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On today’s show, we were joined on the line by Amos Ziqubu – co-founder of the Life Cycling Academy. The Life Cycling Academy is a non-profit organization that is spearheading the transformation of cycling in South Africa. The organization applies a step based approach to give the youth from previously disadvantaged communities the opportunity to participate in cycling with programs that include mass participation and competitive cycling. These programs include school education programs through to elite level participation programs. Amos explained more about the Academy. If you want any additional information you can caontact Amos 082 476 7725 or Ayanda on 082 385 7888 or visit their website www.lifeacademy.co.za We also heard from Nathan Roberts and Randy McKnight – Owners of Sibanye Restaurant. Sibanye, meaning (we are one in Xhosa) is a new restaurant that opened in Mandela Park, Hout Bay. The restaurant is said to be the talk of the town where you get a cultural infusion expressed

In today’s show, we were joined on the line by Chance Chgunda - From Jobstart Training Centre. Jobstart is a skills development organisation that offers practical career-orientated skills training to the unemployed in order to assist them in finding secure employment. If you want more information about the Jobstart Training Centre you can call (021) 461 1404 or Fax them at (021) 461 1511 or visit their website at www.jobstart.org.za We also heard from Jane Notten - an established entrepreneur. We were talking about her book titled “My Success, Your Success”. This book features 26 South African top women entrepreneurs who share the secrets to their success and what they think women need in order to be successful business women. She hopes their stories will encourage you to follow suite. My Success Your Success is published by Oshun Books and will be on the shelves this February. For more information go to www.oshunbooks.co.za We closed off with an with Rediwaan Abrahams – from the Cape

Today we spoke to Fouzie Ryklief – from the Parent Centre. The Parent Centre is a primary prevention centre that was initially established to be a branch of Cape Town Child Welfare about 20 years ago. It was created in order to provide education and training workshops in order to help prepare parents for the challenges ahead. If you are a parent and you finding it hard to deal with your child or children then you can call them on (021) 762 0116 or visit their website www.theparentcentre.org.za

In today's show we spoke to Desiree Uys – From the Cape Town Child Welfare. This is the oldest and second largest organisation in the country, caring for children in crisis. They operate in over 100 areas in the Cape Peninsula and are responsible for approximately over 1 million children between the ages of 0 and 12 years old. Desiree explained more about some of the challenges they face as they try to address the issue of child welfare. For more information they are available on (021) 638 3127 or visit www.helpkids.org.za We heard from Jacob van Garderen – National Director for Lawyers for Human Rights. It is an independent human rights organisation with a thirty-year track record of human rights activism and public interest litigation in South Africa. Lawyers for Human Rights provides free legal services to poor and indigent people from six law clinics around the country. We spoke to him about the services they provide and the plans for 2009. For more information they are availab

In today’s show, we heard from Professor Gail Todd – Head of Dermatology at the University of Cape Town. We spoke about Leprosy. Tomorrow is the World Leprosy Day and the theme is “Healing, Restoring, Empowering”. Leprosy mainly affects the skin and nerves and clinically appears in most of the cases as patches with discoloration and numbness of the affected area. If untreated, there can be progressive and permanent damage to the skin, nerves, limbs and eyes. Professor Todd explained more about the causes and the available treatment. And the good news is that Leprosy is a curable disease and when treated in the early stages, disability can be avoided. With minimal training, leprosy can be easily diagnosed on clinical signs alone. Professor Todd says there is a fantastic drug called Selodomide that helps leprosy but it’s very expensive so those who can help her in getting that drug can contact her via email to dermatol@uct.ac.za . For more information on Leprosy contact your nearest hosp

