As more African children grow up speaking English instead of the languages of their parents and grandparents, what is being lost along the way? Storyteller, author and cultural activist Dr Gcina Mhlophe reflects on language, identity, heritage, and why preserving mother tongue remains critical for future generations.

 

As more African children grow up speaking English instead of the languages of their parents and grandparents, what is being lost along the way? Storyteller, author and cultural activist Dr Gcina Mhlophe reflects on language, identity, heritage, and why preserving mother tongue remains critical for future generations.
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Step beyond the headlines and into the heart of the conversation with POWER Perspective: Sunday Edition. Hosted by Lerato Mvelase, this in-depth talk show explores the critical issues shaping our world.

Step beyond the headlines and into the heart of the conversation with POWER Perspective: Sunday Edition. Hosted by Lerato Mvelase, this in-depth talk show explores the critical issues shaping our world.

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THE DECLINE OF MOTHER TONGUE IN AFRICAN HOMES

As South African stories continue to find global audiences, a new generation of actors is stepping into the spotlight. Lerato Mvelase speaks to Luyanda Zwane, Noluthando Shabalala, Wonder Ndlovu and Vuyo Biyela, cast members of Netflix's upcoming drama series The Polygamist. 

As South African stories continue to find global audiences, a new generation of actors is stepping into the spotlight. Lerato Mvelase speaks to Luyanda Zwane, Noluthando Shabalala, Wonder Ndlovu and Vuyo Biyela, cast members of Netflix's upcoming drama series The Polygamist.&nbsp;

Netflix's The Polygamist and the New Wave of South African Acting Talent

In a world that rarely slows down, more people are looking for ways to create calm and balance within their everyday lives. Lerato Mvelase is joined by award-winning landscape designer and founder of Organic Kitchen Gardens, Joy Phala, to explore the growing slow living movement and how simple changes to our homes and surroundings can help foster peace, wellbeing and a deeper connection to nature.

In a world that rarely slows down, more people are looking for ways to create calm and balance within their everyday lives. Lerato Mvelase is joined by award-winning landscape designer and founder of Organic Kitchen Gardens, Joy Phala, to explore the growing slow living movement and how simple changes to our homes and surroundings can help foster peace, wellbeing and a deeper connection to nature.

The Art of Slow Living in Urban Cities: How to Create Small Pockets of Peace in Your Home

Lerato Mvelase speaks to matric student and self-published author Naledi Setzin, who has already published two books while still in high school. As South Africa marks Youth Month, Naledi shares her writing journey, the inspiration behind her books, and why she believes young people should trust their voices, embrace creativity, and start pursuing their dreams without waiting for the perfect moment.

Lerato Mvelase speaks to matric student and self-published author&nbsp;Naledi Setzin, who has already published two books while still in high school. As South Africa marks Youth Month, Naledi shares her writing journey, the inspiration behind her books, and why she believes young people should trust their voices, embrace creativity, and start pursuing their dreams without waiting for the perfect moment.

THE DECLINE OF MOTHER TONGUE IN AFRICAN HOMES

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