Vuka Online Radio Podcasts

Estelle is the founder of OCEAN Action Network (OCEAN), she is passionate about the protection and health of our oceans and all living beings who depend on it. DJ Hotlane on Thursday, 9 July at 1pm CAT, with special guest Estelle Van Der Merwe. Stream in on www.vukaonlineradio.co.za for this exciting and informative conversation.

Molaba Gantshe Germishys is an environmental advocate, a registered Veterinary Technologist who holds a Master in Health Science and currently pursuing her PHD in fields of parasitology with phytochemistry and nanotechnology. Founder of a called TUT Green Arcadia training environmental ambassadors from diverse academic fields. DJ Hotlane on Thursday, 2 July at 1pm CAT, with special guest Molaba Ga...

Motherhood Unscripted - our Season 1 finale. We are joined by Levina Ishwar for a powerful conversation on mental health, healing, and resilience in the face of gender-based violence. Together, we explore the lasting impact of GBV, the journey towards healing, and the strength it takes to rebuild and reclaim hope. Join us for this thought provoking conversation 2 July 2026 at 9am CAT on www.vukaon...

Lukhona Mnguni: The Race for the City of Johannesburg. A former political analyst and civil society activist, Mnguni has entered frontline politics with a campaign focused on tackling corruption, restoring public trust, improving service delivery, and enhancing public safety. In this special edition of The Circle, Mogale Mothale sits down with the RISE Mzansi mayoral candidate to discuss his visio...

Motherhood Unscripted We are joined by Nonkululeko Sithole, who shares her journey of raising a child with cerebral palsy. In this heartfelt conversation, we explore the realities of parenting a child with additional needs, the challenges families face, and the resilience, love, and advocacy that define her motherhood journey. Join us for an honest conversation that celebrates inclusion and the ma...

Africa's Leaders in Sustainability, DJ Hotlane will be joined by Jamie Joseph. Jamie is at the helm of the groundbreaking charity Saving the Wild. Since 2016 the non profit has led the crusade against corruption enabling rhino poaching in South Africa, pursuing high level targets and fighting organised crime. Saving the Wild’s work to dismantle rhino poaching syndicates is the inspiration for...

topic: Taking a closer look at the upcoming elections in Malawi with Tendai Mbanje

TOPIC : Political Moments of 2025

topic: Restoring faith in the teaching profession (Celebrating World Teachers Day)

topic: In Conversation with Rise Mzansi Chief Organiser Makashule Gana

topic: 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence

topic: Rosebank International positioning as the leading institution in Africa

topic: In Conversation with UDM Secretary General Zandile Phiri

TOPIC : Reflecting on the current political developments in Africa

topic: Reflecting on the 32 years of Democracy with Ahmed Kathrada Foundation

topic: In Conversation with Election and Governance Specialist Tendai Mbanje

TOPIC : Getting to know Afrika Mayibuye Party

topic: In Conversation with Budget Policy Researcher Liso Mdutyana

Support from SADAG for Festive Blues

We catch up with Dr. Mvusy Songelwa as she reflects on Season 3 of Lipstick Chronicles—a show that’s been amplifying the voices of African women leaders from villages to boardrooms.

We catch up with Dr. Mvusy Songelwa as she reflects on Season 3 of Lipstick Chronicles—a show that’s been amplifying the voices of African women leaders from villages to boardrooms.

We catch up with Dr. Mvusy Songelwa as she reflects on Season 3 of Lipstick Chronicles—a show that’s been amplifying the voices of African women leaders from villages to boardrooms.

Yanga Malotana is a energy policy and climate change analyst. Currently a PhD Candidate at the University of Pretoria, Yanga is supported by the prestigious Andrew Mellon Foundation Scholarship and is an Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Fellow Yanga is the Project Manager and Communications Lead for Emerging Scholars Initiative (ESI) and Early Career Professionals (ECP) External Stakeholders Coordinato...

Motherhood Unscripted: Young, Brave & Mothering In honour of Youth Month, we sit down with Nothando, a young mother of two who became a parent while still in high school. In this deeply honest conversation, she reflects on what it means to grow up while raising children, learning to hold both girlhood and motherhood at the same time. She also opens up about the realities that often go unspoken...

A lot of us become parents determined to do better than the generation before us. But in our efforts to protect our children from pain, disappointment, boredom, and failure, could we be unintentionally standing in the way of the very experiences that build resilience? Motherhood Unscripted as we are joined by Social Worker Nicole Daniel, founder of You Matter Therapeutic Support, for a thought-pro...