up to lately, she joins me now in our makeshift studio to talk about her career...
Guest(DBN): Lu Dlamini –Singer and composer
As the DA and the ANC are still discussing which cabinet portfolios to divide among themselves under the government of national unity, the nation is still gripped with anxiety over the future of the country. So as we conclude Youth Month, we thought to get the opinions of some the young thought leaders to talk about what South Africa would be like if young people were given a chance to govern? What sort of meaningful change could they bring as we witnessed very little change in a government made up of a generational mix? To lead us in this discussion, we are joined by....
Guest: Tswelopele Makoe - Gender and Social Justice Activist, also Editor of Global South Media Network
Guest: Leeto Ntoba - Political Analyst
Guest: Otsile Nkadimeng - Executive Director of SoWeVote
Government departments in the Northern Cape owe Kimberley based Sol Plaatje Municipality over 700 million-Rand on rates and taxes. The departments, businesses and residents collectively owe over 3.8 billion-Rand. Over the weekend the municipality blocked electricity meters of indebted residents, a decision that has since been rescinded following threats of violence. Premier Zamani Saul has called on departments to act ethically and pay their debt. The municipality has also been in the news over water shortages and other service delivery issue. To find out what the situation is on the ground and how the municipality is dealing with it, we are joined by…
Guest: Butana Phillips - Secretary of the Kimberley Action Group
Guest: Thapelo Matlatla – Municipal Manager for the Sol Plaatje Municipality
Guest: Madeleine Brandt - Provincial Director: Northern Cape at the South African Local Government Association (Has made several attempts to intervene with service delivery issues in the municipality)
Residential rental properties are experiencing their lowest vacancy rate since 2016 currently sitting at 4,42%. This is according to the TPN Credit Bureau and the latest Vacancy Survey report for the first quarter of 2024. The survey measures the number of sectional- and full-title residential units across the country. The report has outlined that due to the high interest rates over the past 18 months, many people are renting properties over a longer period of time as home ownership remains out of reach. While low vacancy rates are good for property owners and investors, our next guest warns that landlords should be mindful of constrained budgets and caution against changing the rental value band of properties as it may lead to tenants defaulting on their obligations. To tell us more about this report and share reflections from different provinces, we are joined by....
Guest (ZOOM): Waldo Marcus - Industry Principal at TPN Credit Bureau, an MRI Software company
Guest (TELEPHONE): Sbu Nyathi -Sustainability Practitioner at Isakhombe Assets & co-host of Ubuntunomics Podcast
Guest(TELEPHONE): Thato Ramaili - Chief Executive Officer of the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA)
NGOs are raising their concerns over the South African Social Security Agency’s (SASSA) new identification verification process. We have received complaints from recipients of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant that they can’t access their grants because of a new process. On the other hand, SASSA says that they are doing this to prevent fraud. They go on to say that they have received high volumes of fraud with the R370-a-month grant. What then does this mean for the recipients and which other grants are affected? To tell us more on this and also field some of the social grant questions you may have, we are joined by…
Guest (telephone): Mr Fanie Sethokga - General Manager: Grants Administration.
GBV affects all social, economic, cultural, and educational backgrounds. As we conclude our observation of Youth Month, we discuss what interventions are being made when it comes to gender-based violence prevention and response management. Our next guest has developed an internship programme that addresses some of the urgent support services that remain inaccessible to communities. To tell us more about this, we are joined by…
Guest (ZOOM): Mara Glennie - Founder & Director of Tears Foundation
Guest (ZOOM): Dembe Netshithothole - Graduate
Guest (ZOOM): Precious Makhubela - Graduate
Guest (ZOOM): Claire Thompson - General Manager of Tears Foundation
2024 is also and election year for Namibia and Mozambique where both SWAPO and FRELIMO ha e been in power since their countries attained independence. Some commentators believe that what's keeping them in power is more to do with loyalty during the liberation years. But what's also being picked up is how liberation movements on the African continent are starting to experience reduced numbers at the polls. So for this morning we thought to look at what seems to be behind the declining support from citizens. Is it because young people are now the ones voting or liberation movements no longer relevant? To educate is on this issue, we are joined by....
Guest: Adv Sipho Mantula - Researcher with Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs
Tomorrow marks the inauguration of the seventh South African Head of State. We take a moment to unpack what we can expect from the inauguration, President-elect Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech and the road ahead for the government of national unity. What impact will the coalition pact make on the President’s cabinet appointments? How will the President place the conflicting policy imperatives of the coalition (International Relations, National Minimum Wage, Social Grants, Affirmative Action, Land, etc.)? Does the President still have the confidence and the trust of the public? What happens to the Members of Parliament who were sworn in despite pending cases from the State Capture? To find out what hurdles the President may face, We are joined by…
Guest: Ongama Mtimka - Political Analyst and Senior Lecturer at the Nelson Mandela University
Focus: We take a moment to reflect on 30 years of Constitutionalism in South Africa. In this hour, we reflect on what has been achieved in the last 30 years: the rule of law, the Bill of Rights and the institutions placed to safeguard the Constitution. We reflect on how we anchored building this nation on three principles outlined in the Constitution: dignity, equality and the advancement of Human Rights. Let us go down memory lane and take a listen to the presidential oath, starting with Nelson Mandela
Guest: Prof. Patrick Bond - Political Economist and Distinguished Professor of Sociology at the University of Johannesburg (Constitutional critique on promises for public good)
Guest: Dan Mafora - Senior Researcher at the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC)
Guest: Adv. Michael Osbourne - Constitutional Law expert
We use this segment now to speak to some of the political parties and journalists finding out what the situation is regarding coalition talks. Who is agreeing with who and what is being put on the table? To help us through this conversation, we are joined by...
Guest: Solly Malatsi - National Spokesperson for the Democratic Alliance
Guest: Hajra Omarjee - Political Editor at Business Day
Guest: Samkele Maseko - SABC Senior Political Reporter
We continue our series of discussions meeting the new faces and parties that will stand in Parliament for the first time. Today, we decided that it would be important for us to meet the new and young faces that will be entering Parliament for the first time among the established political parties.
We are also featuring new members of provincial legislatures as the lower houses open their doors for the seventh administration. To tell us more about what they want to achieve in the next five years and what it means to represent the views of young people in law-making processes, we are joined by…
Guest (Telephone): Liam Jacobs - Federal Leader of the Democratic Alliance Student Organization and MP-elect
Guest (ZOOM): Sanele Zondo - Chairperson of IFP Youth Brigade and MP-elect
As political parties are still deciding on how to run the country under a possible government of national unity as proposed by the ANC, we continue discussions around what the possibilities are.Many have been likening this period to 1994 as we were starting a road to democracy under a government led by Nelson Mandela under a government of national unity with two deputy presidents.Well, we thought to bring in some of the people who were active in that period to talk about the dynamics that were at play then comparing them to today. What lessons can we learn in order to take the country forward?
Guest: Professor Richard Calland -A visiting adjunct professor at the Wits School of Governance and Director of the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
Guest: Mbhazima Shilowa – Former Gauteng Premier, General Secretary of Cosatu and was also part of the ANC’s negotiating team at the Convention for a Democratic South Africa
Guest: Oupa Ngwenya - Founding secretary-general of the Forum of Black Journalists, freelance writer, columnist, corporate strategist, and currently Project’s Co-ordinaries of The 70s Group comprising of liberation activists of the 1970s
June being Youth Month, we turn our focus to mental health. According to UNICEF's 2023 U-Report, 60% of South African youth needed access to mental health support services. Young people between the ages of 15 - 24 are the most at risk (70%). Young people face many challenges that affect their mental health and leads to self-harm: violence, poverty, substance abuse, unemployment, loss of parents and bullying - amongst others.
We see many young people who simply can’t find jobs after their training or qualifications are complete. We have seen many of them stand on street corners with boards and posting on social media, seeking help. According to the U-Report Youth Pulse, 48% young people are anxious about how they will develop their skills to attract employment opportunities. What is this doing to their mental health and well-being? How are they expected to cope if there is a lack of access to support tools?
Guest : Inga Nieuwoldt - Educational Psychologist
Guest: Dune de Blaar - Youth Coach for the Basic Support Package programme, a joint project implemented by DG Murray Trust, the University of Cape Town and the University of Johannesburg.
Financial planning consists of four principles.
Estate, Retirement, Taxation and Investment planning. Over the next four weeks Bryan intends to take each aspect in structuring a comprehensive financial plan.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last week the Black Management Forum in partnership with the Henley Business School hosted a panel discussion entitled: Leading Beyond The Ballot, shaping South Africa’s Post-election Future. This comes at a time where the country is waiting with bated breath to hear what decision political parties are likely make with regards to the type of government we may have since none of them got a two-thirds majority to form a government. The ANC has proposed a government of national unity and extended the invite to all parties, but sadly none of them seem to be in agreement.
Guest: Professor Thuli Madonsela – Director of the Centre for Social Justice at the University of Stellenbosch
Guest: Patrick Kulati - CEO at Good Governance Africa
Guest: Jon Foster-Pedlley - Dean and director of Henley Business School
We continue the conversation this morning looking at where we are regarding a coalition or government of national unity as proposed by the ANC. Many are comparing this to the 1994 first democratic elections, but others argue that it is not the same. This has no doubt brought strain to the nation as political parties are not in agreement as to a way forward. So this morning we thought to look at what this does to us as a nation? What does it do to our psychology and why is it so difficult for the political parties to put the country first?
Guest: Dr Saths Cooper – President of the Pan African Psychology Union, former political prisoner and leader of the Black Consciousness Movement and a member of the 1970s group of activists
Guest: Prof. Ntsikelelo Breakfast - Professor of Political Sciences and the Director of the Center for Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution at Nelson Mandela University
As a country we have been so occupied by what’s happening in our political sphere that we forgot another burning issue of our energy transition. An article published in the MyBroadband website in May reminds us that South Africa is expected to propose a timeline for the shutdown of coal-fired power plants in a bid to secure about $2.5 billion in climate finance. If you may remember that under the agreement which was first announced in 2021, our country is said to receive assistance under certain conditions, one being that it cuts its dependence on coal, which accounts for four-fifths of the nation’s electricity output.
Guest: Tabi Tabi – CEO Granville Energy
We end the show by talking to the clergy as they called for a day of prayer around the state of the country.In a statement released over the weekend, the South African Council of Churches says that it has concluded a special meeting of the National Leaders Forum where leaders of member churches came together to reflect on where the country is at the moment from elections to natural disasters that has just hit three provinces.
Guest: Stanley Makoba - President of the South African Council of Churches
On Tuesday this week, Public Protector Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka briefed the media on her report into the findings of an investigation on the difficulties GBV victims experience when opening cases at magistrates' courts across the country. The other problem is on the police side where she says they are reluctant to register cases and do not inform the victims of their rights to institute criminal action but rather refer victims directly to court to apply for a protection order. This issue indeed has multiple factors which at the end fails victims of gender-based violence, what else can be done then to find workable solutions seeing that the problem persists?
Guest: Adv Brenda Madumise-Pajibo – Director of Wise Collective
Guest: Dr Lesley Ann Foster - Founder and Managing Director of Masimanyane Women's Rights international
Guest: Charles Mohalaba - Deputy-Director General: Court Services at the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
As the political parties are meeting behind the scene to come up with plans aimed at taking the country forward, many people in the country are trying to imagine the type of government that will work for all of us. Many of you have been giving your opinions on the show indicating what sort of coalition government partners you would like to see and shared your concerns. In the past 48 hours, we have seen tripartite alliance partners (SACP & COSATU) share their concerns surrounding specific coalition partners.
So this morning we focus on the various scenarios that could best create a government that can be pleasing for all South Africans. In this panel, we look at how national planning and scenario forecasting is affected by major events such as election outcomes and whether it re-inforces our development trajectory or lays a new pathway ahead.
Guest: Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya – Project lead at Indlulamithi South Africa Scenarios
Guest: Dr. Ismail Lagardien - Political Economist and Columnist
In light of the #ElectionResults2024, we have eighteen political parties that will be represented in the National Assembly. This includes seven new parties who will become legislators for the first time. We wanted to take a moment to reflect with some of the parties on their recent triumph, their vision for the next 5 years.
Guest: Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster - Deputy Leader of Build One South Africa
Guest: Mighty Mabule - Spokesperson of the United African Transformation
Keeping with the theme of elections and the coming coalition government, we turn our focus on the Black Management Forum. They issued a statement last night stating their hopes in the incoming government'. They are hoping for the advancement of economic transformation and the economic participation of black people.
Guest: Monde Ndlovu - Managing Director at the Black Management Forum
We continue with our election theme looking at the different aspects of the outcomes of the 2024 polls where the ANC finds itself not having reached enough numbers to govern nationally.They are now forced to form a coalition with the opposition to form a government. For today’s discussion we thought to look at where coalitions have worked successfully and what sort of lessons we can learn in order to move forward as a country.
Guest: Prof William Gumede – Chairperson of the Democracy Works Foundation at Wits
Guest:: Pranish Desai - Senior data analyst in the Governance Insights and Analytics Programme at Good Governance Africa
The IEC last night declared the elections free and fair while behind the scenes political party leaders are contemplating who get into a coalition with. The running African National Congress probably has the biggest headache as this is a rude wakening for them. What about us as a nation, what sort of country would we like to see as we start the seventh administration? 1994 was a complete system and regime change, but then this is the first time the country is run without the ANC having a full majority. What would we like to see?
Guest: Dr Lubna Nadvi - Senior lecturer in political science and international relations at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
As the IEC declared the elections free and fair last night, the focus now shifts to parliament. Also the fact that we also have independent candidates and also having to elect the president. This time around the ANC does not have the majority, what then does all of this means? Could we end up with a president that is elected by a united opposition party?
Guest: Xolile George - Secretary to Parliament
We continue our coverage of the results as they come in. Today should present a better picture of which parties are likely to make it and which ones will be writing their obituaries.
Guest: Dr Thapelo Tselapedi – Political analyst
As the results are starting to trickle in, all of us are waiting with bated breath to see who will be at the helm of running the country come Sunday. Will the ANC remain in power? Will the smaller parties gain traction? Or are we headed to a coalition government? I’m currently watching the results board and as early as it is, this is some of the reflection…(Latest results). So to help us talk about what has come through so far,
Guest: Dr Sithembile Mbete – Political Analyst
Guest: Dr Hlengiwe Ndlovu – Political Analyst
We continue to reflect what is on the results board at the IEC’s National Results Operations Centre at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand. Remember that you as our listeners can also call in to share your views on what is being reflected here at the centre and whether it is what you are wishing for. T
Guest: Dr Fikile Vilakazi – Political Analyst
With just a few hours away from the 2024 elections, we thought to talk to some of the election observers about their mandate and also about the work they do. Since the dawn of democracy, South African elections have always been deemed free and fair. This year however, there has been a lot of talk in the media about bringing in election observers from different countries. Just why are election observers important and what is it they look for in making sure that an election is free and fair? What are the characteristics of an ideal observer?
Guest: Terry Tselane - Chief Executive Officer Institute of Election Management Services in Africa
Guest: Professor Kealeboga Maphunye - Professor in the Department of Political Sciences at UNISA
Guest: Enock Kavindele - Head of the Southern Africa Development Community Observer Mission
On 28 May 2014, decorated poet Maya Angelou passed away. The luminary was lauded as global citizen, civil rights activists and luminary in the sphere of literature. As part of the 10th anniversary, our next guest delves into her legacy and unpacks how she used her platform to speak about pan-Africanism.
For some who may not know, Angelou lived in Ghana, Liberia and Egypt in the 1960s where she started to engage in discussions surrounding global civil rights struggle, transnational citizenship and the decolonialization of Africa. She was a part of a group of expats who shaped public intellectual thought on the continent and back in the United States of America: W.E.B du Bois, Malcolm X, Pauli Murray, C.L.R James, Julian Mayfield, Muhammad Ali, William Gardner Smith and St. Clair Drake.
Guest: Professor Simphiwe Sesanti - Professor of Education at the University of the Western Cape
We speak now to Professor Susan Booysen about an article she penned in the Business Day about post-election coalitions and scenarios. So many of us are pondering what a government will be like under a possibility of coalition government or ANC not having the majority two-thirds to rule. There’s just so much that makes it difficult to even try to predict, so rather let’s hear from the expert as to what the possible scenarios are.
Guest: Prof Susan Booysen - Visiting Professor and Professor Emeritus, University of the Witwatersrand
Since the build-up to the 2024 elections, there has been so many mixed reactions from citizens over whether they will be voting or not. The most popular argument is that nothing is going to change as the poverty on the ground is just getting worse. Others complain about a lack of service delivery and corruption from those in power.So this morning we have invited in studio one of the struggle icons who will lead a discussion about why your vote matters and to help us through it
Guest: Cheryl Carolus – Veteran struggle stalwart, UDF member, Former South African High Commissioner to the United Kingdom
With less than five days to go before we go to the polls, we thought to have the last interview with IEC in terms of where we are currently and what needs to happen? Last week voting took place successfully outside of the country, while the IEC says that it is ready to run a successful election for 2024. We've also seen the amount of court cases against the IEC from disgruntled parties hoping to postpone the elections as some of them did not make the deadline. What are some of the outstanding issues and what happens between now and voting day?
Guest: James Aphane - Manager for Electoral Operations at the Electoral Commission
We continue our series with Miyelani Holeni talking about the different spheres of local government and how they can be improved in order to run municipalities more efficiently. This morning we reflect on the state of service delivery during the sixth administration. We have this conversation ahead of #Elections2024 on the role of provincial and national government in the delivery of services.
Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Chief Group Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group – He is also a local government revenue and governance expert
The last day of the sixth parliament was on Tuesday the 21st of May. So we thought to talk to them about what happens in a period like this? What happens to the outstanding Bills that were not finalised and also what major changes take place?Ever wondered how seats are allocated after parties win elections? The process of swearing in new MPs? Quite a lot to deal with in the beginning of the new administration and to educate us on how it works and how preparations for a new administration unfold,
Guest: Mr Masibulele Xaso, Secretary to the National Assembly.
In recent months, many experts have warned of a new international scramble for Africa that is emerging as global players seek to establish influence over key decision-makers. This comes at a time where 17 African member states are voting for new leaders in national ballots this year. Some academics are cautiously optimistic stating that the new scramble may presents opportunities for African nations to leverage external interest for their own benefit. If approached strategically, partnerships with global powers could result in technology transfer, infrastructure development, education and increased investment.
In the build-up to #AfricaDay2024, the Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs is holding its annual lecture this weekend under the theme: “New International Scramble for Africa and the challenges of unity in 2024” and our next guest reflects on the position of the continent as well as what lessons can be taken forward by the next generation of leaders who must tackle these challenges facing this predominately young continent.
Guest: Prof. Abdoulaye Bathily - Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya.
We return to a conversation we started last week on the right to vote and responsibility to vote. Today, we turn our attention to the culture of voting, what citizenship means in 2024 and why it is still important to exercise the responsibility to vote - 30 years into democracy. We have brought back our panelists to conclude this discussion and allow our listeners to share their thoughts.
Guest: Prof. Cherrel Africa - Associate Professor in the Political Studies Department at the University of the Western Cape
Guest: Tebelelo Lentsoane - activator and civic education coordinator
Over the weekend, there was a scuffle on the campaign trail in Seshego, Limpopo. Two of the people injured during a violent confrontation between ANC and EFF members at Juju Valley informal settlement in Seshego, Limpopo, say they are traumatised by the incident. The scuffle happened during the ANC's door-to-door campaign in the area on Sunday. According to the ANC in the Capricorn region, members of the ruling party were pelted with rocks and bottles. Two people, including a 9-year-old child, were shot and wounded during the conflict. The EFF has condemned the attacks and has called on the police to investigate the matter.
Guest: Jimmy Machaka Mathole - ANC Limpopo Provincial Spokesperson
Guest: Godrich Gardee - Provincial Convenor: Limpopo at the Economic Freedom Fighters
This morning Bryan talks about the four stages. When you start saving after receiving your retirement benefits:
- The build-up phase.
- Where you are on the journey
- Important factors at retirement
- What pension do you buy.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Our next guest has written an thought leadership article that unpacks the importance of investing in leadership development of a new generation in a bid to elevate the collective well-being of the continent’s future. At present, Africa has the world’s youngest continent with 70% of its total population under the age of 30 and presents an opportunity to take a seat at the table. Centred in Nelson Mandela’s vision for the continent underpinned by the value of compassion, our next guest unpacks the legacy of post-colonial leadership practices and how we build leaders that are committed to serve.
Guest: Judy Sikuza - Chief Executive Officer of the Mandela Rhodes Foundation
Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams - Alumnus of the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship
For more than a month, reports have been surfacing in the media that things are not too rosy in the Multi-Party Charter led by the DA.Some reports point to John Steenhuizen’s condemnation of parties campaigning in the Western Cape on the other hand there was a lot of criticism against the burning of the flag ad. So this morning we thought to talk about whether South Africa is ready for a coalition government at national level seeing how things are not working out at municipal level.
Guest: Mmabatho Mongae – Data Analyst within the Governance Insights and Analyst Programme at Good Governance Africa
Guest: Dr Dale McKinley – Independent Writer and political analyst. Currently based at the International Labour, Research and Information Group
We speak now to Heal-SA, a non-profit organisation that says it’s committed to dismantling mental health disparities.They have recently launched an initiative to provide free counselling services nationally to off-campus university students.One of the things they point out is that there is still stigma around getting mental health support.
Guest: Mpadi Makgalo – CEO of Heal SA
So many of you our listeners share your frustrations through our show, be it crime, GBV, corruption, poverty, unemployment and other issues that are bringing the country down. So for today, we thought to go back to the concept of Ubuntu the way it’s explained by the late Emeritus Arch Bishop Desmond Tutu. Has his message fallen off deaf ears or have we as a country just conveniently forgotten about it?
Guest: Rev Dr Joseph Tshawane – Author of a book entitled: The Rainbow Nation: The vision of the beloved South African Community – It's a book based on Desmond Tutu’s legacy
Guest: Seth Mazibuko – COO of the Moral regeneration Movement
Soothing us into the weekend today is a pan-Africanist collective called iPhupho-lika-Biko. They are led by composer Nhlanhla Ngqaqu who says that their music is rooted in spirituality and blackness. One would assume that they are talking about Steve Biko’s dream, but he explains it differently.
Guest: Pulane Mafatshe– Vocalist in the iPhupho L’ka Biko, a contemporary South African jazz group
During our open line this month, a listener asked our audience a critical question when it comes to the upcoming elections later this month and took a moment to reflect on various opportunities we had to exercise the right to vote: “How responsible are we as voters when it comes to our voting behaviour?”
Guest: Prof. Cherrel Africa - Associate Professor in the Political Studies Department at the University of the Western Cape
Guest: Lindiwe Mazibuko - Founder of Futurelect
Guest: Tebelelo Lentsoane - activator and civic education coordinator
The Knysna Municipality has been in the news for all the wrong reasons, from water shortages, breakdown of coalition, councilors using derogatory terms against each other and recently, the appointment of the Municipal Manager was ruled null and void by the Western Cape High Court.
The council must now restart the process of finding a new Municipal Manager to replace which Ombali Sebola. There has also been calls since last year to put the municipality under administration.
Guest: Moyisi Magalela - ANC Regional Spokesperson in the Southern Cape
Guest: Rev Ralph Stander - Community Activist and chairperson of Knysna United
Guest: Dr Dion George - DA Constituency Leader in Knysna
Guest: Eugene Botha - National Head for Legal for the Patriotic Alliance
Yesterday Statistics South Africa revealed that unemployment increased from 32,1 percent to 32,9-percent in the first quarter of 2024. The number of unemployed persons increased by 330-thousand to reach 8,2-millon in the first quarter, while the number of employed persons increased by 22-thousand to reach 16,7-million in the first quarter of 2024.
Guest: Dr Laura Fisher - Head of Institutional Advancement at Boston City Campus
Guest: Kganki Matabane - Chief Executive Officer of the Black Business Council
Guest: Lethiwe Nkosi - Network Mobiliser at Youth Capital
Service delivery in our country is a very big issue especially at municipal level. Interestingly, there’s a party contesting the elections having formulated their strategy and name around service delivery. Under the name Forum 4 Service Delivery, the party refers itself as a civic political movement which was founded in 2015 to deal mainly with issues at grassroots level. This year they are contesting the national elections in six provinces.
Guest: Dr. Mbahare Kekana - Forum 4 Service Delivery President
Tourism Kwa-Zulu Natal has been working to towards accessing investment opportunities to keep up with the global tourism trends and to set the province as a destination of choice.
Our next guest has recently partnered with Collins Residential to build a new hospitality development to the value of R2 billion in northern Kwa-Zulu Natal which is set to create 800 direct jobs and 1500 indirect jobs to the local economy. To tell us more about the importance of investment and partnerships in tourism sector, we are joined by…
Guest(OB): Oliver Prillat-Priatoine - Club Med Investor
eThekwini Municipality plays host to the Africa Trade Indaba and this event is an economic driver for the local economy. In last year’s edition, the trade show contributed more than R1 billion to the national fiscus and created 2 295 sustainable jobs.
The trade show is taking place at a time where the inner city is being revitalized to attract investment opportunities. Our next guest will share the significance of the event taking place in South Africa’s playground. We are joined by….
Guest (OB): Cllr. Zandile Myeni - Deputy Mayor of eThekwini Municipality
As part of the Africa Trade Indaba, the Business Opportunity Networking Day is an opportunity for stakeholders in the tourism industry to connect, share global tourism insights and advance knowledge sharing. The networking initiative is set up these four insight pillars: Unlimited, Discover, Connect and Grow.
To tell us more about their role in this initiative and the Precinct Ambassadors programme, we are joined by….
Guest (OB): Musa Mbhele - EThekwini City Manager
Listeners have been listening to me for years and this morning, I would like to put our listeners through a test called, ‘how financially healthy are you and what does financial security mean to you?’
While I do my opening, it will give you a chance to get a piece of paper and a pen out to make your notes and to do the test.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
As we continue to take a closer look at political parties and their promises ahead of #Elections2024, we unpack the manifesto of the Freedom Front Plus who launched their Manifesto back in March 2024. The election manifesto calls for voters to take against the ruling party, pick up the broken pieces and start rebuilding the nation. The manifesto speak to land, employment equity, local government, health, crime, unemployment and border management.
Guest: Dr. Pieter Groenewald - President of the Freedom Front Plus
Yesterday (Sunday) marked International Nurses Day with the different unions raising their own views on how the profession can be improved. Some state that poor health costs the economy billions as it affects productivity. Investment in the nursing staff is another critical point unions feel should be looked into especially now that government's National Health Insurance (NHI) plan is at an advanced stage. In 2024, what would the unions say are the new challenges faced by nurses?
Guest: Kwena Manamela - General Secretary at the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa
Guest: Reuben Maleka - Manager at the Public Servants Association
Guest: Jabulane Mashego – Provincial Secretary for HOSPERSA in Limpopo
In August 2023, the Road Accident Fund launched a Comprehensive Road Safety Programme for Youth and Learners. This programme involved educating learners in primary schools, special schools, and high schools about road safety. This was done through talks, industrial theatres performances and road safety simulations (edutainment). Later, community dialogues were held with unemployed and out of school youth to encourage road safety activism. These took place in selected communities found in the top four high accident provinces – Limpopo, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, and Gauteng.
Guest: Collin Letsoalo - Chief Executive Officer at the Road Accident Fund
Guest: Lisa Mangcu - Deputy Minister of Transport.
Guest: Siphamandla Gumbi - Senior Manager for Road Safety at the Road Accident
We usher in the weekend by chatting to Amaeshi Ikechi. He is a Nigerian bassist whose career in the last 26 years is said to have found expression across different genres of music. From the pew of an African church (in the heart of Lagos), to some of the finest stages in Africa. He describes himself as a musician with a special interest in Jazz and its fusion with the music of Africa.
Guest: Amaeshi Ikechi – Nigerian bassist
We received an anonymous call from a listener who alerted us to corruption within the Water and Sanitation Department in eThekwini Municipality. Back in 2022, the caller alleged that there was an emergency procurement contract worth R5 million paid into a business that was not tax compliant and no boereholes were built by the supplier. The supplier in question has said to be politically connected to the Municipal Manager at the time of the contract being awarded.
Guest: Ednick Msweli - HoD Department of Water and Sanitation in eThekwini Municipality
Guest: Cllr. Thabani Mthethwa - DA Caucus leader in eThekwini Municipicality
Guest: Cllr. Themba Mvubu - eThekwini Chairperson for the Economic Freedom Fighters
This weekend, the nursing fraternity will commemorate International Nurses Day under the theme: “Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care”. In South Africa, the nurse-to-patient ratio remains notably high, with 224 patients per nurse in 2022. This imbalance poses significant challenges to patient care, contributing to excessive workloads, heightened stress levels among nurses, extended waiting times, and insufficient attention to individual patient needs.
On the otherhand, a new era has emerged of digital nurses where technology is playing a role in making primary healthcare accessible and affordable. Technology is also helping nurses to not only provide improved patient care, build professional development and open up educational resources. In this panel, we want to speak to healthcare providers and nurses actively using virtual platforms to provide essential care in a time where less people can afford medical schemes to cover the cost of healthcare.
Guest: Cameron Meyer - Group Clinical Officer at Intercare
Guest: Tania Joffe - Chief Executive Officer of Unu Health
Home Affairs Minister, Dr Aaoron Motsoaledi joins us in studio to talk about some of the issues pertaining to his department. Also seeing that we are a few days away from the elections, his offices have been working beyond normal hours including Saturdays. Last month he also announced that Cabinet has approved the Final White Paper On Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection, something he says is the product of robust engagements……
Guest: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi – Home Affairs Minister
On our Citizens Corner this morning we chat to African Christian Democratic Party leader Rev Kenneth Meshoe. They launched their manifesto under the slogan of service, order and safety. This year is also the year that the marks 30 years of existence and one of the messages Mr Meshoe wants the country to know is that they want a South Africa with a vibrant, healthy economy; where jobs and opportunities are in abundance, and where everyone is able to benefit and feel safe.
Guest: RevKenneth Meshoe – Leader of the African Christian Democratic Party
Yesterday, a four-story building collapsed in central business district of George. Disaster management teams have been working around the clock to rescue construction workers trapped under the rubble. In a media statement released this morning, George Municipality confirmed that a total of five (5) patients have been declared deceased. Twenty-six (26) patients have been removed from the rubble of the collapsed multi-story construction site at 75 Victoria Street, leaving forty-nine (49) persons unaccounted for.
Guest: Mario Fereira - Head of the Southern Cape/Garden Route area for Disaster Relief at Gift of the Givers Foundation
The climate crisis is a global issue, but poses significant local impacts. It particularly affects poorer and vulnerable communities in South Africa. Urgent action is required, but transitioning from our coal-heavy economy while leaving no one behind requires careful planning.
Despite the imminent introduction of the Climate Change Bill, efforts to bolster climate resilience and shift away from fossil fuels have been inconsistent. Climate change is not just an environmental concern but also a social and economic one, especially relevant as we approach the upcoming elections.
Guest: Dave Bryant - Member of Parliament representing the Democratic Alliance
Guest: Barbara Creecy - Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, representing the African National Congress
Guest: Nazier Paulsen - Member of Parliament representing the Economic Freedom Fighters
As we mark Worker's Month, celebrated under the month of May, we thought to turn our attention on the role unions can play in saving jobs if given a chance by employers. We've seen massive retrenchments over the years, from the mining sector, to the post office which was just recently as many of them are shutting down the different branches. Yes economists do point to the harsh economic conditions that the work is finding itself in, but since many workers belong to unions, perhaps the two can come up with better solutions.
Guest: Ebrahim Harvey - Former Cosatu unionist,, political writer and author
Guest: Riefdah Ajam - General Secretary at FEDUSA
Guest: Joseph Mathunjwa - AMCU President
As we continue to take a closer look at political parties and their promises ahead of #Elections2024, we unpack the manifesto of the Abantu Batho Congress who launched three weeks ago addressing unemployment, corruption, housing, crime, basic education and primary healthcare. In their Manifesto, they have advocated that it would advocate for an independent KwaZulu-Natal in a move they call reclaiming their historical identity & addressing the question of land for indigenous groups.
The party made headlines by expressing their concern with the IEC that there was very little focus on multilingualism during the election process, notably at the National Pledging Ceremony where they refused to sign an electoral agreement that is only in English and not translated in isiZulu. The party also seeks to split from the African National Congress coalition pact in the province and change the landscape of local governance in KZN. Since the party launched back in 2020, it has managed to win 24 municipal councillors across Kwa-Zulu Natal and Limpopo municipalities.
Guest: Dr. Makhosi Khoza – Deputy President of the Abantu Batho Congress, former Member of Parliament and the Premier Candidate for Kwa-Zulu Natal
That was the voice of Miriam Makeba speaking before the United Nations Special Committee on Apartheid on the 21st of March in 1964. She also appealed for "quick and real action" against South Africa's racial problems accusing the then government of "trying to keep us in bondage, with the utmost brutality, against the will of the entire world".
Guest: Dr Yvonne Chakachaka - South African internationally acclaimed musician and Goodwill Ambassador for Unisa
We continue our Friday chats with the different political parties that are contesting the upcoming elections. To we turn our focus on Al Jama-ah. On top of their list of promises is creating what they call decent jobs, clean water and crime. On a more controversial side is that they are calling on men to play their part in society where they provide for and protect women.
Guest: Ganief Hendricks - Leader of Al Jama-ah Party
The Joy is a South Africa vocal group that made the country proud on the international stage by performing with American Grammy award-winning rapper Dija Cat on two of her tracks. They sang in isiZulu which was just one of the most beautiful performances.
Guest: The Joy – South African vocal group made up of Pastor (Ntokozo Magcaba), Duzie (Melokuhle Mkhungo), Guduza (Sphelele Hlophe), Sthombe (Phelelani Sithole) and Marcus (Sanele Ngcobo)
We end the show by looking at a very positive story regarding our economy. The PwC Economic Outlook report for 2024 which focuses on foreign direct investment (FDI) which was released on Monday. It shows that foreign investors in the country have a positive outlook of the country. One of the highlights is that the country’s economy attracted almost R100 billion in foreign direct investment inflows last year (2023) – which they say is equal to 1.4% of the GDP, despite the country’s many challenge.
Guest: Xhanti Payi – PWC South Africa: Senior Economist
The South African Local Government Association says that the debt owed by government departments to municipalities now sits at R3 billion.Earlier in the week, Salga’s KwaZulu-Natal chairperson Thami Ntuli said that they are generally battling to collect what is owed in services because of the prevailing difficult economic conditions in the country. He went on to say that municipalities are now forced to borrow money to cover their shortfall. The other problem this is creating is fuelling the protests by ratepayers associations who feel justified to withhold payments for municipal services.
Guest: Cllr Thami Ntuli - Salga’s KwaZulu-Natal chairperson
Guest: Assad Gaffar - Civic campaigner and chair of the Westville Ratepayers’ Association
Guest: Tshepo Mahlangu -Tshepo Mahlangu - Chairperson of the Lotus, Atteridgeville, Saulsville Civic Society
This morning, Bryan will be unpacking your questions that you have submitted throughout the month.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Two weeks ago, we started a conversation surrounding the right to work, job creation and the dignity of a living wage. We further expanded this discussion by unpacking if political parties have provided reasonable economic interventions in their manifestos that will address the unemployment crisis. Where we last left the conversation, a critical point had been raised surrounding the types of jobs being created and whose vocation had been excluded as well as the impact of austerity measures on work prospects within the public service.
In today’s discussion, we turn our attention to a daring new promise that has entered the public discourse as a mechanism to combat unemployment in lieu of low job creation. Political parties believe that this intervention that would address expanded unemployment.
Guest: Dominic Brown - the Progammes Manager of Economic Justice at Alternative Information Development Centre
Guest: Duma Gqubule – Columnist and Independent economist
Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams - Project Lead at Youth Capital
In one of our final discussions for Freedom Month, we unpack the Quality of Life surveys that have been conducted in South Africa in the last three decades. While South African cities have higher quality of life scores than their African counterparts, there are still major stumbling blocks facing a
citizen’s ability to access public goods, economic opportunities and the protection of their social rights.
We have seen that in the last five years, the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted some of the challenges facing citizens when it comes to their proximity to poverty and glaring inequalities during the lockdowns. How do we use these indicators to change how we plan for better outcomes for this nation in the next 30 years? We have brought together a panel that can unpack what lessons we can take forward and how we future-proof the quality of life toward an upward trajectory.
Guest: Professor Alex van den Heever – Chair for Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies at Universoty of Witwatersrand
Guest: Dr. Steven Gordon - Senior Research Specialist in the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES) research division of the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)
The United Nations (UN) is increasingly concerned about a possible imminent attack on al-Fashir in Sudan’s North Dafur region and is seeking to reduce tensions in the area, a UN spokesperson said on Friday. War erupted in Sudan one year ago between the Sudanese army (SAF) and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), creating the world’s largest displacement crisis. Al-Fashir is the last major city in the vast, western Darfur region not under control of the RSF. The RSF and its allies swept through four other Darfur state capitals last year, and were blamed for a campaign of ethnically driven killings against non-Arab groups and other abuses in West Darfur. What makes the war in Sudan so difficult that the world in unable to overcome?
Guest: Nixo Kathembo - Africa specialist at Channel Africa
Today, we focus on the manifesto ActionSA with the party’s Premier candidate for Gauteng Funzi Ngobeni. Gauteng is one of the provinces that are highly contested with the biggest challenges. What is he and his party bringing to the residents of this province and what would he say will give them as ActionSA the advantage over other parties?
Guest: Funzi Ngobeni - Action SA Gauteng Premier Candidate
We usher in the weekend with the smooth jazz sounds of Kyle Shepard. There’s just so many descriptions of him in the media, from jazz maestro, film and theatre composer while being internationally recognised for his distinctive style. One of his achievements is winning the Standard Bank Young Artist of the Year for Jazz in 2014. How does he describe himself and his music in one sentence?
Guest: Kyle Shepard - South African jazz pianist
We continue our series with Miyelani Holeni talking about the different spheres of local government and how they can be improved in order to run municipalities more efficiently. This morning we turn the focus on professionalising local government. This is something many of the campaigning political parties are promising to look into.What then can we safely say is behind municipalities ending up with the wrong people who are said to be behind the collapse of so many municipalities? Also if I was leader of a political party, what would be the first thing to change at local government level?
Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Chief Group Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group and a local government revenue and governance expert
Johannesburg will be playing host to this year’s Africa Children’s Summit. It brings together children from across the African continent to share their experiences on matters of children's rights, interventions by their governments and share recommendations or solutions. This week while making the announcement, CEO of the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund, Dr Linda Ncube-Nkomo said that what will happen is that adults will take what children have said and report it elsewhere and to sit down and to listen to those voices and also to be able to create a continental platform for the children of Africa to get together and to start to define what sort of Africa fit for children looks like from their lived experiences.
Sadly though is that it comes at a time where children in this country are in the news for all the wrong reasons, from being harmed, kidnapped, missing or living in terrible conditions. As we build-up to the summit, we thought to use the opportunity to talk about the state of children in our country and what we can do to make things better.
Guest: Anzio Jacobs – Acting Child Safety and Protection Manager at the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund
Guest: Dr Shaheed Omar – Executive Director at the Teddybear Clinic
As we continue to coverage of political parties ahead of the 2024 National and Provincial elections, we speak to the Economic Freedom Fighters on their election manifesto that was launched back in February 2024 in Kwa-Zulu Natal. The theme of their election campaign: “Our Land and Jobs Now! Stop Loadshedding” as part of their road to victory.
The 2024 manifesto has seven pillars: (1) land expropriation without compensation; (2) nationalization of the mines, banks and economic institutions; (3) abolishment of the tender system; (4) free quality services (health, education, housing & sanitation); (5) industrial development & employment; (6) continental justice; & (7) combatting corruption.
Guest: Adv. Busisiwe Mkhwebane - Member of Parliament for the Economic Freedom Fighters
Yesterday (Tuesday) during the Open Line, we played you a snippet of an interview we did last years on the 6th of December with the national Minister of Water and Sanitation Senzo Mchunu where he made a commitment that the people of Giyani will have their water problems sorted out by the end of 2023. As we all know, that is not the case as the people on the ground spoke to the SABC this past Monday saying they are waiting for the minister to fulfil his promise.
Guest: Senzo Mchunu - Minister of the Department of Water and Sanitation
This morning, Bryan is discussing the generation gap and answering the question: Are children supporting parents or are parents supporting children? What is the sandwich generation?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates
The expansion of social protection has been discussed since the White Paper on Social Security of 1998. Our next guest argues that universal basic income should not been seen as social welfare but as economic stimulus. Our next guest argues that universal basic income is one of seven pillars that required to turnaround South Africa’s outlook and address the declining living standards of the past 19 years. They take it one step further and have proposed that the government needs R656,9 billion to implement universal basic income over the next three years.
Guest: Nomahlubi Jakuja - Head of Research at the Social Policy Initiative
Guest: Russell Wildeman - Social Policy Specialist at the United Nations Children’s Fund
We continue with our Freedom Month coverage, we return to the conversation we started looking at the progress and challenges faced by persons with impairments after 30 years of democracy in South Africa. In part one, we explored freedom, exclusion from key rights and political representation in society. The discussion also explored the foundational policies that were put in place to advance equality but have not translated into implementation in the last two government administrations. One of the key issues of the last three decades that we have not addressed is our language and how we dismantle stigma when we speak about impairment in society. To map out what equality & inclusion should encompass in the next 30 years, we are joined by…
Guest: Therina Wentzel – National Director at the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities
Guest: Ari Seirlis – Former CEO of the QuadPara Association of South Africa and member of the Presidential Working Group
Guest: Abongile Xhantini - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Expert; and Founder of Holding Albus
We continue our series on discussing 30 years of our democracy and how we go to where we are today. Many of you have been touched by the opening clips of some of the stalwarts we play when we start the show. Some comments that come in talk about how bad the country has turned out compared to what our freedom fighters fought for. So this morning we take a look at history and whether it heals of open wounds?Guest: Professor Chitja Twala - History Professor in the Department of Cultural and Political Studies at the University of Limpopo
Guest: Prof Musa Xulu - Zulu Cultural Expert and Founder of iNdonsa Yesizwe
Guest: Omar Badsha – CEO of SA History Online
Focus: Our next guest hails from the streets of Majazana in Johannesburg South. He first burst onto the scene when he won a contest on Jam Alley back in 2010. His next break would happen when his TikTok video on his take of John Legend’s “Nervous” Open Verse Challenge went viral globally back in 2022. John Legend performed and met with him in 2023.
Since then, he has released new music with hits like “Senzeni”, “iThemba”, “Kuyalunga” and “Bekezela”. He is inspired by the likes of producers such as Black Coffee, Sun-EL Musician and Chymamusiq. To tell us more about his new single “In2U” and the two new Metro FM award nominations in 2024, we are joined by…
Guest (studio): Mthandazo Gatya - Musician
Today, we focus on the manifesto of the GOOD Party who launched their election manifesto last month in Johannesburg. This is their second manifesto since its formation in 2018 and won two seats in parliament in their maiden election campaign in 2019 national elections.
In their second election campaign, the party has shared their concise thirteen page manifesto with overarching theme of good governance as key to eradicate corruption. The four pillars of this manifesto are social justice, economic justice, spatial justice and environmental justice to rebalance the vast inequalities that still exist 30 years after the dawn of the democracy. In building a more inclusive South Africa, GOOD proposes to address homelessness, corruption, unemployment, crime, land reform, introduce a basic income grant, reform early childhood development and service delivery.
Guest: Brett Herron - Member of Parliament and Secretary General of the GOOD Party
For more than a year, we have been receiving calls from some of our listeners in the North West Province around the area of Matlosana telling us about corruption at that particular municipality. The latest is that the North West ANC Provincial Executive Committee has decided that the Executive Mayor of Matlosana Local Municipality in Klerksdorp, James Tsolela resign from his position sighting allegations of corruption. Chief financial officer Mercy Phetla has also reportedly been suspended for allegedly approving the pay of two-point-nine-million-rand to her associate without following the Municipal Finance Management Act.
Guest: Johannes Le Grange – DA Caucus Leader in the Matlosana Municipality
Guest: James Gadinabokao – Provincial Head of Communications for the South African Civic Organisation in the North West province
Guest: Banele Faku – Regional Secretary for the EFF in the Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District
Earlier this year, the US House of Representatives’ Committee on Foreign Affairs passed a review of bilateral relations with South Africa. This review takes place less than 12 months before South Africa hears if their status in AGOA is renewed. This follows questions that have been raised surrounding Pretoria’s non-aligned stance in their foreign policy on Palestine and Ukraine. There have also been questions surrounding their closer relations with China, Russia and Iran. Some Republican members even went as far as calling for the Bill to cut off funding from agreements such as PEPFAR that provides essential healthcare interventions over the past 20 years. If the bill is passed, the US administration would have to determine whether South Africa has undermined foreign policy and national security interests.
Meanwhile, a bipartisan group of senators has passed its own bill to renew AGOA until 2041. One of the new provisions that has emerged is that the US would allow African countries to have their status reviewed after 5 years of recognition as a high-income country. While Minister of International Relations, Naledi Pandor has been speaking to officials to prevent punitive measures to be taken, Pretoria believes that Washington may have as much to lose if this Bill is passed. Given both nations are hosting elections in the coming months, we unpack the implications of this review and the optics given that the AGOA Summit of 2023 presented signs of the two nations’ relations being on the mend.
Guest: Arina Muresan - Senior Researcher and Project Manager at the Institute of Global Dialogue
Guest:Prof. David Monyae - Associate Professor of Political Science and International Relations & Director for the Centre for Africa-China Studies (CACS) at the University of Johannesburg
Guest (studio):Leslie Dikeni - Author (Habitat and Struggle) & Urban Sociologist
Our next guest is making history as she forms part of the first cohort of independent candidates running in the 2024 National and Provincial Elections set to take place on 29 May 2024. Her campaign sets to address the gap that exists between government and the people. She seeks to abolish the tender system; fight corruption in the public service; address transformation in the workplace; strengthen the primary healthcare system; combat crime and gender-based violence; review social grants; redesign basic education curricula and build inclusive economic opportunities.
Guest: Anele Mda - Independent Candidate
We end the show by speaking to Hlanganisa Community Fund for Social and Gender Justice. Yesterday (Wed) as part of marking 30 years of the country’s freedom, they held an event aimed at addressing the problems around gender-based violence and women's rights. They refer to themselves as an innovative intermediary grant maker aimed at strengthening social accountability and promoting human rights in pursuit of social justice in Southern Africa.
Guest: Bongiwe Ndondo - Executive Director Hlanganisa Community Fund for Social and Gender Justice
Guest: Bongani Ndlovu - SEF Project Manager at Hlanganisa Community Fund for Social and gender Justice
This morning, Bryan is discussing why should working South Africans be concerned with equity markets moving up and down.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
In South Africa, 9.1 million young people are not in education, employment or training. Many of our listeners who have shared their reflections on freedom and the 30 year milestone, not being able to access economic opportunities means that they are unable to tangibly hold the fruits of freedom.
As we continue our series of discussions, we want to have a conversation surrounding the right to work, job creation and the dignity of a living wage. We further expand this discussion by unpacking if political parties have struck the balance in developing economic policies that will address the unemployment crisis. In many polls, unemployment has been highlighted as the top voting priority in the 2024 national and provincial elections
Guest: Duma Gqubule – Columnist and Independent economist
Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams - Project Lead at Youth Capital
Guest: Dominic Brown - Programme Manager: Economic Justice at the Alternative Information and Development Centre
As we continue our series of discussions on Freedom, one of our callers observed that we have not had a conversation surrounding how our sentiment around Freedom not being fulfilled has to do with our disillusionment with the implementation of Democracy as a vehicle to realize our rights and elevate the quality of life.
Guest: Prof. Louise Vincent - Professor of Political Studies at Rhodes University
Guest: Dr Oscar Van Heerden - Senior Research fellow at the Centre for Diplomacy and Leadership in the University of Johannesburg:
Guest: Professor Bheki Mngomezulu - Professor of Political Science & International Relations and Director of the Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy (CANRAD) at Nelson Mandela University
The problems at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme seem far from over. Last week Higher Education Minister Dr Blade Nzimande dissolved the board with immediate effect. But sadly, on the ground students and universities are battling to deal with the problem of funding as some of the funds have still not been released. Yesterday (Sunday), Dr Nzimande explained his reasons for dissolving the board sighting their mismanagement and the inability to implement some of the turnaround strategies.
Guest: Veli Mbele – Spokesperson for the Department of Higher Education
Our next guest hails from a lineage of rich musical heritage, being the niece of multi-instrumentalist and lead vocalist of Afro fusion band Harari, Selby Ntuli. She has blazed her own path being one of leading figures in a new generation of South African music that reflects crosscultural jazz. She is globally recognized for her work that is influenced in Spoken Word, Electronic and Jazz. She has worked alongside the likes of Steve Dyer, Carlos Nino, Benjamin Jephta, QB Smith, the Ndlovu Youth Choir, Thandiswa Mazwi, The Brother Moves On, Marcus Wyatt and many more.
She sees music as community care. She sees her work as not just a journey to find home within herself. Her music facilitates our access to our histories, presents and futures by creating in music literature the existence of language, experiences and space that speak to us.
Guest: Thandi Ntuli - Vocalist and Pianist
Today, we focus on the manifesto of the Inkatha Freedom Party which launched its 13-point plan last month in Durban. Since then, it has held its provincial manifesto launch in Ulundu, KZN this week. In their programme of action, the IFP seeks to end loadshedding and reassess the role of state-owned enterprises. The party seeks to prioritize citizens for employment as well as business opportunities. It seeks to address access to land by using Ingonyama Trust as a model. On social issues, the party has spent time to unpack social protection in the country by seeking to increase the social grants and expand food vouchers. The party has notably included a new group in social protection: graduates. The party will also seek to curb the cost of data and reduce the cost of access to information.
Guest: Hon. Velenkosini Hlabisa – President of Inkatha Freedom Front and Member of Parliament
A few months ago, we received a message from the Amagqunukwebe traditional community in the Eastern Cape. They fall under the Raymond Mhlaba Municipality. They sent us very heart-breaking pictures of school children crossing rivers where there are no bridges. Non-existing roads where cars are stuck in mud with community member having to pull or push them out. They have pleaded with the municipality and the Eastern Cape Transport Department to assist them, but nothing has come their way. Government on the other side claims to have sent earth moving vehicles to assist in developing roads, but community says that they did not do much.
Guest: Nomfundo Mpuntsha - Community members who have raised concerns on service delivery issues and petitioned provincial government
Guest: Asa Bacela -Community member of theAmagqunukwebe traditional community
Guest: Cllr Nomhle Sango – Mayor of the Raymond Mhlaba Municipality
We continue with our Freedom Month coverage, this time looking at the plight of persons with disabilities. What are their general views on the state of services to them and how would they describe how the needs of people living with disabilities are receiving attention 30 years into our democracy? Also seeing how the different political parties are campaigning, how important would they say their issues are in the order of importance when listening to what the political parties are selling.
Guest: Therina Wentzel – National Director at the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities
Guest: Ari Seirlis – Former CEO of the QuadPara Association of South Africa and member of the Presidential Working Group
Guest: Abongile Xhantini - Disability Consultant, Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging Expert and Founder of Holding Albus
Today on our Citizens Corner we talk to the IEC and their partnership with the Information Regulator. You may remember that the two institutions were in the news after the regulator received two security compromise notifications from the IEC following an unauthorised release of the confidential ANC and uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party’s candidate lists for the 2024 national and provincial elections.
Guest:Mfana Gwala - Commissioner at the Information Regulator
Guest:William Bird – Executive Director of Media Monitoring Africa
Yesterday, the Minister of Electricity provided the Nation with an update on the implementation of the Energy Action Plan. Some of key updates provided to the public, the Ministry shared its plans to finalize proposals with the National Transmission Company on the funding model for expanding the energy grid. The Ministry has also noted that aggressive planned maintenance which has led to 600 few hours of loadshedding between December 2023 and February 2024. The Ministry is also planning to onboard 2500 MW of power in the coming months.
Guest: Kgosientsho Ramokgopa – Minister of Electricity
This morning, Bryan is discussing the common mistakes that investors make and unpacking the myth that if you take on more risk in the short term, you will be rewarded with greater returns.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
According to the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA), South Africa has witnessed over 40,000 crimes impacting supply chains in the past year alone, based on data from the South African Police Service (SAPS). Criminal incidents considered in these cases not only happening at the ports but also on the road. These offenses include truck hijackings, cash-in-transit robberies to common robbery, burglaries, and stock theft. Items of significant value such as phones, electronic goods, and food and drink consistently feature in the top five list of stolen goods. South Africa has faced many challenges in ensuring the safety in the logistics industry in recent months.
Guest: Elvin Harris - President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport: South Africa
Guest: Gavin Kelly - CEO of the Road Freight Association
South Africa has 11 official languages and that linguistic diversity illustrates the social value of multilingualism as a cornerstone of our national identity. For example, we see it in how our leaders are polyglots for example, President Cyril Ramaphosa often reciting speeches in four or more languages. Sometimes, pronunciation can become a barrier in how we are understood and it plays itself out in how we learn new languages despite having full command of two or more languages. Our listeners often correct each other in the English language without realizing this.
Guest: Dr. Thandeka Mdlalo – Speech and Language Therapist
Last week, we kicked off a series of Freedom Month discussion on the journey towards 30 years of democracy. Many listeners reflected and shared the challenges of remaining optimistic, especially pinpointing their exclusion from the economy and the impact of perpetual landlessness. Some listeners have asked a question surrounding how we characterizes, measures and defines freedom at 30 years. In this discussion, we brought together three panelists who have only experienced this democracy and share their unique observations based on their experiences. We are joined by…
Guest: Darren Campher – Content Creator and Founder of DC Consulting
Guest: Lerato Mutsila – Journalist at Citizen Maverick
Guest: Tebelelo Lentsoane - activator and civic education coordinator
We close the week now with one of the country’s greatest base guitarists, Aus Tebza. She’s one of those who don’t need much of an introduction as she’s played for so many of our top musicians.
Guest(Studio): Aus Tebza (real name, Tebogo Sedumedi) – South African Singer and Bassist
Our next guest is a liberation movement with its roots in the Black consciousness movement and the work of Stephen Bantu Biko. AZAPO has called for One Azania, One Nation that is enshrined in human solidarity, dignity and economic prosperity as it launched their manifesto ahead of the 2024 national and provincial elections.
AZAPO has pointed out that despite 30 years of democracy in South Africa, black people still face poverty and landlessness. The party set out the following promises: (1) nationalize the Reserve Bank, (2) make the state the custodian to redistribute land, (3) remove guns from local communities, (4) abolish provincial governance structures and (5) address the jobs crisis.
Guest(Studio): Nelvis Qekema – President of AZAPO
Last week we focused on issues of a tribal dispute where people bought land from someone who was said to not be the rightful owner in an area called Mamahule in Limpopo. The issue brought to light many other issues pointing to what can go wrong and what the laws are around the purchasing of tribal land. So for today, we speak to the National House of Traditional and Khoi Leaders to get their take on the issue. What should we know when one wants to buy or sell tribal land? Who is allowed to buy or sell and what the public should know. Also what sort of challenges do they deal with when it comes to the land issue?
Guest: Kgosi Thabo Milton Seatlholo – Chairperson of theNational House of Traditional and Khoi Leaders
Cost of Living & if consumers can tighten the belts
Focus: The start of April has been heralded tariff hikes which took effect this week: petrol and energy. These increases will have an impact on the cost of living as inflation will take up the price of food. Further, major municipal metropolitans may increase rates and taxes. Given this backdrop, salaries remain stagnant with no real prospect of keeping up with inflation. In this discussion, we are looking at the difficulties thatlie ahead for consumers and what interventions need to be made to provide them much needed relief.
Guest: Mzwanele Ntshwanti - Economist and Academic at the Department of Economics at the University of South Africa
Guest: Matthew Parks – Acting Spokesperson and Parliamentary Coordinator at the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU)
Continuing our build-up to the elections with the IEC, today we are focusing on how the electoral body is safeguarding the integrity of the elections. Obviously in any election, many of the parties would want to get a significant amount of the vote and often it is the electoral body that will be scrutinised the most to make sure that the management of the system is accurate. In our country’s history, we’ve never had allegations of vote-rigging and to talk more on the issue, we are joined by….
Guest: Mosotho Moepya – Chairperson ofthe IEC
Yesterday (Tuesday) Judge Sulet Potterill delivered judgment in the urgent interdict application launched by National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula over her pending arrest. The judge said that it would not be competent for courts to interdict arrests as it would lead to the collapse of the criminal justice system. The Speaker sought the intervention of the court to prevent the state from effecting an arrest against her. However, Potterill says if the court were to grant such an order it would lead to the criminal justice system being controlled by suspects.
Guest: Benedict Phiri – Legal Analyst
Guest: Karam Singh - Executive Director at Corruption Watch
Brenda Gace joins today to talk about how to manage your Income needs in retirement especially under the current economic conditions…
Guest: Brendan Gace – Head of Anchor Capital Private Clients
The month of April this year is very special and significant for us as South Africans as it marks 30 years of the beginning of our democracy where black people voted for the first time in 1994. Unfortunately the atmosphere is no longer as exciting and vibrant due to how people feel on the ground. High unemployment, service delivery, access to good education and unfulfilled promises from the dawn of democracy. How then do we start this month with optimism and positivity to make the best of what our hard-earned democracy brought to our country?
Guest: Dr Mosibudi Mangena – Former Minister of Science and Technology and President of the Azanian People’s Organisation
Guest: Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya – Project lead at Indlulamithi South Africa Scenarios
Focus: One of South Africa’s internationally acclaimed musicians, Billy Monama got in touch with the producers of the show complaining what he says are injustices they face from the South African Music Rights Association over the issue of royalties. He goes on to say that they claim to sponsor shows, but never pay them for performances. Monama now joins us to tell us more.....
Guest: Billy Monama – Renowned South African guitarist, author and composer
Focus: Abdullah Ibrahim, South Africa’s most distinguished pianist, was born on 9 October 1934 in Cape Town. This year marks not only his 90th birthday but also the start of a world tour. Christine Lucia has studied Ibrahim’s work and published research articles about him and his work. She joins us this morning to share why writing and sharing about this music legend has been a great part of her life’s work…
Guest: Christine Lucia - Extraordinary Professor, Stellenbosch University (She’s now based in France)
Today’s Friday Wind Down comes with a twist, instead of an hour we are afforded 30 minutes this Easter Friday to get to know our guest better. We are easing into the weekend with one of South Africa’s prolific jazz musician, who cut his musical teeth within the jazz industry in Nyanga East Township, Cape Town, South Africa, where he was born and raised. He later moved to Johannesburg in 1995 Herbie where he developed a reputation as one of the most accomplished and in-demand electric and acoustic bass players in the country. This week saw him reissue his first album, African Time under his own label and will be part of this year’s edition of Jazz in the Lights music festival on 30 March (Saturday). Let’s wind down with him…
Guest: Herbie Tsoaeli – Jazz Musician
We are joined now from Australia by Dr Kathleen Smithers from the Charles Sturt University. She has penned an article criticising the tourists visiting schools in Zimbabwe. She finds that this is very disruptive and also because these tourists upload the pictures they take with learners without their permission. She goes on to say that the pictures also paint a very negative image of the African continent. She joins us now via zoom to share her thought
Guest(Australia): Dr Kathleen Smithers – Lecturer in Education in the Charles Sturt School of Education
Municipal Watch: Rural land dispute: Mamahule
Focus: On the 15th of March, we received a call from one of our listeners by the name Shadi who called in about her community in Mamahule being threatened with an eviction that was going to see their properties being demolished. She painted a very bleak picture that sounded very bad.
Guest: Ambrose Mogashoa – Representing Mamahule Community on Service Delivery
Guest: His Majesty Kgoshi Thato Kholofelo Matsaung I
Guest: Cllr Makoro John Mpe – Executive Mayor of Polokwane
As South Africa approaches the significant moment with the upcoming elections, it pushes us to question the relationship between religion and politics within the nation's current social landscape. The fusion of these two spheres has been a subject of debate, raising fundamental questions about governance, morality, and societal cohesion. Against the backdrop of South Africa's diverse religious landscape and its history of political struggle, exploring the compatibility of religion and politics becomes imperative in understanding the dynamics shaping this country's future by borrowing through the past.
Guest: Rev Mpho Molebatsi – Pastor at Global Theological Mission formely All Nations – Evangelical Missions of South Africa
Guest: Rev Thembelani Jantile – Senior Pastor at Mamelodi Baptist Church
This morning on our Citizen’s Corner we take a look at how election polls work. We often hear in the news how certain parties are doing as we build-up to an election or hoe a certain political party leader is doing as the race intensifies. But then, what are these polls and how do they work? How credible are they and what should we look at when reading them? Also how do they influence the voter?
Guest: Gabriel Makin - Associate at the Social Research Foundation
Guest: Terry Tselane - Executive Chairman of the Institute of Election Management Services in South Africa
Guest: Lulu White - Founder and CEO of Elections Consulting Agency of Africa
The latest Edelman SA Trust Barometer has revealed that South Africans trust their peers, technology and private business than the media and government. The research looks back to the past 24 years and which institution has been trusted the most including during the Covid-19 period. The report further highlights that in a year where half the global population can vote in new leaders, the acceptance of innovation is essential to the success of our society. While people agree that scientists are essential to the acceptance of innovation, many are concerned that politics has too much influence on science. This perception is contributing to the decline of trust in the institutions responsible for steering us through change and towards a more prosperous future.
Guest: Karena Crerar – CEO of Adelman Africa
Guest: Nicoli Koobanally – CEO of Mobile Applications Laboratory
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan will be dealing with all the questions he received of a similar nature. But remember that you are more than welcome to ask him any other questions that are financially related.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley; Associates (Pty) Limited
Focus: In commemoration of 30 years of democracy in South Africa, we take a closer look at the journey of women's rights since the end of apartheid. Join us as we examine the progress made, the challenges faced, and the current state of affairs regarding women's rights in the country. From the pivotal role of women in the struggle against apartheid to the ongoing efforts to address gender-based violence and promote women's empowerment, our panel of guests will provide insights and perspectives on the successes and shortcomings of the past 30 years. Together, we'll explore the intersectionality of gender, race, and class in shaping the experiences of women in post-apartheid South Africa and discuss strategies for achieving full gender equality and social justice in the years to come.
Guest: Dr Ayesha Omar – Political Analyst, Senior Lecturer in Political theory in the Department of Political Studies at Wits and currently the British Academy International Fellow (2023) at the Department of Politics and International Studies at SOAS University of London
Guest: Tswelopele Makoe - Gender Activist and MA (Ethics) Student at the Desmond Tutu Centre for Religion and Social Justice at UWC.
Guest: Gugu Nonjinje - Advocacy Specialist at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation
Often on our programmes many of you our listeners ask about the delay in investigating private sector corruption compared to government department. The reported suicide of former disgraced CEO of Steinhoff, Marcus Jooste has raised so many questions reminding us also of Bosasa CEO, Gavin Watson and mining magnate, Brett Kebble. The three of them died under a cloud of controversy with them being investigated by different bodies and implicated in activities. So this morning we thought to talk to a forensic expert about the difficulty of investigating the private sector and the complexities around that.
Guest: David Loxton – Financial Forensic Investigator
Last week Monday we had a discussion on racism in the workplace. This followed incidents of racism at the Curro independent school network with all sorts of allegations of racial name-calling. We then invited four guests to talk about solutions for dealing with racism in the workplace. We had Terry Oakley-Smith - MD of Diversi-T,Dr Joy Owen from the University of the Free State,Dr Shahieda Jansen - Clinical Psychologist and Tryphina Mopai - HR Specialist.
Guest: Hassen Lorgat – Social Justice Activist (Feels that our institutions are letting us down. Says under apartheid there was better unity for black advancement)
Guest: Rethabile Ratsomo - Anti racism programme manager at the Kathrada Foundation
Guest: Professor Roger Southall - Professor Emeritus in Sociology at the University of the Witwatersrand.
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition in partnership with the Industrial Development Corporation, the National Empowerment Fund and the Export Credit Insurance Corporation hosted the second Black Industrialists and Exporters Conference at the Sandton International Convention Centre on 20 March 2024. The objective of the Black Industrialists (BIs) Programme is to increase the participation of black South Africans in the ownership and control of productive enterprises in key sectors and value chains of the country’s economy.
Guest: Tshepo Ramodibe – Head of Corporate Affairs at the IDC
Makhosazana Masango, known as Azana, is a rising South African singer and songwriter. Azana first gained recognition for featuring on Sun-EL Musician's song "Uhuru" in 2019. Her debut album, "Ingoma," released in 2020, was highly successful and received critical acclaim. Azana's music is a blend of Afro-pop, soul, and R&B, with themes of love, spirituality, and personal growth. Despite her short career, she has been nominated for several awards in different categories, and her music continues to captivate audiences.
Guest: Azana,real nameMakhosazana Masango – Afro-pop musician
We continue our series where we bring you leaders of the various parties to talk about their manifestos and the changes they would like to bring should they win the 2024 elections. Earlier in the month of March, President of the Pan Africanist Congress Mzwanele Nyhontso delivered the party’s manifesto at the Orlando Communal Area in Soweto under the theme of going back to the beliefs of the party’s founder Robert Sobukwe to mark his centenary.
Guest(Studio):Mzwanele Nyhontso – President of the Pan Africanist Congress
Today we mark the Sharpeville Massacre, which is now called Human Rights Day under an election year that falls on the 30th year of our democracy.Sadly though the sentiment on the ground is very heart-breaking as many people don’t have water, proper housing, access to education and other basic rights enshrined in the constitution.Let’s remind ourselves of some of the problems South Africans are facing on the ground….
Guest: Professor Tinyiko Maluleke - TUT Vice Chancellor and political analyst
Guest: Prof Anthony Masha – Social realist, academic and an accidental writer on land matters associated with the Walter Sisulu University
Guest: Thamsanqa Malinga – Columnist and author of ‘Blame me on Apartheid and a ‘Dream Betrayed’
It’s that time on a Wednesday where we speak to the IEC about all things elections. Since we’ve started the series with the electoral body, we have been receiving questions still about the three ballots and how they are going to work. This week they’ve also been encouraging eligible voters who will not be at their voting stations on voting day, to make an application with them (IEC) to vote at any other station in the country. The window period for this Section 24A application ends on May 17th.
Guest: Masego Sheburi – Deputy CEO of the IEC
Sizwe Ntsaluba Gobodo Grant Thornton has published its 2024 Women In Business Report, which highlights gender diversity in senior management among the world's mid-market businesses, exposing barriers and identifying action for change, which just also happened to coincide with International Women's Day, which was commemorated on the 8th of March.
Guest: Dr Sylvia Sathekge - Chief Information Officer at the Sizwe Ntsaluba Gobodo Grant Thornton
Staying with women issues, this time in the workplace, let’s tell you now about an awareness initiative to remove menopause stigma in the workplace and why it’s important. Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) in partnership with Business Engage and Life Healthcare have partnered in what they say is an effort foster a workplace environment of empathy and support.
Guest: Colleen Larson - Chief Executive at Business Engage
This morning Bryan will be clearing up any confusion that he may have caused in last week’s programme on The Two Pot System. There is an opportunity for investors who may have never received the benefit of up to R550000 through either retrenchment or retirement. He now joins us in studio to explain….
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley; Associates (Pty) Limited
We end the show by speaking to Pranish Desai from Good Governance Africa. They have just released their Good Governance Index report for 2024 which provides a holistic overview of the state of local governance in the country. This time around, the report features several critical additions which he says includes the introduction of a scoring and ranking system for district municipalities, as well as a more forensic breakdown of municipal performance by province, and according to the treasury’s Municipal Infrastructure Investment Framework. T
Guest: Pranish Desai - Senior data analyst in the Governance Insights and Analytics Programme at Good Governance Africa
The University of the Western Cape has come up with an innovative way of giving first-hand life experience to their foundation phase teaching students. They go on to say that this is a way to expose the first-year students to the social background of their future learners, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds, while sensitising them to the complexity of the teaching profession.
Guest: Professor Rajendran Govender - Dean of Faculty of Education, University of the Western Cape
The past few weeks has seen incidents of racism play out at the Curro independent school network. There were allegations of an Indian teacher calling a learner a monkey while in another incident, a teacher called a fellow colleague also a monkey. Some of the incidents took place last year and this year. All the institution did was either suspend or dismiss the perpetrators. But is this good enough to just fire someone accused of racism? Is this institution handling the situation in a proper way? Also can racists be transformed?
Guest: Terry Oakley-Smith - MD of Diversi-T,
Guest: Dr Joy Owen - Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of the Free State
Guest: Dr Shahieda Jansen - Clinical Psychologist, she’s also UNISA Western Cape's Deputy Director for Academic & ICT Support Services
Guest: Tryphina Mopai - HR Specialist and Managing Director of Phahamang Human Capital Consulting
The Soil is a well-known acapella trio that was created in 2004 and is based in Soweto. The group includes singer/songwriter Theo "Songstress" Matshoba, the group has evolved under the direction of lead composer and founder Ntsika Fana Ngxanga and powerful beatboxer and founder Luphindo Ngxanga, displaying dynamic musical skill. The voyage of The Soil is an amazing fusion of spiritual depth and musical brilliance. After a seven-year break, they returned with the exquisitely designed and distinctive album "Reimagined," which highlights their growth and ability to work together, securing their position in the global music landscape.
Guest: Theo "Songstress" Matshoba
Guest: Ntsika Fana Ngxanga
Guest: Luphindo Ngxanga
2024 is not only marking 30 years of our democracy but also an election year. Parties have already started campaigning convincing voters to give them a chance to bring change to the country. This morning we speak to Vuyolwethu Zungula leader of The African Transformation Movement. The party was established in 2018, and currently has two seats in parliament, what is he hoping to do to convince the voter to give him a chance?
Guest: Vuyolwethu Zungula - The African Transformation Movement
We continue our series on understanding the workings of local government and what we as citizens need to understand about how municipalities are run. Today we focus on the roles and responsibilities of political appointees and those who deal with the administration. We often hear about politicians and how they fight in municipalities, but do we understand how it affects the administration of a municipality? T
Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Chief Group Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group – He is also a local government revenue and governance expert
South Africa has made international headlines as the champion of human rights when it took Israel to the International Court of Justice. Interestingly, next week Monday, the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development will convene a National Conference on Human Rights in South Africa. The theme they have chosen is: “Three Decades of Respect for and Promotion of Human Rights”’. Some of the major reflections they will focus on is on 30 years of the country’s transformation agenda and efforts towards promoting democracy, development and human rights and also our role on the international platform.
Guest: Doc Mashabane - Director-General in the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Last week we spoke to the UDM and AZAPO as they are part of the political parties that were taking the IEC to court over the list and signature policy. They also felt that the deadline for submission which was on the 8th of March was impossible to meet. So this morning we get a response from the IEC regarding this policy and also an update on the submissions and what happens next. Also in the news is the issue of the leaking of the candidate lists of the ANC and the MK party and how the electoral body handled it.
Guest: Moagisi Sibanda - General Manager: Civic & Democracy Education, Research & Knowledge Management
This coming weekend the KwaZulu government will be commemorating the 110th anniversary of King Dinuzulu ka-Cetswayo. He was imprisoned by the British government after being accused of mobilising traditional leaders to rebel against the government’s decision to impose a poll tax on black people. He was then exiled to the island of Saint Helena.
Guest: Prof Musa Xulu - Zulu Cultural Expert and Founder of iNdonsa Yesizwe
Bryan had many calls regarding The Two Pot System. There is an estimate that a million people will make use of this. SARS are expecting to collect well over 5 billion in tax.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley; Associates (Pty) Limited
As we build-up to the 2024 elections, we bring you the different opinions from thought leaders about how they view the road we are currently travelling. Lorenzo Davids, a social justice activist has written an interesting opinion where he says that the elections are playing out like a hostage-taking situation. He goes on to criticise haw political parties read out their manifestos in such a way that the poor voter does not really understand.
Guest: Lorenzo Davids –CEO of the Development Impact Fund
Guest: Prof Ntsikelelo Breakfast - Director of the Center for Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution, Nelson Mandela University
We wrap up our conversation around the state of our health department by talking to National Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla. One of the latest challenges he was facing recently is that of unemployed doctors. Last week he announced that his department has issued 270 appointment letters to unemployed doctors in the country. He said this while answering questions in parliament.
Guest: Dr Joe Phaahla – National Minister of Health
SAfm’s Drama Department hosted its Radio Drama Play Writing Competition with the aim of giving an opportunity for writers to create the theatre of the mind by sharing their authentic South African stories. The competition received over 300 submissions and the adjudicators have selected the TOP 10 writers! Dr. Jerry Mofokeng Wa Makhetha was the Head adjudicator of the competition and he joins us in studio to share with us his experience going through over 300 scripts and the great talent they came across from our South African writers.
Guest: Dr Jerry Mofokeng Wa Makhetha – South African actor
We speak now to Dr David Harrison who is CEO of the DG Murray Trust. As we build-up to the national and provincial elections to be held on the 29th of May, they are proposing new policies to bring real change to the country through their Change Ideas initiative which they say aligns with their organisation’s 10 opportunities, which play a significant role in breaking intergenerational cycles of poverty and helping our citizens escape the grip of inequality.
Guest: Dr David Harrison - Chief Executive Officer of DG Murray Trust
Shane Cooper soothes us into the weekend with his jazz sounds. Some in the industry describe him in so many different ways, from film and theatre music, to electronic and dance music. But then, how does he describe his music?
Guest: Shane Cooper is a bassist, composer and producer
International Women’s Day in the build industry
Guest: Dr Modjadji Malahlela - Head of Department in the Limpopo Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlents and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Kile Mteto - Deputy President of Women in Plumbing and Trades
The train is moving says Nomsa Masuku, who is commissioner at the IEC’s. She goes on to say that “Anyone who is preparing to contest the elections should know that once an election date is proclaimed, the train starts moving because we have an election timetable. The context is that parties have until this coming Friday the 8th of March to submit their lists of candidates and also get signatures. Some of them are very unhappy with these rules.
Guest: Jabu Rakwena – Spokesperson for the Azanian People’s Organization, AZAPO
Guest: Yongama Zigebe – General Secretary of the United Democratic Front
Friday the 8th of March will mark International Women’s Day with the UN’s division saying that investing in women is the best solution to face the growing crisis. They go on to say that as conflict, climate change and polarizing societies are eroding decades of progress in gender equality. To tell us more on this and also how would they describe the current state of inequality among women in 2024 especially in a country like ours
Guest: Agnes Phiri – Partnerships Specialist at UN Women South Africa’s Multi-Country Office
Usually every last Tuesday of the month Bryan deals with all questions you have sent to him of a similar nature, but unfortunately due to an outside broadcast we had, he could not deal with that segment.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley; Associates (Pty) Limited
Finance MEC Jacob Mamabolo has just finished delivering his 2024 Gauteng Budget which focused on economic growth, job creation, and enhancing living standards in underprivileged areas. Mamabolo joins us to talk about some of the reasons behind his allocations to the different departments and also the state of finance in the Gauteng Province and some of his achievements seeing that this is his last Budget Speech under the current administration
Guest: Jacob Mamabolo – Gauteng MEC for Finance
Last week Monday we focused on the state of our health sector and NHI being sold as the perfect solution to turn things around. The guests we had on the programme were very critical of the NHI as they feel it is not the solution. Let’s give you a snippet of how the conversation went. We had Professor Alex Van Den Heever – from the Wits School of Governance, Louis Boshoff from AfriForum, Matthew Parks from Cosatu and Baxolisile Mali from Nehawu….
Guest: Dr Nicolas Crisp - Deputy Director General for National Health Insurance, Department of Health
There has been mixed reaction to the announcement of the new National Minimum Wage which was announced by Employment and Labour Minister, Thulas Nxesi. The new figures which started on the 1st of March 2024 will go from R25.42 to R27.58. Some unions feel it won’t make a difference, while others feel it’s just too little. Most of the time those who are affected the most are domestic workers.
Guest: Pinky Mashiane - Founder of the United Domestic Workers of South Africa
Guest: Aggy Moiloa – Inspector General in theDepartment of Employment and Labour
2024 is not only marking 30 years of our democracy but also an election year. Parties have already started campaigning convincing voters to give them a chance to bring change to the country. This morning we speak to veteran politician, Themba Godi, leader of the African People’s Convention, APC. He is no stranger as he was Chair of Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts, Scopa. His party didn’t do well in the last elections and this time around, what is he hoping to do to convince the voter to give him a chance?
Guest: Themba Godi – Leader of the African People’s Convention
We ease into the weekend with a young RnB/ Soul musician who hails from Nelspruit Mpumalanga. Her passion for music grew after graduating high school and began a YouTube page where she was singing covers. She then began to make music of her own. She is currently a graduate with a Higher Certificate in Performing Arts and Bachelor’s in Motion Picture majoring in Film Directing and Producing. Mary – Jane is also the co-founder of UPPERROOM, which is a live event that aims to unite the young and upcoming talented musicians with the well-known and established musicians.
Guest: Mary Jane – Soul/ RnB musician
Tomorrow (Thursday the 29th) is Rare Disease Day which is used to raise awareness for rare diseases and to improve access to treatment and medical representation for individuals with rare diseases and their families. According to the medical fraternity, there are 7,000 identified rare diseases to date, with some widely recognized by name, such as cystic fibrosis, hemophilia and sickle cell, while others are less known, such as cat eye syndrome. In a country like ours, this must be very heart-breaking as we are an unequal society, what happens then if you are poor and your child need special treatment knowing how expensive it can get?
Guest: Bada Pharasi - CEO of the Innovative Pharmaceutical Association of South Africa
Guest: Mahlatse Mashala - Living with Neurofibromatosis
This past Monday the Electoral Commission briefed the media at its headquarters in Centurion, where it outlined milestones related to the 2024 national and provincial elections. The IEC says political parties have been given adequate time to comply with the signature requirements to contest the elections. The elections timetable follows the gazetting of the 29th of May as the date for the polls. The Commission says the timetable, published on the 24th of February, was drafted in consultation with registered political parties and relates to the cut-off dates and times of key activities for registered citizens and election contestants.
Guest: Sy Mamabolo – Chief Electoral Officer
Guest: Thabo Meeko. Free State MEC Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism & Environmental Affairs (DESTEA)
Guest: Phindile Kunene - Programme manager for democracy and political culture at Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung
Guest: Bongani Matomela - Manager for governance at the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in South Africa
Guest: Lance Joel – Chief Operating Officer of The South African Local Government Association (SALGA)
Last week in his Budget Speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana allocated R848-billion for the health sector with R1-billion going to the National Health Insurance. Earlier in the week, Western Cape Premier described the impact budget cuts are having in the operation of hospital in his province as catastrophic. Doctors at Grooteschuur are said to work under pressure as many vacancies are not filled.
Guest: Professor Alex Van Den Heever – Adjunct Professor at the Wits School of Governance
Guest: Louis Boshoff-Campaign Officer for health at AfriForum
Guest: Matthew Parks – Cosatu’s acting spokesperson
Guest: Baxolisile Mali –Provincial secretary for the National Education, Health and Allied Workers Union, NEHAWU in the Western Cape
We end the show by speaking about Community Development Practitioners and the work they do. This sector has proven to be very critical in many townships and rural areas as many communities depend on it which has led to some practicing without qualifications. Government through the Department of Social Development and the Health and Welfare Sector Education Training Authority have come up with a way of professionalising the sector.
Guest: Lydia Maredi – Deputy Director for Policy Development in the Department of Social Development
Guest: Baakedi Motubatse – Executive Manager for Education and Training Quality Assurance at the Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority
It’s that time of the week when we get to unwind and ease into the weekend with a musical treat. Today we bring you a seasoned jazz maestro, to get a text of his latest offering. The multi-award-winning singer and guitarist Selaelo Selota has recently released his new offering, titled Pelong. This album follows Colours of the Rainbow, which was released in 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown. His latest album Pelong comes 24 years after he began his solo career, which is Pelong loosely translates as “In the heart”, the album boasts nine songs that are inspired by the journey of life.
Guest: Selaelo Selota - Musician, Composer, Producer, Teacher and Storyteller
2024 is not only marking 30 years of our democracy but also an election year. Parties have already started campaigning convincing voters to give them a chance to bring change to the country. So this morning we speak to the UDM to give you a chance as our listener to engage with him especially now that they have launched their manifesto.
Guest: Yongama Zigebe, the Secretary-General of the United Democratic Movement
The importance of the public's access to justice is a constitutional right. Especially with the new units that are attached to this particular building. Let's hear now from the Justice Department as to how the new courts/units will help to guarantee justice to the ordinary person on the ground....
Guest: Ronal Lamola - Minister of Justice, Correctional Services and Constitutional Development
We are coming to you live this morning from PortShepstone where the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development together with Public Works are handing over and opening a multi-millon-rand state of the art Magistrates Court. Public Works is responsible for the infrastructure and saw it fit to invest in security and technology for the benefit of the ordinary South African. The building also houses specialised unites that are of great need to the communities. To tell us more on this and the thinking behind the development, we are joined by....
Guest: Sihle Zikalala - Minister for Public Works
We continue our series with the IEC looking at the different aspects of this year’s election processes. The aim is to get you to understand what you can expect when going to the polls and what new things you will be experiencing. So we will focus on the Voter Portal and also how the candidate nomination process is going to work. Also what role you as a member of the public will be playing.
Guest: James Aphane –Electoral Operations Manager at the IEC
As we all await to hear what Finance Minister Enoch Godongwane will be saying this afternoon, we thought to talk about what a people’s budget would be? Can the budget meet the concerns of the people on the ground? As a citizen, what would you like to see coming out of the Minister’s pans?
Guest: Tony Ehrenreich – Representing Cosatu at the People’s Budget Coalition
Guest: Andile Zulu – Member of the Budget Justice Coalition
Two weeks ago, we dealt with ways to save for retirement by using a retirement annuity and a tax-free savings. Many have taken advantage by making contributions to a retirement annuity in February and for this reason as they are near retirement, they are receiving letters from insurers informing them that their policy has matured.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley; Associates (Pty) Limited
Last night, when delivering his second State of the Province Address, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi spoke at length about how he's dealing with the issue of crime in the province. What was surprising the most is how little he said when talking about gender-based violence. All he said is how he will equip police with extra cars. Something he did mention last year.
Guest: Phinah Kodisang – Chief Executive Officer of Soul City
Guest: Estelle Otto – Policy Developer on GBV in the Gauteng Department of Social Development
Guest: Thembelihle Madi – Senior Trainer on GBV at Sonke Gender Justice
As we build-up to the upcoming elections, we continue to bring you discussions related to the polls. Patrick Kulati who is CEO of Good Governance Africa’s Southern Africa Regional Office recently penned a piece likening election campaigns to watering hole for politicians seeking to attract voters. Last week, we spoke about how we as citizens don’t hold them accountable.
Guest: Patrick Kulati - Chief Executive Officer of Good Governance Africa’s (GGA) Southern Africa Regional Office
Last week, we received a call from Malindi, a student at City Varsity in Braamfontein. She called in to tell us that the institution gave them notice that it is closing down. Her frustration was that they were given too short notice of the situation which creates a headache for her and the other students.
Guest: Dr Shaheeda Essack -Director: for Private Higher Education Institutions in the Department of Higher Education, Science and Innovation
Guest: Dr Whitfield Green - Chief Executive Officer of the Council on Higher Education
Our featured artist today is Denga 'Kingdmusic' Takalani’. He is categorised as a gospel artist and has recently released a new single, Kundi, a shortened word Mukundi, meaning conqueror in TshiVenda.
Guest: Denga 'Kingdmusic' Takalani - Multi-talented SAMA award-winning artist, songwriter, worship leader, and record producer
February is Black History Month mostly celebrated in the USA by Pan Africanists. The month is gaining momentum also on the African continent as it is used by Americans to remember the cross-Atlantic slave trade that took place more than 400 years ago. In light of this, we thought to talk about the importance of reviving our history in the South African context and also ask how it can be used to build a nation?
Guest: Menzi Maseko - Afrikan history teacher
Guest: Dr ZulumathaboZulu - African Historian
West African regional bloc ECOWAS is pleading with the three junta-led Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali to reconsider their decision to quit the political and economic alliance. Some commentators believe that this will not only affect the region’s economy, but also democracy. The three leaders say that the West African body has fallen under the influence of foreign powers, therefore “betraying its founding principles”. Just how much power do these three countries hold and could they really bring down the region as analysts believe?
Guest: Nixon Kathembo -African Affairs analyst and Channel Africa Producer
We continue our series with Miyelani Holeni who is an expert in local government. With this series, we are trying to understanding the various aspects of local government. It is the engine room of the economy, but yet it is such a complex space and appears to be structured in a way that appears to be equally complex. Where did it all start? Is it something that was introduced under the democratic regime or has it always been like this?
Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Chief Group Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group – He is also a local government revenue and governance expert
On our Citizens corner this morning we continue talking the IEC about our electoral system and the new things it is bringing for this year’s elections. They just finished their last leg of voter registration. So much to talk about as also for the first time we will be using three ballot papers to vote as this time around we also have independent candidates taking part.
Guest: Mmakgabo Ramatlhodi – Assistant Manager for Civic and Democracy Education at the IEC
Often when we hear about the closure of mines, the first thing that comes to mind is the loss of jobs. One thing we don’t think about is the impact it has on the surrounding communities that are dependent on those mines economically. A recent study conducted by Dr Megan Cole and funded by the Water Research Commission hound that more than 6-million people are directly affected by these closures. The research also calls on both government and these companies to think about the social impact before closing the mines.
Guest: Dr Megan Cole – Research Fellow at the University of Cape Town
Guest: Bizzah Motubatse – Regional Chairperson of the National Union of Mineworkers in the Highveld
Today being World Radio Day, we dedicate this hour to speaking about our medium of broadcasting. To mark the occasion, Wits Centre for Journalism and SABC Radio are using the opportunity to launch the annual State of the Newsroomreport. The chapter we are focusing on this morning is that of radio being in the public interest and the credibility of that helping sustain the reputation of radio stations, guaranteeing audiences to feel free and exercise their democracy.
Guest: Adv Robin Selwal -Director at RadioCracy
Guest: Florence Kikine – Head of Advertising Media Strategy at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)
We continue with the theme of the day of celebrating the medium we use to convene and exchange ideas. In celebrating our chosen medium for public discourse, we take a moment to focus on indigenous language radio stations and discuss their role in promoting conversations, cultural preservation, and expression. These station’s role extends beyond mere broadcasting as they are often seen as to serve as pillars of identity and community cohesion. We take a look at the role and power of an indigenous language radio station with a scholar, and we ask a veteran radio broadcaster about his views and experience of broadcasting in his native language. We ask as does broadcasting in one's native tongue enhance self-expression?
Guest: Prof Gilbert Motsaathebe- Professor attached to the Indigenous Language Media in Africa research entity at the North-West University and Co – author of 100 years of radio in South Africa: Volume 1
Guest: Modisane Modise – Veteran radio presenter with Motsweding Fm (43 years in the game, and has broadcasted in English with former BOP radio)
As political parties are busy campaigning for the upcoming election and launching their manifestos, we use this opportunity this morning to talk about issues of accountability. Through their manifestos, they outline their plans and promises to citizens as what they will bring should they be voted in power. But as we all know, once in power, they simply forget. Yes, some of them may not be in the driving seat, but may end up in parliament. How then do we as voters and citizens hold them accountable for all the things they promised? Do we only focus on the party that is running the country and pardon the ones that are sitting in parliament?
Guest: Trevor Hlungwani – Journalist and Sicio-Politics Scholar
Guest: Zodwa Madiba – Organiser of the Soweto Crisis Committee
Guest: Qaanitah Hunter – Co-author of the new book, ‘Who Will Rule SA?
As you may have heard since last year that 81% of Grade 4 learners in the country can’t read for meaning. Very worrying statistic that should get all of us concerned. Well, this morning we speak to Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Nquka, who is convening the annual 2030 Reading Panel initiative of which she is the chairperson. She brings together respected South African leaders to ponder on the issue and see how they can change things to make sure that all children can read by 2030.
Guest: Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Nquka – Chair of the 2030 Reading Panel
As President Cyril Ramaphosa gives his last State of Nation Address for current administration, we use tis opportunity to discuss his five year review report titled 'Leave no one behind'
Guest: Thokozile Madonko, Researcher managing public Economy Project Of the Southern Centre for inequalities at Wits University
Guest: Mpumelelo Mkhabela, Political analyst, Journalist and columnist at News24
Guest: Dr Levi Ndou, Political analyst based at Tshwane University of Technology
Tomorrow (Thursday) President Cyril Ramaphosa will be delivering his State of the Nation Address under new joint rules. Yesterday (Wed) National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula announced that Parliament has introduced a set of new joint rules designed to regulate proceedings during the joint seating of the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces. Mapisa-Nqakula briefed the media on the state of readiness ahead of the address. In the past, proceedings faced a lot of disruptions and delays descending into chaos.
Guest: Lechesa Tsenoli – Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly
Over the years we’ve been having discussing the on-going problem of teenage pregnancy in the country. The ages are getting younger and younger with many people pointing the finger at older men for sleeping with these children resulting in statutory rape. But then on the other hand there’s also young children experimenting with each other. Calls are also being made for medical staff to be held responsible for not reporting these births. Parents also don’t know any more as they also claim to do the best they can to raise their children well. Sex education is another issue raised with schools being blamed.
Guest: Ngaa Murombezi – Children’s Rights Activist
Guest: Nthabiseng Ramothwala –Counseling Psychologist
Guest: Siyanda Magayana - Senior officer at the Gender Equality and Anti-discrimination office at the University of Free State
Last week we received an anonymous call telling us about a shortage of books at some of the schools in Seshego, a township in Limpopo. He says that in some cases in Zone 1 where he stays the books were not delivered at all. These are no-fee school he was talking about.
Guest: Matthew Mhlongo –Deputy Director General Responsible for Governance in The Department Of Education in Limpopo Province
With the end of the tax year looming, this morning Bryan will be discussing ways of saving for retirement and saving some tax. He will also be discussing tax free savings and over the next few weeks he is going to revisit retirement planning in relation to where you are, the future build up and ultimately retirement.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley; Associates (Pty) Limited
The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) says that South Africans showed enthusiasm on the first day of the national registration weekend. The IEC reported that registration got off seamlessly with over 99% of stations operational within minutes of the commencement time of 8 am.
Guest: Boichoko Ditlake - Programmes Manager at Kagiso Trust
Guest: Tebelelo Lentsoane – Coordinator of the#WeAreVoting campaign
Guest: Tebogo Suping - Executive Director at Activate and campaign coordinator for #WeAreVoting
Last week we received a called from a very disappointed resident of the North West Province about the state of the public buses. He spoke how dilapidated they are and just how uncaring the local government there does not care. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say...
Guest: Dr Hans Kekana – Head of Department in the North West Department of Transports
As we mark 30 years of democracy, we will be taking this opportunity to reflect on the challenges, progress and developments of our country concerning growth and developments. Our guest is someone with many years of international experience in selling our country as a preferred destination for tourism and investment. Among his accolades is being appointed as Chief of State Protocol at the Department of International Relations. In the Department of Tourism he was part of the team leading South Africa’s bid of hosting the 2010 FiFA Soccer World Cup.
Guest: Dr Kingsley Makhubela - Conflict Resolution Expert, Board Member of the Centre for Mediation at the University of Pretoria University of Pretoria, Non-Executive Board Member at Liliesleaf Trust
It’s that time of the week, when we get to kick off our shoes, lay back, and ease into the weekend. We wind down this Friday with Afro-soul and R&B singer Wanda Baloyi as we catch up with what she’s up to with her music, and other projects (fashion designing). The Afro-soul and R&B singer, DJ, and musician from Mozambique descent, inherited her musical talent from her father, Jaco Maria, the lead singer of the popular 80s band Ozila.
Guest: Wanda Baloyi - Afro-soul and R&B singer, DJ, and musician
This morning for our Voting Hour feature we talk about what influences the South African voter, is it the heart or the mind.
Guest: Professor Sethulego Matebesi – Political Analyst based at the University of the Free State
Guest: Nkululeko Tselane – Legal Director at the Institute of the Election Management Services in Africa
Guest: Dr Saths Cooper – President of the International Union of Psychological Science and the Pan-African Psychology Union
As communities around the country are taking to the streets in protest of water shortages and other service delivery problems, ANC NEC member and Deputy Minister for Water and Sanitation said that they are on top of their game in dealing with the problems also insisting that many residents have access to water. He was speaking yesterday (Tuesday) at the ANC’s NEC Lekgotla. Parks Tau on the other hand said that they are confident that the interventions to mitigate loadshedding will soon bear fruit. But for South Africans on the ground, the grim reality is that they are battling with basic service delivery thanks to poorly run municipalities.
Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Chief Group Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group – He is also a local government revenue and governance expert
Mnqobi Yazo takes us to the weekend as we wind down the hectic week that was.
Guest: Mnqobi Yazo (real name: Mnqobi Ndunakazi) – South African house music producer, singer, actor, and also a scriptwriter
The story of Thabi Leoka allegedly misrepresenting her qualifications has reopened the lid on the country’s history of similar cases involving high profile people. The list is too long, but we’ve managed to dig into the archives to find out what some of them had to say when defending allegations of misrepresenting their qualifications.
Guest: Cynthia Schoeman - Managing Director of Ethics Monitoring & Management Services Proprietary Ltd.
Guest: Osborne Molatudi –Founder of Molatudi Attorneys and Employment & Labour Law Expert
Guest: Thembi Khowane - Talent Management Officer
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Brendan will deal with all the questions of a similar nature you have sent to him.
Guest: Brendan Gace – Head of Anchor Capital Private Clients
One of the steps that the Human Rights Commission proposes to prevent a recurrence of the 2021 unrest, is a call on all South Africans to sign a pledge to take part in a programme called Social Harmony through National Effort. It involves steps by ordinary people within our communities and the work place, in our daily encounters to foster discussion and understanding of each other. This brings us to the question of national unity. How could so many people unite in doing wrong by destroying businesses and infrastructure?
Guest: Leeto Nthoba – Social commentator
Guest: Rev Thembelani Jantile – Theologian
Last week Thursday Nelson Chamisa who is leader of the Citizens for Coalition Change decided to quit the opposition party with immediate effect. He said that Zimbabwe is facing a hostile political environment and that majority of people are leaving the country. However, he says that his focus will remain in Zimbabwe and honouring its citizens. Chamisa took part in last year's elections where incumbent President Emmerson Mnangagwa won the controversial polls. What then does all of this mean for opposition politics in that country? To discuss this, we are joined by….
Guest: Ernest Chinyuke – Nelson Chamisa’s spokesperson in South Africa
Guest: Dr Ross Harvey – Director of Research and Programmes at Good Governance Africa
Guest(Zim): Rejoice Ngwenya – Independent Political Analyst based in Zimbabwe
We end-off the show by talking about the story of Queen Nandi, mother of legendary King Shaka Zulu. Nandi the Musical by Edmund Mhlongo has just wrapped up at Soweto Theatre and going back to KZN. So many of us know very little about Queen Nandi herself except what we’ve seen on the Shaka Zulu movie. Why did the director decide to focus on Nandi specifically? To tell us more on this, we are joined in studio by….
Guest(Studio): Ntokozo Ngcobo – Plays the role of Queen Nandi
Guest(Studio): Edmund Mhlongo – Playwright and musical director of Nandi the Musical
Guest(Studio): Zawadi Yamungu –Lead vocalist
Since late last week, the media has been abuzz with reports of petrol stations selling contaminated diesel. This follows an investigation by Energy Department which found that 70 filling stations across the country were selling contaminated diesel which they mixed with illuminating paraffin. Sadly though is that so many cars are probably damaged costing millions of rands to those who may have fallen victim to the scam.
Guest: Reggie Sibiya – CEO of the Fuel Retailers Association
Guest: Robert Maake – Director of Fuel Pricing at the Department of Mineral Resources
In an effort to curb youth unemployment, yesterday (Wed) Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi called on employers to register their vacancies and training opportunities on the department’s website. Addressing a two-day Jobs Fair in Botshabelo, the Minister went on to say that they are willing and ready to assist employers for free to avoid costs charged by labour brokers. As good as it sounds, what about issues of access to data seeing how many people are unemployed? How practical is this under the current state of economy? To explain this further, we are joined by....
Guest: Sam Morotoba – Deputy Director General in the Department of Employment and Labour
As we continue our series on understanding our voting system, today we thought to get an understanding on what the Electoral Amendment Act means for independent candidates. Last week we heard from the IEC that in this year’s elections we will be provided with three ballot papers. The one will be for national, the other for provincial while the other will have the faces of independent candidates. So to get their perspective on this and what we as voters should know, we are joined by....
Guest: DrMichael Louis – Chairperson of the Independent Candidate Association of South Africa
Guest: Terry Tselane – Former IEC Deputy Chairperson
Yesterday (Tuesday) Minister of Higher Education and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande called on institutions of higher learning to allow students funded by NSFAS with outstanding payments to register. Dr Nzimande was speaking during a press briefing around the readiness of the scheme for the 2024 intake. As you’ve heard in the news since last year how more than 20 thousand students did not receive their allowances for 2023 and the frustration they had to go.
NSFAS representatives have been on the show a couple of times assuring us that they are dealing with the issue.
Guest: Buti Manamela – Deputy Minister forHigher Education and Innovation
The South Africa’s delegation to the World Economic Forum in Davos says that it used the platform to meaningfully engage investors, civil society, businesses and governments. They go on to say that they also drove home the message that the country remains a top destination for growth and investment. The team was led by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana and made up of ministers and business. So to tell us more on what it is they took there and just how they sold the country to potential investors…
Guest: Luvuyo Rani -CEO/ Co-Founder Silulo Ulutho Technologies (attended the meeting)
This morning we take a look at some of the benefits of saving through stokvels. Recently we have seen how stokvels are transforming to not just be about saving money, but also used as a method to buy property, livestock and other investments. So we thought to get an understanding of some of the benefits they bring and whether they really are a good alternative to conventional banking? Also how do you know if it is a genuine scheme and what should we watch-out for should we want to take advantage? To educate us on this, we are joined in studio by…..
Guest(Studio): Andrew Lukhele - Chairman of the National Association of Stockvels in South Africa
While the world is waiting to hear how the International Court of Justice in the Hague is going to rule in the matter between South Africa and Israel over the war in Gaza, this morning we revisit the subject of what constitutes genocide according to ICJ. Our guests had done some research looking at how the ICJ interpreted past genocide cases and what it may mean for future cases. Six western countries are said to have filed a joint application before the court putting up their arguments for an ample and expansive understanding of constitutes genocide. Let’s take a listen to a snippet from the South Africa vs Israel matter at the ICJ on the issue of genocide…
But then, what exactly makes the definition of genocide so difficult especially at international level and where exactly did the technicality start? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined by….
Guest(Denmark): Line Engbo Gissel - Associate Professor, Global Political Sociology, Roskilde University
Guest(Denmark): Kerstin Bree Carlson - Associate Professor International Law, Roskilde University
Last week we received a call from Brenda in Springbok in the Northern Cape talking about her frustration regarding schools in that part of the world using Afrikaans as a medium of instruction. She and the other parents approached the different authorities seeking a solution to the problem, but got no help for a few years now.
To get to the bottom of this issue and an understanding of why it’s so difficult to solve this problem, and also how a country like South Africa can find a workable solution and balancing the languages, we are joined by…
Guest: Sean Baker - Deputy Chairperson of the Parents Movement (This is the body representing Brenda and the other parents)
Guest: James Ndlebe – Chief Director: Planning and Monitoring Support in the Department of Basic Education (He has been dealing with this issue directly from the department of Basic Education)
Guest: Prof Thabo Ditsele - Associate Professor of Sociolinguistics and Linguistic Anthropology and an NRF-rated researcher at Tshwane University of Technology
Yallunder is our chosen artist ushering us to the weekend. She is described as an African soul artist and won her first SAMA award last year. Who is she and where did it all start for her? She now joins us to give us a glimpse of her journey....
Guest: Yallunder (real name: Yolanda Nyembezi) - African soul artist
While Umalusi, the national education quality assurance body, has approved the release of the results, the CEO has expressed ongoing concerns regarding instances of group copying, counterfeit certificates, fraudulent activities, and errors in question paper printing. The matric exams administered by the Department of Basic Education (DBE) saw over 890,000 full-time and part-time candidates in the latter part of 2023. Today, the results for the 2023 independent examination boards were released, and we will now get reactions from various Independent Schools' representative bodies to share how the academic curriculum works within the private school sector To also share their experience of writing the final year exams are some of the students who sat for the 2023 matric exams…
Guest: Keith Maseko – CEO of South African Comprehensive Assessment Institute (SACAI)
Guest: William Bester – Chairperson of National Alliance of Independent Schools Associations (NAISA)
Guest: Lebogang Montjane – Executive Director at Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa (ISASA)
In recent days we’ve received a concerning number of calls regarding the state of road user safety in the Eastern Cape, in particular around the Umtata to Lusikisiki road in regards to the state of the road and the disregard by drivers for the rules of the road. The calls highlighted the dismal state of the state of the road infrastructure in the entire province of the Eastern Cape, and how some drivers seem to not care to adhere to the road rules. We taking a moment this morning to understand from the provincial department of transport on their plans in addressing these road infrastructure and safety concerns…
Guest: Mvuyisi Goxa – Director – IN HOUSE: Department of Roads and Transport, Eastern Cape Provincial Government
In a country where the democratic process plays a pivotal role in shaping the future, understanding the ABCs of voter education is significant and critical. This morning, we are going to have a conversation in which we hope to educate and answer some of the questions you might have about how voting works and the importance of informed voting within the unique context of South Africa's political landscape. In this conversation, we wish to delve into the importance of empowering the electorate with the knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of our democratic election system. This conversation hopes to provides everyone legible to vote with basic information about participating in elections. The focus is on how to vote rather than who to vote for.
Guest: Moagisi Sibanda - General Manager: Civic & Democracy Education, Research & Knowledge Managementthe Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa
As the new year begins, many of us are motivated to pursue improved health and well-being when we consider the past year and consider the prospects of the one to come by our desire for good change. Dieting as a New Year's resolutions has evolved into a metaphor for a self-improvement movement, with individuals setting out to change their behaviours, fuel their bodies, and adopt a lifestyle that promotes health and longevity. As part of this group effort to become healthier, people aim to rethink how they relate to food and lay the groundwork for a year full of healthful decisions and better general health. However, some of these dieting methods we employ can be dangerous and detrimental to our well-being. This morning we take a moment to speak on healthy ways to diet, the dangers of pills and/or other unconventional diet methods, and the role of supplements in enhancing our dietary intake…
Guest: Betty Mohlala – Registered Dietician and Community Nutrition Lecturer at University of Pretoria
As we begin another year, characterised by the upcoming elections, it’s equally important to reflect and have a conversation unpacking the significant and monumental judiciary events of the year 2024 by delving into the legal landscape of South Africa by looking at the judicial calendar. These events hold particular significance, especially in light of the year we are in, in our 30 years of a democratic sovereign state as South Africa. What do these judicial events mean and why does it matter to us as citizens?...
Guest: Mbekezeli Benjamin – Research and Advocay Officer Judges Matter
Bryan Hirsch joins us yet again for another informative financial session. Ever wondered about the key ingredients that make up a solid financial plan? Well, today Bryan takes us through that, sharing the key nuggets of the secrets to a successful financial blueprint. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just dipping your toes into the world of finance, stay tuned for valuable insights on crafting a plan that works and serves you best.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley; Associates (Pty) Limited (Radio line: 011 880 4888)
Let’s turn our focus now to the Human Rights Watch World Report for 2023 which does not paint a good picture for southern Africa.The report has revealed that the region is sliding backwards when it comes to democratic processes. Abductions, torture and silencing of opposition political activists still takes place in some of the SADC countries. The concern for South Africa is anti-immigrant sentiments and xenophobia in the lead-up to the 2024 elections. To tell us more on the report and also which countries in particular are sliding down, we are joined by…..
Guest(Zoom): Allan Ngari - Africa advocacy director at Human Rights Watch
Last week Wednesday we received a call from Solly in the Sekhukhune area talking about how schools in that part of the world are requiring money for all sorts of things. The other issue that seems to be confusing to many parents in these schools is that of principals withholding school reports for learners who did not pay for school fees. Let’s take a listen to some of the complaints we’ve received on this issue…..
Guest: James Ndlebe – Chief Director: Planning and Monitoring Support in the Department of Basic Education
Guest: Hendrick Makaneta - Education Activist and Director of Foundation for Education and Social Justice Africa
Guest: Matakanye Matakanya - National Association of School Governing Bodies
Yesterday saw day 1 of South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice where Pretoria accused Tel Aviv of carrying out a genocide in Gaza and demanded that the U.N.'s top court order an emergency suspension of Israel's devastating military campaign. South Africa went on to say that Israel's offensive, which reportedly killed more than 23,000 people aimed to bring about "the destruction of the population" of Gaza.
Guest: Tshedi Setai -Founder and Managing Director at Mmutla Communications
Guest (UK): Jonathan Turner – Chief Executive of UK Lawyers for Israel
Guest: Charmika Wijasundara - Senior Law Lecturer at Wits Law School
Guest: Prof Cathy Powel – Professor of International Relations at UCT
Political parties in the country have started campaigning making all sorts of promises to voters about the things they will fix should they be given a chance to govern. This is nothing new as we’ve heard all sorts of rhetoric that accompany campaign trails
But then, how should we as voters interpret some of the political rhetoric spewed out by politicians which is sometimes very dangerous? Where do we draw the line in what they say and is it fair that they get away with it often leaving their supporters with nothing at the end? To help us navigate through this issue, we are joined by....
Guest: Sikelelwa Dlanga – Political Communication analyst
Guest: Makhudu Sefara - Sunday Times deputy editor
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month and we thought to use this opportunity to talk about eye health. Glaucoma is said to be the third largest cause of blindness all over the world following cataract and trachoma. According to health journals, the condition accounts for more than 14% of total blind population. How can we start treating our eyes better to prevent eye diseases and what should we watch out for that will make us go to the doctor? To educate us on this, we are joined by…..
Guest: Dr Kgao Legodi – Ophthalmologist at Mpudulle Eye Centre
Although the year is already more than a week, Bryan says that there are some critical factors to be considered with regards to the administration of your financial plans. He now joins us in studio to educate us on the subject….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited (Radio line: 011 880 4888)
South Africa will be leading the Southern African Development Community’s deployment Mission to the Democratic Republic of Congo to assist the Congolese government in restoring peace and security in the eastern part of the country. Just recently, the United Nations withdrew its peacekeeping mission after 20 years following a call by the Congolese government for the withdrawal of the UN peacekeepers. They (DRC government) deemed the U.N. force as ineffective in protecting civilians from the armed groups and militias that have plagued the eastern part of the country. Let’s take a listen to this short report from SABC’s Chris Ochamringa in Kinshasa….
Was this a good move though and also what is it that the SADC mission will be facing? What about South Africa’s military being the one in the forefront of the mission, do we have the capabilities? To help us answer some of these questions, we are joined by….
Guest: Thomas Mandrup - Associate Professor with the Royal Danish Defence College and with the Security Institute for Governance and Leadership in Africa at Stellenbosch University
2024 is a very historically significant year for our country as we mark 30 years of a hard-earned democracy.The year also takes us to the polls with many new parties emerging and promising all sorts of changes to people’s lives. As we kick off the year, we thought to speak to an editor, an economist and political analyst for them to paint us a picture of where the country is going and what the 2024 political landscape may bring seeing how South Africans feel on the ground about load-shedding, high unemployment, crime and poor service delivery and empty promises.
GUEST: Professor Kgothatso Shai – Professor of politics at the University of Limpopo
GUEST: Duma Gqubule - Research associate at the Social Policy Initiative
GUEST: Journalist/editor TBC
As you heard on Friday thatJustice and Correctional Services Minister, Ronald Lamola has reopened the inquest into the murder of the Cradock Four. The four, Mathew Goniwe, Sparrow Mkonto, Fort Calata and Sicelo Mhlauli were abducted and murdered by the security police in June 1985.As much as many of the perpetrators applied for amnesty during the TRC hearings, some families of the victims feel that the process was a waste of time and a miscarriage of justice. Let’s get the views now of one of the commissioners to hear what they have to say at the latest developments and where they stand as these inquests are being reopened, but on the other side the perpetrators are passing away.
Guest: Adv Dumisa Ntsebeza – Former Commissioner atthe Truth and Reconciliation Commission
As the matric results are about to be announced in a few days, time, the question of career choice becomes the next worry for those finishing high school.The world’s economy and industry are evolving so rapidly that it becomes very difficult for one to decide whether to choose a career according to passion or remuneration.For us who’ve been through the system already, what would we say influenced our choices and what advice can we give to those coming out of matric?In the 21st century technology has brought so many changes, and given us so many career choices, some careers are even dying out…
Guest: Dr Linda Meyer – Career and Education specialist
Titi Luzipo is our featured artist today soothing us into the weekend. One of the highlights from her last year at the annual Standard Bank Joy of Jazz was her tribute to the late Gloria Bosman. She’s quoted in one of the articles saying: “Life without Gloria is very weird”. She now joins us to give us a glimpse of her musical journey….
Guest(Zoom): Titi Luzipo -Jazz and Afro-soul vocalist
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) says that it is determined to conclude all outstanding 2023 disbursements by 15 January 2024, in consultation with the affected institutions. Interestingly, this comes at the back of the NSFAS Board holding an extraordinary meeting this past Sunday to consider reports from NSFAS management on various issues including the final disbursement of the 2023 allowances, the NSFAS budget adjustment and the NSFAS accommodation pilot project. To tell us more on this and also what it is you should know moving forward, we are joined in studio by...
GUEST(Studio): Ishmael Mnisi – Spokesperson for theStudent Financial Aid Scheme
Last year so many figures came out painting a bleak picture of the state of our country, from high unemployment, murders, crime, inflation to housing problems just to name a few. So this year being an election year, political parties are getting ready to campaign in an effort to gunner votes, we thought to use this opportunity today to ask you as a citizen, what is it you don’t want to hear from anyone who will be approaching you to vote for them?What for you would be realistic and convincing coming out of the mouth of a politician? To help us navigate this discussion, we are joined by…
Guest: Dr Trevor Hlungwane - Lecturer at the Central University of Technology, debater and socio-political analyst
Guest: Phethani Madzivhandila - A pan-Africanist historian and activist based in Azania
Yesterday (Wed) we received a call from Chris in Napier who told us about taxi operator blocking people from using other forms of public transport in the Eastern Cape. Also the fact that they preventing people from hitchhiking for lifts. Let’s take a listen to some of the things he highlighted...
GUEST: Mmatshikidi Rebecca Phala – Spokesperson for theSouth African National Taxi Council, SANTACO
GUEST: Charles Bramwell – Deputy Director Provincial Traffic Eastern cape in the Department of Transport
As we enter a brand new year, many of us find ourselves caught in the timeless debate, are New Year's resolutions the key to a successful year, or should we be leaning more towards the structured path of goal-setting? It's a question that lingers in the minds of those of us seeking personal growth and improvement. Today, we take a moment to dive deep into the heart of this dilemma, exploring the nuances of resolutions and goal-setting, dissecting their effectiveness, and attempting to unravel which approach holds the key to a more realistic and achievable future. To help us navigate the landscape of aspirations, habits, and self-discovery is…
Guest: Brian Mhlanga -Executive Coach, Facilitator, Motivational Speaker and Organisational Behaviour Specialist.
Democratic Republic of Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi has been re-elected for a second term after getting more than 73% of the vote in this month’s presidential election, the country’s election commission said on Sunday. Announcing the results on Sunday in the capital Kinshasa, Denis Kadima, the head of Congo’s national election commission known as the CENI, said Tshisekedi was elected with 73.34% of the vote having obtained over 13 million votes out of over 18 million valid votes. Turnout in the disputed election was at over 43%, Kadima said. Earlier on Sunday a group of Congo’s main opposition presidential candidates asked supporters to take to the streets to protest after the release of the provisional results. They demanded fresh elections be held with a new electoral body on a date to be agreed by all. The government of Congo had previously rejected calls for a rerun of the elections.
Guest: Nixon Kathembo - African specialist and producer at Channel Africa
Noxolo Seti is described as an Afro-soul and jazz musician born in Cape Town. She has shared the stage with many famous musicians around the country and really made a name for herself. How does she describe herself and where did it all begin for her? She now joins us to share her story….
Guest(Studio): Noxolo Seti -Afro-soul musician
Yesterday on the Open Line Faizel in Westdene got many of you talking on cultural issues when he highlighted how sexist some of the customs are. We even got different interpretations of what mourning in the various cultures. So this morning we thought to talk about the relevance of culture in 2023 and whether it is moving us forward at all seeing how sometimes it can be very oppressive to certain groups in our society. Also what parts of our cultures don’t make sense anymore and which ones should we keep to advance ourselves and which ones can we drop? To lead us in this conversation, we are joined via Zoom by....
Guest(Zoom): Dr ZuluMathabo Zulu – African Historian and author based at the Madisebo University
Next year is very crucial election year for our country as we mark 30 years of our democracy. Interestingly it will also kick off with a conference that will see seven African heads of state and other international experts gather at the inaugural AI and International Political Campaigns Expo and Conference in Cape Town. According to the people behind the gathering, the idea is to promote the adoption of new technologies to address voter apathy in Africa. Firstly, what is it that we can attribute voter apathy to on the continent, and how can Artificial Intelligence help in this regard? Also is our continent ripe for such innovation? To help us understand, we are joined by….
GUEST: Glen Mpani - International Political Campaign Expo Conference Host & Convenor
The country is currently facing a poverty crisis, with an estimated 20% of households experiencing food insecurity. The situation is especially severe in provinces like the Eastern Cape. A South African Human Rights Commission investigation revealed that one in four children in the province suffers from stunted growth due to malnutrition, and the commission has called for the government to declare this hunger crisis a national disaster. At the back of this, we thought to speak to those who make a difference, whether nationally, or in the communities they come from. You can also call in and talk about what you are doing or someone you may know to make a difference and share the story. Joining us to delve into this issue is...
Guest: David Harrison – Chief Operations Officer of the DG Murray Trust
Guest: Linda Twala –Philanthropist and founder of the Linda Twala Foundation
Dr Wayne Muller joins us now to talk about a very interesting observation that even led him to do his PHD around it. He highlights how what was deemed to be a colonial art form has over the years been advanced by black people. He’s talking about the love of opera and how it has been Africanised. He now joins us to talk about what drew his attention on this subject and what else he discovered about it and also how different is from the original
Guest: Dr Wayne Muller - Publications Editor / Research Fellow at Africa Open Institute for Music, Research and Innovation.
We revisit the issue of abortion and where we are regarding awareness on what is available for those who may desire the service. For instance the issue self-managed abortions in this country is not something that is highlighted which brings us to the question of where we are when it comes to this issue and what message is the health department promoting in this regard? In a country like ours, we are faced with traditional norm, religious beliefs and stigma to name a few. So, we use this opportunity now to address this issue and some of the challenges on the ground as we welcome….
Guest: Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo – Deputy Minister of Health
Guest: Victoria Satchwell - Executive Director at Abortion Support South Africa
International artists Sisanda Nilsson was born in the Eastern Cape but grew up in KZN, Margate. Sisanda began her professional music career in 2011 and it picked up more when she was signed by Touch Africa Records in 2014. She then released her first hit single “Indlela Yami” in 2015. Since her move to Sweden in 2016 she released her hit single “If This is Love” which won an award with P4 Nästa. Swedens national radio station. She has worked with Swedens best producers and she released her first album Luvoyu Lwam in 2021 and continues to write and record new music.
Guest: Sisanda Nilsson – Singer and songwriter
Today, we embark on a journey of understanding and unity as we explore the concept of reconciliation in the backdrop of the rich tapestry of South Africa's history. In a country such as ours, marked by a tumultuous past, reconciliation stands as a beacon of hope, a bridge to healing the wounds of the past and fostering a united future. Let’s take a moment to peel the layers of this profound concept, examining the strides taken, the challenges faced, and the stories that inspire us all to strive for a harmonious coexistence…
Guest: Xolani Masango – Member of the Pan Afrikan Comix 2085 series
Guest: David Letsoalo – Sankarist, activist & Law academic
The issue of absent fathers is a contentious matter that is deeply entrenched in the fibre of the South African societal landscape. According to Statistics South Africa, half of all children in the country don’t live with their biological fathers which is a great concern. It cannot be denied how far-reaching the implication of absent fathers is to individuals, families, and society at large. Today we take a moment to discuss the underlying factors, examine the implications, and consider potential avenues for meaningful change.
Guest: Gosiame Masike is the Head of Heartlines’ Department of Correctional Services Unit
Guest: Zane Meas - Founder of The Fatherhood Foundation of South Africa.
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We turn our focus now on December/festive spending attitudes which will definitely affects how we start the new year. Laurian Venter is Sales Director at OneDayOnly.co.za, South Africa’s original daily deals site and she has come up with tips on how you can spend wisely as you celebrate the festive. Very practical tips that we often don’t think about. Also this is your opportunity to tell us how you go about spending for Christmas parties and other gatherings during the festive season that do not hit your pocket too hard.
Guest: Laurian Venter is Sales Director at OneDayOnly.co.za
Former President Jacob Zuma dominated the news agenda this past weekend as he kept all of us ion suspense with speculation mounting that he was likely to join the EFF or announce a new party. Earlier in the week the Jacob Zuma Foundation announced that the former President will address the media on Saturday regarding his political future only to tell us that he won’t be leaving the ANC, but rather vote for the newly registered uMkhonto weSizwe party which is not affiliated to the ANC.
Guest: Ntebo Mokobo – SABC Senior Political Journalist
Guest: Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast – Political Analyst based at the Nelson Mandela University
Guest: Dan Hatto – National convenor of the Umkhonto weSizwe Liberation War Veterans
Latest stats around road fatalities since the start of the festive season has revealed that out of the 94 accidents that occurred, 53 were pedestrians. Even though we may not understand how the fatalities happened, is enough being done to look at the behaviour of pedestrians? Often so many of them cross on the freeway under a abridge, while others cross while the traffic lights are read. What then should be done to deal with pedestrians as motorists are given fines or jail time for traffic violations? Also as a motorist listen to this conversation, what are your experience when it comes to pedestrians?
GUEST: Unathi Binqose – Spokesperson for the Eastern Cape Transport Department
GUEST: Simon Zwane – Spokesperson for the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC)
GUEST: Mmusi Moeti – Spokesperson for the Department of Community, safety, security and liason
As we come to the end of the year, many of us look back to what life used to be. That feeling of going home to be with family. Sitting around the table and enjoying a meal together away from the daily bustling of work. We use this hour now to talk about what home is to you and what do you do when you get there. To lead us through this conversation, we are joined by…
Guest: Mamanese Mathule -Transformation and Relationship Coach
Guest: Seipati Mbokazi - Life coach and NLP practitioner
Some of the scary revelations that came out of the Discovery Group Risk claims data for the 2023 year, for the 12 months ending on 30 June 2023 shows that suicide related deaths have increased by 54% compared to previous Covid-levels. The report goes on to say that the biggest increases come from member under the age of 40. The under 30 age group is also showing an increase. The suspicion is that it may be as a result of economic pressure.
Guest: Guy Chennells - General Manager and Head of Product at Discovery Employee Benefits
Guest: Tracy Feinstein - Call Center manager for the South African Depression and Anxiety Group will speak on behalf of SADAG as she'll be able to talk about the pattern and common calls received by SADAG
The Association of Private Security Owners of South Africa are calling for female security guards not to be allowed to work in the evenings. This follows recent attacks on female security officers in KwaZulu-Natal. Three female security officers were attacked and raped at the Department of Transport offices in Merebank, KZN. These acts are said to happen mostly in health facilities that require 24-hour services. The Health Minister Dr Joe Phaahla answering questions in parliament spoke about how provincial health departments are dealing with security in their facilities.
Guest: Bulela Saliwa - Deputy President of the Association of Private Security Owners of South Africa
Guest: Mbali Sabela -** Provincial Secretary for the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa in KZN
Guest: Rudzani Mphilo – Head of Security at the National Department of Health
As we wind up the year that was, we revisit a matter of national importance as we build up to the upcoming #2024 national elections. Beyond the political fervour, there lies a fundamental question - what is civic duty, and how do we, as citizens, play a pivotal role in upholding it? Join us as we explore the essence of civic duty and our responsibilities as citizens in safeguarding it. We are joined by a dedicated civil rights activist to talk more about how each one of us can actively participate and why we should embrace active citizenry.
Guest: Mark Heywood – Human Rights Activist
As we enter the festive season, security agencies are again warning the public to be vigilant against crime. But on the other hand, stock theft is one of those crimes that seem to not make it on the mainstream media platforms. A quick search on the net reveals so many incidents of the crime around the country. Not only in rural areas, but also in urban areas as some township dwellers especially in the Western Cape are reportedly becoming targets to the crime. To take a look at whether stock theft is on the increase or just not being reported enough, we are joined by…
Guest: Dr Carina Bruwer – Senior organised crimes researcher at the Institute for Security Studies
Guest: Freddie V Tonder – Vice Chairman of the National Stock Theft Prevention – National Red Meat Producers Organisation
Guest: Dr Jane Buys - Safety and risk analyst at Free State Agriculture
Yesterday (Monday) West Africa's main regional bloc ECOWAS decided to set up a committee of heads of state to work with Niger's military leaders on establishing a transition roadmap, and will progressively ease the sanctions imposed on Niger based on the outcome of those talks. On Sunday the regional leaders met in Nigeria's capital Abuja for talks on their region in deepening crisis, after four countries fell under military rule. What has also emerged in that part of the world is that the four countries that are under military rule are also getting rid of French domination with Burkina Faso even changing French as the official language in schools and also building a gold refinery through a Russian partnership. To take a look back to how the region has been since the coup, we are joined I studio by…
Guest(studio): Nixon Kathembo – Africa Affairs Analyst at Channel Africa
Last week Monday we received a call from Nyaniso telling us the story of how his brother was swindled out of more than 6-thousand-rands by fake prophets.They promised to triple his money, but at the end he was left with nothing.
Guest: Nazia Karrim - Head of product development at the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service
Guest: Dr Shahieda Jansen - UNISA Western Cape’s Deputy Director, Academic & ICT Support Services
Guest: Brigadier Attie Lamprecht –Section Head: Harmful Occult – related Practices, Bureau for Missing Persons and Crime Stop
Many of you especially from the Northern Cape were not impressed by the explanation given by the Northern Cape Education Department regarding the food parcels they gave to the elderly at an event in Marydale. The issue was brought to our attention on the Open Line by Ronald who called in to question the criteria that was used to give food parcels to the elderly. So this morning we’ve invited the MEC for Education in the Northern Cape to give some clarity around some of the issues raised by Ronald.
GUEST: Ronald Februarie – Ward Councillor in Ward 2 for the Siyathemba Community Movement
GUEST: Priscilla Issacs – DA Member of the Provincial Legislature and spokesperson on Education
This morning, we have the privilege of hosting an esteemed guest who is not only a distinguished historian and academic but also a devoted custodian of Bapedi culture. Dr Tlou Setumu, whose passion for heritage preservation has recently embarked on a groundbreaking initiative – the launch of an open-air museum dedicated to upholding, teaching, and preserving the rich history of the Bapedi nation. In our conversation with Dr Setumu, we look at the motivations and inspirations that drive his tireless efforts in heritage preservation. Dr Setumu and his team have launched an open-air museum that stands as a testament to his commitment to ensuring that the legacy of the Bapedi people is not only remembered but also passed down through generations. He is currently heritage practitioner in Limpopo Province, specialising mainly on the Blouberg-Makgabeng-Senwabarwana.
Guest(Zoom): Dr Tlou Setumu – Historian, researcher and author
It’s that time of the week when we ease into the weekend with a musical treat, and today we introduce yet another South African talent. Keke Makhetha is an artist who does Afro House/Dance Music a combination of African and International Algorithms. The music he composes is about Love, Hope and the experiences of life. Keke Makhetha was born in Eastern Cape, Aliwal North, but is based in Johannesburg South Africa.
Guest: Keke Makhetha - Afro House/Dance Music
Guest: Sewale Langeni - Founder of Book Capital bookstore
Guest: Tebogo Mashiyane - Founding member of Bafati Bebumene Bookclub
Guest: Maggie Davey - Director and Co-Owner of Jacana Media
Guest: Ishmael Mnisi - Current spokesperson for the national Student Financial Aid Scheme
Guest: Nkosinathi: Mabilane - SRC President at UNISA
Very difficult, uncomfortable and embarrassing subject we are discussing this morning. According to medical journals, urinary incontinence is a loss of bladder control that’s commonly seen in older adults and women who have given birth or gone through menopause. To educate us on this and also how to treat and manage it, we are joined by…
Guest: Prof Shingai Mutambirwa - Head of the Urology Department at The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University and Founder of the Prostate Cancer Foundation South Africa
Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu says that his department will continue to deploy resources to where they are needed to ensure that citizens receive quality water. He was speaking yesterday (Tuesday) when releasing the drop reports on the state of drinking water quality in the country. Mchunu went on to give assurance that government will not allow residents to consume water that is harmful. To talk to us more about this and what his basing his confidence on, he now joins us on the line…
Guest(Phone): Senzo Mchunu – Minister forWater and Sanitation
Today Bryan looks at those who are lucky enough to get a bonus, what are the three most sensible things they can do with their bonus?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Pan Africanist Congress of Azania is today launching their year-long Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Centenary Commemoration. Sobukwe who is the founding president of the PAC was also a lawyer, academic will be remembered through different events, from lectures at deferent universities to museums and other fun activities. Robben Island where he was imprisoned declared 2023 as the year of Sobukwe, and to remind ourselves more about his legacy and teachings and also what today’s leaders can take from him.
Guest: Jackie Seroke – PAC secretary of finance
Guest: Mzwanele Nyhontso – PAC President
Guest: Tshima Nemaheni – Robben Island Museum Chief Heritage Officer
As we wind down and wrap up the year 2023, it is opportune to reflect on the political events and developments that have shaped the past twelve months. Many challenges, triumphs, and significant events across the domestic and global political landscape have marked the year. The country’s political landscape has been characterised by economic challenges, governance, and malfeasance issues, electoral preparations amongst other things against the backdrop of the persisting wars in Europe and the middle East. Looking ahead, projections for 2024 hint at more defining moments as the country heads to the national elections and the country equally celebrates 30 years of democracy. As we take stock of the year, let’s take a moment to unpack the collective lessons learned that might shape our path forward as a nation and country.
Guest: Asanda Ngoasheng – Diversity expert, academic and Political Analyst
Guest: Dr Ongama Mtimnka – Political Analystand Politics Lecturer at Nelson Mandela University
This past week, activists from various organisations such as Equal Education, Section24 and Centre for child law convened a peaceful protest at the offices of the Department of Basic Education calling on the Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga to meet the legal obligations set out in the minimum norms and standards for public school infrastructure set 10 years ago, on the 29 November 2013. The group is raising concerns that little progress has been made to improve public schools since then. We unpack the department's progress on public school infrastructure and the impact of the state of public schools on teaching and learning, as these activists demand accountability.
GUEST: Elizabeth Biney – Head of Research at Equal Education
GUEST: Hendrick Makaneta – Director at the Foundation for Education and Social Justice Africa
GUEST: Elijah Mhlanga – Spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education
Guest: Mr Rodgers Basikopo Makamu - Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson of Limpopo House of Traditional Leaders including the entire Executive Committee
This morning to wrap up our Municipal Watch feature, we speak to Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs. She is joining us to share her views on the state of municipalities and what’s she’s doing to turn them around. A few weeks ago she gave an overview of government interventions to address governance problems at municipal level which has affected service delivery. Having listened to this segment over the years, you as our listeners would’ve heard some of the corruption and mismanagement happening in our municipalities and how officials running these municipalities could never give clear explanations on their role in bringing municipalities down.
Guest: Thembi Nkadimeng – Minister forCooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Across South Africa, there is a growing movement of community activists stepping up in neighbourhoods to enhance the lives of members of their communities. Driven by a vision of reclaiming common humanity in communities, many leaders are making a difference now and for future generations in rural and urban areas. Join us as we connect with these change-makers shaping the present and future of rural and urban South Africa.
Guest: Bridget Munnik – Manager of the Westbury Youth Centre
Guest: Phethani Madzivhandila– Writer, Activist and Co – founder of Khonani Integrated Development Agency
Guest: Ndithini Thyido – Chairperson of the Khayelitsha Development Forum
We continue our GBV discussion with NACOSA as they embark on their #it takes a village campaign. The country continues to bear the brunt of gender based violence which happens on a daily bases. Their belief is that if we pull together, we ac actually with the battle against the cancer of GBV. To talk more on this campaign and find out what difference it will make, we are joined by....
Guest: Dr Ntlotleng Mabena - Technical Specialist: Community Based Violence Prevention and Response
Guest: Ndumiso Madubela - Adolescents & Young People Programme Specialist
Guest: Thato Senosha - GBV Prevention Coordinator
Guest: Hannerie White – Capacity building specialist (Human rights perspective)
Researchers from Stellenbosch University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences reported on a groundbreaking clinical research at the Union Conference on Lung Health meeting in Paris revealing that an oral antibiotic taken once daily for six months significantly lowered the likelihood of developing drug-resistant tuberculosis. The study showed that the risk for multidrug-resistant tuberculosis infection in children was reduced by 56% with levofloxacin. TB remains as one of the top causes of death in children globally and is one of the top killers of children below 5 years of age.
Guest: Professor Anneke Hesseling- Director of the Desmond Tutu TB Centre and the overall Principal Investigator of the TB-CHAMP trial, at Stellenbosch University
This year’s 16 Days of Activism campaign for No Violence Against Women and Children is run under the theme: “Accelerating actions to end gender-based violence and femicide: leaving no one behind”.As much as themes change every year, the scourge continues everyday.Clearly something is not right about our society as NGOs blame legislature, some blame the way in which we raise about boys, while others blame government policies.Where exactly should we be pointing the finger? Also have we run out of things to blame?
Guest: Adv Nthabiseng Sepanya-Mogale – Chairperson of the Commission for Gender Equality
Guest: Adv Praise Kambula – Head of The Promotion of the Rights of Vulnerable persons in the Department of Justice
Guest: Lechesa Tsenoli – Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly
We end the programme by talking to the Competition Commission on some of the investigations and cases they have Often when you listen to the news you will hear reports of how the commission has found companies doing all sorts of wrong things like price fixing, manipulation and colluding. The latest case of interest to the South African public is that of the manipulation of the rand. More than 20 banks are under investigation for alleged price fixing of the currency. To educate us more on how the Competition Commission finds out about these cases and how they come to a conclusion.
GUEST: Makgale Mohlala - Divisional Manager for Cartels at the Competition Commission
Guest: Magic Nkwashu - Disability rights activities
Guest: Phuti Mabelebele - Chief Director: Advocacy and Mainstreaming rights of Person with disables at the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities
In 2022, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed amendments to the Municipal Systems Act which sought to impose a blanket prohibition on municipal workers holding office. The South African Municipal Workers Union challenged the constitutionality of the amendment and won through the Labour Court ruling which declared that Section 71b of the MSA Amendments are unconstitutional, invalid, and set aside. As the political heads are studying the ruling, how do we as citizens feel about this ruling? As a citizen, is there a better way of limiting political influence in our municipalities?
Guest: Dumisani Magagula –General Secretary of South African Municipal Workers Union
Guest: Sandile Swana -Political analyst and governance expert
Guest: Cllr Thami Ntuli – Chairperson of SALGA in KZN
We end the show by talking to Nse Ufot who's currently in the country for a voting advocacy program. Nse is the CEO of the New Georgia Project in the U.S., where she's passionately bridging the gap between the ideals of American democracy and the real experiences of Black and other people of colour through galvanizing black communities to participate in electoral politics. She's an expert in civil, human, and worker rights, as well as electoral politics, community organizing, and women's issues, specifically focusing on the experiences of Black women. She joins us to speak more on her work around advocating for voting rights, and how this has changed the political landscape in Georgia, also what lessons she feels South Africa could learn from this.
Guest: Nse Ufot is an organizer, thought leader, and change agent and the CEO of New Georgia Project
Luminaries gathered in conversation to unpack intergenerational trauma and its impact on women today. As we reflect on the outcome of this gathering, we are reminded that the legacy of intergenerational trauma is not a solitary burden. It is a torch passed from one generation to the next. Together, we can lay the foundation for a brighter future, where the cycle of trauma gives way to a legacy of strength, healing, and empowerment
Guest: Alison Lazarus - Conflict Resolution Specialist and Peace-builder
Guest: Dieketseng Diale - Founder and Executive Director of the Lady of Peace Community Foundation
World Pneumonia Day took place on 12 November and The World Society for Paediatric Infectious Diseases Congress convened from 14 - 17 November 2023 in Durban. Both of these annual events are reminders that infectious diseases are still a major health threat, and thus vaccines play an important role in eradicating and preventing many diseases, reducing the burden of illness and mortality. The conference deliberated on research advances and developments within the field whilst exploring solutions for a post-pandemic world and how children in all markets can access affordable interventions, which will lead to healthier and more productive lives.
Guest: Professor Prakash Mohan Jeena: Head of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Bryan says that this is a critical time for many who contribute to a medical aid scheme with increases for next year. In particular what should one do?He now joins us to educate and give us his perspective.
Guest(Phone): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited (Radio line: 011 880 4888)
Last year August, President Cyril Ramaphosa launched a National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council which is chaired by Professor Firoz Cachalia. According to the Presidency, the Council is a multi-sectoral advisory body set-up to oversee the implementation of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy and to advise on the future of the country's anti-corruption institutional architecture. To learn more about what it is, what it’s doing and what has it done so far since its launch, we are joined in studio by…..
Guest(Studio): Professor Firoz Cachalia –Chairperson of the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council
‘BRICS Prospects for South Africa and the Continent: How BRICS Could Be a Big Boost for the African Continental Free Trade Area FOCUS: Since South Africa hosted the 15th BRICS Summit in August, different academics around the country have been sharing their views on what some of the benefits are for us. Recently, the University of Stellenbosch hosted a seminar looking at the prospects not just for the country, but also how it will boost the African Continental Free Trade Area which has been spoken about for so many years. To get an understanding on how exactly BRICS and the African Continental Free Trade Area amalgamate and looking at the current state of the continent, the politics, coups and the economy, how much of this can be a reality on the ground? To help us navigate this subject, we are joined by...
GUEST: Prof Charles Adjasi - Head of Research at the Stellenbosch Business School and Acting Director
GUEST: Saul Molobi – CEO and Group Chairman Brandhill Africa (His focus is on the African Continental Free Trade Area)
This past weekend was abuzz with politicians and the IEC trying to encourage people to vote. Young people in particular have been urged to register so that they can vote in the 2024 national and provincial elections. But some of them have raised their concerns asking what difference they vote will make to their lives. They are sighting unemployment, loadshedding and crime as some of their worries. Let’s take a listen to what some of them had to say.....
Guest: Vhahangwele Tsotetsi, - Chairperson of Project YouthSA and Vice-chairperson of BaswaConnect
Guest: Zenith Kwinana – Writer and public speaker, pursuing her post-grad studies in Journalism at Stellenbosch University
Guest: Naledi Mahlangu – Young personliving in Lotus Gardens
Guest: Motheo Morakile – Unemployed first time voter based in Garankuwa
Pleasure Ramadimetja Peta, famously known for her stage name, Pleasure tša manyalo, is a renowned manyalo artist who rose to stardom with her debut album, Pleasure vol 1, Setagwa in 2005. Pleasure has since released classical hits such as: Lefotwana, Laela, Ntshike ka diatla, Modimo ke sethakga, Ke Lorile etc. The Ga-Mphahlele singer’s song Ke Lorile came second to King Monada’s Aye Kuwa and was the first Manyalo song nominated in the category.
Guest(Studio): Pleasure tša Manyalo – Wedding song musician
Monday the 13 of November marked World Kindness Day under the theme 'Be kind Wherever Possible'. So we thought to use today (Friday) to talk about showing kindness to each other. When last did you show kindness to someone else or witnessed an act of kindness? So this morning let's use the opportunity to share some of these stories. At the end of the segment Cadbury will give out 10 hampers during the show.
Guest: Seipati Mbokazi -Lifestyle Entrepreneur,Coach& NLP Practitioner
Guest: Thabiso Mailula - NLP practitioner and Motivational Speaker
The Dr Ruth Mompati District Municipality has been in the news for all the wrong reasons in the past few weeks over allegations that they paid R38 million for a shack they say is a call centre. Opposition parties have been up in arms demanding that action be taken against whoever is involved.Allegations have also been made that the municipality did not follow the correct procurement procedures. So we to get a full understanding of how all of this happened, we have invited the mayor, opposition parties and the civic organisation to give shed some light on the issue. Let’s welcome now….
Guest: Cllr Seepapitso Seepamere – Member of Mayoral Committee and Chair of Engineering and Technical Services of the Dr Ruth Mompati District Municipality
Guest: Justice Dabampe – EFF Provincial Deputy Secretary in the North West
Guest: Cllr Coenrad Herbst - DA caucus leader at the Dr Ruth municipality
Guest: James Gadinabokao – Provincial head of Communications of the South African Civics Organisation in the North West Province
We continue our 10-series interview in partnership with the Central Energy Fund. The series unpacks relevant issues within the sector, and provides insight into what South Africa collectively needs to do to ensure power security for all. Today we turn the focus on the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation, NECSA. Who are they and what do they do?
Guest: Loyiso Tyabashe – Group CEO of the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation – Necsa
The SA Law Reform Commission, which is mandated with advising the government on the development of the law, has recommended the introduction of a maternity support grant for poor pregnant women, putting the cost of such a move at about R3bn a year. The commission has concluded after years of investigations that the country’s social protection system does not provide maternity and parental cover to the vast majority of self-employed workers who work in the economy's formal and informal sectors. To tell us more on the proposal is…
Guest: Linda Mngoma - Legal Researcher at the South African Law Reform Commission.
Last week the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security cluster briefed the media giving an update on how they have been dealing with crime in the country.Police Minister Bheki Cele too centre state assuring citizens that they have the situation under control. He also blamed the media for not doing enough to highlight some of the gains they have made in dealing with some of the toughest areas that were riddled by crime.
Guest: Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili - Deputy National Commissioner for Policing
Guest: David Bruce is an independent researcher and consultant to the Institute for Security Studies
Guest: Siphelele Ngobese - SENIOR RESERACHER AT THE SOUTH AFRICAN CITIES NETWORK
This morning we talk to a victim of medical negligence to get a sense of the impact it has on the quality of everyday life. Hlengiwe Mbambo went in for a Hysterectomy surgery to remove her uterus, but things went horribly wrong. She has been hospitalised seven times and has undergone more surgery due to complications. She now joins us to talk about her experience. Also to talk about coping with an experience of this nature.
Guest: Hlengiwe Mbambo – PR specialist who is a victim of medical negligence
Guest: Nompumelelo Mbongwa – Clinical Psychologist
We end the show by talking to the Nelson Mandela Museum and their plan to host their second African Liberation Heritage Indaba. The Indaba aims to bring together former liberation movements in the Southern Africa Development Community and the diaspora.
Guest: Dr Siphe Potelwa – Deputy Chairperson of the Council
This morning Bryan will educate us about how the market report we read on our shows daily which includes oil price, gold, the value of the rand against various currencies affects us.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Gauteng Department of Social Development Men’s Forum will this coming Friday be honouring men who have positioned themselves as positive role models in society. The awards are being used as an intervention to curb gender based violence that has plagued the country. So we thought to use this opportunity to talk about this initiative and also to men about adding their voice to the scourge. What are men doing or should be doing to groom boys against abuse and respect to women? The other major problem is how men forums often speak to men who don’t abuse the women in their lives, how then do they reach the abusers?
Guest: Bongane Ngomane – Chief Director of Stakeholder Relations in the Gauteng Department of Social Development
Guest: Tebogo Lerole - Chairperson of Mzantsi Act Now
We kick off the week by chatting to some of our academics about the state of corruption in the country. Just last week President Cyril Ramaphosa told delegates at the National Anti-Corruption Advisory Council that if corruption is not arrested or stopped, it will be in the damaging of our democracy/ Chief Justice Raymond also addressed delegates and asked how we as a nation could allow corruption to take place for so many years without us doing anything about it.
Guest: Professor Alex van den Heever - Chair in the Field of Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies at the Wits School of Governance
Guest: Dr Levy Ndou – Political analyst based at the Tshwane University of Technology
Guest: Sandile Swana – Political Analyst and Lecturer at Wits Business School
The problem of substance abuse seems very hard to deal with as more and more young people introduce themselves to new concoctions with very devastating effects on families and communities. In light of this, the Department of Social Development and the Central Drug Authority will from tomorrow (Tuesday) host the 3rd National Summit on Substance Abuse and Illicit Trafficking under the theme: “Towards sustainable, coordinated and impactful strategies for national drug and substance use in South Africa”. They are trying to find ways to realise a country free of substance abuse through various interventions.
GUEST: Siza Magangoe - Chief Director for Social Crime Prevention Programme and Anti-substance Abuse Programme
GUEST: Itumeleng Selepe - Former Drug Addict and founder of Word On The Street, a substance and drug-free society movement (cocaine and CAT for 11 years)
GUEST: Shaun Shelly - Researcher and chairperson of the South African Network of People who Use Drugs
Mamakie Motlogelwa, an award-winning musician from Itsoseng in the North West Province takes us to the weekend with her smooth Afro-soul traditional Setswana sounds. She’s nominated for the South African Traditional Music Achievements Awards this year…
Guest : Mamakie Motlogelwa - Vocalist and award-winning songwriter
Dr Stavros Nicolaou joins us in studio today to talk on the work he has been doing around corporate citizenship. He was recently awarded the prestigious Hellenic ARGO Award in the Public Service category, by Greek President H.E Katerina Sakellaropoulou, in Athens-Greece. This was in recognition of his on-going humanitarian efforts. Dr Nocolaou is very outspoken on corporates leading the way when it comes to impropeople’s lives and citizen activism. Let me welcome his to talk about his journey and passion for reaching out….
Guest(Studio): Dr Stavros Nicolaou - Senior Executive for Strategic Trade Development at the Aspen Pharmacare Group
Since we’ve started the Municipal Watch feature a few years ago, we’ve spoken to Mayors, Municipal management, residents, business people and residential forums about some of the problems they face under municipalities. So today we’ve invited unions that have members in these municipalities to get their perspectives on what is going on inside municipalities and what solutions they may have to turn municipalities around?
Guest: Queen Mbatha - Deputy President at the Independent Municipal and Allied Trade Union (IMATU)
Guest: Cathi Nel - Deputy General Secretary: Operations at the Independent Municipal and Allied Trade Union
Guest: Dumisane Magagula - General Secretary: South African Municipal Workers Union
We end the show now by talking to the Budget Justice Coalition. They are have submitted what they say is a comprehensive response to the 2023 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. They go on to say that they are pressing for the need to have a transformative economic framework that addresses inequality, poverty, and the declining quality of public services in the country.
Guest: Andile Zulu – Member of the Budget Justice Coalition Steering Committee
We continue our 10-series interview in partnership with the Central Energy Fund. The series features various stakeholders in the energy sector unpacking relevant issues within the sector, and provide insight into what South Africa collectively needs to do to ensure power security for all. Today we turn our focus on PetroSA to find out what their mandate, vison and mission is?
Guest: Sandisiwe Ncemane - CEO of PetroSA
November being National Diabetes Month, we thought to revisit the subject as medical reports indicate that diabetes is South Africa’s second biggest killer after tuberculosis. It is said to affect 12% of the adult population leaving a devastating loss of income for many families as it’s mostly to be the provider who dies from the disease.
Guest: Dr Patrick Piotie - Senior Programme Manager at University of Pretoria’s Diabetes Research Centre
SAfm, the country’s leading national talk radio station as well as current PBS radio station of the year is excited to once again launch its popular drama playwriting competition, with the aim to promote literacy and ignite the love for sharing our South African stories. Writers are invited to explore the medium of sound and the Theatre of the mind! -by writing a one hour play radio in South African English. To talk to us about the thinking behind the completion and what they are hoping to achieve, also what is it you should know should you be interested in the competition, we are joined by…
Guest(Studio): Geoffrey Matenji –Drama Producer on SAfm
Guest(Phone): Dr Jerry Mofokeng wa Makhetha - Head Judge of the competition
Last week we received a call from Sipho in Margate sharing his experience around the frustration of having a criminal record and how it cost him his job. He tried very hard for many years he says to get his criminal record expunged. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say….
Guest: Steve Ralekwa –Head of Legal Services in the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Tributes are still pouring in for the late co-founder of Cape Town's District Six museum, Noor Ebrahim. His family announced his death on Saturday at the age of 78. Ebrahim captured District Six through photographs that are now exhibited in the museum. The apartheid regime had forcibly removed him and his family from the area. The current issue in court is that of a mediation process underway to determine whether the families residing in six cottages in Searle Street in District Six will be evicted. They survived the forced removals during apartheid and have been living in the cottages for three generations since the 1920s. The property was bought by a Gauteng investor. So we thought to use this opportunity to remind ourselves of the history of District Six and how they got to where they are today and also what they feel is outstanding for them.
Guest: Dr Jonty Cogger - Attorney at Ngifuni Kwazi
Guest: Zahrah Nordien - Chair of the District Six Working Committee
Guest: Chrischene Julius - Manager of District Six Museum
This morning Bryan warns us not to scrutinize the market every day or month or even quarterly if you are in for the long term….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
According to a report released recently by World Without Genocide, since 1996, the Democratic Republic of Congo has been embroiled in violence that has killed as many as 6 million people. The conflict is said to be the world’s bloodiest since World War two. Fighting continues in the eastern parts of the country, destroying infrastructure, causing physical and psychological damage to civilians, and human rights violations on a massive scale. Rape is also reported as being used as a weapon of war, while large-scale plunder and murder occurring in efforts to displace people from resource-rich land. At the back of this recent report, we take a moment to dissect the genesis of the genocide in the DRC and the continued consequences of these atrocities by the Congolese people as we welcome
GUEST: Claud Gatebuke – Survivor of the Rwandan genocide and human rights activist (He lived in the DRC when the killings started)
GUEST: Nixon Katembo – Africa Affairs Analyst at Channel Africa
There’s been mixed reaction to the release of the Census 2022 results which were released by StatsSA last month.Some people questioned the accuracy in portraying the true population dynamics.The Census revealed that the country’s population and urbanisation at a very high level. The amount of people grew by 20% from 2011 to 2022 which translates to an increase of 10.3 million people.
Guest: Risenga Maluleke – South Africa’s Statistician-General
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure property sector conference interview (s) continue
Guest: Sihle Zikalala, minister of Public Works and Infrastructure
The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Sihle Zikalala is hosting the property sector conference at the Durban Olive Convention Center today. This is the KwaZulu-Natal leg of the engagement with the property industry.
The provision of accommodation to national government departments is one of the key mandates of the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI). All government services and operations are rendered from within these assets (i.e. land and buildings) serving mainly as offices, courts, police stations, correctional centres, military bases, landing strips, railway sidings, forensic laboratories, and communication towers.
Guest: Sihle Zikalala, minister of Public Works and Infrastructure
As South Africa wraps-up Social Development Month, which is themed: “Working together to build caring and sustainable communities”, we take a look at how organisations are reinforcing their commitment to fostering public-private partnerships to drive achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through transformative projects that boost local economies and empower communities.
In the Sustainable Development Goals context - How are PPPs in South Africa contribute to achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Analysing specific PPP projects in South Africa to understand their successes, challenges, and impact on social development
Guest: Professor Patrick Bond
One of the key sessions of this year’s symposium is value-based healthcare and how this concept would advance health equity.
Guest: Dr Vuyo Gqola - Chief Healthcare Officer at the Government Employees Medical Scheme
The Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) is holding its symposium to assess the health status of the nation, unpack some of the social challenges facing the healthcare system and how to work towards health equity.
Guest: Dr Phumelela Dhlomo - Chief Marketing Officer at the Government Employees Medical Scheme
At the symposium, one of the key sessions will be unpack the policy interventions addressing the social determinants of health and what are the best practices that can be implemented to address inequity when it comes to access to healthcare.
Guest: Dr Stanley Moloabi - Principal Officer at the Government Employees Medical Scheme
As part of SAfm’s conclusion of Breas Cancer Awareness Month, we are coming to you live from Misty Hills in Muldersdrift. We are using the opportunity to speak to some of the women who are survivors of breast cancer and those who are involved in the health side of things. Breast cancer is said to be one of the most common cancers affecting women in our country and we thought to look at the support, healthcare, societal aspects and getting to understand how families can better understand how to deal and help those who are affected. We will be joined by some of the women as the show progresses who will be sharing their experiences on the painful journey.
Guest: Noelene Kotschan – Founder & Director and CEO – PinkDrive
Guest: Professor Carol-Ann Benn - Head of the Breast Care Centre of Excellence at Milpark Hospital
Guest: Ntombi Mcoyi - Founder and managing director of In Rise Consulting
Guest: Josie Thekiso – Breast Cancer survivor
Guest: Refilwe Sedumedi – Breast Cancer survivor
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is expected to deliver a gloomy budget, in light of poor economic performance, brought about by record high loadshedding and the South Africa being grey-listed. And there are fears that taxes will be increased to fund the 350-rand social relief of distress grant. As you know that we’ve just received results from the latest census and thought to get an understanding of how the information obtained helps the Finance Minister allocate funds for the different projects and services government will be rendering to the nation and also how he can navigate a difficult economy where we currently find ourselves.
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla – Former Statistician-General
Richard Spoor Inc is at it again, this time running after Anglo American companies for claims of health damage to coal miners. Last week they filed papers in the Gauteng High Court for certification of a class action suit on behalf of mineworkers who were allegedly exposed to unsafe levels of coal dust by the mining company for years. Richard Spoor Inc is well known for many years for filing such class actions and we thought to invite them to explain what informed their reasons behind this current action, but also for you or a relative who may have suffered while working at these mines to understand how you can be part of this. Also how far back are they going to claim as many people may have passed on by now.
Guest: Chloe Hoffmann - Associate at Richard Spoor Inc
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with all you’re the questions he received from you of a similar nature. You are also more than welcome to ask him any financially related question you may have.
Guest(Phone): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The University of South Africa is back in the news and again for all the wrong reasons. This time they’ve decided to approach the court to challenge Mister of Higher Education Dr Blade Nzimande’s decision to put the university under administration. The Minister’s decision was informed by an independent assessor in March and the 2021 report by the ministerial task team which found corruption and maladministration at the institution. Also on this show, we’ve received a lot of complaints from those studying through UNISA about wrong exam marks, staff not answering their queries, frustration around registrations and the so on.
Guest: Mametlwe Sebei –Lecturer in the Department of Jurisprudence at Unisa
Guest: Ishmael Mnisi – Spokesperson for Dr Blade Nzimande
Guest: Nkosinathi Mabilane – SRC President at Unisa
This weekend’s rugby victory has again put our country on the global map for all the right reasons. International media reminded us of the unity we had when Madiba handed the Webb Ellis Cup to Springbok captain Francois Pienaar following a tense 15-12 win against New Zealand in 1995. Pienaar takes us back to that day and how Madiba surprised them by wishing them luck in the change-room and what it meant to them as the team
Guest: Terry Oakley-Smith - Founder and CEO Diversi-T
Guest: Brian Mhlanga – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion specialist, speaker, mediator and facilitator
Guest: Dr Joy Owen –Head of department of anthropology at Rhodes University
We take you back to the City of Ekurhuleni this time looking at the dismal financial situation the Metro finds itself. Reports have emerged over the past few months that the municipality is on a brink of total collapse. The DA said in June that the city’s cash flow was sitting at R438m, representing less than 13 days of cash on hand. The EFF’s MMC for Finance, Nkululeko Dunga has denied all the reports in the media saying they are unsubstantiated. The Council is sitting today (Thursday) to debate the issue. Meanwhile, the Ntiyiso 2029/20 Municipal Revenue Maturity Benchmark Report warned about the situation the municipality is finding itself in today which showed that levels of revenue maturity were declining. To explain this further and the impact this will have on service delivery, we are joined by....
Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Chief Group Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting
Guest: David Barr – Vice chairman at the Primrose Ratepayers Association
Guest: Jongizizwe Dlabathi – ANC Caucus Whip in the City of Ekurhuleni
Guest: Cllr Fanyana Nkosi – DA Spokesperson for Finance in Ekurhuleni (Former MMC for Finance at Ekurhuleni)
We use this segment now to educate ourselves about the services of the Community Schemes Ombud Services. Living in community schemes like townhouses and so on know some of the problems that comes with living there. Be it problematic body corporate or unruly neighbours, what then are some of your rights and how do you approach the Ombuds office to get your problem solved? To educate us more on this, we are joined by...
Guest: Thembelihle Mbatha - Acting Chief Ombud at the Community Schemes Ombud Services
Dr Blade Nzimande Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology gives a round-up of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, launching its technology commercialisation enterprise known as CSIR C Cubed…..
Guest: Dr. Blade Nzimande - Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology
Health experts say that the number of menopausal women worldwide estimated to reach 1.1 billion by 2025. Environ Skin Care conducted a survey with over 800 female respondents between the ages of 45 and 59 years old to find out the physical effects of menopause on the skin. Some of the results revealed how that women are experiencing burden of societal stigma and miscommunication. On our health feature this morning we thought to look at the impact menopause has on a women’s skin as we welcome…
Guest: Dr. Mpume Zenda - (Aka Dr Gynae) Highly experienced OB-Gynae & Sexologist
Guest: Sole Jourbet - Global Brand Education Manager for Environ Skin Care
We are coming to you live from the Inanda Club in Sandton where the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, also known as the CSIR, is launching its technology commercialisation enterprise known as CSIR C Cubed. CSIR C Cubed is a fully owned CSIR company that will have a dedicated capacity to drive all aspects of technology commercialisation, providing adequate financial resources along the technology de-risking process through to commercialisation. The standalone entity will hold all CSIR IP and act as an incubator for the commercialisation of start-up enterprises underpinned by strong technical and non-financial support.
Guest: Vuyani Jarana - Newly appointedCSIR Board Chairperson
Guest: Dr Rachel Chikwamba Group Executive: Advanced Chemistry and Life Sciences
Guest: Dr Motodi Maserumule Group Executive: Advanced Production and Security
Security experts at a conference on transnational organised crime which was organised by Good Governance Africa have painted a very bad picture of how explosive-based crimes are costing the country billions on rands. Cash-in-transit heists, illegal mining and ATM bombings all use smuggled explosive to commit their deeds. The conference was told that the demand is so high that syndicates are smuggling explosives, detonators and skilled blasters into the country. To tell us more on this and why South Africa has become so lucrative to these criminals,
Guest: Willem Els - Veteran police bomb disposal expert currently working at the Institute for Security Studies
Guest: Brigadier Athlenda Mathe - National Police Spokesperson
Today Bryan talks about becoming financially more organised.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Universities South Africa which is an umbrella body representing public universities has welcomed the decision by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s controversial direct payment system, eZaga. You may remember how disastrousthis system was and how it left many beneficiaries without funding which led students around the country taking to the streets in protest. Last week Thursday, the scheme’s board gave Andile Nongongo who is the CEO until today (Monday) to plead his case with them. As much as action is being taken, where does this leave the beneficiaries? We’ve invited NSFAS this hour to address some of your concerns seeing that there are still students who were unfunded and also we are a few months away from the new year. What is it that new applicants should know for the new year and what happens to those who are above the threshold?
Guest: Slumezi Skosana – National spokesperson at theNational Student Financial Aid Scheme
In the last three years, the Political Party Funding Act has been delivered 9 quarterly reports disclosing the donations and funding activities of political parties in the country. The report is also meant to provide transparent outlook on the disbursement of public money to these parties through the seats they hold at provincial and national Legislature.
The report has provided insights on who are the major stakeholders when it comes to the donors who have given over R100 000 to these associations. So far 8 major donors have been consistently donating across the political landscape. In most recent report, there have been questions raise surrounding one of a donor making a hefty donation behind a single political party and whether their affiliation to a popular financial institution doesn't blur the lines for consumers who do not affiliate themselves with the political party who received that donation. There are also new donors emerging who are back new opposition parties vying for seats in power in the upcoming election. Out next guest will help us navigate funding that goes into political parties and unpack the big question: who is funding who?
Guest: Robyn Pasensie - Party Funding Researcher at My Vote Counts
Last week residents under the AbaQulusi Local Municipality raised their frustration at the lack of service delivery and high municipal rates. These residents come from Mondlo and Vryheid which fall under this municipality. They go on to say that they are tired of promises and would like to see some action that will improve services.
Guest: Cllr Khehla Mkhwanazi – Mayor at the AbaQulusi Local Municipality
Guest: Eckhart Meyer – Vryheid Resident under the AbaQulusi Local Municipality
Guest: Karlien Grobbeller – Journalist at the Vryheid Herald
We end off the program by talking about using the arts for social activism. It’s a festival called Infesting the City which musters the collaborative strengths of the University of Cape Town’s Institute for the Creative Arts (ICA) with venues, institutes, and organisations across the City of Cape Town to deliver what they say is a partnership that places the Keys to the City in the hands of its artists and redefines the ambition of what a smart city can be.
Guest: Prof Jay Pather – Director at the University of Cape Town’s Institute for the Creative Arts
We continue our 10-interview series in partnership with the Central Energy Fund which features various stakeholders in the energy sector. The series unpacks relevant issues within the sector, and provide insight into what South Africa collectively needs to do to ensure power security for all. Today we turn our focus on the African Exploration Mining and Finance Corporation. It is a state-owned mining company established to secure South Africa’s energy supply primarily through the mining and supply of coal for the generation of electricity, as well as other resources that will provide energy for the future.
Guest: Lemogang Pitsoe – CEO at African Exploration Mining and Finance Corporation
The Media Freedom Festival is set to explore the media landscape in the digital era and is taking place as we commemorate Black Wednesday in South Africa. The Media Freedom Festival is in partnership with the SABC.
Set to kick off today, the festival will be interrogating the threats and opportunities facing South African media today, what role of Artificial Intelligence in shaping the outlook of the industry and how it will impact the upcoming 2024 National Elections.
Guest: Thandi Smith - Head of Programming at Media Monitoring Africa
Guest: Prof Justine Limpitlaw – From the Link Centre Wits and electronic communications law consultant
It is estimated that more than 400 million people worldwide suffer some form of mental illness. Across the world, many organizations are calling for mental health to be considered an universal human right.
As we commemorate mental health awareness month at home, we focus on the mental health of our healthcare practitioners and how are they coping in work environments beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. How do we protect the people behind the professionals?
Guest: Dr Justin August - Chairperson of the Professional Board for Psychology at the Health Professions Council of South Africa
Before we start today’s conversation, Bryan had two carry-overs from last week. One being: What percentage of people have extended their term of their bond – is it a small or large percentage.
The answer to the first question is that this data is not readily available or publicly released. The government programme allowing first time buyers certain subsidies. It is called the first home finance and for more information they can go to firsthomefinanceenquiries@nhfc.co.za or call 010 825 2199.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The South African National Council for the Blind last week held its 44th National Conference in Polokwane under the theme: Strengthening the voice of the blind and partially sighted. The c9onference brought together key role players of government, interest groups, provincial and national member organisations. Some of the items they discussed were empowering blind and partially sighted persons to promote and defend their rights and also access to quality education.
Guest: Lewis Nzimamnde – National Director at the South African National Council for the Blind
Guest: Mamogoto Jan Mokoala – Newly elected chairperson at theSouth African National Council for the Blind
Western Cape High Court Judge, Daniel Thulare, has ruled that the original inquest into the death of Muslim Cleric and anti-apartheid activist, Imam Abdullah Haron, be overturned. Thulare read out sections of his 101-page findings, focusing on the injuries on the Imam's body. The inquest of 1970 found that no one could be held accountable for the Imam's death after 123 days in police detention. Thulare ruled that all the Security Branch Police members of the apartheid government involved in his case were guilty of murder as a result of torture.
Guest: Rodney de Kock - National deputy director of public prosecutions at the NPA
Guest: Fatiema Haron-Masoet – Daughter of the late Imam Abdullah Haron
Guest: Professor Muhammed Haron – Son of the late Imam Abdullah Haron
Professor Thabo Ditsele penned an interesting article pointing out that a people can practice their culture without necessarily speaking their native language. He sights many examples of how the different groups have seen their languages evolve into a dialect only they would understand. Afrikaans is a classic example of how it transformed from Dutch to what it is today.
Guest: Prof Thabo Ditsele - Associate Professor of Sociolinguistics and Linguistic Anthropology and an NRF-rated researcher at Tshwane University of Technology
Guest: Bronwyn Williams - Partner at flux Trends
Guest: Jermaine Christians - Founder of the 7deLaanMyNou fan base community of half a million followers and the one who created the petition.
Guest; Phill Mphela - Entertainment Commentator
To close off our coverage of this conference, we speak to the Chief Executive Officer of the Road Accident Fund to unpack the institution's medical strategy and the challenges it has faced when it comes to accounting for clinical services of claimants. He will also discuss the recent agreement the institution has signed with neighboring countries Botswana, Namibia and Swaziland. We are joined by...
Guest: Collins Letsoalo - Chief Executive Officer of the Road Accident Fund
In this panel, we discuss the purpose of the medical conference and hwo the outcomes of this conference will help road accident victims. Some of the stakeholders that are attending this event are sharing their expertise, research studies and best practice policy surrounding the management of cases. It will also look into clinical services that road agencies can provide, particularly focusing on rehabilitation. To tell us more about this, we are joined by...
Guest: Sylvia Shakwane - Senior Manager of Medical Advisory at the Road Accident Fund
Guest: Slindile Gcabashe - Claimant
Guest: Matthew McKelvey - Claimant
Some residents of the City of Tshwane metro have threatened to boycott payment of their municipal rates. Their complaint is that the delivery of basic services in the area,especially in townships, is poor. The residents say they do not see the need to pay as thei labour disput between City and SAMWU enters its fourth month.
Guest: Tshepo Mahlangu, Chairperson of Lotus, Atteridgeville, Saulsville Civic Society
Tomorrow (Thursday) is World Sight Day and one of the highlights will be on removing cataract. South Africa is said to have an estimated more than 250,000 blind people due to cataracts and 40-60%. It is also said that of those who are visually impaired, they experience vision loss as a direct result of cataracts. To find what exactly it is and what some of the signs are and also the ages that are most affected, we are joined by…
Guest: Dr Bayanda Mbambisa - Chairperson of Right to Sight (Ophthalmologist)
The issue of alcohol abuse and destruction is a major one that our country is still battling with and researchers in the field warn that more needs to be done to stop the scourge. The Department of Social Development and the Global Alcohol Policy Alliance is trying to build traction towards their conference themed: “Investing in people before profits: building momentum towards the Framework Convention on Alcohol Control. They will be looking at the impact of alcohol on gender-based violence, drunk driving on the road, regulating digital marketing of alcohol to name a few. So we are using this opportunity now to look at the painful effect of alcohol abuse in our country and the need to tighten regulations. But will is help? To discuss this, we are joined by….
Guest: Prof Charles Parry - Chair of local organising committee for the Global Alcohol Policy Conference and Director for Mental Health, Alcohol, Substance Use and Tobacco Research Unit & Chair at the South African Medical Research Council
Guest: Siza Magangoe - Chief Director, Victim Empowerment, Alcohol, substance abuse and social crime
This morning Bryan talks about ways to save on your bond repayments…
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We are coming to you live from the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. We are exploring some of the biodiversity and wildlife that can be found in our country. Also what are some of the features you and your family can enjoy while visiting this park?
Guest: Peter Gordon - Park Manager
Guest: Vusumuzi Nhlabathi - Hotel Manager
Guest: Moipone Mofokeng - Socio Economic Transformation Officer
Last week on Wednesday Kagiso Capital in partnership with Kagiso Trust and FirstRand Empowerment Foundation hosted a seminar looking at the efficacy of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment. The seminar held under the theme: under the theme “Beyond the Façade – The Bittersweet Reality of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment” featured some of the country’s leading commentators and role-players to share their views on policy.
Guest: Mr Kgotso Schoeman, CEO Kagiso Capital
Guest: Konehali Gugushe – Head of Social Investing at FirstRand Limited
Guest: Ernst van Zyl – Head of Public Relations at AfriForum
70 organizations representing civil society and academia are calling for the extension of the Presidential Employment Stimulus. The funding is set to end in March 2024. The Stimulus is at risk of not being renewed, with the final decision will be announced during the Medium Term Budget Policy Statement next month.
Evidence shows the national impact of the programme in only three years of implementation- in a short time frame, PES has become South Africa’s ace up its sleeve to building a society that works. It will take decades to solve youth unemployment; but losing the PES would mean reverting back to small-scale impact, instead of population-level impact.
Guest: Kristal Duncan - Project Lead at Youth Capital
Guest: Prof. Lauren Graham - Development Sociologist and Director of the Centre for Social Development in Africa, University of Johannesburg
Xowla also known as Stallion is a very popular music producer having worked with Big Zulu, Mduduzi Ncube and Lwah Ndlunkulu.He’s also feature in the hit song ‘’Ivolo volo”.Xowla ventured into a solo career where he released hits like Gibela featuring DJ Tira and Intando to name a few.
Guest: Xowla, aka Stallion - South African music producer
Tuesday the 3rd of October marked the 10th annual Lot Ndlovu Lecture under the theme: Key lessons on leadership and transformation from the life of Lot Ndlovu.Mncane Mthunzi Delivered the lecture where he mentioned some of the qualities Mr Ndlovu brought to the Black Management Forum. His key pillars to the organisation were, fairness, equity and justice.
Guest: Monde Ndlovu - Consultant at African Leadership Development and the son of the late Lot Ndlovu
Guest: Dr Sibongile Vilakazi – President of the Black Management Forum
Guest: Prof Wiseman Nkuhlu – Chairperson of Maduke Lot Ndlovu Legacy Trust and former president of the Black Management Forum
We continue with our 10-interview series in partnership with the Central Energy Fund. We feature various stakeholders in the energy sector. To unpack relevant issues within the sector, and provide insight into what South Africa collectively needs to do to ensure power security for all. This morning we focus on how the petrol price works and to explain it all, we are joined by...
Guest: Robert Maake - Director for Fuel Pricing Mechanism at Department of Mineral Resources and Energy
This morning we speak to Mxolisi Kaunda who is Executive mayor for the City of eThekwini. He held a press briefing on Monday announcing various measures he will be applying to improve conditions for those living under the metropolitan. He spoke about his plans to reclaim hijacked buildings, dealing with the water crises and the financial state of the metro. On a positive note, the City won an award this week for the top performing project at the annual Association of Municipal Electricity Utilities 69th Conference held in Gauteng on Tuesday.
Guest: Cllr Mxolisi Kaunda – Executive Mayor for the eThekwini Metropolitan
Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola will be launching the Masters’ Deceased Estate Online Registration System next week. The department says that the system aims to bring services closer and speedily to clients across the country thereby enhancing access to justice. We all know how difficult the process and the slow pace it takes to be completed.
Guest: Adv Kanyane Mathibe – Chief Director Strategy and Policy in the Office of the Chief Master
The Commission on Restitution of Land Rights plays an important role in the processing and restitution of land in South Africa. In recent months, the Commission has kicked off its “Know the Status of your Land Claim” campaign. The campaign has called for members of communities who have lodged their land claims (cut-off December 1998) to visit the commission’s offices to check the status reports of their outstanding claims.
Guest(Studio): Ms Nomfundo Ntloko - Chief Land Claims Commissioner at the Commission on Restitution of Land Rights
South Africa has one of the highest rates of Foetal Alcohol Syndrome in the world. The country continues to grapple with the highest FASD rates globally, with some regions in the Western Cape recording rates as high as 31% of children born with FASD, and parts of the Northern Cape not far behind at 28%. The medical condition is incurable and Our next guest highlights the importance of prevention programmes and education within communities.
Guest: Dr Angelique Coetzee - Medical Doctor and Chairperson of South African United Business Confederation's health committee
The Eastern Cape Development Agency has recently concluded their 3rd investment conference last week. This gathering brought government, business leaders and entrepreneurs together.
Guest: Ayanda Wakaba – CEO of the Eastern Cape Development Agency
Guest: Vuyani Jarana – Board chairperson of the Eastern Cape Development Agency
Mandla Hermanus - SANTACO Provincial chair in the Western Cape
Hishaam Emeran -Prasa CEO
Councillor Rob Quintas - Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, City of Cape Town
Bryan carries on from last week's programme when one has reached retirement, you have options regarding different types of annuities.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Amp; Associates (Pty) Limited
Guest: Mayor Geordine Hill Lewis - Mayor of the City of Cape Town
The City is taking the lead this Transport month by hosting an Urban Mobility Summit about public transport reform.
Guest: Nkosingiphile Seyama - Secretary General of the Swazis first Democratic Front.
Guest: Kenneth Kunene - General Secretary of the Communist Party of Swaziland
Guest: Rebone Tau - Political analyst and Research fellow of the Institute of Pan-African Thought and Conversational at UJ
Guest: Prof. Lesiba Teffo - Political Analyst and Research Director at the Democracy and Governance Program at the University of South Africa
Guest: Solly Moeng - Brand reputation management advisor and MD of strategic corporate communications consultancy DonValley and columnist.
Ever since the KZN floods and how the municipalities there have battled to deal with the disaster, concerns have been raised at how local government responds. Climate change has become a reality and just recently even currently, the Western cape and Eastern Cape are involved in mop-up operations after being hit by floods which have claimed several lives.
Guest: Dr Gary Koekemoer – Chair of the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa in the Eastern Cape
Guest: Jomo Nyambi - Co-chairperson of the parliamentary ad-hoc Joint Committee on Flood Disaster Relief and Recovery
Guest: Martin Meyer -DA Member of the KZN Legislature Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs
This week, we have received numerous voice notes from concerned listeners of our show who are asking questions surrounding the broadcast of Springbok matches during the Rugby World Cup. According to reports, the deal reached between the SABC and Multichoice outlined that the SABC is not allowed to air the 16 games on the eMedia platform, OpenView. There are 3,2 million viewers who watch SABC channels through the OpenView platform.
Guest:Ian Plaatjes – COO at the SABC
We continue with our 10-interview series in partnership with the Central Energy Fund. We feature various stakeholders in the energy sector. To unpack relevant issues within the sector, and provide insight into what South Africa collectively needs to do to ensure power security for all.
Guest: Gaylor Montmasson-Clair - Senior Economist and Facilitator of the South African Renewable Energy Masterplan
The Road Accident Fund (RAF) says its overall audit outcome has improved compared to the prior year. This despite the Fund recording a deficit of 8.43-billion-rand in the 2022/23 financial compared to the over 400-million-rand surplus in the previous financial year. The Fund's CEO,Collins Letsoalo held a media briefing where he also outlined new measures that the fund will be applying like not paying out foreign nationals who suffer injuries from accidents on South African roads.
Guest: Collins Letsoalo – CEO of the Road accident Fund
Often for those living with someone suffering from dementia, the journey is a very tough and difficult one. People living with alzeheimers turn to forget and say all sorts of things that can be very draining to family members. So this morning, we’ve invited a social worker to educate us about the support family members need to give to those suffering from this disease.
Guest: Welma Geldenhuys - Senior Social Worker at the Association for Dementia and Alzheimer’s of South Africa
This morning, Bryan is answering your frequently asked questions for the month of September. As always, you are more than welcome to call in with your questions for Bryan.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last week the South African Human Rights Commission released their report indicating that KwaZulu-Natal municipalities have infringed on residents' right to clean drinking water. Provincial authorities have blamed ageing infrastructure and maintenance failures. We then spoke to the Human Rights Commission about the report and also invited the Department of Water and Sanitation, but they asked us to allow them to study the report so that they can respond.
Guest: Rismati Mathye – Deputy Director-General in the Department of Water and Sanitation
We speak now toTracey Webster, Chief Executive of the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust. She’s says that a “seismic shift” in the education system is required to break the cycle of poverty and inequality in the country. One of the things she highlights is that South Africa is well aware of the issues that persist in the education system and has the skills and resources to address them. However, she says it will require genuine collaboration between leaders in civil society, academia, philanthropy, the private sector and government to ensure every person has access to quality education at every phase of their journey. This she revealed when launching their Education Research Report earlier this month. T
Guest : Tracey Webster - Chief Executive of the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust
Guest : Kay Walsh - Managing Director of Nova Economics (She wrote the part of report focusing on Higher Education)
Guest : Bailey Corder - Chief Operations Officer at the Oppenheimer Memorial Trust (the higher education portfolio)
We close off the show with Kwaito legend Zola 7. He does not need much of an introduction. He’s been in the news for so many good reason: He was recently appointed as a "creative sector ambassador" by Arts and Culture Minister Zizi Kodwa and he has been honoured with an Ubuntu and Art of Giving Award. He was also featured on the SABC 1 documentary series, Certified Classics, on the cultural impact of his debut album: Mdlwembe and how he formed part of the blueprint of Kwaito as a genre. He joins us to talk about his journey....
Guest: Bonginkosi Dlamini – Kwaito artist, actor, writer, TV presenter, and poet
Guest: Nkululeko Dunga - MMC for Finance in the City of Ekurhuleni
Guest: Thembelihle -Kwa-Thema residents
This morning we turn our focus on the City of Ekurhuleni as they went on what they call an aggressive campaign to collect revenue from companies that defaulted on their bills. On the other hand, residents in some of the areas under the municipality have gone on the rampage in protest against a lack of water especially in Kwa-Thema and surrounding areas. So we’ve invited both MMCs, for finance and water issues to talk to us and answer concerns from residents. Let’s welcome now…
Guest: Nomzwanele Mngoma – SABC journalist in the Eastern Cape (She will talk about her experiences covering the poverty stories)
Guest: Corene Conradie – Gift of the Givers Coordinator in the Eastern Cape (She has been on the ground a lot, seen homes with no food, also knows about the mama who killed her children last month, hungry school children in very desperate situations)
Guest: Muziki Solana - Spokesperson for the Department of Social Development in the Eastern Cape
Guest: Mugwena Maluleke - General Secretary of South African Democratic Teachers' Union
One sad province in our country is no doubt the Eastern Cape. You may remember just a few weeks ago that a mother poisoned her three children then took hr own life. This comes just a month after another mother in the same province also killed her three children and committed suicide. Police and some of the NGOs suspect this has to do with poverty and hunger. What exactly is going on in the Eastern Cape and just how bad is the hunger situation? Also what sort of intervention programmes are there from government?
Earlier this week, the South African Human Rights Commission released a new report responding to an inquiry in relation to the KZN water crisis. Over the past year, the chapter nine institution has investigated this inquiry after receiving over 600 complaints from residents.
Guest: Chris Nissen - Commissioner at the South African Human Rights Commission
PCOS is an endocrine (hormonal) condition that affects both girls and women but is often only diagnosable in women of reproductive age. Some of its signs include heavy, irregular or even absent periods, excess facial and body hair, oily skin and acne, and small cysts on the ovaries.
Guest: Karen Bester, Medical Trainee at Lamelle Pharmaceuticals
Our next guest is hosting their inaugural #WalkwithMaxeke 5km Fundraising initiative in partnership with Freedom Park Heritage Site and Museum. #WalkwithMaxeke Fundraiser will be commemorating 83 years of Mme Charlotte Maxeke’s passing with the core objective of supporting the Future Leaders, Future Farmers Initiative.
Guest: Nonhlanhla Msomi - Project Lead at the Charlotte Mannya-Maxeke Institute (CMMI)
Director of the EPWP Vukuphile Contrcator development programme, this is one of the sub-programmes of the EPWP
Guest: Thembani Mackaukau, Director of EPWP Vukuphile Contrcator Development Programme
Guest: Sihle Zikalala,Minister of Public Works
Guest: Tshepiso Ramufhi, Director Construction Management at department of public works
Department of Public Works is hosting an Imbizo, where the minister Sihle Zikalala will be engaging public on benefits and challenges for Women and Youth in Construction
Saturday saw the burial of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi who passed away at the age of 95.A lot of good things were said at the funerals by those who were given the chance to speak. But then as we all know that the man has a very dark history that we can’t just forget.So this morning we thought to look at the African way of remembering somebody as we are taught through history to not speak ill of the dead? Wars have been fought among different tribes, how then did they deal with the memories?
Guest: Dr Zulumathabo Zulu – African historian and author who is with the Madisebo University
Guest: Mbuso Khoza - Cultural practitioner, singer and song writer and actor
The Department of Social Development has been doing road shows consulting children on the National Strategic Plan on Gender Based Violence and Femicide. This plan is the country’s blueprint document in dealing with the scourge of GBV and femicide. However, speaking to children on this, the department says that they (children) say that it is not child friendly and sadly it has forgotten them and men.
Guest: Lumka Oliphant – Spokesperson for the Department of Social Development
We are joined in studio this morning by Tessa Dooms and Ebony Chutel. They co-wrote a book entitled, Coloured: How Classification Became Culture. One of the most popular and common phrases used generally is that of 'Not being black enough or white enough’– If you identify as 'Coloured'.
Guest: Tessa Dooms - Director at the Rivonia Circle
Guest: Lynsey Ebony Chutel - Journalist and writer
Bongeziwe Mabandla soothes us into the weekend with his brand new album ‘amaXesha’. He will be kicking off his Southern African tour in a few days which was sparked by three sold-out album release shows in Johannesburg and Cape Town in June this year.
Guest: Bongeziwe Mabandla – IsiXhosa folk artist
Residents under the Buffalo City Municipality have taken their municipality to court disputing the inconsistent billing they are getting from the municipality. The municipality is reportedly deducting 80% of the electricity purchase so that this amount can go towards outstanding arrears. The other complaint residents are raising is that even houses that are not occupied as the owners live oversees, the billing comes very high.
Guest: Sthandiwe Velaphi – Journalist with the Daily Dispatch
Guest: Samkelo Ngwenya – Spokesperson for the Buffalo City Municipality
Guest: Leonard Ncumbese –Founder of the Community Dialogues
Gabon's new military leader says he plans to maintain relations with France, despite Paris condemning the coup there two weeks ago. The junta-appointed Prime Minister Raymond Ndong Sima says there is a need to maintain the link because of the French investors involved in the country's mining and oil industries.
Guest(Studio): Nixon Kathembo - Channel Africa Producer and Africa Affairs Analyst
Guest(Texas via Zoom): Professor Toyin Falola - Professor of History at the University of Texas
Guest(Gabon): Lyonel Bonbon –Gabonese politician
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has been accused of nepotism after appointing his son as one of a new set of ministers following his controversial re-election last month. It's reported that Mnangagwa named his son David Kudakwashe, deputy finance minister as part of the parliament's youth quota. He also reportedly appointed his nephew, Tongai Mnangagwa, the deputy tourism minister.
Guest: Karam Singh - Executive Director at Corruption Watch
Guest: Dudu Msomi –Founder and CEO of Busara Leadership Partners
Guest: Cynthia Schoeman - Managing Director of Ethics Monitoring & Management Services
DKMS Africa says that it’s leveraging its annual Sunflower Day this coming Friday (15 September) to appeal for more blood stem cell donors. They have been engaging the media sending out stories of some of the people who paased on simply because they could not find matching donors. So this morning we thought to talk about understanding some of the blood cancers and also why it’s important for many of us to start donating.
Guest: Dr Sharlene Parasnath - Clinical Haematologist at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital
Guest: Palesa Mokomele - Head of Community Engagement & Communications
Bryan carries on from last weeks programme when one has reached retirement, you have options regarding the different types of annuities.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
A student activist has written to the SA Human Rights Commission to investigate the human rights violations that have taken place in the 2023 academic year by the student financial aid scheme, NSFAS. In the application, our next guest highlights the defunding of students and the implementation of the new payment system as examples of how students have been stripped of their human dignity.
This is not the first chapter nine institution he has approached, he has written to the Public Protector calling for the investigation into the financial aid scheme back in July 2023. Last week, the financial aid scheme appeared before Parliament to answer questions on the dire state of affairs at the agency.
Guest: William Sezoe - outgoing SRC Vice-Chairperson at Stellensbosch University
Last Friday the 8th of September marked International Literacy Day with initiatives from many organisations all trying to interest people in reading.The big question is how can we jointly win this battle? Could it help if we also prioritised reading in our mother tongues? Also how do we compete with children who seem to be more interested in their phones than reading books?
Guest: Dr Yanga Majola - Tshwane University of Technology lecturer at the Department of Applied Languages
Guest(Studio): Yamkela Tywakadi - Author of 15 books who writes in English, Isixhosa and IsiZulu
There has been mixed reactions to the passing of Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi over the weekend. Many commentators referred to him as someone with a mixed legacy, from the conflict between the ANC and IFP in the 90s later to peacemaker. Also the leadership role he played the royal house of KwaZulu-Natal.
Guest: Dr Mosibudi Mangena – Former Minister of Science and technology also former president of AZAPO
Guest: Prof Mary de Haas, Violence monitoring expert
Guest: David Letsoalo – Sankarist, an activist and Law academic
Mandla Mlangeni is no stranger to the jazz scene in our country. He and hisAmandla Freedom Ensemble have been doing a lot of politically themed performances and recently released a new album entitled Oratorio of a Forgotten Youth. He now joins us in studio to talk about his offering and journey through jazz…..
Guest :Mandla Mlangeni – Trumpeter Standard Bank Young Artist Award winner for Jazz
Focus: During our open line this morning, an anonymous caller shared their painful experience trying to access their social grant this week. After that call, the show was inundated with callers who have been left in the same situation. We reached out to officials at the South African Social Security Agency and Postbank to get an update on whether the payment system difficulties had been resolved, what communication platforms had been put in place to reach beneficiaries that have been affected and what beneficiaries are expected to survive until the issue is resolved. We are joined...
Guest: Dr. Bongani Diako - National Spokesperson of PostBank
Stand-up comedian David Kau marks 19 years of his Blacks Only Comedy show this year. When one speaks to comedians, they will tell you that most of their material derives from politicians. So this year, the show is themed: Coalition Pact which he say was inspired by the current political climate. He now joins us in studio to talk about the show, how they come up with material, the business side of things, and the growth of comedy in the country
Guest (Studio): David Kau – Stand-up comedian
The South African Local Government Association this week held a National Members Assembly in Ekurhuleni at the Birchwood Hotel which was attended by leaders and stakeholders in local government across the country. The main issue of the gathering was to look at what the vision of local government was, and what has transpired over the years.
Speaking at the gathering, SALGA’s President Bheke Stofile said that while remaining mindful and appreciative of the progress made by the sector, there should be a reminder that at the time of the development of the new democratic system of local government, certain policy assumptions were made as to what the system would focus on and how it would be resourced and supported.
Guest: Samkelo Janda – Chairperson: Governance and Intergovernmental Relations Working Group at SALGA
We continue with this 10-interview series in partnership with the Central Energy Fund which features various stakeholders in the energy sector. The series unpacks relevant issues within the sector, and provide insight into what South Africa collectively needs to do to ensure power security for all.
Guest: Gadibolae Dihlabi – Managing Director, Liquified Petroleum Gas Association of South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa yesterday (Tuesday) apologised for the delay in concluding lifestyle audits on members of the executive. He says that this was as a result of him intervening and demanding that the initial process be abandoned in favour of a more comprehensive process. He was responding to Parliamentary questions in the National Assembly where he said that the process is under way and he expects it to be concluded soon.
Guest: Reuben Maleka – Spokesperson for the Public Servants Association
Guest: Stefanie Fick · Executive Director of Accountability Division at Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse
Cervical cancer is said to be the fourth most common cancer among women internationally. In South Africa is is said to be the second most common cancer among women between 15 and 44 years of age.Another fact is that more than 95% of cases of cervical cancer are caused by human papillomavirus. Doctors now say that men are not immune either and are also at risk of developing penile, throat, and anal cancer due to HPV.
Guest: Dr Jason Bennett – Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the Mediclinic Tygerberg Hospital
Today Bryan re-visits retirement planning in relation to where you are, the future build up and ultimately retirement.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last week’s fire tragedy that claimed the lives of 78 people at the Usindiso building in Johannesburg became a perfect opportunity for political blame shifting and scoring. The sad part about such tragedies is that leadership never acts before something like this happens.
Guest: Rev Dr Tshawane – Author of a book entitled: The Rainbow Nation: The vision of the beloved South African Community – It's a book based on Desmond Tutu’s legacy and principles
Guest: Lorenzo Davids - CEO of the Development Impact Fund
Guest: Rev Mpho Molebatsi - Social Commentator
The scourge of gender-based violence in our country
continues unabated. Every day in the news we hear of stories
of women being beaten or killed by their partners. Often we are
given stats around how many women continue to face abuse.
So this morning we hear straight from two women who will be
sharing their experience at the hands of abusive partners. It is
their experience that lead them to start an NGO in their neighbourhood to help women and men who find themselves in abusive relationships.
Guest(Studio): Nonkululeko Mthembu – Co-founder of
Usukulwethu Foundation
Guest(Studio): Nozipho Pule - Co-founder of Usukulwethu
Foundation
Guest (TELEPHONE): Nomfundo Mogapi – CEO of the Centre
for Mental Wellness and Leadership
The Human Sciences Research Council is currently
running the 20th edition of the South African Social Attitudes
Survey. The national survey measures the perceptions of the
public on a range of issues such as crime, service delivery, race
relations, poverty, etc. In it's latest round of data collection,
the survey seeks to ask participants about voter participation.
The questionnaire will look into the Democratic landscape and
the voting intentions of society. This data will form part of the
IEC's preparations ahead of the 2024 national elections.
Guest (TELEPHONE): Dr. Benjamin Roberts - Research
Director at the HSRC and Coordinator of the South African
Social Attitudes Survey
A few days ago, the Health Department, Africa Centre
for Disease Control and Prevention, Africa Health Business and
the South African Chapter of the BRICS Business Council held a
dialogue about collaboration in dealing with future pandemics.
The discussions focused on what they say is a potential African
Union and BRICS framework of cooperation with regard to
Pandemic Preparedness, Prevention, Response and Recovery.
Health Minister Dr Joe Phaahla joins us in studio to talk about
some of the outcomes and benefits for the country
Guest (STUDIO): Stavros Nicolaou - Head of the BRICS
Business Council
This morning we usher in the weekend with Maleh, real name Malehloka Hlalele. Very popular within the South African music scene returning with a powerful album titled Lerato Laka.
Guest (Studio): Maleh (Real name Malehloka Hlalele) – Afro-soul musician
Jessica Mbangeni is a very popular female Imbongi who has done a lot in her career as a poet, entrepreneur and now a Bishop. She has been traveling the world lately posting on social media from different countries.
Guest (Studio): Dr Bishop Jessica Mbangeni – Poet, Imbongi and entrepreneur
The South African Local Government Association in KwaZulu-Natal has called on government to provide councillors with security in light of escalating attacks and killings. Provincial SALGA Chairperson Thami Ntuli says this follows the assassination of Msunduzi ward 41 councillor Mabhungu Mkhize last week, at Imbali outside Pietermaritzburg. Earlier this month, NFP councillor Ntombenhle Mchunu was brutally murdered at KwaNongoma. Ntuli elaborates. In the previous 10 months 17 councillors were killed in that province. Is Salga’s proposal practical seeing how councils battle with providing services to communities?
Guest: Sboniso Mngadi – Spokesperson for the KZN Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: KwaneleNcalane – Spokesperson for theKZN Community Safety and Liaison
Guest: Thami Ntuli – Chairperson of SALGA in KZN
Guest: Martin Meyer -DA KZN Spokesperson on COGTA
Our next guestNontobeko Gcabashe says that she believes social cohesion is possible through grassroots women leaders, provided they are given the platform to showcase their capabilities. She is Programme Manager of Kagisano at Afesis-corplan and they are setting up a community development programme which they say seeks to work hand-in-hand with community structures to prevent collective violence inclusive of gender-based violence (GBV), taxi wars, xenophobic attacks, gang wars.
Guest: Nontobeko Gcabashe - Programme Manager of Kagisano at Afesis-corplan
Guest: Bertha Chiguvare – Programme Coordinator at Lawyers for Human Rights (Implementing the programme in Limpopo)
Last week we spoke to Floyd Brink who is city manager for the City of Johannesburg. A question was posed to him from a listener regarding the electricity billing in Johannesburg. Let’s take a listen to the question and the response Brink gave….
Guest: Tshifularo Mashava – CEO of City Power
Health experts say that Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD is a condition that is often misdiagnosed. Not only that, but plagued by myths and misunderstandings, particularly regarding treatment. It is said to affect approximately 1 in 20 children and stays with them into adulthood where we see about 1-million adults in South Africa.
Guest: Prof Renata Schoeman - Psychiatrist and Head of Healthcare Leadership at Stellenbosch Business School and convenor of the 4th Southern African Multidisciplinary ADHD Congress
Guest: Dr Meryn Young - Specialist psychiatrist and member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
This morning, Bryan is answering your frequently asked questions for the month of August.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Climate change and energy policy affects us all on the daily basis. Last year, South Africa has committed that it would implement the Just EnergyTransition Partnership if it could access concessional loans and grants to the value of USD$1,5 trillion. Since these negotations, various non-state actors may work behind the scenes to dilute the nation’s response to climate change or energy mix. The public has a right to know whether non-state entities are using bilateral meetings and other fora to influence public policy to protect their profits instead of our future.
Guest: Tracey Davies - Executive Director of Just Share (Non-profit shareholder activism organisation)
Guest: Caroline James - Advocacy Co-ordinator at amaBhungane (Non-profit centre for investigative journalism)
When opposition parties gathered to discuss a united front in un-sitting the ANC in next year’s elections, one of our listeners remarked that they did not see a representation of women.The Multi-Party Charter for South Africa was only presented by parties led by men. As we build-up to the 2024 elections, it seems like the future of women will again be determined by the men leading these parties.Even within the ruling party, some of the women who raised their hands form the position of president were not supported by their fellow women. In light of this, we thought to look at what has happened to the voice of women in politics.The women of 1956 marched by themselves without the involvement of men and changed the narrative. So what is happening today?
Guest: Mandisa Mashego - Project Director: South African Electoral Reforms at New Nation Movement
Guest: Nomsa Marchesi – Former DA MP and now with Rise Mzansi
Guest: Qaanitah Hunter - Assistant Editor: Politics and Opinions at News24
Today (Monday 28 August) marks exactly 60 years since Dr Martin Luther King Jr made his famous “I have dream” speech in 1963.
60 years down the line, has Dr Martin Luther’s dream been fulfilled in the USA?The fact that America already had a black president and currently has a deputy who is female and black, is this proof enough that the country has transformed since Dr King made the speech was made?
Guest: Dr. Felicia Wilson Young - Education officer at the U.S. Agency for International Development
Guest: Dr Dinesh Sharma - Cultural psychologist and internationally acclaimed author, one of his books being ‘The Global Obama’
We are coming to you live from the Sandton Convention Centre where leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa are meeting for the 15th BRICS summit to discuss closer cooperation and sustainable growth.
Guest: Busisiwe Mabuza - Chairperson of the BRICS Business Council
We continue our coverage of the 15th BRICS summit at the Sandton Convention Centre where leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa are meeting to discuss closer cooperation and sustainable growth.
Guest: Lerato Mataboge - DDG of Trade and Investment at the Department of Trade and Industry
This coming Wednesday, the 23rd of August Zimbabweans will be going to the polls. Sadly though, commentators believe that there won’t be any surprises as Zanu-PF is likely to stay in power. Nelson Chamisa’s Citizens Coalition for Change is expected to gain a lot of votes, but as history has shown, many Zimbabweans on social media feel that Zanu-PF is not going anywhere.
Guest: Chris Maroleng – CEO of Good Governance Africa
Guest: Hopewell Chinono – Zimbabwean journalist, documentary film director and anti-corruption activist
Guest: Nixon Kathembo - African Affairs analyst and Channel Africa Producer
As the strike by SAMWU at the City of Tshwane continues over a wage increase, residents are battling to deal with a lack of services like refuse collection and other services rendered by the municipality. So in light of this, we thought to find out what is the recourse for affected residents on the ground under such situations. We’ve invited the office of the City of Johannesburg Ombudsman to educate us as residents over some of the cases they deal with. For instance, can the municipality bill you for a period like this where services were not rendered due to a strike? Are you justified in refusing to pay for the affected month? Also what is it that the office of the Ombudsman does and what kind of cases do they deal with? To educate us on this
Guest: Adv Sbu Gumede - Ombudsman for the City of Johannesburg
It was on this day (August 17th) in 1982 that academic and anti-apartheid activist Ruth First was assassinated by the apartheid regime through a parcel bomb while working at the Eduardo Mondlane University in Maputo. She has played a huge role in the fight against that brutal system and has been arrested a couple of times. As a journalist she exposed a lot of the atrocities committed by farmers on black labours, something the then regime would never allow to be published. Sadly, too many young people don’t know much about her today. So we though to invite her daughter and former fellow-comrade who was there when the explosion happened to share their memories of this great freedom fighters
Guest: Shawn Slovo – Daughter of Ruth First and Joe Slovo
Guest: Pallo Jordan – Former Minister of Arts and Culture in the Mbeki cabinet and also anti-apartheid activist
This week, the stage is set for another big meeting of political parties as the Democratic Alliance hosts the Moonshot Pact convention. Major players in the opposition benches of Parliament are set to attend the two-day gathering to discuss a pre-election Coalition agreement among the stakeholders and unseat the African National Congress in the next election.
Over the weekend, reports began to surface two key stakeholders attending the convention shared their concerns surrounding the DA's intentions regarding working with the ANC in next year's elections. This is after a document was circulated on at least 15 instances where senior officials of the Democratic Alliance has hinted at possibly working with the ANC. The parties have called for all parties to sign a declaration that it would not enter into any agreement with the governing party. In this hour, we discuss what are the implications of development on the eve of the convention and consider if the convention will end with no consensus. We are joined by...
Guest: Kgothatso Madisa - Political Reporter at the Sunday Times
Guest: Lulu White - Founder and CEO at the Elections Management Consulting Agency of Africa (EMCA)
Guest: Michael Beaumont - ActionSA National Chairperson
Our next guest has set her sights on addressing some of the challenges that small to medium business owners face in the Johannesburg region and support their voice in the business community. She also wants to use her appointment as an opportunity to create more conducive environment for trade by overcoming some of the service delivery challenges facing the region. We are joined by...
Guest: Constance Mashaba - President of the Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Since the start of the new semester, campuses around the country have been protesting against the new payment system implemented this year and the defunding of student beneficiaries. This week, NSFAS held a media briefing addressing the teething problems with the new payment system and the reasons behind why they have stood behind defunding students midway through the academic year. They have also held meetings with the institutions of higher learning given the protest action. In this hour, we speak to the fund to address the queries that have been made by students and parents alike. We also speak to student representative councils on the state of campuses in the last few weeks and how beneficiaries on ground have been left stranded by these decisions. We are joined by…
Guest : Keamogetswe Masike - SRC President at Tshwane University of Technology (He was suspended after the protests)
Guest : Phiwokuhle Qabaka - SRC President at University of Stellenbosch
Guest (TELEPHONE): Slumezi Skosana - Spokesperson of National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Our next guest has been in the music industry for the past 25 years and is a multi-award winning gospel visionary. This journey started at the tender age of 15 years old as a member of Joyous Celebration. Since going solo in 2011, she has amassed over 100 million YouTube views for her music. This morning, she joins us in-studio to talk about her latest album
Guest (IN-STUDIO): Ntokozo Mbambo - Artist, Voice Coach and
We are joined now by renowned South African guitarist, Billy Monama and legendary South African artists like Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse.You may wonder why? Well, they are bring us closer to our past to help us reimagine our future during Heritage Month. They and other acclaimed South African artist will host a one-night-only limited-ticket concert called Mayibuye iAfrika: The Freedom Songs. To tell us more on this and why they deem this important, the two gentlemen now join us in studio
Guest(Studio): Billy Monama – Renowned South African Guitarist
Guest(Studio): Sipho Mabuse – South African internationally acclaimed musician
Today we go back to the Enoch Mgijima Municipality to find out what has happened since the last time we spoke to them in February of this year (2023). Residents were complaining about a lack of water and unreliable electricity supply. They were in the news recently when the Hawks raided their offices in connection with R15-million that was spent for an incomplete Lesseyton Sports Facility that got residents fuming. To find out about the current state of the municipality and whether services have improved, we are joined by…..
Guest: Paul Mahlasela – Chief Financial officer at the Enoch Mgijima Municipality
Guest:Cllr Mandilakhe Matsolo – EFF Councillor in the Enoch Mgijima Municipality
Guest: Tokkie Deysel – Senior DA Councillor at the Enoch Mgijima Municipality
This morning, Bryan unpacks the importance of financial planning for women. But as always, he will also deal with any other financial questions you may have....
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
In recent weeks, we have been holding a series of panel discussions focusing on democracy and our engagement in its practices. As you all know, we are a few months away from another elective cycle where we will be presented with a myriad of colourful campaign promises.Today, we turn our attention to the youth and their relationship with elections as a democratic practice.
In this discussion, we look at two different perspectives on how young people could engage with the 2024 elections and if they will galvanize their power as the largest voting demographic to create change. One of my guests believes that young people should not vote and feels that it would send a message to political parties. My second guest believes that it is in our inaction that our nation will only further deteriorate. We are joined by…
Guest: Tshepiso Mangano - President of South African Youth Business Chamber
Guest: Siphelele Chirwa - Chief Executive Officer of Activate! ChangeDrivers
The Public Service Association in KZN says that there is a severelack of proper water supply in the uMkhanyakude District, with a particular focus on the dire situation at Bethesda Hospital. They are painting a very bad picture of what is happening on the ground regarding the water situation. The Health Department on the other had is still trying to establish the facts indicating that this has not come to their attention. To find out what is going on there and how long the problem has been going on for, we are joined by….
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu – Provincial manager for the Public Service Association in KZN
Some of the small parties that attended the national dialogue on coalition governments were not too happy saying that this will only benefit the bigger parties. Concerns they raised is that legislation has already been drafted which makes a mockery of the dialogue. Having seen how coalitions at local government level have collapsed with constant motions of no confidence being tabled so often, was this dialogue effective? Also is there really a future for coalition governments in our democracy? To help us through this discussion, we are joined by....
Guest: Professor Mashupye Maserumule - Executive Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and professor of public affairs at the Tshwane University of Technology (He and Dr Ndletyana wrote a discussion document for the Presidency on this issue)
Guest General Bantu Holomisa – Leader of the United Democratic Movement
Our next guest is often introduced as South Africa’s first Lady of Song after she burst onto the music scene back in 2000. She has worked alongside some of the country’s biggest artists from Brothers of Peace to Trompies. Over the past two decades, she has managed to crossed cultural, age & language barriers. With 11 official languages in SA, Tamara’s music has been described as the ‘unofficial language’; celebrating the heart & soul of South Africa. Today, she joins us in studio to talk about her new music and her role in the upcoming Phenomenal Women concert…
Guest : Tamara Dey - Singer and Songwriter
New technologies and innovations are reshaping our world and its futures. However, the disparity between women and men concerning digital adoption is still high. According to the International Telecommunication Union report, more than 50% of women around the world are still offline. This leaves them without access to digital services.
In the technology sector, women and girls remain underreprsented across the creation, use, and regulation of the industry. This leaves them with fewer opportunities to work and participate in the space. In this discussion, we talk about what are ways in which we can close that gap. We are joined by…
Guest : James Donald, Executive Director the DBE’s E3 Programme
Local researchers have conducted a study looking into over 100 food items you find a grocery story. The aim of the study was not only to look at their nutritional value but to also compare their cost. Given the impact of inflation, important food items have sky-rocketed in price and has forced some consumers to consider alternatives. However, not all consumers can make necessary changes without sacrificing key items at the till. In this hour, we look at the ways at which we can navigate these tough economic times while still putting bread on the table. We are joined by…
Guest(IN-STUDIO): Arthur Ramoroko - Corporate Nutritionist at Tiger Brands
Guest(ZOOM): Dr. Julie Smith - Researcher at the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice & Dignity Group
Madibeng Municipality has been in the news for many years mostly for poor service delivery, bad quality of water and bad roads being the major ones.Villages are also very hard hit by water shortages. This is the same municipality that returned more than 100-million rands of much needed funds back to treasury which the mayor apologised for. He blamed his officials for this.To talk more on this and how the municipality is planning to turn things around, we are joined by...
Guest: CllrDouglas Maimane – Mayor of Madibeng Municipality
Guest: Lucas Ledwaba – City Press journalist (He recently did a story on Madibeng, will be on assignment, but will take your call, we can release him maybe after 15 minutes)
Guest:Tlhabane Diutlwileng Diutlwileng - 1st Deputy President of Save Madibeng Civic Movement
In the latest Progress in International Reading Literacy Study, eight out of 10 South African school children struggle to read by the age of ten. This statistic has not only highlighted the state of education in the country but it was also heralded a call to action among civil society and business. Our next guests have formed a partnership that is committed to addressing the literacy crisis in South Africa. They are reaching thousands of learners and teachers by making access to learning support resources available online. We are joined by...
Guest: Michelle Lissoos - Executive Director at iSchoolAfrica
In recent years, there has been a rise in cosmetic procedures with many seeking dermal fillers and injectable in the pursuit of looking youthful. However, the practice of aesthetic medicine is about much more than reshaping a patient’s appearance. To help us unpack the risks associated to aesthetic medicine and what people should look out for when seeking treatment advice, we are joined by…
Guest: Dr Reza Mia - Aesthetic Expert & Owner of Anti-Aging Art Medical Aesthetic and Holistic Wellness Centre
Yesterday, Build One South Africa announced the first two dozen candidates for the upcoming 2024 elections. During the media briefing, the party unveiled a five step recruitment process in a new approach to deploying members of a political party. Since the South Africa uses the proportional representation system to elect leaders, we vote for the party and have no real say on the party list. In this discussion, we explore whether there should be full transparency in the selection and deployment of party members to public office. We are joined by…
Guest (TELEPHONE): Sandile Swana - Political Analyst and Governance Specialist
Guest: Mfutho Yolokazi – Political analyst (she also works at the Centre for Human Rights at the Pan African Parliament, but says she’s happy with just Political Analyst)
Guest (ZOOM): Mudzuli Rakhivhane - Head of Candidate Recruitment at Build One South Africa
The South African Men’s Forum is calling for a united front in dealing with deaths at initiation schools. They have expressed their sadness at the deaths of 17 initiates this winter in the Eastern Cape. Some of the demands they are making is that the names of all boys who died be published, those who are accountable for the deaths be arrested and that the Justice Department and the relevant authorities remove the secrecy around the deaths.To talk about whether their call can help in stopping the deaths, we are joined by...
Guest: Rev. Joshua Mtamyelwa - Gauteng Chairperson for the South African Men’s Forum
Guest: Zolani Mliva - secretary-general of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa
Guest: Dr Zulumathabo Zulu - Research Scientist, Director of Madisebo University Research Institute and Metaphysical Scientist
As the economic situation is getting more difficult, some tenants are finding it hard to pay for rent. But as you know that there are always legalities when it comes to evicting a person from your property. So we thought to invite property experts to help us understand the process and what landlords should know. Let’s welcome now...
Guest: Sphiwe Mthimkhulu - Training Manager at Dineo Properties
Guest: Dilen Heerschop – Director at du Toit Burger Attorneys (Legal consultant for Fitzanne Estates)
Over the weekend, the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development partner with civil organizations in Krugersdorp to engage on gender-based violence. A year ago, West Village was the site of a gang rape that saw eight women violated. The aim of this engagement was to empower the community through sharing the new legislation surrounding sexual offenses and services available to those who affected by gender-based violence. To tell us more, we are joined by....
Guest: Advocate Praise Kambula - Chief Director: Promotion of the Rights of Vulnerable Groups at the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Guest: Kerryn Rehse – Policy Advocacy and Research Officer at Mosaic Training and Healing Services
Our guest for the Friday Wind Down today is South African jazz trumpeter and singer Ndumiso Nyovane. He has played with so many internationally acclaimed musicians and toured the world performing in so many countries. He joins us now in our make-shift studio to talk about his musical journey.........
Guest: Ndumiso Nyovane - South African jazz trumpeter and singer
As we continue to build up to the 2024 national elections, many of you have been expressing how you feel about the various political parties and what they stand for.This past weekend the EFF held their 10th year birthday celebrations where they spoke about what they would do should they be voted into power. On the other hand, the ruling ANC structures like the Youth League, Women’s League and this past weekend was the Veterans League were all talking about how they are going to restore the public’s faith in the party. But judging from comments made by ordinary South African on unemployment, loadshedding, poor service delivery and so many other issues, we thought to talk about the disconnect between the political parties and the ordinary South African and just how much more can we take from unfulfilled promises? To help in leading this conversation, we are joined by....
Guest: Prof. Bhekithemba Mngomezulu - Director of the Centre for the Advancement of Non-Racialism and Democracy (CANRAD) at the Nelson Mandela University
Guest : Mark Heywood - Editor of Maverick Citizen (Will speak as someone who has been fighting for the voiceless)
Guest: Dr Anthony Masha – Social realist, academic based at the Walter Sisulu University
Last week Thursday on the Municipal Watch we spoke to China Dodovu who is Chairperson of Parliament’s Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Water and Sanitation and Human Settlements who was on a oversight visit to some of the municipalities in Gauteng. When it came to Emfuleni, he described it as a “sad story” referring to service delivery and allegations of corruption.
Guest:Hassan Mako– MMC for Finance at Emfuleni Local Municipality
Guest: Bricks Mokolo – Community activist
During the apartheid years, there was an organisation called the South African Council on Sports. It was a sport wing of the liberation movement used to protest against racism in sports. They operated under the slogan ‘No Normal Sport in an Abnormal Society! They used this in their international campaign to boycott apartheid. This year, they would’ve marked 50 years and to mark this occasion, the Remember SACOS Committee and the Wits History Workshop are hosting a colloquium to reflect on the contribution of the organisation. To tell us more on this and their success in the height of segregation, we are joined in studio by...
Guest: Prof Noor Nieftagodien – Head of the History Workshop at Wits University
Guest: Rosalie Manning – Member of the South African Council on Sport at 50
The past three years have not been business as usual: health crisis (COVID-19 pandemic), economic uncertainty (US-China trade dispute), climate change (KZN floods), unrest (July Riots), the local energy crisis and the return of conventional warfare (Russia-Ukraine conflict) have all impacted the national outlook.
The Indlulamithi Trust has been working towards an updated Indlulamithi Barometer that seeks to unpack how these new developments impact the scenarios that may face the nation in the year 2035. Our next guests talk to us about what direction the nation could move in and unpack the prospective scenarios. We are joined by…
Guest : Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya - Acting Project Leaderfor the Indlulamithi Scenarios Trust
Guest: Dr. Yacoob Abba Omar - Director of Operations at the Mapungubwe Institute
A recent study has found that around 17% of melanomas occur in black South Africans. This means that it's important to take steps to protect their skin from the sun, regardless of your race or skin type. There are over 22 000 people are living with skin cancer in South Africa.
Guest: Dr Johan de Wet - Founder of The Dermatology and Skin Cancer Institute
Today being the last Tuesday pf the month, Bryan deals with questions he received of a similar nature. But as always, he will also deal with any other financial questions you may have....
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The problem of teenage pregnancy has been with us for so many years. The biggest worry now is that the ages are getting younger. This is a major concern as experts no longer know what to say and where exactly to point the finger. So today we thought you bring it back on the agenda to talk about solutions and how we as society can turn things around for these young people.
Every Tuesday around this time we’ve been bringing you some of the institutions and businesses that are helping to improve the lives of young people. So today, we bring you Skills Pasada, an institution that deals with skilling young people. To tell us all about it, we are joined in studio by...
Guest: Floyd Mazibuko – Owner and founder if the Skills Panda Group
Attacks on Emergency Medical Services seems to be on the rise again. As you may have heard in the news that this past weekend two paramedics were hijacked, kidnapped, assaulted, and robbed of their personal belongings while responding to a bogus distress call in Nellmapius near Mamelodi in Pretoria on Saturday. Upon arrival the crew was stopped by criminals before being forced to drive to a secluded veld where they were tied up while the assailants drove away with the ambulance.
Guest: Simphiwe Hlongo – Assistant Public Relations Officer for the Health & Other Services Personnel Trade Union of South Africa, HOSPERSA – He will speak on KZN
Guest: Gauteng
Guest: Western Cape
We wrap up the jour by talking to Dr Uduak Johnson, an academic from, Mancosa. He and two colleagues were invited to present a research paper titled: Whistle Blowing in South Africa: a vulnerable watchdog. This subject is a very thorny one for our country as we’ve seen so many whistle-blowers who uncovered fraud being killed, the most famous being Babita Deokaran who was murdered for exposing R1 billion worth of irregular tenders issued at the Tembisa Hospital.
Guest: Dr Uduak Johnson - Lecturer and Academic at Mancosa
Our artist today is Lungisa Xhamela who was finalist in the 2015 Idols SA. He took a three-year extended break which he says was to rediscover himself. He now joins us in studio to talk about his comeback and musical journey….
Guest: Lungisa Xhamela – 2015 SA Idols finalist
Sabine Dall’Omo, who is CEO of Siemens South Africa has been commenting, giving her views on energy transition on the African continent. She is of the belief that technology can play a big role in the continent’s just energy transition. She has also been sharing her views on how governments better manage water supply through some of their utilities.
Guest: Sabine Dall’Omo – CEO of Siemens Sub-Saharan Africa
Parliament's Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Water and Sanitation and Human Settlements is in Gauteng this week to assess the state of municipalities and their ability to provide the much needed services. The committee's chairperson China Dodovu says that they have witnessed negative municipal audit reports and how they negatively impact service delivery. He now joins us on the line to tell us more about their oversight and what it is they are hoping to achieve
Guest: China Dodovu - Chairperson of Parliament's Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Water and Sanitation and Human Settlements
This year marks 40 years since the establishment of the United Democratic Front in 1983. The UDF was an anti-apartheid body that incorporated many anti-apartheid and civil society organisations. The exact date is August the 20th 1983, but the stalwarts have decided to engage in various initiatives as a build-up to the day. To take us down memory lane and also talk about the role that civil rights movements can play today, we are joined by….
Guest: Prof Brian Nakedi
Guest: Rev Frank Chikane
As we are in the middle of winter, ear, nose, and throat problem may be confused with flu symptoms. So we thought to invite an ENT specialist to talk about what one should look out for when it comes to this part of our bodies.Some concerns are around children as it may not be easy for parents to pick up some of the signs. To educate usmore on this, we are joined by….
Guest: Dr Sibu Cezula - Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist based in Midrand
To issues pertaining to young people now. The Youth Capital, in partnership with Greenpeace Africa have launched the #FundOurFutures campaign this Mandela Day. They are urging the Ministers of Finance and Basic Education to support funding of the Presidential Employment Stimulus (PES). They say that the due to the load shedding crisis, which is exacerbating the youth unemployment crisis, the PES is set to lose its funding by March 2024. To tell us more on this and just how serious the problem is and also what is it they would like to seem we are joined by....
Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams - Project Lead for Youth Capital
As we move on around the same theme, let’s tell you now about the Nelson Mandela University as they are hosting an international coding tournament for the youth. Kids from several countries are participating. The aim they say is to expose them to maths and science and to spark an interest in these subjects. The event is titled #CodingforMandela. To tell us more on this, we are joined by..
Guest: Prof Jean Greyling - Tangible Africa Founder and Associate Professor at the Nelson Mandela University Computing Sciences Department
Gun Free South Africa says that it’s calling for the running of the police’s Central Firearms Registry to be outsourced because it is dysfunctional. One of the cases they are mentioning as an example is that of former police officer, Christian Prinsloo who was convicted of stealing firearms from the central registry and selling them illegally. They go on to question how many people were killed by guns that were stole from the registry. To discuss this further, we are joined by
Guest: Claire Taylor – Researcher at Gun Free SA
In the second half of 2023, Gauteng will be hosting visitors and major events delegates from around the world. These tourists can look forward to several exciting, signature lifestyle events, conferences and exhibitions. These events are all expected to inject millions of rands into the local tourism economy as it seeks to recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Guest: Nonnie Kubeka - Executive Director of Gauteng Conventions and Events Bureau
"Letters of Hope,” is a play set in 1976 apartheid South Africa and it follows the story of 16-year-old Jeremiah who aspires to be a policeman but faces opposition from his father, a local postman. Following his father’s death, Jeremiah uncovers his father’s secret courier service, delivering letters from freedom fighters in exile and prison to their families.The film garnered the prestigious award for “Artistic Bravery” at the Durban International Film Festival. The story will be brought to life on stage through an enthralling musical adaptation at the State Theatre. We are joined by…
Guest: Aphiwe Mkefe - Actor
Guest : Sibulele Gcilitshana - Actor
Guest : Vusi Africa - Director
As I told you earlier that we are coming to you from the Kruger National Park where Higher Education, Science and Innovation Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande is hosting his counterparts from the different BRICS countries. Let’s start off by understanding the importance of this partnership and how it’s benefiting us as South Africans and also the partner countries as we welcome…
Guests(OB): Dr Nkosinathi Sishi - Director General in the Department of Higher Education and Training
We are coming to you live from the Kruger National Park this morning where Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimamnde is host the Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa (BRICS) Education Senior Officials Meeting. The education engagements which started yesterday (Wed) till today (Thursday|) are hosted as part of the build-up to the 15th BRICS Summit to be chaired by President Cyril Ramaphosa next month (August). We will bring you interviews with some of the ministers or their representatives as the show progresses.
We are coming to you live from the Kruger National Park this morning where Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimamnde is host the Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa (BRICS) Education Senior Officials Meeting. The education engagements which started yesterday (Wed) till today (Thursday|) are hosted as part of the build-up to the 15th BRICS Summit to be chaired by President Cyril Ramaphosa next month (August). We will bring you interviews with some of the ministers or their representatives as the show progresses.
guest: Blade NzimandeMinister of Higher Education, Science and Technology of South Africa
Our next guest has created a programme that will help create sustainable livelihoods within communities. Zimele’s youth development programmes are aimed at training relevant skills that make economic opportunities more accessible for young people in host communities.
These programmes operate in the wholesale and retail, tourism and hospitality sectors. In addition, Zimele supports SMMEs owned and operated by young people. Since 2018, Zimele has supported 12 905 jobs and disbursed R403 million in loans to suppliers which includes businesses run by young people.
Guest: Larisha Naidoo, Head of Anglo American Zimele Programme
Last week, one of our listeners have called into our open line to make us aware of students having their funding for NSFAS revoked. These students have seen their funding status go from approved to suspended, leaving students in limbo ahead of the second semester. Students across the country have been affected and has raised a questions on the capacity of NSFAS to fund all the students.
Guest: Slumezi Skosana - Spokesperson of NSFAS
Bryan is back and he has returned to the studio. This morning, he will be answering some of the questions that listeners have left on the radio line while he was away…
Guest: Bryan Hirsch – Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates
As we continue our focus on hunger issues, the Human Sciences Research Council in partnership with the China Rural Technology Development Centre of the Ministry of Science and Technology are hosting a Poverty Alleviation through Science and Technology workshop. This they say will capacitate professionals, practitioners, grassroots innovators, volunteers, and agripreneurs to gain practical knowledge and skills in implementing agricultural science- and technology-based initiatives to alleviate poverty in vulnerable communities. To tell us more on this and why they chose the Chinese as a partner, we are joined by....
Guest: Dr Palesa Sekhejane - Acting Head of the Africa Institute of South Africa and HSRC's Strategic Partnership Director
Newly appointed Health Ombudsman, Emeritus Professor Taole Mokoena joins us in studio to talk about taking over the office after Professor Malegapuru Makgoba. One of the things Makgoba said when stepping down was that the office investigated and finalised over 10,000 complaints during his seven-year term. Among these cases were the Life Esidimeni and Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital that has been in the news for allegations of negligence. Professor Mokoena now joins us to talk about his new role and what changes he’s hoping to bring...
Guest: Emeritus Professor Taole Mokoena – Newly appointed Health Ombudsman
SA Harvest, a food rescue and hunger relief organisation is calling on food donors, partners, corporate, members of the public to join their mission to deliver 1 million meals during this Mandela Month. They say that 10.3 million tonnes of food is wasted annually while 20 million South Africans are on a spectrum of severe food vulnerability, ranging from going to sleep hungry every night to running out of money for food sometime during the month. To paint us a picture of just how bad the hunger situation is in the country and also they go about saving wasted food to feed the poor, we are joined by....
Guest: Ali Conn - Chief Innovation Officer of SA Harvest
Guest: Chef Coo Pillay- Founding Director and National Project Manager of Chefs with Compassion
Our next guest is one of South Africa’s brightest exports. They have worked alongside fellow international superstars: Black Coffee and Moonchild Sannelly. Their sophomore album, You Will Not Die drew critical acclaim for its gospel, soul and electronic pop influenced sounds. The album was written at a time Even musicial giants Madonna and Elton John praised their work. Their latest album is a complete departure where and was written over 18 months across Europe (Lisbon, Ghen and London) with executive producer, Nile Rodgers. We are joined by…
Guest: Nakhane Mavuso (they/them) - Singer, Songwriter, Novelist and Actor
Today, we are celebrating World Chocolate day under the theme:“Discovering the Sweet Secrets of Chocolate.” On this day, people around the world come together to indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of chocolate while celebrating its remarkable history and significance.
As part of this day, we thought to talk all things chocolate and spread some joy. To tell us more about the history of chocolate and how it spreads joy on this special day,we are joined by a chocolate manufacturer…
Guest: Navisha Bechan-Sewkuran - Corporate Affairs Lead at Mondelez Sub-Saharan Africa
The bourgeoning use of digital media in recent years has seen a corresponding surge in digital disinformation, particularly on social media platforms. Electoral processes have not been spared. Left unchecked, this phenomenon stands to undermine the conduct of credible elections.
This week, the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) signed a Framework of Cooperation with Media Monitoring Africa and social media giants Google, Meta and TikTok. The aim of the agreement is to curb the spread of disinformation on social media platforms ahead of the 2024 National and Provincial elections. The agreement is seen as a crucial step towards safeguarding the integrity of information and preserving the fundamentals of South Africa's electoral processes. To tell us more about this partnership, we are joined by…
Guest: Thandi Smith - Head of Programming at Media Monitoring Africa
Guest : Commissioner Mosotho Moepya - Chairperson of the Independent Electoral Commission
The annual District Development Model Conference came to an end yesterday (Wed) where delegates from government departments and municipalities gathered to discuss how the model can help improve municipal performance. The conference which was held in Stellenbosch was looking at this model can stop the increasing wasteful and fruitless expenditure by municipalities. So for today’s segment we thought to educate ourselves on the model to find out what difference it will make in improving the much needed service delivery on the ground. Let’s welcome….
Guest: Thamsanqa Muqubela – Convenor of the annual District Development Model Conference
Guest: Parks Tau – Deputy Minister for Cogta
So many of you have probably felt cheated on unfairly charged by lawyers and don’t really know what to do and how to get your money back. Well, this morning we invited the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund. They are set up to protect members of the public from unscrupulous lawyers. There’s been so many cases over the years about dodgy lawyers overcharging and so on. So, let’s use this opportunity now to educate ourselves on this institution and how it helps you and I against such lawyers as we welcome…
Guest: Motlatsi Molefe – CEO of the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund
We speak now to the Board of Healthcare Funders reacting to the NHI Bill which was passed by the National Assembly in June. They have raised their concerns to the Bill in its current form saying that they have identified several anomalies in the Bill that they feel requires further attention and alignment with the constitutional. To elaborate on what exactly they are not happy with, we are joined by….
Guest: Dr Katlego Mothudi - Managing Director at the Board of Healthcare Funders
The Nelson Mandela Foundation and the South African Human Rights Commission have partnered in producing a podcast looking into what happened in KwaZulu-Natal that sparked the 2021 July unrest.This coming Saturday, the 8th of July marks two years since the unrest and they, so the two institutions went on the ground in KZN to get first- hand experience from witnesses to that tragic period and to tell us about their revelations, we are joined by….
Guest(Studio): Kneo Mokgopa - Narrative and Leadership Manager at Nelson Mandela Foundation
Guest(Studio): Philile Ntuli – Commissioner at the Human Rights Commission
Our next guest is part of a youth organization that is celebrating a decade of empowering communities for positive change. The organization has reached over 4325 young people with many actively part of civil society, business and grassroots community projects.
As part of Mandela Month, they will be awarding 10 young people who are doing incredible initiatives in their community through their Active Citizen Awards. This year, the awards will be looking for active community workers and unsung heroes. There are 10 categories for y
This morning, Brendan will talk about securing your personal finances against scams and the importance of financial planning…
Guest: Brendan Gace – Head of Anchor Capital Private Clients (Bryan Hirsh is away until Tuesday, 11 July 2023)
Health economists estimate that unaddressed mental health conditions cost the South African economy R161 billion per year due to lost days of work, presenteeism and premature mortality. Closer to home, South Africa scored the lowest average on the mental health wellbeing scale in the Mental State of the World 2022 report.
One of the key concerns is that there are still high rates of burnout, anxiety and depression being recorded among employees. Employees are seeking workplace environments where management cares as much about their productivity as they do about their emotional well-being. To help us understand the significance of this week and how employers need to cater for employee wellness, we are joined by…
Guest: Prof Renata Schoeman - Head of Healthcare Leadership at Stellenbosch Business School
Australian High Commission to South Africa called Dialogues Across Violent Histories. They are doing it in partnership with the Centre for the Study of the Afterlife of Violence and the Reparative Quest at Stellenbosch University. According to the two institutions, the dialogues are meant to explore the critical role that Australian and African artists and indigenous practitioners play in providing intersectional frameworks that respond to the shared issues of historical trauma, violent displacements, and loss. To get an understanding on this and also the experience of some of these artists, we are joined in studio by...
Guest: Keituletse Gwangwa – Artist, activist, curator healerand speaker. Also daughter of jazz trombonist Jonas Gwangwa and social activist Violet Gwangwa
Guest: Eric Kagorora - Chairperson and head choreographer of Imanzi Cultural Group and works with the African Youth Support Council and the Queensland African Communities Council (Rwandan based in Australia after the 1994 genocide
As we kick off Mandela month, we take a moment to focus on some of the good work and investments being made in improving the state of education in the country. One of our next guest not only make interventions to making learning for pupils easier but also support teaching staff. One of our guests make important interventions within the STEM subjects. More recently, they have worked together to advocate for vocational education and worked alongside the Department of Higher Education to unpack the misconceptions as well as opportunities surrounding going to TVET Colleges. T
Guest: Sizakele Mpatsoe - Head of Education at the Kagiso Trust
Guest: Dr Cynthia Malinga - Technical Education Development Advisor at Sasol Foundation
To wrap up Youth Month, a session regarding youth participation within local government structures was held given the lower turnout of young people at the previous local government election. The aim of session was to also prepare and capacitate the next cohort of public officials navigate the service delivery crisis. This session also discussed the importance of youth development programmes at municipal level.
Guest: Kgomotso Moalusi - Activist and Member of the South African Women In Dialogue (Founding Director of Active Autism & Neuro-Diversity Foundation)
Guest: Nozibele Makanda - Portfolio Head for Inclusive Communities at the South African Local Government Association
In the last financial year, the job creation efforts of the provincial government amounted to over 89 000 jobs. We turn our attention to the beneficiaries of this programme and hear how these initiatives have changes their lives. We are joined by...
Guest: TBC (Kwanele Ncelane will confirm names in the morning)
This morning, we are in conversation with the Kwa-Zulu Natal government on the S'thesha Waya Waya campaign. The initiative is part of their provincial integrated youth development strategy and seeks to address unemployment through opening job opportunities within government department. To help us understand the types of job opportunities and joint projects that will be created from this initiatives, we are joined by...
Guest (tbc): Siboniso Mbhele - Head of Department for Transport in Kwa-Zulu Natal
As we continue with the series, we speak to the premiers of the nation’s province to hear what they have the state of the province: what have they achieved, and what work still needs to be done to improve the quality of life for the resident in their provinces.
We run the series as these premiers enter the final year of office before the next national election. Today, we turn our attention to the province of Mpumalanga. We speak to the fifth leader and first woman to be appointed as premier in the province. We are joined by…
Guest: Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane - Premier of Mpumalanga
Health experts and harm reduction advocates are appealing to government to review the newly tabled tobacco bill (The Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill). One of their key concerns is that the bill violates human rights as the tightened restrictions around one of the most effective tools in reducing harm and achieving smoking cessation will fall away.
Our next guest explains that South Africa can draw on harm reduction policies from Sweden to find solutions that can address the public health strategy required to help individuals who want to quit and support those who are looking to other alternatives.
Guest : Dr Kgosi Letlape - President of the African Harm Reduction Alliance
As we do on the last Tuesday of every month, Brendan takes your personal finance questions…
Guest : Brendan Gace – Head of Anchor Capital Private Clients (Bryan Hirsh is away until Tuesday, 11 July 2023)
Employees who report for duty under the influence of alcohol or drugs present a real problem in the workplace. The use of alcohol or drugs affects an employee’s sight, speech, coordination and reaction speed. In addition, employees working with machinery or driving a vehicle whilst under the influence pose a high risk to the employer, themselves and their colleagues.
It is the employer’s responsibility to create a safe working environment for all employees and must always act in accordance with the applicable disciplinary code. Are zero tolerance policies effective when it comes to addressing the social impact substance abuse has on the workplace? Are they adequate support groups for employees who are seeking help? Are these interventions against only skewed to intoxication and consumption without looking at the implications of possession? Are all employees aware of consequence management if these rules are broken? To answer some of these questions, we are joined by…
Guest: Tertius Wessels - Legal Director at Strata-G Labour Solutions
Guest: Rhys Evans - Managing Director at ALCO-Safe
Today (26 of June), marks 68 years since the adoption of the Freedom Charter in 1955. From the 25th till the 26th of June, over 3 000 representatives from the different resistance movements made-up of different race groups made their way through police cordons to gather on a dusty square in Kliptown where they were in one accord giving their own inputs to the South Africa they would like to live in. One of the major adaptations they agreed on was that South Africa belongs to all who live in it. From this, they adopted the Freedom Charter a full document that stipulated the roadmap for the future of the country which included, economic inclusion, equality to justice and human rights to name a few. But today as we head towards 30 years of our democracy, South Africans feel disgruntled. Let’s take a listen to this sound bite of Leon Levy, a trade unionist who was there 68 years ago describing the day and the issues that we put on the table...
Guest: Mondli Makhanya - Editor-in-chief of City Press
Guest: Khathu Mamaila –Veteran journalist
On Friday, Tabea Kabinde, who is the Chairperson of the Commission for Employment Equity briefed the media around on the status of the country’s employment equity. Her report indicates that the pace of transformation is still very slow. It goes on to say that top management positions are still largely occupied by whites at 62%, followed by Africans at 16%, despite the fact that Africans have the highest number in professional qualification at 48% compared to whites at 30%. She now joins us via Zoom to elaborate on her findings.....
Guest: Thembi Chagonda - Commissioner representing Business in the Commission for Employment Equity (CEE)
The South African National Council for the Blind in partnership with the with its Member Organisation, Tape Aids for the Blind say that they are increasing their call for what they call the uncoupling of Marrakesh Treaty from the Amended Copyright Bill which is currently with NCOP. The Treaty was adopted in Morrocco on 27 June 2013 and aims to facilitate access to published works for persons who are blind, visually impaired or otherwise print disabled. To educate us on this issue and also explain their cry, we are joined by…
Guest: Lewis Nzimande - National Executive Director at the South African National Council for the Blind
Guest: Elza- Lynne Kruger - National Executive Director Tape Aids for the Blind
This morning we feature Benjamin Jephta as he’s just released a new album entitled Born Coloured, Not Born-Free. In this latest project he reflects on his experiences as a so-called ‘Coloured’ male in post-Apartheid, democratic South Africa and the challenges and difficulties that come with labelling people. He now joins us in studio to talk about his journey and why he chose to go by this title raising issues of being labelled…
Guests: Benjamin Jephta – South African Bassist and award-winning composer
This week the community of Diepsloot again took to the streets in protest against service delivery and crime. Eskom yesterday (Wednesday) announced that they are withdrawing their services as they fear for the safety of their technicians. Some of the reports talk about the lack of water, residents sharing communal taps, roads not serviced. Crime adds to their problems. Let’s use this opportunity now to speak to the different stakeholders to get an understanding of finding a solution for that community as their issues are not new
Guest: Lefa Nkala – Community leader from the Patriot Community Forum
Guest(Zoom): Velile Madlingozi – Customer Services Manager at Eskom in Gauteng (Diepsloot)
Guest: - the City of Johannesburg
Guest: Elias Mawela - Gauteng Police Commissioner (Won’t stay for the full duration as he’s at another operation. Said I must check during the discussion)
Let’s wrap-up the show by getting to understand the General Education Certificate. It’s punted as one of the flagship programme of the Department of Basic Education aimed at giving learners from Grade 9 the opportunity to advance themselves through TVET colleges. But then lots of questions are being raised about just how much weight they carry and whether it’s a good strategy to take seeing how shaky the state of our education is in the country. To explain more on this why the department is considering it, we are joined by….
Guest: James Donald - Executive Director, the DBE’s E3 Program
It is extremely worrisome that a Stats SA report released two months ago stated that about 84% of children experienced corporal punishment at school. It is concerning that we see no reaction from society and very little action being taken against such teachers.
In South Africa, corporal punishment was abolished in 1997, yet we still see blatant disregard from teachers who violate this law while not being mindful of the impact on the violated child. Sadly, as recent as last week, a news report detailed a horrifying story of a KwaZulu-Natal woman who was arrested for severely beating her 14-year-old niece. This is just one of many horrific stories of how children suffer abuse at the hands of adults, all in the name of discipline and correcting behaviour.
Guest: Dr Linda Ncube - Nkomo - Chief Executive Officer of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund
Guest : Nthabi Ramothwala - Educational Psychologist
Local government has faced greater challenges than ever before to regain the trust of South Africans and to provide essential services in a prompt, financially responsible manner. In recent years, the decline of local government has been characterised by service dysfunctional municipalities, administrative instability, financial mismanagement and crumbling municipal infrastructure.
Guest: Tsakani Maluleke - Auditor-General of South Africa
Doctors are warning those who are embarking on a hair transplant to be very careful in how they choose an experienced and qualified doctor. When one watches lifestyle shows, there are so many bogus doctors out there who’ve botched surgeries with devastating effects. So this morning, we take a look at this issue to find out how those who would like this procedure should look out for and also just how popular is it? To educate us on this, we are joined by….
Guest: Dr Kashmal Kalan - Medical Director of Alvi Armani South Africa
On Monday this week, we received a voice note from one of our listeners, Val in Cape Town. She was talking about a job ad she saw in the newspaper for a manger’s post, but the salary did not match the position. To help us understand how the salaries are matched to the post and also whether this is something new, we are joined by
Guest : Samantha-Jane Gravett - Africa Director at Robert Walters (Robert Walters has been following recruitment & salary trends in recent years)
Guest : Prof. Elrie Botha - Industrial Psychologist(He is affiliated with North West University)
The Human Sciences Research Council is working alongside the National Treasury’s Cities Support Programme and Economic Policy Unit to release new information on the economic performance of municipalities. The initiative is set to monitor the economic conditions of municipalities and provide critical data to inform policy planning that will address questions surrounding urbanisation, uneven development and territorial disparities. Our next guest(s) will unpack the ways in which they are closing the gap when it comes to getting credible economic data. We are joined by…
Guest: Dr Justin Visagie - Senior Research Specialist in the Equitable Education and Economies (EEE) research division of the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)
Guest: Karen Harrison - Lead of the Economic Development Component for the Cities Support Programme at National Treasury
This morning, Brendan talks about what are the financial risks one may face after a persons has officially retired…
Guest:Brendan Gace – Head of Anchor Capital Private Clients (Bryan Hirsh is away until Tuesday, 11 July 2023)
Today (Monday 19th June) marks exactly one-hundred-and-ten years since the passing of the 1913 Natives Land Act. This Act limited African land ownership to 7% and later changed to 13% through the 1936 Native Trust and Land Act of South Africa. Since the dawn of democracy, the various regimes from Nelson Mandela’s government to Cyril Ramaphosa have not really come up with concrete solutions on the land issue. The other criticism is that those who managed to get their land back don’t really know what to do with it. On the other hand government has been criticised for not doing enough to support those who got their land back. Before we get into the conversant, let’s take a listen to a summary of this Act from 1913 till 1993 and how it was being used by the then apartheid regime to forcefully remove people from their land...
Guest: Dr Tony Kambi Masha – Public Management lecturer at the Walter Sisulu University’s Komani campus. He is also a social realist, academic and accidental writer on land matters
Guest: Prof. Ben Cousin - Emeritus Professor, University of the Western Cape
Guest: Nolundi Luwaya - Director of the Land and Accountability Research Centre (LARC) at the University of Cape Town
Last week a report by ActionAid and Wits University has revealed how women artisanal suffer in that industry. Most of them are sole breadwinners trying to feed their families. The report entitled Understanding the role and participation of women in artisanal mining high goes on to reveal some of the gender and cultural-based discrimination.
Guest: Sifiso Dladla - Mining and extractives lead at ActionAid South Africa
As we lead up to Father’s Day this coming Sunday, we have a discussion on what it means to be a present father in modern society particularly as many households are fragmented.
Guests: Tshepo Moekwena - Founder and Chairperson of the Moving Ahead Development Agency
The clip you’ve just heard is from Dr Nthato Motlana who was a community activist at the time. He was explaining to British journalists after the shooting on the 16th of June about how the learners at the time felt about Afrikaans as a medium of instruction. So today with my two co-hosts we thought to engage with you our audience about what we understand about having an education. Many people with degrees still find themselves unemployed. On the other hand, some commentators feel that the country’s education system is letting us down. Does a person in matric understand what is required of them to make it to tertiary and are they prepared for whatever it is that they would like to study and specialise in once they graduate? Then for those who are at tertiary level, do they understand what industry requires of them and the role they would like to play once they’ve have a job or start an enterprise?
Guest: Matilda Kutama
Guest: Onke Tlape
In a developing story, the South African charter aircraft has been impounded by Polish authorities. This aircraft was on its way to support President Cyril Ramaphosa during his visit to Ukraine and Russia. This impounding has thrown the police and SANDF’s operational plans into disarray. The Head of the Presidential Protection Services, General Wally Rhoode has told the media in Poland that the South African government has been sabotaged and in the next clip, he explains what the Presidential jet was subjected to in the last 12 hours.
GUEST: NTEBO MOKOBO - SABC POLITICAL JOURNALIST
Rise of generator theft during loadshedding reeking havoc on network connectivity
In recent weeks, telecommunications providers have been affected by generator theft at major cellphone towers around the country. The targeted items Telecommunications giants have reported several hits at their towers by syndicates since the start of 2023 and lose millions of rands due to the vandalism & theft. In these coordinated hits, syndicates target generators, batteries, copper and diesel at base plants. Many of the stolen generators are sold in the black market or resold on platforms such as Facebook Marketplace.
The impact of generator theft is not only felt by service providers but also by ordinary citizens trying to connect with their loved ones. For business owners, the weakened signal who are already struggling to keep their doors from closing during loadshedding. To unpack what the public should know, we are joined by…
Guest (Studio): Cameron Robey - Private Investigator and Security Expert (warning the public against buying stolen generators)
Guest (Zoom): Trisha Parshotam - CEO of Red Dragon Protection Services (ran a study on the recent spate of hits on cellphone towers)
In March this year for the Municipal Watch feature, my colleague Oliver Dickson focused on the uThukela District Municipality. They have a huge water crisis. The DA in that part of the world has been exposing this issue for a long time as the municipality keeps promising resident that they are working on solving the problem. Oliver then promised to get them back to find out how far the municipality is in dealing with the problem. Just last week residents took to the street protesting against the ongoing water shortage. Well, let’s get back to them to find out what has happened since the last time they were on this programme and also why is the water problem continuing as we welcome...
Guest: Cllr. Ntandoyenkosi Tshabalala - Mayor of uThukela
District Municipality
Guest: Thys van Rensburg – DA councillor in the uThukela District Municipality
Guest: Shimona Buthuram – Journalist at the Ladysmith Gazette
A patient goes to the doctor. The doctor makes a diagnosis and writes them a script. The next thing they know, the patient is calling their rooms and asking if there’s cheaper medication available because of co-payments. So, they write them another script - only to get a call back from the pharmacy that it’s an S5 and S6 drug, and they need the original script and not an email. Or the patient simply goes without the medication. This happens across South Africa every day. Hundreds of times. This is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to problems with traditional prescriptions.To help us understand what are the solutions, we are joined by…
Guest : Dr. Mohammed Dalwai - Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at EMGuidance
SAfm is commemorating Youth Day 2023 by inviting young people to co-host our daytime shows this coming Friday. We have been asking young people to send a WhatsApp voicenote telling us what are the three issues they would like tackled on air during the show. We have looked at the submissions and have chosen not one but two winners. We are about to announce the winners right now.
Guest: Onke - Centurion*
This morning, we speak to the Acting Board Chairperson of Eskom to get a sense of the state of the company in recent months. We seek to unpack the energy crisis and the strategy that it will implement to manage the winter period. We will also be covering the new agreements that are being signed with neighbouring countries and the feasible outcome of the recent court case regarding the exemptions. We are joined by…
Guest (Studio): Mpho Makwana - Acting Board Chairperson of Eskom Holdings Ltd.
iThemba LABS is a scientific research centre with facilities at Faure near Cape Town where we broadcasting from, and on the Wits Campus in Johannesburg. The facility has a long history in nuclear medicine and has been providing the much needed medicine in the fight against cancer treating about 165 000 patients annualy. The launch of the SA Isotope Facility will increase the capacity to provide more such treatments.
Guest: Mandlakazi Ntoyi - Production Manager at the iThemba Labs
Guest: Dr Gillian Arendse - Head: Communications and Stakeholders
NRF-iThemba LABS
iThemba LABS has been producing radioisotopes for both the local and international nuclear medicine and research fraternity for more than 30 years. It is one of only a few places in South Africa where the complete manufacturing process to produce medicine takes place.
Nomfundo is a multi-award winning Jazz vocalist, composer and educator. She has released 2 albums under the Universal Music Group. She holds a Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies from UCT, graduated Cum Laude with a dissertation titled: “The Analysis of the Musical Style of Miriam Makeba” (2009). In 2018, Nomfundo was awarded a full academic scholarship by the Henley Business School where she has successfully completed her Executive MBA. Both a performer and educator, Nomfundo has been invited as an artist in residence at the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music. As an educator, she headed the Vocal Department at the prestigious Cape Academy of Performing Arts for 5 years ending in 2015.
She began lecturing Jazz Studies at UCT’s South African College of Music initially on part time staff in 2018. Nomfundo is the former Vice Chairman of the SAMRO Foundation Board whose interest is vested in the development and funding of Arts Education as well as nurturing the vibrant music scene in South Africa. She now serves as a non-executive director of the SPIN Foundation board. Having performed in Europe and the US, local appearances include the Cape Town International Jazz Festival, Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, Durban Jazz Festival, iMbokodo Jazz Festival, Joburg Arts Alive as well as an expansive list of corporate clients. Nomfundo’s research interests are twofold: the intersection where the art of music meets the world of business and the repositioning of South African Jazz in the academy. Today, we speak to her about her journey as an artist and lecturer. We will also delve into her creative process and how she is about to step into the studio to record her third album. We are joined by…
Guest: Nomfundo Xaluva - Senior Lecturer, South African College of Music, University of Cape Town
Our next guests are launching a study that is looking at the state of literacy among adult South Africans. This project is part of Indlulamithi’s Scenarios 2030. In the study, their researchers asked participants questions ranging from access to libraries, the culture of reading, whether reading takes place in the home when they are children, and the kind of literature being read. We are joined by…
Guest: Nqabakazi Gina - Director of Nal’Bali
Guest: Kepi Madumo - National Librarian & CEO - National Library of South Africa
Leadership in the public sector has become a very heavy burden to many of us on a daily basis. We don’t have to think far as load-shedding has become normal to us. Bad services many of you call us about everyday. The situation in Hammanskraal is a recent example of poor public leadership as it has now become a political game while many people have lost their lives. We saw how cabinet minister and the president were making all sorts of promises which sounded similar to the usual things said during an election campaign. So this morning we thought to look into this issue to try and understand how we got here and how long we will accept what leaders in the public sector say to us and why we just take it in.
Guest: Mandla Isaacs - Head of policy at Rise Mzansi (Confirmed)
Guest: Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster - Founder of the South African Women’s Commission and Deputy Leader of Build One South Africa (TBC)
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla –Former Statistician General (TBC)
We speak now to Karabo Mokgonyana who is an award-winning legal and development practitioner and programme director for the Sesi Fellowship and Skill Hub. She wrote an article highlighting sexual assault against women job-seekers. One of the things she says is that as much as we focus a lot on GBV, we do not speak enough about the rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment that women face in recruitment processes. She also points to the silence in sexual assault cases where women are seeking economic opportunities. She joins us now to talk more on this issue and why it seems to persist....
Guest: Karabo Mokgonyana - Award-winning legal and development practitioner and programme director for the Sesi Fellowship and Skill Hub (A womxn- and youth-led organisation that provides young womxn with mentorship and skills development)
Being diagnosed with cancer and being a survivor is an emotional experience. Some people may go through a period of grief before being able to accept their diagnosis. Others may become depressed and anxious.
With more than 30% of cancer patients diagnosed with depression, the South African Society of Psychiatrists calls on National Cancer Survivors Day (4 June), for greater awareness of patients suffering from mental health disorders.
Guest: Dr Michelle King - Specialist Psychiatrist and Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
The Zondo Commission of Inquiry was one of the most important political developments in modern South African history. The commission sat for years, hearing the evidence of 300 witnesses and gathering a vast quantity of documents. The
result is a damning and sometimes searing account of the state take over: how the Gupta family found willing acolytes in the state, and set about systematically looting the country and destroying institutions of democracy.
However, the commission’s final findings run to over 5 000 pages and over a petabyte of data collected. Reading all of this material is a daunting and overwhelming task for even the most dedicated citizen. Our next guest has developed a guide that unpacks the Commission’s findings, condensing its narratives and demystifying legal language to make the Commission’s work accessible to all. he also evaluates the commission’s findings, highlighting the good, the bad and the ugly of it’s work. In so doing, he points to stones left unturned, leads that must be followed.
Guest: Paul Holden - Author and Director of Investigations at Shadow World Investigations
Last week, one of the discussions that were had on our open line was surrounding the rise of vigilanism and mob justice within communities. The recent crime statistics laid bare the state of community safety is in the country. While many say its due to the disillusionment communities have with law enforcement and the justice system, the culture of mob justice and vigilantism is far reaching than merely an act of frustration or anger.
We answer the following questions: Is it sustainable given our skewed history with law enforcement and how do we creative conducive environment to regain public trust in justice? We are joined by…
Guest: Dr Simon Howell - Senior Researcher at the Centre of Criminology at the University of Cape Town
Guest: Jacob Masilela - Chairperson of the Gauteng Community Policing Forum
Last week on the Municipal Watch we spoke to the different unions around issues pertaining to the Lichtenburg-based Ditsobotla Municipality. Workers there were not paid their salaries for the month of May. We had approached the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in the North West to find out how they are planning to intervene in that municipality seeing how dire the situation is there. So this morning they have agreed to come on so that they can explain what the problem is and also how they are intervening in what’s currently happening.
Guest: Dr Ben Bole – Head of Department in the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in the North West
This morning Bryan talks about how investors tend to panic when they hear bad news either in SA or globally. Is this the time to buy or to sell growth assets? This brings us to the concept of market timing.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch – Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates
Our next guest is a singer and songwriter who hails from Pretoria and started singing at the age of six. Later, she took part in ciphers with other aspiring hip-hop artists around the city and met dance artist/producer Junior Taurus in the early 2010s who worked with her on singles that got her noticed by industry heavyweights in 2015.
Since then, she has collaborated with DJs such as Prince Kaybee, Junior Taurus, and DJ Mshega. Her first solo album, King Zamar, saw release in 2017 and became a multi-platinum hit. Later that year, she appeared as a guest judge on the TV singing competition Idols South Africa. Today, she joined us to talk about her new single: World’s Gone Crazy…
Guest: Yamikani Janet Banda - Singer, Songwriter, Academic & Philanthropist
A cultural platform has launch a series of financial technology applications that will allow for creatives to distribute their music online to major streaming sites, interact with other creatives through a marketplace and a transactional platform to process payments. An important feature of the innovation is a partnership with an investment management firm to develop an artist investment fund to address the challenge of creatives passing without their finances in order.
Our next guest has transitioned from a member of a prominent hip-hop group back in the 2000s to cultural mogul who is on a mission to influence the ways in which the creative industry manages its enterprise at a time where local and international footprint is expanding. We are joined by…
Guest (ZOOM): Siya Metane - Chief Executive Officer of Slikour on Life (South African Hip Hop and culture magazine turned content and influencer agency)
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a complex neurological condition that affects more than 2.8 million of people worldwide. According to the global burden of disease study, sub-Saharan Africa has around 49 000 cases of MS with 2 800 new cases emerging annually. Multiple Sclerosis has a higher incidence rate in women than men. This week, the health fraternity commemorated World Multiple Sclerosis Day and it is more important than ever to raise awareness of the need for early diagnosis and treatment.
Guest (confirmed): Dr. Nicholas Mangeya – Country Medical Director - Roche Southern Africa & Africa Genomics Program Partnerships Lead- Roche Africa
Guest (confirmed): Non Smit - Director of Multiple Sclerosis SA
The final round of public comment on the Hate Speech bill saw over 10 000 submissions opposing the new law before the National Council of Provinces. One of the key themes surrounding this opposition is around the definition of hatred and harm.
According to the Parliamentary Monitoring Group, the Bill was created the offences of hate crimes and hate speech and put in place measures to prevent and combat those offences. It was linked directly to a number of key targets in the National Development Plan, most notably the need for sustained campaigns against racism, sexism, homophobia and xenophobia. In this hour, we discuss what is the fine line between expression and hate while assessing if we have the instruments to protect a society whose social cohesion journey has not been reflective of integration. We are joined by…
Guest (confirmed): Michael Swain - Executive Director at the The Freedom of Religion South Africa
Guest (confirmed): Prof. Pitika Ntuli - Cultural activist and former Anti-apartheid activist
As part of Child Protection Week, we turn our attention on the impact of mining on children. Especially those based in mining communities. The Benchmark Foundation and NGO Save the Children have today (Thursday) released their report on this issue which outlining the health complications these children are experiencing, from mental deterioration, respiratory and other diseases. To tell us more on this and some of the recommendations they are making, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: David van Wyk – Lead Researcher at the Benchmark Foundation
Guest: Gugu Xaba - Interim CEO & Programme Director, Save the Children South Africa
The Lichtenburg-based Ditsobotla Local Municipality reportedly does not have money to pay their staff. An internal memorandum seen by the SABC News indicates that workers will not receive May salaries. The letter was also shared to us as the Talking Point by one of the listeners. The municipality does not indicate when the salaries will be paid and what the reason for non-payment is. This is one of the many challenges faced by this municipality -- whose council got dissolved last year. Following December by-elections, there's still no stability in the municipality. We did try for the municipality, but the spokesperson refused saying to my producer that they don’t have answers. We then tried for the Department of Local Government and Traditional Affairs in the North West. They promised to come back to us, but still no word from them. So we have invited the unions as it is their members who are directly affected by this.
Guest: Vincent Diphoko – SAMWU’s Provincial Secretary in the North West
Guest: George Morapedi - Provincial Chairperson of the Independent Municipal & Allied Trade Union, IMATU in the North West
Guest: Benny Mosiane – From the Save Ditsobotla Movement
As the country battles to deal with the energy problem, the Southern African Faith Communities’ Environment Institute says that the decision-making from the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) is moving South Africa in the wrong direction.
Guest (confirmed): Francesca de Gasparis - Southern African Faith Communities’ Environment Institute
Guest (confirmed): Princess Mthombeni - Founder of Nuclear4Africa
Throughout the month of May, we have been speaking about how trauma has impacted the family structure and how we take those traumas into our communities. We first discussed the impact of trauma on families as it relates to loss, particularly as the Thabo Bester case and the lack of justice that the victim’s family is receiving as proceedings unfold.
In recent weeks, we have seen headlines where citizens have been stripped of their dignity. Whether it was the Cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal, loadshedding, the high rate of unemployment, the revelations from the Life Esidimeni inquiry and the general culture of service delivery failure throughout the country - citizens feel disillusioned. To help us understand how we transmute this pain and the tools we need in navigating the state of mind we are in as a community, we are joined by…
Guest (STUDIO): Nomfundo Mogapi - Chief Executive Officer & Founder of the Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership
Earlier this month, one of our callers (Mickey - JHB) alerted us to a cyclist who had embarked on a fundraising initiative to collect 10 000 pairs of school shoes ahead of the winter season. More than 10 million children that walk to school without shoes in rural communities daily.
Our next guests devised a plan to create awareness about the plight of children across the country by setting up a crowdsourcing initiative with a mission to cycle 3000 km from Musina to Cape Town to raise awareness. They have also partnered with Barefoot No More who are using recycled plastic to produce new shoes for this initiative. To tell us their journey and how the public can get involved, we are joined by...
Guest (STUDIO): Vusi Sindane - The Crazy Cyclist & Founder of Sky Bookings (former corporate executive and entrepreneur)
Guest (STUDIO): Thuli Victoria Sindane - Entrepreneur and Organizer for Musina to Cape Town shoes fundraiser
As we commemorate World Fair Trade Month, we take time to reflect on the responsibility of consumers in buying products that are have been ethically and sustainably sourced whether it be tea, coffee or a bottle of wine. Consumers hold the power to align their consumption habits with their social values.
According to a recent consumer report by McKinsey, 63% of global consumers want companies to take a stand on social and environmental issues. Consumers can also support the brands that hold environmental and social good above profits. It is also an opportunity for businesses to find out more information on principles of fair trade and how they can develop systems that support workers’ rights and inclusive ownership. Our next guests unpack their respective journeys. We are joined by…
Guest (ZOOM): Paul Colditz - Commercial Manager at Fairtrade Africa
Guest (STUDIO): Chandre Combinck - Business Development Manager at Bean There
Our next guest is an afro-folk singer and guitarist from Solomondale, a small township outside Polokwane - Limpopo. She started her career in 2007 and her simple, yet soulful songs have attracted a loyal audience which has grown since the release of her debut album titled 'Wonderful' in 2007. Her stage appearances have been laced with an aura that is hard to ignore, a deeply grown natural ability to draw you into her sound.
After the release of her second album ‘The Soul Experiment’ in 2013, her star rose among a listenership tired of jaded stories and celebrated violence. Her music is about being real in a world sidetracked by commercial emptiness and stereotypes. A celebration of life, its highs and lows, and the good old desire to be able to join in the chorus of life’s musical journey. Ntsikwane is the recepient of two Limpopo Music Awards for 'Best African Pop' and performed on TEDx Johannesburg Salon entitled: Longing for the light, thanking my ancestors in 2020.
Guest(STUDIO): Ntsikwane Raphesu - Afro-folk singer, songwriter and guitarist
As we continue our commemoration of Africa Month, one of the major themes that have been under the spotlight has been on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) as a catalyst for progress on the continent. Earlier this year, International Women’s Day also commemorated its celebrations with a focus on the STI sector becoming a tool for bridging digital divides, making public goods more accesible and creating economic opportunities.
In this hour, we speak to entrepreneurs who have created businesses that have solved a social problem impacting society. Our next guests will unpack not only their success but reflect on the challenges they had to overcome when it comes to funding and some of the support they provide in mentoring a new generation of innovators. How do we build a bigger table for marginalized groups to become participants in the economic development of the continent?
Guest (ZOOM): Dr Aisha R Pandor - Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SweepSouth
Guest (ZOOM): Rapelang Rabana - Founder and Chair of Rekindle Learning
The latest Global Slavery Index revealed that the number of people living in modern slavery has grown since 2018. The Index which is revealed by human rights group Walk Free, has also indicated that in 2021, seven million people in Africa were living under modern slavery. Some of the leading they countries they name on the continent are Eritrea, Mauritania, and South Sudan. Let’s start off by understanding what modern slavery is and how it has changed form from what we understand it to be. Also what are some of the contributing factors as we welcome…
Guest (10h00 - 10h30) : Jacqueline Joudo Larsen - Head of Global Research for the Walk Free Foundation (she is a Crimonologist and Author)
Guest (10h00 - 10h30) : Sophie Otiende - Founder of Azadi (Survivor of Trafficking)
Guest (10h30 - 11h00) : James Kofi Annan - Founder and Executive Director of Challenging Heights (survivor of modern slavery)
There is a big trend emerging in wellness with many new boutique clinics offering this service: Intravenous therapy (IV Therapy). This drip administers supplements directly into the bloodstream via a needle inserted into a vein. IV therapy is not new and has been used in the medical profession for decades. In hospitals, it is used to hydrate patients and administer essential nutrients if patients have difficulty eating, drinking or absorbing them.
The benefits of IV Therapy depend on which cocktail you choose but most experience an increase in energy, improvement in sleep, improvement in mood, hydration, improved skin and strengthening your immunity. However, injecting anything straight into your bloodstream comes with some risks. Unusually high stores of vitamins in fat tissue can cause problems such as Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, kidney issues, muscle spasms, pain, burning and itching. In this hour, we unpack the unanswered questions related to these treatments and if there is any regulations surrounding this practice. We are joined by…
Guest: Dr Angelique Coetzee - Medical Doctor and Chairperson of South African United Business Confederation’s Health Committee
Guest: Dr Cobus van Niekerk – Head: Mediolegal, Ethics and Social Media at the Aesthetic and Anti-Aging Medical Society of South Africa
Guest: Sayed Mia - CEO of Reviv Global Southern Africa
The Black Archive Visual Podcast (BAVP) interrogates the theoretical, social, cultural and economic conditions of possibility that shape Black life on the continent and the diasporic communities. Styled as a tool for cultural commentating, our next guest engages historians, linguists, literary critics, artists, musicians, and theoreticians on the continent’s knowledge production through the ages. In this series of podcasts, listeners will hear about not only our heritage but how the continent and diaspora preserve the continental archive to reimagine our identity.
Guest: Dr Siseko Khumalo - Lecturer in the Philosophy Department at the University of Fort Hare’s and the South African Visiting Fellow at the Centre for African Studies at Harvard University
For the past few weeks, the SIU and other security agencies have been appearing in parliament to answer on different issues pertaining to State Owned Enterprises. Standing Committee on Public Accounts wanted to know what they are doing about allegations made by former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter. Mothibi revealed to parliament that he has not been able to get the private intelligence report into Eskom. Another SOE he’s trying to look at is corruption allegations into PRASA. He joins us now in studio to give us an update on where he is regarding the investigations.....
Guest: AdvAndy Mothibi - Head of the Special Investigative Unit
Farmers have raised concerns in recent years on the state of poor roads on farms which negatively affect their farming enterprises. Some farmers have complained of not being able to transport their produce to and from farms due to poor road infrastructure.
If left unattended, this challenge can result in dire consequences for the sector in its entirety. It is for this reason that our next guest believes that it would be prudent to address these challenges by providing feedback to the relevant stakeholders.
Guest: Saki Mokoena - MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development in the Free State
An academic institute and legal resource centre has joined forces to create a booklet that addresses knowledge gap for caregivers have trying to apply for a children’s grant without ID or birth certificate. In 2017, 500 000 children did not have access to a birth certificate and 80% of those children were South African. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more children may have been at risk of not accessing their right to social assistance due to the limited services provided within the lockdown period.
Many guardians may not know about Regulation 13 of the Social Assistance Act of 2004 which allows for them to apply for a social grant on behalf of children who do not have a birth certificate and parents without identification. To tell us more about this booklet and how this information will be made more accessible in indigenous languages, we are joined by...
Guest: Mbonisi Nyathi - Researcher at the Children’s Institute, University of Cape.
Guest: Paula Proudlock - Senior researcher at the Children’s Institute, University of Cape Town
This morning, Bryan discusses the seven deadly sins of investing based on the Rudyard Kipling quote: “You can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs and blaming it on you”. We are joined by…
Guest: Bryan Hirsch – Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates
This year marks the final year of the 6th Administration and the Department reflects on the gains over the period. One of these gains is the 2019 White Paper on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI). In this year’s Budget Vote, the Minister will look at the key priorities: renewable energy, economic recovery and astronomy tourism. To tell us more about these priorities, we are joined by…
Guest: Dr. Blade Nzimande - Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation
The Grassroots Innovation Programme (GIP) is a programme run by the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) an entity of the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI). The programme is aimed at commercialising local innovations that have been developed by young innovators or ordinary citizens in South Africa. Innovators through GIP are linked to subject matter experts and advanced facilities, such as technology stations, where their innovations and inventions are further developed towards commercialisation.
Guest:Ephraim Phalafala - Deputy Director: Science & Technology for Sustainable Human Settlements
Guest: Christina Motaung - Senior Software Engineer at the CSIR
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) is the largest local funder of health research, medical diagnostics, medical devices, and therapeutics. The Council is a pioneer in cutting-edge medical innovations focusing on genomic research, the development of novel treatment regimens, vaccine development, technology transfer and diagnostic tools. It is also developing new drugs and devices dedicated to improving the health of people in South Africa. Today, they will be discussing the opportunities available to women and young people who want to form part of science, technology and innovation sector. We are joined us…
Guest: Candice Roux - Program Manager: Grants, Innovation &
Product Development at the SA Medical Research Council
DJ Cleo has enjoyed a long and fruitful career in the South African music industry’s biggest genres: Kwaito, Hip Hop and House. He began his career as a producer of the Unrestricted Breakfast Show hosted by DJ Fresh on YFM. He has worked alongside Mzekezeke, Brown Dash, Mandoza, Brickz, Skwatta Kamp, Pitch Black Afro, Kabelo and many more. He has converted his success in the entertainment industry into his business: Eskhaleni. Recently, he added new accomplishments to his resume: a degree and CAF coaching licenses. He joins us to talk about his new single and how the industry has evolved in the past two decades.
Guest: Tlou Cleopas Monyepao - Producer, Writer, Engineer, Arranger and Instrumentalist
Last week, we had a caller on our open line who had tagged our show on a tweet showing school children crossing a makeshift bridge on their commute to school. Since we reposted the initial tweet, we have been informed that an excavator has been cited at the bridge. This morning, we speak to some of the officials from the municipality who are responsible for building this bridge and providing safe passage for the community.
Guest: Cllr. Sonwabile Mngenela - The Mayor of Matatiele Local Municipality
Guest : Lizo Matiwane - Municipal Manager at the Matatiele Local Municipality
Guest :Sisekho Sako - Director for Infrastructure Planning & Development at the Matatiele Local Municipality
In a four-part documentary series, Gold Mafia exposed the illicit outflows of Gold smuggling throughout southern Africa. Not only did it expose the corruption of state officials but also unveiled the role of financial institutions and other non-state actors. Whilst this series focused on the political economy of Gold on the continent, we also discovered just how extensively organized crime and corruption operated on a global scale.
This morning, we review the series with one of its lead investigators and a key contributor to the series reflect not only on their findings but answer the question on everyone's lips: what happens next with all this new information?
Guest: Alexander James - Lead Investigator at the Al Jazeera Investigative Unit and one of the producers of the Gold Mafia
Guest: Paul Holden - Director of Investigations at Shadow World Investigations and contributor in the Gold Mafia documentary
The exhibition explores the contribution of American citizens and civil society in dismantling Apartheid. The exhibition looks into the bonds of solidarity between the nations that date back to the 1880s. One of the themes that underlying the exhibition is confronting injustice at home and abroad. We are taken on a journey of how the anti-apartheid movement took hold in the United States, examining the social, political and cultural networks created between the two nations….
Guest: Senator Michael Mitchell – Former State Senator
Guest: Susan L. Taylor – Former Editor of Essence Magazine
Guest: Khephra Burns – Author, Editor and Playwright
Guest: Alicia Adams - Director of International Programming at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC
An estimated 1.28 billion adults aged 30–79 years worldwide have hypertension. Nearly half of adults with hypertension are unaware that they have it. Today, the health fraternity commemorates World Hypertension Day under the theme: “Measure Your Blood Pressure Accurately, Control It and Live Longer”.
According to the World Health Organization, two-thirds of people living with hypertension reside in low- and middle-income countries. In South Africa, roughly 30% of the adult population suffers from high blood pressure.Our next guest highlights the importance of knowing your numbers when it comes to your blood pressure.
Guest (TELEPHONE): Dr Mosima Mabunda - Head of Wellness at Discovery Vitality
It’s been seven months since Panyaza Lesufi was sworn in as the 7th Premier of Gauteng. Since his first State of the Province Address back in February, he has been launching new programmes to address the key priorities for the province: safety (crime prevention wardens); expanded public works programmes jobs (green army); solar installation programme (jobs) & drug rehabilitation programme (community safety).
However, it has not come without reprioritization of funds and it has left grant beneficiaries in the cold. Some political parties have accused the new premier of hiring volunteers to canvass for the governing party. To help us unpack he will be addressing some of the changes and challenges being faced by communities, we are joined by…
Guest: Panyaza Lesufi - Premier of Gauteng
Personal Finance with Bryan Hirsch
Focus: This morning, Bryan will be unpackingwhat steps does one have to go through when someone dies.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
It is estimated that there are approximately 7.5million actively employed citizens who do not belong to a private medical scheme. Many have cited that they simply cannot afford the contributions for medical schemes and as a result, limits the health citizen’s ability to access adequate primary healthcare.
In this hour, we speak to various stakeholders in the health ecosystem on their efforts to reform the system and how they will use this opportunity to work towards universal health coverage where the patient comes first. How can the industry shift to ensure inclusive access to health?
Guest: Dr. Katlego Mothudi - Managing Director at the Board of Healthcare Funders (He will speak to the purpose of the conference)
Guest: Barry Childs - Joint CEO: Insight Actuaries & Consultants (He will speak to the outlook of the health industry over the past 20 years and adapting to the future needs of the beneficiaries)
Guest: Dr Rajesh Patel, Head of Health Systems Strengthening: BHF (He will speak to the adoption of universal health coverage principles in a medical scheme environment)
BRICS has emerged as a noteworthy bloc in global geopolitics. This group of countries (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) has institutionalized some of its mechanisms and has attracted increased support from countries across the Global South. Ahead of the BRICS Head of State Summit this coming August, the focus of the BRICS Academic Forum is based on the five priority areas that underpin South Africa's presidency: (1) developing equitable partnerships for the Just Transition; (2) transforming Education and Skills Development; (3) unlocking economic opportunities through the African Continental Free Trade Agreement; (4) the attainment of the 2030 Agenda on United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and finally, (5) strengthening Multilateralism and Reform of Global Governance Institutions.
Currently underway, the theme for this edition of the forum is surrounding their ties with the African continent and building mutually Accelerated Growth, Sustainable Development and Inclusive Multilateralism. The session will also address women and youth participation in peace negotiations in conflict zones. To tell us more about this conference, we are joined by...
Guest: Prof Fulufhelo Netswera - Executive Dean of the Faculty of Management Sciences at the Durban University of Technology and a former director of the South African BRICS Think Tank
As we celebrate May as Africa Month, we thought to revisit the issue of Ancestors Day. This year marked the third edition of the day which is celebrated on the 8th of May. The Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa is calling on government to recognize the day. But then how may it help in restoring African values and also what significant role can it play in 2023? To discuss this, we are joined on the line by....
Guest: Dr Zulu Mathabo-Zulu - Research Scientist and Director: Madisebo University Research institute
Guest: Zolani Mkiva - General Secretary of CONTRALESA
Let’s face it, having a baby and starting a family is a huge step. In wellness culture, there is a concept that has been attributed to this transitioning into this new developmental phase for mothers: Matrescence. It is the physical, emotional, hormonal and social transition to becoming a mother. This developmental phase does not only focus on pre-natal care but also post-natal care as well.
With Mother’s Day approaching, this hour is dedicated to mothers supporting one another and sharing their reflections on their respective journeys. We will also unpack how to navigate this journey while maintaining relationships, returning to work, looking after your mental health and still engage in other aspects of daily life. We are joined by…
Guest: Karabo Mokoena - Founder of Black Mom Chronicles, Mental Health & Conscious Parenting Writer
Guest: Angelique Wells - Doula and Founder of the Vent (Mrs Mpumalanga finalist)
Guest: Corna Olivier - Counselling Psychologist and Lecturer at Stadio University (pratical advice for new parents)
Our next guest hails from the streets Umlazi, Durban and started singing from the tender age of five. She burst onto the music scene when she sang for the gospel supergroup, Joyous Celebration.
Some of her career highlights include singing at the President’s inauguration in 2019; being featured as a headline artist at the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz; and African Culture Exchange in Ghana. She has worked alongside Lira, Judith Sephuma and Brian Thusi to name a few. Today, she launches a new musical project called Sane. We are joined by…
Guest(Studio): Brenda Mtambo - Musician
Residents of Sudan’s capital reported heavy air strikes in central Khartoum on Tuesday amid a surge in looting while Saudi Arabia said negotiators were working toward a short-term ceasefire. Witnesses said the army unleashed intense air bombardment in the centre of Khartoum and around the presidential palace. Last week, the Human Sciences Research Council hosted a webinar entitled, Challenging dominant military transition to democratic dispensation approaches in Africa: Perspectives from Sudan.
Guest: Dr Check Achu – Senior Research Specialist at the African Institute of South Africa, Research Division of the Human Sciences Research Council
Guest: Dr Abdul Karim Elgoni – Political analyst at the Somali Institute for Development Research and Analysis
Guest: Alan Campbell - Sales and Marketing Director at ANEW Hotels and Resorts
In the past hour, we have been speaking to various stakeholders in the local tourism industry. Now, we turn our attention to operators within the industry and the challenges they face when finding ways to encourage more domestic travel to their amenities.
SAfmTalkingPoint - live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre where the Africa Travel Indaba is taking place.The tourism industry was hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic and trying very hard to recover. The host city Durban was also hit hard by floods a year ago and using this opportunity to attract tourists.
Guest: Nomasonto Ndlovu – Acting CEO of SA Tourism
Guest: Nhlanhla Khumalo- Acting CEO at Tourism KZN
Guest: Mashoto Mokgethi - Head of Domestic tourism, Short Left at SA Tourism
As coalition-led municipalities seem to be falling apart, thePan Africanist Congress of Azania, PAC, is calling for regulations that could help to properly govern the coalitions. Speaking at their press conference yesterday (Monday), Party president, Mzwanele Nyhontso said that the chaos that continue to play out at the many coalition-led municipalities must be a thing of the past. He went on to say that as the country prepares for the 2024 General Elections, coalitions are highly likely at both national and provincial levels. He sighted Britain as a perfect example of a system that is function no matter how many times they changed their Prime Minister. Is he making sense though based on what we are seeing currently going on?
Guest: Mzwanele Nyhontso – President of the Pan Africanist Congress
Guest: Dr Ralph Mathekga – Political Analyst
As of today, Bryan will be with us for a whole hour every Tuesday to not only deal with the topic of the day, but also all financial enquiries you may have. This morning he’s talking to us about how to live with inflation. We’ve all experienced how expensive things are becoming and constantly told to tighten our belts. Bryan now joins us in studio to share his thoughts....
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Audience engagement: Welcome back messages from #SAfmTalkingPoint with Cathy Mohlahlana
We kick off the show with Professor Tshepo Madlingozi. He has been writing articles airing his views on the state of the country. Recently at an event attended by academics, one of the things he pointed to is how we need to go back to the role of social movements.
He talks about how these movements like the UDF and other civil society organisations became the voice of the poor and marginalised. We’ve just come out of Freedom Day celebrations and many South Africans feel that there’s not much to celebrate because of the high unemployment rate, loadshedding, state of politics, corruption and so many other factors blinding us from celebrating our freedom. Professor Madlingozi now joins me in studio to share his thoughts on the sentiment of the country….
Guest: Professor Tshepo Madlingozi - Director of the Centre for Applied Legal Studies at WITS
In the past month, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have faced a 50% budget cut on their social development grant by the Gauteng government at the end of April 2023. The NGOs represented social services that provide care for vulnerable children, elderly, and people with disabilities. While the department has promised to reimburse the remainder of their grant by 15 May 2023, there has not been more information provided surrounding on how the funding model worth R2,3 billion will be reconfigured beyond June 2023.
According to reports, some NGOs have shared that they were not consulted on the impending decision. Social workers in the province picketed outside of Department’s office for this decision as it woul d comprise their jobs. In this hour, we will be giving a platform to affected NGOs to share how they use the funds to operate and provide social services to communities.
Guest: Sanet van Moerkerken - Social Worker and Program Manager at the Springs and KwaThema Child Welfare
Guest: Dr Blanché Verster - Head of Social Services at SAVF
Guest: Trienie Drotschie - Director of Tutela
Our next guest burst into the music scene after winning the Dare to Dream music competition in his municipality back in 2014. He recorded Buyelekhaya which has gone on to sell over 8 million albums to date and was in high rotation around the continent in Nigeria, Ghana as well as Botswana.
He has gone onto become a multi-award winning artist who has worked alongside Mlindo the Artist, Vusi Nova, Jub Jub and many more. We speak to him about his fourth studio album, Usiba Lwegazi (2022) which has been released after a four year hiatus. We are joined by…
Guest(Studio): Nathi Mankayi - Musician and Songwriter
Guest(Studio): Liza Monageng - Nathi’s Mananger (translator for this interview)
Our next guest grew up in a small town called Keimoes on the banks of the Orange River, about 40 km from Upington and has written a storybook on his journey as an entrepreneur.
In the book, he shares valuable information on how to build sustainable business systems through his outlook: Concept, Method & Mindset. He also shares insights on wealth generation, mentorship, the failures along the way, supporting local industries and the importance of giving back. We are joined by…
Guest(Studio): Daniel Strauss - Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist and Author of Billionaire Career
Guest(Studio): Rolene Strauss - Former Miss World & Former Miss South Africa 2014 (Medical Doctor)
This morning,15 stakeholders within the social justice sector will convene a meeting to reflect on commitments made during the GBV Presidential Summit, the National Strategic Plan, funding for GBVF, and accessing the GBVF Response Fund. In addition, the meeting will focus on engaging relevant parliamentary portfolio committees to discuss prosecutions and strengthening the work being done to combat Gender-Based Violence. We are joined by..
Guest: Dr. Litlhare Rabele - Head of Gender and Programme Manager (Masibambisane GBV Programme) at the Foundation for Human Rights
What is happening with the SASSA payment dates?
We have been receiving calls from many of you who were confused about your social grant payments. Some of you complaining about not receiving your payments as usual.The agency has since issued a statement clarifying that they have made changes to the schedule. So we have invited them on for this hour to deal with all your questions you may still have as we welcome…
Guest Brenton Van Vrede - Executive Manager: Grants Administration at the South African Social Security Agency, SASSA
The history of Worker’s Day is said to originate from the 1800s when workers were fighting for shorter days and also the right to have a say in how they are treated.The 1st of May is recognised internationally as Worker’s or Labour Day and here in South Africa it was officially recognised in 1994 when the democratically elected government took over as you all know where we come from. So today, we thought to speak to some of the unions just to get a sense of where we are when it comes to the state of workers in this country. Under the current government which has amended many cruel laws from the past, are things better for workers? How much has improved and how do they describe the state of workers 29 years into our democracy? To discuss this with them, we are joined on the line by....
Guest: Tahir Maepa – Secretary-General of the Public Service and Commercial Union of South Africa
Guest: Abeeda Adams, - Provincial Secretary at the General Industries Workers Union of South Africa in the Western Cape
Guest: Riefdah Ajam – General Secretary for the Federation of Unions of South Africa
She and her mother wrote a new book and adapted this work into a theatre production called Nobuntu which will be staged at the Johannesburg Theatre on Mother’s Day.
“uNOBUNTU”, is a portrait of the quintessential, post-millennial South African family; a devoted daughter helps her mother fulfil her life-long dream of publishing a treasured 40-year-old manuscript. This story of hope, and triumph, goes against the backdrop of prevailing stereotypes about the culture of literacy in Africa. Instead, it lifts a contextual, hidden narrative about black women writing their lives into existence and subsequently shaping intellectual traditions. Let us listen to the traileOur next guest will help us unpack some of the themes they were hoping to capture with the production and how her mother used poetry as a form of healing from an experience that many women go through but remain silent about when it comes to abrupt loss. To tell us more about these projects, we are joined by…
Guest(Studio): Sihle-Isipho Nontshokweni - Best-selling Author (Wanda, the Brave) and Head Production at the Ultimate Book Show
Guest: Prof Tiaan de Jager - Director of the University of Pretoria Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control
Health Feature: Leadership, Innovation, Investments can contribute to eliminating malaria
Focus: On our health feature this morning we revisit the issue of malaria. I guess it does puzzle the mind that in 2023 malaria is still a problem in the world. Professor Tiaan de Jager - Director of the University of Pretoria Institute for Sustainable Malaria Control says that leadership, innovation and investments can contribute to eliminating malaria and he now joins us to share his views onthe subject….
Premier of South Africa's Gauteng Province, Panyasa Lesufi, says there's no more time to negotiate with criminals. Lesufi says the introduction of the Crime Busting Unit for Gauteng sends a strong message to criminals who have invaded the province and the people's lives into hell. He was speaking during the pass out of 6000 Crime Prevention Wardens in Soshanguve north of the capital Pretoria over the weekend. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say during the launch….
As a Gauteng resident, does that give you any comfort?In your area, did you see the news vehicles that the Premier is talking about? Well, to talk more on this andto also find out how this extra force may complement the different police structures that exist, we are joined by…
Guest: David Bruce – Independent Researcher and ISS Consultant. Many years of analysing policing and crime prevention
Guest: Jacob Masilela – Executive Chairperson of the Gauteng Provincial Community Police Board
Consumer Talk with Lionel Makokotlela
This morning, Lionel will be dealing with tips for those whose cars are stolen and how to claim from your insurance. Police Stats for 2019/2020 have revealed that around 128 cars and motorcycles are stolen each day. Lionel now joins us to talk on this issue…
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
Personal Finance with Bryan Hirsch
Focus: This morning Bryan deals with the importance of persisting with your own investment strategy….
Guest(studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Two of the country’s musical legends and recipients of the lifetime achievement awards, Babsy Mlangeni and Joe Nina have joined forces. They are bringing a timeless musical masterpiece, Kumnandi and Kumnandi Reloaded. have come together to create a project that perfectly blends their individual styles into a celebration of life and to tell us more on the project and how it came about, the two legends join us now in studio…
Guest(Studio): Babsy Mlangeni – Legendary South African musician and recipients of the lifetime achievement awards
Guest(Studio): Joe Nina (Makhosini Henry Xaba) – Musician and producer, recipients of the lifetime achievement awards
This morning we speak about black women’s hair. Our guest is highlighting how black and mixed-race women, traditional shampoos and conditioners pose a huge risk. One of the things she says is that research has found that 78% of products on the black hair care market contained toxic ingredients leading to a host of health issues for black and mixed-race women: cancers, hormonal disruption, developmental and reproductive disorders, allergies and other health issues. To educate us more on this, we are joined in studio by….
Guest(Studio): Ben Anna Padmore – Holistic natural hair care specialist who specialises in Alooecia. She is also a certified wellness and health coach and product creator
Guest: Jackie Seroke - Currently finance secretary for the PAC and also a former detainee who was tortured for his part in liberating this country
Guest: Hezekiel Mothupi - Founding member of the Pan-Africanist Congress, former member of the PAC Youth League and leader of the PAC Sophiatown branch. He is now 90 years and working on his autobiography.
Yesterday, we started the week by commemorating the 30th anniversary of the passing of Oliver Reginald Tambo on 24 April 1993. The Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation commemorated the day by screening the 2019 documentary: The Jewel in our Crown which delves into the mind of the master diplomat, whose vision and foresight created the network of global alliances that constituted the anti-apartheid movement, the largest solidarity movement in history.
His death took place two weeks after the assissination of Chris Hani and shook the nation to its core. During the his funeral on 2 May 1993, former President Nelson Mandela reflected: “Oliver lived not because he did all the things that all of us as ordinary men and women do. Oliver lived because he had surrendered his very being to the people. He lived because his very being embodied love, an idea, a hope, an aspiration, a vision.”
“While he lived, our minds would never quite formulate the thought that this man is other than what the naked eye could see. We could sense it, but never crystallise the thought that with us was one of the few people who inhabited our own human environment, who could be described as the jewel in our crown. I say that Oliver Tambo has not died, because the ideals for which he sacrificed his life can never die.”
Let us listen to the trailer of this film which feature the voices of Albie Sachs, Frene Ginwala, Mavuso Msimang, Lord Peter Hain, Max Sisulu, Graca Machel, Pallo Jordan, Prof. Ben Turok, Ambassador Lindiwe Mabuza, former President Thabo Mbeki and many more.
In light of this, we wanted to speak to somebody who could not only reflect on his legacy as an architect of our freedom today but his role as a father and family man. We are joined by…
Guest: Ambassador Nomatemba Tambo - High Commissioner for the Republic of South Africa to the United Kingdom | Daughter of Oliver Reginald Tambo
As this is the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan will be answering the most frequently asked questions that he has received. We are joined by…
Guest(studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Nkwenkwe Nkomo – Former National Organiser of the Black Peoples Convention, political prisoner and a member of the 1970s group of activists
Guest: Prof Saths Cooper –President of the Pan-African Psychology Union, Also former leader of the Black Consciousness Movement, political prisoner and a member of the 1970s group of activists )
Berita is a multi-award-winning, platinum-selling singer-songwriter, guitarist, music producer and founder of music rights and talent management company Assali Music. Introduced to South Africa in 2012 with the now classic debut ‘Thandolwethu’. Berita has gone on to release four studio albums to critical and commercial acclaim. Preceded by the much-loved 2019 single ‘Ndicel’ikiss’, Berita began 2020 with her chart-topping fourth studio album “Songs in The Key of Love'' released on the 28th of February 2020. The album's lead single ‘Jikizinto’ peaked at number 1 on the Radio Monitor charts making Berita the first Solo female and independent artist to have a number 1 record in the new decade.
Sonically, Berita’s music is an authentic blend of soul music borrowing elements from Afro-Jazz, contemporary pop influences as well as South African dance music. Berita’s music is the soundtrack of life, her lyrical content is substantial from love lost to love found Berita is a master communicator for the heart and soul. Berita’s music style was influenced by her distinct background. Born in Zimbabwe, Berita was introduced to the music of Oliver Mtukudzi and Majaivana, South African artists Brenda Fassie, Yvonne Chaka Chaka and Mafikizolo. In 2007 she emigrated to New Zealand with her family in search of greener pastures due to the difficult economic and political climate in Zimbabwe. Whilst living in the diaspora Berita found solace in infectious pop music on the radio inspiring her to pick up the guitar. In 2011 Berita arrived in South Africa with a suitcase and a guitar on a parental mandate to attend tertiary education and secretly to pursue her love for music. Needless to say she excelled in both!
Berita has cemented her position as African music royalty, rubbing shoulders with late Zimbabwean music giant Oliver Mtukudzi and Grammy award-winning Hugh Masekela on the adult contemporary chart-topping collaboration titled 'Mwana Wa Mai' released in 2014. Berita has released dance hits with South African house music legends Oskido and DJ Tira. Equally comfortable amongst her peers Berita has worked with dance mavericks Mobi Dixon and Da Capo as well as award-winning soul singer Amanda Black. Berita has graced live stages in East and Southern Africa including the Bayimba International Festival (Uganda), Lake of Stars Festival (Malawi), Jakaranda Music Festival (Zimbabwe) and Cape Town International Jazz festival (South Africa).
Guest(Studio): Berita, real name Gugulethu Khumalo - Musician, singer, songwriter and music producer
As part of our build-up to Freedom Day which is on the 27th of April, we continue to bring you stories related to how we got there.This morning we speak to Ambassador Abdul Minty, one of our country’s anti-apartheid activists who spent many years in exile and also top diplomat still representing the country under a democratic dispensation.Ambassador Minty left the country in 1958 for Britain, to join the anti-apartheid movement. Amongst his many contributions, he was instrumental in exposing the apartheid government’s nuclear armaments programme. This week he wasawarded an honorary doctorate by Wits University in science for his contributions to peace and for the use of science for development and he now joins us via Zoom to share snippets of his journey in a wide-ranging interview….
Guest(Zoom): Ambassador Abdul Minty - currently serves as the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency
Guest: Pamela Saxby - Public Policy Consultant (specializing parliamentary process)
Guest: Adv. Nhlanhla Sibisi - Chief Executive Officer of RiSA
Guest: Stanley Khoza - Chairperson of Moshito and producer
Guest: Gift Mdlalose - Owner of Gifted Sound
Guest: Thando Philison - Legal Council at the Composers, Authors and Publishers Association (CAPASSO)
Guest: Adv. Sipho Mantula - Senior Researcher at the Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs at the University of South Africa
Earlier this week, the health fraternity commemorated World Haemophilia Day (17 April 2023). The theme for this year is “Access for All: Prevention of Bleeds as the Global Standard of Care”. This day is celebrated by haemophilia organisations around the world, and gives them an opportunity to increase awareness of haemophilia.
Haemophilia is a genetic disorder that affects the blood's ability to clot. This results in excessive bleeding from even minor injuries and even spontaneous bleeding in certain cases.
Guest: Dr. Nicholas Mangeya – Country Medical Director - Roche Southern Africa & Africa Genomics Program Partnerships Lead- Roche Africa
Guest: Dr Ngoakoana Mahlachana - Medical Doctor & runs the Haemophilia Clinic at Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital.
Last week, we had a conversation on ethical and conscious leadership. An organization reached out to us to share the work that they are doing towards fostering servant leadership among young people. This intergenerational dialogue looks at the servant leaders that have emerged in South African history, unpacking their past, political leadership, vision, lessons, styles and tools to achieve a harmonious and cohesive South Africa.
In this hour, we unpack the Youth Speak leaders after watching the servant leader episodes talk about their understanding and interpretation of the kind of leadership they will vote for. Youth speak leaders motivate other young adults to start the conversation about our future leadership inheritance and the role they can play to make South Africa better for all. Youth Speak Leaders speaks about authority, power, social justice, the constitution and basic human rights, service delivery, justice and so much more.
Guest(she/her): Lidian Plaatjies - Project Manager of the Servant Leadership Legacy Project (Daughter of the patron: Prof. Dan Plaatjies & Dr. Lydia Anne Plaatjies)
Guest (she/her): Mbali Williams - LLB student at the University of Cape Town (participant of the servant leadership programme)
Guest (they/them): Nicholas Kruger - Postgraduate Theatre and Performance student at the University of Cape Town (participant of the servant leadership programme)
Guest (she/her): Dr. Lydia-Anne Plaatjies - Director of Active Citizenship: Executive Support Outcomes
Let’s speak now to James Donald, executive director of the Department of Basic Education’s Programme for Entrepreneurship, Employability & Education. He says that education is an essential part of Freedom Month celebrations. He goes on to say that it is also an opportunity to showcase the role it plays in promoting social justice and economic empowerment. The major highlight is entrepreneurship education which he says is essential not only to shape the mind-sets of young people but also to provide the skills, knowledge and attitudes that are central to developing an entrepreneurial culture. He now joins us on the line to share his thoughts…..
Guest: James Donald - Executive Director for the DBE's Programme for Entrepreneurship, Employability & Education
This morning, Lionel will be dealing with some of the questions you’ve been sending to him. Also you are more than welcome to engage with his on some of the consumer experiences and questions you may still have…..
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
Stokvels have been used as informal savings facilities for year within communities. However, we hardly discuss how we can turn this kind of group savings into long-term investment. To help us unpack what options stokvel groups have.
Guest: Sifiso Nkosi - Head of stokvels and group savings at FNB
Talking about the issue of land which is very thorny as none of the regimes from Nelson Mandela's government, Thabo Mbeki, Jacob Zuma up to Cyril Ramaphosa seem to be able to give a concrete solution. What is it that seems to make the land issue so difficult for our country?
Guest: Dr Mathole Motshekga – former chairperson of the ad Hoc committee on land expropriation
Guest: Themba Godi - Leader of the African People's Convention and also former SCOPA chair in parliament
Our Friday Wind Down feature today is with Sol Shimambu. He’s being described as an African contemporary soul artist. A self-taught guitarist sings in some of the different South African languages which include Xitsonga, English, Isi-Zulu, Se Sotho, Sepedi, and Shona. Which of these languages does he like to sing in the most? He now joins us in studio to tell us about his musical journey…
Guest(Studio): Sol Shibambu - African contemporary soul artist
Let’s tell you now about the 'PITIKI' Poetic Blues. It’s Sesotho production that is said to be venerating different passages of women's voyage, their highs, blows and lows through Poetry and Music. According to Sesotho history, this is a long standing practice of the Basotho nation, a safe space for Women to find council, to have conversations about the different passages of women after giving birth, to restore her back to self. To tell us more on this and also explain what it is that we who don’t know much about this practice should know about it. Also for young Basotho children, what should they take from this?
Guest: thabiseng JahRose Jafta
Guest: Letshego Sefuba, poet/actor
Guest: Lerato Motloung, Singer
Guest (tbc): Yoliswa Makhasi - Director General of the National Department of Public Service and Administration
Guest: Dr. Dale T. McKinley- An independent writer, researched, lecturer and political activist
Guest: Reuben Maleka - Acting Deputy General Manager of the Public Servants Association of South Africa
The Public Service Commission (PSC) recently reported that R26-million was paid to government employees on precautionary suspension for the 2021/22 fiscal year – 167 employees were suspended with pay at national and provincial departments as well as state-owned entities where disciplinary proceedings were still ongoing. In one case, an official was suspended with full pay for 883 days while his disciplinary process was completed.
Our next guest argues that precautionary suspensions are generally used as an interim measure imposed for orderly administration, not as a disciplinary sanction. They are intended to protect the interests of both the employer and employee while investigating allegations against an employee. The taxpayer’s interests should also be paramount in public service. In this hour, we discuss this with workers union in the public sector on the impact it has on productivity and service delivery. We also invited representatives from government to share information on the status of the Public Service Precautionary Suspensions Guide.
Guest (tbc): Yoliswa Makhasi - Director General of the National Department of Public Service and Administration
Guest: Dr. Dale T. McKinley- An independent writer, researched, lecturer and political activist
Guest: Reuben Maleka - Acting Deputy General Manager of the Public Servants Association of South Africa
Guest(Studio): Stephen Fonseca – Manager for the African Centre for Medicolegal Systems at the ICRC in Southern Africa – It’s a network of forensic practitioners across the African continent
The Gauteng Department of Health has urged those with missing family members to come forward as more than 900 unidentified bodies lie in the province’s mortuaries. The department’s forensic pathology services (FPS) in Gauteng have 938 unclaimed and unidentified bodies across their 11 mortuaries. We thought to use this opportunity to educate ourselves around these processes and also for those foreign national who pass away in the country as to how their families can claim them. One of the cases that is dominated the news is how Dr Nadipha allegedly stole three bodies, also how it was assumed that the body that burnt in the prison cell is that of Thabo Bester, the big question is how can something like this happen and what is the role of forensics in all of this?
Guest(Studio): Stephen Fonseca – Manager for the African Centre for Medicolegal Systems at the ICRC in Southern Africa – It’s a network of forensic practitioners across the African continent
This morning, we focus on a growing trend that plastic surgeons are noticing within their practices: reversible cosmetic procedures. These procedures have become more common with the rise of reality television and the influence of social media when it comes to beauty standards. So we thought to invite one of the country’s prominent constructive surgeons to talk about the rise in this trend and also educate us on which procedures are reversible and which ones are not.
Guest: Dr Deon Weyers - Fourways-based cosmetic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Deon Weyers
Given our previous discussion, we wanted to focus on leadership during #FreedomMonth as we have seen the decline in public trust and servant leadership over the years. We wanted to unpack not only the impact this has on society but how this will have an effect on identifying ethical leaders ahead of the upcoming elections. We are joined by…
Guest: Dudu Msomi - Founder and CEO of Busara Leadership Partners
Guest: Solly Moeng - Brand Reputation Management Adviser & Managing Director of Strategic Corporate Communications Consultancy DonValley
Guest: Brenda Kali - CEO of the Conscious Leaders and Ethics Institute
Throughout history, we have experienced and read about the spectrum of our leadership capabilities: the good, bad and ugly.While we live in extraordinary times plagued with uncertainty and pressure, there is an opportunity to change the course of a nation by changing the shape, character and consciousness of its leadership. During our rolling coverage of #FreedomMonth, we explore how conscious and ethical leadership has shaped our democratic journey but also identified how we lost it along the way. Our next guest argues that conscious leadership is central to prioritizing humanity and says that all leaders have a choice.
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
This morning, Lionel will take our listeners through an easy guide for first time property buyers. We are going to explore questions consumers need to ask and keep at the back of their minds when purchasing a home.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Personal Finance with Bryan Hirsch
This morning, we discuss one of the principles of investing surrounding not to allow emotions into your decision-making process.
Maisotsenko, inventor of M-Cycle energy systems
We speak now to Professor Valeriy Maisotsenko who is the of M-Cycle energy systems. He may have a solution for our energy crisis. One of the things he says is that responsible use of coal and oil is possible, this is contrary to the global view propagating the end of the use of fossil fuels to fight climate change. He now joins us in studio to explain how this works….
Guest(Studio): Professor Valeriy Maisotsenko - Inventor of M-Cycle energy systems
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla - Former statistician general of Stats SA & promoter of M-Cycle
Guest: Stan Maisotsenko - CEO of M-Cycle (son of Prof Maisotsenko)
Guest: Mojalefa Murphy - Partner at M-Cycle
Guest: Prof Teboho Moja - Professor of higher education policy at NYU who hails from South Africa
Guest: Professor Thierry M Luescher, the research director of the Human Sciences Research Council
Let’s take you to New York now where the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) is hosting the exhibition of the “Aftermath of #FeesMustFall photovoice project” and also the launch of a book titled, “#FeesMustFall and its Aftermath: Violence, Wellbeing, and the Student Movement in South Africa” . All of this is taking place at the New York University and to tell us more on it and also why they’ve decided to take this to the USA, we are joined on the line by....
Possible questions:
- How did this research project get started?
- Why specifically use photovoice as a medium?
- What is the significance of running the exhibition and doing the book launch during Freedom Month?
- What are the prominent themes that will be exhibited?
- Why did the HSRC want to collaborate with New York University?
- How long is the exhibition?
- Will there be an exhibition series in SA?
Guest: Omy Naidoo - Founder of Newtricion Wellness Dieticians
State of nutrition in the countryFocus: The South African Child Gauge 2020 report called malnutrition a form of slow violence against poor children. It is not just about hunger, but also about the quality and variety of foods that children eat. Many children in SA don't have access to healthy foods, and poverty makes it even worse. In addition, The South African National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (SANHANES) found that over a quarter of the population is malnourished, while more than half are overweight. This is a major issue for children, as malnutrition can have lifelong effects on their physical and mental development. To discuss this further, we are joined on the line by....
Possible questions:
- What is the role of food in a child’s physical and especially mental growth, and how does malnutrition affect it?
2. Research shows that children need a varied diet. Do you think enough is being done to educate parents on the subject?3. More and more parent mention load-shedding and tight work schedule among the reasons they can’t cook. What can these parents do?4. Malnutrition typically affects poor families. What types of food can they buy to ensure their children are eating well, at an affordable price?
Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi – Long standing unionist, activist, former Cosatu General Secretary and currently general secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Unions
Guest: Madala Masuku - First deputy general secretary for the SACP
As you heard in my opening that today (10th of April) marks exactly thirty years since Chris Hani the then general secretary of the South African Communist party. His assassination happened at a very sensitive time in the history of our country as we were building up to the first democratic elections, while the codesa talks for peace were still fresh. So many things were happening, political violence in the country between the ANC and the IFP, on the other hand the AWB was fighting for an independent Afrikaner state. Let’s take you back to that era to remind ourselves just how tense things were after the assassination of Chris Hani....
To talk about Hani’s legacy and also what his death meant for the country and the instability it nearly caused, we are joined by...
Guest: Mario Fereira - Head of the CARP Fishing Project (part of Hunger Alleviation Programme) and Head of the Southern Cape/Garden Route area for Disaster Relief at Gift of the Givers Foundation
The holiday period is always a time for giving as communities share the little that they have with each other. Our next guest is at the forefront of providing relief to communities that are in need and has delivered 1,2 tonnes fresh fish as part of their Hunger Alleviation Programme which tackles food insecurity one meal at a time.
Guest: Siyabonga “Big Zulu” Nene - Rapper and Songwriter
Guest: Jabulani “Sjava” Hadebe - Singer, Rapper, and Actor
Fans of two of South Africa’s heavyweight entertainers Sjava and Big Zulu are in for a treat as the pair announced a joint project as ‘Inkabi Zezwe that will be released in May 2023. The intermingling of traditional IsiZulu musical forms with contemporary music is the confluence at which the two artists meet; Sjava makes his way through African Trap and AfroSoul while Big Zulu boisterously asserts by way of Hip-Hop.
Inkabi Zezwe - an isiZulu term of endearment that, when used in the context of music, describes a unified brotherhood that is representative and reflective of the nation. Zezwe means 'of the Nation', simply put, Sjava & Big Zulu are two giants who have united for this once-off collaboration as an offering to the nation. Their lead single to the project, Umbayimbayi has gone gold this week.
Guest: Dr. Simphiwe Dlamini - Lecturer at the School of Physiology at the University of Witwatersrand
At least ten million South Africans didn’t have enough food or money to buy food in 2019, according to Stats SA. Our next guest has conducted a study looking at the impact of food insecurity and mental health in the country. One of the gaps he indentified was our understanding on the impact of households’ coping strategies on mental health. Such strategies include eating less, borrowing or using credit, and even begging for food on the streets.
#AfricaUnlocked: Significance of April the 6th
April the 6th is one of the most significant historical day in our country. Yes we remember the unjust execution of NK cadre Solomon Kalushi Mahlangu, but it’s also the day Jan van Reebek landed at the Cape in 1652. It is also the day the Pan African Congress (PAC) was formed. With all of these developments in mind, we speak to David Letsoalo who calls himself a Sankarist. He has written an article where he talks about the loss of conscience of black leaders. One of the things he says is that it’s only through our consciences that we can bring about meaningful transformation on our journey to true liberation after the disappointment that followed the post-independence Afrika and, indeed, the “post-apartheid” South Afrika. He now joins us via zoom to talk on this issue and the significance of this day
Guest: Dr Kedi Motingoe - Child Psychiatrist and member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP)
Although statistics in South Africa are scarce, a study conducted in the Western Cape noted an increase of 76% in children with autism in schools. Symptoms present early in the child’s development and behaviours such as the way they learn, speak, play and behave in a social context. In reality, though these children are more often undiagnosed and ruled as ‘difficult, dangerous, bad-mannered, uncontrollable, a savant, introverted and is the result of poor parenting.
Guest:Simon Zwane – Spokesperson for the Road Traffic Management Corporation
Let’s turn our focus now on the state of our long distance buses and taxis. Some of the long distance buses and taxis on the road are in a very poor state. One often wonders how authorities deal with these taxis and buses. Also the awkwardness of having to stop the bus or taxi and not allow it to continue with the journey. What then do you do as a passenger caught-up in this? Is it your fault having seen how poor the bus or taxi looked? To speak on this and to share some of the worst they have seen on the road, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola - Spokesperson of NUMSA
Guest: Lwaphesheya Khoza - Department of Transport Spokesperson
As we head into the Easter Weekend, there is a bus strike that is looming as bus-passenger sector workers are demanding 7% increase, health insurance and the two year agreement. The trade unions have been in negotiations since January 2023 and trade unions lodged their dispute in February 2023.
There is a long-standing culture of bus strikes just before this holiday period and previous strikes have left commuters stranded. Since the COVID-19, the bus industry has struggled to recover as many operators closed, the quality of the service received has declined and the remaining entities have faced violent attacks over routes from the taxi industry. In this hour, we unpack how the state of public transport during peak period. We are joined by…
Guest: Lumka Oliphant – Spokesperson for the Department of Social Development
This morning we speak to the Department of Social Development about some of the social grant categories the public don’t seem to understand. One of the issues they have highlighted is the Child Support TopUp Grant. What is it exactly and also as the Talking Point, we receive a lot of your queries from our listeners about not qualifying or being turned away when applying for social grants be it for foster care and so on. So this is your opportunity to understand and engage on this issue...
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
This morning, we discuss the pros and cons when it comes to the administration of estate.
Guest: Dr. Aaron Motswaledi - Minister of Home Affairs
Yesterday, we had a caller who had asked a questions surrounding status of exemption permits in the country and the backlog that exists at the Department of Home Affairs. We have since received a call from the Department who has asked for the opportunity to clarify the process and take on queries. We are joined by...
Guest: Waldo Marcus - Head of Marketing at TPN Credit Bureau
The survey attributes the increase in vacancies to delayed inventory coming onto the market coupled with high rates of vacancies in rental stock with lower price points. All indications are that the residential rental market will be able to absorb the available supply of rental properties.
However, the increased cost of living is expected to weigh on the lower end of the market with high vacancy levels expected to continue. Vacancy rates tend to vary from province to province depending on factors such as semigration, property prices and job opportunities.
Guest: Prof Pitika Ntuli – Cultural activist and former anti-apartheid activist
Guest: Seth Mazibuko – Anti-Apartheid activist & community leader(formed part of the June 16 uprising)
The month of April has been adopted as Freedom Month because it is the month that where the country’s first democratic election took place in 1994. So as of today, we as the Talking Point will be embarking on a journey reflecting on the state of our freedom as South Africans up to the day of the elections. The idea is to look at what we should be appreciating when it comes to our hard earned freedom and also separating the politics and government corruption from our freedom. Wherever you are as a South African, how would you define the freedom you are enjoying today? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined by....
Guest: Prof. Heidi van Rooyen - Group Executive of the Impact Centre at the HSRC
Three Years On: Has our Healthcare system recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic? Focus: South Africans woke up under a hard lockdown after Level 5 restrictions kicked in at midnight in the last week of March 2020. President Cyril Ramaphosa made the announcement a few days before the lockdown, after consultation with leaders of political parties and the National Coronavirus Command Council. A National State of Disaster was declared in response to the outbreak of the Corona virus. While lockdown restrictions were dropped over a year ago, the Healthcare system still faces challenges in bridging the gap on access to quality health services. To help us unpack where we are rebuilding our health system, we are joined by...
Chief Justice Raymond Zondo says the poor performance of municipalities in the country, is due to the appointment of non competent and non qualifying officials in public service office positions. Justice Zondo said this during delivering the keynote address at the OR Tambo lecture at the University of Fort Hare in Alice last week. Zondo says the mismanagement of State Owned Enterprises is all due to corruption and the failure of political leaders to uphold OR Tambo's values. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say….
CLIP – ZONDO-MUNICIPALITIES
Guest: Kevin Allan – Managing Director at Municipal IQ
Guest: Dumisani Magagila - General Secretary for SAMWU
Lionel Makokotlela joins us to talk about the psychology of money and how this is impacting on households…
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
Focus: As we mark the three-year anniversary of the lockdown, we turn our focus on the amount of debt this has left for many people in the country. Research conducted by the
National Debt Advisors Research Department has revealed that between March and December 2020, 80% of the finances in South African households were negatively impacted as a result of lockdown, job losses and a subsequent interruption of income. How would they describe the current situation we are sitting with and what sort of revelations did they come across? To help us understand and also what it is we can do, we are joined by….
Guest: Grant Heyman - Marketing Coordinator at National Debt Advisors
One of the stories that dominated the weekend is that of taxpayer money spent to keep power uninterrupted for ministers and their deputies. The amount is said to be around R7-million since June 2019. This was revealed by newly appointed Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala, answering a question by DA MP Leon Schreiber. According to reports, the department spent R18.3 million on electricity alone for their homes in Cape Town and R7.4 million has for water. I guess this would not have been an issue if the country was not facing an electricity blackout. What does this say about the ethics around our leadership and politicians in general as they seem to put themselves first and the country second. What should we read into this?
Guest: Wayne Duvenage – Chief Executive Officer at the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA)
Guest: Professor Ntsikelelo Breakfast - Department of History and Political Studies at Nelson Mandela University
Guest: Cynthia Schoeman - Managing Director of Ethics Monitoring & Management Services Proprietary Ltd
On weekday mornings since February of 2023, we have been following the journey of Sibahle in our book reading. This morning, we thought it would be a good time to bring the author onto the show to unpack some of the seminal themes that have emerged and what to expect as the book is set to continue until the end of next month. We are joined by...
Guest: Cylia Mmapula Monama (Lesego) - Author of the Sibahle Rabasoth
Formed in 2013, Thesis ZA is a duo consisting of vocalists Ayanda Charlie and Ondela Simakuhle. Our next guests have been featured on Radio 2000’s “Rising Stars” program, the duo has performed alongside Zoe Modiga and performed as an opening act for Msaki. They’ve performed with the likes of Hugh Masekela, Ian Von Memerty and Gloria Bosman in their respective careers, and have an exciting future to look forward to as they’re frequently celebrated as an emerging blend of South African classical and jazz music.
Guest: Ayanda Charlie - Musician
Guest: Ondela Simakuhle - Musician
Our next guest is a Zimbabwean comedian based in the United Kingdom. He is best known for his satirical news show "Properganda with Kandoro' and his podcast podcast Sadza in the morning. Kandoro burst on the scene in 2016 with his satirical skits, he went on to form Madhorofiya Republik which became the vehicle that housed his other creative work
including Sadza in the Morning podcast, an animated series called PaJecha and Madhorofiya Socials, an event designed to be a meet and greet between Kandoro and the people that supported his work online.
In June 2017, Kandoro created Sadza in the Morning podcast alongside fellow creative, Nickk Titan, the podcast would grow to Zimbabwe's biggest podcast, with over 400 000 downloads and featured in VICE amongst other top African podcasts. In December 2020, Kandoro became the first comedian to sell out a headline show at the famed Reps Theatre in Harare, and on the 27th he performed his debut "Conspiracy Theories".
In June 2021, Kandoro launched a satirical news program, Properganda with Kandoro on YouTube, which deals with current affairs, politics and social commentary. The main premise of the show is to contribute on behalf of young people to matters that currently affect Zimbabweans. Kandoro has participated and collaborated with several other content creators and media houses, including Munashe Chirisa, Tanya Fear, Tongayi Chirisa, Rymez, Magama Network, Checkout Africa.
Guest: Mukudzei Kandoro Majoni - Comedian and Podcaster
In 2021, a study conducted illustrated that up to 25% of people are affected by depression and anxiety in South Africa. This study was conducted again in 2023 and it was also discovered that people who had experienced a childhood trauma are most likely to develop mental health problems. One of the key barriers to seeking help is the cost of counseling.
Our next guest has developed an mobile application that bridges the gap when it comes to free resources and counseling that would help improve health-seeking behaviors. In the past two years, their application has also opened a new platform that help teenagers and young adults get access to services. We are joined by....
Guest: Allan Sweidan - psychologist and co-founder of Panda
As you heard yesterday (Wed) that newly-released Statistics South Africa figures show that the country's annual consumer price inflation increased from six-point-nine per cent in January to seven p er cent in February this year.
Inflation increased by zero-point-seven-percent - month-on-month in February. Inflationary pressures came from food and non- alcoholic beverages, housing, utilities and transport. Food inflation increased to an all-time high at 13-point-six-per-cent year-on-year. Let’s use this opportunity now to talk about how we as South Africans can navigate these hard economic times. Economists talk about tightening the belt, but how far can we do that? To help us navigate this issue,
Guest: Sbu Nyathi from Isakhombe Assets - co-host of Ubuntunomics Podcast
Guest: Gerald Mwandiambira, CEO of the South African Savings Institute
Earlier this week, the International Criminal Court (ICC)issued a warrant of arrest for the Russian President, Vladimir Putin on war crimes (the deportation of 16 000 children) related to the Ukranian conflict. This would mean that all of the 123 member states of the ICC would be compelled to arrest the Russian Head of State and transfer him to their headquarters at the Hague. Russia’s investigative body (The Prosecutor General) has opened its own criminal case against the judicial body arguing that the President should not be held criminally liable due to his immunity status in line with the 1973 United Nations.
Closer to home, South Africa announced that it will leave the ICC after it chose not to arrest then Sudanese President Omar Al-Bashir back in 2016. Later that year, the country submitted an instrument to withdraw from the judicial body. South Africa may be faced with the possibility of history repeating itself with a second head of state when it hosts the BRICS Summit in August 2023. To help us unpack the implications of South Africa’s position, we are joined by…
Guest: Tembisa Fakude - Senior Research Fellow at Africa Asia Dialogues
This week, the North Gauteng High Court has been hearing the court application on the constitutionality of loadshedding. The group of eleven organizations that have made a multi-stakeholder court application against several government departments including the Presidency surrounding the energy crisis. The group has called for schools, essential services such as hospital as well as clinic facilities,
telecommunication towers for network and other public goods to be exempt from loadshedding.
The group says that there is a human cost of loadshedding and that the poor are most affected by the energy crisis. The group wants this court action expose the decision-making by government departments as well as the State-Owned Enterprise. The group wants to also propose solutions that will ensure the constitutional mandate of the uninterrupted electricity is fulfilled.
Guest(confirmed): Adv. Tshepo Mojapelo - Director at Mojapelo Attorneys Inc
Guest(tbc): Miyelani Holeni - governance expert
Guest(10h00 - 10h20): Phakamile Hlubi-Majola - Spokesperson of NUMSA (One of the applicants whose picketing outside of the North Gauteng High Court)
As we continue our coverage on human rights month looking at the different aspects of life that affect our lives. So from today until Friday the Department of Social Development is hosting the Sexual and Reproductive Justice Conference.
One of the interesting discussions is that women being in full control of their bodies and expressing themselves, free from any form of sexual or reproductive oppression, this means that all persons have the right to choose to have or not have children. To tell us why a conference of this magnitude is needed in 2023 and what it is that women are still facing in our country, we are joined by…
Guest: Dr Neloufar Khan - acting Director Population and Development Research Director in the Department of Social Development
This year, Human Rights Day is commemorated under the theme: “Consolidating and Sustaining Human Rights Culture into the Future”. One of the ways to sustain human rights culture is ensuring the platforms to protect human rights are readily accessible to the public and can uphold the principle of Equal before the Law as society evolves. In this hour, we speak to one of the pillars of human rights in the South African Constitution: Equality. More specifically, we unpack the purpose of the Equality Court in protecting the our human rights and why this court is being underutilized as a site of legal recourse. Why is it not visible to the public?
Guest: Mbekezeli Benjamin (he/him) - Mbekezeli Benjamin - Research and Advocacy Officer at Judges Matter (The purpose of the equality court and where it sits in the judicial system)
Guest: Kneo Mokgopa (they/them) - Head of Leadership Development at the Nelson Mandela Foundation (the experience of the court processes when they made the court application to the Equality Court for the Apartheid flag matter)
Guest: Kholekile Mnisi (they/them)- Head of Media and Communications at the Foundation for Human Rights (The principle of being Equal Before the Law, the Bill of Rights and public trust in the court system)
Seizures involve sudden, temporary, bursts of electrical activity in the brain that change or disrupt the way messages are sent between brain cells. These electrical bursts can cause involuntary changes in body movement or function, sensation, behavior or awareness. It is important to note the distinction between seizures and other brain-related medical conditions. A seizure is an event and can be a symptom of other medical problems. To help us unpack more on how seizures impact brain health,
Guest: Dr. Comfort Shaba - Neurologist at the Netcare Krugersdorp Hospital
South Africans were not sure what they will be waking up to this morning as evening when government assured the nation that they have everything under control regarding the EFF’s shutdown. The memory of the July unrest is still fresh especially for business who lost millions when shops were looted. As we are watching the day unfold, we thought to talk about some of the fears the nation is going through today and the faith they have in government as we welcome....
Guest: Professor Saths Cooper - President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
Guest (10h00 - 10h30): Bataung Qhotsokoane - Technology Researcher at iAfrikan
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla – Former Statistician General
The SMME sector is said to be the most worried as they are losing a day’s much needed income. The economy is not looking too good those who are in business know the pain very well. Also memories of the July looting rendered many people out of business as they could not bounce back after taking heavy losses. Let’s speak now about the sector and the pain they will be feeling after today as we welcome....
Guest: Tebogo Khaas - Chair of Public Interest SA and also President of the SMME Forum
There’s been a lot of reaction to Monday’s shutdown by the EFF. Government yesterday (Thursday) announced measures they will be taking to ensure that there wont’s be chaos during the protest action. Some civil society
organisations are saying no to the action as it will infringe on people’s rights. And to discuss this further, we are joined by….
Guest: Zaakirah Vadi - Coordinator for Defend our Democracy
Guest: Sinawo Thambo – EFF national spokesperson
Our next guest initially met at a club in Johannesburg back in 2011 and debuted several months later. Mi Casa are an ebullient pop outfit known for their infectious blend of jazz, dance music, and R&B influenced by their African and Portuguese roots. The trio broke into the industry through with their debut album: Mi Casa featuring the single "These Streets." It also took home three South African Music Awards for Best Dance Album, Newcomer of the Year, and Record of the Year. The group has collaborated with Jimmy Nevis, Black Coffee, and many more. In 2020, Mi Casa celebrated their tenth anniversary with the release of We Made It which included the singles "Church Bells" and the smash-hit “Mamela”.
Guest: Joao Da Fonseca (J'Something) - Singer
Guest: Sipho Mphahlaza (Dr Duda) - DJ and Producer
Guest: Moshe Kgasoane (Mo-T) - Trumpeter
The Public Protector's preliminary investigation into the Phala Phala break-in has cleared President Cyril Ramaphosa of certain charges. This is while the Parliamentary inquiry (Section 89 panel) said he should face an impeachment inquiry over the Phala Phala matter.
This is not the first time in our democracy where we have Parliamentary findings bringing forward a divergent set of recommendations from a chapter nine institution or a court ruling. In this hour, we will unpack the two reports that have emerged from these institutions. We will also track the how the
spheres of governance have handled scandals of this nature (Arms Deal/Nkandla/Phala Phala) previously andwhether the President will survive the onslaught of this scandal.
Guest: Benedict Phiri - Legal Analyst
Focus: March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and this morning, we want to speak about the importance of gut health given the different home remedies we were given to cure or clean stomach-related ailments in our respective upbringings.
Bowel cancer is the second most common cancer in men after prostate cancer in South Africa. It is the third most common cancer in women after breast and cervical cancer.
Guest: Dr Thulo Molefi - Specialist and Senior Lecturer at the Department of Medical Oncology at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and the University of Pretoria
According to the CSIR, 45% of the nation’s available food supply is wasted annually. Food Waste occurred during the early phases of production: Post-harvest handling, Storage and Processing. In 2021, 10.3 million tonnes of edible food earmarked for human consumption does not reach the human stomach.
Our next guest has been working towards ending hunger since October 2019 and have delivered over 38,6 million meals in the last three years. Their team has rescued 11,7 million kilograms of food to date through their technology. As the food rescue and hunger relief organization commemorates, it will work towards eradicating hunger with a focus on Sections 27 (Health care, food, water and social security) of the South African Constitution. Around 20 million people are on a spectrum of severe food vulnerability and the government is not fulfilling its constitutional obligation to address this catastrophe.
Guest: Alan Browde - CEO and Founder of SA Harvest
Guest: Mpho "Storyteller" Plaatjies
Guest: Vyanan "Bhima" Das Mottian
Guest: Xolani Masango
Guest: Victor VusumuziMonna Pula Zikalala
Let’s speak now to the people behind the Pan Afrikan Comix 2085 series. They are using their comic series to tell the story of South Africa’s important historical events that define who we are as a nation and how we go to where we are today. Also how we can use these event to better build our nation? To give us a sense of what this project gets the message across and the role played by the group that puts it all together.
Last week we received a voice note from one of our callers who resides in the uThukela District Municipality. He says that they have been without water for many weeks. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say….
VOICE NOTE
LINK: The municipality has been battling to deal with the water shortage so much that the DA too some journalists to the area to show how bad the situation is. To give us a sense of how bad the situation is and what is being done to sort it out,.
Guest: Thys van Rensburg – uThukela Water Crisis Coordinator DA Councillor in the uThukela District Municipality
Guest: Municipality representative TBC (They will give me the name later)
This morning Bryan talks to us about the principles of how to be a better saver and investor. He now joins us in studio to educate us on the subject….
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
This past Friday, we received a call from a listener, Shirley talking about her cries to the Western Cape government for a house are falling on deaf ears. She also spoke about how
they are ignoring all the proof of corruption she sent to them. The producers were approached by the City of Cape Town to have a right of reply. My producers then agreed with them that they can come on air today at 10:10am to respond to Shirley and also talk about how they are dealing with housing issues affecting their communities. Then yesterday (Sunday), they asked for a postponement and sent this response: The City of Cape Town has assisted the resident and her family with their housing related enquiries in the past. The City will investigate the recent allegations/complaints raised by the resident on SAFM last week. We await the written details from SAFM in order to act on the complaint. The City has an open door policy and encourages residents to approach us with their enquiries directly. The City will provide detailed feedback to the resident and SAFM in due course
Guest: Adi Kumar - Director of Ndifuna Ukwazi (expertise: social housing and urban planning. Ndifuna Ukwazi is a housing movement based in Cape Town advocating for spatial redress when it comes to affordable and also speak to communities on RDP housing in urban centres)
Guest: Thapelo Mohapi - Secretary General of Abahlali baseMjondolo (expertise: rural housing and organizing for the
right to fully subsidized housing. AbM is a landless housing movement in KZN who have existed for more than a decade.)
Guest: Dr. Trevor Ngwane - Director of the Centre for Sociological Research and Practice at UJ (expertise: History of the RDP Model)
Focus: Good news for people living with disabilities is that the South African National Roads Agency, (Sanral) has embarked on a program to empower Small and Medium Enterprises headed by people with disabilities to form part of the construction of Moloto Road. The agency has set aside almost R130 million to train prospective contractors from designated groups to be successful when bidding for such projects. Beneficiaries have expressed gratitude for the opportunities. To tell us more on this and also who and how does one qualify? Also why have they decided to go this route?
Guest(Studio): Melba Beca – Stakeholder Relations Manager at SANRAL
This morning we are double blessed to have both two of the countries great musicians in studio. Msaki and Tubatsi who formed a new project with a new single, ‘Zibonakalise’. This is one of their latest tracks taken from their debut album ‘Synthetic Hearts’. They now join us to talk about the thinking behind this project and why they decided to joins forces…
Guest: Msaki - Composer, singer, and songwriter and multi-award-winner
Guest: Tubatsi Mpho Moloi - Multi-instrumentalist from Soweto’s Urban Village
Let’s speak now to the people behind the Pan Afrikan Comix 2085 series. They are using their comic series to tell the story of South Africa’s important historical events that define who we are as a nation and how we go to where we are today. Also how we can use these event to better build our nation? To give us a sense of what this project gets the message across and the role played by the group that puts it all together, we are joined by
Guest: Mpho "Storyteller" Plaatjies
Guest: Vyanan "Bhima" Das Mottian
Guest: Xolani Masango
Guest: Victor VusumuziMonna Pula Zikalala
Focus: As the Mining Indaba continues in Cape Town till tomorrow (Thursday), with the different mining houses discussing their sector, we thought to speak to the Alternative Mining Indaba. One of the things they are highlighting is how mining activities, which have had negative environmental,
health, social, and economic conditions affect women, girls, and marginalised people in mining-affected communities carry the burden. Oxfam South Africa and Southern Africa say that they believe that the extractives sector should be held accountable for adverse effects of mining, that the sector should not be allowed to operate with impunity, and that communities need strategies to ensure they have meaningful participation in the activities undertaken by mining cooperatives in collaboration with governments in their areas. Let’s get into this as we welcome…..
