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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Vicky Turner about the very familiar names that have made a French mayoral election go viral, could the rugby World Cup be going to South America for the first time? and the UK’s meningitis outbreak jumps the Channel to France. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to David Frankel, South African tech pioneer and philanthropist, about the transformative donation he and Tracey Frankel have made to the Maharishi NextUp Institute of Technology. 

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Guest: Nyaweleni Tshifularo, Paediatric surgeon.

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Guest: Johann Els, chief economist at PSG Financial Services.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Hestelle Robinson about the return of the Homemakers Fair, taking place at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention Centre from 27 to 29 March. The three-day event brings together a curated range of trusted service providers across home improvement sectors, from building and renovations to interiors, kitchens, bathrooms, outdoor living, décor, and lifestyle upgrades. It offers visitors a chance to explore fresh ideas, get expert advice, and find practical solutions to transform their living spaces.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about having a training disaster/mishap story, and what kind of a trainer are you. Patient or impatient? 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Vicky Turner about the mourning mother who killed her husband then wrote a children’s book on coping with grief and FIFA rules out major changes to Iran’s schedule ahead of the World Cup. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Karabo Pasha about the latest Africa Cup of Nations controversy, where the title was reportedly taken away from Senegal and awarded to Morocco. They unpack what led to the decision, the rules and disputes involved, and what this means for African football and the credibility of the tournament. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Lebo Mashile, storyteller and TV personality, about the return of The Moth to Johannesburg, bringing with it a collection of powerful, real-life African stories set to captivate, move, and inspire audiences. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Dr Nduduzo Makhathini about his upcoming performance on 21 March at Jozi Gold Brewing Company. Makhathini, celebrated for blending jazz, African spirituality, and Nguni mythology, promises a transcendent live experience that moves the soul and awakens the senses. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about a coalition of the unwilling, rumours about Iran’s supreme leader and an anti A.I. backlash. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about what we do on a Sunday? 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Rhulani Mathebula, Executive Manager for Electricity at the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) about Eskom’s electricity tariffs are set to rise by 8.76% from April we unpack what this means for households and the economy. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Athlenda Mathe about rising gang violence, illegal mining operations, and a shocking murder connected to highly trained ex-police officers, including a former elite police member recently charged in the ‘Witness D’ assassination case. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with energy expert Vally Padayachee about rising fuel prices and the broader challenges facing South Africa’s energy security, exploring what’s driving costs and how the country can stabilize its power and fuel supply.

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In 19th-century Europe, many women were dying from childbirth fever, with doctors blaming bad air or fate. Ignaz Semmelweis noticed that doctors often went straight from performing autopsies to delivering babies and insisted they wash their hands with a chlorinated lime solution, even before the concept of germs was widely accepted. The practice reduced maternal deaths dramatically, from about 18% to under 2% but his ideas were initially rejected, only later becoming the foundation of modern hygiene and infection control. 

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Stephan Grootes speaks to Adam Gilchrist about Iran’s female footballers, Russia’s low tec revolution and Dubai the deserted desert city.

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Stephan Grootes speaks to Vuyisile Mshudulu about the Jazz in the Lights Festival that will bring together legendary performers and new voices to celebrate freedom, culture and the power of South African jazz. 

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Stephan Grootes speaks to Khabazela about buying something that gave you anxiety or worries. 

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Stephan Grootes speaks to Sibongile Simelane-Quntana, Executive Director at the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation as she warns that growing financial desperation is pushing more people toward online gambling, raising concerns about addiction and financial harm. 

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Stephan Grootes speaks to Basil Manuel, Executive Director of NAPTOSA, to unpack the controversy surrounding the Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority and calls for accountability over reported spending on vacant offices. 

