Capricorn Breakfast with Complexion and Mpho Mashita

#FreshSqueeze | Spaza shop registration due date looming

In December the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa announced that the application to register spaza shops was extended to the 28th of February which is less than 10 days away. Mpho Mashita and Complexion talk to Zaid Kalla, Public Relations Manager at Limpopo Economic Development…

19 Feb 11 min

BreakfastMasterclass | How to co-parent with a person that is trying to turn your children against you

Co-parenting can be especially difficult when the two adults do not get along. But what happens in the extreme cases where the primary parent tries to turn the children against the other parent? Mpho Mashita and Complexion talk to Vutomi Banda, a Mental Health Life Coach and Founder of Lesedi…

18 Feb 9 min

PropertySpeaking | Can your prospectic property handle heavy rains? Questions to ask before buying property

On Property Speaking, Mpho Mashita and Complexion talk to Phillip Schoeman, Broker and Owner of Remax about the questions you should be asking before buying property especially regarding the drainage system of the area you are buying. Can the area handle heavy rains and why you need to buy from…

13 Feb 7 min

YouAreTheBusiness | Mothebudi Mashitisho has his eyes set on catering for big events one day

Complexion and Mpho Mashita talk to Mothebudi Mashitisho, the founder of “Mokone Wa Barolong”. They make all types of platters for small meetings and private functions where the crowd isn’t that big. He talks about the humble beginnings of his business and his future goals as he receives advise from…

11 Feb 11 min

Fresh Squeeze | What could be causing the spike in suicide attempts amongst teenagers

Almost 7,500 SA children tried to take their own lives in nine months. As South Africa marks Teen Suicide Prevention Week from February 9-16, highlighting the growing issue of teen suicide. SADAG’s National Toll-Free Suicide Crisis Helpline receives numerous calls from teens seeking help for themselves or friends. Psychologists say…

11 Feb 7 min

MoneyPower | How to avoid having a Valentines Day gift turn into a loan

As Valentine's Day approaches, Mpho Mashita and Complexion are joined by Attorney and Associate at Everton Dankuru Attorneys, Mduduzi Magadula to talk about the legalities around Valentines Day gift and all gifts in general. How do you make sure that the gift you receive is not really a loan.

9 Feb 9 min

Fresh Squeeze | Concerns about workers spending more than 57 percent of salaries on transport and electricity

The General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (Giwusa) has raised concerns over the findings of the latest Household Affordability Index report, which reveals that the average South African worker spends over 57% of their monthly earnings on transport and electricity. Mamewatle Sebei, the President of Giwusa joins Mpho Mashita…

9 Feb 9 min

Lifestyle Friday | Why you need to learn how to swim

For Lifestyle Friday, Mpho Mashita and Complexion are joined by swimming coach at the Polokwane Swimming Club, Lizzy Naidoo about why it's important to learn how to swim, even as an adult. Lizzy takes the team through some of the basic things you need to know before learning how to…

6 Feb 8 min

FreshSqueeze | What does the Cape Herb and Spice announces recall mean for consumers

The National Consumer Commission NCC says Cape Herb and Spice notified it at the end of last month that it was recalling various products manufactured between September 2023 and May 2024. Mpho Mashita and Complexion talk to the Spokesperson at the NCC, Phetho Ntaba about this and how it affects…

5 Feb 5 min

BreakfastMasterclass | How to actively reconnect with the world around you

Recent studies reveal that AI can outperform humans in detecting emotions, but this highlights the reality that we are failing to engage with our emotional intelligence. Mpho Mashita and Complexion do a masterclass with Relationship Expert, Paula Quinsee about restoring your connection with the world around you.

4 Feb 7 min

PropertySpeaking | Buying a stand from an agent vs buying from the owner- what's the difference?

Phillip Schoeman is a broker and owner of Remax- he joins Mpho Mashita and Complexion to talk about the difference between buying a stand from an agent vs buying from the owner. He looks at some of the pros and cons on both sides of the coin.

30 Jan 7 min

BreakfastChampion | Professor Hlengani Mathebula hands over new shoes to 2 schools

Professor Hlengani Mathebula, through his foundation is planning on gifting learners who cannot afford school uniform with a pair of new school shoes at 2 different schools. Complexion and Mpho Mashita speak to him as they celebrate him in the Breakfast Champion feature.

30 Jan 10 min

FreshSqueeze | South Africans show concern regarding social media content created in the middle of DRC conflict

South Africans have expressed discomfort at some of the visuals that have been making the rounds where soldiers are taking a video of themselves sending out their last words to their loved ones. A range of questions are being asked like, are soldiers even allowed to be taking content at…

30 Jan 5 min

BreakfastMasterclass | What to teach your child incase they get lost

Does your child know what to do when they get lost? What are the key things to teach your child incase they get lost? Complexion and Mpho Mashita are joined by CEO of Childline, Dumisile Cele about easy tricks, tips and phrases you can teach your child to execute and remain safe…

29 Jan 6 min

FreshSqueeze | USAID suspension hits SA as clinics halt services

The decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to reevaluate foreign aid programmes has already had an impact on voluntary health services in South Africa. Complexion and Mpho Mashita talk to Dr Angelique Coetzee from the Solidarity Dr's Network about the consequences of this decision on the ground sofar and what…

29 Jan 7 min

YouAreTheBusiness | The team at Opium Construction is passionate about home makeovers

Every Tuesday we show love to our entrepreneurs, giving them a chance to shine a light on their business and get the word out to more people. Mpho Mashita and Complexion are joined by Isaiah Maredi who is the founder of Opium Construction in Mankweng. They travel around the country…

28 Jan 8 min

FreshSqueeze | Road safety expert warns that annual roadworthy tests will inconvenience motorists

A road safety expert warns that the enforcement of annual roadworthiness tests for all vehicles in South Africa is not a solution to the country’s alarming road death rate, but rather a burden to motorists. Complexion and Mpho Mashita talk to Rob Handfield-Jones, Road Safety Advocate and Managing Director at…

28 Jan 6 min

PersonalPower | What happens when a romantic relationship in the office goes wrong?

The Judicial Conduct Tribunal hearing into sexual harassment claims against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge has been postponed until May this year. But it has started a conversation in South Africa about the dynamics of a relationship between someone in top management and a junior employee. Especially in cases…

27 Jan 7 min

#OverCoffee | with Bahumi Mhlongo

As she continues to find her voice outside of her parent's shadow, Bahumi Mhlongo joins Complexion and Mpho Mashita in a conversation about finding her voice, building her confidence and teaching others to do the same through motivational speaking.

24 Jan 21 min

#LifestyleFriday | How to save for that trip at the end of the year

Travelling is a lifestyle that many people are looking to incorporate into their lives but usually fail to budget effectively for due to various reasons. Complexion and Mpho Mashita talk to Thabiso Sekhula, the founder of 1000 Limpopo Secrets about how to save for that trip you and your friends…

24 Jan 4 min