Legal Matters: Arrested Without Cause & Breaking Surname Norms

Loading player...
This week on Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana tackled real-life legal scenarios that got listeners talking. From the troubling case of a candidate attorney unlawfully arrested, to a landmark South African court ruling affirming that husbands can legally adopt their wives' surnames, Dubazana breaks down what it all means - in plain

language. She also answered some of your burning legal questions, helping everyday South Africans better understand their rights and the law.
17 Sep 2025 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

Other recent episodes

Music feature: Songs of rebirth this Easter

In this week’s music feature, musicologist Sheldon Rocha Leal explores powerful songs of renewal and rebirth as Christians mark Easter. The spotlight falls on inspiring tracks like More Than What I Wanted by CeCe Winans, Umoya Wam by Rebecca Malope, and Avuleka Amazulu by Vuyo Mokoena, all capturing the spirit…
2 Apr 5PM 23 min

#IAmWinnieMandela campaign honours her legacy

A new film and campaign are shining a spotlight on Winnie Madikizela-Mandela’s legacy, with a focus on her mental health struggles during solitary confinement. The #IAmWinnieMandela event marks the anniversary of her passing with a screening and critical conversation on trauma and resilience. Phemelo is in conversation with the Producer…
2 Apr 5PM 16 min