The Weekend Explosion: Recent Episodes

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The Weekend Explosion starts off with my song choice which I call  “My Dhamaka Choice”. Thereafter it goes into requests from listener’s.  There is a 30min non-stop local medley at 10:30am on both Saturday and Sunday.  It features 6 local songs. Listener’s are given the opportunity to send out their messages to loved/dear ones at 11:30am.

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Sahasrad Maharaj.

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Zee Zonke stars.

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Dj Shayzo.

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Mary Magdalene Soobramoney.

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Itumeleg Segona.

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Lihlithemba Ndlovu .

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Busi Chaane.

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Sushmitha Budhayee.

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Justin Barry.

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Ziyaad Hajaree.

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Ericco Govender.

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Menzi Mhlongo - Digify Africa.

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Percussionist Parusha Naidoo

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Career expo.

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Nevonia Moodley .

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Miss. Merylene Chitharai.

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Mr. Thesigan Moodley.

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Miranda Mimi Lephoko

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Kri-Stash.

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Dr. Dorothy Russel.

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ABH Homes.

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Clarisse Machanguana.

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Entrepreneur Kyle Meadows.

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Getting to know local youth rock bank Midnight Avenue.

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Boxing coach Jhon Marigadu.

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Mthokozisi Danny Khumalo

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Digital application creator Mr. Pundit Forka.

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Getting to know local artist Mr. Justin Zulu

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Getting to know IEBs top matric achiever, singer and song writer Nqubeko Moses Xaba.

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Wellness counsellor Yajna Aheer on redefining self worth.

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Disability rights advocate Estorina Bitsoana.

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Teaching our kids mindful habits of water conservation with Dr. Jennifer Molwantwa.

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Catching up with local artist Darrien Luke on his hot new single "WOZA".

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On Venture Bus, Mmangaliso Mpungose joins Lotus FM to share budget-friendly ways to explore Durban. She chats about local hidden gems, affordable food spots, eco-conscious travel tips, and why discovering our own country this summer is both meaningful and fun.

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As the festive season unfolds, Youth Kit focuses on youth behaviour, impulsive decision-making, and staying safe during the holidays. Psychologist Dr Guru Kistnasamy shares practical insights for young people and parents, offering guidance on awareness, emotional connection, and navigating busy festive spaces responsibly.

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Disability rights with Mr. Craig Loubser.

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Disability rights and information on the causes and signs of hearing impairments in kids with Erica du Toit.

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A former addict’s recovery straight into a social media sensation Mr. Nathaniel Singh.

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Getting to know South African born Bollywood dancer Mr. Thashil Tuckooriah on spinning to global success.

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Getting to know sensational kids author of Neo’s Invisible Blanket - Salamina Mosese.

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Setting sail on the Truro with your captain Mr. Kiru Naidoo as we land on the history of Indian Indenture.

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Multi-faceted Kireshen Chetty sows culture into the human fabric.

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Getting to know local artists brother and sister duo Owen and Sadie Tagat.

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Understanding gender and disability policy with Dr. Lindokuhle Ngcobo.

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Getting to know local artist Miss. Payal Sewparsad.

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Fostering strong, interconnected sustainable gaming for our youth with Project Coordinator Mr. Vulane Mthembu.

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Understanding the challenges of Cerebral Palsy with Mr. Joshua Kelley Chetty.

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Exploring the effective use of social media through digital marketing with content creator Mr. Llewellyn Nel.

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Highlighting the authentic beauty of Southern India with travel expert Shiksha Maharaj.

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Getting to know father and daughter duo DJ Butler and 15 year old Neha Ramthal.

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Understanding Admission Point Score (APS) to optimise university eligibility with Mr Darren Purdon.

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Exploring South Africa's skill set through travel with intrepid traveller and award winning CEO Jennifer Reddy!

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Generation-Z redefining the home owners landscape with Property finance consultant Mr. Eveshan Venkatasami.

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Getting to know local artist Miss. Keyuri Ramlutch.

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Exotic destination weddings with entrepreneur and Mrs. South Africa 1st Princess 2024 Noeline Rajbally.

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The power of womanhood in communities! Getting to know mother and daughter duo Zuziwe and Khanyisile Ndlela.

