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As the oldest non-governmental association in the country, our next guest has its heart invested in identifying and showcasing Africa’s finest artists. In its 35th year, the ABSA L’Artelier Awards rewards young visual artists with the opportunity to develop their talents abroad. The competition offers young visual artists a platform to explore themes and contemporary issues that will b...

#LeslieBricusse (Oscar-award winning British songwriter has passed away) #HalleBerry (Actress reveals how she found the right one) #Skolopad (Singer and dancer opened up on mental health struggles) #BokangMontjaneTshabalala (Beauty queen pays tribute to former Miss Universe) #ShonaFerguson (Late actor and producer nominated for an international award) Guest:   Refuwe Letsooa – Entertain...

Our next guest has concluded a pilot project exploring viable diversification options for cane growers in South Africa. In October 2020, the new crop diversification report that was commissioned by SA Canegrowers Association which identified potentially suitable alternative crops that could be grown to help ensure the survival of the sugar industry. The project was part of an International Social...

#eSwatini (Protests for free education & democracy | EFF shows solidarity by declaring their intent to shutdown SA border after elections) #JSCInterviews ( #ArthurFraser submitted objection against #Zondo becoming the next Chief Justice) #FezokuhleNtuli (KZN hitman linked to ANC political killings | linked to the #SenzoMeyiwa case) #ZweliMkhize (former Health Minister takes Special Investigati...

In the last 18 months, social interaction has changed significantly due to the pandemic. As regulations became part of the new normal, families have spent more time together and those relationships have been reshaped as many returned home. According to Psychology Today, the family has become more influential as a social institution as social distancing has limited our time with our colleagues and...

  GUEST: Tshepang Lobete – Tourism Operator

  GUEST: Dr. Anesu Mbizvo – Medical Doctor, Entrepreneur and Yoga Teacher

  GUEST: Busisiwe Radebe - Social Commentator

  #Kourtney (Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian are engaged) #DangerZone (News24 publishes the new municipal index) #Sputnik (SAHPRA doesn't approve application for distribution in the country's vaccine drive) #ColinPowell (former US Secretary of State passed away at the age of 85) Guest:   Busisiwe Radebe - Social Commentator

  Last week, we ran a COVID-19 news update on the slow vaccination rate in Africa and why women in the Gambia are holding off the taking the jab. One of the reasons why some women are holding off on being vaccinated against COVID-19 is because of concerns the jab could affect their fertility. Anti-vaccination campaigners appear to be fuelling these fears via social media and misleading women...

  Our next guest went from being a furniture shop sales representative to a celebrated Limpopo sheep and goat breeder who is changing the agricultural landscape. Indigenous Veld Goat Farming is an important economic and social livelihood in rural communities. Goats produce milk, meat, skins, cashmere, mohair and play an integral part in religious and cultural ceremonies. He has developed an a...

GUEST: Muhammed Ali – Managing Director of World Wide Industrial & System Engineers  

GUEST: Paula Quinsee – Relationship Expert and Author  

GUEST: Atlehang Molefe - Social Commentator  

Our next guest published a report on the impact of the pandemic on live music and developed grant funding to keep sector active through online platforms. The Digital Mobility Fund has run two successful application cycles over the past 18 months. Concerts SA has impacted 12 000 artists and 900 venues across southern Africa. It has partnered with the Royal Norwegian Embassy, the National Arts Counc...

Our next guest says she took a leap of faith when she left her job Finance to pursue her music career. As she took the leap, the pandemic struck. This didn’t stop her. She had four tracks off her debut album featured in the musical score of the second season of Netflix’s mega-hit show, Blood and Water. She has worked alongside renowned African producer, Tatenda Kamera. Her sound is inf...

In its 56th year, the Fleur du Cap awards honours theatre excellence and have focussed their attention on the Most Promising Student. Despite the pandemic hitting the sector hard, the awards still sought to celebrate the rich reservoir of young talent amongst the nine educational institutions. Our next guest describes the work of the100 post-graduate student portfolios reviewed as outstanding, des...

#DwayneJohnson (The Rock makes his music debut) #Adele (Songstress talks upcoming album) #Donald (Musician speaks out on cyberbullying) #ThuliPhongolo (DJ denies claims that she is dating DJ Maphorisa) #Zodwa (Reality TV star shares her new business venture) Guest:   Refuwe Letsooa – Entertainment and Lifestyle Commentator  

#JacobZuma (Foundation set to hold a prayer meeting at Moses Mabida stadium) #Gqeberha (Violence between taxi drivers and the Somalian shop owners in Korsten) #MihlaliNdamase (Beauty influencer launches Malakyt for beauticians to find work opportunities) #DeRuyter (Eskom working towards avoiding loadshedding on Election Day) Guest:   Katleho Selwadi - Social Commentator  

  #BonangMatheba (Media personality announced she has terminated contract with Celebrity Services Africa) #MandlaMsibi (Mpumalanga MEC turns himself over to the cops over murder charges) #PitsoMosimane (Al-Ahly may replace SA coach due to contract stalemate) #WITSSRC (Student body releases statement on mandatory vaccination for students) Guest:   Bongani Drama - Social Commentator

  The Christian Women Entrepreneurs Network of Africa (CWENA) is a registered South African non-profit organization committed to motivate, educate, resource, mentor and empower women to start and grow sustainable businesses and organizations. At the core of the organisation is to serve the women of Africa by encouraging, equipping and facilitating the realization of their entrepreneurial drea...

  On any given day, you probably experience a range of emotions: excitement, unease, frustration, joy and disappointment. These emotions can relate to events that form part of our daily routines such as meeting with your boss, going on a date, talking to a friend, or seeing your partner after a long day. Your response to these events can vary based on your frame of mind and the circumstances...

  #BigBrotherMzansi (SA Twitter reacts the return of the reality TV show | Fans asks for no celebrities) #CJMogoeng (South Africa says farewell to the longest serving Chief Justice on his last day) #InternationalDayofTheGirl (The world commemorates the empowerment of young women and girls under theme: digital generation, our generation) #GodrichGardee (Economic Freedom Fighter and former MP o...

Our next guest says rural women play a key role in supporting their households and communities in achieving food and nutrition security, generating income, improving rural livelihoods and overall well-being. The International Day of Rural Women is purposely held the day before World Food Day, in order to highlight the role played by rural women in food production. In many of the world's poorer cou...

Sleep is essential for our health and wellbeing. Poor sleep patterns can drive the stress that contributes to anxiety, depression and our ability to focus. Poor sleep also disrupts engagement in activities that support emotional wellness. According to the Sleep Authority, it is estimated that 40% of the South African population suffer from sleep-related ailments. Sleep hygiene encompasses developi...