



Discussing businesses and building purpose-driven platforms
Side hustles are becoming increasingly important in the country, and on Talk@7, we are shifting the focus to businesses and building purpose-driven platforms. We’ll explore the reality of starting small, balancing risk, wearing multiple hats, and building something from the ground up. The big ques…

Commemorating International Wellness Day
We are marking International Wellness Day. It is a reminder for all of us to slow down, check in with ourselves, and focus on living healthier, more balanced lives. However, with busy schedules, stress, and everything else that life throws at us, this tends to take a back seat. We are bringing two…

Food insecurity in South Africa
On Talk@7, we turn our attention to an issue that is becoming harder to ignore in homes, communities, and at the checkout counter - food insecurity in South Africa, intensified by the rising cost of fuel. We’ll explore how we can respond to this reality in a way that is practical, sustainable, and …

Raising awareness about Parkinson’s Disease
The world marked World Parkinson’s Day on 11 April. It is a global moment dedicated to raising awareness about Parkinson’s Disease, which is a progressive neurological condition that affects movement, speech, and quality of life for millions of people and their families. Beyond the statistics and m…

Commemorating Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on one of the most urgent and deeply personal issues affecting our society: gender-based violence. Behind every statistic is a human story, and behind every survivor is strength, resilience, and a journey that deserves to be heard.…

Navigating misinformation and dealing with an unpredictable world
The world right now feels more unpredictable than ever. We are constantly bombarded with information from breaking news alerts to viral social media posts and it’s becoming harder to tell what’s real, what’s misleading, and what’s completely false. Misinformation can often blur the lines between fa…

Autism awareness and acceptance
April is Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, a time to move beyond awareness and truly embrace inclusion. It’s a global initiative dedicated to educating the public, breaking down stigma, and creating a more understanding world for autistic individuals. According to the World Health Organisation…

Managing April’s fuel price hikes
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has confirmed April’s fuel price hikes, with petrol up by R3.06 per litre and diesel rising by up to R7.51. Illuminating paraffin has also seen a record increase of R11.67 per litre. While a temporary R3 cut to the fuel levy has been introduced to ease…

Talk@7 2 April
Discussing Easter safety with Dhevan Govindasamy, the tactical and reaction unit manager at PT Alarms Tactical, spokesperson for Durban Metro Police, Boysie Zungu and Kevin Pillay, the chairperson of the Malvern Community Police Forum. Producer: Bianca Lalbahadur

Medical Aid vs Medical Insurance vs Gap Cover with Tasleem Shaik
We unpack one of the most misunderstood - and often overlooked - areas of personal finance: the difference between medical aid and medical insurance… and why gap cover is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. We are joined by a woman who has spent over two decades helping families, professionals, a…