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In conversation with Phakamile Madonsela and Belinda Matore In this episode of Africa Rights Talk, Belinda Matore sits down with Phakamile Madonsela, from Media Monitoring Africa. The episode explores the pressing issue of online harms faced by children in South Africa and the continent more broadly. Drawing from her work at Media Monitoring Africa, Madonsela outlines the dual nature of the digital world—highlighting both its potential for connectivity, education, and self-expression, and its darker side, including cyberbullying, child sexual abuse material, and online stalking. She stresses the importance of equipping young people with digital literacy and the tools to become responsible digital citizens while also emphasizing the need for inclusive, rights-based digital participation frameworks.   Phakamile highlights the interplay between personal responsibility, institutional duty, and systemic influence also speaks to the important role of the state and digital platforms in safeguarding children's rights online. While much responsibility has traditionally been placed on parents, often without sufficient regard to their digital literacy or social context, the state remains the primary duty bearer in upholding children's rights. Through enforceable legislation, such as South Africa's POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act), the state is empowered to set the rules by which tech companies must operate. Yet, the interview highlighted how inconsistencies in enforcement allow global platforms like Instagram and TikTok to offer less protection to children in South Africa than in Europe. This disparity reflects a need for stronger state-led regulation and enforcement to ensure equal digital protection.    Phakamile Madonsela is a dedicated advocate for the protection and promotion of children's rights in the media, specializing in children's rights, media, and digital advocacy.  At MMA,she leads critical projects that advance child participation and digital rights within the African context, with a particular emphasis on creating safe, inclusive digital spaces for young people. Her expertise centers on the intersection of human rights, internet governance, and children's digital rights, with a passion for child participation in democratic processes. Notably, she was listed in the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans in 2019 and selected for the DGMT Innovation Fellowship in 2024, and is currently  pursuing a Masters degree in Multidisciplinary Human Rights to further advance her work in child participation and digital rights within the African context.   Belinda Matore is a passionate advocate for children's rights in the digital age, with a special focus on online child protection, digital rights and legal technology. As a Doctor of Laws (LLD) candidate at the University of Pretoria, her research explores legal technology, regulatory compliance, and digital governance, all through the lens of safeguarding children in digital spaces. In her role as Project Officer at the Expression, Information, and Digital Rights (EIDR) Unit, Belinda leads work that strengthens freedom of expression, access to information, digital rights and child safety frameworks within the African context. Her work is driven by a commitment to shaping policies that uphold children's rights online and empower their participation in digital society. She was recently featured in Legal Africa Magazine for her contributions to the field of digital law and child protection.   This conversation was recorded on 4 June 2025.   Youtube: https://youtu.be/MpQFogU6lns Music and news extracts: Inner Peace by Mike Chino https://soundcloud.com/mike-chinoCreative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Libraryhttps://youtu.be/0nI6qJeqFcc Limitless https://stock.adobe.com/za/search/audio?k=452592386

Clarence Ford speaks to Hannah J. Dawson, Senior Lecturer, Anthropology & Development Studies, University of Johannesburg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LUNEX legends undertake the Laponie Trophy to raise money for the Red Cross's programme to support families with trauma through nature activities. Imagine the drudgery of a one hour commute each way to work: France to Luxembourg and back again, to do an office job for the Red Cross Luxembourg. This was Sonia Barjonnet a few years ago. She wanted to do more for her employer, the Luxembourg Red Cross, rather than ‘just' an office job. Sonia wanted a challenge, and with a random google search for ‘Adventure Travel' she happened upon the Laponie Trophy. Her reasons: “Because I don't like the cold, I've never been to Lapland; because I'm not sporty, I've never run a marathon; for all of these reasons, I signed up, a bit by chance, for the Laponie Trophy in 2024 in aid of the LRC.” This three day event in January, with temperatures hovering around -30 degrees Celsius, takes place in Lapland and requires proper preparation. The first day is a walk / run with rackets for about 10-15km; the second day is an orientation race; the final day involves a Nordic ski 4 x 800m relay race and then an obstacle course. It's not for the faint of heart. On top of hard training, Sonia had to start using social media to communicate and ask for sponsorship.  LUNEX LEGENDS Dr. Kim Buchholtz, born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa, is Assistant Professor in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, chair of the exam board and programme leader for the Bachelor in Physiotherapy here at LUNEX in Luxembourg.  “The hill that I am willing to die on is that we should (almost) all be doing more physical activity than we do for our mental and physical health… it's more powerful than medication in preventing disease.” Her motto is ‘Lift as you rise' - use one's privilege and opportunity to provide spaces and mentoring for those less experienced, less privileged and less supported than us to have the same or better opportunities in life than we have had. Kim believes that young adults should be able to see themselves in their role models, and therefore wants to show her current and former students, and patients, that “even a  geriatric millennial with low cold tolerance can trek through the snow at -30 degrees for a good cause!”.  Dr. Buchholtz was recognised in 2018 as one of the Mail and Guardian's 200 Young South Africans in the Health category. https://200youngsouthafricans.co.za/kim-buchholtz-2018/ Dr Johanna Johannsson Ingvarsdottir is a senior lecturer and research fellow in the Department of Health at LUNEX. Similar to Sonia, Johanna had a bucket list of activities she wanted to pursue. One was to visit Lapland, another was to complete a sports challenge. The Laponie Trophy combines both.  Johanna believes “It doesn't matter how slow you go, so long as you don't stop!” Jessie Tembo is the LUNEX Legends Social Media Manager & student.  Sophia Harith is a Research Fellow at LUNEX, lecturer and Programme Leader for Bachelor in International Sports Management, plus a reserve on the team. They would all like to you follow them and their training on social media, but more importantly sponsor them on their GoFundMe page: https://www.helloasso.com/associations/lunexlegends/collectes/lunexlegends-lapony-trophy https://gofund.me/bef3798b Or here: https://www.helloasso.com/associations/lunexlegends/collectes/lunexlegends-lapony-trophy Instagram: @lunex.legends LUNEX www.lunex.lu Croix Rouge Luxembourg Kim and Johanna have also decided to support the Luxembourg Red Cross, but more specifically their Service d'Accompagnement et de Transition (SAT) who organise outdoor activities for children or families at risk of social isolation, or who have just moved here as immigrants. This is led by Melodie Neves. As of today, there are approximately 89 children ranging from 4 to 12 years in age, coming from Turkey, Chile, Colombia, Afghanistan, Syria, Somalia, Venezuela, Kosovo, Angola, Ukraine, Zimbabwe, Peru, Eritrea, Gabon and Oman.  Melodie's team built the ‘First welcome' centre for those arriving in Luxembourg fleeing war zones. It is the first point of social contact for these children and their families, when they land in a strange country, entirely aligned with the mission of the Luxembourg Red Cross: to improve the living conditions of vulnerable people. SAT helps children with trauma slowly and gently integrate, learn Luxembourg's languages and culture through building trusting relationships. “Komm mat an d'Natur” was created to offer children and families with trauma the chance to reintegrate with educational activities in nature that strengthen their well-being and develop their social skills. The aim is to combat social isolation and build self-confidence. https://www.raid-feminin.com/sahara-trophy/laponie-trophy-raid/ Croix-Rouge luxembourgeoise (@croixrougelu) https://www.croix-rouge.lu/fr/service/structures-daccueil-et-deducation-integree/ https://www.croix-rouge.lu/en/

Stephen Grootes speaks to Zengeziwe Msimang, Harambee's Chief Communications Officer  to discuss the organization's remarkable achievement of empowering 4 million young South Africans through innovative youth employment initiatives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Misunderstood, we're honored to have Lungelo KM, the visionary founder and host of the Engineer Your Life podcast. Recognized as one of Mail & Guardian's Top 200 Young South Africans, Lungelo has blazed his own trail in the digital world, amassing millions of social media views. Tune in as we explore his journey of building a powerful brand, the importance of growth content, and the richness that comes from positivity over negativity. We also discuss Lungelo's incredible community impact, including his work on the KwaZulu-Natal Children's Hospital. Don't miss out—listen now and embrace the art of being Misunderstood.

