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.
Ramaphosa’s stolen millions: the Namibian connection
Tileni Mongudhi, a Freelance Investigative Journalist at TSM Tank Media - the group who covered the investigation with amaBhungane into a break-in at Cyril Ramaphosa’s farm joins us to discuss the scandal.
Almost half of pregnant women and 1 in 5 children went to bed hungry in lockdown
The Grow Great Campaign, in partnership with other civil society organisations and the Western Cape government, has conducted a study and released a report titled Investigating Hunger and Mental Health Among Pregnant Women in the Cape Metro Area during the 2020/21 Covid-19 Pandemic. We discuss the report, that showed that…
Profile: TRESOR
TRESOR is an African Pop Maverick. Renowned for his distinct sound, which has won him Best Pop Album of the year award for debut album VII; sophomore album The Beautiful Madness; and more recently for his album Nostalgia; at The South African Music Awards
The National Arts Festival makes a comeback
The National Arts Festival is going live in its hometown of Makhanda (formerly Grahamstown) yet again. After two years of devastation in the arts sector due to shut theatres, cancelled shows and frozen livelihoods, the artistic community will reunite. The National Arts Festival will continue its 48 year old tradition…
Dealing with a Breakup or Divorce: What Not To Do Immediately After a Break Up
A breakup or divorce can be one of the most stressful and emotional experiences in life. Whatever the reason for the split—and whether you wanted it or not—the breakup of a relationship can turn your whole world upside down and trigger all sorts of painful and unsettling emotions. We discuss…
Why independent healthcare inside prisons is vital
Our country’s healthcare system is a cumbersome double-decker bus: The great majority rely on public healthcare. But, within public healthcare, there is a further divide, an overlooked layer at the very lowermost – the healthcare afforded to people in prison. To paint a picture, we speak to Judge Edwin Cameron,…
Inclusive education is still unrealised after 21 years
The education needs of children with impairments are neglected, despite an existing framework to remedy this. This lack of attention to children with additional needs worries many parents desperate for more inclusive schools. Prof Mirna Nel, Deputy Dean for research in the Faculty of Humanities, North-West University and Segomotsi Makhutle,…
How South Africa can build a child-centred health care system
It is more than 20 years since the South African constitution first guaranteed children’s “right to basic health care services”. This is part of a broader commitment to ensure children’s rights to optimal survival, health, and development. The question is how close South Africa is to realising these rights in…
Mental illness: Thoughts, behaviours that are unhealthy
You may find that you meet the criteria for several different types of personality disorders, and it may be difficult to differentiate. You may find that you meet the criteria for several different types of personality disorders. It can also be the case that a wide range of people meets…
Unemployed with debt? It’s not the end for you.
As a consumer who has just lost your job or have had your salary reduced, it has become difficult to distinguish which of your priorities may be at the top of your list. You are in survival mode and would be inclined to ensure that your basic needs, like food,…
Getting a disability grant is a challenge if you have a mental illness
There are currently just over a million people across the country who receive the grant, mostly for a six or 12-month period. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides a list of eligibility criteria which includes a medical assessment from one of only 360 state-approved doctors. Unlike a physical…
Representation and diversity on screen: Where do South Africans Stand?
In 2021, Paramount connected with 2.5 million kids, teens, young adults and adults, covering 73 countries globally, from the United States (US to Australia and Sweden to South Africa (SA). This was to explore how people feel about representation on screen through the consideration of numerous features and spectrums of…
In Joburg, almost 100 inner-city art studios are open to you this weekend
Open Studios is a festival that opens those studios to the public this weekend, 28 and 29 May, (do check the programme here) with almost 100 artists participating at specific times. The sites are the artist colonies at August House, Bag Factory, Ellis House, the Living Artists Emporium, Lapa, the…
Zenzi Makeba Lee brings us a tribute to Miriam Makeba - Mama Africa 90th anniversary
March 4th 2022, marked Dr. Miriam Makeba - Mama Africa's 90th Birthday Anniversary. Within the current year of 2022, a number of tributes, events, exhibitions etc. will be and presently are being held in the many places she lived and performed, spanning decades during her magnificent career; including South Africa…
The invisible benefits of being married
Social scientists have long known that married people tend to be happier, but they debate whether that is because marriage causes happiness or simply because happier people are more likely to get married. Today we are joined by marriage counsellors, Magauta and Nhlanhla Zwane to explore this topic and some…
Why the desecration of ancestral graves by mines is an act of spiritual dispossession
The careless relocation of people and their departed loved ones shows that dehumanisation persists even in death and that people in these mining-affected areas view mines as symbols of loss, says land activist. It was an emotional evening at The Forge’s third land redistribution talks as people shared stories of…
Supporting Children Through Exams
At some point, your child will have to go into an exam room, and sit and do an exam for themselves. So what can you do to help them to prepare for this moment? Ayanda Tetyana, a parenting coach gives us tips.
Concerns raised over the Chickenpox virus
We look at the resurgence of the chickenpox virus in a number of countries around the world with a medical health expert.
The Hidden Dangers of Unassisted Births
While the idea of giving birth without the help of a professional medical support can be a more holistic and personal experience, there are dangers that come with it. We unpack the hidden dangers of unassisted births with a medical expert
How are countries responding to the Covid-19 resurgence and new variant?
Rwanda has unveiled an additional $150 million in funding for businesses to stimulate growth and mitigate the prolonged impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the economy. This begs the question around how other countries are responding to the recent resurgence in COVID-19 infections.