The Daily Discourse

Rotarians from throughout Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands are in Johannesburg for an international conference with the theme of “World Peace Through Understanding”. How is the Rotary organisation contributing to this theme and what is it exactly that they do?

Yesterday (Tuesday) while talking about different issues on the programme, a few truck drivers phoned in to talk about their conditions of employment and the things they have to deal with on a daily basis. Their cries were almost the same as they felt that nobody was listening to them. Well this morning we get to understand what a truck driver goes through on a daily basis and why they feel ignore...

The Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital will be the home of Radio Lollipop, an international volunteer charity that provides care, comfort, play and entertainment for sick children and young people in hospital. As we know children were dear to Madiba, what role will they be playing at the hospital?

The Durban Business Chamber of Commerce and Industry says it is cracking the whip against unethical business practices. This they say will be done through the launching of a set of business code of ethics. But then how will they monitor that their members will comply to a list? Also what is it that made them come up with this strategy? Guest: Mr Musa Makhunga - In-coming president of the Durban Bu...

Louise Thorpe joins us to discuss innovative teaching and also to explain how technology should be applied to enhance learner-centered education and to encourage creative, self-motivated lifelong learners. Guests (studio): Louise Thorpe, Senior Director of Consulting & Head of Strategic Services at Blackboard Dr Dolf Jordaan, Deputy Director: E-Learning & Media Development, Department for Educatio...

Africa's population is said to be expected to double by 2050 - to two and a half billion. There are pros and cons - a young workforce can produce a "demographic dividend" which can turn around a country's fortunes and lift millions out of poverty, as long as jobs can be created. Africa's fastest growing economy is Ethiopia where there's a grand plan for an industrial revolution to put a young nati...

How should South Africa deal with its current economic situation? Dennis Belter answers this question and he says in order for South Africa to deliver on its mandate to the poor, the social grant system must change. Guest: Dennis Belter, Managing Director, Gadomski Consulting Engineers

Often we see a lot of young people go to cities to seek employment and success as the belief is that cities glitter with gold. But these days we know that the dream of pavements glittering with gold was never true to start with. What hope is there for the rural child seeing sometimes how dire the situation is in the homelands? Guest: Mpho Muthubi – Social Entrepreneur and founder of ‘Empowerment t...

As times get tougher and tougher, we hear of stories of people sleeping on an empty stomach and so on. In townships and villages back in the days, nobody would go hungry as people developed a culture of sharing. But then in today’s changing world, how do we reinforce the culture of sharing in 2017? Guest: Inkosi Jongisilo Pokwana ka-Menziwa – Cultural Development Strategist and Oral Historian

Our guest is of the view that alternative funding solutions can bridge the gap for SMME funding. He points them to the different stages which will help deal with funding issues. What are these stages and how should SMME owners approach them? Guest: Charles Meyerowitz, - CEO and Co-founder of Lamna, a speciality asset backed financier

The National Safe Taxi Charter is closer to becoming a reality as it gains support among women. Yesterday women and some of the other role players gathered at the Soul City Institute for Social Justice for a presentation of the Charter. But then how practical is it and how will the taxi industry implement it? Guest: Ntombohlanga (Hlanga) Mqushulu - Advocacy coordinator at Soul City Institute for S...

We outline the objectives of ‘The People’s Tribunal’ which is part of a global campaign that is aimed at dismantling corporate power and the architecture of impunity. Guest: Ms Ilham Rawoot, Coordinator: Southern Africa Campaign to Dismantle Corporate Power

We unpack the findings of Zoheb Khan’s research ‘on fathers looking after their children’. Fathers in South Africa are often denigrated for being un-involved and neglectful. But this research sheds light on fathers who, despite significant economic and social pressure, choose to remain involved in meaningful ways in the lives of their children. Guest: Mr Zoheb Khan, Researcher at the University of...

Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.

Our guest says that while the Constitution up to this day remains a great support for the disabled, the society in general doesn’t know much about their situation. She goes on to say that there is not much awareness raised on disability issues and yet every day many people are sustaining disabling injuries. Why is she feeling this way? Guest: Emilie Olifant – Author of My life Climax

Refiloe Nt’sekhe tells her heartbreaking story of abuse. She says the lesson she wishes to share with fellow South Africans is that “don’t judge when a person is in an abusive relationship. Understand that getting out of an abusive relationship is difficult – be supportive and where others talk or seek help, help them or find them someone who can.” Guest: Refiloe Nt’sekhe, DA National Spokesperson...

This morning on our SMME feature we focus on the business of procurement and how it has empowered SMME’s over the years. This form of business is attractive to many up and coming businesses, but often we hear stories of non-delivery or non-payment from government which sometimes cripples them. For those who may want to go this route as entrepreneurs, what sort of challenges will they face and what...

Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.

Mbali Gcabashe talks about her book titled “Intimate Thoughts of a Clever Black”. In the book Mbali encourages open and frank dialogue, and she says her book is aimed at raising issues that people are not open about in public, simply because they fear of being judged. Guest (studio): Mbali Gcabashe, Author of “Intimate Thoughts of a Clever Black’

On our Friday Musical Wind Down today we feature the music of Serenity. Her voice is being described as silky smooth and those in the industry say that she is set to become a firm favourite. What is she all about? Guest: Serenity – Singer and composer

Breaking New Ground Feature: Mega Cities in Gauteng - will the Gauteng’s strategy provide practical solutions to the housing backlog in the province? About three months ago, the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements, together with the Gauteng Partnership Fund hosted the Infrastructure Funding Summit to attract investors for the province's projects, which include mega-cities. This morning we are...

The South African Professional Network Association in partnership with The Mineworkers Investment Company is today (Thursday) discussing the issue of South African professionals seeking careers internationally. What do they gain from this experience and is it about the glamour or self-advancement?

Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.

On the SMME feature this morning we focus on the importance of small businesses keeping their books tidy. Accounting for any business is vital, not just for tax issues, but also for ensuring that the business books are in order. But many would tell you that employing the services of professionals can be expensive. Just how important is it for SMME’s to have their books in order and what is it that...

Will bringing back the Scorpions make any difference in the fight against corruption? Guest: John Kane-Berman