Wellness Wednesday: Avian Bell (Teenage Pregnancies In SA & The Importance Of Safe Sex Practices)

Avian Bell, the CEO of Quantumed, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about teenage pregnancies in SA and the importance of safe sex practices. He shares more about the stats around teen pregnancies in the country, contributing issues to the lack of access to sexual healthcare education & contraceptives and why it is so important to use contraceptives to prevent STIs. 

Boosting Self-Esteem Within Young Girls & Boys: Likho Bottoman (Director, Social Cohesion & Equity, Department of Basic Education)

There has been an alarming rise in self-esteem and body confidence issues among young girls and boys, with research showing over 60% of girls lacking confidence at school due to appearance. Likho Bottoman, the Director of Social Cohesion and Equity at the Department of Basic Education, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about boosting self-esteem within young girls and boys. 

Warrior Woman: Yasmin Johnson

Yasmin Johnson, the Chairlady of the Senior (Grannies) Women Football Club, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her extraordinary journey representing South Africa in an international soccer competition at 73 years old. She shares more about how her experience in Mauritius motivated her to start the Senior Women Football Club and the upcoming Grannies International Football Tournament (GIFT). 

Wellness Wednesday: Mathabo Sekhonyana (Protecting Minors From Underage Gambling - National Responsible Gambling Awareness Month)

Mathabo Sekhonyana, CMO of Bettabets, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the importance of protecting minors from underage gambling, especially during National Responsible Gambling Awareness Month.

Two Cents Tuesday: What Is Something You Secretly Love About Your Partner?

In the latest episode of Two Cents Tuesday, the team and listeners share some of the things they secretly love about their partner. 

SABC Disability 360: Zaitoon Rabaney (ChildSafe South Africa Launches First Junior Traffic Training Centre For Children With Special Needs In The Western Cape)

Zaitoon Rabaney, Executive Director of ChildSafe South Africa, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the first Junior Traffic Training Centre (JTTC), which was launched for children with special needs in the Western Cape. She shares more about the organisation, why they chose to partner with Oasis Special School, the importance of teaching road safety education at a young age and how people can support their initiative. 

Wellness Wednesday: Siyabonga Zuma (#WearBlueForDiabetes)

Siyabonga Zuma, an advocate for the #WearBlueDiabetes campaign and someone who is living with Type 1 diabetes, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the #WearBlueforDiabetes campaign and know the 5 during National Diabetes Month in South Africa and World Diabetes Day on the 14th of November 2024.

World Adoption Day: Kim Allen (Tiny Owls Baby Home)

World Adoption Day, marked on 9 November each year since 2014, was established by friends in Los Angeles to celebrate families, raise awareness of adoption, and support families through the adoption journey. For Kim and Wayne Allen, co-founders of Tiny Owls Baby Home, the adoption process struck a deeply personal chord. Kim sits down with Leigh-Anne Williams about why the started their organisation, how the adoption process works, some of the myths and misconceptions around adoption in South Africa as well as advice to South Africans who want to adopt. 

Breast Cancer Awareness: Lucy Balona (Cancer Association of South Africa)

Lucy Balona, the Spokesperson for the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA), chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about breast cancer. She shares more about their Dry & Detect Towel Initiative, self-examination and practical steps women can take to protect their health. 

SABC Disability 360: Melanie Brand (Woodside Special Care Centre)

Woodside Special Care Centre is a residential home caring for 80 profoundly intellectually and physically disabled children and young adults (known as residents). Melanie Brand, the manager of the home, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the incredible work that they do, the criteria for admission to the facility and how the community can assist those in the home. 

Warrior Woman: Lucia Motloung (CEO & Founder of Luc Mo Wines)

Join us on #WarriorWoman with Leigh-Anne Williams as we dive into the inspiring journey of Lucia Motloung, CEO and founder of Luc Mo Wines and creator of the African Royals wine collection. Discover how she’s breaking barriers as one of the few black women in winemaking and what the future holds for her vision of celebrating heritage through wine.

