Sowetan Podcast

Renting challenges in Joburg

REMAX Ebenezer (Soweto) Broker Owner, Mohau Motaung explains the challenges and reasons as to why people aged between 25 and 40, prefer to rent than buying. Going further to explain how some even opt to rent to transfer than outright trying to buy a bond on the property.

8 Jun 2 min

Debt review complaints on the rise

38,000 consumers who were placed under debt review without their knowledge were removed from the system last year.

7 Jun 9 min

Johanna Mabuela says she was placed under debt review without her knowledge

Mabuela says despite asking the company that placed her under debt review to remove her from the process, it hasn't happened and all her accounts are flagged.

7 Jun 7 min

Gauteng Health on declining cardiac surgery mortality rates at Charlotte Maxeke Hospital

Gauteng Health spokesperson Steve Mabona responds to concerns over cardiac surgery mortality rates at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, outlining the department's latest figures and interventions aimed at improving patient outcomes.

4 Jun 3 min

DJ Clock on divorce, fatherhood and finding his way back to music

“I had to put everything else aside and focus on my children,” says house music veteran DJ Clock as he reflects on the years he spent rebuilding his life away from the spotlight following a difficult divorce. Speaking to Sowetan, the award-winning producer lifted the lid on how he has…

3 Jun 14 min

Why you need comprehensive cover

Many people don't have the right cover.

2 Jun 2 min

Indigenous plant study opens new path in cancer treatment research

Chrisna Gouws a research professor in the Centre of Excellence for Pharmaceutical Sciences in the Faculty of Health Sciences, says cancer bush an indigenous plant can now become a supplement for chemotherapy or cancer patients who have become drug resistant.

2 Jun 8 min

Lack of disclosure can create serious complications for patients and unfairly place blame on traditional healers.

Traditional Health Practitioner registered with the Traditional Healers Organization, Abraham Mnguni, said the problem is rooted in longstanding stereotypes surrounding traditional healing practices. Mnguni said some patients fear being ridiculed or judged by healthcare workers who hold personal religious beliefs against traditional healing practices.

1 Jun 7 min

Lordkez reflects on surreal Colors Show debut and flying the South African flag abroad

“Being the first person from Kimberley to be on Colors feels like such a big stamp of approval,” says alternative R&B singer Lordkez after making her debut on the globally acclaimed music platform. The Johannesburg-based artist reflects on filming in New York, fulfilling a dream nearly a decade in the…

1 Jun 3 min

Dangerous silence: patients hiding traditional medicine use from doctors, study finds

Dr Lindiwe Gumede of the University of Johannesburg found that patients often do not disclose their use of traditional remedies before seeking medical treatment, making it harder for healthcare professionals to provide appropriate care.

1 Jun 17 min

Faith Mangope on poverty, patriotism and holding power to account through award-winning radio

When you’ve lived through lack, you understand why accountability matters,” says Metro FM’s Faith Mangope after Talk with Faith Mangope wins international recognition at the 2026 New York Festivals Radio Awards. The broadcaster reflects on how growing up in poverty shaped her patriotism and her drive to lead fearless conversations…

29 May 29 min

Starr Healer opens up about love, fame and finding peace in her fast-rising career

“People think they know me, but I’m still figuring myself out,” says the Afro-soul newcomer behind Hamba Nami featuring Nomfundo Moh.

28 May 16 min

Former Tembisa clerk to lose R1.8m of pension fund

A former Tembisa Hospital supply chain clerk stands to lose a luxury property worth R6.4m and pension benefits valued at R1.8m after the investigating unit obtained a preservation order and interim interdict linked to the alleged looting of public funds at the hospital.

28 May 4 min

R1bn drug bust at Beitbridge border

Nearly R1bn worth of drugs destined for South Africa’s streets were intercepted at the Beitbridge border post on Wednesday with investigators probing drug seizure is linked to global trafficking network.

28 May 1 min

Attorney explains what courts consider in divorce maintenance claims

Managing director at Donda Attorneys, Malusi Xulu, said couples should first attempt reconciliation before pursuing divorce proceedings

27 May 4 min

How to navigate divorce proceedings

Khodani Manyike from K Tshitahe Attorneys in Pretoria said many people enter divorce proceedings without understanding that courts decide each matter based on facts, evidence and financial circumstances.

27 May 2 min

"Everything will come back to bite us just be prepared budget better"- Roodt

Dawie Roodt founder, Director and Chief Economist of the Efficient Group says there is a likelihood fuel prices will go down but we are still yet to pay for the time when the fuel levy relief was put in place because government could not afford that move.

27 May 3 min

Kidnappings in Gauteng shifting from “high-profile ransom” to “express kidnappings

Bolhuis said kidnapping syndicates are moving away from lengthy, high-profile ransom kidnappings involving wealthy businessmen and instead opting for quick abductions aimed at draining victims’ bank accounts within hours.

27 May 15 min

How Zee Nxumalo and Dlala Thukzin became a dance powerhouse

Zee Nxumalo opens up on evolving from Amapiano to 3-step with Dlala Thukzin, and how diving into Lekompo won her a new wave of fans in Limpopo.

26 May 2 min

SIU freezes luxury property and farm linked to unlawful R532m Free State EMS tenders

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has frozen luxury properties linked to businessman Thapelo Samuel Buthelezi after uncovering irregular emergency medical services tenders worth more than R532 million awarded by the Free State Department of Health.

26 May 3 min