Capricorn Talk with Nghamula Chauke

#HealthWorkers| Are health workers under siege?

The National Union of Public Service and Allied Workers in Limpopo has lambasted the Health department in Limpopo together with the security company that is appointed to provide safety services at the Ga-Chuene clinic. Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, NUPSAW Limpopo secretary Ntata Sekgota said that the abduction and sexual assault…

15 Jan 10 min

#LimpopoMatricResults| A province on the rise

Limpopo MEC for Education Mavhungu Lurule Ramakhanya said that she was very happy with the improved performance of the province in the matric results of 2024. She told Nghamula Chauke that having attained the 6th position, she hopes to be in the top 5 in the new year. Lurule-Ramakhanya says…

14 Jan 14 min

#Parenting| Raising Teenagers

Nghamula Chauke speaks to 3 experts author and life coach Dr Mabilu Mathebula, Clinical Psychologist Mpho Mashila and Jonathan Hoffenberg who is the Programmes Manager from The Parent Centre about raising teenagers and the challenges that come with it for parents and guardians. The experts touched on the different growth…

4 Dec 2024 35 min

#SafetyOfHealthworkers| department and union condemn the attack of medical doctor

The Limpopo Health department together with the South African Medical Association Trade Union in Limpopo have condemned an incident that recently took place at Musina hospital whereby a doctor was assaulted by a civilian. Both the department and SAMATU have raised concerns on the safety of health care professionals saying…

4 Nov 2024 14 min

#ANCYL| League concerned with illegal immigrants owning spaza shops

While the ANC Youth League in Limpopo agrees with the notion that prevention is better than cure, it is however disappointed in the manner at which the food poisoning matter is being handled by the Limpopo Education department. Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, ANCYL Provincial Secretary Oliver Mabunda said it can…

28 Oct 2024 6 min

#FoodPoisoning| sale of food in and around Limpopo schools suspended

The Limpopo Department of Education has decided to suspend the sale of food in and around schools in the province. This comes after the death of a 13 year old who is alleged to have eaten snacks from a local shop. Limpopo Education Media Liaison Officer Matome Moremi Taueatsoala told…

28 Oct 2024 5 min

#RIPTitoMboweni| Mbhazima Shilowa pays tribute to his friend and comrade

Former unionist and Gauteng Premier Mbhazima Shilowa has shared his fondest memories with Nghamula Chauke about the late Reserve Bank Governor Tito Mboweni. Shilowa who described Mboweni as his Maseve, said the late Finance Minister was a hard worker and a disciplinarian. He says Mboweni loved and enjoyed his favourite…

15 Oct 2024 14 min

#Pensions| Pensioners frustrated with GNT company

The Great North Transport has assured pension beneficiaries who once worked for the company that their grievances are being addressed and will be finalized soon. The pensioners staged a night vigil in Polokwane in the premier's office, complaining that they still have not received their pension payment after years of…

9 Oct 2024 5 min

#Thabazimbi| Administrator expected to bring stability to the embattled municipality

Issues of administration at the embattled Thabazimbi Municipality have resulted in the Limpopo government appointing an administrator who is expected to breathe life into this municipality which has seen the dissolution of its council recently. Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs MEC Basikopo Makamu said…

8 Oct 2024 12 min

#MovementChallengesMEC| Artists Movement unhappy with the appointment of new council

Limpopo MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture Jerry Maseko says the Limpopo Arts and Culture Council was properly constituted and is inclusive of individuals who specialise in various sectors and not just the creative sector. This after chairperson of the Limpopo Artists Movement Mphoza Mashabela opposed the appointment of the…

22 Aug 2024 21 min

#EFF| Analyst predicts the end of the party

Outspoken political analyst Prince Mashele has told Nghamula Chauke that the resignation of Floyd Shivambu from the party is a signal that the end is near. Shivambu has joined a new political home, the MK Party under the leadership of former President Jacob Zuma. Mashele says the party will not…

15 Aug 2024 13 min

#InLaws| what pressures do men face in terms of impressing in-laws

Speaking to Nghamula Cahuke, Psychologist Granny Hlongwane who is a Specialist Wellness Counsellor says unlike women, men do not have much pressure in terms of impressing the in-laws. Hlongwane says what is needed from them is only the financial ability to take care of the wife and the kids, if…

14 Aug 2024 29 min

#InLawsPart1 | The role played by a man between his wife and his family

Psychologist Granny Hlongwane who is a Specialist Wellness Counsellor says it is the man's responsibility to protect his wife against the in-laws. She says married men have to realize that they are the bond between their wives and their in-laws. Here is Hlongwane in conversation with Nghamula Chauke.

7 Aug 2024 31 min

#SODA Executive Mayor promises residents better services

Speaking to Nghamula Chauke post his state of the district address, the Executive Mayor of Mopani District Municipality councillor Pule Shayi said just like any other municipality thriving to provide quality services, they also encounter challenges but everything is a work in progress. Shayi touched on a number of issues…

24 Jul 2024 46 min

#FirstFemalePremier| Meet and Greet session

The first female Premier of Limpopo Dr Phophi Ramathuba had a lengthy conversation with Nghamula Chauke about her plans for the 7th administration saying that service delivery is on top of her list of priorities. Ramathuba who has been meeting various stakeholders since she assumed office, says so far, she…

15 Jul 2024 33 min

#EXCO| MECs appointments

The ANC Youth League in Limpopo says the appointment of their chairperson Earnest Rachoene as Public Works MEC is an indication that the ANC did listen to their call of having young person's being appointed in critical positions of leadership. Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, ANC Limpopo secretary Oliver Mabunda said…

19 Jun 2024 9 min

#InitiationSeason| Kidnappings and deaths are grave concerns for CGE

Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, the Commision for Gender Equality spokesperson, Javu Baloyi explained the commission's discontent regarding kidnappings and deaths of initiates. Baloyi says some of these abductions result in death cases which leaves families without closure. He commended Limpopo as one of the provinces that still run the business…

19 Jun 2024 8 min

#SixthAdministration| It is adios Amigo from Limpopo Premier

The curtain has closed on the 6th administration and Nghamula Chauke had an opportunity to sit down with Limpopo Premier Stanley Chupu Mathabatha to reflect on the previous years that he has been at the helm of leadership. Mathabatha said under his leadership, the province performed well financially with some…

11 Jun 2024 51 min

#ElectionsOutcomes| Civil society group says there is room for improvement

The elections have come and gone, and different civil groups have weighed in on how the 29th May elections went. Civil society group Defend Our Democracy says it is pleased that the elections were free and fair however there is room for improvement. Executive Director of Defend Our Democracy Zaakirah…

3 Jun 2024 8 min

#Elections| Gender parity in the political sphere

The Hlanganisa Community Fund has expressed its disappointment regarding tge fewer numbers of females leading political parties in South Africa. The group released its data ahead of the May 29 general elections saying that there are societal issues that affect mostly women than men and it was going to be…

28 May 2024 9 min