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.
South Africa has the highest number of COVID-19 Orphans
A recent study published in The Lancet shows that over 94 000 children in South Africa have lost their parents or guardians to COVID-19 between March 2020 and April 2021. We speak to contributing researcher to the study, Prof. Lucie Cluver to find out more, to understand the effects this…
Africa Updates: Afghanistan Refugees Moving to Uganda, Kenya Deputy President ‘dared’ to resign
Political Analyst, Nixon Katembo talks us through the latest news in Africa. Today, we look at the latest developments in Afghanistan – in which a few refugees a seeking space in Uganda. We look at the Kenyan president, Uhuru Kenyatta has dared the deputy president, William Ruto to step down…
Ace Magashule: Getting To Know The Man (Pt. 2)
Our conversation with secretary general of the ANC, Ace Magashule who has been temporarily suspended from his position since facing fraud and corruption charges earlier this year. We continue to speak about the charges around him, he answers caller's questions and more.
Ace Magashule: Getting To Know The Man (Pt. 1)
Today, we sit down with a man who needs no explanation. He is the secretary general of the ANC, who has been temporarily suspended - since facing fraud and corruption charges earlier this year. We speak about the charges around him, his history, his hopes for the country's future, and…
Two weeks with Mayor Jolidee Matongo at the helm
It’s been almost 2 weeks since Johannesburg Mayor, Jolidee Matongo has been in charge, and he already has had his work cut out for him. He has already said he we will be focusing on financial stability for the city - but what else is he targeting during his tenure?…
Joburg’s informal traders Call for Police to Stop Confiscating Their Goods
Informal traders are asking the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) to be included in the country’s post Covid-19 recovery plan. This is part of a new campaign by the South African Informal Traders Alliance (SAITA), calling for better treatment of informal traders. We speak to Rosheda Muller, President…
What will life be like Post-COVID? And how has it affected us now?
Have you wondered what the world will look like post Covid? More and more companies are making the Covid19 vaccine mandatory and it seems there are more trends that we are seeing in the world as we know it. We have a chat with Dion Chang, innovator and trend analyst.
OUTA Calls for Re-extension of license renewal deadline
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) has called on transport minister, Fikile Mbalula to extend the deadline for renewing expired driving licenses between March and December 2020. The deadline of August 31 is fast approaching. OUTA has received numerous complaints from motorists, highlighting the frustration encountered when attempting to renew…
Women Profiles: Buhle Madlala
Today, we are speaking to Buhle Madlala. She is a founding member at the National Cycling Academy Forum (NCAF) – a non-profit company driving transformation and development within cycling in South Africa, a runner-up on Survivor SA, occasional footballer and cyclist, and lots more. We speak to her about all…
Looking at the Haiti Earthquake
In the wake of the earthquake in Haiti, the death toll has increased to 1500 and that number is expected to rise. But someone has asked an important question during this difficult time: How do the recent crises in stability of the Haitian government affect the nation’s ability to respond…
Afghanistan Updates
We speak to an academic based in Afghanistan to get first-hand updates of the tense situation in the country. There are reports the Taliban are arresting journalists and intellectuals, which has risen the tensions even further.
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is the new National Assembly Speaker
We speak to The New Nation Movement’s Lukhona Mnguni and political researcher, Prof. Tinyiko Maluleke to discuss and react to the new appointment of the new National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula
South Africa to open up COVID-19 vaccinations to 18-35 year olds from Friday
Government has announced that South Africa will open up COVID-19 vaccinations to those aged between 18 and 35 years old from Friday, as it tries to ramp up its vaccination drive. We have recorded the most coronavirus infections and deaths on the African continent but have only fully vaccinated less…
The Arts Corner: Women in Art Exhibition
Azael Langa and Khehla Chepape Makgato celebrate women in art with a powerfully curated art exhibition in Johannesburg. The main objective is to create a platform that will help to identify new female talent, provide mentorship and opening access for female artists by connecting them to their collector’s database that…
Women Profiles: Dr Lwazi Manzi
We knew her as spokesperson of former health minister, Zweli Mkhize. She is now Head of Secretariat, AU Commission on Africa’s Covid 19 Response. She also does work on Gender equality at the AU. We celebrate her, speak about her work and more.
Political Parties & Civil Society call for vote to appoint new National Assembly Speaker
NPO, The New Nation Movement, have threatened to take the appointment of National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula to court if Parliament continues with the process of instating her. We find out more with Babalo Ndenze, an EWN reporter, Omphile Maotwe, EFF Treasurer General and Attorney for New Nation Movement, Eric…
Women Profiles: Lyn Croote
Lambano Sanctuary specialises in providing holistic care to children who suffer with a life-limiting or life-threatening illness, as well as support for their families. We speak to their executive director, Lyn Croote.
Vaccinations in Taxi Ranks
We speak to the Gauteng MEC, Jacob Mamabolo to discuss the processes of vaccinating taxi drivers at pop-up vaccination sites at taxi ranks in the past few days. He discusses the overall positive outcome of the day, and some encounters with people who were hesitant.
UJ and HSRC's latest Report on Vaccine Hesitancy
The latest survey conducted by UJ & HSRC around people’s interests and concerns around the vaccine shows “that acceptance of vaccines is increasing but challenges remain”. We speak to them to find out more. We speak to Prof Carin Runciman, Director of Centre for Social Change at the University of…
Women Profiles: Jackie May
Jackie May’s company, Twyg, aims to promote sustainable fashion amongst South African consumers. We speak to her to find out more about sustainable living, fashion and what it actually takes for us start.