According to Saferspaces.org, “More than half of all the women murdered in South Africa were killed by an intimate male partner.” Tonight's story tragically underscores this fact, as 32-year-old Dorcas Didi Lekganyane, a recent honouree in the Mail & Guardian's 200 Young South Africans 2024 in the Climate Change and Environment category, was allegedly stabbed to death by her partner. South Africa has a grim history of femicide and violence against women and children. What drives this pervasive violence in our society? Joining us  to provide context on the story is our EWN Reporter, Thabiso Goba.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest  Consumer Default Index report from Experian has put the spotlight on the financial health of young consumers.  The report has revealed that loan defaults have decreased for young South Africans but that access is still a hurdle. Jaco van Jaarsveldt, Experian's Head of Commercial Strategy and Innovation says this positive trend doesn't necessarily mean their finances have drastically improved. According to the CDIx report this highlights  the need for both increased access to responsible credit and enhanced financial literacy. 

According to Lightstone, a provider of data and analytics on the property, automotice and business assets sector,   South Africans under the age of 35 years old are buying fewer houses than before – but they are paying more for them. Lester Kiewit speaks to Hayley Ivins-Downes, Managing Executive Real Estate Cluster at Lightstone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nthando and Fiona discuss the plight of young black South Africans. Is there hope?

Young South Africans are confused about who to vote for. This year, there are dozens of parties to choose from on the ballot paper. But for many young voters, having lots of options doesn't make it any easier. With a presidential election just around the corner, Radio Workshop reporter Naomi Grewan asks young people "Why?” and "How are they going to figure it out?"  

In this riveting episode of the 'Visions and Tones' podcast, our host (Dr. Tony Nyundu) delves into insightful conversations with Dr. Qinisani Qwabe, also known as Dr. Que, about indigenous foods and sustainable agriculture in South Africa. Dr Que is a lecturer at the Nelson Mandela University in the Department of Agricultural Sciences. He holds a PhD. in Sustainable Food Systems from the University of the Free State (South Africa). He is the newly elected chairperson of the Australia-Africa Universities Early Career Researchers Network (AAUECRN). in 2020, he received the recognition of the Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans. Dr Que is also the founder and host of the show - Harvest Chronicles.  As an authority in his field, Dr. Que sheds light on the myriad possibilities and potential challenges related to indigenous vegetables, agro-biodiversity, and food security, particularly among small-scale farmers. The episode explores Zulu culture, the decline of indigenous food consumption in South Africa, and argues for the critical role these food sources play in battling malnutrition and food insecurity. The discussion unravels the potential of indigenous foods in terms of nutrition and the economy, stressing the need for governments and farmers to prioritise them. Thank you fo choosing the Visions & Tones Podcast.

This audio is brought to you by Endress and Hauser, a leading supplier of products, solutions and services for industrial process measurement and automation. Young South Africans, aged 35 and younger, are demonstrating a growing preference for private mobility. This is evident in recent WesBank data that shows a consistent increase over the past three years in the number of vehicle finance applications for new and pre-owned cars by Millennials and Gen-Zs. This upward trajectory was tracked from 2021, when 722 505 vehicle finance applications were received from young people aged 35 and younger. This number increased to 806 458 in 2022, and 826 088 by 2023. "This is contrary to previously held views by industry experts who suggested that a desire for private car ownership would wane amongst Millennials and Gen-Zs in favour of alternative forms of transport, such as e-hailing services," says WesBank marketing and communications head Lebo Gaoaketse. "Vehicle purchases among this age group have, however, indeed slowed down, as reported in 2023 by data analytics firm Lightstone, which noted that those under 35 accounted for 39% of new car purchases in 2012, but only 31% in 2022. "Viewed in conjunction with WesBank's vehicle finance applications data, though, it becomes clear that the subdued sales are not a result of diminished desire for personal cars, but rather a symptom of a depressed economy and strained affordability across all age groups, including Millennials and Gen-Zs," says Gaoaketse. To stimulate sales, manufacturers, dealerships and finance houses have ramped up their incentive programmes in recent times by offering discounts, alternative finance structures and extended loan terms to ease the load carried by consumers seeking to purchase a car. "For recent graduates, for instance, who might not have a credit history, WesBank introduced a graduate finance programme, which grants young people access to vehicle finance despite not having a credit record," notes Gaoaketse. "However, more needs to be done to help young South Africans attain their aspiration for safe and reliable private mobility, which in many cases can also be a key consideration for a successful job application. "It may also be necessary for those seeking vehicle finance to consider more affordable alternatives in the pre-owned space or among value-oriented importers that have recently entered the local market," he advises.

This audio is brought to you by Endress and Hauser, a leading supplier of products, solutions and services for industrial process measurement and automation. Young South Africans, aged 35 and younger, are demonstrating a growing preference for private mobility. This is evident in recent WesBank data that shows a consistent increase over the past three years in the number of vehicle finance applications for new and pre-owned cars by Millennials and Gen-Zs. This upward trajectory was tracked from 2021, when 722 505 vehicle finance applications were received from young people aged 35 and younger. This number increased to 806 458 in 2022, and 826 088 by 2023. "This is contrary to previously held views by industry experts who suggested that a desire for private car ownership would wane amongst Millennials and Gen-Zs in favour of alternative forms of transport, such as e-hailing services," says WesBank marketing and communications head Lebo Gaoaketse. "Vehicle purchases among this age group have, however, indeed slowed down, as reported in 2023 by data analytics firm Lightstone, which noted that those under 35 accounted for 39% of new car purchases in 2012, but only 31% in 2022. "Viewed in conjunction with WesBank's vehicle finance applications data, though, it becomes clear that the subdued sales are not a result of diminished desire for personal cars, but rather a symptom of a depressed economy and strained affordability across all age groups, including Millennials and Gen-Zs," says Gaoaketse. To stimulate sales, manufacturers, dealerships and finance houses have ramped up their incentive programmes in recent times by offering discounts, alternative finance structures and extended loan terms to ease the load carried by consumers seeking to purchase a car. "For recent graduates, for instance, who might not have a credit history, WesBank introduced a graduate finance programme, which grants young people access to vehicle finance despite not having a credit record," notes Gaoaketse. "However, more needs to be done to help young South Africans attain their aspiration for safe and reliable private mobility, which in many cases can also be a key consideration for a successful job application. "It may also be necessary for those seeking vehicle finance to consider more affordable alternatives in the pre-owned space or among value-oriented importers that have recently entered the local market," he advises.

The average young South African doesn't vote. Many people with many hot takes have accused the country's youth of being apathetic, lazy, or just lacking understanding of our democracy. But those aren't the reasons why young South Africans aren't voting. Let's look at what is actually going on, to see what it might take to get young South Africans to vote in the 2024 election.Find us elsewhere:Youtube: @theissuewithdancorderInstagram: @theissuewithdancorder Twitter: @theissuewith Tiktok: @dancorderPatreon: TheIssuewithDanCorderInquiries: theissuewithdancorder@gmail.com

Relebogile speaks to Emile Jacobs the Training Director at Seifsa - (Steel and Engineering Industry Federation of Southern Africa), about encouraging young people to consider studying a trade which is essential for promoting vocational and technical education. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30-year-old Shezi, an estate manager at Cushman & Wakefield | Broll, is making waves in the commercial property industry and was recently named one of the Mail and Guardian's 200 Young South Africans for 2023. Podcast series on Moneyweb

