Africa is joined by Ophthalmologist / Eye surgeon at the Johannesburg Vision Institute, Dr Farah R Moti to reflect on World Glaucoma week and how prevalent blindness caused by glaucoma is in South Africa. World Glaucoma Week is observed annually between 5 -11 March

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Ever wanted to know what motivates Guinness World Record Holders? Tune in this International Women’s Day to our resident fitness enthusiast Liezel van der Westhuizen sharing what she learned about SA's own Guinness World Record Holder who is set to attempt new records soon. Don't miss insights on what motivates someone to take on such challenges, and even some fitness insights you can try.

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Africa is joined by Dr John Nchaupe Molepo, Political analyst and Senior Lecturer at University of Mpumalanga to reflect on President Cyril Ramaphosa's new cabinet. The President addressed the nation last night. A reshuffle has been expected since Cyril Ramaphosa was re-elected president of the ANC in December, paving the way for him to run for a second term as president in 2024.

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This week in our Travel & Tourism segment, we turn our attention to a much-loved tourist destination, located in the heart of Cape Town. Africa is joined by Spokesperson for the V&A Waterfront, Donald Kau to talk about the reopening of the much-loved V&A Waterfront’s Cape Wheel.

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Africa is joined by Dr. Hema Kalan, Integrative Medical Doctor (GP) to talk about Why sleep is so important for your fitness and overall health.

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Africa is joined by Department of Basic Education Spokesperson, Elijah Mahlangu to get an update on the number of learners who have not started their academic school year due to placement issues. 

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The National Education Health Workers Union (Nehawu) plans to go on an indefinite strike from Monday over wages.

The Labour Court has, however, interdicted the strike.

Nehawu has consulted with its lawyers and plans to forge ahead with the strike.

"...We were interdicted on the eve of the strike… It came as a surprise… The judge didn’t mention any reasons… We filed for an appeal yesterday… That order interdicting our strike has been suspended… That means our strike proceeding today is protected… it commences today..."

- Zola Saphetha, General Secretary, Nehawu

Africa Melane interviewed Nehawu General Secretary Zola Saphetha.

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Africa is joined by Personal Trainer, Kieran Evans to talk about what some of the best workouts are to do after a sprained ankle injury. Fitness experts say that Ankle sprains are the most common kind of sprain because your ankle joint plays a critical role in nearly all everyday movements that get you from place to place.

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Africa is joined by Dr Linda Meyer, Higher Education Expert  to reflect on the protest action that broke out at Wits University.  Students are demanding that those barred from registering be allowed to do so.

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Africa is joined by Erika Basson, Manager at the Foundation for Children with Hearing Loss in Southern Africa to talk about the work they do and how listeners can assist.  The Foundation for Children with Hearing Loss in Southern Africa is an NPO that aims at helping children and adults with hearing disabilities by raising funds for cochlear implants and school fees.

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