Script Happens - A WGSA Podcast

Writers Guild of South Africa

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!

Episodes

  1. Writing the Future: WGSA, the Muse Awards & the Power of Story

    19 May

    Writing the Future: WGSA, the Muse Awards & the Power of Story

    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.

    55 min
  2. The Writing Journey: Tales From a South African Writer

    12 Mar

    The Writing Journey: Tales From a South African Writer

    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.

    1hr 12min
  3. Scripting in Our Mother Tongue: Indigenous Language Writing

    15/08/2025

    Scripting in Our Mother Tongue: Indigenous Language Writing

    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!

    1hr 2min
  4. The Guild Goldmine: Resources Every SA Writer Should Know

    08/05/2025

    The Guild Goldmine: Resources Every SA Writer Should Know

    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.

    50 min
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About

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!

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