Koobeshen Naidoo talks Dr Desiree Ellis, the coach of Banyana Banyana. She was given an honorary doctorate by CPUT for her impact on women’s football. She joins the team to chat about the importance of appreciating sports. She has received multiple awards, including CAF Best Coach. You don’t want to miss this, listen in.

Koobeshen Naidoo talks Dr Desiree Ellis, the coach of Banyana Banyana. She was given an honorary doctorate by CPUT for her impact on women&rsquo;s football. She joins the team to chat about the importance of appreciating sports. She has received multiple awards, including CAF Best Coach. You don&rsquo;t want to miss this, listen in.

The Weekend Recharge is the Saturday morning breakfast show anchored by TV and theatre personality Samantha Darsen; actor and comedian Koobeshen Naidoo and Producer Amahle Mkhize. The team bring you plenty of laughter, quirkiness and fun facts, along with Jailoshini’s famous alter-ego “Aunty Rumba”.

The Weekend Recharge features a mix of unique comedy, relationship advice, quirky and motivational news stories from around the world, interviews and tons of humourous features. The Weekend Recharge is augmented with highly interactive features that incorporate general knowledge quizzes, word games, and call-in trivia challenges

 

The Weekend Recharge is the Saturday morning breakfast show anchored by TV and theatre personality Samantha Darsen; actor and comedian Koobeshen Naidoo and Producer Amahle Mkhize. The team bring you plenty of laughter, quirkiness and fun facts, along with Jailoshini&rsquo;s famous alter-ego &ldquo;Aunty Rumba&rdquo;.
The Weekend Recharge features a mix of unique comedy, relationship advice, quirky and motivational news stories from around the world, interviews and tons of humourous features. The Weekend Recharge is augmented with highly interactive features that incorporate general knowledge quizzes, word games, and call-in trivia challenges
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The Weekend Recharge

Dr Desiree Ellis  - 10 May 2025

Samantha Darsen and Koobeshen Naidoo chat to Asha Harkoo, a respected South African business leader and community advocate. With over 40 years of experience, Asha shares her journey, the significance of women’s leadership, and how we can all contribute to a more equitable future.

Samantha Darsen and Koobeshen Naidoo chat to Asha Harkoo, a respected South African business leader and community advocate. With over 40 years of experience, Asha shares her journey, the significance of women&rsquo;s leadership, and how we can all contribute to a more equitable future.

Women’s Power & Progress - 14 March 2026

Koobie takes us on a journey, back in time to share his very first job experience. From awkward moments to unexpected lessons, whether you are about to start your first job or just love a good laugh. Listen in, you won’t want to miss this. 

Koobie takes us on a journey, back in time to share his very first job experience. From awkward moments to unexpected lessons, whether you are about to start your first job or just love a good laugh. Listen in, you won&rsquo;t want to miss this.&nbsp;

The First Job Chronicles - 14 March 2026

Samantha Darsen and Koobeshen Naidoo chat to Zainub Priya Dala, a talented author, screenwriter, and poet, about the magic of storytelling, the power of words, starting new chapters and the power of your own voice. 

 

Samantha Darsen and Koobeshen Naidoo chat to Zainub Priya Dala, a talented author, screenwriter, and poet, about the magic of storytelling, the power of words, starting new chapters and the power of your own voice.&nbsp;
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Dr Desiree Ellis - 10 May 2025

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