https://rss.iono.fm/c/10123 The Social Network is Radio Al Ansaar’s daily afternoon talk show, bringing listeners together for engaging conversations, fresh perspectives and the stories shaping our communities. Hosted primarily by Zahir Bassa, the show takes a closer look at the issues that matter — from current affairs and social issues to lifestyle, community matters, interviews and everyday experiences. With thought-provoking discussions and a strong focus on real conversations, The Social Network gives listeners a platform to hear different perspectives, share their views and stay connected with what is happening around them. From important conversations that challenge the way we think to lighter discussions that keep the afternoon moving, the show delivers a dynamic blend of information, interaction and entertainment. Whether you're at work, on the road or winding down your afternoon, The Social Network keeps you connected to the conversations that matter. Host: Zahir Bassa Monday – Friday 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Durban: 90.4 FM | Pietermaritzburg: 105.6 FM Business en Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:27:51 +0200 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:13:32 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.3.0 Radio Al Ansaar no ZAHIR BASSA Daily feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p4462/logo_10123_20260827_122755_1400.jpeg https://rss.iono.fm/c/10123 The Social Network is Radio Al Ansaar’s daily afternoon talk show, bringing listeners together for engaging conversations, fresh perspectives and the stories shaping our communities. Radio Al Ansaar episodic Radio Al Ansaar executive@alansaar.org.za false ZA https://iono.fm/e/1731733 https://iono.fm/e/1731733 African Renaissance Unity: Political renewal or more of the same?
Guest: S. Mahlaba president, ARU & Abdul Voladia deputy president, ARU ]]> Business Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:11:00 +0200 0 0 The Social Network with Zahir Bassa 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 43:53 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1730467 https://iono.fm/e/1730467 PEOPLE IDEAS | A STRONGER TOMORROW

MONDAY 19 OCTOBER 2026
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

How one young entrepreneur turned an idea into opportunity.
A conversation on hustle, risk, resilience and building something from the ground up.

Guest: YUSUF GOGA
Founder, Little Dinos Softplay

Finalist • Minara Business Recognition Awards 2026

HOSTED BY ZAHIR BASSA ]]> Business Tue, 20 Oct 2026 07:55:00 +0200 0 0 YUSUF GOGA - Founder, Little Dinos Softplay - Finalist • Minara Business Recognition Awards 2026 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 7:31 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1729751 https://iono.fm/e/1729751 WITH ZAHIR BASSA
FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER 2026
15:00 - 16:30

GUEST: Muhhamed Allee
NATIONAL CHAIRPERSON
KZN LEADER uMSUNDUZI MAYORAL CANDIDATE TRUTH & SOLIDARITY MOVEMENT
IN CONVERSATION FIGHTING MUNICIPAL CORRUPTION
END TO POLITICAL PATRONAGE
WATER, ELECTRICITY & BASIC SERVICES
COMMUNITY OVERSIGHT & PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY
WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION
VOTE-BUYING & POLITICAL ETHICS
A CREDIBLE PLAN FOR UMSUNDUZI ]]> Business Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:55:00 +0200 0 0 Muhhamed Allee NATIONAL CHAIRPERSON KZN LEADER uMSUNDUZI MAYORAL CANDIDATE TRUTH & SOLIDARITY MOVEMENT 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 25:03 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1729255 https://iono.fm/e/1729255 Behind the Halaal Stamp
SANHA'S ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2026

We speak to Ebi Lockhat, SANHA's Public Relations Officer and Communications Manager, about this year's AGM and what it means for Muslim consumers.

GUEST; Ebi Lockhat
SANHA: PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER ]]> Business Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:16:00 +0200 0 0 Behind the Halaal Stamp SANHA'S ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2026 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 11:48 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1729242 https://iono.fm/e/1729242 PEOPLE IDEAS | A STRONGER TOMORROW
THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER 2026 3:00 - 4:30 PM

VOTE

INTERVIEW ONE 3:30 PM

PEOPLE'S FREEDOM PARTY
FROM COUNCIL PROMISES TO REAL CHANGE IN DURBAN

With the municipal elections approaching, we speak to eThekwini councillor
Moulana Muhammed Tariq about what has been achieved, the city's biggest challenges and what real change looks like for Durban's communities.

GUEST: Moulana Muhammed Tariq - eTHEKWINI COUNCILLOR - PEOPLE'S FREEDOM PARTY ]]> Business Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:40:00 +0200 0 0 PEOPLE'S FREEDOM PARTY FROM COUNCIL PROMISES TO REAL CHANGE IN DURBAN 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 24:45 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1723680 https://iono.fm/e/1723680 Business Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:31:00 +0200 0 0 The social network with Zahir Bassa 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 26:08 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1722112 https://iono.fm/e/1722112 Business Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:24:00 +0200 0 0 The social network with Zahir Bassa 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 37:57 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1721573 https://iono.fm/e/1721573 Business Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:22:00 +0200 0 0 When Systems Fail: Crime, Health & the People Caught in Between PART 2 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 19:17 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1721554 https://iono.fm/e/1721554 Business Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:36:00 +0200 0 0 When Systems Fail: Crime, Health & the People Caught in Between PART 1 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 30:28 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1720661 https://iono.fm/e/1720661 Business Tue, 22 Sep 2026 13:40:00 +0200 0 0 The Social network with Priya Ranchod 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 29:09 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1719432 https://iono.fm/e/1719432
Join Zahir Bassa as he welcomes the inspiring young entrepreneurs behind Durban’s Young Innovators Market for a special live edition of The Social Network.

