Each Friday evening edition of NightTalk exposes us to South Africans doing cool things - things you really should know about!
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South Africans Doing Great Things: Athenkosi Nzala
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Guest: Athenkosi Nzala – Executive Director and Founder AfrikaCan FoundationBy Primedia Broadcasting
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South Africans Doing Great Things: Fatima Abdool
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Film-maker Zwelethu Radebe is making waves in the local & international scene
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Film-maker Zwelethu Radebe spoke about his recent success winning numerous awards and life as a filmmaker, some of work includes directing; The Butterfly Effect commercial as part of M&C Saatchi Abel’s South African launch campaign for Strongbow, which won a Silver Apex Award for creative effectiveness. M&C Saatchi says it was “the most successful …
South Africans Doing Great Things with Scientist and Social entrepreneur based in Durban Bathabile Mpofu, an Award-winning Durban entrepreneur and founder of ChemStart. She makes Science Kits for school pupils, which she sells and distributes to needy township, rural schools and directly to parents.By Primedia Broadcasting
On SADGT: Gugu spoke to Dr Sindisiwe van Zyl a medical doctor – with a particular interest in the Prevention-of-Motherto-Child Transmission of HIV programme (PMTCT), who uses social media and digital technology to share health-related knowledge. Her passion is to help create an HIV-free generation by imparting knowledge that empowers patients and h…
Wasanga spoke to Zuko Mandlakazi on his startup which developed a wearable wrist device that detects sounds and communicates them to the user through vibration and LED lighting, alerting them to potential danger. The product is aimed at solving what he describes as a significant challenge for millions of deaf and hard of hearing people.…
Cheri Yase Kasi, Co-Founder, Sunshine Shibambo after resigning from her position as assistant brand manager for Flying Fish at SAB, she and her business partner Tumi Mohube started Cheri Yase Kasi which roughly translates to “Girl from the Township” which is an advertising agency. They come up with solutions to some major problems by combining a te…
Bulelani Balabala, CEO of IAF Brands an award winning brand agency, that he started in his mother’s garage at the age of 18. He has been awarded as the best Corporate Citizen in Youth Development by the Former Mayor of Ekurhuleni. Today Bulelani is a professional speaker who covers brand development, entrepreneurship and inspiration.…
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Up-close and personal with 1st Lady Thobeka Madiba Zuma.
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Gugulethu Mhlungu set down with 1st Lady Tobeka Madiba-Zuma for an in-depth conversation touching on her foundation, duties of the spouse to the President, her interests in public health, the importance of social media for public figures and ultimately what everyday life is like being married to the President of the country.…
Gugu spoke to Ntsako Mgiba, a student and the co-founder of Jonga Community Alert Systems on their startup Jonga, which has designed an affordable app for home security, which came tops in the Santam Safety Ideas campaign earning them R150 000 in prize moneyBy Primedia Broadcasting
Wasanga spoke to founder of Sophie A Kanza Foundation which is a fully self-funded youth led organization led by Sophie & Louise Kanza, Congolese sisters who attempts to tackle some social stereotypes in award-winning Joburg short film, the sisters use pan-Africanism to spread love, peace and tolerance in a number of youth volunteerism projects.…
Wasanga spoke to Nkosinathi Nkomo Cofounder of AquaRenu who invented a Greywater system which aims to reduce the amount of water people use at home and work. Nkosinathi whom along with his partner Sesethu Mazangazanga, was able to turn his problem into an opportunity thereby developing a greywater system which could be used in South African homes a…
Wasanga spoke to Mthabisi Ncube, Pharmacy Manager at Khayelitsha Day Hospital & Business Relations Director at AugmentSA, who is currently working with Department of Tourism and Department of Health on a Bid to Host the FIP (International Pharmaceutical Federation) international conference for 2021 in Cape Town with an estimated economic injection …
Gugu spoke to Lindiwe Ndlela, CFO of 4 Africa Exchange Proprietary Limited (4AX), one of only two exchanges in South Africa with a full license to trade across asset classes on how they are different from the JSE and how the exchange aims to entrench a culture of learning about trading and Stock exchanges among the youth.…
For South Africans Doing Great Things Gugu spoke to Somatologists Dr. Karien Henrico, a lecturer at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) and a graduated PhD Health on her research in health and Somatology and also on her Women of Valor Inspirational Awards, which aims to motivate, uplift, encourage and strengthen the 21st Century female through netw…
For South Africans Doing Great Things Gugu spoke to Nomveliso Mbanga, Managing Director at Mayine Development Institute on her Teen coaching camps which helps teens ensures looking at the emotional wellbeing of teenagers, their mind-set around their role & responsibility in academic excellence, and a platform to share & talk about how they can mana…
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SADGT - Zintle Raziya Qata and Nella Qata
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Gugu spoke to Sisters Nella and Zintle Qata who are carving out their own space in the renewable energy sector and are determined to shake up this industry, The dynamic sister duo heading Yabasha Energy Solutions and Africa Energy Capital are paving their way towards the economic inclusion of youth within the Green Economy.…
Raymond is a Chartered Accountant by profession and the CEO of ITTHYNK Smart Solutions, a Johannesburg based software development and consulting company. He is also the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Diski Nine9 Africa, a not for profit company that uses soccer as a tool to educate and empower South African youth. Raymond has over 8 years pro…
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SADGT - Social Entrepreneur & Founder of Wild &Co.Cafe
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For South Africans Doing Great things Nokubonga Pearl Dlamini co-founder of Circumfort speaks about life as an innovator and entrepreneur and the success of their product Circumfort which helps speedy the healing process after circumcision.By Primedia Broadcasting
