Smash Afrika Weekends

2026 has flown by, and suddenly it’s Christmas shopping, year-end functions and endless to-do lists! Why are we all so tired? We’re unpacking end-of-year exhaustion and why sometimes, you’re just tired of EVERYTHING.

On  The Great African Story, we sit down with multidisciplinary artist and poet Sana King to explore how creativity can preserve African heritage. Rooted in her Ndebele identity, Sana uses her work to celebrate uMgwalo, the visual language and writing practice of Ndzundza Ndebele women, and the importance of keeping cultural knowledge alive for future generations.

We’re talking all things entertainment! South African superstar Tyla is turning heads with her new That Girl music video following two sold-out London shows. Meanwhile, Ben Affleck’s  thriller Animals is sparking debate after a viral AI-generated scene left audiences questioning the future of artificial intelligence in Hollywood.   

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country- the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between.

Rwanda has secured a place on the Formula 1 calendar, leaving many South African fans wondering: what about us? We unpack President Cyril Ramaphosa’s response to Rwanda’s F1 success, South Africa’s ongoing bid to host a Grand Prix, and what this means for motorsport on the continent. Is this a loss for South Africa or a win for Africa?

Tebogo Mabye wears many hats: chef, entrepreneur, champion kickboxer and MasterChef South Africa contestant. On The Great African Story, we explore his journey from growing up in Hillbrow to building a business, navigating loss and overcoming setbacks, uncovering the ambition and resilience behind the man he is today.

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country- the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between.

One of SA's finest DJ/Producers FKA Mash is in studio for The Great Afrikan Story today

Agree or disagree with Smash's hot take!

The latest in sports news with KayBee

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country- the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. We catch up with a listener who was at our birthday party last night

Smash or Pass is the game where we put your opinions to the test! We give you a series of themed questions , some easy, some a little cheeky, and you have to decide: Smash or Pass?

Karabo deep dives into MD expenses

Alino-Alino is today's guest.

Find out listeners are up to aorund the country.

Can you tell what these cow's cost by their moos?

Smash or Pass is the game where we put your opinions to the test! We give you a series of themed questions , some easy, some a little cheeky, and you have to decide: Smash or Pass? We play with Fran.

Mihlali Ndamase is pushing back against gossip pages over what she says are false claims about her dating life, but when you’re a celebrity living in the public eye, where does the line between public interest and personal boundaries sit? On Smash’s Hot Take, we’re asking: Are celebrities allowed to clap back at gossip pages?

RAYE and Michael B. Jordan have the internet questioning whether their friendship could be something more after the pair were spotted spending time together. RAYE says they’re just friends who enjoy rollercoasters but the internet isn’t exactly convinced. We’re getting into the age-old question: when does a friendship start looking like a relationship?

Joining us on The Great African Story, Natanya chats about her journey into F1 content creation, what sparked her love for the sport, building a community online and what it’s like creating content in a space that has traditionally been dominated by a very different audience. She also shares the realities behind the content, the challenges of growing a platform and her hopes for the future o...

With stories of women feeling unsafe making headlines, we’re asking what we can do to look out for one another. From checking that a friend gets home safely to listening when someone says they feel uncomfortable, small acts can make a difference. But staying safe shouldn’t be a woman’s responsibility. We also need to demand safer communities, better policing and real accountabili...

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country- the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. We catch up with a listener who was at our birthday party last night

Smash and the team broadcast live from the Jozi Kota Festival.

Smash and the team broadcast live from the Jozi Kota Festival.

Smash and the team broadcast live from the Jozi Kota Festival.