Point of View with Phemelo Motene
Point of View with Phemelo Motene, delves into the day’s current affairs, touching on real issues and sharing expert advice on the audience questions between 8pm to 10pm Mondays to Thursdays.
Unpacking Queen Elizabeth And Britain’s Atrocities
The long-serving British monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, died on the 8 th of September aged 96. She took over the reins of arguably the most powerful and influential monarchy in the world at the tender age of 25 after the death of her father King George VI. In Africa, her…
ANC staff protest outside Luthuli House for unpaid salaries
Almost a hundred of staff members embarked on a one-day shutdown across the country - picketing outside Luthuli House headquarters in Johannesburg. They were seen carrying placards and were chanting and singing “silambile - addressed to treasurer general Paul Mashatile.
TB treatment to be shortened to 4 months for most kids
South Africa last published comprehensive guidelines for the management of childhood tuberculosis (TB) in 2013. Almost a decade later, there is a pressing need to update the guidelines to ensure that infants, children, and adolescents in South Africa can benefit from scientific advancements in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of…
MMC David Thembe visits Eldorado Park amidst violence outcries
City of Joburg Public Safety MMC David Tembe promised residents of Eldorado Park that police visibility will be increased in the wake of the murder of two teenagers. Tembe met with the community on Thursday - who camped outside their local police station amid fears the criminals were running amok…
4 Songs Loaded: Billy Monama
Billy Monama is a South African guitarist, author, composer, arranger, producer, and educator. He joins us to discuss his journey with the guitar, his book that explores history of the guitar in black South African popular music over five decades, and more.
A look at court proceedings at the Senzo Meyiwa Trial
The State in the Senzo Meyiwa trial on Thursday said it would argue for the admissibility of evidence given by one of its eyewitnesses who pointed out one of the intruders. Tumelo Madlala, a close friend of Meyiwa, has been testifying in the Pretoria High Court. Nthabiseng Dubazana, Legal Expert…
Two broken people trying to be in a relationship with each other
Two damaged people are able to relate with one another in their damaged-ness; if that even makes any sense. Yes, it can be quite a challenge to fulfill the needs and expectations of another person without completely disregarding your own, it’s not impossible. And two broken souls are able to…
Understanding SA’s Foster Care system
“I am unseen, unheard, unwanted and trapped in the misery of my life, lost in the sorrow of my soul” – poignant words spoken by an unknown foster child as she navigates the system designed to remove her from her abusive home. This evening we will spend some time understanding…
PUTCO Drivers Accept Wage Offer
After drivers went on strike for better pay, Unions were asked to renegotiate the deal after rejecting an offer of a 6 percent increase with no back pay. The company is gearing up to resume operations this afternoon.
Updates on the Senzo Meyiwa Trial
After delayed start to proceedings, Senzo Meyiwa’s friend Tumelo Madlala is began testifying at the murder trial of the former Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates goalkeeper. We look at what information came out of the testimony, and what to expect in the coming days.
United Domestic Workers of SA expose harassment in workplace
Content Warning: Sexual Harassment, Abuse The United Domestic Workers of South Africa (UDWOSA) has revealed shocking allegations of the lived horrors of sexual harassment, sexual abuse and exploitation of a migrant domestic worker by her employers. We speak to representatives of the union about this situation and how deep it…
The Healing Hour: Embracing Self-Love
In the age of social media and societal pressures, finding space to wholly love yourself can be harder than ever. How do we embrace self-love, and what are the ways in which we can put it into practice?
Jaggerfontein Rocked By Tragedy As A Dam Wall Collapses
A resident of Jagersfontein in the Free State is still searching for his wife after a dam collapsed and flooded the area. Thabang Ntoahae returned to the area to look for his wife after fleeing on Sunday. More than 500 animals were rescued, and some had to be euthanised in…
Eldos Community Prepare For A Shutdown – Too Many Young Boys Are Being Killed
Drugs still seem to be a big challenge for the community of Eldos. A slew of young boys have been killed, and community members suspect there isa drug lord that is providing them with drugs to sell and guns to ‘protect their turf’. Mile Bhudu, Eldos Community Member and former…
Public Protector Still Unclear On When She Can Return To Work
Public Protector advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane was denied access to her office at the weekend despite a Western Cape High Court ruling setting aside her suspension by President Cyril Ramaphosa. She was suspended on June 9, a day after announcing an investigation into the president’s Phala Phala farm robbery matter. Nthabiseng…
PUTCO bus drivers say strike will continue
The National Union of Metal Workers of SA (NUMSA) has appealed to the Department of Transport to stop subsidising Public Utility Transport Corporation (PUTCO) bus services should the company continue with plans to fire around 1 000 striking workers. Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, Lindokuhle Xulu, PUTCO Spokesperson, and Mhlengi Sigubudo, worker at…
A look at Queen Elizabeth’s relationship with Africa
Amidst the death of Queen Elizabeth II, we look at her relationship with Africa over her term, what it has meant for the continent, and more.
South Africa to be the guest of honour at the biggest book showcase in the world
South Africa is the honorary guest and theme country for the 2022 Book Fair. The country’s literature and current societal issues will be reflected in seminars, dialogues on the Fair premises and in poetic performances. The theme initiative will showcase today’s stories from a country with a rich culture and…
Relationship Fatigue
We discuss how relationships can grow tiresome but does not mean it is the end of something. We look at how to navigate fatigue in relationships and ways of managing it.
Liz Truss is elected as new UK Prime Minister
We look at who Liz Truss is, her plans for the UK and her ties to South Africa, and more.