Smash Afrika Weekends

Madonna's comeback and who would be in a sexy 2026 coffee table book

We are joined by Peace 'X' Nguphane, whose journey in mixed martial arts is proof that success is earned one fight at a time. With multiple championship titles and a place on the PFL Africa stage, he's become one of South Africa's most promising fighters. Today, he shares the story behind the victories, the setbacks and the man inside the cage

What started as an ordinary Sunday turned into one of the most powerful moments we've shared on air. Juanita from Knysna reached out because her boyfriend, who is in prison, has no direct way of communicating with her. His only connection to the outside world is listening to us on 5FM. This is what she has to say...

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country-  the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. 

This week, daredevil couple Angela Nikolau and Ivan Kuznetsov stunned the internet after climbing the Empire State Building, where Ivan proposed more than 1,400 feet above the city with no ropes or safety gear. Was it the ultimate declaration of love, or did the stunt go dangerously too far?

This week on The Great African Story, we sit down with Chef Andrew Leeuw, co-founder of Sumting Fresh, one of South Africa's most recognisable gourmet street food brands. He shares how he walked away from the fine dining world to make exceptional food more accessible, and the journey that turned a bold idea into a household name. It's a story of passion, entrepreneurship and redefining what great food can be.

Has the Durban July marquee experience lost its magic? In Smash's Hot Take, Smash unpacks how the event has shifted from an exclusive social experience to a race for the next viral moment. Is it still about enjoying the day, or has it become all about being seen?

It's SMASH OR PASS where we ask you a series of themed questions…some a bit cheeky and we see if we can catch you out on how you REALLY feel. The theme is Taking The L.

The new Minions movie has everyone obsessed with those chaotic little yellow characters, and it's inspired some seriously impressive Minion impression contests around the world. So Tom and Mtha decided to host one of their own and put listeners' Minion-speaking skills to the test. The only rule? The more convincing your gibberish, the better your chances!

Every Sunday on Trainsmash with Karabo, we unpack a pop culture story everyone is talking about. This week, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce reportedly celebrated a star-studded wedding with around 1,000 guests but thanks to a strict no-phone policy, not a single photo has surfaced. With the ceremony allegedly taking place at Madison Square Garden, we're asking: would you ever get married at your workplace?

Around RSA in 90 Sec: Jam Jam the Comedian comments on the Bok win

At just 13 years old, North West has sparked a global debate after stepping out at Paris Fashion Week in an edgy look featuring dramatic makeup and faux facial piercings. While some praised her confidence and style, others questioned whether adults should be critiquing a child's appearance at all. This week on Trainsmash with Karabo, we unpack where the line is between public opinion and overstepping when it comes to children in the spotlight.

It's SMASH OR PASS where we ask you a series of themed questions…some a bit cheeky and we see if we can catch you out on how you REALLY feel. The theme is Be Honest, Don't Lie.

Bafana Bafana are making history, and now the rewards are getting even bigger. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie has pledged R5 million for every World Cup match Bafana wins, with the bonus backdated to include their victory over South Korea that secured a place in the knockout stages. In  Smash's Hot Take, we ask whether these massive incentives are the perfect motivation or whether national pride should be reward enough.

Today on The Great African Story, we head into the South African bush with game ranger Curteis Roberts. He shares what it's really like to protect wildlife, live alongside nature, and the unforgettable lessons the wilderness has taught him. From close encounters to conservation, this is a story of purpose, passion and the wild.

In this episode of The Great African Story, we sit down with Samkelo Matomela, the printmaker, painter and muralist better known as The Midnight Magician. He shares how he went from studying Town and Regional Planning to building a career as a full-time artist, and the story behind his unique creative identity. It's an inspiring conversation about taking chances, finding purpose and trusting your passion.

It's SMASH OR PASS where we ask you a series of themed questions…some a bit cheeky and we see if we can catch you out on how you REALLY feel. The theme is Music No No's.

