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Joining us on the show is award-winning South African rapper iFani, who is back with a brand-new EP, Msebenzi Wam. Known for his distinctive sound, sharp lyricism and his use of isiXhosa in mainstream hip-hop, iFani has been on quite a journey since stepping away from the spotlight. Now, with his older hit “Shake” finding a whole new audience on TikTok, he’s returned with new music, a fresh perspe...

Our guest today has a story that starts with an Instagram DM and ends with a brand-new love song. Dr Smama is a SAMA-nominated artist and practising medical doctor, and his latest single, Isifiso Sami, features his longtime friend Nhlanhla Mafu. Dr Smama, Instagram · Twitter

We’re joined by Thatohatsi Sothoane, a second-year law student at Emeris Sandton and a representative of Women For Change, as we have an important conversation about gender-based violence and femicide in South Africa. Thatohatsi is passionate about using her legal studies to advocate for women’s rights and meaningful social change, and today we’ll be getting her perspective on the recent discovery...

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Hlulani Mlondo is the founder of Sophia Networks and Fin-Serve Portal ,with over five years of experience in training and mentorship and more than ten years of experience in the financial services industry.

Is a medical doctor, entrepreneur and founder of ÉCLAT MD Aesthetics. Her professional journey spans emergency medicine and aesthetic medicine, reflecting her passion for healthcare, beauty and holistic wellbeing. Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Ndlela has developed an interest in entrepreneurship, personal development and meaningful conversations about everyday life. Through her work and experience...

Families are being urged not to delay reporting a loved one missing, with Missing in Southern Africa (MISA) stressing that the first hours after a disappearance can be critical to finding the person. The organisation’s warning comes amid renewed concern over missing persons following the recent discovery of the bodies of eight women in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg. While the circumstances surrounding...

Jozi My Jozi is looking to expand its Student Chapter to more institutions of higher learning, with Rosebank College, Richfield College, North-West University (NWU) and the University of Cape Town (UCT) among the institutions being considered as the initiative seeks to bring more students into efforts to improve communities and public spaces. The proposed expansion follows the establishment of an...

South Africa recorded a sharp decline in business liquidations in July, but the latest figures suggest that companies continue to operate under significant financial pressure, with weak economic growth, cash-flow constraints and unpaid debt remaining key risks. Statistics South Africa recorded 239 liquidations of companies and close corporations in July 2026, down 23.2% from the 311 recorded durin...

The Sixth Annual National GBV Shelter Indaba concludes in Johannesburg today, 17 September 2026, bringing together civil society organisations, policymakers, researchers, funders, frontline shelter workers and other stakeholders to confront the continuing challenges facing survivors of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). Hosted by the National Shelter Movement of South Africa (NSMSA), the t...

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is accelerating its digital transformation plans, with the state-owned airport operator targeting what it calls “Airport 4.0” through the integration of artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, Internet of Things technology, blockchain and robotics across its airport network. The strategy forms part of a R21.7 billion capital investment pipeline over five y...

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onight on Breaking Ground, we turn our attention to the upcoming Wits SRC elections, with students set to head to the polls next week Tuesday and Wednesday. The SRC plays an important role in representing students and raising issues that affect their academic experience and daily lives at the university. With the election approaching, students are hearing different promises, priorities and ideas f...

Eight suspects have been arrested in connection with an alleged cash for driver’s licence scheme at the Marble Hall Driver’s Licence Testing Centre in Ephraim Mogale Municipality, Limpopo. The suspects appeared before the Groblersdal Magistrate’s Court on 14 September 2026 and face charges of fraud and corruption. They will remain in custody until 21 September, when they are expected to apply for...

The Congress of the People has submitted its candidates for the 2026 Local Government Elections, with the party confirming that it will contest the elections on 4 November 2026. According to the IEC Candidate Nomination Progress Report dated 14 September 2026, COPE has submitted 156 proportional representation candidates and 1,359 ward candidates as final. The party will contest in seven metropoli...

Gauteng has recorded an overall decline in several major crime categories during the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year, covering April to June 2026. However, a breakdown of the statistics at police-station level shows that some communities continue to experience increases in contact crime. According to the Democratic Alliance, police stations in areas including Tembisa, Diepsloot, Alexan...

South African magician Sonwabile Mekuto, better known as SosoTheMagician, has turned a childhood passion for magic into a career that has taken him across the country. Originally from Cape Town, Soso moved to Johannesburg in 2018 after completing his studies at the College of Magic, where he spent seven years learning the art of magic alongside mime, clowning, juggling and performance skills. Sinc...

Today, we’re taking a closer look at a fascinating and highly competitive sport that combines passion, precision, breeding, strategy and an incredible bond between humans and their birds pigeon racing. Our focus is on Pigeon Universe and two individuals who are making their mark in South Africa’s pigeon racing community Anees Kathrada and Fareed Kathrada. Anees Kathrada is an active competitive fa...

South Africa’s entrepreneurs and SMMEs will converge in Rustenburg this November for INNOVEX 2026, a two day innovation and enterprise development summit hosted by Brandscapers Africa. The event, taking place on 26–27 November at Ben Marais Hall, is expected to attract around 600 participants, with attendance free of charge. The summit aims to connect small businesses with government, industry lea...

Credit has become a defining feature of modern South African life, especially for young people and students seeking independence. Many start their journey with retail store accounts, believing this is the only way to build a credit record. But the reality is broader: credit scores are shaped by payment history, credit utilization, and the mix of products used. Entry level credit cards, secured stu...

South Africa’s furniture manufacturing sector faces a growing challenge of waste, with large volumes of wood and off cuts often discarded. Against this backdrop, Burgundy Collective, a local enterprise, has positioned itself as a leader in sustainable carpentry and furniture production. The company specializes in custom furniture, kitchen cabinets, wardrobes, and office fittings, while also offeri...

Gauteng schools are facing a severe financial crisis, with R971 million in Norms and Standards funding still unpaid months after allocations were due. Evidence presented to the Gauteng Legislature shows that 3,647 schools were owed R2.081 billion in May, but only R1.110 billion has been paid. Special schools are among the hardest hit, with 129 institutions still owed R250.9 million, leaving them u...

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