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Fixed income investments are the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Lyle Sankar, head of fixed Income at PSG Asset Management. Topics of discussion include: money market versus longer-dated bonds; the returns that government bonds can deliver for investors; and whether or not developed market ra…

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South Africa, a land with a rich heritage, and a diverse cultural landscape where twelve official languages weave tales of history, resistance, celebration, and hope. Today we explore the rich traditions, histories, and stories that shape who we are. We chat to Luchae Williams and Riaan Marais on what heritage means to them. HeraldLIVE…

In this episode Rams Mabote writes an open letter to Advocate Dali Mpofu. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE TwitterOleh Rams Mabote

In this episode, Daron Mann speaks exclusively with Zolile Williams, the Eastern Cape's MEC for cooperative governance, who this week warned the province's municipalities sternly about missing spending targets and, in some cases, hiring inept employees who are being investigated for crimes. At a MuniMec held in East London on Tuesday, Williams was …

There are no holy cows when it comes to whether mayors or municipal managers who underspend their budgets are suitable to hold the positions they do, co-operative governance MEC Zolile Williams says. “It’s either people shape up or ship out,” he says, as continuous underspending will result in poor service delivery to communities. “I will not accep…

The General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill is an attempt to rewrite what South Africa’s national interest it. On a first read it turn out to be almost exactly the government interests as well. So opposing government policy, advocating for it to fail or funding legal challenges to literally anything the government wants to do could have to running…

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is not in a crisis, says higher education minister Blade Nzimande amid the ongoing challenges it faces. Nzimande and the NSFAS board on Tuesday updated the media on,, among other matters, funding and allowance disbursements, and issues affecting the scheme's management after CEO Andile Nongogo's exi…

Enterprise software development is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Andrew Bourne, Zoho’s regional head for Africa. Topics of discussion include: history of the Zoho business; developments in the enterprise software industry; Zoho’s strategy in SA; and outlook for the local sector. Busines…

In this episode, Ted Keenan chats to CEO of Border Cricket and Eastern Cape, former Cape Cobras and Lions batsman Omphile Ramela. On Thursday last week, Ramela made several announcements at the CEOs Business Breakfast including plans to bat for a major share of the Cricket World Cup in 2027. Ramela said he's main objective in the next five years is…

Tshwane mayor Cilliers Brink says it is important the city explores energy generation options other than Eskom. This come after the Tshwane council recently approved a public participation report for the proposed 40-year lease of the Rooiwal and Pretoria West power stations. Brink was speaking during a media briefing at the Rooiwal power station, n…

In 2007 the rural village of Tholeni in the Eastern Cape became the scene of a series of murders that would span the next five years, take 20 lives, and scar the people of the village forever. (24-hr trauma helpline 082-821-3447) (Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesa) (Support the show on PayPal https://www.paypal.me/true…

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Absolutely amazing.That is how Proteas Women rookie Mieke de Ridder describes her international debut, joining the squad on their tour to Pakistan that ended this week.In That Weekend Feeling with Daron Mann this week, De Ridder, who encourages young women to pursuit cricket if it's their passion, tells us about her experience in Karachi. HeraldLIV…

This week on Sunday Times Politics Weekly we delve into the controversial legacy of IFP founder and prime minister to the Zulu nation Mangosuthu Buthelezi, who died at the weekend at the age of 95. Buthelezi's legacy has been the centre of debate in recent days after his passing, with some labelling him a “warmonger”, a catalyst for violence and a …

Whether you're seeking knowledge for yourself, a loved one, or just to be better informed, you're in the right place. Today on S'wana Know we're delving deep into the realm of gynecological cancers, shining a light on a topic that, for too long, has remained in the shadows. We chat to Dr Melissa Pietersen a registrar in Radiation Oncology at Living…

In this edition of Business Law Focus, host Evan Pickworth is joined by Michael Hewson, founder and director of Graphene Economics to discuss the tax risks faced by an increasingly mobile workforce.Oleh Evan Pickworth

