On this episode, the team unpacks the buzz around Tyla's second album, A*Pop, and the glowing reviews it's receiving. Critics have praised her ability to blend amapiano, Afrobeats, R&B and pop, with some even comparing her versatility to Rihanna's. Has Tyla cemented her place as South Africa's biggest global pop star, and is she our generation's Rihanna? 

On this episode, the team unpacks the buzz around Tyla's second album, A*Pop, and the glowing reviews it's receiving. Critics have praised her ability to blend amapiano, Afrobeats, R&amp;B and pop, with some even comparing her versatility to Rihanna's. Has Tyla cemented her place as South Africa's biggest global pop star, and is she our generation's Rihanna?&nbsp;

Smash Afrika Weekends is your ultimate afternoon escape – fast-paced, bold, cheeky, and unapologetically fun. Airing weekends from 14:00 to 17:00, it’s the perfect mix of funky beats, and non-stop interaction to keep your afternoons moving. The show dives into everything from the latest news and trends to real issues affecting young South Africans. Whether it’s mental health, unemployment, the ups and downs of social media, or navigating the modern fast-paced lifestyle.

Smash Afrika Weekends is your ultimate afternoon escape &ndash; fast-paced, bold, cheeky, and unapologetically fun. Airing weekends from 14:00 to 17:00, it&rsquo;s the perfect mix of funky beats, and non-stop interaction to keep your afternoons moving. The show dives into everything from the latest news and trends to real issues affecting young South Africans. Whether it&rsquo;s mental health, unemployment, the ups and downs of social media, or navigating the modern fast-paced lifestyle.

Kea is a multifaceted radio personality who describes herself as a voice that speaks to and represents young women.

Smash Afrika Weekends

Smash Afrika Weekends is your ultimate afternoon escape – fast-paced, bold, cheeky, and unapologetically fun. Airing weekends from 14:00 to 17:00, it’s the perfect mix of funky beats, and non-stop interaction to keep your afternoons moving.
The show dives into everything from the latest news and trends to real issues affecting young South Africans. Whether it’s mental health, unemployment, the ups and downs of social media, or navigating the modern fast-paced lifestyle.

Smash Afrika Weekends is your ultimate afternoon escape &ndash; fast-paced, bold, cheeky, and unapologetically fun. Airing weekends from 14:00 to 17:00, it&rsquo;s the perfect mix of funky beats, and non-stop interaction to keep your afternoons moving. The show dives into everything from the latest news and trends to real issues affecting young South Africans. Whether it&rsquo;s mental health, unemployment, the ups and downs of social media, or navigating the modern fast-paced lifestyle.

SAW TRAINSMASH - TYLA

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.

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

SAW Is it just us, or has 2026 completely worn us out

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.

On&nbsp;&nbsp;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.

SAW GREAT AFRICAN STORY - Thobile Mavuso, Sana King 

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. 

 

We&rsquo;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&rsquo;s&nbsp; thriller Animals is sparking debate after a viral AI-generated scene left audiences questioning the future of artificial intelligence in Hollywood.&nbsp;
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SAW TRAINSMASH - TYLA

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