Wellness Wednesday: Justine Lacy (Cervical Cancer)

Justine Lacy, the Profmed Clinical Executive, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about cervical cancer. She shares more about the role of early detection in reducing cervical cancer rates, highlights the main barriers preventing women, particularly in South Africa, from accessing Pap smears and how we can better support women in protecting their reproductive health.

Twins: Who Is Your Celebrity Lookalike?

After Timothée Chalamet stunned fans after making a surprise appearance at a lookalike contest for him, the team shares who their celebrity lookalike is.

Two Cents Tuesday: What Are Phrases People Use When They Are Angry, But Pretends Not To Be?

After Delucia Daniels and Fauzia Bull (who stands in for Leigh-Anne Williams) spoke about some of the phrases people use when they are angry, but pretends not to be, the listeners and team share their favourite phrases to mask their true feelings.

Warrior Woman Awards: Naz Fredricks Maharaj (Winner of Empowerment Advocate award)

Warrior Woman Awards: Dr Natasha Ross (Winner of Innovation and Technology award)

Warrior Woman Awards: Janine Fabe (Winner of the Community Shero award)

Warrior Woman Awards: Lucinda Evans (Winner of the Social Impact Champion award)

Lucinda chats to Celest Anthony live from the inaugural Warrior Woman Awards 2024. 

Exclusive: Jarrad Ricketts Drops Feel-Good Love Anthem "Gonna Love Ya"

South African vocal sensation Jarrad Ricketts is back with his first release of the year, the infectious new single "Gonna Love Ya". He chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about how Craig David inspired his new era in the music business, what he has been up to throughout the year and what we can look forward to in the future.

Warrior Woman Awards: Frank Johnson (Financial Director of Zevenwacht Wine Estate)

Frank Johnson, Financial Director of Zevenwacht Wine Estate, chats to Celest Anthony about their partnership with Good Hope FM's first Warrior Woman Awards and what the exquisite Estate has to offer.

SABC Disability 360: Yani Trout (Down Syndrome Awareness Month (Surf Day: Nexgen Surf School & Shumeez Scott Foundation)

Yani Trout, Founder of Nexgen Surf School, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams to share more about Nexgen Surf School and their collaboration Shumeez Scott Foundation, which focuses on individuals with Down Syndrome and special needs. This is in light of October being Down Syndrome Awareness Month.

SABC Disability 360: Dr Ingrid Daniels (Cape Town Kite Festival/Mental Health Awareness)

Dr Ingrid Daniels, CEO of Cape Mental Health, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about Cape Mental Health’s flagship event, the Cape Town International Kite Festival. She shares more about the event, which has been running for 30 years, and has brought #HopeOnAString as colourful kites of all shapes and sizes take to the sky each October to create mental health awareness.

Warrior Woman: Thandy Matlaila

Thandy Matlaila, actress, fitness enthusiast and philanthropist, joins Leigh-Anne Williams on Warrior Woman to share more about how her debut in this year's Cape Town Marathon sets the stage for her incredible CSI project where she plans to raise money for essential services that will help uplift disadvantaged schools and early development centres in South Africa. She shares more about her own foundation, which focuses on supplying the less fortunate with sports apparel from donors, particularly having the right gear from shoes to the right bra as an athlete.

Wellness Wednesday: Prof Jackie Smilg (Breast Cancer Awareness Month)

Breast cancer, the most prevalent cancer among South African women, is increasingly being detected in women under 40. This trend mirrors global patterns, where younger women are being diagnosed with more aggressive forms of the disease, underscoring the need for early detection and awareness. Leigh-Anne Williams chats to Professor Jackie Smilg, the Past President of the Breast Imaging Society of South Africa, about the signs of breast cancer, how to prevent it and some of the treatment options.

