By: Natasha Archary Connie Ferguson has defended her decision to hire her ex-husband Neo Matsunyane on the second season of Kings of Joburg. Responding to public criticism over Neo's inclusion on the Netflix series, Ferguson said she didn't understand why people felt her ex-husband didn't deserve the role. "First of all, I'm not the casting director. Some decisions are made independently. With that said, Neo is a brilliant actor, he’s […]
By: Natasha Archary Higher Education Minister, Blade Nzimande has announced an across-the-board increase in NSFAS allowances for students in 2023. Breaking down the university student allocations earlier this week, Nzimande shared that the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) fund has a projected R47.6 billion this year. "Let me indicate that our living allowance increment across the board will be R1650 per month, which is a 10% as compared to […]
By: Natasha Archary Flavio Hlabangwane has been found guilty of murdering and dismembering his cousin and storing her body parts in his freezer. Hlabangwane was on Tuesday, 31 January convicted for the gruesome, premeditated murder of Tshepang Pitse. The two were in a hidden relationship and had a fight before he killed Pitse and hacked her body into pieces. Flavio Hlabangwane confessed to the murder of Tshepang Pitse, and admitted […]
By: Natasha Archary With President Cyril Ramaphosa expected to make changes to his cabinet, South Africans are wondering if those who remained loyal to him will be rewarded. Are South African politicians failing upwards? That is the question Sizwe Dhlomo posed on Kaya Drive this Monday, 30 January. Many agree that the country's political "fat cats" receive their public funded pay cheques regardless of non-performance. Sihle Zikalala, former KwaZulu-Natal premier's […]
By: Natasha Archary Motorists are reminded to fill up their tanks as a big hike in fuel prices kicks in from midnight on Tuesday, 31 January. With an expected increase of 58c/litre in the cost of 93 Octane and 52c/litre increase in 95 Octane, the cost of fuel is heading in the wrong direction yet again. According to BusinessTech, this can be attributed to an under-recovery of global fuel prices. […]
By: Natasha Archary Alleged child sex-ring kingpin, Gerhard Ackerman has been rearrested after he violated his bail conditions. Ackerman who stands accused of 740 counts for rape, attempted rape, attempted murder and the production and distribution of child porn, failed to appear for his court appearance citing ill-health. Police however, rearrested Ackerman in Florida, west of Johannesburg after he was spotted by members of the public. Ackerman claimed that he […]
By: Natasha Archary The Gauteng Department of Education has confirmed that passing of a learner at Northcliff High School, in Blackheath, Johannesburg. A Grade 10 learner was reportedly playing cricket on the school's sports field before she suddenly collapsed and died. According to the department, paramedics rushed to the scene but the learner was unfortunately certified dead. The incident occurred on Monday, 30 January and the department is still awaiting […]
By: Natasha Archary After 48-hours without water, some Johannesburg residents are concerned about the water coming out of their taps. This after one social media user took to Twitter to share that the little water that she was able to fill from her tap, was blue. The woman, known as Ntombi M reached out to Joburg Water to find out if the blue water was safe for her to consume […]
By: Natasha Archary Ousted City of Joburg Mayor, Mpho Phalatse has her eyes set on becoming the next Democratic Alliance (DA) leader. Phalatse made her intention to bid for the opposition party's lead role on Monday, 30 January. Briefing media at the Hector Pieterson Memorial, Phalatse said she is prepared to challenge current party leader John Steenhuisen for the top position. According to Phalatse, the DA is in need of […]
On the Beat with George Manyosi on Kaya 959. Saturday's, 18pm-21pm.
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Kaya 959 takes back Sundays with A Touch of Soul, the only show bringing you soul and RnB music that touches your mind, body and spirit. The Best T in the City, T-bose takes you back to a time when music was made to last. A Touch of Soul is the perfect wind-down to your weekend. Sundays 14h00 to 18h00.
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The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane. Sunday's 12:00-15:00.
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WITH XOLA DLWATI: SATURDAYS 12:00 -15:00 Spade of Hearts is a fuse of love and soulful sounds, pulling at your heartstrings. Tune in for songs that will take you down memory lane. It is the sound that once dominated your playlist. It airs Sundays 12:00 – 15:00.
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The World Show is informative, expansive, and largely pan-African. This is a musical journey that bridges generations and genres, travelling across continents and timelines, with in-depth interviews and features. ‘The World Show’ is a four-hour global journey through sound – featuring the freshest tracks from home and afar.
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Real. Familiar. Memorable. Kaya 959 brings you the music you know and love from our playlist. Uninterrupted. Thursdays 20h00 to 21h00
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