



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 …

The Africa Report: Focus on literacy in the classroom
Bongani Bingwa speaks to Dr Nompumelelo Mohohlwane, Director of the Reading Directorate at the National department of basic education, as the Africa Report turns its focus to early literacy in the classroom. Early literacy skills are a strong predictor of future reading achievement and overall scho…

Black Sheep Thinking featuring the Fosbury Flop
Bongani Bingwa shares this week’s Black Sheep Thinking feature powered by Camissa Asset Management, highlighting how unconventional ideas can transform the world. For decades, high jumpers used traditional techniques like the scissors or straddle, and progress had plateaued. Then Dick Fosbury tried…

Gregory Maqoma returns to the stage with ‘Genesis’, a fusion of dance, music and poetry
Bongani Bingwa speaks to Gregory Maqoma, one of South Africa’s most celebrated choreographers, about his new production Genesis. This bold dance opera blends movement, live music, and poetry to explore themes of creation, transformation, and the cycle of existence. Premiering in Cape Town, the show…

World View with Vicki Turner: New F1 regulations under fire with Verstappen leading the charge
Bongani Bingwa speaks to Vicki Turner for a roundup of global stories making headlines. They discuss the backlash against Formula One’s planned 2026 car regulations, with reigning champion Max Verstappen among drivers criticising the changes, prompting a response from F1 chief Stefano Domenicali. T…

Durban chef Suhael Raghunath bids farewell to MasterChef SA after bold soufflé attempt
Bongani Bingwa speaks to Suhael Raghunath, a Durban-based chef and the latest contestant eliminated from MasterChef South Africa. His ambitious goat cheese soufflé in the latest episode failed to impress the judges, bringing his time on the competition to an end. Known for his sharp knife skills, p…