The Motherhood Network

What will it take to build a better South Africa, and who should be held accountable for the challenges facing our communities?In this episode, we sit down with Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), for a candid and wide-ranging conversation about leadership, immigration, political accountability and the future of South Africa.As the country prepares for the local government elections, Malema shares his visi...

The Motherhood Network’s Election Series begins with ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba.In this wide-ranging conversation with Nandi Madida, Herman Mashaba reflects on his journey from growing up during apartheid to building Black Like Me, entering politics and serving as Mayor of Johannesburg.The conversation then turns to some of the issues facing South Africans ahead of the Local Government Elections — from service deliv...

Motherhood can change how you see your family, your dreams and even yourself.In this Heritage Day special, we sit down with LootLove, mother of twins, broadcaster and media personality, for an honest conversation about motherhood, identity, grief and navigating life when things don’t go according to plan.LootLove reflects on her journey into the media industry, becoming a mother to twin girls, losing her brother while raising...

In this Motherhood Network Book Club special, we sit down with Ntando Rambani for an honest and deeply personal conversation about motherhood, healing, identity, love, and the experiences that have shaped the woman she is today.Through the stories explored in her book, Ntando takes us back to her childhood, opening up about complicated love, emotional abuse, growing up with limited support, and the wounds she is still learning to h...

Motherhood can be beautiful, overwhelming, messy and deeply rewarding, sometimes all at once.In this episode, we sit down with Bonolo, mother of three, content creator, entrepreneur and founder of Mama & Co, for an open conversation about the realities of modern motherhood.Bonolo reflects on being raised by her father, becoming a young mother, experiencing judgement, struggling with breastfeeding and eventually finding her voic...

In this episode of The Motherhood Network, we sit down with Dr Mpume for an open and honest conversation about sex, intimacy, pleasure and the conversations women are often taught to avoid.Dr Mpume unpacks how intimacy can change through pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood and menopause, while also exploring communication between partners, sexual health, changing desire and why fathers experience their own emotional journey through p...

In this episode of The Motherhood Network, we sit down with acclaimed actress Gugu Gumede, star of the Netflix series The Polygamist, for an honest conversation about the woman behind the characters audiences have come to know and love.Gugu opens up about navigating fame, building a career in the entertainment industry and the realities that exist behind the spotlight. She also reflects on motherhood, family, faith, healing and the...

In this episode of The Motherhood Network, we sit down with entrepreneur, strategist and visionary, Nomndeni Sethole, for an honest conversation about motherhood, healing, faith and having the courage to build what only you can see.Nomndeni reflects on her journey from launching Fuse Academy and shaping some of South Africa’s earliest influencer campaigns to building Agenda Woman—a platform born from her own need for co...

With election season around the corner, conversations around leadership, service delivery, education, and accountability are more important than ever.In this episode of The Motherhood Network, we sit down with Ms. Siviwe Gwarube, South Africa’s Minister of Basic Education, for an honest conversation about the state of education in South Africa.Minister Gwarube opens up about the challenges facing the education system, from in...

In this Motherhood Network Book Club special, we sit down with Dr Mzamo Masito, author of This Country Hates Our Men & Boys, and Dr Khosi Jiyane for a powerful Father’s Day and Men’s Mental Health Month conversation.Together, we unpack the realities many men and boys carry quietly: father wounds, emotional pain, absent fathers, abusive patterns, shame, healing, therapy, and the pressure men often feel to keep going ...

In this episode of The Motherhood Network, we sit down with Pearl Thusi for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about her life, her journey, and the experiences that have shaped her.Pearl opens up about her background, family, motherhood, and the path that led her into the entertainment industry. She reflects on the highs and challenges of living in the public eye, navigating fame, dealing with criticism and controversy, and le...

In this episode of The Motherhood Network, we sit down with Dr Khanyile, a paediatrician, mother, author, health advocate, community-centered professional, and co-founder and Vice President of Mental Matters SA.She shares her journey into medicine, her passion for child health, and her commitment to educating and empowering communities. We also unpack important conversations around paediatrics, children’s health rights, healt...

This Mother’s Day, The Motherhood Network brings you a very special and heartfelt episode as Nandi Madida sits down with her son, Shaka Madida, for a beautiful conversation about motherhood, family, love, and the special bond between a mother and her child.Special thank you to @Motherkindco HQ for the support in bringing these essential conversations to life. 🌸Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the bell for more powerfu...

April is Autism Awareness Month, but on this episode of The Motherhood Network, Nandi and the incredible Sisanda move the conversation from 'Awareness' to 'Acceptance.' Both autism moms to beautiful daughters, they share the raw, unfiltered reality of getting a diagnosis, the financial strain of therapies (the 'Ferrari' per month!), and why your child’s non-verbal status is never a measure of their IQ.Special thank you to @Mo...

This episode of The Motherhood Network, we are joined by the Executive Mayor of Tshwane, Dr. Nasiphi Moya.As mothers, we are the primary stakeholders in the state of our nation. While this conversation sits at the heart of the administrative capital, it is not a political debate it is a look at the household reality of South Africa. When governance works, our homes thrive; when it falters, our families feel it first.Dr. Moya joins ...

This episode of The Motherhood Network features Nandi Madida in a powerful, life-changing conversation with fiduciary specialist Zola Mbatha. Together, they demystify the legal foundations every family needs to secure their legacy and protect their children."Real love plans ahead". In this deep dive, Zola Mbatha explains why a Last Will and Testament is the most important act of love you can perform for your family. We move past th...