SABC Disability 360: Jabaar Cassiem Mohamed (City of Cape Town & DeafSA Move Towards Inclusivity With App)

Jabaar Cassiem Mohamed, the Provincial Director of the Deaf SA Federation of South Africa in the Western Cape, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about how the City of Cape Town, in collaboration with DeafSA, has introduced an innovative service designed to improve safety for deaf and hard-of-hearing residents.

No More Socks, Underwear & Soap-On-A-Rope: What Men (Actually) Want

The team and listeners share what men actually want to be surprised with on their birthday and special occasions instead of socks, underwear and soap-on-a-rope.

Welcoming Our October Babies

In celebration of the start of October, Leigh-Anne Williams shares some special traits about October babies.

The Great Drive Celebrates Cheslin Kolbe With A Killer Chant

Leigh-Anne Williams plays the special chant The Great Drive created about the talented rugby player, Cheslin Kolbe.

World Animal Day: Help #BringAnimalsToParliament (4 October 2024)

In celebration of World Animal Day, FOUR PAWS (in advocating for Animal Welfare) presents the #BringAnimalsToParliament gathering. Celiwe Shivambu, the Campaigns Officer for Climate Change & Pandemics at FOUR PAWS, andGraeme Richards, a Brand Ambassador for FOUR PAWS, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about how this significant event calls on the public to support a Memorandum urging lawmakers to prioritise animal welfare in national legislation. 

Cape Town Duo Acoustic Element Drops New Single, "Rebel Heart", With Jimmy Nevis

Cape Town-based music duo Acoustic Element (AE), consisting of cousins Callen Petersen (violin) and Jody Abel (guitar, beatbox), is thrilled to announce the release of their latest single "Rebel Heart" featuring the award-winning vocalist and songwriter Jimmy Nevis. The trio joins Leigh-Anne Williams on The Morning Show for an exclusive first-play of their sizzling track, and chats more about what is to come in their music endeavours. 

Wellness Wednesday: Emma King (National Oral Health Month)

Emma King, a dental hygienist known as the Tooth Fairy, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about National Oral Health Month.

What Are You Ashamed To Admit You Have Never Done Or Like About Your Heritage?

The team and listeners share some of the things that they are ashamed to admit they have never done or do not like about their heritage.

Happy Heritage/Braai Day!

In celebration of Heritage/Braai Day, Leigh-Anne Williams and the team share their plans for the day as well as some of their favourite South African foods.

Two Cents Tuesday: Which Popular Food Is Overhyped?

In the latest episode of Two Cents Tuesday, the team and listeners share which foods they think is overhyped.

The Amazing Heritage Race: Tsitsikamma National Park

The team celebrates the iconic Tsitsikamma National Park.

Wellness Wednesday: Dirna Grobbelaar (National Oral Health Month)

September is National Oral Health Month, and in South Africa, gum disease ranks second only to the common cold in terms of prevalence, with an estimated 90% of South Africans experiencing it at some point. Dirna Grobbelaar, Ivohealth’s Oral Hygiene Advisor, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about why addressing gum disease is crucial for overall health, not just dental health and how individuals can actively prevent gum disease before it starts.

The Amazing Heritage Race: Bloukrans Bridge

In the first installment of The Amazing Heritage Race, the team chats about the iconic Bloukrans Bridge.

SABC Disability 360: Val Rankin (Bipolar & The Importance of Mental Health)

Val Rankin, author and mental health advocate, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her journey navigating bipolar disorder, and the importance of mental health.

Warrior Woman: Lamees Meyer

Lamees Meyer, Business & Social Media Marketing Consultant & CEO/Editor-in-Chief of the monthly publication "There’s More To Life" and Global African Honoree Author, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her extraordinary career and what motivated her to be who she is today.

Wellness Wednesday: Nadiya Ahmed (World Sepsis Day)

Sepsis, often referred to as a "silent killer," claims an estimated two million lives annually across sub-Saharan Africa, making it a major, yet under-recognised, health crisis. Despite its devastating impact, many cases go undiagnosed and unreported, leading to missed opportunities for life-saving interventions. Nadiya Ahmed, Mediclinic Group General Manager of Clinical Services, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about what sepsis is, how to prevent it and what to do when you contract it.