Charmaine Mojapelo is MA Clinical Psychology candidate She has been selected to attend the International Society for Cultural Historical and Activity Research in Quebec, Canada in August later this year which focuses on cultural and historical research. She will be presenting her research on the effects of skin bleaching on black South African wome…
Injabulo Projects is an NPO established in 2015 that renders services such as; an anti-bullying project, incest survivor project and an LGBTIAQ+ support project.By Primedia Broadcasting
The Barefoot Walk is an initiative challenging all South Africans to walk Bare foot for 40 Days, all day and night, to show commitment to raising funds for school kids who don’t have proper school shoes.By Primedia Broadcasting
Bonolo Mataboge, founded of Afriblossom, a fashion label for plus-sized women. At the age of 22, Bonolo had to drop out of fashion school after developing a growth disorder that caused her lower leg to grow at an inward angle. Now an emerging fashion designer, she is changing that dynamic with a fashion range for plus-size women.…
Phambili Mzansi doesn't just talk about solutions they implement. Phambili Mzansi was born out of a conversation between four friends. They asked the question “why is it that African states fail?”’. Making SA better with inter-generational conversations The organisation typically targets students and young professionals between the ages of 18 to 27…
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Putting the spotlight on South Africa's female miners
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Dr Asanda Benya is a sociology lecturer at the University of Cape Town (UCT). Her work looks at the role female miners have played in South Africa's mining industry. She speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi.By Primedia Broadcasting
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The Spinach King's evolving labour of healthy living
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Known as the Spinach King, Espinaca Innovations founder Lufefe Nomjana has been leading a healthy eating revolution in Khayelitsha. He speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the growth of his business of producing food products made of spinach.By Primedia Broadcasting
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Ayabonga Cawe - Development economist & photographer
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Ayabonga Cawe is a development economist, writer and speaker. He is also an avid photographer. On #NightTalk, Wasanga Mehana speaks to Cawe about his developmental work.By Primedia Broadcasting
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Makhamisa opens mouths to uniquely South African sauces
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Makhamisa Foods offers a range of sauces with a uniquely South African flavour. Terence Leluma, CEO of Makhamisa Foods, speaks to Wasanga Mehana on #NightTalk about the plans to grow the company's range of sauces, and the entrepreneurial journey of Makhamisa Foods.By Primedia Broadcasting
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An academy which develops future African leaders
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The African Leadership Academy develops the continent's next generation of leaders. Dr Robert Aswani, Vice-President at the African Leadership Academy, speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi.By Primedia Broadcasting
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Quali Health providing affordable and convenient primary healthcare
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Quali Health is a facility which follows a primary healthcare model that reduces medical bills and cuts down on queues. Dr Nthabiseng Legoete, founder of Quali Health, speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi.By Primedia Broadcasting
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Afro Botanics treating natural hair just right!
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Ntombenhle Khathwane, co-founder of Afro Botanics speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the brand's vision to cater for natural hair.By Primedia Broadcasting
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Right2Know Campaign putting truth to power
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Established in 2010, the Right2Know Campaign has championed the cause for South Africans' access to information. Busi Mtabane from the Right2Know Campaign speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the work the campaign has done.By Primedia Broadcasting
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A lifelong fight for quality South African healthcare
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Dr Lydia Cairncross, Head of Breast and Endocrine Surgery at Groote Schuur Hospital, speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about her fight for quality healthcare and accessible higher education in South Africa.By Primedia Broadcasting
Urban planner Sizwe Mxobo works to transform informal settlements. He speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about his work of exploring the possibilities in making informal settlements homes people can be proud of.By Primedia Broadcasting
Made with Rural founder Leeko Mokoena's entreprenurship journey is focused on subsistence farming. She is focused on helping people in her community to earn a living through farming and producing food. Mokoena speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi.By Primedia Broadcasting
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Zulumathabo's seSotho introduction to Mathematics
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Zulumathabo is a software engineer who authors the book The Basotho Origins of Mathematics. Zulu aims to use technology and knowledge to share African philosophy of science and cosmic knowledge with the people of the world. He speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi.By Primedia Broadcasting
Yasseen Barnes says comedy saved him from a life as an insurance salesman. Armed with sharp one-liners Barnes is now making a name for himself as a comedian in the country and beyond. He spoke to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about his comedy.By Primedia Broadcasting
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Jwarha Lager paving the way for beer of the clans
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Khanyi Pupuma is making a name for himself as a brewer of Jwarha Lager. He speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the growth of his brewing business.By Primedia Broadcasting
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TEACH South Africa developing the country's new generation of educators
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TEACH South Africa has been focusing on developing South Africa's educators in the fields of maths, science, English and IT. Co-founder Richard Masemola speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi.By Primedia Broadcasting