Carol Ofori

Carol Ofori spoke to attorney and advocate Vellie Sagadavan who shared her inspiring journey of overcoming blindness, building a successful legal career and becoming a powerful voice in the Blind community. She refused to let blindness define her future, from student to successful attorney, and how the KZN Blind and Deaf Society helped shape her path to greatness.

Carol is asking if anonymous is a skebenga for not buying his baby mama a Mother’s Day gift even after promising his kids that he would?

Carol Ofori takes the time to ask you what are you grateful for today, or who is that special someone you would love to appreciate ?

Carol Ofori is talking about kids who are exposed to too much screen time. This means that kids are either on their cellphones, tablets, watching tv and playing video games for hours. Parents have often said that this is sort of a copying mechanism for them because it keeps the children busy and occupied. However a local study found by IOL News revealed that most SA parents exceed recommended screen limits for kids. Many don’t realize the negative developmental impact this has on their kids.

Carol sits down with Zahraa Dockrat , a Muslim content creator, socialite, philanthropist and a model who wears her hijab with pride. She’s part of a new wave where style isn’t about how much you reveal… it’s about how confidently you show up in modest fashion. Get ready for inspiration, edge, and a whole lot of main character energy.

Eight years of marriage, a love that’s mostly held strong… but not without cracks. After surviving infidelity and brushing off his “second wife” jokes, one woman thought they had moved forward. Then came one suspicious night. He said it was a simple boys’ dinner at a seafood spot, but something didn’t sit right. What followed? A spiral of doubt, a string of phone calls to multiple restaurants across Durban, and a shocking discovery on social media that told a completely different story. Now she’s left wondering: was it intuition… or insecurity? Did she cross a line or was she justified? Am I the skebenga… or just a woman trusting her gut?

This week, Carol Ofori sparks a real conversation that hits home for so many moms is working from home helping… or hurting? With more women choosing flexibility, the question is bigger than ever. A 2024 report by RecruitMyMom reveals that 59% of working women in South Africa prefer hybrid work, while 33% are opting for fully remote roles. So what does this shift really mean for motherhood, productivity, and balance? From school runs to Zoom calls, we unpack the realities of hybrid work the wins, the challenges, and everything in between.

This week on WCW, Carol Ofori had a powerful and inspiring conversation with Françoise Malby-Anthony who is a formidable businesswoman, passionate conservationist, and co-founder of Thula Thula Private Game Reserve. In this episode, we unpack her remarkable journey of resilience, leadership, and her unwavering commitment to wildlife conservation. From navigating the challenges of running a world-renowned game reserve to protecting endangered species, Françoise shares the realities behind the beauty of conservation work and the purpose that drives it all. This is more than just a conversation, it’s a story of legacy, courage, and the deep connection between humans and nature.

Kenny Maistry speaks on his iconic radio career and reflects on raising his two daughters, now in their mid-twenties, after his divorce in 2018, emphasizing that while marriages can fail, it doesn’t make you a failure and parenting responsibilities remain.

Carol Ofori explored a super bizarre story regarding scammers and shared how she was almost scammed 3 times in the week KZN shared their "almost scammed" stories and you won't believe how sophisticated scammers are getting

Are we protecting our kids… or holding them back? In today’s Mom’s Moment, we unpack overprotective parenting a reality for many South African families navigating safety concerns, high crime rates, and the pressure to give children a better life. But when does protection turn into limitation? Studies show that overprotectiveness can create a “golden cage,” where children struggle to take risks, face challenges, and build independence. So where do we draw the line between keeping our kids safe… and letting them grow through real-life experiences? A thought-provoking conversation for every parent, caregiver, and anyone raising the next generation.

What truly makes a great leader? On this special Appreciation Monday, Carol Ofori sits down with M. K. Angajan an internationally recognised management philosopher, behavioural scientist, and author with over 35 years of experience. From working with leaders across five continents to bringing his sold-out Mind of a Leader masterclass to Durban, Angajan shares powerful insights on resilience, decision-making, and the mindset shifts needed to lead with intention. We also unpack his book The Hidden Frequency, the biggest barriers holding people back, and why gratitude remains a key part of effective leadership. This is a conversation about growth, self-mastery, and what it really means to lead from within.

