Better Together with Ntombi M

Koko Mamabolo gives a reading to Kamogelo.

Anonymous requests an apology from his former partner.

How many times were you cheated on before you left therelationship or marriage?

As we wrap up the month of July — officially recognized in South Africa as Mental Illness Awareness Month — we continue the conversation around mental health, healing, and breaking the stigma.Today, we’re honoured to spotlight a woman who has been at the forefront of psychological transformation and emotional wellbeing. Letta Selamolela-Mosima is a seasoned clinicalpsychologist with over 20 years of experience. She’s also the founder of Letta Consulting Services — a practice rooted in therapeutic healing, personal empowerment, and long-term mental wellness.

#BetterTogether | In a bold and unified move, the SABC has officially launched a Gender-Based Violence campaign that will run across all 19 of its radio stations, reaching millions of South Africans in every language and corner of the country.  Ms. Nada Wotshela, the SABC’s Group Executive for Radio elaborates.  #ItEndswithYou

#BetterTogether |Is it wrong to expect "a girlfriend allowance?” — A listener shares her dilemma.

The postpartum seclusion period for mothers and their newborns, “botsetse” ukubanjwa kwezinyanga or isikhathi sokubanjwa honours the healing, nurturing, and bonding between a mother and her newborn baby. It’s more than just recovery — it’s about restoration, care, and communitysupport.  we’re joined by Kefilwe Sibenya a  Birth & Postpartum Doula, Founder of Mmabotsetse Birth & Support Service — working to strengthen maternal care through culturally grounded andcompassionate support.

We last caught up with Lethabo from Pretoria on 22 April 2022. She was on the search for a soulmate someone between 45 and 48, tall, dark, and not too skinny, with a bit of muscle.

#AskAnExpert | Stuck under bad leadership, what should you do? #WorkplaceStruggles #ToxicLeadership #LetsTalkWork Lerato Shawane - HR Specialist elaborates

Once, Twice, thrice? How Many Calls Is Too Much? A forum has sparked debate over whether repeat calling without urgency is rude. Is one call enough, or is calling back two or three times acceptable? How many times do you call before giving up?

After his son was sentenced to life imprisonment, Durban businessman Nick Nzama deemed it more important than ever to  foster  an initiative that equips young boys into becoming better men in the future. 

Mme Claudine offers guidance to a parent who is struggling with the loss of losing the version of their child that they had dreamed they would be.

Lerato Mvelase is a celebrated thespian, her versatility and range, has captivated audiences in film and television for 30 years now. Lerato has a ranging catalogue having been on the productions of Home Affairs, Shreds & Drama, Home Sweet Home, Soul City and she had a cameo role on Backstage just to name a few…. She now stars in Marked, a raw and emotionally-charged six-part crime drama following a cash-in-transit security guard, Babalwa, a woman cornered by circumstance, fighting to protect what matters most. 

Mkhulu Manzolwandle gives a reading to Dolly.

Anonymous would like to apologise to her brother for an altercation that happened a few years ago.

Who are some of the people you are struggling to forgive in your life, what happened?

Would you spend R50,000 on a one-year-old's birthday?

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age.Its characterized by irregular periods, excess androgens, and polycystic ovaries, where the ovaries contain numerous small, fluid-filled sacs.We chat to obstetrician and gynecologist Dr Jackson Ndhlovu.

Thabelo Phidza grew up with dry skin, struggling to find a product that catered for her skin type inspired her to start Glowing Queens Cosmetics during the covid-19 pandemic.She started off by conducting her own research to find effective ingredients to relief dry skin.Seeing her homemade mixture make a difference on her dry skin, coupled compliments led to the start of Glowing Queens Cosmetics.

We speak with legal expert Kholofelo Mashitisho of Mashitisho Attorneys, who offers guidance to a parent about the financial aspects of child support for an individual over the age of 18.

We are talking the family house this morning.What does the family home mean to you as an adult? Is it a place ofpeace, do you go there to rest? Do you still go there?

