Carol Ofori

What happens when one person decides not to look away?

In this powerful Women Crush Wednesday conversation Carol Ofori speaks to Lisa Thomson a Musgrave based interior decorator who’s taking matters into her own hands. From overflowing bins to neglected streets, she’s rolling up her sleeves and restoring pride in her community, one clean-up at a time.

This is a story about action, accountability, and the power of everyday leadership proving that real change doesn’t always need a title… just someone willing to start.

Parenting in South Africa right now isn’t just about raising children it’s about navigating pressure from every angle.

In this weeks Mom’s Moment, we unpack the reality of parental stres from school fees and rising costs to safety concerns, work pressure, and the emotional weight of trying to be everything to everyone.

They say it takes a village to raise a child… but what happens when the village is overwhelmed too?

This is an honest, relatable conversation for moms, dads, gogos, and caregivers because you’re not alone, and your story matters.

One woman. Four decades. A legacy that continues to shape South Africa.

In this powerful Women Crush Wednesday conversation, Carol Ofori sits down with Dr. Tu Nokwe a celebrated artist, educator, and cultural leader whose work has touched generations.

From music and storytelling to community upliftment and social justice, Mam Tu has dedicated her life to preserving heritage and empowering young people through the arts.

This is more than a conversation it’s a story of purpose, passion, and the power of using your voice to make a difference

This week on Woman Crush Wednesday Carol Ofori sat down with Novashni Chetty, Chief Operating Officer at Hollywoodbest Sharks.

With a career spanning over two decades, Novashni shares her journey from intern to executive leadership unpacking the mindset, resilience, and vision it takes to rise through the ranks in a male-dominated industry.

From leading major campaigns and operations to being part of the prestigious Supersport Leaders Programme alongside icons like Lucas Radebe and Bongiwe Msomi, this is a conversation about growth, impact, and owning your space.

She’s not just part of the game… she’s helping redefine it.

Carol Ofori speaks with Rachel Kolisi about her Falling Forward national tour, documentary, and book focused on identity loss, healing, and rediscovery.

Three cities in, the tour arrives in Durban with strong ticket sales, and Rachel describes the event experience: an hour-long foyer market featuring women-owned businesses, drinks and snacks, brand spoils, a performance by Anika Kiana, a choir, the documentary screening, and an on-stage conversation with Nondumiso Denga.

Rachel explains her intention to create a safe, honest space for women to share pain and challenges that society often struggles to accept, drawing on stories from attendees facing divorce, grief, and major life transitions.

She shares that faith and a trusted support system keep her grounded, that her vulnerability is a legacy for her children, and that her key lesson is resilience as a “super power” and the power to choose what comes next.

In a world where screens are everywhere, how do we raise children who stay present, aware, and connected to real life?

Daniela d’Hotman de Villiers - mom of two, digital marketing expert, and author of The Fox Who Forgot to Look Up - joins us to unpack the balance between technology and intentional living.

After a simple moment with her son sparked a powerful realisation, Daniela set out to create something she couldn’t find - a way to help children (and parents) rethink their relationship with screens.

What started as posting videos during lockdown turned into a powerful business journey for Shayhara Ngubane.

On this Woman Crush Wednesday, Shayhara joined Carol Ofori to talk about how she built a thriving content creation business earning over R700,000 online, working with brands and turning creativity into income.

In this conversation, she shares the lessons she’s learned about building a personal brand, growing in the creator economy and treating content creation like a real business.

Bonus for you: If you're looking to grow your own brand or content strategy, you can get 10% off Shayhara’s services using the promo code WCW10 at https://www.shayhara.co.za

From leading high‑performing teams at major financial institutions to completing a leadership programme at Stanford Graduate School of Business, Lesedi’s journey is one of strategy, resilience and unapologetic ambition.

We unpack what it takes to rise in one of South Africa’s most competitive industries, how she defines success on her own terms, and why leadership today requires both commercial sharpness and inclusive vision.

This is a conversation about breaking ceilings, owning your ambition and building influence with integrity.

The escalating conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States has caused the biggest disruption to global air travel since COVID-19 and South Africans are caught in the chaos.

What should you do if you’re stuck? Can government evacuate you? And should you cancel that upcoming trip?

We speak to DIRCO spokesperson Clayson Monyela to get clear, practical answers for South Africans at home and abroad.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has delivered what many are calling the best budget in years for South Africa. But what does it mean for your wallet? Yesterday, Carol Ofori attended an insightful event hosted by FNB, where a panel of experts broke down the details of the national budget and its impact on the average South African. Carol called up one of the event panellist Siphamandla Mkhwanazi, Senior Economist at FNB, who unpacks the budget speech in simple, accessible terms. Have a listen to how the budget could affect your pocket, and get clear answers to your financial questions.