Discover how creativity, innovation and community spirit are empowering the next generation of changemakers. From handmade products to entrepreneurial journeys, this ]]> Business Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:51:00 +0200 0 0 🎙️ THE SOCIAL NETWORK | Kids Live in Studio 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 45:57 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1718497 https://iono.fm/e/1718497 Business Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:20:00 +0200 0 0 🌿 *SKINCARE SIMPLIFIED | TODAY ON RADIO AL-ANSAAR!*🌿 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 11:46 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1718490 https://iono.fm/e/1718490 Business Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:27:00 +0200 0 0 Ekurhuleni Killings 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 30:52 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1717165 https://iono.fm/e/1717165 WHY ARE WE STILL LOSING THE BATTLE?
After 38 years on the frontlines, why are women and children still not safer?

Guest: VANESSA SAMUEL-CHETTY
Survivor • GBVF Advocate • Founder, The Hope Foundation • National Dialogue Steering Committee GBVF Sector

HOSTED BY: MOHAMED AYAAZ CARIM ]]> Business Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:07:00 +0200 0 0 SOCIAL NETWORK 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 26:39 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1714975 https://iono.fm/e/1714975 Business Mon, 07 Sep 2026 09:42:00 +0200 0 0 The Social Network with Zahir Bassa 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 29:30 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1714346 https://iono.fm/e/1714346
Guest: Ismail Mukaddam
Director of Inspire Network Section 12 Monitor, South African Human Rights Commission. ]]> Business Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:39:00 +0200 0 0 DURBAN’S REFUGEE CRISIS: BETWEEN SAFETY, SURVIVAL AND STATE RESPONSIBILITY 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 28:20 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1712521 https://iono.fm/e/1712521 Why literacy is national infrastructure.
GUEST: SIBONGISENI BLOSE
KZN Coordinator • Nal' Ibali Trust

Hosted by: MOHAMED AYAAZ CARIM

FRIDAY 28 AUGUST 2026 3:00 - 4:30 PM ]]> Business Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:47:00 +0200 0 0 SOCIAL NETWORK 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 14:41 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1712507 https://iono.fm/e/1712507 Power, persuasion and the politics of influence.
GUEST: PHAKAMILE HLUBI-MAJOLA
Professional Communicator & Founder of a Boutique PR and Communications Company Appearing in her personal capacity

Hosted by: MOHAMED AYAAZ CARIM
FRIDAY 28 AUGUST 2026 3:00 - 4:30 PM ]]> Business Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:21:00 +0200 0 0 SOCIAL NETWORK 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 18:35 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1711989 https://iono.fm/e/1711989 Guest: "Buti" Sigasa deputy chairperson of Independent Financial Advisory Forum

Interview two: Open the door- Islamophobia, misunderstanding and why the real encounters still matter.
Guest: Dr Faizel Suliman from SAMNET ]]> Business Fri, 28 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0200 0 0 Patients rights & National Mosque day 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 51:32 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1711490 https://iono.fm/e/1711490
Interview two: Know your rights- understanding your rights when dealing wit SARS with Russel Mamabolo communications & outreach office of the tax Ombud. ]]> Business Thu, 27 Aug 2026 08:46:00 +0200 0 0 Heath care cooperation across SA & Taxpayers rights. 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 38:23 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1709896 https://iono.fm/e/1709896 POWER SHIFT
Inside the DA's leadership transformation and the 2029 ambition
PROFESSOR ANDRE DUVENHAGE
POLITICAL ANALYST
FEATURE TWO:
THE NEW
COMFORT FOOD
Why nostalgia, wellness and heritage are redefining what we eat in 2026
CHEF ZAKIAH EBRAHIM
DURBAN CHEF & ENTREPRENEUR

FRIDAY 21 AUGUST 2026
2-3 PM ]]> Business Sat, 22 Aug 2026 08:50:00 +0200 0 0 SOCIAL NETWORK 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 31:16 THE SOCIAL NETWORK https://iono.fm/e/1697610 https://iono.fm/e/1697610 hidden financial pressures facing homeowners and what families need to consider before signing on the dotted line. ]]> Business Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:31:00 +0200 0 0 The Dream Home Trap: Are South African's Buying Property They Cannot Afford ? 0 0 ZAHIR BASSA full 13:53 THE SOCIAL NETWORK