Better Together with Ntombi M

There are increasing concerns about how children's use of AI tools for homework, translations, and word meanings may impact their capacity to comprehend what they read, expand their vocabulary, and speak confidently. Even while AI can facilitate learning, kids still need to learn how to comprehend information and think independently. We talk to Dariol Wicomb, Oxford University Press's dictionaries...

The fifth episode of Kayise Ngqula's After Dark with Kayise, "Marriage and the Law," is accessible on the SABC Plus app. It examines the relationship between marriage, grief, and the law, emphasizing widows' experiences, difficulties with in-laws, inheritance, wills, and the legal rights of surviving spouses. We had a conversation to Sister-in-Law's creator, lawyer Tebello Motshwane, explores the...

Are learners being held accountable for their behaviour, and are parents supporting teachers when it comes to discipline

On November 7 and 8, 2026, Raphefo Selebi from Mogwase in the North West will marry Onalenna.

Today, we reflect on Hike for Her, an initiative by the Owam Govender Foundation, which supports young girls by addressing period poverty and providing essential hygiene products through dignity packs. Following the hike held on 3 October, we speak to founder Owam Govender about the initiative’s impact. We are joined on the line by founder, Owam Govender.

We are now joined by a former winner, Kuhle Tshambula to unpack the journey from school to the national final, how the experience shaped her, and the opportunities the competition offers learners, including investment prizes and university bursaries.

To find out more about the Foundation’s purpose, its relationship with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority, and why it supports the National Financial Literacy Speech Competition, we’re joined by Dr Alex Mathole, Deputy Chair of the Financial Services Consumer Education Foundation.

The Financial Sector Conduct Authority’s National Financial Literacy Speech Competition celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, equipping young South Africans with financial knowledge and the confidence to share what they know. To reflect on the competition’s journey, its impact on learners and the vision for the next generation, we’re joined by Lyndwill Clarke, Departmental H...

Anonymous wants set healthy boundaries with his former partner without creating conflict, while ensuring their daughter’s needs are met and his marriage is also protected.

If you are co-parenting with someone and are now married or in a new relationship, who comes first: is it your child or your current partner?

#BetterTogether goes live from the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg on Friday, 9 October, for the FSCA’s National Financial Literacy Speech Competition. Today, we speak to former winner Kesaobaka Maamogwa about the Competition’s impact on young people.

Readings with Mkhulu Manzolwandle.

Following violent abuse, Anonymous issues an apology.

At your age right now, what were your parents doing when they were your age, and how does that compare to where you are in life today?

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among South African women, yet fears and myths can sometimes stop women from getting symptoms checked early. With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re joined by Professor Jackie Smilg, Former Chairperson of the Breast Imaging Society of South Africa, to talk about knowing your breasts, early detection and some of the common fe...

#BetterTogether will be coming to you live from the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg on Friday, the 9th of October where the Financial Sector Conduct Authority is celebrating a decade of empowering young people through the National Financial Literacy Speech Competition. For 10 years, the competition has equipped Grade 11 learners from Quintile 1 to 4 schools across South Africa with important financial...

Tebele Makhetha is an attorney, corporate affairs executive, speaker and now author of her debut memoir, I Choose Life.   In the book, Tebele opens up about her experience with breast cancer, motherhood, divorce, faith and the life lessons that came with navigating some of her most challenging seasons.   It’s a story about resilience, healing, identity and finding the courage to ke...

Can your current earnings handle another increase in the cost of living?

On top of the drugs, my brother has now become involved in gambling and is also drinking heavily; I’m worried that if we don't intervene, we may lose him completely.

Married people, what part of yourself did you have to let go of in order to make your marriage work?   Or did you remain yourself without changing anything?

Elevate-HER is a pioneering South African initiative bringing together women from different generations, professions and life experiences to take on the Seven Volcanic Summits. After successfully conquering Mount Kilimanjaro, the team is now preparing for Pico de Orizaba in Mexico, as they work to inspire women and girls to challenge barriers, build confidence and pursue bold dreams.

My incarcerated boyfriend wants us to get married but he doesn’t want any of my family members to know.

Are you in a relationship with someone behind bars, or would you consider it?

We are currently in Eye Care Awareness Month, which runs from 23 September to 18 October, shining a spotlight on the importance of looking after our eye health. There are growing concerns around the global rise in myopia, particularly among children and young people, and the increased risk of serious conditions such as retinal detachment.

Shatadi Kganyago is a PR professional whose research looks at how cultural diversity shapes communication in South African workplaces.   Her research explores how differences in language, values and communication styles can influence the way colleagues understand and engage with one another.   As we close off Heritage Month, we’re looking at how we can better understand and embrace...