Guest(Zoom): Nkateko Chauke - Acting Executive Director for Oxfam South Africa and head of programs
Guest: Hassan Lorgat - social justice activist at the Benchmarks Foundation
Guest: Mukupa Nsenduluka - Alternative Mining Indaba - Chairperson and Tax & Natural Resource Governance Lead at the Tax Justice Network Africa
We rely on our eyes to see and process the world around us, however sometimes there are barriers to access for people dealing with eye disorders. Our eyes are vulnerable to many different ailments, which may affect our vision and impair the way we live. There are different conditions that affect eye health, including refractive errors (needing spectacles), cataracts (clouding of the natural lens in the eye), glaucoma (raised pressure in the eye), macular degeneration (often age-related changes to the central part of the retina) and diabetes. We’re discussing eye disorders, general eye health and how to know when it’s time for your eyes to be checked by a medical practitioner. We also have this conversation during international Glaucoma Awareness Week. Glaucoma is a disease that damages the eye’s optic nerve as a result of a build-up of pressure on the eye. It is one of the top three causes of blindness in South Africa.
Guest: Dr Anesu Madikane – Ophthalmologist, co-founder of AllAboutEyes and vice chair of the ophthalmological society of South Africa’s young ophthalmology group.
Focus: As we commemorate International Women’s Day, 21 Women highlight and celebrate women Icons who have made a mark in various sectors of South African society: women who have influenced generations after them and whose work continues to live, carving a path for us today. In a new book, the Women Before Us documents the leadership of women in
our history dating back to the first black graduate, Charlotte Makgomo Mannya-Maxeke.
The contributors of this book have an intergenerational reflections on these leading figures and share how they have shaped their own journeys. According to the Institute, it is in remembering their names we get to learn about their perspectives and ideas that will inspire the current and future leaders of society. The book features chapters written by Dr. Brigalia Bam, former Speaker of Parliament - Baleka Mbete, Acting Public Protector - Adv. Kholeka Gcaleka, Young Activist Zulaikha Patel, Historian Dr. Thozama April, Stalwart - Febe Potgieter-Gqubule, Ms. Shaeera Kalla and Deputy Minister of CoGTA - Thembi Nkadimeng.
est: Ms Zulaikha Patel - Activist, Author, LLB student and Founder of Dare to Change
Guest: Dr. Thozama April - Senior Curator at the National Heritage and Cultural Studies Centre at the University of Fort Hare (she wrote a thesis on Charlotte Maxeke titled - Theorising Women: the intellectual contributions of Charlotte Maxeke to the struggle for liberation in South Africa)
Guest (ZOOM): Amb. Madiepetsane Charlotte Lobe - High Commissioner of the Republic of South Africa in Singapore
Focus: This morning Bryan discusses the nine ways to save on your bond repayments as homeowners are struggling to keep up with their financial commitments. As Bronwyn Fourie writes
in IOL Property, there are ways in which consumers can save on property costs. He now joins me in studio to educate us…
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Lionel Makokotlela joins us to answer some of the questions you’ve sent to him….
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
This morning we catch-up with Cllr Victoria De Beer - Executive Mayor at the Ngwathe Municipality in the Free State. Her municipality has been in the news for all sorts of reasons, from water shortage, owing lots of money to Eskom and having her parental house burnt earlier this year. Media reports indicated that the house was burnt by an angry mob, allegedly protesting about the lack of water in the area, but she believes it was all politically motivated. She now joins us on the line to talk about the state of her municipality and how she’s hoping to turn things around….
Guest: Cllr Victoria De Beer - Executive Mayor at the Ngwathe Municipality in the Free State
This morning, we reflect on a year since Russian armed forces invaded the Ukraine by catching up with the South Africans who were on the ground in the days leading up to the conflict, their journeys out of the country and where they are today.
Guest(Zoom): Nkateko Muyimane – Former medical student at the V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University in the Ukraine
Focus: In past 4 weeks, the start to the academic year has gotten off to a rocky start as students took to the streets to raise issues surrounding campus life around the country: financial exclusion and accommodation crises.
In the past week, protest intensified in Gauteng and images from live crossings reflected similar scenes to the Fees Must Fall era. Last week was also marked the second anniversary of death of Mthokosizi Ntumba who died at the hands of police during the last protests of this kind. This morning, we ask why nothing is changing in higher education surrounding these issues and whether there should be an alternative funding model put in place given the failures of NSFAS and Universities to close the gap.
Guest: Asive Dlanjwa - National Spokesperson of the South African Union of Students
Guest: Ishmael Mnisi - Spokesperson for the Department of Higher Education and Training
This morning we are in conversation with the former President of Botswana on a range of issues. The decision to return to Botswana and to attempt reconciliation with Masisi. We also spoke about the political future of Botswana.
Guest: Ian Khama, Former President Of Botswana
Energy security is a topic that is currently dominating discussions in South Africa due to load shedding challenges. In its quest to tackle this challenge head-on and stabilise energy supply in eThekwini, the summit aims to build against the backdrop of South Africa’s increasing energy constraints. Under the theme ‘Building Energy Security Today’, the City will charter a new path in new developing energy markets such as hydrogen economy, the procurement of new generation capacity from independent power producers (IPPs) and energy efficiency demand side management is also on the cards to be discussed. To help us unpack the proposed projects, we are joined by...
Guest: Sbu Ntshalintshali - Manager: Energy Office at the City of eThekwini
Focus: As we commemorate World Obesity Day this weekend, 1,9 billion people are living with obesity. While many organizations have called for governments to support healthier lifestyles through fitness or nutritional wellness, few talk about the option of gastric by-pass surgery and other elective surgeries to reach the same goal. In this hour, we will be discussing what options are available, the changes patients would undergo and the treatment plan post-surgery. We are joined by....
Guest: Dr. Nombulelelo Mesuta - Plastic and Reconstruction Surgery
eThekwini Mayor Councillor Mxolisi Kaunda has shared that the City is pulling out all the stops to respond to the demands relating to power, especially in light of the current energy challenges. The City views energy
security as a catalyst for economic growth and sustainable development. We want to assure investors that the economic climate of Durban is changing dramatically and the City remains open for business partnerships in its energy future. The Mayor of eThekwini wants to see the city become a hub for energy infrastructure investment.
Guest: Mxolisi Kaunda - Mayor of Ethekwini Municipality
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan focuses on the question of a similar nature which you have submitted to him. But remember you can still call in with other financial questions you may like him to answer. He now joins us from our studio in Cape Town….
Guest(CTN Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Guest: This morning, we are joined by Dr Ebrahim Harvey. He wrote an article about how the ANC should rethink the District Development Model. It was initiated by President Cyril Ramaphosa in his 2019 Budget Speech. According to COGTA, the Model consists of a process by which joint and collaborative planning is undertaken at local, district and metropolitan by all three spheres of governance. This will result in a single strategic Plan for each of the 44 districts and 8 metropolitan geographic spaces in the country, wherein the district is seen as the ‘landing strip’. Dr Harvey now joins us to tell us why he feels that the ANC should relook at this model…
Guest: Dr. Ebrahim Harvey - Political writer, commentator and former Cosatu unionist
South Africa has been grey-listed by the global financial watchdog, the Financial Action Task Force. This means the country will be under increased monitoring in terms of actions against money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation
financing. Should we be worried and what does it mean for our international standing? To help us understand, we are joined by...
Guest: Khaya Sithole - An economic analyst, commentator and columnist
President Cyril Ramaphosa has met with alliance partners, COSATU and the SACP regarding his imminent cabinet reshuffle. President Ramaphosa has been engaging and consulting various stakeholders discussing who he should appoint or chop from his executive. Paul Mashatile is expected to be appointed Deputy President of the country following David Mabuza's resignation. What should we read into this and is this something new that he is doing?
Guest: Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast is a senior lecturer in the department of history and political science in the Faculty of Humanities at Nelson Mandela University
Guest: Samkele Maseko – SABC Seniour Political reporter
We are coming to you live from the Oval Cricket Stadium in Pietermaritzburg where KZN Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube will be delivering her State of the Province Address in the next hour (11:00). So we will use this hour to talk about what you as a citizen of KwaZulu-Natal would like to hear from her. Some of the issues raised in the media are that of the people who are still displaced after last year’s floods. The death of musician AKA has raised fears of security and crime while load-shedding is still top on the list. To help in leading the conversation, we are joined by…..
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu - KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Chairperson for the Public Servants Association of South Africa (talk service delivery)
Guest: Xolani Dube – Political analyst based at the Xubeira Institute for Research and Development (talk politics)
Last week, public safety was under the spotlight following a series of violent crimes have been linked to professional hits on public figures in the country. How much does this point to the disillusionment communities with violence?
One of our next guests argue that the ready availability of guns, the lack of successful prosecutions, rivalry in the taxi industry and the scramble for political positions are behind the spike in targeted murders in recent years. One of our next guests will help us understand how organized crime networks are operating unabated and the state of intelligence on these networks in the country. Our final guest will speak to the rise in victims seeking answers through the private investigators.
Guest: Eldred de Klerk - Senior Associate at the African Centre for Security and IntelligencePraxis (ACSIP)
Guest: Nathi Olifant - Author: Blood blades and bullets: Anatomy of a Glebelands hitman and former Journalist
Guest: Chad Thomas - Organized Crime Investigator at IRS Forensic Investigations
February is observed as Reproductive Health Month in South Africa. This month is aimed at raising awareness about many crucially important issues surrounding reproductive health. The commemoration also looks at the many and diverse possible causes of infertility and the possible treatment options available to the many couples who face challenges with their reproductive health in today’s modern world. Last week, we covered reproductive health when it comes to menstruation, pregnancy and infertility. Today, we will speak about menopause and reproductive health.
Guest: Dr Noluthando Nematswerani - Medical Doctor and the Head of the Centre for Clinical Excellence at Discovery Health
Focus: This morning Bryan discusses the principles of how to b a better saver and investor. He will also touch on what you can expect and also what we can expect and hope for in the upcoming budget speech…..
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Focus: This morning we thought to change things slightly on our Municipal Watch feature talking to residents about how they feel when there’s a sudden change in leadership in their municipality. The Lotus Gardens, Atteridgeville and Saulsville Civic Association have written a letter expressing their disappointment on what is happening at their municipality with the mayor announcing his resignation last week. How is this affecting them as residents why are they upset about the changes? Also if you come from a municipality that is going through what Tshwane and Johannesburg are facing, please call us to share your experiences. To help us understand we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Tshepo Mahlangu - Executive Chairperson of the Lotus Gardens, Atteridgeville and Saulsville Civic Association
We kick off the week with Mbuso Khoza who is up in Johannesburg with Ijadu Le Afrika to give another lecture and musical of the Battle of Isandlwana at the State Theatre this weekend. This is one of the most important events that shaped the history of our country and the continent of Africa. The battle of Isandlwana is recorded as one of the biggest wars between the British and Zulu empires in the 1800s. It was fought on the 22nd January 1879, where the Zulu military wiped out a substantial British force, including the 1st Battalion. Mr Khoza now joins us in studio to talk to us about the lecture and why it’s so important for us to keep it high up on our history books..
Guest(Studio): Mbuso Khoza – South African-born, ward-winning vocalist, songwriter, musician, historian & heritage enthusiast
Guest: Ijadu Le Africa cast members will be singing in the background between the interview as he narrates the story (We will confirm the names in the morning)
About three weeks ago we had a chat about compensation for mineworkers who contracted silicosis and TB while working underground. There has been so much controversy around how to access the fund and how families of the affected miners including those who died can claim compensation. So this morning we are joined by the CEO of Tshiamo Trust which is responsible for compensating all eligible current and former mineworkers across Southern Africa was established as a result of a R5billion settlement agreement reached between six mining companies and claimant attorneys in the historic silicosis and TB class action. To educate us on this and the process, we are joined by....
Guest: Lusanda Jiya - Acting CEO of Tshiamiso Trust
As we commemorate Black History Month, we reflect on the concept of afro-pessimism.
Guest: Athi-nangamso Nkopo – Co-Author of Rhodes Must Fall: The Struggle to Decolonise the Racist Heart of Empire
Kelly Khumalo is a South African singer and actress who rose to fame during the Cruz gospel concert in 2003, where she wowed crowds with the gospel song U Jesu' phakeme (Jesus is Almighty). In 2003, she was discovered by Sarah and Bonsai Shongwe when she performed at a Gospel Star search. Her first performance as a professional artist was in front of a 30,000 strong crowd at a Kaizer Chiefs soccer match. Hardly two months into the music industry she was the opening act for Missy Elliot.
In August 2005, Kelly released TKO with the critically acclaimed song, Qinisela. The album was nominated twice at the South African Music Awards (SAMAs) and she was the only female artist nominated in the Song of the Year category. The song was her biggest hit and remained on national radio charts that year. The rest, as they say, is history. Kelly Khumalo has worked alongside Robbie Malinga, RJ Benjamin, Mojalefa Thebe, Sibongile Khumalo and Syleena Johnson.
Guest: Kelly Khumalo - Musician
Every week we receive a call from one of our regular listeners by the name Arnold in Aconhoek. His belief is that issues of disabilities are not taken serious in this country. So we thought today to dedicate this hour to focus on this subject and find out from this community as to whether this is true and what they would like to see change which will impact them directly. If you are a person living with disabilities, please do
call in to talk about what you go through everyday.
Guest: Magic Nkwashu - Human Rights Activist (Persons with Disabilities)
Guest: Arnold Mathebula – Regular caller living with disabilities Aconhoek (Blind)
It may be a new year but the hostilities between the US and China have not subsided. The most recent diplomatic incident was the United States has shot down a giant Chinese balloon. The debacle has led to US Secretary of State, Anthony Blinken, cancelling his trip days before his scheduled visit to Beijing. In the first seven weeks of the year, high-level delegations from major superpowers have visited various parts of the continent. In this hour, we look into the implications of these tensions will have on geopolitical activities on the continent and South Africa from three perspectives: economic (trade deals/loans), military (Ukraine/Russia) and bilateral.
Guest: Prof. Professor John H. Stanfield - Director of the Institute for Advanced Study of African Renaissance Policies Ideas (Based in South Africa and Mauritius, it is a virtual global Pan African/ Asian & Diasporas policy advocacy think tank)
Guest: Tembisa Fakude - Senior Research Fellow at Africa
Asia Dialogues
February is observed as Reproductive Health Month in South Africa. This month is aimed at raising awareness about many crucially important issues surrounding reproductive health. The commemoration also looks at the many and diverse possible causes of infertility and the possible treatment options available to the many couples who face challenges with their reproductive health in today’s modern world.
Guest: Dr Noluthando Nematswerani - Medical Doctor and the Head of the Centre for Clinical Excellence at Discovery Health
Founded by Joseph Shabalala during the 1960s, Ladysmith Black Mambazo is a Grammy-winning choral group from South Africa. The group are one of the custodians of South African musical heritage as their music is grounded in
isicathamiya which is a harmony-focused Zulu style of acappella and offshoot of mbube. The group first became known to international audiences when Paul Simon featured them on his 1986 album Graceland. After joining Simon on his 1987 Graceland tour, they became regular headliners on the international touring circuit.
The group won their first Grammy Award for Best Traditional Folk Recording in 1988 for their album Shaka Zulu and have won the accolade four more times over the past 35 years. Ladysmith Black Mambazo are the most decorated South African artists in Grammy History with their most recent win for the 30th anniversary of the Shaka Zulu album release.
Guest: Sibongiseni Shabalala - Member of the group
Guest: Albert Mazibuko - Member of the group
Guest: Oupa Salemane - Event & Concept Organizer at the Jazz Foundation
Last week the Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality was in the news as residents were not pleased with Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma. She reportedly angered them when she refused to immediately commit to dissolving the troubled municipality during a community meeting last Monday. Reports indicate that President Cyril Ramaphosa and his Cabinet will have to decide whether a case has been made for the dissolution of the municipality. To get an understanding on what is actually going on at that municipality,
Guest: Nokuthula Zondani – Municipal Manager at the Enoch Mgijima Local Municipality
Guest: Mr Bukani - Member of the Enoch Mgijima Residents Association
Lionel joins us now to discuss how consumers can handle their rental disputes through the Rental Housing Tribunal. The Rental Housing Tribunal can proceed to investigate your rental dispute with your landlord and assist you in resolving the dispute. This also means that your conflict is heard for free and you don’t require a lawyer to represent you.
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
Focus: This morning Bryan discusses the importance of why women must take control of their financial future.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We continue looking at the World Radio Day theme and the role radio played over the years in conflict and peace. In South Africa’s case pre and post democracy...
Guest: Thami Ntenteni - Former SABC executive and also one of the directors on Radio Freedom
Guest: Tony Soglo – Business Manager for the SABC’s Fortune Combo stations
Today is World Radio Day. It is marked under the theme: Radio and Peace. So to mark this day, we are bringing you a two-hour special looking at the role radio plays in peace and conflict. On the African continent we’ve seen the role radio played in either fuelling or ending a conflict. The situation on Rwanda is one example, but also during Apartheid
Radio Freedom played a key role in transmitting messages of action against the apartheid regime. Let’s not forget the role radio played in reconciling the country during the build-up to our democracy when South Africa was on the verge of a civil war between the ANC and IFP in the early 90s. The July riots in 2021 was also another case in point where broadcasters had to be very responsible in how they transmitted messages that won’t fuel the situation, but bring calm to the country. To navigate this issue
Guest: Thami Ntenteni - Former SABC executive and also one of the directors on Radio Freedom
Guest: Thandi Smith - Head of Programmes Media Monitoring Africa
Guest: Sheila Ndikumana – Broadcaster
Guest: Krivani Pillay - Partnerships and Development Finance Officer · United Nations
This year marks 100 years since radio was introduced in South Africa, through “the first experimental broadcast at the Railway Headquarters in Johannesburg” on 18 December 1923. Radio remains firmly in place as the country’s most loved medium. Millions tune in daily to 40 commercial and public broadcast stations and over 250 community stations. Although other forms, like television, have threatened, as the song goes, to kill “the radio star”, the intimacy, immediacy and sociability of radio remain unmatched.
Guest: Dr Sisanda Nkoala - Senior Lecturer in the Department of Media at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Our next guest is a SAMA-nominated songtress who first broke into the music industry with the mega-hit ‘You Love’. Her debut album, Ingoma, was the number one album on Apple Music. Songs that have gone Gold (streaming over 1,2 million) include “Ngize Ngifike”,
“Zalabantu” and “Higher”. She has worked alongside artists such as De Capo, Nobuhle and Sun-El Musician. She has accomplished all of this in the past three years.
Guest: Makhosazana Masongo - Singer and Songwriter
Last week, the mayor for the City of Johannesburg announced his Mayoral Committee after the and there was much contraversy surrounding the appointment of the MMC for Transport, the Patriotic Alliance’s Kenny Kunene. During the open line, the listeners called for the MMC to get an opportunity to come onto the show and speak to the work of the Patriotic Alliance within the coalition at the City of Johannesburg and the role he will play in fixing the transport networks of the city.
Guest: Kenny Kunene - MMC for Transport in the City of Johannesburg | Member of the Patriotic Alliance
At the end of the show from Monday to Thursday, we normally wrap it up with the book reading. This time around our book is by Christi van der Westhuizen entitled Sitting Pretty. I found the book so interesting that we decided to invite
her over for a discussion on it. She now joins from our studios in Gqeberha…..
Guest(PE Studio): Christi van der Westhuizen – Author of Sitting Pretty
So much expectations from President Cyril Ramaphosa who will be delivering his State of the Nation Address this evening. Those who are unemployed are hoping he can increase the social grant, while the business sector is hoping that he will be firm when it comes to the energy crisis. As South Africans, what can we expect and looking at the tough economic climate the world is going through, just how much space does the president have to move about?
Guest: Dr Nthabiseng Moleko - Development Economist at Stellenbosch Business School
As the Mining Indaba continues in Cape Town till tomorrow (Thursday), with the different mining houses discussing their sector, we thought to speak to the Alternative Mining Indaba. One of the things they are highlighting is how mining activities, which have had negative environmental,
health, social, and economic conditions affect women, girls, and marginalised people in mining-affected communities carry the burden. Oxfam South Africa and Southern Africa say that they believe that the extractives sector should be held accountable for adverse effects of mining, that the sector should not be allowed to operate with impunity, and that communities need strategies to ensure they have meaningful participation in the activities undertaken by mining cooperatives in collaboration with governments in their areas.
Guest(Zoom): Nkateko Chauke - Acting Executive Director for Oxfam South Africa and head of programs
Guest: Hassan Lorgat - social justice activist at the Benchmarks Foundation
Guest: Mukupa Nsenduluka - Alternative Mining Indaba - Chairperson and Tax & Natural Resource Governance Lead at the Tax Justice Network Africa
South Africa has in recent months been experiencing communicable disease outbreaks including measles, chicken pox, and recently cholera. The health department has called for vigilance, urging people to observe proper hygiene and precautions. We take a moment to understand these diseases, and how they present themselves through early symptoms, treatment management, and preventative measures.
Guest: Dr Ramokone Maphotho – Specialist virologist
As the Mining Indaba continues in Cape Town till tomorrow (Thursday), with the different mining houses discussing their sector, we thought to speak to the Alternative Mining Indaba. One of the things they are highlighting is how mining activities, which have had negative environmental,
health, social, and economic conditions affect women, girls, and marginalised people in mining-affected communities carry the burden. Oxfam South Africa and Southern Africa say that they believe that the extractives sector should be held accountable for adverse effects of mining, that the sector should not be allowed to operate with impunity, and that communities need strategies to ensure they have meaningful participation in the activities undertaken by mining cooperatives in collaboration with governments in their areas.
Guest(Zoom): Nkateko Chauke - Acting Executive Director for Oxfam South Africa and head of programs
Guest: Hassan Lorgat - social justice activist at the Benchmarks Foundation
Guest: Mukupa Nsenduluka - Alternative Mining Indaba - Chairperson and Tax & Natural Resource Governance Lead at the Tax Justice Network Africa
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
This morning Lionel will deal with medical aid cover. What is it we should understand about what medical aid cover is exactly? He now joins us to unpack it and also make you understand what you should look out for…..
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
The ANC Caucus in Parliament has welcomed four of its new M.P's, that the party has deployed to serve in the National Assembly. They are the ANC Deputy President, Paul Mashatile, the second Deputy Secretary-General, Maro-pene RamoGopa, and N.E.C members, Sihle Zikalala and Parks Tau. In a statement, the ANC Chief Whip, Pemmy Majodina says they're looking forward working with the new members and to benefit from their skills and experience. The Speaker of the National
Assembly is expected to officiate at their swearing in ceremony later today (Monday). As a national, which ministers are we expecting to get the chop and which ones should stay? Also what sort of difficulties is the president faced with post the national conference? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined by….
Guest: Asanda Ngoasheng - Political analyst
Guest: Rebone Tau - Political Analyst
Focus: As the Mining Indaba kicks off in Cape Town today, we thought to focus on some of the mining problems faced by our country. One of the biggest ones we are battling with is that of illegal mining. We as a time received a request form the Sekhukhune Community Forum, telling us about the problems they are facing in their area. They paint a very bleak picture and to share with us what it’s like where they are, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Makalakaje Phasha - Chairperson of the Sekhukhune Resident Forum
Guest: Taeya Stephen Hlongwa - A coordinator of artisanal miners for the Limpopo Province (Sekhukhune Region)
This morning we though to shine the light on those schools that did so well despite the areas they are situated in. Some schools in previously disadvantaged neighbourhoods
achieved a 100% pass rate and one wonders how they do it. Is it a question of resources, discipline, good leadership or just a determined group of learners and teachers? Let’s use this opportunity to speak to them so that we can directly from them as to what is their motivating factor as we welcome....
Guest: Arthur Shiba – Teacher at Moletsane Secondary School in Soweto
Guest: Mzamo Mbuli - Clinical and Educational Psychologist
Guest: Former principal – Name TBC
Focus: Our artist for today needs no introduction. She’s one of those voices that make you turn the volume when one of her songs are playing on the radio. She’s just one of those outstanding musicians, whether in a group or solo. She will be bringing her previously sold-out show “A Letter to Azania” to the Artscape Theatre in Cape Town on February 25. I guess by now you know who I’m talking about.....
Guest(Studio): Thandiswa Mazwai – Legendary award-winning South African musician
eSwatini has a new formation called Swazis First Democratic Front. The country is back in the news after the killing of human rights lawyer, Thulani Maseko. This week the country again featured high on the SADC meeting held on Tuesday. So at the back of all of this, we thought to speak to Swazis First Democratic Front to get an understanding of what they are all about and what changes they are hoping to bring. They also attended the SADC meeting, what did they take to the meeting and what changes are they hoping for? To tell us more, we are joined by..
Guest: Busi Mayisela – President of Swazis First Democratic Front
Focus: Yesterday (Wednesday) on our health feature we spoke about lung diseases and the kind of things that affect them. So today as a follow-up, we thought to go back to the issue of TB
and silicosis which has affected and killed many mineworkers. Whatever happened to the drive to track down some of the miners and the payment of compensation. Also how big a problem is it still in our country? To talk about this issue, we are joined by...
Guest: Dr Mpho Rabada -
Guest: Jabu Xaba - Chairperson of the Southern African Miners Association
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last week Monday we started a conversation about sex work and the question of how the South African legal system should respond to the industry and related activities. This is because tomorrow (Tuesday 31st of January) is the closing date for public comment around the Sexual Offences and Related Matters Amendment Bill of 2022 that seeks to repeal legislation that criminalizes sex work. Some of the issues that came out of last week’s discussion were around the language used to define sex workers and also the labelling of the profession. So for part 2 of this discussion, let’s welcome some of the people who conducted research on this issue and what they have discovered. Deputy Minister for Social Development Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu also conducted some road-shows on the Bill and she is also joining the conversation to give her views...
Guest (Zoom): Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu - Deputy Minister for Social Development
Guest: Vuyokazi Futshane – Project Officer at Oxfam South Africa
Guest(Studio): Thando Khumalo - Attorney and Masters student (Her Masters specialises in human rights advocacy and litigation)
Focus: Last week we received information from the Public Servants Association of South Africa about the bad state of the Ngwelezana Hospital in KZN. They report that some of the equipment is not function in the newly built section of the hospital. Orthopaedic trauma services also had to be shut. The picture they are painting is very bad. To give us an idea on this, we are joined by....
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu – Provincial Manager for the Public Service Association of South Africa in KZN
Guest: KZN Health TBC (They said they will try for the HOD)
Guest: Shop steward who works in the hospital
Focus: The technological, social and economic effects of 4IR are changing the world we live in. These innovations could pave the way for improved housing delivery in South Africa.
3D printing represents a novel technology in the manufacturing sector, which is associated with potentially strong stimuli for sustainable development. It encompasses additive means of production and its advantages in construction
include lower costs, environmental friendliness, reduced injuries and fatalities on sites, and reduced time of construction.
Guest: Prof.Tshilidzi Marwala - outgoing Vice Chancellor & Principal at the University of Johannesburg
Guest: Dr. Blade Nzimande - Minister in the Department of Higher Education and Training
Focus: The National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC) is a regulatory body of the home building industry. It was established in 1998 in accordance with the provisions of the Housing Consumers Protection Measures Act, 1998 (Act No. 95 of 1998). Its mandate is to protect the interests of housing consumers and to ensure that builders comply with the prescribed building industry standards as contained in the Home Building Manual.
Guest: Mr Otsile Maseng, Chief Operations Officer: National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC)
Focus: The Brother Moves On is a movement that is uncomfortable in the world of reference.” Perhaps this, too, explains the band’s sound – part jazz, part rock, part alternative. Their many influences culminate in something raw and eclectic. Founded by vocalist and songwriter Siya Mthembu, the group has been on the South African music scene for close to 10 years.
Most recently, the band came together to present their newest album $/he Who Feeds You...Owns You(link is external), which was released on indie label Native Rebel Recordings. There is a feeling of urgency in some of the compositions, a tension that is propelled by voices, guitar, drums and bass. The horn lines add colour and sophistication, offering a response to a call to action.
Guest: Siya Mthembu - Vocalist and Songwriter
Guest: Zweli Mthembu - Musician
The Department of Science and Innovation signed a collaboration agreement with the National Department of Human Settlements to identify key problem areas in the housing delivery value chain that could be addressed through technology and innovation.
The proposed project is aligned to some of the key objectives of the White Paper on Science and Technology which prioritises the circular economy which identifies systematic changes to move towards low waste, and resource efficient society through major changes to the methods of production and consumption.
Guest: Mboneni Moufhe - DDG for Socio Economic Innovation Partnership at the Department of Higher Education, Science and Innovation
Focus: South Africa is facing an almost 300 000 housing backlog. One of the objectives of the partnership is also to assess social acceptance of 3D-printed houses.
The University of Johannesburg has done extensive research to evaluate the long-term policy implications of this technology within the South African sustainable human settlements context. It has also examined the cost-benefit analysis of adopting this
technology as an option to increase the speed of delivering houses.
Guest: Prof. Letlhokwa Mpedi - incoming Vice Chancellor & Principal at the University of Johannesburg
Focus: As many first year students get ready for the next big step of their educational journey, they will be experiencing new things: living away from home for the first time, learning to share and setting up their own budgets. These young people will also be met with new social and career decisions
as well. There is still a segment of young people who got disappointed after getting their results and do not know how to cope with their emotions. To help us navigate how parents should help their young adults transition this new chapter, we are joined by…
Guest: Paula Quinsee - Relationship coach
The latest coming out of the DRC is an eyewitness video, shows that Rwandan forces fired at a fighter jet from Democratic Republic of Congo. The footage, which could not be immediately verified, purported to show the incident on Tuesday amid tensions between the neighbours over a rebel insurgency. Rwanda's government alleges the military plane violated their airspace in Rubavu, across the border from the Congolese city Goma. Congo denied this and accused Rwanda of a "deliberate act of aggression that amounts to an act of war". Last week Nixon Khathembo was explaining to us how the country got to where it is today. So he joins us again in studio to finish off where he started...
Guest: Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst & language specialist at Channel Africa Kiswahili desk
Focus: This morning we speak to Dr Nazeem Mustapha from the Human Sciences Research Council. They have just released the South African National Survey of Research and Experimental Development which found that research and experimental development (R&D) activity remained steady in 2020/21, despite the disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic. To survey goes on to reveal that the business sector reported the largest decrease in R&D expenditure for 2020/21, dropping by R657 million, followed by the higher education and science council sectors that were down by R393 million and R296 million respectively. To explain what all of this means for the country and why we should care, we are joined by…
Guest: Dr Nazeem Mustapha - Chief Research Specialist in the Centre For Science
As we count down to the start of the new academic year, all eyes will be the higher education space as it opens its doors and welcomes students onto its campuses around the country. While many have secured their places in their studies, there is still a few institutions that have offered late registration opportunities after the release of the Matric Results.However, there are still concerns surrounding fly-by-night schools where parents’ hard earned money and young dreams are stolen. There are also concerns surrounding the allocation of NSFAS funds and the student housing crisis.
Guest: Dr Nkosinathi Sishi - Director-General of the Department of Higher Education and Training (tbc)
Guest: Nthuseng Mphahele - NSFAS Chief Operations Officer
Cancer is one of the largest public health threats facing our world today. In Africa cancer death rates have surpassed those of AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined. Despite the high death rate each year, cancer is still relatively misunderstood and not often discussed.
However, it is essential for everyone to be aware of this disease and how they can prevent and screen for it. This month, we commemorate cervical cancer month.
Guest: Ian Wakefield - General Manager at BD Africa (medical scientist)
Guest: Dr. Zwide Nxumalo - Gynae Oncologist in private practice (OB/GYN)
Last week Tuesday my colleague KG Moeketsi spoke to some of the community members under the Metsimaholo Local Municipality who were accusing the municipality of being bias when it comes to issuing tenders. They also claim that the municipality is not following the correct procedures. So due to time limitations, we decided to bring the issue back so that we give the municipality a chance to explain what exactly is going on down there and this time around it’s the Municipal Manager who is doing the interview with some of the residents. Let’s welcome now...
Guest: Khulu Radebe – Business Sector Representative
Guest: Adv. Leepa Mofokeng - Municipal Manager at the Metsimaholo Local Municipality
Guest: Bosanku Msimanga – EFF Provincial Secretary in the Free State
This morning, we wanted to help parents who have a child going into post-school education system (universities, TVET colleges) for the first time and perhaps struggling to find accommodation off-campus. We know that residences have limited capacity and not everybody has the option to buy property for their child. We are aware of the looming student accommodation crisis in the bigger cities and this has given rise to property scams. We wanted to help parents identify what they should look out for when it comes to identifying real property listings, safe platforms to use when searching for off-campus accommodation and unpack the application process for the different listings (i.e. apartment, houseshare, etc).
Guest: Arlene Hunkins - Rental Manager at Byron Thomas Properties
Often, Financial practitioners talk about the importance of financial planning without highlighting mental and spiritual well-being. Given that this is a new year, we want to pause a bit and unpack the importance of mental and spiritual well-being in making better consumer choices.
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder at Financial Wise Corner
Focus: Sex work and the question of how the South African legal system should respond to sex work and related activities is one of the issues that has divided public opinion for quite some time. Last year Justice and Correctional Services
Minister, Ronald Lamola unpacked the Sexual Offences and Related Matters Amendment Bill of 2022 that seeks to repeal legislation that criminalizes sex work. On the other hand those in the industry are not too happy with some of the proposals in the Bill which will be closing at the end of January for public comment. To unpack some of the issues and get to understand what the bone of contention is, we are joined by.....
Guest: Constance Mathe – Sex worker and Project Coordinator at Asijiki Coalition
Guest: Koketso Molope - She is a Partner at Beech Veltman Inc
Focus: Last week Friday, the United States. and other NATO countries announced a huge military package for Ukraine. The package contains a wide-range of heavy weapons to help strengthen the Ukraine as it’s facing daily bombardment from Russia. Commentators say that this sends a clear signal that the war with Russia is expected to escalate in the months ahead. On the other hand, Germany is facing immense pressure from allies over its reluctance to supply Leopard 2 tanks to bolster Ukraine’s fighting capacity. German defence minister, Boris Pistorius told journalists at the media briefing that a decision is still to be made at a later stage. Let’s listen to what transpired at the briefing....
PKG-UKRAINE ARMS
LINK: To look at what we should read into this, we are joined by....
Guest: Faith Mabera – Senior Researcher at the Institute for Global Dialogue
Guest: Helmoed-Romer Heitman – Defence analyst (Still waiting for confirmation)
A matric certificate is a critical tool for young people on their journey to achieving economic productivity. It can increase the likelihood of young people’s ability to secure work, access further education and training opportunities. While many young school leavers celebrate their success in the latest Matric Results, not everyone attained their National Senior Certificate.
At any given year, 250 000 young people attempt to rewrite matric on their own, outside of the full-time schooling system. This is a sizable group of young people who have not given up on their education journey. One of our next guests will speak to us about the Second Chance Matric Programme and the opportunity it provides for learners to rewrite their examinations. Another guest will raise their concerns in relation to the tutoring resources provided for learners and their experience of the programme. Our final guest will speak to the external support they have provided to learners preparing for examinations.
Guest: Dr. Sandy Malapile - Director of the Second Chance Matric Support Programme at the Department of Basic Education
Guest: Kristal Williams-Duncan - Project Lead at Youth Capital
Guest: Vimala Ariyan - Chief Executive Officer of the Star School
Our next guest are twin brothers who shot to fame through their versatile & unique DJ style. The duo are the ultimate package of young entrepreneurs and entertainers. Major League DJs have over the past few years given music fans a reason to celebrate South African music through their version of New Age Kwaito with songs such as Slyza Tsotsi, Zulu Girls, Do Better.
They have pivoted to Amapiano and have been responsible of some the genre’s signature songs: Le Plane iLendile, Amanikiniki, Dinaledi and Amanzi. Their passion for “Feeding the Culture” and taking the genre to the world remain their most remarkable and differentiating quality.
Guest: Bandile Mbere - Producer
Guest: Banele Mbere - Producer
With just weeks to go before the DA closes nominations ahead of a national conference scheduled for April, DA leader John Steenhuisen is in poll position to be re-elected party leader. With SA's official opposition having haemorrhaged leaders to newly formed ActionSA in recent years, Steenhuisen is the only candidate who has thus far accepted nomination for the top job in the party.
This comes at a time where the official opposition has been bleeding votes at by-elections and not mastering its position as coalition partner ahead of a national election that may see a move away from single-party rule. Our next guest will unpack the party’s outlook for the year and some of the lessons they have learned ahead of the next major vote.
Guest(Zoom): John Steenhuisen - Leader of the Democratic Alliance
Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi on says that the M23 rebel group had not fully withdrawn from areas it seized in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, accusing the militia of faking an agreed pullback of its forces. Regional leaders brokered an agreement in November under which the Tutsi-led group was meant to withdraw from recently seized positions by January the 15th as part of efforts to end a conflict that has displaced at least 450,000 people and sparked a diplomatic crisis between the DRC and neighbouring Rwanda. Speaking at that World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Tshisekedi says that despite international pressure, the group is still there. He goes on to say that they pretend to move, they act like they are moving, but they're not. They're simply moving around, redeploying elsewhere, and they stay in the towns that they have captured. Seeing that the country is also in election year, what could all of this mean?
Guest(Studio): Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst & language specialist at Channel Africa Kiswahili desk
The four people arrested for public violence in Parys in the Free State will appear in court soon. They were arrested after protesting residents allegedly set alight the house belonging to the family of the Ngwathe Municipality mayor Victoria de Beer. Angry residents barricaded roads with burning tyres and rocks, protesting against water cuts in the area. Why then resort to burning the mayor’s house? What should we read into it?
Guest: Dr Trevor Ngwane - Director of the Centre for Sociological Research and Practice at the University of Johannesburg (Will talk more to the what drives residents to take drastic measures during service delivery protests)
Guest: Babiky De Wet – ANC Youth League Spokesperson in the Fezile Dabi region (He will talk to the issues on the ground)
Guest: SABC journalist on the ground (Name TBC)
Since October 2022, there has been an outbreak of measles in South Africa and to date, it has affected five provinces. The most common symptoms of the virus are fever and a rash. The virus can cause severe complications like encephalitis, blindness, diarrhoea and dehydration. It can be fatal for infants under two years of age are most at risk.
As schools have reopened throughout the country, it does put children at a higher risk due to contagiousness of the virus. Our next guest is urging parents to get their children vaccinated as the Department of Health kicks off a vaccination campaign.
Guest: Dr Lesley Bamford - Child Health Specialist at the Department of Health (National)
This morning Bryan discusses the principles required to provide for secure future and peace of mind right into retirement…
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last week we received a press release from some of the business people who fall under the Metsimaholo Local Municipality about tender corruption. They allege that tenders are being issued to people who come from other provinces while they are being ignored. They also claim that the municipality is not following the correct procedures. To get some understanding of what is actually going on there regarding tender processes, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nkosana Nyawza – From Metsimaholo local securities
Guest: Tladinyane Kgodumo – Metsimaholo Community Representative
Guest: Khulu Radebe – Business Sector Representative
Guest: Bosanku Msimanga – EFF Provincial Secretary in the Free State
Property experts are warning that home owners may have to pay more as interest rates are likely to go up. But then property is always deemed as a good investment and the general advice is that one should never sell. Well, let’s get a perspective on this and find out how one should navigate this issue as this are getting tough in our economy. Let’s welcome now….
Guest: Gerald Mwandiabira - CEO of Sugar Creek Wealth
Tributes continue to pour in for Dr Frene Ginwala who was the country's very first National Assembly Speaker in the democratic Parliament. She passed away last week Thursday at
the age of 90. Ginwala was an anti-apartheid activist, lawyer, academic and political leader among others. She was Speaker from 1994 until 2004. In 2005, she was honoured with the order of Luthuli in Silver. Let’s take you down memory lane in her days as Speaker of Parliament....
CLIP-FRENE
LINK: So this morning we thought to honour her legacy by speaking to those who may have been close to her as we welcome.....
Guest(Studio): Thami Ntenteni – ANC veteran who spent many years in exile
Guest: Douglas Gibson – Former DA Chief Whip in the days when Dr Ginwala was Speaker
Last week Thursday we spoke to Professor Patrick Bond from UJ and Prof Anthoni and Nieukerk about South Africa assuming the presidency of multilateral group, BRICS. They then touched on how South Africa intends to balance their foreign policy when it comes to this issue. So this morning we hear from the Department of International Relations to also educate us on the country’s foreign policy.
Guest: Professor Anil Sooklal – Ambassador at Large for BRICS at the Department of International Relations
Guest: Zahir Laher – Chief Director for United Nations and Global Governance
Focus: Our next guest is the daughter of a legendary jazz legend and pioneer, Thandi Klaasen. She has blazed a trail of her own in the jazz industry, having performed in festivals across North America and the Carribean. She has won a JUNO Award and nominated for an Aboriginal Peoples' Choice Music Awards.
She returns to launch her new album, Ukubonga, with long-time collaborator: Mongering Ntaka. She also pays homage to her mother's legacy in a tour that starts in Newtown this weekend.
Guest: Lorraine Klaasen - Musician
Guest: Mongezi Ntaka- Musician
Next week, many excited young pwople will get their results and start planning their first big step in their futures. While some will go to university, others may have not qualified and are look for alternative post-education studies to shape what they do for work and how they earn a livelihood.
These days, people still doubt the power of vocational training and how it can be a driver of the economy. In this hour, we have brought together a panel who can speak to the value of the skills acquired, share what opportunities are available in their sector and explain what options young people have in not only becoming their own employer but employ others in the process by using their hands.
Guest: Sabelo Buthelezi - Chief Director: Artisinal at the Department of Higher Education and Training
Guest: Ncedisa Mpande - Acting Chief Executive Officer at merSETA
Guest: Rendani Tshivhula - PR & Stakeholder Engagement Manager for the Plumbing Industry Registration Board
Electricity will increase by 18.65 % for the year 2023 and 12.74% the following year. That will be over 30% increase in a period of two years. Eskom had asked for a 32% increase in 2023 and just over 9% the following year. The National Energy Regulator of South Africa announced its decision, saying it took into consideration public comments from different interested parties in the energy sector. There were over 2000 contributions. What is the mandate of Nersa in the energy sector, what is its role as an entity and how does it decide on tariffs and what process do they follow before making the decisions?
guest: Energy Analyst, Hilton Trollip.
The death of former apartheid Law and Order Minister, Adriaan Vlok marks an end of a brutal era in the country’s history. Vlok was Minister from 1986 till 1991, and it was under
his watch that many political activists were brutalised, tortured and killed. Yes he may have washed the feet of one of his victims in a sign of repentance, but what about justice for the victims? As a nation, how are we expected to move on simply because someone like him has died and taken some of the secrets with him? Even though he did appear before the TRC, victims and their families still feel cheated. To navigate this issue, we are joined by….
Guest(Zoom): Prof Pitika Ntuli – Cultural activist and former anti-apartheid activist
Guest(Zoom): Jackie Seroke – Currently finance secretary for the PAC and also a former detainee who was tortured for his part in liberating this country
Guest: Rev Dr Tshawane – Author of a book entitled: The Rainbow Nation: The vision of the beloved South African Community – It's a book based on Desmond Tutu’s legacy and principles
This year, President Cyril Ramaphosa and the South African government will assume the presidency of the multilateral group: BRICS. Pretoria will host the BRICS Summit in August 2023. This is taking place at a time where the group is undergoing several changes. Brazil has just inaugurated President Lula da Silva on New Year’s Day. As of December 2022, the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi assumes the presidency of the G20 group. China has just sworn in their new Foreign Minister, Qin Gang who is currently on a seven-day tour of the African continent. China and Russia have been working together to solidify their bilateral agreements in light of the Ukrainian conflict.
Given the shifting sands, there are a number of countries who have expressed their interest in becoming new members of the group: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Iran and Argentina. To unpack these developments and what they mean to the group in the coming year, we are joined by…
Guest: Prof. Patrick Bond - Political Economist and Distinguished Professor of Sociology at the University of Johannesburg
Guest: Prof. Anthoni Nieuwkerk - Professor in International Relations and Security at the Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs (UNISA)
Focus: If you were following the news over the festive season, you would've seen reports around Christmas and New Year babies. As much as it was exciting to count babies, the concern was that the mothers are very young. This takes back to the scary problem of teenage pregnancy in the country.
Speculation has been that the young girls are impregnated by older men, but then the health MECs discovered in some cases that the fathers are equally young. What else can we do to deal with the problem of teenage pregnancy once and for all? Also where can we point the finger? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined by....
Guest: Dr Sibusiso Mkhwanazi - Department of Education in KwaZulu-Natal
Guest: Gaopalelwe Phalaetsile - Journalist and Gender Activist
Guest: Dr Nozipho Mvune - Demographer and Senior Researcher
With the new year underway, many people look at this first quarter as a time to create new health goals. Some people may spend their time to returning to the gym and becoming more physically active. Other people may spend their time changing their diets and count calories.
However, not a lot of people do not spend this month doing health check-up to reduce their cholesterol, blood pressure or risk of terminal illness (family history or not). In this session, we ask three experts to weigh in on how you can turn the goals into reality and what to look out for when you are pushing yourself to the limit.
Guest: Prof. Shingai Mutambirwa - Head of the Urology Department at The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Guest: Eduan James - Exercise Specialist at Ignite Fitness
Guest: Terry Harris - Dietician (tb)
Yesterday (Monday) President Cyril Ramaphosa spoke to a couple of senior journalist after his January 8th statement. The president touched on various issues and also answering questions posed to him by these journalists. And this morning we thought to speak to them to get their perspective. Let’s welcome now…
Guest: JJ Tabane – Media personality and TV host
Guest: Hajra Omarjee – Political journalist at Business Day
Over the weekend, a first case of the new COVID-19 sub-variant (Kraken) has been recorded in South Africa. The discovery was made in the Western Cape on 27 December and the Department of Health is still gathering information on the new variant's rate of transmissibility. To tell us more about the variant, we are joined by…
Guest: Prof. Tulio de Oliveira - Professor of Bioinformatics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal and Stellenbosch University
Guest: Dr. Angelique Coetzee - Chairperson of South African United Business Confederation's health committee
This morning, we will zoom into the issue of unity in the ANC. Every conference ends with a call for unity. But we saw what happened when KZN entered the conference with Zuma last year where they disrupted President Ramaphosa as he was delivering his address. Is Zuma still the elephant in the room for the ANC? Zuma and Ramaphosa are taking each other to court currently. Carl Nehaus on the other hand is talking about starting a new party. Is unity an illusion for the ANC and do we really understand the damage caused by the Polokwane conference? That's where we saw it for the first time playing out in public and the ANC never healed from it ever since. What impact is all of this having on the running of the country and service delivery in general?
Guest: Rebone Tau - Political Analyst, Author and Research Fellow at the Institute for Pan-African Thought & Conversation
Guest: Lukhanyo Vangqa – Political Analyst
Our next guest is a vocalist, trumpeteer and musical director. He is well-known for his versatility in Jazz, Western Classical and African indigenous music. He has gone onto perform with numerous musicians of note: Jimmy Dludlu, The Abdullah Ibrahim Big Band, Robbie Jansen, Max Vidima and Moreira Chonguica.
He has produced, played and co-written on Nomfundo Xaluva’s multi award-winning albums KUSILE and From.Now.On. As a columnist for Music in Africa wrote in her review of his most recent album, Cwaka: What Dyantyi’s rise to popularity represents is that jazz in its most traditional sense is not dead. To the contrary, traditional jazz in South Africa is thriving.
Guest: Mandisi Dyantyi - Musician
Some KwaZulu Natal municipalities have set aside over five-point-eight million rand to provide services, such as water and mobile toilets, for thousands of Nazareth Baptist Church members, who are undertaking a pilgrimage in the Ndwedwe area mountains this weekend.
The eThekwini, Ndwedwe and the Ilembe districts will be providing services to all factions of the Shembe Church. So we thought to use this opportunity to get to understand the history of the church outside of the controversy in an effort to educate ourselves on their on their existence and how they got to where they are today. To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Ngogi Emmanuel Mahaye - Chairperson of the Isiqabetho (Division of scholars in the Shembe Church)
As the first week of the year comes to an end, we reflect on the return of die Tweede Nuwe Jaar. As thousands celebrate the colourful parades down the streets of Cape Town for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been several changes to the route of the showpiece that does not uphold Bo-Kaap traditions.
Some of these changes include the sponsorship of the event by a betting company, the change of the parade route away from the Bo-Kaap and not reinvesting in the upliftment of Cape Flat communities. She goes a step further to call out the City of Cape Town for not treating the community as equal partners and there are no consultative engagements prior to the festival. To unpack some of the key changes and what they mean to the cultural heritage of the festival,
Guest: Seeham Semaai - Cultural activist and African feminist lawyer
In South Africa, more than 10 million tons of edible surplus food is either lost or wasted throughout the supply chain annually. This is while nearly 30 million people experience moderate to severe food insecurity each month.
South Africa does not have a policy to govern food donations. Our next guest is proposing that legislating a food donations policy would allow South Africa to not only recover quality food but also redistribute this food to improve food security at the household level and end malnutrition.
Guest: Andy du Plessis - Managing Director of Food Forward SA
In a feel-good story, we turn our attention to the volunteer lifeguards of Life Saving South Africa who spend their time protecting the public from drowning at our beaches.
During the 2021/2022 season, the teams across South Africa took part in 1462 rescues and 3885 first-aid cases. They have helped train 4160 lifeguards.
Guest: Dhaya Sewduth - President of Lifesaving South Africa
While we have made it to a new year, we are still burdened with a declining public trust in our leadership and institutions. Our next guest has written an opinion piece that unpacks not only the value of public trust in society but reminds us of the power we hold as citizens when we recognize its currency. She challenges the reader to reconsider investing in our leaders and asks the reader to set new benchmarks for these leaders in order to regain our collective trust.
Guest: Dr. Sheetal Bhoola - Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Zululand
Our next guest says that every time a heart starts beating spontaneously under his fingers after an operation, it is as if in that moment he can observe the absolute miracle of Creation. He wishes to share this miracle to children who need life-saving surgeries by raising funds through a new musical project: Sacred Heart. Through his work at Young Hearts Africa, he has collaborated with the likes of Brian May of the rock band Queen, Etse Gros and Katlego Maboe.
Guest: Dr. Wilhelm Lichtenberg - Classical Singer,
Cardiothoracic Surgeon and founder of Young Hearts Africa
We have heard about how we need to build our township economies to create opportunities for development. We understand some of the socio-economic challenges our communities face on the periphery of urban contexts. But what if we could use technology to respond to health, education, unemployment and other structural challenges? Our next guest joins us to unpack what it means to see an innovation lab work within the community and make social interventions at a grassroots level.
Guest: Wesley Diphoko - Editor-In-Chief of Fast Company (SA) magazine
As we start the year, we thought to use the opportunity to talk about elections to watch out for on the African countries. Three countries that commentators are worried about are Zimbabwe, Nigeria and the DRC. In west Africa, the worry has been mostly on the return of coups, something that analyst believe could be orchestrated by western powers. To help us navigate this issue,
Guest: Adv Sipho Mantula - African analyst
One of the lessons from 2022 was that social contracts were deteriorating at a rapid rate and we could attest to this when it came to the impact it had to our daily lives. Last year, the decline in service delivery came under the spotlight in
many configurations: in the form of shadow governance (privately-funded initiatives); in disconnection of basic services due to municipal debts or illegal connections and the division of basic services (greenling). Our next guest outlines what to look out for in 2023 as she challenges her readers to consider whether we are getting a fair deal when it comes to relationship between service delivery and t rights.
Guest: Bronywn Williams - Trend Analyst at Flux Trends
This year has been tough and it has been most distressing when it comes to our personal finances. While there has been a decrease in overdue balances for credit accounts by 12% in the past twelve months, consumers are still under significant pressure due to the increases of the interest rates. Beyond the impact of inflation, most South Africans that fall into the middle class are worried about the cost uncertainties associated with food, petrol and loadshedding. They are also worried about the social uncertainties associated with rise in violent crime, substance abuse and climate change (water shortages/flooding).
Guest: Brandon De Kock - Director of Storytelling at the BrandMapp
Guest: Andrew Fulton - Director at Eighty20
Earlier this week, two beaches in Cape Town were closed due to a sewage spill. This spill was induced by loadshedding in the Fish Hoek and Muizenberg areas. There have been sewage spills that have affected beaches in Kwa-Zulu Natal (Ballito, North Coast) and Eastern Cape (Nahoon, East London) this year. These spills compromise the quality of water leading to their closure to the public. While municipalities have warned the public of the
health implications, there are environmental and tourism implications due to this closure.
Guest: Desmond D’Sa - Environmentalist and Coordinator of the South Durban Community Environmental Alliance
Guest: Duncan Heafield - Chairman of The Umhlanga Tourism Association
Guest: Herman Radali - PPF Gauteng Chairperson and the member of PPF National Executive Council
Guest: Rev. Mpho George Molebatsi – Social Commentator
Guest: Tankiso Makanka - Director of the Kasi Hero Foundation
Guest: Austin Mashawana - Chief Operations Officer of the Collen Mashawana Foundation
Collen Mashawana Foundation, Kasi Hero Foundation, and SA FM are hosting a Christmas Party
This morning we come to you live from the Kasi Hero Foundation Centre in Pimville Soweto. This is part of our promise to you our listeners that we will host a Christmas party from one of the charities in the country. So we will be talking to the founders about the work they do and the kind of things that this community goes through. Our first guest believes that nurturing and caring for children will break the cycle of poverty. One of their core values is being of service and key to building better communities. To tell us more on this, we are joined now by…
Guest: Austin Mashawana - Chief Operations Officer of the Collen Mashawana Foundation
PROFILE: Kasi Hero Foundation
Our next guests are a group of young people who are trying to make a valuable contribution in their community through weekly soup kitchens, donation drives targeted at school-going children's needs and helping persons with disabilities. We are joined by...
Guest: Tankiso Makanka - Director of the Kasi Hero Foundation
Guest: Eddie Thwabala – Founding Director of the Moboke Foundation (They deal with young people on career development)
Guest: Busisiwe Dlamini - Patron of the Hope Fountain Early Learning Centre (Hope Fountain ELC was established in response to the growing number of kids left unattended on the streets of Doornfontein, Johannesburg)
Guest: Raymond Perrier from the Dennis Hurley Centre out in Durban. (They deal with homeless people with a focus on adults (18-30) and the elderly (60+). They have quite a number of programmes during the festive season for people not only to donate but also be volunteers)
Active Citizenry and what it means to give back to their communities
This morning, we thought to speak to those people who are giving back to their communities. They are community builders that make a difference either to young people, the elderly and so on about the work they do.
Guest: Lorenzo Davids - Chief Executive Office of the Development Impact Fund
Guest: MKVA
This weekend has seen intense horse trading with provinces Limpopo, North West and Gauteng being hotly contested voting blocks on who will win the presidency of the African National Congress. Some experts have argued that the congress should not be about second term for President Cyril Ramaphosa or new era for Zweli Mkhize. It should have been a conference that either writes an obituary for the party or potential writes a new vision statement for the country as emulated by the class for 1972.
On the sidelines, the Mkhonto weSizwe Veteran League... For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
This weekend has seen intense horse trading with provinces Limpopo, North West and Gauteng being hotly contested voting blocks on who will win the presidency of the African National Congress. Some experts have argued that the congress should not be about second term for President Cyril Ramaphosa or new era for Zweli Mkhize. It should have been a
conference that either writes an obituary for the party or potential writes a new vision statement for the country as emulated by the class for 1972.
On the sidelines, the Mkhonto weSizwe Veteran League.
Guest: Lorenzo Davids - Chief Executive Office of the Development Impact Fund
Focus: As you’ve heard President Cyril Ramaphosa officially open the ANC’s 55th national elective conference, we thought to speak to a panel of experts to break down some of the things he had to say. The President has been under a lot of pressure ahead of the conference to step down. Also the nation is today watching the conference closely to see who will come out victorious as party president.
Guest: Ntsikelelo Breakfast
Guest: Sphamandla Zondi
Our next guest is a saxophonist and flute player who started his music career at the age of 14 at the Music Academy of Gauteng under the mentorship of the late Dr. Johnny Mekoa. A prolific session performer, Mvubu has appeared on more than 20 albums, including Lionel Loueke and Shabaka Hutchings. His experience and passion for the music have brought him to record his debut album, titled The 1st Gospel.
Mvubu’s intent and approach are evident in the title, as is his deep respect for the art form. Comfortable in any Jazz club or stage, the music speaks to a deep spiritual connection between player and listener at the heart of improvisational Jazz. The 1st Gospel sounds decidedly analog, with enough space and time to wander from the NY Jazz Club to the African village. One is reminded of a simpler, more relaxed time as each player shines without fanfare.
He has worked alongside jazz legends Abdullah Ibrahim, Caiphus Semenya, Letta Mbulu, Sibongile Khumalo, Zenzi Makeba, Bra Hugh Masekela, Jonas Gwagwa & Jonny Mekoa. More recently, he has worked with his contemporaries such as Nduduzo Makhathini, Sisonke Tlonti, Linda Sikhakhane, Andile Yenana and Herbie Tsoadi and Afrika Mkhize. He has traveled internationally and performed with some of the international jazz artists. He has also performed in all the major festivals in the country including the last Joy of Jazz last month.
Guest: Mthunzi Mvubu - Musician
Earlier this week, we received a letter from one of our listeners who asked us to highlight the plight of unemployed doctors in South Africa. In this hour, we focus on the stories of doctors who have qualified for their medical degree and completed their community service programme but have not found a job since then. For some of our guests, absorption into government hospitals is critical for them to specialize in their preferred niche. For many who studied medicine abroad through government scholarships, there are fewer opportunities to be considered by government hospitals.
Guest: Dr. Nandipha Singano - Community Service Medical Doctor
Guest: Dr Snqobele Zungu - Community Service Medical Doctor
Guest: Dr. Cedric Sihlangu - Medical Doctor and General Secretary of SAMATU
Guest: Victor Khanyile - Director: Human Resources at the Department of Health (National)
Antibiotics play an important role in the management of bacterial infections and have extended life expectancy by up to 20 years according to medical studies by Lancet. However,the
overprescription of antibiotics may lead to drug resistance and put people at risk of more aggressive bacterial infections.
There are many reasons why antibiotics are overused: over prescribing of antibiotics by health workers, patients not finishing their full treatment course of antibiotics, poor infection control in hospitals and clinics as well as the lack of hygiene and poor sanitation in the community.
Guest: Prof. Marc Mendelson - Professor of Infectious Diseases and Head of Division at the Infectious Diseases & HIV Medicine Centre at the University of Cape Town
A brazen matric exam cheating scandal has rocked Mpumalanga, with pupils in several schools allegedly paying teachers up to R1,500 to join WhatsApp groups on which answers were posted while exams were in session. The scandal may include five more provinces and involve 1189 learners. While the Department of Basic Education has rejected claims that the scandal has a national footprint, it will investigate what has happened in Mpumalanga as it received the tip-off on their WhatsApp national hotline.
In this hour, we look at the social implications of a pervasive cheating culture on an ailing education system on our values as a society. We also unpack whether this scandal is a reflection of our society’s dysfunction playing out in important institutions that shape the minds of the next generation. What is the relationship between education, our values and self-worth? What leads these young people to cheat? What is our responsibility when it comes to how we respond to the pervasiveness of this conduct in society?
Guest: Prof. Mary Metcalfe - Professor of Practice at the University of Johannesburg
Guest: Saego Maapola - Educational Psychologist
Earlier this week, the United Nations commemorated Universal Health Coverage Day calling on leaders to make smarter health investments to ensure adequate access to Healthcare services. This year's theme is building the world we want: A healthy future for all.
Our next guest has written a report on how South Africa can strengthen its Healthcare system through the lessons it has learned from the COVID-19 pandemic. With a specific focus on primary Healthcare, the report highlights various areas of practice including testing and diagnosis for COVID-19 versus other disease such as TB, cholesterol, HIV/AIDS and diabetes. We are joined by…
Guest: Russell Rensburg - Executive Director of Rural Health Advocacy Project
On Friday last week, Dr Zulu Mathabo-Zulu gave a lecture at the University of KwaZulu-Natal entitled: Conceptualisation of Indigenous Knowledge & Historiography: African Cosmology and Philosophy. He is of the view that African knowledge systems are presently subjected to a plethora of clutches of Eurocentric treatment intended to deny; to deface
and to erase the rightful indigenous historiography using the ambient vestiges of the Euro-Christian Colonialism. He now joins us on the line to talk about what he believes is behind this and how do we fix it…
Guest: Dr Zulu Mathabo-Zulu - Research Scientist and Director: Madisebo University Research institute
The story that has dominated the year as we know it has been the elective congress for the governing party. Our timelines and newsfeed have followed the wall-to-wall coverage of the contenders for the top six positions. This week, a group of disgruntled delegates have challenged the nomination committee and may even take the party to court on the list. On the side-lines, the delegates will also see the delegates of the African National Congress finalize policy resolutions emanating from the Policy Conference that may become part of the 2024 election manifesto. At stake, the ANC’s policy credibility as it has lost just over 15-percentage points in voter support since the dawn of democracy and is in danger of losing 50% majority.
Guest: Lukhanyo Vangqa - Political Analyst
Last week Friday the 9th of December marked 40 years since the Maseru Massacre and we thought to reflect on it this morning. This was one of the bloodiest cross-border raids by the then South African Defence Force, year after a similar raid in Matola, Mozambique. It was in the early hours of the morning when the apartheid forces stormed the Lesotho capital targeting houses where ANC members were staying in exile. 42 of them and locals were killed among them were five women and two children. We’ve invited two survivors of that massacre to relate the story from personal experience. As we welcome...
Guest: Pumlani Kubukeli - Survivor of the massacre and former guerrilla commander for MK
Guest: Manyano Ondala – Survivor of the massacre (Was 15 at the time)
Over the weekend, the world commemorated International Human Rights Day and our focus in this morning's Chapter Nine institution works specifically in protecting and promoting the human rights enshrined in our constitution. However, our country has faced many challenges in the new democratic dispensation when it comes to ensuring that all South Africans feeling that their rights
are respected. In the past year, there have been a rise in human rights violations at various levels within our communities. This morning, we unpack almost 30 years of the nation's human rights tradition and the role of the SAHRC to implement its mandate whilst fostering social cohesion in a complex society. We are joined by...
Guest: Prof. Bongani Majola - SAHRC Chairperson
Guest: Yasmin Sooka - Human Rights Lawyer, TRC Commissioner and Executive Director of Foundation for Human Rights
Guest: Dr. Dale McKinley - Founding Member of the Right to Know campaign and independent political analyst
Beatenberg is a South African pop band formed in Cape Town, South Africa in 2008. The group is known for its style of pop that is influenced by jazz, classical, world and electronic music. Beatenberg became famous with their chart topping single 'Pluto (Remember You)', a collaboration with renowned house producer DJ Clock. The single 'Pluto (Remember You)' was the #1 most popular song on South African radio for over 15 consecutive weeks in 2014. Since then, Beatenberg has worked alongside Mumford and Son, Msaki and Tresor. The band recently returned from a tour of the US and Europe.
Matthew Field and Robin Brink met in high school and began playing together in their final year. The pair set out to perform Matthew's pop songs in the style of drum'n'bass, jazz fusion and other electronic music they had been listening to. In the following year, Matthew met Ross Dorkin, studying music at the University of Cape Town’s Music School. He now joins us to talk about his musical journey…
Guest: Matthew Field – Lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for Beatenberg
As we come to the end of 16 Days against Gender-Based Violence, we thought to look at a positive story coming out of townships in Cape Town. Heroes Academy SA is currently running workshops in local schools across Dunoon, Philippi and Khayelitsha over a 16-week period where they teach students the differences between positive and toxic masculinity. To tell us more about this and why they decided to take this approach, also why these townships,
Guest: Kolping Mbumba - One of the Head Facilitators at Heroes Academy SA
Guest: Matthew Boyd - Chief of Operations for Heroes Academy SA
Two weeks ago, we had opened the show with the country’s well-loved retired constitutional court justice who was reflecting on his days as an activist and the South Africa that was being envisioned during the anti-Apartheid movement. In September, the Clooney Foundation for Justice honoured Albie Sachs by naming the foundation’s inaugural awards after the judge. Sachs was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in Pursuit of Justice at an event held at the New York Public Library. The Albie Awards aim to highlight the work of
journalists, human rights defenders, women, girls and LGBTQI+ rights defenders.
Guest: Albie Sachs - South African activist, retired judge and author
In this hour we revisit a painful story of forced sterilization we’ve been discussing over the years on this show. The latest is that yesterday (Wed) The “Her Rights Initiative” wrote an open letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa asking him to institute fair and adequate compensation to black HIV-positive women, who are victims of forced sterilisation. They read the letter out during a press briefing in Sandton calling for among other things, immediate mental health treatment and treatment of side effects and complications as a result of the forced sterilisations. To find out where the process is at the moment and what has since happened when they brought this issue to the public domain, we are joined on the line by....
Guest: Dr Promise Mthembu – Founder of Her Rights Initiative
While the unemployment rate dropped by a whole percentage point at the end of last month, SMMEs are still being seen as a job creator and a key contributor to alleviating unemployment. However, one in two business owners emphasised that both the lack of work experience and the absence of critical skills for the workplace, stunt the hiring of young people.
Our next guest has written on the challenges that SMMEs face when hiring and retaining young people. For this panel discussion, we have also added the voices of SMMEs and young people to share their lived experiences.
Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams - Project Lead at Youth Capital
Guest: Kekeletso Khenna – Entrepreneur and social activist
Guest: Leon Louw – Former CEO at the Free Market Foundation
On our health feature this morning we change things slightly by looking at the impact the HIV pandemic is having on children as many of them have to give up their childhood to look after their siblings. This year’s International Aids Day celebration was themed under the headline of EQUALIZE to remind us about some of inequalities and challenges faced by affected families. To educate us on this subject and also talk about how we can better deal with this issue,
Guest: Dr Benny Obayi – National Executive Director of Child Welfare South Africa
Last Tuesday was actually the last day of the month, and Bryan did not get to deal with the questions that came in during the month. So today he will devote the show to answering questions that have been submitted to him during the month. This is where he picks out all those questions of a similar nature. But please remember that he will still take all your other questions that are related to your personal finance…
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The cash-strapped Kopanong Municipality in the Free State is once again struggling to pay its workers and councillors. The municipality is said to have paid its workers late several times this year. Acting municipal manager, Zolile Lobe, says that payments will be made on the 10th of this month. Kopanong is among several municipalities in the province where workers have to bear the brunt of the poor state of finances. This is also the same municipality under which the Jagersfontein disaster happened this year. What has happened since? Let’s use this opportunity now to find out what the problems are and what they are doing as a municipality to deal with these issue as we welcome…
Guest: Tiisetso Mahlatsi – SAMWU’s provincial secretary in the Free State
Guest: Sello Dithebe - Spokesperson for the Department of Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Will excuse himself from a government communicator’s session. He will talk about their intervention as the department)
Guest: Zolile Lobe – Acting Municipal Manager at the Kopanong Local Municipality
Guest: Residents – Name TBC – (They are meeting with their lawyers over the Jaggersfontein disaster at the time of our discussion. So they will assign someone to do the interview)
What we expected to be a very politically hectic weekend for the president ended up with him holding on to power. He was reportedly advised by those on his side to fight rather than step down. Yesterday (Sunday) he was excused from the ANC’s National Working Committee meeting when it was discussing the report. So this morning we though to speak to some of the party’s veterans to hear what they have to say regarding the current state of the party and the president’s
dilemma. Also as the party is heading to its national conference, what are their expectations?
Guest: Omry Makgoale – ANC veteran
Guest: Dr Ongama Mtinka – Political analyst based at the Nelson Mandela University
This morning we end the show on a high note with South African actress Kim Engelbrecht. She’s one of those very popular actresses you just can’t miss. She’s just come back from the 50th International Emmys where she was nominated for the Best Performance by an Actress Award – for her role in Reyka. Many of you still remember her for her role in Isidingo. She now joins us in studio to talk about her nomination and her journey in the film industry.....
Guest(studio): Kim Engelbrecht - South African actress and Emmy nominee for her role in Reyka
Intro in the morning as story is moving. Let’s use this opportunity now to talk about what all of this means for the country. Also did the president do the right thing and how should we take this as South Africans?
Guest: Prof Barney Pityana – Newly appointed chairperson of the National Lotteries Commission
Guest: Prof Pitika Ntuli – Artist and Cultural activist
Guest: Ethics person - TBC
This morning South African legendary musician Vicky Sampson takes us to the weekend. She’s known mostly internationally for her song, My African Dream which plays in so many adverts and shows. Where has she been and what is she up to?
Guest(Zoom CTN): Vicky Sampson – South African singer
Earlier this month, domestic workers marked the second anniversary since the Constitutional Court handed down a significant judgment in the Mahlangu v Minister of Labour matter. The case is important as it calls for the inclusion of domestic workers as employees, the enforcement of employer compliance when it comes to working conditions and extension of their labour rights as it pertains to injury within the workplace.
The ruling also allowed for domestic workers the opportunity to claim for work-related injuries, diseases, or death as far back as 27 April 1994. Despite the progress made in this landmark ruling, only 10 claims have been successfully processed. There are still major stumbling blocks: a lack of public awareness of labour laws which cover domestic workers, weak enforcement of laws, non-compliant employers and disparaging attitudes about domestic work amongst the public.
Guest: Pinky Mashiane - President of the United Domestic Workers of South Africa
Guest: Christy Blouws - Attorney at the Women’s Legal Centre
Guest: Nokuthula Sihlangu - Director of Claims at the Compensation Fund
Focus: When he took office in 2018, President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed new heads for law-enforcement agencies and formed the Investigating Directorate within the National Prosecuting Authority to bring fraudsters and looters to book. Five years later, the justice system is failing to keep up with growing organized crime and the law enforcement agencies are still in shambles. More concerning, the book outlines how generals, police officers, state prosecutors and intelligence officials that were implicated in the state capture project continue to occupy senior positions without ever having faced any consequences. To help us unpack the crossroads facing our land, we are joined by...
Guest: Jacques Pauw - Investigative Journalist, Filmmaker and Author
The independent panel on the section 89 report into whether there is a prima facie case in the Phala Phala matter was handed over to Parliament yesterday. The report has been made available to the public later that day. To unpack what the findings means for the President,
Guest: Eusebius McKaiser - Podcast Hos
As we mark 16 Days against women and children, we thought to zoom into a very disturbing issue of emotional scars carried by children facing abuse.A scary fact is that more than a third of South African children under the age of 17 suffer emotional abuse and neglect which results in invisible scars that put them at greater risk of mental illness and limit their chances of a fulfilling and functional adult life. To educate us on this issue and what it is that parents should know,
Guest: Dr Eugene Allers - Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
Guest: Dr. Shaheda Omar - Director at the TeddyBear Clinic for Abused Children
On our health feature today we focus on why healthcare is still a problem for African women.Dr Abofele Khoele who is the Managing director of Organon South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa says that African women are right at the bottom of the pyramid in terms of healthcare on the continent. To try an deal with this problem, a continent-wide and dedicated women’s health initiative was launched in Johannesburg to advocate for and implement solutions to improve healthcare for women in Africa. How will this help bridge the gap? To help us understand
Guest: Dr Norah Maitisa - Director of Medical Affairs at Organon SA and SSA
Our next guest has just announces grant funding worth R410 million with KFW. This partnership is part of Germany's commitment to the Just Energy Transition Partnership with South Africa and other international partners. The announcement was made ahead of South Africa's inaugural green hydrogen summit. W
Guest: Joanne Bate - Chief of Operations at the Industrial Development Corporation
Since 2007, the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) has been researching green hydrogen with a focus on green mobility and the use of the platinum group metals. Over the past two years, there has been a proliferation of net zero commitments by nations and corporations.These hard-to-abate sectors cannot be decarbonised through renewable energy (RE) and electrification or through RE and battery storage. Green H2 provides the best, long-term, opportunity to decarbonise hard-to-abate sectors as its use is free of emissions.
Guest: Somila Xhosa - Head of Renewable Energy Portfolio at the Department of Science and Innovation
Our next guest discusses the economic value of hydrogen and their commitment to decarbonization as they are set to be carbon neutral by 2040.
Guest: Fahmida Smith - Market Development principal, Anglo American Platinum
This morning, Bryan will discuss how you can use your Christmas bonus or 13th cheque. If you are lucky enough to get additional income, what do you do with that money?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The South Africa Green Hydrogen Summit builds on the opportunities identified during the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) of 2021. South Africa is one of the founding members of the Africa Green Hydrogen Alliance (AGHA) which seeks to promote continental green hydrogen cooperation. Senior delegations from the other founding members (Egypt, Kenya, Mauritania, Morocco and Namibia) of the Africa Green Hydrogen Alliance will also be invited to showcase their unique offering at the Summit.
Guest: Masopha Moshoeshoe - Green Economy Specialist at Infrastructure South Africa
This morning, the Presidency will host the SA Green Hydrogen Summit alongside Infrastructure South Africa. The Summit showcases the country’s offering as a large-scale and world class green hydrogen production hub and total value chain investment destination.
Guest: Mondli Gungubele - Minister in the Presidency
Focus: National Infrastructure Plan 2050 offers a strategic vision and plan for the country. The Plan promotes dynamism in infrastructure delivery, addresses institutional blockages and weaknesses and develops a prioritised national portfolio of catalytic projects and programmes designed to close the infrastructure investment gap.
Guest: Patricia de Lille - Minister of Public Works
Focus: Given that Hydrogen is one of the key drivers of the Just Energy Transition, we want to share some of work being done within provinces on implementing the key strategies that will bring the economic opportunities within the Hydrogen sector to communities. To unpack their projects and development work
Guest: Hendrik Louw - Acting CEO at the Northern Cape Economic Development Agency (NCEDA)
This morning, we continue our chapter nine series by focusing on an institution that is independent of political parties and the state. At the core of its work, the Public Protector investigates claims of abuse of power and improper handling of money for corrupt purposes. Anyone can write to, phone or visit the Public Protector’s offices around the country directly or on someone’s behalf. If wrongdoing is discovered, the Public Protector will issue a report which is binding, and often order remedial action to be taken. To help us unpack the effectiveness of the institution, we are joined by…
Guest: Neels van der Merwe - Head of Legal Services at the Public Protector
Guest: Lawson Naidoo - Founding Member of CASAC
We end the show on a high note as we celebrate another moment of glory for our country. This time around South African science is in the spotlight by Dr Nehemiah Latolla from the Nelson Mandela University. He came out tops in the International FameLab science communication competition which has been running since 2013 beating contestants from the Czech republic, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and Thailand. To tell us more on this and what exactly it means,
Guest: Dr Nehemiah Latolla - A Phytochemist and researcher at the Nelson Mandela University
The public sector strike has negatively impacted essential health services as government and unions have yet to reach a new service level agreement. While the Department of Health and the Department of Public Administration has called for essentials workers to not leave their posts, one of the implication is that primary healthcare is not guaranteed during the wage strike. Our next guest has raised a concerned that rural communities are completely reliant on public funded services and access to essential health care services and a protracted strike could be severely compromise their access to service delivery when it comes to essential healthcare. To help us understand what is happening on the ground, we are joined by… Guest: Russel Rensburg - Director of Rural Health Advocacy Project
Langa Mavuso is a passionate musician who has performed in various genres such as Musical Theatre, Classical Ensembles and was even part of the Fifa World Cup 2010 opening ceremony as part of the dance ensemble.
He has actively invested in honing and mastering his craft. He combines electronic hip hop beats with acoustic jazz and soul inspired vocals. He is molding a new sound era of urban soul in South Africa. Langa has worked alongside Black Coffee, Grace Carter, the Soil, Zoe Modiga, Loyiso, Aimee George, Manana and many more. Recently, he was featured in a documentary series being aired on Trace Urban reflecting on the life and times of the jazz giant, Hugh Masekela.
Guest: Langa Mavuso - Musician
Focus: Yesterday (Thursday), we received a video sent by one of our listeners. It showed a young boy limping, then falls to the ground. While he was down, another boy came to finish him off using a panga and according to the voice on the video, the boy died a few minutes later. The video was accompanied by voice notes from member of the community some of them crying and highlighting the problem of gangsters in that area. To ttry and understand what is happening on the ground and how bad this problem is,
Guest: Dorcus Sekabate - School Safety & Farm School Hostel Project in the Department of Basic Education in the Free State
Guest: His Majesty King Geoffrey Mogorosi – Member of the community and part of the projects dealing with the gangster problems on the ground
Guest: Mpho Mojanaga – General Secretary of the Mangaung Service Delivery Forum
This week, President Cyril Ramaphosa went on an official state visit to the United Kingdom in what was branded a reset between the nations since former President Jacob Zuma back in 2010. Despite the travel ban fiasco during the COVID-19 pandemic, the United Kingdom is still considered an important regional partner and vice versa.
Interestingly, the British government will be focusing on economic development between the two nations rather than South Africa’s diplomatic position on Russia. To unpack what the new bilateral deals and how the Home Office will turnaround their Africa policy, we are joined by…
Guest: Thembisa Fakude - Senior Research Fellow at Africa Asia Dialogues
Guest: Dr Alex Vines - Director, Africa Programme, Chatham House
As we commemorate the launch of 16 Days of Activism for Violence against Women and Children this weekend, we reflect on the linkages between trauma and abuse. We want to discuss how we begin to develop trauma-informed responses to sexual violence and abuse. One of the ways in which to combat this crisis is by going to some of the hotspots and bringing the community together to identify strategies to address the drivers and root causes.
Thohoyandou is one of the 30 Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Hotspots identified by Police Minister, Bheki Cele in 2020. Recent police statistics, which were shared during the 2nd Presidential Summit on Gender-Based violence indicated that the Thohoyandou police station was recorded to have the fifth highest reported gender-based violence cases in South Africa. This makes Thohoyandou a site of national importance in efforts to address Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in the country.
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi - Centre for Mental Wellness
and Leadership
This week, President Cyril Ramaphosa went on an official state visit to the United Kingdom in what was branded a reset between the nations since former President Jacob Zuma back in 2010. Despite the travel ban fiasco during the COVID-19 pandemic, the United Kingdom is still considered an important regional partner and vice versa. Interestingly, the British government will be focusing on economic development between the two nations rather than South Africa’s diplomatic position on Russia. To unpack what the new bilateral deals and how the Home Office will turnaround their Africa policy,
Guest: Thembisa Fakude - Senior Research Fellow at Africa Asia Dialogues
Guest: Dr Alex Vines OBE - Director, Africa Programme, Chatham House
In the recent development following the myriad of corruption scandals at the National Lotteries Commission, we have seen several high-ranking officials and public figures being linked to the graft. However, we have not spoken to the whistleblowers that uncovered the irregular expenditure and fraudulent transactions within the shell companies that were masqueraded as grant beneficiaries.
We have also not heard from existing grant beneficiaries who have been negatively impacted as a result. This would make it difficult for these organizations to continue serving communities through their work and pay their employees. Today, we give them an opportunity to share their experiences and the challenges they faced along the way.
Guest: Sello Qhina - Whistleblower (former project manager for the NLC)
Guest: Mzukisi Makatse - Whistleblower (former lawyer at the NLC)
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, aimed at raising awareness about the disease. In South Africa, lung cancer is among the top 3 cancers affecting men and women. In 2020, there were 2.21 million new lung cancer cases and almost 2 million deaths globally.People still largely believe that lung cancer is a smoker’s disease. While tobacco smoking is the main risk factor, there are other risks, including environmental ones. Common causes include exposure to outdoor and indoor air pollution, diesel engine exhaust, welding fumes, and asbestos.
Guest: Prof Michael Herbst - Health Specialist & Patient Advocate at the Cancer Association of South Africa
Guest: Last week we received a call from Mashimane, one of our listeners in the Elias Motsoaledi Municipality area. He raised a very serious issue involving the role of the municipality when it comes to communal land under traditional leadership. They as a community wanted more burial land, but says that the municipality told them that there’s not much they can do as the land is under traditional communal land. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say…..
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So we thought to look at this as a case study in Limpopo before we go national with it. There seems to be a lot of this going on in Limpopo and to understand where the lines are drawn, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Billy Masha – Limpopo Coordinator for the Land Access Movement of South Africa
Guest: Kgosi Boleu Rammupudu – Deputy Chairperson of the Limpopo House of Traditional Leaders
Guest: Cogta Limpopo TBC
Focus: This morning, Lionel will focus on the dangers of unplanned Black Friday…
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Focus: This morning, we discuss the upcoming SA Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Committee meeting taking place this week, what we can expect and what are the implications of another interest rate increase ahead of the holiday season.
Guest: Tony Buys - Financial Advisor at Liberty Group South Africa
Last week, we had a listener called in and lauding the new anti-substance abuse drive that was launched by the Gauteng Premier, Panyanza Lesufi. The programme is aiming to address the prevalence of drug use within the communities. One of the components of the programme is a 24-hour helpline, providing counseling for persons at risk.
Another component is the deployment of social workers to assist with the admission of new patients to rehabilitation centres. However, she did point out that she could not get access to the new services and her child was subsequently turned away. To answer some of her questions and share more information on the programme, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Onkemetse Kabasia DDG for Social Welfare Services, Community Development, Regions and Institutions at the Gauteng Department of Social Development
Guest: Busisiwe - Kempton Park Caller
Earlier this month, civil society organizations joined forces to launch a national campaign called Moments with Men that is set to unpack topics surrounding men & identity; fatherhood and focusing on the boy child.
This past weekend, a men's cafe focused on addressing stereotypes on seeking psycho-social support and masculinity.
November is Men's Health Awareness Month and the focus is not solely on physical health but also health seeking behaviours when it comes to mental health as one in four men are affected in South Africa. This year, men's struggles with mental health has been placed a in spotlight given the high suicide rates and the prevelance of depression. We are joined by…
Guest: Kgotso Senothoane - Programme Manager at Generation Gender
Guest: Sihle Nkosi - Gender Champion for Activate! Change Drivers
Guest: Nick Nzama - Founder of Boyz 2 Men Program
Yesterday, the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) hosted a policy dialogue entitled 'Macroeconomic policies for inclusive industrialisation in South Africa'. This is part of a series of dialogues by the HSRC aimed at widening debate and strengthen cooperation between stakeholders. The country is currently under severe pressure of an economic meltdown with an increasing unemployment rate especially at grassroots level. Some of the complaints we get on this show from some of the industrialists is a lack of funding and political will. How realistic then is an inclusive industrialisation in our country? To help us navigate this issue, w
Guest: Thabi Nkosi - Chair of the Land Bank and Managing Partner of African Green Alpha
Guest: Dr Nthabiseng Moleko - Development Economist at Stellenbosch Business School
Talented Afro-soul act formed in 2010 when they met while singing in the University Of Johannesburg Choir. They decided to pick up their
guitars and form a band. They entered and won an open-mic competition at a local bar in Melville, reducing one of the judges to tears. Honing their skills during a club residency, four months later they had gathered a loyal following from all over Jozi. By August 2011, they were signed by independent label: Just Music. They went into the studio and in May 2012 released an 11-track album, ‘Have You Heard?’. The album saw them scoop a Metro FM award for Best Group. They have also been nominated for four South African Music Awards, including Best Newcomer and Album of the Year.
Guest: Mthabisi ‘Mthae’ Sibanda - Musician
Guest: Gregory ‘Keke’ Mabusela - Musician
Guest: Sifiso 'Atomza' Buthelezi - Musician
Guest: Geoffrey 'Taxda' Chutimi - Musician
This year, the theme for Disability Rights Awareness Month speaks to empowering Persons with Disabilities through resourceful, sustainable and safe environments. Over 28 years later, we want to assess whether the lives of persons with disabilities has changed when it comes to developing inclusive infrastructure and closing the gap on the opportunities (social, economic and political) available to become active participants in this country.
This includes public transport, health and education accessible. This also includes making sign language and Braille accessible enough to widely in public spaces. We will also discuss how these faultiness impedes their development in society person with disabilities and continuously excludes their voice from lived experiences. How do we make equality for those living with persons with disabilities tangible? How do abled-bodied persons stand in solidarity with their rights?
Guest: Abongile Xhantini - Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging Executive at the Nunnovation Africa Foundation
Guest: Andrew Madella – Secretary General of Disabled People South Africa
Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya, Abdoulaye Bathily has raised concerns that the country is nowhere near being ready for elections. He goes on to say that the international community must encourage Libya’s leaders to work towards the holding of elections as soon as possible.
He was speaking at the UN's Security Council on Tuesday where he stressed the need to restore the legitimacy of Libya’s institutions amid efforts by some institutional actors to obstruct the polls. Many commentators believe that Libya will never be stable again after the death of Muammar Gaddafi. For a perspective on this, and to also remind ourselves as to how the country got to where it is today,
Guest: Prof Siphamandla Zondi - Director of the Institute for Pan African Thought and Conversation at the University of Johannesburg
The Conference is expected to afford the Eastern Cape province an opportunity to align earmarked investments with public sector economy stimulation programmes. This is meant to bolster the transformation of the economy. To unpack the role of development corporations as partners to economic recovery, we are joined by…
Guest: Vuyani Jaagana- Acting Head: Trade, Investment and Innovation at the Eastern Cape Development Corporation
The Conference is expected to afford the Eastern Cape province an opportunity to align earmarked investments with public sector economy stimulation programmes. This is meant to bolster the transformation of the economy. To unpack the role of development corporations as partners to economic recovery, we are joined by…
Guest: Vuyani Jaagana- Acting Head: Trade, Investment and Innovation at the Eastern Cape Development Corporation
Medications such as morphine, fentanyl, and tramadol are commonly used as opioid pain relievers.Those opioids are highly addictive and has led to global crisis as the mortality rate continues to rise as a result. Overdose deaths from drugs in the United States numbered 91,799 in 2020, with opioids accounting for 68,630 (74.8%).
Our next guest says that while the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) does not yet have any official cannabis-containing medicines approved for pain relief, anecdotal evidence and preliminary studies point towards its potential to be highly effective in pain management.
Guest: Dr. Shiksha Gallow - Cannabis Clinician
Medications such as morphine, fentanyl, and tramadol are commonly used as opioid pain relievers.Those opioids are highly addictive and has led to global crisis as the mortality rate continues to rise as a result. Overdose deaths from drugs in the United States numbered 91,799 in 2020, with opioids accounting for 68,630 (74.8%).
Our next guest says that while the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) does not yet have any official cannabis-containing medicines approved for pain relief, anecdotal evidence and preliminary studies point towards its potential to be highly effective in pain management.
Guest: Dr. Shiksha Gallow - Cannabis Clinician
This year, the Conference will be under the theme: investment, a key lever for driving sustainable economic development. With the province facing the highest rate of unemployment, the provincial government is looking at harvesting all possible benefits towards job creation and equitable economic development of the province.
Guest: Vuyo Mosana - CEO of Eastern Cape Socio-Economic Consultative Council
This year, the Conference will be under the theme: investment, a key lever for driving sustainable economic development. With the province facing the highest rate of unemployment, the provincial government is looking at harvesting all possible benefits towards job creation and equitable economic development of the province.
Guest: Vuyo Mosana - CEO of Eastern Cape Socio-Economic Consultative Council
Last week Tuesday, we spoke to the executive mayor of Buffalo City Municipality, Xola Pakati about some of the service delivery issues raised by residents under his district. Well, the mayor was nor forthcoming when confronted on air by the residents about what he’s doing to fix the problems. This morning we invited the MEC for Local Government and Traditional Affairs in the Eastern Cape to try and get an understanding on what is happening in the Buffalo City Metropolitan and how he is working with them. Also to find out if he’s aware of the problems raised by the residents......
Guest: Zolile Williams – MEC for Local Government and Traditional Affairs in the Eastern Cape
Last week Tuesday, we spoke to the executive mayor of Buffalo City Municipality, Xola Pakati about some of the service delivery issues raised by residents under his district. Well, the mayor was nor forthcoming when confronted on air by the residents about what he’s doing to fix the problems. This morning we invited the MEC for Local Government and Traditional Affairs in the Eastern Cape to try and get an understanding on what is happening in the Buffalo City Metropolitan and how he is working with them. Also to find out if he’s aware of the problems raised by the residents......
Guest: Zolile Williams – MEC for Local Government and Traditional Affairs in the Eastern Cape
This morning Bryan talks to us about how to be a better saver and investor.....
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
This morning, Lionel will focus on consumer rights when it comes to insurance claims and how to escalate matters to the ombudsman.
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
This morning, Lionel will focus on consumer rights when it comes to insurance claims and how to escalate matters to the ombudsman.
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
As per your request as our listeners, we have invited the people from the South African Social Security Agency about some of the problem you’ve been facing regarding accessing the grants. Many of the complaints we’ve been receiving is people not understanding why they are declined, while some say that their children’s grant is not consistent. Then there’s also the issue of the Social Relief of Distress Grant which has the most complaints. Then there’s also the issues around the Postbank glitches which they are also trying to sort out. To answer some of your questions and where some of the problems and misunderstandings lie,
Guest: Brenton van Vrede - Grant operations manager at South African Social Security Agency
As per your request as our listeners, we have invited the people from the South African Social Security Agency about some of the problem you’ve been facing regarding accessing the grants. Many of the complaints we’ve been receiving is people not understanding why they are declined, while some say that their children’s grant is not consistent. Then there’s also the issue of the Social Relief of Distress Grant which has the most complaints. Then there’s also the issues around the Postbank glitches which they are also trying to sort out. To answer some of your questions and where some of the problems and misunderstandings lie,
Guest: Brenton van Vrede - Grant operations manager at South African Social Security Agency
Focus: In the past week at COP27, South Africa has managed to strike a deal with German and French development banks to the tune of R10.7 billion to finance their Just Transition initiative. South Africa is one of the top twenty carbon-emitting countries in the world. While President Cyril Ramaphosa has been lauded by global leaders for the model, there have
been concerns raised surrounding the implementation of this plan and the impact it will have on workers in the affected industries and may not resolve energy poverty in the country in the midst of rolling blackouts. To help us unpack this development further,
Guest: Zakhele Madela - Energy Professional and Analyst
Guest: Liz McDaid - Strategic Lead at the Green Connection
Guest: Hemeda Deedat - Executive Director at National Labour and Economic. Development Institute (NALEDI)
Focus: In the past week at COP27, South Africa has managed to strike a deal with German and French development banks to the tune of R10.7 billion to finance their Just Transition initiative. South Africa is one of the top twenty carbon-emitting countries in the world. While President Cyril Ramaphosa has been lauded by global leaders for the model, there have
been concerns raised surrounding the implementation of this plan and the impact it will have on workers in the affected industries and may not resolve energy poverty in the country in the midst of rolling blackouts. To help us unpack this development further,
Guest: Zakhele Madela - Energy Professional and Analyst
Guest: Liz McDaid - Strategic Lead at the Green Connection
Guest: Hemeda Deedat - Executive Director at National Labour and Economic. Development Institute (NALEDI)
During the World Sciences Forum, some of the key sub-themes that will be discussed are surrounding climate change, diplomacy and human dignity. Given that this will be the first in-person gathering of this Forum since the COVID-19 pandemic, we are having a discussion on how scientific research and skills can be used to respond to societal questions of our time. Science is
relevant to every element of society, including policy and politics. Science has dispelled assumptions surrounding race, abortion, culture and economics.
In the context of social ills that have affected many populations around the world, particularly in Africa. How do we entrench the ideals of a science to bring social justice to the whole of humanity?
Panellists to unpack this question in the context of their work.
To unpack this, we are joined by…
Guest: The Director-General of the Department of Science and Innovation, Dr Phil Mjwara.
QUESTION FOR DR PHIL MJWARA: how can government use science to improve livelihoods? Please elaborate on the policies of the Department of Science and Innovation in this regard. What have been the achievements?
Guest: Prof Moenieba Isaacs, academic coordinator at the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Cape. Prof Isaacs has worked extensively with communities in South Africa to highlight the need to deal with social differentiation in fishing ‘communities’.
QUESTION TO PROF ISAACS: Injustices are prevalent in food systems, where the accumulation of vast wealth is possible for a few, yet one in ten people remain hungry. How do we use science to correct such anomalies?
Guest: Dr Jyothi Kara, National Research Fellow Post Doc Fellow. Experienced Postdoctoral Researcher with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in DNA Sequencing, Microscopy, Evolutionary Biology, Scientific Writing, and Molecular Biology. Strong research professional with a Doctor of
Philosophy - PhD focused in Zoology from Stellenbosch University and a SACNASP registered Professional Natural Scientist
QUESTIONS TO DR KARA: As a post-doctoral researcher in higher education, how do you think we can use science in the higher education industry to achieve social justice?
During the World Sciences Forum, some of the key sub-themes that will be discussed are surrounding climate change, diplomacy and human dignity. Given that this will be the first in-person gathering of this Forum since the COVID-19 pandemic, we are having a discussion on how scientific research and skills can be used to respond to societal questions of our time. Science is
relevant to every element of society, including policy and politics. Science has dispelled assumptions surrounding race, abortion, culture and economics.
In the context of social ills that have affected many populations around the world, particularly in Africa. How do we entrench the ideals of a science to bring social justice to the whole of humanity?
Panellists to unpack this question in the context of their work.
To unpack this, we are joined by…
Guest: The Director-General of the Department of Science and Innovation, Dr Phil Mjwara.
QUESTION FOR DR PHIL MJWARA: how can government use science to improve livelihoods? Please elaborate on the policies of the Department of Science and Innovation in this regard. What have been the achievements?
Guest: Prof Moenieba Isaacs, academic coordinator at the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Cape. Prof Isaacs has worked extensively with communities in South Africa to highlight the need to deal with social differentiation in fishing ‘communities’.
QUESTION TO PROF ISAACS: Injustices are prevalent in food systems, where the accumulation of vast wealth is possible for a few, yet one in ten people remain hungry. How do we use science to correct such anomalies?
Guest: Dr Jyothi Kara, National Research Fellow Post Doc Fellow. Experienced Postdoctoral Researcher with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in DNA Sequencing, Microscopy, Evolutionary Biology, Scientific Writing, and Molecular Biology. Strong research professional with a Doctor of
Philosophy - PhD focused in Zoology from Stellenbosch University and a SACNASP registered Professional Natural Scientist
QUESTIONS TO DR KARA: As a post-doctoral researcher in higher education, how do you think we can use science in the higher education industry to achieve social justice?
Every year on November 9th, World Adoption Day encourages adoptees to share their stories. It’s also a day for adoptive parents to connect with others and reflect upon their adoption journey. For couples experiencing the pain of infertility, adoption can be a wonderful way to become parents. While adoption is a beautiful process, it can also be sad to realize the number of children in need of a home. According to the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) more than 150 million children throughout the world are in need of a home.
Guest (ZOOM): Thabitha Dolamo - Founder of Baby and I
Guest (ZOOM)
Every year on November 9th, World Adoption Day encourages adoptees to share their stories. It’s also a day for adoptive parents to connect with others and reflect upon their adoption journey. For couples experiencing the pain of infertility, adoption can be a wonderful way to become parents. While adoption is a beautiful process, it can also be sad to realize the number of children in need of a home. According to the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) more than 150 million children throughout the world are in need of a home.
Guest (ZOOM): Thabitha Dolamo - Founder of Baby and I
Guest (ZOOM)
Focus: The World Sciences Forum is an international conference series on global science policy. It will bring together leading scientists, researchers, private sector, civil society and global media to discuss the role of science in addressing global challenges facing humanity. As the international forum will deliberate on the contents of its declaration, what role do international partners to this forum play in the implementation of their forum declarations on social justice? What opportunities are available for innovation amongst these stakeholders and the African continent? How will they ensure that science advances human dignity?
Guest: Guy Broucke: Regional Programme Specialist for Natural Sciences at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Focus: The World Sciences Forum is an international conference series on global science policy. It will bring together leading scientists, researchers, private sector, civil society and global media to discuss the role of science in addressing global challenges facing humanity. As the international forum will deliberate on the contents of its declaration, what role do international partners to this forum play in the implementation of their forum declarations on social justice? What opportunities are available for innovation amongst these stakeholders and the African continent? How will they ensure that science advances human dignity?
Guest: Guy Broucke: Regional Programme Specialist for Natural Sciences at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Focus: As the host venue of the #WSF2022 launch, Iziko Museum is the perfect place to launch the prestigious event as it curates and exhibits indigenous astromy that form part of the Square Kilometre Array and natural history collections. The museum weaves culture, science and innovation together in building the nation's future.
Guest: Dr. Wayne Florence - Director Research and Exhibitions at Iziko Museums of South Africa
Focus: As the host venue of the #WSF2022 launch, Iziko Museum is the perfect place to launch the prestigious event as it curates and exhibits indigenous astromy that form part of the Square Kilometre Array and natural history collections. The museum weaves culture, science and innovation together in building the nation's future.
Guest: Dr. Wayne Florence - Director Research and Exhibitions at Iziko Museums of South Africa
This morning we feature South African musician and actor who goes by the name Masandi. His real name is Sandile Mfusi, who is also a pastor’s child and raised in KwaZulu Natal. Reading through some of the internet pages, some describe him as a gospel artist, while some describe him as an Afro-soul artist. How does he describe himself? He now joins us via Zoom to talk about his journey….
Guest: Sandile Mfusi Jnr – Musician and actor
This morning we feature South African musician and actor who goes by the name Masandi. His real name is Sandile Mfusi, who is also a pastor’s child and raised in KwaZulu Natal. Reading through some of the internet pages, some describe him as a gospel artist, while some describe him as an Afro-soul artist. How does he describe himself? He now joins us via Zoom to talk about his journey….
Guest: Sandile Mfusi Jnr – Musician and actor
Last week, we received a call from Percy in Matlosana complaining about the treatment he got from the Tshepong Hospital in. He painted a very devastating picture of the state of the hospital and the drama around receiving medication. His call was backed by one of our regular callers, Thandisa. We then sent the audio to Health MEC Madoda Sambatha and invited him to come on to talk about the state of hospitals in his province. He has agreed and now joins us on the line…
Guest: Madoda Sambatha – MEC for Health in the North west Province
Last week, we received a call from Percy in Matlosana complaining about the treatment he got from the Tshepong Hospital in. He painted a very devastating picture of the state of the hospital and the drama around receiving medication. His call was backed by one of our regular callers, Thandisa. We then sent the audio to Health MEC Madoda Sambatha and invited him to come on to talk about the state of hospitals in his province. He has agreed and now joins us on the line…
Guest: Madoda Sambatha – MEC for Health in the North west Province
Focus: Last month, our next guest presented her report on Racism and the Right to Health to the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly. One of the major takeaways from her speech is that racial and ethnic disparities in health outcomes are becoming more recognizable not only in national context. This is becoming more prevalent within the transnational context. As a result of this report, a new commission has been formed to tackle structural discrimination in global health and reduce the barrier to healthcare that communities face around the world.
Guest: Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng - Adjunct Professor of Law Georgetown University and the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health
Focus: Last month, our next guest presented her report on Racism and the Right to Health to the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly. One of the major takeaways from her speech is that racial and ethnic disparities in health outcomes are becoming more recognizable not only in national context. This is becoming more prevalent within the transnational context. As a result of this report, a new commission has been formed to tackle structural discrimination in global health and reduce the barrier to healthcare that communities face around the world.
Guest: Dr. Tlaleng Mofokeng - Adjunct Professor of Law Georgetown University and the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right to Health
According to the 2019 National Cancer Registry, one in fifteen South Africa men are affected by prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the number one cancer killer among South African men. According to CANSA, testing for prostate cancer should happen annually for men over the age of 40 especially for those men who have a family history of cancer. November also marks Men’s Health Awareness Month and it is important to unpack their health-seeking behaviour. We are joined by…
Guest: Dr Tiny Mhinga – Medical Practitioner with a special interest in Men's Health
According to the 2019 National Cancer Registry, one in fifteen South Africa men are affected by prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the number one cancer killer among South African men. According to CANSA, testing for prostate cancer should happen annually for men over the age of 40 especially for those men who have a family history of cancer. November also marks Men’s Health Awareness Month and it is important to unpack their health-seeking behaviour. We are joined by…
Guest: Dr Tiny Mhinga – Medical Practitioner with a special interest in Men's Health
This morning, Bryan will touch on a part of out personal finance journey that is vital to our revenue generation: HEALTH CARE. This encompasses medical aid, hospital plans, gap cover, dreaded disease, and income replacement.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Lionel is talking to us this morning about lay-buy policies and what consumers need to know.
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Today, we take you to the Buffalo City Municipality. This follows a voice note we got from one of our listeners who was complaining about power outages and how the municipality there deals with loadshedding. Last week, the SACP in that region marched and delivered a list of grievances to the city about high electricity prices, corruption, dirty townships and inadequate billing systems. Let’s get into it now to find out what is happening at this municipality and what are some of the reasons behind the lack of service delivery as we welcome…
Guest: Siyabonga Mdodi – SACP regional secretary in the Skenjana Roji District under the Buffalo City Municipality
Guest: Councillor Xola Pakati - Executive Mayor of Buffalo City Metro Municipality
Guest: Mziyanda Hlekiso - EFF East London Regional Spokesperson
Today, we take you to the Buffalo City Municipality. This follows a voice note we got from one of our listeners who was complaining about power outages and how the municipality there deals with loadshedding. Last week, the SACP in that region marched and delivered a list of grievances to the city about high electricity prices, corruption, dirty townships and inadequate billing systems. Let’s get into it now to find out what is happening at this municipality and what are some of the reasons behind the lack of service delivery as we welcome…
Guest: Siyabonga Mdodi – SACP regional secretary in the Skenjana Roji District under the Buffalo City Municipality
Guest: Councillor Xola Pakati - Executive Mayor of Buffalo City Metro Municipality
Guest: Mziyanda Hlekiso - EFF East London Regional Spokesperson
Lionel is talking to us this morning about lay-buy policies and what consumers need to know.
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
In 2022 alone, we have experienced over 116 days of loadshedding disrupting our lives at several levels. This morning, we wanted to look into how loadshedding impacts the informal economy and how this puts communities from lower income streams more vulnerable to crime, poverty and deteriorates their mental health. Our next guest has developed a study that looks into these themes and he will be joined by stakeholders who work within the sector...
Guest: Timothy Treagus - Chief Executive Officer of Yazi
Guest: Tshepo Mogano - President of South African Youth Business Chambers
Guest: Leon Louw - Founder-President, former Free Market Foundation (FMF) and currently CEO of Iswe Lami Freedom Foundation (LLILFF)
In 2022 alone, we have experienced over 116 days of loadshedding disrupting our lives at several levels. This morning, we wanted to look into how loadshedding impacts the informal economy and how this puts communities from lower income streams more vulnerable to crime, poverty and deteriorates their mental health. Our next guest has developed a study that looks into these themes and he will be joined by stakeholders who work within the sector...
Guest: Timothy Treagus - Chief Executive Officer of Yazi
Guest: Tshepo Mogano - President of South African Youth Business Chambers
Guest: Leon Louw - Founder-President, former Free Market Foundation (FMF) and currently CEO of Iswe Lami Freedom Foundation (LLILFF)
The South African Cultural Observatory is this week hosting the cultural and creative sector conference under the theme: “Creative economy reset: Structuring the creative and cultural industries for a sustainable and inclusive future”. We know how many artists suffered greatly due to Covid-19 and many are still unable to get back on their feet.
One of the key message the stakeholders are hoping to push is how to grow the sector for long term sustainability and to discuss this further, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Billy Monama - Musician, Researcher and Author
Guest: Amy Shelver - Strategic Advisor - SA Cultural Observatory
The South African Cultural Observatory is this week hosting the cultural and creative sector conference under the theme: “Creative economy reset: Structuring the creative and cultural industries for a sustainable and inclusive future”. We know how many artists suffered greatly due to Covid-19 and many are still unable to get back on their feet.
One of the key message the stakeholders are hoping to push is how to grow the sector for long term sustainability and to discuss this further, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Billy Monama - Musician, Researcher and Author
Guest: Amy Shelver - Strategic Advisor - SA Cultural Observatory
Yesterday, the Black Management Forum held its annual conference under the theme: Realising a Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Future. In light of this theme, we want to discuss the state of black management in corporate South Africa given the recent developments in public (failure of SOEs) and private sector (Dischem) that placed a spotlight on out employment policies. We are also seeing a lot of black mid-level professionals leaving the country to plough their trade abroad. To find out where we are as a country when it comes to the issue of broad-based black economic empowerment under the current setup, and
also is it being achieved and what are the challenges, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Tabea Kabinde - Chair for the Commission of Employment Equity
Guest: Monde Ndlovu - Consultant at the African Leadership Development
Guest: Nonku Mahole - Deputy Chairperson of the Research and Policy Committee at the Black Management Forum
Yesterday, the Black Management Forum held its annual conference under the theme: Realising a Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Future. In light of this theme, we want to discuss the state of black management in corporate South Africa given the recent developments in public (failure of SOEs) and private sector (Dischem) that placed a spotlight on out employment policies. We are also seeing a lot of black mid-level professionals leaving the country to plough their trade abroad. To find out where we are as a country when it comes to the issue of broad-based black economic empowerment under the current setup, and
also is it being achieved and what are the challenges, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Tabea Kabinde - Chair for the Commission of Employment Equity
Guest: Monde Ndlovu - Consultant at the African Leadership Development
Guest: Nonku Mahole - Deputy Chairperson of the Research and Policy Committee at the Black Management Forum
As most of the attention is turned towards the Zama Zamas in Krugersdorp, my team has been receiving calls that the problem is also growing the in the Sekhukhune area. Apparently people in that part of the world are digging for chrome illegally even in their yards. So we thought to go there in an effort to find out what is fulling it. Let’s welcome now to someone who faces and fights with the Zama Zamas in that part of the world…
Guest: Taeya Stephen Hlongwa - A coordinator of artisanal miners for the Limpopo Province (Sekhukhune Region)
As most of the attention is turned towards the Zama Zamas in Krugersdorp, my team has been receiving calls that the problem is also growing the in the Sekhukhune area. Apparently people in that part of the world are digging for chrome illegally even in their yards. So we thought to go there in an effort to find out what is fulling it. Let’s welcome now to someone who faces and fights with the Zama Zamas in that part of the world…
Guest: Taeya Stephen Hlongwa - A coordinator of artisanal miners for the Limpopo Province (Sekhukhune Region)
The COVID-19 pandemic not only heightened our awareness on mental health but shed a spotlight of our predisposition towards pre-existing trauma that we have not dealt with as a society. In the next few weeks, we pause and reflect on how we can gain the tools and skills for a trauma-responsive approach to life. How do we reset our perspective towards trauma in a way that acknowledges that we have all experienced it?
In today's session, we unpack the symptoms of trauma and establish the different clusters of trauma experiences. We also unpack what are the strategies we need to follow when it comes to trauma-responsiveness and the guiding principles that help us reset our perspective on life.
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi - Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership
The COVID-19 pandemic not only heightened our awareness on mental health but shed a spotlight of our predisposition towards pre-existing trauma that we have not dealt with as a society. In the next few weeks, we pause and reflect on how we can gain the tools and skills for a trauma-responsive approach to life. How do we reset our perspective towards trauma in a way that acknowledges that we have all experienced it?
In today's session, we unpack the symptoms of trauma and establish the different clusters of trauma experiences. We also unpack what are the strategies we need to follow when it comes to trauma-responsiveness and the guiding principles that help us reset our perspective on life.
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi - Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership
Kenya yesterday (Wednesday) deployed its first peacekeepers to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo where local troops are fighting a rebel insurgency. Kenya's defence forces have been deploying logistical support systems since September in readiness for the planned operations against the M23 rebels. The contingent first mission will be recapturing the border city that was seized by the M23 in June. The east Africa community agreed on a troop deployment to combat rebels early this year. DRC has accused Rwanda of supporting the M23 group, Kigali has denied those accusations.
Guest: Nixon Katembo – African Affairs analyst & language specialist at Channel Africa KiSwahili desk
Kenya yesterday (Wednesday) deployed its first peacekeepers to the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo where local troops are fighting a rebel insurgency. Kenya's defence forces have been deploying logistical support systems since September in readiness for the planned operations against the M23 rebels. The contingent first mission will be recapturing the border city that was seized by the M23 in June. The east Africa community agreed on a troop deployment to combat rebels early this year. DRC has accused Rwanda of supporting the M23 group, Kigali has denied those accusations.
Guest: Nixon Katembo – African Affairs analyst & language specialist at Channel Africa KiSwahili desk
The COVID-19 pandemic not only heightened our awareness on mental health but shed a spotlight of our predisposition towards pre-existing trauma that we have not dealt with as a society. In the next few weeks, we pause and reflect on how we can gain the tools and skills for a trauma-informed approach to life. How do we reset our perspective towards trauma in a way that acknowledges that we have all experienced it? In today’s discussion, we continue to unpack the impact of complex trauma on the body and the mind.
Guest(studio): Nomfundo Mogapi - Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership
The COVID-19 pandemic not only heightened our awareness on mental health but shed a spotlight of our predisposition towards pre-existing trauma that we have not dealt with as a society. In the next few weeks, we pause and reflect on how we can gain the tools and skills for a trauma-informed approach to life. How do we reset our perspective towards trauma in a way that acknowledges that we have all experienced it? In today’s discussion, we continue to unpack the impact of complex trauma on the body and the mind.
Guest(studio): Nomfundo Mogapi - Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership
Yesterday (Wed), the ANC in Johannesburg held a media briefing where they said that they were exposing poor service delivery issues they discovered when they took over during the time Executive Mayor Mpho Phalatse was ousted. They go on to say that the City is in a terrible financial which they claim the DA has been hiding.
Guest: Sasabona Manganye - Regional Secretary for the ANC in Greater Johannesburg
Yesterday (Wed), the ANC in Johannesburg held a media briefing where they said that they were exposing poor service delivery issues they discovered when they took over during the time Executive Mayor Mpho Phalatse was ousted. They go on to say that the City is in a terrible financial which they claim the DA has been hiding.
Guest: Sasabona Manganye - Regional Secretary for the ANC in Greater Johannesburg
This past Saturday the 29th of October marked World Stroke Day. So we thought to use this opportunity today to talk about some of the causes of stroke and the age one can get a stroke. The perception is that it is something that occurs most to the elderly. Some of the stats say that two South Africans suffer a stroke every 10 minutes of every day. To educate us more on this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Patty Francis - President of the Neurological Association of South Africa
This past Saturday the 29th of October marked World Stroke Day. So we thought to use this opportunity today to talk about some of the causes of stroke and the age one can get a stroke. The perception is that it is something that occurs most to the elderly. Some of the stats say that two South Africans suffer a stroke every 10 minutes of every day. To educate us more on this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Patty Francis - President of the Neurological Association of South Africa
Drug abuse in South Africa is a social ill that impacts our communities, not only the individuals who are dependent on narcotics use. According to the Global State of Harm Reduction report, South Africa has the biggest market for methamphetamine which is the core ingredient for Tik and crystal meth. Other drugs that have been flagged as on the rise are opioids which is the core ingredient for nyaope and wonga. While the government is beginning to consider policy changes towards less punitive measures in the form of the National Drug Master Plan (2019-2024), we still have not made a shift in perspective surrounding drugs and how to support people who use drugs within communities. There have been calls made by experts for the government to consider harm reduction as an approach to not only address substance abuse but bolster rehabilitation services while reducing health risks.
Guest: Shaun Shelley - Director of Drug Policy at the TB/HIV Care
Guest: Dr. Andrew Scheibe (Medical Doctor) - Researcher at the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Pretoria
Drug abuse in South Africa is a social ill that impacts our communities, not only the individuals who are dependent on narcotics use. According to the Global State of Harm Reduction report, South Africa has the biggest market for methamphetamine which is the core ingredient for Tik and crystal meth. Other drugs that have been flagged as on the rise are opioids which is the core ingredient for nyaope and wonga. While the government is beginning to consider policy changes towards less punitive measures in the form of the National Drug Master Plan (2019-2024), we still have not made a shift in perspective surrounding drugs and how to support people who use drugs within communities. There have been calls made by experts for the government to consider harm reduction as an approach to not only address substance abuse but bolster rehabilitation services while reducing health risks.
Guest: Shaun Shelley - Director of Drug Policy at the TB/HIV Care
Guest: Dr. Andrew Scheibe (Medical Doctor) - Researcher at the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Pretoria
This morning we take you down to the Dawid Kruiper municipality. It’s situated in Upington and the reason we are talking to them is that the area is still using the bucket toilet system and also residents complaining about of unclean drinking water. About two weeks ago, President Cyril Ramaphosa took his Presidential Imbizo there with promises of improving unemployment and service delivery. To tell us more on the turnaround strategy, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Henk Opperman – DA Councillor at the Dawid Kruiper Municipality
Guest:
Guest: Michael Segede - Mayor of the Dawid Kruiper Municipality in the Northern Cape
Focus: Lionel is going to talk to us about Garnishing orders and what they are all about. What should you understand about them? He now joins us in studio to educate us on the subject…
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Focus: Lionel is going to talk to us about Garnishing orders and what they are all about. What should you understand about them? He now joins us in studio to educate us on the subject…
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Focus: Bryan revisits the importance of a Life File in the event of your death, to help wind up your estate and the difficulties faced by Executors. He will also briefly touch on the medium-term budget and how it effects the individual.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
This morning we take you down to the Dawid Kruiper municipality. It’s situated in Upington and the reason we are talking to them is that the area is still using the bucket toilet system and also residents complaining about of unclean drinking water. About two weeks ago, President Cyril Ramaphosa took his Presidential Imbizo there with promises of improving unemployment and service delivery. To tell us more on the turnaround strategy, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Henk Opperman – DA Councillor at the Dawid Kruiper Municipality
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Guest: Michael Segede - Mayor of the Dawid Kruiper Municipality in the Northern Cape
The Minister of Defence answered a written question from the Democratic Alliance surrounding the sale of ammunition from ARMSCOR to the Russian Federation and the likelihood of those arms being used in the ongoing Ukrainian war. In the Minister's response, Hon. Thandi Modise stated that the arms company is still allowed to pursue commercial opportunities with her approval as long as it followed appropriate legislation. However, the position is in direct conflict with DIRCO's official position of neutrality. This could lead to secondary sanctions on the country and risk the local arms industry. To unpack these developments, we are joined by…
Guest: Helmoed Heitman - Independent Defence Analyst
The Minister of Defence answered a written question from the Democratic Alliance surrounding the sale of ammunition from ARMSCOR to the Russian Federation and the likelihood of those arms being used in the ongoing Ukrainian war. In the Minister's response, Hon. Thandi Modise stated that the arms company is still allowed to pursue commercial opportunities with her approval as long as it followed appropriate legislation. However, the position is in direct conflict with DIRCO's official position of neutrality. This could lead to secondary sanctions on the country and risk the local arms industry. To unpack these developments, we are joined by…
Guest: Helmoed Heitman - Independent Defence Analyst
country, advising them to avoid Sandton and large gatherings. Cyril Ramaphosa, the country's president, issued a statement assuring the public that there was no imminent threat of a terror attack, and he mentioned that US intelligence failed to communicate with the country's intelligence. However, reports emerged over the weekend that possible meetings between the two countries intelligence services may have taken place, which ended on a sour note when the US failed to provide intelligence evidence. We take a moment to unpack the possible diplomatic ramifications between the two countries, as we understand the politics between Washington and Pretoria and what all of this means for “brand South Africa” in the global landscape. We are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof. John Stremlau – Associate Director of International Relations at the Rockefeller Foundation
Guest: Tebogo Khaas – Founder and chair of Public Interest SA
Guest: Joint standing committee on Intelligence TBC
country, advising them to avoid Sandton and large gatherings. Cyril Ramaphosa, the country's president, issued a statement assuring the public that there was no imminent threat of a terror attack, and he mentioned that US intelligence failed to communicate with the country's intelligence. However, reports emerged over the weekend that possible meetings between the two countries intelligence services may have taken place, which ended on a sour note when the US failed to provide intelligence evidence. We take a moment to unpack the possible diplomatic ramifications between the two countries, as we understand the politics between Washington and Pretoria and what all of this means for “brand South Africa” in the global landscape. We are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof. John Stremlau – Associate Director of International Relations at the Rockefeller Foundation
Guest: Tebogo Khaas – Founder and chair of Public Interest SA
Guest: Joint standing committee on Intelligence TBC
Tomorrow (Tuesday) President Cyril Ramaphosa will be hosting the second Presidential Summit on Gender-based Violence and Femicide. The first summit in 2018 was in response to the 24 demands submitted by the #TheTotalShutdown Intersectional Woman’s Movement. So ahead of this summit, we thought to take a critical look at GBV summits through the eyes of male gender activists. Seeing that men are mostly at the centre of GBV and femicide in this country, as far as they are concerned, do summits of this nature yield any fruits? Are they preaching to the right people? As men, how they believe the scourge of GBV can be better dealt with?
Guest: Themba Masango – Secretary-General of #NotInMyNameSA
Guest: Daddy Kunene – Public Relations Officer of Dads in the Picture
Guest: Government guest TBC (I’ve asked for a man)
Tomorrow (Tuesday) President Cyril Ramaphosa will be hosting the second Presidential Summit on Gender-based Violence and Femicide. The first summit in 2018 was in response to the 24 demands submitted by the #TheTotalShutdown Intersectional Woman’s Movement. So ahead of this summit, we thought to take a critical look at GBV summits through the eyes of male gender activists. Seeing that men are mostly at the centre of GBV and femicide in this country, as far as they are concerned, do summits of this nature yield any fruits? Are they preaching to the right people? As men, how they believe the scourge of GBV can be better dealt with?
Guest: Themba Masango – Secretary-General of #NotInMyNameSA
Guest: Daddy Kunene – Public Relations Officer of Dads in the Picture
Guest: Government guest TBC (I’ve asked for a man)
The South African Democratic Teacher’s Union is calling on Eskom to suspend load-shedding in an effort to protect the integrity of the 2022 matric exams which are starting today (Monday). The Department of Basic Education did try, but Eskom said that it was simply impossible to do that as schools and exam centres within communities and not possible to isolate. To get SADTU’s views on this issue,
Guest: Mugwena Maluleke – SADTU’s general secretary
The South African Democratic Teacher’s Union is calling on Eskom to suspend load-shedding in an effort to protect the integrity of the 2022 matric exams which are starting today (Monday). The Department of Basic Education did try, but Eskom said that it was simply impossible to do that as schools and exam centres within communities and not possible to isolate. To get SADTU’s views on this issue,
Guest: Mugwena Maluleke – SADTU’s general secretary
Guest: Mariette Liefferink - Chief Executive Officer of the Federation for Sustainable Environment
Guest: Willem Meintjies - Manager of the Engineering and Geohazards Unit at the Council of Geosciences
Guest: Mariette Liefferink - Chief Executive Officer of the Federation for Sustainable Environment
Guest: Willem Meintjies - Manager of the Engineering and Geohazards Unit at the Council of Geosciences
Last week, the Moroccan government blasted South Africa for their continued support for the independence of Western Sahara. President Cyril Ramaphosa offered his government's "unapologetic" backing for the partially recognised Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) in Western Sahara during a state visit. President Ramaphosa joined President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana in an official letter with Mr. Brahim Ghali earlier this month. At the back of this, one of our guests, Ganief Hendricks from the Al-Jamah Party has written an opinion piece highlighting the fact that the term of office of the Referendum Committee that was set up by the UN is expiring at the end of October this year. He says that this could lead to the beginning of the armed struggle, as the issue seems to be ignored. For a perspective on this, and also what is actually going on and who the role-players are, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Ganief Hendricks – Leader of the Al- Jamah Party
Last week, the Moroccan government blasted South Africa for their continued support for the independence of Western Sahara. President Cyril Ramaphosa offered his government's "unapologetic" backing for the partially recognised Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) in Western Sahara during a state visit. President Ramaphosa joined President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana in an official letter with Mr. Brahim Ghali earlier this month. At the back of this, one of our guests, Ganief Hendricks from the Al-Jamah Party has written an opinion piece highlighting the fact that the term of office of the Referendum Committee that was set up by the UN is expiring at the end of October this year. He says that this could lead to the beginning of the armed struggle, as the issue seems to be ignored. For a perspective on this, and also what is actually going on and who the role-players are, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Ganief Hendricks – Leader of the Al- Jamah Party
Last week Friday, Retired deputy chief justice Dikgang Moseneke was speaking at a fundraising function organised by the South African National Editors Forum where he spoke of the state of the country. He described how government has failed the people on the ground and in the process betrayed the struggle against apartheid. He goes on to say that they have failed to empower the masses. For a perspective on this and also to pick up on what Moseneke had to say and how real it is,
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla – Former South African Statestician General
Last week Friday, Retired deputy chief justice Dikgang Moseneke was speaking at a fundraising function organised by the South African National Editors Forum where he spoke of the state of the country. He described how government has failed the people on the ground and in the process betrayed the struggle against apartheid. He goes on to say that they have failed to empower the masses. For a perspective on this and also to pick up on what Moseneke had to say and how real it is,
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla – Former South African Statestician General
Guest (studio): Dr Mpoti Seboka - Rheumatologist
Guest (studio): Pontso Moiloa - The Lupus Drive
Guest (studio): Nande Matanzima - Lupus survivor
Focus: Lupus is a chronic (long-term) disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of your body. It’s an autoimmune disease, which means that your immune system attacks healthy tissue instead.
Guest (studio): Dr Mpoti Seboka - Rheumatologist
Guest (studio): Pontso Moiloa - The Lupus Drive
Guest (studio): Nande Matanzima - Lupus survivor
Focus: Lupus is a chronic (long-term) disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of your body. It’s an autoimmune disease, which means that your immune system attacks healthy tissue instead.
Guest (OB): Danga Mughogho - Programme Manager: Well-Governed Cities at SA Cities Network
Focus: Cities are spaces where people come together to share experiences, engage social interactions and to shape new systems. They are places of social, economic and political opportunities. In South Africa, two-thirds of the population live in urban areas and cities are central to development. Cities have become the forefront of the country’s economic, social, environmental and cultural life. The SACN Urban Festival will reflect on what needs to happen over the next 20 years to achieve liveable, safe, resource-efficient cities and towns. In this panel, we discuss the progress being made in cities when it comes to governance and financial management to advance a transformative urban agenda. We are joined by…
Guest (OB): Danga Mughogho - Programme Manager: Well-Governed Cities at SA Cities Network
Focus: Cities are spaces where people come together to share experiences, engage social interactions and to shape new systems. They are places of social, economic and political opportunities. In South Africa, two-thirds of the population live in urban areas and cities are central to development. Cities have become the forefront of the country’s economic, social, environmental and cultural life. The SACN Urban Festival will reflect on what needs to happen over the next 20 years to achieve liveable, safe, resource-efficient cities and towns. In this panel, we discuss the progress being made in cities when it comes to governance and financial management to advance a transformative urban agenda. We are joined by…
Guest: Sithole Mbanga - CEO of the SA Cities Network
Focus: Throughout the month of October, the United Nations Habitat has commemorated Urban Month in a bid to raise awareness on building sustainable city development. Around the world, events are being held to address the challenges facing cities and the SA Cities Network’s Urban Festival is one of the recognized events on the global calendar. It is under the theme: 31 Days for Promoting a better urban future. To help us link the challenges being faced in the global community to the SA context, we are joined by…
Guest: Sithole Mbanga - CEO of the SA Cities Network
Focus: Throughout the month of October, the United Nations Habitat has commemorated Urban Month in a bid to raise awareness on building sustainable city development. Around the world, events are being held to address the challenges facing cities and the SA Cities Network’s Urban Festival is one of the recognized events on the global calendar. It is under the theme: 31 Days for Promoting a better urban future. To help us link the challenges being faced in the global community to the SA context, we are joined by…
Guest (OB): Lindiwe Kwele: CEO of Gauteng Partnership Fund
Focus: Gauteng Partnership Fund is the lead partner of the 2022 Urban Festival. The SACN and GPF share a common objective of facilitating and enabling urban development and transformation in South African cities, focusing on advancing inclusive and sustainable human settlements. The GPF’s mandate was expanded from implementing social and affordable housing to raising the capital needed for Mega Projects and overseeing their implementation, as well as the upgrading of informal settlements programme (UISP) and the Rapid Land Release Programme (RLRP). The GPF has designed innovative solutions that afford adequate support to developers, while also ensuring financial integrity is maintained. The GPF is the preferred partner to government, property developers, as well as co-funding partners, thanks to its long track record of promoting economic empowerment by offering preferential rates to BBBEE accredited developers, a variety of attractive products, as well as the job creation, and local economic development spin-offs stimulated by its funded projects. Over the next five years, the agency is keen
to investigate alternative financing mechanisms, engineer capital-raising mechanisms in partnership with the private sector, strengthen its strategic partnerships with other state institutions, as well as continuously improve efficiencies in its loan book management.
Guest (OB): Lindiwe Kwele: CEO of Gauteng Partnership Fund
Focus: Gauteng Partnership Fund is the lead partner of the 2022 Urban Festival. The SACN and GPF share a common objective of facilitating and enabling urban development and transformation in South African cities, focusing on advancing inclusive and sustainable human settlements. The GPF’s mandate was expanded from implementing social and affordable housing to raising the capital needed for Mega Projects and overseeing their implementation, as well as the upgrading of informal settlements programme (UISP) and the Rapid Land Release Programme (RLRP). The GPF has designed innovative solutions that afford adequate support to developers, while also ensuring financial integrity is maintained. The GPF is the preferred partner to government, property developers, as well as co-funding partners, thanks to its long track record of promoting economic empowerment by offering preferential rates to BBBEE accredited developers, a variety of attractive products, as well as the job creation, and local economic development spin-offs stimulated by its funded projects. Over the next five years, the agency is keen
to investigate alternative financing mechanisms, engineer capital-raising mechanisms in partnership with the private sector, strengthen its strategic partnerships with other state institutions, as well as continuously improve efficiencies in its loan book management.
Guest (studio): Solly Phetoe – Deputy General Secretary of COSATU
Focus: Finance Minister, Enoch Godogwana will table the Mid-Term Budget Policy Statement this afternoon. We thought to use this opportunity to speak to Cosatu to get an understanding of what they would like to hear from the finance minister as they are part of unions demanding a wage increase from government..
Guest (studio): Solly Phetoe – Deputy General Secretary of COSATU
Focus: Finance Minister, Enoch Godogwana will table the Mid-Term Budget Policy Statement this afternoon. We thought to use this opportunity to speak to Cosatu to get an understanding of what they would like to hear from the finance minister as they are part of unions demanding a wage increase from government..
Guest : Thembi Nkadimeng - Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Focus: This morning, the South African Cities Network (SACN) celebrates its 20th anniversary as the custodian of South Africa’s urban story and research. To commemorate this occasion, it will host The Urban Festival under the theme: Transforming Cities Through Research & Practice. The three-day festival will be centred on five core themes ranging from Urban Governance, Municipal Finance and Climate Resilience to City Economies and Affordable Housing. The Urban festival will include key addresses, masterclasses, panel discussions and pledges to ensure that these dialogues shape action in cities. One of its keynote speakers addressing the delegates this morning will be the Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance. We are joined by…
Guest : Thembi Nkadimeng - Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Focus: This morning, the South African Cities Network (SACN) celebrates its 20th anniversary as the custodian of South Africa’s urban story and research. To commemorate this occasion, it will host The Urban Festival under the theme: Transforming Cities Through Research & Practice. The three-day festival will be centred on five core themes ranging from Urban Governance, Municipal Finance and Climate Resilience to City Economies and Affordable Housing. The Urban festival will include key addresses, masterclasses, panel discussions and pledges to ensure that these dialogues shape action in cities. One of its keynote speakers addressing the delegates this morning will be the Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance. We are joined by…
Focus: The private healthcare industry very much like other industries experiencing an evolution to how it conducts business due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Sector finds itself confronted with evolving patient needs and having to embrace and explore the ‘next-generation’ healthcare system that is patient-centric that co-creates value with the patient in collaboration with all actors in the entire healthcare continuum to better serve the needs of patients and their families. GEMS will host a symposium under the theme: Value co-creation for a patient-centric health system. A panel of experts will address the current changing environment of the healthcare sector, the views of healthcare providers, employees and members and how patient-centric services can create the needed collaboration between actors within the system to better service members and their families.
Guest: Dr Stanley Moloabi - Principal Executive Officer at Government Employees Medical Scheme
Focus: The private healthcare industry very much like other industries experiencing an evolution to how it conducts business due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Sector finds itself confronted with evolving patient needs and having to embrace and explore the ‘next-generation’ healthcare system that is patient-centric that co-creates value with the patient in collaboration with all actors in the entire healthcare continuum to better serve the needs of patients and their families. GEMS will host a symposium under the theme: Value co-creation for a patient-centric health system. A panel of experts will address the current changing environment of the healthcare sector, the views of healthcare providers, employees and members and how patient-centric services can create the needed collaboration between actors within the system to better service members and their families.
Guest: Dr Stanley Moloabi - Principal Executive Officer at Government Employees Medical Scheme
As it is the last Tuesday of the month, this hour of the programme is always devoted to answering questions that have been submitted toBryan during the month. He will pick out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday, the Minister of Transport along with investigative and road management bodies held a media briefing on the outcome of investigations into Driving Licensing and Testing Centers that have been implicated in corruption. During the briefing, it was announced that eighty-six arrests were made for fraud and theft during joint operations by the RTMC, the Hawks, the South African Revenue Services (SARS) and SIU. The Department of Transport has passed the National Road Traffic Amendment Bill to regulate driving schools and enable the Department of Transport to address their conduct. We want to unpack the role of driving schools in this case as they are often accused of being the corrupt middleman of these operations. To tell their side of the story,
Guest: Lazarus Mokwena - Spokesperson of the National Driving School Association of South Africa
The Lotus Gardens, Atteridgeville and Saulsville Civic Association is threatening a shutdown against the City of Tshwane wanting to install prepaid electric metres in their townships. They claim that the City is bullying and harassing those residents who don’t want these meters installed. The City on the other hand say that this is part of getting residents to pay for their outstanding bills which has contributed to Eskom shutting them down. So let’s use this opportunity to get both sides of the story in an effort to understand what is at the centre of the hostility
Guest: Tshepo Mahlangu - Executive Chairperson of the Lotus Gardens, Atteridgeville and Saulsville Civic Association
Guest: Peter Sutton – MMC for Finance in the City of Tshwane
The Lotus Gardens, Atteridgeville and Saulsville Civic Association is threatening a shutdown against the City of Tshwane wanting to install prepaid electric metres in their townships. They claim that the City is bullying and harassing those residents who don’t want these meters installed. The City on the other hand say that this is part of getting residents to pay for their outstanding bills which has contributed to Eskom shutting them down. So let’s use this opportunity to get both sides of the story in an effort to understand what is at the centre of the hostility
Guest: Tshepo Mahlangu - Executive Chairperson of the Lotus Gardens, Atteridgeville and Saulsville Civic Association
Guest: Peter Sutton – MMC for Finance in the City of Tshwane
Yesterday, the Minister of Transport along with investigative and road management bodies held a media briefing on the outcome of investigations into Driving Licensing and Testing Centers that have been implicated in corruption. During the briefing, it was announced that eighty-six arrests were made for fraud and theft during joint operations by the RTMC, the Hawks, the South African Revenue Services (SARS) and SIU. The Department of Transport has passed the National Road Traffic Amendment Bill to regulate driving schools and enable the Department of Transport to address their conduct. We want to unpack the role of driving schools in this case as they are often accused of being the corrupt middleman of these operations. To tell their side of the story,
Guest: Lazarus Mokwena - Spokesperson of the National Driving School Association of South Africa
In the social media era, public forums have been become a platform where individuals and companies are being held accountable for overstepping acceptable social norms. The practice of cancel culture is problematic because of the way in which the people behind these public platforms cancels people, rendering them cut off from society, as a punishment for what they have said or done. This falls into the category of retributive justice. Often, when a person is cancelled, there is little or no chance of them one finding a way back. What are the limitations of cancel culture after justice has prevailed and those cancelled have served their time. Is there redemption after society disengages your work?
Guest: Nolwazi Tusini - Gender Activist
Guest: Tshiamo Malatji -Social Commentator and Community Organizer
In the social media era, public forums have been become a platform where individuals and companies are being held accountable for overstepping acceptable social norms. The practice of cancel culture is problematic because of the way in which the people behind these public platforms cancels people, rendering them cut off from society, as a punishment for what they have said or done. This falls into the category of retributive justice. Often, when a person is cancelled, there is little or no chance of them one finding a way back. What are the limitations of cancel culture after justice has prevailed and those cancelled have served their time. Is there redemption after society disengages your work?
Guest: Nolwazi Tusini - Gender Activist
Guest: Tshiamo Malatji -Social Commentator and Community Organizer
We speak now to Professor Tumai Murombo from Wits. He recently held a lecture questioning the validity of the National Water Act 32 of 1998. This Act has been praised as a ground-breaking law setting a global standard for countries that seek to transform their environmental laws and water governance regimes. But Professor Murombe points out something very interesting about how this Act is actually not doing much for the historically disadvantaged individuals who he says continue to struggle to access water. He points out the lack of transformation around this Act and to educate us on this, he now joins us via Zoom.....
Guest: Professor Tumai Murombo - Professor of Law at Wits University and former Director of the Mandela Institute of Law
We speak now to Professor Tumai Murombo from Wits. He recently held a lecture questioning the validity of the National Water Act 32 of 1998. This Act has been praised as a ground-breaking law setting a global standard for countries that seek to transform their environmental laws and water governance regimes. But Professor Murombe points out something very interesting about how this Act is actually not doing much for the historically disadvantaged individuals who he says continue to struggle to access water. He points out the lack of transformation around this Act and to educate us on this, he now joins us via Zoom.....
Guest: Professor Tumai Murombo - Professor of Law at Wits University and former Director of the Mandela Institute of Law
Focus: SANPARKS has worked alongside scientists and ecologists to address low animal population numbers within its national parks. The Kruger National Park has partnered with Endangered Wildlife Trust in rehabilitating animal populations on the endangered species list and preventing the excintion of Carnivores such as hyenas, leopards and lions in southern Africa. One of the species in focus is their Carnivores Programme is the Wild Dog.
Guest: Grant Beverly - Programme Manager at the Endangered Wildlife Trust
Guest: Dr. Louis van Schalkwyk - State Veterinarian
Focus: SANPARKS has worked alongside scientists and ecologists to address low animal population numbers within its national parks. The Kruger National Park has partnered with Endangered Wildlife Trust in rehabilitating animal populations on the endangered species list and preventing the excintion of Carnivores such as hyenas, leopards and lions in southern Africa. One of the species in focus is their Carnivores Programme is the Wild Dog.
Guest: Grant Beverly - Programme Manager at the Endangered Wildlife Trust
Guest: Dr. Louis van Schalkwyk - State Veterinarian
Our next guest hails from Bushbuckridge and made his break into the industry 30 years ago. He has become a legendary Tsonga disco artist and has worked alongside the late Robbie Malinga, Carlos, Pensele and Avelin Modlana. He is inspired by Peta Teanet, the late Paul Ndlovu and Papa Penny.
Guest: Dr. Chris Mkhonto - Musician
Our next guest hails from Bushbuckridge and made his break into the industry 30 years ago. He has become a legendary Tsonga disco artist and has worked alongside the late Robbie Malinga, Carlos, Pensele and Avelin Modlana. He is inspired by Peta Teanet, the late Paul Ndlovu and Papa Penny.
Guest: Dr. Chris Mkhonto - Musician
There is a misconception on the Kruger National Park's capacity to look after more elephants and the challenges the park would face when it comes to conserving biodiversity or water availability for the rest of the park's ecosystem. Our next guests will shed light on the best practices surrounding managing and predicting changes within the populations at the park.
Guest: Danie Pienaar - Head of Conservation: Elephant Management at the Kruger National Park
Guest: Dr Danny Govender - Acting Managing Executive: Elephant Management at the Kruger National Park
There is a misconception on the Kruger National Park's capacity to look after more elephants and the challenges the park would face when it comes to conserving biodiversity or water availability for the rest of the park's ecosystem. Our next guests will shed light on the best practices surrounding managing and predicting changes within the populations at the park.
Guest: Danie Pienaar - Head of Conservation: Elephant Management at the Kruger National Park
Guest: Dr Danny Govender - Acting Managing Executive: Elephant Management at the Kruger National Park
Earlier this week, the World Health Organization commemorated World Trauma Day and emphasizes the importance of saving and protecting human life. The COVID-19 pandemic not only heightened our awareness on mental health but shed a spotlight of our predisposition towards pre-existing trauma that we have not dealt with as a society. In the next few weeks, we pause and reflect on how we can gain the tools and skills for a trauma-informed approach to life. How do we reset our perspective towards trauma in a way that acknowledges that we have all experienced it? In today's discussion, we unpack the impact of trauma in our daily experiences and how we begin to navigate wounded contexts in society: in the workplace, our homes, our schools, our churches, and our communities. We ask the candid question: How do we recognize what has happened to us? We are joined by…
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi - Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership, on Trauma and Woundedness
Earlier this week, the World Health Organization commemorated World Trauma Day and emphasizes the importance of saving and protecting human life. The COVID-19 pandemic not only heightened our awareness on mental health but shed a spotlight of our predisposition towards pre-existing trauma that we have not dealt with as a society. In the next few weeks, we pause and reflect on how we can gain the tools and skills for a trauma-informed approach to life. How do we reset our perspective towards trauma in a way that acknowledges that we have all experienced it? In today's discussion, we unpack the impact of trauma in our daily experiences and how we begin to navigate wounded contexts in society: in the workplace, our homes, our schools, our churches, and our communities. We ask the candid question: How do we recognize what has happened to us? We are joined by…
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi - Centre for Mental Wellness and Leadership, on Trauma and Woundedness
According to our next guest, the measures that have included in the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill would limit the freedom of speech and criminalize protected speech. She also argues that the measures within the bill do not follow the guidelines of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. The Bill is currently before Parliament's Committee for Justice after going through public comment and public hearings process. To help us unpack these concerns, we are joined by...
Guest: Tyla Dallas - Manager of Constitutional Programmes at the FW de Klerk Foundation
According to our next guest, the measures that have included in the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill would limit the freedom of speech and criminalize protected speech. She also argues that the measures within the bill do not follow the guidelines of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. The Bill is currently before Parliament's Committee for Justice after going through public comment and public hearings process. To help us unpack these concerns, we are joined by...
Guest: Tyla Dallas - Manager of Constitutional Programmes at the FW de Klerk Foundation
Youth leaders in Uganda’s National Resistance Movement have endorsed President Yoweri Museveni as their preferred candidate for the 2026 elections. But reports indicate that another section of the youth are endorsing his son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba. Some commentators feel that this won’t make difference whether the father or son stays in power is the control will still be in the same family. To look at what is keeping the Museveni’s in power and also some of the other African countries where the same family stays in power, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Izak Khomo – African political analyst
Youth leaders in Uganda’s National Resistance Movement have endorsed President Yoweri Museveni as their preferred candidate for the 2026 elections. But reports indicate that another section of the youth are endorsing his son, General Muhoozi Kainerugaba. Some commentators feel that this won’t make difference whether the father or son stays in power is the control will still be in the same family. To look at what is keeping the Museveni’s in power and also some of the other African countries where the same family stays in power, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Izak Khomo – African political analyst
Last week, we discussed the importance of language equity when it comes to the use of our indigenous languages. One of the areas where language inequity still exists is in the publication of children’s books. Only 2% of commercial publishing is produced in local languages. Academics have argued that representation and resonance is an important tool in the literacy and learning journey. Educational psychologists have raised concerns that children’s self-perception has been negatively impacted due to the lack of accessibility to books in their home languages.
Guest: Yamkela Tywakadi - Publisher at Blank Page Books
Guest: Seago Maapola - Educational Psychologist
Last week, we discussed the importance of language equity when it comes to the use of our indigenous languages. One of the areas where language inequity still exists is in the publication of children’s books. Only 2% of commercial publishing is produced in local languages. Academics have argued that representation and resonance is an important tool in the literacy and learning journey. Educational psychologists have raised concerns that children’s self-perception has been negatively impacted due to the lack of accessibility to books in their home languages.
Guest: Yamkela Tywakadi - Publisher at Blank Page Books
Guest: Seago Maapola - Educational Psychologist
Focus: According to medical journals, tuberculosis (TB) is a respiratory disease whereby infectious bacteria attacks the lungs at first and spreads further to other parts of the body. South Africa has the eight highest prevalence rate of tuberculosis in the world and forms part of the 95% disease burden, globally. While local experts acknowledge that more funding is being allocated to TB-related facilities and resources, the high mortality rate that’s linked co-infection to HIV/AIDS still creates challenges such as social stigma and patients not completing their medication for recovery.
Guest: Prof. Keertan Dheda - Director of the Centre for Lung Infection and Immunity at the University of Cape Town
Focus: According to medical journals, tuberculosis (TB) is a respiratory disease whereby infectious bacteria attacks the lungs at first and spreads further to other parts of the body. South Africa has the eight highest prevalence rate of tuberculosis in the world and forms part of the 95% disease burden, globally. While local experts acknowledge that more funding is being allocated to TB-related facilities and resources, the high mortality rate that’s linked co-infection to HIV/AIDS still creates challenges such as social stigma and patients not completing their medication for recovery.
Guest: Prof. Keertan Dheda - Director of the Centre for Lung Infection and Immunity at the University of Cape Town
Samsung recently celebrated the graduation of the third cohort of 18 graduates from its Apprentice Factory Internship Programme, otherwise known as the App Factory. The App Factory is in partnership with the Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct. Here to tell us more about it is Hlubi Shivanda, who is Director for Business Innovation Group and Corporate Affairs at Samsung.
Guest: Hlubi Shivanda - Director of Business Operations and Innovations & Corporate Affairs at SAMSUNG
Samsung recently celebrated the graduation of the third cohort of 18 graduates from its Apprentice Factory Internship Programme, otherwise known as the App Factory. The App Factory is in partnership with the Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct. Here to tell us more about it is Hlubi Shivanda, who is Director for Business Innovation Group and Corporate Affairs at Samsung.
Guest: Hlubi Shivanda - Director of Business Operations and Innovations & Corporate Affairs at SAMSUNG
Christian Martin describes himself as a Khoi and San activist. He has brought to our attention how the country’s Employment Equity is excluding his community. He has sent us an ad of a post proof of a post for the Commission on Khoi-San Matters, but ironically it excludes them from applying. Christian Martin now joins us on the line to talk about this issue and the possible legal action they may take in an effort to freeze the post…
Guest: Christian Martin – Khoi-San activistGuest: Mashwahle Diphofa – DG in the Department of Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs (TBC)
Christian Martin describes himself as a Khoi and San activist. He has brought to our attention how the country’s Employment Equity is excluding his community. He has sent us an ad of a post proof of a post for the Commission on Khoi-San Matters, but ironically it excludes them from applying. Christian Martin now joins us on the line to talk about this issue and the possible legal action they may take in an effort to freeze the post…
Guest: Christian Martin – Khoi-San activistGuest: Mashwahle Diphofa – DG in the Department of Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs (TBC)
What is the turnaround strategy? Amathole District Municipality comes under thespotlight as the Hawks raided their offices over the weekend. The municipality has been marred in controversy over theyears with allegations of corruption, mismanagement, unhappiness from the workers and the list goes on. They were also in the news when a video of councillor Nanziwe Rulashe was dragged out by security personal. The municipality has since appointed new leadership, but reports of financial scandals keep emerging. To look at where the municipality is currently and what changes the new leadership is hoping to bring, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Anele Ntsangani - Executive Mayor of the Amathole District Municipality
Guest: Luzuko Yelezo – SAMWU’S Provincial Secretary in the Eastern Cape
What is the turnaround strategy? Amathole District Municipality comes under thespotlight as the Hawks raided their offices over the weekend. The municipality has been marred in controversy over theyears with allegations of corruption, mismanagement, unhappiness from the workers and the list goes on. They were also in the news when a video of councillor Nanziwe Rulashe was dragged out by security personal. The municipality has since appointed new leadership, but reports of financial scandals keep emerging. To look at where the municipality is currently and what changes the new leadership is hoping to bring, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Anele Ntsangani - Executive Mayor of the Amathole District Municipality
Guest: Luzuko Yelezo – SAMWU’S Provincial Secretary in the Eastern Cape
This morning, Lionel will be dealing having the right mind-set to bring in financial abundance…
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
This morning, Lionel will be dealing having the right mind-set to bring in financial abundance…
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Bryan is taking us through the do's and don't ofstarting your financial journey. He now joins us in studio to educate us on the subject…
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch,
Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Treasury on SRD Grants This morning, community organizations are taking tothe streets to march for the social distress grant to be converted to a basic income grant. A memorandum of demands will be handed over to officials which include the conversion on the SRD grant to a basic income grant. This protest will be taking place outside National Treasury ahead of the medium-term budget policy statement that is set to take place next week. To tell us more on why they are pressing so hard on this issue
Guest: Thabisile Miya - amandla.mobi Community Engagement Officer
Treasury on SRD Grants This morning, community organizations are taking tothe streets to march for the social distress grant to be converted to a basic income grant. A memorandum of demands will be handed over to officials which include the conversion on the SRD grant to a basic income grant. This protest will be taking place outside National Treasury ahead of the medium-term budget policy statement that is set to take place next week. To tell us more on why they are pressing so hard on this issue
Guest: Thabisile Miya - amandla.mobi Community Engagement Officer
Over the weekend, there was outrage surrounding labour equity at one the country's biggest pharmaceutical retailers: Dischem. In a leaked letter, CEO Ivan Saltzmann outlined the company's intent to have a moratorium on employment and promotion of staff at management level. The company sought to address transformation as their employment equity profile had fallen short in a review dating back in September 2022. The company is also undergoing this moratorium to avoid being fined for noncompliance by the Department of Labour and Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The company has stood by its letter and intends to move ahead despite court challenges being brought against them by the trade union, Solidarity. Solidariteit also called for their members to boycott the retailer. To help us unpack this matter,
Guest: Michael Bagraims - Labour Lawyer at Bagraims Attorneys
Over the weekend, there was outrage surrounding labour equity at one the country's biggest pharmaceutical retailers: Dischem. In a leaked letter, CEO Ivan Saltzmann outlined the company's intent to have a moratorium on employment and promotion of staff at management level. The company sought to address transformation as their employment equity profile had fallen short in a review dating back in September 2022. The company is also undergoing this moratorium to avoid being fined for noncompliance by the Department of Labour and Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The company has stood by its letter and intends to move ahead despite court challenges being brought against them by the trade union, Solidarity. Solidariteit also called for their members to boycott the retailer. To help us unpack this matter,
Guest: Michael Bagraims - Labour Lawyer at Bagraims Attorneys
Today marks the day slain anti-apartheid activist, Ashley Kriel was born. He is described by many as very brave and one of the most influential and feared activists in Bonteheuwel, a township in the Western Cape. A member of Mkhoto Wesizwe, he was killed by the then South African police in what is described as very brutal as they wanted to make sure that he’s dead. This happened on the 9th of July in 1987 when he was 20-years of age. Even mourners were harassed at his funeral. To share some of the memories of Ashley Kriel and the role he played in the fight against apartheid
Guest: Michel Assure – Ashley Kriel’s older sister
Guest: Irma Titus – Active community builder in Bonteheuwel
Today marks the day slain anti-apartheid activist, Ashley Kriel was born. He is described by many as very brave and one of the most influential and feared activists in Bonteheuwel, a township in the Western Cape. A member of Mkhoto Wesizwe, he was killed by the then South African police in what is described as very brutal as they wanted to make sure that he’s dead. This happened on the 9th of July in 1987 when he was 20-years of age. Even mourners were harassed at his funeral. To share some of the memories of Ashley Kriel and the role he played in the fight against apartheid
Guest: Michel Assure – Ashley Kriel’s older sister
Guest: Irma Titus – Active community builder in Bonteheuwel
The Department of Human Settlements will be using this convening to seek solutions in response to the challenges of informality and what it means to upgrade informal settlements.To discuss this further, we are joined now by...
Guest: Mmamoloko Kubayi - Department of Human Settlements
The Department of Human Settlements will be using this convening to seek solutions in response to the challenges of informality and what it means to upgrade informal settlements.To discuss this further, we are joined now by...
Guest: Mmamoloko Kubayi - Department of Human Settlements
We are coming to you live this morning from the CSIR in Pretoria where the Human Settlements Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi is hosting the Executive Director of UN-Habitat, Maimunah Mohd Sharif. The department says that this is part of the Global Action Plan Framework on Informal Settlements and Slums aimed at accelerating Sustainable Development Goals and the New Urban Agenda.To discuss this further
Guest: Maimunah Mohd Sharif - Executive Director of UN-Habitat
We are coming to you live this morning from the CSIR in Pretoria where the Human Settlements Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi is hosting the Executive Director of UN-Habitat, Maimunah Mohd Sharif. The department says that this is part of the Global Action Plan Framework on Informal Settlements and Slums aimed at accelerating Sustainable Development Goals and the New Urban Agenda.To discuss this further
Guest: Maimunah Mohd Sharif - Executive Director of UN-Habitat
Earlier this week, Parliament’s Portfolio for Home Affairs adopted the Electoral Amendment Bill despite objections to the draft legislation. After a second session of public submissions, civil society organizations believe that their concerns have not been included in the adopted Bill and may create a constitutional crisis before the 2024 elections. As a result, a collective group has launched a campaign to lobby Members of Parliament to vote against the passing of the Bill. Parliament has until 10 December 2022 to pass the Electoral Amendment Bill after requesting an extension from the Constitutional Court. To help us unpack what happens next and what are the implications, we are joined by…
Guest: Letlhogonolo Letshele - Electoral Systems Researcher at My Vote Counts
Guest: Michael Atkin - Independent Elections Analyst
Earlier this week, Parliament’s Portfolio for Home Affairs adopted the Electoral Amendment Bill despite objections to the draft legislation. After a second session of public submissions, civil society organizations believe that their concerns have not been included in the adopted Bill and may create a constitutional crisis before the 2024 elections. As a result, a collective group has launched a campaign to lobby Members of Parliament to vote against the passing of the Bill. Parliament has until 10 December 2022 to pass the Electoral Amendment Bill after requesting an extension from the Constitutional Court. To help us unpack what happens next and what are the implications, we are joined by…
Guest: Letlhogonolo Letshele - Electoral Systems Researcher at My Vote Counts
Guest: Michael Atkin - Independent Elections Analyst
In two weeks’ time, Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana will be tabling the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. One of the key agenda items is the zero-rating of grocery items to alleviate the rise in the cost of food. Currently, only 21 basic food items are exempt from value-added tax and this list was last reviewed back in 2018. Whilst the opposition parties put the National Treasury under pressure for the past month, this intervention may not necessarily unburden poorer households. Experts are suggesting more targeted relief through direct cash transfers may help to keep food on the table for the foreseeable future.
Guest: Mervyn Abrahams - Executive Director of the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice & Dignity Group
In two weeks’ time, Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana will be tabling the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. One of the key agenda items is the zero-rating of grocery items to alleviate the rise in the cost of food. Currently, only 21 basic food items are exempt from value-added tax and this list was last reviewed back in 2018. Whilst the opposition parties put the National Treasury under pressure for the past month, this intervention may not necessarily unburden poorer households. Experts are suggesting more targeted relief through direct cash transfers may help to keep food on the table for the foreseeable future.
Guest: Mervyn Abrahams - Executive Director of the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice & Dignity Group
Our next guest is a neo-soul artist fusing art with activism. With influences including Prince, Laura Mvula, D’Angelo, Ntozake Shange and Janelle Monáe, Moonga wraps his diverse palette into a sound that incorporates R&B, funk, soul, hip hop, rock, and electronic styles. What captures audiences' ears are Moonga's poignant lyricism, emotive melodies, textured interiority, and authentic social activism.
Guest: Moonga Kapambwe - Musician
Our next guest is a neo-soul artist fusing art with activism. With influences including Prince, Laura Mvula, D’Angelo, Ntozake Shange and Janelle Monáe, Moonga wraps his diverse palette into a sound that incorporates R&B, funk, soul, hip hop, rock, and electronic styles. What captures audiences' ears are Moonga's poignant lyricism, emotive melodies, textured interiority, and authentic social activism.
Guest: Moonga Kapambwe - Musician
With the casualties continuing to rise in Russia’s months-long invasion of Ukraine, reporters in the field face a daily tightrope walk between getting the story and potentially getting killed. At least 14 journalists have already died in the conflict, which broke out when Russian troops invaded Ukraine back in February. For women in the field, there are additional factors to grapple with, not the least being judgment about their decision to be there in the first place.
Guest: Debra Patta - CBS News Foreign Correspondent
With the casualties continuing to rise in Russia’s months-long invasion of Ukraine, reporters in the field face a daily tightrope walk between getting the story and potentially getting killed. At least 14 journalists have already died in the conflict, which broke out when Russian troops invaded Ukraine back in February. For women in the field, there are additional factors to grapple with, not the least being judgment about their decision to be there in the first place.
Guest: Debra Patta - CBS News Foreign Correspondent
As the world is fast moving to the direction of the fourth Industrial Revolution which has changed so many things that affect our daily lives. Looking for a job these days has become so complicated, as it is depended on technology. It’s on this background that the Tshwane University of Technology will be hosting a National Dialogue on the Future of Work dedicated to addressing the most pressing and the most important issues that pertain to the changing nature of work in the 21st Century. Is South Africa ready seeing how many young people remain unemployed? T
Guest: Tshidiso Mohlomi - Senior Director: Institute of Future of Work at TUT
As the world is fast moving to the direction of the fourth Industrial Revolution which has changed so many things that affect our daily lives. Looking for a job these days has become so complicated, as it is depended on technology. It’s on this background that the Tshwane University of Technology will be hosting a National Dialogue on the Future of Work dedicated to addressing the most pressing and the most important issues that pertain to the changing nature of work in the 21st Century. Is South Africa ready seeing how many young people remain unemployed? T
Guest: Tshidiso Mohlomi - Senior Director: Institute of Future of Work at TUT
Our next guest is committed to building an umbrella body for independent candidates wanting to run for the 2024 elections. Contrary to reports that this party would become the black caucus currently exiting en-masse from the DA, he wants to build a centrist and non-racial party with new faces that will energize voters. He is set to target 5,4 million voters and elect community leaders from the length and breadth of the country. What lessons did he learn while leader of the DA and how is he going to make sure that he does not repeat the same mistakes, also why should South Africans trust him this time around? Should his party one, what is the first thing he will do once in power?
Guest: Mmusi Maimane - Leader of the Build One South Africa
Our next guest is committed to building an umbrella body for independent candidates wanting to run for the 2024 elections. Contrary to reports that this party would become the black caucus currently exiting en-masse from the DA, he wants to build a centrist and non-racial party with new faces that will energize voters. He is set to target 5,4 million voters and elect community leaders from the length and breadth of the country. What lessons did he learn while leader of the DA and how is he going to make sure that he does not repeat the same mistakes, also why should South Africans trust him this time around? Should his party one, what is the first thing he will do once in power?
Guest: Mmusi Maimane - Leader of the Build One South Africa
It has been reported that there is approximately R81 billion in unclaimed benefits which relate to retirement funds, insurance, and investments. This morning, Bryan continues on the issue of unclaimed benefits from last week and brings in an expert who can deal with some of the direct questions you may have…
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited (Radio line: 011 880 4888)
Guest: Rowan Burger - Head Of Strategy · Momentum Investments
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande has denied allegations of milking the National Skills Funds. This comes at the back of a news report by the Sunday Independent which claims that millions of rands are “disappearing” unaccounted for in his department. He also denied reports that he is fighting tooth and nail to keep a report highlighting this as confidential.
Guest: Ishmael Mnisi – Spokesperson for the Department of Higher Education
This morning Lionel is dealing with more of the questions you sent to him on various issues….
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande has denied allegations of milking the National Skills Funds. This comes at the back of a news report by the Sunday Independent which claims that millions of rands are “disappearing” unaccounted for in his department. He also denied reports that he is fighting tooth and nail to keep a report highlighting this as confidential.
Guest: Ishmael Mnisi – Spokesperson for the Department of Higher Education
Our next guest is challenging us to have an honest conservation on language use since the dawn of democracy. He argues that the government is elevating some languages and neglecting others through its policy. He takes readers back to the CODESA negotiations to paint a picture of the initial spirit of the Constitution's sixth section. He unpacks the importance of shifting our linguistic landscape 28 years on. He also addresses seeking visibility for all of our indigenous languages in government and multimedia platforms to build social cohesion.
Guest: Prof. Thabo Ditsele - Associate Professor of Sociolinguistics and Linguistic Anthropology at the Tshwane University of Technology
Our next guest is challenging us to have an honest conservation on language use since the dawn of democracy. He argues that the government is elevating some languages and neglecting others through its policy. He takes readers back to the CODESA negotiations to paint a picture of the initial spirit of the Constitution's sixth section. He unpacks the importance of shifting our linguistic landscape 28 years on. He also addresses seeking visibility for all of our indigenous languages in government and multimedia platforms to build social cohesion.
Guest: Prof. Thabo Ditsele - Associate Professor of Sociolinguistics and Linguistic Anthropology at the Tshwane University of Technology
As stage 2 loadshedding returns, cabinet ministers and their families will not feel the impact of scheduled power outage. President Cyril Ramaphosa's 68 member cabinet are not only exempt from loadsheding but also fitted with generators to the tune of R1,3 million last year. According to the new regulations implemented in the ministerial handbook, the executive does not have to pay for electricity and this extends to water and other basic municipal services. The cost will be covered by the Department of Public Works and have spent R680 000 in this financial year. To unpack the implications of these decisions on South African taxpayers,
Guest: Busisipho Siyobi - Lead Researcher in the Natural Resource Governance Programme at the Good Governance Africa
The recent killing of a German tourist in Mpumalanga has again raised fears of the negative impact this could have on tourism in the country. Tourism Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has assured the international community that South Africa is safe while Police Minister Bheki Cele said that police are on top of things when it comes protecting tourists. But, since the incident took place, many tourism bodies don’t seem to have trust in government’s assurances. To discuss this further and also to look at whether this incident may be as devastating as many make it to be,
Guest: Ian Cameron – Spokesperson at Action Society
As stage 2 loadshedding returns, cabinet ministers and their families will not feel the impact of scheduled power outage. President Cyril Ramaphosa's 68 member cabinet are not only exempt from loadsheding but also fitted with generators to the tune of R1,3 million last year. According to the new regulations implemented in the ministerial handbook, the executive does not have to pay for electricity and this extends to water and other basic municipal services. The cost will be covered by the Department of Public Works and have spent R680 000 in this financial year. To unpack the implications of these decisions on South African taxpayers,
Guest: Busisipho Siyobi - Lead Researcher in the Natural Resource Governance Programme at the Good Governance Africa
The recent killing of a German tourist in Mpumalanga has again raised fears of the negative impact this could have on tourism in the country. Tourism Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has assured the international community that South Africa is safe while Police Minister Bheki Cele said that police are on top of things when it comes protecting tourists. But, since the incident took place, many tourism bodies don’t seem to have trust in government’s assurances. To discuss this further and also to look at whether this incident may be as devastating as many make it to be,
Guest: Ian Cameron – Spokesperson at Action Society
Muneyi’s music has been described as a gift from the gods, a healing experience as he connects the listener to his own narrative of Tshivenda folktales and modern sounds.
Inspired by his Makhulu (Grandmother), his community upbringing, a love for language, vulnerability, human behaviour and personal experiences. His music has an ability to transcend language and connect to one's heart and soul.
In 2019, he was the winner of the Afropunk Battle Of The Bands, which led to the release of his debut album in 2020 via Africori. He has shared stages with some of South Africa’s most relevant artists: Sho Madjozi, Msaki, Zoë Modiga, The Muffinz, Nduduzo Makhathini, Buhlebendalo, Nonku Phiri to name a few. With collaborators such as Kekelingo and Leomile, he is focussed on building a community, which can support each other and allow a new movement of Folk artists to take their message to the world.
Guest: Muneyi Romeo Masibigiri - Musician
Muneyi’s music has been described as a gift from the gods, a healing experience as he connects the listener to his own narrative of Tshivenda folktales and modern sounds.
Inspired by his Makhulu (Grandmother), his community upbringing, a love for language, vulnerability, human behaviour and personal experiences. His music has an ability to transcend language and connect to one's heart and soul.
In 2019, he was the winner of the Afropunk Battle Of The Bands, which led to the release of his debut album in 2020 via Africori. He has shared stages with some of South Africa’s most relevant artists: Sho Madjozi, Msaki, Zoë Modiga, The Muffinz, Nduduzo Makhathini, Buhlebendalo, Nonku Phiri to name a few. With collaborators such as Kekelingo and Leomile, he is focussed on building a community, which can support each other and allow a new movement of Folk artists to take their message to the world.
Guest: Muneyi Romeo Masibigiri - Musician
One of the eight projects under the Water and Sanitation programme is the Learning Academy. The Learning Academy was developed to create more employment opportunities while also bridging the skills gap which exists in the water and sanitation sector. The Learning Academy has awarded 800 learners with bursaries to pursue careers while 3500 schools have been supported through the programme.
Guest: Suzan Andrews - National Coordinator of the Learning Academy at the Department of Water and Sanitation
Focus: Today (Friday) being International Day of Decent Work, we thought to use the opportunity to define what the term means. When unions talk about the subject, they often mention things like working hours, the right to strike, the right to leave, benefits, equality in the workplace and so on.
Under the current economic climate, many overlook basic employment conditions due to being desperate to find work. How then do we ensure the dignity of workers not only in the conditions but also in their compensation? As a listener, how would you define decent work? Let us first hear from our guest who has written recently on the crisis of waged work. We are joined by…
Guest: Dr. Dennis George - Former General Secretary of FEDUSA
Focus: Today (Friday) being International Day of Decent Work, we thought to use the opportunity to define what the term means. When unions talk about the subject, they often mention things like working hours, the right to strike, the right to leave, benefits, equality in the workplace and so on.
Under the current economic climate, many overlook basic employment conditions due to being desperate to find work. How then do we ensure the dignity of workers not only in the conditions but also in their compensation? As a listener, how would you define decent work? Let us first hear from our guest who has written recently on the crisis of waged work. We are joined by…
Guest: Dr. Dennis George - Former General Secretary of FEDUSA
One of the eight projects under the Water and Sanitation programme is the Learning Academy. The Learning Academy was developed to create more employment opportunities while also bridging the skills gap which exists in the water and sanitation sector. The Learning Academy has awarded 800 learners with bursaries to pursue careers while 3500 schools have been supported through the programme.
Guest: Suzan Andrews - National Coordinator of the Learning Academy at the Department of Water and Sanitation
As the WSEP comes to a close today, there have been hundreds of pupils sharing their innovative ideas on water throughout the week. Representing schools from around the country, we have asked them to share what they have learned and their experience at the Water and Sanitation Education Programme.
Guest:Unam Halam
Guest:Faith Klassens
As the WSEP comes to a close today, there have been hundreds of pupils sharing their innovative ideas on water throughout the week. Representing schools from around the country, we have asked them to share what they have learned and their experience at the Water and Sanitation Education Programme.
Guest:Unam Halam
Guest:Faith Klassens
Since 1996, the Water and Sanitation Education Programmed has aimed to cultivate water saving culture hoping to ultimately change the mindsets, attitudes and behaviours of water users for a sustainable water resources management across the country. In 2015, the programme was recognised for its achievement by the United Nations and awarded the "Water for life best practice" Award. To help us unpack the objectives of the programme,
Guest: Curtis Mabena - Director of Transformation at Department of Water and Sanitation
Since 1996, the Water and Sanitation Education Programmed has aimed to cultivate water saving culture hoping to ultimately change the mindsets, attitudes and behaviours of water users for a sustainable water resources management across the country. In 2015, the programme was recognised for its achievement by the United Nations and awarded the "Water for life best practice" Award. To help us unpack the objectives of the programme,
Guest: Curtis Mabena - Director of Transformation at Department of Water and Sanitation
We are joined by one of the beneficiaries of the WSEP who has become a professional in the water sector. Recently, she was nominated a Youth Advocate for the 2023 United Nations Game Changer Challenge.
Guest: Margo Adonis - Scientific Technician at the Department of Water and Sanitation (Beneficiary of the Learning Academy)
We are joined by one of the beneficiaries of the WSEP who has become a professional in the water sector. Recently, she was nominated a Youth Advocate for the 2023 United Nations Game Changer Challenge.
Guest: Margo Adonis - Scientific Technician at the Department of Water and Sanitation (Beneficiary of the Learning Academy)
The Home Affairs ministry seeks to digitise 350 million inactive and active paper records consisting of birth, marriage, death and amendments. Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Njabulo Nzuza will deliver the keynote address this morning on the country’s path towards digitisation as part of the broader Modernisation Programme. The seminar will focus on the journey the Department has traversed in its quest to e-citizenship, provide an update on the project and the potential future outlook of the institution in a digitised world.
Guest: Hon. Njabulo Nzuza - Deputy Minister of Home Affairs
The Home Affairs ministry seeks to digitise 350 million inactive and active paper records consisting of birth, marriage, death and amendments. Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Njabulo Nzuza will deliver the keynote address this morning on the country’s path towards digitisation as part of the broader Modernisation Programme. The seminar will focus on the journey the Department has traversed in its quest to e-citizenship, provide an update on the project and the potential future outlook of the institution in a digitised world.
Guest: Hon. Njabulo Nzuza - Deputy Minister of Home Affairs
As focus slowly turns towards the 2024 election, the state of participation in our democratic processes is at an all time low. In the 2021 Local Government Elections, voter turnout dropped 10% compared to the 2016 edition. With confidence waning in politicians and political parties, the advancement of democracy may be stifled if this trend continues and the credibility of election outcomes may come under further scrutiny.
Our next guest will be delivering the keynote address in a workshop being hosted by the Rivonia Circle entitled: South Africa 2.0 - Mobilising People’s Electoral Power. Nsé Ufot’s career has been dedicated to working on various civil, human, and workers’ rights issues. She leads the New Georgia Project in its goal of strengthening the state’s democracy by registering to vote and engaging 700 000 unregistered African Americans, Latinos, and Asian Americans. This organization was pivotal in getting more eligible voters to cast their vote in the 2020 U.S. election as the state of Georgia became a key swing state that determined the outcome.
Guest: Nse Ufot - Chief Executive Officer at the New Georgia Project
As focus slowly turns towards the 2024 election, the state of participation in our democratic processes is at an all time low. In the 2021 Local Government Elections, voter turnout dropped 10% compared to the 2016 edition. With confidence waning in politicians and political parties, the advancement of democracy may be stifled if this trend continues and the credibility of election outcomes may come under further scrutiny.
Our next guest will be delivering the keynote address in a workshop being hosted by the Rivonia Circle entitled: South Africa 2.0 - Mobilising People’s Electoral Power. Nsé Ufot’s career has been dedicated to working on various civil, human, and workers’ rights issues. She leads the New Georgia Project in its goal of strengthening the state’s democracy by registering to vote and engaging 700 000 unregistered African Americans, Latinos, and Asian Americans. This organization was pivotal in getting more eligible voters to cast their vote in the 2020 U.S. election as the state of Georgia became a key swing state that determined the outcome.
Guest: Nse Ufot - Chief Executive Officer at the New Georgia Project
Drunk driving is one of the biggest threats to road safety in South Africa. Research indicates that 50% of people who die on the road have a blood alcohol concentration of above 0.05 gram per 100 millilitres. With these statistics, many organisations are spending a lot of money on anti-drinking and driving campaigns to combat it. However, the exercise is pointless if enforcement of the current drinking and driving laws are not enforced. Earlier this week, the Department of Transport kicked off Transport Month to raise awareness on the important role of transport in the economy and to encourage participation from civil society and business, including the provision of a safe and more affordable, accessible and reliable transport system in the country.
Guest: Rhys Evans - Managing Director at ALCO-Safe
Drunk driving is one of the biggest threats to road safety in South Africa. Research indicates that 50% of people who die on the road have a blood alcohol concentration of above 0.05 gram per 100 millilitres. With these statistics, many organisations are spending a lot of money on anti-drinking and driving campaigns to combat it. However, the exercise is pointless if enforcement of the current drinking and driving laws are not enforced. Earlier this week, the Department of Transport kicked off Transport Month to raise awareness on the important role of transport in the economy and to encourage participation from civil society and business, including the provision of a safe and more affordable, accessible and reliable transport system in the country.
Guest: Rhys Evans - Managing Director at ALCO-Safe
Focus: The Bloemfontein High Court on Monday declared the Mangaung African Cultural Festival illegal. The festival is hosted every year in Bloemfontein. The case was brought by DS Consortium, which argued that the tender to host the annual cultural festival, awarded to C-Squared, was fraudulent. The tender is worth R16.8-million.To get an understand of what
actually happened and whether the festival will go ahead,
Guest: Mosa Likobo – Director at DS Consortium
Guest: Ben Moseme - CEO of C Squared
Focus: The Bloemfontein High Court on Monday declared the Mangaung African Cultural Festival illegal. The festival is hosted every year in Bloemfontein. The case was brought by DS Consortium, which argued that the tender to host the annual cultural festival, awarded to C-Squared, was fraudulent. The tender is worth R16.8-million.To get an understand of what
actually happened and whether the festival will go ahead,
Guest: Mosa Likobo – Director at DS Consortium
Guest: Ben Moseme - CEO of C Squared
On Monday a story broke of a mother who abandoned her baby near a stream in Dawncrest, north of Durban. She left the baby with a the milk bottle and nappies. What stood out was the note she left which read: “Hi. You might be wondering why I dumped my baby. Don’t wonder, just help her if you can or call authorities don't judge me. I have spoken twice with social workers, they are delaying to assist. I know this looks bad but I had no other option. The system is fragile...”. Very sad story which paints a dire picture of some of the choices young mother have to make. So many questions are being asked from where is the father? Where is the family and could they not help? Also the notion of society coming in to help raise the child, how can we go back to that? How long shall we blame the young mothers while the young fathers are not carrying any blame. To help us navigate this issue,
Guest: Bongani Luvalo – CEO of Cool Dads (he will talk about the absent fathers)
Guest: Dr Whitney Rosenberg - Co-founder of Baby Savers South Africa (She will speak on the family structure and abandoned babies)
Guest: Clarisa Vermaak – associate at Ulrich Roux and Associates (She will speak around the legalities of keeping or adopting a baby found under such circumstances)
On Monday a story broke of a mother who abandoned her baby near a stream in Dawncrest, north of Durban. She left the baby with a the milk bottle and nappies. What stood out was the note she left which read: “Hi. You might be wondering why I dumped my baby. Don’t wonder, just help her if you can or call authorities don't judge me. I have spoken twice with social workers, they are delaying to assist. I know this looks bad but I had no other option. The system is fragile...”. Very sad story which paints a dire picture of some of the choices young mother have to make. So many questions are being asked from where is the father? Where is the family and could they not help? Also the notion of society coming in to help raise the child, how can we go back to that? How long shall we blame the young mothers while the young fathers are not carrying any blame. To help us navigate this issue,
Guest: Bongani Luvalo – CEO of Cool Dads (he will talk about the absent fathers)
Guest: Dr Whitney Rosenberg - Co-founder of Baby Savers South Africa (She will speak on the family structure and abandoned babies)
Guest: Clarisa Vermaak – associate at Ulrich Roux and Associates (She will speak around the legalities of keeping or adopting a baby found under such circumstances)
Focus: As we begin Breast Cancer Month, we thought to revisit the issue as more men and women continue to be affected by it. The Breast Imaging Society of South Africa is calling on everybody to self-examine their breasts and not wait for a partner or doctor to find out for them. To talk more on this especially now that it also affects men,
Guest: Prof Jackie Smilig – Chair of the Breast Imaging Society of South Africa
Focus: As we begin Breast Cancer Month, we thought to revisit the issue as more men and women continue to be affected by it. The Breast Imaging Society of South Africa is calling on everybody to self-examine their breasts and not wait for a partner or doctor to find out for them. To talk more on this especially now that it also affects men,
Guest: Prof Jackie Smilig – Chair of the Breast Imaging Society of South Africa
Focus: This morning Lionel is helping understand the Road Accident Fund and what it is that you need to know about it. Also the fact that you no longer need a lawyer to claim. He now joins us in the studio…
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Last week workers at the Mogalakwena local municipality blocked entrances with construction vehicles. This was in protest of them calling on the municipal manager Morris Maluleke to coming to work. Last month the Limpopo high court found that Maluleke’s appointment was unlawful hence the unions are calling on him to vacate his position.
To find out what’s going on there and why Maluleke is still reporting for duty despite the court ruling and also the impact this has on the running of the municipality,
Guest: Patrick Aphane – SAMWU’s Provincial Secretary in Limpopo
Guest: Ngoako Taueatsoala - Mayor of Mogalakwena Municipality
Guest: Charles Makhubela - SANCO
Guest: Jerry Mogotle - Councillor of Mogalakwena Local Municipality (African People's Convention)
In this week’s newsletter, President Cyril Ramaphosa recognized a major milestone surpassed by the Presidential Employment Stimulus program as it reached over a million young people. One of the hallmarks of its success has been the teaching assistant programme which has employed over half a million young people across 22 000 schools.
However, this only tells one side of the story and does not reflect the challenges being faced within the public employment programme. Our next guest believes that less attention is being given to transferable skills, social connections and exit pathways that would lead to the retention of upskilled young workers in the labour market.
Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams - Project Lead at Youth Capital
This morning, Bryan shares the benefits of having a retirement annuity…
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Our next guest led the largest longitudinal study on the continent, following the lives of 3000 children born in 1990. The aim of the study presented the journey, aspirations and challenges of the country that was being created before their eyes. The outcomes of that study form part of a new published book that provides insights into five major themes of child development in relation to the South African experience in the past 30 years: violence, learning and education, growth and health, mental and social well-being, and social engagement. The book not only seeks to unpack how we wish to build the nation that is inclusive of our children's ambitions but how it socially impacts the structural fault lines that still persist in the present dispossess them from a shared future and the inheritance of this democratic dispensation.
Guest: Prof Linda Ritcher - Developmental Psychologist and Distinguished Professor in the Centre of Excellence in Human Development at the University of Witwatersrand
Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu is calling on relatives who are looking after orphans to apply for a CSG top-up at their nearest SASSA offices. This she says is an amount of R240 which is an addition to the standard amount that is usually paid to you. To help us understand these amounts and how one qualifies,
Guest: Lumka Oliphant – Spokesperson for the Department of Social Development
Matjhabeng Local Municipality is currently hosting an Economic Development Summit in collaboration with the Thabo Mbeki Foundation and Infrastructure South Africa. The Summit, which will be between the 29th and 30th of September 2022 is a means to attract investment and diversify the local economy focusing on agriculture, tourism and industry. The Summit is being attended by national ministries such as Water and Sanitation and Employment and Labour, provincial structures and local stakeholders.
Guest: Cllr. Thanduxolo Khalipha - Executive Mayor of Matjhabeng Local Municipality
Guest: Mxolisi Dukwana - MEC of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs in the Free State
As part of our Heritage Month coverage, this morning we get to understand the story of the Maqoma chiefdom. We speak to Ncedisa Maqoma who is speaking on behalf of Zukiswa Kona who is heir to the Maqoma chiefdom, but because of her gender, there has been resistance purely based on the fact that she’s a woman
Earlier this month the family was celebrating 149 years of his passing. Even though the issue of the chiefdom is in the courts, the current government has been honouring him. One of the recent honours bestowed on him is the renaming of a regiment of the SANDF after him. Ncedisa now joins us on the line to talk to us about the history and the issue around the high contestation of the chiefdom….
Guest: Ncedisa Maqoma – Daughter of the late Chief Lent Maqoma of the amaJinqi tribe in the old Transkei
President Cyril Ramaphosa yesterday (Thursday) again denied allegations of money laundering in the Phala Phala issue. He insists that the money was proceeds of game farming. The president was answering questions in the National Assembly. Not having scientific proof of what the nation thinks about the answers he’s giving on the matter,
Guest: Solly Moeng - Brand reputation management adviser and MD of strategic corporate communications consultancy DonValley
TimesLive Investigations released the first part of their report into the operations of illegal mining. In interviews with Zama Zamas, some of the miners have shared that they are making up to R40 000 per month and buy protection to run their operations.
The Police estimate that up to R3 million is in circulation underground in the North West as a result of illegal mining activity. It is alleged that tunnels and shafts in Orkney, Stilfontein, Klerksdorp and Potchefstroom are literally floating in cash.
Guest: Aron Hyman - Investigative Journalist
Guest: Tankiso Makhetha - Investigative Journalist
Guest: Graeme Hosken - Investigative Journalist
Focus: Raised in the Mamelodi Township, Vusi became a singer-songwriter and poet-activist at an early age teaching himself how to play guitar and later joining the Congress of South African Writers. After his popular debut on BMG Africa, “When You Come Back,” Vusi was asked to perform at Nelson Mandela’s inauguration in 1994.
Simply known as ‘The Voice’, Vusi Mahlasela is celebrated for his distinct, powerful voice and his poetic, optimistic lyrics. His songs of hope connect Apartheid-scarred South Africa with its promise for a better future. Vusi has toured globally and shared the stage with Dave Matthews Band, Sting, Paul
Simon, Josh Groban, Ray LaMontagne, Natalie Merchant, Taj Mahal, among many others.
Guest: Dr. Vusi Mahlasela - Musician
implicated in NLC Graft
Earlier this week, the National Lotteries Commission
appeared before Parliament where the new board has vowed to combat corruption and be more transparent than their
predecessors. Meanwhile, the SIU appeared before Parliament's committee for Trade, Industry and cited that the first round of investigations had found corruption amounting to R279 million.
During a media briefing, the new Chairperson of the NLC Prof
Barney Pityana did not disclose whether or not the SIU
investigation will include non-profit organizations that are
linked to Minister of Transport Fikile Mbalula, Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga and Minister of Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa. Given the recent Constitutional Court
judgement on the executive ethics code, what impact does this have on accountability in the executive sphere of governance?
Guest: Adv. Paul Hoffman - Director of Accountability Now
Earlier this month, we had a conversation surrounding Leukemia and what listeners should know about the rare blood condition. Globally, there is a huge underrepresentation on the registry of donors for Black, Coloured, Indian and Asian blood cancer patients – this means patients from these ethnic groups only have a 19% chance of finding a donor and a mere 25% chance of finding a related match.
Earlier this year, the SABC lost one of its own to Leukemia. This weekend, there is a 5km run in honour of his life and to raise awareness on Leukemia and educate communities about blood stem cell donation. It will also launch the #Sabelo campaign to bring together specialists and affected families to speak out on the issue.
Guest: Nabiella De Beers - Communications Manager at DKMS Africa (DKMS Africa is formerly the Sunflower Fund)
Focus: The heart is one of the most important organs in the body, pumping over 90 000 beats in a day. In South Africa, one in five people die from heart disease. That is only second to HIV/AIDS. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 80% of these deaths are preventable and the high death rate can be attributed to our lifestyle habits.
Guest: Prof. Pamela Naidoo - Chief Executive Officer of the Heart and Stroke Foundation
Guest: Prof. Datashna Naidoo - Emiritus Professor of Cardiology at the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
The SA Innovation Summit is the largest start-up event in Africa, providing various platforms for developing and showcasing African innovation. The summit raises awareness about the Innovation Fund and highlights its preliminary successes. Since its establishment in 2021, less than 18 months ago, the fund has disbursed a total of R469,5 million to businesses, including SMMEs. It has leveraged three times its initial investment. For every R1 invested by the fund, another R3 has been leveraged from other sources.
The Innovation Fund has also supported 24 businesses, with over 50% of these projects now in the commercial stage and 70,2% of these black-led or owned. Women lead over 49% of the black-owned companies. To talk more on this and how some of the country’s innovators can take advantage of these opportunities,
Guest: Mboneni Moufhe - Deputy Director General: Socio-economic innovation partnerships at the Department of Higher Education and Training
Guest: Busi Moloi – Founder of Sawubona Mycelium
Earlier this month, we had a conversation surrounding Leukemia and what listeners should know about the rare blood condition. Globally, there is a huge underrepresentation on the registry of donors for Black, Coloured, Indian and Asian blood cancer patients – this means patients from these ethnic groups only have a 19% chance of finding a donor and a mere 25% chance of finding a related match.
Earlier this year, the SABC lost one of its own to Leukemia. This weekend, there is a 5km run in honour of his life and to raise awareness on Leukemia and educate communities about blood stem cell donation. It will also launch the #Sabelo campaign to bring together specialists and affected families to speak out on the issue.
Guest: Nabiella De Beers - Communications Manager at DKMS Africa
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with all the questions he has received from you of a similar nature. But remember that’s it’s not limited to the submitted questions as he is joining us for an hour to deal with other questions you may have that are about your personal finance. H
Guest(CTN Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Focus: The IFP leadership has dispatched a delegation to KwaZulu-Natal’s Msinga Municipality amid claims that an IFP councillor there was behind the recent assassination of a fellow councillor, Siyanda Magubane. The party has also called for calm after another councillor claimed that the mayor was behind the killing. Now the killing of councillors in KZN is nothing new while on the other hand political leaders from the different parties don’t seem to know why the problem persists. Let’s use this opportunity now to find out the sort of impact this is having on the running of municipalities in that province and can be done to bring an end to the killings
Guest: Mkhuleko Hlengwa – IF National Spokesperson
Guest: Hon Maliyakhe Shelembe - Member of Parliament, Political Head of Umzinyathi District municipality
The South African Human Rights Commission will launch a new initiative set to address the social ills of that face the country and that led to human rights violations. This initiative called the Social Harmony National Effort (SHiNE) and it is set to ensure that every South African to create harmonious communities by developing a culture of dialoguing based on mutual respect. In addition to addressing human rights challenges through normal processes, the Commission has determined that our fellow countrymen and women are vital agents of change and as such should be partners in cultivating more social solidarity, respect and harmony in the country.
Guest: Fatima Chohan - Deputy Chairperson of the South African Human Rights Commission
As we continue our series of conversations on chapter nine institutions, our focus shifts to the Independent Electoral Commission. While South Africa has held numerous successful elections since 1994, we want to talk about the challenges IEC faces when fulfilling their mandate: budget cuts, civic education, the changes coming into effect with digitalization, and the impact that electoral reform will have on the work of the institution. We also want to discuss how the IEC interacts with other organizations and the gaps still are when it comes to the voting culture when elections happen in the country.
Guest: Dr Steven Gordon - Senior Research Specialist in Developmental, Ethical and Capable States at the HSRC
Guest: Janet Love - Commissioner at the Independent Electoral Commission
Guest: Terry Tselane - Former IEC Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer Institute of Election Management Services
This morning we are joined via Zoom by the Free State MEC for Finance. She is talking to us about her plans to turn the province’s finances around. She will this week be hosting a colloquium with economists, professors and other stakeholders to come up with ideas that will improve the economic state of the province. Auditor General Tsakani Maluleke had painted a very bleak picture of the financial state of the municipalities in the province. During her budget speech, MEC Brown said that in terms of dealing with corruption, she and her department will facilitate the roll-out of an anti-corruption strategy and lifestyle audit in partnership with the office of Premier Sisi Ntombela. She now joins us to talk more about her plans…
Guest: Gadija Brown – MEC for Finance in the Free State
Over the weekend, another urination scandal happened at Stellenbosch University. This time, the incident took place at Helshoogte residence. Its second incident in less than six months and we also wanted to discuss what is the psychological impact this has on young people in public institutions who are inheriting a deeply divided society. As we wrap Heritage Month, we wanted to discuss what this incident says about where we are as a nation when it comes to social cohesion.
Guest: Prof. Christopher Isike - Professor of African Politics and International Relations in the Department of Political Sciences, University of Pretoria | Social Cohesion Advocate
Guest: Jeremiah Machavi – Socio Ecologist at SANPARKS
Apart from the animal life and the biodiversity of the National Park, what cultural wonders can be found in the park? What socio-economic projects are being facilitated within the communities surrounding the Kruger National Park? How do our national parks give back and uplift communities?
Guest: Welcome Ubisi - Musician and Founder of Bala-
Our next guest is a multi-award winning Tsonga artist who has used his musical gifts to preserve traditional music. He has toured Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Sierra Leone and Namibia. In the late 1980s, he shot to stardom as a member of the group, Supreme Musical and has shared the stage alongside Lazurus Kgagudi, Dr. General Muzka and Peta Teanet.
Guest: Navashni Govender - Senior Manager: Conservation at SANPARKS
The Skukuza Nursery boasts over 200 species that are indigenous to Lowveld conditions. How does the park support traditional leaders along the border? What role does the nursery play in the conservation of medicinal plants within the National Park? To tell us more about the nursery and the work that they do within communities, we are joined by…
Guest: Tinyiko Golele - Regional Ranger at SANPARKS
South Africa is blessed with a rich biodiversity throughout the country. We want to understand how the park conserves the plant and wildlife in the park. We are joined by one of their regional rangers at the Kruger National Park…
Guest: Dr Lufuno Netshitavhadulu - Veterinarian at SANPARKS
Poaching is still a major challenge that national parks face in the fight to protect our animal wildlife. Veterinaries play a critical role not only in animal health but conservation overall. How do our national parks address poaching? To help us unpack this issue and Veterinary Wildlife Services in our parks, we are joined by…
On Women's Day, we had a conversation on the state of the Women's Living Monument in Pretoria and how the monument was not operational ahead of the public holiday. In many ways, the state of a monument is a reflection of how the government prioritizes the conservation of certain types of heritage and those being remembered and the events being memorialized.
Heritage sites provide a public good that goes beyond commemoration: they provide educational purposes where future generations can learn about their history. Heritage sites are also a marker of national identity and bring about social cohesion by instilling the values of the nation. We wanted to discuss the struggles facing cultural heritage sites and the recognition of the work that they do to remind ordinary citizens to embrace their roots. The conversation will speak to how we should be approaching heritage conservation and the role of communities in honouring the memory/event/individual.
Guest: Sir Nicholas Wolpe - Chief Executive Officer of the Liliesleaf Trust
Focus: Our next guest chooses to go by one name in solidarity with the widowed Afghan women who are often denied their identity. She is the woman behind #IAmStaying in Afghanistan. Her speaking tour will give perspective on the current situation of the Afghan people, a non-political view, from her personal experience having settled in Kabul since the Taliban took back power from the US in 2021. Her current focus in Afghanistan is the empowerment of female led industries and she is here to highlight some of the work that her foundation Dream Voice Act does to empower widows, orphans and poverty stricken households in Afghanistan.
Guest: Nadima Kakai - Canadian-Afghan humanitarian and Founder of Dream Voice Act
This morning some Wits students, unions and civil society will be protesting against the renaming of the Wits Amic Deck bridge to Wits Sibanye–Stillwater Infinity. They are calling on the university to rather change it to Marikana Memorial in memory of the 34 miners who died in 2012. To talk to us more on why the student body decided to get involved in this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Raees Noorbhai - National Coordinator for the Socialist Youth Movement
In the latest Reserved Judgment Report for the Chief Justice, over 150 judgements have been reserved for over six months. The lower courts have the highest number of reserved judgments with the Johannesburg Labour Court leading the pack followed by Pietermaritzburg High Court and the Cape Town Labour Court. We want to unpack why it is that judges are not compelled to report reserved judgment. We also wanted to discuss how this backlog impacts the attainment of justice and rebuilding public trust in the judicial system.
Guest: Allison Tilley - Head of Judges Matter
People often say that beauty is skin deep. But many take for granted that our skin is our largest organ and the first guard of protection against any disease. The appearance of your skin can also lead to social stigma. In some instances, social media has brought forward a new culture of skin lightening and not much attention is given to the dangers of this practice.
Guest: Dr. Dagmar Whitaker - Clinical Dermatologist | President of the South African Melanoma Society
The Democratic Alliance and student organization, Studenteplein have lost their court application against the University of Stellenbosch on the provision of learning materials during the COVID-19 pandemic. The two organizations claimed that the university’s implementation plan for the four semesters were unlawful. The groups are set to appeal the case in an attempt to preserve the mother-tongue education at the institution. They have also accused the institution of only applying certain segments of the 2016 language policy.
Guest: Prof Deresh Ramjugernath - Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Learning and Teaching at University of Stellenbosch
On our Municipal Watch feature this morning we focus on the state of municipalities in the North west Province. Just last week Premier Bushy Maape disbanded the Ditsobotla Local Municipality which has been at war with itself for more than a year. Auditor General that not a single municipality in that province is financially stable. To look at what is at the centre of the problem and how government is planning to turn the situation around,
Guest: Vincent Diphoko - Samwu Provincial Secretary in the North West
Guest: Lenah Miga – North West MEC for Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Jody Eksteen - CEO and Founder of the Grassroots Moral Clinic on Community Advocacy
Today Lionel continues with some of the questions you have sent to him on SARS, municipal and traffic accounts.
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Eskom has announced that it will launch three power purchase programmes that will address the power supply crisis affecting the nation. The power utility said in a statement that it will look to neighbouring countries and independent power producers to assist in creating emergency generation capacity as the state-owned entity has been plagues with up to 8 power stations have broken down in recent weeks. To unpack the impact these programmes will have on stabilizing the national grid,
Guest: Patrick Bond - Distinguished Professor of Sociology at the University of Johannesburg
This morning, we speak to Mlungisi Mabaso who has been suspended by the Auditor General Tsakani Maluleke. Mabaso was suspended allegedly after threatening to expose corruption against Maluleke. She alleges that in a meeting with Mabaso, he wanted a mutual separation in the form of a financial settlement in exchange for him not exposing the allegations to the public. Meanwhile, the EFF has praised aluleke after she was leared of the allegations of corruption against her.
Guest: Mlungisi Mabaso – Suspended Chief People Officer in the office of the Auditor General
Guest: Ntokozo Hlonyana – EFF Member of Parliament
The truck driver involved in the N2 Phongolo vehicle crash that claimed the lives of 21 people has been arrested. It’s alleged the driver collided head on with a vehicle that was ferrying learners from local schools. In a video circulating on social media the truck is seen speeding excessively, overtaking on a double barrier line. Nineteen of the people who died were children who were being transported home from school. This has drawn the attention to how reckless truck drivers can be on the road. So we thought to speak to the Transport Department to get their perspective on the issue of track drivers and the conditions they are working under.
Guest: Lwazi Khoza - Spokesperson for Department of Transport
Guest: Mary Phadi - President of Trucking Association of South Africa
Guest: Gavin Kelly - Chief of Executive Officer of the Road Freight Association
Guest (Studio): Eugene Mthethwa - Member of Trompies Mandla Spikiri has bereavement in the family
Focus: With their brightly coloured spottys and street-slang singing and dancing, the Trompies have risen to the upper echelon of South African Kwaito music. Since their debut in 1994, their records have sold more than a half million copies while their hits, including "Thalakele," sold more than 40,000 copies. Their 1997 single, "Magasman," recorded with Lebo Mathosa of Boom Shaka, has become a national anthem and has been featured on the soundtracks of many South African films. Rooted in the mapantsula style, Trompies has transformed the style's reputation as the music of gangsters to a much-respected musical genre.
Guest: Karam Singh - Executive Director at Corruption Watch
Focus: The National Lotteries Commission are in hot water following the release of their 2020/21 annual report. Whilst the report was meant to be released last year, the delay stemmed from material misstatements on their books. The Auditor-General did an audit report and it resulted in a qualified opinion, raising concerns surrounding the R23-million in irregular expenditure and R36-million in accounting errors. The Auditor General does not ordinarily audit the grant beneficiaries after they have received the funding. However, most of the illicit activities in the NLC’s books were found in transactions
with beneficiaries. To help us understand the implications of these findings, we are joined by…
Earlier this week, one of our callers came on the openline to share the story of pupils who walked up to 14 kilometres to school in Matatiele. In June 2022, the Minister of Basic Education had addressed parliamentary questions surrounding the challenges being faced in accommodating all eligible learners on the scholar transport system. This year, over 24 000 eligible learners had not been accommodated in the scholar transport programme in the province.
Guest: Wonga - Concerned Caller from Matatiele, Eastern Cape
Guest: Kayise Conjwa – Acting Chief Director of Scholar
Transport in the Eastern Cape Department of Transport
As the British are burying their queen Elizabeth the second who died at the age of 96, we thought to use this opportunity to talk about the impact of British colonialism on the African continent. Since her passing,
there has been mixed views on her role in advancing British colonialism on the African continent. For a perspective on this and whether the sentiment of anger is correct as some scholars are highlighting the painful colonial history, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Modidima Mannya - Legal scholar, Commentator and Author (Lessons from Charlotte Makgomo Mannya-Maxeke)
Guest: Dr Sphetfo Dlamini – Secretary General of the Swaziland Liberation Movement
Guest: Professor Suren Pillay - Associate professor in the Centre for Humanities Research at the University of the Western Cape
According to medical journals, Leukaemia is a rare disease that affects the formation of blood cells and attacks the tissue that forms our immunity. In South Africa, a person is diagnosed every 72 minutes and the most vulnerable group to get diagnosed is children. As the world commemorates World Leukemia Day, we take a moment to better
understand the rare condition and how to manage the risk associated with getting diagnosed.
Guest: Lauren Pretorius - Chief Executive Officer of Campaign for Cancer
Guest: Dr Karen Gunther - Hematologist
Mental health challenges make it difficult for children to concentrate in school, form friendships and make positive choices that can impact the rest of their lives. Traditionally, educators have focused on academics – which of course is a primary objective for schools. However, given how much of their lives children spend in an education setting, shouldn’t the focus also be on improving their overall wellbeing?
Guest: Gerritt Langing - CEO of Community Keepers
Guest: Amanda Van Der Vyver - Educational Psychologist
Guest: Brett Heron - Member of Parliament for the GOOD Party
Focus: Three months ago, the National Director of Public
Prosecutions announced that her office would decide whether it will prosecute the Cradock Four deaths. Until today, the affected families of the deaths have not been contacted despite the Minister of Justice responding to a written parliamentary question on the interventions being made to improve communications with the families.
Government has resolved to monitor and scrutinise municipalities to ensure service delivery. President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined several measures that will be put in place to ensure greater transparency and accountability in local authorities. He was addressing the South African Human Rights Commission's National Conference on Local Governance. The conference is aimed at addressing several systemic challenges in the local sphere of governance which hinder the attainment and enjoyment of human rights. Today, we thought to speak to the Human Rights Commission about their efforts in trying to help and also parliament which is this week running a Local Government Week in Cape Town where all the stakeholders have gathered….
Guest: Philile Ntuli – Commissioner at the Human Rights Commission
Guest: Cllr Bheke Stofile - President of the South African Local Government Association
Guest: Yamkela Spengane - Social Commentator
This week being Wills Week, Bryan is discussing the important components of a Will and what happens if you die without a will...
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch,
Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Today, Lionel continues with some of the questions you have sent to him. Let’s start with questions on he received on Estate administration…
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise
Corner
The Unpaid Benefits Campaign has partnered with Open Secrets and will open a public forum for individuals, activists and to share the impact of unpaid benefits has had oncommunities. The hearings are being held to highlight the
failure of the financial sector to pay out the benefit claims and
hear the testimonies by affected individuals. Up to 5 million
people in South Africa have not received pensions owing to
them or their beneficiaries from private pension funds.
Guest: Mamello Mosiana - Head of Campaigns at Open Secrets
This morning as part of marking 45 years since the brutal death of Steve Biko in police custody, the Azanian People’s Organisation is gathering at the Walmer Police Station in Gqeberha. This is the cell where Biko was detained in. Some of his friends and family will be there in the next hour (11:00) where they say they will be having a conversation with Biko. To talk more on why they chose to visit the cell and how they believe we should keep Biko’s memory alive,
Guest: Nelvis Qekema – Azapo President
Guest: Prof Jeanine Ntihirageza – Director at the Centre for Genocide and Human Rights Research in Africa and the Diaspora at Northeastern Illinois University
It's official, Dr. Nkosana Dlamini-Zuma is running to become President of the African National Congress. Her second bid at the top spot comes at a time where the President has taken a knock in confidence as he addresses the Phala Phala matter. The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs was approached by branches to stand for the top position. It will not be an easy journey as she will be contesting Lindiwe Sisulu for the endorsement of the ANC Women's League.
Guest: Rebone Tau - Political Analyst, Author and Research Fellow at the Institute for Pan-African Thought & Conversation
The SABC and the Matjhabeng Local Municipality are today (Monday) signing a Memorandum of Understanding which they say will is to formalise relations in realising their mandates of fostering social cohesion and bridging the developmental divide through corporative efforts. The municipality is doping this in an effort of turning their economic situation around by attracting investment to their mining town. To tell us more on this and also what it is that residents of that municipality should expert moving forward,
Guest: Thanduxolo Khalipha – Mayor of Matjhabeng Local Municipality
Guest: Rachel Schneider - Regional Operations Manager in the office of the COO at the SABC
The KZN Education Department says that the Greytown pupil who was suspended because he refused to shave off his beard would return to school today (Friday), The department intervened and had directed the school to reverse the suspension and allow the learner to return. Earlier this year, a Gauteng private Christian school refused an isiZulu-speaking learner from attending school while wearing a traditional ceremonial goat-skin bracelet called an isiphandla. In a country as diverse as ours, why do we still see such incidents in the media? One would assume that with the kind of history we come from, such incidents won’t occur in our schools. To look at this further and what it does for diversity and respect of religious and cultural rights,
Guest(Studio): Dr Mathole Motshekga – Founder of the Kara Institute
Guest: Muslim Judicial Council confirmed. They will send me a name of their representative
Holly Rey is an Afro-electro house artist and songwriter from Durban, South Africa. Holly signed a deal with Sony ATV at the age of 13. This was followed by the release of her debut album 'Strawberry Skies' in 2010. She has performed at Shisa Nyama venues and big events such as the 2015 Cape Town Jazz Festival, 2014 and 2016 Umgababa New Year’s Picnic, 2016 Durban Jazz Festival, Essence Festival and the 2016 Shisanyama Festival. She has released a string of songs chief among them 'Inhliziyo Yami', which was produced and co-written by Mondli Ngcobo. This was followed by a three-track EP and a single called 'Bang Bang'. She also has an album called 'Vanilla House'. Holly has collaborated with artists such as DreamTeam, Professor, Zakes Bantwini and EmEx. She has also worked with artists from Mozambique, Senegal, Congo, and Nigeria.
Guest(Studio): Holly Wasserfall - Award-winning singer
Focus: The legal representatives of Oscar Pistorius are taking parole authorities to court for allegedly failing to provide a hearing after completing half of his sentence in February. According to reports, Pistorius has been endorsed by a prison psychologist, head of recreation, unit manager and social worker to be potentially eligible for parole. The Supreme Court of Appeal has amended his murder sentence twice. The latest change in sentence antedated to the day he was first sentenced for culpable homicide by Judge Masipa in October 2014, making him ineligible for parole. To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Willie Hanekom - Psychologist (former Department of Correctional Services, he handled parole reports and evaluations for 10 years)
Today (Thursday) being International Literacy Day, we thought to look into ourselves as a country as to where we stand when it comes to the rate of literacy. The day was introduced by Unesco more than 50 years ago to mark the importance of advancing the literacy agenda around the world. This year’s theme is “Transforming Literacy Learning Spaces”. Literacy challenges persist in modern society, with at least 771 million young people and adults lacking basic literacy skills. As a country, how can we improve our levels and also how can technology help in this regard? To help through this subject,
Guest: Zaheera Soomar - Anglo American’s global lead of Education and Community Skills
Guest: Nangamso Mtsatse - Chief Executive Officer of Funda Wande
Guest: Samantha Massey - Project Manager at the Santa Shoebox Legacy Fund
President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s administration has been accused of ‘arbitrary arrests’ of government officials, including legislator Job Sikhala. The main opposition party, the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), and other pro-democracy groups have raised the red flag on human rights violations ahead of next year’s watershed elections in Zimbabwe. Let’s use this opportunity now to look at the build-up to the elections to find out if things may be different this time around as we welcome…
Guest: Dr William Mpofu – African Political Analyst
Guest: Hopewell Chin’ono - Journalist, Filmmaker and Nieman Fellow at Harvard University
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) announced a new process for small-scale fisheries rights allocation. Last month, the Western Cape High Court set aside the “wholly inadequate” 2016-2019 process after it was found that the regulations. In the 2016 process, only 2800 small-scale fishers were awarded rights and quotas. However, fishing communities have criticized the re-application process citing that the department would only look at the original 8500 applicants. The department has also been criticized for not considering young fishermen and new fishing groups that have worked in the industry in the past six years.
Guest: Pedro Garcia - SA United Fishing Front
Guest: Abongile Ngqongwa – Acting Chief Director: Marine Resource Management in the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment
Driven by the need to identify solutions to drive economic recovery and address the unemployment crisis, our next guest investigated whether localization has been an effective method of providing local work opportunities and conducive business environments for communities to buy local. Since 2018, they have worked towards localization commitments with corporates to ensure products are made local.
Guest: Eustace Mashimbye – Chief Executive Officer at Proudly SA
Whatever stage in life, hearing loss can affect all of us. While there is limited data available on hearing impairment in South Africa, an estimated 19.88% of people suffered from hearing impairment and 8.94% suffered from a disabling hearing impairment. Audiologists suggest that the first step is always to identify the type of hearing loss that they have and what is causing it. This will determine treatment and what steps can be taken to prevent further damage from occurring.
Guest: Kayla van Rie - Clinical and Training Audiologist at the Amtronix Diagnostics
The Department of Arts and Culture last week announced new names for some of the towns around the country. The changes will mostly affect KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. Cradock will now be known as Nxuba while Morgan’s Bay will now be known as Gxarha just to name a few. We thought to use this opportunity to look at how we should interpret name changes and whether they are good for social cohesion. To discuss this issue,
Guest: Dr Zulu Mathabo Zulu - Research Scientist and Director of Madisebo University Research Institute
Guest: Zolani Mkiva - General Secretary of CONTRALESA
In our last interview of the series, the Industrial Development Corporation will be sharing the role it plays in the government's plans to develop a Green Hydrogen economy.
Guest: Rian Coetzee - Head of Industry Planning & Project Development at the IDC
Judge Tshifhiwa Maumela has ruled that Brigadier Philani Ndlovu's statement should be read in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial.
Ndlovu, who was a former provisional head of SAPS, was one of the first people at the scene of the incident - passed away in May 2022. He was due to testify as a state witness in the trial. To find out what this means for the trial and also what we should read into how things have been unfolding, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Ulrich Roux – Johannesburg-based attorney
Former President, Jacob Zuma, has filed papers in court, launching a private prosecution against journalist Karyn Maughan and State Advocate Billy Downer. Zuma claims Downer and Maughan disclosed information that wasn't meant for the public. His lawyers accuse the two of breaching the National Prosecuting Authority Act. But the NPA says it's not concerned by the latest developments. For more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Mzwanele Manyi – Spokesperson for the JG Zuma Foundation
Today Lionel focuses on the psychology of money. How many of us really understand what it is? He now joins us to educate us on the subject…
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
The City of eThekwini defended itself against the findings of Auditor General, Tsakani Maluleke who said that the City failed to manage its water tankers properly during the floods. They responded by saying that the AG needs to understand that they were severely. Spokesperson for the Mayor Msawakhe Mayisela is quoted as saying that this was a disaster of great proportion, meaning that certain plans under these circumstances are likely to be derailed. To talk more on the issue and also about how the city is dealing with the crisis caused by the floods and the assistance they are giving to the affected communities, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Cllr Philani Mavundla - eThekwini Municipality’s Deputy Mayor
Guest: Mfundisi Shabane – Active community leader and first respondent on the KZN floods and the aftermath
Guest: Bishop Goba – Lost his five-year-old child during the floods
Guest: Gugu Khekwa - Umsinsi Wo Kuzimele (THE MOVEMENT)
Yesterday (Monday), the KZN Education Department decided to close a Durban high school indefinitely after pupils torched several classrooms in retaliation for their cell phones being confiscated. Menzi Busani, principal of Ndengetho High School which is situated in Kwandengezi township in Outer West of Durban, says that the school’s code of conduct prohibited carrying of cell phones in school premises. However, due to the prevalence of cell phones the school has become lenient. My colleague Aldrin Sampear spoke to the department’s spokesperson Muzi Mahlambi and asked him why the school allowed the learners to bring cellphons in the first place…
Guest: Riaan van der Bergh - Deputy CEO of Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools
Guest: Tladi Sedikwane – Chairperson of the National Association of School Governing Bodies in the North West
Last week Bryan was no unavailable to do the show and as it was the last Tuesday of the month, the programme is always devoted to answering questions that have been submitted to him during the month. However, this week’s programme relates to a few areas including insurance, medical aid and shareholding to name a few...
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last week scores of disgruntled unemployed social workers and some self-funded graduates marched to the Union Buildings demanding equal employment opportunities. The presented their memorandum and gave the Presidency 72 ours in which to assess and address their concerns. According to the Council for Social Practitioners, there’s an approximately 9 000 unemployed graduate social work graduates in the country. So this morning we thought to hear directly from them and get to understand what some of their frustrations are.
Guest: Langi Malamba – Registrar at the South African
Council for Social Service Professions
Guest: Zola Madondo – Unemployed Social Worker based in
KZN
Guest: Tshepo Mahlogone – Unemployed Social Worker Based in Mpumalanga
The Department of Human Settlements is currently hosting their housing and Exhibition Indaba in Durban. They are hosting the Indaba under the theme how to transform human settlements through accelerated planning, implementation of policies, and public-private partnerships. To talk about this and what their plans are in dealing with the huge housing backlog and also the rising population our country is faced with,
Guest: Thapelo Mohapi - Secretary-General at Abahlali baseMjondolo
Guest: Neville Chainee - Deputy Director General: Planning and Strategy at Department of Human Settlements
Guest: Inkosi Nokhaka Jumba - National Chairperson of the Women's Wing at Contralesa
Last week, COGTA Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma announced that nearly 300 public servants have been serving as councillors within municipal council. These officials had not reported their councillor work as other renumerative work to their provincial or national headquarters. Whilst the act of moonlighting has contravened the Public Service Act, there are many legislative precursors and judicial precedent (SAMWU vs COGTA) in place to hold office-bearers accountable for holding more than one position across different levels of governance that are not being enforced which impact service delivery. Where do we draw a line in the sand? To help us understand this issue
Guest: Curtly Stevens - Doctoral Researcher in Law, State and
Multilevel Government at Dullah Omar Institute (University of
the Western Cape
This week’s events around Cope and its leadership crisis, the common phrase they were using was reuniting the party. This is a favourite line among politicians especially the ruling party. The PAC also had their elective conference over the weekend talking about growing the party. Basically the point we are making is how almost all the political parties are talking about strengthening themselves and members wanting to climb the leadership ladder. In all of these statements, very little is said about building the country and caring for citizens. This brings us then to the question of how long we are going to depend on politicians to change our lives? What can we do as citizens to reclaim our country?
Guest: Rev Dr Tshawane – Founder of the Centre for Non-Violence Conflict Reconciliation also author of a book on Archbishop Desmond Tutu entitle: The Rainbow Nation, the vision of the beloved South African Community
Guest: Busisiwe Seabe – One of the leaders of the #FeesMustFall movement
This week’s events around Cope and its leadership crisis, the common phrase they were using was reuniting the party. This is a favourite line among politicians especially the ruling party. The PAC also had their elective conference over the weekend talking about growing the party. Basically the point we are making is how almost all the political parties are talking about strengthening themselves and members wanting to climb the leadership ladder. In all of these statements, very little is said about building the country and caring for citizens. This brings us then to the question of how long we are going to depend on politicians to change our lives? What can we do as citizens to reclaim our country?
Guest: Rev Dr Tshawane – Founder of the Centre for Non-Violence Conflict Reconciliation also author of a book on Archbishop Desmond Tutu entitle: The Rainbow Nation, the vision of the beloved South African Community
Guest: Busisiwe Seabe – One of the leaders of the #FeesMustFall movement
As much as September is celebrated as Spring Month, Heritage Month and festivities, on of the highlights is jazz. And
this morning we invited one of South Africa’s big jazz exports. He has been in the jazz scene for many years and played with some of the big names our country has ever produced. Sisonke Xonti need no introduction to those who listen to jazz
Guest: Sisonke Xonti – Jazz musician and saxophonist
As much as September is celebrated as Spring Month, Heritage Month and festivities, on of the highlights is jazz. And
this morning we invited one of South Africa’s big jazz exports. He has been in the jazz scene for many years and played with some of the big names our country has ever produced. Sisonke Xonti need no introduction to those who listen to jazz
Guest: Sisonke Xonti – Jazz musician and saxophonist
Guest: Thembisa Fakude - Senior Research Fellow and Director of Africa - Asia Dialogues
Guest: Thembisa Fakude - Senior Research Fellow and Director of Africa - Asia Dialogues
Guest(Studio): Dr Surprise Mogakane - Healthcare practitioner, specialising as a Dentist, in Norwood
This coming Wednesday marks exactly two years since housing activists won their court challenge setting aside the sale of Tafelberg to private developers. The activists are accusing the Western Cape government of dragging its feet. Premier Alan Winde promised that the land would be unblocked for social housing. But two years later, nothing has happened. To discuss this further in an effort to understand what’s causing the delay, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Buhle Booi – Spokesperson at Ndifuna ukwazi
Guest: Karen Hendricks – From Reclaim the City
As you heard in the news that he Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, the CSIR, says that hunger has continued to be the main cause of poor nutrition in the country, with food security still overlooked. Researchers say the effects of malnutrition and disease mostly affect people in rural areas. This emerged in Pretoria at the council's celebration of the role of women in science. The CSIR's principal researcher, Doctor Nomusa Dlamini, says that while hunger is a worldwide problem, in South Africa it is more prevalent. To help us talk through this issue,
Guest: Sandy Bukula – CEO of Operation Hunger
Focus: Yesterday (Sunday) the Newly elected KwaZulu-Natal ANC leaders visited former president Jacob Zuma. They are on a quest to seek wisdom from the former ANC presidents. About two weeks ago, they visited both former presidents, Kgalema Motlanthe and Thabo Mbeki. So this time around it was Zuma’s turn whom they say has a lot of political experience. To talk about this further and to also understand whether this is a good
strategy to seek wisdom from the elders,
Guest: Xolani Dube – Political analyst based at the Xubera Institute
Guest(Studio): Eusebius McKaiser – Political analyst
Focus: This morning we start the show by revisiting issues around the “Kill the boer song court case”. There has been mixed reaction around whether this does constitute as hate speech and this morning we use the opportunity to reflect on this issue. To help us navigate this issue, we are joined in studio by …
On our consumer feature today, Lionel answers all your consumer related issues. What questions are troubling you and how can he assist?
Guest:: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder of Financial Wise Corner
On our consumer feature today, Lionel answers all your consumer related issues. What questions are troubling you and how can he assist?
Guest:: Lionel Makokotlela – Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Guest: Buhle Booi – Spokesperson at Ndifuna ukwazi
Guest: Karen Hendricks – From Reclaim the City
This coming Wednesday marks exactly two years since housing activists won their court challenge setting aside the sale of Tafelberg to private developers. The activists are accusing the Western Cape government of dragging its feet. Premier Alan Winde promised that the land would be unblocked for social housing. But two years later, nothing has happened. To discuss this further in an effort to understand what’s causing the delay, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Buhle Booi – Spokesperson at Ndifuna ukwazi
Guest: Karen Hendricks – From Reclaim the City
This coming Wednesday marks exactly two years since housing activists won their court challenge setting aside the sale of Tafelberg to private developers. The activists are accusing the Western Cape government of dragging its feet. Premier Alan Winde promised that the land would be unblocked for social housing. But two years later, nothing has happened. To discuss this further in an effort to understand what’s causing the delay, we are joined on the line by...
This morning, we speak to General Molefi Hlalele about a concept he came up with for people who would like to become farmers, but don’t have the funds to do so. He calls is the H-Concept which he has been using to farm different types of crops without owning the land or the equipment. This is something that may come in very handy especially looking at the high number of unemployed young people. He now joins us on the line to educate us on this concept and how it came about. He’s also an author and focuses a lot on leadership...
Guest: General Molefi Hlalele – Author of a book entitled No Surrender.
This morning, we speak to General Molefi Hlalele about a concept he came up with for people who would like to become farmers, but don’t have the funds to do so. He calls is the H-Concept which he has been using to farm different types of crops without owning the land or the equipment. This is something that may come in very handy especially looking at the high number of unemployed young people. He now joins us on the line to educate us on this concept and how it came about. He’s also an author and focuses a lot on leadership...
Guest: General Molefi Hlalele – Author of a book entitled No Surrender.
This morning, we end the week with one of South Africa’s greatest exports: Mafikizolo. For many years they have dominated
weddings, parties and highly respected internationally. They really don’t need an introduction…
Guest: Theo Kgosinkwe – Musicians and member of Mafikizolo
This morning, we end the week with one of South Africa’s greatest exports: Mafikizolo. For many years they have dominated
weddings, parties and highly respected internationally. They really don’t need an introduction…
Guest: Theo Kgosinkwe – Musicians and member of Mafikizolo
Yesterday (Thursday), the Equality Court ruled that the struggle song “Kill the Boer” was not deemed hate speech and dismissed Afriforum’s application with costs. In the ruling, Judge Edwin Molahlehi ruled that the organization did not prove that the song incited violence and dismissed the expert witnesses to prove its case.
The Economic Freedom Fighters released a statement after the ruling, hailing the landmark judgement as a victory for the party. The party also highlighted that the song must be protected under the rubric of free speech, and debate around the song must be left to the political contestation within society
Guest: Seth Mazibuko – Former political activist who is now a community and social activist
Yesterday (Thursday), the Equality Court ruled that the struggle song “Kill the Boer” was not deemed hate speech and dismissed Afriforum’s application with costs. In the ruling, Judge Edwin Molahlehi ruled that the organization did not prove that the song incited violence and dismissed the expert witnesses to prove its case.
The Economic Freedom Fighters released a statement after the ruling, hailing the landmark judgement as a victory for the party. The party also highlighted that the song must be protected under the rubric of free speech, and debate around the song must be left to the political contestation within society
Guest: Seth Mazibuko – Former political activist who is now a community and social activist
Generation equality is a global campaign that is aimed at achieving gender equality by 2030. This movement has the most visionary agenda for the human rights of women and girls, everywhere. The campaign demands equal pay, equal sharing of unpaid care and domestic work. The campaign demands for an end to sexual harassment and violence against women and girls.
It also speaks to healthcare services that respond to their needs. Finally, it calls for equal participation in political life and in decision-making in all areas of life. South Africa has been described as the rape capital of the world and the most unequal society in the world. There is a disconnect between the work of
this global campaign to our local reality. What work do we need to do to make gender equality viable, feasible and tangibly achievable by 2030?
Guest: Adv. Mojanku Gumbi - Chancellor at the University of Venda
Guest: Dr. Palesa Sekhejane - Director of Strategic Partnership at the Human Sciences Research Council
Generation equality is a global campaign that is aimed at achieving gender equality by 2030. This movement has the most visionary agenda for the human rights of women and girls, everywhere. The campaign demands equal pay, equal sharing of unpaid care and domestic work. The campaign demands for an end to sexual harassment and violence against women and girls.
It also speaks to healthcare services that respond to their needs. Finally, it calls for equal participation in political life and in decision-making in all areas of life. South Africa has been described as the rape capital of the world and the most unequal society in the world. There is a disconnect between the work of
this global campaign to our local reality. What work do we need to do to make gender equality viable, feasible and tangibly achievable by 2030?
Guest: Adv. Mojanku Gumbi - Chancellor at the University of Venda
Guest: Dr. Palesa Sekhejane - Director of Strategic Partnership at the Human Sciences Research Council
Provisional results from vote counting in Angola's general election indicate that the ruling, People's Movement for the Liberation of Angola, MPLA, which has been in power for nearly five decades, holds a strong lead over the main opposition party, National Union for the Total Independence of Angola, UNITA.
Some commentators believed that UNITA had its best-ever chance of victory as millions of youth were likely to express frustration with nearly five decades of MPLA rule. To look at what we should read into the latest developments and also what can Angolans expect after these elections seeing that the MPLA is likely to remain in power, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Ross Harvey – Director of Research at Good Governance Africa
Provisional results from vote counting in Angola's general election indicate that the ruling, People's Movement for the Liberation of Angola, MPLA, which has been in power for nearly five decades, holds a strong lead over the main opposition party, National Union for the Total Independence of Angola, UNITA.
Some commentators believed that UNITA had its best-ever chance of victory as millions of youth were likely to express frustration with nearly five decades of MPLA rule. To look at what we should read into the latest developments and also what can Angolans expect after these elections seeing that the MPLA is likely to remain in power, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Ross Harvey – Director of Research at Good Governance Africa
This morning, Open Secrets is releasing their latest investigative report looking at officials at the Hawks and the National Prosecuting Authority being accused of delaying or obstructing justice for state capture crimes. The Zondo Commission was unable to make findings or recommendations on the NPA and Hawks in its final report due to resource and time constraints. This is the missing chapter on state capture at the NPA and Hawks.
Guest: Ra'eesa Pather - Investigator at Open Secrets
According to the Law Society of South Africa, only 21% of admitted attorneys are black women. According to the SA Women Lawyers Association, only 28% of admitted advocates are black women.
Whilst the profession is often described as traditionally white and male dominated, there are female-led firms emerging and resetting the scales of justice. Our next guest shares her journey on how women are advancing in the legal sphere, what challenges are they facing and how do we use those platforms to build a stronger network of female lawyers regarding different specialisation.
Guest: Feziwe Phungula - Director of Mncedisi, Ndlovu and Sedimedu Attorneys
This morning, Open Secrets is releasing their latest investigative report looking at officials at the Hawks and the National Prosecuting Authority being accused of delaying or obstructing justice for state capture crimes. The Zondo Commission was unable to make findings or recommendations on the NPA and Hawks in its final report due to resource and time constraints. This is the missing chapter on state capture at the NPA and Hawks.
Guest: Ra'eesa Pather - Investigator at Open Secrets
The situation is tense but calm in Middelburg, Mpumalanga following the fatal shooting of two Steve Tshwete Municipal workers on Wednesday. Two other workers have been hospitalised following the shooting. Private security guards contracted by the municipality opened fire at striking municipal workers who were forcing their way into the municipal building on Wednesday. The workers have been on strike for the past weeks demanding better salaries and reinstatement of 16 workers suspended in July. This is not the first of such incidents, we have seen councillors killed while
others threatened in other parts of the country. KZN, North West and the Eastern Cape just to name a few. Today we thought to zoom in a bit into what could be behind incidents of this nature. Is greed for positions or just politics playing itself out and also what is it that government is doing about it? To help us navigate this issue,
Guest: Thembi Nkadimeng – Deputy Minister for the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Dr Tim Maake – Local government specialist
The situation is tense but calm in Middelburg, Mpumalanga following the fatal shooting of two Steve Tshwete Municipal workers on Wednesday. Two other workers have been hospitalised following the shooting. Private security guards contracted by the municipality opened fire at striking municipal workers who were forcing their way into the municipal building on Wednesday. The workers have been on strike for the past weeks demanding better salaries and reinstatement of 16 workers suspended in July. This is not the first of such incidents, we have seen councillors killed while
others threatened in other parts of the country. KZN, North West and the Eastern Cape just to name a few. Today we thought to zoom in a bit into what could be behind incidents of this nature. Is greed for positions or just politics playing itself out and also what is it that government is doing about it? To help us navigate this issue,
Guest: Thembi Nkadimeng – Deputy Minister for the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Dr Tim Maake – Local government specialist
Bryan is back today and he says that one of the principals of investing is to not allow emotions to enter into your decision-making process. How then do you find the balance?
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Today Lionel focuses on the impact that blacklisting has on our wellbeing. He now joins us to educate us on the subject…
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Economists are warning that Cosatu and SAftu’s shutdown will have dire consequences for the economy. The two labour federations are encouraging the nation to join the protest action. Come tomorrow, what is the Casatu expecting seeing that SAFTU’s Zwelinzima Vavi is not sure about the support. Cosatu is however very confident that the action will be supported. Also what do they make of what economists are saying regarding how the strike will make things worse for the economy as not much will change?
Guest: Sizwe Pamla - Spokesperson of Congress of South African Trade Unions
Economists are warning that Cosatu and SAftu’s shutdown will have dire consequences for the economy. The two labour federations are encouraging the nation to join the protest action. Come tomorrow, what is the Casatu expecting seeing that SAFTU’s Zwelinzima Vavi is not sure about the support. Cosatu is however very confident that the action will be supported. Also what do they make of what economists are saying regarding how the strike will make things worse for the economy as not much will change?
Guest: Sizwe Pamla - Spokesperson of Congress of South African Trade Unions
Last week, advocacy groups dealing with the land issue held a conference entitled: Failed Promise of Tenure Security. The conference was looking to inform and enrich the public on some of the obstacle taking place on the ground that may threaten tenure rights. Some of the issues that seem to be problematic is that of communal land and the way traditional leaders deal with the issue. Let’s use this hour now to try and understand
Guest: Nolundi Luwaya – Director at the Land and Accountability Research Centre
Guest: Tshepo Fokane - Researcher at the Alliance for Rural Democracy
Guest: Grace Maledu – Community activist at the Lesetlheng community (She was behind the successful court case against Itereleng Bakgatla Mineral Resources, challenging the legality of the company’s attempts to forcibly remove the community of Lesethleng from their land)
Last week, advocacy groups dealing with the land issue held a conference entitled: Failed Promise of Tenure Security. The conference was looking to inform and enrich the public on some of the obstacle taking place on the ground that may threaten tenure rights. Some of the issues that seem to be problematic is that of communal land and the way traditional leaders deal with the issue. Let’s use this hour now to try and understand
Guest: Nolundi Luwaya – Director at the Land and Accountability Research Centre
Guest: Tshepo Fokane - Researcher at the Alliance for Rural Democracy
Guest: Grace Maledu – Community activist at the Lesetlheng community (She was behind the successful court case against Itereleng Bakgatla Mineral Resources, challenging the legality of the company’s attempts to forcibly remove the community of Lesethleng from their land)
According to Statistics South Africa, the national disability prevalence rate is 7.5 percent, yet employees with disabilities make up only 1 percent of the workforce. Whilst young people have been the most affected, society has paid little attention to persons with disabilities and how they can access employment opportunities. Due to the education system, only 4% can accommodate persons with disabilities and limited to access educational opportunities. As a result, households headed by persons with disabilities were also found to have less access to basic services compared to able-bodied persons.
Guest: Luveshni Odayar - Recipient of the 2022 Dialogue and Advocacy Fellowship (Nelson Mandela Foundation)
Guest: Seadimo Tlale - Research Advisor to the Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and Older Persons Rights at the SA Human Rights Commission
Guest: Lidia Pretorius - Disability and Inclusion activist
According to Statistics South Africa, the national disability prevalence rate is 7.5 percent, yet employees with disabilities make up only 1 percent of the workforce. Whilst young people have been the most affected, society has paid little attention to persons with disabilities and how they can access employment opportunities. Due to the education system, only 4% can accommodate persons with disabilities and limited to access educational opportunities. As a result, households headed by persons with disabilities were also found to have less access to basic services compared to able-bodied persons.
Guest: Luveshni Odayar - Recipient of the 2022 Dialogue and Advocacy Fellowship (Nelson Mandela Foundation)
Guest: Seadimo Tlale - Research Advisor to the Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and Older Persons Rights at the SA Human Rights Commission
Guest: Lidia Pretorius - Disability and Inclusion activist
In the past 18 months, there has been a heated dispute surrounding travel routes in the public transport sector. There have been targeted incidents of intimidation, shooting and stoning. These incidents have put passengers and staff in danger, as attacks have taken place at bus premises as well.
Intercape carries up to 1,2 million commuters every year and since 2019, it has reported 150 violent incidents. The bus carrier has called for the President and the Department of Transport to intervene. According to the Department of Transport, an inter-ministerial committee has been created to address these reports. To help us unpack the economic and social implications of this has on the industry,
Guest: Basil Govender - Executive Manager of Southern African Bus Operators Association
In the past 18 months, there has been a heated dispute surrounding travel routes in the public transport sector. There have been targeted incidents of intimidation, shooting and stoning. These incidents have put passengers and staff in danger, as attacks have taken place at bus premises as well.
Intercape carries up to 1,2 million commuters every year and since 2019, it has reported 150 violent incidents. The bus carrier has called for the President and the Department of Transport to intervene. According to the Department of Transport, an inter-ministerial committee has been created to address these reports. To help us unpack the economic and social implications of this has on the industry,
Guest: Basil Govender - Executive Manager of Southern African Bus Operators Association
We speak now to Brenda Madumise-Pajibo, who is one of the directors at advocacy organisation called, Women Inspired Solutions for Empowerment. They have written a letter to the president question why he’s not saying anything about allegations of sexual harassment against Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. To tell us more on this and why they decided to write the letter,
Guest: Brenda Madumise-Pajibo – Director at Women Inspired Solutions for Empowerment
We speak now to Brenda Madumise-Pajibo, who is one of the directors at advocacy organisation called, Women Inspired Solutions for Empowerment. They have written a letter to the president question why he’s not saying anything about allegations of sexual harassment against Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. To tell us more on this and why they decided to write the letter,
Guest: Brenda Madumise-Pajibo – Director at Women Inspired Solutions for Empowerment
Today, we are doing things a little bit differently. As we bury one of Kwaito’s biggest artists, Tokollo “Magesh” Shabalala, one of the members of TKZee who died on Tuesday after an epileptic seizure, in this hour, we pay tribute to a genre that has pioneered the new South African and how it has helped provide a blueprint for other genres to develop their own authentic sound. We take you through personal backstories, the culture and the origins of Kwaito. As the hour progresses, we will be playing music that made the genre prominent: Zola, Boom Shaka, TKZee, Trompies and many others. To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr. Sipho Sithole - Research Fellow at the University of Johannesburg (He’s been in the music business for many years)
Today, we are doing things a little bit differently. As we bury one of Kwaito’s biggest artists, Tokollo “Magesh” Shabalala, one of the members of TKZee who died on Tuesday after an epileptic seizure, in this hour, we pay tribute to a genre that has pioneered the new South African and how it has helped provide a blueprint for other genres to develop their own authentic sound. We take you through personal backstories, the culture and the origins of Kwaito. As the hour progresses, we will be playing music that made the genre prominent: Zola, Boom Shaka, TKZee, Trompies and many others. To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr. Sipho Sithole - Research Fellow at the University of Johannesburg (He’s been in the music business for many years)
Amandla.Mobi handed over a signed petition to the Presidency and the Department of Social Development earlier this year. At the time, over 58 000 people had signed the petition to bring back the SRD grant. Initially, the campaign began to outline that people were struggling to survive well before the COVID-19 pandemic and has highlighted the need to introduce permanent basic income. Amandla. Mobi has joined hands with organizations who work in social security to demand for basic income support. Earlier this month, the group protested outside of the Presidential Social Sector Summit in Boksburg where protesters demanded that the Department of Social Development urgently fix the distribution of the R350 grant as millions are affected. To discuss this further, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Koketso Moeti - Executive Director at Amandla.Mobi
Guest: Lumka Oliphant - Spokesperson at the Department of Social Development
Amandla.Mobi handed over a signed petition to the Presidency and the Department of Social Development earlier this year. At the time, over 58 000 people had signed the petition to bring back the SRD grant. Initially, the campaign began to outline that people were struggling to survive well before the COVID-19 pandemic and has highlighted the need to introduce permanent basic income. Amandla. Mobi has joined hands with organizations who work in social security to demand for basic income support. Earlier this month, the group protested outside of the Presidential Social Sector Summit in Boksburg where protesters demanded that the Department of Social Development urgently fix the distribution of the R350 grant as millions are affected. To discuss this further, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Koketso Moeti - Executive Director at Amandla.Mobi
Guest: Lumka Oliphant - Spokesperson at the Department of Social Development
Ghana was one of the ten leading countries when it comes to tourists visiting South Africa. Coming after Kenya and Nigeria, Ghana contributed 13.4% of tourists to South Africa in 2022. Trade between the two countries amounts to US$2 billion. This week, a delegation representing the Ghana Tourism Authority and Ghana Investment Promotion Agency will join the Ghanaian High Commission as it hosts various networking activities throughout the week to provide new economic areas where the nations can show the benefits of the African Free Continental Trade Agreement.
Guest: Hon. Mark Okraku Mantey - Deputy Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts in Ghana (pdf)
This month, the Commission for Gender Equality will commemorate 25 years as a chapter nine institution. The institution was established under section 187 to ensure that would advance gender equality through policy development, public education, monitoring, evaluation and research. Despite this mandate, women are still faced with inequality in South Africa as it relates to paid work and leadership. Women are facing the scourge of gender-based violence and feel unsafe in their communities as attaining justice against their perpetrators is still the exception and not the norm. As we reflect over the last quarter century, we assess the victories and failures of the institutions. What are the ways this institution is finding avenues to work with stakeholders to build an inclusive, more economically productive and safer country for its women?
Guest: Javu Baloyi - Spokesperson of the Commission for Gender Equality
Guest: Qhama Noveve - Researcher at the Centre for Women and Gender Studies at the Nelson Mandela University (Ph.D candidate on Gender Transformation)
Guest: Prof. Amanda Gouws - Distinguished Professor of Political Science and SARChI Chair in Gender Politics at Stellenbosch University (former Commissioner at the CGE: 2012 -2014)
This month, the Commission for Gender Equality will commemorate 25 years as a chapter nine institution. The institution was established under section 187 to ensure that would advance gender equality through policy development, public education, monitoring, evaluation and research. Despite this mandate, women are still faced with inequality in South Africa as it relates to paid work and leadership. Women are facing the scourge of gender-based violence and feel unsafe in their communities as attaining justice against their perpetrators is still the exception and not the norm. As we reflect over the last quarter century, we assess the victories and failures of the institutions. What are the ways this institution is finding avenues to work with stakeholders to build an inclusive, more economically productive and safer country for its women?
Guest: Javu Baloyi - Spokesperson of the Commission for Gender Equality
Guest: Qhama Noveve - Researcher at the Centre for Women and Gender Studies at the Nelson Mandela University (Ph.D candidate on Gender Transformation)
Guest: Prof. Amanda Gouws - Distinguished Professor of Political Science and SARChI Chair in Gender Politics at Stellenbosch University (former Commissioner at the CGE: 2012 -2014)
Ghana was one of the ten leading countries when it comes to tourists visiting South Africa. Coming after Kenya and Nigeria, Ghana contributed 13.4% of tourists to South Africa in 2022. Trade between the two countries amounts to US$2 billion. This week, a delegation representing the Ghana Tourism Authority and Ghana Investment Promotion Agency will join the Ghanaian High Commission as it hosts various networking activities throughout the week to provide new economic areas where the nations can show the benefits of the African Free Continental Trade Agreement.
Guest: Hon. Mark Okraku Mantey - Deputy Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts in Ghana (pdf)
Earlier this week, we held a panel discussion surrounding the state of Steve Tshwete Local Municipality. W e had members of the South African Municipal Workers Union. Last night, one of their members were killed and three others injured when private security opened fire. The private security were allegedly employed by the Council to secure the building. We are joined by one of the members…
Guest: Thandiwe Mahlangu Sibanyoni
The continent’s eight regional economic communities (RECs) and two regional mechanisms collectively have 106 members. However, these multiple affiliations often means that membership is stretched over-capacity and potentially weakens their core functionality. For example, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) is holding its annual summit in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The DRC belongs to three RECs: SADC, the East African Community (EAC) and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS). Kinshasa’s diplomatic capacity has been tested this week as Rwanda has been vying for it to cast aside the other two regional blocs. Are these intermingling blocs impeding economic development of the continent?
Guest: Izak Khomo - African Affairs Analyst
Earlier this week, we held a panel discussion surrounding the state of Steve Tshwete Local Municipality. W e had members of the South African Municipal Workers Union. Last night, one of their members were killed and three others injured when private security opened fire. The private security were allegedly employed by the Council to secure the building. We are joined by one of the members…
Guest: Thandiwe Mahlangu Sibanyoni
The continent’s eight regional economic communities (RECs) and two regional mechanisms collectively have 106 members. However, these multiple affiliations often means that membership is stretched over-capacity and potentially weakens their core functionality. For example, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) is holding its annual summit in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The DRC belongs to three RECs: SADC, the East African Community (EAC) and the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS). Kinshasa’s diplomatic capacity has been tested this week as Rwanda has been vying for it to cast aside the other two regional blocs. Are these intermingling blocs impeding economic development of the continent?
Guest: Izak Khomo - African Affairs Analyst
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department has just released a performance report on the work over the past six month under the operation Buya Mthetho. According to the report, the JMPD has made over 3000 arrests and responded to over 70 protests in the last six months addressing issues such as illegal land occupation, electricity and . Whilst the report outlines the concerted effort to heighten police visibility in hotspot areas, there are still concerns being raised surrounding the budgetary constraints that present a challenge in the sustainability of these operations and living in safer communities a short-lived endeavor. To help us unpack this,
Guest: Brian Tembe - MMC of Public Safety in the City of Johannesburg (tbc)
The Johannesburg Metro Police Department has just released a performance report on the work over the past six month under the operation Buya Mthetho. According to the report, the JMPD has made over 3000 arrests and responded to over 70 protests in the last six months addressing issues such as illegal land occupation, electricity and . Whilst the report outlines the concerted effort to heighten police visibility in hotspot areas, there are still concerns being raised surrounding the budgetary constraints that present a challenge in the sustainability of these operations and living in safer communities a short-lived endeavor. To help us unpack this,
Guest: Brian Tembe - MMC of Public Safety in the City of Johannesburg (tbc)
Last week, we had a caller who shared their story on the challenges he has been facing with the Unemployment Insurance Fund in accessing his contributions. This sparked several calls from listeners from all over the country who are experiencing similar challenges. Today, we speak to the officials who are responsible for overseeing these funds to hear what can be done for our listeners.
Guest(Studio): Teboho Maruping - UIF Commissioner
Guest(Studio): Tshiamo Molema - Deputy Director Unemployment Insurance Fund
Guest: BJ Tshiamo – Director of Operations at UIF
Last week, we had a caller who shared their story on the challenges he has been facing with the Unemployment Insurance Fund in accessing his contributions. This sparked several calls from listeners from all over the country who are experiencing similar challenges. Today, we speak to the officials who are responsible for overseeing these funds to hear what can be done for our listeners.
Guest(Studio): Teboho Maruping - UIF Commissioner
Guest(Studio): Tshiamo Molema - Deputy Director Unemployment Insurance Fund
Guest: BJ Tshiamo – Director of Operations at UIF
Cleft lip and palate are among the five most common birth defects reported in South Africa. A cleft lip is a physical separation of the two sides of the upper lip and appears as a narrow opening or gap in the skin of the upper lip. While a cleft palate is a split or opening in the roof of the mouth. One in 700 births occur with cleft lip and palate. Children with clefts may have delayed feeding and language development. These children may also be at a higher risk for ear infections, hearing impairments and tooth problems. As we commemorate Child Health Month, we wanted to shine a spotlight on this condition and give parents an opportunity to ask questions.
Guest: Dr Paul Skoll - Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon at the Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital
Guest: Dr. Thendo Netshiongolwe - Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon
Cleft lip and palate are among the five most common birth defects reported in South Africa. A cleft lip is a physical separation of the two sides of the upper lip and appears as a narrow opening or gap in the skin of the upper lip. While a cleft palate is a split or opening in the roof of the mouth. One in 700 births occur with cleft lip and palate. Children with clefts may have delayed feeding and language development. These children may also be at a higher risk for ear infections, hearing impairments and tooth problems. As we commemorate Child Health Month, we wanted to shine a spotlight on this condition and give parents an opportunity to ask questions.
Guest: Dr Paul Skoll - Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon at the Netcare Christiaan Barnard Memorial Hospital
Guest: Dr. Thendo Netshiongolwe - Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon
An independent investigator has been appointed by Gauteng Premier to probe the allegations against government officials related to the murder of Babita Deokaran. This after a NEWS24 article revealed that R850 million in fraudulent contracts were identified by the late senior Gauteng Health official. To help us understand these new developments,
Guest: Wayne Duvenage
An independent investigator has been appointed by Gauteng Premier to probe the allegations against government officials related to the murder of Babita Deokaran. This after a NEWS24 article revealed that R850 million in fraudulent contracts were identified by the late senior Gauteng Health official. To help us understand these new developments,
Guest: Wayne Duvenage
This morning, we take you to the Steve Tshwete Municipality after the Mayor’s house was set alight on Sunday. In February this year, a house belonging to a SAMWU member was also petrol bombed. The municipality and trade union SAMWU have been at loggerheads for quiet some time with some reports indicating that the unhappiness is around the appointment of the Municipal manager which the community is apparently not happy with. To try and get an understanding of what is really going on there,
Guest: Motsibi Wa-Monareng – SABC journalist in Mpumalanga
Guest: Frans Selolo - South African Municipal Workers Union
Guest: Sello Matshoga - African National Congress (Mpumalanga)
This morning, we take you to the Steve Tshwete Municipality after the Mayor’s house was set alight on Sunday. In February this year, a house belonging to a SAMWU member was also petrol bombed. The municipality and trade union SAMWU have been at loggerheads for quiet some time with some reports indicating that the unhappiness is around the appointment of the Municipal manager which the community is apparently not happy with. To try and get an understanding of what is really going on there,
Guest: Motsibi Wa-Monareng – SABC journalist in Mpumalanga
Guest: Frans Selolo - South African Municipal Workers Union
Guest: Sello Matshoga - African National Congress (Mpumalanga)
Today marks exactly 10 years since the Marikana massacre. Police opened fire on striking mineworkers who were demanding a higher wage. The news made international headlines as nobody was expecting that something like this could happen under a democratic government. Let’s speak now to one of the family members to of the victims of that tragic day as we welcome…
Guest: Nowili Lohapo - Daughter of the late Jackson Lohapo (victim of the Marikana Massacre)
Today marks exactly 10 years since the Marikana massacre. Police opened fire on striking mineworkers who were demanding a higher wage. The news made international headlines as nobody was expecting that something like this could happen under a democratic government. Let’s speak now to one of the family members to of the victims of that tragic day as we welcome…
Guest: Nowili Lohapo - Daughter of the late Jackson Lohapo (victim of the Marikana Massacre)
This morning, we continue the conversation about the cooling off periods of credit agreements…
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
This morning, we continue the conversation about the cooling off periods of credit agreements…
Guest: Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
As you’ve heard in the news that the newly-elected ANC North West chairperson, Nono Maloyi, has called on all party members to unite to ensure that basic services are delivered to residents of the province. Maloyi who defeated the current premier, Bushy Maape for the position of the ANC provincial chairperson, was delivering his acceptance speech at the party's provincial elective conference in Rustenburg. Other members elected with Maloyi, include his deputy Lazzy Mokgosi, who defeated Paul Sebegoe. Louis Diremelo is the provincial secretary after beating Keneetswe Mosenogi. Diremelo's deputy is Viola Motsumi. Sello Lehari who defeated Lena Miga is the new ANC provincial treasurer. But the conference didn’t go without drama.
Guest: Patrick Dintwa – SABC journalist in the North West
As you’ve heard in the news that the newly-elected ANC North West chairperson, Nono Maloyi, has called on all party members to unite to ensure that basic services are delivered to residents of the province. Maloyi who defeated the current premier, Bushy Maape for the position of the ANC provincial chairperson, was delivering his acceptance speech at the party's provincial elective conference in Rustenburg. Other members elected with Maloyi, include his deputy Lazzy Mokgosi, who defeated Paul Sebegoe. Louis Diremelo is the provincial secretary after beating Keneetswe Mosenogi. Diremelo's deputy is Viola Motsumi. Sello Lehari who defeated Lena Miga is the new ANC provincial treasurer. But the conference didn’t go without drama.
Guest: Patrick Dintwa – SABC journalist in the North West
Last week, Home Affairs Ministry announced that Pakistani and Bangladeshi travellers will now require a transit visa to travel to the country. He also announced that R2.4 billion has been set aside to digitise 350 million civic documents dating back to 1895. The minister now joins us toexplain the new developments and other issues pertaining to his department…
Guest: Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi - Minister of Home Affairs
Last week, Home Affairs Ministry announced that Pakistani and Bangladeshi travellers will now require a transit visa to travel to the country. He also announced that R2.4 billion has been set aside to digitise 350 million civic documents dating back to 1895. The minister now joins us toexplain the new developments and other issues pertaining to his department…
Guest: Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi - Minister of Home Affairs
20 alleged instigators arrested for public violence during the July unrest last year are expected to appear in the Durban Magistrate's today (Friday). The Hawks say in a statement that the suspects were arrested in parts of KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, North West, Free State, Western Cape and the Northern Cape. The multi-disciplinary team who worked on the investigation includes the digital forensic investigation team. It is alleged that the suspects used social media and other platforms to incite public violence. Our reporter Nonkululeko Hlophe is at the court and she now joins us on the line...
Guest: Nonkululeko Hlophe – SABC reporter in KZN
20 alleged instigators arrested for public violence during the July unrest last year are expected to appear in the Durban Magistrate's today (Friday). The Hawks say in a statement that the suspects were arrested in parts of KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, North West, Free State, Western Cape and the Northern Cape. The multi-disciplinary team who worked on the investigation includes the digital forensic investigation team. It is alleged that the suspects used social media and other platforms to incite public violence. Our reporter Nonkululeko Hlophe is at the court and she now joins us on the line...
Guest: Nonkululeko Hlophe – SABC reporter in KZN
Climate change is a global phenomena that impacts how we live and has had an adverse effect on poor populations, particularly in the developing world. The most vulnerable groups to climate change are children, the elderly and women.
Since tropical cyclone Idai and the KZN Floods, there had to navigate the devasting impacts of environmental displacement. We have had been more candid conversations on climate change's impact on our social realities such as housing and infrastructure. On an economic level, we are seeing more conversations being had on exploration of fossil fuels and finding sustainable ways of responding to resource scarcities such as electricity or water.
Guest: Melissa Groenink - Programme Manager and Attorney at Natural Justice (work on litigating against the Karpowerships gas-to-power plant)
Guest: Rendani Nenguda – Research Associate at the Oppenheimer Generations Research and Conservation (Also has background in climate change and conservation)
Guest: Francesca de Gasparis - Executive Director for SAFCEI
Climate change is a global phenomena that impacts how we live and has had an adverse effect on poor populations, particularly in the developing world. The most vulnerable groups to climate change are children, the elderly and women.
Since tropical cyclone Idai and the KZN Floods, there had to navigate the devasting impacts of environmental displacement. We have had been more candid conversations on climate change's impact on our social realities such as housing and infrastructure. On an economic level, we are seeing more conversations being had on exploration of fossil fuels and finding sustainable ways of responding to resource scarcities such as electricity or water.
Guest: Melissa Groenink - Programme Manager and Attorney at Natural Justice (work on litigating against the Karpowerships gas-to-power plant)
Guest: Rendani Nenguda – Research Associate at the Oppenheimer Generations Research and Conservation (Also has background in climate change and conservation)
Guest: Francesca de Gasparis - Executive Director for SAFCEI
From his first album as King Rap to his current Afro-Soul music, our next guest experimented with popular music throughout the late 1980’s and 1990’s. “Boss of the Road” was the song that marked Joe Nina as a talented composer, producer and innovator as his genre changed the face of South African music forever. Deservedly, Joe Nina was celebrated for the originality of his music and crowned as ‘The Pioneer of Kwaito’.
Committed to the development of local musical talent, Joe Nina is a devoted arts activist who believes in economic independence of the artist – and that a new business model with sound commercial rewards for musicians is long overdue. Some years ago, Joe Nina achieved yet another of his life goals by starting a record label company to assist young and upcoming musicians transform their careers and lives. The record label, Killa Joe, is self-funded and is a testimony to Joe Nina’s unwavering commitment to documenting African indigenous music.
Guest(Studio): Joe Nina (Makhosini Henry Xaba) – Song writer, singer and producer
From his first album as King Rap to his current Afro-Soul music, our next guest experimented with popular music throughout the late 1980’s and 1990’s. “Boss of the Road” was the song that marked Joe Nina as a talented composer, producer and innovator as his genre changed the face of South African music forever. Deservedly, Joe Nina was celebrated for the originality of his music and crowned as ‘The Pioneer of Kwaito’.
Committed to the development of local musical talent, Joe Nina is a devoted arts activist who believes in economic independence of the artist – and that a new business model with sound commercial rewards for musicians is long overdue. Some years ago, Joe Nina achieved yet another of his life goals by starting a record label company to assist young and upcoming musicians transform their careers and lives. The record label, Killa Joe, is self-funded and is a testimony to Joe Nina’s unwavering commitment to documenting African indigenous music.
Guest(Studio): Joe Nina (Makhosini Henry Xaba) – Song writer, singer and producer
Two weeks ago, we had a caller from Durban who spoke to us about taxi associations targeting lift clubs in the region. Listeners also sent messages that confirmed that there is an operation called “Tlhokomela” and passengers of the lift clubs in townships are being thrown out of the vehicles. Today, we get a response from the provincial Transport and Community Safety fraternity on what it is that commuters can do when they are being targeted.
Guest: Kwanele Ncalane - Spokesperson for the MEC of Transport in KZN
Two weeks ago, we had a caller from Durban who spoke to us about taxi associations targeting lift clubs in the region. Listeners also sent messages that confirmed that there is an operation called “Tlhokomela” and passengers of the lift clubs in townships are being thrown out of the vehicles. Today, we get a response from the provincial Transport and Community Safety fraternity on what it is that commuters can do when they are being targeted.
Guest: Kwanele Ncalane - Spokesperson for the MEC of Transport in KZN
New data from UNAIDS on the global HIV response reveals that progress against the HIV pandemic has faltered and resources have shrunk. This led to approximately 1.5 million new cases and treatment programmes lagging across the world. There is a more concerning underbelly to these new cases: 70% were in key populations like young women and adolescent girls, men who have sex with men, trans women and people who inject drugs. In sub-Saharan Africa, adolescent girls and young women are three times as likely to acquire HIV as adolescent boys and young men.
Guest: Cynthia Ngwalo-Lungu – Senior Regional Gender Advisor (UNAIDS Regional Support Team East and Southern Africa)
Guest: Dr Yogan Pillay – Extraordinary Professor in the Division of Public Health and Health Systems, Stellenbosch University
Guest: Dr. Thato Chidarikire - Director for HIV Prevention Programmes at National Department of Health
Guest: Dr Eula Mothibi – Executive Director at Right to Care
New data from UNAIDS on the global HIV response reveals that progress against the HIV pandemic has faltered and resources have shrunk. This led to approximately 1.5 million new cases and treatment programmes lagging across the world. There is a more concerning underbelly to these new cases: 70% were in key populations like young women and adolescent girls, men who have sex with men, trans women and people who inject drugs. In sub-Saharan Africa, adolescent girls and young women are three times as likely to acquire HIV as adolescent boys and young men.
Guest: Cynthia Ngwalo-Lungu – Senior Regional Gender Advisor (UNAIDS Regional Support Team East and Southern Africa)
Guest: Dr Yogan Pillay – Extraordinary Professor in the Division of Public Health and Health Systems, Stellenbosch University
Guest: Dr. Thato Chidarikire - Director for HIV Prevention Programmes at National Department of Health
Guest: Dr Eula Mothibi – Executive Director at Right to Care
The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken has embarked on a five nation tour of the developing world. In this tour, Blinken will visit South Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. This is Blinken’s second trip to Africa since November 2021 where he visited Nigeria, Kenya and Senegal.
The purpose of the visit is to reset its continental diplomatic relations and will cover the following priorities: democracy, investment, security, Covid recovery support and clean energy. Blinken has assured that Washington will not dictate their bilateral relations with the continent and has called for other nations to do the same. This visit is taking place hot on the heels of the Russian Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov.
Guest: Sophie Mokwena – Foreign Desk Editor at the SABC
Guest: Dr. Hubert Kabasu Babu Katulondi – African Politics Analyst and Writer
The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken has embarked on a five nation tour of the developing world. In this tour, Blinken will visit South Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda. This is Blinken’s second trip to Africa since November 2021 where he visited Nigeria, Kenya and Senegal.
The purpose of the visit is to reset its continental diplomatic relations and will cover the following priorities: democracy, investment, security, Covid recovery support and clean energy. Blinken has assured that Washington will not dictate their bilateral relations with the continent and has called for other nations to do the same. This visit is taking place hot on the heels of the Russian Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov.
Guest: Sophie Mokwena – Foreign Desk Editor at the SABC
Guest: Dr. Hubert Kabasu Babu Katulondi – African Politics Analyst and Writer
Our next guest was a victim of crime when her late husband was shot and killed in a hijacking in 2017. This traumatic event forced her to see herself differently. She realised she needed to create financial empowerment to be free to make the choices that would keep her in the spotlight, growing and able to support her family.
She has since learnt to cope with that loss and is on a journey to empower women and people in leadership positions. She has learnt seven lessons that helped her to step into the spotlight instead of remaining in the chorus of your life.
Guest: Nikki Bush - International Speaker and Author
Yesterday, the office of the solicitor-general announced that government has paid out R76-million in settlements to survivors and victims of the Marikana massacre. He also announced that they were in talks with miners who were either unlawfully arrested or injured. To get they union’s reaction to what the solicitor-general had to say, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Joseph Mathunjwa - President of the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union
Yesterday, the office of the solicitor-general announced that government has paid out R76-million in settlements to survivors and victims of the Marikana massacre. He also announced that they were in talks with miners who were either unlawfully arrested or injured. To get they union’s reaction to what the solicitor-general had to say, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Joseph Mathunjwa - President of the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union
Our next guest was a victim of crime when her late husband was shot and killed in a hijacking in 2017. This traumatic event forced her to see herself differently. She realised she needed to create financial empowerment to be free to make the choices that would keep her in the spotlight, growing and able to support her family.
She has since learnt to cope with that loss and is on a journey to empower women and people in leadership positions. She has learnt seven lessons that helped her to step into the spotlight instead of remaining in the chorus of your life.
Guest: Nikki Bush - International Speaker and Author
The National Department of Health has urged South Africans to remain calm following Sunday’s announcement that monkeypox is now a public health emergency of international concern. Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), stated that there are now more than 16 000 cases in 75 countries.
What are the origins of the disease? Why do we hear so little about the disease? Why was it called Monkeypox? What are the symptoms of the virus? How does the virus compare to other viral diseases (eBola vs SARS vs Bird Flu)? How does this outbreak compare to the COVID-19 pandemic? Will we encounter the same vaccine programme that we experienced during COVID-19?
Guest: Dr Fundile Nyati - Chief Executive Officer of Proactive Health Solutions
The accountancy profession has grown since the dawn of democracy. However, only 29,1% of South African female graduates work in public-practice audit, tax and advisory firms. Of those working within public practice, these professionals are less likely to make partner than their male counterparts. This is according to the Women in the Workplace research report that looks into why women leave the public practice and how we keep female chartered accountants within the public sector.
This is one of the many challenges facing women who want to pursue a career in accountancy. The African Women Chartered Accountants (AWCA) has helped to grow the number of African female chartered accountants from 404 to 8588 in 2022. Through its ethos “develop as welead”, AWCA has to date funded 135 postgraduate students with ambitions of becoming Chartered Accountants (CAs).
Guest: Phetogo Mabaso - Established Chartered Accountant
Guest: Pumla Molope - African Women Chartered Accountants Vice President
Guest: Dankie Mokwena - Young Chartered Accountant
The National Shelter Movement of South Africa yesterday added their voice calling for the removal of Police Minister Bheki Cele for failing to deal with GBV in the country. They go on to say that the government must accept responsibility for failing the country’s women and children which they say is ruining far more lives than Covid-19 ever will. This is nothing new as nothing seems to be happening regarding the calls, where would they say the problem lies?
Guest: Advocate Bernadine Bachar - Executive Committee member at the National Shelter Movement of South Africa
Today, we will be unpacking the #TravelWithSAisHome campaign and hearing more on how the IDC has supported the Tourism industry which was battered during the lockdown. What major projects are in the pipeline as the hospitality industry opens up?
Guest: Moseketsi Mpeta - The Head of Tourism and Services at IDC
This morning, Bryan will discuss the importance of investing in financial literacy. In a recent article, a financial advisor proposed that South Africa needs a national education programme to teach financial literacy.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Our next guest seeks to answer a fundamental question that affects women in society: how do we prioritise women and children in the city’s design and infrastructure where their needs, rights and access requirements are paramount? It is important to acknowledge the interplay between gender and other forms of discrimination such as race, age or socio-economic status. To be a true ally of intersectional feminism, you need to accept your privilege understand the positions and the journeys of other feminists who are more disadvantaged than ourselves. These are the building blocks needed for feminist cities and spaces, where all are safe and free to thrive.
Guest: Dr. Judy Dlamini - Chairperson of the GBVF Response Fund
Our next guest seeks to answer a fundamental question that affects women in society: how do we prioritise women and children in the city’s design and infrastructure where their needs, rights and access requirements are paramount? It is important to acknowledge the interplay between gender and other forms of discrimination such as race, age or socio-economic status. To be a true ally of intersectional feminism, you need to accept your privilege understand the positions and the journeys of other feminists who are more disadvantaged than ourselves. These are the building blocks needed for feminist cities and spaces, where all are safe and free to thrive.
Guest: Dr. Judy Dlamini - Chairperson of the GBVF Response Fund
In 2018, the Women’s Living Heritage Monument was built to honour the women leading the historic march that played a pivotal role in the anti-Apartheid movement. The site also aimed to inspire a new generation of activists to seek social justice in our society. However, the memorial is in a state of disarray after an oversight visit to the building highlighted the lack of maintenance: a leaking roof, fire hydrants and lifts are not working. The government has spent over R200 million on the project and the R80 million to keep the building operational.
Guest: Phinah Kodisang - Gender Activist and Chief Executive Officer of Soul City Institute
Guest: Tshwarelo Mathebula - Acting Director General in the Gauteng Department of Sports, Arts and Culture
In 2018, the Women’s Living Heritage Monument was built to honour the women leading the historic march that played a pivotal role in the anti-Apartheid movement. The site also aimed to inspire a new generation of activists to seek social justice in our society. However, the memorial is in a state of disarray after an oversight visit to the building highlighted the lack of maintenance: a leaking roof, fire hydrants and lifts are not working. The government has spent over R200 million on the project and the R80 million to keep the building operational.
Guest: Phinah Kodisang - Gender Activist and Chief Executive Officer of Soul City Institute
Guest: Tshwarelo Mathebula - Acting Director General in the Gauteng Department of Sports, Arts and Culture
Last week Friday (O5 August) marked 46 since the death in detention of Mapetla Mohapi.He was the first Black Consciousness Movement leader killed in detention. Police later claimed that he had committed suicide in his cell, but history proved that this was not true even though nobody was found guilty for his death.Mohapi’s death reminds us of the long list of anti-apartheid activist who were killed in police custody and some of the face reasons given for their deaths, let’s take you down memory lane…
Guest: Dr Hlulani Mabasa – President of the Black Consciousness Movement United
The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal is today (Monday) expected to unveil its Premier candidate following the resignation of Sihle Zikalala last week Friday. When announcing his resignation, Zikalala said that he was stepping down in the interests of moving the ruling party forward and to avoid becoming a distraction. Three names are said to have been submitted by the newly elected Provincial Executive Committee and they are,
Nomusa Dube-Ncube, Amanda Bani and Mbali Fraizer. To find out what they are bringing to the table and also how difficult it’s going to be to fill Zikalala’s shoes
Guest: Xolani Dube – Political analyst based at the Xubeira Institute for Research and Development
Social media was abuzz at news that former Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng will run for president in the 2024 elections. He is standing as candidate for the All African Movement which announced on Friday that Mogoeng accepted the nomination. Let’s take a listen to how he responded last year to the question of him standing for president…
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LINK: For a perspective on this and whether Mogoeng could be the man who can lead us to a better future, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Prof Kgothatso Shai – Head of the Department of Cultural & Political Studies at the University of Limpopo
According to WWF South Africa, the country is approaching physical water scarcity by 2025. As we navigate from the recent droughts, many households are still directly impacted. In its report, the WWF has revealed that water demand is expected to exceed supply in South Africa by up to 17 percent by 2030. For households and crucial industries, having assurance of enough water, at the right quality, time and cost is vital for operations. This year, Glenfiddich is shining a light on water security in South Africa through their Challenger Club initiative which raised awareness through its expedition to Iceland. Our next guest has recently returned from the expedition and shares his passion for water conservation.
Guest: Maps Maponyane - Media Personality
Our next guest hails from KZN and her smash hit Phakade Lami, has amassed 8,5 million views on YouTube and has been nominated Record of the Year at the SA Music Awards.She has been recognized by Apple Music as one of the rising stars on the continent. Her debut album was inspired by the Zulu idiom: Ngiswele amagama, translated to “I’m at a loss for words”. Her debut album has been nominated for Best Afro Pop album as well.
Guest: Nomfundo Ngcobo – Known by her stage name Nomfundo Mho is an Afro-soul Musician
In the past week, the violence that has erupted in Krugersdorp, Tembisa and Kagiso has called into question our perception and the values of the country both locally and to the international communities. Yesterday (Thursday) residents burnt shacks and houses they believe are used by Zama Zamas to hide and commit crimes. Our country is not new to such incidents, a few months ago, Operation Dudula went on a house to house search in what they deemed as ridding communities of drug dealers. Looking at these incidents, what do they say about lawlessness in the country and also warnings of unrest bigger than what we saw last year July? To help us navigate this issue
Guest: Tshepo Matseba – MD at Reputation 1st, a boutique strategic communication and reputation management consultancy
Opposition parties have called on the Public Protector to hold the President to account on the Phala Phala matter. This is after the chapter nine institution did not disclose the answers to the 31 questions posed surrounding the investigation of the 2020 matter. After meeting yesterday, the joint statement also addressed the role of the Speaker of Parliament in the delay in response to the initial section 89 inquiry application submitted by the ATM and the dismissal of the DA's application to establish an ad-hoc committee. The opposition will meet again next week to set up committees in establishing a vote of no confidence.
Guest: Vuyo Zungula
The latest from the DRC is that the country’s government has asked that the spokesman of the UN’s peacekeeping mission, MONUSCO, leave the country. They are blaming him of increasing tensions that led to deadly protests last week. People on the ground are MONUSCO of not protecting them against the armed groups that have been targeting civilians. The UN mission has been in that country for more than ten years.
Guest(studio): Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst and language specialist at channel Africa Kiswahili desk
This week being National Science Week, we close off the show by talking to Chuma Majova, an agricultural scientist, based at the FOSST Discovery Centre at the University of Fort Hare. She is using the aeroponics project to grow food. Simply explained, it is a soilless farming method. To explain how it works and what sort of potential it has to help the country’s food production process,
Guest: Chuma Majova - An agricultural scientist, based at the FOSST Discovery Centre at the University of Fort Hare
In many of his speeches, President Cyril Ramaphosa has been calling on the private sector to get involved in supporting township business. Well, one of the popular giants in the country, Castle Larger has come up with a campaign called #ItsWithin where they will be contributing towards township businesses. They speak highly about some of the brands that came out of townships and are very successful today. One of the entrepreneurs they highlight as a success is DJ Sbu who is no stranger to both the entertainment industry and entrepreneurship. He now joins us to talk about township businesses and their contribution to the economy. We also talk to him about his own journey and the kind of challenges he faced to be where he is today.
Guest(Studio): DJ Sbu – Entrepreneur and media personality
In the past three years, the Special Tribunal has recovered over R9 billion in public funds that were lost through corruption. Whilst it has issued grant orders to government departments, state-owned entities and individuals, there is less focus on the private sector and the role it has played in corruption in the country, particularly after the Zondo Commission. The biggest challenge facing the institution is that litigants implicated in corruption have challenged the Judiciary on whether the Special Tribunal is a court of law despite having Judge Makhanya presiding the institution. In the last 24 hours, we have seen reports of the British government banning corporates found to be implicated in corruption from doing business with the state for a minimum of three years.
question is simple: Does the Special Tribunal have the capacity to recover public funds from these private sector institutions?
Guest(Studio): Adv. Selby Makgotho - Spokesperson of the Special Tribunal
Trust in nearly all institutions is low and political parties are no exceptions, particularly as corruption plagues democracies the worldover. Corruption and political financing have come under the spotlight where key questions need to be asked on how political parties are being funded.
As much as the Political Party Funding Act (PPFA) makes political parties disclose private donations, it does not speak to how they accumulate their public funding. Public funding does not come through the Independent Electoral Commission, mainly Parliament and the provincial legislatures. The PPFA only speaks to the small amount going to political parties.
Guest: Robyn Pasensie - Party Funding Researcher at My Vote Counts
Guest: Adv. Gary Pienaar - Senior Research Manager at the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES) research division of the HSRC
Our guest this morning is raising his concerns about how the Minister of Police Bheki Cele is deviating the attention from the fact that eight women were raped in the mine dump crime that took place over the weekend. Yesterday (Tuesday), Cele led a large police crew in raiding illegal immigrants at the Krugersdorp mine dump saying that they will be concentrating on all illegal mining operations. Our guest is worried that the entire operations is now shifting from the horrific rape of young women, to chasing after Zama Zamas. To share some of his thoughts on this issue,
Guest: Hassen Lorgat - Social justice activist and also with the Peoples Media Consortium
Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle. In some instances, bones become so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses such as bending over or coughing can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis-related fractures occur in the hip, wrist, or spine. There typically are no symptoms in the early stages of bone loss. Women are much more likely to develop osteoporosis than men.
While no cure exists for osteoporosis, care providers can prescribe treatment to prevent the illness from progressing further including dietary supplements, healthy lifestyle choices, or prescription medication.
Guest: Teréza Hough - CEO of the National Osteoporosis Foundation South Africa
The IDC provides funding opportunities for small, medium and micro enterprises in a challenging economy. Key among its objectives, the Small Business Finance and Regions (SBF) aims to help the growth of these businesses and this is aligned with the government’s economic reconstruction and recovery plan.
Guest: Manoj Seonath – Head of Small Business Finance at the Industrial Development Corporation
Two week ago, Gayton Mackenzie who is the District Mayor for Central Karoo Municipality marked 100 days in office. He has been criticised for interfering in matters that are not under his derestriction, while his party is praising him for having created jobs and fixed things that were not functioning over many years. So we thought to use this opportunity to talk about his 100 days in office and also the state of the municipality since he took over.
Guest: Gayton Mackenzie - District Mayor for Central Karoo Municipality
Guest: Sharifa Essop - Good Party Councillor in Beaufort West
Guest: Schaun Meyers – DA Councillor in Beaufort West
Guest: Brian Jooste – Community and Social Activist
Over the past couple of weeks, we have been focusing on how to save for retirement. Today, we focus on the formula to retirement savings.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty)
This morning, Lionel joins us in the studio to break down what a credit agreement means. What are your responsibilities and what should you understand about it?
Guest(Studio): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
According to the 2022 Women’s report, our tax statistics tell a story of gender inequality for women in lower income levels. As a result, there is greater discrimination against single-earner households and carry a far greater tax liability than dual-earner households at the same income level.
With the high prevalence of households with a female breadwinner only, this places a disproportionate tax burden on women. More than 40% of South African households are headed by a sole female breadwinner. To unpack the findings of the report,
Guest: Dr Lee-Ann Steenkamp - Programming Head of Financial Planning at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
Earlier this month, informal traders in the de Villiers trading precinct (Johannesburg CBD) were prohibited from selling their goods as JMPD officers were sent by the MMC of Economic Development to shut down operations indefinitely. As a result, these traders approached our next guest to find a legal remedy and have since filed an urgent application before the Johannesburg High Court to uphold the apex court’s initial judgment. Today, the City of Johannesburg Department of Economic Development to set the record straight surrounding the claims that the shutdown was in violation of traders rights.
Guest: Nkululeko Mbundu - MMC of Department of Economic Development
Guest: Ayanda Kela - Vice Chairman of the African Trade Organization (affiliated with SAITF)
Last week, Indlulamithi Scenarios Trust started to reflect on the current condition of the country. Today, we continue to unpack the role of social compacts in the development of the country by answering the following questions:
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What is the state and future of South Africa social compact(s)?
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What are the options, or impediments and processes for compacting?
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What framework or approach for compacting can work for South Africa, with who doing what, and when?
Guest (studio): Dr Tara Polzer Ngwato - Lead Researcher for the Indlulamithi Barometer
Guest (studio): Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya - Acting Project Leader for the Indlulamithi Scenarios Trust
Guest: Jackie Cilliers - Head of African Futures & Innovation at the Institute for Security Studies
This weekend, the delegates of the 6th National Policy Conference discussed a range of proposals: chemical castration, land, the unemployment crisis, gender equity, electoral reform, wealth tax, the basic income grant, the nationalization of the South African Reserve Bank, electricity and foreign policy.
Guest: Isobel Frye - Executive Director of Social Policy Initiative
Guest: Sandile Swana - Political Analyst
We kick the show off by talking about the Babita Deokaran's murder case. Last week the case against her alleged killers was postponed to the 24th of August for further investigations. The six men charged with her murder made their first appearance before the Johannesburg High Court last week Friday. Deokaran was a senior Financial official at the Gauteng Department of Health and a witness in a number of corruption investigations. She was shot dead outside her home in Johannesburg, last August, in what's believed to have been a hit. The accused are facing charges of murder, attempted murder, illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. During their arrest they allegedly made various confessions, including that former Health Minister Zweli Mkhize apparently orchestrated the hit. However they now claim to have confessed under duress. To find out where the case is and what some of the revelations are
Guest: Jeff Wicks - Investigative Journalist at News24
We kick the show off by talking about the Babita Deokaran's murder case. Last week the case against her alleged killers was postponed to the 24th of August for further investigations. The six men charged with her murder made their first appearance before the Johannesburg High Court last week Friday. Deokaran was a senior Financial official at the Gauteng Department of Health and a witness in a number of corruption investigations. She was shot dead outside her home in Johannesburg, last August, in what's believed to have been a hit. The accused are facing charges of murder, attempted murder, illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. During their arrest they allegedly made various confessions, including that former Health Minister Zweli Mkhize apparently orchestrated the hit. However they now claim to have confessed under duress. To find out where the case is and what some of the revelations are
Guest: Jeff Wicks - Investigative Journalist at News24
As part of reviving the township economy, the National Contraction Incubator is establishing a branch in Dobsonville – Soweto, to host a mentorship programme for emerging businesses within the Built Environment space, contractors, emerging manufacturers (green buildings manufacturers) and Built Environment professionals. One of the things they are highlighting is the lack of business development which makes it difficult for township businesses to compete in the market.
Guest: Patt Chalwa – CEO of the National Contraction Incubator
As part of reviving the township economy, the National Contraction Incubator is establishing a branch in Dobsonville – Soweto, to host a mentorship programme for emerging businesses within the Built Environment space, contractors, emerging manufacturers (green buildings manufacturers) and Built Environment professionals. One of the things they are highlighting is the lack of business development which makes it difficult for township businesses to compete in the market.
Guest: Patt Chalwa – CEO of the National Contraction Incubator
Growing up, our next guest would get inspired by varying musical genres – from classical music to neo-soul to RnB. Today, he is a Grammy award-winning musician and contributed as a writer for the Best Global Album, Twice As Tall by Burna Boy.
His latest EP, In the Beginning was the End, received critical acclaim as a new artist to watch by Apple Music. He has written for a new generation of artists that are paving their own international pathways such as Amanda Black, Sauti Sol and Ami Faku.
Guest: Ndumiso Manana - Musician
Growing up, our next guest would get inspired by varying musical genres – from classical music to neo-soul to RnB. Today, he is a Grammy award-winning musician and contributed as a writer for the Best Global Album, Twice As Tall by Burna Boy.
His latest EP, In the Beginning was the End, received critical acclaim as a new artist to watch by Apple Music. He has written for a new generation of artists that are paving their own international pathways such as Amanda Black, Sauti Sol and Ami Faku.
Guest: Ndumiso Manana - Musician
As part of reviving the township economy, the National Contraction Incubator is establishing a branch in Dobsonville – Soweto, to host a mentorship programme for emerging businesses within the Built Environment space, contractors, emerging manufacturers (green buildings manufacturers) and Built Environment professionals.
One of the things they are highlighting is the lack of business development which makes it difficult for township businesses to compete in the market.To tell us more about this approach and what they are hoping to achieve through this,
Guest: Patt Chalwa – CEO of the National Contraction Incubator
As part of reviving the township economy, the National Contraction Incubator is establishing a branch in Dobsonville – Soweto, to host a mentorship programme for emerging businesses within the Built Environment space, contractors, emerging manufacturers (green buildings manufacturers) and Built Environment professionals.
One of the things they are highlighting is the lack of business development which makes it difficult for township businesses to compete in the market.To tell us more about this approach and what they are hoping to achieve through this,
Guest: Patt Chalwa – CEO of the National Contraction Incubator
The African National Congress gears up for its policy conference that starts this evening. Ahead of this conference, the ruling party still envisions itself as a leader of society. However, the scandals and in-fighting has shown that its policy imperatives are not at the forefront of its agenda. As a result, the society they claim to serve has barely recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic are fighting to keep food on the table amid the rising cost of living and unemployment. The question on everyone’s lips over the next few days will be the following: How does the conference intend to advance the national democratic revolution? How does the party intend to spearhead “moral regeneration” when “social decadence” still preoccupies the soul of the party? What will this policy conference bring forward?
Guest (ZOOM): Rebone Tau - Research Fellow at the Institute for Pan-African Thought & Conversation (IPATC) at the University of Johannesburg
Guest (ZOOM): Lukhanyo Vangqa - Political Analyst
Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov has visited the Republic of the Congo and Uganda on his second leg of an African tour. The bilateral visit is aimed at strengthening Moscow’s ties with a continent that has refused to join Western condemnation and sanctions over the Russian invasion of Ukraine. African countries have a tangled legacy of relations with the West and the former Soviet Union. Many import Russian grain and increasingly energy supply. The former Soviet Union has a long history with liberation movements on the continent due to the Cold War. However, they are also reliant on Ukrainian grain and benefit from Western trade ties.
Guest: Professor Anthoni van Nieuwkerk - Professor in International Relations and Security at the Thabo Mbeki African School of Public and International Affairs (UNISA)
Focus: Earlier this month, informal traders in the de Villiers trading precinct (Johannesburg CBD) were prohibited from selling their goods as JMPD officers were sent by the MMC of Economic Development to shut down operations indefinitely. This is despite the 2013 Constitutional Court ruling in which Operation “Clean Sweep” was in violation of the informal trader’s right to trade and make a livelihood. As a result, these traders approached our next guest to find a legal remedy and have since filed an urgent application before the Johannesburg High Court to uphold the apex court’s initial judgment. To help us unpack yesterday’s legal proceedings and the traders’ next steps,
Guest: Khululiwe Bhengu - Attorney at Socio-Economic Research Institute (representing informal traders)
South Africa will join the globe as it commemorates World Breastfeeding Week 2022 under the theme: “Step Up For Breastfeeding: Educate and Support”. Held in the first week of August, the Department of Health commemorates this week as part of its public health mandate to raise awareness of the value of breastfeeding to expecting and new mothers whilst also developing measures to safeguard breastfeeding. Whilst the rate of exclusive breastfeeding has improved in the democratic era, there are concerns surrounding whether South Africa will reach global targets by 2025 (WHO - 50%) and the decline of adequate breastfeeding support for families.
Guest: Dr Leslie Bamford - Child Health Specialist at the National Department of Health
Trek4Mandela is an annual summit to Mount
Kilamanjaro to honour the legacy of the late former statesman,
Nelson Mandela. The milestone summit of Trek4Mandela is
taking place this morning and will be led by renowned South
African adventurer, Sibusiso Vilane. This year marks the 10th
anniversary of the initial climb up Mount Kilimanjaro. In the
past decade, 300 local and international climbers to have made
the trek. The climber’s contributions towards #Trek4Mandela
has raised 10 million sanitary towels and helped 1,5 million
girls in the SADC region. All proceeds are going to the Caring
For Girls programme.
Last week we received a call from a pastor in KZN explaining the difficulty they are facing as a community in digging for bodies under mud caused by the floods in April. He is describing a horrific situation where they’ve even found bodies of children. One of the other things he spoke about was lack of support from the government. To tell us more about this,
Guest: Mfundisi Shabane - Community Leader and First Respondent on the KZN floods (Inanda EMachobeni)
According to medical journals, cataracts is a medical condition whereby clouding takes the form of film and affects the possibility to see clearly through the lens of the eye. This diminishes the quality of vision and worsens as a person gets older. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has cited cataract surgeries as amongst the most cost-effective health interventions of our times. However, cataracts remain the leading cause of blindness in Africa due to accessibility to health facilities that can conduct the surgery. The WHO has forecast that by 2050, there could be 115 million people who are blind.
Guest: Dr. Zoran Aleksic - Ophthalmologist and Eye Surgeon
The Department of Higher Education Training (DHET) will host the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges and Industry Partnerships Summit at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 27 – 28 July 2022. The Ministerial summit provides an opportunity for the DHET and its partners in government, industry to share best practices on integrating the sector.
Guest: Dr. Blade Nzimande - Minister of Higher Education and Training
There has been mixed reactions to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address last night to the nation on solutions to deal with the current energy crisis. This follows his visit and consultations with relevant stakeholders and energy experts. He announced a range of measures aimed at turning the situation around. The SMME sector has welcomed the move and to get their reaction, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Tebogo Khaas – President of the SMME Forum
Guest: Prof Mark Swilling – co-director of the Centre for Sustainability Transitions at the University of Stellenbosch
Gautrain has opened their Sandton to OR Tambo for fans that would like to welcome home Banyana Banyana after winning the Women's African Cup of Nations can get a free ride to the airport on the Gautrain.
Guest: Tlago Ramalepa - Senior Manager for Reputation at the Gautrain Management Agency
As Banyana Banyana return victorious into the country this morning, calls have intensified for them to be paid the same incentives as their male counterparts after their stunning win of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations tournament in Morocco. The team just landed this morning and to find out what the mood is like at the OR Tambo International Airport this morning, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Thabiso Mosia – SAfm sports anchor
Also at the airport this morning is Khule Masemola, mother of Regal Ngobeni, one of the three goal keepers for Banyana Banyan, she also just graduated as a teacher
Guest: Khule Masemola – Mother of Regal Ngobeni
We speak now to Adv Tseliso Thipanyane who is chair of the South African Institute for Responsive and Accountable Governance has issued a statement expressing their concern on what they call anti-African sentiment. They also talk about how leaders of different groups and their leader are using rhetoric to cause division and hate in society. Xenophobic attacks in South Africa have indeed given the a bad image to our country across the continent
Guest (ZOOM): Adv Tseliso Thipanyane – Chair of the South African Institute for Responsive and Accountable Governance
This week, Indlulamithi Scenarios Trust will be reflecting on the current condition of the country over the past year. Indlulamithi Day will also unpack the role of social compacts in the development of the country by answering the following questions:
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What is the state and future of South Africa social compact(s)?
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What are the options, or impediments and processes for compacting?
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What framework or approach for compacting can work for South Africa, with who doing what, and when?
Last year, the Indlulamithi Barometer results showed that the country was 59% trending towards Gwara Gwara. This is the worst-case scenario that envisions South Africa as a demoralised land of disorder and decay.
Guest (studio): Dr Tara Polzer Ngwato - Lead Researcher for the Indlulamithi Barometer
Guest (studio): Xolelwa Kashe-Katiya - Acting Project Leader for the Indlulamithi Scenarios Trust
President Cyril Ramaphosa last night (Sunday) said thag he was impressed with the newly-elected chairperson Sboniso Duma’s statement that he will not be purging anybody after the conference. As is the trend in the ANC’s elective conferences, some leaders were removed before their terms came to an end. There were concerns over the weekend that Sihle Zikalala may be removed as premier following his loss. To give us a round-up of the conference, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Samkele Maseko – SABC Political journalist
In two weeks time, the Baphiring Traditional Authority in partnership with the HRH Princess Lerato M Foundation will be launching a new psychosocial centre in the Moses Kotane Local Municipality (Mabaalstad, North West).The centre is aimed at making mental health services and support groups accessible to communities.
The centre has a dedicated team that will be supported by psychologists, pastoral counsellors and motivational speakers who will be running mental health workshops in the days running up to the launch. These workshops are aimed at debunking myths and stigmas surrounding mental health. The foundation envisions working alongside with traditional authorities to build support centres of this nature across the country.
Guest: Her Royal Highness, Princess Lerato Mabalane - Founder & Executive Director of the Lerato M Foundation
Feet in the tradition and head in the future, our next guest is the new indie voice of Soweto. With their first EP (UBaba), the four musicians get their inspiration from the rich musical heritage of South African soil. The band consists of four musicians who hail from Soweto: Singer/Flautist - Tubatsi Mpho Moloi, Guitarist - Lerato Lichaba, Drummer - Xolani Mtshali, and Bassist - Simangaliso Dlamini.
The band have been described as an original synthesis of Zulu guitars, indie-folk, maskandi and jazz, all carried along by an undoubtable energy and charisma. The band is inspired by greats like Ladysmith Black Mamabazo, Dorothy Masuku and Strike Vilakazi. The band has recently released their debut album: Udondolo, a new documentary and toured France.
Guest: Lerato Lichaba - Musician
Last month we had a call from one of our listeners by the name, Sando, who alerted us to a scam involving the selling of RDP houses by someone calling himself Mlungisi Mabaso, City of Johannesburg’s MMC for housing. We then contacted the real Mlungisi Mabaso who promised to deal with the scammer. So today he is back to tell us what has since happened and just how big this scam is. Also what is the latest regarding tracking the guy doing the scamming. Let’s welcome now…
Guest: Mlungisi Mabaso – MMC for Housing at the City of Johannesburg
On Tuesday, the Eastern Cape’s Department of Socialheld a Social Sector summit around the impact of child poverty and malnutrition in the province. This is a problem that has been persisting for many years with NGOs doing all they can to assist. The department says that it disburses more than R370- million to non-profit organizations each financial year, but this does not seem to make a difference as the problem is on-going. To talk more on how serious this problem is and what is being done to deal with it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Wandile Ncapayi – Eastern Cape Chief Director for Social
Development
Guest: Asekho Motabene – Programmes Manager at JAM (JointAid Management) South Africa
Kenya's Deputy President, William Ruto, says he is best suited to solve his country's high cost of living. Speaking exclusively to SABC's Sarah Kimani in Nairobi, Ruto says if elected president in next months; general elections, he will decisively deal with corruption, and invest in agriculture and manufacturing, to tackle the country's ongoing economic crisis. Ruto, who has since fallen out with his boss, outgoing President, Uhuru Kenyatta, says his main opponent, former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga's election plan fails to show how it will deliver the country from poverty. To help us unpack the dynamics at play around these elections,
Guest: Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst &
language specialist at Channel Africa Kiswahili desk
The latest Global Entrepreneurship Monitor South Africa has revealed that it’s not all doom and gloom for the country’s entrepreneurship sector. Even though South Africa is said to be one of the toughest countries in the world to be an entrepreneur, the report by the Stellenbosch Business School in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and SEDA revealed some positive results one of them being that early-stage entrepreneurial activity has risen. To talk to us on this issue,
Guest: Angus Bowmaker-Falconer - Lead author of the report
and research fellow at Stellenbosch Business School
Yesterday, we had a caller from Durban who spoke tous about taxi associations targeting lift clubs in the Durban region. Listeners also sent messages that confirmed that there is an operation called “Tlhokomela” and passengers of the lift clubs in townships are being thrown out of the vehicles. Today, we get a response from the taxi industry and what it is that commuters can do when they are being targeted…
Guest: Bafana Magagula – Spokesperson for SANTACO
The University of Wits yesterday (Tuesday) bestowed an honorary Doctorate in Literature to Professor Molefi Kete Asante who was born Arthur Lee Smith. He was honoured for his life-long commitment to Africa-centred scholarship and philosophy. He is also credited for his influence and intellectual thought on Africa and the African Diaspora We thought to catch-up with him today before he leaves the country this evening (Wed) back to the US. Being someone who has raised the image of the African continent and preached positivity for around the subject, how would he describe the current state of the Africa and its leadership?
Guest: Professor Molefi Kete Asante, born Arthur Lee Smith - Professor and Chair in the Department of Africology and African American Studies at Temple University, Philadelphia
Having a baby is a big life event. It's natural to experience a range of emotions during pregnancy and after giving birth. If any difficult feelings start to have a big effect on your day-to-day life, you might be experiencing a perinatal mental health problem that may affect your pregnancy. It affects up to 20% of new or expectant mothers and covers various conditions like depression and anxiety.
As we commemorate National Fertility Week, we focus on perinatal mental health as an important aspect of a healthy pregnancy and how communities can support expecting parents.
Guest: Prof. Simone Honikman - Director of the Perinatal Mental Health Project | Senior Researcher at the Alan J Flisher Centre for Public Mental Health (University of Cape Town)
An online crime-tracking initiative, NEWS24 CrimeCheck, recently released the top 10 police precincts where women were at the highest risk to become a victim of gender-based violence. The precincts featured on the list were based in the Eastern Cape, Kwa-Zulu Natal and Western Cape.
Activists have challenged the list and point out that due to low rates of reporting GBV, crime data for the period is not a true reflection of the realities victims face within these precincts. We are joined on the line by…
Guest: Bronwyn Pithey - Advocate at the Womxn's Legal Centre
To commemorate Nelson Mandela Day, the IDC shares the humanitarian work that it does within its corporate social initiatives. It also shares how it has played a role during the pandemic and after the July Riots, showing us that they are a Funder with a Soul.
Guest: Tshepo Ramodibe – IDC Head for Corporate Affairs
Focus: Tshwane’s regional office of the South African Municipal Workers’ Union is the City of Tshwane for causing the municipality to be labelled the worst metro in Gauteng. One of the things they point to is the absence of a permanent City Manager among the issues bringing the municipality down. To try and understand why they say this and also why the City is delaying, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Nkhetheni Muthavhi - Regional Chairperson of SAMWU Tshwane
Guest: Peter Sutton - MMC Finance for the City of Tshwane
est: Tshepo Mahlangu – Chairperson of the Lotus Atteridgeville Saulsville Civic Association (LASCA)
Lionel Makokotlela is joining us this morning to talk about all things consumer related. When it comes to laws and institutions that are meant to help consumers, we are often not understanding where to report if one is unhappy with any issue. This morning he will explain all things around the
Consumer Goods and Services Ombudsman and what sort of issues they deal with with…..
Guest(Zoom): Lionel Makokotlela - Founder of Financial Wise Corner
Yesterday, 16 civil society organizations raised their concerns with the Independent Electoral Commission on the aspects of the new Electoral Amendment Bill that were still unconstitutional. Seven aspects of the new Amendment Bill have been challenged, including the allocation of seating in the National Assembly and the ballot provision at provincial legislature. Parliament’s Portfolio Committee for Home Affairs has not given these organizations another opportunity to make further representations on the Bill. To help us unpack their next steps, we are joined by…
Guest: Dr. Michael Louis - Chairperson of the Independent Candidates Association of SA
Guest: Mmusi Maimane - Leader of One Movement South Africa
South Africa has a long history of mobilising communities to stand together in the fight for human rights. That mobilisation also involved the development of communities in integrated spaces that ran social clubs, exchanged ideas and empowered communities in the 1980s. However, the transition into the 1990s saw civil society organisations operate to defend those needs on a national scale.
We ask the question: Has the erasure of street committees led to the loss of belonging in communities?
More recently, we have seen how ordinary people came together during the pandemic and assisted affected communities in the KZN Floods. That has shown our capacity to open our homes and illustrated a glimmer of hope that there is still a shared future that communities wanted to build despite the tragedies. However, we have also seen our communities have to struggle with social ills that places their safety, their trust in public institutions and dignity under threat. We wanted to use these sequences of recent events as a departure point for the conversation and reimagine what a new social fabric in community development would entail and build a shared future together.
Guest: Rev. Tsepo Matubatuba - Chairperson of the Yeoville Bellevue Ratepayers Association
Guest: Trevor Ngwane - Director of the Centre for Sociological Research and Practice at the University of Johannesburg (activist within the Soweto Street Committees during the 1980s struggle)
Guest: Zodwa Madiba – Community Member of the Soweto Electricity Crisis Committee
Guest: Seth Mazibuko – Anti-Apartheid activist
Last week Thursday, Justice Minister Ronald Lamola praised the Special Investigating Unit for what he says is government's "success stories" in the fight against corruption. The SIU was celebrating 25 years of fighting corruption. So far the unit is said to have recovered R2,6-billion of public funds and assets between 2013 and 2021. To look at some of the successes and challenges over the years,
Guest: Andy Mothibi - Head of the Special Investigating Unit
Tributes have been pouring since the passing of the former Deputy Secretary-General of the African National Congress, Yasmin "Jessie" Duarte. She passed away after a long battle with cancer at the age of 68 (yesterday). She served as Deputy Secretary-General of the African National Congress for 12 years until she took medical leave in November 2021. Oppositional leaders have described her as a force in South African politics. Luthuli House will remember the former diplomat and public servant as the pillar of strength and a dedicated cadre of the movement. Let’s speak now to some of the people she worked with over the years
Guest: Mbulelo Musi – Commissar of the MK Liberation War Veterans (Mbulelo Musi worked as spokesperson for Jessie Duarte when she was MEC for Safety and Security is Gauteng)
Ignite Fitness in partnership with the MENstruation Foundation lead by Siv Ngesi and Marius Basson, are shining a spotlight on and HIIT’ing the topic of Period Poverty – a reality a lot of South African school girls face daily. And to tell us more on this,
Guest: Siv Ngesi – Actor and TV presenter who is also co-founder of the MENstruation Foundation
Security guard salaries are back in the spotlight this week as trade union SATAWU has rejected the 3-point-5 percent wage increase that the employers' organisation Security Private companies has proposed. The negotiations which started on the first of April until last week remained deadlocked, with the sector threatening to embark on a strike. The union is demanding a 16 percent basic wage increase each year for the next three years. We thought to use this opportunity now to focus on what security guards are going through on a daily basis. The kind of wages they get and conditions of employment.
Guest: Nkadimeng Ntobeng – Security working in the control room for G4S (will talk more on operational issues)
Guest: Hamilton Ntonga – Security guard currently based at OR Tambo (Has many years of experience in escorting and also rail security). He is also Germiston chairperson for SATAWU and still an active guard
Afro-soul artist ZolaSoul takes us to the weekend with his soothing sounds. He has worked with some of the musical giants like Nduduzo Makhathini and McCoy Mrubata just to name a few. Where did it all begin for him? He now joins us in studio to share his journey with us…
Guest(Studio): ZolaSoul, real name Zola Futshane – Afro-soul artist
We continue with our coverage of the launch of the establishment of the Border Management Authority being launched by the Department of Home Affairs. This time around, we wrap-up with Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi to talk to us about the policy processes leading up to the establishment of the Border Management Authority, the importance of the border guards and the broader role of this unit….
Guest(OB): Dr Aaron Motsoaledi – Minister of Home Affairs
Let’s wrap the show now by talking about the Africa Walk Investment Fair Powered by Platform Capital which will be taking place at the Maslow Hotel in Sandton this weekend. It aims to build bridges between Africa and the world by creating a platform for international companies and investor to engage with local companies, investors, policy makers and academia to build the Africa of the future. To tell us more on this and also how such gatherings can boost the African continent’s economy and how can the different countries take advantage of such opportunities,
Guest: Tebatso Modiba – Vice President and head Investments, Southern Africa
Focus: We are coming to you live from the Beitbridge border post where the Department of Home Affairs is launching the Establishment of the Border Management Authority (BMA) through the BMA Act 2020. It is intended to tighten border control through the implementation of an integrated and coordinated approach to border management and security through the establishment of a single authority at ports of entry i.e. land, maritime and air. To give us a sense of what it’s all about,
Guest(OB): Jane Thupana – Deputy Commissioner for Corporate Affairs for the Border Management Authority
The Department of Water and Sanitation in partnership with the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality are on a public water saving campaign in what they say is to ensure that there is adequate water for everyone in the area. The municipality was facing day zero of water as the dams were drying up. To tell us what this partnership entails and what it is that the affected residents should know,
Guest: Sputnik Ratau – Spokesperson for the Department of Water and Sanitation
Social grant recipients are being urged to use alternative payment methods to receive their grants. The South African Social Security Agency has provided additional payment points for beneficiaries to access their grants. Grants in July 2022 will be paid on the following days: 4 July for Older Persons, followed by Disability Grants on 5 July, with all other grants being paid from 6 July.
Guest: Fanie Sethokga - General Manager of Grants Operation at SASSA
Focus: Over the weekend, the world commemorated Panic Awareness Day. Panic Disorders are episodes of intense fear that come without warning or apparent reason. It can occur anywhere and may prevent the individual from leaving home, going to work, or carrying out errands. People who experience a panic attack may feel that they are having a heart attack, losing control, or dying. The average panic attack lasts around 4-6 minutes. Our next guest will help us learn more about panic disorder, how it impacts your life and how we find coping mechanisms…
Guest: Dr. Guru Kitnasamy - Psychologist
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Focus: IDC’s drive to create Black Industrialists, as a catalyst to transforming SA’s economy. Who is a black industrialist, how much has IDC approved to date towards BI initiatives and in which sectors? How can aspiring BI access funding from IDC?
Guest: Lucretia Khumalo - Divisional Executive for Client Support and Growth at the Industrial Development Corporation South Africa
This past Monday, the section 194 inquiry into the fitness of office of the Public Protector. The first witness, Hassen Ebrahim, outlined the gravity of removing a sitting official from office, the integrity of the chapter nine institutions and what kind of the precedence being set for future Public Protectors. To unpack the first two days of proceedings,
Guest: Karyn Maughan - NEWS 24 Journalist
Many people often get notifications that they have been pre-approved for a home loan, but never understand what it means exactly. Does it mean you can afford? Does it mean you automatically getting the bond? Does it mean that your offer will be approved? As someone looking at buying a house, what should I understand what the benefits of pre-approval are and also what should I be looking out for? To educate us on this,
Guest: Carl Coetzee – CEO of BetterBond
As promised last week, please have your pen and paper ready as Bryan will be teaching you how to save for retirement. We didn’t get to it last week due to time constraints.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
For more than a month now, resident of the different parts of Ekurhuleni have been staging protest action against poor service delivery. They are complaining about power outages, road infrastructure and dealing with crime and corruption. Many of them say that they’ve had enough and want answers from the municipality. Well, to understand what exactly is going on there, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Maphusha Matlou – Secretary of the Ekurhuleni Concerned Residents Association
Guest: Ekurhuleni (They said it will either be mayor or MMC for Finance)
Guest: SANCO in Ekurhuleni – Confirmed, just waiting for name
Ever heard about the construction mafia? Well over the years reports have been doing the rounds of people who organized themselves into groups known as ‘local business forums’. They are said to invaded construction sites across the country, demanding money or a stake in development projects in what the industry says can be described as systemic extortion. Some blame the state for its weak response in dealing with the problem. Our guest is of the view that the private sector also has to take accountability for creating the transparency much like a government tender briefing system which is open to all.
Guest: Ntsako Ngomana - Project Manager at leading small business accelerator programme Property Point
The North West Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Premier, Finance, Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs is currently conducting a special oversight visit on the North West Housing Corporation’s cross border properties in Gauteng, the Free State and the Northern Cape. The objective of the special oversight visits is to investigate and validate the state and functionality of the North West provincial government’s properties which are located in the three provincial cross borders. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Aaron Motswana - Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Premier, Finance, Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs
Focus: Last month, we had a discussion about corporal punishment and whether teachers are being adequately sanctioned for beating children. Many of our listeners shared varied opinions on where we should draw the line on adequate substitute for what they called an ill-disciplined generation of learners. Today, we wanted to hear from teachers about the pressures they face in the classroom surrounding discipline to a new generation of pupil.
Guest: Ofentse Molefe – Teacher
Guest: Lucky Nkalanga - Teacher
Guest: Thandekile Mlalandle - Teacher
Let’s hear now from the border authorities about how they are implementing ways to eradicate several challenges currently experienced within the border management environment due to the existing fragmented model and provide a single authority to oversee all forms of border management control. Last month, the Department of Home Affairs announced its first deployment of officials during their budget speech. The BMA model will be implemented at land, air and seaports of entry. It is expected to create a platform for proper coordination between different Government Departments to clamp down on the importation of counterfeit and illicit goods and facilitate improved movement of people and goods. To tell us more on this
Guest: Dr Mike Masiapato - Commissioner of the Border Management Authority
Afriforum launched a new neighbourhood watch to address criminality within communities last month. In Musina, it is addressing community safety and has been working alongside SAPS on patrol operations. However, this work has also drawn the attention of government officials after a video surfaced on social media claiming that Afriforum had taken over border management. SANDF released a statement that it was illegal for civil organizations to patrol on the border. To help us unpack the misconceptions of their work,
Guest: Jacques Broodryk - Campaign Manager of Afriforum
Police Minister Bheki Cele together with national police commissioner General Fannie Masemola are scheduled to visit the shebeen where 15 people were shot and killed in Soweto yesterday (Sunday) morning.
This is a brutal reminder of a recent incident where 21 young people died in a tavern in Enyobening in the Eastern Cape. Calls are now being made for shebeens and taverns to be closed early and that we should go back to the regulations of Covid-19 that saw alcohol sales being restricted. Will that help deal with this problem? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Malaika Malhatsi - Geographer, urban planner and research fellow at the University of Johannesburg’s Institute for Pan African Thought and Conversation
Chairperson of the Commission on Khoi-San Matters,Professor Nico Botha, says they are happy that the Khoi-San people are finally recognised in the National House of Traditional Leaders after protracted delays. He says the commission is now working on all claims lodged from the Khoi- San who want recognition. The Traditional and Khoi-San Leadership Act Three of 2019 ensures that the Khoi-San leadership are also recognised as public office bearers. Let’s use this opportunity now to understand what this means and the sort of changes it’s bringing to the Khoi-San people
Guest: Chief Crawford Fraser - the Link Royal House
Guest: Pastor Jan Bekkies - The Spokesperson for the Khoi-San Community in the Nelson Mandela Bay region
Our next guest was born and raised in the city of Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa. While studying a Theatre and Performance degree at the University of Cape Town, she met the band members who would become what we know as FreshlyGround. In 2019, she changed her artist brand and became known as the One Who Sings - which was inspired by the isiXhosa phrase: lo uculayo. What you may not know about her is that she was casted in the lead role in the television drama Tsha-Tsha, which aired on SABC 1. Mahola voiced the character of Zoë in the animated feature film Zambezia (2012), and also recorded a song on the original motion picture soundtrack.
Guest: Zolani Mahola – South African singer, actress and
storyteller
Yesterday the international news was dominated by the
stepping down of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. He bowed down to from ministers to quit, but wants to stay in No 10 until the party chooses his replacement. His leadership has been criticized over recent months, including over the Partygate scandal and his fine for breaking his own lockdown laws. These developments raises a lot of questions about leaders taking accountability. For a perspective on lessonslearnt from this, and what our leadership can take from this,
Guest: Prof Tinyiko Maluleke – Vice Chancellor and Principal at Tshwane University of Technology
Focus: President Cyril Ramaphosa has reiterated that children and teenagers are not permitted to enter drinking establishments such as bars or taverns. He was speaking at the symbolic funeral yesterday for the 21 young people who lost their lives at the Enyobeni Tavern in the Eastern Cape last month. One of the things he emphasised on is going back to how communities used to raise their children….
Rwandan President Paul Kagame says he wishes the best but is prepared for the worst over the row between his country and neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo. DR Congo accuses Rwanda of backing the Congolese M23 rebels and recently halted all trade and co-operation agreements. Rwanda denies the allegations. President Kagame held talks with his Congolese counterpart, President Félix Tshisekedi yesterday (Wednesday) in the Angolan capital, Luanda. The talks are being mediated by Angolan President João Lourenço. To find out now what is at the core of the conflict,
Guest(studio): Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst and language specialist at channel Africa Kiswahili desk
Earlier this week, the price of petrol increased by 2-rand-37-cents per litre, diesel increased by 2-rand-30-cents per litre and the price of illuminating paraffin increased by 1-rand-66-cents per litre. Calls have been mounting for a shutdown in protest of the high cost of fuel, hikes in repo rate and inflation rate. This is as the government confirms that the fuel levy subsidy will not continue beyond August.
Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi - Secretary General of the South African Federation of Union
The Presidential Climate Commission says that it welcomes the acceptance of the Just Transition Framework by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Speaking during the handover ceremony, Valli Moosa who is the Deputy Chairperson of the Commission said that addressing climate change requires significant and unprecedented transformations across all sectors of the economy, with opportunities and challenges. To tell us more on why this is important for the country, and also what some of the highlights are,
Guest: Valli Moosa - Deputy Chairperson of the Presidential Climate Commission
In the state capture commission of inquiry’s fifth report released a fortnight ago, Chief Justice Raymond Zondo called for a special commission of inquiry to probe the Passenger Railway Agency of South Africa (Prasa).This is despite the extensive evidence heard before the Commission about the rot at the state rail service. Chief Justice Zondo devoted more than 200 pages of his fifth report to the capture of Prasa, the lion’s share of which interrogated the Swifambo and Siyangena contracts. In this hour, we unpack the state of railway in light of this recommendation and the future outlook of the sector.
Guest: Dr. Mathetha Mokonyama - Impact Area Manager: Transport Systems and Operations at CSIR
Guest: Mesela Nhlapo - Chief Executive Officer at the African Rail Industry Association
The EFF yesterday (Tuesday) issued a statement on the latest regarding an Ad Hoc Committee that was set up to investigate the living and working conditions of farmworkers. What they are bringing to our attention what has been discovered so far since the public hearings started. The evidence given by some of the farmworkers is said to be horrible. They are calling for more farmworkers to come forward and give evidence before the closing date. And to give us an update on this process so and what was revealed,
Guest: Khosi Mkhonto – Member of EFF’s Central Command Team and Member of Parliament
Focus: yoga instructor. She’s talking to us about the health benefits of yoga. When one looks up the word ‘yoga’, there are so many descriptions of what it is. The most common one is that it is an ancient practice that involves physical poses, concentration, and deep breathing. What exactly does it bring when it comes to our health? To help us understand,
Guest: Bafikile Sedibe- Choreographer, Dancer and yoga instructor
The IDC has embarked on a campaign to raise its profile, create awareness around its funding activities, business support services as well as its humanitarian interventions. To tell us more on this and what it is that the public should know about their campaign
Guest: Alton Solomon – Head of Client Growth Catalyst and Listed Equity at the IDC
The water situation affecting communities under the Ugu District Municipality is said to be getting worse. The residents are threatening to protest until the water crisis is sorted. On the other hand, KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikala has been meeting with the communities to try and convince them that he is dealing with the situation. To get an understand of what is going on and what seems to be the problem
Guest: Ebrahim Shaik – Community member and one of the local activists
Guest: Lennox Mabaso – Spokesperson for KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala
Guest: Cllr. Phumlile Mthiyane - Mayor of Ugu District Municipality
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy announced fuel increases tomorrow (Wednesday). The price of petrol will increase by 2-rand-37-cents per litre, diesel is set to increase by 2-rand-30-cents per litre and the price of illuminating paraffin will increase by 1-rand-66-cents per litre. One of the sectors that economists are worried about is the taxi industry. Let’s get their view now to hear how they are hoping to navigate this problem and are they likely to increase their prices again
Guest: Bafana Magagula - Chief Strategic Manager at SANTACO
This morning Bryan is dealing with an issue that many of us wish we practiced when we were still younger and starting to work: How does one save for retirement? Well, he now joins us in the studio to educate us on this subject…
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The South African Reserve Bank’s latest mortgage lending data has confirmed there has been a sharp decline in the value of new mortgage loans granted. In the last quarter of 2021, the rise in inflation has played a role and repo rate hikes have impacted residential properties the hardest. Before we get bogged down by the technical terms, let's begin by unpacking the importance of a mortgage when it comes to financing a home. We talk about what are the key factors that determine what you can afford. What does this decline mean when it comes to what the banking is willing to lend you?
Guest: Samuel Seeff - Chief Executive Officer of Seeff Properties
This week, we commemorate the first anniversary of the July Unrest that took place in Kwa-Zulu Natal and Gauteng. The unrest claimed 340 lives and destroyed R50 billion of the economy. We saw expert panel reports showing the security cluster was unprepared, political factions mobilizing thousands to loot and racial tensions boil over. As we patiently wait for the SA Human Rights Commission investigative report to be released, we reflect on what has happened in the past year. In this hour, we unpack the political, social and economic lessons we have had to learn from one of the most violent mobilizations in the post-democratic era.
Guest: Mark Heywood - Activist | Editor of Maverick Citizen
Guest: Qaanitah Hunter - Investigative Journalist for News24 | Author of Eight Days in July: Inside the Zuma Unrest that Set South Africa Alight
Guest: Prof. Patrick Bond - Distinguished Professor of Sociology, University of Johannesburg
Let’s end the show now by talking to Dr Momi Metsing who is chairperson of the Society for Educational Psychology of South Africa. She took part in a discussing yesterday (Sunday) hosted by Azapo entitled: ‘The Enyobeni tavern tragedy: Substance abuse, values and the role of the family in society’. One of the things she raised is how moral decay is consuming communities and the continued substance abuse we see in townships.
Guest: Dr Momi Metsing - Chairperson of the Society for Educational Psychology of South Africa
Over the weekend, the Eswatini government announced that the Editor of the Swaziland News would be deemed a terrorist in accordance with the Suppression of Terrorism Act. Our next guest has been covering the winter revolution and using his online news publication to encourage citizens to protest against the Kingdom. He joins us now to unpack what this declaration means for media freedom in that country…
Guest: Zweli Martin Dlamini - Editor of Swaziland News
As peace talk continue between Ethiopia and Tigray, commentators are already casting doubt that there will ever be a way forward. Last week Ethiopia's ruling party said that it wants the African Union in partnership with the USA to mediate to end the war with Tigrayan forces. On the other hand the Tigray People's Liberation Front, says that it does not trust the AU and wants Kenya to mediate. For a perspective on where we are and also what the issue of mediator is so important,
Guest: Professor Mammo Muchie a Pan-African Scholar at the Tshwane University of Technology
Guest: Ottilia Maunganidze , Head of Special Projects at the Institute of Security Studies
Guest: Sello Gatang, CEO of Nelson Mandela Foundation
Over the past few weeks, we have spoken to the challenges facing young people with regards to having access to and participating in economic activities. We have spoken to the women organizers from the class of 1976 and an intergenerational conversation with young people on how to navigate activism in the present day.
Guest: Althea de Wet - Project Lead at RLabs
Guest (studio): Athandiwe Saba - Deputy Editor of the Mail and Guardian
Guest: Fentse Malatji - Digital Communications Officer at Youth Capital
Yesterday (Wed) marked one year since young people took to the streets in protest for political reforms. Social media was abuzz at the time with images and footage of soldiers cracking down on them. The Communist Party in Swaziland says that in the days leading to the anniversary of the massacre, they have seen continued harassment of the party and the mass democratic movement. To find out what has happened since the uprising, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Simphiwe Dlamini - National Organising Secretary of the Communist Party of Swaziland
Guest: Hon. Thembi Nkadimeng - Deputy Minister of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Cllr. Bheke Stofile - President of the South African Local Government Association
Guest: Cllr. Jongisizwe Dlabathi - Provincial Chairperson of the South African Local Government Association (Gauteng)
Guest (telephone): John Mpe - Provincial Chairperson of the South African Local Government Association
South African Local Government Association is embarking on a national campaign aimed at reigniting a renewed social contract between citizens and local government.
Guest on line: Dr. Ansuya Naidoo - Neurologist (research focus in Epilepsy)
Guest on line: Sharlene Cassel - National Director at Epilepsy SA
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan will be with us for an hour answering all questions he’s received of a similar nature. But as always, you are more than welcome to raise other financial questions you may have...
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The latest audit finding by the Auditor General, reveals that municipalities in the Eastern Cape have regressed. It also shows that management in many municipalities did not adequately promote transparency and accountability, or safeguard the public against possible abuses. This comes as only four municipalities out of the 39 received clean audit outcomes. These findings continue to hamper the delivery of the much-needed basic services in communities. The Auditor General also found that four municipalities received disclaimer opinions, of which three of them are repeat disclaimers.
Guest: Kevin Allan – Managing Director at Municipal IQ
Guest: Vuyo Mlokoti - The Deputy Director General of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Eastern Cape)
Guest: Ayabonga Cawe - Development economist and MD of Xesibe Holdings and hosts MetroFMTalk on Metro FM
Fifty Early Childhood Development (ECD) practitioners have been protesting for access to the COVID-19 Relief fund that was promised two years ago. This past weekend, the group gathered outside of the Foundation for Community Works. The payment is meant to assist in subsidizing the operational costs of their centres during the pandemic. The foundation was contracted by the Western Cape Education Department to ensure ECD applications were processed and payments made to the preschools.There are 1 667 early childhood development institutions have not been paid and no timeframe on when these payments would be processed.
Guest: Theodora Lutuli - Provincial Chairperson of the SA Congress Early Childhood Development (Western Cape)
Guest: Bronagh Hammond - Spokesperson for the Western Cape Education Department
The repeal of Roe vs Wade case by the Supreme Court has led to protests across the United States over the weekend. A group of 80 prosecutors across America have pledged to not prosecute who seek abortion services outside of their home state. It is estimated that 26 out of 50 states will seek to outlaw abortion and leave women's bodily integrity at the hands of politicians. This would leave poor women without a safe avenue to seek abortion services. Global health institutions have condemned the ruling, stating that abortion is an essential part of healthcare and some experts are predicting that more countries around world may review their abortion laws. Whilst we know SA has protected a woman's right to abortion under Section 27 of the Constitution, we have seen the ACDP table legislation against the right to abortion back in 2007 and more recently in 2017. Today, we discuss the possible implications this case may have on society: legally, social stigma surrounding abortion and as it relates to sexual reproductive health development programmes.
Guest: Amukelani Matsilele - Communications and Public Diplomacy Research Associate at the African Centre for the Study of the United States, University of the Witwatersrand.
Guest: Joan van Dyk - Acting Health Editor at Bhekisisa: The Centre for Health Journalism
Guest: Lebohang Ramafoko - Executive Director of Oxfam South Africa
Yesterday (Sunday) South Africa commemorated the 67th anniversary of the Freedom Charter. The Charter was adopted in an open field at the Congress of the People in Kliptown, Soweto, on 26 June 1955. The Charter is a blueprint of the political, economic and social structure that the people of South Africa demanded.As with many of the country’s historically significant days, the people on the ground feel that nothing has changed. Free education as an example is still unreachable for many young people. To help us reflect on the state of the country and whether today’s climate dos reflect what the Freedom Charter promised to do,
Guest: David Letsoalo – Sankarist, activist and academic
Guest: Dr Mosibudi Mangena – Former Minister of Science and Technology and former President of Azapo
We speak now to Pieter-Louis Myburgh, journalist and author. He won the story of the year award for his investigation into the Digital Vibes scandal implicating former health minister Zweli Mkhize. Over the years he has been digging up dirt on some of the political heavyweights in our country and he now joins us on the line to talk about the award and also the work he has been doing
Guest: Pieter-Louis Myburgh - Author of "Gangster State: Unravelling Ace Magashule’s Web of Capture
Our next guest is an artist who represents the present and future of African music drawing from the roots of African storytelling, jazz composition and Motown soul but creating a sound entirely her own in order to communicate an evolving African sound without losing its essence. Zoë has collaborated with some of South Africa’s finest musicians including Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Thandiswa Mazwai, Johnny Clegg, Simphiwe Dana, Louis Maholo and Tshepo Tshola.
Guest(Studio): Zoë Modiga - Singer, songwriter and performer
There’s been a lot of reaction at the news that inflation has risen to its highest level in five years. Data released by Statistics South Africa shows that the consumer price inflation (CPI) increased to 6-point-5 percent last month, up from 5-point-9 percent in April. In light of this, the General Industries Workers Union of South Africa is calling for the working class to take urgent action. To find out what they mean by this and how it will change the current situation, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mametlwe Sebei – President of the General Industries Workers Union of South Africa
After missing 15 June deadline, the Chief Justice Raymond Zondo Commission has finally submitted part five and six of the report into State Capture. Earlier this week,
Guest: Michael Marchant - Head of Investigations at Open Secrets
Guest: Cynthia Stimpel - Whistleblower and Author of Hijackers on Board
Yesterday, Statistics SA announced that consumer price inflation has reached its highest rate since January 2017 (6.6%). Sunflower oil had the steeped incline at 16,1% in the past month (April - May) and 39% over the past year alone. Inflation has been steadily increasing year on year as the cost of food, transport, NAB and fuel are the biggest contributors. Today, we want to discuss what this reading means for everyday consumers and what are the consequences if the cost of living continues to increase. When will the SA Reserve Bank intervene to cushion the blow for consumers?
Guest: Mervyn Abrahams - Programme Coordinator at Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group
The issue of mathematics in our country has become a very thorny one as those in the field keep reminding us of the importance of this subject as key to engineering and science careers. Today being International Women in Engineering Day, we thought to look at the importance of investing in Mathematics support programmes to improve your child’s prospects in mathematics related careers.
Guest: Tracey Young-Thompson - Operations Manager and Foundation Lead at Advantage Learn
A group of elderly members of the Khulumani Support Group and the Galela Campaign have been sleeping outside the doors of the Constitutional Court in Johannesburg. They are demanding reparations for human rights violations suffered under the apartheid state. Until now, 22 000 applications have been verified as victims of apartheid eligible for reparations by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. To date, only 17 400 victims were actually paid.
They received R30 000 per victim as a once-off payment instead. The victims were meant to have received R126 000 over six months, as the TRC had previously recommended. Over and above this, victims were promised non-cash benefits like educational and medical benefits, which many did not receive. The organisations are considering legal action should the matter remaining unresolved.
Guest: Dr. Marjorie Jobson - National Director of Khumulani Support Group
Guest: Chrispin Phiri - Spokesperson at the Department of Justice
Guest: NomaRussia Bonase – One of the pensioners
Guest: Hanif Vally - Executive Director of the Foundation for Human Rights
Medical journals define allergies as your immune system reacts to a foreign substance such as pollen or a certain food that does not normally cause a reaction in most people. There has also been confusion surrounding the linkages between asthma and allergies. How does one become allergic to something? What are the signs that you may need to seek medical attention? How have people been seeking care in light of COVID-19 pandemic?
Guest: Dr. Corli Lodder - Founder of the Asthma and Allergy Clinic
The latest police trust indicator survey by Action Society has revealed that 92% of South African road users feel unsafe when the South African Police Service pulls them over. The other revelation is that most drivers felt unsure whether they should trust the police members who had pulled them over. This probably didn’t come as a surprise
Guest: Ian Cameron - Spokesperson for Action Society
Auditor General Tsakani Maluleke last week again painted a dismal picture of the financial state of the country's local government. The 2020-2021 local government audit report shows that municipalities have regressed in terms of financial management and financial health. Maluleke says that the fourth administration left municipalities in a worse position than when they took office. Having listened to that report and what the AG had to say, how do we move forward? What are the practical solutions to uplift our municipalities?
Guest: Khomotso Letsatsi - Chief Officer: Municipal Finance South African Local Government Association
Guest: Dumisani Magagula - General Secretary at the South African Municipal Workers Union
Guest: Miyelani Holeni - Chief Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group
Today, Bryan look at the current volatile times and says that it is important that investors understand the word, “risk”. What does he mean by this? He now joins us in studio to explain it all
Guest: Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last week we spoke to one of our listeners, Sando who alerted us to a scam involving the selling of RDP houses by someone calling himself Mlungisi Mabaso, City of Johannesburg’s MMC for housing. Well, we then called the office of the real Mlungisi Mabaso to tell them about what just happened on Friday
Guest: Mlungisi Mabaso – MMC for Housing at the City of Johannesburg
Guest: Sando in Kliptown, Johanesburg (Caller)
Our next guest left his job as software developer to pursue his dream of attending culinary school. Unfortunately, he had to put that dream on hold as he was unable to pay for his studies. While he was crowd-sourcing for his studies, he has appeared on the latest season of Masterchef and has been given a once-in-a-lifetime apprenticeship in a Michellin star restaurant under world-renowned chef, Jan Hendrick van der Westhuizen.
Guest: Simphiwe “Sims” Kubeka - Chef
As Father’s Day comes up this Sunday, we thought to speak to Bongani Luvalo about his latest book entitled Ä Father, A Stranger? Memoirs on Fatherhood”. Through his Cool Dads Foundation, they have requested different black fathers from diverse background to give an account of how they grew up, their relationship with their fathers and its influence on their fatherhood. He now joins us in studio with some of the fathers
Guest : Bongani Luvalo – CEO of the Cool Dads Foundation
Guest: Lucky Magagula Single Father and Pastor
On Wednesday we received a text message from Sando in Kliptown alerting us about nearly being scammed by people pretending to be agents for house subsides. The person was reportedly using MMC Mabaso’s name to scam people. So we’ve decided to invite Sando to tell us what happened….
Guest: Sando in Kliptown.
We close off the weekend with award-winning singer, songwriter and performer, Cici. Her latest album is entitled Sukulila which she released last year. Her Afro-Pop album is said to be representing a new chapter in her life and beams of gratitude, love and happiness. She now joins us in studio to talk about her journey…
Guest: Busisiwe Thwala – Known by her state name Cici – She is an award-winning singer, songwriter and performer
As we commemorate the 46th year of the Soweto uprising known today as Youth Day, we thought to turn our focus on young people living with disabilities. What sort of challenges are they going through seeing the high number of job losses and other challenges facing the youth. 28 years into our democracy, what would they say the challenges are for them?
Guest: Boitumelo 'Gaddaffi the Poet' Mainganya
When we discuss the Soweto Uprising, we often do not speak about the role of women in the months preceding the historic event. What are the triumphs and the failures that came with how Youth Day is remembered? Also conversely, the youth of today often feel like they have not benefited from this democratic dispensation and still have to navigate the shortfalls of Youth Day.
Guest: Zolani Metu - Decolonial Mental Health Specialist & Jakes Gerwel Fellowship
Guest(Zoom): Dorah Marema - Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Racial Equity Fellowship
Guest: Ntsako Mkhabela - Social Activist & National Coordinator of the Spelling Bee
Guest: Sibongile Mkhabela - 1976 Soweto Uprising heroin and CEO of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund
Guest: Naledi Moleo – Media personality (covered a lot of youth issues and hosted many youth shows throughout her career
In South Africa, corporal punishment has been banned since 1996 and legislation to protect children for more than 20 years. However, surveys show that 50% of children in schools will experience corporal punishment. Yesterday, the Johannesburg High Court heard a case on corporal punishment where two families have children have been beaten by teachers. In the 2020-21 fiscal year, the South African Council for Educators (SACE) received 169 complaints. Only two teachers “were removed indefinitely for severe assault on learners,” while 23 were found guilty and paid a fine. The case also raises concerns surrounding how the SACE has been lenient upon issuing the mandatory sanctions, if found guilty for assault.
