Leigh-Anne Williams

We’re joined by Chartered Accountant and founder of Heiko Invests, Heiko Böhmer, who is on a mission to make personal finance easier to understand for ordinary South Africans. From building an emergency fund and managing your spending, to tax-free savings accounts, retirement annuities and DIY investing, his goal is to help us make smarter decisions with the money we already have.

Seven Steps Academy for the Deaf is a specialised school in Cape Town catering for learners from Pre-Grade R all the way through to Grade 12. The school follows an oral-aural approach, supporting learners to develop spoken language and listening skills while receiving their education in an environment designed around their individual needs. With around 104 learners, the school provides a learning...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and as we head into a month dedicated to creating awareness around breast cancer, early detection and taking your health seriously, we’re speaking to a woman whose own journey has taught her just how important resilience can be. Sharney Blackway is a two-time cancer survivor , and she joined us on Warrior Woman to talk about her journey, what it took...

Scammers are getting smarter, and sometimes the biggest red flag is the fact that the message, phone call or email looks completely legitimate. It could appear to come from your bank, SARS, a delivery company, your employer or even someone you know. These scams rely on impersonation and social engineering to make you trust the person on the other side before they ask for your money or personal inf...

What happens when you refuse to let a disability decide the size of your dreams? At just 25, Alex “Lexxi” Pasqualli is a master’s student, motivational speaker, content creator, parasport advocate and athlete. Born with the rare genetic condition Diastrophic Dysplasia, Lexxi has navigated a world that hasn’t always been designed with disability in mind, while building an im...

Dr Lenise Swanson is a paediatric cardiologist based at N1 City Netcare Hospital in Cape Town, specialising in the care and treatment of children with congenital and acquired heart conditions. Beyond her medical career, she is also a mother of four, balancing the demands of motherhood with a profession that requires immense dedication and responsibility. Now, she is taking on a completely differen...

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and while prostate cancer is something every man should be aware of, Black African men face a particularly high risk of developing the disease. But beyond the statistics, there’s another conversation we need to have: why do men sometimes wait before getting something checked, and what role can the people who love them play in encouraging them to...

Dr Mumtaaz “Taz” Emeran is a medical doctor, entrepreneur and healthcare advocate passionate about making quality healthcare more affordable, accessible and dignified. She is the Founder and CEO of Khaya-Doc, a health-tech platform built for Africa that connects people with independent healthcare providers while working to make healthcare services more affordable. Khaya-Doc aims to red...

Noluthando Mauze Clinical Psychologist Private Practice, Rivonia, Johannesburg We all have that invisible to-do list running in the back of our minds. Did I pay that bill? What are we having for dinner? I need to respond to that email. The kids need this. I have a deadline tomorrow. I need to book that appointment. Even when we're physically resting, our brains can still be working overtime. For W...

When we think about financial planning, we usually think about saving money, paying off debt, buying a home or investing for the future. But there's another part of financial planning that many of us would rather not talk about — what happens to everything we've built when we're no longer here? New research from Sanlam Legacy has found that only 28% of South Africans surveyed have a valid wi...

Topic: September is Deaf Awareness Month  - Newborn Hearing Screening & Early Identification of Hearing Loss Hearing is something many of us take for granted, but for a baby, being able to hear the world around them plays an important role in how they begin to communicate and develop. The challenge is that hearing loss can be difficult to identify in those first few months because babies...

Natasha Harris, the founder of Pink Dahlia is a wellness brand and community built around helping people live healthier, more balanced lives. Natasha spent 20 years working in retail, while trying to juggle her career, family life and her own wellbeing. Like many of us, the demands of everyday life came with stress, anxiety and unhealthy lifestyle habits. But instead of simply accepting that as he...

For this week’s SABC Disability 360, we’re focused on disability inclusion in education and the importance of empowering blind and visually impaired learners. We spoke to Anthony Meyer, Principal of Athlone School for the Blind, to explore how education can go beyond academics to help learners develop confidence, independence and practical skills for life beyond the classroom.

For this week’s Warrior Woman conversation, we’re shining the spotlight on Raisa Fisher-Abrahams, Founder and Director of I AM – A Creative Agency. Raisa has built her career around creating opportunities for artists, creatives and entrepreneurs, helping people not only find their voice and showcase their talents, but also develop the skills and confidence to move forward. For th...

August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month, making it a great opportunity to have an open and informative conversation about breastfeeding, the support mothers need, and some of the challenges they may experience along the way. While breastfeeding is natural, that doesn’t always mean it comes naturally or easily to every mother. There can be questions around milk supply, latching, feeding sched...

GlenBridge Special School, formerly known as Glendale School, was founded in 1975 and caters for learners aged 6 to 18 with Profound Intellectual Disability, Severe Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder. The school focuses not only on education, but also on life skills, independence, confidence and preparing learners for the future. Senior learners take part in skills programmes and...

Dr Aobakwe Segwe is a leading radiologist, entrepreneur and co-founder of the Centre of Medical Imaging. From building a successful healthcare practice in a traditionally male-dominated field to championing innovation, mentoring young healthcare professionals and encouraging young women to pursue careers in science and medicine, her journey is one of resilience, purpose and impact. She believes th...

TOPIC Women in their 30s, 40s and 50s can experience significant changes in their bodies, energy, mood and overall wellbeing. Yet many women are still following outdated diet advice focused on eating less, cutting calories and chasing a particular number on the scale. Our conversation with Candice looks at how women can nourish themselves through their 30s, 40s and beyond , why under-eating can be...

Topic: Bridging the Gap: Making Quality Rehabilitation Accessible to All. Intro: South Africa has a major gap in access to rehabilitation. Enable Initiative, the nonprofit arm of Enable Centre, is working to make multidisciplinary rehabilitation more accessible through its Equal Access Programmed, subsidized therapy, community outreach clinics and support groups. For many people with disabilities,...

Mpumi Nobiva , an award-winning international speaker, communication strategist and storyteller whose journey has inspired audiences around the world. Recognised by Oprah Winfrey in Forbes Women Africa , invited to speak at the Obama White House, and holding a Master's degree in Strategic Communications, Mpumi has spent more than 16 years helping people discover the power of their own stories. Gro...

We Were joined by Dr. Rendani Maboko , who has a special interest in women's health, including perimenopause, menopause, fertility and hormonal wellbeing. Many women experience hormonal changes throughout their lives, yet conversations around perimenopause and menopause are still surrounded by myths and misinformation. Today, we'll unpack what these life stages really look like, how hormones affec...

Topic: Looking Beyond the Diagnosis: How Rehabilitation Restores Independence and Quality of Life. Dr Sumaya works with adults recovering from strokes, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, neurological conditions and other complex medical conditions requiring comprehensive rehabilitation. She is passionate about helping patients regain their independence, improve their qual...

Topic: Breaking the Cycle of Period Poverty: Restoring Dignity, Keeping Girls in School and Empowering the Next Generation Period poverty affects thousands of girls across South Africa, preventing many from attending school simply because they cannot afford menstrual hygiene products. Beyond the financial burden, it also impacts confidence, mental well- being, academic performance and future oppor...