Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Impact on POV: SA Fires Up a World Record Braai Attempt

Loading player...
Thousands of South Africans gathered at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria to celebrate Heritage Day and witness the country's attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest braai. The event brought together 2,500 braai enthusiasts who simultaneously grilled half a ton of meat across 420 custom-built braai stands. Each participant received a portion of boerewors, a fresh roll, a branded apron, and tongs. The record-breaking attempt was part of a larger celebration featuring live music performances, beer gardens, and food trucks. The current record holder is Ishigaki City in Japan, with 2,220 people achieving the record in November 2023. To break the record, the South African team needed to surpass this number, and with 2,500 participants, they aimed to set a new record. However, the confirmation of the record will take some time, and participants and attendees will have to wait a few days to find out if South Africa has successfully toppled Japan as the current record holder. Phemelo speaks to CEO of Imbumba Foundation Richard Mabaso.
29 Sep 2025 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

Other recent episodes

Legal Matters: eviction, restraint of trade

This week's Legal Matters Nthabiseng Dubazana unpacks key legal issues, including eviction linked to criminal activity, a labour dispute over whether workers were picketing or rehearsing wedding songs, and restraint of trade without a written agreement.
22 Jul 2PM 36 min

SASSA under fire as beneficiaries brave freezing cold for grants

More than 50 people, including pensioners, mothers with children and people with disabilities, spent the night outside SASSA's Bellville office in freezing temperatures just to secure a place in the queue. ActionSA says the scenes expose a failing system and is calling for urgent improvements, while SASSA has responded to…
22 Jul 2PM 22 min

SA women's hockey team shines on the field but battles funding off it

South African hockey player Onthatile "Thati" Zulu has lifted the lid on the financial strain facing the national women's team, revealing that players often have to fund their own World Cup preparations through sponsorships, crowdfunding and personal contributions. Her open letter has reignited the debate around funding for under-supported sports…
22 Jul 2PM 16 min

Parliament questions Treasury over R13.5bn municipal funding freeze

Parliament has grilled National Treasury over its decision to withhold R13.5 billion in funding from struggling municipalities over financial mismanagement and unpaid debts. While 27 councils have had their funding restored and more are expected to receive payments, dozens remain without crucial funds as Treasury insists they meet strict financial…
21 Jul 2PM 13 min

CRL Rights Commission cracks down after 43 initiation deaths this winter

The CRL Rights Commission is stepping up efforts to tackle the ongoing crisis at initiation schools after 43 initiates lost their lives during this year's winter initiation season. The latest figures also reveal dozens of hospitalisations, abductions, illegal schools and criminal cases, prompting the commission to launch a special committee…
21 Jul 2PM 16 min
All episodes