This morning, Bryan unpacks the importance of financial planning for women. But as always, he will also deal with any other financial questions you may have....

Guest: Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited

In recent weeks, we have been holding a series of panel discussions focusing on democracy and our engagement in its practices. As you all know, we are a few months away from another elective cycle where we will be presented with a myriad of colourful campaign promises.Today, we turn our attention to the youth and their relationship with elections as a democratic practice.

In this discussion, we look at two different perspectives on how young people could engage with the 2024 elections and if they will galvanize their power as the largest voting demographic to create change. One of my guests believes that young people should not vote and feels that it would send a message to political parties. My second guest believes that it is in our inaction that our nation will only further deteriorate. We are joined by…

Guest: Tshepiso Mangano - President of South African Youth Business Chamber 

Guest: Siphelele Chirwa - Chief Executive Officer of Activate! ChangeDrivers 

The Public Service Association in KZN says that there is a severe lack of proper water supply in the uMkhanyakude District, with a particular focus on the dire situation at Bethesda Hospital. They are painting a very bad picture of what is happening on the ground regarding the water situation. The Health Department on the other had is still trying to establish the facts indicating that this has not come to their attention. To find out what is going on there and how long the problem has been going on for, we are joined by….

Guest: Mlungisi Ndlovu – Provincial manager for the Public Service Association in KZN

Some of the small parties that attended the national dialogue on coalition governments were not too happy saying that this will only benefit the bigger parties. Concerns they raised is that legislation has already been drafted which makes a mockery of the dialogue. Having seen how coalitions at local government level have collapsed with constant motions of no confidence being tabled so often, was this dialogue effective? Also is there really a future for coalition governments in our democracy? To help us through this discussion, we are joined by....  

Guest:  Professor Mashupye Maserumule - Executive Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and professor of public affairs at the Tshwane University of Technology (He and Dr Ndletyana wrote a discussion document for the Presidency on this issue)  

Guest General Bantu Holomisa – Leader of the United Democratic Movement

Our next guest is often introduced as South Africa’s first Lady of Song after she burst onto the music scene back in 2000. She has worked alongside some of the country’s biggest artists from Brothers of Peace to Trompies. Over the past two decades, she has managed to crossed cultural, age & language barriers. With 11 official languages in SA, Tamara’s music has been described as the ‘unofficial language’; celebrating the heart & soul of South Africa. Today, she joins us in studio to talk about her new music and her role in the upcoming Phenomenal Women concert…

Guest : Tamara Dey - Singer and Songwriter

New technologies and innovations are reshaping our world and its futures. However, the disparity between women and men concerning digital adoption is still high. According to the International Telecommunication Union report, more than 50% of women around the world are still offline. This leaves them without access to digital services.

In the technology sector, women and girls remain underreprsented across the creation, use, and regulation of the industry. This leaves them with fewer opportunities to work and participate in the space. In this discussion, we talk about what are ways in which we can close that gap. We are joined by…

Guest : James Donald, Executive Director the DBE’s E3 Programme

 Local researchers have conducted a study looking into over 100 food items you find a grocery story. The aim of the study was not only to look at their nutritional value but to also compare their cost. Given the impact of inflation, important food items have sky-rocketed in price and has forced some consumers to consider alternatives. However, not all consumers can make necessary changes without sacrificing key items at the till. In this hour, we look at the ways at which we can navigate these tough economic times while still putting bread on the table. We are joined by…

Guest(IN-STUDIO): Arthur Ramoroko - Corporate Nutritionist at Tiger Brands

Guest(ZOOM): Dr. Julie Smith - Researcher at the Pietermaritzburg Economic Justice & Dignity Group

Madibeng Municipality has been in the news for many years mostly for poor service delivery, bad quality of water and bad roads being the major ones. Villages are also very hard hit by water shortages. This is the same municipality that returned more than 100-million rands of much needed funds back to treasury which the mayor apologised for. He blamed his officials for this. To talk more on this and how the municipality is planning to turn things around, we are joined by...

Guest: Cllr Douglas Maimane – Mayor of Madibeng Municipality

Guest: Lucas Ledwaba – City Press journalist (He recently did a story on Madibeng, will be on assignment, but will take your call, we can release him maybe after 15 minutes)

Guest:  Tlhabane Diutlwileng Diutlwileng - 1st Deputy President of Save Madibeng Civic Movement

In the latest Progress in International Reading Literacy Study, eight out of 10 South African school children struggle to read by the age of ten. This statistic has not only highlighted the state of education in the country but it was also heralded a call to action among civil society and business. Our next guests have formed a partnership that is committed to addressing the literacy crisis in South Africa. They are reaching thousands of learners and teachers by making access to learning support resources available online. We are joined by...

Guest: Michelle Lissoos - Executive Director at iSchoolAfrica

In recent years, there has been a rise in cosmetic procedures with many seeking dermal fillers and injectable in the pursuit of looking youthful. However, the practice of aesthetic medicine is about much more than reshaping a patient’s appearance. To help us unpack the risks associated to aesthetic medicine and what people should look out for when seeking treatment advice, we are joined by…

Guest: Dr Reza Mia - Aesthetic Expert & Owner of Anti-Aging Art Medical Aesthetic and Holistic Wellness Centre