Carol Ofori sat down with Sinenjabulo Zungu-Ntuli, Chief Marketing Officer at Zungu Investments and CEO of AmaZulu Football Club. From driving business strategy, sponsorships and partnerships to leading marketing and commercialisation at Usuthu, Sinenjabulo is shaping the future of sport and business in SA. She also holds an International MBA from IE Business School and a BBusSci Honours in Marketing from the University of Cape Town.

What do young people really think about the future? Carol Ofori was joined by visitors from Durban Preparatory High School, Mr Bedford, Mrs Sacks, and a bright group of learners: Yahya Barday, Eli Mqingwana, Leo Giessing, William Briscoe, and Lungelo Ntsele. From school life to big dreams and everything in between, this conversation gives us a glimpse into how the next generation sees the world and where they’re headed.

What happens when one person decides not to look away? In this powerful Women Crush Wednesday conversation Carol Ofori speaks to Lisa Thomson a Musgrave based interior decorator who’s taking matters into her own hands. From overflowing bins to neglected streets, she’s rolling up her sleeves and restoring pride in her community, one clean-up at a time. This is a story about action, accountability, and the power of everyday leadership proving that real change doesn’t always need a title… just someone willing to start.

Parenting in South Africa right now isn’t just about raising children it’s about navigating pressure from every angle. In this weeks Mom’s Moment, we unpack the reality of parental stres from school fees and rising costs to safety concerns, work pressure, and the emotional weight of trying to be everything to everyone. They say it takes a village to raise a child… but what happens when the village is overwhelmed too? This is an honest, relatable conversation for moms, dads, gogos, and caregivers because you’re not alone, and your story matters.

One woman. Four decades. A legacy that continues to shape South Africa. In this powerful Women Crush Wednesday conversation, Carol Ofori sits down with Dr. Tu Nokwe a celebrated artist, educator, and cultural leader whose work has touched generations. From music and storytelling to community upliftment and social justice, Mam Tu has dedicated her life to preserving heritage and empowering young people through the arts. This is more than a conversation it’s a story of purpose, passion, and the power of using your voice to make a difference

This week on Woman Crush Wednesday Carol Ofori sat down with Novashni Chetty, Chief Operating Officer at Hollywoodbest Sharks. With a career spanning over two decades, Novashni shares her journey from intern to executive leadership unpacking the mindset, resilience, and vision it takes to rise through the ranks in a male-dominated industry. From leading major campaigns and operations to being part of the prestigious Supersport Leaders Programme alongside icons like Lucas Radebe and Bongiwe Msomi, this is a conversation about growth, impact, and owning your space. She’s not just part of the game… she’s helping redefine it.

Carol Ofori speaks with Rachel Kolisi about her Falling Forward national tour, documentary, and book focused on identity loss, healing, and rediscovery. Three cities in, the tour arrives in Durban with strong ticket sales, and Rachel describes the event experience: an hour-long foyer market featuring women-owned businesses, drinks and snacks, brand spoils, a performance by Anika Kiana, a choir, the documentary screening, and an on-stage conversation with Nondumiso Denga. Rachel explains her intention to create a safe, honest space for women to share pain and challenges that society often struggles to accept, drawing on stories from attendees facing divorce, grief, and major life transitions. She shares that faith and a trusted support system keep her grounded, that her vulnerability is a legacy for her children, and that her key lesson is resilience as a “super power” and the power to choose what comes next.

In a world where screens are everywhere, how do we raise children who stay present, aware, and connected to real life? Daniela d’Hotman de Villiers - mom of two, digital marketing expert, and author of The Fox Who Forgot to Look Up - joins us to unpack the balance between technology and intentional living. After a simple moment with her son sparked a powerful realisation, Daniela set out to create something she couldn’t find - a way to help children (and parents) rethink their relationship with screens.