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Professor Rowena Naidoo promotes physical activity and sport in children with disabilities.

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Conquering mountains with outdoor exploration advocate Rani Reddy!

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Getting to know local multi-talented artist Mr. Shamit Foolchand.

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Getting to know civil engineer with multiple disabilities soaring against all odds! Carrina Moodley

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Fiona Tabraham creates youth employment through "Experience Lab" technology.

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Understanding the day in the life of visually impaired Sanjay Bhimjee.

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Getting to know homegrown South African homegrown singing sensation Aphelele Kufeziwe Luthuli.

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Breaking out of her shell for the very first time! Hiking with home executive Shehnaaz Shaik.

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Join us on The Weekend Explosion as host Rivash Soni Davnarayan dives into the magical world of dance with rising star Urisha Padayachee for Youth Month — the TikTok sensation known for her belly‑dance flair, viral trend challenges, and vibrant routines. With 4,100+ followers and over 107 K likes, Urisha is turning everyday moments into dance moments.

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Getting to know the art behind the art business with entrepreneur Miss. Kamisha Kissoonlal!

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Getting to know artistic 21 year old Samora Peter on becoming an online job creator!

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Adventuring Africa on the ultimate Road Trip food ideas with food Vlogger Melisha David.

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Getting to know local devotional artist Mr. Preven Moodley.

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2024 Lotus FM’s WOSA Winner –Disability on her plans this Mother’s Day with a message of motherhood against all odds! Asheena Govender.

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Author Kelly Kaschula on Bravery, Imagination, and the Future #Kid’sLiteracyForTheFuture.

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Understanding Journaling as a personal development tool with clinical psychologist Dr. Kirschnee Naidoo.

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Travelling to Mauritius with media personality and medical bio-chemist Miss. Ashmika Foolchand.

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Getting to know South Africa's most loved TV presenter Mr. Denver Naicker.

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Getting to know blind Disability Rights Advocate and Accessibility Specialist Dr. Ashley Subbiah.

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To know socialpreneur Mr. Darius Nayin with top Side Hustle tips!

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Getting to know media personality and understanding the evolution of Mr. Sashin Kandhai.

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Unlocking the innovative power of imagination and creativity in kids with author Jesse Drayton.

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Getting to know upcoming music sensation Aryik Pawan Bhundoo.

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Exploring the ambitions of social media influencer and upcoming guitarist – 19 year old Mr. Danté Marc Pillay.

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Exploring the social aid available for the admission of uncontrollable addicts into rehabilitation with Prosecutor Gayle Greyling.

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Mountaineering through life, breaking all stereotypes with adventure junkie Molly Govender.

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Exclusive insights into SABC 1’s new TV show The Chair with Kgaugelo Mokholwane.

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Creating systemic change through the arts for people with disabilities with Christelle Dreyer.

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Getting to know sports enthusiast content creator Mr. Wade Gounden.

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Jet setting in 1st class with Bollywood actress Tarina Patel.

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When life bursts at the seams, Stitch up with a free sewing class with mindful and social benefits by the Divine Life Society -Prof. Poobhalan Pillay.

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Adventuring South Africa’s rich heritage with travel vlogger Mr. Lakshan Lala AKA Lucky Looks!

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Perfecting the art and writing her way to 1st prize wins with 12 Year old Uraishna Sevusunker.

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Enhancing life’s satisfaction with a Mosaic Art hobby with artist Mr. John Baijnath.

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Getting to know Youth Implantologist Dr. Akash Bhandari from India #DreamsDoComeTrue.

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Understanding the vulnerability and ill effects of online gambling to your mental health with Zakkiya Suleman.

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Commemorating National Gardens Week South Africa with some exciting news for you with Nontsikelelo Mpulo.

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Speaking Out on the fundamental benefits of Drama for kids with educator/ actor and media personality Mr. Warrick Frank.

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Getting to know local artist Mr. Pawan Bhundoo on his spiritual aspects of his music.

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Fostering an inclusive society #TalkSign Campaign 2025 with Mrs. Nayantra Kanaye.

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Exploring work and study alternatives for underprivileged high school graduates with Career Coach Nontobeko Mngadi.

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Rivash Soni Davnarayan chats to actress Mariam Bassa on living a life of fulfilment.

