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Polygamy is a popular type of marriage in the African community. Many wives across the country are currently in this type of marriage even though it is often deemed taboo or unusual. In this final episode of Makoti Unveiled Season 1, Siya Tsewu speaks to Uthando Nesthembu's Thobile Mseleku -- also known as Makhumlo -- on what it means to be a wife in a polygamist marriage.

With multiple cultures and 11 official languages, it is not uncommon for South Africans to marry into different races or cultures. Assimilating into the different practices, however, can be a daunting experience for many. Siya Tsewu speaks to two women — one married to a white man and the other to a Zulu man — about their experiences and what they have learned.

When is the right time for your parents to finally meet your boyfriend? Many cultural practices say boyfriends should only meet your parents when they intend to marry. We spoke to two women who are also parents on their personal experiences and what they now practice in modern times.

Enjoyed part one of the husbands' talk on oMakoti, tradition and partnership in marriage? Well, you'll love part two of that conversation. In this episode, we continue our talk with Musa Mseleku and Pastor Lwazi Dekeda. We also bring in Chef and progressive thinker, Kabelo Molepo to share his view on modern marriage and gender roles. Listen now!

The role of uMakoti in the family can be a contentious one as African tradition and modernity collide. In previous episodes, we spoke to Okoti from all walks of life who told us about their experiences. In this episode, we bring in the husbands. Host, Siya Tsewu speaks to popular traditionalist and polygamist Musa Mseleku and Pastor Lwazi Dekeda about what they believe the role of uMakoti is and how they treat their own wives in this context.

Ukukotiza (performing chores for your in-laws) can be a daunting experience. In this episode, host, Siya Tsewu speaks to a newlywed makoti about her experience with ukukotiza as a working woman. We also speak to the author of a makoti self-help book and a representative from Makoti Assist -- an organization that helps Makoti's with their chores. Host: Siya Tsewu Producer and editor: Pam Magwaza

Most African cultures are deeply patriarchal and the role of the makoti is usually that of a "helper or supporter" to the husband and his family. Many modern women who identify as feminists are rejecting this view as they seek to be treated fairly and to be seen as equal in marriage. Can culture and feminism co-exist? In this episode, Siya Tsewu speaks to a traditional wife and a married feminist on how they navigate marriage with their ideologies. Host: Siya Tsewu Produced and edited: Pam Magwaza

Makoti Unveiled is our new series aimed at current, to-be and aspiring makotis. Regardless of your culture, becoming a makoti can be a daunting experience – and we're here to help. Every week, our host, Drum journalist and resident makoti, Siya Tsewu, will speak to different women who will share their relatable experiences as makotis and give valuable advice to all who need it. Listen now! Host: Siya Tsewu Producer and Editor: Pam Magwaza

Radio and media personality Anele Mdoda (37) has a lot to celebrate. She tells us she’s glad for the break after winning her first award as a breakfast radio host at the South African Radio Awards recently.

It all started with a YouTube video. Young entrepreneur Marvellous Langa's dreams were realised after she learned how to make her own detergent through a tutorial on YouTubeIn this episode of Her Story we speak to Marvellous, who is the owner of the detergent brand, Marvellous Chem. She started her business shortly after graduating with her Chemical engineering degree and has managed to make a success of it by competing in local food retailers with big brands. This is her story.

She discovered that she was called to be a sangoma at the age of 11. However, it took rapper Gigi Lamayne years to finally accept that call. In this episode, she discusses her journey and how it has changed her life.

She grew up identifying as gay. From a rural town with little access to information, Lehlogonolo Machaba couldn't yet understand the difference between her sexuality and gender dysphoria. One day, she watched a young woman from Nevada, US, compete in the Miss USA beauty pageant. Her name was Kataluna Enriquez and she was the very first openly transgender woman to take part in the history of the event. This is when Lehlogonolo Machaba knew that she was in fact a woman and later came out as trans. In this episode, we speak to Lehlogonolo about becoming the first openly trans woman to make it into the Miss SA top 30.