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The Social Impact Show with Samm Marshall

Welcome to The Social Impact Show, the podcast that brings you powerful, uplifting stories of people making a difference in Johannesburg and beyond! Hosted by Samm Marshall, this show dives into the heart of social impact, exploring the inspiring journeys of changemakers, community leaders, and everyday heroes who are transforming lives.
Weekly English South Africa Business · Non-Profit
279 Episodes
180 – 200

Dance for All South Africa: Empowering Youth Through the Art of Movement

Dance for All South Africa is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing professional dance training to disadvantaged youth in South African communities. Based in Cape Town, DFA SA empowers young dancers through high-quality training in ballet, contemporary, African, and other dance styles, opening doors to careers in the creative industries…
9 Mar 12 min

Gogos Go Digital with Vuma & goGOGOgo

In this heartwarming episode, we celebrate a groundbreaking initiative that’s bridging the digital divide for South Africa’s grandmothers. Through a partnership between Vuma and goGOGOgo, 38 incredible gogos in Pretoria have graduated from a digital skills training programme—learning to send emails, browse the internet, use WhatsApp, and even access online…
9 Mar 18 min

How to Fix South Africa – Weekly Feature with Kanthan Pillay

Welcome to our weekly feature, How to Fix South Africa, with journalist, entrepreneur, and author Kanthan Pillay (How to Fix South Africa: An Owner’s Manual). Each week, we tackle the country’s biggest challenges and explore real, actionable solutions. This week, we’re discussing flooding caused by heavy rains and how to…
9 Mar 26 min

Doing Good Business with Hilton | Youth Employment, Budget Insights & CSR

In this week's edition of Doing Good Business, Hilton Theunissen, Managing Director South Africa and VP Global Partnerships at GrowthWheel, unpacks key developments shaping South Africa’s business and employment landscape. We dive into Microsoft’s $5 billion investment and its commitment to 1 million youth, exploring what this means in the…
9 Mar 16 min

The Social Impact Show, Samm Marshall sits down with Lindokuhle Ndlovu, Marketing Officer

In this episode of The Social Impact Show, Samm Marshall sits down with Lindokuhle Ndlovu, Marketing Officer, and Mzwake Shezi, Recruitment Officer at Skills Development Corporation (SDC), to explore the critical role of skills development in South Africa’s transformation journey. They discuss how SDC is helping businesses achieve their B-BBEE…
9 Mar 13 min

Behind the CSI Legacy Awards: Founder Simphiwe Mtetwa

Join Samm Marshall's exclusive interview with Simphiwe Mtetwa, founder of the prestigious CSI Legacy Awards, following their successful 2025 ceremony at Ster Kinekor Rosebank. Discover how this platform recognizes excellence in Corporate Social Investment, celebrating 2025 winners including KFC (Best Corporate), Afrika Tikkun (Best NGO), MiDesk (Best Rising NGO), Rhiza…
9 Mar 20 min

Profit with Purpose: Transforming African Business with Tiekie Barnard

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Tiekie Barnard, Founder & CEO of Shared Value Africa & Shift Impact Africa, as she reveals how businesses can drive both profitability and social progress simultaneously. In this powerful interview, Tiekie unpacks the revolutionary Shared Value business model that's helping African organizations tackle…
9 Mar 22 min

🔥 Winning Woman Wednesday 🔥 Your weekly dose of inspiration with Katie Mohamed,

🔥 Winning Woman Wednesday 🔥 Your weekly dose of inspiration with Katie Mohamed, entrepreneur, women's empowerment facilitator, and founder of WsuiteZA and Brandfusion. Each week, Katie breaks down the barriers, shares transformative insights, and empowers women to turn their boldest ambitions into reality. 💡 Every Wednesday, We Dive Into: Powerful…
9 Mar 19 min

The Wealth Zen – Understanding Equity in Building True Wealth

Welcome to The Wealth Zen, a weekly feature on The Social Impact Show with Samm Marshall, where we redefine wealth beyond money and inspire a life of purpose, prosperity, and balance. Co-hosted by Charmaine Soobramoney, this segment dives deep into the key elements of holistic wealth—covering everything from financial literacy…
4 Mar 29 min

Interview with Olwethu Mdabula – Driving Community Impact Through Sustainable Innovation

In this episode, Samm Marshall sits down with Olwethu Mdabula, CSI Manager at Engen, to discuss the groundbreaking Aquaponics Project launched at Khanyisa Special School in Cala, Eastern Cape. In partnership with Green Arch Innovations, this initiative is revolutionizing sustainable food production while equipping learners with critical agricultural skills. Olwethu…
4 Mar 15 min

Empowering Township Entrepreneurs – TEA’s Kasi Business Workshop & Pitch Winner

The Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA) recently hosted the Soweto Kasi Business Workshop, bringing together over 500 entrepreneurs for a day of inspiration, networking, and business growth. The event featured masterclasses, a business exhibition, and the exciting Kasi Business Pitch Challenge, where one entrepreneur walked away with R50,000 to boost their…
4 Mar 21 min

How to Fix South Africa – Weekly Feature with Kanthan Pillay

South Africa’s infrastructure is failing—water shortages, transport disruptions, and incomplete billion-rand projects are leaving citizens frustrated. Gautrain bus services have been suspended due to vandalism, water outages last up to 12 hours, and the Rea Vaya bus system remains incomplete despite massive investments. In this episode of "How to Fix…
1 Mar 22 min

Doing Good Business with Hilton Theunissen – Weekly Feature

Join Hilton Theunissen, Managing Director of GrowthWheel South Africa & VP of Global Partnerships, in our weekly "Doing Good Business" segment with Samm Marshall. Each week, we unpack key business insights, exploring entrepreneurship, economic trends, corporate social responsibility, and strategies for sustainable business growth. Whether you're a startup founder, an…
1 Mar 13 min

Turning Waste into Wonder – Lesley Waterkeyn on Amazeballs

Did you know that used padel balls often end up in landfills, contributing to environmental waste? Lesley Waterkeyn, founder of Amazeballs, is changing the game by transforming discarded padel balls into stunning furniture and art pieces. In this episode, Samm Marshall chats with Lesley about sustainability in sports, the circular…
1 Mar 13 min

Unlocking the Mind Through Poetry – A Conversation with Steve Tsakiris

Steve Tsakiris is a poet, thinker, and seeker who blends mind power, Zen Buddhism, quantum physics, and mysticism into his work. His book, Wild Divinity, is a poetic journey into self-discovery, consciousness, and the raw beauty of human existence. In this episode, Samm Marshall sits down with Steve to explore…
1 Mar 19 min
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