Letlhogonolo Mokgoroane is a practising advocate and also a part-time in-counsel at the Centre for Applied Legal Studies at the University of the Witwatersrand.    They are also a commissioner for the O'Neill-Lancet Commission on Racism, Structural Discrimination and Global Health   They obtained their LLB from Stellenbosch University. After University, they served articles and later become an associate at Bowman Gilfillan Inc. In July 2016, they served as a law clerk for Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga at theConstitutional Court of South Africa.   They obtained the Sonke/UCLA Health & Human Rights Fellowship in 2017/2018 and completed a Masters in Law specialising Public Interest Law and Policy and Critical Race Studies (summa cum laude) .   In 2017, they started a literary podcast, The Cheeky Natives, which  primarily focuses on the review, curatorship and archiving of Black literature.  The podcast as seen the likes of Prof Kimberlé Crenshaw, Mona Eltahawy, Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng, Darnell L. Moore, Robert Jones Jr and many more.    They were named one of the top 200 Young South Africans in 2018.    In 2022, they formed part of the judging panel for the AKO CAINE PRIZE FOR AFRICAN WRITING   They have worked on a number of constitutional cases. This includes an amicus intervention at the Constitutional Court, arguing cost orders against victims and survivors of gender-based violence contribute to a culture of silence.  They have also worked on matters  before the Western Cape High Court and the Malawi Constitutional Court dealing with survivors' rights to freedom of expression and the criminalisation of consensual sex between minors respectively. Catch up on Letlhogonolo's podcast Cheeky Natives here: https://open.spotify.com/show/4dv8VfJ5OoSiMIsSnWxDng?si=w750n8XwQuCfytVlVdhn7Q --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tebello-motshwane/message

Guest: Youth Capital project lead Kristal Duncan Williams joins John to chat about how where young South Africans live and go to school has an impact on their economic future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a shortage of qualified South African cellphone repairers or mobile device repair technicians in the country, and soon; scores of young South Africans in Gauteng will soon be trained to become skilled distributors and repairers of devices such as cellphones, laptops, tablets and wearables. The project is led by the SA Mobile Devices Distributors and Repairers Association (Samddra), with funding from the Gauteng provincial government  with the aim to organize the mobile device distribution and repair industry. We spoke to Loyiso Tyira, SAMDDRA's Chairperson..  

Have you ever played the game "Would you Rather?" - listen to this episode to hear a microbial take on this fun game. And more importantly - is there even a correct answer at all? About our Guests: Dr Lauren Richards: I am a specialist physician with a sub-specialty in infectious diseases. I currently work at Helen Joseph Hospital in Johannesburg in the internal medicine and infectious diseases departments. I obtained my MBBCh and MMED at Wits University. I love my job and am still finding my ID niche. I think ID is the most exciting, interesting and surprising specialty out there!Follow Lauren on Twitter: @lolrichardsDr Nokukhanya Khaniyle- Lenaka : a registrar in paediatrics at the University of the Witwatersrand, Khanya is also a social media influencer with > 150 000 followers on instagram. She is a keynote speaker, promoting physical and mental well-being . Khanya was nominated as one of the "100 most influential Young South Africans" in the Science and Technology category in 2019. You can find her at: Social media: @dr_khanyileTik Tok: @dr_khanyile_ Visit the Microbe Mail website to sign up for updates E-mail: mail.microbe@gmail.comTwitter: @microbemailInstagram: Microbe_Mail

Welcome to the 1st episode of the Dr Coffee Podcast for 2023!  We wish a happy and blessed New year to all of our listeners and followers. Whatever adventure 2023 has in store for you, I pray you have incredible success and above all enjoy it! In this week's episode, I interview a dynamic young brother and sister duo about health system innovation, studying medicine abroad, and the wait for internship placement when you return, amongst other things. My guests on the podcast today are Dr Brett Lyndall Singh and Dr Michaela Singh. Both are graduates out of Wenzhou Medical University in China, where they earned their bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery degrees. They're also the founders of Alpha and Omega MedTech, a Medical supplies platform and supplier of diagnostic and therapeutic medical devices. You'll hear them tell us more about their company and the journey behind it, but by way of introduction it's important to know that their company has one of the youngest founding teams to hold a license from SAHPRA. Dr Brett Singh has presented at a number of local and international business and health innovation summits, and his efforts have been recognised with his inclusion in the Forbes Africa Magazine's “30 under 30”, for which he was one of the cover models, as well as inclusion in the Mail and Guardian top 200 Young South Africans. Connect with Dr Brett Lyndall Singh on Instagram [@drbrettlyndall], Youtube, LinkedIn, & Twitter Connect with Dr Michaela Singh on Instagram [@michaelatsingh], & YouTube Thank you to our long-term partner of the Dr Coffee podcast - Aesthetikos Photography portrait studio. Check out their work and be sure to mention “Dr Coffee” when you make a booking with them to receive 15% off the price of your photography package. They're also on Instagram at @aesthetikos.studio If you have a suggestion of an episode topic, or know of a consultant or senior registrar in a specialty that YOU would like featured on the Dr Coffee Podcast, please get in touch. The podcast's email address is drcoffeeza@gmail.com. We're also on Instagram and Youtube, with the username “@DrCoffeeZA”. If you've got anything else on your mind, please get in touch, we'd love to hear from you. Please consider sharing this episode with fellow junior doctors and medical students in your world who you think would benefit from the content and enjoy it. It's as easy as two clicks - simply post/share the link to this episode, or tag @drcoffeeza in a post related to the content. Thank you so much for your support!

In this week's episode, publicist and book lover Thembela Mputamputa is in conversation with Mogau Seshoene, author of Hosting with the Lazy Makoti. About the book: The highly anticipated new cookbook from South Africa's award-winning and bestselling cookbook author and chef. “I am back with a brand-new collection of over 100 delicious, easy-to-follow recipes! In my highly anticipated new cookbook, Hosting with the Lazy Makoti, I will show you how to host any occasion with stylish and tasty food, from soul-warming one-pot dinners, irresistible easy bakes, and hearty plant-based dishes to Mzansi favourites, flavourful seven-colour meals, decadent desserts, vibrant African cuisine, and much more.” ‘Her unique characteristics and impressive enthusiasm flood the pages.' - Abigail Donnelly ‘Mogau's way with food puts beautiful labels on age-old foods that have been passed from generation to generation.' - Florence Masebe ‘This is not just a cookbook, but a demonstration of what one can achieve with passion.' - Savita K Mbuli About the author: Mogau Seshoene is a trained chef and award-winning cookbook author. Her previous book, The Lazy Makoti's Guide to the Kitchen, became an instant bestseller. Mogau has received a Gourmand World Cookbook Award and a USIBA Creative and Cultural Industries Award, and was named the 2021 Luxe Restaurant Awards Culinary Media Personality of the Year. She's featured on the Forbes Africa ‘30 under 30' list and the Mail and Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans list.

In this week's episode, publicist and book lover Thembela Mputamputa is in conversation with Mogau Seshoene, author of Hosting with the Lazy Makoti. About the book: The highly anticipated new cookbook from South Africa's award-winning and bestselling cookbook author and chef. “I am back with a brand-new collection of over 100 delicious, easy-to-follow recipes! In my highly anticipated new cookbook, Hosting with the Lazy Makoti, I will show you how to host any occasion with stylish and tasty food, from soul-warming one-pot dinners, irresistible easy bakes, and hearty plant-based dishes to Mzansi favourites, flavourful seven-colour meals, decadent desserts, vibrant African cuisine, and much more.” ‘Her unique characteristics and impressive enthusiasm flood the pages.' - Abigail Donnelly ‘Mogau's way with food puts beautiful labels on age-old foods that have been passed from generation to generation.' - Florence Masebe ‘This is not just a cookbook, but a demonstration of what one can achieve with passion.' - Savita K Mbuli About the author: Mogau Seshoene is a trained chef and award-winning cookbook author. Her previous book, The Lazy Makoti's Guide to the Kitchen, became an instant bestseller. Mogau has received a Gourmand World Cookbook Award and a USIBA Creative and Cultural Industries Award, and was named the 2021 Luxe Restaurant Awards Culinary Media Personality of the Year. She's featured on the Forbes Africa ‘30 under 30' list and the Mail and Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans list.

