As we continue our build-up to the 2026 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, we’re joined in studio by pianist, composer and educator Yonela Mnana.

Yonela has become an important voice in South African jazz, with a musical journey shaped by his work as a performer, composer and collaborator.

His music draws from jazz while reflecting his own experiences, influences and South African musical heritage.

This year, he takes his music to the Diphala Stage at the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz.

As we continue our build-up to the 2026 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz, we&rsquo;re joined in studio by pianist, composer and educator Yonela Mnana.
Yonela has become an important voice in South African jazz, with a musical journey shaped by his work as a performer, composer and collaborator.
His music draws from jazz while reflecting his own experiences, influences and South African musical heritage.
This year, he takes his music to the Diphala Stage at the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz.

Monday - Friday 09h00-12h00

Better Together is a mid-morning lifestyle show hosted by seasoned broadcaster Ntombi Phiri and produced by Nthabi Mamabolo. The show caters for ranging topics of conversation such as our daily social media and entertainment round up with lifestyle reporter Simply Chuene, Counsellor Mme Claudine Mofokeng wa Makgetha gives professional advice to those experiencing troubles in their lives, we shines the spotlight on people and centres making a difference in their communities, our fitness instructor Maite Makgato affords professional health tips to the listeners, Business Analyst Rofhiwa Madzena gives an update on leading business conversations, the show also celebrates different people across the spectrum doing amazing things in their lives, doctors are brought on board to give expert health advice, respective legends are brought in to reminisce on the music that shaped their lives, property related questions are also answered, we hang out with your favourite celebrities and we also afford up and coming DJ’s the platform to showcase their talent.

Monday - Friday 09h00-12h00
Better Together is a mid-morning lifestyle show hosted by seasoned broadcaster Ntombi Phiri and produced by Nthabi Mamabolo. The show caters for ranging topics of conversation such as our daily social media and entertainment round up with lifestyle reporter Simply Chuene, Counsellor Mme Claudine Mofokeng wa Makgetha gives professional advice to those experiencing troubles in their lives, we shines the spotlight on people and centres making a difference in their communities, our fitness instructor Maite Makgato affords professional health tips to the listeners, Business Analyst Rofhiwa Madzena gives an update on leading business conversations, the show also celebrates different people across the spectrum doing amazing things in their lives, doctors are brought on board to give expert health advice, respective legends are brought in to reminisce on the music that shaped their lives, property related questions are also answered, we hang out with your favourite celebrities and we also afford up and coming DJ&rsquo;s the platform to showcase their talent.

Better Together is a mid-morning lifestyle show hosted by seasoned broadcaster Ntombi Phiri and produced by Nthabi Mamabolo.

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Better Together is a mid-morning lifestyle show hosted by seasoned broadcaster Ntombi Phiri and produced by Nthabi Mamabolo.

The show caters for ranging topics of conversation such as our daily social media and entertainment round up with lifestyle reporter Simply Chuene, Counsellor Mme Claudine Mofokeng wa Makgetha gives professional advice to those experiencing troubles in their lives, we shines the spotlight on people and centres making a difference in their communities, our fitness instructor Maite Makgato affords professional health tips to the listeners, Business Analyst Rofhiwa Madzena gives an update on leading business conversations, the show also celebrates different people across the spectrum doing amazing things in their lives, doctors are brought on board to give expert health advice, respective legends are brought in to reminisce on the music that shaped their lives, property related questions are also answered, we hang out with your favourite celebrities and we also afford up and coming DJ’s the platform to showcase their talent.