In this episode of Adulting 101, we’re talking about something that can open or close financial doors—your credit score.

Whether you’re looking to buy a car, rent a home, apply for a loan, or even secure a job in some sectors, your credit score plays a critical role. But many people still don’t fully understand what it is, how it’s calculated, or why it matters so much.

We are joined by Magauta Mphahlele is the Executive Director of the South African Credit and Risk Reporting Association

All you need to know about a Credit Score | Radio 786

As US President Donald Trump began his second term, India hoped for a stronger alliance with Washington. But a brief India–Pakistan standoff and shifting US loyalties have strained that optimism. The US’s support of the Israeli genocide in Gaza has also depreciated its standing on the world stage. So from tariffs to arms deals, the cracks in Western order in far East are widening fast. Today, we unpack the rising tensions, China's quiet influence, and the future of global power dynamics. 

Guest: FM Shakil, freelance journalist and analyst focused on geopolitical developments in West and South Asia

Is the US shifting its focus in South Asia and Northern Africa? | Radio 786

As Africa's population is set to nearly double by 2050, with most growth in cities, the stakes for urban planning have never been higher. In Cape Town, we’re already seeing the clash between the need for more housing, and areas becoming increasingly congested. Issues around traffic, public services, and crime have all been raised as major concerns. So how can urban planning make a difference? 

Guest: Dr Belinda Verster, senior lecturer at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology’s Department of Urban and Regional Planning

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Populations are growing - how urban planning can prevent overcrowding | Radio 786

Radio 786 had the privilege of getting up close and personal with one of South Africa’s greatest sporting icons — Natalie du Toit.

From her remarkable career as a swimmer who redefined what was possible in sport, to her tireless work inspiring communities, Natalie has become a household name both here at home and internationally.

Now, she enters an exciting new chapter — having just been appointed as the Head of Brand for the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation. This marks a full circle in her more than 20-year journey with Laureus, where she began as one of the first South African ambassadors and is now stepping into a key leadership role.

Guest: Natalie du Toit - South African Olympic Swimmer

Making Waves Beyond the Water: Natalie du Toit Leads with Laureus | Radio 786

Radio 786 is a community broadcaster based in Cape Town, South Africa. 

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