Afternoons with Zweli on 947

Is Drake completely unstoppable, or are the charts just running on autopilot? 🦉 This afternoon on News it or Lose it , Zweli delivers your daily dose of pop culture chaos, and the numbers are absolutely ridiculous. First up, Drizzy has shattered expectations yet again, debuting at number one with a massive combined three-part project that is projected to do insane first-week numbers. Then, we loo...

What’s the wildest lie you’ve ever told to get out of a commitment? 🤥 This afternoon, Zweli is putting a caller in the hot seat to test his survival instincts when it comes to awkward family dynamics. The mission? Avoid meeting his dad's brand-new love interest without causing a massive family feud. Zweli challenges him to "MAQ his way out" of a potentially painful dinner invitation,...

Why is it easier to confront a dodgy contractor than it is to tell a hairstylist they’re actively ruining your life? 💀✂️ This afternoon, Zweli opens up the phone lines for a hilarious but painfully relatable Word on the Street about our collective inability to speak up during a bad service. From braids that are tight enough to change your facial expressions, to dye jobs that look nothing li...

It is a moment that makes your stomach instantly drop. You think you’ve perfectly timed a quiet, under-the-breath grumble about a colleague, a partner, or a boss—only for the room to go dead silent. On this episode of MAQ Your Way Out , Zweli and the team dive into the pure panic of being caught murmuring something negative and having to explain your way out of it on the spot. We dish...

When Drake decides to clear the board, he doesn't just drop a song—he drops an entire ecosystem. On this high-octane episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli reacts to the seismic shockwaves sent through the music world after Drake pulled off a surprise midnight release of not one, but three distinct studio albums: Iceman , Habibiti , and Made of Honor . We dive straight into the fan theories,...

It is a moment of pure, unadulterated panic that every single one of us has experienced at least once. You are in the zone, venting about a situation, only to look down and realize you sent the message directly to the person you were complaining about. On this episode of MAQ Your Way Out , Zweli invites the 947 family to share their most stressful, hilarious, and relatable tales of digital and rea...

Pop royalty is taking over the pitch! On this edition of News It or Lose It , Zweli reacts to the absolutely massive announcement that Madonna and Shakira are co-headlining the first-ever 25-minute FIFA World Cup Final halftime show . With a star-studded lineup of guest appearances teased, this is officially set to be a historic, game-changing moment for global sport and music. We also dive into t...

When does "minding your own business" turn into being a bad friend? On this heated edition of Word on the Street , Zweli tackles a messy moral crossroads that has the entire city divided. A listener noticed that his friend was treating his girlfriend terribly and actively cheating on her, leaving him stuck in the ultimate gray area: do you speak up to protect an innocent person, or do you stay out...

We’ve all been there: trapped in gridlock, completely loses our cool at the slow pace of the car ahead, only for the traffic flow to change. On this episode of MAQ Your Way Out , Zweli dives into that moment of absolute panic when you pull up right next to the person you were just shouting at and their window is wide open. How do you MAQ Your Way Out of that encounter? The 947 lines exploded...

When the lights go green, you either step on the gas or get left behind! On this episode of Six out of Six , Zweli welcomes Menzi to the hot seat to tackle our ultimate 30-second blitz. With the clock ticking, Menzi is challenged to name six things you’d find at a racetrack and he completely nails the assignment without breaking a sweat, proving that the secret to winning is keeping your coo...

Lawsuits, live albums, and literal lockups! On this edition of News It or Lose It , Zweli breaks down why Dua Lipa is taking tech giant Samsung to court in a massive $15 million lawsuit. We look into the claims surrounding the "Dua Lipa TV Box" and how an unauthorized backstage photo allegedly misled fans into buying televisions. We also dive into the theatrical world of Lady Gaga , who just dropp...

It is the modern-day "sticky situation" that makes your heart stop: you record a spicy voice note about someone, hit send, and immediately realize they are a member of the group chat. On this edition of MAQ Your Way Out , Zweli is asking the 947 family how they would handle this digital disaster. We hear from listeners like Amelia , who shares her own "cringe-worthy" tale of a message sent to the...

