Better Together with Ntombi M

Freddie Gwala is a legendary South African musician, singer, and producer, best known as the creator of the Zumba music genre, which gained massive popularity in the 1990s.

Mkhulu Manzolwandle gives spiritual guidance to Mdu.

Anonymous would like to apologise to her former colleague.   She treated her badly without reason, she says she just didn’t like her

Should the absent parent be made aware of their child’s milestones?

Clinical Psychologist, Dr Keitumetse Mashego unpacks the difference between Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and Schizophrenia.

Mokgabo celebrates her former English teacher Mr Mosimaneotsile Papa Pute who encouraged her to remain in school after she fell pregnant in Standard 9 going to matric.

Johannesburg Emergency Management Services Spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi has condemned a viral video circulating on social media showing learners apparently inhaling contents from a fire extinguisher. Smoking or deliberately inhaling the contents of a Fire Extinguisher is extremely dangerous and can lead to serious health issues, including respiratory distress, seizures and potentially death. Parents are urged to educate their children about the dangers of inhaling fire extinguisher contents. Who do we blame when learners misbehave in this manner? Is it their upbringing, their parents, guardians, the schools, or even their surroundings? At which point do the learners take accountability for their actions?

Counselling Psychologist Calynn Walker unpacks the pros and cons of all single-sex schools and co-educational schools

Agrippa declares his love for his wife Phumzile through song.

To the men, have you decided that you don’t want to have children, why?

Miracle Mission is an NPO based in Randburg, Johannesburg with the core purpose of providing a safe and loving home for children in distress. They care for little ones who have been abandoned, abused, neglected, or affected by HIV, offering them stability, compassion, and hope for the future. Working closely with welfare organisations, their mission is to ensure each child receives the best possible long-term care and to help them find a permanent, nurturing environment where they can truly thrive.

Mme Claudine advises anonymous as she navigates her new relationship while still using her ex-husband’s surname.

Men, are you okay with your ex-wife keeping your surname?

What is the most heartbreaking thing someone has said to you in a moment of anger, what are some of the harsh things you’ve said to a person out of anger? Did they later apologise….did YOU apologise for what you said?...were things ever the same?

Mkhulu Manzolwandle unpacks the concept of witchcraft.

Ladies, are you interested in current affairs, do you care about catching up on what happens in the news? If you don’t, why aren’t you interested in current affairs?

World Glaucoma Week runs from March 8th to the 14th , focusing on Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World; to raise awareness, promote eye screenings, and prevent irreversible blindness. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve, often due to high fluid pressure inside the eye, leading to irreversible vision loss or blindness. We get more from Dr Nombuso Mathe , Vice President of the South African Glaucoma Society.

The Hasselblad Foundation has named Zanele Muholi the 2026 Hasselblad Award laureate – the first Black queer South African to receive photography’s highest global accolade. The Award is universally regarded as the most significant prize in the history of the medium.

If you could write a book about anyone in your life, good or bad….who would you write about and why?

In South Africa, siblings can be legally required to pay maintenance to one another if they can afford to and if the recipient is in dire need. This is not a new law but a long-standing provision under the Maintenance Act where siblings may be liable if parents or grandparents cannot afford to provide for basic needs. We get more from legal expert Zunaid Olivier.

Anonymous is conflicted about whether or not she should leave her boyfriend of 8 years because he has been promising her marriage for 6 years.

The Choosing Love Collective is a Gauteng-based informed women’s healing movement designed to address the psychological recovery for women navigating Gender based violence recovery, Economic stress, Emotional burnout, Menopausal transition and Long-term unprocessed grief.

Anonymous details how her ex-partner did not support her during their pregnancy and how his infidelity affected her.

To the men: What relationship advice would you like to give to women, these could be women in your family, your daughters, sisters or female friends.

Bab’Mfundi Vundla is a renowned South African television and film producer, best known for creating the hit soap opera Generations and its spin-off Generations: The Legacy He has made significant contributions to the South African entertainment industry. He is the founder and chairman of Morula Pictures, and has worked on notable projects like Jozi H, Magic Cellar, and Backstage. His achievements have been recognised with an honorary doctorate in literature from the University of Pretoria, acknowledging his impact on the country's entertainment landscape.

A couple of weeks ago, new research from the University of the Free State found that menstrual products used by millions of South Africans may contain hormone-disrupting chemicals – even when marketed as ‘free from harmful chemicals’. The study titled “The Presence of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals in Sanitary Pads: A Study Done in South Africa,” found that every sanitary pad and pantyliner tested contained at least two endocrine-disrupting chemicals, raising concerns about consumer safety, transparency, and long-term exposure. To get a better understanding of what this means, we are joined in studio by Dr. Ruth Apostolov, a leading advocate for menstrual equity and women’s health alongside Gynaecologist Dr Bandile Masuku.