On this podcast, Maanda Tshifularo interviewed Noluvuyo Gqadu, who is the Founder of CodeNgwana, an organisation that is focused on teaching children from disadvantaged areas how to code. Noluvuyo is an award-winning technology professional, notably one of the 2021 Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans. She has written stories about technology for kids and […]

Africa Daily is on the road in Africa… first stop: South Africa. And Alan has arrived just in time for Mandela day – a celebration of the former president's birth. When Nelson Mandela became South Africa's first democratically elected president in 1994, he was a hero in his own country, and an inspiration across the world. But 28 years after the fall of apartheid, some, particularly those who are younger than 28, are beginning to question Mandela's legacy. The South Africa of today is struggling with high poverty levels, shortages of clean water and disruption of its electricity supply. Eight million people are jobless, in a country of 60 million. Today, for Africa Daily, Alan Kasujja is Johannesburg and brings together people from across the generations in Mandela's former home. He hears from some young people who blame his political decisions for some of the country's current problems…and those who say he's still their hero. Presenter: Alan Kasujja (@kasujja)

Carol Ofori's WCW this week was Chief Executive Officer of Lingua Franca Publishers, Deputy Chairperson of the African Publishers Association, Co-Founder of Women of Note Empowerment NPO, and a member of the Mail and Guardian's Top 200 Young South Africans of 2022, Dawn Shabangu-Rikhotso.

Carol Ofori's WCW this week was Chief Executive Officer of Lingua Franca Publishers, Deputy Chairperson of the African Publishers Association, Co-Founder of Women of Note Empowerment NPO, and a member of the Mail and Guardian's Top 200 Young South Africans of 2022, Dawn Shabangu-Rikhotso.

Guest: Kristal Duncan-Williams is the Project Lead for Youth Capital, a youth led advocacy campaign. She joins John to explain that job-seeking is locking young people out of opportunities - and to explain how we can work to change that. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In episode 37, I am joined by Tim Mitchell, who is the head of Digital Transformation at Flux Labs and is part of the Mail and Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans in Science & Technology.Tim and I discuss the power of digital transformation, and how entrepreneurs can use it to build their people and businesses.Please like, share and subscribe! #Impactco #DigitalTransformation #Entrepreneurship

On this podcast Maanda Tshifularo (SuperLead CEO) interviewed Noluvuyo Gqadu who is the founder of CodeNgwana, an organisation that is focused on teaching children from disadvantaged areas how to code. Noluvuyo is an award-winning technology professional, notably one of the 2021 Mail n Guardian 200 Young South Africans. She has written stories about technology for kids […]

Mr South Africa top eight finalist, Danny Doman, talks about having a positive body image and the opening of his own dance studio at the age of 20. His recent journey to win a body positivity competition called, ‘Unseen International', is where he got to share some of his personal experiences. “At the end of the day for me, it's all about sharing my story and motivating the younger generation to be who they are,” Danny Doman says.

Mr South Africa top eight finalist, Danny Doman, talks about having a positive body image and the opening of his own dance studio at the age of 20. His recent journey to win a body positivity competition called, ‘Unseen International', is where he got to share some of his personal experiences. “At the end of the day for me, it's all about sharing my story and motivating the younger generation to be who they are,” Danny Doman says.

Since the end of Apartheid South Africans have largely stuck with parties that represent their own racial group. But with a new generation of voters growing up in a democratic nation, is it time for South Africans to cast off their racial allegiances? Host: Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja) Guests: Godfrey Skosana from the Freedom Front Plus and Jess Griesel from the Economic Freedom Fighters #AfricaDaily

South Africa's unemployment rate has hit a record high: it's now 34.4%, which means about 7.8 million people are currently without a job. Young South Africans - especially young graduates - have been hit the hardest. So, how did things get so out of hand? And is the pandemic solely to blame for this? Hosted by Alan Kasujja (@Kasujja on Twitter) Guests: Mpho, young unemployed South African; Phumlani Majozi, columnist on economics and politics. #AfricaDaily

Gasant Abarder is a journalist who has worked in print, radio and television newsrooms in South Africa for 21 years. He was the editor for the well known South African Cape Times and Cape Argus newspapers. Gasant was nominated as the Mail & Guardian's 200 Young South Africans in 2013. He also served as the deputy chairperson of the South African National Editor's Forum and is he currently the Media, Marketing and Communications Manager for the University of the Western Cape in South Africa. We spoke Gasant about his book “Hack with a Grenade” to get a little glimpse into his 21-year career as newspaper journalist and editor. Amazon: https://amzn.to/3sL3WaX #CommissionEarned

Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans – Nabeelah Kolia & Nasreen Jajbhay: journey to success by Radio Islam

Siv Ngesi is not your average entertainer. He's an outstanding actor, comedian, and presenter, he's been featured on Mail & Guardians 200 Young South Africans list, Cosmo's Sexiest Men list in 2015 and is a SAFTA winner. But what is a day in the life of Siv Ngesi really like? From success and stardom to controversial comments, Keri Miller is here to ask about it all.

Siv Ngesi is not your average entertainer. He's an outstanding actor, comedian, and presenter, he's been featured on Mail & Guardians 200 Young South Africans list, Cosmo's Sexiest Men list in 2015 and is a SAFTA winner. But what is a day in the life of Siv Ngesi really like? From success and stardom to controversial comments, Keri Miller is here to ask about it all.

Siv Ngesi is not your average entertainer. He's an outstanding actor, comedian, and presenter, he's been featured on Mail & Guardians 200 Young South Africans list, Cosmo's Sexiest Men list in 2015 and is a SAFTA winner. But what is a day in the life of Siv Ngesi really like? From success and stardom to controversial comments, Keri Miller is here to ask about it all.

This Reboot Republic is the first of the series in partnership with the Fight Inequality Alliance - A global movement campaigning to end the excessive concentration of power and wealth in the hands of a small elite and achieve a just, equal and sustainable world. We are discussing what the inequality situation is around the world, the solutions, the global protests against inequality and Davos being held from the 23rd to 30th January, and what you can do! We are joined today by three inspiring young inequality activists from across the world including: - María Ayala who is the research coordinator in Acción Ciudadana Frente a la Pobreza in Mexico and part of the Fight Inequality Alliance Mexico, - Chulumano Mihlali Nkasela a young queer activist, student activist and community leader in South Africa, current spokesperson of the Black People's National Crisis Committee and recently recognised by the Mail & Guardian newspaper Top 200 Young South Africans 2020. She is a member of Fight Inequality Alliance South Africa Steering Committee. - Mwilima Lutangu Daisy is a Zambian youth activist and the National Coordinator for the Fight Inequality Alliance in Zambia. They outline the harsh reality of inequality in their respective countries, how the COVID 19 pandemic has exacerbated that inequality, issues around housing, healthcare and education and poverty, and set out the solutions, and what citizens can do to challenge and change inequality. The Podcast ends with an inspiring new song from the The Fight Inequality Alliance Zambia called 'It's Not Fair'. Check out FightInequality.org Fight Inequality Alliance on twitter, FB, Instagram #BetterthanDavos #FightInequality Join us at:patreon.com/tortoiseshack

This week’s guest is Tecla Ciolfi ( @texxonfire on Twitter, @texxonfire on Instagram), editor and founder of music website Texx and the City, and the host of the podcast, Texx Talks. Tecla has been in the music industry for over ten years and was one of Mail & Guardian’s Top 200 Young South Africans. We chatted about that time she auditioned for Idols, what she thinks of this year’s Grammy nominees, the DJ Lag situation and her top 5 albums ever. Join our exclusive Crushing On Club on Facebook to discuss pop culture news and topics with other like-minded listeners - https://www.facebook.com/groups/crushingonclubFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube, find out more at crushingonpodcast.comFind out more about IGN Africa on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or on their website - africa.ign.comSubscribe to Caryn’s newsletter: https://wildestdreams.substack.com/welcomeShow notes:Podcast: Texx Talks (Spotify)Podcast: Texx Talks: Kwesta (Spotify)Podcast: Texx Talks: Cassper Nyovest (Texx and the City)Podcast: Texx Talks: Tresor (Texx and the City)News: The DJ Lag / Wil.i.am situation (Times Live)Podcast: Texx Talks: PH Fat (Texx and the City)Podcast: Texx Talks: Majozi (Texx and the City)Music: Elaine (Spotify)Music: Thando (Spotify)Music: The Slow Rush - Tame Impala (Spotify)Music: Post Human Survival Horror - Bring Me The Horizon (Spotify)Music: Channel Orange - Frank Ocean (Spotify)Music: The ‘59 Sound - Gaslight Anthem (Spotify)Music: Chet Baker Sings - Chet Baker (Spotify)Music: Unplugged - Nirvana (Spotify)Music: Grace - Jeff Buckley (Spotify)Crushing On:  Mank (Netflix)Euphoria Special: Trouble Don’t Always Last (Showmax)

