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The Affair

... with Tlotlang Moletsane, Weekdays from 09h00 to 11h00
Occasionally English South Africa Society & Culture
335 Episodes
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A curated experience by Nqobile #KeepingTheArtsAlive

For many people, attending an event is simply about the music or the crowd. But for some creatives, it's about crafting an experience that leaves people feeling inspired long after they leave the venue. Our next guest saw a gap in the local events scene after attending an unforgettable event…
3 Jul 9 min

Chef Biggy serves next LEVEL food #FunFoodFriday

There's something magical about a meal that brings people together. Whether it's around the braai, the dinner table, or at a celebration, food has a way of creating memories that last a lifetime. This #FunFoodFriday, we turn up the heat with one of South Africa's most celebrated fire-food specialists, Chef…
3 Jul 12 min

Donate BLOOD and SAVE lives! Palesa tells us more on #HealthTalk

June marked National Blood Donor Month, shining a spotlight on the everyday heroes who roll up their sleeves to help save lives. A single blood donation can help up to three patients, yet blood banks often face shortages because donations don't always keep up with demand. Whether you've donated before,…
30 Jun 7 min

Are you PROJECTING on others? MrSir on #MondayMotivation

Projection is when we unknowingly take our own fears, insecurities, past hurt, or unmet emotions and place them onto other people—then respond to them as if those feelings belong to them. It can make us assume rejection where there is none, see judgment where there is neutrality, or expect betrayal…
29 Jun 5 min

Inclusion, development and community for the blind, Mr Fanie on #HealthTalk

Tlotlang speaks to Mr. Fanie Msiza, founder of Mpumalanga Blind Skills Development Hub (MBSDH). Established to empower blind and partially sighted individuals through skills development and entrepreneurship, MBSDH is proving that disability should never be a barrier to purpose or opportunity. We explore how communities can become bridges instead of…
23 Jun 11 min

What legacy are you leaving behind? Mr Carrim on #MondayMotivation

Father's Day may be over, but the conversation about legacy continues. Many fathers work hard to leave behind homes, businesses, and financial security, but some of the most valuable things we inherit can never be measured in money. Values, character, faith, work ethic, kindness, and integrity often become the true…
22 Jun 6 min

God inspired journey of Mrs Bakes on #FunFoodFriday

Tlotlang chats with Wandiswa Mabuza, founder of The Mrs Bakes. A wife, Christ-lover and passionate baker. Wandiswa shares how what started as baking for her family turned into building a community through delicious treats and meaningful connections. For her, baking is more than a business, it's a place of joy,…
19 Jun 9 min

Thriving in the arts, Ntlotliseng tells us more #LenyoraWednesday

On this episode, this Youth Month, Tlotlang speaks with rising theatre-maker and multidisciplinary performer Ntlotliseng Matsabisa for an inspiring conversation about navigating the performing arts industry, finding her creative voice, and making a lasting impact through storytelling. The discussion explores her journey from Mpumalanga to some of South Africa’s most…
17 Jun 9 min

IMPOSTER SYDROME exists! MrSir breaks it down on #MondayMotivation

You’ve achieved the goal, earned the opportunity, and found yourself in the room you once dreamed of being in—so why does it sometimes feel like you don’t belong there? In this thought-provoking conversation, we unpack Impostor Syndrome—that nagging feeling of self-doubt that causes many people to question their abilities, downplay…
15 Jun 4 min

Words that tell a story, poet Bongekile on #KeepingTheArtsAlive

This Youth Month, we celebrate young people who are using their talents to preserve culture, inspire communities, and create meaningful change. Bongekile Ndinisa is an award-winning poet, storyteller, writer, voice-over artist, and brand ambassador whose passion for words has opened doors to national recognition. She joins Tlotlang in studio to…
12 Jun 7 min

Under the tree & in your stomach! Gugu on #FunFoodFriday

This week on #FunFoodFriday, we shine the spotlight on Gugu Ngcane, the visionary behind Gugu Onderboom Eatery. From freshly prepared meals and traditional cuisine to catering, décor, and event support services, Gugu has built a business rooted in community, quality, and opportunity. Her journey is a powerful example of how…
12 Jun 5 min

Smiles and bites with Nozipho Simelane on #FunFoodFriday

In this episode,Tlotlang chats with Nozipho, the visionary behind Smiley Thoughts Kitchen, a culinary brand dedicated to creating meaningful connections through food. More than just serving meals, Nozipho believes that food has the power to bring people together, inspire joy, and create lasting memories. She shares her entrepreneurial journey, the…
5 Jun 6 min

Young Girls in MINING ! Nokukhanya Cele on #LenyoraWednesday

In this episode of *Lenyora Wednesday*, Tlotlang Moletsane dives into an insightful conversation on women, leadership, and transformation within South Africa’s mining industry. Inspired by the story of a new generation of professionals shaping the future of mining, this discussion explores the role of innovation, resilience, and purpose in driving…
3 Jun 10 min

Perfume Co on the RISE, Bathabile Moreki on #LenyoraWednesday

Success in business is never just about the money, it’s about vision, resilience, and the courage to keep building even when the odds say otherwise 💼✨ Award-winning entrepreneur Bathabile Moreki joined Tlotlang Moletsane on *Lenyora Wednesday* for an inspiring conversation on entrepreneurship, franchising, and creating opportunities that outlive the hustle…
27 May 9 min

Equine 'Horse' therapy with Glynis Uys on #HealthTalk

This week on Health Talk, Glynis Uys joins Tlotlang Moletsane for a heartfelt conversation about the healing power of horses and the unexpected ways they help us reconnect with ourselves. From emotional wellness to building trust, confidence, and inner peace, we unpack how equine therapy is changing lives one gentle…
26 May 9 min

Hibernate with caution, your DREAMS await! MrSir on #MondayMotivation

This Motivation Monday reminds listeners that they must not be defined by temporary moments. Keep preparing, keep showing up, keep working like the breakthrough is already on its way. Wake up with intention, sharpen your craft, send the emails, make the calls, create the content, apply for the opportunities —…
25 May 3 min

What does GRIEF actually do to you? Phethile reveals it on #Healthtalk

Grief does not always look like tears. Sometimes it looks like survival. It is rereading the same message over and over, forgetting simple things, showing up with a smile while silently carrying exhaustion, confusion, anger, and pain that words cannot fully explain. Psychology Post Graduate and founder of Faith Infused…
19 May 9 min

Differently abled & advocating, Kayla & MaDlamini on #Parenting

A viral video by Lethukuthula Kayla Thabethe recently sparked an important conversation after she shared her disappointment at allegedly being denied transport at a local taxi rank in Nelspruit while travelling back to school in Pretoria. Having independently used public transport for the past five years, Kayla says she was…
13 May 13 min
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