Lerato Mbele speaks to Cultural Worker, Menzi Maseko about Egyptology. The ancient Egyptian writing system, hieroglyphics, has played a pivotal role in shaping modern writing systems and contributing to the field of linguistics. The contributions of ancient Egyptians to mathematics, exemplified by their adept use of geometry in construction and surveying, has also left a lasting impact on the trajectory of modern mathematics and science.

Lerato Mbele speaks to Cultural Worker, Menzi Maseko about Egyptology. The ancient Egyptian writing system, hieroglyphics, has played a pivotal role in shaping modern writing systems and contributing to the field of linguistics. The contributions of ancient Egyptians to mathematics, exemplified by their adept use of geometry in construction and surveying, has also left a lasting impact on the trajectory of modern mathematics and science.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

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Culture Corner: Egyptology

Voting was under way in Namibia in what could be the most competitive election since independence from white-ruled South Africa 34 years ago. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is seeking to become the country's first female president. Lerato Mbele was in conversation with former Director of The Namibian Economic Policy Research Unit & Senior Advisor at the Nordic Africa Institute - Professor Henning Melber and Journalist at The Windhoek Observer – Ester Mbathera. 

Voting was under way in Namibia in what could be the most competitive election since independence from white-ruled South Africa 34 years ago. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is seeking to become the country's first female president. Lerato Mbele was in conversation with former Director of The Namibian Economic Policy Research Unit &amp; Senior Advisor at the Nordic Africa Institute - Professor Henning Melber and Journalist at The Windhoek Observer – Ester Mbathera.

Namibia’s Fiercely Contested Elections

The Tshwane Economic Development Agency is a municipal entity that seeks to cultivate an environment within which the City of Tshwane (CoT) can grow its human capital and the economy to position the CoT as a globally competitive Capital City. The city is a favoured location for multinational companies investing in South Africa. It has been the destination of choice for a majority of investments in these sectors. Lerato Mbele spoke to the chief executive officer of the agency, Dr. Lardo Stander.

The Tshwane Economic Development Agency is a municipal entity that seeks to cultivate an environment within which the City of Tshwane (CoT) can grow its human capital and the economy to position the CoT as a globally competitive Capital City. The city is a favoured location for multinational companies investing in South Africa. It has been the destination of choice for a majority of investments in these sectors. Lerato Mbele spoke to the chief executive officer of the agency, Dr. Lardo Stander.

Leadership Dialogue: Tshwane Economic Development Agency

For the past 17 years, Malcolm Cavie and his team have been actively engaged in buying and selling vehicles and properties, navigating the challenges posed by geographic constraints. Through this experience, they encountered the common issues of undisclosed defects and misrepresentations from sellers, which often left buyers at risk. Recognizing a significant gap in the market, Malcolm Cavie, a professional with qualifications in quality standards and inspections, launched View4You to address these concerns.

For the past 17 years, Malcolm Cavie and his team have been actively engaged in buying and selling vehicles and properties, navigating the challenges posed by geographic constraints. Through this experience, they encountered the common issues of undisclosed defects and misrepresentations from sellers, which often left buyers at risk. Recognizing a significant gap in the market, Malcolm Cavie, a professional with qualifications in quality standards and inspections, launched View4You to address these concerns.

Culture Corner: Egyptology

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