Afternoons with Zweli on 947

The pressure is on! It’s time to catch up on the latest pulse-pounding episode of Six out of Six on Afternoons with Zweli . This week, we’re witnessing a thrilling head-to-head battle as contestants Megan and Tash step into the ring. The rules are simple but brutal: give six correct answers in just 15 seconds. Will Megan’s unwavering confidence carry her to victory, or will Tash&...

It’s a massive week for the charts and the desert! On this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli is breaking down the headlines that have the 947 WhatsApp line blowing up. First, Katseye has officially dropped their high-energy new single "Pinky Up," just in time for their historic Coachella debut today! But the celebration is bittersweet— Manon Bannerman is officially absent from the...

It’s supposed to be the best day of your life, but sometimes, the universe has other ideas! On this episode of Word on The Street , Zweli is diving into the chaos of wedding days gone wrong. Inspired by a viral TikTok of a couple reciting their vows in a literal mud-pit during a storm, we’re asking the 947 family to share their most "cringe-worthy" wedding memories. We hear from the br...

Every second counts when the tickets are on the line! On this episode of Six-out-of-Six , Zweli hosts a nail-biting showdown between two of our favorite listeners, Harsha and Amitha . The challenge was simple: name six items in a category before the buzzer sounds. But with the pressure of a live audience and four tickets to the Magical Marble Family Fest at stake, things got intense! We got a chan...

It’s a weekend of highs and lows in the world of entertainment! On this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli dives into the Coachella 2026 kickoff. While the hype for headliners Justin Bieber and Sabrina Carpenter is off the charts, the K-pop/global world is in mourning HYBE has officially confirmed that  Manon will miss Katseye’s historic debut tonight due to an ongoing hiatus....

It’s time to air out the dirty laundry, literally! On this episode of  "I’m Not the Only One" , Zweli is tackling a dilemma that has the studio divided and the listeners cringing. We’re responding to a listener whose boyfriend is convinced that washing his bedsheets once a month is "standard procedure." We’re getting real about the science of sleep hygiene. From sweat...

The pressure was on and the clock was ticking! On this episode of "Six out of Six" with Zweli , we’re celebrating two incredible listeners who brought their A-game to the airwaves. Larissa and Tshireletso went head-to-head in a battle of wits, categories, and lightning-fast reflexes. From naming "things with buttons" to "items with lids," the competition was neck-and-neck until the very last...

It’s a massive week for the charts! On this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli is breaking down the headlines that have the 947 WhatsApp line blowing up. First, Olivia Rodrigo has officially announced her new single "Drop Dead," dropping next Friday, April 17th. We’re diving into the "melancholy love song" vibes of her upcoming third album, You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love...

It starts with a chilly morning and ends with a frantic search through the lost-and-found bin. On this episode of Word on The Street , Zweli gets vulnerable about a childhood "crime" we’ve almost all considered: what happens when you lose your school jersey and you're too terrified to tell your parents? Zweli shares his own personal confession about the pressure of keeping a uniform intact a...

It was the "gamble" that paid off. On this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we’re catching up with Simphiwe "Sims" Kubeka , the fan-favorite Top 4 finalist from MasterChef SA Season 4. Sims takes us behind the scenes of his incredible journey from the MasterChef kitchen to the south of France, where he completed a high-stakes apprenticeship at  Restaurant JAN under the mentorship of M...

Dust off your boots and grab your sunscreen, Coachella 2026 is officially here! On this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli breaks down everything you need to know about Weekend One at the Empire Polo Club. We’re talking about the massive headlining sets from Sabrina Carpenter , Justin Bieber , and Karol G , plus the historic debut of the global girl group Katseye . But the music news does...

We’re taking a moment to honor the blueprint of African jazz and resistance. On this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we are joined in the studio by two of the most powerful voices in modern African music: the incomparable Zoë Modiga and the visionary Tresor . Both artists are part of a massive tribute to the legendary Bra Hugh Masekela , and they’re getting personal about the m...