Monde Sitole is an educational strategist, columnist, adventurer and the pioneer of the NextSchool Initiative. Based in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, Sitole has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro twice and also scaled Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak, and Mount Denali, the highest summit in North America. He has his sights set on climbing Mount Everest without bottled oxygen to raise awareness and funds for girl child education and empowerment. Sitole is an ambassador for the UN’s A World at School, the Brookings Institute and Girl Up. Among other accolades, he has been included in the prestigious Mail and Guardian 200 Young South Africans list, The Young Independent’s 100 Trailblazers and the Superbalist 100. Sitole’s NextSchool Initiative will culminate in the building of Monde Sitole Primary School in Lady Frere. Sitole’s belief in the importance of empowering and inspiring South Africa’s youth through education is central to the vision of The Monde Sitole Foundation and the multi-faceted and innovative educational work that falls under its umbrella. To offer support to the Monde Sitole Foundation please visit here https://www.mondesitolefoundation.com/

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David Kabwa is the Prime Minister of the Commonwealth Youth Parliament, the University of Pretoria's Student Representative Council President, and one of the Mail and Guardian's 200 Young South Africans. Together, we discuss issues including gender-based violence, political and institutional bureaucracy, #FeesMustFall, the Coronavirus, and more.

During this podcast I am chatting with Henk Pretorius, a multi-award-winning and commercially celebrated South African-born film-maker. Nominated by the Mail & Guardian as one of the Top 200 Young South Africans (2013), Henk Pretorius won the Golden Space Needle Award (2013) at the Seattle International Film Festival. We chatted about his latest movie, a spooky horror, 'The Unfamiliar' which is currently streaming on Amazon Prime. After seeing it twice, I would suggest not watching it ALONE in the dark! Unless you are a hardcore horror movie fan and aren't easily frightened. I found Henk to be a delightful young man, who also spent some of the interview time listening to me reminiscing about my time spent in the 'old country', beautiful South Africa.  #henkpretorius #theunfamiliar #Llewelynn Greeff #witbank #kemptonpark #southafrica #JenniferNicoleStang #BarendKruger #JemimaWest #ChristopherDane #darkmatterstudios #starburstpromotions #annawolf #horror #horrormovie #scary #halloweenviewing #halloween #podcast #martinamercerunshakenunstirred #martinamercer

I've Started a new series called "Young South Africans"in which we put the spotlight on young leaders in our country. Wandile Makwetu is a very exciting prospect in South African Cricket. He captains the Knights Cricket team and has also captained the Proteas u19 team. He recently won the CSA award for newcomer of the year. i had a great time with Wandile, Enjoy the show.

Athi Jara is a Director and Head of the Mining and Environmental Law Department at Gwina Attorneys, a corporate law firm based in Johannesburg, South Africa.   She holds an LLB Degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg and an LLM Degree (with merit) from the University of Sussex, United Kingdom. She has over 10 years' experience in Mining and Environmental Law.   She has completed Certificate Courses in Prospecting and Mining Law, and Advanced Company Laws I and II from the Mandela Institute at Wits University.   She was previously a Senior Associate in the Mining Department at Edward Nathan Sonnenbergs Incorporated (ENSafrica). Prior to joining ENSafrica, she practised as an attorney in the Mining, Environmental and Natural Resources Department at Bowman Gilfillan (now Bowmans). While at Bowmans, she was exposed to mining law, energy law, environmental law and public procurement law. She was also part of the team that advised the Department of Energy and National Treasury on the implementation of the first Independent Power Producers Programme for Renewable Energy (IPP Programme) in South Africa. Prior to Bowmans, she completed her articles of clerkship and was retained as an Associate within the Environmental and Mining Law Department at Eversheds.   Her experience within the mining practice area includes involvement in mergers and acquisitions transactions, conducting mining due diligences, compiling mining title reports, undertaking mining litigation, black economic empowerment structuring in compliance with the provisions of the Mining Charter, giving advice on mining royalties and drafting technical mining agreements.   She has acted for a wide range of mining companies in all mineral commodity sectors, including base and precious metals, diamonds, coal, gold and platinum group metals. She has also assisted a number of clients with regards to their environmental compliance requirements under South African Law.   In 2019, Athi was recognised as one of the Mail & Guardian's 200 Young South Africans in the Justice and Law Category. Remember to always use your voice and your resources to amplify the issues which matter. In South Africa a black woman is has an equal chance at securing employment as she does being murdered by her intimate partner. This cannot be our narrative and it is important to speak out about injustices against women. It is also important that if you are a victim of GBV that you gather the strength to see to it that your abuser is brought to book. Reach out to Sonke Gender Justice: To report an incident of sexual harassment, bullying, abuse or any other form of harassment experienced, seen or heard about, or an incident of fraud, corruption or bribery: CALL the toll-free whistleblower hotline: 0800 333 059 SMS: 33490 EMAIL: sonke@whistleblowing.co.za --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tebello-motshwane/message

In this week's Top Women podcast, Topco Media CEO, Ralf Fletcher is in conversation with local powerhouse Aisha Pandor, co-founder of SweepSouth. Aisha is the daughter of Naledi Pandor (South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation) and brings with her a wealth of knowledge both inside and outside the workplace. With a PhD in Human Genetics from the University of Cape Town and an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking verve, Aisha is an inspiration to all South Africans. In this dynamic video podcast, Ralf and Aisha sit down to discuss a host of topics - ranging from what sets the South African government and economy apart, to the vital role technology plays in local start-ups. Aisha gives her insight on the opportunities we are presented with during this uncertain time, and touches on some of the lesser-known challenges that business owners faced with. Aisha R. Pandor is co-founder of SweepSouth (sweepsouth.com), an online platform for booking, paying for and managing homes cleaning services from your laptop, phone or tablet. SweepSouth is the first company on the African continent to offer this service, and a 500 Startups Batch 14 alum. Aisha previously worked as a management consultant, gaining experience in the telecommunications and mining industries. Aisha has a PhD in Human Genetics from the University of Cape Town and an Associate in Management from the UCT Graduate School of Business. Between 2011 and 2012, she received the South African Women in Science Award for her research and was named as one of the Mail and Guardian newspaper's 200 Young South Africans.

In this week's Top Women podcast, Topco Media CEO, Ralf Fletcher is in conversation with local powerhouse Aisha Pandor, co-founder of SweepSouth. Aisha is the daughter of Naledi Pandor (South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation) and brings with her a wealth of knowledge both inside and outside the workplace. With a PhD in Human Genetics from the University of Cape Town and an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking verve, Aisha is an inspiration to all South Africans. In this dynamic video podcast, Ralf and Aisha sit down to discuss a host of topics - ranging from what sets the South African government and economy apart, to the vital role technology plays in local start-ups. Aisha gives her insight on the opportunities we are presented with during this uncertain time, and touches on some of the lesser-known challenges that business owners faced with. Aisha R. Pandor is co-founder of SweepSouth (sweepsouth.com), an online platform for booking, paying for and managing homes cleaning services from your laptop, phone or tablet. SweepSouth is the first company on the African continent to offer this service, and a 500 Startups Batch 14 alum. Aisha previously worked as a management consultant, gaining experience in the telecommunications and mining industries. Aisha has a PhD in Human Genetics from the University of Cape Town and an Associate in Management from the UCT Graduate School of Business. Between 2011 and 2012, she received the South African Women in Science Award for her research and was named as one of the Mail and Guardian newspaper's 200 Young South Africans.