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A tour through Pietermaritzburg’s Old Prison Commissioned in 1862 with Mr. Jabu Mnculwane.

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A useful help guide on the importance of Youth Based Support Groups with Dr. Nershada Harkhu.

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[Podcast]#ICYMI - Dr. Ria Love on Brain Based Techniques with practical tips on the effective management of Information Overload!

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Reaching for stars against Ulcerative Colitis in a resilient story with artist Mr. Santonio Brian Govender.

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The Risks, Anatomy and ill effects of a Cigarette and Smoking With Dr. Devarshni Reddy #HealthyLifestyleAwarenessMonth.

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Details on Durban Beachfronts new refurbishment plans for revival and re-development with Mel Ntombela.

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Getting to know a youngster with an old soul! Local Artist Mr. Akil Ramsurran.

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Getting to know Local Artist Mr. Edward Reddy.

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Exercising Talent for the Purpose Of Social and Community Responsibility with Writer, Singer and Humanitarian Nikita Harris AKA Demonique.

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Getting to know Paraplegic Mr. Vijayan Chetty in a story of renewed hope for 2025.

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Sensei Devan Pillay encourages youth to pursue Karate FREE of charge while learning the development of the art though its mental and moral aspect target!

Also, with this kindly take note that podcasts for last week Saturday and Sunday has not yet been published. The request has been sent through to Selina and Trishen. Perhaps check in with them on the progress/ status of that.

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Getting to know Sports Nutritionist, Refugee and Rapper Benjiman Major in a conversation of Focus and Concentration.

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Jumping into 2025 as we explore the thrill of Sky Diving with Chief Instructor Vernon Kloppers!

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Making New and Re-Evaluating Friendships in 2025 with Youth Counsellor Sasha Talia Pather.

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The Psychology and Solution to Clutter and Hoarding with Life Coach Urisha Deochand.

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Getting to know Content Creator and Social Media Influencer Mandisa Ndlovu.

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A day in the life of 100% blind individual Mr. Deen Pillay.

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Getting to know Actor Mr. Rushil Juglall on life, work and mission for the future!

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Wellbeing for the Next Generation! Discussing Kids Yoga with yogi Eshara Ramphal.

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December fervour at Umhlanga’s Summer Festival! The itinerary you need to know!with Jeannie Sarno.

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Dr. Guru Kistnasamy encourages youth towards responsible behavior this holiday season!

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Getting to know Local Artist/Performer Mr. Kovesh Nadasen.

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Jetsetter Dr. Shamin Maharaj shares her Festive Travel Thrills!

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Getting to know the business of Artist and casting management with youth entrepreneur Xola Sibisi.

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Getting to know Media Production Entrepreneur 20 year old Mr. Jordan Titus Israel.

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Positioning South Africa’s transformation in Renewable Energywith Mr. Tabi Tabe.

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What to expect from Durban ahead of the Summer Holidays! with Mr. Thabang Mofokeng – Deputy chairperson Durban Community Tourism Association.

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Your ultimate guide to Eco-Friendly Gardening with Paula Osborn.

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Crossing borders and connecting Africa with the Traveller, Author Thebe Ikalafeng.

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Getting to know Pastor Ronnie Naidoo in honor of Lotus FM's unsung heroes 30/30 Campaign.

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Self-taught engineer Mr. Manaswe Madibane remodels toy cars using waste material in a story of unwavering talent.

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Getting to know local unsung hero Mr. Sathie Gounden in LotusFM's 30/30 Campaign

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Reliving the golden nuggets of South Africa through the eyes of TV Presenter Mr. Chidi Edeh

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Getting to know local South African musician Shaveer Veshankumar Ramharak

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Bridging the literacy gap: Parental roles in fostering a love of reading with Kassandra Strydom.

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Getting to know local unsung hero Mr. Pradeep Boodoo as South Africa celebrates 30 years of democracy

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Embarking on an excursion through Pietermaritzburg’s history with Msunduzi Tourism Manager Gugu Mvelase

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Theology Student Abigail Pillay on becoming a Job Creator rather than a job seeker!

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Safety and efficiency in launch control with Motoring Journalist Mr. Ravi R. In commemoration of Transport Month

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Triple amputee Mr. Tumelo Khoza on surviving a near death train accident through a miraculous story!

