Zimbabwe has approved a bill that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa (83) to extend his stay in power until at least 2030. Mnangagwa was due to leave office in 2028 after completing two five-year terms, but the proposed legislation would amend the Constitution to extend the presidential term from five to seven years. We speak to Zimbabwean lawyer and  journalist, Takudzwa Hillary Chiwanza. 

Zimbabwe has approved a bill that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa (83) to extend his stay in power until at least 2030. Mnangagwa was due to leave office in 2028 after completing two five-year terms, but the proposed legislation would amend the Constitution to extend the presidential term from five to seven years. We speak to Zimbabwean lawyer and&nbsp; journalist, Takudzwa Hillary Chiwanza.&nbsp;

Constitutional Coup: Zimbabwe's cabinet has approved amendments that would allow President Mnangagwa to extend his term in office.

We are in conversation with Tembisa Theater Founder, Director, actor, and producer , Mxolisi Masilela who has dedicated his life to telling and preserving stories told and produced in Tembisa. He speaks to us about Tembisa Theatre Week and how this programme is designed to train, educate, preserve, honour, and celebrate the incredible theatre-makers and dance choreographers who have emerged from the township. 

We are in conversation with Tembisa Theater Founder, Director, actor, and producer&nbsp;,&nbsp;Mxolisi Masilela who has dedicated his life to telling and preserving stories told and produced in Tembisa. He speaks to us about Tembisa Theatre Week and how this programme is designed to train, educate, preserve, honour, and celebrate the incredible theatre-makers and dance choreographers who have emerged from the township.&nbsp;

Feel Good: Tembisa Theater Week 

Public sector unions are mobilising for nationwide protests against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS). This follows a decision to hike membership contributions by 9.8% this year, with a minor adjustment to 9.5% slated for April. Federations, including Cosatu, Saftu, and Fedusa, believe the scheme has abandoned its mandate of affordability. In 2025 GEMS implemented an increase of 13.4%, we speak to Isaiah Rangata, Organizing and Marketing Officer from PSA North West Provincial Office.

Public sector unions are mobilising for nationwide protests against the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS). This follows a decision to hike membership contributions by 9.8% this year, with a minor adjustment to 9.5% slated for April.&nbsp;Federations, including Cosatu, Saftu, and Fedusa, believe the scheme has abandoned its mandate of affordability. In 2025 GEMS implemented an increase of 13.4%, we speak to Isaiah Rangata, Organizing and Marketing Officer from PSA North West Provincial Office.

Public sector unions mobilise against GEMS over 9.8% hike

We are in conversation with Youtuber and Sports Commentator,  Babsie Kutwana starting off with the Nedbank Cup R16 - Fixtures and kick-off times. Babsie will also speak to us about the  United Rugby Championship

We are in conversation with Youtuber and Sports Commentator,&nbsp; Babsie Kutwana starting off with the Nedbank Cup R16 - Fixtures and kick-off times. Babsie will also speak to us about the&nbsp;&nbsp;United Rugby Championship

 Sports Wrap with Babsie Kutwana

Children of the ’80s and ’90s remember the glow of arcade screens, the click of controllers, and the thrill of finally beating that impossible level. Those were the generations that didn’t just play games but they built the foundation for the global gaming culture we see today. For Thabo Tsolo, it all started with those after-school gaming sessions. Playing on his mom’s phone was fun, but everything changed the day he got his first PlayStation. Like so many kids of his generation, he spent hours immersed in virtual worlds not knowing that one day, he’d be creating worlds of his own. We speak to Thabo about his career as a Game designer and storyteller.

Children of the &rsquo;80s and &rsquo;90s remember the glow of arcade screens, the click of controllers, and the thrill of finally beating that impossible level. Those were the generations that didn&rsquo;t just play games but they built the foundation for the global gaming culture we see today.&nbsp;For Thabo Tsolo, it all started with those after-school gaming sessions. Playing on his mom&rsquo;s phone was fun, but everything changed the day he got his first PlayStation. Like so many kids of his generation, he spent hours immersed in virtual worlds not knowing that one day, he&rsquo;d be creating worlds of his own. We speak to Thabo about his career as a Game designer and storyteller.

Creative Spotlight - Thabo Tsolo

When her parents named her Naledi, it was almost like a prophecy over her life, that she needed to be a ‘star’. and her journey to stardom started at the age of 17 when she received her “first big break” in the entertainment industry by playing the lead role of Rosa in the SABC short educational film The Lilies. She joins us in studio to speak about her musical career, new music and what we can expect from her for the year 2026.

When her parents named her Naledi, it was almost like a prophecy over her life, that she needed to be a &lsquo;star&rsquo;. and her journey to stardom started at the age of 17 when she received her &ldquo;first big break&rdquo; in the entertainment industry by playing the lead role of Rosa in the SABC short educational film The Lilies. She joins us in studio to speak about her musical career, new music and what we can expect from her for the year 2026.

Hanging out with Naledi Boltina

International Mother Language Day reminds us that language is more than communication.  It is an identity, culture, and belonging. For children especially, learning in their mother tongue builds confidence, strengthens comprehension, and improves long-term academic outcomes. We speak to the founder of Limu Lab,  Sphumelele Sibeko about how children can learn and love their mother tongues through Tech. 

International Mother Language Day reminds us that language is more than communication.&nbsp; It is an identity, culture, and belonging. For children especially, learning in their mother tongue builds confidence, strengthens comprehension, and improves long-term academic outcomes. We speak to the founder of Limu Lab,&nbsp; Sphumelele Sibeko about how children can learn and love their mother tongues through Tech.&nbsp;

International Mother Language Day: Limu - An EdTech Startup Rooted in Language, Storytelling, and Inclusive Education

 A vocalist, songwriter, composer, poet, and recording artist, Fundama approaches her craft with depth and intention. Each creative role informs the next, enabling her to shape not only melodies but meaningful narratives rooted in identity, history, and emotional truth. She joins us in studio to speak about her musical career.

&nbsp;A vocalist, songwriter, composer, poet, and recording artist, Fundama approaches her craft with depth and intention. Each creative role informs the next, enabling her to shape not only melodies but meaningful narratives rooted in identity, history, and emotional truth. She joins us in studio to speak about her musical career.

Hanging out with Nokuthula Fundama

We are in conversation with Relationship and Life Coach, Trevor Kamoto as we help this week's di passanger nthuseng with our lived experiences.

We are in conversation with&nbsp;Relationship and Life Coach, Trevor Kamoto as we help this week's di passanger nthuseng with our lived experiences.

Di passenger nthuseng

There are times in relationships when being silent is acceptable and can even be seen as productive. For example when a couple, or even just one partner, may take a thoughtful timeout from a heated argument to cool off or gather their thoughts. But what distinguishes this silence from the silent treatment is that the timeout is mindful and there is an assumption or agreement that they will revisit the topic again later. We are in conversation with Inspirational Speaker,  Relationship and Life Coach, Trevor Kamoto as we take a look at how the silent treatment impacts intimacy and trust in a relationship. 

There are times in relationships when being silent is acceptable and can even be seen as productive. For example when a couple, or even just one partner, may take a thoughtful timeout from a heated argument to cool off or gather their thoughts. But what distinguishes this silence from the silent treatment is that the timeout is mindful and there is an assumption or agreement that they will revisit the topic again later. We are in conversation with Inspirational Speaker,&nbsp; Relationship and Life Coach, Trevor Kamoto as we take a look at how the silent treatment impacts intimacy and trust in a relationship.&nbsp;

Relationship Traumas: the silent partner in the relationship.

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