2nd Regional Traditional Medicine Symposium 2025

The Hlanganani Midday Show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Prof Nceba Gqaleni

Mvelo Hadebe was joined by Professor Ngceba Gqaleni from UKZN’s Discipline of Traditional Medicine. He spoke about the importance of teaching and researching traditional medicine in universities, progress in policy integration, and the need to safeguard indigenous knowledge. Professor Gqaleni emphasized collaboration between healers, scientists, and policymakers, and envisioned a…

29 Aug 8AM 6 min

The Hlanganani Midday show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Bongekile Lesina Nkomo

Mvelo Hadebe was joined by Bongekile Lesina Nkomo, a traditional healer, who shared her personal journey of becoming a Sangoma, including the challenges and hardships she faced along the way. She emphasized the importance of traditional healers being actively involved in initiatives like the Regional Traditional Medicine Symposium, highlighting how…

29 Aug 7AM 17 min

The Hlanganani Midday Show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Dr Dumisani Shangase

Mvelo Hadebe was joined by Dr. Dumisani Shangase from the KZN Traditional Healers Leadership, who spoke about the vital role of traditional medicine in South African communities. He emphasized collaboration with scientists and universities, the integration of traditional healing with modern healthcare, and the need to protect indigenous knowledge. Dr…

29 Aug 6AM 7 min

The Hlanganani Midday Show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Bhadriuka Kasiram

Mvelo Hadebe was joined by Bhadhrika Kasiram from Lancet Laboratories, who spoke about how diagnostics can complement traditional medicine by ensuring remedies are tested for safety and effectiveness. She highlighted the value of collaboration between labs, universities, and traditional healers, while stressing the need for ethical protection of indigenous knowledge…

29 Aug 5AM 6 min

The Hlanganani Midday Show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Nokukhanya Thembane

Mvelo Hadebe was joined by Nokukhanya Thembane from MUT, who helped paint a picture of Day 2 of the 2nd Regional Traditional Medicine Symposium. She shared insights on her role in promoting traditional medicine and indigenous knowledge, highlighting the importance of connecting young people with traditional healing practices and correcting…

29 Aug 4AM 10 min

2nd Regional Traditional Medicine Symposium 2025

Mangosuthu University of Technology in partnership with regional collaborators- 2nd Regional Traditional Medicine Symposuim 2025 first session uner the theme: Harnessing African Indigenous Knowledge for Good Health and Well Being. The fist session was chaired by Mr Sibusiso Nkosi as our Vice chancellor and Principal Prof Nokuthula Sibiya do the…

28 Aug 10AM 2 hr 22 min

The Hlanganani Midday Show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Musa Mkhize

Mvelo Hadebe was joined by Musa Mkhize from Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife at the 2nd Regional Traditional Medicine Symposium. He spoke about the organization’s mission to protect KwaZulu-Natal’s biodiversity, the importance of community involvement in conservation. Musa also highlighted partnerships with scientists and traditional leaders, as well as Ezemvelo’s long-term vision…

28 Aug 8AM 6 min

The Hlanganani Midday show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Nonhlanhla Mhlongo

Mvelo Hadebe was joined by Nonhlanhla Mhlongo, who recently completed her Master’s in Biomedical Sciences. At the 2nd Regional Traditional Medicine Symposium, she reflected on her research journey, the challenges she faced, and how her work contributes to addressing health issues in local communities. She highlighted the importance of mentorship,…

28 Aug 7AM 3 min

The Hlanganani Midday Show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Dr Khosi Mpofana

Mvelo Hadebe was joined by Dr. Mpofana, who highlighted her research on pigmentation disorders and the role of African medicinal plants in skin health. She emphasized balancing science with indigenous knowledge, the importance of mentorship for young scientists, and her work in community outreach and language inclusivity in healthcare. Looking…

28 Aug 5AM 6 min

The Hlanganani Midday Show host Mvelo Hadebe had an interview with Dr Nsele

Mvelo was also joined by Dr. Nsele, Head of Department in the Department of Biomedicine, who provided a comprehensive reflection on the proceedings of Day 1 of the symposium. He highlighted the significance of the event as a platform that not only showcased the richness of traditional medicine but also…

28 Aug 3AM 5 min

2nd Regional Traditional Medicine Symposium 2025

Mangosuthu University of Technology, in partnership with regional collaborators, hosted the 2nd Regional Traditional Medicine Symposium 2025. The first session took place on 28 August 2025 under the theme “Harnessing African Indigenous Knowledge for Good Health and Well-Being.”

28 Aug 2AM 2 hr 22 min