In 2010, Misha gathered like-minded individuals to plant 1000 trees in 1 month and hasn't stopped since! In 2008 Misha was part of an expedition Doing it For Africa, and drove from Cape Town to London overland, profiling NGO's and community-based projects through 21 African Countries. In 2011 he landed Top 200 Young South Africans by the Mail and Guardian and in 2013 was nominated by Mail and Guardian and Department of Environmental affairs as one of SA's top climate change leaders. He has been included in Legacy Project hall of fame for those out to make a difference in the world. When he is not planting trees, you can find him inspiring entrepreneurs as a YALI Africa Fellow or sprinting up Table Mountain. Misha is invited to speak at conferences, workshops, and gatherings regularly, from TEDx, United Nations, Pecha-Kucha and Universities globally. More on Greenpop: With a focus on nature-based solutions, Greenpop is an award-winning non-profit on a mission to restore ecosystems, re-green communities and empower environmental stewards across Southern Africa and the World. Greenpop was founded in 2010 and has since planted over 100 000 trees through our reforestation and re-greening efforts across South Africa, Malawi, Zambia and Tanzania, developing, implementing and collaborating on projects in climate change adaptation, community-based conservation and sustainable landscape management. Misha Teasdale Director Greenpop www.greenpop.org Twitter - @mishateasdale / @greenpop Instagram - @mishateasdale / @greenpop --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Unframed — In this episode, I chat with Banele Khoza about his artistic and curatorial practice. This is the final episode in a series on Unframed called "Artists in Isolation” which profiles South African artists during the lockdown period of the COVID-19 pandemic. As we, in South Africa enter Level 3 of lockdown, we end this series but will continue producing content that keeps the art community connected and inspired. Banele Khoza (*1994) is a Swaziland-born and South African-based visual artist. He firstly enrolled at the London International School of Fashion in Johannesburg, but soon realized his passion was drawing. Khoza holds a BTechin Fine Arts from Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria. In 2017 he won the prestigious Gerard Sekoto Award and with it a three-month residency at the CitéInternationale des Arts in Paris. His solo exhibitions include Temporary Feelings at the Pretoria Art Museum (2016); Lonely Nights at Lizamore Gallery(2017) LOVE? at Smith Studio in Cape Town (2018). Khoza also headlined the solo exhibition titled LGBTQI+: Banele Khoza as part of the Curatorial Lab at Zeitz MOCAA (2018). In 2018 he curated A Letter to my 22 Year Old Self, a group show presented to launch his fundraising activities which will give grants to art students dealing with economic hardship at SA universities. In 2019 Khoza opened `'Seeking Love`' a museum touring show around South Africa and has been awarded the M&G 200 Young South Africans. Khoza is the co-curator with Nicole Siegenthaler of Art Joburg: Gallery Lab. Enjoy listening to my conversation with Banele Khoza.

In this episode, I chat with Banele Khoza about his artistic and curatorial practice. This is the final episode in a series on Unframed called "Artists in Isolation” which profiles South African artists during the lockdown period of the COVID-19 pandemic. As we, in South Africa enter Level 3 of lockdown, we end this series but will continue producing content that keeps the art community connected and inspired. Banele Khoza (*1994) is a Swaziland-born and South African-based visual artist. He firstly enrolled at the London International School of Fashion in Johannesburg, but soon realized his passion was drawing. Khoza holds a BTechin Fine Arts from Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria. In 2017 he won the prestigious Gerard Sekoto Award and with it a three-month residency at the CitéInternationale des Arts in Paris. His solo exhibitions include Temporary Feelings at the Pretoria Art Museum (2016); Lonely Nights at Lizamore Gallery(2017) LOVE? at Smith Studio in Cape Town (2018). Khoza also headlined the solo exhibition titled LGBTQI+: Banele Khoza as part of the Curatorial Lab at Zeitz MOCAA (2018). In 2018 he curated A Letter to my 22 Year Old Self, a group show presented to launch his fundraising activities which will give grants to art students dealing with economic hardship at SA universities. In 2019 Khoza opened `'Seeking Love`' a museum touring show around South Africa and has been awarded the M&G 200 Young South Africans. Khoza is the co-curator with Nicole Siegenthaler of Art Joburg: Gallery Lab. Enjoy listening to my conversation with Banele Khoza.

After graduating Cum Laude with an LLB degree from the University of Pretoria, Buhle joined a leading intellectual property law firm where she practiced as an attorney. Her areas of focus were in the fields of intellectual property law and commercial litigation. After completing one year as an associate, Buhle decided to pursue a career in advocacy. Once she completed her pupillage, Buhle joined the Victoria Mxenge Group of advocates at the end of 2011. Her areas of practice include intellectual property law, competition law, media and entertainment law, telecommunications law, constitutional and administrative law, procurement law and general commercial litigation. Buhle also holds a BCom: Economics and a BA: Politics, Philosophy and Economics. Buhle is a recipient of the prestigious Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans award for 2017 in the Justice and Law category. Buhle is also a recipient of the Avance Media 100 Most Influential South Africans award for 2018 in the Law and Governance Category. Buhle is presently reading for her Master's degree in Human Rights Advocacy and Litigation at the University of the Witswatersrand. Buhle has definitely ensured that excellence remains her brand. Tune in to hear about Buhle's journey in the legal profession and how continues to be a trailblazing woman in law. Tag us on Instagram @buhlelekokotla @sister_in_law_ Don't forget to rate and review the show. Your feedback is important to me, please send all feedback and suggestions to advice@sisterinlaw.co.za The same email can also be used to book consultations or request for collaborations. To receive the Sister In Law newsletter visit www.sisterinlaw.co.za scroll down to the end and submit your email address to be added to the mailing list. Stay home. Stay safe. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tebello-motshwane/message

At just 27, Mpho Chitapi became the youngest Black female Partner at ENSAfrica, Africa's largest law firm. This Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) attorney achieved a meteoric rise to the Executive of ENSafrica. She currently occupies the role of Group Technology Head: Legal at Nedbank Limited. Her story is as inspirational as it is empowering, and her journey from humble beginnings as a young Black girl from Vosloorus with big dreams, to having a seat at the table of the best legal minds in Africa, is a living manifestation of the current zeitgeist of Black excellence, the empowerment of young Black professionals and the affirmation that the dreams and aspirations of young Black children remain valid and achievable. Mpho's story begins in the township of Vosloorus, where she grew up as the last born in a family of 3 siblings. She demonstrated academic excellence by matriculating in 2009 with 7 Distinctions from the National School of the Arts, and going on to become the first member of her family to complete a University degree (an LLB from the Wits). In the second year of her studies at Wits, Mpho was hand-picked as an outstanding candidate by the recruiters of ENSafrica, and recognising her value potential, they offered her a full scholarship to cover tuition and costs for the remainder of her degree, on condition that she would complete her articles with the firm. It was this moment that changed the course of her life, and set her on a trajectory that would see her breaking down barriers and breaking through ceilings in ways she could only have dreamed of. In an environment that is not particularly geared towards the upliftment and advancement of Black professionals, Mpho has faced those challenges head on and proven herself an exceptional & capable TMT lawyer. She has driven some of the largest and most complex TMT transactions in recent years, and has built a fire brand as a thought leader in her field, with a volume of published articles, technical blogs, and high profile media and expert panel appearances to her name. Mpho's exemplary performance over the years did not go unrecognised, and in 2019, she was welcomed into the Partnership of ENSafrica, the youngest Black female ever to achieve this milestone. Mpho was also named one of the Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans of 2019. She is also a finalist for the SA Professional Services Awards for Young Law Professional of the Year which awards are to be held in 2020. Her achievements are no small feat. According to research conducted by LexisNexis from data provided by the Law Society of South Africa, Black female attorneys make up only 15% of the over 24,000 attorneys in South Africa. They are the least represented demographic. This speaks to the difficulty of making it as a Black female attorney in South Africa, where one often has to work twice as hard to receive half the recognition. Mpho continues to demonstrate an extraordinary level of determination, drive and diligence in her commitment to her craft as a TMT specialist and in 2019 she obtained her Master of Laws in Information and Communications Law from Wits. At the core of her motivations in life is the empowerment and upliftment of women in general, and Black women in particular. She has embodied Black Excellence in a way that will forever inspire and ignite the dreamer in every Black child who hears her story. Tag us on Instagram @sister_in_law_ @madam_attorney For advertising, guest suggestions, general feedback & collaborations email: advice@sisterinlaw.co.za YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSw6-EaQCRhr-k-L6kqdfQ Website: www.sisterinlaw.co.za #staysafe #stayhome --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tebello-motshwane/message

