South African Indigenous Food with Chef Mokgadi Itsweng

Ahead of Chefs & Chenin, Premier Cru Wine founder Hervé Delabesse joined Phemelo for a conversation about Chenin Blanc, wine, storytelling and the art of matching the right bottle to the right occasion. He also shared what listeners can expect from Premier Cru Wines at the two-day culinary celebration.

Dr Kedibone Seutloadi joined Phemelo to unpack the rich customs and traditions that shape indigenous South African weddings. The conversation explored practices including lobolo, rites of passage, welcoming the bride and groom, customary marriage and how these traditions are evolving alongside modern life.

US Ambassador to South Africa Leo Brent Bozell III says Washington is growing impatient over Pretoria’s lack of response to five demands concerning BEE, expropriation and the “Kill the Boer” slogan. Bozell says the requests were formally submitted almost a year ago. Phemelo speaks to SAFTU General Secretary Zwelinzima Vavi.

The DA has approached the Electoral Court, challenging ActionSA, the EFF, MK Party and GOOD over their submission of PR candidate lists with only one name ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. The DA argues the move denies voters access to the full list of candidates before voting. Phemelo…

US President Donald Trump has addressed the UN General Assembly in New York, speaking about the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, relations with Iran and his administration’s foreign policy. Trump said he expects to reach a deal with Iran after the US midterm elections, while warning that he…