As the world marks World Brain Day on July 22, the focus is on dementia, a condition affecting millions globally and rapidly increasing in Africa. Joining us today is Dr. James Butler, Executive Board Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa, to discuss how more than 40% of dementia cases could be prevented, the early warning signs to watch for, and what we can all do to protect our brain health throughout life.

As the world marks World Brain Day on July 22, the focus is on dementia, a condition affecting millions globally and rapidly increasing in Africa. Joining us today is Dr. James Butler, Executive Board Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa, to discuss how more than 40% of dementia cases could be prevented, the early warning signs to watch for, and what we can all do to protect our brain health throughout life.

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The world marks World Brain Day on July 22 with a focus on dementia

South Africa marks Freedom Day today, commemorating the country's first democratic elections held on 27 April 1994, when all South Africans were, for the first time, able to vote regardless of race. The day is a reminder of the end of apartheid and the beginning of a new constitutional democracy founded on equality, human rights, and dignity. We are joined by veteran anti-apartheid struggle activist Seth Mazibuko, one of the youth leaders of the 1976 Soweto uprising, to reflect on what freedom means today, the progress made under democracy, and the challenges that remain in building a more equal society.

South Africa marks Freedom Day today, commemorating the country's first democratic elections held on 27 April 1994, when all South Africans were, for the first time, able to vote regardless of race. The day is a reminder of the end of apartheid and the beginning of a new constitutional democracy founded on equality, human rights, and dignity. We are joined by veteran anti-apartheid struggle activist Seth Mazibuko, one of the youth leaders of the 1976 Soweto uprising, to reflect on what freedom means today, the progress made under democracy, and the challenges that remain in building a more equal society.

"I cannot afford a Gautrain, I can only afford a taxi from Orland to town" - Veteran anti-apartheid struggle activist, Seth Mazibuko on SA's Freedom

Sierra Leone marks its 65th Independence Anniversary today* (Monday). The West African nation gained independence from Britain ending over 150 years of colonial rule.  At midnight on April 27, 1961, the British Union Jack was lowered and the new green, white, and blue national flag was unfurled at Brookfields Playground in Freetown. England handed over sovereignty and Sir Milton Margai, leader of the Sierra Leone People's Party (SLPP), became the country's first Prime Minister. The Independence was achieved through peaceful negotiations that began in 1960. Today, the country commemorates independence under the theme - "Building a Responsive, Resilient and Cohesive Sierra Leone".  Now to discuss more on what this day mean for the people of Sierra Leone, we speak to Dr Bernadette Lahai, Former Vice Presidency of Pan African Parliament and she also served as the minority leader in the Sierra Leone Parliament

Sierra Leone marks its 65th Independence Anniversary today* (Monday). The West African nation gained independence from Britain ending over 150 years of colonial rule. &nbsp;At midnight on April 27, 1961, the British Union Jack was lowered and the new green, white, and blue national flag was unfurled at Brookfields Playground in Freetown. England handed over sovereignty and Sir Milton Margai, leader of the Sierra Leone People's Party (SLPP), became the country's first Prime Minister. The Independence was achieved through peaceful negotiations that began in 1960. Today, the country commemorates independence under the theme - "Building a Responsive, Resilient and Cohesive Sierra Leone". &nbsp;Now to discuss more on what this day mean for the people of Sierra Leone, we speak to Dr Bernadette Lahai, Former Vice Presidency of Pan African Parliament and she also served as the minority leader in the Sierra Leone Parliament

Sierra Leone marks 65 years of independence, reflecting on unity, resilience, and national progress

Good morning, and welcome to The Discourse and this morning, we turn our attention to one of the most pressing issues facing our region - the state of biodiversity and land degradation across Southern Africa, and what is being done to address it. The Southern African Great Green Wall Initiative, is emerging as a key regional platform by SADC member states aimed at restoring degraded landscapes, strengthening climate resilience, and unlocking economic opportunities through nature-based solutions. This week, South Africa is hosting a regional capacity building workshop in Sandton - bringing together governments, development partners, and the private sector to move from policy commitments to investment-ready programmes. To unpack this, Peter Ndoro spoke to The Deputy Director-General for Biodiversity and Conservation at the South African Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment,  Flora  Mokgohloa ----- and Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Senior Environmental Officer at the SADC Secretariat, Sibongile Mavimbela.....

Good morning, and welcome to The Discourse and this morning, we turn our attention to one of the most pressing issues facing our region - the state of biodiversity and land degradation across Southern Africa, and what is being done to address it. The Southern African Great Green Wall Initiative, is emerging as a key regional platform by SADC member states aimed at restoring degraded landscapes, strengthening climate resilience, and unlocking economic opportunities through nature-based solutions. This week, South Africa is hosting a regional capacity building workshop in Sandton - bringing together governments, development partners, and the private sector to move from policy commitments to investment-ready programmes. To unpack this, Peter Ndoro spoke to The Deputy Director-General for Biodiversity and Conservation at the South African Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, &nbsp;Flora &nbsp;Mokgohloa ----- and Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to Senior Environmental Officer at the SADC Secretariat, Sibongile Mavimbela.....

The world marks World Brain Day on July 22 with a focus on dementia

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