What started as posting videos during lockdown turned into a powerful business journey for Shayhara Ngubane. On this Woman Crush Wednesday, Shayhara joined Carol Ofori to talk about how she built a thriving content creation business earning over R700,000 online, working with brands and turning creativity into income. In this conversation, she shares the lessons she’s learned about building a personal brand, growing in the creator economy and treating content creation like a real business. Bonus for you: If you're looking to grow your own brand or content strategy, you can get 10% off Shayhara’s services using the promo code WCW10 at https://www.shayhara.co.za

From leading high‑performing teams at major financial institutions to completing a leadership programme at Stanford Graduate School of Business, Lesedi’s journey is one of strategy, resilience and unapologetic ambition. We unpack what it takes to rise in one of South Africa’s most competitive industries, how she defines success on her own terms, and why leadership today requires both commercial sharpness and inclusive vision. This is a conversation about breaking ceilings, owning your ambition and building influence with integrity.

The escalating conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States has caused the biggest disruption to global air travel since COVID-19 and South Africans are caught in the chaos. What should you do if you’re stuck? Can government evacuate you? And should you cancel that upcoming trip? We speak to DIRCO spokesperson Clayson Monyela to get clear, practical answers for South Africans at home and abroad.

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has delivered what many are calling the best budget in years for South Africa. But what does it mean for your wallet? Yesterday, Carol Ofori attended an insightful event hosted by FNB, where a panel of experts broke down the details of the national budget and its impact on the average South African. Carol called up one of the event panellist Siphamandla Mkhwanazi, Senior Economist at FNB, who unpacks the budget speech in simple, accessible terms. Have a listen to how the budget could affect your pocket, and get clear answers to your financial questions.

We sit down with Megan Pietersen, founder of Noa & Co., one of South Africa’s fastest‑growing premium wellness brands. What began as a search for clean, trustworthy supplements while supporting her husband’s professional rugby career turned into a nationally recognised brand now stocked in over 80 stores across the country. From award‑winning collagen products to a groundbreaking breastfeeding support formulation, Megan has built her business on integrity, transparency and real impact.

Multi-Award Winner and Platinum-selling artist SJAVA joined Carol Ofori to speak on 10 years of music, his newest album and his upcoming celebration tour!

Entrepreneur ecosystem builder and WomX founder Jayshree Naidoo joins us to talk business, resilience, and redefining success. With over 20 years in innovation and entrepreneurship development, Jayshree has created platforms that support women in building sustainable, impactful businesses. She also opens up about surviving breast cancer twice and how that experience reshaped her leadership and perspective on life. This episode is about starting where you are, building with intention, and remembering that your story has power.

This Woman Crush Wednesday falls on World Cancer Day, and we’re joined by Vera Nagtegaal - CEO of Vouch SA, leader, mom, and breast cancer survivor. Under this year’s theme “United by Unique,” Vera opens up about what it really means to live with cancer - navigating diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and still showing up for life and leadership. An honest, human conversation about resilience, perspective, and how adversity can refine us rather than define us.

In Part 2 of Moms Moment, Carol Ofori continues the conversation she started last week, unpacking the meaning behind the term “Mama’s Boy” and challenging why it so often carries a negative label. Traditionally used to describe men who are weak, dependent, or overly attached to their mothers, Carol takes a different view. She explores how a strong, loving bond between a mother and her son can actually raise confident, emotionally secure men, not fragile ones. KZN hit up the phone lines and shared their thoughts

What if the most powerful thing you could do this year is slow down? In this Women Crush Wednesday conversation, Kayla Beechy, Specialist Holistic Wellness Counsellor and founder of Otherwise; You Well?, joins Carol Ofori for an honest and deeply grounding discussion about mental health, emotional wellbeing, burnout, and the importance of checking in with ourselves and each other. Kayla unpacks what holistic healing really means, why emotional, mental, physical, and lifestyle wellbeing are deeply connected, and how small, intentional steps can lead to meaningful change.