South Africa Beats The All-Blacks At Cape Town Stadium & Collects The Freedom Cup For The First Time Since 2009

In a thrilling match, the South African rugby team beat the All-Blacks 18 - 12. Leigh-Anne Williams and the team share some of their favourite moments from the game.

Warrior Woman: Kimberley Taylor (Loop)

Meet Kimberley Taylor, the powerhouse behind Loop and a trailblazer in the tech industry! With only 13% of STEM graduates in South Africa being women, she's on a mission to change that. Join her in conversation with Leigh-Anne Williams as they dive into her inspiring journey and her commitment to empowering the next generation of women in STEM.

Wellness Wednesday: Dr Bianca De Canha (Complementary Medicine Can Get Us Closer To Universal Healthcare)

Dr Bianca De Canha, President of the Homeopathic Association of SA, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about how improving access to homeopathic, traditional and complementary medicines and care will not only help meet the healthcare needs of South Africans in a way that is affordable, sustainable and accessible but will also provide them with a choice that may be more accessible or better aligned with their cultural beliefs. 

SABC Disability 360: Therina Wentzel (Casual Day 2024)

Therina Wentzel, the National Director of The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about Casual Day 2024. She shares more about celebrating their 30th anniversary, how contributing to the day and buying a sticker will help those with disabilities and what the theme, I See You, means to the organisation.

Warrior Woman: Jill Van As

Jill Van As, an acclaimed author, entrepreneur and the culinary mind joins Leigh-Anne Williams on Warrior Woman to chat more about how she bravely navigated personal challenges such as the complexities of sexual assault to enduring a poignant journey through infertility and multiple miscarriages. She shares more about how food has became a healing journey for her, and how it is a testament to her resilience, creativity and deep personal growth.

Wellness Wednesday: Joha-Nita Jordaan (Rheumatic Fever & Rheumatic Heart Disease)

According to a recent report from the World Health Organization (WHO), Rheumatic Fever (RF) and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD), a neglected post-infectious chronic disease, often referred to as a 'silent killer' due to its dangerous nature, claims the lives of 288,348 people globally each year. Joha-Nita Jordaan, Dis-Chem Divisional Manage, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about this illness, some of the symptoms and what preventive measures can be taken to reduce the risk of developing RF and RHD.

Two Cents Tuesday: What Is Something That Was Overhyped, But When You Experienced It You Were Disappointed?

After the drama and disappointment of the highly anticipated "It Ends With Us" film the team and listeners chat about some of the things that were overhyped, but in their personal experience it was disappointing when they tried it.

Warrior Woman Awards: Empowerment Advocate, Young Achiever, Visionary Leader & Lifetime Achievement

The team chats about what the following awards are all about: Empowerment Advocate, Young Achiever, Visionary Leader and Lifetime Achievement.

Warrior Woman Awards: Women In Business, Social Impact Champion, Excellence In Arts & Sport Achievement

The team discusses what the following awards are all about: Women In Business, Social Impact Champion, Excellence In Arts and Sport Achievement.

Warrior Woman Awards: Innovation & Technology, Excellence In Entrepreneurship, Community SHERO & Trail Blazer Of The Year

The team explains what the following awards are all about: Innovation & Technology, Excellence In Entrepreneurship, Community SHERO and Trail Blazer of the Year

Warrior Woman Awards: Leigh-Anne Williams Launches The Inaugural Award Show Alongside The Team & Programme Manager, Gerard Muller

Leigh-Anne Williams and the ladies of The Morning Show launch the very first Warrior Woman Awards. Williams chats to Good Hope FM's Programme Manager, Gerard Muller, about the importance of an initiative of this nature and why it's important to support women within our society.

