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Jan Braai, whose real name is Jan Scannell, is a South African television presenter, food writer, author and the founder of the National Braai Day initiative. Since establishing the initiative in 2005, he has encouraged South Africans to gather around fires every 24 September, using the braai as a shared tradition that brings people together across cultures and backgrounds. He is also the presente...

The race for Johannesburg’s next mayor continues, and we bring you the candidates who wish to occupy that seat. The Patriotic Alliance has elected Kenny Kunene as its mayoral candidate to contest the November elections. PA party leader Gayton McKenzie has assured residents that Johannesburg’s problems will not be solved by leaders who stand back, saying the city needs someone who will come in and...

The VOW Drive is a lighthearted conversation-driven afternoon show that focuses on entertainment through learnings and the day-to-day navigation of life. Instagram · Twitter

The VOW Drive is a lighthearted conversation-driven afternoon show that focuses on entertainment through learnings and the day-to-day navigation of life. Instagram · Twitter

The VOW Drive is a lighthearted conversation-driven afternoon show that focuses on entertainment through learnings and the day-to-day navigation of life. Instagram · Twitter

The VOW Drive is a lighthearted conversation-driven afternoon show that focuses on entertainment through learnings and the day-to-day navigation of life. Instagram · Twitter

The VOW Drive is a lighthearted conversation-driven afternoon show that focuses on entertainment through learnings and the day-to-day navigation of life. Instagram · Twitter

Is a veterinarian, academic and veterinary entrepreneur with a passion for animal health and supporting farmers. He is a Production Animal Studies Lecturer at the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Veterinary Science, where he contributes to the training of future veterinary professionals. Dr Masilela is also the founder of Asante Veterinary Consultants, a veterinary practice established in 2020...

VOW is a campus-based community radio station operated broadcasting from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg. The station has a variety of music and talk show that reflect the life of the youth, students, politics and tackles social issues.

South Africa has always had stories, stories of monsters, spirits, legends, ancestors and things that go bump in the night. But what happens when you take those stories, mix them with anime-inspired art and put them into a web-toon? Well, you get something that feels familiar, but completely different. Ollie, better known by his pen name That Guy Dmtpa, is a Durban-based artist who has spent about...

The Sports Hub is a sports based show where we look to inform our listener with the latest happenings from the world of sports.

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...

SEMI-SOET , DIE MUSIEKBLYSPEL WOWS AUDIENCES AT MONTECASINO’S TEATRO Twitter · Instagram

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...

The VOW Drive is a lighthearted conversation-driven afternoon show that focuses on entertainment through learnings and the day-to-day navigation of life. Instagram · Twitter

DECIDED? The Price of Being a Single Mother in South Africa Twitter · Instagram

Empowering Minds, Inspiring Healing and Purpose Twitter · Instagram