Onezwa Mbola, content creator, food and lifestyle framer as well as recipe developer known for her unique approach to cooking with foraged and farmed ingredients, has recently called out fellow creator Nara Smith. Nara, beloved across platforms for her aesthetic cooking content, was accused by Onezwa of copying her video ideas.

In a heartfelt TikTok video, Onezwa tearfully announced that she would be taking a break from the platform, citing the appropriation of her boba tea recipe by Nara in her latest vlog. This video of Onezwa's accusations has been widely reshared, sparking a conversation about originality and credit in the content creation community.

Onezwa Mbola joins us on the line

Onezwa Mbola, content creator, food and lifestyle framer as well as recipe developer known for her unique approach to cooking with foraged and farmed ingredients, has recently called out fellow creator Nara Smith. Nara, beloved across platforms for her aesthetic cooking content, was accused by Onezwa of copying her video ideas.
In a heartfelt TikTok video, Onezwa tearfully announced that she would be taking a break from the platform, citing the appropriation of her boba tea recipe by Nara in her latest vlog. This video of Onezwa's accusations has been widely reshared, sparking a conversation about originality and credit in the content creation community.
Onezwa Mbola joins us on the line

Serious and topical issues on continent, breaking stories.

Serious and topical issues on continent, breaking stories.

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SPOTLIGHT MONDAY: The grey area between “inspired by” and “plagiarism”, where do we draw the line?

It seems impossible to scroll through social media without bumping into someone jumping into a tub filled with water and ice while raving about the life-changing benefits of cold therapy.

In recent years, the practice of using ice bathtubs has surged in popularity, becoming a notable trend among athletes, wellness enthusiasts, and those seeking innovative ways to enhance their health and recovery routines.

An organisation providing that is Namaskar, a wellness hub which offers a range of alternative, Orthopaedic and Therapeutic disciplines with a holistic overview. To further unpack we spoke to by Howard Burger, co-founder of Namaskar Wellness Hub.

It seems impossible to scroll through social media without bumping into someone jumping into a tub filled with water and ice while raving about the life-changing benefits of cold therapy.
In recent years, the practice of using ice bathtubs has surged in popularity, becoming a notable trend among athletes, wellness enthusiasts, and those seeking innovative ways to enhance their health and recovery routines.
An organisation providing that is Namaskar, a wellness hub which offers a range of alternative, Orthopaedic and Therapeutic disciplines with a holistic overview. To further unpack we spoke to by Howard Burger, co-founder of Namaskar Wellness Hub.

WHINE DOWN WEDNESAY: The science behind the trending ice bathtubs

Experts warn of a potential food shortage in South Africa due to increased water supply interruptions and unforeseen power cuts caused by deteriorating municipal electricity distribution infrastructure.



The persistent water cuts have cast a shadow over the agriculture sector, exacerbating concerns about food scarcity, driving up prices and limiting access to essential staples for many households. These water shortages severely impact farmers, hindering their ability to irrigate crops and sustain livestock. We spoke to Wiaan Smit, Chief Executive Officer of Al Mabroor. 

Experts warn of a potential food shortage in South Africa due to increased water supply interruptions and unforeseen power cuts caused by deteriorating municipal electricity distribution infrastructure.
 
The persistent water cuts have cast a shadow over the agriculture sector, exacerbating concerns about food scarcity, driving up prices and limiting access to essential staples for many households. These water shortages severely impact farmers, hindering their ability to irrigate crops and sustain livestock. We spoke to Wiaan Smit, Chief Executive Officer of Al Mabroor.

Finding sustainable solutions to manage water resources and support the agricultural sector

World Drug Awareness Day, observed annually on June 26th, is a crucial global event dedicated to raising awareness about the severe impact of drug abuse and trafficking.

This day, also known as International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, aims to educate communities, support victims, and promote effective measures to combat drug-related issues.

The continent faces a growing crisis as both the consumption of illicit drugs and the activities of drug trafficking networks intensify. Countries in West and East Africa, in particular, have emerged as critical transit hubs for cocaine and heroin, exacerbating local addiction problems and fueling violence and corruption.

We spoke to Sadiki Kamara, founder and CEO of House of Happiness Sierra Leone, a charitable organization leading the fight against Kush after the country’s President Julius Maada Bio announced the national emergency, deploring what he said were “the destructive consequences of kush “ also spoke to Gibson Kistan, CEO of Tranquillity Home Rehabilitation Clinic and Andy Mashaile, Former Interpol Security Expert. 

World Drug Awareness Day, observed annually on June 26th, is a crucial global event dedicated to raising awareness about the severe impact of drug abuse and trafficking.
This day, also known as International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, aims to educate communities, support victims, and promote effective measures to combat drug-related issues.
The continent faces a growing crisis as both the consumption of illicit drugs and the activities of drug trafficking networks intensify. Countries in West and East Africa, in particular, have emerged as critical transit hubs for cocaine and heroin, exacerbating local addiction problems and fueling violence and corruption.
We spoke to Sadiki Kamara, founder and CEO of House of Happiness Sierra Leone, a charitable organization leading the fight against Kush after the country’s President Julius Maada Bio announced the national emergency, deploring what he said were “the destructive consequences of kush “ also spoke to Gibson Kistan, CEO of Tranquillity Home Rehabilitation Clinic and Andy Mashaile, Former Interpol Security Expert.

SPOTLIGHT MONDAY: The grey area between “inspired by” and “plagiarism”, where do we draw the line?

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