Ubusha bami, futhi yimi lo! - podcast

Being a teen mom is not an easy task. Motherhood on its own holds many social expectations, how much more the stigma associated with teenage pregnancy and the expectation of motherhood. Vanessa explores an article from the journal of maternal and child health. Enjoy

Technology is in everything, it is the thread for human development. So it must be good, progressive and safe right? Absolutely right... but too much of a good thing, can be fatal. In this episode Vanessa reflects on the technology behind family planning methods. Enjoy

In this episode our host Vanessa takes us through some articles relating to schools, policy, condoms, educators and parents. Insightful reflection and fact-based conversation, Enjoy.

In this episode our UB Ambassador - Ms Bongiwe Nkosi holds this important conversation with Teendad - Mr Bathini Madinane and Teenmom - Ms Irondina Maile. They graciously share their retrospective experiences of being teenage parents. Stay tunes for more insightful SRH conversations.

In this episode Vanessa has a sit down with medical sociologist Ms Liezl Moodie about teens perception of public service i.e clinics and the dynamics of having hard conversations with teenagers. Do enjoy

In this episode Vanessa is joined by representatives from South African National AIDS council (Sanca) - Eliot Mabaso and Beau Lee Peterson. The both share more about teach, learning and approaches to the conversation about the gender spectrum. We truly enjoyed their pearls of wisodm and hope you'll enjoy this episode.

In this month’s episode we speak to Ps Sakhile Masilela and Dr Mandy Mpatlanyane. Ps Masilela is A pastor and director at Pastors On Call, and organisation that focuses on providing non-denominational ministerial and support services in communities. Ps Masilela is passionate about families, personal development and business. In this episode he is in conversation with Dr Mandy Mpatlanyane, a medical doctor and entrepreneur, and of course co-founder of Ubusha Bami, futhi yimi lo! NPC.

In this episode our guests speaks to us about the importance of family goal setting, and collaboration within families, an important conversation as the year begins. We hope you enjoy!

At Ubusha bami this month we are raising awareness on Sexual violence. Thus, In this month’s episode we speak to Attorney Mandla Matshiyane. Mandla Matshiyane is an admitted attorney of the High Court in South Africa. He is a practising attorney with 6 years experience specialising in civil law and is director of M. Matshiyane Attorneys based in Mbombela, Mpumalanga.

Attorney Mandla Matshiyane believes in servanthood which is best expressed in his motto “The best by your side”.  Prior to joining the legal field, he practised as a pastor for a period of 10 years. Mandla Matshiyane finds pleasure in serving others, something that he does well. In this episode he speaks to use about sexual violence and what the law has to say about that. We appreciate the contributions of Mr Matshiyane to this important and relevant social topic, we hope you will be enriched by this episode.

In this month’s episode we talk about The Cost of sexual health with Sister Tetelo Nethenzheni. Sister Nethenzheni hails from a village called Tafelkop, in Limpopo Province. She holds a Master’s degree in Midwifery and neonatal nursing from the University of the Western Cape, and has over 6 years of experience in nursing. Sister Nethenzheni currently works at a public hospital midwife in Cape Town.

We would love to thank Sr Nethenzheni for encouraging us as support structures to young people to be the best support system in good and bad situation. Our presence pre, inter and post sexual health choices is imperative to building a healthy society. Let us be kind and wise, Enjoy!

In this month’s episode we talk about Physical Activity with Zolani Nyuliwe. Zolani Nyuliwe is a group exercise instructor, personal trainer, road Cyclist and 8 time Comrades marathon medalist. In addition to his extensive experience in the health and fitness industry, he is a qualified economist and teacher. We learn that physical health doesn't have to start with a drastic change, starting small with daily walks and building on that is a start. Enjoy