RC 260808SAfmKgomotso Matsunyane & Ndumiso Ngcobo
Saturday, 8 August 2026
The episode mixed sharp election analysis with practical parenting advice and uplifting arts conversations, from coalitions and party structures to breastfeeding, car auctions and a mobile gallery.
- 07:40
Dr Ralph Mateha said South African voters are fragmenting after three decades of democracy, with many using a “control vote” to stop dominant parties from governing alone rather than backing a clear alternative.
- 07:48
On the MK Party, Mateha said supporters appear unconcerned by leadership being appointed centrally, but argued the party’s internal decision-making should still be open and democratic if it hopes to govern nationally.
- 08:22
Dr Chantel Witten said exclusive breastfeeding in South Africa has dropped to 22% from 32%, blaming mother-baby separation, weak social support and the lack of paid leave or wider safety nets.
- 08:26
Witten said mothers can breastfeed anywhere, that there is no law banning it in taxis, churches or public places, and urged workplaces to provide a clean space and time for expressing milk.
- 08:46
Nico Smith warned that car auctions can deliver bargains only with serious homework, insisting buyers inspect vehicles beforehand, know the rules and accept that sales are “as is” with no warranties.