Carol introduced a new feature titled "Moms Moment". From parenting, mom dilemmas, mom advice and things only moms know; Moms Moment explores the daily lives of moms and Carol Ofori's journey as a mom. Today, she launched Moms Moment by speaking on "Mama's Boys". This is a term that's been associated with men who are weak, dependent and emotionally attached to their moms. However, that's not what Carol thinks. Listen to the discussion here

Today was Executive Producer, Rory Petzer's last day with East Coast Radio and Carol Ofori went rogue and declared it 'Rory Day'. Friends of the show and colleagues all got together to surprise Rory Petzer with special messages, listen to the words of love shared for the Minister of Champions... It's 'Rory Day' as ECR bids farewell to our Champion

On this Women Crush Wednesday, Carol Ofori sits down with a powerhouse in volleyball: Prabashnee Naidoo! Discover her inspiring journey from local courts to world stages and her mission to empower women globally.

Carol Ofori sits down with the CEO of the South African Fraud Prevention Service, Manie Van Schalkwyk for a sobering look into South Africa’s escalating war against financial fraud, identity theft and impersonation scams. They unpack the powerful “Just Say Goodbye” campaign - a simple but life-saving rule urging South Africans to hang up immediately on unsolicited calls asking for urgent personal or banking information. You’ll hear real scam tactics criminals use, why your bank will never rush you on the phone, and how to protect yourself through tools like Protective Registration and Yima.org.za. With the festive season being prime time for scammers, this conversation is your essential guide to staying alert, staying smart, and staying safe.

In this inspiring Women Crush Wednesday conversation, Carol Ofori sits down with powerhouse filmmaker and business leader Cerisha Naicker - Director of Digital Productions, Executive Producer of The Get Real Talk Show, and one of KZN’s Top 40 Businesswomen. Cerisha opens up about her journey in a male-dominated industry, the discipline and creativity required to produce large-scale television content, and the passion that drives her work both behind the camera and in her philanthropic efforts.

After his viral reel had KZN absolutely HOWLING, Matty Govs joined Carol Ofori live in studio, and LottoStar gave him a real chance to play Santa’s Stash. And guess what? The man WALKED OUT with R30,000 in his pocket! From car-seat manifesting to in-studio magic, Matty proved once again that the energy you bring is the energy you get back. What a moment. What a win. What a vibe.

Emotional abuse doesn’t leave visible marks, but its impact can be life-altering. In this powerful 16 Days of Activism conversation, Clinical Psychologist Thobeka Nkosi joins Carol Ofori to unpack the realities of emotional abuse - how it starts, why so many survivors doubt their own experiences, and the psychological traps that keep people stuck in harmful relationships.

Carol Ofori speaks to actor and social advocate, Masoja Msiza about his initiative, New Man Rising. The initiative helps spread messages and awareness on gender based violence through theatre, storytelling, music and documentary. New Man Rising helps to mentor young men and also challenges men to rethink the concept of masculinity. New Man Rising, an initiative sparking dialogue around GBV ahead of 16 days of activism

Today’s Women Crush Wednesday is a woman whose story starts with one simple mission of helping people feel comfortable in their own skin. From a young doctor passionate about science and beauty, she has grown into one of South Africa’s leading voices in aesthetic medicine. Dr Parushinee Naidoo is the founder of Skin Solutions in Umhlanga - a clinic built on evidence-based care, advanced technology, and a deep belief in real, healthy skin results. She’s created her own award-winning medical-grade skincare range, and uses her digital platforms to teach thousands about better skin habits. A healer, a scientist, an educator and a woman who’s redefining confidence from the inside out.

Every year from the 25th of November to the 10th of December, South Africa marks the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children. While the campaign draws national attention, incidents of gender-based violence continue throughout the year, and many women and children in KZN face ongoing safety concerns. For many survivors, help can feel distant or temporary. Over the next 16 days, we will be sharing resources, survivor stories, and interviews with social workers and NGO directors who do the work every single day. To help us understand the country’s efforts, the challenges we are still facing, and the support available to victims and families, Carol Ofori spoke to Mr Pravin Chetty who is the Director of Restorative Services at the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development.

