Capricorn Breakfast with Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita

Daily Digest | Why community activism is important now more than ever

Residents of multiple municipalities have taken to social media to express anger about various service delivery issues like water shortages, poor roads and street lights, and high unemployment rates. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Juliet Miyabo, the CEO and Founder of the Township Economic Development Community of South…

13 May 8 min

Breakfast Champion | South African Institute of Physics hosts free Matric Exam Preparation Workshop to help matriculants

To address the dropping performance in matric Physical Sciences in the country, the South African Institute of Physics is hosting a free Matric Exam Preparation Workshop to help bridge that gap. Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita talk to Dr Brian Masara, the CEO of South African Institute of Physics about…

8 May 5 min

Daily Digest | ConCourt rules South Africans can’t lose citizenship over dual nationality - what this means

The Constitutional Court has struck down Section 6(1)(a) of the South African Citizenship Act, which automatically stripped South Africans of their citizenship upon acquiring a second nationality. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Attorney and Social Commentator, Isaac Moselane about what this means.

7 May 5 min

Breakfast Masterclass | Dealing with a child that's a picky eater

Research shows the average parents spends around 67 hours per year “in negotiation” with their child, with the top battle being mealtime meltdowns over eating their vegetables. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Dietician, Khutso Maswanganyi about how parents can deal with a child that is a picky eater…

7 May 8 min

Daily Digest | How effective are lifestyle audits in rooting out corruption in government?

Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi said that lifestyle audits were currently underway in her department as part of efforts to root out corruption. Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita talk to Director at the Anti Corruption Trust, Sarah Motha about the effectiveness of lifestyle audits in rooting out corruption.

6 May 6 min

Daily Digest | Rising calls for accountability from podcasts

The rapid growth of podcasts has raised concerns about the lack of regulation of online audio content. A parliamentary committee says current broadcasting laws do not apply to platforms like podcasts, leaving a legal gap. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talks to Social Media Legal Expert, Lerato Ntwampe about these…

5 May 7 min

Daily Digest | Do we truly have more than one soulmate?

A new study shows that it's possible to have more than one soulmate in a lifetime. While some believe in one true soulmate, many others believe that soulmates can come in various forms throughout life, including romantic partners, friends, and family members. Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita talk to Relationship…

1 May 6 min

Breakfast Champion | Rebecca Mulondo empowers single mothers through her foundation, Vuwa Mufumakadzi

Our Breakfast Champion is the founder of Vuwa Mufumakadzi Foundation. Rebecca Mulondo from Ndzhelele started this foundation to empower single mothers who are unemployed and also depending in sassa grant by giving them skills to start their own business, finishing their studies , and equipping them for employment. Mpho Mashita…

1 May 5 min

Breakfast Masterclass | Is your boss making your life difficult because you said "No" to them? Here's what you can do

Many times we’ve heard people share stories about how they started getting victimised after telling a manager no – whether it was a romantic advance that they rejected or maybe they refused to do something a manager was asking them to do. Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita talk to Leadership…

30 Apr 7 min

DailyDigest | VAT increase - what happens when the debit order has already gone off

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has confirmed that the planned 0.5% increase in the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate, initially scheduled for May 1, 2025, will not proceed. But people have shared their experiences with debit orders that have already been set in motion and companies that sent them…

28 Apr 6 min

Breakfast Champion | Joseph Tau wants to better the relationship South African learners have with pure Mathematics

Joseph Tau is the first black man under 30 to write a pure Maths Textbook dedicated to Grade 7-11. His main aim is to teach learners Maths in a simple way that will leave a lasting impact. Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita talk to him about his passion with Mathematics…

24 Apr 5 min

Daily Digest | Creating a digital versions of yourself through AI - what you need to know

If you are thinking about creating your digital mini-me with the latest AI action figure trend – you might have to reconsider. Cybersecurity experts are sounding the alarm about potential data privacy breaches and the lasting implications of sharing personal information with third-party AI platforms. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise…

24 Apr 8 min

Daily Digest | Pope Francis dies

Pope Francis died on Monday (21 April 2025) aged 88, a day after making a much hoped-for appearance at Saint Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, the Vatican said in a statement. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Political Analyst and Lecturer, Leeto Briggar about the political implications of the…

22 Apr 7 min

Property Speaking | Is selling property seasonal?

Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita are joined by Broker and Owner of Remax, Phillip Schoeman to talk about the seasons in property. Is there ever a "bad time" to sell your property and what do you need to know before selling your property at a certain time of the year.

3 Apr 8 min

Breakfast Champion | Akani Hlungwane shares her advocacy as the new face of Polokwane 2025

There’s nothing more inspiring than seeing teenagers chase their dreams. Akani Hlungwani is a testament for this – at the age of 16, she has been crowned the Face of Polokwane 2025 and she joins Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita to talk about her advocacy for children who are affected…

3 Apr 6 min

Breakfast Masterclass | How to make your burial right wishes known to your loved ones

Many people hate talking about death especially when that death is their own. Planning for your own death seems far fetched - but there are questions you need to help your loved ones answer while you are still alive. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Mapula Sethosa an Attorney…

2 Apr 6 min

Daily Digest | #JusticeForCwecwe and why identities of abused minors need to be protected

Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of the Joburg CBD, Polokwane and other parts of South Africa to march for justice for the seven-year-old rape victim Cwecwe, a pupil at Bergview College in Eastern Cape. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Social Media Legal Consultant - Lerato Ntwampe…

2 Apr 7 min

Elevator Pitch | Matome makes sauces from his home grown vegetables

Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita give entrepreneurs a chance to learn how to speak to their potential investor. They talk to Matome Maponya- the founder Mawetse Poultry and Vegetables, they supply households with chicken and veggies in Polokwane & Lebowakgomo. After his pitch, Business Coach - Dr Lucas Moloi gives…

2 Apr 5 min

Lifestyle Friday | Nate Setwaba shares her experiences with making it to the Top 4 of Big Brother

Limpopo watched with pride as Nate Setwaba proved that your dreams are valid in the Big Brother House. She didn’t walk away with the R2million but her name was on everyone lips. She joins Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita to talk about her experiences in the house and whether or…

28 Mar 6 min

Property Speaking | Buying property when you're older- the pros and cons

The average first-time homebuyer is now older (aged 36) in comparison to a decade ago, with most homebuying activity taking place between the ages of 33-43 (39%), and this is according to stats. Broker and Owner of Remax, Phillip Schoeman talks to Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita about some of…