In today’s episode, I have Sipamandla Manqele who is the woman behind the food brand Local Village foods, where they believe that Food is our currency for connection. Born in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape she was always committed to contributing to the development of her community and even bigger, our continent. Her company sources only naturally grown food from small scale farmers across the continent. Its range includes African superfoods, grains, granola, raw African honey, gluten-free flour, and porridge. Sipamandla was selected as one of the Mail and Guardian’s 200 Young South Africans in 2019 In our conversation today you will hear about; 1. How her entrepreneurial journey started - from selling toilet papers, to selling chickens and now Local Village Foods 2. She passionately shares how she sees food as a way to break borders and to connect people 3. She also shares some biggest lessons, misconceptions and what she had to unlearn in her business journey 4. And last one thing I cannot leave out, how does her time to replenish look like I hope that you do take something from this conversation today, do enjoy. ************************************************************************************** Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast if you haven't already, rate and review us. You can also leave us a voice message on anchor.fm and who knows you might be featured on our next episode. These are other platforms where you can find this podcast and subscribe to one that you have access to. You can find both our Podcast and our Host Olerato on Instagram. For business inquiries email us on lmthembu27@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thejourneyunearthed/message

In today's pod-episode I had a conversation with Khanyisile Kgoadi, to uncover her journey in Science. She is one of the women currently reshaping the narrative of women in the STEM field. She is an award-winning woman scientist, recognized by Mail & Guardian as one of the top 200 Young South Africans in 2018 and by WISA in 2015. She's a PhD student in Clinical Science & Immunology at the UCT. As a girl who grew up in Soweto, one of her dreams was to find a cure for HIV. In our conversation today she shared things she had to sacrifice, some of her toughest times and some rewarding moments in choosing this route. She also highlighted the importance of grooming the next generation of scientists that are going to bring in solutions to African problems. Her passion and love for people stand out without a doubt. I do hope you learn a thing or two from this episode. Do enjoy. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast if you haven't already, rate and review us. You can also leave us a voice message on anchor.fm and who knows you might be featured on our next episode. ************************************************************************************** These are other platforms where you can find this podcast and subscribe to one that you have access to. You can find both our Podcast and our Host Olerato on Instagram. Our website is www.lifewitholerato.com For business inquiries email us on lmthembu27@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thejourneyunearthed/message

This is the first episode to my second attempt at being a Pod-caster In this episode I explain the rationale behind this new venture. What is going to be different from my previous episodes, and how I intend to add new value to the lives of Young South Africans. Join me along this journey, and become the change you've been waiting for. Dankie Mali, Dankie Mpilo, Dankie Progression, Asjiki! Enjoy.   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/insightsofayoungcadre/message

This episode features, Hetty Boachie-Yiadom, award winning entrepreneur, businesswoman, conversationalist and mentor.   Hetty is one of the 2019's Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans (#MG200Young) with 7 retail stores and growing. In this episode, Hetty talks about her favourite books, mentorship, pan-africanism, and what it takes to start and sustain a family business. Amazing guest, great conversation. Press play. Facebook: Hetty The Entrepreneur – www.facebook.com/HettyTheEntrepreneur Twitter: @HettyEntreprene / @ph_boutique Instagram: @Hetty_The_Entrepreneur / @ph_boutique Website: www.phboutique.com

shutterstock Unemployment is a major problem in South Africa. The youth – defined as those aged between 15 and 35 – make up a big proportion of the country’s high unemployment rate. The agricultural sector could be a key source of job creation for these young people. But while some in this group are interested in agriculture, there are obstacles in their path. And that means many young South Africans are turning their backs on the sector. In today’s episode of Pasha Luke Metelerkamp, a post-doctoral research fellow at Rhodes University, discusses how South Africa’s youth feel about agriculture as a possible space for jobs. Read more: Young South Africans want to farm. But the system isn't ready for them Photo: By Sunshine Seeds Close up of African child hands planting vegetables in soil - Image. Shutterstock Music “Happy African Village” by John Bartmann found on FreeMusicArchive.org licensed under CC0 1.

Yes back with part 2 of this live recording of She’s Got Drive from Eaton Workshop Hotel in DC. Really this interview is so rich!! I loved spending time with Lesley.  As a reminder... Lesley is Chief Executive Officer at Tshimologong Precinct in Johannesburg  a Wits University initiative that propels skills development for employability and entrepreneurship in the digital economy through collaboration with provincial government, corporates and entrepreneurs. She formerly worked with the First Lady of South Africa.  Lesley founded Impact Hub Johannesburg in 2010 -  the first in Africa and now one of over 100 Impact Hubs in major cities around the world supporting social entrepreneurs. She has served on the global Association Board and has supported several teams in their development process. She is currently participating on the inaugural class of the Obama Foundation Leaders Progam: Africa as part of 200 emerging leaders from across the continent to explore new ways to take on the biggest challenges in their communities.  in 2011 was selected onto the list of the Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans.    I hope you continue to enjoy our conversation -  Listen and let me know your favorite moment of our conversation and send it to me @@shirleymcalpine_❤️  I plan my life and work my plan - thats been how I have become successful in my life. Thats why I have created this 4 Step Goal Keeper for you. Download it here shirleymcalpine.com/goalkeeper  to create and plan your life.  If you loved the show please REVIEW it here on iTunes: http://shirleymcalpine.com/itunes SHE'S GOT DRIVE is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by awesome female band Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud   Connect with me through Social Media FACEBOOK: Join the She's Got Drive Tribe on Facebook Community Page INSTAGRAM: :@shirleymcalpine_ To go to the She's Got Drive Facebook page  WEBSITE: http://shirleymcalpine.com/contactme/   

Yes She’s Got Drive was live at The Eaton Workshop Hotel in DC and on Facebook last month . Here is part 1 of  the wonderful interview. Lesley is Chief Executive Officer at Tshimologong Precinct in Johannesburg  a Wits University initiative that propels skills development for employability and entrepreneurship in the digital economy through collaboration with provincial government, corporates and entrepreneurs.  Lesley founded Impact Hub Johannesburg in 2010 -  the first in Africa and now one of over 100 Impact Hubs in major cities around the world supporting social entrepreneurs. She has served on the global Association Board and has supported several teams in their development process. She is currently participating on the inaugural class of the Obama Foundation Leaders Progam: Africa as part of 200 emerging leaders from across the continent to explore new ways to take on the biggest challenges in their communities.  in 2011 was selected onto the list of the Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans.   I hope you continue to enjoy our conversation -  Listen and let me know your favorite moment of our conversation and send it to me @@shirleymcalpine_❤️  I plan my life and work my plan - thats been how I have become successful in my life. Thats why I have created this 4 Step Goal Keeper for you. Download it here shirleymcalpine.com/goalkeeper  to create and plan your life.  If you loved the show please REVIEW it here on iTunes: http://shirleymcalpine.com/itunes SHE'S GOT DRIVE is produced by Cassandra Voltolina and music by awesome female band Blonde. Artwork by Natasha Merrifield Listen on iTunes, Podbean, Stitcher and Google Play and SoundCloud   Connect with me through Social Media FACEBOOK: Join the She's Got Drive Tribe on Facebook Community Page INSTAGRAM: :@shirleymcalpine_ To go to the She's Got Drive Facebook page WEBSITE: http://shirleymcalpine.com/contactme/     

Branding and advertising expert Andy Rice critiques the DA’s new ad which the party launched on Monday.

