Carol Ofori

Carol Ofori chatted with multi-award-winning comedian, Vafa Naraghi. He delved into how his first comedy break was in Durban. He revealed how he was given his first break by East Coast favourite, Carvin Goldstone. Interestingly enough, his first experience on stage didn't go too well... LISTEN | Carol Ofori chats to multi-award-winning comedian Vafa Naraghi

Carol Ofori chatted with Pindiwe Filtane as her Woman Crush Wednesday. Filtane is  one of just five South African women chosen for the 2024 Tech Woman Program by the US State Department, representing KZN on a global stage. While she started in IT, she pivoted into the timber industry after a significant life loss. She began her journey for her husband, but has grown stronger and stronger in coming...

Carol Ofori spoke with Varsha Haridass, Senior Social Worker at The SAVF KZN Social Services, located in Pietermaritzburg about her experience with children and families going without food. Haridass explained that the daily struggles some families endure to secure just one meal.

Carol Ofori spoke to registered paediatric dietitian Megan Marshall about the importance of proper nutrition for children - especially during the December holidays when school feeding programmes pause. The conversation ties into East Coast Radio’s Season of Sharing 2025: Feeding Smiles, in proud partnership with Pick n Pay - an initiative that ensures children across KZN don’t go hungry when schoo...

In this inspiring Women Crush Wednesday episode, Carol Ofori sits down with the multi-talented Adheema Davis - an architect, academic, entrepreneur, and wellness advocate who truly wears many hats and wears them all beautifully. From designing meaningful spaces as co-director of Auta Architecture, to pioneering wellness through Moon Chocolates, South Africa’s first seed-cycling brand, Adheema shar...

This festive season, East Coast Radio is helping fill more than just hearts - we’re filling plates across KZN with Season of Sharing 2025: Feeding Smiles, in partnership with Pick n Pay. When school feeding programmes pause over the holidays, thousands of children are left without a daily meal. But together, we can change that. Last year, you helped raise over R1.15 million - and this year, the go...

What happens when your high school WhatsApp group turns into a fashion copycat club? One listener from Richards Bay says every time someone buys something new, one friend rushes out to get the exact same thing — and posts it like it’s her own. Now the group’s gone quiet and started sharing privately. But is that fair… or are they the real skebengas?

Carol Ofori catches up with Nomalanga Shozi, who’s just been announced as the co-host of the Miss South Africa Grand Finale alongside Pamela Mtanga. Known for her infectious energy and polished presenting style, Nomalanga reflects on her journey from lighting up the Metro FM Awards stage to the BET Awards red carpet and now stepping into one of the biggest hosting gigs in the country.

In this inspiring Women Crush Wednesday episode, Carol Ofori sits down with trailblazer Jasmeena Shiba - the first female director of Royal Tyres, South Africa’s oldest tyre dealership. From her years in London’s tech world to steering a family legacy and empowering women in the motor industry, Jasmeena shares her journey of leadership, resilience, and purpose. She opens up about breaking barriers...

In this powerful Women Crush Wednesday conversation, Carol Ofori sits down with Vera Nagtegaal - CEO of Vouch, ultra-marathon runner, and breast cancer survivor, who shares how she balanced stepping into a new leadership role while fighting for her life. From eight Comrades Marathons to eight rounds of chemotherapy, a double mastectomy, and an incredible recovery, Vera’s story is one of resilience...

In this week's edition of Women Crush Wednesday Carol Ofori sits down with Carlin Mynhardt, the heart behind and founder of Angels Care KZN, a story of turning pain into purpose.

This Women Crush Wednesday Carol Ofori was joined by multi-award winning film fixer and powerhouse Nerusha Maharaj Sadapal, the driving force behind the record-breaking KZN 48 Hour Film Project.

Selvan Naicker, who wished his wife Julane a happy 50th live on Carol Ofori's surprised us all by arriving at the station with lots of cake for everyone! Selvan wanted to express his gratitude to Carol and her team for making Julane's birthday so special!

Selvan Naicker's wife, Julane celebrated her 50th birthday only two days after losing her mother. Selvan made the day for his wife extra special with a beautiful, surprise birthday wish live on Carol Ofori's show.

In celebration of Heritage Month, Carol Ofori welcomed the sensational, award-winning Yovani Naidoo into studio! Yovani be shared her story, her music, and performed live, leaving everyone in goosebumps!

Heritage Month vibes in full swing! Today, Dries Laas joined Carol Ofori in studio to chat all things Boeremusiek, and he even treated us to a special live performance. From concertina to guitar, Dries brings South Africa’s musical heritage to life, and it was such a joy celebrating this sound with him on air.

In this week’s edition of Women Crush Wednesday, Carol Ofori celebrates Makhosi Msimangov - Founder & Managing Director of Ndzenga Tours and Safaris (Pty) Ltd, a company dedicated to authentic cultural heritage tourism experiences. Makhosi is also the Chairperson of the BRICS WBA Tourism Working Group and sits on the Advisory Board of the African Association of Women in Tourism & Hospitality (AAWT...

What a treat! David ‘Qadasi’ Jenkins and Maqhinga Radebe brought the magic of Maskandi straight into studio with Carol Ofori, performing live and sharing the powerful sounds that have taken Qadasi from Zululand to the world.

This Women Crush Wednesday, Carol Ofori sat down with Shareez Bagaria, author of the inspiring new children’s book 'Luna’s Journey'. In studio, Shareez shared how this story of courage and kindness was born, and how her own journey, from HR leader to mountaineer, shaped the book’s message.

Chaos on the N3 near Cliffdale in KZN as truck collides with around 20 cars leaving multiple people entrapped. As Garrith Jamieson from ALS reports, there was then another accident involving three trucks on the other side of the freeway.

In studio with Carol Ofori is our Women Crush Wednesday guest, Aletta Rochat - the first African and only the 10th woman in 100 years to become International President of Toastmasters International. Aletta shares her journey from hobbyist speaker to global leader, and the lessons she’s learned about confidence, leadership, and finding your voice.

From being bullied at school to becoming a world champion. Carol Ofori's Women Crush Wednesday guest Abigail Deneys shared her incredible journey of strength and triumph.

Today’s Women Crush Wednesday guest was Zimkhitha Xwashu, a Durban-based cultural producer and curator who is passionate about creating spaces where art and community connect. She joined Carol to talk about her journey in the arts and the exciting launch of GALLERY CHOSI, opening in Durban tomorrow. What an inspiring conversation with a woman using creativity to build community and opportunity!

Carol Ofori chatted to Jennifer Reddy, the CEO of Morar Incorporated. With over 18 years in the financial sector, she is a multi-talented and multi-award-winning businesswoman. Reddy shared that no one wanted to take on the reins at her company, and that's when she felt she needed to step up for her team. Carol Ofori asks a deep question: How do we step into our brave Jennifer? Jennifer Reddy's 3...

Breaking barriers and leading with heart. Veetha Sewkuran joins Carol Ofori to share her inspiring journey from volunteer to the first female president of the KZN Blind and Deaf Society.