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Our next guest has partnered with the Swedish Institute and Liliesleaf Foundation that has developed an interactive, online web-based experience. PAMOJA is dedicated to strengthen engagement, activism and agency among young people to write new histories for a better world. The launch features an exhibition, panel discussion, a walk-through of the PAMOJA experience and a jazz concert. It will be ac...

A new digital album celebrating the work and legacy of one of South Africa’s most accomplished composers from the 1920s and ’30s era. In the ways, he shaped musical styles and his commentary on everything from popular culture and topical issues of the day to workers’ and civil rights. Yet, for decades his legacy has largely become buried and forgotten in the sound archives of Sou...

There used to be a time where big brands would tell consumers what was cool. Today, consumers expect brands to be more human and want brands that stand for something. According to the 2020 Kantar Purpose report, two-thirds of millennials expressed that what a brand says, how it says it and how it behaves all make a difference. The higher a brand’s emotional intelligence, the more it wins. Ou...

Our next guest says her interest in agriculture peaked when her mother attended a United Nation Summit on the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. Upon her return home, she asked: “What can I do to ensure that affordable, health food is available to all?” With the help of the Urban Agriculture Project, she has realized that she could grow vegetables at a commercial scale. She joined a c...

We’ve all heard someone say, “just let go.” If you find yourself doing a massive eye roll every time you hear this, you aren’t alone. The obstacles that people face on a daily basis make it difficult to trust the process of life. It is important to note that surrendering is a choice. Surrender requires trust, and the courage to let go in the circumstances. Thich Nhat Hanh d...

#AyepyepLifestyle (Club in hot water after recruiting post is exclusionary of plus size women) #PhoenixMassacre (DA has been called out for racist campaign posters) #SAFA (Organization finalizing plans for the return of fans to stadiums | PSL issued a statement stating that games will not be open to spectators) #SADC (President Ramaphosa says the regions will not tolerate acts of terrorism) Guest:...

Experiential learning is an engaged learning process whereby students “learn by doing” and later reflect on the experience. It has been widely-discussed amongst teachers whether there is a need to introduce entrepreneurship education at an early age. It has sparked a genuine public interest in educating the future innovative thinkers. Our next guest has created a MBA project with the p...

Public schools have been struggling to provide adequate psychosocial and remedial support to accommodate children living with autism, ADHD or dyslexia. Many children have fallen through the cracks and are lost in the education system as a result. The COVID-19 pandemic transitioned teaching and learning to online classes, isolating many learners from the limited resources available. How have childr...

#EasternCape (Sports facility worth R15 million in the Enouch Mgijima Municipality under scrutiny) #FacebookWhistleblower (Frances Haugen testified at the US Congress yesterday) #NathanielJulies (Key state witness has been issued a warrant of arrest) #DaveChapelle (Legendary comedian launches new special on Netflix) Guest:   Bongani Drama - Social Commentator

  #Makhadzi (Twitter stands up for star after being body shamed) #MaMkhize (video footage has emerged of the RoyalAM CEO paying bonuses after PSL game) #Konka (Kasi Economy Group sparked debate in tweet on Soweto being a millionaire’s playground) #JSCInterviews (Public interviews are being held for the remaining vacancies within the Judiciary) Guest:   Busisiwe Radebe - Social Comm...

As spiritual beings having a human incarnation, we have an optimal frequency that occurs when our cells vibrate at the frequency they are intended. This energy field has its own vibrational frequency influenced by our moods, attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions. In a postmodern culture focused on fulfilling the material needs of individuals, it has become important to invest in the development of r...

The Western Cape Department of Agriculture has joined the rest of the world in observing World Rabies Day 2021. The Western Cape Department of Agriculture's Veterinary Services aims to vaccinate 70 000 pets this year. Therefore, it will host regular rabies vaccination outreaches in communities across the Western Cape that do not have easy access to veterinary services. Guest: Dr Gininda Msiza - He...

