The Daily Discourse

GUEST: Dr Nechama Brodie: Journalist & Academic, she is also the author of “Femicide in South Africa” and “Domestic Terror”

GUEST: Professor Thokozani Majozi:  Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Internationalisation at UCT

GUEST: Dr Saadiq Kariem: Chief Operating Officer. Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

GUEST: Cassandra Gudlhuza: author of Unfathered: Surviving Paternal Brutality to a Life Reclaimed and Unshamed, a memoir about paternal abuse, family silence and gender-based violence in South Africa

GUEST: Khadija Patel: Director of Alamina Strategy, a newly established public policy advisory firm

GUEST: Sashin Maharaj: Terricia Govender family friend

The latest case involves missing runner Elizabeth Tsontso Mosela-kgomo, whose remains were found near the R21. A suspect has already been arrested in one of the murders, but investigators have yet to establish whether these cases are connected or share a similar modus operandi. So, how do investigators begin piecing together a case like this — and what clues could ultimately lead them to the...

Tech research company World Wide Worx has taken a closer look at our online shopping habits. And while internet access has grown significantly, the research suggests there are still some important barriers stopping many of us from fully embracing the convenience of shopping online. Guest: Arthur Goldstuck, CEO and Founder of Worldwide Worx

The newspaper reports that children as young as 13 are allegedly creating sexually explicit content for adult platforms such as OnlyFans to make money. Child protection experts are deeply concerned, warning that the consequences could be devastating and long-lasting — even if these children don’t fully understand the risks right now. Guest: Danie Van Loggerenberg: Managing Director of...

Olympic winner, Tatyana Smith has lawyered up after accusing Swimming South Africa of withholding hundreds of thousands of the world's champion's prize money for over a year. When they finally paid her, there was no interest paid. Smith's lawyer and Director at Hurter Spies Inc, Wian Spies speaks on their legal challenge.  

Second-hand smoke is linked to 1.7 million deaths globally. Joanne Joseph speaks to Consultant Pulmonologist at Groote Schuur Hospital and Researcher at University of Cape Town (UCT) Lung Institute, Prof Richard Van Zyl Smit on this.     

With the rising cost of living, drivers are opting to buy second-hand tyres. Tyre, Equipment, Parts Association (TEPA) Central Region Vice Chairperson, Matthew de Rouwe speaks to Joanne Joseph about the risk of purchasing used tyres.    

The ConCourt is due to make a judgment on whether Nelson Mandela's personal items can be auctioned. Joanne Joseph is in conversation with Heritage expert and Senior lecturer at the Department of African studies and Linguistics at UCT, Dr Duane Jethro.  

KwaZulu-Natal is concerned about political killings ahead of the local government elections in November. Joanne Joseph is in conversation with KZN police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda.     

South African researcher, project leader for the Indlulamithi South Africa Scenarios Trust,  Xolelwa Kashe- Katiya warns of a possible vulture-culture in the country's governance. 

Do you always accept cookies on websites? South African digital forensics and cybersecurity specialist and professor at the North-West University, Prof Danny Myburgh says it's not necessary and the website will work the same. By accepting cookies you are allowing the site to track your location and other details.

Corrie Jansen from Crème Chef Apparel is in conversation with Joanne Joseph about their apparel sponsorship for the #MasakhaneTeam who are heading to the culinary olympics on

Joanne Joseph is in conversation with Chefs Elizabeth Ncube and Ethan Joseph about the gruelling training they have endured and continue to endure ahead of the 2026 Culinary World Cup taking place in November

Expert in child and family care and Senior lecturer at the University of Pretoria, Dr Jenita Chiba gives insights into raising children according to their gender and what is needed for men to be able to express their emotions.  

President of South African Chefs, Coo Pillay speaks to Joanne Joseph about the upcoming Culinary Olympics in Luxembourg in November.  

General Manager at the NH Hotel in Sandton, Don Jesseman speaks to Joanne Joseph about the vast kitchen where the  #MasakhaneTeam will be putting their cooking skills    

Joanne Joseph is in conversation with Chef Pheyo Pooe the skills and experience he hopes to get at the 2026 Culinary World Cup taking place in November in Luxembourg

Head of Portfolio at the Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA), Andries Sekgetho speaks to Joanne Joseph about the audit process.

Mam' Gcina Mhlophe is going to receive Poetry Africa’s 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award. She is in conversation with Joanne Joseph