Guest: Basil Manuel - Executive Director of National Professional Teachers Organisation of South Africa
Guest: George Moroasui – Ethics Manager at the South African Council of Educators
Guest: Dr Faranaaz Veriava - Head of Education Rights Program at Section 27
Fibroids are tumours made of smooth muscle cells and fibrous connective tissue that develop in the uterus. It is estimated that 70 to 80 percent of women will develop fibroids in their lifetime, yet not everyone will develop symptoms or require treatment. Many contributing factors can increase a woman's risk of developing fibroids. Fibroids are almost always benign, or noncancerous, yet some fibroids begin as cancer. Because of this fact, it’s reasonable for women without symptoms to opt for observation rather than treatment.
Guest: Dr. Mpume Zenda - Gynaecologist
Intense downpours have lashed Cape Town for a second consecutive day leaving numerous roadways, houses and informal settlements flooded. Authorities say rainfall stations in the Metro have recorded between 34 and 120 millimetres of rain in parts in a short period. The cold and wet weather has resulted in widespread damage to property. These residents of the Covid and Dubai informal settlements at Driftsands are among the hardest hit where homes and cars are submerged. One of our listeners Vuyo from the Covid-19 area in Emfulweni near Delft called in wanting to tell us what the situation is in his area…
Guest: Vuyo - Covid-19 area in Emfulweni near Delft
Last week we received some calls from people in KZN about some of the flood victims being kicked out of community halls and churches. Some of the victims say that they feel neglected by the local government that promised to rebuild their houses and find them suitable accommodation. Well, as promised, let’s find out now how the government is dealing with the situation and also where is the process currently of providing people with accommodation
Guest: Ndabezinhle Sibiya – The Spokesperson for the MEC for Human Settlements (KZN
National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has turned down a request by the UDM and the ATM to take action against President Cyril Ramaphosa over the Phala Phala farm matter. The UDM has requested that parliament undertake an investigation while the ATM has called for the establishment of a process to remove the president. Former State Intelligence DG Arthur Fraser last month laid a criminal complaint against Ramaphosa claiming there was a theft of four million US dollars from the President's Limpopo farm and that the matter was not reported to the police.
Guest: General Bantu Holomisa – Leader of the UDM
This morning we thought to focus of property matters and talk a bit about dealing with your property under the current economic crisis. Financial experts always say that property is a good investment, but since we are all squeezed by the current economic situation, when is it wise to sell and to buy? Also when it comes to renting out your property, what is it you should know? To talk us through this subject,
Guest: Gerald Mwandiambira - CEO of Sugar Creek Wealth
Taps are fast running dry in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro. This after the maintenance team of the municipality discovered that water could no longer be extracted from the Impofu dam due to the low water levels. At least 30 suburbs in the metro have been affected by the outage. The Department of Water and Sanitation has also intervened to assist with the crisis.
Guest: Luvuyo Bangazi – Spokesperson for the Nelson Mandela Bay Development Agency seconded to the municipality
Guest: Siya Mama – Member of the Nelson Mandela Bay Water Crisis Commettee (Will speak for residents)
Guest: Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber – Said they will send me a name
Our guest this morning is a marine biologist who grew up in Khayelitsha and is being featured in a new film titled: Free Range Humans: Nature Is Calling. As a young man he’s being credited for dedicating his life to rescuing the Great African Kelp Forest. It’s said to be the only forest of giant bamboo kelp on the planet which stretches from the Cape to Namibia.
Guest: Loyiso Dunga - Marine biologist based in Cape Town
Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper, Senzo Meyiwa's family has expressed optimism as the second docket in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial was disclosed to the High Court in Pretoria - forcing postponement of the case to today (Monday). The second docket opened in 2019 recommends Longwe Twala, Kelly Khumalo, Gladness, Khumalo, Zandile Khumalo, Mthokozisi Twala and Maggie Phiri be charged with murder and defeating the ends of justice. Meyiwa was shot dead in 2014 in Vosloorus at the home of his girlfriend's mother Kelly Khumalo. How is this likely to change the course the case is taking?
Guest: Mpumelelo Zikalala – Director at Zikala Attorneys
Guest: Chad Thomas – Organized Crime Investigator at IRS Forensic Investigations
A few weeks ago social media was abuzz with the reported kidnapping of Shireen Essop. At the time, reports indicated that she was last seen on May 23, driving down Weltevreden Road in a white Toyota. Her car was then recovered in Philippi hours later. The good news is that she was found through the help of the Klipfontein Mission Station Neighbourhood Watch. She was reportedly held hostage in Khayelitsha where ransom money was demanded for her release. So we thought to use this opportunity to talk about the involvement of community anti-crime groups and how effective they can be in working with community safety officials.
Guest: Dean Esau – Member of the Klipfontein Mission Station Neighbourhood Watch
Last week, social media was abuzz with a sense of discontent after we were slapped with another fuel hike and news that inflation was making the cost of living harder. Amidst this discussion, a hashtag emerged called #NationalShutdown - a protest set to take place across the country on Friday, 10 June. In the past week, several organizations have been called upon to endorse the March: from the EFF, SANTACO and COSATU. However, this momentum has decipated with these institutions distancing themselves as organizers. What does this trend tell us about our collective agency? With all the socio-economic challenges we face, are we on a collision course towards another #JulyRiots? What will be the straw the breaks the camel's neck for us to take action and hold this government accountable?
Guest: Tshiamo Malatji - Political Analyst and Organizer
Guest: Lihle Ngcobozi - Lecturer in Public Governance, Public Policy and Gendered Approaches to Development at the Wits School of Governance
Guest: Tessa Dooms - Executive Director of Rivonia Circl
Our next guest hails from a lineage of rich musical heritage, being the niece of multi-instrumentalist and lead vocalist of Afro fusion band Harari, Selby Ntuli. Following her successful debut release “The Offering” (2014), she is globally recognized for her work that is influenced in Spoken Word, Electronic and Jazz. She sees music as community care. She sees her work as not just a journey to find home within herself. Her music facilitates our access to our histories, presents and futures by creating in music
literature the existence of language, experiences and space that speak to us.
Guest(Studio): Thandi Ntuli - Jazz Musician
Over the weekend, ECOWAS held a meeting to establish what action the body should take against military juntas in Mali, Burkina Faso and Guinea. All three countries are suspended from the bodies. ECOWAS failed to reach an agreement and has determined that the body would make a decision at their July summit. Our next guest unpacks what this decision means and what are the possible consequences of not reaching a consensus for the region.
Guest: Izak Kgomo - African Political Analyst
The Pioneer School for the Visually Impaired has launched its own online radio station for its students. The platform allows for pupils to share stories and report on all activities in and around the school. Their principal explains that the purpose of this new platform was to educate the visually impaired pupils to become broadcasters and create employment opportunities.
Guest: Quinton Pendle - Teacher at Pioneer School for the Visually Impaired (Worked for Community Radio Station, Perron FM for six years)
In this hour, we focus on mental health and probe into one of the most difficult conversations we can have with ourselves: admitting that something is wrong and accepting that we need help. We look into three areas that impact our journey: (1) our health-seeking behaviours, (2) the resources available in the public/private sphere and (3) the social stigma that people with mental illness encounter. In the second half hour, we would zone in on men's mental health as they are the most vulnerable group in society when it comes to suicide, according to the South African Society of Psychiatrists. Our nation has ranked in the top ten countries battling with mental health.
Guest (STUDIO): Paula Quinsee - Relationship expert
Guest (STUDIO): Eusebius McKaiser - Author and Radio Personality
Former president Jacob Zuma’s legal team says it has drafted its charge sheet for the private prosecution of prosecutor Billy Downer. This comes after the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) on Tuesday declined to prosecute Downer on charges laid against him by Zuma for allegedly leaking his medical records, due to insufficient evidence.
Guest: Mzwandile Manyi - Spokesperson of the JG Zuma Foundation
As the African National Congress is holding its provincial conferences building up to the December national conference, we thought to look at how the journey is unfolding. It has not been a smooth one with some regions turning violent, some leaders elected despite facing corruption. Many commentators are also asking how much support the current president Cyril Ramaphosa is still enjoying? To help us navigate this subject,
Guest: Rebone Tau - Research Fellow at the Institute for Pan-African Thought & Conversation (IPATC) at the University of Johannesburg
Guest: Lukhanyo Vangqa - Political Analyst
Our next guest was a victim of forced sterilization and she used her experience to do academic research to advocate for women’s right to bodily integrity. The study looks into the use of the contraceptive, depo-provera and the history of its use within South African health policy. It interrogates what women are subjected to without their consent and the rise of fertility control during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also recommends addressing how nurses can work in solidarity with their patients to improve family planning outcomes.
Guest: Dr. Sethembiso Mthembu - Deputy-Director for Research and Policy Analysis - Department of Women, Youth and Persons With Disabilities
When our next guest started the Compost Kitchen in 2018, he was trying to solve a problem of organic waste that is
caused by landfills and contaminating groundwater. By showing communities that waste has value to develop vermicompost, he has in the past two years, our next guest’s initiative has been recognized by the United Nations for their sustainability best practices. As the globe celebrated World Environmental Day, he was announced as part of the prestigious Forbes Africa’s Thirty under Thirty people to watch.
Guest: Himkaar Singh - Chief Executive Officer of the Compost Kitchen
Parents all over this country are really committed to insuring that the most important thing is that their children are educated. Bryan joins us this morning to address this issue…
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty)
Police Minister Bheki Cele says the response he got from Provincial Commissioners as to what went wrong in the first three months of 2022 is unsatisfactory. This after contact crimes like murder, attempted murder and sexual offences spiked unabated. Cele was releasing the quarterly crime statistics in Pretoria on Friday. To find out exactly where things seem to go wrong when it comes to fighting crime in our country,
Guest: Dr Simon Howell - Research associate at UCT's Centre of Criminology, Dr Simon Howell
Guest: Richard Mamabolo – Spokesperson for Police union, POPCRU
Last month, we had a conversation on the cost of job-seeking for young people in South Africa. As we kick off Youth Month, we shift our focus to job-seeking platforms that help young people save money as they seek work. Some organizations have managed to zero-rate their websites to help young people save on data whilst others have opted for physical centres that are easy to reach. Our next guests have made it their mission to make the search for a job easier whether it be through building CVs online, teaching employability skills through online courses or working with employers and NPOs to build platforms to address youth unemployment online.
Guest: Errol Freeman - Chief Executive Officer of LulaLAB Foundation
Guest: Andrew Rudge - Chief Executive Officer of The Reach Trust
Guest: Leanne Viviers - Founder of Mintor
Today’s wind down is with Ntando Bangani, known popularly by his first name Ntando. He released his 9th album last year entitled ‘Camagu’. In one of the interviews he said that chose the title, as a way of thanking his ancestors for everything they have done for him. What has he been up to lately and what else is he working on? Well, he now joins us in the studio to give us a glimpse into his journey…..
Guest: Ntando Bangani – Afro-soul musician known more by his first name Ntando
The EFF yesterday (Thursday) joined the Marikana mineworkers in a picket outside the Johannesburg High Court in a civil case for damages against President Cyril Ramaphosa in his personal capacity, and Sibanye. The party called on Ramaphosa, the government, and Sibanye Stillwater Mines to pay the workers compensation and also warned that they will take action ahead of the 10th Anniversary of the massacre if there is no response by the end of June. To hear now from the EFF as to why they decided to get involved in this issue,
Guest: Commissar Hlengiwe Mkhaliphi - Head of the Labour Desk for the Economic Freedom Fighters
UNISA in the spotlight
The University of South Africa (UNISA) has been under the spotlight in recent weeks for all the wrong reasons. Recent headlines pertaining to the higher education institution point to the conduct of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Puleng Lenka-Bula. Last week, the VC was in hot water surrounding a staff laptop scheme worth R72,6 million that was not passed through Council. Since March 2022, there have also been labour disputes with NEHAWU after the graduation ceremonies came to a halt as workers petitioned. These wage strikes are still on-going.
Guest: Ivan Ramogale - Regional Chairperson for the National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union
Guest: David Maimela - Director: Executive Support, Office of the Principal & Vice-Chancellor at UNISA
The South African Police Service has confirmed that former State Security Agency Director General Arthur Fraser has opened criminal charges against President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Rosebank police station in Johannesburg. In a statement Fraser says the charges emanate from the theft of over four-million US dollars by robbers in February 2020, in collusion with a domestic worker, at the president's Phala Phala farm in Waterberg, Limpopo. Fraser alleges that the Ramaphosa was involved in defeating the ends of justice, kidnapping of suspects, interrogating and bribing them and thereafter concealing the crime from the police. Let’s use this opportunity now to find out why the president would've been compelled to disclose.
Guest: Mpumelelo Zikalala – Director at Zikalala Attorneys
Where are we on the Dagga production and legalisation debate?
Many countries on the African continent are debating the easing of laws around cannabis production. South Africa in particular is in the process of submissions on the Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill where the different groups have raised their concerns on the different aspects of the Bill. What governments seem to battle with is the recreational use of the herb, while the commercial side of things seem to be more welcomed. To look at where we are regarding this issue and also how Africans have been using the herb for healing over the years,
Guest: Gareth Prince – Rastafarian and Human Rights activist
Guest: Rra Letjatji Bokaba – IKS Practitioner and Ngaka
This morning our focus on health is around the misconceptions around stem cells and stem cell transplant that health practitioners say are hindering South Africans from becoming donors. One of the innovations is that of 3D bioprinting human tissue and organs which is also a way of treating blood cancer.
Guest: Dr Theo Gerdener – Medical Director at DKMS Africa
While unemployment lowered overall, unemployment amongst black women surged at 4,2% for the quarter. This trend has worsened in the last two financial years as 2 million of the 3 million people who lost their jobs at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic were women.
Fuel hikes are impacting the cost of food and leading to a possible increase in the cost of public transport. An average South African worker is spending up to 40% of their income on public transport and a further 12% of their salaries on food year-on-year. Whilst there has been a sustained lobby for the basic income grant in light of the pandemic, a range of interventions are needed to protect households and livelihoods.
Guest: Isobel Frye - Director of the Social Policy Initiative
Yesterday (Tuesday), one of our regular callers came up with a suggestion that perhaps if farmers are subsidised, then the food prices could go down. Well, this morning we thought to look deeper into this subject to see if this theory could be a possible solution that the government could apply in an effort to reduce the high cost of food. One of the items that are constantly raised is the high price of cooking oil and wheat which are everyday items we all use.
Guest: Neo Masithela - National Chairperson of the African Farmers' Association of South Africa
Guest: Dr. Mmatlou Kalaba - Agricultural Economist and Lecturer of International Trade at the University of Pretoria
Guest: Christo van der Rheede - Chief Executive Officer at AgriSA
Earlier this year, the ANC in Mpumalanga suspended the Mayor, Council Speaker and Chief Whip at the Msukaligwa Municipality in Ermelo. Today the three are in court to challenge their suspension. It is alleged that the three were seconded to the council on a temporary basis after the party found discrepancies with the ANC list ahead of the November elections. To look at what is going on in that municipality and also the impact it's having to residents and service delivery,
Guest: Vuyiswa Madini – Suspended Speaker in the Msukaligwa Municipality
Guest: Janice Conradie – Chairperson of the Msukaligwa Business and Community Forum
Guest: Muzi Chirwa - Secretary General of the ANC in Mpumalanga
The MEC just pulled out even though I explained that we need him as Cogta. So they as the ANC feel that Muzi should do it.
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan will be spending an hour with us where he will be dealing with all your personal finance questions. He will also be responding to questions that have already been sent to him earlier in the month.
Guest(Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited (Radio line: 011 880 4888)
Our next guest has written to the Public Protector and laid a complaint against the Department of Correctional Services. In this complaint, she has called for an investigation into the parole board and the parole officers on the criteria for which offenses qualify to be placed on parole.
What spurred her complaint was the rate at which parolees were re-offending in communities. The examples she cites included 12-year-old Michaela Williams who was raped and murdered by parolee Steven Fortune, when he had broken his parole conditions. Former UWC student, Jess Hess and her grandfather were also murdered by a parolee. Eight-year-old Reagan Gertse was kidnapped, raped and murdered by parolee Jakobus Petoors.
Guest: Rev. June Dolley-Major - GBV Activist
The ANC has defended its latest draft Economic Policy Document. The policy document that is yet to be discussed, proposes changes in specific economic policy areas. It also proposes modernising the country's Post Office, making it more digital friendly and even transforming it in some places into an internet café. The party's communications sub-committee member Dakota Legoete briefed the media yesterday and this morning Stephen Grootes spoke to Legoete and asked him how he felt about how members of the public blaming the economic downturn to ANC policies….
Guest: Sizwe Pamla
Lasts week the University of Cape Town and The Other Foundation hosted the Kopano conference, a gathering of LGBTIQ activist from different parts of the continent. The Other Foundation is a southern African LGBTI community foundation that advances the equality, freedom and social inclusion of homosexual and bisexual women and men. So at the back of that, we thought to focus on being African and Queer, depicting the lived realities of the LGBTQI community and charting a path forward for human rights recognition in southern Africa.
Guest: Thato Moruti - CEO of LEGABIBO
Guest: Nalumino Likwasi - Co-founder of Women’s Alliance for Equality
Social media is flooded with videos of school children either shouting or beating their teachers. Yesterday (Sunday) an article in the Sunday Times reported that South African schools are being crippled by a spike in rude, delinquent pupils and this takes us back to a question many people keep asking about what went wrong with our schools? Why are these kids so violent? Every time we discuss this issue, many people believe it’s because children have too many rights and also corporal punishment being abolished.
Guest: Nthabiseng Ramothwala - Counseling Psychologist
Child Protection Week: Looking at solutions for teenage pregnancy in our country
The Department of Social Development has launched Child Protection Week with a slight twist of focusing on the growing problem of teenage pregnancy in the country. Well, today we host Lumka Oliphant, spokesperson for the department who wants to do things differently this year. She will be taking your calls for you to share your experiences to see how they as a department can work with you who may be sitting with a pregnant teenager or maybe a child from your teenager who does not have the means to raise the child. Things are getting more and more expensive and news of a pregnant teenager may be very upsetting.
Guest: Lumka Oliphant – Spokesperson for the Department of Social Development
It has been two decades since former president Thabo Mbeki declared the African Century. In that time, the African Union has built forward-thinking policy frameworks in the form of Agenda 2063 & ACFTA. It has also established development agencies to implement mandates (NEPAD). However, the continent has seen several military coups that have gone unanswered and humanitarian crises that require decisive leadership. Some experts have debated that the continent has never been more insecure than it is now. Our next guest is a prolific academic who has written over 100 books ranging from diaspora, migration, empire and globalization to intellectual history, religion and culture. He will be keynote address at the twelfth annual Thabo Mbeki Africa Day Lecture. The theme is the African Union at 20, a commemoration of the landmark Durban Summit that took place back in 2002
Guest: Prof. Toyin Falola - Professor of History and the Jacob & Frances Sanger Mossiker Chair in the Humanities at the University of Texas (Austin)
Mthwakazi is known for her "Xhopera" performances, which combine classical operatic vocals with ancestral sounds from indigenous stringed bows and percussion instruments. Her music carries a message which emphasises spirituality, humanity, humility, peace, optimism, unity, co-existence, and progress as a way of living.
She has performed in SA and Europe as a Mezzo Soprano, Coloratura, Dramatic Soprano and Lyric Soprano with top ensembles including Isango-Portobello, the Olivier Award-winning Opera Company. Her performances are unique with extravagant headdresses, painted face designs and designed costumes, evoking images akin to visions.
Guest: Mthwakazi – Musician
The staff members of Coastal KZN TVET College have not been paid. The College has been under the administration and reporting to the Department of Higher Education for the past twelve months. The workers have cited that there have been problems with payments dating back to last year. In March 2022, its administrator wrote to the Deputy-Director General and Chief Financial Officer for the Department to assist the higher education institution’s baseline as it also has to pay other immediate services linked to residence and administration. The staff are also concerned that the college may close due to the extent of the financial challenges that the institution is facing.
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu - Provincial Manager (Kwa-Zulu Natal) at the Public Servants Association
Guest: Sam Zungu – Deputy-Director: TVET Colleges for the Department of Higher Education and Training
For our Africa Unlocked feature today we speak to Mbuso Khoza. He will be presenting a selection of Africa-centric music called iJadu Le Afrika tomorrow (Friday) till Sunday which seeks to reflect on the past and the present through music, which mirrors African history. He will also be educating the audience about Africa Day and what we should all know about it and our African heritage.
Guest: Mbuso Khoza - Award winning vocalist and songwriter. Also an African historian
In the 2021 State of the Nation Address, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that he would break ground on the smart cities in Lanseria and Giyani. Our next guest was inspired by that speech and started planning a development in the Collins Chabane Local Municipality. At the end of this month, Nkuna City is set to launch the first completed phase of the project.
Guest(Studio): Dr Mike Nkuna - Founder of the Masingita Property Investment Holdings
We speak now to the uMkhonto we Sizwe Liberation War Veterans Interim Committee. They have renewed themselves by setting up a committee that has been mandated to unite, renew and deal with the welfare of the community of former and ex MK combatants. Over the years, questions have been asked as to who the real MK Veterans are and which formation is being recognised.
Guest: Dan Hato – Convenor of the uMkhonto we Sizwe Liberation War Veterans Interim Committee
According to the 2020 Global Healthcare Index, South Africa's healthcare system ranks 49th out of 89 countries. In the past two years, our local healthcare system has been under severe pressure due to the pandemic. With hospitals facing issues surrounding staff shortage and lack of maintenance of critical infrastructure, there are concerns surrounding how the healthcare system will recover as no new hospitals have been built. Beyond this, healthcare accessibility still remains poor and there are problems retaining physicians in the public system.
Guest: Dr. Rajesh Patel - Head of benefits and risk at Board of Healthcare Funders
Guest: Christoff Raath - Joint CEO of Insight Actuaries & Consultants
Guest: Dr Nthuthuko Bhengu - CEO and Founder: Alchemy Health Technologies
Striking Sibanye-Stillwater mineworkers have vowed to remain camped outside the Union Buildings. They want President Cyril Ramaphosa to intervene in their ongoing wage battle with the gold miner. The workers, affiliated to AMCU and NUM, have been in Pretoria for five days. Sibanye-Stillwater, meanwhile, is adamant that its wage offer is fair. Let’s use this opportunity now to speak to a mineworker who is taking part in the sit-in to talk about the work they do and also why they feel that they need the amount they are demanding. Let’s now welcome…
Guest: Nolihle - Mineworker affiliated to NUM
Today we focus on Hereditary Angioedema. According to medical journals, it is a chronic disorder characterised by sudden swelling attacks in the skin’s deeper layers which is caused by
a lack of a protein inhibitor in the blood. Up to 150,000 individuals are affected by this disorder worldwide. To educate us on it, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Prof. Jonathan Peter - Unit Head of the Lung Institute at the University of Cape Town
As the National Land Summit is set to be held this coming Friday and Saturday, we thought to revisit the issue looking at where we are. But most importantly the aspect of communal and traditional land. Who owns the most communal land and under what authority is it classified? What is the progress of land restitution for communal land and why is it important to build legislative framework for communal land? To help us answer some of these questions
Guest: Nokwanda Sihlali – Research Officer at the Land and Accountability Research Centre
Guest: Constance Mogale – Coordinator of the Alliance for Rural Democracy
Guest: Bonginkosi Zulu – Chief Director: Land Tenure at the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
Guest: Ayabonga Cawe - Author of the Economy at Your Doorstep and Managing Director of Xesibe Holdings
Guest: Peter Setou – Chief Executive Officer of the Vumalana Advisory Fun
Today Bryan focuses on why innocent investors always lose out. What is it that they are doing wrong and what should they be looking out for?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The National Youth Development Agency recently held its first annual Integrated Youth Development Strategy. The aim of the summit was for young people to gather, discuss, and reflect on the implementation of youth development and also look into challenges that youth are facing. To talk about what is different this time around seeing how young people are losing patience due to job scarcity. If I’m a young person. What must I take from this summit?
Guest: Asanda Luwaca - NYDA Chairperson
A few weeks ago, we received a letter from inmates at the Kutuma Sinthumule Correctional Centre. They have raise a lot of issues they say infringe on their constitutional rights, one of them being around their rights to vote. In their letter they would like to see more political parties being allowed to campaign as they say the ANC is the only party that is allowed to campaign. Now, as we engage them on the issues they are raising, we also look at the issue of their voting and other constitutional rights
Guest: Sifiso Khumalo – Speaking on behalf of the concerned inmates
Guest: Emerantia Cupido - The spokesperson for the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services
Guest: Tessa Dooms – Board member of Rivonia Circle
‘Removing of a head of a Chapter 9 Institution’ Focus: As you’ve heard throughout the morning that Members of the public have until the end of today (Monday) to notify Parliament's Section 194 Committee in writing, if they wish to give evidence in favour or against the investigation into Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane's fitness to hold office. The invitation was extended on the 13th May by the committee after it had resolved to continue with the inquiry. For this discussion, we take a look at the seriousness of this issue. How do we conclude that a head of a Chapter 9 institution is not fit for office? What did precedence is this setting?
Guest: Reitumetse Benedict Phiri - The Managing Director at IusPrudentia Specialist Counsel
Guest: Dan Mafaro – Research Officer at CASAC
Guest: Lulama Matya – SABC Parliamentary Reporter
Guest: Karam Singh – Executive Director of Corruption Watch
Director of the Aid organisation Gift of the Givers Dr Imtiaz Sooliman, says from what he sees in Kwazulu Natal, many people are not keen to be moved from their homes despite renewed flooding in the province following more heavy rains. The rains have caused substantial damage in parts of eThekwini - including uMdloti. Premier Sihle Zikala and the provincial Department of Local Government and Traditional Affairs have been giving updates over the weekend and also relocating people to safer areas and to give us a sense of how they are dealing with the situation,
Guest: Vusi Makhosini – SABC Reporter (KZN)
This Sunday, young people will gather at the Chris Hani Sports Complex for the start of a week-long summit. The Summit brings together over 150 speakers from various sectors: Technology, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Arts & Culture, Health, Transport and Retail. The summit is set to bring workplace expertise, learning opportunities and business funding within reach of young people.
Guest: Sibusiso Molimi - Author
Guest: Matshepo Molefe – Founder of Skinny AF
Guest: Sibusiso Manqa - Youth from Orange Farm
Focus:in Umlazi, KZN, she started in the church singing in the choir where she is said to have learnt how to sing. One of the characteristics highlighted in her biography is that She is motivated by love, inner strength.
Guest: Hlengiwe Pearl – Singer and songwriter
In the past 48 hours, two sexual assault cases have emerged on university campuses. Whilst the University of Stellenbosch has condemned any criminality on campus and provided assistance to affected students, the University of Cape Town has published a statement alleging that the student in question refused the assistance the university and refuting claims made by a Twitter account surrounding sexual assault on campus. When will campuses around the country become safe again? Where do we start in uprooting and addressing rape culture and university administrators?
Guest: Javu Baloyi - Spokesperson of the Commission of Gender Equality (He gave a lecture on Wednesday on the issue of rape at universities)
Guest: Andy Kawa - Founder of the Kwanele-Enuf Foundation
For our Africa Unlocked feature this morning, we take a look at Kenya's former Prime Minister Raila Odinga chosing the country's former Justice Minister Martha Karua to be his running mate in the upcoming General Elections. The move evoked excitement among supporters and some in the opposition camp. In case of an Odinga victory, Karua would be the highest ranking female politician in the country's history. Meanwhile, Deputy President William Ruto named former public administrator Rigathi Gachagua as his deputy. To look why Odinga decided to bring in Martha Karua and also could this boost his chances of finally becoming president?
Guest: Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst & language specialist at Channel Africa Kiswahili desk
The Criminalization of Hate Speech and Hate Crimes
This week, oral and written submissions were presented for the second round of public hearings on the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill in Parliament. In this round of submissions, many organizations agreed that the Bill needs to define harm more specifically to avoid the failures of the Domestic Violence Act, stakeholders have raised differing concerns surrounding the interpretation of the Bill when it comes to protected speech, the use of criminal sanctions, the rehabilitation process and the advocacy of hatred. The bill held its first public hearings at the end of March 2022, four years after the bill was first introduced to the National Assembly. Parliament cited that the 2019 national elections had delayed the process. The first hearing highlighted the concerns surrounding the crime category, the police reporting on hate crimes/hate speech and no adequate costing of the bill. So far, how is it protecting citizens and what more does it need to deal effectively with hate speech?
Guest: Thandi Smith - Head of Programmes at Media Monitoring Africa
Guest: Ernst van Zyl - Campaign Officer at AfriForum
Guest: Kim Lithgow – Member of the Hate Crimes Working Group
The latest PPS Graduate Professional Index has revealed that the number of graduate professionals in the older age groups committed to a career in South Africa is diminishing. Some of their concerns are around the volatile economic situation, political challenges and the impact of COVID-19. On the other hand, black 18- to 24-year-old graduate professionals show the strongest confidence. What are we to read into this?
Guest: Ayanda Seboni - Corporate Communications Executive at PPS
On 16th May, the health fraternity commemorated World Hypertension Day. Our next guests looked through the data of their medical scheme membership and recognized that those diagnosed with hypertension had consistently increased over the past three years from 377 784 members to 405,000 registered members. Last year, Discovery Health Medical Scheme claims related to cardiovascular and circulatory condition treatment amounted to R6.1 billion, a 7% increase on claims paid out during the same period. To find out what could be behind this and what the leading causes of hypertension are,
Guest: Dr. Noluthando Nematswerani - Head Of Clinical Excellence at Discovery
Guest: Dr. Mosima Mabunda - Head of Vitality Wellness at Discovery
Yesterday (Tuesday) the Human Sciences Research Council launched their research report into the Covid-19 Social Relief of Distress grant and social protection in the country. The report entitled ‘It’s a lifeline, But it’s not enough’ looked at what an adult’s experience is when applying for the SRD grant and how it impacted their lives. Now if you have been listening to this show, many of our listeners have been complaining about the process and how long they have to wait before they can finally access the funds. What then does this research teaches us and what picture is it painting?
Guest: Abigail Peters – Paralegal Fieldworker for Black Sash
Guest: Dr Candice Groenewald – Chief Research Specialist in the Human and Social Capabilities Division at the Human Sciences Research Council
Learners of the Itumeleng School for intellectually disabled children have been struggling to gain access to identity documents from the Department of Home Affairs in Gauteng. Some of the pupils were not registered at birth. A former pupil was assigned a birth certificate that does not appear on the Home Affair system. Our next guest has raised concerns on how children who are not registered at birth are at risk of being stateless and not have access to rights to education, healthcare and job opportunities…
Guest: Nothando Shongwe - Legal Advisor: statelessness Project at Lawyers for Human Rights
Last week residents of Nkomazi in Mpumalanga shut down the offices of the embattled local municipality over a lack of service delivery, demanding clean drinking water, electricity, and roads, among other things. By the end of the week municipal workers had still not returned to work. Since a new councillor was sworn in after the November 2021 local government election- there has not been stability in that municipality. The African National Congress in the province expelled the Executive Mayor Johan Mkhatshwa for allegedly defying the party after the November Local Government Elections.
Guest: Motsibi Wa-Monareng – SABC journalist in Mpumalanga
Guest: Impi Mkhwanazi – One of the community leaders in Nkomazi
Guest: Collen Sedibe – EFF Chairperson in Mpumalanga
Guest: Mariette Preddy – DA Councillor at the Nkomazi Municipality
We live fast-paced lives and sometimes, there are moments when we drop the ball. We cancel appointments at the last minute and sometimes, our approach comes off as blowing people off. Our next guest raises important questions surrounding how we show the people in our lives that their relationships are of high value to us. Conversely, she also raises the question surrounding how we build the vocabulary, qualities and the boundaries to be treated as a high value person by others.
Guest: Iman Rappetti - Television anchor, former Radio Host and Author of Becoming Iman and Sermons of Soul
New police commissioner, Fannie Masemola, has committed to addressing the backlog in DNA testing in understaffed forensic laboratories. As of September 2021, the backlog stands at 240 000 DNA cases that still needed to be processed and Minister of Police, Bheki Cele said in a media briefing back in February 2022 that this backlog would be cleared within six months. Advocacy group, Action Society is lodging a complaint with the Public Protector and to tell us more on this,
Guest: Name TBC
82% of South African doctors, nurses and allied health professionals believe that there is a stigma attached to them for asking for help with their own mental health. This is according to research conducted by the Healthcare Workers Care Network. The network was set-up in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic when they anticipated added stresses on healthcare workers during that period.
Guest: Dr Alicia Porter – Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
Focus: As the 5th edition of the Elimination of Child Labour conference is underway, we take a look at the state of child labour in our own country. Last year, a report entitled the ‘2020 Findings on the Worst forms of Child labour’ has revealed that children in South Africa are subjected to the worst forms of child labour, including in commercial sexual exploitation and forced begging. To find out how South Africa is doing on this
Guest: Steve Miller - Chief Executive Officer of Save The Children South Africa
Whenever we switch on a radio or television, we often hear stories of heinous crimes committed at the hands of men. However, we don't interrogate the root of the destructive behaviour and what leads to their violent reaction. Our next guest argues that if we are to overcome GBVF, we need to include men in the conversation not just as perpetrators. She argues that we need to prioritize the development needs of the Boy Child at a much earlier stage of their lives in order to overcome the toxic behaviours and intergenerational trauma that remains pervasive within society.
Guest: Dr. Linda Ncube- Nkomo - Chief Executive Officer of the New Love Life Trust
The Western Cape Education Department drafted guidelines on Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation in Public Schools. The guidelines would encourage schools to develop more accommodative dress code requirements to allow for LGBTQI learners to express their gender. Some of the other guidelines include introducing gender neutral bathrooms, bringing their partners to school functions (Matric Dance) and participation in school sports. Whilst some have called these guidelines a breakthrough in social transition, there have been concerns raised that the Department has not gotten the draft tabled at the legislature. Those who have condemned the guidelines say that learners will be forced to share bathrooms. To help us unpack
Guest: Ferlon Christians - Member of Provincial Legislature in the Western Cape (ACDP)
Guest: Dr Simon Pickstone-Taylor: Child Psychiatrist and Head of the Gender Identity Development Service at Red Cross Hospital
Guest: Tshego Phala - Executive Director of Equal Education Law Centre
Guest: Basil Manuel - Executive Director of National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa
From her humble beginnings in the township of KwaMashu, Swazi Dlamini started her music career as a vocalist for the gospel group, Joyous Celebration. In 2003, her debut album: My First Love was awarded the 2004 SAMA for Best Female Artist. In 2004, she won a Kora Award for Most Promising African Female Artist. Her second album: Dance with Me showed off her voice by covering a range of styles, including R&B, jazz, gospel and blues. It garnered nominations for Best Contemporary Jazz album at both the Samas and the Metro FM Awards in 2006.
Guest: Swazi Dlamini - Musician
As new cases of COVID-19 surpass the 10 000 mark, the country seems to be heading towards a fifth wave in the winter. With the positivity rate at 25%, our next guest suggests that our relaxed social measures had a role to play in the new sub-variant. Further, he recommends that we become more vigilant to the symptoms. To unpack how this spike and how it has impacted the higher education sector as it returned to campus...
Guest: Prof. Ramneek Ahluwalia - Chief Executive Officer of Higher Health
Housing advocacy group, Ndifuna Ukwazi has criticised National Minister of Human Settlements Mmamoloko Kubayi’s 2022 Human Settlements Budget Vote. Kubayi’s speech stipulated how the South African government will deliver government-subsidised housing across all provinces. They described the budget vote as disappointing, lacking any clear vision for how to address the critical failure of her Department to meaningfully deliver housing to South Africans. The current housing backlog has ballooned to 3,7 million homes compared to 1,5 million in 1994.
Guest: Buhle Booi – Head of organising for Ndifuna Ukwazi
Guest: Jodi Allemeier - Independent Consultant
Last week Friday as part of the Africa Month celebrations, Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area, addressed a webinar themed ‘the role of trade and investment promotion in advancing the AFCFTA’. One of the issues he highlighted in his address was the fact that African countries trade less with each other compared to other continents. He believes that this can be reversed through the intertrade agreement. No, we've heard so much about this and to find out where we are currently and how far we still have to go till we see the fruits of this much talked about system, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Saul Molobi – CEO and Group Chair of Brandhill Africa and also a global marketing practitioner in trade and investment promotion in Africa
Today marks International Nurses Day which celebrates the role nurses play in society. The day also marks the anniversary of Florence Nightingale’s birth. What would hospitals and doctors be without nurses? To give us a glimpse of what a typical day is like for a nurse and also where the profession is today,
Nonkonzo - Nurse at the Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital (Umtata)
The Young Nurses Indaba Trade Union are marking the day by marching from the Union Buildings to the SA Council of Nurses. To unpack the purpose of the march,
Guest: Lerato Mthunzi - General Secretary of the Young Nurses Indaba Trade Union (YNITU)
Guest: Cameron Dugmore - Opposition Leader of the Western Cape legislature (ANC)
Guest: Brett Herron – Member of parliament and secretary general of Good Party
Advocacy group, My Vote Counts has raised concerns that budget cuts to the Electoral Commission of almost R800-million over the next three years poses a threat to democracy.
Guest: Letlhogonolo Letshele - Electoral Systems Researcher at My Vote Counts
At the back of World Asthma Day last week we are reminded about how much education is still needed around this chronic condition.
Guest: Trevor Brewer - Managing Director of Air Treatment Specialists Solenco
Guest: Dr Candice Royal – Allergist from the KidsAllergy Paediatric and Allergy Centre
In today’s municipal watch, we take a different approach by interrogating the state of our municipal sphere of governance.
Guest: Sithole Mbanga - Chief Executive Officer of the SA Cities Networks
When you take out life cover, many may think of it as just another monthly premium or even a grudge purchase. What if it could be part of growing your wealth?
Guest: Sinenhlanhla Nzama - Head Product Actuary at Investec Life
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula yesterday (Monday) launched the National Railway Policy white paper which outlines how passenger and cargo rail will be rolled out and managed in the short-to-medium and long term future.
Guest: Ngwako Makaepea – Deputy Director General: Rail transport
This morning for our personal development feature we go all the way to the Netherlands where we are joined by Tinashe Ruzane, CEO of FlexClub.
Guest(Netherlands): Tinashe Ruzane – Chief Executive Officer of FlexClub
Let’s speak now to Dr Pali Lehohla, former Statistician General about an article he wrote calling for an administered pricing system. This is something he has been calling for during the time when he was in office. Seeing how the petrol and electricity prices are
currently making us all upset and bodies like NERSA given full power to decide when terrify prices can be increased without us as citizens having much to say, is Dr Lehohla’s proposal a better solution?
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla – Former South African Statistician General
On Friday, President Cyril Ramaphosa said that the launch of the nuGen hydrogen powered truck is a remarkable milestone which will lead to the creation of new industries in South Africa and an economy that is more sustainable. He was speaking at the Mogalakwena PGM mine in Mokopane, Limpopo where the launch was happening and one of the things he said is that communities and mine employees won’t be left out in terms of benefitting. Well, over the years, we’ve seen how mining communities have been complaining that they benefit nothing from mines in their area. How then should we interpret what the president is saying? If you are in a mining area, should you be happy at what the President is saying? T
Guest: Raserola Mashamaite – Chair of the Marikana Youth Development Organisation
Guest: Mathapelo Thobejane – Longtime mining community activist in Limpopo and the Bench Mark’s Foundation’s monitor on the ground (She will be speaking from the Mining Indaba)
Guest: Margaret Molomo Community leader of the Mogalakwena Mining Community
MEC for Human Settlements in KZN, Jomo Sibiya also tabled his Budget Speech where he outlined how he hopes to deal with the massive destruction caused by the heavy floods. Thousands of people were displaced after they houses either sunk or demolished by the floods. Where is he hoping to start?
Guest: Ndabezinhle Sibiya – Spokesperson of KZN MEC for Human Settlement
The Department of Social Development in KwaZulu-Natal is currently at the forefront of providing relief to thousands of the province’s citizens who lost their homes during the recent floods. On Friday, MEC Nonhlanhla Khoza. Tabled her Budget Speech where she was concerned about the impact the budget cuts may have in rendering the much needed service. She now joins us on the line to tell us more…
Guest: Nonhlanhla Khoza – MEC for Social Department in KZN
As you’ve heard in the news that voting is under way at the Eastern Cape 9th ANC Provincial conference which nearly hit a snag after delegates disagreed over the adoption of credentials. The hold-up was reportedly caused by disagreements around the inclusion of ten branches from the Doctor WB Rubusana region who had failed meet the requirements to participate in the conference. They also had an issue with the inclusion of delegates from the veterans' league saying they had no viable structure in the province.
Guest: Samkele Maseko – SABC senior political reporter
The ANC in KZN has raised concerns surrounding the pace at which the cases of political killings in the province are reaching the courts. According to officials, they have not received an update from the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Political Killings since February. The province says it is not concerned of any immediate threats to political violence ahead of its upcoming provincial electoral conference in July.
Guest: Prof Mary de Haas - Honorary Research Fellow at the School of Law at UKZN (specializes in political violence and policing)
Guest: Dr Zulumathabo Zulu, Research Scientist and Director of Madisebo University Research Institute
Guest on the line: Reuben Maleka, Acting Deputy General Manager of the Public Servants Association of South Africa
Parliament has filed an application to the Constitutional Court requesting a six-month extension of the deadline to finalise the amendment, which aims to change the Act to allow citizens to stand for election in the national Parliament and provincial legislatures. Over and above this application, organizations such as the New Nation Movement wrote to the Standing Committee of Home Affairs on their discontent surrounding the public participation process on the amendment bill. In new developments, the Department of Home Affairs appeared before Parliament this past Friday to answer questions surrounding why the amendment bill only became available to the National Assembly on 10th January 2022 and how it would navigate the objections that have been raised during the public participation process in March 2022.
Guest: Mandisa Mashego - Project Director at the South African Electoral Reforms
Guest: Lulu White - Chairperson of Election Management Consulting Agency of Africa (EMCA)
Mali’s military-led transitional government has announced that it has terminated all its military and defence cooperation treaties with France. The military junta is accusing France, which is Mali’s former colonial ruler of what they call “flagrant attacks” on its sovereignty. This has been a long time coming as tension between the two countries has been rising and still is. What should we read into this and how is France likely to react seeing also that the US Deputy Secretary of State, Wendy Sherman is also on the African continent to boost bilateral cooperation with the various countries. To help us navigate these developments, we are joined in the studio by…..
Guest: Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst & language specialist at Channel Africa Kiswahili desk
The EFF and the family of the party's former secretary-general Godrich Gardee are this morning expected to brief the media on the funeral arrangements of Gardee's daughter. Farmworkers found 28-year-old Hillary Gardee's body on the Lydenburg road outside Mbombela in Mpumalanga on Tuesday after she went missing on Friday.
Guest: Chad Thomas – Organized Crime Investigator at IRS Forensic Investigations
Guest: Andy Mashaile - Ambassador of the Interpol’s Turn Back Crime campaign and former Chairperson Gauteng Provincial Community Police Board
This week is National Hospice Week and we thought to focus on how Covid-19 has changed our perceptions around palliative care. Those in the sector are highlighting the fact that it was understood to be solely care for the terminally ill which they say is not true as it is meant to provide care for people whose life is threatened by a disease which also includes Covid-19. To educate us more on this
Guest: Leigh Meinert - Advocacy and Operations Manager at the Hospice Palliative Care Association of South Africa (HPCA)
Looking for work is expensive. Nearly two-thirds of young South Africans rely on family members to help fund the cost of job-seeking.
Guest: Senzelwe Mthembu – Researcher at the Centre for Social Development in Africa, University of Johannesburg
Guest: Kristal Duncan – Project Lead for Youth Capital
Guest: Duma Gqubule - Researcher and Financial Journalist
Last week, we had a request from Mac, a caller from Mamelodi during our open line for us to have a conversation surrounding men's reproductive health needs.
Guest: Professor Shingai Mutambirwa - Head of Department of Urology, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Described as the new deal for the local businesses in Gauteng, the Township Economic Development Act was signed into law this past Friday.
Guest: Parks Tau - MEC of Economic Development in Gauteng
Guest: Amir Sheikh - Spokesperson of the African Diaspora Forum
Today Bryan focuses on the advantages of investing sooner than later.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Today as we mark World Press Freedom Day, we turn our focus on the impact of social media on journalism. We’ve seen in the entertainment space how journalists are attacked by fans of celebrities. Also the public’s input to a story that can make facts questionable as people add any information to a story without it being verified
Guest: Prof Glenda Daniels - Associate professor in the Media Studies department at the University of the Witwatersrand
This past Saturday was World Veterinary Day and we thought to speak to someone in that industry about the profession and also why we don’t have that many young studying to be a vet. Dr Siphesihle Nxumalo-Maseko speaks passionately about her profession and says that there is a lack of veterinarians in South Africa and that the shortage must be addressed. What attracted her to this profession and what would she say would make young people interested in it? She now joins us on the line to take us through her journey….
Guest: Dr Siphesihle Nxumalo-Maseko - Agricultural Research Council
Municipal Watch: Ngwathe Local Municipality
Today we visit the Ngwathe Municipality in Parys, Free State. They were in the news earlier this year when the Supreme Court of Appeal ruled that Eskom cannot cut off their electricity supply despite them owing more than a billion at the time. One of the other controversies last year was that of erecting a statue that cost R3.3-million at the never-used Fezile Dabi Stadium, something which upset the Tumahole residents in one of the townships. Young people there would are crying for job opportunities. How are they turning things around seeing we’ve recently come out of the local government elections?
Guest: Victoria De Beer - Mthombeni – Executive Mayor at the Ngwathe Municipality in Parys, Free State
Guest: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola – Spokesperson for the National Union of Metal Workers
Guest: Sizwe Pamla – Cosatu’s National Spokesperson
Guest: Charles David Nupen - Attorney and Lawyer practicing in Johannesburg also director at Harris Nupen Molebatsi Attorneys
Guest: Dudu Msomi – CEO of Busara Leadership Partners, an expert in Human Capital Management and Leadership development
What you’ve just heard is a classic from Mango groove called Special Star. It’s one of those songs that tell the South African story. The pennywhistle just stands out so much that it takes you to the days of Kofifi. Today we welcome Claire Johnston for the Friday Wind Down to talk about her journey and what she’s busy with and also Mango Groove, what has happened to the group?
Guest: Claire Johnston - Singer and songwriter
The defence lawyer, arrested at the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial in the Pretoria High Court, says was held on a fraudulent warrant of arrest. Advocate Malesela Teffo was arrested for contempt of court after the matter adjourned. He allegedly failed to appear on a contempt of court matter. The warrant is understood to have been issued in January. Teffo represents four of the accused in the Senzo Meyiwa murder trial. Teffo says his previous warrant of arrest was cancelled.
Guest: Hasina Gori – SABC news journalist
Guest: Mpumelelo Zikalala – Managing Director at Zikalala Attorneys
Guest: Chad Thomas - Organised Crime Investigator from IRS Forensic Investigations
Focus: Government Communication and Information System, GCIS on Friday held a discussion looking at how the media covers stories of immigration and anti-foreigner sentiments in a manner that they say will foster social cohesion. They were also looking at the sensitivity that should be applied when dealing with this issue. For a perspective on this
Guest: Sophie Mokoena – SABC International News Editor
Guest: Boitumelo Madiba – Marketing Strategist at Easy Zicaldo
Guest: Thandi Smith - Head of Programmes at Media Monitoring Africa
As the country battle gender based violence, men are often called upon to do something. We’ve seen so many organisations being formed to do something about the scourge. Well, let’s tell you now about a campaign with a difference. Father A Nation is a non-profit company that addresses GBV, crime and fatherlessness. They are taking their message to taverns through the #Noexcuse movement to reach out to men who frequent these places and to tell us why they decided to go this route
Guest: Zizipho Mtwesi - National Coordinator at Father A Nation
Guest: Sanelisiwe Tshangana – Brand Manager for Carling Black Label
The Women on Farms Project says that many women are facing evictions on farms since the lifting of the National State of Disaster. On Tuesday more than a hundred women marched to the Paarl Magistrates Court and Drakenstein Municipality to highlight this issue.
Guest: Carmen Louw – Co-Director of Women on Farms Project
Guest: Jacqueline Sampson – Director of planning development and human settlements in Drakenstein Municipality
South Africa’s freedom was won through a long tradition of activism that was led by the youth.
Guest: Pearl Pillay – Managing Director of YouthLab and Board Member of NYDA
Guest: Ayanda Kota - Founder of the Unemployed People Movement and Makana Citizens Front
Guest: Zulaikha Patel – Social and Anti-racism Activist
Guest: Mark Heywood - Editor of Maverick Citizen
Guest: Ntsako Mkhabela – Social activist and founder of Mzansi Spell BEE
THINKING POINT: Freedom Day 2022
Today marks the 28th anniversary of the day where the entire world our country transitioning from apartheid to democracy.
Guest: Prof Pitika Ntuli –Cultural Analyst
According to the UNDESA report, over 900 000 South Africans emigrated during the period of 2015 and 2020.
Guest: Prof. Nancy Stiegler - Professor in Demography at the University of the Western Cape
Guest: Sizwe Pamla - the National Spokesperson of COSATU
South Africa faces a crisis of infant abandonment. Among the many dreadful repercussions of the Covid-19 pandemic, the lockdown has seen a spate of unthinkable child abandonments – a toddler discarded in a dustbin; a six-week-old baby found at midnight in a hole next to a highway; a toddler left with a stranger in the queue outside a shop.
Guest: Dr. Whitney Rosenberg – Childrens rights activist, child law expert and co-founder of Baby Saver
Guest: Robyn Wolson Vorster – Adoption advocate and children’s rights activist
Former Rhodes University student Yolanda Dyantyi was permanently excluded from Rhodes University for her role in the #RUReferenceList protests. She challenged the lifetime ban in the High Court and the Supreme Court of Appeal.
Guest: Yolanda Dyantyi - Former student at Rhodes University
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan is devoted to answering questions that have been submitted to him during the month.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates
For this morning’s Municipal Watch feature, we talk to the office of the Ombudsman for the City of Johannesburg.
Guest: Puleng Hlatshwayo - Our Acting Executive Manager: Strategic Management Support
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate is said to be battling to investigate cases of police brutality.
Guest: Dr Chris de Kock - Crime expert and former head of the Crime Information Analysis Centre
Guest: Thuso Keefelakae – Director of Investigations at the Independent Police Investigative Directorate
The National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union, Nehawu says that it will be shutting down the University of South Africa in protest of allegations of corruption. There are also reports of the suspended union members who are misleading some of the workers. Last week, NEHAWU marched to the offices of the Department of Higher Education where they delivered their memorandum. To get some clarity as to what is really going on there
Guest: Ivan Mogale – Regional Chairperson for the National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union
Guest: Victor Dlamini – UNISA Spokesperson
The Thrive by Five Index has revealed a very bleak picture of the way South Africa treats its children. One of the findings is that two-thirds of the country’s young children are failing to thrive and are unlikely to achieve their potential. One of the biggest contributing factors is that they are not receiving the support required to thrive in the education system and beyond. To tell us more on this
Guest: Kayin Scholtz – Chair of the Steering Committee at Real Reform for the Early Childhood Development campaign
Yesterday marked World Corrosion Awareness Day and we though to use the opportunity to educate ourselves around it. Infrastructure in particular is affected the most at a very high cost to the economy. The Corrosion Institute of Southern Africa is today (Monday) holding an event where they are highlighting the impact corrosion has on the country and how we can better deal with it for future and to educate us more on this
Guest: Petra Mitchell – Executive Director at the Corrosion Institute of Southern Africa
The soothing sounds of Simphiwe Dana ushers in the weekend for us today.
Guest(Studio): Simphiwe Dana – South African singer and songwriter
Michael Jackson says it all in this song we’ve just played about the damage we are causing to the earth.
Guest: Dr Stephen Helary – Founder of TERRES DE AFRIQUE
Guest: Francesca de Gasparis, Executive Director for SA FCEI
Guest: Makoma Lekalakala - Director of Earthlife Africa Johannesburg
Guest: Richard Chelin - Senior Researcher at ENACT
Guest: Roelof Viljoen - National Project Manager of Business Against Crime South Africa
Last week, we started our conversation on the state of schools in the province. This followed complaints highlighting deteriorating buildings, shortages of classrooms, asbestos fixtures, and a lack of access to sufficient water and basic sanitation. We have heard from school governing bodies and teachers’ unions who have had to endure these conditions. According to the Department of Education in the North West, it does not have sufficient budget to address over 640 complaints relating to poor infrastructure in public schools. Today, we hear their side of the story.
Guest: Shela Makwela - Acting Chief Director: Infrastructure at the Department of Education (North West)
Guest: Kelebogile Asegae - Chairperson of the School Governing Body for Gabobidiwe High School
Guest: Seetleng Lehihi - SABC Journalist (North West)
Focus: Police Minister, Bheki Cele has given Gauteng Police Commissioner, Elias Mawela 48 hours to arrest those behind the murder of Soweto resident, Kgomotso Diale. Diale was shot and killed during a march by the residents of Pimville who were protesting against cable theft. Five other people were wounded. Let’s take a listen to what he said to the residents yesterday…
LINK: Let’s speak now to one of the community leaders about the cable theft problem they are facing…
Guest: Thabang Moloi – One of the community leaders in Pimville
Guest: Isaac Mangena – Spokesperson of City Power
This month, graduation ceremonies from across the country have filled our timelines and newsfeed. The University of Witwatersrand will confer honorary doctorates to five luminaries who have made indelible contributions to the country and shaped our society. One of those being honoured at this ceremony is Navi Pillay. She is being recognized for her work in human rights and international criminal law. She has played a critical role in developing jurisprudence on freedom of speech and hate propaganda. She has served in the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, the International Criminal Court, and as a United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. To share her story and what this honour means to her
Guest: Navanethem ‘Navi’ Pillay – former Justice
Earlier this week, a mortar fire attack struck the houses of Parliament in Mogadishu. This attack took place as newly elected parliamentarians held a joint session to plan ahead of the presidential elections. Al-Shabaab has taken responsibility for the attack stating that their intention was to target the over 300 representatives. There are also looming questions surrounding the power struggle between President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed and Prime Minister Mohamed Hussein Roble. To help us navigate this issue
Guest: Abdirizak Ali Osman - Deputy Chairperson of the Somali Community Board of South Africa
This past Sunday marked World Haemophilia Day and we thought to focus on it for today’s health feature. It is classified as a rare condition that affects the blood's ability to clot. Some medical journals say that it is usually inherited and affects men the most. The major challenge is for those with children as they cannot stop bleeding because their blood lacks adequate clotting factor. To educate us on this
Guest: Prof Marius Coetzee - Associate Professor in the Department of Haematology and Cell Biology at the University of Free State
In Limpopo, the department of basic education released a circular that prohibits teaching assistants for studying further or finding part-time work during the course of their contracts. The appointment of teaching assistants forms part of the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative. To unpack the intentions of the Department in this action
Guest: Lala Maje - National Project Manager of the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative at the Department of Basic Education
LINK: This decision has sparked criticism from trade unions and school governing bodies alike. Trade Unions challenged the Department for allowing teaching assistants to study further whilst School Governing Bodies decried that the province can ill-afford terminating contracts when overall academic performance is poor. To help us understand the concerns of the unions
Guest: Nomusa Cembi – National Media Officer of South Africa Teachers Union
Guest: Yolanda Dyantyi - Former Rhodes University student
Guest: Nomzamo Zondo - Executive Director of SERI-SA
The KZN Floods have damaged water infrastructure at Umgeni Water and has left residents without drinking water.For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Gideon Groenewald - Hydrologist and member of the Gift of the Givers
Guest: Gasant Abarder - Manager: Media, Marketing and Communications at University of the Western Cape (Written in his personal capacity)
Guest: Yolanda Makhanya - Branch Manager for Kwa-Zulu Natal at Food Forward South Africa
Our next guest is an award-winning pianist and composer whose work has been recognized from the South Africa Music Awards to the Urban Music Awards (USA).
Guest: Sibusiso Mashiloane - Pianist, Composer and PhD Candidate at the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal
Guest: Thabo Makgoba – Archbishop of Cape Town
LINK: Let’s speak now to the Deputy Mayor of Cape Town
Guest: Eddie Andrews - Deputy Mayor of Cape Town
LINK: Let us bring in the leader of the opposition in the City of Cape Town
Guest: Xolani Sotashe – African National Congress and the Acting Leader of the Opposition in the City of Cape Town (ANC
Guest: Sekgupi Malebo – Member of the ANC’s Interim Regional Executive Committee in Mangaung
Guest: Gopolang Lipale – EFF Regional Chairperson in Mangaung
Guest: Johan Pretorius - DA caucus leader in Mangaung Metro
During the course of the past week, many have experienced traumatic events and lost loved ones before their eyes. Essential services have been working around the clock without a moment to debrief after the devastation they have witnessed on their search and rescue missions. We take a moment to speak about the role of psycho-social support during a time of crisis and how to provide communities with adequate outlets to deal with their present traumas in order to assist them in rebuilding their lives again.
Guest: Nicole de Klerk - Registered Counsellor
National Treasury has come up with a pilot project called the Infrastructure Knowledge Management Programme which aims to help municipalities deal with fruitless and wasteful expenditure.
Guest: Thabo Mashamba - Acting Chief Director: Capacity Building in National Treasury
On 13 April 2022, Tanzania celebrated the centenary of the late Mwalimu Julius Nyerere.
Guest: Thami Ntenteni – Anti-apartheid activist who lived in exile for many years, Tanzania and Zambia under the ANC
Guest: Nikelwa Maqula - Spokesperson of Ndifuna Ukwazi Housing Task Team (waiting for formal designation)
Guest: Councillor Malusi Booi - MMC of Human Settlements in the City of Cape Town
The death toll from the widespread flooding in KwaZulu-Natal has risen to at least 3-hundred and 6.
Guest: Sipho Hlomuka - MEC of Cooperative Governance in Kwa-Zulu Natal
Link: Let’s hear now from the emergency workers as we welcome…..
Guest: Shawn Herbst - Media Liaison for Netcare Group (Emergency Services)
RESIDENT: Themba Ntinga – Resident of Ward 15 in Durban (To do after 9:30)
As the floods continue to ravage KwaZulu-Natal, horrific scenes are starting to show. Pictures of people carrying the bodies of their loved ones to the street and houses collapsed. News24 has posted some of these pictures on their website and to talk more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Juniour Khumalo – Journalist at News24
Guest: Kayleen Morgan – Journalist at News24
LINK: The South African Weather Service says heavy rains are expected to continue along the coastal parts of KwaZulu Natal including the eThekwini Metro and the Ugu and iLembe districts, in the coming days. Let’s get an expert’s view on the climate situation as we welcome…
Guest: Prof. Francois Engelbrecht – Director of the Global Change Institute | Professor of Climatology at the University of Witwatersrand
Guest: George Themba – SADTU’s Provincial Secretary in the North West
Guest: Tladi Sedikane - North West Secretary for the National Association of School Governing Bodies
Guest: Prof. Dirk Kotze - Professor of Political Science at the University of South Africa
The Mangaung Municipality is being placed under national administration, due to a series of governance failures and financial mismanagement. President Cyril Ramaphosahas ordered Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, to lead efforts to rescue the municipality. This is what she said when making the announcement….
CLIP – NKOSAZANA - MANGAUNG
Last month, Opposition parties in the embattled Mangaung Metro were calling for the axing of the Executive Mayor, Mxolisi Siyonzana. The Afrikan Alliance of Social Democrats was leading the charge after it filed a motion of no confidence against Siyonzana. They have accused him of failing to improve service delivery and fill critical senior posts in the Metro. Well, let’s speak now to the various political parties represented in the Mangaung Metro as we welcome…
Guest: Lawrence Mathae - Convener of the ANC in Mangaung
Guest: Gopolang Lipale – EFF Regional Chairperson in Mangaung
Guest: Johan Pretorius - DA caucus leader in Mangaung Metro
The flood situation in KZN is getting worse with reports of landslides, flooded houses, emergency services stretched and images and videos on social media showing a very hectic situation. Emergency services have been responding to calls for help from the victims of heavy rains. To get a sense of how bad the situation is on the ground, we are joined on the line by….
LINK: A lot of people don’t know what to do in situations like these and to give some advice, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Imtiaz Sooliman – Founder of Gift of the Givers –
LINK: The Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Department is yet to tally and release the death toll following the floods in the province. Let’s find out now from the MEC what the latest is from his side…
Guest: Sipho Hlomuka – KZN MEC for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs
LINK: Let’s go to our journalist who is on the ground to find out what the situation is where she is….
Guest: Nonkululeko Hlophe – SABC journalist in KZN – 076 349 2873
LINK: Let’s go to the South African National Roads Agency who will update us on the latest developments on the conditions on the roads of Kwa-Zulu Natal….
Guest: Nomsa Modise – Project Manager of the Eastern Region at the SA National Roads Agency
Focus: This morning Bryan is talking about Keeping emotions out of investment decisions. What does he mean by this? Well, he joins us now in studio to explain….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited (Radio line: 011 880 4888)
The first 100 days of 2022 have come and gone. Whilst the year has brought the return of conventional warfare and a new post-lockdown reality to the fore, it's important for us to take a step back from the newsfeed and balance out our timelines with feel good stories that remind us of what builds the fabric of this society. Our next guest says that good news are all around us, we just need to know where to find it and how it can motivate our collective perspective. He has launched an online platform that profiles ordinary South Africans, serving their communities and becoming agents of change.
Guest: Brent Lindeque - Founder of the Good Things Guy
The latest on the Russia/Ukraine war is that NATO yesterday (Sunday) announced that it will deploy a permanent full-scale military force on its border with Russia. This they say is to defend its territory against a future Russian invasion. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg was speaking to The Telegraph newspaper where he said that the deployment will involve deploying sufficient forces to repel any offensive on NATO nations by Russian troops. To look at how Russia is likely to react to this move and whether we are close to seeing conflict between Russia and NATO, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Professor Siphamandla Zondi - Professor at the institute for pan African thought and conversation at the university of Johannesburg
Judgment in former president Jacob Zuma's legal team's application to further postpone the start of his corruption trial will be delivered this afternoon. Zuma's legal team has argued that the High Court in Pietermaritzburg should be slow to refuse a postponement application where the constitutional rights are implicated, unless the sole purpose is to cause undue delay. Zuma's petition to the Supreme Court of Appeal for leave to appeal the ruling against the recusal of lead prosecutor - Advocate Billy Downer - was dismissed earlier. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Mpumelelo Zikalala – Director at Zikalala Attorneys
In the world of music, acapella is often an overlooked genre that does not attain as much status as say, pop or rock.
Guest: Buhlebendalo Mda - Member of the Soil (Vocalist)
Guest: Luphindo ´Master P´ Ngxanga - Member of the Soil (Beatboxer)
A new study has found that communities exposed to disaster
(natural, protest action and others) are likely to experience depression in the long-term. The study showed that those worst-affected are black women, uneducated and poor communities.
This is according to the findings of a decade-long study of more than 17 000 South Africans conducted by UKZN and international researchers. the first study of its kind in South Africa based on national-level evidence to link the first onset of depression to a community disaster.
Guest: Dr Andrew Tomita - Senior Lecturer at the School of Nursing and Public Health, College of Health Sciences, University of KwaZulu-Natal
Newly appointed National Police Commissioner, Fannie Masemola deployed a thirty-man tactical response team with over twenty members from public order policing. The team also includes officials from the national intervention unit. This response team has been stationed in Diepsloot since Wednesday night after violent protests in the area. On Thursday, the Police Commissioner said that further discussions with the Diepsloot community would determine how long special forces were deployed to the area.
Guest: David Bruce - Independent Researcher
A coup military tribunal in Burkina Faso yesterday (Wed) sentenced former president Blaise Compaore to life imprisonment for complicity in the 1987 murder of his predecessor Thomas Sankarain. Sankara was gunned down in the West African nation's capital Ouagadougou at the age of 37, four years after he took power in an uprising. Compaore was charged in absentia along with his former head of security Hyacinthe Kafando, who was also sentenced to life imprisonment. Both have previously denied any involvement in Sankara's death along with 12 other defendants accused of involvement in the plot. How should we interpret this development and what message is it sending for the continent?
Guest: Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst and language specialist at channel Africa Kiswahili desk
Let’s tell you now about the Student Debt Stokvel campaign. Many people till today know the pain of having to deal with student debt. It’s just one of those things that one does not really have a choice, but to take it in order to study. Well, there may be a solution in the form of s student debt stokvel. What is it exactly and how can those in debt take part in it?
Guest: Tsietsi Ngobese – CEO of Wesolve4X
The National Food and Nutrition Security Survey begins in their third phase in Gauteng, Eastern Cape and Kwa-Zulu Natal this coming Monday. These include the head of the household and/or the person responsible for food procurement and food preparation. Other participants will include children under the age of 5 years and biological mothers of children in this age group. This phase starts mere days after the release of a tragic news report (Daily Maverick) indicating that 14 children under the age of five starved to death in Nelson Mandela Bay, the Eastern Cape’s biggest metro in the last 15 months. Another 216 new cases of severe acute malnutrition were confirmed.
Guest: Dr Shingirirai Mutanga, Research Group Leader (RGL), Climate Services, Smart Places at CSIR. (Principal Investigator of the Human Sciences Research Council study)
The African Rail Industry Association says that it welcomes Transnet’s commitment to invite the private sector to bid for slots on the national rail network. They say that this is work in progress for attracting major investments into the sector and unlocking significant benefits for the broader economy and create massive job opportunities.
Guest: Mesela Nhlapo – CEO of the African Rail Industry Association
Since the conflict between Russia and Ukraine started, media coverage around it became a focal point with commentators around the world looking at who drives the narrative. We’ve seen how the international media was choosing the different angles and views to portray a particular narrative that was sometimes viewed as choosing sides. Well, last week Media Monitoring Africa, the Goethe Institut, IFA and the German Embassy hosted a panel discussion where the different experts gave their own views at how the media has been covering the war and the picture that was drawn.
Guest: Thandi Smith – Head of Programmes at Media Monitoring Africa
Guest: Avani Singh - Independent legal consultant and digital rights specialist
Guest: Dzvinka Kachur - Fellow at the Centre for Complex Systems in Transition, Stellenbosch University
Guest: Prof Everisto Benyera - Associate Professor of African Politics in the Department of Political Sciences at the University of South Africa
This morning, we will be discussing the medical condition of acid reflux. According to medical experts, acid reflux is when stomach acids go up the digestive tract causing irritation of the esophagus. This results in symptoms such as heartburn, a sore throat and chest pain. Given this context, many grab a Rennies or antacids for instant relief but how useful are these remedies in the long-term?
Guest: Prof. Damon Bizos - Gastroenterologist and Clinical Head of Surgery at the Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre
President Cyril Ramaphosa has named Thulas Nxesi, the minister of Labour and Employment as the acting minister for the Department of Public Service and Administration. The departure of Ayanda Dlodlo as the political principal of the public service department has left some cabinet members nervous about a possible reshuffle. The previous cabinet reshuffle took place after the July Unrest and caught some ministers napping.
Guest: Hajra Omarjee - Political Editor of Business Day
Last week Tuesday we spoke to a representative from the Senwabarwana community who spoke about issues of poor service delivery in their area. He was joined by Peter Moruthane who is spokesperson for the Blouberg Local Municipality. He could not answer questions on water and poor road infrastructure as they don’t fall under their jurisdiction. So we then invited the people who are responsible for roads and water to hear what they have to say regarding this issue. Let’s welcome now from our Polokwane studio….
Guest: Dr Dickson Masemola – Limpopo MEC for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure
Guest: Cllr Mamedupi Tefo – Executive Mayor at Capricorn District Municipality
Guest: Sanny Mannya – Chairperson of the Blouberg Civic Organisation
This morning Bryan looks at the components of a well-structured financial plan. What are they and how does one go about it?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
A local philanthropist is honoured for her work in
Carolyn Steyn is flying our flag high as she was bestowed with the Chevalier de l’Ordre national du Mérite in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the deepening of cultural ties between France and South Africa.
Carolyn Steyn’s passion and love for French culture continues to shine through her work in one of her most cherished projects, the 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day initiative. The 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day initiative has become an annual event reaching millions of people in need across the country.
Guest: Carolyn Steyn - Founder of 67 Blankets | Philanthropist
Reaction of religious leaders on the #FamilyMeeting
Last night, President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation and announced that COVID-19 Risk-Adjusted Strategy will be terminated as of midnight. There are transitional measures that have been upheld of the next 30 days, including the social gatherings that will be kept at 50% capacity.
Our next guest was part of a group of religious leaders who were aggrieved that the capacity regulation is still accompanied with vaccination mandate last month. What do you they make of the transitional regulations ahead of the Easter holidays?
Guest: Pastor Giet Khosa - Secretary-General of the International Federation of Christian Churches
The sentencing of NSFAS student Sibongile Mani to five years in prison when she used some of the 14-million rand was erroneously paid to her account by the agency in 2017. Editors and some of the country’s top names have entered the debate with some shaming those who are sympathetic to her while some feel that the sentencing was too harsh. As society, which is the right way to look at this case? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Cynthia Schoeman - Managing Director of Ethics Monitoring & Management Services Proprietary Ltd
Guest: Ghalib Galant - Trustee of Accountability Now and founding member of SynergyWORKS
We bring you the last day of our series of interviews with Treasury that aim to simplify the concept of procurement. Today the focus is on the different methods of procurement across government and role of bid committees.For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Rakgadi Motseto –Chief Director: Stakeholders and Clients Management at National Treasury
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the ANC in Mpumalanga to carefully reflect on the issue of "step aside" as part of the ANC national elective conference resolutions of 2017. The 13th Mpumalanga conference elected Mandla Msibi as the party's Treasurer in the province, even though he's facing a double murder charge at the High Court in Nelspruit. He couldn't be at the conference over the weekend, because he had stepped aside after he was officially charged. Ramaphosa says this will need to be addressed vigorously by the newly elected leadership and the ANC branches. He says this forms part of the renewal project in the ANC..
Guest: Professor Mcebisi Ndletyana - Associate Professor of Politics at the university of Johannesburg
Black Coffee has won his first-ever Grammy award at the 64th annual Grammy Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada. The South African DJ and producer won in the category Best Dance/Electronic Album for Subconsciously. Accepting the award alongside him on stage was his eldest son, Esona. During the one-on-one interview, Black Coffee gave a special shout out to "the African kids who are watching who come from where I come from who think they don't have a chance."
Guest: Kyle Zeeman - Digital and Lifestyle Editor at the Sunday Times
Our next guest shot to fame when his band, Peto, won the 1986 Shell Road to Fame contest. Since then, he has become the soundtrack of a generation with his ballads and inspired many artists within Afro-Soul today.
Guest: Sindile “Ringo” Madlingozi – Musician and Producer | Member of Parliament for the Economic Freedom Fighters
In its annual Global State of Human Rights report, Amnesty International says that the global vaccine inequality created by pharmaceutical companies and wealthy nations undercut Africa's ability to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. It castigates European Union member states, the UK and the US for stockpiling more vaccine doses than needed, while big pharmaceutical companies turned a blind eye putting profits ahead people. But, the report is quick to point out that the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted Africa's lack of investment in health sectors over many decades. To outline some of these issues for us and what can be done to turn the situation around, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Netsanet Belay - Research and Advocacy Director at Amnesty International
Let’s tell you now about this research that talks about how school segregation in post-apartheid South Africa remains very high along racial as well as socioeconomic lines. This was revealed in a study which examines patterns of school segregation using data from the Department of Basic Education’s 2021 Annual School Survey and data from the 2019 Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study. To help us understand this study and what it means, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Vijay Reddy - Research specialist at the Human Sciences Research Council and co-author of the study
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure in the Eastern Cape is today (Thursday) hosting a property investment conference at the East London International Convention Centre. They have invited private and public stakeholders to participate in building a shared future of infrastructure and engage in ways that will develop, transform and uplift the Eastern Cape. To tell us more on this, we are joined by…
Guest: Ipileng Mkhari, CEO of Motseng Investment Holdings
Yesterday, many watched as Sibongile Mani was sentenced to five years imprisonment. She was the student from Walter Sisulu University who found R8 million in her student from NSFAS. She was prosecuted and convicted for spending R800 000.
Social media was outraged by not only the harshness of the sentence but the fact that the court would not suspend the sentence. Many pointed out several high profile politicians and businessmen are still walking free despite charges of corruption.
Guest: Douglas Ngubeni - National Spokesperson at the Congress of South African Students (COSAS)
Guest: Seth Cooper
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure in the Eastern Cape is today (Thursday)hosting a property investment conference at the East London International Convention Centre. They have invited private and public stakeholders to participate in building a shared future of infrastructure and engage in ways that will develop, transform and uplift the Eastern Cape. To tell us more on this, we are joined by….
Guest: Babalo Madikizela, Eastern Cape MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure in the Eastern Cape is today (Thursday) hosting a property investment conference at the East London International Convention Centre. They have invited private and public stakeholders to participate in building a shared future of infrastructure and engage in ways that will develop, transform and uplift the Eastern Cape. To tell us more on this, we are joined by…
Guest: Busi Nzo - From the SA Institute for Black Property Professionals
The Department of Public Works & Infrastructure in the Eastern Cape is today (Thursday) hosting a property investment conference at the East London International Convention Centre. They have invited private and public stakeholders to participate in building a shared future of infrastructure and engage in ways that will develop, transform and uplift the Eastern Cape. To tell us more on this, we are joined by…
Guest: Thandolwethu Manda - Head of Department at the Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
The City of Johannesburg is currently in the process of finalising its draft policy around the Inner-city Rejuvenation program. One of the major issues that they are tackling is the informal traders whom they say are mushrooming at every corner of the city. They are also looking at how to regulate informal trading spaces and to reserve informal trading to South Africans only. To discuss this further, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nkuli Mbundu – MMC for Economic Development in the City of Johannesburg
Guest: David Iseca – Chairperson of the Gauteng branch of the SA Informal Traders Alliance
This morning we get to understand chronic fatigue syndrome. What is it exactly? According to medical journals, it is a complicated disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that lasts for at least six months and that can't be fully explained by an underlying medical condition. How does it occur and how can I tell if I’m suffering from it? To help us through this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Grant Fourie – General practitioner who has studied nutritional, functional and metabolic medicine in the USA
Black women continue to be hardest hit by joblessness with the latest figures showing that 42.4% of them are unemployed. This is 4.2% higher than the national average which is at 35%. To explore the lack of economic participation by women and the impact thereof, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Nthabiseng Moleko – Commissioner at the Commission for Gender Equality
Two weeks ago, residents of Senwabarwana west of Polokwane in Limpopo, marched and submitted a memorandum of grievances to the Blouberg municipality. They raised issues of poor service delivery and unfinished projects. This past weekend our reporter Katlego Nyoni visited the area to find out exactly what the situation is like on the ground. He now joins us on the line together with the municipality and community representative…
Guest: Katlego Nyoni – SABC journalist in Limpopo (you can zkeep him short as he will outline and set the tone)
Guest: Sanny Mannya – Chairperson of the Blouberg Civic Organisation
Guest: Peter Moruthane – Spokesperson for the Blouberg Local Municipality
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan devotes to answering questions that have been submitted to him during the month. He picks out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them on the last Tuesday of the month. He now joins us in studio to answer some of these questions. Please remember that he will still take new financially relates questions that you may have….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
In our personal Development feature this morning we speak to someone who does not need an introduction as you hear her voice every morning from 6am bringing you the latest news daily. She will be leaving us this coming Thursday so we though to bring her on to get to know her more and give you the chance to interact with her a bit…
Guest : Nomsa Mdlhuli – SABC News Reader
Police union POPCRU has withdrawn its participation from the Public Service Summit being held in Boksburg on Gauteng’s Eastrand. The union says it does not believe that the meeting will result in anything positive as the employer continues to undermine the collective bargaining processes. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Richard Mamabolo – POPCRU spokesperson
In week three of our series of interviews with Treasury that aims to simplify the concept of procurement. Today we look at the different methods of procurement across government and to educate us on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Rakgadi Motseto – Chief Director: Stakeholders and Clients Management at National Treasury
The ANC's National Executive Committee concluded its weekend virtual meeting yesterday with some members reportedly asking why the party is not decisively with Bathabile Dlamini. Other than that, various key issues topped the agenda such as the framework for the party's response to the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry into Allegations of State Capture. Our political reporter Samkele Maseko has been watching the developments and he now joins us on the line…
Guest: Samkele Maseko - SABC Political journalist
The White House has clarified US President Joe Biden's recent utterances on the invasion of Ukraine - saying he was not calling for a regime change in Russia. In a speech on Saturday, Biden said that his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, should not remain in power - but the White House says the president's point was that Putin cannot be allowed to exercise power over his neighbours or the region. The Kremlin later responded, saying Biden cannot decide who governs Russia. Biden was speaking during a visit to Poland...
Guest: Professor Siphamandla Zondi -
Guest: Naeem Jeenah - Executive Director at the Afro-Middle East Centre
President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured local and foreign potential investors that his administration is serious about fighting crime and corruption for investment to flourish. He was speaking at the official opening of the Fourth SA Investment Conference at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg yesterday (Thursday). The one-day conference is called to help government attract one-point-two-trillion-rand worth of investment by the end of 2023. Ramaphosa says with at least 770-billion-rand already pledged since the inaugural conference in 2018, government is two thirds away from reaching its target. Ntebo Mokobo has more.
Guest: Jason Hamilton - Guest Lecturer at Stellenbosch Business School
Guest: Tebogo Khaas – Entrepreneur and President of the SMME Forum
Guest: Dr. Pali Lehohla – Social commentator and former Statistician-General
As you heard in the news that Operation Dudula leader Nlanhla 'Lux' Dlamini is expected to appear at the Roodepoort Magistrate's court today on charges of house breaking, theft and malicious damage to property. That's according to his lawyer Ike Khumalo. On Wednesday an elderly man laid charges of breaking and entering, intimidation as well as assault against Lux at the Dobsonville police station, in Soweto
Organisers of the Yakhal’ inkomo exhibition at the Javett Art Centre at the University of Pretoria say the work aims to inspire and to incite new conversations about the full experience of apartheid. The exhibition starts this Saturday the 26th and will showcase the work of Bongi Dhlomo. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lekgetho Makola – CEO Javett-university of Pretoria
This coming Saturday Zimbabweans will be going to the polls for by-elections which are viewed as a dress rehearsal for the general elections, next year. The biggest opposition party, led by former MDC senior leader Nelson Chamisa, will contest the elections under the name Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) after losing the name MDC Alliance to Douglas Mwonzora, a former ally. What can we expect as commentators are worried at the amount of violence ahead of the elections? Will Chamisa's new party make inroads this time around?
Guest: Dr. William Mpofu – African analyst based at Wits University
Research by the Human Sciences Research Council shows that public confidence in the police has remained very low for the past 23 years. It states that there has never been a time from 1998-2021 when more than 50% of adults surveyed expressed their trust in the police. To expand on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Benjamin Roberts, Acting Strategic Lead and Research Director in the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES) research division, Human Sciences Research Council
A new report by the Socio-Economic Rights Institute (SERI) shows that the Joburg Central Magistrates Court does not consider much the circumstances of the communities when eviction applications are made. The report has found that this is inconsistent with the current legislation and Constitutional principles. It also found that the respondents often did not have legal representation. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nerishka Singh – Lead author of the report and candidate attorney at SERI
The International Federation of Christian Churches has described as irrational, discriminatory and unfair the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa that venues can be filled up to 50% of their capacity only if those inside are vaccinated or show proof of a negative covid-19 that is not older than 72-hours. In his address Ramaphosa spoke about a number of changes to the state of disaster regulations aimed at managing the spread of the virus. The IFCC says it will not accept what it calls a backdoor vaccine mandate. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Pastor Giet Khosa – Secretary-General of the International Federation of Christian Churches
We speak now to Dr Kagisho Maaroganye who is drawing our attention to the right to quality mental health care for patients with mental health problems. This is in light of Human Rights Month. The Life Esidimeni tragedy is a bitter reminder of what happens to patients with mental illness which has led to the South African Society of Psychiatrists calling on government to act decisively to prevent further violations of the human rights of mental health patients. Dr Maaroganye elaborates on the call they are making...
Guest: Dr. Kagisho Maaroganye - Public Sector National Convenor of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
This week being World Optometry Week we thought to focus on the subject and the health of our eyes. Doctors always remind us that our eyes are our primary sensory gateways to the outside world, but how much care do we apply to them? Also, what is it we are supposed to know in order to keep our eyes healthy? What are the signs we need to take seriously that may indicate something is wrong with our eyes?
Guest: Dr. Dirk J Booysen – A clinical optometrist and member of the South African Optometric Association
Last week Friday we had a discussion on the crime situation in Khayelitsha after Police Minister Bheki Cele held an Imbizo there. But sadly, this past weekend things got worse as six people were gunned down. An e-hailing taxi was also robbed and a passenger killed. All of this happening in one weekend. Let's try again to understand what is going there as we welcome...
Guest: Ian Cameron – Spokesperson for Action Society
Guest: Dr. Chris De Kock – Crime expert
Guest: Reagan Allen – Chairperson for the Western Cape Community Safety Committee
Some e-hailing drivers say they are hoping government will heed their call and assist them as they are struggling to make ends meet. The drivers are on a three-day strike over the current e-hailing model in the country. They want the industry to be regulated and legislated. They say that the current model is not profitable, with ride rates remaining the same for years despite petrol hikes. To hear how some of the negotiations have been going especially on government’s side, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Theo Nkonki – Spokesperson for Gauteng MEC for Transport
This morning on our Municipal Watch feature, we go back to Maluti a Phofung Local Municipality in the Free State. The municipality is now under a coalition government, but reports of poor financial management are still making headlines. There's also reports of the CFO being suspended by the municipal manager for allegedly pointing out wrong doing. To find out how the situation is at that municipality and the impact it has on the residents, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Sello Dithebe - Spokesperson for the Department of Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Tiisetso Mahlatsi - Free State Provincial secretary for the South African Municipal Workers’ Union
Guest: Azael Nhlapho - MMC for Finance at Maluti a Phofung Local Municipality
Parliaments Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs is conducting country-wide public hearings on the Electoral Amendment Bill. To find out what the purpose of this exercise is and what it is that the public should know about it, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Mr Brandon Pillay - Member of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs
This morning Bryan looks at the effects of early retirement. The correlation between your current retirement savings and what you will need at retirement. and also the effects of being allowed to take money on your pension fund under the possible new dispensation that government is considering.
Guest : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Calls for Human Rights Day to go back to being called Sharpeville Day are gaining momentum as more academics are weighing in on it. The arguments are that giving it a name that does not reflect the historical significance dilutes the meaning. Well let’s use this opportunity now to discuss the matter as we welcome…
Guest: David Letsoalo - Sankarist, Activist and Law Academic
Guest: Dr Zulumathabo Zulu – Research Scientist and Director of Madisebo University Research Institute
Anti-xenophobia group, Kopanang Africa, says migrants are not the only ones that have caused South Africa's socio-economic challenges. It says corruption, poor service delivery and the government's failure to keep its promises are also to blame. The group held a media briefing in Johannesburg after the authorities prevented it from marching on Human Rights Day today (Monday) following the Dudula Movement's threats to disrupt it. Let’s talk to them now about the message they were hoping to preach and as far as they are concerned, what is fueling xenophobia in this country
Guest: Julekha Latib - Spokesperson for the Kopanang Africa
Last week we received a call from Robert in Limpopo who called about the problems his brother was having regarding assistance from Legal Aid SA about his brother’s appeal matter. He didn’t understand why his brother was asked to pay for a transcript. Let's listen to Robert’s call…
Guest: Ernst Mogashoa - Legal Aid SA Limpopo and Mpumalanga Provincial Legal Manager
The OR Tambo School yesterday (Sunday) kick-started its Umrabulo Dialogues as part of their commemorations of Human Rights Day. One of the things they say is that a politically educated nation is well endowed to develop and preserve a human rights culture. The theme they are looking at this time around is the Redress of State Capture: The Pros & Cons and to tell us more on why they chose this theme, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: JP Louw - Editor of Umrabulo and spokesperson for the OR Tambo school
Taking us to the weekend today is Bra Don Laka, jazz musician, producer and pianist who has dominated the music scene for more than four decades. If you grew up in the township his music will take you down memory lane. For those who didn’t know is that Bra Don also has a footprint the creation of Kwaito. Well he now joins us in studio to take us threw his journey and also what he’s been busy with lately,,,,
Guest: Don Laka-South African jazz musician, producer and pianist
Police Minister Bheki Cele says police are following a positive lead after obtaining names of suspects responsible for the killing of five people in Khayelitsha on Monday. Cele was speaking during an imbizo in Monwabisi Park Informal Settlement yesterday (Thursday) where the incident happened. Unknown gunmen allegedly rounded five people, locked them inside a shack and shot them execution style. Crime in Khayelitsha is said to be a huge problem. We use this opportunity now to speak to a community leader to get a sense of what life is like there and the police ministry to talk about their intervention plans as we welcome….
Guest: Ndithini Thyido – Chairperson of the Khayelitsha Khayelitsha Development Forum
Guest: Lirandzu Themba – Spokesperson for Police Minister Bheki Cele
Reports say that ANC Amathole District councillor Nanziwe Rulashe could be at risk of an assassination attempt. According to News24, the revelations came in a confidential threat and risk assessment report compiled by the Eastern Cape police's Crime Intelligence unit. Rulashe is reportedly still in hiding after gunmen opened fire at her Baysville home in East London in January. Let’s try to find out where things are as we speak…
Guest: Monwabisi Mahodi - Chairperson of the Mahodi Empoerment Foundation
We speak this morning to Dr Aaron Motsoaledi about all things pertaining to his department. The issue of immigration and quotas for foreigners seeking employment has been dominating the media in the past few weeks. Yesterday while answering a question in parliament, Deputy President David Mabuza said that South Africa's porous borders are to blame for the rising tide of xenophobia. The country’s migration policies have now come under the spotlight and talk about what government is doing about it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi – Minister of Home Affairs
On Monday we received a call during the open line from Mamphego who painted a very heart-breaking picture of a hospital next to where he lives. He spoke about his encounter with security guards who told him that the hospital was closed in the evening. Let’s take a listen to what he said…
Guest: Neil Shikwambana – Spokesperson for the Limpopo Health Department
We touch base now withJack Devnarain who is the chairman of South African Guild Actors. He got in touch with us wanting to explain the economic impact of the Copyright Amendment Bill. The debate is still raging on as to whether it should be scrapped in its entirety of just some parts. Let’s get the perspective of the acting industry as they are the ones who may be severely affected as we’ve seen over the years how many die in poverty. Jack now joins us on the line….
Guest: Jack Devnarain - Chairman of South African Guild Actors
Yesterday when I opened the programme, I had a brief mention of the education situation in the Eastern Cape with reports of outstanding textbooks. On Tuesday the Grahamstown High Court ordered the province’s Department of Education to provide all outstanding textbooks and stationery to public schools by the 30th of March. Well let’s hear now from the department as to why it had to be the courts that instruct them to deliver the books as we welcome…
Guest: Thembani Mtyida - Acting Deputy Director-General for Institutional Operations Management in the Eastern Cape Education Department
A report released by Human Rights Watch has revealed thatJudicial authorities in Rwanda are prosecuting opposition members, journalists, and commentators on the basis of their speech and opinions. As the country prepares to host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, scheduled to take place in June, the global rights group is urging the international community to take a stand and press the authorities to stop the politically motivated prosecutions. To get an understanding of the political set-up in Rwanda, we are joined by…
Guest: Nixon Kathembo – African Affairs analyst and language specialist at Channel Africa’s Kiswahili Desk
Guest: Prof Anton Harber –Executive Director of the campaign for Free Expression
On our health feature this morning we look at the subject of abscesses and boils.If you’ve ever experienced a boil, you would know how uncomfortable and itchy it can get. What are the main causes and what is the best way to treat them? To educate us on this subject, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Bhadarashil Modi - Specialist family physician at the Joburg Medical Centre
The Department of Social Development is today (Wed) and tomorrow (Thursday) holding a teenage pregnancy stakeholder engagement in KZN. This is one of the provinces with the high prevalence of teenage pregnancy in the country. We use this opportunity now to look at how we can better deal with this problem and what are the underlying factors that we could attribute this problem to? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Phinah Kodisang – CEO of Soul City Institute
guest: LUMKA OLIPHANT – SPOKESPERSON FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
The Competition Commission says that it has referred Facebookowner Meta Platforms to a tribunal for allegedly abusing its dominance in the market. On Monday, the regulator accused Meta of "abusing its dominance by engaging in exclusionary conduct geared at preventing competitors or potential competitors from entering into, participating, and expanding in a market.
Guest: Eldrid Jordaan - CEO of GovChat
This morning our Municipal Watch feature with speak to the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs about the state of municipalities and the role they play in helping them not to collapse. As far as they are concerned, where does the problem lie and how can municipalities self-sustain? Where does Cogta come in especially where the situation is dire like in some of the provinces? What are their concerns seeing how communities take to the streets in protest of service delivery? To get their perspective, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Thembi Simelane-Nkadimeng - Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta)
With the cost of living rising enormously, Bryan is this morning again discussing the importance of drawing up a budget and how you go about doing this….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday towards the end of the show we received a call from a caller by the name Mpho from Soweto who spoke about how SCD is built around racial lines and not really uplifting entrepreneurs. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say….
Guest: Rakgadi Motseto –Chief Director: Stakeholders and Clients Management at National Treasury
Abahlali Basemjondolo say that they believe that their members are deliberately being targeted. This follows the death of one of their leaders Ayanda Ngila at the eKhenana commune in KwaZulu-Natal last week. They go on to say that they have lost six members in eKhenana to targeted assassinations. To tell us more and what they suspect is going on and who may be targeting them, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sbu Zikode – President of Abahlali Basemjondolo
In week two of our series of interviews with Treasury that aims to simplify the concept of procurement. Today we look at the drop in compliance by service providers, especially on tax and banking accounts. Also the misalignment to what is registered for on the CSD and where government is heading towards building the economy and ensuring that we manufacture locally. To discuss this further, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Rakgadi Motseto –Chief Director: Stakeholders and Clients Management at National Treasury
Professor Saths Cooper penned an article over the weekend highlighting the racist element in the Russian/Ukrainian war that is currently playing out. He is bringing in the role of the UN, racism shown against the black students who were fleeing the war to safety and the attitude of the world towards human rights violations. He goes on to argue that the unjust colonial system in operation at the UN should be dismantled and a more inclusive order should be established when human suffering is deemed unacceptable. He now joins us on the line to share his thoughts….
Guest: Professor Saths Cooper - President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues around the world, more than 130 former world leaders, Nobel laureates and other international voices are calling for urgent action to vaccinate low and middle-income countries. In a letter coordinated by the People’s Vaccine Alliance, these leaders say that they would like to see an end to the pandemic. They are also calling for profits to be put aside and the monopolisation of the vaccines. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Anna Marriott, policy lead for the People’s Vaccine Alliance
Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe says three ministers, himself, the minister in the presidency and the public enterprise minister are having sleepless nights due to load shedding in the country. He says his ministry needs to work with independent power producers in order to try and address the power outage problem. Looking at how far back we come with the problem of load-shedding, what are the practical solutions to end this problem and is the minister correct in pointing to independent producers as a solution? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Lungile Mashele -Independent energy economist
Today we are joined on the Friday Wind Down by multi-talented Mbuso Khoza who is not only a brilliant award-winning vocalist but also a songwriter, and he has recently started a television career as an actor. Khoza may be known as a Jazz artist but he has been experimenting with other sounds. He joins us now on the line to tell us more about his life and musical journey.
Guest: Mbuso Khoza – Award winning vocalist and song-writer
The Socio-Economic Rights Institute (SERI) has expressed concern about the progress in the Implementation of the Marikana Panel Report on Policing and Crowd Management. The statement came on the 1st anniversary of Mthokozisi Ntumba who was shot dead by the police during a Wits University student protest while on his way to work. The South Africa Police Service has come under intense criticism following the killing of protesting mineworkers in Marikana and subsequent incidents. For more on the progress or lack thereof in implementing the report and what this means…we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Thato Masiangoako – Researcher at the Socio-Economic Rights Institute (SERI)
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, in collaboration with the Northern Cape Provincial Government, is hosting a two-day Mining Investment Conference in Kimberley.
The hybrid conference which started yesterday (Thursday), brings together various stakeholders in the mining industry, including government, captains of the mining industry, and potential investors to deliberate on the diverse investment opportunities in the mining industry. We are joined this morning by some of the stakeholders to talk about what they are hoping to get out of this conference. Also, for you listening to this, what are your expectations? Let’s welcome now…
Guest: Mr Mosa Mabuza
Let’s tell you now about this research that has revealed thatheavy episodic drinkers consumed more alcohol than usual during both increased and decreased lockdown restrictions and reported drinking more alcohol. This, say, is because they felt stressed, felt a need to relax, and felt bored. The researchers conclude by saying that limiting alcohol sales or imposing alcohol sales restrictions are not proven to be effective in reducing alcohol intake in people who are classified as heavy episodic drinkers. To tell us more on what we should take from this research, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Marieke Theron – Co-author of the study
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, in collaboration with the Northern Cape Provincial Government, is hosting a two-day Mining Investment Conference in Kimberley.
The hybrid conference which started yesterday (Thursday), brings together various stakeholders in the mining industry, including government, captains of the mining industry, and potential investors to deliberate on the diverse investment opportunities in the mining industry. We are joined this morning by some of the stakeholders to talk about what they are hoping to get out of this conference. Also, for you listening to this, what are your expectations? Let’s welcome now…
Guest: Adv Thabo Mokoena.wav
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, in collaboration with the Northern Cape Provincial Government, is hosting a two-day Mining Investment Conference in Kimberley.
The hybrid conference which started yesterday (Thursday), brings together various stakeholders in the mining industry, including government, captains of the mining industry, and potential investors to deliberate on the diverse investment opportunities in the mining industry. We are joined this morning by some of the stakeholders to talk about what they are hoping to get out of this conference. Also, for you listening to this, what are your expectations? Let’s welcome now…
Guest: Mmboneni Kevin Mutheiwana
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy, in collaboration with the Northern Cape Provincial Government, is hosting a two-day Mining Investment Conference in Kimberley.
The hybrid conference which started yesterday (Thursday), brings together various stakeholders in the mining industry, including government, captains of the mining industry, and potential investors to deliberate on the diverse investment opportunities in the mining industry. We are joined this morning by some of the stakeholders to talk about what they are hoping to get out of this conference. Also, for you listening to this, what are your expectations? Let’s welcome now…
Guest: Ms Olenogeng Sentsho
Medical experts who rendered service to the Road Accident Fund say they have become collateral damage as the organisation tries to internalise its processes. The doctors have allegedly been told that they will not be paid for their services because the previous panel of attorneys was not authorised to do so. For clarity on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mariette Minnie – Director at MMB Made Easy which handles accounts of the affected medical experts
Guest: Collins Letsoalo – CEO of the Road Accident Fund
Scores of doctors are expected to picket outside Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital in Soweto today over the cutting of covid-19 posts. Organisers say this decision by the Gauteng Department of Health will affect 800 doctors and nurses who were also helping to close the staff shortage gap. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Martin Smith – Head of Organisational Unit General Surgery at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital
This morning we are talking about Ozone Therapy. What is it, how is it used and what about its efficacy? For more about this alternative medicine practice we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Paul Honeyford – Managing Director at Windsor Health
As South Africa battles to fight the scourge of sexual violence, victims are getting little recourse as justice is delayed. There is a reported backlog of more than 15 600 cases, an increase from the same period last year. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Ngaa Murombezi – Advocacy Manager at Women and Men Against Child Abuse
The Road Traffic Management Corporation insists that the online booking system for licences is working. This despite protests, for the past two weeks, by driving school owners who say that the eNatis process is cumbersome and is not always effecient. Yesterday we spoke to the General Secretary of the National Driving School Association of SA, Lazarus Mokwena…
Guest: Simon Zwane – Spokesperson for the Road Traffic Management Corporation
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD as it is more commonly known, is more prevalent among children. However, adults can also suffer from it. So how does it present in older people, who is likely to have it and how is it treated? To answer these questions, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Frans Korb – Psychiatrist working in private practise in Joburg
More and more South Africans are making their way back home safely. They have spoken about their relief after experiencing trauma in conflict ridden Ukraine and neighbouring countries where they had to flee before being sent back home. We are now joined by…
Guest: Mandisa S’thabile Malindisa, a South African medical student who fled from Ukraine
Guest: Nkateko Muyimane – South African who is one of the students who just returned
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula is confident that his department will be able to process all drivers licence applications by the end of the month. He is adamant that there will be no extensions. The impact of the covid-19 lockdown plus the recent breakdown of the machine that prints drivers’ licences forced the deadline for renewals to be changed several times… but now Mbalula says it’s all systems go. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lazarus Mokwena – General Secretary of the National Driving School Association of South Africa
On our Personal Finance feature today being International Women’s Day we thought to talk about women in entrepreneurship. A recent survey conducted by 1st for Women Insurance has revealed that women are more likely than men to choose entrepreneurship, not because they have a burning passion or the right skills, but because of a lack of better opportunities. It also found that 93% of the respondents have female boss or entrepreneur ambitions. To talk more on this and also what some of the reasons are behind this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Seugnette van Wyngaard – Head of 1st for Women Insurance
Municipalities in the North West province have been in the news for all the wrong reasons. We’ve seen how business have been severely affected, residents staging service delivery protests, infighting of the ruling party and the list goes on. In his State of the Province address, Premier Bushy Maape raised concerns about the state of these municipalities. Well, this morning on our Municipal Watch feature we thought to focus on this province and how they plan to get these municipalities functioning properly. Let’s welcome now…
Guest: Lenah Miga – MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs in the North West Province
Today we begin with a series of interviews that aim to simplify the concept of procurement. What do businesses need to know if they want to do business with government and how do national plans and supply chain processes come together? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Rakgadi Motseto –Chief Director: Stakeholders and Clients Management at National Treasury
City of Joburg Mayor Dr. Mpho Phalatse has denied that her administration is purging staff members who are politically aligned to the ANC which was running the metro until the November 2021 local elections. The City sent letters to about 130 employees last week asking them to make representations after it emerged that their contracts were allegedly irregularly converted from fixed term to permanent. Dr. Phalatse says these were political appointees who employment was linked to the term of office of the political leadership at the time. Let’s first listen to what Leah Knott - MMC for Group Corporate and Shared Services at the City of Joburg had to say when speaking to Stephen Grootes this morning….
Guest: Karabo Ramaguma – SAMWU Cluster Secretary
Guest: “Andile” one of the workers affected
Guest: Tzvi Brizik – Labour analyst and Director at Malcom Lyons and Brivik Incorporated
The historical Lilliesleaf Farm in Rivonia north of Joburg, will receive a R7 million cash injection from the Department of Arts and Culture. The institution will also be declared a cultural institution under the Cultural Institutions Act. Funding to the site that is known for having provided refuge to freedom fighters, was closed last year when trustees failed to account for more than R8 million received from government. For the latest on the developments, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nathi Mthethwa – Sports, Arts and Culture Minister
In our Friday Wind Down today, we are joined by SAMA and KORA Award Winner Gloria Bosman. The Soweto born singer was classically trained and her music has been described as boasting the sensuality of Jazz. She joins us now on the line...
Guest: Gloria Bosman - South African Award-Winning Musician
There have been growing calls for South Africa to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a stance that SA has consistently refused to take. It has instead focused more on encouraging dialogue between the two countries. But why is it that Pretoria will not outright criticise Russia and what will doing so achieve anything? For more on this we are joined by...
Guest: Richard Calland - Associate Professor in Public Law at the University of Cape Town and Political commentator
Today marks the last day of the SA Local Government's National Conference in Cape Town. We have been speaking to different guests about the challenges that the sector is facing and what SALGA is doing to support its members deliver good quality services to residents. We are now joined on the line by...
Guest: Thembeka Mthethwa
Today marks the last day of the SA Local Government's National Conference in Cape Town. We have been speaking to different guests about the challenges that the sector is facing and what SALGA is doing to support its members deliver good quality services to residents. We are now joined on the line by...
Guest: Provincial Director of Operations at SALGA Limpopo, Ledile Sebati
Let’s wrap the show now by talking to Nilen Vencadasmy, who is Chairman of Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority. He was in the country last week as part of a roadshow to strengthen the South African market. To tell us more on why he was targeting our country and what is it that his country is offering for those who may be interested in visiting, he now joins us via Zoom…
Guest: Nilen Vencadasmy - Chairman Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority
ANC National Chairperson Gwede Mantashe has vowed to take the third part of the State Capture Commission Report on judicial review. The report found that Mantashe and several ANC leaders including Nomvula Mokonyane, Thabang Makwetla and Vincent Smith illegally benefitted from Bosasa's corrupt business model. But the former ANC Secretary General said he found the report to be unfair on him as it was based on assumptions and not facts. Ntebo Mokobo has more…
Guest: Karan Singh – Executive Director at Corruption Watch
Latest reports coming out of Ukraine is that South African ambassador to that country André Groenewald is safe after fleeing conflict-torn Kyiv. Many of you were moved yesterday by the story of Mandisa S’thabile Malindisa, a South African medical student who fled from Ukraine to Budapest, Hungary. She was describing how bad the situation is and what she had to go through. Well today we thought to hear from the Department of International Relations, but before we do that, let’s take a listen to some of what Mandisa had to say about her experience
Guest: Clayson Monyela - Head of Public Diplomacy at the Department of International Relations
We bring you day 2 ofSALGA’s National Conference where we are broadcasting from over till tomorrow. Stakeholders from municipalities, provincial and national government, the business sector as well as think tanks are convening here in Cape Town the conference the main theme being the consolidation of local government in helping to rebuild communities. We will be speaking to different people about issues of local government.
Experts are warning that depression is not just a temporary feeling of sadness but a mental condition which needs medical treatment. This illness has once again come under focus following the suicide of two well known artists actor Patrick Shai and musician Ricky Rick Makhado. To tell us more about this medical condition we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Qhama Cossie – Psychiatrist and Head of Division: General Adult Psychiatry at the Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health at the University of Cape Town
Stakeholders from municipalities, provincial and national government, the business sector as well as think tanks are convening here in Cape Town this week for SALGA’s National Conference where we will be broadcasting from over the next few days. The main theme will be the consolidation of local government in helping to rebuild communities. We will be speaking to different people about issues of local government.
Guest: SALGA NEC member councillor Bheki Stofile
SALGA hosts National Conference
Stakeholders from municipalities, provincial and national government, the business sector as well as think tanks are convening here in Cape Town this week for SALGA’s National Conference where we will be broadcasting from over the next few days. The main theme will be the consolidation of local government in helping to rebuild communities. We will be speaking to different people about issues of local government.
Guest: Anthony Moses
Efforts to assist South Africans who are trying to escape from the conflict in Ukraine continue. Reports of racism against Africans trying to escape to Hungary, Poland and other neighbouring countries have been also been criticised. They have allegedly been prevented from boarding trains and refused entry into those countries on racial grounds. South African and other African leaders have called for a stop this. For an update on how those seeking to leave Ukraine are being assisted, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mandisa S’thabile Malindisa – A South African who recently arrived in Pudapest, Hungary
The price of petrol is expected to rise sharply from midnight by R1.46 a litre pushing the price of a litre of petrol to nearly R22. This is according to information released by the Central Energy Fund. This steep hike is as a result of a number of factors and there are fears that the price could jump to R25 in the next few months. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Bonke Dumisa – Independent Economic Analyst
Remote working is said to be presenting job opportunities for South Africans from international companies who are on a recruitment drive in South Africa. This could be good news for those who have lost employment due to the effects of covid-19 or may be looking for new opportunities. Experts say South Africa is attractive because of a number of reasons. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dayla Ketz – Managing Director at Gcubed
Workers at the Steve Tshwete Municipality in Mpumalanga are calling for the dismissal of Municipal Manager Advocate Bheki Khenisa. The workers and Khenisa have been at loggerheads for months with them accusing him of being incompetent. The stand-off which resulted in a shutdown recently has led to the failure to process payments for workers, management and councillors at the end of February. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Kgosi Makwati – Representative of the workers
Today we reflect on the concept of self-actualisation with author and food scientist Zodwa Moyikwa who recently released her book titled “Be Undiluted”. She joins us now on the line…
Guest: Zodwa Moyinkwa – Author and food scientist
Human Rights Group Amnesty International has accused Russia of censoring the media as the war with Ukraine continues. It says Russia has also been persecuting those who are speaking out against the conflict. Amnesty International has also criticised that country for what it has described as a blatant disregard of the civilian lives. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Marie Struthers – Amnesty International’s Eastern Europe and Central Asia Director
Today in our personal finance feature Bryan Hirsch will answer more of your questions about retirement annuities and tax-free savings options from last week.
Guest : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Public Service and Administration Minister Ayanda Dlodlo has welcomed the strategic partnership between the World Economic Forum and the National School of Government. The WEF will support public sector initiatives and provide strategic intelligence which will be used by advisors, researchers and content creators amongst others to boost their work efforts. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Busani Ngcaweni – Head of the National School of Government
The South African government has called on Russia to stop the attacks on Ukraine saying the conflict should be resolved peacefully. Russia intensified attacks over the weekend and major European countries are calling for Russia to be removed from the international banking system of SWIFT as the US imposed sanctions. President Cyril Ramaphosa says mediation is the best way to resolve the situation between Ukraine and Russia. For more on the role of South Africa and how it could be impacted by this conflict, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Faith Mabera – Senior Researcher: Institute for Global Dialogue
It was on this in 1978 that PAC leader and anti-apartheid activist Robert Sobukwe died of lung complications at Kimberley General Hospital. The former teacher, lecturer, lawyer and student leader had been banished to house arrest in Kimberley by the apartheid government following his release from prison in 1969 and only allowed to leave under certain conditions. Last night Professor Gordon Zide who is the Chairperson of the Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Trust as well as Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the Vaal University of Technology delivered the Robert Sobukwe Memorial Lecture virtually. He joins on the line by…
Guest: Professor Gordon Zide - Chairperson of the Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Trust as well as Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the Vaal University of Technology
Guest: Thando Sipuye – African Historian, researcher and social Scientist
Police union Popcru says it hopes that the decision to bring an early end to the employment contract of Police Commissioner Kehla Sitole will mark a new beginning that will see the end of infighting. Sitole and Police Minister Bheki Cele have been at loggerheads for years now. President Cyril Ramaphosa released a statement on Friday announcing that he and Sitole has reached an agreement that the latter’s contract be terminated at the end of March. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Richard Mamabolo – Pocru spokesperson
Taking us to the weekend today is Bongeziwe Mabandla. He is described as a dance-electronic musician while on other sites he’s described as an Afro-soul musician while he refers to himself as Afro-folk singer who sings in both English and iSixhosa. He joins us now to talk about his journey and how he best prefers to be called….
Guest: Bongeziwe Mabandla – Afro soul musician
Earlier this week, the SACP reiterated its opposition to granting the murderer of its former General Secretary Chris Hani parole. Janus Walusz took his parole application to the Constitutional Court earlier today. He wanted the apex court to overturn Justice Minister Ronald Lamola's refusal to grant him parole last year. The SACP’s Dr Alex Mashilo maintains that Walusz has refused to tell the whole truth on the events leading to Hani's killing thus disqualifying him for parole. This did not go down well with one of our caller Rex in Lydenburg who requested that Dr Mashilo gives clarity on his position. Dr Mashilo has agreed and now joins us on the line….
Guest: Dr Alex Mashilo – National spokesperson for the SACP
Guest: Rex in Lydenburg – Regular caller
Health Minister Joe Phaahla yesterday (Thursday) briefed the media as part of the Social Cluster Ministers where he gave an update on where we are regarding the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. One of the things he said was that government is working on plans to implement new health regulations to replace the National State of disaster. He now joins us on the line to talk about the latest on dealing with the pandemic and also his plans moving forward….
Guest: Dr Joe Phaahla – National Health Minister
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana yesterday (Wed) announced a tax relief to the tune of 5.2 billion rand in his budget speech. He says this will help support economic recovery, provide some respite from fuel tax increases as well as boost incentives for youth unemployment. Godongwana tabled his maiden National Budget Speech in Parliament yesterday. He says the relief of Personal Income Tax and Corporate Taxes is aimed at countering the effects of the higher inflation rate. To find out whether this is a good move and also what it means for us as taxpayers, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Gigi Nyanin – Project Director : Tax Publication & Thought Leadership at SAICA
Last week beingEpilepsy Week, we thought to look at it this morning in our health feature. Medical journals describe it as a neurological condition that causes unprovoked, recurrent seizures. A seizure is a sudden rush of abnormal electrical activity in your brain. When does one know if you are suffering from it and for those living with it, how can they treat it? To educate us on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Professor Girish Modi - Healthcare
practitioner, specialising as a Neurologist
Let’s turn our attention now to Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana’s maiden budget speech which he will deliver this afternoon. Professor Andre Roux who is an economist at the University of Stellenbosch Business School has penned an article where he looks at the economic climate under which former Finance Minister Tito Mboweni was working vs Ecoch Godongwana. He says that we should not look at the 2021 growth performance and the moderate fiscal easing, as a preamble to better times. He now joins us on the line to share some of his thoughts and the direction the Finance Minister should be taking….
Guest: Prof Andre Roux - Economist at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
Since the announcement of the Taxi Relief Fund, many of you in that industry have been asking how to access the funds. Some reports suggest that operators are struggling while others say that the category they fall under does not qualify.So we have invited the department to come and answer some of the questions you may have.
The State Security Agency has disputed reports that claim that the agency has still employed those implicated in looting the state of billions of rands. An expose on New24 revealed that organised criminal networks which captured and paralysed the State Security Agency by setting up parallel intelligence structures and looted upwards of R1.5 billion between 2008 and 2018 remain firmly entrenched in the organisation. To get an understanding as to why some of the implicated people were reinstated, also how are they planning to clean the agency, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mava Scott – Spokesperson, State Security Agency
THIS FEATURE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Free State Department ofSmall Business Development, Tourism and Economic Development has come up with the Local Economic Development and Transformation Bill which is aimed a boosting local business. Members of the public are invited to give input to the legislation. To tell us more and what this Bill contains and why the department came up with it, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Makalo Mohale – Free State MEC for Small Business Development, Tourism and Economic Development
Let’s talk now to KZN’s MEC for Human Settlements and Public Works, Jomo Sibiya. He has taken the initiative to work with municipalities in his province to speed up the rollout of socio-economic infrastructure which includes human settlements. What is it that made him want to directly get involved and what solutions is he hoping to bring seeing how municipalities are battling across the country to deliver the much-needed services?
Guest: Jomo Sibiya – KZN MEC for Human Settlements
Bryan is this morning dealing with the answer to a question on Fundisa from last week’s programme. He is also looking ahead to the Budget Speech looking at what we are hoping for and what we are not hoping for.He now joins us in studio….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
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Let’s tell you now about Agrément South Africa. They are an entity of the Department of Public Works and one of the things they do is to promote government's objectives of economic development, good governance and raising living standards and prosperity in South Africa. To educate us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Richard Somanje - Acting CEO at Agrément South Africa
Police Minister, Bheki Cele has commended the police for intercepting a cash-in-transit heist following a deadly shootout between the police and a gang of suspected robbers in Rosetenville, South of Johannesburg yesterday. Eight would-be robbers were killed during a shootout with the police while another eight were arrested. Nine more suspects are on the run after fleeing the scene. Police believe the gang was on its way to rob a cash van at an undisclosed location when they were intercepted. To tell us more about the successful operation, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lieutenant General Elias Mawela – Gauteng Provincial Police Commissioner
The beautiful thing about this time of the show is that musicians make us forget about all the hard politics and other news we had to digest. Today Naima kay soothes us into the weekend with her smooth sounds. For the team in the studio her duet with the late Robbie Malinga, Sokwenzenjani which we opened with is the top favourite. Naima Kay now joins us on the line to talk about her musical journey and what she’s been up to lately… Also her collaboration with Kelly Khumalo….
Guest: Naima Kay – SAMA award winning Afro-jazz singer
The PAC and AZAPO have signed a memorandum of understanding. The pro-black consciousness organisations’ support has been waning over the years with membership numbers dwindling+ as leadership struggles overshadowed the parties’ programmes. So, what is this memorandum of understanding about and what is the role of these parties in South Africa today?
Guest: Gaontebale Nodoba – AZAPO spokesperson
Guest: Jaki Seroke – PAC spokesperson
President Thabo Mbeki has spent the past few days engaging the ANC’s interim leadership in the Free State to try and foster unity. That province’s leadership structure was disbanded following a court order. It is, much like others, facing a long-standing problem of disunity ahead of this year’s elective conference. Suspended ANC Secretary General Ace Magashule, who appears in court today on corruption related charges, has been accused of being at the centre of divisions in the Free State. Let’s get a perspective now from the ANC’s provincial structures as we welcome….
Guest: Oupa Khoabane – Spokesperson for the ANC’s interim leadership structure in the Free State
Guest: Professor Susan Booysen – Political analyst
The Department of Health in Limpopo has refuted claims that the liabilities of over R14 billion is as a result of medical negligence by staff at their health facilities across the province. They allege that some of these cases are brought by what they call ‘unscrupulous individuals for money purposes’. Let’s try an understand what they are basing this on and as far as they are concerned, what is the correct information as we welcome…
Guest: Neil Shikwambana – Spokesperson for the Limpopo Health Department
Let’s wrap up our coverage now by talking to the SABC’s Head of Sales Intelligence about the importance of this event and how it enhances the Corporation’s vision. Also, what happens moving forward and her work entails….
Guest(OB): Angie Hammond –Head of Sales Intelligence at the SABC -
Ravi Bhat - Chief Technology Officer & Director Commercial Solutions Area now joins us in our make-shift studio to talk about the importance of data in digital transformation…
Guest: Ravi Bhat - Chief Technology Officer & Director Commercial Solutions Area at Microsoft
We are coming to you live this morning from the SABC’s Renaissance Centre where the Henley studios are situated. This is because the Corporation is hosting their second CxO Series under the theme: How do you manage, govern, secure and store your Big Data for advanced analytics? Why is it not classified as an asset in your financial statements? To explain this to us, we are joined in our make-shift studio by…
Guest: Ian Plaatjies – SABC COO
This morning we discuss osteoporosis and what it is we need to know about it. According to medical journals, it is a disease that weakens bones to the point where they break easily. It generally targets bones in the hip, backbone and wrist. To educate us on this and also what the symptoms are and also preventative measures around it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Graham Ellis - Specialist physician specializing in osteoporosis.
The issue of land has proven to be a very hard one to deal with in our country. We’ve heard so many voices over the years trying to point out what they deem to be possible solutions. Even politicians representing the different race groups can’t come up with workable solutions. Well our guest this morning is of the view that partnerships have the potential to propel the success of land reform and enable the creation of viable commercial agricultural and tourism related companies if such partnerships are facilitated in a mutually beneficial manner. He now joins us on the line to share his views…..
Guest: Peter Setou - Chief Executive of the Vumelana Advisory Fund
Let’s speak now to the Pharmaceutical Task Group after they’ve elected new leadership that has committed to focus more on economic recovery through sustainable access to affordable medicines. One of the things they do is promote growth and investment in the South African pharmaceutical industry. To tell us more on how they are hoping to achieve this while also keeping medicine affordable, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Stravros Nicolaou – Chairperson of the Pharmaceutical Task Group
Last night the Durban University of Technology announced that it has temporarily suspended all activities on their campuses due to the eruption of violence, intimidation and arson at the Steve Biko campus. Police later confirmed that a group of students set alight four vehicles on the campus. Some of the main reasons for the violence are that some students complained that they struggling to register for the 2022 academic year. This takes us back to the question of how people express their frustration through violence and why this keeps on happening? What is it that makes people resort to burning and destroying infrastructure when they are angry? To help us understand this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Tsholofelo Nakedi – Community Advocacy Specialist at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation
Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi met with the leadership and learners of Hoerskool Jan Viljoen in Randfontein west of Johannesburg to determine the cause of last Friday's alleged racially-motivated incident. He says he will meet with them again soon. Earlier police used rubber bullets to disperse some parents and learners who accuse the provincial government of not listening to them following the incident. It is alleged that a violent altercation between black and white learners broke out at the school. Looking at this incident, what will it take for schools to ensure diversity? Where should we start? To help us navigate this discussion, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Lovelyn Nwadeyi – Social Justice Strategist and Director of LN Advisors
Some residents in Tshwane have welcomed the City of Tshwane's disconnection campaign to defaulting customers. The #Tshwaneyatima campaign, which commenced last week, saw numerous businesses and government departments disconnected, for owing millions of rand to the city. The city is owed 17 billion rand in revenue by government and businesses. Phumzile Mlangeni reports…
Guest: Mbulelo Sigaba - Chief Director for municipal finance in the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Danie Van Zyl – Project Manager at Durchane (Dooshaam) and Project leader for Revenue Enhancement Projects and Revenue Management Training
This morning Bryan looks at how not to lose your sight on long-term goals in times of turmoil. He now joins me in studio……
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty)
Michillay Brown has made her mark in the science sector and mining sector. She’s South African born, but currently based in the UK where she lads Anglo American’s hydrogen economy policy analysis and strategic advocacy. One of her accolades is recently being named one of Women in Mining’s Top 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining. She now joins us on the line from the UK to talk about her achievements….
Guest(UK): Michillay Brown · Principal Hydrogen Corporate Relations at Anglo American
The World Health Organisation's Director-General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has expressed hope that the acute phase of the Covid19 pandemic will end this year. Ghebreyesus and his delegation are in the country to inspect the country's vaccine research sites. To get their perspective on the site visit and the impact for the continent’s mission to become self-reliant, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Soumaya Swaminathan – Chief Scientist at the World Health Organisation
Guest: Dr Mmboneni Muofhe - Deputy Director-General for Technology Innovation
The SABC says it is commemorating World Radio Day yesterday (Sunday) by fully aligning itself with this year's theme that is entrenched in the principle of trust. All radio stations marked the day with programming that celebrates post-democracy gains made by SABC Radio - especially in building trust with listeners. The public broadcaster used the day to highlight the importance of radio as a trusted and the most accessible medium for informing, educating and entertaining. Let’s talk now about the SABC Radio’s contribution to the country as we welcome….
Guest(OB): Nada Wotshela – Group Executive for Radio
Guest(OB): Siphelele Sixaso – Head of PBS Radio
Guest(OB): Johan van Rooyen – Acting Head of PCS and Fortune Combo
Guest(LINE): Prof Anton Harber – Caxton Professor of Journalism at Wits University
Last week the City of Tshwane switched off power to many government and private, businesses and institutions that were in arrears for more than three months. There has been mixed reaction over the action taking by the municipality. Our guest this morning penned an article questioning whether member of the public understand who should take responsibility for putting the financial sustainability of the city in tatters while constraining service delivery? To share his thoughts, we are joined on the line
Guest: Lorato Tshenkeng -CEO of Decode Communications
TheDepartment of Employment and Labour is suing Huawei Technologies for what they say exceeded the number of foreign national it’s allowed to employ by law. Huawei is said to have employed close to 90% foreign nationals at its local unit. Let’s get the views of black business to find out how they interpret this development and whether this is a step in the right direction as we welcome…..
Guest: Kganki Matabane – CEO of the Black Business Council
Today marks 32 years since South Africa’s first democratically elected President Nelson Mandela was released from prison. The statesman died in 2013 after a long illness. He made his first speech to the people of South Africa from the Cape Town City Hall. It is also here where President Cyril Ramaphosa who stood beside him on that day, delivered his State of the Nation address last night.
Guest: Rev Alan Boesak – Former anti-apartheid activist
Guest: Dr Nomvuselelo Songelwa – Chairperson of the Nelson Mandela Museum
Guest: Baz Dreisinger - Director of the Incarceration Nations Network Executive
Today we wind down with musician and songwriter Donald who was born in the North West province some years ago. It was in fact his birthday just a few days ago. He started singing in a choir at a young age before he released his first album in 2008.
Guest: Donald – Musician and songwriter
President Cyril Ramaphosa has committed to creating an environment that will help small businesses to create jobs and for legislation hampering informal traders from doing business to be amended. He was delivering the State of the Nation Address last night at the Cape Town City Hall. He has appointed the former chairperson of the Small Business Institute to lead a team that will make these changes. He has also announced that hemp and cannabis will be industrialised and has encouraged localisation.
Guest: Miriam Altman – Professor of 4IR Practise at the University of Joburg’s School of Economics and Director of Altman Advisory
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to deliver his State of the Nation Address at the Cape Town City Hall this evening under the theme “Following our commitments: making your future work better”. Repairs in the main Parliamentary building are still underway after last month’s fire which was allegedly started by Zandile Mafu whose case is before court. The Hall is where former President Nelson Mandela delivered his address after being released from prison. National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Ngqakula has described the change in venue and other logistics as a nightmare but has assured South Africans that security around the City Hall has been tightened. For more on a number of issues relating to Ramaphosa’s address we are joined by…
Guest: Mondli Gungubele – Minister in the Presidency
The Deputy Ministers for Water and Sanitation David Mahlobo and Dikeledi Magadzi will be meeting with three Water Management Institutions tomorrow (Friday) in Ekurhuleni to discuss challenges of water supply and interventions in place. South Africans across the country has been battling with water provision for decades.
Guest: David Mahlobo – Deputy Minister Water and Sanitation Department
Parliament’s Select Committee on Education and Technology, Sports, Arts and Culture is calling for Sibongile Mani who has been convicted for theft of NSFAS funds to be sentenced to community service. Mani was convicted of theft by the East London Regional Court earlier this week. The Committee says this will allow the Walter Sisulu student to finish her studies and says she should rather be given an opportunity to pay back the money. What are your thoughts on this proposal?
Guest: Elleck Nchabeleng – Chairperson of Parliament’s Select Committee on Education and Technology, Sports, Arts and Culture
In our Health Feature this morning we focus on one of the most important organs in the human body- the liver. It helps to remove toxins from the body and to digest food. To tell us more about liver disease and lifestyle behaviours that can contribute towards compromising this vital organ, is...
Guest: Dr. Marc Ostroksky - Specialist physician and fellow in medical gastroentorology and hepatology at Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital and Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre
Today we focus on a discussion around Social Security by looking at the Social Security Review 2021. How has social security evolved and what does the future look like? Stakeholders are convening in Cape Town this week to share their thoughts on this topic. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Brenda Sibeko – Deputy Director-General at the Department of Social Development
Guest: Selwyn Jehoma – Managing Director for the Economic Policy Research Institute
Advocate Dali Mpofu who is a member of the Judicial Service Commission is in hot water after the Pretoria Society of Advocates lodged a complaint against him for his conduct during the interviews of Chief Justice candidates last week. Mpofu has also faced criticism from Judge Johan Kriegler from Freedom Under Law for the way he handled the interviews together with another committee member and EFF leader Julius Malema. The Pretoria Society of Advocate wants the General Council of the Bar to recall Mpofu. Meanwhile a group of advocates including Advocates Muzi Sikhakhane and Dumisa Ntsebeza, has penned a letter in defence of Mpofu following criticism by journalist Adriaan Basson. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dali Mpofu – Advocate and member of the Judicial Service Commission
Two weeks ago, the Free State High Court in Bloemfontein reserved judgment in a case where The Mafube Business Forum is seeking permission to run things at the embattled Mafube Local Municipality. They say that they are hoping to do this until the government is capable of running the municipality. Is this a good idea for business to want to run municipalities seeing that they are the ones that suffer the most?
Guest: Jannie Shabort-mafube business forum chairperson
Guest: Josie Ralebanya – Municipal manager at MafubeLocal Municipality
Any contribution made to a retirement fund before the 28th February will be tax deductible and you will be entitled to a refund of tax for tax paid over the last twelve months. Bryan is this morning discussing the advantages of a Retirement Annuity.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
This morning as part of our personal development we speak to a young man by the name Rodney Maduwa who is a real inspiration for up and coming young people who may not know how to overcome being unemployed. One of the things he emphasises on is that providing skills development is one of the ways to eradicate unemployment. He now joins us on the line to talk about his journey and the lessons learnt and also what is it that young people can learn from him…
Guest: Rodney Maduwa – Founder of Maduwa Paint World
Last week the news agenda was dominated by the Chief Justice interviews overshadowing the release of part 2 of the State Capture report. So this morning we thought to look at some of the revelation in that report and talk about just how much it has revealed at Denel and Transnet. Also the devastating effect it had on the ordinary worker and the economy. But first let’s reflect on this report by Amina Accram pertaining to the finding specifically on Denel…
Guest: Dale McKinley - Independent analyst, writer and researcher
Guest: Karan Singh – Executive Director at Corruption Watch
There are calls from civil society organisations for the Social Relief of Distress Grant to be extended beyond March. This comes as hundreds of beneficiaries still wait for payments which have either not been made or came intermittently with no explanation. The R350 grant is providing some relief to those with no income. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dianne Dunkerley – Executive Manager: Grants Administration at the South African Social Security Agency
There has been an overwhelming endorsement for Judge Mandisa Maya to be the next Chief Justice of South Africa. This after the Judicial Services Commission recommended to President Cyril Ramaphosa, that Judge Maya is the rightful candidate for the top job. Let’s use this opportunity now to reflect on the recommendation by the JCS and also what this means for the transformational agenda in the judiciary as we welcome….
Guest: Prof Bonita Meyersfield - Associate Professor of Law at Wits University
THIS INTERVIEW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY BD AFRICA
Today marks World Cancer Day and in our two-part series we focus on cervical cancer and HPV. Doctors warn that women between the ages of 35 and 44 are most likely to get cervical cancer and should therefore test regularly. To explore this further we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Nomonde Hazel Mbatani – Clinical Head Gynaecology Oncology: Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at Groote Schuur Hospital
Guests: Visva Pillay – Medi Guest: Visva Pillay – Meducal Affairs Manager at BD Africa
As we get ready to mark World Cancer Day tomorrow (Friday) we focus on the important role of technology in cancer diagnosis and treatment. Research shows that breast, cervical and prostate cancers are the top cancers in South Africa. Early testing and diagnosis therefore become vital.
Guest: Professor Jackie Smilg - Diagnostic Radiologist and Head of Breast Imaging at the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Radiology, School of Clinical Medicine at University of Witwatersrand.
Guest: Ian Wakefield – Country Manager for BD Africa
Yesterday marked the anniversary of the late anti-apartheid hero Okgopotse Abram Tiro’s death. He was killed in Botswana in 1974 by a letter bomb where he was after fleeing the apartheid government forces who were pursuing freedom fighter. Tiro, who was killed at the age of 28, had been a student leader.
Guest: David Letsoalo – Sankarist, activist and academic
Questions are being asked about whether South African employers are proactive about checking if qualifications, as claimed by applicants, are genuine. This follows the conviction of former PRASA Head of Engineering Services Daniel Mthimkhulu for fraud on Monday by the Joburg Commercial Crimes Court. He claimed to have a Master’s Degree from Wits University and a doctorate from a university in Germany. His pay was eventually increased to R2.8 million per year as a result of this falsehood.
Guest: Nireen Naidoo – Executive: Governance, People and Strategy at the South African Qualifications Authority
This morning we are finally joined by Councillor Nceba Ndikinda who is the mayor at the Amathole District Municipality. This is the story of Nanziwe Rulashe who was dragged from her municipal offices in East London by armed security guards. Let’s hear now what the mayor has to say on the issue….
Guest: Councillor Nceba Ndikinda – Executive Mayor at the Amathole District Municipality
With interest rates starting to rise, what options are there to those needing income. For those working, why are they not saving enough to give them some financial freedom in retirement? Bryan joins us on the line now to help us understand…
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) says the Minister of Transport must explain why the pay of executives at the Road Traffic Infringement Agency increased by such large amounts in the past five years. A Sunday Times investigation has revealed that the executives had their salaries increase up to six times during that time. In one instance the former RTIA CEO Japh Chuwe’s income jumped from R3.3 million in 2019 to R10.8 million the following year. For more on this we are joined by…
Guest: Wayne Duvenage – OUTA CEO
Guest: Gill Gifford –Senior Journalist for the Sunday Times
What economic value has B-BBEE created in South Africa? This is the question that came under discussion when various stakeholders met virtually late last week. Critics of the system always argue that it has only benefitted a few and not the majority of South Africans as it was intended to and that this has been a stumbling block towards transformation and equality. For a debate on this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Zodwa Ntuli – B-BBEE Commissioner
Guest: Monde Ndlovu – Head of Advocacy and Thought Leadership at the Black Management Forum
Guest: Stuart Theobald – Chairman: Intellidex
As the search for jobs resumes again at the beginning of year, young people talk about the challenges they face during this process. One of the main problems is the cost involved in looking for work. A recent study showed that the youth spend an estimated R 1300 per month. So, what do these costs involve and how are young people impacted by this? To expand on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Siboniso Bophela - Founder and socio-economic researcher at Open Dialogue
Police in the Eastern Cape have conceded that they are concerned about the safety of Amathole District Municipal councillor Nanziwe Rulashe. It's alleged that gunmen fired several shots through her bedroom window in the early hours of yesterday. Rulashe was not at her home at the time. Her child who was in another room escaped unharmed. Rulashe made headlines last week after a video of her being dragged out of the municipal premises - allegedly by security personnel - went viral on social media. Last week when I spoke to Rulashe, she did indicate that she was worried about her safety, let’s take a listen to what she said…..
Guest: Bukiwe Fanta – ANC Women’s League Chairperson in the Eastern Cape
Guest: Dr Lesley Ann Foster - executive director of Masimanyane
The Department of Science and Technology together with others partners, has launched a pilot project that seeks to professionalise and to issue certificates to Traditional Health Practitioners. The process aims to acknowledge Traditional Knowledge Systems and to empower practitioners. How will this project work and who will be involved? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: CAROL VAN WYK - DIRECTOR OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT, INDEGINOUS KNOWLEDGE AT THE DEPARTMENT OF SCIENCE AND INNOVATION
As times are getting tougher in the country, a group of civil society organisations say that they want President Cyril Ramaphosa to set up a task team with experts to deal with the immediate extension and increase of the R350 Covid-19 Social Relief of Distress grant. They met with President Cyril Ramaphosa and some of his ministers last week. This is not a new call that is being made as the situation on the ground is getting worse. Economists on the other hand are saying it’s just not practical. To take an in-depth look into this and find out what better solutions can be applied, we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: Leon Louw, President of the Free Market Foundation
GUEST: Nathan Tylor, Activists with the #PayTheGrants Civic grants campaign
Yesterday one of the stories that was trending throughout the day was that of the CCMA dismissing an application of an employee of the Gold Rush Group after she was fired for opting not to be vaccinated against COVID-19. The Commission ruled that Theresa Mulderij's dismissal was fair as she did not comply with regulations of the company's mandatory vaccination policy. In the arbitration award, the company said it dismissed the employee on grounds that she did not create a safe working environment for her colleagues. This then brings to the question of rights of an employee vs the rights of the employer. Where do we find the balance?
Guest: Advocate Tertius Wessels - Advocate and Legal Director: Strata-g Labour Solutions
Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi - General-Secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Union
Western Cape Premier Allan Winde says more complainants have come forward since the allegations of sexual assault against MEC Albert Fritz emerged. Fritz was suspended on Sunday and has now stepped down as acting DA leader in the province. The latest development is that the ANC in the Western Cape says it will open a case against MEC Albert Fritz amid sexual assault allegations. The party’s spokesperson in the Western Cape spoke to Stephen Grootes this morning about the action they are taking….
Guest: Brett Herron - Good Party Secretary-General
Let’s speak now to Khosi Tyobeka, who is in the tourism industry. She has been working in the industry for over 6years and qualified as Travel Consultant. She is currently running her own establishment where she also nurtures young people. The industry has gone through a hard time during the Covid-19 pandemic and to find out from her as to what is still driving her passion, she now joins us on the line…
Guest: Khosi Tyobeka - CEO of Zimasa Travel
The issue of data privacy has come into sharp focus in recent months with the Protection of Personal Information Act coming into full effect. Now the Information Regulator will be hosting the International Data Privacy Day Webinar tomorrow (Friday) to allow stakeholders to engage topics such as the responsibility of information officers, cyber security and related laws. There have been some data leaks from a government department and certain banks. For more we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Adv Collen Weapond (Member of the Information Regulator responsible for POPIA)
Guest: Ms Thezi Mabuza (Acting Commissioner National Consumer Protection)
Let’s talk now to the South African Veterinary Council who have welcomed the recent conviction and sentencing of two women who have been illegally practising as veterinary professionals. They go on to say that the two women were placing the lives of animals at risk and deceiving and defrauding South African pet owners. To understand what it is exactly that the two did and also as members of the public, what should we look out for when taking our animals to the vet? To help us on this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dinamarie Stoltz - Director of Legal Affairs at the South African Veterinary Council
As we resume our health feature this morning, we start off by looking at the importance of heaving annual health checks. Looking at which conditions to prioritise for women, men and children. Indications are that men are the problem as many of them refuse to go to the doctor. From what age should we all be worried about our health? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa – Vice chairperson of the South African Medical Association
The United Nations Secretary General and his High Commissioner for Human Rights has publicly denounced the coup d'état in Burkina Faso. This comes after a statement from the global organisation on Monday condemning the action of the country's armed forces and expressing concern at the whereabouts of President Roch Kabore. The United Nations has called for the swift return to constitutional order in the country. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports…
Guest: Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst and language specialist at channel Africa Kiswahili desk
Guest: Martin Ewi - Senior Researcher at the Institute for Security Studies
An interesting survey by Epson has revealed that 58.9% of South Africans believe that a climate change disaster will be averted during their lifetime. Those who were are pessimistic say that there’s still a lack of awareness of the dangers of climate change. To tell us more on this survey and what purpose it’s meant to serve, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Timothy Thomas - Country Manager at Epson Europe B.V
The case against five people who are facing charges of assault linked to the forceful removal of an Amathole District Municipal councillor on Monday has been postponed to the 11th of February. The five appeared briefly in the East London Magistrates court yesterday (Tuesday). The charges against them stems from an incident at the offices of the ADM yesterday where a councillor, Nanziwe Rulashe, was forcefully removed from the offices. Videos of the incident were shared to social media platforms. The Mayor Nceba Ndikinda has met with various stakeholders including the ANC. For an update on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Teris Ntutu – ANC Amathole regional secretary
LINK: Nanziwe Rulashe now joins us on the line…..
Guest: Nanziwe Rulashe - Amathole District Municipal councillor
Let’s turn our focus now a story about residents taking on Eskom. The power utility lost an appeal in the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) against a ruling in favour of two community associations that it must immediately restore full maximum electricity supply to residents. Eskom had decided to reduce power supply because the Lekwa and the Ngwathe local municipalities were over-using electricity and collectively owed it more than R2 billion. To discuss this issue and how Eskom deals with municipalities when it comes to electricity supply, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Fannie Potgieter – Chairperson of the Lekwa Ratepayers Association
Guest: Sikhonathi Mantshantsha – Eskom national spokesperson
Guest: Adv Jennica Beukes – Public Law Specialist and Doctoral Researcher at the Dullah Omar Institute
Those in the health sector are warning that making unrealistic New Year resolutions may not be good for your mental health. We always ask ourselves as to whether it’s a good thing to make New Year resolutions, but then if you do, what approach should one take? Also what level of mental health are we talking about? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Nicole Jennings - Spokesperson for Pharma Dynamics
As it is the last Tuesday of the month, this programme is always devoted to answering questions that have been submitted to Bryan during the month. He picks out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them on the last Tuesday of the month……
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
A video of an Amathole district municipality councillor Nanziwe Rulashe being assaulted and dragged, kicking and screaming is circulating on social media. She can be seen screaming while other are standing around her watching the commotion. She has opened a case of assault after the violent altercation at work. Let’s play some of the audio from the video…
Guest: Teris Ntutu – ANC Amathole Regional Secretary
Family members of the late veteran actor, Patrick Shai say they are trying to come to terms with his death. The 66-year-old Shai passed away at his Soweto home on Saturday morning. He starred in some of the SABC's best dramas including Yizo Yizo, Soul City, Bophelo ke Semphego and Generations. He was also a gender-based activist and one of the founding members of the Free Film Makers of South Africa. Phumzile Mlangeni reports...
Guest: Jerry Mofokeng – Veteran actor
Guest: Sputla Sebogodi – Veteran actor
Guest: Jet Novuka – Veteran actor
The situation in Mali is not getting better. This time around aid NGOs are warning that 7.5 million Malians – in need of humanitarian aid. They are pleading with the EU and their counterparts to exempt aid agencies from sanctions so that they can render humanitarian assistance. To tell us more on this and also the situation on the ground, we are joined via Skype from Mali’s capital Bamako by…
Guest: Mobeen Ajaib - Interim Director of Oxfam in Mali
As you’ve heard a few weeks ago that the ANC in Limpopo is throwing its weight behind President Cyril Ramaphosa for a second term.Today we thought to get their views on the spat between President Ramaphosa and Tourism Minister Lindiwe Sisulu. How do they feel about the way things are unfolding and are they sticking to Ramaphosa as they candidate of choince?
Guest: Mathope Tala – Regional Secretary for the ANC in the Sekhukhune district
Let’s touch base now with the National department of health. They held a press briefing over the weekend talking on different issues around Covid-19. One of the issues that health Minister Joe Phaahla touched on was that of reopening of the country’s activities like stadiums. Also reports of us entering the fifth wave which the minister indicated that it could be around May which is flu season in the Southern hemisphere. There’s also the issue of the World Bank loan meant to accelerate the COVID-19 response. For the latest on this, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Dr Lesley Bamford – Acting Chief Director for Child Health in the National Department of Health
This coming Sunday will see some of South Africa’s musicians, artists and poets hosting a heritage festival in honour of Hugh Masekela. Masekela passed away on the 23rd of January in 2018 and it left many of us heartbroken knowing what he meant to us all as a country. We will be spending this hour speaking to some of the musicians who will be taking part to get first hand from them as to what Masekela meant to them and how they will be honouring him…
Guest: Muneyi Masibigiri, known by Muneyi musician, singer-songwriter
Guest: Langa Mavuso – Singer and songwriter
Guest: Mabusha Masekela – Nephew of Hugh Masekela and festival organiser
The executive mayor of Mangaung Metro yesterday (Thursday) marked 100 days in office and one of the things he mentioned was his plans to deal with water problems which he alluded to old infrastructure. Just this week he was threatened with a total shutdown by disgruntled residents demanding service delivery.He now joins us on the line to talk about his plans of turning the metro around…
Guest: Mxolisi Siyonzana’s - Executive Mayor for Mangaung Metro
Joburg Theatre is today (Friday) hosting the Fourth Isandlwana Lecture: The Musical. This is one of the most historical battles in South African history between the British and the Zulu Nation. The event took place on the 22 of January 1879 and South African young black artists are making sure that the history is never erased. To tell us more on the lecture and the significance of this history we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Mbuso Khoza - Musician and heritage historian
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has announced that the 2021 National Senior Certificate overall pass rate, with the progressed learners included, stands at 76-point four per cent. She says this is an improvement of zero-point-two percentage points from the pass rate achieved by the Class of 2020. She says the improvement comes despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Department earlier said the matric class of 2021, was the largest ever. For a perspective on the results, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Professor Elizabeth Henning – South African Research chair: Integrated Studies of Learning Language, Mathematics and Science in Primary School Faculty of Education at the University of Johannesburg
Kgothatso Mphaka – Learner at KwamHlanga Secondary School. She achieved seven distinctions -
Mpendulo Ndzoyiya – Learner at Gobinamba Senior Secondary School – He achieved seven distinctions
Yesterday (Wed) EFF leader Julius Malema vowed to continue pushing for all restaurants in South Africa to employ more South Africans than foreign nationals. He visited some restaurants at the Mall of Africa in Johannesburg to go and investigate for himself saying this is the first step in making sure that 60 percent of South Africans are employed and 40 percent of foreign nationals must be considered for job opportunities. Let’s take a look now at how practical such a quota system is and under the current economic climate that the country is going through, is it a smart move? To lead us in this discussion, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Michael Bagriam - Labour law expert from Bagraim Attorneys
Sazi Bongwe has been trending a lot in the both mainstream and social media. He achieved nine distinctions in his final matric exams, with an average of 95.9%. He is now heading to Harvard to further his studies. It’s surely not easy to have achieved that much. How did he do it and what was his motivation? He now joins us on the line to tell us all about it.
Guest: Sazi Bongwe - Former Head of School at St. John’s College for the class of 2021
The IEB matric results came out with a 98.39-percent pass rate as expected with many of those learners achieving high marks.Criticism is that tomorrow government will be releasing their results which are expected to be lower. This again takes us back to the debate of an education divide which leaves the under-resourced schools performing poorly. As a country, will we ever see equality within our education system? What can we attribute this to and how can it ever be fixed? To help us engage on this topic, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Mosibudi Mangena – Former Minister of Science and Technology and former President of Azapo
The South African Local Government Association in the Western Cape held its Provincial Conference where they review the five years since the last local government elections where they look ahead to the new term under new leadership. Their conference ended yesterday and we thought to use the opportunity to look at SALGA and its functions in helping shape municipalities into giving best service to their citizens. Also how would they define the state of local government in the Western Cape? Let’s welcome now…
guest: Lance Joel – Chief of Operations at SALGA Western Cape
Our guest this morning is someone who is seasoned in the filed lifting small business and giving assistance where it’s needed. We speak to him at a time where businesses are closing down due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Many small businesses cannot survive even the slightest glitch. He now joins us on the line to talk about how he assists and what it is that business owners can do to overcome….
Guest: Gabriel Mokwana - Founder of the Life Legacy Projects SA, an enterprise development firm
The situation at Tirelong Secondary School in Kroondal near Rustenburg turned into chaos when another group of learners were kidnapped allegedly by a group of people masquerading as parents. This is according to the North West department of education. The group reportedly arrived in two minibus taxis, a truck and a bakkie at Boons Mega Farm School on Tuesday night. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Mmaphefo Matsemela – North West Education MEC
Let’s wrap up this segment by talking to the Premier of the Northern Cape. This is the country’s largest province and surely can’t be easy to run. What are his views on education, economy, social uplifting of the population? Which direction is he driving the province?
Guest: Zamani Saul – Premier of the Northern Cape
We end-off the special broadcast by talking about tourism in this province. One of the most popular sites in the Kimberley hole and the vast desert landscapes, wildlife and gemstones. What else is there to see in this province and what is its biggest selling point? To tell us more on this, we are joined by….
Guest: Sharon Lewis – CEO of Northern Cape Tourism
Rooibos is no doubt one of South Africa’s most loved teas which is known worldwide.But how much do we know about Rooibos and how it’s harvested and when in terms of seasons? What makes it so popular and attractive to the world? Well, we are told that it all begins in January and to tell us more, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Marthane Swart - Secretariat for the SA Rooibos Council
Transport Minister, Fikile Mbalula, says he'll seek leave appeal the decision of the High Court in Pretoria to declare the AARTO Act unconstitutional and invalid. Mbalula was addressing the media during the release of the 2021 festive season road fatality statistics. The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) challenged the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act and the AARTO Amendment Act. Earlier when the court ruled against AARTO, the Road Freight Association welcomed the ruling, and to get their perspective as to why they don’t like it and what it means for them. Also what their view is on the minister now challenging the ruling, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Gavin Kelly – CEO of the Road Freight Association
We are coming to you live from Monwabisi Secondary School in Nzwakazi Location near De Aar, in Northern Cape. We are here because the SABC is donating 20 laptops and computers to the school. This is one of those instances that the SABC prides itself in making a difference in communities within its footprint through its platforms. We have various guests who will be talking to us from this province. Since education is dominating our news agenda this week ahead of the matric results, its only appropriate to start by looking at the state of education in the province. Let’s welcome…
Guest: Zolile Monakali MEC for Education in the Northern Cape
Heavy downpours in recent days have wreaked havoc in parts of the Free State. Flooded roads had to be closed in some areas, to avoid disaster. Last week two children aged 4 and 8 drowned in floodwater in Bronville close to Welkom.
Guest: Professor Vishwas Satgar –Associate professor of International Relations at Wits also principal investigator for Emancipatory Futures Studies in the Anthropocene and co-founder of the Climate Justice Charter process
Guest: Elizabeth Viljoen – Forecaster at the SA Weather Service
Dr Gideon Groenewald – Geologist for Gift of the Givers
In today’s hard economic and troublesome conditions, especially the Covid-19 pandemic, relationships have been tested to the limit. Most times break-ups are attributed to finances. With one losing their job, it becomes the other one’s duty to carry the financial burden. But then, what is it that makes so many couples not be able to hold on and carry each other? How best should we handle the situation and overcome? To help us deal with this issue, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Paula Quinsee - Relationship Expert, author of 'Embracing Conflict'
As we are still in the month of January, the hardest one for many people especially under the current economic climate, Bryan start’s us off with talking about becoming financially organised. He now joins us on the line to tell us where to start seeing that so many people are already drowning in debt…
Guest:Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited –011-2686908
The President has assigned responsibility for the State Security Agency to Minister in the Presidency Mondli Gungubele. In a statement the Presidency says this is line with President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement in August last year to do away with the Ministry of State Security and assign political responsibility for the State Security Agency to the Presidency. The statement says the Constitution, empowers the President to assume political responsibility for intelligence services other than those of the police or national defence force, or to designate a member of Cabinet to assume this responsibility. We thought to speak to someone who once occupied the post of Intelligence Minister to find out whether this is a smart move and also what it was like when he was in that post.
Guest: Ronnie Kasrils – Former Minister of Intelligence under Thabo Mbeki’s government
The United Nations' peace keeping mission in Mali has grounded its flights amid discussions over sanctions that have shut air and land borders to the West African country. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the regional monetary union sanctioned Mali last week after its interim government, installed in the wake of coups in 2020 and2021, proposed delaying planned elections by up to four years. For a perspective on this, we are joined in studio by…
Guest: Nixon Katembo - African Affairs analyst and language specialist at channel Africa Kiswahili desk
Last week was a great triumph for South Africa as the Marine Domain Awareness Satellites, which were developed by engineers at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology -- have already started transmitting data - after they were launched aboard US aerospace company SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket. One of the things Science and Innovation Minister Dr Blade Nzimande said that the lack of space professionals and engineers had prompted the department to launch a human capital development programme at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. To tell us more on this and how the department is advancing in this sector also looking how they are hoping to attract young people, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Mmboneni Muofhe - Deputy Director-General for Technology Innovation responsible for the Space programme
Guest: Itumeleng Mokoloi – Deputy Director for Space Science
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula is this morning (Monday) conducting an oversight visit of the Cape Town Northern Line and the Western Cape Rail Management and Traffic Control Centre. Last week Mbalula assured the nation that his department is on track in terms of revamping the metro rail system. To find out what some of the challenges are that are delaying progress when it comes to our railway system, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Steve Harris – General Secretary for the United National Transport Union
Since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, the pharmaceutical has been looked at as part of providing solutions to the crippling situation.But, what we don’t really talk about is their innovative contribution to the country’s economy and livelihood. Let’s use this time now to find out how they are dealing with challenges facing the country and the kind of skills they are advancing in the sector. Also seeing that big supermarket chains are opening their in-house pharmacies, what impact is this having on the neighbourhood pharmacy that we all grew up going to? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Bada Pharasi - CEO for the Innovative Pharmaceutical Association of South Africa
The Friday Wind Down with Opera singer Sibongile Mngoma. We talk about her life, her work, her music as well as her activism in the arts industry.
Guest: Sibongile Mngoma – Opera Singer
The probe into the death of19-year-old Matshepo Cleo Malefane who was tragically found hanging from a tree in Mapetla Soweto last week, continues. Malefane was laid to rest on Tuesday. She was last seen alive by some family members last Wednesday when they went looking for her at her boyfriend’s home after she went missing on Monday. For more on this we are joined on the line by …
Guest: Moagi Maponyane – Spokesperson for the Malefane family
The Human Rights Watch “World Report 2022” has called out leaders in democracies saying they should stop paying lip service to the fight against autocratic states. Among the leaders mentioned by name were US President Joe Biden, former German Chancellor Angela Merkel and French President Emmanuel Macron. The organisation says leaders often speak in fork tongues when it comes to issues of conflict and their oppressive counterparts. It says failure to tackle any wrongdoing only emboldens autocratic states. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Kenneth Roth – Executive Director at Human Rights Watch
Limpopo Health MEC Phohi Ramathuba has defended her statement that girls should close their legs and open their books. She was delivering a message at a school in the province. She says the clip that has caused a stir and is being circulated in the media has been edited and leaves out a crucial part that also tells boys to sleep with their books and not girls. But critics have questioned her choice of language when addressing girls. For more on this we are joined by…
Guest: Phinah Kodisang –CEO Soul City Institute
The ANCYL in the Greater Joburg area says it will be enrolling public school learners who have not secured places at private institutions. Parents, particularly in Gauteng, have been struggling to register their children at their preferred schools and say they want the online registration process to be scrapped. The structure says Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi will incur the cost of school fees. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Penuel Maduna – ANC Youth League Greater Johannesburg Regional Conference Preparatory Committee (RCPC) Spokesperson
The Department of Employment and Labour is implementing some changes to the law in order to protect the rights of, and to increase the income of domestic workers to match the national minimum wage. So, what should you as an employer know that will help you comply with the law and to create a good and fair relationship with you employee? For clarity on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Tony Healy – Labour Consultant
In our SMME feature today, we focus on the business of tailored clothing. BusaniMen describes itself as an apparel brand which offers good service and seeks to become the country’s leading provider of formal wear. To give us more about this business, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nkululeko Mahlangu – Owner of BusaniMen
Acting Chief Justice Raymond Zondo has described as an insult a letter written by Minister Lindiwe Sisulu criticising the judiciary. Judge Zondo says the article penned a few days ago lacks facts and analysis. He says the insults are most regrettable as they come from a senior government and political leader. He has encouraged judges at various levels to continue doing their job and to work according to their oath of office.
Guest: Prof Tinyiko Maluleke – Political Analyst
As the year begins, some parents have indicated that they are unable to pay for school fees even at public schools that are not exempt from doing so. This emerged during our conversation yesterday about how parents can prepare for extra costs when it comes to their children’s education. Other parents have said they want to take their children to private schools but that the cost is too high. So, how do schools determine how much to charge for fees? For more on this issue we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Jaco Deacon - CEO of the Federation of Governing Bodies of South African Schools (FEDSAS)
Financial experts have warned parents to expect and prepare for extra costs as schools start to reopen. They say a review of the family budget is vital to make provision for items that may not have been included in the list that schools send to parents at the end of the year. So, how can parents ensure that they have this extra money when money is already tight? For more we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Erica Liebenberg - JustMoney Editor
As the year starts it is important that workers reflect on their personal career plans especially in an environment where companies do not communicate the way forward for the organisation or give employees feedback on their work. Employees can often feel stuck. To expand on why and how both the employer and employee can turn the situation around to the benefit of both parties, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Phiona Martin – Award-winning organizational Psychologist, career coach and thought leader in the field of talent management and career development
ANC veteran Mavuso Msimang has described as gibberish a letter written by Minister of Tourism Lindiwe Sisulu last week. Sisulu published an article, in her personal capacity, in which she questioned the effectiveness of the Constitution in fighting poverty. She also took a swipe at the country's leadership. Minister in the Presidency Mondli Gungubele has also condemned Sisulu saying she is reckless. For more on these developments we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Mavuso Msimang - ANC veteran
We received a voice note yesterday talking about crime in Diepsloot. The person who sent the voice note spoke of how many people have been killed in December alone. Let's take a listen...
Guest: Sicelo Shezi - Community leader in Diepsloot
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has sacked State Security Minister Owen Ncube. He has accused him of behaviour unbecoming of his position but speculation is rife that Ncube was fired for being involved in Zanu-PF factional battles. Ncube is the fifth minister to be forced out of office since Mnangagwa took office five years ago. For more on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Dr. William Mpofu – African analyst based at Wits University
A group of parents are waiting desperately outside the Hoerskool Akasia in Theresa Park in Pretoria North to demand placement for their children. Some have been coming to the school since Monday after applying online last year but are still awaiting a reply from the Gauteng Department of Education. The Department says some parents have rejected the placement offered citing distance and other reasons. Parents are calling on the department to improve or do away with the online application system for grade 1 and 8 learners.
Guest: Pamela Lion - Parent
MEC for Basic Education in the North West Province yesterday (Monday) concluded her consultations with parents of Tirelong Secondary School near Rustenburg where the school have been vandalised a couple of times. The challenge is that the learners will have to be relocated to other schools ahead of tomorrow’s opening.To tell us how the process will work and how the meeting with the parents went, also the state of the province ahead of the start of the academic year, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Elias Malindi –Spokesperson for the Basic Education Department in the North West Province
The distraught family of alleged national Parliament arsonist Zandile Mafe, says it is impossible that he had ever received any secret military training in Russia. Mafe grew up in Mahikeng in the North West and left for job opportunities in Cape Town some years ago. The family rubbished reports that questioned Mafe's identity and that allege that he had extensive military training overseas. Sylvester Serame reports...
Guest: Phumzile Jack - Spokesperson for both the Black Civil Society and the Black People's National Crisis Committee
The South African Local Government Association last year revealed that 62% of councillors lacked basic computer skills to perform tasks such as passing municipal budgets. This is very scary as municipalities are battling to provide basic service to their communities. One of the tasks that SALGA deals with is that after every municipal election, they conduct a nationwide councillor induction programme to upskill the councillors. To look at this and how to better deal with new councillors and also what is expected of them in improving service delivery, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Fikile Xasa – Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Mike Masina – Former Executive Mayor at the Steve Tshwete Municipality
Africa’s oldest liberation movement, ANC was this past Saturday celebrating 110 years of existence. The celebrations came as the party was licking its wounds after performing badly at last year’s local government elections. Party president Cyril Ramaphosa, his deputy David Mabuza and other speakers tried their best to form a united front and preach a message of putting people first and regaining the public’s confidence. Let’s use this opportunity now to look at whether the ANC is following in the footsteps of other liberation movements on the African continent. The sense they create that we still owe them and therefore they need to stay in power. What is it that make liberation movements lose it with the public after getting into power? What is that one thing that brings them down? To hell up discuss this issue, we are joined on the line by..
Guest:Dr Imraan Baccus – Senior Research Fellow at the Auwal Socio –economic Research Institute
Guest: Dr Mcebisi Ndletyana – Political Analyst at the University of Johannesburg
Guest: Izak Khomo – African specialist and contributor on Channel Africa
As schools are about to open in a few days, Youth-focused non-profit organisation, LoveLife says that South Africans should walk the talk when it comes to the new policies gazetted by the Department of Basic Education on learners who fall pregnant whilst at school. We have heard so many arguments from different entities on this policy with some believing too much responsibility is being put on teachers and leaving parents out. Let’s get a perspective now from LoveLife to get a sense of how they think the issue should be dealt with as we welcome..
Guest: Dr Linda Ncube–Nkomo – CEO of LoveLife
South African civil society group, Public Interest SA says that it has formed a formal criminal complaint against Bain & Company to the US Department of Justice. This follows last week’s release of part 1 of the Zondo report of into state capture where the evidence was linked between Bain, former President Zuma and the SA Revenue Service. To tell us more on this and why they decided to get involved, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Tebogo Khaas – SA chairperson of Public Interest SA
US President Joe Biden and former president Barack Obama are among a host politicians and celebrities that have paid tribute to actor Sydney Poitier who has died at the age of 94. Poitier was the first black man to win an Oscar for best actor. He also paved the way for a generation of black stars. Let’s listen now to this report by the BBC’s Lizo Mzimba…..
Guest: James Ngcobo – Veteran actor andArtistic Director at The Market Theatre
As we all look forward to the weekend after a long week of politics, parliament burning and the Zondo report being released, Khanyo Maphumulo takes us into the weekend with her soothing sounds. She has recently released a new album entitled "Khumbul'ekhaya”. She now joins us via Zoom to talk about her journey and what she’s been up to lately….
Guest: Khanyo Maphumulo – South African musician
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has extended applications for this year’s academic year to the 21st of January. This means applicants and their parents have a bit of time to fix whatever documents were still outstanding. To talk more on this and what they foresee and also what it is that parents and applicants should know, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Kagisho Mamabolo – Spokesperson for the National Student’s Financial Aid Scheme
Last night the University of Limpopo in partnership with the Charlotte Mannya-Maxeke Institute and the Department of Sport, Arts & Culture hosted, a dialogue entitled ‘The Future of The Women’s Movement in South Africa’. One may wonder why the need for such a dialogue in a democratic South Africa seeing the powerful role women played in changing the politics of the country. To talk more on some of the issues that came out of the dialogue and how we should describe the current state of women in our country, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: DR THOZAMA APRIL-MADUMA - WROTE A THESIS ON THE INTELLECTUAL CONTRIBUTIONS OF CHARLOTTE MAXEKE TO THE STRUGGLE FOR LIBERATION. SHE IS ALSO SENIOR CURATOR AT THE NATIONAL HERITAGE AND CULTURAL STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE
Today (Thursday) marks 27 years since the passing of Joe Slovo who was the country’s first housing minister post 1994. He was SACP secretary general in the early 90’s and also ANC national executive committee member in 1991. Many of our young people may know very little about him and his contribution to the freedom we are enjoying today. So let’s speak now about his legacy, contribution and what he would say at the state of politics if he was alive today? Also what can we take from some of his principles to better our country? To help us through this discussion, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Alex Mashilo – National spokesperson for the SACP
As some companies are still allowing their staff to work from home, those in the technology space are warning that this has created cybersecurity vulnerabilities that have left many enterprise networks exposed to an unprecedented level of attack. They say that it has become critical for organisations to deploy remote access control solutions with stricter levels of security. To explain what this means and how important it is for business to consider improving their security, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Raymond Martin - Technical Manager at ATEN for Central and Southern Africa
Let’s bring you an update now on the Madiba cell key which was to be auctioned in New York. The good news is that the auction has been suspended. To get clarity as to what happens next and also whether the key will be returned, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: JP Louw -Chief of Staff at the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
As we start the year on our SMME feature today we speak to Tara Turkington who is CEO of Flow Communications. She has come up with 16 tips which will help you develop a strong business strategy. She says that whether you are leading a business or a business unit, or working as a freelancer, mastering a business strategy is key to your success. She goes on to say that the end of a year and the start of a new one is a great time to create or revisit your strategy. She now joins us on the line to take us through the points….
Guest: Tara Turkington - CEO of Flow Communications
As a nation, we started the year on a challenging note with first the burial of one of the most outstanding moral voices to the burning of parliament. Many of you who called or sent voice notes have expressed anger against the leadership of the country. Poverty, corruption, crime and other societal issues are of major concerns as many of us are worried as to how these may be resolved and whether the situation will ever improve. As a nation, how do we rise from the ashes? With the absence of voices like the late Archbishop Tutu, how can we lift ourselves up? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Rev. Mpho George Molebatsi – From the All-Nations Evangelical Missions of Southern Africa
Last week Friday, the Constitutional Court handed down judgement in a case where the applicant lived together with the deceased in a romantic relationship. The man who passed way nominated his mother as the only heir to his estate. He died two months before they were to start lobola negotiations. The conclusion of the matter is that the court said that permanent life partnerships were “a legitimate family structure and deserving of respect and entitled to legal protection”. What lessons do we learn from this and what does it mean for those in these types of situations? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Caleb McKellar – Partner at Barter McKellar Attorneys in Johannesburg
The Covid-19 pandemic accompanied by the lockdown has seen many schools battling financially and having to cut budgets as many parents were unable to pay school fees.As much as the schools did suffer financially, it’s not all doom and gloom as there is a way that schools can get parents to pay and recover some of the bad debt. Well, to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Michelle Dickens - CEO of TPN Credit Bureau
The first part of the much-anticipated State Capture report handed over to President Cyril Ramaphosa by Acting Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo at the Union Buildings in Pretoria yesterday. The 874-page document focuses on South African Airways, The New Age and the South African Revenue Services. The second part of the report will be given to the President at the end of the month while the final submission will be made at the end of February. Zoleka Qodashe reports...
Guest: Advocate Thuli Madonsela - Former Public Protector who was instrumental in the establishment of the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture Allegations
Let’s tell you now about the recently launched Study Buddy Fund. It has committed itself to provide access to further education and training, by not only supporting students financially, but also providing a refreshing perspective on education. For the 2022 academic year, the higher education support fund will pay for the tuition and accommodation fees of 70 academically deserving students from 14 communities across South Africa. To tell us more on this and also who qualifies, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nozicelo Ngcobo – Director of Public Affairs, Communication & Sustainability at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa is today expected to formally receive the first part of the interim report into allegations of State Capture. But this may not happen as the Johannesburg High Court is also expected to hear an application by Democracy In Action (DIA) to oppose the handover of the state capture report. According to them, President Cyril Ramaphosa should not be supplied with the report because he has been implicated directly and indirectly by testimony heard by Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo.
Guest: Dr. Ntsikelelo Breakfast - Political Analyst
As many of us who are blessed to have jobs are slowly going back to our posts of duty, experts are highlighting the fact that most people are unhappy to go back to work. This is mainly due to getting used to working from home thanks to the lockdown regulations. The pandemic is said to have shifted the way many of those who have been working from home are thinking. They are now looking for better jobs. For a perspective on what we should read into this development, , we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Anja van Beek - Talent Strategist, Leadership & HR Expert and Executive Coach
The Communist Party of Swaziland says the people of eSwatini must intensify the fight for democracy in that country. It has urged the African Union and SADC to stop handling the government with kids gloved and to demand from Africa’s last absolute monarchy, the unbanning of political parties, the protection of media freedom and the establishment of a representative interim government, amongst others. That country faced massive pro-democracy protests last year. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Thokozane Kenneth Kunene – General Secretary of the Communist Party of Swaziland
18 African countries will hold elections this year. However, the stakes are high in three particular ones which areKenya, Angola and Senegal. To get more clarity on what is expected to unfold on the continent in 2022 we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Advocate Sipho Mantula – Researcher at the Thabo Mbeki African School on Public and International Affairs at UNISA
It is feared that important historical artifacts could have been severely damaged during yesterday’s fire in Parliament. The oldest building in the Houses of Parliament is said be more than 100 years old and there are more than 4000 items of artistic value in Parliament. For more on the kinds of artefacts being stored there and their relevance, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Pitika Ntuli – Artist, poet and academic
A 49-year-old man has been arrested on charges relating to the fire that broke out in Parliament early yesterday morning (Sunday). It has emerged that the suspect was caught on camera roaming in the premises. Public Works Minister and Infrastructure Patricia De Lille has told the media that a water sprinkler was closed but it is not clear why.
Guest: Dr. Richard Walls – Head of Fire Engineering at the Research Unity at Stellenbosch University
Police officers are expected to be out in full force this New Year’s weekend across the country as festivities to usher in 2022 begin. They will be conducting operations and monitoring people who break the curfew. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Brigadier Vish Naidoo – National Police Spokesperson
The family and friends of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu continue to pay tribute to the human rights activist who passed away on Sunday. Meanwhile...the public will continue to pay their respect as he lies in state at the St. George's Cathedral in Cape Town today. His funeral service will be held tomorrow. One of his long time family friends Professor Maake Masango joins us now to reflect on their relationship...
Guest: Professor Maake - Tutu family friend
Dr. Takalani Dube has written a book entitled ‘Bantus’ the untold History of Africa and her People from Creation’. Over the years we have heard so many versions of our origins as Africans. In her book, Dr Dube answers most questions we as Africans have about our origins, history, culture, Ubuntu, religion and the current state of Africa and her people. Earlier this year, we had a brief chat about her book where I started by asking what drove her to write such a book and what can she tell us about our history….
Many people who are employed would complain about their jobs and those with houses would focus more on how small the house is. But then we forget that there is someone worse off than you. How then do we appreciate the little bit we have and stop complaining and be grateful for what we have? To help us navigate this topic, I earlier spoke to Ngila Muendane – Social activist and Creator of the Soul Talk Empowerment Programme….
NGO #UniteSA is calling on South Africans who have the means to donate towards its project to help the needy. It will, as part of its bigger programme, be serving meals to up to 2000 people in both Joburg and Cape Town on Friday. For more on this we are joined on the line by… Guest: Ashley Rix - Co-founder #UniteSA
Debt Counselling Company Debt Rescue says 73% of South Africans will not have enough money going into the New Year. The latest quarterly survey shows that the festive season shopping spree will leave many deep in debt in a country where 75% of income goes towards paying debt. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Neil Roets – CEO Debt Rescue
Efforts are underway to get the key purported to have been used to lock former President Nelson Mandela’s cell on Robben Island back to South Africa. Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa says the key is a national asset and cannot be sold. Former prison warder Christo Brand, through the Guernsey’s Auctioneers and Brokers, is planning to auction the key in New York late next month. Yesterday we spoke to the Deputy Secretary of the Ex-Political Prisoners Association Mpho Masemola who was outraged about the planning sale of the key. We are now joined by…
Guest: JP Louw - Chief of Staff at the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
Oil and gas giant Shell has been dealt a blow after the Makhanda High Court ordered that it halts its seismic survey off the Eastern Cape Wild Coast. The Amadiba Crisis Committee took the matter to court saying the operation would severely impact marine life and that the company did not follow all relevant processes before it could start with the survey which seeks to find energy reserves. The activist group was represented by the Richard Spoor Attorneys. We joined now by…
Guest: Johan Lorenzen – Associate at Richard Spoor Attorneys
The SA National Blood Service is calling on citizens particularly in the province of Mpumalanga, to donate blood as stockpiles run low. The organisation’s plea comes as people celebrate the festive season which is also known for a high number of road accidents which sometimes leave victims needing blood transfusions. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Khensani Mahlangu – Communications specialist at the SA National Blood Service
The popular Nuwe Tweede Jaar Minstrels Parade which takes place annually in Cape Town has been cancelled for a second year in a row. The organisers say they are playing safe and do not want this age-old traditional event to turn into a covid-19 super spreader. So, what will be the impact of this on small businesses and other stakeholders? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Muneeb Gambino – One of the Directors of the Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association
Some former political prisoners are up in arms over the possible auctioning of the key said to have been used to lock the prison cell of the late former President Nelson Mandela on Robben Island. The auction is expected to take place in the United Kingdom this week. Former prison warder Christo Brand is reportedly the one selling the key. Minister of Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa is also opposing this saying that the key is a national asset and belongs to the people of South Africa, a statement supported by the former political prisoners. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mpho Masemola – Deputy Secretary of the Ex-Political Prisoners Association
The June 16 massacre is one of South Africa’s biggest barbaric acts ever committed by the then apartheid regime. It’s one of the incidents that saw Tutu in the forefront of drawing the world’s attention to the brutality of the apartheid regime. The June 16 Foundation joins us now to talk about Tutu’s community activism especially around this incident as we welcome…
Guest: Thabo Ndabeni – Projects Director at the June 16, 1976 Foundation
Xolani Notshe who is a consultant for the Integrated Public Transport System at the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has written a poem remembering the late Arch Tutu. He speaks of how Tutu’s voice kept on going louder as the then government kept arresting activists. He now joins us on the line to share his thoughts….
Guest: Xolani Notshe - Consultant for the Integrated Public Transport System at the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
Archbishop Emeritus Tutu was also very outspoken against homophobia, not just in our country, but the entire world. Let’s take a listen to what some of his views were on the issue….
Guest: Nonhlanhla Mkhize – Advocacy Officer at the Lesbian and Gay Community Health Centre and co-chair of the KwaZulu-Natal Task Team on Hate Crimes against the LGBTI
This weekend is a very special one for both religious and non-religious people. This in light of the fact that many families use it to get together. But sometimes it could be a stressful time because of family dynamics. How then do we use this time to reconnect and heal from whatever pain and disappointments we may have caused each other throughout the year?To help us through this subject, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Baatseba Mothoa – Independent Clinical Psychologist
Long time unionist Tahir Maepa has started the new Public Service and Commercial Union which will serve workers in government. Maepa was a senior leader of the Public Service Association before the parties had a fallout. So how is this union different and are unions still relevant in South Africa. For more on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Tahir Maepa - General Secretary of the Public Service and Commercial Union of SA
The South African Medical Association has released a survey that gives an idea of the risks doctors are facingin dealing with workers injured on duty. This is due to the possibility of the implementation of the Compensation Fund’s implementing the controversial Section 43 clause of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Bill. To explain what it is and the impact it will have on the doctors, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Angelique Coetzee – Chair of the South African Medical Association
We speak now to a mom who decided to introduce her child to diversity when it comes to dolls. Nondumiso Gogela was not too happy when she realised that there are not enough dolls that represent diversity, so she decided to make them herself as a way to teach her child that being brown, having afro hair, is normal, likeable and lovable. She joins us now on the line to talk about her experience and journey on this business and why she feels diversity is important for children….
Guest: Nondumiso Gogela – Owner of Imibongo kaMakhulu Handmade Dolls
Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Blade Nzimande, has welcomed the increase in government funding for research and development (R&D) activities. However, he expressed concern at the general decline in funding from other stakeholders, as reflected in the latest national survey. Why has the funding declined and what sort of impact will it have on the country’s research capabilities?
Guest: Dr. Glenda Krauss – Head of the Centre for Science, Technology and innovation indicators at the Human Sciences Research Council
Those who have pets know how they bond with them and eventually see them as family. Around the holiday period, many people take their pets with them on holiday. But, some organisations including the SPCA are discouraging people from doing this as they say it leaves animals stranded in an event of an accident. To educate us on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Inspector Keshvi Nair - Spokesperson for the NSPCA
Traffic authorities say that poor weather and driving under the influence of alcohol are some of the factors behind recent fatal car crashes. There were a couple of fatalities over the weekend which has raised concerns with the Road Traffic Management Corporation. To tell us about the latest on the road and what some of the new trends are, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Simon Zwane – Spokesperson for the Road Traffic Management Corporation
The SA Human Rights Commission will be taking legal action five provinces which have not implemented norms and standards that aim to end the pit toilet system. The provinces affected are the North West, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga and the Eastern Cape. The court challenge will be the largest that the Commission will be biggest against government since it was formed. For more we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Fatima Chohan – Deputy Chairperson of the SA Human Rights Commission
On Friday, we received a call from Mathaithai, in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape wanting to tell us about the problem they face as taxi drivers in the Eastern Cape. He complained about traffic fines and other issues pertaining to harassment by traffic officials and asked us to please invite a representative from the Eastern Cape so that he can ask talk to them on air. Well, my producers managed to secure an interview with one of the officials to talk on the issue. Let's hear now from Mathaithai as to what problems he is facing as a taxi driver ...
Guest: Mathaithai - Taxi driver
Guest: Charles Bramwell: Senior Traffic Law Enforcement Officer in the Eastern Cape Transport Department
Covid numbers continue to rise in some provinces with KwaZulu-Natal having reported the highest numbers by late yesterday followed by Gauteng and the Western Cape. The government is calling on more people to get vaccinated and to take all precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.
Guest: Dr. Nicholas Crisp – Acting Director-General National Health Department
Trade union Nehawu in Parliament is calling for the appointment of a permanent Secretary to Parliament. The union is threatening striking action should there be no replacement for Gengezi Mgidlana who left five years ago. The Deputy Secretary Baby Tyawa is currently acting. Nehawu says the delays are unjustifiable. For more on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest: S’thembiso Tembe - Nehawu Chairperson in Parliament
The song you’ve just heard will take many of you down memory lane in the movie, Shaka Zulu. It’s entitled Wemsheli Wami. In this scene, she is very young, standing with other maidens in front of King Shaka which was played by the late Henry Cele. Many years later she modified it with beautiful instruments in her album entitled African child which was released in 2002. What is it about this song that she decided to redo and what does it mean to her? Well let’s allow her to tell the story herself…..
Guest: Tu Nokwe – Veteran South African musician and actress
Many people with criminal records know just how difficult life can be especially when it comes to applying for a job. The belief is that your name stays on the data base forever. But the Justice Department says this is not true as there are categories on who qualifies and who does not. To educate us on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Liana Niewoudt – Legal Administration Officer at the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Let’s turn our attention now to the controversial Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill of 2021. The part that many people are questioning is that of changes around the sale of alcohol on school premises. The department has tried to justify its existence by saying that it does not mean learners can buy alcohol on school premises. The main question for many is why it exists in the first place? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Elijah Mhlanga – Spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education
Let’s speak now to Lorato Tshenkeng who is CEO of Decode Communications. They have been monitoring how government minister on both national and provincial structures are utilising Twitter to engage with citizens. They also question how government leaders view Twitter and how they interpret it. To help us understand why such a report is necessary and what it can do to improve relations between government and its citizens, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Lorato Tshenkeng – CEO of Decode Communications
Yesterday (Wed) the Glamorous Factory, an event management company and Inala Media held a fun day at the Nkosi Johnson haven that is currently housing 95 children orphaned by Aids and victims of GBV.The facility is not doing well as it was financially hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. To catch-up with them, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Gail johnson: founder of nkosi’s haven - on the line
As we are fully in holy day mood and season, experts are drawing our attention to stress levels around this period. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group say that stress can make it very difficult for those battling with mental health.The Covid-19 pandemic has also made things worse as many of us lost loved ones, while others lost their jobs. How then do we cope and deal with the stress that may lead to depression? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Vanishaa Gordhan – Operations Manager at SADAG
The Khulumani Support Group has been calling for reparations for victims of apartheid brutality for many years. What is worrying them the most this time around is that many of the perpetrators like FW De Klerk have died without victims’ issues being addressed. How then do the families of the victims reconcile without compensation and can they really make peace with it? To talk to us on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Marjorie Jobson – National Director of the Khulumani Support Group
Cosatu says that arms manufacturer Denel needs an urgent turnaround as employees of the parastatal have still not been paid their full salaries. Cosatu’s Matthew Parks has raised concerns as reports emerge about the difficulties those employees are currently facing. He now joins us on the line to give us Cosatu’s perspective on the issue….
Guest: Matthew Parks – Cosatu’s Parliamentary Coordinator
TheJavett Art Centre at the University of Pretoria is today (Thursday) hosting an event entitled Mapungubwe: The Reconciliation. This is part of their Day of Reconciliation celebrations where they will be focusing on indigenous knowledge systems, ancient civilizations in Southern Africa which the then apartheid government tried to hide like the treasures of Mapungubwe. To help us understand why they chose to link this to Reconciliation Day and the historical significance for all of us, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lekgetho Makola – CEO of the Javett-UP Art Centre
Xolile Mpini who is with the Langeberg Unemployed Forum has penned an article calling for an end to unemployment in the country. The organisation is pointing to the latest labour figures which it says are disheartening. What would they like to see done by the private sector and policy makers so that the situation changes for the better? To help us understand their perspective, Mr Mpini joins us now on the line…
Guest: Xolile Mpini – Chief Executive at the Langeberg Unemployed Forum
The South African Breweries (SAB) has rolled out its responsible consumption programmes across the country. The campaign includes the launch of 10 Alcohol Evidence Centres. To tell us more about this campaign and why the company has decided to get involved in saving lives as they are also a company that sells alcohol to the nation we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sphe Vundla – Brand Director SAB Corporate
The Home Affairs Department has denied that it has reversed its directive to put an end to special permits for Zimbabweans. This follows media reports yesterday (Tuesday) saying the decision made recently by Cabinet had been changed but Minister Aaron Motsoaledi says there has been a misunderstand after a circular was issued by officials in his department. Zimbabweans were granted these documents in 2009 to legalise many who were in the country illegally due to the socio-political situation in their country. Human rights groups are not happy about this move. For more we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sharon Ekambaram - Head of Refugee and Migrant Rights at Lawyers for Human Rights
As we kick off the festive season with the long weekend, many of you will be locking your homes leaving them empty as you go on holiday or visit families in others areas or provinces. With crime in the country a serious concern, how can you ensure that you avoid break-ins while you are away? At the same time, in the unfortunate event that your home is broken into, do you have insurance and is it adequate? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Kabelo Paile – Insurance Risk Technical Manager at the South African Insurance Association
Guest: Mike Bolhuis - Specialist investigator: Serious violent and Economic Crimes
The South African Revenue Services will be implementing some tax changes from January next year. These relate to the filing of tax returns which must now be filed every year or there will be penalty imposed. Previously, penalties were imposed if more than one return was not filed. For more clarity on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof Keith Engel - correct title: ceo of the south african institute of taxation
We speak now to Gary Allemann who is MD at Master Data Management about how retailers can keep customer data safe this festive season. He says that many businesses make the mistake of focusing on having lots of data without having an adequate concern for its quality. What does he mean by that and how important is this data for both customer and retailer? How should retailers better utilise the data they collect about customers and also as consumers, how safe is our data in the hands of retailers?
Guest: Gary Allemann - MD at Master Data Management
As the year comes to an end, those who have money to spare and a heart to give are looking at ways to donate to worthy courses. Giving is the right thing to do especially after so many people being bashed by the lockdown. But before you do, Inyathelo, an NPO with a reputation for promoting, profiling and growing local giving has some tips on how to donate wisely this holiday season. What are some of the things they would like us to look at before parting with our hard-earned cash? To help us navigate this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Soraya Joonas – Financial Director at Inyathelo
On our Personal development feature this morning we talk to the CEO of Bonheur and Robusteel about his achievements. His company has just acquired the last remaining iron and steelmaking assets of Evraz Highveld Steel & Vanadium. This is big news as it is a strategic acquisition and restarting of South Africa’s second largest steel manufacturing facility, meaning a good step for the economy and job creation. Let’s take this opportunity to get to understand the difficulties faced by a CEO in driving a large institution and how they get to motivate themselves as they have hundreds of people at all levels depending on them for survival. We all know that being a leader is not an easy task especially under the current economic conditions. Let’s welcome now…
Guest: Selaelo Ramusi - CEO of Bonheur and Robusteel
We all know how good and bad this time of the year can be when it comes tospending. Come January we all sing the same song of being bankrupt. Well, thankfully Fintech Floatpays has launched a new savings product to help employees avoid this situation. It is targeted at employers with the aim for them to help their employees save ahead of January with interest. To help us understand how it works and how it can make us wiser on savings, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Triya Govender - Head of Marketing at Floatpays
Acting President David Mabuza is expected to meet with the Coronavirus Command Council today (Tuesday). The number of covid-19 cases continues to increase and there are fears that this could lead to stricter restrictions which businesses in various sectors have warned against. For more on the likely economic impact of tighter lockdown laws, we are joined by…
Guest: Duma Gqubule - Founding Director at the Centre for Economic Development and Transformation
The Southern African Resource Watch has called on the mining industry to implement human rights-based principles and adopt an attitude that seeks to ensure that community also benefit from projects. It says structures at various government levels have failed to protect communities from mining companies. The SARW is now working on a project titled the Development Finance for Community Environment and Justice Defenders in Southern Africa to encourage businesses to do business in the extractive sector in a way that protects human rights. To tell us more about this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: masutane modjadji - communications officer at the southern african resource watch
The Her Rights Initiative, together with the Women’s Resource Centre, wants redress for some 80 HIV positive women who were forcefully sterilised at public health facilities in the country. The organisation says government has taken no action yet, since a report by the Commission for Gender Equality was released last year. It also says President Cyril Ramaphosa must speak out against what they call “medical butchers” who conducted the procedures.
Guest: Sethembiso Promise Mthembu - Co-founder Her Rights Initiative
Experts say the best way for recovering alcohol and drug addicts as well as those dealing with conditions such as eating disorders, anxiety and depression is to be prepared so that they can avoid pitfalls of overindulgence and relapse. But how can they and their families survive this period which can be difficult? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Des Wilkinson – Clinical Psychologist at Riverview Manor
Human Rights Watch says the United Nations Human Rights Council must urgently probe abuses by both sides involved in the Tigrayan conflict in Ethiopia. It has revealed that Tigrayan forces have executed 49 civilians in the towns of Chenna and Kobo in the Amhara region in the past two months. The conflict in the Tigray region started in November last year when Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed ordered an attack on regional forces in retaliation for a strike on a base housing government troops. This following months of tension between Abiy and leaders of the Tigrayan People’s Liberation Front.
Guest: Laetitia Bader – Horn of Africa Director at Human Rights Watch
Learnerships have sometimes been criticized for not leading to meaningful employment for young people who make up the highest number of jobless people in the country. However, one company believes that learnerships do play a key role in creating work for the youth. That business is TransUnion. We are joined now by…
Guest: Avesh Singh – Head of TransUnion’s South Africa Global Capability Centre
We continue this morning with the conversation about how corporate South Africa can help end the scourge of gender-based violence. Marcel Korth is the coordinator of Anglo-American’s Living with Dignity Initiatives and she says failure to address problems that lead to violence is hampering efforts to end violence against women. Korth, who joins us on the line emphasizes that making boys and men part of the solution is important…
Guest: Marcel Korth - Coordinator of Anglo-American’s Living with Dignity Initiatives
The idea of mandatory vaccinations is slowing gaining the support from the South African public. This is according to University of Joburg and the Human Sciences Research Council Democracy Survey which shows that 54% of South African adults think employers should force employees to get vaccinated. The study also indicates that 51% support vaccine passports for entering certain public areas. For more on his we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Carin Runciman – Director: Centre for Social Change at the University of Joburg
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority has approved a third Pfizer covid-19 vaccine dose for those aged 18 and older. Preliminary studies show that three doses of this vaccine do help to neutralise the new omicron variant. So how is the booster shot going to work and who qualifies? Should South Africans be getting a booster shot when we are yet to meet the vaccination targets set by government? For more on this are joined on the line by …
Guest: Dr. Richard Lessels – Infectious diseases specialist at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
The fast-paced world where consumers need goods speedily often without having to leave their work or homes is giving rise to e-commerce. But what are the challenges and joys of running such as business, especially when you are a relatively new kid on the block? We speak to Nhlakanipho Shange who is theof Direct to You Marketplace about what makes his platform different.
Guest: Nhlakanipho Shange – CEO of DTY Marketplace
Getting good quality goods is important for our health and safety therefore quality control becomes vital to ensure that customers get goods that are fit for purpose. To talk more aboutthis, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lerato Magalo – Executive Manager: Technical Services at Agreement South Africa
Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke says the R166.8 billion could be higher than what has been recorded. She released the audit outcome for national and provincial government yesterday afternoon during a media briefing. Maluleke also says state-owned entities are struggling to get clean audits. But what needs to change at these SOEs for the situation to improve? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Bheki Mfeka – Director at SE Advisory
In what has led to a series of events in the last week, actress Amanda du Pont has revealed that she was raped by her former entertainer boyfriend Molemo ‘Jub Jub’ Maarohanye during their two-year relationship while du Pont was still a student. Maarohanye has denied the allegation. This has led to a conversation about what spousal or marital rape is. To unpack this form of rape we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lisa Vetten – Research Consultant on Gender-based violence and Urban Transformation Projects at the University of Johannesburg and gender activist
Guest: Advocate Victoria Balogun – Lecturer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s School of Law (VIA ZOOM)
Guest: Caroline Peters – Executive Director: Callas Foundation and member of the NGO ‘1000 Women’ which runs the #make time campaign calling on parents to make time and talk to boys about consent.
TheChairperson of the Local Organising Committee of the International Conference for HIV/AIDS and STIs in Africa says South Africa is implementing catch up programmes that will help people living with HIV/AIDS and TB to get back on treatment. Dr. Thembisile Xulu says covid-19 has derailed the HIV programme on the continent. Dr Xulu joins us now on the line as the conference enters its third day…
The Public Service Commission says government departments are failing to pay suppliers on time thereby negatively impacting on the sustainability of small businesses. The PSC released its quarterly bulletin for the three months July- September 2021 yesterday. It says government must pay if SMMEs are to survive during the current financial difficulties. The PSC also revealed that it registered nearly 400 complaints some of which were not properly referred. To help us make sense of the report we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Michael Seloane – Commissioner at the Public Service Commission
She once took her employer, the University of Cape Town, to court over issues of racism and now Professor Elelwani Ramugondo is tasked with transforming the institution. She has been appointed as Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Transformation. This is the first time that the position will be occupied by a black person. Ramugondo is a UCT alumni and has worked in different capacities over the years. So, how is she planning to change things for the better at UCT? She joins us now on the line…
Guest: ProfessorElelwani Ramugondo – Incoming Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Transformation at the University of Cape Town
Parliament has failed to pass the Constitutional Amendment Bill which would have seen the expropriation of land without compensation. The ANC managed to secure 200 votes and was supported by smaller parties such as the Al Jamah…but the other parties are not happy with the bill in its current form. What does this mean for the land reform project and where to from here? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Farai Mtero – Senior Researcher at the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies
The World Health Organization yesterday (Monday) called for a “massive, urgent” effort to get the new malaria vaccine into the arms of African children. This they said during their annual malaria report warning that that about 180,000 more people were dying annually from the disease than had previously been thought. Another scary revelation is that children in Africa were the hardest hit. Let’s speak now to someone who deals directly with malaria in the SADC region to find out how they interpret the latest report…
Guest: Sherwin Charles - Co-founder of Goodbye Malaria
Late last week the Johannesburg Metro Police made a huge bust in Midrand, not on drugs, but people waiting to be trafficked. An Ethiopian national was arrested and 33 of his countrymen who were victims waiting to be “distributed” to clients were rescued in Glen Austin. As if that’s not bad enough, we also have cases of parent who hire their babies out for R50 a day. Just how big is this problem of human trafficking in our country and why does it seem like authorities are not winning against it? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Captain Juanita Wright - The Salvation Army National Anti- Human Trafficking Coordinator
We are heading into the last few weeks of the year when we try to do everything that we haven’t done during the year. Many are asking if they will get a bonus and if you are lucky enough to get one, what should you do with it? Well, let’s allow Bryan to share some wisdom with the lucky ones….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Nomagugu Simelane says while HIV is no longer a death sentence, ignorance and stigma remain critical problems in fighting the disease. She was addressing the opening of the International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa in Durban. The weeklong Pan African programme brings together scientists, healthcare workers, people living with HIV and government leaders. At the last minute, organisers announced that the conference would take place virtually in light of increasing COVID-19 infections. To tell us more on this and also what the main concerns are when it comes to dealing with HIV and Aids, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sihle Zikalala – KZN Premier
Environmentalists continue to stage protests against oil and gas giant Shell as it prepares to start with its seismic survey which seeks to find offshore oil and gas reserves. The company was expected to start embarking on a five month study off the Wild Coast in the Eastern Cape last week but was taken to court. It has since been given the green light to start after the Makhanda High Court dismissed a case by environmentalist. However, another group is taking Shell to court over the same matter on the 14th of December. For more we are joined by...
Guest: Hloniphizwe Mtolo - Shell SA Country Chair
More and more universities are making vaccinations mandatory. Scores of universities including Rhodes University, the University of Joburg, the University of the Western Cape,Wits University and the University of the Free State have this policy in place while other are still consulting. Student bodies are encouraging vaccinations but say making it mandatory may not be the solution. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Ramneek Ahluwalia – CEO: Higher Health
Let’s tell you now about a campaign by the Imbumba Association for the Aged to create widespread public awareness about the Eastern Cape Department of Social Development’s (EC DSD) R56-million spending cut from NPO services providing social care. The Association is warning that the funds are supposed to help NPOs provide services for older persons, child protection services, people living with HIV and AIDS and persons with disabilities. To find out what some of the reasons are behind this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Noluntu Mlakalaka – Spokesperson for the Imbumba Association for the Aged
Health experts have appealed to members of the public to remain calm as the number of children admitted to hospital due to covid-19 infections continues to rise. These are mostly children under the age of five. The country has reported a sharp increase in covid-19 related infections with as much as 16 000 cases registered yesterday (Sunday) across the country. The rise is driven by the new omicron variant. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof Mignon McCulloch – Chairperson of the SA Paediatrician Association
Multi award winning musician Berita soothes au into the weekend today. The Zimbabwe-born musician is no stranger to the South African music scene having won a SAMA award. What has she been up to lately? She now joins us in studio to talk about her journey and her latest projects….
Guest: Berita (Gugulethu Khumalo) – Multi-award winning Afro-soul musician
Gauteng Premier David Makhura says he is concerned about the 8 million unvaccinated people in his province. He fears they are the ones who may fall prey to the newly discovered Covid-19 variant, Omicron, and may accelerate its spread. Makhura was briefing the media on the pandemic in the province and outlining government's plans to deal with the forth wave. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Thabo Masebe – Gauteng government spokesperson
The South African Association of Freight Forwarders and the Minerals Council South Africa are calling on government to address severe congestion at the Lebombo border post. They say that the cost to the trucking companies is running at R1.3bn in lost revenue so far this year. Many of our listeners who are truck drivers have been raising their frustrations at that border post. To give us an idea of the scope of the problem, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Gavin Kelly - CEO of the Road freight Association
As we conclude National Disability Awareness Month today (03 December), let’s tell you about a good initiative by the KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission. They have launched an Audio Description Initiative for the blind and the visually impaired. Today (Friday), they will be screening a myriad of Audio Described film at the KZN Film Commission Cinema. If you are a visually impaired person, what do you make of this initiative? To discuss this and what informed the decision, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Carol Coetzee – CEO of the KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission
Guest: Shakila Maharaj - Managing Director at ShazaCin Accessible Media
On Tuesday Bryan was answering questions on various financial topics when a voice note came in talking about black tax and how it impacts on one’s personal finances. This then attracted more responses including from other race groups who believe that this does not only apply to black people. Let’s take a listen to what the voice notes were saying….
Guest: Lorraine Sithole -Promoter of local books, writer, book festival curator as well as the founder of the 10 year old, Joburg based book club, BookWorms Book Club (Contributor to Niq Mhlongo’s book entitled: Black Tax: Burden or Ubuntu)
Guest: Phehello J. Mofokeng - Author of A Note to Taiwa (Contributor to Niq Mhlongo’s book entitled: Black Tax: Burden or Ubuntu)
Guest: Gerald Mwandiambira –CEO South African Savings Institute
We continue with our discussion with the Small Enterprise Development Agency. Today they are focusing on the Pitch For Funding initiative which they say is a way of affording entrepreneurs an opportunity to test their business ideas to find out if the idea is bankable or not and attractive to investors. Five businesses won the big prises and to explain to us how it works and how it went this year, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mr Colin Leshou - Acting Executive Manager: Seda Technology Programme
Guest: Tshidi Mokoma – Farmer and MD of RabbitVille (Winner)
Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi this week officially registered South Africa’s laws against GBV and harassment with the International Labour Organisation. Speaking during a press briefing, Minister Nxesi said that this will go a long way in dealing with the issue of women who are vulnerable to abuse pointing out that working women are mostly vulnerable in terms of their high employment rate and lower pay rates when they do find work. For a perspective on this and whether it will indeed protect women in the workplace, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Suzan Steinman - An Ashoka Fellow and international researcher and author in workplace violence. She is also Founder and Chair of the Workplace Dignity Institute
Today (Wed) the murder case against two former apartheid era police who are accused of bombing four Cosas members, Eustice Madikela, Ntshingo Mataboge, Fanyana Nhlapo and Zandisile Musi resumes in the Gauteng High Court. The interesting part about this caseis that prosecutors have included crimes against humanity charges against the accused for the first for the first time in South African history. We speak now to the older brother of Zandisile Musi who was the sole surviving member of the Cosas four about how the case is proceeding and what their views are as a family to the latest developments..
Guest: Mbulelo Musi – Spokesperson for the families seeking justice on the unresolved TRC cases and also older brother of Zandisile Musi.
In our shortened health feature this morning we get to understand the new COVID-19 Omicron variant which is said to be far more transmissible, compared to previous variants. What is it exactly and what should we as the public know about it? Also how different is it from what we know and how effective are the vaccinations against it?
Guest: Professor Thumbi Ndungu -Deputy Director at the African Health Research Institute
Focus: Scientists working with the government have predicted that a fourth wave of coronavirus infections could begin in December. As part of government’s efforts in this regard, the CSIR has developed a platform that monitors human mobility to better understand movement patterns across specific areas, such as virus hotspots, high-risk and vulnerable areas, as well as monitor lockdown compliance and the spread of the virus. To tell us how well the data tracking mobility of the CSIR is tracking the looming COVID-19 fourth wave, we are joined by..
Guest(OB Point): Dr Jabu Mtsweni, Head of the Cyber and Information Security Centre
A few months ago, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), authorised local biotechnology company, CapeBio to locally manufacture rapid Covid-19 PCR test kit. The development has been described as the most important achievement for South Africa, as this kit will contribute towards reducing reliance on imports, while making it easier for the country and the rest of the continent to have speedy access to test kits. To tell us more on this crucial development and how it will help in dealing with the pandemic, we are joined in our make-shift studio by…
Guest(OB point): Mr Daniel Ndima - CEO of CapeBio
As we mark World Aids Day today (Wed), we turn our attention to where we are currently in terms of treatment and awareness.Some experts say thatthe Covid-19 pandemic has overshadowed the fight against HIV and aids. The disease has been with us for many years, what has changed since and what is out attitude around it? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Pholokgolo Ramothwala – Technical Advisor at the South African National Aids Council
We’re broadcasting live from CSIR International Convention Centre where the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) is hosting this year's Science Forum South Africa. To find out why this event is important and what sort of work are our scientists busy with, we are joined in our make-shift studio by..
Guest(OB point):Dr Phil Mjwara - Director General of the Department of Science and Innovation
The country has been facing a lot of water shortages with authorities blaming all sorts of things except themselves. In some municipalities it’s the question of poor service delivery while some blame residents for wasting water. Let’s use this time now to try and understand where the problem of the water crisis lies as we welcome….
Guest: Prof Mike Muller - Visiting adjunct professor at the Wits School of Governance
Guest: Gundo Maswime – Lecturer in the University of Cape Town’s civil engineering department
As it is the last Tuesday of the month, this programme is always devoted to answering questions that have been submitted to me during the month. I pick out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them on the last Tuesday of the month.
Guest:Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
A survey by PPS has revealed that the majority of tertiary students are concerned about the country’s future over the next five years due to prevalent corruption, soaring unemployment and the economic devastation caused by COVID-19. But the interesting thing according to our guest is that many of them choose to see the silver lining and are determined to grab the opportunities presented by these challenges. To talk more on the survey and what we should read into it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Motshabi Nomvethe - Head of Technical Marketing at PPS
On our personal development feature this morning we look at what makes certain companies desirable to work for. Employer branding agency Universum Global has named some of the country’s most attractive employers. What is it they are doing right to be attractive to prospective jobseekers? Also me as a jobseeker, how do I make myself fit that company’s brand? To talk to us on this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Pabi Mogosetsi – Employer Branding Advisor and Country Manager for Universum South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa last night expressed his dissatisfactiontravel bans against South Africa and other African countries have been instituted by the US, the UK, Canada, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Brazil and Mauritius. He said that there was no scientific proof that led to these countries taking the upsetting decision. Let’s take a listen to what he said….
Guest: Dr Unathi Sonwabile Henama – Tourism lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology
Let’s speak now to Adv Tseliso Thipanyane about the National Action Plan to combat xenophobia racism, and discrimination. This plan was launched in 2019 as an important step towards addressing the widespread human rights abuses arising from xenophobic and gender-based violence and discrimination that continue to plague South Africa. We talk to him today about the progress report on the implementation of the plan since it was approved by cabinet and to find out where we are today and how should we as South Africans view this plan….
Guest: Adv. Tseliso Thipanyane - CEO of the Human Rights Commission
Mining unions are worried about the impact the lockdown is having on their sector and also the vaccination campaign in dealing with the pandemic. One of the things they highlight the value chain and how it affects the overall economy. To talk to us on this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Phillip Vilakazi – Deputy President of the National Union of Mineworkers
A total of R11-billion in new funding has been allocated by National Treasury for the next phase of the Presidential Employment Stimulus in the 2021/22 financial year. Part of its aim is to support community-based organisations to create employment at greater scale, on terms that contribute to the common good – often building on their existing efforts. This is part of building a ‘whole of society’ approach to tackling our unemployment challenge. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Kate Phillip - Programme lead - Presidential Employment Stimulus at the Industrial Development Corporation
Our guest for today is described as someone who has an elegant yet edgy style of performance, smooth and distinct. He digs deep into his soul and approaches each song with a truth and sincerity that is refreshing.Well, let’s find out for ourselves as to who Sfiso Khanyile is and what his musical journey entails…
Guest: Sfiso Khanyile – Singer and song writer
Sadly it’s that time of the year where the world observes 16-days of activism against the abuse of women of children. We turn our focus on a partnership between 1st For Women and the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation aimed at putting pressure on policymakers for accountability and the implementation of the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide. As far as they are concerned, what issues are still not being resolved when it comes to how government is dealing with the scourge of GBV and femicide? To talk more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Masibulele Buso – MD of the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation
Let’s tell you now about the three bills passed by government recently which are aimed at bringing justice to victims of GBV and femicide. The seek to address some of the issues raised by women who marched on the 1st of August in 2018 against the gender-based violence which has plagued the country and to educate us on these bills and also find out what difference they are expected to bring, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Praveena Sukhraj-Ely - Director: promotion of the Rights of Vulnerable Groups in the National Department of Justice and Constitutional Development
Communications Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni is today (Friday) officially switching off the last transmitter in the Northern Cape to mark the successful digital migration of the province. Earlier in the week she said that the country is firmly on the path of Broadcast Digital Migration and also that government is committed to meeting the 31 March 2022 deadline. To give us a sense of where we are when it comes to digital migration and what the switch off in the Northern Cape means, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Mlamli Booi - CEO of Sentech
The organisation Fetola says building the circular economy which involves recycling could boost the economy as it contributes to the GDP. It says sustainability makes good business sense. It has now developed accelerator focused on this economy. For more on what this is and how it will work we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Catherine Wijnberg – Founder and CEO of Fetola
A research article published recently in the Women’s Report by Stellenbosch University Business School states that it will take much more than the law to change perceptions that women’s paid work is less important than what they do at home. It says the country needs a growing economy in order to create more jobs. Women formed a large group of people who lost jobs during the covid-19 lockdown. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Abigail Butcher – Contributor to the Women’s Report and Employment Associate at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyer
Today in the SMME feature we speak to the Small Enterprise Development Agency about the work they do. The organisation’s role is to implement government’s strategies for this sector. For more on how they assist small to medium businesses we are joined by…
Guest: Nomso Kana – Deputy Chairperson of the SEDA Board
The University of Cape Town’s academic enterprise is now being managed entirely by females. This follows the appointment of Professor Elelwani Ramugondo as Vice-Chancellor: Transformation. The University says this and other appointments show its commitment to transformation and excellence.
Guest: Professor Mamokethi Phakeng – Vice Chancellor: University of Cape Town
Bloem Water has confirmed it has received a 20-million- rand from the Mangaung Metro Municipality in the Free State as part payment of the 270-million-rand debt that the metro owes. The water-utility imposed supply restrictions on Mangaung due to non-payment. The embattled municipality failed to keep up with its monthly instalment as agreed in a December 2020 settlement. To find out what the latest is regarding the payments and also how the municipality is providing water for its residents, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sello More- Acting City Manager: Mangaung Metro
Professor of vaccinology at Wits University Shabir Madhi says they will only know whether the country is approaching the fourth wave of coronavirus infections if the positivity rate reaches more than ten per cent for two consecutive weeks. Earlier the National Institute for Communicable Diseases said the coronavirus positivity rate had increased yet again to three-point-four per cent. There has been a steady increase in the rate - which is a measure of whether the spread of the virus is under control. To speak now about what it is we should know and how…
Guest: Dr. Lesley Bamford – Covid-19 Team Leader and Chief Director for the Child HealthProgramme at the National Department of Health
Yesterday (Tuesday), the South African United Business Confederation in collaboration with The Joe Slovo Foundation, the UJ and other partners held virtual conference on Gender Based Violence and its impact on the economy. Our guest says that employers of survivors and victims can no longer leave the GBV problem to civil society groups and the police. What would she like to see employers do in dealing with the scourge?
Guest: Jacki Mpondo-Hendricks - Chief executive officer of the South African United Business Confederation
Bullying in schools has come under the spotlight once again after a grade 10 learner at Bisho High School committed suicide due to alleged victimization by other learners. Lathitha Nako allegedly swallowed pesticide and died in hospital last Wednesday. Parents and learners picketed outside the school on Monday demanding that the Department of Education take action. What policies are in place to deal with this situation in schools and are teachers empowered enough to assist learners? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Stanley Malematja – Attorney at the Centre for Child Law
Political parties have until today to finish coalition talks. So we thought to use the opportunity to talk to the South African Local Government Association about how they will ensure that coalitions are managed to avoid disruptions. What lessons were learnt in recent years and what are they expecting this time around? To help us on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Lance Joel – COO at SALGA
Guest: Adv Jennica Beukes – Public Law Specialist and Doctoral Researcher at the Dullah Omar Institute at UWC
Guest: Michael Evans - an attorney at Webber Wentzel who has been involved in local government legal work since 1994.
Lynne du Toit has made South Africa proud by being recognised internationally out of seven CEOs of pharmaceutical companies from across the world. She has been singled out for her vision on what the future of cancer treatment in the country should look like. She joins us now on the line to talk about her achievement and also being a leader of an internationally recognised pharmaceutical company and the challenges that come with it….
Guest: Lynne Du Toit – CEO of Eurolab
Numerous times during the day a report is given on the markets which includes the Rand value. Most individuals don’t think that they are affected by this news. Bryan Hirsch is going to make sense of all of this and how it affects us….
Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
It has emerged that former journalist Edwin Ntshidi has been sworn-in as PR councillor for Action SA in the City of Johannesburg when he had been reporting on local government elections for talk radio station 702's Eyewitness News. He tendered his resignation on the 7th of November. This has raised concern about issues of ethics. The Press Code clearly states that journalists shall not be involved in activities that create conflict of interest. For more on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Mahlatse Mahlase – Editor in-chief at Eye Witness News
The coalition between the ANC and ICOSA at Kannaland in the Little Karoo has come under fire. This, after concerns were raised about the mayor and deputy mayor's criminal records. During Kannaland's inaugural council meeting on Tuesday last week, ICOSA President Jeffrey Donson was re-elected mayor, the former Speaker Werner Meshoa, also from ICOSA, was elected deputy mayor and the ANC's Nicolaas Valentyn as Speaker. The DA's Shadow Minister of Cooperative Governance, Cilliers Brink, says they agree with child rights organisations and other parties calling for the removal of Donson and Meshoa from their positions...
Guest: Dawid Kamfer - Leader of ICOSA in the Western Cape
Guest: Christina Nomdo – Western Cape Commissioner for Children
The Special Investigating Unit says it is on track to recovering monies involved in the PPE cases. They go on to say that they have filed at least 50 civil cases with the Special Tribunal, to the value of R6.9 billion. To give us a sense of where things are at the moment, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Kaizer Kganyago – Spokesperson for the Special Investigating Unit
Police minister Bheki Cele says majority of the two-thousand kidnapping cases reported to police between July and September this year, were hijacking related followed by robbery and rape-related incidents. There has been a spate of kidnappings in the country recently with the latest being that of the four Moti brothers who were successfully reunited with their family and the alleged kidnapping of a Grade five female learner in Mayfair in Johannesburg. Cele was presenting the second quarter crime stats for the period July to September this year
Guest: Richard Brussow – Director of the National Hijack Prevention Academy
We speak now to Arnoux Maré Managing Director of Innovative Learning Solutions who is of the view that government’s crackdown on illegal foreign drivers has come a bit too late. He goes on to say that it’s high time that government reviewed its migration and license policies, especially in the transport sector. He also says that businesses need to take more responsibility for investing in training their truck drivers. He joins us now on the line to share his views on the issue….
Guest: Arnoux Maré - Managing Director of Innovative Learning Solutions
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala has called on traditional leaders not to be complicit in the crimes against women and children. Traditional leaders are often criticized for running kangaroo courts which facilitate that victims of gender-based violence be paid compensation. KwaZulu-Natal government held an international Men's Day commemoration at Mbumbulu, South of Durban. Nonkululeko Hlophe reports…
Guest: Dr. Nomagugu Ngobese - Founder of the Nomkhubulwane Culture and Youth Development Organisation
Brenda Mtambo is one of those artists who make it very difficult to choose a favourite track as all her songs are just divine.She now joins us in studio to talk about her journey and what she’s busy with lately….
Guest(Studio): Brenda Mtambo - Afro soul artist and award-winning vocalist
Today being Friday, many of us are looking for some freedom from work in order to recover and get some rest and forget a bit about work. But then you have those bosses who will call you beyond office hours when you really don’t want to hear about work and so on. Well Portugal has just made it illegal for bosses to call or text their employees beyond work hours. Is this something that can maybe work in South Africa? What are your views on the subject? Would you be happy with such a law? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Siphile Hlwatika – Associate at ENSAfrica’s Employment Department specialising in Employment Law
The IEC yesterday (Thursday) released their political party funding report which revealed that the various funders of political parties. From the Oppenheimer family to the Patrice Motsepe’s donations which run into millions. This was for this year’s local government elections. These donations are revealed under the Section 9(3) of the Political Party Funding Act 6 of 2018 and its supporting regulations which require all registered political parties to disclose donations above the R100 000 threshold to the Electoral Commission. How does this help the electorate? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: George Mahlangu – Deputy Chief Electoral for Political Party Funding
As a regular listener of this show you will know how we’ve been focus a lot on the state of our municipalities and speaking to those running them. Well, yesterday (Thursday) the Human Sciences Research Council released their public officials skills and capacity study which was conducted between 2019 and 2021 across eight municipalities. One of the findings is that municipalities in rural areas are the most inefficient when it comes to service delivery. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Joleen Steyn Kotze – Senior Research Specialist: Democracy and Citizenship in the Developmental, Capable, Ethical State research programme in the Human Science Research Council
The Independent Police Investigative Directorate, IPID says it's investigating a discharge of firearm case, after a suspect was shot and injured, allegedly by police at a lodge in Muldersdrift outside Krugersdorp over the weekend. It's understood that the victim who was allegedly armed, was causing trouble with the lodge staff when police were called to assist. Video footage on social media, shows the guest cocking his firearm and grabbing a firearm from a female officer, before allegedly being shot in the head by one of the officers. Our guest who is a former police officer says he would have also shot the suspect if he was in that situation. To get first hand of what it’s like for a police office in situations like that, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Brad Nathanson – Former police officer and current Owner of Brad Nathanson Investigations
South African businesses are failing to meet regulatory targets for the employment of people with disabilities. That’s according to a study co-authored by Dr Armand Bam, who is Head of Social Impact at the University of Stellenbosch Business School. He goes on to say that Rather than focusing on legislative compliance and regulatory targets, employers need to re-think how they define inclusion and provide an enabling working environment that supports disabled people’s integration and productivity from day one. He now joins us on the line to elaborate on the findings….
Guest: Dr Armand Bam - Head of Social Impact at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
As we are all trying to pull ourselves together after a hard period of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Government Employees Medical Scheme recently held a Mental Health Summit for the SAPS, also touching on other government departments. As we are about to wrap the year they would like to explain how people can utilise medical aid resources and some public sector services to ensure overall health and wellness. Also what are their observations when it comes to mental fatigue especially for government employees since the start of the pandemic? To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Stanley Moloabi - Principal Officer at the Government Employees Medical Scheme
Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter got many people talking when he said the media should stop referring to load-shedding as blackout. Let’s take a listen to what he said and how he justifies the difference….
Guest: Siphamandla Masimula – Secretary-general of the Independent Labour and Allied Workers Union
Franchising has become an attractive form of starting a business as the reasoning is that the sales are carried by the brand that is already established in the market. But experts are warning that it’s not as easy as it’s made to be. What is it then that one needs to look out for before considering buying into a franchise? Our guest has 10 things they’ve listed for you to know…..
Guest: Grant Smee - Managing Director of the Only Realty property franchise
November being Men’s Health Awareness Month, we turn our focus on colon and prostate cancer. According to medical practitioners, the two cancers are the most common among males. To find out why and when is the right time for men to go for check-ups, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Gulzar Malik – Clinical and Radiation Oncologist
Latest research by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority and the South African Police Service has revealed that the country’s private security sector is increasing fast and reaching the level the official police force. Reasons differ as to why this is happening with some saying people have lost faith in the police while some attribute it to more wealthier communities opting to have their own security. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Chris de Kock – Independent crime and violence analyst and former head of the SAPS Crime Information Analysis Centre
We speak now to Ann Bernstein from the Centre for Development and Enterprises who says that localisation will not solve the country’s economic challenges. She goes on to say that the benefits of localisation policies are concentrated among a few firms.To discuss this further and what she would say the solutions are, she now joins us on the line..
Guest: Ann Bernstein - Head of the Centre for Development & Enterprise
Hundreds of workers are facing a bleak future after being dismissed for engaging in an illegal strike at the Steve Tshwete Local Municipality in Mpumalanga. The stand-off started when workers accused some senior managers of corruption. The strike went on for three months affecting service delivery. Interventions by a number of stakeholders to try and resolve the matter were apparently unsuccessful. Now 500 people have lost their jobs. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Advocate Bheki Khenisa – Municipal Manager at Steve Tshwete Local Municipality
Guest: Kgosi Makwati – Representative of the striking workers
Auditor General Tsakani Maluleke says the accounting and auditing industry needs a revamp. The sector came under fire several years ago following fraud and corruption scandals involving some of the big accounting firms. Maluleke has called on the industry to take responsibility for the wrongs and find ways to self-correct. She was addressing the Southern African Institute of Government Auditors' annual conference, which is being held virtually. Nothando Magudulela reports...
Guest: Russel Morena - CEO of the Southern African Institute of Government Auditors
For some positivity this morning we speak to Amonge Sinxoto about her latest achievement and what it means for her. She is a young social activist who has been chosen by Eco-Age to be part of The Renaissance Awards film and be a recipient of the prestigious Renaissance Award for Socially Just. What has she done to attract this award and what positive message is she spreading to young people?
Guest: Amonge Sinxoto – Co-founder of Blackboard Africa and social activist
More and more South Africans are struggling with debt. The hike in food and petrol prices has been a major contributing factor to this situation. A study by the National Credit Regulator shows that consumers were likely to use credit cards which carry high interest as they try to make ends meet. Today, Bryan Hirsch will be talking about how to manage debt and how to approach a debt councillor.
GUEST(CTN): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
As you’ve heard over the weekend that FW De Klerk’sfuneral will take place this coming Sunday the 21st of November. Today we use this opportunity to look at whether the anger that was displayed locally and internationally at his passing was justified? Families of victims feel that he’s taking so many secretes with him to the grave. Let’s listen to a bit of what Lukhanyo Calata, son of murdered activist Fort Calata who was part of the Cradock Four, had to say while speaking to Francis Herd…
Guest: Dr Mamphele Ramphele - Co-founder of ReimagineSA
Guest: Tshepo Matseba – MD at Reputation 1st, a boutique strategic communication and reputation management consultancy
Guest: Dr. Saths Cooper-President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
Guest: Mondli Makhanya – Editor In-chief for City Press
Research by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research has showed that load-shedding under De Ruyter has been the worst South Africa has ever seen. Over the weekend, Finance minister Enoch Godongwana expressed concern at state of Eskom. The big question remains over whether to remove De Ruyter and what will it solve? To help us answer this question
Guest: Professor Sampson Mamphweli - Director at the centre for renewable and sustainable energy studies at the University of Stellenbosch
Stats SA’s latest report has revealed that KwaZulu-Natal remains the only province which delays in registering birth. According to South African law, all births must be registered within 30 days from the date birth. To find out how this is causing complications at Home Affairs and also how the problem can be solved
Guest: Thomas Sigama – Deputy Director General responsible for Civic Services at Department of Home Affairs
Guest: Mbonisi Nyathi - Legal Researcher at theChildren’s Institute
Trade union federation, Cosatu iscalling for the introduction of new wealth taxes in the country. They were commenting at the back of Finance Minister Enoch Godogwana’s maiden Medium Term Budget Policy Statement last week. They would like the focus to be on people who earn over R1.5 million per year. To tell us about some of the reasons behind the call, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Matthew Parks - COSATU’s Parliamentary Coordinator
After dealing with the politics of this country, loadsheding and budget speech reaction, nothing can sooth our hearts and spirits like Wouter Kellerman’s music.He has a new offering and has been keeping very busy performing internationally. He now joins us via Skype to blow us into the weekend..
Guest: Wouter Kellerman – South African Grammy winner
Tributes continue to pour in for South Africa's last Apartheid president, FW De Klerk. He died this morning at his home in Fresnaye in Cape Town at the age of 85. De Klerk was diagnosed with mesothelioma cancer earlier this year and has died of complications, as a result. De Klerk spent the last few years of his life having to field questions from where ever he spoke about his role in apartheid atrocities. Let’s listen to him answering a question from a student at the Oxford Union titled where he was asked about the TCR process….
Guest: Father Michael Lapsley – Anti-apartheid activist
The SA SMME Forum says that it is disappointed at what they term as “a backsliding, lacklustre” medium-term budget speech delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana yesterday. They go on to say that there’s very little to be excited about.
Guest: Tebogo Khaas - President of the SA SMME Forum
The NYDA is one of those organisations that have been criticised over the years by young people. It was meant to help improve the lives of young people in terms of entrepreneurship and other challenges they are facing. Well, they have a new chairperson who is the first female to occupy the position. What new thing is she hoping to bring and how will she turn the organisation’s reputation around?
Guest: Asanda Luwaca – Newly appointed chairperson of the National Youth Development Agency
We speak now to Janet Jobson, acting CEO of the DG Murray Trust. They are of the view that our solution to equality is on investing more on early childhood development. The other sad reality they say is that many children in South Africa, who are deprived of a quality early childhood development opportunity, later falter in school and eventually drop out. What according to her is the most practical way to invest in this sector?
Guest: Senzo Hlophe –Innovative Director of the “All Children On Track Portfolio” at the DGMurray Trust
The effects of the Covid-19 pandemic continue to show how hard the economy has been hit. The SMME sector is trying very hard to make a comeback, but finances are still a problem for many. This has opened the market for alternative lending which can help those who may need funding not just to rebuild, but also to grow their businesses. But as an entrepreneur, what should one be looking out for when dealing with alternative lenders as there are so many offering these services?
Guest: Ryan Cohen - Co-founder and Chief Relationship officer at Merchant Capital
NGO’s are keeping a keen eye on Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana this afternoon as he delivers his maiden Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement. Unions are calling on him to abandon government's current fiscal policy of severe budget cuts in social spending. On the other hand Government is proposing a family grant to replace the Covid Social Relief of Distress grant. Economists are asking where the money will come from and whether these grants are sustainable. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nathan Tylor – Research Associate at the Institute for Economic Justice
Bladder infections can cause great discomfort to those who are infected. They are said to be the most common type of urinary tract infections and doctor emphasize that treatment should be sought speedily. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Kent Pluke – Specialist urologist from the University of Cape in private practise at Melomed Tokai
The management of power utility Eskom insists that it will not resign. This, despite calls by labour and business following weeks of loadshedding. The company held a media briefing yesterday where its CEO Andre Ruyter apologised to the public and business community but also called on municipalities to cooperate with Eskom. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Elias Monage – President Black Business Council
A new study by research company Ipsos shows that the battle against illicit cigarette trade is far from over. This was the fourth such investigations by the company in 2021. The study shows that such cigarettes are available at more than 4500 shops around the country. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Zacharia Motsumi – Spokesperson for the SA Tobacco Transformation Alliance
With so many babies and children abandoned as well as couples struggling to conceive, adoption can be a good option. But some have raised concerns due to cultural and religious beliefs. But people like out next guest have found it to be a fulfilling experience.
Guest: Thabitha Dolamo- Adoptive mother and businesswoman
As municipalities are starting afresh under new leadership after the local government elections, we speak now to some of the community forums to get their reflections on the outcomes. In some communities, the very parties they were protesting against are the ones they voted back while in other areas communities started their own parties. Let’s find out now from them as we welcome…
Guest: Samuel Mthembu – General Secretary of the Metsimaholo Community Association
Guest: Makalakatje Phasha – Chairperson of the Sekhukhune Residents Forum
Guest: Lungile Mxube - Interim convenor for the Makana Citizens Front (He is one of the community activists who took court action against the Makana Municipality leading to its dissolution)
Following on from last week’s programme with the petrol price increasing and interest rates likely to rise sooner than we would have liked. Bryan picks up on what consumers should be doing to make their monthly income last longer….
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Our guest today takes us through 17 tips of becoming a better leader. She describes leadership as that thing you have to do, even when you don’t feel like it. Having been in the communications business for 17 years, she’s going to share with us what she learnt over these years. Let’s welcome…
Guest: Tara Turkington - CEO of Flow Communications
Yesterday (Monday) we spoke to NUM’s Kangela Baloyi on the phasing out of coal as part of the energy mix. So yesterday, the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union, AMCU wrote an open letter to Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe highlighting how unfair the coal deal is to South Africa and the fact that it is too early for us as a country to compare ourselves to industrialised countries. Well, to find out more about the other issues they are raising, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Joseph Mathunjwa – President of AMCU
Today (8th of November) is National STEM day which is an international initiative highlighting the importance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The aim is to encourage young people to advance in these fields which will their chances of employment and skills for the country. Last year the latest findings of the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study revealed that South African learners are still scoring low on the international mathematics and science scale. What can we attribute this problem to and how do we fix it? To help us navigate this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Crispian Lees - A qualified Engineer, AP Mathematics Educator, Physical Science Educator & Head of Education at Advantage Learn
Tens of thousands of Ethiopians yesterday (Sunday) rallied in the capital Addis Ababa in support of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's government. Some were raising their opposition to the United States involvement. Forces loyal to the Tigray People's Liberation Front have threatened to march on the capital prompting a state of emergency. Commentators say that if the Tigray People's Liberation Front does reach the capital, it will destabilize the region. Let’s first listen to this report by the BBC’s Ashley Lime….
Guest: Sara Kimani – SABC’s East Africa correspondent (She will give us the latest and regional reaction)
Guest: Professor Mammo Muchie - Pan African scholar and analyst also Research Professor on Innovation studies at Tshwane University of Technology
As South Africa is battling to deal with its energy problem, news from Glasgow where the Cop26 climate talks are taking place is that the world is pushing phase out the use of coal. Pretoria has welcomed the deal as it will receive $b.5 billion to help it stop its reliance on coal. But what about the job losses in the coal mines? To get a union’s perspective on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Khangela Baloyi – NUM’s Energy Sector Coordinator
Local government elections are done and dusted, now the focus is on the country’s finances. Finance minister Enoch Godongwana’s is expected to table his maiden medium-term budget policy statement on Thursday. Some commentators are asking whether he will keep to Tito Mboweni’s policies. Some reports last week said that he may propose that Covid-19 social relief of distress grant be terminated and replaced with a “family grant”. To look at what we can expect from him and whether he has enough to deal with some of the country’s problems, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Isiaah Mhlanga – Chief Economist at Alexander Forbes
Over the weekend, some of the opposition party leaders were turning their back on any possibility of working with the ANC and coalition governance. Interestingly, they started talking about the race for 2024 openly declaring that their parties are aiming to rule then. Looking back to the performance of the individual candidates, is it encouraging for 2024 and could we really see the ANC out of power? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dirk Kotze – Professor of Politics at UNISA
We wrap up the show now with one of not just South Africa, but Africa’s greatest musicians of all time. Umqombothi is still one of her biggest hit across the continent. What has she been up to and what is she busy with these days?
Guest: Yvonne Chaka Chaka – South African legendary musician
Dr Pali Lehohla gives his reflections on the outcomes of the elections. He wrote an article before voting day reminding South Africans of what to consider when casting your vote. Now that the final results have been announced, what are his views about the outcomes and also what message would he say was sent out by voters seeing that many parties did not get a majority outcome?
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla – Former Statistician General
Exiting news in the world of science is the discovery of partial remains of a Homo Naledi child’s skull and teeth. The discovery was made on a limestone shelf deep within the Rising Star cave system. This is the same area where the first Homo Naledi remains were discovered a few tears ago. To find out what this discovery means and what it teaches us about the origins of humans, we are joined on the line by
Guest: Prof Lee Berger -Professor in Palaeoanthropology at Wits University
Let’s look at ourselves as the media in terms of how we covered the elections. Compared to over the years, did the media reflect a true picture of what was happening on the ground?As a citizen of the country, are you happy at how the stories were brought to you? To give us a sense, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nomshado Lubisi – Head of Communications at Media Monitoring Africa
As we start National Disability Month, we use the last hour of the show to talk about some of the difficulties this community is facing. As we built up to the elections, some even pointed out that many political party manifestos said very little about issues of disability. 27 years into our democracy, many people living with disabilities feel excluded from education, workplace and other entities. Where could we point the problem to and how can it be fixed? To discuss this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Phuti Mabelebele – Chief Director: Rights of Persons with Disabilities in the Department of Women youth and Persons with Disabilities
Guest: Dannie Marais – Senior Manager at the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities
Guest: Dylan Mashele – Public Relations Officer and Communications support for theNational Council of and for Persons with Disabilities
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MAGIC NKWASHU - INDEPENDENT DISABILITY ANALYST AND HUMAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST
Biodata has become the firstSouth African company to receive approval to conduct an observational research trial which they say is aimed at uncovering the opportunity to replace opioids with medical cannabis in the management of chronic pain. Now if you remember how much of a debate medical cannabis was in parliament for many years. To help us understand what this trial means and also how it will help with managing chronic pain, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Shiksha Gallow - Medical Director and CEO at Biodata and the Principal Investigator of the study
As SMMEs are still battling to get back on their feet after the hard lockdown period, our guest say that they should consider utilising third-party service providers. He goes on to say that the lock down presents an opportunity for organisations to streamline their processes and delegate to independent providers whatever functions fall outside of their core business ambit. To talk more on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Arnoux Maré – Managing Director at Innovative Staffing Solutions
Most of the political parties contesting the elections are now coalition with each other. They have indicated willingness to talk. The ANC on the other hand has appointed a coalition task team headed by former minister Jeff Radebe.What can we read into this and is it not a betrayal to the electorate? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Mcebisi Ndletyana – Political Analyst at the University of Johannesburg
Let’s focus now on epilepsy. According to medical journals, it is a central nervous system disorder in which brain activity becomes abnormal. This then leads to seizures or periods of unusual behaviour. Sadly though, medical experts say that it can affect anyone regardless of gender or race. Looks look at the main causes and whether there are preventative measures to deal with it as we welcome..
Guest: Professor Girish Modi - Neurologist and Chief Specialist in the Neurosciences Department at Wits University
With all focus on the outcomes of the local government elections, we now talk about people losing trust in government.Some of the revelations that came out as we were building toward the election is how people were disgruntled by promises made by government and the lack of service delivery. Another issue that was raise is the unfinished projects where monies were spent with no benefit to the citizens. What has led to people feeling the way they feel and also government just not carrying about providing the much needed services? To help us navigate this subject, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Michael Sutcliff – Former City Manager of the eThekwini Municipality and former chairperson of the Municipal Demarcation Board and currently director of City Insight
Throughout yesterday, the ANC and the DA were neck to neck in the hotly contested Nelson Mandela Bay. The party was said to have picked up some key wards in the area. As the results are still coming in, let’s take a look now at the dynamics of the Nelson Mandela Bay and why the ANC seems to be doing well in the Eastern Cape…
Guest: Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast – Senior Lecturer in history and politics at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Last week being the last Tuesday of the month, the feature is always devoted to answering questions that have been submitted to Bryan during the month. This is where he picks out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them. But remember that you can still ask other financially related questions…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Often the question is asked about why people keep voting for the same parties with the hope that their lives will change. For our personal development feature today, we look at the subject of hope. What is hope and why do voters keep hoping for a different outcome even when they vote for the same people? What is hope exactly and is it a good thing to base one’s life on? To help us understand this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sechaba Motsieloa – Chairman at the Da Vinci Institute Council
Let’s kick off the show by talking about the Municipal Structures Amendment Act. It is hailed as something that will ensuring newly elected officials are held accountable during their term of office. According to researchers, one of the things it’s aimed at doing is to empower the municipal council speaker with additional functions to ensure that the council effectively fulfils its various responsibilities. To help us understand this Act, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Prof Jaap de Visser – Director at the Dullah Omar Institute at the University of the Western Cape
It appears that coalition governments are the future as political parties struggle to get a clear majority at local government level. Analysts warn that all indications are that even after today’s election, parties will be forced to co-govern as was the case previously. However, these arrangements have often gone wrong in many municipalities. The emergence of scores of new parties has also complicated the situation. So, how can parties manage coalition governments such that citizens are not denied access to basic services due to battles among the different parties? What are the alternatives? For more on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Bheki Mngomezulu - Professor of Political Science and Deputy Dean of Research at the University of the Western Cape
Guest: Dr. Lubna Nadvi - Political Scientist and analyst at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
Guest: Grant Masterson - Head of Programmes at the Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa
Some of you might have gone voting already. But what happens now that you’ve put that cross on the ballot paper? What does your vote translate to and most importantly, how do you hold the person or party you voted for accountable? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sheilan Clarke – Communications Officer at My Vote Counts
Today marks the start of Domestic Worker Week which is used to highlight the plight of these important yet vulnerable workers.In South Africa all workers are protected by the law, however, this particular group, often isolated, does not always enjoy these rights. They were also not spared by the devastating impact of covid-19 with hundreds having lost their jobs. President Cyril Ramaphosa who addressed a Cosatu event last week said that efforts are underway to ensure that the minimum wage of domestic workers is increased. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Pinky Mashiane – Co-Founder of the United Domestic Workers of South Africa
Political Economy analyst Daniel Silke has warned that today’s elections could change the status quo. He says it is very difficult to predict which way people will vote and says the situation will likely be messy leading to smaller parties being kingmakers. Silke has also warned of a low turnout. For more on his reflections, he joins us now on the line…
Guest: Daniel Silke – Political Economy analyst
The four Moti brothers who were kidnapped last week in Polokwane, Limpopo are yet to be found. They were dragged out of a vehicle being used to take them to school by a group of armed men. Their driver was unharmed. The boys are aged between 6 and 15. In a recent incident…A three-year old boy was kidnapped in Bainsvlei in the Free State ON Monday also by men carrying arms who are said to have been looking for his father. This has brought the plight of missing children under the spotlight. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Bianca Aswegen – National Coordinator for Missing Children South Africa
Those in the townships and soccer supporters would know our guest better. In the prime days of apartheid, she will be performing in the township. She was given the name Thandeka because people just loved her so much. She’s one of those legendary musicians who knows how to work a live crowd at a festival leaving you with no choice, but to dance…
Guest: PJ Powers – South African legendary musician
Higher Education minister, Blade Nzimande, says applications for National Student Financial Aid Scheme season for 2022 are open from the second of November to the seventh of January. Dr. Nzimande says funding to universities and TVET colleges has increased from 20-billion rand in 2018 to 42 billion rand this year. He says the system has been improved to minimise delays and speed up the process of allocating funds to deserving students. To answer some of the questions you may have, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Kagiso Mamabolo – Spokesperson for NSFAS
Experts are calling on parents to do their best to support their children during exam times particularly at matriculants. Thousands of learners started their final year assessments yesterday. Psychologists say parents must create a conducive environment for studying. So, what can parents do to assist their children? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Jogini Packery - Counselling Psychologist and Head of Campus at the South African College of Applied Psychology SACAP
With just a few days to go before the elections, research company Ipsos says it is expecting a low turnout which will be dominates by the elderly. This despite calls for young people to go to the polls in their numbers. The company says it expects only 14 million of the 42 million eligible voters to cast their ballots, to show up on the 1st of November. To give a breakdown of what this means we are joined by...
Guest: Marie Harris – Director: Public Affairs at Ipsos
Various labour unions, the mining sector, together with the Department of Science and Innovation have signed an agreement that will see more cooperation during research projects. This pact aims to help create sustainability in the mining industry. The terms of the Consultative Forum were signed in Pretoria on Tuesday. For more on how this is going to benefit the industry and labour we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Beeuwen Gerryts – Chief Director for Technology, Localisation and Beneficiation
Research shows that a quarter of children under five in South Africa, suffer from stunting. This is a condition caused by malnutrition and it affects the development of children. To elaborate on how this can be prevented we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Anna-Marie Muller – Qualified Public Nutritionist working with the DG Murray Trust
Small businesses continue to suffer under the current environment created by the impact of covid-19. Many continue to close down as they struggle to keep afloat. So, are the any new ideas on how SMMEs can overcome these challenges?
Guest: Hepsy Mkhungo – CEO of One Linkage
Experts say stroke is the second leading cause of death across the world and the third cause of disability. In South Africa the figures are also concerning with reports that 10 people suffer from a stroke every hour. To tell us more about this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Naeem Brey - Head of the Stroke Unit at Tygerberg Hospital and lecturer at Stellenbosch University
The SA Human Rights Commission in Gauteng says failure to maintain Waterwaste treatment Works in the City of Tshwane is responsible for the pollution of water in Hammaskraal over many years. The organisation says the complaints about the water date back to 2008. It released a report yesterday (26 October) following an investigation. For more on the findings and recommendations we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Buang Jones- SAHRC Gauteng Provincial Manager
Today marks the start of the final year matric exams across the country. Close to 900-thousand learners will be writing the assessments. The Department of Basic Education says it is ready but the exam come as Eskom extends loadshedding until Friday. For more on the department’s state of readiness and whether the power outages will affect the learners, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Elijah Mhlanga- spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education
The South African Post Office is calling on those who qualify for a free set-top box to apply before the 1st of November this year. The country is preparing to migrate to digital broadcasting by the 31st of March 2022. So those who apply before the 1st of November will receive a decoder before the analogue television signal is switched off.
Guest: Tebogo Leshope- Chief Operations Officer at Sentech and also the Chairperson of the Project Steering Committee to expedite the migration from analogue to digital
Yesterday while talking about the Nando’s/Gareth issue, we received a call from Dee who tried to argue that the conversation was not racist, but more to do with service delivery. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say…..
Guest: Jamie Mighty – Socio-Political Analyst
Guest: Miyelani Holeni – Group Chief Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group
Guest: BEVIL LUCAS IS EXECUTIVE LEADER AT THE ORGANISATION “RECLAIM OUR CITY
Esethu Cenga is a South African development economics graduate and Mandela Rhodes Scholar. This past weekend, she won 1.19 million rands for Rewoven, a textile recycling start-up she co-founded in 2017. One of the things she said after winning the prize is how insecure she was and how this has changed her life and made he see that she could actually do what she wanted. Let’s talk to her now about that feeling of achievement and what it does in changing a person’s perspective on life….
Guest: Esethu Cenga - Development economics graduate and Mandela Rhodes Scholar
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari says he is considering granting activist Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight others who were executed by the then military government in 1995. However, the Ken Saro-Wiwa Foundation has rejected this proposal saying the Ogoni activists were not criminals and that the Foundation’s request for their exoneration has been ignored. Meanwhile…The leadership of the Ogoni community have met with Buhari to raise a number of issues. We are joined on the line by…
Guest: Pastor Barry Wuganaale - Nigerian Human Rights Activist
Let’s revisit the issue of the impact Covid-19 had on food security. There’s no doubt that the pandemic has severely affected farmers and the food sector as a whole. We may not fully understand the direct ripple effect it had, but researchers are busy digging into where it has hit hard. This time around street vendors are mentioned as one of those who are directly affected. Let’s speak now to those in the food supply chain to find out how they were directly affected as we welcome…
Guest: Dr Marc Wegerif – Researcher on food system and development studies at programme co-ordinator at the University of Pretoria(Part of the three country study on the impact of Covid-19 on food systems)
Guest: Sibongile Cele – Woman farmer based in Gauteng and also leader in the African Women in Agriculture Group
Guest: Thusi Jakkal – Street vendor selling fresh produce in the Northern Cape and also organizer for the South African Informal Traders Alliance
The Eskom Development Foundation is calling on owners of small businesses to enter their Business Investment Competition. They are calling on designated groups, particularly youth, women and people with disabilities to participate in this year’s competition and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Cecil Ramonotsi - Chief Eexecutive Officer of the Eskom Development Foundation
Many of you have been asking questions on the safety of vaccines and so on. As you know that we have been bringing you the different experts who managed to answer some of your questions. This time around we bring you one of the manufacturers to answer questions pertaining to their product. Pfizer is one of the vaccines that is being administered in South Africa and other countries and to more from them about the safety of taking their vaccine, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Bha Ndungane-Tlakula – Country Medical Director at Pfizer
We speak now to theNational Coordinator of the Cultural and Creative Industries Federation of South Africa about their unhappiness with the published outcomes of the Covid-19 Relief Fund Provincial Partners. This is in regards to the disbursement of the funds meant for struggling artists. Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa held a press briefing last month talking about what steps he has taken in dealing with the National arts Council who were responsible for the funds. Let’s hear now from the artists as to what exactly they are unhappy about as we welcome…
Guest: Luzuko Khohli - National Coordinator of the Cultural and Creative Industries Federation of South Africa
Nandos has terminated its sponsorship of a segment on Gareth Cliff's online programme, Cliff Central, with immediate after it says Cliff failed to allow open debate. They go on to say that Cliff talked over One SA Movement's Mudzuli Rakhivhane in the ‘The Burning Platform’ episode on Thursday. Rakhivhane was speaking about her experience of racism when Cliff talked over her. Let’s take a listen to how the conversation went….
Guest: Tshepo Matseba – MD at Reputation 1st, a boutique strategic communication and reputation management consultancy
Our guest today is one of those South African legends who managed to conquer all decades. His music resonates with young, middle and the elderly till today. Burnout is still a hit not only here, but across the African continent. I guess by now you’ve figured out who he is as he does not need an introduction. Let’s welcome….
Guest: Sipho Mabuse – Legendary jazz musician
Dr Takalani Dube has written a book entitled ‘Bantus’ the untold History of Africa and her People from Creation’. Over the years we have heard so many versions of our origins as Africans. In her book, Dr Dube answers most questions we as Africans have about our origins, history, culture, ubuntu, religion and the current state of Africa and her people. What drove her to write such a book and what can she tell us about our history?
Guest: Dr Takalani Dube – Author of ‘Bantus’ The untold History of Africa and her People from Creation
You’ve probably heard in the news this week how that the United States has charged eight Nigerians with stealing more than 100 million rand/almost US$ 7 million US dollars in internet scams originating in South Africa. They're accused of running online romance scams for at least 10 years from Cape Town. The men were arrested in South Africa on Tuesday and are now facing extradition to the USA. This is not new as scams like this have been running for many years. How can we as members of the public be more vigilant and not fall for such scams? What is that one thing that should ring a bell to say stay away? To educate us on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Sylvia Papadopoulos – She’s with the Department of Private Law and acting Director of the Centre for Intellectual Property and ICT Law at the University of Pretoria, specialising in Cyber law
Busi Mavuso is the CEO of Business Leadership South Africa and she has written an article where she says that it’s time people return to working from the office. She points to the fact that this is having a negative impact on production and skills transfer. She now joins us on the line to share her thoughts….
Guest: Busi Mavuso is the CEO of Business Leadership South Africa
October being Transport Month, the African Rail Industry Association is calling for the transforming of the freight rail sector saying it’s imperative to creating employment and boosting the economy. They are also reminding us that it’s been a year now since President Cyril Ramaphosa’s economic recovery plan which also included opening the rail infrastructure to 3rd parties. To tell us more on the role the railway sector can play in boosting the economy and also some of the engagements they have been having with government, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mesela Nhlapo – CEO of the African Rail Industry Association
On our SMME feature this morning we look at the business of corndogs called Browns Corn Dogs. They are more popular in America than here in our country. She says that it all started at her child’s 11th birthday party and the rest is history. As we all want to know how exactly this made her flourish as a business, she now joins us on the line to take us through her journey…
Guest: Mable Nthati – Co-owner of Browns Corn Dogs.
There’s no doubt that the Covid-19 pandemic has hit many people very hard economically. Unemployment rate going up, businesses closing, people worried about the next day. The list goes on. This has led to renewed calls for a Universal Basic Income Guarantee. The Human Sciences Research Council together with the Institute for Economic Justice and #PayTheGrants yesterday (Wed) held a webinar where they asked whether we as a country can afford it and what is at stake? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
NATHAN TYLOR: RESEARCH ASSOCIATE AT THE INSTITUTE FOR ECONOMIC JUSTICE.
Let’s tell you now about the Aids Healthcare Foundation’s Vaccinate Our World Campaign. Why have they decided to preach the message of vaccinations? To tell us more, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Nduduzo Dube -Associate Director Quality Management AIDS Healthcare Foundation- Africa Bureau
On our Health Talk this morning we feature Dr Winile Makhaye who is an Ear Nose and Throat surgeon in private practice in Cape Town. This being this being breast cancer awareness month, she will also raise awareness about Human Papilloma virus associated throat cancer. When it comes to ear, nose and throat, what is it we need to watch out for and is it something we pay attention to as human beings? Let’s get lessons now from…
Guest: Dr Winile Makhaye - Ear Nose and Throat surgeon in private practice in Cape Town
Focus: Calls are mounting for South Africa to intervene in the unrest currently taking place in eSwatini. Earlier in the week, King Mswati III ordered the indefinite closure of schools in the in that country as pro-democracy protests flared up in the country. To look at what role South Africa can play in this and whether it’s fair for Pretoria to be expected to intervene, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Sphetfo Dlamini – Political Analyst
Focus: With less than two weeks to go before the local government elections, all parties are promising a better life to their voters.Things like building houses in affluent areas for the poor, doing away with land expropriation, running taps, jobs for young people and the list goes on. But then, what are the key competencies of municipalities when some of the promises sound like things that are beyond municipalities. To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Thina Nzo – Senior Researcher at the Public Affairs Research Institute
Last week Friday the 15th of October was World White Cane Safety Day. As much as we could not do this interview on that day, we thought it was important to still talk about the issue. The idea behind the day is to highlight the importance of a white cane especially among motorists to help the visually impaired move safely and independently. To help us understand some of the problems still faced by the visually impaired, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Selaelo Makgato – Chairperson of the South African National Council for the Blind consumer committee
As an organisation responsible for ensuring that its members are empowered and capacitated to provide good services to the people at local level, what programmes are in place and what are the challenges that are being faced by the SA Local Government Association? The organisation has previously mentioned that some barriers to good service delivery by its members include political party infighting, bad leadership and councillors that are not competent. As the municipal election date nears, we have heard how residents complain about indifferent mayors and councillors. So, what can be done to address this? To interrogate this, we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Councillor Bhekumuzi Stofile – Chairperson: Councillor Welfare, Governance and International Relations
Guest: Professor Jaap de Visser - Director: Dullah Omar Institute University of the Western Cape
Today on our personal development feature we focus on the subject of career transition after turning 40 years old. What motivates people to do so? Is this a good idea? What are the challenges that one who has decided to change their career at this age potentially face? For more on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Brian Wasmuth - Managing Partner and Director at the Human Capital Group
October is breast cancer month and in our Personal Finance today we thought to look at the cost of cancer to your medical aid. According to the Liberty Claims Statistics 2020 cancer and leukaemia made up 27% of all claims that year However, it has been theorised that these numbers are not reflective of the actual number of potential cancer patients out there, as health industry experts suspect that the national lockdown and anxiety over contracting COVID-19 has caused people to postpone their check-ups that could have identified these critical illnesses. Those in the industry say that very few are financially planning, ready or aware of the financial impact of this dreaded disease, meanwhile many are at high risk of being affected (directly or indirectly) due to their lifestyle and risk profile.
Guest: Dr Dominque Stott - Liberty’s Chief Medical Officer
"Uproar over vaccination of children without parental approval"
Some parents are up in arms over news that their minor children can decide to get vaccinated without their approval. The Health Department has announced that children as young as 12-years old will be allowed to get one doze of the Pfizer vaccine from tomorrow. Government is targeting 3.5 million children up to the age of 17. Our guest Mohale Moloi spoke to some parents and young people on this issue, and this is what they had to say…
Guest: Mohale Moloi - Health reporter at Bhekisisa
Two people have been taken in for questioning in connection with the murder of Siyabonga Mkhize - the ANC's ward 101 candidate in the Ethekwini Municipality. Mkhize and another ANC member - Mzukisi Nyanga - were killed in a hail of bullets at Cato Crest in Durban on Friday evening (15 October). Two others survived the attack. The four had just concluded a door-to-door campaign when they were attacked while seated in their bakkie. Nonjabulo Mntungwa-Makamu reports......
Guest: Prof Mary de Haas – Violence and Research fellow at UKZN
Guest: Professor Lesiba Tefo - Political analyst from UNISA
Guest: Annah Moyo – Acting Executive Director at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation
We wrap up the show by talking to the National Arts Council about how they would like to encourage artists to use their art forms to make a living especially after the industry was hard hit by Covid-19. They would also like to share some of the programmes they have running which can assist artists. Sadly they were in the news lately for all the wrong reasons where funds were mismanaged, a scandal that the minister did address in the media. If I’m an artist listening to this interview, what should I know about the Council?
TSHEPO MASHIANE - COUNCIL MEMBER AT THE NATIONAL ARTS COUNCIL - HE IS ON THE LINE
The South African Human Rights Commission is from today (Monday) convening an inquiry into reports of racial discrimination in the country’s advertising sector. The advertising space is a very controversial one and in most times deliberately to get their message across and draw attention to a product. What exactly will the commission be looking into and how are they going to balance? Also what sort of complaints have they been getting for them to establish an enquiry? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Jonas Malatji – Commissioner at the South African Human Rights Commission
Tertia Jacobs is a Treasure economist at Investec and she says that she has noticed apathy from citizens and the verbiage from parties ahead of the elections. She is warning South Africans about how important local government elections are and why they should take them seriously. She now joins us on the line to share her thoughts…
Guest: Tertia Jacobs - Treasure economist at Investec
At least 56 former MK, Apla and Azanla soldiers will appear in court later this morning on three counts of kidnapping. These ex-combatants allegedly held three ministers hostage last night.. The three ministers included Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Thandi Modise and her deputy Thabang Makwetla as well as Minister in the Presidency Mondli Gungubele. The group also demanded to see President Cyril Ramaphosa. Ntebo Mokobo has more.
Guest: Jackie Seroke – Chief spokesperson for the PAC and Military veteran
Guest: Themba Mavundla – Provincial Commander of MK in KwaZulu-Natal
Tomorrow (16 October) marks World Food Day and our guest is of the view that the world is wasting millions of tons in food. The world’s population is growing at a very fast pace and the scary part is that in South Africa just this year, 10 million adults and 2.8 million children experienced hunger in the past week according to our guest.As far as he’s concerned, where are we going wrong and what are the solutions?To help us through this discussion, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Jako Volschenk - Senior lecturer in strategy and sustainability at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
Today (15 October) reminds us of the day one of the upright leaders the on the African continent was assassinated. Thomas Sankara’s name is synonymous with anti-colonial revolution. He was nicknamed “The African Che Guevara”. Let’s remind ourselves about who he was as we listen to this report by Dinilohlanga Meketu….
Guest: Dr Morose Leshoele – Postdoctoral research fellow at the Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study at the University of Johannesburg
As many of you keep sending us questions about social grants, we have invited the Social security Agency to come and deal with your queries. Questions around the R350 social relief of distress grant has proven to be a problem for many of you. Let’s welcome now….
Guest: Fanie Sethokga – General Manager for Grants Operations at SASSA
Let’s tell you now about a disability survey done by the Institute for Development Studies in the UK in partnership with the Human Sciences Research Council and the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities. It has revealed that COVID-19 has worsened challenges faced by persons with disabilities. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Adv Gary Pienaar - Senior Research Manager in the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES) research division in the Human Sciences Research Council
Yesterday (Wed) during the open line we received a call from Bonginkosi, a street vendor who spoke about being harassed by Johannesburg Metro Police officers even after showing them that he had a permit to trade. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say…..
Guest: Wayne Minaar – Spokesperson for the Johannesburg Metro Police
Yesterday (Wed) government’s communications agency, GCIS and the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment held a Masterclass on waste management. It’s an initiative that aims to empower young people in the business of waste management and innovation. One of the entrepreneurs attending it was Ofentse Rabaj, he is the owner of Green Innovationz who uses discarded cloth to produce face masks and also paper and plastic for other offerings. He now joins us on the line to talk about his business….
Guest: Ofentse Rabaj – Founder of Green Innovationz
Cash flow is one of the biggest challenges facing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) around the world, and South Africa is no different. The global pandemic devastatingly exposed this, with many shutting their doors and others being squeezed to their limits. According to research conducted by SMEgo at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic in South Africa, 93% of small business owners had no other source of income, and 86% didn’t know where to access emergency funding. To tell us more on the problem with accessing conventional financing options in times of crisis, and where small business can get assistance with funding as they look to recover in 2022, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nobesuthu Ndlovu - Director SME at Old Mutual Corporate
Let’s talk all things Covid-19. In the past few weeks there has been more reports of people not wanting to take the jab while government is coming up with different initiatives to get people vaccinated. Let’s deal now with all the questions you may have as we welcome…
Guest: Dr Richard Lessells – Infectious Disease Specialist at the KwaZulu-Natal Research Innovation and Sequencing Platform at UKZN
Many of you have been faced with load shedding for the past few days with Eskom not really telling us much about what some of the reasons are. To get an experts perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Ted Blom – Energy Analyst
The issue of changing street name is always a controversial one in our country. Well, the City of Ekurhuleni is embarking on a number of name changes under their derestriction. One of the most noticeable changes is that of Gilloolys Interchange which will now be known as George Bizos.
The authorities in e-Swatini have deployed the army to primary and high schools where students have been protesting in favour of democratic reforms. Pupils who boycotted classes for the past month are also calling for free education and better learning conditions.
Guest: Thokozane Kunene – General Secretary of the Communist party of Swaziland
Let’s talk now about the launch of the Durban Tourism Awards. Must be exciting news for those in the industry and the city itself. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Cllr Diana Hoorzuk - Deputy Mayor Elect, eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality
As we draw closer to the local government elections, we look at the public’s obligations in paying for services rendered by municipalities. Many would argue that the reason they are not paying for services is because there are none rendered and as a sign of protest, they will simply not pay. But then, municipalities can’t survive if people are not paying. How then do we change the mind-set of those who refuse to pay and how far can we trace this culture?
Guest: Dr Trevor Ngwane - Director of the Centre for Sociological Research and Practice, at the University of Johannesburg
Motivational speakers have very beautiful terms when talking about how one should stay calm during a chaotic situation.Some go on to say that staying calm during a storm is the best skill one should develop and live by. But, this is always easier said than done. How can we learn and practice this? Being someone who panics, is it the type of person you are or something you can learn to overcome? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Siphiwe Moyo – Organisational Behaviour Specialist and global speaker and author
This morning Bryan continues on the importance of drawing up a budget and how you go about it. What is the bst way to start?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Good news for the energy sector is that the establishment of a "hydrogen valley" in South Africa is a step closer to reality. This was announce during the launch of the Hydrogen Valley Feasibility Study Report by the Department of Science and Innovation. The establishment of this valley is said will create 32 000 jobs per year and help the country with its energy crisis. To educate us on this issue, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Dr Rebecca Maserumule, Chief Director: Hydrogen and Energy
Let’s talk now to David Lestoalo who calls himself a Sankarist. He wrote an article asking how independent are the so-called independent candidates in the local government elections.This year has seen a huge number of independent candidates contesting the elections with some residents believing they could be the solution. David goes wants to know why we don’t have leaders of the calibre of Thomas Sankara, Steve Biko and Robert Sobukwe today? Is he being realistic seeing what has become of our politics?
Guest: David Letsoalo -Sankarist, activist and law academic
On Friday, Cathy Mohlahlana spoke to Dr Lerato Dikobe-Kalane, a psychiatrist who spoke about the need for African traditional healers to get involved in the early detection of the illness. Well as a follow-up interview on the issue, we use the opportunity to find out how traditional healers used to deal with the issue and what role they can play today. Some people believe that traditional healers are best placed to deal with mental health as it’s something connected with spirituality. To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr. Velaphi VVO Mkhize - Founder and Director of the Umsamo African Institute
As we head towards the end of the year, health experts are warning of signs of fatigue and stress. The Covid-19 pandemic has made things worse as many people are worried about all sorts of things especially finances. What can we do to avoid a breakdown and what are the signs to look out for? To help us on this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Munyaka - Current President Elect for the Society for Industrial and Organisational Psychology of South Africa
Lately we’ve seen how violent the issue of who appears on a political party’s election list have become. Some people have even lost their lives. It’s almost like those who are at the bottom want to get into office as they feel this is their chance. But sadly once in office, they start disappointing the people who elected them. This culture of greed by those in power has come many years as we’ve seen that even those with high salaries still find it in their hearts to get involved in corruption. How far can we trace the history of political greed and those who stand for office, are they really about serving the people? To help us through this subject, we are joined on the line by
Guest: Elvis Masoga – Independent Political Analyst
One of her songs is our opening theme for the Tuesday personal development feature and she really is no stranger to us all. A few years she made history as the first African women who had a Barbie doll made in her image. What has she been up to lately and what can we expect from her in the near future?
Guest: Lira (Lerato Moipone Molapo) - South African Afro-pop musician
The World Bank’s review of South Africa’s social assistance programmes has revealed that the country is spending a lot on social grants than other countries around the world. The other sad revelation is that no tall deserving recipient receive the grant. How did we end up with such a situation and what should we read into it? To get the Department of Social Development’s view on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Brenton van Vrede – Deputy Director General in the Department of Social Development
This coming Sunday marks World Mental Health Day and interestingly practitioners in this field are talking about how traditional healers can get involved in the early detection of the illness. The thinking is that there needs to be collaboration between Western medical specialists and African traditional healers that could help offload the growing population who need treatment. To help us understand help us understand how the two can work together, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Lerato Dikobe-Kalane - Psychiatrist and member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
We speak now to Nqobile Nyathi who is the owner of Khanyi Cosmetics. She specialises in organic beauty products for the skin.Why organic though and what is it that makes her concept stand out from the rest? Also what is it that attracted her to this very competitive industry? To tell us more on this and where it all started, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nqobile Nhlapho – Owner of Khanyi Cosmetics
The issue of hesitancy against the Covid-19 vaccinations seems to be on the increase. Some people are worried about the safety aspect while others are digesting conspiracy theories.Let’s get a perspective now and where the problem could lie and how government can better preach its messages as we welcome….
Guest: Prof Rudzani Muloiwa - Head of Department for Paediatric and Child Health at the University of Cape Town
Today Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu is turning 90-years old. The anti-apartheid icon is one of those who was there in the thick of things drawing the world’s attention to the atrocities of the apartheid government. There is just so much to talk about when it come to the arch as his life was mostly in the midst of activism and raising his voice against injustice under both the apartheid and post-apartheid regimes. Let’s go down memory lane now and remember this international human rights giant as we welcome….
Guest: Piyushi Kotecha - CEO of the Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation
Guest: Yasmin Sooka –Former TRC Commissioner and currently a human rights lawyer
Guest: Prof Barney Pityana - Professor Emeritus of Law, University of South Africa
The Southern Centre for Inequality Studies in collaboration with the Open Society Foundation completed a study of black economic empowerment policy. The BEE policy has been criticised over the years for mostly enriching the elite and politically connected. The study also looked at identifying pathways to a more inclusive economy by considering how the idea of empowerment might relate to the possibilities for growth and national development in South Africa
Guest: Prof Michael Sachs – Coordinator of the Public Economy Project at Wits.
We turn our focus now on one of those diseases that have been with us for many years. According to medical journals, Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs by a bacteria that is spread from person to person through tiny droplets released into the air via coughs and sneezes. One can only wonder what impact Covid-19 has on it and how difficult it must be for doctors to differentiate between the two. To help us through this subject, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Lebogang Kenaope – Specialist Pulmonologist
We have been trying to get hold of government to talk about attacks on drivers of e-hailing services, but were unsuccessful. We ended up talking to Melithemba Mnguni who is the Secretary-General of the South African E-hailing Association. He gave us an idea of the frustrations with authorities and taxi industry…
guest: THEO NKONKI - SPOKESPERSON FOR GAUTENG ROADS AND TRANSPORT DEPARTMENT
Eskom is said to be the world’s biggest emitter of sulphur dioxide. This pollutant is associated with ailments like asthma and heart attacks. This was revealed by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line from Finland by…
Guest(Finland): Lauri Myllvirta – Lead Analyst at the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air
Yesterday we spoke to Professor Siphamandla Zondi from the UJ about comments made by former DA MP, Phumzile Van Damme on how she was treated in the party. We then received a call from former Johannesburg Mayor Herman Mashaba about his experience in the DA and this is what he had to say…
Guest: Prof Siphamandla Zondi - Professor of Political Science at the University of Pretoria
Today we are going down to the Western Cape to the Beaufort West Local Municipality. If you’ve been following the news, the current mayor and Speaker were among the four suspects arrested for fraud and corruption. It’s also among the ANC controlled Municipalities struggling to pay Eskom Guest: Quinton Louw – Mayor of Beaufort West Local Municipality’
Guest: James-Brant Styan - Spokesperson for the MEC of Local Government environmental affairs and development planning
Today being World Teachers Day, we thought to invite a teacher for our personal development feature. Teachers are the ones who give us direction from a young age. Our guest is a life orientation teacher responsible for personal development. What is that one thing she would say we all need to know while still young? Also looking at life today and the different challenges it throws at us, what lessons do we learn that will enable us to keep fighting?
Guest: Ofentse Molefe – Life Orientation teacher at Spark Randburg High School
This morning Bryan talks to us aboutthe importance of drawing up a budget and how you go about it.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The DA’s former MP, Phumzile Van Damme yesterday revealed details of why she left the party saying she suffered trauma while still inside. She directly pointed the finger at party leader John Steenhuisen, Natasha Mazzone and her husband Kevin Mileham. Surely this does not look good for the party’s racial problem. Now that we are in the election season, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Prof Siphamandla Zondi - Professor of Political Science at the University of Pretoria
We speak now to Kristal Duncan-Williams from Youth Capital about their interpretation and addition to Department of Basic Education’s call for young unemployed people to apply for assistant posts. They have come up with a few recommendations they believe can make the department’s drive to work and to share their thoughts on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams – Project lead at Youth Capital
Guest: Elijah Mhlanga – Spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education
Environmental Affairs Minister Barbara Creecy says further criminal charges may be instituted against the Mumbai-based chemicals giant UPL. The company's warehouse at Cornubia near uMhlanga in KwaZulu-Natal, was razed to the ground during the July unrest. According to authorities the warehouse which stored toxic pesticides and chemical products was operating without permits and flouted all environmental regulations. To find out why this particular company came under spotlight and also how big the problem is in the country and what government is doing about it, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Barbara Creecy – Minister for Environmental Affairs
A partnership between Wits University and the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital will see the expansion of a burn unit that aims to create a high-tech skin bank and tissue engineering laboratory in Soweto. More than 250 adults and 500 children with severe burns are said to be admitted to the hospital annually with critical need for such treatment and experts. To tell us more about the need of such a unit, the importance of having a skin bank, will people be required to pay and also what goes into treating people with burns, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Gareth Tjasink – Deputy Director of the Wits Roy McAlpine Burns Unit
President Cyril Ramaphosa will this week launch the Women Economic Assembly. It is a body made-up of business women in the private sector, civil society and government. They are pushing for more participation of women businesses in the main parts of the country’s economy. To tell us more on the need for such a body and how exactly its hoping to achieve its goals, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Futhi Mtoba - National convener and co-chairperson of the Women Economic Assembly
The nomination of Western Cape Judge President, John Hlophe and Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane for the post of Chief Justice have raised eyebrows in many circles. They were reportedly nominated by the SA Natives Forum together with the Black Lawyers Association and Democracy in Action. To get a perspective on how the process is unfolding and what to make of the nomination of the two candidates, also what sort of person should we look for such a position, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Chris Oxtoby – Senior researcher at the Democratic Governance and Rights Unit at the University of Cape Town
We wrap up the show with one of the country’s great musicians who will ease us into the weekend. Judith Sephuma is no stranger to you whether you are a jazz lover, afro-pop or gospel, she has done all three genres. She joins us now on the line to talk about her music and what she’s been up to lately….
Guest: Judith Sephuma – Jazz and Afro-pop musician
As we mark International Day of Older Persons, we turn our attention to the impact of ageism on the elderly. Stats reveal that the population of people over 65 is growing rapidly and more of them are being discriminated against as they are forced out of work due to their age. What does this do for their mental wellness and what is it that society can do to keep them active so that they don’t feel abandoned? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Sihle Nhlabathi - Member of the South African Society of Psychiatry
Last night President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the decision. Level one now means that the curfew runs from 12 midnight until four am. Non-essential establishments like bars and restaurants must close by 11pm to allow staff to go home. Meetings indoors are now limited to 750 people and outdoors to two thousand people. The number of people who can attend a funeral increases to 100 - but night vigils are still not allowed. Alcohol sales are now permitted according to normal trading hours - but not after 11pm. This now means many entities are open and life slowly returning to normal. Was it a good move? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Kashif Wicomb – President of the Progressive Professionals Forum
Let’s tell you now about the Companies Amendment Bill of 2021. Cabinet has approved it for public comment and one of the highlights is that companies will be expected to be more transparent on the difference between the lowest- and highest-paid earners. What purpose is this like to serve and is it a step in the right direction? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Tony Healy – Labour Consultant
Ronewa Creations is a landscaping business run by two ladies who happen to be an aunt-and-niece team. The sector is very male dominated, but this has not stopped them from dealing with challenges that come their way. To tell us where their love for gardening started and how they turned it into a business, they now join us on the line..
Guest: Dinah Kgeledi - Co-founder of Ronewa Creations Ltd
Guest: Lesego Seloane - Co-founder of Ronewa Creations Ltd
As we build-up to the local government elections, questions are being asked about the amount of parties that are contesting.What purpose will they serve and isn’t it better to have a few that can come together and form a strong opposition rather many small little ones?To help us digest this issue, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Protas Madlala – Independent Political Analyst
With the current socio-economic challenges faced by our country being amplified by Covid-19 and the July unrest, businesses have been struggling to get assistance to get back on their feet. Ithala Development Finance Corporation Limited is a state owned entity under the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs which provides tailor-made financial and non-financial support to SMME’s and Co-operatives. To unpack their Business Finance solutions, we are joined on the line by
Guest: Ms Tozi Mthethwa - Group Corporate Support Services Executive and Acting Business Finance Executive.
last week we spoke about the link between the uncircumcised male and cervical cancer. Then what happened is that many of you had direct questions about cervical cancer and the symptoms associated with it. This morning we look specifically at cervical and to help us through this subject, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Trudy Smith – Gynaecological Oncologist at the Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre
We revisit the issue of attacks on e-hailing drivers as the violence against them continues. Sadly authorities from the Department of Transport have not availed themselves to talk about the issue. So we’ve invited the association that represent e-hailing drivers as they held a meeting yesterday on the attacks in Ekurhuleni and to tell us more on the meeting and give us a national picture, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Melithemba Mnguni - Secretary-General of the South African E-hailing Association
The Anti-Disinformation Project has kicked off its campaign aimed at educating communities on how to spot disinformation campaigns. The project comes at a time where social media is being used to disseminate fake news. So how will it help in dealing with all these issues and who exactly is it aimed at?
Guest: Lazola Kati - Communications Rights Activist
As you’ve heard in those sound clips how residents are complaining about service delivery. Anger and frustration can be felt while politicians are campaigning and trying to convince people to vote for them with all kinds of promises. But let’s turn our attention to the role of communities in taking charge and holding authorities to account.
Guest: Zandile Nsibande – Health and Social Development coordinator at Abahlali Basemjondolo
Guest: Ayanda Kota – Activist from the Unemployed People’s Movement
This morning on our personal development feature we look at being grateful and what it means. Many people who are employed would complain about their jobs and those with houses would focus more on how small the house is.But then we forget that there is someone worse off than you. How then do we appreciate the little bit we have and stop complaining and be grateful for what we have?
Guest: Ngila Muendane – Social activist and Creator of the Soul Talk Empowerment Programme
As this is the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan will is dealing with questions that have come in during the month that are of a similar nature. Please remember that this does not stop you asking other finance related questions.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister over the weekend to the international community to stay out of their war with Tigray. He was addressing the UN’s General Assembly where he told the world leaders to allow the African Union to work on bringing all parties together. Judging by what he said, is there really hope for an end to the conflict between the two? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Izak Khomo – African Political commentator
We speak now to Professor Francis Petersen from the University of the Free State. He penned an opinion piece entitled, ‘how do we fix our falling country’. One of the things he says is that it is impossible to build a thriving economy on the back of a divided society. He also talks about the vital role that higher education can play. How now joins us on the line to share some of his thoughts….
Guest: Prof Francis Petersen - Rector and Vice-Chancellor of the University of the Free State
The World Health Organization is urging countries to deal more forcefully with dirty air in order to save millions of lives. The organisation issued its first air quality guidelines since 2005 aimed at reducing deaths from key pollutants that cause cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. Let’s hear now from a medical specialist about the health impact of pollution in the country as we welcome…
Guest: Dr Caradee Wright - Senior Specialist Scientist at the South African Medical Research Council
Finance Minister Enock Godongwana says that South Africa needs to re-evaluate its policy on reviving the struggling manufacturing industry. This is something some of the economists have been calling for over the years.
Guest: Duma Gqubule - Founding Director at the Centre of Economic Development & Transformation
The Pan South African Language Board in partnership with the African Language Association of Southern Africa and the University of For Hare are hosting a conference under the theme: Perspective in African Languages for Decoloniality and the Fourth industrial revolution in the 21st century. Interestingly, this conference comes at the back of a constitutional court has given the University of South Africa until the start of their 2023 academic year to change their language policy and include Afrikaans as a medium of instruction in modules that it had previously offered in the language. One wonders in a country like South Africa, how do we find the balance?
Guest: julius dantile - executive head of languages at PANSALB
We wrap up our Heritage Month edition by talking to Sepedi musician and Hip-hop artist, Maleboo about performing his artform in his native language. He’s also passionate about fathers passing on their heritage values to their children. He now joins us on the line to talk about his music and the role of the father when it comes to passing on their heritage…
Gust: Maleboo – Sepedi Hip-hop artist
Psychiatrists say that as much as remote working was seen as a solution to keep productivity going during the lockdown period, excessive screen-time while watching television or using devices including laptops, mobile phones and tablets has increased ADHD symptoms such as lack of focus. They have also seen an increase in adults experiencing ADHD-type symptoms and parents requesting ADHD assessments for their children. To get an understanding on how bad the situation is, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Renata Schoeman – Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists
Today being Heritage Day, we use the opportunity to talk about if South Africa can have a common heritage?When we look at ourselves, what do we put first, do we identify ourselves according to our ethnicity or nationality? Looking at how diverse we are as a nation, is it possible to build a common heritage?
Guest: Prof Pitika Ntuli – Cultural activist and commissioner at the CRL Commission
Lately many people have been questioning the safety of the Covid-19 vaccines with many theories doing the rounds. Well, in an effort to spread the message of encouragement, the Department of Science and Innovation hosted a webinar on Wednesday focusing on the role women can play in debunking myths on COVID-19 vaccination.To get a sense of what came out of it and also where these fears come from, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Ntokozo Mzimela - Pathologist/ Senior Lecturer · National Health Laboratory Service, University of Free State
The latest Ipsos report says that businesses that allow their employees to work from home are putting themselves in great risk. It goes on to say that the companies risk losing competitiveness as productivity slumps and employees lose motivation.
Guest: Stella Fleetwood – Service Line Lead at Ipsos
The South African Post Office is again in the news for financial reasons. This time around they have reportedly not been able to pay worker’s medical aid. The other worry is that people’s pension could also be affected. Spokesperson Johan Kruger says that the post office started seeing reduction in revenue during the Covid-19 lockdown. He goes on to say that the revenue levels have still not recovered. What then is the way forward for the post office?
Guest: Aubrey Tshabalala – General Secretary for the Communication Workers Union
Focus: Corruption Watch yesterday released its analysis of corruption trends report in the public and private sector. One of the things it has highlighted is the constant threat to the lives of whistle-blowers. Abuse of power by authorities was another one that the report has brought to light. To find out some of the other things the report has found, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Melusi Ncala – Author of the Corruption Watch Report
Letlhogonolo Motseeng is the owner of a chicken restaurant chain in Soweto called Moja Chicken. He joins us this morning to talk about his business and how Covid-19 dealt him a major blow due to lockdown restrictions. How did he overcome and how is the business doing today?
Guest: Letlhogonolo Motseeng – Owner of Moja Chicken in Soweto
September being Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, women are being called upon to encourage their male partners to circumcise in order to protect themselves from the possibility of cervical cancer. The other benefit is that medical male circumcision has been proven to reduce the risk of transmission of the human papillomavirus. Let’s talk now about the link between the uncircumcised male and cervical cancer as we welcome….
Guest: Dr Nelson Igaba - Senior technical specialist for voluntary medical male circumcision at Right to Care
Did you know that Saturday the 18th was International Equal Pay Day? Sadly though, women all over the world are still paid less than men for the same job. The gender pay gap is estimated to be at 23% globally.To help us understand why this is still the case and what needs to happen to turn things around, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Anne Githuku-Shongwe – Representative for UN Women’s South Africa Multi-Country Office
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Focus: We bring you day 2 of the5th Water Research Commission Biennial Symposium. It is a key event in the country’s water sector calendar and takes place under the theme “Re-Imagine, Re-Build and Repeat: Future Proofing Water”. They are also celebrating fifty golden years of building a resilient water sector amidst the enduring and disruptive COVID-19 global pandemic. To tell us more on some of the deliberations and what we can expect today, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dhesigen Naidoo – CEO of theWater Research Commission
Guest: Dr Mamohloding Tlhagale - Head of International and Stakeholder Engagement at Water Research Commission
This morning we take you to the Mamusa Local Municipality in Schweizer-Reneke, North West. They are one of the municipalities that were dissolved then later held a by-election, but sadly the problems there seem to continue. Infighting was said to be one of the major problems holding back service delivery. To talk about some the main problems the municipality is facing, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Gotsilekgosi Batsi – Mayor of the Mamusa Local Municipality
Guest: Sam Moabi – Resident
With a green paper issued whereby it was proposed that members of pension/provident funds be allowed to borrow on their withdrawal benefit. It is no surprise that members are now struggling with membership of medical schemes. What can one do in this regard? This morning Bryan discusses the alternatives on this subject….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Let’s tell you now about the 5th Water Research Commission Biennial Symposium. It is a key event in the country’s water sector calendar and takes place under the theme “Re-Imagine, Re-Build and Repeat: Future Proofing Water”. They are also celebrating fifty golden years of building a resilient water sector amidst the enduring and disruptive COVID-19 global pandemic.
Guest: Senzo Mchunu – Minister for Water and Sanitation
Guest: Mr Jay Bhagwan - Executive Manager for Water Use and Waste Management at the Water Research Commission
The IEC says that more women than men have registered to vote in this year’s local municipal elections. The Commission’s CEO Sy Mamabolo says that most of the young people who registered were female. This must be good news for gender activists and to find out what we should read into this development, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof Amanda Gouws – Distinguished Professor of Political Science who specialises in Gender Politics at the Stellenbosch University
We speak now toDr Ntsikelelo Breakfast who is with the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. He and his colleagues have compiled a report looking into political apathy among students. The research which was conducted among students at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University revealed that young people have no interest in politics. This may not give us a national picture, but very worrying. What should we read into this finding?
Guest: Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast – Senior Lecturer in history and politics at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Over the weekend, Government Communications and Information System, GCIS held a webinar discussing some of the risky sexual behaviour by young people. The idea was to create awareness around statutory rape. Let’s speak now to one of the organisations that took part in the discussion and also deals with young people…..
Guest: Matshepo Dibetso -Agape Youth Movement
Yesterday (Sunday) the Special Investigating Unit hosted the first of a series of webinars that will shine the spotlight on the importance of whistleblowing in South Africa. One of the panellists Adv Thuli Madonsela called for the expansion of legislation in an effort to protect whistle-blowers. Former head of the Asset Forfeiture Unit, Willie Hofmeyr spoke more on the risk the whistle-blowers are facing. Both panellists now join us on the line….
Guest: Willie Hofmeyr - Former head of the Asset Forfeiture Unit
Guest: Adv Thuli Madonsela – Former Public Protector
The state of forensic laboratories in the country continues in a bad shape. This weekend Police Minister Bheki Cele conceded the SAPS bungled up the management of forensic DNA samples linked to violent crime in South Africa. He says that having paid a visit to some of the forensic laboratories in the country this past weekend revealed the extent of the problem. What impact is this having on the solving of some of the rape crimes in the country? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Ngaa Murombedzi – Advocacy Manager at Women and Men Against Child Abuse
Once you hear that classic legendary song, then you know who we are talking to this morning. He is famous for bringing Kiba into academia and will give us a full history on it and indigenous music instrument. Let’s welcome…
Guest: Dr Sello Galane – Renowned musician
As promised last week that we will bring the South African Social Security Agency to answer all your questions related to the applications for the R350 Social relief of distress grants. Many of you have been complaining about applications not going through while some have applied but the money is not reflecting in the bank account. Well, this is your chance to engage and raise your problem with one of the officials. Let’s welcome now…. Guest: Fanie Sethokga – General Manager for Grants Operations at SASSA
South Africa is considered one of the most water scarce countries in the world. This emphasizes the necessity and importance to conserve and optimally utilize our fresh water resources. The implementation of Water Conservation/ Water Demand Management programmes by all sectors is essential in meeting the national goals of basic water supply for all citizens of the country. The availability of water directly influences South Africa’s socio-economic growth, making the sustainable management of water in our country vital. Rand Water is one of Africa’s largest water utilities and to tell us how they are dealing with this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Teboho Joala - Chief Shared Services Officer at Rand Water
We talk this morning to the Black Business Federation about their response to how black business especially in the township has been affected by the lockdown. Also many of the small businesses some of whom are their members have also been affected by the unrest in July and never recovered. Let’s catch up with them to find out what sort of reports they are getting from their members especially under the current economic climate as we welcome…
Guests: Robert Ndlela – Secretary General at the Black Business Federation
KwaZulu-Natal is currently hosting the 2nd Intra-African Trade Fair. IATF2021, is positioned as a unique and valuable platform for businesses to explore an integrated African market of over 1.2 billion people, with a combined GDP of over 2.5 trillion US Dollars created under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement. Where are we currently and when will we start seeing results?
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Today (15 Sep) is World Lymphoma Awareness Day and we thought to put the spotlight on the cancer. According to medical journals, lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is part of the body's germ-fighting network. Some of the symptoms are painless swelling of lymph in the armpits and groin.
Guest: Dr Zainab Mohamed –Head of the Clinical Unit, Radiation Oncology at the Groote Schuur Hospital, University of Cape Town
The SIU yesterday (Tuesday) announced that the 15.3-million-rand tender awarded by the Limpopo Provincial Government for the construction of the 192 transitional residential units known as Talana shacks was fraudulently obtained. The investigation has revealed that the appointed service provider Aventine Group CC made misrepresentations and forged documents to influence the direction of the bid. If you may remember that these are the same shacks that were opened by Premier Mathabatha. What is it then that drew suspicion and how were the funds paid out?
Guest: STAN MATHABATHA - LIMPOPO PREMIER
We speak now to David Letsoalo who wrote a piece about how the legacy of late anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko is being treated. He feels that we only remember Biko around the time of his death where we all post messages on different platforms about his life. As far as David is concerned, what would be the best way of honouring his legacy and how can we apply some of his teachings?
Guest: David Letsoalo – Sankarist, activist and law academic
A law firm in Gqeberha has been ordered to pay damages to one of their former clients. The client sustained injuries after being shot in the face by a police officer in 2008. According to reports, the client approached a law firm to sue the police, but they did not file the claim in time. He then went to a second firm applying to sue the first firm. The High Court then ruled in his favour. What should we read into this case and what is the responsibility of lawyers when approached by a client? Also what precedence is this setting? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Kathleen Matolo-Dlephu – Chairperson of the Legal Practice Council
The Matjhabeng Municipality in Welkom in the Free State is under siege. The crisis-ridden municipality has lost millions of rand combating rampant infrastructure vandalism and cable theft. More than 200 cases of cable theft and infrastructure vandalism have been reported since March last year. Guest: Cllr Nkosinjani Speelman –Executive Mayor at the Matjhabeng Local Municipality
Guest: Leeto Nthoba – Resident (He started a petition to get Cogta national to place the municipality under administration)
Guest: Mokete Duma – HOD at the Free State Department of Local Government and Traditional Affairs
September being Spring Month we thought to talk a bit about spring cleaning, not only for your house, but your personal pace in general, be it work or home. How much does a clean environment contribute to a positive attitude?To help us around this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sir Max – Knowledgepreneur, Speaker and author
Yesterday (Monday) many of you could not ask your questions on time regarding organising your will. So today is your chance to engage Bryan on the issue. Remember that this week is National Wills Week. Welcome back Bryan….
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The ANC has its hands full as their nomination process for prospective councillors in the upcoming local government elections has turned violent. At least three people were killed at a party meeting in Inanda north of Durban over the weekend. On the other hand branches are protesting outsight the its headquarters Luthuli House in Johannesburg expressing their unhappiness over imposed candidates. For a perspective on this and how the party found itself in such a position, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Theo Venter – Political Analyst associated with the North West University Business School
Police say investigations are under way following an incident in which a grade nine learner died in hospital after being stabbed by a fellow learner at Pholosho secondary school in Alexandra north of Johannesburg. The incident happened last week Thursday in the evening. Two weeks ago, 16-year-old, Qayiya Mgaye, was stabbed to death, allegedly by a fellow learner at the same school. So these are two incidents in one township which brings to light violence in our schools. What will it take to change the situation and are parent and society to blame?
Guest: Tsholofelo Nakedi – Community Advocacy specialist at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation
South Africans last week expressed mixed reactions over children taking part in the SINOVAC COVID-19 trial. On Friday, the first group of children took part in the trial at the Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University in Pretoria. On the other hand, the South African Health Products Authority, SAHPRA, says it has approved the use of the Pfizer vaccine for children 12 years and over. Let’s catch-up now to find out where we are in terms of vaccinations and how the process is going as we welcome…
Guest: Dr Lesley Bamford – Acting Chief Director for Child Health in the National Department of Health
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is this week embarking on an educational drive focusing on Wills and the Administration of Deceased Estates. This is part of highlighting National Wills Week which starts today (Monday). What is it that you should know about drafting a will and also not leaving a headache for loved ones when you die.
Guest: Adv Preesha seetal- assistant master of the high court in durban at the department of justice and constitutional development
A report released by Amnesty international this morning (Monday) has revealed very disturbing developments around child kidnapping and killings in the Sahel’s tri-border area. Some of these children have been recruited by armed groups while others are killed in the process. Villages are also reportedly under attack from these armed groups.
Guest: Janine Morna - Research Consultant, Children and Armed Conflict Amnesty International
This morning we pay special attention to men feeling that their abuse is not being taken seriously. Some men who are in abusive relationships are said to be afraid to speak out as society and the police don’t take them seriously. On Monday, the conversation was sparked by a caller who goes by the name Active Citizen and this is what he had to say….
Guest: Prof Tsoaledi Thobejane - Head of Department within the institute for gender and youth studies at the University of Venda
Guest: Bongani Luvalo – Founder of the Cool Dads Foundation (He feels that it’s true that men’s issues of abuse are not take seriously)
Guest: Dr Shaheda Omar - Clinical director of the Teddy Bear Foundation
September being Heritage Month, museums and heritage sites are eagerly inviting members of the public to pay them a visit to see some of the country’s wonderful offerings. The Javert-UP Art Centre in Pretoria is launching their September Public Programme with historically significantly artefacts from Mapungubwe and other cultural activities.To find out more on this and also why it’s important for members of the public to embrace their heritage, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Gabi Ngqobo – Curatorial Director at the Javert-UP Art Centre in Pretoria
The Credo Mutwa Foundation, family members and the Sol Plaatje University together with other institutions are this week hosting the 2nd intergenerational colloquium in his honour. This year’s theme is ‘Retracing the footsteps /legacy of mkhulu Vusamazulu Credo Mutwa’. How do we use his beliefs to better the society we live in today? Could some of his teachings be used to revitalise the spirit of Africanism and Ubuntu? What can we still learn from him? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Siza Nkosi Mokhele – Author, poet and lecturer at the Sol Plaatjie University
Guest: Makhosi Vulamasango – Daughter of Credo Muthwa
The IEC yesterday revealed that only 3 political parties declared donations that were above R100-thousand. The commission released the information in its quarterly report which is in line with the political provisions of the Political Party Funding Act. To understand what this means and also what it says about the effectiveness of the Act, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lulu White – CEO of the Electoral Management and Consulting Agency of Africa
Bontle Tshole is a young entrepreneur who started her own business, in the health sector. As a student, she was not too happy with what was offered by restaurants in terms of healthy food. This then gave her an idea to start her business where she will serve healthier options. She now joins us on the line to talk about her business….
Guests: Bontle Tshole – Owner of Baaa Health
Let’s tell you now about a study by the Stellenbosch Business School that has shown that an Artificial Intelligence coach is just as effective as a human coach.The research showed that the chatbot Vici helped users to achieve their goals at double the rate of a control group attempting to reach their goals on their own.To explain how this works and why the researchers decided to look into it, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Nicky Terblanche – Head of the MPHil Management Coaching programme at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
If you have problems with your meter reading and billing company, this may come in handy for you.
Guest: Matsotso Vuso – Deputy Chairperson of the South African Metering Industry Association
Today being International Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day, government and interest groups are spreading the message warning pregnant women against drinking while pregnant. Social Development Deputy Minister, Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu launched the 999 Foetal Alcohol Syndrome campaign earlier in the week and one of the major areas of concerns was the Eastern Cape where it is said to be very high. Commentators differ as to what the major problems are around this issue and what the best ways for prevention are. Well, for a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lumka Oliphant – Spokesperson for the Department of Social Development
Guest: Jaco Louw – Project Coordinator at the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research
Let’s speak now to the KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Sipho Hlomuka who promised to come back on the show to explain how he’s dealing with the borehole water problem in his province. One of the issues we touched on with him was pricing. To try and understand how pricing works around the drilling of boreholes, we had a brief chat with Collin Rice, Drilling Consultant and President of the Borehole Association…
Guest: Sipho Hlomuka - KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
The Competition Commission says the latest Essential Food Pricing Report shows that there is a decline in the number of farmers operating, while at the same time the value chain has become concentrated. To cite just one example, there were nearly 4000 dairy farmers in January 2007 but there was just over a 1000 this year. The report tracks the effects of the covid-19 pandemic on food markets. For more on the report, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Marc Wegerif – Development Studies Programme Coordinator at the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology at the University of Pretoria
Dementia is a serious condition which involves memory loss and the elderly are most at risk. It is being reported that this is becoming an increasing problem in South Africa. So, what is dementia, is it preventable or even curable? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Felix Potocnik-Geriatric Psychologist who has a special focus on dementia
Guest: Karen Borochowitz- Founder and Director of Dementia SA (She founded it after caring for her mother who suffered from dementia for 21 years)
We speak now to the South African Social Security Agency about some of the problems they have been facing regarding paying out some of the R350 grants. Many of you have been complaining and not understanding what is going on. Well let’s welcome…
Guest: Fanie Sethokga – General Manager for Grants Operations at SASSA
Today marks World Literacy Day. Although literacy levels have been improving in South Africa, there is still a huge concern about the reading ability of many children at primary school level. There has also been a debate around the issue of using mother-tongue language at schools and multilingualism. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lorato Trok - Author and Specialist Multilingual Editor at Puku Children’s Literacy Foundation.
Guest: Lucas Ledwaba - Author as well as Founder and Editor of Mukurukuru Media
Newly elected North West Premier Bushy Maape says he will prioritise issues of service delivery during his tenure. He won 21 votes while the DA’s candidate Winton Rabotapi received only five yesterday. The North West province has municipalities that are barely functional that have had to be placed under administration in recent years with negative reports from the Auditor-General. So, who is Bushy Maape in the ANC and what dynamic is he bringing to the running of the province?
Guest: Professor Andre Duwenage - Political analyst from the North West University
This morning we take you to the Makana Local Municipality. They have been having problems around drought which affected water supply. Residents complained about service delivery. Around June this year, the municipality obtained an interim interdict preventing protesting residents from gathering in violation of Covid-19.
Guest: Mzukisi Mphahlwa – Mayor of Makana Local Municipality
Guest: Ayanda Kota – Resident and member of the Unemployed People’s Movement (They took the municipality to court of service delivery)
Guest: Siphiwe Maqungo – Director: Legal Advisory Service at the Eastern Cape COGTA
Last week when we spoke to Bryan Hirsch about withdrawing your pension, many of you raised the issue of paying high interest. Many of you asked about how much interest is too high and how much is reasonable. Well, this morning we invited an expert to talk about this issue of interest and to educate us on the subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest:Mariette Tappan - Independent Certified Financial Adviser
The IEC insists that it's decision to reopen registration for election candidates is based on legal advise. The elections body has been criticised for this with some opposition parties saying that this move was meant to purely benefit the ANC which failed to meet the deadline which saw it fail to register more than 90 of its candidates ahead of the upcoming local government elections. The IEC made the announcement yesterday following a ruling by the Apex Court that elections not be postponed but be held between 27 October and 1 November 2021. For more on this we are joined in the line by...
Guest: Terry Tselane - Executive Chairperson at the Institute of
Election Management Services in Africa
Guest: Terry Tselane – Executive Chairperson at the Institute of Election Management Services in Africa
For our personal development feature today we speak to Numair Hussain about attitude vs aptitude. He’s using his personal journey to uplift jobseekers as we all know how difficult it can be these days for one to find a job of your dreams. Some people may argue that it’s easier said than done as experiences on the ground differ. One of the things he believes in is: Dream big, even if you have to start small”. He now joins us on the line to share his experience…..
Guest: Numair Hussain -Head of Finance and Operations at Roche Diagnostics
We speak now to Bonang Mohale, president of Business Unity SA about an open letter calling on the President to include business in building the country. One of the things he talks about how business wants to be part of the solution and speak boldly. Mr Mohale now joins us on the line to share his thoughts….
Guest: Bonang Mohale - President of Business Unity SA
The final draft Constitution 18th Amendment Bill has been adopted by the Ad Hoc Committee to Amend Section 25 of the Constitution to Expropriate Land without Compensation. This brings it a step closer to amending the property clause. The Committee met on Friday to consider the Bill, - clause by clause and voted on it. The DA and Freedom Front Plus objected to the Bill. To explain all of this and what happens next, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Mathole Motshekga – Chairperson for the Ad Hoc Committee to Amend Section 25 of the Constitution to Expropriate Land without Compensation
Some political analysts say that Friday’s Constitutional Court judgment against the IEC will definitely be huge blow to the governing ANC which supported the postponement of the local government elections. The ANC which supported a postponement and has struggled to register thousands of councillors expected to contest the municipal elections. It’s no secret that the ANC is in a lot of trouble with some of its leaders fighting openly in public, on the other had staff members took to the streets protesting against unpaid wages. What has happened to Africa’s oldest liberation movement and how did it find itself here?
Guest: Prof Susan Booysen – Political Analyst
September being Public Service Month, we thought to look at the state of public service in the country and whether it’s improving or getting worse. Sadly a story has emerged from Limpopo where a 24-hour service clinic had its gates locked resulting in a woman giving birth outside risking the life of the baby.
Guest: Zukiswa Kota – Head of Monitoring and Advocacy at the Public Service AccountabilityMonitor, Rhodes University
Yesterday (Sunday) soldiers staged an uprising in Guinea's capital, Conakry stating in a broadcast on state TV that they have dissolved the constitution and the government in the West African state in an apparent coup. The fate of Guinea's President, Alpha Condé is was unclear by late last night. Earlier this year, Mali also had a similar situation where the army took over twice in less than a year. What is it about Africa and the culture of the military taking over? What could we attribute this to? To help us understand this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. David Zounmenou – Senior Research Consultant at the Institute of Security Studies
The news of the closure of iconic Liliesleaf Museum was greeted by shock nationally.Ironically the closure happens during Heritage and Tourism Month.Let’s remind ourselves about the historical significance of Liliesleaf as we listen to this report by Olebogeng Kgosilentswe..
Guest: Dr Unathi Sonwabile Henama – Tourism lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology
Guest: DrSiona O’Connell – Lecturer in the School of the Arts at the University of Pretoria
Guest: Dr Andre Gouws - South African Cultural Observatory (Will check title with him)
We speak now to mother and daughter team who are in the jewellery business. It’s called Isabella Jewellers and Refiners which is the brainchild of Isabella Kobela. She was trained in goldsmithing and rough diamond evaluation who trained as a gold-smith and rough diamond evaluation going it alone in 2008. She was later joined by her daughter Meiki Ngcengeni and as they say the rest is history.
Guests: Isabella Kobela – Founder of Isabella Jewellers and Refiners
Guest: Meiki Ngcengeni – Sales Executive at Isabella Jewellers and Refiners
We end the show by talking to the Association of B-BBEE Professionals as they are hoping to deal with some of the misconceptions around the policy. September is also known as BEE Month and we thought to talk on the issue and remind ourselves as to why this policy was implemented in the first place and since its inceptions, how much changes has it brought with criticism that it benefited the elite? To talk to us on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dumisani Mpafa – Chairperson of the Association of B-BBEE Professionals
Truth and Reconciliation Commission reparations bursary programme was set up to benefit victims and dependents of identified TRC victims. But sadly some of them are not happy with how the funds have been administered and not really sure what the money is supposed to be paying for. Let’s get to understand why some of the beneficiaries are unhappy and also hear from the Justice Department as to what exactly the funds are paying for…..
Guest: Crispin Phiri – Spokesperson for the Justice Department
Over the years, economists and recruiters have been talking about how strict and heavy South African labour laws are. The biggest concern was on hiring and firing of staff as processes are too difficult for employers making them think twice before dismissing an employee. What impact is this having on employer/employee relations and what does it do for our reputation to international recruiters? To help us around this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Tzvi Brivik - Director at Malcom Lyons and Brivik
For our health feature today, our expert will deal with all your Covid-19 and vaccine related questions. The latest developments around this is that the National Institute for Communicable Diseases says it remains confident that despite the various mutations of the Corona Virus, vaccines currently being administered will protect against death and hospitalisation. On Monday night, the NICD announced the emergence of a new variant, C.1.2 which at present has relatively low frequency across the country, at just three percent. Let’s welcome now…..
Guest: Prof Mosa Moshabela, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Research and Innovation - University Of Kwa-Zulu Natal
Let’s tell you now aboutIthala Development Finance Corporation Limited. Their aim is to drive economic development and empowerment, whilst remaining financially sustainable. The nature of their business includes: business finance, industrial and commercial property development and management, retail banking services, home loan products, and insurance services. What are some of their highlights over the years?
Guest: Pearl Bengu - Group chief executive at iThala Development Finance Corporation
Minister for Basic Education Angie Motshekga is calling on the religious sector, parents and other bodies to review their objections to the implementation of Comprehensive Sexuality Education. This follows reports of an increase in teenage pregnancies during the pandemic. Surely this is a huge point of contention for society as a whole, but then since youngsters are falling pregnant, what is the best way to approach the subject? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by….
GUEST: Dr Eli Rosen – Sex Education and Director at Sexy Smarts
This morning we focus on the Okhahlamba local municipality. They are one of the municipalities that scored a clean audit and praised by the Auditor General for maintaining good financial controls. What is it they are getting right and what can other municipalities learn from it?
Following last week’s discussion on withdrawing ones retirement fund, today Bryan continues looking at how you should know if you have saved enough for retirement?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
On the final day of Women’s Month, we talk to a woman who managed to climb the corporate mountain in one of the most challenging male dominated industries. After completing her matric, she faced a financial hurdle which forced her to work and save funds in order to study. One of her beliefs is that a goal-orientated woman holds the power to break down barriers and become a trailblazer. Let’s engage now with her to talk about her journey…..
Guest: Megan Rodgers - Director and Head of the Oil and Gas Sector at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
The Black Business Council said that late payments to contractors and suppliers within a month, is delaying growth of black business. This they say has forced some businesses to shut down.As far as they are concerned, where does the problem lie and what sort of engagements did they have with government regarding this issue?
Guest: Gregory Mofokeng – CEO of the Black Business Council’s Built Environment
We wrap up Women’s Month on a very sour note with the killings of women by their partners continuing in our country. The most recent gruesome murder was that of Nosicelo Mtebeni which is currently dominating the news. How then do we celebrate the month and look at ways to advance women if such incidents are still taking place? Are we perhaps preaching to the wrong people? Is it a question of absent fathers and not teaching the boy child how to behave? Let’s have the discussion as we welcome…
Guest: Busa Ledwaba – Project Director: Basadi Lobby Group
Guest: Mesh Kekana - Founder of Dad in the Pictures
The City of Johannesburg has extended its debt rehabilitation programme as more than 10 000 people have applied. Member of the mayoral committee for finance Matshidiso Mfikoe says that he city and its residents had fallen on hard times due to the Covid-19 pandemic and tough economic conditions in the country. To tell us more on the City’s finances and also why they have taken the decision to extend the rehab programme, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Matshidiso Mfikoe - Member of the mayoral committee for finance at the City of Johannesburg
French President Emmanuel Macron says France and Britain will submit a resolution to an emergency United Nations meeting today (Monday) proposing a safe zone in Kabul in Afghanistan to try and protect people trying to leave the country after the Taliban takeover. Yesterday (Monday) American forces launched a drone strike in Kabul that killed what they say was a suicide car bomber suspected of preparing to attack the airport again. To get a perspective on how the world leaders are approaching the Afghanistan crisis, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Philani Mthembu – Executive Director at the Institute for Global Dialogue
As you’ve hear our conversation last Tuesday during the Municipal Watch feature where the issue of how much the councils are spending on drilling boreholes. My producers managed to bring on one of the companies that deal in this space to find out how the prices are determined. Let’s welcome…
Guest: Collin Rice – Drilling Consultant and President of the Borehole Association
The South Korean embassy yesterday (Thursday) donated equipment to Buhle, a non-profit organisation that raises funds to establish smallholder farms through training and support.Students who go through this programme are able to supply big supermarket chains with their crops. To tell us more on the significance of the donation and how it fits into the greater African farming development, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Bryline Chitsunge - Pan African Parliament's food security ambassador
Yesterday (Thursday) the Maphosa Management Consultants hosted a virtual conference on inclusive and special education particularly the impact Covid-19 had on the schools. Those who have children with special needs know how difficult it is to access these schools and some of the play areas. One of the organisations that took part in the discussions was an NPO called A Chance to Play South Africa and they were presenting on the lack of play facilities for children with disabilities. To talk more on their presentation, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Cynthia Morrison – Director at NPO called A Chance to Play South Africa
The Consumer Goods and Services Ombud yesterday (Thursday) released its annual report for the period ending 28 February 2021. The report indicates that it experienced a 51.5% rise in consumer complaints, up from 9,529 in the previous period to 14,438 cases. Interestingly, complaints relating to goods, services and agreements constituted 90% of all complaints received. To find out more on their findings and also how the public is utilising the service, we are joined on the line….
Guest: Queen Munya – CEO of the Consumer Goods and Services Ombud
A recent study by the South African Medical Research Council and the Perinatal HIV Research Unit has revealed that female sex workers are exposed to extremely high level of violence.
Guest: Professor Rachel Jewkes - Lead Author of the Study and Executive Scientist at the South African Medical Research Council
The SABC is today unveiling a pop-up
vaccination site as part of efforts to assist government reach as many people as possible. The site will offer walk-in and drive through services will operate until Saturday. This is a partnership with the Gauteng provincial government.
Guest: Madoda Mxakwe
A business woman has called on men to do more to end gender inequality in the workplace. Deidre van Rooy says this becomes particularly important in industries that are still male-dominated. So how do we get more men to uplift women?
Guest: Deidre Van Rooy - Head of Marketing and Communications at Altron Systems Intergration
The Director of the cape-based Oakland Dairy Group says the agricultural sector should not be jeopardised by what he has described as dangerous ideology. Ian van Niekerk says he understands the need for land reform but expropriation without compensation is not the answer. He questions the impact that this move will have on food security and on the banking sector. He joins us now on the line…
Guest: Ian van Niekerk - Director Oakland Group
The Independent Electoral Commission is currently undertaking a verification process that seeks to ensure that all candidates standing for the local government elections comply with and meet the standards as prescribed in the electoral laws. Nearly 60 000 candidates are vying for 10 000 seats. There has also been an increase in the number of independent candidates from 855 in 2016 to 944 this year. For more on what this means for politics and democracy in the country, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast – Sinior Lecturer in history and politics at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Just one year into establishing his clothing and footwear brand called Dlozi Ngwana Badimo, Nape Pasha says his business is doing well. He is exporting his products to neighbouring countries such as Lesotho, Botswana, Kenya and Zimbabwe. Let’s find out more about who Nape is and how he managed to get to where he is today and to keep his company afloat when many others were and continue to close down due to the effects of the covid-19 pandemic?
Guest: Nape Pasha – Founder and CE: Dlozi Ngwana Badimo
Infertility is a health challenge that many couples face across the world. In South Africa some statistics show that one in 6 people have infertility problems. But, at what point is infertility diagnosed, how can it be treated and how does the process work? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Gerhard Hanekom - Expert in laparoscopic and endometriosis surgery at Aevitas Fertility Clinic
Digital fraudsters have now redirected their activities to the gambling and leisure industries. This is according to the latest analysis by TransUnion Africa. The financial service sector was previously the biggest target for scammers. So, what has changed? How do companies in the targeted industries protect themselves and their clients? For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lee Naik - CEO of TransUnion Africa
Statistics South Africa’s Quarterly Labour Force Survey shows that unemployment is at its highest since 2008 at 34.4%. This number increases to 44.4% when the expanded definition which includes discouraged job seekers, is used. Most of the job losses were in the formal sector. The survey shows that young people and women are worst affected. For more on this we are joined on the line by a young graduate who has been struggling to secure work…
Guest: Kananelo Khoetsa - Unemployed graduate who is part of the Youth Capital programmes
In our Municipal Watch feature today, we continue with the water woes at the Umzinyathi District Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal. In our last conversation serious allegations of corruption were made by the UDM’s Boysey Gumede who called into the show in early July saying billions of rands meant for a borehole water project were embezzled. This is what he had to say during that interview with among others Mayor Petros Ngubane…
Guest: MEC Sipho Hlomuka-KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Petros Ngubane-Mayor Umzinyathi District Municipality
Guest: Boysey Gumede-UDM in KwaZulu-Natal
There have been many questions since government announced that it is engaging with stakeholders on the proposal that workers be allowed to access part of their retirement savings during times of financial hardship. This idea was first brought forth by trade unions whose members were severely affected during the covid-19 pandemic in the past 17 months. Is accessing part of your funds a good idea? What impact will this have on your future?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
In our personal development feature this morning, we discuss anger management. The outbreak of the covid-19 has led to many changes in the workplace and other areas of our lives. Some of those changes have seen workers being forced to do more with less resources and no rewards while others have lost their jobs resulting in frustration and anger. How do we manage this negative energy and use it in a constructive manner?
Guest: Cornelia Van As-Master Transformation Life Coach and NLP Practitioner at “Organise with Cornelia Life Coaching
The Public Servants Association in KwaZulu-Natal is calling on the Justice Department to institute a probe into allegations that foreign language interpreters are being exploited by some courts in the province. It says they have not been paid their salaries and other benefits for three months.
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu-Public Servants Association Provincial Manager
The International Labour Organisation says lack of education and training for rural women is a barrier to managerial and other leadership roles. It says training and skills development are important if countries like, South Africa, which has 43% of its population living in rural areas, is to meet its goal of ending poverty.
Guest: Janine Espin - Managing Director at Economic Development Solutions
The development, locally, of test kits for covid-19 will help ensure speedy testing. The kits were developed by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research together with biotechnology company CapeBio which is a local business. The SA Health Products Authority has approved the use of the kits. This move will also help South Africa cut down on imports.
Guest: Daniel Ndima-CapeBio CEO
Residents of Khauoe (pronounced RHA-WUNE) village in Matatiele in the Eastern Cape, say they are shocked by Nosicelo Mtebeni's brutal murder. They say images of the University of Fort Hare student’s dismembered body circulating on social media have traumatized them. Mtebeni who was studying towards an LLB, was allegedly killed by her boyfriend. The villagers are calling for justice. Nkululeko Nyembezi reports...
Guest: Mara Glennie-Founder of the Tears Foundation
The Commission for Gender Equality is calling on government to speed-up the process of opening the special sexual offences courts. The call comes as the country is battling an increase in gender-based violence in the country.
Guest: Tamara Mathebula – Chairperson at the Commission for Gender Equality
The debate around whether employees should be forced to get vaccinated is still going on with different views. Earlier Cosatu was encouraging employees to take the Covid-19 jab as a way to help revive the ailing economy, but also said that it would fight any forced vaccinations.
Guest: Sizwe Pamla – Cosatu’s national spokesperson
There’s been a lot of talk on where the country sits when it comes to the acceptance and hesitancy of vaccines. Earlier in the week, it was said men are not going for the vaccinations. Well, the latest survey by the Human Sciences Research Council on this shows that younger people were less likely to be accepting of vaccines than older people. To discuss this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof Narmia Bohler Muller – Divisional head at the Developmental Capable and Ethical State at the Human Sciences Research Council
This morning we talk to one of the successful Tik tok entrepreneurs who makes a living by posting videos on the net. He has attracted the attention of large corporations including Netflix where he features in some of their adverts. How did he get into this and how exactly does it work?
Guest: Lemii Loco (Lehoko) - Tik Tok comedian
Parliament spokesperson Moloto Mothapo yesterday (Wed) said that he found it bizarre that a legal firm would want to stop the proceedings of Parliament after a group called New Nation Movement through its lawyers, wrote a letter to Parliament threatening legal action against the election of former Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula as Speaker. The movement says Mapisa-Nqakula is not fit for the position because of corruption allegations against her and that ANC Caucus members didn’t fully apply their minds to the nomination.
Guest: Adv Paul Hoffman – Director at Accountability Now
According to medical journals, some of the most common diseases that impact our oral health include tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer. More than 40% of adults report having felt pain in their mouth within the last year, and more than 80% of people will have had at least one cavity by age 34.
Guest: Dr Yusuf Jadwat – Specialist in oral medicine and Periodontology in Melroseand currently studying part time at Harvard Medical School
Women who take a career break to be stay-at-home mothers in their children’s formative years are said to be discriminated against. This is according to research by Lunga Tukani who says managers responsible for hiring decisions perceived mothers returning to the workforce after a few years of raising children would be less committed. For more on this, we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: Lunga Tukani – MBA Graduate of the University Business School
The Ethiopian military and its allies have been accused of widespread sexual violence against women in Tigray, using rape as a strategy of war. In a report, Amnesty International says the scale of violations during the conflict in the north of the country amounts to war crimes. The rights group interviewed 63 women and children from Tigray who said they had been raped by Ethiopian or Eritrean soldiers or pro-government fighters belonging to forces and militias from the neighbouring region of Amhara. The report reveals graphic details shared by the women. Ethiopian officials have not responded to the allegations.
Guest: Fisseha Tekle - Amnesty International’s Ethiopia researcher
Yesterday was North-West premier Job Mokgoro's last day in office. The ANC Interim Provincial Committee was expected to formally announce his replacement by last night. Mokgoro, became Premier in 2018 as part of the ANC’s attempt to bring stability in the province. The party says its worried about the collapsed municipalities and the lack of service delivery among other problems. To look at whether this was the right move to replace Mokgoro and what it could mean for the future of the province, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Patrick Dintwa – SABC journalist in the North West
Guest: Prof Andre Duwenhage – Political Analyst at the University of the North West
Guest: Mothusi Montwedi – EFF Deputy Chairperson in the North West Province
The Health Professions Council of South Africa says it has received a formal complaint against Dr Susan Vosloo who allegedly spoke negatively against COVID-19 vaccinations. This then raises the question of where do health professional bodies draw the line when it comes to doctors being vocal with their own beliefs? Are there special rules for Covid-19, or is it for all medical procedures? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Angelique Coetzee - Chairperson of the South African Medical Association
This morning Bryan focuses on steps needed to put in place a solid financial plan for you and the family…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Continuing with the Women’s Month these, this morning we look at issues self-worth and image. So many women are going through a tough time, be it economics, relations or the workplace.How does one handle yourself despite things not going too well?How do you dress, keep your hair neat despite things not looking good?
Guest: Sunaina Lakha – Founder of the Confidence Institute
Guest: Nqobile Nkosi – Beauty and Encouragement Speaker and also Image Coach
The SABC will this coming Thursday be celebrating Women’s day under the theme: “Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights for an Equal Future”. Let’s speak now to one of the panellists to get her views on the topic as we welcome…
Guest: Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi – Chairperson of Tiger Brands
Zambian police yesterday (Sunday) appealed to citizens not to protest on the streets as the votes are counted in the presidential elections - where opposition leader, Hakainde Hichilema has taken an early lead. Zambians went to the polls on Thursday. There have been several incidents of violence and disturbances around the elections. President Edgar Lungu who is trailing Hichilema claimed the elections were not free or fair as it emerged that the opposition leader was leading in early counting. He is running for a third term. This then takes back to that question of why African presidents seem to have a problem in letting go of power. What is it about them?
Guest: Dr William Mpofu – African analyst based at Wits University
Guest(Zambia): Daniel Banda – Channel Africa correspondent in Zambia (We will keep him short as an update)
Guest: Sophie Mokoena – SABC foreign Editor
Let’s tell you now about the R4-billin fund that was set aside by government to assist businesses that were hard hit by the July unrest. The fund will be driven by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition and also the National Empowerment Fund. What is it that SMME need to know and who qualifies and how do they qualify? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nhlanhla Nyembe – Divisional Executive for SME and Rural Development at the National Empowerment Fund
The Special Tribunal was set up by President Cyril Ramaphosa in terms of the SIU and Special Tribunals act 74 of 1996. Their function is to institute civil recovery proceedings deriving from the SIU cases. This morning we find out how they have been doing since their establishment and what funds they’ve managed to recover.To give us an update as to the work that has been done so far, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Adv Selby Makgotho – Spokesperson for the Special Tribunal
The Ministerial Advisory Committee on Covid19 Vaccines says the health sector needs to address the reasons behind the slow pace of vaccinations among men. The Health Department has expressed concern over low levels of vaccination uptake among men and has urged them to get inoculated. South Africa has administered over nine-point-three million jabs so far - with men accounting for around 40 percent of those vaccinated. The daily vaccination rates remain far below the 300-thousand target set by the Ramaphosa administration.
Guest: JJ Tabane – Media Personality and anchor
President Cyril Ramaphosa says he is not creating a "super-Presidency" or instituting a move towards dictatorship by moving state security to his office. He told the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture that the aim was to make it non-partisan and professional. When asked about how the ANC dealt with the issue of the Gupta family, this is how he answered…..
Guest: Tessa Dooms – Director of Jasoro Consulting
South Africa's arms manufacturer Denel says that it hopes to return to profitability within the next five years. The parastatal hoes to this via a restructuring plan which they say will still require significant cash injections to make it happen. Denel has been in the news with unions highlighting the plight of employees who have not been paid their salaries. Let’s find out now from them as to where they are hoping to start as we welcome…..
Guest: William Hlakoane - Interim Group Chief Executive at Denel
The EFF is calling for tougher laws to deal with gender based violence. They would like GBV and sexual crime cases to be made schedule 5 offences so that perpetrators don’t stand a chance of receiving bail in court. This they say will to protect victims from intimidation and further abuse. Could this work in reducing the problem of GBV in our country?
Guest: Lebo Ramafoko -Chief Executive of Tekano Atlantic Fellowship Health Equity South Africa and gender expert
Guest: Veronica Mente – EFF national Chairperson
The United Nations Secretary General is following the unfolding developments in Afghanistan with deep concern amid a deteriorating security environment as the Taliban continues to make rapid gains towards the capital Kabul. The group claims to have captured the country's third-largest city of Herat while intense fighting has been reported in and around the second-largest city of Kandahar. The UN's concerned posture comes after the U.S. Embassy warned American citizens to leave the country as its ability to assist them was "extremely limited" due to reduced staff as a result of the devolving security situation on the ground. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports.
Guest: Ibrahim Dean – Researcher at the Afro-Middle East Centre
The latest Deloitte Global 2021 Women @ Work Report has revealed that almost six in 10 South African women feel less optimistic about their career prospects today compared to before the pandemic. This they say is higher than the global average (51%).
Guest: Justine Mazzocco – Director: People & Purpose Managing Partner at Deloitte Africa
Social media has been abuzz with disappointment of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s cabinet reshuffling. The concern is that young people are again excluded.But then there are those who argue that young ministers have not really made a meaningful contribution or change since taking office. Are we correct in assuming that young people bring new ideas or is it all about fulfilling the party’s mandate? Also how do we find that balance between young and old at cabinet level?
Guest: Tessa Dooms – Director of Jasono Consulting
Guest: Ntsako Mkhabela – Development Practitioner
Guest: Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast – Lecturer in politics at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
I guess in 2021 we are not or should not be surprised as more and more women venture into sectors they historically have been deemed as male dominated. One such sector is that of wind energy. What is it exactly and what is it that attracted our guest to it? What sort of advice would she give to young women who may want to be part of it? To help us navigatethis issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mercia Grimbeek - Chair of the South African Wind Energy Association
As we continue our Women’s Day special today, we turn our attention to women in the arts. Napo Mashiane, poet and playwright is a very busy women in the arts who has recently been appointed Artistic Director of the Sibikwa Arts Centre. We talk to her about her work, achievements and the current project she is busy with. How is she projecting the struggle of women through her work and as far as she’s concerned, where are we still lacking as a country when it comes to this issue?
Guest: Napo Mashiane-Poet, playwright actor and newly appointed Artistic Director of the Sibikwa Arts Centre.
We can’t talk about women advancement without touching on inequality. Our next guest is passionate about issues of potential of women and inequality and also rights and recognising the contribution women have been making over the years.On a day like this where women made history in 1956 by standing up against a brutal system, looking back, how would she describe the current state of women’s rights in our country? One of the things she does is supporting women to know themselves deeply and achieve their goals of personal growth and leadership.
Guest: Shireen Motara - Certified Coach and Founder CEO of Tara Transform
As we mark Women’s Month, we talk to some of the remarkable women out there in amazing professions. Science is one of those field associated with very brainy people and our guests this morning will take us through what they do and what is it that attracted them to this field.Also what do they say to that young girl who may aspire to join the profession? Well, let’s hear it straight from the horse’s mouth as we welcome….
Guest: Dr Reeva Balmahoon – CSIR Research Group leader for artificial intelligence
Guest: Dr Nomusa Dlamini – Food Scientist and CSIR Principal researcher
It's been almost three years since the National Minimum Wage Act was passed and came into effect in the country. The National Minimum Wage Act was adopted in order to address vast income inequalities in the country. But, now labour federation, COSATU, says the enforcement of the Act by the Labour Department is lacking. Mbongeni Muthwa reports....
Guest: Xolile Mpini - Chief Executive at the Langeberg Unemployed Forum
Experts in the property market say that the Low interest rates reaching an all-time high and a notable shift in consumer buying behaviours - makes now the perfect time for buying a home. But for consumers, which is the best option? To buy or to rent?
Guest: Natasha Champion - Regional Sales Manager for Ooba Group
The Global Entrepreneurship Monitor has sadly found that South Africa has one of the highest business start-up failure rates in the world. According to this report, we rank 49th out of 54 countries. How should we interpret this and where would we say entrepreneurship goes wrong in our country? Is it a skill question perhaps? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Antje Hargarter – Head of Stadio School of Commerce
Social Development minister, Lindiwe Zulu has reiterated that everybody has to reapply for the reinstated 350-rand social relief grant. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the grant would be paid until March next year and will now include unemployed caregivers. The reintroduction of the grant by the president follows the looting and violence that hit KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng three weeks ago. Many poor people have been adversely affected by the recent violence. Ramaphosa said 27 billion rand had been set aside for the reintroduced 350 rand grant. To talk more on this and find out who qualifies and how they qualify, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: FANNIE SETHOKGA - GENERAL MANAGER FOR OPERATIONS AT SASSA
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s position as Traditional Prime Minister is being challenged in the courts. Queen Sibongile and her daughters Princess Ntandoyenkosi Zulu-Duma say that Buthelezi should not be allowed to engage in royal wars. They go on to say that the position is constitutionally unrecognised. To try and understand how this position exists and where it comes from, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Zulu Mathabo Zulu - Research Scientist and Director of Madisebo University Research Institute.
Let’s tell you now about opportunities for those who may desire teaching jobs overseas. The good news is that with international borders slowly reopening South Africans can start planning to take advantage of the international demand for English teachers provided that they have the right qualifications. The other advantage is that South Africa is currently vaccinating it’s people which will allow them not to wait in long quarantines.
Guest(Ireland): Tom Gibbons - Director at The TEFL Academy
We speak now to Laura Brooks, about her report which states that registering children under the age of six at ECD centres would not only help in equipping children to reach their full potential but also be one of the most effective ways of creating new jobs in the “care economy”. Interestingly, she says that this has the potential to create more jobs for women as they are the ones working in the ECD centres. To discuss the importance of this report, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Laura Brooks – Contributor to the University of Stellenbosch Business School’s 2021 Women’s Report
The IEC is this morning expected to give an update regarding the 2021 Municipal Elections. Yesterday (Tuesday) Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma said that she is bound by the constitution and other legal statutes to timeously proclaim the date of the local government elections. Dlamini Zuma was briefing the media on developments with regards to the poll which is scheduled for 27 October. She says her proclaiming the date of the election, which will be gazetted yesterday (Tuesday), does not contradict the recommendations of the Moseneke Inquiry that elections should be deferred to February next year nor their acceptance by the IEC.
Guest: Grant Masterson - Head of Programmes: Electoral Institute for Sustainable Democracy in Africa
Two hundred and 64 firearms have been seized from private security companies and several individuals in Phoenix, north of Durban. A total of 36 people were killed during the racial tensions that erupted during the unrest in this area two weeks ago. According to reports from police 30 of these people were shot and killed, four were burnt to death while others succumbed to their injuries as a result of being assaulted. Police Minister General Bheki Cele and KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala briefed the media about the latest developments regarding the unrest in Phoenix. Nonkululeko Hlophe reports .....
GUEST: Lennox Mabaso – Spokesperson for KZN Premier Sihle Zikalala
As you heard in our programme yesterday how that five of the North West Province’s municipalities are among the 45 that the national cabinet has resolved to dissolve. The affected municipalities in the province were already under administration. Some were marred by political squabbles, which led to them having two mayors and two municipal managers at the same time. This negatively affected the provision of basic services. This morning for our Municipal Feature we thought to look at where the problem in our municipalities lie? What seems to be the problem and how can we best overcome it as it’s depriving many communities of basics services? To try and understand this problem and possible solutions, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Thina Nzo – Public Affairs Researcher at the Public Affairs Research Institute
Guest: Prof Kgothatso Shai – Politics Professor at the University of Limpopo
Guest: Nelson Mokgotho – President of the South African Municipal Workers Union
Today Bryan discusses the implications of people withdrawing from their pension funds.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Resuming our Personal development feature we start off by talking about personal development for women. How can women best empower and develop themselves?
Guest: Anja van Beek-Talent Strategist and Executive Coach
August in South Africa is a very special month as it celebrates the achievements of women in our country. The tone was set by the women of 1956 who marched to the Union Buildings protesting discriminatory and unjust laws under apartheid on the 9th of August. Sadly, the problem of gender based violence is still big in our beloved country. How can we celebrate the advancement and achievements of women seeing that this problem refuses to go away? Where can we say the problem lies and what is the most practical way to deal with it?
Guest: Prof Hlengiwe Mkhize –Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and People with Disabilities
Guest: Adv Bernadien Bachar – Director of the Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women
Human rights groups and activists are calling on the country’s acting Minister of Health Mamoloko Kubayi to follow international guidelines by making sure that the Covid-19 vaccination programme is inclusive. The biggest concern is the possible exclusion of undocumented migrants who may fall through the crack. Wits University has added their voice to the call and to find out why this is important, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Jo Vearey – Director, African Centre for Migration and Society at Wits University
While government is pondering how to best assist businesses that are affected by the recent looting and burning of malls, the private sector is coming to the table to assist. One of those is One Linkage, a women-owned technology company. They have launched the #RiseUpSA Campaign which aims to enable corporates to connect with and adopt SMMEs need support.
Guest: Hepsy Mkhungo – CEO and co-founder of One Linkage
Yesterday we spoke to Merle Mansfield - Programme Director of the Zero Dropout Campaign about the high number of school dropouts the country is facing. They say that school attendance is at its lowest in two decades. Reports suggest that fewer students returned to school this year compared to last year before the pandemic and that the dropout rate has tripled. Well, let’s hear now from the Department of Basic Education as to what they attribute this problem to and as far as they are concerned, what is going on as we welcome….
Guest: Dr Stephen Taylor – Director for Research at the Department of Basic Education
SAfm in collaboration with Gift of the Givers are today (Friday) donating food for the school feeding scheme programme, school uniform and hygiene packs at Sicelo Primary School in Meyerton. This is part of the station’s Mandela Month campaign under the theme “TAKE ACTION, INSPIRE CHANGE #ActionAgainstPoverty”. We speak now to Gift of the Givers about their contribution in this campaign and also other initiatives they are involved in around this time of the year as we welcome…
Guest: Tapiwa Marima – Gift of the Givers
This coming Sunday the SABC will be celebrating 85 years since its establishment. The corporation is marking the day under the theme theme: “Celebrating a lifetime of memories” marking key milestones, and achievements with the idea of commemorating a lifetime of South African experiences and memories.
Guest: Stella Ndabeni-Abrams – Minister for Communications and Digital Technologies
The mass looting we saw in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal has no doubt highlighted the problem of poverty in the country. Many commentators have been saying that this would not have happened at that scale if people were employed. Civil society groups have been calling for the Social Relief of Distress and the introduction of a basic income grant. If you may remember that the findings from the UJ/HSRC Covid-19 Democracy Survey showed a public support for such measures.
Guest: Prof Narnia Bohler-Muller – Head of the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State research division at the Human Sciences Research Council
As schools resume, those in the field of education say that school attendance is its lowest in two decades. ‘Reports suggest that fewer students returned to school this year compared to last year before the pandemic and that the dropout rate has tripled.
Guest: Merle Mansfield - Programme Director of the Zero Dropout Campaign
Let’s go to Cape Town now and find out what is it that makes them one of the best cities to work from according to a global housing rental platform, Nestpick. Cape Town came out 16th out of a list of 75 cities. This is higher than New York, Athens and Barcelona. What is about Cape Town that’s put them on the top of the list making the South African flag shine?
Guest: Jeremy Clayton - Executive director of the President Hotel in Cape Town
Let’s talk now about legalities surrounding those who may have been involved in the looting and unrest two weeks ago. If you are an employers and find out that one of your employees was arrested for their part in the looting, do you fire them? What are your legal rights as an employer and employee?
Guest: Phetheni Nkuna - Director in the Employment practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
Riaz Moola is the Founder and CEO of HyperionDev, they have recently secured over R50-million through combined private investments and public crowdfunding. He says that this initiative will benefit thousands of students across the globe who are looking for an accessible and affordable way to learn job-ready, practical developer skills in months rather than years.
Guest: Riaz Moola - Founder and CEO of HyperionDev
This morning we focus on some of the questions the public is asking around whether they can take the jab while having flu, while others want to know why we need to take it twice. Others would like to know the kind of underlying issues that make it worse and what side of side effects can they expect after taking the jab. Well to help us answer these questions, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Richard Lessels-Infectious Diseases Specialist at KwaZulu-Natal Research Innovation and Sequencing Platform
The country's 1. 2 million civil servants will receive a one and a half percent wage increase and monthly cash payments of between 1 200 rand and 1 695 rand month for a year starting from now. This as public sector unions representing 60 percent of the workforce have signed an agreement with the state accepting the new wage deal.
