Views and News with Clarence Ford

The Children's Hospital Trust has announced the commencement of construction for the groundbreaking of the new R110 million Orthopedic Unit at the Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital.This dedicated unit will cater to the needs of over 1400 clubfoot patients annually, conducting 1,000 surgeries and providing care for more than 5,500 outpatients. It will serve as a cornerstone of specialized care, offering multidisciplinary services under one roof.This unit represents a significant advancement in pediatric healthcare.Dr Stuart Dix-Peek, Orthopaedic Surgeon at Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital shares more now  

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With BBC World Service corresponded Rich Preston.

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As part of our 2024 election coverage we are speaking to all parties campaigning.This morning we are joined on the line by ANC NEC Member Nonceba Mhlauli who has been campaigning on behalf of the ANC in the Western Cape this weekend  

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What’s trending on socials? Barbara Friedman joins us in studio to give us the scoop 

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Israel was on high alert Sunday after Iran's unprecedented missile and drone attack drew an international chorus of condemnation and sparked fears of a broader conflict.Iran launched its first-ever direct assault on Israeli territory late Saturday in retaliation for a deadly Damascus strike, marking a major escalation of the long-running covert war between the regional foes.Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi warned Israel against a "reckless" retaliation, saying one would be a met with "a decisive and much stronger response". Clarence speaks to Zeenat Adam.

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Clarence Ford speaks to Minister Zizi Kodwa and Prof. Pitika Ntuli, sculptor, poet & academic.

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Clarence Ford speaks to Chef Greg Henderson from The South African Chefs Association. 

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Clarence speaks to Deutsche Welle Correspondent Kassandra Sundt in Berlin.  

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mmersive media company, Seen, is hosting its first-ever Film Fest in South Africa. The main feature is a short documentary film, Ahmad Alive. It follows Gazan travel vlogger, Ahmad Ghunaim in his journey of Palestinian vlogger turned war journalist. 

Ahmad never aspired to be a war correspondent, but after October 7th, with foreign journalists banned from Gaza, he needed to show the world what was happening. With just his phone, Ahmad captured Israel's vicious war on Gaza.

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The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness faces a significant budget shortfall of R807.866 million for the 2024/25 financial year, which will result in fewer health services being offered compared to the previous year.  

Despite efforts to mitigate the impact, including cost-saving measures and exploring additional revenue sources, the department anticipates longer waiting times for certain services. The public is urged to use health resources sensibly accessing appropriate care to relieve pressure on emergency services.  

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