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Peter Bruce, veteran South African newspaper editor and commentator, interviews the country's social and political leaders and experts in a weekly effort to explain what is actually going on in this complicated country. Bruce's interviews are about making events easy to understand for people with little time to listen.
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Podcasts and audio stories associated with the popular South African Sunday newspaper, the Sunday Times. An Arena Holdings production. Keywords: news, politics, South Africa, current events, economy, entertainment, travel, motoring, podcast
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Get behind the biggest sporting stories and hear from the sporting world's biggest names, with the weekly SportsLIVE Podcast. Renowned Sunday Times sports editor Bareng-Batho Kortjaas (BBK) and his revolving door of sporting experts, take you through the stories behind the scoreboard. SportsLIVE is a MultimediaLIVE production, a division of Arena Holdings. Sports, cricket, rugby, soccer, football, tennis, sportsmen, sport, goal, South African sport
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True Crime South Africa is the first victim-focused true-crime podcast in the country. Host, Nicole Engelbrecht, researches each case herself using media coverage, trial footage, social media sources and often by talking to some of the individuals involved. Using her skills as a creative writer and her passion for true crime, she crafts each script to ensure that listeners are given a deep dive into the case mechanics as well as an understanding of the victims as human beings. The podcast co ...
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Join Sunday Times motoring journalist Thomas Falkiner on Cargumentative: a sometimes-pugnacious podcast about all things cars and motoring. Expect spirited banter about everything from general car culture and classics right through to new releases and industry news. Sit down, plug in and gear up. An Arena Holdings Production. Keywords: Motorsport, cars, motoring, car spotter , podcast, auto, car lover, automotive news, vehicle, car news, car manufacturers
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We unpack the mechanics of data journalism just a little bit and talk about what kind of data, whether from polls or hard numbers from previous elections, we have available to us in South Africa and lay out the kind of stories we will be uncovering using some of data analyst, Paul Berkowitz's techniques. A MultimediaLIVE production from Arena Holdings, publishers of The Sunday Times, Business Day and Financial Mail.
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The Global Startup Movement podcast delivers independent emerging market focused technology, digital and innovation insights and analysis. We produce podcasts, live events, and bespoke market insight content with a deep understanding of the complex dynamics of the stakeholders within startup ecosystems around the world. The show is executive produced and presented by podcaster and entrepreneur, Andrew Berkowitz (www.thegsm.co).
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The Khwezi Science Report is a dive into the warm waters of science where information is made interesting and understandable and is placed in the context of our daily lives. From archaeology to tech, astronomy to zoology, you'll find it all here with host Tanya Farber, a senior reporter at the Sunday Times. She loves how science connects with other ways of understanding the world around us from all sorts of disciplines. Each episode takes the listener on a journey through all things weird an ...
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Thousands of South Africans have visited South African National Parks (SANParks) around the country this week as part of the annual South African National Parks Week. The initiative — including Nelson Mandela Bay's closest park, Addo Elephant National Park — has been running for 18 years with more than 700,000 taking advantage of the opportunity to…
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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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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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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…
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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 …
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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 …
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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…
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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 …
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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.By TimesLIVE Podcasts
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.By TimesLIVE Podcasts
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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…
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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.By TimesLIVE Podcasts
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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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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…
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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 …
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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…
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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…
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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 …
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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 …
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