Guest: Terry Bell – Labour Analyst
We speak now to Leon Louw from the Free Market Foundation who made his submission to the City of Johannesburg on its latest Draft Informal Trading Policy. He is recommending to them not to regulate street trading, but rather introduce a Public Space Management Bylaw.
Guest: Leon Louw – President and Founder of the Free Market Foundation
The Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation is this week hosting a dialogue entitled ‘Ecological apartheid: good food for all’. The idea is to explore how the long-term effects of South Africa’s apartheid policies continue to scar the land and its people. This comes especially after last week’s looting that took place at malls in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal which some experts say reflected the poverty that many South Africans are facing.
Guest: Prof. Ruth Hall - of the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies at the University of the Western Cape
Guest: Dr Vandana Shiva - Environmental activist and food sovereignty advocate
Guest: Busi Mgangxela - Chair of the Eastern Cape Agroecology Farmers’ Association and of Women in Agriculture and Rural Development
As today is the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with questions that have come in during the month that are of a similar nature. Please remember that this does not stop you from asking other relevant questions.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
SAfm in collaboration with Gift of the Givers are this coming Friday donating food for the school feeding scheme programme, school uniform and hygiene packs at Sicelo Primary School in Meyerton. This is part of the station’s Mandela Month campaign under the theme “TAKE ACTION, INSPIRE CHANGE #ActionAgainstPoverty”. We speak now to Gift of the Givers about their contribution in this campaign and also other initiatives they are involved in around this time of the year as we welcome…
Guest: Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman – Founder of Gift of the Givers
Although there has been assurance from government that no one will be forced to take the covid-19 vaccine, the guidelines provided by the Labour Department indicate that employers could be well within their rights to compel workers to get inoculated. South Africa has administered more than 6,3 million vaccines so far and it is expected that more and more people will be working from the office once again. So, under what circumstances can a company force its employees to get vaccinated?
Guest: Thembinkosi Mkalipi-Chief Director: Labour Relations at the Department of Employment and Labour
Government has reinstated the social relief of disaster grant until the end March 2022. This was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa during his address last night. He says improved revenue collection has made this possible. He says more people will be able to claim this R350 monthly grant.
Guest: Isobel Frye-Director Studies in Poverty and Inequality Institute
The Independent Electoral Commission says it will be going to court for guidance regarding the postponement of the October 27 Local Government Elections. The elections body has accepted the recommendations of the Judge Dikgang Moseneke Inquiry which says the elections will not be free and fair if they are held in October as planned. Moseke says elections should be held by no later than the 22nd of February next year. This given the current climate in the country. But what does the law say about the deferment of elections?
Guest: Ropafadzo Maphosa-Author and Researcher at the SA Institute for Advanced Constitutional, Public, Human Rights and International Law at the University of Joburg
Thousands of learners are back at school this morning following the winter break which was brought forward as the number of covid-19 cases continued to rise. But for some, there will be no school to go back to after nearly 140 schools were set alight mostly in KwaZulu-Natal during a violent looting spree two weeks ago. Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga says repairing and rebuilding the schools will cost an estimated R300 million. So, what happens now? Where will the funds come from and what happens to learners in those school in the meantime? What about the teachers? Are they well-resourced and prepared?
Guest: Nkosiphendule Ntantala-President teacher union NAPTOSA
The First ever National and Urbanisation Conference has begun virtually today. The Department of Social Development and Stats SA have partnered with other stakeholders and it is hoped that discussions during this meeting will assist with government with issues of policy. Figures show that there are nearly 4 million migrants in South Africa. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Diego Iturralde-Chief Director: Demographic Analysis at StatsSa
Guest: Dr Jayson Musyoka
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga is expected to give a detailed update on the state of readiness ahead of reopening of schools on Monday. School Management and other administrative staff were expected back at work from yesterday. Thousands of teachers have now been vaccinated and primary school learners will go back to school daily from August. But how do unions feel as their members prepare to report for duty? For more on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest:Kwazi Mshengu
Personal safety is one of the most basic needs of all human beings. This could be both physically and emotionally and experts say when people do not feel safe, they are unable to live fulfilled lives. For more on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Bradley Daniels-Behavioural expert
People living with disabilities often find it difficult to find employment. This is due to a number of reasons which NGOs working in the sector have been highlighting for years. Now, there's a company Modern Centric Holding Consultancy which helps people living with disabilities to secure jobs and it is challenging corporate SA to do more as part of Nelson Mandela Month and hopefully beyond. For more on the work that they do we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Zakhele Mgobhozi-Founder and Managing Director at Modern Centric Holdings
The alcohol industry has once again appealed to the government to lift the ban on alcohol sales. It says it wants a clear and detailed plan that will assist with economic recovery. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced a ban late last month which he has since extended twice until Sunday. The sector was also affected by the looting that took place last week when bottle stores and other liquor outlets were broken into and later torched. It has confirmed that more than 500 million rand's worth of alcohol stock was looted.
Guest: Sbani Mngadi-Chairperson of the South African Liquor Brandowners Association
The Western Cape Health Department says the continuing taxi violence in the province is affecting health services. Some clinics had to close in the past few days as two taxi associations CATA and CODETA clashed over routes. Employees and patients could not find alternative transport as buses were also attacked by gunmen.
Guest: Thokozile Tyilekile-Trade union DENOSA’s Western Cape Provincial-Secretary
The organisation Save the Children South Africa says the burning of schools is a serious cause for concern. The NGO was speaking following the recent outbreak of violence and looting in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng during which schools were torched some to the ground. It says some equipment and food stocks for the nutritional programme were stolen...Meanwhile, KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Education Kwazi Mshengu visited some of the schools yesterday. It has emerged that more than one hundred and thirty schools were damaged. Fanele Mhlongo reports...
Guest: Steve Miller- CEO of Save the Children South Africa
Many small businesses have been severely affected by the looting and violence that took place last week in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. Goods and other essentials were stolen or vandalised and the buildings subsequently set alight. Experts say scores of these businesses may not be able to recover. So, what will it take for the owners to be back on their feet and start operating again? For more on how SMMEs can overcome we are joined on the line by....
Guest: Seraj Toefy-Custodian of Entrepreneurship at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
Today marks World Brain Day with a focus on multiple sclerosis. This is a chronic condition which experts call an invisible killer. It affects the central nervous system which is the brain and spinal cord. The Neurological Association of South Africa and other stakeholders say it is important to raise awareness about this disease in order to help with early diagnosis and treatment. For a more indepth discussion on this we are joined on the line by...
Guest: Dr. Dominic Giampaolo-Executive Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa
The SA Revenue Service says there has been an increase in the number of taxpayers who are claiming deductions for working remotely. Companies had to allow their employees to work from home as they heeded governmen's call to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. The 2020/2021 tax filing season opened this month. So how exactly do taxpayers go about making claims for deductions? Is it something one can do on their own or will having a tax practitioner be helpful? Joining us now to clarify this is....
Guest: Dr. Sharon Smulders-Project Director for Tax at the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
The recent developments which saw an outbreak of violence and massive looting in the two key provinces of KwaZulu-Natal and government's failure to manage this crisis shortly after it started, has raised questions about whether South Africa is becoming a failed state.
Guest: Professor Protas Madlala-Independent Political Analyst
Guest: Claude Bissac-CEO of risk consultancy firm Eunomix
Guest: Gerrie Coetzee-Swart-Independent Political Analyst
Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town's Graduate School of Business Cameren Peter says it is becoming more and more important to shift our focus to the role of social media. This follows an admission by Defence Minister Siviswe Mapisa-Nqakula that information that had been making the rounds on these platforms ahead of the violence and looting that has devasted the economies of KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng last week, was accurate. The government security cluster has come under serious criticism for failing to anticipate and prevent the violence despite earlier indications that the situation could worsen.
Guest: Cameren Peter-Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town's Graduate School of Business
Various experts have come together to develop methods that are aimed at assisting municipalities improve service delivery by using technology more effectively. The Municipal Innovation Maturity Index also seeks to measure how capable employees are to learn and adopt ways to turn their municipalities around. Most of the country's more than 200 municipalities are battling to provide basic services to residents. What are these tools and how likely are they to work under the current conditions and state of municipalities?
Guest: Dr. Sithembiso Myeni-Principal investigator for the Municipal Innovation Maturity Index and is also Senior Lecturer in the Housig Discipline in the School of Built Environment and Development Studies at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
Former Constitutional Court Deputy Chief Justice Dikgang Moseneke says holding the local government elections under the current conditions will not result in free and fair polls. Judge Moseneke handed over a report of his recommendations to the IEC yesterday following his inquiry into the matter. President Cyril Ramaphosa had announced that the elections will be held in October but some political parties and members of the public were unhappy about the elections going ahead given concerns about the managment of the covid-19 pandemic in South Africa.
Guest: Lulu White-CEO of Election Management and consulting Agency of Africa (EMCA)
Police Minister - Bheki Cele - says a team of ten specialized detectives will be investigating the death of at least 20 people in the Phoenix area during unrest the past week. Cele says criminal attacks by looters were followed by racial attacks from Phoenix residents. The minister has been meeting with angry communities from townships surrounding the predominantly Indian area, as well as residents of Phoenix. This comes in light of the looting and vandalism in the province. Anda Nqonji reports….
Guest: Prof Mary de Haas – Violence and Research fellow at UKZN
The National Consumer Commission has sent a strong warning to suppliers who may have inflated their prices. They were referring to essential items as reports emerged over the weekend that shops were increasing prices due to the high demand. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the linen by…
Guest: Joseph Selolo
Two men have been arrested yesterday (Mon) following a shooting incident at the Langa taxi rank on the Cape Flats. Police spokesperson, Joseph Swartbooi, says a group of men fired shot at vehicles in the area. Meanwhile, engagements between government and the minibus taxi industry on ending the violence in the province are ongoing. No agreement was reached during talks that the Western Cape Transport Department had facilitated. An independent mediator has been brought in to meet with warring taxi associations, CATA and CODETA. To find out where the talks are at the moment, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Andile Khanyi – Spokesperson for CODETA, the Congress of Democratic Taxi Association
Guest: Mandla Hermanus – Spokesperson for, CATA, the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association
We speak now to former Constitutional Court Judge, Edwin Cameron about why he believes its important. This attracted mixed reactions from some politicians and members of the public. Let’s get the judge’s views on this as we welcome…
Guest: Judge Edwin Cameron - Former Constitutional Court
In a time like this where many business people lost their business due to last week’s looting and burning of property, the big question is where do you begin? What are the practical recovery solutions? Where does insurance fit in and is it wise to use family savings to restart the business?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We’ve seen how residents in the various townships are starting to clean-up the mess from last week’s looting. Many of them have vowed to protect what is left. Let’s hear what some of the community members had to say..
Guest: Rev Mpho George Molebatsi – From the All Nations Evangelical Missions of Southern Africa
The CRL Commission has added its voice in condemning the state of looting that is taking place in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.They have also praised those communities who took charge in defending malls in their areas from being looted. To get their view on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest:Prof David Mosoma – Chairperson of the CRL Commission
Residents of Tembisa on Gauteng's East Rand formed a human chain against looting and violence. They are protesting outside small and big businesses including malls. This amid the spate of looting across the province. Hundreds of community members gathered outside the Oakmoor train station to protect shops that have escaped the looting. Over the past few days, crowds have ransacked and destroyed parts of the Phumulani Mall, Tembisa Plaza and have even attempted breaking into Birchacres mall. Pearl Magubane filed this report…
Guest: Thandiwe Mthombeni – Member of the Total Shutdown movement in Alexandra (They are part of the mopping up operations)
Guest: Nhlanhla Lux – Member of the Soweto Parliament
Yesterday I asked why our mayors at municipal level are quiet and not saying anything. Well, it turns out that the acting mayor for Ekurhuleni which was hard hit by the looters has been very active on the ground. This time around he has been engaging civil society and to give us a sense of what he’s been doing, he now joins us on the line…
Guest: Cllr Lesiba Mpya – Acting Executive Mayor for Ekurhuleni
The Tripartite Alliance says it’s mobilizing their structures and communities against the recent violent looting and destruction in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. They held an urgent meeting of their Alliance Political Council yesterday (Thursday) to discuss the situation and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Alex Mashilo – National spokesperson for the SACP
There’s no doubt that the recent looting has put a huge dent on the country’s economy and investor confidence. Many questions are being asked about how we are going to recover from this and how the international community is looking at us. To help us look at the economic ramifications of this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Tertia Jacobs - Economist at Investec
We turn our focus now on attacks in the media. The very people that are bringing us all the news and information we need to make it on a daily basis are now under attack from those who are engaged in the current looting. Community stations have also come under attack with equipment stolen. What should we read into this thuggery against the media? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Reggy Moalusi – Sanef’s Executive Director
Three of the country’s top editors have written an open letter to President Ramaphosa about his handling of the crisis in the country.They would like to see less talk and more action from the president and to talk more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Adriaan Basson – Editor in-chief at News24
The issue of inequality has come up again as some says is part of the reason behind the current looting taking place in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.Opinions differ though on the subject with views that this is just thuggery and nothing else while some say is due to issues of inequality. Well, let’s get an expert’s view on this and welcome…..
Guest: Dominic Gaobape – Diversity and Inclusive Specialist at Cohesion Collective
Business owners in Johannesburg say they have lost millions or rand in damages after a relentless spate of looting and violence. A car dealer says he lost 58 vehicles which were burnt during a protest on Sunday in Jeppestown. Another owner is in a critical condition in hospital after suffering a heart attack when his business was attacked and vandalised. Tshepo Phagane spoke to some of the affected business owners and filed this report…
Guest: Tebogo Khaas- President of the SMME Forum
ANC Chairperson Gwede Mantashe has urged protesting residents in Vosloorus to refrain from destroying property and focus on stabilising the already battered economy. He visited the Chris Hani Mall in Vosloorus in Ekurhuleni where a number of shops were broken into and looted. Three people were also killed in the last 48 hours during the violent protests. Members of the SANDF were called in to help police quell the situation Ntebo Mokobo visited the trouble-torn township and filed this report….
Guest: Prof Tinyiko Maluleke - Political Analyst based at the University of Pretoria
The Black Business Forum has added its voice condemning the massive looting that is taking place in Gauteng and Kwazulu-Natal. They say that they have counted at least 30 black-owned looted across the country.Let’s get their views as we welcome…
Guest: Sifiso Shezi – Spokesperson for the Black Business Forum
Some of the comments that have been coming through around why people are looting is that many of them are unemployed. But then economists argue that burning the malls will create more unemployment in the country.This is something our guest disagrees with and to engage on the matter, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla – For South African Statistician General (Dr Lehohla says those malls never made a difference in the unemployment figures)
Defence Minister, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, says the number of soldiers deployed to help quell the violent riots and plundering in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng was determined, amongst others, by the cost involved and the assessment of the situation on the ground. Two-thousand-500 troops were deployed to help bring violence and looting to an end, while 76-thousand were deployed during lockdown level 5 last year to ensure people adhere to the lockdown regulations. Police came under severe criticism as they seemed unable to deal with the looting these past few days. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Gareth Newham-Director at the Justice and Violence Prevention Programme at the ISS
The Independent Community Pharmacy Association says that the outbreak of violence and looting in Kwazulu-Natal and Gauteng will further delay the country's vaccination rollout programme. The Association goes on to say that independent pharmacies are among the shops looted and medication worth millions of rands has been stolen or destroyed. To get a perspective from them, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Jackie Maimin – CEO of the Independent Community Pharmacy
President Cyril Ramaphosa says many South Africans have refused to be mobilised along ethnic lines and the looting has now deteriorated into pure criminality. This follows massive looting of shops and malls in Gauteng and Kwazulu Natal. The army has been deployed to assist police. The President says ordinary people - including those who own businesses - have been badly affected by the looting and some people have died in the violence. To get a perspective on how President Ramaphosa is dealing with the situation, we are joined on the line by
Guest: Ongama Mtimka – Political analyst
Let’s speak now to Rand water about the water recoveries they have been making. To tell us more on this and what it means for water supply to their customers, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Justice Mohale – Spokesperson for Rand Water
Leader of the National Liberation Congress in Eswatini, Sibongile Mazibuko says the arrest warrants issued against two members of Eswatini's parliament are aimed at silencing those who are calling for democracy. This is after reports that warrants were issued against Bacede Mabuza and Mduduzi Simelane. Last week, pro-democracy groups embarked on violent protests action and set alight buildings and several shops were looted. Meanwhile, a SADC delegation, which went on a fact-finding mission, has expressed concern about the disruption of economic activity during the pro-democracy protests.
Guest: Hon President Gawzela – Member of the eSwatini Parliament
This morning we bring you a special discussion on the scourge of gender based violence and femicide that has become a cancer in our country. We are looking at the question of young men and GBV. Where are we and is any progress being made? We have a panel of specialists to help us navigate the issue…..
Guest: Mmatshilo Motsei - Founder of Afrika Ikalafe,
Guest: Luthando Vuba - Financial services professional and is currently the Head of Africa-China Trade for the Standard Bank Group
Guest: Siya Hlongwa - Human rights activist
Guest: Given Siqauqwe Sonke’s Communications and Strategic information Manager
Guest: Mesh Kekana - Founder of Dad in the Pictures
Let’s talk now about decolonising the internet. This stems from a discussion held by Media Monitoring Africa, Goethe-Institute and the German embassy.One of the questions they were dealing with is whose stories are being told and who is telling them? What role do the internet giants play in influencing content?
Guest: Nanjira Sambuli – Commissioner on the Lancet and Financial Times Global Commission
Guest: Lorena Jaume-Palasi- Founder of the Ethical Tech Society
Our gust this morning is in the business of creating consciousness in the items one buys. Most of us when buying an item hardly ask ourselves who made it, where it was made and so on. She has founded an eco-friendly market place where the buyer knows the background to what they are buying and to explain to us how she came up with this idea and how it works, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Ellen Cooper – Founder of an Eco-friendly market place called Conscious Lifestyle Collective
Let’s talk now to Soul City about their Pan-African Anti-GBV campaign. It’s a series of discussions revolving around social cultural norms that fuel rape culture, sexual and gender-based violence and issues around consent. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Phinah Kodisang – CEO of the Soul City Institute
The Human Sciences Research Council yesterday (Wed) held a webinar discussing the role the Brics bank plays in financing development in a post Covid-19 world. They also looked at how the Brics Development Bank may be able to help in resolving the economic challenges caused by the pandemic. Since its inception, how much has the Brics Bank contributed to our economy? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Sam Koma – Research Cluster Leader at the South African Brics Think Tank
As you’ve heard throughout the morning that former President Jacob Zuma has spent his first night at the Escourt Correctional Services facility in Kwazulu Natal. Police had warned they were prepared to arrest the 79-year-old if he did not hand himself in by the end of yesterday. The former President was given a 15-month jail term by the Constitutional Court last week for contempt of court, after failing to abide by the Constitutional Court's order to appear before the Commission of inquiry into state Capture. Let’s take you live to the Escourt Correctional Services where our reporter Samkele Maseko is standing by…..
Guest: Rev Frank Chikane –VeteranAnti-apartheid activist
Guest: Prof Susan Booysen – Analyst and author of Precarious Power, a book on the ANC
Former President Jacob Zuma will know his fate on Friday in relation to his urgent application for a stay of arrest. Judgment was reserved until the end of the week. Zuma's urgent application before the Pietermaritzburg High court ran over six hours with lengthy submissions from his lawyer, Advocate Dali Mpofu. His rescission application will be heard by the Constitutional Court next Monday. This past weekend we saw how many of his supporters gathered in Nkandla vowing to protect him against anyone who wants to take him to jail. Some of his supporters openly displayed guns and other weapons. This has left many people wondering what could happen if Zuma is indeed put in prison? Will we see violent situations as threatened by his supporters? What has this done to our psyche as a nation as we are all watching developments with keen interest?
Guest: Dr Saths Cooper-President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
Guest:De Kock, former head of the crime information analysis centre at the SAPS
Today we feature on Orthopedic surgeon, they are the doctors who specialize in the musculoskeletal system. Your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles that are so essential to movement and everyday life. Let’s get to understand what it is they do and also your chance to ask the relevant questions…
Guest: Dr Lerato Nhlapo – Orthopedic Surgeon based at the Life Hospital in Fourways
The Young Nurses Indaba trade Union says that many nurses are underworked as the Covid-19 numbers are on the increase in Gauteng province.One of the things they say is that one nurse is put over four ICU patients. To find out how bad the situation is, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Lerato Mthunzi – President of the Young Nurses Indaba Trade Union
Zimbabwe is today (Wednesday) starting to circulate a new 50 Zimbabwe dollar note. According to the central bank governor about 4-point-2 million dollars, worth of new notes would be injected immediately into the banking system, making it easier for Zimbabweans to use cash in day-to-day transactions. Zimbabwe reintroduced its own currency, the Zimbabwe dollar in June 2019, ending a decade of dollarisation. Is this a sign that the economy is improving? To help us answer this question, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Vince Musewe – Independent Zimbabwean Economist
ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa challenged the South African Communist Party to further advance the agenda of socialism in South Africa. The SACP was celebrating 100 years of existence, through a virtual rally. Ramaphosa went on to say that it is the role played by ANC allies like the SACP that saw the country emerge from the oppression of the country's citizens under the Apartheid government. He says the road is still long, ahead and it will need a united front within the tripartite alliance in order to alleviate all social ills in the country. Let’s get a perspective now from the SACP as we welcome….
Guest: Solly Mapaila – SACP’s first Deputy General Secretary
The Nquthu Municipality is back in the news again, this time around it’s because they have once again been placed under administration. Now if you may be following the news around this municipality, about two months ago Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs minister, Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, overturned a decision in March by the KwaZulu-Natal government to place the Inkatha Freedom Party-run council under administration. What happened this time around? Let’s find out now as we welcome….
Guest: Mbongeni Mnguni (IFP) - Speaker of the Nquthu Local Municipality
Guest: Petros Ngubane -District Mayor of the Umzinyathi District Municipality under which Nquthu falls (IFP)
Guest: Qiniso Ngobese - Nquthu Youth Council Chairperson
We speak this morning to a brand specialist about how you can brand yourself in your career. Has that ever crossed your mind as to how your colleagues see you and how you carry yourself?
Guest: Robyn Young – Personal leadership brand strategist at Brand Heart personal branding
It was the last Tuesday of the month last week and Bryan was unable to engage with you, so today he will be dealing with questions that have come in during the month that are of a similar nature. But remember that this does not stop you from asking other financial questions..
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Former President Jacob Zuma says last night addressed the media where he said that he was sentenced to 15 months jail by the Constitutional Court without trial. This comes after the Constitutional Court sentenced him to 15 months in for ignoring the apex court's order that he continue testifying before the state capture commission - despite his claims that commission chairperson, Justice Raymond Zondo was biased against him. The Constitutional Court will hear Zuma's rescission application on Monday the 12th of July. Zuma went on to say that he is concerned that South Africa is sliding back to apartheid era practices where people were detained without trial. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Professor Sethulego Matebesi – Senior lecturer and academic head of the Department of Sociology at the University of the Free State
Guest: Adv Michael Osborne – Constitutional Law Expert
South Africa has suffered another 333 COVID 19 deaths - taking the death toll to 61 thousand 840. The National Institute for Communicable Diseases says the test positivity rate has top 30 percent - six times the rate at which the virus is said to be under control. The NICD says 16 thousand 585 new cases of coronavirus have been recorded. Gauteng accounts for 57 percent of the new cases, followed by the Western Cape at 11 percent. To find out how the authorities are handling the situation as hospitals keep reporting increasing numbers, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Prof Mosa Moshabela, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Research and Innovation - University Of Kwa-Zulu Natal
Let’s tell you now about the #PovertyMustFallCampaign. It is an initiative for sustainable food production, farming and agricultural education in public schools and Mass job creation by the Khulamani Support Group. What they are saying through this campaign is that they want mobilize South Africans towards a common societal objective post 1994 and showing how economics and human dignity intersect. To talk to us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Marjorie Jobson – National Director for the Khulumani Support Group
Guest: Teddy Zengele – National Director: #PovertyMustFallCampaign
An expert on matters of local governance, has attributed poor performance in municipalities to a lack of skills and the appointment of officials that are not qualified enough to deal with financial matters. This is as the Auditor-General's report on the 2019-20 municipal audit outcomes shows that only 27 municipalities out of 257 countrywide, received clean audits. Irregular expenditure is said to be at 26- billion-rand. In the North West, 12 of the province's 22 municipalities, failed to submit their financial statements for auditing. Those submitted have received qualified reports. Patrick Dintwa reports ...
Guest: Vincent Liphoko – SAMWU Provincial Secretary in the North West
Guest: Fannie Du Toit – FF Plus MP in the North West
Good news for consumers is that the Competition Commission's Guidelines for Competition in the country’s Automotive Aftermarket came into effect yesterday (Thursday). This means that you now can shop around for parts yourself without affecting your car’s warranty as was the practice for many years. To educate us more on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Thembinkosi Bonakele – Commissioner at the Competition Commission
Legendary South African musician Steve Kekana has passed away. The 63 year old died at the Polokwane hospital this morning after a long illness. The artist and qualified advocate was known for his gospel as well as love songs both in English and Sesotho languages. Born on 4 August 1958 in Zebediela in the then-Transvaal, Kekana recorded 40 albums in his music career. The sad part about us as South Africans is that we only remember them when they are gone. How do we use the memories of our departed artists to support and promote local music?
Guest: Dr Sipho Sithole – Industry Cultural Practitioner
Guest: Sipho Mabuse – Legendary South African Musician
Let’s touch base now with the Companies Tribunal. It is an agency of the Department of Trade and Industry which was established in terms of the Companies Act No. 71 of 2008. It was set up to provide speedy resolutions of company disputes and operates nationally. To tell us more on what they do and how they can be approached and the type of disputes they deal with,
Guest: Adv. Ishara Bodasing - Companies Tribunal Member
Here is something that many South Africans have been waiting for, studying at university in your own language. Well, the University of KwaZulu-Natal is collaborating with local and international universities to come up with what they call the Baqonde project designed to develop African languages in higher education. To talk about what it is and how it came about, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Lolie Makhubu-Badenhorst – Acting Director of the University Language Planning and Development Office at UKZN
We speak now to the National Secretary of the South African Leisure Tourism and Hospitality Association, they are an affiliate of Nafcoc. They issued a statement bringing to our attention the devastating effects that the lockdown is having on the township economy. The liquor and restaurant traders are the hardest hit which they say contributes to the unemployment rate the country is facing. To get an idea of how hard things are in the townships, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Richard Zulu – National Secretary of the South African Leisure Tourism and Hospitality Association
Consumers say the current fragile economy is playing havoc with their quality of life and the new municipal tariff increases will make things even worse. Municipal services tariffs for electricity, water, sanitation, refuse removal and property rates for the 2021/2022 municipal financial year come into effect today (Thursday). Tshepo Phagane spoke to an elderly couple and the City of Johannesburg and filed this report….
Guest: Mervyn Abrahams - Programme Coordinator at the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice and Dignity Group
Guest: Gerald Mwandiambira –CEO South African Savings Institute Guest: Isobel Frye - Director of the Studies in Poverty and Inequality Institute
The Constitutional Court is today expected to hand down judgment in a case relating to President Cyril Ramaphosa's 2017 campaign for the ANC presidency. The court will hand down judgement on whether the president did indeed mislead Parliament in relation to donations made to the CR17 campaign. The other issue is whether the Public Protector has the scope to investigate the CR17 campaign.
Guest: Prof Mashupye Herbert Maserumule – Professor of Public Affairs at TUT
Guest: Adv Paul Hoffman – Director at Accountability Now
Auditor-general Tsakani Maluleke yesterday (Wed) revealed that the financial position of about a quarter of the 257 municipalities in the country is in a bad state. She says that the situation is so dire that there is doubt that they will be able to continue meeting their obligations in the near future.
Guest: Natasha Soopal – Senior Executive for Public Sector and Enabling Competencies at the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
Health experts are calling on all provinces to prepare their healthcare facilities for the rapid spread of the Covid19 Delta variant. Health workers in Gauteng are already under heavy pressure as coronavirus patients fill available hospital beds. They warn that South Africa is yet to witness a rapid increase nationwide due to the transmissibility of the Delta variant. Let’s use this opportunity now to understand this Delta variant and how it mutates. What are its origins seeing that many say comes from India?
Guest: Prof Jeffrey Mphahlele - Vice President for Research at the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)
Guest: Dr Richard Lessells – Infectious Disease Specialist at the KwaZulu-Natal Research Innovation and Sequencing Platform at UKZN
The government of Eswatini has expressed concern about the on-going pro-democracy protests. The kingdom has also dismissed as false reports that King Mswati III has fled the country. It re-assured the nation that his majesty was in the country and working with government to advance the kingdom's goals. Protesters demand electoral reforms. And, schools and government institutions have been closed. Motsebi wa Monareng reports...
Guest: Hon President Gawzela – Member of the eSwatini Parliament
Guest: Sibongile Mazibuko - President of the Ngwane National Liberatory Congress (NNLC) in Eswatini
Guest: Dr Sphetfo Dlamini–Political Analyst
The Protection of Personal Information Act or POPI Act comes into effect from tomorrow (Thursday). The Act was signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa last year, but organisations and other state organs which keep personal information were given a reprieve for a year to become compliant with the new law. Some legal analysts have welcomed the legislation saying it will go a long way towards safeguarding the Constitutional right to privacy of individuals. What is it that we as the public should know and what happens from tomorrow to those companies that don’t comply?
Guest: Advocate Pansy Tlakula -Chairperson of the Information Regulator
The Constitutional Court is this morning expected to sentence former president Jacob Zuma’s for the defiance of two summons the Zondo commission issued against him. We take you live inside the court to hear what the judges have to say…… Guest: Mpumelelo Zikalala – Director at Zikalala Attorneys guest: Political Analyst Professor Lesiba Teffo
This morning we feature Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh to get his thoughts on Youth Month. He’s been asking serious hard questions about government’s motive in commemorating the month. Let’s listen to a snippet from his YouTube channel where he was talking about youth unemployment ….
Guest: Dr Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh - Author, scholar and founder of the Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh Xperience (SMWX), a digital, youth-centred current affairs platform
South Africa's vulnerable LGBTQIA+ community believes it's under siege. Less than two months ago, the community spoke of their shock and fear, under the hashtag #JusticeForSpha after the murder of 34-year-old Siphamandla Khoza from KwaZulu-Natal. SABC reporter Jayed-Leigh Paulse sat down with the family of Sphamandla Khoza and members of the LGBTQIA+ community who shared their stories….
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Guest: Steve Letsike – Director at Access Chapter 2
Guest: Sharon Cox – Hate Crimes Manager and Health and Support Service Manager at Triangle Project
The Sol Plaatjie Municipality in Kimberley in the Northern Cape says that it's finalising the last installation work on its bulk water supply pipe line. The Municipality cut water supply to residents on Thursday. The water cut was to allow time for the replacement of air valves and to repair leaks around the city. Let’s find out now what the situation is on the ground as we welcome….
Guest: Reginald Witbooi – SABC journalist in Kimberley
Guest: Themba Gomba – MMC for Utilities at the Sol Plaatjie Municipality
The Delta corona-virus variant, first identified in India, is dominating new infections in South Africa. -- The Director of Research at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Tulio de Oliveira was speaking during a virtual briefing with the Acting Health Minister and other experts, on the current status of cases across the country and the impact of the Delta variant. South Africa is the worst-hit country on the continent in terms of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths during a third wave of the pandemic. Let’s listen to what acting Health Minister and Tulio de Oliveira had to say….
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LINK: To try and understand what exactly this variant is and what impact it may have seeing that the hospitals are full, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa - Vice Chair South African Medical Association
South Africa will be on an Adjusted Alert Level Four of the national lockdown for the next fourteen days. All social gatherings including political, religious and cultural events are prohibited with the exception of funerals which will only be limited to 50 people. On the issue of the liquor trade, Ramaphosa says that a ban on the sale of alcohol will help ease the pressure placed on hospital services by alcohol related incidents.
Guest: Sibani Mngadi – Spokesperson for the SA Liquor Brandowners Association (Salba)
After 30 long years of waiting, 108 claimants will return to District Six in the Cape Town City Bowl this week. One of the beneficiaries for the Phase Three development, 100 year-old Shariefa Khan celebrated her birthday in April. Sixty-thousand people were forcibly removed by the apartheid government as the area was declared a whites' only, 55 years ago. Tanya Krause reports...
Guest: Zahrah Nordien – Chairperson of the District 6 Working Committee (She has many family members who are part of the claimants and will give personal and family history of District 6)
Guest: Karen Breytenbach – Spokesperson for the District 6 Working Committee (Will talk more on the government dealings and being part of the campaign to go back to District 6)
Guest: Auntie Nadiema – Daughter of 100-year-old Mrs Khan who is in the opening PKG)
Guest: Gamza Sydow – Claimant, but not on this batch that’s getting houses now because he is 65 and there are many who are older than him
Exiting news for sports fans is that the SABC yesterday officially launched its 24-hour sports channel, which promises to bring you some exciting and compelling sports content via free-to-air broadcasts and online streaming. The Channel had a partial launch on the 15th of April and now available on various digital channels and to give us details on this,
Guest: Merlin Naicker - Group Executive for Television
The Human Sciences Research Council together with the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development yesterday (Thursday) held a webinar to address the marginalisation of refugees, asylum seekers and foreign workers in the country. They were looking at how the country carries the foreign nationals on issues of vaccination and the economy under the current Covid-19 pandemic. How would they describe the situation and as far as they are concerned, is the South African government handling the situation correctly?
Guest: Dr Steven Gordon – Senior Research Specialist in the Democracy, Capable and Ethical State division in the Human Sciences Research Council
Yesterday (Thursday) we received calls and text messages from teachers who were facing difficulties at some of the vaccination sides. Others say that they were told to come back the next day, while some were misled by fake news of vaccinations running out. Well. We invited the Department of Basic Education to get an understanding from them as to what is happening on the ground.
Guest: Elijah Mhlanga – Spokesperson for the Department of basic Education
Wits University staff and students from the Faculty of Human Sciences are holding a five-day picket to highlight what they deem to be a crisis in the Gauteng health system. They say that the closure of the Charlotte Maxeke academic hospital and the treat of Covid-19 point to a deeper crisis. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Prof Ashraf Coovadia – Head of Paediatrics and Child Health at Wits University
The South African Reward Association says that it has noticed some good behaviour coming of corporates. Some executives are said to have held back their bonuses or increases during the lockdown to help staff members in need. What can we attribute this to and what does it change about the way executives are perceived? Guest: Yolanda Sedlmaier – Chartered Reward Specialist and Executive Committee member of the South African Reward Association
Member of the South African Municipal Workers Union workers in George yesterday (Wed) downed tools over ongoing disputes regarding the payment of Covid-19 danger pay. demanding that they be paid Covid-19 danger pay by June 30th for working during the hard lockdown last year. Let’s find out now from them about what they mean by danger pay as we welcome…. Guest: Dumisani Magagula – SAMWU’s Deputy General Secretary (They will tell us what they mean by danger pay and then leave)
Guest: Bongani Masuku – Director in the Employment Law practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
Yesterday (Wed) while reflecting on parole issues and the misconception it creates for the victims and their families, we received a call from Thabiso in Kroonstand who spoke about the person who raped his niece being released on parole.
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LINK: To get an understanding on how something like this can happen and the kind of criminals that were released under the latest Covid-19 parole we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Logan Maistry - Deputy Commissioner for Communications in the Department of Correctional Services
We focus today on a very spooky business of funerals. Under the current Covid-19 pandemic, the industry has had to go through a lot of adjustments either keeping to the number of people attending funerals or dealing with a corpse. How are they adjusting and also how are their packages affected since the business is modelled around what service they give to their clients?
Guest: Unathi Saul – Co-founder of Abavaleli Funeral Directors
This morning we take it slightly different on health issues. We get to understand how diagnosis work especially now under the current Covid-19 period where pressure is even higher for laboratories as results must come out quickly. Sometimes for either blood or Covid-19 come out positive the one time then later negative. What is causing all of that also what is it that we as the public should understand about diagnosis? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by..
GUEST: Greg Northfield – Executive Member of the Southern African Laboratory Diagnostics Association
As you may have heard throughout yesterday that the family of Leigh Matthews says that they are not interested in meeting their daughter’s killer, Donovan Moodley. The family received a message from the Department of Correctional Services for mediation ahead of a possible parole hearing of Moodley. Many would say that the Matthews family is correct in their reaction. Let’s look now at the why parole of a perpetrator is shunned upon by victims and their families and what is the public’s perception of it as we welcome…
Guest: Luke Lamprecht – Head of Advocacy at Women and Men Against Child Abuse
Members of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Public Enterprises were worried after being brief by Eskom’s management on the status of the Khusile Power Station. More than R140 billion is said to have been used to build the Station, this coming from the R161 billion that was budgeted for. Let’s get parliament’s impression on what Eskom is saying and also the controversy surrounding the power utility as we welcome… Guest: Khaya Magaxa – Chairperson of parliament’s portfolio committee on Public Enterprises
President Cyril Ramaphosa yesterday (Tuesday) announced that the Transnet Port Authority will be run independently. This was greeted as good news at the back of the announcement of a 51% SAA stake being given to a private entity. How should we interpret this and also, is the president taking the right direction towards privatisation? Will it attract the much-needed investment to the country? Guest: Sipho Pityana – President of Business Unity SA
We start off the show by speaking to Carol Paton who penned an opinion piece about how Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan managed to get his way around SAA. One of the things she points out about the airline is how many times it has been bailed out for the 20 years.
Guest: Carol Paton – Editor at large for the Business Day
We go to Mbombela Municipality where small business was worried about the recent 7,8 per cent increase in electricity tariffs. Recently some residents didn’t have water which the municipality attributed to theft of electricity cables. Roads are also in a bad condition. What is happening Guest: Sibusiso Mathonsi - Executive Mayor of Mbombela Municipality Guest: Sam Ngubane – Head of Department in the Mpumalanga Department Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Sifiso Khumalo - Resident
We speak to Dr. Richie Achukwu who has done leadership training interventions for both the private and public sectors in South Africa and many countries around the world. He speaks to us this morning about the importance of good leadership. Also as individuals, how can we be good leaders in our own right? Guest: Dr. Richie Achukwu - Author, Top Executive & Leadership Coach, Leadership Trainer, Group Coach and a leading Transformational Speake
Bryan is today dealing with drawing up a financial plan. How easy is it to draw one and stick to it under the current circumstances? Bryan also comments on last week’s caller about legal judgements taken against them…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
KZN Premier Sihle Zikala and MEC for Economic Development Ravi Pillay are today (Tuesday) handing over millions of rands worth of equipment to SMME’s in the province. This is part of their Operation Vula Fund initiative and to tell us more on it, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Sihle Zikala – KZN Premier
When one goes back in time where we as children played in the street, one can’t help but feel sorry for the kids of today. An NPO called A Chance to Play South Africa and some concerned parents are advocating for children’s right to play and to make us understand why they would dedicate their time for something like this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Cynthia Morrison – Director at NPO called A Chance to Play South Africa
South African companies are said to be under constant cyberattacks at the rate of 577 per hour. This puts the country as the third highest victim in the world. As far as the experts are concerned, why is this happening and what can businesses do to protect themselves?
Guest: Maeson Maherry – CEO and co-founder of LAWtrust
TransUnion’s South Africa Global Capability Centre is bringing some good news regarding the reputation of South African skills abroad. They say that the new employees they are hiring to service their Canadian business and customers are “nothing but best in class service”. They go on to say that South Africa has shown ‘an innate ability’ to develop operating models that provide continuity solutions to businesses, including ‘Work from Home’ models, increased office continuity and community-based operations. What can we attribute this to and what does it say about the demand for South African skills? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Avesh Singh – Head of TransUnion’s South Africa Global Capability Centre
The United Nations marks World Refugee Day this weekend focusing on the power of inclusion under the theme "Together we heal, learn and shine." The Day - previously known as Africa Refugee Day - has been commemorated annually since 2001. The 20th of June that year the world marked 50th anniversary of the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. Some 82 million people worldwide were forcibly displaced by the end of 2020 as a result of persecution, conflict, human rights violation or events that seriously disturb public order. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports…
Guest: Kate Pond – Spokesperson for UNHCR in South Africa
We wrap up this hour by engaging professor Wiseman Nkuhlu as he and the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants will be unveiling their ongoing exercise called Unite 4 Mzansi. One of the things it’s highlighting as hindering the South African economy is corruption which has led to state capture. As far as he’s concerned, how will this initiative help in bringing the practical solutions to the state capture problem we find ourselves in?
Guest: Prof Wiseman Nkuhlu – Board Chairperson at KPMG South Africa
The African Capacity Building Foundation which is an African Union specialised agency will be holding its annual Board of Governors meeting. This body made up of finance ministers from the AU member states will be looking at the impact of Covid-19 on the continent among other things. Also catch up on where the inter-Africa Trade initiative. To talk to us on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Prof Emmanuel Nnandozie – Executive Secretary of African Capacity Building Foundation
As we celebrate Youth Month, the Judicial Inspectorate Correctional Services says that many young people charged with violent crimes are incarcerated in government facilities. The numbers show an increase which raises a huge concern which points to social problems in society. For a perspective on this and where we should be pointing the finger? And also these juvenile facilities, do they really rehabilitate youngsters?
Guest: Karabo Ozah – Director at the Centre for Child Law at the University of Pretoria
Tributes continue to pour in for the late former founding president of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda. He passed away yesterday (Thursday) at a military hospital. Kaunda has been a great friend of South Africa and other countries as it he housed many liberation movements including the ANC in his country. Radio Freedom also operated from there and we speak now to one of the former directors of that station as we welcome.. Guest: Thami Ntenteni – Former Director at Radio Freedom which was based in Zambia
Tributes continue to pour in for the late former founding president of Zambia, Kenneth Kaunda. He passed away yesterday (Thursday) at a military hospital. Kaunda has been a great friend of South Africa and other countries as it he housed many liberation movements including the ANC in his country. Radio Freedom also operated from there and we speak now to one of the former directors of that station as we welcome.. Guest: Thami Ntenteni – Former Director at Radio Freedom which was based in Zambia
This week being World Allergy Week, the focus is on anaphylaxis risks, treatment, and prevention. Anaphylaxis is said to be a severe life-threatening allergic reaction to food, insect venom and medications. The sad part is that the number of people who are experiencing it around the world is said to be rising. Guest: Prof Johan Peter – Head of the Allergy and Immunology Unit and also Head of the Division of Allergology and Clinical Immunology in the Department of Medicine at the University of Cape Town
Last week we received a call from Tladi in Vanderbylpark complaining about unfair treatment by a debt councillor. Let’s take a listen to what he had to say…..
Guest: Timmy van der Grip – Legal Advisor in the Debt Counselling Department at the National Credit Regulator
As you may have heard in the beginning of the week that the Mpumalanga Education Department has suspended classes at Witbank Technical High School in Emalahlni. This follows a clash by parents and community members outside the school, demanding that the school be closed due to claims of racism and discrimination. It is believed that the protest was sparked by a fight between a white and black pupil. Motsibi wa-Monareng filed this report….
Guest: Roy Gluckman – Founder and MD of Cohesion Collective
We speak now to Kgaugelo Mogapi who is the Managing Director of KELE Engineering and Construction. She is praised to be one of the successful start-up stories. She is part of Anglo American Platinum's inclusive procurement programme where she maintains and repairs air-conditioning systems in mobile equipment across their site. Where did it all start for her and why this particular sector? Guest: Kgaugelo Mogapi - Managing Director of KELE Engineering and Construction
The Gauteng High Court has ruled that South African arms companies that may have supplied weapons to countries in conflict which were used against civilians be made public. This is a major victory for Open Secrets and the Southern African Litigation Centre who took the matter to court. Guest: Michael Marchant – Head of Investigations at Open Secrets
Guest: Hannah J. Dawson - Senior Researcher, Southern Centre for Inequality Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand. Guest: Ayanda Kota – Member of the Unemployed People’s Movement Guest: Senzelwe Mthembu – Researcher at the Centre for Social Development in Africa Guest: Marcia Ramodike – Author of ‘From an Empty Pride to a Full Price’ (A book on Black tax) Guest: Morongwa Mothiba – CEO of Laude Vision, and IT company that 100% women owned (She is launching workshops to help graduates and skilled professionals who lost their jobs due to Covid-19)
• Boiketlo Shuping • Yola Mafuna • Nonjabulo Khoza • Winnie George • Onesimo Cengimbo • Sabelo Nyathi • Kganyo Mleteni • Katlego Rabalao • Bongani Dlamini • Thlologelo Mehlape • Aphelele Rana
As you heard last night from President Cyril Ramaphosa that the country is officially on alert level 3. The president said that hospital admissions are increasing daily as infections rise. The different sectors were worried that some of the provinces may be shut as well as the liquor sector, but instead he just cut down the days. To get an overall view on the latest announcement, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Kashif Wicomb – President of the Progressive Professionals Forum
Let’s take you to the Mnquma Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape. It’s one of the municipalities that are said to have improved in the 2018/19 financial year. What is the current state of service delivery and financial standing?
Guest: Councillor Sthembiso Ncetezo – Executive Mayor for the Mnquma Local Municipality Guest: Mike Qunta - Resident
Guest: Nonceba Madikizela-Vuso – Spokesperson for the Amathole District Municipality
Darius Tabane talk to us about reaching one’s full potential. He wrote a book entitled When I grow up which he wrote during the lockdown. One of the things he points out in the book is about positively influencing other people. What is that one thing he would say pushed him towards greatness and what is it that holds a lot of people back?
Guest: Darius Tabane –Author of When I Grow Up
Today Bryan educates us about uunderstanding the difference between healthy and unhealthy debt….
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
More than half of students at institutions of higher learning in South Africa feel that hard lockdown has jeopardised their academic pursuits. This came out of the results of a study done on the impact of COVID-19 on students in the Post School Education and Training Sector. Higher Education Minister, Blade Nzimande launched the report at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in the Western Cape earlier today. Nzimande says COVID-19 has had a severe impact on the higher education sector. He says since mid-October last year COVID-19 cluster outbreaks have been experienced at institutions of higher learning in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Western Cape, North West and Gauteng. What sort of impact has there been for the institutions of higher education and what is it that they can do?
Guest: Professor Ramneek Ahluwalia – CEO of Higher Health
Last week while addressing the National Council of Provinces, President Cyril Ramaposa was asked a question around dealing with the environment, especially issues of pollution. Pollution in our country is something that environmentalists keep warning against especially the damage it causes in our rivers and ocean. Also a lot of illegal dumping is happening in many of our communities.
Guest: Barbara Creecy – Minister of Forestry and Fisheries and Environmental Affairs
The pharmaceutical industry has become key in this period of Covid-19 as they are looked upon to give direction in the manufacturing and distribution of vaccines. COO of the Innovative Pharmaceutical Association of South Africa has written a pieces where he says the solution lies in their industry’s partnership with government. As far as he’s concerned, how then do they deal with issues of pricing and so on?
Guest: Bada Pharasi – Chief Operations Officer at the Innovative Pharmaceutical Association of South Africa
G7 nations have committed to sharing one billion vaccines doses by next year - but President Ramaphosa has said he believes a TRIPS waiver is still the best way to get the world vaccinated against Covid-19. South Africa was invited to join this year's Summit in the UK as a guest. But despite not being able to come away from discussions with a TRIPS deal signed and seas, President Ramaphosa says South Africa's message has been heard. Laura Makin-Isherwood has this report…….
LINK: As the African continent, is there anything worth celebrating from the G7 outcomes this time around?
Guest: Victor Kgomoeswana - Author of Africa is open for Business (Economics)
Guest: Elizabeth Sidiropoulos – Chief Executive of the South African Institute of International Affairs (Politics) SHE WILL LEAVE AT 10:30
Guest: Professor Thumbi Ndung’u - Deputy director of the African Health Research Institute (Vaccines)
Guest: David Monyae - Director of the Centre for Africa-China Studies at the University of Johannesburg (Afro-China relations)
The National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa is not happy with the amendments to the Electricity Regulation Act announced last week by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Their worry is that since private entities will be allowed to produce their own power of up to 100MW, this could mean less revenue for Eskom. To get an understanding of what it is they would’ve liked the president to do regarding Eskom
Guest: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola – Spokesperson for the National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa
Covid-19 is impacting the well-being of children. Not only are children being infected with the virus, but the disease is also affecting their psychological well-being. Experts say many children are developing anxieties and depression after losing parents and relatives to the virus. Tshepo Phagane compiled this report
This Sunday marks International Albinism Awareness Day and sadly though that even in 2021 we are still seeing incidents where they are killed. Nompilo Dladla is presenter of an upcoming documentary entitled Soneni, what have we done? She’s on a mission to educate society about albinism. Let’s speak to her and others living with this condition to talk abo
Guest: Nompilo Dladla – Ambassador of Albinism Awareness and Educational Campaign and also Founder of NSD career and training Institution
Guest: Reality Mqathi – Person living with albinism
Guest: Nomasonto Mazibuko - Founder and National Director of Albinism Society of South Africa
Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola this morning (Friday) gave an update on the ratification of the treaties regarding extradition and mutual legal assistance between South Africa and the United Arab Emirates.
Guest: Ronald Lamola – Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
Police have disarmed and arrested a man after a two hour hostage drama in the Durban CBD. It took place in a pension office on the 13th floor of a building. The suspect is said to have been armed with a firearm and an explosive device that was strapped to his body. Bystanders say the man was angry when he entered the building and said he was going to demand his pension. Let’s speak now to the PSA about the frustrations around government pensions as we welcome.. Guest: Reuben Maleka- General Manager at the Public Servants Association
As we mark International Level Crossing Day today, a bakkie driver died about three days ago in the Western Cape after his vehicle collided with a train. Last month two people died in the Free State when their vehicle collided with a train.
Guest: Richard Bucksey - Systems Configuration Manager at Traxtion
On our Labour Talk feature this morning we look at the new tax rules for employee travel and meals. Employees won’t be happy to hear that any amount that is reimbursed over R139 and above this limit per day is fully taxable.
Guest: Tarryn Atkinson – Deputy Chair of SAICA’s National tax committee and head of employees tax and benefits at Firstrand
We all know by now that our country is facing a serious water shortage with some provinces painting a very bleak picture. Well, this morning we thought to speak to Royal HaskoningDHV, a global independent engineering and project management consultancy that has been dealing with water supply issues among other things. They are of the view that South Africa needs to think innovatively about ways of reducing water demand and availability outside of the traditional engineering solutions of infrastructure development. Let’s get their views now as we welcome…..
Guest: Dominic Collett - Urban Development Engineer & Smart City Specialist at Royal HaskoningDHV
For our SMME feature this morning we feature Kedibone who is CEO of Ramtsilo Trading. She is in the business of construction with her sister and they have developed bricks using recycled plastic. Who thinks about something like this and how did the idea come about? Guest: Kedibone Tsiloane - CEO of Ramtsilo Trading
This morning we focus on the window to our souls, our eyes. How many of us actually take care of our yes or is it that one thing we only worry about when we can no longer see clearly?
Guest: Rita Teka – Optometrist based in Pretoria
The Institute of Race Relations is warning that the proposed changes to the country’s gun laws will place women at greater risk of gender-based violence. To get an understanding on which aspects they are talking about and also get the perspective of a woman gun owner, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Amy-Claire Morton – analyst at the Institute of Race Relations
Guest: Tshepi Mmekwa - Spokesperson for Girls On Fire (She owns a gun) guest: NANA NGOBESE - LEADER OF WOMEN FORWARD - SHE IS ON THE LINE
The Democratic Alliance says while it welcomes the placing of Health Minister Zweli Mkhize on special leave, President Cyril Ramaphosa should have suspended him. The President's decision comes as Mkhize is facing allegations of his involvement in the irregular Digital Vibes contract. This is a very important development as this department is very crucial especially during this Covid-19 period. Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane who is the Minister of tourism will serve as acting minister of health until further notice. One would expect that the Deputy Minister would be the one standing in, but it’s not so. Earlier my colleague Ste[hen Grootes spoke to SAFTU General Secretary Zwelinzima Vavi on the issue of Deputy Ministers… Guest: Kagiso Pooe – Senior Lecturer at the Wits School of Governance
Today the spotlight falls on the Msunduzi Municiplaity. They have been battling power outages, reports of poor service delivery, filth in the city and financial problems. What is the current state of the municipality and how are they planning to turn the situation around? Let’s hear now from our panel as we welcome…. Guest: Mzimkhulu Thebolla – Executive Mayor at Msunduzi Municipality Guest: Sabelo Gwala – SALGA KZN Executive Officer
Guest: Jay Jugwanth – Community activist under the Msunduzi Municipality
Simphiwe Masiza is CEO of Empowerwox Leadership and Transformation and he has recently launched his book entitled Pitcher at the Fountain of Wisdom. It’s a collection carefully selected sayings from around the world, with unique insights from Simphiwe Masiza who highlights the wisdom found in each saying.
Guest: Simphiwe Masiza – CEO of Empowerwox Leadership and Transformation
Last week many of you raised the issue of funeral policies and what one should look at when choosing. Well Bryan will specifically look at this today and the value they add when it comes to your finances…..
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
You still remember that chanting a few years ago? Well, we speak now to Pauli van Wyk who has revealed new developments in the VBS story. The latest from her is that Brian Shivambu who is brother to the EFF’s Floyd Shivambu has agreed to pay back R4.55-million in favour of Vele Investments which was the majority shareholder in VBS Mutual Bank.
Guest: Pauli van Wyk - Investigative journalist at Daily Maverick
The South African PRM Youth made their submission for the African Peer Review Mechanism as the country will soon undergo its second review. They have identified nine governance issues to be included in their submission. Some of those include social cohesion and security. Just as background, the submissions were compiled by young people and civil society organisations during the course of 2020 and 2021, under the guidance of the South African Institute of International Affairs and Jasoro Consulting and to talk more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Steven Gruzd – Head of African Governance and Diplomacy Programme at the SA Institute of International Affairs
Guest: Sibusiso Mazomba - Participant
Guest: Kagiso Segage - Participant
The secretary general of the United Nations Antonio Guterres, has expressed outrage at the killing of a large number of civilians in Burkina Faso over the weekend. Officials there say more than 160 people have died after an attack by so called Jihadists on the village of Solhan near the borders with Mali and Niger was the worst in recent years. In Nigeria, 88 people are said to have been killed in the Kebbi state where the attackers are said to have swept through eight villages, sending residents fleeing. You may also remember the resent attacks in Mozambique. To find out why we are seeing mass attacks on the continent and whether Africa is becoming fertile ground for terrorism, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr. David Zounmenou – Senior Research Consultant at the Institute of Security Studies
A report into the economic impact of the sugar tax has revealed a negative impact on the industry and the economy. The report has revealed that 16-thousand 621 job have been lost which resulted in a R653 million decline in investment into the economy. To get a perspective from industry on this, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Lawrence Mbalati – Head of the Healthy Living Alliance (HEALA)
As South Africa faces a potential third wave, government is being urged to speed-up the process of vaccination. President Ramaphosa recently announced the move to an adjusted level two lockdown amidst fears of a potential third wave in the coming weeks. At the rate we are going, how likely is government to achieve its target of vaccination and we as a nation, should we be worried?
Guest: Shabbir Madhi - Professor of Vaccinology at the University of the Witwatersrand
Many of you have been calling into the show to talk about the impact nyaope is having on communities and lives of young people who become addicts. Well this morning we thought to bring the subject on board and try to understand where the problem lies and why it’s so popular in our townships. Let’s listen to this report from Malhaku Komani who spoke to some of the addicts and Tembisa and filed this report….
Guest: Pitso Maleka – Entrepreneur and owner of PM Grave Closure Guest: Natrishka Naidoo – Operations Director at Assisted Recovery Centres of Africa (The deal with a lot of nyaope cases) Guest: XOLANI NDLOVU - FORMER NYAOPE USER Guest: ABEDNIGO MALULEKO - CURRENT USER
The South African Medical Association has this week made their presentation in parliament reaffirming their stance on the NHI. They were presenting their submission to the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Health where they said that while they support some provisions, others lack essential detail which has far-reaching consequences for NHI implementation.
Guest: Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa – Member of the Board of Directors at the SA Medical Association
Many cyber experts have welcomed the President’s signing of the Cyber Crimes Bill with some saying it’s the correct response to the current dangers we are finding ourselves in. One of the things experts are highlighting is that the bill criminalises the distribution of “harmful” data messages on social media apps. One wonders how many social media users understand what this means? Guest: Verlie oosthuzen – Partner at Shepstone and Wylie Attorneys and head of social media law department
Eastern cape MEC for Social Development on Tuesday launched her campaign called Sisonke Sizaphumelala Campaign to deal with the effects of Covid-19. She is also incorporating it with the Child Protection Month initiative as many children are said to be starving in her province. What new thing is she bringing to turn the situation around? Guest: Siphokazi Lusithi – Eastern Cape MEC for Social Development
A study the University of Stellenbosch Business School that looked into how organisations should deal with a crisis has highlighted how an employee-centred approach is good for employees, and for organisations too. It goes on to say that uncertainty, insecurity, fear and anxiety can impact negatively on employee productivity and engagement. To engage further on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Leana Kotze – MBA graduate at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
Public Enterprises Minister, Pravin Gordhan, says once a new equity partner is appointed, South African Airways will have to stand on its own and cannot expect any financial assistance from government. Gordhan says negotiations with the prospective strategic equity partner are at an advanced stage and that the decision will be announced in the next four to six weeks. Joseph Mosia reports...
Guest: Lerato Mantambo – Chairperson of the NTM Pilots Forum
Guest: Greg Pillay – Secretary-General of the NTM Pilots Forum
For our SMME feature this morning we speak to Allon Raiz, CEO of business incubator, Raizcorp. This is the back of the release of the unemployment figures as more young people are being urged to start their own businesses. We speak to him as someone who is involved in incubation to talk about the difficulties faced by those who enter the space of entrepreneurship and what it is that they should know. Where does one start as a young person? Guest: Allon Raiz - CEO of business incubator, Raizcorp
The Black Business Council held its summit yesterday calling for 70% of the economy to be transferred into black hands by 2030. They go on to say that transforming the economy should be a priority for the government and its social partners as it tries to take the country into a recovery path from the Covid-19 pandemic. As far as they are concerned, where does the problem of transformation lie and what challenges do black industrialists face?
Guest: Sandile Zungu – President of the Black Business Council
Today we focus on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. According to medical journals, it is a mental illness that causes repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations or the urge to do something over and over again. Guest: Prof Renata Schoeman – Psychiatrist in orivate practise and head of the MBA in Healthcare Leadership at the University of Stellenbosch’s Busines School
Dr Imtiaz Sooliman who is the founder of Gift of the Givers says that the he got requests for water from the Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital. He says that even the areas around there are affected.
Guest: Imtiaz Sooliman – Founder of Gift of the Givers
Guest: Dr Freddy Kgongwana – Deputy Director General for Health services in the Gauteng Health Department
Guest: Etienne Hugo – Spokesperson for Johannesburg water
We are joined now by KZN Premier Sihle Zikala to talk about the Operation Sukhuma Sakhe. This is the premier’s call for the people of his province to overcome issues that are destroying communities such as poverty, unemployment, crime, substance abuse, HIV & AIDS and TB. Through this programme, the Premier will be address stumbling blocks that are hindering the progress of service delivery to improve the lives of people at Ndumeni Local Municipality. He now joins us on the line to talk about what he’s hoping to achieve through this operation…..
Guest: Sihle Zikalala – KZN premier
Today we zoom into the Mogale City Local Municipality. They’ve been in the news recently for issues of land, housing and water problems. There’s also been reports of the mayor’s daughter unfairly benefitting from a 9-million tender by the city. This is something that the mayor has denied. Well, lets talk now about the state of the municipality as we welcome… Guest: Councillor Francis Makgatho – Executive Mayor of Mogale City Local Municipality Guest: Sipho Ntuli – Chairperson of Mogale Concerned Residents
Gail Cameron talks about the use of the voice as part of the communication and presentation skills. This is where voice training becomes important for us to get to the point where its easy, powerful and interesting for others to listen to us without sounding forceful. To explain how one can achieve this, we are joined on the line by.. Guest: Gail Cameron – Founder and MD of the Image Excellence Group
Last week was the last Tuesday of the May, and normally Bryan deals with questions that have come in during the month that are of a similar nature. So, since we didn’t have him last week, he will then deal with all the questions you may have. Let’s start off with some of the questions that have already come in…. GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We end the show by talking to Mondli Makhanya, Editor-In-Chief of the City Press. He wrote a piece yesterday questioning how those implicated in the killings of anti-apartheid activists through the TRC have not been prosecuted. Could there be secret deals he asks? Also the fact that all the ANC presidencies since have been reluctant to follow up on what came out of the TRC? Let’s pick his brain now to find out what he thinks could be behind this attitude?
Guest: Mondli Makhanya - Editor-In-Chief of the City Press
Last week Wits University launched the Public Economy Project which does research into public financial management. Prof Michael Sachs who is the coordinator of the project talks to us now about the paper he penned which looks into how we as a country arrived at the fiscal crisis we currently find ourselves in? How much did politics play a role in it and also the transition from apartheid to democracy, what happened there and how much of that became a factor? To discuss this, Prof Sachs now joins us on the line…
Guest: Professor Michael Sachs - Coordinator of the Public Economy Project at Wits. He is also Adjunct Professor at the Southern Centre for Inequality Studies
The KwaZulu-Natal Government has signed a landmark agreement with the Egyptian headquartered export-import bank, Afremix. This comes as the province continues to reposition itself as a gateway to Africa and a meaningful participant in the African Continental Free Trade Area. Last week, the investment entity of government, Trade and Investment KZN hosted a dialogue on unlocking the opportunities for the Province presented by the continent’s market of 1 point 3 billion people with a combined gross domestic product of 3,4 trillion dollars. But the advent of the Covid-19 pandemic and lack of investment in infrastructure could inhibit the positive sentiment permeating the province right now.
Guest: Mr. Ntsiki Mashimbye – South Africa’s Ambassador to Egypt
Guest: Frederick Seidu – Senior Specialist: Trade and Corporate Finance Intra-African Trade Initiative at Afreximbank
Guest: Neville Matjie - Chief Executive Officer of Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal
Guest: Malefetsane Setaka – Port of Durban Engineer at Transnet
Good news for unmarried fathers is that under the Children's Amendment Bill, they will have full access to their children. One of the things the bill is proposing is that a person who has custody of a child may not deny the other with parental responsibilities access to the child unless there’s an order of the court to that effect. Let’s look now at the practicality of the Bill as we know that not all situations are the same. How does it deal with those in between issues of the irresponsible father who may want to abuse the system? To discuss this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Nokzola Mndende – Director of the Icamagu Institute
Guest: Castro Musinyali – Chairperson of the organisation: ‘We are fathers, we are parents’
Guest: Zitha Hasungule – Senior Project Coordinator for the Centre for Child Law’s Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Unit
Many of you have been calling the show complaining about water supply in your different areas. Even through our Municipal Watch feature, water is the top of the issues you raise. Will this morning we have Deputy Minister for Water and sanitation David Mahlobo who tabled his Budget Vote earlier in the week. Let’s use the opportunity to find out what his plans are to deal with the problem….. Guest: David Mahlobo – Deputy Minister for Water and Sanitation
As the fourth industrial revolution is advancing in a very fast pace, those in the technology sector are asking whether South Africa is ready for the Digital Skills Curriculum? Our guest is of the view that the link between Mathematics and Coding and Robotics, and the role of language in teaching and learning, need to be considered before the country’s schools can be ready for such a technically advanced subject. Guest: Dr Benadette Aineamani - Director of Product & Services at Pearson Africa
Let’s touch base now with the Companies Tribunal. It is an agency of the Department of Trade and Industry which was established in terms of the Companies Act No. 71 of 2008. It was set up to provide speedy resolutions of company disputes and operates nationally. To tell us more on what they do and how they can be approached and the type of disputes they deal with, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Khatija Tootla – Member of the Companies Tribunal
Human Rights Watch has released a new report on how the Covid-19 pandemic is fuelling child labour. Ghana, Uganda and Nepal are pointed out as culprits in the rise of this practice. Some of the contributing factors are the economic impact and school closures. To discuss this further, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Jo Becker - Advocacy Director in the Children’s Rights Division at Human Rights Watch
We do part two on service delivery issues at the Sekhukhune/Elias Motsoaledi region based on a voice note that was sent in by a resident of Danalton about service delivery issues they are facing. Two weeks ago we spoke to the Sekhukhune District Municipality and today we focus on the Elias Motsoaledi Municipality and the problems they are facing on the ground. Let’s remind you of the issues that were raised in the voice note…..
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LINK: To deal with the issues, we welcome… Guest: Cllr Julia Mathebe – Mayor of the Elias Motsoaledi Municipality Guest: Basikopo Makamu – Limpopo’s MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Bashimane Madihlaba – He is with the Ward 23 Development Forum (They have taken their issues to the Public Protector out of frustration. He says there are pipes in his area and diggings from a project that was never completed for many years. They also don’t have water, pipes have not been installed. They fall under the Elias Motsoaledi Municipality
The KZN MEC for Human Settlements and Public Works, Ntuthuko Sibiya tabled his 21/2022 budget vote speech last week with promises of dealing with the backlog of paying service providers. He also spoke of doing more to altering what he calls “skewed” economic patterns, which includes the provision of office accommodation for all government departments. The MEC now joins us on the line to talk about his vision….. GUEST: Jomo Sibiya – KZN MEC for Human Settlements and Public Works
Since the outbreak of Covid-19, there has been calls for more to be done to convey messages in the different indigenous languages. Last week stakeholders including government held a panel discussion on how to go about this and to tell us where the process is at the moment and what came out of the discussions, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Xolisa Tshongolo – Acting CEO for PanSALB
Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi got a tongue lashing from Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts, Scopa over the financial state of the Compensation Fund. The committee has ordered him to conduct a full forensic investigation after very worrying findings from the Auditor General. To find out what some of the things are that Scopa was not impressed with and what they would like to see happen moving forward, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mkhuleko Hlengwa – Chairperson of Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts
*This feature is brought to you by the KZN Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs
We speak to the KZN MEC for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Sipho Hlomuka reflecting on his department’s Budget Speech which he tabled on Friday. One of the hard issues he’s hoping to deal with is the spate of attacks on traditional leaders in the province. He also praised his department for what he calls “remarkable achievements” on the delivery of water, electricity, and sanitation. He joins us now on the line to further elaborate…..
Guest: Sipho Hlomuka – KZN MEC for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs guest: NONALA NDLOVU - HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS COGTA KZN
Let’s turn our focus now on the arts by talking about a Sesotho film starring the late South African icon, Mary Twala. The film called ‘’This Is Not A Burial, It’s A Resurrection’ has taking international film festivals by storm. In the film, the highlights the plight of a village that is about to be forcefully moved with worries from the locals about what happens to the graves of their loved ones. To tell us more on this and what it is that made it standout on international platforms, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Makhaola Ndebele – One of the main actors in the film
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
We wrap up the show by talking to Knorr about their Plate of the Nation annual event that discusses the eating habits of the South African population, the impact it has on their health and food sustainability for the future. The aim of the project is to help South African’s change their plate to eat for good and influence the nation to eat better. To tell us more on this and how they are going about it, we are joined Guest: Chrislynn Ramdeo - Marketing Manager - Knorr Masterbrand
Kagiso Trust says it welcomes the Practice Note which was gazetted by Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patel. The minister gazetted the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment status of non-profit development agencies and the vital role they play in eradicating poverty and creating economic opportunities in South Africa. To find out what this means and what the obstacles were before the changes and also why it’s being seen as a very important benefit, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Mankodi Moitse - CEO of Kagiso Trust
Public Sector Unions are still in consultation over the 1.5% wage offer that was tabled by the government during wage negotiations this past weekend. The two sides are to meet later today (Thursday). The unions have been sticking to a zero percent wage increase position since the crucial wage negotiations began, the government took many by surprise when it suddenly relented and tabled a 1.5% offer to the unions. While it is nowhere near the 7% increase that the unions are demanding, economists have described the government’s move as sensible. To find out from the union’s where the negotiations are, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Simon Hlungwani – Part of Cosatu’s Joint Mandating Committee
Guest: Duma Gqubule- Independent Economist
Tomorrow (Friday) will see the Fourth Ordinary Session of the fifth Parliament of the Pan-African Parliament taking place in Midrand. The deliberations will take place under the AU theme of’: Year of the Arts, Culture and Heritage: Levers for Building the Africa We Want.’’ To tell us more on this and what sort of changes the continent can expect, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Vipya Harawa - Clerk of the Pan African Parliament
This morning on our SMME Talk we speak to Deidre Samson who is with the Stellenbosch University Business School about an article she wrote where she lists the four capabilities businesses require for future success. One of the things she points out is that there are so many factors which can affect a business, from climate change, technology to the current pandemic. As far as she’s concerned, what are those four capabilities and how will they help entrepreneurs to overcome? Guest: Deidre Samson – Senior Research Associate at the Institute for Futures Research at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
This morning we focus on hypertension and according to medical journals, it is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high. The causes are attributed to smoking, obesity and diabetes to name a few.
Guest: Dr Erika Jones – Nephrologist and Hypertension specialist at Groote Schuur Hospital and the University of Cape Town and works closely with the Heart Association
The two-day shutdown protest in Mangaung has been called off following a meeting with the provincial leadership. As part of the meeting’s agreement, the City manager will be suspended following pending investigations against him. More than 13 shops owned by foreign nationals have been looted since the protests started on Monday. Residents say that the recent incidents which led to the shutdown is due to frustrations that were never addressed. Let’s listen to what some of them had to say…
Guest: Thembeni Nxangisa – Cogta MEC in the Free State
One never knows whether Eskom reducing us to level 1 of loadshedding is any reason to celebrate. Well yesterday the utility moved the country to stage 1 until 10pm last night (Tuesday) saying generation capacity has improved. The question is for how long and what can we expect beyond today? Also what is happening around the wage negotiations and what plans are there should the negotiations breakdown? To shed some light on this, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Sikonathi Mantshantsha – Eskom spokesperson
KZN’s Finance MEC, Nomusa Dube-Ncube tabled her Budget Vote for the provincial treasury. She outlined her plans on how plans to rejuvenate the province’s economy. One of the major challenges is the damage cause by Covid-19 which has contributed to the already high unemployment rate. To tell us about her plans, she now joins us on the line… Guest: Nomusa Dube-Ncube – KZN Finance MEC
For our personal development this morning, Garth Farrant talks about building stronger and more meaningful relationships. How do we relate with those we interact with every day, be it at work, home, friends and so on?
Guest: Garth Farrant – Managing Director at Personal Development SA
Today Bryan looks at what investors should do in these changing times.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
A very bleak picture is being painted of Denel staff suffering due to unpaid salaries. It is alleged that two have already committed suicide while others have lost their possessions including homes. Their kids are apparently going to school hungry. This was brought to light by the United Association of South Africa, the trade union representing those workers. Let’s find out now from them as to what exactly is happening there as we welcome….
Guest: Abigail Moyo- United Association of South Africa
We end the show by talking to Princess Nakedi who has started a project of collecting wigs for cancer patients and survivors. She joins us now on the line to talk about why she chose to get involved….
Guest: Princess Nakedi – Founder of the Princess Nakedi Wig Drive
We go to Limpopo now and speak to Sumani Maboko who is the CEO of SHU Aluminum and Glass. He is doing wonderful work in his village where sponsors and mentors school children. He is currently involved in a project of building a house for orphans. He now joins us on the line to tell us his story…
Guest: Shumani Maboko – CEO of SHU Aluminum and Glass
Wrapping up the final hour with Samantha Mkandla, a social entrepreneur who delivered the first lecture in the Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation’s 2021TutuTalks series under the theme: Showcasing Moral and Ethical Leadership series. She founded the award-winning social justice and advocacy platform called Lady Liberty SA in 2014 to provide marginalised women with access to the justice system. We talk to her now about the work she’s been doing and why she was targeting women specifically. Also as far as she’s concerned, how does one teach ethical leadership in a time we live in?
Guest: Samantha Mkandla - social entrepreneur
The Centre for Development and Enterprise is calling on government to improve the way they run the Special Economic Zones. They are calling for government to change the SEZ’s into areas that offer a modified labour market regime to attract companies and investment. As far as they are concerned, where are these economic zones going wrong and are they fulfilling what they’ve been set up for? To talk more on this, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Ann Bernstein - Executive Director at the Centre for Development Enterprise
Thousands of healthcare workers are expected to return to vaccination sites today (Friday) in a last-ditch attempt to get vaccinated before the Sisonke vaccination trial ends. Hundreds of health personnel were left seething and forced to return home without receiving the jab at the Milpark hospital vaccination site in Johannesburg yesterday (Thursday). At the back of this, let’s talk about where we are and what the public should know about the vaccination process as we welcome….
Guest: Dr Lesley Bamford – Acting Chief Director for Child Health in the National Department of Health
Yesterday emergency workers marched through the streets of Johannesburg highlighting how it has become difficult to do their work as they are constantly under attack from criminals. Many of them have experienced being attacked of responding to a false call. To give us a sense of what they are going through, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Mandla Gaaje – A Gauteng based emergency worker
We come to you live today from Sandton where the South African Local Government Association, SALGA is hosting their special National Members Assembly. The Assembly is a platform for local government to assess preparations towards the upcoming local government elections. One of the objectives is to profile the successes and progress made during this term of Local Government as we head to the local government elections.
Guest: Cllr Sebenzile Ngangelizwe Guest: Mr Thabo Manyoni
eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda has since 24 April 2021 held several consultation engagements with residents, sector groups and business leaders on the 2021/22 proposed Budget, Integrated Development Plan and Spatial Development Framework. The Draft Budget was tabled for public comment at the end of March this year at full council and is consulted together with the City’s Draft Integrated Development Plan, Spatial Development Plan and The Annual Report. The proposed budget of R 52.3 Billion is geared towards creating stability, broadening service delivery, expanding investment and to give hope amid the devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Guest: Cllr Mxolisi Kaunda - eThekwini mayor
Funding for small business is a major problem in the country. Entrepreneurs often complain about the limited amount of institutions that can help when it comes to funding. Well, the good news is that Mianzo Asset Management is launching a fund that will provide growth finance to small and medium-sized companies . The fund, known as the Black Umbrellas Mianzo SME Debt Fund, has been launched in partnership with the Black Umbrellas and will address lack of access to funding by SMEs.
Guest: Sifiso Simelane – Head of the Mianzo Black Umbrellas SME debt Fund
Let’s shift focus slightly now and bring you some of the activity where we are broadcasting from in Sandton today. The South African Local Government Association, SALGA is hosting their special National Members Assembly and to give us a glimpse of what to expect
Guest: Cllr. Bheki Charles Stofile
On our health feature this morning we talk to Professor Vernon Louw who says Sub-Saharan Africa is facing a shortage of clinical haematologists. This is one of those very scarce skills that we desperately need. Haematology has to do with diseases related to blood and to talk about it and why we have a great need for these skills, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Professor Vernon Louw - Division of Haematology at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Groote Schuur Hospital
The KwaZulu-Natal government is today (Wed) holding its first ever sitting of their Climate Change and Sustainable Development Council.
Guest: SIPHUMELELE NOWELE - CHIEF DIRECTOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AT THE KZN DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
The effects of Covid-19 are starting to show across many industries. Lately is has been revealed that our heritage and cultural landmarks are hardest hit financially. Some of them have been pleading for government intervention, but there has been silence. Let’s speak to some of them to find out how bad the impact has been as we welcome…
Guest: Sello Hatang – CEO of the Nelson Mandela Foundation
Guest: Nick Wolpe - CEO of Liliesleaf
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni says that R5 million had been collected in Corporate Income Tax from taxi operators. He revealed this while answering a parliamentary question from DA MP Geordin Hill-Lewis. He went on to say that SARS has plans in place to address tax avoidance in the taxi business. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by.. Guest: Ofentse Mokwena – Transport Economist (He says the taxi industry is being taxed enough and believes government does not have a clear understanding of how to go about it and says the numbers they are giving to the public are inaccurate)
Today marks 30 years since the township of Swaneville, near Krugersdorp came under attack from hostel dwellers reportedly ferried to the scene by the then South African police. This was in 1991 as the country was building up to the 1994 elections. Survivors of the massacre are today engaging the national Department of Justice on the redress measures and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Lilian Sambula – Chairperson of the Swaneville Collective
Our focus on the Sekhukhune District Municipality today is based on a voice note that was sent in by a resident Danalton about the water problems they are facing. Let’s take a listen…..
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LINK: Well as you heard that the listener is calling for answers from the Elias Motsoaledi Municiplaity. Well the water is supplied by the Sekhukhune District Municipality and to help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Moloko Moloto – Spokesperson for the Sekhukhune District Municipality Guest: Yolande Nel – Marketer and Media Liaison Officer at the Lepelle Northern Water
Guest: Makalakatje Phasha – Chairperson of the Sekhukhune Residence Forum
Dr Mjoli talks to us about the power of thoughts, beliefs and emotions to personal and professional success. Guest: Dr Nozi Mjoli – Personal Transformation Coach
With the amount of people leaving their jobs, are they being advised correctly about what they should be doing with their retirement savings on withdrawal? GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The ANC NEC meeting has ordered its suspended Secretary General Ace Magashule to apologise publicly to apologise to party structures for slapping President Cyril Ramaphosa with a suspension letter. This is one of the resolutions taken at the end of the governing party's three day Special NEC meeting which ended earlier this afternoon. We’ve seen the turmoil in the ruling party as it intensified in the past weeks up to now. But then looking at these developments, what do they do for the economy and business confidence? To help us though this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mandla Isaacs – Political Economist
The International Criminal Court last week sentenced a former Ugandan child soldier who became a commander of the rebel Lord's Resistance Army to 25 years in prison. Dominic Ongwen, who was taken into ICC custody in 2015, was convicted in February of 61 crimes including rape, sexual enslavement, child abductions, torture and murder. The court had considered sentencing him to life imprisonment, but had sided against it due to the defendant's own personal suffering. Under the leadership of fugitive Joseph Kony, the LRA terrorized Ugandans for nearly 20 years as it battled the government of President Yoweri Museveni from bases in northern Uganda and neighbouring countries. Let’s take you live now to Uganda to find out what sort of reaction there has been to the sentencing and also the latest on the hunt for Joseph Kony as we welcome….
Guest: Michael Arereng – Ugandan based journalist
Let’s turn our attention now on the impact the non-investment in infrastructure development is having the African continent’s economic development. Some experts have sighted electricity and logistical support as some of the major hindrances that prevents the continent from moving forward in terms of economic development. To talk more on this and how the continent can turn things around, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Mohan Vivekanandan – Group Executive: Originantion and Coverage at the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)
Not sure how many of you will react to the news that there is a possibility for polyandry to be legalized in our country? Well this proposal is one contained in the wide-ranging ones in the Green Paper on Marriages which the Department of Home Affairs published last week and to talk more on it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sihle Mthiyane –Chief Director for policy at the Department of Home Affairs
AmaZulu Traditional Prime Minister, Inkosi Mangosuthu Buthelezi confirmed over the weekend that King Misuzulu kaZwelithini ascended the throne amid support from the royal family. There was commotion on Friday night at the KwaKhangelamankengane palace at Nongoma, in northern KwaZulu-Natal, after a will of the late Regent Queen Mantfombi Dlamini Zulu's will was read. Nonkululeko Hlophe compiled this report...
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LINK: For a perspective on these developments and what the new king has to deal with, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Gugu Mazibuko - Senior Lecturer: School of Arts - African Languages at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
The ANC National Executive Committee has heard claims that the party is on the verge of collapse due to the implementation of step aside resolution. Limpopo chairperson, Stanley Mathabatha cautioned that three factions are now claiming to be the real ANC. The NEC meeting has continued without the party's suspended Secretary General, Ace Magashule. He was removed from the virtual meeting yesterday. ANC MP, Bongani Bongo who is also facing fraud and corruption charges - was also removed from the meeting. Let’s listen to some of the leaked audio over the weekend…..
CLIP-NEC-AUDIO LINK: To talk more on fears by the NEC members that the party may collapse, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast – Political analyst
The Jazz Foundation of South Africa is this evening (Friday) hosting their Big Band Jazz Festival and one of the biggest groups they are featuring is Joyous Celebration. The gospel formation is this year celebrating 25 years of putting musicians from different walks of life together under one roof with very explosive voices. We speak now to two musical brains from both Joyous Celebration and the Jazz Foundation to find out how they are putting the two genres together this evening under one roof as we welcome….
Guest: Dr Lindelani Mkhize – One of the founding members of Joyous Celebration
Guest: Oupa Salemane – Co-founded the Jazz Foundation of South Africa
Tomorrow (Saturday) is World Red Cross and we use this opportunity now to speak about the work they do in conflict areas and other situations. We often hear how they get into the most dangerous places, but hardly ever asked who they are made-up of and the kind of people who volunteer their services through them. To talk more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Claudia Mangwegape-Red Cross Provincial Manager Free State
Let’s tell you now about an easier convenient way of getting to Lagos with no stopovers. Nigeria’s airline, Air Peace says it’s determination to ease Africans’ burden of travel by interconnecting various cities across the continent. To tell us more on the airline and how they have been doing over the years and also the support they have been getting from their customers as we welcome….
Guest: Toyin Olajide - Chief Operating Officer at Air Peace
Tomorrow (Saturday) marks exactly 25 years since the National Assembly adopted the Constitution. This was a very historical period as the country was still getting to grips with understanding democracy coming out of apartheid. Everything was new then, from the flag, national anthem and the ability for all nationalities to have a say in the country’s politics. Let’s go down memory lane to capture that period and also talk about how important the constitution is in guaranteeing our freedoms as we welcome…
Guest: Rev Frank Chikane – Former anti-apartheid activist and one of the people who was in the thick of things
Yesterday (Thursday) we were supposed to bring you details for the latest on the Umkhyanyakude Municipality in KZN. This after we received information that the municipality manager went to the police station to open a case of fraud against the deputy CFO and the administrator reportedly on an illegal opening of a bank account where millions were going to be transferred into. To get an understanding of what is going on, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mdu Dlamini – Spokesperson for the Umkhanyakude Municipality
Guest: Makhosonke Sithole – IFP caucus chairperson at Mkhanyakude
The office of the Chief Justice has clarified the issue of Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng taking long leave. In a statement it says regulation 3 of the Judges' Remuneration and Conditions of Employment Act of 2001 provides for Judges to take leave of three and half months for every period of four years' actual service. This leave is referred to as long leave within the Judiciary. President Cyril Ramaphosa has since appointed Justice Sisi Khampepe in his place. For a perspective on this we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Alison Tilley - Coordinator at the organisation Judges Matter
As the country is still reeling from the recent incident involving Limpopo pupil Lufuno Mavhunga who committed suicide after she was filmed being bullied, research by the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research has revealed that children are more open to cyberbullying than adults. They go on to say that cyberbullies turn to pick random people because of something they did online that the bully did not like. To talk more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sophia Moganedi – Senior Researcher at the CSIR specialising in Security and Privacy
Wycliff Mabusela who is a shop steward for a trade union, has penned an article about corruption inside unions. One of the things he highlights is the death threats he has been getting from those bidding to privatise water and sanitation across the country. He joins us now on the line to share his experiences on how corruption works in the trade unions…
Guest: Wycliff Mabusela – Worker at Govan Mbeki Municipality and a shop steward for the Municipal and Allied Trade Union of South Africa
Today on our SMME feature we host Kgaladi Thema-Sethoga who is the founder of House of indiZA. They specialise in South African indigenous food and tea. Let’s find out now what is it that makes them stand out as we welcome….
Guest: Kgaladi Thema-Sethoga - Founder of House of indiZA
Yesterday was World Asthma Day, a day that is used to highlight how to manage the ailment. According to medical journals, asthma is a one of the most common chronic disorders worldwide which affects about 272 million people of all ages. Why is it still a major problem for the world and is one born with it? To help us through this subject, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Professor Refiloe Masekela - Paediatric Pulmonologist from the University of KwaZulu Natal
The European Union has scrapped plans to send observers to a parliamentary election in Ethiopia next month, saying conditions had not been met on communication systems and the mission's independence. Josep Borrell, the EU’s High Representative of the European Union says the 27-nation bloc will also not monitor preparations for the June fifth election including voter registration. The situation in Tigray is also adding to the country’s problems as some commentators say it could shatter possibilities of unity in the country. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Mammo Muchie - Pan African scholar and analyst also Research Professor on Innovation studies at Tshwane University of Technology
ANC deputy provincial chairperson in KZN - Mike Mabuyakhulu became the first party member to step aside from his position -- in line with the party's resolution on those facing serious criminal charges. Mabuyakhulu is facing fraud and corruption charges in connection with a jazz music festival -- while he was still Economic Development MEC. National Working Committee instructed that party members - who refuse to step aside within the prescribed 30 days - be served with suspension letters. So far how many letters have they issued since the announcement yesterday? Guest: Pule Mabe – ANC’s national spokesperson
We turn our attention to the Fezile Dabi District Municipality in the Free State. They have been in the news for all the wrong reasons. They are one of the municipalities that featured in the AG’s report for having their financial statements prepared by two different consulting firms and paying them for doing the same job and not holding them accountable. In January this year, it was one of the districts declared a COVID-19 hotspot during the second wave of the pandemic. Let’s get into the issues as we welcome…
Guest: Mokete Duma – HOD for Cogta in the Free State Guest: Tladinyane Kgodumo – Member of the Metsimaholo Community Group
On today’s personal development Johann Cloete talks about the importance of personal integrity and ethics…
Guest: Johann Cloete – MD of online training company integrity academy
As the country is battling with skills shortage, the worrying part for the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants is that African students are failing competency tests. They have commissioned a comprehensive independent study to understand why this is happening and to help us ponder on this issue, we are joined on the line by.. Guest: Robert Zwane – Senior Executive: national Projects at the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
Government says it is working closely with corporates to expand its workers ownership programme. Speaking to the media ahead of international Workers day celebrations, Minister of Trade and Industry Ibrahim Patel commended companies who have enabled employees to own shares in the company. Patel says over the past number of years government began prioritising empowerment schemes that provide their workers equity or shares in the company that they work for. Amina Accram filed this report….
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LINK: To look at whether this is a good approach and also the role unions should play in strengthening the economy, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Tanya van Meelis – Acting DDG: Competition Economic Policy in the Department of Trade and Industry
Guest: Cas Coovadia - CEO of Business Unity SA
Guest: Ashley Benjamin - Deputy General Secretary at FEDUSA
Guest: Matthew Parks - COSATU’s Parliamentary Coordinator
Traditional Prime Minister to the amaZulu nation, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi has described the decision by one of the wives of the late King Goodwill Zwelithini's to approach the court challenging the late King's will and estate as a shameful behaviour. He says that the royal family should be mourning the passing of the queen instead of dragging each other to courts over who should succeed the late King. Meanwhile Mourners continue to descend on Kwa-Khangela-mankengane Royal Palace in Nongoma to pay their respects following the death of the regent of the AmaZulu nation - Queen Mantfombi. The Queen died on Thursday evening at the age of 65 in a Johannesburg hospital. For a perspective on this and also looking at whether the queen will be awarded the same respect as her late husband, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Nomagugu Ngobese - Founder of the Nomkhubulwane Culture and Youth Development Organisation (She says there’s a lot of sexism this time around as the treatment is not the same including the media coverage and the behavior of the indunas. She also says it’s not the first time a woman held the reigns in history)
Dr Pali Lehohla has written an article where one of the questions he’s asking is: what Madiba would have thought today as President Cyril Ramaphosa stands before the Zondo Commission? In his article he’s making the point that South Africa is traveling a downward route with our eyes wide open. As far as he’s concerned, which direction is the ANC’s leadership driving the country and how worried should we be as a country?
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla - Former Statistician-General of South Africa
Teacher union NAPTOSA has raised about the idea that all primary school learners should return. They also say that safety at schools is not being addressed by government. For more on their concerns, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Basil Manuel – Executive Director of Naptosa
THANDI MODISE ON LEAVING THE COUNTRY THROUGH BOTSWANA CLIP-LEAVING-HOME Focus: As you’ve heard in that sound clip from the current speaker of parliament, Thandi Modise, followed by also a former parliamentary speaker, Max Sisulu and our first speaker under a democratic South Africa, Dr Frene Ginwala about their experiences. We now get a personal account from two former freedom fighters who left the country when they were young. They will share their experiences with us, from the moment they left up to when they were in exile. We welcome….. Guest: Mbulelo Musi – Survivor of the Matola massacre in 1981. (Currently spokesperson Department of military veterans) Guest: Makhaya Kwinana –Former activist who was deployed to Radio Freedom after receiving military
On our personal development feature we focus on developing your personal negotiation skills.
Guest: Elmarie Pretorius – Managing owner of The Mindspa Institute
Today Bryan looks at why people rely on their families for financial support. What are some of the reasons behind this? GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
*Former late president of Tanzania Julius Nyerere addressing South Africa’s parliament under on the 16 October 1997, under Nelson Mandela’s presidency*
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Guest: H.E Major General Gaudence Salim Milanzi – Tanzania’s High Commissioner to South Africa
CLIP-MOZ-OPENING As you’ve heard in that sound clip what the situation was like at the time ending that report is the late former President of Mozambique Samora Machel singing during a party gathering. Well in this hour we pay tribute to some of the frontline states who housed our liberation movements during the dark days of apartheid. We start with Mozambique that bore the brunt of the then apartheid government for allowing the ANC to operate from there and to take us down memory lane, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: President Joaquim Chissano – Former President of Mozambique
Online fraud is said to have increased by 43% in the country since the COVID-19 pandemic began. This is revealed in a new global research by TransUnion. Their other study found that 37% of South African consumers recently became targets of COVID-19 related digital fraud. To find out how this happened and why South Africans became targets, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Hans Zachar - Head of Emerging Markets at TransUnion Africa
Tomorrow being a very historically significant day in South Africa, Prof Chitja Twala from the University of the Free State wrote an opinion piece about the role played by safe house during the hard days of apartheid. These are the houses where wanted comrades would hide while conducting operations from their mother bodies. Sadly some of the safe houses beyond our borders that housed freedom fighters were attacked by the then SANDF. One of those was on the 9th of December in 1982 where 42 people, including 30 South Africans were killed in Maseru. Let’s take you down memory lane with this testimony from Nellie Marwanqana at the TRC who with her family fled to Lesotho in 1982. Four days after their arrival in Maseru she stood by as South African commandos killed her husband and two children as well as some fellow South Africans who were staying in the same house…
Guest: Prof Chitja Twala - Department of History, University of the Free State
The City of Ekurhuleni talks to us now about issues of compliance when it comes to small businesses. Many people who lost their jobs are entering the informal market which also needs to comply with by-laws. To talk more on how the city is dealing with this issue, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Cllr Doctor Xhakaza - MMC for Finance, Economic Development and Information Technology
Public Sector wage negotiations have officially broken down paving way for unions to declare a dispute. On Friday evening government and public sector unions deadlocked over the employer's proposal to increase salaries on condition that workers forfeit some of their current benefits. The offer was rejected by all public sector unions. A move by unions to declare dispute will allow negotiations to enter a conciliation process before unions can seek permission for a strike action. This is what Claude Naicker who is with the Public Servants' Association had to say…
Guest: Tony Healy - Labour consultant at Tony Healy & Associates
The PAC is celebrating its 62nd anniversary with a series of livestream webinars which started last night (25 April). The webinars under the theme ‘Carrying forward the torch lit in April 1959 by the PAC Martyrs’ to honour the road they travelled. Last night they kicked it off by discussing the topic of Decolonization and development of an African personality within the world context.
Guest: Thandolwethu Dlanga – PAC member and moderator of last night’s session
Lately intermittent fasting is praised by those who practice it as the best form of dieting. Many post before and after pictures on social media proving that it does deliver desired results. Dieticians are however warning that one has to also about the effects it may have on the metabolic health and what foods they need to it. To educate us on this subject, we are joined on the line by
Guest: Omy Naidoo – Registered Dietician and Founder of Newtricion Wellness Dieticians (an association of dieticians)
Families of rape survivors say backlogs in the processing of DNA evidence samples are preventing justice from taking its course . Police management told Parliament’s Portfolio Committee recently that backlogs at the National Forensics Science Laboratory stood at over 173 000 cases.
Guest: Gareth Newham-Director at the Justice and Violence Prevention Programme at the ISS
We stay with issues at the Reserve Bank getting to understand how exactly it functions and who are the people behind it as we welcome...
Guest: Ahmed Motiar (Author of ‘The Reserve Bank - a License to Steal Money from Citizens? How Money Is Created from Nothing for Dummies’
ANC veteran and businessman Tokyo Sexwale has lamented statements by the South African Reserve Bank and the National treasury wherein they dismiss his claims about a Heritage Fund, called the White Spiritual Boy Trust as a scam. Sexwale says the fund was meant to operate through central banks across all jurisdictions via the Bank of International Settlements. Let’s listen to what he said yesterday…..
Guest: Ayabonga Cawe – Broadcaster, sessional lecturer in development economics at Wits and an author of upcoming book: The economy on your doorstep
Business group Sakeliga says it will challenge Eskom to ensure reliable power supply to business. This follows reports that the power utility is threatening to shut power to several municipalities across the country who are struggling to meet their debt obligations.
Guest: Piet le Roux - CEO of Afribusiness, Sakeliga
We wrap the show up by looking at the issue of debt and reckless lending. Sebastien Alexanderson who is CEO of the National Debt Advisors and he’s warning indebted consumers that the legislation meant to deal with reckless lending will not cover those who falsified information when applying for a loan.
Guest: Sebastien Alexanderson - CEO of National Debt Advisors
Experts in the recruitment and professional market agree that South Africa is facing a skills shortage that forces them to recruit from outside the country. Xpatweb is a company that agrees with the nominated roles. The company runs an annual Critical Skills Survey and they were invited to present their findings to the various Departments compiling the draft Critical Skills List. To talk more on this issue and touch on where we are going wrong,
Guest: Marisa Jacobs – Managing Director Xpatweb
Botswana, Somalia and South Sudan are said to continue to dominate with executions. This is according to Amnesty International’s latest 2020 Death Penalty Report. The human rights body says that the Covid-19 pandemic didn’t do enough to deter 18 countries, from carrying out executions last year. In the SADC region, Botswana is said to be the only country that was determined to execute people during the lockdown. To talk about what we should read into this report and why these countries were so determined to continue with executions despite the global pandemic, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Oluwatosin Popoola – Amnesty International’s Death Penalty Advisor
Today we about the business of technology. The business is called Bumba Technos and one of the things they do is helps small to large businesses use ICT technology solutions to meet their business requirements. Last year they bought Kasi Mobile, a township-based network provider and to tell us about their journey, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Bongani Mkhwebane – MD of Bumba Technos and Director and Chief Technology Officer at KASI Mobile
Dr Unathi Sonwabile Henama says South Africa is losing out on health tourism. He goes on to say that the pace of vaccination in South Africa has been slow because of the incompetence of the state. How then is this affecting tourism and as far as he’s concerned, what are the chances of a quick recovery?
Guest: Dr Unathi Sonwabile Henama – Tourism lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology
Last week we’ve seen a high profile suicide which was attributed to depression. Then looking through social media, many people spoke about the seriousness of depression and how little we understand about it. What is that one thing that finally pushes one to commit suicide which some health experts attribute to a chemical imbalance? Well to help us understand this issue, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Dr Qhama Cossie - Senior lecturer in the department of Psychiatry & Mental Health at the University of Cape Town where he heads the Division of General Adult Psychiatry
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Let’s tell you now about the Companies Tribunal. They are an agency of the Department of Trade and Industry which was established in terms of the Companies Act No. 71 of 2008 to provide speedy resolution of company disputes. What do they do and what services do they provide for companies? Also which disputes have they been involved in and resolved?
Guest: Khashane Manamela – Member of the Companies Tribunal and also Director of and practising attorney at Manamela Marobela and Associates
Yesterday (Tuesday) Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation Minister, Lindiwe Sisulu met with Vaal community which included the business sector. She gave them the assurance that government is committed to restoring the dilapidated infrastructure which contributed to the pollution of the Vaal Dam. To tell us more on this and also what sort of progress has there been since the pollution started, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Maureen Stewart – Vice Chairperson of NGO ‘Save the Vaal’
Guest: Sputnik Ratau
The Open CCMA Campaign is today (Wed) demonstrating outside the institution’s offices around the country. They say that the new changes made by government address their demands. To understand what their demands are and how the budget cuts have affected them, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Songezo Mazizi – National Spokesperson for Open CCMA campaign and executive director at the Institute for Advancing Worker Justice and Legacy
On our personal development feature we focus on the importance of mental strength and resilience. Guest: Shaun Kritzinger – Transformation Master Life Coach at SK Coaching
City of Cape Town Fire and Emergency services says it could take a week to bring the Table Mountain blaze under control. Four thousand students have been evacuated from UCT residences. Some residents of Vredehoek on the lower slopes of Devil's Peak which was also threatened by the fire, were happy to be evacuated while others rejected the call to evacuate. Some had this to say…. CLIP-FIRE LINK: For emergency workers dealing with people on the ground and evacuations is not that easy. Let’s talk now about what we as the public should know and also what should we understand about what to pack and what to do in an evacuation as we welcome…. Guest: Linton Rensburg - National Spokesperson for the 'Working on Fire' Organisation
Community stokvels has been seen as a good simple way of saving and raising funds. Our guest has an interesting story to tell about she managed to invest in property through this type of scheme and what disciplines come with it. She now joins us on the line….
Guest: Silindile Leseyane - A property investor and entrepreneur and the winner of the 2019 SA Investor of the year award (Innovative Category)
R42 billion remains unclaimed by 4.8 million beneficiaries. This is according to the Financial Sector Conduct Authority whose role is to assist beneficiaries. This money lies in pension funds. This comes at a time when millions of people are struggling to financially sustain themselves due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and an economy that had already been in reception before March 2020. The educate us and what the effected people should do, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Takalani Lukhaimane - Manager: Conduct Supervision in the Retirement Funds division
The argument of doctors giving antibiotics for almost every ailment has been in the public space for many years. When one visits a doctor, we hardly ever question the medication they give to us. Well Professor Marc Mendelson, from Groote Schuur Hospital says that the rapid increase in antibiotic-resistant bacteria – in South Africa and across the globe – is driven by the misuse and overuse of antibiotics in humans and food-producing animals and poses a huge threat to modern medicine. He now joins us on the line to explain what he means and what it is that the public should know and say to their doctors….
Guest: Professor Marc Mendelson - Head of the Division of Infectious Diseases and HIV Medicine at Groote Schuur Hospital
Interesting research by the Green Connection has found very little evidence from the African continent that the exploitation of oil and gas resources naturally leads to improvements in the lives of those living and working in oil and gas rich areas. They go on to say that the exploration of these minerals leads to a wholesale deterioration in living conditions. To talk more on these findings, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Gillian Hamilton – Economic Researcher at Green Connection
Fifteen-year old Lufuno Mavhunga, who committed suicide on Monday after being bullied by a fellow learner at the Mbilwi Secondary School, has been laid to rest at the Tshirenzheni cemetery in Nzhelele, Limpopo. A video of Mavhunga being assaulted by a fellow learner has been trending since Monday. Mavhunga overdosed on pills a few hours after the assault, and later died in hospital. Pimani Baloyi attended the funeral, and filed this report...
Guest: Rachel Malatsi – Teen life coach
The ANC's Deputy Secretary-General, Jessie Duarte has urged the party's embattled Secretary-General, Ace MaGashule to dis-associate with people who want to sow divisions in the governing party. She was speaking in an exclusive interview with the SABC on a wide range of issues…..
Guest: Professor Lesiba Tefo - Political Analyst at Unisa
Alexandra residents, north of Johannesburg are disgruntled by the new trend of block of flats emerging in the informal sections of the township. This despite protests throughout in recent years over the mushrooming of backrooms and other illegal structures - which led to the Alex Total shut down movement. Those that have bond houses say they couldn't renovate without the city's approval yet others get away with it. The residents say the illegal structures have also contributed to the high crime rate in area. Pearl Magubane filed this report...
Guest: Peal Magubane – SABC journalist who covered the story recently
Guest: Sandile Mavundla – Member of the #TotalshutdownAlex
Guest: Clr Mlungisi Mabaso – MMC for housing in the City of Johannesburg
The Department of Correctional Services says it has dismissed two officials implicated in a very sexual video that has been circulating on social media. The video shows a male inmate engaged in sexual acts with a female warder. The department has also condemned videos leaked by inmates doing attacking warders and others holding knives openly. To find out what is going on in our prisons, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Singabakho Nxumalo – Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services
This morning we talk to the people behind Wild Coast Foods. They operate in the agro-processing and beverage manufacturing sector. One other good thing they do is to source from smallholder farmers. And to tell us more on this and how it all started, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Thabisa Moleshe – COO at Wild Coast Foods
The latest on the school bully story is that a fifteen-year-old learner from Mbilwi Secondary School in Sibasa outside Thohoyandou in Limpopo has been arrested after she was shown in a video assaulting a fellow learner who later committed suicide on Monday. Lufuno Mavhunga took an overdose of medication and later died upon arrival at the nearby Siloam Hospital.
Guest: Nthabiseng Ramothwala - Counselling Psychologist
The Public Servants Association yesterday (Tuesday) said that they were shocked by the revelation to Parliament that nearly 35% of senior managers in the Public Service do not possess the required qualifications. One of the problems they point to is that of cadre deployment and to explain the impact this is having on the public service,
Guest: Reuben Maleka- General Manager at the Public Servants Association
MEC for Community Safety in Mpumalanga, Vusi Shongwe yesterday clarified his controversial comments about land seizure of white farmers. The MEC was reported to have said “the land of white farmers who abuse black farm workers must be confiscated”. He has since corrected that statement saying this specifically applies to farms that belong to the state.
Guest: Christo van de Rheede – AgriSA’s executive director
A report by AfriForum has revealed that none of the municipalities in the North West province are performing well. The report has also shown that many communities do not enjoy weekly refuse removal by their municipalities and that water supply is still extremely challenging. What is going on there and where does the problem lie?
Guest: Dr Eugene Brink - Manager of AfriForum’s Centre for Local Government Guest: Mmoloki Cwaile – Northwest MEC for North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Matjoi Mogale – Community member from Itsoseng which falls under the Ditsobotla Municipality
Our guest this morning has an amazing uplifting journey that took R350 to turn his life around. He has just written an inspirational book that he says shares his personal philosophy and belief system. The book also covers his spectacular failure, known as the ‘Rick Ross saga’.
Guest: Kabelo Ncholo – Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Yourself Management
Today Bryan discusses the different types of investments for short, medium- and long-term time horizons.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The United National Transport Union yesterday (Monday) called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to deploy the South African National Defence Force to safeguard what is left of the passenger rail infrastructure. Railway infrastructure has been vandalised for many years across the country with government seemingly unable to deal with the situation. As far as the union is concerned, where are things going wrong and who is behind the thuggery? Guest: Sonja Carstens – Spokesperson for the United National Transport Union
As you’ve heard in that song by Letta Mbulu entitled, Not yet Uhuru, which is a Swahili word for freedom. She describes the state of freedom in our country and what it really means. Looking at the state of the country’s economy, joblessness, corruption, free education and the list goes on, how do we capitalise on the hard earned freedom so many people died for? The 27th of April should be a day of jubilation in the country, but with so much happening on the ground, how do we look forward to that day? What do we say to those who are facing hardships today? As a politician, how do I use the names of those who passed on before me to improve somebody’s life out there?
Guest: Dr pali Lehohla – Former Statistician General
Guest: David Letsoalo – A Sankarist, activist and law academic
Guest: Tshidi Setai – Social Commentator
Last week Thursday was international road maintenance day which focuses on challenges around the impact road maintenance has on the country. Our guest is of the view that the country’s road network has a pivotal role to play in the country’s economic recovery but the condition of some of our roads is preventing this. As far as he’s concerned, what are the major challenges and where are the solutions?
Guest: Philip Hendricks - President of the South African Road Federation
The Ad Hoc Committee on Legislation Amending Section 25 of the Constitution to allow for expropriation of land without compensation is a step closer to finalising its work. Today it received inputs from the Ministers of Public Works and Infrastructure Patricia De Lille, Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe as well as Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola. These were the last inputs on the matter following nationwide public consultations.
Guest: Dr Mathole Motshekga – Chairperson of the Ad Hoc Committee on Legislation Amending Section 25 of the Constitution
Legal experts are warning that Western Cape judge president, John Hlophe's conduct will seriously affect the public's confidence in the country's judicial system. The warning comes after a Judicial Service Commission tribunal found Hlophe guilty of misconduct in that he improperly attempted to influence two Constitutional Court judges. Well this issue of judge Hlophe has been in the media for many years now and to help us pin it together for an understanding on how we go to where are now regarding this case, we are joined on the line by
Guest: Karyn Maughn - Senior Legal Journalist
We revisit the issue of customary marriages, an issue that the country has been battling with for many years. Well, the good news is that cabinet has approved the submission of the recognition of Customary Marriages amendment bill of 2019. The Customary Marriages Act of 1998 was declared unconstitutional and has now been amended. To find out exactly how it discriminated against women and what the new amendments mean, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Shani Van Niekerk - Senior Associate and Attorney at Adams & Adams
In February this year, COSATU said it will convene a Special Central Executive Committee meeting to review its support of the ANC in the upcoming local government elections. They also said that they will urgently meet the SACP to discuss its support for the ANC in future elections. Let’s take a listen to what it’s president Zingisa Losi and general secretary Bheki Ntshalintshali had to say then…
Guest: Solly Phetoe – Cosatu’s deputy general secretary
40 countries across the world are said to have banned animal testing for cosmetics, but sadly South Africa is not one of them. In an effort to intensify the fight against this cruelty, Hollywood filmmakers in collaboration with the Humane Society International have produced a stop-motion animated short film, #SaveRalph. It gives you a sense of what animals feel when cosmetics are tested on them. Let’s take a listen…..
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LINK: To talk more on this and also efforts to lobby the South African government to ban the testing of cosmetics on animals, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Joseph Mayson - Campaign Manager at HSI-Africa
SADeC security and defence ministers met in Mozambique yesterday ahead of the Extraordinary Double Troika Summit. The gatherings will discuss the instability and insurgency in Mozambique's northern region of Cabo Delgado. Militants have been terrorising the region since 2017. The latest attack happened last month when dozens of people including a South African man were killed. Heads of states will convene for the double summit in Maputo later today.
Guest: Sophie Mokoena – SABC’s Foreign editor
Government is looking at ways of transferring civil servants against their will. According to the current legislation, employees may only be transferred with their written consent. But if the Public Administration Management Amendment Bill is passed, then the employees won’t have a choice.
Guest: Tzvi Brivik - Director at Malcom Lyons and Brivik
This morning we feature Sebabatso Mofokeng, a young entrepreneur. She has come a long way since her first year at university trying her hand in business, selling different things as a steppingstone. Today she has opened her own fitness store in Pretoria. Where did it all begin for her and what influenced her to follow this route?
Guest: Sebabatso Mofokeng – Entrepreneur and owner of Wisbah fitness store
NEHAWU President, Mzwandile Makwayiba, has blamed President Cyril Ramaphosa for the non-implementation of the 2018 wage agreement signed with public sector unions. Government through the Ministry of Finance has since announced a wage freeze for South Africa's one-point-two million public servants. Makwayiba was addressing NEHAWU's North West 12th Provincial Congress in Klerksdorp.
Guest: Mzwandile Makwayiba - NEHAWU President
April being World Autism Month, we use the opportunity to understand what it is and what the signs are. Also for those with children living with autism, what is it you should know. What are the myths around it? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nomsa Masoka-Zulu – Speech Therapist and Audiologist and Founder of NPO called Mothers of Children with Autism Guest: Dr Tumi Leeuw – Paediatrician with special interest in neurodevelopmental disorders
There continues to be uncertainty as to when the local government elections will be held. This, after the EFF intensified its bid to have the polls pushed back -- lobbying other political parties and approaching the Electoral Commission to put the matter on the agenda. However, there are a number of hurdles it must still overcome, including a rejection of the proposal by some other parties. Busi Chimombe spoke to some of the parties….
Guest: Herman Mashaba - President of ActionSA Guest: Prof Andre Duvenhage – Professor of politics at the University of the North West.
As you may have heard in the news that Prominent gospel star Dr Tumi and his wife were released on bail yesterday after they were arrested for allegedly defrauding the National Lotteries Board. They apparently handed themselves over in the company of their lawyer. To tell us more on this and what led to the arrest, we are joined on the line by….. Guest: Captain Ndivhuwo Mulamu – Spokesperson for the Hawks
Stats SA’s annual non-financial census of municipalities has revealed that 1,051,034 fewer consumer units received free basic water in 2019 compared to 2018. The purpose of this report is to keep tabs on all municipalities in the country, then provide stats on service delivery, indigent households, bucket toilets and the size of the municipal workforce. How should we interpret the latest report?
Guest: Moses Myaka – Chief Director responsible for Government Financial Statistics at Stats SA
Guest: Thembi Nkadimeng – Salga President
University of Cape Town (UCT) alumnus Dr Peace Francis has won the 2020 Bongani Mayosi Medical Students Academic Prize. According to UCT, the award recognises final-year medical students who epitomise the leadership qualities and values of the late UCT Dean of Health Sciences, Professor Bongani Mayosi and one of the mottos his saying “Lift as you rise”. Dr Francis now joins us on the line to talk about what this means for her and the legacy of Dr Mayosi…..
Guest: Dr Peace Francis – Winner of the 2020 Bongani Mayosi Medical Students Academic Prize
As we begin a new month, many residents will be paying 15% more for electricity. Not forgetting that the Petrol price is increasing by R1 a litre at midnight. We can’t even imagine what the food prices will be like after these increases. But then seeing how many people are hard hit by the lockdown restrictions, what are the most practical ways one can navigate their finances with the current salaries that have probably not increased? How tight can we tighten our belts? To help us through this difficult subject, we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: Gerald Mwandiambira – CEO South African Savings Institute
We wrap up the last our by chatting to NJ Kunene, who is a gospel artist who is openly gay. He has composed a couple songs not just for himself, but also some of the famous names we are all familiar with. How is he using his art to preach that message of acceptance and tolerance? Well, he joins us now on the line to tell us about his journey and overcoming..
Guest: NJ Kunene – Gospel artist
The South African Blood Service has indicated that they are running out of blood supplies. Usually periods like Easter and so on are characterized by accidents which require more people to come forward and donate blood. To talk to us about how bad the shortage is and also the impact of covid-19 on the donations, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Name in the morning
Let’s speak now to an organization called Tourism Friendly. They would like President Cyril Ramaphosa and his cabinet to learn sign language as an apology to the deaf community. They say this is for delaying the process of recognizing it as an official language. Why do they feel the need to raise this issue on behalf of the deaf community and as far as they are concerned, is the deaf community being ignored?
Guest: Ian Gunn – Director of Tourism Friendly
Since the lockdown regulations, churches have been pleading with government to allow them to hold services. This has led to arguments from society about why the insistence of going to church, is it about the collection or really about serving God? Well our guest has written a piece calling on people to repent from attending church and start obeying God. What does he mean by this?
Guest: Rev Mpho George Molebatsi – From the All Nations Evangelical Missions of Southern Africa
Authorities have intensified visibility on the roads as people are traveling to their various destinations for the Easter weekend. People are urged to continue wearing masks, practicing social distancing and regular hand washing to stop any spread of the coronavirus. Usually reckless and drunk driving during this time are a problem, but with the current Covid-19 restrictions, what has been the major problems? To give us an idea on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Simon Zwane – Spokesperson for the Road Traffic Management Corporation
Many of us as motorist hardly ever check if the petrol or diesel that is poured into our cars is actually proper and if we are paying the right amount per litre. On the other hand we buy low pressure gas for home use not even being sure that the people providing the service are qualified? Well, we can rest assured now that all of this will be a thing of the past thanks to the Public Petroleum Product Act Compliance Forum which will monitor and bring to book those who don’t comply and to hear from the industry itself, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Gadibolae Dihlabi - Managing Director of the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association of South Africa
Guest: Vishal Premlall - National director of the South African Petrol Retailers Association
Last week Dr Judy Dlamini who is chair of the GBV Fund 1 that was launched by President Cyril Ramaphosa penned an article raising her concerns that we as a country are celebrating human rights month while gender based violence and femicide is on the rise. As we come to the end of Human Rights Month, we speak to one of the people involved in the GBV Fund to talk about how they are dealing with this issue and how the fund is accessed by victims of gender based violence….
Guest: Irene Charnley – President of the International Women’s Forum SA and facilitator of the GBV Fund
Let’s touch base now with Lottoland about alternative ways one can play the lottery whether electronically or physically. To talk to us again today, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Maryke Haywood - Marketing Director: Lottoland
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the country will remain on level one of the Covid-19 lockdown over the Easter holidays with adjusted restrictions. The sale of alcohol for offsite consumption will be prohibited from Easter Friday to Monday, while the curfew remains the same. There has also been some adjustments to religious gatherings for Easter weekend. To get a view as health professionals raised concerns about how best to prevent a possible third wave, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Thumbi Ndungu – Deputy Director at the African Health Research Institute
We take you to the Modimolle-Mookgophong Municipality in Limpopo. They were on the list of 18 worst municipalities named by the Auditor-General last year. He also found that millions in irregular, unauthorised as well as fruitless and wasteful spending was not investigated. Let’s find out now how the municipality is doing and how they are dealing with issues of service delivery as we welcome….
Guest: Tshitereke Matibe – Limpopo’s permanent delegation to the NCOP
Guest: Marlene van Staden - Mayor of the Modimolle-Mookgophong Municipality
Guest: Rufus Magoro - Resident
This morning we look at using military disciplines we can apply in our daily lives and how that can help us achieve our goals and help us overcome. General Molefi Hlalele who served in the military for three decades has written a book in which he shares lessons learned from his early years as a village boy to his experiences in the Defence Force. He now joins us on the line…..
Guest: General Molefi Hlalele – General in the SANDF
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with questions that have come in during the month that are of a similar nature. Remember that this does not stop you from asking more questions. …..
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
As we wrap up Human Rights Month, we look at the rights of the Rastafarian community not only in Mzansi, but through the African continent. Over the years we’ve seen how Rastafarian children have been turned away from schools due to their deadlocked hair and beliefs. Interestingly, Mathenge Mukundi, became Kenya’s first Rastafarian advocate of the High Court, something South Africa has been battling with. Then there’s the issue of decriminalising cannabis which is very dear to this community.
Guest: Gareth Prince - Lawyer and Rastafarian rights campaigner (Knows all about the cannabis decriminalisation laws and fights)
Guest: Adv Sipho Mantula - Researcher at the Thabo Mbeki African School on Public and International Affairs at the University of South Africa
The Liquor Traders Formation says if government implements a stricter lockdown it will have a crippling effect on the alcohol industry. On the other hand the National Liquor Traders Council, South African Liquor Brandowners Association and the Beer Association of South Africa are calling for a more balanced approach. And to tell us more on it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sibani Mngadi – Chairperson of South African Liquor Brandowners Association
Many people hardly survive on one salary as things are getting more and more expensive. Parents especially are the hardest hit as they have to not only worry about supporting their children, but perform well at work. Well some experts recommend that people look for opportunities for a side hustle. Is it as easy as they make it to be though? What is the best way to go about it? To help us through this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nick Haralambous – Entrepreneur and author of the book: How to start a side hustle
Yesterday (25 March) marked exactly one year since the passing of African spiritual icon Credo Mutwa. Today we use the opportunity to not only reflect on his life, but also his constant drive for the restoration of indigenous knowledge and Africanism. Could his beliefs help in bringing back Ubuntu and restore African pride? What can we take from what he stood for? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Rutendo Ngara – Chairperson of the Credo Mutwa Foundation
Today marks exactly 1 year since President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the national level 5 lockdown. Many of us didn’t really understand what it meant to have your movement restricted and the military and security personnel patrolling the streets. Let’s take you back to that announcement…..
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LINK: To look now at how far we’ve come and also the leadership around dealing with the pandemic, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Angelique Coetzee – Board chairperson at the South African Medical Association
C10orruption Watch yesterday (Thursday) painted a very scary picture of the corruption that took place during the procurement of personal protection equipment. Police officers topped the list, followed by civil servants and not surprising politicians. It says most of the cases recorded in this year's report titled - From Crisis to Action - are on the policing and healthcare sectors. Even ordinary people took a chance which surely talks to how corruption has made many to lose their ethics for wealth. To look at how corruption can contribute to the degeneration of a country, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Liezl Groenewald – Senior Manager: Organisational Ethics at The Ethics Institute and also immediate past president of the Business Ethics Network of Africa
We talk now to Dr Anthea Jeffery for the Institute of Race Relations who says that the Expropriation Bill now before Parliament will not provide solutions. Some of the problems she points to are inefficiency, corruption, and an absence of secure ownership. She now joins us on the line to share her views….
Guest: Dr Anthea Jeffery - Head of Policy Research at the Institute of Race Relations
We speak now to the Small Enterprise Development Agency. They are an agency of the Department of Small Business Development which provides non-financial support including training. Yesterday (Wed) they announced that the agency supported small enterprises collectively to the tune of over R2 billion for the financial year 2019/20.
Guest: Dr Joy Ndlovu - Seda Board Chairperson
The day has finally arrived where the State Capture Commission of Inquiry heads to the Constitutional Court, to seek an order for former President Jacob Zuma's imprisonment. The tension between Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo and the former president have been playing itself out in the media when Zuma claimed that the commission is biased against him. Relations between the former president and the commission broke down when Zuma walked out, and disobeyed a Constitutional Court judgement, compelling him to appear before the commission….. CLIP-ZUMA-ZONDO LINK: The drama is also playing itself out, outside the court where Zuma’s supporters and ANC veterans have mobilised to get their voices heard. We cross to our journalists to get an update of what’s going on outside….
Guest: Ntebo Mokobo – SABC senior Political journalist
As we get into the winter season under the Covid-19 pandemic, pharmacists are recommending a healthy nutrition and supplementation with vitamins. They go on to say that minerals and probiotics may benefit immunity and prevent or ease viral infections. Let’s hear now from a pharmacist’s perspective especially under these Covid-19 conditions. How has it made the flu season even harder? Also where do home remedies fit in all of this? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Giulia Criscuolo – Pharmacist with the Health Products Association of Southern Africa
The recent student protests have highlighted misunderstandings and sown confusion about what the fund actually pays for. So we thought to invite NSFAS to clarify how one qualifies, what sort of salary bracket from parents is entitled to it and when are the funds are required to be paid back? Also what does NSFAS pay for outside of the tuition fees? As the academic year has already started, is there still time to apply or engage with the institution?
Guest: Kagisho Mamabolo – Spokesperson for the National Student’s Financial Aid Scheme
Yesterday on our Municipal Watch, we focused on the uMkhanyakude District Municipality. We had both COGTA MEC and a resident by the name Sbu Ndlovu. Ndlovu was giving us a resident’s perspective under the uMkhanyakude municipality. Well, after taking part in the discussion, he notified us that he is receiving deaths threats. This is very serious. We then notified COGTA MEC Sipho Hlomuka to get his views on the developments and he now joins us on the line…
Guest: Sipho Hlomuka – MEC for Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs in KZN
Let’s turn our attention now on the uMkhanyakude District municipality in KZN. They have been in the news for all the wrong reasons. They have recently been placed under administration, they owe R22 million to Mhlathuze Water among other thing. They don’t have a mayor and the list goes on. How did they reach this point? To help us understand, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sipho Hlomuka – MEC for Corporative Governance and Traditional Affairs in KZN
Guest: Sbu Ndlovu - Resident
Chris Pappas - DA KZN Spokesperson on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Our personal development this morning comes courtesy of Clifford Cooper who is a Master Life and Executive Coach. He talks to us about changing ones career midlife. Is it a good thing and when should one consider doing that? Guest: Clifford Cooper - Master Life and Executive Coach
This morning Bryan focus on wealth and the question he’s asking is: What are the more affluent doing to help retain and grow their wealth?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Zondo Commission into state capture has revealed how executives, minister and public servants shift the blame or deny knowing about something that has incriminated them. The examples are just too many to mention, but let’s play you some of these clips from Minerals and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe, former deputy correctional services minister Thabang Makwetla and former Public Enterprises Minister Lynne Brown… CLIP-ZONDO-DENY LINK: Well these denials happened just this past weekend. Interestingly, the Progressive Professionals Forum is calling for a couple of measures that will sort this problem out. They are suggesting a separate SOE act and possible legislation than can separate the role of executives and politicians. To talk about their proposals, and solutions they believe can restore our faith in governance, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Kashif Wicomb – President of the Progressive Professionals Forum
Tanzania's exiled opposition leader Tundu Lissu is calling on President Samia Suluhu Hassan to depart from the ways of her predecessor in the country's fight against COVID-19. A vocal COVID sceptic, Late President John Magufuli, had long downplayed the severity of COVID-19, urging Tanzanians to pray, use steam inhalation and embrace local remedies to protect themselves from the respiratory disease. Let’s listen to this report by the SABC’s Isaac Lukando in Dar es Salaam…
Guest: Nixon Kathembo - Specialist on the Great Lakes and East Africa and also works on the KiSwahili Desk at Channel Africa Guest: Dr Lenn Kasoga – Economist working with the Julius Nyerere Foundation
Believe it or not, tomorrow (Saturday) is International Day of Happiness. It is a day that was proclaimed by the United Nations in 2012. Looking at what is going on around us regarding job losses, losing loved ones through Covid-19. New lockdown rules preventing gatherings, how then do we mark such a day? Also what does happiness do to ones wellbeing and productivity? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof Talita Greyling – Wellness Economist from the UJ School of Economics
This coming Sunday marks 61 years since the Sharpeville massacre and this morning we reflect on that day that led to cracking down and banning of political parties in the country. We look at the massacre changed ideas around resistance, the legacy of that day. Also the role it played in birthing international human rights and to help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by..
Guest: Jackie Seroke – PAC’s National Spokesperson Guest: Tsepo Gumbi - Project Coordinator: Photojournalism and Documentary Photography Programme at MPW Guest: Joseph Ngoaketsi - A social and cultural activist, an archives and Records Management lecturer at UNISA (as well as a PhD candidate at Wits University researching changes and continuity on memorialisation and commemoration of Sharpeville historical memory over a period of 50 year 1960-2010. Joseph completed Honors degree script on history of Sharpeville and Master’s degree on historical consciousness experienced by the community Of Sharpeville)
President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the eulogy at the Special Official Funeral which is now a memorial for King Goodwill Zwelithini. You may have seen the process throughout yesterday of the amabutho escorting his body to his final resting place. To look at what happens next and also the projects he’s been involved in and also the controversial Ingonyama Trust, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Zulumathabo Zulu – Research Scientist and Director of Madisebo University Research Institute
Let’s tell you now about the Water Research Council that is holding its Women in Water Conference under the theme “Women, Water and Science”. One of the objectives of the conference is to put the spotlight on the transforming role of women in water research science. To tell us more on this and its significance, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Mamohloding Tlhagale – Head of International Cooperation and Partnerships at Water Research Commission
Education authorities are calling on parents to become actively involved in their children’s education by participating in voting for their School Governing Bodies. Parents are also encouraged to assist schools, not only through the voting process, but also through day to day functions. Well like they say it’s easier to talk and blame the teachers, but as a parent what is it you are doing to assist the school where your child attends? To talk more on this issue, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Matakanya Matakanye – General-Secretary for the National Association of School Governing Bodies
Our health feature this morning focuses on constipation and other stomach ailments. According to medical journals, constipation occurs when bowel movements become less frequent and stools become difficult to pass. This they say happens often due to changes in diet or routine, or due to inadequate intake of fiber.
Guest: Dr Marc Ostrofsky – Specialist physician and fellow in medical gastroenterology and hepatology at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital and Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre
If you have any tax related problems, the following discussion may be of interest to you. The Office of the Tax Ombud is here to assist if you feel unfairly treated by SARS.
Guest: Professor Thabo Legwaila - CEO in the Office of the Tax Ombud
In today’s economic hardships one sometimes wishes you can just play the Lotto and do whatever you wish with your earnings. Interestingly there are alternative ways one can play the lottery whether electronically or physically.
Guest: Maryke Haywood - Marketing Director: Lottoland
The National Assembly yesterday (Tuesday) voted in favour of the establishment of an ad hoc committee to investigate the Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane's fitness to hold office. The ANC says it is important for the Public Protector, Busisiwe Mkhwebane to have an opportunity to clear her name before a committee of Parliament. The party’s deputy Chief Whip, Doris Dlakude, says the committee would give Mhkwebane an opportunity to clear her name.
Guest: Veronica Mente - EFF Chief Whip and National Chairperson
The DA called on the Mangaung Metro's acting executive mayor, Lebohang Masoetsa, to investigate city manager, Tankiso Mea. Allegations against Mea include financial mismanagement, unauthorised and wasteful expenditure. Let’s listen first to this report from Palesa Moeti….
Guest: Molefi Morake - MMC responsible Corporate Services at the Mangaung Metro Councillor
Guest: Thembeni Nxangisa - COGTA MEC in the Free State
Guest: Themba Zweni – Resident of Mangaung
On our personal development we focus on the importance of mentoring.. What is mentoring and what does a mentor teach us? Also what are the benefits?
Guest: Michelle Potter – Executive Director at Sayes Mentoring
Guest: Amina Pululu – A mentee
This morning Bryan addresses the issues of finding a reliable financial adviser? What should one lookout for seeing how many of them are promising all sorts of results and services. What is that one thing we all ought to watch out for?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
A student has been shot and wounded when police allegedly fired live ammunition at protesting students in Braamfonein yesterday (Monday). The students from Wits and the University of Johannesburg had continued their protests over historical debt. They have threatened to shut down all universities in the country if their demands are not met. This shooting follows fresh at the back of Mthokozisi Ntumba's death last week allegedly by police. Let’s hear now from the police regarding yesterday’s incident and also why they use live ammunition during protests as we welcome…
Guest: Colonel Brenda Muridili – National Police Spokesperson
Today (Monday) is World Consumer Rights Day and this year’s theme is Tackle Plastic Pollution which is aimed at creating awareness against the use of plastic to save our ecosystem. For many years government tried to make us pay for plastic to discourage us from accepting it, but I guess this has not worked as pollution continues.
guest: Thezi Mabuza – Acting Commissioner at the National Consumer Council
The Khoi community and other interest groups held gathering since Friday up to yesterday (Sunday) embracing the new name Gqeberha. They have also written a letter to the Department of Corporative Governance ant Traditional Affairs expressing their unhappiness with the mayor of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality who was not happy with the name. For a perspective on this issue and what it means to the Khoi community and also why it’s not only still a bone of contention but why it should be embraced,
Guest: Christian Martin – Khoi activist
Guest: Prof Barney Pityana - Professor Emeritus of Law, University of South Africa (He wrote about his views on the issue feeling that PE has too many colonial names actually an insult. He also feels that naming places after comrades is more done to buy government favour)
Student body - SASCO and the EFF Student Command have threatened to shut down all institutions of higher learning today Monday. This is part of their ongoing protest to demand free education and for students to be allowed to register for the 2021 academic year even if they have historical debt. Let’s find out now from government as to what they are expecting institutions to do today as we welcome…
Guest: Ishmael Mnisi – Spokesperson for the Department of Higher Education
Guest: Dr Pali Lehohla - Former Statistician-General of South Africa
As South Africa is still battling to get Prophet Bushiri and the Guptas to come back to the country, Justice Minister Ronald Lamola called on all countries to intensify collaboration in repatriating assets and extraditing suspected criminals evading justice. Lamola was representing the country at the 14th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice. Let’s take a look now at where our laws go wrong and why it’s so easy for suspects to leave the country and just not corporate? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Gary Eisenberg – Proprietor of Eisenberg and Associates, specialist immigration, citizenship and extradition lawyer
This morning we take a look at the pressure put on officials in the procurement divisions by political heads. Industry commentators feel that procurement officials are under siege as they have to do as their principals tell them or face being victimized. To find out now how widespread this practice is and also what is it they can do under such circumstances, we are joined on the line by….…
Guest: Reuben Maleka - Assistant General Manager at the Public Servants Association
We talk now to Dr Maud Mthembu who is Social Work lecturer at UKZN’s School of Applied Human Sciences. She recently led a team that wrote an isiZulu children’s book about Covid-19 titled: Uhambo Lwami ngesikathi – My journey during Covid-19. We talk to her now about the book and why she felt it necessary to target it at children and also chose to do it in isiZulu….
Guest: Dr Maud Mthembu – Social Work lecturer at UKZN’s School of Applied Human Sciences
This morning we focus on the business of chicken farming. Our guest this morning is not only into poultry farming, but also in the process of launching Blaque Stores, fruit and vegetables outlets which he say are aimed at providing a market for farmers struggling to sell their products. Where did it all start for him?
Guest: Mothupi Kgopa – Poultry farmer, Author and entrepreneur
Yesterday (11 March) marked 10 years since the Fukushima nuclear disaster. This has given environmentalists and interests groups in the country the opportunity to remind government why nuclear is a bad idea. They have been submitting arguments to NERSA about why nuclear should not be included in the country’s energy mix. To educate us on this, and also the main reasons why nuclear should never be considered in our country, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Peter Becker - From the Koeberg Alert Alliance
Protesting students at Wits have again brought to light the issue of funding for higher education. They went on the rampage this week protesting against what they call financial exclusion of poor students. Government on the other hand announced an additional funding for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme to address the funding shortfall for the 2021 academic year. Let’s get a perspective now from parliament as we welcome…
Guest: Mohlopi Mapulane - Chairperson of Portfolio Committee on Higher Education, Science and Technology
Condolences have been pouring in for the late AmaZulu King Goodwill Zwelithini who passed away in hospital in the early hours of this morning. The news was confirmed by Traditional Prime minister of the Zulu nation, Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi this morning. King Goodwill has been in hospital for more than a month for diabetes treatment. He died aged 72. Before we talk about his life and times as king, let’s listen to some of the comments from an interview he did on Aljazeera…..
Guest: Dr Zulumathabo Zulu – Research Scientist and Director of Madisebo University Research Institute
As Wits students again take to the streets protesting against financial exclusion at the university, we take a look at whether the promise of a free education is practical indeed. The subject is not new and has been used for political gain over the years. Let’s start off with a comment from Higher Education Minister in 2015 while addressing parliament where he said that free education is possible if the rich can be taxed more….
Guest: Dr. Sean Muller-Senior Lecturer: School of Economics at the University of Joburg’s Institute of Advanced Study
Eastern Cape MEC for Finance Mlungisi Mvoko tabled his R82.7bn 2021/2022 budget in the Bhisho legislature yesterday (Wed). One of the comments he made is that he believes the economy is responding well as the country comes out of the hardships caused by Covid-19. To tell us how the province will be utilising the allocated funds, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Daluhlanga Majeke - Head of Eastern Cape Treasury
We are now joined on the line by a Wits University student who is being financially excluded.
Guest: Sicelo Khubeka-student Wits University
As you did see some of the hectic scenes beamed across our news channels of how police handled the Wits students protest yesterday. Sadly one person who had nothing to do with the protest was fatally shot after he visited a clinic. This is what some of the witnesses had to say… CLIP-WITNESSES LINK: It's understood that the man was leaving MyClinic, when he was reportedly shot by police, then he was attended to by Dr Tebogo Sedibe who was trying to resuscitate him. Zaakir Ahmed Mayet, a Legal representative for MyClinic in Braamfontein and this is what he had to say…
Guest: David Bruce – Independent Researcher specialising in policing and public safety
Having spoken to the manufacturers of furniture who have entered the completion, we speak now to the deputy minister to get a sense of her impressions and also what it is they are doing to encourage more young people to enter the market..
Guest: Barbara Copelovici - Entrepreneurship Director at SA Breweries Guest: Nomalungela Gina - Deputy Minister for the Department of Trade Industry and Competition guest: MIKHAYLA PETERSON - WINNER OF THE STUDENT CATEGORY
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition’s 2020/2021 national Furniture Design Competition is announcing its winners at a virtual event today. Five finalists each in the Students and Established Manufacturers categories will be vying for top honours and let’s speak to some of them to find out the kind of furniture they produce as we welcome..
Guest: Jason Wells – Brand and Marketing at PG Bison Guest: Bernadette Isaacs - Managing Director South African Furniture Initiative Guest: Craig Schneeberger - COO: Coricraft Guest: Marcia Margolius – Editor of SA Décor & Design and webfluentia
British American Tobacco SA has done some research where they sent in mystery shoppers to buy cigarettes that is sold below the tax rate in every retail sector. Their research through the mystery shoppers found that 41% of retail outlets visited sold packs of 20s at below taxable cost. To tell us more on this and why they decided to do things this way, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Johnny Moloto – General Manager at British American Tobacco SA
The Automobile Association has disputed a message on SANRAL's website that insists that the non-payment of e-tolls will result in motorists being unable to renew vehicle licence discs. Reports have surfaced that SANRAL is threatening that those with outstanding toll fees will need to settle in order for renewed licence disks to be issued. On the third of March last year my colleague Aldrin Sampear spoke to Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula who had this to say... Guest: Layton Beard - Spokesperson for the AA
Last year when the ANC was celebrating its 108th birthday, President Cyril Ramaphosa gave the mayor of the Sol Plaatje Municipality a tongue lashing over poor service delivery. Mayor Patrick Mabilo then responded by saying the persistent poor service is due to a lack of funds. Ramaphosa was left appalled during door-to-door campaigns ahead of the party's birthday celebrations saying the state of the municipality is unacceptable. Our reporter Neria Hlakudza was there during the celebrations and filed this report…
Guest: Patrick Mabilo – Mayor of the Sol Plaatje Municipality
Guest: Tumelo Mosikane – Community leader
Guest: Phillip Voster – DA councillor in the Sol Plaatje Municipality
In our personal development feature we focus on how social networking can improve personal development….
Guest: Tshepo Tabane – Life Coach
At New Year, individuals are expected to make New Year’s resolutions. We are now into a new tax year so is this not a good time to make new financial resolutions?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
A researcher based in New York’s Columbia University has done some research wanting to find out why minibus taxis are so reckless on the road and why no amount of traffic fines can stop them. He then concludes by pointing the finger at the way the economics of the industry is structured where the owner sets a daily target for the driver. Bringing it to South Africa, is there a better way that the taxi money system can be made better so that they don’t drive as reckless as they do? Guest: Ofentse Mokwena – Transport Economist
Staying with the local business theme, we turn our attention on measures taken by government to attract foreign investment. They have identified the Special Economic Zone Programme which have become internationally popular economic instrument intended to catalyze economic growth. Following this trend, our government introduced the SEZ Programme in what they say is a mechanism to attract foreign direct investment. And to give us an idea of how much foreign investment they have attracted so far, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Maoto Molefane - Chief Director: Special Economic Zones at the Department of Trade and Industry
Proudly South African is today starting its Buy Local Summit & Expo which ends on Wednesday the10th March. The expo which offers exposure to small start-up businesses as well as big corporations is spreading the on-going call to action for the public and private sectors to support locally manufactured products and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: HOWARD GABRIELS - CHAIRMAN OF PROUDLY-SA
As we mark International Women’s Day today, we speak to one of the women in our country who has been in the hierarchy of leadership. Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi has been in the political realm for many years as Minister of Public Service and Administration and NEC member of the ruling party. Today she is board chair at Tiger Brands and talks to us about her role there and the advancement of women not only at board level, but also entrepreneurship. As a country how would she describe the journey women have travelled up to 2021?
Guest: Geraldine Fraser-Moleketi - Chairman of the Tiger Brands Board
Yesterday Transnet Board Chairperson Popo Molefe reacted with anger at reports of an attempted assassination of a Transnet employee who was testifying at the Zondo Commission of Inquiry into State Capture. The unnamed witness has reportedly been receiving death threats for the past 18 months since testifying against the executives. Let’s get into the story now as we welcome….
Guest: Thanduxolo Jika – Investigative journalist at the Sunday Times
Guest: Sipho Ngwema - Spokesperson for the National Prosecuting Authority
Let’s get some inspiration now from Tim Hogins who is celebrating 10 years in business. From humble beginnings as a security guard to a successful entrepreneur running multiple businesses. Let’s not spoil it and allow him to tell us where it all started….
Guest(SKYPE): Tim Hogins - Chairman and CEO of Hogins Enterprises
Let’s tell you now about the Companies Tribunal is an which is an agency of the Department of Trade and Industry established in terms of the Companies Act No. 71 of 2008 to provide speedy resolution of company disputes. They will be holding a seminar in partnership with the UP’s Mercantile Law Department to look at legislative shortcomings in implementing their mandate and to tell us more on this,
Guest: Dr. Mohamed Chicktay – Chairperson of the Companies Tribunal
As you may have heard in the news a report by Statistics South Africa revealing that among the various population groups in the country, black children aged 0 – 17 were the least likely to stay with their biological father at home compared to their peers of other races. This was mentioned in their Children’s Education and Well-being in South Africa report which was conducted in 2018. To discuss this further and find out what some of the causes are, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Dr. Seble Worku, Director: Education Statistics at StatsSA
Guest: Castro Musinyali – Chairperson at “We are Fathers, We are Parents
Today would have been Miriam Makeba’s 89th birthday. A special day not just for her foundation, but for the country as a whole as she was one of the artists who travelled the world singing and spreading the word against the atrocities of the then brutal apartheid system.
Guest: Lindelani Makeba-Lee - great-grandson of Miriam Makeba
As more workers in the different sectors are losing their jobs, public sector unions on the other hand have unanimously demanded a 4% salary increase across the board. They tabled their demands at the Public Service Coordinating Bargaining Council on Monday. Let’s find out now from the teacher’s union as to what their demands are as we welcome… Guest: Mugwena Maluleke – SADTU General Secretary
Monday the 8th of March marks International Women’s Day and many institutions are preparing for conferences and other platforms to highlight how far the world is in dealing with issues affecting women. The wage gap, lack of economic participation and representation in the boardroom are still major problems. We talk now to Nigerian business publication, Compatriot Magazine as they will be hosting their African Boardroom Webinar series under the theme:
Guest: Tomi Moyan – CEO of Compatriot Magazine and creator of the African Boardroom
Gauteng Department of Economic Development in collaboration with its partners last week held a Virtual Gauteng SMME Summit aimed at assisting SMMEs in directing their businesses and finding sustainable solutions as they strive to recover from the impact the pandemic has had on their operations. To tell us more on this and SMME’s will benefit from this as many of them are tired of empty promises, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Tseliso Mohlomi – Director: Special Projects, Strategic Partnerships and International Relations at the Gauteng Department of Economic Development
Tomorrow (Thursday) being World Obesity Day, we look at the health of an obese person what it is they can do to lose weight. The medical journals explain obesity, a disease characterized by the interaction of genetic, behavioural, metabolic and environmental factors. What is the main reason for obesity, is it the food or more to do with the biological side of things?
Guest: Tessa van der Merwe – Honorary Professor and Researcher in the Department of Endocrinology at the University of Pretoria
Today we visit the Emfuleni Municipality where Gauteng Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC, Lebogang Maile appointed an administrator. The municipality was put under administration in 2018 following a R1-million irregular expenditure bill. It also owes Eskom R2.7-billion. To find out whether there is any progress under the current administrator and how far they are in settling their bill with both Eskom and Rand Water.
Guest: Gilberto Martins – Administrator of the Emfuleni Municipality
Guest: Klippies Kritzinger – CEO of the Golden Chamber of Triangle Commerce
Guest: Themba Mnisi – Community leader
A 25-year-old taxi passenger was allegedly raped by the driver and the conductor. The lady was allegedly raped at gunpoint in KwaZulu-Natal. She says she told Reaction Unit SA that she was too afraid to reveal that she is HIV-positive. For more on this story. Guest: Prem Balran – Spokesperson for Reaction Unit SA
Last week being the last Tuesday of February, we could not speak to Bryan due to a special broadcast. Well today he deals with questions that he received around annuitization and the impact on retirement schemes……
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The independent review panel, appointed by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Thandi Modise, has found that prima facie evidence exists to institute removal proceedings against Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane. Chaired by Justice Bess Nkabinde, alongside Advocate Dumisa Ntsebeza and Advocate Johan de Waal, the panel had to investigate whether there is proof of incompetence or misconduct by Mkhwebane. The DA brought a motion to Parliament for Mkhwebane's fitness to be tested, following several damning court findings against her. Zalene Merrington reports...
Guest: Lawson Naidoo - Executive Secretary Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC)
Guest: Ulrich Roux-Joburg-based attorney
March is regarded as Human Rights Month mainly due to the Sharpeville massacre on the 21st of March 1960 where people’s rights were violated by the then apartheid regime. So today we kick off the month by looking at the state of human rights in our country. How much do we have to celebrate seeing the inequality in our country and poverty around us? Corruption in government dominates the news agenda while racism and gender based violence refuse to go away? How should we describe our current state of human rights?
Guest: Chris Nissen – Commissioner at the South African Human Rights Commission
Guest: Dewa Mavhinga - Southern Africa director at Human Rights Watch
Guest: Corlett Letlojane, Executive Director at Human Rights Institute of South Africa (HURISA)
This morning we unpack the state of the province of KwaZulu-Natal with Premier Sihle Zikalala. As you may have heard on Friday during his address how he intends to turn the provinces economy with projects like edible oil plant at Richards Bay and clothing and textile special economic zones. The premier now joins us on the line to give us a sense of where he intends to start….
Guest: Sihle Zikalala – Premier of KwaZulu-Natal
eNCA has come under severe criticism from different quarters over their political reporter Lindsay Dentlinger’s conduct during her coverage of the Budget Speech. Video footage surfaced of her interviews with Freedom Front Plus leader, Pieter Groenewald, and the DA’s John Steenhuisen without their masks on, while she requested several Black political leaders, including UDM Chief Whip Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, to keep theirs on went viral on social media. SANEF Chairperson Sbu Ngwala says he was worried by ENCA's response….
Guest: Siyabulela Jentile - #NotInMyNameSA president
Guest: Terry Oakley-Smith – MD at Diversi-T
Meanwhile, the United Democratic Movement, UDM has sought relief from the Broadcasting Complaints Commission of South Africa ("BCCSA") regarding eNCA's alleged racist treatment of UDM Deputy President Nqabayomzi Kwankwa during the so called "mask incident". Guest: Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, Deputy President and Chief Whip of the United Democratic Movement, UDM
DA MP and DA Shadow Minister of Finance has defended eNCA political reporter, Lindsay Dentlinger, who is at the centre of a social media storm over alleged racism. This follows video footage of her interviews with Freedom Front Plus leader, Pieter Groenewald, and the DA's John Steenhuisen without their masks on, while she reportedly requested several Black political leaders, including UDM Chief Whip Nqabayomzi Kwankwa, to keep theirs on - went viral on social media. Geordin Hill-Lewis says the video was edited in a manner to portray Lindsay as racist. Geordin has also questioned why eNCA hasn't bothered to show the footage to prove their colleague is not a racist He has also asked if there is an agenda to destroy her career? Guest: Geordin Hill-Lewis, DA MP and DA Shadow Minister of Finance
Former State Security Minister Bongani Bongo has been found not guilty of trying to bribe a Parliamentary Eskom Inquiry Evidence Leader by the Western Cape High Court. Judge John Hlophe says the state has failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt. He says the evidence of the state's star witness - Advocate Ntuthuzelo Vanara - was not credible as it was contradicted by other witnesses. Bongo says acquittal is proof that the case was part of a political conspiracy. GUEST: Former State Security Minister and the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs, Advocate Bongani Bongo
Kwena Baloyi outlines the objectives of ‘Dear Miss SA’ initiative. The campaign challenges the Miss South Africa organisation to address issues of diversity and representation as some women feel that they are not well represented by Miss SA.
Guest: Kwena Baloyi, founder of Dear Miss SA Initiative
World News: Mass protests have been going on for weeks now in Myanmar since the military seized power and detained politicians from the democratically elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi’s National League for Democracy (NLD). So what will the military do next, seeing that civilians are not willing to end the protests? Guest: Kiru Naidoo, Asia Pacific Researcher
The news of a Chinese man being ordered to compensate his wife for the house work she did during their marriage has been welcomed internationally as a milestone with some arguing that the money is too little. The woman will receive the equivalent of 7-thousand-700 dollars for five year’s worth of work. Guest: Mbuyiselo Botha – Commissioner at the Commission for Gender Equality
Guest: Steph Dawson-Cosser – Accredited Divorce and Family Mediator
The National Lotteries Commission is the only National Lottery Regulator and License holder in South Africa. The NLC monitors and regulates the running of various lottery competitions, including those organised by non-profit organisations to raise funds and by companies to promote their goods and services and this brings us to our guest today…
GUEST: IAN BANNER - CO-FOUNDER LAUREUS SPORT FOR GOOD FOUNDATION SOUTH AFRICA GUEST FOR NLC: Adv. Makhosazana Lindhorst - SENIOR MANAGER: REGULATION, COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT AT THE NLC
As the country ponders on the state of our economy especially with unemployment figures increasing, different groups and industries believe they have the solutions. Our guest is of the view that there will be more economic opportunities if black women are put in leadership positions within the private and public sector. She also raises the problem of how the wage gap is widening internationally. As far as she’s concerned, what is true transformation and what is holding it back?
Guest: Divya Vasant – Co-Founder and CEO of AMAZI group
Those in the property market were hoping finance minister Tito Mboweni would say something about the sector. There was no talk of transfer duty relief either which may have boosted the sector. To talk more on this and also how the industry is doing post lockdown and whether it’s a good time to buy or sell,
Guest: Louis Kruger - Director of Kruger Attorneys and Conveyancers inc
The business of hair is one that never goes out of fashion. Even under the lockdown people still found a way to keep their hair beautiful. Today we speak to one of the people behind the popular hair brands used by many celebrities as we welcome….
Guest: Sonto Pooe - Founder of NativeChild hair and body care
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni has announced an eight percent increase in excise duties on alcohol and tobacco products. The Minister is tabling the Budget in Parliament. He says is clear that excessive alcohol consumption can lead to negative social and health outcomes. He adds that consumers react to price increases, and higher prices should lead to lower consumption of alcohol products with positive spinoffs......
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LINK: For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Maurice Smithers – Director at the Southern African Alcohol Policy Alliance
We speak now to one of the beneficiaries of the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative who are complaining about not having been paid as promised by the Gauteng Department of Education. To find out what happened, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Anon – Beneficiary of the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (Surname in the morning)
Guest: Steve Mabona – Spokesperson for the Gauteng Education Department
A survey by experts at the SA Medical Research Council shows that Tuberculosis remains an epidemic. The National TB Prevalence Survey was conducted since 2018 and the findings were only released this month. South Africa is among 30 countries that are worst affected by the disease.
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The government and medicals experts have been trying for months now to dispel myths around the covid-19 vaccines. Some South Africans have been suspicious of vaccines and are insisting that they will not get inoculated. President Cyril Ramaphosa and Health Minister Zweli Mkhize recently got vaccinated in an effort to encourage South Africans to do the same. Today scores of experts will meet to discuss how to educate the public in an attempt to boost efforts to achieve herd immunity in the country.
Guest: Dr. Richard Lessels-Infectious Diseases Specialist at KwaZulu-Natal Research Innovation and Sequencing Platform
SMMEs are waiting in anticipation to see what kind of support the Minister of Finance will provide when he delivers his Medium-Term Budget. This sector has been hardest hit by the covid-19 pandemic. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Tebogo Khaas- President of the SMME Forum (confirmed)
Guest: Asanda Mdeni-Independent manufacturer of clothes who is based in rural Eastern Cape
The school that is being led by the winner of the 2020 African Union Continental Teacher Prize Livhalani Bridget Sinyosi has achieved a 98% Matric pass rate. The Dzata Secondary School is based in the Vhembe District in Limpopo. There were distinctions achieved in every subject. Ms Sinyosi joins us now for more on how her learners achieved this during a difficult year.
Guest: Livhalani Bridget Sinyosi-Principal of Dzata Secondary
Farmer’s organisation Agri-SA wants problems with power generation and tariff hikes addressed during Finance Minister Tito Mboweni’s Medium Term Budget Speech tomorrow. The agricultural sector is also keeping a close watch on how Mboweni will address funding for the troubled Land Bank. There also fears that he may raise taxes which the industry is warning against. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Joseph Kau-Agricultural Economist at the Research Council of SA
Among the key functions of the National Lotteries Commission is funding Not for profit organisations, NGOs, sporting bodies, educational institutions rights down to small cultural groups. Today we profile one of those beneficiaries which is the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), or Sea Rescue which is a registered non‐profit organisation that is committed to preventing drownings and saving lives. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr. Cleeve Robertson-CEO of the National Sea Rescue Institute
The Free State province has once again come out tops achieving an 85.1% matric pass rate. The results were announced by the Minister for Basic Education Angie Motshekga yesterday. Gauteng was second with 83.3% with the Western Cape coming third at 79.9%. The national figure is at 76.2%. We are now joined on the line by…who is one of the top achievers in the North West province which achieved a pass rate of 76.2 …
Guest: Jana Geyser is one of the top learners in the North West province. She is from Rustenburg High School.
The pass rate for the Class of 2020 is 76.2%. Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga, says although the national pass rate dropped below 80%, with a drop of 5%, it is much better than she expected. She announced the pass rate in Pretoria. Liela Magnus reports ....
LINK: The Minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga has announced that the Department they will be focusing on implementing programmes that will help with skills development and the preparation for a fourth industrial revolution. This will come by way of strengthening schools of specialisation. Motshekga was speaking yesterday during the release of the 2020 Matric Results. The Gauteng Education Department has been at the forefront unveiling a number of technical high schools in recent years with MEC Panyaza Lesufi saying the schools will also help address skills shortages. For more on this we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Professor Ruksana Osman-Education expert Wits University
The pass rate for the Class of 2020 is 76.2%. Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga, says although the national pass rate dropped below 80%, with a drop of 5%, it is much better than she expected. She announced the pass rate in Pretoria. Liela Magnus reports ....
guest: Seliki Tlhabane-Chief Director: Maths, Science and Technology at the Department of Basic Education
The Department of Health in partnership with Pfizer have embarked on an immunisation and child health catch up drive. Let’s find out now what this is all about and what parents should know about it. And also under the current Covid-19 restrictions, where does one take their child? Guest: Ntombi Mazibuko - Child Health Consultant- UNICEF
Literary lovers are in for a treat as the Market Theatre has put together a star studded cast to pay tribute to the literary giant E’skia Mphahlele. They will be performing the novel called Tate Etla Gae (Father Come Home) in Sepedi as this forms part of the Indigenous Languages programming funded by the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture Incubation Programme.
Guest: Clive Mathibe – Stage adaptor and director of the play
The Human Sciences Research Council held a webinar at the back of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State of the Nation Address discussing policy options existing for sustainable and equitable macroeconomic reconstruction and recovery beyond COVID-19. They were zooming into this four-point plan for the economic future of South Africa. The big question is how realistic is it under the current political climate marred by corruption?
Guest: Dr Peter Jacobs – Research Director in the Inclusive Economic Development division of the Human Sciences Research Council
The public consultation process on the National Implementation Framework towards the Professionalisation of the Public Service has officially been launched. You may remember last year the framework was released for comments aimed at creating a system of professionalism in the public service.
Guest: Busani Ncaweni-Principal of the National School of Government
Last week we received an anonymous call from one of our listeners who wanted to know how the principle of innocent till proven guilty works. What does it mean in legal terms and to the layperson’s year? This is a term that is very popular with politicians when dealing with their own and to explain this to us,
Guest: Prof Hennie Strydom – Professor of International Law at the University of Johannesburg
In this hour we focus on preserving the legacy of Nelson Mandela through the Nelson Mandela Museum and Foundation. How do we utilise his legacy and memory to build a better South Africa and better world?
Guest: Mr. Mandisi Msongelwa - Acting CEO of the Nelson Mandela Museum
Guest: Ndileka Mandela
This morning we bring you a special programme marking 31 years since international icon and South Africa’s first democratically elected president, Nelson Mandela was released from the Victor Verster Prison in 1990. The Nelson Mandela Museum is celebrating the historic event today by taking us back to the planning of his release and reflect on his last day at the prison and the whole process of walking him from the gate to where he addresses the nation. Let’s first talk about why the museum decided to mark the day in this manner as we welcome…
Guest: Dr Nomvuselelo Songelwa - Council Chairperson of Nelson Mandela Museum (5 minutes to set the tone and give listeners background to the celebration)
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LINK: We speak now to those who were in the forefront of receiving Mandela when he was released in 1990…
Guest: Trevor Manuel – Former Finance Minister and part of the then committee tasked to receive Mandela (Will speak on readiness of Nelson Mandela’s release and its activities)
Guest: Dr Sydney Mufamadi – Former Minister of Safety and Security and also part of the committee tasked to receive Mandela (Will speak on the political preparedness and democratic future in South Africa.)
The first COVID-19 vaccine doses have been administered to President Cyril Ramaphosa and Health Minister, Zweli Mkhize along with a group of healthcare workers at the Khayelitsha District Hospital, in Cape Town. The Western Cape will be receiving 13-thousand of the 80-thousand Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccines which have arrived in the country. Corbin August reports
Guest: Kevin Halama – Spokesperson for the Health and other services personnel trade union of South Africa
Supporters of the Free State Radical Economic Transformation (RET) Forces have questioned the independence of the country's judiciary. The group has pledged support for ANC Secretary-General, Ace Magashule, ahead of his court appearance in Bloemfontein tomorrow. Thabiso Radebe has the story…..
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LINK: Let’s speak now to one of the organisations that are supporting Ace Magashule…
Guest: Gift Pudi – SANCO’s Deputy Provincial Chair in the Free State
Guest: Polediso Motsoeneng – Former secretary of the Tabo Mofutsanyane region
This morning on our health feature we focus on eating disorders. Medical opinions differ on what causes eating disorders, but those who are victims of this and parents with children who suffer from eating disorders will tell you how difficult it is. The other question is whether it is being taken serious? Well let’s use this opportunity now to understand how it all starts and how one can overcome as we welcome….
Guest: Marlene van den Berg – Occupational Therapist at Akeso Montrose Manor Clinic
Guest: Natascha Stallkamp – Registered clinical psychologist at Akeso Montrose Manor Clinic
Some members of the Khoi and San community are threatening to go to the Equality Court should all adverts they deem predijucial continue to be published. They say this is prevalent in government departments and municipalities where the recruitment criteria is biased against them and favours black people. They have currently zoomed in on the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro saying they have particularly noted this trend in the Economic Development, Tourism and Agriculture Directorate.
Guest: Christian martin - KHOI ACTIVIST AND ALSO FORMER MPL IN THE EASTERN CAPE LEGISLATURE Guest: Anette Lovemore-MMC for Corporate Services at the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro
We revisit the tragic story of Lily mine in Mpumalanga where three miners were trapped and died, four years ago. The latest is that the business rescue practitioners of emerging gold producer, Vantage Goldfields say that they have received an offer to provide the capital required to self-fund the process of reopening the Lily and Barbrook mines, in Mpumalanga.
Guest: Siphephile Kunene – SABC reporter in Mpumalanga Guest: Rob Devereux – Business Rescue Practitioner Guest: Harry Mazibuko – Representing the workers guest: NEIL HERRICK-CEO ARQOMANZI, LARGEST CREDITOR
The CEO of the security company involved in the shooting of a 15-year-old boy at a petrol station in Cape Town says he is shocked by the incident. The father of the boy was apparently in an altercation with one of the guard which led to the shooting of the boy.
Guest: Marvin Charles – Journalist at News24
Link: Fidelity guards are said to be under a lot of pressure as they fear being attacked by criminals any time and to get a sense of what they go through on a daily basis when performing their duties, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Mayibenathi Matwa – Interim Provincial Secretary for trade union DETAWU in the Western Cape
In our Municipal Watch feature we visit the JS Moroka Municipality in Mpumalanga. They have been under administration since last year. An investigation was instituted following a tip-off about corruption under the previous mayor, Thulare Madileng and has since stepped down. Let’s find out now what the current state of the municipality is and what sort of corruption are we talking about and what steps have been taken so far as we welcome…
Guest: Mike Masina – Former mayor of Middleburg
Guest: Mandla Msibi - MEC for Corporative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs in Mpumalanga
Guest: Rhoda Mathabe – Mayor at the Dr. J.S. Moroka Municipality in Mpumalanga
Today in our personal development feature we focus on emotional intelligence and assertiveness….
Guest: Senomi de Villiers – Coach and Facilitator specialising in Leadership Development at Free to Grow
We all try and protect our children from making mistakes from our own experiences. What can we give our children and how do we invest to provide for their education? Bryan gives us all the answers…. GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Former President Jacob Zuma is potentially facing jail time after he failed to appear before the State Capture Commission yesterday. Zuma's lawyers confirmed in a letter to the inquiry that the former president would not attend this week. The Constitutional Court earlier ordered Zuma to appear after he walked out of the commission in November and didn't appear before it last month. However, it seems that a number of political parties are unsympathetic about Zuma's fate. Busi Chimombe reports... PKG-ZUMA-REAX LINK: For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Xolani Dube - Senior researcher at the Xubera Institute for Research and Development Guest: Ongama Mtimka - Lecturer and Political Analyst from the Nelson Mandela University
The Department of Health in partnership with Pfizer have embarked on an immunisation and child health catch up drive. Let’s find out now what this is all about and what parents should know about it. And also under the current Covid-19 restrictions, where does one take their child? To talk more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Ntombi Mazibuko - Child Health Consultant- UNICEF
The Commission of Inquiry into allegations of State Capture has confirmed that this whole week has been set aside to hear testimony from former president Jacob Zuma. In a statement it released yesterday, it says all relevant staff including evidence leaders are ready to proceed today. But Zuma has stated publicly that he will not go to the Commission, despite a ruling by the Constitutional Court ordering him to do so. The Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC) has been concerned about Zuma’s utterances saying the Commission should have Zuma charged with contempt of court if he fails to appear this morning.
Guest: Professor Kealeboga Maphunye of African politics Guest: Lawson Naidoo-Executive Secretary Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC)
The Department of Basic Education says it is ready for the reopening of schools across the country today. Minister Angie Motshekga and Director-General in the Department Matanzima Mweli addressed the media in Pretoria yesterday. Motshekga says the Department will continue to seek a balance between ensuring that learners are safe while addressing gaps in the curriculum. Motshekga also says the pandemic has had a negative impact on the schooling system.
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LINK: Are you confident that all is in order as schools reopen today? Does your child attend a public school, what have you observed this morning? Let’s also talk now about your role as a parent. Are you hands on regarding matters pertaining to your child’s schooling? What challenges are you facing? We are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mahlomola Kekana-Chairperson of the National Association for Parents in School Governance
Tomorrow marks World Radio Day which comes amid many technological advances in the broadcasting industry. The changes have had an impact on how people are consuming radio content around the world. So, how is the SABC and other key stakeholders adapting to these technological advances in order to improve the listener experience? How does the future of radio look like? To get more insight into this we are joined on the line by various role players in the broadcast industry and we start with…
Guest: Nada Wotshela-Group Executive-SABC Radio
Guest: Marius Venter- Acting Chief Technology and Information Officer at Sentech Guest: Gary Whitaker-CEO Broadcast Research Council of South Africa
Guest: Franz Kruger- Adjunct Professor and Head of Wits Journalism and Director at Wits Radio Academy
Guest: Jonathan James Lyamgohn-Multimedia journalist and Broadcast Manager
Human Rights Watch has revealed that some governments around the world are using the Covid-19 pandemic to supress freedom of speech and political activity. The organisation says it has identified more than 80 countries which it says are guilty of this practise. Some of the countries are China, Egypt and Russia. To find out more about this we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Gerry Simpson-Associate Director at Human Rights Watch’s Crisis and Conflict Division in Geneva
President Cyril Ramaphosa says Eskom is making substantial progress with its maintenance and operational excellence programmes. He was delivering his State of the Nation Address in Parliament last night. The comment comes in the week where the power utility has been implementing load shedding across the country. Economists have raised concern about the impact that the power outages are having on an already struggling economy. But Ramaphosa says government has put in place measures to support Eskom…
Guest: Kagiso Pooe-Political analyst and Senior Lecturer at the Wits School of Governance
Guest: Ann Bernstein- Executive Director at the Centre for Development Enterprise
Guest: Kristal Duncan-William-Project Leader at Youth Capital Guest: Nompumelelo Runji-Political analyst as well as Founder and CEO of the organisation Critical Thinkar
Let’s remind you now about the Children’s Amendment Bill that has been rushed through parliament and put on hold by opposition from lobby groups. They say that the Bill proposed that Section 249 and Regulation 107 be removed. This according to interest groups would likely result in the process of adoption facing even more logistical hurdles.
Guest: Jeevie Pillay - Adoption Specialist and a registered member of the South African Association for Social Workers in Private Practice
Now that we are somehow starting to understand how the Covid-19 process in the workplace works where employees are required to stay home for a few days in self isolation so not to infect others, experts are now warning us of “long Covid” or “long-haul Covid”. This one apparently lingers on for longer which affects productivity at work as the person will then have to stay home more than two week. To explain how it works and what employers and employees should know about it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Anton Englebrecht - Senior Health Risk Consultant at Alexander Forbes
We speak now to someone who is in the business of magazines. Mosa Malebo is the founder of a lifestyle magazine called Laurian. She’s talks to us now about her journey and what lead her to magazines seeing how the media industry is taking a beating…. Guest: Mosa Malebo – Founder of Laurian Magazine
This year's State of the Nation Address will be quite subdued and even a solemn affair. And it will be held at a fraction of the cost of previous years. South Africans are hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic as many have lost their jobs and are hoping for some good news from the President this evening. Let’s listen to what they had to say….. CLIP-EXPECTATIONS LINK: For a perspective on what we should expect and also looking at Cyril Ramaphosa’s presidency, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Mighti Jamie – Political and social commentator Guest: Prof Lesiba Tefo – Political Analyst at Unisa
On our health feature today we focus on the importance of vaccines and the value they add against outbreak, viruses and so on. This stems from the worries people have regarding vaccinating against Covid-19. We speak now to an expert in the field to educate us about the importance of taking the vaccine…
Guest: Professor Jeffrey Mphahlele – Vice President for Research at the South African Medical Research Council
We speak now to Tshepo Matseba - MD of Reputation 1st about an article he penned asking what happened to Steinhoff. He feels that our justice system is not balanced as it focuses on chasing people with minor offences while ignoring the corruption at Steinhoff.
Guest: Tshepo Matseba - MD of Reputation 1st and a seasoned Marketing and Communication Director
The Transport Department in KZN is facing a budget shortfall which is likely to affect 100-thousand learners who won’t be able to go to school. The department says it’s unable to provide for all the learners who need the service. To find out what happened and how they are hoping to fix the problem,
Guest: Dr Vusumuzi Nzama – Head of Department in the KZN Department of Education
In an effort to ease dependency on social grants, the Department of Justice and Correctional Services are coming up with new ways of chasing after child maintenance defaulters. They will start using registered cellphone and telephone numbers, company registrations, credit profiles and so on. So basically if you are one of those who chose to run, just know that you can’t hide anymore. To understand how the new approach is going to work, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Josephine Peta – Senior Legal Admin Officer at the Department of Justice
We start off our new feature on municipalities by focusing on the the troubled Mogalakwena local municipality in Mokopane, Limpopo. They announced a new mayor yesterday, the sixth in less than ten years. Frans Mokwele was elected as the new mayor during a virtual council sitting. He replaces the fired mayor Andrina Matsemela. The municipality has been marred by financial mismanagement, corruption, tender irregularities and political instability due to infighting among ANC councillors. Let’s find out now how the municipality reached this point and what are the new mayor’s plans as we welcome…
Guest: Frans Mokwele – Newly appointed mayor of the Mogalakwena Local Municipality
Guest: Basikopo Makamu – MEC for Corporative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs in Limpopo
Guest: Mohlatso Selomo – Mogalakwena Residents Association
Today in our personal development feature we focus resetting your goals in a changing personal and work environment….
Guest: Zipho Sikhakhane – Global speaker, business strategist and CEO of EMZ Advisory
This morning Bryan discussing some of the golden rules of investments. What is it that people should know before even putting their money down?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
For many years private business have been calling on government to allow them access to the rail infrastructure. James Holley, who is Chief Executive of independent rail operator Traxtion’s says that giving third-party operators access to the rail network would not only enable more efficient freight movements within the country, but unlock potential new export markets by providing capacity to freight goods to ports and the rest of the continent. Let’s get his views now and also find out how his call is being received so far….
Guest: James Holley - Chief Executive of Traxtion, an independent rail operator
The Department of Health in partnership with Pfizer have embarked on an immunisation and child health catch up drive.
Guest: Ntombi Mazibuko - Child Health Consultant- UNICEF
Health experts say what is most important and desired is a COVID19 vaccine that can alleviate pressure from the health care system. Ideally, a drug like the Johnson & Johnson vaccine which protects against severe disease to help decrease the number of hospitalisations and deaths. There is concern over vaccines with lower protection against mild to moderate infections because the time-off needed to recover places a burden on the economy. Mt colleague Stephen Grootes spoke to Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize this morning…
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Guest: Prof Barry Schoub - Chair Of the Ministerial Advisory Committee on Vaccines
The Centre for Social Development in Africa has released their report which has revealed among other findings that there was mixed knowledge about the National Minimum Wage in the domestic worker sector MW. Most employers knew of its existence but were not clear on the level it was set at and what the temporary exclusions meant. Surprisingly in the agriculture sector, both employers and farm workers were more knowledgeable about it. We focus now on the domestic worker side to find out why there’s less knowledge about the national minimum wage as we welcome Guest: Senzele Mthembu – Researcher at the Centre for Social Development in Africa Guest: Pinky Mashiane – Founder and President of the United Workers of South Africa
The highly publicised meeting between EFF leader Julius Malema and former President Jacob Zuma at Nkandla in KwaZulu-Natal ended without any of the two parties revealing details of the discussions. Malema and his entourage arrived in a helicopter at Nkandla at around midday. He was accompanied by former EFF national chairperson advocate Dali Mpofu, ANC Ekurhuleni regional chairperson Mzwandile Masina and ANC National executive member Tony Yengeni.
Guest: Samekele Maseko – SABC Political journalist (Covered the story outside Nkandla) Guest: Steven Friedman is Professor of Political Studies at the University of Johannesburg
A man has been taken into custody during protest action at Fish Hoek Beach in the Cape Peninsula. One of the organisers of the "We Are More" movement allegedly ripped a journalist's mask from her face, saying he could not hear her. Corbin August reports….. PKG-CTN-PROTESTS LINK: Meanwhile, Protesting pastors from various churches in Cape Town handed over a memorandum of demands to a representative from the office of the president. Their march to parliament was stopped several metres away from the main gates. Police told them that in term of the level 3 lockdown regulations gatherings are not allowed. The group of about 100 pastors later handed over the memorandum in which they demand among others an end to the closing of churches. To tell us more on this and what else they are demanding, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Apostle Siniko Nxesi – Pastor at Kingdom of God Ministries (He’s also calling for pastors to be declared essential workers as many of them are fined for bridging lockdown rules while performing their duties in communities)
The South African Human Rights Commissioner Chris Nissen, wrapped up his two-day visit to the troubled northern areas in Port Elizabeth. The region has seen a spate of gang-related murders and several incidents of gender-based violence. Community members appealed to the HRC for intervention. Let’s speak now to one of the community members behind the request for the HRC to visit the area to find out how the engagement went as we welcome…..
Guest: Christian Martin – Khoisan activist and ANC MPL in the Eastern Cape Legislature
Yesterday (Thursday) the Constitutional Court confirmed that sections of the RICA Act are unconstitutional. This after Investigative Journalism unit Amabhungane obtained a declaration in the High Court in Johannesburg that six orders of the Act were unlawful. The Act allows for individual or mass surveillance to be conducted, even without the knowledge of those targeted. The case was taken to court after it emerged that journalists were put under surveillance under false pretences.
Guest: Ziyanda Ngcobo - Legal expert
The South African Civil Aviation Authority says is has seen an increase in air crashes in the country. They attribute the rise in air crashes to non-adherence to the sector's safety strategy. Should we be worried as members of the public? Also what kind of air craft are they talking about and which safety regulations are they flouting?
Guest: Poppy Khoza – CEO of the South African Civil Aviation Authority
There's been mixed reaction from political parties to former President Jacob Zuma's decision to defy the Constitutional Court order to appear before the Zondo Commission of Inquiry into State Capture. On Monday, Zuma vowed not to co-operate with the commission, despite last week's ruling by the Apex Court compelling him to do so. Nomalizo Mandela has more.... PKG-ZUMA-ANC LINK: Let’s get the perspective now of one of the party’s elder to get a sense of how they read the situation and what this does to worsen the already damaged image of the ANC as we welcome… Guest: Mavuso Msimang, ANC veteran member and member of the ANC Elders group
Tomorrow (Thursday) being World Cancer Day, health experts say that skin cancer is the most common cancer internationally. They go on to say that South Africa has one of the highest monitored ultraviolet levels in the world. They also say that the country has one of the highest incidences of skin cancer globally. To educate ourselves on the subject, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Cara Noble-Social Worker and National Relationship Manager at CANSA
Guest: Dr. Bianca Tod-Dermatologist and Skin Cancer expert
President Cyril Ramaphosa has come under severe criticism from the opposition after he praised the Cuban Medical Brigade for its work around the world to fight Covid-19. The president revealed that his government will nominate the Cuban doctors for the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize. President Cyril Ramaphosa said this in his address to the nation about new Covid-19 regulations on Monday night. Ramaphosa praised Cuba for sending out three thousand -700 medical professionals around the world to fight the Covid-19 pandemic, including those who came to the country…..
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LINK: Let’s use this opportunity now to understand South Africa’s historical relationship with Cuba and whether the president was correct in what he said as we welcome…
Guest: Professor Siphamandla Zondi – Professor in the Department of Politics at the University of Johannesburg
As the KwaZulu-Natal government readies itself for the rollout of Covid-19 vaccinations, the Public Servants Association is calling for the speeding up of the recruitment processes to ensure the long-awaited opening of the Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Memorial Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal. They want the R2.8 billion Hospital to be opened soon in order to increase bed capacity in the province’s battle against COVID-19 and other diseases. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu – Provincial manager for the Public Servants Association in KwaZulu-Natal
Good news for our rhino is that there has been a significant drop of 33% in the number of poaching. This came out of a report by the Department of Environmental Affairs, Forestry and Fisheries. The department says that it believes the COVID-19 pandemic contributed in part to the decrease in rhino poaching. To find out more about this report and also how Guest: Albi Modise – Spokesperson for the Department of Environmental Affairs, Forestry and Fisheries
There’s been international condemnation after the Burmese army tightened its grip over Myanmar, after seizing power in a coup. The military-run TV station, has announced the appointment of new ministers - to replace those ousted from power. Myanmar's civilian leaders including Aung San Suu Kyi, have been detained.
Guest: Kiru Naidoo – Asia Pacific Researcher
Today in our personal development feature we focus on the power of a vision. What do we mean by that and how many people do act on the power of their vision? Also is it good to share your vision with others or should you rather keep quiet and act on it?
Guest: Tshepiso Maledu – Life coach and author
This morning Bryan focuses on the different investments one can make before the end of February to take advantage of tax saving benefits.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
South Africa yesterday (Monday) took stock of the first batch of AstraZeneca doses which arrived at the OR Tambo international Airport from India. The first one million shots of the vaccine will be used to inoculate healthcare workers amid a surge in infections fuelled by a new variant of the coronavirus. Meanwhile, Section 27 announced that they are joining the global call to the countries that are opposing South Africa and India’s call to make waive intellectual property rights on Covid-19 medicines and other technologies.
Guest: Ntsiki Mpulo – Head of Communications at Section 27
The National Lotteries Commission recognised as the top employer in South Africa. This is according to the Top Employer Institute which certifies organisations according to their best HR practices. To find out what it is that made the NLC standout, and also why the need for such recognitions for organisations,
Guest: Billy Elliot – Regional Manager: Africa at the Top Employers Institute
The Department of Health in partnership with Pfizer have embarked on an immunisation and child health catch up drive. Let’s find out now what this is all about and what parents should know about it. And also under the current Covid-19 restrictions, where does one take their child?
Guest: Ntombi Mazibuko - Child Health Consultant- UNICEF
This coming weekend the African Union will be hosting its 34th summit under the theme: "Arts, Culture and Heritage: Levers for Building the Africa We Want." Having seen what transpired on the continent over the last few months in terms of human rights abuses and the inability of many African countries of dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic, the ISS held a summit on Thursday asking who will lead the AU for 2021? A valid question indeed as South Africa is not praised for their tenure either. To try and answer this question, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Liesl Louw-Vaudran - Senior Researcher and Project Leader: Southern Africa, ISS Pretoria
Last week many of us were shocked at revelation from the Zondo enquiry into State Capture that former apartheid assassin Eugen de Kock was receiving R200-tound a month from government. Well today we speak to someone who is fighting for compensation from apartheid victims. Someone who can tell us more about some of the promises de Kock made and never fulfilled in term of financial contribution to funds meant to help families of his victims. How do they react to these revelations?
Guest: Dr Marjorie Jobson – National Director for the Khulumani Support Group
President Cyril Ramaphosa will receive the country's one-million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, AstraZeneca, at OR Tambo International Airport today. The first consignment of the vaccine will target frontline workers. It was purchased from India and left Mumbai yesterday. The second batch of 500-thousand jabs is scheduled to arrive later this month. Our reporter Noma Bolani is at OR Tambo International Aiport.
Guest: Sophie Mokoena Guest: We are now joined on the line by Prof Glenda Gray - CEO of the SA Medical Research Council to discuss more about the vaccine.
Last week we received a voice note from one of our listeners who managed to record an alleged Transnet employee who tried to solicit a bribe from him for a job. Let’s listen now to the recording…
LINK: My producers did contact Transnet and were told to postpone the interview to today (Monday), but by last night there was still no response from the person mandated to do interviews.
Our lister Walter Buthelezi
Tributes continue to pour in for the late internationally renowned jazz musician and opera singer Sibongile Khumalo who died yesterday at 63. The family say memorial and funeral arrangements will be announced in due course. We go now to London where we connect with Michael Hankinson who directed the Princess Magogo Opera which Sibongile Khumalo starred in….. Guest: Michael Hankins – Director of the Princess Magogo Opera which Sibongile Khumalo starred in
Guest: James Ngcobo - Artistic Director at The Market Theatre
Guest: Sidwell Mhlongo – Classical music presenter for SAfm
The Human Sciences Research Council is conducting surveys about the prevalence of Covid-19 antibodies in the country. The problem is that they are coming across a lot of misconceptions and falsehoods and information in Limpopo and the North West Province.
Guest: Sean Jooste – Part of the Human Sciences Research Council team conducting the survey
Thousands of nurses are preparing to down tools as they are complaining against the Health Department’s unilateral change of the new roster. One of the issues they raise against the changes is that they will increase the workload as the country is in the second wave of COVID-19. To find out why the department implemented these changes and whether they did consult the nurses,
Guest: Neil Shikwambane – Spokesperson for the Department of Health in Limpopo Guest: Jacob Molepo – DENOSA’s Limpopo Secretary,
Residents in Mozambique's port city of Beira, are trying to pieces their lives back together after being ravaged by Cyclone Eloise. Aid agencies on the other hand are warning that they situation may get worse as some people are sleeping ten to a tent with no access to water, soap or masks.
Guest: Qari Ziyaad Patel – Trustee and International Projects Co0Ordinantor at the Al-Imdaad Foundation
Last week we spoke to Tzvi Brivik who is a director at Malcom Lyons and Brivik about the situation at the CCMA which he describes as a mess. Today we get the perspective of a union that has expressed concerns at the budget cuts warning that it will hurt workers. And to discuss this, Guest: Nandi Vanqa-Mgijima – Head of Women’s Organising at CWAO
The debate around the use of ivermectin continues. Yesterday (Wed) The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority announced that it will allow a controlled compassionate use of Ivermectin to treat Covid-19. This may bring some relief to Civil society advocacy group SAHARI which has partitioned the regulator to grant access for the use of ivermectin and get their views on this, we are joined on the line by.. Guest: Shabnam Mohamed – Founder and spokesperson SAHARI
As you’ve just heard the names of those who died in police custody being called out and the official reasons given by the then apartheid. This list is from 1963 up to 1987.
Guest: Yasmin Sooka - Former TRC Commissioner and currently a human rights lawyer Guest: Jill Burger – Neil Aggett’s sister
Guest: Chrispin Phiri – Spokesperson for the Justice Department
Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi yesterday announced that he will be engaging with law enforcement and various other agencies, including the office of the Auditor-General, to ensure a thorough investigation into millions spent on decontaminating schools in the province. This comes after a report by the department found that over 400 million rand was spent on decontamination in just three months and that most of it was unnecessary. Lesufi’s spokesperson Steve Mabona spoke to my colleague Nzinga Qunta….
Guest: Hendrick Makaneta – Education activist
Health authorities in the North West say that the health facilities in the province are overwhelmed as the number of new coronavirus infections and Covid-19-related deaths continue to increase. Authorities are attributing the rise in new infections and deaths to non-compliance with safety and health protocols by members of the public. To get an understanding of where the problem really lies,
Guest: Madoda Sambatha – North West MEC for Health (Name may change)
We speak now to Dudu Msomi, a leadership strategist who posted a video explaining how important it is to make time for important things in our lives. She speaks about the last moments she spent with her sister just moments before she passed on. What is that one thing we seem to ignore when it comes to making time for others?
Guest: Dudu Msomi – CEO of Busara Leadership Partners, a strategic advisory and consulting firm whose expertise is to facilitate the development and effectiveness of leaders to achieve their desired goals. She is a strategist, leadership expert and corporate governance trainer
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with questions that have come in during the month that are of a similar nature. Remember that he is open to take other questions related to your personal finance..
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Competition Commission says it will be investigating the exorbitant prices of Ginger and Garlic in the food retail market. The commission is warning retailers to refrain from increasing these food items. Over the past few weeks prices of Lemon, Ginger and Garlic have skyrocketed to more than 300 percent- this as they are said to help fight Covid-19 related illness. The Commission says they have received complaints from consumers and will be investigating the complaints seriously.
Guest: James Hodge – Chief Economist at the Competition Commission
The Department of Health in partnership with Pfizer have embarked on an immunisation and child health catch up drive. Let’s find out now what this is all about and what parents should know about it. And also under the current Covid-19 restrictions, where does one take their child? To talk more on this,
Guest: Ntombi Mazibuko - Child Health Consultant- UNICEF
Those in the property market say that since July 2020 the average percentage in submitted property values has exceeded 12% in comparison to the same period in 2019. To get an understanding on this and also talk about whether this is a good a bad time to buy or sell,
Guest: Shaun Rademeyer - CEO of Multinet Home Loans
As if losing a loved one is not painful enough. Funeral insurers are said to be rejecting claims by relatives of those who died of Covid-19. Reports say that over 240 complaints against insurers have been lodged with the long-term insurance Ombuds since the outbreak last year. To find out more on this and also what it is that the families can do,
Guest: Jennifer Preiss – Deputy Ombudsman in the office of the Ombudsman for Long-term Insurance
The Eastern Cape is one of the provinces that has been hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic on top of economic problems they’ve been having over the years. The Department of Social Development in the Eastern Cape says it has witnessed a significant number psycho-social support cases to affected individuals and their families.
Guest: wandile ncapayi - chief director: developmental social welfare services in the eastern cape department of social development
Tropical cyclone Eloise has reportedly damaged thousands of buildings, ruined crops and displaced almost even-thousand people in Mozambique. The storm made landfall in Mozambique's coastal province, Sofala before it lost steam as it headed into South Africa, Zimbabwe and eSwatini. Some pictures of flooding in Limpopo and KZN have been circulating on social media.
guest; PUSELETSO MOFOKENG - SENIOR FOCASTER SA WEATHER SERVICE
The nation has been hit very hard as many people lost loved ones. Our guest is of the view we need collective mourning as a people since we can’t comfort each other due to restrictions. How should we go about this period as far as she’s concerned?
Guest: Mapi Mhlangu – Media Strategist and co-founder of Love Legacy Dignity
Tributes continue to pour in, following the death of Minister in the Presidency, Jackson Mthembu. Mthembu died yesterday, due to Covid-19 related complications. He was admitted to hospital last week, following abdominal pains and tested positive for Coronavirus…Let’s speak now to someone who spent a lot of time with him, both in Parliament and at party level…
Guest: Baleka Mbete – Former Speaker of Parliament
South Africa is likely to miss its economic targets as envisioned in its National Development Plan's Vision 2030. This is according to a paper presented by the National Planning Commission (NPC) on the economy yesterday (Thursday). The country is lagging behind in meeting its targets for employment, education, narrowing the inequality gap, economic growth and infrastructure amongst others. The papers calls for urgent interventions and suggests some recommendation's to help achieve the NDP goals. Amina Accram reports.. Guest: Mariam Altman – Commissioner at the National Planning Commission
Let’s tell you now about the Hospice Palliative Care Association. They have been working together since 2005 to come up with palliative care standards for their sector. The good news is that they have been accredited for four years by the global authority on standards development and assessment. To get an understanding of what this means for the sector and also for those who make use of hospices,
Guest: Ewa Skowronska - CEO of the Hospice Palliative Care Association
Tzvi Brivik has written an article about what he deems as a mess at the CCMA where part time commissioners face a work overload due to budget cuts. This he says may lead to the collapse of the institution. As far as he’s concerned, how will this impact on the case brought to the CCMA?
Guest: Tzvi Brivik – Director: Malcom Lyons and Brivik
There has been calls for celebrity queen Somizi Mhlongo to be charged for intimidating a journalist. Two journalists sent questions to him and instead of answering, he apparently insulted them. Now we know that our country has a free media under a democratic state and the worry is that if this kind of behaviour is not dealt with in its infancy, then it may lead to hostility towards our profession. To look at whether we are overreacting to this incident and how such behaviour should be dealt with,
Guest: Prof Anton Harber – Caxton Professor of Journalism at Wits University
On our business feature today we talk to a manufacturer of eye glasses. They are called VUES and describe themselves as an African eyewear retailer with the sole purpose of “protecting the naked eye they say. Let’s find out who they are and what drew them into this industry….
Guest: Jaxx Tshabala – Director at VUES Artified Opticals
Minister of International Relations Dr Naledi Pandor yesterday (Wed) through a virtual programme gave a brief reflection of South Africa’s tenure at the UN’s Security Council. The session was hosted by the London Chatham House with an audience made-up of diplomats, policy makers just to name a few. Next month South Africa will conclude its tenure as chair of the AU and to reflect on some of the highlights,
Guest: Dr Naledi Pandor - Minister of International Relations
President Cyril Ramaphosa has established an Inter-Ministerial Committee to be chaired by his deputy president David Mabuza to oversee the country's Covid-19 vaccine rollout program. He was speaking during the ANC Progressive Business Forum dialogue on the economy and the pandemic. The meeting was called among others to discuss vaccine selection, procurement and distribution. South Africa is planning to vaccinate 40 million people before the end of the year in an effort to achieve herd immunity. The first one million doses of the vaccine meant to vaccinate frontline health workers are expected in the country later this month. Ntebo Mokobo has more….
Guest: Stavros Nicolao-Chairman of the Business for South Africa’s Health Working Stream
Guest: Professor Keith Engel-CEO of the SA Institute of Tax Professionals
Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde, says his office has drawn up a new document for the National Command Council, asking for a change in restrictions for the province. Speaking during his weekly digital media briefing, Winde says it’s been 21 days since they engaged with the NCC and put forward proposals for restrictions when the province was in the midst of its peak.
GUEST: Alan Winde – Premier of the Western Cape
Former police security branch officer, Martin Naude, has denied any involvement in the death of anti-apartheid activist, Neil Aggett in 1982 at the then John Vorster Square police station in Johannesburg. Naude says he had interrogated Aggett from mid-December 1981 and last saw him alive on January the 9th the following year. He says he then returned to his hometown of East London. Aggett was found hanging in his cell at the police station on the 5th of February 1982. The apartheid security police said that he had committed suicide but Aggett's family believes that they were responsible for his death. Wisani Makhubele has been covering the story and filed this report…
Guest: Jackie Seroke – PAC member and activist detained and tortured by the then apartheid police
Over the years we’ve been talking about pitbulls killing children and calls for them to be banned. But the owners always feel that their dogs can be controlled. The latest incident is of a 4-year-old child who was mauled to death by a neighbour’s pitbull. Let’s now to an owner of this breed and also get a legal perspective on what it is that people who live in an area where neighbours keep this breed of dogs as we welcome….
Guest: Lins Rautenbach – Former PRO of the Pitbull Federation of South Africa
Guest: Chris Smit – Director at DSC Attorneys
As a follow-up from last week, Bryan will today look at what individuals should do going forward to try and make sure that they are not in the same situation next January. With interest rates being so low, what alternatives are there to help pensioners living on a fixed income to help make ends meet?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Economic Freedom Fighters is pushing forward with its agenda for the postponement of this year's local government elections and their merging with the general election of 2024. The party says it is has begun a process of engaging all political parties on its stance and although some are unconvinced, it may just have the heavyweight support it needs to push the matter through.
Guest: Lulu White – Thought Leader on Elections, Democracy and Governance
The Institute for Healing of Memories has raised their concerns at children who are sitting at home due to Covid-19 delays. They are worried that these kids may be exposed to abuse especially those who’ve experienced violence.
Guest: Fatima Swartz – Director for Programs at the Institute for Healing of Memories (‘#thehandsofmen campaign is a continuous campaign against GBV, violence and nation building)
The State Prosecutor leading the case against former Deputy Police Commissioner in the North West William Mpembe and three others argued that the men should be held responsible for the death of a mine worker who was shot during the Marikana Massacre in 2012. They are standing trial on of charges of defeating the ends of justice after Modisaotsile Segalala died while in police custody. The men allegedly indicated that he had died in hospital. Let’s revisit the story as we welcome….
Guest: Henry Mamothame – NPA Regional Spokesperson in the North West division
The Southern Africa Resource Watch yesterday (Thursday) released their report into the impact Covid-19 had on the mining industry. One of the things they highlight is the devastating effects the lockdown had on small mining companies and the poverty it brought for livelihoods. They also applaud the mining companies for their role during the first wave in supporting SADC governments.
Guest: Dr Claude Kabemba - Executive Director at the Southern Africa Resource Watch
Ugandan opposition leader, Bobi Wine, has over the weekend expressed fear for his life after his home was surrounded by the military. Wine lost the election against President Yoweri Museveni. He denounced the results as fraudulent and urged citizens to reject them. The government ordered that the internet be shut off on Wednesday, the day before the vote, and by yesterday (Sunday) it was still not restored.
Guest(In Uganda): Mike Arereng – Former Executive Producer at Channel Africa’s Swahili Desk Guest: Dr Sylvester Kahyana – Senior Lecturer at the School of Languages, Communication and Literature at the University of Makerere
Parents and guardians are preparing themselves for the possibility that they might, once again, have to provide home schooling for their children. The Basic Education Department has postponed the re-opening of schools by a further two weeks as the number of Covid-19 cases continues to escalate putting a strain on health care facilities. Many teachers have also succumbed to the virus. Some independent schools have alerted parents that they would need to come to school to fetch study packs and teach their children at home. Tshepo Phagane reports…
Guest: Prof Michael le Cordeur – Head of Department of Curriculum Studies in the Faculty of Education at Stellenbosch University
We speak now to Keri-Leigh Paschal, executive trustee at social impact initiative Nation Builder who wrote apiece about trends in the social investment space. She highlights lesson lessons learnt under the devastating impact of Covid-19 on NPOs and what they can do to overcome 2021. She now joins us on the line to share her wisdom….
Guest: Keri-Leigh Paschal, executive trustee at social impact initiative Nation Builder
Much has been said about the resources and support available to employees going through retrenchment processes to help them cope. But what about those tasked with implementing the company’s decisions? What help should the business offer those who have the responsibility to handle these matters at operational level, a situation that can cause them a lot of stress too as they deliver bad news to their subordinates.
Guest: Boniwe Dunster – HR Professional
Human Rights Watch yesterday released their World Report 2021 where they call on US President-elect Joe Biden to work with global leaders who they say have sought to shore up a defense of human rights around the world. They go on to say that after four years of Trump’s indifference and often hostility to human rights, the Biden presidency provides an opportunity for fundamental change. To find out why they are targeting the US and also what it is they would like Biden to do for Africa when it comes to human rights,
Guest: Dewa Mavhinga - Human Rights Watch Southern Africa Director
The ban on alcohol has introduced some people to non-alcoholic beverages which is very good for up and coming entrepreneurs in the beverage sector. The demand for alternative vitamin-infused juices and probiotic-rich fermented teas is said to have grown. We speak now to someone who is the brewer of South Africa’s first certified organic kombucha… Guest: Alex Glenday - Director at Brew Kombucha
As schools are about to open, the Competition Commission is calling on parents to come forward if they suspect schools of directing them to buy only at certain retailors. The commission has been fighting this practice since 2017 and to tell us what has since happened then and whether school comply,
Guest: Thembinkosi Bonakele – Commissioner at the Competition Commission
The debate around the administering of Ivermectin in the treatment of Covid-19 patient is growing as experts differ on the subject. Some believe that is should only be for animal use.
Guest: Professor Colleen Aldous – Professor and Healthcare Scientist at UKZN Guest: Dr kgosi letlape - held leadership positions in south africa and global structures in the medical field
With just a day to go for Uganda’s presidential elections, opposition candidate Bobi Wine says the army has raided his home and arrested all his security guards. He blames the raid on president Yoweri Museveni, who is seeking his sixth term in office after 35 years in power. The elections taking place tomorrow (Thursday), what can we expect seeing how the opposition is treated in that country?
GUEST: Nixon Kathembo, who is specialist on the Great Lakes and East Africa and also works on the KiSwahili Desk at Channel Africa
The Companies Amendment Bill has been delaying through the legislative process for about 2 years. If passed, some of the proposals are that public and state-owned companies will be forced to disclose the highest and lowest paid employee salaries. One wonders if this is necessarily a good thing though and to get a perspective on it,
Guest: Prof Anita Bosch – Professor at the University of Stellenbosch Business School she holds the Research Chair for Women at Work.
The mood is sombre at the SABC as the retrenchment process unfolds. The public broadcaster has continued to issue letters of redundancy and surplus to affected staff following the conclusion of last month's extended consultation process. The SABC says it has reduced the number of employees who'll be affected from 600 to just over 300. It says it has to reduce the wage bill to make the organisation financially sustainable. Wisani Makhubele reports.... Guest: Aubrey Tshabala – General Secretary of the Communications Workers Union Guest: Ian Plaatjes – SABC COO
As hospitals are battling to deal with Covid-19 patients, government is doing all it can to supply what health institutions need. The good thing is that innovators are also coming forward developing devices that may help ease the burden. The latest one is by a group of East London-based volunteers that includes doctors, engineers and entrepreneurs have come up with a device that will help to supply oxygen to COVID-19 patients and help keep their lungs from collapsing. Guest: Dr. Craig Parker - Lead doctor on Oxygen-Efficient Respiratory Aid project
The Eastern Cape government says it will launch a forensic probe into the finances of the troubled Amathole District Municipality. This will be the second forensic probe in the entity after the conclusion of one in 20-19. The move comes after the cash strapped district municipality announced it wouldn't be able to pay the salaries of its employees, councillors and traditional leaders for at least four months. Yanga Funani filed this report…
Guest: Cllr Khanyile Maneli - executive mayor of the amathole distrct municipality
The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs in KwaZulu-Natal yesterday expressed their sadness at news that the Hilton Hotel in Durban has shut its doors. The department is hoping to work with the hotel to reopen to avoid job losses.
Guest: Ravi Pillay – MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs in KwaZulu-Natal
How to navigate January and how can people regroup their finances?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley& Associates (Pty) Limited
President Ramaphosa last night outlined government's strategy in rolling out coronavirus vaccines. He says that 20 million doses have been secured through negotiations with manufactures for this year and most of that should arrive in the first half of the year. This is in addition to the doses for ten percent of the population that are expected in the country in terms of the World Health Organization's COVAX initiative. For a perspective on government’s plan,
Guest: Prof Shabbir Madhi – Professor of Vaccinology at Wits University
CEO of the South African SA Civil Aviation Authority led a team of inspectors around the country’s major airports to look at whether they are complying with Covid-19 regulations. Let’s find out now from her why she decided to conduct an inspection and what it is she found. Also what should the traveling public know about compliance at airports?
Guest: Poppy Khoza - Chief executive officer of the SA Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA)
Hundreds of travellers at the Lebombo Border Post, linking Mozambique and South Africa are still frustrated as they are forced to queue for too long waiting to go through the border. Authorities confirmed that the long queues are caused by the COVID-19 testing procedure as many Mozambican citizens and other travellers are making their way to South Africa…
Guest: Bongani Bongo - Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs
We start off the year by looking back at the ANC’s January 8 statement for 2021. On Friday the party’s President Cyril Ramphosa said that drawing on the strength of its forefathers, the ANC will forge ahead towards unity and integrity. Delivering a virtual address of the party's January 8 Statement to mark the ANC's 109th anniversary, Ramaphosa said over the decades, the organisation has been weakened by corruption and internal conflict. He renewed the party's commitment to unity and forging ahead to steer the country towards overcoming the impact of the Covid-19…
Guest: Mcebisi Ndletyana-Professor of Politics at the University of Joburg
As the country is preparing a strategy to rollout vaccinations, all sorts of reports are emerging of the different treatments being offered. One of those is the prescription of ivermectin which is said to be registered for use in the treatment and control of parasites in animals. The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority is appealing for it not to be prescribed for Covid-19 until its safety and efficacy is verified.
Guest: Dr Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela – CEO of the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority
When one drives around our cities, many of the street names have changed in honour of those who took part in the struggle against apartheid. Well this morning as part remembering liberation movements, we thought to speak to one former activist who is lucky to have a street named after him while he’s still alive. Isaac Peloeng was an activist in the 80’s and has a street named after him in the Vryburg township of Huhudi in the North West Province. That’s where Thandi Modise, Speaker of the National Assembly comes from. Isaac now joins us on the line to tell us about what made him become an activist and looking back today, would he say it was worth it? Also his views on the honour bestowed on him to have a street named after him… Guest: Isaac Peloeng – Former member of the Huhudi Civic Association and activist in the then Bophuthatswana era in the 80’s
Tributes continue to pour in Phepsile "Temangcamane" Maseko who passed away earlier in the week after a short illness. She was the National Coordinator of the Traditional Healers Organisation. She was a strong advocate for the use of traditional medicine even now under the current Covid-19 pandemic.
Guest: David Letsoalo – A Sankarist, activist and law academic
Guest: MKHULU NZINGISA - CULTURAL ACTIVIST AND STUDENT OF BABA CREDO MUTHWA PHYLOSOPHY AND CHEMISTRY HISTORIAN - HE IS ALSO CEO OF THE ZINZI MANDELA FOUNDATION
Today (Friday) Africa’s oldest liberation movement, the ANC turns 109 years. And as you’ve heard in that speech, the sitting president who was Oliver Tambo at that time was declaring the year of action to set the agenda of his party’s activities and goals. The party was banned at the time and transmitted messages through Radio Freedom in Zambia. Very rich history and tradition indeed of the African National Congress. We use this opportunity now to look at how this tradition has evolved over the years and the power these speeches had to mobilise even from exile, also looking at whether it has lost its weight?
Guest: Professor Somadoda Fikeni – Political analyst and Co-founder of research organisation Indlulamithi
The Federation of Unions of South Africa, FEDUSA is calling on government to seriously apply collective wisdom before any moves on enforcing stricter lockdown measures are formalized. This comes after reports that the NCCC was holding an urgent meeting as Covid-19 infections are increasing rapidly which could lead to further restrictions as the country is currently on Level 3. Let’s find out now what their concerns are as we welcome… Guest: Riefdah Ajam – FEDUSA’s General Secretary
The latest from the DRC is that at least 22 people were killed in a raid on a village in part of the eastern DR Congo plagued by Islamist rebel attacks. The attackers struck late on Monday, killing residents of Mwenda village with machetes and guns. A civil society leader from that village blames the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a Ugandan group which has emerged as the most lethal militia in Congo's eastern borderlands and is suspected of hacking to death at least 17 people in a nearby village last week. This is just one incident among many that have been taking place in the past few weeks and to find out what is behind the killings and who these people are,
Guest : Nixon Kathembo, who is specialist on the Great Lakes and East Africa and also works on the KiSwahili Desk at Channel Africa
We turn our focus now on institutions of higher learning to find out what their concerns are as the Covid-19 pandemic seems far from over. Schools may be affected as the Covid-19 number are increasing, what are their plans also seeing that matric marking is delaying? To give us a sense of how universities are hoping to deal with this,
Guest: Professor Ahmed Bawa - Chief Executive Officer, Universities South Africa
Health insurance group, Medscheme has conducted a hospital admission analysis across all provinces to compare the first Covid-19 peak in July 2020 to the current second wave. Their findings have revealed that while Eastern and Western Cape seem to be at or past their peak, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and Limpopo showed a daily 8% average increase of hospital admissions in Week 52 of 2020. To find out more on what we should read into their findings, we are joined on the line by
Guest: Dr. Lungi Nyathi - Managing Executive for Clinical Risk and Advisory at Medscheme
This past Monday was World Brail Day and we thought to visit the subject today to look at how far we are as a country in making it accessible for learners. Our guest is of the view that learners should learn both braille and print for them to be able to communicate with sighted people. Also in 2021, how accessible is braille in all our 11 official languages? Talk to us more on this subject, we are joined on the line by….
GUEST: Selaelo Makgato - Director Special Programmes in the Office of the Limpopo Premier – He is blind and also a champion in fighting for the rights of people with disabilities and able to talk about what it was like under the apartheid system for them and whether things are better now
Yesterday we spoke to Muzi Hlengwa, President of the National Funeral Practitioners Association of South Africa. He spoke about how people are harassing them demanding to do family rituals during Covid-19 deaths, something that is not allowed under the current restrictions.
Guest: Dr. Velaphi VVO Mkhize-Founder and Director of the Umsamo African Institute
Unemployment figures among young people living with disabilities are said to be close to 70 percent, 40 percent more than the figures of the general population. Activists say this is yet another indication of the exclusion of this community which forms 14% of South Africans. So, what are the barriers, what can role players do to improve this situation?
Guest: Therina Wentzel-Du Toit-National Director at the National Council for Persons with Physical Disabilities
Labour federations Cosatu and Saftu say they are concerned about the safety of their members, many of whom will be returning to work next week. This comes as the number of coronavirus infections peaks during the second wave. Government has published guidelines for employers but are these enough? What happens if companies do not take the necessary precautions.
Guest: Attorney and Director at Moni Attorneys Incorporated, Natasha Moni
Funeral parlours across the country are facing increasing pressure as the number of covid-19 related deaths spike. The industry says its employees are working long hours and that they now have to fetch the deceased from wards and not hospital mortuaries as has been standard practice for years, because of lack of space. The funeral service industry has called on the public to take safety precautions. To tell us more about the challenges they are facing is…
Guest: Muzi Hlengwa-President of the National Funeral Practitioners Association of South Africa.
As you’ve heard over the weekend that Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi was not happy with the Independent Examination Board for filing court papers compelling government to fund its private business. The IEB says it can't afford to pay for the assessment services offered by the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training – UMALUSI. Let’s hear now why the MEC is not happy with them and whether he will be opposing them in court as we welcome…
Guest: Panyaza Lesufi - Gauteng MEC for Education
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) says it is hopeful that the curfew and the ban on alcohol sales over the festive season, will limit the annual holiday carnage on the roads. Holiday makers have begun making their way home as traffic volumes have started building up over the weekend. Let’s talk now about how different things were this under the current Covid-19 rules. The assumption is that there were less accidents on our roads and to find out, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Simon Zwane – Spokesperson for the Road Traffic Management Corporation
Usually around this time of the year paramedics and law enforcement agencies have their hands full dealing with all sorts of incidents caused by unruliness. But this time around it seems like the curfew helped as some hospitals and medical staff experienced an incident-free celebration period and to get a sense of how things were on the ground, we are joined on the line by….
GUEST: Robert Mulaudzi - Spokesperson of the City of Johannesburg Emergency Management Services
As we close one of the hardest years in our lifetime, we speak to those who are in the forefront of taking care of the poor. Often those of us who are lucky enough to have jobs or have an income forget those who have nothing. We turn to leave it to charities to worry about the poor. We forget that charities do need us to contribute in different ways so that they can be able to feed those in need. We talk now to an NGO about the challenges they face while reaching out and how we as members of the public can get involved. Also look at the impact that Covid-19 had on them….
Guest: Qari Ziyaad Patel – Trustee and International Projects Co-ordinator of NGO Al-Imdaad Foundation Poverty Relief and Disaster Relief
We talk now to Molefe Pooe, author of a book entitled Money Talks. This is one of those topics that is best needed around this time as we look forward to the new year. His book touches in issues of how your environment limits your thinking and how to manage your money among other issues.
Guest: Molefe Pooe – Author of Money Talks
Let’s tell you now about exiting news for our music industry after seeing how so our musicians took the world by storm. Jerusalema was no doubt a super hit with many nations. This time around the South African Music Week is collaborating with world-respected Canadian Music Week, in 2021.This will see South Africa and Canada come together to explore ways in which to maximise how music, technology and business to forge a new path for success for all musicians. To tell us more on this and the long-term benefits for both countries, also why Canada,
Guest: Michael Moeti - Founder and CEO of South African Music Week
The Department of Basic Education has announced that it will be visiting exam marking centres around the country to make sure that they comply with Covid-19 regulations. So far 1659 teachers have died from Covid-19.
Guest: Basil Manual-Executive Director for the National Teachers’ organisation of SA (NAPTOSA)
2020 has no doubt been a very heavy year for all of us. It was a year of great loss for many with lives lost. We speak now to Metropolitan who says that if we don’t speak about it, we won’t learn from it. If we don’t own it, we can’t grow from it. Mental health is a major challenge which many people don’t really talk about.
GUEST: Baatseba Mothoa - a healthcare practitioner, specialising as a Psychologist - Clinical, in Pretoria
South Africa will only receive the Covid-19 vaccine during the second quarter of 2021. President Cyril Ramaphosa revealed during his address of the nation on Monday about the country's response to the current surge in coronavirus infections. Ramaphosa also announced the decision to move the country back to adjusted level 3 lockdown as the country surpassed 1 million cumulative Covid-19 infections. The address follows meetings held by the president and his cabinet as part of the National Coronavirus Command Council on Sunday after two record increases of over 14,000 cases last Thursday and Friday. Our reporter Nomalizo Mandela has more…
Guest: Lucky Ntimane – Convenor of the Liquor Traders Association
The 2020 AU Continental Teacher Prize was awarded to one of our own teachers. Livhalani Sinyosi who is a Principal at Dzata Secondary School in the Vhembe West District is this year’s winner and to find out more about what attracted the judges to her,
Guest: Livhalani Sinyosi – Principal at Dzata Secondary School in the Vhembe West District
The Progressive Professional Forum has added its voice to government’s calls for people to stay away from super spreader events that contribute to the spreading of Covid-19. The biggest worry is New Year’s Eve celebrations where people party in large groups counting down the clock. What then are they suggesting and how should we find the balance?
Guest: Kashif Wicomb – President of the Progressive Professional Forum
Doctors, pharmacists and dentists in Kenya have called off a nationwide strike. The health care workers called on the Kenyan government to provide better working conditions. However, nurses and clinical officers will remain on strike as they say their demands are yet to be addressed.
GUEST: Professor Thumbi Ndungu – Deputy Director African Health Research Institute
This year’s Kwanzaa celebrations will have to incorporate Covid-19 regulations and those celebrating it are considering doing it virtually. But then does it lose its meaning and how important is it to celebrate it despite possible disruptions?
GUEST: Thando Sipuye – Historian and Social Scientist
The Covid-19 pandemic has no doubt left destruction for the SMME sector with many closing down due to the lockdown. On the other hand there are those businesses that thrived during this period. Let’s talk now about how business can better prepare for situations like this as we welcome…. Guest: Khathutshelo (Khathu) Mufamadi - Computer engineer, founder and CEO of Droppa
Social media has brought us many new things, from social new ways of journalism, social celebrities and now influencers. These are people who get paid as trend setters and become very popular through their activities on the net. To educate us on this and talk about why its becoming popular and why people want to be influencers,
Guest: Choaro Motshoeneng – Brand influencer and content creator
The Beitbridge border and the N1 in Musina, Limpopo faced disruptions these past few days as travellers head to various destinations for the festive season holidays. Traffic volumes started increasing over the weekend leaving officials unable to control traffic as trucks and small vehicles heading north towards Zimbabwe occupy both lanes. Let’s listen to what some of the motorists had to say…
Guest: Rudzani Tshivhase – SABC reporter in Limpopo
Let’s tell you now about the annual collaboration between Centurion Haven of Hope, Basadi Ba Moshito & Railways Café. They will be hosting The Fathers Table Christmas Lunch for the needy and to tell us more on this and how long it has been running for,
Guest: Tebogo Mpufane – Director Centurion Haven of Hope
Doctors in Kenya have joined nurses and clinical officers in a nationwide strike for better working conditions. Concerns are that this could make this worse for the country’s health system. Let’s listen to this report from Sara Kimani….
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LINK: Lately we’ve seen some of the leaders on the African continent succumb to Covid-19 which poses the question as to what this pandemic is unmasking about investment in infrastructure on the continent. To help us through this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Advocate Sipho Mantula - Researcher at the Thabo Mbeki African School on Public and International Affairs at the University of South Africa
Yesterday we received calls and voice note messages about water crisis in some municipalities. Some resident claim not having water for a few days now. Let’s listen to what Thando had to say regarding water at the OR Tambo Municipality…
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LINK: To get an explanation from the OR Tambo Municipality, we are joined on the line by….
GUEST: Zimkhitha Macingwane – Spokesperson for the OR Tambo Municipality
LINK: Then we received this call from Bongani at the Emfuleni Municipality….
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LINK: To respond to this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Makhosonke Sangweni – Acting Head of Communication at the Emfuleni Municipality
President Cyril Ramaphosa last week raised concerns around gatherings during the festive season. He said that the current restrictions on the size of gatherings are not enough in preventing crowding in the current situation where new cases are rising rapidly…..
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LINK: We speak now to those in the entertainment industry who are directly affected. One of the major upcoming festivals called Hearts A Fire in eKurhuleni’s, Brakpan planned for 8-thousand people now has to cut down to 250 and tell us more on this and the heavy losses they will be facing, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Azana - Songwriter and vocalist
Guest: Sipho Mgomezulu - Event organiser
Efforts are under way to help thousands of people left destitute following a fire at the Masiphumelele informal settlement near Fish Hoek in Cape Town. The fire which broke out on Thursday destroyed more than 1000 shacks. The problem of shack fires has been with us for many years.
Guest: Prof Richard Walls – Head of the Fire Engineering Research Unit at Stellenbosch University
Usually this time of the year those who managed to invest in stokvels enjoy the dividends. Stokvels have been with us for so many years that banks started noting how much money they contribute and therefore set up packages that would suit them.
GUEST: Andrew Lukhele – Chairman of the National Stokvel Association of South Africa
The festive season is hear already with many of us taking a bit of a break away from everything especially a heavy year like the current one. Depression is on the high as many people lost their jobs and businesses. Well health experts say that exercise has the ability to treat mild to moderate bouts of depression with as little as running just 15 minutes a day or walking for an hour, which has been found to reduce the risk of major depression by up to 26%, as well as relieve major depression symptoms.
Guest: Nikki Cockcroft - chief marketing and technology officer at Virgin Active
South Africa fought a battle for many years over who owns the name of Rooibos. This time around the name ‘biltong’ is again being internationally contested as fears rise that the Namibians could also claim it as theirs. We use this opportunity now to find out how important owning the name is important for the country and the industry as we welcome….
GUEST: Joseph Kau – Agricultural Economist at the Agricultural Research Council of South Africa
We speak now to the Department of Public Enterprises about whether SAA employees who were given until yesterday to accept a final offer by the Department of Public Enterprises have done so. The workers have not been paid for eight months and to get some clarity on the issue,
Guest: Kgathatso Tlhakudi – DG Public Enterprises
It is unclear at this stage whether SAA employees who were given until yesterday to accept a final offer by the Department of Public Enterprises have done so. The workers have not been paid for eight months. For the latest on the developments, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Zazi Sibanyoni-Mugambi - President of the South African Cabin Crew Association (Sacca)
The 2021 local government elections will see a lot of new independent players join the race for municipality domination. The Eastern Cape just got its new entrant, a formation of a residents movement called Abantu Integrity Movement founded by Mkhuseli “Khusta” Jack. We use this opportunity now to talk about what these new parties and formations are bringing to our democracy and whether we need them as we welcome..
GUEST: Mkhuseli “Khusta” Jack – Former anti-apartheid struggle activist, businessman and founder of the Abantu Integrity Movement
Guest: Bulelani Mkhohliswa – Spokesperson for the New Nation Movement
Guest: Dr. Ralph Mathekga – Political analyst and author of When Zuma Goes
We feature Dr Zama Tladi, owner and founder of Nubian Medical Aesthetics. She is in the business of skin treatment where she treats her patients with the latest non-invasive medical anti-ageing, beauty and aesthetic skin care methods. She specialises in treating African skins and to find out why she decided to go this route and where it all started for her, she now joins us on the line…. Guest: Dr. Zama Tladi - Founder of Nubian Medical Aesthetics
The DA yesterday granted government an extension on the deadline to justify the closure of beaches along the Garden Route in the Western Cape. This after the party said that it received a response from the Presidency requesting an extension. However, they have given till 10am this (Thursday) morning.
Guest: Unathi Sonwabile Henana – Tourism lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology
The holiday season having started on a heavy note with Covid-19 numbers going up, we thought to turn our focus on the Kruger National Park looking at the impact this had on them. Also finding out what new measures they have put in place for visitors to the park as it is still operating and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Ike Phaahla – Spokesperson for the Kruger National Park
December the 16th is the day that the Zulu army under King Dingaan took on the Voortrekkers at Ncome River in KwaZulu Natal in December of 1838. There’s been so many versions and interpretations of what really happened on that day. Let’s first listen to the version of Christo Rabie, Head of Education at the Voortrekker monument who was talking to Nina Oosthuizen …….
Guest: Prof Jabulani Maphalala – Historian and former lecturer at the University of Zululand
The National Prosecuting Authority has confirmed that Public Protector Advocate Busisiswe Mkhwebane is facing three counts of perjury and will appear in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on Monday. The NPA says it has taken the decision to prosecute after it carefully assessed the evidence the Hawks presented to it. The Hawks received summons last night.
Guest: Karyn Maghn-Journalist News24
The build-up to 1994 was no doubt a very busy and troublesome period for the country. The political leadership on all sides were doing all they can to push bring stability to the country and getting the nation to be one and reconcile. We saw how Madiba lifted the Rugby World Cup trophy with Francois Pienaar in 1995 as South Africans cheered. But now commentators are starting to ask what happened to that spirit? Has the much preached rainbow nation lost its uniting colours? Where have we gone wrong and how do we restore?
Guest: Terry Oakley-Smith - MD of Diversi-T
Today being Tuesday, it’s usually time for our regular UIF feature where Makhosonke Buthelezi addresses all your questions. But today we host Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi on UIF and other labour related matters that have been in the public domain and troubling you….
GUEST: Thulas Nxesi – Minister of Employment and Labour
The Eastern Cape is again in the news for all the wrong reasons. This time around reports indicate that the province’s hospitals are not coping. The health staff are said to be overworked. Let’s listen to a snippet from a paramedic, patient and a doctor at one of the private hospitals in Buffalo City giving us their own experience…
Guest: Dr Sibongile Zungu - HOD in the Eastern Cape Health Department
Guest: Lerato Fekisi – SABC reporter in the Eastern Cape
Guest: Miki Jaceni – Nehawu’s provincial secretary in the Eastern Cape
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced further restrictions that will come into effect at midnight tonight across the country. This as the country experiences a second wave of coronavirus infections. Addressing the nation from the Union Buildings in Pretoria, the President says part of the new restrictions is the limitation on the number of people attending large gatherings to 100 people for indoor and 250 for outdoor events. The curfew has been extended from 11pm to 4am and restaurants must close at 10pm. Let’s listen to some of the highlights from last night….
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LINK: Now that the president has spoken and pleaded with all of us to do the right thing. What do we do to avoid a further escalation of the pandemic? What should we make of what he said?
Guest: Dr. Nonhlanhla Mbenenge-Clinical Virologist at Wits University
Gift of the Givers has heeded the desperate call for help in the Eastern Cape. As you may have heard in the news over the past few weeks how that hospitals are not coping as health workers are overworked due to an increasing number of patients.
Guest: Imtiaz Sooliman – Founder of Gift of the Givers
We talk now about how Covid-19 has changed the future of corporate real estate. We’ve seen during the lockdown how people worked from home and making companies go the route of remote working. To get an understanding of these changes and look ahead to what we can expect in the coming years. Also if I’m a business person in the corporate real estate, what must a brace myself for? Guest: John Jack - CEO of Galetti Corporate Real Estate
We turn our attention now to issues pertaining to youth on the African continent. They came together as a collective from six different countries across the continent calling on African Union Heads of State and Governments to urgently work with young people to address the systemic issues that have disempowered this generation. In their statement they say that they are stuck in a period of that the 2019 Ibrahim Forum Report called the “waithood” and wish to escape this state of waithood. They go on to say that they have bold dreams of the Africa they want instead.
Guest: Thobeka Dodo - South African, who is a health care professional based in Kwa-Zulu Natal and on the board of the South African Christian Leaders Initiative
Guest: Rachel Wambui - Racheal Purity Wambui is from Kenya and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
Guest: Willice Onyango – Executive Director at The Youth Cafe
Focus: David Letsoalo has penned an article questions why a country like South Africa which accommodates all religions gives special attention to Christian holidays. He says this is also happening within the judiciary as courts also close on these days. He goes on to say that the country has zero regard for African spirituality despite this being an African country. He joins us now on the line to share his thoughts….
Guest: David Letsoalo – A Sankarist, activist and law academic
This morning we feature South Africa’s most celebrated cartoonist, Zapiro. We talk to him about his annual collection of cartoons throughout the year. This is one of those must have souvenirs that summarize all that we went through in 2020. This one is called the Do the Macorona and to tell us more….
Guest: Jonathan Shapiro, better known as Zapiro
Earthlife Africa yesterday (Thursday) planned to march through the Johannesburg CBD against climate change. They wanted to highlight how the world was running out of time to keep temperatures down. Scary as it sounds, are governments paying attention?
Guest: Thabo Sibeko - Earthlife Africa's anti-Coal Campaigner
North West Premier Job Mokgoro has come under a lot of fire for his appointment of Mmoloki Cwaile as MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs. The provinces municipalities are not in a good state on the other hand there are allegations of collusion with companies that are always scoring lucrative construction contracts. Where is the newly appointed MEC going to start fixing the problems affecting people on the ground?
GUEST: Mmoloki Cwaile – North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs
A very worrying study by the University of Cape Town has found that some protective facial masks don’t meet the required safety standards. The scary part is that these are the masks worn by health practitioners. Let’s find out now about quality control as far as these masks are concerned. What scrutiny do they go through before they are given to the users? Should we also be worried about the ones we buy from shops?
Guest: Jodi Scholtz-Lead Administrator at the South African Bureau of Standards
Our regular UIF feature comes to you today as Makhosonke Buthelezi was not able to be with us on Tuesday. He’s here to addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Makhosonke Buthelezi – Director of Communications and Marketing at UIF
Good news for those in the innovative space is that applications have now opened for the Global Young Innovators Programme. It’s a new free programme offered to 60 of the best and brightest young innovators and entrepreneurs in South Africa and the UK to come together to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Margueritte Meyer Bassnett – Managing Director Examplas Trade Service LTD
We speak now to Apiwe Nxusani-Mawela, a brewer about her new methods of making beer. She has come up with ways of using plants and indigenous ingredients to develop beverages for local and international markets. She now joins us on the line to tell us more about her trade and how her new flavours are doing in the market….. Guest: Apiwe Nxusani-Mawela – Brew master
The Public Service Accountability Monitor has commended President Cyril Ramaphosa’s release of Performance contracts with his cabinet ministers. The contracts are meant to strengthen the capacity of the state and increase accountability. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Jay Kruuse – Director at the Public Service Accountability Monitor
Western Cape Education MEC Debbie Schäfer on Monday said that there is no evidence that people were excluded based on their race. This she said after receiving a report into Brackenfell High School function which was accused of being racist. The report which was commissioned by Schäfer revealed that the matric function was private event organised by parents of learners. Let’s look now at what to read into this outcome and also do we really understand what constitutes racism? To help us navigate this issue,
Guest: Dr Mandisi Majavu – Senior lecturer in the department of political and international studies at Rhodes
Our health feature this morning focus on raising awareness around diabetes in our country. As we welcome…
Guest: Dr Michael Klein- Medical Director at Boehringer Ingelheim
Guest: Dr Sindeep Bhana specialist physician and endocrinologist
As we head to the festive season, the Department of Water and sanitation is concerned about public safety at dams around the country. There has been reports of drownings as the public is using these dams for recreational purposes and to talk more on this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sputnik Ratau – Spokesperson for the Department of Water and Sanitation
Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has allocated one-billion rand to support subsistence farmers through the Presidential Employment Stimulus Initiative. 75-thousand small scale farmers are expected to benefit from the initiative with farming input vouchers ranging from one to nine-thousand rand. This in a bid to assist these farmers whose production was disrupted due to Covid-19 pandemic. Applications will open from the 10th until the 20th of December and will target 50% of women, 40% youth with 6% targeting people with disabilities and unemployed military veterans. To get a clear understanding of how exactly this is going to work and how to apply, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Clinton Heimann – Chief Director: Rural Development at the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
ANC Secretary General Ace Magashule will appear before the party's Integrity Commission on Saturday. This was announced by party president, Cyril Ramaphosa, at the end of the ANC NEC meeting which started on Sunday. The three-day virtual meeting was also attended by both former party presidents, Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma. This is what Ramaphosa said on Magashule… CLIP-CYRIL-ACE LINK: To talk now about whether there were any surprises this time around as was anticipated by the media and commentators, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Samkele Maseko – SABC political reporter
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has raided the offices of the National Lotteries Commission in Pretoria following allegations of corruption and maladministration involving top executives giving grants to close associates and friends. Let’s find out how the raid went as we welcome…
Guest: Ndivhuwo Mafela – Spokesperson for the National Lotteries Commission
Guest: Kaizer Kganyago – Spokesperson for the SIU
Zimbabwean police on Friday arrested former finance minister and top MDC opposition alliance official, Tendai Biti on charges of assaulting a Russian national last month. Biti, was freed on ZW$10 000 bail on Saturday after spending the night behind bars, amid complaints that the country’s police were acting on instruction from the ruling ZANU PF. MDC Alliance Spokesperson Fadzayi Mahere explains what happened….
Guest: Dr William Mpofu – African Political Analyst
Guest: Zazi Sibanyoni-Mugamb - President of the SA Cabin Crew Association
Guest: Kgalalelo – SAA employee
We bring you the last of our series on the green economy and this time we focus on highlighting the various green economy diplomacy initiatives that the EU delegation in the country are currently supporting. These are in partnership with GreenCape and include a policy dialogue project focusing on green SMME recovery and post Covid-19 trade competitiveness.
Guest: Ambassador Riina Kionka – EU Ambassador to South Africa
We talk now to Dr Francesca Conradie, a principal investigator at the Clinical HIV Research Unit. She is calling for a renewed focus on TB testing in the country. She says that this will help find new TB cases that she says went missing during the Covid-19 lockdown. Reports indicate that South Africa’s TB programme took a severe knock during lockdown which has left many people undiagnosed.
Guest: Dr Francesca Conradie - Principal investigator at the Clinical HIV Research Unit
The Commission for Gender Equality last week welcomed a probe launched by the Department of Health into the forced sterilisation of HIV positive women at state hospitals. It was February when the Commission released its report with testimonies from some of the victims.
Guest: Promise Mthembu – Co-founder of Her Rights Initiative and PHD candidate at UKZN School of Gender Studies
A showdown is looming between the Basic Education Department on the one hand and teacher organisations and students on the other, over the department's decision for matric learners to rewrite two exam papers after they were found to have been leaked. Teachers union - SADTU and student body COSAS are expected to head to court this week to seek an urgent interdict challenging the department's decision. Basic Education Angie Motshekga announced on Friday that learners will rewrite Mathematics paper two and Physical Science paper two on the 15th and 17th of this month. An employee of a Johannesburg-based company contracted by the department to print matric exam papers has since been arrested. Earlier my colleague Stephen Grootes spoke to Cosatu’s Mugwena Maluleke….
Guest: Zithulele Ndlela – Cosasas spokesperson
We continue are series of interviews with Green Cape and today we focus on how the green economy offers solutions for service delivery at municipal level in the country.
Guest: Reshmi Wolvers - Senior Energy Analyst at Green Cape
Let’s tell you now about this the Mulalo series of novels by Khathu Maestro. Mulalo the Politician is a novel about the life of a young woman in pursuit of a better life. She is facing challenges as she’s haunted by traumatic events from her childhood caused by a politician.
Guest: Khathu Maestro - Author and inspirational speaker
Tiger Brands yesterday (Thursday) released their State of Nutrition in South Africa report which among other finding revealed that close to a fifth of South Africans have insufficient access to comprehensive and easy-to-understand nutrition education. The report goes on to say that often times, South Africans sacrifice the nutritional value of food in favour of taste and value for money.
Guest: Arthur Ramoroka – Tiger Brands Nutritionist
Liquor traders were worried this week that government may put strict restrictions on the sale of alcohol. Well, sadly for them, their fears were confirmed by president Cyril Ramaphosa last night, but only in the Nelson Mandela Bay metro…..
Guest: Lucky Ntimane - Convener of the Coalition of Liquor Traders
A Johannesburg woman is accusing the police of wrongful arrest and of adding to her trauma of being abused by her ex-husband. Avanti Naidoo says that her ex-husband had physically abused her for years and that she fears for her life despite having a protection order against him. She says he's now resorted to psychological abuse and had recently laid a false charge against her that resulted in her spending last weekend behind bars. This comes at a time when we're observing the 16 Days of Activism Campaign against Gender-based Violence. Prabashini Moodley has more...
Guest: Nana Ngobese – Specialist in women in politics and president of Women Forward
We close the show off with talking about the green economy. For those who are in this sector, Cape Green has some interesting finance initiatives like the Green Outcomes Fund, to encourage green SMMEs to apply for the funding by engaging with the Green Outcomes Fund Catalytic Finance Partners and to tell us more on this,
Guest: Megan van Vlaanderen – Chief Financial Officer at Green Cape
On Monday we spoke to Tony Healy, a labour consultant about complaints by South African truck drivers that foreigners are being hired as drivers instead of locals. He then pointed to issues of skills shortage in the sector. Let’s listen to a snippet of the interview… CLIP-TONY-TRUCKS LINK: To take the discussion forward and look at some of the country’s labour laws to kind of make sense as to where the bigger problem seems to be, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Ashraf Essop-Director and head of Immigration at Legal Services at Rossouws
The South Africa Local Government Association is marking 20 years of democratic local government this coming Saturday on the 5th of December. One of the things they point out is how local government has transformed over the years, but as citizens, how should interpret this journey?
Guest: Xolile George, CEO – CEO of the South African Local Government Association
This morning we feature a very unusual business that focuses on testing sexually transmitted diseases. It’s called Zinacare and offers accessible, convenient testing for sexually transmitted infections using a digital platform to provide tests for STIs directly to customers. To find out how the idea came about and since it’s a business of health testing, how did they take advantage of the outbreak of Covid-19? Guest: Philip Mngadi - Founder of Zinacare
Some labour unions in the public sector have threatened to take fight for a pay increase to the streets if the Labour Appeal Court rules against them. One of the unions the National Teachers Union says workers are prepared to explore all possible avenues to ensure that the wage agreement is implemented. This after the Labour Appeal Court reserved judgment yesterday on a public sector wage dispute. Guest: Reuben Maleka – Assistant General Manager at the Public Servants Association
We wrap the show up by talking to Green Cape about how they through support the green economy. They support businesses and investors in the green economy to remove barriers to establishment and growth and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Marielle Hurter - Green Business Support Services Directory
Health experts differ on reasons why we lose our hair. For men it’s not a big concern, but surely no woman would like to lose hair. Some experts say it can be heredity, hormonal changes, medical conditions or a normal part of aging. Let’s speak now to someone who is an expert in the field to find out when one should get worried….
Guest: Dr. Nomphelo Gantsho - Dermatologist focusing on all types of skin problems
In our regular feature with the Department of Water and sanitation we get to understand water use licenses and how they work. If you remember earlier in the year that President Cyril Ramaphosa made a declaration that water use licenses should be finalised within 90 days, with effect from 01 April 2020. What is it that we as the public should understand about these licenses and who do they apply to? To educate us on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Bronwyn Naidoo - Acting Chief Director: Water Use License Administration - Department of Water and Sanitation
Reports of conditions at the Addington Hospital in Durban have been in the media for more than two months about lifts not working and how difficult this is making life for both staff and patients. On Monday we received another report from the Public Servants Association about their concerns regarding the worsening conditions at that hospital. To find out exactly what is going on there and what the provincial government is doing about it, we are joined on the line by
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu - KZN manager for the Public Servants Association
Guest: Dr Sandile Tshabalala - Head of Department in the KZN Health Department
As we head into the festive season, the different provinces are doing all they can to attract tourism keeping in mind that the Covid-19 pandemic is not getting better. In Gauteng, locals are being urged to visit the various attractions. Yesterday (Tuesday) the Gauteng Economic Development department launched the provincial Domestic Tourism Festive Season Promotional Campaign or #GPFestiveSummer. It’s aimed at stimulating the local visitor economy and showcasing Gauteng's efforts to implement Covid-19 protocols through the products, experiences and amenities
Guest: Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa - CEO of the Tourism Business Council of SA
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Makhosonke Buthelezi addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Makhosonke Buthelezi – Director of Communications and Marketing at UIF
Government wants to get more HIV-positive people on treatment now to improve the outcomes of the country's HIV/AIDS response. It has therefore launched the "Welcome Back Campaign" encourage more people living with HIV to start taking antiretrovirals and improve their healthcare. This comes as South Africa joins the world in commemorating World AIDS Day today. South Africa currently has 7.6 million people living with HIV which makes it the country with the highest HIV epidemic in the world. Thabile Mbhele reports…
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LINK: To talk now about why HIV is still a problem in terms of infections and how the Covid-19 has impacted on it, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Coceka Nogoduka – Executive Manager at the South African national Aids Council (Virology specialist by profession)
Today being Bryan’s last programme for the year, he will devote the session to answering questions that have been submitted to him during the month. ...
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Former South African Revenue Service (Sars) commissioner Tom Moyane has accused Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan of arrogance, petty jealousy, and racism. The legal team representing former Sars Commissioner Tom Moyane told the state capture commission. Gordhan has denied Moyane's assertions and accused Moyane of advancing state capture. Tshepo Mongoai reports….
LINK: We talk now to one of our political think tanks to find out exactly what sort of political and economic weight Pravin Gordhan carries and what makes him stay afloat in politics despite controversy around him over the years…
Guest: Professor Somadoda Fikeni – Political analyst and Co-founder of research organisation Indlulamithi
We turn our focus now on the North West Province to assess the impact of COVID -19 on their economy. They were in the news last week as the top ANC leaders visited them to deal with the politics. Premier Job Mokgoro is today (Monday) engaging with industry leaders at Sun City to assess the situation and discuss solutions.
Guest: Kenetswe Mosenogi: MEC for Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism
Today we bring you the SABC’s thought leadership series entitled: The future of ‘communicating’ in a 4IR-enabled landscape: what knock-on effects are the SABC and other broadcasters likely to face with the rising costs to communicate”?
Guest: Lungile Binza - GE: Technology at the SABC Guest: Nomvuyiso Batyi – Acting Director General Communications and Digital Technologies at the Department of Communications Guest: Siyabonga Mahlangu – Group Executive: Regulatory Affairs and Government Relations at Telkom Guest: Stephen Watson – Executive and Managing Director at Discover Digital Guest: Dr Charley Lewis - Councilor at ICASA Guest: William Bird – Executive Director Media Monitoring Africa Guest: Nadia Bulbulia - Executive Director of the National Association of Broadcasters
For the next hour we discuss water issues with Rand Water. They are embarking on a major awareness campaign to educate members of the public on the danger of encroaching on their pipeline servitudes. The water utility has a pipeline network of more than 3500 km which supplies bulk water to metropolitan municipalities in Gauteng, Free State, Mpumalanga and the North West Province. To discuss this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Khathutshelo Maumela - Executive Manager: Bulk Water Distribution
Guest: Teboho Joala - General Manager: Communications, Stakeholder Relations and Marketing
Tomorrow (Friday) being Black Friday, retailers are gearing up for long queues of customers as many will be taking advantage of the low prices. But experts are warning that people may spend money they don’t have, something that will get them in trouble later.
Guest: Gerald Mwandiambira – Acting CEO South African Savings Institute
We talk now to the Buy Black Foundation yesterday (Wed) launched their Buy Black Week campaign. The campaign is supported by civil society and the business sector and to tell us more on the campaign and why the need for such an initiative, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Sihle Bam – Founder of the Buy Black Foundation
We are coming to you live this morning from the Gauteng Provincial Disaster management centre in Midrand where government is hosting the International Day for Disaster Reduction. This day which is observed on the second Wednesday of October was declared by the General Assembly to be marked annually during the International Decade for Natural Disaster Reduction, 1990-1999. To find out how South Africa is using it to better improve disaster reduction and deal with the challenges we are facing especially due to natural disasters,
Guest: Dr Mmaphaka Tau – Head of National Disaster Management Centre Guest: Dr Bongani Sithole – Head of Gauteng Provincial Disaster Management Centre
Is we start the 16 Days of activism campaign, NGOs and government are coming up with different initiatives aimed at helping the country deal with the problem of GBV. The Institute for the Healing of Memories has launched its #thehandsofmen advocacy and media campaign that they are hoping will contribute in the fight against GBV, femicide and human trafficking globally and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Fatima Swartz – Director for Pragrammes at the Institute for the Healing of Memories
The number of infections in the Eastern Cape continues to rise with the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, Amathole and Chris Hani districts being among the hardest hit in the province. Guest: Sindiswa Gomba-Eastern Cape Health MEC
This morning the Department of Human Settlements gives clarity regarding media reports that they will now provide land instead of building houses. Questions are being asked over whether this is a policy change from government’s side? Well to tell us what the position is, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Neville Chainee – DDG for Strategy and Planning in the Department of Human Settlements
The office of KwaZulu-Natal’s premier is launching its 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women at the uMkhanyakude District. This year’s campaign runs under the theme: Economic Justice for a Non-Violent and Non-Sexist South Africa. To look at the situation in KwaZulu-Natal and to understand how differently they are hoping to approach the subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sihle Zikalala – KZN Premier
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Makhosonke Buthelezi addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Makhosonke Buthelezi – Director of Communications and Marketing at UIF
Uganda’s presidential candidate Bobi Wine was released on bail last Friday after his arrest triggered protests that led to at least 37 deaths. He was charged with holding rallies likely to spread the coronavirus. The country is going to the polls in January for presidential elections. Long term president Yoweri Musaveni who is accused of corruption and nepotism has strong western allies while Bobi Wine is gaining popularity with the youth. How can we expect all of this to end having seen through history how ruling parties tend to stay in power regardless of an election outcome?
Guest: Mike Arereng – Former Executive Producer at Channel Africa’s Swahili Desk
Today Bryan comments on the report of the 2020 Brand Atlas survey which tracks and measures the lifestyles of the 15.1 economically active South Africans living in households, with a monthly income of more than R8000 and then comments about people retiring in South Africa.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa says members need to stop treating the party as a cash cow. Ramaphosa was addressing ANC members in Rustenburg, in the North West. The party's National Working Committee descended on the province to address a number of issues ahead of the Branch, Regional and Provincial Conferences.
How should we interpret the ANC’s leadership to the North West and also looking at the division that was created under the leadership of Supra Mahumapelo, is the party fighting a losing battle in that province?
Guest: Prof Andre Duwenhage – Research Professor at the North West University Potchefstroom
Last week we touched on a story about Cabinet having approved the publication of the draft National Implementation Framework towards the professionalization of the public service. They explained that this is in line with the commitment made by the sixth administration to create a capable, ethical and developmental public service. Some of you who sent in your voice notes on the issue disagreed with this feeling that the problem was deeper than professionalization.
Guest: Zukiswa Kota – Programme Manager at the Public Service Accountability Monitor
One of the developing stories over the weekend is that of Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan reportedly launching an investigation to find whistle blowers who leaked information that his chief of staff does not have the required qualifications. Spokesperson Sam Mkokeli has reportedly criticised Gordhan for launching the investigation. At the heart of this is Nthabiseng Borotho and the fact that Gordhan appointed her despite not meeting the minimum criteria…
Guest: Richard Mantu – Spokesperson for the Department of Public Enterprises
Justice and Correctional Services minister, Ronald Lamola, has opened a newly-built correctional facility at Tzaneen in Limpopo. The centre, which was opened on Friday, will accommodate about 500 offenders. The Tzaneen Correctional Centre is one of a number of new facilities established post-1994 to help ease overcrowding. Katlego Nyoni reports...
Guest: Crispin Phiri – Spokesperson for the Justice Department
The Market Theatre in Joburg has, like many institutions, been forced to adapt as the lockdown is eased. It has been putting up a line up of music and plays which includes "Feeling Shadows" and Women in Music Honouring legend Joe Nina.
Guest: James Ngcobo-Market Theatre Artistic Director guest: music legend Joe Nina
Today the United Nations observes World Children’s Day under the theme: amplifying children’s voices to ensure they are heard. The question being asked is how do we elevate the voice of children on issues they currently facing? In a country like ours, parents battle with the issue of disciplining their children while respecting their rights.
Guest: Pontsho Segwai - World Vision’s Advocacy & Child Protection Manager
Let’s tell you now about the Council for the Built Environment. They are a statutory body established under the Council for the Built Environment Act. They coordinate in Architecture, Landscape Architects, Engineering, Property Valuation, Project and Construction Management, and Quantity Surveying. To tell us more on this and also what it is that those in the industry and the public should know, we are joined on the line by Guest: Dr. Sitsabo Dlamini – Chairperson of the Council for the Built Environment
Cabinet has approved the amendments to the Public Administration Management Act. This was announced by Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola yesterday (Thursday). The whole aim of the Act is to improve the professionalisation of the public service. For a perspective on this,
Guest: Prof Joleen Steyn-Kotze – Senior Research Specialist at the Human Sciences Research Council
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Reports coming out of Zimbabwe say that journalist Hopewell Chin’ono is at risk of contracting bronchitis and hepatitis following an outbreak at Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison. He has apparently been moved to a cell with 45 other inmates. The cell only has capacity for 16. Chin’ono was taken into custody last week after being accused of breaking his bail conditions.
Guest: Simon Muchemwa-Channel Africa reporter in Zimbabwe
Communications and Digital Technologies Deputy Minister Pinky Kekana says SABC Board and Executive members should personally pay the costs of cases they lose in courts. Kekana made the opening remarks as the SABC appeared before Parliament's Communications Committee. The SABC Board, Executives and the Ministry appeared before the committee last night. There was also tension between some board members. Mercedes Besent reports. Pkg SABC PARLY Meanwhile... ANC Secretary General Ace Magashule has vowed to lobby the Alliance Political Council to stop the impending retrenchments at the SABC. The Council comprises ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa, SACP General Secretary Dr Blade Nzimande and the top brass of the labour federation Cosatu including Bheki Ntshalintshali and Zingiswa Losi. The SABC is intending to retrench at least 400 permanent staff employees before the end of this year. But in an exclusive interview with the SABC last night, Magashule promised to call the president to help intervene in the retrenchments at the public broadcaster. Our Political Correspondent Ntebo Mokobo has more.
Guest: William Bird- Director: Media Monitoring
We talk now to Nombulelo Shange, a lecturer in the Department of Sociology at the University of the Free State. She has penned an article questioning why it is that when black women attain great achievements in their different fields of work, the emphasis largely becomes more on the colour of their skin and not the hard work they have had to put it in order to get where they are. This comes on the back of news that Tsakani Maluleke will become South Africa’s first female Auditor-General, Professor Puleng Lenkabula being appointed as the first female Vice Chancellor at UNISA and Kamila Harris being the first female Deputy President in America. She says these women have been tokenised. Shange joins us now on the line to elaborate on her views and observations…
Guest: Nombulelo Shange - Lecturer in the Department of Sociology, University of the Free State
November being is also referred to as Movember as it is the month that creates awareness on men's health, mostly focusing on prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men's suicide. Today we turn the focus on prostate cancer and what it is that men should know around it. Why is it so still prevalent today and at what age should men start checking it out?
Guest: Dr. Dominic Stott – Chief Medical Officer at Liberty
On our regular feature today with the Department of Water and Sanitation, we focus on South Africa's role in global water issues through its various bilaterals with various countries and its role on various global organisations.
Guest: Nchedi Moripe - Chief Director: Global Cooperation in the Department of Water and Sanitation
Deputy Auditor-General Tsakani Maluleke says she and her team will honour the late AG Kimi Makwetu by doing their work diligently and with integrity. He passed away last week after battling cancer since 2018 and will be laid to rest tomorrow. Maluleke who is set to be the first female to head the AG’s office, was elected by Parliament unanimously last month. She joins us now to pay tribute to Makwetu and to share her plans as she takes office in December but let's first listen to this package by our reporter Pearl Magubane who attended Makwetu's memorial service yesterday.
Guest: Tsakani Maluleke- Incoming Auditor-General
Group Executive for News at the SABC Phathiswa Magopeni says she will no longer be issuing retrenchment letters. This follows an urgent meeting late yesterday afternoon with newsroom employees where they expressed frustration and anger as 400 of the corporation’s employees stand to lose their jobs. The public broadcaster was planning to issue more letters to its workers by today as it seeks to reduce its staff compliment in order to save costs. Some workers have been staging lunch time pickets this week to highlight their opposition to the move. The SA National Editor's Forum says it is concerned about what is has described as instability at the SABC. Here is a clip of what happened during a meeting between management and staff in the newsroom yesterday.
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Guest: Hannes du Buisson-President trade union BEMAWU
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tshiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Last week we could not finish our interview with Professor Puleng Lenkabula who was recently appointed Unisa’s first female vice chancellor. She is taking over from Professor Mandla Makhanya from January 2021. She has been endorsed by many academics and those in the education sector. Let’s finish what we started with her about the state of education in the country and the changes she is hoping to bring to Unisa…..
Guest: Professor Puleng Lenkabula – Unisa’s new Vice Chancellor.
Director-General of Government Communication and Information Systems, Phumla Williams, says pastor Shepherd Bushiri left the country illegally as he had surrendered his passport to authorities as part of his bail conditions. She confirmed that government has begun an extradition process with Malawi……
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Guest: Nomsa Maseko – BBC journalist who is currently in Malawi
The Enlightened Christian Gathering church leader Shepard Bushiri has briefed his lawyers to urgently interdict the Gauteng Magistrates court from revoking his 200 thousand rand bail. Bushiri broke his silence following his unlawful departure from South Africa, further contravening his bail condition not to comment about his case. The ECG leader and his wife Marry fled to MALAWI on Wednesday. But police only became aware of their escape after the couple failed to report at a police station as per their bail conditions on Friday night. Phanuel Shuma reports...
Guest: Terence Baloyi – Lawyer for Shepard Bushiri
This morning we speak to Professor Puleng Lenkabula who was recently appointed Unisa’s first female vice chancellor. She is taking over from Professor Mandla Makhanya from January 2021. She has been endorsed by many academics and those in the education sector. Who is she and what are her views on the state of higher education in the country? Also what new thing is she hoping to take to Unisa? Guest: Professor Puleng Lenkabula – Unisa’s new Vice Chancellor.
At least 100 people, who invested thousands of their hard earned money into a get rich quick scheme, have been left high and dry and with feelings of shame and regret. This after they found the office doors of Fin Quest Holdings in Soweto closed and the owners of the scheme had disappeared with their monies. The investors include the elderly whose chronic illnesses have worsened since learning of how they've been scammed. One person has even had a stroke after discovering that they'll not be getting any returns on their investments. Our reporter Tshepo Phagane went to investigate and brought us this report…
Guest: Tshepo Phagane – SABC journalist
Guest: Joseph Selolo – Company Secretary at the National Consumer Commission
The ANC Secretary-General, Ace Magashule is expected to appear in the Bloemfontein magistrate's court after handing himself over to the Hawks today. Magashule faces charges regarding the Free State's controversial 2013/2014 asbestos audit. Some of the charges Magashule may face under the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA) are a failure to report a criminal offence and directly or indirectly accepting gratification for their or another person's benefit. Our reporter Nomalizo Mandela takes a look at how Magashule has been linked to this matter leading to his arrest.
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Guest: Aphumelele Mdlalane – SABC journalist (At the court)
Guest: Makgala Masiteng – SABC journalist
In recent years, bullying in the workplace has become a real issue that businesses are increasingly having to deal with. With new corporate anti-bullying legislation on the horizon, it’s more important than ever to keep on top of behavioural change management in your business. Paradigm Management Consulting specialises in equipping businesses with the necessary knowledge and procedures to adopt a Zero Tolerance approach towards bullying and discrimination in the workplace. Grant and Jeevan take great pride in creating world-class employee wellness strategies that foster a corporate culture which is free of victimisation and harassment. As a member of the International Association on Workplace Bullying and Harassment, PMC’s holistic change management process includes online and in-person workshop based training, mentoring and coaching, with the goal of educating the workforce on acceptable behaviour in the workplace.
GUEST: Grant Saptoe – Managing member and HR Behavioral Change Management Consultant at Paradigm Management Consulting guest: DR SUSAN STEINMAN - RETIRED EXTRA ORDINARY PROFESSOR - RESEARCH ASSOCIATE AT THE GORDON INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS SCIENCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF PTA
Let’s tell you now about a campaign which has been launched by an NGO called, Campaign for Real Reform for ECD. Their campaign wants to urgently ensure that real reform of the legal framework for ECD is taken seriously. They also say that laws and rules governing early childhood development services are overly complicated. To tell us more on this and the impact it has on poor children,
Guest: Mziwamadoda Badi – National Spokesperson: Campaign for Real Reform for Early Childhood Development
Tribute continue to pour in for the countries Auditor General Kimi Makwetu who has died from lung cancer. It is reported that Makwetu was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2018 and has passed away in hospital at the age of 54. Last month, parliament's ad hoc committee backed Makwetu's deputy, Tsakani Maluleke, to take over from him. Makwetu's term was to end this month. Let’s listen to some of the ruling he’s been making during his tenure…
Guest: Freeman Nomvalo – SAICA CEO
Breast cancer is said to be one of the highest killers oh women in many countries. Early detection is said to be one of the solutions for prevention. To talk more on this and what it is women should lookout for and also how often they should go for tests, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Liana Roodt – Breast cancer specialist and general surgeon based the UCT private academic hospital
This morning we talk to the Social Housing Regulatory Authority. They are an agency of the Department of Human Settlements which was established in 2010 as per the Social Housing Act. We find out what they are all about and what sort of service they render to the public.
Guest: Rory Gallocher - CEO of the Social Housing Regulatory Authority
Today, South Africa's largest number of by-elections on a single day is taking place with 107 seats up for grabs in 95 wards. Yesterday (Tuesday) IEC officials throughout the country assisted voters, who had applied for special votes. There’s also other issues around the elections from adhering to Covid-19 rules to the rejection of Action SA’s appeal to register a party. To look at this further, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Masego Sheburi – IEC’s Deputy Chief Electoral Officer
This seems a done deal. The Hawks have finally confirmed that an arrest warrant has been issued for the ANC secretary general Ace Magashule. Free State Hawks spokesperson, Lynda Steyn says he hasn't been arrested as yet, but the warrant has been signed. And she says Magashule will appear in the Bloemfontein Magistrate's court on Friday...
LINK: Let’s pull it all together now to find out whether he ever thought this day will come and what one can expect to see on Friday when he hands himself over as we welcome…
Guest: Mcebisi Ndletyana - Professor of Politics at the University of Joburg
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tshiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
It was on this day (10 Nov 1995) 25 years ago when nine members of the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People were executed by the then Nigerian military government of General Sani Abacha. Ken Saro-Wiwa who was a playwright and author together with his comrades were convicted on what is said to be trumped-up charges by a secret military tribunal on October 31. They came into conflict with the military dictatorship and the giant oil monopolies which bankrolled its operations as they were fighting against oil pollution caused by the multinationals and also calling on the Ogoni people to benefit directly from the oil exploits on their land. Let’s listen to one of his speeches before he was executed….
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LINK: Let’s talk now about how things have changed since the death of Ken Saro-Wiwa 25 years ago as we welcome….
Guest: Pastor Barry Wuganaale - Coordinator of the Ogoni Solidarity Forum in South Africa
This morning Bryan focuses on paying off debt especially for those who are working.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Special Investigating Unit says it is concerned about the publication of leaked investigation reports by the different media houses. They are pointing mostly to the Covid-19 related corruption saying it misleads the public. But then the media being what it is, and serving the public’s right to know, where do we find the balance?
Guest: Keizer Kganyago – Spokesperson for the Special Investigating Unit
Today (09 Nov) being World Adoption Day, we turn our focus why it’s important for people to adopt and raise awareness around the subject. Over the years reports indicated just how difficult the process of adopting is which somehow turns many people off. But then back in the days many orphans were raised by distant family members and neighbours. What has happened to that and how should we describe the state of adoption in the country?
Guest: Thabita Dalamo – Organiser of World Adoption Day South Africa and founder of Baby and I in Melrose
The Covid-19 pandemic has made the unemployment issue worse as many people lost their jobs while young people never got the chance to improve their skills as the country was on lockdown most of this year. Well tech company Microsoft has granted Afrika Tikkun R2.5 million as part of its Global Skills Initiative. The company says that the initiative aims to bring new digital skills to underserved populations and reskill workers impacted by Covid-19 and the economic crisis it precipitated.
Guest: Onyi Nwaneri – CEO at Afrika Tikkun
As per your constant request for clarity regarding the R350 Social Relief of Distress Grant, we have invited the South African Social Security Agency to answer all your questions. Last month, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that government will be extending the special R350 COVID-19 grant by a further three months. He made the announcement when he delivered his economic recovery plan at a joint sitting of Parliament. To get full explanations as per your questions, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Totsie Memela - SASSA CEO (WILL TALK ON POLICY) Guest: Fanie Sethokga – General Manager Grants Administration (WILL TALK MORE ON OPERATIONAL ISSUES)
Neither United States President nor the senior members of the Republican Party have officially conceded the Presidential race as Democrats Joe Biden and Kamala Harris made history on Saturday by winning both the popular vote and the Electoral College. The 77-year old Biden becomes the oldest person to win the Presidency while Harris becomes the first woman, black in this instance or otherwise, to claim the Vice Presidency… on a day that saw joy flood the streets in cities across the country. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports......
Guest: Dr. Philani Mthembu – Executive Director at the Institute for Global Dialogue
Today (Monday) the SABC and Telkom enter into a channel carriage deal which will enable our audiences to stream the public broadcaster’s content on demand.
Guest : Ian Plaatjies – SABC COO
Let’s tell you now a project focusing on people who are visually impaired. It’s an art programme based on the work of internationally acclaimed Willem Boshoff’s “The Blind Alphabet” which transcribes complex words into tangible objects to be experienced by the blind and translated to the sighted. Guest: Annali Dempsey – Curator of the UJ Art Gallery
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme has seen a huge increase in applications for next year which put the number close to 500-thousand. Higher Education Minister Dr Blade Nzimande says that this is a major improvement from provinces that had extremely low applications in the past two years. To find what could be behind the increase and how NSFAS is handling it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Phatisa Ntlonze – Media Liason Officer at NSFAS
US President Donald Trump appeared before the media last night as his grip on the White House appeared to slowly slip away, presenting a litany of grievances while he accused Democrats of trying to steal and rig the election. He promised a lot of litigation over unsubstantiated claims of fraud across multiple states, as Democratic rival Joe Biden urged calm and for every ballot to be counted. Let’s listen to this report from the BBC’s Jon Sopel in Washington…..
Guest: Brookes Spector – Us foreign policy expert
The South African Police Services has told Parliament that nearly 400 corruption cases involving its members are being investigated by various law enforcement agencies. In its briefing to the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, SAPS says transgressions are being committed by members across ranks from senior to junior levels. Lulama Matya reports....
Guest: Dr RGD Rajin – Former member of the SAPS having served 40 years in various senior ranks and now works as a lecturer in the Department of Police Practice at UNISA
The world is this morning watching developments in the USA where Trump's campaign has launched legal action in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Georgia, calling for vote counting to be halted. The campaign officials accuse Democrats of scheming to disenfranchise Republican voters. Eric Trump has told his father's supporters in Pennsylvania that the President is sending lawyers to challenge the count there. Without providing any evidence, he has accused Democratic election officials of fraud, and insists that the Trump campaign has been left without any choice…
Guest: Prof. John Stremlau - Honorary professor of International Relations at Wits University
This morning we deal with chronic wounds. According to medical journals, a chronic wound is one that has failed to progress through the phases of healing in an orderly and timely fashion and has shown no significant progress toward healing in 30 days. What is the common cause of a chronic wound and what makes it not heal?
Guest: Sr Liezl Naude – Wound care Specialist at Eloquent Health and Wellness in Pretoria East
In light of Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu hosting a women’s summit tomorrow (Thursday), we talk to some of the women in the sector about the progress they are making in the sector. The summit is aimed at unlocking the value chain to allow broader participation of women in both Human Settlements and Water & Sanitation projects and programmes. For more on this and also how the sector can attract young women, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Marcia Maraka - Chief Director: Construction @ Water & Sanitation Department
Guest: Nonhlanhla Buthelezi - DDG: Delivery Frameworks in Human Settlements
Guest: Kile Mteto – President of the South African Women In Construction and businesswoman
Dr Kgosi Letlape who is the outgoing president of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), says that the standard of healthcare in public hospitals pre-1994 was better than what is currently experienced in the private sector today. He went on to talk about how expensive the private sector is and the impact it has on health practitioners. Dr Letlape now joins us on the line to share his thoughts…
Guest: Dr Kgosi Letlape – Outgoing president of the Health Professional Council of South Africa
We take a look now at accuracy in the testing of Covid-19. Speed is of the essence around this period and we know how testing labs are overwhelmed. Well Wits University’s Centre for Biomedical Tuberculosis Research has come up with a solution that can speed up the testing process with precision and to educate us on this latest development.
Guest: Professor Bavesh Kana – Head of the Centre of Excellence for Biomedical TB Research at the University of the Witwatersrand (He is heading the team)
Last week Bryan could not deal with the questions sent to him as we had to cross to one of the big court cases. Well today is your chance to ask him questions around your finances. But first let’s deal with the questions that have been submitted to him last month of a similar nature…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday former chairperson at SAA Technical, Yakhe Kwinana really tested Justice Zondo’s patience at the Commission of inquiry into state capture. The chairperson kept reminding her that she is a professional why she kept claiming that she didn’t know things like contracts and so on. Let’s listen to some of the exchange that sort of dominated her testimony….
LINK: Having listened to that exchange, what does it say about the behaviour of executives? Also seeing how many of them confess that they didn’t know the roles they were supposed to play in the positions they were in, what does it say about ethics and accountability of executives especially in SOEs?
Guest: Professor Ivor Sarakinsky – Wits School of Governance
With just a day to Election Day in the United States, critical swing states in the Midwest will be the focus for both campaigns as they try to drive their supporters to the polls. With just less than 24 hours to go in terms of campaign events, President Donald Trump spent Saturday criss-crossing the must-win State of Pennsylvania with Democratic Nominee Joe Biden close by in the State of Michigan. Their surrogates are also fanned out in critical must-win states where polling continues to show close races that will determine who wins the Electoral College and thereby the White House. Sherwin Bryce-Pease reports...
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Guest: Dr Dinesh Sharma - Director & Chief Research Officer Steam Works Studio (Also author of Barack Obama in Hawai'i and Indonesia)
For many years now all we’ve heard about the e-tolls was never in favour of motorists. The ANC government which by the way implemented these tolls kept promising to deal with them. Taking you back to everything that was said by government around e-toll will take the month. So for now let’s listen to this interview by Aldrin Sampier talking to Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula on the 3rd of March this year….
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LINK: Well this time around draft regulations to the Aarto act – are proposing a fine of R500 for defaulting motorists each time they pass under a gantry. To educate us on this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Howard Dembovsky - Chairperson of Justice Project South Africa
This coming Thursday matric learners will be sitting for their exams. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the exams will be starting on the 5th of November and finish on the 15 of December 2020. But some questions are being raised as to what happens should a learner test positive for Covid-19 during the exams? Also what sort of measures are in place from the department to deal with something like this? Guest: Elijah Mhlanga – Spokesperson for the Depart,ment of Basic Education
John Steenhuisen is the Democratic Alliance's new leader. He emerged victorious at the party's virtual elective congress attended by over 2000 of the party's members this weekend. Steenhuisen's win appears to have been a forgone conclusion given the gap in support between him and the other contender KZN MPL Mbali Ntuli as Busi Chimombe reports…
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LINK: Is Steenhuisen the right man for the job and what new thing can we expect from him and the new DA leadership? For a perspective on this,
Guest: Jan Gerber – Parliamentary reporter at News24 Guest: Prof Andre Duwenage – Lecturer at North West University
As we mark National Wills Week, very scary revelations are coming out regarding top international celebrities who died without drafting a will. Black Panther actor Chadwick Boseman died without a will in place. Aretha Franklin died in 2018 without having submitted a will to her attorney. There are just so many high profile people who find themselves in this situation where they leave the family with a headache. What is it about drafting a will that seems so hard for people to look into? Why do people choose not to file a will and is it only for the high profile or should we all be doing it? To talk more on this, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Eunice Masipa – Director of Pretoria based law firm Masipa Attorneys
Let’s tell you now about the Urban Festival 2020. It is the first iteration of the event in South Africa that seeks to provide a virtual platform for engagement on a multitude of urban development ideas and perspectives. This year’s theme is all about Empowering the Civic and contends with how technology could be used to bridge gaps and enable development.
Guest: Geoff Bickford - Programme Manager - South African Cities Network
We are joined now by one of the party’s stalwarts, Ambassador Douglas Gibson who was the DA’s Chief whip in parliament…
Guest: Ambassador Douglas Gibson
The DA will hold its virtual elective conference this weekend facing a number of challenges. This year alone the official opposition party has lost three provincial leaders with one saying it's no longer the party he joined twenty years ago. This was preceded by the exiting of some senior party leaders including Mmusi Maimane, Herman Mashaba and Athol Trollip among others. The party has also lost the appeal of voters after losing ground in the 2019 and 2016 local government elections. Ntebo Mokobo has more…
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LINK: My colleague Bongi Gwala yesterday spoke to the party’s former leader, Tony Leon. Let’s listen to what he had to say… CLIP-LEON LINK: KZN MPL Mbali Ntuli now joins us on the line to talk about her leadership ambitions and what she’s hoping to bring to the party… Guest: Mbali Ntuli – DA KZN MPL
Transport Minister, Fikile Mbalula, has stressed the importance of unity in the taxi industry - saying violence and conflict among stakeholders must be stopped. Mbalula was speaking at the opening of the National Taxi Lekgotla - which will encourage engagement with taxi stakeholders to debate and discuss how to create a safe and sustainable taxi industry. Mbalula will, over the next few days, lead the discussions in Gauteng. Let’s listen to what the minister had to say…
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LINK: It’s 2020 and the taxi industry is still giving government a headache. Where should we say the problem lies? Why is the taxi question so difficult to deal with and is unity possible in that industry?
Guest: Siyabulela Fobosi – Senior Researcher at UNESCO Oliver Tambo Chair of Human Rights, Nelson Mandela School of Law, Faculty of Law, University of Fort Hare
It’s time for our regular UIF feature where Makhosonke Buthelezi addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Makhosonke Buthelezi – Director of Communications and Marketing at UIF
It’s only a matter of months until the United Kingdom officially becomes a non-EU Member State. In light of this, the British government has introduced a new points-based visa route which commentators say will make it easier for South African students to study abroad. To make us understand which is the easy part and what some of the new requirements are.
Guest: Rebecca Pretorius, Country Manager at Crimson Education
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni did not say much regarding the SMME sector and neither did he allocate funds for it. He however spoke about ways to make it easier for business people to invest in the country….
Guest: Tebogo Khaas - President of the Small Medium and Micro-sized Federations
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni has announced provisional funding allocations to some state-owned enterprises. Presenting the medium term budget policy statement in Cape Town, Mboweni says allocations to SAA, Eskom and Icasa were mainly funded through reprioritisation by reducing the baseline of national departments and their entities as well as provincial and municipal conditional grants…. Guest: Dr Joachim Vermooten – Independent Aviation Economist
Many sectors that have suffered under the lockdown are hoping a favourable slice from what Finance Minister Tito Mboweni will be dishing out this afternoon. Mboweni will be tabling the Medium Term Budget in parliament around 2pm. Let’s listen to what some of the industry players are hoping for….. Guest: Somaya Kahki – Director for Tax at the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
When one thinks of non-profit organisations, we always remember the wonderful work they do for communities in need. But what we don’t know is the stress and depression they are going through especially under the current lockdown situation. In light of this, the South African Depression and Anxiety Group in partnership with shikululu Social Investments have come up with Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) Mental Health Support Programme to offer mental health care and support to all NPO’s. They have also been getting a lot of calls since the lockdown started from people feeling anxious, lonely, worried and depressed.
Guest: Vanisha Gordhan- Spokesperson at SADAG
The Department of Human Settlements is using the Rapid Land Release programme to deal with housing issues in urban areas as more people are moving to cities.
Guest: Neville Chainee - DDG Strategy and Planning Human Settlements
The family of footballer Senzo Meyiwa says they want to know who orchestrated his murder. Five men arrested in connection with Meyiwa's murder appeared in the Boksburg Magistrates Court on Gauteng's Eastrand yesterday. They are facing charges of murder, attempted murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances and possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition. The case has been postponed to the 27th of November where a formal charge sheet will be presented before court. Tshepo Phagane was in court…
LINK: The behaviour of the suspects, the discrepancies between AfriForum and the police version raised a lot of legal questions even though the NPA believes that it has a tight case and to get a perspective on this.
Guest: Ulrich Roux – Criminal Law expert
There has been mixed reaction coming out of parliament around President Cyril Ramaphosa’s signing of the Civil Union Amendment bill into law. The bill prevents marriage officers from refusing to preside over same sex marriages. Let’s listen to what the parties had to say…. CLIP-PARTIES-CIVIL
LINK: The big question then focuses on the rights of the officers as this may go against their beliefs. What then for them? Is it a question of do your job or quit? Where do rights start and end?
Guest: Ropafadzo Maphosa – PHD candidate and researcher at the University of Johannesburg’s Institute for Advanced Constitutional Public Human Rights and International Law
David Letsoalo has written an interesting piece outlining how freedom of expression is repressed in our day under a democratic government. Under the apartheid regime one would see things like banning, arrests and so forth, but under the so called freedom era, it is done subtly. What is the deception around freedom of speech today as far as he’s concerned?
Guest: David Letsoalo – A Sankarist, activist and law academic
We close the show off with a remarkable leader who comes from a very humbling beginning and today sits at the top of Investec. Who is he and how did he make it this far? What are his thoughts around leadership and the state of the economy?
Guest: Fani Titi – CEO and Executive Director at Investec PLC
Many businesses have suffered a lot under the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions. President Cyril Ramaphosa tried to get banks and other financial institutions to work together during this period, but on the ground the story is different. The Free State Black Business Chamber is calling on the Consumer Protector to help them against landlords who are demanding rent due to them from March and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Lucky Motsamai – CEO of the Free State Black Business Chamber
There’s been a lot of clashes in the Ivory Coast as the country gears up for elections on the 31st of October. A house belonging to one of the presidential candidates was set alight with some reports suggesting that supporters of President Alassane Ouattara were behind the attack. Last week Ivorians living in South Africa vowed to intensify their call for President Ouattara not to contest that country's polls for a third term. Commentators are also worried about the return of former President Laurent Gbagbo. Let’s speak now to someone tasked with the responsibility of engaging with the Ivorian diaspora.. Guest: Issiaka Konate – Director General for Ivorians Oversees
United States President Donald Trump and rival Joe Biden met in a final face-to-face debate last night which gave American voters a last look at them on the same stage just a few days before election day. Polls consistently gave the Democratic challenger an edge both nationally and in multiple swing states. Let’s listen to some of the highlights of the debate…
LINK: What is it about the American politics, especially the presidency that draws the world’s attention so much? Why should we care who makes it to the White House every time there’s an election?
Guest: Dr Philani Mthembu – Executive Director at the Institute for Global Dialogue
There was mixed reactions yesterday in parliament as MP’s and premiers gave their input to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Economic Reconstruction and Recovery Plan which he announced last week. Some political parties were more worried about how realistic this plan is going to be as they feel there’s nothing new to it. Let’s listen to what some of the parties had to say…
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LINK: What Cosatu did not like very much was the proposal for the privatisation of some main train routes in the country. The other main one is job creation and to get their view on the labour side of this, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Michael Shingange – Cosatu’s Deputy President
We speak now to Tanya van Lill - CEO of the Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association. She is coming up with solutions that could same the SMME sector that has been severely affected by the Covid-19 lockdown. She is pointing to what she says is a “simple” amendment to Regulation 28 – a regulation in terms of the Pension Funds Act that specifies ceilings for exposures to different asset classes. She now joins us on the line to explain her thinking…
Guest: Tanya van Lill - CEO of the Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association
The actual day for Black Wednesday was on Monday the 19th of October and since it is a special day that shaped the course of the media in our country, we thought to allocate it enough time looking at the role the media played in contributing to our democracy. Back in1977 just after the death of Steve Biko, the government of the day decided to crackdown on the media targeting publications that were critical of them. Now when we discuss Black Wednesday, the name of Percy Qoboza who was editor of The World newspaper in those days pops up. He was arrested and his deputy Aggrey Klaaste were arrested by the Special Branch for all the stories they were publishing. Let’s listen to this sound clip of Qoboza speaking at the City Club of Cleveland event in the US in 1981. He was appealing to the United States to take a more active approach in addressing social justice issues and human rights violations in Africa..
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LINK: In our roundtable this morning we speak to some of our colleagues in the media about the state of the media and the role it played in shaping democracies and nation building and to navigate the subject, we are joined by….
Guest: Sibusiso Ngalwa.- Sanef Chairperson
Guest: Phathiswa Magopeni - Group Executive for News & Current Affairs for the SABC Guest: Angela Quintal - Programme Coordinator for the Committee to Protect Journalists Africa (CPJ). Guest:Hopewell Chin’ono, Zimbabwean investigative journalist.
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Last week we received a call from two inmates based at the Kutama Sinthumule Correctional Centre, from a gentleman by the name Rasekwai who was calling on his fellow inmate’s behalf, Mr Nkomo. He was seeking advice for his health condition as. Let’s listen to what he had to say….
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LINK: For a response on this and also to find out what sort of medical assistance the Department of Correctional Services provides to inmates, Guest: Singabakho Nxumalo – Spokesperson for Correctional Services
Today Bryan looks at the cost of medical aid which makes up a large part of one’s expenses, however, before the end of the year members do have choices. Bryan is also giving a report back on the Means Test question from last week….
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
There has been a positive response so far to the news that Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe has gazetted amendments to the Electricity Regulations on New Generation Capacity. This will allow municipalities to embark on their own power generation projects. However, this only applies to municipalities with good standing. For a perspective on this,
Guest: Nhlanhla Ngidi – Head of Energy and Electricity at SALGA
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that the Special Covid-19 Grant will be extended further by three months. The President was unveiling government's reconstruction and economic recovery plan during a joint sitting of Parliament. The plan consists of four priority interventions which include massive rollout of infrastructure, energy generation, employment stimulus and industrial growth. The President says support for vulnerable households is also important…
Guest: Sacha Knox, policy analyst and member of the #PayTheGrants Campaign Guest: Sifiso Skenjana - Skenjana is chief economist and thought leadership executive at IQ Business Guest: Daddy Mabe – A grant claimant and member of the Cash Transfer Group within C19 Coalition representing the Assembly of the Unemployed
Guest: Professor Dumisa – Independent Economist and admitted advocate of the High Court
South Africa is in a far better position in terms of media freedom compared to Apartheid days. However the South African media industry still faces serious challenges including journalists being harassed by police and the community whilst covering news stories. The impact of Covid-19 on the economy has also resulted in some 700 journalists losing their jobs as media companies shut down operations or retrench workers. Today (Monday), South Africa commemorates Black Wednesday also marked as National Press Freedom day where a number of events will be held where journalists and media workers will reflect on the state of press freedom under the current challenges. Tshepo Phagane has more…
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LINK: We will bring you a special discussion on Wednesday around Black Wednesday. But since today is the actual day in history, let us reflect on where we are as the media and our role in this democracy as we welcome…
Guest: Prof Anton Harber – Head of the Journalism and Media Studies Programme at Wits University
The situation in Senekal has raised many issues about the state of agriculture and farming in the Free State. The MEC responsible for Agriculture and Rural Development met with some of the farming communities. The idea was to talk about forging a better working relationship with organized agriculture. The MEC now joins us on the line to talk about the challenges faced by farmers and how he plans to deal with their problems…
Guest: William Bulwane - Free State MEC for agriculture and rural development
The Zondo Commission of Inquiry into State Capture has no doubt revealed more than we thought. Witnesses have been giving explosive information of how money was embezzled by those in power through state owned enterprises. We have also seen a couple of arrests while the revelations continue. Sadly though, it’s again the whistle blower that’s being victimised. Something that’s raising fears that this may deter others from coming forward. As encouraging as it is that we are seeing all these big names in the media, how else can we deal with laws around whistle blowers? Also the media has been revealing so much linked to corruption. The Hawks on the other hand have been very busy making arrest. How should we read all of these developments? Is the Commission on the right track?
Guest: Lawson Naidoo – Executive Secretary of the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution
The intended beneficiaries of the corruption-tainted Estina dairy farm project in the Free State want to be compensated. The more than 250 million rand project is fully operational, but the would-be beneficiaries have been sidelined. Thabiso Radebe reports..
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LINK: Interestingly, the Free State members of the ANC and victims of both the failed asbestos and the Estina dairy project are marching to Luthuli House and to find out what issues they are raising with party’s leadership,
Guest: Mxolisi Dukwana - Former Free State MEC for Economic Development
Siyabonga Africa is a non-profit organisation that creates opportunities for unemployed, poverty stricken and destitute people helping them to find solutions to their problems and to tell us more,
Guest: Sarah-Jane Brink - Senior Manager at Siyabonga Africa
Today mark World Food Day – a day dedicated to highlighting the impact of Food Security. Sadly, here is a story that will make you feel the extent of poverty in our own country. There’s a growing number of cases of child labour in rural areas of Mbizana in the Eastern Cape. Children as young as ten years old are used as child labourers for illegal sand mining in Hlolweni village. They carry spades and shovels to excavate river sand. Extreme hunger forces these children to drop out of school. Their customers are traders who sell the sand to well-established businesses in Mbizana. Nkululeko Nyembezi filed this report..
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LINK: On the bright side, there are organisations and individuals who are trying to make a difference in the lives of those who are less fortunate. We will us this opportunity today to talk to some of them. The kolisi Foundation partnered with Kellogg’s South Africa to drive initiatives such as the Better Days™ Programme to reduce hunger and food insecurity in communities that are in need. The Better Days programme provides a breakfast of nutritious cereal and milk every school day to approximately 36 000 learners at schools in partnership with the Department of Basic Education in South Africa and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Zandile Mposelwa - Leader of the better days Programme
Earlier this month we spoke Deputy DG for Land Reform Terries Ndove about some of the agricultural schemes they were introducing for emerging farmers. Then many of you called about land claims. We then put through a call for someone who will be able to deal with land claims. We welcome….. Guest: Nomfundo Ntloko-Gobodo – Chief Land Claims Commissioner
Agri South Africa has urged farmers and the community to act within the confines of the law during the court case of two murder accused in the Senekal Magistrate Court today Friday. The call follows threats of more chaos by farming community should the two accused get bail. Sekwetje Mahlamba and Sekola Matlaletsa are expected to apply for bail following their arrest two weeks ago. They are accused of the murder of farm manager Brendin Horner. Horner's body was found tied to a pole with a rope in an open space on the De Rots farm two weeks ago. Ishmael Modiba reports…
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LINK: Our reporter Thabiso Radebe is at the court and he now joins us on the line to paint us a picture of what’s happening on the ground…
Guest: Thabiso Radebe – SABC reporter in the Free State Guest: Abongile
Closing off now with an uplifting story about the Market Photo Workshop and the Market Theatre Laboratory in collaboration with Raw Multimedia. They are conducting what they call the Re-Imagining Riverlea: A Participatory Arts Project. The aim of the project is to facilitate processes for community members of Riverlea to find, explore and represent their stories. To tell us more on this,
Guest: Bekie Ntini – Project Manager for Re-Imagining Riverle: A participatory Arts Project
As life goes back to normal with employees reporting for duty, labour experts are drawing the focus back to the Employment Equity Act and how government can impose and ensure that employers adhere to it. What are the loopholes in the act and why do some employers not comply?
Guest: Teboho Motsoane - Skills Development and Employment Equity Specialist of Strata-g Labour Solutions
Earlier this week, the issue of the protection of whistleblowers was again raised by many of you around the fact that many are not protected. Some spoke about being fired after blowing the whistle. How then can we expect to deal with the issue of corruption if whistle blowers are not protected? What are we not doing right as a country when it comes to this issue? To help us navigate the subject,
Guest: Ntokozo Mngadi – General Manager at Whistle blowers PTY LTD
This morning we talk to Celeste Margo Le Roux, she is the Co-founder and CEO of React24. They are a company that renders bespoke specialist maintenance services to the residential, industrial, commercial and retail markets. Where did it all start for her and what would she say are the biggest challenges for women in this industry?
Guest: Celeste Margo Le Roux – Co-founder and CEO of React24
High expectations from the nation as President Cyril Ramaphosa will be addressing a Joint Sitting of Parliament later today to outline the country's economic reconstruction and recovery plan. Commentators and opposition parties want to know more about job creation and Eskom. Looking at the current state of our economy, what should we expect from the president?
Guest: Mandla Isaacs – Political Economist and MD at Zehuti Advisory
Arthritis is one of those diseases one often associates with old-age, but lately people between 55 and 60 are starting to be affected by it. This is according to various experts around the world marking World Arthritis Day on Monday. What is it exactly and what are the symptoms?
GUEST: Dr Mpoti Seboka – Rheumatologist working at Charlotte Maxeke and Olivedale Hospitals
This morning we focus on women in the Human Settlements value chain. What is the current state of women in this sector and how is the department making strides?
Guest: William
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
The Government Communication and Information System, GCIS yesterday (Monday) held a webinar where they engaged with role players in the advertising industry around issues of racism and advertising. The topic was Racism and Racial Representation in Adverts. Why the need for such a discussion and how do we spot racism in an advert?
Guest: Mathe Okaba – CEO of the Association for Communication and Advertising South Africa
This morning Bryan looks at the question of risk. Why should one take a Risk and what do we mean by it?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Special Investigating Unit has reportedly stopped the Free State Health Department from making payments for personal protective equipment to service providers. The unit requested the department of health and treasury in the Free State to stop these payments as they say that it came to their attention that there were irregularities going on there and to tell us more on this.
Guest: Kaizer Kganyago – Spokesperson for the Special Investigating Unit
We speak now to Leah Molatseli who wrote a book entitled #LegalTech Startups and Innovation. It’s aimed at making ordinary citizens gain greater access to justice. She joins us now on the line to explain the need for such a service and how it will work….
Guest: Leah Molatseli - Legal technology and innovation specialist and member of the University of the Free State Council
The Covid-19 pandemic is said to have left 72% of youth battling with depression as many are unable to find secured jobs. The survey conducted by the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation and its partners looked at young people who were already in a vulnerable situation before the lockdown. What does this mean for these young people and what are the most practical solutions turn their mindsets around? Is there hope for them? To help us navigate this issue,
Guest: Prof Malose Langa – Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychology, School of Human and Community Development at Wits.
Some unions and commentators are puzzled at Gauteng Premier David Makhura’s decision on Health MEC Bandile Masuku. An SIU investigation has found that Masuku had failed to execute his function in compliance with the constitution and public financial act. Makhura on Friday discharged Masuku from his position amid the investigation. Let’s hear what Makhura said on Friday……
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LINK: The and part of the announcement is the one that got many people confused as it seems like the premier intends to bring Masuku back despite the fact that the ISU says that he FAILED to execute his function as MEC. Does this make sense to bring him back and what does it mean for his department, is he competent enough to be reinstated?
Guest: Prof Zwelinzima Ndevu – Director at the School of Public Leadership and Performance at Stellenbosch University
The South African Police Service Amendment Bill is now open for public comment just as police are making headlines for all the wrong reasons. The draft Bill aims to amend the South African Police Service Act, 1995 (Act No. 68 of 1995) and establish a legal framework for policing aligned to the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. Our guest this morning feels that the Bill won’t solve police brutality. Guest: David Bruce – Independent Researcher specialising in policing and public safety
The ANC’s treasurer-general Paul Mashatile is reportedly calling for an increase in state funding for political parties. The ANC has been in the news for some time with reports of the party unable to pay salaries for its staff members. They would like the yearly funds to be increased from R164 million to over R500 million. Is this fair though that taxpayers should foot the bill for political parties to exist?
Guest: Dr Thina Nzo – Senior Researcher at the Public Affairs Research Institute
We speak now to Leah Molatseli who wrote a book entitled #LegalTech Startups and Innovation. It’s aimed at making ordinary citizens gain greater access to justice. She joins us now on the line to explain the need for such a service and how it will work….
Guest: Leah Molatseli - Legal technology and innovation specialist and member of the University of the Free State Council
The Commission of inquiry into State Capture will today (Friday) hear an application by the Commission's Legal Team for an order authorising the Secretary of the Commission to issue a summons for Jacob Zuma. The former President has once again lashed out at Commission chairperson Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo. He says answering questions from the State Capture Commission from the 16th to the 20th of November will be an in-convenience. In a statement released by the JG Zuma Foundation yesterday, Zuma expressed concern that his plea for the recusal of Zondo has fallen on deaf ears. Zuma's lawyer has asked Zondo to recuse himself because of what they call his "continued bias".
Guest: Prof Cathy Powel – Associate Professor in Public Law at the University of Cape Town
As life goes back to normal as the lockdown alert levels are being reduced, we take a look at the property market. According to those in the sector, there is an influx of home loan applications. What is the attraction and seeing that the economy is not doing too well? Some say it is the 100% bond approvals, lenient loan criteria and significantly reduced property prices that are responsible for the influx.
Guest: Natasha Champion - Regional Sales Manager AT Ooba Home Loans
In our labour Talk this morning we focus on how organisations need to change and how leaders must manage differently to establish trust and connection with their employees. On the other hand the role that should be played by employees in embracing technology as we are in the fourth industrial revolution. What is the best starting point?
Guest: Neil Steinmann – CEO and Founder of Peoples Dynamic Development
On Wednesday, a report released by Human Rights Watch revealed that hundreds of thousands of men, women and children with mental health conditions are living chained up in roughly 60 countries. The report entitled “Living in Chains: Shackling of People with Psychosocial Disabilities Worldwide,” points out that families or institutions often shackle people against their will, leaving them eating, sleeping, urinating and defecating in one small space, the rights watchdog said in a report.
Guest: Kriti Sharma - Senior disability rights researcher at Human Rights Watch
On our business feature today we focus on the business of fashion. House of Cinnamon is a Joburg based fashion business. They are an Afro-European accessory brand that offers a limited range of luxury handcrafted shoes and one-of-a-kind leather bags. We speak now to the person behind the brand to find out how it all started for her and what should we know about the business of fashion…
Guest: Frances Edwards – Designer and founder of House of Cinnamon
The leadership of the KwaSizabantu Mission in northern KwaZulu-Natal has refused to testify before the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities - the CRL- in Durban. Earlier this week, the Commission began hearing testimonies from people who claim to have been abused by members from the mission. But yesterday (Wednesday), the mission accused Chairperson of the commission - Professor David Mosoma - of being biased. Fanele Mhlongo compiled this report... Guest: Prof Dion Foster – Professor of Ethics and Director at the Beyers Naude Centre for Public Theology at Stellenbosch University
Often when one gets a headache we are quick to rush for pain killers to deal with pain. But those who suffer from migraines will tell you a different story. This morning we speak to a specialist on the issue to understand how we should deal with headaches and whether its ok to just take pills. What do headaches indicate and why do we take them lightly?
GUEST: Dr Elliot Shevel – Medical Director of the Headache Clinic and a world authority in the field of migraine, tension headache
This morning we focus on careers in the water sector and how the Department of Water and Sanitation and how they bridge the skills the gap. To talk about the learnership and also speak to a beneficiary, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Susan Andrews: Acting Deputy Director for Scientific Disciplines- will provide an overview of the Learning Academy, its goal and purpose.
Guest: Odwa Ntsika Mtembu: Is a former bursar of the Department and is currently employed within the Department as a Geologist and Geographer under the Surface and Groundwater Information Directorate
Court proceedings at the Senekal Magistrate's Court in the Free State were yesterday disrupted by angry farmers, who overturned and burned a police vehicle. The farmers were baying for the blood of two suspects -- who appeared in court in connection with the murder of farm manager -- Brandon Horner. Ishmael.Modiba reports... PKG-FARMER LINK: Is it correct to say that the farmers were just venting their frustrations at the security system or did they overreact? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…. Guest: Tommy Esterhysen – Chair for the Centre of Excellence for rural safety and chair of the rural safety committee at Agri-SA
Mxolisi Dukwana says Former Free State premier who is now the current ANC secretary general Ace Magashule took former MEC to the Guptas' Saxonwold compound in 2011, where Tony Gupta offered him R2 million in exchange for a New City project that was in the pipeline. Dukwana, who was MEC for Economic Development at the time says this wasn't the first time he met the Guptas. He first met them in 2009 after Ace Magashule became premier of the Free State. Let’s listen to a snippet of Sakina’s interview with Dukwana in 2018…. CLIP-DUKWANA Ace Magashule, then broke his silence after he was implicated at the State Capture Inquiry. Magashule lambasted his one-time ally, and a former senior provincial government official Mxolisi Dukwana. Let’s listen to what he had to say…. CLIP-ACE-DUKWANA
The ANC has told the SABC that party secretary-general Ace Magashule has instructed his lawyers to seek clarity from the National Prosecuting Authority regarding reports that the Hawks will arrest him today. The reports say Magashule's warrant of arrest in connection with the Vrede Dairy farm project in the Free State would follow a number of recent high-profile arrests. ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe ...
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ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule's lawyer says no arrest warrant has been issued for the arrest of his client. This comes after reports that Magashule would be arrested by the Hawks today in connection with the Vrede dairy farm project in the Free State. This follows a number of recent high-profile arrests in the past week. Attorney, Victor Nkwashu, say he will write to all relevant authorities to ascertain the source of rumours that the arrest of his client is imminent…
CLIP-ACE-LAWYER LINK: Let’s talk now to journalists who have been on the story for years now to try and join the dots to how we got here….. GUEST: Karyn Maughan, who is a Legal journalist and Writer for Business Day, News24 and the Financial Mail GUEST: Samkele Maseko – SABC Seniour poli
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Pfizer and BioNTech have announced that they are starting the enrollment of Phase 3 pivotal COVID-19 vaccine trial in the country. The study will enroll an estimated 44,000 global participants, which they say will allow a further increase in trial population diversity, and include people with chronic, stable HIV, Hepatitis C, or Hepatitis B infection, as well as provide additional safety and efficacy data. What does all of this mean for us and the fight against Covid-19?
Guest: Dr. Bha Ndungane-Tlakul - Pfizer’s Medical Director for South Africa
Let’s tell you quickly about the Brand Africa Summit 2020. It was established in late 2016 and launched in 2018. Its Awards Ceremony has become popular for many aspiring brands who do great development work that uplifts communities and deserving individuals around the African continent. To tell us more about the summit and its goals, also what we can expect this time around, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Mr Solly Moeng - Founder and Convener of the Summit
We all try and protect our children from making mistakes from our own experiences. How do we go about teaching our children about money?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Plans by labour Federation Cosatu to grind government services to halt tomorrow (Wednesday) are at an advanced stage. The labour union briefed the media in Johannesburg on its planned nationwide strike against corruption, gender based violence and collective bargaining. Cosatu says the strike will take the form of work stay away and protest action. The strike comes at a time when millions of workers in the private sector have either lost jobs or have received salary cuts.
Guest: Sizwe Pamla – Cosatu’s national spokesperson
They call it the mother of all professions because every professional goes through a teacher. Today being World Teachers Day, we pay tribute to teachers around the world. Our guest is nicknamed the ‘Tech Granny’ by her colleagues because of her passion and skills for using digital resources in teaching and learning. This despite the fact that she was born before the class was technologically advance. She joins us now on the line to talk about her journey and encounter with technology…
Guest: Phuti Ragophala - Microsoft Innovative Expert Educator
Since the surfacing of a video where a man allegedly tried to kidnap a child from a restaurant in Johannesburg earlier last month, we’ve been hearing about other instances of this nature. Police are warning people to be vigilant, not just with children, but also missing relatives. Some reports suggest that we could be facing a problem of human trafficking and to understand how it works and the different forms it is executed in, Guest: Major Margaret Stafford - South Africa's coordinator for Anti Human Trafficking at the Salvation Army
Guest: Portia Qametsi – Legal Professional at Law for All
As the country is now at alert level 1, majority of industries are going back to normal. The aviation industry is all getting back in shape and dealing with challenges before it. The Air Traffic and Navigation Services says it is implementing an airspace management efficiency initiative, known as the Gauteng Airspace Performance-Based-Navigation Plan. This they say will assist in the recovery of the industry post the Covid-19 pandemic. How exactly is this going to improve the industry and what should we as the public know about it?
Guest: Jeoffrey Matshoba – Executive Responsible for Air Traffic Management
Free State residents have expressed their anger over the poor conditions they are living in after the provincial government spent 255-million rand on an asbestos roof audit project that did not benefit them. Last week, seven people accused of fraud, corruption and money laundering appeared in the Bloemfontein Magistrate's Court after the Hawks arrested them in the Free State, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. They are facing charges relating to the multi-million rand asbestos housing project that dates back to 2014. Residents of Dark City in Bloemfontein say they are relieved the wheels of justice are turning for those who involved in the scandal. Ishmael Modiba reports...
Guest: Ismael Modiba – SABC reporter in the Free State
Ishmael, the ANC in the Free State held a couple of meetings around the issues, what can you tell us on that?
Last week Friday we saw some suspects appearing in court, are there more expected this morning?
LINK: We go now to KZN where a former KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner and a police captain were expected to hand themselves over to the police in Durban this morning (Monday) this after the Investigative Directorate of the National Prosecuting Authority issued a warrant of arrest for them and to tell us what’s happening there Guest: Vusi Makhosini – SABC reporter in KZN
LINK: In Limpopo three more people including a former Member of Parliament and a bank employee were arrested in connection with theft and fraud of four-point-eight-million-rand belonging to the Makgatho Community Property Association in that province. The suspects allegedly connived in irregularly awarding a farming tender to a company linked to the wife of a senior municipal official of the Molelemole Local Municipality.
Guest: Michael Makhungo – SABC reporter in Limpopo
Land Administrator Officers will do quarterly spot checks on state land leased by farmers to ensure it is being used for its intended purpose. Emerging farmers - including women are set to benefit from the land release. Agriculture Minister, Thoko Didiza, has announced in Pretoria that the department will ensure that the more than 500 thousand hectares of state land released will be productively farmed or the state will terminate the leases. Didiza says the 30 year lease agreement stipulates that the farmer cannot transfer the lease to someone else or sublet the farm.
Guest: TERRIES NDOVE - DDG LAND REFORM
Yesterday (Thursday) many of you wanted to know how the Hawks managed to arrest so many people almost in one day. Another question was whether the arrests were based on information that was revealed at the Zondo commission of inquiry into state capture or if it was based on information that was gathered even before the commission? Well, to answer all your questions and talk about the arrests,
Guest: Hangwani Mulaudzi – Spokesperson for the Hawks
There was a lot of criticism this week from child advocacy groups when ANC Mpumalanga Provincial Executive Committee member and former MEC who has been accused of raping his children was named despite journalistic rules aimed at protecting the child. We use this opportunity now to look at the responsibility of media practitioners in naming child sex offenders. Experts say that this may cause trauma to young victims. Also now with the emergence of social media, covering such cases requires more caution. What it is that us as the media should always be conscious of?
Guest: William Bird – Executive Director at Media Monitoring Africa –
Guest: Ngaa Murombedzi – Advocacy Manager at Women and Men Against Child Abuse –
Guest: George Classen – Member of SANEF’s Diversity and Ethics Committee and also Ombudsman for Media24
As life goes back to normal with employees reporting for duty, labour experts are drawing the focus back to the Employment Equity Act and how government can impose and ensure that employers adhere to it. What are the loopholes in the act and why do some employers not comply?
Guest: Teboho Motsoane - Skills Development and Employment Equity Specialist of Strata-g Labour Solutions
In our business feature this morning we talk about the business of luxury with Buyi Mafoko. She is also Founder of The Events Fraternity, a Pan-African luxury consultancy which she says is vested in the Emerging Affluent and Affluent consumer and commercial markets. She now joins us on the line to talk about her journey and challenges along the way. What attracted her to this market and what would she say is that one thing that can make or break you in this industry? Guest: Buyi Mafoko - Co-Founder and Managing Director at Matte BLK and Matte BLK Printing Founder, Luxury Aficionado at The Events Fraternity
As you’ve heard in the news that SABC News has learnt that an ANC senior member is to hand himself over at the Alberton police station East of Johannesburg this morning. This follows evidence presented at the State Capture Commission of Inquiry around his relationship with African Global Operations, formerly known as Bosasa. For the latest developments on this story,
Guest: Samkele Maseko – SABC senior political reporter – Guest: Prof Dirk Kotze – Professor of Political Sciences at UNISA
So many of us take sleeping for granted, but if you are one of those who suffers from insomnia you know that feeling where you wish you can easily fall asleep. Well this morning let’s listen to an expert who can explain what some of the causes are and how one can overcome as we welcome…..
GUEST: Peet Vermaak – Clinical neurophysiologist from the Pretoria Sleep Lab
With just one day to go as we near the Top Women Virtual Conference Let’s touch base now with Vuyo Dubese who is moderator for a few of the sessions to find out what her expectations are…
Guest: Vuyo Dubese - Moderator for a few of the sessions for the Top Women Conference
In our regular housing feature with the Department of Human Settlements we look at Emergency Housing and what it means. Also the issue of obtaining a title deed especially under housing provided by government and to educate us on the subject,
Guest: Ndivhuwo Mabaya - Special Advisor to the Minister
Statistics South Africa has reported that the expanded definition of the unemployment rate - which includes people who have stopped looking for a work - increased by two-point-three-percentage points to 42 per cent in second quarter compared to the first quarter of 2020. However, the official unemployment rate decreased to 23-point-3 per cent in the second quarter from 30-point-1 per cent in the first quarter of the year. This is because the official unemployment rate is calculated using the number of persons who are employed and unemployed, and does not include discouraged work seekers. Naledi Ngobo reports… PKG-JOBS
LINK: Having listened to that report, we take a look at the possibility of the agriculture sector boosting the economy and rural development. Could this help in creating jobs in rural areas to ease the burden on cities? To help us navigate this issue, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Mmatlou Kalaba – Agricultural Economist and Senior lecturer at the University of Pretoria
The Johannesburg City Power has been very busy in lately clamping down on businesses and upmarket estates trying to recover millions of rand in unpaid electricity bills. They have also been cutting off illegal connections in townships and informal settlements which are said to be costing Eskom billions of rands. Guest: Isaac Mangena – Spokesperson for City Power
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
If you are one of the people in SMME sector, this interview may shed some light for you on issues of funding. We speak to the Small Enterprise Finance Agency About who they are and the services they provide to small businesses. What new programmes have they introduced and how will they benefit the sector?
Guest: Setlakalane Molepo – Acting CEO of the Small Enterprise Finance Agency
Let’s quickly tell you about the 2020 Standard Bank Top Women Virtual Conference which starts on the 1st till the 2nd of October. To find out what to expect and the type of issues that will be on the table,
Guest: Karla Fletcher, Head of Marketing for Topco Media
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with questions that have been sent to him. Remember you are also welcome to ask him any financial question on your mind..
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Former president Jacob Zuma has ordered State Capture commission of inquiry Chairperson, Deputy Chief Judge Raymond Zondo to recuse himself as the chair. In a letter his lawyer, Eric Mabuza, sent to the commission, Zuma says he feels that Zondo is biased against him and therefore must step aside and allow a different judge to preside over the state capture commission. Last week, Zondo said he was not willing to negotiate with Zuma and his legal team on a date when he should appear before the Commission.
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LINK: Last year when Zuma appeared on the Commission, he asked Judge Zondo about the purpose of the commission and what it’s called State Capture…..
Guest: Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast – Political Analyst
President Cyril Ramaphosa brought the debate around the removing of apartheid statues back on the national agenda. Delivering his virtual Heritage Day message yesterday Ramaphosa said that they won’t be apologetic for upsetting people, as the country confronts its historical injustices….
Guest: Professor Pitika Ntuli - Commissioner at the CRL and also internationally renowned sculptor and heritage activist
President Ramaphosa has recently announced the country’s move to alert level 1 lockdown, and with this, the country’s economy has since been opened to accommodate more businesses, especially those in the tourism and hospitality space. Mayor of eThekwini, Cllr Mxolisi Kaunda joins us now to tell us how they are taking advantage of this opportunity…
Guest: Sipho Kaunda
Earlier this week we saw the Khoisan community up in arms over branding used by a wine making company in the Northern Cape. The company, Namaqua Wines, uses Khoisan illustration on their wine boxes labelled "Rain Dance". This then draws our attention to the age old problem where indigenous medicines and symbols are used for commercial gain while the ethnic communities get nothing out of it. To navigate this issue and look at how communities can take ownership of their inheritance, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prince Stanley Petersen - Member of the National Khoi-San Council and chief negotiator in the Rooibos case
Guest: Martha Pinkoane - Academic and founder of the Institute of Traditional Medicine and Traditional Knowledge...Dihlare Remedy.
Guest: Lesle Jansen - Lawyer from the organisation Natural Justice.
Very special day for our diverse country today where we reflect on our rich heritage. We have so many ethnic groups that make our country beautiful, how then do we unite under one common heritage to make our country a better place? Speaking now to the Heritage Council, how are they using days like these to promote social cohesion?
Guest: Danny Goulkan – Head of Communication and Stakeholder engagement at the National Heritage Council
September being Heart Awareness Month we focus on matters related to the heart. How should we take care of our hearts and do we take them for granted? We’ve seen young people die of heart attacks, is it normal seeing that it used to be elderly people who died from heart conditions? Well to answer all heart related questions,
GUEST: Dr. Norman Lester - Cardiologist at Midstream Hill Medical Park
This feature is brought to you by the Department of Water and Sanitation
Focus: This morning we speak to the Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation about water pollution. Recently Parliament’ Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation welcomed progress made by his department in addressing the challenges of pollution in the Gauteng municipalities of Emfuleni and the City of Tshwane.
Guest: David Mahlobo – Deputy Minister Water and Sanitation
A report published by SA Medical Journal has revealed that many adult males experience violent rape with perpetrators likely to be armed. This the report says is often to humiliate the victim report titled: The Unspoken Victims at rape trends in instances where young boys and men were raped or sexually assaulted. For a perspective on this,
Guest: Rees Mann - Executive Director at NGO, South African Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse (samsosa) and a survivor himself, Rees Mann
One of the accused in the Nathaniel Julies murder case, Caylene Whiteboy, has told the Protea Magistrate's court that she's being framed by her co-accused and that she's received death threats. Three police officers are applying for bail for the murder of the 16-year-old who was gunned down last month just metres from his home in Eldorado Park in the south of Johannesburg. Let’s listen to what some of the residents had to say at the court.. LINK: The revelations in court has highlighted a huge problem on community policing and to look at the conduct of police especially in public places,
Guest: Dave Bruce – Independent Researcher specialising in policing and public safety
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted the school year so badly that even those in the sector don’t have concrete solutions to proceed with an almost wasted year. But now the worry is the psychology of those who will be sitting for their Grade 12 exams. Psychologists are turning the focus on the parents and the role they can and should be playing in helping their children through this difficult process.
Guest: Lauren Martin -Counselling Psychologist and SACAP Head of Faculty: Applied Psychology
Bryan looks at whether this is a good time to be investing….
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The DA has accused the SAA Business Rescue Practitioners of misleading the public when they announced that National Treasury had provided another letter of commitment to provide the 10-point four billion rand required to relaunch the ailing airline. The party says National Treasury had not made a commitment to cut budgets or redirect cash to fund any SAA bailout. DA MP Alf Lees has challenged both the BRPs and Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan to produce the letter of commitment if they dispute his assertion. He says it is astounding that there can be any consideration of budget cuts in other departments to fund SAA when South Africa had to borrow money from the IMF just to cope with the economic meltdown caused by government's Covid-19 lockdown ...
Guest: Christopher Sabangu - Deputy president of the South African Cabin Crew Association
A 64-page report by Human Rights Watch has revealed atrocities committed against foreign nationals in our country. The report titled: They have robbed me of my life: Xenophobic Violence against Non-National in South Africa paints a very gloomy picture of how Africans and Asian foreign nationals were treated between last year March up to this year in the same month. But then what is this based on and what should we attribute the revelations to? Is it about economics as some South Africans accuse foreign nationals of taking their jobs? Also, what is it that makes South Africa attractive to foreign nationals?
Guest: Dewa Mavhinga - Southern Africa Director with the Africa Division at Human Rights Watch
Guest: Victor Kgomoeswana – Author of Africa is Open for Business and public speaker on African business affairs
Guest: Dr. Tanya Zack-Urban Planner and Senior Visiting Fellow at Wits University
These days one can’t even go to the loo without their cell phone in hand. Microwave ovens are a must-have replacing the old way of cooking. Instant food prepared in a lab are what we eat. Babies are monitored through gadgets placed in their rooms. Direction is given by GPS and reading of maps have become a thing of the past. These are just a few examples of how much technology has taken over our lives. To highlight the impact this is having on our health and happiness, a panel of South African experts are discussing the subject and also looking at how to live greener while embracing the 4th Industrial Revolution.
Guest: Dr Marlena Kruger – Integrated wellness Practitioner and Techno Life Coach. She is also founder of TechnoLife Wise Foundation
The widow of slain top cop Lieutenant-Colonel Charl Kinnear, says she is confident that justice will be served and those responsible for his murder will be brought to book. Kinnear, a senior investigator in the Anti-Gang Unit, was gunned down near his Bishop Lavis home on the Cape Flats yesterday. He was involved in the investigation of several high-profile cases. Police Minister Bheki Cele visited the family in the Western Cape and called for an immediate investigation into why the protection service assigned to Kinnear had been withdrawn.
Guest: Peter Ntsime- Acting Deputy General-Secretary-South African Policing Union
As part of celebrating Heritage Month, we speak about embracing and celebrating our languages and heritage. Artists do it best as they have a way of integrating heritage in their art. Motlanalo is one such musician who has embraced her Sepedi roots and chose to sing in her mother tongue. Let’s take a listen to one of her tracks and then we will talk about her and why she chose this genre…..
Guest(Skype): Motlanalo – Singer and song writer (Beauty Rammalo)
We focus now on the Public Service Commission’s quarterly bulletin which they released this week. It focuses on a number of issues from education, payment of service providers and health to name a few. As a public service watchdog, what would they say are the most complaints they are receiving relating to corruption and also is the situation improving as far as they are concerned?
Guest: Michael Seloane - Commissioner at the Public Service Commission
The issue of shale gas exploration and extraction in the country is one that has seen environmentalists at loggerheads multinational who’ve been trying to explore minerals. Well in an effort to guide policy development and regulatory framework on the issue, Chairman and the CEO of the Council for Geoscience together with the Beaufort West Local Municipality Councillors will on Monday officially launch phase two of the Karoo Deep Drilling and Geo-environmental Baseline Programme.
Guest: Mosa Mabuza - Chairman and CEO of the Council for Geoscience
The IEC says that a proposal to pilot e-voting in next year’s local government elections may not happen as the country did not have sufficient funds. Speaking to the South African National Editors Forum yesterday (Wed), chief electoral officer Sy Mamabolo said that political parties did not appear to be in favour of electronic voting. Let’s hear now from the IEC as we welcome… Guest: Mawethu Mosery - deputy ceo at the iec
Business experts say opening the local tourism sector without the international borders won’t be enough to save the sector. The economy itself has taken a beating leading to job losses. Let’s look now at the contribution of the sector and also whether it has a good chance of recovery as we welcome….
Guest: Anton Roelofse - Regional General Manger at Business Partners Limited
President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned that the country needs to guard against a second wave in the coronavirus, as South Africa moves to level one of the lockdown. Level one will take effect from early Monday morning the 21st of September. It entails an easing of restrictions on public gatherings with 250 people now being allowed to attend indoor gatherings and 500 people for outdoor gatherings. Alcohol sales will be allowed from Monday to Friday. The curfew has been eased and now will be in force from midnight to four am. The President was speaking in a live address to the nation. Let’s listen to an excerpt from his address last night….. Guest: Mandla Isaacs – Political Economist
The property market has no doubt taken a beating under the lockdown regulations. But the good thing is that it has sparked innovation for the different sectors. Private Property has launched the Virtual Property Show online, a platform created to allow key players in the property sector to engage with consumers in an interactive and innovative way.
Guest: Tracey Lee Miller- Brand and marketing executive at private Property
On our health talk this morning we focus on hearing. We talk to an Audiologist about hearing loss and how we can prevent related damage to our ears. Loud headphones come to mind, but let’s hear from the expert…..
GUEST: Tarryn Richardson – Owner of The Hearing and Tinnitus Studio based at the Intercare Medical Centre in Fourways
This feature is brought to you by the Department of Human Settlement
Focus: In our regular feature with the Department of Human Settlements this morning we focus on their efforts of making home ownership possible. This they are doing through the Finance Linked Individual Subsidy Programme and to tell us more on it and how one qualifies, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Nonhlahla Buthelezi - Acting DDG Framework Delivery in the Department of Human Settlements
Yesterday during out Thinking Point, the issue of rural development dominated the conversation with many of you agreeing that more attention must be paid to the rural part of the country. Interestingly the Institute of Race Relations yesterday (Tuesday) launched their five-point plan to save rural South Africa, what they say is a policy document presenting a simple set of solutions to make sure South Africans living in rural areas can thrive and fulfil their ambitions. Guest: Hermann Pretorius - IRR Deputy Head of Policy Research
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Did you know that Since 2000/01 potatoes accounted for approximately 45% of total vegetable crops produced in South Africa and contribute around R8.5 billion to the economy? Well as good as this sounds, Covid-19 has affected global market with a surplus of frozen and processed potato products in Europe. They are now pleading with the South African government to put a temporary freeze on EU imports and to explain to us how this is hitting our industry,
Guest: André Jooste - CEO of Potato South Africa
Bryan looks at the markets particularly tech stocks and the Seven deadly sins of investing
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Ruth Hopkins is an award-winning investigative journalist based in the country and she has written an explosive book exposing security company G4S for its brutal treatment of prisoners at Mangaung Correctional Centre in Bloemfontein. The book also exposes the failure of the Department of Correctional Services to take appropriate action.
Guest: Ruth Hopkins –Investigative journalist attached to the Wits Justice Project
As you may have heard last week when we were discussing the harassment of female journalists, this at the back of the EFF incident involving a journalist from eNCA. Some of the male callers felt that the incident was not harassment, but just the party not wanting eNCA at their protest. Let’s listen to some of the views that came in….. CLIP-CALLERS-HARASSMENT LINK: Having listened to those views, what then according to men constitutes harassment? One of the party leaders justified this as a touch and not harassment. Also looking at situations where a man greets a woman and she does not respond, does he have the right to force her to respond to the greeting? To help us navigate this subject, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Mbuyiselo Botha – Commissioner at the Commission for Gender Equality
Guest: Professor Kopano Ratele - Director of the MRC’s Masculinity and Health Research Unit
Funeral undertakers say they have the support of crematoriums and the Muslim community as they strike for three days from today (Monday). The undertakers from 17 associations and forums, will be protesting their working conditions and remuneration. They also demand the out-sourcing of mortuary facilities. The strike will affect the movement of bodies between homes, hospitals and mortuaries nationwide.
Guest: Nocawe Makhiwane, from the Funeral Federation of South Africa, which is an umbrella body where all associations are represented
Tomorrow (Saturday) 12th of September marks 43 years since the murder of Steven Bantu Biko by apartheid police in 1977. This morning speak to some of his close former colleagues who will be hosting a talk entitled ‘Biko’s lessons for us’. One of the questions we’ve been asking over the years is what Biko would have been today? Would he have been a scholar or politician or one of those outstanding moral voices?
Guest: Dr Mamphele Ramphele - Co-founder of ReimagineSA
Guest: Dr. Saths Cooper-President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
The Clicks incident has again brought the spotlight on institutional racism. The company has apologized after public uproar from the black community. But this is not the first time corporates got it wrong. H&M also got in trouble for a distasteful advert. But then where are corporates getting in wrong? Also the other element is that some white people don’t seem to understand why such things are hurting and offensive to the black community. Where do we start in trying to address this problem and how far can we trace it?
Guest: Dr Mandisa Majavu – Senior Lecturer in the Department of Political and International Studies at Rhodes
Guest: Lovelyn Nwandeyi – Founder and Director of L&N Advisors - Also Seniour Fellow of the Atlantic Fellowship for Racial Equity, coordinated by Columbia University in New York and the Nelson Mandela Foundation
Guest: Dr Mariheca Otto - MD of Motto Business Solutions and measurement specialist (She says Diverse teams are proven to out-perform homogenic teams)
uMkhonto weSizwe’s National Council is the latest structure that has slammed ANC leaders defying party instruction to step aside while facing criminal charges. This is an issue that the ANC leadership seems unable to deal with as many of the implicated members are still holding on to their positions. Well let’s hear what they have to say as we welcome…
Guest: Gregory Nthatisi - Secretary-general of the uMkhonto weSizwe’s National Council
Freedom Front Plus leader Pieter Groenewald has expressed his anger at the revelation that the ANC delegation to Zimbabwe used a SANDF plane for this assignment. He says he will call on the Public Protector to look into this. Asked whether the ANC abused state resources, this is what Secretary-General Ace Magashule said……
Guest: Pule Mabe – ANC Spokesperson
Some educators who have chronic conditions that are flagged as high-risk co-morbidities for Coronavirus have raised concerns over the processing of concession leave applications. Government has committed to protecting high-risk civil servants by either granting them leave or approving that they work from home. Some teachers who have been approved to work from home however say they have not been provided with the necessary resources to work remotely. Pimani Baloyi reports...
Guest: Mugwena Maluleke – General Secretary for SADTU
The EFF’s Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has dismissed an incident where members of his party are seeing pushing an eNCA female journalist away as a mere “touching” and “not harassment”. The journalist and cameraman were chased away from covering an EFF Clicks protest in Goodwood Mall in Cape Town on Monday morning. In light of this we though to speak to a colleague who has many years of experience in the field, not just in South Africa but other countries. Mahlatse Mahlase who is also part of SANEF has covered many stories on the ground and she joins us now on the line to give us an insight and give her views about this incident. Here is a sound clip from Minister of Arts, Culture and Sports Nathi Mthethwa answering a question from Stephen Grootes about the EFF incident…… Guest: Mahlatse Mahlase - Group editor-in-chief at Eyewitness News and currently SANEF’s Secretary-general
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research is collaborating with the SMME sector in the chemical and the agro-processing sector. They are particularly looking at women-led SMMEs. Let’s speak now to an entrepreneur who is involved in this sector as we welcome ….
Guest: Patricia Mathivha – MD and owner of Vida Pharmaceuticals
As you’ve heard in the news since last night that Hhuman rights icon and former President Nelson Mandela's lawyer, George Bizos has died. The celebrated 91-year-old represented many struggle heroes including the Rivonia Trialists. Last night President Cyril Ramapahosa paid tribute to him…. Guest: Nick Wolpe - Founder and CEO of the Liliesleaf Trust Guest: Mosiua Lekota – Leader of the Congress of the People
This morning we look at feet with a podiatrist talking about treating the foot, ankle, and connecting parts of the leg. How do we take care of our feet and prevent infections and injuries?
GUEST: Nikita Sahadev – Podiatrist working in the private sector with special interest in diabetes and geriatrics. She is currently completing her PHD in diabetes reserach
We take a look back at water infrastructure that has been put in place by the Department since 1994. The idea is to showcase progress made to date in as far as water infrastructure is concerned.
Guest: Leonardo Manus - Acting Deputy Director-General: National Water Resources Infrastructure Branch
South Africa's economy has plummeted by 51-percent in the second quarter of 2020 due to the impact of the Covid-19 lockdown. According to Statistics South Africa the contraction is the fourth consecutive decline in quarterly GDP since the second quarter of 2019. Contributions to the contraction came from a decrease in manufacturing and mining production output as well as a decrease in the catering and accommodation industries during lockdown level-five and level-four. What does this mean for all of us especially the poor? Is this an indication that we in for a terrible time and worse can it get?
Guest: Xhanti Payi – Economist and Director Nascence Advisory
The Deputy Minister of Finance David Masondo says the main contributing factor to distressed municipalities is unfunded budgets. He says it’s about time that the leadership at municipal level is held accountable for poor financial management. Masondo was briefing the NCOP on government's interventions to change the current state of local government. He's added that large portions of the infrastructure grant is not spent due to lack of forward planning by municipalities….. Guest: Karen Heese – Economist at Municipal IQ
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Minister for Small Business Development, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni has rejected the apology issued by Clicks. She feels that they are missing the point.
Guest: Khumbudzo Ntshavheni - Minister for Small Business Development
Last week cchairperson of South Africa's Commission on State Capture expressed his dismay and shock at the level of corruption around Personal Protective Equipment, while the country is still investigating allegation into state capture. He was speaking during the testimony of former ANC MP Vincent Smith whom the commission heard that he got money from BOSASA for his daughter's university fees disguised as a settlement for a car accident last week. Many of the witnesses were not forthcoming with information saying they have forgotten….
Guest: Neeshan Balton – CEO of the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation
last week we spoke to Musa Chamane who is waste campaigner at Groundworks and Simon Mbatha, national coordinator of the Waste Pickers Association about a number of issues polluting our environment. The conversation was started by listeners pointing out the illegal dumping that was happening in their areas. So in doing a follow-up discussion on the subject with Chamane and Mbatha, they pointed the finger at both local government and the Department of Environmental Affairs. Let’s listen to a snippet of how the conversation went…..
Guest: Balangani Nengovhela – Specialist Waste Management at SALGA
Guest: Mamogala Mosekene – Acting Deputy Director General : Chemicals and Waste Management at the Department of Environmental Affairs
The Democratic Alliance Federal Chairperson Helen Zille yesterday expressed satisfaction with the progress of the party's virtual policy conference that took place over the weekend. Yesterday (Sunday) the two hundred delegates dealt with the issue of economic inclusion. But as you may remember late last week that Gauteng Provincial Leader, John Moodey resigned saying he no longer felt at home in the party and that it had changed from what it used to be when he first joined 22 years ago. This was however disputed by the party’s interim leader John Steenhuisen. CLIP-STEENHUISEN (THERE MAY BE A PKG COMING OVERNIGHT ON THE CONFERENCE, WILL CHANGE THE INTRO IN THE MORNING) LINK: Headlines over the weekend suggested that the party is imploding and that the racial divisions are getting worse. For a perspective on the state of the DA, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Ongama Mtimka – Political Analyst based at NMMU
On Wednesday while discussing the issue of farm killings, we received some calls about little attention being given to the abuse of farm workers.
Guest: Shirami Shirinda – From the Farm Workers’ Rights
The problem of public servants doing business with the state has been spoken about for many years as it is viewed as one of the problems fueling corruption in government. Well yesterday (Wed) officials from the Department of Public Service and Administration briefed parliament about the harsh punishment that will be muted to those found guilty.
Guest: Claude Naiker – National manager: Members Affairs at the Public Service Association
The Employment and Labour Minister, Thulas Nxesi, has confirmed that the U.I.F Commissioner has been placed on precautionary suspension along with the U.I.F's Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operations Officer and Head of Supply Chain Management.
He made the announcement during a media briefing to unpack the findings of the Auditor-General in relation to the COVI-D19 Relief Fund Audit.
Guest: Thulas Nxesi – Minister of Employment and Labour
The World Health Organisation says that by 2030 mental health will be the single largest global challenge we will face. So this morning on our health feature we thought to talk about bipolar, seasonal disorder and depression. How do we know the signs not only on us as individuals, but also the people we live with?
GUEST: Prof Stoffel Grobler – Psychiatrist from Port Elizabeth
As you may have heard in the news on Monday that the Western Cape High Court has reviewed and set aside the sale of the Tafelberg property in the Cape Town suburb of Sea Point. This opens up the possibility of affordable housing within the CBD and does away with the old apartheid legacies around who should stay where.
Well Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu, has welcomed the ruling saying the judgement has made it possible for government through the Social Housing and Regulatory Authority to build social housing units for the qualifying beneficiaries.
Guest: Yonela Diko - Spokesperson for the Minister of Human Settlements
Section 10 of the Births and Deaths Registration Act says that a child born to an unmarried couple automatically receives the mother's surname. Well this is now being challenged before the Constitutional Court by the Centre for Child Law hoping that fathers will be given the right to register the birth whether they are married to the mother or not.
Guest: Anjuli Maistry – Attorney at the Centre for Child Law
Political parties that took part on the National Assembly's debate on the scourge of farm attacks and murders of farmers and farmworkers are calling for an end to these killings. However some political parties argued that the matter is being politicised
Guest: Dr Chris de Kock – Independent crime and violence analyst
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Looking at how many companies are retrenching workers, one wonders what will eventually happen to the affected people? The latest is that Bidvest Bank has announced that it’s contemplating retrenchments to re-align operations as a response to challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused. A survey by TransUnion has revealed that a vast majority of households are still struggling under the financial impact of the Covid-19 crisis, with 77 percent of them saying that their household income has been negatively affected. This is however a slight improvement compared the peak of 84 percent in June. How should we interpret this decline? To help us navigate, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Carmen Williams - Director of research and consulting at TransUnion
On the last Tuesday of every month Bryan normally deals with the various questions that have come in. So he didn’t do that last week and we thought let’s rather do it today. Good morning Bryan…..
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The ANC National Executive Committee has endorsed the letter written by the President last week, denouncing any acts of corruption by officials deployed in government. President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a consolidated report on the outcomes of the past weekend's NEC meeting during a virtual media briefing. Ahead of the meeting expectations were that we would see the camps play themselves out especially at the back of former president Zuma’s letter. Let’s hear what President Ramaphosa had to say on Zuma’s letter….
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LINK: The party’s Secretary-General Ace Magashule tried to convince the media that the party is united….
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LINK: Did they do a good job in trying to convince us that all is well? For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof Susan Booysen – Professor Emeritus at Wits University
Today being the last day of August which we mark as Women’s Month, we thought to look back to some of the achievements with regards to women. Where are we in 2020 when it comes to bridging the wage gap, equality, leadership, GBV and economic emancipation? If the women of 1956 could look into 2020, would they be happy with where we are as women?
Guest: Onyi Nwaneri - Human rights lawyer and Chief Executive Officer of the non-profit organisation Afrika Tikkun
Guest: Mancha Marcia Maraka – Speaker, Acting Chief Director: Construction Unit in the Department of Water and Sanitation
Guest: Deepa Vallabh – Head of Africa: M&A and Co-Head of Corporate & Commercial at CMS Attorneys and founding member of the Circle of Lift
Last week we received a couple of calls and voice notes about people who dump all sorts of waste in rivers and so on. Something the country has been battling with for many years as authorities don’t seem to be doing anything about it. Let’s take a listen to what was said by many of you….
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LINK: What could we say is the main reason behind this? Is it just a certain type of people who do this or lack of facilities? Same as those people who throw rubbish out of a moving car. Where would you say the problems lies?
Guest: Musa Chamane – Waste campaigner at Groundworks
Guest: Simon Mbatha – national co-coordinator
Leader of the newly formed political party – ActionSA, Herman Mashaba says that his party supports the call for electoral reform, adding that this will help hold elected officials accountable. He believes that people should vote directly for the president and not a party…..
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LINK: Looking at our voting patterns, could this work in South Africa seeing how many people are loyal to their parties and also how independent candidates ended up making private deals with bigger parties for positions? Also as a country have we reached political maturity where we won’t feel that we still owe liberation movements? Guest: Xolani Dube – Senior Researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development
This morning we speak to Prof Salim Abdool Karim about all things Covid-19 related as we are expecting to start the second wave. He had warned last week that the current decline in the daily numbers of infections was not an indication that the worst was over yet. He’s here with us for the next 45 minutes to answer all your questions…. Guest: Prof Salim Abdool Karim - Chair of the Ministerial Advisory Committee
The ANC's Integrity Commission has summoned the party's Secretary-General, Ace MaGashule to an urgent meeting over a comment he made that he will never step aside over a mere allegation of corruption. He's been drawn into the P.P.E tender scandal after reports that two of his sons received contracts worth two-point three million for COVID-19 goods and services. Over the years there have been claims of corruption against him while he was the Free State Premier and ANC provincial Chairperson. The ANC is holding a Special National Executive Committee meeting this weekend to debate extensively and implement plans to fight corruption that has caused huge reputational damage to the party. Let’s listen to some of the comments coming from the leadership…..
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LINK: Yesterday President Cyril Ramaphosa was answering questions during a parliamentary Q&A session where he spoke about issues of corruption. He avoided answering the question on whether he believes that former Ethekwini Mayor Zandile Gumede should be a member of the Kwazulu- Natal Legislature. The question was asked - twice - by the Leader of the Official Opposition John Steenhuisen.
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LINK: EFF leader, Julius Malema, challenged the President to reveal his donors of the so-called CR17 campaign in the run up to the 2017 ANC elective conference. This is to established whether they are beneficiaries of the COVID-19 PPE tenders
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LINK: To help us look ahead to the upcoming NEC meeting and what it is we can expect, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Samkele Maseko – SABC TV Journalist
Guest: Prof Kgothatso Shai - Head of the department of cultural and political studies at the University of Limpopo
The South African Post Office is back on the news agenda for different things. Yesterday five new board members were appointed, this takes place amid accusations that Minster Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams interfered in operations and abuse of power. Earlier in the week the minister said that the huge numbers of people that are flocking to the Post Offices to access Social Distress COVID-19 Relief Fund is worrying. She was in Mbizana -where she encountered hundreds of people queuing from early in the morning for grants…..