Oasis Haven is an NPO aimed at loving vulnerable children as their own and working to provide a family for them through adoption or in their Family Homes. They focus on quality care, education and therapy, rooted in faith. Their longer term ambition is to train families, communities, churches and other organisations in the Family Home Care Model, so that the vast quantity of children with no homes can be given quality family care.We chat to Qondani Tshuma, Fundraising Manager at Oasis Haven.

Mgabe Magabaza offers guidance to anonymous who believes her partner that displayed a lot of potential but is struggling financially.

What are your thoughts on getting into a marriage/relationshipwith someone based on you believing in their potential, have youdone it, did it work out?

Koko Mamabolo gives a reading to Nomathemba.

Anonymous asks his now ex-partner for forgiveness for his infidelity and failure to cherish her during their 6-year relationship.

If you could give a piece of advice or a warning to your ex’s currentpartner, what would you say?

July marks Fibroid Awareness Month. During this time we educate and reduce stigma around uterinefibroids, which are noncancerous growths in the uterus that affect millions of women worldwide. We chat to Fertility Specialist, Dr Lusanda Shimange-Matsose.

Why do family members invite your ex-partner to family gatheringsknowing very well that you are no longer together and have movedon?

This Mandela Day, Radio 2000 partners with SABC CSI and Gift of the Givers to support our communities and honour Madiba’s legacy. It will be a day full of giving and community service in the spirit of Ubuntu. On Mandela Day, this Friday the 18th of July, Radio 2000, SABC CSIand Gift of be Givers will be at the Orlando Children’s Home in Soweto. The Orlando Children’s Home caters for children who have been abandoned by their parents. We get more on this exciting initiative from Mr Ali Sablay from Gift of the Givers.

We speak with legal expert Michael Erasmus to discuss the procedures that need to be followed in order to correct or remove the name from home affairs.  

Today, we help Cassy find love.

In Honour of Mandela Day Mashitisho Attorneys is on a mission to collect 670 sanitary pads and tampons before the 16th of July for underprivileged girls and women.  We chat to Lurenchia Jacobs, from Mashitisho Attorneys.

Mme Claudine offers anonymous guidance on handling toxic family members.

⁠How did you discover that your own family didn't care about yourwell-being, and what happened?

Sannah Mchunu is a multi-award winning actress best known for her versatility with a wide range of skills. She is famous for her role as Zodwa on Gomora. Sannah has joined the cast of Generations: The legacy where she will play the character of Phindi Nxumalo, a married woman, loyalONLY to her husband.

Mkhulu Manzolwandle gives a reading Nonhlanhla.

After experiencing significant financial strain at home and moving out, she is pleading with her mother for forgiveness.  

We are talking funeral etiquette this morning!What should we be doing, what should we not be doing, have welost our ways when it comes to respecting funerals?

Clinical Psychologist, Dr Keitumetse Mashego joins us to unpackeating disorders. Eating disorders are mental health conditions where peopledevelop unhealthy eating habits, often accompanied by distressing thoughts and emotions.These conditions can impact physical health, mental well-being, and social relationships.

Morning Sis Ntombikayise, on your next topic, may you please ask your listeners, ukuthi, how do they cope with a jealous partner, yoo ngiya gowisha mina.

The SARS tax season is upon us, we guide you through the process, explain auto assessment, and help you understand when to file your returns with Tax Practitioner Cheryl-Lynn Freeman.

For 15 years, Johanna has been grateful to his husband Erick for being a wonderful and helpful companion.

Is it possible for someone to dislike you but love your children?

Ladles of Love is a non-profit organisation that mainly aims to provide meals to people living in abject poverty across the Cape Peninsula and Gauteng. In honour of Mandela Month, they are calling on businesses and South Africans at large to put compassion in action, this Mandela Day. We chat to Danny Diliberto founder and CEO of Ladles of Love.

Mme Claudine offers guidance to a parent who is worried about her daughter's failing marriage.

When should elders start getting involved in a marriage to offerassistance or advice? What made you involve the elders in yourmarriage, what happened?

Koko Mamabolo gives a reading to Thamsanqa

One of our listeners apologizes to his partner.

Do things tend to come easily to you, or do you find that you needto put in extra effort to achieve your goals?