In today’s show, we were joined on the line by Megan White – from the Cart Horse Protection Association. This is a non-profit organization that provides static and mobile clinic services, support, education and training to under developed communities living on the Cape Flats who use horses and carts to collect scrap metal as a means of generating an income for themselves and their families. For more information visit www.chpa.org.za or contact (021) 535 3435. We also heard from Mirjam Asmal-Dik - Managing Director at CAPE Africa Platform. At CAPE they are busy with Cape Town’s second biennale exhibition of contemporary African Culture that will take place from the 2nd of May till the 21st of June 2009. The exhibition aims to culturally connect Cape Town, South Africa, Africa and the diaspora by creating a ground-breaking contemporary African art event - rooted in the local but global in impact. Titled Convergence, this year’s exhibition is about life today: the people, the connections

In today's show, we spoke to Dr Annelie Rabie – Managing Director at Bergzicht Training centre was also part of today show. Bergzicht Training centre is a non-governmental organization dedicated to skills development. Their success is based on their commitment to assist in empowering those with little education and minimal skills. By teaching people skills and providing them with the tools needed to break cycles of poverty, Bergzicht is addressing one of the most pressing needs facing vulnerable communities. Dr Rabie explained more about the training that they provide. For more information about the training contact their offices on (021) 887 0081 or visit www.bergzichttraining.com

In today’s show, we were joined on the line by Nadia Thonnard - Wellness Practitioner from Inner Minds. We will be talking about the consequences of a divorce. Her mission with “Inner Minds” is to bring in the awareness that we are all in control of our thoughts, whether good or bad, and that we have the ability to change our thought pattern. She says we can improve our lives by changing our thoughts, even if our environment remains the same because it is our thoughts that make us. Nadia will share with us on how we can handle divorce in a very amicable way. If you want more information or for bookings you can contact Nadia on 082 344 3343 or visit www.innerminds.co.za We heard from Professor Tebello Nyokong – Winner of the Africa-Arab State 2009 L’Oréal-Unesco Award for Women in Science. Professor Nyokong won the award f or her pioneering research into photodynamic therapy which looks at harnessing light for cancer therapy and environmental clean-up. According to reports she is the t

In today's show ,we were joined by Mapeete Mohale – from the South African Institute of Race Relations and David Miller – Chairperson of NAPTOSA. We were talking about the matric pass rate. The South African Institute of Race Relations has speculated that the effective matric pass rate is far lower than the 62.5% cited by the minister of education, Ms Naledi Pandor. Information from the Institute’s South Africa Survey shows that in 2007, there were 920 716 pupils in Grade 11. Of those only 64% went on to write their matric examinations in 2008. Of these only 333 681 or 36.2% of the original 2007 cohort passed matric in 2008. According to the Institute’s deputy CEO, Frans Cronje, ‘This figure of 36.2% is a more accurate reflection of the real effective matric pass rate than the 62.5% cited by the minister’. According to Cronje, ‘The low pass rates, the low throughput rates, and the low rates of university entry passes are perhaps now the greatest single crisis facing South Africa. H

Today we heard from Garth Kent – founder of sevenpointfive. We were talking about the Live Blood Analysis. This is an unestablis hed diagnostic test promoted by some alternative medicine practitioners, who assert that it can diagnose a range of diseases. But according to reports it has been described by an expert on complementary and alternative medicine as a fraudulent means of convincing a patient that they are ill and require treatment with dietary supplements. The Live Blood Analysis involves a pin prick of blood taken from your finger and placed on a microscope. They then have a look for imbalances, deficiencies and problems in your body but Garth the expert explained more on it. Contact 0860 770 055 for enquiries or visit www.sevenpointfive.co.za W e were also joined instudio by Sylvia Mguga – Klipfontein Health Promotion Officer. We were talking about Diarrhoea. According to health officials this is the diarrhoea season. Diarrhoea is a common problem that is usually not serious

