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Newsmakers and Guest Experts offer their insights and perspectives into the national and global discourse on politics, economics, education, social matters and comprehensive dialogues on cultural diversity and other essential issues of public interest like, poverty alleviation, unemployment rate and health related issues.

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29:53

Women's Month: Women in conservation

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/08/04

As part of our Women's Month celebrations, we will be bringing you some of the courageous work and careers women are involved in. This year marks 69 years since the 1956 march by women from different race groups to the Union Buildings in protest against pass laws and injustice. So today, we kick it off with women in the conservation space dealing with Lions, cheaters and wetlands. Let's welcome… Guest: Lesego Mthethwa - Field Office with the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Carnivore

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40:47

BMA releases performance review for first quarter of...

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/08/04

The Border Management Authority carries out the border law enforcement functions, particularly biosecurity and immigration. Our next guest briefed the media on new security measures aimed at boosting traveller verification and law enforcement at ports of entry yesterday. Over 9000 arrests and deportations have been recorded in the period April to June 2025. The performance review for the first quarter of 2025 also shared more information with the public on the important functions of the institution

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24:45

Municipal Watch: Umkhanyakude District Municipality

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/31

A political stand-off is playing out at KwaZulu-Natal’s Umkhanyakude District Municipality. The provincial government took a resolution to place the ANC-led municipality under administration. Then what happened is that the IFP’s Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi was barred from entering the premises of the municipality where he was going to formally introduce the appointed administrator, Bamba Ndwandwe. Last week the province’s Finance

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29:38

PinkDrive launches mobile health screenings for...

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/31

As the rising cost of living continues to place basic healthcare out of reach for many, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes are silently claiming lives. According to the National Cancer Registry, 65% of all natural deaths in South Africa are now attributed to NCDs, and many of these are preventable with early detection and access to care. To address this growing health crisis, our next guest is launching an expanded mobile healthcare screening initiative across

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54:23

Citizens Corner: SASSA

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/30

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is conducting a review of social grant beneficiaries to ensure only eligible individuals receive support. This review process has raised concerns and sparked debate, with some beneficiaries reporting delays and potential suspensions. SASSA emphasizes that the review is crucial for preventing fraud and ensuring the integrity of the social assistance system. Earlier this month, we received a call from a listener who shared the impact the SASSA review

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G20 series with Lerato Tsebe

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/30

We continue our series on the G20 with Lerato Tsebe, looking at how South Africa uses this opportunity of being at the helm for 2025. Guest (WhatsApp): Lerato Tsebe - Independent African Researcher

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10:25

PAID INTERVIEW: insurance in the digital age

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/30

As we conclude the Nedbank MoneyMatters campaign, we talk about insurance in the digital age and have an educational discussion on how these new platforms can deliver services at a time of need. The insurance industry in South Africa is transitioning their insurance products online to meet the needs of their consumers and make claims more seamlessly when life happens. To share their insights, we are joined by.... Guest (Telephone): Christine Densley - Head of Self-Service at Nedbank Insurance.

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32:20

Humanitarian crisis in Gaza

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/29

The humanitarian situation in Gaza is said to be getting worse as thousands are reported to be starving. US President Donald Trump described the situation as real starvation. He called on Israel to allow every ounce of food into Gaza as he is under pressure to intervene. Let us listen to the latest from Gaza in a report filed by Jeremy Bowen aboard a Jordanian royal airforce plane dropping aid as international news organizations and journalists are not allowed into Gaza… Guest(Gaza): Aya El

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45:11

Personal Finance with Bryan Hirsch

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/29

Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with all the questions of a similar nature that he has received throughout the month. He will answer them one at a time while taking some of the other questions you may have for today. What is AGOA all about and who benefits? How will it affect us if it is not renewed? Please explain what the balance of trade is. How will tariffs hurt South Africa? What is the difference between savings and investments? Why is it important for both spouses to

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45:44

Losing war against corruption

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/28

Last week retired Chief Justice Raymond Zondo was addressing the National Anti-Corruption Conference which was set up by the South African Council of Churches were he said that the country has been fighting corruption for more than 30 years, with no luck. One of the saddest things he said is instead of corruption decreasing, it has increased since 1994. He pointed the finger at politicians and how they have been using their powers to enable their corrupt activities. Guest (Telephone): Mavuso Msimang

