VOW Moments

New Law to Restrict Foreign Workers in South Africa.

Employment and Labour minister Thembelani Nxesi, says his department will introduce a new labour migration policy that regulates foreign workers in South Africa. Lunga unpacks the possible motive Thulas Nxesi has ,and discusses whether or not this should be applicable to all foreigners or continental foreigners. The conversation also includes…

9 Mar 2021 6 min

E- hailing App Bolt adds more women.

Bolt wants to expand its only women service to more countries. Last year November Bolt introduced the trial run in Rusternburg and East london for, a Bolt ride type for women by women.The service was officially launched in january 2021. Lunga discusses issues surrounding the bolt violence epidemic against the…

8 Mar 2021 6 min

South Africa expecting a massive wealth jump within the next five years

Global property consultancy group Knight Frank published its 2021 wealth report ,outlining how wealth is set to grow in countries over the next five years. Goitse and Kgomotso discuss the effects of Covid 19 on wealth, the role of privilege a rich individual has and what careers and ventures have…

5 Mar 2021 5 min

Port Elizabeth now called Gqeberha, are you signing the petition or not?

A conversation about the name change that happened in Port Elizabeth, Now known as Gqeberha. Kgoitse and Kgomotso are discussing the online petition signed by the residents of Nelson Mandela Bay to reverse the name. The reason for picking Gqberha and they question if the name is inclusive with the…

4 Mar 2021 8 min

Did you know your loud headphones could leading to hearing loss?

The 3rd of March marks World Hearing Day. The World Health Organization is launching world report on health today in order to raise awareness on hearing loss and deafness, and to promote hearing care. Goitsi and Kgomotso speak to Wits senior lecturer for Speech Pathology and Audiology, Dr Nomfundo Moroe.

3 Mar 2021 6 min

The African Management Institute Scholarship

The impact of Covid19 pandemic has left entrepreneurs and their ventures facing unprecedented challenges. Self development and planning has become essential in this day and age. Entrepreneurs across all parts of the world have had to adapt to the changes and challenges brought by the emergence of the Covid 19…

23 Feb 2021 15 min

Will social media continue to be a main source of news?

Research shows that social media has become the place where many people keep up with the latest news. The ability of the internet to challenge traditional media may have been underestimated as evidenced by a continuous decline in traditional media profitability. Advertising revenue has significantly shifted away from traditional media,…

22 Feb 2021 32 min

Purchasing a Vehicle

Known on social media as Kokoleo, Leo-Antonio Rolls had his first car at just 16 years. Although he is a Financial accounting graduate and entrepreneur who’s been in business for over 5 years, he is definitely a car enthusiast who has taken the hobby of owning different cars since his…

19 Feb 2021 16 min

Does Sexual activity decrease the chances of a Stroke in Young adults?

Sexual activity is often believed to improve one’s overall health, but can a couple of strokes reduce one’s risk of getting a Stroke? Kgosigadi explores the benefits of sexual activity with Dr. Ntabozuko (Ph.D. Fellow, Public Health Specialist, and World Health Organization Consultant), concerning reducing strokes in young adults. If…

17 Feb 2021 18 min

Nelson Mandela bridge Closure

The city of Johannesburg executive mayor, mayor Makhubo shut down the Johannesburg Nelson Mandela Bridge due to the launch of the WITS Crime and Prevention March. To elaborate on this, Goitse and Kgomotso from The Mainswitch had an interview with Mayors spokesperson Mli Mandlela.

16 Feb 2021 9 min

Will cryptocurrencies become the norm for payments?

Cryptocurrencies have evolved beyond the early days of highly unpredictable ups and downs in value, to a financial instrument which is being incorporated into the investment portfolios of financial institutions. Regulators and financial market factors have largely influenced cryptocurrencies into an increasingly regulated environment. This trend is introducing more utility…

15 Feb 2021 30 min

Angola Decriminalises Homosexuality and Bans Discrimination against Sexual Orientation

Recently, Angola had brought about the law of decriminalising homosexuality in which it also BANS discrimination against sexual orientation. The law was brought about in 2019 however last week on the 9th of February 2021 it was implemented. This is a major win for the LGBTQIA+ and for humans who…

15 Feb 2021 17 min

Empire Builder's Audio Experience

The Empires Builder (an audio experience) is a play adapted by Kwasha The 3rd's, a group of interns at Kwasha Theatre Company. After "listening" to the play, we had an opportunity to conversate with the cast and the director of the play as well as the manager of Kwasha Theatre…

10 Feb 2021 18 min

The Market Theatre Celebrates 45 Years

The Market Theatre celebrates 45 years. In conversation with us is James Ngcobo, Artistic director of the Market and the award-winning actor who metamorphosed into a multi award-winning director who has created a new vision for staging works at the theatre. His passion for working with emerging actors, young designers…

9 Feb 2021 16 min

What is the role of technology in the Covid-19 vaccine roll out?

Technology has played a significant role in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. Various trends and patterns around the spread of the virus and various communications for safety have been made to vulnerable groups through technological tools. As the globe continues to grapple with the affects of the Covid-19 pandemic,…

8 Feb 2021 31 min

The influence of social media on financial markets

Social media platforms have emerged as highly influential communication platforms through which all kinds of information is shared. Traditionally financial markets have been influenced by information which is not readily available to ordinary members of the public. Hedge fund managers have been able to drive financial market activities in ways…

1 Feb 2021 26 min

The importance of taking care of your skin

Taking good care of your skin is important for more than just your appearance, as the largest organ you have, your skin is essential to your general health. If you take good care of your skin it can help take care of you in return, it is absolutely worth the…

27 Jan 2021 18 min

The impact of the new WhatsApp privacy policy on users and businesses.

Most online applications have terms and privacy policy required by regulation to protect the personal information and usage data of users. Communication apps liked WhatsApp are particularly popular because they are free and efficient to use. However, the reality is that in order for these apps to be free and…

25 Jan 2021 23 min

Dealing with New Year Anxiety

January can be a great month for many different reasons, it is a month that gives us an opportunity to fulfil our New Year’s resolutions and to begin working on our dreams and aspirations. For many of us 2020 was an exceptionally stressful year dominated by fears surrounding Covid 19…

19 Jan 2021 16 min

The Impact of Technology on Sports

Athletes can benefit in many ways with the help of technology which will put them in a better position to reach their goals. Safety in sports is improving because improvements are being made to sports protective equipment and to exercise routines which will prevent injury or other forms of shock…

10 Dec 2020 19 min