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Getting to know local artists Mr&Mr Kayurin and Thirushan Govender.

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Commemorating Mental Health Month for rural youth in townships through the "Shine Your Light" campaign with mental health advocate and community builder Koekie Ndebele.

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Commemorating World Teachers Day with a hint of diversity with youth educator Salina Nicole Marimuthu.

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Digesting the benefits of a vegetarian diet in commemoration of World Vegetarian Day with Registered Dietitian Verisha Rugbur

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Traversing and enlivening Senior Citizen travel with travel expert Valerie De Bruyn

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Celebrating Durban's newly declared world heritage site - Ohlange with Mr. Mel Bongani Ntombela

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Commemorating World Deaf Day with Sign Language Interpreter Miss. Perunah Sandrine Pillay

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The remarkable disability story of Asheena Singh

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Understanding Attention Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with educator and ADHD advocate Mr. Luvalan Pillay.

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Enjoying Samoosa’s as heritage food with local entrepreneur Reena Govindasamy and it's opportunity for for a business start-up!

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Exploring our rich Heritage in an excursion through the city of Gold - Johannesburg! With Mr. Barba Gaoganediwe

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Pro-Actively bridging the Skills Gap for our South African youth with marketing and student recruitment head Atelisha Harilal

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Supporting children’s language development through empowerment in observation of World Literacy Day with the lovely Ingrid Robertson

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A first time traveller’s guide to India with travel expert Shiksha Maharaj

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Understanding the impact of divorce in children with forensic social worker Kubesh Reddy.

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Getting to know South African singing star Mr. Virosh Harideo

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On a mission to trail ancestry through pilgrimage with Kajal Hariparsad Maharaj

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Rocking her dance school while rolling out young female empowerment in an interview as hot as salsa! Miss. Mishka Naidoo!

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Medical wound care specialist Lorraine Mahmood as she heals the hearts of broken hearted women in an encouraging women’s month interview of new hope

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Getting to know award winning artist and literacy mastermind Uraishna Sevusunker.

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A real life psychological insight into orphan children with orphan and orphan advocate Rashika Reddy

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Finding freedom, open-air and adventure out at sea while Rivash Soni Davnarayan chats to cruise ship agent Sherri-Lee Jacob!

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Rivash Soni Davnarayan caught up with SABC3's Sadhna TV presenter Allisha Gayapersad Chetty on Life, Ambition and aiming for the stars!

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Understanding Aromatherapy and essential oils with Aromatherapist Rehana Lal Birijbal

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Ensuring that no women is left without a basic need 3 countries at a time! With community activist Raia pillay

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Rivash Soni Davnarayan caught up with South African Singer, Songwriter, rapper and producer Mr. Kyle Desai!

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Afflicted with paralysis at birth: Mr. Lutendo Maano Goes against the odds in an inspiring story!

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Jetsetter Mr. Bradley Pillay talks to Rivash Soni Davnarayan on How to effectively maximize a working holiday on Venture Bus!

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The heart wrenching yet courageous story of Ashley Lottering that left his spine broken into 3 pieces.

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Unpacking the progress of the local tourism industry while enjoying domestic travel with a little insight to bed and breakfasts with Jeannie Sarno on Venture Bus!

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Rivash Soni Davnarayan catches up with one of the countries youngest DJ's DJ Tish on Youth Kit.

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Your job verses your sense of purpose with Author Maheshwari Mohanji.

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Local artist Mr. Dravid Sha encourages the youth to pick up an instrument!

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The iconic Rajput Hall gives birth to a new legacy: Nourish to Flourish by the Chinmaya Mission of South Africa.

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The purpose associated with Hiking explained by proudly South African tour guide Mr. Roland Smith

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Understanding the science behind Child Betrayal with counsellor Juanita Ragbeer.

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Swami Vedanand Saraswati from the Arya Samaj of South Africa shares his experience with Rivash Soni Davnarayan on the 10th international day of yoga live at the Durban Amphitheatre.

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Rivash Soni Davnarayan talks to yoga teacher and life coach Mala Pillay on the inward journey to personal transformation live at the 10th international day of yoga

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Life Coach Dr. Vivian Rodgers joined Rivash Soni Davnarayan on living life as a minimalist talking about Employing social wellness to foster genuine relationships

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Local historian and author Mr. Kiru Naidoo joined Rivash Soni Davnarayan as he took listeners on an excursion through Chatsworth Durban!