In today's show, we were joined by Astara Mwakalumba – An Actress. She is one of the cast members in Shakespeare’s As You Like It that is currently on at Maynardville Open-Air Theatre till the 14th of February. The production features an all-star cast directed by acclaimed Shakespeare director Geoffrey Hyland. She plays Celia, Duke Frederick’s daughter and Rosalind’s cousin. As You Like It is presented by Artscape, the Maynardville Theatre Trust and NAC. Special performances for learners and students take place on January 19, 20, 26, 27, 28, February 2, 3 and 4 at 19:45; the remaining Thursday to Saturday performances are open to all patrons at 20:15. A special Valentine’s Day performance takes place on February 14 with lots of prizes to be won! Book now at Computicket outlets countrywide or www.computicket.com or Artscape Dial-a-Seat 021 421 7695. For more information visit www.artscape.co.za or www.maynardville.co.za We also heard from Chad Abrahams – from Party with a Purpose

In today’s show, we heard from Lorna Fortuin – from New Horizons Computer Learning Centre. New Horizons provides comprehensive and cost-effective training for individuals looking to expand their IT skills in their current professions or looking to take the first step toward new careers. Lorna explained more. If you are interested in receiving training with them you contact their offices and quote this reference number for a discount:LOF or For more information call 0861 111 460 or visit www.newhorizonsct.co.za Alaric Jacobs and Devi Baleni – were here in studio representing the Western Cape FET College sector. FET colleges strive to provide high-quality education and training to help you equip yourself with the qualifications and skills you need to start out on a chosen career path. We were talking about the courses that are offered at FET Colleges because having just a matric means nothing these days, so it is important to get further training. If you want more information about FET c

In today’s show, we were joined by Yousuf Gabru – Member of the African National Congress. We discussed the issue of Palestine. Last week Friday IOL reported that about 600 local Palestinian supporters joined the protest against Israel's ongoing military assault in the Gaza Strip at a public meeting in Mowbray hall. ANC members outside the hall handed out pamphlets condemning the attacks, which have left hundreds of Palestinians, including women and children, dead. One of the themes of the meeting was an appeal to all South Africans to band together to help end the attacks. On Thursday the city was brought to a near standstill when thousands of marchers protested against the Israeli attack on Gaza. The marchers called on the government to sever diplomatic relations with Israel and implement sanctions. According to a statement issued by Owen Futeran – Chairperson of the South African Jewish Board of Deputies (Cape Town council) says the Jewish community deplores the loss of any life

In today's show, we also spoke to Alexis Grewan – from the South African Reflexology Society. We were talking about Reflexology and how it works. Reflexology is said to be a Holistic Healing technique that treats the whole person’s Body, Mind and Soul. Remember the Reflexologist does not HEAL only the body Heals. Reflexology only helps to balance all the bodily systems, thus stimulating under active areas and calming the overactive ones. Alexis explained more. For more information contact the South African Reflexology Society on (021) 558 9868 or visit http://www.sareflexology.org.za/ Remember that reflexologists are registered with the Health Professions Council, and you may, therefore, claim their fees from your medical scheme. We closed off the show with an interview with Dr Ivan Bromfield -- Director of City Health and Stanley Nondo from the Provincial Health Department. Last month two cases of cholera were reported in Khayelitsha. Two women were admitted to GF Jooste Hospital

In today's show, we were joined by Craig Parks – Cape Town Jazzathon Festival Producer. The Cape Town Jazzathon festival takes place at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheatre, from yesterday till Sunday the 11th of January and once again the show is set to unleash new talent while showcasing young and upcoming musicians. It is sponsored by the City of Cape Town, The Provincial Government of the Western Cape and the Department of Arts and Culture. Program runs from 13h00-21h00PM. Today you can see The Verses Project, Tracey Appolis, Celeste Williams, Claire Phillips and Judith Sephuma. Patrons are reminded that no alcohol is allowed in the amphitheatre (drinking of alcohol is limited to the licensed venues around the V&A Waterfront complex). For regular updates on the Cape Town Jazzathon, go to www.jazzathon.co.za We also heard from Graham Weir - founder of Not the Midnight Mass. They are described as the wildy whacky, hugely entertaining, extremely talented and beautifully soundin