RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_662a385a-4cbd-4075-891b-2bfd18822bef -- Rendered At Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:59:11 +0000 Script Happens - A WGSA Podcast https://redcircle.com/shows/script-happens-a-wgsa-podcast en-US All rights reserved. Script Happens - so keep writing! Writers Guild of South Africa Welcome to Script Happens, a bi-weekly podcast brought to you by the Writers Guild of South Africa and hosted by Bongi Ndaba, the award-winning writer, director, and producer. In this series, we explore the lighter side of performance writing, offering a mix of humorous and insightful stories from both veteran writers and emerging talents. Tune in for candid conversations, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and a fresh perspective on the art of scriptwriting. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, Script Happens is your go-to for all things writing, with plenty of laughs along the way! 662a385a-4cbd-4075-891b-2bfd18822bef Welcome to Script Happens, a podcast brought to you by the Writers Guild of South Africa and hosted by Bongi Ndaba, the award-winning writer, director, and producer. In this series, we explore the lighter side of performance writing, offering a mix of humorous and insightful stories from both veteran writers and emerging talents. Tune in for candid conversations, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and a fresh perspective on the art of scriptwriting. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, Script Happens is your go-to for all things writing, with plenty of laughs along the way!

]]> episodic no Writers Guild of South Africa comms@writersguildsa.org false full Writing the Future: WGSA, the Muse Awards & the Power of Story Writing the Future: WGSA, the Muse Awards & the Power of Story 4 1 Writers Guild of South Africa Script Happens - so keep writing! Bongi Ndaba and Harriet Meier revisit the origins of the Writers Guild of South Africa, the journey of the Muse Awards, and what lies ahead for South African storytellers. Hope you enjoy the episode. Bongi Ndaba and Harriet Meier revisit the origins of the Writers Guild of South Africa, the journey of the Muse Awards, and what lies ahead for South African storytellers. Hope you enjoy the episode.

]]> <p>Bongi Ndaba and Harriet Meier revisit the origins of the Writers Guild of South Africa, the journey of the Muse Awards, and what lies ahead for South African storytellers. Hope you enjoy the episode.</p> a539d6c9-df8c-48a8-8056-5063f824e396 https://writersguildsa.org/ Tue, 19 May 2026 14:00:45 +0000 3318 false full The Writing Journey: Tales From a South African Writer The Writing Journey: Tales From a South African Writer 3 1 Writers Guild of South Africa Script Happens - so keep writing! In this episode of Script Happens: A WGSA Podcast, host Bongi Ndaba talks with writer and WGSA Council Member Sizwe Fortune Zuma about living and working as a TV writer in South Africa, how to start in the industry, the challenges and experiences from which they've both learned lessons and overcome. Hope you enjoy the episode.

]]> <p>In this episode of Script Happens: A WGSA Podcast, host Bongi Ndaba talks with writer and WGSA Council Member Sizwe Fortune Zuma about living and working as a TV writer in South Africa, how to start in the industry, the challenges and experiences from which they&#39;ve both learned lessons and overcome. Hope you enjoy the episode.</p> 14bf69a2-ee69-49d2-b536-c74c1e747a22 https://writersguildsa.org/ Thu, 12 Mar 2026 07:00:08 +0000 4299 false full Scripting in Our Mother Tongue: Indigenous Language Writing Scripting in Our Mother Tongue: Indigenous Language Writing 2 1 Writers Guild of South Africa In this episode of Script Happens: A WGSA Podcast, host Bongi Ndaba talks Indigenous Language Screenwriting  with Tuelo Gabonewe and Christa Biyela.

Tuelo Gabonewe is also a novelist and translator, and has the South African Literary Award (Translator's Award) under his belt. He writes in Setswana and recently had a series on Showmax titled "016FM" and few others on Mzansi Magic. 

Christa Biyela is an accomplished screenwriter who has contributed to several prominent television productions in South Africa including Uzalo, Mamello, Igazi, Rockville and The Queen. She was a Head Writer for Kusa Kusa, Ukhozi FM’s first soapie for a period of three years. She has worked as a translator for a television series Skeem Saam Seasons 1 & 2.

Hope you enjoy the episode!

]]> <p>In this episode of Script Happens: A WGSA Podcast, host Bongi Ndaba talks Indigenous Language Screenwriting  with Tuelo Gabonewe and Christa Biyela.</p><p>Tuelo Gabonewe is also a novelist and translator, and has the South African Literary Award (Translator&#39;s Award) under his belt. He writes in Setswana and recently had a series on Showmax titled &#34;016FM&#34; and few others on Mzansi Magic. </p><p>Christa Biyela is an accomplished screenwriter who has contributed to several prominent television productions in South Africa including Uzalo, Mamello, Igazi, Rockville and The Queen. She was a Head Writer for Kusa Kusa, Ukhozi FM’s first soapie for a period of three years. She has worked as a translator for a television series Skeem Saam Seasons 1 &amp; 2.</p><p>Hope you enjoy the episode!</p> 77bbac81-22f5-4b6c-a0a7-94a2165e0fa8 https://writersguildsa.org/ Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:00:21 +0000 3690 false full The Guild Goldmine: Resources Every SA Writer Should Know The Guild Goldmine: Resources Every SA Writer Should Know 1 1 Writers Guild of South Africa Script Happens - so keep writing! In the first episode of the Script Happens podcast, Bongi Ndaba, host and vice chair of Writers Guild of South Africa (WGSA), talks to Busisiwe Ntintili, chair of the WGSA, highlighting the benefits of the WGSA, tips to empower members while sharing writing resources and opportunities.

]]> <p>In the first episode of the Script Happens podcast, Bongi Ndaba, host and vice chair of Writers Guild of South Africa (WGSA), talks to Busisiwe Ntintili, chair of the WGSA, highlighting the benefits of the WGSA, tips to empower members while sharing writing resources and opportunities.</p> ce84ae62-f377-4e20-addb-fffaab4d8f4d https://writersguildsa.org/ Thu, 08 May 2025 08:00:00 +0000 3005 false