The renaming of Brandfort in South Africa's Free State Province to struggle icon, Winnie Mandela, has been met with mixed reactions. The town was originally named after the president of the former Orange Free State, Johannes Brand. Minister of Arts and Culture, Nathi Mthethwa, who approved the name change, says this is to preserve the legacy of all freedom fighters.

GUEST: Marietta Visser, a councillor for the Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Free State

Just as the women of 1956 fought against injustices of their time, the women of today are engaged in a new frontier of struggle. Onica Makwakwa joins us to share her thoughts on the role of culture as an enabler of gender-based violence. The truth is - the culture of gender-based violence and misogyny devalues women and girls – but why do we allow it to happen and why do we protect those who are doing it?

Guest: Onica Makwakwa, Director of WiseAfrika

On World News today, we talk about South African students who are stranded in Cuba. Apparently many of them are frustrated as they were told by the department of health that they will only receive their stipends in two weeks' time once they are back in the country. But who is looking after them at the moment and how are they coping?

Guest: Dr Cedric Sihlangu, Spokesperson for the South African Medical Association Trade Union

Staying on matters pertaining to the recent cabinet reshuffle, we examine the whole concept behind the DA's Shadow Cabinet. The aim of the shadow ministers are scrutinise their counterparts in government and come up with alternative policies in their respective portfolios.

GUEST: John Steenhuisen, MP and Leader of the Democratic Alliance, DA

Some political analysts and politicians say National Assembly Speaker Thandi Modise's appointment as defence minister is a loss to parliament. The appointment has also raised questions around the issue of separation of powers as the National Assembly Speaker is now serving in President Cyril Ramaphosa's cabinet...

Guest: Dr Dale McKinley, who is an Independent Political Analyst

Khayelitsha community leader talks to us about what it means for some community members to finally receive their title deeds after so many years of being deprived an opportunity to own property. 

Guest: Mzayifani Vithi, Khayelitsha Community leader

Former intelligence head Mo Shaik shares thoughts on South Africa’s intelligence services, following structural changes that were announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa last night. Ramaphosa has decided to scrap the ministry of state security and as of today, both domestic and foreign intelligence services are now obliged to report directly to the presidency. When justifying this move, Ramaphosa said this will ensure that the country’s domestic and foreign intelligence services are more effective, plus this will enable him to exercise his responsibility to safeguard the security and integrity of the nation.

Guest: Mo Shaik, former head of secret service

World News: World Health Organisation is worried that twenty-two African countries have seen cases rise by over 20% for at least two weeks running. Of a major concern as well is the fact that fatalities surged by 80 percent within the last four weeks on the continent. So what can Africa do to aid its fight against Covid19 and what about the global support that the continent has been receiving - is it sufficient enough to take it out of its current quagmire?

Guest: Dr Mary Stephen, Technical Officer at the World Health Organization (WHO) African Regional office for Africa

Today we debate the presidency of Cyril Ramaphosa. It’s been three years and almost six months since he occupied the country’s hot seat. But - Is He Leading The Country In The Right Direction – Has The Thuma Mina New Dawn Project Delivered?

Guests: Sibongile Besani, ANC’s Head of Presidency

Guests: Andile Zulu, Political essayist