Talk @ 7
Talk @ 7
A cutting edge two hour Talk Show exploring and discussing topical and trending issues. A strong emphasis on various social, economic and community driven issues. Broadcast Monday to Thursday Time: 19.00 to 21.00 Host : Zakia Ahmed SiddiqiSocial links:
In conversation with veteran journalist, Subry Govender
For more than four decades, Subry Govender used journalism not merely as a profession, but as a weapon against injustice. He worked during some of the darkest years of apartheid South Africa - the 1970s, the 1980s and the early 1990s - when telling the truth came at a heavy personal cost. He was de…
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Choir, Sports, Stage and Distinctions: Moses Xaba’s rise at Reddam House
Another impressive story belongs to Moses Xaba from Reddam House Umhlanga, who joined the school in Grade 10 from the Drakensberg and made a remarkable academic turnaround while immersing himself in school life. A choir tour to Carnegie Hall in 2024, participation in rugby and soccer, and lead role…
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Distinctions to Advocacy: Holy Rosary's Aathika Khan bags 4 distinctions
In an era where digital headlines often flicker and fade, Aathika Khan, a standout graduate of Holy Rosary’s Class of 2025, has used her final matric art portfolio to freeze time, forcing the viewer to look - truly look - at the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Achieving a staggering 91% for Visual Art…
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Triple Triumph: Reddam House friends achieve a combined 24 distinctions
Reddam House Umhlanga set the bar high by achieving an average aggregate of 75.53%. A total of 264 distinctions were secured across the cohort, with an outstanding 75% of candidates gaining an A or B aggregate, showcasing their academic consistency. Seven standout scholars from Reddam House earned …
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Eight distinctions for St Benedict’s top achiever and innovator - Pundit Forka
Innovation and academic excellence converge in Pundit Forka's Class of 2025 story. The St Benedicts School in Gauteng learner scooped eight distinctions - including 95% in both Maths and IT, 94% in FSM Calculus, 90% in Science, 89% in English, 87% in Life Sciences, 86% in Afrikaans, and 79% in FSM …
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IEB Excellence: Reddam House Ballito's Samishka Govender scoops 7 distinctions
Inspired Education Group’s two KwaZulu-Natal institutions, Reddam House Ballito and Reddam House Umhlanga, have once again delivered exceptional results within the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) framework. Across both schools, last year’s pupils achieved an aggregate average score of 75.46%, …
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Less Conflict, Better Conversations in 2026 with Mohammed Uzair Bhamjee
From stress at work to pressures at home, men often carry heavy burdens, sometimes silently, that can ripple into their relationships. We speak to Mohammed Uzair Bhamjee, a counselling psychologist, about practical ways men and couples can communicate better, handle conflicts before they escalate, …
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2026 Predictions with Astrologist Nikhil Gulati
Renowned International Vedic Astrologist, Nikhil Gulati, joined Shaastra Nagesar on Talk@7 to dive into predictions for 2026. They discussed global predictions as well as the significant astrological events due to take place in 2026. Nikhil also shared predictions for each of the 12 Zodiac signs.
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Breathe, Balance, Become: The Transformative Power of Yoga
Yoga is an ancient practice that originated in India over five thousand years ago and has since become a global approach to health and well-being. Tonight, we discuss the benefits of the age-old practice with Reggie Maistry, Ramy Naidoo and Jay Moodley. (Produced by: Taliesha Naidoo)
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Faith, Safety & Accountability: Unpacking the Verulam Temple Tragedy
What began as an ordinary day turned into devastation when the River Range Ranch temple structure collapsed, claiming lives, injuring worshippers, and leaving families, first responders and an entire community grappling with shock, grief and unanswered questions. The collapse claimed five lives, wh…
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