The Weekend View

Business leaders from across various sectors gathered recently for the inaugural CEO Sleep-In initiative in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities South Africa. The symbolic yet deeply practical act of solidarity saw CEOs spend a night at Ronald McDonald House standing in support of families whose children are receiving life-saving medical treatment far from home. The initiative was hosted at the Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital, which houses 27 special rooms that honor Nelson Mandela's enduring contribution to social change. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to the CEO of the Ronald House Charities South Africa, Matsepo Msibi, who is currently in Chicago in the US. 

As consumers worldwide commemorated World Consumer Rights Day yesterday, the National Credit Regulator has reaffirmed its commitment not only to consumer education, but to decisive regulatory enforcement against unfair and unlawful credit practices.  According to NCR , This year's theme, "Turning the Tide Against Unfair Business Practices" - reflects the urgent need to confront exploitative conduct within the marketplace , particularly in the credit sector, where vulnerable consumers are often exposed to reckless lending, unlawful fees, misrepresentation, and unethical debt counselling practices. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Jimmy Golele, Snr Education and Communication Officer at the National Credit Regulator 

Today marks International Day of Mathematics and concerns are growing about declining participation in mathematics in South African schools. Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, recently warned about fewer learners choosing maths and physical science. More than 400 high schools across the country did not offer mathematics to Grade 12 learners in 2025, partly because there were not enough pupils interested to make a class viable. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Keith Moodley, Learning Design & Pedagogical Lead for STEM at SPARK Schools who says this trend reflects a growing challenge known as "maths anxiety", that can begin as early as primary school. 

ActionSA has unveiled its Zero Tolerance Corruption Bill, aiming to end impunity for corrupt officials. The party's member of parliament, Dereleen James, says corruption steals billions, leaving communities under-resourced. James says the bill introduces mandatory minimum sentences, higher fines, and lower reporting thresholds, sending a clear message that corruption will not be tolerated. The party has urged South Africans to support the bill and hold the corrupt accountable. Bongiwe Zwane spoke to  ActionSA Member of Parliament Dereleen James. 

Freedom Park in partnership with the South African State Theatre is hosting the 13th Ungasali Annual Storytelling Festival. The festival celebrates the rich heritage of African storytelling and the role of oral traditions in shaping identity, social cohesion, and cultural continuity . To find out more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Selbourne Sefume, Freedom Park spokesperson

COPE leader Mosioua Lekota's funeral proceedings are currently underway at Bloemfontein’s Old Grey Sports Ground in the Free State. Thousands of mourners have gathered to bid farewell to the struggle stalwart. Lekota died at the age of 77 at the Johannesburg hospital last week. During his memorial services, Lekota was described as an anti-apartheid activist, a political prisoner, and a strong leader within government. For more on the funeral service, Bongiwe Zwane spoke to SABC reporter in Bloemfontein, Abigail Visagie...

The hospitality sector continues to show resilience despite global economic pressures that threaten to bring down sectors to pre-pandemic levels. According to Stats South Africa the tourism sector saw total arrivals reaching 8.92 Million in 2024, making a contribution of 8.8 percent to GDP. This has enabled the support of 1.68 Million jobs from hotel decor, furniture to textiles, food, beverages and guided experiences. Local producers and suppliers  remain at the centre of making sure that tourists receive an authentic South African experience. Bonigiwe Zwane caught up with Happy Ngidi, Chief Marketing Officer at Proudly South Africa...

Leaders across politics, faith and cultures gathered in Chicago to honor the life and legacy of the Reverend  Jesse Jackson. President Cyril Ramaphosa was among the leaders who gathered to honour the civil rights activist at the Homegoing Service for Rev. Jesse Jackson and told the world that Reverend Jackson belongs to South Africa . 

A legal expert says failure to locate the developer linked to the Ormonde building collapse in the south of Johannesburg, could delay the process for affected families seeking justice. Nine construction workers died on Monday (2 March), after a concrete slab collapsed at a construction site in Ormonde. It has been reported that the developer linked to the project is still at large. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the incident, while questions remain around compliance with safety regulations and accountability. The case has been handed over to the police, who are working with engineers to determine the cause of the collapse. Luyanda Danca brings us this report followed by our Sunday discussion with Lufuno Ratsiku, Infrastructure Sepecilist from GenTECH  Consulting and Tamlyn Bouwer, Acting Chief Executive Officer at the National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC)

The National Consumer Commission has informed consumers about the recall of VW Polo Vivo vehicles. This according to a notification from Volkswagen Group Africa. This recall affects over twenty-five thousand seven hundred and twenty-nine vehicles. The affected vehicles were made available for sale from February 2025 to February 2026, nationally. For more Bongiwe Zwane spoke to Pheto Ntaba, National Consumer Commission's spokesperson