Point of View with Phemelo Motene
Point of View with Phemelo Motene, delves into the day’s current affairs, touching on real issues and sharing expert advice on the audience questions between 8pm to 10pm Mondays to Thursdays.
Women Profiles: Buhle Madlala
Today, we are speaking to Buhle Madlala. She is a founding member at the National Cycling Academy Forum (NCAF) – a non-profit company driving transformation and development within cycling in South Africa, a runner-up on Survivor SA, occasional footballer and cyclist, and lots more. We speak to her about all…
Looking at the Haiti Earthquake
In the wake of the earthquake in Haiti, the death toll has increased to 1500 and that number is expected to rise. But someone has asked an important question during this difficult time: How do the recent crises in stability of the Haitian government affect the nation’s ability to respond…
Afghanistan Updates
We speak to an academic based in Afghanistan to get first-hand updates of the tense situation in the country. There are reports the Taliban are arresting journalists and intellectuals, which has risen the tensions even further.
Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula is the new National Assembly Speaker
We speak to The New Nation Movement’s Lukhona Mnguni and political researcher, Prof. Tinyiko Maluleke to discuss and react to the new appointment of the new National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula
South Africa to open up COVID-19 vaccinations to 18-35 year olds from Friday
Government has announced that South Africa will open up COVID-19 vaccinations to those aged between 18 and 35 years old from Friday, as it tries to ramp up its vaccination drive. We have recorded the most coronavirus infections and deaths on the African continent but have only fully vaccinated less…
The Arts Corner: Women in Art Exhibition
Azael Langa and Khehla Chepape Makgato celebrate women in art with a powerfully curated art exhibition in Johannesburg. The main objective is to create a platform that will help to identify new female talent, provide mentorship and opening access for female artists by connecting them to their collector’s database that…
Women Profiles: Dr Lwazi Manzi
We knew her as spokesperson of former health minister, Zweli Mkhize. She is now Head of Secretariat, AU Commission on Africa’s Covid 19 Response. She also does work on Gender equality at the AU. We celebrate her, speak about her work and more.
Political Parties & Civil Society call for vote to appoint new National Assembly Speaker
NPO, The New Nation Movement, have threatened to take the appointment of National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula to court if Parliament continues with the process of instating her. We find out more with Babalo Ndenze, an EWN reporter, Omphile Maotwe, EFF Treasurer General and Attorney for New Nation Movement, Eric…
Women Profiles: Lyn Croote
Lambano Sanctuary specialises in providing holistic care to children who suffer with a life-limiting or life-threatening illness, as well as support for their families. We speak to their executive director, Lyn Croote.
Vaccinations in Taxi Ranks
We speak to the Gauteng MEC, Jacob Mamabolo to discuss the processes of vaccinating taxi drivers at pop-up vaccination sites at taxi ranks in the past few days. He discusses the overall positive outcome of the day, and some encounters with people who were hesitant.
UJ and HSRC's latest Report on Vaccine Hesitancy
The latest survey conducted by UJ & HSRC around people’s interests and concerns around the vaccine shows “that acceptance of vaccines is increasing but challenges remain”. We speak to them to find out more. We speak to Prof Carin Runciman, Director of Centre for Social Change at the University of…
Women Profiles: Jackie May
Jackie May’s company, Twyg, aims to promote sustainable fashion amongst South African consumers. We speak to her to find out more about sustainable living, fashion and what it actually takes for us start.
Afghanistan Updates
Today, we speak to an academic who is currently based in Kabul, Afghanistan amidst the ongoing terror and fear in the country. After the Taliban reclaimed power of the capital, thousands have sought to leave the country for safety. Mohammed’s identity and occupation has been only partially revealed for protection…
Kaya News Exclusive: Fochville Teacher Accused of Alleged Sexual Misconduct
Content Warning: Sexual Assualt Learners at Fochville Secondary School 2 have spoken out against a teacher they accuse of sexual misconduct, bullying and intimidation. We speak to Kaya News reporter, Katleho Sekhoto to find out more.
SERI calls for Govt to pay for damages caused in Marikana Shootings
We look at Socio-Economic Rights Institute of South Africa (SERI)’s proposal for the payment and compensation due to the damage caused to the affected families from the Marikana Shooting.
CUT Students Protest for Allowances, Adequate Quarantine Facilities and Deadline Extensions
It's been a month since the Central University of Technology in the Free State received a court interdict against the South African Student Congress (Sasco) due to recent unrest amongst students who have been calling for payment allowances, deadline extensions. We speak to spokesperson at Sasco, Athenkosi Mabona to find…
What is happening in Afghanistan?
To find out more about the recent Taliban seize of power in Afghanistan, Amercia’s role in the situation and more, we speak to Associate Editor at The Daily Maverick, Brooks Spencer & Na'eem Jeenah, the Executive Director of the Afro-Middle East Centre.
Hopewell Chin'ono Interview: Nat Nakasa Awards, Whistleblowing and the Treatment of African Journalists
After being arrested three times in just the past six months for exposing truths about the Zimbabwean government, documentary filmmaker and journalist, Hopewell Chin'ono still managed to deliver his speech at the South African Editors' Forum Nat Nakasa Awards. We speak to him to find out more about the troubles…
Looking Back at Marikana - 9 Years Later
We speak to Mail & Guardian Environmental and Climate Change Reporter, Journalist and Author, Tunicia Jegels, as well as the wife of a widow who lost her husband in the Marikana shooting.
SAHPRA finds 29 investigated deaths were not related to vaccines
There have been stories circulating around deaths that have reportedly been linked to taking the vaccine. And this, in turn, has escalated vaccine hesitancy in people. But a recent study by SAHPRA has shown that at least 29 of these reported deaths were not linked to the vaccine. We speak…