Vuka Online Radio Podcasts

Michel'le Donnelly of SA Federation for Mental Health talks to Colleen Qvist about changing the narrative around suicide.

The World Suicide Prevention Day is on 10 September every year. We are encouraged to talk about our experiences and to be the hope that someone may need on any day.

Globally, suicide accounts for more than one in every 100 deaths and for each death, there are 20 suicide attempts.

Dr Mvusy speaks to One woman. Many identities. Endless inspiration.🐾👗💼 Meet Gantshe Molaba - veterinary technologist, fashion designer, and entrepreneur - as she dives into her extraordinary journey of embracing multi-hyphenate leadership. From lab coats to couture, she’s rewriting the rules on what it means to lead with authenticity.💬 Let’s talk identity! Why settle for one label when you’re born to wear many? Gantshe will unpack the societal pressures that push us to conform and share how she’s thriving by honoring every facet of who she is.

Catch Dibuseng Chabana on Lipstick Chronicles — a show that celebrates African leadership and shines a light on unsung heroines

Dibuseng is a:

🎓 PhD candidate

🛡 Disaster Management professional

🌱 Youth empowerment advocate

🌍 Co-founder of the South African Youth Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction (SAYCDRR).

Hosted by Dr. Mvusy Songelwa, this episode dives into Dibuseng’s powerful journey — from building resilience in communities to mentoring the next generation of changemakers.

This week on Healthcare Hour with Colleen Qvist, my guest is Maureen Kyne—Global Authority on Upward Bullying and Tranquil Leadership Pioneer. With over 30 years in industrial relations and crisis leadership, Maureen helps leaders tackle toxic workplace dynamics, especially the hidden threat of upward bullying.

We’ll explore how covert resistance affects psychological safety and team performance, and how Maureen’s Tranquil Leadership model restores calm, clarity, and dignity.

Turn up the volume—because this is one for the jazz history books! 
An exclusive, soul-stirring conversation with none other than Jonathan Butler —South Africa’s iconic composer, musician, teacher, and global ambassador of our musical heritage. 

This isn’t just an interview—it’s a celebration of excellence and the vibrant soul of Mzantsi jazz. 

Catch the exclusive interview with Bra Themba Mkhize on Mzantsi Jazz Exploration as he reflects on his incredible journey ahead of receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 9th Mzantsi Jazz Awards on 30 August. 
Hosted by Mongezi C Makhalima (PhD), this episode dives deep into the soul of South African jazz—its roots, its rhythm, and the man who helped shape it. Expect laughter, wisdom, and a few goose-bumps. 
 Tell us: What’s your favorite Themba Mkhize track? Drop it in the comments and let’s celebrate this icon together!

Countdown to TWIBA 2025

As we gear up for the big ceremony on 30 September, we reconnect with Eunice Motlhoding, TWIBA 2024 Category Runner-Up — a farmer, mentor, and powerhouse single mom growing 100% organic herbs, eggs, and snails 🐌🌿🥚

But behind the soil and success lies a story of grit, vision, and quiet revolution.

💬 In this exclusive chat, Eunice reveals:

• The bold number of schools she dreams of supporting — if funding allows

• Her heartfelt advice to women ready to start their own business (it’s not what you expect…)

This week on Healthcare Hour with Colleen Qvist, we’re joined by Dr Annemarie Lombaard – a thought leader and subject expert in sensory neuroscience. Ever wondered why you lose focus, feel drained, or struggle with productivity despite being present at work? Dr Lombaard will unpack the hidden role your sensory thresholds play in energy, concentration, absenteeism, and even presenteeism. Discover how understanding your unique sensory profile can help you reclaim energy, sharpen focus, and make simple changes that transform both your work and personal life.

What does it take to redefine your brand when the world has already written your story? What silence did Faith Sithole have to break to become the woman she is today?

Join Dr. Mvusy Songelwa on Lipstick Chronicles as she sits down with Faith for a raw, unscripted conversation that peels back the layers of leadership, resilience, and the power of women supporting women.

✨ From surviving isolation to becoming a mentor, author, and voice for the silenced—Faith’s journey is one of transformation, courage, and unapologetic truth.

Join Dr. Mo as he chats with Mapula Ramothwale, winner of the 2024 Tshwane Women in Business Awards 🏆 (Manufacturing Sector), about her inspiring entrepreneurial journey and the rise of her innovative personal hygiene brand for kids.

From a mom’s concern to a market-changing solution—Mapula shares how her son’s early body odor sparked the creation of safe, child-friendly deodorants designed specifically for pre-teens and teens.