The Daily Discourse

Every year, the scientists and insitutions around the country help the South African National Biodiversity Institute to track the rich ecosystems, genetic diversity and species of our nation. This study provides evidence-based insights to guide policy, strengthen governance, and mobilise collective action across government, business, and civil society. This year marks the 20th anniversary of this...

As we get closer to the festive break, the team thought to bring you a story that may spread festive cheer for our listeners who have a soft spot for pets. Our next guest will speak to us about their work as an animal rescue and their latest collaboration with Lucky Hustle to house man's best friend into their forever homes. So far, two dogs (Buster and Oscar) have found their forever homes. There...

Last week the ANC’s National General Council resolved that those who are members of the South African Communist Party sitting in joint election structures, must recuse themselves. This follows the SACP’s decision to go it alone in the next local government elections. Let's take a listen to what ANC President Cyril Ramaphosa said regarding the issue at the NGC… Speaking at the NG...

Our next guest hails from the streets of Tembisa, Gauteng and started his journey as a volunteer at Tembisa Info Radio before joining the growing powerhouse, YFM. He brought us megahits, acted on several household TV favorites and found record labels. He has become a cultural icon who juggles radio, entrepreneurship, writing new books and making music. This morning, he shares his latest EP: &ldquo...

As we begin to wrap the year, we reflect on the state of the public service. In 2025, we have seen multiple legal processes investigating failures within public entities. We have seen proceedings investigating the fitness of office for public officials. This is where we have heard testimonies reflecting the abuse of power, intimidation of junior officials, sexual harrassment/violence claims withou...

Last week we received a call from Javu Mthombeni who is a resident of Mukhomi village in Malumulele in the province of Limpopo. He was telling us about a road project taking place in his area without any of them knowing about it. The residents are suspicious because they say that the road is only along the mayor’s house and his second wife.  Guest: Javu Mthombeni – Resident of Muk...

As we reflect on a successful G20 Leaders Summit in South Africa, we take a moment to bring you behind the scenes at the G20 Media centre where our very own Lerato Tsebe spoke to some of the powerful players at the global showpiece. She sat down with the Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat on some of the economic breakthroughs made during South Africa’s G...

G20 WRAP: BTS OF THE LEADERS SUMMIT During our time at the G20 Media Centre, we had a privilege to speak to some of the 42 foreign missions who had sent delegations to South Africa during the G20 Leaders Summit. On the sidelines of the Summit, our G20 correspondent Lerato Tsebe spoke to Ms Oh Hyun-Joo, a senior representative of the South Korean delegation that visited South Africa during the G20...

The Transformation of South Africa’s Monetary Architecture Report   A new research report from the National Planning Commission has unpacked South Africa's complex financial ecosystem and proposes ways that it can be transformed to benefit more people as well as address inequality The concept of ‘monetary architecture’ is introduced as a means to understand the architec...

This morning, Bryan Hirsch is back! This morning, Bryan will be discussing: If you are lucky enough to get a Christmas Bonus, what should you be considering? Guest (STUDIO): Bryan Hirsch - Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch,Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited ( www.bhca.co.za )

Our next guest will set the scene of this industrial fortress and share PRASA's vision for rail modernization. He will share why local manufacturing matters, impact on  commuters; strategic importance of the Gibela factory and their plans beyond 600 trains. To share their insight, we joined by… Guest: Hishaam Emeran - Group CEO, PRASA

Let us bring you some of the people who get to experience this factory on a daily basis. Our next guests will share their personal journeys into engineering and what it is like to be part of this operation. They will talk about breaking barriers; how they overcame stereotypes; the impact this work has on surrounding communities and their future career aspirations. They will share their advice for...

Our next guest is part of the supply chain industry and benefit from the footprint of the Gibela Factory. BFG Africa is a supplier of composite and fibreglass materials. Another company benefiting from Gibela's footprint in the community is Mbele & Sons which is a service provider from the local community. We welcome them to share their story... Guest: Bongani Khoza - Managing Director at BFG...

In an effort to restore Johannesburg to its former economic glory, the City of Johannesburg is rolling out what they call “Meet the City” Investment Retention Programme. The team spearheading this initiative fall under the City’s Department of Economic Development. Their aim is the fast-tracking and prioritization of projects through the strengthening of investor support mechanis...

As we continue our broadcast, we turn our attention to a Commemoration of another ANC stalwart: the 12th anniversary of former President Nelson Mandela's passing. Our next guest has penned an opinion piece on the legacy, the leadership failures, the crisis we are seeing amongst the political elite and the decline of the political party. He argues that many of South Africa's current issues stem fro...

Guest: Alita  Miller - Country Head of UN Women South Africa  

Prof. Thuli Madonsela, Professor of Law and the Law Trust Chair in Social Justice at Stellenbosch University.

Guest: Sindisiwe Chikunga, Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities    

Guest: Javu Baloyi, Spokesperson for the Commission for Gender Equality      

Professor Siona O'Connell from the University of Pretoria directed a documentary entitled, UnRest which premiered in Europe focusing on the debate around human remains that were unearthed in 2003 believed to be of slaves and displaced individuals from the 18th and 19th century. The remains were found in Prestwich Street in Green Point, Cape Town and sparked debate between institutional archeologis...

Last week Friday on the eve of the G20 summit, President Cyril urged African leaders to unite and speak with one voice to improve sustainable development on the continent. He was speaking at a reception dinner hosted for African Heads of State where he went on to say that they need to use the G20 to advance the continent’s collective agenda.  Guest: Dr Frank Lekaba - Senior Lecturer in...

Our next guest hails from KwaZulu-Natal. At just 2 years old, hr lost his eyesight and has been making his way through life in complete darkness. However, his light of hope and refuge became music. His mother enrolled him into a music school for the blind and that is where his love for the guitar began.   He reached out to us on the open line to share his journey in music, limited opportuniti...

According to the Statistics South Africa, gambling has become South Africa's dominant leisure expenditure, accounting for over half (55%) of household spending on recreation, sport, and culture. In the past 12 months, reports of people seeking rehabilitation has shot up by 55%. There is also human and social cost of gambling:  broken families, financial ruin, mental health issues, and increas...

We are coming to you live from the Birchwood Hotel on OR Tambo Conference centre where civil society is organisations have gathered ahead of the G20 summit. They are calling on governments to prioritize among other issues, climate justice and debt reduction for low-income countries and poverty alleviation.  Guest(OB): Munjodzi Mutandiri - Senior Programme Advisor at the Southern African Liais...