Smash Afrika Weekends

We ask you a series of themed questions…some a bit cheeky and we see if we can catch you out on how you really feel. The theme for today is Social Media Behaviour. 

In this episode of Smash’s Hot Take, we revisit our World Cup anthem conversation, and things have taken a turn! A few weeks ago we said we needed Tyla on a World Cup track… and now she’s actually dropped  GAME TIME  with Future.   Tyla is taking SA sound to the world stage and we are here for it! 

What is the right way to slide into someone's dm's? A listener has shared a confession about their love life drama. Smash and the team investigate 

The Great African Story with Dr Pepe Marais   Today we have Dr Pepe Marais. He is one of Africa's most influential creative thinkers, co-founding Joe Public and helping shape the way brands connect with people across the continent. Through his latest book, One Word, he challenges leaders and businesses to cut through complexity and discover the simple purpose at the heart of everything they d...

Jessica Alba and Cash Warren's daughter just graduated from high school, but it wasn't the milestone itself that got people talking... it was the seating arrangement. On this episode of Trainsmash, Smash Afrika unpacks the complexities of co-parenting after a breakup, navigating major family milestones with an ex, and whether it's possible to truly stay friends after a divorce. 

The excitement was building at DHL Stadium as the DHL Stormers prepared to take on Cardiff Rugby in a massive URC quarterfinal clash. Smash catches up with Kelly Thuynsma live from Cape Town to get a feel for the atmosphere ahead of kick-off. From the energy in the stands to what makes DHL Stadium one of South Africa's premier sporting venues, Kelly takes us behind the scenes of one of rugby's big...

The Great African Story: 12-year old, Alyssa Govenden joins us WESSA (the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa) has announced the 2026 Young Reporters for the Environment national winners, with this year’s focus on food security and climate change. Among the standout voices is 12-year-old Alyssa Govenden from Crawford International Lonehill, who took top honours in the Podcast Ca...

Miley Cyrus has officially cemented her place in pop culture history with her very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. That revelation sparks a bigger conversation: if South Africa had its own Walk of Fame, where should it be and which icons would have a place on it?

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. 

Trainsmash: Would you wear these overpriced "bare-feet" shoes?  Each Saturday, Karabo brings you the one pop culture or entertainment story we think you absolutely need to hear. This week, fashion may have finally crossed the line between “avant-garde” and “Are you guys pranking us?” At the Chanel Resort 2027 show, a brand-new “it-shoe” was unveiled…...

Man skateboards through Africa and experiences the spirit of Ubuntu  This Africa Day, one unexpected moment on a quiet South African roadside is reminding people why this continent moves differently. American skateboarder Jason Vanporppal is currently skating across Africa on his way to Cape Town, and while passing through Beaufort West, he was met by a guard of honour from local school kids...

This lost & found story is mind boggling  Imagine stumbling across an organ transport container in the middle of nowhere… do you investigate, run away, or pretend you never saw it?  Well, that bizarre discovery got Tom and Mtha thinking about all the strange things people have accidentally lost. Including Jenna’s gran… who somehow lost something VERY personal at a...

Waste your time phone line: Can Lukas fix my broken heart? On this week’s Waste Your Time Phone Line, Tom’s heart is broken… and Lukas might just be the man to fix it.  This prank starts as a heartfelt search for healing and quickly spirals into absolute chaos and confusion. Listen to find out if Tom can recover from the emotional damage.

The Great African Story: Zi and Nsi telling african stories through hair  Every Saturday, we bring you the story of a South African doing something incredible. Today, we’re shining a light on Nsindiso Khumalo and Zithobe Macheli-  two African visual storytellers using hair as their creative medium. Nsindiso is a fashion designer and hairstylist, while Zithobe is a skinfluencer and...

Smash's Hot Take: Orlando Pirates Controversy After spending the day at the stadium, Smash Afrika has come back with some wild conspiracy theories around Orlando Pirates and College. Smash and Aaron debate the theories on air.

Confession: "My dad is leaving me a huge inheritance, should I tell my husband?" In this week's confession, we unpack how one women has recently received an inheritance and is battling to decide whether she should tell her husband. Smash, Karabo and Aaron weigh in...

Formula 1 has traditionally had a mostly male fanbase, but lately more women have been getting into the sport. A new theory suggests that Formula 1 is like a boyband. Social media is buzzing over a wild theory stating that F1 female fans love these three: Formula 1, BTS and One Direction. Is there a connection? Smash Afrika Weekends investigates.

Each Sunday, we sit down with some of the most exciting names in entertainment to unpack their journey through the industry: the highs, the lows, and everything in between. This week, we’re joined by South African singer-songwriter Ben September, who steps into a bold new chapter with the release of his latest EP, 7 Girls. Known for blending intimate R&B, poetry, and emotional storytelli...

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. 

Every weekend on Smash Afrika Weekends, we bring you the story of a South African doing something incredible. THIS is The Great African Story.  This week, we catch up with visionary artist Samurai Farai. He is a creative blending street art, fashion, and Afrocentric storytelling to redefine African expression. He opens up about identity, culture, mental health, and the journey behind his powe...

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. 

Where is Zakumi? FIFA World Cup Nostalgia  What started as a nostalgic chat about the 2010 FIFA World Cup somehow became a full-scale investigation into Zakumi’s whereabouts. 2010 was vuvuzelas, fan parks and Tshabalala’s iconic goal. Smash Afrika shares why Zakumi is still the GOAT of mascots. 

Tough times never last, but great blazers do 

Our World Cup Anthem: Would Tyla approve?  The FIFA World Cup is getting closer, and the debate around the next anthem is heating up. We unpack the latest FIFA song chatter from Shakira, Burna Boy, Jelly Roll and Carin León, and revisit classics like Waka Waka and Wavin’ Flag. Our Smash Afrika Weekends team also makes their own version of Tyla’s Water to prove she could del...

Drake has dropped a surprise triple album:  Iceman ,  Habibti  and  Maid of Honour.  This is a   historic move that’s never been done before. But here’s the hot take: it feels like Drake is love bombing us. Nothing for the longest time, and then suddenly three albums at once. Safe to say… we’re in a toxic relationship with Drake. And on top of...