Belief Matters: What is the difference is between an Atheist and an agnostic?

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Dr Asheel Singh a  Senior Lecturer and Postgraduate Coordinator in the Department of Philosophy at the University of Johannesburg about the difference between an atheist and an agnostic.   702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based …

Belief Matters: Water reading (divination) a myth, spiritual practice or reality?

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Makhosi Nyandeni a traditional healer exploring water reading, also known as water divination, unpacking the history behind the practice, how it is understood within African spirituality, and whether it is a myth, a spiritual practice or a reality for those who believe …

Belief Matters: Did you know in the Xhosa culture young girls have their own initiation school like their male counterparts? ( called Intonjane)

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Hombakazi Nqandeka an Author, Scholar, Cultural Activist exploring  Intonjane, the beliefs and values behind the practice, and its place in contemporary Xhosa society, Intonjane is a cultural rite of passage that traditionally marks a young woman’s transition into woman…

Belief Matters: Why do people go on pilgrimages?

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to  Father Thapelo Masemola a Chaplain of St John's College and a priest of the Anglican Diocese they explore the meaning of pilgrimages, their importance across different faiths and what people hope to find when they embark on these sacred journeys.   702 Afternoons wit…

Belief Matters: What is tea leaf reading?

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Margie Calverley  a third generation tea leaf reader about tea leaf reading, also known as tasseography, is the practice of interpreting the shapes and patterns left behind by tea leaves in a cup.  How does tea leaf reading  actually work? What do tea leaf readers see w…

Belief Matters: Can a religion change its rules or teachings over time?

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Professor Zoro Dube the Head of Department for Religious Studies at the University of the Free State about exploring religions changing the rules  how religious interpretations evolve, who makes those decisions, and how believers navigate the space between tradition, sc…

Belief Matters: Incense sticks-Why you should use them and what they can do for you.

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Neville Clark a Shamanic Practitioner and co-founder of Secret Sense exploring the world of incense why people use it, the traditions behind it, and what it may bring into your personal space and daily rituals. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live o…

Belief Matters: The significance of spiritual readings

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Pretty  “Gogo Nokukhanya’’ Chaka  a Clairvoyant/spiritual empath exploring the significance of spiritual readings and what happens when that experience takes place live, in real time, with a spiritual reader. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on …

Belief Matters: How do we find belief in positive affirmations?   

Kgomotso Modise (standing in for Relebogile Mabotja ) speaks to Maiyo Febi an international life coach exploring  how positive affirmations are compatible with our beliefs.  702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon…

Belief Matters: The significance and meaning of the beads traditional healers wear  

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Zandile Mfumo Mabilisa a Spiritual Medium exploring the significance and meaning behind the beads worn by traditional healers, and what they communicate within traditional African healing practices. From colourful necklaces to intricate bracelets and waist beads, the be…