The Motherhood Network

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 powerful conversations about motherhood.Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts!Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the Newsletter:⁠https://themotherhoodnetworkza.com⁠Get behind-the-scenes stories, motherhood gems, and exclusive updates in your inbox.Follow us on Social Media:Instagram → / themotherhoodnetworkza TikTok → / themotherhoodnetworkza

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 @Motherkindco HQ for the support in bringing these essential conversations to life. 🌸Don’t forget to subscribe and hit the bell for more powerful conversations about motherhood. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts!Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the Newsletter:https://themotherhoodnetworkza.comGet behind-the-scenes stories, motherhood gems, and exclusive updates in your inbox.Follow us on Social Media:Instagram → / themotherhoodnetworkza TikTok → / themotherhoodnetworkza

This episode of The Motherhood Network features a powerhouse couple: Dr. Lawrence Mabasa, a leading nutritional scientist, and Dr. Kopano Matlwa Mabaso, a medical doctor, acclaimed novelist, and social justice advocate. Together, they bridge the gap between rigorous science and the lived reality of African motherhood.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 powerful conversations about motherhood. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts!Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the Newsletter:https://themotherhoodnetworkza.comGet behind-the-scenes stories, motherhood gems, and exclusive updates in your inbox.Follow us on Social Media:Instagram → / themotherhoodnetworkza TikTok → / themotherhoodnetworkza

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 Nandi Madida to discuss the heavy responsibility of leading a major city while navigating the personal journey of motherhood. We explore the "55% Factor" the immense power South African women hold in shaping the future and the importance of accountability, safety, and building a legacy that our children can actually inherit.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 powerful conversations about motherhood. Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your podcasts!Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the Newsletter:https://themotherhoodnetworkza.comGet behind-the-scenes stories, motherhood gems, and exclusive updates in your inbox.Follow us on Social Media:Instagram → / themotherhoodnetworkza TikTok → / themotherhoodnetworkza

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 the cultural fears surrounding death and discuss the practical "shields" that prevent family chaos—specifically for the Black community, where intestate succession often leads to devastating loss
From understanding the differences between Living and Testamentary Trusts to navigating the complex landscape of Customary Marriages and Matrimonial Regimes, this episode is a masterclass in financial and legal literacy. Zola also explores the spiritual side of legacy, urging mothers to recognize that as long as they have a "womb"—physical or nurturing—they must have a trust to protect their lineage.
In this episode, you will learn:
The 3 legal requirements for a valid Will in South Africa.

Why relying on Intestate Succession can leave your children vulnerable.

How to use a Trust for wealth preservation and generational transfer.

The 1998 Recognition of Customary Marriages Act and its impact on your estate.

Special thanks to @Motherkindco HQ for supporting these essential conversations for the modern mother.