A Great Sporting Weekend For South Africa: Dricus du Plessis, The Springsboks & The Proteas

The team congratulates our boys, Dricus du Plessis (who retains his Middleweight title), the Springboks and the Proteas who conquered Australia and the West Indies respectively in what was a great weekend for South African sports.

Warrior Woman: Nomso Kana (Founder Of Simsciex Technologies, Renowned Nuclear Scientist & Leader In Energy, Policy & Broadband Infrastructure Continues To Make Her Mark In The Industry)

Nomso Kana, founder of Simsciex Technologies, a renowned nuclear scientist and a leader in energy, policy and broadband infrastructure, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about being one of the few African women taking the broadband and energy industry by storm. She shares more about how she risked her own money to start her own business as well as her dedication to advancing gender equity through  involvement with non-governmental organisations focused on women's economic development. 

Wellness Wednesday: Neil Kinsley (A Doctor in Your Pocket - How Digital Health & AI Are Empowering You To Take Control Of Your Health)

Imagine having a doctor available at your fingertips, ready to assist you anytime, anywhere. This is no longer a futuristic dream but a reality thanks to digital health and telemedicine. These advancements are transforming healthcare, making it more accessible, private, and efficient for everyone, especially for those in South Africa who do not have access to private healthcare. Neil Kinsley, Head of Global Distribution & New Business Development at Unu Health, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the power of health and AI in your pocket.

Mia le Roux, the First Deaf Winner of the Iconic Pageant, Is Crowned Miss South Africa 2024

Mia le Roux, who was the first differently-abled finalist in the history of the Miss South Africa pageant, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her extraordinary journey to taking the crown. She shares how she worked full-time as a marketing manager for a start up company prior to entering the competition, and her goals during her reign as Miss South Africa.

Happy National Women's Day!

Leigh-Anne Williams and the ladies celebrate National Women's Day, which provides an opportunity to pay tribute to the generations of women whose struggles laid the foundations for the progress made in empowering women and achieving gender equality to date.

Australian Breakdancer, Raygun, Goes Viral After Iconic Olympic Performance

Raygun, the Australian b-girl hoping to make her mark at the Olympic Games in breaking, goes viral - for the wrong reasons. Leigh-Anne Williams and the team chat about the performance, and the fact that she has a thesis in hip hop dancing.

Warrior Woman: René Parker (RLabs)

René Parker, director & co-founder of RLabs, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her extraordinary journey to creating an organisation where it is recognised as a global social enterprise. She shares more about how she is recognised as one of the Inspiring 50 Women in STEM in South Africa and named Social Innovator of the Year 2022 by the Schwab Foundation and World Economic Forum and what is in store for her for the future.

Wellness Wednesday: Prof Lisanne du Plessis (World Breastfeeding Week)

South Africa is one of the most unequal countries in the world, and this is tragically evident in the nutritional status of millions of our children. Prof Lisanne du Plessis, registered dietitian, spokesperson for the Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA) and leading academic from Stellenbosch University focused on Public Health and Community Nutrition, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about breastfeeding has the power to be an equaliser ensuring that no child is left behind when it comes to optimal health and development. 

Two Cents Tuesday: Is The Thumbs Up Emoji Considered "Rude"?

The team and listeners shares whether or not they think the thumbs up emoji is considered "rude".

SABC Disability 360: Gregory Sirmongpong (The Living Link)

Gregory Sirmongpong, Manager of The Living Link in Cape Town, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about how the non-profit organisation caters for the intellectually disabled and learning challenged community regardless of race, gender and religious background. He shares more about what they do and how people can get involved.

Two Cents Tuesday: Weddings, Baby Showers & Birthday Parties (What Should We Stop Doing?)

The team and listeners share some of things that we should stop doing, especially if it's above our means.

Wellness Wednesday: Aliné Hall (Help For Preterm Babies: The Role Of The NICU In Helping Tiny Warriors Survive & Thrive)

Approximately 84,000 preterm babies are born in South Africa every year. To mitigate the many risks that accompany these kinds of births, it may be necessary for these babies and their mothers to be referred to a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Aliné Hall, Clinical Quality Specialist at Mediclinic Southern Africa, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the the role of the NICU in helping tiny warriors survive and thrive.