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LINK: Let’s try to understand what is going on at the Post Office and how the department is dealing with as we welcome…
Guest: Nomvuyiso Batyi - Director-General in the Department of Communications
The Vaal University of Technology has established a Law Clinic at its Southern Gauteng Science and Technology Park which will provide free legal services for the Emfuleni community.
Guest: Dr Narissa Ramdhani – Director of Resource Mobilisation at the Vaal University of Technology
Our guest this morning is of the view that this is the right time to start a business. He goes on to say that ddifficult times are the most opportune time to start a business. What does he mean by this seeing how people are in panic mode as businesses are not doing well and laying people off?
Guest: Arnoux Maré – Entrepreneur and MD of Innovative Staffing Solutions
Labour minister Thulas Nxesi is proposing a draft code of practice in the workplace that will deal with sexual and racial harassment to name a few. The draft policy falls under the Employment Equity Act and is currently open for public comment
Guest: Thembi Chagonda – Commissioner at the Commission for Employment Equity
There was a dramatic turn of events playing out before the parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts. It points to the likelihood of factions within the board of Eskom. Interim board chairperson, Prof Malegapuru Mokgoba, sent a message to SCOPA chairperson excusing the board's attendance due to what he described as critical internal meeting. But, two board members who attended said they had no knowledge of such a meeting. Lulama Matya reports...
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LINK: Having listened to the disrespect shown by Eskom’s board and the reaction of the MP’s, is there hope that Eskom will one day things will come right at the utility?
Guest: Dr Bheki Mfeka – Development Economist and Director at SE Advisory. He is also former Project Manager Research for Presidential SOEs Review Committee Project
In our health talk today we look at skin conditions. Eczema, acne, shingles and vitiligo and some of the common conditions many people deal with.
GUEST: Dr Nomphelo Gantsho - Dermatologist FC Derm (SA) and Executive Committee Member: SA Society for Dermatological Surgery
This feature is brought to you by the Department of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation
Focus: On our weekly feature with the Department Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation we profile the board chairperson of the Rand Water Board looking at her being one of a few chairpersons in a male dominated sector…
Advocate Faith Hashatse - Board Chairperson of Rand Water Board
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Watching developments across our neighbor where Zimbabwean journalist Hopewell Chin’ono’s lead counsel Beatrice Mtetwa was refused entry to consult with him on Monday. Another development is that the Zimbabwean Magistrates’ Court has moved to disqualify Mtetwa from continuing as defence legal counsel for Chinono. Chinono has also been denied bail for the third time. Well, a long list of non-governmental organizations and individuals have signed a petition against the judgement by the court and to talk about this,
Guest: Muleya Mwananyanda - Amnesty International’s Deputy Director for Southern Africa
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has issued a stern warning to South African motorists who drink and drive - saying amendments to the law will bite them hard. The minister has called for a review of alcohol laws in light of crashes and arrests involving drunk drivers since South Africa entered level two of the lockdown. Mbalula says his department submitted the National Road Traffic Amendment Bill to Parliament and it will be signed in to law by December. Let’s listen to what he said yesterday…
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LINK: Let’s hear now from the people who are in the frontline of our roads as we welcome…
Guest: Adv Makhosini Msibi – CEO of the Road Traffic Management Corporation -
Victorian Guest House owner, Frederick Hendrik Coetzee has confirmed that he hosted former Minister Nomvula Mokonyane's 40th birthday party in 2003 and paid for by Bosasa. Coetzee was testifying at the State Capture Commission of Inquiry yesterday. Let’s listen to what Coetzee had to say… CLIP-COETZEE ANC-NWC Focus: Legally embattled former eThekwini Mayor, Zandile Gumede will top the discussion during a special ANC National Executive Committee meeting, scheduled to take place this weekend. The meeting comes on the heels of that of the National Working Committee this week. The NWC is not pleased with the ANC in Kwa-Zulu Natal deploying Gumede to the provincial legislature. This is what Jessie Duarte, ANC Deputy Secretary General had to say… CLIP-JESSIE LINK: Meanwhile, former mayoral committee member in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Andile Lungisa is calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa to be investigated. Let’s join the dotted lines with our political reporter…. Guest: Samkelo Maseko – SABC Political reporter
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
The Ad hoc committee on the Appointment of the Auditor General says it has finalised interviewing candidates for the position of the new Auditor General. The candidates were quizzed about how they are going to tackle rampant corruption, ensure quality reports as well as main the independence of the office. Kimi Makwetu the outgoing AG has managed to expose all manner of corruption especially in the municipalities. The difficult task about this is what sort of candidate can continue to carry on where he left off? Let’s speak now to the Ad hoc committee to find out what it is they are looking for in these candidates and also what their concerns are seeing that these are very big shoes to fill? How will they ensure that they get a fearless person?
Guest: Sisisi Tolashe – Chairperson of the Ad hoc committee on the Appointment of the Auditor General
Bryan asks a very interesting scary question this morning: Why are those South Africans who have retired, struggling, and how can they change this?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Independent schools are said to be appealing to government for COVID-19 relief funding. This they say is because many parents have not been paying school fees. Are they justified to be asking government for a bailout seeing that they are private?
Guest: Mandla Mthembu – Chairperson of the National Alliance of Independent Schools Association
The National Shelter Movement has written an open letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa, the Department of Women and The Department of Social Development calling on them to urgently address the underfunding of shelters. Many abused women take refuge at these shelters and to find out what sort of impact the lack of funding is having on them,
Guest: Advocate Bernadine Bachar – Director of the Saartjie Baartman Centre for Women and Children as well as chairperson of the Western Cape's Women's Shelter Movement
Guest: Tamara Mathebula-Chairperson Gender Commission
As the country is facing an energy crisis, researchers are coming up with alternative energy solutions. The Department of Science and Innovation, through its subsidiary, the South African National Energy Development Institute has endorsed the BabyTurtle project which aims to bring power to rural areas and informal traders. To tell us more on this, and also if I’m a person in the rural areas listening to this, what must I take from it?
Guest: Mmboneni Muofhe - Deputy Director-General: Technology Innovation in the Department of Science and Technology
Last week religious groups and various labour unions participated in an on-line rally against the looting of COVID-19 funds. The rally was organised by the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation. One of the issues that was raised was that of the protection of whistle-blowers. FEDUSA says that it wants to see more protection of those who blow the whistle against corruption. This is what Riefdah Ajam had to say… CLIP-FEDUSA LINK: You’ve heard what FEDUSA had to say, as far as you are concerned, are whistle-blowers protected by the law? Have you ever been victimised for exposing corruption in your organisation? While you get your thoughts ready for this discussion, let’s welcome…… Guest: Allison Tilley - Head of advocacy at the Open Democracy Advice Centre
We talk now to Business and Arts South Africa, they have launched the second leg of their Debut programme designed to provide information and skills development to emerging artists in all nine provinces. They are calling on artists to apply and to tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Boitumelo Motsoatsoe - Head of Programmes at Business and Arts South Africa
Last week Friday we received a call from Joe, a truck driver who gave us a glimpse about the dangers they face on the road. He describes some of the hardships on his daily journey for deliveries…..
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LINK: After hearing that call from Joe we thought to speak to the truck drivers about their experiences and the things they go through to meet their deadlines. When do they spend time with their families? How has the lockdown conditions affected them? So many of them call us while on the road even from neighbouring countries as they are listening to SAfm. So today we dedicate this session to them so that next time you drive next to a truck you show some respect.
Guest: Romeo – Truck driver (Regular caller)
Guest: Norman Mathebula – Truck driver (regular caller)
Today being World Entrepreneur Day we thought to look at the state of entrepreneurship in the country and ways to attract young people. How do we create the proper appetite and means for young people to not look forward to finding a job, but rather create jobs?
Guest: Tebogo Ditshego - CEO & Founder of Ditshego Media
You may have heard in the news how Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula said that the four suspended SANDF members who were allegedly involved in the Collins Khoza murder are facing criminal charges. Mapisa-Nqakula says the four following legal advice refused to participate in the Military Ombud's investigation. The minister says Khoza's partner, neighbours and tenants at the Khoza house, all participated in the Ombuds' investigation. The Minister now joins us on the line to give some clarity on the issue….
Guest: Defence Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula
Since the beginning of the lockdown, banks and other financial institutions gave their customers a payment holiday. Well those in the debt industry say that the cost of debt has shot into billions. This means you are being charged more interest. Is this fair practice though by these institutions and are we as consumers being cheated?
Guest: Benay Sager – Chief Operating Officer at DebtBusters
Since the lockdown was announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, many companies had their employees working from home. But for many this has not been a good balance having to deal with children and other factors at home. Our guest says: you are not working from home, you are working while being at home. Interesting way of looking at it, but what is the difference and how does one find the balance?
Guest: Anja van Beek - a Talent Strategist, Leadership Expert and Executive Coach
Stories around former mineworkers are always heart breaking as many of them are either injured or suffering from some type of respiratory disease which leaves them in poverty. Well there’s some light at the end of the tunnel for them following intervention from the South African National Energy Development Institute and the Mineworkers Development Agency. They have signed a Partnership Agreement that will see the organisations partnering to bring relief to the country’s former mineworkers and their communities in the wake of mine closures and the ever-growing prevalence of mining “ghost towns” and other poverty stricken areas.
Guest: David Mahuma – General Manager at the South African National Energy Development Institute
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula is today hosting a National Taxi Lekgotla, which his department says will focus on the formalisation and converting the taxi businesses into corporate entities. They are also going to discuss ways of ensuring compliance with the country’s tax and labour laws. How easy is this going to be seeing that the industry has been self-governing for so many years?
Guest: Alec Moemi – director-general in the transport department Phillip Taaibosch – president of the sa national taxi council
We speak now about people who are prostituted and the impact the Covid-19 had had on them. A survivor of this ordeal is giving us a picture of what goes on in this trade and how nobody enters willingly.
Guest: Silindile Xulu – Survivor of prostitution
Opposition parties in Kwazulu-Natal have slammed the ANC's decision to bring back Former eThekwini Mayor Zandile Gumede has been sworn in as the party’s MPL. The latest move comes despite Gumede's ongoing fraud and corruption case related to a multi-million rand waste removal tender scandal.
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Guest: Dr Snuki Zikalala – President of the ANC Veterans League
Let’s educate you now about the Office of the Family Advocate. It’s a specialist who assists parental parties to reach an agreement on disputes regarding care, contact, guardianship and maintenance of the child through mediation. As someone faced with these issues, what must you know?
Guest: Chief Family Advocate and Central Authority, Advocate Petunia Seabi-Mathope
That time now to look at health issues and today we focus on one of those important but painful subjects: dental health. You all probably know that famous say “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Well let’s start off by asking the doctor how often we should visit the dentist….
GUEST: Dr Gys de Necker – General dentist in private practice for the past 35 years with special interest in aesthetic dentistry
Today we kick off a new feature brought to you by the Department of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation. We start off by talking to them about the Department's priorities for the year as reflected in the Minister's Budget Vote as we welcome..
Guest: William Jiyane Deputy Director General Human Settlements
Zibuza.net conducted a survey with teachers from both private and public sectors which revealed how widening the gap is getting between the two especially under the current lockdown. What they’ve also found out from the teachers from both sides is that they are deeply concerned about the long-term effects of school closures on the country’s learners. As you may remember how many times we spoke to experts on this issue with no concrete solutions,
Guest: Malcolm Mooi - Founder of Zibuza.ne
Government's policy on official as well as state funerals is being reviewed. This follows exorbitant amounts of money awarded through tenders for the funeral of some of the high profile individuals. The latest funeral was that of former Rivonia Treason Trialist Andrew Mlangeni where prices were allegedly also inflated. The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Patricia De Lille says government also wants to cap the amount of money spent on these funerals. De Lille was briefing MP’s where she said that it's sad that the names of former struggle stalwarts are being dragged into the issue…
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Guest: Nolitha Ntobongwana - Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Public Works
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers. Also keep your voice notes short and to the point…..
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
For the past few years we’ve been hearing reports of growing insurgency in the north part of Mozambique. The group behind the attacks are said to be aligned to the Islamic State and have seized a key port in gas-rich northern part of the country last week on after days of fighting.
Guest: Ringisai Chikohomero – Researcher at the Institute for Security Studies, Pretoria
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma put her stamp of approval to the nation yesterday on the newly gazetted lockdown Level 2 regulations. Beaches and public parks; museums, galleries and libraries, inter-provincial travel and gyms to name a few are open. Let’s listen to a little bit of what she had say….
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LINK: We hear now from the tourism sector that is one that was hardest hit to find out how they welcome the news and also how badly affected they were by the restrictions….
Guest: Tshifhiwa Tshivengwa – CEO of the Business Tourism Council
Those in the financial space say that South Africa has a large number of economically active women. The other point being made is that many of them run single-headed households. But can we expect them to and execute their wills? Do they think about drafting a will especially when they have children?
Guest: Matlhodi Leteane – Head of Operations at FNB Fiduciary
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs says it is investing in the cannabis industry to boost the province’s economy. MEC Dube-Ncube says that they are helping communities to get licensing to cultivate the product and that they are working with other government departments to get access to land, fencing and testing. Looking at the fact that the problem has always been around the illegal trade around the herb, how are they going to manage it and what about the criminal element?
Guest: Nomusa Dube-Ncube – KZN’s MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs
At the back of the commemoration of the Marikana massacre where 34 mineworkers were shot and killed by police for demanding decent living conditions. The arguments differ on what led to the confrontation, but the fact is that those men were standing up for a decent working wage for which they could better the conditions and lives of their families. So today we take a look at communities that are situated in mining areas. The idea is to look at the challenges they face and the type of relationships that exist between them and mining houses. What benefits are there for these communities and do we maybe need to relook at mining contracts in the country in such a way that the conditions would include direct benefits for those communities?
Guest: John Capel - Executive Director of the Bench Marks Foundation
Guest: Nonhle Mbuthuma – Spokesperson for the Amadiba Crisis Committee – (They are currently fighting off mining companies wanting to mine in their area. Very opposed to mining activities warning of environmental issues)
Guest: Mathapelo Thobejane – Longtime mining community activist in Limpopo and the Bench Mark’s Foundation’s monitor on the ground
Guest: Mangaliso Sambo - General Secretary of the South African Destitute Ex-Miners Forum (Still to confirm)
The country’s move to level 2 of the lockdown has been widely welcomed especially by those worried about the state of the economy. As of midnight several restrictions will be lifted. Family and social visits, inter-provincial travel and the sale of alcohol and tobacco products will be allowed. But it is the lifting of the ban on alcohol that got some people worried. The National Liquor Traders Council says it will ensure the alcohol sector trades responsibly and in line with all COVID19 protocols. This is how the Council's Lucky Ntimane responded….
LINK: Doctors in particular are worried about the second pick and the impact alcohol abuse may have on it. Guest: Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa – National Vice-Chairman of the South African Medical Association
Americans are said to have welcomed Senator Kamala Harris as a potential vice-president. She was picked by Joe Biden who is the Democrats presidential candidate as his partner in the presidential race. Harris became the second black female US senator in that country’s history and now the first black woman to be deputy president.
Guest: Dr Dinesh Sharma - Director & Chief Research Officer Steam Works Studio (Also author of Barack Obama in Hawai'i and Indonesia)
The health department in Gauteng says it is concerned by the high number of newborn babies being abandoned in the province’s hospitals. The department says since the start of the year, 118 were abandoned in the various hospitals. Let’s try to understand what some of the reasons could be behind this as we welcome…
Guest: Nadene Graham - Operations Director at Door of Hope
The KwaZulu-Natal government says that it will subject its MECs and senior civil servants to a lifestyle audit. If you may remember, Gauteng and the Eastern Cape are also taking the same step. What should we read into this? Are politicians in the ruling party trying to redeem themselves? Is this a step in the right direction?
Guest: Dr. Ralph Mathekga – Political Analyst
Since the Lockdown was announced in March this year, many businesses had to shut down as they could not stay afloat even after the restrictions were partially lifted. One of the institutions that had to deal with retrenchment cases is the CCMA. WE talk to them this morning to get a sense of the impact this is having on their operations…
Guest: Marius Kotze - National Senior Commissioner: Dispute Resolution at the CCMA
We have been talking so much about the corruption in both government and the private sector that has become a cancer in our country. Today we thought to look at the role played by audit firms. If you look at some of the commissions set up to probe corruption, you will hear names of some of the big audit firms that are implicated. What has this done for the reputation of audit firms in general and what is their code of ethics?
Guest: Heemal Bhaga-Muljee - National Head of Audit at BDO
An interesting finding by Business Partners Limited is that female-owned businesses also present a lower statistical risk for business financiers. Not sure if men will agree with this? How did they come to this conclusion and what is it about women that makes them less of a risk to financiers compared to men?
Guest: Janeesha Perumal - Area Manager at Business Partners Limited
Don’t you just hate it when you have to stand in a long queue outside a shop during the current lockdown situation? Shops and malls have to monitor how many people are inside to make sure that regulations are adhered to. Well now you can download an app called the Lockdown Bozza aims to help curb the spread of Covid-19 in communities by providing families with the data they need to make informed decisions about when and where they choose to do their regular shopping.
Guest: Ahren Posthumus - Co-Founder Lockdown Bozza
Cervical cancer is said to be the leading cause of cancer deaths among women in South Africa. One of the primary underlying causes doctors point to is the Human Papilloma Virus which they say is the most common sexually transmitted infection. To educate us more on this and also what it is women can do to prevent it, we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: Dr. Tracey Adams - Oncologist/ Gynecologist at Groote Schuur Hospital
Let’s talk now about a book written by Dr Iain Edwards and Prof Marc Epprecht which brings a scholarly narrative of same-sex working class African men. The book traces the history of violence against the LGBTIQ+ community especially in our country. To look at this issue and some of the revelations in the book and also look at what we could attribute the violence to, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Iain Edwards – Lead author and independent historian
Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu yesterday (Tuesday) extended the payment of some social grants that have expired or will lapse in the coming months. The minister went on to say that SASSA must explain and give reasons to people who don’t qualify. As you may know how many people call our programme wanting to know why they don’t qualify, so this morning we get an explanation from the department as to what the extension means as we welcome….
Guest: Paseka Letsatsi - SASSA Spokesperson
The ANC's Gauteng provincial secretary Jacob Khawe yesterday (Tuesday) said that the decision by Merafong mayor Maphefo Mogale-Lestie and Member of Parliament Boyce Maneli to appeal an order for them to resign is ill-disciplined and "un-ANC" like. On Sunday the PEC decided to adopt recommendations made by its integrity committee for the two to step down for the VBS scandal. Again yesterday the Gauteng Integrity Committee started its investigations into allegations against Presidential spokesperson Khusela Diko, Gauteng Health MEC Bandile Masuku and his wife, Loyiso Masuku. The big question asked by analysts is whether the Integrity Committee can be taken seriously?
Guest: Professor Lesiba Teffo- Political Analyst at UNISA
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
The ANC has in recent days come under serious criticism for corruption issues. The party itself has acknowledged that the rot has tarnished its image so much that the country has lost faith in them. On the northern side of our border, Zanu-PF is facing hit of its own from Zimbabweans themselves. The very same Zimbabweans who welcomed the fall of the late president Robert Mugabe and embraced Emerson Mnangagwa as a breath of fresh air and hope for change. But unfortunately it is not so. What is it that brings down liberation movements in Africa? Where do they go wrong? Is it greed maybe or hunger for power?
Guest: Izak Khomo – African political commentator and former presenter of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa Guest: Professor Roger Southall- Author of Liberation Movements in Power: Party and State in Southern Africa
This morning Bryan looks at Women and Money. Why is it important to zoom into it?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The DA has rejected the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa that 40% of government procurement contracts would be set aside for businesses owned by women. The party is pushing more that government procurement contracts should be awarded on merit. Do they have a point?
Guest: Natasha Mazzone - DA chief whip in parliament
South Africa is really not doing well when it comes to mathematics and science. Universities are concerned at the decline in numbers for maths and science. Our guest this morning says that she dreams of a day when she will see an African child appreciating and relating to the science underpinning everyday life, and hopes to be remembered as an African woman dedicated to science. Dr. Bongiwe Mshengu now joins us on the line…
Guest: Dr Bongiwe Mshengu – Chemistry Lecturer in the Science Access Programme at UKZN
The National Youth Development Agency has been grooming many businesses run by young people in the country. This morning we focus on a business run by a young lady called Nqotrends. It’s a mobile carwash business and to tell us more about it,
Guest: Nqobile Rathebe – Owner of Nqotrends
This morning we speak to women in leadership positions about closing the gender gap. Every Women’s Month we ask the same questions over and over. But still there continues to be a gap especially in economic participation and empowerment. How can women in leadership positions help to close the gender gap and empower each other regardless of levels?
Link: Let’s listen to this sound clip from Videsha Proothveerajh who is the CEO of global risk solutions firm Lexis Nexis talking about the prejudice faced by women in leadership positions….
Guest: Lamona Rajah Diversity and Inclusion leader at Cummins
LINK: Let’s speak now about to business about their involvement and also ponder on why it is that we don’t hear a lot of personal accounts of gender-based violence from high profile women in business as we welcome…. Guest: Sindiswa Mzamo - President, Circle of Global Business Women
This morning we thought to spend the next hour remembering and thanking those who are in the forefront of protecting all of us against the Covid-19 pandemic. Those who spend very little time at with their loved ones. Doctors, nurses, police officers and journalists who risk everything to get you the story….
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Guest: Criselda Lewis – SABC TV journalist
Guest: Yandisa Zongula – Professional Nurse at the general ICU ward at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital
Guest: Sergeant Malose Bhambo
Let’s tell you now about the Fat Cats Athletic Club. They are an NPO which is professionally managed by their CSI Committee made up of 15 volunteers. They are people who enjoy giving their time and professional skills and experience to charity work. They have done a lot over the years and this time around they are hosting a FREE Virtual 10km/5km Race and to tell us more about their initiatives,
Guest: Lesego Godana Modisakeng – Chairperson of the Fat Cats Athletic Club CSI Committee
The Human Sciences Research Council’s (HSRC) BRICS Research Centre in collaboration with the Academy of Contemporary China and World Studies and the AUDA-NEPAD yesterday held a virtual symposium on impact of China’s Belt and Road Initiative on the African Continental Free Trade Area’s infrastructure development during the Covid-19 pandemic. One of the points that was emphasized was that it is very urgent for African economies to bolster regional economic integration initiatives to ensure a more efficient intra-African trade in the future. When it comes to Africa, political will and leadership are always in the way, this time around, will they listen to what the academics are saying? Guest: Dr. Vuyo Mjimba, Chief Research Specialist in the Africa Institute of South Africa program in the Human Sciences Research Council
More and more people are talking about how companies are urging them to take a salary cut or face retrenchments. But then this puts a worker in a very difficult position. One could argue that half is better than nothing, but is it lawful?
Guest: Natasha Moni - Attorney and Director at Moni Attorneys Incorporated
One of the parties that has really shaken the country’s political landscape since its inception is no doubt the EFF. Some would joke that since the EFF entered parliament, the elderly no longer sleep. And also parliament got younger as other parties had to also send it their young people. Anyway, we’ve invited the EFF this morning to talk about their 7 years of existence and the journey the party has travelled.
Guest: Omphile Maotwe – EFF’s Treasurer-general
The big question is why are African leaders silent on Zimbabwe even though images of people being bitten are flashed across the globe? What must happen for African bodies like SADC and the AU to say something? Is there anything Zimbabweans can do to change the system? Also were we correct to think that Mnangagwa would be better than the late Robert Mugabe?
Guest: Dr David Monyae – International relations and foreign policy expert as well as Co-Director of the UJ Confucius Institute
Since the outbreak of incidents of gender-based violence that dominated the media, men have been called upon to do something in order to put an end to the scourge. So they have come up with a campaign called ‘My Enough is Enough’ which seeks to evoke a sense of accountability in all men –so as to recognize and concede that all men are guilty in one way or the other and that it’s now up to every man to own the process of recovery and ensure that through conversations and other initiatives, men are at the forefront of fighting gender-based violence.
Guest: Mbuso Khoza – Vocalist and songwriter
The World Health Organization says that people living with diabetes are twice as likely as the average person to develop severe complications due to covid-19. One in ten COVID-19 patients with diabetes dies within seven days of hospital admission. What are some of the reasons for this and if you are a person with diabetes, what must you do?
GUEST: Omy Naidoo – Dietician at Diet-SA (Has a strong focus on diabetes and can answer all diabetes related questions)
Law enforcement agencies and the National Consumer Commission (NCC) say they will continue to probe and investigate other pyramid schemes in the country. Law enforcement agencies this week put brakes on Up Money - a pyramid scheme that embezzled thousands of Rands from unsuspecting consumers. This led to the freezing of bank accounts and seizure of assets including three luxury motor vehicles of Up Money. Why do these pyramid schemes keep mushrooming? Is it our laws? And also what makes it so easy for people to fall for them?
Guest: Joseph Selolo-Director of Prosecutions at the National Consumer Commission
As the crippling effects of the Covid-19 pandemic are really starting to be felt, concerns are being raised about the high food prices especially for the poor. Some suggestions being made are that the country should come up with better food price controls. But will that help having seen how greedy retailers have become increasing food prices drastically since the lockdown?
Guest: Refiloe Joala – Researcher and PHD candidate at the Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies, at the University of the Western Cape
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Frightening reports coming out of Zimbabwe is that doctors in that country are painting a very bleak picture saying there’s a shortage of health workers as the number of coronavirus cases begin to rise. Dr Rashida Ferrand, an epidemiologist at the main public hospital in the capital Harare, says the shortage emanates from a strike in the sector and a shortage of personal protective equipment. The hospital has had to turn away coronavirus patients because it only has 30 beds for virus patients. There has also been a lot of arrests over the weekend of people protesting against issues of corruption.
Guest: Muleya Mwananyanda – Deputy Director for Amnesty International in Southern Africa
The difficulty about investing is that investors want instant gratification. Bryan helps us navigate the issue and gives concrete advice about investing…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
As you may have heard in the news how Cosatu is warning President Cyril Ramaphosa on the issue of taking action against corruption. There’s also been criticism of him trying to please everyone. This morning we thought to focus our minds on issues of leadership. If a leader takes action that may go against popular belief, then they are labeled a dictator. If they try to please everyone, then they are deemed to be soft. There’s also the problem of party loyalty vs the country. Let’s hear how former UN Secretary General, Kofi Annan defines leadership….
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LINK: Professor Zwelinzima Ndevu – Director at the School of Leadership and Performance Management at Stellenbosch University helps us understand what defines a good leader?
Guest: Professor Zwelinzima Ndevu – Director at the School of Leadership and Performance Management at Stellenbosch University
The wife of a former Cabinet minister is expected to appear in the Hatfield Magistrates' court this morning in connection with alleged assault and malicious damage to property. The 40-year old woman was arrested by the Hawks on Friday at the couple's home in Waterkloof. The wife had spent the night in the holding cells at Brooklyn police station before being released on bail of five-thousand rand on Saturday. It’s alleged she damaged an expensive four by four vehicle that her husband had been using after borrowing it from a friend.
Guest: Buti
Many residents are not happy with a new policy that will allow government to put up 5G towers on private resident property. Minister of Communication, Stella Ndabeni-Abrams gazetted the policy recently. Some residents have started mobilizing against this new policy as they fear issues like radiation and so on.
Guest: Nomvuiso Batyi - Director-General In the Department of Communications
As we enter Women's Month, we are greeted by news that Inanda in Kwa Zulu Natal has become the country's rape capital fourth year running. What is it about this community for it to record the highest number of rapes for so many years? Also what should we read into this seeing that our country is battling the scourge of rape and gender-based violence?
Guest: Ngaa Murombezi – Advocacy Manager at Women and Men against Child abuse
Limpopo's government has handed over 40 shacks worth over 2- million-rand to hostel dwellers at Talana outside Tzaneen. They are the first phase of the department's 15-million-rand Covid-19 temporary accommodation relief. This move has upset many who feel that the money used was too much for shacks which does not deal with the real problem of housing in that province.
Guest: Basikopo Makamu - MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs
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The SABC will tomorrow (Saturday) mark 84 years since it was established in 1936. One of the interesting things about the SABC is that it an institution that touched many of our lives one way or the other. Be it radio or TV. Let’s talk about some of the milestones of the institution as we welcome…
Guest: Nada Wotshela - Group Executive for Radio
Many of those who are fortunate enough to have jobs are encouraged to take leave during the lockdown period. Health experts are pointing out that many employees are stressing and used to a system where they save leave days for December and Easter. But this year, there was no Easter Weekend. How important is taking time off for workers and how does it help?
Guest: Alison Hallett, the founder of Work Mind Matters and a qualified occupational therapist
With just a day to go into August, the Office of the Premier in KwaZulu-Natal is today launching their Women's Month Campaign. The 2020 commemoration will focus on unfinished business of empowering women under the theme “Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights for an Equal Future”. To talk more on the KZN plans Women’s Month, we are joined on the line by Guest: Lenox Mabaso – Spokesperson for the KZN Office of the premier
Lawyers around the country are raising their frustration about the plight of crash victims trying to claim for the Road Accident Fund. The lockdown is said to have made things worse. Let’s speak now to a lawyer to get an understanding of the challenges faced by the victims also how this affecting them directly….
Guest: Kirstie Haslam - Partner at DSC Attorneys
But then how do we take control of our communities to by-pass the politicians? How do we take charge as citizens? Let’s talk now to someone who has led from the front and knows the possibilities around it as we welcome…
Guest: Dr. Trevor Ngwane – Senior Lecturer in the Department of Sociology and also President of the Sociological Association
Let’s talk about the arts now especially under the current lockdown situation. For people who love art festivals and so on, rehearsals are going on in a performance devised specifically for the Zoom app The Art of Facing Fear, which features artists from seven countries in Africa, South America, and Europe. It is a digital international collaboration conceived by Rodolfo García Vázquez and Ivam Cabral from acclaimed theatre company Os Satyros in São Paulo.
Guest: Napo Masheane – Cast member and co-producer of the production “The art of Facing Fear”
July is National Savings Month in South Africa, and Nedbank dedicates the month to encourage consumers to adopt or maintain a culture of saving. This is in aid of changing the narrative that South Africans have a poor savings culture and also encouraging consumers to adopt new/better financial habits. Even with a seemingly bleak backdrop, stokvel savings remain preferred savings vehicles for a large portion of the South African population. Let’s get a perspective from Nedbank on Stokvels as we welcome…
Guest: Sisandile Cikido: Nedbank’s Head of Retail Investments
Guest: Palesa Lengolo: Author of the book titled Stokvel how they can make your money work for you.
Yesterday when Andrew Mlangeni, the last remaining Rivonia Trialist was buried, even the president had to say something about the corruption that has plagued his government. Even the speakers raised their concerns about the Covid-19 corruption. Let’s hear what the President had to say….
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LINK: Having listened to those two sound clips from very senior members of the ruling party, what should we say? How can the Africa’s oldest liberation movement redeem itself from corruption? Is it too late to turn their image around?
Guest: Mcebisi Ndletyana-Professor of Politics at the University of Johannesburg
Last week we saw restaurant owners take to the street in protest against lockdown regulations on alcohol and the impact it has on their businesses. This time around an alcohol coalition made-up of the different industry associations launched a united movement called #SaveMyLivelihood, which they say aims to protect the wellbeing of one million people, across the entire industry’s value chain, from the catastrophic effects that a continued ban of alcohol sales has on South Africans.
Guest: Maryna Carlow from Wines of SA
The International Partnership for Microbicides, IPM has welcomed a positive opinion from the European Medicines Agency on a monthly vaginal ring for use by women of ages between eighteen and older in developing countries to reduce their risk of HIV infection. The vaginal ring is the first long-acting HIV prevention product and is designed to help address women's need for new methods given the persistently high rates of HIV they face, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
GUEST: Dr. Zeda Rosenberg – CEO of the International Partnership for Microbicides (USA)
Today being Tuesday, it’s time for our regular UIF feature where Tsiamo Molema addresses all your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
As the world concentrates on fighting the Covid-19 pandemic, health experts are reminding us of one of the African continents biggest challenges, Malaria. The infectious disease has plagued the continent for many years. One then wonders as to why this battle was never won and why it’s still a problem today?
Guest: Sherwin Charles – CEO and Co-founder of the Goodbye Malaria initiative
Today being the last Tuesday of the month it is always devoted to answering questions that have been submitted to Bryan during the month. He picks out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them on the last Tuesday of the month. Bryan is all yours as we open the lines to you
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The International Monetary Fund has granted South Africa an emergency coronavirus fund of four point three billion US dollar. This was announced last night after a meeting by the IMF’s board members. Just last week, the African Development Bank last week approved a 288 million US dollar loan to South Africa as part of its COVID-19 response facility while the New Development Bank approved a one billion US dollar loan as part of its COVID-19 Emergency Programme. When government first announced that they will be applying for the funding, the SACP was opposed to this move and to get their reaction on last night’s announcement, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Alex Mashilo – SACP spokesperson
When President Cyril Ramaphosa announced last week Thursday that schools will close for four week, SADTU’s general-secretary Mugwena Maluleke said that they were concerned that private schools would not be affected by the break. Private schools managed to continue teaching though other means. But then were they wrong for doing that? How do we address this issue of inequality and who do we blame for it? To help us navigate this subject, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Prof Nuraan Davids – Professor of philosophy of education in the faculty of Education at Stellenbosch University Guest: Buntu Joseph – Member of the Cosas National Task Team guest: ANDRE GAUM – COMMISSIONER AT THE SA HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION RESPONSIBLE FOR EDUCATION
The Eastern Cape department of education has defended the lease procurement option of the fifty-five thousand units of tablets for matric learners. The controversial tablets amounted to over four-hundred- million- rand. Although the idea of these tablets has been widely criticized, the department is adamant that they are vital for their target of an eighty percent pass rate. The department says leasing of these tablets, will ensure that learners are not left behind in this academic year.
Guest: Nandipha Tembo – Director: Asset Management in the Eastern Cape Department of Education
Gender and child rights activists have welcomed the provisional suspension of Ms K. Bodlani who was an acting regional magistrate at Umlazi, KwaZulu Natal. According to the Justice Department, the matter was referred to the Minister by the Magistrates’ Commission. A judicial quality assessment of Ms Bodlani’s work revealed serious irregularities and shortcomings, most notably that a number of her cases had to be sent on special review in terms of section 304(4) of the Criminal Procedure Act as several serious shortcomings and incompetent sentences were imposed by her. This highlights one of those questions we sometimes ask ourselves about some of the rulings by judges and magistrates. What should we read into this and should we be worried about our justice system? Guest: Kayan Leung - Policy Development & Advocacy Unit Manager at Sonke Gender Justice
Guest: Alison Tilley – Coordinator at Judges Matter
Guest: Prof Stephan Terblanche – Professor in the Department of Criminal and Procedural Law at UNISA
As you’ve heard earlier in the week that South African women's rights and sexual and reproductive health specialist Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng has been confirmed as a leading global expert on health by the Human Rights Council in Geneva. Dr Mofokeng now holds the title of Special Rapporteur on the Right of Everyone to the Enjoyment of the Highest Attainable Standard of Physical and Mental Health. She now joins us on the line to talk about her appointment and issues pertaining to women she will be championing under the UN….
Guest: Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng – Newly appointed United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Right of Everyone to the Enjoyment of the Highest Attainable Standard of Physical and Mental Health
Since the lockdown started health experts raised concerns about the mental health situation fearing that many could face anxiety and other mental ailments. Yesterday the South African Depression and Anxiety Group hosted a briefing where research showed that 28% of employees were experiencing constant high levels of both psychological and physical distress. To help us interpret this and also what it is we can do to overcome
Guest: Prof Christoffel Grobler – Psychiatrist
The health department in the Free State is concerned about the increase in the number of infections. The province is also facing serious challenges about recoveries. To find out what the situation is there and the kind of challenges they are facing, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Sammy Mokoena – Provincial Head of Covid-19 Surveillance Team in the Free State
Dr Justin Visagie and his fellow academics have penned an article highlighting the need to transform the informal housing sector. The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed the dangers faced by overcrowding in the informal communities and one of the raised points in the article is the lack of implementation of ideas by the ANC government. As far the academics are concerned, what is the best approach seeing that resettling informal communities has not solved anything over the years? Guest: Dr Justin Visagie - Research specialist in the department of Inclusive Economic Development at the Human Sciences Research Council
President Cyril Ramaphosa last night said that he has ordered the Special Investigating Unit to probe all government spending linked to the state of disaster declared over the coronavirus pandemic. The President made the announcement in a televised address to the nation.
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Guest: Kaizer Kganyago – Spokesperson for the Special Investigating Unit
Since the lockdown came into effect, concerns were more around the issue of education. As schools were also affected, the worry was about learners being left behind. Many schools then opted for virtual learning, something that is not very easy for both teachers and learners. This morning on our Labour Talk we speak to a teacher to find out what being in the classroom under these circumstances and having to transform into different forms of teaching is like…
Guest: Charmain Thokoane – Teacher at Nova Pioneer’s Paulshof campus
According to recent research findings from a survey conducted by First Insight, a world-leading customer-centric merchandising platform, fear around the short and long-tern effects of the pandemic is driving people to make financial decisions that aren’t in their best interest, with 54% of millennials saying that the coronavirus has significantly impacted their purchase decisions, and 63% of them stating that their biggest worry is their ability to continue paying their monthly bills. To help South Africans understand one of the main sources of peoples’ financial behaviour, in 2019, Nedbank introduced an online quiz which helped individuals discover their money archetypes and how these affect their relationships with money. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Nthabiseng Matshekga - Nedbank Executive Head: Group Marketing
One of South Africa’s financiers of small and medium enterprise, Retail Capital is excited about retaining their national BB+ credit rating. This they say has resulted in local and international investors looking at placing more funding with them. This then is good news for the SMME sector that desperately needs the funding. To explain this and why we the sector should be happy with it, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Guy Hosking – Chief Financial Officer at Retail Capital
For more than two months on this programme a day would never go by without a story about the Eastern Cape. Sadly it’s never good. We’ve managed to invite some of the leadership to answer questions with no satisfactory answers. Well today we speak to Karyn Maughan who wrote a feature in the Financial Mail summarizing corruption in the Eastern Cape. Karyn now joins us on the line to give some perspective on why this province in particular seems to be the worst when it comes to corruption…
Guest: Karyn Maughan – Legal journalist Business Day and Financial Mail
The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) has painted a grim picture of the sector. In a briefing earlier today the Council says the sector is on its knees as it tries to restore hope. Furthermore the council says government has run out of money to fund the industry. In April minister of tourism Mmamaloko Kubayi- Ngubane announced a Covid-19 Tourism relief fund of 200 Million Rands. The sector now says it is exploring its legal options against government to force it to operate fully. The industry is not fully operational and some sectors have been granted permission to operate. Amina Accram reports.. TOURISM-BUSINESS
LINK: Bret Gehren who is founder and CEO of Isibindi Lodge wrote a letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa pleading with him to open up the domestic leisure travel in the country. Bret now joins us on the line… Guest: Bret Gehren – Founder and CEO of Isibindi Lodge
Health experts say that self-testing could help in the early detection of testicular cancer. Dr Johan Mouton who is with the Urology Hospital Pretoria says that the treatment of testicular cancer is one of the “big success stories in modern medicine”.
GUEST: Dr. Johan Mouton - From the Urology Hospital Pretoria
10:05 ‘Yesterday we received a message from one of our callers saying school governing bodies in Tsakani, a township in the Eastrand have closed schools sighting concerns about possible Covid-19 infections. This then raises questions to the power given to school governing bodies. What is the department’s response to this and what is their understanding on the decision by governing body? Guest: Steve Mabona – Spokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Education
Yesterday, in honour of former South African president Kgalema Motlanthe, his foundation hosted a Virtual Dialogue. The main lecture was delivered by Dr Pali Lehohla. He spoke about how the Covid-19 pandemic has forced the world to embrace change. He further urged South Africa to demonstrate a quick response to the pandemic in a way that says this cannot be business as usual.
Guest: Kgalema Motlanthe - Former South African President
Today being Tuesday, we continue bringing you the UIF representative to field your questions and deal with your problems. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
South Africa is said to be lacking behind the USA and the UK in terms of anti-bribery and corporation compliance programmes. The other problem is the limitations to the regulatory framework required in terms administering compliance. These are just some of the points that came out of a webinar on Commissions of Inquiry into the private sector corruption. How then do we change this around?
Guest: Cameron Dunstan-Smith – Director in the Corporate Crime and Investigations Practice in the Johannesburg office of Herbert Smith Freehills
For the last two months Bryan has been fleshing out what goes into a financial plan. Today he zooms into how one selects a financial advisor and the relationship between you and your financial advisor. What should you two expect from each other?
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday the State Capture Commission Chaired by Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo heard testimony from former Environmental Affairs, Nomvula Mokonyane. Among other things, judge Zondo questioned why former Bosasa COO Angelo Agrizzi would go to great lengths to pretend that he was familiar with Mokonyane's home. Mokonyane was being questioned about alleged work done to her home by the company including the instalment of CCTV cameras and other security equipment..
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LINK: Seeing that one of the high profile politicians has given evidence at the commission, does it restore our confidence at the process? Does this mean we will finally see big names go down?
Guest: Karam Singh-Head of Legal and Investigation at Corruption Watch
We speak this morning to Professor Camaren Peter about his views in tracing the link between alcohol abuse and gender-based violence. He points back to our history of violence as a country. Also social inequality so many inherited over the years. How is all of this manifesting itself under the current Covid-19 pandemic and back to the issue of gender-based violence, what would he say if the biggest contributing factor?
Guest: Professor Camaren Peter – Executive Director at the Centre for Analytics and Behavioural Change at UCT
This morning we talk internationally acclaimed actor and playwright Dr John Kani. He does not need an introduction as he’s been on so many movies, dramas, stage and so on. The most recent was him playing the role of King T'Chaka in the Black Panther…… CLIP-KING T’CHAKA
LINK: This time around Wits University awarded him an honorary doctorate in literature in recognition of his contribution to the arts and social justice. Dr kani now joins us on the line… Guest: Dr John Kani - Internationally acclaimed actor and playwright
Still on the Mandela’s, tomorrow marks International Nelson Mandela Day. They day is about giving 67 minutes of your time in performing a good deed. When we give, do we do it to feel good or to lift someone up? Do we give to show off as many people record what they do and post it on social media? Does that qualify as cheerful giving? What is the art of giving and what should we understand about it? Let’s listen to what Madiba said about giving……
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Guest: Dr Imtiaz Sooliman – Founder of Gift of the Givers
As the funeral of South Africa's ambassador to Denmark Zindzi Mandela is currently in progress we thought to use this opportunity to talk about her and other women who took part in the country’s liberation struggle. The 59 year old daughter of former President Nelson Mandela and struggle stalwart Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, passed away at a Joburg hospital on Monday morning. In the following sound clip, she was talking to the SABC’s Foreign Desk Editor Sophie Mokoena during her mother’s funeral where she touched on what life was like with her mother when she was banished to Brandfort…..
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LINK: What was it like having to carry the Mandela name and grow up under a mother who is constantly harassed by the apartheid security forces? Sophie Mokoena SABC’s Foreign Desk Editor joins us on the line, not only to talk about Zindzi, but also the role played by women in the struggle against apartheid….
Guest: Sophie Mokoena - SABC’s Foreign Desk Editor
As we build up to the Topco Media 2020 Top Empowerment Virtual Conference on the 22 and 23 July, we speak to the various contributors. One of them is Nedbank which will be hosting a 90-minute session on Day 2 of the Top Empowerment Conference. They will be discussing the Future of Transformation and to tell us more on it,
Guest: Kershini Govender - Executive Head of Transformation and Strategy at Nedbank Limited
There’s no doubt that the Covid-19 pandemic has hit workers very hard. The evidence is starting to show as the middle class are losing jobs and with that possessions. The latest National Income Dynamics Study has revealed even more devastating news, this time about the impact on the household. One of the scariest revelations is that one in three income earners in February did not earn an income in April.
Guest: Dr Nic Spaull – Principal Investigator of the National Income Dynamics Study
Yesterday (Wed) marked the UN’s World Youth Skills Day and the focus was more on developing young people’s skills in the digital space. Interestingly, the day falls within the SAP Africa Code week, the largest digital literacy initiative on the continent. It was introduced by SAP, UNESCO and their partners in 2015. How successful has it been over the years and what exactly are they teaching to the youngsters?
Guest: Sunil Geness – Director of Government Relations and CSR Global Government Affairs at SAP
With July being Savings Month in South Africa, Nedbank would like to reiterate its position as an innovator in the financial services space. One way is through the solutions it has brought to market over the past 12 months. One of these solutions is the MyPocket savings offering – A hassle-free money management feature that enables consumers to start saving from as little as R1. It can be linked to any Nedbank transactional account. With up to 10 savings pockets, each dedicated to a specific savings goal, making it is easier to save. It is easy for consumers to get their money in and out of their account and they earn more interest than with a normal savings account. Let’s hear now from Nedbank…
Guest: Vanesha Palani - Nedbank Divisional Executive: Transactional Products
On our SMME feature today we zoom into a business that operates in the street known as Estratweni Mobile Foods. It’s a story of Thando "Space" Mavumengwana and Siphumeze "Blax" Ramncwana who borrowed R200 from the other’s sister to buy ingredients for muffins which they sold. Then came the Covid-19 setback, but they overcame it and today they supply private institutions and other entities. Guest: Thando Mavumengwana – Co-owner of Estratweni Mobile Foods
The Medical research Council says six to eight percent of all deaths in South Africa can be attributed to alcohol consumption. This is equal to 62-thousand deaths per year. The MRC was briefing the Health Portfolio Committee on the effects of alcohol on the health system. The MRC says trauma patients presenting to a health care facilities contribute to overcrowding and increase the risk of Covid-19 transmission.
Guest: Professor Charles Parry - Director of the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Research Unit at the South African Medical Research Council
As the country approaches Nelson Mandela to spread good deeds, many individuals and institutions are coming up with proactive initiatives due to the lockdown conditions. The Witkoppen Clinic is calling on citizens to donate R67 each towards their FRESH start programme, which they say aims to eliminate mother to child HIV transmission through medical support and education. Guest: Dagmar Kahn - Business Development Manager at Witkoppen Clinic
Calls are mounting for schools to close down ahead of the COVID-19 peak. Another teacher union, the National Teachers Union, NATU, and student body the Congress of South African Students, COSAS have reiterated the call they had made previously that schools shouldn't amid the pandemic except for the matric class of 2020. This comes after the South African Democratic Teachers Union, SADTU called for the closure of all schools until after the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thabile Mbhele reports…
GUEST: Bongiwe Mbinqo-Gigaba - Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Basic Education
many of us have faced load shedding these past few weeks with Eskom giving different reasons as to where the problem lies. As a country we’ve been through this many years and been given so many reasons, from Medupi power station, coal shortage, diesel for generators, sabotage, illegal connection burdening the grid and so on. Municipalities are also not paying their bills, independent power producers are also in the mix. Just so many issues affecting the utility and the energy sector. Let’s attempt to talk solutions with our guests as we welcome…
GUEST: Ntombifuthi Ntuli – CEO of the South African Wind Energy Association GUEST: Dr Bheki Mfeka – A Developmental Economist and Director at SE Advisory and former Project Manager: Research for Presidential SOEs Reviews Committee GUEST: Sikonathi Mantshantsha – Spokesperson for Eskom
The Eastern Cape Province has been under the spotlight for all the wrong reasons especially under the current Covid-19 pandemic. Just recently there was a huge issue regarding R10 million that was used to procure 100 scooters to help patients affected by the virus to get to hospital. The province is now has the third highest rate of infections.
Guest: Dr. Thobile Mbengashe - Eastern Cape health superintendent general
Today being Tuesday, we continue bringing you the UIF representative to field your questions and deal with your problems. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Topco Media will be hosting the 2020 Top Empowerment Virtual Conference on the 22 and 23 July. The main theme of the conference is “gearing South Africa towards an all-inclusive economy through transformation post COVID-19”. How do we achieve transformation goals amidst a global pandemic? That’s the question panelists will be answering and to tell us more on this, Guest: Ralf Fletscher – CEO of Topco Media
Over the last nine weeks Bryan has been dealing with ‘What are the cornerstones of a financial plan?’ Today he continues with a focus on the fourth pillar of the financial plan which is tax planning.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Over the weekend we were told that South Africa now ranks 10th in the world in terms of Covid-19 infections. This time around Oxfam says we are emerging as a hunger epicentre. Their report goes on to say that since the lockdown was instituted, unemployment and loss of income had deepened the country's food security crisis. What should we do as a country at the back of such a report and how bad is the situation on the ground?
Guest: Mthandazo Ndlovu - Oxfam SA’s governance and democracy manager
Last week, Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga said that she is surprised that parents are not rushing to register for home schooling. The minister says she expected that parents would take up this option, following the outrage against the decision to open schools. Thousands of learners have gone back to school and more are expected to do so at the end of the month. But, parents say home schooling is not viable and provincial departments have also not been helpful. Angela Bolowana reports...
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Guest: Chirani Meyer-Home-schooling veteran (she has three children in university who were home schooled and one which she is still home schooling)
Last week we saw some organisations in the trucking industry protesting against the employment of foreign nationals. In trying to appease the angry organizations, Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi wants to look at legislation that will somehow regulate the employment of foreign nationals not only in the trucking business, but other sectors as well. But now legally, what should he be worried about in finding the balance? Guest: Sean Jamieson – senior associate in cliffe dekker hofmeyr’s employment practice
Funeral parlours in the Eastern Cape are said to be struggling to cope with the influx of corpses as Covid-19 is hitting the province hard. Some parlour owners are reportedly appealing to premier Oscar Mabuyane to help alleviate the backlog. But they are faced with even more problems like traditional rituals families perform for their dead. Let’s use this opportunity now get an understanding of how bad the situation is and how they are dealing with the situation as we welcome… Guest: Vumile Tsuluka- Public Relations Officer for the SA Funeral Parlours Association in the Eastern Cape
The issue of racism especially in the workplace and organisations in general is one that many battle with. Some it seems so innocent to the person committing the trespass, but very hurting to the recipient. Examples are too many to write down, but things like assuming that a black customer automatically works in that shop, or the assumption that a black manager must have a white person above them. Well our guest has seen it all and helps organisations to beat this type of thing out and embrace diversity. How does she do it?
Guest: Theresa Oakley-Smith – Managing Director of Diversi-T
Earlier in the week we hosted a discussion about the state of early childhood development where we featured the different role players including a government representative. One common problem they were pointing to about the problems they were facing was the lack of efficient communications from government….
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LINK: As you’ve heard some of the views from that sound clip, we then ask where is government going wrong on the issue of communication especially under the current Covid-19 pandemic?
Guest: Matshediso Setai - md mmutla communication services and developmental communications specialist
Yesterday Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize admitted that medical scooters in the Eastern Cape which cost the taxpayer R10 million – did not meet the basic criteria for patient transport as an ambulance. Dr Mkhize was answering a written Parliamentary question from DA MP Siviwe Gwarube. Interesting, earlier in the week the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) says it's in a process of finalising a National COVID-19 proclamation to investigate all transactions made with regards to the 500- billion rand relief fund.
Guest: Kaizer Kganyago – Spokesperson for the Special Investigation Unit
The SA Bone Marrow Registry is calling for on local donors to come forward. The registry has seen a drop in donor support since the start of the pandemic. Those with blood disorders and in need of stem cell transplants are in great danger. To educate us more on this why it’s important for donors to come forward, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Jane Ward - Harvest Coordinator at South African Bone Marrow Registry
The emergence of Covid-19 and lockdown regulations have exposed the great need for skills upgrade in the workplace. The 4th Industrial Revolution is here and many are going to find themselves left out. All sectors of the economy have to adjust and upskill quickly. Executives and decision makers need to be convinced that the 4IR is here and digital transformation needs to happen now. But where do we start as a country?
Guest: Dr Janet Munakamwe – Seniour Labour Researcher and author
There’s no doubt that almost all industries have been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. We’ve been bringing you so many developments around the subject for almost half the year since the outbreak. But now we as the media are now becoming victims of pandemic ourselves. Media24 announcing the closure of some of their publications shook the already battling industry. Media Monitoring Africa's William Bird yesterday described the announcement as a sad day for media diversity in the country.
Guest: William Bird – Executive Director at Media Monitoring Africa
The world is currently going through a crisis, and what adds to peoples’ sense of panic and uncertainty is the fact that no one knows when the economy will fully recover. Some experts have even predicted that the country will be in some sort of locked down state until 2021. The environment continues to become challenging while people’s income has been partially or fully impacted. And at the same time some basic necessities are becoming expensive e.g. the petrol price increases. According to report from research firm Kantar entitled “Navigating Growth in a COVID-19 World”, 83% of South Africans are hugely concerned about the global economic situation, compared to the 79.5% global average, and 82% of household incomes have already, or are expected to be, impacted. What is the advice from Nedbank?
Guest: Sisandile Cikido
Ever since President Cyril Ramaphosa announced relief funds for the business sector, all we’ve hear was complaints from the SMME sector about the difficulties they faced in accessing the funds. We thought to invite experts in the field who are pointing out not only the need for the funds but where the problems lie and what happened to some of the business in this process and to give us an idea,
Guest: Samantha Pokroy - CEO of private equity firm, Sanari Capital
Yesterday many of you were horrified after a 12-year-old grade 7 learner was turned away because she was not wearing a mask. She was then raped on her way home to fetch the mask. Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga yesterday reacted with anger at the incident. But then let’s use this opportunity to find out where the responsibility of schools start and end under the current Covid-19 laws. Who is supposed to provide the masks and what is the role of the parent in all of this?
Guest: Elijah Mhlanga – Spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education
On our health feature today, we get to understand all things about allergies. What are they and how and when does one know if they have an allergy? Also with children, how easy is it to notice if a child is allergic to something? What happens to an allergy if it is not treated? Can one die from it? Well to answer our questions, we are joined on the line by….
GUEST: Dr Adrian Morris of the Cape Town and Joburg Allergy Clinic specializing in adult and children’s allergies
Those who are involved in the Early Childhood Development sector are painting a heart breaking picture of the impact the lockdown has been having on them. In most cases it is the poor who suffered the most as many depend on them for food. Workers and owners are hit hard as parents have not been paying. On Monday the Gauteng High Court ruled in favour of early childhood development centres reopening immediately. Let’s use this opportunity now to discuss the effects and importance of childhood development centres and the role they play in the country…
Guest: Conny Nxumalo – Deputy Director General: welfare Services
GUEST: Shirley van Vicht – Director of Bethany Educare
GUEST: Professor Eric Atmore - Founding director of the Centre for Early Childhood Development
GUEST: Terry Bell – Labour Analyst and columnist
The South African Commercial, Catering and Allied Workers Union (SACCAWU) says it has received a notice of intent to retrench workers at Game stores across the country. The Massmart Group has announced it plans to retrench one-thounsand-800 employees. Earlier in the day Media24 announced that it is considering closing five magazines and two newspapers as well as out-sourcing and reducing the frequency of its remaining monthly magazines which could leave Five-hundred-and-ten people unemployed. In Limpopo, more than 50 people have been laid off as Anglo Platinum's Twickenham mine closed some operations at its Mopetsi camp outside Burgersfort. These three announcements happened in one day adding to the high unemployment rate. Do these companies have a choice, if yes, what is a workable solution? Guest: Advocate Tertius Wessels – Labour Specialist and Legal Director at Strata-g Labour Solutions
Today being Tuesday, we continue bringing you the UIF representative to field your questions and deal with your problems. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Information has been circulating around the country about a planned truck driver strike all trucking companies to remove non-South African drivers and replace them with local drivers. So far the transport department has not said a word and didn’t answer calls from our producer or text messages. Let’s find out now what the issues are as we welcome…. Guest: Siphesihle Mutwa – General Secretary of National Truck Drivers Foundation (They are in support of the strike) Guest: Denis Juru – Chairperson of the International Truck Drivers Union (Their interests are to protect foreign truck drivers
Over the last eight weeks Bryan has been dealing with ‘What are the cornerstones of a financial plan?’ This morning he deals with the third principle, which is, Investment Planning….
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
For a few months since the lockdown we have been receiving videos, text and audio messages from those in jail about the harsh conditions they are facing. They complain about overcrowding and prison officials not taking care of them. They’ve also sent pictures of injures prisoners painting a very gloomy picture. Also calling on officials to allow visitations from family members. Let’s hear now from the Department of Correctional Services about the situation in our jails and whether these allegations are true. Also what is the situation regarding visitation and protective gear for officials.
Guest: Singabakho Nxumalo – Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services
Veteran South African Actress, Mary Twala- Mhlongo, has been described as a legend - someone who was good at her craft, with a great sense of humour. Twala- Mhlongo - who was 80 - passed away at the Park Lane Hospital in Johannesburg on Saturday. She had an extensive career in film and TV, and was recently awarded The Order of Ikhamanga in Silver by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Pearl Magubane filed this report…
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LINK: We speak now with someone who does not need much of an introduction, someone who has worked with her and many others in the field….
Guest: Duma ka Ndlovu – TV producer, Filmmaker, poet, playwright
The Fair-Trade Independent Tobacco Association is continuing its fight through the courts to force government to lift the ban on the sale of cigarettes. They have applied for leave to appeal the ruling of the Pretoria High Court. Last month the court dismissed the association's application to have the ban on the sale of cigarettes and tobacco products during the lockdown period lifted. The other problem is that illegal cigarettes is being sold underground. On the other police officers are arrested for reselling confiscated cigarettes. We have also seen over the years how top members of syndicates in the trade have been killed. The involvement of SARS officials and so on. Well, let’s get an inside on how this the trade operates and the role of the big companies in it as we welcome… Guest: Telita Snyckers – An illicit trade expert and author of Dirty Tobacco, Spies, lies and Mega Profits and also former SARS
The incident of Bulalani Qolani, the man who was thrown out of his shack naked got many people angry. The footage was widely circulated on social media and on news bulletins. The City of Cape Town felt justified as they say that piece of land is earmarked for a water project. This incident makes us question the practice of evictions under the lockdown. Was the city correct or should they have waited for things to normalise? Also how should we address the question of land invasion especially under the current setup? Guest: Chris Nissen – Commissioner for the Human Rights Commission in the Western Cape Guest: Vuyokazi Yokwe – Admitted attorney at the High Court
Guest: Mqapheli Bonono – Deputy President of Abahlali baseMjondolo –
Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga has acknowledged that since the Grade seven and 12 learners went back to school last month - there have been some unfortunate instances where learners, teachers and non-teaching staff have died of Covid-19 related illnesses. Eleven teachers, four non-teaching staff and three learners have died as a result of Covid-19. Motshekga was conducting an online media briefing from Pretoria. Grades six an11 learners will be going to school from today (Monday). So far there has been mixed reaction with some unions saying the schools are not ready. Let’s hear what the minister had to say yesterday…
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Guest: Allen Thompson – President of the National Teachers' Union (Not happy with extra grades being added.)
So many of us are feeling down and worried about developments taking place around us. People are losing jobs while the Covid-19 cases continue to rise. Politicians on the other hand are not making the situation better. How then are we expected to remain positive and hopeful? How does one channel your mind to see things differently? Well let’s pose this question to someone who deals with this subject on a daily bases. Not only a fitness guru, but also has the ability to make you want to jump out of bed and do something…
Guest: Warrior Ric (AK Ricardo Gressel) - Motivational speaker, and facilitator helping individuals and companies embrace change
So many people these days are buying gadgets for their children and all of them have their own reasons why they do that. Children then use these gadgets to access the internet. The scary thing is that 39% of South African parents don’t have an idea of their children are doing on the net. This is according to a Responsible Digital Parenting survey.
Guest: Andrey Sidenko – Lead web content analyst at Kaspersky
The Media24 Book Awards has been criticized severely for a lack of diversity. This after 2020 awards went to white authors. The breakdown is that the awards went to six white males and one white female. The 18 judges were made up of only two blacks. Why are we seeing this still 26 years into our democracy?
Guest: Fred Khumalo – Journalist and judge at the 2020 Media24 Book Awards
Guest: Pauli van Wyk - Journalist at Daily Maverick's Scorpio unit
Guest: Abdul Mogale – Treasurer at National Writers Association of South Africa
LINK: Let’s speak now to someone who has also recovered to get an understanding of what it’s like to go through such an experience. Her name is Morongwa Mokwena, someone who is said to be health conscious and exercises regularly. She is based at the SABC’s Cape Town office….
Guest: Morongwa Mokwena – SABC TV News Archivist based in Cape Town
As you’ve hear about the appointment of Nuclear physicist Professor Zeblon Vilakazi to the position of vice-chancellor and principal of Wits University with effect from January 1 2021, we thought to invite him for a chat on his appointment and the direction he will be steering the institution into. He is taking over from Prof Adam Habib who is leaving the university to head the School of Oriental and African Studies in London. Prof Vilakazi takes over the position at a time where universities are in the news for all the wrong reasons…. Guest: Professor Zeblon Vilakazi – Newly appointed vice-chancellor and principal of Wits University
Often when we hear about retrenchments and the unemployment stats, we look at the issue as a number and never put a face to it. Well this morning we hear directly from an affected employee about what it’s like to lose your job and the kind of mental battle one has to deal with
Guest: Kgalalelo – SAA employee
The township economy is often mentioned in political speeches during election time. Politicians talk so much about improving township economy with no real results. Well let’s talk now about an initiative by the Youth Employment Service called Masks4All. It is sold as a way that could show the way for township businesses to improve their quality and competitiveness to the point that they can tap not only into local corporate markets but more significantly, export markets. To tell explain how it works and the kind of assistance they give to these business, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Dr Tashmia Ismail-Saville - CEO of the Youth Employment Service
Yesterday the ANC’s Secretary-General Ace Magashule announced that the ANC is supporting the call to merge the country's national, provincial and local government elections. He was briefing the media on the outcomes of the NEC meeting held over the weekend. Magashule says that they will be engaging other parties on the issue. Let’s listen to what he had to say….
Guest: Terry Tselane - Executive Chairperson at the Institute of Election Management Services in Africa (He will speak more as a former IEC official about the practicality – We can do him for 5/10 minutes and release him)
Guest: Lulu White - Lulu White Election Management Consulting Agency of Africa (She will take it more on both practicalities and politics)
Auditor-General Kimi Makwetu has blamed municipalities’ failure to adhere to prescribed regulations for the increase in irregular and wasteful spending to 32 billion rand in the 2018/2019 financial year. This as an increase of 7-billion rand from the previous financial year. Only 20 of the country's 257 municipalities received clean audits, most of them in the Western Cape and Gauteng. Apart from the 32 billion rand in fruitless and wasteful expenditure, unauthorised spending exceeding the agreed budgets amounted to 11-point-nine-billion rand. Makwetu released his report in a virtual media briefing. To give us more insights into his report, Auditor-General Kimi Makwetu now joins us on the line..
Guest: Kimi Makwetu - Auditor-General
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Focus: Today is International Reggae Day, something very big to those who appreciate the genre. As you’ve heard just now from Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and our own Lucky Dube as to how they describe the genre. UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, has added reggae to its list of cultural institutions worthy of protection and preservation. What is it about this music that separates it from the rest and makes it stand out? To help us navigate this subject, we are joined on the line by……
Guest: Fikile Makhalemele – Promoter at Lioness Productions (She has been to Jamaica and can talk about reggae in that part of the world)
Guest: Ras James Mange - former Robben Island political prisoner (Can also touch on his use of reggae on the island)
On our health feature today, we talk all things about the ear. Many people suffer from ear infections which we don’t really take seriously. We expose our ears to so much, from dust, earphones, loud music and so on. How many of us really pay attention to how we should treat our ears? Things like infections, how seriously do we take them?
GUEST: Dr Makhosonke Maseko – Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist as well as a head and neck surgeon
Agriculture is one of those very important sectors in the world because it talks to food security. But now with the Covid-19 upon us, experts are worried about the sector and the sort of impact this may have. What should we be worried about the most? Guest: Rodney Managa – Researcher at Africa Institute of South Africa research programme in the Human Sciences Research Council (He is currently completing his PHD in Horticultural Sciences with the University of Pretoria
Today (Wed 1st July 2020), the Protection of Personal Information Act kicks in. This brings to an end the sale of personal information and warning to transgressors as those guilty face very heavy fines of up to R10-million. What is it we should know about this?
GUEST: Sizwe Snail kaMtuze- Attorney and part-time member of the Information Regulator
Judge Dennis Davis yesterday (Tuesday) criticised SAA’s business rescue practitioners for what he called “faffing around” for six months. This he said during an appeal against a labour court ruling in May ordering them to halt planned retrenchments at the airline. Earlier in the week the Department of Public Enterprises withdrew from the forum that was supposed to develop a new business plan for the airline. Where does this leave the employees? Let’s first hear from the acting Director General Guest: Irvin Jim – General Secretary of the National Union of Metalworkers
Today being Tuesday, we continue bringing you the UIF representative to field your questions and deal with your problems. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Malawi's new President Lazarus Chakwera has officially been sworn-in as the new President. He took his oath of office following victory in the rerun election on Tuesday, that's being seen as a democratic first in Sub-Saharan Africa. He defeated incumbent, Peter Mutharika with just over 58-percent of the vote. Regional electoral observer bodies from the African continent and beyond did not deploy their mission teams to oversee the elections due to travel restrictions. Since there were no observers, where does this put the credibility of the election and how do we gauge it? Guest: Advocate Sipho Mantula - RESEARCHER: THABO MBEKI AFRICAN SCHOOL ON PUBLIC AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
Today being the last Tuesday of the month Bryan devotes it to answering questions that have been submitted to him during the month. He picks out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them. Next week we will carry on with part 3 of the cornerstone of the financial plan. Part 1 and 2, namely estate planning, is available on podcast.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula addressed the media yesterday (Monday) on easing regulations for the aviation industry. He then made interesting comments saying flights could operate at 100% capacity – inviting as many passengers as possible on board – due to the fact that the filtration system on-board every aircraft has the capacity to “eat the virus”.
Guest: Lobang Thabantso – Acting senior Manager: Aircraft Airworthiness at CAA
Pressure continues to mount on the healthcare system in the Eastern Cape. This is due to the ever-rising number of positive Coronavirus cases in the province. Its healthcare system is under immense pressure as the number of high-care and ICU beds are increasingly in demand. The Eastern Cape has the second highest number of positive COVID-19 cases which stands at 23-thousand-658, with 384 fatalities. Mcebisi Ngqina reports.. EASTERN-CAPE-HEALTH Link: When the story broke on Friday, we did put in a request for the department, but until now they have still not responded.
Guest: Sandile Mpepho – NEHAWU’s Regional Chairperson in the Eastern Cape
We get reaction now from creative sector about President Cyril Ramaphosa’s decision to refer the Copyright Amendment Bill back to Parliament. The industry says that this move by the president could dash the future education and employment prospects of millions more young South Africans. What exactly are they worried about and what impact will it have on them?
Guest: Jack Devnarain – Chair of the South African Guild of Actors as well as a member of ReCreate
Every community is somehow finding itself faced with the problem of drug and alcohol abuse. In some areas it will be nyaope, while others would battle with tik and other drugs we may not know about as the names keep changing. Well to highlight the week, the Department of Social Development have partnered with the Central Drug Authority and other UN organisations to educate the public, and young people in particular, about the dangers and consequences of substance abuse for a drug-free South Africa. Is education enough though seeing what is happening on the ground?
Guest: Siza Magangoe - Chief Director: Substance Abuse in the Department of Social Development
Being a parent under the current Covid-19 is proving to be difficult especially now where schools are urging parents to sign indemnity forms to shift the responsibility of learners contracting the virus. Some lobby groups are saying parents should not sign. But then what must schools do? Parents are finding themselves in the middle also What are the legalities for the different sides? For a perspective on this,
Guest: Nape Masipa – COMMERCIAL LITIGATION ATTORNEY AT MAPONYA INCORPORATED
Experts are warning the public to be vigilant as criminals are taking advantage of the anxiety we are facing under the Covid-19 pandemic. Many have been affected by job losses and other social issues which present criminals with the opportunity to apply their trade. What is the most common act they go for and what should we be worried about the most?
Guest: Manie van Schalkwyk – Executive Director of the Southern African Fraud Prevention Service
Listening to what the stalwarts said, what has happened to the declarations made in the Freedom Charter by those who were in attendance and making the submissions which ended up becoming our constitution today?
Guest: Dr Joleen Steyn-Kotze – Senior Research Specialist: Democracy and Citizenship in the Developmental, Capable, Ethical State Research Programme in the Human Sciences Research Council
Let’s tell you now about the Colour Me crayons. They are the a brainchild of a Grade R teacher who says she realised that standard crayons don’t live up to the needs of a diverse classroom. So she came up with crayons that will reflect a child’s true colour and to tell us more on this,
Guest: Kylee Faure – Grade R teacher
The Department of Public Enterprises has urged Creditors, employees and other stakeholders of SAA to vote in support of the Business rescue Plan of the airline. In a statement the DPE says the approval of the Business Plan would help creditors and employees to be co -creators of the new airline. SAA BRP's have now scheduled the creditors meeting for today (Thursday) to vote on the business plan. A vote in favour of the plan by 75 percent of the voting interest would be required to carry the vote. Let’s look at what the different scenarios for the worker is and what each outcome would mean for them and how their packages would be affected depending on the outcome as we welcome…
Guest: Gareth Cremen - Specialist attorney
Since the Constitutional Court ruling on cannabis and its legal use, there has been a lot industries coming up with all sorts of solutions on how to put it to better use. This time around the first education platform dedicated to Cannabis training on the African continent has been launched this at a time when the industry is poised for rapid growth. The Cheeba Cannabis Academy’s first courses are in partnership with a US-based Cannabis online education platform Medical Marijuana 411, who are leaders in online medical marijuana education for patients, media professionals and dispensary consultants.
Guest: Trenton Birch -Cheeba Africa CEO and co-founder
As we slowly come out of the Covid-19 lockdown period and industries starting to operate, energy is again becoming the focus especially for business. Load shedding is still a problem especially now in wither. Well a Cape Town based energy company, IMPower has come up with solutions comprising of solar and energy storage technology for business and other entities. What new thing are they bringing to business under the current situation?
Guest: Gabriel Kroes - Head Engineer At IMPower Pty Ltd
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni says the tax revenue shortfall for the current financial year is projected at 300-billion rand and this can be attributed to the tax relief measures provided as a result of the Covid-19 and lockdown impact. Government forecasts an economic contraction of seven-point-two percent this year. Mboweni says the revenue shortfall also results from delays in tax collection of approximately 44-billion-rand…….
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Guest: Arnaaz Camay – Member of the SAICA National Tax Committee and an Executive at ENS Africa Tax Department
Today being Tuesday, we continue bringing you the UIF representative to field your questions and deal with your problems. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Tension is brewing in Libya as the UN-recognised Government of National Accord denounces Egypt's warning of military intervention in that country. They have labelled it as a "declaration of war". On Saturday, Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi warned that if pro-GNA forces advanced on the strategic city of Sirte, this could provoke a "direct" intervention by Cairo. Guest: Izak Khomo – Africa specialist at Channel Africa
The National Association of School Governing Bodies is said to be calling for the immediate closure of schools in the Eastern Cape, this after 204 learners test positive. This happened at Makaula Secondary School in KwaBhaca.
guest: Loyiso Pulumani-Spokesperson Education Department EC
South Africa's Unemployment rate is on the rise. According to the Quarterly Labour Survey released by Statistics South Africa yesterday, unemployment has increased to 30-point-1-percent in the first quarter of this year, from 29-point-1-percent in the fourth quarter of 2019. Stats SA data further indicates that the number of employed persons decreased by 38-thousand to 16-point-4-million, while the number of unemployed persons increased by 344-thousand to 7million in the first quarter of this year, compared to the fourth quarter last year. As the country is battling under the current lockdown situation, surely the next quarter is likely to be worse? But also looking at the trends, where is the country going wrong and why are we shedding so many jobs?
Guest: Resinga Maluleke - Statistician-General at StatsSA
President Cyril Ramaphosa is convinced that state-owned enterprises could play an integral role in driving the country’s economic recovery post-Covid-19. Our SEOs are not in the best of shapes and are often the ones that attract the attention of rating agencies. The president and Finance Minister Tito Mboweni are looking at a Zero-based budgeting approach.
Guest: Siya Biniza – Political Economist and Director at PESA (Political Economy Southern Africa)
We go now to Pietermaritzburg where An exchange of e-mails between State prosecutor - advocate Billy Downer - and KwaZulu-Natal Judge President - Achmat Jappie - is one of the issues former president Jacob Zuma's legal team may raise when he appears on corruption charges in the Pietermaritzburg High Court today. In the e-mails Downer proposed to Judge Jappie that Zuma's trial begin next year. Our reporter Vusi Makhosini is about to enter court as we cross to him briefly…..
Guest: Vusi Makhosini – SABC journalist in KZN
As we enter the different stages of the lockdown, building the economy is becoming a very serious matter not just for government, but the different countries around the world. Youth unemployment in particular is of serious concern. On the issue of youth unemployment, yesterday (Sunday) the Centre for Development and Enterprise released a report showing that bold reforms will be required. It also looks at some of the promises government has been making in dealing with this issue. As far as they are concerned, where are things going wrong and what solutions are needed? Guest: Ann Bernstein - Head of the Centre for Development and Enterprise
A high-profile research organisation, Indlulamithi, has found that young people in South Africa are hopeful about social cohesion and inclusive growth in the country. Indlulamithi is used frequently by government and private sector to assemble scenarios about how the country's future may unfold. The organisation presented its scenarios 2030 in Pretoria and to give us some insights on the outcomes,
Guest: Prof Somadoda Fikeni – Co-founder of Indlulamithi
This morning we speak to Professor Mcebisi Ndletyana about a number of issues pertaining to the ruling party. Government at the moment is facing a lot of criticism in how they are handling the lockdown. Corruption also regarding the distribution of food parcels. SOEs on the verge of collapse leading to job losses. Where does one even start and how far can we trace the problem of corruption?
Guest: Professor Mcebisi Ndletyana - Professor of politics at the University of Johannesburg
The families of the Cradock Four, former TRC Commissioner, Advocate Dumisa Ntsebeza, and the Pan African Bar Association of SA have welcomed the decision by the American Bar Association to cancel its earlier invitation to former President FW De Klerk to speak on racism and other matters. The last president of the apartheid government was to address the US association in a virtual meeting. But, this has drawn fierce criticism in the country. And, as our political correspondent, Ntebo Mokobo reports, this has long being coming...
NTSEBEZA-VS-DE KLERK
LINK: Advocate Dumisa Ntsebeza now joins us on the line to give us his reasons for opposing de Klerk….
Guest: Advocate Dumisa Ntsebeza – Former TRC Commissioner
Sunday being Father’s Day we thought to focus on men who are doing good. Interestingly, Nal’ibali has come up with a national reading-for-enjoyment campaign which will focus on fathers and father figures. It’s a way to show the powerful role men can play in their children’s lives, simply by reading and spending time with them. How will this help in strengthening the bond between fathers and their children? Also how important is it for fathers to get involved in this initiative?
Guest: Ben Rycroft - Head of communications at Nal'ibali
In the past few weeks we’ve been receiving messages from some of you who would like to know what happened to the land expropriation process. Also under the lockdown restrictions parliament is not sitting as normal. What happens to all the submissions from the different communities? Well, Dr Motshekga is here to answer all of these questions…
Guest: Dr Mathole Motshekga - Chairperson of the Parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee on Section 25 (Amending the Constitution)
As the lockdown continues, some NGOs are calling on government to increase the promised R350 social grant for those who are unemployed. But almost on a daily basis we are flooded with calls from listeners who say they are still waiting for the promised funds. If NGOs are asking government to increase the amount, the question then is whether the country can afford it and how sustainable is it?
Guest: Lynette Maart - National director at the Black Sash
Guest: Dr Azar Jammine - Chief economist at Econometrix
At the back of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech where he said that we as a country need to look at more drastic measures to curb the abuse of alcohol. Well a group of concerned South Africans have signed a petition calling on government to follow the advice of the World Health Organisation and implement those measures which have been shown to be effective in other countries.
Guest: Dr David Harrison - CEO of the DG Murray Trust and one of the signatories
Sadly there’s another case of a three-year-old who was stabbed and a body of a young woman was found near the Golden Highway and to talk about this, Guest: Dereleen James – Founder Yellow Ribbon Foundation
The Human Sciences Research Council yesterday (Wed) held a Youth Day webinar where they shared a proposed alternative model to the one announced by Higher Education Minister Dr Blade Nzimande. The group driving the discussion call themselves the Public Universities with a Public Conscience. If you’ve been following developments around the minister’s proposal, one of the difficulties was the on-line learning as some academics believed that it may not serve those who don’t have. Guest: Dr Fikile Vilakazi – Lecturer in Public Policy and Political Science at UKZN
We go down to the Free State at the Boitumelo Hospital in Kroonstad. Staff there are said to be protesting demanding that the hospital be shut down after several of their colleagues tested positive for Covid-19.
Guest: Lesego Mogorosi – Nehawu’s Branch Chairperson in Kroonstad
The lockdown restrictions have affected many industries around the country. Funerals in particular have changed drastically as government has put a limitation on the amount of people who should attend. For some, this may allow them to save money as people will be few and costs will be less.
Guest: Andrew
Last night President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the reopening of the beauty industry. He says that it was important for the government to reopen personal care services in an effort to empower the women who work in South Africa's hair salons, beauty shops, and spas. Guest: Mariska du Plessis - Northern Gauteng divisional manager at the Employers Organisation for Hairdressing, Cosmetology and Beauty
Since the lockdown started, many employees were allowed to work from home. Some reports suggest that productivity was high at the time, but lately it’s becoming problematic for employers to monitor those who are working from home. But, don’t despair if you are a business person who is battling with issues of accountability from your staff as someone came up with a working solution for you…
Guest: Oran Cohen - Founder of online people management platform called GWork
The National Director of Public Prosecutions advocate Shamila Batohi, yesterday welcomed raids at premises in Gauteng and Limpopo in connection with the looting at the VBS Mutual Bank between 2015 and 2018. The Hawks executed warrants of arrest for four of the eight suspects of which three are to hand themselves over to police soon. The 8th suspect is said to be in quarantine due to Covid-19 and will appear in court in due course. The suspects are facing 47 counts of various criminal offences and are expected to appear at the Palmridge Regional Court today. We go to Limpopo now where many of the victims are. Our reporter Rudzani Tshivhase has been covering the story since it broke and he is currently on his way to speak to other victims as he joins us on the line…. Guest: Rudzani Tshivhase – SABC journalist in Limpopo
The gruesome murders of women in our country has again highlighted the country’s problem of gender-based violence. We are all asking the same questions as to what drives these men to do such horrible acts to their partners? Why the brutality? Can we really put our finger on it? We’ve been speaking to lobbyists and other groups and this time around we would like to hear from government on the issue as we welcome…
Guest: Professor Hlengiwe Mkhize – Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities
As you may have heard comments by the uncle of Tshegofatso Pule, who was killed while eight months pregnant at the time. During the funeral Tumisang Katake saying he will no longer take cases where suspects are accused of gender-based violence. But then it raises questions of whether lawyers can refuse to take a case? Guest: Tumisang Katake – Practicing lawyer and uncle of Tshegofatso Pule
Guest: Advocate Anthea Platt - Deputy Chairperson of Legal Practice Council
As government is preparing to let us know what the next move is after level 3 of the lockdown. The term that’s doing the rounds is Advance Level 3 which many people especially the affected industries like beauty and hospitality as they are the hardest hit.
Guest: Wendy Alberts - CEO of the Restaurants Association of SA
The lockdown has made things worse for young people seeking jobs. Many of them are trying to either be self-employed or apply for jobs in the dwindling market. Where should we point our finger to in terms of the unemployment rate in the country? Is our economy strong enough to absorb youngsters? What about the qualifications they study for, are they marketable? Do they bring the desired skills required by the market? What is it they put on their CVs when applying for jobs?
GUEST: Mandla Lionel Isaacs-Political Economist and MD at Zehuti Advisory
GUEST: Sharon Chigede – Head of Recruitment at Lulaways (An employment agency for young people)
In the sound bite you’ve just heard from former president Nelson Mandela, he reminds young people of the selflessness of the youth of 1976 and calls on young people to soldier on. But looking at today’s situation on the ground, how should we describe the role played by young people in shaping society? The country is now gripped by issues of gender-based violence. Young women are being killed while young boys end up in jail. If those who passed on while fighting for the freedom of this country, if they had to look into today, what would they see?
Guest: Malaika Mahlase also known as Malaika wa Azania– Social activist
Guest: Busisiwe Deyi is a lecturer at the Department of Jurisprudence at the University of Pretoria and has worked with NGOs such as Gender DynamiX
Guest: Luyanda Thabe – 15-year-old student from the East Rand who was born in an informal settlement and recent moved to a RDP house – They are having a silent protest today to create awareness around the issue of young women killed by their partners
Let’s bring it to today and talk about young people and politics. How much of a role are they playing in shaping the history of the country? The emergence of the EFF, how has it helped in gearing up young people in playing more meaningful roles in the politics of this country?
Guest: Xolani Dube – Senior Researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development
Guest: Nompumelelo Runji-Political analyst as well as founder and CEO of the organization Critical Thinkar
Guest: Pearl Pillay – Managing Director of Youth lab
The Eastern Capes MEC for Economic Development Mlungisi Mvoko has reached out to one of the communities living with disabilities. Under the current lockdown many of them are said to be hardest hit. The MEC supplied the Thembalethu Deaf Project with a custom-repurposed container for their daily use. How did their plight come to his attention?
Guest: Mlungisi Mvoko – MEC for Economic Development in the Eastern Cape
Some labour federations and experts say in light of the impact of the Coronavirus, South Africa should consider having a 24/7 economy as a new normal. They say this will result in more shifts, less infections at the workplace and ultimately lead to the creation and saving of jobs and help spur growth. Generally labour unions are in favour of the idea… Guest: Zamikhaya Maseti – Political Economy Analyst
Saturday was international Albinism Day and we thought to put it on our agenda this morning as the stigma around them continues. In our country we are still seeing incidents of them either being killed for rituals or strange beliefs. Let’s talk now to someone of champion’s the issue and talk about why we are still seeing these incidents and how do we change the mindset?
Guest: Reality Theophilus –Social activist (She lives with albinism)
Two taxi associations based in Alexandra, north of Johannesburg, have threatened a total shutdown if there's no clear indication on when they will get the COVID-19 relief payment. On Friday A.T.A and Armsta taxi associations announced that taxi fare hikes were imminent and would be effective from the first of next month. The issue at heart is that of subsidies. What is the best way for government to go about it seeing it has been raised by the industry for so many years with no clear way forward? Guest: Darko Skrbinsek-Expert in public transport and he works the company Future of Transport Consulting.
Let’s tell you now about the Sibikwa Arts Centre, they are an NGO that keeps underprivileged children in the Eastrand. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, funds depleted. But this has not stopped them from giving hope to the children around their area. How have they been doing and what sort of service do they provide?
Guest: Phyllis Klotz - Artistic Director at Sibikwa Arts Centre
If you’ve been following the news you would have heard how many companies both big and small were forced to close. We always worry about the employee losing their jobs. Some business are operating even though they are making a loss. But then if you are a business owner, where do you start? What do you say to your employees? What are the legalities around this? Is it enough to just tell employees that you can’t pay them? Is it an acceptable reason?
Guest: Tony Healy – Labour Law Consultant at Tony Healy and Associates
The moment has finally arrived for the two Mikes to face each other on air to talk about issues that they don’t see eye to eye on. These are mostly on economics and politics. But what sparked the idea for the debate was the issue of the Cuban doctors. Guest: Mike Masina – (Mike in Middleburg)
Guest: Mike Clark – (Mike in Newlands)
The DA says residents of the City of Tshwane will continue to suffer irreparable harm while the legal battle for control of the capital city continues. Gauteng MEC for Co-operative Governance, Lebogang Maile, has filed an application to appeal yesterday's Pretoria High Court Judgment at the Supreme Court of Appeals. The high court ruled that the metro council could sit to elect a new mayor pending a constitutional court case. The Supreme Court appeal effectively prolongs the tenure of the administrator who was appointed by the ANC led provincial administration. What is at play here and how much of this can Tshwane residents take? This being the capital city, what sort of impact will it have on the ground and what does this mean for the political parties at the centre of the storm?
Guest: Proffessor Lesiba Teffo- Political Analyst at UNISA
The Constitutional Court has declared the Electoral Act unconstitutional - meaning independent candidates are allowed to contest for national and provincial elections without being a member of a political party. The case was brought by civil society organisation the New Nation Movement and others. They sought to have the Electoral Act declared unconstitutional as it did not make provision for individuals to be elected to the national and provincial legislatures outside of a party list. Judge Mbuyiseli Madlanga handed down the judgement…
The Constitutional Court has declared the Electoral Act unconstitutional - meaning independent candidates are allowed to contest for national and provincial elections without being a member of a political party. The case was brought by civil society organisation the New Nation Movement and others. They sought to have the Electoral Act declared unconstitutional as it did not make provision for individuals to be elected to the national and provincial legislatures outside of a party list. Judge Mbuyiseli Madlanga handed down the judgement…
The Constitutional Court has declared the Electoral Act unconstitutional - meaning independent candidates are allowed to contest for national and provincial elections without being a member of a political party. The case was brought by civil society organisation the New Nation Movement and others. They sought to have the Electoral Act declared unconstitutional as it did not make provision for individuals to be elected to the national and provincial legislatures outside of a party list. Judge Mbuyiseli Madlanga handed down the judgement…
As they country is slowly going back to normal level by level according to government’s stipulations, business is also looking at how to pick up the pieces. Investors are looking at where to put their money as the different sectors are doing their best to get back up. Property is one of the recommended investments that are seen as solid also helped by the drop in interest rates. But where is the best starting point when it comes to property?
Guest: Grant Smee - Property investor and entrepreneur
Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Maite Nkoana-Mashabane yesterday expressed shock at the brutal killing of Tshegofatso Pule, who went missing on 4 June 2020. Pule who was eight months pregnant was found stabbed and hanging from a tree in the veld. The big question is what possesses someone to do something like this and when are we going to stop seeing incidents like these in our country? What will it take?
Guest: Malaika
Men are said to increasingly prefer robotic surgery for prostate cancer. This reportedly has benefits such as faster recovery and a quicker return to normal activity. Apparently robotic surgery achieves improved cancer control, continence and potency. Guest: Dr Hugo van der Merwe – Urologist at the Urology Hospital in Pretoria
Higher Education Minister, Blade Nzimande has rejected as absurd an allegation by the DA that the National Student Financial Aid Scheme is going to write-off historic debt. Nzimande explained that the amount of one-point-nine-six-billion rand as referred to by the DA, amounted to irregular expenditure and was not counted as a loss to the fiscus. For clarity on yesterday’s briefing, we are joined on the line by… Guest: NSFAS administrator, Dr Randall Carolissen
We hear now from the student body as to what it is that stood out for them and the problems still faced by students on the ground as we welcome…. Guest: Misheck Mugabe - South African Union of Students
Today being Tuesday, we continue bringing you the UIF representative to field your questions and deal with your problems. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Tshiamo Molema – Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Commissioner’s Office
Let’s tell you now about a textbook aimed at diversity management in the workplace. It was edited by 10 academics across the country and one of the things it has revealed is that race and gender representation remains largely elusive, in both the public and private sectors. One of the other revelations is that government is the highest employer of the African population group at all levels while transformation in the private sector, is slow, with white professionals still in the majority, especially in managerial and skilled positions. Guest: Prof Nasima Carrim - An associate professor in UP’s Department of Human Resource Management in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences and a registered industrial psychologist
For new listeners we are on pillar cornerstone 2 of what makes up a financial plan. Over the last few weeks, we have dealt with estate planning, importance of the Will, protection for families in the event of premature death and disability. In the last two weeks we have been discussing methods of saving for retirement, and last week we dealt with, ‘do you know exactly what your financial position is with regards to the long-term journey of planning for retirement.’ This morning Bryan is dealing with a formula of calculating how much capital you will need at retirement to provide you with sufficient income.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
There have been claims that hand sanitizer can cause a car to explode if left in direct sunlight. This after a car exploded in America. Officials had said this was caused by a hand sanitizer. But there has been conflicting information on this matter. People across the world have been using hand sanitizer in an attempt to prevent the spread of covid-19.
Guest: DR RICHARD WALLS – HEAD OF FIRE ENGINEERING RESEARCH UNIT AT UNIVERSITY OF STELLENBOSCH – HE IS ON THE LINE
As the economy is still under a partial lockdown, the latest quarterly debt index from DebtBusters shows that even before the lockdown South Africans were facing increased financial strain. One of the scary revelations is that the debt of top earners has increased by 63%. What is going on here and what are some of the contributing factors? Guest: Benay Sager - Chief Operating Officer at DebtBusters’
On Friday Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said that he was hopeful that the Covid-19 test backlogs, as a result of test kit shortages, will be cleared soon. Mkhize was addressing President Cyril Ramamphosa who's was on an assessment visit on the readiness of the Western Cape to deal with Covid-19. A number of experts have expressed concern that the planned number of daily tests were not conducted during the early part of the lockdown. The National Health Laboratory Service is also sitting with a huge backlog of tests to be conducted. Speaking to our reporter Vanessa Poonah this is what the Western Cape Premier Alan Winde had to say…. Guest: Eric Kweleta - Nehawu's provincial secretary in the Western Cape
Guest: Prof Gesine Meyer-Rath - Medical at the Health Economics and Epidemiology Research Office (HE2RO), a collaboration between Boston University and the University of the Witwatersrand.
As schools open today, the Public Servants Association has raised its concerns about the missing PPE’s in the province of KwaZulu-Natal that were meant for schools. What have they found out and also what is the situation regarding rural schools?
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu - KZN manager for the Public Servants Association
Some of us often think that we are too old to continue with our studies as we get caught up in life’s everyday problems. There are also those who may think they are too young to focus on pursuing their dreams just yet. But this has not been the case for 77-year old Dr. Ittamar Avin and 19-year old Clermentine Ngidi who were studying at the University of KwaZulu-Natal and graduated virtually.
Guest: Oldest student Dr. Ittamar Avin Guest: Youngest Clermentine Ngidi
The Covid-19 pandemic has affected sport events around the world in a very bad way. Many federations are debating the idea of performing without fans. The latest developments are around Roger Federer’s comments who is opposed to the idea of playing tennis without fans. But Czech professional tennis player Karolina Pliskova says that its better than not playing at all. This then brings us to the issue of the importance of fans. What value do they add to athletes, be it soccer, tennis, cricket and all the other sporting codes. Is there fulfilment in playing without the presence of supporters?
Guest: Janet Whitton – SABC Deputy Sports Editor
Guest: Velile Mnyandu -Award Winning Senior SABC Sports Journalist
During level 5 of the lockdown, many cities around the country were clean. Even our own Johannesburg was a breath of fresh air. The question we are asking now is how do we continue keeping or cities clean as they were under the level 5 lockdown? What is it about us not keeping our environment clean?
Guest: Musa Chamane – Waste campaigner at GroundUp
Having heard those sound clips, one wonders then what is this thing where people talk about how they are thirsty and so on? Is it not a sign of dependency? Does that make you an alcoholic? Is it not part of addiction?
GUEST: STEVEN FROM AA REPRESENTING CPC – WHICH STANDS FOR COMUNNICATING WITH THE PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY
June being Youth Month we turn our focus on efforts to upskill young people by various institutions. What has been happening under the Covid-19 period is that social distancing has shown its many implications on the country’s difficult economic, social and digital divide. For those young people who don’t have means of digital connection, looking for a job becomes extremely difficult.
Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams - Youth Capital’s Project Leader
Let’s tell you now about a Healthcare Workers Care Network that was launched yesterday (Wednesday) to assist the workers with their mental healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic. The idea of the network is to support healthcare workers who are exhausted, stressed and at high risk of physical and mental illness during the pandemic in South Africa.
Guest: Dr Antoinette Miric - Psychiatrist
As we are still coming to terms with Tuesday’s judgment on level 3 and 4 of the lockdown, yesterday the High Court in Pretoria has ruled that COVID-19 patients may not be forced into state quarantine facilities. Lobby organisation AfriForum which took the government to court says the ruling is a victory after the challenging of lockdown regulations that the Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Department signed under the Disaster Management Act on April the 29th. Lobby groups and some political parties have been applying pressure on government to ease some of the strict regulations like the sale of alcohol and cigarettes. On the other hand scheduled press briefings were cancelled or postponed. What should we read into all of this? What is it doing for government’s efforts in fighting the Covid-19?
Guest: Xolani Dube, Senior researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development in KZN
We continue to bring you positive stories from South Africans who are making a difference in the life of those who don’t have. Sanitary pads are a serious issues among young girls of school going age. Some miss class simply because they can’t afford.
Guest: Lindiwe Nkuna – Owner of Lindiwe Sanitary Pads
As the country is now in level three of the lockdown, many people have already reported for duty as some businesses have been allowed to open. But sadly, the Department of Employment and Labour says it is worried hat only 55% of South African businesses were complying with the health and safety regulations that aimed to keep workers safe from the COVID-19 pandemic.
guest: Aggy Moiloa - Inspector-general at The Department of Employment and Labour
Shared Value companies and leaders are participating in the continent’s first ever virtual Shared Value Leadership event which starts today (Tuesday) until Friday. They will be discussing challenges faced by business in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, how business has had to adapt, and what economic recovery will look like for the region. Guest: Khanyi Chaba - Head of Responsible Business at Old Mutual Limited
eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda on Friday delivered his Budget Speech for 2020/2021 which totaled R49bn. He presented his budget under the theme: “The Year of Unity, Socio Economic Renewal and Nation Building”. Why did he choose this theme and what does it mean for the people of eThekwini? Guest: Crl Mxolisi Kaunda – Executive Mayor of eThekwini Municipality
As you may have heard in the news throughout last night that the High Court in Pretoria has declared the lockdown level four and three regulations unconstitutional and invalid - but has suspended the declaration for two weeks - meaning that level 3 regulations remain in operation for now. The court has further directed members of the National Coronavirus Command Council to review, amend and republish the regulations so that they are in line with the Bill of Rights. Cabinet says it will make a further statement once it has fully studied the judgment. The case was brought by Reyno De Beer and his organization called the Liberty Fighters Network. What does all of this mean?
Guest: Sarah Fick – Constitutional Law Lecturer at UWC
Today being Tuesday, we continue bringing you the UIF representative to field your questions and deal with your problems. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST:
Over the last few weeks, we have been dealing with the four pillars of a financial plan.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Some organisation in South Africa are calling for solidarity with the black people in the USA regarding the killing. Even in Zimbabwe there’s tension between the government there and the American representative over the issue. Bringing it to our country, how many people died from police brutality under the current government with no protest from the public? What lessons can we learn from what the USA is going through and what is this culture of violence among police when it comes to black people?
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi – Executive Director at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation
There has been much confusion and doubt from parents who are uncertain about whether it is safe to take their children back to school. This despite studies showing that children are less likely to contract and therefore infect teachers and other adults in their home environment with the coronavirus. So, what exactly makes academics and practicing doctors confident that your child is unlikely to get sick or infected with the coronavirus while they are at school?
Guest: Professor Mignon McCulloch-President of the South African Paediatric Association
Some academics have called on unions and parents to get behind Education Minister Angie Motshekga’s decision to re-open schools so that learning can continue…but what can parents do? How can unions come on board while also addressing their members’ concerns? How can the academic year be saved without compromising the quality of education? Guest: Professor le Cordeur- Head of the Department of Curriculum Studies in the Faculty of Education at Stellenbosch University
Life is going almost back to normal today with an estimated 8 million people going back to their workplaces and most of the industries resuming production. Alcohol is open to be sold under strict conditions, but cigarettes are still not for sale. Restaurants on the other hand are meeting with government while hair salons are not allowed to open. Is government taking the correct approach?
Guest: Leon Louw – CEO at the Free Market Foundation
Going back to work on Monday gives one that feeling between December and January. That period where you try to look good for work after knowingly having eaten wrong food. Now that we are coming out of level four and going into level three of the lockdown, still under Covid-19, what advice can we get from dieticians?
Guest: Omy Naidoo – Dietician at Diet-SA
By now we’ve all heard from authorities about social distancing, washing of hands and wearing of masks. We are told also about looking out flu-like symptoms. But just how much do we know about the virus? If I’m an elderly person or living with one, what must I know? What about children, how prone are they to this virus? Now that we are entering the flu season, how are we going to notice the difference between being sick with flue and being infected by the virus?
Guest: Dr Nohlanhla Mbenenge – Clinical Virologist at Wits
I guess for many people the one thing they were worried about is the alcohol sales part of the conditions. Well, it was confirmed indeed, but under strict conditions. Trade and Industry Minister Ebrahim Patel says shebeens, restaurants and taverns will be allowed to sell alcohol but only for consumers to take home. Alcohol will be permitted to be sold only from Monday to Thursday between 9am and 5pm.
Guest: Phumzile Ratladi - Tavern owner and Head of Communications, Gauteng Liquor Forum
The province of the Free State has been in the news mostly for bad publicity related to service delivery. Even on this very programme, many residents have been calling to complain about service delivery issues, mostly water and electricity. Corruption is also highlighted as one of the major problems in that province. Politicians have been making promises to fix this and that while communities on the ground continue crying. Let’s play you some of the complaints on the ground…
Guest: Thembeni Nxangisa - Free State MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Guest: Lietenant-Colonel Katlego Mogale - Hawks' spokesperson
Guest: Professor Joleen Steyn-Kotze - Senior Research Specialist in Democracy, Governance and service delivery at the Human Sciences Research Council
Guest: Paratlane Motloung- Convener of the civic movement MAP 16
This morning we bring to you Khumbudzo Ntshavheni who is the minister of Small Business Development. Since the lockdown was announced in its first level which was level 5 at the time, many of you in the business sector have been calling us to find out how to access the funds promised by the department and also other issues that are affecting your small business, well this is your chance to get some clarity from the minister herself…
Guest: Khumbudzo Ntshavheni - Minister of Small Business Development
We’ve heard about the other things like computers and so on being stolen, but why PPEs? What is it about these thugs? Are they stealing for the sake of stealing or is it because there’s a market for this? Is society to blame for buying stolen property? What should we read into why schools are becoming easy targets? Is it a sign that the moral decay is so bad that we don’t know what to say or do about it anymore? Where would you say the problem lies?
Guest: Rev Dr. Tshawane – Founder of the Centre for Non-Violence Conflict Reconciliation
Death is one of the heaviest burdens human have to deal with one way or the other. The world is in mourning as people are dying in big numbers due to the pandemic. Now, how does one hold it together, where do you start?
Guest: Dr Helena Dolny – Author, Executive coach and co-founder of Love Legacy Dignity
Guest: Mapi Mhlangu – Media Strategist and co-founder of Love Legacy Dignity
Andile Lungisa - ANC councillor and a member of the mayoral committee at the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro responds to Nqaba Bhanga - Eastern Cape provincial DA leader and mayoral candidate at the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality about the water situation at the metro…
Superiate calls itself a boutique marketing consultancy and project management agency. They have done a survey among principals and independent school leaders to get their views on the proposed opening of schools. According to what they have found, principals seem optimistic that all will go well. To tell us more on this, we are joined on the line by… Guest: Brad Stern - Founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Superiate
As the country is faced with the Covid-19 pandemic, the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro is also facing a problem of water supply. According to reports, the Metro is facing a fight against a looming Day Zero regarding the water supply. The supply dams have an average capacity of 22 percent, and there is no rain forecast for the near future. They have about just over a month’s supply of water left. Let’s listen to this report from our reporter Veronica Fourie who gives us a brief summary of the Eastern Cape’s weather pattern over the years… Guest: Nqaba Bhanga - Eastern Cape provincial DA leader and mayoral candidate at the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
After the 1st of June, many companies will be opening following the President Ramaphosa’s announcement that the country will move level 3. The president left it up to companies to follow stringent safety measures. But then, looking at legalities, what is a company’s legal obligation under the current situation? Guest: Bheki Nhlapho - Senior Associate in Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr’s Employment practice
Scary news indeed seeing how high our unemployment figures may climb to levels that we’ve never seen before. Just how bad could it get and what sort of scenario could we see as many people have already received messages from their places of employment informing them either that they will have to take a salary cut, or that the company is closing.
Guest: Duma Gqubule - Founding Director at the Centre of Economic Development & Transformation
Today being Tuesday, we continue bringing you the UIF representative to field your questions and deal with your problems. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Simiso Nkosi
The Democratic Alliance is embroiled in another controversy, this time around its to do with the decision to hold their national elective conference in October virtually. But commentators are warning that this may exclude the majority of its black members, who have indicated that they lack internet connectivity. Let’s take a look now at the reliability of virtual voting and its constitutional implications. Is it something that can be trusted and is it fair if it stand to exclude a section of the membership?
Guest: Isabel Bosman - Konrad Adenauer Stiftung Scholar at the Johannesburg-based policy think tank, the South African Institute of International Affairs
The last Tuesday is always devoted to answering questions that have been submitted to Bryan during the month. He picks out all those questions of a similar nature and deal with them. So Bryan, where do we start today
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We go to Cape Town now where Labour federation - SAFTU and its affiliate the National Union of Public Service and Allied Workers, NUPSAW - will be protesting outside the Tygerberg Hospital in Cape Town this morning to demand improved health and safety measures at the facility. What are their main concerns? …
Guest: André Adams - SAFTU Provincial Secretary in the Western Cape
While scientists around the world are working very hard to find a cure against Covid-19, the debate around traditional medicine is gaining momentum especially after Madagascar announced the use of their herbal cocktail in dealing with the pandemic. Taking the debate forward, the University of KwaZulu-Natal is presenting its 3rd in a series of public webinars discussion entitled: The Role of Indigenous Healers During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Before we talk about the seminar, let’s first listen to this report from our journalist Zeblon Maine….
Guest: Prof Nceba Qqaleni - Head: Discipline of African Traditional Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal
Guest: Siyabonga Africa Mkhize – Executive Director: Umsamo Institute
Gender activists around the country have been very worried about the possibility an increase in gender based violence during the current lockdown. Police statistics show that more than 2300 calls were recorded at the national GBV Command Centre during the first week of the lockdown. One hundred-and-48 were immediately registered as criminal cases. Sadly this issue has been with us for many years with no concrete solution. We are going to try again to find out what some of the major reasons are behind it and why the fear around the lockdown period as we welcome… Guest: Koketso Moeti – Gender Activist
Guest: Lisa Vetten - PHD Fellow at Wits City Institute
Guest: Dr Chandre Gould - Senior research fellow at the justice and crime prevention programme of the ISS and founding member of the SA Violence Prevention Forum
President Cyril Ramaphosa yesterday dropped the Covid-19 lockdown alert to level three as of the first of June. He was addressing the nation from Pretoria. He went on to say that this will allow for the further opening of the economy – with the continued fight to contain the spread of the coronavirus. Ramaphosa says 429 people have now died from coronavirus and that the number of infections now stands at 22 thousand 583. He says 128 people are in intensive care with COVID 19 - the disease caused by the coronavirus.
Guest: Dr Saths Cooper, who is the President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
That song by Bill Withers says it all. It talks about couples and how they can make it if they try. Those who understand the romantic space will give you all sorts of remedies about how to keep a marriage going and how to spice things up. Under the current lockdown, some couples can’t stand each other while other are using the time as a honeymoon period where they reconnect and get to know each other in many ways. What is the difference between these two scenarios and why the different approach to the lockdown?
Guest: Jenna Bayer - Psychologist
The Consumer Pulse research from GfK South Africa which looks into the behaviours of online consumers during lockdown has revealed that 85% of consumers who usually work full time reported significant impact on their working habits. It goes on to say that nearly half of fulltime employees were able to remotely, 74% of which claim to have worked less than normal. What are we to read into this and how will it change the way we do things beyond Covid-19?
Guest: Rachel Thompson – Insights Director at GFK South Africa
We bring you this special feature this hour exploring recovery strategies for organized labour in the era of Vovid-19. What role can organized labour play in contributing towards the country’s socio-economic recovery? What are some of the practical solutions that will benefit all aspects of the economy? To help us navigate through this discussion, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: Dr Petrus De Kock - Brand South Africa’s general manager for research
Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi – SAFTU’s General Secretary
Guest: Zamikhaya Maseti – Political Economist
Guest: Matthew Parks – Cosatu’s Parliamentary Coordinator
This morning’s thinking point comes in the form of a live interview. The idea is to get an idea of what nurses go through on a daily basis especially under the Covid-19 period. What is a typical day like for them? What are their fears? What sort of training are they given in a time like this and can they ever be fully prepared? What are their fears?
Guest: Yomelela Mnqabashe – Former Secretary of DENOSA’s National Student Movement and currently a practicing nurse
To get a sense of what students make of the minister’s announcement,
Guest: Moses Nkundako – SRC chairperson at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Westville Campus Guest: Akha Tutu – SRC President at the University of Cape Town guest: SIPHELO NQABENI – STUDENT LEADER AT FORTHARE UNIVERSITY
We’ve heard the minister of Basic Education Angie Motshekga announce the opening of school on the 1st of June. Unions and other stakeholders have raised their concerns about health safety for both learners and teachers. Parents are also not really sure whether to send their children or not. But have we forgotten about those living with disabilities? Where do they fit in regarding this debate? If you are a parent with a child living with disabilities, what are your worries?
Guest: Robyn Beere – Deputy Director of Equal Education Law Centre
Since the outbreak of Covid-19, we are constantly reminded to wash our hands. The strange thing about our country is that we are battling with the supply of water in many areas, but where water is available there a lot of wastage. Councils depend on water metres to try and contain the consumption of water by households, but how accurate are they? Well to look into this issue, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Edwin Sibiya - Group CEO of Lesira-Teq
Professor Adam Habib who is Vice-Chancellor and Principal at Wits was part of a discussion to mark Africa Month yesterday (Tuesday) as part of the “I Meditate Africa Series” hosted by The Art of Living Foundation and the International Association for Human Values. The issue he was addressing was “In a world that is moving online, how do we mitigate against deepening inequality so that the poor are not left behind?” Guest: Professor Adam Habib - Vice-Chancellor and Principal at Wits
As you may have heard in the news and this show how we’ve been covering incidents of mineworkers contracting Covid-19. Communities living in mining areas are worried about the danger they may be exposed to. Let’s stalk now about the relationship between mines and communities they are operating from. Are mines contributing in any positive way to those communities and how should we describe the state of relations between the two?
Guest: John Capel – Executive Director at the Benchmark Foundation
Business is anticipating a reopening of the economy from the 1st of June. So this means that most business will start trading. But now experts are cautioning the SMME sector about what to expect when they reopen. What is the first thing they should be aware of and what are the tips? Guest: Daniel Goldberg - CEO of Bridgement
Many people around the world are stressing under the current Covid-19 conditions. Fear, stress and anxiety seems to be dominating our lives. Meditation is recommended as a way of channelling one’s energy into positivity. How exactly does meditation work and how does one apply it under the current situation?
Guest: Dhrupal Amin - A trustee at the Art of Living Foundation
Many of you have been sending us questions related to UIF. So today we brought them back to deal with your questions. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Makhosonke Buthelezi - UIF's communication and marketing manager
One would assume that in 2020 we would hear less of abuse stories against the LGBIQ community. But the reality is that they still face a lot of abuse from their families and society in general. According to the Beyond Zero’s Me1st campaign which focuses on men who have sex with men and the #UnMuteMe campaign which supports transgender people, they indicate that harassment by family and society is a contributing factor to the mental health issues of many LGBTI people. We speak now to someone who has experienced abuse directly from different aspects…
Guest: Getty Myeni - From Ermelo – She was stabbed by men she knew who broke into her home and stabbed her to ‘fix her to become a real man
Bryan continues with the four corners that make up a financial plan…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Relatives of some Marula Platinum Mine employees, as well as residents living next to the mine, have expressed concern that they could also be at risk of contracting the virus. Nineteen workers at the mine in the Sekhukhune district in Limpopo tested positive for the virus. Seven positive cases have also been reported in four other mines in the province.
Guest: Stan Mathabatha – Premier of Limpopo Province
With schools closed due to the lockdown, concerns have been raised for those children who depend on feeding schemes that operate at schools. For some poor children, this is the only descent meal they get for the day. Well the Do More Foundation together with its partners has come up with a way of addressing the situation.
Guest: Nhlanhla Manana – One of the beneficiaries of the Do More Foundation
The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has noted of the latest developments in Lesotho where the government has been terminated, after coalition partners withdrew their support for it. This after National Assembly Speaker Sephiri Motanyane last week confirmed that the embattled Prime Minister Thomas Thabane would have to step down by May 22nd, with the formation of a new administration likely to take two weeks.
Guest: Izak Khomo – African specialist at Channel Africa
Since the lockdown, we have seen many companies have either found themselves on the wrong side of the law while others managed to reposition themselves. Now for those who are in the wrong, what is the first thing to do and those who have become irrelevant how can they reposition?
Guest: Solly Moeng – Brand reputation specialist
Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Minister, Thoko Didiza says that government has so far approved 15-thousand applications from farmers seeking financial assistance during the lockdown. Most of the applications she says come from the Eastern Cape followed by the Northern Cape and North West. The minister made the announcement yesterday (Sunday) while giving us the outcome of the Covid-19 Agricultural Disaster Fund application process in Pretoria. For those in the agricultural sector, what is it they are supposed to know? Guest: Mooketsa Ramasodi – Deputy Director General in the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development
Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development Minister, Thoko Didiza says that government has so far approved 15-thousand applications from farmers seeking financial assistance during the lockdown. Most of the applications she says come from the Eastern Cape followed by the Northern Cape and North West. The minister made the announcement yesterday (Sunday) while giving us the outcome of the Covid-19 Agricultural Disaster Fund application process in Pretoria. For those in the agricultural sector, what is it they are supposed to know?
Guest: Zinto Nhlapho – Farmer based in the Westrand
On Friday, Minister of Public Enterprises Pravin Gordhan briefed Parliament's Standing Committee on Public Accounts, Scopa about the current state of SAA. The big issue was whether a new airline would be more viable than resurrecting the existing SAA. The airline’s situation proves to be a headache as there seems to be no workable scenario. Unions on the one hand are fighting to save jobs, on the other hand some politicians are calling for it to shut down.
Guest: Mkhuleko Hlengwa – Chair of Parliament's Standing Committee on Public Accounts, Scopa
Guest: Thabang Motsohi – Aviation expert
Ngila Muendane is no stranger to many of you when it comes to issues on nation building. He has been doing motivational work on many platforms including radio. This time around he has published an e-book that he says was inspired by 50 years of his own fulfilling and loving marriage to his wife Martha and 26 years of life coaching. We talk to him this morning about the family bond under these trying times. How do we use this time to build the family? Why is family important?
Guest: Ngila Muendane – Social activist
The Auditor General has raised his concerns about the lack of improvement in the country’s health sector. One of the things he points out is that it’s always the same problems year in and year out. He was raising these issues to parliament yesterday (Thursday). Let’s hear now how parliament interprets what he says and where they would say the problem lies and whether we should be worried?
Guest: Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo – Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Health
The North West province has recorded its first coronavirus related death on Monday. The province’s Health MEC Madoda Sambatha is warning residents not to be deceived by the low number of cases. Let’s talk now to the Premier to get his reaction and talk about how his province is handling the fight against the virus and the challenges they are faced with. Also how are they assisting the various entities financially?
Guest: Prof Job Mokgoro – Premier of North West Province
Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde, earlier indicated that his government would consult to make their position clear that the entire province should move to Level Three. The Western Cape currently accounts for just over half the total number infections countrywide. Meanwhile, the President of the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry Geoffrey Jacobs says some parties are using the national lockdown as an opportunity to score political points. He says aggrieved parties should seek other ways of being heard other than legal action ...
Guest: Alan Winde – Western Cape Premier
As the debate goes on regarding whether the country should be reopened for business to run, we thought to visit the latest Ipsos survey to establish how citizens feel about it. The survey looked at all aspects of life to get a sense of how we feel as a country on this issue. What is the extant of the spread and according to the revelations of the survey, what is the general feel?
Guest: Ezethu Mandelize – Service Line Manager: Public Affairs Ipsos South Africa
Across the world special attention is being given to medical staff as they are in the frontline of fighting the Covid-19. Different initiatives are coming up from the different sectors of society to show appreciation. This time around, the Evergreen Lifestyle Retirement which is part of property group Amdec, is driving a national campaign - #shaveforthebrave - that they say has gone global with over 4,5 million supporters and 400 heads shaved. The challenge is to either shave or dye your hair to show your support for our frontline heroes, thanking them for performing a service to help us during this lockdown period to be safe and healthy. We talk now to one of the participants of the initiative as we welcome..
Guest: Cobus Bedeker –CEO of Evergreen Lifestyle Retirement
Today we get to understand what medicolegal is all about. It pertains to the legal aspects of medical practice. As a member of the public, what should I know about it?
Guest: Tlaweng Lechaba – From Tlaweng Lechaba inc
Over the few months since the outbreak of Covid-19, we have spoken to so many experts who do things one never thought existed. Here is something called GIS mapping technology. It’s said to being key to limiting the spread of Covid-19 in South Africa by providing access to real time information and ensuring that vulnerable communities stay safe. Let’s find out now what it does exactly and how it helps in analyzing the relevant information needed by authorities…
Guest: Dr Dorman Chimhamhiwa – Head of Department: Geographic Information System and Planning at healthcare NPO Right to Care
Government has been announcing all sorts of funds and measures to help small and informal businesses under the lockdown. But so far there has been a lot of unhappiness as many have still not been able to access the funds. Informal traders are not making it as the movement of people is still restricted. We speak to them now to find out how the sector is keeping and what sort of challenges they are facing as we welcome…
Guest: Jerry Tlophane – Secretary-General of the African Council of Hawkers and Informal Businesses
As many businesses remain closed under the current lockdown regulations, experts are warning about the dangers of cyberattacks. Some operate virtually through platforms like Skype and so on. Just last week Parliament’s virtual meeting was hacked by pornographic images. For a business a cyberattack can have severe consequences and bring a business to its knees. What then should business go about protecting themselves?
Guest: Maeson Maherry – Chief Solutions Officer at LawTrust
The Department of Employment and Labour has revealed that that companies and organisations which were allowed to operate during level 4 of the lockdown are not complying with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Inspector-general Aggy Moila was not impressed and worried that non-compliance could further spread the virus. Last month Martin Kingston who is executive member of Business for South Africa spoke about the need for businesses to reopen….
Guest: Aggy Moiloa - Inspector-general at The Department of Employment and Labour
Last night President Cyril Ramaphosa told South Africans that consultations will take place on how level 3 of the lockdown will be implemented, possibly at the end of May. But so far there’s been mixed reaction to what the president said. He did acknowledge though that things have not really gone as planned since the lockdown…..
guest: Former Gauteng Premier Mbhazima Shilowa has expressed his views on last night’s speech
As the lockdown progresses, time is running out for graduations as ceremonies are usually done around this time of the year. The University of Johannesburg has come up with a way not to spoil it for those who are meant to graduate now. They will unveil a virtual graduation ceremony, this week where its 13 000 graduates will have the opportunity to don graduation attire in the comfort of their own homes. How is this going to work and will graduates still be required to wear their black gowns?
GUEST: Prof Kinta Burger – Registrar at the University of Johannesburg
The Department of Basic Education has warned schools not to open until they get the go-ahead from the department. The warning comes after reports that some schools were preparing to reopen prematurely without the official schedule from the minister. Let’s hear now from the independent schools as to what their position and concerns are under these circumstances as we welcome….
Guest: Lebogang Montjane – Executive Director for the Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa
The National Union of Mineworkers in North East Region says it is highly disturbed by a mine keeping a Covid-19 case secret. The claim that the Mogalakwena Mine which is situated next to Mokopane Town in Limpopo was hiding the case and only revealing it now. How did NUM come to hear about the case and what other mines in that area are doing the same thing? Interestingly, just yesterday (Tuesday) we spoke to Limpopo Premier Stan Mathabatha about the task team they’ve set up to deal with the issue. Is NUM aware of this and what role are they playing in it?
Guest: Phillip Mankge - NUM’s North East Regional Secretary
Former communications minister and umKhumto Wesizwe General Siphiwe Nyanda has raised some concerns about the way government is leading the fight against Covid-19. One of the things he says is that some of government's regulations to curb the spread of the coronavirus didn't make sense".
Guest: General Sphiwe Nyanda - Former communications minister and umKhumto Wesizwe General
Sonke Gender Justice has welcomed the release of petty criminals by Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola. The advocacy group as a co-coordinating member of the Detention Justice Forum, has been calling on government to consider the high levels of overcrowding in South African prisons and the high risk of co-morbidity due to disproportionate rates of HIV and TB among incarcerated persons. For a perspective from them,
Guest: Zia Wasserman - National Prisons Coordinator at Sonke Gender Justice
As much as companies and individuals come forward to help in the fight against Covid-19, there are those people who would like to play their part, but don’t really know how. You know that feeling where you want to help, you want to assist NPOs or some other organisation but also worried about the lockdown rules.
Guest: Keri-Leigh Paschal - Executive trustee of Nation Builder
Good news for residents of Johannesburg is that the City Johannesburg is looking at ways to review its rates and municipal service charges. It says that this is part of their expanded social package programme to mitigate the impact of the coronavirus on ratepayers. How will it work and who qualifies? Guest: Councillor Jolidee Matongo – MMC for finance at the City of Johannesburg
There’s been a huge outcry on social media after a video surfaced of a father trying to prevent two KwaZulu-Natal traffic officers from removing his screaming child from a gated complex. This they say is because the child allegedly contravened a lockdown rule. The video shows two KwaDukuza traffic officers walking into the complex, in Salt Rock on the north coast. Having watched the video, or heard the report, should police have done what they did? Should they have respected the fact that it was a child? When should police use discretion? What are your views?
guest: SIPHO MKHIZE – SPOKESPERSON FOR THE KWADUKUZA MUNICIPALITY
Last week we saw long queues of people waiting for social grants and food parcels. The unfortunate ones went back home empty-handed. But then have you ever wondered what sort of mood this creates at home? Well, non-government organization, Khulisa Social Solutions is pioneering what they call a family peace-making programme for vulnerable individuals and communities. What is it they have noticed for them to come up with such a programme and how will they be going about it?
Guest: Lesley Ann van Selm - Founder and MD of Khulisa
In these torrid times the investment decisions are influenced often by irrelevant reasoning. This morning we are going to talk about the most common mistakes investors make.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
A new task team comprising of mining companies and several government officials from the Limpopo command council has been formed as an additional step to tackle covid-19 cases in the mining industry. The sector has reported seven cases of covid-19 since the phased re-opening of mines. Mining companies met with Premier Stan Mathabatha in a virtual meeting yesterday and to tell us more on this and what exactly the task team will be doing,
Guest: Stan Mathabatha – Premier of the Limpopo Province
On Friday, we received a text message from anonymous regarding food parcels. This is what it said: “Good morning Cathy please assist the voiceless there is a village in the Bushbuckridge municipality under ward 38 called Clara food parcels are being distributed to ANC members only, the CDF is heavily populated by the ANC members and it is corrupt, people live in poverty and it is so sad to see this kind of leadership, how would a community develop in this kind of leadership. Human rights must work to uplift human dignity please investigate it and assist those without a voice. Well. We managed to get hold of the ANC in that area to respond to these allegations. What do they have to say?
Guest: Sasekani Manzini – ANC Mpumalanga Provincial Spokesperson
Let’s go to the Eastern Cape now where a group of young people from a location called Lawley got together and raised funds to buy food parcels for the needy.
Guest: Thobela Maki – Member of the Youth of Wesley Village
Justice and Correctional Services Minister, Ronald Lamola last week announced the parole of some prisoners which he says is expected to reduce overcrowding in prisons by 12-point-five-percent. President Cyril Ramaphosa had authorised the parole release of 19-thousand prisoners in response to a call by the United Nations for countries to reduce their prison populations.
Guest: Singabakho Nxumalo – Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services
The Trade & Industrial Policies Strategies also known as (TIPS) is an independent, non-profit, economic research institution. They have raised a lot of questions around the high infection rate of Covid-19 in the Western Cape. One of the points they make is that from the 2nd to the 5th of May, the province accounted for three quarters of new COVID-19 cases in the country, although it makes up only a seventh of the population. What have they picked up and where would they say the problem lies?
Guest: Neva Makgetla - Senior Economist at the Trade & Industrial Policies Strategies
The lockdown situation in the country has caused a lot of problems for every sector in the world. We have been bringing you the different aspects and complexities with experts to explain how to deal with each situation. Today we talk property as there’s growing frustration from landlords and tenants. Some people are not able to relocate or move homes because of lockdown regulations. Some can’t pay rent as they lost their jobs. Let’s listen to Diane Clark, a tenant who finds herself in limbo after paying full rent on new premises but is unable to move out because this is not allowed under lockdown regulations…
Guest: Phumla Nkosi – Senior Partner at Mathebula Attorneys
As we continue bringing you stories about institutions helping those who are in need under the current lockdown, we turn our attention on educational matters. The Independent private school network SPARK Schools is partnering with the Ignite Education Fund in what they say is to ensure the ongoing education of learners whose families have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. How does this work and how does one qualify?
Guest: Nobuhle Ncube - Head of Strategy and Growth at SPARK Schools
On our health segment today we explore all about Hemorrhoids. According to health journals, Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lowest part of your rectum and anus. What causes them and how can one prevent having them?
Guest: Dr Thabo Mothabeng - General Trauma and Intensive care surgeon
Yesterday we spoke to Cllr Mlungisi Mabaso who is Housing MMC at the City of Johannesburg about the process they have embarked of moving destitute residents of the Setswetla informal settlement into temporary houses. But as expected, some were not too happy with this development.
Guest: Sandile Mavundla – Member of the #TotalShutDownAlex
Around this time of the morning we talk about business. No doubt that business is the hardest hit sector in the world under the Covid-19. Large corporates may not feel the pain directly, the biggest worry is the small players. Some of whom are survivorlist businesses that employ a few people. What now for them? Is it enough that government wants to give them small bailouts? If I’m a small business, how much of a loss can I take under the current lockdown?
Guest: Xolisa Nqodi – Managing Director of Shesha Tuks
Yesterday (Wed) Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize announced that 511 health workers tested positive for Covid-19. While that was happening, the Health and Other Service Personnel Trade Union of South Africa is demanding that the Marapong Health Centre, in Lephalale be sanitized following two staff members testing positive for COVID-19.
Guest: Kevin Halama – Spokesperson for the Health and Other Service Personnel Trade Union of South Africa
The South African economy could possibly go in to a depression if the current conditions continues the economy was in a recession already before covid-19 put a spanner in the works sending it into a tail spin. The national treasury and the Reserve Bank expect the economy to contract by as much as 6.1%, but others expect even worse. Tshepo Mongoai reports…
Guest: Sandile Zungu, President of the Black Business
The private sector continues to heed the president’s call to assist in the fight against Covid-19 and today we tell you about De Beers Marine. They have stepped in to use their 3D printer to make headbands for face shields for health workers at the Tygerberg hospital. Tygerberg is said to be treating the highest number of COVID-19 patients in the province while facing a chronic shortage of face shields.
Guest: Domingos Valbom – GM at De Beers Marine
The South African Breweries are cautioning the country against the banning of alcohol under the lockdown regulations. They are warning about the consequences America faced in the early 1900’s when alcohol was illegal. What exactly is their concern and why are they taking us to the history of the USA? Is it really that drastic?
Guest: Hellen Ndlovu - Director of Regulatory & Public Policy at SAB
Caxton has begun the process to withdrawing from magazine publishing. They are sighting the decline in circulation and advertising revenue. This is the latest media institution that’s closing down while others are pleading for funds to stay afloat. This is not good for journalists and the industry as a whole. What is going on? Guest: William Bird – Executive Director, Media Monitoring Africa Guest: Zizitho Mqingwana – Former journalist at Truelove and currently freelance journalist
The City of Johannesburg has begun a process of identifying destitute residents from Setswetla informal settlement in Alexandra, north of Johannesburg, to move them into temporary houses. The area is intended for development. More than 5-thousand residents will be moved into the temporary houses just a stone's throw away from the informal settlement where they currently reside.
Guest: Mlungisi Mabaso - Housing MMC at the City of Johannesburg
MPs have raised their concerns about the high costs hotels are charging for being quarantine sites. The figure that’s been given is said to be more than R28 million so far.
Guest: Nolitha Ntobongwana – Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Public Works and Infrastructure
SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter yesterday announced that tax revenues are expected to fall by between 15 and 20 percent this year, which is about 285 billion rand. He says this was due to both the sluggish economy and the coronavirus lockdown. He was addressing parliament's joint committee during a virtual briefing on the Revenue Service's strategic plan and annual performance. He says the significant reduction in economic activity and the long term loss of economic capacity as some of the businesses will never be able to reopen are huge concerns.
Guest: Prof Keith Engel – CEO of the South African Institute of Tax Practitioners
As human beings, we fast for different reasons, from religion to good health. But now the Covid-19 pandemic has brought in a different dynamic to all of us. Experts are now warning that one should boost your immunity before fasting. Who is mostly at risk under the current conditions and what should they do?
Guest: Vanessa Ascencao - Health and wellness expert and nutritional consultant
We continue fielding your UIF questions as we could not take all of you due to time constraints. Please remember to keep your questions very brief and listen on the radio for answers.
GUEST: Makhosonke Buthelezi - UIF's communication and marketing manager
Since the lockdown period, many companies warned that it may put them out of business as the economy is already strained. We’ve seen big brands in the news about their financial situation. Now the big question is how should they handle the situation?
Guest: Janine Hills – CEO of Janine Hills Authentic Leadership
Today Bryan opens our mind on what exactly makes up a financial plan?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We continue our conversation around the water and electricity problem at the Maluti a Phofung municipality. The conversation started on Friday with a call from a resident called Motebang who complained that they don’t have electricity. We then did a follow-up with Lwando Zonke – Acting Director: Infrastructure and technical services at the municipality. So today we speak to South African Local Governemnt Association in the Free State to get their perspective on the problem as we welcome....
Guest: Cllr Matawana Mlamleli – SALGA Free State Chairperson
Scores of Pensioners, some of them ill, had to stand for up to five hours waiting for their old age grants at the Westgate Mall in Roodepoort, west of Johannesburg yesterday. There were snaking queues as some of them travelled from different townships trying to avoid long queues at their local Sassa pay points. The problem was also experienced in various other parts of the country, with social distancing not being observed.
Guest: Paseka Letsatsi – Spokesperson for the SA Social Security Agency
The Fair trade Independent Tobacco Association (FITA) says it has filed a court application challenging government's ban on the sale of cigarettes. This after President Cyril Ramaphosa came out in defense of the decision in his weekly letter in which he asserts that the decision was taken collectively. Ramaphosa's comments follow British American Tobacco's threat to take legal action against Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma if her office could not offer a formal response about why the ban cigarette sales remains in place. To get their views on this,
Guest: Sinenhlanhla Mnguni – Chairperson of the Fair trade Independent Tobacco Association
Since President Ramaphosa’s please to the private sector to get involved in fighting the Covid-19, many entities have heeded the call in their own way. This morning we turn our focus on the #Soap4Hope campaign. They have been distributing food and hygiene products across the country. What made them come forward and also join forces with South Africa’s beloved Springbok captain Siya Kolisi?
Guest: Richard Mabaso - CEO of the Imbumba Foundation
Guest: Sello Hatang
May being Africa Month, we turn our focus on how the continent is dealing with the issue of Covid-19. The concern from human rights bodies is how some of the abusive leaders on the continent are using the lockdowns to abuse their citizens. Also the impact this may have on countries that may be heading to the polls this year. Case in point is in Zimbabwe how a court had to rule that police should stop beating people and also the Harare City Council has demolished illegal structures across the capital city under the lockdown. Interestingly, yesterday Prof Patrick Lumumba reflected on African leadership,
Guest: Corlett Letlojane – Executive Director of the Human Rights Institute of South Africa
As the country entered level 4 of the lockdown, concern is not only on reviving the economy, but also education. The higher education sector has also been hard hit as institutions are looking at ways they can implement distance learning. Could it be something that all university can implement and stay with beyond the Covid-19 crisis?
Guest: Prof Mandla Makhanya - Principal and Vice Chancellor of the University of South Africa
On Friday we received calls from residents of Maluti a Phofung who were complaining about the outage of power in their area. They were blaming mismanagement of the municipality as the problem. Before we get the municipality’s side of the story,
Guest: Lwando Zonke – Acting Director: Infrastructure and technical services
Not taking it too far in history, one can go back to an era where royalty ruled the world and decided on everyone’s future and education level. But then as expected, revolutions took over. The most popular being the French and the Russian revolutions where ordinary people took over. In Russia it was the peasants and the factory worker who were in the midst of things, giving birth to the symbol of the hammer and sickle. Even though it’s associats mostly with communism, the hammer represented the industrial workers while the sickle represents the peasantry. The worker’s voice was powerful throughout history. But today, we see mass retrenchments, be it factories closing, SOEs collapsing and the list goes on. Where did it go wrong?
Guest: Zwelinzima Vavi - The South African Federation of Trade Unions
Guest: Gideon Du Plessis – General Secretary of Trade Union Solidarity
Guest: Riefdah Ajam - General Secretary for the Federation of Unions of South Africa
Guest: Michael Shingage – Cosatu’s Deputy President
Guest: Nomusa Dube-Ncube KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Economic Development, Tourism & Environmental Affairs
Struggle stalwart and Rivonia trialist, Denis Goldberg has died at the age of 87. Goldberg was one of the eight Rivonia Trialists who were convicted alongside former President Nelson Mandela for treason. Omar Badsha - CEO of South African History Online - SAHO, Jeremy Cronin – Former South African Communist Party General Secretary
As more and more private institutions are heeding government’s call to assist in helping against the fight to contain the Covid-19, we as the station bring them to you to show the good side of our country. This morning we speak to the SA Medical and Education Foundation. They together with their donors have supplied R10-million life-saving medical equipment which has already been delivered to the doctors and nurses working on the frontline of the Pandemic. Who are they and why did they decide to heed the call?
Guest: Trevor Pols – CEO of the SA Medical and Education Foundation
The Unemployment Insurance fund (UIF) has paid out 3-point-3-billion-rand in Covid-19 relief funding since the 27th of April. Government says it has received 103-thousand applications from employers who represent 1-point-7-million employees. Employers are encouraged to apply for funding through the temporary employer/employee relief scheme. Employment and Labour Minister Thulas Nxesi says 220-thousand workers have still not claimed. The representative is back today to answer all your questions…
Guest: Makhosonke Buthelezi - UIF's communication and marketing manager
Over the past few days we’ve been receiving calls from those in the security sector about the things they face while on duty especially under the lockdown. We’ve seen in malls and shops how they are made to spray customer hands with sanitizers. But is it part of their job? Also some of them are not given protective gear against the virus. Manabela Sam Chauke
Guest: Manabela Sam Chauke – CEO of the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority
Yesterday Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga was expected to brief the media with regard to when schools will reopen, as well as what steps are to be taken to prevent the spread of the coronavirus among learners, but the briefing was postponed indefinitely. This morning we speak to the unions in the sector to find out what their worries are. Let’s hear first from Naptosa through their Executive Director Basil Manuel who was speaking to Stephen Grootes this morning….
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Guest: Allen Thompson – President of the National Teachers' Union (Natu)
Guest: Nkosana Dolopi - SADTU's deputy general-secretary guest: CHRIS KLOPER – GENERAL SECRETARY OF THE SUID AFRIKANSE ONDERWYSERS UNIE
On the 17th of March 1992, white South Africans vote "Yes" in a referendum to allow the National Party government to continue negotiations with the ANC in a process of dismantling apartheid. Let’s go back to that and listen to the news bulletin reflecting the voting….
Guest: Anton Harber – Veteran journalist and Caxton Professor of Journalism
Guest: Mathata Tsedu – Former City Press Editor
Guest: Joe Thloloe – Veteran journalist and former press ombudsman
Today the 27th of April is exactly 26 years since the country’s first ever democratic elections. This was the first time in the history of our country that black people were given the opportunity to vote and have a say in the political leadership of the country. Every story has a beginning and an ending and one gets to choose where to start telling the story. We chose to start in 1990, bringing you some highlights, of that period since the announcement by the then state president FW de Klerk during his State of the Nation Address on the 2nd of February…..
GUEST: Pali Lehohla – South Africa’s former Statistician-General
GUEST: Terry Bell – Long-time labour analyst
Since we are now in the fourth industrial revolution, we look at Telehealth and its background. According to medical journals, it involves the use of telecommunications and virtual technology to deliver health care outside of traditional health-care facilities. Where is it being used the most?
GUEST: Dr Musa Mayayise – Cardiologist
The Public Servants Association in KwaZulu-Natal has raised its disappointment with the president saying he did not accommodate frontline workers in a form of incentive and so on. Let’s take this moment no to understand what it is exactly they are disappointed about and what would they have liked the president to do for them as we welcome….
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu - KZN manager for the Public Servants Association
The concern now is how these municipalities are going to handle the money seeing the poor track record many of them are holding when it comes to service delivery and the management of funds. We speak now to the union concerned to get their views and find out if they are worried?…
Guest: Koena Ramatlou - Samwu secretary general
TransUnion has been conducting a weekly survey on how South African consumers have been impacted by COVID-19. One of the scary facts it has revealed is that almost 8 out of 10 (79%) have had their household income negatively impacted. What should we read into this and message is it sending?
Guest: Lee Naik - Regional president of TransUnion Africa
We are joined now on the line by political analyst Xolani Dube. He has put forward a couple of arguments against the president’s stimulus package. One of the questions he’s asking is around the existing inequalities where the stimulus package will obviously benefit those who have already and leave the poor with nothing. Let’s engage him now to hear his thoughts.. Guest: Xolani Dube, a senior researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development in KZN
There has been mostly positive reaction to President Ramaphosa’s stimulus package. The President announced a 500 billion rand relief package, coming from different sources. Let’s get a perspective now from Business Leadership SA as we welcome….
GUEST: Busisiwe Mavuso – CEO of Business Leadership SA
Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Fellows Daniel Ndima and Dineo Lioma have developed a ground-breaking testing kit called qPCR for Covid_19 that provides results in just 65 minutes, through their company CapeBio.
Guest: Daniel Ndima - CEO at CapeBio Technologies and an Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Fellow and a scientist
The Social Security Agency (SASSA) has sought to explain their reasons for changing the dates of social grant payments - saying they're aiming to avoid crowding at pay sites - and to protect the vulnerable from potentially being exposed to the coronavirus. As of May, persons with disabilities and the elderly will be paid their grants on the 4th of the month - and all other grants will be paid from the 6th of the month. For an understanding on this and also what you need to know about possible problems you may encounter…
Guest: Busisiwe Memela – Khambula - Chief Executive Officer. Of SASSA
The SA Reserve Bank has cut the repo rate by another 100 basis points, or one percentage point. This brings SA's repo rate to 4.25% in less than a month. Is this good news or bad news for consumers’ savings and investments?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The SA Reserve Bank has cut the repo rate by another 100 basis points, or one percentage point. This brings SA's repo rate to 4.25% in less than a month. Is this good news or bad news for consumers’ savings and investments?
Guest: Sisandile Cikido – Nedbank’s Head of Retail Investments
Yesterday KwaZulu-Natal premier Sihle Zikalala together with the province’s MEC for Transport, Community Safety and Liason, Bheki Ntuli mended Roadblocks in various places in the eThekwini metro which led to the arrest of 113 people for violations of COVID-19 lockdown regulations. Zikalala says the arrests come as the province seeks to intensify measure aimed at curbing the movement of the public.
Guest: Bheki Ntuli –KZN MEC for Transport, Community Safety and Liason,
Since the lockdown began, we’ve been receiving a lot of calls of people not really knowing their rights should they be confronted by authorities. Even though this is a temporary situation, surely authorities have no right of abusing their power.
GUEST: Tshepho Mojapelo – Director at Mojapelo Attorneys Incorporated
Mariheca Otto is a South African who went to Bali on a yoga retreat. She got stuck there due the global lock down against the Covid-19. The interesting thing about her is that she managed to capitalize on the situation by still running her business from there. She is also highlighting issues around gender inequality during this time of Covid-19. Where does this fit in and why does she find it important to launch a gender perception tool seeing that the world is more focused on dealing with the Covid-19?
Guest: Dr Mariheca Otto - Managing Director of Motto Business Consulting
On Saturday the 18th, Zimbabwe marked 40 years of independence. The difference this time is that there was no gatherings due to the Covid-19 lockdown. April is also an important month for South Africa as that’s where Freedom Day falls in. But we also won’t be able to celebrate it also due to the lockdown. Guest: Advocate Sipho Mantula, a Researcher with the Institute for Dispute Resolution in Africa at the University of South Africa, UNISA
Guest: Mugwena Maluleke - is the General Secretary of the South African Democratic Teachers Union, (SADTU)
The National Union of Mineworkers Youth Structure says it is extremely unhappy and concerned by the decision taken by the National Command Council to allow mines in South Africa to operate at 50%. The Council announced last week that the amendments are aimed at allowing a phased economic activity which gives permission for mines to operate at 50% capacity and will gradually increase capacity. To understand what exactly they are concerned about,
Guest: Bonginkosi Mrasi – National Secretary of NUM’s Youth Structure
Since the lockout came into effect, smokers have been raising their concerns as shops are not allowed to sell it. Interestingly some listeners wanted to know about legalities around the sale and consumption of dagga. So to answer all questions about where the issue is currently legally and so on and how much quantity one can have on their person,
Guest: Jeremy Acton – Leader of the Dagga Party – He is one of the people who has been challenging legislation around this issue and was also at the Constitutional Court when the last ruling was made.
Health experts have been raising concerns around people living with HIV with fears that they may be exposed to the Covid-19. So far we’ve not understood exactly what sort of impact it may have on them. Interestingly, UNAIDS and Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (RB) are joining forces to help people living with HIV across sub-Saharan Africa from contracting Coronavirus. How will they be doing this?
GUEST: Russel Taylor - Reckitt Benckiser SA. Regional Director Africa, health, general management
Professor Jonathan Jansen got the conversation going when he advised that the 2020 academic year be called off - due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Jansen has suggested that schools promote grade one to grade 11 learners to the next grades - but have a catch up plan in place. He says schools need to work with universities and colleges to bridge the gap for matric learners….
Guest: Hendrick Makaneta - Education activist
Today we speak about urology. According to medical journals, it is a surgical speciality that deals with the treatment of conditions involving the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive organs. What sort of conditions would make one to go visit a urologist?
GUEST: Dr Thami Madlala - Urologist
Since the start of the lockdown period, we have been receiving calls from small business owners about the pain they are feeling as their businesses were forced to shut temporarily. Well let’s speak now to an organization called SaveABusiness. They are a non-profit organisation that assists small businesses with financial aid and support during the lockdown. How do they operate and what size business do they help?
Guest: – From SaveABusiness, a non-profit organisation that assists small businesses with financial aid and support during the lockdown
Social media has been abuzz with footage of law enforcement agencies either beating people in the streets. In some cases there was a lot of brutality while sometimes it’s just a case of scaring them off to stay in their houses. But now some NGO’s are accusing them of being selective in how they execute they treatment.
Guest: Themba Masango – Secretary-General of #NotinMyName
Even though we don’t have scientific evidence on the impact that the lockdown is having on small businesses, the sector has been the most vocal. Government has promised to assist them and also getting some of them to operate. How are the different provinces assisting them? Let’s find out first from Limpopo as to what assistance they are giving to the sector…
Guest: Thabo Mokone - MEC for economic development in Limpopo
Prof Francis Petersen who is Rector and Vice-Chancellor of the University of the Free State has penned an article looking at how universities as global institutions of higher learning are managing COVID-19. Institutions of higher learning have been the hardest hit with fears that the delays are causing major disruptions on top of the factor that the year started with protest action. As far as Prof Peterson is concerned, how are universities managing the disease?
Guest: Prof Francis Petersen – Rector and Vice-Chancellor of the University of the Free State
But the Western Cape Education MEC Debbie Schaeffer on the other hand has defended her department's decision to continue the school feeding scheme during the lockdown. Schaefer says the decision came after a realisation that children who depend on the meals for their sustenance will now face hunger.
Guest: Debbie Schaeffer - Western Cape Education MEC
Government has raised its concerns over schools being vandalized during the lockdown period. Almost on a daily basis we’ve been receiving reports of schools either being burnt or equipment stolen.
Guest: Kwazi Mshengu – MEC for Education in KZN
Another follow-up from you our callers was on issues of the Unemployment Insurance Fund. It was a question asked by Justice in Polokwane. Well the department has availed themselves to deal with all questions related to the UIF
guest: Makhosonke Buthelezi - Director of Marketing and Communications for Unemployment Insurance Fund Department of Employment and Labour
In support of the President's call for unified action and in solidarity with our employees and other South African’s during this difficult time, the Board and Executive Management of Sibanye-Stillwater have therefore unanimously elected to contribute a third of their remuneration for the next three months to the national Solidarity fund.
Guest: Thabisile Phumo Senior Vice President for stakeholder relations at Sibanye-Stillwater
Yesterday we received a call from Giyo in the Eastern Cape about a programme which was started by the education minister Dr Kadar Asmal called post schooling access. He wanted to know what has since happened.
Guest: Ishmael Mnisi – Spokesperson for Higher Education Minister Dr Blade Nzimander
As part of the savings and investment journey, for the past weeks, Nedbank has provided advice about savings goals. Every week. We’ve looked at various scenarios which ordinary South Africans find themselves in financially. With the recent recession and COVID-19 pandemic crises, it is easy to lose focus and dilute your savings and investments. Especially because, many people find themselves worried if they will still have jobs in the second quarter of the year, due to the economic downturn.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
As part of the savings and investment journey, for the past weeks, Nedbank has provided advice about savings goals. Every week. We’ve looked at various scenarios which ordinary South Africans find themselves in financially. With the recent recession and COVID-19 pandemic crises, it is easy to lose focus and dilute your savings and investments. Especially because, many people find themselves worried if they will still have jobs in the second quarter of the year, due to the economic downturn.
Guest: Sisandile Cikido – Nedbank’s Head of Retail Investments
You may have heard yesterday in the news how the Chairperson of parliament's portfolio committee on Health Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to ignore calls from some liquor retailers that regulations banning the sale of alcohol be relaxed. He went on to say that the Ramaphosa administration's move to halt liquor sales is designed to protect people from transmitting the virus.
Guest: Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo - Chairperson of parliament's portfolio committee on Health
Since government announced financial measures to help business affected by the shutdown, some industries came forward accusing government of excluding them. One of those is the Agro dealers.
GUEST: Luambo Munzhedzi - President of the Agro Dealers Association of SA (ADASA)
Many companies are now changing direction and aligning their business models according to the lockdown situation. Transport business in particular was severely hard due to restrictions around the lockdown. Well, Droppa, the digital platform that provides transport delivery solutions is shifting the focus of their business. They are an on-demand e-hailing app and will now offer its services to sectors rendering essential services.
Guest: Khathu Mufamadi – CEO of Droppa, an e-hailing app in the transport sector
The Public Servants Association is calling on the health department to close the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Hospital in Durban. This comes after reports that a nurse tested positive this. Just last week, the KZN MEC for Health Nomagugu Simelane-Zulu announced that the St Augustine Hospital is closed and only one ward will remain open for positive patients.
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu - KZN manager for the Public Servants Association
If one has to confess to something, that would be fear and worry about when the Covid-19 situation is going to end. Everywhere we go there are people standing with sanitisers, now we are also required to keep a social distance. Life is we know it has changed. Fear has fallen upon us. What is all of this doing to our psychology?
GUEST: Nicolette Visagie – Clinical Psychologist
In the next hour we will hear from a psychologist about the impact the lockdown is having on us all, but let’s start off on issues of accessing information. We are talking about an interactive tool that will help with our health, businesses, work, finances and anxiety levels. The tool uses mathematical models to track the spread of the virus and provide actionable insights on how to play your part in the fight.
Guest: Abu Addae - CEO of LifeCheq
Since the lockdown, smokers have been worried about how they are going to cope since shops are not allowed to sell cigarettes. This is one of the addictions many can’t do without.
Guest: Dr Jan Chabalala – A psychiatrist with special interest in addictions
No doubt how much damage the Covid-19 is causing around all aspects of life. Business in particular is feeling it the most. Now business owners deal a lot with contracts mainly for job security and so on. Under the current lockdown, workers are expecting full wages, suppliers expect to be paid. Let’s look at the legal side of things. How does one prepare staff and labour obligation when the disturbance is a directive from government? What is my legal recourse as a business owner and what is it for an employee?
Guest: Tertius Wessels – Legal Director Strata-G Labour Solutions
The Alliance for Rural Democracy has issued a statement highlighting the plight of rural communities under the current lockdown. Interestingly they trace the problem back to the days of the Bantu-stan era. They are warning of a dire social and economic result as a consequence of the lockdown.
Guest: Siyabulela Manona – PHD Student in Geography at Rhodes University, He assisted The Alliance For Rural Democracy with a strategy on how to deal with Covid19
Ever since the outbreak of the Covid-19, we have been speaking to people in different spheres of life about how the current lockdown situation is affecting them. Today we get to understand how those who are visually impaired. What challenges are they facing in a time like this?
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Guest: Ntshavheni Netshituni – CEO of Blind SA
This morning we talk issues of ideology. Often when we talk issues of borrowing money from institutions like the IMF and the World Bank, debate arises on how capitalist they are and the consequences of the transaction. Socialism is put forward as one of the solutions that will take us forward as a country. The South African Communist Party in particular raises such arguments. Well, let’s get into the issue of communism as an ideology. Where has it succeeded and in this country, how relevant is it and is it raising its voice loud enough? Ministers who are deployed by the SACP, why do they equally enjoy perks that may be deemed capitalist by nature? Why are they not showing their counterparts how true communism is followed?
Guest: Solly Mapaila – SACP First Deputy General Secretary
The Reserve Bank has cut its growth forecasts for South Africa, predicting the economy could shrink by as much as four-percent in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, the national 21-day lockdown and the recent downgrades by credit rating agencies. The bank says growth was unlikely to exceed one-percent in 2021. In its bi-annual Monetary Policy Review the Reserve Bank says there is limited scope for a rebound and there are downside risks to the dire forecasts should the lockdown be extended. The country has reported one-thousand-655 coronavirus cases, the highest on continent, with eleven deaths. The Rand has crashed to an all-time low of above 19 to the dollar while bond yields have spiked - fueling fears of a financial and fiscal crisis. For a perspective on this,
Guest: Dr Thabi Leoka - an independent economist who also sits on Ramaphosa's Economic Advisory Panel
We’ve been hearing different opinions from medical practitioners and the sector as a whole. This time around we look at the health strategies for prevention and containment of a new Covid-19 pandemic. Where do we even start?
Guest: Dr Jabulani Ncayiyana - Epidemiologist and Senior Lecturer at the Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health and Family Medicine at the University of Cape Town
Effects of COVID-19 on unemployment According to Business Live, economists’ predict that the effects of COVID-19 on unemployment will be felt in the second quarter of the year and in the foreseeable future.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
One of the biggest health concerns that was raised within the context of the Covid-19 was the fear of contracting flue. In an article penned by Professor Marietjie Venter, she says it It is important to try to avoid getting flu this year, since you have the risk of being exposed to people that may have COVID-19 when you go to the doctor’s office. Scary thought indeed, but then how does one avoid this?
Guest: Professor Marietjie Venter, Head of the Zoonotic Arbo- and Respiratory Virus Programme, Department of Medical Virology, University of Pretoria
We turn the focus on Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) by looking at how they are affected during the national lockdown. According to the Department of Social Development there are 228 533 NPO’s in South Africa. What role can they play during this period and what will be needed for them to survive post COVID-19? Guest: Nation Builder’s executive trustee, Keri Paschal
The President of the Law Society of South Africa, Mvuzo Notyesi, says the amended regulations, governing courts during the coronavirus lockdown period, will have a significant impact on the administration of justice. The department of Justice has published amended regulations, to clear some confusion among the public. Among the amendments, lawyers involved in urgent litigation must get permission from the provincial director of the Legal Practice Council to be at court. What according to him are the consequences?
GUEST: Mvuzo Notyesi - President of the Law Society of South Africa
There has been reports doing the rounds about those people who live alone and the impact the lockdown is having on them. Some just don’t have friends or relatives they live with while others prefer being alone. Mentally how is the lockdown affecting them and what is it they can do to overcome?
Guest: Buyisile Mncina – Clinical psychologist
City of Joburg waste management company Pikitup has appealed on residents to sanitize the lids of their waste bins before collection. Pikitup continues to render waste collection services during the lockdown period. But now what about the worker? How safe are they seeing that people throw anything in the bin. How protective is their safety gear? Is it enough that we should sanitise our bins? What are their worries?
Guest: Koena Ramotlou – General Secretary of the South African Municipal Workers Union (SAMWU)
The South African Medical Association says it has requested Health Minister Zweli Mkhize to intervene in a dispute with the Limpopo Health Department over the forced quarantine of two doctors who tested positive for the coronavirus. SAMA alleges that the two doctors were forced into quarantine at the Modimolle quarantine site on Thursday when they had the means to self-isolate safely at home. SAMA chairperson Angelique Coetzee says they have lodged an urgent court application for an interdict.
Guest: Dr Mvuyisi Mzukwa - Vice-Chairperson of the South African Medical Association
Last week we spoke to two South Africans who were stuck at the Malaysian airport. They could not enter the city, but also not able to come back home. Today talk to another South African, this time in Vietnam. He is an English teacher who is stranded in Hanoi without any source of income and says his savings are running out. He has been in self isolation for 68 days.
Guest: Ruben Gerber – South African teaching English in Vietnam
Earlier this year when we were broadcasting at the funeral of the late Dr Richard Maponya in Soweto, there was one particular hymn that was sang. It’s called Lizalise idinga lakho Thixo wenyaniso "God of truth fulfill your promise". Some articles say it was a prayer composed by Rev Tiyo Soga who is said to be the first black South African to be ordained and worked to translate the Bible and John Bunyan's classic work Pilgrim's Progress into his native Xhosa language.
Guest: Rev Dr Lungile Mpetsheni – General Secretary of the Uniting Presbyterian Church in Southern Africa
Eskom says it has experienced a significant reduction in demand for electricity during the nationwide lockdown. The power utility says electricity usage has dropped by up to nine-thousand megawatts since the lockdown began last week. This has allowed Eskom to operate without the need to implement loadshedding. What does all of this mean and how do they preserve this extra energy for the rainy days?
GUEST: Lelo Mdlhadhla – Independent Energy Advisor
Since the lockdown was pronounced by President Cyril Ramaphosa, government came up with different measures to assist with the impact it may have on the different sectors. The business sector has been the hardest hit with many owners calling radio stations for clarity over different issues.
Guest: Khumbudzo Ntshavheni - Minister of Small Business Development
Traditional healers earlier raised their concerns to government feeling left out in the fight against covid-19. What is it they are bringing to the table and as far as they are concerned what assistance can they give and looking back to indigenous knowledge systems, how did our ancestors deal with outbreaks?
FOCUS: Gogo Dineo – Sangoma, Spiritual teacher, life coach and professional African storyteller, Poet, dancer and facilitator
This morning we focus on Paediatric Drug Access. This is of great concern mostly to parents. Often doctors prescribe medicine that may not solve for a child, but many of us just accept and move on. Let’s get into the subject and get to understand what we mean by today’s subject and is it advisable to just by medicine for your child without consulting a pharmacist or doctor?
GUEST: Professor Natalie Shellack – Acting head of clinical pharmacy at the Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Guest: President Kgosi Larmeck Mokoen - The Congress of Traditional Leaders of SA (Contralesa)
Let’s hear now from Clinix Health Group, they are commencing on a recruitment drive for health professionals in effort to increase its readiness efforts to confront the Covid-19. They are a group that is on the ground especially for the black community. What is it they are doing to assist the country against this disease and what would they say are the challenges in dealing with it? Also government is worried about capacity of the healthcare system should the outbreak get worse, where do they fit in?
Guest: Dumani Kula - Deputy CEO of the Clinix Group
We speak now to the South African Local Government Association about the measures they are taking in dealing with Covid-19. What role are they planning now that we’ve seen all the pronouncements made by government over the past weeks?
Guest: Xolile George – SALGA CEO
As Covid-19 continues to spread, concerns are being raised for the impact it may have on the elderly especially those aged 65 and older. Precious Robinson, chief technical specialist for prevention, care and treatment, at health NGO Right to Care says “This pandemic is a frightening time for everyone, but especially for the elderly, many of whom may feel confused without properly understanding the pandemic and why South Africa has gone on lockdown” and she joins us now on the line…
Guest: Precious Robinson, chief technical specialist for prevention, care and treatment, at health NGO Right to Care
Let’s turn our attention now to issues of reputation. Yes as a business you will get into trouble, one way or the other. The big question is how do you turn things around to save your reputation especially under the current situation where government is begging for everybody to play their part? These retailers who inflated prices have been named publicly. Surely this has tainted their reputation. Where do you start?
Guest: Tshepo Sefotlhelo – CEO of Vuma Reputation Management
Retailers found guilty of price-hiking during the Covid-19 outbreak in South Africa could be fined ten per cent of their annual turnover. Last week the National Consumer Commission investigated some retailers and businesses for unjustified price increases due to the demand for goods ahead of the national lockdown. What has happened since then? To find out what happened to those found guilty, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Sipho Ngwema – Spokesperson for the Competition Commission
The department and International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) says South Africa's foreign missions are busy collecting information of the many South African stranded abroad due to the coronavirus pandemic. Minister Naledi Pandor, as part of the national command council, says travel restrictions are accompanied by a set of national strategies in each country. Pandor says many South Africans are stuck in various countries across the world. Pandor says the South African government is doing all in its power to help repatriate stranded South Africans abroad…..
Guest: Allan Huysamen - Cape Town university student stuck in Malaysia
Guest: Allister Nunn – From Secunda
This morning we are joined by Dr Blade Nzimande who is Minister of Higher Education, science & technology. We are talking to him on a number of issues the higher education under the current lockdown. What sort of impact is it having on students seeing that time is running so fast. What is his message to students?
Guest: Dr Blade Nzimande – Minister of Higher Education, science & technology
With the recent recession, it is easy to lose focus and dilute your savings and investment portfolio.
Nedbank’s advice to its clients during this time is to keep their eyes on their savings goals and continue moving towards making a positive impact on these. Nedbank also has the tools to make savings and investments management as effortless as possible.
Guest: Sisandile Cikido: Nedbank’s Head of Retail Investments
Thousands of social grant recipients around the country stood in long queues yesterday to collect their pay-outs. The South African Social Security Agency provided early payments of social grants this month in an effort to lower the risk of COVID-19 infections. To get a sense of how the day progressed and what to expect today, we are joined on the line by…
Guest: Jackson Mthembu – Minister in the Presidency
On our legally speaking feature today we speak to Professor Dr Omphemetse Sibanda who penned an article about the impact the measures government is taking in fighting the Covid 19 is having on social justice. He points to a number of issues that point to the headache of finding a balance under the current circumstances as government is opening itself up to a lot of legal challenges. How then does the judiciary find a balance?
GUEST: Professor Dr Omphemetse Sibanda is a Professor of Law at the Faculty of Management and Law at the University of Limpopo.
As the country is now officially under lockdown, government is hoping for support for learners who may lose valuable study time. Well, this is the time now for the different role players to come forward and see how they can assist. One of those is Advantage Learn. They are offering their Maths Online platform free to help learners affected by the shutdown of schools
GUEST: James Lees - CEO of Advantage Learn
As we unite in the call by the president for all of us to stay home in an effort to defeat the Covid19, experts are worried about our mental state. Business people are worried on the one hand about their livelihood while ordinary citizens are worried about contracting the virus. How then do we prepare our minds and uphold a healthy mental state?
Guest: Dr Dominic Stott - Chief Medical Officer at Liberty
South Africa has been downgraded to junk status, according to Economists, South Africa needs to restructure the economy to resolve inequality and unemployment on.
Guest: Miyelani Mkhabela - Economist
Around the townships and rural areas elderly people are queuing for their social grants. Many have been standing in line since 1am this morning. Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu on the other hand says she is concerned about a lack of police visibility at some pay-points as the elderly and people with disabilities access their social grants during the coronavirus lockdown. She was speaking in Alexandra, north of Johannesburg, where long queues have formed at social grant pay-points. Our reporters are out and about monitoring the situation and let’s cross to some of them to get a sense of what the situation is like on the ground. We start off with Sashin Naidoo who was in Alexandra this morning and is now at Jabulani Mall…..
GUEST: Sashin Naidoo – SABC reporter joining us on the line from Jabulani Mall in Soweto
Thousands of elderly people and people living with disabilities have travelled by bus and taxi from the rural areas around Mthatha in the Eastern Cape from as early as one o'clock this morning to collect their social grants
GUEST: Nkululeko Nyembezi - SABC reporter in Mthatha
Gender activists are worried that the lockdown may pave the way for gender based violence. The concern is how do victims of abuse report perpetrators under these circumstances.
Guest: Dr Lesley Ann Foster – Director of Masimanyane Women’s Rights and she also serves on the President’s advisory committee on gender
Staff at Correctional Services are threatening to go on strike. One of the major issues they are highlighting is that of safety for their health as they claim not having been given protective clothing.
Guest: Singabakho Nxumalo – Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services
Some healthcare workers who are at the forefront of combating COVID-19 say they are fearful of contracting the virus, while others say they have decided to isolate themselves from their families. South Africa currently has more than 900 confirmed corona virus cases. The national lockdown, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa has started from this morning. Healthcare workers who will continue to work throughout the lockdown, say while their emotions are running high they will do all humanly possible to contain the virus and save lives. Prabashini Moodley reports..
GUEST: Cassim Lekhoathi, DENOSA Acting General Secretary
On our health feature today we focus on Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. According to medical journals, Having the disease makes it hard for one to breath.
GUESTS: Dr Hlanjwa Maepa – Specialist physician with super specialty training in the field of Pulmonology based at Port Elizabeth, Netcare Greenacres
Academics are analyzing the impact that the Covid-19 is having on the country as a whole. As the Talking Point we have been bringing you all aspects of where things like the lockdown are hitting the most. One of those is that what happens to those poor children who depend on feeding schemes at schools now that schools are closed?
guest: Nic Spaul - Senior Researcher in the Economics Department at University of Stellenbosch Business School
The 21-day lock-down period has many people worried about what they are going to operate. But experts in the field of systems are saying this could change how business is run especially in the build-up to the 4th Industrial Revolution. What are the tips they have for the SMME sector as it is the most nervous of them all?
Guest: Lauren du Plooy, director at Rae & Associates and Intuit QuickBooks trainer
As countries battle to deal with the Covid-19 crisis, food security is becoming a serious concern as productivity is affected and people are panic-buying. What is the economic impact of food security? We hear now from those who are involved in the sector to talk about whether we should be worried?
Guest: Becky Opdyke - Chief Marketing Officer for Tiger Brands
The South African humanitarian relief organisation Gift of the Givers is partnering with the government on its Covid-19 initiative. The organisaton will augment public health services by supporting medical professionals with protective wear, supplying relevant essential medical equipment and providing medical consumables to the institutions in urgent need. Dr Imtiaz Sooliman explains what it is they are doing….
Guest: Dr Imtiaz Sooliman – Founder of Gift of the Givers
Tributes are pouring in for traditional healer Credo Mutwa who has died at the age of 98. The Credo Mutwa Foundation has confirmed his passing. The foundation is yet to release a statement with more information. Meanwhile the family of the deceased has asked for space during its time of grieving. In this extract from the film Celestial Knowledge Credo Mutwa speaks about aliens or greys beings known as Mantindane in Africa…
guest: Matsediso Setai spokeperson of the Credo Mutwa Foundation
Since the outbreak of the Covid-19, many people are shutting themselves in their small spaces to avoid public contact. The internet is now becoming a very useful tool for shopping and all sorts of activity that won’t expose one’s health. Even government and other institutions are using the internet to raise funds. In light of this, experts are warning against cybercrime in times like these. Why is it that cyber criminals always seem to be ahead of authorities? Are they just a bunch of intelligent people? As members of the public, what is that one thing we should always be aware of? GUEST: Maeson Maherry – Chief Solutions Officer at Lawtrust
We speak now to Professor Salim Abdool Karim as concerns are raised about the impact the Covid-19 may have for people who live with HIV. What is it they should be worried about? What sort of impact would Covid-19 have on them and what it is they should be doing?
Guest: Professor Salim Abdool Karim – Director of the Centrefor the Aids Programme of Research in South Africa
All of us are nervous about contracting the corona virus wherever we are. But since many of us who are fortunate enough to be employed, we worry about our safety in the workplace. What are my rights as an employee and what is the employer’s rights? Is it the duty of the employer to keep me safe? If I do contract it, do I get paid to stay home?
GUEST: Anli Bezuidenhout – Senior Associate in the Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Employment practice
As government tries to cover all aspects regarding preventing Covid-19 from spreading, concerns are being raised by truck drivers about toll gates. Truck drivers zigzag the country and across our borders on a daily basis and have a view about what is happening in other parts of the country.
Guest: Mary Phadi – Truckers Association of South Africa (TASA) President
The South African Football Coaches Association (SAFCA) has added their voice in support of the suspension of football matches in the country due to COVID-19.
Guest: President, Greg Mashilo, SAFCA
As the world continues to battle against Covid-19, governments are doing all they can to cover all aspects of possible infections. But now as we talk about the workplace, questions are being raised of domestic workers. Since they are employed by households, how does one deal with them? Do we say they must stay at home? How do we cover their salaries since they can’t work from their homes? What do you do with the one who works for more than one family?
Guest: Myrtle Witbooi - General secretary of the South African Domestic Service and Allied Workers Union
Earlier in the week we received a voice note on a businessman who was running a food shop in one of the universities. He is worried about what happens to his business since universities were instructed to close early. This will affect his business negatively he says….
Guest: Albert van Wyk, entrepreneur, property investor and best-selling author of his book "How to Become a Millionaire at 22
On our health feature today we focus on pancreatic cancer. What is it exactly and what are some of the main causes? What is it we should know about it and is there that one thing that one should avoid in order not to contract it or is it just something that happen to anyone? What are we to know about it?
Guest: Dr Khalo – An oncologist based at the 1 Military Hospital is situated at Pretoria
Since the outbreak of the Covid-19, we have been speaking to various institutions and affected communities. We’ve also brought you a global perspective on the latest developments. Now that the amount of infections is increasing, we bring you the local perspective. Let’s get an understanding of how the hostel communities are dealing with the situation as we welcome…. Guest: Mthembiseni Thusi – Chair of Ubunye Bama Hostela
The Department of Arts and Culture giving clarity on PSL Matches and sports in general due to Corona Virus.
Guest: Walter Mokoena Special Advisor to Minister of Department of Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa
Professor Steven Friedman has penned an article where he asks whether the commenting classes are worried about what the coronavirus might do to people living in poverty — or what its spread to poor people might do to them? He goes on to say that a common reaction to the virus is driven by an open or implied fear that it will spread to the areas where poor people live, after which it will wreak havoc.
Guest: Steven Friedman, Professor of political studies at the University of Johannesburg
As the world battles to deal with the impact of the Covid-19 disease, different industries are coming up with ways to deal with the situation. Yesterday Sports, Arts and Culture Minister, Nathi Mthethwa questioned how artists are going to deal with the crisis…
Dr Sipho Sithole – Cultural practitioner and Research Fellow at the University of Johannesburg
As universities around the country are letting students go home as a precaution to deal with the Covid-19 disease, two students at Wits University are taking the institution to court. They are alleging that students will be going home without knowing their infection status, and may then infect others. To get an understanding of the legal challenge,
Guest: Musa Sithole
As we mark national water month, for many there’s very little to celebrate. Government on the other hand is calling on people to wash regularly, but with which water? How then do we deal with the Covid-19 under the current problems we are facing regarding water? How do we get ourselves out of this situation? What are the solutions? Guest: Dhesigen Naidoo - CEO of the Water Research Commission
The Covid-19 has no doubt affected all aspects of our lives. Government on the other hand is doing all it can to introduce stringent measures to deal with the situation. But then there’s the issue of traditional leaders who oversee many of the country’s rural areas. What role are they playing in educating their subjects on the disease and what is their involvement in helping the country? What are their concerns?
Guest: Nkosi Mwelo Nonkonyana – Chairperson of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa also known as CONTRALESA
Today we get into the extraction sector getting to understand its history and so on. What is the history behind this sector?
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) is today (Tuesday) launching a book entitled: ‘Equitable Rural Socioeconomic Change: Land, climate dynamics and technological innovation’. One of the aspects the book is looking at is the views of victims of socioeconomic marginalisation and global warming catastrophes on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. To unpack it for us, we are joined by… GUEST: Dr Peter Jacobs – Editor of the book entitled: ‘Equitable Rural Socioeconomic Change: Land, climate dynamics and technological innovation’
The Covid-19 disease has affected all aspects of our lives. Yesterday we saw all the cabinet ministers briefing the nation about the steps they will be taking moving forward. Business on the other is the most worried as these measures will hit the country very hard. This comes at a time where the country’s economy is in a very bad state. For a perspective on the state of the economy.
Guest: Busi Mavuso - Chief Executive Officer of Business Leadership South Africa
We turn our attention now to the geo-political impact deriving from travel bans. Just last week, US president Donald Trump banned flights from Europe, a move that upset many as they worried about the impact it would have on trade. For a perspective on this, we are joined on the line by…..
Guest: Prof Siphamandla Zondi – Professor of Political Science at the University of Pretoria
Universities around the country have announced measure of dealing with the situation. What we will do throughout the show is speak to them one by one about how they are handling it. We start with the UCT as they have confirmed that a staff member has tested positive. To hear from the UCT,
GUEST: Elijah Mohololo – Spokesperson for the University of Cape Town
We hear now from the Progressive Professionals Forum. They held a special NEC meeting on Friday among other issues to communicate its position on the current global outbreak of the Covid-19 virus. We speak to them now to get an understanding of what their concerns are on the issue and whether they are satisfied about how government is handling the situation?
Guest: Kashif Wilcomb – President of the Progressive Professionals Forum
guest: Ms Nomusa Dube-Ncube, MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs In Kzn
guest: Mr Sibusiso Myeza - Deputy Director General for Economic Development, Tourism and Environment Affairs In Kzn
Steve Harris, who is the General Secretary of the United National Transport Union (UNTU) has informed parliament's portfolio committee on public enterprises that Transnet failed to ensure that 60% of the production and content of electric locomotives and 55% for diesel locomotives are manufactured locally.
Guest: Sonja Carstens, Deputy-General Secretary of the United National Transport Union
As you may be hearing over and over on our airwaves that one of South Africa’s legendary soapies, Isidingo is coming to an end this evening. So we thought we can’t just let it go like that without paying tribute to the people who made it a success over the years. The people who made you run home and never miss an episode……..
GUESTS(Studio): Hlubi Mboya (Plays Nandipha) Robert Whitehead – (Plays Barker Haines) Motlatsi Mafatshe – (Plays Sechaba) Program creator: Gray Hofmeyr
We know the story well of how musicians die in poverty with no royalties. The stories are so many that one doesn’t even know where to start. In today’s age music is downloaded on all sorts of sides. Radio stations play music over and over. How does the money owed to the musicians get to them? Well we hear now from an organization called the South African Music Performance Rights Association. They are the people who make sure that the hard-earned money does go to the artist….
Guest: Ms Tiyani Maluleke, Chief Stakeholder Officer at SAMPRA
The theft of overhead cables and railway equipment in South Africa has reached unprecedented levels with the impact being felt by critical industries such as the mining, automotive, steel and agriculture among others. Transnet which has an interface agreement with Prasa – (sharing of railway lines) has experienced the theft of cables and railway equipment such as rail tracks particularly in the Pretoria complex, one of the country’s largest rail interchange which services key rail corridors such as the Cape, Natal, Port Elizabeth and Coal lines.
GUEST: LLOYD TOBIAS – ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE AT Transnet Freight Rail
Minister of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Thoko Didiza will this coming Saturday handing over title deeds to beneficiaries of the Qhubekani-Mnqobokazi and Makhasa community trusts. This follows a resolution by the inter-Ministerial Committee on Land Reform on 21 February 2020, that title deeds should be handed over to land claim beneficiaries in cases where land had been released by the state. Let’s use this opportunity now to get an understanding on how the process works and what conditions the recipients must meet. Also are they allowed to lease the land and so on?
Guest: Mrs Nomfundo Nhloko-Gobodo – Land claims commissioner
According to a report by GroundUp, 659 pupils from Mahumani Secondary School in Giyani municipality, Limpopo are using one toilet and that Grade 12 learners are crammed in grade 11 classrooms because storm winds took the roofs off four grade 12 classrooms last year in November. What is going on in Limpopo and what is it that’s making it impossible for the department there to solve the school problems?
Guest: Bernard Chiguvare / GroundUp (tbc)
Guest: Zanele Modise, Equal Education Limpopo Junior Organiser.
Yesterday (Tuesday), various stakeholders hosted an illicit trade dialogue in Sandton. The illicit trade in tobacco, especially cigarettes, costs South Africa’s economy billions of rands annually through loss of tax revenue. According to the South African Revenue Service (SARS), the estimated loss through the illegal cigarette trade for the 2015/16 financial year was R6 billion. Why is it such a big problem to solve as we’ve heard about it for so many years? What are the challenges in dealing with it?
Guest: Chad Thomas. CEO at IRS Forensic Investigations
Today we look at the South African state of the economy which reflects the state of the social economic status of the country which is reflected by the high rate of unemployment and poverty amongst the historically marginalized. Izak Khomo highlights some of the points of direction in which the country is goin:
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
In his 2020 budget speech announced that the zero-duty threshold on transfer duty for properties has increased to the R1 million mark. Welcoming news for the property sector. The previous zero-transfer duty threshold, in force since 2017, was R900 000.
GUEST: Francois Viruli – Property Economist and lecturer in Urban Economics, Property Development and Portfolio Management at UCT in the School of Construction Economics and management
As we continue the discussion around personal investment, the focus with this interview is around the tools that make it as easy as possible for clients to invest. Specifically, we’re looking at Nedbank’s Electronic OptimumPlus and Electronic 12 Month Fixed Deposit accounts and how they are enabling a consumer investment culture.
Guest: Sisandile Cikido – Nedbank’s Head of Retail Investments GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Stock markets around the world fell sharply with share values marking the worst day since the financial crisis of 2008. What does all of this mean for South Africa?
Guest: Maudi Lentsoane, CEO Lehumo Investments
On our Legally Speaking feature we spoke to the Justice Department about the issue of parole and the harm caused by parolees to the public. This follows comments made by Police Minister Bheki Cele at the funeral service of murdered eight-year old Tazne Van Wyk at Elsies River on the Cape Flats. President Cyril Ramaphosa earlier visited the family of Van Wyk and undertook to review the parole system. Today we bring you a perspective from the side of Correctional Services as to what their duty is to parolees. How do they manage and monitor them? Also as far as they are concerned, where are the loopholes?
GUEST: Singabakho Nxumalo – Spokesperson for Correctional Services
In our on-going conversation around the issue of apartheid economic crimes, we got different views where some believe the chapter should be closed so we can all move on, while others believe the matter needs to be dealt with. Last week we spoke to the SA History Archives who took the South African Reserve Bank to court in a bid to force them to the release apartheid era records. Today be bring you a perspective from someone who wrote extensively about the inner dealings of the South African Reserve Bank and how it operated and also whether they should be forced to release the records…
Guest: Ahmed Motiar (Author of ‘The Reserve Bank - a License to Steal Money from Citizens? How Money Is Created from Nothing for Dummies’)
Since South Africa took over chairmanship of the African Union, there has been calls from different quarters for Pretoria to change and enforce issues like human rights, political reforms and economic advancement. One of the institutions that held discussions on South Africa’s chairmanship is the Human Sciences Research Council. They held a session on strategies to ensure South Africa's chairmanship is successful.
GUEST: Liesl Louw-Vaudran – Senior Research consultant at the Institute for Security Studies
Trade Union Solidarity says that the South African Police Services has failed to respond to their affidavits in a case of re-ranking former liberation army member in the police ranks. Other interest groups like the PAC have also questioned why the police are delaying.
Guest: Renate Barnard – national spokesperson for Trade Union Solidarity
We are coming to you live this morning from the Birchwood Hotel in Ekurhuleni where Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu, is convening a Human Settlement Indaba. This is the first one in the 6th administration. One of the things the Indaba hopes to do is strengthen strategic partnerships with sector stakeholders to realise spatial transformation, adequate housing and security of tenure through the provision of 1 million housing opportunities and an improved quality of living environments.
Guest: Samson Moraba - CEO of the National Housing Finance Corporation.
We are coming to you live this morning from the Birchwood Hotel in Ekurhuleni where Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu, is convening a Human Settlement Indaba. This is the first one in the 6th administration. One of the things the Indaba hopes to do is strengthen strategic partnerships with sector stakeholders to realise spatial transformation, adequate housing and security of tenure through the provision of 1 million housing opportunities and an improved quality of living environments.
Guest: Rory Gallocher - CEO of the Social Housing Regulatory Authority.
We are coming to you live this morning from the Birchwood Hotel in Ekurhuleni where Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu, is convening a Human Settlement Indaba. This is the first one in the 6th administration. One of the things the Indaba hopes to do is strengthen strategic partnerships with sector stakeholders to realise spatial transformation, adequate housing and security of tenure through the provision of 1 million housing opportunities and an improved quality of living environments. To get an overview of the Indaba, we are joined in our make-shift studio by…
Guest: Mikhial Mariemuthu - Digital Marketing Developer at NMVE Capital Investment Services
Guest: Simphiwe Sofa - Digital Media Developer at NMVE Capital Investment Services.
We are coming to you live this morning from the Birchwood Hotel in Ekurhuleni where Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu, is convening a Human Settlement Indaba. This is the first one in the 6th administration. One of the things the Indaba hopes to do is strengthen strategic partnerships with sector stakeholders to realise spatial transformation, adequate housing and security of tenure through the provision of 1 million housing opportunities and an improved quality of living environments.
Guest: Xolani Xundu – Head of Communications for the Department of Human Settlements
We are coming to you live this morning from the Birchwood Hotel in Ekurhuleni where Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu, is convening a Human Settlement Indaba. This is the first one in the 6th administration. One of the things the Indaba hopes to do is strengthen strategic partnerships with sector stakeholders to realise spatial transformation, adequate housing and security of tenure through the provision of 1 million housing opportunities and an improved quality of living environments. To get an overview of the Indaba, we are joined in our make-shift studio by…
Guest(OB): Pierre Venter – General Manager at The Banking Association South Africa
Guest (OB): Neville Chainee – Acting DG for the Department of Human Settlements
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged South Africans not to panic as the country registers its first confirmed case of the deadly coronavirus. The patient is a 38-year-old man in KwaZulu Natal who travelled to Italy with his wife. They were part of a group of ten people who arrived back in South Africa on the first of March. The other travellers are now being traced. Ramaphosa briefed the media at the Waterkloof Airforce Base in Pretoria and says the World Health Organisation has been informed of the situation..
GUEST: Dr Frans Korb - Clinical Psychologist , Psychiatrist and SADAG Board-Member
This week was again dominated by student protests at universities around the country. The reasons differ, but they are all making demands that go beyond the university’s mandates, from accommodation to free transport.
Guest: Professor Mashupye Kgaphola, Executive Director University of Zululand, Richards Bay Campus
SA National Defence Union Reaction to rumors that the SANDF are unwilling to travel to China due to safety concerns.
Guest: Adv. Pikkie Greeff - Sandu national secretary
The SANDF has been tasked with returning the 184 South Africans from Wuhan city in China which is considered the epicentre of the outbreak of the coronavirus. But there have been rumors that they are unwilling to travel to China due to safety concerns.
Guest: Siphiwe Dlamini – SANDF Spokesperson
This morning we focus on Intuitive Eating – What is it exactly? According to health articles, it is not a diet. It's a way of eating that teaches you to eat based on your natural hunger and fullness signals. Let’s get into it and learn all about how and why we should eat properly and what are the benefits?
GUEST: Natalie Mat – A registered Clinical Dietician with a Master’s degree in Dietetics from the University of Pretoria
We speak now to Three Sixty Global Solutions Group. They are a subsidiary of NUMSA Investment Company. They are partnering with the Council for Science and Industrial Research to accelerate technology commercialization. We speak to then now about this venture and what it entails. Also why so much interest from them to invest in technology?
Guest: Khandani Msibi - CEO of 3Sixty Global Solutions Group
This year marks the 9th annual edition of the Proudly South African Buy Local Summit & Expo which incorporates the Business Solutions Hub. The campaign focuses on the promotion of buying locally grown, produced or manufactured goods or services. This is good news for the business sector, but just how successful is this campaign and does it work in promoting the spirit of buying local?
Guest: Happy Ngidi – Chief Marketing Officer at Proudly South African
As you’ve just heard in the news that Gauteng Premier David Makhura has announced that the City of Tshwane has been placed under administration. The City is currently facing a leadership crisis following the resignation of Mayor Stevens Mokgalapa last month. The entire executive which served under Mayor Mokgalapa was dissolved during his resignation. Speaking during a media briefing, Makhura says the Tshwane Council has been dissolved and an Administrator will be appointed to run the Municipality until a new Council is elected in 90 days. Is this about governance or political power? Is it politicians putting their interests first? If I’m a resident of Tshwane, should I be worried?
Guest: John Moodey – DA Chairperson in Gauteng
Yesterday (Tuesday), SA History Archives and the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) faced off in an epic court battle centred on the release of apartheid era records. The case is fundamentally important to the work of civil society in South Africa and involves central questions related to the unfinished business of justice for apartheid era economic crimes. To get an understanding about this case and why these records are so important,
Guest: Geraldine Frieslaar - Director at the South African History Archive
Jazz lovers are in for a treat this year as the Cape Town Jazz Festival brings them another exciting list of great artists. One of the greats is legendary Abdulla Ibrahim and to find out more as to what to expect this time around,
Guest: Billy Domingo – CEO of ESP Africa, owners of the Cape Town International Festival
The public service sector has been dominating the news since last week’s Budget speech by Finance Minister Tito Mboweni. The main focus was on how to cut what he deems a bloated pubic service bill.
GUEST: Senzo Mchunu – Minister of Public Service and Administration
We finish off on the issue of reparations. Taking it from South Africa, then to Namibia. When we talk reparations, what exactly do we mean?
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
Zimbabwe’s Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs is in the country addressing the Pan African Parliament. He was talking about the impact on sanctions in his country and the SADC region. We use this opportunity now to talk about the state of Zimbabwe and the sort of challenges the country is facing…
GUEST: David Masabayana – Zimbabwe’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs
As part of the Nedbank Savings Goals journey. This week’s personal finance slot we will be promoting Nedbank’s Electronic 12 Month Fixed Deposit Account and the Electronic Optimum Plus. While traditional transactional accounts have their benefits, innovative investment vehicles such as the Electronic 12 Month Fixed Deposit Account or the Electronic Optimum Plus allow customers to easily and quickly put away any surplus cash, from as little as R1000, earning up to 7.49%.
Guest: Sisandile Cikido – Nedbank’s Head of Retail Investments GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Police Minister Bheki Cele says the police and the justice department will look at implementing mechanisms that would make it impossible for perpetrators of crimes against women and children to get parole. Cele was speaking at the funeral service of murdered eight-year old Tazne Van Wyk at Elsies River on the Cape Flats. President Cyril Ramaphosa earlier visited the family of Van Wyk and undertook to review the parole system. The damage is done, what then for the family? Is it enough that the parole system should be relooked at?
GUEST: Chrispin Phiri – Spokesperson for the Department of Justice
The Black farmers Association of South Africa last week hosted what they call a 100% radical Transformation Summit where they were hoping to raise a number of issues with some of the national retailers. We spoke to them before the summit and today we talk solutions and find out what came out of the discussions. We are also joined by other stakeholders to get a sense of where the difficulties are…
GUEST: Dr Lenox Mtshagi – President of the Black farmers Association of South Africa
Guest: Luambo Munzhedzi - President of the Agro Dealers Association of SA (ADASA)
Guest: Nakana Masoka - secretary-general of the African Farmers Association of South Africa
ANC KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary - Mdumiseni Ntuli - says the party is committed to reconcile with the IFP. He says the ANC has no intention to topple the IFP where it is governing. He says the parties will continue to engage on different issues raised by the IFP. Let’s zoom into the relationship of the two parties. What should we read into what Ntuli is saying?
Guest: Xolani Dube, Researcher and political analyst from the XUBERA Institute for Research and Development
Today’s guest on our Friday Wind Down is someone who is mostly associated with human rights issues. We know her from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. She has set on so many other commissions on human rights around the world. Let’s give you a clue by listening to this snippet…… GUEST: Yasmin Sooka - Former TRC Commissioner and currently a human rights lawyer
Two days ago while discussing the state of our universities, we received some voice notes about the things students do for money. Some young women are said to sleep with older men for money as many of them battle to survive at university. Let’s listen to one voice note and talk about this issue. Where is the system letting them down?
GUEST: Kuhlekonke Ntuli - UKZN's former SRC President at Howard College campus
The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) has recalled tinned pilchard products sold by retailers countrywide, that’s because the product was “compromised’ on the production line when the sauce was added to the fish in the can, and “therefore could affect the safety of consumers”, the NRCS said. Now we turn the attention to the consumer to look at what are our rights? Expired food in shops, do the health inspectors check the dates? Is it our duty as consumers to check the dates and do what if you find that something has expired? If you happen to have consumed the recalled tinned fish, can you take legal action?
Guest: Wendy Knower – Consumer Writer
This morning we all matters related to the skin. Dr Bonolo Musiana is a specialist dermatologist who joins us in studio to talk about skin conditions that sometimes affect them not just physically, but also their self-esteem.
GUEST: Dr Bondolo Mushiana - Specialist Dermatologist
The African Union’s Advisory Board on Anti-Corruption is in the country for a few days to undertake an evaluation mission on the implementation of Anti-Corruption measures.
Guest: Honorable Sabina Seja - Representative of the African Union’s Advisory Board on Anti-Corruption
Comedians make us laugh all the time and many of them have become household names. But how much do we know about the business side of comedy? How do they bill? How do they get booked? What makes them appealing to the public and event organisers? How has the industry become so big and lucrative?
Guest: Kedibone Mulaudzi - Comedian
The process of assessing whether there is a prima facie case to be made for the removal of public protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has been delayed after the Democratic Alliance has withdrawn its motion and will submit a new one. The DA says its new submission has over 7-thousand pages of evidence.
Guest: Natasha Mazzone – DA Chief Whip
Guest: Moloto Mothapo – Spokesperson for Parliament
The office of the Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi yesterday released a statement offering condolences on the passing of former leader Hosni Mubarak. He died at the age of 91. Mubarak ruled Egypt for 30 years until he was ousted following mass protests against his rule in 2011. He was jailed for years after the uprising, but was freed in 2017 after being acquitted of most charges. To get an understanding of who he was and what was it about him that kept the country going compared to today?
Guest: Ibrahim Dean – Researcher at the Afro-Middle East Centre
Bernadine Galliver, Associate Director Tourism Specialist Unit at BDO has penned an article where she says “the time is now to get South Africans to rediscover their own country”. This is in light of the world fearing the Corona virus by traveling. Many people are now keeping it local, but how does the tourism sector capitalize on this?
GUEST: Bernadine Galliver, Associate Director Tourism Specialist Unit at BDO
We continue our focus on the state of higher education which is brought to the limelight by acts of violence by students at universities. Today we turn our focus on parliament and the Universities South Africa to hear what they have to say on the issue…
GUEST: Mohlopi Mapulane – Chairperson of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Higher Education
Guest: Professor Ahmed Bawa – CEO and Spokesperson for Universities SA
As we eagerly await Finance Minister Tito Mboweni’s Budget Speech, aanalysts feel say that one of the biggest challenges he is facing faces is deciding whether to increase government spending in order to stimulate economic growth or to cut spending as a means of arresting the government's growing debt. Other big worry is that he may increase the tax. Under the current economic climate how much space does he have to work with and also while civil society is hoping more for a pro-poor budget, where does it leave the middle class? What can we hope for?
GUEST: Dr Thabi Leoka - an independent economist who also sits on Ramaphosa's Economic Advisory Panel
The Black farmers Association of South Africa will be hosting what they call a 100% radical Transformation Summit on Friday where they will be raising a number of issues with some of the national retailers. Today with Finance Minister Tito Mboweni hosting his budget speech, what are their expectations and what do they mean by “Radical Transformation”?
GUEST: Dr Lenox Mtshagi – President of the Black farmers Association of South Africa
As we continue the theme of black history month, we turn our focus to Haiti and its history, colonialism and the issue of reparations…
Guest: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
Yesterday we spoke to cconcerned parents of students at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, who formed a crisis committee to deal with the worsening situation at the institution. Speaking to Bishop Rubin Phillip who is Chair of the UKZN Crisis Committee he had this to say…..
Guest: Siyabonga Moses Nkambako - SRC Chairperson Westville campus
South Africans face many barriers to saving, from societal and lifestyle pressures, to servicing of debt and family responsibilities. The reality is that a large percentage of consumers are over indebted with little money to save. This morning we are joined by Nedbank to give solutions to this problem….
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Guest: Sisandile Cikido – Nedbank’s Head of Retail
Several townships around Johannesburg are on shut down today and tomorrow. The protest action started in Soweto yesterday over electricity issues. Soweto residents are demanding a flat rate for electricity. To try to understand why the other communities are joining the fight, we are joined on the line by….
GUEST: Lehlohonolo Makgele – One of the organizers of the Soweto Shut Down
Guest: Benjamin Chisari – Secretary for the Alexandra concerned community
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says it is considering suing the formerly Gupta-owned mining group Tegeta Exploration and Resources for the funds already paid over to it in the now invalidated coal contract with Eskom. Yesterday, the SIU secured a high court order setting aside the three-point-seven-billion-rand contract. The agreement was signed in 2015 to supply coal for ten years to the Majuba power station. The court has found the contract to be unlawful and invalid. What does this victory mean for the SIU and what is the warning to other institutions involved in such activities?
Guest: Kaizer Kganyago – Spokesperson for the Special Investigating Unit
Protesters blocked several roads with burning tyres and rocks in Klipspruit, Soweto. A Putco bus was set alight. Some reports indicate that the residents are calling for the local councilor to step down. There’s also unconfirmed reports of calls for a total shutdown tomorrow and Wednesday. To get an understanding of some of the reasons behind the protest,
Guest: Seth Mazibuko – Spokesperson for the Gauteng Housing Crisis Committee
Former rebel leader, Riek Machar, has been sworn in as South Sudan's first vice president during a ceremony in Juba on Saturday. On Thursday, President Salva Kiir and Riek Machar agreed to form a unity government, ending years of fighting. raising hopes that this will now see an end to six years of civil conflict that has left thousands dead and more than a million displaced. It has been a long journey indeed, is this now peace at last? To help us navigate through this, we are joined in studio by…
GUEST: Nixon Kathembo, specialist on the Great Lakes and East Africa and also works on the KiSwahili Desk at Channel Africa
We have seen in these past weeks how protests at universities have turned violent with students burning and damaging property. This has now led to cconcerned parents of students at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, forming a crisis committee to deal with the worsening situation at the institution. The start of the academic year has been marred by violent student protests over issues such as historic debt and accommodation. Central to the student protests has been the university's policy requiring students to pay 15% of their historical debt before they are cleared to register. Let’s hear now from them as we welcome…
Guest: Bishop Rubin Phillip – Chair of the UKZN Crisis Committee
Today on our Friday Wind Down we feature former DA leader Mmusi Maimane, the Barrack Obama of Soweto. We don’t really need much introduction on him as he’s been a major player in our national politics. Now that he is no longer DA leader, what is he focusing on?
GUEST: Mmusi Maimane Former leader of the Democratic Alliance
Let’s visit the arts now and talk about movies that reflect our past history and how communities would do stuff under the nose of the apartheid regime. Here is a movie entitled “Letters of hope.” It is set in 1976 apartheid South Africa, and tell the story of 16-year-old Jeremiah, who really wants to be a policeman and can’t understand why his father won’t let him.
GUEST: Aphiwe Mkefe - Lead actor on Letters on hope
Guest: Vusi Africa - Director of the movie, Letters of Hope
The Portfolio Committee on Health will today undertake the last leg of public hearings on the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill in Soshanguve, Gauteng. The Gauteng hearings follow nationwide public hearings in which participants contributed to strengthening the Bill. The NHI Bill is intended to achieve universal access to healthcare services in South Africa, which is a constitutional right.
GUEST: Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo, the chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Health
Let’s focus now on issues of occupational health. What is involved and how big a role does it play in the wellbeing of workers? Also how important is it?
GUEST: Dr Louis Ellis – General Practitioner and Occupational Medical Practitioner in the Northern Cape
Interested in getting into the business of real estate or property development? Or perhaps you first want to learn about some different aspects of the real estate industry? Well this morning on our business feature we are going to look at Investing in real estate and starting a rental property business. For many people, becoming a landlord is the foundation of their real estate business model. By owning a property and renting it out. For more on the business we are now joined in studio by…
GUEST: Jaco van der Merwe, from Property Bees, a Real estate agency in Roodepoort, Johannesburg
National Taxi Council, Santaco, has welcomed recommendations by the Competition Commission that government should reconsider subsidies for the taxi industry. The Commission released a provisional report on public transport pricing. It found that trains and buses are well subsidized while the taxi industry gets as little as one-percent and nothing for metered taxis. To discuss this issue and find out why the Competition Commission is making the call,
Guest: Phillip Taaibosch – Santaco President guest: Thulani Mandiriza – Principal Economist at the Competition Commission
Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi says the Cape Town municipality will provide temporary accommodation for foreign nationals who will be moved from the Cape Town CBD. The verification process has begun following the recent Western Cape High Court ruling. The city will remove the immigrants from the streets and sidewalks around Greenmarket Square, in line with the court order. The foreign nationals say they want to be taken to another country - but not their countries of origin. Motsoaledi says the municipality will assist these people…..
Guest: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi – Minister of Home Affairs
Westbury has been in the news for all the wrong reasons last year and the year before. The community made headlines when community members decided to stand up and do something about the crime and gangs in the area. Well today we have a good story coming out of there. A good example of making a difference in one’s community. Youngsters starting soccer team against all odds.
GUEST: Brandon Morris, who is a soccer Player and Byron Foster, who is a soccer Coach
We now speak to one of our listeners Koekie Saint-Quinton, from Pretoria, a mother who is concerned about her son, who is living in Nanyang, China, an area approximately 400km away from Wuhan, where the Coronavirus was first detected. The Coronavirus now termed COVID-19 is a virus that causes severe lung disease. The coronavirus has infected over 70 000 people in China as of 16 February, with 1,770 of them dying.
GUEST: Koekie Saint-Quinton, Safm Listener
Professor Adam Habib, the Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of the Witwatersrand, has resigned and will leave the University at the end of December. He has accepted an offer to serve as the Director of the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) based in London as from 1 January 2021.
GUEST: Professor Adam Habib, the Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of the Witwatersrand
Gender activists are waiting for an apology from President Cyril Ramaphosa for government's failure to adequately address the rate of gender-based violence in the country. They are expressing anger over the manner in which accusations of GBV were raised during yesterday's State of the Nation debate - after ANC MP, Boy Mamabolo, accused EFF leader Julius Malema of abusing his wife. Malema denied it and in return accused Ramaphosa of having abused his late wife, Nomazizi. Malema was asked to leave the house, resulting in all EFF MP's walking out. Dozens of women have now taken to social media, slamming MPs for using gender-based violence as a political tool.
GUEST: Themba Masango, secretary-general of #NotInMyNameSA
This morning as we mark black history month, we turn our focus on the Trans-Atlantic-Slavery. Last year mark 400 years of the dreadful slave trade. What were the dynamics involved and what should we know about it?
GUEST : Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
The City of Cape Town has welcomed the Cape High Court ruling that will allow it to enforce its by-laws outside the Central Methodist Church where hundreds of foreign nationals are sheltered. The court yesterday granted the City an interim order to remove the group of foreign nationals living on the pavement outside the church. The City applied for an interdict last year after members of the group who couldn't be accommodated in the church moved onto Green Market Square where they were sleeping, cooking and washing.
Guest: Chris Nissen, Human Rights Commissioner for the Western Cape
SABC Education has launched a campaign against Femicide and rape. The year-long campaign aims to raise awareness against the abuse and killing of women. SABC Education says “we need to teach our sons to respect ALL women”.
Guest : Neo Nthite, SABC Education marketing manager
The different investments one can make before the end of February which have tax savings benefits.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Since the controversy around former president FW De Klerk’s comments on apartheid, different views have been coming through mostly in an angry tone. Interestingly, people are starting to link the TRC to this matter and questioning what all of that evidence means and also why the ANC has not acted on the information that came out during the hearings. How does all of this put the spotlight on the TRC?
GUEST: Yasmin Sooka – Former TRC Commissioner and currently a human rights lawyer
Time now for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking. This morning we will look at the right to basic education for undocumented children. This after the department of basic education published a national circular notice to all schools to allow undocumented pupils access to education following a landmark judgment by the Eastern Cape High Court in Makhanda in December, which ruled it was unconstitutional and unlawful to deny undocumented pupils a right to education. However, some schools were still turning away undocumented immigrant children despite the ruling
GUEST: Cecile van Schalkwyk, an Attorney at Legal Resources Centre
Eskom announced yesterday that it will stop rotational loadshedding but the probability of loadshedding during the week remains. Over the weekend the embattled power utility implemented Stage-3 power outages, due to low emergency reserves. Meanwhile Eskom's new CEO, Andre de Ruyter, says he will extend lifestyle audits to lower level staff, in renewed efforts to curb wastage and cleanup the power utility.
GUEST: Eskom spokesperson, Sikonathi Mantshantsha
78% of Grade four learners can't read for meaning in South Africa. Nic Spaull, a Senior Researcher at Research on Socio-Economic Policy at Stellenbosch University's Department of Economics says instead of addressing that issue with books and meaningful teacher training, we're instead going to invest in coding and robotics for young children. Nic Spaull was responding to President Cyril Ramaphosa's SONA speech which touched on the issue of introducing coding and robotics in primary schools.
GUEST: Nic Spaull, a Senior Researcher at Research on Socio-Economic Policy at Stellenbosch University's Department of Economics
Meanwhile, the Nelson Mandela Foundation says it's time Parliament looked at ways to enact what it calls a 'Hate Law'. The Foundation's CEO, Sello Hatang was reacting to utterances by De Klerk on the SABC last week marking 30 years after Mandela's release and the unbanning of political parties, De Klerk said that he did not "fully" agree with the UN's ruling that apartheid was a crime against humanity. Hatang says it should not be left only to institutions such as theirs to address such issues..
Guest: Sello Hatang, CEO of the Nelson Mandela Foundation
Last week, the ANC came under widespread criticism following the party's defence of the last apartheid president FW De Klerk's presence at the State of the Nation address. In turn, the FW De Klerk foundation then released a statement in which it further reiterated that the former president's statement that he does not agree that apartheid was a crime against humanity.
Guest: Mac Maharaj
The EFF has threatened to heighten what it calls "militant protests" against former president F.W De Klerk, if the ANC and government continue to include him in public events. In a statement the De Klerk Foundation claims that the UN's classification of apartheid as a crime against humanity formed part of an agenda by the Soviet Union and the ANC along with its allies to stigmatize white South Africans. The statement also sought to justify and reason why apartheid was not a crime against humanity.
guest: EFF secretary-general, Marshall Dlamini
The Federal Legal Commission of the DA has written to George Mayor, Melvin Naik, informing him that his membership with the party has ceased. The DA's constituency head for George, Geordin Hill-Lewis says Naik is no longer a member of the party. He was given 48 hours to resign as Mayor, which he refused to do. The action taken by the party comes after the DA caucus in George passed a motion of no confidence in Naik last month. GUEST: DA George constituency head, Geordin Hill-Lewis
Food security researchers are calling for change in regard to government’s policy on food security. They go on to say that the child support grant of R430 a month is insufficient to significantly impact malnutrition rates among South Africa’s children. This they said ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa State of the Nation Address calling on him to do something. Now that the president is done with his speech, are they happy with what he said regarding this issue and also what would they like to see change?
GUEST: Professor Julian May - Director of the national Centre of Excellence in Food Security, at the University of the Western Cape
SABC is hosting the #CXOseries a quarterly event with the goal of establishing an exclusive network.
SABC is hosting the #CXOseries a quarterly event with the goal of establishing an exclusive network.
SABC is hosting the #CXOseries a quarterly event with the goal of establishing an exclusive network.
SABC is hosting the #CXOseries a quarterly event with the goal of establishing an exclusive network.
The City of Johannesburg has been in the news lately for all sorts of reasons. The highlight was when the ANC took over after Herman Mashaba. The DA has been making all sorts of accusations against them. Well this morning we host the Speaker, Nonceba Molwele about her role in restoring order and making sure that things run smoothly as politics seem to overshadow service delivery…
GUEST: Nonceba Molwele – Speaker of the City of Johannesburg
The Public Servants Association says it is concerned about the safety of Field Social Workers employed by the Department of Social Development in KwaZulu-Natal. This follows reports of 14 workers being hijacked while on duty over the past six months. Just how bad is the situation and what sort of engagements have they had with government so far?
Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu – PSA Provincial Manager at the Durban office
We have seen and heard calls by some African countries for all African states who are signatories to the Rome Statute to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, ICC. Over the years the ICC, which is tasked with bringing to justice perpetrators of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity, has been accused of political and regional bias, and of failing to achieve convictions in some of its most high profile cases. In October 2016, three African countries-Burundi; the Gambia and South Africa-signaled their intention to leave the ICC…
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa took over the chairmanship of the African Union yesterday, where he committed to ensuring peace and security on the continent. Speaking during his inaugural speech, Ramaphosa said that that in May this year South Africa will convene an extraordinary summit on silencing the Guns and to assess the progress made to end conflicts. For a perspective on this, we are now joined on the line by Advocate Sipho Mantula, a Researcher with the Institute for Dispute Resolution in Africa at the University of South Africa...
GUEST: Advocate Sipho Mantula, a Researcher with the Institute for Dispute Resolution in Africa at the University of South Africa, UNISA
Some residents of South Africa's mega township of Soweto are re-connecting themselves to the grid. This is after power utility Eskom cut them off in an effort to recoup the R18 billion electricity bill owed by the township. It has emerged some residents have formed vigilante groups to guard illegal electricity connections as Eskom faces a serious backlash from communities for the electricity cuts. Last week Soweto residents embarked on yet another protest over the power cuts.
Guest: Seth Mazibuko, Soweto community leader, Activist and a leader of the 1976 Soweto uprising
Time now for the Friday Wind Down where we profile prominent South Africans, to get to know more about who they are beyond their social standing in society. This morning we host one of the country's best-loved and most respected musicians, Sipho "Hotstix" Mabuse. He is a legend with 50 years of musical accomplishment and history behind him. For more on the man, he now joins me in our SABC Auckland Park studios...
GUEST: Sipho "Hotstix" Mabuse, legendary South African musician
The OR Tambo School of Leadership is set to move a gear up in its political education offerings to ANC members and the public. The school was launched in April last year by President Cyril Ramaphosa in the realization that lack of political education is amongst the greatest need required to fulfil the ANC’s renewal agenda. For more on the school we are now joined on the line by Dr David Masondo, in his capacity as Principal of the OR Tambo School of Leadership. We will look at the plans of the school this year with some reflections on progress made since the launch last year by President Ramaphosa and also the Importance of Political Education …
GUEST: Dr David Masondo, in his capacity as Principal of the OR Tambo School of Leadership
The Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation on Wednesday visited the Sebokeng and Rietspruit Waste Water Treatment, to assess progress made by the National Department of Water and Sanitation in eliminating the problem of the effluent that contaminates the Vaal River system works. The visit is a follow-up on the work of the previous portfolio committee of the fifth Parliament on Water and Sanitation which made various recommendations that include a call for collaboration between all the spheres of government to eliminate the contamination. We spoke to the chairperson of the committee ahead of the visit and she promised to talk to us after that.
GUEST: Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Ms Machwene Semenya
Dr Martin Wedig - German Federation Of International Mining and Mineral Resources will talk on the following
The Head of Anglo American Corporate Communications in South Africa, Pranill Ramchander
gust: Mandla Mnguni - CEO of State Diamond Trading Nqobile Nkosi - Owner of NQ Jewellery talking about
guest: Koena Monene - Wits Cherryl Matoyi - Free State University Nelisiwe Ntizwane - UJ
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
It is through language people preserve their community’s history, customs and traditions and heritage. In South Africa there is a push to reclaim the Afrikaans language, which for many years has been associated with the language of the oppressor and Apartheid. This morning we will look at the role of radio in preserving language and the art of broadcasting in Afrikaans. Our focus will be on our sister station RSG or Radio Sonder Grense (which means in English: Radio without Borders), a South African radio that broadcasts nationwide in Afrikaans.
GUEST: Louise Jooste – The Marketing Manager of Radio Sonder Grense, RSG
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Focus: Today’s wind down guest does not need an introduction. He is one of those whose music speaks for itself. He is a jazz legend and if you know music, you will identify him by his guitar. If I say it’s been 20 years since Painted Faces, who would you say it is?
Guest: Selaelo Selota – Jazz musician
The International Monetary Fund says the weak performance of State Owned Enterprises coupled with ongoing government bailouts are hampering South Africa's economic growth. The IMF has called on the country's government to speed up reforms to revive the economy.
GUEST: Chief economist of the Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt
On our Health Slot this Thursday we are discussing Gene Editing. It is the modification of DNA sequences in living cells. Would you consider it? Many feel that this is interfering with God's laboratory. Scientists feel that altering your DNA may minimize the risk of passing cancer. What are the medical benefits of gene editing?
GUEST: Dr Pheiffer, a biohacker, currently practicing at anti-ageing art in Houghton
It's not a secret anymore that households are suffering. These days’ in-house brands are selling out in supermarkets. Along this line, the Momentum/Unisa Household Net Wealth Index has revealed that South African households' real net wealth declined by R237.0 billion in Q3 2019 compared to Q2 2019, while it was R133.7 billion less in Q3 2018. How should we interpret this?
GUEST: Johann van Tonder - Researcher & Economist at Momentum
With the negative news around the retail sector and job cuts, one may assume that things are not looking too good for business in general. Analysists are not helping either as they give negative projections. Stats SA on the other hand shows that retail trade sales increased by 3.1% in November 2019 compared with October 2019. How is the retail sector riding the wave and making it under the tough economic climate?
GUEST: Dov Girnun, the CEO of Merchant Capital, an alternative fintech funder that assists more than 7,000 small and medium sized retail businesses in South Africa
DA federal council chairperson Helen Zille says they will never again put the UDM's Mongameli Bobani in power in the Nelson Mandela Bay metro. Do Zille’s pronouncements not undermine the consultation process in the Nelson Mandela Bay, which was initiated by the DA Interim Leader with the UDM? Earlier on I spoke to UDM Leader, General Bantu Holomisa about how far the two parties are with their consultation process…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined the tasks that lie ahead for South Africa's African diplomats as the country takes over the reins of the African Union next month. Speaking at the Africa Heads of Mission Conference at the Department of International Relations in Pretoria yesterday, Ramaphosa said that chairing the continental body will be a collective task entailing negotiation and consultation with other African country representatives to take Africa's vision forward. South Africa will also be chairing the AU next month and to find out what they are taking to the rest of the continent,
GUEST: Clayson Monyela, spokesperson of the Department of International Relations and Co-operation (Dirco)
The North-West University is still closed today. This as the South African Union of students is intensifying calls for a national shutdown at public universities. Yesterday North-West University students were told to vacate the premises following outbreaks of violence…
GUEST: Bafedile Moerane, SABC reporter in the North West
GUEST: Sandile Dlamini, NEC Member of the South African Union of Students, SAUS
We use this opportunity now understand a Constitutional Court ruling that forces a minority union to accept a decision pushed by a majority union. Is it fair though that when a union negotiates a retrenchment agreement with an employer, should this be binding on employees who are not members of the union? One may agree as that’s how democracy works, majority rules. How should we interpret a ruling of this nature?
GUEST: Kurshivan Rama Munusamy – Partner and Labour Specialist at Brett Purdon Attorneys in Durban
Last year six long distance taxi associations in Rustenburg clubbed together to establish a transport company and a cooperative bank. The newly formed Rustenburg Long Distance Transport Holdings was also planning to have their own filling station. So how far are they with this process?
GUEST: Dr Tshegofatso Gape, Managing Director of the Mobility Cooperative Bank
We continue where we left off last week with Channel Africa’s Izak Khomo on African nationalism in South Africa. He continues to give us the background and also giving us a sense of how we got to where we are.
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer for Spotlight Africa and Channel Africa
South Africa in particular is facing a challenge when it comes cities and how they run their economies. We’ve heard suggestions from so many role players. This time around let’s get a perspective from Charter Cities institute. They are an organisation that focuses on partnering with various governments around the world in developing new cities. They bring together various stakeholders; entrepreneurs, policy experts, investors, real estate developers, and politicians to develop people-centred economies. What are they all about and what solutions do they bring to South Africa?
GUEST: Dr Mark Lutter – Founder of the Charter Cities institute
As it is the last Tuesday of the month, we deal with questions that Bryan has received off air of a similar nature. It's important to note that our program tonight is to provide information and should not be construed as advice.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
In 2018, the South African Constitutional Court ruled that it is not a criminal offence for an adult citizen to use, possess or grow cannabis in private for personal consumption. This has sparked a significant amount of confusion with regard to drug testing as well as the use of cannabis in the workplace. Rhys Evans, Managing Director at ALCO-Safe, the leading supplier of electronic Breath Alcohol Detectors and accessories in South Africa, says that the recommendations of the constitutional court ruling are that only two acts should be amended, The Drug trafficking act and The Medicines control act. Therefore, a zero-tolerance approach should be maintained, although testing policies and practices may need to be updated to reflect the most current legislation.
GUEST: Rhys Evans, Managing Director at ALCO-Safe, the leading supplier of electronic Breath Alcohol Detectors and accessories in South Africa.
South Africa has appointed a new ambassador to Rwanda, a move interpreted by commentators as strengthening ties between Pretoria and Kigali. In December 2018, the South African ambassador to Kigali, George Nkosinati Twala, was summoned to Pretoria, and later permanently recalled in February 2019, following a bitter exchange between diplomats from both countries. Is this a sign of better things to come seeing how Rwanda is advancing economically on the continent? How should we interpret this move?
GUEST: (studio): Nixon Kathembo, specialist on the Great Lakes and East Africa and also works on the KiSwahili Desk at Channel Africa
Solly Moeng is brand reputation management adviser and CEO of strategic corporate communications consultancy DonValley Reputation Managers. He has pinned an article entitled: Give business owners a reason to stay in South Africa. In the article he raises a number of issues, from business people having lost faith in the Ramaphoria to the impact of the closing of businesses. Political influence in business is also a major issue he raises in the article. He now joins us on the line to share his views…
GUESTS: Solly Moeng - Brand Reputation management adviser and CEO of strategic corporate communications consultancy DonValley Reputation Managers.
We are now in conversation with the Higher Health, a national entity that works on behalf of the Department of Higher Education and Training and under the governance of Universities South Africa to speak about their programmes in promoting the health and wellbeing of nearly two million students in the post-school education system. HIGHER HEALTH seeks to reduce the incidence of health conditions - such as HIV, STIs, TB, unplanned pregnancy, GBV and serious mental illness that may occur during tertiary studies and often result in students abandoning their studies…
GUEST: Dr Ramneek Ahluwalia, CEO of the HIGHER HEALTH
We're now in conversation with Kamogelo Sefanyatso, a Masters candidate in the Department of Psychology at Wits, who is calling for the collaboration and integration of traditional and western health care systems in South Africa to deal with mental health issues. She says the emergence of healer-therapist signifies the de-colonization of psychotherapy in the country by punctuating this scientific practice with the spiritual aspect of healing. So what then is dual intervention in mental health care? To elaborate further, Kamogelo Sefanyatso now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Kamogelo Sefanyatso is a Masters candidate in the Department of Psychology at the University of the Witwatersrand and her research is on dual mental health practitioners.
A university degree is a valuable commodity to have when entering the job market, particularly if the economy is sluggish and fewer companies are hiring new employees. This is according to Leana de Beer, Chief Operations Officer for the crowdfunding platform in South Africa, Feenix, who says it's unfortunate that a growing number of people in South Africa are getting caught for faking their credentials. Figures released by the South African Ministry of Higher Education showed a spike in reported cases from 47 incidents in the 2010/2011 financial year to 982 in 2017/2018. More from Leana de Beer..
GUEST: Leana de Beer, Chief Operations Officer at Feenix
Yesterday we spoke to the South African Social Security Agency's (SASSA) about some of the significant milestones the entity has achieved despite its administrative challenges. This morning we will be in conversation with another critical government entity the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), which has assisted many South Africans to further their studies.
GUEST: NSFAS administrator, Dr Randall Carolissen
Time now for Health Talk. This morning we are going to discuss Peptic ulcer; a sore that develops on the lining of the oesophagus, stomach or small intestine and Acid reflux; also known as heartburn, acid indigestion, or pyrosis.
GUEST: Dr Thabo Mothabeng, General, Trauma and Intensive Care Surgeon employed in public service in Pretoria and Lecturer in Surgery at the University of Pretoria and Instructor with Trauma society of Southern Africa for Advanced Trauma life support (ATLS and DSTC)
There are a marriot of issues currently facing the South Africa's state-owned enterprises; from Irregular expenditure; overspending and underspending, corruption and frequent need for bailouts in certain government departments and SOEs. This morning we are going to look at two critical government entities that have been assisting South Africans for years. We are going to look at some of the milestones achieved by the South African Social Security Agency's (SASSA) and this coming Friday morning we will examine the achievements by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), which is a government entity under the Department of Higher Education, Science and Technology. We are well aware the two entities have their respective administration challenges but they have assisted many citizens and we need to give credit where it is due.
GUEST: Busisiwe “Totsie” Memela, CEO of the South Africa Social Security Agency (Sassa)
We are now in conversation with political analyst Aubrey Matshiqi who for 30 years, ran away from his destiny or calling to become a sangoma until it caught up with him in 2013. Most of you know Aubrey as a political analyst. He has also been involved in the ANC, Umkhonto WeSizwe, the student movement and the South African Communist Party. But today he is what people call a traditional healer, a sangoma. Aubrey Matshiqi began his training to be a sangoma in 2013. Matshiqi says his essence is the spirit and this has added a new dimension to his reading of our human state of being, geopolitics and South African politics. This morning we will speak to Mr Matshiqi about how his calling has altered his life or way of living…
GUEST: Aubrey Matshiqi, a Political analyst and sangoma
The Department of Arts and Culture will host the Social Compact Convention as part of Social Cohesion and Nation Building Strategy, next month in Pretoria. Despite positive strides since 1994, the South African society remains divided. The privilege attached to race, class, space and gender has not yet been fully reversed. The social, psychological and geographic elements of apartheid continue to shape the lives and outlook of many South Africans. To talk to us more on this, we're joined on the line by Vusumuzi Mkhize, the Director-general at the Department of Arts and Culture.
GUEST: Vusumuzi Mkhize, the Director-general at the Department of Arts and Culture
So last week we didn’t get to finish our discussion with Channel Africa’s Izak Khomo on African nationalism in South Africa due to the funeral service of late business Soweto Icon, Mr Cyril Ramaphosa, so we moved this discussion to today. This morning we will continue our discussion on the African national Congress (ANC), which is the continent’s oldest liberation movement. But how much do we know about where it all started before 1912? What is it that drove the people then who were mostly made up of academics to unite and set up an organization that will drive the interests of the black majority in those days? What is the history of the of the African National Congress and who were the founding fathers?
GUEST: GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer for Spotlight Africa and Channel Africa
African Transformation Movement, ATM, President Vuyo Zungula says South Africa should have policies that seek to advance the interests of its citizens first. In a tweet Zungula asked why a South African who wants to open any business for example in Turkey or Saudi Arabia, needs to partner with a citizen of those countries yet citizens of those countries don't need to partner with South Africans when they want to open businesses here.
GUEST: African Transformation Movement, ATM, President Vuyo Zungula
Last week we were meant to speak to Bryan about the 10 principles that make up a financial plan. Unfortunately we could not do this discussion last week due to the funeral service of late businessman Dr Richard Maponya, which we were carrying live on our station. But this morning we will continue that discussion with Bryan…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The situation is still tense in the small town of QwaQwa, in the Free State following violent protests over chronic water shortages. The situation was fueled by the tragic death of eight year old Mosa Mbele after she drowned while fetching water in a river over the weekend…
GUEST: Free State co-operative governance and traditional affairs MEC, Thembeni Nxangisa
The Pan African Bar Association of South Africa, Pabasa is set to launch the very first school of Advocates. The school will be named after late former chief justice Pius Langa, who died in Johannesburg on the 24th of July 2013. Mr Langa served in various capacities in the justice department. During the 1980s and early 1990s, he served in the structures of the United Democratic Front, he was also a founding member of the "Release Mandela Committee" and a member of the reception committees tasked to secure the release of political prisoners. That is a bit of background on who former chief justice Pius Langa was. But who are Pan African Bar Association of SA? And how will some of the country's leading advocates at Pabasa, redress the lack of transformation and other challenges in the legal fraternity?
GUEST: Advocate, Muzi Sikhakhane, a leading legal practitioner and co-founder of the Pan African Bar Association. He is also the lawyer of former President Jacob Zuma
Police in Lesotho are appealing for help to trace Prime Minister Thomas Thabane's current wife who they want to question over the 2017 murder of his estranged wife. Maesaiah Thabane has not been charged, but police want to speak to her about Lipolelo Thabane's killing. She was shot dead two days before Mr Thabane was sworn in as prime minister of the mountain kingdom. Last week Thabane announced to his party that he will step down.
GUEST: Rapelang Radebe, a Freelance Journalist and SABC News Correspondent based in Maseru, Lesotho.
The long-awaited inquest into the death of anti-apartheid activist Dr Neil Aggett will finally be reopened today *(Monday - 20/01). It has been set down for five weeks before Justice Motsamai Makume in the Johannesburg High Court later this morning. He was found hanging in his police cell on the 5th of February in 1982. The Neil Aggett Inquest is the second involving the apartheid security police after that of Ahmed Timol who was killed in detention by Joao Rodrigues at the John Vorster Square in 1971.
GUEST: Omar Badsha, Who is the Ceo and Founder of South African History Online
Time now for our Friday Wind Down feature, gracing our spotlight this morning is Parks Tau, Deputy Minister for cooperative governance and traditional affairs, Cogta. He was also the mayor of the City of Johannesburg from 2011-2016.At the age of fourteen, he joined the Congress of South African Students (COSAS) and became engaged in student activism for the first time.
Guest: Parks Tau, Deputy Minister for cooperative governance and traditional affairs, Cogta
We continue our discussions into careers and jobs. Shifting a bit to the element of those who got the jobs simply because they were available. People who become teachers, police officers, nurses and so on simply because the jobs were available, but the passion is not there. Why are we seeing this trend? Guest: Bongani Masilela – Chief Executive of Tshimong Education
As those coming out of high school are going to various tertiary institutions, there are those who are entering the job market. Some of the job seekers are those who have completed their tertiary studies. We use this opportunity now to look at careers and job applications especially in the era of the fourth industrial revolution. People no longer use the old methods of applying, now we have WhatsApp and other forms. What is it that youngsters should know about applying for jobs and also according to recruiters, which the most popular careers that are in demand?
Guest: Jake Willis – CEO of Lulaway Holdings
Solidarity Youth has expressed its disappointment with the Gauteng Department of Education that was unable to place all prospective Grade 1 and Grade 8 learners in schools. This after the department had to approach a private school group to help with public school placements. Paul Maritz, a Manager for Youth and Career Development and the coordinator of Solidarity Youth says Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi's appeal to the private sector indicates state incompetence.
GUEST: Gauteng Education, MEC Panyaza Lesufi Paul Maritz, Manager for Youth and Career Development and the coordinator of Solidarity Youth
In our health feature today - The Heath Talk we look at the Cosmetic Procedure with a special focus on Botox. Botox is not a procedure itself but a brand name of toxin - and there are many others. This procedure is used to treat wrinkles and facial creases. Today we learn about how the procedure is done, the side effects and risks of Botox, the positives of using this procedure and who should not receive Botox. Our guest today - Dr. Khensani Chauke Malinga - Plastic Surgeon
GUEST: Dr. Khensani Chauke Malinga - Plastic Surgeon
Last year residents of Alexandra Township took to the street and shut the area down in protest of service delivery and housing problems. The filth, the rats and the congestion are just something else. What has happened since their protests? Has anything changed? Guest: Thandi Mthombeni – One of the organizers of the Shutdown Alex Movement
With the continued uncertainty of Eskom and the impact it has on business, especially the SMME sector, insurance companies are saying it’s not all doom and gloom for the SMME sector. They are coming up with solutions for that may help owners minimize the impact of load shedding. Knowing how complicated insurance companies can be, how then are they making things easy for the SMME sector seeing that cost is also a factor?
Guest: Skhumbuzo Myeza – Managing Director of Imbasa10x
Professor Malegapuru Makgoba has been appointed Eskom interim chairperson. This follows the resignation of Jabu Mabuza last week. Makgoba, a scientist, joined the Eskom board as a non-executive director in 2018, following the resignation of Jabu Mabuza last week. In a statement, the Public Enterprises Department says his appointment is consistent with government's plan to appoint a board with an appropriate mix of industry and engineering experience. Earlier on this morning I spoke to Professor Makgoba and started off by asking him why he accepted the position as Eskom’s interim chairperson
Energy just like water has become a serious issue for the African continent. Some countries are investing in dams, solar, nuclear and other forms of alternative energy. Interestingly, the intra-African trade agreement has been signed and those in the energy sector believe it may bring a lot of positives when it comes to the future of energy. What sort of benefits are there and how should South Africa grab the opportunity with both hands seeing how we are battling with Eskom?
GUEST: Brian Statham, the executive leader of the South African National Energy Association (SANEA)
Today schools are opening and parents and teachers are having their hands full in making sure that all goes well for the first day. But now the Institute of Race Relations has released a report entitled ‘Thrown under the School Bus – The future of the Class of 2020: Gauteng as bellwether on education’. The report interrogates what the future holds for the youngsters and what the class of 2019 tells us. What should we be worried about?
Guest: Hermann Pretorius - Campaigns Coordinator at the Institute of Race Relations
Dr Richard Maponya was one of the founding fathers of the National African Federated Chamber of Commerce, commonly known as NAFCOC. They are here too paying their respect to Dr Maponya and we use this opportunity now to speak to them about what he meant to them and also touch on how significant NAFCOC is today under the democratic dispensation….
GUEST: Steve Skhosana – General Secretary of NAFCOC
Time now for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking, where we discuss all issues pertaining to South African law. This morning we will discuss the calls for the country's sex offenders list to be made public. This in the wake of ongoing cases of gender-based violence (GBV), rape and other sexual offences. This morning we are asking you: Should South Africa's sex offenders list be made public?
GUEST: Nelisa Ngqulana, a Managing Director of PR Trends ZA
Last week Friday some NSFAS-funded students were being turned away from registering at universities because the government financial aid scheme had not yet paid their registration fees. The SABC spoke to some students who were turned away from the University of Johannesburg. They were concerned that NSFAS will pay their registrations fees after the process has been closed. The students’ main worry was funds to secure spaces. Take a listen to some of their concerns…
Guest: Dr Randall Carolissen, an administrator for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)
ANC treasurer-general Paul Mashatile last week denied reports that there are factions in the top six leadership of the party. Since the beginning of the week in Kimberley, different leaders have been conducting campaigns individually, something that is widely seen as factionalism in the ANC. On Thursday, ANC deputy president David Mabuza told the media during a campaign that the Eskom board and Gordhan had misled Ramaphosa when they said there would not be loadshedding before January the 13th. The Presidency then said unforeseen circumstances resulted in renewed power cuts. Clearly all of these points to divisions and looking back to the president’s speech on Saturday, what should we read into these developments?
GUEST: Xolani Dube, a senior researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development in KZN
Police in Upington, Northern Cape, had to rescue a group of migrants as anger in the community boiled over. Upington has been in turmoil for two days since the stabbing and killing of police officer Stefano Visagie. A man who's not South African is suspected to be the killer and that has triggered the community to attack shops owned by migrants.
GUEST: Stanley Peterson - one of the community leaders in Upington
Matric results have just been announced with Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga very that the pass rate is over 80% this time around. But now a very scary fact is being brought to light by Merle Mansfield - Programme Director for the Zero Dropout Campaign at the DG Murray Trust, who points out that while almost every child starts school in South Africa, over 40% won’t ever get to even write matric, let alone pass it. She goes on to say that this major failure of our education system has long been hidden from view – despite the fact that an under-educated population threatens not just the potential of individual learners, but the economic and social stability of the country.
GUEST: Merle Mansfield - Programme Director for the Zero Dropout Campaign at the DG Murray Trust
Today on our Health Talk feature we discuss vision loss. What is it. Medically it is a decreased ability to see to a degree that causes problems to fixable by usual means such as glasses. What are the most common causes of vision loss. Is there a difference between visual impairment and blindness. What are the symptoms and is it preventable
GUEST: Professor Trevor Carmichael, A Professor of Ophthalmology at Wits University and in the Private Practice.
Justice and Correctional Service Minister Ronald Lamola, has officially announce the 2019 Matric Results of offenders just a few minutes ago in Kimberley. This year 192 offenders sat for the National Senior Certificate at 16 schools at various correctional centres across the country. How does it work in prison and what happens to those who do well? To find out, GUEST: Singabakho Nxumalo - Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services
Would you quit your current job, which offers you some sense of security, gives you guaranteed payment every month, just to venture into the unknown, taking a leap of faith by starting a business? Well, that's exactly what Oscar Magudulela did. He saw that the moving company market had a gap for black-owned businesses, so he started L and M Removals, a moving, movers, removals and relocation company, with head offices based in Pretoria, Gauteng and branches in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, and Polokwane South Africa. For more on the company,
GUEST : Oscar Magudulela, the Managing Director of L and M Removals
Political Analyst, Steven Friedman, has warned that the South African government has tried to curtail the rights of refugees from protesting against the countries from which they fled. Friedman was reacting to the gazetting of a set of regulations in the Refugees Amendment Act, which came into effect on the first of January. Some of the changes in the Act include preventing asylum seekers from participating in any political activity as well as clamping down on businesses and regulations on where they can work or go to school. GUEST: Professor Steven Friedman, who is a professor of Political Studies at the University of Johannesburg
The University of South Africa, UNISA, is encouraging all students wishing to apply or register with the university to do so online as the 2020 academic year kicks off. Unisa is the largest university system in South Africa by enrolment, attracting a third of all higher education students in the southern African nation. Through various colleges and affiliates, UNISA has over 350-thousand students, including international students from 130 countries worldwide, making it one of the world's mega universities and the only such university in Africa. To talk to us more on the 2020 registration process and other issues,
GUEST: Lusani Netshitomboni, Unisa's Acting Director of Communications, Marketing and Events
During the darkest days of apartheid Radio Freedom served as the voice of the ANC. Bongi Gwala speaks to its former Director Thami Ntenteni about the role played by radio as a revolutionary tool to fight for liberation & inspire many South Africans.
GUEST: THAMI NTENTENI - FORMER DIRECTOR AT RADIO FREEDOM
The DA says the 2019 matric pass rate of 81-point-three percent is incorrect and that it is actually 38.9%. This follows last night’s announcement of the 2019 results by Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga. For the latest we are now joined on the line by…
GUST: DA Shadow Minister of Basic Education, Nomsa Marchesi
As tension grown between the USA and Iran, leaders from the different countries are watching to see what develops as the two continue the hurl insults at each other. The British, Israel and the Russians are preparing their military for any actuality. But then where does all of this leave the African states? Should war breakout, what should Africa’s position be and should the continent stand united in whatever may happen?
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer Africa Spotlight at Channel Africa
In recent years we have seen calls to professionalize community radio stations. Community radio wants its mandate to shift away from being seen as volunteer work and to be seen an important economic role player and job creator. Currently more than 40 community radio stations nationwide could possibly be shut down due to lack of licenses, funding and spiraling debt. This morning we are in conversation with the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa, ICASA about the mandate of community radio and how ICASA can help in securing the future of the community radio...
GUEST: ICASA spokesperson, Paseka Maleka
Yesterday (Monday) we spoke to the EFF’s student command about their call for all institutions of higher learning to allow walk-in registration. Then during the discussion, they highlighted the plight of the rural child. We even received many voice notes indicating that the rural child is being left out. This morning, we look into the plight of the rural child and how government is leaving them out. Why are they forgotten?
GUEST: Hendrick Makaneta, education activist
From time to time we have seen frustrated family and community members staging protests in their quest to oppose bail to an offender or offenders accused of serious offences such as rape and murder. South Africa is in the grip of a serious crisis of violence, especially against women and children. Last year President Cyril Ramaphosa says said government intends to opposing bail for rape and Femicide suspects and for those who are convicted to be refused parole. So who qualifies for bail?
GUEST: Tshepo Seloane, who is a Criminal Lawyer and Litigation Specialist from Landau Group in Johannesburg
Former City of Joburg Mayor, Herman Mashaba says he is devastated by the passing of Maponya. Mashaba who is a businessman himself, says Maponya has contributed immensely to the person he is today. He says his passing is a great loss to the black community.
GUEST: Former City of Joburg Mayor and Businessman, Herman Mashaba
The EFF Students' Command has threatened to go ahead with the walk-in applications at various universities. This despite the call by Universities - saying no walk-in applications will be allowed. The EFF Students' Command says they want to ensure that deserving students are not excluded from being registered…
GUEST: Mandla Shikwambana, President of the Economic Freedom Fighters Student Command (EFFSC)
The world is holding its breath as tensions mount between the USA and Iran. US President, Donald Trump is stressing that he is willing to target Iranian cultural sites in retaliation for the killing of Americans by Tehran. The two countries are at boiling point following the US killing of one of Iran's most powerful figures, General *Qasem Soleimani. Today being Monday, Iran has still not acted on its threat. What should we read into this?
GUEST: Ibrahim Deen, Researcher at the Afro-Middle East Centre
UMALUSI, The Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training has given the 2019 Matric examinations the green light. The body has approved the examinations saying they went smoothly with no systematic irregularities. Over Six-Hundred-Thousand full time learners sat for the examination, while just over 100-thousand were part time candidates. UMALUSI was briefing the media in Pretoria last week. This morning we are going to look at the state of education in South Africa, ahead of the release of the Matric results on Tuesday.
GUEST: Professor Mary Metcalfe, who is an Education expert
A popular radio DJ that once worked for SABC's Ukhozi FM has died after an illness. Vukani Masinga known as Chilli M joined Ukhozi FM in 2012. Programmes manager for Ukhozi FM Zandile Tembe says the country has lost someone with special talent for radio. She says Chilli M quickly excelled within the station and was moved to co-host to the day time show 'Nethezeka' with Nonhlanhla 'Mroza' Buthelezi.
GUEST: Nick Rashford, Former SABC colleague who worked closely with Chilli M at SABC Guest: Zandile Ntembe Program manager at Ukhozi Fm
Iran's top security body is to meet today to discuss a US attack that killed the head of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards' elite Quds Force, General Qasem Soleimani. It comes after reports of a strike at Baghdad's international airport, which is said to have killed a number of people. Soleimani was a major figure in the Iranian regime - whose force reported directly to the country's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
GUEST: Professor John Stremlau, Honorary Professor for International Relations at Wits University.
The Talking Point this morning is still coming to you from Durban, in KwaZulu Natal. Shortly I’ll be in conversation with Narend Singh, the Chief Whip of the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), one of the biggest parties in the province. We will get the party’s views on the state of SOEs in the country; we will also look at the party’s relationship with the DA this after the DA lashed out at the party for supporting the ANC and allowing it to regain control of the City of Johannesburg. In 2016 the IFP took control of 13 municipalities in KZN, we will discuss how the party aims to expand its political footprint beyond KZN and how it will regain support for the party after its growth was dented with the breakaway by the IFP chairperson Zanele Magwaza-Msibi and her supporters who formed the NFP…
GUEST: IFP Chief Whip, Narend Singh
How can we enhance youth political participation and what are the benefits of engaging youth in political leadership? This morning I am in conversation with KwaZulu-Natal MEC of Education, Kwazi Mshengu to talk about education matters pertaining to young leadership, how can our economy respond to the needs of our people, the failures of capitalist system and whether the ANC government is failing young people and are we not risking alienating other races by being an only black centric country? For more, MEC Mshengu now joins me in studio...
GUEST: KwaZulu-Natal MEC of Education, Kwazi Mshengu
The AbaThembu King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo's spokesperson Mthunzi Ngonyama has confirmed that he was released from prison last night. The king was imprisoned in December 2015 after the High Court in the Eastern Cape sentenced him to 15 years in jail for seven counts of kidnapping, three of assault, three of arson, one of culpable homicide and one of defeating the ends of justice. The Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein reduced the sentence by three years. The king's release comes after President Cyril Ramaphosa announced last Monday that he had been granted a special remission of sentence, which is usually granted to specific categories of sentenced offenders, probationers and parolees.
GUEST: Prince Langalibalele, Mthunzi Ngonyama, AbaThembu King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo's spokesperson
GUEST: Kgoshi Mathibela Mokoena
The KwaZulu-Natal Government has provided an update on critical issues that that impacted the province this year. Addressing the media in Durban, Premier Sihle Zikalala stressed government's involvement in easing the tensions within the Shembe Nazareth Baptist Church. Zikalala also offered solutions to ongoing conflicts between mining giant, Richards Bay Minerals and the surrounding community on the province's north coast. This morning we will speak to Premier Zikalala about the state of the ANC in the province, how he intends to hold all provincial government structures that incurred irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure in the last financial year accountable. We will also look at the warring factions of the Nazareth Baptist Church and conflict of Richards Bay Minerals with its surrounding community…
GUEST: KwaZulu-Natal Premier Sihle Zikalala
The Umkhanyakude district in northern KwaZulu-Natal is celebrating a health milestone. The district has achieved the UNAIDS 90-90-90 target. The numbers represent significant targets relating to HIV testing, treatment, and viral suppression. Health Minister Doctor Zweli Mkhize says Umkhanyakude joins Umzinyathi and the Ugu district of achieving the target ahead of schedule.
GUEST: uMkhanyakude Mayor Cllr Solomon Mkhombo
The Draft 3rd National Waste Management Strategy is now open for public submissions and comments. The revised and updated Strategy was published in Government Gazette 42879 earlier this month, on December 3, as a requirement of the Waste Act to establish the National Waste Management Strategy (NWMS) and the review the strategy every five years. GUEST: KGAUTA MOKOENA – CHIEF DIRECTOR: CHEMICAL AND WASTE POLICY MONITORING AND EVALUATION, AT THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
Can an employer take disciplinary action for misconduct during the festive season? Year-end functions or office parties have been regarded as a gateway to the festive season where employees get together in celebration of the year they have left behind. However, there may be instances where misconduct such as rude behaviour occurs during these functions. One of the largest business law firms in South Africa, Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr say during the festive season employees still carry an employer's flag - a flag which they are expected to uphold. This morning we will speak to them about some examples of instances where the employer may be permitted to take disciplinary steps against employees.
GUEST: Steven Adams - Senior Associate in the Employment practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
The situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo is said to be getting worse. This time around a Congolese human rights group known by its French acronym CEPADHO is reporting that the Allied Democratic Forces had killed at least 43 people since Friday in and around Beni. This is said to also be the epicenter of the ongoing Ebola epidemic. To get an understanding of what is going on there and who is behind the killings,
GUEST: Nixon Kathembo, who is specialist on the Great Lakes and East Africa and also works on the KiSwahili Desk at Channel Africa
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature "Focus on Africa", today we will continue shining the spot light on South Africa as we did not finish our conversation with Izak Khomo last week…
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
Hopefully we have more listeners this morning who have time to listen to our programme. I want to share this morning, about the biggest mistakes that investors make when it comes to investments.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
More than 51-thousand offenders are eligible for their sentences to be remitted. Fees Must Fall Activist Khanya Cekeshe and Abathembu King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo are among the offenders who qualify for remissions. This was confirmed by Justice Minister Ronald Lamola. It comes after President Cyril Ramphosa announced at a reconciliation day ceremony that some offenders would be granted remission.
GUEST: Dr Zodwa Mosoma – Director for Correctional Programmes
On 4th of August 1967, the South African government introduced compulsory conscription, where all young white men from the age of 18 were forced to serve time in the South African National Defence Force. Deferment to complete schooling or a university degree was granted, but hardly any White men were exempt from conscription. Yesterday we spoke to one of our listeners Hugh from Durban, who was sharing his experience as a young man in the military and how military conscription was key in the apartheid. Should South Africa bringing back mandatory national service for both young men and women, where they can basically learn useful skills and be doing some community engagement, to keep them off the streets and out of trouble.
GUEST: Hugh, an Safm listener from Durban
Today is the day the African National Congress launched their military wing, Umkhonto we Sizwe, Spear of the nation. We take this opportunity now to remember why the ANC decided to set it up and its relevance today.
Guest: RETIRED GENERAL, KEITH MOKOAPE
The Economic Freedom Fighters held their second Elective Conference at Nasrec in Johannesburg this past weekend. We take a look now at some of the outcomes and surprises in the leadership structure.
GUEST: Xolani Dube - senior researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development in KZN
Myanmar's leader Aung San Suu Kyi has appeared at the International Court of Justice to defend the country against allegations of genocide against Muslim Rohingya. This is Ironically 18 years after she won a Nobel Peace Prize. Thousands of Rohingya were killed and forced to flee to neighbouring Bangladesh during an army crackdown in the Buddhist-majority country since 2016…
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
The Newcastle Municipality and Eskom have reached an agreement over nonpayment of their electricity bill. The matter was heard at the Pietermaritzburg High Court and to talk about this and the lessons learnt,
Guest: Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba – Mayor of the Newcastle Municipality
Profmed’s 2019 Stress Index has revealed that South African professionals are stressed, not too much, but moderately so. Health and finances are said to be the biggest contributors to the stress levels. To get a sense of how bad the situation is,
GUEST: Craig Comrie - Profmed CEO
Human remains were found at a reservoir in Verulam, north of Durban. This resulted in the eThekwini Municipality flushing out a water compartment. Police divers were called in when workers discovered a skeleton. To get an idea of what is going on here,
GUEST: Thanduxolo Sabelo -eThekwini Infrastructure committee chairperson
The South African Police Service is hosting passing out parades in various provinces for more than 3000 SAPS trainees who have successfully completed the Basic Police Development Learning Programme (BPDLP). The parades are taking place today at the SAPS Academy Tshwane in Pretoria, SAPS Academy Bhisho in the Eastern Cape and SAPS Academy Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape.
GUEST: Ronald Phiri, Safm Talking Point Producer GUEST: Lirandzu Themba, Police Ministry spokesperson
Time now for our regular Thursday feature Health Talk, this morning we are going to look at Cardiovascular disease, which is among the top three causes of death in sub-Saharan Africa. Shocking statistics by medical professions have revealed that close to 225 people in South Africa die every single day as a result of heart diseases. This morning we are in conversation with Dr Mfundo Mathenjwa, a Cardiologist at the Mediclinic Heart Hospital in Pretoria and at the Netcare hospital in Krugersdorp in the Westrand, to speak about steps that one can take to reduce their chances of developing cardiovascular diseases.
GUEST: Dr Mfundo Mathenjwa, a Cardiologist at the Mediclinic Heart Hospital in Pretoria and at the Netcare hospital in Krugersdorp in the Westrand
Today is Universal Health Coverage Day. On 12th of December 2012, the United Nations General Assembly endorsed a resolution urging countries to accelerate progress toward universal health coverage (UHC). This morning we are in conversation with Health Minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize about the National Health Insurance Bill (NHI). The NHI Bill has received much criticism around the practicalities of its implementation. But Dr Mkhize says the NHI aims to improve quality health care for all citizens.
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Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo, The Chairperson of the National Assembly's Health Committee, who will play a pivotal role in deliberations over the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill. He is also the former MEC for health in KwaZulu-Natal
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Dr Eugene Brink, a Strategic Adviser for Community Affairs at AfriForum
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Khaya Xaba, the National Spokesperson for the National Education, Health and Allied Workers' Union, Nehawu
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Dr Tshego Gopane, from the Black Business Council
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Dion Mhlaba, the Chief Financial Officer at RH Bophelo Limited
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Dr Johann Serfontein, A member of the Free Market Foundation Health Policy Unit
This morning we talk about Forgiveness Redefined. It’s a book which tells the honest and healing story of Candice Mama. She came face to face with notorious apartheid assassin Eugene de Kock who killed her father Glenack Masilo Mama. Where does one even start when receiving an invitation to be in the same room as Eugene de Kock?
GUEST: Candice Mama, who is a forgiveness advocate and happiness activist
Yesterday I nearly hit a beggar at one of the traffic lights. Without sounding unfair to them, but they are becoming an obstruction on the road as one tries to concentrate. We look now the situation regarding people begging at the traffic light and also women who are using children to get sympathy from motorists. Where does the problem lie and what do the by-laws say?
GUEST: Lumka Oliphant, spokesperson for the Department of Social Development
While the most notable trends affecting labour during 2018 included the consolidation of the division of the trade union movement with the development of new federation, SAFTU, along with the signing into law of several amendments in labour law that were perceived to be anti-labour, this year’s major trend must be the continued recession and constant job-losses due to retrenchments and the threats to jobs in the beleaguered state owned enterprises like Eskom, Transnet, PRASA and SAA. In today’s WOW show, the final one for 2019, we assess the experiences of the past year for labour and what 2020 holds in store for workers and their trade unions. With us to discuss this we have
GUEST: Phindile Kunene, who is the Senior Curriculum and Materials Developer for the Tshisimani Centre for Activist Education
GUEST: Terry Bell, Veteran Labour analyst
President Cyril Ramaphosa has vowed to take drastic steps to prevent state-owned companies from failing. His statement comes after government announced the dissolution of the PRASA interim board and the placement of the SOE under administration. Cash-strapped and heavily indebted, state companies including South African Airways (SAA), power utility Eskom, defence firm Denel and PRASA have become a major headache for Ramaphosa as he seeks to reverse years of stagnant growth. Last week SAA was placed on voluntary business rescue. Where did we go wrong with our SOEs? Is Government to blame?
GUEST: Moeletsi Mbeki, who is a Political economist
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Vereeniging Civic Theatre, in the Vaal Triangle in Gauteng. The Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa will be delivering a lecture in Sharpeville to mark the 23 years of the signing of the Constitution under the theme: "Living the Values and Promises of a Constitutional Order." The signing of the Constitution was assented into law by late former President Nelson Mandela in Sharpeville 23 years ago. The Constitution, a delicately balanced document intended to lay the foundations for a new South Africa as the country rebuilt itself after 40 crippling years of apartheid. Minister Nathi Mthethwa has now taken to the podium to give the keynote address.
Guest: Yunus Chamda – Former Mayor of the Lekoa Vaal Metro
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature "Focus on Africa", today the shine the spotlight on ourselves. Yes! This morning we will be profiling South Africa as a country. As per usual our resident expert on the matter, with In-depth knowledge of the African continent, Izak Khomo will be joining me in shine the light on our beautiful country. South Africa has one of the continent's biggest and most developed economies. Up until 1994 the country as many of you would know was ruled by a white minority government, which enforced a separation of races with its policy called apartheid, which created a very unequal society in the country.
GUEST : Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
At the end of last month, we did not complete answering all the questions. Although we will open the lines to general financial questions, this morning we are going to deal with similar questions that come in from callers off air, that tend to ask the same questions.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Vereeniging Civic Theatre, in the Vaal Triangle in Gauteng. The Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa will be delivering a lecture in Sharpeville to mark the 23 years of the signing of the Constitution under the theme: "Living the Values and Promises of a Constitutional Order." The signing of the Constitution was assented into law by late former President Nelson Mandela in Sharpeville 23 years ago. The Constitution, a delicately balanced document intended to lay the foundations for a new South Africa as the country rebuilt itself after 40 crippling years of apartheid. Minister Nathi Mthethwa has now taken to the podium to give the keynote address.
guest: Khulu Mbongo – Chairperson of the Vaal Heritage Activist Foundation
Parliament's committee on land expropriation will publish its new draft bill in the government gazette next week. The draft bill to amend Section 25 of the Constitution, deals with expropriation of land without compensation. In a meeting last week (5 December) committee chairperson, Dr Mathole Motshekga, said "the draft bill will open the door for public participation".
GUEST: Dr Mathole Motshekga, Chairperson of the Ad Hoc Committee charged with amending Section 25 of the Constitution, to consider the specific circumstances for expropriation.
Time now for our regular Friday Feature the Friday Wind Down. In the spotlight this Friday morning is acclaimed and controversial South African cartoonist and satirist, Jonathan Shapiro. In November this year Zapiro received France's top cultural accolade at a ceremony in Cape Town, where he was described as "a freedom fighter with strong values of freedom of expression"…
GUEST: South African cartoonist and satirist, Jonathan Shapiro
Time now for our regular Thursday feature Health Talk. This morning we are in conversation with Doctor Simelane to look at all health issues related to women. If you want to get comprehensive, easy-to-understand information on managing certain health conditions, or how to avoid illness and keeping your body in tip-top condition then this is for you.
GUEST: Doctor Mpumi Simelane, who is a gynaecologist and sexologist
We get to understand the ins and outs of running a mining company. Mining is said to be the economic backbone of South Africa’s economy. As many people are taking advantage of opportunities in the sector, we take this moment to speak to someone who is in the thick of things. Where did it all start for them and what were the major challenges?
GUEST: Ellington Nxumalo - CEO and co-founder of Lurco
The City of Johannesburg has a new mayor. The ANC's Johannesburg regional chair Geoff Makhubo will now be calling the shots in City. Makhubo attained 137 votes of the 268 votes, making him the new city mayor. DA's Mayoral committee member for finance, Funzela Ngobeni received 101 while the EFF's regional chair, Musa Novela received 30 votes. Former Johannesburg mayor Herman Mashaba officially left office at the end of November.
GUEST: Parks Tau, Deputy Minister of the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), as well as the former Mayor of Johannesburg
The City of Johannesburg has a new mayor. The ANC's Johannesburg regional chair Geoff Makhubo will now be calling the shots in City. Makhubo attained 137 votes of the 268 votes, making him the new city mayor. DA's Mayoral committee member for finance, Funzela Ngobeni received 101 while the EFF's regional chair, Musa Novela received 30 votes. Former Johannesburg mayor Herman Mashaba officially left office at the end of November.
GUEST: Political analyst, Professor Somadoda Fikeni
The Human Sciences Research Council and the China-Africa Institute held a conference on governance and socioeconomic development in China and Africa. The aim was to discuss key issues including building governance capacity, urbanization, industrial development among other things. What are the mutual benefits to both China and Africa?
GUEST: Prof Modimowabarwa Kanyane – Research Director in the Democracy, Governance and Service Delivery programme at the HSRC
The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) is the asset manager for the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) and holder of very large sums of money and public assets. There are some in government and others, like progressive NGO’s, who feel that the PIC holds the key to fixing the country’s debt problem at Eskom and other SOE’s, unlocking investment for job-creation and counter-acting austerity measures by government and big business.
Guest : Nomahlubi Jakuja - SAFTU’s Economic Researcher and Policy
Guest: Tahir Maepa - PSA Deputy General Manager
We continue our round up of the provincial education departments to find out how the registration processes are going. Today we visit Gauteng and the North West Province….
Guest: Elias Malindi – Spokesperson for the North West Education Department
We continue our round up of the provincial education departments to find out how the registration processes are going. Today we visit Gauteng and the North West Province….
GUEST: Steve Mabona – Spokesperson for the Gauteng Education Department
We wrap up our focus on the islands around the Indian Ocean, this time focusing on the Swahili Islands. What are they all about and what is it about their history that stands out?
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer for Spotlight Africa and Channel Africa
We speak now to Sophie Mokoena, SABC foreign desk editor about the latest developments in Lesotho where parliamentarians had a fist fight during a debate over new regulations around the wool and mohair trade. In Namibia opposition parties are crying foul after incumbent President Hage Geingob was re-elected for a second term with a reduced majority. And in Sudan former president Omar Al Bashir is said to be facing a possible death sentence for his role in the 1989 military coup that removed Sudan’s democratically elected government of Sadid Al Mahdi from power.
Guest: Sophie Mokoena – SABC’s foreign desk editor
As the year comes to an end, our focus is on your new plans for the year 2020.
Guest: Brendan Gace, Head of Anchor Capital, Private Clients
We visit some of the provinces to hear how the registrations are progressing as Gauteng is still battling to place some of the grade 1 and 8 learners in different schools.
GUEST: Howard Ndaba – Spokesperson
We visit some of the provinces to hear how the registrations are progressing as Gauteng is still battling to place some of the grade 1 and 8 learners in different schools.
GUEST: Dr Ray
Economists are expecting the country’s economic growth data for the rest of the year to be disappointing. Some of the tell signs they are pointing to is the retail sales, rising unemployment and slow wage growth. We can we look forward to seeing that we are already in a festive mood?
Guest: Dr. Azar Jammine – Chief Economist at Econometrix
In our legally speaking feature this morning we look at the legal recourse of a men falsely accused of rape. Where does one start seeing that just an accusation around this issue is enough to damage a person’s reputation?
GUEST: Prof Stephen Tuson – Practising Attorney and Adjunct Professor at the Wits Law Clinic
As government is looking to explore the energy resources, environmentalists are watching all the developments. Recently in KZN, ocean conservation groups halted, for now, multinational oil and gas exploration venture off the province’s coast, saying that it would open the floodgates for further oil drilling before there was a proper evaluation of potentially catastrophic environmental damage. To get an understanding on this and what the main concerns are
GUEST: Janet Solomon – Heading the campaign for OCEANS NOT OIL
Police Minister Bheki Cele last week announced a six-month national firearms amnesty which will begin yesterday (Sunday). More than 42 000 guns were recovered, along with 450 000 rounds of ammunition in the last amnesty period. How should we interpret these amnesty periods and how do they help get guns off the wrong hands?
GUEST: Sarah
Water and sanitation minister Lindiwe Sisulu last week announced her R898bn “master plan” aimed at dealing with the impact of drought and provide water security for the country. Speaking during the launch, Sisulu said that the 23-point national water and sanitation master plan, would open doors for research and the creation of technologies to help find other water supplies. To unpack this further,
GUEST: Sputnik Ratau – Spokesperson for the Department of Water and Sanitation
Media reports indicate that Proteas most successful Test skipper Graeme Smith may still be appointed as Cricket South Africa’s Director of Cricket. You may recall that Smith pulled out of the race in early November, claims have now surfaced that the CSA has since convinced him to come on board. What does all of this mean and what is he bringing to South African cricket?
Guest: Jannet Whitton – SABC deputy sports editor
We get our final view on the importance of industrial parks the value they add to business and the role played by Development Bank of Southern Africa ….
Guest: Buhle Dlulani – CEO of the Eastern Cape Development Corporation
Guest: Chuene Ramphele – Group Executive at the Development Bank of Southern Africa
We return to the Development Bank of Southern Africa conference centre where the Department of Trade and Industry is hosting their annual Industrial Park symposium and workshop. The event is taking place at the Development Bank of Southern Africa conference here in Midrand under the theme: Positioning the Industrial Parks for Excellence. As a business person, how should I interpret an industrial park? Guest: Lionel October – Director General in the Department of Trade and Industry
Department of Trade and Industry is hosting their annual Industrial Park symposium and workshop. The event is taking place at the Development Bank of Southern Africa conference here in Midrand under the theme: Positioning the Industrial Parks for Excellence. What is the main purpose of the symposium and what should we as the public know about it?
GUEST(OB): Stieneke Jensma – Chief Director: Regional Industrial Development at the DTI
We turn our focus now on preventative healthcare. Many times when one is too sick and on the brink of not making it, doctors would say only if they came in early to get checked, then the problem would have been solved. What is the importance of preventative healthcare and how serious should we take it?
GUEST: Dr Jimmy Mohale – Specialist in family medicine and primary healthcare
The SABC through its flagship campaign called Men in the making is today launching the first conference called “Africa Rise Again”. The idea is to get men who are role models influence the boy child in a positive way. We are currently sitting with a problem of gender based violence, how will this initiative change are communities for the better? This being November which is now known Movember, how do we utilize it for positivity? What is it that men should do to change the picture around? What is the SABC aiming to achieve with this campaign?
GUEST(OB): Dr Pika – President of the World Harvest Theological College
GUEST(OB): Mr Philly Moilwa - Acting SABC Foundation CEO guest: Nkosana Mabena
In an effort to avert protests during the 2021 local government elections, the Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB) is pulling all stops to involve all citizens in the upcoming public consultation sessions on the first draft sets of electoral wards. The MDB delimits wards for the purpose of local elections after consultations with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC). The ward delimitation process (#WardDelimitation2020) is regarded as a crucial step towards deepening local democracy and promoting spatial transformation within communities....
GUEST: Thabo Manyoni, Chairperson of the Municipal Demarcation Board (MDB)
This morning the focus is on Gauteng’s two metros which are expected to have new executive members by end of day. As this may cause disruptions on governance, MEC for Human Settlements, Urban Planning and CoGTA Lebogang Maile has issued a statement assuring residents of the City of Johannesburg and City of Tshwane, respectively his department will oversee with what he refers to as an “eagle eye” sittings of both Metro Councils taking place this morning.
Guest: Lebogang Maile – Gauteng MEC for Human Settlements, Urban Planning and CoGTA
Food systems around the world are becoming a major focus as populations are growing. On the African continent in particular food systems are rapidly changing due to increasing affluence, urbanization and globalization. Interestingly, the UNESCO Chair in African Food Systems was awarded to the DST-NRF Centre of Excellence in Food Security hosted by the University of the Western Cape and co-hosted by the University of Pretoria, with the intention of harnessing African scholarship to address these challenges. What are we to understand by all of this?
GUEST: Professor Julian May - director of the national Centre of Excellence in Food Security, co-hosted by the University of the Western Cape and the University of Pretoria. He also holds, as of 2017, the UNESCO Chair in African Food Systems.
How do men spend child support grant money? We now speak to Zoheb Khan, a Researcher, at the University of Johannesburg, UJ about research that found South African men spend childcare grants wisely. The survey analysis debunks the myth that men are more likely to spend the money on alcohol, tobacco and gambling.
GUEST: Zoheb Khan, a Researcher, at the University of Johannesburg
Over the past three decades, millions of jobs have been lost globally and locally due to restructuring of economies, neo-liberal economic policies, economic crises and open trade agreements between countries. This period has seen a huge growth in informal employment, especially amongst women who have to combine family and work responsibilities. A significant number of these workers do homebased piecemeal work, often for big companies, but it is questionable whether this constitutes decent work. In today’s show we discuss and explore the phenomenon of home based work.
Guest: Jane Barrett - Director of Women in Informal Employment: Globalizing and Organizing (WIEGO) - Organisation and Representation Programme Guest: Shahida Cassiem - New Hope Co-operative based in Mannenberg, Cape Town
The VBS story continues to implicate the country’s political leaders in corrupt dealings and looting of savings by some of the poorest people. Journalists are exposing the dirt behind the missing funds which have crippled municipalities in the poor districts. What is the picture currently and why are we not seeing arrests at the top of the food chain despite all the revelations?
GUEST: Pauli van Wyk, a Journalist from the Daily Maverick's investigative unit Scorpio
South African Airways reported last week that the first day of normal operations went smoothly as workers returned to work Saturday. This follows an eight-day wage strike which ended with a deal between management and the unions. But do we really understand what the deal entails?
GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola – Spokesperson for NUMSA
The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) and Impact Investing South Africa (IISA) have released the first Africa Impact Report 2019, which was presented at the Global Steering Group Impact Summit in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The Africa Impact Report 2019 aims to advocate a sound investment case for African economies, to become catalysts for collaboration between governments and private investors and to fast track sustainable and scalable solutions for Africa's impact investment priorities. The release of the report follows two important investments engagements that took place recently; The Africa Investment Forum and the second South Africa Investment Conference.
GUEST: Monique Mathys, the Head of Investments Project Development at the Public Investment Corporation (PIC)
Today we take a look at Africa’s last remaining British colony, the Chagos Islands. The latest is that it is still under the control of the United Kingdom despite orders from the United Nations for them to recognize its sovereignty. The deadline came and went for the U.K. to end its colonization of the Chagos Islands, but the British ignored the deadline. Let’s get a history lesson on this as we welcome…
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer for Spotlight Africa and Channel Africa
As it is the last Tuesday of the month, we deal with questions that Bryan has received off air of a similar nature.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The ANC in the Amathole region of the Eastern Cape has called on the Presidency and the Correctional Services Department to grant jailed King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo permission on compassionate grounds to attend the funeral of AmaXhosa King Zwelonke Sigcawu on Friday. King Dalindyebo is serving a 12-year-term at the East London correctional centre for kidnapping, assault and arson. This is what Amathole's spokesperson Tembalethu Ntuthu….
GUEST: Crispin Phiri – Spokesperson for Justice Minister Ronald Lamola
Time now for our Legally Speaking feature where we speak about all issues pertaining to South African laws. This morning we are going to discuss the newly signed Property Practitioners Act, which will replace the 43-year old Estate Agency Affairs Act. So how will this new law impact on the buying, selling, leasing or renting of property in the country and what does it entail for transformation…
GUEST: Robert Krautkramer, Legal expert and the director at legal firm Miltons Matsemela
Human settlements, water & sanitation minister Lindiwe Sisulu’s suggestion that her department was exploring legal measures that would enable top-slicing is being opposed by the SA Local Government Association. This entails diverting 3% to 5% of municipal grants to municipalities with arrears to the department to reduce their debt for water supplied.
GUEST: Jean de la Harp - executive director for municipal infrastructure and services at SALGA
Safety at our hospitals and other issues pertaining to health facilities are triggering calls for the health department to be nationalized. There seems to be an unexplained miscommunication between the national and departments on the implementation of policy. Just last week, a patient who was being treated for gunshot wounds was shot and killed at Witbank hospital. This has made staff at hospitals nervous. Based on this, NEHAWU is suggesting a change in governance and this is what their president Mzwandile Makwayiba had to say….
GUEST: Dr. Trevor Ngwane -Faculty of Humanities South Africa Research Chair in Social Change
Last week Eastern Cape’s MEC for Finance, Mlungisi Mvoko delivered his Medium Term Budget Policy Statement. This advances the premier’s Revised Provincial Development Plan, their Vision 2030 blue print. He agrees with this plan and says it’s realistic. What are the highlights and how is he advancing it?
guest: Dalumhlanga Majeke – Head of the Eastern Cape Treasury Department
Tshwane Mayor Stevens Mokgalapa has laid charges of extortion and blackmail. This after the leaking of an audio tape purported to be of him and his Roads and Transport MMC, Sheila Senkubuge allegedly in a compromising position. Mokgalapa claims the tape was being used by suspended city officials for extortion and to blackmail him…
GUEST: DA's Gauteng leader, John Moody
As we continue to mark 400 years since the first Africans were enslaved, there has been a series of events to mark this occasion. In September we touched on the Door of Our Return event at the Pan African Parliament where the process was outlined. So the journey continues as a group of African American and Barbados leaders started their journey back to the continent. To put all of this in context, we are joined in studio by…
GUEST (studio): Dr Julius Garvey, Board-Certified award winning surgeon, medical professor, entrepreneur and son of Marcus Garvey
Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa is today (Friday) paying a special visit to Credo Mutwa in Mothibistad, Kuruman in the Northern Cape Province. This visit is part of the departments Living Human Treasure Project, a programme that seeks to profile and honor South Africans who possess rare indigenous knowledge, skills and techniques. To tell us more on this and who exactly Credo Mutwa is and what we should know about him,
GUEST: Matshediso Setai - Spokesperson for the Credo Mutwa foundation
This morning we start the show by reflecting on the lives of spokespeople and the drama they go through. Pity those who work in departments that are in the news for the wrong reasons. Some spokespeople switch off their phones when flooded by calls from journalists as they don’t really know what to say. Some are just plain bad in what they are doing and then there are those who are just darlings to deal with. Let’s allow them to speak for themselves and tell us how they do it and how they separate their work lives with family lives…
GUEST: JP Smith - Mayoral committee member for safety and security at the City of Cape Town
GUEST: Nana Zenani - Prasa spokesperson
GUEST: Lenox Mabaso – Spokesperson for COGTA in KZN
This morning The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Velmore Hotel Conference Centre in Erasmia, Pretoria, where the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is hosting a high-level gathering on climate change. The Climate Change Indaba will be held under the strategic theme "Mobilizing climate action to create a sustainable climate resilient Gauteng City Region". The Indaba will be attended by more than 300 delegates, drawn from different sectors in society, notably academia; environment organizations; government representatives; business; research think-tanks; community-based organizations; non-governmental organizations; youth and women organizations; farmers and general public…
GUEST: Gerard van Weele – Businessman from Royal Haskoning DHV
Modupi Mampa – Teacher at Zitikeni secondary school in Tembisa
Thapelo Maake – Learner at Zitikeni secondary school in Tembisa
Scientists have discovered a new strain of HIV but experts say this is not a cause for concern. The discovery was a subtype of a known existing strain which is part of the Group M version of HIV-1, the same family of virus subtypes blamed for the global HIV pandemic…
GUEST: Dr Sandile Buthelezi, CEO of the South African National Aids Council (Sanac)
This morning The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Velmore Hotel Conference Centre in Erasmia, Pretoria, where the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is hosting a high-level gathering on climate change. The Climate Change Indaba will be held under the strategic theme "Mobilizing climate action to create a sustainable climate resilient Gauteng City Region". The Indaba will be attended by more than 300 delegates, drawn from different sectors in society, notably academia; environment organizations; government representatives; business; research think-tanks; community-based organizations; non-governmental organizations; youth and women organizations; farmers and general public…
GUEST: Morakane Mosupyoe: Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Agriculture, Environment and Rural Development guest: Matilda Gasela – Head of Department: Economic Development, Agriculture, Environment and Rural Development
We speak to eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda about the municipality's Fraud Awareness campaign. The eThekwini Municipality says it has measures for the prevention, detection and management of fraud and corruption or any other dishonest activities of a similar nature. For more on this we are now joined on the line by eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda to speak to us about creating an environment and culture in which employees believe that dishonest acts will be detected and investigated
GUEST: eThekwini Mayor, Mxolisi Kaunda
We speak now to the Department of Water and Sanitation about how they are dealing with fraud in the department. They have been in the news for quite some time for all the wrong reasons especially on financial irregularities. How did they manage to turn things around? GUEST: Emilize Nezar - Chief Director: Internal Audit: Department of Water and Sanitation
We now speak to South African author Khethiwe Zulu about her book 'South African History Retold: A Beginners Guide to the History Behind the Names', which aims to education citizens about street name changes and their significance.
GUEST: South African author, Khethiwe Zulu
This morning The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Velmore Hotel Conference Centre in Erasmia, Pretoria, where the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is hosting a high-level gathering on climate change. The Climate Change Indaba will be held under the strategic theme "Mobilizing climate action to create a sustainable climate resilient Gauteng City Region". The Indaba will be attended by more than 300 delegates, drawn from different sectors in society, notably academia; environment organizations; government representatives; business; research think-tanks; community-based organizations; non-governmental organizations; youth and women organizations; farmers and general public…
GUEST: Loyiso Mkwana – Acting Deputy Director General for Natural Resource Management at the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Auditor-General Kimi Makwetu has described as disappointing the audit outcomes of about 432 national and provincial government departments as well as state-owned enterprises. He says this figure might be higher as they could not audit contracts worth two-point-three-three-billion-rand due to missing or incomplete information. Makwetu says irregular expenditure in government departments and state-owned enterprises has increased from 51-billion-rand reported last year to 62-point-six-zero-billion-rand reported this year. He was briefing the media in Parliament after releasing audit outcomes for government departments and state-owned enterprises for the year 2018/2019, last year…
GUEST: Auditor-General, Mr Kimi Makwetu
The Eastern Cape government is pushing for Liquefied Natural Gas in creating socio-economic growth in terms of jobs and SMME development. They go on to say that the province can create a thriving, inclusive, and a job-rich oil and gas sector. We speak now to the people who are handling the process. They talk about the crucial value of the integration between the Port of Ngqura and the CDC in realizing the importation of Liquefied Natural Gas as one of the key driving stimulus in ensuring that the first step in unlocking a gas driven economy has been met.
GUEST: Sandisiwe Ncemane - Energy Sector Manager at Coega Development Corporation
Is antibiotic resistance a global health threat? As the world observes Antibiotic Resistance Awareness Week we are going to look at the dangers of antibiotics, their management and consumption. Antimicrobial-resistant infections claim 700 000 lives a year globally and by 2050 antimicrobial resistance could result in a loss of 10million lives a year, this according to the World Health Organisation…
GUEST: Precious Ncayiyana, Principal Pharmacist at 1 Military Hospital
For the past two decades, South Africa’s state owned enterprises (SOE’s) have been beset with crises. This includes Eskom, SAA, PRASA and the SA Post Office and others. This has had a direct and negative impact on the country, especially the people and the economy. However, workers at these state owned enterprises have been subject to much stress due to the additional demands to their work and ongoing insecurity. We are also currently experiencing a strike in South African Airways for salary increases and job security. In today’s show we discuss the crises in SOE’s, its impact on labour and their responses.
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GUEST: Dominic Brown, Economic Justice Programme Manager for the Alternative Information and Development Centre (AIDC)
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GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, spokesperson for the National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa
Fourteen thousand learners in Gauteng have still not been placed in schools for 2020. But the Gauteng Education Department insists that all students will be placed by the end of this month.
GUEST: Gauteng Education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi
This morning we start the show with Dr John Sargent co-CEO of BroadReach. He is a globally recognized innovator focused on developing the 4th Industrial Revolution technologies to radically improve healthcare delivery and catalyze broader development sector outcomes. We chat to him on a number of issues related to improving healthcare and also he is working with the NHI and doing some work in KZN. With his global experience and innovation, how does he view the state of health on the continent and what are the success stories and his views on the arguments around the NHI…
GUEST: Dr John Sargent co-CEO of BroadReach
The Global Learner Survey revealed a lot of interesting data about all related to transforming the global education sector. From the do-it-yourself mentality to keeping up with the 4th Industrial Revolution. One of the revelations is that 94 % of South Africans believe there is a need to keep learning throughout their career to remain relevant. What should we learn from this survey through a South African set-up?
GUEST: Dr Nhlanhla Thwala, academic director at Pearson Institute of Higher Education
Last week after our weekly discussion on African issues with Izak Khomo I asked you what areas you would like us to discuss for today’s feature. The responses we got varied from African leadership to the repeat of Zimbabwe. Well one country we hardly hear about is Madagascar. So we then decided to zoom into it and find out about their history and politics. Who are they?
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Presenter/Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot; Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch. We are heading into the frenetic final six weeks of the year, when we try to do everything that we haven't done during the year. One of the things that is often on our minds is whether we are going to get a bonus or not. The question is if you are lucky enough to get one, what can you do with it.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
There has been mixed reaction to the appointment of Andre de Ruyter as Eskom CEO as he isn't in position of an engineering qualification. However Director at SE Advisory and former member of the SOE Review Committee Dr. Bheki Mfeka says naysayers should have faith in de Ruyter's ability to turn around the power utility.
GUEST: Lumkile Mondi, Senior Lecturer at the School of Economics and Business Science at Wits
GUEST: Andile Nomlala - President of the Black Management Forum guest: Black Business Council president Sandile Zungu
Independent Energy Expert, Ted Bloem has slammed the decision by the Eskom board and government for appointing a new Eskom CEO who is not in possession of an engineering qualification. It has been announced that Andre De Ruyter will take over as the CEO at Eskom from the 15th of January. De Ruyter is currently the CEO of NAMPAK - Africa's largest packaging company. The Public Enterprises Ministry says in a statement that the appointment follows an exhaustive recruitment procedure…
GUEST: Independent Energy Expert, Ted Bloem
There has been mixed reaction to the appointment of Andre de Ruyter as Eskom CEO as he isn't in position of an engineering qualification. However Director at SE Advisory and former member of the SOE Review Committee Dr. Bheki Mfeka says naysayers should have faith in de Ruyter's ability to turn around the power utility.
GUEST: Duma Gqubule - Duma Gqubule - Executive Director, Centre for Economic Development and Transformation
Trade union federation Cosatu, and the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) say families of the 10 people killed days proceeding 16th August 2012 Marikana tragedy, must be compensated, just like the families of the 34 miners killed. The call was made during a rally jointly organised by Cosatu and NUM at Marikana in the North West. Num has also vowed to regain control as a majority union in the lost platinum belt
GUEST: NUM president, Joseph Montisetse
Time now for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking where we speak about all issues pertaining to our law. This morning we will speak about divorce laws in South Africa, how to get a divorce, how to start the divorce process, on what grounds to divorce and we will also learn about the different types of divorces. Joining me for this discussion is...
GUEST: Nokuphiwa Duma, who is a practicing Attorney in Durban and also the Founder & CEO of Duma Attorneys
While SAA is facing problems of its own from strikes to financial sustainability, Mango airlines is celebrating 13 years of existence. We take a short journey looking back to where it all began and how they have been riding the storm over the 13 years? What is their strategy and what keeps them going?
GUEST: Nico Bezuidenhout – CEO Mango airlines
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) says it's due to carry out verification exercises to check if South African Airways' personnel are qualified to operate aircraft. This follows allegations by some unions that reinstated SAA flights are being operated by short-term, unqualified personnel. SAA Management says it will take legal action against NUMSA and the South African Cabin Crew Association for their utterances.
GUEST: Numsa spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola GUEST: Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), spokesperson, Phindiwe Gwebu GUEST: South African Airways spokesperson, Tladi Tladi
Our guest is making strides in the Sepedi music genre. She recently won the Best Sepedi award at the Limpopo Music Awards. In some pages she is being referred to as her Majesty Motlanalo with her new single Sewela having been featured on an international radio station. Who is she and how does she describe herself?
GUEST (Studio): Motlanalo – Sepedi songstress and winner of the Best Sepedi singer award
Government has published a report looking at some of its achievements and failures in tertiary education for the last 25 years of democracy. The findings reveal an increase in a number of students graduating but also reveal an increase in a number of students graduating but also shows that University students are set up to fail due to inadequate student housing, which can decrease student pass rates significantly…
GUEST: John Schooling, co-founder of student accommodation group STAG African
As workers down tools at SAA from today (Friday) over salaries and other issues, we take the opportunity to understand how the principle of ‘No work no pay’ works. Unions have been struggling with the question of a secret ballot to decide whether workers should embark on a strike or not. What is it we as the public should know about all of this?
GUEST: Advocate Tertius Wessels - Legal Director of Strata-g Labour Solutions.
The Institute of Race Relations yesterday released their report on the state of the LGBTQ community. They say that the views on this community are becoming more tolerant around the world. But in South Africa, they are not happy about the country’s reluctance of defending their rights in Africa. This follows Deputy President David Mabuza’s refusal to condemn those African states where the rights of the LGBTQ community are being abused. For more on this, we are joined on the line by….
GUEST: Gerbrandt van Heerden, an analyst at the Institute of Race Relations
AmaXhosa King Zwelonke Calvin Mpendulo Sigcau has died in an Mthatha hospital in the Eastern Cape aged 51. He ruled AmaXhosa nation for more than 14 years. He has been described as a peace maker and very passionate about developing rural communities. This morning we will get to learn more about King Zwelonke Calvin Mpendulo Sigcau, about rituals observed in the Xhosa culture in regards to when a king has passed on. Our guest will also take us through the various ceremonies that are performed and the various roles to which family members are expected to uphold during this period.
GUEST: Nkosi Jongisilo Pokwana Ka Menziwa, Cultural development Strategist and Director of the Vusizwe Foundation for Historical Research
Speaking to Professor Lynette Denny who has been researching methods of cervical cancer prevention among poor women for 25 years. She says that cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the country, after breast cancer, yet it is preventable through mass screening – and early detection saves lives. The other report is that it is significantly higher among black women in South Africa.
GUEST: Professor Denny, Senior specialist in gynecological oncology in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at UCT and Groote Schuur Hospital
The British Council's Creating Opportunity for South Africa's Youth (COSY) project has taken 80 young people between the ages of 18 and 25 through a 10-week entrepreneurship programme. To find out more on this and how it has benefited these youngsters.
GUEST: Itumeleng Dhlamini, Project manager for the Creating Opportunity for South Africa's Youth (COSY) project
Government has been calling on the private sector to get involved in job creation and the empowerment of women and the youth. Well the De Beers Group and UN Women started a capacity-building programme to upskill 500 women micro-entrepreneurs in Limpopo. Well the women have now completed the programme and we find out what it entailed and what happens moving forward as we welcome…
GUEST: Gregory Petersen, De Beers’ Enterprise and Supplier Development Manager
We looked at how a franchise works. We were Joined in studio by Tyrone Harding, who is the co-founder of Soft Coffee, a holding company to Hard Rock Cafe and Capello to speak about how to apply for a franchise and the necessary steps that go into owning a franchise
GUEST: Jimmy Tembo, who is the brand manager of Soft Coffee, a holding company to Hard Rock Cafe (in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Sun City and Cape Town) and Capello.
Trade unions NUMSA and the South African Cabin Crew Association have issued the South African Airways, SAA with a 48-hour strike notice over the planned job cuts at the national carrier and this means strike action will commence on Friday. The unions have been briefing the media in Johannesburg. SAA earlier announced its intention to restructure - and that could result in job cuts. Meanwhile the Chief Financial Officer of SAA Deon Fredericks says they do not have the financial capacity to increase wages at this point in time…
CLIP: SAA CFO
LINK: And that was the Chief Financial Officer of SAA Deon Fredericks. For the latest we are now joined on the line by Aviation economist, Joachim Vermooten…
GUEST: Aviation economist, Joachim Vermooten....
Which is the best restaurant in South Africa? Well we will find out soon at this year’s 14th Annual Restaurants Association of South Africa (RASA) Rosetta Awards, which is considered as the most sought after restaurant award. The award celebrates talent, artistry and creativity. Few years back South Africa witnessed the worst ever listeriosis outbreak - in which at least 190 have died and close to 1‚000 infected. So this morning we will also look at health and safety standards for food production and how RASA ensures health and hygiene standards in the Restaurant Industry.
GUEST (In studio): Wendy Alberts, Chief Executive Officer of the Restaurants Association of South Africa (RASA)
Two weeks ago a conference was held at the University of the Western Cape that focused on the changes in and the future of the agriculture industry and its likely impact on the livelihoods of farmworkers and their communities. In today’s show we have as our guests representatives of the organisations that attended that conference to share their knowledge and thoughts with us. With us to discuss this we have …
GUEST: Roseline Engelbrecht, Labour Rights Programme Coordinator for the Women on Farms Project, a Stellenbosch based non-governmental organisation GUEST: Professor Andries Du Toit, of the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (Plaas) based at the University of the Western Cape
The International Conference on Population and Development has opened in Nairobi yesterday (Tuesday) with a call to world leaders to commit to ending maternal and child deaths, female genital mutilation, Gender Based Violence, as well as child marriages. Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta pledged to the over 6,000 delegates gathered in Nairobi for the summit, that Kenya has agreed to end female genital mutilation by 2022. South Africa is also represented there by Minister in the Office of the Presidency Jackson Mthembu and Lindiwe Zulu, Minister of Social Development. What are they taking to the conference?
GUEST: Jackson Mthembu - Minister in the Office of the Presidency
South Africa has called on its BRICS counterparts to embrace its powerful position to be a voice of inclusion, of change and to advocate for a more progressive world order defined by cooperation. That was among the key messages delivered to foreign ministers of the group as heads of state and government including President Cyril Ramaphosa touched down in Brazil's capital Brasilia for the 11th iteration of the annual summit, last hosted in Johannesburg. The country's chief diplomat Minister Naledi Pandor urged her counterparts not merely to recognize Africa's repositioning on the global stage but to increase efforts in reforming the global governance system
GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC Foreign Editor and Acting Political Editor
The South African Transport and Allied Workers Union says the national carrier South African Airways did not consult them about the possible retrenchments. SAA says it's embarking on a restructuring process which may lead to job losses. The embattled airline has informed its 5-thousand 1-hundred and 46 employees of the process. The airline has been facing several challenges, including high debt and fuel prices, high interest costs on loans and operating costs.
guest: Deon Fredericks – Interim CFO at SAA
We revisit the Russia-Africa Summit that was held last Month where leaders from the continent signed all manner of agreements with Moscow as we could not conclude our discussion last week. The Russian government and state companies signed dozens of memoranda of understanding and agreements and promised further cooperation, building on recent agreements with individual African governments. What should we read into this and also is it in Africa's advantage to do business with Russia? What history do we share with Russia?
GUEST: Izak Khomo - Presenter/Producer for Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
Are there certain cars associated with retirement? And if so which is the best vehicle for senior citizens. This morning we will look at: What are the best vehicles to save for retirement?
GUEST :Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Heavy torrential rains have wreaked havoc across Durban in KwaZulu Natal and with severe thunderstorms affecting parts of the Eastern Cape. Meanwhile other provinces have been gripped by drought conditions.
guest: KwaZulu-Natal co-operative governance and traditional affairs MEC Sipho Hlomuka
Heavy torrential rains have wreaked havoc across Durban in KwaZulu Natal and with severe thunderstorms affecting parts of the Eastern Cape. Meanwhile other provinces have been gripped by drought conditions. For the latest weather forecast
GUEST: Puseletso Mofokeng, Senior Forecaster at the South Africa Weather Service and SABC2 weather presenter
Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation Lindiwe Sisulu has described the ANC's national integrity commission as "toothless". She says the commission is inconsistent and ineffective in instilling discipline in the party. We extended an invite to the chair of the Commission, George Mashamba who declined our request, saying the party doesn't debate comments made by fellow party members in the public domain…
GUEST: Professor Ben Turok, who is the director of the Institute for African Alternatives
Time now for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking, this morning we look at whether there is a need for legislation to regulate churches. Last year the Portfolio Committee on Women in the Presidency suggested that legislation was needed to regulate churches operating outside the law. This given the rise on the commercialization of religion, the abuse and exploitation of people's belief systems in the country. This morning we will look at some of the laws governing how churches operate...
GUEST: Professor David Mosoma, Chairperson for the Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities.
We do a follow-up now to last week’s gathering of women in Johannesburg which was organized by the Zanele Mbeki Development Trust through their annual flagship African Women in Dialogue. 1-thousand women from the continent convened and raised many issues pertaining to the advancement of women on the African continent. What were the outcomes and how do they implement all of those things they were discussing?
GUEST: Linda Vilakazi, African Women in Dialogue – Managing Director of the Zanele Mbeki Development Trust and Coordinator for the African Women in Dialogue
As the second Investment Conference came to an end last week Friday, we heard final deliberations from investors. The last figure that we heard about in pledges was R393-billion. President Cyril Ramaphosa mentioned venture capital. Gavin Reardon, Founder of Kingson Capital welcomes the president’s views on venture capital
GUEST: Gavin Reardon, Founder of Kingson Capital
Former Ambassador to Japan and State Security Agency boss, Thulani Dlomo is set to challenge his dismissal. Bongi Gwala speaks to his lawyer Philani Shangase who will be challenging the matter in court...
GUEST: Philani Shangase, lawyer to former Ambassador to Japan and State Security Agency boss, Thulani Dlomo
KwaZulu Natal Education MEC Kwazi Mshengu is being accused of wasting in tax payers' money on a luxury car rental. This despite his predecessor's vehicle being made available for him to use. Mshengu reportedly refused to use the car as it belongs to his so called political rival, Mthandeni Dlungwane…
GUEST: KwaZulu Natal Education MEC, Kwazi Mshengu
Lobby group AfriForum will assist the family of slain soccer star, Senzo Meyiwa to arrest his killers. The Bafana Bafana captain was gunned down at the house of his girlfriend, singer Kelly Khumalo in Vosloorus, Johannesburg in October 2014. Renowned Investigator Paul O’Sullivan has also weighed in on the matter to have Meyiwa's case resolved.
GUEST: Forensic Investigator, Paul O'Sullivan GUEST: Sunday Independent reporter, Karabo Ngoepe
Time now for our regular Friday Wind Down feature, where we profile prominent South Africans. In the spotlight this morning is a remarkable, extraordinary woman, who is loved and cherished by many for her work in exposing corruption during her time as the country's public protector. She was also instrumental in drafting the country's constitution. Gracing our feature this morning is Professor Thulisile "Thuli" Madonsela, who is the Law Faculty Trust Chair for Social Justice and Law Professor at the University of Stellenbosch.
GUEST: Professor Thulisile "Thuli" Madonsela, who is the Law Faculty Trust Chair for Social Justice and Law Professor at the University of Stellenbosch
As the class of 2019 sits for the exams, concerns are being raised over whether they are eating properly? Strange enough is that potatoes are said to be one of those foods recommended for the brain. Let’s learn more on this as we welcome….
GUEST: Mbali Mapholi - Consultant Dietitian at Potatoes South Africa
As we are already in the 4th Industrial revolution, we face a lot of challenges especially in the business sector. Just look around and see how many things have been advanced by technology. The scary part is that businesses don’t have a choice but to embrace it. Lauren du Plooy, director at Rae & Associates and an Intuit QuickBooks trainer says that businesses that embrace technology and empower their employees with fourth industrial revolution skills enjoy better growth and become more resilient. She goes on to say that a fear of change could mean a business gets left behind. What are the trends and why would a business not want to embrace technology?
GUEST: Lauren du Plooy, director at Rae & Associates and an Intuit QuickBooks trainer
Households, government and businesses owe municipalities 165-billion rand. Municipalities' debts for water and electricity amounts to 39-billion-rand. The South African Local Government Association SALGA says this is why municipalities have been struggling to pay both Eskom and Rand Water. SALGA president Thembi Nkadimeng says they will look into ways of compelling consumers to pay. She has also called on government who owes 10 billion rand and businesses who owes 24 billion rand to pay their municipal bills...
GUEST: Thembi Nkadimeng, President of the South African Local Government Association, SALGA
Yesterday family and friends paid tribute to veteran journalist Xolani Gwala at a memorial service at the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Rivonia, north of Johannesburg. Gwala died on Friday aged 44 after losing the battle with colon cancer. He will be buried in his home village of Impendle in Kwa-Zulu Natal on Saturday…
Addressing the second Investment Summit in Sandton yesterday, President Cyril Ramaphosa said that the ease of doing business in South Africa had significantly been improved. He says it's now faster and easier to register a business than was the case in the past. On the sidelines, some of the delegates were raising issues pertaining to the SMME sector. Where is the voice of the small business sector and do these summits understand the contribution of the SMME sector to the larger economy?
GUEST: Tebogo Khaas – President of the SMME Forum
Several pledges have been made towards South Africa's economy at the second Investment Conference in Sandton, Johannesburg. The private sector and public entities have pledged to boost the country's ailing economy. President Cyril Ramaphosa has told local and international investors that government is tirelessly working to create a business environment that is competitive and conducive for investment. Meanwhile, the Chairperson of the Select Committee on Trade and Industry, Economic Development, Small Business Development, Tourism, Employment and Labour, Mandla Rayi, says this conference will have a positive impact on the country's challenges of unemployment and economic growth. To elaborate further, he now joins us on the line...
GUEST: Chairperson of the Select Committee on Trade and Industry, Economic Development, Small Business Development, Tourism, Employment and Labour, Mandla Rayi
As we enter Disability Month, we highlight the plight of people living with disabilities and talk about how this hard earned democracy is including them. Those who travel by public transport will tell you that taxi drivers don’t pick them up and how our buses are still not equipped for wheelchairs. Traffic lights are still not beeping for those who are blind. Let’s reflect now and find out where we are in this democracy when it comes to issues of people living with disabilities…
GUEST: Selaelo Makgato - Director Special Programmes in the Office of the Limpopo Premier
American President Donald Trump’s administration has formally notified the United Nations that the U.S. is withdrawing from the Paris climate agreement. What does this move entail for climate change, the work that has been done, the likes of other signatories, how will global climate diplomats to plot a way forward without the cooperation of the world's largest economy? In 2017 Trump announced that the US is withdrawing from the 2015 Paris climate agreement. He said there were moves to negotiate a new deal that would not disadvantage the US would begin. Take a listen…
GUEST: Happy Khambule, Greenpeace Africa's Senior Political Advisor
Last week Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni, delivered his Medium Term Budget Policy Statement to Parliament and the nation. It has been described as an austerity budget that has won support from big business. The minister has put forward proposals for deep cuts in the state’s budget that has met the ire of trade unions and NGO’s. Cosatu unions and Saftu have threatened resistance and even war with the state. In today’s show we look closely at the MTBPS and its implications for workers and the broader working class.
GUEST: Hameda Deedat, Acting Executive Director at Naledi, the research arm of Cosatu's Research Unit
GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley, Independent political and labour analyst
Former minister of Intelligence Ronnie Kasrils joins us in studio this morning to talk about his latest book entitled Catching Tadpoles: The Shaping of a Young Rebel. This memoir makes you ponder on what turned a white youngster from a modest background into a lifelong revolutionary of note. It was not an easy journey for him as a white person standing for what is right and being irked by the injustices black South Africans were subjected to by the then apartheid system. Let’s take a walk down memory lane with him through his memoir…
GUEST: Ronnie Kasrils – Former minister of Intelligence and anti-apartheid activist
Good morning and welcome to the Talking Point if you just tuned in. We are coming to you live from the Ford Motor Company in Silverton, Tshwane. President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to launch the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The main purpose this automotive hub is to attracting new automotive component manufacturers. The hub will be developed through a joint partnership between the department of trade and industry, the Gauteng provincial government and the city of Tshwane.
GUEST: Gauteng Growth & Development Agency Gceo, Mosa Tshabalala
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot the Global Perspective, today's destination is the country of Israel, which is the only state in the world with a majority Jewish population. The country is considered a holy place by many Jews, Christians and Muslims, since its creation in 1948. Ronald Phiri spoke to Ayellet Black, Israel's deputy ambassador and acting consul to South Africa about her recent trip Israel...
guest: Ms Ayellet Black, Israel's deputy ambassador and acting consul to South Africa about her recent trip Israel speaking to Ronald Phiri.
We revisit the Russia/Africa Summit that was held last Month where leaders from the continent signed all manner of agreements with Moscow. The Russian government and state companies signed dozens of memoranda of understanding and agreements and promised further cooperation, building on recent agreements with individual African governments. What should we read into this and also is it in Africa's advantage to do business with Russia? What history do we share with Russia?
GUEST: Izak Khomo - Presenter/Producer for Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
Good morning and welcome to the Talking Point if you just tuned in. We are coming to you live from the Ford Motor Company in Silverton, Tshwane. President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to launch the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The main purpose this automotive hub is to attracting new automotive component manufacturers. The hub will be developed through a joint partnership between the department of trade and industry, the Gauteng provincial government and the city of Tshwane.
GUEST: city's mayor Stevens Mokgalapa
Last week we were going to deal with; why should South African's not retire early? However, as it was the last Tuesday of the month, we dealt with questions that Bryan has received off air of a similar nature. But this morning we will continue our discussion on why should South African's should not retire early…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Good morning and welcome to the Talking Point if you just tuned in. We are coming to you live from the Ford Motor Company in Silverton, Tshwane. President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to launch the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The main purpose this automotive hub is to attracting new automotive component manufacturers. The hub will be developed through a joint partnership between the department of trade and industry, the Gauteng provincial government and the city of Tshwane.
GUEST: Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) special economic zones, Chief Director, Maoto Molefane
Refugees and asylum seekers in Cape Town have called on authorities, including the United Nations and the South African government to listen to their pleas to leave the country. Foreign nationals finding refuge at the Central Methodist Church in the Cape Town CBD say they are disappointed that the UN High Commission for Refugees is not addressing their needs. The action by Cape Town police against refugees and the issues around illegal occupations is now under scrutiny. This morning on our Legally Speaking feature we will look at how enforcement agencies should legally tackle these kinds of illegal occupations as soon as they happen and the rights of Refugees and asylum seekers in foreign countries and whether their calls to be taken to countries of their choice is justified…
GUEST: Gary Eisenberg, who i an Immigration attorney
Last week Finance Minister Tito Mboweni spoke out against gender based violence in the country saying this is not who we are. This coming out of the mouth of the finance minister makes you wonder how much financial hardships contribute to gender based violence. Would it help if government funded institutions that deal with this issue?
GUEST: Mpiwa Mangwiro – Regional Campaigns Advocacy Specialist at Sonke Gender Justice
GUEST: Javu Baloyi – Spokesperson at the Commission for Gender Equality
What are some of the problems faced by African widows, particularly South Africans? Women, who have lost husbands, tend to find themselves at the mercy of their in-laws, especially in black communities. Some widowed women from various cultural groups are subjected to abuse, marginalized by patriarchal in-laws and exploited through cleansing rituals and others having property taken away from them. This morning I am joined in studio by two widows to share their plight…
GUEST: Ms. Fortunate Ludaka, Speaker, Blogger and Activist GUEST : Mpho Tshabalala, the widow of late Kwaito Icon, Mandoza
The rand was steady last week after plunging when Finance Minister Tito Mboweni delivered a bleak budget speech, where he slashed growth forecasts. Now the worry is more on today when Moody’s gives its credit review. What can we expect?
GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley, who is an Independent analyst
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni is calling for the review of the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement but some economists have warned against this. We are now in conversation with chief economist of the Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt, about Mboweni's medium-term budget policy statement and some of the challenges he finds concerning in Mboweni's budget plan...
GUEST: Chief economist of the Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
The Zanele Mbeki Development Trust through their annual flagship African Women In Dialogue where they convene 1-thousand women from the continent are gathering again under the theme “Women’s voice and power as agents of change”. They are urging women to critically reflect on the impending anniversaries of UNSCR 1325 and Beijing +25. What can we expect and how should we describe the advancement of women on the African continent up to 2019?
guest: Naledi MAITE – ZANELE MBEKI FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME MANAGER
Good morning and welcome to the Talking Point, I am your host Asanda Beda, standing in for Bongi Gwala. You are listening to SAfm, and this morning we are leading the nation's conversation on 104-107, all the way from Isithebe Industrial Park, in Kwa-Zulu Natal. We are here at the Mandeni Local Council, where the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will launch the Black Industrialist digital and Microsoft programme. The theme for this event is Digital Transformation. Since inception of the Black Industrialist Program in 2016, to-date the dti has funded 140 Black Industrialists, involved in various sectors of the economy…
GUEST: Stieneke Jansma-Director Digetal hubs programme
Good morning and welcome to the Talking Point, I am your host Asanda Beda, standing in for Bongi Gwala. You are listening to SAfm, and this morning we are leading the nation's conversation on 104-107, all the way from Isithebe Industrial Park, in Kwa-Zulu Natal. We are here at the Mandeni Local Council, where the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will launch the Black Industrialist digital and Microsoft programme. The theme for this event is Digital Transformation. Since inception of the Black Industrialist Program in 2016, to-date the dti has funded 140 Black Industrialists, involved in various sectors of the economy…
GUEST: Mayor of Mandani Municipality-Councillor Thabane Mdlalose
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Arts and Culture led by MEC Hlengiwe Mavimbela are at the forefront in the promotion of reading, arts development and social cohesion. To tell us more on this and the reasons behind this campaign, the MEC now joins us on the line….
GUEST: Ms Hlengiwe Mavimbela – KZN MEC for Arts, Culture, Sport and Recreation
Time now for our regular Business feature. This morning we host Njabulo Mabuza, who was appointed a board member of the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference, where he started off as a mere intern. He now joins us in our SABC Auckland Park studios to share his story of coming up from an internship programme to now being at board level. He will also elaborate on Birchwood's developments, upgrades and goals...
GUEST: Njabulo Mabuza, Njabulo Mabuza, a board member of the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference
Good morning and welcome to the Talking Point, I am your host Asanda Beda, standing in for Bongi Gwala. You are listening to SAfm, and this morning we are leading the nation's conversation on 104-107, all the way from Isithebe Industrial Park, in Kwa-Zulu Natal. We are here at the Mandeni Local Council, where the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will launch the Black Industrialist digital and Microsoft programme. The theme for this event is Digital Transformation. Since inception of the Black Industrialist Program in 2016, to-date the dti has funded 140 Black Industrialists, involved in various sectors of the economy…
Guest; Takalani Tambani-Chief Director at Black Industrialist programme
The South African Democratic Teachers’ Union is not impressed with yesterday’s Medium Term Budget Policy Statement which they highlight the fact that it was delivered on the backdrop of an economy that is forecast to grow at a disappointing 0,5% in 2019. They go on to say that the speech has left public servants further demoralised as the Minister, once again, fingered the public sector wage bill as one area government will focus on to reduce spending. To tell us more on this,
GUEST: Mugwena Maluleke - SADTU General Secretary
As the country is experience a water crisis, government is trying it’s best to get communities to start preserving water. Entrepreneurs and innovators are coming up with different ways of helping to deal with the crisis. One of those is a company called Aqua Air, they extract water from humidity. Just how sustainable are their methods and what solutions are they bring?
GUEST: Keamogetswe Matsho – Chief Executive of Aqua Air
It seems like Apartheid and its racist legacy have still not been eradicated from the workplace and the economy. From time to time we learn of extreme racially motivated acts of violence against black workers as well as various forms of racial discrimination against them. On the other-hand, some white workers and their trade unions like solidarity have expressed concern about discriminatory practices against their members due to affirmative action legislation. After 25 years of democracy, do South African workplaces and the economy still remain untransformed? Is racism ever going to be eradicated? If so, how will it happen?
GUEST: Zwelinzima Vavi – SAFTU General Secretary GUEST: Dr Ebrahim Harvey – Political writer, analyst, author and former trade unionist
Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan says the establishment of the Transmission Entity under Eskom holdings is the most urgent priority. He says the transmission's core function will be to promote capital investment, to catalyse energy efficiency and maintain cost sustainability. Gordhan says the Transmission subsidiary will have an interim Board fulfilling an oversight role. Yesterday Gordhan said the deadline for the separation of the Eskom business is the 31st of March 2020. He says the special paper on Eskom is merely the beginning of the process and it will take time to get everything right. Gordhan was presenting the special paper on Eskom in Pretoria...
GUEST: Energy Analyst, Andrew Kenny
Economics have mixed predictions over which way today’s mid-term budget speech is likely to go. Some say that Finance Minister Tito Mboweni is likely to focus more on SOE’s while others expect a tax increase. Which way can we expect him to go under this stressful economic situation seeing that the unemployment figures have also increased?
GUEST: Alex Gwala, Deliotte Director of Global Business tax services, Innovation leader for Africa Tax and legal and mining tax specialist
Germany's foreign minister is looking at possible solutions to put an end to what they call "foreign interference" in war-torn Libya. The country's foreign minister Heiko Maas says this issue is a "fundamental problem" in Libya that will be discussed at a conference on the North African country, which will take place in Berlin later this year. Let's take a look back to how Libya found itself here. Was it about the oil? Was it Muammar Gaddafi call for one Africa and one currency? What is it exactly?
Guest: Izak Khomo - Presenter Producer of Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
Last week we were going to deal with; why should South African's not retire early? However, as it is the last Tuesday of the month, we deal with questions that Bryan has received off air of a similar nature.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Wits University is hosting an African Investigative Journalism Conference, from the 28th until the 30th of October. Award winning Cameroonian journalist, Mimi Mefo will be among 70 lauded thought-leaders from around the world who will speak at the 15th African Investigative Journalism Conference.
guest: Jeff Lowenstein, an investigative journalist from the USA, an author of four books and a visiting professor at Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism
guest: Solomon Serwanjja, an Investigative Journalist from Uganda
Time now for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking, In September 2018 the constitutional Court ruled that the private cultivation, possession and consumption of cannabis is legal. Since the ruling some South Africans have been using certain loopholes in the law to get around the cannabis judgement through so called 'grow clubs', which exploit the decriminalization of the personal use and cultivation of cannabis 'in private'. For more on this we are in conversation with Andrew MacPherson, who is an Associate in Dispute Resolution practice specializing in insolvency law at law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, in Cape Town.
GUEST: Andrew MacPherson, who is an Associate in Dispute Resolution practice specializing in insolvency law at law firm Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, in Cape Town.
As South Africa is battling to deal with its energy crisis with government coming up with different options which include nuclear energy. But interestingly, now there is the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Inga 3 project which the country is being called upon not to go ahead with as it may be too expensive. The African women Unite against Destructive Resource Extraction and International Rivers- two non-profit organisations - argue that the foreign-owned hydropower would cost R400 million more per annum compared to domestic power. guest: TRUSHA REDDY – FROM WOMIN AFRICAN ALLIANCE
guest: RUDO SANYANGA – AFRICA PROGRAMME DIRECTOR AT INTERNATIONAL RIVERS
Last week we say a breach of the City of Johannesburg’s network and some of the banks. The risk of being hacked has always been there over the years and no matter how hard companies try to protect themselves against cybercrime, somehow criminals manage to penetrate their systems. Well, those in the in the insurance sector say that there seems to be very little uptake in cyber insurance and other risk mitigation measures. For some insight on this, we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: Simon Colman - Executive Head of Digital at SHA Specialist Underwriters
The KwaZulu-Natal Police are investigating a case of attempted murder following the shooting of Thabiso Zulu, the whistle blower in the murder case of the late ANC Youth League Secretary-General, Sindiso Magaqa. Zulu also testified before the Moerane Commission of Inquiry set up to investigate political killings in the province. This morning we will look at the protection of whistle-blowers around the world, from Self-professed National Security Agency (NSA) leaker Edward Snowden, Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, and Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia, known for her revelations about political corruption in Malta, who was killed by a car bomb...
GUEST: Corruption Watch lawyer, Caroline James
Editor of the Sunday World Makhudu Sefara says Minerals Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe's motive might be to harm the reputation of the newspaper. The Sunday World reported that Mantashe admitted paying two of the newspaper's journalists a 70-thousand-rand bribe to squash a story about his alleged relationship with a student. The Tiso Blackstar Group which owned the Sunday World at the time of the alleged incident says it is shocked that the bribe allegations were never brought to its attention. The Sunday World has launched an investigation into the matter. The South African National Editors' Forum says it will soon write to Mantashe to request him to verify the story, saying if it's true, he must identify the journalists. Sefara says they view Mantashe's admission in very serious light...
GUEST: Judy Sandison, Who is part of South African National Editor's Forum, Sanef's Media Freedom Committee.
Guest: Solly Moeng, who is a brand reputation management adviser and CEO of strategic corporate communications consultancy at DonValley Reputation Managers
Time now for our Friday Wind Down feature, where we profile prominent politicians, academics, authors, actors and actresses, and other type of exceptional South Africans. This morning the spotlight is in KZN, where we shine the light on ANC KZN provincial secretary, Mdumiseni Ntuli. We will talk about his life, career in politics and challenges facing the ANC in KZN…
GUEST : ANC KZN provincial secretary, Mr Mdumiseni Ntuli
Botswana's ruling Botswana Democratic Party, BDP has again won the country's general elections, after reaching the 29 parliamentary seat thresholds. Botswana parliament is made up of 57 seats, and a party with 29 seats is declared the winner. Chief Justice of Botswana Terence Ranowane is at the offices of the state broadcaster to officially announce Mokgweetsi Masisi the winner. The overall outcomes are expected during the course of the day.
GUEST: Mr Spencer Mogapi, Deputy Editor of Botswana's The Sunday Standard and chairperson of Editors' Forum
The land issue is no doubt one of the most controversial issues we have to confront whether we like it or not. Since the ANC’s resolution on it at Nasrec, we have been having different speakers giving their views on it. This time around we here from the art world. The Gallery of the University of Johannesburg is hosting Conversing the Land, an exhibition of landscapes from the permanent art collections of MTN and UJ, as well as selected landscapes from the joint MTN and UJ Emerging Artists Development Programme. The selection of works interrogates the many ways in which visual artists have grappled with the land in an attempt to understand who we are, where we come from, what we had and what we have lost. To shed some light on this,
GUEST: Annali Dempsey, UJ Art Gallery and Art Collection Curator
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula has urged motorist to pay for e-tolls. He has been leading engagements on ways to save the cash-strapped project, given that motorists have basically crippled the e-toll system by simply not paying, despite mounting bills. But Mbalula now says paying for the roads would create a better economic eco-system within the transport industry. To get some clarity on this, we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: Ayanda-Allie Paine – Spokesperson for Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula
The National Assembly's portfolio committee on health is embarking on a national roadshow to inform and educate the public about National Health Insurance Bill (NHI). The Committee will facilitate dialogues where community members and other stakeholders across South Africa will be afforded the opportunity to influence the direction of the NHI...
GUEST: Sibongiseni Dhlomo, chairperson of the National Assembly's portfolio committee on health
It's been another busy week in the world of news, particularly here in South Africa with the news of DA leader Maimane and former federal chairperson Trollip resignation on Wednesday, following Helen Zille's election as federal chairperson of the party at the weekend. And in International news, the inaugural session of the Russia-Africa Summit at the resort island of Sochi.
GUEST: Brooks Spector, an Associate Editor at the Daily Maverick GUEST: Pieter du Toit, News24's Assistant Editor
Time now for our regular Thursday Health Talk feature, this morning we are in conversation with Belinda Ramakatsa, a Disability media influencer and the Founder of B-scoliosis, who has Scoliosis, a common spinal deformity that occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty. Belinda says so many people are misinformed about Scoliosis and that it's not just about the spine...
GUEST: Belinda Ramakatsa, a Disability media influencer and the Founder of B-scoliosis
Over the years working more than one job was mostly done by people who were really hard pressed by different circumstances. People like nurses, single mothers and so on. But now this is becoming a norm and even has a title called the 'Side Hustle Economy'. What is it exactly and what are the trends? How is it advancing under the current economic climate? Why is it becoming normal and what sort of impact does it have on productivity?
GUEST: Kresantha Pillay, Lead Specialist: Lifestyle Protector at Liberty Group
SMME owners know the frustration of delayed payments and the effect it has on business. Especially to those who do business with government. Last week the Eastern Cape government developed an APP system to help speedup payment and also track the process through ones phone. It's been a few days since the launch, how is the system going so far and how are the SMME's warming up to it?
guest: DALUHLANGA MAJEKE – HEAD OF DEPARTMENT – EC PROVINCIAL TREASURY guest: FEZILE MOYANA – WEBMASTER AT PROVINCIAL TREASURY
Yesterday DA leader Mmusi Maimane finally made the announcement we’ve all been expecting him to make. In 1994 our politics became that of a rainbow nation with politicians integrating and driving towards one vision of uniting the country. The DA then grew over the years as a liberal party that accommodates the black electorate. Now we’ve seen two black senior members resign. We speak now to one of the political veterans in the country who was there from the days of the National Party to the DA and had his own share of trouble while a member
GUEST: Peter Marais – President of the Bruin Bemagtiging Beweging or BBB and sole MP of the Freedom Front Plus in the Western Cape Legislature
Mmusi Maimane and Athol Trollip have resigned as party leader and Federal Executive chairperson respectively. In a media briefing at the DA's headquarters in Bruma, Johannesburg, Maimane said that despite his best efforts he had realized that there was a grouping within the party that did not share his vision to build an inclusive South Africa. He says he will continue as the party's parliamentary leader until the end of the year, after which the DA will go to congress to elect new leadership…
GUEST: Professor Steven Friedman, who is a professor of Political Studies at the University of Johannesburg
There is a new law set to fast-track transformation. This morning we are going to look at the Amended Employment Equity (EE) Bill which seeks to fast-track transformation in South African workplaces. 27,000 employment equity audits reveal that 65.6% of top management positions are occupied by white South Africans. While Black Africans occupied 76% of the positions in government and whites occupied 69.6% of the positions in the private sector. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Tabea Kabinde, the Chairperson of the Commission for Employment Equity (CEE)
GUEST: Tabea Kabinde, the Chairperson of the Commission for Employment Equity (CEE)
Batswana go to the polls, to decide who will lead their next government. Although some pundits believe there could be no clear winner, which could result in a hung parliament, others, say Mokgweetsi Masisi's Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), will prevail. During the last elections, in 2014, the BDP did not win the popular vote, as it secured, a record low, 47 percent of the vote. The BDP president, Mokgweetsi Masisi will cast his vote at his rural village of Moshupa, outside Gaborone.
GUEST: Sophie Mokoena, SABC Foreign Editor and Acting Political Editor
Domestic workers have historically been at the heart of reproductive labour required by society and the economy. The vast majority of domestic workers are women and their labour remains grossly undervalued. They have been part of struggles for several decades in South Africa to secure worker rights and while being conditionally included in the LRA and Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), they still remain excluded from the protection of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA). In today’s show we discuss this issue and how they will extend their rights to be covered by COIDA. With us to discuss this we have…
GUEST: Gloria Kente - Organizer and Gender Co-ordinator of the South African Domestic Service and Allied Workers Union (SADSAWU)
Staying on our topic of climate change and water challenges, we are now in conversation with Lennox Mtshagi, the president of the black farmers association South Africa to talk about the techniques drought-stricken farmers use when confronted by challenges of water shortages or lack of rainfall…
GUEST: Dr Lennox Mtshagi, the president of the black farmers association South Africa
South Africans have been urged to use water sparingly after the levels of the Vaal Dam fell to below 50 percent yesterday - the lowest in three years. The City of Johannesburg says the heatwave of the past few days coupled with the lack of rain in Gauteng have contributed to the declining levels. At the same time last year, the dam was 86 percent full. The Department of Water and Sanitation says the country continues to be a water scarce country with less than average rainfall…
GUEST: Department of Water and Sanitation spokesperson, Sputnik Ratau
The South African Weather Service says cooler temperatures and rain are expected to bring an end to the heatwave currently sweeping parts of the country. Some areas saw record high temperatures amid the persistent heatwave, with parts of Mpumalanga and Limpopo having reached 42 degrees-Celsius. On the Talking Point this morning we are going to explore the influence of climate change on our weather...
GUEST: Puseletso Mofokeng, Senior Forecaster at the South Africa Weather Service and SABC2 weather presenter
Security at schools in KwaZulu-Natal has been beefed up to ensure no disruptions in matric exams take place. A business forum, Delangokubona in KwaZulu-Natal, has denied reports that they are threatening to disrupt matric exams in the province. The provincial Education Department issued a statement, saying the security around matrix question papers will be maintained. These threats were posted on social media under the Delangokubona banner to disrupt exams - including today's English paper - due to delays in payment to contracted service providers. The Forum's chairperson - Thabane Mzulwini - has disputed the claims
GUEST: MEC for the Education in KwaZulu-Natal, Kwazi Mshengu
This past Friday the 18th October marked the 35th week of mass demonstrations involving millions of people in cities across Algeria. There have been larger marches, by students, workers and the general population for democracy, against repression of young people in the protests, against corruption and that an illegitimate parliament is now attempting to debate laws such as the Hydrocarbon Bill. How did the country find itself here?
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Producer/Presenter of Spotlight Africa and Channel Africa
Some people consider "early retirement" to mean leaving the workforce at age 55. BUT retiring early may not be a good idea in this day and age, well not unless you're fortunate enough to have a full pension and benefits that kick in at that age. This morning we will look at: Why should South Africans not retire early?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
South Africa still faces key challenges such as economic challenges, unemployment, poverty, low levels of education and Inequality. As South Africans prepare to listen to the Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni's Medium-term Budget, which sets out government's priorities over the next three years, our country's economy remains a subject of debate. On the Talking Point this morning we are hosting several panelists, who will speak on the mentioned challenges...
GUEST: Michael Shingange, First deputy president of the Congress for South African Trade Unions (Cosatu)
GUEST: Zwelinzima Vavi, General Secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu)
GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, National spokesperson for the National Union of Metalworkers of SA (Numsa)
The preliminary results of the recent general elections in Mozambique are expected to be announced this next week. This is because delays have been experienced in the counting of the ballots at regional level. The Mozambique National Electoral Commission says it has postponed its planned media briefing to table the outcome of the preliminary results due to the delays. The Electoral Commission's spokesperson Paul Cuinica says the counting of ballots is continuing but at a snail's pace.
GUEST: Charles Khumalo - Executive Producer at the Channel Africa's Portuguese Desk
Staying with the Democratic Alliance (DA), we are now in conversation with Hermann Pretorius, campaigns coordinator at the Institute of Race Relations, on "Why the DA should listen to the people and elect leaders on merit, not race"…
GUEST: Hermann Pretorius, campaigns coordinator at the Institute of Race Relations
Former leader of the Democratic Alliance, DA, Helen Zille was elected as the party's new Federal Council chairperson. The party held its highly-contested election over the weekend. Zille, Athol Trollip, Thomas Walters and Mike Waters were contesting for the position.
GUEST: The Democratic Alliance's deputy federal chair, Mike Waters
GUEST: Former DA Port Elizabeth mayor, Athol Trollip
We are still coming to you live from the Princess Magogo Stadium, in KwaMashu, KwaZulu-Natal, located some 19km north of Durban. President Cyril Ramaphosa will today launch the metropolitan version of the District Development Model at the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality. The aim of the model is to break down the silos between the different spheres of government, in a bid to improve the delivery of basic services in the 257 municipalities across the country.
GUEST: Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams - Minister of Communications, Telecommunications and Postal Services
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Princess Magogo Stadium, in KwaMashu, KwaZulu-Natal, located some 19km north of Durban. President Cyril Ramaphosa will today launch the metropolitan version of the District Development Model at the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality. The aim of the model is to break down the silos between the different spheres of government, in a bid to improve the delivery of basic services in the 257 municipalities across the country. Meanwhile, Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma says her department is expected to oversee the district development model...
GUEST: Councillor Weziwe Thusi - Speaker of The eThekweni Municipal Council
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Princess Magogo Stadium, in KwaMashu, KwaZulu-Natal, located some 19km north of Durban. President Cyril Ramaphosa will today launch the metropolitan version of the District Development Model at the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality. The aim of the model is to break down the silos between the different spheres of government, in a bid to improve the delivery of basic services in the 257 municipalities across the country. Meanwhile, Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma says her department is expected to oversee the district development model...
GUEST: Deputy Chairperson of the ANC In KwaZulu-Natal Mr Mike Mabuyakhulu
Deputy minister for cooperative governance, Parks Tau in conversation with Bongi Gwala about a new service delivery model to empower and improve municipalities
GUEST: Deputy minister for cooperative governance, Parks Tau
The Nelson Mandela Bay executive mayor, Mongameli Bobani, remains the mayor ... for now. A council meeting that was scheduled yesterday to debate a motion of no-confidence against Bobani was cancelled by Speaker Buyelwa Mafaya, citing safety concerns. So was there a genuine "threat" and "safety" concerns or was this a deliberate tactic to avoid the motion of no confidence against him?
GUEST: Andile Lungisa, MMC for Infrastructure, Engineering, Electricity and Energy, in the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
Time now for our regular Thursday feature Health Talk. Over the years, researchers have been cracking their heads trying to come up with ways of dealing with cancer. There’s been so many suggestions and therapies brought forward. But here is something interesting, oxygen therapy. What is it exactly and how does it work?
GUEST: Joseph Winer – Health and Wellness practitioner and MD at Oxygenate
According to Statistics South Africa, the total value of new credit granted in 2019’s first quarter (Q1), increased by more than 5% to over R134 billion in Q2. Those in the consumer market say that consumers have become slaves to credit. This then begs the question over whether it is possible to live a debt-free life? These days people even take groceries on credit the store cards that promise rewards. How did we get to where we are?
GUEST: Gerald Mwandiambira - Acting CEO of the South African Saving Institute
Yesterday (Wed) on our sister programme Sunrise, a couple of calls came in about the disrespect shown to SMME owners. The case involved applying for a liquor licence and what they were told by those employed to service them. This is what they had to say…
GUEST: Tebogo Khaas – Chairperson of the SME Forum
The SABC has reduced its net losses by 35 percent in the 2018/2019 financial year. SABC Board Chairperson Bongumusa Makhathini said this in his opening remarks during a briefing to the Communications Committee in Parliament. The SABC board and executive were presenting the annual report for the 2018/2019 financial year on Tuesday. This morning on the Talking Point we are hosting the SABC's group CEO, Mr Madoda Mxakwe, to discuss the SABC bailout, cost-cutting measures to avoid the reliance on government bailouts, mismanagement of funds at the SABC, reports of possible retrenchments, the tariff increase on the current TV licence, new broadcast technology and also issues around renegotiations of sports rights…
GUEST: SABC's group CEO, Mr Madoda Mxakwe
Yesterday was the 15th of October, a day where one of Africa’s Pan Africanist leaders was assassinated. Thomas Sankara was President of Burkina Faso from 1983 to 1987. He is viewed in some quarters as Africa’s own Che Guevara as he was a revolutionary. Looking at leadership in Africa, why are we no longer producing leaders who are about the people? Why are leaders like Thomas Sankara killed for standing for that which is right? What can we learn from his style of leadership?
GUEST: David Letsoalo, from UNISA. He was working on something around remembering Thomas Sankara
The ANC says any stake in South African Airways should be given to locals. Yesterday, President Cyril Ramaphosa told a gathering of investors at the Financial Times Africa Summit in London that government was engaged in talks with potential strategic equity partners in the national carrier. He said they were also looking at foreign investors who were interested in partnering with government to save the embattled airline. But ANC acting spokesperson Dakota Legoete says although they welcome foreign direct investment, locals must be given the priority in investing in state-owned entities...
GUEST: Duma Gqubule – Executive Director, Centre for Economic Development and Transformation
About two weeks ago, South Africa was on the brink of the biggest strike in the banking sector for nearly 100 years. The strike threatened to bring the country’s economy to a standstill with major ramifications for everyone. However, the big business organisation, BUSA, successfully managed to interdict the strike via the Labour Court. The strike was declared unprotected and then called off by the union and its federation, Cosatu. In today’s show we get a sense of the reasons for the banking sector strike and whether and when it is still likely to happen.
GUEST: Joe Kokela - General Secretary of the Cosatu-affiliated, Finance union the South African Society of Bank Officials (Sasbo) GUEST: Matthew Parks - Cosatu Researcher and Parliamentary Co-ordinator
Power utility Eskom says there is a possibility of rotational load shedding across the country from 9 o'clock this morning. Eskom says this is as a result of a shortage of capacity. The rotational load shedding is expected to last until 11 o'clock tonight. The country last experienced load shedding in March this year. For more we are now joined by the DA MP and party public enterprises spokesperson, Natasha Mazzone, who said the parastatal had "warned municipalities about the strong possibility of rolling blackouts during the months of September and October".
guest: Natasha Mazzone
How does our personal financial behaviour cause us harm? This morning we will look at 10 pitfalls that can derail your financial well-being.
GUEST: Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients
This morning we are in conversation with Home Affairs Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, who is in our SABC Auckland Park studios to outline the work the department was doing to curb fake marriages, Improve border control and prevent corruption at Home Affairs. We will also discuss some of the notable improvements at home affairs like reducing the service delivery turnaround times for processing and enabling documents, such as smart ID cards and passports and other top priorities for the department...
GUEST: Home Affairs Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi
Ever thought of donating your body for scientific research? Well this week is International Anatomy Week and Wits School of Anatomical Sciences is using it to highlight the importance of the on-going body donor programme to the school for training the next generation of health professionals.
GUEST: Professor Maryna Steyn - Head of the School of Anatomical Sciences
Mozambicans will be going to the polls tomorrow (Tuesday) to elect a new government. Last week international observers held a series of meeting with role players in the capital Maputo to make sure that all is on track. Frelimo has been in power since independence while Renamo has been in the opposition. Could we see a change in government after tomorrow or with the status quo remain?
GUEST: Charles Khumalo – Executive Producer at the Channel Africa’s Portuguese Desk
The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety says it is continuing its efforts to provide safe, sustainable and integrated transport infrastructure and services for the promotion of socio-economic development. The department says it will also intensify the fight against crime and corruption through an integrated approach, partnerships and effective oversight in the South African Police Service.
GUEST: Limpopo MEC for community safety and Transpot, Dickson Masemola
The private sector is seeking ways to enter South Africa’s rail infrastructure as they believe it would see significant investments in the sector which will unlock massive economic benefits and upstream job creation across a range of industries. Finance Minister Tito Mboweni is in favour of this move as this is one of the proposals contained in a National Treasury discussion document. Let’s get an understanding what this would mean and the benefits for the overall economy…
GUEST: James Holley – CEO of Traxtion
The eThekwini Municipality is owed over R11-billion for services rendered. Some of the debt is reportedly from government departments and other agencies.
GUEST: Nicole Graham, DA eThekwini caucus leader
The University of Johannesburg in collaboration with the SACP and the Moses Kotane Foundation last night hosted a memorial lecture in memory of the fallen struggle hero. The lecture was presented by Prof Ibbo Mandaza where he focuses on challenges faced by Southern Africa and the African continent. As far as he is concerned, where are we going wrong and what direction should the continent be taking?
Guest: Professor Ibbo Mandaza, from the Southern African Political Economy Series
Former president Jacob Zuma expected to know today (Friday) if his application for a permanent stay of prosecution has been successful. It was in May when Zuma tried to convince a full bench that the court should grant him a permanent stay of prosecution. What will this ruling mean for him and seeing how long he has been in and out of court, should everything just be dropped?
GUEST: Prince Mashele - Political Analyst
Today marks World Mental Health Day. And today will also mark the start of our new Health feature, Health Talk. It's easy to mistake or think that doctors have their life in order due to their high profile and in most cases, high paying jobs but behind the closed doors many of them are hiding ongoing battles with severe depression. This morning we are going to have a discussion around mental health and depression and how nobody is immune to the two, irrespective of your social standing... GUEST : Dr Tebogo Patience Motsepe, Hospital Team Leader for HIV/TB management for Mpumalanga hospitals
GUEST : Ms. Fortunate Ludaka, Speaker, Blogger and Activist
Often when we as a team sit and discuss topics to put on our shows, we sometimes chat about things that are off the mainstream media. Things of significant historical importance. Issues like apartheid and the impact it had and still has on our nation. Then there are also people who were actively involved in liberating our country. People who were forced into exile and the things they went through. Angola for instance was one of the countries where the liberation war was staged against apartheid. It's always interesting to speak to those who were there and their experiences in these countries. What was it like? What made them decide to get involved in such activities? How did they overcome the language barrier and so on?
GUEST: Charles Khumalo - who was in Angola and Mozambique in those days and is now executive producer at Channel Africa's Portuguese Desk
Time now for our Business feature. This morning we profile Isaac Mbatha, a young entrepreneur, who is the Chief Executive and founder of Sky Tents SA, which supplies tents to the general public, government departments and other entities. The company has expanded outside of the South African borders and reportedly amassed clients in neighbouring countries…
GUEST: Isaac Mbatha, who is the Chief Executive and founder of Sky Tents SA
Reports coming from Zimbabwe say that doctors are still on strike and have turned down and turned down a 60% increase offered by government. The situation in the hospitals is said to be dire as doctors continue their strike. GUEST: Dr Wanda Zvakada – Acting secretary General of the Zimbabwe Hospital Doctors Association
Carbon emissions and global warming have become the major concerns of the world in the 21st century. For several decades South Africa is said to be one of the world’s biggest polluters, both as an emitter of toxic industrial gases and environmental destruction, especially due to mining. In today’s show we assess this pollution and its impact on poor communities and what needs to be done about it. With us to discuss this we have…
GUEST: Thomas Mnguni, who is the NGO Groundwork’s community campaigner
GUEST: David van Wyk - Researcher and community activist from the Benchmarks Foundation
Power utility, Eskom is concerned over the financial implications of Tuesday's KwaZulu-Natal High Court decision which ordered Eskom not to cut off electricity supply to the town of Newcastle - following the municipality's failure to service its R200 million debt. Eskom wanted the municipality to make monthly payments of at least R60 million but the municipality says it can only manage to pay R30 million per month.
