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Thuli Phongolo - 08 May 2025

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2025/05/08

The lively and vivacious DJ & Actress, Thuli Phongolo, is back in the role of Namhla Diale, who weknow as the shy, geeky and awkward teenager on SABC’s Generations.But as we know it – Thuli’s career is a multi-faceted one, with serving entertainment to her audiencebeing a priority. Thuli joins me now to give us all the deets on the return to Generations The Legacy and everythingelse she ‘s been up to in between.

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6:42

Mr Shasti Sulochan (One of the Life Members of the...

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2025/05/07

The South African Tamil Association once again, proudly presents its annual cultural event Kalai-thiru-vizha 2025.The event is happening on May 10th in Lenasia and joining me now to share all the event details is MrShasti Sulochan (One of the Life Members of the South African Tamil Association).

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4:24

Orion Lee Herman - 05 May 2025

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2025/05/07

ChangeNOW is the leading summit for innovative solutions addressing the planet's most pressingchallenges.It’s an annual gathering over 40,000 attendees from more than 140 countries, includingchangemakers, business leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs on a platform that providesunparalleled opportunities for collaboration and international exposure.Orion Lee Herman, KZN based Founder and CEO of LiquidGold Africa and a global and local award-winning innovator was one of the four awardees to

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6:24

Keenan Govender - 02 May 2025

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2025/05/02

The Allaina Kamille Govender (Non-Profit) Foundation will be hosting their biannual Blood DriveCampaign tomorrow in Durban .Over the past 8 years the Foundation has contributed 100s of pints to the SANBS and have wonmultiple SANBS awards. Now, their call is to members of the community to help make their goal asuccess. I am chatting now to Keenan Govender, he is the Founding Board Member of the AKG Foundation.

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7:16

Dr Liza Street - 01 May 2025

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2025/05/02

Are vaccines necessary for travel? Well, a basic understanding is that you should make sure you and your children are up-to-date withyour routine vaccinations before travelling, as travelling children may be at risk of vaccine-preventable diseases. Let’s get the expert opinion now from Dr Liza Street, she is the Co-founder of Ajuda.

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8:43

30 April 2025

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2025/04/30

The African Art Market, smaller in comparison to the rest of the world, is by no means insignificant tothe global market.In 2021 alone, sales of ultra-contemporary works by African-born artists earned a whopping 800million rand, and, that number is expected to grow exponentially with increased global interest.As we get set to enter the month of May, which is Africa Month, let’s explore the growing influenceand investment potential of contemporary African art. Joining me for this chat is

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5:38

Michael Zahariev (Co-founder and MD of Luxity) - 28...

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2025/04/29

We've seen the reports and viral Tik Tok videos claiming that international luxury fashion is mostlymanufactured in China.This has sparked widespread consumer confusion and subsequently legitimised the counterfeitmarket. Michael Zahariev (Co-founder and MD of Luxity) joins me now to clarify the facts.

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8:13

Mr Nischal Mewalall - 25 April 2025

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2025/04/25

South Africa is under threat by AI-driven scams where, fraudsters impersonate bank officials, create fake applications and manipulate social media to steal money.Now this rise in scammers using sophisticated artificial intelligence is duping many into losing millions of rands and The South African Banking Risk Information Centre warns all banking customers that the consequences of falling for such scams can be devastating. Let’s get more information now from SABRIC’s CEO Mr Nischal

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5:52

Mark Anderson - 24 April 2025

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2025/04/24

The thought of an Entrepreneurship Challenge for South African youth aged 9 to 16 may sound a bit- out-of-place but according to senior industry leaders – it’s important to cultivate entrepreneurial thinking from an early age, as there are immense benefits from equipping young learners with the skills and mindset needed to create and sustain successful businesses. Let’s get more information about this from Mark Anderson (The Principal of The KOA Academy).

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5:52

Crossing-Over : 23 April 2025

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2025/04/23

Comments: A cross-over reading with a gifted Psychic Medium Melissa Mahabeer.

