As we celebrate Madiba’s birthday tomorrow (Tuesday) which has become known as Nelson Mandela International Day, many of us will be going out to perform good deeds. But then for the past few months, we have seen all sorts of incidents that have put the country in a bad light. From racism, politics, crime and economics. Knowing what Madiba stood for, how do we restore the Rainbow Nation he has been preaching at the dawn of our democracy?

Guest: Adv Tshidiso Thipanyane – CEO of the SA Human Rights Commission

As winter is upon us, load shedding becomes part of our lives. This then leads to people seeking alternative forms of heat, be it for cooking, warming or lighting. Gas is said to be one of the popular solutions for different reasons. However the industry is cautioning the public about what to look at for when filling up or buying a cylinder. What is it that we as the public should know when it comes to gas for the home?

Today is Solomon ‘Kalushi’ Mahlangu’s birthday and we use the opportunity to talk about his life and times. What should we remember him for?

Guest: Thandi Mahambehlala – Deputy Minister for Communication

It’s a known fact that South Africa’s Constitution is admired globally. However, South Africa is currently witnessing another wave of disillusionment with the constitutional arrangement. Our Constitution is roundly criticised for putting a brake on much needed wealth redistribution, following centuries of colonialism and apartheid oppression of the black majority. To discuss why our Constitution is under attack is Professor Penelope Andrews who is of the view that South Africa’s problems lie in political negligence not its Constitution.

Guest: Penelope Andrews, Dean of Law and Professor at the University of Cape Town

Mike Ngila Muendane shares his thoughts on how best to bring about a cohesive, democratic and prosperous society. Despite progress since 1994, South African society remains divided. In 2012 (during the Social Cohesion Summit) South Africans committed themselves to creating an economic, political, social and cultural environment that will enable people to achieve social development. Five years later – where are we now and where do we want to go?

Guest (studio): Mike Ngila Muendane, Social activist

Focus: Professor Mammo Muchie has just returned from West Africa where he gave a series of lectures on innovation from science, technology, engineering and mathematics for an Integrated African Sustainable Development. Being a champion of pan-Africanism, he believes that innovation can be used to promote African unity. But is the continent doing enough to encourage innovation among its people?
Guest: Prof Mammo Muchie - Research Chair in Innovation Studies Faculty of Economics and Finance at Tshwane University of Technology

Focus: “Illness Benefit; understanding what the illness benefit is – who qualifies for this benefit and how can people access it”

Guest (studio): Winnie Maake, UIF ambassador

Focus: Sicelo Xulu states his side of the story on allegations of misconduct and corruption levelled against him. On Monday this week, the City Power Board took a decision to immediately release him from his contractual responsibilities.

Guests (studio): Sicelo Xulu, former MD of City Power

Focus: Nicole Van Driel says the socio-economic reality of this group has improved only marginally since the advent of democracy. So this morning we ask, why are matters so dire in the Coloured community?

Guest: Nicole van Driel, former Senior Specialist Speechwriter at The
Presidency of the Republic of South Africa

Focus: Many of us are concerned about the safety of information especially in the electronic space. We do understand about keeping our security pins safely, but how much do we know about biometrics which is behind the security or our credit cards and so on? What role do they play in authenticating and identification?

Guest: Xavier Larduinat - Manager for innovation at Gemalto