Mkhulu Manzolwandle gives a mediumship to Lehlogonolo.

Anonymous asks the audience for guidance after cheating on his wife.

Maleshoane Mokhachane Khasu from the Free State is a female cattle and crop farmer. Maleshoane is a certified Wagyu breeder and a registered stud breeder. She is also involved in agricultural development and initiatives aimed at improving food security.

#ConversationCorner  Should I attend my father’s funeral?  #BetterTogether #Radio2000

We are having an HR open line, where you get to ask Human Resources Specialist, Lerato Shawane any question that is related to HR in the workplace.

Rebecca wants to show Jabu how much she loves him and how much she values his support.

When people ask "how are you as a greeting" do you usually give them a real answer of how you are or do you just play along with the standard response of “I am fine thanks, how are you”?

Mme Claudine offers advise to an anonymous individual in an abusive relationship.

What is the age difference between you and your partner, are you younger or older than them and how is it affecting your relationship?

Mkhulu Manzolwandle gives a reading to Sis Sekelwe.

After a breakup with her spouse over a minor issue in their romantic relationship, Anonymous wants to seek for forgiveness.

We chat to Nondumiso Mkhwanazi, Communications Manager at eSwatini Tourism Authority shines the spotlight on the work they do and how they benefit from gatherings such as Meetings Africa 2026.

We chat to Siya Mthethwa, Chief Strategy Officer at South African Tourism takes us through Meetings Africa celebrating its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of shaping and strengthening Africa’s business events landscape.

We chat to Nogqibelo 'Gibby' Memane is the founder of Injula Tours and Events Management and is a first time Exhibitor at Meetings Africa.

The Eastern Cape has marked a major milestone in public healthcare with the launch of its first public In Vitro Fertilisation, or IVF, Clinic at Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital in Mthatha earlier this month. This development makes the province the fourth in South Africa to offer IVF services in the public sector and establishes the facility as the country’s fifth public IVF clinic. Importantly, the service is based at Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital — the only central hospital in the Eastern Cape and one of just ten central hospitals nationwide — which serves more than 3.6 million people, many from rural and historically underserved communities. To get more on this we are joined on the line by Dr Vulikhaya Mpumlwana, Gynaecologist and IVF specialist at Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital.

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders worldwide, affecting around 50 million people, yet in South Africa it remains underdiagnosed, misunderstood and severely stigmatized. The Neurological Association of South Africa says up to 70% of people living with epilepsy could live seizure-free if properly diagnosed and treated. We get more on this from Dr Alison Richardson, Member of the Neurological Association of South Africa.

Gama Major Cindi is a distinguished clinical research executive with over 18 years of industry experience, having also served as Executive Director and Co-Founder of CRISMO over the last decade. As CRISMO celebrates 10 years of operational excellence, the organization has grown into a leading clinical research site management organization operating in Gauteng and Free State, contributing significantly to healthcare advancement and economic development in South Africa.

Why do in-laws hate the spouses of their children or siblings?

CEO of South African Tourism, Dr. Shamilla Chettiar reflects on 20 years of Meetings Africa under South African Tourism’s stewardship and its evolution into a premier Pan-African trade platform for the global MICE industry.

Celebrating 20 Years of Connecting Africa to the World. Meetings Africa has connected African exhibitors with global buyers, fostering partnerships that drive growth and sustainable tourism across Africa. To tell us more about this, we are joined by….Rendani Khorombi, Executive Head: Tourism Strategic Services at Johannesburg Tourism Company.

Celebrating 20 Years of Connecting Africa to the World. Meetings Africa has connected African exhibitors with global buyers, fostering partnerships that drive growth and sustainable tourism across Africa.  To tell us more about this, we are joined by….Tinyiko Maluleke, Head of Corporate Communications and Public Relations at the Limpopo Tourism Agency.

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Basotho people. Explore historical sites and share the captivating stories of King Moshoeshoe. Experience the Moshoeshoe Walk 2026 to ignite the spirit of unity and preserve the cultural essence of the Basotho nation for generations to come. This is a hiking trip with a cultural twist, an adventure, an exploration of the outdoors filled with cultural and edutainment sessions. From the 5th to the 7th of March 2026 at Thaba Bosiu Cultural Village, Motloang, Maseru – Lesotho. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a remarkable journey that blends adventure, culture, and unity. Tickets available at Computicket. We get are joined on the line by Thabo Maretlane, co-founder and organisor of the annual Moshoeshoe Walk.

Mkhulu Manzolwandle joins us to explain the importance of  paying damages for a child born out of wedlock.

Recent studies, including findings highlighted by neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath early this year, suggests that Gen Z may be the first generation in modern history to show lower average IQ and cognitive scores compared to Millennials. This reversal of the "Flynn Effect" is linked to high screen time, reduced reading, and digital distraction, impacting memory, attention, and deep thinking.  How smart is your child?