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The Daily Discourse
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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The Daily DiscourseGetting to know the Work of the Auditor General of South Africa
Getting to know the Work of the Auditor General of South Africa
The Daily DiscourseChina and South Africa have built increasingly close ties over the years, with Chinese companies investing heavily in the country and South Africa remaining China’s biggest trading partner on the continent.
China and South Africa have built increasingly close ties over the years, with Chinese companies investing heavily in the country and South Africa remaining…
The Daily DiscourseThousands of dead fish have reportedly washed ashore in recent days, with many believed to be sardines. The grim discovery has been reported at beaches including Pollock, Hobie, Kings and Humewood, raising serious questions about what could be behind it.
Thousands of dead fish have reportedly washed ashore in recent days, with many believed to be sardines. The grim discovery has been reported at beaches…
The Daily DiscourseIf you're sick and tired of those random calls interrupting your day — from companies trying to sell you something you never asked for — you're certainly not alone.
If you're sick and tired of those random calls interrupting your day — from companies trying to sell you something you never asked for — you're…
The Daily DiscourseMpumalanga Provincial Government launches a 12-month Real Estate Learner-ship Programme today, Wednesday, 2 September. Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane and Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu will officially launch the programme, aimed at empowering young people from previously disadvantaged communities and transforming the real estate industry.
Mpumalanga Provincial Government launches a 12-month Real Estate Learner-ship Programme today, Wednesday, 2 September. Human Settlements Minister Thembi…
The Daily DiscourseWearable technology is getting smarter — but are organisations keeping up?
AI-enabled glasses, smartwatches, earbuds and even rings can now access, record and process sensitive business information, yet many companies still…
The Daily DiscourseMpumalanga Provincial Government launches a 12-month Real Estate Learner-ship Programme today, Wednesday, 2 September. Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane and Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu will officially launch the programme, aimed at empowering young people from previously disadvantaged communities and transforming the real estate industry.
Mpumalanga Provincial Government launches a 12-month Real Estate Learner-ship Programme today, Wednesday, 2 September. Human Settlements Minister Thembi…
The Daily DiscourseMpumalanga Provincial Government launches a 12-month Real Estate Learner-ship Programme today, Wednesday, 2 September. Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane and Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu will officially launch the programme, aimed at empowering young people from previously disadvantaged communities and transforming the real estate industry.
Mpumalanga Provincial Government launches a 12-month Real Estate Learner-ship Programme today, Wednesday, 2 September. Human Settlements Minister Thembi…
The Daily DiscourseBusiness Tech tells us that The City of Cape Town is budgeting 8-billion rand to invest in solar energy, so it doesn’t have to depend on Eskom anymore. The City plans to buy solar power from independent power producers in the next 2-decades. Mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis joins me with the details.
Business Tech tells us that The City of Cape Town is budgeting 8-billion rand to invest in solar energy, so it doesn’t have to depend on Eskom anymore…
The Daily DiscourseWelcome to another edition of our finance segment with Bryan Hirsch, Financial Advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates. As we reach the end of the month, Bryan is back with the questions you’ve been asking most — and, more importantly, the answers and practical tips you need to make smarter financial decisions and stay on track with your financial journey.
Welcome to another edition of our finance segment with Bryan Hirsch, Financial Advisor at Bryan Hirsch Colley and Associates. As we reach the end of the month…
The Daily DiscourseMpumalanga Provincial Government launches a 12-month Real Estate Learner-ship Programme today, Wednesday, 2 September. Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane and Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu will officially launch the programme, aimed at empowering young people from previously disadvantaged communities and transforming the real estate industry.
Mpumalanga Provincial Government launches a 12-month Real Estate Learner-ship Programme today, Wednesday, 2 September. Human Settlements Minister Thembi…
The Daily DiscourseNew treatment approach offers hope to adults with ADHD
Head of Healthcare Leadership at Stellenbosch Business School, Prof Renata Schoeman speaks to Joanne Joseph about a new treatment approach which offers hope to…
The Daily DiscourseRegulations for teacher-learner digital communication
Director of Social Cohesion and Equity at the Department of Basic Education, Likho Bottoman and FEDSAS Deputy CEO, Riaan van der Bergh on regulations to be…
The Daily DiscourseAccountability Corner: Sboshwa Primary school feedback
SABC News reporter, Michael Mdluli speaks to Joanne Joseph about his visit to the Siboshwa Primary School in Mpumalanga. Gerald Sambo, spokesperson for the…
The Daily DiscourseGetting to know the Work of the Auditor General of South Africa
Sharonne Adams, Head of Portfolio at the Auditor General South Africa shares insights on the work of the Auditor General of South Africa's office.

The Daily DiscourseA devastating flood disaster has struck the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving hundreds dead or missing — and now, six South Africans have reportedly been unaccounted for.
