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On today’s health segment, we’re taking a closer look at edema swelling caused by fluid building up in the body’s tissues. Dr Portia Nkhwashu explains that although edema can be temporary and harmless in some cases, it can also indicate something more serious.

On Lifestyle Fridays Mpho Molefe and Jones Netshipise talk to ‎the Founder of Bright Crafts Youth Films, Andrew Mabokane Selepe. Commonly known as BCYF, this is a youth-focused creative organisation that uses film, storytelling and the performing arts as platforms to develop young talent and tell meaningful stories from our communities. They are a group of students making storytelling fashionable.

On the Podium, Mpho Molefe and Jones Netshipise get to know a man who doesn’t only participate in karate but is a champion. Sensei Peter talks to them about his love for full contact karate or Kyokushin, and he explains some karate terms to the team as they learn more.

The Executive Mayor of Polokwane municipality Councillor John Mpe has apologised to residents under the municipality who have been affected by power outages. Mpe says he does acknowledge that people deserve better services and a quick response to such challenges like power outages. He says there are unfortunately some incidents that are beyond the control of the municipality as they are nature rel...

Mpho Molefe and Jones Netshipise talk to Zelda Mathebula, a businesswoman who over the years has worked hard to redefining pageantry from being just about looks to being a platform that empowers young women to rise as leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers proving that beauty with purpose can drive real impact. She is celebrated as the Breakfast Champion

South Africa’s broader economic conditions will determine whether the rental property market can maintain its renewed momentum through the rest of 2026. This is despite tenant payment behaviour remaining stable during the first quarter. Rising inflation and interest rate increases is expected to put extra pressure on tenants, and this may put a ceiling on the rental increases landlords and agencie...

In this podcast, King Bash questions our humanity. Over the past couple of years, scammers have found new and creative ways to rob us of our money, with that in mind we still have some empathy in us that we would like to help a stranger with the idea that it will be returned to us. King Bash asks the listeners of the Capricorn Adventure, "what do you do when you see someone crying in public? Do yo...

In this podcast, Tshepi Greg is in conversation with our resident motoring journalist, Prashirwin Naidu, who joins him to introduce his new long-term test vehicle, the Suzuki Dzire, which he'll be putting through its paces over the next three months. He'll also share his thoughts on the Suzuki Fronx as we take a closer look at two of Suzuki's value-for-money offerings. As always, the conversation...

It's Woman’s Month and most conversations are happening around the ecosystem around woman from finances to their socialisation etc, and there’s a think piece by Rika Haasbroek about how we need to rethink the way we view women in community development. Mpho Molefe and Jones Netshipise talk to Rika Haasbroek, Corporate Social Investment Manager at Clover Mama Afrika about this think piece.

On this week’s legal segment, Hlekani was joined by attorney Havy Mohuba to talk about Family Court, what a parent can do when they’re denied access to their child, and what the law says about a parent’s rights. Mohuba says while the courts are there to assist in these matters, it’s important to understand that a court cannot force someone to take a paternity test.

The Consumer Goods and Services Ombud has recorded a record number of complaints in the past financial year but said too many consumers are still being left without redress. The CGSO received more than 15,000 complaints in the 2025/26 financial year, a 26% increase from the previous year. It closed more than 13,000 cases and recovered R12.9 million for consumers through refunds and replacements. M...

On the Elevator Pitch, Mpho Molefe and Jones Netshipise are joined by Teboho Kwetempane, the founder of Dr Kweteps Creatives. They sell Moringa Nutrika Superfoods and Healthy Snacks for a 30 second presentation. They are also joined by Thabelo Raphala, Chartered Accountant, Business Coach and CEO of Eliora to give Teboho some tips

As we celebrate Women's Month - Jones Netshipise and Mpho Molefe are joined by Olivia Ramabulana, Founder of the Mufumakadzi Wothe to talk about the women-led empowerment movement with a drive to support women- to ensure they are seen, heard, allowed to dream, supported and celebrated.

On the Podium, Jones Netshipise and Mpho Molefe are getting to know more about a woman making a big difference behind the scenes in football. Wisani is a football masseuse formerly with Tshakhuma tsha Madzivhandila and other local teams.

The department of Employment and Labour in Limpopo has deported a number of undocumented foreign nationals who were found working on the Polokwane Hospital site. Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, the department's Principal Inspector for Occupational Health and Safety Bumani Maswanganye said what is concerning as well is that some subcontractors are allegedly violating labour laws that include failing t...

Can your one residential property help you create wealth or do you need several properties that are commercial in order to really build wealth? Mpho Molefe and Jones Netshipise are joined by Broker and Owner of Remax, Phillip Schoeman to talk about builing wealth through property.

Mpho Molefe and Jones Nethsipise celebrate the Keo Rapetse Foundation for their Plant Production Skills Training Programme. The programme was introduced in the Mogoto community to equip unemployed youth with practical plant production skills. Learners have completed the theory assessment and are now applying their knowledge through practical training. They are joined by Penelope Mamabolo to tell t...

Complexion, Nhlamulo and Mroks discuss with listeners WhatsApp’s upcoming username feature, which will allow users to connect without immediately sharing their phone numbers. The conversation looks at how the update could improve privacy, how WhatsApp usernames will work, and whether this new way of connecting could change how people communicate and identify each other on the platform.

Complexion Nhlamulo and Mroks, discuss with the case of a 47-year-old man from Boschkop who appeared in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on a charge of attempted murder after allegedly concealing his HIV status from his girlfriend. The conversation looks beyond the courtroom at the wider national and international conversation around HIV awareness, disclosure, trust and responsibility in relationsh...

Lepelle Northern Water has assured residents that the Giyani Water Treatment Plant is fully operational, and refurbishment work is continuing despite recent disruptions caused by a group of former workers protesting over alleged unpaid wages. Speaking to Nghamula Chauke,  Lepelle Northern Water spokesperson Joe Makhafola dismissed claims that the former workers had not been paid for 7 months and c...

Egypt’s reported plans to phase out camel and horse rides at the Pyramids of Giza, looking at the debate around animal welfare and ethical tourism. The conversation asks listeners whether they would still visit the pyramids without the traditional rides and whether they believe phasing them out is the right decision.

Complexion, Nhlamulo and Mroks discuss the hidden financial cost of looking for a job, from spending money on data, transport, printing CVs and attending interviews to borrowing money just to keep applying. The conversation looks at the pressure young job seekers face when they have to spend money they do not have in the hope of securing employment, and whether the cost of job hunting is becoming...

On this episode the team disscusses the pressure of comparing yourself to the standards and lifestyles constantly presented on social media. The conversation looks at how seeing other people’s achievements, relationships, lifestyles and seemingly perfect lives can affect the way we view our own progress, and whether chasing an online standard can leave people feeling like they are not doing enough...

The South African Federation of Trade Unions says it is saddened by the exclusion of organised labour representatives in the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide. The council was appointed by President Cyril Ramaphosa and it is mandated to provide strategic leadership on the elimination of gender-based violence and femicide in South Africa. Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, SAFTU's No...

Employees of the University of South Africa have reached a breaking point due to intense workload and other unfavourable working conditions at the institution. This has been revealed by a survey conducted by Solidarity which says it has called on the government to urgently intervene. Solidarity’s Anique Niemand who is the organisation's Network Organiser for Professional Sector has told Nghamula C...