5 Mid Mornings

There are some foods that people have VERY strong opinions about. Oysters. Olives. Blue cheese. Mushrooms. Tripe. Anchovies. Even coriander. You either love them, or you absolutely cannot understand why anyone would willingly put them in their mouth.  But then there are the foods we’ve convinced ourselves we’re supposed to like. Maybe you order the oysters...

Remember when hobbies were just hobbies? You read a book because you enjoyed it. You went for a run because it felt good. You cooked because you were hungry. You painted because you felt like painting. And more than that, hobbies were things you took part in for the fun of it and for escaping the stresses of the world.  But now, it seems like everything has to come with a...

Concert season is officially back, the weather is warming up, and South Africa is becoming a serious stop for some of the biggest names in music. We’ve had artists like Doja Cat bring her show to Pretoria, and now we’ve got names like J. Cole and Limp Bizkit on the calendar, alongside artists like Bryan Adams and Boyz II Men. But with all these concerts, festivals and live experiences...

It’s voting season, and as I’m going through manifestos and educating myself on who’s saying what, I started thinking… politicians really aren’t politicians the way they used to be. Back then, you saw them on the news, in Parliament, at political rallies or giving formal speeches. Now, politicians have Instagram, TikTok and X accounts where w...

Mbalenhle Mkhatshwa, affectionately known as Mbali, is the founder of Mballet, a dance academy rooted in Tembisa that uses ballet as a tool for much more than performance. Mbali first fell in love with ballet at just six years old, introduced to the art by her mother, who saw dance as a way to give her discipline, confidence and a sense of possibility. Today, she is p...

Has Modern Convenience Made Us Less Resilient? Food arrives in minutes. Groceries come to our door. Dating happens with a swipe, and AI can plan our holidays, write our emails and answer almost anything. Life has never been more convenient. But are we becoming less patient and less resilient because of it? Think about it: When was the last time you memorised a phone n...

Are Energy Drinks Really As Bad As People Say? If you've ever pulled an all-nighter for exams, had an early morning shift, or needed a boost before gym, chances are you've reached for an energy drink. I ask this because if I’m being very honest with you… I have atleast one energy drink a day. I know I know its bad and my pharmacist told me this the other day but I...

Are we becoming obsessed with nostalgia because the past was actually better? Because the present feels overwhelming? Or because some things are simply timeless? And what’s one thing from the past you’d bring back immediately if you could?

If you took Maths Lit instead of Pure Maths, did it limit your options, or did it work out just fine?

A few years ago, phrases like "protect your peace," "set boundaries," "prioritise your mental health," and "that's toxic" became part of our everyday vocabulary. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. Therapy language has helped many of us recognise unhealthy relationships, communicate our needs better, and take our mental health more seriously. Words like boundaries , gaslighting , triggers and...

Fresh off hosting one of the biggest events of the weekend, Zaneta Potelwa joined us to unpack her Summer experience, from the highs of being on stage to the journey that got her there. She shared how taking a chance on herself, putting herself out there, and shooting her shot opened doors she never imagined.  A conversation filled with lessons, inspiration, and a reminder that sometimes all...

Nokwanda Khumalo is a corporate executive, entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Soul Speaks, as well as the author and curator of Leading with Grace: A Soul Speaks Anthology , which brings together the stories of 32 remarkable South African women and explores leadership, resilience, purpose and courage.  Joining her today is Nomkhosi , one of the women featured in the anthology. Nomkhosi is a young...

Actress Mamodibe Ramodibe joins 5 Mid Mornings for a quick chat on a masters paper she wrote on morally complex black women on screen.