5 Drive

Think you know traffic reports? Think again! Every Tuesday, we throw a lyrical curveball at Nick, daring him to sneak song lyrics into his crucial traffic updates. It's the Tuesday Traffic Challenge – where gridlock meets great hits, and Nick's on the lyrical hot seat.

Witness the next generation of spelling - superstars in action! Our kids’ spelling bee is packed with suspense, as young wordsmiths face off in a battle of with and knowledge.

Royal AM kicked out of the PSL? We break down the shocking decision, the legal battles, and what it means for South African football.

Elon Musk, born and raised in South Africa, might just come back one day. But what would be the perfect welcome-back anthem? We dive deep into the musical rabbit hole, exploring the tracks that would make the tech titan feel right at home (or maybe just slightly bewildered).

Zanele's entrance was...memorable. Let's just say a wig, a hat, and a microphone had a very close encounter. Before we even got started, we had a studio mishap of epic proportions!

Think fast, talk faster! Contestants face off in a high-speed word game, where they're given a random letter and 30 seconds to unleash a flurry of words starting with it. It's a battle of vocabulary, and quick thinking!

Protests are raging, but we're asking: What's Elon Musk's homecoming playlist? From political unrest to musical mayhem, we're blending current events with a uniquely South African spin.

Birthdays: love 'em or hate 'em? Some crave the spotlight, others want to disappear. We dive into the age-old debate: to celebrate, or not to celebrate? We're exploring the social expectations, personal preferences, and the downright awkwardness that comes with another trip around the sun.

Witness the next generation of spelling - superstars in action! Our kids’ spelling bee is packed with suspense, as young wordsmiths face off in a battle of with and knowledge.

We sit down with the talented singer, Dan Dummy, to explore his captivating musical journey. From his early inspirations to his latest projects, we delve into the stories behind his music.

Remember that awkward, exhilarating, unforgettable first kiss? We dive into the messy, hilarious, and heartwarming stories of those pivotal moments. 'At What Age Did You Get Your First Kiss? And What Were You Up To?

Get ready for your Sunday night Hip-Hop fix! 5FM's '5 Hip Hop Nights' delivers the hottest tracks, exclusive interviews, and the real talk on everything Hip-Hop. Join us as we dive deep into the culture, with ShabZi and Speedsta bringing you the sounds and stories that matter.

Join Yanga Mjoli as she unpacks the complexities of reciprocal tariffs, exploring the trade dynamics between the US and its global partners.

5 Drive's storytelling relay: where listeners write the story! We begin, you continue. Tune in for a constantly evolving, listener-driven narrative.

The Great Divide is back! This week, we're tackling a culinary classic: tomato sauce on top, or on the side of your chips? Prepare for heated debate!

The Great Divide is back! This week, we're tackling a culinary classic: tomato sauce on top, or on the side of your chips? Prepare for heated debate!

Think fast, talk faster! Contestants face off in a high-speed word game, where they're given a random letter and 30 seconds to unleash a flurry of words starting with it. It's a battle of vocabulary, and quick thinking!

Fantasy Premier League drama! Jude van Wyk and Nick are racking up points like a pro, while Zanele and Yanga are reeling from the ultimate betrayal: their own forgetfulness. The boys capitalized, and now the ladies are left picking up the pieces (and their shockingly low scores)

Do deadlines spark your inner genius, or crush your creativity into a fine, anxious powder? We're diving deep into the pressure cooker of work, exploring the surprising ways deadlines impact our creative process.

Do deadlines spark your inner genius, or crush your creativity into a fine, anxious powder? We're diving deep into the pressure cooker of work, exploring the surprising ways deadlines impact our creative process.

Remember the first time you had the house to yourself? That sweet, slightly terrifying freedom? We dive into the age-old rite of passage: when parents finally trust you (or maybe just give up) and leave you home alone.

Remember the first time you had the house to yourself? That sweet, slightly terrifying freedom? We dive into the age-old rite of passage: when parents finally trust you (or maybe just give up) and leave you home alone.

Witness the next generation of spelling - superstars in action! Our kids’ spelling bee is packed with suspense, as young wordsmiths face off in a battle of with and knowledge.

Fantasy Premier League drama! Jude van Wyk and Nick are racking up points like a pro, while Zanele and Yanga are reeling from the ultimate betrayal: their own forgetfulness. The boys capitalized, and now the ladies are left picking up the pieces (and their shockingly low scores)

This time of 5 Drive is dedicated to Cwecwe, a child whose alleged rape at Bergview College, an independent school in the Eastern Cape, has sparked outrage. We're amplifying her voice and the voices of all GBV victims.