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6:58

Greg Strydom - 23 April 2025

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2025/04/23

When people can work securely and without disruption, businesses grow faster. These are the wordsof Greg Strydom - the Managing Director of Think Tank Software Solutions.Greg’s over-two-decades in Enterprise IT and Solution Architecture displays his passion for innovation,complemented by his belief that technology should serve the people who use it. Greg joins me now to chat about how technology affects real people, every day, in every community

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5:59

Bradley Joseph - 22 April 2025

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2025/04/22

The abuse of drugs and alcohol is by far the leading cause of preventable illnesses and prematuredeath in our modern society.Therefore, the importance of substance abuse treatment cannot be overstated, and fortunately manyeffective treatments are available in South Africa.Joining me now is Bradley Joseph (Life Coach at the AC Wellness Centre) to help us understand therole of rehabilitation retreats and programs in making a positive impact on the lives of those who aresuffering from addiction and

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8:09

Lysta Stander - 17 April 2025

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2025/04/17

Namaqua Flower Beach Camp opens seasonally during bloom time in Namaqua National Park – andthis unique blossom offers travelers a rare chance to witness one of the most exquisite naturalperformances on Earth.As South Africans, celebrating this rich natural heritage is a must and to give us some insight into thetented retreat nestled along South Africa’s picturesque west coast, I am joined online by LystaStande.

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9:35

Shrek the Musical - 16 April 2025

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2025/04/16

Fans of Shrek were not happy with the animation for the new movie, but we are sure they will lovethe way our talented Durban Theatre geniuses have created Shrek for the stage.Shrek the Musical is the first production for 2025 to be staged by the Young Performers Project,coming to the new Milkwood Theatre in Durban North from 25 April – 4 May.The cast comprises of senior primary and high school learners, as well as post-matric learners.And - joining me now in studio are some of the cast and

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7:29

Pavitra Chari and Anindo Bose - 14 April 2025

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2025/04/14

‘Shadow and Light’ is the contemporary - classical duo in SA to perform for the celebrations of the75th anniversary/Foundation Day of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations. They have alreadydelivered a mesmerizing performance at their contemporary musical evening in The Mother City,Bloemfontein, Umzinto … and will this evening perform in Durban.

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6:16

Lasizwe - 11 April 2025

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2025/04/11

With titles like Actor, Media Personality, TV Host and Social Media Influencer om his portfolio,Lasizwe has the makings of a youth icon. And he certainly leads a generation of Gen Z followers withhis original, fresh and entertaining content across all platforms!

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6:18

Shireen Motara - 10 April 2025

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2025/04/10

Shireen Motara, founder of The Next Chapter and CEO of Tara Transform, is a certified coach andconsultant, she is an African feminist leader and leadership mentor, passionate about capitalizing onthe potential of Women and Africa. Shireen joins me now to chat about guiding the next generation of SA’s women leaders.

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9:03

Tshepo Bopape - 09 April 2025

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2025/04/09

Last week, renowned South African artist (tsepo boobapeh) Tshepo Bopape unveiled his much-anticipated solo exhibition, named, ‘Sea-Crits In The Water’, which runs till April 30th at the DALROGallery in Bramley.Tshepo, the 2024 Winner of the DALRO Visual Arts Merit Award, has over the course of ninemonths, been incubated at the Ellis House Art Building to create his first ever solo exhibition. And hejoins me now to tell us the interesting story behind it all.

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12:44

Robby Collins - 08 April 2025

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2025/04/08

If you’ve not seen him perform on stage, to some of the biggest audiences in the country, you’veprobably watched his work on the two biggest streaming platforms in SA.Robby Collins is the star of ‘Only Jokes Allowed’ and ‘Last One Laughing’ and he’s up for three awards ,this year at the Comics Choice Awards where, another Durban comedian Carvin Goldstone will bepresenting .Glad to have Robby Collins with us this afternoon.

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5:56

Wynand Van Vuuren - 07 April 2025

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2025/04/08

These days there’s rising costs to everything, everywhere around us. And add to that the VATincrease just raises the financial burden on South African homes.Discontinuing an important insurance cover on your home, household goods or your car might seemlike an OK option to help cut down on the budget but it really isn’t the best idea.Let’s find out why from Wynand Van Vuuren (Client Experience Partner at King Price Insurance).

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