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33:28

The rise of Maternal filicide in South Africa

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/28

We turn our attention to a deeply disturbing and heartbreaking issue—maternal filicide. That’s the act of a mother killing her own child. When it does happen, it brings the public outrage and raises complex questions: What drives a mother to such an unimaginable act? What social, psychological, or economic pressures might be at play? Are we, as a society, doing enough to notice the warning signs before it's too late? In South Africa, several high-profile cases have forced this issue into

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38:12

Tackling the SA Childhood Play Crisis

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/25

South Africa is facing a crisis in childhood play. Kids are moving less, playing less, and spending an average of 4.5 hours a day on screens. As a result, children's mental health challenges are on the rise, with the rise of anxiety, isolation, and sleep issues leading the charge. Research indicates that just 15 minutes of unstructured play each day can enhance emotional resilience, brain development, and parent-child bonding. More than just fun, play is now recognised as a key driver of emotional

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20:49

Friday Wind Down with AJ GHENT

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/25

Our next guest is a third-generation lap steel and pedal steel guitarist. He is best known for his unique blend of blues, rock, funk, and gospel music. Based in the United States, he comes from a family with a rich musical heritage rooted in the "Sacred Steel" tradition. He's known for his "singing guitar" style, which has gained him viral recognition. He has worked alongside The Allman Brothers Band, Derek Trucks, and Zac Brown. His growing fanbase also includes international celebrities such as

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16:50

Global SME Ministerial Meeting

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/24

Action by small businesses matters in creating big change – in a non-disruptive way. Small and medium-sized enterprises make up 90% of all companies worldwide, and are key to creating a stronger and more resilient global trading system. The first-ever Global SME Ministerial seeks to bring countries together to develop solutions that will take place at the grassroots level of small businesses.

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10:48

Global SME Ministerial Meeting

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/24

The SME Ministerial Meeting 2025 arrives at a pivotal moment. This year South Africa holds the presidency of the Group of 20 leading economies. That highlights the importance of holding this meeting to show how small businesses drive growth within national economies. By sharing success stories, lessons learned, and best practices, the meeting will strengthen global efforts to grow small businesses through trade. This is a unique opportunity to showcase innovations, engage in crucial policy

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35:51

Municipal Watch: Understanding how treasury works...

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/24

For our Municipal Watch this morning we talk to the Gauteng Treasury about their relationship with municipalities. This comes after the province’s MEC for Finance raised concerns about the state of municipalities in Gauteng and calling on them to improve their financial management and service delivery. So we use this opportunity to get an understanding the sort of interventions the provincial treasury comes with and the sort of programmes they have to assist municipalities. To educate us on

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Digital divide and the implications of the...

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/23

Earlier this month (8 July 2025), the Competition Commission announced that it had reached an agreement with Vodacom and Maziv on revised conditions that allow the parties to proceed with a merger that had been prohibited by the Competition Tribunal. Vodacom acquiring a stake in Maziv, a South African fibre infrastructure company, with the goal of creating a leading fibre provider. Initially, Vodacom planned to acquire a 30% stake, with an option to increase it to 40%. Our next guest is concerned

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Citizens Corner: Uniting against gangsterism in the...

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/23

Last week concerned religious leaders and civic organisations got together to discuss the on-going problem of gangsterism in some of the Western Cape communities. They say that they want to lead a grassroots moral structural regeneration campaign to deal with what they say is a “constitutional, moral and humanitarian emergency”. If you listen to the news on a daily basis you are likely to hear of gang related shootings that often claim lives of children and innocent bystanders. Police

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8:47

G20 Series with Lerato Tsebe

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/23

Guest: Lerato Tsebe

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40:28

Personal Finance with Bryan Hirsch

The Daily Discourse ·

2025/07/22

This morning, Bryan Hirsch is back and he speaks to us about following topic: the use of trusts in South Africa has often been overplayed. However, they remain an effective estate planning tool in certain circumstances. So, when is it in your best interest to use a trust. To tell us more about this, we are joined by… Guest : Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited (www.bhca.co.za)

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