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The story of a 20 year long drug addiction with a hopeful future with recovering drug addict Mr. Yogandran Govender.

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Music as a simple hobby with local musician/, 1 man band - Mr. Vijay Rambally.

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Risking it all in the leap of faith with a story that will shock you! by Dr. Keli Hariparsad.

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Senior Financial Advisor Mr. Dillen Govender chats to Rivash Soni Davnarayan on the essential elements of personal financial planning in commemoration of National Savings Month

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Author Judy Kiplin addresses the youth on how to effectively recover from their childhoods

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Exploring South Africa through 12 year old entrepreneur and adventurer Levi Govender

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Getting to know Youth activist, social media influencer and content creator Mr. Siphelele Blose

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Understanding c6-c7 quadriplegia with Mr. Ashveer Sing as he publicly shares his innermost story for the first time!

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Discussing chakra and balance restoration through Homeopathy with Dr. Nershada Harkhu.

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An expedition through the true meaning of Safaris with Mr. Shanil Balgobind.

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Essential elements for senior wellness with Mr. Joe West

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Rivash Soni Davnarayan caught up with spiritual eco-activist Miss Merylene Chitharai on the Symbiosis of ecology and sociology on Youth Kit!

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Focusing the mind on the present moment with Hatha Vinyasa yoga instructor Ramashna Naidoo

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Exploring the hidden gems of rural travel with Agnes Vermaak

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An insight into the new research highlighting the role of early learning in school readiness with Professor Yanga Zembe-Zondi

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Understanding life as a paraplegic with the influential Nthabiseng Kerwane.

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Free online course information with Digify Pro program manager Mr. Menzi Mhlongo.

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An insight to Local and Sustainable Travel with environmental journalist and travel guide Mr. Dominic Naidoo

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Rivash Soni Davnarayan caught up with Mr. Anorld Mdhluli on the new offline coding app!

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Understanding Permaculture within the South African context with Permaculturist Ms. Siobhan Vida Ashmole

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Getting to know local artist Mr. Vivesh Singh with Rivash Soni Davnarayan on Youth Kit.

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Global traveller Justin Perumal chats to Rivash Soni Davnarayan on studying abroad and understanding the interdependency of the global community

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Dr. Guru Kistnasamy discusses Rehabilitation and Relapse with Rivash Soni Davnarayan on Youth Kit.

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Understanding the Merits of Ayurveda with Mr. Vishalin Vandiar

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Understanding Spina Bifida and club foot disability with Jane Myran

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Getting to know local artist Miss. Risa Raeanne on Youth Kit.

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Author or Servings of Self-Mastery Dr. Alistair Mokoena joins Rivash Soni Davnarayan to discuss his book while sharing with us golden nuggets of inspiration to unlock the greatness within us in both our personal and professional lives.

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Multifaceted entrepreneur and certified yoga teacher shared her travel experiences with Rivash Soni Davnarayan on her travel experiences through Canada as an AuPair letting us in on the people, culture, benefits of solo travel and backpacking as a student!

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Practicing candidate attorney Pooja Supersad an advocate for animal welfare in her community through an NPO "PACT" joined Rivash Soni Davnarayan in observation Animal Anti Cruelty where she discussed issues and consequences around the topic to raise awareness and encourage youth participation in animal welfare.

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Rivash Soni Davnarayan chats to social worker in private practice Mr. Andile Nduli on Youth Kit about Resilience after failure. Empowering the youth towards making a strong come back after facing various aspects of their lives that they may have deemed as failures.

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We invited yoga instructor Preshani Naidoo for a mini yoga session!

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We chat to Musa Makhoba for World hearing day to create awareness

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Chef Craig Cormack shares two recipes for Valentines month

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Living it up - We get to know the current reigning Mr India South Africa Mikhail Hussen

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KP chats to social media influencer, stylist and educator by profession, Nivz Bullyraj

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KP is joined by two young, passionate and talented sisters who love modelling and dancing. Tarika and Lavanya Govender.

