South Africans Doing Great Things

Ntombenhle Khathwane, co-founder of Afro Botanics speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the brand's vision to cater for natural hair.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Established in 2010, the Right2Know Campaign has championed the cause for South Africans' access to information.  Busi Mtabane from the Right2Know Campaign speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the work the campaign has done.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Lydia Cairncross, Head of Breast and Endocrine Surgery at Groote Schuur Hospital, speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about her fight for quality healthcare and accessible higher education in South Africa.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Urban planner Sizwe Mxobo works to transform informal settlements. He speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about his work of exploring the possibilities in making informal settlements homes people can be proud of.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Made with Rural founder Leeko Mokoena's entreprenurship journey is focused on subsistence farming.  She is focused on helping people in her community to earn a living through farming and producing food.  Mokoena speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zulumathabo is a software engineer who authors the book The Basotho Origins of Mathematics. Zulu aims to use technology and knowledge to share African philosophy of science and cosmic knowledge with the people of the world. He speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yasseen Barnes says comedy saved him from a life as an insurance salesman.  Armed with sharp one-liners Barnes is now making a name for himself as a comedian in the country and beyond.  He spoke to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about his comedy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khanyi Pupuma is making a name for himself as a brewer of Jwarha Lager.  He speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the growth of his brewing business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TEACH South Africa has been focusing on developing South Africa's educators in the fields of maths, science, English and IT.  Co-founder Richard Masemola speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Youngsta represents a new generation of South African rappers who are elevating the country's hip-hop scene with music which contains provocative and relevant themes.  He speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn about his music and finding his voice as a rapper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Filmmakers Festival aims to showcase the work and improve access for Black filmmakers.  Founder and director Simbi Seam Nkula speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the vision of this festival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Girl Hype offers fun and practical opportunities for women and girls to engage with technology.  Founder Baratang Miya speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the great work Girl Hype has been doing.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kabelo Mokoena is a poet and Activator who uses art to to upskill youths.  Mokoena speaks to #NightTalk's Gugs Mhlungu about his work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Nkosi has been announced as the new host of the popular Mzansi Magic show Our Perfect Wedding.  She has also made her name as an actress on Isibaya.  Nkosi spoke to Gugs Mhlungu on #NightTalk about her successes and future aspirations in the entertainment industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Urban Zulu is strutting its stuff at New York Fashion Week.  Founder Papy Kaluw speaks to #NightTalk's Lovelyn Nwadeyi about the success of Urban Zulu, and the value the brand adds in inspiring entrepreneurship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mhlangabezi and Shannon Nombewu started their coffee business, Boys Coffee Club, to empower people in their community.  Together with Cape Town Regional Manager Sbu Papu, Mhlangabezi and Shannon spoke to #NightTalk host Lovelyn Nwadeyi about their unique coffee business.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tumelo Moloto is an Afro R&B artist who is determined to elevate his unique sounds in South Africa's music industry. He spoke to #NightTalk's Gugs Mhlungu and Wasanga Mehana about his music and successes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lawrence Brittain won a silver medal for the men's coxless pair at the 2016 Rio Olympics.  He overcame illness and several challenges to compete at the Rio Games. Brittain spoke to #NightTalk's Gugs Mhlungu and Wasanga Mehana about his rowing journey.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5FM DJ Rob Forbes has launched a children's reading app called Moppet.  Forbes believes that Moppet offers children quality time with their families, and will help to foster a culture of reading in an innovative way.  Forbes spoke to #NightTalks Gugs Mhlungu and Wasanga Mehana.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda Khanyisa Elisa Hobana is a 20 year old, third year BCom Accounting student at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University in Port Elizabeth. She is one of 24 girls from across the globe who will partcipate in this year's G(irls)20 Summit that will be held in Beijing, China on the 8th and 9th of August, 2016. She spoke to Wasanga Mehana and Gugulethu Mhlungu about her organisation called “You Can Foundation”  which aims to empower and mentor young girls from the townships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.