Point of View with Phemelo Motene
Point of View with Phemelo Motene, delves into the day’s current affairs, touching on real issues and sharing expert advice on the audience questions between 8pm to 10pm Mondays to Thursdays.
Human Rights Day: How far have we come in protecting our Human Rights?
We unpack the nitty gritty behind Human Rights Day, and look at how far we have actually come with protecting our human rights in South Africa. We are joined by Dr Ntsikelelo Breakfast, Senior at Nelson Mandela University; Adv. Tseliso Thipanyane, SA Human Rights Commission CEO; and Sharon Ekambaram, Head…
EFF ‘reject’ Human Rights Day – and they now want it renamed
As the country commemorates today as Human Rights Day, the Economic Freedom Fighters [EFF] released a statement earlier rejecting the name that has been given to today’s holiday and calling for title change to Sharpeville Day. Sinawo Tambo – EFF Spokesperson joins us to explain the EFF’s stance.
Understanding your comprehensive car cover
There are many things that could happen to your car but only one type of car insurance that can make it right again, and that is fully comprehensive car insurance. Mojalefa Mohlamme, Insurance Expert joins us to discuss what to understand about comprehensive car cover.
What is causing the recent spike in airline tickets?
The Competition Commission has cautioned airlines against price gouging after the South African Civil Aviation Authority announced the permanent grounding of Comair, and its subsidiaries Kulula.com and British Airways, whose suspension has since been lifted this morning. Aaron Munetsi, CEO for Airlines Association of South Africa join us to discuss.
Writers Festival makes a comeback and chooses to focus on mental health this year
The University of KwaZulu-Natal’s Centre for Creative Arts opened the 25th edition of the Time of the Writer International Festival hosted virtually on its social media channels on March 14. Dr Siphiwo Mohale, Author and Sphindile Hlongwa, Writers Festival Co-Curator talk to us about the importance of the writers festival,…
Understanding the process of Separation and Divorce – from a mediation and legal perspective
Legal separation does not exist as a common law in South Africa. As such, it has no legal status. Under the laws of South Africa, one can either be: Unmarried; Married; or Divorced. Rushka Pedro Lee, a Mediator, and Nthabiseng Dubazana a Legal Expert both join us to discuss what…
10-year-old pens book about dangerous culture of bullying
10-year-old Siyavuya Mabece has recently penned a book about the dangerous culture of bullying. The young writer and her mother, Ncebakazi Mabece tell us about the effects bullying has on young people, what inspired him to write and more.
Consumer Rights Day
In recent times, November has become the favourite month for South African consumers with the adoption of sale specials like Black Friday and Cyber Mondays. Why is it important for consumers to know their rights? What should consumers look out for when purchasing Goods & Services? Ouma Ramaru - Training…
The E-Hailing sector prepares itself for one of the “biggest”protests yet
The drivers who've partnered with global app giants like Uber, Bolt, inDriver, and Uber Eats last brought the streets of Pretoria to a standstill fighting for justice for a colleague whose body was torched near Unisa at the height of industry tensions. National Spokesperson for the e-hailing industry Vhatuka Mbelengwa…
Inside Gauteng's Health Department Crisis
After the Gauteng Legislature announced that more than 42 000 suppliers for the Gauteng Department of Health are owed R 3.1 billion, and the news that Baragwanath Hospital patients are not getting food - all eyes are looking at the state of Gauteng's health department crisis. We speak to Jack…
How to downgrade your vehicle without losing too much money
The automotive and mobility industries have certainly been among the hardest hit during the COVID-19 pandemic. The picture is improving, however. If you are drowning in debt and want to get rid of your car, there are a few options you can consider, which should put you back on track…
Diaparo Tsa Mama
Returning to the Market Theatre writing sphere is SAFTA nominated writer and director Rorisang Motuba who brings us a heart-warming drama, Diaparo Tsa Mama (My Mother’s Clothes). We speak to the director, Rorisang, about her play and the inspiration behind it.
The Red on the Rainbow Theatre Production
This Human Rights Month, the South African State Theatre will be showcasing The Red On The Rainbow, a play that follows the aftermath of the death of a young man on a maize farm at the hands of a farmer’s son and his friends. We speak to Monageng Mothabi, Writer…
Why it is important for you to heal first before getting into a marriage
In many cases, people make the mistake of ignoring past traumas and never addressing them. This is rarely the best way to heal. Lebo Pule, our resident life coach, will outline the concept of Why it is important for you to heal first before getting into a marriage, and what…
Online Payment Failure: Why it Happens and How to Avoid it
Who is responsible for a lost package? What is it called when you pay for a service and don’t receive it? Ouma Ramaru, Training and Outreach manager at the Consumer Goods & Services Ombud joins us on the line to answer some of your questions around failed online payments, scams,…
goGOGOgo: Supporting Gogo’s as Agents of Change
goGOGOgo is a South African non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting grandmothers (known locally as gogos) as agents of change, empowering them to promote meaningful, positive health outcomes for themselves, the children in their care and their communities. Our activities include workshops, skills development and income-generating projects aimed at uplifting and…
Understanding the different types of medical aid plans: And some of their consumer-related issue
With so many open-market medical aid plans in the country, it's difficult to identify and choose the best one. The key to making a decision is to first understand the underlying terminology and industry-specific jargon. Acting General Manager at the Council for Medical Schemes, Mmatsie Mpshane joins us on the…
Starting your own B&B – Things To Consider Before Setting it up
Bed and breakfast (B&B) establishments are one of the most rewarding ways to become a business owner within the tourism industry. Hospitality Coach, Samkeliso Nkwanyane joins us on the line help you with all you need to know about getting into the sector.
Morgan Freeman's Great Escapes
Morgan Freeman is stepping behind bars and bringing to life the most incredible real-life prison breaks in a brand new eight-part series. In an exclusive interview, he joins us to discuss the process of putting the show together, and more.
Why do men find it so difficult to open up emotionally?
The recent passing of superstar rapper, Ricky Rick has forced society and especially South African men to have a conversation that has long been avoided. Why do men find it hard to open up about what they’re going through? To join us in this discussion, we are joined by Thabang…