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We were joined by Diolan Govender. He is the former host of SABC1 long-running youth show, YOtv, he is also the former Mister Teen World and Lifestyle Content Creator

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Edward Van Niekerk chats about an IT degree as possibility for deaf students despite education challenges for deaf awareness month

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We chat to a finalist of the Young Chefs and Baker challenge competition. Mohammed Ebrahim shares his culinary experience with us.

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We were joined by the talented Kristan Reginald who is an electric and acoustic violinist for a live rendition

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Film and Television Writer, Actor, Singer, Kathak Dancer, comedian and Real Estate Broker Rory Booth joined KP for a chilled and fun chat

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We chat to Tanzia, the mum of two girls with special needs from Australia. Both her daughters are touching the hearts of millions on social media.

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Sonele Ntsundwana is living with albinism. He is a poet, musician and a hip hop head. The 13th of June is International Albinism Awareness day.

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34 year old Lubabalo Nojoko is living with Polio from the age of 7 and he uses crutches to walk.

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Mabohlokoa Fortunate Sefoloko is a 34 year old who is wheelchair bound due to TB meningitis.

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Dharam Sewraj is a motivational speaker, the man who survived a bullet in his spine and also a paraplegic fisherman

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Denise Greeves is a stroke survivor and she now manages a stroke support group.

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Molly and Pixie the twin sisters with muscular atrophy. Nothing stops these two from having fun!

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There is so much that we can learn about downsyndrome and educate ourselves by learning from someone who has the experience living with someone that has downsyndrome. Kumari Pillay is a mum of a 5 year old girl with downsyndrome.

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18 year old Bongumusa Mbongwana(autistic) dreams of becoming a TV host/actor. He's full of life and aspirational.

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Rani Nair is a caregiver who has spent the last 15 years looking after Huven who has Spina Bifida.

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Doctors said she would only live up to the age of 8 years and yet this year she turns 20. Find out more about Jo El Debra Gengiah by listening to her story.

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Dhoori Krishenduth is a caregiver who had a spinal injury due to domestic abuse and became paralyzed. The good news is that she has recovered. She shares her journey with us.

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Merilyn Manikam-Soobramony, founder of Damodar Daycare for children with special needs tries to make a difference in her community.

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Joy Brett, a 55 year old mum with a child (Mikayla) who has down syndrome. She's an entrepreneur and an amazing mum.

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Nicole Padayachee a 19 year old diagnosed with a condition that has made her live her life on an electric wheelchair. Yet nothing has been able to stop her from living her life.

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Who said people with disabilities can't fall in love? Mclin and Daisy share their love story

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Congenital heart defect awareness week is from the 7th to the 14th of February. Charlotte Lombard is one of the directors and a volunteer at Heart kids SA which is a non profit organization.

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The Kenmont School is a school for children with special needs. We chat with Zelda Dempers, the Principal of the school.

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Gerda Brown is the National General Manager for the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation South Africa. She also has Muscular Dystrophy.

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COVID19 #CHOOSELIFE

Ian Naidoo is visually impaired and he managed to fight covid 19 last year and had a full recovery after being in hospital for 20 days. He's also a chef and has written a book. Ian also opened his own NPO for the disabled.

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Sarah Driver-Jowitt is on the leadership team of the Shonaquip Social Enterprise comprising Uhambo and the Champions of Change Trust.

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Educational psychologist Jacquelyn Jonathan focuses on children with developmental delays and learning difficulties

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23 year old Delicia Chetty who is an autism learner support teacher got retrenched due to covid 19, so she decided to open up her own classroom to continue doing what she loves.

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Siphesihle Myaka is a 21 year old born with the condition rickets and he has his National Diploma in Fitness. He says that, "The reason I took this profession even though I have Rickets was to inspire those like me or even worse that no profession is based on your physicality or physical ability."

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Karen Meyer the founder and executive director of Dementia SA discusses new virtual support groups

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Camilla Neelse is the Patient Voices Ambassador and the Founder of Gigantomastia SA. Camilla Neelse suffers from the rare illness known as gigantomastia. This is a rare condition which is characterised by excessive breast growth.

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The Down Syndrome association for KZN hosted a solidarity walk for Nathaniel Julies and persons with down syndrome

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Michaela Munro aka Beany is a 25 year old with down syndrome. She's an amazing and beautiful dancer and keeps herself busy by being an entrepreneur as well.