Warrior Woman: Adele Bruggeman (ActivateHer Partners With H&M To Help Girls In Impoverished Areas Thrive Through Sports)

Adele Bruggeman, founding director of local NPO ActivateHer, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about how her organisation works to dismantle traditional gender stereotypes associated with sports by offering girls aged 3 to 14 from vulnerable socioeconomic backgrounds, particularly in Khayelitsha and surrounding areas, with the chance to engage in physical activity and guided play in a safe, supportive space.

Two Cents Tuesday: What Adult Issue Were You Not Prepared For?

The team and listeners share some of the adult issues that they were not prepared for.

SABC Disability 360: Sandy Cipriano (Cupcakes of Hope)

Cupcakes of Hope is an NPO that is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for South African children with cancer. They do this through baking and selling cupcakes where their organisation has a network of more than 2000 volunteer bakers, known as 'Cupcake Angels', all over the country. Leigh-Anne Williams chats to the founder, Sandy Cipriano, about what the organisation does and how people can get involved.

Essence Call Me Queen Roadshow: Manila von Teez

One of South Africa's favourite drag queen,Manila von Teez, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her experience with Essence cosmetics over the years and what the beauty brand means to her.

Essence Call Me Queen Roadshow: Benedict Muzembe

Leigh-Anne Williams chats to Benedict Muzembe, an Essence Makeup Artist, to share why she loves working with Essence products, which ones are most loved by her clients as well as what stands out about the brand.

Essence Call Me Queen Roadshow: Suzanne Schlechter

Suzanne Schlechter, Head of Marketing at Essence, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the Essence Call Me Queen Roadshow, which celebrates the launch of their stunning mascara.

Mandela Day with Ladles of Love

Leigh-Anne Williams visits various work stations to find out more about how people are spending their 67 minutes with Ladles of Love.

Mandela Day with Ladles of Love: Danny Diliberto

Danny Diliberto, Founder & CEO of Ladles of Love, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about what the organisation does, some of the other projects they are involved in and what their message is for this Mandela Day.

Mandela Day with Ladles of Love: Yolanda Jones

Programme Director at Ladles of Love, Yolanda Jones, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the event taking place on Mandela Day, why there is a need for a day like this and shares more about the Ubuntu record.

Wellness Wednesday: Anna Collard (Sextortion Epidemic Plagues Teens, Demands Urgent Action)

Anna Collard, SVP Content Strategy & Evangelist at KnowBe4 Africa, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the alarming surge in sextortion cases targeting teenagers worldwide, which calls for greater awareness and preventive measures.

Community Chest Helps Disaster Risk Management Team With Clean Up Operations After Storms In Cape Town

Leigh-Anne Williams chats to Peter Heeger, the CEO of Community Chest, about how the organisation aims to help the Disaster Risk Management team with clean up operations after severe storms in Cape Town.

Warrior Woman: Rachel Kolisi (The Kolisi Foundation & Add Hope Teams Up To Postively Impact The Lives of Thousands of South African Children)

CEO of the Kolisi Foundation, Rachel Kolisi, joins Leigh-Anne Williams on Warrior Woman to chat about a very special  partnership between the organisation and Add Hope where every rand donated will be matched and help positively impact the lives of thousands of South African children. 

Which Movie Star Was Cast In The Wrong Role?

There are several actors who were simply cast in the wrong role. The team and listeners share which movie star was not right for their blockbuster films.

Wellness Wednesday: Prof Renata Schoeman (The Real Cost Of Burnout At Work)

Prof Renata Schoeman, Head of Healthcare Leadership at Stellenbosch Business School, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the real cost of burnout at work as part of Corporate Mental Health Week. She shares more about the biggest contributor to workplace burnout, the difference between burnout and feeling tired and how organisations should support especially the top performers who are most prone to burnout.

