5 Drive

They’re liking posts from three years ago, leaving comments in ALL CAPS, and misusing trending audio. The 5 Drive team is unpacking the ultimate digital hazard: parents on social media. Zanele, Nick, and the crew debate whether parents online are a wholesome addition to our feeds or an absolute, inescapable vibe killer.

Running the Mother City! The 5 Drive team dives into the sweat, spirit, and spectacle of the Cape Town Marathon on DDTB.

It's Tuesday Traffic Challenge with Nick!

The 5 Drive team is opening up the floor to one of the biggest relationship gambles out there: getting matching ink with your partner. From cute, subtle symbols to bold names permanently stamped on skin, things get wild when listeners call in with their funniest, sweetest, and most regretful couple's tattoo stories.

We are testing SA’s geography skills in 'Can you guess the African country described?' Play along with the callers and see how many clues it takes for you to guess the right nation.

From localized outages to broader continental shortages, our relationship with water has hit a critical tipping point. The crew links up with Channel Africa to look past the policy talk and unpack the real, everyday reality of water preservation.

In this edition of Don't Drop the Ball (DDTB), the 5 Drive team takes on the impossible task of ranking the top 5 most iconic, unforgettable sporting moments in history.

Hollywood royalty finds a deep, spiritual home in Mzansi. The 5 Drive team discusses global superstar Gabrielle Union’s incredibly moving journey to South Africa, where she laid her late father’s ashes to rest. The crew unpacks the deep emotional significance behind her choice, the beauty of ancestral connection, and why our beautiful country continues to hold a profound place in her heart.

In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.

Amapiano prodigy and chart-topping star Zee Nxumalo joins the 5 Drive team for a powerful, eye-opening chat about manifestation and grabbing your dreams while you’re still alive to witness them. Fresh off her massive streaming milestones, Zee drops gems on her meteoric rise, staying grounded, and why being a little "delusional" about your goals is the ultimate superpower.

The 5Drive League drama unfolds on DDTB! The team reviews the latest round of matches, responds to fiery listener feedback, and reacts to the shifting leaderboard.

We all have that one irreplaceable person in our circle who just gets things done. 🔌✨ Whether it’s the friend who always scores the VVIP event tickets, the colleague who fixes every IT crisis, or the family member who knows the absolute best spot for late-night street food—they are the ultimate "plug." In this segment, the 5 Drive team celebrates the people who make life smoother, cheaper, and way more exciting.

Zee Nxumalo joins the 5 Drive team for a powerful, eye-opening chat about manifestation and grabbing your dreams while you’re still alive to witness them. Fresh off her massive streaming milestones, Zee drops gems on her meteoric rise, staying grounded, and why being a little "delusional" about your goals is the ultimate superpower.

The 5 Drive team rallies around Mzansi's favorite first lady of rugby as she navigates a massive season of personal transition.

The awkward cheek graze, the accidental lip-lock, or the air-kiss that missed entirely—why are we still kissing as a greeting? The 5 Drive team unpacks the ultimate social minefield and debates why it’s time to officially retire the kiss hello in favor of personal space.

From South Africa straight to the pitch with the GOAT! The 5 Drive team catches up with football talent Mbekezeli Mbokazi for this edition of DDTB.

A simple "hello" hits completely differently depending on where it comes from. The 5 Drive team dives into the ultimate auditory attraction: accents! From the smooth, melodic rolls of the French to the sharp charm of the British, the crew breaks down the accents that instantly turn heads, melt hearts, and leave us completely weak at the knees.

When South African energy meets Kenyan hosting royalty, a language lesson turns into pure radio chaos. The team gets a crash course in Swahili live on air, and let’s just say some accents are easier to pick up than others.

In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.

The team takes a nostalgic, hilarious trip down memory lane to look back at the world the last time Arsenal won the league. How old were you? What were you wearing? And what technology didn't even exist yet?

When Nasty C and Tellaman team up, magic happens. 5 Drive link up with the iconic SA music heavyweights to discuss the vision, creative process, and inspiration behind their joint album. Packed with signature 5FM energy, trendy insights, and exclusive details straight from the artists, this is a must-listen for all SA music lovers.

Was it a CD passed down by an older sibling, a random late-night radio discovery, or a core memory formed at your very first festival? In this beautifully nostalgic segment from 5 Drive take a trip down memory lane to unpack the origin stories of our musical tastes. Whether you're a die-hard Amapiano fan, an old-school Hip-Hop head, a Rock enthusiast, or a Pop lover, the team and the listeners share the exact moments they fell head-over-heels in love with their favorite music genres.

In this spicy and unexpected segment from 5 Drive team sit down with SA hip-hop heavyweight Nasty C. When put on the spot with a tough choice, the "Juice Back" superstar throws a major curveball, admitting why he’d actually select a fast-burning viral hit over a timeless music classic under the right circumstances.