A devastating flood disaster has struck the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving hundreds dead or missing — and now, six South Africans have reportedly been…
The Daily DiscourseA detailed Daily Maverick exposé paints a troubling picture of widespread disarray in the province’s ambulance fleet. Reports suggest some vehicles are out of service awaiting repairs, while others are parked at public facilities but cannot be deployed because essential equipment is missing.
A detailed Daily Maverick exposé paints a troubling picture of widespread disarray in the province’s ambulance fleet. Reports suggest some…

The Daily DiscourseIs the Suez Canal making a comeback? After months of avoiding the Red Sea because of security and political tensions, shipping companies appear to be cautiously returning to one of the world’s most important trade routes.
Is the Suez Canal making a comeback? After months of avoiding the Red Sea because of security and political tensions, shipping companies appear to be…
The Daily DiscourseIf you’re a parent in the Eastern Cape, has your child’s education been affected by the underfunding of public schools? It’s a question that goes to the heart of a major legal battle, after the Eastern Cape High Court stepped in and ruled that the failure to properly fund public schools in the province is unconstitutional and unlawful.
If you’re a parent in the Eastern Cape, has your child’s education been affected by the underfunding of public schools? It’s a question that…
The Daily DiscourseUnderstanding “marital rape” from a legal standpoint
Senior Lecturer in the Department of Procedural Law at UP, Dr Llewelyn Curlewis is helping Koketso Sachane understand “marital rape” from a legal…
The Daily DiscourseFinance Corner: “Debt is a tool, not a life sentence. Managed well, it can build wealth. Managed badly, it can steal your future.”
Finance Corner: “Debt is a tool, not a life sentence. Managed well, it can build wealth. Managed badly, it can steal your future.” Wealth Manager…
The Daily DiscourseCape Town clinics see a surge in cervical cancer screenings
Cape Town clinics are seeing a surge in cervical cancer screenings.Koketso Sachane gets more details from Caroline Neumuller, a Clinical Medical Officer at the…
The Daily DiscourseInfrastructure development is pivotal for economic growth
Infrastructure is pivotal for economic growth in the country. Koketso Sachane is in conversation with Infrastructure Specialist, Lufuno Ratsiku.
The Daily DiscourseUnpacking the hidden truth behind the South African cannabis industry
Unpacking the hidden truth behind the South African cannabis industry with Cannabis Lawyer (Legal Activist), Gareth Prince on the Daily Discourse with Koketso…
The Daily DiscourseCat Matlala’s legal team threatens to withdraw from Madlanga Commission
SABC News reporter, Sibahle Motha gives Koketso Sachane an update on Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's testimony. There seems to be confusion on whether or not he…
The Daily DiscourseGender Pay parity
Women are still earning 26% less than their male counterparts. Haley Parry, Head of Financial Education at Worth is in conversation with Koketso Sachane and…
The Daily DiscourseThe work of the Auditor General of South Africa: Week 3
Sharonne Adams, Head of Portfolio at the Auditor General South Africa explains the staff complement at the office of the Auditor General of South Africa and…
The Daily DiscoursePhemelo Motene Profile Interview
As SA fm celebrates 90 years of existence, we bring back old voices that helped shape the station. Koketso Sachane is in conversation with former SAfm…
The Daily DiscourseCorporate Bullying helpline
Corporate bullying has caused many employees to dread going to work and leading to some health challenges. The South African Institute of Employee Relations…
The Daily DiscourseWestbury Residents Living in Fear as Gang Violence Escalates
Founder and activist of One Force SA, Eugene Dooms speaks to Koketso Sachane about the Westbury community being under siege as gang violence escalates
The Daily DiscourseSouth Africans earning over R50,000 face debt repayments exceeding their income
Manager of Financial Consulting at DebtBusters, JP Lombard elaborates on South Africans earning over R50,000 facing debt repayments exceeding their income
The Daily DiscourseSRD grant appeal: Cash transfers do not discourage people from working, research shows
The Supreme Court of Appeal prepares to hear the state’s appeal in the SRD grant case on 25 August. Koketso Sachane is in conversation with #PayTheGrants…
The Daily DiscourseANC’s Mayoral Candidates: Why Is the Party Holding Back?
ANC NEC member, Dr Dickson Masemola speaks to Koketso Sachane about the party's manifesto launch and answers the question why the party is yet to announce…
The Daily DiscourseUnisa’s urgent matter to gag Higher Education news publication struck off the roll
Edwin Naidu, Head of Higher Education Media Services with publisher ednews.africa speaks to Jon Gericke on the Pretoria High Court decision to struck off the…
The Daily DiscourseTop Honour for Proteas’ Star Sinalo Jafta
Proteas wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta has been honoured with the prestigious Makhaya Ntini and he joins Jon Gericke
The Daily DiscourseWomen’s golf in SA
Peta Dixon, Head of Sponsorships at Investec South Africa speaks to Jon Gericke on the development of women's golf in SA.
