By: Natasha Archary Property/ Tierra Mallorce/Pixabay Walking into a potential home as a first-time home buyer often comes with an overwhelming amount of emotions. One doesn’t have too much time to spend at the property before putting in an offer to purchase. Lara Nathan from Listing Jozi says that planning ahead can make or break a decision for first-time home buyers. "Having a checklist can assist in narrowing your search […]
By: Natasha Archary Ten years later and the Meyiwa family are no closer to uncovering the truth about Senzo Meyiwa's murder. The Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates footballer was gunned down in what the State is calling a "botched home invasion" and 5 men are on trial for his murder. Meyiwa was tragically killed on 26 October 2014 at the family home of his girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo in Vosloorus. However, […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Pexels The Drive 959 team shared what a "dog eat dog world" the dating game is after a video clip revealed that more than 50% of married women who were polled shared they have a backup plan. In the age of hook-ups and a culture of no strings attached, side pieces and "snacking" is the new norm. Having a backup plan or standby lover on the […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Adobe Stock Feeling love for our friends and family is natural. What may feel unnatural is telling them how you feel. The words may be simple enough, "I love you" but the emotion those words hold is powerful. Some people may find it difficult to express themselves out of fear of rejection or shyness which can leave them feeling exposed afterwards. Why is it that some […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Adobe Stock On this week's "make it make sense" feature, Ayanda Nyathi breaks down the truth about artificial sweeteners. Joining the Drive 959 team on the discussion, Dr Tracy Nelwamondo shared whether artificial sweeteners are healthier than normal sugar. We've all seen the "zero sugar" options on beverages and some food items and for people who are living with Diabetes, alternative sugar options like Aspartame, Xylitol, […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Adobe Stock Do we help people because it's good for our egos? This is the question the Drive 959 team asked listeners to weigh in on, to gauge whether the human nature of kindness and helping others is done out of the goodness of one's heart or purely because it feeds one's ego. Kgomotso Meso came across a video clip on social media that suggests our […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Adobe Stock Abantu Bazothini! Directly translated to mean, "What will people say?" When it comes to financial decisions, most people are motivated and influenced by what other people will perceive about your lifestyle. In the Maslow hierarchy of needs, social belonging ranks highly for self-esteem and being accepted by close friends and family. This often leads people to seek financial advice from friends and family, which […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Adobe Stock Becoming a parent is a big adjustment, which requires a lot from both parents. As you both navigate how you're each changing to meet the needs of your little one(s) slowly your dynamic together also evolves. Do you see your partner in a new way now that they are a mom or dad? Has this brought you closer together or pushed you apart? Have […]