Four Grade 6 school boys came together to collect unused sports kits for kids at underprivileged schools in South Africa. Recently they gave 13 full cricket kits to a club in Alexandra. Brothers, Somaan Khan and Aazan Khan, Ross Garrett and Michael Adamson have now set up Play It Forward Jozi, to make a difference. The friends join the Good Things Guy to chat about doing good & inspiring other young South Africans in the process.

JacPod — Four Grade 6 school boys came together to collect unused sports kits for kids at underprivileged schools in South Africa. Recently they gave 13 full cricket kits to a club in Alexandra. Brothers, Somaan Khan and Aazan Khan, Ross Garrett and Michael Adamson have now set up Play It Forward Jozi, to make a difference. The friends join the Good Things Guy to chat about doing good & inspiring other young South Africans in the process.

Pearl Boshomane Tsotetsi is the Lifestyle Editor at the Sunday Times (South Africa). Pearl was voted one of Mail and Guardian's Top 200 Young South Africans in 2015 and assumed her current role in 2017. She previously served as Editor of Daily Planet, an intersectional pop culture and social commentary website covering the arts, feminism, racism, social media and digital consumer trends. In addition to working at the Sunday Times, the self-proclaimed "Blonde Bombshell" writes and curates for her blog, FeministMakoti.co.za— a platform for black female voices to convey perspectives on love, sex, marriage, relationships and everything in between. In this conversation with Andile Masuku - taped at Africa Travel Summit 2018 (http://africatravelsummit.com) - Pearl unpacks her aspirational editorial approach to crafting an “intelligent lifestyle product” that is both representative and market-relevant. Listen in for some straight-talk about the sociopolitical and economic importance of profiling black excellence in top-tier lifestyle reporting, and for candid views on the highlights and hazards of travelling while black. Editorial Disclaimer: Airbnb (https://airbnb.com) is the presenting sponsor of this podcast, which is part of an African Tech Roundup (https://africantechroundup.com) miniseries focused on inclusive travel and tourism— recorded at the Africa Travel Summit 2018. African Tech Roundup retains full editorial control over all published content. Opinions expressed by the host, Andile Masuku, and his guest/s do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the presenting sponsor, Airbnb.

CliffCentral.com — He is the Gauteng regional representative of the Junior Doctors’ Association, Brothers for Life campaign ambassador, and one of Mail & Guardian's Top 200 Young South Africans. Medical doctor and health advocate Dr Sivuyile Madikana, is currently based in New York completing his master’s degree in Public Health. This week, we look at disruption from a healthcare angle – how will the Fourth Industrial Revolution impact the healthcare industry and the use of social media as a tool? Mpumi chats to a man who is passionate about changing the state of healthcare in South Africa to help ensure good healthcare is not only available to those who can afford it. Powered by T-Systems South Africa. T-Systems

In the second episode of Ekoneni: Street Corner Stories, we meet Cape Town director Shane Vermooten​, who just released his first feature length film and Africa's first medical thriller, BYPASS. BYPASS tackles the challenging subject of organ donation and highlights the underbelly of South Africa’s organ trafficking black market. With only 2% of South Africans on the organ donor list, filmmaker Shane Vermooten hopes to play a role in changing the low numbers of organ donation in the country. Shane is a 2015 Mandela Washington Fellow, the flagship programme of US President Obama’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) that empowers young people through academic coursework, leadership training and networking. In 2016, he was named as one of the Mail & Guardian's 200 Young South Africans. Learn more at www.bypassmovie.com. Find a full transcript of this episode at www.ekoneni.com.

Back in 2012, Musa Kalenga was voted as one of the Top 200 Young South Africans by the Mail & Guardian, and for good reason. Musa is a talented digital specialist, marketing maven, author, former Group Head of Digital Marketing at Nedbank, former Africa Client Partner at Facebook, current Head of Brand at IAB South Africa, and Founder and CEO of a new adtech startup called Microtising. His professional business experience spans over twelve years and includes building his first company from zero to R6,5 million in turnover by the age of 26. Throughout his career, Musa has consistently done impressive work for foreign governments and multi-national companies-- assisting them to leverage digital innovation to advance their organisational objectives. In this chat with Andile Masuku, Musa shares loads of insights on starting up in Africa and talks about the challenges of navigating Africa's corporate digital scene.

In this instalment of #AndilesTake, I catch up with my mate, Chef Lesego Semenya, a year and a half or so after he first shared the vision for his LesDaChef fine dining brand with me. I'm fascinated by the level of focus and intentionality this Soweto-native, and Prue Leith Chefs Academy graduate in Centurion brings to his culinary hustle, and I take great pleasure in celebrating the fact that since we last spoke on mic, Les has been named one of the Mail & Guardian’s Top 200 Young South Africans, dubbed a rising star by House & Leisure, appointed consulting chef to a number of leading luxury gourmet food and drink brands, recruited as resident culinary expert at a handful of South Africa’s leading radio stations and tv networks, extended his reach on social media and now serves as a judge on SABC 3’s prime time tv show, Top Chef South Africa. That said, I consider his greatest achievement to be the fact that despite all the success he's enjoyed, Les remains as genuine and down-to earth as when I first met him at a killer gourmet home cook-out he hosted six odd years ago. Music Credits: Music by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0

In this episode we explore the world of indie game development. Kenneth and Kevin are joined by Sean Goncalves (@The_Son_of_Wolf) and Ben Myres (@_benjamming) from Nyamakop (@_Nyamakop), makers of independent games in Braamfontein, Johannesburg. We touch on the difference between "AAA" and "indie" games, tools of the trade, the experiences of releasing a game, and how accurate the Indie Game movie is. Ben & Sean share their experiences and observations and offers a ton of great insights and advice, and many ways to get involved in making games. We were pleasantly surprised to learn that there is a very active and successful community of game makers in South Africa. There are plenty of opportunities for beginners and experts alike to get involved with game development, and we hope to have helped clear some of the fog of war surrounding the topic. Follow Nyamakop on Twitter (https://twitter.com/_Nyamakop) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Nyamakop). Some useful resources from the discussion, categorized below. Tools and assets: * Unreal Engine - http://www.unrealengine.com * GameMaker: Studio - http://www.yoyogames.com/studio * Unity - http://www.unity3d.com * Made with Unity - http://madewith.unity.com * Unity on Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/Unity3D * OpenGameArt - http://www.opengameart.org Local community & events: * Make Games SA - http://makegamessa.com * Amaze Festival Johannesburg - http://www.amaze-johannesburg.co.za * Super Friendship Arcade - https://www.facebook.com/superfriendshiparcade * Electronics & Gaming Expo - http://www.egesa.co.za * rAge Expo - http://www.rageexpo.co.za Local games: * Broforce - http://www.broforcegame.com * STASIS - http://www.stasisgame.com International events with local participation: * Global Game Jam - http://globalgamejam.org * Ludum Dare - http://ludumdare.com/compo/ Picks: Kevin: * Daniel Smith (@jellym4nn) - RubyGL talk at Rubyfuza 2016 Kenneth: * Buffer - http://buffer.com * Humble Bundle - http://humblebundle.com Ben: * Thomas was Alone - http://store.steampowered.com/app/220780/ * The floor is jelly - http://store.steampowered.com/app/295750/ * Ludum Dare - http://ludumdare.com/compo/ * No Man's Sky - http://www.no-mans-sky.com/ Sean: * GIMP - https://www.gimp.org/ * Blender - https://www.blender.org/ * Twine - http://twinery.org Stay in touch: * Socialize - https://twitter.com/zadevchat & http://facebook.com/ZADevChat/ * Suggestions and feedback - https://github.com/zadevchat/ping * Subscribe and rate in iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/za/podcast/zadevchat-podcast/id1057372777 PS: In researching our guests post-recording we discovered Ben is one of the Mail & Guardian's "200 Young South Africans under 35 for 2015" (http://200ysa.mg.co.za/blog/ben-myres/)! Well done Ben!