BREAKING GROUND
Breaking Ground is a talk show that focuses on the rights of University Students and their educational wellbeing
IN CONVERSATION WITH ANTONETT LUYANDA KHOZA BACHELOR OF EDUCATION HONOURS STUDENT SPECIALIST IN LEADERSHIP MANAGEMENT &
The Economic Freedom Fighters Student Command (EFFSC) has issued a statement condemning the actions of the warden at wits junction student accomodation. The organisation has called for the immediate removal of the warden and for full disciplinary action against Protection Services, accusing them of treating students like criminals. The EFFSC…
IN CONVERSATION WITH NTYANTYAMBO VOLSAKA FORMER WITS SASACO MAIN CHAIRPERSON
A warden at the Wits Junction residence has faced criticism for their handling of student affairs and alleged violation of privacy. Just days before the incident, a student was reportedly evicted from the residence after being found with alcohol in their room and accused of selling it to fellow students…
IN CONVERSATION WITH SABELO CHALUFU AN ACTIVIST AND FORMER PUBLIC REPRESENTATIVE
Launched on 5 September 2025 by Sabelo Chalufu, the petition urges Minister Mpho Parks Tau of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) to reject proposed amendments to the National Credit Regulations specifically the inclusion of Regulation 18, Sub-regulation (7)(e), which would allow educational institutions to report student debts…
IN CONVERSATION WITH SIVIWE MAFUNA CONVENOR OF WITS HUNGER STRIKE SOLIDARITY COMMITTEE
The Wits Hunger Strike Solidarity Committee, joined by civic and workers’ organisations, accuses the university of enforcing “apartheid-style” exclusionary policies that deny poor Black students the right to education. The students argue that financial exclusion is a violation of human rights and are demanding urgent intervention from the state and…
In Conversation with Monique Strydom
A child is raped in South Africa every 3 minutes. Most of them are young girls between 3 and 12 years. In 90% of thr cases the perpetrator is known to them. We spoke to Monique Strydom Matla a Bana CEO.
In Conversation with Hendrick Makaneta
Parents of Bronkhostspruit Primary school learners are demanding answers about the safety of school. This comes after the alleged rape of a Grade 4 learner in the school's toilets. We spoke to Hendrick Makaneta Education Activist.
IN CONVERSATION WITH PROF. JABULANI NYONI, AN EDUCATION SPECIALIST
The department aims to implement a sustainable student funding model, expand South Africa's presence on the continent and globally. We spoke to Professor Jabulani Nyoni Educational Expert from Unisa, about the policy changes needed to position our education to align to the needs of the economy.
IN CONVERSATION WITH DAWIE ROODT, ECONOMIST & CO-FOUNDER OF THE EFFICIENT GROUP
South Africa’s post-school education and training system remains “fragmented and uneven,” with too many young people locked out of opportunity, Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela said. We spoke to Dawie Roodt an economist about the implications of a fragmented and uneven education.
IN CONVERSATOION WITH TEBOGO LETSIE, HIGHER EDUCATION PORTFOLIO CHAIRPERSON
A Durban University of Technology (DUT) student dies after falling from a building at the Steve Biko campus on Tuesday. We spoke to Tebogo Letsie, Higher Education Portfolio Committee Chairperson.
IN CONVERSATION WITH SIMLINDILE LOYISO NGCIBI ATTORNY OF THE HIGH COURT BASED IN DURBAN
Does South Africa belong to all who live in it? Is our constitution misinterpreted to suit a certain narrative? We spoke to Simlindile Loyiso Ngcibi an attorney of the high court based in Durban and is a director at Advocatus Legal Consultancy.
IN CONVERSATION WITH ZANDILE DABULA PRESIDENT OF OPERATION DUDULA
Operation Dudula announced that it will launch a campaign aimed at preventing foreign children, particularly those without legal documentation, from enrolling in public schools. We spoke to Zandile Dabula, Founder and Leader of Operation Dudula.
IN CONVERSATION WITH DR SHAHEDA OMAR, CLINICAL DIRECTOR OF THE TEDDY BEAR FOUNDATION
Founded in 1986, the Teddy Bear Clinic for Abused Children was established in response to the urgent need for medical examinations and support for sexually abused children. Since then, it has evolved into a leading child protection NGO in South Africa. Today, the Teddy Bear Foundation is dedicated to providing…
IN CONVERSATION WITH MONICA WOODHOUSE, FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF GIVE A CHILD A FAMILY AFRICA
It is estimated that as much as 15% of the South African population suffers from drug addiction in one form or another. With no accurate figures or statistics gathered in relation to Prescription Drug Addiction, the amount of people who are suffering from this form of addiction is largely unknown…
IN CONVERSATION WITH DYLAN MASHELE PR AND COMMUNICATION FOR THE NATIONAL COUNCILE AND FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
According to a statement made by the Presidency, approximately 3.3 million people live with disabilities in South Africa, with less than 1% of them being student. Marketing its 31st anniversary, the NCPD will continue its annual Casual Day campaign, which not only aims to raise funds but also to raise…
IN CONVERSATION WITH BHEKI NXUMALO, DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF THE ADVOCACY & RESOURCE FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES AT UNISA
Through it's Advocacy & Resource Centre for Students with Disabilities (ARCSWiD), the University of South Africa (UNISA) is hosting a national conference for students with disabilities, which started on the 29th and runs until the 31st of July 2025. Held under the theme "Leading Change: Engaging on Inclusive Policies and…
IN CONVERSATION WITH ADV. ZWELETU MADASA FORMER MP OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY, SECRETARY GENERAL OF PAN AFRICA PARLIAMENT.
The Higher Education and Training department was in the news for all the wrong reasons, thee former Minister mislead parliament. It has been said that Nkabe needs to appear at the Joint Committee on Ethics and Members Interest. Joining us for this conversation is Adv. Zweletu Madasa, Former MP of…
N CONVERSATION WITH MABINE SEABI, RISE MZANZI'S NATIONAL COMMUNICATION DIRECTOR
Rise Mzanzi said Nkabane epitomised political arrogance and showed an unrepentant disregard for what it means to be in service as a member of the Executive. Marine Seabi, Rise Mzansi's National D Communications Director joined us to expand on this conversation.
IN CONVERSATION WITH HENDRICK MAKANETA EDUCATION ACTIVIST
The Hawks have confirmed they are investigating criminal charges against Higher Education Minister Dr. Nobuhle Nkabane, following a complaint filed by the Democratic Alliance (DA) last week. The DA alleges that Nkabane lied to Parliament and facilitated ANC cadre deployment to Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) boards. Nkabane is…
IN CONVERSATION WITH KEAMOGESTWE MASIKE, SOUTH AFRICAN STUDENTS FEDERATION PRESIDENT
Higher education and training minister Nobuhle Nkabane is accused of lying to parliament about the “independent panel” she claimed had approved politically connected individuals for Seta board. In the list of panel members, Nkabane falsely claimed legal expert advocate Terry Motau was part of it. She later apologised, saying it…
IN CONVERSATION WITH DR. FERRIAL ADAMS, WATERCAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.
WaterCan conducted research titled "Water Warrior". A School water quality testing project which found that schools across the country have undrinkable water that pose health hazard. We are joined by Dr. Ferrial Adams, WaterCan Executive Director for this important conversation.