Ashok Ramchander, the dynamic and passionate performer took his last breath in April of 2016. Varshan Sookhun paid special tribute to Ashok’s rich musical & cultural contribution. He was joined by Rajen Ramchander, Ashok’s younger brother, to remember the legendary performer.

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Ashok Ramchander Tribute

In this episode, Letlhokwa George Mpedi, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg, discusses his book From Predator to Prey: Leadership Lessons from the Wild and Beyond. Drawing inspiration from the Kruger National Park, he shares how lessons from nature and wildlife can shape values-based, resilient, and purpose-driven leadership.

In this episode, Letlhokwa George Mpedi, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg, discusses his book From Predator to Prey: Leadership Lessons from the Wild and Beyond. Drawing inspiration from the Kruger National Park, he shares how lessons from nature and wildlife can shape values-based, resilient, and purpose-driven leadership.

Leading with Instinct: Wisdom from the Wild - 27 February 2026

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad South Africa will host the National Hindu Conference 2026 in Pretoria, bringing together scholars, community leaders, youth representatives and professionals to discuss Hindu heritage alongside key national challenges such as unemployment, poverty and social wellbeing. In this episode, Pravesh Hurdeen Singh shares insights into the organisation’s mission and the broader significance of the conference within South Africa’s multicultural society.

The Vishwa Hindu Parishad South Africa will host the National Hindu Conference 2026 in Pretoria, bringing together scholars, community leaders, youth representatives and professionals to discuss Hindu heritage alongside key national challenges such as unemployment, poverty and social wellbeing. In this episode, Pravesh Hurdeen Singh shares insights into the organisation&rsquo;s mission and the broader significance of the conference within South Africa&rsquo;s multicultural society.

Bridging Heritage and Humanity: Inside the National Hindu Conference 2026 - 26 February 2026

We chat to Brenda Sakellrides, Artistic Director of the National School of the Arts, about the school’s upcoming Open Day and its role in nurturing young creative talent across Dance, Drama, Music, and Visual Art.

The conversation also explores the 2026 first-term theme, “Origi-Nation,” celebrating South Africa’s spirit of innovation, and highlights why arts education remains vital in developing creativity, resilience, and critical thinking in today’s youth.

We chat to Brenda Sakellrides, Artistic Director of the National School of the Arts, about the school&rsquo;s upcoming Open Day and its role in nurturing young creative talent across Dance, Drama, Music, and Visual Art.
The conversation also explores the 2026 first-term theme, &ldquo;Origi-Nation,&rdquo; celebrating South Africa&rsquo;s spirit of innovation, and highlights why arts education remains vital in developing creativity, resilience, and critical thinking in today&rsquo;s youth.

Ashok Ramchander Tribute

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