GUEST: Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba, Newcastle municipality mayor
GUEST: Adil Nchabeleng, who is an Energy expert, activist and economic analyst
This morning we are going to look at the plight of black lawyers in South Africa and try to understand why politicians and CEOS, or senior officials of parastatals tend opt for White firms as opposed to Black ones. If you recall a month ago there was uproar over the EFF's decision to use an all-white firm, Ian Levitt over a black law firm. And just recently there was mixed reaction to former president Jacob Zuma's son, Duduzane, using an all-White legal team for his appearance before the judicial commission of inquiry into state capture in Parktown, Johannesburg. Joining me for this conversation is Attorney Tracey Lomax-Nixon, who has tweeted extensively in a thread on this matter...
GUEST: Attorney, Tracey Lomax-Nixon
The latest statistics from the unit trust industry show that there has been a big move from equity investments to safer and more cautious unit trusts. Is this a sensible investment strategy?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
An open letter by actress Vatiswa Ndara to Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa about exploitation in the industry has been greeted with mixed reaction. She has raised issues of exploitation in the industry which varies from long hours to low wages. But let’s try and get an understanding of what the big issues are in the industry. What is the big question we are not asking? What is at the core of the actors unhappiness and what is it that we as the public should know? What is it that government can do and should do? Where is the grey area between the broadcaster and the actor?
Guest: Florence Masebe - Actress
What is the preferred language of instruction for teaching in South Africa? Can you guess...? If you said one's mother tongue, you're wrong. According to a study by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), most South Africans prefer children to be taught in English, at all levels of education. The study is based on the most recent South African Social Attitudes Survey. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Dr Jaqueline Harvey, a Researcher at the Human Sciences Research Council's unit for Education and Skills Development programme...
GUEST: Dr Jaqueline Harvey, a Researcher at the Human Sciences Research Council's unit for Education and Skills Development programme
The case brought by Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse against former SAA Chair, Dudu Myeni is expected to sit at the high court in Pretoria today. OUTA wants the court to declare Myeni a delinquent director. According to OUTA Myeni failed to appear in court yesterday as she didn't have her own lawyer in court. Judge Ronel Tolmay rolled the case over to today, to give Myeni a last chance to appear. We are using this opportunity now to get an understanding of exactly she’s being accused for and the damage to SAA under her leadership…..
GUEST: Wayne Duvenage – OUTA’s chief executive
We are wrapping up Nigerian President Buhari’s visit to the country getting to understand what fruits it bore. Last week he and his South African counterpart President Cyril Ramaphosa signed a couple of bilateral agreement and spoke about strengthening their relations. Now we go back to the history of the two countries to understand how we got here and where we are going…
GUEST: Nixon Kathembo, who is specialist on the Great Lakes and East Africa and also works on the KiSwahili Desk at Channel Africa
Former DA leader Helen Zille has raised concerns over a decrease in the level of unity in the party. She says she will work to unite the DA should she be elected to lead the party's Federal Council. Zille announced her candidacy for the position last week - and will face off with former Nelson Mandela Metro Mayor, Athol Trollip, and Members of the National Assembly, Mike Waters and Thomas Walters. The election will take place towards the end of this month at the Federal Council meeting. Zille says the party needs to unite before contesting in the 2021 municipal elections...
GUEST: Dr Ralph Mathekga, who is a political analyst and author of When Zuma Goes and Ramaphosa's Turn
Time now for our Friday Wind Down, in the spotlight this morning is the legendary traffic reporter, Rob Byrne popularly known as Rob Beezy. Every morning you can hear Rob reporting live traffic news to a diverse audience on different SABC radio stations, keeping South Africa’s commuters up to date with the latest traffic. For more on Rob’s life behind traffic,
GUEST: Legendary traffic reporter, Rob Byrne
Kaizer Chiefs coach Ernst Middendorp this week tried very hard to explain his fielding of goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune even though he was still injured. He spoke about the fear of upsetting fans and be chased out of the stadium. This then made one ponder over the power of soccer fans. What is it about them that even coaches consider them first when making decisions? Even in oversee soccer the fans have power to dictate or influence.
GUEST: Brian Mofokeng – SABC soccer commentator
GUEST: Edward ‘Magents’ Motale – Former soccer player
We are now in conversation with two remarkable women from Absa's Retail and Business Banking division. Joining me in studio is Bongiwe Gangeni, Deputy CEO for the Absa Retail and Business Bank division and Punki Modise, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Absa Retail and Business Bank division
GUEST : Bongiwe Gangeni, Deputy CEO for the Absa Retail and Business Bank division (RBB SA)
GUEST: Punki Modise, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Absa Retail and Business Bank division (RBB SA)
Yesterday (Thursday) Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng was tabling his annual report on the state of the judiciary at the Constitutional Court in Johannesburg. He said a lot of things regarding the judiciary and as expected, he also rebuked the state of governance in the country. One of the things he pointed to was that of ethical leadership.
GUEST: Rev Dr Tshawane – Founder of the Centre for Non-Violence Conflict Reconciliation
We are now in conversation with the Department of Health about the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill and the Health Sector Anti-Corruption Forum, which was set up to prevent, detect and prosecute fraud and corruption in the sector.
GUEST: Dr Aquina Thulare, Adviser to the Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize and also a technical advisor on the National Health Insurance (NHI)
Government says its relations with Nigeria will have to benefit ordinary people from both countries. President Cyril Ramaphosa will co-chair the 9th SA-Nigeria Bi-national Commission with Nigerian counterpart Muhammadu Buhari today (Thursday) who will be in the country on a State Visit. How should we interpret this visit and what will it do in uniting the two countries after the recent attacks?
GUEST: Pastor Barry Wuganaale, an environmental and human rights activist
GUEST: Nixon Kathembo, who is specialist on the Great Lakes and East Africa and also works on the KiSwahili Desk at Channel Africa
New research has predicted that childhood obesity around the world will soar over the next decade, particularly in South Africa and China, overwhelming health services. More from the BBC's Jessica McAllen…
GUEST: Lisabet Delport, Who is a registered Dietician from the GI Foundation of South Africa
South Africa's democratization in 1994 saw the expansion of the black middle class. The black middle doubled in size from 2.2 million in 1993 to 5.4 million in 2008. Despite this grow the country's middle class is still facing a crisis, as disparity in education, skill, unemployment and income continues. In 2018 a World Bank report found South Africa to be the most unequal country, out of a ranking of 149 countries. The report found the top 1% of citizens own 70.9% of the country's wealth, while the bottom 60% only controls 7% of the country's assets. But it is well known that the middle-class pays the majority of personal income taxes, carrying the country forward economically. With rising costs in the country the middle class is under extreme financial pressure with many buckling under their debt burden. We are told to tighten our belts irrespective of these challenges but how much more pressure can the middle class take?
GUEST: Xhanti Payi, Consulting Economist and head of research at Nascence Advisory and Research
Jordan Rae Kelly is former Director for Cyber Incident Response on the National Security Council at the White House under President Donald Trump. We speak to her this morning about various issues surrounding cybercrime. Coming from an international platform and policy making, where would she say we are as the global village when it comes to dealing with cybercrime? What is it that governments are not getting right and what still needs to be done?
GUEST: Jordan Rae Kelly – Senior Managing Director, FTI Consulting
Yesterday (Tuesday) President Cyril Ramaphosa launched the new Health Sector Anti-Corruption Forum. He spoke around corruption in the health sector, but also pointing his finger at nurses saying they are moonlighting alluding to it being part of corruption.
GUEST: Simon Hlungwani – President of the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa
Workplace stress is said to be the harmful physical and emotional responses that can happen when there is a conflict between job demands on the employee and the amount of control an employee has over meeting these demands. In today’s workplace, stress is a widespread problem with companies’ constantly pushing for higher productivity in order to be more competitive and gain greater market share. Workplace stress affects all sectors of the economy from the lowest level workers to the top management. In today’s show we discuss workplace stress as an occupational health and safety issue – its causes, effects and remedies for it. With us to discuss this we have
GUEST: Dr Spo Kgalamono, who is the acting Executive Director of the National Institute for Occupational Health (NIOH)
GUEST: Dr Sophia Kisting , Independent Occupational Medical Practitioner
The Competition Commission has recommended the establishment of a Supply-Side Health Regulator (SSHR) to monitor and assess the economic value and price of health services. That's according to Dr Cees van Gent of the Commission's Health Market Inquiry which found that private healthcare and medical scheme cover in South Africa is characterized by the rising cost of healthcare. The commission further recommends that healthcare service prices be reviewed every three years. Briefing the media in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, Gent said the establishment of the SSRH would support the National Health Insurance Bill.
GUEST: Dr. Vusumuzi Nhlapho, Acting General Manager and Head of Department for the Private Practice unit at the South African Medical Association (SAMA)
Analyst and writer at the Institute of Race Relations (IRR), Hermann Pretorius says Western Cape Premier, Alan Winde should be the preferred candidate to replace DA leader, Mmusi Maimane. In an article written in his personal capacity Pretorius says "the leadership vacuum at the top of the DA and the racial confusion that has seen its once bright prospects tarnish can be addressed in one brave, respectable swoop: by electing Alan Winde as the next leader of the party as soon as possible".
GUEST: Former Democratic Alliance (DA) leader and current policy fellow for the Institute for Race Relations (IRR), Helen Zille
We now shift our focus to Newcastle in KwaZulu Natal where residents in the Signal Hill, Aviary Hill and other areas have reportedly had no water supply for the several days. For the latest on the reports, we are now joined on the line by Dumisani Thabethe, Newcastle Municipality's spokesperson…
GUEST: Dumisani Thabethe, Newcastle Municipality's spokesperson
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra of the Central African Republic (CAR) was addressing the UN General Assembly's annual general debate, where he said that his country remains fragile despite progress on the peace deal. The landmark peace agreement was signed by his Government and 14 armed groups on 6 February 2019. Let's take a journey now in the Central African Republic to find out where it all began and how they got to where they are today….
GUEST: Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as "Spotlight Africa"
As usual, we do try on the last Tuesday of the month to deal with questions received off air that are of similar nature that Bryan thinks are worth repeating and discussing on air. Last Tuesday was a public holiday, so Bryan will be dealing with some of your questions this morning but if you have other questions for Bryan,
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Quality private healthcare in South Africa is without a doubt very costly and healthcare has become a luxury available to those who can afford it. For more on the Competition Commission's report on the cost of healthcare, we are now joined on the line by Quinton Zunga, Founding partner and CEO of the black-owned-and-managed healthcare listing - RH Bophelo. The company says they strive to provide affordable quality healthcare in South Africa…
GUEST: Quinton Zunga, Founding partner and CEO of the black-owned-and-managed healthcare listing - RH Bophelo
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) is investigating if ranitidine, a common heartburn medicine, has a chemical contamination which could cause cancer. This begs the question: Just how safe are our medicines?
GUEST: Mlungisi Wondo, Acting Deputy Director for Law Enforcement at the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA)
Justice Minister Ronald Lamola says the work of the tribunal and the SIU is expected to unearth more public funds lost to the corruption, fraud and illicit money flows. The tribunal is also expected to look at cases emanating from evidence at the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture. Let’s get to understand what its terms of reference are and what we as the public can expect from it…
GUEST: Crispin Phiri – Spokesperson for the Department of Justice and Correctional Services
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Royal Elephant Hotel, in Centurion. The Public Service Commission, South Africa-European Union and University of South Africa, UNISA are hosting a two-day dialogue on Values-Driven Public Sector, themed: Values-Driven Public Sector: Building State Capacity through Professional Ethics and Integrity. The Dialogue will create a platform for stakeholders to engage on the critical challenges and opportunities related to strengthening ethics and integrity in public administration.
GUEST: Mr Senzo Mchunu, Minister for Public Service and Administration
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Royal Elephant Hotel, in Centurion. The Public Service Commission, South Africa-European Union and University of South Africa, UNISA are hosting a two-day dialogue on Values-Driven Public Sector, themed: Values-Driven Public Sector: Building State Capacity through Professional Ethics and Integrity. The Dialogue will create a platform for stakeholders to engage on the critical challenges and opportunities related to strengthening ethics and integrity in public administration.
GUEST: Bernard Rey, Head of Cooperation at the South Africa-European Union
Sudan's transitional government has ordered the immediate closure of the nation's borders with Libya and Central African Republic, the first such measure taken by the new Sudanese authorities since the ousting of President Omar al-Bashir. The announcement followed a meeting between the transitional government and the government of South Darfur State, part of Sudan's western Darfur region that has suffered from violence since 2003. The northeast African country has often complained about arms trafficked through its borders with the two countries. For more on this, we are now joined on the line by Mohamed Hassan, Sudan's Ambassador to South Africa.
GUEST: Mohamed Hassan, Sudan's Ambassador to South Africa
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Royal Elephant Hotel, in Centurion. The Public Service Commission, South Africa-European Union and University of South Africa, UNISA are hosting a two-day dialogue on Values-Driven Public Sector, themed: Values-Driven Public Sector: Building State Capacity through Professional Ethics and Integrity. The Dialogue will create a platform for stakeholders to engage on the critical challenges and opportunities related to strengthening ethics and integrity in public administration.
GUEST: Dr Dovhani Mamphiswana – Director General for the Public Service Commission
As you heard in the news that the DA has reiterated that it is fully behind its leader, Mmusi Maimane amid reports of concerns in some sections of the DA's leadership about a Cape Town house and a car that was used by Maimane. Maimane has denied a Sunday newspaper report that he refused to hand back a vehicle allegedly supplied to the party by disgraced Steinhoff boss Markus Jooste - once allegations of misconduct at the company emerged. The DA says Maimane immediately returned the vehicle soon after the allegations surfaced.
GUEST: Mike Waters - Democratic Alliance's deputy federal chair
Staying with our regular Friday music feature, the Friday Music Wind Down, we now profile Durban-based, Musical director and co-founder of Joyous Celebration, Lindelani Mkhize. Lindelani Mkhize is known as the father of entertainment through his involvement in Kwaito, jazz, afrosoul, afropop and more famously gospel. He now joins me here at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC)…
GUEST: Durban-based, Musical director and co-founder of Joyous Celebration, Lindelani Mkhize
Time now for our regular Friday Music Wind down. This morning I have 3 gentlemen joining me here at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC) for day 3 of the Durban Business Fair. The gentlemen are Njabulo Nxumalo, Ntokozo Zondi and Nkosinathi Zondo; they are an acappella group from Durban…
GUEST (O.B): Njabulo Nxumalo
GUEST (O.B): Ntokozo Zondi
GUEST (O.B): Nkosinathi Zondo
Hiring the right person can improve productivity, boost office morale, and positively impact the company's bottom line but what happens when bad hire takes place? A company might not only lose financially but its reputation can be questioned too. This morning we are in conversation with a recruitment expert that can discuss what a company could lose by hiring a wrong person and solutions to how they can avoid a bad hire.
GUEST: Chantelle Smith - Recruitment Specialist, HR Company Solutions
Old Mutual says that Peter Moyo was served with a second termination letter, which has not been declared invalid. Based on this letter Moyo and his legal team were well aware that he would not be permitted to return back to work. Meanwhile, Moyo maintains that the company was in contempt of a High Court order to reinstate him. For more we are now in conversation with Sikonathi Mantshantsha, Associate Editor at the Daily Maverick, who says "to fix governance at Old Mutual, Trevor Manuel should follow Moyo out the door"
GUEST: Sikonathi Mantshantsha, Associate Editor at the Daily Maverick
The City of Cape Town is planning to erect a life-size statue of Mahatma Gandhi, despite heavy objections to this initiative. Gandhi was known for his non-violent protests against British colonial rule and his disdain for Africans. A university in Ghana last year removed Gandhi's statue over his reported racist attitude towards Africans.
GUEST: Imraan Coovadia, who is a writer and director of the creative writing programme at the University of Cape Town
The Labour Court in Johannesburg has interdicted the planned protest by banking sector workers which was meant to take place on Friday. Judge Hilary Rabkin says the unions failed to comply with section 77 of the labour relations act which gives workers the right to a protect action. She says that Cosatu and South African Society of Banking Officials (Sasbo) are prohibited from enticing workers to participate in the strike as it is deemed unlawful. Meanwhile, the South African Society of Banking Officials SASBO secretary-general, Joe Kokela, says they will seek leave to appeal the court judgment and resubmit a new notice to NEDLAC
GUEST: Joe Kokela, secretary-general of the South African Society of Banking Officials (Sasbo)
We are coming to you live from the Durban Business Fair which is the premier business exhibition hosted annually by the eThekwini Municipality. It is a mixed bag of exhibitors, business owner, industry leaders and characterized by discussions around the sector. Why is such a gathering important and what is new this time around?
GUEST: Margaret Fobuzie - Douala City Council Cameron
We are coming to you live from the Durban Business Fair which is the premier business exhibition hosted annually by the eThekwini Municipality. It is a mixed bag of exhibitors, business owner, industry leaders and characterized by discussions around the sector. Why is such a gathering important and what is new this time around?
GUEST: Sindi Shangase - Business programs support
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC) for day 2 of the Durban Business Fair. This year's theme is "A journey of innovation", focusing on innovation and technology as the drivers of the fourth industrial revolution. This morning for our Business feature we will be in conversation with Aholiab Rabbi and Azaliah Rabbi, who are both directors of Rehoboth Advisory, an all-round advisory firm that provides business to business services to start-up companies’ right up to large established corporations. They will talk to us about young people and the SMME sector. How do they change young people's mindset to start businesses? Where are the young people going wrong on the subject of entrepreneurship? They now join me here at the Durban Exhibition Centre
GUESTS: Aholiab Rabbi and Reality Rabbie - Director and CEO of Rehoboth Advisory,
Government will hold a march for public servants to recommit themselves and stand firm against gender based violence in the country. The march will take place in Pretoria this Friday and it will be led by the Department of Public Service and Administration.
GUEST: Phumla Williams, Acting Director-General, Government Communication Information System, GCIS
Trade union Solidarity says Gauteng Mec for Education, Panyaza Lesufi has his facts about an alleged new 'university' completely wrong. Solidarity says Sol-Tech is a technical college that has been registered 12 years ago and not a new university as Mec Lesufi has repeatedly claimed. The union says Sol-Tech is now building a new campus to increase its capacity.
GUEST: Connie Mulder, head of Solidarity Research Institute
We are coming to you live from the Durban Business Fair which is the premier business exhibition hosted annually by the eThekwini Municipality. It is a mixed bag of exhibitors, business owner, industry leaders and characterized by discussions around the sector. Why is such a gathering important and what is new this time around?
guest: Kwame LivingStone - CEO of Milestone House a multimedia production company in Accra, Ghana.
We are coming to you live from the Durban Business Fair which is the premier business exhibition hosted annually by the eThekwini Municipality. It is a mixed bag of exhibitors, business owner, industry leaders and characterized by discussions around the sector. Why is such a gathering important and what is new this time around?
guest: Isabel Macie - Maputo City Council For culture and Tourism
Historically, South Africa’s economy was built around mining, agriculture and cheap black labour. Since the late 1980’s the mining industry has shrunk and thousands of workers were laid off, many banished to the former homelands of Apartheid South Africa and neighbouring countries. Many have since struggled to survive and relied on retirement and other benefits due to them. However, this was not forthcoming, leaving many miners and other workers and their widows destitute. In today’s show we assess the progress of these workers in accessing their long overdue benefits and we talk to representatives of the Unpaid Benefits Campaign (UBC)…
GUEST: Thomas Malokotsa, who is the chair of the East Rand Unpaid Benefits Campaign (UBC)
GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley, a senior researcher from the International Labour Research and Information Group (ILRIG) and co-ordinator of the UBC
We are coming to you live from the Durban Business Fair which is the premier business exhibition hosted annually by the eThekwini Municipality. It is a mixed bag of exhibitors, business owner, industry leaders and characterized by discussions around the sector. Why is such a gathering important and what is new this time around?
GUEST: Ethekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda
Is there room for a language-based university? We are now in conversation with Gauteng Education MEC, Mr Panyaza Lesufi, who has criticized Solidarity's plans to open an Afrikaans-only university. Mec says a language-based university is anathema to our society and a disgrace to our Constitution. To elaborate further on the matter, we are now joined on the line by MEC, Panyaza Lesufi...
GUEST: Steve Mabona, spokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Education
The South African Society of Bank Officials, SASBO, says it's not surprised that Business Unity South Africa has approached the Labour Court in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, to seek an interdict against SASBO's planned strike on Friday. The court is today expected to make a ruling on BUSA's application to halt the COSATU affiliate's nationwide strike.
GUEST: Cosatu spokesperson, Sizwe Pamla
International Relations Minister Naledi Pandor last week said that while South Africa could not afford to be characterized as a country that ostracizes Africans, leaders on the continent should also not be allowed to degrade their countries. She was addressing the African Diaspora Community following the attacks on Foreign Nationals in the country. Does she have a point?
GUEST: Izak Khomo – Producer and presenter for Spotlight Africa at Channel Africa
We revisit the sugar tax issue as it’s a year later to find out whether it has persuaded consumers to cut back on sugary drinks. Those in the health sector differ on whether it has made a difference in dealing with the health impact. Let’s get an experts perspective on this. Is it making a difference so far in getting consumers to cut back?
GUEST: Professor Rina Swart of the School of Public Health at the University of the Western Cape
Staying on our discussions around heritage, we are now in conversation with Vusi Ndima, Deputy director-general for heritage in the Department of Arts and Culture about what the department is doing to promote and preserve the country’s heritage and heritage sites. We will also look at the ideals that go into the making of heritage, the building of monuments…
GUEST: Vusi Ndima, Deputy director-general for heritage in the Department of Arts and Culture
Heritage Day commemorates South Africa's vibrant diversity in culture, beliefs and traditions. The day recognizes the cultural melting pot that makes up the South African nation. It's a day set aside to celebrate and unite in our differences. However, commercially the day is also synonymous with Braai Day. This morning on the Talking Point we will look at how we as South Africans can preserve our indigenous heritage and knowledge. And as listners we are asking you - What are you doing to hold on to your heritage? …
GUEST: Dr Mathole Motshekga, the chairperson of the Kara Heritage Institute
South African parents could be criminally convicted for spanking their children. The Constitutional Court has confirmed the 2017 judgment of the High Court in Johannesburg, which ruled that disciplining children physically is unconstitutional. This morning on our Legally Speaking feature, we are in conversation with the Centre for Child Law, which is based in the Law Faculty at the University of Pretoria to understand what the new law entails legally and whether the ruling will advance South Africa towards non-violence…
GUEST: Isabel Magaya, a researcher at the Centre for Child Law, which is based in the Law Faculty at the University of Pretoria
As you may have heard how many times the media has been covering the issue of gender based violence for almost the whole year. August and September have been the worst with very brutal stories involving young girls. This time around, let’s look at the cost of gender based violence to the country. Aunnie Patton-Power has penned an article where she outlines the cost of gender based violence to the different sectors that make up society…
GUEST: Aunnie Patton-Power – From the UCT GSB’s Bertha Centre
September marks the annual Heritage Month in South Africa. Heritage Month recognizes aspects of the country's diverse cultures. This morning we are going to look at the quest to preserve the Afrikaner heritage. This morning on the Talking Point we will look at the Afrikaans heritage in a post-apartheid context, whether there traditions apart from the legacy of apartheid that can be drawn on from the Afrikaner culture which can advance democracy and social justice? And why do some of us find it problematic when Afrikaners want to preserve their own heritage?
GUEST: Cecilia Kruger, Managing Director of the Voortrekker Monument
GUEST: Jan Bosman, Chief Secretary of the Afrikanerbond
Time now for our Friday Music Wind Down, this morning we are profiling musician and actress Nelisiwe Sibiya, the voice behind the popular Lockdown theme song Mama ka Bafana, which she wrote after losing her mother. Nelisiwe broke into the industry after being discovered by actor and director Mandla Ngcongwane also known as Mandla N.
GUEST: Musician and actress, Nelisiwe Sibiya, the voice behind the popular Lockdown theme song Mama ka Bafana
We are now in conversation with Tourism Minister, Ms. Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane about Tourism Week, provide highlights on the barriers to domestic travel, how to promote domestic travel and our beautifully diverse and vibrant country and also about encouraging consumers to take advantage of discounted travel deals and packages that will be available during Shot left Travel Week (23 to 29th September).
GUEST: Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, Minister of Tourism
This year marks 400 years of the beginning of the Transatlantic Slave Trade that plunged millions of Africans into years of displacement, discrimination, denigration and social and economic struggle. It was in 1619 when the first officially documented groups of African were brought against their will to America and were sold into servitude as involuntary laborers. To mark this, yesterday the saw the launch of The Door of Our Return initiative in South Africa which is a mass movement that first launched in New York.
GUEST: Dennis Dillon - Spokesperson of The Door of Our Return
For the past few weeks we have been covering horrific stories around abuse and so on. Yesterday many of us got upset at the news of the death of a six-year-old who was hit by a stray bullet. You look at it's not only the taxi driver who is misbehaving; some motorists no longer respect traffic rules. There was also footage of a traffic officer on the bonnet of a car that refused to stop. Looking at all these incidents, is a country slipping further in a state of moral decay?
GUEST: Ngila Muendane – who is a Social Activist
The Maritime Heritage Institute will be hosting a groundbreaking inaugural Maritime Heritage Conference in celebration of the national Heritage. The celebration comes under the theme, Maritime Heritage: Reclaiming our Future, Advancing our Past. Why are we linking maritime to heritage?
GUEST: Morakabe Seakhoa, Chief Executive Officer of the Maritime Heritage Institute
This morning on our SMME feature we talk all things beautiful in the beauty industry. Lately we see even men are going for manicures and facials. The industry seems like it is growing if one looks at the trends. What does it entail and what is it that makes it stand out?
GUEST: Neda Roodaki – Founder of Neda Beauty and Healing
The ANC is facing a lawsuit over alleged unpaid invoice over R100 million from a company that claims to have printed 35 000 elections posters. The Treasurer General of the ANC, Comrade Paul Mashatile, says he was not aware of this transaction until this invoice was brought to his attention.
GUEST: Pule Mabe, ANC National Spokesperson
The Council for Medical Schemes has suspended five senior officials following allegations of corruption and unethical conduct. Medical schemes regulator says the officials who have yet to be named include two executives and three senior managers.
GUEST: Dr Sipho Kabane, Chief Executive Officer and Registrar of the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS)
We speak now to Wits University as they are one of the institutions doing something about the issue of youth unemployment. Their division for Enterprise had a positive response a day before orientation. They highlight issues of access to funding for those interested in entrepreneurship and also access to institutions of higher learning. Basically, they are painting a heartbreaking picture of the hardships faced by youth. Let’s look then on what the problems are and what they would say the solutions are moving forward?
GUEST: Dr Tim Hutton – Director of Short Courses at WITS Enterprise
A new Mastercard and Deloitte Africa report says that the financial services sector in South Africa is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. It goes on to say that rapid developments in digital technologies are both disrupting and enabling change in previously disconnected sectors, such as banking, telecommunications and retail. For a perspective on this,
GUEST: Paula Buchel - Financial Services Strategy and Payments Lead Deloitte Consulting
Last week the Office of the Registrar of Labour Relations issued a notice regarding the requirement of the amended labour laws that trade unions and employers need to have secret ballots of their members before embarking on industrial action. There was an immediate outcry from unions, especially SAFTU and its largest affiliate, NUMSA. However, there is also a debate regarding the interpretation of the law about whether the amendment implies compulsory secret balloting before industrial action. In today’s show we seek to clarify the secret ballot requirement of the new labour law and with us to discuss this we have….
GUEST: Adv Lehlohonolo Molefe - The Registrar of Labour Relation, Department of Employment and Labour
GUEST: Emeritus Professor Darcy Du Toit from the Social Law Project at the University of the Western Cape
The Equality Court yesterday (Tuesday) ruled that AfriForum deputy chief executive Ernst Roets was not in contempt of court when he tweeted an image of the offensive apartheid flag. You may remember that Roets posted the image on Twitter soon after the Equality Court, sitting at the South Gauteng High Court, declared that the gratuitous display of the apartheid flag amounts to hate speech. But then why is this such a big issue? Is it because it represents different perspectives to the various groups? What is it about it that keeps getting us talking?
GUEST: Seth Mazibuko – He is with the June 16 Development Foundation – (He says the displaying of the flag reminds him of his days in detention for leading the June 16 protest)
Yesterday (Tuesday) we held a discussion around security at institutions of higher learning where we’ve recently seen incidents of crime aimed at students. One of the missing elements was the role of the police in keeping students safe. What is their role in it and what sort of assistance are they giving in protecting the students?
GUEST: Lirandzu Themba – Spokesperson for Police Minister Bheki Cele
Over the years many people who won their land claims were often accused of not knowing what to do with the land. Even currently with the ANC having taken a resolution to take the land back, the questions is still being asked as to what people will be doing with the land? Well, let’s talk now to someone who has been assisting those who won their land back
GUEST: Peter Setou - Chief executive at Vumelana Advisory Fund, a non-profit organisation that helps beneficiaries of the land reform programme to develop their land in an effective and sustainable way
This past weekend saw how African leaders united in praising former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe for the role he played in fighting colonial powers. The question then arises over where these leaders lost it? If they could stand together in fighting a common enemy, why can’t they stand together in fighting economic hardships? Why can’t they rebuke each other for human rights abuses? Where is it going wrong and how then they snap out of it?
GUEST: Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as "Spotlight Africa"
We often talk about life assurance, with our focus on protecting families in the event of premature death. There are many other reasons why one buys life assurance.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Amnesty International is calling on political parties running for the October 15 general elections in Mozambique to respect human rights. The call comes as a reminder of attacks on civil society leaders, activists and journalists over the past few years. They go on to say that political parties and candidates running for elections have to commit to a culture of respect for human rights. To get a sense of the political atrocities in Mozambique and also the fears that are being raised, we are joined on the line by….
Guest: David Matshinhe - Amnesty International Researcher for Southern Africa
Students from the University of Zululand on the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal yesterday (Monday) marched against the high levels of crime at their institution and off-campus student residences. The students say they feel that the university is being neglected because it is based in a rural area. Earlier this month, the issue was also raised by students from the University of Cape Town following the murder of first year student Uyinene Mrwetyana. Where does the responsibility lie when it comes to safety at universities?
GUEST: Ishmail Mnisi – Spokesperson for the Department of higher education, science and technology
Guest: Joel Mamabolo – NWC member of the South African Students Congress
Many South African male celebrities and ordinary citizens have dismissed accusations of rape and sexual assault leveled against them on Twitter. The men were implicated in a controversial Twitter thread, where sexual assault victims anonymously shared their stories including the names of their alleged rapists and sexual assault offenders.
GUEST: Gert van Der Merwe
There's been a mixed reaction to last week's release of the national crime stats from different organisations. The highlights were mostly on murder and gender based violence. But then something that seems to have slipped off the public's radar due to the current situation is that of business robberies. According to Richard Phillips, joint CEO of Cash Connect says that South African businesses are still experiencing high crime levels, with 55 armed robbery attacks and 195 burglaries a day. Where would he say the problem lies and they as an industry, what are the challenges they are facing?
Guest: Mark Templemore-walters
The National Union of Mineworker and other stakeholders gathered in Welkom this past weekend (Saturday) to celebrate world Literacy Day under the theme “Thuma Mina through Adult Education and Training to the 4th Industrial Revolution”. With some of the mining companies, they are placing greater efforts to promote adult learning. Why have they decided to go this route and how important would they say adult education is?
GUEST: Olehile Kgware - NUM National Education Secretary
Over the weekend African leaders paid tribute to former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe. Many of them remembered him for the role he played against fighting colonial powers and assisting other liberation movements. But Mugabe is also being blamed for leaving Zimbabwe in a terrible economic state. How did the country get here and what is the future looking like?
GUEST : Peter Ndoro - SABC TV anchor
The South African National Editors' Forum says it will formally approach the leadership of the Economic Freedom Fighters in another attempt to resolve the party’s "ban" on certain media attending their events. Sanef held its September council meeting on Saturday where they discussed several issues, including the EFF’s “banning” of amaBhungane, Scorpio, and Daily Maverick from attending their party events.
GUEST: Kate Skinner - Sanef’s Executive Director
Time now for the Friday Music Wind Down, this morning we profile Soweto-born, Award winning artist, Gloria Bosman. Gloria is also a theatre performer, a Jazz, House, Gospel and Soul Singer. Gloria Bosman and the University of Johannesburg Choir will be hosting a concert today at the UJ Arts Centre, UJ Kingsway Campus, in Auckland Park this evening (13/09/19) to celebrate its rich arts and culture on campus.
GUEST: Gloria Bosman, who is an award winning artist and Jazz musician
As the fourth industrial revolution is taking over all industries in the world, we turn our focus on the tourism and hospitality sector. How is it going to impact the industry and as a country, are we ready? To help us navigate this subject, we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: Dr Diane Abrahams – Director, School of Tourism and Hospitality
Last night the National Research Foundation hosted an award ceremony to acknowledge those who make a difference in the world of research. The awards celebrated excellence among the South African research and academic community. We use the opportunity to talk about the state of research in the country. How are we doing since we are not the highest ranking nation when it comes to maths and science? How do we use such occasions to inspire young people to take up science as a career?
GUEST: Dr Molapo Qhobela, CEO of the National Research Foundation (NRF)
Civil society groups continue to raise their voices against gender based violence in the country. We as a country are trending for the wrong reasons. These past two weeks have been the heaviest as we so too many young girls are being killed by either their partners or just plain criminality. The focus is shifting towards men to do something. But then are the men coming forward and what is it they can do to help?
GUEST : Ms Claudia Shilumani, CEO for the Centre for Communication Impact, which developed and Implements Brothers for Life and Zazi
Women across South Africa have mobilized to march against sexual, gender-based violence and Femicide under the hash tag SandtonShutdown. The march started at three this morning, the women say the JSE will be shut down during this demonstration.
GUEST: Koketso Moeti, Founder of Amandla Mobi, a mobile platform that empowers marginalized communities to take collective action on issues ranging from public safety to women's rights.
The Kwazulu-Natal government is set to launch a massive crops planting programme this week. This in effort to create vibrant agricultural communities and improve food security in the province. The multi-million rand province-wide planting programme will be launched in the Mkhanyakude District Municipality. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Mr Sihle Zikalala, the Premier of KwaZulu-Natal
GUEST: Mr Sihle Zikalala, the Premier of KwaZulu-Natal
On Tuesday South African Breweries, SAB & Anheuser-Busch InBev, World's largest brewer, hosted a roundtable discussion on the importance of localisation and creating Black Industrialists in South Africa, as part of an update on the Enterprise Development pillar of the Public Interest Commitments (PIC) agreements made to government and which are aligned to National Government Agenda. This morning for our Business Feature, we are going to talk about Transformation, creating black Industrialists and jobs through localisation...
GUEST: Bishen Morgan, Procurement Director for Sustainability and Supplier Development at the South African Breweries, SAB
As South Africans celebrate Heritage Month; events around the attacks against foreign nationals are putting strain on the celebrations. How then do we as South Africans celebrate while this is going on in our country and how do we forge a common heritage as one Africa to preach a message of unity? Where is the Ubuntu principle and how do we revive it under these circumstances?
GUEST: Professor Pitika Ntuli, is a sculptor, poet, writer, cultural activist and an academic
The Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) says it is concerned about the lack of consequences from almost all the municipalities that appeared before the committee on Tuesday. Scopa met with six municipalities who had failed to obtain a clean audit for three consecutive financial years. The committee wanted to understand from the municipalities what has led to the near collapse of financial management in these municipalities. These municipalities are Mogalakwena, Mopani District, Thabazimbi, Vhembe District, Joe Morolong and Phokwane municipalities.
GUEST: Mr Mkhuleko Hlengwa, Chairperson of Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa)
New research warns that African consumption of illegal drugs is projected to become a public health emergency. According to the study by ENACT - a European funded project, it is anticipated that by 2050 there will be a total of twenty-three million drug users in Sub-Saharan Africa. The continent's looming drug crisis is said to be fuelled by organised crime and poor policy. For more on the findings of the research here's Regional Coordinator for Southern Africa, ENACT, Martin Ewi... GUEST: Martin Ewi, Regional Coordinator for Southern Africa, ENACT
The Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries has released the 2018/19 National Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Report which outlines the work done by the Green Scorpions in the past financial year. One of the things it pointed out is that the financial year continued to display a similar pattern to previous years in relation to the most prevalent types of environmental crimes being detected by the various EMI Institutions. What is the most important aspect we should know as the public?
GUEST: Frances Craigie – Chief Director of Enforcement at the Department of Environmental Affairs’ legal authorization, Compliance and Enforcement branch
Since 1994, South Africa has experienced xenophobic attacks against African and Asian migrants and refugees. In 2008, 2015 and now in 2019 we’ve seen widespread flare-ups, especially against African migrants who are alleged to be taking away jobs from South Africans and the source of crime, such as drug dealing. Most notable hotspots this year have been street vendors plying their trade in Johannesburg’s CBD who were initially harassed by the local SAPS and repelled by the vendors and at the same time unemployed truck drivers attacking foreign drivers. Armed male hostel-dwellers then staged violent and random attacks in the CBD against street traders that then morphed into rioting and looting in other areas. In today’s show we look at the issue of xenophobic violence from a labour perspective. GUEST: Amir Sheikh, spokesperson for the Africa Diaspora Forum GUEST: Mametlwe Sebei, president of the General Industrial Workers Union of South Africa (GIWUSA)
The Human Science Research Council will be hosting a symposium on language practices in South African higher education institutions this coming weekend. The big issue is how an overwhelming majority of instruction at tertiary institutions and business is still conducted in English or Afrikaans which continues to marginalize a large group of the black student population. We use this opportunity now to talk about the difference a change in language policy will make for the marginalized group
GUEST: Dr Alude Mahali - Conference convener for the Human Science Research Council
Religious practices and teachings in public schools has always been a very sensitive and hotly contested debate. The current national policy on religion and teaching prohibits public schools from adopting one religion to the exclusion of others. So, should pupils in public schools take part in religious practices or education even if the school has non-believing pupils? This morning we will look at: What the law says on religion in public schools
GUEST: Nadene Badenhorst - An advocate with the Legal Counsel of Freedom of Religion SA, a legal advocacy organisation working to protect religious freedom
Cameroon is divided by two languages; English speakers in that country want independence against the largely French-speaking government. For decades Francophones and Anglophones lived in relative harmony until the country violence experienced spurred by linguistic divisions. Francophones control a large portion of Cameroon's government and some English speakers say they're denied equal representation and access, as a result. This morning we will look at the conflict between Anglophone separatists and government, and where this linguistic divide stems from... GUEST : Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as "Spotlight Africa"
Have you started your own financial planning? Do you know the principles that make up for successful financial plan? Well this morning we are going to look at the 10 principles of financial planning?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday many of you (listeners) were not happy with the things our guest from the Zimbabwean Communist Party was saying regarding going back to communism. Over the years, those who believe in socialism believed that if the world embraced their ideology, then we would not see incidents like xenophobia and so on. But then we have seen how this didn’t work in countries like Russia. And also Capitalism is seen as being anti-poor. What then is the solution to what we are seeing in our country since it all seems like it’s about bread and butter issues?
GUEST: Reverend Dr Tshawane – Founder of the Centre for Non-Violence Conflict Reconciliation
We talk to the Road Accident Fund to remind you our listener and the public in general about how to approach the Road Accident Fund and what the new changes of directly claiming mean. For many years lawyers defrauded the fund millions of rands as they gave very little to victims. Since the changes how has the public been dealing with the fund?
GUEST: Advocate Khathu Magadani, Promotions and Activation manager at the Road Accident Fund
The Diageo Empowerment Trust South Africa (DETSA) has embarked on a search for ambitious sorghum farmers across South Africa to supply the United National Breweries. The tender is open to emerging black farmers who qualify in line with the generic Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Codes. To find out more, we're joined on the line now by Sinethemba Mafanya, spokesperson for the Diageo Empowerment Fund...
GUEST: Nobaku Msutu, from the Diageo Empowerment Fund
As municipalities around the country are cautioning residents not to waste water, also having seen the situation in Makhanda and the Western Cape, we speak to the Water Research Commission about the work they do and what their assessment is of the possible water crisis…
guest: Dr Stanley Liphadzi, Group Executive of Research and Development at the Water Research Commission
Yesterday (Sunday) was World Literacy Day, a day set aside by the United Nations to celebrate literacy and to reflect on the world’s remaining literacy challenges. The day comes in an era that is dominated by technology and gadgets in general that are distractive. According to the UN, the foundations of this are the original three ‘Rs’- reading, writing and arithmetic. Well with the emergence of smart phones and so on, how do we deal with the problem of kids being targeted by the big tech and media companies?
GUEST: Dean McCoubrey, founder of MySociaLife, which supports parents, teachers and psychologists to help children feel safer and behave smarter online
Gauteng police spokesperson - Kay Makhubele - says the situation is calm for now in the Johannesburg CBD following renewed violence last night. A group of people looted shops after disrupting a meeting - in which former IFP President, Mangosuthu Buthelezi, spoke to hostel residents following a week of deadly violence against foreign nationals. Police are yet to confirm the nationality of two people who died and five others that have been wounded during the violence. Makhubela says 17 people have been arrested…
GUEST: Ngqbutho Mabhena, who is the General Secretary of the Zimbabwe Communist Party
The Mankind Project #99949 is this morning encouraging men around to stand together wherever they are, be it at home, work or in transit to stand together in silence for 9 minutes as a symbol of solidarity for standing together in peace. Well its 10 minutes later and we find out now as to whether this initiative is being supported by the men of our country?
GUEST: Mark Van Der Walt, from Mankind Project
Today we feature Mamphore Mohoje-Rabanka. She’s a vocalist who comes from Katlehong and goes by the name Lioness. She’s described as a talented newcomer who is stating her claim in the local music industry. She has an 11-year journey which is said to be punctuated with false starts and broken promises as some of her setbacks. But through perseverance she finally made it.
GUEST: Mamphore Mohoje-Rabanka, Who is a vocalist, popularly known by her stage name “Lioness” – Vocalist
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for life imprisonment for rapists. He has told the nation last night that all serious cases of gender-based violence that have been left unsolved or "cold cases" must be reconsidered by the relevant authorities. Ramaphosa made the comments in a national address on gender based violence and the attacks on foreign nationals. OUTRO: Seeing how traumatized many of us are over these developments, the question then becomes how do we recover from this and what does it say about the nation’s psyche? To help us through this discussion,
Guest: Dr Saths Cooper, who is the President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) spokesperson, Lunga Ngqengelele says the South African embassy in Lagos, Nigeria, will remain closed, after it was forced to shut its doors. South African businesses operating in Nigeria including Shoprite and MTN have also come under attack. Nigeria has since announced a boycott of the World Economic Forum on Africa currently being held in Cape Town, following the continued attacks on foreign-owned businesses.
GUEST: Dewa Mavhinga, Southern Africa Director, for Human Rights Watch
Former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe has died. He was 95. According to reports he died in a hospital in Singapore this morning, where he has often received medical treatment in recent years.
GUEST: Lovemore Matuke, Zanu PF's Secretary for Security
GUEST : Daniel Molokele, Zimbabwe's opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC)
Suicides! Breakdowns! Burn outs! What's happening to South Africa's employees and future workforce? To address this there is a Mental health conference, taking place at the Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town, specifically aimed at business. Mental health advocacy organisation Work Mind Matters is launching their inaugural conference this Friday, ahead of Mental Health Awareness Month, which takes place in October each year. This one-day business conference aims to start conversations around this concept and will provide business leaders with a platform for engagement and collaborative problem solving as well as realizing solutions that are a good fit for their organisation.
GUEST: Alison Hallett, the founder of Work Mind Matters and a qualified occupational therapist
Seeing how many retailers are taking strain due to economic reasons, also the high unemployment rate in the country, our guest this morning is of the belief that the solution is for us as South Africans to buy locally produced products. Also for retailers to buy locally manufactured products. But then what is it that makes them buy imports and how can we encourage them to rather source locally?
GUEST : Elsebe Koorsen – Owner of the Lux Box Gifting Services
Police in Durban have arrested a man who allegedly killed his three children and stepdaughter on Tuesday. This follows the grim discovery the body of his 16-year-old stepdaughter in a bush in New Germany, west of Durban where she was found hanging from a tree. The big question to ask is what possesses one to do something like this? What did the children have to do with the parents fighting? To help us navigate through these questions,
GUEST: Mbuyiselo Botha - Commissioner at the Commission for Gender Equality and activist
With one third of South Africans experiencing a mental disorder in their lifetime, and limited access to psychiatric treatment in the public health sector, there's belief that traditional healers can play an important role in the front-line of treatment for depression, anxiety and substance abuse. A 2009 first nationally-representative research into mental disorders, revealed that alternative, or traditional, medicine is widely used by South Africans, and that those suffering from anxiety or a substance abuse disorder were likely to consult traditional healers. To discuss this issue further we are now joined on the line by Specialist psychiatrist Dr Lerato Dikobe-Kalane, who calls for greater cooperation between conventional Western medicine and traditional health practitioners to improve access to mental health care…
GUEST: Specialist psychiatrist, Dr Lerato Dikobe-Kalane
NGOs in the Western Cape have called for an urgent national plan to address gender-based violence. The outcry follows the rape and murder of 19-year old UCT student, Uyinene Mrwetyana. Her body was found in Khayelitsha last Monday.
GUEST: Crispin Phiri, Spokesperson for the Department of Justice
Over the past few years major concerns have been expressed by civil society and the media about the environmental crisis. These concerns range from global warming, air pollution, pollution of the sea and impact on marine life and the extinction of thousands of species. With a point of no return estimated to be 12 years, the environmental crisis will obviously impact on the economy, jobs and life itself. However, it is not clear what the trade union movement’s positions are and whether they will seek to influence government and big business to deal with the environmental crisis. In today’s Workers on Wednesday show we discuss the trade union view on issues related to the environment and how they plan to influence and ensure positive change. With us to discuss this we have
GUEST: Lebogang Mulaisi - COSATU Social Policy Coordinator
GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi - Media Officer and Spokesperson for Numsa
Violent attacks against foreign nationals have sparked outrage in South Africa and protests across the continent. Foreigner nationals living in the country have fled for safety, while others say they have nowhere to go. The recent scores of people have been injured; many shops have been looted and torched. Local women married to foreign nationals, and who have children with them, have spoken about the damage and toll the attacks have taken on their marriage and relationships and how they feel ostracized in their communities. This morning I am joined in studio by a married couple who have been affected by the recent violence…
GUEST: Anonymous, who is a Nigerian born, energetic gospel singer, based in South Africa. He's also a song writer, vocal coach and a worship leader.
GUEST: Precious, who is a South African Gospel sing, who is married to Anonymous
As the country reels from the chaotic situation that is taking place in our cities, where mass looting is taking place, traditional leaders are also adding their voice calling for calm. The EMBO KINGDOM, through His Royal Majesty Chancellor King BHUNGANE lll, says that it is calling for calm among what they refer to as “our people and Africans in particular”. They go on to say that they condemn the sporadic violence that we see among and against our African brothers and sisters in Gauteng Province and elsewhere in the Country. To hear what they have to say and what their concerns are,
GUEST: His Majesty King Bhungane the Third
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature the Global Perspective, where we profile countries around the globe. This morning we profile the Republic of Ireland, an island in the British Isles located west of Great Britain, which is known for its physical beauty, with vast areas of unspoilt wilderness and breathtaking sceneries of romantic ruins…
GUEST: Paula Molloy, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Ireland in South Africa
Planning to Invest or are you currently in the process of Investing? Well this morning we are going to look at the first step in making an investment plan for the future and what steps should be taken to an organised investment plan?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday (Monday) saw mass looting around Johannesburg where not only foreign owned business, but also locally owned. Some of the areas that were targeted were Tembisa, Melvern and the Jeppe area. What image does this portray for the country? To get an understanding on the impact of looting from a business perspective,
GUEST: Joan Warburton-McBride – CEO of the Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Time now for our regular Monday feature; Legally Speaking, this morning we are in conversation with Andiswa Gowa, an Occupational Therapist at Andiswa Gowa Practice and Sinolwazi Mahlaba, an Attorney at Simi Healthcare Solutions, a Public service in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Both Companies were founded by Andiswa and specialize in Medical legal cases pertaining to personal injuries.
GUEST: Andiswa Gowa, an Occupational Therapist at Andiswa Gowa Practice
GUEST: Sinolwazi Mahlaba, an Attorney at Simi Healthcare Solutions, a Public service in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
We talk to the Road Accident Fund to remind you our listener and the public in general about how to approach the Road Accident Fund and what the new changes of directly claiming mean. For many years lawyers defrauded the fund millions of rands as they gave very little to victims. Since the changes how has the public been dealing with the fund?
GUEST: Advocate Khathu Magadani, Promotions and Activation manager at the Road Accident Fund
As we enter Heritage Month, we turn our focus on the Khoi and San community. They started off celebration this weekend with a programme they call “cultural reawakening” themed “from Coloured to Khoi”. They go on to say that they would like to restore themselves as a nation from being named coloured to reclaim their Khoi and San ancestry. GUEST: Christian Martin – A Khoi-San activist and ANC MPL in the Eastern Cape legislature GUEST: Khoi chief, Crawford Fraser
Mzwanele Nyhontso was elected president of the Pan Africanist Congress at the party’s national elective conference this past weekend in Bloemfontein. But as expected with the PAC, another faction is disputing his presidency saying the conference was illegal. Narius Moloto who was not part of the conference is reportedly one of the people saying the conference was illegal. To get an understanding from the new leadership,
GUEST: Newly elected PAC President, Mzwanele Nyhontso
The chairperson of the Information Regulator, Advocate Pansy Tlakula says they are considering joining an application as friends of the courts to review the public protector's report on Bosasa donations, citing that privacy laws may have been breached during the investigation.
GUEST: Advocate Pansy Tlakula, Chairperson of the Information Regulator
This Friday morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the International Convention Centre in East London, where the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is hosting member states from African Telecommunications Union (ATU) for the 4th Regional Preparatory Meeting for the World Radio Communication conference. The main objective of the meeting will be to consider and adopt the African Common Proposals to the World Radio Communication
Guest:Mametse Masemola – Chairperson of the South African Women in ICT Forum
FOCUS: This Friday morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the International Convention Centre in East London, where the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is hosting member states from African Telecommunications Union (ATU) for the 4th Regional Preparatory Meeting for the World Radio Communication conference. The main objective of the meeting will be to consider and adopt the African Common Proposals to the World Radio Communication
Guest: Minister of Communications Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams
: This Friday morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the International Convention Centre in East London, where the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is hosting member states from African Telecommunications Union (ATU) for the 4th Regional Preparatory Meeting for the World Radio Communication conference.
GUEST: Eastern Cape Premier, Oscar Mabuyane
This Friday morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the International Convention Centre in East London, where the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is hosting member states from African Telecommunications Union (ATU) for the 4th Regional Preparatory Meeting for the World Radio Communication conference.
Guest: Mr Kilyobas Binga, the Director, Radio Monitoring and Survey, Ministry of Communications in Nigeria
This Friday morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the International Convention Centre in East London, where the Department of Communications and Digital Technologies is hosting member states from African Telecommunications Union (ATU) for the 4th Regional Preparatory Meeting for the World Radio Communication conference.
John Omo has been elected the new Secretary General of the African Telecommunications Union
Yesterday Cosatu briefed the media on the outcomes of their three day Central Executive Committee meeting where they spoke about a number of things. One of those was how they plan to deal with the issue of retrenchments. Now you may be aware that we have been doing a series of interviews around the issue of employment. Let’s engage Cosatu now to hear how they plan to fight retrenchments seeing that the country’s economy is not doing well. Also how do they interpret Finance Minister Tito Mboweni’s plan?
GUEST: Solly Phetoe – Cosatu’s Deputy Secretary- General
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Indaba Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre, In Fourways, Johannesburg, where the United Nations Women, is urging all partners to "Step it Up for Gender Equality" to advance women's empowerment with and through the news media. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development adopted by UN Member States in September 2015 is a universal roadmap for people and planet, addressing the key challenges of the 21st century, such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. Women's empowerment is recognized as a pre-condition to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the core of the 2030 Agenda. The SDGs include a transformative stand-alone goal on gender equality and women's rights (Goal 5) that addresses structural barriers to women's empowerment, along with important targets on gender equality in other Goals.
GUEST: Zolisa Sigabi, SABC National Radio News Editor
We continue our weekly and final discussion with the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), which is celebrating 20 years since its inception. This morning we are in conversation with Mr Tsietsi Maselwa, the legal executive manager of the National Lotteries Commission to talk to us about Legislation and other legal issues pertaining to the Commission.
GUEST: Mr Tsietsi Maselwa, the legal executive manager of the National Lotteries Commission
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Indaba Hotel, Spa and Conference Centre, In Fourways, Johannesburg, where the United Nations Women, is urging all partners to "Step it Up for Gender Equality" to advance women's empowerment with and through the news media. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development adopted by UN Member States in September 2015 is a universal roadmap for people and planet, addressing the key challenges of the 21st century, such as poverty, inequality, and climate change. Women's empowerment is recognized as a pre-condition to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the core of the 2030 Agenda. The SDGs include a transformative stand-alone goal on gender equality and women's rights (Goal 5) that addresses structural barriers to women's empowerment, along with important targets on gender equality in other Goals.
GUEST: Ms Joan Moeketsi, who is the South Africa Component Manager for the German Development Cooperation (Giz)
We are now in conversation with Kevin Harris, an independent South African filmmaker, to talk about his 2018 documentary "Remember Khotso House, Aluta Continua, which is a compelling two part documentary reflecting on the life's journey of the South African Council of Churches in its fight against apartheid through the 1980s and 90s. For more Kevin Harris now joins me here at the Indaba Hotel, In Fourways…
GUEST: Kevin Harris, an independent South African documentary and filmmaker
This Saturday, the 31st of August, will mark exactly 31 years since the headquarters of the South African Council of Churches, Khotso House, in central Johannesburg, was bombed for harbouring anti-apartheid groups. The bombing took place a year after a blast at the House of trade union federation COSATU. This morning we will look at the role played the Church and religious leaders in supporting, and opposing, South Africa's former apartheid regime. We will also examine the role of the Church in Reconciliation
GUEST : Reverend Frank Chikane, who is an ANC stalwart and former General Secretary of the South African Council of Churches
The 28th World Economic Forum on Africa is taking place in Cape Town, from the fourth until the sixth of September. Under the theme, Shaping Inclusive Growth and Shared Futures in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the Forum is expected to address the African Union's Agenda 2063 regional strategic priorities such as a prosperous Africa based on inclusive growth and sustainable development and an integrated continent, politically united and based on the ideals of Pan-Africanism and the vision of Africa's Renaissance…
GUEST: Elsie Kanza, Head of Africa, Member of the Executive Committee at the World Economic Forum (WEF)
It has been seven years since striking miners at Marikana were shot down and 34 killed by police. It is regarded as the worst episode of state repression and violence in democratic South Africa. Despite the recommendations by the Farlam Commission for further investigations and prosecutions, as well as compensation to the families of those who were killed and the injured, little progress has been made. There are no signs of justice being served and in today’s show we discuss the impact on the victims of this horrific effect and the prospects of justice and compensation.
GUEST: Ms Nomzamo Zondo, Director of Litigation at the Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa (SERI
GUEST: Mr Andries Nkomo, attorney representing the widows and families of Marikana Massacre victims
There has been a lot of speculation surrounding the death of Gavin Watson, Bosasa CEO now known as African Global Operations. He died on Monday near the OR Tambo International Airport East of Johannesburg. Taking calls on his death, some people mentioned that he was an antiapartheid activist. This then raised the question of how he damaged his reputation as many of us remember him more from being implicated for wrongdoing at the Zondo Commission into state capture. He is not the only one, we have seen how many of those in power today have tarnished their reputation so much that we have even forgotten the role they played in liberating the country. If one finds themselves in such a situation, is there any way of turning the picture around to a positive image? Why do so many people fall into the trap of corruption?
GUEST: Rich Mkhondo – Founder of Media and Writers Firm
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni has unveiled a 75-page economic rescue plan for South Africa. Yesterday the National Treasury released a blue print policy document aimed at boosting economic growth by 2 to 3% and creating one-million additional jobs. But is this plan really feasible?
GUEST: Lumkile Mondi, Senior Lecturer at the School of Economics and Business Science at Wits
GUEST: Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief Economist at Econometrix
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged G7 leaders to support Africa’s development. During his address at the G7 meeting in France, Ramaphosa pushed for infrastructure development on the continent. This is nothing new, seeing how African leaders come back empty handed from these summit. Do we really need support from G7 countries? And will the needs of Africa ever be heard by these G7 leaders or it’s an issue of African solutions for African problems?
GUEST: Victor Kgomoeswana, who is the author of “Africa is Open for Business”, a consultant and a public speaker on African business affairs.
What Influence did France have in Africa? During the Colonial period in Africa, the British and the French colonized more than 95% of the continent. It's understood that the British colonized twenty-two African states while the French colonized twenty. This morning we will look at the Influence France has had on the African continent and why are former colonies in Africa so important to France? GUEST : Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as "Spotlight Africa"
This morning we are going to look at the "Financial Survival kit for Retrenchment"; steps to take to ensure that you're adequately prepared for retrenchment and what to do in the event it actually happens, this as retrenchment remains a high possibility for many employed South Africans during current challenging economic times...
GUEST : Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula last week offered taxi operators124-thousand rand in exchange for their un-roadworthy vehicles. Mbalula launched the second phase of the Taxi Recapitalization Programme in Elandsfontein south of Johannesburg. The aim of the programme is to get rid of un-roadworthy taxis. The programme was first started by the then Transport Minister Jeff Radebe. To get an understanding on how different this one is from what Radebe launched at the time and also what made that one not work.
GUEST: Ayanda Allie Paine, who is the National spokesperson for the Department of Transport
GUEST: Ralph Jones, National spokesperson for the Taxi Industry
Now here is a subject that is not pleasant to talk about. The issue of divorce, as hard as it is, it is a reality. But then where does the money part fit in? Our guest is pointing to the fact that many people don’t understand where the pension benefits fit in.
GUEST: Nashalin Portrag - Head of FundsAtWork at Momentum Corporate
Amnesty International says that Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has presided over a systematic and brutal crackdown on human rights, including the violent suppression of protests and a witch-hunt against anyone who dared challenge his government. They also say that socio-economic conditions of many Zimbabweans have also declined over the past 12 months. To get an understanding on this,
GUEST: ROBERT SHIVAMBU, MEDIA MANAGER, SOUTHERN AFRICA AT AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL
The South African Football Association (Safa) is frantically searching for a new Bafana Bafana coach, as September's deadline draws near. This after Stuart Baxter resigned as coach. It is understood that Pitso Mosimane, Benni McCarthy, Gavin Hunt and Steve Komphela are the frontrunners for the job. This morning we are asking you: Who’s the best candidate to replace Stuart Baxter as head coach of Bafana Bafana
GUEST : Velile Mnyandu, Award Winning Senior SABC Sports Journalist
GUEST: Former Bafana Bafana defender, Edward "Ma-Gents" Motale
Calls for Public Protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane have continued to intensify over the past few weeks following several scathing court judgments against her. Earlier this month Members of Parliament held a meeting to discuss a request to look into the fitness of Mkhwebane to hold office. Currently the court of the rules committee is set to determine a process that will be followed in the removal of the public protector…
GUEST: Mr Bulelani Magwanishe, Justice Committee chairperson
Time now for our regular Friday Feature the Friday Wind Down. In the spotlight this morning is the Deputy Secretary General of the ANC, Jessie Duarte. Ms Duarte is the former South African High Commissioner to Mozambique, former provincial secretary of the Federation of Transvaal Women. She was once a banned person, a political detainee, Chief Operations Officer in the Presidency and previously the National Spokesperson for the ANC, and member of the ANC NEC. Jessie Duarte was elected Deputy Secretary General at the 54th National Conference in 2017. For more on her social and political life, she now joins me in studio…
GUEST : Jessie Duarte, ANC Deputy Secretary General
Dumping liquid waste at landfills will soon be made illegal in South Africa. The government will this morning (23/08/19) implement a new waste legislation banning all liquid waste from landfill - signaling a massive shift in South African waste legislation. This morning we will examine how this new waste legislation places significant importance on the effective management of such waste by waste producers and the waste industry alike...
GUEST: Jason McNeil, Chief Operating Officer at Interwaste
The African Centre for the Study of the US was hosting a talk by Rory Verrett who is founder and managing partner of Protégé Search. His talk is entitled American entrepreneurs of color: Lessons an d strategies for expansion. What lessons are he highlighting in this talk and what can South Africans lean from the American entrepreneur of colour?
GUEST: Rory Verrett - Founder and managing partner of Protégé Search
As the Inkatha Freedom Party is getting ready for their national elective conference which starts today (Friday), all eyes are on the emergence of the party’s Former national chairperson Ziba Jiyane who recently joined the party after 14 years since his removal. The party will be replacing Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi who led the party since its inception in 1975. To get some inside into what to expect,
GUEST: Mkhuleko Hlengwa – National Spokesperson for the IFP and also Member of Parliament
This morning we are in conversation with IEC Chief electoral officer Sy Mamabolo, about the new law that political parties and donors must disclose donations above a threshold to the Electoral Commission. We want to discuss how far the commission is in implementing the Political Party Funding Act
GUEST: IEC Chief electoral officer, Sy Mamabolo
We continue our weekly discussion with the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), which is celebrating 20 years since its existence. This morning we are in conversation with Ms Xolile Ntuli, the Chief Financial Officer of the National Lotteries Commission board, about how the NLC achieves and maintains clean audit and the impact of the work of the NLC in the communities…
GUEST: Ms Xolile Ntuli, the Chief Financial Officer of the National Lotteries Commission board…
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from Diepkloof Comprehensive Welfare Centre, 13141 Marthinus Smuts Drive, Soweto in Johannesburg. We are here for the Sonke and SAfm dialogue on "The Role of Local Government in Preventing and Addressing Gender-Based Violence". This morning we will engage with a range of speakers from government and civil society organisations about how we can end gender-based violence in our homes, communities, churches, schools, on our streets and in our villages and cities by working together with all spheres of government…
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Ms Steve Letsike is a well-known activist, not only within the LGBTQI+ sector, but also on issues of feminism, human rights and social justice.
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Ms Chiedza Chagutah, who works as the programme manager for Hlanganisa Institute for Development in Southern Africa a local intermediary grantmaker
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Mr Patrick Godana, who is Sonke's Eastern Cape Provincial Manager
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Ms Nonhlanhla Mokwena, who is the Deputy Chief responsible for Gender Based-Violence Programmes at the Centre for Communication Impact (CCI).
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Ms Thusani Mulaudzi, who is Head of Strategy and Relations in Group Strategy, Policy, and Relations for the City of Johannesburg
- Pearl Moabelo - dept of social development
- Mbuyiselo Botha - commission for gender equality
- Ms Anna Sithole - deputy director national department of social development
For some time government has been calling for input from the private sector and individuals to assist the country on issues of job creation. And yes, if you listen to the news, some have heeded government’s call. Individuals have also come forward with suggestions to try and assist. One of those is Mpho Muthubi who is a social entrepreneur has written an open letter to the president with suggestions that he believes with advance employment in the country. However he says his letter fell on deaf ears. He has since sent it to the SAfm team and to talk us through it, he now joins us on the line…
GUEST: Mpho Muthubi – Social entrepreneur and commentator
This week on Workers on Wednesday we discuss the problem of sexual harassment at the workplace. Many women workers are regularly subjected to this unsavoury and oppressive form of behaviour by their male colleagues, especially those who are in higher positions to them. Because of high unemployment, many women are also forced into sexual relations with their employers in order to obtain and keep their jobs. How widespread is the problem of sexual harassment at the workplace and what can we do to eradicate it?
- GUEST: Ms Patricia Appolis, National Gender Co-ordinator of the South African Commercial Catering and Allied Workers Union (SACCAWUGUEST: Ms Chriscy Blouws, Attorney from the Women's Legal Centre in Cape Town
Former members of the SABC interim board say they stand by their decision to award a 185-million rand tender to the company that scored the second-highest. The board is now under fire from the Special Investigating Unit which found that they acted irregularly in awarding the tender. The SIU says the interim board failed to give sufficient reasons why they chose the second bidder instead of considering other options. In their report, the SIU wants them to be declared delinquent and for the money lost to the SABC to be recovered. Khanyisile Kweyama, Febe Potgieter-Gqubule, Mathatha Tsedu, Krish Naidoo and John Matisonn held a media briefing in Sandton, Johannesburg yesterday to outline their plan of action…
GUEST: Krish Naidoo, former member of the SABC interim board
The Gauteng Human Settlements and Co-operative Governance MEC, Lebohang Maile, yesterday established a committee to look into allegations of fraud and corruption in the province's municipalities. Maile says they have noted that Gauteng municipalities are at risk of degenerating to a dysfunctional level, except for Ekurhuleni and Mid-Vaal. For more on this issue we are now in conversation with the South African Municipal Workers Union, SAMWU, who have been vocal on issues of corruption at municipal level…
GUEST: Koena Ramotlou, General Secretary of the South African Municipal Workers Union, SAMWU
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot the Global Perspective, today's destination is the country of Cuba. Cuba's Communist government has survived more than 50 years of US sanctions intended to topple veteran leader Fidel Castro. It also defied predictions that it would not survive the collapse of its one-time supporter, the Soviet Union.
GUEST: Dianelis Forestal Mejías, the Third Secretary for Press and Culture affairs of the Embassy of Cuba
We continue our focus on the horn of Africa, this morning our focus in on Apartheid in Somalia, where clan structure remains socially and politically important. When you think of Somalia you generally picture a homogenous society, with a common Arabic ancestry, a shared culture of nomadism and one Somali mother tongue BUT in reality the country is faced with ethnic marginalization, stigma, social exclusion and apartheid. In south-central Somalia, extremist group al-Shabaab has waged violent attacks in the past year against minorities, particularly Bantu and Christians. This morning on the Talking Point we will discuss the clan structure of the majorities which continues to exclude minorities from significant political participation and employment. Our focus is on the plight of the Bantu Somalis
GUEST: Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as "Spotlight Africa"
As discussed last week, this morning we are going to be discussing one of the important principals of the financial plan which relates to Health Care and Disability. However, Bryan Hirsch would first like to answer the two questions from last week: Can you access your savings account from your Medical Aid? Is it compulsory for government employees to join the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS)?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
For many years small business have been complaining about late payments from the different government structures. Well, there’s light at the end of the tunnel as the department of small business development is calling on the budgets of various national and provincial departments that owe SMME’s large sums of money to be slashed to allow the Treasury to pay the affected businesses directly. What made the department go this route and how do they expect the problem will be solved seeing that anything regarding the law take very long to be approved?
GUEST: Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, Minister of small businesses development
Yesterday (19/08/19) the ANC in Gauteng failed to meet yesterday's deadline that the party's NEC had set for the Gauteng Premier David Makhura to replace one of his male MEC's with a female one. The ANC had ordered Makhura to effect changes to his executive committee in line with the party's resolution. The ANC resolved that provinces that are led by males must have 60 per cent of women in their executive committee. Instead Makhura, who is also the chairperson of the ANC in Gauteng, resorted to a 50/50 gender representivity. Makhura's executive committee comprises of five men and five women.
GUEST: Gauteng ANC secretary-general, Jacob Khawe
President Cyril Ramaphosa's supporters have accused the CR17 campaign managers, especially Small Business Development Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, of having used them to enrich themselves from the R1 billion raised for his ANC leadership campaign in 2017, this according to Investigative Journalists Mzilikazi Wa Afrika, Piet Rampedi And Karabo Ngoepe. To elaborate further we are now joined on the line by
GUEST: Piet Rampedi, Investigations Editor at Independent Media as well as editor at African Times
On our Legally Speaking feature today we speak to Jacquie Cassette, who is the National Practice Head and Director of the Pro Bono and Human Rights practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr. They are said to be solving some of the country’s developmental challenges by promoting constitutional values and the protection and enforcement of rights, and facilitating access to justice for the disadvantaged and vulnerable. What does all of this mean and what should we as the public know about it? Also who are they assisting in all of this and how does one use their services?
GUEST: Jacquie Cassette - Director and National Practice Head of Pro Bono and Human Rights practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
Last week we started a series of interviews around economic development where we focused mostly on employment issues. We spoke about what should be done to improve the rate of unemployment in our country. Today we speak to Coega Development Corporation which announced that it has exceeded 120 000 jobs created through its programmes across the country, which they say has enriched the livelihood of many indigenous people. What is this programme and how is it benefiting those in need of jobs?
GUEST: Dr. Ayanda Vilakazi - Head of Marketing, Brand and Communications at the Coega Development Corporation
Are Universities key to the NHI plan? Are Universities key to the NHI plan? It has often been asked if universities have a role to play in dealing with public health-care service delivery challenges. This morning we are in conversation with Dr Wezile Chitha, Assistant Dean for Strategic Affairs for the Faculty of Health Sciences at Wits University about the essential role of universities when it comes to public health and in particular the NHI...
GUEST: Dr Wezile Chitha, Assistant Dean for Strategic Affairs for the Faculty of Health Sciences at Wits University
President Cyril Ramaphosa says the current developments around the Public Protector, Busisiwe Mkhwebane and his decision to take her report on judicial review will not derail his efforts to fix the government, and the economy. The President was speaking before his departure from Dar es Salaam in Tanzania where he attended the SADEC head of states…
GUEST: Xolani Dube - senior researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development in KZN
Time now for our regular Friday Feature the Friday Wind Down. In the spotlight this morning is former Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women and former social development Minister, Bathabile Olive Dlamini. She is the leader of the ANC Women's League and a member of the National Executive Committee of the ANC. For more on her political and social life, she now joins me in studio…
GUEST: Bathabile Olive Dlamini, leader of the ANC Women's League and a member of the National Executive Committee of the ANC. She is also former Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women and former social development Minister
As we mark the 7th year of the Marikana tragedy, we take a look at the question of how unions bargain with employers. How they reach the point of calling a strike or get into a confrontation as we saw in Marikana. The frustration faced by the worker and also what determines the amount they demand from an employer. Also the people who died on this day, have they changed the course of collective bargaining?
GUEST: Dr Denis George, who is an Expert in collective bargaining and social partnership
Chairperson of parliament's Health Committee Sibongiseni Dhlomo says the Committee wants to hear from the State Attorney on the legal advice that office gave the Minister of Health on the constitutionality of the NHI Bill. The DA has threatened to go to court as they believe the Bill is unconstitutional. The Bill was sent to parliament last week after it was approved by cabinet. It aims to give all South Africans equal access to quality health care. Dhlomo says the Committee wants to address the concerns raised by various people, including those who want to challenge its constitutionality
GUEST: Dr Zweli Mkhize, the National Minister of Health
We continue our weekly discussion with the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), which is celebrating 20 years since its existence. Last week we spoke to Mr Philemon Letwaba, chief operating officer (COO) of the National Lotteries Commission about how one can access NLC funding and sectors that are funded. This morning we are in conversation with Professor Alfred Nevhutanda, Chairperson of the National Lotteries Commission board. His focus will be on the 20 years of NLC as both the regulator and the funder in the country…
GUEST : Professor Alfred Nevhutanda, Chairperson of the National Lotteries Commission board
In the age of technology and digitization, printing may not always be considered worth the paper it's written on. Even though embracing evolution and innovation is key to sustainability, nothing beats quality. This morning we are in conversation with James Sibeko, the owner of Jabatha Paper and Stationers. This is the only big black-owned paper merchant in the industry.
GUEST: James Sibeko, the owner of Jabatha Paper and Stationers
The KwaZulu-Natal government will hold its first climate change summit following devastating floods that claimed many lives in the recent past. The two-day provincial climate change and sustainable development summit, starts today and will be attended by members of the provincial executive council, senior leaders and officials from all spheres of government, academics and the civil society.
GUEST: Ms Nomusa Dube-Ncube, MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs
August is Women's Month, so for our business feature this morning we are in conversation with Businesswoman, Tlalane Ntuli, who is the chief operating officer and co-founder of credit life insurer Yalu, who joins me now in studio to share her story on entrepreneurship and women empowerment and how to motivate and encourage other women to pursue their dreams no matter how big or small.
GUEST : Businesswoman, Tlalane Ntuli is chief operating officer and co-founder of credit life insurer Yalu in Johannesburg
Many foreign-owned shops in Soweto have been looted. Residents say this was done in retaliation for the recent attack on police in the Johannesburg CBD by foreign nationals. Meanwhile, the mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Herman Mashaba, says the looting of foreign owned shops in Soweto is as a result of the government's failure to secure the country's borders. He says some foreigner shop owners have been bringing counterfeit goods in the country and local people are frustrated.
GUEST: Sashin Naidoo, SABC reporter
Former EFF members are launching a political party called the African Federal Convention. Babayi Vusi Mathe launched the African Federal Convention, AFCO, in Johannesburg on Wednesday. Mathe was the EFF's former Head of Intelligence in KwaZulu-Natal. In its reaction to the new party, the EFF has branded Mathe as just a disgruntled former party member.
GUEST: Babayi Vusi Mathe, Leader of the African Federal Convention (afco). Vusi describes himself as a "co-founder of the EFF"
For the past few days we’ve been discussing issues around job creation and trying to find answers for the main reasons for our unemployment situation. Yesterday we spoke to experts in the human resources, graduate placement and economic sector. To take the discussion forward we here from the Minister of Employment and Labour…
GUEST: Thulas Nxesi – National minister of Employment and Labour
This morning we will look at leading women gaming executives from across the international landscape. Clarion Gaming is promoting the role of women within the industry via the #WomenDiverse social media campaign which is running throughout the month of August. On the Talking Point this morning, we will look at the role of advancing women within the Casino or Gaming industry, where women are still facing issues in diversity and sexism...
GUEST: Adheera Bodasing - Managing Director, Polarity Consulting
We are now in conversation with Enterprise iLembe, which is an Economic Development Agency for the iLembe District Municipality, on the east coast of KwaZulu-Natal. Enterprise iLembe held a Business Engagement Breakfast Session at the Fairmont Zimbali Resort yesterday, targeting local business, and representatives from government at provincial and local level, sector departments and SMMEs to address challenges of economic growth, innovation and reduction in unemployment… GUEST: Cobus Oelfse CEO Ilembe Chamber of Commerce
In this week’s show we look at and discuss Women in Labour. That is what the role and situation of women is in the economy and how well their interests are represented by the trade union movement. We look closely at to what extent is discrimination against women in the economy still rife and what are the trade union responses to this? It is well known that women are marginalized and oppressed at various levels of society, from our homes, our communities and in the economy, but we also explore whether they are marginalized and oppressed within trade unions.
GUEST: Ms Dorothy Ndhlovu, Vice President of the Federation of Unions of South Africa (FEDUSA)
GUEST: Ms Prakashnee Govender, former Cosatu Parliamentary office researcher
The latest unemployment stats which put the figure at 29% got many of us worried. We were worried about what more to expect seeing that many institutions are laying people off. The SOE’s are also not helping as they are also mismanaged and laying people off. We will be doing a series of discussion along economic lines. But today we look at the employment side of things. Where are we going wrong? Are we producing the correct candidates for our industries? Is it a question of skills? Is it education? Where do we start when it comes to the question of finding a job?
GUEST: Madelein Smit – Founder and Human resources expert at HR Company Solutions
GUEST: Leon Louw, Executive Director of the Free Market Foundation
GUEST: Ronnie Midaka, the COO of the South African Graduates Development Association (SAGDA)
The South African Communist Party, SACP want funders of all presidential candidates who contested the ANC's Nasrec elective conference in 2017 to be disclosed. Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has found that President Cyril Ramaphosa deliberately misled parliament on a 500-thousand BOSASA donation to his campaign for the ANC presidency in 2017. However, yesterday's interim court order has interdicted Mkhwebane's remedial actions in her BOSASA report, pending a judicial review. The SACP says the focus which is solely on President Ramaphosa's funders is "one-sided" and that the ANC must reveal all the funders.
GUEST: SACP spokesperson, Dr Alex Mashilo
As per usual on a Tuesday we look at issues on the African continent. We will continue our discussions around peace and stability in countries within the Horn of Africa. This morning the spotlight is on Somalia, which has been plagued by political, economic and human rights challenges, including terrorism by extremist group al-Shabab who regularly conduct attacks and control vast segments of Somalia. This morning on the Talking Point we will also look at some of the other challenges like famine, piracy and how some of the country's challenges have devastated Somalia's agricultural sector. So what will it take to bring peace to Somalia?
GUEST: Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as "Spotlight Africa"
Core inflation and consumer inflation is very different. To achieve long term growth, investors have to take on risk; however, there are different types of risk that investors need to be aware of.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Last week we spoke to an economist for about five minutes to explain what it means when a currency is devalued. It was one of those issues one picks up during the market update with no real explanation. Interestingly, Michael Kruger who is an investment analyst at Morningstar Investment Management SA penned an article where he picks up on how the level of the rand is being used to paint a picture of the country’s economic state. There are just so many debates around this issue that sometimes makes one wonder where people like Moody’s and so on fit into the equation and how also Eskom affects how the rand trades. To make sense of all of this, w
GUEST: Michael Kruger - Investment analyst at Morningstar Investment Management SA
There has been a lot of opposition against the roll out of the National Health Insurance (NHI), a system aimed at providing essential healthcare to all South Africans irrespective of their financial status. Yesterday we spoke to Professor Alex van den Heever, Chair of Social Security Systems Administration and Management studies at Wits School of Governance who says the NHI may turn into another vehicle vulnerable to state capture and will not address the current challenges facing our health system…
GUEST: Dr Nicholas Crisp, a Consultant for the National Health Insurance (NHI), for the Department of Health
Time now for our regular Monday feature, Legally Speaking, this morning we are going to slightly divert from our usual legal or law related topics by speaking to Julia Mashele, a businesswoman and author of Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied. Julia Mashele is renowned for being South Africa's longest-serving female awaiting trial prisoner. We are going to speak to her about the work she does to help rehabilitate and provide spiritual counseling sessions for inmates and ex-inmates, in particular female offenders, to encourage them to make use of available business opportunities as part of improving their reintegration back into society.
GUEST: Julia Mashele, a businesswoman and author of Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied. She is also renowned for being South Africa's longest-serving female awaiting trial prisoner.
The Western Cape has been in the news in the past year for the all the wrong reasons regarding water shortage due to drought. We've seen many organisations trying to come up with different solutions to the problem. But now that they are receiving good rains, the problems changes to how overflowing dams are managed. Dr Kevin Winter from the University of Cape Town has raised some concerns over this issue,
GUEST: Dr Kevin Winter, senior lecturer in the Environmental & Geographical Science Department at the University of Cape Town
Over the years NPO's have been in the news for all the wrong reasons. Be it that of them receiving social grants fraudulently, or battling to raise funds for their projects simply because they don't comply. Well, there is light at the end of the tunnel as the Department of Social Development embarks on a nationwide roadshow campaign targeted at all organisations registered in terms of the Non-Profit Organisations Act (Act No 71 of 1997). The campaign is called the #KnowYourNPOStatus which is targeted at Non-Governmental Organisations, Community-Based Organisations and Faith Based organisations registered as NPOs to comply with the provisions of the Act. What is it that the public should know about this?
GUEST : Lumka Oliphant - Spokesperson for the Department of Social Development
The Freedom Front Plus says government's plans to forge ahead with the National Health Insurance will cost South Africa dearly. It says it warned government against the NHI, saying it will force experienced medical professionals to leave the country. The party has been reacting to the tabling of the NHI bill in Parliament last week.
GUEST : Professor Alex van den Heever, Chair of Social Security Systems Administration and Management studies at Wits School of Governance
Students at Unisa have embarked on several protest action in the past weeks. Some of the students' complaints centered on NSFAS allowances, issues of registration, a change of examination dates, marking of examinations and their respective exam results. Yesterday I spoke to Unisa spokesperson Martin Ramotshela and started off by asking him what are some of the concerns students have raised with the institution…
We are now in conversation with the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), following their tenth Conference in Midrand in Johannesburg. PAP is one of the organs of the African Union (AU) as set out by the Treaty Establishing the African Economic Community (Abuja Treaty).The Parliament is intended as a platform for people from all African states to be involved in discussions and decision-making on the problems and challenges facing the continent. This year’s conference was held under the theme "Towards durable solutions to forced migration to accelerate integration and development in Africa: role of national and regional parliaments".
GUEST: Pan African Parliament 4th Vice-President, Hon. Chief Fortune Charumbira
The National Health Insurance bill has been positively received by the stakeholders in the health sector, with a few objections from political parties. Health Minister Doctor Zweli Mkhize announced to the media in Pretoria that the long-awaited NHI bill has been tabled in parliament. The process of rolling out the NHI has been met with objections and criticism from opposition parties and the private sector. Meanwhile, the Board of Healthcare Funders of Southern Africa, the BHF, has welcomed the release of the National Health Insurance bill and say it will participate fully in the NHI and submit to the processes of the contemplated bill
GUEST: Dr Rajesh Patel, who is head of Benefit and Risk at the Board of Healthcare Funders.
This morning we will continue our weekly discussion with the National Lotteries Commission (NLC), which is celebrating 20 years since its existence. Last week we spoke to Thabang Charlotte Mampane, the National Lotteries Commission Commissioner to talk about the milestones the NLC has achieved since its inception. This morning we are in conversation with Mr Philemon Letwaba, chief operating officer (COO) of the National Lotteries Commission, to talk about projects they have funded and how one can access funding from the NLC.
GUEST : Mr Philemon Letwaba, chief operating officer (COO) of the National Lotteries Commission (NLC)
As part of efforts to improve gender representation amongst investors, as well as to empower, educate and support women who are keen to achieve financial freedom through investing on the stock market, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange is hosting an investment conference this coming Saturday. Dubbed #JSE-She-Invests, this annual conference is hosted in partnership with Easy Equities, a local low-cost investment brokerage platform, and True Love magazine. GUEST: Zanele Morrison, Director of Marketing and Corporate Affairs at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange
As we celebrate Women’s Month, we will speak to a number of women in the country who are doing very well in the different spheres of business. This is a very special month to zoom into the role women are playing in driving the economy and leadership in general. Today we feature a mother and daughter team who are in a very male dominated industry. How often do you come across women in the auto body spray sector? Well we are finding out today from them as to how it all started for them and what was the pull factor and how they deal with their male counterparts who may try to be difficult?
GUEST : Lebo Magwa - Managing Director at Auto Salon GUEST : Lucy Magwa – Director at Auto Salon
The ANC in KwaZulu-Natal has refuted allegations by the supporters of eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede that the party is plotting to remove her from her position. Gumede is on leave following her arrest in connection with a 208 - million - rand Durban solid waste tender. The party decided to extend the leave of absence of Gumede and the Newcastle mayor, Ntuthuko Mahlaba who is facing a murder charge. Now municipalities have been in the spot light for many years for all the wrong reasons, but the common factor is that it is more about politics than administration. Is it about time our municipalities are run like business where we introduce CEO’s rather than mayors? Should we rather get rid of mayors and will it be good for business?
GUEST: Dr. Trevor Ngwane – Senior Lecturer in the Department of Sociology and also President of the Sociological Association
Coloured communities are expected to stage a "shutdown" protest In and around Cape Town tomorrow morning to demand government to expedite their housing demands. Residents say the government has paid little to no attention to their plight despite several calls to government.
GUEST: Fadiel Adams, the spokesperson of Gatvol Capetonian
As part of the global celebrations Barbie is honouring Lerato "Lira" Molapo as part of their Shero program which started in 2015. Barbie is celebrating 60 years and when they were selecting their first African continent Shero, our own Lira quickly came to mind.
GUEST: Lerato “Lira” Molapo - South African musician and entertainer
Since 2015, new rights that sought to improve the conditions of employment of contract and labour broker workers came into effect. These new rights were intended to ensure employment security and improved income for these precarious workers. It’s been nearly five years since the legislation came into effect and in today’s show we explore these labour law improvements and assess how effective they’ve actually been.
With us to discuss this we have….
GUEST: Mr Ronald Wesso, Media Co-ordinator of the Casual Workers Advice Office in Germiston
GUEST: Mr Thembinkosi Mkalipi, Chief Director for Labour Relations, at the Department of Labour
Trade union federation Cosatu says they are concerned that if urgent action is not taken, unemployment in the country will continue to escalate. The federation says one of the interventions to address the jobs crisis it has raised at Nedlac includes the amendment of 189 of the Labour Relations Act to make it more difficult for employers to retrench workers. According to the latest Stats SA figures, South Africa's unemployment has reached 29 per cent.
GUEST: Cosatu general secretary, Bheki Ntshalintshali
KwaZulu-Natal ANC Secretary, Mdumiseni Ntuli says the party's provincial executive committee will announce a decision on leaders in the province who are facing serious charges by the middle of next week. Yesterday the party announced that it has extended the leave of absence of both the embattled eThekwini Municipality Mayor, Zandile Gumede and the mayor of Newcastle, Dr Ntuthuko Mahlaba. Gumede is out on 50 000 rand bail on fraud and corruption charges in relation to the 208 million rand Durban Solid Waste tender. For a perspective from her supporters,
GUEST: Mzomuhle Dube – Spokesperson for the Zandile Gumede supporters
Time now for our Global perspective feature, this morning we profile the world's third-largest economy, Japan. The country is a democratic, constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary government headed by a Prime Minister. The country is currently facing bitter trade row between South Korea. This morning we will get to know about Japan's economy, politics, tourism and history. For more this, we are now joined in studio by Ms Akari Watanabe, the Second Secretary of the Embassy of Japan in South Africa... “Ohayo Gozaimasu”, Ms Akari Watanabe (good morning in Japanese)
GUEST : Ms Akari Watanabe, the Second Secretary of the Embassy of Japan in South Africa.
As per usual on a Tuesday we will look at issues on the African continent. This morning the spotlight is on the Horn of Africa, which has been at the centre of global attention and headlines for several decades because of protracted armed conflict, severe food crises and large scale displacement. This morning on the Talking Point we will look at Peace and Stability in the Horn of Africa, its Problems and Prospects and also why are Gulf countries so interested in the region? GUEST: Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as "Spotlight Africa"
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature; Talking Finance with Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients. Brendan is standing in for Bryan Hirsch who is currently away on vacation. This morning we are going to look at some of the biggest mistakes that millennials are making with their money? According to the experts, millennials are procrastinating when it comes to saving and creating a lifestyle focused on spending and as a result, some of them are not adequately financially prepared for emergency expenses. For more, Brendan now joins me in studio
GUEST : Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients
The South African Human Rights Commission say they strongly condemn the attack on law enforcement officials in the Johannesburg CBD. The Commission say Law enforcement officials have a duty to ensure law and order in our communities and that these attacks undermine the constitutional mechanisms that are designed to enhance our social fibre and maintain the rule of law.
GUEST: Angie Makwetla, Commissioner of the South African Human Rights Commission
Time now for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking. This morning we are going to look at the Control of Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Bill, which is up for public comment until the 9th of August. The bill proposes substantial changes, including a ban on smoking in any enclosed public space. To elaborate further on the Bill we are now joined by Savera Kalideen, Executive director of the national council against smoking
GUEST: Savera Kalideen, Executive director of the national council against smoking
The news of the resignation of SA Post Office CEO Mark Barnes was met with shack last week. He cited differences on forward strategy in relation to the structure of the group, in particular the location of Postbank. His resignation comes after that of the CEP’s of Eskom and the SAA. What is going on here is it a question of too much politics in the running of SOE’s or is it the boards that sit over them? Where do we start in diagnosing the problem?
GUEST: Dr. Dale McKinley, Political analyst
Nearly 2 million Muslim pilgrims are gathering in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia for the Hajj. From my understanding this five-day pilgrimage is a once-in-a-lifetime obligation for all Muslims who have the physical and financial ability to undertake the journey. But for clarity on the matter, I am now joined on the line by Moulana Yusuf Bosman, who is a Muslim religious scholar
GUEST: Moulana Yusuf Bosman, who is a Muslim religious scholar
Is there a need for a Liberal Party in South Africa? We are now in conversation with Tony Leon, the Chairman of Resolve Communications who says we need "a liberal party - armed with courage, clarity, self-confidence, vision, and purpose", more than ever, especially this time of demoralisation and peril in our country. This is the core message of the 2019 Liberty Lecture - An Imperfect Fit? South Africa and the Need for a Liberal Party - delivered last week by former Leader of the Opposition and former ambassador Tony Leon. To elaborate further on this, he now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Tony Leon, the Chairman of Resolve Communications and previously served as Leader of the Official Opposition, Parliament of South Africa, and of the Democratic Alliance, and as South African Ambassador to Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay.
Cricket South Africa has parted ways with Proteas coach Ottis Gibson, including his entire management staff. This follows a disastrous showing by the team at the recent Cricket World Cup which was hosted and won by England. The Proteas finished seventh in the competition of the ten teams with only three wins to their name. Cricket enthusiasts have fingered poor tactics for the poor results while many have cited the selection of players as Gibson's downfall in the tournament..
GUEST: Janet Whitton, SABC Deputy Sports Editor
Time now for our regular Friday feature, the Friday Wind Down, this morning we are profiling Mr James Selfe, who is the former federal executive (FedEx) chairman of the Democratic Alliance (DA). James Selfe, who held the position for the past 19 years, recently stepped down from his post to head up the party's governance unit. James's career in the DA, to date, spans over four decades. For more on his life and work, he now joins me from our SABC Sea Point studios in Cape Town…
GUEST: James Selfe, former federal executive (FedEx) chairman of the Democratic Alliance (DA)
Should we distribute condoms in schools? Sex education in school has always sparked heated debates, some say condoms in schools will prevent HIV/Aids and teenage pregnancies, while others say condoms are not 100% effective, which gives a false sense of security, others believe it interferes with family and religious beliefs, that parents should have a say when it comes to contraception.
GUEST: Lisa Draga, who is a constitutional law lecturer at the University of the Western Cape
We continue our discussion on the clash between police and foreign national shop owners and vendors in the Johannesburg CBD. Joining us now is Ngqabutho Mabhena, the Chairman of the Zimbabwe Communist Party.
GUEST: Ngqabutho Mabhena, Chairman of the Zimbabwe Communist Party
Calm has been restored in the Johannesburg CBD following violent clashes between protesters and police. According to reports foreign national shop owners and vendors in the CBD embarked on a violent protest when police wanted to confiscate fake goods they were selling.
GUEST: Herman Mashaba, the Executive Mayor for the City of Johannesburg
The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) is celebrating 20 years since its existence. The first members of the National Lotteries Board were appointed in 1998. This morning we are in conversation with Thabang Charlotte Mampane, National Lotteries Commission Commissioner to talk about what milestones the NLC has achieved...
GUEST: Thabang Charlotte Mampane, National Lotteries Commission Commissioner
Amnesty International says the legacy of racial discrimination in the South African education system is still very prevalent 25 years into freedom. Children from disadvantaged areas and backgrounds still have to contend with inadequate facilities and learning materials, and overcrowded classrooms. Amnesty International says Government must make more of an effort to tackle issues preventing children from receiving quality education. In response to the current challenges facing our education system, Amnesty is launching a new campaign called #SignTheSmileOff. For more on the campaign we are now joined on the line by Amnesty International Executive Director, Shenilla Mohammed...
GUEST: Amnesty International Executive Director Shenilla Mohammed
This morning on our Business feature we are in conversation with one of our regular listeners and caller, from the Eastern Cape, Xolani Qulu. This morning Xolani will tell us more about Magwa Enterprise Tea, which he has been passionately speaking about at times when he calls. Magwa Enterprise Tea ("Magwa") was established by the Eastern Cape Development Corporation on the third of June 2004 to operate the tea estate located in the eastern part of the Eastern Cape (Lusikisiki area). To elaborate further on this,
GUEST: Xolani Qulu, regular Safm caller and listener, who operates in the SME space in Eastern Cape and campaign driver of Magwa Enterprise Tea
To speak now about the history of the station we are now joined on the line by former Safm station manager, Dennis O'Donnell…
GUEST: Dennis O'Donnell, Former Safm station manager
We are now in conversation with Her Majesty's Trade Commissioner for Africa, Emma Wade-Smith, from the UK Department for International Trade, this ahead of the 'Prosperity Games' taking place on the 5th and 6th of August in Cape Town. The event is designed to help address barriers to economic growth and job creation in South Africa and more broadly across Africa. The event also comes at a time when South Africa’s unemployment rate increased to 29 percent in the second quarter from 27-point-six percent in the first quarter.
GUEST: Her Majesty's Trade Commissioner for Africa, Emma Wade-Smith, from the UK Department for International Trade
Are the findings against Public Protector, Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane enough for her to be struck off the advocates' roll? This after two decisions of the Constitutional Court were handed last week, which found that the Public Protector had failed to discharge her functions without fear, favour or prejudice as is demanded by the Constitution as well as the Public Protector's Act. The findings come at a time when questions regarding Mkhwebane's ethical conduct and fitness to hold office, have taken centre stage...
GUEST: Ms Phephelaphi Dube, who is a Constitutional law expert
In a recent report, the National Treasury’s director general, Dondo Mogajane, warned of a fiscal crisis due to the Eskom bailouts. Apparently the treasury needs R120bn to meet its obligations and even though tax revenue collection has improved by 6.8% during the first two months of this year, a continued increase at this level will not be enough. According to National Treasury, the gap in the state’s budget can be filled in two ways by, 1) entering into negotiations with public sector unions to cut salaries by 10% and/or 2) reallocating existing budgeted expenditure. In today’s show we take a closer look at the situation of SA’s fiscal crisis and its likely impact on public sector workers. With us to discuss this we have…
GUEST: Neil Coleman, who is a Senior Researcher at the Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ) and former co-ordinator of Cosatu's parliamentary office
There has been mixed reactions to Sunday’s release of the Presidential Advisory Panel’s report on Land Reform. The report came up with different recommendation on various aspects of land reform. Let’s use this opportunity to get the different views from some of the role players
GUEST: Lenox Mtshagi – President of the Black Farmers Association of South Africa
EFF leader Julius Malema and his party have faced many legal woes this year. Civil rights watchdog AfriForum has managed to get R346 000 from him and his party in legal costs, the party have also lost cases against Old Mutual chairperson Trevor Manuel and Journalist Karima Brown. Afriforum now want the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) to make decisions regarding the prosecution of Malema, in regards to three pending cases against him. The three cases in which Malema is implicated include the corrupt activities of the company On-Point Engineering, Malema's alleged assault of a policeman, as well as firing off shots with an assault rifle.
GUEST: Advocate Gerrie Nel head of AfriForum's private prosecution unit
The South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) has questioned the appointment of Jabu Mabuza as Eskom's Interim Executive Chairperson and the Acting CEO of Eskom Holdings - when the power utility is reportedly due to announce billions of rands in losses. Mabuza's appointment follows the resignation of Phakamani Hadebe. Eskom is to announce its 2018-19 integrated annual financial results at the power utility's Megawatts Park headquarters in Sunninghill, north of Johannesburg this afternoon. SAFTU General Secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi, says Eskom's losses are record-breaking...
GUEST: SAFTU General Secretary, Zwelinzima Vavi
Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients Are you ready to retire? Or still preparing for your retirement? Then this discussion with Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients, is for you. This morning we will look at "Retirement and your Income Options and what is best for you". By now I am sure most of you know that preparing for retirement means ensuring you have enough reliable, lasting source of income. It is imperative that one considers what your income needs are going to be post retirement. For more on this we are now joined in studio by Brendan Gace,
GUEST: Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients
Two struggle veterans have expressed concern about the state of affairs within the ANC. Former Ethics Committee chair Ben Turok told the SABC he was worried about the open factionalism within the ruling party. Former SACP Deputy General Secretary Jeremy Cronin described what is happening in the ANC as akin to a civil war.
GUEST: Jeremy Cronin, Former SACP Deputy General Secretary
IFP Chief Whip Narend Singh says it is up to Parliament to take the decision on how to deal with calls from the Helen Suzman Foundation and others for the removal of Busisiwe Mkhwebane as Public Protector. In a letter to the Speaker, the Foundation makes reference to the Constitutional Court judgment in the matter between the Reserve Bank/ Absa-Bankorp and the Public Protector. Speaker, Thandi Modise still has to respond to the Foundation - which says adverse court rulings have repeatedly brought Mkhwebane's fitness to hold office into question.
GUEST: IFP national spokesperson, MP Mkhuleko Hlengwa
Time now for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking. This morning we are going to look at the role of the Sheriff or Deputy Sheriff of the courts, who must serve or execute all documents issued by our courts BUT I think most of you know them very well, those of you who have seen them knocking at your door.
GUEST: Micheal Walton, Deputy Sheriff of the Courts
We are now in conversation with Gal Lusky, a female helicopter aid-delivering humanitarian. Lusky, who is known as the original Wonder Woman, founded the Israeli Flying Aid (IFA), a non-profit Israeli organization, in 2005. She has headed rescue missions to many areas, including tsunami-hit Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Indonesia, Iraq, Kashmir, and Darfur in Sudan. She now joins me in studio to talk about why she risks her life to help victims of war
GUEST: Gal Lusky, a female helicopter aid-delivering humanitarian and the founder of Israeli Flying Aid
What is the State of Health in South Africa? We are now in conversation with Dr Wezile Chitha, Assistant Dean for Strategic Affairs for the Faculty of Health Sciences at Wits University. This morning we will look at challenges facing the public health sector and how to fix health care. Inequality in the provision of health care in South Africa and how we can bridge that gap and respond to these challenges? We will also look at what universities can do to assist in responding to these challenges?
GUEST: Dr. Wezile Chitha, Assistant Dean for Strategic Affairs for the Faculty of Health Sciences at Wits University
Eskom's former chief executive officer, Matshela Koko has assured Zimbabwe that there will be no loadshedding in the country for the next 12 months. The cash-strapped neighbour, Zimbabwe, which is experiencing a major power crisis, introduced rolling electricity power cuts due to low water levels at the Kariba hydro-power station, as well as the country's crumbling power infrastructure. Matshela Energy, which is fronted by engineer Koko Matshela, will invest millions into a solar power plant in Gwanda, to help curb the rolling blackouts in Zimbabwe.
GUEST: Matshela Koko, Eskom's former chief executive officer
Time now for the highly anticipated regular Friday feature, The Friday Wind Down, where we Interview newsmakers, prominent figures and personalities from across the spectrum. In the spotlight this morning is a lawyer, judge, prosecutor, ordained pastor, academic and the fourth Chief Justice of South Africa since the dawn of democracy, Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng. For more on this life and work, he now joins me in studio. If you have any questions for the Chief Justice, tweet us @SAfmRadio, using the hashtag #MogoengMogoengOnSafm
GUEST: Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng
Yesterday we received a call from Philemon in Veralum; KZN about a school called uMdlothi Primary school which he says was closed as parents are protesting in connection with the appointment of a principal.
GUEST: Kwazi Mshengu, KZN MEC for Education
Business consultancy Deloitte has launched a business school. The Deloitte Alchemy School of Management will offer customized executive education for leaders and executives in government and the private sector. For more on this Initiative, we are now joined on the line by the Founding dean, Dr Martyn Davies, who says it will compete head-on with university and private sector schools.
GUEST: Dr Martyn Davies, Deloitte's managing director of emerging markets and Africa
The United National Transport Union (Untu) and the Federation of Unions of South Africa (Fedusa) holding a one-day strike today. The unions announced that they will shut down commuter train service Prasa in several cities across the country until their grievances are addressed. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Steve Harris, the General Secretary of Untu
GUEST: Steve Harris, the General Secretary of the United National Transport Union (Untu)
With the emergence of artificial intelligence and automation, up-skilling with sought-after hard skills is probably the best way to ensure job retention. The world is so agile that the future of work will require specific knowledge and skills. This morning we are in conversation with Zipho Majova, who is a Public Policy Honours graduate from the University of Cape Town, about why degrees in this day and age are not enough and millennials should consider doing short courses…
GUEST: Zipho Majova, who is a Public Policy Honours graduate from the University Of Cape Town
Normally when one speaks about trust issues, it usually has to do with love relationships. But interestingly, where does trust fit in when it comes to entrepreneurship? Vanessa Bluen is MD of The Consultant Powerhouse, a company that works with corporates and SME’s. She penned an opinion piece where she says that “Trust is a powerful asset and an important currency that entrepreneurs should work at building with their prospective and existing customers from the outset. As their businesses grow, trust with suppliers, employees and other partners must also be developed.” She now joins us on the line to elaborate on the issue…
GUEST: Vanessa Bluen, Managing Director of the Consultant Powerhouse, a company that works with corporates and SME’s
ANC national executive committee member and former tourism minister Derek Hanekom has confirmed that he met with EFF secretary-general Godrich Gardee several times to discuss "ways to oust" the then president, Jacob Zuma. Meanwhile, ANC secretary general Ace Magashule says Hanekom is on a mission to divide the party …
GUEST: Professor Ben Turok, the director of the Institute for African Alternatives and a former ANC MP
As Boris Johnson becomes Prime Minister, we look at this means for Brexit and how it also changes the face of British politics. What does it mean for Africa and how should the world embrace his Prime Ministership?
Guest: Sanusha Naidu - Senior Research Associate Based with the Institute for Global Dialogue
Over the years, this show has focused on the crisis at Eskom and its impact on working class people. Over the years the state owned electricity generating entity has ensured power outages or “load-shedding” impacting on the economy and our daily lives, steep increases in the price of electricity and lately it seems, also threats to Eskom workers’ job security. In today’s show we focus on the latest developments in the context of the government’s “New dawn” and implications for Eskom workers and working class communities. With us to discuss this we have
GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi, Numsa Spokesperson GUEST: Sandra Van Niekerk, senior researcher from the Alternative Information and Development Centre (AIDC
"Why don't you talk about Johan Rupert? Why don't you talk about the Stellenbosch mafia?" - These are just some of the concerns you have raised as listeners. So this morning we will deal with those concerns as we host News24's Assistant Editor, Pieter du Toit about his new book titled: "The Stellenbosch Mafia: Inside the Billionaire's Club ." The book delves deep into Stellenbosch, its history, Afrikaner nationalism, old money and rugby.
GUEST: Pieter du Toit, News24's Assistant Editor
As the South African Defence Force descended on the gang ridden communities in the Western Cape, politicians used it as a point scoring game. However the communities on the ground are happy at the arrival of the army. For a perspective on this and to also understand what it means to deploy the military for such mission, we are joined on the line by…
GUEST: Helmoed Heitman – Independent Defence Analyst
Today in history...When her underground cell was arrested and detained, Phyllis Naidoo escaped to Lesotho along a new route established by Omar Badsha, Richard (Rick) Turner and others. In Lesotho she joined the African National Congress (ANC) and was involved in providing for children who had left South Africa, assisting members of the South African Communist Party (SACP) and ANC to escape from South Africa, and supporting them in Lesotho. She returned to South Africa in 1990. This morning on the Talking Point we will look at the roles Indians played in South Africa's struggle for liberation...
GUEST: Omar Badsha - Who is the Ceo and Founder of South African History
The Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan will be in the High Court in Pretoria today over the Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane's report on the rogue unit at the South Africa Revenue Service. Gordhan wants the court to suspend the remedial action contained in the report until a judicial review has been completed. He has denied that the intelligence team set up investigate tax evasion was a rogue unit. In a report released last week Mkhwebane found that the establishment of the unit was unlawful and that Gordhan who was SARS commissioner at the time had violated the constitution. She also gave President Cyril Ramaphosa 30 days to take action against Gordhan for violating the constitution and the executive ethics code.
GUEST: Maluti Obuseng, SABC reporter
What are your rights when stopped or arrested by a Traffic Officer in South Africa? Many of you may recall a viral video of a woman being restrained by a male JMPD officer. The video, which was widely shared on social media, was taken at the Douglasdale police station several weeks ago. The video shows a woman who had allegedly failed a breathalyzer test which led to her arrest by the JMPD. The video raised questions about the protocol of drunken driving enforcement and how prosecution of drunken drivers’ work, so this morning on our Legally Speaking feature we will look at what your rights and responsibilities are as a motorist in South Africa
GUEST: Howard Dembovsky, chair of the Justice Project South Africa
Last week Friday was a day dominated by major political stories with former president Jacob Zuma deciding to withdraw from the commission of inquiry in state capture. While that was happening, the Public Protector ruled against the current president Cyril Ramaphosa that he misled parliament over a R500 000 donations for his election campaign. Since both leaders are high ranking members of the ANC, where does it leave the party when it comes to issues of factionalism? And since Ramaphosa is a sitting president, where does it leave us as a nation?
GUEST: Xolani Dube - senior researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development in KZN
South African economists are expecting the Reserve Bank to cut repo rate by 25 basis points. But why is the repo rate so significant to us as ordinary citizens? To answer this and more, we our now Joined on in studio by our SABC Senior Economics reporter, Tshepo Mongoai, to give us the latest economic outlook in the country
GUEST: SABC Senior Economics reporter, Tshepo Mongoai
One of the biggest tests of the administration of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed since coming to power in April last year was the question of Sidama, a zonal administration under the Southern Regional State which is opting for establishing itself separate regional state. Sidama is currently part of the multi-ethnic Southern Nations, Nationalities, and People's Region, which is represented in the country's ruling coalition by the Southern Ethiopian People's Democratic Movement. The Sidama, who make up about 5 percent of Ethiopia's 105 million people and are the largest of more than half a dozen ethnic groups in the Southern Nations region, say they will declare their own region today (18/07/2019) unless granted a referendum. This morning we are in conversation with Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as Spotlight on Africa. He says we could witness a similar situation here in South Africa…
GUEST: Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as Spotlight on Africa
The Umkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans Association (MKMVA) national council say former president Jacob Zuma is a liar, this follows Zuma's allegations against the MKMVA's national chairperson, Siphiwe Nyanda, and Ngoako Ramatlhodi. Earlier on I spoke to ANC Veterans League president, Snuki Zikalala about the allegations Zuma made the state capture inquiry..
Tensions flared on former President Jacob Zuma's second day on the stand in the State Capture Inquiry. Zuma's lawyer, Thabani Masuku, raised concerns over what he said was the way in which Commission's evidence leader, Paul Pretorius, was questioning his client. Masuku says that the current process of cross-examining the former President is in breach of the Commission's rules…
GUEST: Ms Phephelaphi Dube, who is an Independent Constitutional law expert
The Freedom Front Plus has welcomed the Independent Electoral Commission's decision to deregister Black First Land First as a political party. The IEC today ruled in favour of an appeal lodged by the Freedom Front Plus that the BLFs exclusion of membership based on race was contrary to the Electoral Act. The Commission had originally approved the BLF's 2016 registration on the basis that its constitution did not exclude white people from the party's membership. In a statement, the IEC says subsequent admissions by the BLF in its response to the appeal have however clarified Black First Land First’s exclusionary policy...
GUEST: BLF leader, Andile Mngxitama
Former president Jacob Zuma says he has been provoked into spilling the beans about intelligence information that he has. Yesterday he told the State Capture Inquiry that there were numerous efforts over the years to assassinate his character. Meanwhile, Zuma claims that his children have suffered greatly as a result of the lies told about their father. He says numerous efforts over the years to assassinate his character have affected his children's livelihood…
GUEST: Edward Zuma, the son of former president Jacob Zuma
Last week many of our Safm listeners who use prepaid electricity complained about the rising costs if electricity in the country. Some of you complained about how you do not get value for your money when purchasing electricity vouchers. So we have invited an Eskom representative to give us comprehensive information about how prepaid electricity works, and we will also look at Illegal Connections and Ghost Vending, which has proven costly and problematic for Power utility Eskom
GUEST: Daphne Mokwena, Senior manager for Customer Services at Eskom
Former president Jacob Zuma is set to appear before the Zondo commission of inquiry into state capture this morning. The commission recently confirmed that it had received a written undertaking from Zuma through his attorneys that he will appear before it from this morning until July the 19th. Loyalists to Jacob Zuma are reportedly mobilizing in their numbers and have gathered outside the venue where the commission sits in Parktown, Johannesburg…
GUEST: Mzwandile Mbeje, SABC Senior reporter
Former Sunday Times journalist, Piet Rampedi has accused several of his former colleagues of being involved in what he terms as a cabal to prevent him from writing and further exposing the so called 'Rogue Unit at SARS. Rampedi resigned after the publication retracted its reports on the so-called Sars "rogue unit" in 2015. Rampedi, who is currently an Investigations Editor at Independent Media as well as editor at African Times, claims his former colleagues are conniving against him for exposing the rogue unit…
GUEST: Piet Rampedi, Investigations Editor at Independent Media as well as editor at African Times
Time now for our regular popular Friday feature: The Friday Wind Down, in the spotlight today is former IEC chairperson, Advocate Pansy Tlakula. Currently Advocate Tlakula is the chairperson of South Africa's Information Regulator, a body that is responsible for monitoring and enforcing compliance and handling complaints related to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI). Advocate Tlakula has also occupied leadership positions in independent constitutional bodies nationally and on the African continent. For more on her life, work and Journey, she now joins me in our Auckland Park studios...
GUEST : Advocate Pansy Tlakula, chairperson of South Africa's Information Regulator and former IEC chairperson
The collapse of retailer Steinhoff has been South Africa's biggest corporate crash to date. It's also been one of the most scandalous involving claims of fraud, racehorses and a mistress. In 2017 the group was worth R193 billion and in Just 24 hours later that year, 60 percent of that value had been wiped out. Now the company is hardly a shadow of its former self. This morning we are in conversation with James-Brent Styan, the author of "Steinhoff: Inside South Africa's biggest corporate crash", to look at how the Steinhoff Empire which took 50 years to build, crumbled overnight. James-Brent Styan joins us now from our SABC Sea Point studios in Cape Town..
GUEST: James-Brent Styan - The author of "Steinhoff: Inside South Africa's biggest corporate crash"
Mineral Resources and Energy Minister, Gwede Mantashe says the country's stable and predictable mining policies and regulatory framework have resulted in positive spin-offs for the industry. Mantashe was delivering his department's budget vote speech in Parliament yesterday. He says despite the decline in mining in the first quarter of the year due to load shedding, electricity prices and a five month long strike in the gold sector new jobs have been created in the industry.
GUEST: Ms Bavelile Hlongwa, Deputy Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy
Uber and Bolt (formerly known as Taxify) have competition, this as Business man, Kenny Kunene has entered the e-hailing taxi industry. Kenny says he started the business to empower our drivers to be their own boss. Kunene's service, called Yookoo Rides intends to compete with some of the big companies in the world of high-tech transport.
GUEST: Kenny Kunene, who is a businessman
Lobby group, Afri-Forum, has called on the NPA to hasten its prosecutorial decisions on cases of EFF leader Julius Malema. Afri-Forum has highlighted three cases in which Malema is alleged to have contravened the law. They include allegations of firing shots at the EFF's fifth anniversary celebrations rally in the Eastern Cape, fraud and tender-related corruption in Limpopo and assault of a police officer in April last year.
GUEST: AfriForum CEO, Kallie Kriel
Ekurhuleni Mayor Mzwandile Masina says there was nothing wrong in the granting of a one-point-nine billion tender to put up portable toilets in informal settlements. The amaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism earlier alleged that it was a jobs for pals scheme with 16 companies being offered the tender. Masina says the tender was about increasing the number of temporary toilets from nine-thousand to 39-thousand units in the Metro's 119 informal settlements. Masina was not yet mayor when the tender was awarded but says he couldn't find anything wrong with the process
GUEST: Mzwandile Masina, the Executive Mayor of Ekurhuleni
Nigeria, one of Africa's largest economies has finally joined the Africa Free Trade Zone. The West African country was one of the last countries that had not committed to signing the deal. Meanwhile, Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has asked South Africa to continue supplying electricity to his country. He made the plea to President Cyril Ramaphosa on the sidelines of the AU Summit in Niger. Zimbabwe owes Eskom millions of rand in electricity. Plus all the countries making up the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have agreed to join hands in forming a single currency for the region by the year 2020.This morning we are in conversation with Victor Kgomoeswana, who is the author of "Africa is Open for Business", a consultant and a public speaker on African business affairs to give us an overview of the latest economic outlook for the African continent…
GUEST: Victor Kgomoeswana, who is the author of “Africa is Open for Business”, a consultant and a public speaker on African business affairs.
Time now for our regular Wednsday feature, Water is Life. This morning we are in conversation with the Overberg Waterboard in the Western Cape. Overberg Water distributes water to the surrounding and rural areas of Cape Agulhas, Theewaterskloof and Swellendam. It has three (3) water treatment schemes with twenty-two (22) reservoirs which are located strategically across the Overberg region. For more we are now joined on the line by Mr Phakamani Buthelezi, CEO of Overberg Waterboard...
GUEST: Mr Phakamani Buthelezi, CEO of Overberg Waterboard
South Africa's rate of unemployment is at 40% in terms of the expanded definition and job-losses due to company retrenchments are continuing. South Africa is also reputed to have the highest level of inequality in the world. While the government has continued to fail to deliver on promises of job-creation, many unemployed people are creatively surviving and ensuring their own livelihoods while simultaneously contributing to a cleaner environment. One such group is the growing number of waste-pickers. With us to discuss this we have…
GUEST: Musa Chamane, who is a waste campaigner from the NGO Groundwork based in Pietermaritzburg GUEST: Maditlhare Koena, Western Cape provincial co-ordinator for the South African Waste Pickers Association
The Director of Accountability Now, Advocate Paul Hoffman, has questioned former chief of state protocol Bruce Koloane's promotion as the Ambassador to the Netherlands, this after Koloane pleaded guilty to the contravention of the military defence code for approving the Gupta plane landing at Waterkloof Air force Base. Yesterday the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture also heard how Bruce Koloane continued to assist the Gupta family in their businesses in his capacity as ambassador to the Netherlands
GUEST: Advocate Paul Hoffman, a Director of Accountability Now
Opposition parties in KwaZulu-Natal have called on the ANC to take decisive action on the on-going stalemate between the party and its members over the issue of eThekwini mayor Zandile Gumede. The eThekwini mayor leave of absence is expected to end today - however the ANC remains tight lipped on whether she will be back to her office tomorrow or not. The ANC provincial leadership had instructed Gumede to take a leave of absence after she was arrested for fraud and corruption in relation to a 208-million-rand waste removal tender. Gumede's supporters have threatened to return to the streets if she does not go back to her office tomorrow.
GUEST: Mdumiseni Ntuli, ANC KZN provincial secretary
GUEST: Mbali Ntuli, DA KZN spokesperson on co-operative governance and traditional affairs (Cogta)
The 2019/20 Science and Technology Budget will be presented by newly appointed Minister, Dr Blade Nzimande. The Department was merged with the department of Higher Education and Training in the 6th Administration. For more, Minister Dr Blade Nzimande now joins me here at the Iziko Museum, In Cape Town.
GUEST: Dr Blade Nzimande, Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the live from Iziko Museum, In Cape Town, where the Department of Science and Innovation is showcasing a number of impressive projects and initiatives, giving a clear and practical perspective on how science, technology and innovation play a role in our society. Now the Hermanus Magnetic Observatory forms part of the South African National Space Agency (SANSA), which has been developing capabilities in space weather monitoring at SANSA's Hermanus facility, providing space weather data for research purposes. This facility of SANSA which is an entity of the Department of Science and Technology was recently designated by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) as one of two regional centres around the world that will monitor space weather for the global aviation sector, providing crucial safety-related services such as solar storm forecasts and warnings. To elaborate further on this, I am joined by Ms Mpho Tshisapungo, who is one of the space weather practitioners at the facility....
From space weather to the taxi industry. The Department of Science and Technology's work integrates both natural and social sciences. This is illustrated by the Department's support for the Quicloc8 initiative. The technology company is proudly owned by a young black entrepreneur,
Guest: Tshimangadzo Matamba Space weather researcher at the Space Weather Centre
Should we fully decriminalize sex work in South Africa? Currently, South Africa fully criminalizes sex work, for both buyers and sellers. It is estimated that around 150,000 women in South Africa are involved in prostitution, although some estimates put this figure much higher. This morning we are in conversation with Micky Meji, Leader and founder of the sex-trade survivor movement Kwanele, who is of the view that the full decriminalization of prostitution will not make the sex trade safe
GUEST: Micky Meji, Leader and founder of the sex-trade survivor movement Kwanele
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot; Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch. This morning we will look at the Importance of saving as Savings Month is in July each year and the objectives of this month is to promote debate around key aspects of saving. This morning we are going to discuss how we teach the next generation to fish…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Good morning, I am your host Ms Shadow Twala, standing in for Bongi Gwala. This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the live from Iziko Museum, In Cape Town, where the Department of Science and Innovation is showcasing a number of impressive projects and initiatives, giving a clear and practical perspective on how science, technology and innovation play a role in our society. This morning's broadcast presents the Department with the opportunity to communicate its work to a wide range of stakeholders, indicating how science, technology and innovation (STI) contribute to the national priorities, including addressing poverty, inequality and unemployment. For more on this, I am now joined by Dr Phil Mjwara, the Director General of the Department of Science and Technology (DST)...
guest name Susan Glanville-Zini, Director for Research and Exhibition at the Iziko Museum
Good morning, I am your host Ms Shadow Twala, standing in for Bongi Gwala. This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the live from Iziko Museum, In Cape Town, where the Department of Science and Innovation is showcasing a number of impressive projects and initiatives, giving a clear and practical perspective on how science, technology and innovation play a role in our society. This morning's broadcast presents the Department with the opportunity to communicate its work to a wide range of stakeholders, indicating how science, technology and innovation (STI) contribute to the national priorities, including addressing poverty, inequality and unemployment. For more on this, I am now joined by Dr Phil Mjwara, the Director General of the Department of Science and Technology (DST)...
GUEST: Dr Phil Mjwara, the Director General of the Department of Science and Technology (DST)
Time now for our Monday feature, Legally Speaking. This morning we will look at rape law procedures in South Africa, the legal procedures when reporting a rape or sexual assault to the police, how rape cases are prosecuted.
GUEST: Tshepo Seloane, who is a Criminal Lawyer.
We now look at the launch of the Financial and Fiscal Commission's (FFC) 2020/21 Division of Revenue Recommendations themed "Repositioning Local Government Public Finances", which takes place during a period of negative economic growth, increasing levels of poverty and inequality, with consequential severe distress to households. The following challenges have a huge impact on the revenue-raising and spending capacity of municipalities to comprehensively deliver on their constitutional and other legislative mandates. The launch of the Financial and Fiscal Commission also comes in the wake of the release of the Auditor-General's Report, which provided comprehensive and shocking audit outcome results of 257 audited municipalities, showing that 63 regressed and 22 improved. Only 8% received a clean audit. From the Commission's perspective, these audit outcomes on municipalities reaffirm that the integrity of public finances and the importance of the local fiscal government framework must indeed be restored.
GUEST: Professor Daniel Plaatjies, Chair of the Financial and Fiscal Commission (FFC)
: Rwanda has surpassed South Africa as an investment destination on the African continent. It has rocketed past South Africa in the Economic Freedom of the World (EFW) annual report, to fill second position on the continent after Mauritius. This has led to that country being consistently one of the top five fastest growing economies in the world. This morning we are in conversation with Mpiyakhe Dhlamini, who is a data science researcher at the Free Market Foundation, who says economic freedom correlates strongly with economic growth. We will speak to Mpiyakhe Dhlamini about the Importance of economic freedom
GUEST: Mpiyakhe Dhlamini, who is a data science researcher at the Free Market Foundation
: Mpumalanga premier Refilwe Mtsweni -Tsipane says the province has measures in place to address the challenges facing the province, in particular youth unemployment. Premier Mtsweni -Tsipane says her government has launched a Youth Development Fund worth R250 million over a period of five years. Earlier on I spoke to Premier Refilwe Mtsweni-Tsipane about what was at the heart of her State of the Province Address over the weekend…
GUEST: Mpumalanga Premier, Ms Refilwe Mtsweni -Tsipane
Time now for our regular Friday feature the Friday Wind Down, today the spotlight is on former electoral commission chairperson, Dr Brigalia Bam. Apart from her distinguished contribution to the upliftment of women and to democracy-building in South Africa, Dr Bam has also held various posts throughout the world. She was the Africa Regional Secretary and Co-ordinator of the Women's Workers' Programme for the International Food and Allied Workers Association based in Geneva. She has co-ordinated the World Young Men's Christian Associations International Training Institute and Programme, as well as its affiliate, the Development for Human Rights. She was also Executive Programme Secretary for the Women's Department of the World Council of Churches. Dr. Brigalia Bam now joins us live in studio to shares some stories of her upbringing, work and life...
GUEST: Dr Brigalia Bam, former electoral commission chairperson
Sudan's military leaders have reached an agreement with the opposition alliance to share power before holding elections. The two sides have agreed to rotate control of the sovereign council - the top tier of power where both want a majority. Reports say news of the agreement has sparked frenzied street celebrations. Sudan has been in turmoil since the military ousted President Omar al-Bashir in April.
GUEST: Sabir Ebrahim, a Representative of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement, here in South Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has applauded the signing of an agreement to establish a statutory National Legislative Reform Authority in Lesotho. The Lesotho government and its opposition signed the agreement yesterday - to open Parliament to legislative reforms. While the agreement is being hailed a bold step to stabilize the political tensions there, the opposition is not making guarantees about the motion of no confidence in Prime Minister, Tom Thabane. Ramaphosa addressed the media during his working visit to the country - in his capacity as Southern African Development Community facilitator for Lesotho...
GUEST: Tlohang Letsie, Senior lecturer of political administration studies at the University of Lesotho
As per our promise yesterday; this morning we will continue our discussion on the Johannesburg High Court ruling in favour of the National Credit Regulator (NCR) against Standard Bank on debt settlement. The ruling prevents Standard Bank from deducting money from its customer's accounts to settle debts without their permission.
GUEST: Nthupang Magolego- Senior Legal Adviser at the National Credit Regulator (NCR)
Anti-fracking organisation, the Treasure Karoo Action Group (TKAG), has welcomed yesterday's ruling by the Supreme Court of Appeal - which found that Ministers of Mineral Resources do not have the power to make regulations for petroleum exploration and production. The regulations governed the exploration and production of petroleum - including shale gas through the use of hydraulic fracturing, or fracking. Fracking is the process whereby a liquid is injected at high pressure into rocks below the earth's surface - forcing open crevices to extract gas or oil. Civil rights organisation, AfriForum, and TKAG have now succeeded in their appeal to aside the regulation, as promulgated in 2015, which allows for fracking in South Africa.
GUEST: Jonathan Deal, CEO of the Treasure the Karoo Action Group
The National Association of Democratic Lawyers (Nadel) say the four commissions investigating allegations of corruption and state capture need to be broadened and not targeted at a few individuals. Nadel says there seems to be perceptions that the State Capture inquiry, the SARS commission, the Public Investment Corporation, PIC commission and the NPA commission are going after what they term “soft targets”. To elaborate further on this we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Mvuzo Notyesi, President of the National Association of Democratic Lawyers (Nadel)
The South Africa Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is launching an investigation into the morality of a by-law in the City of Cape Town that compels homeless people to be fined for sleeping on pavements or erecting illegal structures. The City has begun issuing fines to the homeless community for obstructing pavements and erecting shelters in undesignated areas. The fines range from 300-rand to 1500-rand…
GUEST: Chris Nissen, the Human Rights Commissioner in the Western Cape
The SABC workers' union BEMAWU is demanding answers related to the conditions the public broadcaster must meet before it can receive a bailout. Previously it emerged that one of the conditions would be staff retrenchments. However BEMAWU and other unions are opposed to any retrenchment of workers. BEMAWU has denied suggestions that the SABC is over-staffed. Yesterday Communications Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams told Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Communications that National Treasury had rejected the SABC's turnaround strategy. The SABC needs a three-point-two-billion-rand government guarantee to get it out of its financial difficulties. BEMAWU president Hannes du Buisson says they will write a letter today to all stakeholders to seek clarity on the bailout conditions
GUEST: Dr. Craig van Rooyen, the acting chief operations officer of the SABC
In a time of increased retrenchments and many young innovative entrepreneurs having doors shut on them - 10xe (an accelerator organization) say they have the solution to this. How are we upskilling entrepreneurs to ensure that they can create jobs for others? How do we accelerate entrepreneurs in times of increasing numbers on retrenchments?
GUEST: S'onqoba Vuba - COO of 10xe (an accelerator organization)
We recently launched a new feature “Water is Life”. We did so cognizant of the fact that South Africa is a water scarce country and guided by research on the ever so present threat of global warming. This feature therefore looks at the role of water boards in water collection, preservation and distribution. We also look at service delivery at these water utilities - their ability to connect South Africans to piped water, prevent water wastage, and provide clean water as well as management. Today we look at Sedibeng water in Mmabatho in the North-West.
GUEST: Mr Mpheteng Patrick Mokubung, Acting Chief Operations Officer at Sedibeng Water
This week we look at the compensation that workers can expect when they are injured or pick up a disease as a result of conditions at workplaces. Central to determining compensation for workers affected by injuries at work or work related diseases is a piece of legislation known as the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act or simply COIDA. In this show we will learn more about this legislation and its importance.
Guest: Vuyo Mafata - The Compensation Fund Commissioner Dr Sophia Kisting - Occupational Injuries, diseases and compensation expert and consultant
As the Tax Season commences, the South African Revenue Service has again outlined the requirements for those who should submit their tax returns. This after the tax return threshold was increased from 350-thousand to 500-thousand rand - meaning those who earn less than half a million Rand a year will not be required to submit tax returns. Meanwhile EFF leader Julius Malema has reiterated his claim that SARS Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter, was not appointed appropriately - regardless of the court's ruling in favour of Former Finance Minister, Trevor Manuel. Last month, the EFF lost an appeal bid on a defamation case brought against them by Manuel - who sued the party for alleging that he was a business associate and relation of Kieswetter. Kieswetter, who was the previous deputy commissioner of SARS, took over from May the first, for a term of five years.
GUEST: Edward Kieswetter, Commissioner of the South African Revenue Services (SARS)
: The health sector in South Africa has faced many challenges in the past years. Some years have better than others and there is constant improvement as time goes but challenges still arise. Challenges such as oncology issues, shortage of ARV’S, waiting times, shortage of staff, and shortage of ambulances and more. While speaking at the State of the Province Address (SOPA) on Monday Gauteng Premier, David Makhura said “Hospitals are becoming mortuaries instead of being sanctuaries for saving lives.” How do we ensure that hospitals are safe havens? Today we also ask, what are the challenges faced by the health sector and how are we dealing with them?
Guest: Dr Yogan Pillay - Deputy Director-General at the National Department of Health
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot the Global Perspective, today's destination is the country of the Turkey. Officially the Republic of Turkey, it is a transcontinental country located mainly in Western Asia, with a smaller portion on the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe. Straddling the continents of Europe and Asia, Turkey's strategically important location has given it major influence in the region - and control over the entrance to the Black Sea. Progress towards democracy and a market economy was halting after Ataturk's death in 1938, and the army - seeing itself as guarantor of the constitution - repeatedly ousted governments seen as challenging secular values.
GUEST: Her Excellency Ambassador, Elif Çomoğlu Ülgen, the Turkish Ambassador to South Africa
South Africa's Power utility, Eskom, says it has not received any payment from its cash-strapped neighbour, Zimbabwe, which is experiencing a major power crisis. The country's state-owned power utility owes Eskom more than 40-Million U.S dollars for electricity borrowed over the years. Last month the country has introduced rolling electricity power cuts known as "load-shedding" due to low water levels at the Kariba hydro-power station, as well as the country's crumbling power infrastructure. The power cuts have stoked mounting public anger against President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government as Zimbabweans grapple with an economic crisis.
GUEST: Zimbabwean economist, Michelina Chindiya
Thirty three parliamentary committee chairpersons are expected to be elected today. This comes as the National Assembly's Portfolio and standing committees will officially be established starting with election of chairpersons. Meanwhile the DA says they will object ANC candidates to chair parliamentary committees by laying formal complaints with Parliament's Ethics Committee
GUEST: Moloto Mothapo, who is the spokesperson of Parliament
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot; Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch. This morning we will look at issues around retirement and try to answer the following questions: Why are people unable to retire? Why are those who have retired, are struggling? What can South Africans do, in order for them to retire financially secure?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Supporters of former president Jacob Zuma will travel from KwaZulu Natal to Park town Johannesburg, to show support to when Zuma appears before the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture. The commission last month asked Zuma to appear before it from July the 15th to the 19th. This after Zuma was mentioned in statements and testimonies of various witnesses.
GUEST: Carl Niehaus, Spokesperson for the Umkhonto weSizwe Military Veterans Association (MKMVA)
We are now in conversation with the Minister in the Presidency, Jackson Mthembu about the commitment to achieving the status of a developmental state as envisioned in our National Development Plan (NDP) Vision 2030. We will also speak about overcoming corruption, the lack of accountability and how to improve financial and performance management and audit outcomes for all levels of government.
GUEST: Jackson Mthembu, Minister in the Presidency
Time now for our Legally Speaking feature, this morning we will look at Legal Issues in Procurement and try to get a thorough understanding of the legal framework and how it can impact day-to-day procurement. We will explore legal issues around contract law not just for lawyers, checking supplier terms and conditions, as most procurement professionals are required to understand the nature and purpose of contracts and what constitutes a legally binding obligation. We will also examine common challenges in procurement, Issues of non-payment after a service has been rendered and also the legal recourse one has if a tender has been awarded illegally. To answer these questions we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Thekiso Maodi, who is a director at Gildenhuys Malatji Incorporated's Public law and Commercial Litigation and Employment Law Departments.
Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has accused President Cyril Ramaphosa of failing to uphold the constitution, citing that Ramaphosa has breached the supreme law by not complying with her office's remedial action from a probe involving public enterprises minister Pravin Gordhan. But why is she insisting on president Ramaphosa to take action on Pravin Gordhan when Minister Gordhan has taken her findings on review?
GUEST: Lawson Naidoo, Who is the Executive Secretary of the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC)
There has been widespread assertion that the world would be better off without religion. Some have claimed that throughout history, the root cause of many wars has been disagreement over religion. Nations throughout the centuries have been torn apart by religious debate and it is still happening now. Some skeptics say without religion, there would have been no 9/11 and no holocaust or millions of deaths could have been prevented in a religion free society. Others who are for religion say religion is good for giving people answers to things that science cannot answer or explain. Religion calms people down and gives them a sense of hope. On the Talking Point we are asking you this morning: Would humans be better off without religion?
GUEST: Jamie Mighti, who is a political analyst
A shocking video has emerged of several men attacking a patient at South Rand Hospital, in Rosettenville, Johannesburg. The video, which has since gone viral, was posted by Twitter user @jemina86217423, who says securities ran away during the incident and that when police eventually arrived they were nonchalant about the matter. Jemina further goes on to say that "this is why doctors and nurses are leaving the country".
GUEST: Jack Bloom, the DA's shadow member of the executive committee for health in Gauteng
Time now for our Friday Wind Down feature, where we profile high achievers in their respective fields. This morning we are in conversation with the former Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Advocate Michael Masutha, who says he is a happy pensioner. Advocate Masutha served as Minister of Justice and Correctional Services from 2014 until 2019. He has been a Member of Parliament since 1999. Advocate Masutha who was born with a visual impairment also a well-known activist for people living with disabilities, he has held membership of various organisations for disabled people such as Disabled People of South Africa (DPSA). For more on this life, he now joins me in our Auckland Park studios...
GUEST: Advocate Michael Masutha, the former Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
The South African delegation attending the G20 Summit which kicks off today in Osaka Japan is expected to discuss issues that affect South Africa and address the country's needs. This is according to National Treasury Director General, Dondo Mogajane. Mogajane says matters relating to trade tensions, debt sustainability, inequality and investment will top the agenda at the conference. So what is the G20 summit, and what do world leaders talk about? And what does it entail for South Africa as a country?
GUEST: Dr. Martyn Davies, Managing Director, Emerging Markets and Africa, at Deloitte (for 5 minutes)
GUEST: Dr Khulu Mbatha, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s advisor on International Relations
State-owned arms manufacturer Denel received a loan to pay its staff their full salaries this month, giving the company a short-term reprieve from its financial woes. Most of agree that South Africa's state-owned enterprises (SOEs) are in a dire state and in urgent need of funds. BUT those constant government bailouts have not helped the situation to date and government is also running out of options for funding sources, as SOEs are constantly in need of bailouts. When private funders loan money to companies like Denel, do they provide finance without factoring in the governance and decision-making of the SOEs? What vested interest or benefits would a donor have in giving a loan to a company such as Denel? And what are the dangers of such loans?
GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley, who is an Independent Political Analyst
We are now in conversation with Sindiso Mnisi Weeks, an Assistant Professor, at School for Global Inclusion and Social Development, at the University of Massachusetts Boston in America, who says "South Africa still has a long way to go to settle traditional leadership challenges". This after rural activists marched to the government's headquarters in Pretoria to protest against the Traditional and Khoi-San Leadership Bill awaiting signature by President Cyril Ramaphosa, and the Traditional Courts Bill which has been passed by the National Assembly and is now before the National Council of Provinces. They say the pending laws reduce their constitutional rights.
GUEST: Sindiso Mnisi Weeks, an Assistant Professor, at School for Global Inclusion and Social Development, at the University of Massachusetts Boston in America
Integration of young people into key strategic leadership roles is essential for sustainable economic South Africa. Today’s youth are tomorrow leaders and preparing them for the future is critical. Today on The Talking Point we ask, how do we groom today’s youth to be tomorrow leaders?
GUEST: Dudu Msomi – CEO of Busara Leadership Contacts
This feature therefore looks at the role of water boards in water collection, preservation and distribution. We also look at service delivery at these water utilities - their ability to connect South Africans to piped water, prevent water wastage, and provide clean water as well as management.
GUEST: Vuyo Zitumane - CEO of Amatola Water
Following 54 hours of maintenance work, Rand Water is satisfied that all operations have been completed but urged residents to continue using water sparingly. To give us an update on this, we are now joined by Acting General Manager Operations at Rand Water Mr Eddie Singo.
Guest: Mr Eddie Singo - Acting General Manager Operations at Rand Water.
What could help young people find jobs in South Africa? We are now in conversation with Professor Leila Patel, a Professor of Social Development Studies, at the University of Johannesburg, who with a team of other experts conducted research to assess what features of youth employability programmes worked well in helping young people find work.
GUEST: Professor Lauren Graham, an Associate professor at the Centre for Social Development in Africa, at the University of Johannesburg
Women face still many challenges in South Africa. These challenges relate to voice and representation of women in society in general. Today we specifically look at the economic challenges. What are really the tough economic conversations that women are participating in? What opportunities exist for South African women to be a key stimulant in economic growth?
GUEST (In Studio): Rehema Isa, Founder of Hadithi Media and Strategist GUEST: Lebo Biko
Education expenditure ranks amongst the highest cost items of the state’s annual budget. Yet South Africa’s return on this huge investment has been poor and the education system is regarded as being in a constant crisis. The country’s levels of achievement in all areas of education, primarily mathematics, science and reading and writing are poor. At the same time the country is said to be experiencing a skills crisis, not having the requisite skills available within the labour market to meet the needs of the economy. This, despite youth unemployment being well over 50% and the highest in the world, and all this in a context of a looming 4th Industrial revolution.
With us to discuss this we have…
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GUEST: Professor Salim Vally, from the Centre for Education Research and Transformation (CERT) at the University of Johannesburg
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GUEST: Ms Noncedo Madubedube, General Secretary of Equal Education
Workers union, the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) has threatened to haul state arms manufacturer, Denel to the courts. Denel notified its employees that they would not receive their full salaries this month. In an internal memorandum leaked to the media, the company says employees will only receive 85 per cent of their salaries today and the balance will be paid in a week's time.
GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, Numsa's national spokesperson
We are now in conversation with Ms. Catrina Bonus, Deputy Chief, of the Uniformed Division for the United States Secret Service - the first female to achieve this rank. Prior to this, Ms Bonus has held many leadership positions in the White House Branch, Foreign Missions Branch, the Naval Observatory Branch, and Special Operations Division - Magnetometer Operations Office and the Office of the Chief, among others. Ms Bonus will be speaking at an event in Midrand, Johannesburg, this morning. For more she now joins us on the line
GUEST: Ms. Catrina Bonus, Deputy Chief, of the Uniformed Division for the United States Secret Service
Two videos of prisoners and warders engaged in illicit behaviour at Durban's Westville Prison have emerged. The cell phone footage shows prisoners snorting what appears to be cocaine and smoking other drugs inside their jail cells. Warders are also seen handing weapons to prisoners and allegedly encouraging them to fight in the videos.
GUEST: Chrispin Phiri, Spokesperson for the Department of Justice and Correctional Services
As this is the last Tuesday of the month, and as June is Youth month, we will be dealing with questions that have come in during the month from the youth.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
This morning we are in conversation with Home affairs minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi to discuss how national government should tighten South Africa's porous borders and ensure it has a database of every person living in the country. We will also look at rampant cross-border crimes such as robbery, murder, smuggling of illicit goods, and stock theft, which have also been attributed to the country's porous borders. Meanwhile EFF leader Julius Malema, during his election campaign stated that should his party came into power; they would do away with the country's borders. He said the move would put an end to the xenophobic violence directed to African foreign nationals and foster a sense of unity.
GUEST: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, Minister of Home affairs
The streets of Umlazi, in KwaZulu-Natal are flooded with garbage and this situation has been going on for years. Refuse collection was disrupted in the municipality after sub-contractors protested against not being paid for several months by the main contractor.
GUEST: Mandla Nsele, Acting head of communications for the EThekwini Metro
We are now in conversation with the ANC's national spokesperson Pule Mabe to discuss the claims that Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane is investigating President Cyril Ramaphosa for money laundering. This after reports emerged that Mkhwebane had extended the scope of her probe into a R500 000 donation President Ramaphosa received during his campaign to secure the ANC's presidency in 2017.
GUEST: Pule Mabe, ANC national spokesperson
Time for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking. The word conveyancing is used to describe the administrative and legal procedures necessary to transfer ownership (and other rights) in immovable property from one person to another. In terms of the laws in South Africa immovable property (vacant land, houses, flats, farms, and buildings) can be privately owned. Thousands of property transactions take place in our country every day. This morning we understand what conveyancing attorneys do?
GUEST: Hugh Raichlin – Founder of Hugh Raichlin Attorneys
A fifth homeless man has been found murdered on the streets of Pretoria on Wednesday. Police could confirm that all five victims were "male, middle-aged, homeless and killed during the night". Homeless people are always the first to be exposed to danger because they don’t have homes. The number of homeless people in SA streets continues to grow every day. How do we deal with the issue of homeless people in SA?
GUEST: Richard Bolland, a board member and found of New Hope South Africa
This morning we are in conversation with former National Police Commissioner, General Riah Phiyega. Was she made to shoulder all the blame for the Marikana tragedy? For more she now joins us on the line…
GUEST: Former National Police Commissioner, General Riah Phiyega.
Time now for our Friday Wind Down feature, where we profile high achievers in their respective fields. This morning we are in conversation with one of South Africa's most prominent political figure, the former premier of Gauteng, Mbhazima Shilowa. Shilowa resigned as Premier on the 29th of September 2008. Shilowa left the ANC to help form the opposition Congress of the People (COPE), where he became the party's deputy president...
GUEST : Mbhazima Shilowa, the former premier of Gauteng
These past weeks we have be talking to newly appointed MEC’S about economic development in their provinces about their plans as a department to help create jobs, eradicate poverty and transform. Economic development is critical for any country’s growth or development and with unemployment being one of the leading issues in SA it’s important to build and transform SA’s economy in order to create jobs. Today we speak to Mr Thabo Mokone – MEC for Economic Development, Environment and Tourism in Limpopo on his plans..
GUEST: Mr Thabo Mokone - MEC for Economic Development, Environment and Tourism in Limpopo
Peaceful protests in Malawi against the outcome of the May 21 Presidential Elections are on today nationwide. Protesters want the nullification of the outcome of the presidential poll. They cite vote counting irregularities as evidenced by use of Tipex on many result sheet forms, as a major reason for backing their calls.
GUESTS: Undule Mwakasungula, who is a Malawian Human Rights and government activist and also a consultant
These past weeks we have been talking to newly appointed MEC’S about economic development in their provinces and about their plans as a department to help create jobs, eradicate poverty and transform. Economic development is critical for any country’s growth or development and with unemployment being one of the leading issues in SA it’s important to build and transform SA’s economy in order to create jobs. Today we speak to Mr Pat Ngomane – MEC of Finance, Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism in Mpumalanga on how to build Mpumalanga’s Economy?
Guest: Pat Ngomane – MEC Finance, Economic Development & Tourism in Mpumalanga
Unemployment is a continuous fight in SA and in an attempt to reduce unemployment in South Africa especially in the youth segment, the Bizniz in a Box has helped 70 young entrepreneurs take their businesses to the next level. These businesses cover various needs of the local community. Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) came up with the Bizniz in a Box concept to overcome challenges like funding issues. This youth programme aims to create an ecosystem of viable micro-businesses offering complementary products and services in a community, using a spaza shop as the anchor. Each business operates out of a custom-designed container. We are joined by Akona Sishuba - Enterprise Development Manager, CCBSA
GUEST: Akona Sishuba - Enterprise Development Manager, for Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
The President of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa (Contralesa), Kgosi Mathupa Mokoena says the decision by parliament not to include a praise singer is unfortunate and doesn't do much for the preservation of African culture.
GUEST: Kgosi Mathupa Mokoena, President of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa (Contralesa)
GUEST: Dr Sipho Sithole, founder of Native Rhythms
The ANC has revealed who will head the various portfolio committees in the sixth term of Parliament and controversial former ministers accused of corruption, allegations of wrongdoing and state capture, such as Mosebenzi Zwane, Faith Muthambi and Bongani Bongo are on the list. ANC chief whip Pemmy Majodina said MPs who had allegations against them had appeared before the party's integrity commission and had been cleared.
GUEST: Solly Mapaila, the first deputy general secretary of the South African Communist Party (SACP)
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) confirmed that there had been shooting incident involving its soldiers and Mozambique border police on Sunday afternoon in the northern part of KwaZulu-Natal. SANDF spokesperson Brigadier-General Mafi Mgobozi confirmed in a statement on Monday that shots were fired in the area of Ndumo, east of Farazella, along the SA-Mozambique border at around 4pm on Sunday. He described the contact as a "shooting incident".
GUEST: Brigadier General Mafi Mgobozi, Spokesperson for the South African National Defence Force (SANDF)
Bona Manzi provides a world-class borehole drilling in Polokwane and services to the industrial, commercial and domestic markets in South Africa. In a water scarce area like Northern Limpopo, supplementary sources like groundwater play a major role in keeping households, villages and farms from ruin. Having access to a borehole in the city can also save residents a lot of money when it comes to water costs and will increase the value of the property. Bona Manzi utilises the latest borehole technology and machinery. What role are they playing in collecting, preserving and distributing clean water to households and communities?
GUEST: Eugene Meyer, Manager at Bona Manzi
In today’s show we look at what’s referred to as the Fourth Industrial Revolution and its likely impact on labour and our lives. Many analysts, experts and indeed trade unions are concerned about the impact of the 4th Industrial Revolution on the world of work and the likelihood of replacing workers with robots creating even more unemployment and poverty. Estimates of job-losses range from 9 to 47% due to artificial intelligence and the 4th Industrial Revolution.
But as one academic declared, “The future is not preordained by machines. It’s created by humans.”
GUEST: Hameda Deedat, the director of the National Labour and Economic Development Institute (NALEDI)
GUEST: Simone Cupido, Researcher at Tshisimani Centre for Activist Education, who is in our SABC Sea Point studios in Cape Town
Staying with issues around agriculture, we are now in conversation with S’dumo Dlamini, the Deputy Minister in the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. Minister Dlamini will speak to us about how the national and provincial departments that are responsible for agriculture and land issues can make agriculture and land reform work…
GUEST: S’dumo Dlamini, the Deputy Minister in the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
Organised agricultural bodies calling on President Cyril Ramaphosa, to provide clarity on land reform in his 2019 State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Thursday. Omri van Zyl, the executive director of Agri SA, says the organisation hopes that the president would also focus on getting all government departments to work together to provide South African agriculture with the support and enabling environment it needed to achieve transformation, job creation, food security, economic growth, and social stability. For more, Omri van Zyl,
GUEST: Omri van Zyl, the executive director of Agri SA
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Thursday deliver his second State of the Nation Address, SONA. It is expected that President Ramaphosa's Sona will deal largely with issues of the country's economy, unemployment, State-owned Enterprises and land reform. This morning we are in conversation with two small parties for their expectations on President Ramaphosa’s SONA…
GUEST: Dr Wouter Wessels, FF Plus MP and the party's National Head of Elections and Strategy
At least 30 people have been killed in a suicide attack in north-eastern Nigeria, while watching a televised football match. Three bombers detonated their explosives outside a hall in Konduga, 25 kilometers from the Borno state capital Maiduguri, where football fans were watching a match on TV. Officials in the country have linked the triple suicide bombing to Boko Haram. For the latest we are now joined on the line by Anietie Ewang, a Researcher for Human Rights Watch In Nigeria...
GUEST: Anietie Ewang, a Researcher for Human Rights Watch in Nigeria
The Black Management Forum (BMF) is calling for black executives not to apply for senior appointments within state-owned companies, including those of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), until the government has developed a clear governance framework for these critical public institutions. BMF President Andile Nomlala says state-owned companies have become a slaughterhouse for skilled black leaders and executives whose reputations get tarnished because of factors that are beyond their control.
Meanwhile Modidima Mannya, a practising advocate and writer, says the call by the Black Management Forum to black executives not to apply for posts in state-owned enterprises is sad and rather disturbing for three reasons but that the ongoing frustration of black executives must be addressed.
GUEST: Andile Nomlala, President of the Black Management Forum (BMF) GUEST: Modidima Mannya, a practising advocate and writer
With South African interest rates being rather high and consumers very stretched, what can they do to become financially healthy?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Egypt's former President Mohammed Morsi, who was ousted by the military in 2013, has died after fainting in a courtroom. A former top figure in the now-banned Islamist movement Muslim Brotherhood, Morsi was in court for a hearing on charges of espionage. He was 67. Morsi was ousted by the army in July 2013 following mass protests a year after he took office as the country's first democratically elected leader.
GUEST: Mr Ibrahim Deen, Researcher at the Afro Middle East Centre
A man suspected of being part of a group of men who raped two teenage girls has been castrated and killed by a mob in Thembisa. A member of the public who saw the incident alerted the community who came out and confronted the rapists. Two of the suspects managed to escape, while the other was caught and killed by members of the community at the scene. Many community members in the past expressed frustration with police response to incidents like these and ended up taking issues into their own hands. Are they to blame for doing this? Is mob justice the only solution to crime in South Africa?
GUEST: Captain Kay Makhubela, Gauteng police spokesperson GUEST: Andy Mashaile, former Chairman of the Gauteng Community Police Board, #TurnBackCrime Interpol Ambassador and National & Provincial Awards Winning Leader.
Sudan's former-President Omar al-Bashir has appeared in public for the first time since he was overthrown in a coup in April. Bashir was driven from a jail in the capital, Khartoum to the prosecutor's office where he was read the corruption charges against him. Prosecutors say a large hoard of foreign currency was found in grain sacks at Bashir's home after he was ousted, bringing to an end nearly 30 years in power. Bashir is also wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC), accused of organising war crimes and crimes against humanity in Sudan's Darfur region, charges he denies.
GUEST: Ahmed Elzobier, a researcher on Sudan for the rights group Amnesty International
The majority of South African children do not know how to read or write in their mother tongue because of the influence of English and the choice to speak English frequently? Why is it important to teach children their mother tongue and let them speak it frequently so that they retain it?
GUEST: Masennya Dikotla - CEO Moileteno institutefor Langauge and Literacy
Minority rights lobby group AfriForum wants Zindzi Mandela dismissed as ambassador to Denmark for her 'racist' tweets. This after tweets - from an unverified Twitter account that appears to be that of Nelson and Winnie Mandela's daughter Zindzi, tweeted "Dear Apartheid Apologists, your time is over. You will not rule again. We do not fear you. Finally #TheLandIsOurs". The lobby group's Deputy CEO Alana Bailley says Zindzi has 'demonstrated a hateful attitude towards white people in the country'.
GUEST: Alana Bailley, Deputy CEO of AfriForum
The June 16 1976 Uprising that began in Soweto and spread countrywide profoundly changed the socio-political landscape in South Africa. Events that triggered the uprising can be traced back to policies of the Apartheid government that resulted in the introduction of the Bantu Education Act in 1953. Are the youth of today as staunch about their issues like the youth of 1976?
GUEST: Mr Seth Mazibuko - Activist and June 16 1976 Student leader
Time now for our Friday Wind Down feature, where we profile high achievers in their respective fields. People who are seen as role models, leaders and overachievers! This profile is a personality interview where we focus on key aspects of our guest's remarkable journey. Joining us for our feature this morning, all the way from our SABC Sea Point studios in Cape Town is Gordon Igesund, a former South African football player and coach.
GUEST: Gordon Igesund, who is a former South African football player and coach.
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the National Recreation Center, Nasrec, in Johannesburg. This morning the Gauteng MEC for Education, Panyaza Lesufi, will hold a Consultative Meeting which seeks to share the priorities of his new term in office and to also solicit inputs on the Education Roadmap for 2019-2024. A detailed 100 days Programme of Action will also be presented as part of the agenda. Among those who will be in attendance are learners, principals and SGB members.
guest: Gauteng Education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the National Recreation Center, Nasrec, in Johannesburg. This morning the Gauteng MEC for Education, Panyaza Lesufi, will hold a Consultative Meeting which seeks to share the priorities of his new term in office and to also solicit inputs on the Education Roadmap for 2019-2024. A detailed 100 days Programme of Action will also be presented as part of the agenda. Among those who will be in attendance are learners, principals and SGB members.
guest: Steve Mabona spokesperson for the department of education in Gauten
guest: Mr Shalton Mawire HOD school management team guest : Moagisi Micheeen Morolane RCL learner Nellmaphius Secondary school guest: Matshidiso Mothiba SGB Member Nellmaphius Secondary
Parliament is to investigate the clash between several MPs from various political parties yesterday. National Assembly Speaker Thandi Modise denounced the conduct of the MPs involved in the altercation as unbecoming and uncharacteristic of honorable Members of Parliament. MPs were attending an induction session at the Old Assembly in Parliament. Modise who was in attendance but not chairing the session, had to take to the podium to diffuse the situation....
GUEST: Dr Seth Cooper, who is the President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
Yes it takes years of hard work to build a business and a lot of patience. Entrepreneurship is generally seen as very difficult, challenging and unreachable. Today we ask, how can we make entrepreneurship more tangible and attractive to the youth?
GUEST: Mhlanganisi Madlongolwana – Mandela Washington Fellow and Entrepreneur
We recently launched a new feature “Water is Life”. We did so cognizant of the fact that South Africa is a water scarce country and guided by research on the ever so present threat of global warming. This feature therefore looks at the role of water boards in water collection, preservation and distribution. We also look at service delivery at these water utilities - their ability to connect South Africans to piped water, prevent water wastage, and provide clean water as well as management. These are state owned entities and we all know the challenges that some of the SOE’s go through. We continue our discussion with Mr Eddie Singo - Acting General Manager of Rand Water based here in Gauteng…
GUEST: Mr Eddie Singo - Acting General Manager Operations at Rand Water
Economic development is critical for any country’s growth or development and with unemployment being one of the leading issues in SA it’s important to build and transform SA’s economy in order to create jobs. We are now joined by MEC for Economic development, Environment and Tourism in the Eastern Cape Mr Mlungisi Mvoko to tell us their plans as a department to help create jobs, eradicate poverty and transform the Eastern Capes economy?
Guest: Mr Mlungisi Mvoko - MEC for Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism in the Eastern Cape (DEDEAT)
Following the resignations and suspension of South Africa’s top CEOs from SOES. What are the challenges facing black executives? We will also look at challenges facing the country’s economy, how can we restore Investor confidence and grow the economy, this as the debate around the mandate of the South African Reserve Bank rages on.
Guest: Sandile Zungu – President of The Black Business Council
South Africa has seen a surge in mass protest against gangsterism and drugs by disgruntled Coloured community members in areas such as Eldorado Park, In Johannesburg and in other Coloured communities in the Western Cape. They claim that Coloureds have been marginalized since the dawn of democracy as their communities are still plagued by these social ills, as government has not done enough to intervene where they are need. So are we taking the plight of the colored community seriously?
GUEST: Fadiel Adams, Spokesperson of Gatvol Capetonian
As we mark Youth Month, there is greater reflection on the numerous challenges affecting our young people and children. One major issue they confront is a high illiteracy rate. South Africa was placed last out of 50 countries in the most recent Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) in 2016. The study found that 8 out of 10 Grade 4 learners cannot read for meaning in any language. How do we create a culture of reading in our homes first?
Guest: Masennya Dikotla – CEO of Molento Institute for Language and Literacy
Youth in Africa constituted 19% of the global youth population in 2015, numbering 226 million. The United Nations defines youth as people aged 15 to 24 years. By 2030, it is predicted that the number of youths in Africa will have increased by 42%. Currently youth unemployment in South Africa is standing at 39.5% in Q1 2019 which is an increase. We haven’t seen much impact government interventions with adapting with employment for youth, but there has been a staggering number of privately led organizations looking for new, innovative ways to curb the unemployment issue. One of these has been the Global start up awards which have a tech focus and since then the Southern Africa chapter was launched last year. This year it is currently underway as they are looking for nominations and ambassadors to help start-ups gain business advice, skills, access to markets and funding opportunities.
Guest: Mcvein Ayaba – CEO of the Global start up awards
In January this year the Khoi-San and Traditional Leadership Bill was passed by parliament. While the bill, if passed into law, promises to give recognition and political powers to Khoi and San traditional leaders, some of its provisions also grant extensive powers to all recognized traditional leaders. It will enable all traditional leaders to enter into agreements with companies to exploit the land without the consent of affected communities. In today’s show we look at the far-reaching implications of the Khoi-San and Traditional Leadership Bill, especially for the majority of poor rural people who rely on these lands for their livelihoods.
Guest: Mary De Haas - Veteran researcher on violence in KZN from the Violence Monitoring Group in KZN
Guest: Nonhle Mbuthuma – Spokesperson for the Amadiba Crisis Committee who is in our SEAPOINT STUDIOS
Since Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane replaced Advocate Thuli Madonsela as the Public Protector, the reputation of the office has been under scrutiny from different stakeholders across society. After her appointment , different political parties approved Mkhwebane's appointment with all sorts of disclaimers attached. Are we as a nation not being fair on her?
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga – Political Analyst
Early last week a student stabbed and killed another student at Forest High School and yesterday a teacher was shot dead at a school in Folweni. There have been many other incidents of crime at schools. Today we ask, how do we ensure tighter security measures on school premises to ensure the safety of safety of student teachers and staff?
GUEST: Maano Ramadwa, who is a Professional teacher and Former principal
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot the Global Perspective, today's destination is the country of India, which is the world's largest democracy and, according to UN estimates, its population is expected to overtake China's in 2028 to become the world's most populous nation. India is also one of the oldest civilizations in the world with a kaleidoscopic variety and rich cultural heritage.
GUEST: Neha Poonia, who is SABC's India correspondent
The Pan African Congress, PAC has dissolved its party’s executive. For the latest we are now joined on the line by Narius Moloto, who says the party will be run by an administrator…
GUEST: Narius Moloto, PAC leader
Sugar giant Tongaat Hulett has suspended trading on the JSE. Tongaat asked that its listings be suspended because of accounting irregularities. The company delayed the release of its financial results amid a review of its financial practices. Tongaat Hulett warned last month that its financial results could take a R4.5-billion hit. So what does it mean when a company suspends trading on the JSE?
GUEST: Asief Mohamed - Chief Investment Officer at Aeon Investment management
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) will be picketing together with the South African Cabin Crew Association (SACCA) this morning at all the country's major airports to protest against a myriad of issues at SAA and the South African Airways Technical (SAAT). This includes the recent resignation of the CEO Vuyani Jarana.
GUEST: Zazi Ntshibanyoni - President Of South African cabin Crew Association
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot; Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch. With all the discussions last week about the Reserve Bank, Bryan will touch on discussion around being financially healthy and the steps you need to take to improve this situation.
GUEST (In studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Five ANC members have been sworn in as members of Parliament. They fill the vacancies left by cabinet members who did not make it back into President Cyril Ramaphosa's cabinet. Meanwhile, another two former ministers, Jeff Radebe and Siyabonga Cwele, have resigned their seats in the National Assembly. Their resignations follow on four other former members of the executive who had done so last week. So what spurred the recent resignation? Could it be the humiliation of being demoted from Cabinet positions to ordinary backbenchers, or perhaps the impact on their pensions and other perks of high office?
GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley, who is an Independent Political Analyst
After visiting some churches in South Africa, I have come to realize that there are differences between the way an African church conducts its church service from that of the white. In terms of time, The African church spends roughly about 2-3 hours, depending on the pastor's message while white church spends 1hr- 1hr.30 minutes. In terms of outfits or uniforms, members of the African Church appear well dressed in colorful regalia but in the white church, people often come dressed in their regular shorts and shirts or in the everyday outfits. So why is there such a difference between black and white people's churches? To answer this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Pastor Duke Khoza, who has a passion for African Culture and Christianity. GUEST: Father Chris Townsend, who is a Catholic priest
Time for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking. This morning we continue our conversation with Rakgadi Phosa, a Partner at Gildenhuys Malatji Attorneys about: What legal recourse do you have when it comes to accident claims, medical negligence or misdiagnosis. This as our discussion on medical negligence had a lot of interaction and we still had so much more issues to explore around the topic. So this morning we will discuss what legal rights you have when it comes to medical negligence matters, which may involve cases where doctors or other medical experts operate on you in a negligent or inappropriate way. We will also discuss the claims against the Road Accident Fund after an accident. Rakgadi Phosa, now joins me in our studio to continue this discussion..
GUEST (In studio): Rakgadi Phosa, a Partner at Gildenhuys Malatji Attorneys and Director in the Litigation Department, with vast knowledge in Road Accident Fund work and Medical Negligence
FOCUS: Sudanese security forces fired tear gas and live ammunition to disperse protesters setting up barricades in Khartoum, over the weekend. At least one person was killed in the northern district of Bahari according to doctors aligned to the opposition. Campaigners called for ongoing civil disobedience from Sunday to make it as difficult as possible for the military to govern Sudan. The call comes days after a military crackdown left dozens dead. Meanwhile, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with military leaders in an attempt to mediate in the crisis and restart talks between the Transitional Military Council. The African Union has also suspended Sudan from all activities until a civilian-led government is formed
Guest: Sabir Ebrahim - a Representative of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement, here in
Liberian President George Weah is facing widespread discontent over high food and fuel prices and government corruption as his administration struggles to contain a deepening economic crisis. Opposition supporters are taking to the streets today for the first time since the former soccer star won elections 18 months ago. Since his first bid for the presidency in 2005, Weah, who grew up in a slum in the capital, Monrovia, has had a hard time convincing skeptics he's capable of managing an economy. Take a listen to Abraham Darius Dillon, the spokesperson for the Council of Patriots, which called for last week's protests...
GUEST: Joel Cholo-Brooks - Chief Executive Officer of Liberia's News agency -The Global News Network
Judgment in the formal bail application of 19-year-old Forest High School learner in Turffontein, is expected to be handed down today in the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court. The Grade 11 learner faces one murder charge and two of attempted murder for allegedly stabbing three fellow learners - one of whom died. He fled the scene and police later arrested him in Dobsonville, Soweto. The learner's attorney has called on the court to grant him bail, saying it will not be in the interest of justice to keep him in custody as he needs to write his examinations. Gauteng Education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi is now calling for the current school laws to be amended to appropriately deal with learners who commit crimes. This morning we are asking you:Should learners who commit serious crimes be taken out of the school system completely?
Guest: RONE MCFARLANE - CO-AHEAD OF RESEACRH, AT EQUAL EDUCATION
There’s no denying that the youth is SA’s future and as South Africa marks youth Day on the 16th June, issues of unemployment remain a major issue amongst many others. Today on The Talking Point we ask, how can the youth of SA be the change that South Africa wants to see?
Guest 1. Luyolo Mphithi, Federal DA Youth Leader. 2. Ndumiso Mokako, ANCYL NEC member 3 .Phuti Peter Keetse, President of the EFF Students' Command 4. Brian Masondo, Provincial Secretary of the IFP Youth Brigade in KwaZulu-Natal
Time now for our Friday Wind Down feature, where we profile high achievers in their respective fields. People who are seen as role models, leaders and overachievers! This profile is personality interview where we focus on key aspects of our guest's remarkable journey. Joining me for our first profile is KZN born, Musa E. Zulu, who is a published author, artist, poet and motivational speaker. Musa's successful career took a dramatic and unexpected turn in 1995 when he was 23 years old, when he was left paralyzed and left in a wheelchair after a car accident.
GUEST: Musa E. Zulu, who is a published author, artist, poet and motivational speaker
What are black professionals worth? We are now in conversation with Fikile Moya, who is an independent journalist and a former editor of The Mercury and The Witness. Fikile says many black professionals across sectors live with the reality that they are forever second-guessed, whether they come from so-called bush colleges or speak "with an accent". He further states that black professionals in general, and black female professionals in particular, always need to prove their worth. For this discussion we will look at the difference between the remuneration for white and black men and women who are working and try to answer the question: What are black professionals worth?
GUEST: Fikile Moya, who is an independent journalist and a former editor of The Mercury and The Witness.
The constitutionality of South Africa's surveillance law was being challenged at the High Court in Pretoria, yesterday. The outcome of the case will have important implications for citizens' privacy - and the ability of journalists to do their work without hindrance. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Professor Jane Duncan, the head of the Department of Journalism, Film and Television, University of Johannesburg, who the government's thinking on the surveillance law is regressive...
GUEST: Professor Jane Duncan, who is the head of the Department of Journalism, Film and Television, at the University of Johannesburg and also the author of "Stopping the Spies: Constructing and Resisting the Surveillance State in South Africa"
AB de Villiers approached Proteas captain Faf du Plessis and coach Ottis Gibson the day before the South African squad was to be announced, where he offered to come out of retirement for the World Cup. This morning we will look at the fall-out from the AB de Villiers saga…
Guest: SABC deputy Sports Editor Janet Whitton
We are now in conversation with Zazi Nsibanyoni; President of the South African Cabin Crew Association (sacca), the association is planning to stage a march next week calling for South African Airways CEO Vuyani Jarana to remain at the helm of the national carrier. Jarana announced his resignation at the weekend, stating that he was unable to turn around the national airline due to inconsistency in state funding. The union says Jarana was on the right track in reviving the ailing airline and those workers who had confidence in him are now demoralized.
GUEST: Zazi Nsibanyoni, President of the South African Cabin Crew Association (Sacca)
The symposium is expected to draw around 200 active participants and is pitched as a highly interactive and robust engagement using a symposium setting. Participants will be drawn from partnering universities, industry, neighboring municipalities and other relevant stakeholders deemed necessary
Guest: Puven Akkiah-Intergrated Development Plan Manager
As a rapidly growing urban environment, the city of Durban currently finds itself operating within the complexities of cross cutting challenges. Faced with rapid urbanization, the intensification of economic, social, political and cultural changes, environmental unsustainability and resource insecurity – there is a need for increased attention to respond to the pressures and tensions around water, food and energy.
GUEST: Dr Rebecca Sindall - Researcher at Pollution Research Group @UKZN
Time now for our Business feature, this morning we are looking at the establishment of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which came into effect on the 30th of May this year. This at a time when the global trade regime is under attack. After being ratified by the required minimum 22 nations, all the member states of the African Union (AU) are now legally bound to allow African goods to be traded without restraint throughout the continent. In practice, trade in Africa did not change overnight on 30 May. There are still key obstacles that must still be overcome. To elaborate further on this we are now joined on the line by
GUEST: Ueli Staeger, who is a PhD researcher, International Relations and Political Science, at the Graduate Institute (IHEID), in Geneva, Switzerland
Opposition parties in Lesotho are planning to file a motion of no confidence against the country's Prime Minister Tom Thabane. A successful motion could lead to Thabane leaving office or the collapse of his coalition government and fresh elections. The calls for a no-confidence vote come amid divisions within Thabane's party, the All Basotho Convention, ABC, which have tilted the country's already shaky coalition government off a cliff.
GUEST: Professor Motlamelle Kapa, Senior Political Science Lecturer, at the National University of Lesotho
The main aim of this symposium is to identify opportunities for innovation and learning and broaden the space for sub- thematic consideration for the securitization of water and energy, water and food security, water and climate change, water and public health – all within an urban nexus framework
Guest: Dr Mpilo Ngubane - Acting Deputy City Manager for Corporate & HR at Ethekwini Municipality.
Is there a disjuncture between the ANC party and the ANC government when it comes to policy Implementation? This question comes in the wake of the ANC's economic transformation head, Enoch Godongwana, who has contradicted party secretary-general Ace Magashule on the ANC's stance on the mandate of the central bank. Magashule told the media at a post Lekgotla briefing in Pretoria that the ruling party wants the mandate to be expanded to focus on development and job creation. Godongwana then sent out a statement that was tweeted by Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni that government determines the mandate of the Reserve Bank.
GUEST: Professor Somadoda Fikeni, who is a Political and Policy analyst:
GUEST: Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief Economist at Econometrix
There is rising diplomatic tensions between Kenya and Somalia over political and economic interests, this in wake of the two East African countries maritime dispute. In a diplomatic letter sent to Somalia in May, Kenya threatened to use force if Somali citizens continued to obstruct or destroy the fence it is building along the two countries' border. The Kenya government has also made the decision to deny entry visas to Somali officials and impose other restrictions. Does the diplomatic row between Kenya and Somalia threaten to reopen a long-healed wound of distrust between Nairobi and Mogadishu?
GUEST: Izak Khomo, Who is Channel Africa's Producer for a show known as Spotlight on Africa
We recently launched a new feature “Water is Life”. We did so cognizant of the fact that South Africa is a water scarce country and guided by research on the ever so present threat of global warming. This feature therefore looks at the role of water boards in water collection, preservation and distribution. We also look at service delivery at these water utilities - their ability to connect South Africans to piped water, prevent water wastage, and provide clean water as well as management. These are state owned entities and we all know the challenges that some of the SOE’s go through. We recently spoke to Mhlathuze Water in Northern KwaZulu Natal and to Magalies Water in the North West in Rustenburg. Today we speak to Rand Water based here in Gauteng…
GUEST: Mr Eddie Singo - Acting General Manager Operations at Rand Water
South Africa’s unemployment rate is estimated to be at 28% with over 50% of black youth unemployed and not likely to secure decent jobs in the near future. This is clearly a crisis and over the past two decades, government in its various economic policy documents and more recently in the ruling party’s elections manifesto, promised hundreds of thousands of jobs. However, it has not materialised with unemployment and South Africa’s related poverty constantly increasing. But what is to be done?
GUEST: Neil Coleman – Former Cosatu Policy Co-ordinator and nowCo- Director of Institute for Economic Justice
The country has since the beginning of this year, experienced 184 farm attacks in which twenty people were killed. This, according to Civil Rights organisation, Afriforum. AfriForum's head of Community Safety, Ian Cameron says according to their statistics the highest number of farm attacks, fifty one (51) were in Gauteng followed by North West with twenty eight (28) and Limpopo twenty seven (27). AfriForum’s Ernest Roets says the biggest mistake you can make to determine the motive of these attacks is to say that is only a single cause.
GUEST: Ernst Roets the Deputy CEO of Afriforum CONTACT
Several top South African chief executive officers have left or been suspended from their posts in recent weeks, raising questions about why country's top CEOs are leaving and what Impact will this have on investment and the country's economy. Recently SAA CEO Vuyani Jarana tendered his resignation, less than a week after Eskom CEO Phakamani Hadebe called it quits. In May, Eskom, Old Mutual, Massmart, and Comair's chief executives all announced that they would step down from their roles.
GUEST: Andile Nomlala, President of the Black Management Forum (BMF)
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot the Global Perspective, today's destination is the country of Iran, an Islamic republic between the Caspian Sea in north and the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman in south. The country was formerly known as Persia. Iran is bordered by Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, and Turkmenistan. Iran became an Islamic republic in 1979, when the monarchy was overthrown and clerics assumed political control under supreme leader Ayatollah Khomeini.
GUEST: Ebrahim Deen, who is a researcher at the Afro-Middle East Centre, a research institute based in Johannesburg.
Economic development is critical for any country’s growth or development and with unemployment being one of the leading issues in South Africa it’s important to build and transform the country’s economy in order to create jobs. We are now joined by MEC for Economic development, Environment and Tourism in the North West Kenetswe Mosenogi to tell us about their plans as a department to help create jobs, eradicate poverty and transform the economy of the North West?
GUEST: Kenetswe Mosenogi, MEC for Economic development, Environment and tourism in the North West
As the saying goes, there are only two certainties in life: death and taxes! Unfortunately, often these two go hand in hand and most people have no idea as what to do or what is expected when a death occurs. Having a valid will is important for everyone, but it becomes particularly essential in the event that you have dependents or a family. This morning on our Finance feature we will look at the importance of having a valid Will and some of the dangers of an unsigned wills and intestate succession. To talk to us a bit more about this, we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST (In studio): Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients
We continue our discussion on whether foreign nationals are taking jobs from South Africans?
GUEST: Abigail Dawson, the spokesperson of the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa (CoRMSA)
Several trucks were attacked since the early hours of Sunday morning in KZN. Trucks were also set alight in Cape Town, Johannesburg and P.E. The incidents have been linked to protests against the employment of foreign truck drivers by local companies. International migrants, particularly from other African states are often accused of stealing jobs from locals in South Africa. This morning on the Talking Point we will look at the role of migrants in South Africa's economy, today we will narrow our focus down to the hospitality sector, where there’s perceptions by some locals that such jobs are a times mostly occupied by foreign migrants…
GUEST: Wendy Alberts, CEO of the Restaurant Association of South Africa (RASA). She also sits on the board of the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
Time for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking. This morning we are in conversation with de Broglio Attorneys about: What legal recourse do you have when it comes to accident claims, medical negligence or misdiagnosis. This morning we will discuss what legal rights you have when it comes to medical negligence matters, which may involve cases where doctors or other medical experts operate on you in a negligent or inappropriate way. We will also discuss the claims against the Road Accident Fund after an accident. Joining me for this discussion is...
GUEST: Rakgadi Phosa, a Partner at Gildenhuys Malatji Attorneys and Director in the Litigation Department. She has vast knowledge in Road Accident Fund work and Medical Negligence
Every country regulates immigration in its own way. America and many European Union (EU) countries have tough immigration laws and usually some African countries have a very strong cultural protection, so they make it hard for people from different cultures to immigrate there. But why does South Africa's' immigration laws seem lax as compared to other countries? Most locals say they no longer feel at home because of immigration. So, should South Africa review its immigration policy?
GUEST: Stuart James, One of the Founders and Shareholders of Integrate-Immigration-Dot.Com
We now go to Khartoum, in Sudan, this as military troops have reportedly shot at protesters who have called for a campaign of civil disobedience to topple the military council that has been running the country since long-time President Omar al-Bashir was ousted on 11 April.
GUEST: Ahmed Elzobier, a researcher on Sudan for the rights group Amnesty International
The economic development of a busy province like Gauteng is critical could be the solution for poverty and unemployment. We now talk to Dr Kgosientso Ramokgopa who is now the MEC of Economic Development in Gauteng on the plans he has to improve and change Gauteng’s economy?
GUEST: Dr Kgosientso Ramokgopa, who is Gauteng’s MEC for Economic Development, Agriculture and Environment
South African Airways (SAA) chief executive officer (CEO) Vuyani Jarana tendered his resignation on Thursday, citing uncertainty about funding and slow decision-making processes that were delaying the airline's turnaround strategy as reasons for his decision. His resignation also comes in the wake of Phakamani Hadebe who announced his sudden resignation as Eskom's chief executive officer, for health reason. So what needs to be done to stabilize struggling state-owned enterprises and how can stability be achieved if we continuously see the changing of CEOs at the helm of these SOEs?
GUEST: Mike Schussler, Who is a Chief Economist at Economists.co.za
: Residents of Alexandra, North of Johannesburg, have vowed to continue with protests in the township; this after the Red Ants on Friday destroyed about 80 structures that were built on illegally occupied land. In last week's violent protests, three houses and an electric transformer were torched during the unrest.
GUEST: Lebogang Maile, MEC for Human Settlement, Urban Planning and Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA)
We can’t mention the townships and not mention informal settlements because that’s where most of them originate from. Some of the main causes of informal settlements are lack of resources, urbanization and poverty. Today we ask, how do we transform townships? Why do we still have informal settlements?
guest: Sbu Zikode - president of abaxhali base Mjondolo
The FF Plus has accused Patricia de Lille of selling out the Coloured vote by joining the administration of President Cyril Ramaphosa. De Lille is the new Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure and she has been sworn-in by Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng in Pretoria. Peter Marais, Leader of the Minority Party in the Western Cape and President of the Triple B movement says De Lille has broken the trust of her voters by accepting the Cabinet position.
GUEST: Peter Marais, Leader of the Minority Party in the Western Cape and President of the Triple B or Bruin Belange Beweging (BBB)
Climate-watch organisation, the Climate Action Tracker group, say the Carbon Tax Law which was signed into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa falls short of emission reduction targets pledged to in the 2015 Paris Agreement. The Carbon Tax Law kicks-in on the first of June after nearly a decade of delays. South Africa is one of Africa's worst polluters with average temperatures rising more than the global average. The world has just a decade to take action to cut carbon emissions and every country will need to significantly scale up the commitments made under the 2015 Paris climate accord if humans hope to avoid disaster on this planet. Under this agreement, 195 countries pledged to cut their greenhouse-gas emissions. The United States was a signatory of the 2015 Paris agreement, but in 2017 President Trump announced that Washington was pulling out of the pact…
Guest: Ross Harvey - Independent Economist.
We are now in conversation with Nomusa Dube-Ncube, MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs in KwaZulu Natal to talk to us about how to stimulate the economy of the province. How do we attain an Inclusive economy that does not discriminate by race and that supports mediocre by colour and gender but that which up skills...
GUEST: Nomusa Dube-Ncube, MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs in KwaZulu Natal
We are now in conversation with Numsa's national spokesperson Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, to talk about the performance of the trade union's Socialist Revolutionary Workers' Party (SRWP), in this year's elections. The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa, which is the country's largest trade union, contested the elections nationally, in all nine provinces. Numsa was expelled from the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) in November 2014 for refusing to back the ANC in the general elections. The Socialist Revolutionary Workers' Party performed poorly in the elections with a low number of votes, this despite the massive membership of its parent union, Numsa. This morning we are asking you should workers support a workers' party. And can a workers' party succeed politically?
GUEST: Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, Numsa's national spokesperson
This week Lebogang Mofokeng was found guilty of the premeditated murder of 23 year old Jabulile Nhlapo. He shot her in the back of her head in May last year, she died on the scene. Today we ask, what role should the community play to ensure that we raise boys to be good men so that our communities can be a safer place for women and children?
Guest: Francois Joubert - Founder Of Strive For Exceptional and mentor at the Character Company
A new partnership has been announced with the South African Farmers Development Association (SAFDA), Coca Cola South Africa and Mintirho Foundation. Through the partnership, loans totaling R28 million will be given to help SAFDA acquire 75% of High Five-a fertilizer blending plant based in KZN. SAFDA will also acquire 5 sugarcane transporting trucks in order to pilot an owner-driver logistics programme for farmers.
GUEST: Noxolo Kahlana, Executive Manager for the Mintirho Foundation, Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa's (CCBSA) foundation
Starting a business with no money is possible but very difficult. You have an idea for a business, except you don't have any money to start it. Lack of capital is a common excuse for failing to start a business. How can one access business funding and why is it so difficult?
Guest: Daniel Moritz - Chief Financial Officer at Merchant Capital.
Are people patronizing and more lenient towards members of the LGBTQ+ communities? Do majority groups exempt LGBTQ+ groups from what would generally be deemed unacceptable or wrong?
GUEST: (In Studio) Motlatsi Motseoile – LGBQTI Activist and Entrepreneur GUEST: (In Studio) Snowy Mamba - Transgender woman
Yesterday President Cyril Ramaphosa announced his new cabinet amid uncertainty about the positions of Pravin Gordhan and David Mabuza. The president announced that half the 28 ministers are women. He also announced a number of young people have been placed in ministerial positions - including Ronald Lamola as Justice Minister. This morning on the Talking Point we will examine the composition of President Ramaphosa's new cabinet and also examine the state of women representation in Parliament, this as women also continue to remain a minority in higher-ranking positions...
GUEST: Sanusha Naidu, Senior Research Associate at the Institute for Global Dialogue
According to a study by the University of Washington’s Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME), a total of 5.3 million South Africans under the age of 50 are HIV-positive. South Africa’s HIV adult prevalence rate IS much higher than most other countries, including Kenya (5.6%), Nigeria (3%), Namibia (13.8%), Zimbabwe (13.5%) and Mozambique (11.9%). Today we ask, will we ever be an HIV free generation?
GUEST: Prof Sue Goldstein – Associate Professor at the School of public health at the University of Witwatersrand HIV researcher (WITS) GUEST: Lebogang Brenda Motsumi – Author, speaker and HIV activist
The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) and Statistics SA have ventured into a combined project of collecting statistics on commercial and non-commercial farmers. The Producer/Farmer Register has been built as a result. In addition, the department has other programmes with which it aims to drive the agricultural agenda forward. To unpack these as well as the register, we now speak to Harriet Mabokela, Director General of the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF)
GUEST: Mike Mlengana, Director-general of the department of agriculture, forestry and fisheries (DAFF)
While the new national minimum wage took effect this year, millions of workers are still reliant on the country’s collective bargaining system where trade unions and employers negotiate for wage increases and improvements to various conditions of employment. During the 1980’s most wage negotiations were done annually at company level. However, over the past two decades most workers’ and union wage agreements are for a 3-year period and dealt with at centralized bargaining council level. This year there are a few negotiations taking place in key sectors such as platinum mining and a few major ones in 2020? In today’s show we get an overview of wage negotiations in 2019 and 2020 and what we can expect. With us to discuss this we have…
GUEST: Ms Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, spokesperson for the National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa (Numsa)
GUEST: George Mthethwa, of the Labour Research Service
It’s clear the we live in a digital world and technology is consistently growing and changing. How are we ensuring that artificial intelligence enhance human work and Why is digital education important when it comes to growing businesses?
GUEST: Julie Tregurtha – Regional vice president for Africa at OpenText.
Last week we launched our new feature Water is Life. We did so cognizant of the fact that South Africa is a water scarce country and guided by research on the ever so present threat of global warming. This feature therefore looks at the role of water boards in water collection, preservation and distribution. We also look at service delivery at these water utilities - their ability to connect South Africans to piped water, prevent water wastage, provide clean water as well as management. These are state owned entities and we all know the challenges that some of the SOE’s go through.There are 12 water boards in South Africa and we will try and cover all of them, if possible. We started with Mhlathuze Water in Northern KwaZulu Natal last week and today we look at Magalies Water in the North West in Rustenburg
GUEST: Adv. Mosotho Petlane - Magalies Water Board
We are now in conversation with Arina Muresan, a Researcher at the Institute for Global Dialogue in Association with UNISA, and a contributor to the African First Ladies Database to take a close look at the role played by the wives of heads of state in Africa and how they have wielded influence. This discussion is centred on three prominent women in politics; Grace Mugabe, who was the President of the ZANU-PF Women's League, Denise Nkurunziza, who led the Burundi ruling party's Women's League and Janet Museveni, who was appointed as Minister of State for Karamoja by her husband in 2009. This morning we will analyse the functions, roles, strategies and agency of some of Africa's most influential First Ladies, as the role played by the wives of heads of state in Africa has been largely ignored.
GUEST: Arina Muresan, a Researcher at the Institute for Global Dialogue in Association with UNISA, and a contributor to the African First Ladies Database
Shootings at taxi ranks, mainly around taxi violence have been happening for years. On Saturday at Bree Taxi rank, a man (who is a hawker) was shot in the face allegedly by a man who claimed to be from a security company. Today we ask, how do we ensure the safety of commuters, hawkers and those in public places like taxi ranks?
Guest: Wayne Minnaar, JMPD Spokesperson GUEST: Ralph Jones, secretary general of the South African National Taxi Council (Santaco)
As this is the last Tuesday of the month, we will be dealing with questions that have come in during the month that are of a similar nature.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The EFF has accused the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation of only defending Indian people after the organisation criticized the Public Protector's decision against Minister Pravin Gordhan. This after the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation shared growing concern over the competence and ability of Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane to discharge her office's constitutional and legal obligations.
GUEST: Dr Seth Cooper, who is the President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
We are now in conversation Busisiwe Mavuso, who is the chief operations officer (COO) of Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), they say they are repulsed by what is clearly the continued lack of objectivity by Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane in executing her role as the trusted and competent Public Protector.
GUEST: Busisiwe Mavuso, who is the chief operations officer (COO) of Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA)
There has been mixed reactions on Chief Justice Mogoeng calling for prayer in Parliament. Before swearing in new MPs in Parliament last week, Chief Justice Mogoeng called for prayer or meditation for solutions to corruption, unemployment and crime in the country. Then went on his knees and proceeded to pray. Other MPs stood and prayed. Many users then took to social media to react of Mogoeng's prayer. Stellenbosch University's Professor Jonathan Jansen, tweeted "We play with fire when a Chief Justice in a secular, constitutional state engages in Christian prayer in the exercise of his public duties; for the same reason public schools should not run school assemblies like church services", while ACDP leader Kenneth Meshoe said South Africa was blessed to have Chief Justice that knows how to pray. According to the country's constitution, religious observances can take place at state institutions - including public schools - provided it's done equitably and that attendance is voluntary. This morning on the Talking Point we are asking you: What is the impact of religion in a secular state?
GUEST: ACDP leader, Dr Kenneth Meshoe
Having a career in the arts or as a news reader, singer or actress, your voice is the only source of income. Life in unpredictable and your life can change in just minutes. Are you able to insure your voice and how do you go about it?
GUEST: TIM SMIT, DIRECTOR AT CLIFFE DEKKER HOFMEYR
Former Botswana president Ian Khama has quit the ruling party, the Botswana Democratic Party - BDP - in a row with his hand-picked successor, current president Mokgweetsi Masisi. Khama told thousands of supporters in his rural home town of Serowe over the weekend that he made a "mistake" in choosing Masisi as the president. The feud has threatened to split the party that has ruled the country since its independence in 1966. The latest political developments in the country also come in the wake where South African businesswoman and president of the South African Mining Development Association, Bridgette Radebe who was accused of meddling in Botswana's succession politics. For the latest we are now joined on the line all the way from Gaborone by Spencer Mogapi, Deputy Editor of Botswana's Sunday Standard newspaper
GUEST: Spencer Mogapi, Deputy Editor of Botswana's Sunday Standard newspaper
Polygamy is legal under certain circumstances in South Africa. It’s not a concept that is foreign to us on the African continent, or indeed other parts of the world. Despite this, the cultural practice still raises eyebrows. Is polygamy promoting a culture of masculinity?
GUEST: Sipho Mbele, Author and Literary entrepreneur
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to announce his executive later this week. President Ramaphosa has stressed that his much awaited cabinet will comprise people with requisite skills and commitment to public services that will serve the country. This morning on the Talking Point we are asking you: How should President Ramaphosa's cabinet be restructured to benefit the economy?
GUEST: Dr. Iraj Abedian, a Chief economist at the Pan-African Investment and Research Services
Good morning South Africa, this morning the Talking Point is still coming to you live all the way from Kenya. We are at the Radisson Blu hotel in Nairobi, for the Africa Shared Value Summit, which creates awareness of and advocates for the implementation of the Shared Value business model on the African continent. This is the second day of the Summit, and today the Summit will cover industries that are on the forefront of technological change – energy and manufacturing. The challenges facing our continent require more than good intentions: innovation will be key to Africa’s future growth. SAfm is the official media partner for the summit. This event also serves as an Africa Day Campaign for the station for the past three years. The Africa Shared Value Summit will is a platform for executives and practitioners, challenging established ideas about business by focusing on enhancing business competitiveness while improving social and environmental conditions...
guest: Nozipho January Bardill, Ambassador of the Shared Value Initiative guest: Tiekie Barnard, CEO of the Shared Value Initiative
Good morning South Africa, this morning the Talking Point is still coming to you live all the way from Kenya. We are at the Radisson Blu hotel in Nairobi, for the Africa Shared Value Summit, which creates awareness of and advocates for the implementation of the Shared Value business model on the African continent. This is the second day of the Summit, and today the Summit will cover industries that are on the forefront of technological change – energy and manufacturing. The challenges facing our continent require more than good intentions: innovation will be key to Africa’s future growth. SAfm is the official media partner for the summit. This event also serves as an Africa Day Campaign for the station for the past three years. The Africa Shared Value Summit will is a platform for executives and practitioners, challenging established ideas about business by focusing on enhancing business competitiveness while improving social and environmental conditions…
Guest: Maria Cristina Papetti, Head of sustainability projects and practice sharing at Enel Group
Good morning South Africa, this morning the Talking Point is still coming to you live all the way from Kenya. We are at the Radisson Blu hotel in Nairobi, for the Africa Shared Value Summit, which creates awareness of and advocates for the implementation of the Shared Value business model on the African continent. This is the second day of the Summit, and today the Summit will cover industries that are on the forefront of technological change – energy and manufacturing. The challenges facing our continent require more than good intentions: innovation will be key to Africa’s future growth. SAfm is the official media partner for the summit. This event also serves as an Africa Day Campaign for the station for the past three years. The Africa Shared Value Summit will is a platform for executives and practitioners, challenging established ideas about business by focusing on enhancing business competitiveness while improving social and environmental conditions...
Guest: Sanda Ojiambo, Head of Corporate responsibility at Safaricom
It’s very clear that women are still under-represented in the tech industry/sector. Today we ask, How do we ensure and encourage woman more women to get into the tech sector?
GUEST: Lynette - Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer Useful and Beautiful
Good morning South Africa, this morning the Talking Point is still coming to you live all the way from Kenya. We are at the Radisson Blu hotel in Nairobi, for the Africa Shared Value Summit, which creates awareness of and advocates for the implementation of the Shared Value business model on the African continent. This is the second day of the Summit, and today the Summit will cover industries that are on the forefront of technological change – energy and manufacturing. The challenges facing our continent require more than good intentions: innovation will be key to Africa’s future growth. SAfm is the official media partner for the summit. This event also serves as an Africa Day Campaign for the station for the past three years. The Africa Shared Value Summit will is a platform for executives and practitioners, challenging established ideas about business by focusing on enhancing business competitiveness while improving social and environmental conditions.
Guest: Moses Musyoka-Muthui, Strategy Director of the Barclays Bank of Kenya
How is Africa rising and how Corporate Africa is contributing to the good news experiences to the broader world stage and what African’s can do to set the tone for African Globalization?
Africa Day is a good opportunity to reflect on what there is to celebrate, explore, debate and reframe. Corporate Africa, needs to contribute more effectively the good news experiences and viewpoints to the broader world stage in meaningful, accessible and practical ways to be examined, debated and celebrated.
GUEST: Bebe Adeoye - Business consultant with over 20 years’ experience in multinational companies across Africa, Asia and Europe including companies such as Schneider Electric and BP.
Good morning South Africa, this morning the Talking Point is coming to you live all the way from Kenya. We are at the Radisson Blu hotel in Nairobi, for the Africa Shared Value Summit, which creates awareness of and advocates for the implementation of the Shared Value business model on the African continent. This year's Summit will take place from the 23-24 May. The theme is Africa's Business Growth - Grounded in Collaboration and the Summit's speaker tracks will focus on key African/Kenyan industries: energy, entrepreneurship, the environment, healthcare, infrastructure and manufacturing. The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals are, as always, included in the Summit as a way for business to focus their purpose, find business opportunities, and achieve maximum impact at scale. SAfm is the official media partner for the summit. This event also serves as an Africa Day Campaign for the station for the past three years. The Africa Shared Value Summit will is a platform for executives and practitioners, challenging established ideas about business by focusing on enhancing business competitiveness while improving social and environmental conditions...
guest: Emmastella Gakuo
Good morning South Africa, this morning the Talking Point is coming to you live all the way from Kenya. We are at the Radisson Blu hotel in Nairobi, for the Africa Shared Value Summit, which creates awareness of and advocates for the implementation of the Shared Value business model on the African continent. This year's Summit will take place from the 23-24 May. The theme is Africa's Business Growth - Grounded in Collaboration and the Summit's speaker tracks will focus on key African/Kenyan industries: energy, entrepreneurship, the environment, healthcare, infrastructure and manufacturing. The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals are, as always, included in the Summit as a way for business to focus their purpose, find business opportunities, and achieve maximum impact at scale. SAfm is the official media partner for the summit. This event also serves as an Africa Day Campaign for the station for the past three years. The Africa Shared Value Summit will is a platform for executives and practitioners, challenging established ideas about business by focusing on enhancing business competitiveness while improving social and environmental conditions...
guest: Kojo Parris
Good morning South Africa, this morning the Talking Point is coming to you live all the way from Kenya. We are at the Radisson Blu hotel in Nairobi, for the Africa Shared Value Summit, which creates awareness of and advocates for the implementation of the Shared Value business model on the African continent. This year's Summit will take place from the 23-24 May. The theme is Africa's Business Growth - Grounded in Collaboration and the Summit's speaker tracks will focus on key African/Kenyan industries: energy, entrepreneurship, the environment, healthcare, infrastructure and manufacturing. The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals are, as always, included in the Summit as a way for business to focus their purpose, find business opportunities, and achieve maximum impact at scale. SAfm is the official media partner for the summit. This event also serves as an Africa Day Campaign for the station for the past three years. The Africa Shared Value Summit will is a platform for executives and practitioners, challenging established ideas about business by focusing on enhancing business competitiveness while improving social and environmental conditions...
GUEST: Jane Mwangi, who is the director of the KCB Foundation.
South Africa has a serious unemployment problem, particularly among young people. Despite the existing initiatives from government and other stakeholders the number still continues to sky-rocket according to unemployed youth statistics. We also still live in anytime where right after varsity or even school, young people still go straight into the work environment with no preparation of how to conduct themselves or what to expect. How ready are young people for the workplace? Why is workplace readiness essential for young people to flourish in the workplace?
GUEST: Nomsa Chauke- Founder of Platfrom4Change (an NPO addressing two main areas of focus : Youth unemployment and illiteracy among young people).
Good morning South Africa, this morning the Talking Point is coming to you live all the way from Kenya. We are at the Radisson Blu hotel in Nairobi, for the Africa Shared Value Summit, which creates awareness of and advocates for the implementation of the Shared Value business model on the African continent. This year's Summit will take place from the 23-24 May. The theme is Africa's Business Growth - Grounded in Collaboration and the Summit's speaker tracks will focus on key African/Kenyan industries: energy, entrepreneurship, the environment, healthcare, infrastructure and manufacturing. The 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals are, as always, included in the Summit as a way for business to focus their purpose, find business opportunities, and achieve maximum impact at scale. SAfm is the official media partner for the summit. This event also serves as an Africa Day Campaign for the station for the past three years. The Africa Shared Value Summit will is a platform for executives and practitioners, challenging established ideas about business by focusing on enhancing business competitiveness while improving social and environmental conditions...
GUEST: Khanyi Chaba, Head of Responsible Business at Old Mutual Limited.
Self Leadership is having a developed sense of who you are, what you can do, where you are going coupled with the ability to influence your communication. Today we ask, how do we create a culture self-leadership first before leading others especially in today’s society?
Guest: Tshidi Pila –Founder and Managing Director of Imperative Transformation Journey, Life Coach and Talk Show host.
There is an advert that says the next World war will not be fought over the ideologues or who possesses super powers and advanced warfare capabilities but it will be fought over water . Mhlathuze Waters mission is to provide and expand affordable, sustainable, quality and reliable regional water and wastewater services to stakeholders as improve quality of life and contribute to development. Today on The Talking Point we ask, what role does Mhlathuze Water play in collecting, preserving and distributing clean water to households and communities?
GUEST: Thabi Shange- Mhlathuze Water Board Chairperson
Zimbabwe is again at risk of fresh protests this after the cash-strapped government announced a massive fuel price hike after the country's central bank said it would no longer provide fuel dealers with funding for petrol and diesel. According to the Zimbabwe's Energy regulating authority prices increased by 46 percent for petrol and 49 percent for diesel taking the price up just over 20 rands per litre. Violent protests rocked Zimbabwe in January after government hiked fuel prices by around 150 percent. This morning we will examine the country's spiraling economic meltdown and also discuss why the country decide to introduce a new local currency..
GUEST: Dr Peter Karungu who is a lecturer, at the Wits School of Economic and Business Sciences
Since the widespread outbreak of xenophobic violence in many townships during 2008, it seems to have become a feature of service delivery protests in working class communities. What starts out as a protest against poor service delivery in terms housing issues or crime and inadequate policing often escalates into violence and looting that targets spaza shops owned by African or Asian migrants. In today's show we take a closer look at service delivery protests and specifically the problem of xenophobic violence that accompanies it. With us to discuss this we have…
GUESTS: 1. Dr. Trevor Ngwane, of the United Front: 079 030 7657 2. Prince Abenge, former General Secretary of the African Diaspora Forum and currently working for Africa Unite
Nigeria, also known as Africa's giant is widely known for its petroleum production and exportation as a major source of the nation’s economy .It remains the largest oil producer in Africa and the 12th largest producer in the world. Nigerians can be found in every part of the globe greatly representing the nation in different sectors such as entertainment, education, and business but there is also a global perception that Nigerian nationals are associated with wrongdoing/ criminal activities such as crime, drug dealing human trafficking and more. Why is this so and is this a fair perception?
GUEST (In studio): Adekunle Owolabi who is a Nigerian born Journalist and Tech Developer.
Time now for our regular slot African Perspective, which will now be known as the Global Perspective as we broaden our reach by moving beyond the African continent. This morning we are profiling the United Kingdom, a state made up of the historic countries of England, Wales and Scotland, as well as Northern Ireland. But this morning we will narrow our focus on England. England is the largest constituent part of the United Kingdom, and accounts for 83 per cent of its population and most of its economic activity…
GUEST: Nigel Casey, the British High Commissioner to South Africa
Why are Muslims and their faith viewed as a threat or an enemy in some parts of the world, especially the West? Prior to 9/11, there was virtually nothing published that related to Muslims or Islam in the United States, but the attack saw a certain notion of demonizing Islam. Many of you will recall how a gunman walked into the Al Noor mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand and opened fire. During the course of his killing spree there, and at the Linwood Islamic Centre, 51 people were killed in their place of worship for no other reason. The killer had decided that their faith meant that they deserved to die. This morning on the Talking Point we look at why Muslims and their faith are being demonized in some parts of the world and try to understand why voices across Western and European societies have considered Islamophobia to be fair and justified…
GUESTS: Sheikh Rafeek Hassen, who is the Director and Founder of the Islamic Interfaith Research Institute
"We never really dealt with the subject last week. We only dealt with how much life assurance one needs, and I dealt with covering debt and education, but not on-going living. I would also like to continue as to why premiums differ from company to company."
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Why do gay fathers face stigma as parents? Even as parenting by same-sex couples is becoming more common in South Africa? This morning on the Talking Point we will look at why many gay men and their families still experience discrimination and are stigmatized by society. We will also look at the myth that children, who are exposed to gay and lesbian parents, may eventually become homosexual. A landmark ruling in South Africa in 2017 paved the way for same-sex couples to access paid-parental leave. What are your thoughts on that?
GUEST : Gavin Prins, who is a Publicist, Author, Managing Director at Red Dot Marketing and Communications.
Time for our regular Monday feature Legally Speaking. This morning we will be speaking to legal expert to talk to us about how legal representation works, this in light of legal practice act and new Legal Practice Council which will regulate all legal practitioners and juristic entities by November this year. In 2014, then President Jacob Zuma signed the Legal Practice Bill into law, which paved the way for the establishment of the Legal Practice Council. This meant that all lawyers - both advocates and attorneys - would fall under a single regulatory body for the first time. So this morning we will look at what is legal representation, how the process of lawyers representing their clients in court works, the costs affiliated with such legal representation and the work that the lawyers do during the proceedings.
GUEST: Tshepho Mojapelo, of Mojapelo Attorneys.
British Prime Minister, Theresa May has promised to set a timetable for the election of her successor after the next Brexit vote in the first week of June. This follows a meeting between May and senior Tory MPs. Boris Johnson says he will run for leader once May leaves. May has come under increasing pressure to leave Downing Street this summer, amid the Brexit impasse and poor results for the Conservatives in the recent local elections in England…
GUEST: Professor Patrick Bond, who is a professor of political economy at the Wits University School of Governance in Johannesburg
This morning we will examine some of the top stories making headlines here and abroad. We will also look at the future of print media in South Africa…
GUEST: Tshamano Makhadi, who is a Broadcast Specialist Lecturer at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) and also a media expert
The abortion issue is largely focused on dealing with the rights of the foetus and the mother, at times the rights and concerns of the father are rarely discussed. Sometimes the mother wants an abortion and the father wants her to have the baby. Is an abortion ever morally wrong because it transgresses the father's rights? This morning on the Talking Point we will discuss whether men and women should have an equal say when it comes to decisions around abortions?
GUEST: Ms Lebo Ramofoka, CEO of the Soul City Institute.
The Malawi Electoral Commission has begun distributing ballot materials to polling stations ahead of next Tuesday's presidential and parliamentary elections. Incumbent president Peter Mutharika will be seeking a second and final term, while his vice president, Saulos Chilima, who left the ruling party in 2018 and is running to defeat Mutharika. President Peter Mutharika has since dissolved his 20 member-cabinet.
GUESTS: Undule Mwakasungula, who is a Malawian Human Rights and government activist and also a consultant
Yesterday the SABC advised all staff members who work at the Radio Park building in Auckland Park, Johannesburg to only report for work on Monday, as clean-up operations were still on-going following Tuesday's diesel spillage. For the latest update on the situation we are now joined on the line by SABC spokesperson, Vuyo Mthembu…
GUEST: Vuyo Mthembu, SABC spokesperson
Quality Filtration Systems (QFS), the V&A Waterfront desalination plant owner, has terminated its water supply contract with the City of Cape Town. The City was notified of this decision on 7 May. The City is disappointed with this unilateral decision and is now considering the legal ramifications," according to a 9 May media statement from the City. Quality Filtration Systems (QFS) was founded in 1996 and has been supplying filtration and water treatment equipment to the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, industrial and mining sectors and also to municipalities.
GUEST: Musawenkosi Ndlovu, Director of Quality Filtration Systems
This morning we are going to profile one of our own, Rhulani Baloyi. She is a TV presenter, SABC Journalist, Motivational Speaker and Casual Day ambassador. Rhulani is best known for co-hosting the SABC1 youth talk show Shift and she was also the talk show presenter of SAFM's Intune, which used to broadcast live every Saturday. Intune was a youth programme which includes Takalani Sesame and Soul Buddyz, among many others. She is a multi-talented woman, who excels in everything she does, this despite being visually-impaired. This morning she will be co-hosting the final few minutes of the Talking Point with me. But first let’s get to know who Rhulani is…
GUEST: Rhulani Baloyi, a TV presenter, SABC Journalist, Motivational Speaker and Casual Day ambassador.
Sudan's public prosecutor has charged ousted President Omar al-Bashir with incitement and involvement in the killing of protesters during the mass protests that led to the end of his decades-long rule, as security forces reportedly opened fire on demonstrators with live rounds. Bashir is also facing an investigation over allegations of money laundering and financing of terrorism. The charges were announced as Sudan's military council and opposition groups reached an agreement on a power structure for the country's transition. For more we are joined on the line all the way in Sudan by Ahmed Elzobier, a researcher on Sudan for the rights group Amnesty International…
GUEST: Ahmed Elzobier, a researcher on Sudan for the rights group Amnesty International
Statistics South Africa revealed an increase in the unemployment rate. It reported that the number of unemployed people increased by 62-thousand to six-point-two-million in the first quarter of the year. The country's unemployment rate was recorded at 27-point-six per cent in the first quarter of this year from 27-point-one per cent in the fourth quarter of 2018. This morning on the Talking Point we will look at innovative solutions for unemployment, such as entrepreneurship...
GUESTS: Gugulethu Xaba, Founder and Chairman Adamo Holdings (Pty) Ltd.
The SABC has advised all staff members who work at the Radio Park building in Auckland Park, not to report for duty today, as clean-up operations are still underway following yesterday's diesel spillage. The public broadcasters’ internal systems had switched from City Power to its back-up generator following a power outage. This morning we will look at the Importance of health and safety in the workplace…
GUEST: Kabelo Selesho, CEO of Isipho Sempilo SHEQ Solutions, Health and Safety Specialist
The grandson of Hendrik Verwoerd, Wynand Boshoff is making his way to the sixth Parliament. Boshoff is leader of the Freedom Front Plus (FF+) in the Northern Cape which managed to win 1 seat in the provincial legislature post-elections. Verwoerd was an Afrikaner nationalist who is dubbed the architect of apartheid. Boshoff says he is ready to take on the new challenge.
GUEST: Dr Wynand Boshoff, Who is the leader of the Freedom Front Plus, in the Northern Cape
Recently, one of the largest and most powerful trade unions in the country, the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) was again in the news. This time, not so much for its strike activity, but rather the Department of Labour's threat to deregister the union. Some have speculated that this was due to the trade union's strike activity in the mining industry and opposition to Cosatu affiliated and ANC aligned, National Union of Mineworkers (NUM). In today's show we explore this development and more broadly the role of the state in regulating trade unions.
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Terry Bell, who is an Independent Labour Analyst
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Ms Sellinah Mahlangu, Directorate for Collective Bargaining at the Department of Labour
We are now in conversation with Themba Godi, the leader of the African People's Convention, APC. Themba Godi has chaired the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, SCOPA, for the last 14 years. Godi will not be returning to parliament as his party failed to secure enough votes to keep its seat in the National Assembly. The APC garnered just over 19 thousand votes in the elections.
GUEST: Themba Godi, the leader of the African People's Convention, APC
This morning we are in conversation with SABC Economics editor, Thandeka Gqubule-Mbeki to look at South Africa's economy post the recent general elections, this also in the wake of the unemployment rate which has increased to its highest level since late 2017. Stats South Africa recorded it at 27.6% at the end of the 1st quarter of 2019. For the latest outlook on the country's economy, Thandeka Gqubule-Mbeki now joins me in studio...
GUEST: SABC Economics editor, Thandeka Gqubule-Mbeki
We are now in conversation with Gideon du Plessis, the General Secretary of Solidarity. The trade union says it is disappointed with AngloGold Ashanti's announcement that it would possibly sell Mponeng, its only remaining mine in South Africa, along with all its other mining operations…
GUEST: Gideon du Plessis, the General Secretary of Solidarity
Time now for our regular slot African Perspective, which will now be known as the Global Perspective as we broaden our reach by moving beyond the African continent. This morning we are profiling Russia - the largest country on earth, which emerged from a decade of post-Soviet economic and political turmoil to seek to reassert itself as a world power. For more on the country
GUEST: Alexander Kulyaev - Second Secretary Press-Attaché for the Russian Embassy in the Republic of South Africa
Time now for our regular Tuesday slot; Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch. This morning we are going to deal with: How much life insurance do I need, and why do premiums vary from company to company when it comes to not only life assurance, but disability and dreaded disease?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
This morning we are in conversation with former ANC provincial chairperson and North West Premier, Supra Mahumapelo. Mahumapelo was removed from serving as premier in 2018, and the party's provincial executive committee following protracted and violent protests in the province. Job Mokgoro was appointed to replace Mahumapelo. Mahumapelo and his supporters, however, won two high court bids challenging the disbanding of the provincial executive committee. This morning we will speak to Supra Mahumapelo about attempts to on his life, his tenure as premier and ANC chair in the province and how the ANC should go about delivering services to people in the province after its win in the general elections...
GUEST: Supra Mahumapelo, former ANC provincial chairperson and North West Premier
The situation is escalating in Iran .This could destabilize the many things including starting a world war. What’s next?
GUEST: Mr Ibrahim Deen, Researcher at the Afro Middle East Centre
In the past, strong research from the field of positive psychology has shown that universally money adds to our happiness only up to a certain point. How true is this? Today we ask can money buy you success and happiness.
GUEST: Douglas Kruger, who is the Author of “Is your thinking keeping you poor?” 5o Ways the Rich Think Differently and Award Winning Speaker. He is the only speaker in Africa to have won the Southern African Championships for Public Speaking a record five times.
ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has led the party to its sixth electoral victory but this could be its last chance. We are now in conversation with Richard Calland, an Associate Professor in Public Law, at the University of Cape Town, who says the ANC's domination has been in decline since 2009. In four successive national and local government elections since former party president Jacob Zuma entered office that year, the ANC's share of the vote has fallen. The party's leaders know it, but find it hard to accept.
GUEST: Richard Calland, an Associate Professor in Public Law, at the University of Cape Town
Fred Brownell, the designer of South Africa's first democratic flag, passed away at his home in Pretoria on Friday. He died at the age of 79. The flag was adopted on the twenty-seventh of April 1994, during the country's first democratic general election, to replace the flag that had been used since 1928. The new national flag was chosen as a symbol of South Africa's new democracy. Recently the Equality Court had been hearing arguments around the call to ban the old South African flag. The Nelson Mandela Foundation wants the apartheid era flag banned and declared unconstitutional. Meanwhile Afrikaner lobby group Afriforum is opposing the Foundation's application. This morning on the Talking Point we will look at the symbolism behind South Africa’s first democratic flag…
GUEST: Nathi Mthethwa, the Minister of Arts and Culture
This morning we will continue celebrating the life of one of South Africa's most loved and influential musicians, MaBrr ... The Madonna of the Townships ... The Queen of African Pop, Brenda Fassie. Fassie who died in 2004 left an indelible mark on the South African music scene. Her songs are still played at parties and weddings. For more on the live and times of Brenda Fassie we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Sipho "Hotstix" Mabuse, a South African music icon, who has worked closely with Brenda Fassie
ANC is retaining its grip on the Eastern Cape. As vote counting continues, the ANC in the Eastern Cape has garnered over 68 percent of the vote, followed by the DA with over 15 percent and the EFF with over seven percent in the province.
GUEST: Lulama Ngcukayitobi, ANC provincial secretary
We are now in conversation with Premier candidate for the DA in the Western Cape, Alan Winde, who says they are optimistic that the party will retain power in the province. Support for the DA and ANC are down in the Western Cape according to the latest provisional election results. Vote counting has been completed in over 94 percent of voting stations. The provincial IEC is expected to give its final media briefing on the elections today.
GUEST: Alan Winde, DA Western Cape premier candidate
For governments to function optimally there must be a good relationship between politicians and administrators. We are now in conversation with Tania Ajam, who is an Associate professor, in public financial management at the University Of Stellenbosch School Of Public Leadership. Professor Ajam says the uncertainty about lines of accountability, especially in relation to public financial management, arises in part from gaps with the existing legislative and policy frameworks. She says stronger laws can keep politicians from meddling in financial decisions.
GUEST: Tania Ajam, who is an Associate professor, in public financial management at the University Of Stellenbosch School Of Public Leadership.
The Independent Electoral Commission said 55% of voters who registered to vote are female and 45% male. In 2014 voter turnout was significantly higher among women than men, so we have been seeing more women come forward in the last years. With issues like gender discrimination, abuse & other issues women in SA face, it’s important that their voice is heard. Why is the women vote so critical? Joining us on the line is Tasneem Essop…..
GUEST: Tasneem Essop, who is a Political Analyst and Researcher at the Society, Work & Politics Institute (SWOP) at Wits University.
The Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) says it will conduct an audit to establish whether there was double voting at specific polling stations. At least nineteen people were arrested in three KwaZulu-Natal municipalities for "double voting", thus far. This morning we are in conversation with Advocate Pansy Tlakula, former chair of the Electoral Commission of South Africa and current chairperson of the Information Regulator, to look at some of the challenges facing the IEC
GUEST: Advocate Pansy Tlakula, former chair of the Electoral Commission of South Africa and current chairperson of the Information Regulator
This morning we are in conversation with Law professor Steve Cornelius, who last year resigned from the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) disciplinary tribunal following the announcement of the new laws on female testosterone regulations. Recently Olympic 800-meters champion Caster Semenya lost her appeal against the IAAF's rules that entail female athletes with high natural levels of testosterone must take medication to reduce it. Professor Steve Cornelius, the Head of the Department of Private Law at the University of Pretoria, says forcing female athletes to take unnecessary medication is immoral. Semenya's lawyers are considering appealing the ruling.
GUEST: Professor Steve Cornelius, the Head of the Department of Private Law at the University of Pretoria
The ANC is projected to win 57.3% of the national vote and will drop below 50% in Gauteng, this according to the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).
GUEST: FIKILE MBALULA, ANC HEAD OF CAMPAIGNS
The Freedom Front Plus says more voters are supporting the party because it keeps its promises, unlike other parties. The FF Plus is making a relatively strong showing in the national race for votes in early counting nationwide.
GUEST: Wouter Wessels, Who is the Head of Campaigns for the Freedom Front Plus
The Legacy Centre – An accounting firm committed to the responsible transformation of South Africa and an empowerment paradigm that is rooted in sustainable wealth creation.
Millycent Mashele is the founder of The Legacy Centre, one of the few blacked and women led accounting and consulting firms in South Africa. The business offers a comprehensive range of business solutions from advisory, taxation, accounting and audit services. Millycent says her vision is to create, anchor and preserve business legacies by enhancing financial skills to other businesses. The Legacy Centre is also committed to an empowerment paradigm that is rooted in sustainable wealth creation. Today she joins us in studio to talk to us about running a black owned accounting firm, the challenges they have encountered as a business and what she hopes will improve/grow in the business sector after the elections? GUEST: (In Studio) Millycent Mashele – Founder of the legacy Centre
With all eyes on this year's final election results, we now speak to Mike Law, who is a project coordinator and chief researcher at the Political Party Co-operation and Building and Sustaining of Coalitions initiative, about how coalitions may unfold in certain provinces. So will political parties’ band together to form a coalition as we saw in the major metropolitan councils of the City of Johannesburg, Tshwane and Nelson Mandela Bay following the 2016 municipal election? For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Mike Law, who is a project coordinator and chief researcher at the Political Party Co-operation and Building and Sustaining of Coalitions initiative
Yesterday roughly 26.7 million registered South African voters casted their ballots in the country's sixth democratic elections. A record-breaking 48 political parties contested these elections. Yesterday voting closed at nine in the evening and counting resumed immediately afterwards. The election results will be officially announced on Saturday evening. For the latest we are now joined in studio by…
GUEST: Janet Love, vice chairperson of Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC)
Yesterday Justice and Correctional Services Minister Michael Masutha visited two of South Africa's biggest correctional facilities, the Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Centre in Pretoria and the Johannesburg Correctional Centre, to assess their state of readiness to participate in South Africa's sixth democratic national and provincial elections. For the latest on the preparations that have been made to enable offenders to vote at various correctional centres around the country,
GUEST: Michael Masutha, Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
National Police Commissioner Khehla Sithole has assured electoral officers working at identified hot spots in the North West, that they will be protected by law enforcement officers. The area is one of the IEC hotspots going into today’s elections - following 5-months of protests last year…
GUEST: Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone, Provincial Police spokesperson
Police Minister General Bheki Cele says more than fifty one thousand police officers will be deployed at voting stations across the country. He's identified KwaZulu-Natal and North West as the high-risk provinces where possible protests could disrupt voting.
GUEST: Brigadier Jay Naicker, Police Spokesperson in KwaZulu Natal
Sudan is in the middle of a revolution. Protesters who deposed former President Omar al-Bashir, who ruled for 30 years, want a civilian-led government. According to Sudan's military council says it will not allow civilians a majority on the supreme council, set to rule the country during a transitional period. Protest leaders have accused the military of not negotiating in good faith and promoting the interests of Bashir. For the latest we are now joined on the line by Sabir Ebrahim, a Representative of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement, here in South Africa…
GUEST: Sabir Ebrahim, a Representative of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement, here in South Africa
The Breaking Down Borders Summit is a gathering of young leaders from diverse backgrounds who occupy leadership roles in vast fields with the aim of driving inter-country relations. This year’s theme is “Reclaim Africa!” which is a call to action for young people to take ownership of the future of the continent. With this and with it being Africa Month we ask, how we can remain united as Africans especially during this time, election time? What do young South Africans consider to be ‘African Unity’, what does it looks like to them and how it can be achieved?
GUEST: Sophie Kanza - Congolese-South African peace and anti-xenophobia activist GUEST :Lesego Mosikare - South African youth activist.
Last week Tuesday we dealt with finance related questions that came in during the month of April and we didn’t get to answer all your questions pertaining to retirement plans, Investment portfolios and other financial issues, so this morning on Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch we will continue to answer your questions…
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The Islamic Interfaith Research Institute says voting in the 2019 general election does not go against the religion even though it falls during the holy fasting month of Ramadan. According to Founder and director of the Institute, Rafiq Hassen, the start of Ramadan will begin today as per the lunar calendar that they follow. This morning we will get to understand what the month of Ramadan entails…
GUEST: Nurudean Ssempa, the Deputy Director of the Muslim Refugee Association of South Africa
Should South Africa consider taxing its wealthy citizens to bridge the income gap between the rich and the poor? This morning we are in conversation with Professor Ingrid Woolard, Dean, Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, at Stellenbosch University. Professor Woolard says high wealth inequality creates an imbalance of political power between citizens as the wealthy can potentially influence the political process unfairly. She says this can, in turn, reduce the optimum workings of a democracy. To elaborate further on this, she now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Professor Ingrid Woolard, Dean, Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, at Stellenbosch University
Are you blacklisted? Or have you been unfairly blacklisted? The word "Blacklisting" is a term commonly used by credit providers to threaten or coerce people with outstanding debt to pay up. This morning, we turn our focus on unfairly being blacklisted, How to handle it, How to clear your name from it and what legal recourse one has if they have been unfairly blacklisted. Joining us on the line for this discussion is…
GUEST: Neil Roets - CEO of Debt Rescue
What are your thoughts on the calls for the establishment of a state owned bank in South Africa? Critics of the idea of a state owned bank have criticized the thought of it by citing the poor track record in the management of State Owned Enterprises (SOEs). This morning we will look at the role and purpose of a state bank, who stands to benefit from it and whether South Africa needs a stated-owned bank?
GUEST: Dr Johan Coetzee, who is a Senior Lecturer in Banking and Finance, at the Department of Economics and Finance, at the University of the Free State
The number of young South Africans under the age of 20, who have registered to participate in Wednesday's general election has declined to the lowest level since at least 1999, this according to data from the Independent Electoral Commission, IEC. Are South Africans just not interested in voting? Many have said that they just don't see any point in voting and that they also don't see a vote as a powerful instrument of democracy.
GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley, who is an Independent Political Analyst
National police Commissioner General Khehla Sithole is expected to visit Vuwani in Limpopo this morning. This follows threats by the pro-Makhado Task team in Vuwani that there will be no elections taking place in Vuwani. Community members will shut down the area tomorrow where they will have a mass meeting to pave a way forward on whether they will participate in Wednesday election or not. They are demanding that their area should be reincorporated into Makhado from the Collins Chabane local municipality.
GUEST: Sy Mamabolo, the chief electoral officer of the Independent Electoral Commission, IEC
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
GUEST: Moola
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
GUEST: mouba
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
guest: Andrew Hudson from FNB Acquisitions
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
guest: salisha
In the past year, the public-interest sector was shaken up by a number of reports of sexual harassment against women, allegedly perpetrated by powerful (often white) men in positions of power. This morning we talk about what the real causes of sexual harassment is, how perpetrators are able to emotionally manipulate their victims, abuse of power and how we can encourage women to speak out even if they are at risk
GUEST: Seehaam Samaai is a director of the Women’s Legal Centre.
The Mail & Guardian reported last week on the squalid conditions that black students in rural universities face (“UniZulu students’ accommodation conditions are ‘inhumane”). But those in charge are escaping blame. 25 years after democratic elections, why are students still living in shacks, Crammed together, without basic services, they walk far to campus, often in the dark, terrified of being mugged or raped?
GUEST: Bongekile Macupe is the education reporter at the Mail & Guardian
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
GUEST: Sonto Ndlovu
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
GUEST: Philani Shange, the deputy mayor of the Dr Dlamini Zuma Municipality in KZN,
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
GUEST: Sthembiso Madladla, Chairperson of the KZN Tourism Board
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world. guest: John Addison, Director of Wild Frontiers Africa
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
GUEST: Winile Mntungwa, Head of Durban Tourism
Yesterday we commemorated Labour Day and today we look at the plight of domestic workers, their role in society, rights and why they are underpaid. Do you have a written contract with them where their responsibilities as well as yours as employers are explicitly stated and agreed upon?
GUEST: Florence Nokuzola Mosepele - Managing director of Cleaners on Call
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
GUEST: Jenny Chetty, travel manager at Green Corridors
The Talking Point is coming to you live this morning from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre (Durban ICC), in KwaZulu-Natal. We are here for yet another gathering of the annual Africa's Travel Indaba. The Travel Indaba showcases the widest variety of Africa's best tourism products and attracts international buyers and media from across the world.
GUEST: Bashni Muthaya, Chief Strategy officer at South African Tourism
Four Rhodes University PhD Chemistry students have been awarded the top position in the 2019 Hult Prize Challenge, for their electronic and electrical waste management system. The 4 students; Nobuhle Ndebele, Lindokuhle Nene, Reitumetse Nkhahle and Gauta Matlou participated in the 2019 Hult Prize Regional Summit held at the Brookhouse International School in Nairobi, Kenya. For more on their international accolade I am now joined on the line by...
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Nobuhle Ndebele, 24,a PhD Chemistry student at Rhodes University
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Lindokuhle Nene, 25, a PhD Chemistry student at Rhodes University
The annual Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony will take place this coming Thursday at Westpark Cemetery, in Johannesburg from 12:00 Midday. The ceremony pays tribute to the strength and resilience of the Jewish people and all victims and survivors of the horrific Holocaust. This morning we are in conversation with Holocaust survivor, Irene Fainman, who was just 6 years old when she and her family were rounded up by the Nazis in Holland and sent to Westerbork Transit Camp. The year was 1942. Irene will tell her story during the annual Holocaust Commemoration Day ceremony this coming Thursday. But she joins us now in studio to tell us about how she managed to survive the horrendous conditions
GUEST : Irene Fainman, who is a Holocaust survivor
What are Markets, the all share price index, and indices? Such complex technical economic words are frequently used, not only in economic analyses and policy documents, but also in the general news media, such us our own market update. To better understand these economic jargon and yardsticks of economic performance we are now joined in studio by SABC Economics reporter, Nompumelelo Siziba
GUEST Nompumelelo Siziba, who is an SABC Economics reporter
Workers and their trade unions in South Africa and all over the world will be celebrating Mayday or Workers' Day this today. This morning we will be in conversation with the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) to discuss the plight of workers. From issues around better working conditions for workers, demands for the end of labour brokering and issues of the insourcing of workers and other challenges faced by workers and their unions… GUEST: Bheki Ntshalintshali, General Secretary for the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU)
There are 8 days to go until the General Election, so we decided to profile South Africa for our African Perspective feature. South Africa has one of the continent's biggest and most developed economies. Up until 1994 the country as many of you would know was ruled by a white minority government, which enforced a separation of races with its policy called apartheid. For more on the country we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Dr Petrus de Kock, General Manager for Research at Brand South Africa
This morning we continue our conversation on the role of the Office of the Ombud for Financial Services Providers. We are going to discuss some of the most common banking complaints received by the Ombudsman for Banking Services, such as fraud-related disputes, illegal debit orders, credit card problems, issues with Internet banking, cellphone banking or any other issues related to the sector. We will discuss the process one should follow when a bank client has a complaint about a bank product or service....
GUEST: Naresh Tulsie, the Ombud for Financial Services Providers
As this is the last Tuesday of the month, we will be dealing with questions that have come in during the month that are of a similar nature. Whether it is questions about your retirement plan, Investment portfolio or any other financial related questions…
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Journalist Ranjeni Munusamy recently posted on Twitter that I quote: "The Switch of SASSA payments to the South African Post Office are a fiasco. My mother's card was scammed and when reported it, found out there is widespread duplication of cards in Northern KwaZulu Natal. The Post Office staff says they can't do anything and SASSA says it’s not their problem", close quote. To respond to this issue,
GUEST: Paseka Letsatsi, Spokesperson for the South Africa Social Security Agency (SASSA)
Leftists, Rightists, Communists, Socialists, Capitalists. You have all heard about these different political ideologies. This morning we will explore the leftist ideology in South Africa and examine whether this ideology is credible and appealing. The term Left, in politics, is the portion of the political spectrum associated in general with the doctrine that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities. So should South Africa relook its leftists political alignment, this as we see a rise in right-wing politics all across the world? Such a rise is evident with the election victory of far-right candidate Jair Bolsonaro, in Brazil. Additionally, far-right parties made the most significant gains in Italy, Poland, Slovenia, Slovakia, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, and Estonia, winning 5 percent more in vote shares. U.S Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, noted for its anti-establishment and anti-illegal immigration rhetoric, was characterized as that of a right-wing populist. Leftist political figure Hillary Clinton was left dumbfounded by her 2016 election defeat at the hands of Trump. GUEST: Faith Abiodun – Director of the International Relations Council at the African Leadership Academy
South Africans have been dealing with debit order scams for a few years now and they still continue to happen. The R99 debit has always been the main and major problem but others are higher. What is the way forward when it comes to these illegal debit order scams?
GUEST: Walter Volker, Chief Executive Officer of the Payments Association of South Africa (PASA)
Universities normally groom students for the workplace and as leaders but are they grooming students into entrepreneurs? This morning we will look at Entrepreneurship education and how can universities help reduce unemployment?
GUEST: Emmanuel Sir Bonoko, an award winning entrepreneur and Founder of EBonoko Holdings and EBonoko Foundation
The Nelson Mandela Foundation and AfriForum are currently in the Equality Court this morning to argue for and against whether the display of the old South African flag constitutes hate speech. AfriForum insists that the display of the flag does not in any way constitute hate speech...
GUEST: Ernst Roets, deputy CEO of AfriForum
On the first of May, South Africa will celebrate Worker's Day, also known as May Day. The day celebrates the role played by Trade Unions, the Communist Party and other labour movements in the struggle against Apartheid. May Day was born from the industrial struggle for an eight-hour day. The holiday is widely celebrated, with as many as 80 countries honouring the date and what it stands for. This morning we will discuss the significance of May Day and examine some of the current challenges facing workers and labour unions
GUEST: Zwelinzima Vavi, Secretary General for the South African Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu)
South African businesswoman and president of the South African Mining Development Association, Bridgette Radebe has been accused of meddling in Botswana's succession politics. She has been accused of being involved in a campaign to topple President Mokgweetsi Masisi. Bridgette Radebe has now been issued with travel restrictions following the allegations.
GUEST: Lindiwe Zulu, ANC Chairperson of the International Relations Subcommittee
How does one become an election observer? What are the selection criteria? Does one need former observation experience? As many of you may know election observation is a valuable tool for improving the quality of elections. So to better understand the selection process, we are now joined on the line by Janet Love, vice chairperson of Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC)
GUEST: Janet Love, IEC vice chairperson
There are 9 days to go until the General Election, over the weekend South Africans abroad casted their vote on a day that coincides with Freedom Day. About 30- thousand worldwide registered to vote. This morning we are going to speak to some of the citizens living abroad, who casted their vote over the weekend…
GUEST: Susanna Chung, who is a former diplomat, lawyer, policy analyst, and consultant, living in New Zealand
GUEST: Thembi Kola, a South African working in New York, in America:
GUEST: Dianke Nel, who is a former journalist and current affairs producer for RSG at SABC and now a teacher in Beijing, the capital of China
The Electoral Commission says the votes of those residing abroad will still be kept secret, despite concerns about their ballots being placed in two envelopes. Around 30 thousand South Africans living abroad cast their votes as South Africa marked Freedom Day over the weekend - hoping to make a difference in the 2019 General Elections. The rest of South Africa goes to the polls on May eighth. This morning we are in conversation with Nigel Casey, the British High Commissioner to South Africa, who 25 years ago had the privilege to serve as an Observer in South Africa's first democratic elections. This morning on the Talking Point we will examine the role of International election observers?
GUEST: Nigel Casey, the British High Commissioner to South Africa
South Africa Celebrates Freedom Day on 27 April, this is an annual celebration of South Africa's first non-racial democratic elections of 1994 but how is the country’s economy looking today. How far has South Africa come economically? Has South Africa achieved economic freedom?
GUEST: Dr Iraj Abedian- Economist and CEO of Pan-African Investment and Research Services
Distinguished South Africans and imminent foreign nationals were all honoured with the National Order of Ikhamanga at the Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria Yesterday. Some of the recipients included greats in the fields of arts, sports, journalism and academia. Such as music legend and sensation Yvonne Chaka Chaka-Mhinga, veteran actor Mary Twala Mhlongo, journalist Mathata Tsedu, Cricket great Jaques Kallis and one of the country's best mathematics teacher William Smith. This morning we are in conversation with internationally recognized South African singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, humanitarian and actress Yvonne Chaka Chaka-Mhinga, who has been honoured with an Order of Ikhamanga in silver for her excellent contribution to the field of music and her contribution to social cohesion. This morning we will speak to MaYvonne about what significant strides have been made in terms of freedom of artistic creativity in South Africa GUEST: Yvonne Chaka Chaka-Mhinga, who is an internationally recognized South African singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, humanitarian and actress
As soon as Ministers are sworn in, they take responsibility for the policies and actions of their respective departments. They also answer to questions, oversee policy initiatives, even when they have no experience in the portfolio area. But how do they gain such administrative competence? Knowledge about their respective portfolios and get accustomed to the programs or decisions that were taken or left by their predecessors? And how do they gain media confidence?
GUEST: Phumla Williams, the Acting Director General for Government Communication and Information System
South Africa needs a 'Digital New Deal' and the provisional findings of the Competition Market Inquiry into data services contain core elements of such a deal, this according to Minister of Economic Development, Ebrahim Patel, who was responding to a report released by the Competition Market Inquiry into data prices. Minister Patel says data costs and access are critical to economic performance and social well-being.
GUEST: Ebrahim Patel, Minister of Economic Development
South Africans celebrate Freedom Day on April 27 every year to mark the country's first democratic elections in 1994. A quarter of a century later, though, questions remain: how much and whose freedom is to be celebrated?
GUEST: Professor Henning Melber, Senior Research at the Nordic Africa Institute
Swimming is a skill that is far-removed from black people because of social class. Swimming pools are expensive to build and maintain, and swimming classes can be expensive for black parents in townships. Over 50 people lost their lives in the KZN floods. Could some of these victims have drowned? How can we ensure that children from underprivileged communities are taught how to swim?
GUEST: Athisten Cooper - Director of Making Waves Together South Africa
People with disabilities were often underrepresented and underutilized in the workplace but now we are seeing a change. We ask, how do we ensure that people living with disabilities are exposed to equal business opportunities?
GUEST: Sebenzile Matsebula - Founder of Motswako Office Systems
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Former leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA), Tony Leon Is back on the campaign trail for the party. Tony Leon led the DA from its inception in 2000 until 2007. On Tuesday former President Thabo Mbeki announced that he will be campaigning for the ANC stating that people should vote for the ANC because it had changed course. This morning Tony Leon, will be campaigning in the Westrand in Gauteng. Will the support of former leaders garner more votes for political parties?
GUEST: Former leader of the DA, Tony Leon
This morning we continue yesterday's conversation on the problems and challenges in the religious sector in South Africa. From the mushrooming of dubious churches in our inner cities, to charlatan religious leaders that prey on their unsuspecting congregant and charismatic churches that claim to have powers to heal the sick and people with disabilities. We will also explore whether our current laws are inadequate to deal with negative developments within religious circles. This morning we are in conversation with two religious bodies/organizations, for their suggestions on standards which could be set and mechanisms for screening both credentials and religious doctrines.
GUEST: Bishop Masilo Monyae, from the Christian judicial council
GUEST: Giet Khoza, Chief executive officer of the Rhema Bible Church and the General Secretary of the new form steering committee
Electoral systems need urgent reform and South Africa is no exception, this according to Professor Roger Southall, Professor of Sociology, at University of the Witwatersrand. Professor Southall says the Brexit crisis has raised fundamental questions about the country's democracy and whether the two-party system is now dead on its feet. He says this question is pertinent in the UK, as well as for other countries, including South Africa where voters will go to the polls on the 8th of May.
GUEST: Professor Roger Southall, Professor of Sociology, at University of the Witwatersrand
Following the floods in KZN that claimed many lives. The issue on climate change, infrastructure and urban planning is put in the spotlight .Today we talk about “Revisiting Urban Planning in the wake of Climate Change.” GUEST: Professor Ivan Turok - Executive Director Economic Performance and Development at the Human Sciences Research Council
The Christian Judicial Council International will this May launch Councils in every country and nation of the world to discuss challenges facing churches and how to formalize the sector. The drive starts from Limpopo to Cape Town. The Commission for the Promotion and Protection of the Rights of Cultural, Religious and Linguistic Communities (CRL Commission) has for years has been investigating the commercialization of churches after outcries of abuse in the sector, outrage over the conduct of some church leaders and has called for stricter religious regulation amid the rise of dubious institutions. This morning we will discuss the formalization of Churches of all sizes and varieties and the certification of religious leaders...
GUEST: Bishop Masilo Monyae, from the Christian judicial council
Former president, Thabo Mbeki has confirmed that he will be campaigning for the ANC, leading up to the May 8 elections. For the first since 2008, Mbeki made a public appearance at the Rand Easter Show in Nasrec, Johannesburg - where he made the announcement on Tuesday.
GUEST: Professor Dirk Kotze, Who is a professor of political studies at Unisa
Malawians will be heading to the polls on May 21 to elect a new President, plus new representatives in the country's national assembly and local government councillors. 2019 will also mark the 25 years of multiparty politics in Malawi since the one-party regime presided by Hastings Kamuzu Banda came to an end in 1994. How ready are Malawians for these elections?
GUEST: Mr Undule Mwakasungula – Malawian Human Rights Activist
It has become a trend to read about students who are violent towards teachers or their fellow classmates. What needs to be done to put this sort of behaviour to an end? Today we ask, should we start introducing other methods of discipline is schools?
GUEST: Mugwena Maluleke – General Secretary at the South African Democratic Teachers' Union (Sadtu)
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GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We are now in conversation with Ulrich Roux, who is the founder and managing director of Ulrich Roux & Associates. He has written to the new Director of Public Prosecutions Advocate Shamila Batohi, urging her to make a decision on whether to charge Nompumelelo Ntuli-Zuma‚ accused of plotting to poison her estranged husband‚ former president Jacob Zuma.
GUEST: Ulrich Roux, who is the founder and managing director of Ulrich Roux & Associates
This morning we are in conversation with the South African National Taxi Council (Santaco) to look at the plight of the taxi the Industry. From taxi recapitalization, petrol hikes VS fares hikes, subsidization of the Industry, pressure on taxi drivers and targets and behavior on our roads. Minibus taxis, which are considered as one of the most available and most affordable forms of public transportation used by the majority of people in the country and are also often associated with non-roadworthy vehicles, overloading, aggression, bad driving, violence, and road accidents.
GUEST: Ralph Jones, secretary general of the South African National Taxi Council (Santaco)
Ten people have been confirmed dead after numerous structural collapses in the eThekwini municipality, which includes Durban as a result of persistent thunderstorms. Majority of the incidents are reported to have occurred in Chatsworth, Queensburgh, Overport and Newlands.
GUEST: Lennox Mabaso, the provincial spokesperson for the co-operative governance and traditional affairs (Cogta) in KwaZulu Natal
Torrential rains have caused several deaths and traffic chaos, leading to the closure of major roads. We have also seen mudslides on several popular routes in and around the city of Durban. A severe weather warning still remains in place for this afternoon.
GUEST: Rob Byrne
Why South Africans are prone to falling for charlatans in the church? Why are South Africans - like millions of people across the world, susceptible to religious abuse? Professor Dion Forster, from Stellenbosch University says one possible reason is that faith continues to play a very significant role in the country. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Professor Dion Forster, Head of the Department for Systematic Theology and Ecclesiology and Professor in Ethics and Public Theology, Director of the Beyers Naudé Centre for Public Theology, at Stellenbosch University...
GUEST: Professor Dion Forster, Head of the Department for Systematic Theology and Ecclesiology and Professor in Ethics and Public Theology, Director of the Beyers Naudé Centre for Public Theology, at Stellenbosch University
There is a growing prevalence of heroin use in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Tshwane, Nelson Mandela Bay and Durban, as well as in smaller cities and towns, this according to research from The Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime. Simone Haysom, a senior analyst from the organisation says heroin is the first drug of choice in several places but the national scale and significance of this shift has been severely underappreciated by the state.
GUEST: Simone Haysom, a senior analyst at The Global Initiative against Transnational Organised Crime
With this book we look at the importance of flourishing and the importance of valuing your mental real estate and myths around multi-tasking…. GUEST: Thabang Tlaka – Author of “Focus and Flourish” and Author
Drought support in excess of R40 million has been allocated to farmers in the Western Cape for the months of March and April. The Department of Agriculture in the Western Cape has been providing livestock farmers with vouchers to buy fodder throughout the drought. During the second round of the summer Provincial Disaster Risk Assessment, conducted earlier in March, it was determined that monthly support to farmers in the Central and Klein Karoo will continue, as veld conditions in those areas had not improved. GUEST: Beverley Schäfer, Minister of Economic Opportunities in the Western Cape Government
You can never get through any city in SA without encountering beggars at traffic lights. They wander the streets, asking for money, others frail or freezing as they try to keep warm in the winter months. We are starting to also see more women and children as well. Today on The Talking Point we ask, has begging become a lucrative business?
GUEST: Siphiwe Mngomezulu - Author and a founder/director of the 80-D Albert Street Foundation which deals with Youth development in education.
Time now for our regular Friday feature the Music Wind Down. Today we profile local songstress Titi Luzipho, who was born and bred in the windy city Port Elizabeth. Titi Luzipho, a jazz sensation started singing at the tender age of 5. She now joins us in our Auckland Park studios, to speak to us about her single “Being Woman”, a beautiful song on the beauty and hardships of being a woman. The single is off Titi's forthcoming album which she has worked on with the likes of Ringo Madlingozi and Luyanda Madope…
GUEST: Titi Luzipho, who is a songstress and jazz sensation
Many times we talk about strengthening relationships between mother and daughter and father and son. Today we look at, what conversations should dads be having with their teen daughters? Are you having the right conversations with your teenage daughter, do you know what’s happening in her life? Her body and mind? Today we ask, what kind of conversations should dads be having with their teen daughters?
GUEST: Bongani Luvalo – Founder of Cool Dads Foundation
It’s the Easter weekend and many people are traveling to see their family, others are coming together to cook feast meals and enjoy the spirit of togetherness but for some this is a time of sadness and loneliness and this may lead to depression. Some have no family; others have family in different countries and can’t afford to travel at this time. Today we look at loneliness that could possibly lead to depression and how one can overcome that, especially on days like today.
GUEST: Lerato Mofomme – Founder of The voice of the Voiceless and depression survivor
GUEST: Simphiwe Sinkoyi – Clinical Psychologist
The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) is making a friendly call to all international travellers who will be visiting South Africa during the Easter holidays, or returning to South Africa after the holidays, to comply with the country’s import requirements for agricultural and related regulated products/ articles. This in preventing and minimizing the potential risk of introducing alien invasive species, foreign pests and diseases that could be associated with imported plants, plant products, animals, animal products and other regulated goods.
GUEST: Khaye Nkwanyana: Spokesperson for the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry
The Easter weekend officially starts this morning and ends on Monday, the twenty-second of April. Traffic officials will be out in their numbers this Easter weekend to ensure safety on our roads, as part of their Easter Safety Campaign. The Easter weekend carnage on South African roads has for many years been steadily increasing, this morning we are in conversation with the Automobile Association, to speak about tips to keep you safe on the road...
GUEST: Layton Beard, spokesperson for the Automobile Association (AA)
Mining could contribute much more to South Africa with less government interference; this is the key thrust of the latest report from the Institute of Race Relations (IRR). The report argues that it is through the business of mining - exploiting the country’s rich and largely untapped mineral resources - rather than by meeting onerous empowerment and other obligations that the sector will be capable of making a much greater contribution to growing the economy, creating jobs, and enabling South Africans to have better lives.
GUEST: Terence Corrigan, Project Manager at the Institute of Race Relations (IRR).
April is a notoriously difficult month for SMEs given all the public holidays - lower productivity, reduced banking hours and pressures to keep the payroll running smoothly. For entrepreneurs trying to manage cash flow crises, invoice financing may be the solution. A new South African Fintech company offers this in record time.
GUEST: Daniel Goldberg, Fintech founder, Ceo and co-founder of Bridgement, a company with a focus on SME finance. The company says its goal is to issue R1-billion to SMEs over the next five years.
The Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) say the agreement with Sibanye-Stillwater means that the upcoming wage negotiations in the platinum sector will be more constructive and for the betterment of the lives of its members and non-members on the mine. This after an end to the five month wage strike was announced. As part of the agreement, AMCU has committed to signing a 2018 three-year wage agreement - previously signed with the NUM, Solidarity and UASA.
GUEST: National Union of Mineworkers (NUM), President Joseph Montisetse
Education is important-there's no denying that fact. That's the common perception, at least. But there have been famously successful people who stand as exceptions to the rule, the likes of billionaire Bill Gates (who dropped out of Harvard University), Apple's Steve Jobs (who dropped out of college after six months), The Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur, were two American aviation pioneers, also never had any formal education and many others. But how important is education? Do educated leading figures in society inspire and educated nation and do young people look up to such public representatives with educational qualifications? Some argue that in politics experience and demeanour make up for the lack of tertiary qualifications.
GUEST: Professor Steven Friedman, who is a political analyst and professor of Political Studies at the University of Johannesburg (UJ).
Who remembers Zola Budd? A former female track and field's distance runner...Do you remember how the barefooted prodigy smashed world records? In 1984, at the age of 17, Budd made history when she twice broke the world 5000m record. However, because of South Africa's isolation from International sporting events at the time, Budd could not be awarded the title of world record holder. She eventually became a symbol of South Africa's oppression, and was even blamed for American middle-distance runner Mary Decker's Olympic fall, which became one of the most controversial races in Olympic history. This morning we are in conversation with Zola Budd's manager, Ray de Vries, who is a Sports media and Marketing Manager...
GUEST: Ray de Vries, who is Zola Budd's manager and a Sports media and Marketing Manager
Just a few weeks before the May 8 elections, South Africa is grappling with service delivery protests which have been spreading across the country since the now infamous Alex Shutdown. Are political parties instigating violence through these protests?
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga, who is a political analyst and author of When Zuma Goes and Ramaphosa's Turn.
We must stay clear of rejoicing over Sudan's supposed revolution, this according to Journalist Ray Mwareya. He says there is a new, dubious phenomenon sweeping across Africa's politics - army generals, pretending to defect or switch sides at the 11th hour of a people's revolt, and then suddenly grabbing the outcome - and throttling the result. Mwareya says Sudan's Omar al-Bashir's dramatic toppling in today's street protests via an army putsch is not his departure as the security web he carefully nurtured over 30 years, remains very much alive…
GUEST: Ray Mwareya, who is a Journalist and a fellow of PEN America "Artists at Risk Connection", writer and receiver of the 2016 UN Correspondents Association Media Prize.
SA elections are nearing and many sectors are relying on these elections to change the face of many sectors. The business sector is critical in SA and today we look at how will the 2019 elections impact the business sector?
GUEST: Busisiwe Mavuso, who is the chief operations officer (COO) of Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA)
An Inter-Ministerial Committee has been established to attend to the issues raised by the residents of Alexandra with President Cyril Ramaphosa. The Committee comprises of the Ministers of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation, Environmental Affairs, Home Affairs, Police, Rural Development and Land Reform. This week the Ministers will meet with the Alex Shutdown leaders to discuss issues plaguing the community, with the renewal of Alexandra being pivotal.
GUEST: Dr Zweli Mkhize, Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta)
South Africa's decision to downgrade its embassy in Tel Aviv is all about appeasing internal lobby groups, this according to Mzoxolo Mpolase, a managing director at Political Analysis South Africa. He says the decision is detriment of South Africa's international standing. Mzoxolo Mpolase further adds that without a clear foreign policy direction, trade objectives or national security strategy, the country has been reduced to a campaign office for every international social justice cause...
GUEST: Mzoxolo Mpolase, a managing director at Political Analysis South Africa
South Africa is often said to have some of the best policies in the world and yet, suffers a huge execution or implementation deficit. Another issue is whether policy makers actually have functional grasp of policies. At times we often see certain policies changed midstream, without a thorough analysis of why they have failed, hence perpetuating a cycle of ineffective policies. Is the caliber of our policy makers impacting on the quality of our policies?
GUEST: Professor Ben Turok, director of the Institute for African Alternatives
South Africa’s crime statistics consistently show that crime, especially violent crime, is disproportionately concentrated in metros and larger cities and towns, this is according to the 2018/2019 State of Urban Safety in South Africa Report launched on Thursday, 11 April in Braamfontein. The report offers an analytical update on the state of crime, violence and safety in South Africa’s nine largest cities. It presents crime data at a city-level and disaggregates the data to show changes over time. An incremental view on safety, crime and violence at city level.
Guest: Siphelele Ngobese, South African Cities Network (SACN) researcher for inclusion and wellbeing
Having a financial plan is critical and today we look at The importance of both spouses having their own financial plans?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch- Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates (Pty) Ltd @SadtuNational
The Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Johannesburg (UJ), Professor Tshilidzi Marwala, will launch the Tshianeo Marwala Scholarship in honour of his grandmother, Tshianeo Marwala today,the 16 April 2019.
Guest: Professor Tshilidzi Marwala - Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Johannesburg (UJ)
Mluleki Ndobe had been arrested for the 2017 murder of Magaqa (at the time an ANC councillor),along with four other men last month.But charges against him and municipal manager Zwelibanzi Sikhosana were provisionally withdrawn because of insufficient evidence.
Guest: Mluleki Ndobe - Harry Gwala District Mayor
The divorce process in South Africa can either be a quick and relatively straightforward procedure or a very long-winded one. Get to grips with the basics of South African divorce law, including how DIY and contested divorces differ and how mediation works. Today we look at the types of divorce in SA and maintenance thereafter?
Guest: Jacqueline Ellis - Specialist Family Attorney Lawyer at Jacqueline Ellis Attorneys
The number of teachers who are absent from school on a daily basis has increased from 8% to 10%.This is according to basic education minister Angie Motshekga, who last released the 2017 school monitoring survey. "The survey recorded an increase in the national aggregate absence (from 8% to 10%) on an average day. " What are some of the factors that contribute to absent teachers in schools? Could this be a sign of frustrations?
Guest: Nkosana Dolopi – Deputy Secretary General at the South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) representative
A widespread and lucrative local heroin market has expanded across South Africa, facilitated by gangs, organised crime and incompetent or corrupt police. The rapid emergence of the thriving industry has gone largely undetected by police and government despite more than 100 000 users. Its estimated annual turnover may be worth billions of rands. The problem is made worse by poor drug policy and neglect of marginalized communities
GUEST: Eric Pelser – Head of the ENACT Project
South Africa is one of the most unequal countries in the world, where extreme wealth coexists with desperate poverty. It’s also been called the protest capital of the world, with thousands of protests every year all around the country - especially in the townships, and specifically in shack settlements. Are the current protests just about service delivery?
GUEST: Mzulungile Gaqa- Researcher at the University of Western Cape.
Guest: Aluwani Matsila - Chief Director of the National Spatial Development Framework Indaba
How being an absent father affects your child. Why is it important for men to be present in there children's lives
GUEST: Kabelo Chabalala – Founder of Young Men Movement
The Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela will today host the Heritage Career Expo at Constitution Hill, Braamfontein, Johannesburg. The Heritage Career Expo themed "Unlocking the wealth in our heritage” aims to tell the story of heritage in higher education. It will also showcase what Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges, Universities and Universities of Technology have to offer in skilling young people towards careers in the heritage sector.
GUEST: Buti Manamela, Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training
Connecting with learners to keep them in school. For many learners, school can feel like a losing battle. We see this in the country’s low matric throughput rates – with only 40% of learners who start school going on to pass matric 12 years later.
GUEST: Merle Mansfield of the Zero School Dropout
There has been widespread outrage against the provision of the draft Copyright Amendment Bill. Frustrated musicians, artists and composers say the Bill doesn't make provision for composers and musicians to get what is due to them when work is used in movies and other productions. But the Bill actually protects the rights of artists against commercial exploitation and will stop them being ripped off by unfair distribution and reproduction agreements.
Rehad Desai, who is the author of Miners Shot Down, a film about the Marikana massacre.
We now speak to the transport department about the interventions at the passenger rail agency of South Africa (PRASA). The department says they are steadfast in developing an integrated, effective, reliable, safe and cost effective public transport system.
GUEST: Transport department spokesperson Ishmael Mnisi
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Gallagher Convention Centre, in Midrand, Johannesburg, where the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform will host a National Spatial Development Framework Indaba. The Indaba seeks to raise awareness regarding the National Spatial Development Framework as a transformative tool to deal with the triple challenge of poverty, unemployment and inequality by bringing key stakeholders from the various sectors of society together to share knowledge and exchange learning
Guest: Ms Rendani Sadiki - Acting Director General Rural Dev & Land Ref
The Talking Point this morning is coming to you live from Ekandustria Industrial Park in Bronkhorstspruit, for the "Revitalization of Ekandustria Industrial Park". The Industrial Park, which is being revitalized by the Department of Trade and Industry (dti), is set to contribute to the economic growth of the township of Ekangala, which is located on the border of Mpumalanga. The revitalization of Ekandustria is also part of the DTI's Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) which is aimed at promoting industrialization in the country and boosting manufacturing capacity to increase the production of exportable goods…
GUEST: Dr Rob Davis, the Minister of Trade and Industry
The Talking Point this morning is coming to you live from Ekandustria Industrial Park in Bronkhorstspruit, for the "Revitalization of Ekandustria Industrial Park". The Industrial Park, which is being revitalized by the Department of Trade and Industry (dti), is set to contribute to the economic growth of the township of Ekangala, which is located on the border of Mpumalanga. The revitalization of Ekandustria is also part of the DTI's Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) which is aimed at promoting industrialization in the country and boosting manufacturing capacity to increase the production of exportable goods…
guest: MEC for Finance, Economic Development and Tourism in Mpumalanga, Sikhumbuzo Eric Kholwane
The Talking Point this morning is coming to you live from Ekandustria Industrial Park in Bronkhorstspruit, for the "Revitalization of Ekandustria Industrial Park". The Industrial Park, which is being revitalized by the Department of Trade and Industry (dti), is set to contribute to the economic growth of the township of Ekangala, which is located on the border of Mpumalanga. The revitalization of Ekandustria is also part of the DTI's Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) which is aimed at promoting industrialization in the country and boosting manufacturing capacity to increase the production of exportable goods…
guest: Themba
The Talking Point this morning is coming to you live from Ekandustria Industrial Park in Bronkhorstspruit, for the "Revitalization of Ekandustria Industrial Park". The Industrial Park, which is being revitalized by the Department of Trade and Industry (dti), is set to contribute to the economic growth of the township of Ekangala, which is located on the border of Mpumalanga. The revitalization of Ekandustria is also part of the DTI's Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) which is aimed at promoting industrialization in the country and boosting manufacturing capacity to increase the production of exportable goods…
guest: Donald
The Sudanese army is expected to make an important statement this morning. This as thousands of protesters gathered outside the military headquarters in Khartoum demanding the resignation of President Omar al-Bashir. The country has been paralyzed by months of protests against the 30-year rule of its autocratic president, Omar al-Bashir.
GUEST: Sabir Ebrahim, a Representative of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement, here in South Africa
Police say they hope that a reward of 500 thousand rand for information in three killings suspected to be related to the VBS saga will lead to the arrests of the killers. Five hundred-thousand-rand is being offered for information that can lead to the arrest of suspects in the killing of two senior members of the South African Municipal Worker Union in Thohoyandou earlier this year. They are also offering a 250-thousand rand reward for information in the killing of a councillor in Tubatse last year. Thabang Maupa Ronald Mani and Timson Musetsho were known critics of municipalities that deposited money into the now liquidated VBS Mutual Bank.
GUEST: Limpopo police spokesperson, Brigadier Motlafela Mojapelo
Why do we keep seeing sporadic protests ahead of national elections? We always tend to see the mushrooming of various protests ahead of almost every general election,
Guest: Thapelo Tselapedi - Lecturer at the Department of Politics and International relations and Rhodes University
The Alexandra Shutdown Committee says it will hand over its memorandum of demands to President Cyril Ramaphosa today during his expected visit to the township. The President's visit to the area follows sporadic protests by frustrated residents over the mushrooming of illegal dwellings and service delivery challenges…
GUEST: ANC spokesperson, Dakota Legoete
Next week Thursday the SABC Foundation will be hosting the SABC Disability Summit at Nasrec, Expo Centre. For more on the Summit we are now joined on the line by Iris Cupido, the CEO of the SABC Foundation
GUEST: Iris Cupido, the CEO of the SABC Foundation
South Africa doesn't have enough women in foreign policy, this according to Jo-Ansie van Wyk, Professor in International Politics, at Unisa. South Africa is one of at least 17 countries that have a woman foreign minister. Since 1994, all but one of the country's foreign ministers has been women. Professor van Wyk says the prognosis for a feminist South African foreign policy remains poor as long as women are excluded from or under-represented in the main areas of the country's foreign policy establishment.
GUEST: Jo-Ansie van Wyk, Professor in International Politics, at University of South Africa.
The DA in Gauteng says it has evidence that the leaders of the Alex Total Shutdown movement are affiliated to the ANC. The DA has again accused the ANC of inciting violence in Alexandra, north of Johannesburg. The DA visited the township yesterday to inform residents of the township of Mayor, Herman Mashaba's visit to the area on Monday next week. Aggrieved residents have been calling for a meeting with the mayor since protests began last week. Gauteng Premier Candidate, Solly Msimanga, has laid charges against the ANC for the alleged incitement of violence in the township.
GUEST: John Moodey, DA Gauteng leader
We are seeing a trend of business men moving into politics. President Cyril Ramaphosa, Joburg Mayor Herman Mashaba, U.S president Donald Trump are a few examples of business men who are now politicians. Should businessmen be considered as politicians? Do they stand a higher chance of understanding the economy better? GUEST: Lumkile Mondi, Senior lecturer at the Wits School of Economics
By now many of you have heard reports about former President Jacob Zuma, who was allegedly involved in moving millions of US dollars from Libya to South Africa. The reports allege that Zuma received 30 million U.S dollars from the late Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi. A Forensic investigator and legal expert David Loxton, the CEO of investigations firm Africa Forensics and Cyber says given the seriousness of the allegations Zuma could be added onto the US sanctions list and possibly face Incarceration...
GUEST: Forensic investigator and legal expert David Loxton, the CEO of investigations firm Africa Forensics and Cyber
Msunduzi Municipality in Pietermaritzburg has officially been placed under administration. For more on this we are now in conversation with Lennox Mabaso, the provincial spokesperson for the co-operative governance and traditional affairs (Cogta) in KwaZulu Natal
GUEST: Lennox Mabaso, the provincial spokesperson for the co-operative governance and traditional affairs (Cogta) in KwaZulu Natal
The ANC has lambasted the its Youth League in the Free State for the disruption of the launch of investigative journalist Pieter-Louis Myburgh's book on ANC secretary-general Ace Magashule. A group of people, with some wearing ANC t-shirts, stormed into Exclusive Books store at Sandton City and vandalized it. The book 'Gangster State: Unraveling Ace Magashule's web of capture' was launched last night. ANC spokesperson, Dakota Legoete, says they will instruct the league members not to proceed with their plan to burn copies of the book in Bloemfontein on Monday…
GUEST: Sello Pietersen, ANCYL Free State Provincial Spokesperson
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature; the African Perspective, where we profile different countries on the African continent. Today the spotlight is on Sudan, once the largest and one of the most geographically diverse states in Africa, split into two countries in July 2011 after the people of the south voted for independence. Currently the country has seen continuous mass protests calling for regime change in Sudan, this despite the heavy-handed response to the demonstrations by President Omar al-Bashir's government. The protests in Sudan were triggered by high inflation following the devaluation of the Sudanese currency in October last year.
GUEST: Sabir Ebrahim, a Representative of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement, here in South Africa
Public schools countrywide are still dogged by poor infrastructure, teacher absenteeism and lack of water and sanitation. This is according to the School Monitoring Survey (SMS) report that was released by Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga in Pretoria yesterday. The report was commissioned by the Basic Education Ministry two years ago to measure progress of public schools as set out in 2019 Action Plan. Motshekga conceded that sub-standard infrastructure at schools remains the biggest challenge for the department.
GUEST: Dr Stephen Taylor, Director for Research, Monitoring and Evaluation at the Department of Basic Education, who compiled and released the report.
Israelis are voting in the country's most closely-fought general election in years. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, leader of the right-wing Likud Party, is seeking a fifth term in office. But he is facing corruption allegations and a strong challenge from former military chief Benny Gantz.
GUEST: PROFESSOR RAN GREENSTEIN, PROFESSOR OF SOCIOLOGY AT WITS UNIVERSITY
Time now for our regular feature Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch, today we look at the key principles of a financial plan for a young person who is first starting out? How should young employees start saving towards future financial goals, and realise how crucial it is for them to understand how a financial plan needs to grow and evolve with time and one's career.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Political Economist Moeletsi Mbeki argues that Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) and affirmative action (AA) discourages investment in South Africa. Moeletsi says corporations are no longer really investing in the country and capital flight is vast because of these policies
GUESTS: Political Economist, Moeletsi Mbeki
Do people vote because of what political leaders say and what exactly do voters look for in party? What are some of the reasons why voters vote for a specific party? And how do we create a culture of consistency within political parties when it comes to service delivery? Why do we only hear about such promises during electoral campaigns? To answer these questions we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Professor Mcebisi Ndletyana, Professor of politics at the University of Johannesburg
Time now for our new feature legally talking, where we discuss issues from a legal perspective with legal minds. This morning we will start off the feature by discussing what legal action can be taken when you are wrongfully accused of a crime.
GUEST: Ulrich Roux, founder and managing director of Ulrich Roux & Associates
Yesterday marked the 25th Anniversary of the Rwandan genocide where an estimated 800,000 people were killed. In just 100 days in 1994, about 800,000 people were slaughtered in Rwanda by ethnic Hutu extremists who target members of the minority Tutsi community. The violence also extended to political opponents, irrespective of their ethnic origin.
GUEST: Vincent Karega, Rwanda's High Commissioner in South Africa
Are violent protests more impactful? What good do violent protests or demonstrations actually do? Can they sometimes make a difference in exacting real change? Now and again we see damage to properties when people vent their frustration over issues or poor service delivery and other concerns, to highlight their plight. Many have stated this is the only language the governments understand. This morning we ask are violent protests more impactful?
GUEST: Thatho Masiangoako, A researcher at the Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa
With crime at an all-time high in South Africa, we explore the culture of gangsterism in the country. The culture of gang violence has become deeply entrenched in our communities, especially on the Cape Flats, which is notorious for gang related violence. So what is it that causes this social scourge? Is it poor parenting? Perhaps the lack of social programmes and education? Unemployment or perhaps it's the glorification of the gang life in contemporary rap music? Police Minister Bheki Cele once said "the issue of gangsterism is far beyond the issue of policing but more of a societal issue".
GUEST: Kenny Kunene, An Ex-convict and businessman
Tumelo Mogodiseng, the General Secretary of the South African Policing Union (SAPU) who wants the national police commissioner General Khehla Sithole removed from his position. The union has called on Police Minister Bheki Cele to initiate a process where President Cyril Ramaphosa will establish a board of inquiry into the fitness of Commissioner Khehla Sithole to hold office…
GUEST: Tumelo Mogodiseng, the General Secretary of the South African Policing Union (SAPU)
Tuesday the second of April marked exactly a year since the passing of Mama Winnie Madikizela Mandela also known as mother of the nation. She was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician. Today, like every other day, we remember this icon and all the good she did for the nation.
GUEST: Ntombizikhona Valela, who is a Writer and a historian doing her PhD on Winnie Madikizela Mandela at Wits University
Just last week, police confirmed that a female warder at the Goedemoed prison in the Free State was stabbed to death when she and another female warder were held hostage for nearly three hours by an inmate on Friday afternoon, police confirmed. This raises safety concerns in prisons. How are we ensuring the safety of prison warders in prisons?
GUEST: Minister Michel Masutha, who is the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
ANC Nelson Mandela Bay councillor, Andile Lungisa says his legal team will challenge the dismissal of his appeal bid against his conviction and sentence at the Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein. The Grahamstown High Court in Makhanda dismissed his appeal after his sentencing for assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm by the Port Elizabeth High Court last year. This after he smashed a glass jug over the head of former member of the mayoral committee, Rano Kayser, during a heated 2016 council meeting…
GUEST: ANC Nelson Mandela Bay councillor, Andile Lungisa
Msunduzi Municipality in Pietermaritzburg has reportedly been placed under administration. For more on this we are now in conversation with Lennox Mabaso, the provincial spokesperson for the co-operative governance and traditional affairs (Cogta) in KwaZulu Natal
GUEST: Lennox Mabaso, the provincial spokesperson for the co-operative governance and traditional affairs (Cogta) in KwaZulu Natal
Preliminary investigations by the Department of Labor have revealed that some South African trucking companies hire only foreign national drivers. During in a meeting in Durban truck owners claim that they are forced to hire foreign drivers, due to the shortage of skills in the country. However investigations show that the department has not received a single application from any of these companies, to hire these drivers. In a joint meeting today, with truck driver's representatives, Transport Minister Blade Nzimande blamed the truck companies for the ongoing dispute between local truck drivers and the foreign drivers.
GUEST: Ishmael Mnisi, spokesperson for the transport department
The Independent Electoral Commission, IEC, has received objections to 53 candidates affecting nine political parties, contesting the polls on the 8th of May.
GUEST: IEC chief electoral officer, Sy Mamabolo
Journalists are now and again attacked for asking difficult questions and digging deep for answers. They are seen as bullies and as arrogant when they investigate stories. Today we ask are journalists being harboured from doing their job?
guest: Reggie Moalusi, who is the Gauteng Conveyor for the South African National Editors' Forum (SANEF)
The Freedom Front Plus and Black First Land First will meet in the Johannesburg High Court this morning over the BLF's announcement that it is a black-only party. The FF Plus wants the Electoral Court to declare the BLF's registration as a political party invalid. In a statement, the BLF reiterates that it is blacks only organisation.
GUEST: Dr Corné Mulder, Chief Whip of the Freedom Front Plus
Climate change and air pollution pose significant short-term and long-term health risks to Southern Africa. So what is the physical impact of air pollution coupled with climate change on our environment? What adaptation measures need to be taken and how do we mitigate such changes to our environment? This morning we will look at the costs of air pollution on human health and economic growth
GUEST: Dr Jean-Pierre Mulumba
Time now for our regular Thursday SME feature, this morning we are in conversation with Navisha Bechan-Sewkuran, corporate and Government Affairs Manager at Mondelez and Jonathan Robinson, the founder of Bean There Coffee, to discuss issues around cooperatives and why they are not working that well in South Africa. My two guests will share how they are working with cooperatives from outside the country. Navisha orders cocoa in Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire, while Jonathan orders coffee beans from the DRC, Ethiopia and Kenya. So how can South Africa learn from other cooperatives in other Africans countries?
GUEST : Navisha Bechan-Sewkuran, corporate and Government Affairs Manager at Mondelez GUEST : Jonathan Robinson, the founder of Bean There Coffee
Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor, Mongameli Bobani has accused the Hawks of being used as part of a political ploy to oust him from his position. Bobani spoke at a media briefing in Port Elizabeth after the Hawks raided his office and home earlier today. He claims he's got evidence of a meeting between the Hawks, a politician and a third person discussing his ousting. He says the third person was promised a job if he could implicate him in the Nelson Mandela Bay Intergraded Public Transport System scandal. According to Bobani, the person told the politician and the Hawks that he didn't have any information involving the mayor in the scandal…
GUEST: Athol Trollip, former Nelson Mandela Bay mayor and DA councillor
Independent Media chair and head of Sekunjalo Group, Dr Iqbal Surve says South Africa's black economic empowerment model is fundamentally flawed and needs to be reviewed urgently. He was testifying at the Judicial Inquiry into the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) in Pretoria. Dr Surve says BEE doesn't bring any meaningful economic transformation and that it is merely an "artificial" entry point into the capital markets.
GUEST: Dr Iqbal Survé, the chairperson of the Sekunjalo Group
This morning we are broadcasting live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, where the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) is hosting the first National Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Investment Conference. The theme of the conference is "Moving towards Excellence". Over 500 delegates representing national, provincial and local government, State-Owned entities, SEZs, industry associations, industry experts and academics, international Investment communities and local businesses, multinational corporations, as well as ports and logistics operators will be part of this conference.
guest: Oscar Mabuyane, MEC for Finance in the Eastern Cape
Is Brand South Africa in crisis? There are reports that the state-owned company which was established in August 2002 to help create a positive and compelling brand image for South Africa is said to be in shambles, amid allegations of an irregular tender and demands by the board for a pay hike.
guest: Ms Khanyisile Kweyama, Board Chairperson for Brand South Africa
This morning we are broadcasting live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, where the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) is hosting the first National Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Investment Conference. The theme of the conference is "Moving towards Excellence". Over 500 delegates representing national, provincial and local government, State-Owned entities, SEZs, industry associations, industry experts and academics, international Investment communities and local businesses, multinational corporations, as well as ports and logistics operators will be part of this conference.
GUEST: Dr Rob Davies, Minister of Trade and Industry
This morning we are broadcasting live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, where the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) is hosting the first National Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Investment Conference. The theme of the conference is "Moving towards Excellence". Over 500 delegates representing national, provincial and local government, State-Owned entities, SEZs, industry associations, industry experts and academics, international Investment communities and local businesses, multinational corporations, as well as ports and logistics operators will be part of this conference.
GUEST: Palesa Beja a Communications Manager at Yekani OEM Manufacturers.
State Capture is a prime example of corruption in SA and with elections approaching the rot in companies, institutions and political parties is being revealed. Are we enabling corruption as a country? How serious are we about rooting out corruption?
GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley – Independent Political Analyst
This morning we are broadcasting live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, where the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) is hosting the first National Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Investment Conference. The theme of the conference is "Moving towards Excellence". Over 500 delegates representing national, provincial and local government, State-Owned entities, SEZs, industry associations, industry experts and academics, international Investment communities and local businesses, multinational corporations, as well as ports and logistics operators will be part of this conference.
GUEST: Jaun Torrents, President of the World Free and Economic Zones Federation, FEMOZA
This morning we are broadcasting live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, where the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) is hosting the first National Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Investment Conference. The theme of the conference is "Moving towards Excellence". Over 500 delegates representing national, provincial and local government, State-Owned entities, SEZs, industry associations, industry experts and academics, international Investment communities and local businesses, multinational corporations, as well as ports and logistics operators will be part of this conference.
GUEST: Maoto Molefane, Chief Director for Special Economic Zones project at the department for Trade and Industry
Economic Freedom Fighters, EFF Leader Julius Malema says the party does not want votes of xenophobic people. Speaking during the EFF's elections manifesto in Lethobong, Rustenburg, Malema said they do not want votes of people who suffer from self-hate. Malema also added that Africa was "not a continent, but a country", adding that borders were "imposed" on Africans.
GUEST: Commissar Veronica Mente of the Economic Freedom Fighters, EFF
SARS workers affiliated to labour union PSA are expected to report for work this morning, another union NEHAWU says it is still engaging its members on the employer's latest wage offer. The PSA - which is the majority union - has signed the eight per cent wage offer from SARS. It is still unclear when NEHAWU will make its decision known regarding the latest wage offer. Workers were demanding an 11-point-four salary increase.
GUEST: NEHAWU spokesperson, Khaya Xaba
We now look at the underground activity of dog fighting, an act which involves the encouraging or inciting of two dogs to attack and fight each other until one is either killed or too injured and exhausted to continue, all this for money. Such illegal activities take place in both rural and urban areas across the country. The American Pit Bull Terrrier has become the most popular dog breed victim of this crime…
GUEST: Nadia Hansa, an inspector at the National Council of Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, also known as the National Council of SPCAs
We never completed last week's discussion regarding the different strategies which investors need to consider before deciding on an investment strategy. Last week we spoke about looking for long term growth, and little income, however there are other strategies that need to be considered.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We now look at the rising problem of disinformation around xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Misinformation or unintentional inaccuracies, incorrect dates, mismatched photographs, videos and errors in translation around such attacks on foreign nationals have been taken as real news, to a point where it has incited more violence. This morning we will look at disinformation on social media which is deliberately used or often orchestrated in attempts to confuse or manipulate people through delivering dishonest information to them.
GUEST: Siphumelele Zondi, who is a Creator, Senior Producer and Anchor of Network, a Technology news programme on SABC, DSTV 404 and also a Journalism Lecturer at the Durban University of technology
The May national elections are looming and it’s important that the youth have their voices heard but how many young people have registered to vote? The IEC Commission has said they need the youth, who are closing in on forming half of the population, to come out and vote. We now talk about the importance of the youth voting and being a part of the future but firstly registering to do so. Do the youth understand the process that leads up to elections? Will they turn out to vote on the 8th of May 2019?
GUEST:Pearl Pillay, the Managing Director at Youth Lab
This morning will examine some of South Africa's trade union movements. Are trade union movements still necessary and relevant or are they an unwelcome hindrance to the economic growth of South Africa.
GUEST: Dawie Roodt, a Director and Chief Economist at Efficient Group.
Has the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal sidelined former president Jacob Zuma from its election campaign? For clarity we now speak to ANC KZN provincial secretary Mdumiseni Ntuli
GUEST: ANC KZN provincial secretary Mdumiseni Ntuli
We are now in conversation with Gareth Newham, the head of the Justice and Violence Prevention Programme at the Institute for Security Studies. Gareth asks why crime is still soaring when the South African Police Service (SAPS) has a substantial Crime Intelligence Division that is tasked with identifying the individuals, groups and networks involved in serious crime. So why then, is public safety deteriorating and what can be done to improve things?
GUEST: Gareth Newham, the head of the Justice and Violence Prevention Programme at the Institute for Security Studies.
Many Malawians were attacked and displaced from their homes in Durban last week. It is alleged that the locals went on a rampage, broke into their homes and looted their businesses. On the Talking Point this morning we ask: Are we addressing the core issues that are being raised by South Africans or are we quick to label it as xenophobic attacks?
GUEST: Thifulufheli Sinthumule, Director at the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa (CoRMSA)
GUEST: Adekunle Olowabi, who is a Nigerian born, Johannesburg, based Journalist
Time now for our regular Friday Music Wind Down feature. Today we profile local songstress Titi Luzipho, who was born and bred in the windy city Port Elizabeth. Titi Luzipho, a jazz sensation started singing at the tender age of 5.
GUEST: Titi Luzipho, songstress and jazz sensation
The #MeToo movement has prompted many women to share their own experiences with sexual abuse and assault Unfortunately not many male survivors have come out, in part because of cultural stigmas that prevent men from men speaking out. There is no doubt though, that the trauma from sexual assault affects victims, even far later in life. This morning we try and understand to what extent, does sexual abuse faced by men, affect them later in their relationships where intimacy and expression of love are concerned.
Guest: Rees Mann – Executive Director of South African Male survivors of sexual abuse.
The DA's Parliamentary Operations Director, Louw Nel has taken DA MP Dianne Kohler Barnard to the court for "discriminatory utterances" made at a workshop programme. In his affidavit, Nel alleges that in a workshop setting in 2018, Kohler Barnard made comments that were "xenophobic, racist and sexist in nature".
GUEST: Louw Nel, DA Parliamentary Operations Director
SARS workers will continue with their nationwide strike today. The Head Negotiator of the union Public Servants Association of South Africa, PSA, Stefan Viljoen, says the tax collector didn't come back to the negotiating table today. This after tens of thousands of SARS workers downed tools across the country at SARS offices, boarder posts and harbours. Workers want a once off 11.4% increase and SARS is offering 7% multi-year increase.
Guest: Stefan Viljoen labour relations officer and Head Negotiator of the union Public Servants Association of South Africa (PSA)
Leading Zimbabwean scholar and activist Professor Brian Raftopoulos will this morning deliver the annual Archie Mafeje Memorial lecture titled, State and Politics in Zimbabwe: Lessons for Post-Settler Colonial Politics in Southern Africa. The event taking place at the University of South Africa is hosted by the Africa Institute of South Africa in the Human Sciences Research Council in collaboration with the Archie Mafeje Research Institute for Applied Social Policy .The lecture commemorates the academic and intellectual contribution of the late Professor Archibald Monwabisi Mafeje, one of the most gifted social science researchers and scholars to emerge in Africa in the last century.
GUEST: Professor Brian Raftopoulos, who is a research fellow at the International Studies Group at the University of the Free State
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Durban International Convention Centre, where the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, is hosting the Inaugural Radical Economic Transformation Summit. The Summit will be attended by over 1000 delegates from Government Institutions, Members of the media, Social Formation (Amadela Ngokubona) and Academics. The aim of the Summit is to develop a clear approach and targets for the implementation of Radical Economic Transformation.
GUEST: Sihle Zikalala, MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Durban International Convention Centre, where the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, is hosting the Inaugural Radical Economic Transformation Summit. The Summit will be attended by over 1000 delegates from Government Institutions, Members of the media, Social Formation (Amadela Ngokubona) and Academics. The aim of the Summit is to develop a clear approach and targets for the implementation of Radical Economic Transformation. Guest: Khanyisani Shandu- Chairperson enterprise İlembe and Board member of the Trade and İnvestment KZN
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Durban International Convention Centre, where the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, is hosting the Inaugural Radical Economic Transformation Summit. The Summit will be attended by over 1000 delegates from Government Institutions, Members of the media, Social Formation (Amadela Ngokubona) and Academics. The aim of the Summit is to develop a clear approach and targets for the implementation of Radical Economic Transformation.
GUEST: Malusi Zondi, the president of Federation for Radical Economic Transformation
The Minerals Council has taken the Mining Charter to court. The Council says certain clauses in the third charter prompted their decision to take the matter on judicial review. Richard Spoor who is an Activist and human rights attorney, says he is shocked by this decision.
GUEST: Richard Spoor - Activist and human rights attorney
As many of you know by now, charges against KwaZulu-Natal mayor Mluleki Ndobe in connection with the murder of former ANC Youth Leader Sindiso Magaqa's were provisionally withdrawn. Ndobe appeared in the UMzimkhulu Magistrate's Court last week Tuesday in connection with the murder. The Harry Gwala District Municipality mayor and Kwazulu-Natal ANC heavyweight was in police custody along with four other accused after they were arrested last week.
GUEST: Mluleki Ndobe, Harry Gwala District mayor
The South Africa Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) has strongly condemned all incidences of intimidation and alleged “construction mafia” activity related to projects and construction sites that have plagued the sector with alarming increase as of lately. This follows the South African Forum of Civil Engineering Contractors’ issuing of a letter to the Minister of Finance, Tito Mboweni, and other government departments pleading for the government to take action.
Guest: Mr Isaac Nkosi – President of the South Africa Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP)
The International Monetary Fund recently released a paper titled ‘Struggling to Make the Grade: A Review of the Causes and Consequences of the Weak Outcomes of South Africa’s Education System’. The paper, which reflects their views and not those of the IMF, aims to provide a data-driven, evidence-based approach to inform the national debate as to what works and what doesn’t when it comes to improving education.
GUEST: Montfort Mlachila, IMF Senior Resident Representative in South Africa. I am an economist by training.
Why did a Flight distant for Germany ended up in Scotland? A British Airways flight from London City Airport was supposed to head to Dusseldorf in Germany but ended up in Edinburgh, Scotland. Just imagine being a passenger stunned to learn that the plane you are travelling on had not only landed in the wrong city, but also in the wrong country. So what led to the incorrect flight plan?
GUEST: Karl Jensen, Aviation Enthusiast and former SAA Captain, with 56 years of flying experience.
What is at the core of the Western Sahara-Morocco conflict? We look at the decades-old conflict in Western Sahara, this as South Africa hosts the SADC Solidarity Conference with the People of Saharawi, while in the same breath, Morocco hosts the African Ministerial Conference. South Africa and SADC have been at the forefront of calling on Morocco to allow Western Sahara to achieve self-determination.
guest: Mr Koffi Kouakou, Africa Analyst
A global health ranking has identified South Africa as the unhealthiest country in the world. The ranking is based on 10 measures: healthy life expectancy, blood pressure, blood glucose (diabetes risk), obesity, depression, happiness, alcohol use, tobacco use, inactivity (too little exercise), and government spending on healthcare. The statistics show that South Africans, between the ages of 30 and 70 have a 26 percent probability of dying from cardiovascular disease, cancer or diabetes.
GUEST: Dr Yogan Pillay, who is the Deputy Director-General at the National Department of Health. He is responsible for key healthcare programmes including HIV, AIDS, STIs, TB, maternal and child health.
This morning we are going to discuss the different strategies which best suit investors in terms of their short- and long-term financial plan.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday South Africa’s Minister of Justice Minister John Jeffery launched a 67-page document, known as the national action plan (NAP). This is a tool aimed at dealing with racism, xenophobia and discrimination in general. The National Action Plan launch comes as we commemorate human rights month , and three days ahead of the second anniversary of apartheid activist Ahmed Kathrada's death. According to the minister, the launch was in honour of struggle icon who was instrumental in shaping the National Action Plan prior to his passing. We find out from the minister, what is entailed in the plan?
Guest: Minister John Jeffery - Deputy Minister of Justice
Recently South Africa has had two high-profile murder charges dropped against alleged suspects. Yesterday charges against Harry Gwala District mayor Mluleki Ndobe and UMzimkhulu municipal manager Zweliphansi Skhosana were provisionally withdrawn. The state cited insufficient evidence as a reason for the withdrawal of charges. In addition to being disgruntled by the increase in the crime rate, South Africans are also frustrated with the fact that police and the NPA bungling major crime investigations, prompting the courts to drop the charges in shocking murder, rape, assault and various other criminal cases.
guest: Dr Llewellyn Curlewis, senior lecturer in criminal and procedural law at the University of Pretoria
Gambia’s truth and reconciliation commission recently began in the country to investigate alleged rights abuses during the 22-year-long rule of Yahya Jammeh. Created under an act of parliament, the Truth, Reconciliation and Reparations Commission (TRRC) aims at using openness and a court-like approach to investigate, over two years how abuse began and became systemic and the impacts it had on the country, and its people.
GUEST: Kwezi Mngqibisa – General manager of operations at the African centre for the constructive resolution of disputes (ACCORD)
Professor Karl von Holdt says Corruption in South Africa isn’t simply a matter of bad morals or weak law enforcement. It’s embedded in processes of class formation – specifically, the formation of new black elites. This means corruption is primarily a matter of politics and the shape of the economy.
GUEST: Professor Karl von Holdt is a Senior Researcher (former Director) of the Society Work and Politics Institute, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, where he has been based since 2007.
The Public Servants Association has confirmed that employees South African Revenue Service, SARS will proceed with a national strike on Thursday. Trade union NEHAWU and the PSA are demanding an 11 percent wage increase, while SARS is offering between six and seven per cent.
GUEST: Takalani Musekwa, who is the Executive for Remuneration and Benefits at South African Revenue Service, SARS
Not all students' organisations are happy that Higher Education Minister Naledi Pandor has allocated almost a billion-rand to settlement of the historic debt to universities. The issue has been one of the causes of protests at different universities. Yesterday, Pandor announced that an additional 967-million-rand had been set aside to settle historic debt owed by over 52-thousand NSFAS-funded continuing students. However, students' organisation SASCO says the historic debt settlement is a short-term solution to long-term problems.
GUEST: Luyanda Tenge, deputy president of the South African Students Congress (Sasco)
Black First Land First (BLF), President Andile Mngxitama has blamed Tropical Cyclone Idai on the West saying it is "a direct consequence of the white, Western system of ecological assault for profits”. The BLF want the African Union to demand reparations and relief from the West for the disaster. GUEST: BLF president, Andile Mngxitama
ANC national chairperson Gwede Mantashe has responded to the testimony of ANC head of Elections Fikile Mbalula at the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture. Mbalula told the commission last week that when he raised the issue of the Gupta family during an NEC meeting he was attacked. Speaking while on a campaign trail at Kathu in the Northern Cape Mantashe said the party was doing something regarding the influence the Gupta family had on the state.
GUEST: ANC head of Elections, Fikile Mbalula
South Africa-based Congolese musician Tresor. Nostalgia, as the title suggests, induces feelings of nostalgia. The album combines the sound of ’80s pop as well as disco, house and Afropop; all while maintaining an African sensibility. This morning we get to know the man behind the album, while also playing for you some sounds from the Album.
Guest: Tresor – Musician
Up to 15 percent of couples are infertile. This means they aren't able to conceive a child, even though they've frequently, tried for a year or longer. Fertility problems can leave men with intense feelings of anger, shame, resentment and confusion. This morning on our #MenTalk feature we look at some of the reasons behind Male infertility and the impact on the mental and overall health of men.
GUEST: Dr Tiny Mhinga – Medical practitioner at Razorite Fourways and member of the men's health forum.
Today we are broadcasting live from the Wembley stadium, in Edendale Township in Pietermaritzburg for the launch of the “Good Green Deeds Clean-up Campaign”. KwaZulu Natal is seen as one of the dirtiest provinces and the KZN Provincial Government has embarked on this Clean-up campaign to shed this image.
guest: KZN MEC for Cogta Nomusa Dube-Ncube guest: Andries Carl Nel, the Deputy Minister for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs.
Today we are broadcasting live from the Wembley stadium, in Edendale Township in Pietermaritzburg for the launch of the “Good Green Deeds Clean-up Campaign”. KwaZulu Natal is seen as one of the dirtiest provinces and the KZN Provincial Government has embarked on this Clean-up campaign to shed this image.
GUEST: Nomvula Mokonyane - Minister of Environmental Affairs
Today we are broadcasting live from the Wembley stadium, in Edendale Township in Pietermaritzburg for the launch of the “Good Green Deeds Clean-up Campaign”. KwaZulu Natal is seen as one of the dirtiest provinces and the KZN Provincial Government has embarked on this Clean-up campaign to shed this image.
GUEST: Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize - Co-operative governance & traditional affairs minister
We now look at South Africa’s new demerit system, which the Automobile Association (AA) of South Africa say is unconstitutional and more focused on collecting revenue than punishing offenders. Earlier this month, the National Assembly passed the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (Aarto) Bill and sent it to President Cyril Ramaphosa to be signed into law. The bill plans to introduce a new demerit system, a block on obtaining driving and vehicle licenses when failing to pay traffic fines
GUEST: Layton Beard, the spokesperson for the Automobile Association (AA) of South Africa
What are your rights to protect yourself and family during a home invasion? And what is classified as self-defence during home invasions? When are you allowed to shoot an intruder? Many South Africans are confused around their rights to self-defense, so on this Human Rights Day we will look at the legal description of private defence or self-defence. While every self-defence case will be heard on merit in the courts, you will have to justify your action. So what rights do you have when it comes to self-defense?
guest: Emmanuel Maravanyika - Lecturer in Criminology and Criminal Justice at Monash South Africa
UDM leader General Bantu Holomisa has proposed that the PIC Commission of Inquiry be given more time to investigate the PIC. Holomisa presented his submission to the commission in Pretoria yesterday. He says there seems to be an unhealthy relationship between certain companies and some of the PIC directors. He advised the commission to look into all unlisted transactions involving the asset manager. He's accused the PIC management of using transformation to loot the public sector pension fund.
GUEST: UDM leader, General Bantu Holomisa
The nature of entrepreneurship has to try different things to succeed. But unforeseen circumstances, the wrong judgment call, or extenuating factors like a bad partner or external fraud, even loadshedding could get you into financial trouble with a loan you can't repay, or a loss you can't carry. If you've landed up with a bad credit record, is this a life sentence? Could you bounce back to qualify for business financing again one day? And how would you go about rebuilding your financial name so lenders will trust you again?
GUEST: Gary Palmer, CEO of Paragon Lending Solutions
The lobby group named People Against Load Shedding (PALS) have decided to charge Public Enterprises Minister, Pravin Gordhan for creating the load shedding crisis currently embattling South Africa. The lobby group believes, wholeheartedly, that there are sufficient legal grounds for the Senior Public Prosecutor to accept the criminal charges. Can the Ministry be held accountable?
GUEST: Visvin Reddy, the National Convenor for a lobby group People Against Load Shedding (PALS)
Today we celebrate Human Rights Day and it also marks the anniversary of the Sharpeville massacre where 69 men and women were killed brutally by the Apartheid regime. They had responded to a call by Pan Africanist leader Robert Sobukwe who had called on black people to protest against the Pass Laws that determined their movements and where they could live and work. This morning we will discuss the Pass Laws which were one of the most horrifying policies of the Apartheid regime in South Africa.
GUEST: Omar Badsha - Who is the Ceo and Founder of South African History
Electioneering in Health Facilities is unacceptable, this according to Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi. The Health department says that there are political parties who intend on visiting hospitals to canvass for votes. The National Health Council (NHC), the highest decision making body in Health, comprised of the Minister of Health and the nine MECs of health, have since held a tele-conference recently to discuss this issue.
GUEST: Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi
On Monday President Cyril Ramaphosa had a taste of the frustrations that train commuters go through daily. The president was stuck for almost three hours in a train from Mabopane station to Bosman in the CBD. What was supposed to have been a routine ANC election engagement with commuters became a harrowing experience. Ramaphosa said he will raise commuters' frustrations with Prasa officials and that action will be taken if things don't change. This morning we are in conversation with Prasa about how they intend to address challenges facing commuters on a daily basis…
GUEST: Dr Sipho Sithole, Group strategy officer for the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa)
The joint meeting of committees of Parliament which play an oversight role on tax payers’ money has criticized law enforcement agencies for their slow progress in investigating the Steinhoff debacle. The Hawks, the NPA as well as the Assets Forfeiture Unit were giving progress report on their probe into the crash of the multinational retailer's shares. MPs raised questions on whether bank accounts of those involved were frozen and why there are have been no arrests. The officials say they were waiting for PWC forensic investigation to be finalized. The chairperson of the Standing Committee on Finance Yunis Carrim says they want to be briefed on progress made on the investigation every Friday until the eve of the election
GUEST: Rob Rose, editor of the Financial Mail and author of The Grand Scam
ANC elders have written an open letter to what they call "corrupt comrades", asking them to remove themselves from party list. Last week, candidate lists for Parliament and provincial legislatures were presented to the Electoral Commission (IEC) by political parties. ANC elders say the members on the list should be above ethical reproach and that they want to make it clear that withdrawing one's names from the list would not in any way imply an admission of guilt.
GUEST: ANC Veteran, Mavuso Msimang
Embattled power utility Eskom says it cannot guarantee that load shedding will soon be a thing of past. However, Eskom chairperson Jabu Mabuza vows that measures have been put in place to avoid a total blackout. He was speaking in a media briefing alongside Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan yesterday, appealing to South Africans to understand the nature of the challenges the power utility faces. Currently there are reports that Eskom is planning for Stage 5 and Stage 6 load-shedding to ensure that a national blackout and grid collapse does not happen…
GUEST: Andrew Kenny, who is an Engineer, with particular interest in energy
Today we are broadcasting live from the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel, In Durban, KwaZulu Natal, for the Annual Local Government Asset Management Indaba. The MEC for the department of Cogta Ms Nomusa Dube-Ncube will this morning (19 March), meet with all Mayors from all the Municipalities in the Province to engage on how to turn around the performance of municipalities within the province. This morning we will discuss the role of Local Governments in ensuring that assets are managed properly and how the Centre for Municipal Asset Management has been established to focus on promoting integrated asset management.
GUEST: Mr Mxolisi Nkosi- Municipal Manager Mkhanyakude District
Today we are broadcasting live from the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel, In Durban, KwaZulu Natal, for the Annual Local Government Asset Management Indaba. The MEC for the department of Cogta Ms Nomusa Dube-Ncube will this morning (19 March), meet with all Mayors from all the Municipalities in the Province to engage on how to turn around the performance of municipalities within the province. This morning we will discuss the role of Local Governments in ensuring that assets are managed properly and how the Centre for Municipal Asset Management has been established to focus on promoting integrated asset management.
GUEST: Dr. Zweli Mkize minister of Cooporetive Governance and Traditional Affairs
Today we are broadcasting live from the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel, In Durban, KwaZulu Natal, for the Annual Local Government Asset Management Indaba. The MEC for the department of Cogta Ms Nomusa Dube-Ncube will this morning (19 March), meet with all Mayors from all the Municipalities in the Province to engage on how to turn around the performance of municipalities within the province. This morning we will discuss the role of Local Governments in ensuring that assets are managed properly and how the Centre for Municipal Asset Management has been established to focus on promoting integrated asset management.
GUEST: KZN's SALGA Deputy Chair, Nonhle Mkhulisi
The Executive Mayor for the City of Johannesburg, Herman Mashaba says the City is considering private prosecution on several criminal matters sitting with the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) due to its inaction. Mashaba says has written to the South Gauteng Director of Public Prosecutions, Advocate Andrew Chauke, to express his "deep concern and frustration". He says the City has on numerous occasions sought to engage the NPA to raise such concern on the apparent lack of attention paid to fraud and corruption cases emanating from the City…
GUEST: Tony Taverna-Turisan, who is the legal advisor to Herman Mashaba, the Executive Mayor for the City of Joburg
Today we are broadcasting live from the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel, In Durban, KwaZulu Natal, for the Annual Local Government Asset Management Indaba. The MEC for the department of Cogta Ms Nomusa Dube-Ncube will this morning (19 March), meet with all Mayors from all the Municipalities in the Province to engage on how to turn around the performance of municipalities within the province. This morning we will discuss the role of Local Governments in ensuring that assets are managed properly and how the Centre for Municipal Asset Management has been established to focus on promoting integrated asset management.
GUEST: Mrs Nomusa Dube-Ncube MEC Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Having a valid will is important for everyone, but it becomes particularly essential in the event that you have dependents or a family. This morning on our Finance feature we will look at the importance of having a valid Will and some of the dangers of an unsigned wills and intestate succession.
GUEST: Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients
Today we are broadcasting live from the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani hotel, In Durban, KwaZulu Natal, for the Annual Local Government Asset Management Indaba. The MEC for the department of Cogta Ms Nomusa Dube-Ncube will this morning (19 March), meet with all Mayors from all the Municipalities in the Province to engage on how to turn around the performance of municipalities within the province. This morning we will discuss the role of Local Governments in ensuring that assets are managed properly and how the Centre for Municipal Asset Management has been established to focus on promoting integrated asset management.
GUEST: ANC KZN provincial secretary, Mdumiseni Ntuli
Through the State Capture Inquiry South Africans have been privy to shocking details of the depths of corruption in the country. State Capture Inquiry was a Commission which is set up to investigate allegations of state capture, corruption and fraud in the Public Sector including organs of state. The Human Rights Commission recently hosted a panel discussion under the theme "The Impact of Corruption on Human Rights". The objective of the discussion was to understand the level, pervasiveness and form of corruption at local government level; to reflect on the negative effects of corruption on the protection of human rights; and to explore synergies and possibilities for cooperation between different sectors of society in the fight against corruption.
GUEST: Buang Jones, who is the Provincial manager of the Gauteng office for the South African Human Rights Commission's (SAHRC)
Yesterday I spoke to the America's Deputy Secretary of State John J. Sullivan, who is in the country to promote U.S. trade and investment, as well as advancing peace and security, including with respect to the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela. Throughout the trip, the Deputy Secretary will affirm the United States' longstanding and wide-ranging commitment to Africa as he engages with government officials, representatives from the business community and civil society, youth leaders, and U.S. Mission personnel. The Deputy Secretary will conclude his trip in Luanda, Angola.
The Right2Know (R2K) Campaign has called on President Cyril Ramaphosa to implement all of the recommendations of the High-Level Review Panel on the State Security Agency. In particular, R2K wants the President to scrap the Secrecy Bill as recommended by the report and for all those implicated to be named and prosecuted. The report found that former President Jacob Zuma used the country's intelligence services for his own political and personal interests.
GUEST: Thami Nkosi, Right2Know's Campaign organizer
We are now in conversation with Advocate Nokukhanya Jele, who is a Legal Advisor to President Cyril Ramaphosa about the National Association of Democratic Lawyers, NADEL, which is a voluntary organisation of lawyers. This morning we will discuss the judicial system and access to justice for disadvantaged people and also the rule of law.
GUEST: Advocate Nokukhanya Jele, Legal Advisor to President Cyril Ramaphosa
We now look at the latest developments in the murder of former ANCYL secretary Sindiso Magaqa. According to weekend reports, Harry Gwala Mayor Mluleki Ndobe and a second person have been arrested in connection with the murder of former ANC Youth League leader, Sindiso Magaqa.
Guest: KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary, Thanduxolo Sabelo
The DA has released its list of candidates for the May eighth general election. The party says Helen Zille is not part of it election list as this is her last term as Premier of the Western Cape.
guest: DA National spokesperson, Solly Malatsi
Time now for our regular Friday Feature the Friday Music Wind Down, where we always end the week of hard news on a lighter "note". Today we profile a very talented actress, businesswoman and songstress, Miranda Ntshangase. Some of you might know her from hit soapies like SABC 1's Tshisa, Sokhulu and Partners, E-TV's Rhythm City and her portrayal of the character Joy on The Queen. You might also know her from her 2017 single "Lendoda", a song about the day she met her husband
GUEST: Miranda Ntshangase, who is an actress, businesswoman and songstress
As part of ongoing institutional reforms at the African Union, the implementing arm of its development strategy formerly known as the New Partnership for Africa’s Development Planning and Coordinating Agency, or NEPAD is transforming into the African Union Development Agency. Drafted at the 2018 AU summit as part of larger institutional and financial reforms championed by then-Commissioner Paul Kagame, AUDA officially adopted its mandate and launched at the 2019 AU summit. We get to understand this morning, the work that the African Union Development Agency.
GUEST: Dr Reuel Khoza is an exponent of African-led, globally competitive economic development initiatives and is a distinguished thought leader and lecturer on diverse business topics.
Judge Mandela Makaula has recused himself from presiding over the trial of controversial Nigerian pastor, Timothy Omotoso. This follows two failed attempts by Omotoso's legal team to have judge Makaula recuse himself on the grounds that he was biased towards the first witness, Cheryl Zondi. Omotoso is on trial with two co-accused - Lusanda Sulani and Zukiswa Sitho - for a range of crimes, including rape and human trafficking.
Guest: Jayed-Leigh Paulse – SABC Reporter based in Port Elizabeth
Rating agencies essentially assess the financial strength of companies and government entities, especially their ability to meet principal and interest payments on their debts. According to my next guest, Africa is experiencing ‘rating abuse’. To this end, he says African countries should design a collective response mechanism to save the continent from rating abuse.
GUEST: Dr. Misheck Mutize - A Sovereign Credit Rating Expert and University of Cape Town lecturer of Finance at the Graduate School of Business.
We now look at concerns raised around the ANC's party list. Political parties have submitted their candidate lists for the National Assembly and provincial legislatures to the Independent Electoral Commission, ahead of this weeks' deadline. There has been criticism over the ANC's party list as senior leaders implicated in corruption and state capture have made the party's list of potential members of parliament, after the May elections. The party has confirmed that Nomvula Mokonyane, Bathabile Dlamini and Malusi Gigaba are on their list. ANC secretary general, Ace Magashule says the list was compiled after an extensive consultation with the party structures across ANC branches and regions.
GUEST: Acting national spokesperson, Dakota Legoete
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Convention Centre at Emperors Palace, In Kempton Park, Johannesburg, this morning, where the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Commission is hosting its annual conference. The B-BBEE Commission is South Africa's B-BBEE regulator, established in 2016 to put an end to fronting. The Commission's conference will focus on ownership with emphasis on reported major BBBEE deals of R25 million and above. It will also share information on B-BBEE requirements and best practice. On the Talking Point this morning we will look at the work done by the Commission since its inception. How it intends to make sure that economic empowerment really does take place in the country's major economic sectors, how it is advancing women's economic empowerment and we will also look at the current pace of economic transformation...
guest: Joseph
Power utility Eskom says it will implement stage 1 load shedding from 11:00 to 23:00 on Thursday due to a shortage of generating capacity.
GUEST: Eskom’s acting head of generation, Andrew Etzinge
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Convention Centre at Emperors Palace, In Kempton Park, Johannesburg, this morning, where the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Commission is hosting its annual conference. The B-BBEE Commission is South Africa's B-BBEE regulator, established in 2016 to put an end to fronting. The Commission's conference will focus on ownership with emphasis on reported major BBBEE deals of R25 million and above. It will also share information on B-BBEE requirements and best practice. On the Talking Point this morning we will look at the work done by the Commission since its inception. How it intends to make sure that economic empowerment really does take place in the country's major economic sectors, how it is advancing women's economic empowerment and we will also look at the current pace of economic transformation...
guest: Lindiwe Madonsela
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Convention Centre at Emperors Palace, In Kempton Park, Johannesburg, this morning, where the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Commission is hosting its annual conference. The B-BBEE Commission is South Africa's B-BBEE regulator, established in 2016 to put an end to fronting. The Commission's conference will focus on ownership with emphasis on reported major BBBEE deals of R25 million and above. It will also share information on B-BBEE requirements and best practice. On the Talking Point this morning we will look at the work done by the Commission since its inception. How it intends to make sure that economic empowerment really does take place in the country's major economic sectors, how it is advancing women's economic empowerment and we will also look at the current pace of economic transformation...
guest: MEC for economic Development and tourism KZN Sihle Zikalala
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Convention Centre at Emperors Palace, In Kempton Park, Johannesburg, this morning, where the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Commission is hosting its annual conference. The B-BBEE Commission is South Africa's B-BBEE regulator, established in 2016 to put an end to fronting. The Commission's conference will focus on ownership with emphasis on reported major BBBEE deals of R25 million and above. It will also share information on B-BBEE requirements and best practice. On the Talking Point this morning we will look at the work done by the Commission since its inception. How it intends to make sure that economic empowerment really does take place in the country's major economic sectors, how it is advancing women's economic empowerment and we will also look at the current pace of economic transformation...
Guest: Makininyane Mohapeloa-Managing Director of Tshokoma Business Consultancy
How can parents encourage entrepreneurship in their children? If you scratch the surface of an entrepreneur, and you'll often find a history of entrepreneurial endeavor in the family, this according to Jenny Retief, CEO of Riversands Incubation Hub. Youth unemployment is high in the country and there are simply not enough jobs to accommodate this high number. So how can parents equip children with critical foundational knowledge and entrepreneurial skills to develop their appreciation for self-employment opportunities? Jenny Retief says it is very important to teach children about Entrepreneurship, the lessons of disappointment in business, to prepare them for unexpected business failures or down-times.
GUEST: Jenny Retief, CEO of Riversands Incubation Hub
The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Convention Centre at Emperors Palace, In Kempton Park, Johannesburg, this morning, where the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Commission is hosting its annual conference. The B-BBEE Commission is South Africa's B-BBEE regulator, established in 2016 to put an end to fronting. The Commission's conference will focus on ownership with emphasis on reported major BBBEE deals of R25 million and above. It will also share information on B-BBEE requirements and best practice. On the Talking Point this morning we will look at the work done by the Commission since its inception. How it intends to make sure that economic empowerment really does take place in the country's major economic sectors, how it is advancing women's economic empowerment and we will also look at the current pace of economic transformation...
Guest: Minister of the Department of Trade and İndustry Rob Davies
The Independent Electoral Commission, IEC has plans to stop foreign funding to assure no influence on the country's elections. The IEC is intends to implement a new Political Party Funding Act from the first of April to prevent political parties from receiving foreign funds. The move has been seen as an attempt to make the country less susceptible to capture by foreign countries…
GUEST: IEC chief electoral officer, Sy Mamabolo
The ANC Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) in the Northern Cape has named over 13 farmers across the province that will be expropriated without compensation. The party is yet to inform or interact with the farm owners.
GUEST: ANC Northern Cape provincial secretary, Deshi Ngxanga
Diversity in ownership within the car rental and fleet management sectors is needed, this according to the Founder and CEO of Afrirent Holdings, Senzo Tsabedze. Senzo says the racially-skewed ownership patterns in the South African economy have remained a bugbear despite several legislative interventions introduced over the years to foster diversity. He says the non-regulated sectors such as the car rental and fleet management market is a perfect example of legacy problems constraining the growth of black businesses.
GUEST: Mandla Gama, Group Executive for Business Development at Afrirent
Deputy President David Mabuza says he doesn't really take Minister of Finance Tito Mboweni seriously over comments on the privatization of state entities. Mabuza was responding to a question from DA MP Natasha Mazzone, who asked if he supported Mboweni's stance on privatization. The emergence of social media has changed the way in which political communication takes place in South Africa. Politicians and political parties are now using social media platforms, like Facebook and Twitter, to communicate with and engage voters. This has also made elected officials and candidates for public office more accountable and accessible to voters. Some politicians even use such platforms to promote ideologies of a particular political party and at times we see politicians from the same party bickering out on social media with the opposing views on such ideologies
GUEST: Professor Mcebisi Ndletyana - Professor of politics at the University of Johannesburg
Zondo Commission to hear application from former SARS commissioner Tom Moyane to cross-examine Minister of Public Enterprises, Pravin Gordhan
FOCUS: The Zondo Commission of Inquiry into State Capture will today hear an application from former SARS commissioner Tom Moyane to cross-examine Minister of Public Enterprises, Pravin Gordhan. Minister Gordhan says Mr Moyane is being used to advance the EFF's political campaign against him…
GUEST: Reverend Mbuyiselo Stemela, spokesperson for the Zondo Commission of Inquiry into State Capture
Since its independence from Great Britain in 1966, has had consistently one of the most prosperous economies in Africa with one of the most stable political climates. It is a landlocked country in southern Africa, sharing borders with Namibia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. The Tswana or Setswana people comprise the country’s largest ethnic group, accounting for 79% of the population. This morning we learn more about the make-up of the country, the people, traditions and other interesting facts about the country.
GUEST: Lesedi Thema, who is the Deputy High Commissioner at Botswana High Commission
The second annual South African Local Government Association (Salga) Research Colloquium is currently underway at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, under the theme "Spatially Just, Inclusive and Transformative Cities". Yesterday at the Research Colloquium Professor Oliver Fuo, presented a paper on enhancing inclusiveness in South African cities through local indigent policies: A case for permanent residents. The main argument of this paper was that the mandatory requirement for citizenship in accessing free basic services in the indigent policies of specific municipalities exacerbates socio-economic exclusion and is unconstitutional to the extent that these policies exclude foreigners permanently resident in their jurisdictions.
GUEST: Professor Oliver Fuo, an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Law at North West University
Public enterprises minister, Pravin Gordhan is opposing axed SARS boss Tom Moyane's application to cross examine him at the Zondo state capture inquiry. Minister Gordhan says Mr Moyane is being used to advance the EFF's political campaign against him...
GUEST: Mr Eric Mabuza - lawyer of dismissed former Sars commissioner Tom Moyane
The CEO and founder of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg has recently announced that he wants to reposition the social media platform as a privacy-focused platform. On a recent Facebook post, he stated his vision for how he wants to make the service more secure. For years though, Mark Zuckerberg preached the value of people sharing more and more information online, with the mission of building what he often called a "more open and connected world”, while at the same time profiting from that activity by collecting data and using it to lure advertisers. What has changed? What does the future of Facebook as a secure platform look like? Can Facebook be secure?
GUEST: Arthur Goldstuck, Founder and Managing Director at World Wide Worx
The ‘Talking Book’ is a solar powered book, that is said to literally speak to uneducated parents, and guide them through their rights and those of their disabled children concerning access to education. Section 27 has championed the book, who believe that the book can be used a as tool to empower communities across the country to advocate for the rights of their children.
GUEST: Nontsikelelo Mpulo – Spokesperson for Section27
The Blackhouse Kollective is hosting a Summer School Camp aimed at introducing young people to a conversation on decolonialty by distilling Decolonial Thought from Black Consciousness and Pan Africanists thoughts. The Blackhouse Kollective is a youth-founded Soweto based Black Consciousness Pan Africanist organization. The purpose of the camp is to help learners and educators make sense of education and the idea of a school from a decolonial and black consciousness lens with the hope of re-imagining better schools for decolonized education. It is for this reason that my next guest, Prof Nelson Maldonado-Torres - Academy of Science of South Africa (ASAF) Distinguished Visiting Scholar is in the country. To share more about what a school for a decolonized education looks like,
GUEST: Prof Nelson Maldonado-Torres - A distinguished visiting scholar at the Academy
Yesterday the SABC's Special Assignment programme aired an episode looking into issues of whether or not banks discriminating against black people. Frans Mokomane one of the prejudice clients interviewed by Special Assignment said he was ripped off with R 150 000 due to unfair discrimination with interest rates on mortgages by FNB. For more we are now joined by financial investigating consultant, Mr Emerald van Zyl, who is renowned for fighting against banking abuse. He says the Reserve Bank, Human Right Commission, Banking Council and Standing Committee Finance Parliament are aware of such discrimination but failed to act.
GUEST: Financial investigating consultant, Emerald van Zyl
A high court in the Eastern Cape has found that the government officials were involved in the misappropriation of public funds during the burial of former president Nelson Mandela. Last week the court dismissed an application by provincial government director-general, Marion Mbina-Mthembu to set aside Mkhwebane's findings concerning the funeral of Mandela in 2013. Public Protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane has welcomed the judgment as this affirms her 2017 findings that public funds to the tune of R300m were improperly diverted from the Eastern Cape Development Corporation's social infrastructure delivery programme towards the memorial and funeral services.
GUEST: Public Protector Spokesperson, Oupa Segalwe
Time now for our regular Friday Music Wind Down feature. Today we profile Johannesburg-based Jazz artist and pianist, Keenan Meyer. Meyer is a Mandela Rhodes Scholar and has received numerous accolades for his work in the academic and music space. Keenan will be performing at the Youngblood Gallery, on 20th of March. Youngblood's main focus is to provide a platform for up and coming artists.
GUEST: Jazz artist and pianist, Keenan Meyer
The term ‘Friend-Zoned’ is a popular culture term, the friend zone is a situation in which one member of a friendship wishes to enter into a romantic or sexual relationship, while the other does not. Many men will admit that they try by all means to avoid the ‘friend-zoned’. As it is generally considered to be an undesirable situation for the rejected person. None the less, many friendships between men and women arise from this. Can women and men, truly just be friends?
GUEST: Linda Yende, Speaker, Author, Lifestyle Entrepreneur
Yesterday 2 Boksburg schoolboys were arrested for the rape of a 13-year-old pupil. In other shocking stories, four primary school boys are being investigated for allegedly raping four younger boys at school and in another separate case three Grade 8 pupils have been suspended from School in Diepkloof, Soweto, for allegedly raping a fellow pupil. So how does the judicial system deal with such young sexual offenders and their victims? Recently we have also seen viral videos of kids as young as four engaging in sexual activities, while an adult records what's happening. Do our children have a sexual behaviour problem? Or as we as parents to blame?
GUEST: Errol Naidoo - Who is the Founder and Director of the Family Policy Institute:
Today Marks International Women’s Day (IWD). This is a day celebrated globally on March 8 and has become a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women the world over. This year’s theme, #BalanceforBetter & as we celebrate this Day, we look at occupying influential government positions in the SADC region, but also, get to understand the work of the SADC Parliamentary Forum Gender Program.
GUEST: Nomkhitha Gysman (From Namibia) - Gender specialist and SADC Parliamentary Forum Gender Program Manager.
Dr Ismail Lagardien is a writer, columnist and political economist debates in his recent article whether they are economic boosters or recolonisation? This morning, apart from understanding what the value for Charter cities are, if at all for Africa, we get a deeper understand of what exactly are they?
GUEST: Dr Ismail Lagardien is a writer, columnist and political economist with extensive exposure and experience in global political economic affairs.
We now look at Eureka, another whites-only community such as Orania and Eden. The new whites-only town in the Northern Cape is situated outside Garies and was created as a settlement to preserve white culture and as a place for white people to live "safely and independently". Meanwhile the leader of the Freedom Front Plus in the Northern Cape, Dr Wynand Boshoff has cautioned the founder of Eureka, Adriaan Alettus Nieuwoudt that establishing a settlement exclusively for one race group is not advisable and that "race and culture are not synonyms."
GUEST: Freedom Front Plus leader in the Northern Cape, Dr Wynand Boshoff
Students are currently protesting at the Nelson Mandela University at the campus in Port Elizabeth. Classes for the day have been postponed until further notice. Evening classes were also suspended yesterday due to the protest action. The protest is about a number of students that were unable to register. Sasco says many students have been excluded from registration as they do no have registration fees.
GUEST: South African Students Congress (sasco), Deputy president, Lyanda Tenge
Yesterday our conversation on South Africa's prison system and how such institutions punish and rehabilitate Inmates sparked conversations around life after prison. Many of you called in with mixed opinions on whether or not to give ex-offenders a second chance. Others, who were ex-convicts, expressed frustration about how people with criminal records find it hard to find work. People with a criminal record are now making up a sizeable segment of the country's population – given this factor shouldn't there be general consensus that employment is one of the best ways to discourage ex-cons from returning to crime? This morning we will look at the stigma of having a criminal record and initiatives in place to try to help ex-offenders
GUEST: Gerson Nevari, Director of the Community Outreach
Advtech, Curro and Pembury are small-cap companies listed on the JSE, and have a focus on private education in South Africa – a growing market sector. There is increasing demand for an alternative to public education in the country, which is seen as offering poor levels of teaching in the country. Education franchises continue to grow and spread across South Africa, fulfilling parent’s needs to invest in their children’s early learning and critical skills development. This morning we understand more about the opportunities available to SMEs wishing to enter into the education sector are extensive – from private pre-primary schools to support services and innovative educational products, as well as the overall economic impact of this form of business.
GUEST: David Morobe – Regional General Manager at Business Partners Limited
South Africa Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies on Tuesday announced the newly appointed South African BRICS Business Council which is set to promote and strengthen trade and investment ties among the BRICS countries. The council, established in 2012, aims to promote and strengthen business, trade and investment ties between the five Brics countries. This morning we understand the work the council will be doing in terms of trade and investment opportunities in key sectors of the economy.
GUEST: Busi Mabuza, Chairperson of the Board, Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). Ms Mabuza will also head up the new Brics Business Council.
Gauteng Premier, David Makhura, has blamed some foreign nationals for contributing to the crime rate in South Africa - saying specific nationalities are involved in drugs, cash in transit heists, violence and even murders. Makhura, who was speaking at post-budget discussions yesterday, emphasized that he was not being xenophobic. Meanwhile, Home Affairs minister, Siyabonga Cwele says he has given directives for the review of the status of all foreign nationals who are running businesses in the country, including religious leaders. Cwele says recent scandals committed by church leaders coming from other countries under the guise of doing businesses in the country, requires more assessment on their status.
GUEST: Home Affairs spokesperson, Siya Qoza
Many people have criticized the prison system for being a walk in the park for inmates‚ who receive free meals‚ medical care, no rent and a free education. Others believe the country's prisons are a breeding ground for criminals‚ where drugs and gangs are common. This morning we aim to understand what is the aim on our Prison System as a country? Is it rehabilitation? Punishment? Alienation from society? And how are we doing in that regard?
GUEST: Zia Wasserman- Sonke's National Prisons Coordinator
Guest: Golden Miles Bhudu, National spokesperson of the South African Prisoners' Organisation for Human Rights
South Africa ranks sixth globally as a nation of drinkers; this ranking is according to the 2018 global status report on alcohol and health published by the World Health Organisation (WHO). Meanwhile, Dr Grieve Chelwa, a Senior Lecturer in economics at the Graduate School of Business at the University of Cape Town says given its societal harm, taxation of alcohol products must be urgently revisited.
GUEST: Dr Grieve Chelwa, a Senior Lecturer in economics at the Graduate School of Business at the University of Cape Town
In her recent Memoir titled ‘My Blood Divides and Unites’ my next guest Jesmane Boggenpoel writes affectingly about the pain and difficulty of growing up in South Africa during the apartheid era as a mixed-race person. She speaks of overcoming Apartheid and also, how according to her, reconciliation can transform pain into hope and change the world.
GUEST: Author Jesmane Boggenpoel, who is an experienced business executive and former Head of Business Engagement for Africa at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland.
We start off the show by looking at the growing unrest at Sibanye-Stillwater's gold operations, in the Westrand, which has seen nine people dead since workers downed tools in November last year. The crisis has prompted Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe to call for the assistance of the Police Minister, Bheki Cele to "restore and safeguard the safety and security of the community" in Carletonville in the west of Johannesburg.
GUEST: Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe
We continue our focus on the worrying tensions between India and Pakistan following the atrocious attacks and escalating tit-for-tat aggression in Kashmir. Several organizations have tweeted us asking for a platform to share their respective views on this dispute, which escalated following a suicide bombing killed 41 Indian soldiers in Indian-administered Kashmir, last month. The conflict over the Himalayan region of Kashmir has gone on for more than 70 years. This morning we will hear the stance from the narrative of Pakistan, from two of my guests on this matter GUESTS:
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Mr Muhammad Ali Butt, Chief Information of Pakistan South Africa Association in South Africa
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Mr Salman Khan, Chairman South Africa kashmiri Action Group
Zambia, landlocked country in Africa. It is situated on a high plateau in south-central Africa and takes its name from the Zambezi River, which drains all but a small northern part of the country. The total number of languages spoken in Zambia is 73, with the most popular being Nyanja, Bemba, Lozi, Tonga, Luvale, Lunda, and Kaonde. Like any country, there are a lot of customs, such as food customs, which vary among tribes. For example, in the Bemba culture it is taboo for a bride to eat eggs because it may affect her fertility. To share more about their customs, traditions and the people, we are joined by…
GUEST: Kelvin Namwanza – Zambian Native, Author and Small Business Consultant
Jamil Khan believes that a failed rainbow nation and a race card is all we have to show for South African race relations 25 years on. Conversations about race, in a country plagued by a brutal history of race discrimination and inhumanity, still range from doubtful contemplation to fervent denialism. Therefore the rainbow is dead, and white is not a colour.
GUEST: Jamil F. Khan, who is a Writer, Researcher, Wits PhD Critical Diversity Studies candidate and Columnist for Sowetan.
Many of you have expressed anger and frustration over a viral video of Gqom musician Babes Wodumo, who is seen in the video footage being physically abused by a man believed to be her long-term boyfriend, musician Mampintsha. Others have taken to social media to express their dismay as to why Babes Wodumo has stayed in such an abusive relationship, especially when this incident was not the first case of abuse. People who have never been abused often wonder why a person wouldn't just leave such an abusive relationship. They don't understand that leaving can be more complicated than it seems. To answer this question we are now joined by Life Time Live host, Ms Criselda Dudumashe...
GUEST: Life Time Live host, Ms Criselda Dudumashe
We are now in conversation with former acting national police commissioner, Lieutenant general Khomotso Phahlane, who remains adamant that he is innocent of the fraud and corruption charges leveled against him. Phahlane who is facing the charges as accounting officer for the police, insists that former Independent Police Investigative Directorate head Robert McBride is pursuing a personal vendetta against him. The charges against Phahlane and six others relate to the 86-million-rand blue lights deal.
GUEST: Former acting national police commissioner, Lieutenant general Khomotso Phahlane
The SABC will today launch a multi-platform production called Democracy Gauge to mark 25 years of South Africa's democracy. South Africans go to the polls in crunch general elections on May the eighth. The public broadcaster's Democracy Gauge will profile the experiences of ordinary South Africans. It will include their views on the country's successes and failures. Over 200 South Africans will be included in TV, radio and online inserts as well as a current affairs programme. SABC General Manager for News Phathiswa Magopeni says Bongani Bingwa will be the presenter on SABC 3 and SABC News Channel 404
GUEST: SABC spokesperson Neo Momodu
We are now in conversation with Moses Dlamini, Spokesperson for the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID), to discuss the independent oversight body's constitutional mandate. As most of you may know IPID's mandate is to conduct independent and impartial investigations of specified criminality committed by members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) Municipal Police Services (MPS). This morning will examine some of the types of matters that are investigated by IPID. During this discussion we will also discuss IPID's formal relationship with both the civilian secretariat of police and saps
GUEST: Moses Dlamini, Spokesperson for the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID)
ANC members on portfolio committee on communications accused of deliberately delaying the process to appoint new SABC board members The DA on parliament's communications portfolio committee has questioned the legal grounds for the ANC's proposal that the remaining four members vacate their positions so that a completely new SABC board can be found. The ANC said that the remaining board must be dissolved and an interim board be appointed. The ANC has the majority on the committee - which has put on hold the shortlisting of the 24 candidates for a new board at the cash strapped public broadcaster. DA Spokesperson on Communications Phumzile Van Damme says she believes the ruling party was never interested in filling the board vacancies at the public broadcaster
GUEST: Chairperson of the portfolio committee on communications, Professor Hlengiwe Mkhize
The Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC) has taken the Ingonyama Trust to court to force the Trust to pay back millions of rands it has unlawfully collected in rent for nearly a decade from occupiers under Zulu King, Goodwill Zwelithini. CASAC has accused the Ingonyama Trust of acting in an unlawful manner by coercing people to sign illegal 40-year lease agreements.
GUEST: Mr Lawson Naidoo - Who is the Executive Secretary at the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC)
Why haven't we been able to find a solution to the Kashmir conflict so far? We now look at the worrying tensions between India and Pakistan following the atrocious attacks and escalating tit-for-tat aggression in Kashmir. Last month the dispute escalated after a suicide bombing killed 41 Indian soldiers in Indian-administered Kashmir. The conflict over the Himalayan region of Kashmir has gone on for more than 70 years.
GUEST: Sanusha Naidu, Senior Research Associate at the Institute for Global Dialogue
There’s a circular reportedly from the Department of health doing the rounds, stating that foreign nationals need to pay for healthcare at public hospitals
GUEST: Abigail Dawson, Spokesperson for the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa (CoRMSA) guest: Phephelaphi Dube - Constitutional law expert
Time now for our other regular Friday feature the "Friday Music Wind Down", this morning the spotlight is on Mzansi's Bass Queen, singer and bass guitarist, Tebogo Patience Sedumedi better known as "Aus Tebza". The music star has performed with the likes of Kelly Khumalo, Wanda Baloyi, Swazi Dlamini and most notably the late HHP. She first released her first album "make a Difference" in 2016. This evening she is having her own one women show at Afrobru in Maboneng, Johannesburg.
