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IN CONVERSATION WITH HLULANI MATHONSI (ABB South Africa – Sales Specialist for Cement, Metals and Mining),

South Africa’s mining and cement sectors have long been the backbone of the country’s economy, powering infrastructure development and supplying essential materials for construction and industry. But these industries are facing a turning point. As technology advances, mining and cement operations are starting to explore new ways of working —…

4 Dec 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SAVANNAH VORSTER Project Engineer: Mechanical, Bühler Johannesburg

In a field still dominated by men, Savannah Vorster is proving that determination, talent, and passion know no gender. Savannah, a Project Engineer at Bühler Johannesburg, has spent the last five years carving out a name for herself in South Africa’s engineering sector, inspiring young women along the way. Her…

4 Dec 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH OSMIC MENOE - Mr Hip Hop and founder of Back to the City

Osmic Menoe has long been celebrated as the “Godfather of South African Hip- Hop,” a title earned through nearly two decades of shaping, preserving and expanding Johannesburg’s urban culture. A DJ, entrepreneur and cultural custodian, he has built platforms that not only uplift artists but also reinforce 10:10 the city’s…

4 Dec 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH VICTOR NEMUKULA the Managing Director of Shumani Industrial Equipment.

South Africa’s industrial equipment sector is heading into a period of notable change, shaped by shifting customer expectations, currency movements, and growing interest in locally aligned solutions. One of the companies preparing for this evolving landscape is Shumani Industrial Equipment, which enters 2026 10:35 with an emphasis on consolidation, operational…

4 Dec 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DEPHNEY MOKWENA (Eskom spokesperson)

Eskom has announced a bold new plan to eliminate load reduction across the country by 2027, offering renewed hope to millions of households affected by frequent power cuts. The move comes after the utility recently introduced phased power cuts in parts of Johannesburg, triggered by ongoing illegal connections, vandalism, infrastructure…

4 Dec 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NOLUTHANDO MOYANA

Today, 3 December, marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a global moment to highlight inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunity. In South Africa, the numbers paint a troubling picture. Although legislation requires companies to ensure that 3% of their workforce is made up of people with disabilities, the country…

3 Dec 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH KHOTSO MADUNA

 SpazaWyza is a South African tech platform designed to help small and informal businesses grow using AI. From spaza shops and barbers to seamstresses, nail techs, stokvels, and network sellers, the platform offers tools that help business owners reach more customers, streamline operations, and make smarter decisions. The platform…

3 Dec 19 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH DR E MACHEDI

The Border Management Authority (BMA) has intercepted a major consignment of illegally imported veterinary medicines (“Berenil”) at Polokwane International Airport. According to the BMA Commissioner, Dr Michael Masiapato, the shipment — weighing approximately 84 kilograms and transported in two polystyrene boxes — arrived from Kenya and Tanzania on 26 November…

3 Dec 16 min

IN CONVESATION WITH SAMANTHA BRITZ

The Department of Justice is marking the 16 Days of Activism with two major interventions aimed at strengthening the fight against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF). On 04 December, Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi will officially launch a new Sexual Offences Court in Botshabelo in the Free State — a specialised court…

3 Dec 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MS IRIS DLAMINI

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) is intensifying its national efforts to engage young people in the country’s democratic processes. As part of this broader campaign, the IEC will host a major youth seminar in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday, 4 December 2025, under the theme: “Digital Democracy: Leveraging Digital Technology…

3 Dec 21 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH RITA MBANGA

South Africa’s animation industry is experiencing one of its biggest global moments since District 9, as Cape Town–based Sunrise Animation Studios prepares for the wide release of its animated musical epic David on 19 December 2025 in both South Africa and the United States.

2 Dec 19 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH SIBUSISO NDZALAMA

South Africans continue to face rising levels of anxiety, stress, and other mental-health pressures — especially among young people. In this environment, a locally written novel, Farica, has emerged as an unexpected mental-health resource that is gaining traction across social media and within wellness spaces.

2 Dec 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH MISS MMATSHIKHIDI REBECCA PHALA - NATIONAL SPOKESPERSON SANTACO

The South African National Taxi Council (SANTACO) has rolled out its 2025 Hlokomela Festive Season Campaign, a nationwide programme aimed at promoting road safety, compliance, commuter protection, and responsible travel across the country during the peak holiday period. With December marking a time of intensified long-distance travel, high road congestion,…

2 Dec 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH ALAN BEESLEY-ACTION SA MP

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has confirmed the arrest of a Tembisa Hospital employee, Zacharia Tshisele, implicated in alleged procurement corruption at the hospital. Tshisele has already repaid R13.53 million, claimed to be part of unlawful gratification received between 2020 and 2023.

2 Dec 17 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH GOODENOUGH MASHEGO - POLITICAL ANALYST

President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent national address has put South Africa’s global positioning back in the spotlight — especially in relation to the United States. In his speech, Ramaphosa warned about the growing threat of misinformation and deliberate attempts to distort South Africa’s foreign policy posture. He emphasised that certain groups,…

1 Dec 14 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH BILLY CLAASEN -EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: RURAL AND FARMWORKERS DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION

The Rural and Farmworkers Development Organization (RFDO) has announced the death of 47-year-old Gref Tshiamo Sebipo, a farmworker from Oudam Farm outside Citrusdal in the Cederberg area. According to RFDO, Mr. Sebipo is believed to have been the victim of a hit-and-run incident on a farm road under suspicious circumstances.

1 Dec 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH JACQUI UYS- DA TSHWANE CAUCUS CHIEF WHIP

The DA in Tshwane has announced it will lodge a formal fraud case against the municipality’s deputy mayor, Eugene Modise, after a forensic report found that he allegedly benefited from a contract awarded by the city.

1 Dec 16 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH NKULULEKO NTSHANGASE (TRYMORE)

Nkululeko Ntshangase, known professionally as Trymore, is a rising South African music artist making waves in the AfroBeats and Afro-Soul scene. Hailing from Durban, Pinetown – Kwasanti, Trymore fuses traditional African rhythms with contemporary beats and heartfelt storytelling, creating a sound that is both globally appealing and authentically African. Influenced…

28 Nov 24 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH PEARL THUSI

Pearl Thusi continues to solidify her status as one of South Africa’s most dynamic talents, seamlessly excelling as an actress, model, entrepreneur, and DJ. Known for her captivating presence both on screen and behind the decks, Thusi has recently emerged as a global DJ sensation, enthralling audiences 10:35 and personal…

28 Nov 10 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH TEBOGO MASHILOPANE( national leader of FOSA)

South African authorities have launched an investigation into allegations that one of former president Jacob Zuma’s daughters, Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, misled several men into travelling to Russia, where they were allegedly forced to fight in the war in Ukraine. The case was opened by Zuma’s other daughter, Nkosazana Zuma-Mncube, who filed…

28 Nov 9 min