947 Drive with Thando

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It’s been a busy day at the Madlanga Commission, with developments around two witnesses at the centre of some of the evidence being heard by the inquiry. Mpumalanga taxi boss Oupa “Bafana” Sindane’s WhatsApp messages are now being presented to the Commission as it examines his alleged links to people in the taxi industry and individuals accused of being hitmen. His attempt...

If you feel like your money is being stretched further and further these days, there is a lot happening in the economy that could explain why. Earlier today, Statistics South Africa told us that consumer inflation has climbed to 4.4%; meaning prices, overall, are rising faster than they were a month earlier. And then, just a short while ago, the South African Reserve Bank raised the repo rate to 7...

  On the drive with Thando today we ask what is the strangest experience you have had in a taxi. We hear from a wide variety of people who have some very interesting stories from all around Johannesburg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 59-year-old police lieutenant-general has been arrested over allegations involving the grooming of a 16-year-old girl and the rape of an 18-year-old woman, with his expected appearance in the Randburg Magistrates’ Court yet to take place. While speculation continues over the officer’s identity, EWN says it has independently established who he is but cannot publish his name at this st...

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Thando and Msizi are in discussion with Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, an activist and former Member of the National Assembly of South Africa, on this instalment of Your Story. Ndlozi's journey is a testament to the complexities of the country's history and the ongoing struggle for unity and self-sufficiency.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we navigate the complexities of modern life, it's easy to get caught up in the daily grind and overlook the little things that make a big difference in our communities. But what happens when those little things add up and become a bigger issue? Thando, Msizi, and the listeners delve into the world of municipal bylaws and how they impact our safety and comfort in living. See omnystudio.com/liste...

As the country gears up for municipal elections, a pressing question has been on the minds of many: what role do municipal bylaws play in maintaining law and order? Thando and Msizi are in conversation with Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) Chief of Police Patrick Jaca about municipal bylaws.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Naked Wheel Talk, Thando and Msizi chatted to car content creator Jacob Moshokoa about what motorists need to know when an older vehicle’s factory warranty, service plan, and maintenance plan expire. The conversation unpacked what this means for owners who want to keep their cars for longer, including the costs and responsibilities they may need to take on. Listeners were also invited to...

Sometimes it takes an outsider to notice the things we’ve stopped seeing in our own country. Thando came across a video of an American sharing his observations about South Africa, and some of the things he pointed out are so normal to us that we barely even notice them. So we want to know: what have tourists or visitors taught you about South Africa that you’d never really thought abou...

The inquest into  Anele Tembe’s death  has heard that Kiernan “AKA” Forbes made a frantic call to staff at Cape Town’s Pepperclub Hotel moments before her fatal fall. A hotel employee testified that Forbes sounded panicked and said someone was on the balcony and wanted to jump; while still on the call, she heard a scream or loud voice followed by a loud bang. The...

Bongani Mthombeni and former Bafana Bafana defender Matthew Booth have announced that they are expecting their first child together. Mthombeni revealed the pregnancy on Instagram with three pairs of trainers and the caption, “Tiny kicks are officially on the way.” The announcement comes four years after their relationship first made headlines during the controversial “cheesecake-...

Cape Town is looking to tighten the rules around Airbnb and other short-term rentals, with new registration requirements and possible changes to how some properties are rated. Thando and the team, caught up with Ash Muller to unpack what the proposed regulations could mean for homeowners, renters and Cape Town’s booming tourism industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The conversation explored some of the biggest insecurities men face, from appearance, hair loss and body image. It also looked at how men are increasingly taking care of themselves through grooming, fitness, skincare, mental health support and being more open about the pressures and insecurities they experience See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have broadcasting legend Wilson B. Nkosi in the building for Your Story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In another epic version of Throw Back Battle, Msizi and Thando go head to head to decide who the greatest sing-a-long artist of all time is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Msizi needing to save up now already for his son to attend high school (which is 10 years away) The Drive with Thando asks, how much of a difference does it really make if you went to an expensive school. Or does a cheaper education mean the same? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Msizi explores how effective you are in an emergency. Do you panic or keep a level head? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thando and the team pulled some serious strings to get singer songwriter Sishii a performance on the mainstage at 947 JOBURG Day See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every week the 947 Amp Squad is out in the streets asking you what is happening in your Joburg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedy legend Barry Hilton joined Thando and Msizi on the Drive with Thando for an episode of Your Story filled with laughs, stories and a surprising new chapter. Barry opened up about taking his trademark humour beyond the comedy stage and into the world of motivational speaking. Catch up on the conversation and hear how he’s turning decades of life experience and laughter into inspiration....