GUEST: Mzansi's Bass Queen, singer and bass guitarist, Tebogo Patience Sedumedi better known as "Aus Tebza"
Time now for our regular Friday feature Men Talk, today we will continue last week’s discussion on why men cheat - Both married and unmarried men. As stated previously I understand that women also cheat but this is our Men Talk feature so the main focus is on men, but we will also touch on why women cheat too.
GUEST: Fredrick Mamabolo, who is a Productivity Coach, Speaker and Corporate strategist.
A tweet by Medical Doctor Sibongile Tito, show a picture of a stack of forms with medical evidence of injuries sustained by patients who opened cases of sexual and physical assault with the South African Police Service, awaiting collection by SAPS from one of our state hospitals has sparked outrage, on how authorities deal with such case. Some of the medical evidence date back to 2018, meaning the cases are still stagnant and have yet to be investigated. A consultant at Nalane for Reproductive Justice, Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng says "this is in itself violence".
GUEST: Consultant at Nalane for Reproductive Justice, Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, where Transport Minister, Blade Nzimande will host a two-day Maritime Transport Sector Dialogue. Maritime stakeholders from government and the private sector, organized labour, shipping industry, business community and academia will participate in the dialogue, which Intends to promote strong relationship between government and private sector regarding developments, challenges, opportunities and transformation in the sector.
Guest: : Transport Minister Dr Blade Nzimande
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, where Transport Minister, Blade Nzimande will host a two-day Maritime Transport Sector Dialogue. Maritime stakeholders from government and the private sector, organized labour, shipping industry, business community and academia will participate in the dialogue, which Intends to promote strong relationship between government and private sector regarding developments, challenges, opportunities and transformation in the sector.
Guest: Kgomotso Selokane, Chairperson of the South African Maritime Business Forum
The Taxi industry needs urgent transformation, yet is missing from political party manifestos, this according to Ralph Mathekga, a senior researcher at the University of the Western Cape's Centre for Humanities Research. As our cities grow and become more sophisticated with renewed transportation networks, Ralph Mathekga says the minibus taxis will soon be shunned as outdated and that this will only intensify violence in the industry.
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga, who is a senior researcher at the University of the Western Cape's Centre for Humanities Research, and author of When Zuma Goes and Ramaphosa's Turn.
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, where Transport Minister, Blade Nzimande will host a two-day Maritime Transport Sector Dialogue. Maritime stakeholders from government and the private sector, organized labour, shipping industry, business community and academia will participate in the dialogue, which Intends to promote strong relationship between government and private sector regarding developments, challenges, opportunities and transformation in the sector.
Guest: Mr Mahesh Fakir, CEO of Ports Regulator South Africa
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, where Transport Minister, Blade Nzimande will host a two-day Maritime Transport Sector Dialogue. Maritime stakeholders from government and the private sector, organized labour, shipping industry, business community and academia will participate in the dialogue, which Intends to promote strong relationship between government and private sector regarding developments, challenges, opportunities and transformation in the sector.
Guest: Mr Dumisani Ntuli - Acting Deputy Director General of Maritine -Department of Transport
"People don't really know who Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe was and the values he stood for", that was a comment made by one of our regular listeners Sbu in Dobsonville. Last month SACP's Solly Mapaila came under fire for his claims that one of the founders of the PAC, Robert Sobukwe, received preferential treatment during his incarceration on Robben Island. Mapaila has since apologized for his comments. Yesterday marked 41 years since the passing of Sobukwe. As we remember the passing away of this popular Pan-Africanist leader and thinker, we will reflect on his life, values and ideas...
GUEST: Mzwanele Nyhontso, who is the new leader of the Pan Africanist Congress (PAC)
In a recent article, Mamphela Ramphele the co-founder of ReimagineSA says failure to systematically "heal the wounds of our ugly past" as enjoined by the Preamble of our Constitution, has left us with a social culture that tolerates violations of the rights of other human beings. She continues to say that State capture, gender-based violence, failure to invest in talent development for 80% of the children of our nation, and indifference to the failures to provide quality basic public services to all, are symptoms of a wounded people. How so? She joins us now to explain…
GUEST: The co-founder of ReimagineSA, Mamphela Ramphele
Yesterday the Limpopo education department expressed shock at the gruesome video on the brutal murder of 27 year old Thoriso Themane. Themane was reportedly at a park in Flora Park suburb when he was beaten up by a group of youngsters. The group of young people who carried this act are said to be in a gang. Gangsterism in South African townships is a common occurrence. Post-apartheid South Africa is riddled with poverty and unemployment, especially for the marginalised township youth, making them vulnerable to the practice. But this morning we are asking what is at the root of more and more young people becoming violent? What is a psychological make-up of a young person, with violent tendencies?
GUEST: Professor Gérard Labuschagne, who is the former head of the South African Police Service, SAPS’s specialized Investigative Psychology Section
Following the minister of finance, Tito Mboweni, delivery of his maiden budget speech, groupings forming part of the Care Work project noted with great disappointment the absence of a commitment to do the same for NPO workers in the social welfare services sector. They pointed to the Eastern Cape as just one example of the widespread payment of subsidies to the sector that is below the minimum wage of R20 per hour…
GUEST: Lisa Vetten - Care Work Project Manager
Is South Africa nurturing a culture of no consequences for wrongdoing in our Institutions of higher learning? We are now in conversation with City Press Editor-in-Chief, Mondli Makhanya, who seems to think so. Makhanya says since the start of the #FeesMustFall campaign, we have valorized thuggery and portrayed hooligans as revolutionaries and tolerate and normalize extremism. He says there has to be visible consequences for the criminality that has seized our campuses.
GUEST: City Press Editor-in-Chief, Mondli Makhanya
How does Psychology get decolonized? In the aftermath of the apartheid era, psychologists are working to make psychology more relevant to the vast majority of South Africans. Last week a colloquium on Decolonizing Psychology is being hosted on the University of the Western Cape (UWC) campus. For South African psychologist Saths Cooper, PhD, president of the International Union of Psychological Science, removing the "stain of colonialism" and locating psychology within lived experiences are crucial next steps in the discipline's development. He joins us now to share more …
GUEST: Psychologist Dr Saths Cooper, PRESIDENT OF THE PAN-AFRICAN PSYCHOLOGY UNION
ANC secretary general Ace Magashule says the African National Congress upholds the principle of innocent until proven guilty with regards to the respective cases of party spokespersons Pule Mabe and Zizi Kodwa. Yesterday the party confirmed that Mabe and Kodwa have agreed to step aside amid allegations of sexual harassment and rape respectively.
GUEST: ANC NEC member, S’dumo Dlamini
Muhammadu Buhari has won a second term as Nigeria's president. The opposition is challenging the result. Muhammadu Buhari came to power in 2015 promising to defeat extremist group Boko Haram and also to curb corruption in the country. Shortly after taking office, Buhari declared Boko Haram "technically defeated". This morning we will examine if Buhari has lived up to this pledge.
guest: NIXON KATEMBO -AFRICA ANALYST AND KISWAHILI PRODUCER AT CHANNEL AFRICA
Yesterday we looked at access to Justice for the poor, this morning we will continue with this theme by looking at access to health care for disadvantaged groups in South Africa. We will look at issues of affordability and availability to quality health care and how the health sector should address such inequalities
GUEST: Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi
GUEST: Mark Heywood, Senior Researcher at Section 27
Yesterday the state capture inquiry heard how then-acting Eskom boss Matshela Koko leaked critical information on internal programmes to people aligned to the controversial Gupta family. Testifying at the inquiry, the parastatal’s board chairman Jabu Mabuza described emails found on Koko’s computer, in which he sent confidential information to known Gupta associate Salim Essa.
GUEST: Matshela Koko
As we prepare for the end of the tax year it is a good time to recap on ways to save for retirement. Today our discussion is about the build-up.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
While South Africa has made significant strides in improving access to justice for its citizens, poverty remains an impediment to the access of justice for a number of people. Many people do not know the law and do not exercise their rights due to poverty-related lack of education and ignorance. This morning we will look at the "Access to Justice for the Poor". We will also discuss if the criminal justice system is biased against the poor and what efforts are being made to correct it....
GUEST: Howard Dembovsky, chair of the Justice Project South Africa
What will Johannesburg look like in 35 years’ time from a spatial perspective? A 2015 report published by Allianz, titled The Megacity State, stated that Johannesburg will be classified as a megacity by 2030, with its population exceeding 10 million people. As the population and economic activity is increasingly concentrating within the major urban centres of Johannesburg, this morning we will look at spatial dynamics and analyze spatial processes in the City. We will also look at access as a key objective for spatial transformation, as spatial integration has been a key objective in post-Apartheid spatial planning. So what will Johannesburg look like in 35 years’ time from a spatial perspective?
GUEST: Nadia Tromp, CEO of the Gauteng Institute for Architecture (Gifa). Gifa is one of the oldest architectural organizations in South Africa, founded in 1900 as the Transvaal Institute of Architects. Nadia is also the Founder and Owner of Ntsika Architects in Johannesburg.
Are we losing the fight against crime? For how long will South Africans be hostage to criminals in the country, this at the back of the brazen attacks on schools in the Eastrand.
GUEST: Lizette Lancaster, Manager for Crime and Justice Information Hub, at the Institute for Security studies, ISS
Time now for our regular Friday Music feature the Friday Music Wind Down. Today the spot light is on Gospel singer Verona Pillay, who was away from the recording scene for nearly 12 years. Verona Pillay was mentored by the great Rebecca Malope after she won the YoTV Child Star competition, at an early age in her life. Her hit single "Unconditionally" was selected for The 30 Most Amazing Gospel Hits of 2008 along with Kirk Franklin; she was the only South African. Verona was also nominated for Best Woman in Gospel at the 2019 Awards.
GUEST: Gospel singer Verona Pillay
Time now for our regular feature Men Talk, today we will look at some of the reasons why men cheat - Both married and unmarried men. Yes, I understand that women also cheat but this is our Men Talk feature so the focus is primarily on men but we will also touch on why and how women cheat too. Frustration in the marriage or relationship is one of the most common triggers, but phone in and tells us what interferes with your ability to maintain or remain in a committed relationship? We will take a look at a number of risk factors and causes for cheating. Whether cheating is a cry for help, an exit strategy out of a relationship, or a means to get revenge after being cheated? Is the cheater alone responsible for cheating? Why are men more likely to have affairs than women? And also why is it that men want to be forgiven when they are caught cheating BUT find it hard to forgive a woman who cheats on you? Once a cheat, always a cheat: do you think this is true?
GUEST: Fredrick Mamabolo - Productivity and life Coach, Speaker and Corporate strategist
For years the Catholic Church has been plagued by sexual abuse scandals, which have tarnished its reputation. Yesterday Pope Francis handed the world's top Catholic bishops guidelines to shape the debate at a landmark Vatican summit on tackling clerical sex abuse. Yesterday Roman Catholic bishops representing almost 150 countries met at the Vatican to discuss their response to the sexual abuse of children by members of the clergy. The summit is been convened by Pope Francis and aims to educate the top bishops who will then return home with clear ideas on how to spot and deal with abuse and paedophilia. It also aims to tackle the continuing sexual abuse scandal, which again hit the Church in 2018 in countries across the globe, including Chile, Germany and the United States. Why has it taken the church so long to get this right?
Guest: Father Russell Pollitt, S.J. – Director of the Jesuit Institute South Africa
While addressing Parliament during a response to Botswana’s country Budget Speech, President of the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), Advocate Duma Gideon Boko called on government to be more transparent. He said the budget speech lacked in providing practical direction as to how the country should progress in creating jobs, growing the economy and socially uplifting Batswana citizens. While SA is itself dealing with ailing state of State Owned Enterprises, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko says about Botswana’s State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) that the country’s failure in economic transformation in recent years indicated by its large number of State-Owned Enterprises (SOE), the majority of which while paying relatively good salaries, deliver no value for money. What according to him, is necessary to uplift the lives of the Botswana people?
GUEST: President of the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), Advocate Duma Gideon Boko
We are now in conversation with Veteran actress and activist, Florence Masebe about the Performers Protection Amendment Bill, which strengthens the moral and economic rights of performers. The Bill is currently before the National Council of Provinces (NCOP). Florence has been fighting against exploitation and for the fair treatment of artists in the industry. Last year she challenged members of parliament to pass the Performers Protection Amendment Bill, to protect the financial interests of actors and performers. The Bill has also been met with opposition. For more we are now joined on the line by…
guest: Veteran actress and activist, Florence Masebe
South Africa has a long history of student protests dating to the anti-Apartheid marches that predated South Africa's democracy. Since 1994, when democracy was established, South African students have had their own struggles. In recent years, there has been a wave of student protests action. The 2015 protests by UCT's students was a historic moment, were University of Cape Town's students protested for the removal of Cecil John Rhodes' statue. That same year saw the birth of #FeesMustFall, the student-led protest movement that began in mid-October 2015 in South Africa. This morning we journey back to student movements during apartheid & then come back to the student movements, activism and protest actions post democracy. How has student activism and movements evolved over time?
GUEST: Former Unisa vice-chancellor, Professor Barney
The Entrepreneurship Development Academy is the heart of entrepreneurial development and thinking at Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS). The Academy specialises in understanding entrepreneurship in constraint, enabling business owners to understand the environment within which they work, and thrive within it. This morning we find out more about the work the academy does, but also learn more about the grant funding from a US-based global company to assist South African township entrepreneurs across the country in retail-oriented pursuits.
GUEST: Sean Smith is Gordon Institute of Business Science senior manager: monitoring, evaluation
Are you a bank customer who has a complaint or complaints against your bank or banks? Then listen up, this next interview is for you. We are going to discuss some of the most common banking complaints received by the Ombudsman for Banking Services, such as fraud-related disputes, illegal debit orders, credit card problems, issues with Internet banking, cellphone banking or any other issues related to the sector. We will discuss the process one should follow when a bank client has a complaint about a bank product or service....
GUEST: Mashite Makgoo, a Case Manager from the Office of the Ombud for Financial Services Providers (FAIS Ombud)
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni has raised tough questions in Parliament relating to poor governance issues at State Owned Enterprises. He was delivering his maiden budget speech in the National Assembly. Mboweni has given cash strapped Eskom 23 billion rand to undertake its electricity market reform from tax adjustments. Mboweni has expressed serious concern about the state of SOEs ...
GUEST: Dr. Dale McKinley, an independent writer, researcher, lecturer and political activist
We are now in conversation with Daniela Lamparelli, a Wits University finalist of the Nedbank & Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition. The competition was launched in 1972 as a platform to empower and create exposure for the country's brightest young minds. The Competition calls on tertiary students across South Africa to put themselves in the shoes of the Minister of Finance by submitting their interpretation of the budget speech and come up with innovative and solution-oriented ideas to address key national challenges. The process culminates subsequent to the reading of the National Budget Speech by the Minister of Finance on 20 February 2019 at a Gala Dinner hosted by both Nedbank and Old Mutual and attended by the Minister of Finance. One undergraduate and one postgraduate student are selected as the winners based on how it complements the Minister's Speech in addressing the main issues of the day.
GUEST: Daniela Lamparelli, a Wits University finalist of the Nedbank & Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition
GUEST: Esther Bosha, who is also a Wits University finalist of the Nedbank & Old Mutual Budget Speech Competition
Tomorrow is International Mother Language Day; the day originated in Bangladesh in 1952 and was officially launched in 1999 by the United Nations, Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation, UNESCO. This day has been commemorated annually ever since on, 21st February, and aims to encourage linguistic diversity and fuller awareness of cultural traditions throughout over 215 countries around the world. This morning we will focus on the Importance of mother tongue language, particularly for children. How parents can encourage their children to speak their mother tongue but most importantly by being examples themselves....
GUEST: Elinor Sisulu, the Executive Director of Puku Children's Literature Foundation
GUEST: Lorato Trok, Specialist Multilingual Editor at Puku Children's Literature Foundation
Marriage is a relationship that takes two very different people with their own unique perspectives and joins them together for a lifetime of blissful togetherness. This morning we will look at Intercultural marriages, which are more popular now than in the past, due to greater levels of cultural awareness and tolerance. We will discuss the dynamics, benefits and challenges of wedding a partner from another culture, nation, religion or ethnicity...
GUEST: Phumla Madiba - A Cultural Activist, a rural grown woman and Anthropologist
It's time to rethink by-laws that criminalize poverty according to Magnus Killander, a Professor of Human Rights Law at the Centre for Human Rights in the Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria. Professor Killander says the homeless, beggars and other urban poor trying to eke out a living in difficult circumstances are viewed by many as criminals who should be removed from public space. He says in a society that lacks a comprehensive social security system and does not provide sufficient shelter, there is simply not enough support for those who have fallen by the wayside.
GUEST: Magnus Killander, who is a Professor of Human Rights Law at the Centre for Human Rights in the Faculty of Law at the University of Pretoria.
As many of you may know, Finance Minister Tito Mboweni is expected to deliver his Budget speech in the National Assembly today. This morning we are going to play a little game where we test your knowledge in relation to the budget speech and the finance ministry. I am going to ask you several questions and you’ll have 30 seconds to answer them correctly. Whoever manages to do so within 30 seconds, will be awarded the chance to choose a topic of their choice that we will do this Friday at 09:30am on the Talking point.
Madagascar is the largest African island situated in the Indian Ocean, east of the coast of Mozambique. It’s the fourth largest island in the world. Many of its plants and animals are unique to the island. But like many former colonial countries Madagascar went through various political states like uprisings, provisional governments, single-party rule, socialist economic policies, and threat of secession. Today the country is on a slow and steady economical and political growth path from an extremely low level.
Guest: Frank Lekaba - Researcher in the Governance and Security Unit of the Africa Institute of South Africa, one of the Human Sciences Research Council.
The Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA) has identified structurally high unemployment, growing income disparity and inequality, failure of governance in the public sector, fraud, and corruption among some of the biggest risks for the country in 2019.The Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA)’s latest risk report is the outcome of surveys carried out with some 1,028 contributors from a variety of business and risk-related roles.
Guest: Christopher Palm - Chief Risk Advisor at The Institute of Risk Management South Africa
As we prepare for the end of the tax year it is a good time to recap on ways to save for retirement. Today our discussion is about the build-up.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Why isn't there a baby changing table in the men's public washroom and only in the women's? Well a new law in America gives dads in New York access to nappy-changing tables in public restrooms. In recent years, there have been campaigns by fathers who have expressed concern that men's public toilets never have diaper-changing facilities, when women's toilets usually do. The new law now requires that changing tables be installed in all new and renovated public toilets, including men's toilets.
GUEST: Bongani Luvalo, Ceo of Cool Dads guest: Mbuyiselo Botha - Gender Activist who has recently completed a 5 year as a commissioner at the commission for gender equality. He is also founder member of the South African Men’s Forum
We are now in conversation with Nhlanhla Buthelezi, the president of the Durban-based People's Revolutionary Movement (PRM). This morning we will dissect the party’s manifesto.
GUEST: Nhlanhla Buthelezi, the president of the Durban-based People's Revolutionary Movement (PRM)
Africa Global Operations, formally known as Bosasa has announced that it has gone into voluntarily liquidation following the closure of its bank accounts.
GUEST: Managing director for the Banking Association of South Africa (BASA) Cas Coovadia
Foreign election observers have appealed for calm following the last-minute postponement of the Nigerian election by a week. President Muhammadu Buhari and his main rival Atiku Abubakar condemned the election delay. The presidential and parliamentary polls will now be held on 23 February.
GUEST: Charles Nyuykonge, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Global Dialogue, in Pretoria.
Staying on the issue for safety in Mining, we are now in conversation with one of the Innovators at Evacu8, whose goal is to reduce fatalities, save lives and money at the same time, in the mining industry.
GUEST: Sinethemba Ncede, Evacu8 Co-founder
Is Unisa too big to fail? Unisa may be too big to fail, but being smaller may save it, this according Stellenbosch University professor Jonathan Jansen. He says the tragic stories about this once great institution are endless.
GUEST: UNISA Vice Chancellor, Professor Mandla Makhanya
Olympic 800 meters champion Caster Semenya is heading to the Court of Arbitration for Sport today to challenge proposed rules that would force her to lower her testosterone levels. The South African government has said the rules proposed by track and field's governing body, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), specifically target Semenya and has called them a "gross violation" of her human rights. The controversial rules would force so-called "hyperandrogenic" athletes or those with "differences of sexual development" (DSD) to take drugs to lower testosterone levels below a prescribed amount if they wish to compete.
GUEST: Thabiso Sithole, Who is an SABC TV and Radio Specialist Reporter
Yesterday many people over the world showed their affection for another person or people by sending cards, flowers or chocolates with messages of love, in celebration of Valentine's Day. Valentine's Day is named after Saint Valentine, was a Catholic priest who lived in Rome in the 3rd Century. Men have a reputation of being reluctant of the idea of endlessly talking about how much they love their partners, in SA we saw the fictional ‘men’s conference’ taking place conveniently over Valentine's, meaning men would miss on the day’s activities. This morning however, we talk about what love means to me, and furthermore, when do men fall in-love? Is it difficult for men to fall in-love? What does it take for a man to fall in-love?
GUEST: Mr Sipho Mbele – Inspiring National Best Seller, , Speaker and CEO of Mbelesi
Trade union Solidarity says the current strike by trade union, AMCU, is partly to blame for possible job cuts at Sibanye-Stillwater's gold operations. This after Sibanye Stillwater announced that more than six-thousand jobs are at risk of being cut at two of its gold mines - Shafts, in Beatrix in the Free State and Driefontein, west of Johannesburg. The mine says this is due to operational and financial risks. Meanwhile, workers affiliated to AMCU are striking for a third month for better pay.
GUEST: AMCU president, Joseph Mathunjwa
Kiel University in Germany has recently reportedly banned full-face coverings in classrooms, citing the need for open communication that includes facial expressions and gestures. Many countries across Europe have wrestled with the issue of the Muslim veil - in various forms such as the body-covering burka and the niqab. The debate has taken in religious freedom, female equality, secular traditions and even fears of terrorism. This morning we understand the different coverings worn by Muslim women, the significance of the coverings and why the wearing of these coverings, have, in some societies, particularly Europe, had been challenged?
GUEST: Aaisha Dadi Patel – Writer, lecturer and recent masters graduate with strong work focus on Muslim women representation.
The World Bank Group is a unique global partnership: five institutions working for sustainable solutions that reduce poverty and build shared prosperity in developing countries. Prof Mills Soko of International Business and Strategy at Wits Business School says the World Bank has an important role to play in the developing world and that it could do much more if the US relaxed its grip on the institution. He and Mzukisi Qbo further talk about the need to redefine its role, and that failure to adapt to the changing world order could see rising powers going their own way.
GUEST: Mills Soko is Professor of International Business and Strategy at Wits Business School, and former Director of UCT Graduate School of Business
A free society is an armed society, this according to Martin van Staden, a legal researcher at the Free Market Foundation. His comments follow government's intentions to introduce legislation that will remove self-defence as a valid reason for acquiring a firearm licence. Martin van Staden says this move by government would be a dream come true for the many violent criminals who roam our streets who have never cared about what the law says, and a complete betrayal of law-abiding citizens who would be left defenseless. He now joins us on the line...
GUEST: Martin van Staden, a legal researcher at the Free Market Foundation, who is pursuing a master of laws degree at the University of Pretoria. He is also author of The Constitution and the Rule of Law.
The SACP's first deputy general secretary Solly Mapaila has reportedly said PAC founder Robert Sobukwe was treated well by Apartheid government as compared to ANC prisoners who were "treated like slaves". Mapaila is said to have made the comments at a dialogue celebrating the Rivonia Triallists at Liliesleaf Farm, in Sandton, this week. The PAC has since dismissed Mapaila's claims and questioned the motives of what they term unwarranted attacks on the party.
GUEST: PAC National spokesperson, Manelisi Mampane
So yesterday we spoke to the chairperson of the Sekunjalo Group, Dr Iqbal Survé, who vehemently dismissed reports by the Sunday Times newspaper that he colluded with some Ayo board members to secure an investment from the Public Investment Corporation, to secure a R4.3 billion investment in the IT Company. During the interview Dr Surve claimed the reports were aimed at tarnishing his name and also asked us to Invite Sam Sole, a Journalist and managing partner of the amaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism, who has written extensively on this matter, to question him about whether he was part of the list of Stratcom Journalist on the payroll of the Apartheid government.
GUEST: Sam Sole, a Journalist and managing partner of the amaBhungane Centre for Investigative Journalism
This morning we are in conversation with the former president of the South African National Olympic Committee, Vice President of the International Swimming Federation and International Olympic Committee member, Dr Sam Ramsamy about the role sports played in the contribution to the country's liberation and how he and others fought apartheid in sport. Dr Sam Ramsamy was also the chair of the South African Non-Racial Olympic Committee, which was responsible for Isolating Apartheid sport from International participation. In our discussion this morning we will look at the issue of discrimination and segregation in sports, the press for international recognition of the non-racial sports bodies in South Africa and how South Africa proceeded to develop sport on truly non-racial lines...
GUEST: Former president of the South African National Olympic Committee, Vice President of the International Swimming Federation and International Olympic Committee member, Dr Sam Ramsamy, who was also the chair of the South African Non-Racial Olympic Committee, which was responsible for Isolating Apartheid sport from International participation
The SA Disabled Association (Sada) described as a “shocking shame” that in his State of the Nation Address on Thursday, the president disregarded this major sector of the society. They say that persons with disabilities are faced with stigma and marginalisation on a daily basis and to be ignored in SONA 2019 provides evidence of the reality our sector faces in our South African society.
Guest: Ntshavheni Netshituni - Vice Chairperson is The SA Disabled Alliance (Sada) and Vice President of Blind SA
In his state of the nation address (Sona) last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Eskom will be remodelled and split into three state-owned entities dealing with generation, transmission and distribution. Recently, the President expressed his anger at the situation at Eskom had reached a stage of dysfunctionality. Many people are divided on Eskom, and how the country should move forward, where it’s concerned. This morning we get two views, Political Analyst Ralph Mathekga says Eskom a horse for which South Africa keeps on insisting it needs a new engine to pull an advanced carriage and that& that should have been privatized back under the apartheid system, while Catrina Godinho, Research Associate, University Of Cape Town believed the unbundling will have far reaching consequences for South Africa’s energy sector.
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga is a senior researcher at the University of Western Cape's Centre for Humanities Research, and author of "When Zuma Goes and Ramaphosa's Turn"
GUEST: Catrina Godinho is a Research Associate and Ph.D. Candidate in Managing Infrastructure Investment, Reform and Regulation in Africa, based at the University of Cape Town's Graduate School of Business.
The chairperson of the Sekunjalo Group, Dr Iqbal Survé, has dismissed reports that he has been using the bank account of one of his companies, which received billions of rands of government pension funds, as his personal piggy bank. The Sunday Times reported at the weekend that Dr Survé colluded with some Ayo board members to secure an investment from the Public Investment Corporation, which eventually led to the PIC making a R4.3 billion investment in the IT Company.
GUEST: Dr Iqbal Survé, the chairperson of the Sekunjalo Group
This year there will be two years of compulsory early childhood development (ECD) for all children before they enter Grade one. President Cyril Ramaphosa made this announcement during his State of the Nation Address last week. Ramaphosa says his government will migrate early childhood education centres from the Department of Social Development to Basic Education. Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga has welcomed the move, stating that moving early childhood centres to her department will improve the quality of education in the country.
GUEST: Department of basic education spokesperson, Elijah Mhlanga
Constitutional Court dismisses Tom Moyane's leave to appeal with no costs. Con Court says its dismissed application as it bears no reasonable prospects of success.
GUEST: Tom Moyane's lawyer, Eric Mabuza
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
The Equality Court has referred the matter between EFF leaders Julius Malema and Floyd Shivambu and Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan to the High Court in Johannesburg. This is after the opposition leaders challenged the constitutionality of section 10 of the Equality Act. The section outlaws hate speech which includes words or actions aimed at being hurtful, incitement or promoting hatred. The Equality Court has ruled that the magistrate's court lacks jurisdiction to determine the constitutionality of the legislation saying there were larger issues to be determined.
GUEST: Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan's attorney, Tebogo Malatji
Eskom says the power situation in the country has reached a very critical point. Spokesperson Khulu Phasiwe says the power system remains constrained even though seven generating units that went offline yesterday are now producing power. He says diesel and water reserves are still very low resulting in the need for loadshedding. Stage-three loadshedding will begin at this hour nationwide until 11pm. Stage-3 loadshedding calls for three-thousand megawatts to be shed from the grid nationally.
GUEST: Dr. Iraj Abedian, a Chief economist at the Pan-African Investment and Research Services
A Pretoria teacher, who is alleged to have inappropriately touched learners at Valhalla Primary School in Centurion, is facing seven counts of sexual assault. The 55-year-old man, who can't be named because he has not pleaded, appeared briefly in the Pretoria Magistrate's Court on Friday. Politicians and social activists on are pleading with parents, teachers, pupils and government to pull together to make schools safer. Why have schools become scary places for today’s society, while they were places meant to be safe and friendly?
GUEST: #NotInMyName secretary-general, Themba Masango
GUEST: Shara Omar - Who is a Clinical Director at the Teddy Bear Clinic
Higher Education Minister, Naledi Pandor, says she expects students at all institutions of higher learning to be in their lecture rooms today. Pandor met with all presidents of student representative councils in Pretoria over the weekend. This follows several protests at institutions of higher learning last week leading to suspension of classes in some institutions. Last week the Minister called on students' organisations to focus on real concerns and make every effort to resolve problems without disrupting the academic programme. Pandor says her statement was misinterpreted
GUEST: Dr. Diane Parker, the Deputy Director General for university education at the Department of Higher Education and Training
Higher Education Minister, Naledi Pandor, says she expects students at all institutions of higher learning to be in their lecture rooms today. Pandor met with all presidents of student representative councils in Pretoria over the weekend. This follows several protests at institutions of higher learning last week leading to suspension of classes in some institutions. Last week the Minister called on students' organisations to focus on real concerns and make every effort to resolve problems without disrupting the academic programme. Pandor says her statement was misinterpreted
GUEST: Dr. Diane Parker, the Deputy Director General for university education at the Department of Higher Education and Training
The Gugulethu Tenors - Afro-operatic pop sensations The Gugulethu Tenors have become a household name in South Africa since the release of their self-titled debut album in 2011. They have performed at some of SA’s top events and festivals, shared stages with local and international headliners, and been featured extensively in local and international media, whilst their fan base continues to expand, covering a wide and diverse audience
Guest : Mpendulo Yawa, Khayalethu Silevu, Xolani November and Loyiso Dlova
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest:Teboho Maphakisa, Chairperson for the Learn and Give Foundation Tebogo and Robert
Guest: Robert Ndlela, Spokesperson for the Learn and Give Foundation
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Robert Lowin, Managing Director at Vulkan, a company with 125 years experience in designing and manufacturing power transmission components and industrial brakes systems for industrial heavy duty applications
Prof André Roux, economist and head of the Futures Studies programmes at the University of Stellenbosch Business Schools says pivotal uncertainties relating to the future of the South African economy hinge on the integrity and trust in institutions and our ability to develop appropriate skill levels. He continues to say South Africa needs to make sure the young population is suitability equipped to find jobs, and mobilise them, training them in competitive high tech skills, in order to bring about a better future for our economy.
Guest: Prof André Roux, economist and head of the Futures Studies programmes at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB)
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Mr Mavuto Chipta acting Chief Executive officer at ZCCM Investment holdings in Zambia
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Mr Maselaganye Matji CEO of Roads Agency Limpopo
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Zohasina Rakotoarisoa, a promotion and general manager at BCMM a Mining company in Madagascar
Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) and the Commission for Conciliation Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) recently collaborated launch a free-to-use Web Tool dedicated to help smaller businesses with labour relations processes and matters. The Web Tool project falls in line with the National Development Plan’s (NDP’s) ambitious forecast that no fewer than 90% of new jobs will be created by small businesses.
Guest: Tanya Cohen - Business Unity South Africa Guest: Xolisa Phillip – BUSA Communications
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Nishen Hairparsad, General manager at Davey Bickford Enaex.
Recently, the IFP penned an open letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa. In the letter, IFP National Spokesperson Mkhuleko Hlengwa says to our Head of State “Utterances attributed to you that in Davos you spoke of “nine wasted years” under Mr Zuma have taken me aback with a sense of shock as they are said with a very opportunistic view to distance yourself from the grave realities of those years particularly for the poor majority…., He continued to say to the President “You served in the Zuma ANC NEC. Not a word came from you. Instead those who challenged Mr Zuma, namely Julius Malema and co, were expelled from the ANC under the auspices of the Disciplinary Processes that you chaired.”
In his latest article co-authored with communications specialist Kim Heller, Prof Seepe political analyst says of the ANC “the party has become so desperate that it characterised the past nine years of the Zuma era as “wasted”, signalling a dark period. But the politics of desperation are dangerous. They easily lead to self-mutilation”
Guest: Prof Sipho Seepe - political analyst
Guest: Nqobile Nkosi, Managing Member at NQ Jewellery. He also creates Jewellery for Dr Tshepo Motsepe, President Cyril Ramaphosa's wife.
FeesMustFall was a student-led protest movement that began in mid-October 2015 in South Africa. The goals of the movement were to stop increases in student fees as well as to increase government funding of universities. That goal was achieved, but still there are issues playing themselves out in SA universities, that ‘compell’ students to protest. The latest, are the Protests at universities across KwaZulu-Natal. This after violence erupted on campuses belonging to the University of KwaZulu-Natal on Monday. Students are demanding free and quality education for all, and for students to be allowed to register without having to settle outstanding 2018 fees. At Wits University some students were demonstrating over historic debt and the shortage of accommodation.
Guest: Rekgotsofetse Chikane - Breaking a Rainbow, Building a Nation: The Politics Behind #mustfall Movements
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Alex Grose, Managing director of the Mining Indaba
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Mosa Mabuza, CEO at the Council for Geoscience
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Charles Hurly, Marketing Lead at Solar, a company for Mining Services, Explosives and Accessories
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Mineral Resources Director General, Advocate Thabo Mokoena
President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to deliver the state of the nation address in parliament tomorrow. This year the president faces the added pressure of presenting his administration’s plan for the nation just a few months before the national elections. But not only that, on the eve of this, Five leading Western nations recently went public with their political and economic concerns about South Africa. Also, currently the state of capture is underway, with shocking revelations on corruption in the country. We look ahead to the State of the nation, what can be expected from the President’s speech?
Guest: Dr. Iraj Abedian, Chief Economist at the Pan-African Capital Holdings
GUEST: Duma Gqubule - Founding Director at Centre for Economic Development and Transformation. Economist, former financial journalist
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
guest: Alan Mckenzie, General manager for technology at Mintek
The situation is said to be tense currently at the Durban University of Technology, the morning after a twenty-year-old student was shot and killed yesterday afternoon. Students are pacing the Steve Biko street and hanging around street corners. It is alleged that a scuffle broke out between campus security and students. Two other people were injured when three rounds of ammunition were fired allegedly by campus security. Police have confirmed that four suspects have been arrested.
Guest: Avela Mjajubana – SASCO President
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Andries Botha who is a remote Sensing Geologist at Southern Mapping
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Ambassador Albert Muchanga, Commissioner for Trade and Industry at the African Union Commission
Whatever profession or job that you are in, the most valuable asset is you, yourself. This morning we are going to discuss why one buys life assurance.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Joseph Montisetse, president of the National Union of Mineworkers (Num)
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Guest: Shawn Romkey, Sales Manager at Geosight, a company based in Canada that manufactures laser scanners for the Mining industry
The annual Investing in African Mining Indaba is currently underway at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town. The main theme for 2019 is championing Africa’s sustainable economic growth. The theme explores how we can support the industry and how we can drive investment. The Investing in African Mining Indaba, has been attended by approximately 7,000 delegates from across the globe.
Guest: Zizi Kodwa , ANC spokesperson
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Mother City, Cape Town. We are here for the 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which will take place from today until - Thursday, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, under the theme Invest in SA Mining. Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe is expected to officially open the annual Investing Mining Indaba. The event, which is celebrating 25 years of progress in African mining, will see approximately 7 000 delegates from across the globe. The Mining Indaba is a forum aimed at building and maintaining cross-continental business relationships in the mining sector
Guest: Sarah
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Mother City, Cape Town. We are here for the 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which will take place from today until - Thursday, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, under the theme Invest in SA Mining. Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe is expected to officially open the annual Investing Mining Indaba. The event, which is celebrating 25 years of progress in African mining, will see approximately 7 000 delegates from across the globe. The Mining Indaba is a forum aimed at building and maintaining cross-continental business relationships in the mining sector.
Guest: Stephen Wetheral from Lucapa Diamond Company based in Australia
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Mother City, Cape Town. We are here for the 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which will take place from today until - Thursday, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, under the theme Invest in SA Mining. Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe is expected to officially open the annual Investing Mining Indaba. The event, which is celebrating 25 years of progress in African mining, will see approximately 7 000 delegates from across the globe. The Mining Indaba is a forum aimed at building and maintaining cross-continental business relationships in the mining sector
Guest: Mxolisi Matshamba, project executive director at Musina Makhado Special Economic Zones
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Mother City, Cape Town. We are here for the 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which will take place from today until - Thursday, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, under the theme Invest in SA Mining. Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe is expected to officially open the annual Investing Mining Indaba. The event, which is celebrating 25 years of progress in African mining, will see approximately 7 000 delegates from across the globe. The Mining Indaba is a forum aimed at building and maintaining cross-continental business relationships in the mining sector.
Guest: Minister for Mineral Resources Gwede Mantashe
In 2018, different presidential elections took place around Africa, and for many, it was the continuation of the status quo. Elections in Cameroon and Egypt resulted in re-elections. As 2019 kicks off, many consequential and important elections are set to hold on the African continent. There will be more than 10 general elections around the continent in 2019, Senegal will be holding its 11th presidential election after its independence from France in 1960, while Tunisia will hold its Parliamentary and Presidential elections in October and December respectively in Tunisia, and already, political tension is high in the North African country. This morning, we ask, with much tension expected to rise from these elections, what is going right in Africa and its politics?
Guest: Koffi Kouakou – Professor at the School of governance at WITS (TBC)
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Mother City, Cape Town. We are here for the 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which will take place from today until - Thursday, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, under the theme Invest in SA Mining. Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe is expected to officially open the annual Investing Mining Indaba. The event, which is celebrating 25 years of progress in African mining, will see approximately 7 000 delegates from across the globe. The Mining Indaba is a forum aimed at building and maintaining cross-continental business relationships in the mining sector.
Guest: Elias Daudi National Director for Geology and Miners in Mozambique
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Mother City, Cape Town. We are here for the 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which will take place from today until - Thursday, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, under the theme Invest in SA Mining. Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe is expected to officially open the annual Investing Mining Indaba. The event, which is celebrating 25 years of progress in African mining, will see approximately 7 000 delegates from across the globe. The Mining Indaba is a forum aimed at building and maintaining cross-continental business relationships in the mining sector.
Guest: Elias Daudi National Director for Geology and Miners in Mozambique
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Mother City, Cape Town. We are here for the 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which will take place from today until - Thursday, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, under the theme Invest in SA Mining. Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe is expected to officially open the annual Investing Mining Indaba. The event, which is celebrating 25 years of progress in African mining, will see approximately 7 000 delegates from across the globe. The Mining Indaba is a forum aimed at building and maintaining cross-continental business relationships in the mining sector.
Guest: Dr Geoffrey
This morning the Talking Point is coming to you live from the Mother City, Cape Town. We are here for the 25th Annual Investing in African Mining Indaba, which will take place from today until - Thursday, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, under the theme Invest in SA Mining. Mineral Resources Minister, Gwede Mantashe is expected to officially open the annual Investing Mining Indaba. The event, which is celebrating 25 years of progress in African mining, will see approximately 7 000 delegates from across the globe. The Mining Indaba is a forum aimed at building and maintaining cross-continental business relationships in the mining sector. For more on this we are now joined by Ross Harvey, a Senior Researcher at the South African Institute of International Affairs – SAIIA, to speak to us about what to expect at this year’s Mining Indaba, the challenges facing the industry and also the relations between government and the mining industry.
GUEST: Mr Ross Harvey, A Senior Researcher at the South African Institute of International Affairs - SAIIA:
Are "Workplace foods a source of unhealthy calories?" Foods eaten in workplaces - whether purchased in cafeterias, or available to employees for free - are usually unhealthy, this according to a recent study in the United States. A survey of what working adults ate over the course of a week found that one in four people got food at work one or more times, and that it was generally high in empty calories, salt, fat and sugar. On the Talking Point this morning we are asking you: Are workplace foods leading to unhealthy eating
GUEST: Mbali Mapholi –A dietitian, her Interests Are in Gut Health, Heart Diseases and Weight Loss.
Who owns the patent of the Please Call Me idea? Vodacom has admitted that MTN invented the Please Call Me. Nkosana Makate, the Please Call Me inventor, says he invented the concept when he worked for Vodacom 18 years ago. However, Ari Kahn, a former MTN consultant, came out publicly in 2013 claiming he is the actual patent owner of Please Call Me. On the Talking Point this morning we will On the Talking Point this morning we will look at the current patent laws in South Africa, who gets patents, how do patents work, how to secure patent protection here and abroad, we will also look at the cost of securing and maintaining such patent protection.
GUEST: Elaine Bergenthuin –Who is a Managing Director and Intellectual Property Attorney at De Beer Attorneys
The South African Broadcasting Corporation, SABC will conduct a skills audit process into the competency of its employees, to ensure the sustainability of the public broadcaster. This after the SABC scrapped its plans to retrench over two-thousand permanent staff and freelance workers by invoking Section 189 of the Labour Relations Act. For more on this we are now joined on the line by SABC spokesperson, Neo Momodu
GUEST: SABC spokesperson, Neo Momodu
Vodacom has shut down its headquarters and Vodacom World mall ahead of protest action by the Please Call Me movement and other Lobby Groups. The Movement is demanding for Vodacom to compensate Please Call Me inventor, Nkosana Makate by 10am today.
GUEST: Vodacom's head of Legal and Regulatory Affairs, Nkateko Nyoka
The Please Call Me Movement and political parties have given Vodacom until 10AM this morning to compensate the inventor, Nkosana Makate. The movement says it will continue with its plan to shut down Vodaworld in Midrand, Johannesburg, this morning. Protestors are demanding Vodacom to pay Makate R70 billion for his Please Call Me concept. For more on this we are now joined by Gauteng education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi, in his personal capacity
GUEST: Guest: Modise Setoaba, from the Please Call Me Movement
The ANC has recently released a campaign video featuring a model, in the lead up to the 2019 elections in May. The video, described as “sultry”, features shots of the model winking to camera and giving looks over her shoulder. It got mixed reaction on social media, with the party being accused of exploiting female sexuality in a bid to convince the electorate to vote for them in May, while others have described it as sexist and patriarchal. Recently the DA also unveiled a billboard with a message reading “The ANC is killing us”, which other people felt was taking it too far, and the family of the names featured on the billboard having expression their opposition to it.
This morning we discuss political party campaign messaging, where or when does it go wrong?
GUEST: Professor Mcebisi Ndletyana - Professor of politics at the University of Johannesburg
The Trump administration recently imposed sanctions against Venezuela’s state-owned oil company on Monday, seeking to cripple the government of embattled President Nicolás Maduro by cutting off its main source of cash. Yesterday, a day after the Trump administration’s imposition of sanctions on the state-owned oil firm PDVSA, senior U.S. and Venezuelan diplomats traded jibes at a U.N.-sponsored Conference on Disarmament. The move marked the first punitive step by the United States to force Mr. Maduro to give up power since the opposition leader, Juan Guaidó, declared himself interim president last week after years of accusations of corruption in Venezuela at the expense of its people.
GUEST: Dr Shingai Mutizwa-Mangiza – From the Political Studies Department at the University of the Western Cape
This morning we are in conversation with "Please Call Me" inventor Nkosana Makate, who has been negotiating with Vodacom for several years in an attempt to get "reasonable compensation" his role in the launch of the Please Call Me concept. Currently there are threats by the Please Call Me Movement and politicians to shut down Vodacom on the thirty-first of January if the company does not pay Nkosana Makate. Meanwhile Vodacom says the Please Call Me was an idea, but not an original one, it had already been invented and subsequently patented by MTN.
GUEST: Nkosana Makate, a South African who invented the "Please Call Me" concept.
The 2017 Democracy Index ranked Mauritius as the only country with a full democracy in Africa, with South Africa ranking at number four. In 2018, it placed three African countries, Chad, Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of Congo in the bottom 5 of its least democratic countries. Yesterday I spoke to Professor Steven Friedman, a political analyst and research professor at the University of Johannesburg (UJ), about this Democracy Index.
Guest: Professor Steven Friedman, a political analyst and research professor at the University of Johannesburg (UJ).
There continues to be widespread reaction and debate over Helen Zille's proposed tax revolt. The Western Cape premier tweeted over the weekend that she would advocate that people withhold paying their taxes if corrupt individuals are voted into power in the upcoming elections. The DA has however distanced itself from Zille's views and says her tweets are not party policy but merely an expression of her opinion. Yesterday we spoke to Dawie Roodt, a Director and Chief Economist at Efficient Group, who says there is already a tax revolt happening.
GUEST: Viwe Mlenzana, Acting Chief Enforcement Officer at SARS
Sudan protests against President Omar al-Bashir have intensified with calls for him to resign. Omar al-Bashir, who has ruled for 30 years, has presided over alleged crimes against humanity in Darfur, for which he is wanted by the International Criminal Court, as well as massive graft and mismanagement. Since the protests began, officials say that over 26 people have died so far, but rights groups say more than 40 have been killed. For the latest we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Sabir Ebrahim, a Representative of the Sudan People's Liberation Movement, here in South Africa
Western Cape Premier Helen Zille has threatened a tax revolt should those implicated in the Zondo commission of inquiry are not jailed for corruption. The DA has however distanced itself from Zille's views, saying her tweets are not party policy but merely an expression of her opinion. Meanwhile Political analyst, Somadoda Fikeni, says Zille's threats to organise a tax revolt - is a sign of desperation in the lead-up to the May general elections.
GUEST: Dawie Roodt, Director and Chief Economist of Efficient Group
The University of Pretoria is doing away with Afrikaans as its Medium of Instruction. The Institution says a 50% drop in the students whose mother tongue is Afrikaans prompted the change. Meanwhile, Finance Minister Tito Mboweni, in his personal capacity, came out against the decision. Mboweni says the country will be shooting itself in the foot by phasing out of Afrikaans as one of the mediums of teaching and will inevitably regret this decision in 30 years' time. The Afrikaans language is in most instances associated with apartheid rule and whiteness. This morning on The Talking Point we will discuss whether Afrikaners and the language itself are being marginalized.
GUEST: AfriForum's deputy CEO, Alana Bailey
Time now for our regular Friday feature the Friday Music Wind Down, this morning we profile Berita, a multi-award winning, gold selling Afro Soul sensation. Born Gugulethu Khumalo in Bulawayo Zimbabwe, Berita has worked with music with both music legends Oliver Mtukudzi and Hugh Masekela, who we paid tribute to earlier on. She now joins us in studio to speak about her new single "Ndicel' ikiss", which she is releasing today.
GUEST: Afro soul sensation, Berita
The Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) recently launched the Charter of Election Ethics, which is aimed at encouraging ethical conduct during the campaigning for the 2019 general election. The Moral Regeneration Movement says politics is a form of warfare without a bloody conflict, the use of dirty tricks to win an election is morally reprehensible. MRM chairperson, Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa, said during the launch that the organisation’s mission was to promote moral values to which all South Africans can aspire as a basis for nation building.
Guest: Father Smangaliso Mkhatswa – Chairperson for the Moral Regeneration Movement
In the lead up to the final voter registration weekend this weekend, Citizen Surveys have released their latest SACS data which shows that 4.5-million of the 37-million eligible voters don’t intend to even register. According to the South African Citizens Survey (SACS) by Citizen Surveys, there are 37-million South Africans aged 18 years and older who were eligible to vote in the fourth quarter of 2018. Of these eligible voters, 60% believe they are registered, 9% are uncertain, and 30% say they are not registered.
Guest: Reza Omar, Director: Research and Strategy at Citizen Surveys
The DA's head of policy Gwen Ngwenya has resigned from the post a month ahead of the party's manifesto launch. In her resignation letter Gwen Ngwenya says the party spends more money on billboards and marketing than on policy development.
GUEST: DA spokesperson, Solly Malatsi
As the shutdown, which has left 800-thousand federal workers without pay, hit its 35th day - Democratic leaders have floated the idea of giving Trump most or all of the money he seeks for security along the Mexican border, but for items other than the 70-billion-rand wall he wants. Today, about 800,000 federal workers will start to miss their second paychecks since the shutdown began last month. As Trump insists he will not give ground on the wall, although it seems has more to lose than Democratic leaders if the impasse continues to inflict harm on government workers and Americans who rely on services from housing and food assistance to airport security. Is there an end in sights?
Guest: Brooks Spector is the Associate Editor at Daily Maverick and a retired American diplomat.
Independent Police Investigative Directorate boss, Robert McBride is challenging Police Minister Bheki Cele's decision not to renew his five-year contract. McBride who heads several key investigations into police corruption, particularly among senior SAPS officers, had given Minister Cele two days to reverse his decision to terminate his contract. So does police minister Bheki Cele have the power to unilaterally terminate the contract of IPID head Robert McBride?
GUEST: Lawson Naidoo - Who is the Executive Secretary at the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC)
Independent Police Investigative Directorate, IPID Head, Robert McBride has given Police Minister, Bheki Cele two days to reverse his decision not to renew his contract. McBride says he will seek legal action if Minister Cele does not withdraw his decision. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Dr Johan Burger, a senior research consultant at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS)
GUEST: Dr Johan Burger, a senior research consultant at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS)
Former Bosasa COO, Angelo Agrizzi has confirmed to the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture that Sondolo IT received a tender for access control for the Correctional Services Department a company established just days before the tender application deadline. He was being questioned about various tenders which were obtained by Bosasa, through various front companies. Agrizzi says the tender which was granted to Sondolo IT, it required for a company to be in operation for at least five years, a requirement not met by the company.
Guest: Karabo Mashugane - CEO - 20/20 Insight
During the Colonial period in Africa, the British and the French colonized an estimated more than 95% of the continent. The British colonized twenty-two African states while the French colonized twenty. France retained control of North, and West and parts of Central Africa while the British took control of East and South Africa. After our interview last week with French Ambassador, there were a few questions and comments, pertaining to the relationship France had, and still continue to have with African countries, and their former colonies.
GUEST: The Ambassador of France to South Africa, His Excellency Christophe Farnaud
Parliament's former Chairperson for Correctional Services Oversight Committee, Dennis Bloem says that he can back up former Bosasa COO, Angelo Aggrizzi's explosive testimony about bribes and kickbacks for lucrative contracts with the Department of Correctional Services. Bloem, who chaired the committee for five years between 2004 and 2009, says he is willing to testify before the Zondo Commission of Inquiry into state capture.
GUEST: Parliament's former Chairperson for Correctional Services Oversight Committee, Dennis Bloem
The South African Editors Forum - SANEF - says the regulations of the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture criminalize journalism. SANEF has hit back the chairperson of the commission Deputy Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo, after he described as unlawful the publishing of witness testimonies prior to being heard before the commission. At the weekend, the testimony of former BOSASA boss, Angelo Agrizzi, implicating Environmental Affairs Minister, Nomvula Mokonyane, was published. SANEF says it has requested to meet with the commission on various occasions but to no avail.
GUEST: Mahlatse Mahlase, Chairperson of the South African Editors Forum - SANEF
Sango Ntsaluba -Executive chairman of NMT Capital says now that the political stalemate in the governing party has been resolved, Davos investment promise must be revisited, and that South Africa must once again open itself to the world as a politically stable and policy certain environment. He asks though, that amidst a promise of greater investment, in whose material benefit and comfort will the strengthening of the rand and an improved economy be? He stresses that We cannot attempt to create a "shared future in a fractured world" when we live in an economically fractured country with no shared future. He joins me now.
GUEST: Sango Ntsaluba -Executive chairman of NMT Capital; he co-founded Sizwe Ntsaluba Gobodo and venture capital firm WZCapital.
Under the theme Globalization 4.0: Shaping a Global Architecture in the Age of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It picks up on two major trends. One: this is a fraught time for global cooperation, as legitimate frustration over the failure of globalization to consistently raise living standards spills over into populism and nationalism. And two: a whole new wave of change is crashing on us in the form of the high-tech digital revolution. President Cyril Ramaphosa and Finance Minister Tito Mboweni are leading the team at the largest gathering of business leaders and government. This morning we ask: How exactly will this meeting benefit Africa, and how are we putting African issues on the agenda?
Prof. Marius Oosthuizen, member of faculty and lecturer at the Gordon Institute of Business Science @GIBS_SA University of Pretoria @UPTuks & heads up the Future of Business Project that uses strategic foresight methods to explore the future of South Africa, Africa and BRICS.
A report released by Oxfam has accused world leaders of managing their economies in favour of the rich. According to the annual wealth check released to mark the start of the World Economic Forum in Davos, 2018 was a year in which the rich grew richer and the poor poorer. The report shows that the rich are using their influence to pay fewer taxes. For the latest on the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, we are now joined on the line by our senior Economic reporter, Tshepo Mongoai, who is there…
GUEST: Senior Economic reporter, Tshepo Mongoai
Oxfam South Africa recently launched its annual inequality report, titled Private Wealth vs. Public Good, under the 2019 theme “Public Good or Private Wealth?” This, as the world’s high-profile chief executives gather at Davos ski resort in Switzerland for the annual World Economic Forum. Oxfam say inequality was at record levels and called for a wealth tax to level the playing fields.
Guest: Jabulile Buthelezi, Senior Media and Communications Manager at OXFAM South Africa
The World Economic Forum is preparing to host its annual meeting in Davos this week, with 56 delegates from South Africa who will be in attendance. The Davos delegation to Switzerland, who will showcase the country's investment opportunities, will be led by the president Cyril Ramaphosa.
GUESTS: Busisiwe Mavuso, Chief Operations Officer for Business Leadership South Africa
GUEST: Leon Louw, Executive Director for the Free Market Foundation
GUEST; Kallie Kriel, Afriforum CEO
GUEST: Andile Nomlala, President of the Black Management Forum (BMF)
GUEST: Sandile Zungu, President of the Black Business Council
The annual review of human rights practices around the globe assesses progress on major human rights issues during the past year in more than 90 countries and territories, including 23 countries in sub-Saharan Africa, reflecting the extensive work carried out in 2018 by Human Rights Watch staff in exposing rights abuses and driving change. Yesterday Human Rights Watch’s launched its World Report 2019, with the Johannesburg launch will focus on human rights developments in Southern Africa in 2018. To help us unpack the report…
Guest: Dewa Mavhinga, Southern Africa Director at Human Rights Watch
The DA has threatened to approach the International Criminal Court (ICC) if President Cyril Ramaphosa fails to intervene directly to stop the ongoing human rights violations by the Zimbabwean government. The DA called on Ramaphosa on Sunday to reconsider his “quiet diplomacy ” and advise Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa to stop the military clampdown on civilians.
Guest: Stevens Mokgalapa – Democratic Alliance Shadow Minister of International relations and co-operation
The Congress of the People (COPE) held its 2nd National Congress to elect the new leadership in Bloemfontein over the weekend. The party has in the past had its fair share of leadership battles leading to Mbazima Shilowa's expulsion from party. Talking about their readiness for the Elections this year, the latest State Capture revelations and the Congress' stance on the land debate.
GUEST: Congress of the People (Cope) president, Mosiuoa Lekota
Time now for our regular Friday feature; The Friday Wind Down. This morning we are in conversation with a musical legend who has been in the industry for over 5 decades, this despite being blind. Babsy's career is still blossoming and his back with new music.
GUEST: Babsy Mlangeni - Legendary award-winning musician and Chairperson of the Babsy Mlangeni Foundation
Do men care about their appearance? Whenever we talk about beauty and skincare, we generally refer to females and this is one of the enduring myths or cultural assumption, that women spend so much time worrying about their appearance. Men, however, rarely talk about their appearance or skin problems to other people, and at times they end up neglecting it. But In this age, men have become more open-minded by showing interest in using beauty products and taking care of their physique.
Guest: Mr Sipho Mbele – Inspiring National Best Seller, , Speaker and CEO of Mbelesi
As the country prepares for the upcoming 2019 National and Provincial Elections, political parties will be launching their respective election manifestos, with the hope of convincing South Africans to vote for them. This morning, we ask: What makes a winning manifesto? What should be the key focus of a manifesto, if the parties are to win the electorate over? What would you like to hear from an election Manifesto? Do you as a prospective voter have the confidence that election manifestos will be auctioned? Are election manifestos enough to win the confidence of South Africans? If not, what more?
Guest: Steven Friedman is professor of Political Studies at the University of Johannesburg
Jihadist movements like Boko Haram and al-Shabaab are among the deadliest extremist or terrorist groups operational in the world, given the sheer number of people the groups have killed. The two groups account for a substantial amount of carnage on the African continent. This morning we will focus on the challenges that nations face in combating the spread and effects of terrorism. We will also look at the causes, dynamics, and effects of terrorist groups and how these groups sustain their operations.
GUEST: Izak Khomo, Channel Africa Producer for a show known as Spotlight on Africa
GUEST: Jasmine Opperman- Director Southern Africa Operations at Terrorism, Research & Analysis Consortium - Terrorism, Research & Analysis Consortium
The Judicial Commission of Inquiry into allegations of State Capture, Corruption and Fraud in the Public Sector including Organs of State, is expected to resume In Parktown Johannesburg this morning. Chairperson of the Commission, Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo adjourned proceedings yesterday citing security concerns. Shocking allegations have emerged from Former BOSASA COO Angelo Agrizzi, who has disclosed to the commission how on several occasions influence was exercised in the awarding of government tenders. Agrizzi is expected to continue with his testimony this morning.
GUEST: Ms Phephelaphi Dube, Director at the Centre for Constitutional Rights
According to Forbes magazine in America, Nigeria has dropped from third to 14th position (out of 161 countries graded in Africa) in ease of doing business ranking. The latest 2019 listing reveals that while Nigeria’s ranking improved on the global space, it dropped 11 spots in Africa with regards to being “hospitable to capital investment.” With Nigeria’s economy being ranked the highest with the highest GDP in Africa on top of having the largest population, it should be attractive where business is concerned.
Guest: Victor Kgomoeswana – Director at Africa is open for business
The South African Communist Party (SACP) says it believes convicted killer Janusz Walus does not deserve to be granted parole. They say they will continue to fight against his release. Janusz Walus was convicted of the murder of former general-secretary Chris Hani.
Guest: Alex Mashilo, SACP spokesperson
Few years back FIFA, the football's world governing body, acknowledged that its own officials accepted up to $10 million in return for votes that awarded South Africa the 2010 World Cup tournament. Allegations that South Africa bribed officials to win the bid to host the World Cup first surfaced around 2015, following a wide-ranging investigation of corruption at FIFA by the US Department of Justice. South Africa has strongly denied paying a bribe to secure the World Cup. Bribe or not, the 2010 World Cup brought us unforgettable memories, work opportunities, a boost in tourism and investors into the country. Bribery is not considered an acceptable practice anywhere in the world. But is bribing for necessity or to get the most basic services morally and ethically acceptable? Or are all bribes based on pure greed. Can bribery in Sports be morally, ethically or socially acceptable, if it's for the greater good of those involved?
GUEST : Janet Whitton, SABC Deputy Sports Editor
GUEST: Oshebeng Alfie Koonyaditse- has wrote a book called "The Politics of South African Football"
Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) has intensified their operations to remove all illegal electricity connections. JMPD says Illegal electricity connection is not only dangerous but is also theft as well. For more on this were are now joined on the line by JMPD spokesperson chief superintendent, Wayne Minnaar
GUEST: JMPD spokesperson chief superintendent, Wayne Minnaar
Dr Nikolaus Eberl says for the past 20 years, he has been digging through the archives, visiting the battlefields and sifting through the propaganda of the history books to uncover the true legacy of the Great Emperor Shaka Zulu. To him, Shaka Zulu’s legacy is best described by a term that has recently gained acclaim in the business literature of the 21st century: Disruptive Innovation. In his book, The IziCwe Code - Innovation Secrets from King Shaka he captures Emperor Shaka’s military Innovations, from Weaponry to Battle Formations and even new Societal Norms, incorporate many of the Strategies the World’s greatest Innovators of recent times have adopted to conquer. He joins us now to share more about
GUEST: Dr Nikolaus Eberl - Founder & Executive Chair of The Future of Leadership Forum and Co-creator: King Shaka Academy (Keeping the Emperor's Innovation Legacy Alive)
Are you in favour of free movement, having open borders? Are borders a form of global apartheid; preventing the movement of the world's poorest people and vulnerable, restricting their access to the resources and opportunities available in countries that are better off? There are already fears that people in Zimbabwe and the DRC will flee to South Africa to escape the turmoil in their respective countries. Last year President Cyril Ramaphosa called for South Africa's borders need to be open for people - particularly Africans - to move more freely and to promote business. For years other African leaders have also echoed Ramaphosa's sentiments for free movement by citizens across the continent.
GUEST: Ottilia Maunganidze, who is the head of special projects at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS)
Massive looting and chaos erupted, yesterday in Zimbabwe as angry protesters reacted to the fuel price hike in the capital, Harare, and Bulawayo. In a televised address this past Saturday, Mnangagwa said prices of petrol and diesel would more than double to tackle a shortfall caused by increased demand and "rampant" illegal trading. The main office of Zimbabwe's opposition party, MDC, was been torched last night. Photos taken at the scene show security gates broken down, windows smashed and debris on the floor. Several people have been killed and hundreds arrested following protests which entered its second day today. Social media platforms were been blocked and businesses have closed as police patrol the streets.
GUEST: Ms Faith Mabera - Senior Researcher Institute for Global Dialogue associated with UNISA
Last week the City Press reported that Eastern Cape is struggling, and could lose a further R5.9 billion of its equitable share of national government revenue. Oscar Mabuyane, the province’s MEC for finance, economic development, environmental affairs and tourism join sus now, to discuss the Economic state of the province.
Guest: Oscar Mabuyane, the province’s MEC for finance, economic development, environmental affairs and tourism
British lawmakers will finally get to vote on whether to accept Prime Minister Theresa May's Withdrawal Agreement laying out the terms of departure from the European Union in a key vote this evening. The deal has the approval of the EU's other 27 members. But it remains hugely unpopular among many MPs and the British leader is expected to suffer a humiliating defeat on this key piece of legislation. Ahead of the key vote this evening on Theresa May's Brexit plan, Labour Party leader, Jeremy Corbyn stated that the prime minister is leading the country down a 'reckless path'. Corbyn condemned the deal as a 'shambles' and called for a general election if the agreement is rejected today.
GUEST: Professor John Stremlau, from the department of international relations in the School of Social Sciences at Wits
With the holiday season a thing of the past, many have come back to find that not only are they in debt, but the year looks bleak in order to make ends meet. What steps does one need to take to create some financial stability?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The African Transformation Movement is the coming together of religious groups, kingdoms, ordinary citizens of this beautiful country. Last week Mzwanele Manyi, a once longstanding member of the ruling party, joined political organisation – the African Transformation Movement (ATM), and this thrust them into the spotlight. Not much is known about the party, and what they stand for. This morning we aim to know them better, and their positions on issues such as Education, Crime, economy, Land and Transformation.
Guest: Vuyolwethu Zungula – President of the African Transformation Movement
The City of Johannesburg has seen a surge in a large number of residential developments and influx of migrant workers in recent years. Does this rapid urbanization pose a threat on urban development challenges in and around the City of Johannesburg? Is the City capable of ensuring proper urban planning? This morning we will discuss the field of town and regional Planning, which includes land use planning, urban design, transport and infrastructure planning. Joining me for this discussion is...
GUEST: MMC for Development Planning, Reuben Masango
Are Internet Shutdowns in Africa countries stifling press and freedom of speech? When it comes to internet shutdowns, African nations are among the world's worst violators, from Ethiopia in the east to Algeria in the north, Cameroon in the center and Zimbabwe in the south, countries are regularly cutting off connectivity for extended periods than any other region globally. Gabon and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are the latest African countries to shut down internet and broadcasting services. Governments in this countries have cited incitements to violence, exam cheating and hate speech for disrupting internet connectivity. The internet is crucial as the platform to which citizens of different countries turn when they want to express dissent or criticize their governments. We will examine why such Internet shutdowns are on the rise, especially during elections and other moments of political tension, when access to information is critical for the public to make informed decisions.
GUEST: Siphumelele Zondi, Creator, Senior Producer and Anchor of Network, a Technology news programme on SABC, DSTV 404
UNISA has blamed a systematic error for the confusion in the suspension of some qualifications. Some students were left in disarray when it came to their attention that some programmes they applied for last year would no longer be offered at the institution this academic year. The South African Qualifications Authority is yet to approve a number of qualifications which include B.Com Finance, Education and Masters of Law. Last week the disgruntled Students' Representative Council (SRC) at Unisa has threatened to shut down one of the institution’s biggest campuses in Pretoria after their meeting with management collapsed.
Guest: Martin Ramotshela- UNISA spokesperson
Dr Carla Lever is a Research Fellow at the Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance, University of Cape Town says in her article published in The Conversation(The Conversation Africa is an independent source of news and views from the academic and research community, delivered direct to the public.) “It’s undoubtedly encouraging - more than that, exciting - to see UCT nail their colours to the mast in what feels like an embrace of structural transformation, she does though, express her reservations, that Sarah Baartman Hall is not named as an abstract Decolonial gesture. It’s not a simple symbolic reference to a closed chapter of history, chosen at random from hundreds of alumni submissions. It is so named explicitly because of the direct trauma that people of colour experienced from the on-going campus exhibition of an underclad statue of Baartman from 2000 to 2018 in the Science and Technology section of the main library.“
Guest: Dr Carla Lever – Research Fellow at the Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance, University of Cape Town. She is a cultural anthropologist interested in spectacle, place and embodied practice in a South African context.
Will former President Thabo Mbeki join President Cyril Ramaphosa's the Council of Elders? According to reports Thabo Mbeki has stalled Ramaphosa's invitation to join the Council of Elders after he allegedly learned that former President Jacob Zuma would also be part of the advisory panel. Is this proof that the ANC is divided? Or perhaps that there are still tensions between Zuma and Mbeki.
GUEST: ANC acting National Spokesperson, Dakota Legoete
This morning we are in conversation with Gift Igega, who worked for Joseph Kabila, a man who has spent more than a third of his life as president of the Democratic Republic of Congo. As many of you may know by now that Felix Tshisekedi, was named as the surprise, provisional winner of last month's much delayed presidential vote, to succeed Kabila. So what was it like to work for Joseph Kabila and what kind of a man was Kabila? To answer this we are joined by Igega, who worked for Kabila as his Journalist...
GUEST: Gift Igega, who works for Channel Africa’s French News service, she is also a former Journalist for former DRC president Joseph Kabila.
The ANC manifesto which was launched this weekend at Durban's Moses Mabhida stadium was dominated by the party's plans to grow the economy, create more jobs, education and land reform. This morning we are now in conversation with Business Leadership South Africa CEO, Bonang Mohale, to discuss if the ANC manifesto met their expectation as business
GUEST: Business Leadership South Africa CEO, Bonang Mohale
Time now for our regular Friday feature the Friday Wind Down. Today the spotlight is on Pietermaritzburg’s Noma Khumalo, winner of Idols season 12. She became the first female winner since season five in 2009, breaking the cycle of male-dominated wins.
GUEST : Idols season 12 winner, Noma Khumalo
Over the past years South Africa has been a country with a profound and widespread problem of gender based violence and gender disparities. The ANC Women's League has been criticized for not doing enough to address gender discrimination and the levels of violence against women. So has the ANCWL of lost its identity and character due to poor leadership? Does the Women's League instill confidence that they are leading on women's issues?
GUEST: Minister of Women in the Presidency Bathabile Dlamini... Guest: Mbuyiselo Botha - Gender activist who has recently completed his 5 year term as a commissioner at the Commission for Gender Equality, a section 9 institution
It’s called France’s boldest attempt at affirmative action. The work contract is part of a subsidised program President Emmanuel Macron’s government is testing to combat job discrimination. The program is part of French President Macron’s broader attempt to bring down unemployment by shaking up the labour market. The gap between the haves and have-nots and the perception that the president doesn’t care has cost him during the “Yellow Vests” protests roiling Paris and other cities. While affirmative action is commonplace in the US, in France it’s known as “positive discrimination” and viewed with suspicion.
Guest: The Ambassador of France to South Africa, His Excellency Christophe Farnaud
This morning we are in conversation with one of the ANC's top brass, NEC member, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma. She joins me now in our Durban studio to talk about governance - but not so much about the ANC. We will look at aspects such as Evaluation and Monitoring, Poor Governance, issues of service delivery, how to fix ailing municipalities, the challenges in the North West and overall our role on the African continent in creating the Africa we envision and want...
GUEST: ANC NEC member, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma
Democratic Republic of Congo's Catholic Church said that election results tallied by its observers do not match official results announced by the election commission. Opposition candidate Felix Tshisekedi was declared winner in a surprise win as President Joseph Kabila steps down. The Church said its vote count showed a different winner but did not specify which candidate…
GUEST: Carine Mulamba, Interfederal Secretary of one of the major Congolese's opposition political party called the United of the Nation of Congo
We are now in conversation with ANC KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary Mdumiseni Ntuli, to discuss ANC Unity ahead of next year's elections.
GUEST: ANC KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary Mdumiseni Ntuli
Long-standing ANC member and former government spokesperson, Mzwanele Manyi has joined a new political home, African Transformation Movement (ATM). Leaving his former political home the ANC. He made the announcement at a press briefing in Midrand, Johannesburg yesterday. Manyi says the ANC has lost its moral compass and that it is time South Africans allow the party to retire...
GUEST: Professor Steven Friedman, a political analyst and research professor at the University of Johannesburg (UJ)
We are now in conversation with KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC, Sibongiseni Dhlomo, who joins me now in our SABC Durban studio, to speak to us about whether the ANC is ready to govern and if the party has learnt from some of its mistakes.
Guest: KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC, Sibongiseni Dhlomo
Last week Minister of Basic Education, Angie officially announced the National Senior Certificate (NSC) matric exam results. In her recent column however, Anne Oberholzer, CEO of the Independent Examinations Board Interrogates what 'educatedness' really means. She says "To prepare for the examinations, many schools adopt a rigorous process of "drill and practice", forcing Grade 12 learners to write an endless number of past examination papers. While a learner might get very high marks on this basis, is it an indicator of the "educatedness" of the learner?" This morning, she joins me to interrogate what is quality education, what is 'educatedness'?
GUEST: Anne Oberholzer, CEO of the Independent Examinations Board (IEB)
Transport Minister, Blade Nzimande, says Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) must account for the collision between two trains which happened at the Mountain View train station in Pretoria on Tuesday. Three people were killed and an estimated 300 others injured, 80 of them seriously. A preliminary investigation has found that the cause of the collision is cable theft. It caused the signal system to start operating manually. Nzimande says PRASA has spent hundreds of millions of rand on security but it looks like this has no impact. Echoing the Minister’s sentiments, Joseph Nethathe, Acting Chief Operations Officer at The Railway Safety Regulator of South Africa says Prasa is to blame for the recent train crash.
GUEST: Prasa board chairperson, Khanyisile Kweyama
World Bank President, Jim Yong Kim recently made a surprise announcement that he is stepping down after six years in the post. This morning, amongst other things we try to understand some of pressures he may have faced, and also look at the role The World Bank plays in Africa. Last year World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim said, in an interview, that the largest economies in Africa need to start growing higher than the birth rates, if development goals are to be achieved. His resignation will take effect from 1 February.
Guest: Dr Martyn Davies is the Managing Director of Emerging Markets & Africa at Deloitte
According to Metrorail spokesperson Lillian Mofokeng the estimated financial cost of yesterday’s train collision in Pretoria amounts to R21-million. Mofokeng was speaking at the scene of the train accident. Four people have been confirmed dead as a result of the crash. This, while South Africa has been said to have the best rail infrastructure in Africa. This morning we look at the state of SA’s rail infrastructure.
Guest: Joseph Nethathe – Acting Chief Operations Officer at The Railway Safety Regulator of South Africa
The Department of Basic Education will be visiting some schools in provinces that produced poor matric results in 2018. Last week, it listed 13 schools that had the worst track-record - which are from KwaZulu Natal and Limpopo.
Guest: Department of Basic Education Spokesperson, Elijah Mhlanga
Unisa's College of Human Sciences will be hosting its 6th annual Decoloniality Summer School, which seeks to interrogate power, knowledge and being and to find answers on what de-colonization truly means for South Africa and Africa. Conversations on Decoloniality officially started in 2011 under the umbrella of the Africa Decolonial Research Network (ADERN) which consisted of scholars who were tired of the status quo within academic spaces.
GUEST: Professor Puleng Segalo, the Head for graduate studies and research at Unisa's College of Human Sciences
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
In a recent column, Author Letepe Maisela reflects on his attendance of the first Black Consciousness Movement Reunion, which was organised by the Steve Biko Foundation, under the stewardship of his first-born son, Nkosinathi Biko. In reflection, he says “With recent talk by our Department of Education to rewrite South African history and make it a compulsory subject in our schools, it is also not too late to introduce Black Consciousness into that mix as an elective course module, to offer a balanced historical perspective”. He says, according to him, which will be the most commendable gift to the legacy of Bantu Stephen Biko. What benefits will such a module have on SA school learners?
Guest: Letepe Maisela, a management consultant and published author.
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature “Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch”. This morning we are in conversation with Brendan Gace, who is in for Bryan, who is away on holiday. Today we will look at Market Performances for 2018 (which have generally been poor) and also give some tips for investors on coping with this bad performance.
GUEST: The Head of Anchor Private Clients, Brendan Gace
The Black Management Forum (BMF) says it has written a letter to Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan to establish whether there was no black person who could have filled the position of group chief executive of arms manufacturer DENEL. This after cabinet approved the appointment of Daniel du Toit to the position with effect from January the 14th, 2019. Du Toit recently vacated a position as managing director at SAAB Medav Technologies in Germany. Before that, he was chief operating officer of SAAB Grintech Defence in South Africa, where he served in several senior management positions. Du Toit began his career in the SANDF. BMF deputy president, Tasmin Fredricks says they are seeking specific information...
Guest: BMF President, Andile Nomlala
Guest: Deputy General Secretary of the Professional Industry at Solidarity, Johan Botha
We are now in conversation with Mpumalanga MEC for Education, Sbusiso Malaza, about the state of education in the province. The class of 2018 for Mpumalanga Province obtained an overall pass rate of 79% compared to the 74.8% pass rate obtained in 2017. The statistics depict a 4.2% improvement. MEC Sbusiso Malaza has attributed the improvement to support displayed by education stakeholders. Malaza says the province is now targeting to be among the best three in the country. He has committed to introducing a programme that will support all the schools that obtained below 70 per cent in the province.
GUEST: Mpumalanga MEC for Education, Sbusiso Malaza
A video is circulating on social media of a rat eating food on display in the Food Lovers Market Diepkloof branch. This incident follows a Facebook post in December showing food at the branch being exposed to flies. We contacted Food Lovers Market legal and compliance director Nigel Meintjies who said they will not be doing anymore interviews, but that they will be issuing an interview later today. This morning, we want to understand Quality Assurance and quality control processes that exist, or should exist for a store such as food lovers market. Is this cause for the branch to be closed? What are the consumer rights where this is concerned?
Guest: Nigel Sunley is a highly experienced food scientist, with extensive commercial experience, and is one of SA’s foremost labelling and regulatory experts.
A week after crucial elections to replace long-term president Joseph Kabila, the DR Congo was on tenterhooks Sunday with no date for the announcement of delayed results and just over half of ballots counted. Opposition parties in the Democratic Republic of Congo have called the postponement in the announcement of provisional election results in the presidential election, a ploy by the government to sway the vote towards President Joseph Kabila's preferred candidate Emmanuel Ramazani Shadary.
Guest: Stephanie Wolters - Central Africa analyst, head Peace and Security Research programme at the Institute for Security Studies, ISS.
This morning we will pay tribute to a man who played a major part in South Africa's Freedom and Democracy. A man known as the ‘Lion of the North'. A man who would have been turning 60 years old today. Who is this man? Here are more clues; he was expelled from school after becoming a leader of school boycotts during the 1976 uprisings. He was a founding member of the South African Youth Congress (SAYCO), becoming its first President at its launch in 1987, then became the ANC Youth League president in December 1991 a position he held until January 1994. Still no clue? Well I am talking about the late ANC MP Peter Mokaba, a widely-respected leader and former Deputy Minister of Environment Affairs and a Member of the ANC NEC.
GUEST: Deputy Minister of Correctional Services, Thabang Makwetla GUEST: ANC elections general manager, Febe Potgieter-Gqubule
The ANC's national leadership says it is confident that its upcoming national events in KwaZulu-Natal will be successful, despite organisational problems in some regions. Both the January 8th statement and the Election Manifesto launch will be held in the embattled KwaZulu-Natal province. The party believes it still enjoys significant support in the province despite pockets of infighting in some regions.
guest: Minister of Arts and Culture Nathi Mthethwa
How much is too much when it comes to cologne? I've heard many women say that the best thing about men is the way they smell. There is even scientific research that suggests that a good smelling man automatically earns bonus points on the attractiveness scale. Why do some men wear so much cologne that it can smelled from across a room? Although are focus is on men, I suppose this applies to women and perfume, too. So how much cologne should you spray? How do you know when you've sprayed too much cologne?
The National Lotteries Commission is warning the public about illegal lotteries operating in South Africa. The Commission says there are opportunistic operators offering bets on results of the National Lottery and lotteries from other countries with the intention to target unsuspecting players, by acting as agents to place bets on behalf of South Africans in the UK and USA lotteries.
GUEST: Philemon Letwaba, the Chief Operations Officer of the National Lotteries Commission
Recently ANC branches nominated former president Jacob Zuma to the party list is a strong statement regarding the state of the party, while he is still ANC NEC Member. Recently President Jacob Zuma posted videos on his social media, saying he supports nationalizing land. This as the country's ruling party takes steps to change the country's constitution to make it easier to take it without compensation. Many people have criticized him for causing confusion, and asked why he not addressed the issue land while he was still president, while others were saying he should allow for President Cyril Ramaphosa lead the country. This morning we ask: Are there terms and conditions on how former presidents should carry themselves, following their term in presidency?
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga - A Fellow at the South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI): African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy at the University of Johannesburg. He is author of When Zuma Goes and the upcoming book, Ramaphosa's Turn.
The ANC says the Methodist Church of South Africa has implored it to allow the Presiding Bishop, Ziphozihle Siwa, to internally deal with the allegations against one of its reverends. The governing party has announced that the Reverend Vukile Mehana who is also the Chaplain-General of the ANC will no longer officiate at the ANC's January 8th Statement in Durban next week. This comes after the derogatory utterances Mehana allegedly made relating to female church ministers.
Guest: Ziphozihle Siwa - The current President of the South African Council of Churches
Guest: Cikizwa Dabula, Head of Communications at the Azanian People's Organisation (AZAPO)
Police Minister Bheki Cele visited Monwabisi beach as part of his New Year’s Day safety program. Following the incident that took place at Clifton Beach, Police Minister promised to deal with the saga. Yesterday however he briefed the media at the South African Police Service (SAPS) central liquor storage facility in Belhar where 10,000 litres of alcohol was destroyed. He stated that alcohol is one of the main drivers of crime, especially over the festive season.
Guest: Minister of Police Bheki Cele
The South African Communist Party (SACP) will commemorate the death of its former general secretary and anti-Apartheid activist Joe Slovo, this weekend. The Communist Party will address the 24th annual commemoration ceremony of the death of Joe Slovo at the Avalon Cemetery in Soweto, this Sunday. Slovo died of cancer on the sixth of January 1995, after years of service to both the SACP and ANC.
GUEST: SACP second deputy general-secretary, Solly Mapaila
Understanding the difference between Independent Examination Board (IEB) and the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations
FOCUS: Gauteng Education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi has expressed dissatisfaction with Umalusi for adjusting upwards Maths marks for the Independent Examination Board (IEB) / Private Schools, while taking raw marks for public schools. Panyaza has asked if this is an admission that public education is starting to perform much better than private education? He has also called for a single examination for all our children, which he says is "rational and urgent".
GUEST: Mary Metcalfe, professor of education and senior researcher, at the University of Johannesburg, UJ
Being an addict is not a difficult. It take one try and, depending on the type of person you are, one try is all it take to be hooked. We’ve in conversation with Nani Matsosi – a recovering addict who has founded a movement called #DrugsMustFall. After seeing the turmoil that was caused by his addiction and how the neighbors had turned against his mother, he decided to go clean and recruit others on this clean frenzy!!
Guest: Nani Matsoso- A recovering addict who has founded a movement called #DrugsMustFall
Umalusi has approved the release of the 2018 national examinations results after successfully conducting the quality assurance of the management and administration of exit point examinations
GUEST: Department spokesperson, Elijah Mahlangu
In an opinion piece, Francois Baird - Founder of FairPlay gives reasons why ethanol should be a priority in SA. He says the country produces abundant amounts of sugar, from which more than 60% of the world’s fuel ethanol is made. However, much of this sugar is exported at a loss, because production exceeds local demand. Together with rising imports, the result is that the South African sugar industry and thousands of jobs in poverty-stricken rural areas are at risk
He further states that another important consideration is that a sugar-based fuel ethanol industry would not impact on SA’s food security, because no production would be diverted from human and animal consumption needs to ethanol. This is not the case with grains, particularly maize, which is grown in large volumes in the United States for the production of biodiesel.
Guest: Lebogang Chaka – Spokesperson for Sugar at FairPlay
North Korean leader Kim Jong Unsaid yesterday that he is ready to meet U.S. President Donald Trump anytime to achieve their common goal of denuclearising the Korean Peninsula, but warned he may have to take an alternative path if U.S. sanctions and pressure against the country continued. In his New Year address, Kim said denuclearisation is his "firm will" and suggested for the first time that North Korea would no longer produce nuclear weapons. He also urged Washington to take unspecified corresponding action to speed up the stalled diplomatic process.
Guest: Sanusha Naidu, Senior research associate at the Institute of Global Dialogue
Guest: Patrick Bond is a professor of political economy at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. His most recent book, coedited with Ana Garcia, is BRICS: An Anti-Capitalist Critique (Haymarket Books, 2015).
guest: Thembinkosi Ngcobo - Head of Parks at the recreation and Ethekwini municipality an agreement between Ethekwini municipality and Former President Jacob Zuma to record struggle songs
Political analyst Protas Madlala says the ANC has itself to blame for the killing of its members. During the Moerane Commission, looking into political killings in KwaZulu Natal, almost all political parties had testified that the killings in the province were due to internal party conflicts. Protas Madlala says the question we should be asking is why such killings are not happening in other political parties.
GUEST: Political analyst, Protas Madlala
The right to worship should not violate the rights of others or degenerate into a cacophony of noise that disturbs peace, this according to Lucas Ledwaba, an author and editor of Mukurukuru Media, who is calling for the closure of pop-up churches. He says "people need to learn to practise their religion without imposing it on others".
GUEST: Lucas Ledwaba - Who is an author and editor of Mukurukuru Media
The department of home affairs has reiterated that the requirement for an unabridged birth certificate for children travelling with their parents no longer applies, but the parents must still carry it anyway. There have been some concerns raised by travelers on social media, in the case of customs officials allegedly asking to see it at ports of entry. This morning we get clarity about when travel documents apply, and exactly which documents apply when.
Guest: Siya Qoza – Spokesperson for the Minister of Home Affairs
A recent SA-TIED (Southern Africa – Towards Inclusive Economic Development) research study estimates that South Africa loses about R7 billion a year due to profit shifting by multinational corporations; amounting to about 4% of total current corporate income tax receipts. The key finding suggests that 98% of the tax loss is associated with profit-shifting by the biggest 10% of multinational corporations. Head of the now-terminated Davis Tax Committee, Judge Dennis Davis, believes further investigation is required into base erosion and profit shifting, which is estimated to be robbing the fiscus of at least R7bn annually.
Guest: Judge Dennis Davis - Head of the now-terminated Davis Tax Committee
As per usual on a Friday we end off with music, on our regular the Friday Wind down. This morning we are in conversation with Afro-Soul sensation, Philisiwe Mavukela, a multi-talented musician from Katlehong, a township east of Johannesburg.
GUEST : Afro-Soul sensation, Writer and Singer, Philisiwe Mavukela
Ever wondered how safe your luggage really is on its journey between the plane and the airport? Is there a link between flight delays and baggage tampering? We now speak to Consumer journalist and writer, Wendy Knowler who has written an article on Times Live about bag tampering and the theft of valuable items from travellers at airports, which FlySafair says needs urgent intervention. The aviation company is even willing to put R100,000 on the table for any party that can come forward and curb such criminal activities at airports.
Guest: Wendy Knowler - Who is a Consumer Journalist and writer and also a consumer columnist for Times Live
Finance minister Tito Mboweni has described the state of the streets in Johannesburg's CBD as "filthy and embarrassing". In a recent tweet minister Mboweni compared the city's roads to those in Kigali, Rwanda, which he says are "clean and beautiful" in contrast. Last year in August, the executive mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Herman Mashaba, launched the A Re Sebetseng campaign, which was focused at cleaning the city. Meanwhile Wits emeritus professor of Sociology, Roger Southall says “Littering in protest is indicative of a discordant society, and a culture of littering can tell us a lot about a society’s ethos”. On the Talking Point this morning we are asking you how can we keep our towns, cities and the countryside clean and habitable?
GUEST: Roger Southall, emeritus Professor of Sociology, University of the Witwatersrand
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump recently took Christmas Eve calls from children anxious to find out where Santa was on his gift-giving journey.
Guest: Bongani Luvalo - Founder of Cool Dads Foundation
We have seen a significant change in political campaigning since South Africa's last national elections due to the rise in social media. Social media has become an essential tool for most political parties and politicians. Most recently we have seen former president Jacob Zuma joining Twitter and using the platform to voice his opinions on the current state of affairs in the country. This morning we will examine the use of social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube in electoral campaigning
GUEST: William Bird - Who is the Director of Media Monitoring Africa
Abahlali baseMjondolo Movement SA are today in court, in a bid to prevent on-going illegal and brutal evictions directed at an impoverished community by the eThekwini Municipality. They say they want to ensure that the rights of the impoverished and marginalised cannot be grossly violated with impunity.
Guest: Thapelo Mohapi – General Secretary of Abahlali Base Mjondolo
The Democratic Republic of Congo's electoral commission has postponed a long-anticipated presidential vote -previously scheduled for this past Sunday, to the 30th of December. This after a warehouse fire destroyed voting materials. Already delayed repeatedly since 2016, the poll is meant to choose a successor to President Joseph Kabila, who is stepping down after 18 years in office. This morning we look at the journey to get to the elections, but also reflect on Kabila’s legacy.
Guest: Dr Claude Kabemba, Director of the Southern Africa Resource Watch
In a recent column, former Leader of the Democratic Alliance Tony Leon takes criticism at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s ‘Lackadaisical’ remarks. In the article, he says “There is a direct, if deeply depressing, continuum between the presidential pronouncement on ‘lackadaisical whites’ and an apartheid era law dating in its origins to 1952. The target might have been different, but Section 29 of the Bantu (Urban Areas) Consolidation Act permitted a police officer to arrest without warrant in an urban area any African whom he ‘has reason to believe is ‘an idle or undesirable person’.”
Guest: Tony Leon - Former Leader of the DA
The Department of Correctional Services conducted surprise inspections in prisons across the country as part of Operation Vala last week. In Johannesburg's Sun City prison, a lot of contraband was confiscated, including cellphones and weapons. Deputy Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Thabang Makwetla says they hope to intensify these types of searches. Operation Vala was also launched to secure prisons and keep criminals behind bars.
GUEST: Deputy Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, Thabang Makwetla
Chris Maxon has more than 20 years’ experience working and serving in the health sector. He would like to share his thoughts on how we should transform the Healthcare system and says let’s reflect, adapt and innovate to transform the public healthcare system.
GUEST: Chris Maxon, who is speaking to us in his personal capacity as a health worker with over 20 years of experience in health sector, having worked for both the department of health in Gauteng and KZN
Former president Jacob Zuma and former Home Affairs minister, Malusi Gigaba have been nominated on the ANC's list of nominees for the National Assembly. Zuma and Gigaba’s name has appeared in a list of ANC members nominated to go to Parliament following next year’s general elections. Meanwhile, Political analyst Ralph Mathekga has described the inclusion Zuma Gigaba on the ANC's list of nominees as a huge embarrassment for party president Cyril Ramaphosa.
GUEST: ANC's KwaZulu-Natal provincial secretary, Mdumiseni Ntuli
We are now in conversation with Chris Opperman, Convenor of the Afrikaner Africa Initiative who is of the opinion that Africans (Afrikaners included) are subjected to a new colonial strategy of divide and rule and that we should start a broader discourse on African solidarity and reconstruction. Chris Opperman says Africans need to unite butt we are being divided and set upon each other.
GUEST: Chris Opperman, Convenor of the Afrikaner Africa Initiative
On average, 14 to 18 men die of suicide every day in SA and Men often feel that they have to be ‘strong’ for their families and carry their burdens on their own, but in fact it is much more responsible and courageous to get the help you need.
GUEST: Mbuyiselo Botha – Gender Activist and Commissioner at the Commission for Gender Equality
If you're involved in an accident at work or develop an illness caused by your working conditions, you can claim from the Compensation Fund. The Compensation Fund is a public entity under the administration of Department of Labour. On this feature brought to you by the Department of Labour, we will discuss the Draft Amendment Bill of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act
GUEST: Compensation Fund Commissioner, Vuyo Mafata
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Christine Lagarde is in South Africa to meet Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago and President Cyril Ramaphosa. We are joined by Sam Ditshego who argues that we are in worse trouble because we have impostors & quacks parading as socialist parties. Irvin Jim and his social party see nothing wrong with this visit, which is why this country is in big trouble.
GUEST: Sam Ditshego, is a prolific writer
The South African Police Service have launched a National Safer Festive Season Operation aimed at making the country a safe place during the festive season. As part of the Safer Festive Season campaign, police will conduct operations countrywide until January next year.
GUEST: National Spokesperson at South African Police Service, Vish Naidoo
it's the festive holiday season and for most us setting new goals for the year ahead will be a thought that lingers, and particularly career goals. You may be looking to improve your career in 2019 and particularly during the month of January or February when most companies and personnel are changing jobs and roles. This morning we will explore how you can improve your career in 2019 and where to start.
GUEST: Bokang Mabiletsa, who is the Marketing Director at Elite CVs
If you're involved in an accident at work or develop an illness caused by your working conditions, you can claim from the Compensation Fund. The Compensation Fund is a public entity under the administration of Department of Labour. On this feature brought to you by the Department of Labour, we will discuss the Draft Amendment Bill of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act
GUEST: Compensation Fund Commissioner, Vuyo Mafata
The Department of Education this week announced that Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga had approved the reappointment of the History Ministerial Task Team to overhaul the history curriculum. The announcement comes after the recommendation of the ministerial task team report released last year that there should be a complete overhaul of the History Curriculum and Assessment Statement from Grades 4 to 12. Education experts said rewriting history was essential to educate pupils about the country’s past. They said it was also important to extend the subject to the rich history of the continent. We ask: Should History be compulsory in SA schools?
GUEST: Elijah Mhlanga, Spokesperson for the Department of Education
The Democratic Republic of Congo will go to the polls this Sunday to vote for a new president. The country's current President Joseph Kabila says he will leave office after this weekend's poll, but may seek re-election in the future. The DRC has not had a peaceful, democratic transfer of power since independence from Belgium in 1960. So will these the elections be free and fair?
GUEST: Izak Khomo, Channel Africa Producer for a show known as Spotlight on Africa
Yesterday I stated that I wanted to spend Christmas in Orania, an Afrikaner-only town located next to the Orange river in the Northern Cape. I wanted to know more about this Afrikaner-only town, which was established in 1991, to preserve the Afrikaner culture and their material Interests. In this community of approximately 1500 people, only Afrikaans is spoken. So this morning we are in conversation with Carel Boshoff, who is the President of the Orania Movement, to tell us a bit more about this Afrikaner Haven....
GUEST: President of the Orania Movement, Carel Boshoff
Zimbabwe's ruling party ZANU-PF has endorsed President Emmerson Mnangagwa to run for a second five-year term in the 2023 elections. The decision was made at a two-day conference in Esigodini, south-west of the capital Harare, over the weekend. Mnangagwa came to power in November last year after veteran leader Robert Mugabe was forced to resign following an army coup. He was then elected in a July presidential vote that his main opponent Nelson Chamisa says he won fraudulently.
GUEST: Piers Pigou, a senior consultant at the International Crisis Group
It is festive season, and many people will be going on holiday. After a hectic year, this for many will serve as a time of recuperating, and ensuring that one stays healthy, strong, young and Stress. But more than 1,7 million South Africans might be prone to a modern-day phenomenon known as ‘Leisure Sickness’ affecting mainly workaholics, overachievers and perfectionists. It’s a medical condition that strikes the moment you go on a long-awaited holiday that has sufferers experiencing anything from nausea to migraines, muscular pains and colds and flu-like symptoms, which could last for weeks.
Guest: Nicole Jennings, spokesperson for Pharma Dynamics
Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe unveiled the 2018 Mining Charter. At a press briefing, Minister Mantashe says the new Mining Charter will create regulatory certainty, boost economic growth and pave the way for the transformation of the mining sector. Again earlier in the year Mine safety came under the spotlight following a spate of deaths at Sibanye-Stillwater’s gold operations, including a seismic event tin which Miners were killed.
GUEST: Mamokgethi Molopyane – Mining and labour analyst, and also founder of Creative Voodoo Consulting
South Africa's electoral body has its work cut out to ensure a legitimate 2019 poll, this according to Kealeboga J Maphunye, Professor and Chair of the Department of Political Sciences at University of South Africa (UNISA). The Electoral Commission of South Africa, the body responsible for municipal, provincial and national elections, is struggling to ensure the integrity of the voters' roll for the 2019 polls. Years back the Constitutional Court ordered the commission to ensure that all registered voters and candidates have verifiable residential addresses. To date‚ this hasn't been done. Professor Maphunye says the commission's failure to ensure a credible voters' roll threatens to undo its legacy of conducting internationally acclaimed elections.
GUEST: Kealeboga J Maphunye, Professor and Chair of the Department of Political Sciences at University of South Africa (UNISA)
How should we remember our history-makers? Yesterday anti-Apartheid activist Stephen Bantu Biko would have been 72 years old. Biko, one of the founders of the Black Consciousness Movement of Azania and political activist in South Africa in the 1960s and 1970s, died in police custody 41 years ago in 1977. This morning we are in conversation with the co-founder of ReimagineSA, Dr Mamphela Ramphele, who says as we usher in 2019, we should heal the wounds that undermine our ability to become the face of Biko's true humanity...
GUEST: Co-founder of ReimagineSA, Dr Mamphela Ramphele
Gabon is a country located on the west coast of Africa. It’s one of the region's more stable countries. Since independence from France in 1960, Gabon has had just three presidents. Late President Omar Bongo ruled for more than four decades until his death in 2009.
Guest: Dr Ur Koumba – The chairperson of the Gabonese
The South African Student Organisation (SASO) was formed in 1968 after some members of the University of Natal’s Black Campus SRC (Student Representative Council) decided to break away from the National Union of South African Students (NUSAS). SASO recently commemorated its 50th Anniversary since it’s founding. What reflections where made at this gathering? Is there a place for Black Consciousness in society today?
Guest: Professor Barney, Former vice-chancellor of Unisa One of founding members of the South African Students' Organisation, and an important figure in the Black Consciousness Movement with Steve Biko, and an exponent of Black theology.
Last week Friday on our regular Friday feature the Friday Wind Down, we profiled RubyGold, who is a multi-talented vocalist and songwriter. During the Interview she shared her harrowing experience of how her mother lost her life due to domestic violence and how this affected her life and relationships in future.
The Afrikanerbond has expressed concern over the way cases of hate speech and racism are handled in South Africa. In an open letter written to President Cyril Ramaphosa, the organisation has called for a review of the activities of the Human Rights Commission, saying the way it currently addresses the issues is ineffective. Afrikanerbond’s chief secretary, Jan Bosman joins me now to share what their concerns are, and exactly how they suggest issues of race and racism should be handled in the country.
Guest: Jan Bosman - Afrikanerbond’s chief secretary
The ANC Youth League conference to elect new leaders has once again been postponed. The conference which was initially meant to take place in September was moved to December. Over the weekend it was again re-scheduled to a date yet to be announced.
GUEST: Outgoing ANCYL secretary-general, Njabulo Nzuza
The SAYAs awards seek to provide a platform to showcase the exceptional work and contribution that young people are making, telling inspiring stories of young people who register extraordinary achievements against all odds. The year 2018 is celebrated as the centenary year of Tata Nelson Mandela and Mama Albertina Sisulu. It is in this context that #SAYA2018 convenes under the theme “Be the Legacy”.
GUEST: Mr Sifiso Mtsweni – National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) Executive Chairperson
The Prevention of Organised Crime Act (POCA), enacted to combat, among others, organised crime, money laundering and criminal gang activities, has been inadequate to deal with criminal gangs because of several textual, institutional and constitutional shortcomings. This is according to Dr Delano van der Linde from the Faculty of Law at North-West University. Van der Linde says the ineffectiveness of POCA is supported by the increasing number of gang-related murders with about 21,6% of all murders committed in the Western Cape (during the 2017/18 financial year) being attributed to gangs.
GUEST: Dr Delano van der Linde from the Faculty of Law at North-West University
We celebrate reconciliation this year, a week after the South African Human Rights Commission’s release of its 2016/17 trends analysis report on human rights violations. In the report, the SAHRC says it received more than 400 race-based complaints and over 700 complaints that dealt with issues of inequality.
In his recent column for news 24, Stanley Henkeman, the executive director of the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) suggest that reconciliation is advanced and practiced by ordinary South Africans on a daily basis.
The newly-elected Pan Africanist Congress leader, Mzwanele Nyhontso, says he will focus on uniting the party during his tenure. He was speaking after he was elected as the new party president yesterday during a three-day conference held in Kimberley in the Northern Cape. Nyhontso beat Luthando Mbinda and Zamikhaya Gxabe. Nyhotso is now extending an olive branch to Narius Moloto, who still regards himself as PAC president, and boycotted elective conference.
GUEST: newly-elected Pan Africanist Congress leader, Mzwanele Nyhontso
Time now for our regular Friday feature the Friday Wind Down, today we profile Ruby Gold, a multi-talented vocalist and songwriter. Ruby Gold has crafted a sound unique to her multi-faceted repertoire, known as trance-jazz.
GUEST: Multi-talented vocalist and songwriter, Ruby Gold
Many men say they have absolutely no idea how to approach women in a post #metoo world. Some question whether they should approach women at all. In the olden days there was an art to approaching a woman, where men put a special effort in it. But today the lines have gotten blurred, where the dating world makes it easy for someone to date a few people at the same time. The rise of ‘Situationships’ as opposed to relationships and the ‘Friends with Benefits’ phenomenon have added to the confusion. Should men still approach women?
GUEST: Linda Yende, Speaker, Author, Lifestyle Entrepreneur
Saied Solomons, President of the South African Road Federation (SARF) explains that South Africa needs a completely new approach to road funding based on paying per the mass of the vehicle and distance travelled. He says that this should involve a tariff setting mechanism that influences behaviour and that helps manage road capacity. Has government missed opportunity to build public understanding about public road funding in SA?
GUEST: Saied Solomons, President of the South African Road Federation (SARF)
The Minister of Labour, Mildred Oliphant, will today (Friday, 14 December 2018), officially launch a R2 billion Fund aimed at generating thousands of jobs through creating and funding of small businesses and entrepreneurs. The Project Development Partnership Fund (PDP) has been established through a joint venture between the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) and Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) - an entity of the Department of Labour. Through the partnership, the UIF will provide an annual allocation of R2 billion towards the PDP Fund through the UIF's existing Social Responsible Investment (SRI) mandate.
GUEST: Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) Commissioner, Teboho Maruping
The global economy is on the precipice of a Fourth Industrial Revolution – defined by evolving technological trends that have the potential to fundamentally change life for millions of people around the world. In recent years, labor-saving technology, together with globalization, has reduced jobs in manufacturing, particularly in advanced countries. Many studies predict major job losses due to automation. As we embrace the 4th industrial revolution, how do we ready ourselves for the challenges that will come with that, where jobs are concerned? How can humans collaborate with machines while enhancing productivity and ingenuity?
GUEST: Dr Lize Barclay, Senior Lecturer in Futures Studies and Systems Thinking at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB)
Several political parties have been formed months before the elections next year. This morning we will examine some of the political formations of such new parties in South Africa. What are their intentions? Where they formed to split the votes ahead of next year's general elections? Or are they a genuine cause and alternative party for the people?
GUEST: Political analyst, Andre Duvenhage
The City of Cape Town has expressed scepticism about a study which suggests that the fear associated with Day Zero was the single most successful intervention in its campaign to get residents to slash water consumption. Stellenbosch University and University of Cape Town study, published in the journal Water Research, found that the fear of Day Zero – the day when the City said Cape Town's taps could run dry – was more successful than imposing water restrictions.
GUEST: Prof. Thinus Booysen, Associate Professor at the Electrical and electronic Engineering department at Stellenbosch University
The high court based in Pretoria has ruled that former President Jacob Zuma must pay the costs of his legal fees, related to his fraud and corruption case.
GUEST: ANC Acting spokesperson, Dakota Legoete
Prime Minister Theresa May has won a vote of confidence in her leadership of the Conservative Party by 200 to 117. After securing 63% of the total vote, she is now immune from a leadership challenge for a year. Speaking in Downing Street last night, she vowed to deliver the Brexit "people voted for" but said she had listened to the concerns of MPs who voted against her.
GUEST: Professor Jannie Rossouw, Head of the School of Economic and Business Sciences at Wits University
Why does South Africa not develop its own brand of vehicles? Why don't we develop our own brand and build them locally, giving the Germans, Indians and Chinese leaders in vehicle design and manufacturing some competition. Last year there was a taxi industry strike where members of the South African National Taxi Association (Santaco) expressed their grievances about the exorbitant prices of the popular Toyota Quantum minibuses. They claim that when it was introduced, it was fully imported with a price of R220 000 and that the price increased to R450 000 before interest despite being locally produced. So why is the taxi industry not coming together to establish their own vehicles If Toyota Quantums are too expensive? It's not as if Toyota is the only company that can produce minibuses? Why do we let other countries have monopoly over the production of vehicles?
GUEST: Productivity SA Chief Economist, Dr Leroi Raputsoane
We are now in conversation with former Eskom interim, Group CEO, Matshela Koko, who has dismissed the narrative that he and the Guptas are to blame for the challenges at the power utility. Earlier this year Koko faced a disciplinary hearing for allegedly not declaring a conflict of interest while his stepdaughter Koketso Choma, a director at Impulse International; allegedly benefited from about R1bn worth of contracts awarded by Eskom over 11 months.
GUEST: Former Eskom interim, Group CEO Matshela Koko
DA leader, Mmusi Maimane has conceded that his party didn't perform well this year and had a lot of challenges including the removal of Athol Trollip booted as Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Mayor. Maimane was addressing party members in Johannesburg, where he was giving his assessment of the party for the year 2018. He says he, however, doesn't regret his action against former Cape Town Mayor, Patricia De Lille. De Lille left the party following a prolonged battle and formed a new political party last month. Maimane says action needed to be taken as there is no one above the party
GUEST: DA leader, Mmusi Maimane
Too many families today are taking advantage of Magadi or iLobolo and use it for their own pride, money-hunger and greedy interests, this according to Baba Buntu, Executive director at Ebukhosini Solutions. He says by imposing HUGE and impossible monetary demands, such families are squeezing life and love out of young men who are supposed to now start building a foundation for family.
GUEST: Baba Buntu, Community Scholar, Youth mentor and Executive director at Ebukhosini Solutions
Limpopo Premier, Stan Mathabatha, says the process of appointing new mayors in the province will be done in the interest of rebuilding and regenerating the ANC. This after the Limpopo PEC resolved to fire seven of its mayors who participated in councils investing in the controversial VBS Mutual Bank. Mathabatha says criminal cases will be opened against the officials implicated in transferring millions of rands in public funds to the now liquidated bank. ANC provincial deputy chairperson and Vhembe mayor, Florence Radzilani, and Treasurer Danny Msiza are among those implicated. Radzilani had resigned before she could be fired.
GUEST: ANC provincial spokesperson in Limpopo, Donald Selamolela
The most notable trends affecting labour this year include the consolidation of the division of the trade union movement with the development of new federation, SAFTU, yet another attempt by established trade unions to persuade government and big companies to create jobs and the passing and signing of new labour laws that include a national minimum wage and greater controls over workers' and unions' right to strike. In today's show, the final one for 2018, we assess the experiences of the past year for labour and what 2019 holds in store for workers and their trade unions.
Guest: Matthew Parks - COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator
Guest: Andre Adams - Western Cape Provincial secretary of the South African Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu),
South Africa says it remains committed to normalizing diplomatic relations with Rwanda. This after a Rwandan newspaper allegedly called Minister Lindiwe Sisulu a prostitute. Ms Sisulu recently met former army chief, General Faustin Kayumba Nyamwasa, an exiled critic of the Rwandan leader, Paul Kagame, triggering a diplomatic row between the countries. Kayumba fell out with his former close ally Kagame in 2010 and subsequently fled to South Africa.
Guest: Professor Siphamandla Zondi, of the Department of Political Sciences at the University of Pretoria
Department of International Relations and Cooperation spokesperson, Ndivhuwo Mabaya
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature; the African Perspective, where we profile different countries on the African continent. Today the spotlight is on Mali. Once home to several pre-colonial empires, the landlocked, arid West African country of Mali is one of the largest on the continent. For centuries, its northern city of Timbuktu was a key regional trading post and centre of Islamic culture.
GUEST: Ibrahim Baya Gamby, who is in Cape Town but originally from Mali
This morning The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, where President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at the South African Local Government Association's (SALGA) National Members Assembly. SALGA's National Members Assembly is an annual general meeting of local government association made up of all 257 municipalities in the country and creates a platform to share and learn from good practices and innovation thus showcase achievements.
GUEST: Brock Carleton - CEO of the federation of the Canadian Municipalities
Joburg Mayor Herman Mashaba has opened a criminal case against former city mayor Parks Tau and former Member of the Mayoral Committee, Geoff Makhubo. Mashaba is accusing the pair of illegally benefitting 30-million rand out of lucrative deals within the city. The charges include fraud, corruption, maladministration, money laundering and racketeering.
GUEST: Spokesperson in the office of the Mayor, Luyanda Mfeka
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature “Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch”. This morning we are in conversation with Brendan Gace, who is in for Bryan, who is away on holiday. Today we will look at Stock Market Investing Tips and Guide for Beginners.
GUEST : The Head of Anchor Private Clients, Brendan Gace
This morning The Talking Point is coming to you live from the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, where President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at the South African Local Government Association's (SALGA) National Members Assembly. SALGA's National Members Assembly is an annual general meeting of local government association made up of all 257 municipalities in the country and creates a platform to share and learn from good practices and innovation thus showcase achievements.
guest: Mluleki Ndobe, KZN South African Local Government Association (Salga) chairperson
Former SABC COO Hlaudi Motsoeneng says the public broadcaster is technically insolvent because its current management does not know how to do business. Motsoeneng was answering questions about his tenure as COO of the public broadcaster earlier on Morning Live with Sakina Kamwendo. Motsoeneng was fired from SABC after being found guilty of putting it into disrepute for holding a media briefing in which he criticized the public broadcaster. He now wants the SABC to release his pension payout.
GUEST: Former SABC COO, Hlaudi Motsoeneng
Net1 UEPS Technologies, the parent company of Cash Payment Services (CPS) will have to negotiate with South Africa Social Security Agency over the pricing of the last six months of its contract to distribute social grants after the Constitutional Court said it could not at this stage interfere. Last Week Friday the Concourt ruled that it did not consider the matter urgent. This morning, we find out the details of the arrangement SASSA has with NET1
GUEST: Kgomotso Diseko, Spokesperson for the South Africa Social Security Agency (Sassa)
Last Week Tuesday, the National Assembly voted on and adopted the Property Practitioners Bill. The Bill was met with no objections from any political party. According to Minister of Human Settlements, NomaIndia Mfeketo, seeks to address the injustices of the apartheid era. This morning, we unpack exactly how this property Practitioners bill aims to just that.
GUEST: Nocawe Mafu, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Human Settlements
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) and the South African Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu), have vowed to continue to fight against the introduction of Independent Power Producers (IPPs) in the country. The two unions believe the introduction of IPPs is aimed at paving the way for the privatization of Eskom and the distribution of electricity.
GUEST: Numsa's acting spokesperson, Phakamile Hlubi-Majola
Rand Water has called on consumers to use water sparingly following an electrical fault at one of the utility's water purification plant, leading to a decrease in water levels. The problem will affect residents of Tshwane, Ekurhuleni and Johannesburg metro municipalities.
GUEST: Rand Water spokesperson, Justice Mohale
Government pensions were the hardest hit by the Steinhoff scandal. Members of the Government Employees Pension Fund lost billions in investments. In the same breath the largest public sector union Nehawu says pension funds should be safeguarded against the hijacking of the Public Investment Corporation to rescue looted state-owned enterprises. On the Talking Point we will discuss whether the government can be trusted with workers' money. We will also look at the checks and balances on the administration of public sector pension funds
GUESTS: Mr Terry Bell - Who is a Labour Analyst and inside Labour Columnist for Fin24
When you think of the struggle against Apartheid in South Africa, most people think of late former president, Nelson Mandela. But while Mandela undoubtedly played a central role in the liberation struggle, there was a plethora of people who contributed to the country's freedom. People like Steve Biko, Walter Sisulu, and Oliver Tambo are some of the lesser known anti-apartheid activists. But why was Mandela the main symbol of the struggle? Does Mandela represent the entire liberation struggle? Why do we fail to celebrate other unsung heroes who left their mark on the liberation struggle, why were their names not elevated, like that of Mandela?
GUESTS: Ben Turok, who is director of the Institute for African Alternatives & Mac Maharaj, who served as the first Democratic Transport Minister in the cabinet of late former president, Nelson Mandela:
Just 6 are a proudly Southern African group of young men who hail from East London, Pretoria, Zimbabwe and Swaziland. They were drawn together in 2011 and made the choice to combine their unique individual talents to create one solidified entity they now proudly call Just 6 Blessed with good looks, the gift of singing, composing and arranging and the ability to create all kinds of interesting musical and percussive sounds with their voices, they’re the band without instruments who’ve given birth to a fresh new sound they call “Afro Vocal Play”
GUEST: Just 6 – the group
What are terms and Conditions of appropriate courtship? Equality in a relationship, does it extend to finances? Is dating, and courtship today, is it done properly? Who pays when a couple goes on a date? How does this relate, to the issues of provision, as set out by culture? Should men be expected to give women money? Or what is called a girlfriend allowance?
GUEST: Linda Yende, Speaker, Author, Lifestyle Entrepreneur
It’s 20 years since the submission of the report of South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), which was a court-like restorative justice body that sought to reveal human rights abuses under apartheid. Alex Boraine, the man who proposed the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and went on to be its vice chairperson alongside Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, passed away at age 87 this past Wednesday. Many criticisms have been leveled to the TRC, saying it failed in its mission. This morning e ask: How then do we effectively deal with wounds of the past?
Professor Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela is research chair in studies in historical trauma and transformation at Stellenbosch University
One hundred activists recently undertook a trek from Marikana, in the North West province, to the Union Buildings in Pretoria, demanding compensation for the widows of the 34 mineworkers who were killed when police opened fire on striking miners in 2012 in the mining town. A group of protesters, demanding the reinstatement of outsourced municipal workers who lost their jobs in 2010 and 2011, met the Marikana marchers. The two groups decided to consolidate their marches in solidarity with each other's causes.
GUEST: Thapelo Amad – Aljamah ah Chief Whip and City of Johannesburg Councilor
-A North West high school pupil was arrested for allegedly stabbing a 7-year-old Grade 1 pupil to death in Makapanstad,
-Prominent Cape Town lawyer Pete Mihalik gunned down outside Reddam House while dropping off his children at school,
-The bodies of seven people – three women and four children – were discovered buried under piles of sand in bedrooms in Vlakfontein
- Manhunt continues for Welkom hijackers after man shot dead in cold blood in mall parking lot.
Are we a nation that does not value human life anymore?
GUEST: Psychologist, Dr Saths Cooper
State-owned enterprises (SOEs) have become one of the biggest risks and threat to South Africa's economy, with losses and bailouts running into billions each year. Over the last decade SOEs like Eskom, Prasa, SAA, and the SABC have been marred by poor leadership, corruption and mismanagement to the point where ratings agencies like Standard & Poor's cited SOEs as a major reason for the downgrade of the country's credit rating. Meanwhile Presidential spokesperson Khusela Diko says the President is deeply concerned about the current developments at the SABC and will soon meet with Communications Minister Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams to discuss them. This follows the resignation of four SABC board members.
Guest: Dr Dale McKinley, who is a Political Analyst
It’s 20 years since the submission of the report of South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), which was a court-like restorative justice body that sought to reveal human rights abuses under apartheid. Yesterday Alex Boraine,the man who proposed the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and went on to be its vice chairperson alongside Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu, passed away at age 87. Many criticisms have been leveled to the TRC, saying it failedin its mission. This morning e ask: How then do we effectively deal with wounds of the past?
Guest: Lukhanyo Calata – Editor at Open View
Cabinet has approved the decision by the Minister of Trade and Industry, Dr Rob Davies, to designate the Atlantis Special Economic Zone in Atlantis Industrial Area, outside Cape Town in the Western Cape Province. The designation of the Atlantis SEZ follows that of the Saldanha Bay Industrial Development Zone and is intended to promote industrial development along the West Coast Corridor. A Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is an economic development tool to promote national economic growth and export by using support measures in order to attract targeted foreign and domestic investments and technology. The talking Point today is broadcasting from the Atlantis, Robinvale Sports Ground for the Atlantis Special Economic Zones Presidential launch.
GUESTS: Khusela Diko the spokesperson for President Cyril Ramaphosa and Maoto Molefane, Chief Director for Special Economic Zones project at the department for Trade and Industry guest: Francis Jackson, Special Economic Zones project executive at Green Cape
Hlanganisa Institute for Development in Southern Africa recently launched a new research Report titled: Amplifying the voice of women living with disabilities and affected by Gender Based Violence. The report focuses on risk factors to gender-based violence for women living with disabilities in South Africa and is aimed at addressing their compounded vulnerability to gender-based violence (GBV
Guest: Chiedza Chagutah Programs manager at Hlanganisa Institute for Development Southern Africa (HiDSA)
22 ON SLOANE is the largest startup campus in Africa. The campus offers disruptive startups and innovative SMEs a complete turnkey solution to scale, from the initial idea all the way to commercialisation, funding opportunities and access to markets. Its aim is to nurture the entrepreneurial mindset, ensure their sustainability, and explore development of new industries and contribute towards job creation in Africa.This morning we profile the work they do.
Guest: Kizito Okechukwu is the co-chair of the Global Entrepreneurship Network
Cabinet has approved the decision by the Minister of Trade and Industry, Dr Rob Davies, to designate the Atlantis Special Economic Zone in Atlantis Industrial Area, outside Cape Town in the Western Cape Province. The designation of the Atlantis SEZ follows that of the Saldanha Bay Industrial Development Zone and is intended to promote industrial development along the West Coast Corridor. A Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is an economic development tool to promote national economic growth and export by using support measures in order to attract targeted foreign and domestic investments and technology. The talking Point today is broadcasting from the Atlantis, Robinvale Sports Ground for the Atlantis Special Economic Zones Presidential launch.
Guest: Solly Fourie Head of Department for Economic Development and tourism in the Western Cape & Sipho Zikode- Deputy Director General at the department of Trade and Industry
South Africans will have to reimagine the possibility of community if they want to live together peacefully in this country, this according to Amanda Gouws, a professor of Political Science at Stellenbosch University. She says citizens need to continue to understand the impetus of reconciliation that is embodied in the Constitution.They cannot afford to forget this and that they owe it to late former president, Nelson Mandela, who supported a version of liberalism that is inclusive and accepting of diversity, not to do so. Yesterday marked Madiba's fifth anniversary of his death. Today we will speak to Professor Gouws about remembering Mandela's version of liberalism - inclusive and diverse
GUEST: Amanda Gouws, a professor of Political Science at Stellenbosch University.
Yesterday members of social housing advocacy group Reclaim the City have occupied a prime piece of land in Foreshore. Several shacks were been erected on the land.
According to Reclaim the City's Nkosikhona Swaartbooi the land they occupied used to be a public land that is now kept by the wealthiest company and this land symbolizes the problems that we are facing in Cape Town.
GUEST: Nkosikhona Swaartbooi – Spokesperson for Reclaim the City's
Guest: Western Cape Human Settlements MEC, Bonginkosi Madikizela (TBC)
Historical evidence dispels the notion that LGBT people as well as alternative gender expressions and identities are alien to African culture, this according to Gerbrandt van Heerden, an analyst at the Institute of Race Relations (IRR). He says Tanzania's recent intensified efforts to clamp down on the country's queer community highlights the risk of statements by Africa's political, business and social elites normalizing hate and discriminatory actions against sexual minorities.
GUEST: Gerbrandt van Heerden, an analyst at the Institute of Race Relations (IRR).
The Rand has risen on the news of South Africa's exit from recession. Stats Sa announced today that the country had recording a 2-point- 2 percent economic growth for the third quarter, ending the technical recession. The positive growth was largely driven by manufacturing, finance and transport. The Rand has firmed up against a basket of currencies and is up by around ten cents against the dollar on the news of the GDP data.
GUEST: Dr. Iraj Abedian, a Chief economist at the Pan-African Capital Holdings
Since 1994, the African National Congress (ANC) has consistently captured the majority of black working class voters. Consequently it has been the ruling party since the first democratic elections. But in recent years it has suffered a major credibility crisis due to its brutal repression of working class strikes and protests, lack of service delivery to poor communities, mismanagement and corruption as well as direct theft from the poor such as the SASSA and VBS scandals. Already this has caused the ANC to lose power in major metros such as Johannesburg, Tshwane and Nelson Mandela Bay.
In today's show we assess and analyse where the votes of the majority of South Africans, the black working class, are likely to go.
With us to discuss this we have….
Shaheed Mohammed, from the Socialist Revolutionary Party: & Dale Forbes, Independent Political Analyst
We continue our discussion around the NHI. Yesterday we spoke Health minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, who has condemned those who have criticized the speed at which the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill is being processed, stating that they want to “delegitimize” the process. This follows criticism by the Treatment Action Campaign (TAC), SECTION27, Rural Health Advocacy Project and other civil organizations who say the current Bill “risks damage to the functional elements of the health system. This morning we are in conversation with NHI Presidential advisor, Dr Olive Shisana, to talk to us about the outcomes of the Presidential Health Summit
GUEST: National Health Insurance (NHI) Presidential advisor, Dr Olive Shisana
Pupils at centre of 2015 mass copying scandal are fighting for their matric results to be released. The prolonged battle between the Department of Education and Mashiyamahle High School in Ndwedwe is still ongoing, with the pupils demanding the release of their original results that were withheld for four years due to allegations of cheating.
GUEST: Basic Education Department spokesperson, Elijah Mhlanga
President Cyril Ramaphosa, has announced Advocate Shamila Batohi as the new National Director of Public Prosecutions. Advocate Batohi, is the former deputy director of Public Prosecutions in KwaZulu Natal, she has also worked for the International Criminal Court (ICC) as a legal advisor for the prosecutor. On the Talking Point this morning we are asking you; will Advocate Shamila Batohi, our new National Director of Public Prosecutions, restore credibility to the National Prosecuting Authority, NPA?
GUEST: Mandy Wiener, who is an investigative reporter for News24.
It’s not our Friday Wind down, so you can be forgiven for thinking it’s a Friday today. It’s a Tuesday but we decided to profile a music powerhouse this morning, Grammy Award winning, R&B and soul royalty, Anthony Hamilton, who is in the country. He now joins me in studio…
GUEST: Grammy Award winning, R&B and soul musician, Anthony Hamilton
A study conducted by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) has found that close to 30 percent of HIV positive people, who are virally unsuppressed, are resistant to antiretroviral drugs. These are people in whom the disease can be detected. Some of the respondents are resistant to one and others to two drugs on the first set of ARV's used in South Africa. These are some of the findings of the 5th South African National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, Behaviour and Communication Survey.
GUEST: Dr Sizulu Moyo, Research Director in the HIV/ AIDS, STIs and TB (HAST) programme of the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC).
: More than half of middle-income consumers in South Africa spend their entire monthly salary in five days or less after receiving it. This is according to data from FNB's Retail segment. The data categorizes middle-income consumers as those who earn a gross monthly income of between R7, 000 up to R60, 000.
GUEST: Dr Christoph Nieuwoudt, CEO of FNB Consumer
Government's plan for a universal health coverage bill - the National Health Insurance will come before Cabinet this week before going to Parliament. Several pro-poor civil society organisations including Section 27 and the Treatment Action Campaign among others have accused Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi of trying to rush through the Bill in parliament, as an election tool for the ANC ahead of the 2019 national election. But Motsoaledi and the labour federation Cosatu have refuted this claim and instead accuse these organisations of wanting to stall the NHI
GUEST: Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi
The National African Federated Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NAFCOC) conference has elected its former chief executive Sabelo Macingwane as its new president. NAFCOC, one of South Africa’s largest business chambers 54th National Conference took place last week at the Durban ICC. The organisation aims to be a voice for the welfare of small businesses.
GUEST: Sabelo Macingwane, the newly elected president of the National African Federated Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NAFCOC)
Equal Education (EE) recently met with the Eastern Cape Department of Education (ECDoE) and all Eastern Cape Implementing Agents, who oversee the building of schools on behalf of Provincial Education Departments, to discuss EE's new school infrastructure report and measures to ensure that schools are built on time. EE has put together a report on the implementing agents and will be releasing it tomorrow also. This report deals with the delays in the building of schools and the role the implementing agents play in these delays.
GUEST: Equal Education general-secretary Noncedo Madubedube
Last month Chief Justice, Mogoeng Mogoeng, outlined a list of the judicial system's needs for it to be able to function at full capacity, when he was presenting the annual report on Judicial Functions for the 2017/18 financial year, at the Constitutional Court in Johannesburg. Chief Justice Mogoeng stated that the country's judiciary system is underfunded - compared to the other two arms of the state. We are now in conversation with Chief Justice, Mogoeng Mogoeng to look at the role of the Judiciary, how it uses its power and authority and how it is performing the tasks that the state endowed to this arm.
GUEST: Freestate High Court Acting Judge President, Cagney Musi
Government's plan for a universal health coverage bill - the National Health Insurance will come before Cabinet this week before going to Parliament. Several pro-poor civil society organisations including Section 27 and the Treatment Action Campaign among others have accused Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi of trying to rush through the Bill in parliament, as an election tool for the ANC ahead of the 2019 national election. But Motsoaledi and the labour federation Cosatu have refuted this claim and instead accuse these organisations of wanting to stall the NHI GUEST: Mark Heywood, Executive Director of Section 27 and member of the Treatment Action Campaign - TAC
Cosatu has reiterated its calls to create a workers' bank. This comes in the wake of its recent three-day central executive committee meeting, where the federation says the establishment of a workers' bank is imperative at a time where the country is faced with an economic crisis.
GUEST: Cosatu president, Zingiswa Losi
Rebuild South Africa (RSA) is a new democratic socialist political party which will contest 2019 general elections. The RSA is a new rising radical and militant Democratic Socialist Political Movement which brings together revolutionary, fearless, radical, and militant activists, workers’ movements, nongovernmental organizations, community-based organizations, lobby-groups under the need to pursue the struggle for economic liberation. Does SA need another political party? What will they be offering the electorate?
GUEST : Blessings Ramoba – Founder and President of the Mining Forum of South Africa, and the president of Rebuild South Africa
In a recent opinion piece she wrote, Dr Eunice Ubomba-Jaswa - Research Manager at the Water Research Commission says Close monitoring of the amount of ARVs and their concentration in the environment must be carried out to mitigate the risk of secondary health issues from long term exposure. Government support for research into the impact on human health of ARVs in the aquatic environment would also be critical.
GUEST: Dr Eunice Ubomba-Jaswa, Research Manager at the Water Research Commission.
An interim order is expected to be granted today after judgment was reserved in the land expropriation matter at the High Court in Cape Town between lobby group Afriforum and Parliament. Afriforum is seeking relief to halt the final processing of the Constitutional Review Committee Report which recommended that section 25 of the constitution be amended to expropriate land without compensation. Afriforum wants a full judicial review of the committee proceedings.
GUEST: Afriforum lawyer, Willie Spies
The roads next to the High Court in Pietermaritzburg have been closed and security tightened ahead of former president Jacob Zuma's appearance in court this morning. The NPA is likely to request an adjournment to give it time to respond to both Zuma and his co-accused French arms company Thales' application for a permanent stay of prosecution. The charges against Zuma and Thales relate to the more than 780 allegedly questionable payments. Some of Zuma's supporters attended a night vigil.
GUEST: SABC reporter, Nonkululeko Hlophe
The National Assembly has given the thumbs-up to the Child Justice Amendment Bill, which, once passed into law, will raise the age at which a child can be held criminally liable from 10 to 12 years. The child Justice Act came into operation on 1 and it sets out how children in conflict with the law are to be dealt with in the criminal justice system. What implications does this have on justice, particularly as it relates to children?
Guest: Mr Jeffery - the Deputy Minister of Justice
Earlier in the year we saw hundreds of security guards working in the money transportation industry marching in major cities across the country after a spate of brazen heists that have rocked the industry and the country. Tomorrow, the role of private security guards manning health facilities will be under the spotlight when Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi meets with security experts to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of security systems at state hospitals. This following three armed attacks, which occurred at separate healthcare facilities in Limpopo. This morning we unpack the state of security personnel in South Africa. According to the latest 2018/2019 report by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA), there are currently 2.36 million security officers registered in South Africa – of which over 498,435 are employed by just over 9,000 Registered and active security businesses.
GUEST: Stefan Badenhorst – COO of the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority
To increase the participation of black stock brokers in the securities business, a newly formed company has promised to champion the transformation of the financial services sector by providing institutional investors with access to a black-owned equities brokerage business through strong credentials, execution capabilities, and added-value access to economic and policy insights in the R9-trillion industry. Mzwakhe Goodwill Nhlanhla say the launch of Khumo Securities came at the right time, ahead, of the 1 January 2019 application of the new Amended Financial Sector Code (FSC) which amongst other things requires procurement and transformation to be placed at the centre stage. This morning we get an understanding of what more Khumo Securities is offering that is different in the market, and also get a better understanding of the Amended Financial Sector Code (FSC).
GUEST: Mzwakhe Goodwill Nhlanhla, CEO of Khumo Securities
On this morning edition of The Talking Point we will look at the "culture of non-payment". Eskom is owed about 17 billion rands by municipalities for unpaid debts, with Soweto responsible for about 15 billion of that debt. Soweto has been in arrears since two thousand and three. So what is behind this "culture of non-payment"? Eskom says that municipal debt has now reached levels that are threatening the utility's sustainability. Is it fair for citizens who pay for their electricity to curry the burden for non-complaint consumers?
GUESTS: Chris Yelland, who is an energy analyst and managing director at EE Publishers & Mr Seth Mazibuko, Soweto community leader
Public Protector Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane is set to challenge a court ruling ordering her to pay the legal costs in the Absa/Bankorp matter. The North Gauteng High Court set aside Mkhwebane's Bankorp-CIEX report and ordered her to pay the legal costs incurred by the South African Reserve Bank in her personal capacity. In her report, Mkhwabene had found that the bank owed the government more than R1-billion in apartheid-era debt. This is the first given ruling against a public protector.
GUEST: Mr Lawson Naidoo, the Executive Secretary at the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC)
The Deputy Minister of Social Development, Mrs Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu, in partnership with the South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) this morning launched the The Rock Leadership Programme, which focuses on traditional leaders as partners in the prevention of new HIV infections and other social ills. This is part of the social and behaviour change (SBC) programmes to promote positive behavioral outcomes that are critical in altering the course of the HIV epidemic.
GUEST: The Deputy Minister of Social Development, Mrs Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu
Over the past number of years, the cost of living has increased for the majority of people in South Africa while at the same time their income has been in steady decline. Many struggle to cope with paying for food, housing, travel, school-fees and other living expenses. In our reality of widespread poverty, many people turn to borrowing money. Little wonder then that South Africans are ranked as being the highest money borrowers in the world. They mainly borrow from family and friends, but for many, private informal money-lenders are the easiest and quickest way of obtaining extra cash. However, this causes many workers to be in a permanent debt trap, often ending up with no wages at the end of the week or month. What is being done about and is there a solution?
GUEST: Dr. Dale McKinley, from Right to Know
When it comes to money, even the smartest people can get ripped off. With the economy being in tough times, Ponzi Schemes may thrive with people are on the lookout for ways to multiply their money they currently have through investments. Although many of us may know that there is no such thing as instant money, there is always that ‘Get rich quick Money Making Scheme’ that wins people over. This the like of MMM (Triple M). This morning we ask: should we feel sorry for people who have lost their money in the ‘Get rich quick schemes?’? With these schemes forever getting better in disguising themselves, can we blame the victims for falling for them?
GUEST: Gerald Mwandiambira, CEO for the South African Savings Institute
Issues of mental illness within the police have once again been put in the spotlight following the shooting of two individuals at a Durban Magistrate’s Court. A woman was allegedly shot dead by her estranged husband, who is reportedly a policeman, during divorce proceedings in the Durban Magistrate’s Court on Monday. According to POPCRU, in 2014 alone, 10% of the SAPS employees were treated with depression, and between 2012 and 2015, 26% of all officers’ deaths were as a result of suicide; all these as a result of their working conditions. Is enough being done to address issues of mental illness in the police force?
GUEST: Richard Mamabolo – Spokesperson for Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru)
On the last Tuesday of each month we deal with questions that have come in during the month, either by email or on my radio line that we think are of a similar and more general nature.
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (PTY) Limited
The towering statue of the former colonial president of the Orange Free State, Marthinus Theunis Steyn, will finally fall from the main campus of the University of Free State. A special task team appointed by the university to review the position of the statue has recommended that it be relocated. What significance does this have on transformation at the University? But also does this move put in alignment, the values of the University to that of the country?
GUEST: Dr Luvuyo Dondolo, PhD Director and Head of Centre for Trans-disciplinary Studies
Property Matters with Dineo Molomo. Today’s topic is about “Preparing to rent out your house or rent someone else's house for the December Holidays”. .
GUESTS: Dineo Molomo, from Dineo Properties
For those who missed out on #BlackFriday last week, #CyberMonday, which is today, may be an opportunity to get in on the bargains available online. The bad news though is that cybercriminals are using new tactics that make it harder to spot fake deals. What dangers should consumers watch out for?
GUEST: Rudi Dicks, Director of the Cyber Academy
The Apartheid Museum launched the Albertina Sisulu Centenary Exhibition on 24 November entitled: A Life of Fire & Hope, celebrating her contribution to championing democracy and human rights in South Africa. Mama Sisulu, as she was affectionately known, would have been 100 years old this year. She has been described as the embodiment of selflessness and a remarkable, incorruptible leader.
GUEST: Elinor Sisulu is the daughter-in-law and biographer of Albertina Sisulu and the Executive Director of the Puku Children's Literature Foundation.
Twitter was abuzz this weekend with the news that DA chief whip John Steenhuisen has never earned a degree from university. Several members of the DA have come out to support Steenhuisen saying that he is one of the finest chief whip in parliament.
GUEST: Professor Belinda Bozzoli - Member of Parliament; DA Shadow Minister of Higher Education and Training; and the party’s Political Head
Increasing migration into Gauteng is placing a burden on service delivery. The National Council of Provinces' chairperson, Thandi Modise has asked President Cyril Ramaphosa to address the matter of migration into Gauteng urgently.
GUEST: National Council of Provinces' chairperson, Thandi Modise
Professor Tawana Kupe has been appointed vice-chancellor at the University of Pretoria, making him the first black Vice-Chancellor and principal of the Institution in more than 100 years. His appointment also comes amidst calls for transformation at institutions of higher learning.
GUEST: Professor Tawana Kupe, New vice-chancellor of University of Pretoria
Born and raised in Port Elizabeth, Mandisi is a Trumpeter, Vocalist and Composer who emerged from the University of Cape Town with a BMus Honors Degree in Jazz Studies in 2005. He is a versatile musician is also an educator, arranger and producer not only in Jazz but Western Classical and African Indigenous Music. He has played with some of the country's top musicians over the years. He recently released his debut album titled "Somandla" to critical acclaim. He is the guest we are featuring on our musical feature.
GUEST: Mandisi Dyantyis - Musician
Bongi Gwala speaking to Nada Wotshela, GE SABC Radio about the launch of the campaign "16 Days of Violence against Women and Children" campaign.
Men are not known for being good communicators. As many wives know, men generally don’t like to have a conversation. Most men often want to wait until they know the right thing to say, or when things go wrong to say. Is it that men don’t know what to Say? Do many men feel that prayer equals weakness?
GUEST: Pastor George Nkosifikile, Founder and Leader of Men in Prayer SA
ANC chief whip Jackson Mthembu says President Cyril Ramaphosa did not intentionally mislead Parliament nor was he forced into correcting his statement, with regards to a Bosasa payment, that benefitted Ramaphosa's CR17 ANC presidential campaign. Mr Mthembu reiterated his support for President Ramaphosa during a press briefing yesterday. For more on this, he now joins me on the line...
GUEST: ANC chief whip Jackson Mthembu
Trade Union Cosatu has welcomed President Cyril Ramaphosa's latest Cabinet reshuffle but say they are unhappy with certain aspects of the cabinet reshuffle.
GUEST: Cosatu spokesperson, Sizwe Pamla
President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced new changes to his cabinet. Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams will head up the communications ministry, as well as oversee the department of telecommunications. Nomvula Mokonyane, who was the minister of communications, is now the minister of Environmental Affairs and former minister of telecommunications, Siyabonga Cwele is the new minister of Home Affairs. The replacements in cabinet were for Environmental Affairs Minister, Edna Molewa - who passed away and Malusi Gigaba who resigned as Home Affairs Minister.
GUEST: Political Economist, Moeletsi Mbeki
Today the Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) in partnership with organisations such as the Pan South African Language Board (PanSALB), University of Free State (Centre for Gender and African Studies) and the Department of Sports Arts, Culture and Recreation: Language services (Dept. SACR) launch a first of its kind booklet comprising of gender terminology in Sesotho. The gender terminology project aims to mainstream gender equality through ‘the indigenising gender sensitive terminology in all 11 South African official languages’. According to them, the new language terminology will be used to raise awareness, empower people on gender related matters and contribute to a better understanding of sexual gender identity and expressions and all forms of gender discrimination.
GUEST: Pinkie Sobahle, Commissioner at the Commission for Gender Equality
South Africa’s based Technology Company IN2IT Technologies has made it to the finalists of the Ernest and Young World Entrepreneur Award - Exceptional Category. This is the world’s most prestigious business award for entrepreneurs. IN2IT is pitted against many global technology companies. In 2016 IN2IT Technologies ranked 62nd among the world's most progressive 501 managed service providers (MSPs). The top MSP 501 companies ranked included organisations from around the world and from diverse technology and business backgrounds.
GUEST: Saurhab Kumar, is the CEO of IN2IT technologies
Auditor-General Kimi Makwetu says fruitless and wasteful expenditure increased by 200% from the previous year to R2.5 billion. The Auditor-General was releasing the 2017/2018 audit results of the country's national and provincial departments as well as SOEs, during a media briefing in Parliament yesterday. He also says irregular expenditure remains high at R51 billion.
GUEST: Auditor-General, Kimi Makwetu, who is in our SABC Parliamentary studios
The ANC will hold a press conference at One-O'clock today to respond to attack's on Public Enterprise Minister, Pravin Gordhan, attacks on the State Capture Commission and recently the attacks leveled against the media.
GUEST: Zizi Kodwa, the ANC's head of the presidency at Luthuli House
Power utility Eskom recently announced that it would be expanding its load shedding plan to eight stages, allowing for up to 8 000 MW to be shed from the national grid. It previously had four stages that allowed for up 4 000 MW to be cut. This morning we attempt to understand what alternative ways exist in the energy sector for South Africa?
GUEST: Laura Caetano, Energy and Environmental Analyst at Frost & Sullivan
Every year nearly 700000 high school students write the Matric examination in South Africa. In recent years about 70% of them pass annually. Only 18% of matriculants manage to access tertiary education. That means that over 500000 matriculants become part of South Africa’s labour market annually while at the same time over 40% of the adult working population is unemployed and the economy is in recession and shedding jobs.
GUESTS: Noncedo Madubedube & Professor Rasigan Maharaj
The Government is scrapping experience as a requirement for entry-level jobs. The Department of Public Service and Administration is currently reviewing regulations for all entry-level posts in the public service.
GUEST: ANC Youth League National Executive Committee member, Ndumiso Mokako
20 November every year is celebrated as World Children's Day. The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has urged world leaders to protect the rights and welfare of children across the world. UNICEF says children have their rights denied every day and their aim is to build a world where every child has the right to basic human needs such as freedom, food, water, shelter and education.
GUEST: Mathlodi Makwetla – Childs rights commissioner at the South African Human Rights Commission
The next six months will determine the relevance of the Democratic Alliance for the future beyond the next election. Every time the DA calls for the ANC to be brought under the 50% mark, it probably terrifies more of the party's traditional supporters than advances the party in new constituencies, according to former party leader and executive chairman of Resolve Communications, Tony Leon.
GUEST: Tony Leon, former DA leader and executive chairman of Resolve Communications.
The Copyright Amendment Bill was introduced to Parliament in May 2017 to amend the Copyright Act of 1978 and its earlier amendments. On Friday the Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Trade and Industry has adopted reports on the Copyright Amendment Bill and the Performers Protection Amendment Bill which seek to establish and protect the rights of creators and copyright owner.
GUEST: Dr Nicol Faasen, Is the Legal Affairs Chairperson for the Publishers Association of South Africa, PASA
Former Cape Town mayor and DA member Patricia de Lille announced the launch of a new political party over the weekend. This after her resignation from the party. In the same breath, the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa has also launched its own political party, the Socialist Revolutionary Workers' Party. Is it time for an electoral system that balances representivity with accountability and is it time for South Africans to be able to vote for individual members of the national or provincial legislatures?
GUEST: Political analyst, Dr Dale McKinley
Time now for our regular Friday Music feature the Friday Music Wind Down. Today the spot light is on Moonlight, a musical project initiated by Phillip Mabote, in order to bring together diversified sounds and different artists with different musical and cultural background to entertain and bring awareness to social good and social-ills.
GUEST: Phillip Mabote, who is a former stage actor and a poet, classical guitar player, singer, multi-instrumentalist, composer and arranger
What does your car as a man say about you? What message are you conveying by driving the car you drive? Cars from Asia, primarily Japan, are said to represent a man relationship with women that hinges on a defined role, while a man who drives truck is inherently community minded and enjoys being part of something bigger than himself. A man who drives a SUV is a take-charge man and man who drives a convertible is never too hassled by a committed relationship or thoughts of the long-term beyond this weekend.
GUEST: Fredrick Mamabolo - Productivity and life Coach, Speaker and Corporate strategist
The Water Research Commission, in partnership with the Green Youth Network, hosted a Youth in Water Innovation Summit. The Summit aimed to unlock the innovation and entrepreneurial potential of South Africans in the innovation/technology space. The Water Research Commission believes the youth, and young professionals, should start paying attention to research and technology solutions based on current topical issues within the water and sanitation sector such as Climate Change, Water Quality, Water and Big Data, and the Water Energy Food Nexus and Sanitation which underpin the engagement that the Summit aims to drive.
Guest: Khosi Jonas, Head of Marketing and Communications at the Water Research Commission
Minister of Small Business Development Ms Lindiwe Zulu in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) Africa will, on Monday, 12 November 2018, launch the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) at Africa’s first Start-Up Campus 22 on Sloane, in Bryanston, Gauteng. Speaking of Global Entrepreneurship week, Minister Zulu said, “Global Entrepreneurship Week is a great platform for entrepreneurs, especially the youth and women, to engage with entrepreneurial activities that will assist their businesses. As government, we see entrepreneurs as national assets to be cultivated, motivated and remunerated to the greatest possible extent. Entrepreneurs can change the way we live and work.” She joins us now to share initiatives that have been undertaken during the course of this week, and beyond.
GUEST: Minister of Small Business Development, Ms Lindiwe Zulu
Parliament's joint constitutional review committee yesterday adopted a report which recommends that section 25 of the Constitution be amended to explicitly allow for land to be expropriated without compensation. Meanwhile, Black First Land First (BLF) leader, Andile Mngxitama, says there will be no amendment of the constitution. He says President Cyril Ramaphosa and EFF Leader Julius Malema "lied to the landless".
GUEST: Black First Land First (BLF) leader, Andile Mngxitama
In an article where he reflects on what has gone wrong with the ANC, Ben Turok - Former African National Congress (ANC) Member of Parliament says ”We face two major crises: the crisis in the economy and the moral crisis in public life” He continues on to day “we have created a black bourgeoisie on a scale that means inequality between black people is now greater than inequality overall. At the same time, the top 1% of our wealthy are increasing their wealth, while the majority are worse off.” He joins us now to unpack this position further.
GUEST: Professor Ben Turok, who is director of the Institute for African Alternatives
There is an on-going debate over the role of online activities in the radicalisation process. However, much of this debate has focused on Western countries; less is known about patterns of online radicalisation in Africa and about the extent to which African national governmental strategies focus on addressing this issue.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) commissioned RAND Europe to explore social media use and online radicalization in Africa as part of its 'Regional Project on Preventing and Responding to Violent Extremism in Africa'. RAND Europe's study examined the links between social media use and online radicalization in seven African countries: Cameroon, Chad, Kenya, Nigeria, Somalia, Sudan and Uganda. With a focus on ISIL, al-Shabaab and Boko Haram - three of the most lethal Islamist militant groups worldwide - the analysis also looked at governmental efforts to address this problem and outlines recommendations for policy and programming.
GUEST: Kate Cox, a senior analyst in our Defence, Security and Infrastructure department at RAND Europe.
On Friday the Right2Know Gauteng will march to the Joburg Mayor’s office and the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) offices to call for a scrapping of the Joburg Protest Fees, and an end to the City’s unlawful protest practices.
GUEST: Murray Hunter, Right2Know’s spokesperson
The ANC has expressed its disappointment at the criticism that former Public Enterprises minister Barbara Hogan has levelled against its deployment policy. In her submission to the Zondo Commission on State Capture, Hogan accused the ANC of interfering in the appointment of board members of state-owned enterprises and questioned the relevance of the governing party's deployment committee. Speaking to me earlier in the week about what constitutes an effective board; Advocate Paul Hoffman stressed that Cadres, who are members of the ANC Are About 1 Million From About 57 Million citizens in the country. He continued to say if you are given a job because of your loyalty to the party, no matter how suitable you are, you are going to be, then you are going to be in a conflict of interest situation, every time what promotes the revolution is in contrast with the constitution.
GUEST: Advocate Paul Hoffman, a Director of Accountability Now GUEST: Zizi Kodwa – African National Congress(ANC) National Executive Committee (NEC) member and head of presidency
The interviews for a new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) are underway at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed a panel, led by Minister Jeff Radebe, to shortlist and interview candidates and makes three recommendations to him. The process to interview candidates for the position has been set down for three days and will conclude this Friday. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Phephelaphi Dube, Director at the Centre for Constitutional Rights,
GUEST: Ms Phephelaphi Dube, Director at the Centre for Constitutional Rights
This week Mfanozelwe Shozi joined Stephen Grootes on Sunrise to discuss issues around Sexual harassment in the workplace. During the interview, he mentioned “"people should remove their traditional caps in a workplace and behave according to policy demands and stop using their culture as an excuse because different rules apply in a work environment" So he is back, on the Talking Point now to discuss whether should we be going so far as to detach ourselves from our culture, to maintain 'civility' or a 'Status quo' of a western standard of what is considered professional?
GUEST: Mfanozelwe Shozi – Former chairperson of Commission for Gender Equality & a panel member of the SABC sexual harassment commission
Rosie Thomas, one of few females in this very distinct field, she's worked on multi-award winning series', bringing a female flair to a much dominated male career. Rosie has over 13 years of experience and some of her best work can be seen on the new series of BBC Earth's Dynasties. She has spent the last 4 years on location in east Senegal, filming a single group of chimpanzees in a remote part of the country, directing producing the 'Chimps episode'. She joins us now to share with us more about what are some interesting facts she has learnt about these Chimpanzees from Senegal.
GUEST: Rosie Thomas, female Producer of Dynasties (Chimpanzee episode)
Since the huge voter turnout in the 1994 national elections we’ve seen a steady decline, with millions of South Africans becoming disillusioned and not participating in elections every five years. However, a new far-left party has successfully registered recently and will participate in the 2019 elections. It is the NUMSA initiated Socialist Revolutionary Workers Party (SRWP) that came about when the union adopted a few ground-breaking political resolutions at its special congress in December 2013. It’s been nearly five years since the “NUMSA Moment” and in today’s show we assess what the SRWP is all about and its prospects in next year’s elections.
guest: Phakamile Hlubi -Socialist Revolutionary Workers Party
The Institute for Dispute Resolution in Africa (IDRA) in the College of Law at the University of South Africa (UNISA) hosted a Community Indaba/Conference yesterday under the theme: Dagga, Culture, Spirituality and the Colonial Law in Africa” The purpose of this Community Indaba on Dagga was to unearth the wealth of community knowledge, formal knowledge and to discover a holistic view based on the recent South African Constitutional Court judgment on decriminalization and the private use of cannabis/dagga in South Africa.
GUEST : Mr David Letsoalo -Acting Head of the Institute for Dispute Resolution in Africa (IDRA) will conduct the interview
Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba has resigned from his post. Opposition parties say his resignation as minister was long overdue. Meanwhile the ANC has praised Gigaba for putting the country and the party above his own personal interests. For more on this we are now joined on the line by political analyst, Mpumelelo Mkhabela, who saw this coming…
GUEST: Mpumelelo Mkhabela, political analyst with the Department of Political Sciences at the University of South Africa.
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature; the African Perspective, where we profile different countries on the African continent. Today the spotlight is on Burundi, one of the world's poorest nations, which is still struggling to emerge from a 12-year, ethnic-based civil war. Since gain independence in 1962 the country has been plagued by tension between the usually-dominant Tutsi minority and the Hutu majority.
GUEST: Alidi Icuburundi, who is the Leader of Burundian refugees In South Africa.
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature "Talking Finance with Bryan Hirsch". In today's topic Bryan says "Don't scrutinise the market every day if you are in for the long haul".
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
We are here for the Gauteng Climate Change Indaba, where the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development we will be presenting their Climate Change Response Strategy and Action Plan. The theme for this Indaba is "Towards a low carbon, more climate resilient Gauteng City Region".
GUEST: Director of Climate Change at Gauteng Provincial government, Basani Ndindani
Africa, researched the opportunities that exist for women on boards based on companies' gender policies - and found that there are in fact many, as companies have failed to meet their gender targets. Board composition is one of the most important governance factors determining an organization’s future success.
GUEST: Advocate Paul Hoffman, Director of Accountability Now
South Africa commemorates National Disability Rights Awareness Month annually between 3 November to 3 December.. This year’s theme is a Disability Inclusive, Barrier-Free South Africa by 2030: BE THE LEGACY! South Africa has a history tainted by different forms of discrimination, based on the like of race, gender to name a few, some of which still persist today. But many people today still also face discrimination on the basis of their disability. But many times when the debate around transformation comes up, exclusion of the disabled, particularly in the workplace and in education, hardly forms part of those discussions. So this morning on the talking Point we ask: How do we include issues of disability in the transformation discourse?
GUEST: Dr Sianne Alves - Director for the office for inclusivity and change at the University of Cape Town
President Cyril Ramaphosa has shown us his good side but can he be ruthless? Is it now time for Ramaphosa to show us he can take an unequivocal stand against his comrades implicated in corruption?
GUEST: Solly Moeng, who is a brand reputation management adviser and CEO of strategic corporate communications consultancy at DonValley Reputation Managers
South Africans might be forgiven for expecting two key commissions of inquiry currently underway to change the country. Some of these expectations are unrealistic, this according to associate professor in Public Law at the University of Cape Town, Cathy Powell. She says some expectations might be met, but only if the commissions achieve public buy-in and generate enough pressure for change.
GUEST: Associate professor in Public Law at the University of Cape Town, Cathy Powell
Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo on regards to the leaks and publication of witnesses statements before they give statements. This follows Minister Pravin Gordhan's submission to the State Capture Commission being leaked ahead of his scheduled testimony next week.
This morning The Talking Point is broadcasting live from the University of Pretoria, where the Department of Science and Technology is hosting the White Paper Summit. Preparing for the Fourth Industrial Revolution is at the heart of the Department of Science and Technology's new draft White Paper on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI). The Minister of Science and Technology, Ms Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, and business, labour, academia and other stakeholders are currently discussing the draft policy document this morning…
GUEST: Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, Minister of Science and Technology
The Nelson Mandela Foundation is hosted a dialogue to unpack policies and broaden the discussion around proposed inclusive housing solutions for the City of Johannesburg. The issue of inclusive housing is one which falls within the Nelson Mandela Foundation's land focus area.
GUEST: Sello Hatang – CEO of the Nelson Mandela Foundation
Mkhuseli Jack was born on a white-owned farm in the Eastern Cape. Evicted from their home, his family was split up. Young Khusta had a yearning to learn and he never gave up. Eventually, reaching high school in PE, his drive finds a new focus: freedom. Jack became a respected leader in the movement and is a successful businessman today. He shares insights about his new book with us.
*** Mkhuseli Khusta Jack holds a BA Hon. Degree and serves on the boards of Irvin & Johnson, Absa's Batho Bonke, & Save South Africa etc. He was a student activist & a founding member of PEYCO, and part of the formation of the UDF.
GUEST: Mkhuseli Khusta Jack – Author of To Survive and Succeed
This morning The Talking Point is broadcasting live from the University of Pretoria, where the Department of Science and Technology is hosting the White Paper Summit. Preparing for the Fourth Industrial Revolution is at the heart of the Department of Science and Technology's new draft White Paper on Science, Technology and Innovation (STI). The Minister of Science and Technology, Ms Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, and business, labour, academia and other stakeholders are currently discussing the draft policy document this morning…
GUEST: Prof Tshilidzi Marwala - vice Councilor of university of johannesburg
Is South Africa becoming a safe haven for criminals? What are the reasons that many of the world's most wanted criminals seek refuge in here? And how are they living comfortable lives without popping onto local authorities' radar? To answer this we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Mandy Wiener, who is an investigative reporter for News24.
Have black-owned businesses become their own worst enemy? On the Talking Point this morning we are going to examine the frustration by black consumers about black businesses. There have been several complaints on social media by black users about how customer service is terrible with black-owned businesses; others went on to say that white owned businesses are more professional. On the other hand other users argued that when a black customer gets bad service at a white owned company, small or large, they never mention that the company is white owned.
Yoco is one of the leading African fintech startups with the goal of helping SMEs in Africa and beyond get the tools and services they need to thrive in their business and ultimately create employment and economic growth.
GUESTS: Marcello Schermer – Head of Expansion at YOCO
Yesterday the inaugural session of the African Development Bank's Africa Investment Forum (AIF) took place in Sandton. The Forum was attended by several Heads of State and government across the African continent, also in attendance was UK government's first ever Her Majesty Trade Commissioner for Africa, Emma Wade-Smith.
GUEST : Her Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Africa, Emma Wade-Smith
She is usually the subject of social media debates, usually for her controversial tweets. She is not afraid to speak her mind. She has been quiet for some time and rarely seen in the media spotlight,
Guest: Western Cape Premier, Helen Zille
The Commission for Gender Equality has found that the South African Police Service still faces challenges in combating the scourge of violence against women. The study was conducted in selected provinces through in-depth interviews with key officials:
GUEST: Commissioner Nomsisi Bata - Commissioner with the Commission for Gender Equality
Prof Moenieba Isaacs a researcher with the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies found that the complex drivers of fisheries crime in this community underscore the importance of a law enforcement approach geared at identifying and prosecuting the organised criminals benefiting from these illegal activities. According to her ‘Fishing communities are becoming increasingly poor and more vulnerable. This started the day fishing communities had to apply for abalone and crayfish rights.’ She says this system inadvertently proved to have a negative effect on their livelihood.
GUEST: Prof Moenieba Isaacs -Academic and researcher with the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at University of Western Cape.
Even though the majority of South Africans now reside in urban centres, millions of South Africans still live in rural areas. Many live in poverty with limited access to resources and services such as transport, telecommunications, electricity and water. Many are farmworkers and have to survive on low wages and bad working conditions.
Guest: Nomhle Links
Absa Group has announced the appointment of Charles Russon as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of corporate and investment banking, and Paul O’Flaherty as chief executive: engineering services. The Association of Black Securities and Investment Professionals (ABSIP) says its appalled by ABSA Group’s appointments . ABSIP believes the appointment of Charles Russon and Paul O'Flaherty flies in the face of transformation of the financial services sector in our country.
GUEST: The Association of Black Securities and Investment Professionals (ABSIP) President Sibongiseni Mbatha
The Road Traffic Management Corporation wants drunk driving reclassified so that suspects are treated the same way as those accused of rape, murder, theft, and fraud. The Justice Project South Africa (JPSA) however is opposed to a new proposal by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) for drunk drivers to get harsher punishment.
GUEST: Howard Dembovsky, chair of Justice Project South Africa
The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa's (Numsa) newly registered political body, the Socialist Revolutionary Workers' Party, has vowed to fight against capitalism and ensure equality and freedom for the working class majority in South Africa, which is aligned to socialism.
GUEST: Terry Bell, Who is a Labour Analyst and inside Labour Columnist for Fin24
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature; the African Perspective, where we profile different countries on the African continent. Today the spotlight is on Tanzania, an East African country situated on the Indian Ocean just south of the Equator. Tanzania is home to two renowned tourism destinations - Africa's highest mountain, Kilimanjaro, and wildlife-rich national parks such as the Serengeti.
GUEST : Max Bushoke - A producer at Channel Africa
The United States reintroduced sanctions against Iranian oil on Monday while giving some of Washington's closest allies exemptions that allow Tehran's biggest customers, mostly in Asia, to keep buying crude for now. Washington has restored measures lifted under a 2015 nuclear deal negotiated with Tehran by the administration of President Barack Obama. President Donald Trump's administration added 300 new designations including Iran's oil, shipping, and insurance and banking sectors, aiming to cripple Iran's main export revenues from the petroleum industry.
GUEST: Sanusha Naidu – Senior Research Associate based with the Institute for Global Dialogue
We have often discussed the difference between investment and saving. This morning we are going to be discussing the different types of risk that investors are faced with. We had a question asked last week which we never answered. Why do life assurance, dreaded disease and disability quotes differ so vastly?
GUEST: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gorhan shares the ANC’s position on transformation and some concerns raised by Dr Anthea Jeffrey.
Addressing hundreds of SAA employees at the company's headquarters in Jet Park east of Johannesburg, Gordhan warned that if all workers don't do the right thing, the airline will collapse.
GUEST: Public Enterprise Minister Pravin Gordhan
Last month while address the inaugural SA Investment Summit, President Cyril Ramaphosa said we should treat our entrepreneurs as heroes”. He said "We have become accustomed to…treating our entrepreneurs and businesspeople [badly] and called them all sorts of names. We’ve treated them like enemies and…white monopoly capital – that must end today,”
Guest: Dr Anthea Jeffrey – Head of policy at the Institute of Race relations
On Property Matters with Dineo Molomo, this morning we are discussing how a home owner in a sectional title protects themselves from the rules and laws of owning a home in a sectional title establishment. We elaborate on what should a home owner or tenant renting a sectional do to protect their rights and not have their electricity and or water switched off by decisions made by a body corporate. Joining Dineo in the studio for this discussion is the Acting Chief Ombud of the Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS), Ndivhuo Rabuli
GUESTS (In studio): Dineo Molomo, from Dineo Properties (Pty) Ltd and the Acting Chief Ombud of the Community Schemes Ombud Service (CSOS), Ndivhuo Rabuli,
South African businesswoman and former Miss South Africa teen 2002, Phuti Khomo, is doing her bit to give back to the community. The exquisite entrepreneur just started a campaign that aims to give back to young males and females who would like to get mixed up in the modelling industry. Dubbed The Phuti Khumo Modeling Expo, the self-titled initiative aims to disrupt the beauty and fashion world by providing that much needed information and guidance to those who could do with some direction when it comes to the world of modelling.
GUEST: South African businesswoman and former Miss South Africa teen 2002, Phuti Khomo
World leaders praise Ethiopia for electing first female president and installing gender-equal cabinet. Seasoned diplomat Sahle-Work Zewde is the only current female head of state on the continent. Women were selected to lead the new Ministry of Peace, the National Intelligence and Security Service and the Federal Police Commission. This morning we look at women leadership in Africa, and ask how Patriarchy in Africa affects women leadership. Do women leaders get held to the same standard as men?
Guest :Dr Lubana Nadvi, University of KwaZulu-Natal, political analyst with expertise in; International Relations, Comparative Politics and Women and Politics Research
Free and fair elections are a central pillar of our democracy. The integrity of the Independent Electoral Commission and the issue of rigging of elections and leakage of voter information will be one of the items taking centre stage in next year's election. In Zimbabwe a data leakage scandal hit country's election after the ruling party Zanu-PF sent personalized, unsolicited campaign messages to potential voters' mobile phones. In 2016, America's elections were targeted by foreign nation-state intent on infiltrating and manipulating the country's electoral system. Earlier this year, Facebook announced that nearly 87-million people's personal information - including 60,000 South African users. In the same breath, Insurer Liberty Holdings could face massive fines through civil lawsuits or from a government-mandated information regulator after falling victim to a cyber-attack. All these security breaches and leakage of our personal information raises tough questions about just how safe is our personal information?
GUEST: Advocate Pansy Tlakula, Information Regulator chairperson and former Chairperson of the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC)
A Cape Town school has been accused of coercing a black teacher to resign. A grade five pupil at Rustenburg Girls' Junior School, asked a parent whether black teachers real teachers? The school is accused of constructively dismissing Nozipho Mthembu‚ a teacher and also an ex-pupil at the school, by coercing her to resign. The school is now facing allegations of racism.
GUEST: Jodi Allemeier, a former Head Girl of Rustenburg Girls High (2002)
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Time now for our regular Friday feature The Friday Wind Down, today we profile Durban native, Ternielle Nelson, a South African singer and songwriter. Ternielle is known for her distinctive vocal and neo soulful sound, she also skilfully strums the guitar on some of her performances.
GUEST: South African singer and songwriter, Ternielle Nelson
President Cyril Ramaphosa has fired embattled and suspended, South African Revenue Service (Sars) commissioner, Tom Moyane. This follows the recommendation made by the SARS commission chaired by Judge Robert Nugent that Moyane should be removed with immediate effect. If one can summarize this SARS-Moyane debacle King IV and sound corporate governance as an essential element of good corporate citizenship comes to mind. On the Talking Point this morning we are asking you what role should leadership play in managing ethics within a company?
GUEST: Ethics Monitor, Managing Director, Cynthia Schoeman
Another DA councillor has resigned. Former Cape Town mayoral committee member, Brett Herron, who resigned from the City council and as a member of the DA yesterday, says the party has abandoned its manifesto and is hanging on to "racial exclusivity". GUEST: DA National Spokesperson Solly Malatsi
Residents of Masia, in the Vhembe District Municipality, Limpopo, say Maths and Science education crisis is particularly severe in rural areas. They say the poor state of these subjects in rural schools precludes many students from making the choice to study ICT-related subjects after Matric. Traditional leader Thovhele Nthumeni Masia in partnership with the Department of Education recently launched the Masia Development Agency, an initiative aimed at improving the quality of Maths and science in rural communities. For more on this,
GUEST: Thato Mahosi, who is the Development Secretary of Masia Development Agency
According to statistics released by the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG), As many as one in six South Africans suffer from anxiety, depression or substance-use problems. Furthermore, research reveals that over 40% of people living with HIV in South Africa have a diagnosable mental disorder. Recently the Gauteng Department of Health hosted a Mental Healthcare Summit, whose aim was to reflect on the state of mental healthcare in the province. Today we get a national picture of the state of mental illness, and the interventions by government in addressing these.
GUEST: Dr Yogan Pillay, who is the Deputy Director-General at the National Department of Health.
Retrenchments could get worse in South Africa over the next few months, this according to Aadil Patel, director and National Head of Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr's Employment Practice. Patel says factors such as low levels of economic growth, poor employment figures and fourth industrial revolution, will lead to further retrenchments by South African businesses
GUEST: Fiona Leppan, who is a Director of Employment practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
Mpumalanga was recently identified as the world's largest air pollution hotspot. Data shows the province, which has 12 coal-fired power plants, contributes the largest amount of nitrogen dioxide in the atmosphere. WHO says air pollution kills 600,000 children every year. According to the World Health Organisation, Air pollution is a major environmental risk to health and by reducing air pollution levels, countries can reduce the burden of disease from stroke, heart disease.
GUEST: Dr Raeesa Moolla, from the School of Geography, Archaeology and Environmental Studies
The ANC's national integrity committee has recommended that the party's leaders implicated in the VBS Mutual bank scandal step down from their positions. The integrity commission says that the reputation and credibility of the party has been seriously affected by the issue.
GUEST: ANC integrity committee chairperson, George Mashamba
The Automobile Association (AA) says only 35% of vehicles in South Africa are Insured. In recent years 70% of the total cost of motor claims in the country has been accident related. The Automobile Association is advocating for more people to be insured.
GUEST: Automobile Association spokesperson, Layton Beard
Amidst the optimism of the outcomes of the jobs and investment Summit, The HR Think Tank say the cohesion between government, business and labour are crucial to tackling economic growth and employment. The Think Tank says that developing our human capital is key and the challenge is quite significant with South Africa ranking 87 of 130 countries, with a score of 58.09 on the Global Human Capital Report 2017.
GUEST: The Managing Director of Knowledge Resources, Mr Wilhelm Crous
Continuing high levels of police involvement in serious and violent crime is the key finding of the third edition of the Broken Blue Line report released today by the Institute of Race Relations (IRR). This is the third in a series of these reports which looks at the involvement of police officers in serious and violent crime. As in previous reports, the data shows that police continue to be implicated in crime. The report details the police's involvement in serious and violent crime and puts forward three solutions to turn the tide on criminals. GUEST: Marius Roodt- Head of Campaigns at the Institute for race relations
The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) is one of the 12 professional accountancy bodies in South Africa (SA). SAICA supports the development of the South African economy and society by promoting and enhancing the value of the profession. It is also currently the only professional accountancy organisation in South Africa that has been accredited by the audit regulator in SA, the Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA). GUEST: Willi Coates, who is a Senior Brand Executive at the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants
Over the past few years, refugees and migrants have been in the spotlight all over the world. Since the end of Apartheid, millions of migrants and refugees have settled in South Africa – most coming from African and Asian countries. Those who are poor have encountered many problems here including bad treatment and corruption by state officials, xenophobic attacks in townships and discrimination in social life. At the same time our government has promoted an African renaissance and lately under President Cyril Ramaphosa, closer political unity similar to the European Union. What will this mean for us, should we still have national borders?
GUESTS:
- Tendai Bhiza, from People Against Suffering Oppression and Poverty
- Professor Loren Landau, from the African Centre for Migration and Society at Wits
Unemployment in South Africa increased to 27-point-5 percent in the third quarter, from 27-point-2 percent in the second quarter of 2018. According to Statistics South Africa, the sectors that contributed to the rise in unemployment include mining, manufacturing and private households.
GUEST: Brian Kantor, A Chief Economist and Investment Strategist at Investec Wealth and Investment
The informal sector in South Africa is a significant source of employment. Statistics South Africa said its quarterly labour force survey that the formal sector, private households and agriculture recorded declines in employment, while the informal sector had employment gains. Should we be taking the informal sector a lot more seriously? Should it be enabled to thrive? If so, how?
GUEST: Dr Thami Mazwai is Special Adviser to the Minister of Small Business Development. He is Adjunct Professor in Entrepreneurship at the University of the Western Cape and the University of Fort Hare.
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature; the African Perspective, where we profile different countries on the African continent. Today the spotlight is Tunisia, the country wedged between Algeria and Libya on the southern coast of the Mediterranean Sea and is the smallest of the North African states. In 1956 Tunisia gained its independence from France after two years of negotiations between the French and the Neo-Destour ("New Constitution") party, which was backed by the trade unions.
GUEST: Mohamed Ghodhbani, a doctor from Tunisia, who has worked in South Africa since 2008. He worked in Scottburg, Port Shepstone in KZN and is now working in Bethlehem in the Free State.
The month of October has been declared Mental Health Awareness month with the objective of not only educating the public about mental health but also to reduce the stigma and discrimination that people with mental illness are often subjected today we put our focus on Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD, which is said to affect 1 in 20 children, and an estimated 1-million South African adults, yet it is a condition often misdiagnosed, and plagued by myths and misunderstandings, particularly with regard to treatment. GUEST: Mrs Margaret Barry, Chairman of ADHASA and Educational Psychologist
On the last Tuesday of each month we deal with questions that have come in during the month, either by email or on my radio line that I think are of a similar and more general nature.
GUEST : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The African National Congress (ANC) says the party will solicit input from citizens on its draft manifesto, with a final document to be revealed in January during the party's birthday celebrations. Political analyst and researcher, Ongama Mtimka says the ANC is either genuinely transformed in its views about the role that the wider public should play in this regard or it is employing Machiavellian tactics. For more he now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Ongama Mtimka, Political analyst and researcher, who lectures South African Politics, political theory, international relations, and security, peace, and reconstruction at Nelson Mandela University.
The South African government will this week hold a presidential summit on gender-based violence and Femicide in a bid to determine a road map to end the scourge. In his speech on the occasion of the National Women’s Day 2018, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that a National Summit on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and Femicide would be held between government and civil society to jointly determine a roadmap to end the scourge of gender-based violence and killings of women and girls in our country. What can be expected from the summit?
GUEST: Advocate Praise Kambula, Head of Promotion of the Rights of Vulnerable Groups at the Department of Justice.
GUEST: Patricia Makhubu – Ekhurhuleni Convener of the Gauteng Community Health Care Forum
As per usual on the last Monday of the month we will answer all your property related questions.
GUESTS (In studio): Dineo Molomo, from Dineo Properties
Various companies have promised 290-billion-rand in actual investment; while another 400-billion-rand in future investment has been pledged. Is this cause to celebrate?
GUEST: Nedlac community convenor, Thulani Tshefuta
Hlanganisa Institute for Development in South Africa (HiDSA) in partnership with Heinrich Böll Foundation and the National Shelter Movement of South Africa cordially invites members of the media to the launch of their new research report titled: “WHAT IS RIGHTFULLY DUE? Costing the Operations of Domestic Violence Shelters”. The purpose of this report is to look at developing innovative ways for financing GBV prevention and mitigation programmes and services through the provision of sheltering for survivors. The report serves as a valuable instrument to be used to engage government, key stakeholders, funders, and the private sector and in advocating for additional resources for Shelters.
GUEST: Chiedza Chagutah - Programmes Manager at Hlanganisa Institute for Development in Southern Africa
Last week we held a discussion with a panel of experts around the Investment Conference and how best to ignite economic activity, restore investor confidence and investment in the country. During the discussion Political Economist, Ms Lebohang Pheko, a senior research fellow for the Trade Collective, raised a valid point by asking why South Africa always looks abroad for Investments when the country has prospects in an economy with vast potential and enormous resources. To elaborate further on this statement, she now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Ms Lebohang Pheko - who is a senior research fellow for the Trade Collective
Last week Tuesday we had a discussion with Prof Barney Pityana, discussing are universities in SA conducive to black intellectualism? Do we still have high calibre of black intellectuals in SA universities? Are they allowed expression?
GUEST: Former Unisa vice-chancellor, Professor Barney
GUEST: Dr Tiri Chinyoka – Acting Chair of the UCT Black Academic Caucus
COSATU in Gauteng has announced that it will march on Friday against Etolls. The Labour Federation insists that Etolls do not serve the people of the province. During his Medium Term Budget Policy Statement, Finance Minister Tito Mboweni said that motorists needed to pay their e-toll. GUEST: COSATU's Gauteng Secretary, Dumisani Dakile
Professor Rinie Schenck SARCHI chair Waste & Society at UWC has done research on waste pickers in SA and how we can move towards a responsible waste society. The aim of the study was to investigate the food in security, nutritional status and socio- economic status of the waste pickers on nine landfill sites in South Africa. Amongst others, the study looks at Environmental risks, dietary intake of the waste pickers and social risks experienced by waste pickers. GUEST: Professor Rinie Schenck SARCHI chair Waste & Society University of the Western Cape
With the foreword written by Albie Sachs, the heart of Mavimbela's narrative lies in his unique experience of working as a top administrator and counsellor in the offices of Thabo Mbeki and Jacob Zuma. In the most intimate detail, he describes the emergence and escalation of the conflict between those two flawed principals. He captures the drama of their struggle and its destructive fallout for the new South African state. Mavimbela offers a potent warning: loyalty and long service to a political party is no guarantee of wise and effective leadership.
GUESTS: Ambassador Vusi Mavimbela – Former Director General of the National Intelligence Agency under Thabo Mbeki, and Former Director General in the Presidency under Jacob Zuma.
The month of October has been declared Mental Health Awareness month with the objective of not only educating the public about mental health but also to reduce the stigma and discrimination that people with mental illness are often subjected to. Have we as a society woken up to the reality of how serious mental illness is? Is there still stigma, surrounded with Mental illness? Are we active in responding to issues of mental illness? ,
guest: Nkini Phasha - SADAG Spokesperson and Boardmember
Finance Minister, Tito Mboweni has identified the agricultural sector as one of the catalysts for Job creation. Speaks during his Mid Term Budget yesterday, Mboweni says Agriculture will be an important driver of our economic recovery.
GUEST: Paul Makube, Senior Agricultural economist
A new innovative electronic hailing (e-hailing) application is threatening to disrupt the meter taxi industry, but this time with the traditional meter taxis as partners. Emergency Taxi is an application that was designed by a Zimbabwean-born IT entrepreneur, Prince Pirikisi, who investigated the problems plaguing the meter taxi industry, including violence and loss of life
GUEST: Zitha Dube, the chairperson of Emergency Taxi
The National Assembly has formally adopted the Competition Amendment Bill. The primary objective of the Bill is to address structural challenges that are seen by government to be a constraint in the country's economy. The Bill has now been sent to the National Council of Provinces. What impact will this have on Small Businesses in SA?
GUEST: Sandile Zungu – President of the Black Business Council
We continue yesterday's conversation with Western Cape MEC for Human Settlements, Bonginkosi Madikizela. Yesterday we spoke to MEC Bonginkosi Madikizela about their efforts to assist almost 1,000 homeless and destitute residents of Khayelitsha's SST Section, who were displaced following a deadly blaze this past weekend. The discussion sparked mixed views about the measures to ensure the affected families were temporarily housed and also about the provision for free housing. Yesterday we asked you our listeners if the government can continue providing free housing and whether this is sustainable
GUEST: Western Cape MEC for Human Settlements, Bonginkosi Madikizela
We are now in conversation with Fix it Forward, an initiative which connects homeowners and tradespeople. Fix Forward also works with contractors from the townships to help them grow their businesses, by offering them entrepreneurship training. They recently launched their initiative in Gauteng, with 30 local contractors who all run their own small businesses in the building trades.
GUEST: Joshua Cox – Who is the Founder and CEO of Fix Forward
The Association of Black Securities and Investment Professionals (ABSIP), was established in 1995 to address the apparent lack of representation of black professionals in the securities and investment industry. Recently they were part of the Young Professional formations of which included Black Management Forum, Association for the Advancement of Black Accountants of Southern Africa (ABASA) & African Women Chartered Accountants (AWCA) hosted a collaborative meeting where people can share their experiences and challenges in Cape Town.
GUEST: Siyamthanda Songca – From the Association Of Black Securities and Investment Professionals Western Cape Exco
Ikhayalami is a Nonprofit Organisation whose primary aim is to develop and implement affordable technical solutions for Informal Settlement Upgrading. These are designed, where appropriate, to be imbedded into a community-driven process and scaled up with the support of the State. Ikhayalami was established in 2006 as a response to conventional approaches in dealing with informality, which is unsustainable and painstakingly slow in meeting the immediate needs of the vast majority of South Africa’s urban poor. They have been working on rebuilding shacks in Khayelitsha. By rebuilding the shacks, and not finding a solution for better accommodation, are we making it a norm for people to live in shacks?
guest: BEN NKUNA – FINANCE MANAGER OF IKHAYALAMI
Residents of the SST informal settlement in Cape Town, Khayelitsha, on the Cape Flats have started rebuilding their shacks. The fire destroyed over 300 dwellings on Saturday and left more than a thousand people displaced. For the latest developments we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Thapelo Mohapi – Spokesperson of Abahlali Base Mjondolo
In last week’s show we looked at the state of the working class and its prospects of survival during the current period. In this week show we take a look at the state of public healthcare and how it affects working class people. For several years many of us have lamented the state of public healthcare. Millions of South Africans who rely on state healthcare facilities like clinics and hospitals often complain about the long waiting time and poor treatment that they receive.
GUESTS:
1.Dr Louis Reynolds – Who is a retired paediatrician, who worked in the public health sector. He is also a Steering Committee member of the People's Health Movement South Africa
2.Kevin Halama - The National Spokes Person of the Health & Other Services Personnel Trade Union of South Africa (Hospersa)
We continue our conversation on the anticipated Investment conference with Business Leadership South Africa, CEO, Bonang Mohale. President Cyril Ramaphosa, will be hosting the inaugural South African Investment conference in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, from Thursday. Earlier this year Ramaphosa, appointed a team of economic heavyweights to head up an investment drive to try to attract up to 1-point-2-billion-rand in foreign direct investment, over the next five years
GUEST: Business Leadership South Africa, CEO, Bonang Mohale
On The Talking Point this morning we will examine the much anticipated Investment conference. President Cyril Ramaphosa, will be hosting the inaugural South African Investment conference in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, from Thursday. Earlier this year Ramaphosa, appointed a team of economic heavyweights to head up an investment drive to try to attract up to 1-point-2-billion-rand in foreign direct investment, over the next five years. For more on this discussion we are now joined on the line by a panel of experts
- Lebohang Pheko, who is a senior research fellow for the Trade Collective
- Dr Anthea Jeffrey – Head of policy at the Institute of Race relations
- Dr Anthea Jeffrey will speak about the Impact of Land expropriation, the Mining charter and B.E.E on investment in SA. 3.Dr. Iraj Abedian, who is a Chief economist at the Pan-African Capital Holdings
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature; the African Perspective, where we profile different countries on the African continent. Today the spotlight is on the country of Egypt. Long known for its ancient civilisation, Egypt is the largest Arab country and has played a central role in Middle Eastern politics in modern times
GUEST : Second Secretary, Karim El-khashab, from the Political Section of the Egyptian Embassy.
Considering where we are as a country, will that matter much? When corruption becomes too widespread and totally out of control, the idea of going into the election with an anti-corruption manifesto is just senseless. This is according to Ralph Mathekga, a Fellow at the SARChI (South African Research Chairs Initiative) Chair: African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy at the University of Johannesburg and author of When Zuma Goes and Ramaphosa's Turn. What does this mean then of the people that are running for government? As a voter in SA, will you care about anti-corruption, and political party stance on it?
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga, a Fellow at the SARChI – the South African Research Chairs Initiative” and Chair of the African
There have been many conversations about the need to transform SA institutions of higher learning. Are universities in SA conducive to black intellectualism? Do we still have high caliber of black intellectuals in SA universities?
GUEST: Professor Barney Pityana - Professor Barney Pityana
Black academia must be defined, claimed and returned to a space that is black-centric and where the groundwork for the struggle meets intellectual blackness.
GUEST: Thabi Myeni, the National Secretary For Gender And Sexuality For Black First Land First
The IFP Conference has been postponed due to internal squabbles. It’s believed that there are two factions within the IFP - the young and the old guard. IFP Leader Mangosuthu Buthelezi refuses to step down. The "younger" leaders say it’s time for new leadership ahead of the 2019 Elections.
GUEST: Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) national spokesperson, Mkhuleko Hlengwa GUEST: Dr Somadoda Fikeni - Political and Policy analyst
Political Analyst Mpumelelo Mkhabela asserts that ‘we don't have to make our country "great again". We are actually a great country, but we must realise the potential and turn it into reality. After all, we can't eat potential.’ GUEST: Mpumelelo Mkhabela, who is a political analyst with the Department of Political Sciences at the University of South Africa.
On the Talking Point this morning, we highlight the challenge of calling a place, words and people's names. We examine the growing tendency by many to totally mispronounce names, often causing offence along the way. While none of us like to be corrected, many people would prefer to be made aware of their error, than discover that they have been addressing others incorrectly and in some instances, had been changing the meaning of a name.
GUEST: Dr Kim Wallmach – Who is the Director at the Stellenbosch Language Centre
Last week we saw the ANC Women's League (ANCWL) express its dismay that the women seen standing in support of rape accused Timothy Omotoso were wearing ANC regalia outside the Eastern Cape High Court in Port Elizabeth. This spoke largely to women coming out to support Nigerian pastor, Timothy Omotoso. Vusumzi Gqalane is the EFF Ward Secretary in the Nelson Mandela Bay said they see many women are supporting this man and in their view, the church is not what it says it is. It can't be that women are the ones that support a person who has committed tragic crimes like this. In communities, in families, many times we see women supporting or standing behind the abuser, and not believing the vistim, why is this so?
Guest: Lebogang Ramafoko is CEO of the Soul City Institute
The ANC’s integrity commission has come under the spotlight again following the release of the VBS report. Last week the ANC in Limpopo admitted that there were serious transgressions committed by party officials, including at municipalities, in the VBS collapse and looting. ANC provincial secretary Soviet Lekganyane says their case will be handled by the party's integrity commission. This morning we interrogate the effectiveness of the integrity commission.
GUEST: Professor Ben Turok, who is Director of the Institute for African Alternatives.
On our Music feature today we profile, an award winning jazz artist, born and bred in Randfontein, in Johannesburg's West Rand. Henry Philemon is a singer and multi-instrumentalist, who is recognized for his guitar playing skills. He has worked with artists like Condry Ziqubu, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, the late Nana Coyote and Senyaka to mention a few. He now joins us on the line...
GUEST : Henry Philemon, award winning jazz artist
Is there such a thing as passive toxic masculinity? How do we deconstruct the idea of what masculinity is? FOCUS: Aggression, dominance, physical strength, and the love of sport, risk-taking, virility, frequent sexual activity and the suppression of emotions are some of the key characteristics of what society have normalized as masculinity. The expression of these behaviors, thoughts and feelings are seen as definitions of “a real man”. In 2012 Mbuyiselo Botha wrote an article saying ‘I may be a proud feminist, but I am no sissy’ GUEST: Mbuyiselo Botha – Gender Activist who is also a feminist
Sub-Saharan Africa is the only region in the world where the overall number of extremely poor people is increasing rather than decreasing, this according to the World Bank's latest Poverty and Shared Prosperity report. Dr Esther Ngumbi, however, says eating insects can help fight hunger and food insecurity. She further says eating insects is an ancient practice which is still prevalent today. GUEST: Dr Esther Ngumbi, PhD - Distinguished Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Department of Entomology at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Is there a need for the composition of a new, forward-looking National anthem? Solly Moeng, Brand reputation management adviser and CEO of strategic corporate communications consultancy DonValley Reputation says If South Africa wants a new dawn, maybe it needs to reconsider its country brand - starting with a new national anthem, written from scratch and rooted in the Constitution. Mr Moeng's comments follow the seemingly growing culture of corruption and unethical conduct around the country.
GUEST: Solly Moeng, who is a brand reputation management adviser and CEO of strategic corporate communications consultancy at DonValley Reputation Managers
A party contesting national and all provincial elections will have to pay a deposit of R605, 000. The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) has proposed maintaining the R200, 000 deposits for political parties wanting to contest in the national elections. ICE has published a notice inviting comment from interested stakeholders including political parties and members of the public on the proposed quantum of election deposits for next year's national and provincial elections. The closing date for the submission of comments is 26 October 2018. For more we are now joined on the line by....
GUEST: Sy Mamabolo, the Chief Electoral Officer of the Electoral Commission
Vodacom CEO, Shameel Joosub says data is more expensive for lower volume customers than higher volume customers because frequent data sales use up more capacity. Joosub was appearing before the Competition Commission Data Services Market Inquiry currently underway in Pretoria, yesterday. The inquiry is focus on whether data prices are higher than they ought to be, causes and remedies for high prices, and the impact of data prices and access to data on lower income groups like the unemployed. Joosub was responding to questions posed by the commission's panel members.
GUEST: Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services, Siyabonga Cwele
Today collective agreements to address sexual offenders within education were reached with teacher unions in the basic education sector. The agreements were presented to the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education today in Parliament. The Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) told the committee that the collective agreements would go a long way to creating a safe environment for learners as well as enhance stability in schools. The most important agreement is with regards to sexual offenses committed by teachers against learners. In particular where learners are either the victim or a witness to the offense
GUEST: Nomusa Cembi, National Spokesperson for South African Democratic Teachers Union
UN warns that famine could overwhelm country in next three months, with 13 million people at risk of starvation. Yemen has been torn apart by more than three years of civil war between the internationally recognised governments, backed by a Saudi-led military coalition and based in the south, and the Iran-aligned Houthi movement that controls the north, including the capital Sanaa. The nation of some 30 million is the Arabian Peninsula’s poorest
GUEST: Ebrahim Deen, Researcher at Afro-Middle East Centre
According to the department of trade and Industry, the BIS is an incentive of the Black Industrialists Programme that aims to unlock the potential of Black Industrialist companies operating in strategic and productive sectors of the South African economy through deliberate, targeted and well-defined financial and non-financial interventions. This morning we engage the Department of Trade and Industry on the programme, and ask: What progress have they had so far, in terms of businesses /industrialists they have assisted?
GUEST: Department of Trade and Industry
Yesterday we had a conversation with KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC; Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo says the department has significantly reduced the oncology backlogs and waiting times in the province, to just a few weeks. This after the Department dismissed reports of a backlog of 8 000 cancer patients in the province. MEC Dhlomo says the reports are untrue and that there is a deliberate and relentless campaign by certain members of the media to ignore the tremendous progress that has been made to expand cancer treatment and oncology services. This morning we are in conversation with Dr Yogan Pillay, who is the Deputy Director-General at the National Department of Health, for a national picture on the state of oncology in South Africa…
GUEST: Dr Yogan Pillay, who is the Deputy Director-General at the National Department of Health
Tom Moyane's lawyer, Eric Mabuza says retired judge Robert Nugent is acting outside the scope of his mandate. Nugent's interim report recommends that President Cyril Ramaphosa should fire Tom Moyane with immediate effect to restore confidence in the organisation. Judge Nugent cited the deterioration in tax revenue collection and the strained relationship between SARS and National Treasury as some grounds for Moyane's removal. Nugent was appointed by the President to chair the commission of inquiry into tax administration and governance at SARS during Moyane's term of leadership at the Revenue service. Mabuza says Nugent's GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley, who is a Political Analyst
Minister of Women in the Presidency, Bathabile Dlamini says the trial of controversial pastor; Timothy Omotoso lays bare questions of patriarchy and the law. Minister Dlamini says because of the historical exclusion of women from the justice system, our society has developed a culture of trivializing crimes against women. Omotoso and two others face charges including sexual assault, rape and racketeering. To elaborate further on this, Minister Dlamini now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Minister of Women in the Presidency, Bathabile Dlamini
Wandile Ngcaweni-Researcher at MISTRA says is his article owned for News 24, that the democratic dispensation did little to confront the traumatic legacies of colonial-apartheid. He continues to say that "People see poverty and joblessness as outcomes of compromises that helped protect the privileged status quo of people who benefited from colonialism and apartheid. GUEST : Wandile Ngcaweni, who is a Researcher at the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (Mistra)
The Minister of Mineral Resources, Gwede Mantashe, together with the Mine Health and Safety Council (MHSC), will host the 2018 Occupational Health and Safety Summit on 18 – 19 October 2018. Tripartite stakeholders (government, business and organised labour) will collectively assess progress made in attaining the objective of “Every mineworker returning from work unharmed every day: Striving for zero harm”, and derive solutions that will assist the industry to improve the current situation. GUEST: CEO of Mine Health & Safety Council, Mr Thabo Dube
It is well known that South Africa enjoys the highest level of inequality in the world with poverty affecting over 50% of the population. In recent months, with the increase in fuel prices, we are likely to see an increase in transport and food costs, which make up a big portion of working class people’s expenses. With the declining strength of trade unions, it also seems that working class organisations are not strong enough to defend themselves from these attacks on their living standards. GUESTS:
- Dr Ebrahim Harvey – Political Analyst, Writer and Author:
- Dr Trevor Ngwane – Senior Researcher UJ Center for Social Change:
- Henriette Abrahams - #TotalShutDown Convenor in the Western Cape
The KwaZulu-Natal health department says it has significantly reduced the oncology backlogs and waiting times to just a few weeks. The Department says reports of a backlog of 8 000 cancer patients in in the province are untrue and that there is a deliberate and relentless campaign by certain members of the media to ignore the tremendous progress that has been made to expand cancer treatment and oncology services.
GUEST: KZN Health MEC, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo
The Democratic Alliance (DA) says South Africa needs closed borders and tighter immigration control. The party says South Africa's ports of entry are in a dysfunctional state. In recent months the DA's Johannesburg mayor Herman Mashaba has taken firm stance against illegal immigration in the city, in the same breath, Tshwane mayor, Solly Msimanga, also raised his concerns around the issue in a letter to home affairs minister Malusi Gigaba. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: DA spokesperson on immigration, Jacques Julius
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature the African Perspective. Today we profile Morocco, which is the most westerly of the North African countries known as the Maghreb - the "Arab West". Arguably one of the most stable countries in the Middle East, Morocco is a melting pot of indigenous Berber, African, Arab and European influences. For more on the country we are now joined in studio by....
GUEST : Habiballah Ahmed, Chairman of the Moroccan Association in South Africa
The Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) released its report on Thursday and it describes a situation of overcrowding and funding shortages for the inspectorate to do its job. The release of the report has put in the spotlight again the state of our prisons. This morning we ask: Are our prisons effective, what are we aiming to achieve with incarcerations?
GUEST: Lukas Muntingh - Manager of the Civil Society Prison Reform Initiative
Today is World Food Day. The United Nations aim to raise awareness and to gather support and understanding to approaches that can help reduce world hunger. According to statistics 870 million in the world are undernourished, most of them in rural areas where the main source of income is agriculture. World Food Day is commemorated annually on 16 October to create public awareness of the world food shortage and to strengthen solidarity in the struggle against hunger, malnutrition and poverty. The University of Johannesburg (UJ) in collaborations with the University of Pretoria, the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), the Agricultural Research Council in South Africa and the DST-NRF Centre of Excellence in Food Security is hosting the 2nd International Conference for Food Safety & Security. The Theme is the Next Generation Food Safety Technologies addressing Sustainable Development Goals.
GUEST: Dr Palesa from the Human Resources Council’s Africa Institute
Former Hawks spokesperson, McIntosh Polela says he warned Sunday Times journalists that they were being fed false information but he was ignored. In a series of Tweets, McIntosh Polela says It's not enough for the Sunday Times newspaper to apologize and return awards for their false reports as Generals Sibiya, Dramat and others have suffered huge financial losses and had their careers and lives ruined by the publication's journalists.
GUEST: Former Hawks spokesperson, McIntosh Polela GUEST: former Sunday Times journalist, Piet Rampedi
A Johannesburg workshop on Obesity Prevention has heard how non communicable diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure are killing more South Africans than HIV. These diseases are as a result of a poor diet and lack of exercises and have been linked to obesity. This comes as the world observed Obesity Day last week Thursday. The workshop has also heard that one in five children are overweight and obese. The World Obesity Forum however estimates that nearly 4 million South African school children will be overweight or obese by 2025. The 2016 Global Burden of Disease study published last year in The Lancet medical journal, reports that South Africans are spending a greater proportion of their lives suffering from chronic diseases.
GUEST: Rebone Ntsie, Director of Nutrition of the National Department of Health
We are now in conversation with #FeesMustFall movement activist‚ Fasiha Hassan. Fasiha has won the Student Peace Prize for her non-violent efforts towards gaining equal access to higher education for students. She now joins me on the line…
GUEST: Hashtag FeesMustFall movement activist‚ Fasiha Hassan..
We continue our conversation on the latest Sunday Times saga. The newspaper yesterday acknowledged publishing false reports on allegations into police killings in Cato Manor in Durban; the SARS rogue unit and the illegal deportation of Zimbabweans. The stories were written by a team of senior journalists and published in the newspaper in 2011. The newspaper has apologised and agreed to return all prize money and awards won for the stories. For more on this we now speak to Paul O'Sullivan, who is a Certified Fraud Examiner
GUEST: Paul O'Sullivan, who is a Certified Fraud Examiner
Mr Mbhazima Shilowa has taken to Twitter and asked why nobody says white people are corrupt when it comes to theft such as that of Steinhoff. Shilowa says why is it that black people are responsible for the corruption of a few black guys. His tweet is in reaction to the VBS mutual bank scandal. Several individuals have been implicated in the looting of almost two-billion-rand from VBS Mutual Bank. Other social media users also took to twitter to ask if anyone has compared the damage of VBS Mutual Bank and Steinhoff? Some asked why the Steinhoff scandal was referred to as "irregular transactions" but VBS a “heist”.
GUEST: Mr Mbhazima Shilowa
The Sunday Times newspaper has acknowledged publishing false reports on allegations into police killings in Cato Manor in Durban; the SARS rogue unit and the illegal deportation of Zimbabweans. The stories were written by a team of senior journalists and published in the newspaper in 2011. The newspaper has apologized and agreed to return all prize money and awards won for the stories. On the Talking Point this morning we will speak to two guests who have been discredited by these false reports....
GUEST: Former head of the Hawks in KwaZulu-Natal, Johan Booysen
GUEST: Political analyst, Aubrey Matshiqi
Time now for our regular Friday feature the Friday Music Wind Down, today we have the honour of speaking to South African, Grammy award-winning flautist, Wouter Kellerman. Kellerman is recognized as one of South Africa's foremost musicians, with an extensive, and growing, global following. Wouter's passion for music started with a visit to the orchestra at the age of 10. For more on the remarkable man, he now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Grammy award-winning flautist, Wouter Kellerman
So yesterday we spoke to a South African man Robert J. Traydon, who will undergo a vasectomy next week Monday, in what he says is his contribution towards the fight against climate change and the soaring global population. The conversation was centered on population control but the issue of vasectomy shifted the focus as listeners wanted to know more about this procedure. So this morning we will be speaking to an urologist to shed more light on this medical procedure...
GUEST: Dr Lance Coetzee, from the Urology Hospital, Pretoria
The issue of diversity in the engineering sector is still a burning issue, and one in which the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) is taking a critical look. Research from late last year indicated that diversity helps businesses to become more innovative and more successful. According to Steven Kaplan, COO of SAICE, while the research was conducted in the USA, there are parallels of which South African companies should be cognisant. Guest: Steven Kaplan-COO of The South African Institution Of Civil Engineering (SAICE)
You may be comfortable in your own skin - but did you know there are billions of viruses sharing it, too? Researchers from University of Western Cape’s Institute for Microbial Biotechnology and Metagenomics and identified over 130 of these viruses.
Guest: Prof. Maria Trinidad- From the University of Western Cape
Workers Union mother body, Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU), called for a national shutdown on Thursday against new financial reforms, as the country plunges into an economic crisis. This comes on the back of President Emmerson Mnangagwa's call that people should brace for pain as the government seeks a new economic path driven on neoliberalism.
guest: Maynard Manyowa-Zimbabwean Expert
The is no limit to the abuse in society today - Sexual, emotional, physical, social; in so many ways, with powerful men in powerful have been revealed to be abusers. In the Eastern Cape Durban-based pastor Timothy Omotoso and his co-accused are facing charges including racketeering and sexual assault. While in the same province also, the Eastern Cape Department of Education has placed four provisional teachers and an administrator at St Matthews High School in Keiskammahoek to take over from suspended teachers implicated in a sex-for-marks scandal. From government, to religious organisations, schools, we put in power, and they abuse that power.
Guest : Father Smangaliso Mkhatswa-Chairperson of the Moral regeneration movement
A South African man Robert J. Traydon will undergo a vasectomy next week Monday, in what he says is his contribution towards the fight against climate change and the soaring global population. The current world population of 7.2 billion is projected to increase by 1 billion over the next 12 years and reach 9.6 billion by 2050, according to a United Nations report. On the Talking Point we will Intrigue methods of Population control, which some critics claim is a form of authoritarian control over the world's poorest citizens by the rich.
GUEST: Robert J. Traydon, who is a BSc graduate of Engineering and the author of 'Wake-up Call: 2035'. He's travelled to over 40 countries across six continents and worked in various business spheres.
October across the world has been termed global ‘Pride’ month by the LGBTIQ+ community. It’s a month were the LGBTIQ+ community seeks to celebrate, empower and educate people about the LGBTIQ+ community. The Thami Dish Foundation is currently hosting a three-day Global Network session, which started yesterday the 10th until the 12th of October at Constitution Hill Johannesburg South Africa. The Conference seeks to unleash a unified global voice. How so?
GUEST (In Studio): Ricki Kgositau – International Trans Activist from Botswana. She is one of the speakers at the conference GUEST: Jay Matlou – Head of Programmes at Thami Dish Foundation
Last week on The Talking Point we had a discussion with the founder of Jabu Stone Natural Hair about The mental toll of entrepreneurship. The interview was motivated by businessman SkinnySbu’s tweet where he said “HONESTLY I feel like giving up now - I've used all I have, sold my car to save the business…Things are not as fancy. I'M TIRED, I'M DRAINED, I'M JUST HERE”. This tweet raised so much concern, with many appeals for help spread through social media. GUEST: Selebogo Molefe – Co Founder of the Hook Up Dinner and The people’s fund
The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation – an organisation that invests in the development of potential entrepreneurs in Southern Africa –commissioned the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) and Mindcette an entrepreneurial consultancy to establish the true “DNA of a successful entrepreneur”. The mindsets study titled Toward a Comprehensive Measure of Entrepreneurial Mindset, surveyed 3 661 South Africans using quantitative research, posing questions which required answers directly relating to the key mindsets of an entrepreneur. We find out what the survey says about the South African entrepreneur.
GUEST: Nontando Mthethwa – from the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation
Pope Francis yesterday compared having an abortion to hiring a "contract killer". In an address to worshippers in the Vatican, Francis said "Interrupting a pregnancy is like eliminating someone.” This morning we get two different takes in reaction to this. The ACDP strongly opposes the public provision of abortion facilities. They consider the current legislation to be a license for promiscuity with abortion being viewed as a ready birth control method. Last year SECTION27 and the Treatment Action Campaign (TAC) have made a joint submission opposing the draft amendments to the Choice on Termination of Pregnancy Act 92 of 1996 (TOP Act) as proposed by the African Christian Democratic Party. We reject this amendment in the strongest terms
GUEST: Sibongile Tshabalala, the National Chairperson of the Treatment Action Campaign
So much homework, assignments and extra mural activities and so little time for our kids to be kids. I know many parents who have joined the chorus of complaints about kids drowning in homework and it’s not just the marathon study sessions every night or the extra mural activities, these parents say that there are also never ending assignments as well. On the Talking Point this morning we will discuss whether such activities allow children to come home from school and properly decompress and play and also if they have any negative or positive Impact on the development of our children...
GUEST: Dr Misheck Ndebele, Senior Lecturer in Educational Psychology at the Wits School Education
The current unemployment rate in SA sits at 27.2 percent in the second quarter of 2018 from 26.7 percent in the previous period. Today is the second day on the Jobs Summit. The Summit hopes to bring together government, business, labour, and community organisations to advance job creation. Research was conducted on what influences employees’ decisions to stay in jobs.
Our guest says she found from her research that while pay and profit are not irrelevant in employees’ decisions about work, overemphasizing monetary factors hid important motivators. Relationships were often a more significant factor than wages for decisions to accept, keep, or quit jobs.
GUEST: Christine Jeske (pronounced “Jess-key.) Assistant Professor of Anthropology, Wheaton College
SASSA SAYS IT WILL RESUME TALKS WITH TRADE UNION NEHAWU TODAY TO AVERT A PLANNED STRIKE. WORKERS AFFILIATED TO THE UNION ARE DEMANDING THAT THE BIOMETRIC ENROLMENT OF BENEFICIARIES BE SUSPENDED SINCE IS NOT PART OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION OF WORKERS, AND THAT JOB EVALUATIONS BE UNDERTAKEN IN GRANTS ADMINISTRATION.
GUEST: ZOLA SAPHETHA – NEHAWU’S GENERAL SECRETARY
For several decades, collective bargaining arrangements between trade unions and employers have operated on the majoritarian system. This simply means that where a trade union had more than 50% membership within a company or workplace, it had exclusive organizational rights such as access to company premises to meet with members, represent members, stop-order facilities for members’ subscriptions deductions as well as collective bargaining. This was codified in the Labour Relations Act of 1995 that favoured majority unions. However, in a recent case where a new minority union, SACOSWU, secured organizational rights within the Department of Correctional Services, the majority union, POPCRU objected and the case went all the way to the Constitutional Court which decided in favour of the minority union.
In today’s show we learn more about the case, the rationale for the Concourt’s decision and its implications for collective bargaining in South Africa.
With us to discuss this we have…
GUESTS:
- Mabu Tjatji - President of the South African Correctional Services Workers Union (SACOSWU)
The Ministry of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs has denied reports that task team investigating political killings in KwaZulu-Natal raided the Willowfountain home of Minister Zweli Mkhize. Ministry Spokesperson, Musa Zondi says the raid was aimed at a security guard at Mkhize's home, who has since been arrested according to reports. The operation formed part of an investigation into the role of private security companies in political killings in the province. For more on this we are now joined on the line by....
GUEST: Musa Zondi, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs And Clive Ndou, who is a reporter of the Natal Witness Newspaper
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed former central bank Governor, Tito Mboweni as finance minister. President Ramaphosa made the announcement yesterday. Former Finance Minister, Nhlanhla Nene had resigned over discrepancies in his accounts of meetings with the controversial Gupta family and his conflict of interest regarding his son. Does Tito Mboweni inspire confidence as finance minister?
GUEST: Deputy Editor at Financial Mail, Sikonathi Mantshantsha
Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini has announced a partnership with lobby group AfriForum. This cooperation aims to promote agriculture and ensure food security in the country. Both parties are strongly opposed to the expropriation of land without compensation. For more we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Kallie Kriel, CEO of AfriForum.
Time now for our African Perspective feature, today the spotlight is on Algeria, a gateway between Africa and Europe and one of the largest nation in Africa by area. Algeria has been battered by violence over the past half-century. After a century of rule by France, Algeria became independent in 1962. For more on the country we are now joined on the line by Unisa's Professor Touhami Mokrani, from the Department of Chemical Engineering
GUEST: Unisa's Professor Touhami Mokrani, from the Department of Chemical Engineering
We now analyze the current challenges faced in the South Africa's public transport sector and explore possible solution to overcome these challenges. We will also focus on the concerns about the impact a possible shutdown of Metrorail's services, what Impact this could have on commuters, the local economy, and road network. Joining us for this discussion is Ryan Ravens, CEO of Accelerate Cape Town, to elaborate on the economic importance of transportation. For now of discussion will be narrowed down to the transportation system in Cape Town, which Mr Ravens says is costing the economy...
GUEST: Ryan Ravens, CEO of Accelerate Cape Town
American Teacher of the Year Sydney Chaffee is a National Board Certified Teacher with a passion for helping diverse learners grow through authentic, relevant, interdisciplinary curricula. Chaffee believes that education is an essential tool to work towards social justice. She is an avid supporter of incorporating social justice into her teaching and encourages active collaboration and participation both inside the classroom and at home. How does she do this?
GUEST: American Teacher of the Year, Sydney Chaffee
At the recent Economic Forum session of the University of the Witwatersrand School of Construction Economics and Management, Dr Zweli Mkhize spoke about implementing a Municipal Recovery Programme working with the National Treasury as well as provincial government. He also spoke of the interventions the department is affecting and the Back2Basics programme.
GUEST : Honorable, Dr Zweli Mkhize, Minister of Cooperative Governance
The recent announcement of the new mining charter has highlighted a number of BEE changes including providing the community with 10% equity or the equity equivalent. The intention behind supporting the community with funds that go towards the upliftment and employment opportunities is commendable, but is it realistic? This is a question raised by Janine Espin. Janine Espin, MD at EDS Holdings feels that this could have a negative impact on the mining industry and the communities situated near the mines. Espin believes that more onerous legislation and compliance in addition to Social and Labour Plans (SLPs) can lead to further non-compliance as we are seeing with many mining houses.
GUEST: Janine Espin, MD at EDS Holdings, a company that provides economic development services designed to provide customised solutions to the Renewable Energy, Mining, Government and Corporate Sectors, GUEST: Mr Blessings Ramoba the President Mining Forum of South Africa
Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape has officially been renamed to Makhanda. In June this year, Arts and Culture Minister, Nathi Mthethwa announced a name change for Grahamstown in the Government Gazette. There have been 332 objections to the name change. Minister Mthethwa made a final determination on the name change last week Tuesday. For more on this, we are now joined on the line by the chief sub at News24, Glenn Bownes, who has written an opinion piece on "Why we should celebrate Grahamstown being renamed Makhanda".
GUEST: Glenn Bownes, the chief sub at News24, in Cape Town
Time now for our regular Friday Music Wind Down feature. Today we profile Swaziland born singer Nomzamo Dlamini, popularly known by her fans as Zamo. Zamo fell in love with music at the tender age of six. She joins us now in studio to tell us more about her musical journey and of course her latest project.
GUEST (In studio): Swaziland born singer Nomzamo Dlamini
As part of our Heritage as Africans we talk about the importance of getting our basics right in terms of nurturing future generations. What then happens when generations of men abdicate this important role? Can some of the social ills be attributed to this lack of mentoring? How important is it, for African boys to me mentored into manhood? What form should this process take? Culturally speaking – how did ancient generations groom young boys and what’s wrong with today’s methodology of doing things?
GUEST: Professor Mathole Motshekga, Chairperson and founder of the Kara Heritage Institute
Professor Cyril Nhlanhla Mbatha of Unisa's Graduate School of Business Leadership says some of the problems associated with the failure of South Africa's land reform projects are linked to limited market access for emerging Black farmers. Professor Mbatha says these problems will not go away unless they are systematically reviewed and replaced with workable strategies. He now joins us on the line to outline some key production and marketing strategies to be considered for emerging Black smallholders.
GUEST: Professor Cyril Nhlanhla Mbatha, of Unisa's Graduate School of Business Leadership
Appeals for help spread through social media following businessman SkinnySbu’s tweet where he said “HONESTLY I feel like giving up now - I've used all I have, sold my car to save the business…Things are not as fancy. I'M TIRED, I'M DRAINED, I'M JUST HERE” This morning we ask: As we encourage people to be entrepreneurs, are we also being realistic to the challenges and struggles that come with entrepreneurship? What is needed to support entrepreneurs in SA? Can everyone be an entrepreneur, what exactly does it take, where emotional intelligence and preparedness is concerned?
GUEST: Jabu Stone, who is the founder of Jabu Stone Natural Hair, a company which promotes natural hair care and pride in natural looks and heritage to Africans worldwide
According to Howard Feldman News24 columnist, speaker, and corporate workshop facilitator , Women in corporate South African have it tough. Black women more so. The double whammy of misogyny and racism (both probably more covert than overt) often places them in a more difficult position, says, a weekly Feldman notes that black women have it tough in walking the line between remaining true to their cultural upbringing, and global corporate expectations. But, he says, the empowerment of Black women in the boardroom should be prioritised, and for that to happen, honest discourse is an imperative.
Guest: Howard Feldman – News24 columnist, speaker, corporate workshop facilitator and author of Carry on Baggage and Tightrope
Today is World Teachers' Day, also known as International Teachers Day. Teachers Day is held annually on the fifth of October. Since its set up in 1994, the day celebrates the marking of the “teaching in Freedom" in 1996. In commemoration of this day we will look at the role of teacher unions in South Africa when it comes to issues pertaining to teachers. Are teaching unions in touch with the needs of teachers? What are they doing to prevent any form of violence committed against teachers by learners or any other member of society whilst performing their duties? And is the leadership of our teaching unions’ representative of most teachers?
GUEST: Nkosana Dolopi, who is the deputy general secretary, of South African Democratic Teachers Union
GUEST: Ted Townsend - Media Liaison Officer at the South African Teacher's Union
In an article he penned on how we can unlock Tourism as a key to unlocking economic growth, Sango Ntsaluba executive chairman of Amabubesi Investments (Pty) Limited says if we are deliberate in our efforts in taking advantage of the growing tourism wave, we need to start decentralizing tourism attractions to areas like Sharpeville in the Vaal, Egazini in Grahamstown (recently termed Makhanda) and Brandfort in the Free State, among others.
GUEST: Sango Ntsaluba - Executive chairman of Executive of NMT Capital He is also a founding member of Amabubesi Investments (Pty) Limited. He is also one of the founding members of Sizwe Ntsaluba Gobodo
Professor Nomboniso Gasa is of the view that State Capture goes much deeper and wider than these and affects the very quality of South African life and social fabric. It affected the capacity of departments to meet their obligations.
GUEST: Nomboniso Gasa is adjunct professor of public law and a senior research associate at the Centre for Law and Society at the University of Cape Town. Her work focuses on land, politics, gender and cultural issues
On the 8th December 2008, The President of the South African Youth Chamber of Commerce (SAYCC), Mr Thapelo Maleke launched the Young Women-in-Business Forum (YWBF) with an intention to accelerate the participation of Young Women in our country's economy. He envisioned a platform to connect, inspire and support influential Young Women Entrepreneurs who wanted to use business to create a values-driven and sustainable wealth.
GUEST: Tshegofatso Ndlovu – Secretary of the Young Women in business forum of the South African Youth Chamber of Commerce
Namibia's president has called for a change to the country's constitution to allow the government to expropriate land and re-distribute it. President Hage Geingob was speaking during a land conference in Windhoek. He has vowed to push ahead with land redistribution. He has also denied allegations that the land conference outcome has been predetermined. Take a listen…
NAMIBIA LAND And that is Namibia's president, Hage Geingob. That sound courtesy of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation. For more on this we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Kavena Hambira, chairperson of the Namibia Institute for Democracy, which is a non-partisan Think Tank.
Limpopo Health MEC, Phophi Ramathuba says the shortage of medicine at provincial health facilities is a disaster. She has blamed a new distribution system, introduced by the National Department of Health...
MEDICINE SHORTAGE LIMPOPO And that is Limpopo Health MEC, Phophi Ramathuba. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi...
GUEST: Dr Anban Pillay, Deputy Director General for Health Regulation and Compliance at the Department of Health
South Africa will host the Jobs Summit on 4 and 5 October 2018 as announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in his 2018 State of the Nation Address. The president highlighted that jobs, especially for the youth, will be at the centre of the 2018 national agenda. This morning we get input from two youth organisations, to get a perspective from them, what do they expect to come out, are they optimistic that the Jobs summit will bring about solutions to youth unemployment?
GUEST: Mr Sifiso Mtsweni, Executive Chairperson of the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA)
As the 2019 national election draws closer, service-delivery protests are increasing in local communities in a context of high joblessness, crime, a lack of economic growth and the rising cost of food and daily necessities. The CSDA tries to answer the question of “What influences political party preferences of South African voters in the run up to the 2019 elections? “ in a new nationally representative study to monitor the impact of socio-economic rights implementation on voter preferences. Is there a shift away from party loyalty and identification in voter preferences? Do socio-economic rights implementation, governance and corruption matter to South African voters?
GUEST: Professor Leila Patel, SA Research Chair in Welfare and Social Development and Director of the Centre for Social Development in Africa, University of Johannesburg
The ANC can no longer count on Cosatu to win elections, this according to Professor Steven Friedman, a professor of Political Studies at the University of Johannesburg. Professor Friedman says this isn't because its alliance partner; Cosatu, won't organize votes for the ANC but because it can't. For more on this he now joins me on the line....
GUEST: Professor Steven Friedman, a professor of Political Studies at the University of Johannesburg.
Senegal is a country on Africa’s west coast with a rich French colonial heritage and many natural attractions. Dakar, the capital, features the ancient Médina district and esteemed Musée Théodore Monod, displaying African art. Dakar is also known for its nightlife, centered on native mbalax music. Saint-Louis, formerly the capital of French West Africa, has an old town with colonial architecture
Guests: Talla Niang – Africa Diaspora Forum’s Vice-Chairperson West Africa
UNESCO in partnership with the Department of Basic Education, House of Traditional Leaders and Religious Leaders will be convening a Summit on the Inter-Ministerial Commitment on Upscaling Comprehensive Sexuality Education and Access to Sexual Reproductive Health Services for Adolescents and Young People in South Africa (The ESA Commitment). The Summit will address how best the religious and traditional sectors can partner with government and the United Nations Family to ensure South Africa meets the expected outcomes of the Commitment to strengthen the country’s response to HIV.
guest: Dr Archbishop Mbulelo Dyasi
Last week President Cyril Ramaphosa said taht his drive to drum up support for South Africa's ailing economy was warmly received by big business. This he said following meetings with business leaders and would be investors in New York. He also attended the United Nations General Assembly where he called for fair trade and economic practises.A number of initiatives aimed at injecting life into the country's ailing economy have been initiated, these include a stimulus package.
South Africans were introduced to the radical economic transformation back in February 2017, and was to be an ‘overhaul’ of the South African society.
Guest: Khulani Sikhosana - Pro black economist, cofounder of Vuka Darkie pro black lifestyle magazine; which entails editorial content such as science, history, introspection, art. Guest: Gatto (He doesn’t use a surname because that’s a colonial construct) – With Western Cape Shutdown communities Guest: Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief Economist at Econometrix
The Salvation Army says society is too complacent about dangers to children. Their comments follow the horrific rape of a 6-year old girl in a Dros restaurant in Pretoria. The Salvation Army says this highlights that society is not yet sufficiently aware of the dangers facing children and other vulnerable people. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Major Carin Holmes, Public Relations Secretary of the Southern Africa region of the Salvation Army
Every year in September South Africa commemorates National Albinism Awareness Month and. Last Week the Deputy Minister of Social Development, Mrs Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu currently chaired a two-day discussion on the plight of persons with albinism from, with today being the final day of the dialogue. In March and April 2018, Mrs Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu visited the Shabane and Mkhize families in Mpumalanga following the killing and mutilation of their children Gabisile and Xolani who were persons with albinism. The forms of discrimination faced by people with albinism are interrelated. Their right to education, for instance, is affected by various forms of stigma and discrimination which might force them to drop out of school. This past Saturday the Albinism Society of KZN celebrates academic achievements of people who have albinism. This as many children with albinism drop out of school. This morning we unpack what issues have been brought up and deliberated on at the dialogue?
GUEST: Deputy Minister of Social Development, Mrs Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu
Recently, the EFF Student Command (EFFSC) has won elections in three KwaZulu-Natal tertiary institutions, as Universities are holding student elections across the country. This morning we ask: What impact does student politics have of the larger political landscape in the country? What could this mean as we head into the 2019 National Elections? Has SASCO lost its relevance in the eyes of students? What of other student movements? What is it about the EFF student movement that is appealing to young people at different Universities in South Africa?
Guest: Political analyst Xolani Dube, founder of the Xubera Institute for Research and Development.
Following a recent incident where a 6 year old girl was raped at the Pretoria restaurant, there have been conversations on social media, with some news organisations have been slammed for failing to identify the alleged culprit – as well as for calling him an “alleged rapist”.
Does our society demonise and easily associate crime with anything black?
Guest: Pule Goqo - Brothers for life Ambassador Guest: Proffessor Kopano Ratele – Proffessor From the University of South Africa and researcher at the medical research council
Guest: Rebeccah Helman – PHD Student and Researcher at Unisa
Time now for our regular Friday Music feature the Friday Music Wind Down. Today the spot light is on Singer and Song writer, Nokuphiwa Mbatha popularly known as Lizwi Mbatha. She is a Durban based artist and fast becoming a South African Afro Tribal flag bearer in the global market. Her music is an Afro Tribal fusion of dance music and African Acoustics inspired by her unique and Zulu Ancestral background.
GUEST: Singer and Song writer, Nokuphiwa Mbatha popularly known as Lizwi Mbatha
What are the terms and conditions for complimenting a woman? In the patriarchal world we live in, the idea that women only exist to be pleasing to men, either physically or otherwise still exist. Where men cannot have an intellectual conversation with a woman, impressed with their contribution, but add that ‘they are beautiful’. When and how should compliments be made?
GUESTS: Bishop Joshua Maponga - Cultural Activist, Writer, fighter of spiritual colonialism and Author of ‘Women in the Kitchen’
The traditional role of museums is to collect objects and materials of cultural, religious and historical importance, preserve them, research into them and present them to the public for the purpose of education. This morning we discuss the importance of transforming Museums in SA, and the role they have, on how society understands, experiences and sees itself, through heritage and history?
Guest: Lebo Mashile – Poet and Performer
Afriforum says President Cyril Ramaphosa is blatantly lying to the world when he says that there are no farm murders and land grabs in South Africa. Afriforum says they will expose Ramaphosa's lies by sending names of farm murder victims and examples of land grabs to him and the international community. Take a listen to the following clip of Ramaphosa's media conference in New York.... GUEST: Ernst Roets - Who is the Deputy Ceo of Afriforum
The charter is part of an affirmative action drive that aims to reverse decades of black exclusion from the mainstream economy. Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe says the release of the mining charter is a consensus of all stakeholders. The revised charter proposes that existing mining rights holder keep their BEE status in the event their black partners exit from the deal.
Guest: Mr Musa Mabuza – Chairperson of the mining Charter Drafting team. GUEST : Ian Cruickshanks, a chief economist at the South African Institute of Race Relations. GUEST: Xhanti Payi, an economist at Nascence Advisory
Lesotho's opposition parties have pulled out of the SADC recommended reform process. They are demanding that the government set aside the suspension of the Chief Justice. Former South African deputy chief justice Dikgang Moseneke, appointed by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to represent him in Lesotho. Ramaphosa is the SADC facilitator in Lesotho. The reforms are intended to amend the constitution and other laws towards stability, following years of political and security upheavals.
guest: Sofonea Shale - coordinator for development for peace education
The United Nations General Assembly laughed after U.S President, Donald Trump claimed his "administration has accomplished more than almost any administration in the history" of the United States. Trump told the assembly he was sharing the "extraordinary progress" of his administration, two years after taking office. Take a listen... GUEST: Thebe Ikalafeng, Founder and Chairman of Brand Africa and Brand Leadership. Thebe is also a Global African brand and Reputation Architect, Advisor and Author.
The emergence of a growing community of women entrepreneurs has been a significant economic and social development across the globe. According to a report by SEDA 80% of women entrepreneurs are involved in the informal sector compared to 65 per cent of their male counterparts. Although this represents a significant percentage, there is limited literature available on female entrepreneurs in the informal sector in South Africa.
Guest: Abira Akoob - completed MBL at unisa graduate school of business leadership
We look at the impact of China’s growing influence in Africa, asking – is it a good thing or a bad thing?
Guest: Professor David Monyae, Senior Political based at the University of Johannesburg
On Tuesday this week when addressing the United Nations General Assembly, President Cyril Ramaphosa called for the reform of the United Nations, particularly its Security Council. He went on to say that South Africa would like to see the Security Council increased to 15 members and for Africa to have two permanent members on the council since most conflicts happen on the African continent.
Guest: Aziz Pahad, former Deputy Minister of Foreign
Many recruitment agencies advertise jobs on the internet nowadays. However, not all of these agencies are legit. Many of them are scams by illegal recruiters designed to exploit job seekers. How then does one spot a fake recruitment agency?
GUESTS: Jake Willis - CEO at Lulaway
A judge declared Bill Cosby a "sexually violent predator" on Tuesday as a first step toward sentencing the 81-year-old comedian for drugging and sexually assaulting a woman over a decade ago. A study by Arizona State University researchers, published in 2014 in the journal Criminal Justice Studies, found that in the federal court system, judges gave older offenders a "senior citizen discount" when it came to jail time. After Bill Cosby's recent conviction in a Montgomery County, Pennsylvania court on three counts of aggravated indecent assault, Under the law, he could receive as much as 30 years in prison, although some people has suggested that due to his age, he should not be given a long jail term.
Guest: Advocate Bronwyn Pithey- Women’s Legal Centre, she also runs the Violence against women programme
Out of the top 100 economies in the World, shockingly 63 are transnational corporations (TNC’s). One source of the power of corporations is the parallel economic and legal jurisdictions they have carved out for themselves in tax havens where they park their profits out of the reach of state taxes and other regulators. The practices of transfer pricing, base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) constitute the biggest proportion of the illicit financial flight (IFF) from economies like South Africa, where mining remains a significant sector. Guest: Dr Dick Forslund – Alternative Information & Development Centre (AIDC) Economist and researcher guest: zwelinzima vavi
In his last address as president, Sdumo Dlamini has mentioned several achievements by Cosatu, telling delegates to be proud of having successfully fought the battle to introduce the national minimum wage. We look back at his legacy as the president of Cosatu. He joins Bongi Gwala in studio. Your questions for him?
guest: Sdumo Dlamini – Former President of Cosatu
National Anthem of Tunisia
Tunisia is a country located between Algeria and Libya on the southern coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Since the Tunisian uprising, its economy has greatly suffered, particularlyits Tourism sector. In December 2010, protests against the Ben Ali regime escalated when a street vendor, Mohamed Bouazizi, set himself on fire after being humiliated by a government official. This morning we learn more about the country and get to know more about the people of the country, their cultures, and traditions. Guest: Adnene Fhima – Medical Doctor by profession, member of the African Diaspora Forum and a member of the South African-Tunisia Health Corporation
The Department of Trade and Industry together with Productivity SA CEO, Mr Mothunye Mothiba will take the campaign to commemorate 20 years of productivity improvement by the Workplace Challenge Programme to the people of Gauteng at an event to be held this coming Thursday. The Workplace Challenge Programme is a 24 month programme implemented in South African enterprises to improve the productivity of the companies thereby ensuring sustainability of jobs. The Workplace Challenge Programme is a programme of the dti and is managed Productivity SA. To unpack more about the campaign, we are joined by…
On Tuesday last week‚ Zingiswa Losi became the first woman president of trade union federation Cosatu after she was nominated for the post unopposed. She joins us this morning to articulate her vision and also to talk about the struggles faced by the working class.
Guest: Zingiswa Losi, President of Cosatu
In the lead up to Shaka Day this morning we commemorate Sigidi kaSenzangakhona commonly known as Shaka Zulu, who was a great Zulu king and conqueror. King Shaka's Day celebrations which were scheduled for this past Sunday (23 Sept 18) were been postponed following the death of Prince Butho, one of King Goodwill Zwelithini KaBhekuzulu's sons. The event will now be held on September 29. Joining me for this discussion is Shandu KaNdaba, who is a Social Commentator. Shandu will share things not commonly known about Shaka Zulu...
GUEST: Shandu KaNdaba, who is a Social Commentator.
Former Reserve Bank governor, Professor Tito Mboweni caused an uproar on social media after speaking English during an interview on an SABC radio station Munghana Lonene. People on Twitter were angry that Mr Mboweni, who is Tsonga speaking, spoke English on a radio station that caters for people who speak Xitsonga. Tito Mboweni has since threatened to quit Twitter saying that it is an abuse platform. We are now joined on the line by a journalist at the Business Insider South Africa, Bombi Mavundza, who is Xitsonga speaking and says "besides representation, our languages matter and we all owe it to ourselves to continuously show pride".
Time now for our regular Friday feature the Friday Music Wind Down. Today we profile the Umkhumbane Jazz Ensemble. This is a musical Jazz group from Durban, Kwa Zulu Natal, formed out of musical influences of 'Umkhumbane Settlement', known as Cato Manor. Some of the band members join me now, here at the Durban ICC…
GUESTS AT DURBAN ICC STUDIO:
GUEST: Bheki Luthuli - Who is a popular Trumpeter
guest: Thulani nzama - head of business support for tourism and market unit for the ethekwini municipality
Priven has the most amazing story of going from a car guard earning R50 a day, ten years ago, to now being worth 4.8 Billion Rand. His story has spread hope far and wide across the world - he joins us this morning to share his success story.
GUEST (JHB studio): Priven Reddy, CEO of Kagiso Interactive States
The Fourth Industrial Revolution has created anxiety over job loss; workers fear they will be replaced by the rise of artificial intelligence. Will human beings be replaced by robots and computers which can perform many human jobs? Is the Fourth Industrial Revolution a source of personal concern? The impact of this Revolution will undoubtedly be substantial, but whether it's largely positive or negative still remains to be seen. This morning we are in conversation with Frans Baleni, a Member of the University of Johannesburg Council and a former general secretary of the Union of Mineworkers. Baleni says never before has it become so compelling for organised labour to stand up with one voice and participate in shaping the Fourth Industrial Revolution...
GUEST: Frans Baleni, a Member of the University of Johannesburg Council and a former general secretary of the Union of Mineworkers
The Moerane Commission's report has found that more of the political killings in KwaZulu-Natal are mostly within each party and are linked to tenders. Premier Willies Mchunu released the report in the provincial Legislature in Pietermaritzburg yesterday. The Commission investigated the underlying causes of political related killings in KwaZulu-Natal since 2011. Premier Mchunu says collective effort is needed to curb political killings in the province…
GUEST: Mary de Haas, an Independent researcher and violence monitor: GUEST: Protas Madlala, a political analyst
GUEST: We speak to Connie Ferguson, a South African award winning actress, producer and entrepreneur best known for her roles of Karabo Moroka in Generations, Dr. Lerato Molefe in Soul City, Marang Lebone in The Wild, Mavis Mabaso in Rockville and Harriet Khoza in The Queen. She was the first South African actress to launch a fragrance line in 2008, and currently has a body care line for men and women simply named Connie and Connie Men, available at all major retailers nationwide and a select African countries
Should Chapter 9 institutions merge for efficiency? We are now in conversation with Advocate Aubrey Sedupane, who is an admitted advocate of the high court, who says Chapter 9 institutions are too fragmented to make the desired impact, which is to see the achievement of human rights and unity.
GUEST: Advocate Aubrey Sedupane, who is an admitted advocate of the high court
We are now in conversation with Elinor Sisulu, who is a Zimbabwean-born South African writer and human rights activist. She is a graduate of the University of Zimbabwe (1977 – 1980); the United Nations Institute for Economic Planning and Development (IDEP) in Dakar, Senegal (1981) and the Institute of Social Studies in The Hague, Netherlands (1985) She worked as an academic researcher in the Ministry of Labour in Zimbabwe (1980 – 87) before moving to Lusaka, Zambia where she worked for the International Labour Organization’s Lusaka Office on assistance to the liberation movements ANC, PAC and SWAPO (1987 – 1990)
Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba met his Lesotho counterpart, Tsukutla Au, to discuss introducing free movement between the countries. The meeting saw an announcement of sweeping changes to be introduced ahead of the festive season and beyond. To elaborate further on the new Travel changes, we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Rika Anker, who is the Head of Ports of Entry at the Department of Home Affairs.
The ANC is not on trial at the commission of inquiry into state capture, this according to the ANC's head of the presidency at Luthuli House, Zizi Kodwa. He says the ANC has never condoned corruption and sees the Commission as an opportunity to send a clear message to the country that corruption has no place in our democratic order. For more on this, he now joins us on the line…
GUEST: Zizi Kodwa, the ANC's head of the presidency at Luthuli House
Time now for our Youth Employment feature, we now speak to co-founder and chief executive of SweepSouth, Aisha Pandor who says the youth need to create businesses that would impact on unemployment, access to quality education and social cohesion, in order to improve the country. Ms Pandor was speaking at the Africa Travel Summit, which took place in Langa, Cape Town, last week. According to Stats SA, the national youth unemployment rate is approximately 40%, most being graduates. On the Talking Point this morning, we are asking you: How can the youth change the high rate of unemployment?
GUEST: Aisha Pandor, co-founder and chief executive of SweepSouth, a national home cleaning service.
GUEST: Mr Vivien Reddy, the CEO of Edison Power Group. He is one of the speakers at the Business Fair and he will be talking about "The art of running a profitable and sustainable business". Reddy will do the interview at 10h45 to unpack about the topic
In 2011 we witnessed the Arab Spring in several countries of the Middle East. This saw the masses rise up against dictatorships and repressive regimes in their struggles for democracy. Long before and during the uprisings, workers and their trade unions played a major role in this struggle. Today as we know, other than Tunisia, those struggles for democracy was defeated and setback with repression even worse than before in the Middle East. Egypt is back under harsh military rule, Libya is in a constant civil war, Libya’s civil war continues with the country nearly destroyed and over half its population living as refugees in other countries. The people of Yemen are facing famine and disease due to the assaults by the Saudi regime. In today’s show we take a closer look at the situation of workers and their rights in the Middle East.
GUEST: Dr Adam Hanieh, a Senior Lecturer at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), at University of London and author of "Lineages of Revolt: Issues of Contemporary Capitalism in the Middle East"(Book was written in 2012).
Four Eskom power plants have fewer than 10 days of coal. Is load shedding eminent? For more, we now speak to Eskom's Spokesperson, Khulu Phasiwe
GUEST: Eskom's Spokesperson, Khulu Phasiwe
South Africans come off second best as politicians play havoc with coalitions", this according to Dr Joleen Steyn Kotze, a senior research specialist in Democracy, Governance and Service Delivery at the Human Science Research Council. Coalitions have proven to be volatile and unstable, most notably in Nelson Mandela Bay. Dr Kotze says it is a serious state of affairs, if political parties cannot work together, passing resolutions and agreeing on developmental priorities. For more she now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Dr Joleen Steyn Kotze, a senior research specialist in Democracy, Governance and Service Delivery at the Human Science Research Council and a Research Fellow Centre for African Studies at the University of the Free State.
On the 19th of June we profiled Ethiopia on our African Perspectives feature. Ethiopia, which is nestled in the volatile Horn of Africa region, is Africa's oldest independent country and is the second largest in terms of population. Joining us to share more about they beauty and culture of the country, was Hailey Shamebo - Who is a businessman and political activist. Speaking to Bongi Gwala about what is special about Ethiopia,in particular Haile Selassie, this is what he has to say… Guest: Ambassador Professor Iqbal Jhazbhay is a Full Professor at the University of South Africa. Served for four years and six months as South Africa's Ambassador to the State of Eritrea. Currently, completing a book with the title: Why Has the Eritrean State Not Collapsed?
The Durban Business Fair (DBF) this year is celebrating its 20 year long journey as the only government programme in the country, that focuses on creating opportunities for local businesses to be discovered by potential clients, to be informed about enterprise development and support opportunities, and how they can run their businesses more profitably and sustainably. To create a conducive platform where SMMEs can be discovered and interact with potential clients in big business, government, international trade, general and communities. Exhibitors also get the opportunity to gain access to various support mechanisms, information and opportunities that exist in government, private sector and amongst themselves guest: Mr philip sithole - deputy city manager -economic development and planning clustr
Standard Bank's head of compliance, Ian Sinton says one of the bank's chief executives was summoned to Luthuli House to explain its decision to terminate Gupta-linked bank accounts. Sinton says the meeting was attended by former ANC secretary-general Gwede Mantashe, his deputy Jessie Duarte, and the party's economic transformation sub-committee head Enoch Godongwana. Sinton says he and Standard Bank management were accused of taking instructions from handlers in Stellenbosch to close the Gupta accounts. Sinton was testifying at the Commission of Inquiry into State Capture in Parktown, Johannesburg yesterday. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Director of the Centre for Constitutional Rights, Phephelaphi Dube
According to an Open ed penned by Africa Practice on the recent declarations of investment and support to Africa by eastern and western powers “All these countries, despite their divergent interests, seem to understand one thing: the future of their nations is linked to the partnerships they forge in Africa today” But is Africa getting the best deal out of this? Are we getting what we need as a continent?
Guest: Roddy Barclay, Director of Intelligence & Analysis at Africa Practice
The Minister of Labour, Mildred Oliphant, will today (17 September 2018), officially launch training programmes aimed at creating jobs in the aviation, maritime commercial diving and agricultural sectors. The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) through its Labour Activation Programmes has set aside R22 million for the three projects for beneficiaries. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Teboho Maruping, Commissioner of the Unemployment Insurance Fund
As we continue to commemorate the death of Steve Biko, we have still, discussions around mental slavery, psychological emancipation of the black mind. Last week we had a discussion with Ntate Strike about the black consciousness movement, and spoke about what Biko and his colleagues envisioned with the ideology. One of the key objectives of SASO was to address what they termed black people s inferiority complex. GUEST (Studio): Luyanda Jafta is co-Founder of The People’s Fund; an asset crowd funding platform that is disrupting the financial inclusion landscape in South Africa by allowing everyday people the ability to buy into developing businesses and the small businesses giving them a return GUEST (Studio): Siphesihle Tshabalala – Author of Searching My Africa, a young activist and speaker on African spirituality and medical cosmology GUEST (On The Phone): Kolosa Ntombini - Holds a BSc in environmental and geographical sciences from the University of South Africa, she is currently pursuing her honours, and is passionate about decolonosing and shaping the geography field as an aspiring academic.
The Global Campaign for Education say they are concerned about a new proposed initiative the Education Outcomes Fund. The 'Education Outcomes Fund' seeks to raise $1 billion to scale up proven and / or innovative services from non-State actors by paying for the results achieved. The Global Campaign for Education says while they acknowledge the global education crisis and the need for a radical shift in financing education, the commodification of this basic human right deflects from achieving inclusive quality education for all.
GUEST: Chikezie Anyanwu, Spokesperson for the Global Campaign for Education
A spike in international oil prices and a huge swing in the Rand/US dollar exchange rate have combined to predict a knockout blow at the pumps at the end of September, according to the Automobile Association. On the other hand, the People Against Petrol and Paraffin Price Increases have vowed to intensify its fight against the raising prices of fuel. So this morning we are asking you – How can we reduce fuel prices?
GUEST: People Against Petrol Price Increase (Pappi) national convenor, Visvin Reddy GUEST: Spokesperson for Automobile Association, Layton Beard
One day, when young boys grow up, they may well be fathers. Pushing a pram and holding a baby as a father. There have been conversations that girls are more ready to be mother because they have ha practice to be mothers, as they play with dolls, prams, and kitchen toys in their young age. Should we not be affording boys the same practice?
GUEST: Mbuyiselo Botha – Gender Activist whose interest is working with men and boys, he happens to work at the Commission for Gender Equality as a commissioner.
The South African Human Rights Commission recently held a two-day inquiry into the alleged sale of "fake" or expired food at foreign-owned shops. This follows incidents of looting and unrest in Soweto and surrounding townships following allegations of the sale of fake and expired goods by foreign owned shops. Following careful assessment of the reports and site visit to Soweto, the Commission held an inquiry as part of its investigation into the possible human rights violations…
GUEST: Buang Jones, the Gauteng Provincial Manager at the South African Human Rights Commission
The 17 - 21 September 2018 is a National Wills Week. The week is an initiative which aims to educate members of the public about the importance of drafting a Will and to support them by drafting free Wills during this period. For more on the event we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Advocate Wendy Sithole, Assistant Master at the Department of Justice
Former President Jacob Zuma says the South African state has not been captured. Addressing SASCO members at the Walter Sisulu University in the Eastern Cape, Zuma said the judiciary, the legislature and the executive are not captured GUEST: Advocate Gary Pienaar, Research Manager with the Democracy, Governance and Service Delivery at the Human Sciences Research Council
The LGBTI business summit which was held on 11 September in Johannesburg was said to put LGBTI agenda for economic empowerment. The summit was convened by the PLUS LGBTI business network, which aims to make a strong business case for the economic inclusion of LGBTI people and to open up new business and other economic empowerment opportunities. PLUS is an initiative of the Other Foundation, which is an African trust that advances equality and freedom in southern Africa with a particular focus on sexual orientation and gender identity.
GUEST : Sim Tshabalala - A board member of PLUS and member of the steering committee for the Business Summit
The chairperson of the judicial commission of inquiry into state capture, Deputy Chief Justice Raymond Zondo, is expected to deliver his decision on applications for leave to cross-examine witnesses in Parktown, Johannesburg, today.
GUEST: Dr Llewellyn Curlewis, a senior lecturer in criminal and procedural law at the University of Pretoria
In conversation with the newly elected president of the National Teachers Union, Allan Thompson. He will tell us about their 100th anniversary celebrations and also discuss teachers’ salaries, violence in schools and the current state of public schools in general.
GUEST: Mr Allan Thompson, newly elected president of the National Teachers Union (NATU)
It's been over 66 years since 20 000 women of all races marched to Pretoria's Union Buildings on 9 August 1956, to present a petition against the carrying of passes by women. This year around 2 000 women also marched to the Union Buildings to protest against oppression, gender inequality and gender-based violence. Yesterday marked the 41st anniversary of the death of Black Consciousness Movement leader - Stephen Bantu Biko. We continue commemorating the struggle hero by looking at the Importance and Impact of women's leadership and also examine why the old generation is not supporting young women of today...
GUEST: Manku Noruka, Azapo Secretary for Environment
Gauteng MEC for Education, Panyaza Lesufi says Career guidance is the key to economic development. This as youth unemployment and poverty becomes the most serious problems facing the country and, while, ironically, along with this unemployment, we are facing a growing shortage of appropriate skills. MEC Lesufi says this is why the delivery of career guidance is central to a person's career development.
GUEST: Gauteng MEC for Education, Panyaza Lesufi
On the 20th of September, the national launch of the Constitutional Values and Principles will take place at UNISA. Recently the Public Service Commission In Limpopo Launched The Constitutional Values And Principles. The Public Service Commission (PSC) is mandated by the Constitution to amongst others; promote the Constitutional Values and Principles governing public administration as set out in Section 195 of the Constitution, throughout the Public Service. This morning we unpack the importance of the of these launches, and unpack how they will impact on public servants? Will this strengthen the PSC’s mandate to investigate, monitor, and evaluate the organisation and administration of the Public Service?
GUEST: Public Service Commissioner, Phumelele Nzimande
Last week the country witnessed two workplace disasters, one in Cape Town and the other in the Johannesburg that saw the horrific deaths of eleven workers. Eight workers died in the explosion at the arms factory, Rhein-metall Denel in Somerset West and three fire-fighters lost their lives, ironically in the building that housed the Gauteng Department of Health in Johannesburg. In today’s labour show we unpack why this happened, whether it could have been prevented and whether workers’ lives are taken seriously in South Africa?
GUEST: The Department of Labour's chief inspector, Tibor Szana GUEST: Dennis George, the General Secretary of Federation of Union South Africa, FEDUSA
This coming weekend, Zimbabwe's opposition party the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) is planning to inaugurate leader Nelson Chamisa as the “people’s president” this as part of their 19th anniversary celebrations.
GUEST: Maynard Manyowa, Political analyst
This morning we speak to the Wife of anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko and mother of two of his children Nkosinathi Biko and Samora Biko. Mrs. Ntsiki Biko was a member of the Black Consciousness Movement and was steadfast and courageous during some of apartheid’s most repressive years. Currently she works in King William’s Town running her own business while continuing the legacy of her husband as a trustee of the Steve Biko Foundation. In her role there, Mrs. Biko focuses on leadership development along with the health and social development of local communities, much like her husband Biko did, after he was expelled from medical school, where he worked for the Black Community Programmes (BCP) which included education, health and welfare projects. Today we get to know a bit more about role that she played, particularly in the rise of Steve Biko.
GUEST: Strike Thokoane, president of the Azanian People's Organisation (AZAPO)
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature, the African Perspective. Every Tuesday we profile an African country and provide an overview of that specific country, including key events and facts about it. Today the spotlight is on Lesotho, which is known as the Mountain Kingdom. Since the Neolithic Period, the mountain kingdom was the domain of Khoisan-speaking hunter-gatherers. In the 19th century the Sotho, led by Moshoeshoe took control of the region. It remained independent until it became a British protectorate. For more on the country we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST : SABC reporter, Nthakoana Ngatane
Peter Tosh was a Jamaican reggae musician. Along with Bob Marley and Bunny Wailer, he was one of the core members of the band the Wailers (1963–1976), after which he established himself as a successful solo artist and a promoter of Rastafari.
GUEST: Mike Masina - former executive mayor of Steve Tshwete Local Municipality and now Executive director GK Steel and mining company
Every year on September 9th, International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day is observed. According to statistics, South Africa is currently leading globally with a FAS prevalence of 6-29%. Out of 187 countries, rates of 111 per 1,000 people are born with the condition in South Africa. The 9-9-9 Campaign against Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), championed by the Deputy Minister of Social Development, aims to create awareness about the dangers associated with consuming alcohol during pregnancy. This is in line with the mandate of the Department of Social Development (DSD) to lead in the implementation of innovative prevention programmes to achieve the vision of a society free of drug abuse as set in the National Drug Master Plan.
Guest: Deputy Minister of Social Development, Mrs Hendrietta Bogopane-Zulu
Electricity costs in South Africa remain a huge challenge. The Government is hard at work to find a solution and through the Integrated Resource Plan have put forward suggestions on how tariffs can be managed better in the future. Some energy experts have called for the introduction of new players in the energy sector. This morning we are in conversation with SENER, a global engineering and construction leader with a focus on the Southern African energy sector about innovative technology in the energy sector and to offer energy wise solutions...
GUEST: Siyabonga Mbanjwa, who is SENER’s Regional Managing Director in Southern Africa
Does South Africa's current policy frustration with land reform warrant a constitutional amendment to allow for expropriation of land without compensation? We speak to political analysts, Ralph Mathekga who says no, and that South Africa should avoid amending its constitution whenever they run into policy difficulties. He now joins us on the line to elaborate on the true cost of changing the Constitution…
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga is a Fellow at the South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) and Chair of the African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy at the University of Johannesburg and author of "When Zuma Goes and Ramaphosa's Turn".
The challenges facing countries with developing economies can be staggering and South Africa is no exception. Current solutions are no longer adequate to meet the multi-dimensional social, technological and economic challenges. In this context, does Science hold the answers to unprecedented opportunities for rapid social progress and what values should support its development?
GUEST: Dr Molapo Qhobela, the CEO of the National Research Foundation
After releasing his fifth album, Vusi Nova joins us to talk about his musical career. He has done numerous collaborations with a number of musicians and opened for a number of international artists that have both shaped and inspired him throughout his career.
GUEST: Vusi Nova, South African Afro-Soul singer
According to a recruitment expert, men need to be more involved at home to ensure women are more included in workplace and in general economic growth. He went on to say” The unemployment statistics have not deterred job-hungry women, 50% more women actively searching for job, compared to their male counterparts. With two out of three (Lulaway) job seekers (66%) being females, it is clear that there is a disproportionately large number of young females seeking work. All of this is because women have more family responsibilities compared to men. GUEST: Jake Willis who is a CEO at Lulaway
According to the available data, approximately 11.6 out of every 100 000 people across all age groups in South Africa commit suicide. However, the risk of suicide is at its highest among individuals between the ages of 15 and 24. Guest: Charity Mkone - Clinical Psychologist with SADAG
The South African Police Service this week held a Crime Detection Conference. On Wednesday, General Khehla Sithole revealed that the SAPS plans to establish a crime detection academy, as police intensify crime fighting efforts in response to criminal networks reigning terror.
GUEST: Lieutenant General Lebeoana Tsumane – Head of Crime Detection in the SAPS
Anti-apartheid activist, Stephanie Kemp joins us now in studio today to discuss her autobiography; "The making of An Afrikaner Revolutionary in the South African Liberation Struggle". The autobiography speaks about the beginnings of her life in Steynsburg, in the Karroo, where she grew up in a conservative white Afrikaner family. Stephanie became resistant to Afrikaans and subsequently refused to speak it. She became politicized at a very young age and played a part in the liberation struggle...
GUEST : Anti-apartheid activist, Stephanie Kemp
According to Corruption Watch, It is important that those incentives are linked to successful enforcement/conclusion of cases and that there be mechanisms in place to prevent any abuse of such an incentive scheme.
GUEST: Leanne Govindsamy - Head of Corruption Watch’s legal and investigation unit
The judicial commission of Inquiry into allegations of state capture is scheduled to continue in Parktown, Johannesburg, today. Several people implicated in testimonies by former ANC MP Vytjie Mentor and former deputy finance minister Mcebisi Jonas have applied to cross-examine them. Meanwhile Zuma's lawyers say they have not made the request as they believe Zuma has not been criminally implicated. So will the cross-examine have any bearing on the outcome of the Inquiry, to answer this we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Dr Llewellyn Curlewis, a senior lecturer in criminal and procedural law at the University of Pretoria
Recently the Seed Academy reveals the State of Entrepreneurship in South Africa after surveying more than 1000 entrepreneurs across the county. The results indicate that entrepreneurs are not thriving and dramatically more needs to be done to improve SA’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. What other revelations came from the survey? What GUEST: Donna Rachelson, CEO of Seed Academy
Mamphela Ramphele, the co-founder of ReimagineSA, has written an article on how to "Spring cleaning our democratic institutions". In the article she speaks about the growing consensus in our society that our social ills can only be tackled in a sustainable way by creating an environment that promotes greater consciousness about who we are as citizens and our right to demand ethical leadership at the personal, professional and political levels. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Mamphela Ramphele, the co-founder of ReimagineSA
Chinese President Xi Jinping has said future Sino-African cooperation should focus on young people. A trade facilitation initiative to increase imports from Africa was also on the cards, including 50 000 government scholarships and 50 000 training opportunities for seminars and workshops. How will the ‘proposed’ programmes and initiatives benefit Africa, and what exactly are they? Do they speak to what respective African countries need in terms of skills?
China intended to bring 200 young Africans to the country for a skills exchange programme.
GUEST: Sanusha Naidoo – Senior research Associate based with the Institute for Global Dialogue GUEST: Tessa Dooms – A member of the National Planning Commission tasked with youth development and the managing Director of Youth Lab, a dynamic youth-led policy think tank that mainstreams youth perspectives on policy issues through interaction, knowledge sharing and capacity development GUEST: Thapelo Maleke: President of the SA Youth Chamber of Commerce (SAYCC)
"A third of Nigerians want to emigrate‚ but not to South Africa", this according to research by Afrobarometer. The pan-African research network found that 30 percent want to seek greener pastures on other shores. For more we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Sibusiso Nkomo, Afrobarometer Communications Coordinator for Southern Africa Institute for Justice and Reconciliation
In recent months we've had a spate of labour disputes that ended up in the Constitutional Court where employers found themselves on the losing side. Similarly, trade union NEHAWU has issued several media statements expression their dissatisfaction with employers of state bodies. In today's show we take a closer look at employers’ behaviour and assess whether indeed there is a trend of them defying labour law.
GUEST: Zwelinzima Vavi is the general secretary of the SA Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu)
We now shift our focus to the 12th Annual Smart Procurement World Indaba. The event focuses on the role procurement and supply chain management can play in times where economic growth is slow and legislative initiatives have impacted procurement, which normally takes place in three cities, namely Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. For more on the Smart Procurement World Indaba, we are joined on the line by....
GUESTS (in studio): Keshni Reddy, Head of Commercial Smart Procurement (A Division of Commerce Edge)
GUESTS (in studio): Dr Ntombi Valencia Khumalo, MMC for Corporate and Shared Services, at the City of Johannesburg
South Africa has officially entered a technical recession. The country's economy experienced its first technical recession since 2009, after gross domestic product contracted 0.7 percent in the second quarter. So what does this recession entail for ordinary citizens? To answer this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief Economist at Econometrix
We start feature with National Anthem of Rwanda Songs: Massamba Arihehe Rwanda is a land-locked country located in the central part of Africa. Many times when we speak of Rwanda, it’s in regards to the genocide, where from April through June 1994, the U.N. estimates that 800,000 Rwandans were brutally slaughtered by fellow citizens in a state-led genocide targeting the Tutsi ethnic group. But what more is there to the country? The Music, the people, the traditions…
GUEST: Ms Tali Nates - Founder and director of the Johannesburg Holocaust & Genocide Centre.
We now in conversation with the Lungelo Lethu Human Rights Foundation, which has been leading the fight against horrific scandals of housing fraud and evictions in South Africa. The Foundation say housing fraud is being perpetrated by syndicates which include four major banks, estate agents and others involved in property development…
GUEST: King Sibiya of the Lungelo Lethu Human Rights Foundation
The Democratic Alliance claims the Gauteng provincial government has received 200 new claims for compensation from families of Life Esidimeni patients. DA Gauteng health spokesperson Jack Bloom says the new claims were revealed by Thabo Masebe‚ premier David Makhura's spokesperson‚ at a meeting last week of the Gauteng Legislature's Oversight Committee on the Premier's Office and Legislature...
GUEST: DA Gauteng health spokesperson, Jack Bloom GUEST: Thabo Masebe‚ Premier David Makhura's spokesperson
Two regional structures of the ANC in the North West, say the decision to disband the party's provincial executive committee was a pre-determined move by the national leadership. Both the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati and Kenneth Kaunda regions believe the decision was influenced by factional tendencies. The party's national leadership disbanded the PEC last week after a special NEC meeting in Cape Town. Meanwhile, Job Mokgoro has been announced convenor of a Provincial Task Team (PTT), which will be set up and announced today.
GUEST: Prof. Andre Duvenhage - Political analyst from North West University GUEST: Gaolathlwe Kgabo - Regional Secretary for the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati region
The crippling financial woes at the SABC are set to cause a jobs bloodbath that will see more than 800 employees retrenched this according to reports by the Sunday World newspaper. For clarity on the matter we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Neo Momodu, the SABC's Group Executive of corporate affairs and marketing
Speaking on Sunday at the annual commemoration for police officers who died on duty – Minister of Police, Bheki Cele said killing a police officer should become a “crime against the state and should be equal to treason”. What do you make of this – do you agree with him?
GUEST: Richard Mamabolo, Popcru national spokesperson
International reports are suggesting that the crisis in Cameroon and particularly in the Southern Cameroon’s Ambazonia has worsened. The country’s leader of the Ambazonian Governing Council Dr. Cho Ayaba is currently visiting South Africa to meet with compatriots in a series of conferences and gatherings in Johannesburg and Cape Town to create awareness about the injustices that are taking place in Southern Cameroon.
GUEST (studio): Dr. Cho Ayaba, Front Line leader of the Ambazonian Governing Council
The ANCYL recently held a national executive committee meeting to assess preparations and state of readiness for the national congress. The African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) announced that it will hold its 26th National Congress to elect new leadership from 18 to 21 October at Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg. ANCYL treasurer-general Reggie Nkabinde and KwaZulu-Natal ANCYL provincial secretary Thanduxolo Sabela have thrown their names in the hat for the position of the ANCYL president. GUEST (In studio): Thanduxolo Sabelo, Provincial Secretary of the ANC Youth League in KwaZulu-Natal
Still I Rise Poem by Maya Angelou
Rowena Baird started her broadcasting career in the mid 1980’s at Radio BOP. For the past few years she has been a part of the SAfm family. She has been living, for the past two years, with stage 4 colon cancer. After her diagnosis with colon cancer, she has become the unofficial ambassador for cancer, sharing her story with the listeners of SAfm, as well as her journey with cancer. This morning she joins us for an update on that journey
GUEST: Rowena Baird – Presenter of the Weekend Fix on SAfm
The ANC Study Group on Public Works has welcomed the withdrawal of the Expropriation Bill by the Portfolio Committee on Public. The committee withdrew the bill due to the parliamentary process of reviewing section 25 of the constitution, dealing with expropriation of land without compensation that is currently under way.
GUEST: Freddy Adams – ANC Whip on public works
The Food and Allied Workers Union (Fawu) wants the South African Revenue Services (Sars) to shut down illegal factories that manufacture fake goods. According to FAWU, billions of rands are lost through the selling of counterfeit goods which affects food, tobacco and cosmetics industries. Whose responsibility is it to tackle this?
Our guests are: Salman Khan - President of the South African United Foreigners Trade Union and chairman of the Southern African Pakistani Association, Katishi Masemola – General Secretary for Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU) and Trevor Hattingh –Spokesperson for the National Consumer Commission
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Vytjie Mentor is today expected to reveal how the politically connected Gupta family attempted to offer her a cabinet position eight years ago in the presence of then president Jacob Zuma. But how vital will be her testimony?
GUEST: Outa CEO, Wayne Duvenage
We look at the state of the ANC in Mpumalanga post DD Mabuza era. This morning some ANC branches in Mpumalanga will march to Luthuli House to register their dissatisfaction about a number of issues they are not happy about. These members are also calling for Ace Magashule to disband the PEC structure of Mpumalanga and they argue that this will help the organisation to restore its original values.
Guests (studio) Thandeka Dlamini , member of the ANC in Mpumalanga Guests (studio) Ronnie Malumane, member of the ANC in Mpumalanga
“Takuwani Riime”, a Venda expression meaning: “Let Us Stand Up Together!” is calling on all men to be part of institutionalizing a responsive men’s movement with the launch of Men Championing Change programme. The Men Championing Change programme aims to bring about a cohort of men who are protective of women and children and to create an enabling environment in which men can dialogue and inspire positive values related to sex and sexuality.
GUEST: Dr Matome Kganakga of Takuwani Riime
Josina Machel is of the view that gender based violence and abuse of women in South Africa has reached a state where it has become a national emergency. To make matters worse, in this country we have countless campaigns aimed at rooting out violence against women and girls - But why are we failing to eradicate gender based violence?
GUEST : Josina Machel, founder of the Kuhluka Movement
U.S President Donald Trump tweeted on Thursday morning that South Africa has started seizing land from white farmers and that he has asked the US secretary of state, Mike Pompeo to 'closely study look into the matter. Trump's comments have sparked heated debates over land expropriation, especially in a country that remains deeply racially divided and unequal. Rumours are rife that this will have a negative impact on relations. Also the rand dropped more than 1.5% against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday following Trump's tweet. Should this matter be a cause for concern? Will it have any bearing on the relations between South Africa and the U.S?
GUEST: Prince Mashele, who is a political analyst
Last week on The Talking Point we had a discussion on the Pre Trauma where women who have not yet been raped have changed their daily routine as they live in anticipation of possibly being raped, we had a call from KGM who spoke about a narrative that may seek to demonize men, and generalize, while at the same time not acknowledging the good that men do. GUESTS: Simphiwe Thobela – A board member of the Eastern Cape Development Corporation and runs a small business that focuses on training in local government. GUEST: Nkululeko Nxesi – Executive Director for the Man and Boy Foundation
Recent stats released by the South African Depression and Anxiety Group show that some children start drinking when they are only 11 years old – surely this can’t be right. But how do we tackle this problem and where do we start?
GUEST: Mich Robb, Managing Director, Mental Wellbeing Interventions
South Africa has low female entrepreneurial activity with female entrepreneurs accounting for only 31% of all entrepreneurs in the country. Much as there is a double burden which is the main barrier to success of women in the workplace, is it the same for women in entrepreneurship?
GUEST: Ntsiki Mkhize – Entrepreneur and speaker GUEST: Matshidiso Ramatse Founder of Uper Square Manufacturing and Projects which is a Holding Company for Uper Square Towing Services and Uper Sqaure Farming Projects
What more can be done to ensure that economic empowerment really does take place and that it benefits the many, not just a few? Zodwa Ntuli explains why she thinks Broad-based black economic empowerment is a win-win for all of South Africa. She says in order for our country to properly transform the economy, South Africa needs to make sure ownership of the economy reflects the demographics of the country.
GUEST: Zodwa Ntuli, B-BBEE Commissioner at the Department of Trade and Industry
In an effort to address issues around youth unemployment, Cape Town based national youth leadership organization Activate Leadership and Social Innovation Summit are set to bring together emerging social entrepreneurs, global business investors, economists, government representatives and various African and global key stakeholders that can be used to create positive change and foster economic growth on the continent. This youth by and for youth summit presents over R14 Million investments, Silicon Valley mentorship, Public Relations exposure worth R500 000, business matching-making, acceleration opportunities for emerging South African social entrepreneurs.
GUEST: Anele Gcwabe. The media and partnerships manager at ACTIVATE! Change Drivers.
According to the Weather, Climate & Catastrophe Insight, 2017 Annual Report, there were 330 natural catastrophe events in 2017 that generated economic losses of USD353 billion – of which 97 percent (USD344 billion) was due to weather-related events, including Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria in the US and Caribbean. This morning we unpack how climate change has affected the insurance industry.
GUEST: Caroline Theodosiou, Who is a Director at Norton Rose Fulbright
A South African entrepreneur, has landed himself in hot water after his racist video went viral. In the video, Adam Catzavelos uses the k-word while expressing his joy for not seeing black people at a beach he was on while on holiday. GUESTS : John Jeffrey, the Deputy Minister of Justice
GUESTS : Dr Sath Cooper, a Psychologist and President of the Pan-African Psychology Union
In last week’s show we focused on workplace stress and how workers deal with it. Today we focus on a related topic, namely alcohol and drug abuse as millions of workers try to cope with work and livelihood pressures and stress. Drug abuse, like regular alcohol consumption and smoking dagga is a way of coping and escaping these daily South African realities for the majority of people. In today’s show we discuss drug abuse by workers and its social and economic impact.
- Petrus Brink, who is a Development Facilitator at the Surplus People Project (SPP), in the Western Cape
The Managing Director and Founder of Valued Citizens Initiative, Carole Podetti-Ngono has written an Open Letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa. In the letter she calls on the president to provide basic infrastructure in schools, give our children their birth certificates and identity documents, and provide an empowering environment for our teachers. Carole Podetti-Ngono has also requested Ramaphosa to end corruption and incompetence in our learning environments in order for South Africa to attain its 2030 NDP (National Development Plan) goals...
GUEST: Carole Podetti-Ngono, Managing Director and Founder of Valued Citizens Initiative
OPEN FEATURE WITH NATIONAL ANTHEM OF GHANA **Anthem was done by Richie Mensah, better known by his stage name Richie. He is an award-winning Ghanaian singer-songwriter and record producer.
Time now for our regular Tuesday feature; the African Perspective. Today our profile is Ghana, home of the late former secretary-general of the UN, Kofi Annan. Ghana is considered one of the more stable countries in West Africa, since its transition to multi-party democracy in 1992. Formerly known as the Gold Coast, Ghana gained independence from Britain in 1957, becoming the first sub-Saharan nation to break free from colonial rule. For more on Ghana, we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Dr Angelina Wilson (She's Ghanaian) who is based in the Education and Skills Development programme at the Human Sciences Research Council.
The much anticipated Judicial Commission of Inquiry into allegations of State Capture officially started in Parktown, Johannesburg yesterday (Monday). The commission is tasked with investigating the full extent of corruption at state organs. Various key witnesses including former president, Jacob Zuma, former deputy Finance minister, Mcebisi Jonas and former ANC Member of Parliament, Vytjie Mentor will testify at some point...
GUEST: Ms Phephelaphi Dube, Who is a Director at the Centre for Constitutional Rights
On The Talking Point this morning, we discuss the 35th anniversary of the United Democratic Front (UDF), an anti-apartheid body that incorporated many anti-Apartheid organisations. It was launched in 1983, in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town. This morning we will explore the UDF's role as a unifying movement of different organisations with a common goal of defeating Apartheid
GUEST: Omar Badsha - Who is the Ceo and Founder of South African History Online
As we continue to observe Women’s Month, this morning we speak to someone who has done so much in her career, Professor Anna-Mart van Wyk. She has done 13 research grants across the world and she has been a guest lecturer in countries such as Washington, Rotterdam and Italy and to top it all - she has supervised various Masters and PhD programmes as well.
GUEST (Studio) Professor Anna-Mar van Wyk and she is the Executive Dean, Faculty of Social and Health Sciences, Monash South Africa
how will such a move benefit our country? Unathi Sonwabile Henama explains how South Africa’s tragedy-riddled past can be turned around and be used for tourism. He has been calling for the conversion of the site of Marikana since 2015.
GUEST: Unathi Sonwabile Henama - Lecturer, Department of Tourism Management at Tshwane University of Technology
The Portfolio Committee on Basic Education says it is alarmed by the poor leadership in some of the schools it has visited in the North West Province. The committee says poor leadership of principals and their senior management teams are the leading cause of under-performance within the system. The committee was in the North West on a week-long oversight visit to assess various pillars of the basic education system. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Ms Nomalungelo Gina, the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education
Time now for our regular feature; the “Friday Music Wind Down”. Today we profile Singer, actor and presenter, Nicholas "Nick Soul" Nkuna. Nick recently released his Afro-pop album, "Therapy", featuring the likes of Tshedi Mholo and Skwatta Kamp's Relo. Nick Soul now joins me in studio....
GUEST (In studio): Singer, actor and presenter, Nick Soul
How do we reverse this system of belief? How do we create an egalitarian society where everyone is equal? Does the manner in which tasks are designate din the home have a bearing on these schools of thought?
Guest: Sbu Mpungose – Social Commentator and PR and communications professional guest: Pule Goqo - Brothers for life Ambassador
A latest report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) has ranked Cape Town as Africa's top city of opportunity. The report benchmarks Cape Town against 30 of the world’s leading cities across 66 indicators of urban success. The 30 cities identified are global centres of finance, commerce and culture and represent among them a sizeable proportion of the world economy.
Guest: Siyamthanda Songca –Association of Black Securities and investment professionals (Absip) Western Cape Exco (Young Professionals)
Guest: Ian Neilson, Executive Deputy Mayor Of The City Of Cape Town
FeesMustFall leader and activist, Mcebo Dlamini, is calling for amnesty to be granted to students who participated in the Fees Must Fall protests between 2015 and 2017. The Fees Must Fall was a student movement that started in 2015‚ to campaign for free higher education. Many students were criminally charged, others suspended and some expelled from university for damage caused to the institutions. Mcebo Dlamini says if their demands for amnesty are not met, they will organize and take it to the streets.
We are joined by #FeesMustFall leader and activist, Mcebo Dlamini
Post The Unity Conference Of The Pan Africanist Congress, We Speak To Mike Ngila Mwendane About The Outcomes Of The Conference And He Will Also Tell Us About The Party’s Reconciliation Strategy Moving Forward.
Guest: Mike Ngila Mwendane, Former Deputy President Of The PAC
Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane has strongly criticized South African Police Services for failure to provide security for the whistleblowers in the murder of former ANC youth league secretary-general and PR councillor at uMzimkhulu Municipality, Sindiso Magaqa. Thabiso Zulu, an ANC member, anti-corruption activist and friend of Magaqa, and Les Stuta, an official at Harry Gwala Municipality, were responsible for blowing the lid on the alleged reasons behind the assassination of Magaqa which resulted in them receiving death threats. After approaching the police for assistance and being pushed from pillar to post, Zulu eventually approached the public protector. GUEST: Public Protector, Advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane
The Gauteng government has allegedly offered to assist late hip-hop star ProKid’s family to bury him them to give him a fitting send-off. In the past, we have seen some of South Africa’s Artists, some of whom had coined it at the peak of their careers, die poor, in need of assistance to be buried. They include Simon 'Mahlathini' Nkabinde of Mahlathini and the Mahotella Queens and Brown Dash. What is behind this?
Guest: Siyabonga 'Slikour' Metane, one of the members of the legendary hip hop group Skwatta Kamp and Businessman Guest: Veteran singer Blondie Makhene
Substance abuse costs South Africa R37.9-billion annually, according to a 2014 study in the South African Medical Journal. Almost 20% of South Africans - 1 out of every 5 adults - abuse mind-altering substances, with alcohol, pain-killers (codeine) and dagga the worst offenders, and rising figures of illicit drug use suggest the country is losing the war on drugs. Guest: Dr Eugene Allers, Member Of The South African Society Of Psychiatrists (SASOP)
Time now for our regular Thursday feature Small Business. Today we will examine the effects of the Protection of Personal Information (PoPI) Act on small and medium enterprises in South Africa. The Act was created to promote the constitutional right to privacy in South Africa by safeguarding personal identifiable information. While the official deadline for the Act has not yet been announced, businesses need to start preparing to become compliant to make the transition easier.
GUEST: Thomas Vollrath, who heads up 1-grid.com, a local hosting business with a focus on SMEs
We will invite listener interactions immediately as the discussion starts, for people to share their experiences According to the Statistics South Africa 2016-17 Victims of Crime report a total of 250 out of every 100 000 women were victims of sexual offence. The 2016/17 SA Police Service statistics revealed that 80% of reported sexual offences were rape. Recently, South Africa was shook by the suicide of Khensani Maseko, a Rhodes University student who was allegedly raped by her boyfriend in May. Woman recently shared their experiences on social media, of what they do daily to avoid being raped, including dressing up in less sexy ways, running instead of walking, being extra conscious and alert of their surroundings to be ready in case of an attack. Is this the trauma women have as a result of the shocking rape statistics in the country? How does it affect one’s daily life?
Guests: Ketso Moorosi-Nakeli – Clinical and forensic Psychologist
Black Land First announced on its website on Tuesday that they will be pursuing private prosecutions, against ‘racists continue to improvise even under a Constitutional dispensation that seeks to safeguard and protect the rights of everyone” According to them, Racism has taken a new dynamic. We find out more about this Private Prosecution Unit with their president…
Guest (Studio): Andile Mngxitama - Black First Land First (BLF) president
Laphumilanga Youth Development Association has been embarking on a massive drive to bring together thought leaders from 14 townships in the Cape Flats to advise, partner and chart a way forward to turn disadvantaged communities into major economic hubs. According to the organisation, despite the increasing rate of unemployment in townships, it provides big opportunities for innovators in the business sector.
GUEST: Mthobeli January, Director of Laphumilanga Youth Development Association and Deputy Chairperson of the Economic; Finance Portfolio of the Cape Chamber of Commerce; Industry.
The Minister of Finance, Nhlanhla Nene, released the report by the Independent Panel on the evaluation of the current list of items that are zero-rated for public comment by August 31. The Independent Panel was appointed by Nene after the increase in tax announcement by the in 2018 budget. VAT was increased from 14 percent to 15 percent that took effect from April 1. The independent panel has recommended that Nappies‚ sanitary products and school uniforms should be zero-rated for Value Added Tax (VAT).
GUEST: Thabi Leoka, who is an Economist and Contributor to BusinessDay, Money Marketing and Sunday Times
Over the years when discussing occupational health and safety, we normally focus on overt physical effects of work on workers such as accidents that cause death or injury or other factors such as hazardous chemicals or repetitive work strain. It seems that a neglected side of occupational health is workplace stress that often has more far reaching and long term negative consequences for individual workers, workplaces, the economy and society. In today’s show we take a close look at workplace stress – its causes and consequences. We are sure many listeners will relate to this whether you’re an ordinary worker or even at the top of the corporate ladder.
GUESTS:
1 Julian de la Hunt, Lead Independent Consultant at Corporate Governance Framework Research Institute (Pty) Ltd
2 Mphutlane Bofelo, who is a Trainer at the Public Service Association (PSA)
The Black Nation – Can we rise again? We speak to the author of the book, Dr Pika, who joins me now on the line.
GUEST: Dr Pika
Mama Zondeni Veronica Sobukwe, the widow of PAC founder Robert Sobukwe has died. The PAC said she passed away in the early hours of this morning after a long illness. But who was Mama Zondeni Sobukwe and what role did she play in SA’s liberation struggle? To talk about her contribution and legacy, we are joined by….
GUEST: Lebohang Pheko, political analyst and daughter of Motsoko Pheko, former PAC President
Gun owners whose licenses have expired will have to surrender their firearms to the police immediately, those who failed to do so will be arrested. In June this year, the Constitutional Court ruled that gun licenses should be renewed periodically. During our Open Line yesterday, several of our callers who are firearm owners called in to express their confusion around the renewal and process of the taking in of firearms with expired licenses. Some expressed their frustration with the police's apparent inability of dealing with firearms handed in to them. So we have decided to invite the South African Gunowners' Association, to get some clarity on the matter and how the process works...
CLIP of Callers: Callers expressing their frustration and confusion around the renewal of expired gun licenses
GUEST: John Welch - Chairperson of the South African Gunowners' Association
Time now for our African Perspective, every Tuesday on this feature, we profile an African country. Today the spotlight is on South Sudan. The country gained independence from Sudan on the ninth of July 2011, following the outcome of a 2005 agreement that ended Africa's longest-running civil war. The new country comprises 10 of Sudan's 25 states. South Sudan is one of the most diverse countries in Africa. For more on the country we are now joined on the line by....
GUEST: Bior Riak - A Sudanese from Juba, In South Sudan. He is currently doing his Bachelor in Mass communication. Bior is also a young, short film maker, Writer and Producer.
President Cyril Ramaphosa has launched government's plans to improve the provision of sanitation infrastructure in mostly rural areas at a ceremony in Pretoria. This follows the public outcry over failure by the department of Basic Education to eradicate pit latrines in the country's poorest schools. The President is joined by senior officials from the United Nations Children's Fund, the Nelson Mandela Foundation and other civil society organisations to pledge support to the initiative which seeks to improve the dignity of learners.
GUEST: Department of Basic Education spokesperson, ElijahMhlanga
Last week The National Heritage Council of South Africa together with the Zindzi Mandela Foundation co-hosted the launch of the Afrikan Calendar .The Afrikan Calendar emanates from research work done by the Zindzi Mandela Foundation with heritage practitioners and historians who reached a conclusion on a date that is supposed to be celebrated as the “Afrikan New Year’s Day”, the 23rd of September. This month is also celebrated as the National Heritage month and the 24th day marks the National Heritage Day for the people of South Africa.
GUEST : Mr Mkhulu Ntsingizi from the Zindzi Mandela Foundation.
Are you looking to save money in 2018 and increase your wealth? Well this morning we have “The Best 100 Money Tips ever”! I'll go through some of them with Brendan Gace, the Head of Anchor Private Clients. If you take some of these tips to mind, you might just have a solid foundation for your future financial well-being.
GUEST(In Studio): The Head of Anchor Private Clients, Brendan Gace
Minister of Women in the Presidency, Ms Bathabile Dlamini will deliver a keynote address at a seminar on Landless women of South Africa: expropriation of land without compensation. The seminar which takes place on today, is organised by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) as an attempt to add the voices of women in the current debate of landlessness and expropriation of land without compensation. The outcome of these discussions will form part of a submission to the National Assembly Portfolio Committee on Constitutional Review dealing with the land issue.
Guests:
1 (In Studio) Professor Elmien du Plessis, who is an associate professor in Law at the North-West University
2 (On the line) Advocate Karabo Kgoroeadira, An Advocate conducting practice at the Grayston Chambers and member of the Johannesburg Bar. She has dealt with indigenous Mining Communities in the North West province for the last 12 years and continues to do so
The ANC has been accused of being indecisive and inconsistent when dealing with its members who are alleged to be involved in corrupt activities, especially those deployed in government. Lately the concept of UNITY appears to be an instrument that has kept even those who have failed dismally in government unshaken. Others however argue that this perceived political expediency is necessary to get the ANC through - at least for now. Can the youth change all this. Kwazi Mshengu is the KZN Youth League Chairperson he joins us on the line
GUEST: ANC Youth League provincial chairperson, Kwazi Mshengu
In July, The Black Imbizo was hosted, to address and redress the injustices black people endured for over 400 years. Vukulu joins us now, to share some insights that came out from that event, but also, to unpack how black Africans assert themselves in the different environments they find themselves in? How we speak to one other, even when both of us speak the same indigenous language, how we dress and wear our hair, are we too accommodative of a pre-determined status quo of what ‘civilised’ and ‘professional’ is? At the expense on our Africanness?
Guests: Vukulu Sizwe – Author and founder of the Black centric movement
Government says reports that it is planning to lay off about 30 thousand of its employees are misleading and creating a state of panic in the public sectors. However Minister of Public Service and Administration Ayanda Dlodlo, does admit that plans to restructure the public service are afoot- but there is no proposal for mass retrenchments. So what is it, severance package, restructuring or reorganization of government?
GUESTS:
- Scott Mava, Public Service and Administration spokesperson
- Sizwe Pamla, Cosatu national spokesperson
Time now for our Friday Music feature, Friday Wind Down. Today we profile a music legend, a chart topping singer-songwriter and guitarist, Condry Ziqubu. Ntate Ziqubu is best known for his hit song "Skorokoro" but his musical journey extends way beyond his 1980's hits. Condry Ziqubu now joins us in studio...
GUEST (In studio): Singer-songwriter and guitarist, Condry Ziqubu
In today's discussion, we look at the role of men as partners in stopping violence against women. Gender-based violence is a profound and widespread problem in South Africa and our rates for Gender Violence and crimes against women rank amongst the worst in the world. On our Men Talk feature we will focus on the role that men and boys of all ages can play in preventing and reducing gender-based violence. Joining me on the line for this discussion is...
GUEST: Mbuyiselo Botha – Gender Activist with the Commission for Gender Equality
We examine the relationship between weather and various types of crime. Professor Greg Breetzke did a study on this and its findings demonstrate that the amount of violent, sexual and property crime in the city of Tshwane is significantly affected by temperature and, to a lesser extent, rainfall.
GUEST: Greg Breetzke - Associate Professor, Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at University of Pretoria: 012 420 4318
Earlier this week on Lifetime Live, Criselda Dudumashe was joined by a young unemployed graduate, Zipho Majova with possession of a Public Policy Honours degree from the University of Cape Town. In discussing her recent column published on the Daily Maverick titled: Challenges faced by a black graduate - From degree to internship to unemployment – the life of a black graduate, Zipho says the job seeking process is an ostracizing process. Listen to her conversation with our Criselda.
Last year Statistician-general Dr Pali Lehohla released the findings of the report Entitled “Whither a Demographic Dividend South Africa: The Overton Window of Political Possibilities”. From it, we learnt that there are significant differences in unemployment rates among graduates, with more than 20% of young black Africans out of work against 5% for whites and coloureds and around 8% for Indians
GUEST (DBN Studio): Andile Thloaele, the principal and senior analyst at Inforcomm(INC) Ratings .
According to some activists, decriminalising sex work will play a big role because it will bring back the dignity of the sex worker. As we commemorate women’s month, the spotlight is thrust again on gender-based violence (GBV), experienced by women and girls worldwide, with South Africa recording some of the highest rates of sexual violence, globally. Sex workers are also not exempt from this. Recently Deputy Police Minister Bongani Mkhongi says he supports calls for the decriminalisation of sex work in South Africa, while responding to questions from sex workers at the 22nd International AIDS Conference in Amsterdam in the Netherlands. According to him, police no longer want to arrest sex workers but are forced to by law. How will the decimalisation of sex work improve the lives of sex workers? Should we not be creating better opportunities for women, so they don’t even consider sex work?
GUESTS: Consultant at Nalane for Reproductive Justice, Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng GUEST: Kholi Buthelezi - who is the Sisonke national coordinator
The economic implications of expropriation without compensation (EWC), which risks jeopardising South Africa’s economic recovery, are matched by the damage politicians are doing in their handling of the debate – creating expectations that can never be met, worsening racial tensions, destabilizing the social fabric, and promoting land invasions across the country. This is a warning by the Institute of Race Relations (IRR).
GUEST: Terence Corrigan, who is the Project Manager at the Institute for Race Relations GUEST: Professor Steven Friedman, a political analyst and research professor at the University of Johannesburg (UJ)
This morning we learn more about the efforts by the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJ&CD) in promoting and protecting the rights of vulnerable groups especially women and children. We get to understand the work they do with relations to child Maintenance, Sexual Crimes (Offences), Domestic Violence, and ask: How do they ensure that women have faith in the justice system? Also, with the country still grieving the passing of Khensani Maseko, What interventions, if any, do they have to address Gender based violence in university campuses in SA?
GUEST: Advocate Justice Masutha – Minister of justice and correctional services
South Africa is currently hosting the first-ever Global Aviation Gender Summit that will see nearly 500 top-ranking representatives of governments and the aviation industry from across the world. The summit, which takes place over three days (8 - 10 August 2018), is being hosted by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) in cooperation with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
GUEST: Ms Poppy Khoza, the head of the (SACAA) South African Civil Aviation Authority
It is well recognized that women are powerful drivers of economic growth in South Africa, and are vital to the country reaching its full economic potential. Yet women account for only 18% percent of business owners in South Africa, this according to the second MasterCard Index of Women Entrepreneurs report, released earlier this year. When women are ready to grow into SMMEs, they are again faced with difficulties in obtaining loans from commercial banks. On our SME feature this morning, we look at Funding For Women Entrepreneurs... GUEST: Jenny Retief, CEO of Riversands Incubation Hub
The Charlotte Mannya-Maxeke Institute (CMMI) In Partnership With Freedom Park, National Heritage Council (NHC) And Sisulu Foundation Are Proud To Announce An Initiative To Celebrate And Honour Mme Charlotte Makgomo Mannya-Maxeke, Mama Albertina Nontsikelelo Sisulu And Other Women Icons Through: ‘Intergenerational Women Dialogue’ – A Series Of Dialogues That Includes A Dialogue Between Charlotte Makgomo Maxeke And Mama Albertina Nontsikelelo Sisulu As A Main Event
- Thembi Sikobi - Operations Manager / Charlotte Mannya Maxeke Institute (In-Studio)
- Max Maxeke - Deputy chair and spokesperson of the Charlotte Mannya Maxeke Institute (Great Grandson)
It’s been 21 years since corporal punishment was banned in South Africa – but why do we still have teachers who continue to beat pupils as a form of discipline?
GUEST: Matakanye Matakanya, General Secretary of the National Association of School Governing Bodies
To curb high numbers of graduate unemployment in South Africa, the Minister of Public Service and Administration (DPSA), Ms Ayanda Dlodlo, launched the Public Service Graduate Recruitment Scheme at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) in July.
The Scheme, approved by Cabinet in December 2017, offers new graduates work opportunities and training in government departments. This initiative came to fruition in response to the recommendation of the National Development Plan (NDP) that in order to achieve a professional public service, the State needs to be a Career of Choice, by attracting the best graduates and youth with potential to its employment service.
GUEST: Mava Scott – Spokesperson for the department of Public Works
He's one of the winners of the NSTF-SOUTH32 AWARDS under the emerging researcher category. He grew up in Kwa Zulu Natal. His father dies when he was 2 by suicide. There was no maths and science teacher at his high school, so Musa volunteered to teach those subjects. After his mother and sister’s death, he was left with the responsibility of taking care of his sister's two young girls while he was at wits. He took those kids and came to Joburg with them. At a certain point in his life, while raising the girls, he slept on the streets and at the labs with those kids. Today he is an award-winning geophysicist.
GUEST: Dr Musa Manzi - Senior Researcher of Geophysics, Director of the Seismic Research Centre at the School of Geosciences at Wits
Over six years ago Binkie Mosiane was raped and murdered underground in platinum mine. The perpetrator was eventually arrested, put on trial and jailed for life. The case highlighted the problem that violence against women was not confined to the home but also plays itself at workplaces in South Africa where women regularly face violence and sexual harassment and abuse at the workplace.
It is estimated that more than half of all working women internationally experience sexual harassment and abuse by their male counterparts at the workplace. In today's show we discuss the problem and more importantly - what is being done about it?
GUESTS: 1. Dr Asanda Benya - Lecturer at the Department of Sociology at the University of Cape Town 2. Lydia Kopane - NUM National Gender Committee Chairperson
A new study from the Human Sciences Research Council seeks to contribute to our public debate on ant immigrant violence by looking at the opinions of ordinary South Africans. Using public opinion data, Steven Gordon looks at which explanations for anti-immigrant violence are most popular amongst the country’s adult population. By understanding how the public views this important question, we can better comprehend which xenophobia prevention mechanisms would be most acceptable to the general population.
Guest: Dr Steven Gordon – Researcher with the Human Sciences Research Council
The South Sudanese President Salva Kiir has signed a power sharing agreement with the rebel leader Riek Machar and other opposition groups in a bid to end five years of civil war. About four-million people have been displaced, since the war broke out in 2013. This isn't the first agreement signed by Kiir and Machar. The question now is: will it hold?
GUEST: Advocate Sipho Mantula, Researcher at the Institute for Dispute Resolution in Africa, at UNISA and also a Human Right Defender for Peace and Justice in Africa
Time now for the African Perspective. Today the spotlight is on the kingdom of Swaziland, which is one of the world's last remaining absolute monarchies. Mswati III is the King of Swaziland and head of the Swazi Royal Family. He was crowned in 1986 at the age of 18, succeeding his long-serving father King Sobhuza II, who died at the age of 82. In April this year, King Mswati III announced that Swaziland would now be known as eSwatini.
GUEST: Lindiwe Siyaya – Swaziland Native, and Blogger
In the aftermath of the Life Esidimeni tragedy and concerns raised of possible human rights violations at The Tower Hospital in the Eastern Cape, The South African Society of Psychiatrists (SASOP) says there is a need for medical and health professionals to be advocates without being criticized or threatened if they do.
GUEST: Professor Bernard Janse van Rensburg, President of SASOP
Lectures at Rhodes University in Makhanda were cancelled yesterday following the death of Khensani Maseko in her Johannesburg home this past weekend. It's suspected that Khensani, committed suicide. Maseko who was part of the Student Representative Council at the varsity was allegedly raped by her boyfriend on campus in May of this year. The Incident has been met with mixed reactions on social media with many condemned the rape, while others argued Khensani and her partner were sexually intimate, so how could this be considered as rape? On The Talking Point this morning, we look at some of the myths/misconceptions about partner rape...
GUEST: Consultant at Nalane for Reproductive Justice, Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng
The Democratic Alliance's highest policy decision making body the federal council, has decided to do away with black economic empowerment, citing that the policy is not working. The party also says they believe unequivocally in real broad-based black empowerment but do not support the ANC government's version of B-BBEE codes, which has only served to enrich politically connected elite.
GUEST: The head of policy and MP, Gwen Ngwenya
The recent news of Top South African cardiologist Professor Bongani Mayosi’s suicide has put issues of mental illness again on the spotlight. According to his family, Prof. Mayosi committed suicide following a struggle with depression.
We focus today on depression faced by Sex Workers in SA. In a recent study, conducted in SA, the researchers focused on 508 sex workers across Soweto in a study that took place over seven months during 2016. Of that total, only two of the participants weren’t black and 16 were migrants. What the study further revealed was that two-thirds of the sex workers went hungry regularly and 50% of them were binge drinkers. Only 14% claimed they had never been a victim of violence.
A survey in India also found that female sex workers had depression rates of 39%, while in Nepal it was 82.4%.What is behind this?
GUEST: Kholi Buthelezi - who is the national coordinator for Sisonke
GUEST: Jenny Coetzee-One of the researchers for the study, which appeared in the journal, Plos One.
Female blue-collar workers have traditionally lacked power in their employment choices, as marginalized and predominantly uneducated workers, but Fourth Industrial Revolution technology will allow women to participate in jobs that used to exclude them due to their perceived lack of strength, stamina and education level. However, to unlock this potential, businesses need to provide women with opportunities and skills to embrace technology in order to earn a decent livelihood, says Dr Lize Barclay.
GUEST: Dr Lize Barclay, Senior Lecturer in Futures Studies and Systems Thinking at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB) and contributor to the 2018 South African Board for People Practices (SABPP) Women’s Report launched on the 1st of August
Emmerson Mnangagwa has claimed victory in the Zimbabwe general election. The former ally of Robert Mugabe won 50.8 percent of the vote in last week's historic first polls since the Mugabe's ousting last year. Opposition leader Nelson Chamisa, who scored 44.3 percent of the votes, has rejected the result. On The Talking Point this morning, we look at Mnangagwa's tenure as Zimbabwe's newly elected president, how he should rebuild the country and its economy, after two decades of misrule under Robert Mugabe....
GUEST: Prince Mashele, who is a Political Analyst
As we observe Women’s Month, our guest is arguing that it can't be correct that we continue to use the name God the father because in doing so we are entrenching women's inferiority status within the church and in the world.
GUEST: Mbuyiselo Botha – Gender Activist with the commission for gender equality
We speak to Tim Masela, who heads up the National Payments Systems Department at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) about how the Reserve Bank is exploring infrastructure and regulatory interventions to accelerate the country’s payment journey. Access to formal financial services, financial inclusion GUEST (In studio at SARB): Tim Masela, who heads up the National Payments Systems Department at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB)
According to the latest WHO data published in 2018 life expectancy in South Africa is: Male 60.2, female 67.0. Dr Tiny Mhinga says Men experience a gradual decline in the production of the male hormone testosterone from their late 30s onwards, and as a result may experience some distressing and debilitating symptoms like lack of energy and vitality, loss of sexual desire.
GUEST: Dr Tiny Mhinga – Medical practitioner
We speak to Unathi Kamlana, who is the Head of Policy, Statistics and Industry Support, at the South African Reserve Bank about Prudential Authority and the importance of the new regulatory areas, the benefits that the new regulatory areas will have for the public and also Simple language to expand on the benefits that the new regulatory framework holds. GUEST (In studio at SARB): Unathi Kamlana, who is the Head of Policy, Statistics and Industry Support, at the South African Reserve Bank.
After the SA Reserve Bank released the new Mandela notes, Madondo drew new bank notes with the faces of other Struggle stalwarts, including Oliver Tambo, Steve Biko, Chris Hani and Walter Sisulu. According to him it would be fair to have Biko on the R10, Tambo on the R20, Hani on the R50 and Sisulu on the R100 bank notes. He further says, we are always focused on Mandela. I don't have anything against Mandela but I thought it would be fair to show the others and then I came up with the drawing. Guest: Artist Nkanyiso Madondo – A self-taught pencil artist
We speak to SARB's group executive for currency management, Pradeep Maharaj, to talk about the Mandela centenary commemorative banknotes and coin and why the Bank decided to issue these. Talk about the Currency App and why the SARB has invested in it.
GUEST (In studio at SARB): SARB's group executive for currency management, Pradeep Maharaj
We speak to Reserve Bank governor, Lesetja Kganyago. Governor will give an overview of the role of the Reserve, why the Central Bank was formed - the mandate and how that affects South Africans
GUEST (In studio at SARB): Reserve Bank governor, Mr Lesetja Kganyago
What is the function of the South African Reserve Bank and how does it maintain financial stability in the country? Reliable archive material tells us that the South African Reserve Bank was established in 1921 as the central bank of South Africa in terms of a special act of Parliament. The Reserve Bank was mainly set up because of the need to issue uniform banknotes and to prevent the over-issue of banknotes. The primary or strategic objective of the bank is to achieve and maintain stable financial conditions in the country. Today, the Reserve Bank virtually performs the full range of functions and duties that are customarily carried out by central banks. But - is it fulfilling its mandate?
Guest: Sizwe Pamla – COSATU National Spokesperson Guest: Ahmed Motiar – Author of ‘The Reserve Bank = A License to Steal Money from Citizens
The proposed Prevention and Management of Learner Pregnancy in Schools (Draft policy) fails to frame itself with the right of learners (including pregnant learners) to access basic education, and the state’s duty to protect this right, at its centre. So says a statement released by both Equal Education Law Centre and Section 27. One of their concerns is that the Draft Policy fails to provide sufficient details or a clear course of action as It does not adequately describe the scope and content of sexual reproductive health services (SRHS) to be provided in schools and the persons responsible persons for the provision of these services.
GUEST: Rubeena Parker – Senior researcher at Equal Education Law Centre
The Youth for Africa and SDGs Portal-Platform designed for young African entrepreneurs with the intent of cultivating an ecosystem that will promote mentor-ship, funding, information-sharing and networking was launched by the United Nations Development Program facilitated by Accenture. GUEST: Sandiso Simelane, Spokesperson for the Youth For Africa and SDGs platform
What are the terms and conditions for complimenting a woman? In the patriarchal world we live in, the idea that women only exist to be pleasing to men, either physically or otherwise still exist. Where men cannot have an intellectual conversation with a woman, impressed with their contribution, but add that ‘they are beautiful’.
GUEST: Bishop Joshua Maponga - Cultural Activist, Writer, fighter of spiritual colonialism and Author of ‘Women in the Kitchen’
South Africa's democracy faces a major threat and nobody is talking about it, this according to political analyst, Ralph Mathekga. In a recent Column, Mathekga says the topic of the impending collapse of municipalities has moved to the bottom of priorities in the national discourse. He says South Africans need to start taking local government as a sphere of government seriously. For more he now joins me on the line...
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga, who is a Fellow at the SARChI Chair: African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy at the University of Johannesburg and author of When Zuma Goes and Ramaphosa's Turn.
South Africa's Unemployment rate has increased to 27,2% in the second quarter from 26.6% in the first quarter, according to the latest unemployment numbers announced by Statistics South Africa. Manufacturing lost 105,000 jobs; community, social and personal services lost 93,000; and trade lost 57,000 jobs. This morning on our Youth Employment feature we speak to Sabelo Myeni, the Head of Mindworx Academy. Sabelo has been awarded the 2018 Standard Bank Rising Star Award, for his work in developing inexperienced graduates into poised and appropriately skilled professionals who are capable of performing entry-level jobs and in so doing gaining a foot into the formal sector of the South African economy.
GUEST (In studio): Sabelo Myeni, the Head of Mindworx Academy ** (At the Mindworx Academy they address the lack of critical skills and high unemployment in South Africa by providing recent graduates with scarce skills training).
THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND POSTAL SERVICES MINISTER, SIYABONGA CWELE TALKING TO SAFM ABOUT THEIR PROCESS IN MONITORING GRANT PAYMENTS IN DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE COUNTRY
For over a century, the mining industry was at the heart of South Africa’s economy. It is said that it is an industry in decline, currently contributing only 8% to SA’s economy. But there remains a scramble by local and foreign investors for our mineral wealth, due its high demand and profitability. However, while our government promotes mining as a job creator and support for Black Economic Empowerment, it seems like it has come at huge costs to mineworkers, their families, mining communities and the environment. In today’s show we take a critical look at mining and whether it is worth the costs.
GUESTS: 1. Dr Asanda Benya - Who is a Lecturer at the Department of Sociology at University of Cape Town (UCT) 2. David van Wyk, a lead researcher at The Benchmarks Foundation
We continue our discussion on race in South Africa. We follow up on a conversation we had last week, with Terry Oakley Smith, the MD of Diversi-T, who shared her reliance with race in SA. We also ask, Are we too sensitive, when it comes to race in SA? How should we be communicating with race other, as people from different races, in terms of understanding our different positions or point of views? Do we miss crucial points when discussing issues of national importance because our pre occupation with race?
Guest: Dr Fanie Du Toit – He was with Institute for Justice and Reconciliation for 16 years, was their director for 8 years, now is advising the United Nations in Iran on their post Isis reconciliation process
The IFP held it’s Policy review Summit this past workers. This morning we unpack the outcomes of their Policy Review Summit which took place past weekend. This Summit formed a vital part of our strategic preparations for the 2019 national and provincial elections.
According to the IFP, the IFP leadership met for two days this past weekend for intensive discussions around the following The economy, Unemployment and job creation; Land, poverty and social development; Education and skills development; and Crime and security.
Our guest is Mkhuleko Hlengwa – Member of Parliament and Inkatha Freedom Party National Spokesperson
guest: Dr Faith Khumalo - director for care and support at the department of basic education
Ubuntu Nest Protest Right is this campaign is aimed at discouraging the use of violence during protests. This is a call to action aimed at getting South Africans involved in creating and distributing messages discouraging the use of Violence during protests.
GUEST: Makhubalo Ikaneng - The project creator
According to the City Press Wealth Index, the 50 richest people in South Africa are worth R323 billion collectively, and are largely white and male. The City Press Wealth Index was compiled by Who Owns Whom from company documents, announcements and share registers published between 2006 and 2018, as well as from the disclosed remuneration of JSE-listed companies’ directors for the 2017 financial year, including bonuses and severance packages. What is delaying transformation in corporate SA
GUEST: Duma Gqubule - Founding Director at Centre for Economic Development and Transformation. Economist, former financial journalist
Zimbabwe held its first elections yesterday, since former president Robert Mugabe was ousted out of power last year. Monday's elections marked the first time in 38 years Zimbabweans did not see Mugabe's name on the ballot paper. There were 23 candidates running for president BUT the front runners are likely to be the country's current President, Emmerson Mnangagwa and main opposition candidate, Nelson Chamisa. Meanwhile, some Zimbabweans working and living outside the country were unable to vote in yesterday's elections. For more we are now joined by
GUEST: Wadzanai Pasipamire, a Zimbabwean, living in London. She says "It's bitter-sweet for Zimbabweans in the Diaspora, who are witnessing such an important day from afar".
The release of Eskom’s 2017/2018 financial results revealed a net loss of R2.3 billion and irregular expenditure of R19.6 billion since 2012, revealing the extent of its financial distress. The results also revealed liquidity shortfalls and other operational challenges which will require attention if there is to be any hope of turning around the fortunes of Africa’s largest utility.
GUEST: Neeraj Sanjay Mense, Consultant and Senior Industry Analyst at Frost & Sullivan
A recent study by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) also indicates that Microplastic waste totals approximately 0.13 Mtons/a for Africa – 8% of all plastic waste generated in the region, equivalent to 22 grocery bags per capita per annum. it has been reported that potentially harmful levels of these pollutants are collecting in metropolitan fresh water systems such as Johannesburg and Potchefstroom according to the Water Research Commission of South Africa.
GUEST: Dr Anthony Turton – Professor at the center for environmental management at the university of the Free State and a water resources strategist and also the editor of the Journal Water Policy
Many Zimbabweans are going to the polls in the country's first election since the ousting of its leader Robert Mugabe, last year. Past elections have been marred by violence, intimidation and vote rigging. For the latest development, we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: William Mpofu - Political analyst with expertise on African Issues
The ANC Youth League will today commemorate the 70th anniversary of the league's founding president and principal architect of South Africa's ideology of African nationalism, Anton Muziwakhe Lembede. Lembede passed away on July 30 1947, 71 years ago, after a short illness. On The Talking Point this morning, we look at Lembede's contribution to the freedom movement, politics, and culture and also in particular his passionate and eloquent articulation of the African-centered philosophy he called "Africanism".
GUEST (in studio): ANCYL national executive committee (NEC) member, Ndumiso Mokako
Perseverance is indeed the mother of all success when it comes to describing this humble yet phenomenal brother, father, son and artist with a phenomenal voice and passion for music. Ncedisile Mahlwempu, affectionately known as ‘FOFO’ in his hometown of Engcobo and by his fans, has travelled the rocky road to success in the music industry better known in the business as ‘paying your dues’. He joins us now as we get to know him and his music better…
GUEST (Studio): ‘Fofo’ Ncedisile Mahlwempu –Musician
This morning we dissect poverty and economic marginality in relation to masculinity. What are economically disadvantaged men’s constructions and performance of manliness in relation to poverty? How do these relate to the standards set by society? How do men see the dynamics of money playing out in a relationship? Is ‘breadwinnerhood’ key for them?
GUEST: Baba Buntu – Executive Director of Ebukhosini Holdings
TERRY OAKLEY-SMITH - FOUNDER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR OF DIVERSI-T, A COMPANY SPECIALISING IN TRANSFORMATION AND DIVERSITY.
The National Launch of the National Science Week is set to take place at the University of Mpumalanga, this weekend. The initiative by the Department of Science and Technology is a countrywide celebration of science involving various stakeholders and role players conducting science-based activities during the week. National Science Week will be running from 11 to 19 August 2018, with a range science events held throughout August. Each year a different theme is chosen and activities are offered around the theme to the target audiences. The theme for 2018 is "Deepening our democracy through science ".
GUEST: Dr Jabu Nukeri - Managing director of South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement
The Jobs Fund and Sernick Group have partnered with the Sernick Emerging Farmers Programme to assist emerging black farmers. The initiative is a comprehensive intervention in which emerging black farmers will be recruited, trained, capacitated and provided with supply opportunities through integration in Sernick's value chain. The R502.6 million project is set to be implemented in the Free State. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Commercial farmer, Nick Serfontein, Chairperson of the Sernick Group, who wrote to President Cyril Ramaphosa about possible solutions to the current farming challenges the country is faced with, as well as the amendments to section 25 of the Constitution, which deals with land expropriation without compensation..
GUEST: Commercial farmer, Nick Serfontein, Chairperson of the Sernick Group
An American man, Kerry Thomas, is serving a 30-year sentence for having sex without disclosing his HIV status - although he used condoms, and didn't infect his partner. It's understood that thousands of people living with HIV have been prosecuted, most of who did not actually pass on the virus. Most prosecutions have taken place in the USA, Belarus, Ukraine, Russia and Zimbabwe. South Africa has not adopted an HIV-specific criminal law, although there was a push to do so in 1999. On The Talking Point this morning we look at the growing move to criminalise the transmission of HIV... GUEST: Alan Brand, who is an Employee Wellness Consultant, a Specialist Wellness Training Facilitator and also living positively with HIV.
The Small Business Institute is warning that the National Development Plan’s goal of small business creating 90% of jobs by 2030 will be stillborn unless this vital segment of our economy is properly understood and they are also calling for immediate shut down of the department of Small Business Development. For more on this we are joined by……
GUEST (studio): Chris Darroll, CEO of Small Business Partners
In conversation with Karyn White who stormed into music history with her smash hit song, the female anthem, Superwoman. Most people would remember that song, it made international waves, selling over a million units, being certified Gold and named the Billboard R&B Song of the year in 1989.
GUEST (studio): Karyn White, R&B singer/songwriter
Ntuthuko Shezi, the Founder & CEO of Livestock wealth grew up in a rural area with his grandparents, who owned a couple of cows. He says the cows were the bedrock of his family’s finances. Today, he owns a business that serves as a platform connects farmers looking for funding to grow their farms with investors looking to invest in cows. He shares more about their business Model…
GUEST: Ntuthuko Shezi – ‘Cow’ Executive Officer at Livestock Wealth
Hidden curriculum refers to the unwritten, unofficial, and often unintended lessons, values, and perspectives that students learn in school. This morning, we unpack just what a ‘Hidden Curriculum’ is. How does the Hidden Curriculum impact students? As many young black people speak of decolonizing the education curriculum, Leigh-Ann Naidoo says” The system of patriarchy, or male domination, in many instances is not officially taught. We don’t necessarily sit in courses that teach us that boys and men are best suited to be scientists, engineers, pilots or presidents. What happens rather, and this starts early on, is that the lessons of male dominance are learned when the man in the household is the breadwinner and leader of the family”
GUEST: Leigh-Ann Naidoo - Educationalist and activist based in the School of Education at the University of Cape Town. She is currently looking at questions related to the formation and role of intellectuals through a case study of the Rhodes Must Fall (RMF) movement. She represented South Africa on the Women’s Boat to Gaza International Freedom Flotilla Mission that attempted to break the inhumane blockade of Gaza/Palestine by Israel. She was previously an Olympic beach volleyball
The Economic Freedom Fighters, EFF are celebrating 5 years since their formation in 2013. The red berets are currently in the Eastern Cape where they will be celebrating the anniversary this weekend at Sisa Dukashe in East London. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: EFF deputy president, Floyd Shivambu
With an increasing demand for young people to fill the missing gap in agriculture. This morning we learn more about the Dukathole Youth for Economic Social and Rural Development - which consists of a group of young people who saw a gap in the agricultural industry. These young people have been doing some great work in agriculture and in creating employment in Hanover, KZN.
Guest: Nkanyiso Katleho Ngubane
Discussing the land issue and equity in the context of the struggle against poverty and social movements in the land sector. Our guests will tell us about the limitations of the South African Constitution, particularly section 25, the property clause and the land reform programme, but also the broader question of whether access to land makes a difference to the livelihoods of South Africans, both rural and urban. Professor Ntsebeza’s research has shown that people with access to land, regardless of its extent, are better off than those without.
Guest: Professor Lungisile Ntsebeza, AC Jordan chair in African studies and director of the Centre for African Studies at the University of Cape Town
Guest: Chumani Maxwele, Chief Curator of the National Land Colloquium at UCT
During late 2012 into January 2013, we witnessed the biggest strike wave and protest movement by farmworkers in recent history in South Africa. The strike took place mainly in the Breede River Valley of the Western Cape and centred around the town of De Doorns. This is the main grape growing region of the Western Cape for wine and grape exports. The workers came out on strike to protest their slave wages and working and living conditions. They had 21 demands for improvement.
In today’s show we assess what the farmworkers achieved and how far they’ve come in winning their demands.
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Deneco Dube, Deputy general secretary, for the Commercial, Stevedore, Agricultural and Allied Workers Union
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David Sandi, Farmworker from Grahamstown
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Alicia Lottering, Chairperson of the Central Karoo Farmworkers Association
Examining the findings of a book called: Development, Social Policy and Community: Lessons from Below. The research reveals that poverty is felt by almost everyone in the area, as everyone is trying hard to survive and it also indicates a high rate of symptoms of depression and anxiety among women caregivers in Doornkop, at 43%. The reasons for this include poverty, hunger and financial stress. So how can the community of Doornkop be assisted moving forward? We find out from our guests.
Guest (studio): Professor Leila Patel, South African Research Chair in Welfare and Social Development at the Centre for Social Development in Africa at the University of Johannesburg (she played a leading role in the development of welfare policy post-apartheid)
While slavery may have ended In Africa, and the continent considered independent, Can we truly say that Africa is totally free. Are there unseen chains of slavery and the psychological fetters of colonialism in Africa today? Yesterday following President Cyril Ramaphosa and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping held talks in Pretoria to draw a new blueprint for further developing bilateral relations, it was revealed by President Cyril Ramaphosa said China would invest $14.7 billion (R195 billion) in the local economy, spurring some offshore demand for the currency. Earlier in the week, it was also reported that Chinese President Xi Jinping signed 15 bilateral agreements with Rwanda on Monday while visiting the East African country, the second stop on a four-nation tour to cement relations with African allies.
GUESTS: Mmakgoshi Phetla-Lekhethe - Executive Director at African Development Bank
Malawi National Anthem saved in the Talking Point Bin
Time now for the African Perspective, today we profile Malawi, a largely agricultural country. The country is bordered by Mozambique on the east and southwest, by Tanzania on the north and northeast, and by Zambia on the west and northwest. After independence from the British in 1964 and more than 30 years of subsequent autocratic rule, Malawi conducted its first multiparty elections in 1994.
CONTACT: Andrew Nzaliwa, A Malawian national from the Greater Gauteng burial society
Black women and men have high aspirations to be successful at work, and outworking and outperforming others is the norm for many. But what happens to the minds, bodies, and spirits of Black employees when unrealistic expectations are too much to bear—if, despite their hard work, they remain set apart and undervalued? For women, this may include their having to deal with sexual harassment, sexism, double burden, for black women, racism, gender pay dynamics. According to a recent study by a US-based research firm Catalyst, Black women, in particular, bear the brunt of the 21st-century malady dubbed “emotional tax”. This, the organisation says, is a challenge Emotional Companies Can’t Afford to Ignore. The report revealed that nearly 60% of women of colour surveyed in that country experienced emotional tax – a combination of feeling different from peers at work because of gender, race and/or ethnicity and the associated effects on health, well-being and ability to thrive at work Guest: Ms Siwe Coka - President of the South African Association of Women Graduates and the Founder & Director of Inkanyezi Foundation which focuses on an Empowerment and Transformative Programme for community women and girls
At its two-day Working Class Summit held at the University of Johannesburg’s Soweto campus, the South African Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu) brought labour unions, civil rights organisations and activists under one umbrella. According to Saftu, the aim of the summit is to unite unions and people who choose to fight against capitalism and other social ills in society. This they aim to do in a mass movement of the working class, guided by Marxist-Leninist ideology.
Guest (In Studio): Zwelinzima Vavi, general secretary of South African Federation of Trade Unions (Saftu)
When delivering the 2018 Nelson Mandela Lecture, former US president, Barack Obama proposed an inclusive, market-based system that taxed the rich enough to pay for universal health care, retirement security, infrastructure and scientific research.
Guest: Dominic Brown, Coordinator of the Economic Justice Programme AIDC Guest: Leon Louw, Executive Director, Free Market Foundation
With July being National Savings Month, we speak to Dr Kobus Du Toit, about the benefits of connecting with ourselves, and how that drives the important decisions we make, whether it be financial, career-related, or any other Important decision in our lives.
GUEST: Dr Kobus Du Toit - Inspirational speaker, a registered brain profile practitioner, author, counsellor and life coach.
Sexual and gender minorities are becoming more vocal, more visible and more determined in working towards full social inclusion on the African continent. But what can this latest trend be attributed to - is Africa finally embracing the LGBTI community?
GUEST: Dr Finn Reygan, Chief Research Specialist at Human Sciences Research Council
We represent, everybody who was born in Western Cape pre 1994, colour doesn’t matter. According to them, Demographics should not be implemented, “it’s hurting us”. “They say houses shouldn’t be given to only black people, everything we are saying is being lost in translation, because people are bringing up race. Coloured people is a disgusting term, which is another term another thing the ANC messed up” The spokesperson of the organization which has been in existence for 3 months, Fadiel Adams says it’s only been 3 months and politicians are running scared of them, adding “we didn’t start this to be popular”
GUEST: Fadiel Adams – Spokesperson for Gatvol Capetonians
In a statement, from the Senior Executive Team of Wits University to the Universities’ Colleagues and Students, Wits said “the designation of students on the University’s student systems will no longer reflect titles such as Mr, Ms, or Mrs, etc. as from 16 July 2018. “The statement further states that “This decision affirms those who are transgender, non-binary or gender non-conforming within the University community, who wish to hold a title that affirms their identity. The University recognizes that it is invalidating and distressing for a person who, for an example, was assigned female at birth but identifies as male to be constantly addressed by a non-affirming title in University correspondence and systems.”
GUEST: Mx Tish Lumos - Programme Coordinator: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Advocacy at the Wits Transformation and Employment Equity Office
Post the 8th Provincial Elective Conference of the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal – we look at the influence of the ANC Youth League in the province. The young lions wanted to entrench a "generational-mix" concept and their wish was granted judging by the outcome of the conference.
GUEST: Thanduxolo Sabelo, Provincial Secretary of the ANC Youth League in KwaZulu-Natal
ANC Secretary, Ace Magashule has called on members to be united and criticized those that took the party to court saying they should instead use internal structures. This follows attempts to stop the ANC elective conference in KwaZulu Natal. Magashule says a united ANC in KwaZulu-Natal is a major contributing factor to the party's performance on elections nationally...This morning we will look at the two KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng ANC provincial elective conferences, which happened over weekend, amid uncertainty about party unity and other challenges facing the party...
GUESTS: Political Analyst Aubrey Matshiqi
Time now for our regular Friday feature "Men Talk". Today we look at "The things that make men feel insecure". At the core of this discussion is the need for men to be strong characters and never insecure about anything. Everyone is insecure to a certain degree BUT we are living in a society that doesn't support men in sharing their insecurities. So as a man, what is your biggest insecurity? For more we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Jerry Mofokeng - A Relationship Consultant and Marriage Counsellor:
The Department of Basic Education says it is studying the judgment handed down by the Bhisho High Court in the Eastern Cape, which effectively ordered the government to fix "loopholes" in the legislated minimum norms and standards for school infrastructure. For more we are now joined in studio by
GUEST: (In studio) Department of Basic Education spokesman, Elijah Mhlanga
Sexual and gender minorities are becoming more vocal, more visible and more determined in working towards full social inclusion on the African continent. But what can this latest trend be attributed to - is Africa finally embracing the LGBTI community?
GUEST: Dr Finn Reygan, Senior Research Specialist at Human Sciences Research Council
The ANC on Wednesday confirmed the arrest of one of its employees allegedly involved in "serious crimes". This comes after Johannesburg Mayor Herman Mashaba made a claim that one of the suspects arrested in a recent cash-in-transit heist in Dobsonville. Mayor Mashaba also claims that 2 ANC ministers are also involved in serious crimes.
guest: Mayor Herman Mashaba
The Black Imbizo, a dialogue platform for Africans to engage on issues affecting Africans, is set to take place at the Newtown Cultural Precinct, in Johannesburg, tomorrow (Saturday). The Black Imbizo is a movement based on love and the restoration of African dignity. The initiative aims to address and redress the injustices that black people have been going through for over 400 years and continue to suffer the latter in present day colonialism. For more on this, I am now joined by....
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Ntsiki Mazwai - Poet, beads artist, a Black Nationalist and Founder of The Black Imbizo
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Vukulu Sizwe - Author and Black Centric Forum President
The Minister of Police, Bheki Cele says they will look into increasing the number of police officials and units in the Western Cape, but will not deploy the army to the province. Cele and the police's top brass were briefing the media in Cape Town saying they're making inroads in the fight against crime in the province.
GUEST: Dr Chris De Kock - Who is an Independent Crime and Violence analyst
SANParks says a game ranger was shot and killed by suspected poachers at the Kruger National Park on Thursday. For more we are now joined on the line by South African National Parks, spokesperson Ike Phaaphla
Comparative analysis between Zimbabwe and South Africa by Joy Chimombe (some interesting and alarming similarities between Zimbabwe before it collapsed and SA right now)
GUEST: On the line (UK): Joy Rufaro Chimombe, African Affairs Researcher at Xubera Institute for Research and Development
Sifiso Falala shares thoughts on the upcoming BRICS Summit and areas that still require attention in ensuring that BRICS make the same impact with businesses in South Africa as we have seen with China’s One Belt One Road global reach initiative. He argues that, at present South Africa’s inclusion in BRICS means absolutely nothing to South African businesses.
GUEST: Sifiso Falala, CEO of Plus 94 Research
Few leaders - whether in America or Africa - leave office with former US President Barack Obama's record of public service unblemished by scandal, accusations of lying, defying or circumventing laws, or actions of self-enrichment, this according to Wits Professor, John Stremlau. He says leaders that eschew these traits are easily discernible and their behaviour adds authority and endurance to their legacies. Professor Stremlau adds that Obama's most lasting legacy may be his leadership traits, which were rooted in a commitment to sustainable democracy, no less than his hero, the late president, Nelson Mandela.
GUEST: Professor John Stremlau is a Visiting Professor of International Relations at the University of the Witwatersrand.
***BACKGROUND ON O.B: The Township and Rural Economies Summit 2018 takes place against the backdrop of a renewed government effort to advocate for economic redistribution and a more inclusive economy. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Black Economic Empowerment Advisory Council (BEEAC), and Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism are hosting the summit to address challenges experienced by small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs), entrepreneurs, cooperatives and previously marginalized communities, with the aim of developing sustainable solutions and skills to grow the economy. guest : Stineke Jensma-Chief Director Regional Industrial Development at DTI
Speaking at the 100th anniversary commemoration of Mandela’s birthday at Mvezo, in the Eastern Cape yesterday, President Cyril Ramaphosa said the late president would be highly aggrieved to see racism rearing its ugly head in South Africa and across the globe.
CLIP: RAMAPHOSA GUEST: Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa – Chairperson of the Moral Regeneration Movement
The recently launched University Business Challenge (UBC) will see South African students participate in teams in a business simulation competition designed to develop their entrepreneurship skills. The competition basically is designed to engage and develop students’ employability and enterprise skills so that they’re given a head start in life. In other words. The live finals will be held during the last week in August during National Student Entrepreneurship Week. The aim of the UBC, now in its 20th year, is to tackle South Africa’s high level of youth unemployment. The competition simulates a business environment and students are given a problem to solve. The simulation is designed to foster skills such as analytical thinking, problem solving, commercial awareness and team-working. The teams taking part will also have a chance to win up to R50, 000.
GUEST: Tope Toogun, development advisor and CEO of Cognity Advisory, adviser to governments at regional and national levels in Africa. He works on developing and implementing strategies for building market relevant skills in the economy, creating employment and promoting economic growth
(The have had a lead up to Mandela Day, by starting the procedures from the beginning of the month) The University of the Western Cape’s Faculty of Dentistry is celebrating 40 years of excellence in July 2018 - since producing its very first crop of graduates in 1978. This Mandela Day the Faculty of Dentistry will make 100 senior citizens smiles from ear to ear when they receive new dentures in July, in celebration of Mandela Day 2018. The Faculty makes 5,000 dentures per year, but in honour of former President Nelson Mandela, 100 extra will be made in service to senior citizens.
GUEST: Dentistry Deputy Dean, Dr Emile Prince, He is responsible for providing incisive professional leadership as well as assistance in managing the Clinical Training platform of the faculty.
Each and every year Park Meadows management team gives 67 Blankets a centre court allocation to celebrate not only Tata Madiba's birthday but also to showcase our initiative and this year is no exception. However, this year the theme of the show stand is focused on his centenary and the displays, blankets and scarves will have a Proudly South African twist to the event. We will be collaborating with resident and renowned fine artist Solomon Mugutso who will have completed a life size portrait of Tata Madiba.
GUEST: Lynton Lefevre - 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day Ambassador and the event organizer for the event below. He will also chat about the 27 KM scarf event happening on the 29th of July.
On Thursday, 19 July 2018, Future Nation Schools will host their inaugural The 2018 Nelson Mandela School SleepOut where students, parents, and teachers will be challenged to spend the night outdoors on their school grounds.
The Nelson Mandela School SleepOut Empowered by Liliesleaf: For The Tomorrow Trust will see learners, parents and teachers spend a night outdoors, gaining empathy for vulnerable communities and collecting items for Satellite Beneficiaries, in solidary with The Nelson Mandela Legacy SleepOut - Robben Island Edition. The students and teachers are proud to have had the opportunity to take part in Mandela Day this year and be a part of The Nelson Mandela School SleepOut
GUEST: Mampho Langa - head of schools for future nation
For a long time South Africa’s level of unemployment has been critical. Unemployment disproportionately affects black people along the Apartheid era racial classification lines. Over the years the government has come up with several economic policies that promised mass job creation but these have all failed. Some business oriented economists and commentators have blamed the high unemployment on SA’s lack of skills and the education system’s failure to deliver. In today’s show we revisit the unemployment crisis and interrogate the notion of a lack of skills in South Africa.
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Ivor Baatjes - Director at the Centre for Integrated Post-school Education and Training (CIPSET), at the Nelson Mandela University, in Port Elizabeth and also Chair of the Education Policy Consortium (EPC)
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Nhlanhla Ndlovu - From the Studies in Poverty and Inequality Institute (SPII)
Meanwhile, KwaZulu Natal still has the highest number of people living with HIV, followed by Mpumalanga and the Free State. There's an increase in the number of new infections in the Eastern Cape and the Western Cape. For more, we are now joined by…
GUEST: KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC, Dr Sibongiseni Dhlomo
The number of new HIV Infections in South Africa has dropped significantly since 2012 by 44 percent, this according to a recent report by the Human Sciences Research Council. The 2017 HIV Prevalence, Incidence, Behaviour and Communication Survey shows that 4.4 million people living with HIV are on treatment. The late former President, Nelson Mandela was concerned about the impact of HIV in the country and commissioned research into the epidemic for the first time in 2002. For more on this we are now joined on the line by....
GUEST: Mark Heywood, the executive director of Section27. Mr Heywood who is a prominent activist has been involved in the fight against HIV/AIDS
Douglas Gibson pays tribute to our late former President Nelson Mandela and talks about how opposition parties used to view/tackle the ruling party during the days of Madiba.
GUEST: Douglas Gibson, former SA’s Ambassador to Thailand
Time now for the African Perspective. Today the spotlight is on Eritrea, a northeast African country on the Red Sea coast, which won independence from Ethiopia in 1993 after a 30-year war. Between 1998 and 2000 Eritrea and Ethiopia engaged in a full-scale war in which 70,000 people are thought to have been killed, after the two countries expelled each other’s' envoys. And now, Eritrea and Ethiopia have so far agreed to re-open embassies, develop ports and restart flights. For more we are now joined on the line by....
GUEST: Professor Iqbal Jhazbhay, a full Professor at the University of South Africa. He served for four years and six months as South Africa's Ambassador to the State of Eritrea and is currently, completing a book with the title: Why Has the Eritrean State Not Collapsed?
The state of SA’s power sector, power sector growth across the continent, and opportunities for foreign investors. Amid ongoing questions about the state of South Africa’s power infrastructure and utilities management, other countries across Africa are moving toward legislative reform to pave the way for progressive new infrastructure partnerships with compelling investment potential. Could SA be missing its chance to be a top infrastructure investment opportunity? GUEST: Gareth Gregory, Africa Head, Strategic Energy and Client Delivery in the commercial division, Energy Security Services Africa (ESSA), and Advisory board member of POWER-GEN & DistribuTECH Africa.
To quote Desmond Tutu, “When the missionaries came to Africa they had the Bible and we had the land. They said 'Let us pray.' We closed our eyes. When we opened them we had the Bible and they had the land”. It is believed largely in Africa, that If you pray hard, pay your tithes, go to church regularly and serve God with all your heart, you will succeed In life. But Africa continues to be plagued by many social issues, poverty, disease, conflict amongst others. Which then begs the question, where do Africa’s prayers go? In his recent social media post, Bishop Joshua Maponga speaking about prayer says “…prayer is not a solution for everything…prayer does not answer poverty. Poverty is an economic problem, and if you don’t have an economic formula to turn around your economics, prayer cannot help you”
GUEST: Bishop Joshua Maponga – Cultural Activist, Writer, fighter of spiritual colonialism
Professor Susan Booysen unpacks Madiba’s Legacy from the days of Codesa negotiations to his famous reconciliation project, and the question we are asking this morning is - Did South Africa do enough to support his vision?
GUEST: Professor Susan Booysen is Director of Research at the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (Mistra) and Visiting Professor at the Wits School of Governance, University of the Witwatersrand
The SABC Editorial Policy draft is now available for final public comments till 1st August 2018. The South African Broadcasting Corporation went out to the public to ask for submissions and comments on its editorial policies. The intention of this exercise was to make sure that South Africans were widely consulted, and that the final policies will be compliant with the law, and as reflective of South Africa's views as possible. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Philly Moilwa, the General Manager for Regulatory Affairs at the SABC
South Africa the convention is that women adopt their husband’s surname once they get married. South African law covers this aspect of name change in Section 26 of Births and Deaths Registration Act [27] and women are still free to make the decision on their own or in consultation with their partner once married. So, what’s in a surname? What is the significance of women changing their surnames after marriage? In the history of Africa, were women expected to change surnames? Does a woman not taking her husband’s surname have a bearing on how the man sees his himself in the context of the relationship, from an African cultural perspective? What is the History behind Maiden vs. Married Names in Africa? When do Clan names come into play? GUEST: Nelson Makhabane Tshabalala – Historian and award-winning Author
Thembalethu Zulu shares thoughts on the composition of the French soccer team. She questions why some people are suddenly declaring France as a pseudo African team and argues that what we are seeing is a microcosm of the continued effects of colonialism.