Two Cents Tuesday: What Song Would You Never Want To Hear Again?

The team and listeners share the songs that they would never want to hear again.

A Big Day For 25K: Bianca & Wesley Beaumont Tie The Knot

Bianca and Wesley Beaumont, from the south of Johannesburg, have never had a white wedding. They met and within three months of courtship got married at home affairs, even though secretly dreamt of a beautiful white wedding. She chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about SABC2's new reality television show, A Big Day For 25K, where the couple plans and creates their weddings within a budget of R25,000. 

SABC Disability 360: Glenda McMinn (Bettaway Learning Support Centre)

Glenda McMinn, Executive Director of the Bettaway Learning Support Centre in Delft, a safe place where learners can receive support in their schoolwork through stationery, a lunch, textbooks, tutoring, internet and printing access, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about their incredible organisation and how people can get in touch with them.

Wellness Wednesday: Paul Williams (School Break or Cyber Risk? Keep Kids Safe Online During The Holidays)

Paul Williams, Country Manager at SADC and Indian Ocean Islands Fortinet, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about how to keep kids safe online during the holidays.

Warrior Woman: Jade Oliver (Afrolecia)

Renowned content creator and natural hair enthusiast Jade Oliver, widely known by her TikTok handle “Afrolecia,” proudly announces the launch of her very own haircare brand. She sits down with Leigh-Anne Williams to share more about her extraordinary journey and how this brand represents her dedication to her audience and her passion for natural hair wellness.

Miss South Africa's Third Season Of "Crown Chasers" Is Back On S3 With The Reigning Queen, Natasha Joubert, As The Host

Crown Chasers Season 3 is coming to your screens where each episode has unique, weekly challenges, photoshoots and eliminations keeping us all on our toes as the chase begins to crown our Miss South Africa 2024. Leigh-Anne Williams chats to the reigning Miss SA, Natasha Joubert, as she takes up the role of the host, and will be joined by Leandie Du Randt and Lerato Kganyago as judges. 

SABC Disability 360: Ernst Van Rensburg (The Top Five Health Issues Affecting South African Men)

Men's Health Month, observed annually in June, serves as a critical reminder for men to prioritise their well-being. Ernst Van Rensburg, Dis-Chem Clinic Admin Manager, stresses that prioritising men's health shows strength and responsibility. He chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the top health issues affecting South African men.

Wellness Wednesday: Tammy Dicks (Prioritising Your Child’s Mental Health In The Run Up To Final Exams & Their Next Steps

Tammy Dicks, National Trauma Support Coordinator at ER24, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the importance of prioritising your child’s mental health in the run up to final exams and their next steps.

Warrior Woman: Dr Chanell Marthinussen (From The Cape Flats To Opening Her Own Virtual Care & Women Empowerment Platform, Dr Chanell Marthinussen Proves That Anything Is Possible)

Hailing from Bonteheuwel, Cape Flats, Dr Chanell Marthinussen is currently the head of virtual care at Innohealth Technologies and runs the virtual care web-based app onboarding called MyPocketHealth which is the virtual care platform for Innohealth Medical Centres. She joins Leigh-Anne Williams on #WarriorWoman to share more about her extraordinary journey and about her wellness platform, the F-Word, which focuses on education and women empowerment.

SABC Disability 360: Deborah Gonsalves (Ocean View Association for Persons with Disabilities)

Deborah Gonsalves, Manager of the Ocean View Association for Persons with Disabilities, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her organisation and how it focuses on skills development and emotional well-being of its physical and intellectually disabled members.

Wellness Wednesday: Dr Lizle Oosthuizen (World Infertility Awareness Month)

Dr Lizle Oosthuizen, specialist gynaecologist and specialist in reproductive medicine at Cape Fertility, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about World Infertility Awareness Month. It is a time dedicated to raising awareness around infertility challenges faced by a large number of peopleacross the world, highlighting the importance of access to infertility therapies through effective parenthood solutions at recognised infertility centres.

