The Midday Escape
...with Mpumi Mbethe, 11h00-14h00, Monday to Friday
Supporting Mpumalanga’s Creative Sector!
The National Arts Council recently hosted a workshop in Embalenhle, sharing valuable information and guidance with local creatives on arts funding opportunities and developing sustainable projects within the creative sector. We spoke to Zola Lumka, Arts Development Officer at the National Arts Council, about the workshop, the support available to…
What if the biggest obstacle standing in your way… is YOU? #BookMarkers
Actor and author, Green Evidence joins us to share the book he’s currently reading — The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest — and what it has him thinking about self-sabotage, emotional patterns and personal growth. Catch the full conversation in this podcast ! #MpumalangaAzishe!
Beyond the Boardroom: Meet Mr Irvin Phenyane
On the latest #ExecutivePlaylist, we sit down with Mr Irvin Phenyane, Chairperson of the Board of Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), to meet the man behind the title. With more than 20 years of experience in aviation, Mr Phenyane shares a little about his leadership journey, his passion for the…
Is He Real? Meet Liam -Pops #BehindTheTik
On #BehindTheTik, we meet Thembinkosi Mlimo, popularly known as Liam Pops — a South African commercial model, MC, public speaker, voice-over artist, radio contributor and media personality. Born in Oakley, Mpumalanga, Liam Pops is a multi-talented personality making his mark across the entertainment and media space. Tune in and get…
Is Your Career Stuck — or Have You Stopped Challenging Yourself? #OfficeScoop
Feeling like you’ve been in the same place for years with no growth, new opportunities or exciting challenges? You could be experiencing a career plateau. In this podcast on #OfficeScoop, we’re joined by Talent Acquisition Lead & Career Coach Sophie Mankayi to unpack the million-rand question: Are you truly stuck,…
The Midday Manna - "I have heard of thee "(Ngangivile Ngawe) with Apostle Lindokuhle Ngomane
Ngangivile Ngawe” — A Powerful Message of Restoration! Be inspired and encouraged by the highly gifted Apostle Lindokuhle Ngomane, founder of OBN Ministry(Jesus Is Our Victor) in Msholozi, and a graduate in Business Management and Theology. This is a message of hope, faith, restoration and victory through Jesus Christ. Tune…
Breaking Barriers, Inspiring Lives: The Dominique Vogel Story
From breaking barriers on the track to embracing the beautiful challenges of motherhood, her story is one of strength, resilience and refusing to be defined by limitations. Dominique Vogel, an accomplished ex-Paralympian, dedicated mother and true trailblazer in para-athletics. Join her with Mpumi Mbethe in this podcast and be inspired!…
Trusting the Potter – When God Turns Pain into Purpose #BookMarkers
A deeply personal story of healing, resilience and reclaiming potential .This book by Pretty Mashego titled.."Trusting The Potter" – particularly speaking to women who have ever questioned their worth or wondered whether their difficult seasons could have meaning. So today, we're not just talking about a book...we're talking about the…
#OfficeScoop: Can Your Political Views on Social Media Cost You Your Job?
On #OfficeScoop, we're looking at the relationship between political expression, social media and the workplace — and asking the big question: Can your political views on social media cost you your job? To help us unpack where employees' rights meet workplace responsibilities, we're joined by HR expert Lerato Shiwane. Tune…
Good Music ,Good Vibes With Ms Patience Ntuli #TheExecutivePlaylist
Meet Ms Patience Ntuli CA(SA), Registered Auditor, also known as Coach Powerhouse. She is a qualified Chartered Accountant and Life Coach who brings together financial expertise, governance, strategic financial management and people-centred coaching. But today, we get to know the woman behind the achievements — through the music that has…
"Ways of Being Born: Tracing the Footprints of Birth in Africa #BookMarkers
On #BookMarkers we're joined by Dr Mmatsheilo Motsei , a healer, author and thought leader with a fascinating professional background spanning nursing, midwifery, psychology, creative writing and a PhD in Sociology. She is the author of "Ways of Being Born: Tracing the Footprints of Birth in Africa. What makes her…
Understanding Fair Recruitment, Qualifications and the Hiring #OfficeScoop
How does recruitment actually work? Can an employer appoint someone who doesn't meet all the requirements listed in a job advert? What role do experience, internal promotions, skills and qualifications play? And when does hiring become unfair or potentially discriminatory? In this podcast we discuss the recruitment process with our…
What Every Student Should Know About Learning, Pressure and Performance #BehindYourGrades
Books have a way of teaching us things beyond what we find in their pages. Sometimes, a book challenges the way we think, changes our perspective, or even speaks to something we are going through in our own lives. On #BookMarkers, we’re joined by Sanelisiwe Mabindisa, Author ,Life Coach, Public…
How do we build workplaces where different personalities are understood, respected and managed fairly?#OfficeScoop
Not everyone leads, communicates or works in the same way, some are outspoken, others are quiet. Some are naturally assertive, while others prefer to observe before they speak. Some are highly social, while others keep to themselves. The challenge is that these differences can sometimes be misunderstood, leading to assumptions…
From Bushbuckridge to Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Elbrus in Russia
Meet Lucky Lubisi, a passionate hiker whose journey began in 2023 with a bold challenge — summiting Mount Kilimanjaro. But Kilimanjaro was only the beginning. The next goal was Mount Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe. Despite the challenges surrounding the war in Russia, Lucky and his team pressed ahead…
The Customer Is Not Always Right… You’re Angry, You’re Frustrated and You’re at Work - How Should You Respond?
Research on emotional labour has shown that employees often have to manage and regulate their emotions as part of their jobs, particularly in roles where they deal directly with customers or the public. But where do we draw the line? Does being frustrated explain an emotional outburst, or does professionalism…
#TheExecutivePlaylist | Women who lead, inspire and make an impact-Dr Chriseldah Mkhonto
Meet Dr Christeldah Mkhonto — a biologist, ethnobotanist , researcher and PhD graduate , whose work is taking Indigenous Knowledge and South African science to the world. From preserving our heritage to advancing conversations around biodiversity, food security and climate resilience, Dr Mkhonto is proof that when women rise, knowledge,…
The Executive Playlist with Kgabo Lucia Mabunda
Join us as we get to know the woman behind the movement through the music that inspires her. Because every leader has a story, and every story has a soundtrack. Kgabo Lucia Mabunda — scientist, entrepreneur, author, life and business coach, mentor and founder of the Women Healing Hike &…
Types of Workplace Warnings and the Disciplinary Process under South African Labour Law." #OfficeScoop
Under South African labour law, discipline is intended to be corrective rather than punitive! Join us with our HR expert Lerato Shawane in this podcast as we unpack the different types of workplace warnings and the disciplinary process under South African labour law, helping both employers and employees better understand…
The Executive Playlist | Beyond the Stethoscope with Dr Nhlanhla Thabethe
Her passion for healing goes far beyond the consulting room. From championing community health and advocating against gender-based violence to changing lives through the ThandoLwethu Foundation, Dr Nhlanhla Thabethe is making a lasting difference. On this episode of The Executive Playlist, she shares the soundtrack of her life-the songs that…