#NoToXenophobia ... Lulu Nifemi Raheem

Lulu Raheem is an African Elections Expert and heads the EMCA in Africa. She aims to unify election processes on the continent and advises on the legislative requirements to create environments that allow for free, honest and credible elections.

"iStart2 care more about my democracy" - Lulu Raheem

We chat to Lulu about election campaign stategies on the continent (What should we expect from the different political parties?), women in politics (Are we ready for a woman President?) and the challenges around xenophobia (Are we addressing the real concerns and problems?).

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Pierre du Toit and Keitu Gwangwa host the iStart2 Show on Thursdays at 17h30 (GMT+2). Check out our website on www.iStart2.com. Radio Today broadcasts on 1485AM in Johannesburg and nationally on DSTV audio channel 869. Radio Today also streams on its website www.1485.org.za and on 1485.mobi. Radio Today the station that cares. Radio that delivers!


Thought of the Day:

The iStart2 Academy is offering a learnership programme in Project Management (Level 4) at the iStart2 Hub in Lyttelton Centurion from June 2015 - June 2016. Learners will be hosted by iStart2 and the National Council of People with Physical Disabilities South Africa (NCPPDSA) for the duration of the project. Learners will gain experience in small business development through involvement in the iStart2 Challenge and Casual Day initiatives. 

A monthly stipend will be paid to successful applicants. 

Email your details to istart2global@gmail.com if you are interested to join this exciting programme. 

Applications close on 6 May 2015.

I get up again ... Bernadette Rigney & Terry-Ann Adams

Bernadette Rigney, director at fAbility, a company which shares innovative ideas and technology to assist and improve the lifestyles of persons with physical disabilities, is adamant:  “With all eyes on us, we may as well keep it fabulous!”

Keitu, Bernadette ("iStart2 do!"), Pierre and Terry-Ann

And fabulous they are indeed. Bernadette and Terry-Ann Adams chatted to us about  how we define a person with a disability, how far we've come in South Africa on Disability Rights and share their ideas around the issues of "Reasonable Accommodation" and "Universal Design". Persons with disabilities face a myriad of challenges but Terry-Ann feels strongly: "I don't want people to feel sorry for me. Once you are okay with who YOU are, you are okay with other people." Words of wisdom from a woman who have faced unspeakable discrimination against her person: "I get up again and I want you to smile."

To share the "fabulosity" of Terry-Ann and Bernadette, to get the latest Green Times News and hear some poetry from Natalia Molebatsi, just click play to listen to the show.




Thought of the Day:

Listen Thursdays @17h30 to the iStart2 Show on Radio Today 1485 AM in Jozi, Nationally on DSTV Audio Channel 869 or worldwide on www.1485.org.za. Show hosted by Pierre du Toit and the beautiful Keitu Gwangwa.

 

High Hopes ... Ianthe Smulders & Iris Freericks

I&IFORYOU, founded in Amsterdam and led by Iris Freericks and Ianthe Smulders from the Netherlands, has at its core the aim to reach out and make a difference.  Iris and Ianthe is travelling throughout South Africa, from Eastern Cape via Kwazulu Natal to Johannesburg.  And their intention?  "We want to help the people of South Africa realise greater self-sufficiency through the use of solar power, and to educate on how this source of renewable energy can greatly improve the lives of millions," says Ianthe.

"We believe in solar power for the people of South Africa" - Iris & Ianthe

“We aim to reach out to people worldwide (you) by bundling our combined efforts (I and I), and helping in places where we believe we can actually make a difference,” says Iris and Ianthe. "Africa, in return, taught us a lot. People from the rural areas live differently, but they are so happy."


With over 600 million people in Africa, 12 million in South Africa alone, having no access to power, portable (solar) power offers Africa the opportunity to generate its own energy supply and in that, transform millions of lives.

To listen to the show and how Iris and Ianthe make a difference, just click play:





Thought of the Day:

Listen Thursdays @17h30 to the iStart2 Show on Radio Today 1485 AM in Jozi, Nationally on DSTV Audio Channel 869 or worldwide on www.1485.org.za. Show hosted by Pierre du Toit and the beautiful Keitu Gwangwa.

Submit your art in any one of seven art categories. Check out the Challenge at www.istart2.com

Flight of the Bumble Bee ... Bridget van Oerle

Flight of the Bumblebee is recognisable for its frantic pace when played up to tempo. Symbolic of how Bridget van Oerle, Queen Bee of BUZ Publicity, operates in the world of arts, culture, lifestyle and entertainment. 

Founded in 1996, BUZ Publicity has since grown to become one of Southern Africa’s most respected and effective media, events and publicity firms, with a bulging portfolio of satisfied clients and award-winning campaigns under its belt.

Through imaginative campaigns and sheer hard work, BUZ has zoomed to take up a position at the forefront of the arts publicity industry. The company's raison d'être remains the same: using a hands-on approach to dynamic communication. 

"iStart2 get people to stop littering and to train our youth" - Bridget van Oerle

We chatted to Bridget about her recipe for success, her views on climate change, ("We need to be more aware"), sustainability, ("Recycling, cutting down on electricity and closing taps that are dripping") and the role she plays in making a difference in South Africa. "We work on projects that have meaning. Never forget the small people and the people with small budgets," says Bridget.

To listen to Bridget and to find out what the buzz is about, just click play:



Thought of the Day:

 

Listen Thursdays @17h30 to the iStart2 Show on Radio Today 1485 AM in Jozi, Nationally on DSTV Audio Channel 869 or worldwide on www.1485.org.za. Show hosted by Pierre du Toit and the beautiful Keitu Gwangwa.

We are looking for change makers willing to help with the roll-out of the iStart2 Challenge in 27 cities across South Africa. Join us in creating a more sustainable world.