The Alternative Breakfast

Guest: Jeffrey Rakabe-author of Led By Shepherds; An initiate’s Memoir 

#WORDDomination this week, we look into a book by …. Through education, literature, and the quiet strength of women in his life, Rakabe confronts the deeply ingrained misogyny within initiation culture and its possible ties to gender-based violence. This brave and honest account challenges cultural silence, urging society to reexamine harmful traditions and embrace healing through dialogue and awareness.

Guest: Terry Bell - South Africa-based journalist commentator and author specialising in political and economic analysis and labour matters

For Workers month we take a look at trade unions in 2025- the question looms large: are trade unions still relevant in today’s world? Once powerful forces for justice and equality, many unions now appear weakened, bureaucratic, and disconnected from the realities of modern workers. As the Fourth Industrial Revolution reshapes labour markets and inequality deepens, the role of organised labour is under scrutiny. In South Africa, unions helped secure democracy but now face declining influence, political entanglements, and internal divisions. Yet signs of renewal exist—new grassroots movements and worker-led initiatives are emerging. The future of unions may depend on their ability to return to core principles and adapt meaningfully.

GUEST-Acclaimed narrative therapist and psychosocial specialist Ncazelo Mlilo

JSB COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Mlilo was honoured with the People’s Choice awards for non-profit and social enterprise women in therapy and counselling services.- Let’s talk about NPO Phola