The Daily DiscourseCampaign watch resource for the local elections
Jon Gericke looks at the electoral landscape of SA with Dr. Delta Milayo Ndou, Research and Programmes Lead at the Political Campaigns Resource Hub
The Daily DiscourseOperation Vulindlela enters phase 3
Jon Gericke unpacks the successes and failures of Operation Vulindlela with Martin Kingston: Executive Chairman, Rothschild & Co South Africa and Kulekani…
The Daily DiscourseMatlosana Municipality guilty of human violation
Shirley Mlombo, North West Provincial Manager of the South African Human Rights Commission speaks to Jon Gericke about the SAHRC report findings into Matlosana…
The Daily Discourse#SAfm90 memory lane
Joanne Joseph is joined by former SAfm presenter Krivani Pillay on her journey in the media space and SAfm.
The Daily DiscourseNPA opting not to prosecute some high-profile cases
Veronica Mente, EFF and SCOPA Member speaks to Joanne Joseph on the NPA's decision to not prosecute some high-profile cases.
The Daily DiscourseFeedback: Hospital Transport for Kokstad elders
Feedback: Hospital Transport for Kokstad elders Last week, a caller sent a message around hospital transport shortage, Dr Imran Keeka: Chairperson of the KZN…
The Daily DiscourseColoured youth are left out of Higher Education
Joanne Joseph speaks to Christo van der Rheede, CEO of the FW de Klerk on the possible exclusion of coloured youth on Afrikaans institutions of higher learning
The Daily DiscoursePublic participation is pivotal as electricity tariffs increase frequently
Lorna Sithole, Marketing Director at Just Power Mzansi speaks to Joane Joseph about the importance of the public participation in
The Daily DiscourseAuditor General of South Africa turns 115
Joanne Joseph reflect on the mandate of the organisation with Dr. Thami Zikode - Head of Audit
The Daily DiscourseMeta charged for targeting children on its platforms
Zanyiwe Nthatisi Asare, AI & Digital Policy Expert speaks more on this with Joanne Josephs
The Daily DiscourseAgoa possibly be extended by two years
One of our biggest fears around the deteriorating relationship between the Trump regime in the United States and South Africa, was that we were going to be…
The Daily DiscourseWorld Humanitarian Day
World Humanitarian Day. Joanne Joseph is in conversation with Jean- Nicola Paquet-Rouleau, ICRC head of delegation, Pretoria Region
The Daily DiscourseIs cheaper electricity on the horizon
Could cheaper electricity be on the horizon? Electricity Minister, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa held a media briefing on the country's revised electricity…
The Daily DiscourseTsitsikama learners without scholar transport
Unathi Binqose, EC Transport spokesperson gives Joanne Joseph an update on the scholar transport challenges that students in the Tsitsikamma area faced since…
The Daily DiscourseHow AI can help to fight corruption
Have you ever thought about the role AI could play in fighting corruption. CEO of the Organization Undoing Tax Abuse, Wayne Duvenage explains how the…
The Daily DiscourseThe work of the Auditor General of South Africa
Dr Thamsanqa ('Thami') Zikode is the Acting Head of Audit at the Auditor General of South Africa joins Joanne Joseph to speak about the work of the Auditor…
The Daily DiscourseRecap of Day 1 of Cat Matlala appearance at the Madlanga Commission
SABC News reporter, Sibahle Motha gives Joanne Joseph an update on what the first day of Vusiuzi "Cat" Matlala's testimony at the Madlanga Commission
The Daily DiscourseHow SA’s economic squeeze is fueling a burnout crisis
The rising cost of living is increasing burnout in the workplace. Joanne Joseph is in conversation withTransformation Chair at Society for Industrial and…
The Daily DiscourseTšepiso Makwetla Profile interview
As SAfm celebrates 90 years of existence,we bring back old voices. Joanne Joseph catches up with Tšepiso Makwetla
The Daily DiscourseWomen’s Month Profile: Energy and franchising
As we celebrate Women’s month, we take an opportunity to engage women who are making great strides in their lives and careers. Koketso Sachane is in…
The Daily DiscourseANC manifesto review
ANC reviews its manifesto deliverables ahead of the party's manifesto launch for November local elections. Koketso Sachane is in conversation with ANC NEC…
The Daily DiscourseUN Habitat Launch
Minister of Human Settlements, Thembi Simelane speaks to Koketso Sachane for the launch of a new UN-Habitat country office in the City of Tshwane. This comes…