Speed isn't just for the track—it’s for the radio too! On this high-octane episode of Six out of Six , we celebrate the Extreme Festival making its way to Red Star Raceway in Delmas for the FMS Triple 11 GT Sports and Saloons 2026 season. We meet Samira , a massive car enthusiast who absolutely decimated the competition. She managed to get all six answers right in a staggering 14 secon...

It’s a "Fast" world and we’re just living in it! On this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli reacts to Vin Diesel’s massive announcement from the NBCUniversal upfronts, where he revealed that Peacock is launching four new series within the Fast and Furious universe. While the studio might only be confirming one, Vin says the "Family" is expanding—no matter what! We also h...

We’re diving into a seriously sticky social situation on this episode of MAQ YOUR WAY OUT with Afternoons with Zweli . Zweli finds himself in a tricky spot after telling someone he’d catch up soon, only to leave their texts unread—until they end up standing face-to-face. It’s time to see who can "MAQ their way out" of the awkwardness. We’re breaking down three hilario...

In this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we’re shifting into high gear for the Digital FMS Extreme Festival . Zweli is counting down to the FMS Triple One GT Sports and Saloons 2026 season , promising an experience packed with noise, high-speed cars, and pure fanfare. We’ve got four tickets to the festival up for grabs, but listeners have to prove they can handle the heat in a high-s...

We’re talking all things pop culture on News it or Lose it with Afternoons with Zweli . This episode covers the high-stakes legal battle as Dua Lipa takes on Samsung over copyright infringement, proving that even the biggest stars have to protect their craft. We also shift the focus to some major wins: celebrating Doja Cat’s record-breaking new album and looking forward to Tyla’s...

The wait is over, and the reviews are in! On this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we are joined by the lucky 947 winners who just stepped out of the exclusive Rosebank premiere of Billie Eilish’s new 3D concert film, Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour . From the groundbreaking 3D visuals directed by James Cameron to the raw, emotional energy of the live performances, our listeners break down...

Out with the old, in with the raw! On this edition of News It or Lose It , Zweli reacts to the seismic shift in Charli XCX’s discography. Her brand-new single, "Rock Music Now," has officially landed, and it is a massive departure from her hyper-pop roots. Is this a "News It" for the evolution, or are we missing the synth? We also tackle the headlines surrounding the FIFA World Cup , where g...

The Arianators are officially in "bloom" mode! On this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli reacts to the massive news that Ariana Grande is dropping her eighth studio album, Petal , on July 31st. We dive into her recent tour rehearsals, where she teased a vocal-heavy performance of "Dangerous Woman"—marking the first time she’s touched the track since 2019! Is it a permanent fixture...

We’ve all had that moment of cold sweat when a handle turns but the door doesn't budge. On this episode of Word on The Street , Zweli shares a legendary (and slightly embarrassing) story about getting locked in a bathroom at a friend's house—proving that even being a radio star doesn't save you from a faulty latch. We’re opening the lines to the 947 family to hear about the "stic...

Calling all Joburg Billie fans! In this high-stakes episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we are giving away the most coveted seats in the city—tickets to the exclusive pre-screening of Billie Eilish’s new movie, Hit Me Hard and Soft . We meet our latest contenders: Katt , a dedicated fan, and the duo of Tess and her mother, Cindy . They are stepping into the "hot seat" for the 5-Second B...

Get ready to update your playlists and your watchlist! In this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli dives into the meteoric rise of SLAYYYTER , the Gen Z sensation who is redefining the music scene with her Y2K-inspired aesthetic and high-octane hyper-pop sound. We explore why her nostalgic yet futuristic vibe is making such massive waves among fans globally. We also have an exclusive look at the...

It is time to see who knows Billie best! On this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we are heading back to the "hot seats" for the 5-Second Bomb challenge. With four tickets to the exclusive Billie Eilish pre-screening at Rosebank on the line, the pressure is reaching a breaking point. Our contestants, Lucille and Tharish , are going head-to-head in a trivia battle that starts with the tough quest...

What happens when you wake up every morning with no idea what challenge the day holds? On this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we’re joined by Josh from MasterChef South Africa , who pulls back the curtain on the show's grueling schedule and intense mental game. Josh reflects on the vital roles of patience and precision in the kitchen, especially when the clock is ticking against you. He...