Today, South Africa comes to a pause as women across the country take part in the Women For Change Shutdown, a national stand-still calling attention to the rising levels of gender-based violence, femicide, and the urgent need for real accountability and reform. From Durban’s South Beach to cities and towns nationwide, thousands are stepping out to say: “Enough is enough.” To help us understand what today meanS, why this shutdown matters, and what South Africans need to know about the crisis we’re facing, Carol Ofori spoke to Michael Benevolent Masina, Gender-Based Violence Activist and Victim Support Lead at Women For Change.

Carol Ofori sits down with Bandile Matandela, the Chief Operating Officer at Quadcare, and a highly respected market and financial analyst. With South Africa hosting both the B20 and G20 Summits, Bandile helps us unpack what all of this really means - not just for global politics and big business, but for ordinary South Africans who are wondering what could actually change during and after these gatherings.

Carol Ofori chats to entrepreneur, businesswoman, author and founder of the Robin Hood Foundation, Cindy Norcott, who has just launched her third book. Carol invited Norcott into the studio as this week's Woman Crush Wednesday to talk about her new book, 'The Weight of Hope'. Norcott is a mother of two, a business owner of Pro Talent, which she founded 30 years ago, a motivational speaker, business coach, trainer, and mentor, as well as the head of the award-winning charity at the Robin Hood Foundation.

A beautiful, flavour-filled conversation with Fehmz in studio with Carol Ofori today, talking about her journey, her vibrant cooking style and her brand-new cookbook Damn Good Food. Such an inspiring chat!

This episode of Women Crush Wednesday with Carol Ofori features Sita Hiralal, a fashion trailblazer who took the leap from retail sales to the glamorous world of global fashion. Listen as Sita reveals the challenges and triumphs of bringing luxury brands to Durban and the empowering role fashion plays in women's lives.

Jasmeena Patel Shiba from Royal Tyres calls Carol Ofori with some good news. As an avid believer in uplifting her community and contributing towards the less fortunate, Patel Shiba was motivated to donate towards East Coast Radio's Season of Sharing 2025.

Carol Ofori chatted with multi-award-winning comedian, Vafa Naraghi. He delved into how his first comedy break was in Durban. He revealed how he was given his first break by East Coast favourite, Carvin Goldstone. Interestingly enough, his first experience on stage didn't go too well... LISTEN | Carol Ofori chats to multi-award-winning comedian Vafa Naraghi

Carol Ofori chatted with Pindiwe Filtane as her Woman Crush Wednesday. Filtane is  one of just five South African women chosen for the 2024 Tech Woman Program by the US State Department, representing KZN on a global stage. While she started in IT, she pivoted into the timber industry after a significant life loss. She began her journey for her husband, but has grown stronger and stronger in coming into her own. How Pindiwe Filtane is leading the way for women in ICT

Carol Ofori spoke with Varsha Haridass, Senior Social Worker at The SAVF KZN Social Services, located in Pietermaritzburg about her experience with children and families going without food. Haridass explained that the daily struggles some families endure to secure just one meal.

Carol Ofori spoke to registered paediatric dietitian Megan Marshall about the importance of proper nutrition for children - especially during the December holidays when school feeding programmes pause. The conversation ties into East Coast Radio’s Season of Sharing 2025: Feeding Smiles, in proud partnership with Pick n Pay - an initiative that ensures children across KZN don’t go hungry when schools close. Each R2,600 food hamper feeds a family of four to six for up to six weeks, filling the gap left when daily school meals stop. Last year, Season of Sharing raised over R1.15 million, bringing hope and full plates to hundreds of families. This year, the goal is even bigger - to feed more children, more communities, and more smiles. Donate now at ecr.co.za or join the Telethon on Friday, 7 November by calling 087 087 9495. Because no child should go hungry this festive season.