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Akeel Yousuff is studying to become a teacher so that he can become an inspiration to other children. He is born with a condition called Bilateral club hands, but this has not stopped him from leading a normal life.

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Xolani Mchunu is a 43 year old quadriplegic. He is a Software Specialist by profession. Currently the chairperson of Quadriplegics and paraplegics charitable trust of South Africa.

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(SAFMH) a mental health NGO that advocates for and upholds the human rights of persons with mental health disorders. For the past 100 years, SAFMH has been focusing on the promotion of mental health for all South Africans as well as promoting and protecting the human rights of people with intellectual and psychosocial disabilities.

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Miracle the patients voices ambassador for the Rare diseases SA organization chats to us about her rare disease and creates awareness.

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Angie Govindsami, Branch manager of Down syndrome Association KZN chats about the importance of creating awareness for the downsyndrome community.

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Karen Meyer-Borochowitz Founder & Executive Director of Dementia SA helps create awareness

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George Scola, a Survivor, founder and the director of the Stroke Survivor foundation helps with creating awareness

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Anupa Singh, consultant Occupational Therapist working in the medicolegal field chats about disability in general.

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Mom shares her journey experience of finding out about autism after her son Jawhaar was born.

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11 year old Miki is partially sighted and her mum Crystal speaks of her journey as a mother

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Janus Horn - General Manager, father of 3 children, Lara 17, Nicholas with Down Syndrome 6 and Etahn 4. Director of Downsideup, non profit for Down Syndrome education and awareness.

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Chairperson of Rehabilitation and Development at the KZN blind and deaf society, Neville Bala Krishna chats to Krsna Priya Dasa

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Anjana Bhugwandeen chats with Krsna Priya Dasa about herself on the Weekend explosion

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COVID19 #ChooseLife

Psychologist Dr Naidoo chats about the impact of COVID-19 on persons with disabilities

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With being visually impaired she's also autistic so chatting is pretty hard for Mikayla so her Dad Dylan chats on her behalf

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Les gives insight as to what is happening with back to school for special needs children during this pandemic

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Vimla has 40 years of experience working with Person's with disabilities(PWD) and she shares her beautiful journey on The Weekend Explosion

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An interesting conversation with a mum of a boy with Down syndrome who never knew a thing until she gave birth. Now she's learning as he teaches her about himself

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COVID19 #ChooseLife

Challenges faced during the lockdown by a family of 10 and with the youngest one having downsydrome

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COVID19 #ChooseLife

Dad of 16 year old daughter speaks of the challenges the Lockdown has on autism and coping mechanisms families can use.

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Dad of downsyndrome daughter shares a feel good story for World Downsyndrome Day

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Varsha Govender is a mum to a down syndrome girl. And she is also involved with an NPO called Downside up

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Eighteen year old with a learning disability, Tarha Lynn Mitchley chats about how she is learning to manage and overcome her learning disability

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Psychologist Tanisha Sewpersad who runs her own Npo, helps create mental health awareness in the community

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Intern psychologist Fathima Badat speaks from a psychological perspective about the educational aspect of disabilities at schools and the difference between a psychologist and a therapist.

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This special school for people with special needs is based in Malvern. Like every school, West Park is faced with many opportunities and challenges. The principal of the school shares some vital information.

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Sriya Makadooj is a 4 year old with Down syndrome and is non verbal. Mommy, Jayandree Makadooj shares the amazing journey of both struggle and love thus far.

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The school caterers for different types of disabilities and is currently struggling with funds. This fund raiser is in order to help those children with disabilities and the school at which they attend.

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Joshua Liam Govender with cerebral palsy who was unable to walk without crutches and today he's awaiting the day that he will be able to walk again without any help. Lotusfm share the experience

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Stanley's son Max who is now 40 years old living with Down syndrome is an employee at a company for the last 17 years. He recently got married and does everything like a normal person. Proud dad Stanley takes us through his journey.

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Bianca Patel, national director chats about psychosocial disability awareness

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Asheena Govender aka Asheena from Stanger was involved in an accident many years ago due to which she ended up in a wheelchair. She is one of our regular lotusfm listeners.

