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A dear friend of the show and our favourite little motivational speaker, 8-year-old James van Biljon from Johannesburg, shares some inspirational words of wisdom with the 5Nation. James might still be quite young, but he is definitely wise beyond his years and has a gift to uplift the 5Nation with his motivational words of encouragement. Since it's 1 September 2025, not only does it mean a new sea...

They swung into the world as co-stars but landed as soulmates, one, a chameleon of screens from Disney sets to Emmy stages; the other, a nimble Brit who turned webs into wings. Hint Legend: • Disney: her early acting career beginnings • webs: his role as the superhero that defined him

Leah and the team present the news that wasn't.

t’s Monday, and you know what that means, time to get your money right with Money Mondays with Xoli Zondo! Last week, we unpacked the hidden costs of buying your dream home... but what about renting? Today we flip the script and ask: what are the hidden costs of renting your dream place, both as a tenant and as an owner? From deposits and maintenance surprises to levies and management fees,...

South African DJ and influencer Cyan Boujee, plus others like Peachy Sprin- kles and Ghost Hlubi, promoted a Russian programme called Alabuga Start. On Insta, it looked like a legit “work-study” opportunity. In reality? Reports say young African women were flown to Russia, had their passports taken, and ended up assembling drones in military factories for the Ukraine war. That’s...

Hawks vs. Hashtags: When a Joke Gets a Search Warrant” Who did what, and why does it matter? TikTok comedian Anton Taylor posted a satirical skit (29 March) as a fake Czech crime boss claiming he “bribed” Police Minister Senzo Mchunu with a BMW and three sex workers to attack KZN police boss Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. Mchunu laid charges. The Hawks arrived with a warrant, seized Taylor&...

She is both painter and poet, stitching canvas with sound and sound with protest. Her voice carries lullabies and laments, a harmony between gallery walls and festival stages. Who is this celebrity? Hint Legend: • canvas: her dual life as a visual artist • protest: her activism through song and art

THE 5 BREAKFAST TEAM BATTLE IT OUT TO SEE WHO REMEMBERS WHAT HAPPENED THIS WEEK.

He strode from apartheid stages to Hollywood screens, carrying the weight of a nation’s stories in his voice. Who is this storyteller whose legacy bridges protest and blockbuster?

5FM has teamed up with Breast Intentions, a non-profit organisation dedicated to women’s health and early detection of breast cancer.

Nonala “Nala” Tose-Dagada is a respected South African broadcaster, author, and child safety advocate. She’s known for her children’s book series Kiki’s Armour of God.   She’s making her second Comic Con appearance — this time in Joburg — where she’ll introduce Kiki Warrior, a mascot designed to empower kids to protect thems...

Thabo's edgy and youthful approach to discussing political matters makes this segment stand out. It tackles political issues in a fresh and engaging manner, connecting with a younger and more diverse audience.

Each day a buzzword is announced, and 5 questions are asked to a listener, all of which will contain the buzzword. Buzzword: Chain.

Today, Quaz Roodt (Poet, Arts Administrator) gives us his favourite Afrikaans word.   This feature celebrates the Afrikaans language by sharing words that lack direct English translations. It appeals to Afrikaans speakers while also educating a broader audience about the richness of the language.