Nelson Mandela Bay mayor Gary van Niekerk has vowed to engage with the relevant municipal officials over the shoddy state of roads in Rocklands. Fed up farmers plan to protest, saying the crumbling roads and a lack of signage pose a risk to pedestrians and road users. In Behind The Herald Headlines with Daron Mann this week, Van Niekerk appeals to …

Daron Mann speaks with rugby analyst Owen Nkumane on the Springboks' chances of making it to the World Cup finals following their strong performance against Scotland. The Springboks will be aiming for a win in their second match in Pool B against Romania on Sunday.Oleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

In this episode Rams Mabote explores how lack of modesty killed Busisiwe Mkhwebane. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE TwitterOleh Rams Mabote

Lakes and dams are intended to be places of recreation and enjoyment, but it is not uncommon for them to be used by murderers hoping to submerge their victims and crimes forever. In this episode I cover several different cases in which bodies of water were used in an attempt to cover up crimes and explain how forensic science helps investigators to…

Incognito's band leader Jean-Paul (Bluey) Maunick said the 44 year- journey of the band reflects who they are as people and the fact that they haven't stayed in one place, "we are not coming to you and playing one dimensional music" TshisaLIVEOleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

Is it possible to bring people back from the dead? Instead of encouraging families to undergo a bereavement process and counselling, some healers often instil in them false hope that their deceased loved ones can be resurrected. Our host, columnist, researcher and trained sangoma Gogo Zipho Dolamo is joined by a young woman whose family has been ex…

Busisiwe Mkhwebane was removed from office on Monday after 318 MPs in the National Assembly voted yes and adopted the section 194 inquiry’s recommendation to have Mkhwebane permanently removed as head of the public protector’s office. This is days before the end of her term in October.Oleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

ANC Youth League (ANCYL) president Collen Malatji wants the government to pay unemployed graduates a monthly stipend of R4,500, even as the National Treasury has raised concerns about the government facing financial constraints caused by growing debt. Malatji made this call while speaking at the ANCYL's 79th anniversary in Kameelrivier Stadium in M…

Dr Nandipha Magudumana has been denied bail by the Bloemfontein magistrate's court. Magistrate Estelle de Lange said Magudumana didn't satisfy the court that it was in the interests of justice for her to be granted bail or that bail conditions would stop her from evading trial.Oleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

Interest rates, property and SA economic pressure is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Herschel Jawitz, CEO of Jawitz Properties. Topics of discussion include: history of the Jawitz business; effect of interest rates on SA’s property market; buying versus renting; and outlook for the local …

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Listen as Daron Mann talks to Taryn Westoby about the eagerly awaited Radio Awards in this latest episode of That Weekend Feeling. For more than 10 years, the Radio Awards have recognized outstanding achievements in the South African radio industry, and this year's edition has added new categories including Online radio and the Podcast category. Ac…

As a young boy he saw little prospect of doing more beyond helping his grandmother raise several of his family members in a township in Dikeni. Fast forward and the now mathematical statistician and PhD recipient Dr Sisa Pazi has managed to do exactly that and a lot more. The 32-year-old made history at Nelson Mandela University by becoming one of …

With the kick off of the Rugby World Cup, the jerseys on display among the 20 teams are a talking point, so TimesLIVE decided to discuss them - how they will look on the field, the innovations, the hits, the misses, and which shirts South Africans might consider wearing as leisurewear. In this episode digital sports editor Marc Strydom is joined by…

In this episode Rams Mabote finds out that apartheid is not really dead. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE TwitterOleh Rams Mabote

Popularly known for his role as Mqhele Zulu on the Showmax original series 'The Wife', actor Bonko Khoza speaks on the devotion to his work, and how he uses acting as therapy. TshisaLIVEOleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

In this episode, Ted Keenan sits with Professor Siyabonga Mxunyelwa from the Faculty of Science at Walter Sisulu University who doubles up as an entrepreneur. Outside of the lecture room he encourages young people to enter the entrepreneurial space.Oleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

