As South African Matriculants prepare for their final exams, they turn to Selepe Madisha, a renowned burn survivor and motivational speaker. He shares powerful study tips, emphasizing resilience and focus. With his inspiring journey, Selepe encourages students to overcome obstacles, reminding them that success is within reach.

As South African Matriculants prepare for their final exams, they turn to Selepe Madisha, a renowned burn survivor and motivational speaker. He shares powerful study tips, emphasizing resilience and focus. With his inspiring journey, Selepe encourages students to overcome obstacles, reminding them that success is within reach.

After the day’s heavy conversations, POWER Zone tapers down the momentum with long format, reflective and insightful conversations. The show allows for those retiring for the day to take time to reflect on the day’s experiences. Those whose day begins at this time will enjoy the calm pace and amazing insights from the POWER listeners. The discussions, curated by guest hosts, are nuanced and explore a myriad of matters affecting the country, continent and the diaspora with customised themes on Africa, the youth, societal issues and the arts.

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In his first 100 days as Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa acknowledges both progress and ongoing challenges in local governance. He emphasizes the need for enhanced service delivery, improved infrastructure, and stronger ties with traditional leaders. To gain further insights, we speak with King Bishop General Nthai Monnye Malatji Fisa, a presidential candidate, who shares his vision for cooperative governance and the vital role of traditional leadership in fostering community development and accountability.

In his first 100 days as Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa acknowledges both progress and ongoing challenges in local governance. He emphasizes the need for enhanced service delivery, improved infrastructure, and stronger ties with traditional leaders. To gain further insights, we speak with King Bishop General Nthai Monnye Malatji Fisa, a presidential candidate, who shares his vision for cooperative governance and the vital role of traditional leadership in fostering community development and accountability.

Velenkosini Hlabisa acknowledges both progress and ongoing challenges in local governance

In honour of International Mental Health Awareness Month, we delve into the experiences of those affected by mental health issues. Letlhogonolo Matome, co-founder of Phetolo Ya Bophelo, shares her journey raising a child with mental health challenges, highlighting the unique struggles and triumphs they face together. Meanwhile, Dr. Simanye Sam, a PhD holder in Chemistry and Mr. SA Semi-Finalist 2023, reflects on his upbringing with a parent battling mental health issues, revealing how it shaped his resilience and drive. Their stories offer valuable insights into the importance of understanding and support within families.

In honour of International Mental Health Awareness Month, we delve into the experiences of those affected by mental health issues. Letlhogonolo Matome, co-founder of Phetolo Ya Bophelo, shares her journey raising a child with mental health challenges, highlighting the unique struggles and triumphs they face together. Meanwhile, Dr. Simanye Sam, a PhD holder in Chemistry and Mr. SA Semi-Finalist 2023, reflects on his upbringing with a parent battling mental health issues, revealing how it shaped his resilience and drive. Their stories offer valuable insights into the importance of understanding and support within families.

International Mental Health Awareness Month

According to a South African Depression and Anxiety Group survey, 61% of people said they would quit their jobs if they could. Factors such as tight deadlines, interpersonal conflicts, staff management, toxic workplace dynamics, and the stress of handling work-related challenges all being key contributors to mental health challenges in the workplace. We speak to Clinical & Sports Psychologist, Dr. Keitumetse “Tumi” Mashego on how to differentiate between depression and burnout in the workplace. 

According to a South African Depression and Anxiety Group survey, 61% of people said they would quit their jobs if they could. Factors such as tight deadlines, interpersonal conflicts, staff management, toxic workplace dynamics, and the stress of handling work-related challenges all being key contributors to mental health challenges in the workplace. We speak to Clinical &amp; Sports Psychologist, Dr. Keitumetse “Tumi” Mashego on how to differentiate between depression and burnout in the workplace.

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