Writes Thandi Tobias A blueprint for the world to learn from – decisive, quick and collaborative The deadly Coronavirus has brought a dark cloud of fear and negativity around the world with Spain reporting 849 new deaths in a single day. Today, the total number of confirmed global cases exceeds 800 000. This includes 38 000 lives that were lost. In South Africa, the total number of confirmed cases by […]
By: Natasha Archary We're sure you'd agree, the #21daysoflockdown has many South Africans feeling out of sorts. With a complete 360 in daily routines, entertainment options and a lifestyle reshuffle, it is not what we're used to. This goes without saying for the rest of the world in this dire time too. Happy place#ObrigadoLiveParty https://t.co/37X9UIfazP — Chef 'ChewMe' (@TumiChewMe) April 4, 2020 We wanted to bring you a bit […]
By Becky Madikane When President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the country would be going into lockdown for 21 days from midnight on Thursday, 26 March, I was filled with pride at his rapid response to contain the spread of COVID-19 in our country but also anxious. This was followed by the sudden realization that I may be more prepared to cope with this lockdown than the average South […]
By: Natasha Archary What if we told you this wouldn’t be the first time GPS-based location services were used to track South Africans for “health” purposes? What if cellphone service providers and manufacturers shadily signed you up for a 24-month contract to geo-slavery? In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has effectively seen the country in full on lockdown mode, a report from The South African suggests that […]
MEDIA RELEASE : RIGHT TO CARE / RIGHT EPHARMACY Wednesday, 1 April 2020: With lockdown urging everyone to stay home, how are public healthcare patients advised to collect their chronic medication? For those who live in and around Joburg and Bloemfontein, they can collect their monthly medicines in about three minutes from extremely advanced ‘ATM pharmacies’ set up by Right ePharmacy at busy locations close to where patients stay. […]
By: Alex Broadbent, University of Johannesburg and Benjamin T H Smart, University of Johannesburg A deserted street in Cairo after the government ordered the closure of shops, restaurants and cafes. Photo by Ziad Ahmed/NurPhoto via Getty Images Suppose you had the choice between two health policies, A and B. Policy A would result in the death of a lot of elderly people. Policy B would result in the […]
By: Natasha Archary We all knew the day would come when one of South Africa’s very own would headline the biggest electronic dance music festivals in the world. Fans were eagerly anticipating Ultra South Africa 2020 for this reason. Black Coffee’s Road to Ultra He’s no stranger to the Ultra brand, having graced the line-ups previously on other stages. But to be headlining the main stage with the likes […]
By: Tshepo Matseba You miss SA? SA misses you too. There’s something you can do to feel closer to home. South Africans are reported to be leaving the country in droves – many of them citing crime, slow economic growth and a lack of job opportunities as their reasons for emigrating.But emigration is hard. Finding one’s feet in a strange land is discomfiting, and there’s a lot to miss […]
By: Natasha Archary I’ve made no secrets about my geeky qualities. It may however, still come as a surprise to those who don’t know me. A woman who’s into tech, gaming, comic books and has watched EVERY Marvel movie, all rolled into one? Yes indeed, a rare combination of dorky genius. But wait, there’s more. You see, I have a 5-year-old little boy who’s a smaller, cuter, equally […]
He has held it down in the world of mid-morning radio with the best music, riveting topics, brilliant mixes and interesting guests. Every weekday, The Best T proves why he is the BEST by connecting to you like only your bro or favourite uncle could. He lets his listeners dictate the songs they want to hear in the ever-popular Top 10 at 10, and his Three Teaspoons never run out. Catch The Best T in the City Mondays to Fridays from 09h00 to 12h00.
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Feel good about feeling good! That's exactly what The Feel-Good show is about. An escape from the negativity that surrounds us, indulging you in good feels. Pass it on to one and all. Spread the good feeling around Gauteng with Andy Maqondwana.
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The world of business is simplified for you by Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi. This fast-paced award-winning business show talks to the corporate giants as well as up and coming entrepreneurs about their wins and challenges. Gugulethu invites guests to offer their analyses of markets and economies, and also delves into issues of personal financial wellness. Kaya Biz airs Mondays to Thursdays 18h00 to 19h00.
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Point of View with Phemelo Motene delves into the day’s current affairs, touches on real issues that affect people’s daily lives and shares expert advice on questions posed by the audience. Mondays to Thursdays 20:00 to 22:00.
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