Men are encouraged to help with household work

Patrick Godana – National Manager Sonke Gender Justice was Instudio. We were talking about sharing work amongst partners: fathers and mothers. Over the next few months Bush Radio together with Sonke Gender Justice, are looking at the role that fathers can play in the lives of their partners, children and in the reduction of HIV and AIDS. The programme is brought to you by MenCare. MenCare is a global campaign to promote men’s involvement as equitable, responsive and non-violent fathers and caregivers. For further information you can contact Sonke Gender Justice on (021) 423 7088 or visit www.men-care.org or www.genderjustice.org.za

FEW empowers LBTI women

We closed off with Phindi Malaza – From the Forum for the Empowerment of Women. The Forum for the Empowerment of Women or FEW is a non-profit organisation that works with and in the interests of Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender women in communities of South Africa. For more information go to www.few.org.za or contact (011) 403 1907.

Human Rights - NGOs effectively tackle Xenophobia

In today's show, we spoke to Anthony Muteti – From People Against Suffering Oppression and Poverty or PASSOP. PASSOP is a community-based non-profit organization and grassroots movement that works to protect and promote the rights of all refugees, asylum seekers and immigrants in South Africa. He was joined by Mncedisi Mbatha and Fred Bi dandi – from the Agency for Refugee Education, Skills Training & Advocacy or ARESTA. We were talking about Xenophobia. According to research undertaken by the Forced Migration Programme, sections of the South African population are highly xenophobic. For further information about PASSOP you can contact Anthony on (021) 762 0322 or 084 351 0388 alternatively send an email to anthony@passop.co.za ARESTA fulfils a practical empowerment role in educating and providing skills to refugees and asylums seekers, helping refugees develop their own strengths in order for them to become self-reliant during their stay under the protection of the South African Government. If you want more information you can contact their offices at (021) 696 5764 or visit www.aresta.org.za

Western Cape Albinism and Hypo-pigment Foundation raise awareness about albinism

Nasis & Sylvia

Nasis Kimbasin and Sylvia Mama - The Chairperson of the Western Cape Albinism & Hypo-pigment Foundation were also Instudio. The Western Cape Albinism and Hypo-pigment foundation’s aim is to raise awareness and educate people about the condition. For further information you can contact Sylvia on 083 443 5946 or send an email to sylviamama1@yahoo.com

TEACH program empowers matriculants

We closed off with Takiyah Ndwanya – Regional Programme Manager at Living Through Learning. We were talking about the Tertiary Education Access Channel bridging program or TEACH. The project runs from February until November and students attend classes daily. It is sponsored by Datatec Educational Trust. If you would like to find out more about what they do contact their offices on (021) 761 2842 or visit www.livingthroughlearning.org.za

Health - February is STI/Condom Month

In today's show, we spoke to Naeema Hoosain - Assistant Director for STIs and Barrier Methods at the Western Cape Health Department. We were talking about the importance of STI/Condom Month. February is STI/Condom Month. This initiative was launched in February 2004 by the Department of Health under the leadership of the late Manto Tshabala–Msimang to bring to light the importance of safe sexual practices through the use of condoms and particularly emphasizing the responsibility in preventing the transmission of STIs and HIV/AIDS. If you want more information you can go to your nearest hospital or clinic alternatively contact 0800 012 322.

Dr Ebrahim Essop introduces Oxirub

Dr Ebrahim Essop – Founder of Oxirub joined us on the line. Dr Essop's practice deals with all homeopathic consultations and treatment. His primary interest is in allergies and pain management. Oxirub is a product which contains only natural oils. It is said to be clinically proven in double-blind studies to be an effective pain reliever. It is available from his practice at R135 for a 13ml bottle. It is said to:

·    Relieve arthritis pain

·    Relieve tense, painful back, leg, and neck muscles

·    Effectively treats bursitis pain

·    Takes the ache out of bumps, sprains, bruises and sore feet

·    Immediately relieves cramp on the sports field.

·    Treats minor burns due to the increased oxygen to the microcirculatory system

·    Effectively stops cold sores if applied at the onset

For more information contact him on (021) 703 2694 or 076 916 8363.