Dr Wilhelm Litchenberg, AKA ‘The Singing Surgeon’ is on an important mission both in the operating room and on stage. Recently, his foundation won first prize for their work at the Conscious Companies Awards. Dr Wilhelm Litchenberg is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon by profession, he also doubles as a tenor talent who takes his life-saving efforts further than the operating room.

GUEST: DR WILHELM LITCHENBERG – CARDIOTHORACIC SURGEON AND FOUNDER OF YOUNG HEARTS FOUNDATION

In a dazzling display of technological prowess, Reddam House Bedfordview has emerged as a beacon of innovation at the Inspired Build 2023, a premier global inter-school technology challenge. Amidst fierce competition spanning 111 schools in 24 countries across five continents, Reddam House Bedfordview clinched awards in a remarkable three of the six age categories, underscoring the talent within its walls and the school’s focus on technology in its curriculum.

Guest: KIAN BAGELOO - CO-CREATOR OF THE BLUE CRANE (won in the Age 11-12 category)

Guest: LEEYA MAYET - CREATOR OF THE RAINBOW PAPER SCRAPER  (won in the Age 10-11 category)

Our guest writes about the vast majority of South Africans are unhappy with the way democracy is working, while our trust in public institutions and government officials continues to decline. Political participation (especially among the youth) is also at an all-time low. On the eve of our seventh general elections, which will also mark the 30th anniversary of the advent of democracy in this country, we seem to find ourselves in a particularly sorry state.

Guest: Damien du Preez is the marketing & communications officer for the Centre for Research on Democracy (CREDO) at Stellenbosch University

A group of activists for food access and affordability met on Thursday 21 September 2023)to discuss the worsening food crisis for children. Convened by the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund and the DG Murray Trust, the meeting sought to identify urgent measures to combat rising rates of severe acute malnutrition and child hunger.

GUEST: DAVID HARRISON – CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AT DG MURRAY TRUST

THE ACTIONISTS SERIES: Anti-Human Trafficking Actionist – GIDEON SWART

In 2019 Gideon and his wife, Olivia, gave up their jobs as pastors and opened a coffee truck which, over the years, has grown into a formal café. From the very beginning, they committed to feeding the homeless people who would pass by, offering them coffee and a chocolate croissant, no questions asked. Over time, Gideon got to know the regulars, engaging with them and finding ways to help them off the streets and, if necessary, into rehab.

Guest: Gideon Swart

South African art galleries are making big and bold strides from New York City to Los Angeles. Earlier this month, we celebrated Goodman Gallery’s office space expansion to New York City. Now, Southern Guild has joined the artistic expansion, reportedly set to be the first South African Gallery to have a permanent art space in the United States.

GUEST: LINDSEY RAYMOND – SOUTHERN GUILD’S GALLERY MANAGER

There’s something satisfying about filling your fruit bowl or crisper draw with fresh and vibrant fruit and veggies. After all, fresh produce has always been synonymous with vitality and good health, with dietitians recommending that we eat at least nine servings of five different fruits and vegetables each day to boost wellbeing and prevent diseases.

GUEST: MARITHA ALBERTYN – REGISTERED DIETITIAN AT NUTRTIONAL SOLUTIONS

Guest: Nico Smith, Petrol Head

The Kruger National Park and Greater Kruger is a favourite South African destination synonymous with luxurious safari retreats in the African Bush. The list of the World’s 50 Best Hotels is out and South Africa’s Singita Lodges, has made it to the top of the prestigious list of luxury hotels. Singita Lodges’, Lebombo and Sweni, in the Kruger National Parkin Mpumalanga ranked in the top 15 of the world’s best 50 hotels.

GUEST: LISA CAREY – MARKETING MANAGER AT SINGITA LODGES

As we observe Infant Mortality Awareness Month this September, The Parent Centre sheds light on South Africa’s worryingly high infant mortality rate and extends its commitment to providing crucial support to vulnerable mothers.