POLITICAL ZONE: IS MKP'S BID TO DELAY LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS A THREAT TO DEMOCRACY?

As South Africa continues to navigate a complex political landscape marked by shifting alliances, governance challenges, and growing public scrutiny, we turn to those who help us make sense of it all. We’re now joined by political analyst Thobani Zikalala to unpack the latest developments shaping t…

SARS SURPASSES R2 TRILLION IN TAX COLLECTIONS AS COSATU LAUDS PUBLIC SERVICE TURNAROUND

The South African Revenue Service has surpassed the R2 trillion mark in revenue for the first time, with collections reaching just over R2.01 trillion in the 2025/26 financial year, an 8.4% increase year-on-year . Trade union federation Congress of South African Trade Unions has welcomed this as a …

FREEDOM THEN VS FREEDOM NOW: ARE WE TRULY FREE OR JUST LIVING DIFFERENTLY

As South Africa marks Freedom Day, we’re reminded of a moment that changed the course of the nation the 1994 South African general election when millions stood in long lines, voting for the very first time, choosing dignity, equality, and a new future. But more than 30 years later, the question sti…

MONDAY DEVOTION: MY PAIN, MY POWER, MY IDENTITY

As we step into a new week, many of us are carrying things we don’t always talk about — pain from our past, disappointment, loss, or even silent battles we face daily. But what if that pain isn’t just something to survive, what if it’s something that can shape us, strengthen us, and even define our…

REMEMBERING OLIVER TAMBO: LEADERSHIP, LEGACY, AND THE UNFINISHED STRUGGLE

As we mark 33 years since the passing of Oliver Tambo, we are reminded that reflecting on his leadership is not just an exercise in history—it becomes a mirror that forces us to ask difficult questions about what leadership truly means in times of crisis, and what happens to it when that sense of c…

CREATIVE ZONE GET TO KNOW DJ MREMZ

We’re tapping into the sound of the streets with one of Soweto’s rising stars. Hailing from Orlando East, Tebogo “Dj Mremz” Letlojane is a DJ and producer making serious waves in the Amapiano scene. From grinding through lockdown studio sessions to getting his music played on UK radio, his journey …

ACROSS AFRICA: THE RISE OF GEN Z-LED PROTESTS ACROSS AFRICA

Across Africa, a new wave of activism is taking shape, led by Gen Z’s a generation using both the streets and social media to demand change. From calls for better governance and economic opportunities to pushes for justice and accountability, young people are making their voices impossible to ignor…

SOCIAL ZONE: UMSHADO NOMNDENI - TAKING CARE OF IN-LAWS IN MODERN RELATIONSHIPS

You’ve heard the saying: when you marry someone, you marry their family too but no one really tells you that sometimes, that can mean sharing your space, your finances and even your peace. This morning, we’re getting into the real dynamics of in-laws in modern relationships. From moving in together…

BOOK REVIEW: STORIES OF HOPE

We’re living in a time where a lot of people are carrying silent battles but what if hope is still a choice? In Stories of Hope, Bonginkosi Mashilo shares powerful, real-life reflections on love, loss, growth, and resilience reminding us that even in our darkest moments, there’s always a way forwar…

TECH ZONE: DATA PRIVACY AND SURVEILLANCE IN SOUTH AFRICA

South Africans are living increasingly digital lives, but with that convenience comes growing concern about how personal information is collected, shared, and protected. From the rise of persistent spam calls and unsolicited marketing messages to the widespread use of data by companies and the expa…