World View with Adam Gilchrist: The Iran war oil issue

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about major global stories making headlines. The conversation begins with concerns over global oil prices linked to tensions involving Iran, as governments including members of the Group of Seven consider short-term measures such as releasing strategic reserv…

Celebrating African storytelling at the Ungasali Annual Storytelling Festival

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Dr Jane Mufamadi, CEO of Freedom Park, about the upcoming Ungasali Annual Storytelling Festival taking place at the South African State Theatre in Tshwane. Now in its 13th year, the festival celebrates the rich tradition of African oral storytelling and its role in preservi…

What’s Gone Viral with Khabazela : Lets do dinner

Bongani Bingwa speaks to  Khabazela, about the latest stories trending online and the conversations they’re sparking. The first story looks at a social media debate about what couples expect when they go out for dinner together. Should a dinner date be about meaningful conversation and engagement, …

Mysterious sulphur smell raises air quality concerns in Johannesburg

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Prof Rebecca Garland, an atmospheric scientist at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, about the strange sulphur-like smell that many Johannesburg residents have noticed in the air over the past few days. Described by many as a “rotten egg” odour, the smell i…

Crackdown on corruption at South Africa’s ports of entry

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Dr Michael Masiapato, Commissioner of the Border Management Authority, about efforts to clamp down on corruption among officials at South Africa’s ports of entry. The authority says more than 50 officials have already been dismissed for corruption, with dozens more facing d…

The World view with Vicki Turner: The aftermath of what Hegseth called the most intense day of strikes on Iran 

Bongani Bingwa is joined by Vicki Turner to unpack major global stories making headlines. The discussion begins with the aftermath of one of the most intense days of US strikes on Iran, with Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth saying the United States is “winning” its campaign, while decisions about the…

Buhlebendalo brings soul, spirit and sisterhood to the HER live music series

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Buhlebendalo, the acclaimed South African singer and songwriter, about her upcoming performance at The Untitled Basement as part of the HER live music series. Known for her rich contralto voice and deeply spiritual sound, Buhlebendalo’s music blends storytelling, healing, a…

How AI and new skills are shaping the future of work

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Seamus Clancy, Public Sector Head at LinkedIn for Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. With more than a billion users worldwide and around eight people hired on the platform every minute, LinkedIn offers a powerful window into how the global workforce is changing. Dr…

What's gone viral with Khabazela: A conditional apology

Bongani Bingwa is joined by Khabazela for a look at what’s trending online. The conversation starts with the idea of a “conditional apology” and what a genuine apology should look like. Listeners weigh in on whether they have ever rejected an apology and why sincerity and accountability matter. The…

Global tensions and South Africa’s fragile economic outlook 

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Steve Gruzd from the South African Institute of International Affairs about how rising global conflict could affect South Africa’s already fragile economic recovery. The country’s economy grew by just 0.4% in the final quarter of 2025, a slight improvement from 0.3% in the …