In African tradition, ukukotiza is an "induction period" into the world of marriage and its responsibilities, while the new bride gets acquainted with her in-laws where umakoti performs "bridal duties" that are domestic in nature.

However, in the new roles that men and women occupy currently, such advice might not be applicable or practical (and might even be sexist). 

In this conversation, we talk about the role and responsibilities of umakoti in a family with founder of the Makoti Bootcamp, Londiwe Shezi, which is meant to equip brides with necessary life skills to help them be better makotis.

In African tradition, ukukotiza is an "induction period" into the world of marriage and its responsibilities, while the new bride gets acquainted with her in-laws where umakoti performs "bridal duties" that are domestic in nature.
However, in the new roles that men and women occupy currently, such advice might not be applicable or practical (and might even be sexist). 
In this conversation, we talk about the role and responsibilities of umakoti in a family with founder of the Makoti Bootcamp, Londiwe Shezi, which is meant to equip brides with necessary life skills to help them be better makotis.

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POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day&rsquo;s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

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Culture Corner: The role of uMakoti in a family

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has sounded the alarm regarding what it characterizes as a blatant misuse of public funds, highlighting a staggering financial drain on the state. Recent data released by the Commission reveals that the South African government spends approximately R800 million annually on salaries for public servants who are currently under suspension. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Lebogang Ramafoko - Executive Director at Corruption Watch, Michael Bagraim - Labour Expert and Commissioner Anele Gxoyiya- Public Service Commission.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has sounded the alarm regarding what it characterizes as a blatant misuse of public funds, highlighting a staggering financial drain on the state. Recent data released by the Commission reveals that the South African government spends approximately R800 million annually on salaries for public servants who are currently under suspension. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Lebogang Ramafoko - Executive Director at Corruption Watch, Michael Bagraim - Labour Expert and Commissioner Anele Gxoyiya- Public Service Commission.

Government spends R800m a year on suspended officials

The rapid evolution of technology has brought about a parallel increase in the risks associated with large-scale data collection. If these vulnerabilities are not addressed with a sense of urgency, the resulting fallout could lead to severe reputational damage for major organizations. More alarmingly, it poses an even greater threat to ordinary citizens, whose sensitive personal information is becoming increasingly distributed and stored across a wide variety of digital platforms. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Muvhango Livhusha – Vice President Information System Audit and Control Association (Isaca) South Africa Chapter

The rapid evolution of technology has brought about a parallel increase in the risks associated with large-scale data collection. If these vulnerabilities are not addressed with a sense of urgency, the resulting fallout could lead to severe reputational damage for major organizations. More alarmingly, it poses an even greater threat to ordinary citizens, whose sensitive personal information is becoming increasingly distributed and stored across a wide variety of digital platforms. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Muvhango Livhusha &ndash; Vice President Information System Audit and Control Association (Isaca) South Africa Chapter

Data Sovereignty - The Battle for South Africa’s Digital Borders and the Safety of its Citizens

This week marked a significant milestone for the pan-African reparations movement as the Pan-African Progressive Front (PPF), the Université Populaire Africaine en Suisse (UPAF), and the Ligue Panafricaine–UMOJA (LP-U) concluded the Geneva Forum on Reparative Justice & Colonial Accountability. The event culminated in two major developments: the formal launch of the PPF-D Justice Taskforce and the unanimous adoption of the Geneva Declaration on Reparative Justice. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Princess Yanney - Secretariat of the Pan African Progressive Front (PPF), as Head of their Public Affairs Directorate.

This week marked a significant milestone for the pan-African reparations movement as the Pan-African Progressive Front (PPF), the Universit&eacute; Populaire Africaine en Suisse (UPAF), and the Ligue Panafricaine&ndash;UMOJA (LP-U) concluded the Geneva Forum on Reparative Justice &amp; Colonial Accountability. The event culminated in two major developments: the formal launch of the PPF-D Justice Taskforce and the unanimous adoption of the Geneva Declaration on Reparative Justice. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Princess Yanney - Secretariat of the Pan African Progressive Front (PPF), as Head of their Public Affairs Directorate.

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