GUEST: Sowetan S Mag editor, Thembalethu Zulu
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government has reportedly awarded members of the security services a 22.5% "special allowances" rise. Some analysts in the country see the move as a way of "buying votes". Meanwhile, Zimbabwean opposition leader Nelson Chamisa has reiterated their calls for electoral reform; he says Mnangagwa wants to cause instability in the southern African country by trying to steal the forthcoming election through the "manipulation" of the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission. What do you make or read into the latest developments in Zimbabwe? For more on this we are now joined on the line by…
GUESTS: International Crisis Group, Southern Africa Consultant and analyst, Piers Pigou
This morning we are talking about the importance of preserving Robert Sobukwe’s legacy, asking – do we really understand and appreciate the role he played in changing the political landscape of this country?
GUEST: Benzi Ka Soko, Independent political analyst
Time now for our regular Friday feature "The Wind Down". This morning we profile award-winning, Afro-pop sensation, Ntando Bangani. The multi-platinum selling artist is back with a new album titled, "Mayibuye", after a two-year break from the music industry. He now joins me in studio…
GUEST (In studio): Afro-pop sensation, Ntando Bangani
Time now for our regular Friday feature Men Talk. Today we look at the socialization of both the boy and girl child. How do we raise our boys? We at times tell them to be strong and not to show any emotions, especially those that will make him less of a man such as crying openly and publicly. We say to a boy child tiger’s don't cry, what does that mean? What are the long term results of this type of an upbringing to both the boy child and society at large? For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Mbuyiselo Botha -Gender activist at the Commission for Gender Equality.
Back in 2015 the Rev Ecclesia De Lange expressed a deep disappointment at the Constitutional Court's decision to dismiss her appeal over her axing from the Methodist Church. The Court’s Dismissal was over an arbitration agreement with the Methodist Church of Southern Africa. She was suspended from the church and discontinued as an active minister in 2010, for breaching church’s policy, after announcing her intended marriage to her same-sex partner. She has recently withdrawn her litigation process with regards to her suspension, and joins us now to unpack her reasons why, the journey with the case thus far, what implications this withdrawal has on the LGBTI community and fair treatment as it relates to positions for them within the church. Furthermore, she unpacks the work they do at Inclusive and affirming Ministries…
Guest: Rev Ecclesia De Lange, Director of Inclusive and Affirming Ministries
As we continue with the discussions on the quest for the expropriation of land without compensation and how this is to be done within the law, the freedom Charter has been thrust in the spotlight. The pre amble of the Freedom Charter states “We, the People of South Africa, declare for all our country and the world to know that South Africa belongs to all who live in it, black and white, and that no government can justly claim authority unless it is based on the will of all the people; that our people have been robbed of their birthright to land, liberty and peace by a form of government founded on injustice and inequality…” This morning we ask: Do the values and ideals of the Freedom charter have a place in a capitalist South Africa?
GUEST: Xolela Mangcu, Ph.D. (Cornell) – Professor at the Department of Sociology at the University of Cape Town
The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) yesterday (12 July 2018) convened its inaugural Local Links Leadership Conversations Lecture Series Seminar, at the WITS School of Governance (WSG) under the theme "Honouring the Legacy of Nelson Mandela through Inspiring Thought Leadership in Local Government Sphere". As part of its strategic agenda, SALGA continuously formulates and implements a range of municipal leadership focused interventions aimed at enhancing the capacity of municipalities to adequately respond to the challenges they face in local government. For more on this we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: SALGA CEO, Xolile George
What does it say about the state of equality in SA today? The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Thursday released a scathing report on the government's failure to address inequality and poverty. The organization’s Equality Report for 2017-2018 evaluated the government’s programme of radical socio-economic transformation from a rights-based perspective. Are we becoming more of an unequal society? What role is government’s intervention playing in the inequality? We unpack the findings of the report with Professor Ben Turok.
Guest: Ben Turok is director of the Institute for African Alternatives.
This are the findings, based on a projection by the World Poverty Clock and compiled by Brookings Institute, 87 million Nigerians are living under the poverty line. Nigeria is currently the largest economy in Africa, what then is contributing to the high levels of poverty in the country?
GUEST (Studio): Dr Peter Karungu, who is the Managing Partner at Synthecon, Incorporated and economist
Over 60% of South African homes are fatherless, according to reports. In a recent advertisement washing powder brand, Omo claimed 57% of South African kids were raised without fathers, in an advert celebrating people who fulfill this role. Latest data puts the figure of absent fathers, including those who have died, above 60%. This morning we examine South Africa’s first Fathers Report which focuses on the involvement of non-resident biological and social fathers in parenting and caregiving.
GUEST: Tawanda Makusha, Senior Research Specialist at Human Sciences Research
Vachellia Premium Vodka, an exciting new, 100% Black-youth owned Premium Vodka brand. The Vodka is said to be meticulously crafted in small individual batches using a combination of innovative and experimental techniques, which is a harder way to distil but produces a product such as Vachellia Premium Vodka, one that is vastly more authentic and superior. Vodka Vachellia Premium Vodka is 100% youth owned and managed. It was founded by 21 year old Thabiso Mogodi. GUEST (Studio): Thabiso Mogodi – Founder and CEO of Vachellia Premium Vodka
GUEST (Studio): Siyabonga Sangquthu - COO of Vachellia Premium Vodka
Is land expropriation aimed at whites? FF Plus leader, Dr Pieter Groenewald says the pronouncements from President, Cyril Ramaphosa and Minister for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Zweli Mkhize that blacks and traditional leaders are excluded from the envisaged expropriation process, show the true colours of the ANC about the fact that expropriation without compensation is aimed at white people. We speak to Dr Groenewald, about the anxiety and worry farmers are facing at the moment...
GUEST: FF Plus leader, Dr Pieter Groenewald
Today's university graduates are struggling to find work, as most positions require work experience. But how can you have experience, if you're struggling to find work? In response to this, the South African Breweries (SAB) has introduced a graduate management training programme, aimed at providing university graduates with the relevant on-the-job experience. The Trainee program is an intensive 10 month rotational training program which attracts the brightest, most driven graduates and nurtures their talent by giving them relevant experiences. For more we are now joined on the line by...
GUESTS: Wendy Florence, People Continuity Director at the South African Breweries (SAB) and AB InBev Africa
A notable observation that has been made by the Public Service Commission is that there seems to be a lack of control with regard to public servants exiting the Public Service through resignations, where there is cashing out of their pensions and thereafter being reappointed into the service. They argue that this trend needs to be further investigated.
GUEST: Michael Seloane, who is a Commissioner at the Public Service Commission
New communications technology has facilitated the development and growth of new taxi services such as Uber and Taxify. Uber has been a pioneer in this “sharing economy” with drivers owning their vehicles and seen as entrepreneurs contracted into the Uber system. However, the company and its drivers have been on the receiving end of often violent protests. In South Africa there have been clashes between metered taxi and Uber drivers with some drivers murdered and cars burnt in Johannesburg and Pretoria. Omar Parker – Provincial Manager for the National Union of Public Service and Allied Workers (NUPSAW) in the Western Cape Teresa Munchick – One of the core founders of the Advocacy Group “The Movement”, an organization representing Uber and Taxify drivers
On Tuesday, Government is hosted the #100MenMarch to raise awareness on violence against women and children. Arthur Mafokate came under strong criticism after it was revealed he wanted to take part in the march, given the fact that he is currently entangled in a court case where he is accused of assaulting his musician ex-girlfriend Busisiwe Twala, aka Cici. The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) distanced itself from the kwaito star, saying a personal invitation was never issued to Mafokate nor was he ever appointed as an official march ambassador. How should society treat ‘abusers’ or former ‘Abusers’?
GUESTS: Patrick Shai, founder and managing director of Khuluma Ndoda and reformed abuser.
Time now for the African Perspective, as customary on a Tuesday we profile an African country, today the spotlight is on Ivory Coast, also known as Côte d'Ivoire. This is a tropical country in southern West Africa on the Gulf of Guinea (North Atlantic Ocean), bordered in the north by Mali and Burkina Faso, in west by Liberia and Guinea, and in east by Ghana. For more than three decades after its independence from France, Ivory Coast was known for its religious and ethnic harmony, as well as its well-developed economy. For more on the country, we are now joined in studio by Jacques Kouakou, who is the Head of the France service at Channel Africa...
GUESTS: Jacques Kouakou, who is the Head of the France service at Channel Africa
Has the public spat between the DA and Cape Town mayor, Patricia de Lille, taken a political toll on the party? Has the DA's internal crisis deepened after de Lille's court victory, after the High Court in Cape Town set aside her dismissal? To examine the current state of the DA, we are now joined on the line by the former leader of the DA, Tony Leon...
GUEST: Former leader of the DA, Tony Leon
Professor Christie van der Westhuizen is arguing that there was nothing good about Apartheid and she will therefore explain how the concept of Capitalism was applied to the exclusion of many. According to her, the implementation after 1994 of the NP’s model of neo-federal capitalism ensured that while whites lost political power, they retained control of the country’s wealth.
GUEST: Professor Christie van der Westhuizen, Author of the book: White Power & the Rise and fall of the National Party. Her recent book is titled ‘Sitting Pretty: White Afrikaans Women in Post-apartheid South Africa
Yesterday, another suspicious device was found at the Pavilion shopping centre in Durban. On Saturday, a suspicious device was found in a Woolworths store at the Gateway Mall, also in Durban, and earlier in the week, similar devices were found at the same retail chain – one in Gateway and one at The Pavilion.
GUEST: Willem Els, Senior Training Co-ordinator, Transnational Threats and International Crime at the Institute for Security Studies
The South African government is reevaluating its position on its proposed exit from the International Criminal Court (ICC). International Relations Minister, Lindiwe Sisulu hinted last week that the government might reconsider the controversial decision. In 2016, two African states, South Africa and Burundi, had made official decisions to leave the ICC. South Africa's fallout with the ICC started after a visit by Sudanese President, Omar al-Bashir to the country in 2015 to attend the African Union summit. South Africa has criticized the Hague-based institution for perceived anti-African bias. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Ottilia Maunganidze, who is the head of special projects at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS)
President Cyril Ramaphosa recently admitted that the country’s governance is collapsing. Does this suggest that South Africa is at the tipping point? What do we need to do to fix our country’s dysfunctional state?
GUEST: Mashupye Maserumule, Professor of Public Affairs at Tshwane University of Technology
As the winter initiation season is nearing its end, disturbing reports have emerged suggesting that more initiates have died in initiation schools in the Eastern Cape compared with last year. These deaths occurred despite government interventions. Where then do we point the finger? What role can traditional leaders play in curbing these deaths?
Guest: Nkosi Mkhanyiseli Dudumayo, chairperson of the OR Tambo District Initiation Forum GUEST: Fikile Xasa, MEC for Local Government and Traditional Affairs in the Eastern Cape
Single/unmarried/Divorced fathers in South Africa are commonly believed to be largely uninvolved or disinterested in their children’s daily lives, and have to be forced to financially take care of their children. From the 5th of January 2018, Sections 2, 11 and 13(b) of the Amendment Act were operationalized, where in amongst others, provision is made for that parents who default on child maintenance will have their personal information submitted to credit bureaus, and face being blacklisted. For some men, their reason behind little to no presence in their children’s life, financially and otherwise, is a conflictual relationship with the child/ren’s mother after the demise of the parents’ romantic relationship, where the children become collateral damage. This morning we aim to understand, is it always their fault?
Guest: Fumani Shilubana - Founder & CEO of FatherFigureZA Guest: Gary Da Silva, Public Relations Officer, Fathers-4-Justice South Africa
In a lightbulb moment, Lesley Waterkeyn - Founder and CEO of Colourworks - knew just how her company, along with partner DesignersInk, could contribute towards Entrepreneurial growth and sustained development in a creative and meaningful way. What if a team of designers could create the foundation for SMEs in this country to kickstart their businesses into full gear with uniquely crafted logos and brand collateral at no cost to the fledgling companies? Overnight 67 Logos was born! The concept involves 67 designers masterminding 67 logos, a business card and email signature - for 67 small South African businesses in dire need of the brand and marketing material required to get their companies off the ground in the most professional way possible. They believe in doing their part to Pay it forward in a sustainable way. Having chosen the Businesses they are doing logos for, they are now calling on corporate South Africa to contribute in the training of these entrepreneurs…
Guest: Lesley Waterkeyn- Founder and CEO of Colourworks
Many South Africans still consider the lesbian gay bisexual transgender and intersex (LGBTI) community to be different. Craig Chapman, programme coordinator at Right to Care says “This leads to LGBTI individuals suffering from self-discrimination, social isolation, depression, substance abuse and suicidal behaviour”. Guest: Craig Chapman, programme coordinator at Right to Care (Craig is also a member of the LGBTI community)
The Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa (Contralesa) says it agrees with Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) that the state shall be the custodian of the land. At a joint press conference held yesterday, Contralesa General Secretary Zolani Mkiva announced that they fully support the EFF's policy of land expropriation without compensation and want section 25 of the Constitution amended to allow this...
GUEST: CONTRALESA PRESIDENT, KGOSI MOKWENA
Delegates from around the world will be gathering in Warsaw, Poland today to hold crucial votes on Amnesty International’s position on safe and legal abortion and how States control the production, sale and use of drugs.
Cheryllyn Dudley, ACDP MP & Whip for smaller parties in Parliament
South Africa has joined more than 50 African states in signing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCTFA) agreement, which is aimed at facilitating a single market for goods and services on the continent. This is being called the largest free trade agreement since the creation of the World Trade Organization. Dr Reuel Khoza believes it is absolutely fundamental to the development of our country and continent that we thoroughly interrogate and encourage governments, businesses and civil society alike to shift the isolationist thinking of many South Africans. “We need to find ways of illuminating why it matters and the dire prospects for the continent if we fail to make this paradigm shift.
Guest (Studio): Dr Reuel Khoza is an exponent of African-led, globally competitive economic development initiatives and is a distinguished thought leader and lecturer on diverse business topics.
Sisonke are calling for support for the full decriminalization of sex work. Currently, South Africa fully criminalizes sex work, for both buyers and sellers. Sisonke, a movement of sex workers, by sex workers says this has resulted in stigma and discrimination against sex workers; extraordinarily high levels of violence; exploitation of minors, and lack of access to health and legal services for sex workers. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Sisonke's national coordinator, Kholi Buthelezi, who says the lives of sex workers are not negotiable...
GUEST: Kholi Buthelezi - who is the Sisonke national coordinator
Time now for our SME feature; today we speak to Charmaine Ngobeni, a highly motivated and talented creative designer and Art Director, with over 10 years of experience in the Creative industry. Charmaine is the Founder and CEO of Conté Agency, an agency founded in 2014, with the aim to build up African Creative Individuals in their respective sectors, by providing opportunities for them to enhance their skills and make a growing profit. She now joins me in studio…
GUEST : Charmaine Ngobeni, the Founder and CEO of Conté Agency
Capetonians are now paying more for water and charged according to Level 6 tariffs. The City announced back in May that it would do away with plans for punitive water tariff increases of 55% for households which consume less than 6kl a month – was this not enough, what informs current objections?
GUESTS: Faiez Jacobs, Provincial Secretary of the ANC
The Inkatha Freedom Party leader, Inkosi Mangosuthu Buthelezi has rejected proposals by the ANC for the government to take control of rural land‚ including that owned by the Ingonyama Trust. Buthelezi was among the traditional leaders who attended an Imbizo in Ulundi in northern KwaZulu-Natal. The Imbizio was initiated by the King of the amaZulu, Goodwill Zwelithini. Inkosi Buthelezi has vowed to take the government to the highest court in the land to defend the Ingonyama Trust.... GUEST: Inkosi Mangosuthu Buthelezi guest: IFP CHIEF WHIP, NAREND SINGH
Statistics South Africa says almost ten million people had formal sector jobs in the first quarter of this year. Last week, Stats SA released its jobs data at a media function in Johannesburg. Stats SA says formal sector jobs increased by 54-thousand in the first quarter. On our Youth Employment feature this morning, we look at why 3 million youth, between the ages of 15 and 24 are without jobs and how do we bring in - and keep - 3 million young people into the economy? Joining me on the line for this discussion is
GUEST: Neil Robinson, the CEO of social enterprise business, The Relate Trust.
The South African Post Office has announced the transfer of over 1 million social grants beneficiaries from the outgoing CPS Sassa card to the new Sassa card issued by Postbank. This figure did not include those beneficiaries that have willingly opted to take-up Postbank Mzansi accounts as their preferred payment method. GUEST: Abraham Mahlangu as acting CEO at the South African Social Security Agency (Sassa)
For over a decade, community healthcare workers (CHW’s) have become an indispensable part of the state’s healthcare provision in South Africa. There are over 70000 care workers in South Africa, mainly women, who serve the most desperate and poor members of our communities who need added support due to their illness or disability.
Guest: Ms Emmanuelle Daviaud (daviod) - Senior Specialist Scientist, Health Economist at the Health Systems Guest: William More - A Community care-worker and Deputy President of the National Union of Carewrokers of South Africa (NUCWOSA)
This past Sunday The Democratic Alliance announced its list of candidates nominated for the position of premier in their respective provinces ahead of its 2019 election campaign. Stanford Makashule Gana, Ghaleb Cachalia, Refiloe Ntsekhe National Spokesperson and Deputy Federal Chairperson and Tshwane Mayor Solly Tshepiso Msimanga are amongst the candidate list. This morning we host two of those candidates, to unpack what they will bring to the premiership of Gauteng, and issues around BEEE and empowerment policies & Transformation?
Guest (Studio): Makashule Gana, Democratic Alliance member of the provincial legislature (MPL) Guest (Studio): Democratic Alliance (DA) Member of Parliament Ghaleb Cachalia
On the 1st of July 2018, the University of Cape Town welcomed new vice-chancellor Professor Phakeng who took over from Dr Max Price. Affectionately known as the Fab Academic, joined UCT in 2016, taking over from Professor Danie Visser as the deputy vice-chancellor of research and internationalisation in January 2017. In her message on taking office she said three key cornerstones of her vision are to promote transformation of UCT, to ensure excellence in all we do, and to work tirelessly to guarantee sustainability of our institution for generations to come. She joins us now to tell us more on how she aims to do that… Guest: UCT's new vice-chancellor Mamokgethi Phakeng
Time now for the African Perspective, as customary on a Tuesday we profile an African country, today the spotlight is on Gambia, a small country in West Africa. Unlike many of its neighbours, the country has experienced long spells of stability since independence. Though the Gambia is small, it offers a wide variety of sites, offering tourist excursions and attractions. For more on the country we are joined on the line by...
GUEST: Mr A Bojang, the High Commissioner of the Gambia to South Africa.
American rapper 50 Cent has landed himself in hot water on social media after mocking Terry Crews' sexual assault testimony. 50 Cent mocked Terry for essentially, letting himself be groped by another man without his consent at a party. Terry, popularly known for his role of Chris' father on Everybody Hates Chris, recently revealed that he was a victim of sexual assault two years ago and decided to share his story before the Senate Judiciary Committee. GUEST: Mbuyiselo Botha, who is a gender activist at the Commission for Gender Equality
More than 1,000 people have drowned in the Mediterranean this year sailing from Libya to Europe, with a rush in the past few days to beat an anticipated crackdown by the European Union, whilst in the US Over 2,000 children remain separated from their parents despite Donald Trump overturning the policy that split up families of people arrested at the Mexican American border. Thousands protest took place across US over Trump immigration policies.
GUEST: Loren Landau – Senior Researcher at the African Centre for Migration and Society at Wits University in Johannesburg
This morning we are joined by an Anthropologist, who will use information based on known and recorded history, of the origins and scattering/travels/displacement of the various species of mankind. According to her, this will assist us with the issue of land and race can be settled in an undisputable manner and peace can once more prevail.
GUEST: Erissa Jooste, Who is an Anthropologist
Political parties are not private entities that can do as they wish in the management of their internal affairs, this according to political analyst, Mpumelelo Mkhabela. Last week the Western Cape High Court found that the DA violated its own constitution in terminating Cape Town Mayor, Patricia De Lille's party membership. Mkhabela says the judgment entrenches in our constitutional democracy the importance of constitutional conduct by leaders of political parties and also how parties must comply with their own constitutions....
GUEST: Mpumelelo Mkhabela, who is a political analyst with the Department of Political Sciences at the University of South Africa.
The Steinhoff saga, possibly the biggest case of corporate fraud in South African business history, has dominated financial and general news since the company’s share price collapsed on 5 December 2017. According to the University Of Stellenbosch Business School (USB) the overall aim of this mini case study is not to further discredit Steinhoff or any specific individuals, but rather to distil business lessons that might alert people to new Steinhoff’s in the making. With the research, the business school reflected on real-life business cases and to extract general lessons to be learnt. We find out this morning, what has come out of the research?
GUEST: Prof Mias de Klerk - Professor of leadership and organizational behaviour at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB), and co-author of a research study on Steinhoff
Time now for our regular Friday feature "The Wind Down". As per usual on a Friday we end of on a 'high note'. Today we profile Bekezela Bothwell Nkomo, a Zimbabwean-born singer and guitarist, based in Johannesburg. Nkomo, who goes by his first name Bekezela, in 2010, while doing a part-time job working as a waiter in Sandton, composed his hit song "bekezela", a song about a long distant relationship due to circumstances out of his control. For more, we are now joined in the studio by Bekezela...
GUEST: Bekezela
Are South African men are homophobic? In recent months we have seen a spate of discrimination and violence against the LGBT community and uproar on social media over the Film and Publication Board's reclassification of the controversial movie Inxeba: The Wound, calling it an act of homophobic censorship. And in 2017, a report by the South African Institute of Race Relations, revealed how the Eastern Cape is the most homophobic province in the country. On our Men Talk feature this morning, we ask the question whether South African men are homophobic. Joining me on the line for this discussion is Jodi Williams; who states that our failure to intensify the fight against deep-seated homophobia will have detrimental consequences for the future of queers...
GUEST: Jodi Williams, who is a Communication and Advocacy Officer at the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation
The South African Savings Institute (SASI), launched its traditional Savings Month Campaign at The Venue, in Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, on Wednesday (27 June 2018). The theme for this year's National Savings Month, which runs for the month of July, is "Employer Assisted Saving". Savings Month was designed to remind consumers to strive towards financial freedom and cultivate a culture of saving. For more on this we are now joined on the line by International Speaker, Author and Entrepreneur and Acting CEO of the South African Savings Institute, Gerald Mwandiambira....
GUEST: Gerald Mwandiambira, an International Speaker, Author and Entrepreneur and Acting CEO of the South African Savings Institute
Which language should be used to teach initial literacy? Recently, there has been a lot of debate and discussion about this question, since children In South Africa, come from a variety of language backgrounds, thus many factors need to be considered before making a decision. Today we will speak to Molteno, Institute for Language and Literacy, about their Breakthrough to Literacy programme, a mother-tongue literacy course, for learning to read and write the aural and oral language skills the child brings into the classroom from home. For more, we now speak to....
GUEST: Masennya Dikotla, the CEO of the Molteno, Institute for Language and Literacy
Civil society group Right2Know is set to launch "SPOOKED", a new report on surveillance of journalists in South Africa. This latest R2K report which will be released on the fourth of July, looks at a range of case studies of journalists who appear to have been spied on, to unpack what happened, how it happened, and which parties appear to be responsible. For more on this we are now joined by....
GUEST: Murray Hunter, who is a researcher and organizer for the Right2Know Campaign
Mining unions are calling for amendments to the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), after yet another death at the Khomanani shaft at Sibanye-Stillwater's Driefontein operations. The Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) is also calling for urgent intervention, saying the current spate of deaths at Sibanye-Stillwater is a crime against humanity and that the act must be changed so that mine bosses can be prosecuted. The death toll at Sibanye-Stillwater's operations this year alone stands at over 20, close to half of the fatalities in the entire mining industry. To tell us more, we are joined on the line by….
GUEST: AMCU President, Joseph Mathunjwa
Helen Zille's recent article From the Inside: What is Racism? Has sparked heated debate on social media, with black South Africans taking to Facebook and Twitter, to state that Helen Zille has no right to decide what racism is and what's not. Zille says "this is a very difficult and vexing question to answer, but perhaps the application of the 3D test will shed some light on this highly emotive and divisive issue" GUEST: Western Cape Premier Helen Zille
There has been widespread debate on social media around the issue of "slay queens", "blessers" and prostitution. In a viral video shared on social media, under the hash tag "#DoYouBoo", actress Koketso Mothuping, who was inspired by the recent conversations, called on people to stop judging women who prostitute themselves. Koketso Mothuping says the objective of the “DoYouBoo” campaign is to tackle the taboo issues women and men in Africa are faced with but hardly discuss. For more on this campaign, she now joins me in studio....
GUEST (In studio): Koketso Mothuping, who is an actress and founder of #DoYouBoo campaign
As of 2015, the five BRICS countries represent over 3.6 billion people, or about 41% of the world population; all five members are in the top 25 of the world by population, and four are in the top 10. Countries that do not take care of their youth do not have a future, thus the future of BRICS depends on a cooperative focus on youth development. Next month South Africa is hosting the BRICS summit and the BRICS Youth Summit is also running parallel to that. This morning we unpack more about that Summit and find out from the ANC Youth League, about their expectations and outcomes they hope to see from that summit
Thapelo Maleke: President of the SA Youth Chamber of Commerce (SAYCC)
Time now for our SME Feature: Last week marked the official launch of the first annual SMME Business Plan competition. The competition is aimed at assisting potential entrepreneurs who need financial injection as well as non-financial business development support to take their businesses to the next level. For more on the competition, I am now joined in studio by…
(3 Guests in studio):
- Siyabonga Magadla, who is the Convener, of the Business Plan Competition.
**He’ll talk more on the SMME Business Plan competition
- Sabelo Mbuku, the acting Corporate Services Manager at Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA)
**The following guest will speak more about the role of Transport Seta in promoting SME development
- Thapelo Maleke: President of the SA Youth Chamber of Commerce (SAYCC)
Demographic changes such as aging populations, increasing economic participation of women in the economy, and the challenges of balancing working and family life in urban areas has contributed to greater demand for domestic workers, most of whom are female. In parallel we have calls for a minimum wage and a living wage - nowhere is this more pertinent than in the domestic work sector, where there is a well-documented need to professionalise the industry and regulate protections for such workers. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Aisha Pandor, CEO and co-founder of Sweep South, who says this sector has gone unchecked for far too long…
GUEST: Aisha Pandor, CEO and co-founder of Sweep South, a platform that connects domestic workers to those looking for domestic cleaning services.
COPE President Mosiuoa Lekota says expropriation of land without compensation will take the country "back to war". Yesterday Lekota was forced to move from his front seat at the parliamentary public hearings into land expropriation, in Limpopo, following a heated disagreement with EFF leader, Julius Malema. Lekota says the EFF's ideas around expropriation of land without compensation are disastrous and that white people did not steal land from black South Africans.
GUEST: COPE President Mosiuoa Lekota
In an attempt to address the Skills Development Gap in South Africa, Salesian Institute Youth Projects of South Africa, is calling on South Africans to change the story of the country’s unemployed youths’ lives with an appeal campaign asking people to make even the smallest donation, which will help fund programmes so that the youth can maximize their future potential. Guest: Richard Rayne, iLearn CEO Guest: Hilton Nyirenda, CEO of the Salesian Institute Youth Projects
According to the World Bank, half of South Africa's urban population lives in townships and informal settlements, accounting for a large portion of this country's population. Given these semantics, it's no surprise that 34% of working age citizens reside in townships and informal settlements. As further proof of this market's impact, the Gauteng MEC for economic development, agriculture and rural development, Lebogang Maile estimates that the township economy is worth R100bn - creating a lucrative opportunity for brands. Further to this, Ask Afrika's recently launched Kasi Star Brands survey, reveals that Kasi consumers find it difficult to find hope for the future, and that trust levels in this market are substantially different in comparison to the general South African citizen... For more on this we are now joined on the line by Joy Ruwodo, Executive at Ask Afrika
GUEST: Joy Ruwodo, Executive at Ask Afrika
For over a century, South Africa’s economy has been built around mining and agriculture. Millions of black workers gave of their sweat and blood for very little in return in these industries while the economy grew and the big bosses, mainly foreign and local white monopoly capital, profited handsomely. Since the late 1980’s the mining sector has shrunk and thousands of workers were laid off, many banished to the former homelands of Apartheid South Africa and neighbouring countries. Many have since struggled to survive and relied on retirement and other benefits due to them. However, this was not forthcoming, leaving many miners and other workers and their widows destitute.
In today’s show we look at this problem of workers’ unclaimed benefits and the national campaign to secure it.
- Dale McKinley – Who is a representative of the Unpaid Benefits Campaign
- Lunga Guza - From Workers World Media Productions
Some PAC factions met over the past weekend to discuss the issue of unity and also to come up with strategies that are aimed at healing one of the oldest liberation movements in the country.
GUESTS: 1. Luthando Mbinda, President of the PAC 2. Narius Moloto, President of the PAC (In studio) 3. Letlapa Mphahlele, former president of the PAC (In studio)
Time now for the African Perspective, as customary on a Tuesday we profile an African country, today the spotlight is on Botswana, a country that is relatively free of corruption and one of Africa's most stable countries, with the longest continuous multi-party democracy. The country has also had its share of problems; it once had the world's highest rate of HIV-Aids infection. The country is formerly the British protectorate of Bechuanaland; Botswana adopted its new name after becoming independent within the Commonwealth on 30 September 1966 and it has held uninterrupted democratic elections since independence. For more on the country we are now joined on the line by Professor Kealeboga Maphunye, from the Department of Political Sciences, at the University of South Africa (UNISA)
GUEST: Professor Kealeboga Maphunye, from the Department of Political Sciences, at the University of South Africa (UNISA)
In a country like ours where reconciliation is needed, do we really need a gathering of this kind? What were the organisers thinking and what informed this concept?
GUEST: Chumani Maxwele, UCT #RhodesMustFall and #FeesMustFall member (The student movement that is organising The Decolonial Winter School at UCT)
He is described as the man who gave a helping hand and shelter to Zimbabwean President, Emmerson Mnangagwa, when his life was under threat, from the country's former president, Robert Mugabe, in November 2017. Zimbabwe suffered high levels of inflation and economic meltdown under decades of iron-fisted rule by Mugabe. So who is this man this that came to Mnangagwa’s aid? The man I am speaking of is the Founder and Group CEO of Big Time Strategic, Justice Maphosa....
GUEST: Founder and Group CEO of Big Time Strategic, Justice Maphosa
In reaction to President Ramaphosa’s announcement of expropriation without compensation, AfriForum notified Parliament in writing that it would consult its legal team regarding the option to declare the process entailing that Section 25 of the Constitution be amended to empower the state to expropriate property without compensation as illegal. The civil rights organisation also expressed its objection to the fact that working people are excluded from the public participation process that the parliamentary committee is arranging regarding expropriation without compensation. This morning we get AfriForum’s position on expropriation, and why they are opposed to it…
GUEST: Ernst Roets is the Deputy CEO of AfriForum
According to a new study, published this week in PLOS Medicine by Andrew Kunzmann of Queen's University Belfast, and colleagues, the risk of mortality, and of developing a number of cancers, is lowest in light drinkers consuming an average of less than one drink per day across their lifetime, and the risk of some cancers increases with each additional drink per week. Dr Andrew Kunzmann joins us now to unpack the study further…
GUEST: Dr Andrew Kunzmann - Of the Centre for Public Health at Queens University Belfast
The Institute of Race Relations (IRR) warns that the 2018 Draft Mining Charter, is still profoundly flawed and continues to choke on investment. The Institute says though the Charter is better than its predecessor, it still falls far short of the regulatory framework required for a thriving mining sector capable of boosting economic growth and job creation. The latest Liberty report from the IRR provides a detailed assessment of the 2018 Draft Mining Charter. For more we are now joined on the line by…
GUEST: Dr Anthea Jeffery, Who is the head of policy research at Institute of Race Relations (IRR)
How far is the strategy on radical economic transformation (RET)? On The Talking Point, this morning we will examine the ANC's radical economic transformation goals, the concept of and terminology around radical economic transformation, which some say died out with former president Jacob Zuma's administration. But Zuma has always emphasized that radical economic transformation is government policy and arises from the ANC, and not from outside the country as many skeptics claim. Joining me now on the line for this discussion is...
GUEST: ANC Youth League KwaZulu-Natal secretary, Thanduxolo Sabelo…
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa says elections will go ahead as planned on 30 July, despite an attempt on his life this weekend. Forty-one people were injured in a blast at a rally in the city of Bulawayo, which occurred close to Mnangagwa as he was leaving the stage. The vote is the first since Robert Mugabe was ousted as president. For the latest on the current political tensions in Zimbabwe, we are now joined on the line by International Crisis Group, Southern Africa Consultant and analyst, Piers Pigou
GUEST: International Crisis Group, Southern Africa Consultant and analyst, Piers Pigou
With the discussion, we aim to understand: -Is there a pressure that men face to conform to a pre conceived idea of what masculinity is? -Amidst rapid social and economic change, why is it that our men still feel the need to hold on to an idea of Masculinity? -Is it a safe place to go, as things change, it remains familiar? Kabelo Chabalala - Columnist for the Star and Founder of The Young Men Movement
Guest: Fumani Shilubana - Founder & CEO of FatherFigureZA
-When does Masculinity become toxic? - How do we, in raising our children socialize boys and girls to be adaptable to different roles, without devaluing one over the other?
In 2013 Caribbean Heads of Governments established the CARICOM Reparations Commission (CRC) with a mandate to prepare the case for reparatory justice for the region’s indigenous and African descendant communities who are the victims of Crimes against Humanity (CAH) in the forms of genocide, slavery, slave trading, and racial apartheid. The Caricom Reparations Justice Program (CRJP) recognizes the special role and status of European governments in this regard, being the legal bodies that instituted the framework for developing and sustaining these crimes. This morning we discuss reparations, with a special focus of the Caribbean context, asking: Should former slave holding powers pay reparations to the descendants of slaves?
Guest: Yaa Ashantewaa Archer-Ngidi – Who is the Director of the Institute of Afrikology
The National Health Insurance Bill has been gazetted. Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi was releasing details on the NHI Bill and the Medical Schemes Amendment Bill, yesterday in Pretoria. Dr Motsoaledi says the first amendment in the medical schemes bill is to abolish co-payments, which means that the full cost of care should be charged to medical schemes. Meanwhile, the Free Market Foundation has questioned the government's motives relating to the NHI scheme, the foundation says the scheme and amendments are "unequivocal violations of South Africans' constitutional rights to freedom of association and access to healthcare". For more, we are now joined in studio and on the line by….
Health Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi...(In studio) Dr Kgosi Letlape, who is currently the President of the Health Professions Council of South Africa and Chairperson of the Medical and Dental Board.
Rebecca Davis & Haji Mohamed Dawjee recently penned an article in the Daily Maverick titled: Lut's People: The struggle to be gay & Muslim in South Africa. In their article they ask: How do gay South African Muslims negotiate the seemingly irreconcilable divide between their sexual orientation and their religion?
Zakaryiya says “When I was a small innocent child, I was unable to coin the phrase "gay" for myself but I always knew I was born that way. Between the ages of 11 and 15, I battled with my queerness and was unable to fathom how God could have created me this way. I felt ashamed, suicidal and depressed for a long time.”
Guest: Zakariya Moola - A mentor for young Muslim guys going through the same experience
Every year, an estimated 8 million tons of plastic end up in the ocean. With global production of plastic increasing exponentially, the amount of plastic finding its way into the ocean is likely to get much bigger. Bits of plastic that gets thrown into the ocean or swept downstream out to sea, either sinks or is picked up by currents. Much of it is eventually carried into one of five massive ocean regions and If the current trends continue, there will be more plastic in the world's oceans than fish by 2050, this according to UN secretary general, António Guterres. For more on this we are now joined in studio by KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence Board Chairman, Mr. Sipho Mkhize. The Board has launched a campaign to address the devastating effects of plastic pollution in the oceans.
guest : Mthokozisi R adebe
Profit Share Partners is about more than disruptive funding. This company is forging the way for a new movement; one that will enable the stepping stones for small businesses to become sustainable, empowered and solutions driven. For more, we are now joined in studio by...
Guest: Andrew Maren, who is the CEO of Profit Share Partners…
While the same barriers persist for women in the workplace, 2018 may be the year social awareness and legislation catalyzes a big shift. So says Sarah Babb from the University of Stellenbosch. She explains the glass cliff and says - Often, when a disaster or dramatic company restructuring occurs, a woman or person representative of a minority group is very publicly promoted to a senior leadership position. Think of Nhlamu Dlomu, appointed CEO KPMG South Africa in September 2017, following the company’s Gupta scandal. Frequently, the new position is tenuous – it can seem to set the leader up for failure, with unfair expectations for the role. And if the leader does fail, all too often the existing notion of gender bias is reinforced.
Guest: Sarah Babb, programme director, facilitator and lecturer for the University of Stellenbosch Business School Executive Development (USB-ED)
Guest: Dr Laura Brewer – Senior employment specialist at te International Labour Organisation
Guest: Dr Thembinkosi Mhlongo -Deputy Executive Secretary for regional integration ADC Secretariat and Ereck Chakauya – Network Manager at the Southern Africa Network for Biosciences
Guests: Thapelo Mohapi – General Secretary of Abahlali Basemjondolo Movement of South Africa and Musa Gwebani – Co-Head of Programmes: Social Justice Coalition.
Guest: Dumisani Ndubane lives in Tembisa, on the east end of Johannesburg. Along with his articles on Xitsonga culture, Dumisani also helped build Electrical Engineering pages on Wikiversity – a study aid as he earned his degree. He is now employed as an electrical engineer.
Guest: Ms Mmampei Chaba – Chief Director for Multilateral Cooperation and Africa at the department of science and technology
Guest: Ms Mmampei Chaba – Chief Director for Multilateral Cooperation and Africa at the department of science and technology
Time now for the African Perspective, as customary on a Tuesday we profile an African country, today the spotlight is on Ethiopia. Ethiopia, which is nestled in the volatile Horn of Africa region, is Africa's oldest independent country and is the second largest in terms of population. Ethiopia is surrounded by Sudan and South Sudan to the west, Kenya to the south, Somalia to the east, and Eritrea and Djibouti to the north. For more on the country we are now joined on the line by....
GUEST: Hailey Shamebo - Who is a businessman and political activist
Our society lacks moral standing as long as we deprive children of capability development, this according to Social philosopher and Chairman of Read to Rise, Athol Williams. He argues that South Africa’s schooling system has structured our society to deliver inequality into the future, and based on this structure, we can pick out today who the winners and losers are going to be. To tell us more about this we are joined on the line, all the way from the UK, by…
Guest (In the UK): Athol Williams is a social philosopher and Chairman of Read to Rise, a youth literacy non-profit organisation.
Democratic Alliance leader, Mmusi Maimane says the conclusions of Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane's report into the Vrede dairy project scandal is nothing, but whitewash on corruption. Maimane says Mkhwebane's report into the controversial Estina Dairy farm in Vrede, Free State, is an embarrassing cop-out as it attempts to explain the failure to hold to account the political principals who designed and orchestrated this R220 million Gupta-linked scandal. For more on this we are now joined on the line by the Spokesperson to the DA Leader, Portia Adams
GUEST: Spokesperson to the DA Leader, Mmusi Maimane, Portia Adams
Financial services group Liberty Life says its probe into the company's data breach is at an advanced stage. The company maintains none of its clients has lost money as a result of the breach. In text messages this weekend, Liberty told clients an external party's gained unauthorized access to its information. Hackers alerted the company to potential vulnerabilities in its systems, and are now demanding compensation. Liberty says it refused to pay the ransom demanded by the hackers. For more on this we are now joined on the line by…
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Liberty Holdings CEO, David Munro
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Berenice Francis, who is the President of the Institute of Risk Management South Africa and Chief Risk Officer at Imperial
VUCA: volatility, uncertainly, complexity and ambiguity is a challenging and intricate imperative. The quality of leadership, be it self-leadership, organisational leadership, entrepreneurial leadership is dependent on remaining calm and centred in a higher purpose with inner clarity in order to be appropriately responsive to your external context. This morning we unpack what it takes to lead in a time of Vuca, what qualities are required?
Guest: Yogesh Sharda - International Personal Development Trainer and workshop facilitator
EFF leader, Julius Malema, has launched a tirade against South Africans of Indian descent - claiming that many Indian people are racist. Malema was addressing a Youth Day event in Klerksdorp in the North West. The EFF leader argued strongly for black people to uplift themselves in the spirit of Black Consciousness. Malema then went on to defend EFF Chief Whip, Floyd Shivambu's recent verbal attack on Treasury Deputy DG, Ismael Momoniat. He said the EFF Chief Whip had been making a valid point about an "Indian" representing treasury in parliamentary meetings - when 80- percent of Treasury staff are black Africans. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Dr Lubna Nadvi, who is a political analyst, an activist and Researcher at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
GUEST: Dr Lubna Nadvi, who is a political analyst, an activist and Researcher at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
As South Africans commemorated Youth Day yesterday that issue of unemployment amongst the country's youth dominated addresses by various party leaders. In his address at the official commemorations in Soweto, President Cyril Ramaphosa heeded the call for job creation and urged the private sector and big companies to employ graduates as part of efforts to bring down the high unemployment rate. For more on this we now speak to youth representatives from the 3 big political parties, ANC, DA and EFF to get their views on the current challenges facing the youth… 1. ANCYL spokesperson, Mlondi Mkhize 2. DA Youth Federal Deputy Chairperson, Dikeledi Selowa 3. EFF Students' Command President, Phuti Peter Keetse
Time for our regular Friday feature 'men Talk'. Divorce is hard for both men and women. The more stressful the divorce, the more likely it is that illness will follow. Strong emotions such as sadness, anger, and confusion are quite common following the end of a marriage, especially if you're grappling with financial strains or additional responsibilities. Today on Men Talk, we will discuss "How Men should be dealing with Stress and Divorce?"
GUEST: Louis Steenkamp - Who is a family and relationship counsellor
Described as the world’s largest international choir competition, the World Choir Games comes at a time when South Africa is commemorating the centenary of former President Nelson Mandela's birth. Madiba, who passed away on 5 December 2013, would have turned 100 on 18 July 2018. The World Choir Games invites all non-professional choirs globally to participate. The competition offers a platform for competitive choirs as well as choirs with relatively little international experience to compete. This morning we find the significance of the World Choir Games to be hosted in Africa, and then, take a journey back to the History of Choral Music in South Africa…
Guest: Composer, Conductor, Arranger and Producer, Dr Thulasizwe Nkabinde has been a Music Lecturer and Conductor at Soweto College of Education, Westminster College of Education and University of Venda. Guest: Ali Mpofu, member of the local organizing committee, and CEO of the African Cultural Development Foundation. (TBC)
Last year, The World Economic Forum’s (WEF) Global Competitiveness Report ranked South Africa’s primary education system as 126th out of 138 countries. This year, IMD Business School’s World Competitiveness Report positioned SA as number 62 out of 63 countries for youth unemployment. Guest: Dr Alistair Witten from LeadershipLabSA
Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have ordered the release of former Democratic Republic of Congo rebel leader and Vice-President Jean-Pierre Bemba. Last week, appeal judges overturned his 2016 conviction on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. Bemba is yet to be sentenced for the separate charge of bribing witnesses. On the twenty-first of March 2016, the Trial Chamber had found Bemba guilty beyond reasonable doubt as a military commander responsible for two counts of crimes against humanity (murder and rape) and three counts of war crimes (murder, rape, and pillaging) committed in the Central African Republic between October 2002 and March 2003. Take a listening to Presiding Judge, Sylvia Steiner, heading down the sentence GUEST: Constitutional law expert and political analyst, Professor Shadrack Gutto
RAIL AFRICA CONFERENCE TO CREATE 50 000 JOBS IN THE RAIL SECTOR
Focus: Africa Rail together with The Jobs Summit initiative will be signing an agreement to provide at least 50,000 jobs in the rail sector for the next three years. The Africa Rail has grown to become the continent's largest and most established rail event in Africa, will host its 21st railways conference and exhibition, at the Sandton Convention Centre, today (Wednesday 13/06/18). For more on the conference, we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Jobs Summit Executive Director, Stefan Lauber
Khumbula Ngcobo, a young black industrialist, who will be talking to us about their oil business Nfuzed Energy, which is based in Centurion, Pretoria. For more he now joins us in studio...
Guests: Khumbula Ngcobo - Founder of Nfuzed Energy
The Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in South Africa: A Brief Review released by Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation(CSVR) GBV cannot be attributed to a single factor, but an interplay of individual, community, economic, cultural and religious factors interacting at different levels of society. All these factors ranging from gender inequalities between men and women, social constructions of hegemonic masculinities, social perceptions of what it means to be a man, normalisation of violence, and cultural practices such as lobola and ukuthwala, which were addressed in the report.
This morning we ask: Why is GBV widespread in South Africa despite? What influences does culture and traditions play in Gender Based Violence? We also find our more about the #TotalShutdown March organized for the 01 August 2018, aimed at Mobalising women against Gender Based Violence.
Guest: Pumla Madiba – MaMiya Intombi yakwa Mqikela, KwaGcaleka Guest: Lesley Ncube – Spokesperson for the movement #TotalShutDown on the 1st of August
The biggest threat the ANC faces going into the 2019 elections is the state of leadership in the provinces, according to political analyst, Ralph Mathekga. In one of his recent columns, Mathekga says that If provincial leadership squabbles continue to intensify in the ANC, it will undermine the talk of a "new dawn" pushed by President, Cyril Ramaphosa. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Ralph Mathekga is a Fellow at the South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) Chair: African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy at the University of Johannesburg. He is also the author of When Zuma Goes and the upcoming book, Ramaphosa's Turn.
The South African Youth Chamber of Commerce (SAYCC) is calling upon all the municipalities to employ qualified Young professionals in the accounting field to manage their finances and get rid of illiterates who are deployed to collapse the municipalities by the political parties. According to the SAYCC South Africa is faced with a mounting crisis of unemployed graduates, and these unemployed, yet qualified graduates are an answer to the current challenges facing municipalities due to poor administration and collapse in governance. Guest (Studio): Thapelo Maleke - President South African Youth Chamber of Commerce
With threats of "fire and fury" and "an enveloping fire", bringing the horror of nuclear war closer to reality again, the World Council of Churches (WCC) commission of the churches on international affairs decided to hold its meeting in South Korea so it could interact with church leadership and concerned organisations about the crisis in the Korean Peninsula.Frank Chikane, the moderator of the commission joins us to unpack How they, by hosting meetings in troubled areas, try to come up with solutions, including being in solidarity with those who are victims. On domestic issues, we find out from him what role should the church play in issues such as Land Expropriation?
GUEST: Rev Frank Chikane – Moderator of the Commission of the Churches on International Affairs of the world Council of Churches. He is also the senior vice –president of the South African Council of Churches
In September last year we looked at the situation of waste-pickers and how their survivalist situation could be improved. We learnt about a project led by Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Mr Lebogang Maile, and the Waste Recyclers Project for which a pilot was launched in Tembisa then. The project promised thousands of sustainable jobs that would not only provide stable income for waste-pickers but also ensure that much more waste is recycled and savings for the state. In today’s show we revisit the situation of waste-pickers in the country and assess progress with the promise of the pilot project.
- Simon Mbata, Chair of the South African Waste Pickers' Association (sawpa)
- Eli Kodisang - Who is from WIEGO and Organizer for the Waste Integration project of South Africa
- Eva Mokoena, Chairperson of the Interim Johannesburg Reclaimers Committee
In honour of the memory of the Gabisile Shabane, Channel Africa hosted a dialogue in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ahead of International Albinism Awareness Day, which is commemorated annually on the 13th of June, which is today, to raise awareness on the plight of people with albinism. Gabisile Shabane, 13 year old girl, with albinism, from Witbank was murdered in February 2018 by witch doctors that cut her body parts and spread them as far as Swaziland. To this day some of Gabisile's body parts have not been found. 6 months later she is still not buried as the family is still waiting for all her body parts to be found. Gabisile has become the face of hideous crimes towards people with albinism in South Africa. Following Gabisile's death a young man with albinism Xolani Mkhize's grave was violated and some of his body parts were missing. Take a listen to the following clip of Provincial police spokesman, Brigadier Leonard Hlathi outlining the kidnapping and murders of Gabisile Shabane and Xolani Mkhize. Warning the following clip may disturb sensitive listeners...
CLIP: Provincial police spokesman, Brigadier Leonard Hlathi
GUEST: Puleng Molebatsi, who is the Producer and Presenter of Bophelong - (In studio)
In his 2018/19 budget speech delivered this week, Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba reinforced the country’s commitment to the implementations of the NHI with the following budget allocations:
-The NHI is allocated an additional R4.2 billion, over the medium term. This will be funded through an amendment to the medical expenses tax subsidy -In a quest to improve overall healthcare services, the state is set to spend R205 billion on health in the 2018/19 financial year; an increase of R240 billion by 2020/21. Earlier this month, Health minister Aaron Motsoaledi admitted that Healthcare system in the country is very distressed and going through the hard time. Motsoaledi is briefing media in Pretoria following widespread reports of the country's healthcare system being in a crisis. Healthcare workers at Charlotte Maxeke Academic hospital in Johannesburg have been on strike for some time now. This morning we ask, is NHI the solution?
Guest (Studio): Professor Alex van den Heever, Chair of Social Security Systems Ad
Time now for our African Perspective feature, where we profile different African countries. Today we profile the state of Somalia. Created in 1960 from a former British protectorate and an Italian colony, Somalia collapsed into anarchy following the overthrow of the military regime of President Siad Barre in 1991. Somalia hasn't had a government since 1991, when warlords and extremist groups like Al-Shabab took over, wreaking havoc across the country and producing one of the world's biggest humanitarian disasters. But despite the climate of fear and chaos, there is something admirable about the country and its people. For more on this, we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Amir Shaik, Chairperson of the Somali Community Board of South Africa
Throwing children from households on to the streets for doing drugs may become an easy way out in dealing with substance abuse by most parents. This morning, we discuss the trauma they put their family through, and also, asking the important question of what should the appropriate be behavior in handling a child who is addicted to drugs? Sipho Mathebula a former drug addict says according to him, young people resort to drug it is boredom and lack of resources to keep young people off the streets. This morning we find out, what drove him to drug abuse, and what did it take for him to come out of it?... Guest: Sipho Mathebula - Nyaope survivor , currently working at the Creative Counsel
As long as inequality exists, the land issue is going to be part of the debate. We can't avoid that." This is according to Roelf Meyer, the Chairperson of the "In Transformation Initiative" and Former Minister of Constitutional Development. Speaking to the current anxiety experienced by South Africa's farmers on the land debate, he says there is willingness from the agriculture community to participate in land reform. Meanwhile the ANC wants government to immediately use section 25 of the Constitution to expropriate land without compensation GUEST: Roelf Meyer, the Chairperson of the "In Transformation Initiative" and Former Minister of Constitutional Development
The network of journalists around the world, held a Journalism Summit: God and the Newsroom, in Ruimsig, Roodepoort, over the weekend. The purpose of this Summit was to discuss trends in religion reporting, religious literacy in the media and media literacy in the church, religious freedom and press freedom in South Africa and the continent more broadly. So, are there still too many impediments for an ethical and fair representation of religious issues in the media? To answer this question we are now joined on the line by my guests....
GUESTS: From Nigeria: Mr. Eluem Emeka Izeze, who is a Fellow of the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs, Harvard University From New York: Mr. Paul Glader, who is a Journalism professor, former reporter at The Wall Street Journal.
It takes more than pro-choice laws to end deaths from unsafe abortions", this according to Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Activist. Dr Mofokeng says In South Africa, the procedure is legal, but major barriers to access remain. Experts believe that 50% of abortions occur outside designated health facilities, despite South Africa legalizing abortion in 1997. For more on this we are now joined on the line by....
GUEST: Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, who is a Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Activist with the Sexual and Reproductive Justice Coalition
Mining permits will be granted to thousands of illegal miners in an attempt to curb illegal mining. The Mineral Resources Department is formalizing Zama Zamas or informal miners. The Department handed legal papers to nearly one-thousand artisanal miners at the Mayibuye Multipurpose Centre in Kimberley in the Northern Cape last week. The informal miners had been illegally extracting diamond fragments from a site owned by the Kimberley Ekapa Mining Joint Venture for years. Meanwhile, the rural village of KwaMachi in Harding, KwaZulu Natal, has also been under the spotlight after a "gold" substance was discovered in Mbuthuma by road construction workers. The discovery has attracted interest from thousands of people, who travelled from as far as Johannesburg, Durban, Pietermaritzburg and the Eastern Cape to the area. MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs Sihle Zikalala has called for the suspension of "gold" mining activities in Machi, saying those who continue to mine or sell the stones would be arrested. For more on this we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Lucky Seekoei, who is the Chairperson of the Northern Cape Artisanal Miners.
The man arrested for allegedly shooting and killing his son after he mistook him for a criminal at the Fred Norman Secondary school in Ennerdale south of Johannesburg has been released on a warning. Sibusiso Tshabalala applied for bail in his first court appearance in the Lenasia Magistrate's Court following the fatal shooting on Tuesday.
Guest: Adèle Kirsten, Director of Gun Free SA
When the millionaires flee your country, be afraid, this is according to a recent article by Tony Leon, published in the Rand Mail. Tony Leon continues to quote a 2016 survey that noted that in 2015, South Africa lost 950 millionaires to emigration.
Guest: Tony Leon – Founding Leader of the Democratic Alliance leader and Former Ambassador to Argentina
It will take much more than ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa's "Thuma Mina" campaign for the party to regain lost reputational fortunes after the Zuma years. Solly Moeng, says the ANC needs to face South Africans openly and acknowledge that they were wrong to defend former president Jacob Zuma for all these years.
GUEST: Solly Moeng, brand reputation management adviser and CEO of strategic corporate communications consultancy at DonValley Reputation Managers.
When she was diagnosed with HIV at age 27, Sameshni Moodley thought her life was coming to an end. Sameshni, who was raised in an Indian household with a mentality that HIV would not affect her, resorted to substance abuse and binge eating, after finding out that she was positive. After realizing that the virus does not discriminate, she made something of herself and now lives as a pillar of hope for the Indian community.
GUEST: Sameshni Moodley - Who is a Client Executive at Marsh and Health care and Wellness specialist
While steps have been taken to make Zimbabwe a more investor-friendly destination, notably the recently repealed Indigenization Act which was previously a deterrent for investors, there is still much work to be done to lure Foreign Direct Investment. Structural and liquidity issues face the country, and policies need to be adopted to promote trade. Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa hosted an interactive “Investing in Zimbabwe” seminar to examine the practicalities of investing in the country, and considerations for potential investors. We unpack the outcomes… Guest: Steven Gamble – Director o Norton Rose Fulbright based in Johannesburg and Harare
The SAB Foundation Tholoana Enterprise Programme has provided an unusual chance for a handful of South African entrepreneurs with disabilities to reimagine their entrepreneurial careers. Since the programme’s inception in 2015, a number of entrepreneurs with various forms of impairment have participated, alongside their non-disabled colleagues. We find out exactly how they do this…
Guest: Brigit Evans Director: SAB Foundation
How do you spend your youth dodging bullets and imprisonment, fighting an unjust, cruel and inhumane system? How does one endure torture, rape, and witness brutal killings? How is it possible to experience such atrocities and yet remain unscathed?” That’s how Nomfundo Mogapi starts her article in the Daily Maverick. How does one go through such trauma, then go on to lead a nation, how does it affect them? Should we have had a process of rehabilitation / healing, beyond TRC to heal not only us as a nation, but also those in leadership positions?
Guest: Nomfundo Mogapi is the Executive Director at the Centre for the Study of Violence and Reconciliation. She is a clinical psychologist specializing in peace-building, transitional justice, traumatic stress and violence prevention.
Since Google announced its Digital Skills for Africa programme in April 2016, it has trained over 2 million young Africans in 900 communities across 29 countries. Their initial target of training 1 million young Africans on digital skills was met in March 2017, and extended to 10m in five years in July 2017. Now, Google is deepening its focus to ensure it achieves its target through launching Digital Skills in communities and aim to train jobseekers and businesses where they are - in roughly 100 communities across a number of countries including South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya.
guest: Luke Mckend, country director of Google South Africa
Sihle Tshabalala was a child genius at 16 – and a convicted criminal by age 19. During his time in prison, he became a key member of the Group of Hope programme (a prisoner initiated project that changed prison rehabilitation in SA) , where he decided to spend his life helping others avoid the mistakes he had made. Since leaving prison, he co-founded Brothers for All, taught himself how to code and has become a key voice in his community and a game changer in teaching high school dropouts, teenage moms, unemployed youth, ex-offenders and offenders Computer Programming/Coding, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing.
guest: Sihle Tshabalala - (Co-founder and CEO Quirky 30 NPC and Quirky Innovations PTY/LTD ), an international speaker and 2016 TEDx Fellow and also, an Ex-convict
For over a decade, Eskom has been beset by crises ranging from load-shedding, mismanagement, allegations of state capture and corruption and a highly dissatisfied workforce. If recent reports are anything to go by, then the crisis management situation is far from over, with Eskom apparently in huge debt and seeking solutions such as privatization. Moreover, on the labour front, trade unions are aggrieved with the current wage negotiations with Eskom offering a 0% increase.
With us to discuss these issues relating to Eskom we have…
Guest: Paris mashego – National Union of Mineworkers Energy Sector Coordinator
Guest: Mbalaheni Mbodi – NUMSA National Secretary and Negotiator
The University of the Western Cape has been ranked one of the top 150 universities in 42 emerging economies. This is according to the elite 2018 Times Higher Education (THE) Emerging Economies University Rankings. UWC ranked in 117th position out of 380 universities. The Emerging Economies University rankings, examines each university's strengths against all of its core missions which are teaching, research, citations, knowledge transfer, industry links, international outlook and the ability of matching the educational outcomes with all sectors. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Ellie Bothwell, a Journalist at Times Higher Education and THE World University Rankings, based in London...
GUEST: Ellie Bothwell, a Journalist at Times Higher Education and THE World University Rankings
On our Africa feature today, we profile the western African nation of Senegal, a country that has long been considered as one of Africa's model democracies. Senegal obtained its independence from France in 1960. The West African country, bordered by Mali, Mauritania, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau and surrounding the Gambia, is one of West Africa's most stable nations. For more on the country, we are now joined in studio by Ousmane Niang, who is a Programme manager at Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung, Southern Africa... GUEST: Ousmane Niang, who is a Programme manager at Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung, Southern Africa. (In studio)
The Vumelana Advisory Fund is a non-profit organization that helps beneficiaries of the land reform programme to develop their land in an effective and sustainable way. To date Vumelana has facilitated 15 partnerships that have the potential to mobilize an investment of R580 million, putting approximately 70 000 hectares of land to productive use, and benefitting more than 13 500 beneficiary households. According to Peter Setau, the Chief Executive of the Vumelana Advisory Fund, an attempt to use expropriation without compensation as a sole blunt instrument to solve all problems associated with land reform is bound to fail. He joins us now to tell us why… 1. Guest: Peter Setou, the Chief Executive of the Vumelana Advisory Fund 2. Guest: Mr Hezekiel Nkosi, the chairman of the Moletele Communal Property Association
Last week the Trump administration rolled out the newest edition of a report, required by law, on the state of religious freedom around the world. In his article in the daily Maverick, Brooks Spector writes “Some beyond the conference’s organizers may also argue that freedom of speech and expression is at least as important as the right to worship in one’s choice of ways. Alternatively, there is also the argument that freedoms and human rights simply aren’t divisible and rankable as primary, second-most-important, third-most-important rights, and so forth. According to that view, focusing on religious freedom – and ignoring simultaneous, sustained pressure for free speech or freedom of assembly – might sound like a rather hollow gourd” This morning we ask, is the US a moral authority to speak on the freedom of religion? What can be expected from the conference scheduled for 25-26 June? Guest: Brooks Spector - Associate Editor for the Daily Maverick
The debate on whether black people can be racist or not has emerged once again. This after an enraged Pretoria woman hurled Insults at white police officers, who attended a scene that appeared to have been an altercation between her and a white woman. In the video, that has since gone viral on social media, the enraged woman calls the other woman an "uneducated ct" and a "piece of white sht and retarded white bh". She also directs her anger at some of the police officers by calling them uneducated "pieces of sh*t". The video and other incidents have sparked an outcry throughout the country, including the sentencing of former Real Estate Agent, Vicky Momberg. Some are angered that this altercation is being referred to as racist, despite racial epithets being hurled...
GUESTS: Black First Land First (BLF) leader, Andile Mngxitama
GUESTS: Suntosh Pillay, Who is a Clinical psychologist and Committee Member of the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA)
Recently different views have emerged on social media among the black working class, some who believe that the late former president, Nelson Mandela, compromised and sold out the South African revolution by forsaking his black contemporaries in the fight for freedom. Others who defended the legacy of the struggle icon say it is important to maintain the integrity of national heroes. Meanwhile, in his latest column, Steven Friedman, a Professor of Political Studies, at the University of Johannesburg says "it’s wrong to blame South Africa's woes on Mandela's compromises". For more, he now joins us on the line...
GUEST: Steven Friedman, a Professor of Political Studies, at the University of Johannesburg
Retired Anglican Archbishop Njongonkulu Ndungane has challenged his church to fully accept gay, lesbians and to bless same sex marriages. Ndungane was delivering the main sermon at the funeral of the 74 year old former Dean of St George's Cathedral Rowan Smith, - a self-confessed gay priest. On the other hand, Archbishop Desmond Tutu told congregants that sexual orientation was not a choice but a gift. Addressing hundreds of mourners and dedicating his sermon to the LGBTI group in honour of Smith, Archbishop Njongonkulu Ndungane says the issue of blessing same sex unions in the Anglican Church remains unresolved.
We look at the (Yes) initiative – a business-led partnership with government, labour and society, which aims to empower one-million young South Africans between the ages of 18 and 34 through paid work experiences over the next three years. We also look at other issues facing the youth, ahead of June 16. Our guest is Thembinkosi Josopu, president of the South African Youth Council
The messianic church leaders were all present at the High Court in Durban in April when Zuma made his first appearance on corruption charges. The churches recently held two mass meetings in Durban, one for women and the other for traditional leaders, to continue consultations for the new party. Zuma attended both.
Guest: Ranjeni Moonsamy – Tiso Blackstar
We speak to Legendary musician Dr Sello Galane about the legacy of late Veteran jazz musician, Philip Tabane
We spoke to Conny Nxumalo, Deputy Director General for Welfare Services at the Department of Social Development about whether South Africa has made any significant strides in the protection of our children
According to Carol-Ann Foulis from DG Murray Trust,civil society in SA can’t wait for government to see it in this way. NGOs, more than ever, need to be beacons of hope in their communities; they have to reflect and reinforce the dream of an innovative and inclusive society, even as they are dealing with everyday challenges. This is why NGOs should assert their role as innovators, which would allow a more nuanced position (of interdependence) rather than simply "for" or "against". But can NGOs do that, considering they depend on funding? Sometimes from government? Talking Points: - What do we mean when we talk about innovation in civil society? - What are some of the things that are holding organisations back in terms of innovation? - A key focus of our work at DGMT is to support and strengthen civil society for increased public innovation? Guest: Carol-Ann Foulis, Director of Innovative & Inclusive Society at DGMT
Last week the Auditor General released his Audit Outcomes Report for municipalities. It painted a rather gloomy picture of many municipalities across the country. Mpumalanga was not spared. In fact some of the municipalities need urgent intervention. The majority of the offending municipalities are reportedly in Gauteng where R830-million's worth of procurement could not be audited. The second and third worst offenders are the North West and Mpumalanga. Today we zoom in on Mpumalanga, to try and understand how this sphere of government, in a province that is not so fully industrialized, was allowed to reach the levels that were highlighted by the AG. What is the first plan to stabilize its municipalities and ensure that they do not regress any further, in order to take them back to positive? To answer these questions and more, we are now joined in studio by Peter Nyoni, the new Head of Department in Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta), in Mpumalanga...
GUEST: Peter Nyoni, the new Head of Department in Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta)
CONTACT: Gregory Sithole, Office of the HOD: COGTA
When the first modern citizenship-by-investment programs were developed in the late 1980s and early 1990s, the investment migration industry was largely unformed, unknown, and unregulated. Today, by contrast, citizenship-by-investment is part of every savvy wealth manager’s vocabulary. The number of citizenship programs is also increasing steadily, as governments seek to tap into their potential to boost capital and talent inflows. The global citizenship market is now an established and fast-growing feature of the economic landscape, with prominent players such as the EU endorsing and participating in the industry. This morning we unpack exactly what the ‘global citizenship market’ entails, and how are its much-touted benefits distributed? Why, and to whom, does this market matter? Together with case studies this discussion can cover the following: a brief history of citizenship-by-investment, benefits of the industry – a win-win for governments and investors, sustainability of the industry…
Guest: Amanda Smit of Henley & Partners
Mpumelelo said in his article in Sowetan “Willemse seemed to imply that there was a difference between a "quota" player on the one hand, and a player who has worked hard to earn respect on the other. He wanted his television audience, from whom he hoped to elicit sympathy, to understand that he belonged to the latter category, not the former. The truth, however, is that without affirmative action, Willemse's competence on the rugby field wouldn't matter.”
Guest: Mpumelelo Mkhabela is a fellow at the Centre for the Study of Governance Innovation at the University of Pretoria
Zimbabwe's president Emmerson Mnangagwa has announced that the country's national elections will be held on the 30 July, this year. The July election will be the country’s first since independence in 1980 and also since the army forced 94-year-old former president Robert Mugabe to resign last November. On The Talking Point, we look at the current situation in Zimbabwe, following the new political dispensation there...
Professor Martin Rupiya - Who is with the Institute for African Renaissance Studies at the University of South Africa (UNISA)
The report, Overcoming Poverty and Inequality in South Africa: An Assessment of Drivers, Constraints and Opportunities, documents the progress South Africa has made in reducing poverty and inequality since the end of apartheid in 1994, with a focus on the period between 2006 and 2015, and the challenges that lie ahead. Accelerating poverty and inequality reduction will require a combination of policies that seek to unlock the full potential of labor markets and promote inclusive growth through skilled job creation. What are they? Guest: Dr Marek Hanusch is a Senior Economist in the World Bank's Global Practice for Macroeconomics, Trade and Investment
Time now for our SME feature. As many of you know, every Thursday we take a look at Issues and challenges within Small and Medium Enterprises. Today our focus is on Google's recently launched "Google Impact Challenge South Africa". The Challenge will see the tech giant commit approximately 25 million rands worth of grant funding to local organizations that are innovating, using technology to reach their goals and solve some of the continent's most pressing challenges. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Mzamo Masito, Marketing Director for Google Sub-Saharan Africa...
GUEST: Mzamo Masito, Marketing Director for Google Sub
A mechanical engineer turned auctioneer, is calling for transformation in the South African auction industry. Kwanele Boltina, from Riley Auctions has expressed concern that banks are failing to support black-owned auctioneering enterprises and that some companies are still predominantly owned and controlled by white people. Some corners of the auctioneering industry have called for an "auctioneering empowerment charter", to address the challenges facing black auctioneers. For more on this we are now joined in studio by Kwanele Boltina, from Riley Auctions...
GUEST: Kwanele Boltina, from Riley Auctions
Time now for our Youth Unemployment feature. Today we look at the Serious Social Investing Conference in association with Tshikululu Social Investments, current underway at Melrose Arch in Johannesburg. The Conference is aimed at driving real socio-economic transformation in both the public and private sectors, to enriching and uplifts poor and rural communities across the country. This year, the Conference will showcase 20 inspiring young South African millennials. For more on the event we are now joined on the line by...
GUEST: Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh - Who is an outspoken political commentator, scholar and musician
GUEST: Tracey Henry - Who is the CEO of Tshikululu Social Investments
The Christians of South Africa (COSA) says South Africa needs to put laws in place to regulate the retirement age for political offices. The law seeks to avoid "sleepists" and "irrational" thinkers in Parliament. COSA says Parliament like any other sectors is so important and often requires high levels of physical and mental ability...
GUEST: Pastor Derick Mosoana, Leader of the Christians of South Africa (COSA)
In December last year, the ANC adopted a policy favouring land expropriation without compensation. The issue is being discussed in parliament and increasingly South Africans are polarized around traditional Apartheid social interests including white commercial farmers, traditional leaders, parties claiming to represent landless black people etc. However, not much attention has been given to working class interests and whether the urban and rural poor are likely to benefit from land reforms, either for subsistence farming, job-creation or land for housing. In today’s show we pose the question, Land expropriation without compensation – what about the Working Class?
With us to discuss this we have…
Professor Ruth Hall, a researcher at the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS)
Advocate Wallace Mgoqi
We now shift our focus to Biotechnology, a burgeoning business sector, across the fields of science, healthcare, and food, that is making a profound impact in food security and health care, with the development of new drought tolerant crops and vaccines for HIV and other viral agents. The BIO Africa Convention which is set to take place this August, at the International Convention Centre, in Durban, will showcase Africa's biotechnology innovations in the health, agriculture and industrial sectors to the global world. For more on this, we are now joined in studio by...
GUEST: Dr. Siya Ntutela – Who is the CEO of Africa Bio, Biotechnologist; Strategist; Pharmaceutical Executive; an Intellectual and Innovation Management Expert
The Democratic Alliance (DA) says criminals should not be given the responsibility to keep South Africa safe. The DA's written Parliamentary question to the Police minister has revealed that 27 police officers working at Crime Intelligence had criminal records. Twenty of them have committed traffic-related offences and the other seven serious offences.
GUEST: DA's Shadow Deputy Minister of Police, Diane Kohler Barnard
Parliament's Police Portfolio Committee wants specialized police units to deal with Taxi violence and cash-in-transit heists.
Parliament's Police Portfolio Committee wants specialized police units to be brought on board to tackle the escalating taxi violence and cash-in-transit heists. Committee chairperson Francois Beukman says more crime intelligence assets should be allocated to dealing with highly-armed criminal syndicates. Beukman says specialized methods are needed as conventional ways of dealing with such dangerous crimes are not sufficient…
GUEST: Parliament's Police Portfolio Committee chairperson, Francois Beukman
South Africa has failed to improve on its overall competitiveness. This is according to the latest Institute of Management Development (IMD)‘s World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY). In the rankings released by the 2018 Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY), South Africa remained rooted at 53 out of the 63 countries surveyed by the IMD. In 2017 South Africa was rated 53. Of the myriad of issues that hampered SA’s growth, youth unemployment stood out starkly with unemployment amongst the youth increasing from 50% in 2017 to about 65% in 2018.
Guest: Chief Economist at Productivity SA, Dr Leroi Raputsoane
As this is the last Tuesday of the month, we will be dealing with questions that have come in during the month through my radio line, that are of a similar nature. We will also take calls and SMS’s on General Financial questions on this day.
- How do I calculate how much life assurance I need?
- I have received a letter from my insurance company informing me that my RA is falling due. I am still working. Should I continue or just stop it, or start drawing?
- Should I take into account my group life cover under my pension fund when calculating how much life assurance I need?
- How do I know how much to draw from my living annuity?
- I am changing jobs and wondered whether I should take my pension money, pay the tax and pay off my bond or preserve it? How do I do the calculations?
- Can one achieve enough income from a share portfolio after tax, compared to money in a money market account, where you are paying a maximum rate of tax?
- I have got R438 000 worth of shares made up of 6 shares. Should I rather be investing in Satrix?
- I am looking to park R100 000 which I will need in the next 6 to 12 months. Should I invest it?
- What difference can it make to delay retirement for 5 years?
- What will happen when governments bring in preservation of retirement savings when I leave my job, and I cannot live?
Guest (studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
The phenomenon of women murdered by their intimate partners, Gender based violence, violence during protests, in schools, politically motivated killings, taxi violence, are we a society that is running out of empathy? What is at the heart the violence and the breakdown of the moral fibre in society? Are fractured families and the breakdown in the family unit a cause? How can this be addressed?
Guest: Lebogang Ramofoko - CEO of the Soul City Institute for health
Businesses or Companies face all kinds of risks, some of which can cause serious loss of profits or even bankruptcy. Research suggests that cyber incidents remain a top threat for South African businesses. Other business threats that have emerged are namely climate change and loss of reputation or brand value.
GUESTS: Christopher Palm, who is the Chief Risk Advisor at the Institute of Risk Management
Lindiwe Sisulu, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation said on the occasion of the Budget Vote of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation that despite the deepened levels of political stability and security on the African Continent, our region continues to be plagued by pockets of instability and conflict, which impedes the prospects of future stability, prosperity, integration and development. South Africa has actively participated, through both bilateral and multilateral efforts, to resolve some of the Continent’s pressing conflict areas; these countries include: Lesotho, the DRC, Madagascar, Burundi, South Sudan, Somalia, Central Africa Republic, Mali and Libya. With this in mind, we unpack further South Africa’s role currently in Africa, and how we are viewed today, as a brand, by the rest of the continent?
Guest: Ambassador Mxolisi Nkosi - Deputy Director General For Global Governance And Continental Agenda
The 20th BRICS Summit will be taking place from the 25th to the 27th of July 2018. South Africa will be chairing BRICS for 2018. But before that, will be the South Africa will be hosting top scholars from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa for the 10th BRICS Academic Forum to take part in arguably the most important debate in the developing world today – how are we going to solve urgent socio-economic challenges? Whether it’s the looming water crisis, recent strikes over the new national minimum wage or increasingly worrying literacy statistics, many of the major issues dominating today’s headlines are all symptoms of much broader issues. They are a result of far-reaching challenges like climate change, inequality, economic prosperity and education - issues to which the South African BRICS Think Tank (SABTT) will propose actionable solutions moving forward.
Guest: Professor Ari Sitas, Chairperson of the South African BRICS Think Tank
Government has instituted a special council on Sate Owned Enterprises (SOE's) to ensure that these enterprises return to their envisaged developmental mandates and to financial profitability. SOE's have been plagued by numerous irregularities and instances of alleged mis-governance. In the wake of this announcement, talks of merging or consolidated government departments into existing ministries, to reduce operating expenditure and to prevent overlapping functions and duties, have once again resurfaced. In 2014, the EFF stated that South Africa's 35 ministers and 37 deputy ministers would cost taxpayers R720 million per year, while the official opposition party, the DA, has suggested that deputy minister positions should be done away with to save money. On The Talking Point we will discuss austerity measures that need to be taken to transform our institutions to respond to the economy that the country needs...
GUEST: Dr Dale McKinley, an independent writer, researcher, lecturer and political activist.
guest: Miss Lola Castro - regional director in southern africa and india ocean states regional bureau guest: Claude Jibidar
INTERVIEW WITH: UN Women South Africa Multi-Country Office representative, Anne Githuku-Shongwe
Her office is responsible for women's empowerment and gender equality in Botswana, Lesotho, Swaziland and Namibia as well as South Africa, where the office is based.
• UN Sustainable Development Goals Agenda 2030 • Cost of reacting to gender-based violence • Investment in reducing gender-based violence • Gaps which allow violence to continue
The late ANC veteran and Contralesa Chief, Mhlabunzima Maphumulo has been awarded with the Order of Luthuli in Gold for his exceptional contribution to conflict resolution and resistance against injustice and oppression. Mhlabunzima Maphumulo who was chief of the Maphumulo at Table Mountain, was assassinated, during the height of political violence in the midlands in 1991. He was dubbed the "peace chief", for his resistance against state-sponsored violence during apartheid. For more on the man, we are now joined in studio, here at the Maslow Conference Centre by Jill Kelly, an Assistant Professor of African and South African History at Southern Methodist University. Professor Kelly helped nominate Chief Maphumulo for the "Order of Luthuli award" and Chief Maphumulo was also the subject of her research paper...
GUEST: Jill Kelly, an Assistant Professor of African and South African History at Southern Methodist University guest: Xolile Ndevu – Spokesperson for AmaXhosa King Mpendulo Sigcawu and Former General Secretary of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa - Contralesa
Speaker of the National Assembly, Baleka Mbete, says an external service provider, Pamoja PTY LTD, to conduct an impact study into the proposal to move Parliament to Pretoria. The proposed move has been on the cards for a number of years. Mbete was delivering Parliament's budget in the National Assembly. The service provider will conduct a 6-month socio-economic and impact study commencing this month, to ascertain the feasibility of moving parliament from Cape Town to Pretoria...
GUEST: DA chief whip, John Steenhuisen.
Agricultural Ecosystems: Building & Strengthening Agricultural Capacity & Food Security, and also Farming for the future
Time now for our Small Business feature. Today we speak to an inspirational and trail blazing, 43-Year-old former educator - turned successful multi award winning businesswoman, Nomfundo Mcoyi. She was recently awarded the "Lioness of Africa Award", during a glittering affair in central London this past Saturday. This award was in honour of her contribution in empowering and uplifting disadvantaged communities from townships and rural areas in Kwa-Zulu Natal...
GUEST: Businesswoman, Nomfundo Mcoyi
Parents, not politicians, must run South Africa’s schools’ is the title of the first edition of Free FACTS from the Institute of Race Relations (IRR), a report that exposes the extent to which the State-run school system is stunting the development of South Africa’s children, especially black pupils. Citing IRR research showing that ‘when communities control schools, results improve’, the report makes the case for a constructive alternative, suggesting that ‘a short cut to much better education is to get bureaucrats out and let parents take over’.
Guest: Marius Roodt – Institute of Race Relations Campaign Manager and Author of the report
The Auditor-General, Kimi Makwetu's report has revealed that irregular expenditure in the country's municipalities has increased from 16-point-two-billion-rand to 28-point-three-billion-rand, up by 75 per cent. He released the shocking figures in Parliament. Makwetu says the Eastern Cape is topping the list of defaulting provinces with 13-point-five-billion-rand, followed by the North West and Gauteng. He also says the Free State, Limpopo and North West municipalities have not received a single clean audit. Makwetu says, however, that municipalities made an effort to be transparent about irregular expenditure. For more on this we are now joined by Auditor-General, Kimi Makwetu, who is in our Parliamentary studios in Cape Town...
GUEST: Auditor-General, Kimi Makwetu
Time now for our Youth Employment feature. As per usual on a Wednesday, we discuss all things pertaining to you the youth. Now, Statistics South Africa say there is a growing concern over the number of young people without jobs in the country. According to StatsSA's Quarterly Labour Force Survey for 2018, the country's unemployment rate has remained unchanged at 26.7%, since the end of 2017. While the stats reveal a stable unemployment rate, more than one in every three young people in the labour force did not have a job and that youth unemployment problems were notable, irrespective of education level. To unpacks these stats, we are now joined on the line by
GUEST: Malerato Mosiane, the Acting Chief Director of Labour Statistics at StatsSA
Society is fast redefining how it views business and what it can do to make the world a better place, solving pressing problems while also making money. A balance between profit and purpose. But how can this balance be achieved? What active role should business play?
Guest: Mr Bonang Mohale, CEO of Business Leadership South Africa
Public transport is an essential service but over the years it seems that instead of improved public transport, it has actually deteriorated. This is despite several government initiatives to improve public transport. Workers and members of the public regularly complain about late and overcrowded trains, overloaded and dangerous taxis, taxi violence, problems of their personal security and crime, public transport being far from their homes and workplaces, the high cost of transport etc. At times this frustration by commuting workers even results in arson attacks on trains.
1) Zukiswa Vuka (Unite Behind: Organiser 2) Bronwen Dyke-Beyer (Golden Arrow Bus Serv
We get their response on the Moeletsi Mbeki, regarding Julius Malema being a racist, which he alluded to in an interview we had with him on Monday, on Land Expropriation.
Following the land summit, the ANC says it will redistribute land under existing laws rather than by changing the constitution following a ruling party summit. The EFF has insisted that the constitution must be changed to ensure radical redistribution of land and other parts of the economy from the white minority to the black majority. Why is it important to change the constitution to effectively redistribute the land?
Some have said that this move by the ANC to expropriate Land is part of their electioneering campaign. We get the EFF’s thoughts on this.
Guest: Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), deputy president Floyd Shivambu
Time for our African feature, as per usual on a Tuesday, we profile an African country. Today the spotlight is on Mozambique, a country in Southeast Africa which gained independence from Portugal in 1975. Mozambique has suffered civil war and natural disasters but still remains a nation of great potential despite its deep-seated problems. For more on this country, we are now joined in studio by Fredson Guilenge, Regional Programme Manager for the Regional Office of the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation...
GUEST: Fredson Guilenge, Regional Programme Manager for the Regional Office of the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation
This morning we put our focus on the issues around our higher education department, with special focus on the issues around the accommodation for tertiary students, funding for higher Education i.e. NSFAS, Relevance of the SITAs today – what is their role?
Guest: Minister in the Department of Higher Education and Training Naledi Pandor
Super sport will proceed with internal investigations, following Saturday's dramatic on-air incident, which saw Rugby analyst, Ashwin Willemse walk off set, citing his dissatisfaction with his fellow colleagues. In a video that has since gone viral on social media, Willemse can be heard saying to his fellow presenters Nick Mallet and Naas Botha: "I will not be patronized by two individuals who played in apartheid, segregated era." Willemse walked off set during the analysis of the match between Lions and Brumbies where the former Springbok stated that he was labeled a quota player throughout his rugby career. On The Talking Point this morning we look at the myth that transformation means lack of merit, why most sport remains inherently elitist? And whether South Africa has made progress on transformation? We will examine racism in sport in all its manifestations....
GUEST: Janet Whitton, SABC's Deputy Sports Editor: In
SAfm will be broadcasting from there later this week. Guest: Mark Kramer, who is the Keynote Speaker at the Africa Shared Value Summit this year. He is co-founder and Managing Director of FSG, a nonprofit consulting firm established in 2000 and specializing in strategy, evaluation, and research. He is the co-author of four Harvard Business Review articles with Professor Michael E. Porter of Harvard Business School
In a panel discussion at the “Nation in Conversation” at the Nampo gathering in Bothaville, Political Commentator Moeletsi Mbeki says the African National Congress (ANC) and the Economic Freedom Fighters’ (EFF) stance on land expropriation without compensation is a mere attack on the white population. According to him, this is not about land, it’s about the loss of votes by the ANC. He says “They think they can bring back the voters who are abandoning the ANC, by attacking the white population….so it’s an attack on the white population, but they are not going to do anything” He joins us now to unpack this further with him…
Guest: Moeletsi Mbeki – Political analyst
Also joining us is Dr Luvuyo Dondolo, Who argues that “The South African land issue must be viewed and understood within a historical context, and it appears that Mbeki did not”….He continues to say “To date, a high percent of land in South Africa is still owned by the few whites. This is not acceptable and should not be the case. It is the betrayal to all those who died fighting for our liberation” Guest: Dr. Luvuyo Dondolo, Director and Head of the Centre for Transdisciplinary Studies at the University of Fort Hare
Leading platinum producer, Lonmin, Is set to shed thousands of jobs following its planned sale of the company to the mining giant, Sibanye-Stillwater. Last week Lonmin announced that it would be shedding about 12,600 jobs, in the next three years. The mining company will also retrench 3,700 workers in the current financial year. To further discuss the impending retrenchments, we are now joined on the line by President of the Mining Forum of South Africa, Blessings Ramoba and David Van Wyk, a lead researcher at the Bench Marks Foundation...
Guest: Mr Blessings Ramoba - President Mining Forum of South Africa (MFSA) David Van Wyk - A lead researcher at the Bench Marks Foundation
Young people are definitely a demographic that is both passionate and energetic. Young people constitute 41.2% (20.5 million) of the total population. Youth in 2015 were definitely not apathetic, and they expressed this as we saw them taking ownership of their issues and saying things need to change as we saw in #FeesMustFall. In 1976 we saw with the youth uprising that young people have the potential to organize and come up with solutions which are able to change their circumstances. How then can those in power, be it government or business leaders channel this energy and ideas, and involve young people in coming up with solutions on issues that involve them?
GUEST: Buti Manamela- Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training
10 defaulting municipalities owe Eskom a combined nine-point-eight, billion rands. The standing committee on public accounts (Scopa) has resolved to meet with the municipalities to find out why they are not paying their debts. To find out what efforts are being made to address the escalating municipal debt owed to Eskom, we are now joined on the line by the power utility’s National Spokesperson, Khulu Phasiwe and Nhlanhla Ngidi who is the head of electricity and energy at the South African Local Government Association (Salga)
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Eskom spokesperson, Khulu Phasiwe
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Nhlanhla Ngidi, Head of electricity and energy at Salga
The Tune Recreation Committee (TRC) presents their first southern African music tour entitled The Future Is Now. The band will present their debut album, Voices Of Our Vision, nominated in the Jazz category at the SAMA’s 2018. Mandla Mlangeni says: “This TRC tour will focus on the different venues in the SADC with a strong emphasis on workshops contributing new works and collaborations. The Future Is Now is the canvas for our continual assimilation and interrogation of our diverse and colourful heritage.” He joins us now to tell us more…
Guest: Trumpeter Mandla Mlangeni
Just over 4% of all South African men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime and more than 4 300 are newly diagnosed each year. On average, five South African men die from prostate cancer every day. Side effects from the surgical removal of a cancerous prostate include possible erectile dysfunction and incontinence. Guest: Dr Lance Coetzee – Urologist from The Urology Hospital, Pretoria
Cash-in-transit heists have increased dramatically over the past year, according to the South African Banking Risk Information Council, Sabric. This follows several attacks on Cash-in-transit vans in recent weeks. Sabric's statistics show that there were 378 robberies in 2017. In 2016, 268 cash vans were attacked during the same period. On the Talking Point this morning, we examine some of the factors driving the current increase in armoured vehicle heists? Joining us for this conversation is Anneliese Burgess, who is a Writer, Media strategist, Communicator and Author of Heist! South Africa's cash in transit epidemic uncovered and Dr Johan Burger, a Consultant with the Institute for Security Studies (ISS)...
***Dr Johan Burger (is a former police officer - He can only speak to us for 10 minutes)
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Dr Johan Burger - Consultant with Institute for Security Studies
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Anneliese Burgess – Writer, Media strategist, Communicator and Author of Heist! South Africa's cash in transit epidemic uncovered.
Malebo Mabitje-Thompson, who is the Deputy Director General, Responsible for Incentive Development and Administration at department of Trade and Industry. She will be speaking to us about the progress of the Black Industrialist Programme.
In a video where Vusi Thembekwayo has a conversation with white South Africans he says “I think you guys have to decide if you want project South Africa to work”. This morning he chats to us about what White South Africans should be doing in playing their part for transformation.
We ask, how should we move forward as a country, and what should we each be bringing to the table to make project South Africa work? We also discuss the community based economic and skills development hubs his company is setting up in Limpopo. The project is geared to realise meaningful transformation, thereby actively changing people’s lives.
Guest: Vusi Thembekwayo - Chief Executive Officer of MyGrowthFund & IC Knowledge – Bureau, a global entrepreneur, investor, business speaker and author
Africa's industrialisation will be top of the agenda at the 8th African Unity for Renaissance International Conference and Africa Day Expo, next week. The Human Science Research Council's Expo will bring together continental experts to look at the question of Africa's industrialization and associated benefits. For more on the event we are now joined on the line by Dr Emmanuel Owusu-Sekyere, Chief Research Specialist at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)....
GUEST: Dr Emmanuel Owusu-Sekyere, Chief Research Specialist at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)
South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya make up the top three of the 2018 Enabling Digitalization Index, digitagility ranking in Africa, which measures the ability of countries to go digital. Euler Hermes' Digitalization Index illustrates each country's ability to provide the necessary environment for business to succeed in an increasingly digitalized global economy. For more on this, Justin Jacobs, R.I.C.C, Director at Euler Hermes joins us on the line....
Are Black Economic Empowerment (BEE), codes inhibiting the development of Small, Medium and Micro-sized Enterprises? On our Small Business feature we speak to Karabo Mashugane, the chief executive of 20/20 Insight, who argues that corporate incentives are needed in order to allow corporates to offer large contracts to small businesses. Karabo is also running a petition under the hash tag B.E.E4Me (#Bee4sme). Karabo Mashugane now joins us in studio....
GUEST: Karabo Mashugane is the chief executive of 20/20 Insight - Specialists in B-BBEE Advisory, Supplier Development and SME financing.
Significant strides have been made towards the emancipation of women's rights and addressing gender discrimination but are women still being left out when it comes to participating in international relations? On The Talking Point this morning, we speak to one of Japan's most influential thought leaders, Dr Tomoko Kitagawa, also known as "Lady Samurai", in recognition of her courageous and thought-provoking interrogation of life and history. She is in country and will be sharing her insights on "The role of women in diplomacy" at various Universities. So what is the role of women in diplomacy? ...To answer this we are now joined on the line by Dr Tomoko Kitagawa....
GUEST: Dr Tomoko Kitagawa
South Africa's rape and murder rate remains one of the highest in the world. Currently South Africa ranks among the world's worst three countries, after the US and Russia, for serial murders and rapes with local police identifying on average between 200 to 300 new cases each year. Many of the perpetrators are never caught. This morning we speak to a brave woman, Rochelle Pimentel, a rape survivor, motivational speaker and founder of a gender advocacy group, "Love 167". Joining us also for this conversation is, Michelle Smith, who is a trauma counselor, at the Jes Foord Rape Crisis Centre
GUESTS: Rochelle Pimentel - A rape survivor, motivational speaker and founder of a gender advocacy group, "Love 167"
AND: Michelle Smith, who is a trauma counselor, at the Jes Foord Rape Crisis Centre
** Guest(s) from Post-Budget Vote Speech Breakfast event, at the Cape Town ICC, which is to be hosted by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) on 16 May 2018
Guest: Mr Xolisa Makhanya - deputy director general for africa at DIRCO
Rhodes University has accused one of two expelled students of lying about the reasons for her expulsion at the Institution. Yesterday we spoke to Yolanda Dyantyi, who was issued a life ban from the institution after being involved in anti-rape protests in 2016. Dyantyi was expelled for allegedly committing "acts of criminality". She denies the claims and says that she was denied the chance to testify in the disciplinary process against her and the verdict to expel her was made in her absence. Rhodes Director of Communications, Luzuko Jacobs however says this is a "distorted narrative". He now joins us on the line...
Guest: Rhodes Director of Communications, Luzuko Jacobs
** Guest(s) from Post-Budget Vote Speech Breakfast event, at the Cape Town ICC, which is to be hosted by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) on 16 May 2018
guest: Ambassador Annil Sooklal - deputy director general at DEIRCO responsible for Asia and middle East
Minister of Transport, Blade Nzimande has appointed an interim board at Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa, PRASA, to stabilize the firm. Three board members were removed at the troubled state-owned logistics firm following after reports of irregularities in the awarding of state contracts. On The Talking Point we speak to the new interim board chairperson of PRASA Khanyisile Kweyama, who has sat on the board of a variety of different companies. We speak to her about what she will bring with her expertise and experience to Prasa. She now joins us on the line...
GUEST: New interim board chairperson of PRASA, Khanyisile Kweyama
The recent drought and water shortages in the Western Cape have highlighted the importance of water in our lives and the need to secure its supply. Other provinces have also faced problems of drought and water shortages as well as poor water management with water supplies being unfit for human consumption due to pollution and poor maintenance. However, these water supply problems are experienced all over the world and it is even predicted that wars will be fought over access to water. But how have these problems of water supply impacted on working class people? With us to discuss this we have:
GUESTS: Bryan Ashe - Of the KZN Water Caucus Professor Steven Robins – From the department of Sociology and Social Anthropology at the University of Stellenbosch
Post-Budget Vote Speech Breakfast event, at the Cape Town ICC, which is to be hosted by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) on 16 May 2018
guest: Aziz Pahad
Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Zwelini Mkhize says is concerned about political infighting, financial distress and instability in municipalities. Delivering his department's budget vote in Parliament recently, Mkhize says only seven per cent of municipalities are functioning properly. For more on this we are now joined by Dr Zwelini Mkhize... GUEST: Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Zwelini Mkhize
This morning we speak to Yolanda Dyantyi and Noxolo Mfocwa who are just two women who have been expelled from Rhodes University last year because of their involvement in the fight for social justice on the University campus. We chat to the two young women, find from the how where they are in their lives, how this expulsion has affected them, their studies, their lives, we get their views on activism and also get an idea of where the #RhodesWar Campaign is and what it has done.
Guest: Yolanda Dyantyi –Gender Activist, excluded anti -rape student from the Rhodes University and Marie Claire’s Badass woman candidate
President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Deputy President David Mabuza as his Special Envoy to the Russian Federation, where he will, among other things, meet with President Vladimir Putin in Russia.the statement further continues to say President Ramaphosa looks forward to further strengthening the already existing political, economic and trade ties between South Africa and Russia. This morning we unpack Bilateral relations South Africa has with other countries, what do they entail, how do we as a country benefit?
guest: Dr philane Mthembu - excecutive director of the institution for global dialog
President Cyril Ramaphosa has set up a Ministerial Task Team, to look into growing concerns over the on-going political killing in KwaZulu-Natal. Ramaphosa was speaking at the home of slain ANC member, Msawenkosi Mchunu who was ambushed outside his KwaPata home at Edendale near Pietermaritzburg on Friday. The intimidation and killing of Councillors and Municipal Managers remain a grave concern on Local Governance. On The Talking Point, we examine the systemic violence which poses a challenge to the local processes and institutions of democracy. Are political killings simply a localized issue limited to one province or are there other areas prone to such violence? To discuss this further, we are now joined on the line by Mary de Haas, an Independent Researcher and Human rights defender.
GUEST: Mary de Haas, an Independent Researcher and Human rights defender
The political future of embattled North West Premier, Supra Mahumapelo, hangs in the balance. A faction opposed to Mahumapelo, the Revolutionary Council says it will continue to intensify its efforts to unseat him. The Revolutionary Council made up ANC members, say there is a public qualified report by the Auditor General, which pin points to severe corruption in his office. For the latest we are now joined on the line by Revolutionary Council member, Themba Gwabeni.
Focus: Revolutionary Council member, Themba Gwabeni
South Africa has seen a surge in the number of Vote of no confidence or No-confidence motions, in recent months. From the EFF's Motion of no confidence to remove Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, Mayor Athol Trollip, to the DA's failed motion to oust Cape Town Mayor, Patricia de Lille and now recently, the postponed motion against embattled North West Premier, Supra Mahumapelo. On The Talking Point this morning we will examine No-confidence motions, whether they are necessary for progress or betrays a degree of desperate politicking. Or perhaps they are reflective of the ripple effects of the election campaigns...For more we are now joined on the line by Professor Steven Friedman, who is a political analyst and research professor at the University of Johannesburg...
Guests: Professor Steven Friedman, a political analyst and research professor at the University of Johannesburg
Prof. Lyal White says in his piece in the Daily Maverick that despite rhetorical efforts of policy and institutional reform throughout a decade of economic liberalization starting in the mid-1990s, ongoing efforts and policy persistence have waned over time. Levels of corruption have increased relative to the global average, while accountability, transparency and poor leadership have undermined institutional progress and development in many African countries, leading to lower than expected comparative results on many empirical measures. He joins us now to elaborate further on this…
Guest: Prof. Lyal White is Senior Director at the Johannesburg Business School (JBS), University of Johannesburg.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has been accused on making delayed payments for student accommodation, meals, textbooks, transport and other relevant support material We put our focus on National Student Financial Aid Scheme this morning, and interrogate what role does Nsfas play in the Higher education sector today? We also ask what are some of the organizational challenges the organization faces today?
guest: NSFAS spokespersonKagisho Mamabolo
KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC, Sibongiseni Dhlomo says his department has made significant strides in addressing the province's oncology crises. Scores of cancer patients had to wait for weeks to get specialist treatment due to a lack of oncology machines and specialists. For the latest update on the situation we are now joined on the line by MEC, Sibongiseni Dhlomo... GUEST: KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC, Sibongiseni Dhlomo
Tomorrow, the 12th of May is International Nurses Day. Organised annually by the International Council of Nurses, International Nurses Day celebrates the contribution that nurses make to societies around the world. The date has a very strong significance, being the birthday of perhaps the world’s most famous nurse, Florence Nightingale.We would like understand the struggles and the challenges they face day to day. Also, the demand that comes with serving people. Also unpack training for nurses.
Guests: Mr Simon Hlungwani – President a DENOSA (Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa) - In studio Guest: Sister Kelebogile Mogoerane - dubbed “Queen of the East” by her colleagues and patients, is best known for the halo-like crown she wears to cheer up young patients before they go into surgery.
Recently Adv. Michael Masutha delivered the 21st Vote Budget Policy Statement of the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development for the 2018/19 financial year. We unpack the statement with him now…
Guest: Michael Masutha. Adv. Masutha is currently serving as the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
KwaZulu-Natal, Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs, MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube has revealed that more than 200 councillors across municipalities in the province do not have matric. Speaking to us yesterday, MEC Dube-Ncube, cited low education levels among councillors, as one of the factors for poor oversight roles in municipalities. On The Talking Point we will discuss whether councillors lacking basic education compromise the functioning of municipal councils or further exacerbates service delivery issues. Joining us on the line for this discussion is, Esteri Msindo, the Human Settlements Researcher at the Public Service Accountability Monitor …
The Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIA SA) has issued a rallying call to corporate South Africa to speak out on corporate malfeasance and corruption as well as actively work toward building an ethical culture in their organisations. Von Eck says International Internal Audit Month provides an ideal opportunity to educate South Africans about a complex but vital profession.
Guest: Dr Claudelle von Eck - Institute of Internal Auditors SA calls for New Dawn(TBC)
From the 11th of May, the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) will host the third HRDC Summit under the theme: “Partnerships Revitalising Work and Learning”. The HRDC is chaired by the Deputy President and administered by the Minister of Higher Education and Training. Its core mandate is to advise government on issues of human resource development. In 2018, the Council is continuing with a strategy of encouraging collaboration and partnerships in skills development, how do they aim to do this? guest: Ravi Naidoo
With rising public awareness on anti-bribery and corruption, public and private organisations are forced to relook their procurement practices – and demand for comprehensive supplier vetting is seeing steady growth in South Africa. How does this affect business, and what can business do to vet suppliers aqequatetely?
Guests: Jennifer Barkhuizen, Head of Communication at Managed Integrity Evaluation (MIE)
Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Cogta) MEC Nomusa Dube-Ncube revealed last week that more than 200 councillors across KwaZulu-Natal municipalities do not have matric. Delivering her department’s R1.6billion budget for 2018/2019, Dube-Ncube said her department was embarking on a back-to- basics programme as it seeks to stabilise and make municipalities more resilient. How does this affect the running of the province’s administration? We speak to ….
Guest: KZN MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Nomusa Dube-Ncube
The South African Department of Trade and Industry recently published a number of draft amendments to the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Codes (B-BBEE Codes) for public comment . Guest: Matabane Kganki - Black Business Council CEO
Dr Venicia McGhie, senior lecturer and head of the Department of Academic Development in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, and Madge du Preez, retired senior faculty officer and coordinator of the EMS Student Support and Research Unit (ESSRU), combined their expertise to create a book that could be the saving grace for many prospective first-years at university (or any other tertiary institution). Dr Venicia McGhie, senior lecturer and head of the Department of Academic Development in the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Mike Shingange NEHAWU 1ST Deputy President and the COSATU JMC Convenor and Kagiso Mokaila NUPSAW President
Mr Albert Mncwango, Former Inkatha Freedom Party Member of Parliament, now IFP deputy National Chair
Davis Committee. The committee has concluded that SA is not ready for a new wealth tax at the moment, though it said that the tax system needed to address the “disturbing levels of wealth inequality” in the country. In the report on the feasibility of a wealth tax released yesterday, the committee says that further research is needed before the government can decide whether to impose a new wealth tax. We are joined by Judge Dennis Davis who was Chair of the Davis Tax Committee to find out what motivated this conclusion…
Guest: Judge Dennis Davis – Chair of the Davis Tax Committee
Guest: Dumisani Mpafa – Black Management Forum Deputy President
According to Dumisani Mpafa, as the BMF they support the wealth tax, and have been calling for it. For them, it would assist in finding out who exactly are the wealthy people in the country, and also implore those who have accumulated wealth to contribute to society. They also say that this money must then be segregated, so that it does not get diluted into the fund for our fiscus.
Guest: Dan Roodt - Director of PRAAG (the Pro-Afrikaans Action Group)
According to him, it has not worked in other countries, so we shouldn’t introduce it.
Guest: Natasha Mazzone – Democratic Alliance Member of Parliament, Shadow Minister of Public Enterprises
Even in a digital age, some jobs remain dangerous, such as mining, with miners facing risks ranging from fire to falling rock and entrapment. Last week saw miners 7 die, with 6 miners still being trapped underground at Sibanye Mine. According to Sibanye-Stillwater mine, four of the seven mine workers that were trapped after an earthquake hit the Masakhane gold mine west of Johannesburg. What role can robotics and Artificial intelligence play in making our mines safe? Is SA ready? Are there any disadvantages to the introduction of robotics and AI? According to Marvin Singh from CSIR Mining Innovation, SA mines are different from mines in other parts of the world, were our mines are bigger, and there are geo-technological challenges. He joins us now to unpack this further.
Guests: Navin Singh – Director of Mandela Mining precinct
Calls for the death penalty to be reinstated are once again in the spotlight after the brutal murders of Karabo Mokoena, Courtney Pieters and now Zolile Khumalo, who was recently killed by her boyfriend on campus at the Mangosuthu University of Technology. It's been 23 years since South Africa took the resolution to abolish the death penalty. But will the re-Introduction of the death penalty deter violent crimes in the country? To answer this we are now joined on the line by Venessa Padayachee - Who is the Manager of Advocacy & Lobby at National Institute for Crime Prevention and the Reintegration of Offenders (Nicro) and Kerwin Lebone, who is the Head of the Centre for risk analysis, at the Institute of Race Relations...
On The Talking Point this Monday morning we pay tribute to Anti-apartheid activist Dr. David Webster. Workers' Day marked 29 years since Dr Webster was assassinated. Webster, an anthropologist at the University of the Witwatersrand, was gunned down in 1989 outside his home in Troyeville, Johannesburg. Ferdi Barnard, a former member of the apartheid military's covert Civil Co-operation Bureau hit squad, was convicted for Webster's murder. Helping us pay tribute to this unsung hero this morning is a close friend, Mr Glenn Moss and former minister Barbara Hogan...
GUEST: Glenn Moss – close friend Guest: Barbara Hogan – Former minister
We would like to speak him about submission What exactly does it entail? In a relationship, in a marriage. Who submits to whom, under what conditions? How does one submit? Also, in these days where violence against women is so high, how does one descent against healthy submission, and abuse? Does the church preach the message of submission correctly? Does one submit to a boyfriend / husband? How does this impact on equality in the relationship?
Guest: Pastor Mandla Lupondwana – Pastor and Marriage Counsellor
Poor schooling is the biggest obstacle to socio-economic advancement in South Africa, this according to a recent report by the Centre for Risk Analysis. This report seeks to provide a definitive assessment of the quality and output of the country's education system and how that output has changed over time. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Unathi Matwasa, a researcher at the South African Institute of Race Relations...
Guest: Unathi Matwasa, a researcher at the South African Institute of Race Relations. Contacts:
Ntsoaki Phali is owner of a business that specialises in the recruitment and placement of people with disabilities into formal employment. It also sensitises clients’ teams on how to relate to disabled people. We speak to her about Why it is important that when addressing youth unemployment, we do not neglect people with disabilities, some challenges she faces in running a recruitment agency for people with disabilities, and the importance in diversifing the workforce.
Guest: Ntsoaki Phali, founder of Beyond Ability Talent Solutions and the recent winner of the 2017 Woman of Stature’s Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
On this is the first week of Africa Month, we look at the Pan African Parliament which will be having its annual sessions in Midrand from the 7-18 May 2018. This morning, we find out now about the role and mandate of the parliament, its significance, its positioning in South African, its role in uniting Africans and also look at what some of its objectives for this African Months will be.
Guest: Mr Yusupha Jobe – The Deputy Clerk at the Pan African Parliament for finance Administration and Human resources.
The Mangosuthu University of Technology has established a safety management team to look into security measures at residences, following the death 21-year-old Zolile Khumalo at MUT's Lonsdale residence in the Durban city centre. 23-year old Thabani Mzolo appeared briefly in court today on charges of murder and illegal possesion of a firearm and ammunition. MUT's SRC has since called for better security for students living off campus.
Gawie Cillié, employment relations expert and lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB) says the alarming result is directly linked to the low levels of trust between employers and employees in South Africa – a mistrust that has been cultivated over many years. This coupled with poor reliance on professional management, the country’s capacity to retain and attract talent, as well as the high unemployment and poverty levels, have all contributed to a negative labour-employee relationship. guest: Gawie Cillié, employment relations expert and lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch Business School (USB
Special Envoy for South Africa's candidature for the United Nations Security Council, Aziz Pahad has made a global appeal for the country's bid to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council. Aziz Pahad made the announcement during a Freedom Day's celebration in New York City. This will be the third time South Africa is a member of the UN Security Council since 1994. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Professor John Stremlau, from the department of international relations in the School of Social Sciences at Wits
Guest: Professor John Stremlau, from the department of international relations in the School of Social Sciences at Wits
We discuss the launch, the role and the history of the Richard Maponya Institute. We unpack their partnership with UJCfE, How the institute supports township entrepreneurs, What access opportunities are provided (to finance, markets etc), what role does the institute play in that? We also look at the aim and objectives of the Think Tank. What are the aim and its main objectives?
Guest (Studio): Mr Roy Maponya is the CEO of the Dr Richard Maponya Institute which works closely with the University of Johannesburg Centre for Entrepreneurship
This morning we unpack the issue of Land, asking the question of how we effectively achieve land redistribution. Is it necessary to amend the constitution? Is it necessary?
Guest: Thandeka Mbabama – The DA spokesperson for Land reform Guest: Mr Lekota is leader of the Congress of the People (COPE) Guest: Ronald Lamola - ANC NEC member
South African law professor Steve Cornelius resigned from the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) following the announcement of new testosterone regulations. Cornelius, who was appointed to the body’s disciplinary tribunal four months ago, said he cannot associate with an entity that “insists on ostracising certain individuals”. He joins us now to share with us, why he felts compelled to resign? May people today put their career developments before what is right, why do you think it’s important to stand up against what one feels is injustice? Why, according to him, was wrong about how the matter was address, because he mentions in his resignation letter that it shouldn’t have been address in the first place… Guest: Professor Steve Cornelius - Head of the Department of Private Law
Last Week various major cities in the country were brought a standstill as thousands of protesters affiliated to the South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) embarked on a nationwide strike against the proposed 20-rand minimum wage and amendments to the labour law. Will the Labour Law amendments be beneficial to the workers?
Guest: Thembinkosi Mkalipi – Chief Director for Labour Market Policy Guest: Matthew Parks – Parliamentary Coordinator for COSATU Guest: Patrick Craven – National Spokesperson for Saftu Guest: Carin Runciman – From Casual Workers Advice Office (CWAO)
guest: Professor Lesiba Teffo - Who is the director of the school of transdisciplinary research institutes at the university of south africa.
We get Ndumiso Makako’s position on what he can deliver. Guest: Ndumiso Mokako – ANC NEC member
Last week Friday South Africans commemorated Freedom Day, a day which serves as a reminder of our country’s first democratic post-Apartheid elections, held in 1994. As we head into the month of May, being Africa Month, we ask: the day freedom day, what does it signify for foreigners living in the country. Do they feel free being in the country? How can we ensure that the fruits of freedom include all those who live in SA? What does freedom mean for them? Recently during Northwest Protests, Foreigners were running for help as protesters have emptied their shops.
Guest: Marc Gbaffou - chairperson of the African Diaspora Forum
This morning we take a look at author and journalist Mandy's explosive new book titled ‘Ministry of Crime’. The book is officially released today, and it covers among other things, Exclusive interviews with individuals previously not interviewed such as Gen Joey Mabasa, Mark Lifman and a number of murder investigators, Interviews with major role players in the Criminal Justice sector, including top police generals and senior prosecutors, New revelations about high profile, unsolved hits and the complicity between criminals and the police and A window into the current turf war playing out in Cape Town, through the eyes of the protagonists and the investigators.
Guest: Mandy Wiener –Journalist and Author of the new book ‘Ministry of Crime’
Self-appointed Ndebele king, Stanley Raphael Khumalo says he wants to revive the Ndebele kingdom. Raphael Khumalo has made headlines after declaring declared himself as King Mzilikazi II and unveiled a new Mthwakazi flag last year, in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Khumalo's actions to declare himself the Ndebele King has divided opinion in Matabeleland, with secessionists supporting him while the Khumalo clan say he is an imposter. Currently there are 3 factions claiming the kingship of the Ndebele kingdom. For more we are now joined In studio by Stanley Raphael Khumalo.... Guest: Self-Appointed Ndebele King, Stanley Raphael Khumalo
Parliament's presiding officers says it will lobby other African countries against the I-double-A-F's stringent regulations that could prevent Olympic 800-metres champion, Caster Semenya from competing. The world athletics governing body has announced regulations for female athletes with differences of sex development. They restrict the blood testosterone levels for female athletes who run distances between 400 and one-thousand-500 metres, which are all Semenya's specialities. Meanwhile SASCOC president, Gideon Sam says the fact that the I-double-A-F always makes important announcements that have an effect on Semenya, ahead of big athletic events is suspicious....
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Guest: SABC Deputy Sports Editor, Janet Whitton
Yesterday alongside the 62nd session of the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights, the 2017 -2018 Report "There Are Alternatives: Africa" was launched. It’s a report commissioned by the International Detention Coalition (IDC). It shows that alternatives to detention are already being used in 32 African Countries to great effect, with a lot of potential to be up-scaled for more cost savings. We find out which African countries are these, and how are they doing it?
Guest: Ms. Junita Calder, Africa and Middle East Regional Coordinator, International Detention Coalition
According to Elaine who specialises in technology and innovation law, there is hope for women in the male-dominated tech field. The patent industry is built upon a deep understanding of technology and is still very much a male-dominated environment with a glass ceiling for women. Despite these challenges, South African women are going on to build successful careers in tech and innovation. Elaine herself (at only 35 years old) has been rated as one of the top 300 IP strategist globally by IAM Magazine (the only one in Africa).This world IP day, we ask: How do we break the glass ceiling for women in SA in tech and innovation industry and how can women overcome the barrier to entry in male-dominated industries?
Guest: Elaine Bergenthuin - IP attorney from De Beer Attorneys
Climate change poses potentially enormous financial risks to companies, particularly those operating within certain sectors or in certain regions. For this reason, the Commonwealth Climate and Law Initiative (CCLI) has been examining the legal basis for directors and trustees to take account of climate change risks under prevailing laws Guest: Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) Attorney, Christine Reddell is the Author of the SA report.
The report “Grounding Growth: Finding the right balance between mining and the environment" - argues that South Africa must revise its complex environmental regulations if it is to achieve effective environmental protection, together with a thriving mining sector capable of boosting economic growth and social progress.
The report notes that “environmental regulations are crucial in constraining negative impacts from mining, but they also raise the costs of opening and operating mines.
Guest: Anthea Jeffrey – Author of the report and Head of policy at the Institute of Race relations.
On our Small Business feature this morning, we profile, "LETS KEEP FOCUS", a small business, based in the small mining town of Carletonville, in the Westrand. The company deals with deals with Mentorship, Construction, Public relations and Events management. The company seeks to create employment to eradicate poverty from within its community. For more on this we are now joined on the line by…
Guest: Thabiso Mogomotsi, The Director and head of Public Relations at "LETS KEEP FOCUS
According to Damian Michael, the future of business efficiency lies in connecting people, and that more centralised IT services is paving the way. Sadly, not all businesses have access to resources or technology that enable them to compete with the big guys, and it’s this barrier to entry that Michael believes is failing them. He says end-users today have more demand and higher expectations, so companies need to adopt a 360° customer relationship strategy to acquire and retain customers in this evolving competitive ICT environment.
Guest: Managing Director of Innovo Networks, Damian Michael
Recently former real estate agent Vicki Momberg. She was recently sentenced to a three year jail term (one year suspended) for the vicious racial abuse of black traffic officers and police emergency call centre operators attempting to help her after a smash and grab incident. The law is meant to entrench what society thinks is right. If it prescribes that racism, sexism or homophobia are wrong, there is probably a better chance that people will come to accept it in genuine democracies (especially over the generations). But the law can also be used to effect structural change. How so?
Guest: Roger Southall, Professor of Sociology at University of the Witwatersrand
While South Africa has made significant strides in combating human trafficking, Deputy Justice and constitutional development minister, John Jeffery says that it's difficult to determine how prevalent human trafficking in the country is. He says adequate data collection and collaboration between stakeholders is needed to get a better grip on the problem. On The Talking Point this morning we will look at some of the other challenges of Human trafficking, particularly for South Africa...For more on this we are now joined on the line by Major Margaret Stafford, Who is the co-ordinator for the anti-trafficking campaign for the Salvation Army
Guest: Major Margaret Stafford : Who is the co-coordinator for the anti-trafficking campaign for the Salvation Army
The Cape Innovation and Technology Initiative unlocks R250m to support technology skills and job creation in South Africa.
Focus: The Cape Innovation and Technology Initiative (CiTi) recently announced a significant scale up of its renowned CapaCiTi technology skills and job readiness programmes. CapaCiTi is now training young, unemployed South Africans in Johannesburg, Durban and Port Elizabeth as well as at the organisation's hub in Cape Town.
Guest: Soraya Mohideen, Head of CapaCiTi programme.
When job hunting, your CV is of importance. Writing a good CV can be one of the toughest challenges though, with most employers spending just a few seconds scanning each CV before sticking it in the 'Yes' or 'No' pile. How then do you make your CV stand out?
Guest: Arend Willemse - CEO of CV Profs
Gupta-linked Mediosa says all allegations levelled against them in the media, surrounding their operations are patently untrue. This follows allegations that Mediosa received unlawful payments from the Departments of Health in the Free State and North West, in illegal tender processes. For more on this we spoke to Mediosa's Director, Inish Merchant... Guest: Mediosa's Director, Inish Merchant
Mayday 2018 and the new National Minimum Wage – Any cause for Workers to Celebrate?
Welcome to our first “Workers on Wednesday” show for 2018. Next week, workers and their trade unions in South Africa and all over the world will be celebrating Mayday or Workers’ Day on the 1st of May (except for the USA).
After the shake-up of South Africa’s trade union movement over the past three years, causing greater division with a new federation, there appears to be good news for workers in South Africa on Mayday. It seems likely that government will adopt legislation for a National Minimum Wage (NMW) this year that will apply across the board and impact on most sectors of the economy.
So in today’s show we remind ourselves about what Mayday is all about and assess whether we are still upholding its traditions in relation to this reconfigured trade union movement in South Africa and the achievement of a National Minimum Wage.
With us to discuss this we have…..
Guest: Matthew Parks - COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator
Guest: Patrick Craven – SAFTU Spokesperson
Earlier in the month, Auditor General, Kimi Makwetu announced his office's decision to terminate with immediate effect contracts with KPMG and Nkonki Inc with the government. Nkonki Inc's chief executive, Mitesh Patel, resigned after it was revealed that his 107-million-rand 'management buyout' of the black auditing firm 18 months ago was funded by Gupta family associate, Salim Essa. The demise of Nkonki is a blow to black audit firms who compete for contracts with the more established big four firms, PwC, KPMG, EY and Deloitte.This morning we discuss Radical Economic Tranformation at the backdrop of all this we ask, while government seeks to change the ownership and control of the economy through legislation, empowerment, how can we help drive radical economic transformation?
Guest: Dr Mcebisi Ndletyana - head of the Political-Economy faculty at the Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection (MISTRA)
Has violence in South Africa become normative? Has it become the language most South Africans use to express their dissatisfaction and anger, emotions that often leads to the destruction of property and physical confrontations. Recently, violence broke out at soccer match at Moses Mabhida stadium on Saturday night. Kaiser Chiefs fans went on the rampage after their team lost two-nil to Free State Stars during the Nedbank Cup semifinal. The violence resulted in serious injury to a security guard, caught on camera. Violence has also seized the North West, in the last few days with looting and clashes between police and community members over calls for Premier Supra Mahumapelo, to resign.
GUEST: Psychologist, Dr Saths Cooper
On Wednesday 25 April, SAFTU, its affiliates and our allies in civil society, will be on the streets of South Africa in a general strike in protest against the biggest attacks on working-class people, the trade unions and the poor majority of South Africans since the end of apartheid.
Guest: Mack Tshabalala – President of the South African Federation of Trade Unions
The protest action in Taung became violent in North West, with residents hurling stones at police officers at the scene. Police shot rubber bullets to disperse the crowd. Initially the march was said to be about non-delivery of services at Taung District Hospital. According to the Northwest Business Forum, We believe there are capable political leaders in the NW who can replace Supra immediately and take the economy of the province to greater heights.
Guest: Gerald Modise - ANC northwest PEC spokesperson
In the past, on the last Tuesday of each month, we have always opened the line to general financial questions, This morning, we answer some of the questions:
a. I am resigning from my job. What are my options? b. How do I calculate how much life assurance I will need? c. How can I double my money over five years? d. I have been paying monies on a monthly basis to investment funds for the last few years and I am not showing any growth. e. My Mom is a pensioner and wants to take a loan. Can you loan from your pension fund? f. What difference can it make to delay retirement for 5 years? g. Please explain the difference of buying property shares versus buying your own property for investments. h. I am due to retire, so should I buy a Living Annuity or a guaranteed pension?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch of Bryan Hirsch Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
Yesterday Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi visited the Mafikeng Provincial hospital in Mahikeng in North West, where he has come to assess the state of public health in the province. This is amid the ongoing NEHAWU strike of over two-months. The health-care challenges were compounded by community protests last week leaving even this hospital with skeletal staff. Three patients died in this hospital on Thursday night during the violent community protests which were calling for Premier Supra Mahumapelo to resign. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi said the medical depot in Mahikeng has now been secured by members of the National Defence force and personnel have started delivering medication and other basics to district hospitals. Shortages of medication and other medical tools were already being experienced in many health facilities. Motsoaledi said the Military is now in control of the medical depot.
Guest: Dr Aaron Motsoaledi – Health Minister
We unpack his stance on their appeal for the mining Charter. Guest: Minister Gwede Mantashe
Botswana has closed its border with South Africa following violent protests in the North West where residents are demanding the resignation of Premier Supra Mahumapelo. Shops owned by foreign nationals have been looted during the protests. Foreign nationals are now demanding an audience with the ANC leadership following the continued looting of their businesses, since violent protests erupted in the provincial capital last week. So are these attacks sentiments of Afrophobia or are they fuelled by a sense of hatred, dislike and fear of foreigners? To answer these questions we are now joined in studio by Thifulufheli Sinthumule, Director at the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa (CoRMSA)
Guest: Thifulufheli Sinthumule, Director at the Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa (CoRMSA)
Two warders have been arrested for allegedly helping 16 prisoners escape from the Johannesburg Correctional Services facility, also known as Sun City earlier this month. Seven of the prisoners have since been accounted for. Two were killed in a shootout by police in KZN. On the Talking Point this morning we examine the recent spates of escapes from prisons In South Africa....
Guest: Singabakho Nxumalo - spokesperson for the department of correctional services
Launch Of the Industrial Development Think Tank (Idtt) Study: Structural Transformation in South Africa: Moving Towards A Smart, Open Economy for All
The industrial development think tank (Idtt) study: ‘structural transformation in South Africa: moving towards a smart, open economy for all’ research grapples with understanding the reasons underlying these weaknesses and considers the opportunities for building a new consensus on the priorities for changing the structure of the economy. The research findings answer key questions on re-industrializing: • What is the record of structural transformation in democratic South Africa? • What political economy factors shape these outcomes? • What are the key challenges for a new development path? • What should be the priorities for a re-industrialization agenda?
Guest: Prof Fiona Tregenna, SA Research Chair in Industrial Development, University of Johannesburg will
We get to know Zonke through her music this morning, and play her latest single tonight from her upcoming album, Growing in love.
Guest(Studio) : Zonke Dikana – Musician
A culture of hyper-masculinity, particularly among black men, has created false misconceptions that depression is something that doesn't impact them. Research suggests that men are less likely to seek treatment for depression, due to perceptions that clinical depression is a "woman's disease". More often than not, men are taught to "man up," when faced with challenging and painful circumstances. Today we will speak to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group - SADAG, on how we can encourage men to get into the habit of opening up to others about their emotions...Joining us on the line for this conversation is SADAG's Phumlani Somacala....
Guest: Phumlani Somacala, from the South African Depression and Anxiety Group - SADAG
Twenty-three years ago my life changed irrevocably when I was involved in a car accident that left me paralysed and confined to a wheelchair. Since then I’ve been using the spoken and written word to motivate others” Says Musa. He has also published his fourth book. We ask him about his journey thus far.
Guest: Musa E. Zulu - Writer, motivational speaker and an artist who has written two well-known books namely, “Wheels on the Soul of My Shoes” and “The Language of Me
According to the Institute for Race Relations, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s plan to dispatch a team of respected envoys to promote investment in South Africa stands to face constant frustration in light of the government’s plans to institute a policy of expropriation without compensation.
Guest: Terence Corrigan, Project Manager at Institute for RR
Davis Committee. The committee has concluded that SA is not ready for a new wealth tax at the moment, though it said that the tax system needed to address the “disturbing levels of wealth inequality” in the country. In the report on the feasibility of a wealth tax released yesterday, the committee says that further research is needed before the government can decide whether to impose a new wealth tax. We interrogate this now with…
Guest (Studio): South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) General Secretary Zwelinzima Vavi
On our Small Business feature today, we profile MgV Lifestyle Founding Director and Principal Designer, Horisani Sithole. Horisani who is a Journalist by profession, has become proficient in designing and creating furnisher. He now Joins us in studio...
Guest: Horisani Sithole- MgV Lifestyle Founding Director and Principal Designer
Tourism is a vital sector, with a huge potential of a positive impact on the economy, such as increased income and job generation. Currently South African Tourism is hard at work with the greater tourism industry making sure we make South Africa one of the top 20 tourism destinations in the world! How do they plan to achieve this?
Guest: Sisa Ntshona, SA Tourism Chief Executive Officer
Yesterday Palestinians marked the International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian Prisoners on 17 April. According to reports, 6,500 Palestinians lie behind Israeli bars, including 350 children and 62 women.
Guest: Na'eem Jeenah - Executive Director of the Afro-Middle East Centre
Report On Easter Road Safety Campaign
Focus: Yesterday Transport Minister Blade Nzimande released a preliminary report on the 2018 Easter road safety campaign. According to the transport department more than 18 900 law enforcement officers were deployed over the Easter long weekend, especially on hazardous routes. We unpack the report this morning.
Guest: Transport Minister Blade Nzimande
The Congress of South African Trade Unions, Cosatu say they find it bizarre that they have recently been fielding attacks coming from workers representatives, who are opposed to the National Minimum Wage. Cosatu says the Minimum wage will help transform the low wage regime that has characterized the labour market for decades. For more on this we are now joined on the line by Cosatu's Parliamentary Coordinator, Sizwe pamla...
GUEST: Cosatu's Parliamentary Coordinator, SIZWE PAMLA.
“What are the principals to secure financial freedom?”
Guest (studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty)
Following his appointment as UJ’s new VC, we ask Proffessor Marwala what vision does he have for the University? What challenges does he face his role as vice chancellor? More than ever now students should become more involved in talks around transformation and decolonisation at universities, what are his thoughts on this? More over, following his recent visit to Paris where he was part of a group of 15 top-level scholars who explored the advancement of memory at the Collège de France, we unpack his position on the role Artificial Intelligence should play in the African continent?
Guest: Prof Tshilidzi Marwala as new Vice-Chancellor and Principal
The South African Reserve Bank has appointed a forensic investigator to probe VBS Mutual Bank's affairs as well as the bank's possible fraudulent activities. The Reserve Bank has tasked Advocate Terry Motau to establish whether any of the business of VBS was conducted with the intent to defraud depositors. The investigations will also cover claims of reckless business practices and non-disclosure by some of the directors of the bank.
Guest: Iraj Abedian -CEO, Pan African Investments
The head of the Wits School of Economics and Business Sciences, Professor Jannie Rossouw says "the rot at furniture retailing giant, Steinhoff International, goes much deeper than one man. Steinhoff is accused of overstating its earnings among other accounting irregularities, in a case describe as one of South Africa's biggest corporate failure. Professor Rossouw says the company's, CEO Markus Jooste, who has come to represent the crisis, did not act alone and that other board members should be held accountable....For more on this, we’re now joined on the line by Professor Rossouw…
Guest: The head of the Wits School of Economics and Business Sciences, Professor Jannie Rossouw.
The Federation of Unions of South Africa (Fedusa) says the call by the South African Federation of Trade Unions (saftu), to reject the National Mininum Wage, is against the best interest of workers. Fedusa says they are aware that R3500 a month is not a living wage but it's a start to addressing wage inequality. For more on this we are now joined on the line by FEDUSA's General Secretary, Dennis George...
Guest: Dennis George – General Secretary of Fedusa
The quiet diplomacy over the Guptas won't deliver President Cyril Ramaphosa's 'new dawn'. This according to Mpumelelo Mkhabela, a political analyst with the Department of Political Sciences at the University of South Africa, (UNISA). In an opinion piece, Mkhabela says "In any normal and proud democratic country, the arrest of citizen, Justin van Pletzen would have sparked a huge diplomatic row". Businessman Justin van Pletzen, was arrested in Dubai, after a video of him confronting Ajay Gupta, went viral. Mpumelelo Mkhabela now joins us on the line…
GUEST: Mpumelelo Mkhabela, who is a political analyst with the Department of Political Sciences at the University of South Africa (UNISA)
We scrutinise government’s land audit stats, just to follow up on our discussion from last week, giving the ministry of Rural Development and Land Reform ‘a right of reply’.
Guest: Mcebisi Skwatsha, Deputy Minister of of Rural Development and Land Reform
How to PR as an entrepreneur According to Nelisa Nqulana PR must be aligned to your vision. What are your plans as a business? What value are you adding? Who are you adding to? Why should people care about your particular product or service? She joins us now to share some key pointers for entrepreneurs who want to promote and market their businesses. Guest: Nelisa Ngqulana, MD of PR Trends ZA
Business Profile On our Business Feature this morning, on the Talking Point, we are In conversation with, Tshepho Mashego and Entrepreneur and Founder of Relevance For Man Tailored Suits. He has designed and tailored suits for the likes of Home Affairs Minister, Malusi Gigaba, DJ Black Coffee, Oskido and many others... Guest: Tshepho Mashego
According to Zubeida, male editors were quick to make judgments about women leaders. This morning we look at how society and media, and whether they hold women leaders to a different standard than it does men? How has the coverage of Winnie Mandela pre and post-apartheid been, and how has it affected her legacy?
Guest: Zubeider Jaffer - Veteran journalist, author based at the University of the Free State
Following the escape of awaiting trial prisoners, we would like to have a discussion about the rehabilitation of prisoners in correctional facilities. Are our correctional facilities effective? In answer to a June 2017 parliamentary question, the minister of justice and correctional services said that 11,842 foreigners were being held in South African correctional facilities. What is the plan for them? This morning amongst other things we unpack the cost to the tax payer to house an inmate, Overcrowding in prisons due to the remand detainee population and Crime within the prisons itself, how are we tackling it?
Guest: Dr Malose Langa – From the WITS psychology Department
A non-profit human rights organisation, representing families living in an abandoned Doornfontein building, In Johannesburg, whose wall collapsed on Monday, killing three children, has lashed out at the City of Johannesburg for failing the families with safe alternative accommodation. The Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa (SERI) says occupants of collapsed building had been waiting for emergency housing for 8 months. Joining us on the line is our SERI's says occupiers of these properties are forced to live in abandoned buildings because they cannot afford to rent or buy housing on the private market...
Guest: Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa (SERI), researcher and advocate, Edward Molopi…
China warned on Monday that trade talks with the United States were "impossible" under current conditions after President Donald Trump reassured markets by suggesting that the dispute could be resolved. The two sides have announced tit-for-tat tariffs and threatened to hit each other with more duties, raising the prospect of a trade war that could rattle the global economy. The president's remarks came weeks after his decision to tax imports of steel and aluminum, followed by planned levies on $50 billion worth of goods from China over what Washington says is theft of intellectual property and technology.
Guest: Sanusha Naidoo – Senior research Associate based with the Institute For Global Dialogue
Democratic Republic of Congo is a vast country with immense economic resources, established as a Belgian colony in 1908 and gained its independence in 1960. This morning we get to experience the culture, music and beautiful stories told through the eyes of a native of the country…
Song: Lokua Kanza - Who is a singer-songwriter from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He is known for his soulful, folksy sound. The song Plus Vivant is from his sixth album also titled "Plus Vivant"
Guests: Dr Kombi Sausi Guest (Studio): Nixon Tasakana- Migration Researcher & Analyst, presenter at Channel Africa
This morning on the Talking Point, we interrogate which foreign nationals come to South Africa‚ why they come here‚ how they come and what we can learn from them, we will also unpack some of the experiences of immigrants and their impact on the South African economy. Our guest to elaborate on this topic is Thifulufheli Sinthumule, Acting Director Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa(CoRMSA) - Who will be in our studios for this discussion..
Guest: Thifulufheli Sinthumule, Acting Director Consortium for Refugees and Migrants in South Africa(CoRMSA) - Who will be in our studios for this discussion..
This morning as we continue the 10-day period of mourning for Mama Winnie Madikizela-Mandela who passed away last week Monday. On Friday South African women pulled their power together to show their undying love for the mother of our nation mam’ Winnie Madikizela-Mandela by weaking #AllBlackWithDoek. We reflect on what her legacy is for young women of SA, but also celebrate her through spoken word.
Guest: Natalia Molebatsi - Performance Poet, Writer, MC
Veliswa Mvenya/ Shehana Gaibie/Nomafrench Mbombo (whoever wins) has been elected as the leader of the DA Women's Network (DAWN), at the party's Federal Congress in Tshwane, last week. Today we look at he role of South African women in politics. How their participation has increased since the end of apartheid and why are women important in parties?
Guest: The new leader of the DA's Women's Network (DAWN), Veliswa Mvenya/ Shehana Gaibie/Nomafrench Mbombo (whoever wins as outcome will be announced tonight) and Professor Steven Friedman, a political analyst and research professor at the University of Johannesburg (UJ)
Guest: Professor Steven Friedman – Political analyst
Soon after taking on his new role as the Minister of Police, Police Minister Bheki Cele warned criminals to watch their backs. This morning we unpack what his plans to address crime in the country.
Guest: General Bheki Cele - Minister of Police
With all eyes on the DA this week as it gears up to elect new leaders, this morning we hear from James Selfe about the party’s state of readiness and he will also educate us about the party’s internal structures and how they function.
Guest: James Selfe, DA’s Federal Executive Chairperson
Tomorrow, the South African Youth Council will embark on a mass demonstration to raise the plight of unemployed youth which continues to plaque millions of young South Africans. The demonstration will be directed to the Business Leadership South Africa offices in Sandton. So this morning we ask, how can business help to end youth unemployment in this country?
Guest: Thembinkosi Josopu, president of the South African Youth Council
Vincent Gaborone a student at University of Johannesburg, is advocating for the rights of disabled students. During the discussion, caller Muziwabantu called in to express his concern on how people living with disabilities were referred to. This morning we try to get a better understanding on how to relate to people living with disabilities. What is the correct terminology to use? When is it correct to offer assistance?
Guests: Mr Benny Phalime - Director-Disability unit-Mainstream and Advocacy
Vincent Gaborone - A student at University of Johannesburg, is advocating for the rights of disabled students
I’m Still a K…..word is exactly what you think it is – a 911 reflection of the Author's life as a Black man in the yoke of present day imperialism. This, besides being a letter, according to the author, is a call to the indoctrinated black nation that is plagued in the era of psychological remote control. The author shares this letter as a panic button in response to the psychologically disguised imperialism in the form of debt, mind control, divide and rule, information control, trends, Social Media, biological weapons, music, war on drugs, police brutality, blacklist, black inferiority complex, prison industrial complex, Video games, internet and mis-education.
Guest: Vukulu Sizwe Maphindani is a Black Power Scholar, Author, Black Nationalist, Orator, Publisher, and activist
Bishop Vusi Dube briefs us on the activities that will take place before and during former President Jacob Zuma’s court appearance on Friday.
Guest: Bishop Vusi Dube, Coordinator of the National Interfaith Council of South Africa
Yesterday, the Finance Ministry revealed that the South African Revenue Service has collected R1.216 trillion in revenue for the 2017/2018 tax year. However, the figure collected was lower than the estimate of R1.27 trillion. Should we be worried – what does it all mean? We find out from…….
Guest: Dr Randall Carollissen, Group Executive, Tax & Excise Institute at SARS
Our guest is arguing that while President Ramaphosa continues to receive praise on how well he has managed to handle the transition from the troubled Zuma presidency - history will judge him on his ability to do something much bigger: rendering the South Africa state one that is not only capable, but genuinely developmental.
Guest: Roger Southall, Professor of Sociology at Wits
Ethiopia is Africa's oldest independent country and It served as a symbol of African independence throughout the colonial period, and was a founder member of the United Nations and the African base for many international organisations. Ethiopia is currently considered one of Africa's poorest countries. This morning we ask, why then is it underdeveloped and poor?
Guest: Ambassador Prof. Iqbal Jhazbhay - South Africa's former Ambassador to the State of Eritrea and currently professor at the University of South Africa
Midwives must be better integrated into our health system, particularly in the private sector where currently they are positioned as assistants to obstetricians. Making midwives the primary practitioners in non-complex pregnancies will increase access and make private care more affordable for more women, including those not on medical schemes.
Guest: Dr Howard Manyonga - Head of Birthing Team
Athol Trollip speaks to us about governance issues and recent political developments that occurred in PE. He is confident that he will survive a motion of no confidence against him. Last week Thursday’s vote was postponed after the meeting descended into chaos.
Guest: Athol Trollip, Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality
This morning we profile Liomi, proudly South African perfume brand. According to the owner and creator, the aim is to make luxury oil based fragrances accessible to all. guest : Marriam kgole
Unpacking the book “Development, Social Policy and Community Action: Lessons from Below” How do citizens in poor communities benefit from and perceive state interventions and how do they interact with others in the community to promote the well-being of themselves and their families? (The book was launched yesterday and it addresses these two key questions).
Guests: Prof Lauren Graham (Deputy Director at the Centre for Social Development in Africa (CSDA), University of Johannesburg
Marianne S. Ulrikssen (CSDA Research Associate and Co-Editor of the book)
A Critique of the State Land Audit, an in-depth analysis from the Institute of Race Relations”. The Land Audit has been central to justifying government’s move towards a policy of property expropriation without compensation but according to the Institute of Race Relations, government’s Land Audit is a deeply questionable source of information. It leaves at least as many questions open as it answers. And the manner in which its information has been presented to the public has been misleading. So what informs the institute’s objection to government land audit? Can their arguments be empirically supported? Guests: Terrence Corrigan, Project Manager at the Institute of Race Relations
A new family of very promising silver-based anti-cancer drugs has been discovered by researchers in South Africa. The most promising silver thiocyanate phosphine complex among these, called UJ3 for short, has been successfully tested in rats and in human cancer cells in the laboratory. According to Professor Marianne Cronjé, Head of the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Johannesburg, the UJ3 complex is as effective as the industry-standard drug Cisplatin in killing cancer cells in laboratory tests done on human breast cancer and melanoma, a very dangerous form of skin cancer, as well.
Guest (studio): Professor Marianne Cronjé, Head of the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Johannesburg
Baleka Mbete discusses the role of SA’s Parliament in setting the global agenda. She is currently in Geneva, leading a delegation of nine Members of Parliament to the current 138th Assembly and Related Meetings of the Inter-Parliamentary Union.
Guest on the line (Geneva) Baleka Mbete, Speaker of the National Assembly
To mark the 11th year since the passing of Professor Archibald Monwabisi Mafeje, the 2018 lecture will be held under the theme: ‘Rethinking intellectualism, intellectual spaces and methodologies’. Dr Ibbo Mandaza will present the lecture, and joins us now to unpack how Intellectualism impacts on leadership.
Guest: Dr Ibbo Mandaza, a celebrated academic and politician
Gender pay gaps between men and women have been commonplace for decades in most countries around the world including South Africa. The 2017 Pulse of the People report run by market research firm Ipsos found that, on average, women in SA earned 27% less than their male counterparts. The report, which surveyed more than 3,500 employed South Africans across various occupations and regions, found that this gap was even wider among top earners. How then do we close the gap?
Guest: Ms Siwe Coka - President of the South African Association of Women Graduates and the Founder & Director of Inkanyezi Foundation
Solly Mapaila explains the SACP’s stance on corruption and their objection to former President Zuma being part of the ANC election campaign. The South African Communist Party says the ANC should exclude former president Jacob Zuma from its electoral campaigns. They argue that “we seek to transform society to lead it somewhere and to get there we need incorruptible leaders. We can’t have that kind of face representing our value system. That is completely against what we stand for.”
Guest: Solly Mapaila, 1st Deputy General Secretary of the SACP
According to Vincent Gaborone, a University student, any learner must attend school at any learning facility, whether physically challenged or not. He says we should do away with special schools and his argument is that when a learner finishes matric, there is no special university, so adjusting is difficult.
Guest: Vincent Gaborone - A student at University of Johannesburg, is advocating for the rights of disabled students.
We learn more about Sifiso publishers and their contribution in growing the culture of reading in Africa. They are actively involved in communities through reading to children and encouraging young people and parents to read.
Guest: Yamkela Tywakadi, Commissioning Editor for Sifiso Publishers
With former president Jacob Zuma currently facing multiple charges of corruption, fraud, racketeering and money laundering. Advocate Paul Hoffman joins us to discuss options available to him and also to help us understand if he stands any chance of an acquittal.
Guest: Adv Paul Hoffman, Director of Accountability Now and the author of Confronting the Corrupt
CBM believes that all persons with disabilities should enjoy their human rights and realise their full potential in an inclusive South Africa. They work to make a tangible, measurable difference to communities and organizations. We find out about their flagship programme, the Rural Ability Programme (RAP), which aims to make a meaningful and sustainable difference to the lives of persons with disabilities in remote and rural areas. Dr William Rowland - Head of the CBM board.
About two weeks ago SALGA held an energy summit that looked at some of the key factors that have a significant impact on the energy sector in Local Government, with the objective of initiating policy shifts in the energy sector. So this morning our guests will dissect the outcomes of the summit. Guests: Mr Nhlanhla Ngidi (SALGA – Specialist: Electricity and Energy), Ms Ntombifuthi Ntuli (CSIR – Research Group Leader - Energy Industry) and Mr Thembani Bukula, Chief Executive Officer at PowerX
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
The #MeToo movement has been a powerful force in helping to raise awareness of sexual harassment, especially in the workplace. It has provided a platform for those affected to speak openly about their ordeals. So far, most of the people who have come forward have been women. Does that mean that very few men are victims of sexual harassment? Why do some men suffer in silence?
Guest on the line (U.K) Dr Robin Bailey, Senior Lecture in Psychological Therapies at the University of Central Lacanshire
This morning we ask, how does / did apartheid and colonialism affect the way black people see themselves, and how they love themselves and each other? Do black people need to develop an attitude of black love, for themselves and each other? How does one go about developing self-love, coming from the past that we come from as black African people? And then, how do we express that love?
Guest (studio): Baba Buntu, an Activist Scholar and Founding Director of eBukhosini Solutions
Pit toilets in South African schools – what is it going to take to get rid of them? It was revealed late last year that about 4624 schools in the country have pit toilets. These figures were revealed by Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga in a written parliamentary reply.
Guest: Tshepo Motsepe, General Secretary of Equal Education
As part of the U.S. Embassy’s continued efforts to bolster education in South Africa, they have brought American puppeteer and visual storyteller Karen Konnerth to the country to hold workshops with teachers to show them how incorporating arts into teaching can enhance learning. Karen’s performances to pupils are entertaining and educational.
Guest: Karen Konnerth, World-renowned American Arts Integration and English Language Specialist
Translated from the Afrikaans meaning 'apartness', apartheid was the ideology supported by the National Party (NP) government and was introduced in South Africa in 1948.Even though apartheid came to end in 1994, the scars left by apartheid still exist who experienced the cruelty of the apartheid system. This morning we aim to understand, how apartheid has affected and continues to affect the lives of some people, 24 years into democracy.
Guest: Mrs Selloane Phethane, a Sharpeville Massacre survivor and Chairperson of Khulumani Sharpeville
Guest: Ms Nomarussia Bonase, Gauteng Khulumani Provincial Chairperson
The Anti-Racism Network South Africa (ARNSA) will this evening host a lecture on the Roots of Racism by Professor Achille Mbembe, author of the award winning book, 'Critique of Black Reason'. The lecture forms part of ARNSA's Anti-Racism Week programme which runs from March 14-21 annually. ARNSA is a network of some 80 organisations and is spearheaded by the Ahmed Kathrada and Nelson Mandela Foundations.
Guest: Professor Achille Mbembe - Author of the award winning book, 'Critique of Black Reason'
What gives rise to political leadership, at any given time? This morning we unpack political party leadership, with the aim to understand what makes a leader appealing to their constituency and what they need? What organisational dynamics and historical conditions give rise to certain leaders, and the message they then bring forth? We look at what history dictates, individual attributes and qualities. Guest: Dumisani Hlophe - Governance Specialist at Unisa School of Governance.
guest: Dr sibetha - chief director of the department of economic development, tourism and environment affairs in Kzn
As we observe Anti-Racism Week, Professor Saths Cooper talks about the intricate issue of mental slavery and explains the significance of Biko Fanon Award for Psychological Liberation.
Guest: Professor Saths Cooper, Vice President of the International Social Science Council and President of the International Union of Psychological Science
March being Human Rights Month, this morning we tackle the subject of Women’s Rights vs Male Supremacy in Indian Muslim Communities. Our guests talk about women's place in Islam, cultural customs and how they are actually regarded in their homes and community.
Guests: Ayesha Fakie, is the head of the sustained dialogues programme at the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation
Khadija Bawa, is an intern in the sustained dialogues programme at the Institute for Justice and Reconciliation
Last week Taxify app-based driver Siyabonga Ngcobo’s charred body was found in the boot of a burnt car close to the Unisa Sunnyside Campus on Thursday night. His colleagues believe it’s a murder that was carried out by rival metered taxi drivers. The ongoing rivalry between Johannesburg meter taxi drivers and Uber operators has been going on since 2016. This morning we ask both parties involved, what needs to happen for it to come to an end?
Hendrick Ndou - Secretary at the Gauteng Meter Taxi Council
Thando Sipuye on truth and lies about South African history”. He is arguing that in South Africa there is neither democracy nor justice when it comes to narrating critical historical events and moments. He goes on to say that the re-construction and re-writing of histories about the Sharpeville Massacre which occurred on March 21, 1960, and the re-constitution of that day as ahistorical and a depoliticised ‘Human Rights Day’, is but one of many examples of this unfortunate political bias and narrow approach to the telling of history.
Guest: Thando Sipuye, an African historian and a social scientist. He is an executive member of The Ankh Foundation, the Blackhouse Kollective and the Africentrik Study Group based at the University of Sobukwe (Fort Hare).
Today on our musical wind down, we celebrate the music of Ringo Madlingozi who rose to fame when he and his band Peto won the Shell Road to Fame contest in 1986. Madlingozi’s sound is firmly rooted in traditional Xhosa rhythms and harmonies.
Guest (studio): Ringo Madlingozi
In a wide ranging interview, Godrich Gardee talks about recent political developments in the country and he will also explain his party’s stance on the land question.
Guest (studio): Godrich Gardee, EFF’s Secretary General
Advances in biology and neuroscience have shown that a child’s brain and cognitive development are shaped by their learning experiences. The way we learn, affects the brain and its capacity. According to Dr Liebenberg, understanding of the brain – the organ of learning – would be critical to a teacher’s readiness to work with students.
Guest: Dr Lieb Liebenberg – CEO of ITSI – an EdTech company
Should we be viewing businesses owned by foreigners as a threat? How can we exploit the enterprising natures of foreign entrepreneurs and learn from them? What are some of the challenges that they face as business owners in South Africa?
Guest: Nicholas Mabena - African Diaspora Forum deputy chairperson for the SADC region
amaHlubi King Mthimkhulu III joins us to discuss the role of traditional leaders in a democratic dispensation and he will also outline the main objectives of the newly formed African Renaissance Unity Party.
Guest: Bob janson
We look at the emotional aspect that goes along with a parent, due to migration, making a decision to leave their children in their country of origin, in search for refuge of economic opportunities. Also, what informs such a decision? What challenges come with it? Guest: cynthia banda
The repatriation of eight Zimbabwean children who are being kept at a place of safety in Rustenburg in the North West is set to take place on Tuesday. The children aged between two and 14 were found undocumented in a truck in Rustenburg last November. It is believed they were travelling to Cape Town to visit their parents for the Christmas holidays. We look at the decision to repatriate the children, and ask could more have been done? What happens now for the children when they arrive in Zimbabwe?
Guest: Ms Lumka Oliphant -Department Social Development spokesperson
On Monday, the Freedom Front Plus launched a plan of action - called Fight Back South Africa - to stop expropriation of land without compensation. The party is calling on civil society and individuals to make submissions to oppose the proposed amendment to the Constitution that will allow the expropriation of land without compensation.
Guest: Dr Corné Mulder, Freedom Front Plus parliamentary chief whip
Any economy influenced by new technology and Artificial Intelligence promises to transform the workplace as we know it today. So this morning, we examine; whether artificial intelligence technologies’ disruption in Africa will widen or close the skills gap and look at the impact such technologies will have for South Africa in particular, and its youthful population – given the unemployment rate at the moment?
Guest: Rob Jardine, Head, Research and Solutions at the NeuroLeadership Institute South Africa
Following the announcement by the former Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba that R57bn will be allocated to fund free tertiary education. Dr. David Harrison argues that the primary engine of long-term economic growth is our young children, and that proper investment in them will improve school outcomes, reduce school and college failure rates and improve national productivity. He joins us now to explain why Early Childhood Development should not be overlooked.
Guest: Dr. David Harrison – CEO of the DG Murray Trust
Post the ANC’s Election Workshop, Fikile Mbalula speaks to us about the ruling party’s campaign objectives for next year’s national elections. The party wants to deal with unemployment, crime and corruption among other issues as it heads to the 2019 elections.
Guest:Pule Mabe
Yesterday, Cosatu presented its proposals on the need to decriminalise sex work to Parliament’s public hearings. They argue that they support decriminalisation because it will help to ensure sex workers are treated as human beings and that they are able to access their full constitutional, labour, human and other rights and opportunities.
Guest: Mathew Park, COSATU Parliamentary Officer
March is Endometriosis Awareness month. Endometriosis affects approximately 176 million worldwide, is a leading cause of infertility and has profound effects on quality of life for many women. Symptoms of endometriosis include: bleeding, pain, infertility, fatigue and suppressed immune system. This morning on Living with it, we get to understand what life is like living with endometriosis.
Guest(InStudio): Lynne Zurnamer - Founder of the Endometriosis Society of South Africa
At The roundtable discussion on Encoding and Decoding the Social Phenomenon of Violent Destruction of Public Infrastructure, as part of the I Care We Care campaign, initiated by the Department of Infrastructure Development, and now driven by the Moral Regeneration Movement, the aim was to galvanize the communities to protect public infrastructure. How can protesters and community members be made to understand that they are not just the users but that they have a certain level of ownership and benefits of the property?
Guest Father Smangaliso Mkhatswa – Chairman of the Moral Regeneration Movement
The Nelson Mandela Foundation has applied to the Equality Court in Johannesburg for an order declaring the gratuitous display of the old flag as hate speech, unfair discrimination and race-based harassment. AfriForum has opposed any restriction on the display of the old South African flag as an infringement on free speech.
Guest: Ernst Roets- Afriforum deputy CEO
Yesterday saw the public launch of Indlulamithi – South Africa Scenarios 2030. This multi-stakeholder project is geared towards developing a framework to better understand our country’s trajectory and make long-term informed-decisions. Joining us to outline its objectives is……
Guest: Dr Yacoob Abba Omar, Head of strategy and communications at the Banking Association of South Africa & spokesperson at Indlulamithi
With CPS’s contract due to expire at the end of the month. This morning we look at SASSA’s state of affairs asking, how did they get where they are today?
Guests: Paseka Letsatsi, spokesperson, South African Social Security Agency and Lynette Maart, National Director, Black Sash
On the 5th of December 2017, Vusi Thembekwayo launched his debut leadership and management book, The Magna Carta of Exponentiality. In the book, he looks at teams, leaders and organisations that have managed to deliver phenomenal market-beating results in the face of extreme uncertainty, severe resource constraints and socio-political instability. He now joins us to unpack how one can drive exponential results in linear markets.
Guest: Vusi Thembekwayo -Chief Executive Officer of MyGrowthFund & IC Knowledge – Bureau, a global entrepreneur, investor, business speaker and author
Much has been expected of South Africa as an African leader from beyond the continent, yet the lesson of the post-1994 period is that South Africa has consistently struggled to deliver under this weight of expectation – and its African record has been punctuated by a series of failures as it struggles to translate material power into tangible foreign policy achievement. So this morning we investigate why South Africa struggles to lead in Africa.
Guest (UK): Mr James Hamill, Lecturer in the School of History, Politics & International Relations at the University of Leicester, UK & Author of "Africa’s Lost Leader: South Africa’s Continental Role Since Apartheid
using the Mancoba Seven Angels Ministry as an example’ How does someone know if the faith they are following is harmful? Last week, a shootout ensued in a churchyard after an earlier attack last week during which a group of men stormed a police station, killing five officers and a retired soldier. According to reports, Leaders of the Mancoba Seven Angels Ministry who are called “angels” by their members, were involved in the murdering of 5 officers. Last year, Thoko Mkhwanazi-Xaluva - chairperson of the CRL Commission warned Parliament about the church, saying it’s a cult, and a disaster waiting to happen. This morning we find out what life, in a cult is like.
Guest: Lesley Smailes, author of Cult Sister (TBC)
Being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with SMSs and emails that haven’t been responded to”.
Guest (studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited
An overview of Africa’s main natural resources: Rich in oil and natural resources, the continent holds a strategic position on the global market. But why is Africa so underdeveloped and poor?
Guest: Dr Claude Kabemba, Director of the Southern Africa Resource Watch
How did this reshuffle affect our markets and what can we expect moving forward?
Guest: Dawie Roodt, Director and Chief Economist of the Efficient Group
How is the property market going to be impacted by the Budget Speech?”
Guest (studio): Dineo Molomo, from Dineo Properties (Pty) Ltd askdineo@dineoproperties.co.za Twitter: @dineoproperties Facebook:@dineoproperties
Christo Weilbach
Sharing a personal story, a Soweto based Imam shares with us his experience of racism within the Muslim community.
Guest: Sheikh Thapelo Amad – From Al Jamah
We look at the legacy of Albertina Sisulu and also provide a broader view of the role played by women in the struggle for freedom. Mama Sisulu will always be remembered as one of South Africa’s key heroines of the liberation struggle. She joined the ANC Women's League in the 1940s, becoming its treasurer in 1959. She became a member of the executive of the Federation of South African Women when it was formed in 1954. She was a leader of the campaign to boycott 'Bantu Education,' imposed on African children in 1954.
Guest (studio): Nomvula Mokonyane, ANC NEC member & Minister of Water and Sanitation
As we wrap up Reggae Month - this morning on our musical wind down, we entertain you with the music of MC Norman (reggae artist, a Ugandan born based in South Africa).
Guest (studio): MC Norman, reggae artist & song writer
As of the end of 2017, according to data provided to Al-Monitor by the Israeli Population and Immigration Authority, 15,613 people had submitted requests for asylum. Just 11 have been granted refugee status, a number Israeli organization African Refugee Development Center (ARDC) cites as one of the lowest in the Western world. According Benjamin Netanyahu, the migrants centered largely in south Tel Aviv are in Israel illegally and arrived for economic reasons, pointing to security and safety burdens posed by this population. The government considers them “infiltrators” — a term originating in Israel’s 1954 law intending to prevent entry of Palestinian refugees. We look at this decision to deport and ask - is it morally justified? guest: Ayelet Black – Israels deputy ambassador to South Africa
Early last year, ANC NEC member and Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor raised concerns over how some government officials sustain their lifestyles. She then suggested that government should start implementing lifestyle audits to identify public servants involved in corruption. President Cyril Ramaphosa supports the call, in his recent SONA reply, he also called for lifestyle audits for top government officials. It is common knowledge that a well-defined asset declaration and lifestyle audit system is a strong tool to fight public sector corruption and abuse of power. What’s your take on this? Call us and share your thoughts.
Guest: Ms Naledi Pandor, Minister of Science and Technology
Over the weekend, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s latest installment, Black Panther, opened to record box office. It’s something new for Marvel: a movie with a largely black cast, helmed by a black director, and set in a fictional African country, where the vivid art, costume, and makeup designs were all inspired by real-world African tribal traditions.
Guest: Dr John Kani, the actor who plays King T’Chaka in the movie Black Panther.
There is a growing concern about the number of traffic officers who have been killed or injured in the line of duty in Gauteng. But what’s behind all these killings? We establish the facts….
Guest: David Tembe, Head of the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD)
According to Martha Cotton, the influence of design on the business world is no longer in the realm of the creative genius, design has moved mainstream. We unpack this concept with her, and understand the benefits of Design thinking in not only the way we do business, but the way we live our lives.
Guest: Martha Cotton, an innovation consultant with a background in anthropology
Regardless of age, regardless of position, regardless of the business we happen to be in, all of us need to understand the importance of branding. This takes consistency, dedication, and work, but what are the key strategies one needs to adopt to build an authentic brand?
Guest: Rooksana Modan is a Business Broker, Business Coach, International Speaker and Branding Strategist
Today marks World Day of Social Justice and to commemorate this day we chat to Professor Thuli Madonsela, who will be taking part in a collaborative community event titled ‘Walk in My Shoes’. This event provides an opportunity for marginalised voices to be heard. Madonsela always argue that “without inclusiveness, social justice and participation in any democracy, peace is an illusion”.
Guest: Professor Adv Thuli Madonsela, Chair in Social Justice in the Law Faculty of Stellenbosch University
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
This morning on our musical wind down - we are joined by Zakes Bantwini who is a platinum selling artist and record producer. He will talk to us about his musical journey and his 4th Album titled “Love, Light & Music2” that he released last year.
Guest (studio): Zakes Bantwini – Musician, Producer, Social Entrepreneur Graduate (GIBS) and UNICEF Celebrity Advocate
In a social media post by Mpho Molepo, he says “I have never met my father, the only image i have of him is when my aunt told me one day that I have grown so much that i now look like Mr Solly Molepo. I always try to imagine how does it feel when one says i will talk to my father. I always wished i could call him or go to lunch with him but he was not there” This morning on Morning talk we ask How does fatherlessness affect men in their lives, and in how they behave in relationships?
Guest: Mxolisi Masilela - Artistic Director at T.X Theatre productions
Mr Mpho Molepo – Writer, Director and a father who is learning to be a good father while he is fatherless
Dr Mosibudi Mangena is arguing that if we are serious about confronting poverty and inequality in this country, we should attend to the matter of youth education and training. He further says, we need to redesign our education system from being purely academic, to one that incorporates vocational training from Grade 9 to 12.
Guest: Dr Mosibudi Mangena, former Minister of Science and Technology and also former President of Azapo
Yesterday, Cape Town mayor Patricia de Lille survived a motion of no confidence by one vote. Only 109 councillors voted in favour of the motion at a special council meeting even though the DA has 154 of the 231 council seats. Votes against totalled 110.
Guest: Patricia De Lille, Mayor of Cape Town
What can we expect from President Ramaphosa? His election as the ANC president in December bolstered a great deal of optimism in the country. Given our numerous challenges - what can he possibly do to turn things around?
Guest: Mr Roelf Meyer, former Minister of Defense
Zimbabwe's long-time opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai was sworn in as prime minister of a unity government on 11 February 2009, ending President Robert Mugabe's 29-year monopoly on power. Currently, three Movement for Democratic Change vice presidents are vying for control of the party in Tsvangirai’s absence. This morning we discuss Morgan Tsvangirai and his contribution in transforming Zimbabwean Politics.
Guests: Prof David Moore - Head of Department in the Department of Anthropology and Development Studies in the Faculty of Humanities
Dr Dznessa Gwinyai – Senior researcher at the Centre for Conflict resolution in Cape Town.
Since leaving his position as station manager at Metro FM in 1994, Mr. Radebe was appointed General Manager of the SABC’s Commercial Radio Stations, made up of Metro FM, 5FM, Highveld Stereo and Radio 2000. In 1996, he took over the national PBS portfolio of stations under the SABC as General Manager and was in 1999 appointed the first Director of the combined Radio and Television Sports Department (Top sport) where he extended the listenership of cricket, rugby and tennis in black radio stations and in 1998 covered the Soccer World Cup in France.
GUEST: KOOS RADEBE –THE VERY FIRST STATION MANAGER OF METRO FM FROM 1986 TILL 1994
the ANC’s recent resolution on expropriation of land without compensation, and his own work, as an advocate and acting judge in the land Claims Court, where he has applied the constitutional provisions to determine ‘just and equitable’ compensation.
Guest: Tembeka Ngcukaitobi is an Advocate of the High Court, specializing in Human Rights and Constitutional Litigation
Nicole Capper says as a cancer Survivor sun protection is a massive focus for her. “Being diagnosed with malignant melanoma at 25 rocked my world, but I was lucky to have caught it early enough “We find out from her what life with skin cancer is like.
Guest: Nicole Capper - Mrs South Africa 2018 and Skin Cancer Survivor
what kind of institutional change do we need in order to promote social cohesion and reduce inequality? And how do we bridge the growing inter-generational divide?
Guest: Ms Anda David, Research Officer at the French Development Agency (AFD)
one thing that we need more than ever before is to take collective responsibility for our challenges and our future as a country.
Guest: Mzukisi Qobo is Associate Professor at the South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) & Chair of African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy at the University of Johannesburg
This morning on our musical wind down - we feature the music of Samthing Soweto. He started his career as one of the founding members of the South African acappella group The Soil.
Guest (studio): Samthing Soweto aka Samkelo Mdolomba
Looking at the preliminary findings of the first Peoples’ Tribunal on Economic Crime. The concrete recommendations include a strong call for South African state institutions as well as various European states to investigate serious instances of economic crime. Evidence collected by the Tribunal will in due course be handed over to the relevant state authorities to assist future investigations.
Guest: Kelly Kopman (in-house attorney) for the People’s Tribunal on Economic Crime
We learn more about South Africa’s first Integrity Idol initiative, which according to the Nelson Mandela Foundation aims to inspire a national movement to honour, encourage and connect honest civil servants.
Guest: Sello Hatang: CEO of the Nelson Mandela Foundation
What is the #WomanUp2018 all about and what does it aim to achieve - what are the main challenges in sexual and reproductive health across the African continent?
Guest: Tessa Dooms is the managing Director of Youth Lab, a dynamic youth-led policy think tank that mainstreams youth perspectives on policy issues through interaction, knowledge sharing and capacity development.
Dr Uwemedimo Uko Esiet, is a public health physician, social development and sexual health advocate based in Lagos, Nigeria and he is the Conference Convener.
What does a typical entrepreneur get from being incubated that they would not get if they are not? How do they measure their success?
Guest: Mr Tervern Jaftha - Senior Manager of Incubation
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Guest (studio): Dineo Molomo, from Dineo Properties (Pty) Ltd 084 783 4636 askdineo@dineoproperties.co.za Twitter: @dineoproperties Facebook:@dineoproperties
SA film, The Wound (Inxeba) is one of the most talked about films in South Africa at the moment and it has attracted both criticism and acclaim. Last week threats were made that “Hell will break loose in PE, if they show that controversial movie”. So this morning we demystify the myths about the movie.
Guests: Chief Xolile Ndevu – From the kingdom of Amaxhosa
Malusi Bengu – Co Writer Inxeba
We discuss the SAICA’s enterprise development programme (previously hope factory) and get to know about their stats for the programme as well as calls for this year’s recruitment for qualifying businesses looking for financial, leadership and Business mastery mentorship .We also discuss the importance of choosing the right mentor for yourself…
Guests: Theresa Kanda SAICA Enterprise Development Programme Representative
Mpumi Nzuza from Nzuza Architects: the mentee/entrepreneur part of the programme (she will be sharing with us how the mentorship has helped her business)
SMA (spinal muscular atrophy) is a disease that robs people of physical strength by affecting the motor nerve cells in the spinal cord, taking away the ability to walk, eat, or breathe. It is the number one genetic cause of death for infants. We find out what life is like when one is living with the disease…
Guest: Kerry Walsh – She has Spinal Muscular Atrophy
We look at the Hands off Zuma campaign led by black first land first defending President Jacob Zuma. BLF claims that Zuma is under attack because of his stance on radical economic transformation and land expropriation, adding that it will defend him until his term ends.
Guest: Professor Sipho Seepe, political analyst
Zanele Lwana, Deputy President of Black First Land First (BLF)
According to Selebogo, they’ve reached their 1st milestone in 7 months and impacted loads of new jobs in the process... now they go for their next milestone as @TP_Fund, raising R100 million in 2018... “you do the math on how that will impact job creation.
guest: Luyanda Jafta - the ootcamp general at the peoples fund
Obesity is a serious public health problem because it significantly increases the risk of chronic disease such as type-2 diabetes, hypertension, coronary heart diseases as well as certain cancers.
guest: Dr Dickson Amugsi, Associate Research Scientist at the African Population and Health Research Center
As you may recall, yesterday we spoke to Dr Azar Jammine about this issue, so this morning Capitec Bank CEO Gerrie Fourie responds to this controversial report.
guest: Gerrie Fourie, Capitec Bank CEO
There is no question that the challenges young women face today are different to the challenges women faced decades ago. But when we look back at the women during apartheid, and in particular the more than 20,000 South African women of all races who staged a march in 1956, protesting against the proposed amendments to the Urban Areas Act of 1950, we look at them with admiration for their strength. But are we as a society supportive of young women activists today?
Ntokozo Yingwana is a Researcher and PhD Candidate with the African Centre for Migration & Society (ACMS) at the University of Witwatersrand.
She unpacks this with us, and also shares her experiences of being attacked in public for the story line she was part of in the soapie.
Guest: Makgofe Moagi - Managing Director and Founder of the MDM Foundation, actress and model
the descendants of the first people and the slaves, about their treatment in contemporary South Africa.
Guests: Marius Fransman, former Chairperson of the ANC in the Western Cape
Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with SMSs and emails that haven’t been responded to and he will also share some questions he’s received off air”.
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited 011 880 4888 / 082 332 7265
“Being the last Monday of the month, Dineo answers your property related questions”
Guest (studio): Dineo Molomo, from Dineo Properties (Pty) Ltd 084 783 4636 askdineo@dineoproperties.co.za Twitter: @dineoproperties Facebook:@dineoproperties
Multiple sclerosis (MS) involves an immune-mediated process in which an abnormal response of the body's immune system is directed against the central nervous system (CNS). Debbie is a young woman living with Multiple Sclerosis, she joins us now to share what life is like, living with MS.
Guest: Debbie Adlard – Young person living with Multiple sclerosis and founder of Voice of MS
On our Friday Musical Wind Down today we feature the music of Thami Shobede, known to his fans as “Fresh Milk”. He will tell us about his debut album titled “Never Lost”.
Guest (studio): Thami Shobede, (he came second on the 2016 Idols SA competition)
How do we make the tools of economics and innovation studies suitable and instrumental to development? We find out from Dr Glenda Kruss Van Der Heever - she will also clarify the role of the State and its agencies in overcoming the lack of coordination, continuity and adherence of innovation and production policies.
Guest: Dr Glenda Kruss Van Der Heever, Deputy Executive Director, Center for Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators (CeSTii) at the Human Sciences Research Council
What does the suspension of KwaZulu-Natal’s PEC mean and what are the duties of the interim structure? Factional divisions have deepened in the province since the controversial 2015 Provincial Elective Conference.
Guest: Sihle Zikalala, Co-ordinator of the ANC in KwaZulu-Natal
In response to numerous complaints received by the CRL Commission. Yesterday, the Men’s Sector of the SANAC Civil Society Forum convened a dialogue with religious leaders at Ekurhuleni Civic Centre in Germiston. Substituting ARV treatment with holy water and other faith-based commodities that are not scientifically proven to be effective pose a challenge to the country’s efforts in ending AIDS. It is on this premise that the SANAC Civil Society Forum Men’s Sector felt it necessary to convene this dialogue.
Guests: Archbishop Mbulelo Dyasi, Chairperson of the South African Network of Religious Leaders Living and Affected by HIV
There has been a wide outcry against Nafupa’s stance on non-black funeral companies conducting business in “black” townships. In a statement issued by Nafupa last week, they argue that black businesses were not given business by Indian or White families and therefore it is not fair for these companies to do business in the townships.
Guest: Nkosentsha Shezi, Secretary General of the National Funeral Parlour Association of South Africa (Nafupa) Dr Lawrence Nkonyana, President of NAFDA
Dr Thokozani Mhlambi tells us about his social media campaign that is aimed at highlighting African Intellectuals as composers of music. His view is that the early compositions of African Intellectuals carry a strong message of hope and restoration that must be treasured today in South Africa and Africa at-large. He joins us now to tell us more about this wonderful initiative.
Guest (Dbn studio): Dr Thokozani Mhlambi, Composer / Cultural Theorist
During its 54th National Conference that took place in December last year. The ANC took a resolution to nationalise the South African Reserve Bank. However, bank officials spoke out against the proposal when it was first discussed at the ANC’s policy conference in June last year‚ saying its private shareholding structure had no bearing on its monetary policy stance or the regulatory role it played in the banking sector and the broader economy.
Guest: Professor Jannie Rossouw, Head of School of Economics & Business Sciences at Wits
With the Western Cape currently facing a serious drought due to poor rainfall. This morning we are joined by Trevor Balzer who will tell us about what the national government is doing to contain the situation.
Guest: Trevor Balzer, DDG Chief Operations at the Department of Water and Sanitation
Disclosing the festive season road traffic deaths and volumes (yesterday). The Minister of Transport said preliminary data for the period starting December 1‚ 2017 to January 9‚ 2018 showed that there were 1‚527 people who died on the roads in that period compared to 1‚714 fatalities in the same period the previous year. This represents a 11% decline‚ which surpassed the 10% target. So this morning we ask, should this decline be celebrated or should they be aiming higher? Call us and share your thoughts…….
guest : Sindisiwe Chikunga
We find out what life is like living with Friedreich's Ataxia
Guest (studio): Jayd Dell - Sufferer of Friedreich's Ataxia
The land question remains a highly emotive issue in this country. Our guest is of the view that public perception that not enough has been done to achieve land reform under the current legal and constitutional prescripts fuels tensions even further.
Guest: Yolisa Mfaise, Agri SA’s legal advisor
A new report compiled by Xpatweb, titled Critical Skills Survey Results 2017, confirms that local companies are hard pressed to find the right expertise to achieve their corporate goals. The report also revealed that businesses believe that the acquisition of foreign skills is the only sensible response to this problem. Joining us to tell us more about the findings of the report is…..
Guest: Marisa Jacobs, Director – Head of Immigration and Mobility at Xpatweb (a division of Tax Consulting SA)
Yesterday, Nehawu members embarked on a nationwide strike at Unisa campuses. This morning we find out from Nehawu as to why exactly are they striking, and we shall also look at the effect of strike on students, particularly those wishing to study at UNISA who are trying to take advantage of the re-opening of applications. And then we will hear from the leader of Unisa students in the Eastern Cape about how this strike is negatively affecting them. Guests: Khaya Xaba, National spokesperson of Nehawu
Mawande Naki, Chairperson of the Unisa Student Representative Council (SRC) in the Eastern Cape
Against which key indicators should business owners measure their SMEs in order to get a picture of where they are at, and what their chances for success are in 2018?
Guest (studio): Jeremy Lang - Regional General Manager of Business Investments at Business Partners Limited in Inland West
John Kane-Berman shares his thoughts on the ConCourt ruling in the case of AfriForum vs UFS. According to him, the majority judgement failed to deal with actual practicalities, concentrating instead on "the need to redress the results of past discriminatory laws and practices".
Guest: John Kane-Berman is a policy fellow at the Institute of Race Relations
Business disruption has become a hot topic – and it's not just a passing trend, it's regarded as the new normal. Digital transformation is disrupting everything including the running and operations of organisations, business models they enable, the ways in which organisations engage with customers, the ways in which organisations engage with, and harness the energy of their staff. The question then becomes how, and no why an organisation need to learn to be disruptive.
Guest(Studio): Dr Jeff Yu-Jen Chen- full-time faculty member of the Gordon Institute of Business Science. Twitter: @JYJ_Chen / @GIBS_SA
‘What do we know about women in Africa? What do we know about women warriors and queens of Africa pre-colonial and during the colonial era? What do we know about the influence and impact have they had in different African communities? Throughout history, women warriors have fought and led troops into battle, how exactly have they done this? We find out more about the Queens & Women Warriors of Africa with…
Guest: Mmatshilo Motsei – The founder of Afrika Ikalafe Contacts: 082 480 3878 Website: https://afrikaikalafe.com/
Jeff Rudin says the idea that it is Whiteness that makes monopoly capital unacceptable to the Left has a logical corollary: that ‘black’ capital is, somehow, not only different from ‘White’ capital but is sufficiently acceptable for it to be promoted.
Guest : Jeff Rudin, Research associate at the Alternative Information & Development Centre (AIDC)
Solly Moeng is suggesting that instead of relying only on existing parties to provide the solutions we seek, we should continue to reach out and forge unity across historic divides and develop new vehicles to reclaim the journey we began in the early 1990s.
Guest: Solly Moeng, Brand reputation management adviser and CEO of strategic corporate communications consultancy DonValley Reputation Managers Twitter: @Solitoliquido
Indigenous knowledge and belief systems vs modern science: Does indigenous knowledge represent the people’s science?
Guest (studio) Professor Mathole Motshekga, Chairperson and founder of the Kara Heritage Institute
Last week Marvel's upcoming superhero action film Black Panther, starring South African actors John Kani, Atandwa Kani and Connie Chiume made history. It smashed pre-booking records as the fastest-selling Marvel film ever. The Black Panther movie is being seen as a symbol of hope for Black communities all over the world. This because most black superheroes’ aren’t much known or don’t become commercially successful. Think Superman / Clark Kent, Spiderman/ Peter parker. We now find out why is it important for black kids to see someone look like them being depicted superheroes?
Guest: Loyiso Mkize - Founder & Illustrator of Kwezi Mkize has devoted his career around showcasing his African heritage, centralising its aesthetic and sharing it with the rest of the world.
Guest: Andile Dube - Johannesburg-based entrepreneur is hoping to take advantage of the current obsession with comic book superheroes to inspire South African youth into entrepreneurship. Andile Dube, a former property manager, gave up a corporate job to launch Young Hustla, an entrepreneurship comic book series.
A chronic form of depression, dysthymia is characterized by depressed mood on most days for at least two years. On some days individuals may feel relatively fine or even have moments of joy. But the good mood usually lasts no longer than a few weeks to a few months. We find out what it is like to live with it.
guest: Duduzile tshabalala
Phakamile Hlubi joins us to discuss labour issues and challenges facing workers in 2018. Numsa is calling on all members of the working class to unite to fight for a living wage and to defend the right to strike.
Guest (studio): Phakamile Hlubi, Numsa spokesperson
We assess the state of human rights in South Africa. According to SA Human Rights Commission, the right to equality is the most violated right in this country. The commission's latest report shows that more people reported human rights violations in Gauteng than any other province.
guest: Gushwell Brooks
On our Friday Musical Wind Down, today we celebrate the music of Bongani Radebe. In his first recorded album, Bongani worked with various artists across all genres of music. His album is a saxophone rendition of South Africa’s best album “Buyelekhaya” by Nathi Mankayi.
Guest (studio): Bongani Radebe, saxophonist
Ethiopia has recently banned the adoption of children by foreigners amid concerns that they face abuse and neglect abroad. Ethiopia is one of the biggest source countries for international adoptions by US citizens, accounting for about 20% of the total. We discuss this decision, and also unpack the rules and regulations that govern International adoption.
Guest: Sue Krawitz - Vice Chair of National Adoption Coalition and Director of Impilo Child Protection and Adoption Services
Prof Christi van der Westhuizen talks about the plight of White Afrikaans Women in Post-apartheid South Africa. 24 years into democracy - how have white Afrikaans women responded to South Africa’s constitutional democracy?
Guest: Christi van der Westhuizen, Author & Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Pretoria
David Maimela reflects on the state of democracy and politics in Africa, and he also shares his thoughts on political processes that contribute to transitions.
Guest: David Maimela, Researcher at Political Economy Faculty at Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection
Good reputation is important to the success, growth, and survival of your small business. In today’s age of the digital world, radical transparency and high customer expectations reign supreme. When a reputation-based crisis occurs, the reputation crisis management steps are required for restoring marketplace and customer trust. But how should a business go about this?
Guest (studio): Tshepo Sefotlhelo - Media relations, crisis communication and reputation management expert who has worked on notable brands and projects for companies such as BHP Billiton, Namibian Marine, Phosphate, Gijima, Jasco and Winston the Pigeon.
Currently, Vuma Reputation Management’s Executive Director of Operations and is a 21% shareholder in the company.
Twitter: @TshepoSefo / @VumaReputation Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/tshepo.sefotlhelo1812 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/VumaReputationManagement/
Guest: Dr Maritjie Theron-Wepener, Senior Lecturer and Head of the Small Business Academy at the University of Stellenbosch Business School
After almost seven years in the job, Mayor Patricia de Lille finds herself at the centre of a political storm, facing several allegations levelled against her. This coming weekend, De Lille's conduct will be assessed when the DA's Federal Executive meets to discuss reasons she previously provided as to why she should not resign as mayor. However, De Lille is adamant that the investigation process that was followed against her had been grossly unfair. Guest: Patricia De Lille, Executive Mayor of Cape Town
This morning we give you both sides of the story, starting with the Democratic Alliance. In December last year, the federal executive of the DA decided to suspend Patricia De Lille from party activities. According to the party, her suspension was informed by investigations into a series of reports and an affidavit containing allegations of maladministration in the city. Post the conclusion of an investigation, the party’s subcommittee "found sufficient management and governance-related challenges prevalent in the DA's City of Cape Town caucus, negatively impacting the city's mandate to govern efficiently". So this morning we establish the facts, asking – what was exactly investigated? Was the investigation conducted fairly?
Guest: Refiloe Nt'sekhe, DA National Spokesperson and Deputy Federal Chairperson
Clothing Brand H&M recently came under fire for their boy's clothing catalogue which shows a black boy modelling a sweater that refers to him as a monkey. On the adjacent page, a white boy is shown wearing one that calls him a 'survival expert'. Last year in October 2017, skincare brand Dove came under fire after it was accused of racism for airing a commercial showing a black woman turning into a white woman after removing her top. Following this dove apologised.
Guest: Pepe Marais – Group Chief Creative Officer at Joe Public
Sipho Ngwema talks about the role of SA Competition Commission in curbing anticompetitive behaviour in the school uniform industry. The commission instituted investigations and conducted a survey into the R10 billion industry after receiving complaints about the high prices last year.
Guest: Sipho Ngwema, Head of Communications, Competition Commission
The listeriosis death toll has risen to 61 since the outbreak was announced in early December last year. Gauteng still has the most cases of listeriosis, with 442 out of the 727 confirmed cases. The Western Cape was second with 92 confirmed cases.
Guest (studio): Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, Minister of Health
‘Rules regulating the removal and impeachment of the president’
Focus: Last month, the Concourt ordered Parliament to formulate rules regulating the removal and impeachment of the president in terms of Section 89 of the Constitution and gave the National Assembly 120 days from the date of the order to do so. To give us an update on the matter, we are joined by Moloto Mothapo and he is going to take us through Parliamentary processes in terms of what happens next.
Guest: Moloto Mothapo, Parliament’s spokesperson
“What should we look forward to in 2018? Q&A for 2018 about property”.
Guest (studio): Dineo Molomo, from Dineo Properties (Pty) Ltd 084 783 4636 askdineo@dineoproperties.co.za Twitter: @dineoproperties Facebook:@dineoproperties
January being recognized as Education Awareness Month, we discuss “how to use your education to give back”. According to Dr Ndiviwe Mphothulo, because he benefitted from non-payment of fees, it’s important for him to share the knowledge he acquired through his studies. He says “I am a beneficiary of non-payment of fees! After matriculating at Morris Isaacson (SOWETO), i registered at MEDUNSA in 1995. My studies were paid by NSFAS, PUTCO and a Japanese NGO. I have worked in rural areas for 15 years and the community has benefited from my education”.
Guest: Dr. Ndiviwe Mphothulo – Director at Dr Mphothulo Rakgole Inc., Medical officer for TB & MDR-TB Units at Step-Down Unit at the Taung District Hospital) Twitter: @Nmphothulo
“Leeko Makoene talks about challenges faced by agripreneurs in starting and operating agriventures”.
Guest: Leeko Makoene- Agripreneur Founder of Made with Rural, a portal that helps small and medium scale vegetable farmers access the markets
Correctional Services Rehabilitation Program – Is it okay for prisoners to write matric exams? Post their incarceration, who should employ them?
Guest (studio) Singabakho Nxumalo, Spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services
Should gender roles define how we treat each other in the world and why do we not allow men to be who they are?
Focus: Chikezie Uzuegbunam defines what masculinity means and how we should go about addressing negative issues associated with it. He says we need to remake manhood with a renewed understanding - with empathy, knowledge and a consciousness that allows an exploration of men’s humanity and softer edges.
Guest: Chikezie Uzuegbunam is a doctoral scholar and teaching assistant at the Centre for Film and Media Studies, University of Cape Town
Focus: The issue of child abuse is still a major problem in our country. Some of the cases go unpunished or unresolved due to system failures. Well a newly established organization called the Advocacy Against Child Abuse promises to deal with these loopholes in the system. What is their approach?
Guest: Sonja Carstens – Spokesperson for Advocacy Against Child Abuse
Focus: The issue of whether the church should take part in politics has been argued for many years without real clear answers. The South African Council of Churches has been vocal on political issues in the country which has become normal. Under the apartheid system it was again the church that was vocal in speaking against it while on the other hand the apartheid system was pushed in the name of the church. Our guest says Christianity can be used to redress inequalities in the country, how so?
Guest: Rev Mpho George Molebatsi – From the All Nations Evangelical Missions of Southern Africa
Focus: This past weekend saw one of the biggest Lotto draws which many people may fantasize about especially in these hard economic conditions. There has not been a winner announced though. So we use this opportunity to talk to Ithuba who are running the lottery about how they prepare winners and also a winner about how they managed to keep a straight mind after winning…. Guests: Sandisiwe Gugushe PR Manager for Ithuba
Focus: In December last year, the ANC conference agreed to make amendments to the Constitution and Land Restitution Act that will pave the way for the State to expropriate land without compensation. So this morning we ask, what lessons can South Africa learn from Zimbabwe?
Guest on the line (UK): Dr Admore Tshuma, UK based Social Scientist
The UK’s Economist newspaper has selected South Africa’s Nkosi Sikelel’Afrika as the best national anthem in the world. This is the good news, but what makes it stand out from all the rest? In case you didn’t know, our national anthem is unique; it is the only one in the world to contain verses in five different languages.
Are we coexisting with other races, celebrating our differences or is it every man for himself?
Focus: Nomfundo Mbeki explains why she thinks “the idea that we live in a Rainbow Nation is a pseudo sentiment”. She says in order for us to build a Rainbow Nation, we need to feel equal to each other.
Focus: Post the ANC’s 54th National Congress, we assess the party’s decision to fully decriminalise sex work. The Commission for Gender Equality (CGE) has voiced its support for the decriminalisation of sex work in South Africa. Their view is that the current legal regime harms the interests of sex workers by denying them their human and constitutional rights to protection as well as preventing access to legal assistance and enjoyment of their labour rights.
Guest: Ms Lulama Nare, Chairperson of the Commission for Gender Equality
Focus: Like they it’s the season to be jolly where everybody is expected to do good deeds and just be loving. We use this opportunity now to talk about the fulfillment in giving. How important is it for all of us to get involved in giving and also create this culture in our everyday lives for the rest of the year? Why do we wait for days like International Nelson Mandela Day or Christmas?
On our Living with it feature today we speak to someone who lost a lung due TB. Even though they have been cured of the disease, how is everyday life like for them and how severe was the TB which led to her losing a lung?
Guest: Bernice Morotlolo – TB survivor who lives with one lung due to the disease
December is the birth month of Robert Sobukwe, iconic leader of the Pan African Congress who would have turned 93 last week. He has been honoured by different institutions to mark his birth month. We use this opportunity to talk about whether his ideologies would still be relevant today and also look at what it is that young people can learn from what he stood for…..
Guests: Professor Sipho Shabalala – Retired Professor and member of the Pan African Congress in KZN – He joined the PAC in the 60’s
As the country is facing a water crisis and experts coming up with different solutions, how then do they take what is coming out of this conference and apply it solving the problem?
Guest: Nomvula Mokonyane- minister of water and sanitation
Over the years we have been discussing issues of poverty on the African continent and what the reasons behind it. Aid keeps pouring in, but the poverty continues. An article written by Yves Engler, a Canadian writer and political activist is pointing the finger at Canadian firms. He says that the world economic system sucks more out of the continent than it puts in. Guest: Prof Mammo Muchie - Research Chair in Innovation Studies Faculty of Economics and Finance at Tshwane University of Technology
Many of our cities are very old with an ageing infrastructure most of it collapsing. How do we save it by bringing young minds who may come up with innovative ideas? Guest: Thami Hlongwane- acting CE at umngeni water and sanitation
The Department of Water and Sanitation in conjunction with the Water Research Commission is today hosting the Water Infrastructure Investment Summit which is aimed at promoting investment in all aspects of water infrastructure. As far as they are concerned, where is the starting point? Guest: Dr Snowie khoza- executive chair person of BIGEN group Guest: Sfiso Mkhize- director general in the department of water and sanitation
With 9.3 million mainly young people unemployed, South Africa’s labour market is dysfunctional and benefitting only a few in skilled jobs. Chris Hatting is of the view that “fixing the labour market is critical as the supply of workers vastly exceeds existing demand to hire them”.
Guest: Chris Hattingh, researcher at the Free Market Foundation
We hear from the Finland delegation that is currently visiting South Africa with the aim of establishing relations with our educators and health professionals. They will tell us more about what they’ve been doing on teacher education and on learning environments.
Guests (studio): Ms Roseanna Avento, Coordinator for Global and Transnational Education at the University of Eastern Finland
Mr. Markku Saarelainen, Development Manager at the University of Eastern Finland
Often members of the public get very angry at anyone who is showing sympathy to those who are in prison. The feeling is that they deserve to be in there as they committed crimes. Well the International Association for Human Values in partnership with the Art of Living Foundation have implemented the Prison S.M.A.R.T programme in South Africa which they say is aimed at making a life transforming difference in the lives of all people within the criminal justice system. What is it exactly and how is it used to better the lives of those who are in prison?
Guest(Studio): Veron Sirkissoon - One of the volunteers and course facilitator for the Prison SMART programme
South Africa’s Afrikaner community – what kind of country they envisaged post ’94? And what is their contribution now in moving South Africa forward? ‘Tapping into minds and hearts of the Afrikaner community in South Africa’.
Guest (studio): Dr Dan Roodt, Afrikaner Author and Activist, he is also Director of Praag (Pro-Afrikaanse Aksiegroep)
Today (15 November) is marked as the ‘Day of the imprisoned writer’. On this day writers gather to highlight and campaign on behalf of their counterparts who face unjust imprisonment, attacks, harassment and violence for their free expression work. What would they say are some of the reason why writers are being targeted and in 2017 why are we still seeing writers being persecuted?
Guest: Nokukhanya Mncwabe - Project Coordinator at PEN SA
Nceku Nyathi is of the view that the principles of Ubuntu are being eroded more and more every day, when they could be used to bring people together and unite them towards a common goal.
Guest: Dr Nceku Nyathi, Senior Lecturer at the Allan Gray Centre for Values-Based Leadership at the UCT Graduate School of Business
The Soweto Theatre will be paying tribute to one of South Africa’s legendary playwrights, Gibson Kente. He is known as the father of township theatre. Why have they decided to the honour him now in 2017 and how is the theatre capitalizing on his legacy to draw the crowds?
Guest(Studio): Makhaola Ndebele - Artistic Director at Joburg City Theatres
The King of Pop, Michael Jackson may be dead and buried, but his spirit lives on in Michael Jonathan. He has traveled internationally performing as Michael Jackson which left many audiences astonished. He is in the country now to show us what his made of and also to tell us why he is keeping Michael Jackson alive…..
Guest(Studio): Michael Jonathan – French Michael Jackson performer
November being about men’s health, we use the opportunity to get a man’s perspective on cancer. Dale Clarke is someone who was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Being a sports loving person who used to train four times a week and play different types of sports, how has this affected him and how does make it through the day?
Guest: Dale Clarke – Diagnosed with testicular cancer
How do we address the historic and still existing imbalance between black and white students, and what role should universities play in this? Dr Gideon Nomdo explains how participation in development programmes profoundly affects black students’ sense of identity and their feelings of self-worth.
Guest: Dr Gideon Nomdo, Course coordinator: Language in Humanities at the University of Cape Town
Child Welfare SA has raised serious concerns about the state of the abuse of children in the country. For the past few months, the media was dominated by stories of sexual abuse of children at schools and at home. They are now calling on the public and celebrities to help raise awareness on the issue. As far as they are concerned, what is behind this scourge and what can we do as a nation to help?
Guest: Jackie Dunn – Manager at Child Welfare SA
Reactions still continue to come in from different sectors about the Midterm Budget Speech which highlighted how the economy is not doing too good and how things need to be changed around. We hear now from the tourism sector as last year they contributed 9.3% to the overall GDP. What is their reaction and what are their concerns moving forward?
Guest: Penny Ndlela – CEO of Soul Traveller Tours
As we come to the end of Transport Month, we turn our focus on the issue of solving taxi disputes. In Alexandra, two taxi associations ARMSTA and ATA have been at loggerheads for many years mostly about routes as it is a common fight in the industry where many drivers and owners lost their lives. They have finally signed a peace agreement which was initiated by the Greater Alexandra Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The big question is how did they do it and what can other association learn from this?
Guest(Studio): Mr Mpho Motsumi – President of the Greater Alexandra Chamber of Commerce and Industry
On today’s Living with it feature we talk to Jason Van’t Slot who lives with Cystic Fibrosis. It is a progressive, genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time. What is daily life like for him seeing that he has also bitten the odds by becoming a cyclist……
Guest(CTN studio): Jason Van’t Slot – Living with Cystic Fibrosis
Rory Gallocher tells us about SHRA’s approval of R1bn worth of social housing projects that will enhance the national social housing programme. These projects, spread in four provinces – Gauteng, Free State, Eastern Cape and Western, will yield 4322 units within the next three years. Social housing is a government subsidised rental programme aimed at benefiting people who earn between R1500 -R15000, to enable them to be closer to areas of economic activity.
Guest: Mr Rory Gallocher - Chief Executive Officer, Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA)
Often when conflict arises in any country, it is the women and children who suffer the most. We all know that war causes chaos which leads to people fleeing their areas even their countries and most times end up in refugee camps. We take a look now on why it’s mostly the women and children who suffer the most in conflict areas and just how much do we understand about the things they go through?
Guests: Mrs Aysegul Ergul, Director of Women Platform at the Turquoise Harmony Institute
Lindiwe Khoza - Member of the South African Women in Dialogue (SAWID)’s Young Women’s Desk and also Ambassador of the International Women’s Peace Group in South Africa
This past Thursday marked 31 years since the death of former Mozambican President Samora Machel. He died in a mysterious crash on the 19th of October 1986 in the Mbuzine Mountains in South Africa. We talk now to a young person from Mozambique to find out how his leadership has influenced young people in the country and how they view him today and also a photographer who met him in person and took pictures of him and other revolutionaries….
Guest(Studio): Fredson Guilenge - Regional Programme Manager (SADC) for the Regional Office of the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation
Guest(Studio): Moira Forjaz – Photographer who has a photo book entitled Moira Forjaz: Mozambique 1975/1985 – a collection of forgotten photographs of Mozambique’s history.
Catalonia’s push for independence: Why do some Catalans want independence and what is Spain’s view? Spain government gives their side of the story.
Guest (studio): Mr. Manuel Bernal Matilla, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of Spain
Today we focus on Royal Bafokeng Housing Project. Royal Bafokeng Platinum (RBPlat) has embraced the South African Mining Charter, and developed a housing strategy that aims to promote home ownership for all its employees, in order to create a lasting legacy of sustainable benefits. The housing strategy has resulted in a R2.8 billion investment into the RBPlat Employee Housing Project which allows employees an opportunity to own their own homes and build equity over time.
Guest (studio): Collin Alexander, Royal Bafokeng Platinum senior human resources manager
We focus now on a book by HE Olusegun Obasanjo which was co-authored by Dr Greg Mills focusing on Africa’s economic success. It deals with some of the biggest challenges that will face the next generation. The book is accompanied by a song entitled “Mama Afrika which the author says encapsulates the findings of the book and communicates them to a wider audience in a fun and digestible way…….
SONG “MAMA AFRIKA”
Guest: Dr Greg Mills - Director of Brenthurst Foundation
In recent weeks, Catalans have taken to the streets to support a break from Spain which local leaders want to deliver next year. So this morning we ask, what has stirred this hunger for independence and why now? For more on this we are joined by……….
Guests (studio): Ferran Portella, Post-Doctoral fellow at the University of Johannesburg
Marta Garrich, a Political Science graduate from the University of Pompei Fabra
We turn our focus now on the housing development under the Royal Bafokeng to find out how the scheme works and how they work hand in hand with the local authorities….
Guest: Rustenburg Mayor and Royal Bafokeng Housing Development Manager (Names TBC at venue)
For many years even up to today we keep seeing and hearing how women are striving for empowerment, be it in the political space or the business sector. On the African continent women in leadership position including the presidency is becoming normal as we’ve seen Joyce Banda in Malawi and now Ellen Johnson Sirleaf in Liberia. Looking at the African continent, how should we describe the empowerment of women be it in business or politics? And also how do we define the term ‘empowerment’?
Guest(Studio): Venicia Stelle Guinot - President and Founder of the Tropics Business Summit
Guest(Studio): Tintswalo Makhubele - Executive Secretary General of South Africa Congress of Non Profit Organisations
In On Africa has launched its second edition of the Africa Country Benchmark Report. The report is an assessment of all 54 African countries across business, economic, political and social factors. One of finding in the report is that the lack of good quality data contributes to a lack of capacity and poor decision-making which can lead to a complete lack of awareness of issues until they have escalated. How does this report describe the state of these countries and how can it help them turn their situations around?
Guest(Swaziland): James Hall, the Founding Editor of IOA's Africa Conflict Monitor
Our guest says that she was treated badly at work and other places because of her disability. She believes that it is hard for people with disabilities in the workplace and she says that the media also contributes to the stigma of mentally ill people and that she was bullied at work. What would she say are some of the reasons behind the discrimination and when will we see people with disabilities treated equally 23 years into our democracy?
Guest: Shellique Carby-Bird – Activist on disability issues who used to live with autism
We establish the facts……..
Last week, Saudi Arabia announced that it will now allow women to drive. In a royal decree signed by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the order said it will be effective immediately but the rollout will take months.
Guest on the line (Saudi Arabia): Layan Damanhouri, Reporter for Saudi Gazette
This morning on ‘Living with it’ we speak to someone who lives with haemophilia. It is a rare condition that affects the blood's ability to clot. What is it like to live with it and what sort of challenges is one faced with?
Guest: Cobus Visser – Has been living with Haemophilia since birth
On our friday wind down feature today we focus on the music of Didi M who is a singer and a poet.
The Chartered Institute of Government Finance, Audit & Risk Officers, will be hosting their annual conference at the Cape Town International Convention Centre next month. The event brings together Senior Municipal personnel, Councillors and Government Finance, Performance, Audit & Risk Officials in the Public Sector. What do the delegates take with them when they go back to their offices?
Last week Thursday (21st September) was Kwame Nkrumah’s birthday which is marked as a public holiday in Ghana. He is being praised as a visionary and one of the great leaders Africa has ever produced. Deputy Chair of the African Union (AU), Kwesi Quartey says Dr. Kwame Nkrumah's name would live forever because his ideas and teachings remain very much alive and relevant. What was is it that makes him stand out as a great African leader?
Guest: Pusch Commey – Editor of the New African Magazine and founder of Real African Writers page
Our guest this morning is asking why does South Africa experience a decline in strike action during economic downturn? The Deaprtment of Labour in its 2016 Industrial Action Report has calculated that on average, South Africa lost a collective 2.5 million working days annually due to strike action between 2005 and 2015. What can we read into the decline?
Guest: Aadil Patel - Head of Employment Practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr’s
A lot has been said about the state of public health care in the Eastern Cape over the past few years. However in recent years, the province has made giant strides in turning things around.
Guest: Dr Thobile Mbengashe, Eastern Cape Health HOD
Dr Mathole Motshekga explains why we should celebrate Matriarchy as an African cultural heritage. According to him, during the ancient times, the African society was a matriarchal society based on gender equality, but that through the destruction of the African past, identity, culture and religion, the spiritual philosophy and cosmology of the African people has been lost.
guest: Dr Mathole Motshekga
What are the historical and methodological basis of the existence of these concepts? We examine how these concepts have shaped and reshaped societies in different ways over the years. Our guest argues that in South Africa the discourse has been with us since the birth of the liberation movements.
Guest: Leslie Dikeni, Researcher & Author of Habitat and Struggle: The Case of the Kruger Park in South Africa (he coedited, with William Gumede, Poverty of Ideas: The Retreat of Intellectuals in New Democracies)
Often we hear how government calls on big business to reach out to small business. This is normally done through procurement. But then where are SMME’s going wrong when it comes to issues of procurement and what is it they should know about it? Also how is big business assisting in helping SMME’s get their story right when it comes to this issue?
Guest: Debbie Tagg – COO of Commercial Edge
Guest: Thabo Makama – CEO of Talent Centric
Professor Mammo Muchie is of the view that all pan-Africanists should adopt the Ethiopian Calendar which he says is neither Julian nor Gregorian. He goes on to say that the Ethiopian alphabet - the Geez fidel - should be accepted as the African alphabet. Why does he believe we should go back to this and how will it enhance the African agenda?
Guest: Prof Mammo Muchie - Research Chair in Innovation Studies Faculty of Economics and Finance at Tshwane University of Technology
Rotarians from throughout Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands are in Johannesburg for an international conference with the theme of “World Peace Through Understanding”. How is the Rotary organisation contributing to this theme and what is it exactly that they do?
Yesterday (Tuesday) while talking about different issues on the programme, a few truck drivers phoned in to talk about their conditions of employment and the things they have to deal with on a daily basis. Their cries were almost the same as they felt that nobody was listening to them. Well this morning we get to understand what a truck driver goes through on a daily basis and why they feel ignored…
The Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital will be the home of Radio Lollipop, an international volunteer charity that provides care, comfort, play and entertainment for sick children and young people in hospital. As we know children were dear to Madiba, what role will they be playing at the hospital?
The Durban Business Chamber of Commerce and Industry says it is cracking the whip against unethical business practices. This they say will be done through the launching of a set of business code of ethics. But then how will they monitor that their members will comply to a list? Also what is it that made them come up with this strategy?
Guest: Mr Musa Makhunga - In-coming president of the Durban Business Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Louise Thorpe joins us to discuss innovative teaching and also to explain how technology should be applied to enhance learner-centered education and to encourage creative, self-motivated lifelong learners.
Guests (studio): Louise Thorpe, Senior Director of Consulting & Head of Strategic Services at Blackboard
Dr Dolf Jordaan, Deputy Director: E-Learning & Media Development, Department for Education Innovation at the University of Pretoria (New)
Africa's population is said to be expected to double by 2050 - to two and a half billion. There are pros and cons - a young workforce can produce a "demographic dividend" which can turn around a country's fortunes and lift millions out of poverty, as long as jobs can be created. Africa's fastest growing economy is Ethiopia where there's a grand plan for an industrial revolution to put a young nation to work.
Guest: Prof Mammo Muchie - Research Chair in Innovation Studies Faculty of Economics and Finance at Tshwane University of Technology
How should South Africa deal with its current economic situation? Dennis Belter answers this question and he says in order for South Africa to deliver on its mandate to the poor, the social grant system must change.
Guest: Dennis Belter, Managing Director, Gadomski Consulting Engineers
Often we see a lot of young people go to cities to seek employment and success as the belief is that cities glitter with gold. But these days we know that the dream of pavements glittering with gold was never true to start with. What hope is there for the rural child seeing sometimes how dire the situation is in the homelands?
Guest: Mpho Muthubi – Social Entrepreneur and founder of ‘Empowerment this is it’
As times get tougher and tougher, we hear of stories of people sleeping on an empty stomach and so on. In townships and villages back in the days, nobody would go hungry as people developed a culture of sharing. But then in today’s changing world, how do we reinforce the culture of sharing in 2017?
Guest: Inkosi Jongisilo Pokwana ka-Menziwa – Cultural Development Strategist and Oral Historian
Our guest is of the view that alternative funding solutions can bridge the gap for SMME funding. He points them to the different stages which will help deal with funding issues. What are these stages and how should SMME owners approach them?
Guest: Charles Meyerowitz, - CEO and Co-founder of Lamna, a speciality asset backed financier
The National Safe Taxi Charter is closer to becoming a reality as it gains support among women. Yesterday women and some of the other role players gathered at the Soul City Institute for Social Justice for a presentation of the Charter. But then how practical is it and how will the taxi industry implement it?
Guest: Ntombohlanga (Hlanga) Mqushulu - Advocacy coordinator at Soul City Institute for Social Justice Guest: Theo Malele - spokesperson at the National Taxi Alliance
We outline the objectives of ‘The People’s Tribunal’ which is part of a global campaign that is aimed at dismantling corporate power and the architecture of impunity.
Guest: Ms Ilham Rawoot, Coordinator: Southern Africa Campaign to Dismantle Corporate Power
We unpack the findings of Zoheb Khan’s research ‘on fathers looking after their children’. Fathers in South Africa are often denigrated for being un-involved and neglectful. But this research sheds light on fathers who, despite significant economic and social pressure, choose to remain involved in meaningful ways in the lives of their children.
Guest: Mr Zoheb Khan, Researcher at the University of Johannesburg
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Our guest says that while the Constitution up to this day remains a great support for the disabled, the society in general doesn’t know much about their situation. She goes on to say that there is not much awareness raised on disability issues and yet every day many people are sustaining disabling injuries. Why is she feeling this way?
Guest: Emilie Olifant – Author of My life Climax
Refiloe Nt’sekhe tells her heartbreaking story of abuse. She says the lesson she wishes to share with fellow South Africans is that “don’t judge when a person is in an abusive relationship. Understand that getting out of an abusive relationship is difficult – be supportive and where others talk or seek help, help them or find them someone who can.”
Guest: Refiloe Nt’sekhe, DA National Spokesperson and Deputy Federal Chairperson
This morning on our SMME feature we focus on the business of procurement and how it has empowered SMME’s over the years. This form of business is attractive to many up and coming businesses, but often we hear stories of non-delivery or non-payment from government which sometimes cripples them. For those who may want to go this route as entrepreneurs, what sort of challenges will they face and what is it they must be aware of?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Mbali Gcabashe talks about her book titled “Intimate Thoughts of a Clever Black”. In the book Mbali encourages open and frank dialogue, and she says her book is aimed at raising issues that people are not open about in public, simply because they fear of being judged.
Guest (studio): Mbali Gcabashe, Author of “Intimate Thoughts of a Clever Black’
On our Friday Musical Wind Down today we feature the music of Serenity. Her voice is being described as silky smooth and those in the industry say that she is set to become a firm favourite. What is she all about?
Guest: Serenity – Singer and composer
Breaking New Ground Feature: Mega Cities in Gauteng - will the Gauteng’s strategy provide practical solutions to the housing backlog in the province? About three months ago, the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements, together with the Gauteng Partnership Fund hosted the Infrastructure Funding Summit to attract investors for the province's projects, which include mega-cities. This morning we are joined by the department to tell us more about its ambitious long-term housing development strategy.
Guest: Mogomotsi Mogodiri
The South African Professional Network Association in partnership with The Mineworkers Investment Company is today (Thursday) discussing the issue of South African professionals seeking careers internationally. What do they gain from this experience and is it about the glamour or self-advancement?
On the SMME feature this morning we focus on the importance of small businesses keeping their books tidy. Accounting for any business is vital, not just for tax issues, but also for ensuring that the business books are in order. But many would tell you that employing the services of professionals can be expensive. Just how important is it for SMME’s to have their books in order and what is it that leads some to not employ the services of professionals? Guest: Tshepo Mosiedi ‘
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Will bringing back the Scorpions make any difference in the fight against corruption?
Guest: John Kane-Berman
We dissect the objectives of ‘Young Women and Girls Program’ an initiative driven by Humana People to People organisation. The program offers engaging and dynamic activities that are aimed at motivating young women to believe in their abilities so they can bring change and mobilise others to do the same.
Guest: Muzi Mbonambi, National Program Officer at Humana People to People
Diabetes is one of those ailments that is very popular among society where many of us know at least one person who suffers from it depending on whether its type one or two. But then the question is being raised over whether diabetes is a disability or a chronic disease. What exactly is its legal status in the workplace?
Guest: Justene Smith
The Pan African Parliament is this week having its annual committee sittings where different issues pertaining to the African continent are being discussed. We take a look now at issues of justice and human rights on the continent. As far as the situation is concerned, how are we moving forward on issues of justice and human rights? When will we see people on the ground saying there are satisfied when it comes to justice and human rights?
Social entrepreneur Mpho Muthubi will this week be hosting a seminar where he will be empowering young people to sustain themselves. Muthubi uses different methods which include intelligent trips where he takes young people to international destinations to expose them to different career opportunities. What can the young people expect this time?
Guest: Mpho Muthubi – Social Entrepreneur and founder of ‘Empowerment this is it’
Deon Oberholzer shares his thoughts on the subject and he will also tell us how BEE has empowered black women and improved their role in the wider business community.
Guest: Deon Oberholzer
“Hajj 2017: #ThatsMyHajj crossing with Ashraf Garda” he is currently visiting Saudi Arabia, City of Madina which is popularly known as the City of the Prophet
Chris Hattingh argues that if we want true radical economic change, our country must move towards capitalism. He says it is a stain on South Africa’s history that we have never had a system close to capitalism; that people have never been as free as they ought to be.
Guest: Chris Hattingh, researcher at the Free Market Foundation
About two weeks ago we had a financial expert who spoke about money and divorce explaining how expensive it was to divorce. Then many of you called to ask what the main reasons are that causes people to call it quits. Well as a follow-up, we speak to a marriage counselor to find out what he believes the major causes are for people to divorce…..
Guest: Pastor Mandla Lupondwana – Founder of Together Forever, Marriage Enrichment Programme
Many times especially on social media we are bombarded by postings of incidents are alleged to be racist. Sometimes it’s an incident where a black person and a white person are fighting over parking. Then also on the other hand there are real racial issues that just makes all of us angry and slows down social cohesion. What is it exactly that makes us see things through racial eyes?
Guest: Gwen Ngwenya – COO Institute for Race Relations
Lady Caroline is a life coach with intuition and she has the ability to read the future. What is she about exactly and what sort of methods does she use. Also what are the misconceptions associated with her profession?
Guest: Lady Caroline – Life Coach with intuition
These days many consumers fear carrying cash due to the high crime levels and prefer to swipe their cards. But then most it of the time it is the big businesses that do card transactions. Seeing how the consumer trends are changing, just how important is it for the SMME sector to go cashless in order not to miss out on the much needed sales?
Guest: Katlego Maphai - CEO and co-founder of Yoco
Every time the Pan-African Parliament sits in Midrand, we often get questions about what it does and also the different structures and functions it performs. How do the member states contribute towards it and how much power does it hold? In a recent article our guest raised the issue integration saying that it is slow, but also optimistic that the future looks bright for the continent….
Guest: Vipya Harawa - Clerk of the Pan African Parliament
Dr Uchenna Okeja outlines the objectives of the African passport. He is of the view that the new passport could be taken to represent a new political agenda that is worth fighting for. The passport was launched by the African Union late last year.
Guest: Dr Uchenna Okeja, Senior lecturer in the department of philosophy at Rhodes University
In conversation with Dr Nkosana Moyo, presidential candidate for Zimbabwe 2018 Presidential elections. Moyo believes he’s the right man for the job and he can turn around his country’s economic fortunes because he has worked at the World Bank and other international financial institutions where he got the experience.
Guest: Dr Nkosana Moyo, former Vice President and COO of the African Development Bank, and founder of the Mandela Institute for Development Studies
We unpack and define the objectives of ‘The Freedom Charter’ and assess its relevance in present day South Africa. This year marks 62 years since this imperative document was adopted, but are we doing enough to achieve the ideals set out in the document?
Guest: Professor Pitika Ntuli, Socio cultural analyst
what’s the determining factor when it comes to charging the amount of Lobola?
Focus: Our guest believes that Black people have turned this sacred practice into a business transaction and he argues that the reasoning behind the exorbitant prices is very unreasonable.
Guest: Kabelo Chabalala is the Founder of the Young Men Movement
The latest Property Sector Market Size report by the Property Sector Charter Council reveals that Black people are still largely excluded from property sector value chain. This morning we hear from the South African Institute for Black Property Owners about why they think it is of paramount importance to prioritise the inclusive growth and radical transformation in the property sector.
Guest (studio): Vuyiswa Mutshekwane, CEO of the South African Institute for Black Property Owners
Focus: The Human Sciences Research Council, yesterday (Wed) hosted a seminar looking at the power of judges. One of the issues that was raised was how the judiciary exercises power over citizens without their consent. What are we meant to understand by this and what does this mean for us as citizens?
Guest: Mandla Seleoane - From LCM Labour Relations Consultancy (he was the presenter of the seminar)
Focus: In conversation with Lelo Rammitloa who recently won the Innovators Pitch at the 4th Annual Green Youth Indaba held during youth month in Johannesburg, Sci-Bono. She started her company about ten months ago after attending an expo about waste management and after research she found that up to 90% of the companies in her surrounding area (Protea Glen) in Soweto do not recycle and spotted a gap.
Guest (studio): Lelo Rammitloa, founder and director of Got Paper
Focus: In conversation with Mmathabo Tau Mooa, a 23 year old student who is currently doing her third year in college. Mmathabo was raped at 7, again at 9 and at 15 – she will tell us about her horrific rape ordeal and how she ended up working as a child prostitute, got involved in Satanism, had a child, and now is about to finish school and publish a book.
Guest (studio): Mmathabo Tau Mooa, rape survivor
Focus: This morning we investigate why many black parents are preventing efforts aimed at educating their children in their mother tongue. Despite many studies that show that it makes good sense to begin a child’s education in his or her own language – mother tongue education remains an emotive subject in South Africa.
Guest: Dr Nhlanhla Thwala, Academic Director at Pearson Institute of Higher Education
We learn more about America’s Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, which is popularly known as Obamacare. In America, there has been a lot of controversy over the impact of Obamacare on health insurance prices. Joining us to tell us more about this Act and its objectives is…….
Guest: Dr Liz Fowler, she was part of the technical advisory team for Obamacare
Focus: In conversation with Zaria Rule – a grade 7 learner from Cornwall Hill College in Centurion who recently tested green rooibos tea on several diabetic dogs, including her pet dog, Jessie, as part of a school science project, which led to some extraordinary findings.
Guest: Zaria Rule – a grade 7 learner from Cornwall Hill College in Centurion
Most times when we have discussion on leadership, then we get different opinions as to what defines a leader or where leaders are getting it wrong. This morning we speak to Dr. Webster Zambara to pick his brain on where the missing link is when it comes to African leadership?
Guest: Dr. Webster Zambara - Senior Project Leader in the Justice and Peacebuilding Programme
Focus: The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply says that only a small minority of South African business can fully account for where their products and services go to and come from. They sight skills shortage as one of the main factors. To deal with this issue, they have set up the African Women in Supply Chain Association. What is it and how will it help?
Guest: Lebogang Letsoalo – Founder of the African Women in Supply Chain Association
Farming in South Africa is one of those sectors that don’t attract a lot of people. But for those who are involved already, most times the difficulty is more on operational and financial issues. Well the University of Stellenbosch Business School has come up with a way to help the small scale farmers. What is their strategy and how is it helping in this regard? Guest: Dr Marietjie Theron-Wepener - Head of the Small Business Academy of the University of Stellenbosch Business School
Guest: Wilfred Makaphela - Farmer in Sterkspruit in rural Eastern Cape and a participant in the sponsored Small Business Academy
Rights of people with disabilities is one of those issues that continue to remain on the media’s agenda mostly because of unfairness. Our guest questions whether the state of discrimination against people with disabilities will ever end? Why do employers find it easy to give reasons for not employing people with disabilities?
Guest: Therina Wentzel - National Director at the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities
As we celebrate Madiba’s birthday tomorrow (Tuesday) which has become known as Nelson Mandela International Day, many of us will be going out to perform good deeds. But then for the past few months, we have seen all sorts of incidents that have put the country in a bad light. From racism, politics, crime and economics. Knowing what Madiba stood for, how do we restore the Rainbow Nation he has been preaching at the dawn of our democracy?
Guest: Adv Tshidiso Thipanyane – CEO of the SA Human Rights Commission
As winter is upon us, load shedding becomes part of our lives. This then leads to people seeking alternative forms of heat, be it for cooking, warming or lighting. Gas is said to be one of the popular solutions for different reasons. However the industry is cautioning the public about what to look at for when filling up or buying a cylinder. What is it that we as the public should know when it comes to gas for the home?
Today is Solomon ‘Kalushi’ Mahlangu’s birthday and we use the opportunity to talk about his life and times. What should we remember him for?
Guest: Thandi Mahambehlala – Deputy Minister for Communication
It’s a known fact that South Africa’s Constitution is admired globally. However, South Africa is currently witnessing another wave of disillusionment with the constitutional arrangement. Our Constitution is roundly criticised for putting a brake on much needed wealth redistribution, following centuries of colonialism and apartheid oppression of the black majority. To discuss why our Constitution is under attack is Professor Penelope Andrews who is of the view that South Africa’s problems lie in political negligence not its Constitution.
Guest: Penelope Andrews, Dean of Law and Professor at the University of Cape Town
Mike Ngila Muendane shares his thoughts on how best to bring about a cohesive, democratic and prosperous society. Despite progress since 1994, South African society remains divided. In 2012 (during the Social Cohesion Summit) South Africans committed themselves to creating an economic, political, social and cultural environment that will enable people to achieve social development. Five years later – where are we now and where do we want to go?
Guest (studio): Mike Ngila Muendane, Social activist
Focus: Professor Mammo Muchie has just returned from West Africa where he gave a series of lectures on innovation from science, technology, engineering and mathematics for an Integrated African Sustainable Development. Being a champion of pan-Africanism, he believes that innovation can be used to promote African unity. But is the continent doing enough to encourage innovation among its people? Guest: Prof Mammo Muchie - Research Chair in Innovation Studies Faculty of Economics and Finance at Tshwane University of Technology
Focus: “Illness Benefit; understanding what the illness benefit is – who qualifies for this benefit and how can people access it”
Guest (studio): Winnie Maake, UIF ambassador
Focus: Sicelo Xulu states his side of the story on allegations of misconduct and corruption levelled against him. On Monday this week, the City Power Board took a decision to immediately release him from his contractual responsibilities.
Guests (studio): Sicelo Xulu, former MD of City Power
Focus: Nicole Van Driel says the socio-economic reality of this group has improved only marginally since the advent of democracy. So this morning we ask, why are matters so dire in the Coloured community?
Guest: Nicole van Driel, former Senior Specialist Speechwriter at The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
Focus: Many of us are concerned about the safety of information especially in the electronic space. We do understand about keeping our security pins safely, but how much do we know about biometrics which is behind the security or our credit cards and so on? What role do they play in authenticating and identification?
Guest: Xavier Larduinat - Manager for innovation at Gemalto
Focus: How can South Africans pay tribute to O.R Tambo? Our guest, Linda Vilakazi explains how Tambo’s legacy lives on in our constitutional democracy. The year 2017 marks the Centenary of the late Oliver Reginald Tambo, who was one of the key drivers of South Africa’s liberation and one of the founding fathers of our constitutional democracy.
Guest (studio): Linda Vilakazi, CEO of the Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Foundation
Focus: Thando Sipuye argues that there are numerous Black women, little known of because they were not in leadership positions or did not appear on photographer’s frames, whose involvement, contributions and experiences during the struggle were significantly profound. But why are we not told about their stories?
Guest: Thando Sipuye, an African historian and a social scientist
Gauteng Opera will be presenting one of the world’s most loved opera’s La Bohème. It is an opera by Giacomo Puccini which premiered on the 1st of February 1896 at the Teatro Regio in Turin, Italy. It is said to be the world’s most romantic opera.
Guest (Studio): Khayakazi Madlala
Guest (Studio): Phenye Modiane
Alternative forms of currency – do we really need them, how will they change the status quo?
Professor Lorenzo Fioramonti shares his views and thoughts on the future of money and its impact on power distribution in the global economy, and how it affects the world’s social order in general.
Guest: Lorenzo Fioramonti, Professor of Political Economy at the University of Pretoria & Author of “Wellbeing Economy: Success in a World Without Growth”
This morning on ‘Living with it’, we focus on Rheumatoid arthritis. It’s a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just your joints. What is life like under this condition?
Guest: Faith Tumelo-Khuzwayo – Has been living with rheumatoid arthritis for about 10 years
Who was Ahmed Timol and what exactly were the circumstances surrounding his death? It’s been 45 years since Ahmed Timol died. Timol was a young schoolteacher in Roodepoort who opposed apartheid. He was arrested at a police roadblock on 22 October 1971, and died five days later. He was the 22nd political detainee to die in detention since 1960.
Guest : Imtiaz Cajee, Ahmed Timol’s nephew
In a wide-ranging interview, Mr Sango Ntsaluba, former co-founder of SizweNtsalubaGobodo accounting and auditing firm talks to us about entrepreneurship and enterprise development, education and philanthropy.
Guest: Mr Sango Ntsaluba, Executive Chairman of NMT Capital & former Co-founder of SizweNtsalubaGobodo
We find out from the SA Human Rights Commission. With accounts of smoking and drinking alcohol on train carriages - the Commission is particularly concerned with the danger these activities pose to public health and safety of women and children.
Guest: Gushwell Brooks – Communications Co-ordinator at SA Human Rights Commission
Over the years we’ve heard a lot of talk on Vision 2030. Well, last week leaders from both government and the private sector gathered at the Vision 2030 summit to unpack the National Development Plan and which direction it should be taking. What is it that we as South Africans should know about it and why does it matter us?
Guest: Mr Clay Tsapi - Project and Brand Manager: NDP Vision 2030 Summit Publication and Awards Guest: Tshediso Matona – Director General in the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
On our musical wind down today we feature the music of Mahlatse Maphosa. She’s been part of theatre and also featured by some of the country’s prominent talent. What is it about her music that makes her stand out? Guest: Mahlatse Maphosa – Singer and songwriter
This morning we speak to Professor Raymond Suttner about his book entitled ‘Inside Apartheid’s Prison. He was first arrested in 1975 and tortured with electric shocks because he refused to supply information to the police. What is it that pulled him into the struggle back in the dark days? Guest: Professor Raymond Suttner – Author, academic and activist
We look at the state of home affairs, about five weeks ago when delivering her department’s Budget Vote Speech – Professor Hlengiwe Mkhize revealed that her ministry was working on repositioning the department, to ensure that they are able to deliver fully on their mandate. So this morning she joins us to outline her vision for the department and she will also discuss present and future challenges facing her department.
Guest: Professor Hlengiwe Mkhize, Minister of Home Affairs
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Martin van Staden explains why he thinks South Africa needs ‘Radical Criminal Justice Reform’. Van Staden wants government to abolish victimless crimes, which include prostitution, some traffic offenses, dealing in drugs and contravening exchange regulations.
Guest: Martin van Staden, Legal researcher
What is the function of the South African Reserve Bank and how does it maintain financial stability in the country? Reliable archive material tells us that the South African Reserve Bank was established in 1921 as the central bank of South Africa in terms of a special act of Parliament. The Reserve Bank was mainly set up because of the need to issue uniform banknotes and to prevent the over-issue of banknotes. The primary or strategic objective of the bank is to achieve and maintain stable financial conditions in the country. Today, the Reserve Bank virtually performs the full range of functions and duties that are customarily carried out by central banks. But - is it fulfilling its mandate?
Guest: Ahmed Motiar – Author of ‘The Reserve Bank = A License to Steal Money from Citizens’?
Neo is of the view that the genesis of the question can be found in the colonial and apartheid legislation on education and the universities. He also argues that post-1994, the Nelson Mandela presidency and the government of national unity had too many challenges and that a serious national dialogue about the practicalities of a paradigm shift away from “criminal offence”, in education broadly and in higher education specifically, was never a priority.
Guest: Dr Neo Lekgotla laga Ramoupi is a postdoctoral fellow in the 2016-2017 African Humanities Programme and a senior researcher in the directorate of research, monitoring and advice at the Council on Higher Education in Pretoria
In conversation with the newly appointed Human Settlements Ombudsman, Mr Themba Mthethwa. The Ombudsman’s role is to deal with all complaints that either the construction sector or the general public may have against the department or any of its entities.
Guest: Mr Themba Mthethwa, Human Settlements Ombudsman
We often hear how many people battle to pay for their children’s education and how the private sector is called upon to help. Well more and more organisations are coming forward looking for that deserving young person to help. This time it is the Student Sponsorship Programme that says they are looking for scholars who have the potential to be developed into academically excellent and emotionally quotient future leaders.
Guest: Namhla Ruselo – Recruitment Director at the Student Sponsorship Programme
Former cabinet member and ANC cadre, Charles Nqakula says writing his autobiography has been a long but fulfilling journey. Nqakula will on Tuesday 13th June 2017 launch his book: "The People's War - Reflections of an ANC cadre", at the Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town with his wife, Minister of Defence, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula. Bongi Gwala had a discussion with him about the book…
Guest: Charles Nqakula - : Former cabinet member and ANC cadre
Ahead of the AU Summit to be held in Addis Ababa in Ethiopia 3-4 July, global advocacy body called One says it will be calling upon African leaders to make the strategic investments which will make sure that we harness the demographic dividend rather than reap a demographic disaster among the youth. What in particular are they concerned with?
Guest: Nachilala Nkombo - Interim Africa Executive Director for the ONE Campaign
Brenden Gray argues against the notion that excellence, quality and school success flow from school discipline. According to him, discipline is not indicative of school success but of educational failure.
Guest: Brenden Gray, Head of the graphic design department at the University of Johannesburg’s faculty of art, design and architecture and a doctoral candidate at the university’s Centre for Education Rights and Transformation
Africa Month may be over, but the dialogue continues. The Department of Arts and Culture continues with hosting colloquia under the theme, “The Year of OR Tambo: Building a Better Africa and a Better World” to celebrate the legacy of OR Tambo and to promote African Unity. One of the acclaimed speakers is none other than Prof Ngugi wa Thiong’o.
Guest: Prof Ngugi wa Thiong’o – World acclaimed author and some call him Father of "decolonising the mind"
As the country is still battling to lift the standard of mathematics to that of the global community, we turn our attention to the accounting profession. Just recently the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants appointed Mareka Chabedi as Education Manager for South Africa and one of his views is that if there are economic activities in rural areas, then there will be no reason for individuals to move to urban areas. In his new position, where is he hoping to take the profession and attract young people?
Guest: Mareka Chabedi – Newly appointed Education manager for South Africa at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Alabama’s Attorney General, Steve Marshall is in the country representing the Conference of Western Attorneys General. He is here for an Oral Advocacy training program in conjunction with South Africa’s Attorney General’s office. What are the main objectives of this gathering and what does it mean for the general public?
Guest: Steve Marshall - Alabama’s Attorney General
The ANC declared this year as the Year of OR Tambo as he would have turned a 100 years of age had he lived today. In light of this, the National Heritage Council of South Africa together with its partners; are hosting the first public discussion, Oliver Tambo Centenary Talk, at Freedom Park under the theme “Celebrating the Life and Legacy of OR.” What is the purpose of this talk how is it aimed at inspiring the nation moving forward?
The month of May marks 26 years of Somaliland’s independence from Somalia in 1991. However the country is still battling to be recognized internationally and currently going through a severe drought. They have their own currency, army and parliament, but this means very little in their fight for recognition which has also affected the much needed aid. What is it that is hindering their fight for independence?
Guest: Ahmed Jamaa Hassan – Director General at the Somaliland Investment and Trade Corporation in Southern Africa
Today on ‘Living with it’, we talk we talk to Elon Mogale about morbid obesity. He says he is being discriminated against because of his weight. What sort of challenges does he go through on a daily basis?
Guest: Elon Mogale – Living with Morbid obesity
Benjamin Mfaba tells us about the objectives of the upcoming Gcwala Ngamasiko Cultural Festival that will take place in two-day’s time. This annual Pan-African festival forms part of Africa Month celebrations.
Guest: Benjamin Mfaba, Programme Director, Gcwala Ngamasiko Cultural Festival
South African jazz musician Mandla Mlangeni has been crossing our borders taking jazz on the road with the aim of promoting the arts. Under the banner of Afrikan Freedom Principle, Mlangeni is collaborating with other musicians to find out how the different types of collaborations can be articulated into educational models for aspiring musicians. He has just returned from Mozambique and joins us in studio…
Guest: Mandla Mlangeni – South African Jazz musician
Focus: Adam Hanieh joins us to speak on the themes covered in his book “Lineages of Revolt: Issues of Contemporary Capitalism in the Middle East”. His book analyses the recent development of Gulf capitalism through to the aftermath of the 2008 economic crisis and it presents a novel theoretical interpretation of this important region of the Middle East political economy.
Guest (studio): Dr Adam Hanieh, Senior Lecturer in Development Studies at the school of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London
Today on ’Living With It’, we are joined by someone living with Multiple Sclerosis, or MS – a long lasting disease that can cause problems with vision, balance, muscle control, and other basic body functions.
Guest: Tina Angelos
Yesterday deal makers gathered in Cape Town to talk about some of the risks involved in investing in energy projects on the African continent. One of the issues on the table was to look at the Trump presidency and the impact it has on the continent. How do they view the playfield on the African continent when it comes to energy investments?
Guest: Andrew Moorfield - Head of Natural Resources, Exotix Partners
Professor Mammo Muchie is known for his passion for Pan-Africanism and the continent’s self-worth. Even though he concurs that there are many African identities, his argument is that this should not prevent Africans from forging a collective vision for the continent just as the Indians have been able to do. The question he asks is whether the Pan-African hour has come? What is he basing it on?
Guest: Prof Mammo Muchie - Research Chair in Innovation Studies Faculty of Economics and Finance at Tshwane University of Technology
On ‘Living with it’ today we look at bipolar. This is one of those conditions we hear about a lot in the media. But do we really understand what it’s like to live with it?
Guest: Mbali Kgosidintsi – Living with Bipolar
Last year, Statistician-General Pali Lehohla revealed that the rate of spousal abuse had risen over the past five years, with 11% of assault and murder of women at home rising to 31% in 2015. He said the drivers of contact violence across all sectors included inequality, jealousy and financial matters. Anger, drugs and alcohol also played a major role.
Guests: Pule Goqo, Brothers for Life Ambassador
Javu Baloyi, Spokesperson of Commission for Gender Equality (CGE)
Tshepo Mokoena, Karabo’s uncle
Palesa Mpapa, Legal Advocacy Manager at People Opposing Women Abuse
Issues of youth unemployment dominated discussions at the Pan-African Parliament with the body’s president calling on representatives from the various member states to improve the situation. Poverty and crime also featured highly on the agenda. But then what sort of plans are there from the parliament itself to work with the various countries in turning the situation around?
Guest: Yusupha Jobe – Deputy Clerk for Administration and Human Resources at the Pan-African Parliament
Free Speech, according to Flemming Rose; But where do we draw the line between free speech and hate speech?’
Free speech is one of our most important rights and one of the most misunderstood - and one thing we often forget is that it comes with responsibilities. Joining us to tackle this complex and controversial subject is Mr Flemming Rose. During his tenure as culture editor of the Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten, Rose was principally responsible for the September 2005 publication of the cartoons that initiated the Muhammad cartoons global controversy in early 2006. Since then, he has been an international advocate for freedom of speech and is the author of several books, including The Tyranny of Silence that the Economist in 2014 named one of the 10 best non-fiction books of the year.
Guests: Flemming Rose, Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute in Washington D.C.
Dr Faisal Suliman, Chairperson of the South African Muslim Network
When it comes to tourism figures in the country, authorities celebrate the amount of foreign visitors we get into the country. But interestingly there is a group classified as Afropolitans who are said to be traveling domestically. This market is said to be going unnoticed as not much is catered for them. Who are they exactly and why does it seem like they are an untapped market? Guests: Jerry Mabena - CEO Thebe Tourism Group
On our Friday musical wind down, we focus on the music of ‘Go Barefoot’. One of the descriptions given to their music is “Indie Kwela Folk Rock”. Today they are releasing their new track entitled ‘Clouds of Rain’ and you will be hearing it for the first time right here on SAfm…….
Guest: Go Barefoot – Music band
As the world’s business leaders are gathering in Durban for the World Economic Forum, different call are being made to deal the continents economic challenges. We hear now from Kunle Elebute from KPMG who believes that Africa has a lot of opportunities awaiting to be unlocked. Where would he say the problem lies and how can we unlock the opportunities?
Guest: Kunle Elebute - National Senior Partner, KPMG in Nigeria and Chairman, KPMG West Africa
Markets in the short term are not driven by fundamentals. If this is the case what drives markets?
Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates
Tomorrow (Tuesday) being World Asthma Day, we take the opportunity on ‘Living with it’ to understand what people with asthma go through on a daily basis. Also getting a medical understanding of what asthma is all about.
Professor Keertan Dheda - Professor of Medicine and Head of the Division of Pulmonology at the University of Cape Town
On our SMME feature today we look at how the ICT sector has helped in shaping entrepreneurship on the African continent. These days it’s almost impossible for a business not to operate outside of technological advancement. How is it helped in improving how entrepreneurs think?
Guest: Hadley Harris - MD of the Futuretell Group
Dr Dirk Van Zyl, president of the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists shares his thoughts on the potential risks pertaining global fee arrangements. Due to the importance of this issue, the Health Professions Council of South Africa has urged healthcare professionals to defer entering into global fee or similar financial- and clinical arrangements or contracts. They argue that their concerns relate to the protection of patient rights and limitations on professional autonomy, to be able to act in the best interest of patients.
Guest: Dr Dirk Van Zyl, President of the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA)
This morning we talk to Roche Mamabolo who is an entrepreneur and author of a book entitled 'The start-up revolution: Fit in or stand out.' He points out how people are conditioned to go according to the status quo where one is told to do things a particular way. One of the comments he makes in the book is that "No one is going to pick you, pick yourself up. Keeping it safe is no longer safe." Where would he say entrepreneurship is going wrong in our country?
Guest: Roche Mamabolo - Founder and director of Radipolelo Entrepreneurship Consulting
Last week President Jacob Zuma encouraged stakeholders in the agricultural sector to make a maximum contribution to economic growth and job creation. Zuma was speaking at the Westonaria Agri-Park which is aimed at revitalising and transforming the agricultural and rural economies. One of the empowerment companies that came forward is the Musa Group who say that they aim to transform the agriculture sector by providing financial support and empower disadvantaged black entrepreneurs with the skills to fully participate in the mainstream economy. What is their strategy for this sector?
An interesting observation is being made about how we are all consciously and unconscious bias based on our perspective perception. The perceptions are said to be made by our background, experiences and other external factors and we all habour them and take them into the workplace. What is it that makes us do that?
Guest: James Mpele - Author and Founder of The Diversity Hub
Professor David Bilchitz explains what socio-economic rights are, how they are guaranteed in a constitutional democracy and what needs to be done to ensure effective protection and translation of these rights into material entitlements. His book Poverty and Fundamental Rights has been translated into Spanish. The book addresses the pressing issue of developing a rights-based approach to addressing severe poverty and inequality, and asks why is it that violations of socio-economic rights are treated with less urgency than violations of civil and political rights, such as the right to freedom of speech or to vote?
David Bilchitz, Professor of Fundamental Rights and Constitutional Law at the University of Johannesburg, and Director of the South African Institute for Advanced Constitutional, Public, Human Rights and International Law and Secretary-General of the International Association of Constitutional Law
We look at the state of parole system in South Africa. On the 10th of April, the department of justice and correctional services revealed that they would like to see some changes to the current parole system. Speaking at the Kgosi Mampuru II prison in Pretoria‚ Acting Minister of Justice and Correctional Services‚ Faith Muthambi described the current system‚ implemented in 1998‚ as “outdated and in need of revision”.
Guest: Faith Muthambi, Acting Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
Professor Vuyisile Msila argues that calls for transformation will be difficult to attain without the daring attitude to disrupt certain systems, and he says without the implementers of change, all change efforts will come to naught.
Professor Vuyisile Msila, Director at Unisa’s Change Management Unit
SABC 2’s most-watched drama Muvhango is celebrating 20 years of being on air. The drama started off with one episode per week and grew to three days for over half a decade and now it airs everyday of the week. What is it about this drama that’s making it so popular?
Dingaan Mokebe – Actor who plays the part of James on Muvhango
Today on Living With It, we focus on Autism - creating awareness and providing guidance in terms of possible solutions and interventions.
Jenna White, Case Supervisor at The Star Academy
Melissa Myambo has been examining the role that ‘white men’s privilege’ plays in modern, growing economies. Based on her study, she came to the conclusion that skin colour is a major factor in closing deals in India as well as South Africa. Dr Melissa Myambo, JIAS 2017 Writing Fellow, UJ; Research Associate at the Centre for Indian Studies
We hear from Thembalethu Shangase, she recently conducted research titled: “Investigating Marriage Aspirations and Attitudes towards Premarital Child Bearing: A Case Study of Unmarried Female Zulu-Speaking Students at two Durban Universities”. The majority of the study participants believed that the effect of premarital child bearing on a woman’s marriage potential was entirely dependent on what men desired.
Ms Thembalethu Shangase, UKZN student
Many times when we talk about SMME’s most of the callers complain about funding issues. On the other hand when asking the funding institutions, they tell you about drafting a proper business plan. Where then are small business start-ups getting it wrong when drafting a business plan and just how important is it to a prospective funder?
Chelsea Evans, Chief Visionary Officer and Co-founder of PlanMyWedding.com
Christo Botes: Executive Director of Business Partners Limited
The SABC has embarked on a drive to create awareness around the benefits of paying your TV licence. The campaign will see some of South Africa’s well-known broadcasting talent including the likes of Leanne Manas, Ismail Abrahams and Thomas Mlambo hit the road to share their stories of how the payment of TV licences has made it possible for them to make meaningful contributions to the lives of others.
Mfundo Ntsibande, SABC Corporate Marketing: Transversal Marketing Manager
Jacques Coetzee: SABC Marketing Manager TV Licence
This week marks World Allergy Week and we use this opportunity to learn about allergies and find what it is that people should know about it. And also for those who may have family members who suffer from different allergies. What is the worst form of allergy and when does one find out if they have an allergy?
Professor Mike Levin -Head of Division of Allergy, Department of Paediatrics at the Allergy Society of South Africa
Joburg Theatre yesterday held a full day excursion showing and educating the public about the three theatres, Soweto and Roodepoort. How is driving more people to attend theatre and just how popular is it still in 2017?
paying tribute to Anti-apartheid struggle stalwart Ahmed Kathrada who passed away this morning at the Donald Gordon Hospital in Johannesburg. Kathrada passed away after a short period of illness, following surgery to the brain
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
On living with it’ today we talk to a blind person about what life is like for them and how they deal with everyday things. Selaelo Makgato became blind at the age of five and has been an activist for disability rights for many years. He now works in the office of Limpopo’s Premier.
Selaelo Makgato – Director Special Programmes in the Office of the Limpopo Premier
We examine the department of transport’s popular phrase which says ‘road deaths are no accidents, as they are either caused by ignorance or negligence’ – asking how can we solve this problem. Our guest believes that it can be solved through individual commitment to make a change for the better (but, where do we begin?)
Dr. Zolekile Pafa, District Manager for O.R. Tambo District in the Eastern Cape Department of Transport
Lee Ann Steenkamp explains why she thinks ‘not raising the retirement age will have serious ramifications for the majority of lower-income South Africans who don’t have a private pension fund’. Steenkamp is of the view that the bulging numbers of retiring people is a precursor for a host of socioeconomic challenges.
Guest: Lee-Ann Steenkamp - Head: Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning, University of Stellenbosch Business School
The Disability Rights Symposium under the theme says it aims to bring together the South African disability and human rights sectors by presenting examples of good practice in partnerships and collaboration from around the Globe. They go on to say that “during Apartheid, the South African disability sector, although diverse, mobilised effectively, participated politically and had a powerful voice. Over the past two decades however, much of the vibrancy and dynamism of the sector has faded.” What do they attribute this to?
“Today on ‘Living with It’ we explain how the world works for the deaf and how to cope with deafness”
Wednesday marked the 121st anniversary of the Great African Adwa Victory. It was on that day that the Ethiopians defeated Italian invaders at Adowa (or Adwa) on March 1st 1896. According to history books, this was the biggest defeat suffered by the Europeans since Hannibal and it signaled the beginning of the end of European colonialism. What actually happened on that day and how did it change the status of the African continent moving forward?
On ‘Living with it’ Robyn Leary shares her story of recovery from the difficult early days and how she has adjusted to life after a stroke. Did you know that in 2014 stroke claimed the lives of over 23 000 South Africans, with one person diagnosed every six minutes. Dr Feroza Motara will explain more…..
Guest: Robyn Leary: journalist, stroke survivor
Guest (studio) Dr Feroza Motara, Emergency and family physician – Academic head, emergency medicine faculty health sciences at Wits University and Head of emergency unity at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg academic hospital
The SABC Foundation is involved in helping an 8-year old burn victim get medical treatment. Late last year Mike from the Keletso Health and Skills Development Centre had made contact with the Foundation, requesting assistance for Wanga, an 8 year old little girl from Midrand who was burnt a few years ago in her mother shack. The initial information was then sent to Dr Anushka Reddy who got straight to work in pulling resources together to help the little girl. She’s on the line no to tell us what is involved in dealing with this operation and also how SCAARFX laser helps burn victims…
Guest: Dr Anushka Reddy – Scientific Director at The Cosmetic Medicine Congress of South Africa
We dissect the findings of the HSRC study that looked at how different groups in South Africa were exposed to food advertising in magazines. Results of the study found that more than half of the adverts in magazines that primarily target poor, black people were for unhealthy and starchy foods. Affluent, non-black groups were shown slimming foods and dietary supplements. Adverts also made false claims about foods being healthy.
Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan says that radical economic transformation shouldn’t just be a slogan, but it needs to get to the root of poverty and inequality in South Africa. Gordhan said this during his Budget speech on Wednesday. But this term has been used so many times with concerns raised that it is not reaching its target audience. Where do we need to start to make it a reality?
Affordable housing has been a thorny issue for government to deal with. The most difficult one is bridging the gap where one either earns too little for a normal bank funded house and too much for an RDP house. In light of this, the Musa Group says it has come up a solution called the Pension Backed Housing Loans. How exactly will this work and how different is it to what is already in the market?
South Africa has a history of excellence in healthcare and healthcare innovation, having positioned itself at the forefront of some of the world’s most celebrated procedures. In recent years, the country has emerged as a serious contender within the Health Tourism industry; one of the fastest growing globally. What is it that makes us stand out when it comes to health tourism?
Our guest shares his views and thoughts on how to tackle rape culture and the problem of patriarchy. He argues that patriarchy makes rape happen constantly and it makes it acceptable for millions to get raped regularly.
We unpack the horrible events that happened on the pitch at the Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates match this weekend.
“As we celebrate World Radio Day. Our guests share their thoughts on why radio remains influential across the globe”.
On our ‘Living with it’ feature this morning we look at the chemo break to try and understand how it works. What is it meant to do and what does it tell the doctor about the next move forward?
We look at the politics of Cameroon and discuss in detail some of the challenges facing the country. Since November last year, there has been political unrest in the English speaking section of the country. Schools and other aspects of life have been severely interrupted. For many weeks now, the Anglophone problem has plunged Cameroon into a zone of turbulence. So what’s really happening in the country – are the concerns raised by the English speaking citizens legitimate?
The first quarter 2017 ushers in the new Market Conduct regulatory framework, which experts say will bring with it extensive regulatory change for all South African financial institutions. Industry watchers say that this is arguably the single most significant financial sector regulatory reform that South Africa has ever experienced. What does it mean for us as the public and what significant changes will it bring?
One key objective for every sector in the world is convenience. With technology advancing as it is and consumers depending more and more on the digital space, all institutions are pressured to keep up. We take a look now at the banking sector and how this advancing digital move is affecting them. Are they keeping up and what more do they need to do?
Chad's foreign minister Moussa Faki Mahamat was elected as the chairperson of the African Union commission at a summit of the 54-nation body. He is taking over from outgoing AU chair Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma who has been in office since 2012. What should we expect from the AU under his leadership?
The issue of South Africans and a saving culture has been raised by many experts. An interesting article from KPMG asks whether behavioural economics can help nudge South Africans to save more?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
In a country where more than half the population struggles to eat regularly. This morning we examine why obesity has become such a massive problem in South Africa? We unpack some of the issues pertaining to poverty and obesity, and look at some researched facts.
Our guest is of the view that efforts to build a cohesive society seemed to have failed. He argues that persistent calls for harmony offer some indication of how divided and conflicted South Africans remain.
Once again we revisit the subject of matric outcomes with a special focus on maths and science. On Wednesday we spoke to Professor Mzukisi Qobo about why South Africa is failing to produce enough school leavers who are competent in maths and science. Our guest this morning is from the department of basic education and he will share the department’s perspective on the matter. His argument is that the problem is quite serious in the early grades where basic literacy and numeracy skills are not being acquired in time. He joins us now to elaborate further and his name is…..
Guest: Dr Stephen Taylor, Director of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation at the Department of Basic Education
Many people use the New Year as an opportunity to make large bucket lists or attempt extreme makeovers, whether personal or professional. But for all the good intentions, only a tiny fraction of us keep our resolutions. Why do so many people fail at goal-setting, and what are the secrets behind those who succeed? Guest (studio): Bishop Mosa Sono, founder and Presiding Bishop of Grace Bible Church 11:00 News
Focus: Professor Hlengiwe Mkhize talks about opportunities available through the post-school education policy, as well as the importance of pushing for transformation in our institutions.
Guest (studio): Prof Hlengiwe Mkhize, Deputy Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services
One thousand disabled people are set to benefit from an initiative by an organization called Operation Rehab. The project will offer free or heavily subsidised medical treatment among other benefits. Why the specific focus on the disabled community?
Guest(Studio): Dharmesh Nagar - Strategy Director at Media Revolution
Focus: The Education Association of South Africa held their annual conference which dealt with various issues pertaining to our education system. One of the experts who attended the conference is Professor Robert Balfour, Dean of Education Sciences at North-West University. Balfour wrote a couple of books on education and his recent one is entitled: Education in a New South Africa: crisis and change". Dwelling on the subject of change, is it too late to change the direction of our education system, if yes, which direction should it go?
Guest: Professor Robert Balfour - Dean of Education Sciences at North-West University
Brand South Africa CEO joins us to discuss South Africa’s participation in this year’s World Economic Forum which is due to take place next week in Switzerland. South Africa will be participating in the talks once again and will position itself as “Open for Business”. So this morning we ask, is brand South Africa easy to sell and why should global investors invest in this country?
Guest: Dr Kingsley Makhubela, CEO of Brand South Africa
When looking for a job, we are often told it’s not so much what you know, but who you know that matters most. The business dictionary describes nepotism as the practice of appointing relatives and friends in one's organization to positions for which outsiders might be better qualified. Despite its negative connotations, nepotism (if applied sensibly) is an important and positive practice in the start-up and formative years of a firm where complete trust and willingness to work hard (for little or no immediate reward) are critical for its survival. Is nepotism so bad, if so why?
Guest: Dr Thami Mazwai, Business Commentator
We examine why South Africa is failing to produce enough school leavers who are competent in maths and science. The 2016 Global Competitiveness Report ranked South Africa last among 140 countries for maths and science. This places it behind poorer African countries like Mozambique and Malawi.
Guest: Mzukisi Qobo, Associate Professor at the Institute for Pan African Thought and Conversation, University of Johannesburg
We look at the impact of piracy on the music industry, this following the news that pirate DVDs of Sfiso Ncwane's funeral are being sold for R10 on the streets of Durban. It is public knowledge that music piracy is considered to be the main enemy of the global music industry.
Guest: Deborah Fraser, South African gospel artist
Focus: We look at the issue of road rage in South Africa and give tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of it. According to experts - aggressive driving behaviors, such as speeding and tailgating, can often lead to road rage.
Guest: Ace Ncobo, SA Road Safety Ambassador
Focus: Has populism in southern Africa reached an expiry date among the nationalist leaders? Our guest thinks so and he says the times are gone when leaders of the dominant parties could claim to be the alternative to the established system.
Guest on the line (Sweden): Henning Melber, Extraordinary Professor, Department of Political Sciences, University of Pretoria
Focus: Failing or delaying to address a child’s learning difficulties has far-reaching implications for both parents and children alike. The real cost of withholding learning intervention programmes from children with learning difficulties should not be underestimated. This could result in long-term financial burdens when learners have to repeat a grade, while they often pay the price academically, emotionally and socially. To discuss the consequences of this, we are joined by…..
Guest: Dr Felicity Coughlan, Director of the Independent Institute of Education
Focus: As this year will be the 150th anniversary of the discovery of diamonds in South Africa. This morning we establish why mining continues to play an important role in the economy of the country. Mining today accounts for 8% of national GDP and our guest is of the view that this small proportion understates its wider importance.
Guest: John Kane-Berman is a policy fellow at the IRR
Focus: We hear from Tshetlhe Litheko on why he believes South Africans have what it takes to turn this nation into a winning nation. He says the foundation to transforming the economy and building a winning nation is rooted in how we build our national pride.
Guest: Mr Tshetlhe Litheko, Expert development and Engagement specialist
Focus: This morning we feature the music of Philisoul made up of Themba Mondlane and Mandela Conana. Their music is classified as Afro Soul. They have been wooing audiences with live performance…..
Guest(Live performance in Studio): PhiloSoul – Afro Soul group
Focus: Lately we’ve heard of term so many terms that have been translated from negativity to positivity. Terms like “blesser” which was known as a sugar daddy, “mavuso” an event where women agree to a sexual transact. Now we have the new term is “moreki” which refers to people who just want to have fun and buy their own drinks. How do these terms add to the moral decay in our country and how do they become so popular?
Guest: Matokgo Makutoane - Advocacy Co-Ordinator at Soul City Institute for Social Justice
Focus: Often when we go either on holiday or to a family ceremony in townships or rural areas, our urban kids are the ones that struggle the most to understand traditional practices and cultural gestures. Yet, as the future leaders of every clan, the responsibility of carrying the legacy of our cultures, traditions and languages lie in their hands. In our attempt to conform to a society that often isolates our Africanism and traditions, are we losing our identity as Africans?
Guest: Jerry Mofokeng, Veteran Actor and Public Speaker
Focus: Following the release of Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye and his friend Themba Tshabalala, this morning we ask – what does it take to forgive? Maarohanye and Tshabalala were convicted in 2012 for crashing their cars into a group of school children in 2010. The accident left four boys dead and two others seriously injured.
Focus: Why are spiritual people often depressed and suicidal? This morning we investigate the link between a spiritual journey and mental illness. Chemory Gunko helps us understand what our challenges are as human beings and how to overcome them.
Guest (studio): Ms Chemory Gunko, Energy Healing & Life Coach
Focus: The Road Accident Fund launched a unique road safety campaign for the festive season that promotes story telling. The stories from motorists would be a mixed bag from exciting news to the sad stories. What was the thinking behind this campaign and what has it achieved so far?
Guest: Dr Eugene Watson, CEO of the Road Accident Fund
Focus: Who is Kenny Motsamai and what was his contribution to the liberation struggle in South Africa? After spending 27 years and 11 months in prison, Kenny Motsamai joins us to tell his side of the story.
Guest: Kenny Motsamai, PAC stalwart
Focus: Those who understand chess say it is not merely about Kings, Knights and Pawns, but it's about lines and angles, options that have to be considered and decisions that must be taken. The game also improves higher level thinking skills, advanced math and reading skills. Just how important is chess in improving a child’s education?
Guest: Ronald King - an accredited FIDE Arbiter
Focus: We investigate why Christmas isn’t the same as it used to be, asking – how did the entire world succeed in turning the season of goodwill into the modern money spinner of today.
Guest: Rev Monwabisi Mcopela, Ordained Minister of the United Congregational Church of Southern Africa: Social Justice Convener
Focus: So much of political ideology is personality driven rather than addressing the identity of the party’s ideologies. Today we ask, does liberalism have a place in contemporary South Africa? Can key questions of justice be answered and served by liberal ideology?
Guest: Professor Mcebisi Ndletyana, Senior Research Specialist in the Democracy and Governance Research Programme
Focus: In less than a month from now, US president Barack Obama will be vacating the White House to make way for Donald Trump. When Obama took over there was high expectation and excitement as he made history by being the first black person to take over the country’s highest office. Looking back to his presidency, what will we remember him for?
Guest: Dr Dinesh Sharma - Associate Research Professor at the Institute of Global Cultural Studies, SUNY-Binghamton, NY
Focus: Elephant back safaris will no longer be operational in Botswana. The ban on the riding of elephants is linked to a new government policy in accordance with the Minister of Environment TK Khama, to improve the welfare of elephants in captivity. Minister Khama’s department studied their subjugation in being forced to carry tourists and found it unacceptable. To discuss this, we are joined by Dr Don Pinnock and he will explain why he supports the move.
Guest: Dr Don Pinnock, Writer and academic
What does it takes to protect and serve your community? Most importantly - what does it take to be a great police officer?
Focus: We begin the show by celebrating police officers who are committed to promoting public safety and stopping crime. We do this through Andrew Brown’s book titled “Good cop, bad cop: confessions of a reluctant policeman”.
Guest: Anine Kriegler, Researcher and Doctoral Candidate in Criminology at the University of Cape Town
Focus: Over the years we’ve been talking about going back to African values and knowledge systems. But seeing how many young people are comfortable with western values, is it too late to bring back the African way of life?
Guest: Hlulani Mdingi – Lecturer in the Department of Philosophy and systematic theology at UNISA
Over the years there’s been many perceptions around cancer. Whether it be traditional or just lack of knowledge around it. The message that is constantly preached is that of early detection which is not always possible. What are the most important aspects of cancer we need to know?
Focus: December is not just about the holidays, but it’s also a time where people get married. Just how valuable are marriages to society these days?
Guest: Pastor Mandla Luphondwana –Speaker and marriage councilor
Why medical scheme increases are so high and what are the challenges faced in trying to curb rising costs while maintaining a high standard of healthcare for everyone?
Focus: With more above-inflation medical scheme tariff increases on the horizon for 2017 - Natalie Zimmelman shares her thoughts on medical scheme contribution increases and gives advice on what the consumers should be asking. According to her, consumers need to query what they are paying for and what they are receiving, and assess if it is in their best interest.
Guest: Natalie Zimmelman; Chief Executive Officer of the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists
Ethiopia is one of those countries that are mentioned in the bible numerous times and it is also rich in culture and spirituality. The country also played a significant role in liberating the continent. One of the other things they are known for is having their own calendar. What is Ethiopia’s contribution to the continent and what is it that makes the country so significant?
Focus: Often we hear the term of ubungoma and many of us use it loosely to describe a person who uses traditional medicine to heal people. Rightfully, traditional healers who practice in South Africa can broadly be grouped into three types, the traditional doctor/inyanga, the sangoma and the faith healer. They all have a different type of calling and here to explain the calling of a sangoma is…….
Guest: Dr Zukiswa Mvoko, Traditional healer and a member of the African National Healers Association
Focus: We dissect the findings of the South African Human Rights Commission’s report titled ‘Global Goals for Every Child: Progress and disparities among children in South Africa’‚ which was launched yesterday. According to the report, adolescent girls and young women are disproportionately vulnerable and at high risk. What role can all of us play in protecting children’s rights?
Guest: Dr Yulia Privalova Krieger, Deputy Representative UNICEF South Africa
We often hear about the unemployment rate in the country being on the rise and how much it affects young people. But then we don’t always hear the frustration unemployed graduates go through in terms of money for applications and the emotional impact it has on them. This morning we speak to a frustrated unemployed graduate to get an understanding of what it’s like to go through this process…..
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Focus: Former President Nelson Mandela signed the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa into law in Sharpeville on 10 December 1996. On Saturday this week, the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development, in partnership with various stakeholders will lead the 20th anniversary celebrations of the South African Constitution. This morning we discuss and define the meaning of South Africa’s constitution, asking – Do we understand the role of our democratic constitution in strengthening our democracy and does the South African Constitution mean anything to the average South African citizen?
Guest: Mr John Jeffery, Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Yesterday, the SABC Foundation launched the Disability360 campaign, an initiative aimed at empowering People with Disabilities.
Focus: Zulumathoba Zulu talks about Africa’s contribution to development of the world and how the Basotho (anciently) and other African nations used indigenous knowledge to direct a productive discourse in the topical areas of Africanisation, indigenisation, decolonisation and dispute resolution.
Guest: Mr Zulumathabo Zulu, African Philosopher, Published Author, Inventor & Research Analyst
This year marks 25 years since the International 16 Days of Activism campaign was launched. So this morning we ask, does commemorating the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence have any impact and what strides have been made in terms of advancing the cause of women, and 25 years later - why do we still have men who think women belong in the kitchen.
It is estimated that by 2050, close to eight out of 10 South Africans will be living in one of the country’s cities. How all those people live, and what their lives are like, will depend on important choices leaders make today and in the coming years. How will this be achieved with the citizen in mind and still making sure that everyone benefits?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
The Department of Transport says that the aviation industry is dominated by a generation of individuals over the age of 40. They estimate that by 2017 more than 40% of the industry professionals will be 55 years of age or older. How then do we change the situation around and what are some of the underlying factors? Are young people not interested in the sector?
We hear from Professor Rosabelle Boswell about why she thinks tax systems are inhumane. She argues that tax system is colonial and punitive, but on the other hand - she suggests that South Africans should activate their philosophy of Ubuntu at the state level, to infuse a new tax system with humanity.
the music of afro-soul artist Sol Shivambu. He is dubbed as” a true child of the soil”. How does he describe himself and his music?
A literature review commissioned by the Soul City Institute has revealed that South Africa has a serious drug usage problem twice that of the global norm. Surely this is of great concern to the nation as a whole. What are some of the underlying factors behind this?
November the 3rd till December the 3rd is marked as National Disability Rights Month. We use the opportunity to find out how the country has progressed in terms of fairness when it comes to equality particularly on matters pertaining to people with disabilities. How far are we and where should we be improving?
Guest: Magic Nkwashu, independent disability analyst
Focus: This coming Sunday Ukhozi FM will be hosting its Annual Gospel Festival at Germiston Lake, Ekurhuleni. The station hosted the event 3 years ago and they say since then their listeners have been calling for it. So they are doing exactly what their listeners are requesting them to do. What can they expect this time around?
Guest: Mu Ngcolosi – Marketing Manager at Ukhozi FM
Focus: We dispel some of the myths that exist around youth unemployment in this country. We do this through the Youth Employability Study conducted by the Centre for Social Development in Africa (at UJ) which aims to understand the effects that youth employability interventions and access to financial assets have on facilitating young people’s transition into employment.
Guest (studio): Lauren Graham: Associate Professor and Deputy Director at the UJ Centre for Social Development in Africa (CSDA) Senzelwe Mthembu: Researcher at the UJ Centre for Social Development in Africa (CSDA)
Michael Hlophe defines black privilege and argue that Black people should stop being as lazy as they’re labeled and come up with innovative ways to combat the gap between the ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’.
As unrest continues in Ethiopia for almost a year now, the country’s government has reportedly ruled out holding new elections to address the grievances behind protests. The riots started late last year when government decided to expand the capital, Addis Ababa into the surrounding farmlands in the Oromia region. Is this really about the expansion or is there more to it? Prof Mammo Muchie - Research Chair in Innovation Studies Faculty of Economics and Finance at Tshwane University of Technology
Mike Mlingana - DG in the Department fo Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Ismael Motala - President of the African Farmers Association of SA in the Western Cape
Last week along list of children in need of foster care circulated in the media with please to the public to adopt or give financial aid. The list stated different reasons including unknown whereabouts of the biological parents. Looking at the list, one wonders why would so many children be abandoned? What are some of the reasons behind this and how bad is the situation in the country?
Swiss caregiver platform, STUWARD with the blessing of Dementia SA has come up with an online interactive support for caregivers looking after patients or family members suffering from Dementia. The platform is said to be a useful tool for caregivers to go to when they need guidance. For a country like South Africa where not everybody has internet access, how will it work?
Last week saw the final debate between U.S. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton. Trump said he would accept the result of the Nov. 8 election - "if I win" - fueling Republican concerns his stance would make it harder for his party to maintain control of Congress. Clinton referred to the comment as horrifying. Well with just a few days to go before the polls, what are the highlights and what can we read into this race?
Psychological matters with Joanna Kleovoulou’ - “Is arguing a natural part of every relationship”
As the debate on the decolonisation of knowledge continues. This morning we look at the discipline of mathematics and assess where it fits into the debate. Our guest argues that it’s not obvious how mathematics can be decolonised at the level of content; however she firmly believes that it can be decolonised.
Last week we spoke to Douglas Gibson, South Africa’s former Ambassador to Thailand who spoke about the state of healthcare in South Africa. Gibson was reacting to the latest Global Competitiveness Index by the World Economic Forum which ranks South Africa as 123rd out of 138 countries in the health and primary education category. This is what Gibson said regarding waiting periods at public hospitals…
Over the centuries the African continent has been a focal point for western powers in terms of mineral resources which led to colonisation. Over the years many countries managed to liberate themselves. But then issues of development remain critical as many countries are still behind. How then can the continent move forward in achieving goals that will lead in the right direction?
As the year comes to an end, for those in school or university are heading towards exam time. Experts are already encouraging them to take it easy so that they don’t stress too much during the exam. But then where does one start to prepare? Is it better to start with the year or rather do it around this time? What is the best way to go about preparing for an exam?
Over the years we have been told that the Khoi people are the first indigenous people of South Africa. Now with the discovery of Mapungubwe, Commissioner Neluvhalani Nemapungubwe says this is not true and that we may also have to rewrite history. What is the true history as far as he is concerned?
Future Nation Schools which is part of the Sifiso Learning Group is bringing to life what they says is a new and experiential model of learning for 21st century scholars. They go on to say that their model makes schooling relevant to the continent of Africa while leveraging technology and the needs of the surrounding communities. Just how different is it from what is already out there?
Dr Alice Evans argues that in order for the world to amplify ongoing progress towards gender equality, we need to increase exposure to both women as professionals and men as carers. But how can it be achieved and why men don’t do as many household tasks?
The role of Chief Financial Officer is slowly becoming threatened as many computer software does what accountants do. This is of particular concern for the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. As far as they are concerned, what does the future hold for CFO’s and how can they stay relevant?
Lately we’ve seen how major cities are investing in tourism initiatives, this time it is the City of Tshwane. The city’s Tourism Association launched its comprehensive tourist map for the metropolitan area. What sort of interesting information does it contain and also what are some of Tshwane’s tourism attractions?
Many of us often wonder how the brain of a child functions and also the difference between the left and right brain - also why certain people use their left brain while others use the right. Well an interesting programme called SYNC which is targeted for children between 5-14 promises to make children use their full brain function. How exactly does it work and what sort of strategy is it using?
SMME’s have become a strategic way of dealing with unemployment in many countries. The sector has become key in contributing to the GDP. But many entrepreneurs will tell you just how difficult it is to stay afloat due to economics and other factors like funding and skills. What is it exactly that’s making it difficult? Is it funding and skills or is there more to it?
We dissect the objectives of the annual psychology congress (currently underway at Emperors Palace). This year’s congress will take a critical look at the profession’s ability to respond to context and to wider social needs. So this morning we ask, are psychologists making the appropriate contribution to present-day social needs?
A Dutch NGO called SPOTS which is based in the Netherlands is putting pressure on their travel agents to respect guidelines which they lobbied for when it comes to tourism that involves animals. One of the guidelines is that petting/taking pictures and or walking with animals like lions, is unacceptable. They are strongly trying to educate the international public about the harmful practice of canned hunting in South Africa. Why have they chosen to go this route?
Last week Meisie Nkosi, owner of Bella Bonni Guest House was recognized as the Small Business Entrepreneur of the Year. She owns a four-star graded Guest House, based in eMalahleni (Witbank) which encompasses 18 rooms. Under the trying economic climate, how did she manage to stay afloat and also what can she tell us about overcoming obstacles in her industry?
Violence and abuse against women is widespread in South Africa and internationally. This despite several awareness campaigns by government and civil society organisations, like trade unions. This morning we ask, are our trade unions doing anything, let alone enough to support the struggle against women’s oppression in society?
Universities are often criticized for not keeping up with developments in the workplace which can help them align their qualifications with industry. In light of this, the University of Johannesburg’s Faculty of Engineering and Build Environment (FEBE) will roll out its approved three year BEngTech and Built Environment Bachelors qualifications next year in order to further align the University’s Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate approach. What exactly is this approach and how will it help bridge the gap between higher education and the workplace?
Ever wondered how export credit and investment insurance works? The Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa is a company that provides insurance solutions to local exporters and puts then in a favourable light to the international market. How exactly does this work and what sort of risks do they cover?
International experts gathered in Cape Town on Friday to discuss curbing industry marketing of harmful products to young people. Some of the arguments that were made were on how governments should deal with companies that manufacture these products. But then how much more can be done to punish the companies involved and is it fair to point the finger at these companies?
Women in Electricity under the Association of Municipal Electrical Utilities this week held their first conference under the theme: Women powering smart cities. This they say echoes the milestone event of 1956 where women stood together to achieve a common goal. What lesson are they taking from this theme?
Amaphisi farmers' As government pushes for young people to enter the farming industry as a way to deal with the unemployment issue, we talk to an organization that is 100% black owned about their success story. The Amaphisi Farmers was founded in 1995 and have made their mark in the food and agricultural industry on many countries on the African continent. What is their formula to success and how do they encourage and teach sustainability in such a very tricky industry?
Dr Tracey Ledger discusses the right to food and why it represents the single biggest threat to progression towards an equitable society and the eradication of poverty, if it remains ignored.
The transport sector is one of those perceived to be male dominated. But in recent years more and more women are seen in the driving seat. Whether it be trucking, shipping, road or logistics, women are making in-roads. How has the industry transformed over the years and what is it that’s making it attractive to women and what sort of challenges are they facing?
Braimoh Bello explains why he thinks Africa’s problems lie with the leadership. He argues that if every politician avoids corruption and show contentment for the reward of their sweat, we would build a better continent.
Often we hear about the devastating effects drugs have in communities, but hardly hear about the impact it has in the workplace. Companies on the other hand don’t really know how to apply the country’s laws in dealing with the scourge. Just how prevalent is drug addiction in the workplace and how can employers go about testing their employees without stepping on their rights?
Many South African organisations and businesses are coming up with different projects to try and help in lifting up the country’s education. This time we hear about an initiative called e-maths projects which its founder says seeks to improve grades 11-12 mathematics results in rural and township's schools using cutting -edge technology in a mobile classroom. Just how different is it from what’s already out there and how successful is it so far?
We speak to Sizakele Marutlulle who is described as a disruptive thinker, cultural creative, business architect and speaker with experience across various sectors and geographies. Sizakele is currently rolling out a study that examines issues of diversity, identity, stigma and choice as it relates to the life experiences of Black Female Professionals who are childfree.
We look at the US current state of affairs with Professor Lorenzo Fioramonti and assess why African Americans still fare worse than any other ethnic group in the US and most people across the world.
We look at the US current state of affairs with Professor Lorenzo Fioramonti and assess why African Americans still fare worse than any other ethnic group in the US and most people across the world.
Last week the African Financial Group hosted a delegation from the Italian Region of Emilia Romagna where issues of investment were discussed. The seminar was seeking to facilitate business linkages and investment with local small businesses, cooperatives and black industrialists between organisations in Africa and Italy. Why is Italy showing interest in Africa and what is it that local business can gain out of this?
We often hear stories about how companies may refuse to employ people with disabilities or sometimes it is the person themselves who can’t fit into the particular sector they have studied for. The question then arises over whether institutions cater for people with disabilities? Well Shell Downstream SA together with the Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority and Old Mutual Financial Services teamed up together and came up with learning opportunity specifically created for people with disabilities. What exactly does it entail?
As we are in the middle of winter, experts say that this is the time where we get hungrier due to cooler temperature. Let’s use this opportunity now to understand why do we get hungrier in winter than in summer?
We investigate the extent to which the “African” in African Studies is concealed or revealed. Our guest is of the view that African Studies remains a colonised space rife with misrepresentation, homogenisation and essentialising about Africa. What do we need to do to decolonise African Studies? Call us and share your thoughts…..
Focus: Minister of Science and Technology, Naledi Pandor, says constructive partnerships need to be built between the government and the corporate sector, as the corporate sector has a role to play in development. The minister was speaking at the Sasol Inzalo Foundation graduation ceremony where more than a hundred science and engineering students graduated. But then we hear about the increasing problem of unemployed graduates, how then would partnerships of this sort help with the problem and could it be the permanent solution moving forward? Guest: Dr Phethiwe Matutu – Chief Director Human Capital development Guest: Dr Mapitso Molefe - Director of the Sasol Inzalo Foundation.
We dissect the objectives of the Kuhluka Movement. The movement was established by Josina Machel (she was motivated by a personal incident of abuse that she endured late last year at the hands of her partner at the time). Kuhluka seeks to find a platform that prevents abuse of women by bringing custodians of culture together to find ways that interrogate harmful practices and traditions, and questions the behaviours that foster an environment that tolerates violence towards women.
As part of Youth Month last week, Soul City Institute for Health and Development Communication held a dialogue on violence where young women raised their voices against the treatment of rape victims. One of them said women who report such crimes are often victimised afterwards. Since this is not a new issue that is being raised by these young women, why then is sexual violence it still a huge problem in society?
Guest: Tshepiso Maleswena, #IAmOneInThree student activist and
Guest: Thakane Mashala, Rise Young Women’s Club/Rise member
Focus: Dr Jakkie Cilliers shares his views and thoughts on what needs to be done to change the country’s current growth prospects. Cilliers is of the view that there has been much progress in South Africa post ’94 but the big question we need to ask ourselves is, how long will SA’s patience with high unemployment and high inequality last?
Guest: Dr Jakkie Cilliers - head of African Futures and Innovation at the Institute for Security Studies
Focus: Dr Mathole Motshekga joins us to discuss the importance of building the character of girl children through community based moral regeneration programmes.
Guest (studio): Dr Mathole Motshekga, Chairperson of Kara Heritage Institute
Focus: The University of Johannesburg in association with the SABC are holding a Leadership Colloquium on ‘The New Struggle’ tomorrow (Thursday) in commemoration of Youth Month and the June 16 1976 uprising. The Colloquium looks to tackle issues, roles and responsibilities of the Youth of today when it comes to leadership and the growth of South Africa. It will draw parallels from the Apartheid struggle, of which the youth prior to democracy faced, and the current youth struggle. As far as the speakers are concerned, what are the main issues facing young people today and how do we turn the situation around? Guests: Buti Manamela – Deputy Minster in the Presidency (Will speak to us for 15 minutes then will take next speaker still to confirm) Morne Mostert: National Youth Co-coordinator, Afriforum
Focus: Mozambique celebrated 41 years of independence this past Saturday while also commemorating 30 years since the death of its first president Samora Machel. While launching the commemoration, the country’s current president Filipe Nyusi said that, in remembering the life and work of Machel, "we intend to renew our commitment to preserve truth and freedom and noble gains of the struggle waged by Mozambicans". Looking at the current state of Mozambique, does the country have reasons to celebrate? Guest: Fredson Guilengue - Regional Programme Manager (SADC) for the Regional Office of the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation
Focus: Discussions about investments and mineral resources on the African continent have been going on for many years with not so clear direction as to which route the continent needs to go. As the global economy is taking a knock, economic role players on the continent are debating whether Africa is still the next big thing. Well is it?
We continue with our focus on young people this time turning the focus on empowerment issues. An annual summit dubbed - Brightest Young Minds is taking place this week with the aim to empower young people with the training, support and learning they need to enhance their employment and self-employment prospects. The five day meeting will see hundreds of the continent's most innovative young leaders coming together to discuss with the nation's decision makers and craft solutions to the developmental challenges outlined in the national development plan. How does a summit of this nature motivate and inspire young people to think positively?
Today we focus on ‘Talking it Out’ - encouraging teenagers not to bottle things up but to learn to talk about them.
The Jaziel Brothers have been silent for quite some time now and most people were probably wondering what they have been up to all this time. In one of the entertainment articles, they are described as a brand that continues to stand the test of the South African music industry’s woes, where a lot of musicians, duos and bands fade away through time and space. What is it that keeps them going?
Often when we have discussions about the situation pertaining to young people in society, then the question is raised over how we can help. Well some NGO’s and the private sector do come up with initiatives that hardly make it on the media agenda. A non-profit organization by the name Moving Ahead Development Agency is helping young boys who are raised without fathers to further their education especially in the technical and engineering sector. Why the focus on boys though?
Today (15 June) being World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, we use the opportunity to learn more about the plight of elderly people in our country. What is their situation like and also do we show appreciation for the elderly? Is the situation so bad that we should even dedicate a day to their plight?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
This week Thursday marks exactly 40 years since the June 16 Soweto uprising. A tragic event that made international headlines where school children were shot and killed by the apartheid police while protesting against the use of Afrikaans a medium of instruction. This morning we speak to Letepe Maisela who published a novel called ‘The Empowered Native’ which is based on the activities of the 1976 Soweto student uprising. What for him still stands out about that day and also why write a book with such a title?
It is public knowledge that South Africa has one of the worst youth unemployment problems in the world. So this morning we are joined by Mpho Mothubi to tell us about his various initiatives which are geared towards motivating and assisting unemployed young people of this country.
Devamrita Swami who is an educator and author in the Krishna bhakti tradition is in the country to attend the Ahmed Kathrada memorial lecture. This morning we talk to him about one of his books entitled “Hiding in Unnatural Happiness”. In this book he gives his perspective on the quest for happiness. With so much unhappiness in the world even among rich people, how should humanity find that happiness with money and other material needs?
Focus: An Monday we brought you an interview about the private sector meeting with government and the SMME sector at Constitutional Hill about a way forward for how companies can assist in resolving challenges faced in our economy while also scoring BEE points. Well one of the solutions that came out from it was the Inyosi Supplier Development which is aimed at giving black owned suppliers access to finance. How exactly does this work?
Guest: Luvuyo Rani – MD Silulo Ulutho Technology
Focus: As we start off Youth Month today, we turn our focus on the challenges we always hear about regarding young people in the country. This year marks 40 years since the uprising and often a picture is painted about just how they are not showing interest in their future. Looking back to what those in the 70’s did to shake the country, are we expecting too much from the youth of today?
Guest: Ntsako MKhabela – Founder of the Mzansi Spelling BEE and also daughter of one of the June 16 activists
Focus: We discuss how cleanliness and punctuality can positively affect development on the African continent. Our guest argues that when you look at African cities you see dirt, unkempt gardens, unkempt fences, chaotic traffic. And these cities according to him run on “African time”, itself a discredited concept. As Africans what do we need to do to change or modify our attitudes?
Guest: Sandile Swana, Lecturer at Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand
Focus: The Mineworkers Investment Company and Stella Credit together with government, private and SMME sector are tomorrow (Tuesday) holding a debate on how companies can assist in resolving challenges faced in our economy while also scoring BEE points. The debate will also focus on solutions for the SMME sector which government see as one of the solutions for the unemployment challenge we are facing. As things are at the moment, how should we deal with the direction or economy is taking and also how do we bring everybody to be active participants in it?
Focus: former Prime Minister of Australia Mr Kevin Rudd shares his views and thoughts on South Africa’s role in the multilateral system. Rudd is currently visiting South Africa to discuss the ICM’s evaluation of the current multilateral system and how it can adapt to address key global challenges.
Guest: Kevin Rudd, former Prime Minister of Australia, now Chair of the Independent Commission on Multilateralism (ICM)
Focus: Extraordinary Professor, Henning Melber dispels the myths about Africa’s rising middle class, he argues that if we are serious about the need for social change and transformation, we should be as serious about class analysis.
Guest on the line (Germany): Henning Melber, Extraordinary Professor, Department of Political Sciences, University of Pretoria
Focus: For many years governments around the world have been trying to deal with the problem of illegal brewing. The strange thing about this is that it has a high demand while impacting on formal manufacturers, government revenue and people’s health. Some experts say Tax stamps are becoming more widely used by governments to deal with this problem. How exactly do they achieve success and what are they?
Guest: Kyle Parker - CEO of PageMark Africa
South Africa made international headlines over the xenophobia attacks which brought a lot of shame on the country. Government came up with various initiatives aimed at teaching South Africans to embrace other nation’s cultures. On a day like this, have we learnt how to embrace and not to discriminate against our fellow Africans and what will it take?
South Africa is said to have an incredibly rich biodiversity, third after Brazil and Indonesia. It is also the only country to contain entire floral kingdom which is said to provide a wide range of products and services for both commercial and subsistence purposes. To celebrate International Biodiversity Day, the South African National Biodiversity Institute has come up with different educational programmes that may also attract young people and highlight the importance of this field…
As we continue to celebrate Africa Month in different aspects, this morning we get to understand what the African Peer Review Mechanism is all about. The APRM was initiated in 2002 and established in 2003 by the African Union in the framework of the implementation of the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD). The objectives of the APRM are primarily to foster the adoption of policies, standards and practices that lead to political stability, high economic growth just to name a few. Since its inception, what has it achieved and how do African leaders work with it?
Today we discuss “Childhood Stress’ – signs to look out for and tips on how to manage it”
We turn our focus on colon cancer trying to understand what it’s all about and also assess some of the symptoms associated with it and find out what is involved in treating it?
As the American race to the White House seems to be between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, we turn our focus on Clinton’s political trail. In his latest book entitled “The Global Hillary”, Dr Dinesh Sharma asks whether Clinton can advance American leadership and women's development worldwide?
We learn more about Civics Academy (due to be officially launched today) a new online education initiative that aims to strengthen democratic values and inspire active citizenship among the youth.
Prospects for a post Mugabe era. The principal argument that our guest advances this morning is that there have been human rights abuses under President Mugabe’s presidency and the task of addressing the country’s traumatic past can be effectively executed through the mechanism of a Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). But can it work in Zim? What can Zimbabweans learn from other countries about accounting for past injustices?
Education has become a priority concern for the country as a whole in both private and public schooling. Last week, Cambridge International Examinations held its schools conference under the theme ‘Leading Learning’ which focuses on the importance of everyone in a school - the principal, teachers and students alike - as leaders of learning. How does this help in enhancing learning and what is it that makes Cambridge a success?
The African continent is mourning its own loss after Congolese music legend, Papa Wemba died at the weekend. The 66-year old collapsed on stage in the Ivory Coast while performing at a festival. Wemba, whose real name was Jules Shungu Webadio, shaped Congolese music in the 1970s and 80s, making soukous music the most popular sound in Africa. What is it we will remember the most about Papa Wemba?
Guest (studio): Tresor (French for “treasure”) – Musician and songwriter from the DRC whose music was influenced by Papa Wemba
The Zika virus in South America has left some pregnant women with a tough decision of whether to abort or run the risk of their babies being born with Microcephaly, a birth defect where a baby is born with an abnormally small head and a short life expectancy. Experts say what started out as a question about containing the virus and the causal relationship between Zika and microcephaly, has now escalated into an issue about access to reproductive health and women's right to abortion. The other issue that has come to the fore is the dilemma medical professionals have to deal with. How then do they find the balance?
Guest: Professor Sylvester Chima – Professor of Medical Ethics at UKZN
Focus: Over the years we have seen more and more international franchises opening in the country even now with the negative perception that is being created about our economy. Experts in the business sector say this is a very significant development and growth for the economy. What should we read into this and also is franchising a viable business option for entrepreneurs?
Guest: Christo Botes – Executive Director at Business Partners Limited
Focus: We are in conversation with the man who invented the ‘Please Call Me’ concept. On Tuesday this week, the Constitutional Court ruled that Vodacom was unethical and dishonest when it refused to pay him for coming up with the concept. What lessons can be learned from Makate’s experience?
Guest: Nkosana Makate, ‘Please Call Me’ inventor
Musa Zulu reflects on his experience as a wheelchair user and how he finds society’s attitudes towards people with disabilities. He recently celebrated 21 years as a wheelchair user and he says these years have come with critical lessons that have taught him so much about himself and the world around him.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
A video showing 15 of the 219 schoolgirls held by Boko Haram has added pressure on the Nigerian government to secure their release after activists accused authorities of mishandling the case in the two years since their mass kidnap. Weeping parents identified the girls captured in the video. Washington on the one hand says Nigeria has made progress while activists are saying very little is being done. Just what is making it so difficult for Nigeria to deal with this crisis?
The issue of drought and possibly other factors has made food security one of the most important global issues. On the other hand there are those who think that urban agriculture is the solution to the growing problem of urban food insecurity in South Africa and in Africa more broadly. This morning we are in conversation with Dr Jane Battersby-Lennard who is of the view that there is very little evidence to support this level of investment and focus. Today we ask, what do we need to do to address the problem of food insecurity?
Plastic is often shunned by environmentalist due to the damage it does to the environment. Today we speak to one of the major global players in the industry about how they effectively use plastic and also how they contribute to waste reduction. Representatives from Dow Chemical Company are in the country to talk to the media about packaging and food security and also recycling and sustainability…..
The province of KwaZulu-Natal is one of those with a rich history which has put it on the world map therefore attracting tourism. With Durban as the main attraction for all manner of events, safety becomes a major priority. What is the province’s strategy when it comes to keeping its citizens and also tourists safe? - Mamonye Ngobeni, SAPS Commissioner in KZN
Talking to Henk Viljoen RE: African Bank (the good and the bad bank) as well as finding out what happened to monies kept inside pockets. We will also be dealing with SMSs that we haven’t dealt with over the last few weeks.
Eustance Davie who is with the Free Market Foundation has written an article urging South Africa to go the Mauritius way in dealing with the economy. He points out in particular their system of using enterprise based solution to dealing with poverty. Just how practical is it though for a country like ours?
Eustance Davie who is with the Free Market Foundation has written an article urging South Africa to go the Mauritius way in dealing with the economy. He points out in particular their system of using enterprise based solution to dealing with poverty. Just how practical is it though for a country like ours?
Often when we receive a call from calling us by our formal names, then we get very irritated knowing it’s probably someone selling us something. On our SMME feature this morning we get to understand the business of direct marketing. Why is it still gaining strength and for those entrepreneurs in this industry, how do they make it? And also why is direct marketing still popular and what are the prospects for those who would like to take advantage of it?
Arvitha Doodnath discusses the science behind marijuana, looking at its benefits and disadvantages. She argues that inasmuch as it has its own negative effects, marijuana is not the serious threat that most governments want us to believe.
Lately we have seen lots of stories in the media about lawyers who are defrauding the Road Accident Fund. This is something that has been going on for many years where personal injury lawyers claim exorbitant amounts supposedly for their clients, but then pay them very little at the end. The question then arises over just how much we understand about the RAF and whether we still need to go through lawyers? If we still need the lawyers, then what should we look out for?
This morning we are in conversation with Raphael Sikwane who is of the view that we are not using our brain capacity to the fullest. He also believes that the levels of intellect are dropping and that we should bring in mind power skills. Just what are the reasons behind what he is saying?
As we strive to play our part in promoting South African companies, products and services which are actively helping to create jobs and economic growth. This morning we profile “Sekoko Group”, a local company that has just started producing smartphones. The main driver behind SA’s new mobile brand (Sekoko Mobile) is Dr Tim Tebeila, who started Sekoko Mobile in 2013 as part of diversifying his business. He joins us now to tell us how it all began.
Given that in recent years there has been a heightened contestation over Afrikaner identity, today we assess what 22 years of democracy in South Africa should mean for this identity. This morning we ask, are there other traditions that can be drawn on in Afrikaner culture that can advance democracy and social justice?
The private sector continues to head government’s call to help in improving education and skills in the country. Through interviews we have been doing about education and the private sector, many experts call for a collective effort in dealing with the issue that affect mostly young people. This time the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and the Gauteng City Region Academy will be taking 250 learners through a programme that they say aims to develop knowledge and skills at foundation level in financial and management accounting. How will a programme like this one help deal with the problem of skills shortage in the country? What new thing is it bringing?
We discuss the issue of human rights violations of sex workers. It is reported that sex workers in Mpumalanga are facing harassment, violence and unlawful arrests perpetrated by the police. This morning we ask, how can we reduce the threat of violence to sex workers?
Prof Emmanuel Mgqwashu shares his views and thoughts on why our education system ignores rural life. Mgqwashu argues that South Africa’s rural population is more than 19 million people strong. Yet one must live, work and flourish in cities in order to find fulfillment as an educated individual. So, this morning we ask, for which “public” are South Africa’s universities educating the younger generation and for whose “good” are they receiving this education?
The Soul City Institute yesterday released a report that presents a broad overview of the impact of alcohol use and misuse on sexual risks, including HIV/AIDS among women aged 15-24 years in South Africa. This is something many parents and communities have been battling with for years. What according to this report are the main reasons behind this and what sort of solutions can be found?
Parliamentary deputies from Mozambique's ruling Frelimo Party last week urged the Attorney-General's Office to investigate crimes committed by the rebel movement Renamo, and suggested that Renamo could be outlawed as a political party. Just this past Saturday, gunmen allegedly from Renamo are said to have opened fire on a bus in the central province of Manica, killing two people and injuring a further eight. This is not the first incident of this kind and looking at this, is it fair to ask whether Mozambique is sliding slowly back to a civil war without the world noticing?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
2016 ushers in the celebration of twenty years of the South African Constitution. Today we learn more about the #IamConstitution, a national campaign, aimed at promoting the values and benefits of the Constitution among all South Africans. Given the realities facing our country today and seeing the expectations created by the Constitution – what does our Constitution mean to you?
Three-and-a-half million South Africans are said to be suffering from diabetes while many more are said to be undiagnosed. It is estimated that another five million South Africans have pre-diabetes, a condition where insulin resistance causes blood glucose levels to be higher than normal, but not high enough yet to be type 2 diabetes. In response to this Sanofi Diabetes has launched an affordable clone to the market of its current insulin glargine drug. What exactly is the thinking behind this and what difference will it make?
This week the Pan African Parliament’s Fourth Parliament is sitting for plenary sessions focusing on issues pertaining to the continent. Yesterday (Tuesday) one of the subjects the committees were discussing was that of trade, customs and immigration. How can member countries enhance their borders in an effort not to burden each other and enhance trade?
President Jacob Zuma says only dialogue will help end the current political and security crisis in Burundi. Zuma said this while leading an African Union High Level Panel on Burundi aimed at breaking a deadlock on the stalled talks in the conflict ridden country. The panel met representatives from political parties, civil society organisations as well as religious groups in a bid to understand the current crisis and come up with a solution to the country's cycle of violence. What should we read into the outcomes of the meeting?
The Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda) will next month be hosting an incubation conference where they will be highlighting the various programmes they are running to assist the SMME sector. Many of the start-up business owners who call into Morning Talk highlight the struggles they face on a daily basis especially funding. How then do these programmes run by SEDA assist the SMME sector and what can entrepreneurs look forward to at this conference?
Today Joanna discusses ‘Being resilient’ and how to weather the storms during difficult times
We examine the role and place of African languages in our education system, and we also find out why the majority of African states continue to practise linguistic policies that they inherited during the colonial era.
The question on what defines happiness has been with us for decades. Some says it’s money that makes us happy, while others say love and family is what brings happiness. How then do we define happiness?
The South African Black Entrepreneurs Forum has started a three-year programme in partnership with the Gauteng Enterprise Propeller targeting township businesses. The issue of township businesses is one that many experts battle to deal with. Many argue that big business entering the township is not helping the situation. So what new thing is this programme bringing?
Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Planning Monitoring and Evaluation, Buti Manamela has visited the Port of Cape Town to monitor progress on the operation Phakisa oceans economy projects. The programme was launched by President Zuma in July 2014 to maximize the economic potential that the oceans possess by increasing the GDP contribution and increasing employment. What has he found on his visit and when can we feel the benefits?
We debate the appropriateness and feasibility of the proposed National Health Insurance scheme, a system which government says will ensure that everyone has access to appropriate, efficient and quality health services. However, the Free Market Foundation is rejecting it, arguing that given the country’s bleak economic growth forecast and chronic unemployment situation, South Africa simply cannot afford a system of nationalised health-care. What’s your opinion - Does South Africa really need a nationalised healthcare system? To debate this isse, we are joined by the Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi and Mr Jasson Ubarch an Economist with the Free Market Foundation.
Discussing, What is it like to be a white person in South Africa today? Gerhard Papenfus talks about what it means being white in South Africa today and he also shares his views and thoughts on whether white people genuinely have a future in this country.
Lawmakers from Aung San Suu Kyi's National League of Democracy were sworn into Myanmar's parliament last week, with enough seats to choose the country's first democratically elected government since the military took power in 1962. The NLD won some 80 percent of elected seats in November's historic vote, catapulting it to power as Myanmar's ruling party after decades of struggle that saw many of its members imprisoned. However, the junta-drafted constitution means the party will have to share power with the army that for years suppressed, often brutally, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and her allies.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
We are talking to Gary S Eisenberg, Immigration lawyer at Eisenberg de Saude who has written an opinion piece about how the Department of Home Affairs is not granting foreign parents the right to permanently settle in South Africa. He points out that Section 27(g) of the Immigration Act entitles a foreigner the right to permanent residence in the country on the basis of a South African permanent resident or citizen relative within the first step of kinship (including children and parents). He says regardless of this, Home Affairs has decided to withhold that right from foreign parents and their children. What impact is this having on the affected parties?
Private forensic investigator from intelligence bureau, warns motorists not to use high tech devices to block their number plates to dodge speed cameras and e-tolls. According to him, the devices use either a ‘curtain’ or ‘hood’ to cover the number plates – at the flip of a switch.
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has won the Republican Iowa caucus, beating billionaire Donald Trump, while Hillary Clinton claims victory over Bernie Sanders in the Democrat race. It was a close contest with her rival, Senator Bernie Sanders, who declared it a “virtual tie”. Reports from the US say that the race was so close that Democrats flipped coins in some precincts to determine how to award an extra county delegate, a rare but longstanding procedure to break ties. What do these latest developments mean?
Nick Turse shares his thoughts on US military role in Africa. Nick has spent years following the activities on the US military in various parts of the world, particularly Africa. He is particularly seized with the growth of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM) on the continent, and the increasing number of its secret missions here. He points out that in 2014 alone AFRICOM conducted an estimated 674 missions in Africa with a range of state militaries – including South Africa’s.
Prof Tim Noakes discusses the benefits of his latest ‘Eat Better South Africa’ campaign, a community programme where men and women are trained on a budget banting eating plan with the goal of promoting a healthy Banting lifestyle in low-income areas.
Can a woman marry two husbands – what does the customary law say to women who want more than one husband and what modern examples are there of successful plural marriage where one wife has two or more husbands?
Guest: Dr VVO Mkhize, President of Umsamo Institute
On Sunday this week, the Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development Mr Lebogang Maile will launch a Bontle Ke Botho campaign. This is a clean and green campaign that will address issues pertaining to littering, waste management and greening issues. Mr Loyiso Nkwana told us about the objectives of this campaign.
Dr Nomalanga Mkhize explains why she is against “education for the elite”. Mkhize is of the view that elite education in SA leads to the emergence of economic elite with very little social literacy, and who display contempt for the idea of social intelligence.
Mzwakhe Mbuli defends the controversial bursary which provides funding for young women on the condition that they undergo regular virginity testing. He questions the critics’ selective activism, arguing that most of them kept quiet during the tragic Marikana debacle. This morning we ask, when do we speak out and when do we choose to keep quiet?
Last year the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants held an event on Sustainable Development Goals where they spoke about how established businesses have an obligation to align with these goals. The organization goes on to say that many of them have been slow in adapting these goals. What exactly do they mean by this and how practical is it?
To regulate or not to regulate witchcraft continues to be a highly contentious issue in South Africa today. The South African Pagan Council, whose members practice witchcraft as a religion, is against its regulation and argues that only people who kill for body parts or engage in other already illegal activities should be prosecuted under common law. This morning we learn more about Paganism and find out why it is often identified with the so-called "dark side" of the occult.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
We examine the reasoning behind Minister Motsoaledi’s plan to ban smoking in public places. Motsoaledi is of the view that smoking increases diseases and puts the health system under pressure with more patients needing care when they could have prevented it. On the other hand, SALTA is strongly opposed to the move, arguing that businesses in townships struggle to make a living as it is and these proposals are not going to achieve anything positive. Should smoking be banned in public places?
Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba last week announced that there has been a seven percent increase of foreigners entering South Africa over the festive season despite the new strict visa regulations introduced by the department. Some experts say this has resulted in the tourism industry adopting a positive outlook for 2016. How has this made the industry be positive?
Marius Strydom warns that South Africa needs to address the issue of unemployment urgently or risk encountering a populist uprising. He is arguing that South Africa needs a Minister of Employment who will stand or fall based on employment levels. According to him, the Minister of Employment should be empowered to co-ordinate all the resources within the cabinet to address the issue of unemployment. What’s your view – do you agree with him or not? Do we really need a Ministry of Employment to fight unemployment? Let’s have the conversation.
Focus: Horses are said to be a hugely beneficial mechanism used in therapy sessions for individuals with a variety of emotional and mental health issues. This is according to Fiona Bromfield, Trustee at The Equinox Trust, a registered non-governmental organisation that specialises in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP). The Equinox Trust team partnered with one of the psychiatric consultants and the occupational therapists working in the Forensic Unit at Valkenberg Hospital to pilot an EAP project specifically for individuals with mental health problems. What exactly is in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and how does it work?
On our SMME feature this morning we speak to Mark Beets, GM: Business Development at Entelect about his views and insights on methods and processes business should begin to look at as a means of surviving and being successful at disrupting their consumer services and product delivery. Where should they start seeing also that speed and convenience through technology has changed the way business is run traditionally. How can SMME’s and business in general keep up seeing also how quickly technology evolves?
Guest(Studio): Mark Beets, GM: Business Development at Entelect
Solly Moeng warns of possible tax revolt threats. Moeng argues that there is a fast-growing community of disgruntled taxpayers out there who feel betrayed and who are of the view that the social contract has been broken and their trust eroded over time and therefore see no need to continue paying tax. Sandile Memela - Spokesperson at SARS
Guest: Solly Moeng, Brand Reputation Management Adviser and CEO of Strategic Corporate Communications Consultancy DonValley
For years complaints about young people idling have been raised by many communities around the world with no concrete answers. Then there are those who try their best to keep young people busy in their communities. But then looking at the current situation, what are some of the reasons behind young people idling? Are we doing enough individually to help?
Focus: Donald Trump has described his presidential bid a "war," and cited two of his "enemies" -- Hillary Clinton and Jeb Bush. Trump has been making headlines for his controversial statements. Some polls suggest that he could make it as Republican presidential candidate. Just how likely is this and what could he bring to the United State Presidency?
Guest: Dr Dinesh Sharma - Associate Research Professor Institute of Global Cultural Studies SUNY-Binghamton, NY
Focus: In response to Oriel College’s decision to remove Rhodes plaque after a fervent campaign against it. Nigel Biggar, a theology professor at the university argues that Rhodes was prejudiced but not racist and that students seeking to remove his statue were no better than him. Cecil John Rhodes was a student at the college in the 1870s and a plaque dedicated to his legacy has been at the college since 1906.
No one can dispute the fact that struggle songs are a fundamental part of South Africa’s political past and present. To attest to this, it is common knowledge that South Africa produced a number of high profile artists whose songs and poems became anthems for the fight for democracy. This morning we are joined by Dr Neo Lekgotla laga Ramoupi to discuss songs that shaped the liberation struggle. Neo is of the view that freedom songs are songs of protest, love, inspiration and encouragement.
Guest: Neo Lekgotla laga Ramoupi, African historian & senior researcher at the council on higher education
In light of the instrumental role that young people continue to play in building the nation in their respective communities. This morning we discuss the importance of investing in young people and the benefits thereof.
Guests: Faith Tererai (she moved from Zimbabwe to South Africa in 2004)
Anthony Baatjies (a young man who was entangled in a lifestyle of gangsterism while in his teens)
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Are the Khoi-San first people of South Africa - Where do the South African Bantu people originate from, if the Khoi and Sans are the only tribes originally from SA?
Tlholo Mohlathe, Head of the SOMAFCO Trust To select winners for this year’s O.R Tambo Uhuru Africa Initiative. The SOMAFCO Trust developed and designed two new programs namely; The Start Up Legends (Entrepreneurs) and Spot A Legend (Music). Through these sub programs, they selected entrepreneurs and musicians who competed not only to get onto the tour but also for a financial prize. Right now we are joined by Tlholo Mohlathe from the SOMAFCO Trust to announce the winners.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
The House of Representatives in the USA has approved legislation that would make it even more difficult for refugees from Syria and Iraq to enter the United States. Commentators say this is a major rebuke to the Obama administration’s refugee policy. With almost unanimous support from Republicans and 47 Democrats voting in favor, the House approved by 289 votes to 137 the American Security Against Foreign Enemies Act, which would require the secretary of homeland security, the FBI director and the director of national intelligence to each certify that a refugee was not a threat to national security before they were admitted to the United States. Looking at the latest developments, is the US heading the right direction by approving this bill and what does it mean for immigrants in that country?
As Grade 12 learners are writing their final exams, fears are already being raised over their future. According to the Child Gauge 2015 report, released by the Children's Institute at the University of Cape Town, 51% of those aged between 20 and 24 are not employed or studying, while 21% are employed, 16% are still completing school and 12% are studying or training. Surely this is of great concern for the country’s economy and the labour force. But not all is doom and gloom as the private sector is putting their mouth where their money is. One of them is the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, what are they bringing to the table this time?
On Monday this week, Minister of Small Business Development Ms Lindiwe Zulu opened the South African leg of the Global Entrepreneurship Week in Sandton. This morning she joins us to talk about the state of entrepreneurship in this country and also to discuss challenges faced by entrepreneurs in general.
Over the past few weeks parliament’s workers have been protesting and picketing, demanding the settlement of long outstanding issues and grievances. In today’s show we get to the bottom of the workers’ grievances and what is being done to settle them
We learn more about the newly formed union, called the South African Liberated Public Sector Workers Union (SALIPSWU). What purpose will this union serve – are its services needed?
Yesterday, Wits University hosted the Carlos Cardoso Memorial Lecture. The lecture coincides with the 11th Power Reporting Conference which is the largest gathering of African investigative journalists. One of the guest speakers was Tobore Ovurie, a senior Nigerian investigative journalist who went undercover to expose human trafficking. What did she discover during her investigations and also what are some of the challenges faced by investigative journalists especially on the continent?
Tshidiso Mokhoanatse explains why he is opposed to the SABMiller possible take-over deal. His party is demanding that black businesses be included in the whole value chain of SABMiller beverages. He joins us now to discuss this further….
Inspired by the #RhodesMustFall movement of South Africa, Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh who is currently studying at Oxford University in the UK is leading a group that is lobbying Oriel College to remove Cecil John Rhodes statue. They argue that Rhodes statue is an affront to the dignity of those who must walk past it every day. Given what transpired here in relation to the same issue a couple of months ago – is their call genuine? Call us and share your thoughts…….
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
As we marked Children’s Day on Saturday, the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants has called upon companies to help in protecting the rights of children. In years past, the United Nations has been very vocal on the rights of children in the workplace. What is the current situation in South Africa and what role should companies be playing in this?
Newly acquired chicken company, Daybreak has come up with a way to take their business to the township giving entrepreneurs an opportunity to start their own businesses. The chicken business will be run through mobile containers with cold storage facilities. How different is this from what’s already out there?
This week Special Assignment brought to light the vulnerability of children born from inter-marriages between South African and foreign nationals and the extent to which the gaps in the country’s border controls and the criminal-justice system allow children to be abducted, in these cases by their own parents. Just how big is this problem in the country and what are the loopholes and what is the way out for people who find themselves in these situations?
As learners in the country battle with mathematics and science, Investec on the other hand is celebrating 10 years in education development and empowerment. Through Promaths, a leading academic programme for learners in grades 10, 11 and 12, the CSI Bursary Programme was launched when Investec realized that having a good Maths and Science pass in Matric is only one part of a long academic and professional journey. How exactly is this programme helping?
Dr Susanne Klausen shares her experiences about the politics of abortion in South Africa during the Apartheid era. Klausen is of the view that women should never be forced to take dangerous steps to control their fertility, and that women's decisions about whether or not to have children should be respected
Taxi drivers on the roads are usually accused of driving reckless and not adhering to the rules of the road. With government’s proposed demerit system, we could find ourselves with no drivers at all. How do they interpret Aarto and will government be making any special amendments for the taxi industry?
We are coming to you live from the Birchwood hotel in Boksburg where the Road Traffic Infringement Agency is holding a round table discussion on the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act, otherwise known as AARTO. What exactly do we understand about this act and how is it meant to improve the situation on our roads?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
A range of activities and events are being organized throughout the year to mark the UN’s 70th anniversary. This morning we are joined by Maureen Nkandu to tell us more about the upcoming events and also to discuss the work of the organisation, its challenges and achievements since it was founded 70 years ago.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
By the 1990’s most industries and companies resorted to mass retrenchments, labour brokering and casual and contract employment to improve their competitiveness and profits. This has had a devastating effect on workers’ livelihoods and living standards. But how has this impacted on the workers themselves in terms of their income, labour rights and organisation?
In today’s feature with the Department of Science and Technology we turn our focus on the world of Paleosciences. The Paleosciences are the scientific disciplines that tell us the story of life on Earth, including the story of humankind. Why is it important for us to know and understand it?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
About six months ago, the Gauteng Khoi and San Council handed over a memorandum to the Gauteng premier, demanding to be treated with dignity, saying they wanted their identity to be returned. This morning we learn more about the plight, identity and heritage of the Khoi-San communities
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
SMME feature this morning we talk to one of the winners of the Sanlam/Business Partners Entrepreneur of the year. What does this award mean for them and what are some of the challenges they faced while starting the business?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Focus: Professor Thumbi Ndungu joins us this morning to explain how HIV affects the rate of disease progression in individuals and how in general epidemics spread and change over time.
Professor Thumbi Ndungu is an nvestigator at the KwaZulu-Natal Research Institute for Tuberculosis and HIV - Victor Daitz Chair in HIV/TB Research at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa’s extreme poverty and inequality is well documented. A toxic mix of high unemployment and low wages for the majority of workers perpetuates this problem. Last year important discussions were held about the need for a minimum wage across all sectors. In today’s show we discuss and explore issues around the implementation of the living wage.
Chairperson of the CRL Commission, Thoko Mkhwanazi Xaluva, discusses the commission's plans to investigate church leaders who use dangerous practices that endanger the lives of congregants. The investigation follows a Soshanguve pastor who fed congregants, snakes, hair and other objects.
We turn our focus now on Naturopathic medicine. The practice includes modern and traditional, scientific, and empirical methods. Just how much do we understand about the value of this practice in the country?
Guest: Dr. Faryal Luhar - A licensed Naturopathic Doctor who has been practicing for 11 years.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Women’s Month for what? That’s the question being asked by Michelle Festus, Women’s Rights Coordinator at ActionAid South Africa, who is of the view that Both Women’s Day and Women’s Month have been depoliticised and have lost their value in recognising the struggles of women in our country. How true is this assertion?
This morning we delve into the problem of over drinking and ask – why do we drink and abuse alcohol, what needs to be done to end South Africa’s status as a nation of heavy drinkers? Research suggests that South Africa has the worst drinking habits in the world. The level of alcohol consumed amounts to each citizen drinking between ten and 12.4 litres of pure alcohol a year. Worldwide consumption is, on average, 6.2 litres. So what is wrong with us?
This morning we delve into the problem of over drinking and ask – why do we drink and abuse alcohol, what needs to be done to end South Africa’s status as a nation of heavy drinkers? Research suggests that South Africa has the worst drinking habits in the world. The level of alcohol consumed amounts to each citizen drinking between ten and 12.4 litres of pure alcohol a year. Worldwide consumption is, on average, 6.2 litres. So what is wrong with us?
As part of observing the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples which was officially commemorated last week Sunday (9 August). This morning we assess the plight and economic standing of indigenous people of South Africa, asking - what do we need to do to advance and elevate indigenous people’s economic and social development in this country
In today’s show we look at the situation of workers in the Middle East, with a particular focus on Egypt, Tunisia and Palestine – asking, what does the future look like for workers in these countries? Joining us to discuss this we have: Rahma Refaat, Lawyer and Programs’ Co-ordinator, CTUWS (Centre for Trade Unions and Workers’ Services) and Ebrahim Deen, Researcher at Afro-Middle East Centre (AMEC).
Nompumelelo Motlafi, lecturer in the Department of Political Sciences at UNISA explains why she thinks Black women in South Africa don’t fully embrace the feminist discourse. She is of the view that in the current democratic era, black women’s negotiations of human rights continue to be a delicate balancing act.
As we are in Women’s Month, we turn our focus now on women entrepreneurs. How are we doing 21 years into our democracy when it comes to women in business, what are the main challenges and how do women themselves turn the situation around? We spoke to Andrea Rademayer – CEO and founder of Ask Africa for her take on the subject.
Elijah Mhlanga talks about new methods aimed at reducing and preventing violence in schools. The department of basic education is in the process of reviewing and amending the regulations for safety measures at public schools. How effective are those measures and why does violence occur? Elijah Mhlanga Spokesperson, Department of Basic Education spoke to us on the subject.
US president Barack Obama’s visit to Nairobi last week was mainly viewed as the return of a long-lost son by Kenyans with all the elements of a family reunion. With very little time left in his presidency. This morning we ask, has Obama achieved anything significant by visiting Kenya and what does it mean for him and his global legacy?
US president Barack Obama’s visit to Nairobi last week was mainly viewed as the return of a long-lost son by Kenyans with all the elements of a family reunion. With very little time left in his presidency. This morning we ask, has Obama achieved anything significant by visiting Kenya and what does it mean for him and his global legacy?
Following numerous debates about what languages should be taught and dominate at African schools. This morning we are joined by Professor Ernst Frederick Kotzé who argues that a fundamental question is being ignored in these debates; he is urging us to ask ourselves - what is the purpose of teaching and learning languages in the first place?
As we are approaching the end of the Nelson Mandela Month. This morning we talk about the legacy of the late Ethiopian Emperor - Haile Selassie, whose influence as an African leader went beyond the boundaries of his country. In 1962, Madiba secretly travelled to Ethiopia for military, political and spiritual training. Haile Selassie’s Ethiopian army, on the orders of Haile Selassie himself first trained and armed Nelson Mandela in his struggle against apartheid South Africa.
Over the years even recently, many companies found themselves being portrayed in a negative light on social media. With the advancement of technology the public now use social media to air their frustration. Surely this has a potential to destroy a company forever. But not all is lost as experts recommend something called reputation management. What is it exactly and how can companies maintain and keep afloat a good reputation amongst its stakeholders?
His excellency, the President of the Republic of South Africa and first citizen Jacob Zuma, calls in to congratulate SAfm for dealing with issues of nation building.
US President Barack Obama is in Kenya today (Friday) with a mission to strengthen U.S. security and economic ties. His personal connection to his father's birthplace is said to dominate a trip that Kenyans view as a native son returning home. Kenya is a critical Western ally in the battle against the Somali Islamist group al Shabaab, The expectation is that Obama is likely to focus talks in Nairobi on security cooperation. Just what is the significance of the trip?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Many people find themselves battling to get housing finance with banks saying one does not make enough money to qualify for a loan and government on the other hand saying you earn too much for low cost housing. Well what then is the solution to this problem?
Kgoshi Setlamorago Thobejane explains why traditional leaders are calling for the suspension of the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act. The Act allows municipalities to establish a tribunal to decide on applications for land use and development.
In July South Africa celebrates Madibas’s legacy, but what most people often forget is that July is also Social Cohesion Month. This morning we tackle the subject of Social Cohesion and ask what needs to be done to move South Africa forward?
To discuss this topic we are joined by Dr Ouma Oyoo who is of the view that science should be taught in only one language, and that language is English. He argues that South Africa’s policies promote multilingualism but its schools are battling with a lack of African language teachers and many teachers are not multilingual. Are we just chasing a phantom dream here?
To discuss this topic we are joined by Dr Ouma Oyoo who is of the view that science should be taught in only one language, and that language is English. He argues that South Africa’s policies promote multilingualism but its schools are battling with a lack of African language teachers and many teachers are not multilingual. Are we just chasing a phantom dream here? Give us a call and share your thoughts with us…
With so much negativity going around, we turn our focus to one of our institutions that is flying the South African flag high. The National Health Laboratory Service has been awarded an international award in ‘European Quality’ in the healthcare sphere category. The award is in recognition of the safe and effective treatment methods and quality services in accordance to the European standards. What does this mean for the institution?
Today on our SMME feature we take a look at why some people make it in business and why others fail. Many would advise that one should never give up and just keep trying, but the reality is that being self-employed is not an easy thing. What is the most practical advice then for aspiring entrepreneurs and what are the most important lessons to learn?
Issues of unemployment remain high on the country’s agenda as many complain that they can’t find jobs. The question then arises over the application process. What is it that people are putting on their CV’s that should not be there and do we really understand what a proper application is?
We learn more about the Humana Youth Development Project which is aimed at developing and producing young entrepreneurs. The project started in August last year and it is making strides in terms of changing the lives of South African Youth. To tell us more about the objectives of the project, we are joined by Tonderai Chikono, Senior Partnership Manager at Humana People to People NPO
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Christopher Rutledge questions South Africa’s moral fibre when dealing with issues pertaining to social well-being and fundamental human rights of citizens. He argues that much has been said about the decline of moral leadership in government, but few have dared to divert their gaze to the lack of ethical and moral integrity of the business world. How ethical is South Africa’s business world?
The issue of Africa being portrayed in a negative image has been raised for decades with complaints that western media focuses more on wars, famine and so on. Media Tenor has conducted a 12 month analysis on how Africa has been reported on in global TV coverage. Just what has it revealed and what were the results?
As West Africa celebrates winning the fight against the deadly Ebola through a united international effort, we take this opportunity now to acknowledge the South African team’s contribution. Just what was it like being part of the operation and what assistance did South Africans give to the affected countries?
According to the United States Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results (SEER) program, the survival rate of patients diagnosed with prostate, malignant melanoma, bowel, female breast, non-Hodgkin lymphoma and leukaemia cancers, has improved about 40% over the last 40 years. What are some of the reasons behind this and what is the situation in South Africa...
Pancras Malani (from Burundi) conducted several interviews with Rwandan refugees in Cape Town between 2011 and 2014. He did this, simply to determine their degree of integration into local communities. Some of them have been in South Africa since 1994 while others have continuously been trickling in till today. According to him, most of them encounter some challenges of legal, economic, social and cultural nature but their biggest challenge is South Africa’s refugee policy (they argue that it makes their livelihoods very difficult). He joins us now to talk about the plight of refugees in South Africa.
Post Africa Day we ask, why is it that African languages do not have pride of place at the continent’s institutions? We hear from Prof Kaschula who argues that the answer lies in our collective history: colonialism made us look down on everything that is African. This includes our languages, cultures and religions.
On the 1st of May this year, we hosted truck drivers on the programme to talk about some of the challenges they are facing on the road. Many of them called in and spoke about issues of salaries, allowances, having to pay for goods that get stolen from their truck and how employers deduct their salaries without even talking to them first. We then approached the Department of Labour to find out how they deal with issues pertaining to truck drivers....
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Ronald Lamola breaks his silence on the state of the ANC Youth League and its dwindling support
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has raised his concerns about young people and their sexual health.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Focus: This morning we begin our programme by tackling various issues related to the decolonisation of knowledge, power and identity as well as race and racial domination. Our discussion is inspired by UNISA’s Summer School which has invited a group of academics known as the Africa Decolonial Network. The group will gather for two weeks to engage in intellectual discussion on the state of knowledge and knowledge generation with a view to demonstrate the relationship between knowledge, power and being. Guest: - Siphamandla Zondi Director | Institute for Global Dialogue
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Focus: Often when we do the Open Line on Wednesdays, my producers are accused of giving special treatment to regular callers who for some strange reason always manage to get through. The truth is that we don’t know how they do it and the other question asked is whether their contribution is valuable at all? What are your views on them – give us a call and share your thoughts with us….
Focus: This year saw an increase of an additional 396 learners that wrote the IEB examination, compared with 2013. The IEB pass rate is usually around 98% to 99% (the board’s chief executive Anne Oberholzer earlier predicted a pass rate of more than 98% for this year).
Guest: Anne Oberholzer, CEO of IEB
Focus: Understanding the practice of ukuhlolwa kwezintombi (virginity testing) and its relevance. Critics of the practice usually argue that it amounts to a violation of the right to privacy and control over one’s body. Today we ask, how important is this ancient practice and why must it be preserved and promoted?
Guest: Nomagugu Ngobese, Director of Nomkhubulwane Cultural Institute
Focus: As many people continue to lose their lives on our roads, this morning we chat to Qhuzulini Sithole who is of the view that South Africa needs to perform cleansing ceremonies at various intersections countrywide in order to prevent road fatalities from recurring.
Guest: Qhuzulini Sithole - Director and Chairman of the African Cultural Heritage Trust
Dr. Frene Ginwala, the first Speaker of the National Assembly in our democratic Parliament, shares her thoughts on former President Nelson Mandela
Focus: “Trevor Ndobela shares his views and thoughts on the need for transformation within the informal retail space”.
Guest (studio): Trevor Ndobela, MD for Quarphix
Focus: It is common knowledge that post investigation and evidence gathering process, the NPA has the responsibility of deciding whether the police have adequately investigated the case and presented enough evidence for the case to be heard to a court. Recent events have, however, exposed some loopholes in terms of how these two organisations function and execute their tasks – thanks to high profile cases that have unmasked these deficiencies. In light of recent developments that have tested the strength and fluidity of our criminal justice system, this morning we ask – How intact is the relationship between these two organisations; are the police doing their jobs properly and what about the NPA – what informs them to prosecute?
Guests (PTA Studio): Adv Nathi Mncube, NPA National Spokesperson
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Cedric de la Harpe - Social Cohesion and Socio skills activist. Mike Muendane - Social Commentator
Focus: Does building a security state undermine democracy: our discussion this morning focuses on the idea that peoples need for security often results in a loss of democratic rights and freedoms, at times to the benefit of power and elites.
Guest (studio): Professor William Gumede, Executive Chairperson of Democracy Works
Focus: About two weeks ago, the Freedom Front Plus approached the UN and urged them to look into what they term “the deliberate actions taken by the South African government to dilute and eventually eradicate Afrikaans-language mother-tongue education for Afrikaans speakers in South Africa since 1994”. It didn’t end there - they also implored the UN General Secretary to initiate a full investigation, in order to pressurize the SA government to afford equal educational opportunities for all its peoples in their mother tongue. This morning we are joined by Andre Fourie who made these submissions to the UN HRC Forum on Minority Issues and he will give us clarity on numerous other issues they raised. Guest (studio CTN): Andre Fourie, Chairperson of FF Plus’s Foreign Affairs Committee
Focus: Is Madiba’s legacy a hard act to follow: Why is it difficult for our young democracy to implement his vision and ideals?
Guest: Dr. Ebrahim Harvey, Political writer & commentator (he is currently writing a chapter on Madiba’s new book which will be released next year)
Gloria Serobe - CEO of Wiphold. Mustaq Brey - CEO of Brimstone. Takalani Tambani - Chief Director for BEE at DTI
Marzenna Almendro, Play attention therapist, Psychologist at Anxiety and Trauma Clinic hanan@atclinic.co.za 011 883 4552
UNISA’s institute for Dispute Resolution in Africa recently held a two day conference – San Dispute Resolution Conference -premised on the idea that indigenous knowledge systems can be creatively and innovatively applied to current modern conflicts and challenges; devising African solutions for African problems especially at a local communal level. But why is there a need to find localised solutions to conflicts in African communities, specifically at a communal level and can indigenous knowledge systems be applied and localised to address problems at municipal level? We find out from our guest.
Guest (Pta studio): Dr Andreas Velthuizen, from the Institute for Alternative Dispute Resolution in Africa - Unisa
Education is said to be the key for the future, but for many developing countries access is still a major problem. Some would blame economics while others blame the political will as a contributing factor. How does a proper education become reality for people at all levels?
Guest: Sir Michael Barber - Chief Education Advisor to the British government and a highly respected Global Educationist
Riaan Jonck, CEO of Pearson South Africa
It’s a known fact that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights – why then are extreme poverty and global inequality still with us?
Guests: Dr, Pastor Khathide, Lecturer at the Auckland Park Theological seminary
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
On Friday this week,Zimbabwe’s leading daily business newspaper The Herald Business will host a business breakfast in Sandton, which will be held under the theme “Investing in Zimbabwe – opportunities for South African businesses and Zimbabweans in the Diaspora”.The meeting aims to boost support from South African businesses and Zimbabweans who live abroad to explore investment opportunities in Zimbabwe.
As bodies of the people who died in the Nigerian church disaster arrived in the country over the weekend, questions are being asked as to how the families will be performing their rituals according to African culture? Does it matter though seeing that the victims were Christian? Or then how can Africanism and Christianity meet?
Guest: Rev Mautji Pataki – Minister in the United Presbeytarian Church of Southern Africa
Investor eyes are focusing on Mozambique as the country is said to be emerging as one of Africa’s leading frontier economies. With the discovery of untapped offshore oil and gas reserves and coal assets, what does this mean for Mozambique and South Africa?
Guest: Claude Illy – Oil and Gas M&A Advisory, sub-Saharan Africa, Corporate Finance Advisory, Deloitte & Touche
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Mlibo Qhoboshiane – MEC for Rural Development and Agrarian Reform and Chair of Cabinet Committee on Economic Transformation and Infrastructure
We continue our series of looking into the different ethnic groups that make up this rainbow nation called South Africa. This morning we learn more about the history of Amandebele. Who are they and what are their origins?
Peter Mahlangu – Executive Producer Language and Culture at Ikwekwezi FM
How relevant/effective is this campaign and how does it assist our country in dealing with its social problems? The campaign started in 2000 and has been instrumental in establishing the National Credit Act and the National Credit Regulator.
Dr Blade Nzimande, General Secretary of the South African Communist Party
Last week Friday we did a broadcast from the Kgosi Mapuru Prison in Pretoria and while we were discussing issues pertaining to the prison, several calls came through speaking about Kgosi Mampuru and who he was. This prompted us to then dwell into a discussion on the Bapedi people and who they are and also find out more about Kgosi Mampuru and the other Bapedi chiefs and kings.
Guest: Kgosi Setlamorago Thobejane – President of the Congress of Traditional Leaders of South Africa
As some world leaders still decide whether to take part in the USA’s call for support in their campaign against the Islamic State grouping or ISIS as they have become known, British Prime Minister David Cameron has warned that the military action could last for "years" as he urged lawmakers to back the initiative. This morning we try to get to the bottom of this and look at whether this is the solution in dealing with the crisis and what the possible outcomes may be?
Omar Shokart – Research Fellow at the Afro-Middle East Centre
Brooks Spector – Associate Editor at the Daily Maverick
As we continue our focus on Heritage Month with our series where we get to understand the different ethnic groups that make up the South African nation, we turn our attention now to the VaTsonga people. Who are they and how far can we trace their history?
Mgwambane Baloyi – Tsonga Cultural Activist. Risimati Mathonsi – Tsonga Historian and Journalist
We look at the extension of bargaining council agreements. Over the past several years there have been objections to this practice by certain employers, particularly small businesses who view it as unfair and harmful to them.
Trenton Elsley, Director at Labour Research Service.
Leon Louw, Executive Director at the Free Market Foundation
The 8th Annual Hotel Investment Conference Africa is taking place from the 14-16 September 2014 at the Maslow Hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
As we continue to celebrate Heritage Month, this morning we are joined by Mfuniselwa Bhengu to dissect the history of the Zulu nation and how King Shaka welded the Zulus together into a formidable Zulu kingdom in the whole of Africa.
Mfuniselwa J Bhengu, Author of the book ‘Amazulu: Ancient Egyptian Origin’
Guest (studio): Eric Manchidi – President of the South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions.
The South African construction industry has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. Not so long seven construction workers died when the side of a mansion collapsed on them near Alberton last month. Last year saw the collapse of the Tongaat mall during construction. Surely this is not good for the industry. But the South African Council for Project and Construction Management Professions ahs appointed a new president and we chat to him this morning to find out what his plans are to change the industry’s picture around
We look closely at the Aurora case of possibly BEE gone wrong in the mining industry and more importantly, we find out why the workers remain in the situation that they are in. Guest: David Van Wyk, Lead Researcher at Bench Marks Foundation Guest: Paul Pelembe: NUM Acting Branch Secretary Guest: Solly Phetoe: COSATU Provincial Secretary, North West Province
As the Ebola crisis continues to further plunge affected countries in West Africa into a crisis, questions are being asked about the economic impact this is causing. Questions are also being asked as to why the African leaders seem not to unite in dealing with the situation? Why are they still depending again on western countries to come up with solutions? What happened to African solutions for African problems and what lessons can be learnt from this?
The President of the South African Hindu Maha Sabha who is of the view that there is an increasing number of racial attacks against South Africans of Indian descent in recent years.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Coloured people in South Africa make up around 10% of the population and have a very strong cultural identity – but how much do we know about them - Do we really understand what defines their cultural heritage and what it means to be coloured in South Africa? Does the coloured community even accept the term “coloured”?
Rev Michael Weeder, Dean of St. George's Cathedral, Cape Town
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
ANC veteran Professor Ben Turok discusses his new book With My Head Above the Parapet: An Insider Account of the ANC in Power,
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Transformation dialogue - How can we jointly create an environment where small businesses can thrive?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Brian Watson – An Executive at Genesis Medical Scheme and Dr Jonathan Broomberg – CEO of Discovery Health
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Admitting you are wrong – is it a difficult thing to do and how do you get your life on track afterwards”
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Admitting you are wrong- is it a difficult thing to do and how do you get your life on Tract afterwards.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Interview with Tyler Hamilton - cyclist who admitted to doping after being a gold medal winner at the Sydney Olympics and previous US Postal Services team member during the Lance Armstrong heyday.
Following last week’s interview with the ANC Youth League’s Limpopo Provincial Task Team on issues pertaining to the state of the province, many questions remained un- answered.
Understanding what communication means in a relationship - Do couples actually understand what is meant by communication?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Zimbabweans are voting on Wednesday- what do you want to happen? What do you think will happen?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Ashraf Garda speaks to Helen Zille and asks the question: What are the sucesses and failings of the DA?
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.
Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.