Mid-Morning Magic
Mid-Morning Magic with Yolanda Maartens, weekdays, 09:00 - 12:00
#WorldCancerDay - Working with families whose kids have been diagnosed with cancer
Social worker at the Childhood Cancer Foundation of SA (CHOC) based at the Universitas Academic Hospital in Bloemfontein, Maria Mtonxa tells us about her work at the pediatric oncology unit and what it is like working with the families whose children are fighting cancer. For more info on the CHOC…
#WorldCancerDay - Get ready for Flip Flop Day with CHOC
At any one time CHOC can have over 1500 children and teenagers in their care, whilst offering psychosocial support to over 1500 families. As an NPO, it is essential that CHOC receive and sustain the funds to support these courageous children and teenagers, so that they can keep on fighting…
Get It Bloemfontein - FEB 21 - Meet Salome Reizis who talks about the loves in her life
We catch up with the beautiful Salome Reizis on the cover of the Get It Bloemfontein February edition. She shares some of her biggest loves with us. One being her two dog-children, Reizis square, creative thinking and classic cars. Get your copy on news stands across Bloemfontein today or online…
Get It Bloemfontein - DEC 2020 - Meet the family behind the great food at Avanti
It was a match made in culinary heaven when two teen waiters met while working at a restaurant in Zastron Street. Today, the high school sweethearts Louise and Ezio Panelatti, have built together what can be considered a household name in local dining, Avanti Restaurant. With a shared love for…
#OFMKinderhoekie - Die regte wêreld van wolwe
Die week in die OFM Kinderhoekie het ons met skrywer Fanie Viljoen gesels oor sy nuwe reeks stories Wêreld van Wolwe. 'n Mede-skrywer in die bedryf, Belinda Bras-Nel het 4 wolwe wat by haar woon. Sy vertel hoekom ons meer moet weet hoor die ongelooflike diere, hoe sy na hulle…
#OFMKinderhoekie - Skrywer Fanie Viljoen gesels oor die inperking, toekennings en wolwe - Deel 2
In deel twee van my gesprek met skrywer Fanie Viljoen vertel hy van sy nuwe reeks: Wereld van Wolwe. Wat kan ons verwag, wie is van die karakters en hoekom sal die jong lesers dit so geniet.
#OFMKinderhoekie - Skrywer Fanie Viljoen gesels oor die inperking, toekennings en wolwe
Bekroonde skrywer Fanie Viljoen kuier in die #OFMKinderhoekie en gesels oor die inperking, kreatiwiteit, twee toekennings wat hy die jaar ontvang het, sy nuwe reeks "Wereld van Wolwe" en 'n boek wat hy pas begin skryf het wat niemand nog van weet nie. Hier is deel 1 van die gesprek.
#CasualDay - Let's support people with disabilities in SA
We are getting ready for Casual Day taking place on the 3rd of Dec 2020. You can purchase an actual sticker or a digital sticker for R20 which enables you to dress up and support their theme "Side by side for equality". I chat to Charmaine van Niekerk from the…
#OFMKidsCorner - Nali Bali promotes reading across South Africa
Patricia Sebelego is a Literacy Mentor for Nali Bali in the Northern Cape and talks to us about the state of literacy in South Africa. We also find out what is at the heart of Nali Bali? She also shares insights regarding their current project in the Northern Cape, explains…
What is in the October edition of your Get It BFN e-mag?
I chat to Noma Mtebele from Get It Bloemfontein about everything you can expect in their October e-mag. You can also visit https://getitmagazine.co.za/bloemfontein/ Here is the link to download the latest edition: https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/64431953/bloem-oct-2020
'n Oupa soos min: Yolanda gesels met haar oupa (91) op Internasionale dag vir Bejaardes
Oupa Tien Fourie is gebore die 4de Julie 1929 op die plaas Perdekop in die Kuruman distrik. Hulle was 10 kinders. Hy was sy hele lewe 'n onderwyser en die meerderheid daarvan 'n skoolhoof. Oupa Tien vertel van sy kinderjare buite Kuruman, van donkiekar ry, radio luister en die lekker…
#TravelTuesdays - Take to the skies in a hot air balloon over Hartebeespoort dam
Since 1981 Bill Harrop has been taking thousands of people to the skies in his hot air balloons. He explains why this experience gives you a unique opportunity to view the beautiful landscape of the North-West province.
VOX Fibre - Fast, reliable & future-proof connectivity is here!
I chat to the CEO of VOX, Jacques du Toit about how they had to change they way the provide internet connectivity to their clients during Covid-19, how their "Work-from-home" initiative has helped countless individuals and businesses adjust to the new normal and why VOX Fibre is something you need…
#OFMKunsteklop - Liezl Spangenberg gesels oor haar uitstalling Authentic Soul
Liezl Spangenberg het groot geword in Kimberley en toe by die UFS kuns gestudeer. Sy woon vandag saam met haar gesin in Bloemfontein waar sy haar kreatiwiteit uitleef. Haar solo uitstalling Authentic Soul is tans oop vir die publiek by Gallery on Leviseur.
#TravelTuesdays - Pilanesberg roep jou met ongerepte natuurskoon
Black Rhino Game Lodge is in die Pilanesberg Nasionale Reservaat in Noordwes en beloof 'n intieme buitelug ervaring. Wildsritte, voelkyk, staproetes, ontspanning langs 'n watergat en verblyf wat jou soos konklikes sal laat voel. Senior gids, Marcus Kapp verduidelik hoekom jy die Pilanesberg sal geniet. Luister gerus hier.
#BakeADifference with Cupcakes of Hope this September in aid of children fighting cancer
CEO of Cupcakes of Hope, Sandy Cipriano invites everyone in South Africa to be part of their Cupcake Angels and #BakeADifference to raise much needed funds for children living with cancer. Here is how you can get involved, take a listen.
#TravelTuesdays - Are you ready for an adrenaline rush in North West?
The team at Impact Adventures Africa have a variety of activities and adventures waiting for you near Hartebeespoort dam. Find them here: https://www.impactadventureafrica.co.za/
#TravelTuesdays - Marico Biosphere Reserve in North West awaits you
With nature conservation at the heart of this UNESCO bio-sphere, there is a lot to do and explore. Listen to all the adventure that awaits you this tourism month.
Spring Day is also the start of the pollen season
Prof Jonny Peter is the Head of Allergy and Immunology at UCT and explains where we can find our weekly pollen counts. He also shares some insight as to the difference between allergic Rhinitis and Covid-19 and whether you should continue taking your allergy medication during this time of the…
#TravelTuesdays - Let's discover the North West Province
Yolanda chats to manager at XL Astra Travel Potchefstroom about the must see tourist destinations in North West as we celebrate tourism month and heritage month this September. For details regarding excursions and accommodation in North West visit: https://astratravel.co.za/contact/