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Stephan Grootes speaks to educational psychologist Dr Ken Resnick about the emotional impact on children when they are excluded from school activities or even just from a snack. This follows a Western Cape teacher’s suspension after a video went viral last week showing a child sitting alone while classmates enjoyed pie and juice. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about global stories making headlines, including speculation around a possible uprising in Iran, debate surrounding a controversial statue of Donald Trump erected in Washington, D.C., and a light-hearted story about a lost Spanish football fan left confused by geography in the United Kingdom.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Eustace Mashimbye about the upcoming Proudly South African Buy Local Summit and Expo, which brings together government, businesses and entrepreneurs to promote local manufacturing and support small businesses. Organised by Proudly South African, the summit focuses on how localisation can boost job creation, strengthen supply chains and grow the economy, while Clement Manyathela prepares to broadcast live from the event.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Khabazela about trending conversations online, including the different ways people end phone calls and the small habits or phrases that have become part of everyday communication. The discussion also explores the growing popularity of the Misogi challenge, a trend encouraging people to set one bold, difficult goal for the year that pushes them far beyond their comfort zone.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Phuthuma Nhleko about his new book The Invisible People: How a Quarter of Humanity Can Thrive in Africa by 2050 and the opportunity presented by Africa’s rapidly growing population. Drawing on ideas raised in Mega Threats by Nouriel Roubini, the conversation explores how Africa’s youth population could become a powerful economic advantage if the right policy choices and strategic planning are made.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Sandile Swana about recurring questions around money, power and accountability in South African politics. From historical investigations to modern controversies such as the Phala Phala scandal, and oversight by bodies like the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and the Constitutional Court of South Africa, the discussion explores whether democratic institutions are effectively holding leaders accountable or if the country remains stuck in a cycle of scandal and inquiry.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about major global stories making headlines. The conversation begins with concerns over global oil prices linked to tensions involving Iran, as governments including members of the Group of Seven consider short-term measures such as releasing strategic reserves to stabilise markets and limit the impact on the global economy. The discussion also looks at disruption in Dresden, Germany, where thousands of residents have been evacuated after the discovery of unexploded bombs dating back to World War II. Finally, attention turns to Vladimir Putin after a less-than-polished video of the Russian president circulated online, prompting...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Dr Jane Mufamadi, CEO of Freedom Park, about the upcoming Ungasali Annual Storytelling Festival taking place at the South African State Theatre in Tshwane. Now in its 13th year, the festival celebrates the rich tradition of African oral storytelling and its role in preserving culture, history and identity. This year’s theme, “Echoes of Tomorrow: Stories Shaping the Future,” places a strong focus on young people, with more than 1,000 learners from schools across the Tshwane District expected to attend. The event highlights storytelling not only as a form of entertainment, but also as an important part o...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to  Khabazela, about the latest stories trending online and the conversations they’re sparking. The first story looks at a social media debate about what couples expect when they go out for dinner together. Should a dinner date be about meaningful conversation and engagement, or is it acceptable for partners to sit in silence scrolling through their phones? The discussion explores modern dating etiquette and how technology is shaping the way people connect during shared moments. The second story unpacks the growing popularity of the “Misogi challenge”, a trend encouraging people to set one big, difficult challen...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Prof Rebecca Garland, an atmospheric scientist at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, about the strange sulphur-like smell that many Johannesburg residents have noticed in the air over the past few days. Described by many as a “rotten egg” odour, the smell is often linked to gases such as sulphur compounds or hydrogen sulphide. While the source may not necessarily be nearby, scientists explain that pollution can travel hundreds of kilometres through the atmosphere, carried by wind and weather systems from industrial regions such as the Highveld and parts of Mpumalanga into Gauteng. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Dr Michael Masiapato, Commissioner of the Border Management Authority, about efforts to clamp down on corruption among officials at South Africa’s ports of entry. The authority says more than 50 officials have already been dismissed for corruption, with dozens more facing disciplinary action for offences ranging from fraudulently stamping passports to allowing illegal entry and “selling extra days” to travellers with expired visas. In response, the BMA is introducing body-worn cameras for frontline officers, which officials say are already acting as a deterrent. Alongside the cameras, new technology such as drones, enhanced surveillance systems and digita...

Bongani Bingwa is joined by Vicki Turner to unpack major global stories making headlines. The discussion begins with the aftermath of one of the most intense days of US strikes on Iran, with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth saying the United States is “winning” its campaign, while decisions about the conflict’s duration rest with President Donald Trump. The conversation also looks at reports that more members of the Iran women's national football team have been granted asylum in Australia after refusing to sing their national anthem before a match against South Korea women's national football team during the Asia Cup. F...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Buhlebendalo, the acclaimed South African singer and songwriter, about her upcoming performance at The Untitled Basement as part of the HER live music series. Known for her rich contralto voice and deeply spiritual sound, Buhlebendalo’s music blends storytelling, healing, and reflections on African identity and ancestry. Through albums like Chosi and Hele, she has explored themes of feminism, culture, and restoration. The HER series celebrates women as band leaders, collaborators, and creative forces across jazz, soul, and contemporary music, and Buhlebendalo joins us in studio to share what audiences can expect from this powerful li...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Seamus Clancy, Public Sector Head at LinkedIn for Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. With more than a billion users worldwide and around eight people hired on the platform every minute, LinkedIn offers a powerful window into how the global workforce is changing. Drawing on insights from the platform, Clancy explains how emerging technologies like AI, evolving skill demands, and shifting career paths are shaping the future of work, and what governments, organisations, and professionals should be doing now to prepare for the jobs of tomorrow.

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Bongani Bingwa is joined by Khabazela for a look at what’s trending online. The conversation starts with the idea of a “conditional apology” and what a genuine apology should look like. Listeners weigh in on whether they have ever rejected an apology and why sincerity and accountability matter. The discussion then shifts to the viral Misogi challenge,  a concept that encourages people to set one extremely difficult challenge for themselves each year that pushes them far outside their comfort zone.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Steve Gruzd from the South African Institute of International Affairs about how rising global conflict could affect South Africa’s already fragile economic recovery. The country’s economy grew by just 0.4% in the final quarter of 2025, a slight improvement from 0.3% in the previous quarter. In his recent budget speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana expressed optimism that South Africa is beginning to turn a corner, pointing to stronger-than-expected tax revenue, progress in tackling large-scale corruption, and the country’s removal from the grey list. But renewed global conflict and the uncertainty surrounding oil supply and prices could...

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Dr Nompumelelo Mohohlwane, Director of the Reading Directorate at the National department of basic education, as the Africa Report turns its focus to early literacy in the classroom. Early literacy skills are a strong predictor of future reading achievement and overall school success. Spelling plays a key role in this development, helping children understand the connection between letters and sounds and improving their ability to decode words and express ideas through writing. As young learners from across the continent prepare to compete in an African spelling competition next week, the discussion explores how South African...

Bongani Bingwa shares this week’s Black Sheep Thinking feature powered by Camissa Asset Management, highlighting how unconventional ideas can transform the world. For decades, high jumpers used traditional techniques like the scissors or straddle, and progress had plateaued. Then Dick Fosbury tried something radically different, jumping backwards and arching his body over the bar in what became known as the Fosbury Flop. Coaches mocked it and judges doubted it, but Fosbury proved them wrong by winning gold at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City. 

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