Stop the presses! On this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli is correcting the record on the biggest soundtrack rumor of the year. Forget the Doja Cat whispers the word on the street is that  Lady Gaga has officially teamed up with the "Swamp Princess" herself, Doechii , for the upcoming The Devil Wears Prada sequel. We’re breaking down why this pairing makes total sense for the high...

It’s almost Easter, but for many of us, the traditional road trip to the coast is looking a little different this year. On this episode of "Be Real" with Zweli , we’re cutting through the holiday hype to talk about the reality of the "Easter Economy." Zweli shares his own frustration with the rising cost of fuel, admitting that the classic family getaway has become a luxury few can aff...

The lights are dimming and the speakers are cranking up! On this episode of News It or Lose It with Zweli , we’re breaking down the most anticipated releases of the week. First, the wait is over: Zendaya and Robert Pattinson finally share the screen in The Drama , hitting South African theaters this Friday, April 3rd. We’re discussing why early reviews are calling this a "career-defini...

It’s time to News It or Lose It ! Today on Afternoons with Zweli , we’re covering the biggest headlines in pop culture. We address the tragic news regarding the passing of Prenell Rousseau, the individual who famously stalked Billie Eilish, and discuss how the media handles such sensitive celebrity security stories. On the lighter side, the  Euphoria trailer is officially here, an...

It’s time to open up the Pandora’s box that is the communal office fridge! On today’s Word on the Street , we’re exposing the hilarious and sometimes stomach-turning reality of shared kitchen spaces. From the dreaded "fish microwave bandit" to that one lunchbox that’s been sitting there since 2024, no Tupperware is safe. Join Zweli and the team as we share your horror...

It’s time to break down the biggest stories of the day on News It or Lose It ! We’re heading to the movies to talk about the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, we’re dissecting the trailer and asking: is the marketing doing justice to the King of Pop’s legacy? Next, we’ve got a sweet (and slightly chaotic) story about a massive KitKat heist that has c...

She was told her music wasn’t "good enough" for a debut, and now she’s making history. On this episode of News It or Lose It , Zweli dives into the phenomenal success of RAYE’s sophomore album, This Music May Contain Hope . We’re breaking down why critics are calling this a "masterpiece" and why the single "I Know You're Hurting" is resonating so deeply with listeners. This...

The Story The Headline The Verdict Meta & Google Liable for social media addiction. NEWS IT. A Los Angeles jury awarded a 20-year-old $6 million (not $120m, though legal experts say the floodgates are open). It's the first time design features like "infinite scroll" were ruled negligent. Harry Potter TV Teaser Trailer & Christmas 2026 Date. NEWS IT. Starring Dominic McLaughlin as Harry, th...

We’ve all seen the rise of the "beard gang," but what happens when nature just won't cooperate? On this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we’re exploring the booming world of men’s facial hair alternatives. We’re diving into the work of Kenneth Ing , whose Hong Kong-based company is transforming the game with bespoke, hand-made fake beards that are so realistic, you’...

The heavyweights are making headlines, and things are getting complicated! On this episode of News It or Lose It with Zweli , we’re dissecting the biggest stories rocking the music industry. We start with Usher’s recent Forbes profile, where his choice words in defense of Diddy have fans questioning his judgment, we break down the fallout and ask if some public figures are just too con...

It’s the conversation every parent dreads and every child eventually experiences: "The Talk." On this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we’re shedding the awkwardness and getting real about the birds and the bees. Zweli opens up about his own memories of those cringeworthy moments, and we’re opening the lines for the 947 family to share theirs. From hilarious misunderstandings t...

Who knew that surviving the radio studio wouldn't quite prepare you for the heat of the MasterChef South Africa kitchen? On this episode of Afternoons with Zweli , we’re joined by Bands and Miles , the latest duo to hang up their aprons. They’ve kept Mzansi entertained with their sharp one-liners and even sharper banter, but today, they’re getting real about the pressure. We dive...

It’s a massive day for entertainment news on News It or Lose It ! We’re kicking things off with the Broadway stage, where Megan Thee Stallion has officially made history, stepping into the iconic role of Zidler in Moulin Rouge! on Broadway. Then, we’re setting sail for the Pacific but maybe not the way you remember. Disney just dropped the first trailer for the live-action ...