  #Boity & #Bujy (Rapper allegedly assaulted by a media personality in a hotel incident) #UDM & #IFP (Parties unveil manifestos ahead of Local Government Elections 2021) #CapeIndependence (Eight political parties throwing their weight behind movement) #UKRedList (SA may be removed off extensive conditions this week after bilateral talks) Guest:   Atlehang Molefe - Social Commenta...

  When we hear the word courage, we most commonly visualize scenarios around defending ourselves or others from attack — physical, verbal, emotional or psychological. Yet, our personal courage ranges deeper than just fight or flight. When triggered, it can have significant positive benefits for our health and wellbeing, opportunities for success and our ability to move forward from the...

  Our next guest has partnered with the Justice Climate Coalition to challenge the government to transform its harmful energy and mining sector to ensure a more socially, economically and ecologically just future for the next generation. It has outlined its concerns in an open letter to the Parliamentary Committee on Mineral Resources and Energy, the Minister of the Department of Mineral Reso...

Our next guest partnered with the Hugh Masekela Heritage Foundation and photographer, Brett Rubin to tell the story of migration through the streets of central Johannesburg and reflects on the roots of the city being embedded in migrant labour. The series of animated shorts explores the idea of a physical space being passed over different generations of migrants. A constant architectural cityscape...

The Poetry Africa International Festival sets the stage for poetry with a curatorial focus on quality, variety, renewal, and reflection. Poetry Africa offers a stage for well-established wordsmiths and emerging poets give audiences an overview of modern poetry's new developments. The Festival aims to be a voice of social change and redress by engaging pertinent issues of the time.  Due to Cov...

#DojaCat (Artist performs at Global Citizen Live & calls on world leaders to fight hunger in Africa) #WillSmith (Actor sets list of girlfriends citing Michaela Boehm, Halle Berrry and Misty Copeland) #LungiNaidoo (Songtress releases multi-genre EP entitled Courage) #PearlThusi (Actress shares her displeasure surrounding men asking to share her hubbly) #Sjava (Rapper share his appreciation for...

By 2018, Wildlife Ranching South Africa estimated the value of game processing at R4.5 billion annually. This growth is predominantly due to consumer demand for healthier, GMO-free, low-fat protein. The increased demand and supply of game meat contributes to rewilded landscapes, rural economic development, job creation, and food security. With wildlife tourism heavily impacted by the pandemic, the...

Deaf Awareness Month seeks to promote cognizance of the rights of deaf people in South Africa by educating the public about hearing loss, deafness, deaf culture and sign language. The aim is to make sure that hearing people understand deafness and the culture of the deaf community to endorse and uphold their rights. South Africa has a well-established deaf community, with more than 4 million deaf...

#DrSandileButhelezi (Department of Health official placed on suspension for his role in the Digital Vibez scandal) #ANCManifesto (Governing Party launches manifesto and the last of the big three parties) #DesmondTutu (Famous Cape Town mural of the former Archbishop defaced with racist slur) #RamiChuene (Actress is a newlywed and Twitter swoons at her pictures) Guest:   Busisiwe Radebe - Socia...

Our next guest argues that our country sells its stunning scenery and wildlife such as Kruger National Park and Table Mountain to international tourists. However, easy access to nature has not been a given to local communities. There is a critical linkage between nature, language and heritage. Further, the resources required to visit our natural heritage tends to be out of reach for the average So...

Did you know that your oral health offers clues about your overall health? September is National Oral Health Month and time to pay extra attention to our dental routine. 90% of South Africans experience cavities and gum disease at some point in their lifetime. Gum disease has been linked to coronary heart disease, adverse pregnancy outcomes and diabetes. Our next guest says that early genetic test...

#LewisHamilton (Seven-time world champion wins 100th race in Russia) #DA (Second biggest political party launches political manifesto ahead of LGE2021) #CastleRugbyChampionships (Springboks lose narrowly to the All Blacks in 100th Rugby Test Match #NZLvRSA100) #EFF (Third biggest political party unveils Winnie Mandela House as new HQ & manifesto) Guest:   Gugulethu Sihlali - Social Commen...