Thetha Nathi

Chasing our dreams is what drives us, what fuels our souls and what makes us who we are. We sit down with Lebogang Thubakgale (26) better known by his stage name LebzaTheVillain, and he shares with us how his journey has been like so far as he is chasing his dreams of becoming a well know DJ and producer all over the world.

This week on Thetha Nathi we sit down with Lethabo Rapoo ( 21) a young photographer & creative director for Hunt For Melanin, a social media movement that aims at breaking down the dark skinned/ yellow bone stigma by showing and promoting the beauty of everything Melanin.

Having depression for young and black people is a taboo among black communities, Thetha Nathi talks to Onke Mpokeli (23) and Wandile Mthembu (26) about how maybe the lack of information about such illnesses in our communities may also contribute towards more young people doing drugs.

Thetha Nathi talks to Anele Zondo (24) aka, Ney The Bae and she shares with us her stories, experiences with breaking into the television industry. We want to be acknowledged, we want to shine bright under the skies, it is frustrating to feel like your dreams are not being acknowledged hence we always vent out about how 'they' should #OpenUpTheIndustry

This week, Thetha Nathi speaks about what it takes to chase your dreams and what it takes to make it as an artist. Tiko Motabasindi aka Prime The Gifted (26) is an up and coming musician who sits down and chats with us about his experiences and struggles trying to make his mark in the industry. “Youth think you have the keys, I’ll find a back door,” Prime expresses his thoughts on the PAYOLA system some compilers use.

Episode 2 Siphesihle Losi the 26 year old is the managing director @ iLosi Events Management, she shares her journey as a young black female business owner and what it takes to make it in business. Koketso Matjila the 24 year old founder & owner of the TaxiCab S.A. app, believes that it is important to know what you want to do and why you are doing it. He shares his journey to creating the taxi app.

Episode 1 Thetha Nathi links up with streetwear activist Billy and clothing designer, Onke, to reflect on their role as the youth. They speak frankly about their challenges as well as their privileges. They tackle wide-ranging issues from apathy to succeeding in achieving their goals.