In this episode, Daron Mann chats to Daily Dispatch Local Hero for 2022 Tubs Lingham as he shares about his NPO'S ambitions to get businesses to help sponsor one child for a year, at a cost of R1,000 a month. The faith-based NPO, Breath of Life house situated in Selborne, East London, cares for 12 babies under the age of two , and has been struggli…

The Nelson Mandela Bay municipality has launched a load curtailment pilot project that allows participating users to keep their lights and security alarms on during load-shedding. The success of the project will be determined over the next three months and, if everything goes according to plan, it will be gradually introduced to other areas around …

The impact of recent elections in Zimbabwe on the Southern Africa region is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Louw Nel, senior political analyst at Oxford Economics. Topics of discussion include: results of the recent Zimbabwe election; SA’s response and interaction with authorities in the …

President Cyril Ramaphosa told the country on television on Sunday night that the recent Brics summit in Johannesburg was all about creating “a fairer and more inclusive world order”. New World Orders are the stuff the Russian and Chinese leaders dream about. To hear them slip so easily from a potential new vassals lips must be satisfying. No more …

Suspended public protector advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane says she is still the public protector. This is despite her plans to return to work on Tuesday not materialising. Mkhwebane was speaking to the media on Tuesday outside the public protector’s office in the company of her husband. According to Mkhwebane’s interpretation her suspension was only e…

Eskom's decision to slow down planned maintenance ahead of winter has come back to haunt it as the country was plunged back to higher levels of load-shedding over the past few days. Briefing the media on Tuesday electricity minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa said the utility was forced to ramp up repairs or risk the faster deterioration of units.…

Efforts to keep local telecoms networks powered according to SA’s largest player is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sitho Mdlalose, CEO of Vodacom SA. Topics of discussion include: investment for network power; trends in the local telecoms sector around customer numbers, competition in th…

Why is US economy resilient despite high rates? Adriaan Pask of PSG Wealth explains this contradiction.Oleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

In this episode, Ted talks to Managing Director of Ncumisa Chartered Accountants, Ncumisa Nodaka. The Humansdorp born, trilingual Accountant gives light on her journey in the industry.Oleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

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The Proteas Women are in Karachi where they will face off against Pakistan in a six-match limited overs series. The series consists of three T20 internationals before three one-day internationals, all of which will be played in Karachi between September 1 and 14. In That Weekend Feeling with Daron Mann this week, we speak to sports broadcaster Dere…

I want us to be brutally honest, because you know what, that's the only we will grow our sport of athletics. Raw, honest conversation with accountability. Something is really wrong at Athletics South Africa and we'll get to bottom of all their issues because you and I, need to know. It seems winning on the track as a thing of the past for us and I'…

Asonele Melapi started the Nokwanda Patocka GBVF Foundation to assist victims following her sister’s murder. The organisation's efforts has led to Melapi being recognised as The Herald Nelson Mandela University Citizens of the Year award winner in the gender-based violence category. Today on The Herald S’wana Know? Podcast we chat to Melapi as she …

Jeffrey Daniels says maturity, tolerance and patience is what has kept Shalamar together. He likened it to a marriage. "A marriage is a never ending process of trying to make it work, trying to comprise and see what fits and doesn't fit." TshisaLIVEOleh TimesLIVE Podcasts

When Noluthando Khumalo from Zimbabwe first arrived in the building known as Usindiso Shelter for Women and Children in 2016, she was fleeing domestic violence from the father of her two children.This building, which she has seen morph into a dilapidated, rundown structure, was on Thursday ravaged by a fire which left over 70 people dead, among the…

Persuade Chimuke woke up to the news of a fire in a hijacked building in the Johannesburg CBD on Thursday morning. Over 70 people lost their lives in the tragedy. Chimuke lives in hijacked building along Greene Street next to the Maboneng precinct, he is a 21-year-old Zimbabwean national, working in South Africa. His room is demarcated by curtains …