



Spotlight – Madlanga Comission recap 28th September 2026
It’s been a busy day at the Madlanga Commission, with developments around two witnesses at the centre of some of the evidence being heard by the inquiry. Mpumalanga taxi boss Oupa “Bafana” Sindane’s WhatsApp messages are now being presented to the Commission as it examines his alleged links to peop…

Repo rate rises as cost of living pressures mount
If you feel like your money is being stretched further and further these days, there is a lot happening in the economy that could explain why. Earlier today, Statistics South Africa told us that consumer inflation has climbed to 4.4%; meaning prices, overall, are rising faster than they were a mont…

What is the strangest experience you have had in a Taxi
On the drive with Thando today we ask what is the strangest experience you have had in a taxi. We hear from a wide variety of people who have some very interesting stories from all around Johannesburg.

Spotlight – Top SAPS Cop appears in court
A 59-year-old police lieutenant-general has been arrested over allegations involving the grooming of a 16-year-old girl and the rape of an 18-year-old woman, with his expected appearance in the Randburg Magistrates’ Court yet to take place. While speculation continues over the officer’s identity, E…

Naked - Wheel Talk. 17 Sep

Your Story: Mbuyiseni Ndlozi
Thando and Msizi are in discussion with Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, an activist and former Member of the National Assembly of South Africa, on this instalment of Your Story. Ndlozi's journey is a testament to the complexities of the country's history and the ongoing struggle for unity and self-sufficiency. …

Understanding municipal bylaws and how non-adherence of small laws that lead to bigger problems
As we navigate the complexities of modern life, it's easy to get caught up in the daily grind and overlook the little things that make a big difference in our communities. But what happens when those little things add up and become a bigger issue? Thando, Msizi, and the listeners delve into the wo…

Are municipal bylaws the key to tackling crime in South Africa?
As the country gears up for municipal elections, a pressing question has been on the minds of many: what role do municipal bylaws play in maintaining law and order? Thando and Msizi are in conversation with Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) Chief of Police Patrick Jaca about municipal by…

Naked Wheel Talk: What you need to know when your older vehicle’s factory warranty, service plan and maintenance plan expires
On Naked Wheel Talk, Thando and Msizi chatted to car content creator Jacob Moshokoa about what motorists need to know when an older vehicle’s factory warranty, service plan, and maintenance plan expire. The conversation unpacked what this means for owners who want to keep their cars for longer, in…

What things you have learnt about your own country from tourists
Sometimes it takes an outsider to notice the things we’ve stopped seeing in our own country. Thando came across a video of an American sharing his observations about South Africa, and some of the things he pointed out are so normal to us that we barely even notice them. So we want to know: what hav…