The Aubrey Masango Show

As we approach the final stretch of 2023, there is a sense of exhaustion and acknowledgment that it’s been a year filled with challenges. In this episode of Financial Matters, Dr Frank Magwegwe, head of Financial wellness and Advisory at Nedbank, talks about reflecting on a year of learning about and managing personal finances in a very challenging environment. He asks: what worked well? What did not? What lessons did you learn financially and what will be your financial focus for 2024.

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While losing your job may become stressful, it can also be a blessing in disguise. Getting back on your feet and trying to stay positive can be quite a task so you would need to establishing a routine, balance job hunting with skill development, and incorporating physical activity can sustain a sense of direction and momentum. Investigate government-led initiatives and community support mechanisms for the unemployed and see what opportunities you can find in them. To discuss how to transform your job loss into an opportunity were joined by Moloko Chepape, Chief Operations Officer at Rosebank College National Office.

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As 2023 comes to a close, take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate yourself for the efforts you've put in this year. And one way to do that is to prioritise self-love. What is self love? How do you know you’re doing right? To help guide this conversation we are joined by Leigh Joy, Relationship expert and life coach.

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In our political analysis we talk to Dr Harlan Cloete, a research fellow in the Department of Public Administration and Management at the University of the Free State, who wrote an interesting opinion piece titled “Coalition Governance in South Africa: Current Realities and Desired Futures” in other words ‘Can coalition government be the answer that South Africa are looking for in our next elections?’. Dr Cloete writes “If we think a coalition government is the answer, we are making a big mistake. Such a government may even be more complex given the different egos demanding to be fed. Rather a Citizen Coalition (social solidarity) is needed, where citizens lead and the government follows. Unless we make that transition in our heads, we will forever be at the mercy of politicians trapped in a system that rewards only them.“ Definitely food for thought and Dr Cloete joins us this evening to discuss his opinion piece.

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On the second part of our current affairs feature we look at the issue of late apaalication by the department of education. The Gauteng Department of Education has opened late applications for grades 1 and 8 for 2024. Only schools with space will consider these applications. To give us more clarity on this matter, we are joined by Steve Mabona, Gauteng Department of Education’s (GDE) spokesperson.

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On today’s first part our current affairs feature im joined by EWN Reporter, Thabiso Goba to reflect on some of the top stories that kept us glued to our radios and tv’s this year. You might have a few of your won that you felt were also missed by us. Join us as we table thee top stories for the 2023 year.

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