Sakhisizwe -Building the Nation

Friday, November 06, 2009

06 November - Arts, Culture & Environment - The Artist in the Garden - The Quest for Moses Tladi is in stores

In today’s show, we played a feature about Angela Read Lloyd’s book launched at the Iziko SA National Gallery. The book titled, The Artist in the Garden - The Quest for Moses Tladi is published by Print Matters. Angela says Tladi was certainly the first black artist to exhibit in the South African National Gallery, and achieved wide acclaim. Tladi's daughter Rekiloe and her daughter Sekhubami Tladi were guests of honour at the event. The book is released in three editions (Collectors’, Subscribers’and Standard edition) and is available in all good book stores. For more information contact Publishing Print Matters on (021) 789 0155 or visit www.printmatters.co.za

Registration for Envirocon 2009 open and Arts Update

We also spoke to Emile van Druten – Director at Environmental Assurance or Envass. Envass provide a comprehensive range of services, primarily to small-medium businesses and local authorities. We were talking about Envirocon 2009. The 2009 theme is "Presenting Environmental Problems, Solutions and Opportunities", it embodies the most pertinent environmental management and conservation issues raised over the past year both within South Africa and abroad, Mr van Druten explained more. The two day conference will open on Wednesday the 11th of November at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand. It is suited to anyone involved in environmental matters at strategic or operational level at Corporate, NGO, or Departmental level. For the full conference fee and Exhibition stands visit Environmental Assurance's website at www.envass.co.za or contact Retha Weir on (014) 792 0500 or e-mail envirocon@envass.co.za For complimentary tickets call Phyllis on (012) 460 9768.

Nigel Vermaas was also in today for the Arts update in and around the city.

Le Zulu Blanc to launch Old Mutual Summer Sunset Concerts

We closed off the show with an interview I had with the icon of South African music – Mr Johnny Clegg. He will be heading the line up and launching the Old Mutual Summer Sunset Concerts series at Kirstenbosch on the 22nd of November. Ticket Prices: Adults – R95 per person, Botanical Society members – R85 per person, Scholars (6 to 17 Years) R70. Old Mutual Summer Sunset Concerts take place at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Rhodes Avenue, Newlands on Sundays from 17:30 - 19:00. For further information and ticket prices call (021)799 8783/8620 or visit the website www.sanbi.org Over the counter tickets may be purchased directly from at Kirstenbosch from the Tuesday prior to the concert. Online booking is already open on www.webtickets.co.za

05 November - Labour - INSETA launches National Disability Awards

In today’s show, we spoke to Sharon Snell – Chief Executive Officer for the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority or INSETA. INSETA has just launched the National Disability Awards to recognise the contributions of disabled workers in the insurance sector, and those who champion their progress. The Awards aim to honour and raise the profile of workers with disabilities who are making a remarkable difference in the insurance sector, as well as individuals and organisations supporting the advancement of people with disabilities but Sharon explained more. Award winners will be announced on December 3 and nominations are now open. Individuals and companies wishing to make nominations can call 086 130 130 to obtain a nomination form alternatively go to www.inseta.org.za Nominations close on the 15th of November 2009, and the winners will be announced at a ceremony to be held on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.

Inyathelo Philanthropy Award winners announced

We also heard from Gillian Mitchell – Programme Manager at Inyathelo - The South African Institute for Advancement. We were talking about the Inyathelo Philanthropy Awards. These awards recognize extraordinary individuals who have shown outstanding leadership in the area of personal philanthropy in South Africa and who, through their giving, have made a remarkable difference in bringing about sustainable social change. For more information about Inyathelo – The South African Institute for Advancement contact (021) 465 6981 or visit www.inyathelo.co.za

Monday, November 02, 2009

02 November - Health - November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month

On Sakhisizwe today we spoke to Leon Spamer - Brand Manager for the AstraZeneca Oncology Department. We were talking about Lung Cancer. According to experts, Lung cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in men and the fourth most common cancer diagnosed in women. It is reported that lung cancer kills approximately 160,000 people in the United States each year - more people than breast, colon, and prostate cancers combined. It is responsible for over a quarter of all cancer-related deaths in the U.S. each year. According to the Cancer Association of South Africa, about 60% of all lung cancer deaths in South Africa are due to tobacco smoking and over 8% of all deaths are due to smoking. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Leon explained why there is a need for increased awareness of lung cancer. For more information visit www.mycancer.co.za

Friday, October 30, 2009

30 October - Arts, Culture & Environment - DJ Black Coffee launches a foundation & Arts Update

In today’s show, we were joined by Amaru – Chairperson of the DJ Black Coffee foundation. The Foundation was launched by DJ and Producer extraordinaire Black Coffee in a bid to help disabled people in South Africa. Amaru explained more. If there is anyone who wishes to make a donation, please do not hesitate to contact Amaru on (011) 477 9685 or 082 633 6392.

Nigel Vermaas was also in today for the Arts update in and around the city.

HEALTH - MONDAY

The South African Constitution guarantees to everyone the right of access to health care services, however despite the fact that the government has taken important initiatives in the health sector many South Africans still do not enjoy affordable and adequate access to health care facilities. The health sector provides many urgent challenges to government and civil society. On the Health segment of SAKHISIZWE Bush Radio is rising to the challenge and creating awareness around (to mention a few of our program coverage), HIV/Aids, Immunisation, Acute Childhood illnesses, Cervical Cancer and other poverty related diseases like tuberculosis and cholera.

HUMAN RIGHTS - TUESDAY

Human rights are given clear prominence in the Constitution. Among the rights stipulated are those of equality, freedom of expression and association, political and property rights, housing, healthcare, education, access to information and access to courts. Do you know what your rights are, whether they have been violated and would you know what course of action is open to you if in fact they have been violated ? Every Tuesday we seek to inform and empower you about your rights, whether you have been treated unfairly at you place of work, because of your gender or the language that you speak.

GENDER - WEDNESDAY

The Gender show on Sakhisizwe while it acts in the interest of women, also serves to incorporate and address issues that pertain to men. We look at gender issues in a holistic manner serving not only to provide women with contact details of organisations that would assist them if they find themselves in a negative situation but also delve into why men are abusive and what the effects of their abuse are on their families and themselves as men, husbands and fathers. We also pay particular attention to the most disadvantaged, poverty stricken women ie domestic workers, farmworkers. The overall message of the show is that gender equality starts at home and that we need to value girls and women.

LABOUR â€“ THURSDAY

One of South Africaâ€™s major challenges is the grave unemployment situation â€“ in a survey that was conducted in 1995 out of 14.4 million economically active adults, 4.2 million were unemployed. Unemployment is higher among the black population and women are most affected at 65%. The Labour show on Sakhisizwe aims to play a significant role in addressing unemployment and poverty by providing pertinent information around the following issues: Domestic workers and their rights, maternity benefits, unfair dismissal BEE and UIf to mention a few.

ARTS, CULTURE AND THE ENVIRONMENT - FRIDAY

South Africa is a cultural melting pot, full of different ingredients and flavours - Get a taste of this tasty dish on Sakhisizweâ€™s Arts, Culture and Environment show on Friday from township ballet to African Opera, with a dash of jukskei, kwaito and much, much more. We will also focus on our abundant wildlife wonders and world acknowledged heritage sites.