5 Drive captures the pure, chaotic, and beautiful energy running through the global Arsenal fanbase right now. After 22 long years of heartbreak and three consecutive seasons of agonizingly finishing as runners-up, Arsenal are officially the English Premier League Champions!

Breathtaking passes, mountain culture, and snow in Africa! In this clip from 5 Drive, Zanele Potelwa and Nick Archibald explore the unique magic of traveling to Lesotho.

We know it’s beautiful, cold, and has incredible mountains—but how much do we actually know about the Kingdom in the Sky?

When culture goes global, who really wins? In this clip from 5 Drive explore the complex intersection of cultural heritage and commercial success. The team opens up the phone lines for a trendy, fast-paced debate on whether commercializing traditional art, music, and fashion honors our roots or waters them down for a paycheck.

It's Tuesday Traffic  Challenge with Nick. 

In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.

5 Drive examines the recent split between SA's own PGA Tour winner Garrick Higgo and his bagman.

From the completely mundane to the absolutely chaotic, the things we do with our inner circle say everything about our bond.

We break down the modern psychology of brand loyalty. Whether it’s tech, fashion, or everyday groceries, the team explores what makes us stick to our favorite brands—and what drives us to switch.

30 seconds. One letter. Seven layers of chaos! From flavors and movie titles to jobs and things found in nature, can our contestants name them all before the timer runs out? Tune in to this high-energy 5 Drive game to find out who has the fastest vocabulary in SA!

Ready for the ultimate sports countdown? In this segment of Don't Drop the Ball on 5 Drive team debate and break down the top 5 most iconic, unforgettable sporting moments in history.

Internet, do your thing! We have a romantic mystery on our hands, and we need the 5FM family to help solve it.

The team discusses the highest-value players, key transfer targets, and strategic differential picks you need to secure green arrows this gameweek. Packed with signature 5FM energy and competitive edge, it's a must-listen for anyone trying to dominate their FPL mini-leagues.

In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.

Awkward silences, terrible metaphors, and a lot of eye contact avoidance—we’ve all been there. The 5 Drive team revisit the ultimate childhood horror: getting the sex talk from your parents.Packed with the show's signature youth-driven energy and hilarious listener confessions, this segment breaks down the weirdest, funniest, and most unhelpful ways South African parents tackled the birds and the bees.

We take a sledgehammer to the biggest lies on television. Why do TV hackers type at the speed of light while staring at neon green code? Why do TV architects just sit in sunlit lofts sketching gorgeous skyscrapers, and why are TV doctors doing literally every job in the hospital while managing a dramatic love life in the breakroom?! The team and the listeners break down the real-world jobs that Hollywood got completely wrong.

Time to test your presidential trivia! In this clip, the 5 Drive team play a fast-paced game of "Who Said It", tracing back famous, weird, and unforgettable quotes to global commanders-in-chief. Packed with the show's signature youth-driven energy, competitive banter, and plenty of laughs, it's the ultimate radio game show segment to keep you entertained on your drive home.

We dive into a relatable, laugh-out-loud discussion about unexpected acceptances and unbelievable moments.

When two of Southern Africa's biggest youth radio powerhouses collide, you know the studio is about to get chaotic! 🇿🇦🇧🇼 The 5 Drive team welcomes the incredible crew from Botswana’s number one urban youth station, Yarona FM, for an epic cross-border link-up. Things kick off with a bang as they introduce a brand-new, spicy "Hot Take" segment to the show.

Is it a cultural revolution, or are the youth just doing too much? Capable of turning old-school rules completely upside down, the disrupting youth are going toe-to-toe with traditionalists in this fiery segment.

Pure radio magic! While Lerato from Yarona FM (Botswana) was taking over the 5 Drive airwaves, her family in South Africa was locked in and listening. We just had to get them on the line!

In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.

Let’s talk numbers! The MLSPA has dropped its latest salary guide, and the figures are mind-boggling.

Cape Town is picking up the pieces. After a brutal week of relentless storm systems that triggered a national disaster classification across multiple provinces, the focus has officially turned to the clean-up operations. From uprooted trees and flooded roads to major power outages, Zanele Potelwa and Nick Archibald look at the full impact of the storm aftermath and give you the latest updates on the relief efforts. helping affected communities.

As the football season reaches its absolute boiling point, the 5 Drive team is breaking down the chaotic, edge-of-your-seat title races dominating the beautiful game.

It’s the ultimate test of survival: making eye contact with your ex in the middle of a crowded room. Do you do the awkward half-wave, pretend you’ve suddenly gone blind, or dive behind the nearest clothing rack?

In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.