The Daily Discourse

Focus: We hear from Tshetlhe Litheko on why he believes South Africans have what it takes to turn this nation into a winning nation. He says the foundation to transforming the economy and building a winning nation is rooted in how we build our national pride.

Guest: Mr Tshetlhe Litheko, Expert development and Engagement specialist

Focus: This morning we feature the music of Philisoul made up of Themba Mondlane and Mandela Conana. Their music is classified as Afro Soul. They have been wooing audiences with live performance…..

Guest(Live performance in Studio): PhiloSoul – Afro Soul group

Focus: Lately we’ve heard of term so many terms that have been translated from negativity to positivity. Terms like “blesser” which was known as a sugar daddy, “mavuso” an event where women agree to a sexual transact. Now we have the new term is “moreki” which refers to people who just want to have fun and buy their own drinks. How do these terms add to the moral decay in our country and how do they become so popular?

Guest: Matokgo Makutoane - Advocacy Co-Ordinator at Soul City Institute for Social Justice

Focus: Often when we go either on holiday or to a family ceremony in townships or rural areas, our urban kids are the ones that struggle the most to understand traditional practices and cultural gestures. Yet, as the future leaders of every clan, the responsibility of carrying the legacy of our cultures, traditions and languages lie in their hands. In our attempt to conform to a society that often isolates our Africanism and traditions, are we losing our identity as Africans?

Guest: Jerry Mofokeng, Veteran Actor and Public Speaker

Focus: Following the release of Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye and his friend Themba Tshabalala, this morning we ask – what does it take to forgive? Maarohanye and Tshabalala were convicted in 2012 for crashing their cars into a group of school children in 2010. The accident left four boys dead and two others seriously injured.

Focus: Why are spiritual people often depressed and suicidal? This morning we investigate the link between a spiritual journey and mental illness. Chemory Gunko helps us understand what our challenges are as human beings and how to overcome them.

Guest (studio): Ms Chemory Gunko, Energy Healing & Life Coach

Focus: The Road Accident Fund launched a unique road safety campaign for the festive season that promotes story telling. The stories from motorists would be a mixed bag from exciting news to the sad stories. What was the thinking behind this campaign and what has it achieved so far?

Guest: Dr Eugene Watson, CEO of the Road Accident Fund

Focus: Who is Kenny Motsamai and what was his contribution to the liberation struggle in South Africa? After spending 27 years and 11 months in prison, Kenny Motsamai joins us to tell his side of the story.

Guest: Kenny Motsamai, PAC stalwart

Focus: Those who understand chess say it is not merely about Kings, Knights and Pawns, but it's about lines and angles, options that have to be considered and decisions that must be taken. The game also improves higher level thinking skills, advanced math and reading skills. Just how important is chess in improving a child’s education?

Guest: Ronald King - an accredited FIDE Arbiter

Focus: We investigate why Christmas isn’t the same as it used to be, asking – how did the entire world succeed in turning the season of goodwill into the modern money spinner of today.

Guest: Rev Monwabisi Mcopela, Ordained Minister of the United Congregational Church of Southern Africa: Social Justice Convener