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Tzhreen Ahmed shares her story of how she met her son Zia when he was just 3 days old and then they connected and at that moment she knew that he was the one. Listen to both the love and struggle as she shares their journey together thus far.

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Thaciana Pillay, 20 years. Born with spastic diaplegia which is a form of cerebral palsy. She's been in a wheelchair since birth.

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Open Air School accommodates children with special needs and yet like any other school, it is faced with challenges. The principal, Mr Noel Moodley chats with Krsna Priya Dasa about some of the challenges.

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Resham Bansee is a 23 year old young man. He was hurt at birth which affected the movement of his entire right hand side. He was diagnosed celebral palsy at six months old. Resham went to AM Moolla Special needs school and matriculated with a bachelors pass. He was accepted by AFDA Durban to further his education and make his dream a reality. Resham has just completed his Bachelor degree in motion pictures. It's Reshams deam to make a name in the movie industry.

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Lotusfm's regular listener catches up with Krsna Priya Dasa Noorie Cassim, with Down syndrome is a beautiful 14 year old who is full of energy and life, she always enjoys bringing a smile on everyone's face. She enjoys singing, dancing and drawing.

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The Buddy Walk is a worldwide awareness campaign that has been taking place in South Africa for many years hosted branches in all provinces affiliated to Down Syndrome South Africa. The concept is to show the wider community that people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities can, and should, be integrated into mainstream society.

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20th October was national down syndrome day. Buddy walk 2019 is happening on the 17th of November 2019. Empower the vulnerable!

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Urosurgeon and medical researcher Dr Pradeep Mahajan aims to raise awareness about modern regenerative medicine therapy. Dr Mahajan has treated the world's youngest case of cerebral palsy at the age of 14 months, and has left so many more social foot prints.

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Conversation with Marina Clarke the National Director of Epilepsy South Africa, Chairperson of the South African Disability Alliance (SADA) and a disability activist.

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The parent of a 22 year old daughter by the name of Thameez who has Down syndrome. This is how Ancella became involved in the Down syndrome community, and she joined Down Syndrome South Africa in 2015 as the National Executive Director. She aims to create more awarness

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A 53 years old, divorced and a mother of 2 with a rare condition due to it resulting in Melanie having short stature and she is 1.18 m tall. She is also the Secretariat of the SA Disability Alliance.

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Kim is a remedial teacher by trade and has 3 special needs children, now all adults. Kim's eldest son is 31 with Frontal lobe brain injury at 4 yrs old due to a car accident. Kristie , 28 has severe dyslexia with ADHD, and Sammi , 22 Autistic and Alexic.

She ran a Special Needs school for 5 years. She is also a Director of the Centre of Justice for Special Needs NPO. Kim is raising funds to open coffee shops employing autistic young adults. Special Knead Cafe on FB is the platform for all things neuro diverse and it's become the voice of autism in South Africa.

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National Director for DeafSA and also recently elected as a board member of the World Federation of the Deaf. Bruno is Deaf and he uses his sign Language Interpreter, Francois Deysel. He helps create awareness in the month of September which is the international month for the deaf

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Joshua the guy that doesn't let anything stop him from succeeding and achieving what he wants. Cerebral palsy has not come in the way and nothing ever will

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Sunitra creates awareness for down syndrome by sharing her simplistic daily life struggles and experiences and how she copes with having a 7 year old down syndrome son from a parent's point of view

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Nothing stops this 22 year old Autistic young lady Sammi is an autistic girl as well as Alexic and dyslexic which means she battles to read and uses her voice for everything. None of this has stopped her from being a young entrepreneur, boxer, dancer and so much more. She shared her inspiring experience with us for Women's month.

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The vision of Blind SA is to do whatever is necessary or conducive to empower visually impaired people to become economically self-supporting and to live a full and meaningful life as citizens of South Africa.

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Ann Harding Cheshire Home is a registered Non-Profit Organisation for the care, education, training and development of persons with physical disabilities of all races and religions. Krsna Priya Dasa chats to Jackie Kyle who is the fundraising manager of the organisation to find out more.

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Down syndrome association is hosting their first chutney nagara fun day with loads of entertainment, so its a fundraiser concert 2019 which is an amazing initiative and it is going to be fun and rocking at the same time. They definitely need your support. 31 August 2019