Warrior Woman: Natalie Titus (Logos Hope South Africa Offers New Life To Those On Board)

Natalie Titus, On-Board Member of the Logos Hope Crew and Volunteer, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about this unique experience where an international crew and staff of volunteers from around 60 different countries live and work on the ships, devoting one or more years of their lives to serving on board. The floating book fair is one of the most exciting parts of the ship, which is open to the public. She shares more about what it is like to be a part of the Crew and how her passion for the youth helps to inspire those on board.

Claremont Primary Donates Blankets & Non-Perishable Items To Good Hope FM's Keep Cape Town Warm Campaign

Claremont Primary surprises Good Hope FM with donations towards the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. Peter John Heeger, the interim CEO of Community Chest, joins the team in studio along with Lindsay, a grade 5 teacher at the school, and some students to chat about why they decided to contribute to this fantastic project.

Warrior Woman: Nindya Bucktowar

Co-founder of Kalki Ceramics with Nikhil Tricam and winner of the Hot Young Designer Talent Search in 2022, Nindya Bucktowar, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her extraordinary journey in the world of art and how she inspires the youth to dream big.

Wellness Wednesday: Dr Nickie Goedhals (Myths & Misconceptions About The Flu Vaccine)

Dr Nickie Goedhals, Pathologist and Clinical Virology at PathCare Vermaak, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the myths and misconceptions about the medical marvel that is the flu vaccine.

Travel Tuesday: Joburg Has Been Named The World's Second-Best City For Food

Another day, another award for South Africa! Johannesburg has officially been named as the world's second-best city for food.

SABC Disability 360: Therina Wentzel (Casual Day 2024)

Therina Wentzel, the National Director of The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about Casual Day 2024. She shares more about the theme for the year, I See You, how the day helps the organisation take care of the disabled community and how people can get involved.

Two Cents Tuesday: The Things We Did As Children That We Will Want To Do As Adults

The team and listeners share some of the things that they used to do as children that they would love to continue doing as adults.

Wellness Wednesday: Dr Sindeep Bhana (International Thyroid Awareness Week)

International Thyroid Awareness Week (ITAW) is observed annually from 25 – 31 May and is a time dedicated to educating the public about the significant effects that undiagnosed or inadequately treated thyroid disease can have on a person's quality of life. Dr Sindeep Bhana, a specialist in thyroid disease and former Head of Endocrinology at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about what ITAW is, the most common symptoms of thyroid disorders and where people can find out more information about thyroid health.

Warrior Woman: Saskia Emary (From General Manager To Owner of Uncanny Food, Saskia Emary Has Opened The Doors For Females In The Commercial Fleet Operators Industry)

From General Manager to owner of Uncanny Food, Saskia Emary sits down with Leigh-Anne Williams to chat about how she has been at the forefront of the commercial fleet operators industry.

Here's Your Last Minute South African Election Guide

Ahead of Election Day in South Africa, Sandra Rosenberg shares a quick, last minute guide on everything you need about voting.

North West Makes Her Acting Debut As Young Simba In the 30th Anniversary Live Concert, "The Lion King"

Donning a lion-inspired costume, North West, starred as Young Simba at the live Lion King concert at the Hollywood Bowl on Friday where she sang "I Just Can’t Wait to Be King". North's acting debut came after she announced her first album Elementary School Dropout in March, a nod to her dad's 2004 debut The College Dropout.

SABC Disability 360: Non-Helena Smith (South Africa’s Silent Struggle With Multiple Sclerosis)

Non-Helena Smith, Director of Multiple Sclerosis South Africa, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about multiple sclerosis (MS), a complex neurological disease, which affects 2.9 million people worldwide, with an average of 300 people diagnosed globally every day. She shares more about some of symptoms of MS, risk factors or triggers for the illness as well as how early diagnosis is imperative to restore the quality of life of patients.