The Hlanganani Show

Ndabezinhle Mwelase was joined by Professor Mncedisi Maphalala, MUT’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Engagement, for a discussion on the purpose and impact of the MUT Reading Competition. The conversation explored how participating schools were identified through community engagement initiatives, the importance of university-community partnerships, and the role of reading compreh...

on the Hlanganani Mid-Day Show MR Khomo and Dube had a conversation about blood transfusions. Who qualifies to donate blood. The risks in receiving blood transfusions and what type of people need this blood. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Mr. Mavundla joined Nomfundo to speak up the industry and career based on ICT. Ma Mavundla told Nomfundo that it is important for student to acquire a skill of implementing what is learnt in class in the real world. He also said that any student could fit in ah IT world but you must be willing to work as IT complements Mathematics www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

ADNASA had interesting conversation with Musa from the human rights commission on the Hlanganani Mid-Day Show. Their conversation involved what inspired the idea to collaborate with MUT, what is expected of them and what they'll leave the MUT students with. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

ADNASA was live at the learning commons interviewing Mrs Cindy Delomoney on the Hlanganani Mid-Day Show about the human rights champions training. She mentioned what was expected of the champions. What is human rights and even gave out an example that has happened before. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Ms Yvonne Phungula, Co-Coordinator at DUT, joins MUT Radio to share her experiences and insights on entrepreneurship. She speaks about the importance of supporting and nurturing student entrepreneurs as they prepare for the competition. She also wishes her students the very best as they take on the challenge and represent DUT. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Mrs Mthembu, Student Entrepreneurship Coordinator at MUT, joins MUT Radio to unpack what entrepreneurship means to her personally. She also highlights the preparations that took place for the regional Innovarsity Entrepreneurship Competition, sharing insights into the journey and support provided to the participating students. She concludes by wishing the students the very best as they represent M...

Refelwe, a postgraduate diploma student at Mangosuthu University of Technology, specialising in Freshwater Management, joins the Hlanganani Midday Show to discuss her ongoing research. She shares her research journey, highlights the progress she has made so far, and reflects on her experience presenting her work at GCERR 2026, where she emerged as the winner in her presentation category. www.mut.a...

Mahlatse Nkosi from the International Water Institute joins Awethu to share her experience and insights on Turning Nature-based Solutions into Currency: Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Co-benefits of Scaling Water Bunds in Kenya Rangelands. She explains her experience working with water bunds in Kenya, how these nature-based solutions support communities and rangelands, and the role they can pla...

Dr Sthembile Nkosi, Lecturer in the Nature Conservation Department and Chairperson of the Global Congress on Ecosystems, Rehabilitation and Restoration (GCERR), joins Awethu on MUT Radio to tell listeners more about GCERR and what the 2026 programme has in store. She highlights the importance of the congress, the people and organisations who have contributed to making it possible, and some of the...

Adnasa had an interesting conversation with Nurse Blose, they conversed about the service that students get from the local clinic in D section, as well as precautions they should take. She left a impactful message for the students that will guide them through life. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

On the Hlanganani Mid-Day Show Olwethu Dube had a conversation with Yandani. An up and coming artist. He shared his vision and he's experience so far in the music industry. He also shared the plans he has for his journey. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Dr. Nompumelelo Nzimande joins the Hlanganani Midday Show to provide insight into the work of USINGA and its role in addressing substance abuse within communities. She also discusses the research she conducted in the Umlazi community, sharing the key findings and highlighting the realities uncovered during the study. Drawing from the research, Dr. Nzimande offers practical recommendations on how c...

Sphiwe, a recovering former drug addict, joins Awethu on MUT Radio to share his powerful and emotional life story. He opens up about how his struggle with substance abuse began, the devastating impact it had on his life, and the difficult path that ultimately led to a 15-year prison sentence. He also reflects on the harsh realities and painful experiences of life behind bars, sharing the lessons t...

Prof. Nkonki Mandleni joins MUT Radio to discuss the purpose and impact of the Substance Abuse Awareness Programme. She explains how the initiative was conceptualised in response to the growing challenges of substance abuse within the Umlazi community and the need to educate and empower young people. Prof. Mandleni also highlights the programme's key activities, the positive impact it has had, and...

On the Hlanganani Mid-Day Show, Jojo hosted Ms. Sokhela, who was spreading awareness about HIV and the prevention methods that are available. She elaborated on what PrEP is and demystified the misconceptions surrounding it. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Jabulile Khambule, Founder of the Vukani Community Centre, joined MUT Radio to express her heartfelt gratitude for the support received from Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) and the AIDS Foundation of South Africa. During the interview, she reflected on the history of the Vukani Community Centre, highlighting its role in uplifting and serving the local community over the years. She also s...

Ms Ramogopeng, Programmes Manager at AIDS Foundation South Africa joins Awethu on MUT Radio as we celebrate Mandela Day. She also expresses her excitement in partnering with MUT and Vukani Community Projects, highlighting their contribution to the success of the day. She also shares about their Mandela project for the whole of July. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Dr Shozi Joins MUT Radio in Celebration of Mandela Day. He highlights the importance of commemorating this day, also explaining how the CEAD department decided on visiting the Vukani Community Project. He further shares about some of the projects they have in the department www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Olwethu Dube was joined by Nathi MaQ, an up and coming artist. He was talking about his love for music and how he came about his name. He exclusively shared that he is working on new project right now with the sane artists he has worked with before. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

He spoke on his understanding and belief in Pride month, as well as the challenges he had to overcome being a proud gay men. As he was closing he left a message for students, not only students in the LGBTQIA + but the when students of MUT www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Dr Jaya explained what STIs stands for, how it is transmitted and how it can be prevented. She further talked about the myths around STIs and the stigma around getting tested. She left a key message to the students about sexual health. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

on the Hlanganani Mid-Day Show, Promise G hosted an informative discussion on antibiotic adherence, focusing on the importance of taking antibiotics correctly and completing the full prescribed course. The interview explored antibiotic resistance, the dangers of self-medication, common myths about antibiotics, and practical ways students can protect their health through responsible antibiotic use....

Mr Jali, Principal of Nonopha Senior Primary School joins MUT Radio with excitement as MUT visited his school. He shares a brief background of the school. He also briefs about the importance of the reading competition and how it assist learners from his school. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm

Mr Ndaba who is the KwaSanti Circuit manager in the Basic Department of Education joins Awethu on the show. He discusses the importance of reading in Primary schools. He also shares gratitude to MUT for these initiatives in the previously disadvantaged communities. He also shares challenges faced by their circuit when it comes to literacy. www.mut.ac.za · iono.fm