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Business Update - Exxaro CEO resigns with immediate effect.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to discuss the sudden resignation of mining firm Exxaro, Nombasa Tsengwa. They also reviewed SONA, sharing economic outcomes from the address.
#OpenLine - #ARomeoForJuliet, Brazilians vs Amabhakabhaka, SONA, and more.
On today's #OpenLine, the team and listeners touched on this coming weekend's Orlando Pirates and Sundowns game; and some questions for #aRomeoForJuliet were raised. Moreover, they reflected on SONA; paid tribute to Retshegofetse Sennelo who died following an injury during a cricket game; as well as air-conditioning etiquette at the…
#FirstThiingsFirst - Dricus Du Plessis for Donald Trump.
South African mixed martial arts fighter Dricus du Plessis sported a T-shirt showing his support for American President Donald Trump during his UFC 312 media day in Sydney on Wednesday. Du Plessis's T-shirt had the slogan "Trump prefers champions" at the front and he was vocal in his support of…
#SingItBack - 06 February 2025
Today's theme is Love Songs by Juliet.
Business Update - Sasol report lower earnings
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to discuss Sasol reporting lower earnings. They also previewed SONA, zooming into how the business world has reacted.
Could Pitso Molemane be Juliet Joseph's Valentine?
Our News Desk Editor, Pitso Molemane, has thrown his cupid towards Juliet Joseph's heart. Did she catch it? Listen to how Juliet reacts!
Will Juliet find her Romeo?
Our Traffic Reporter Juliet Joseph is looking for a Valentine's date for next week. We thought we'd help her find her Romeo in the name of love and fun. She's received some suitors already, but do you want to be added onto the list? Send your entry now by sending…
#FirstThingsFirst - All eyes and ears on SONA.
This evening, the spotlight falls on President Cyril Ramaphosa when he delivers his State of the Nation Address in Cape Town. It will be his first under the government of national unity. The team shared what they would like to hear President Ramaphosa address during his speech. They invited listeners…
#SingItBack - 05 February 2025
Today's theme is sampled Luther Vandross songs.
Business Update - Tributes pour in for Douw Steyn.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sol Phenduka about Multichoice preparing itself for a potential buy out by CanalPlus. They also paid tribute to legacy insurance billionaire and philanthropist Douw Steyn.
City of Ekurhuleni to save money with internal fines system.
EWN reported exclusively last week that since September last year, EMPD was unable to process fines after the expiration of a contract with a service provider. City of Ekurhuleni's Chief Information Officer, Moloko Monyepao, joined Sol Phenduka and Mpho Maboi to clarify the reports. He revealed that ending the contract…
#FirstThingsFirst - Michael Jordan's son Marcus arrested for drugs possession and DUI.
On Tuesday, Michael Jordan's son Marcus was arrested and charged with cocaine possession, driving under intoxication and resisting arrest. The team discussed parenthood from the lens of those who have abundant resources. They asked, "how do you deal with providing the best for you kids, but balancing it with not…
#SingItBack - 04 February 2025
Today's theme is 2025 Grammy Winners
Business Update - WeBuyCars on track to dominate used car sales market.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to speak about the continuation of Arcelor Mittal's woes. They also discussed WeBuyCars being on track to dominate used car sales market.
"Go do that," says Babyface.
Singer, Songwriter and Producer, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds didn’t get the Grammys recognition he expected this past weekend. The legend found himself in an awkward situation outside of the Grammy's red carpet while speaking with Associated Press reporters Leslie Ambriz and Krysta Fauria. In the middle of Edmonds’ interview, Fauria spotted…
#FirstThingsFirst - Ndlozi comes to Ramaphosa's defence.
In a surprising move, EFF member Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has come to the defence of “the most committed” President Cyril Ramaphosa. Ndlozi praised Ramaphosa on Monday morning, saying he is not what many people thought he was. In the past, the “People’s Bae” has been very critical of the President; however,…
#SingItBack - 03 February 2025
Today's theme is Artists Born in February
Business Update - First time property buyers set to tread with caution
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to speak about Donald Trump pulling the trigger on a trade war. They also spoke about first time property buyers in South Africa warned to tread with caution.
Are you ready for Uber Moto?
Uber is piloting rides on the back of a motorbike for passengers in parts of the Johannesburg CBD. It says the offering will help passengers cut through traffic and save some cash. Called Uber Moto, rides will start from R18, and the drivers must provide helmets for their passengers. For…
#FirstThingsFirst - Trump accuses South Africa of 'confiscating' land, cuts funding.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday, without citing evidence, that "certain classes of people" in South Africa were being treated "very badly" and that he would cut off funding for the country until the matter is investigated. "South Africa is confiscating land, and treating certain classes of people VERY…