Afro-House Goes Orchestral: Sun-El & Dlala Thukzin at Red Bull Symphonic

Grab your winter coat and your dancing shoes because we are traveling from the tundra to the dancefloor! 🌍 First up, the mystery is solved: Drake turned Toronto into a giant ice block to reveal that his highly anticipated album, ICEMAN, officially drops on May 15th. Then, we’re basking in the g…

The Ultra Ultimatum: Will Michelle Let Donovan Back In?

Is a ticket to see John Summit and DJ Snake enough to get you out of the doghouse? 🌭 This afternoon on Afternoons with Zweli, we’re dealing with a couple at a literal crossroads. Donovan and Michelle have been having a rough one, and Donovan has been relegated to sleeping outside! Zweli is steppi…

The Nasrec Peace Offering: Lesiba’s Ultra Apology to Lesego

Is a ticket to the biggest dance festival in Africa enough to wipe the slate clean? 🎧 This afternoon, Zweli is playing referee for a very public "I’m sorry." Lesiba is on the line with a heavy heart and a pair of Ultra South Africa tickets in his hand. He’s reaching out to his ex, Lesego, hoping …

News it or Lose it: From Amapiano Royalty to Gaga’s Secret Project

Lock your doors and turn up the bass because the legends are moving! 🎙️ This afternoon on News it or Lose it, Zweli is breaking down the massive headlines shaking the music world. First up, the Kings are claiming their throne. Kabza De Small and DJ Maphorisa (Scorpion Kings) are officially taking…

Word on the Street: Dealing with the "Take the Deposit and Run" Brigade

Have you ever been "blue-ticked" by a plumber while your kitchen was underwater? 🌊 This afternoon, Zweli is opening the floodgates for your most infuriating (and hilarious) stories of services gone wrong. We’re sharing the legendary tale of a mom who took matters into her own hands by literally l…

"Nothing New Under the Sun": Fundudzi’s Circular Fashion Statement

Is "new" actually better, or are we just ignoring the beauty of what already exists? 🧵 This afternoon, Zweli is joined by the legendary Craig Jacobs, founder of Fundudzi, who is making a triumphant return to SA Fashion Week after a 10-year hiatus. Craig is breaking down his powerful new collect…

News it or Lose it: The Tour Hacks and Teasers Moving the Charts

Start your week on a high note because the pop world is working overtime! 🎶 This episode of News it or Lose it with Afternoons with Zweli is all about the ladies leading the charts. First up, we’re talking Billie Eilish. She just dropped a teaser for a brand-new tour intro that has fans losing th…

When the K9 Unit Hits the Hallways: Your Wildest School Stories

Was your high school experience "normal," or did the police once show up for a surprise raid? 🚓 This episode of Word on the Street features Zweli diving deep into the archives of his teenage years. Zweli is sharing those "you had to be there" moments from the confusion of a student’s piercing bei…

From Toronto Ice to Hollywood Magic: This Week’s Biggest News Drops

Put on your winter coat and grab your spellbook, because this episode is a wild ride! 🎢 First, we’re heading to Toronto where Drake just turned the city into a giant freezer. After fans literally chiseled through a million pounds of ice, we finally have a date for ICEMAN: May 15th! 🧊 Meanwhile, …

The Youngest in the Kitchen: Mahlatse’s Inspiring MasterChef SA Journey

He might have bowed out on a rice challenge, but Mahlatse Mongatane is still the king of the kitchen in our eyes! 👑 This episode of Afternoons with Zweli welcomes the 23-year-old Polokwane native who won our hearts (and a cool R50,000 in the chocolate challenge!) on the latest season of MasterChef…