Global superstar Tyla continues her unstoppable rise with the release of her new single “Is It Love”, marking another bold step towards her upcoming studio album. Following recent hits like “She Did It Again” featuring Zara Larsson and the hit “Chanel”, she proves once again that no one is working harder in global pop right now.

We’re celebrating fathers who are making an impact both in their industries and at home. We speak to Siya “Slikour” Metane, a pioneer in South African hip hop and digital culture, about fatherhood, legacy, and what it means to raise a child while building a platform that uplifts others.

This Father’s Day, Dads of the Game celebrates the men making an impact in their industries while showing up at home. We chat to Kagiso Lediga ,comedian, writer, producer and director, about fatherhood, the kind of dad he is, and the lessons raising a child has taught him.

It's Smash or Pass, where we ask a series of themed questions… some cheeky, some bold, and we try to catch you out on how you really feel. The theme is “Don’t Touch”. On the line we have Nqubeko from Richards Bay jumping in to share his takes. 

Every Sunday on Trainsmash, we unpack the pop culture moments taking over your feed. This week, we’re diving into the viral “Hot Girl Walk” conversation. What started as a feel-good TikTok fitness trend has now sparked a legal storm after “Hot Girl Walk” was trademarked and legally enforced by its owners. From cease and desist letters to community events being forced to rename themselves, the internet is asking: when does a trend stop being culture… and start becoming property?

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country-  the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. Today we catch up with Rory Petzer, the Minister of Champions, who is on his way to Mexico. 

Every Saturday, Kaybee climbs onto the Soapbox to unpack the biggest stories making headlines in sport. This week, he breaks down Bafana Bafana's World Cup hopes, the latest developments in the URC, South Africa's progress on the international cricket stage, and what to watch out for as Wimbledon and the Women's T20 World Cup draw closer.

Every weekend, we shine a spotlight on a South African doing something extraordinary.This week on The Great African Story, we sit down with KLA, a Johannesburg-born singer, songwriter and creative who is carving out her own lane in music. Blending pop, R&B, soul and African rhythms, KLA opens up about finding her unique sound, the artists who inspired her journey, and how authenticity and vulnerability have become the foundation of her growing career.

In this week's Hot Take, Smash argues that football fans care just as much about kits, colourways and tunnel-walk fits as they do about goals. We discuss whether any sport can compete with football's drip culture and whether South Africa's top designers should be styling Bafana Bafana on the world stage. 

Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country-  the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. 

97 minutes into the FIFA World Cup opener, South Africa vs Mexico, one player stayed strangely consistent while everything else fell apart… still chewing gum for the entire match. That gum has seen more game time than the substitutes. Khuliso Mudau's gum game is strong! So, would you still be chewing it, swallowing it, or binning it at half-time?   

Today we play Smash or Pass: Life of an Influencer, where we ask ZIne how she really feels about everything from posting their whole day on Stories to filming emotional moments online. On the line we have Zine from Durban, who weighs in on influencer culture and all its highs and lows, and you can find her at @zinenyawo.__.

The NY Knicks and the FIFA ref who confused us all

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country-  the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. 

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country-  the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. 

Today’s hot take from Boipelo: the friend zone isn’t always a final stop. Sometimes it’s just a “not yet” situation. So the real question is, have you ever been given a second chance by someone you never thought would see you differently? Boipelo shares a personal story. 

he Great African Story: Cornet Mamabolo from Studying Under The Barrel Of A Gun Every Saturday, we bring you a story of a South African doing something incredible. This is The Great African Story. This week, we speak to actor and filmmaker Cornet Mamabolo about Studying Under the Barrel of a Gun, a powerful film that tells the story of students pursuing an education while living under the constant threat of violence and oppression during apartheid.  

This Youth Day, we celebrate a story of perseverance, purpose, and the power of dreaming beyond your circumstances with former South African basketball player Vincent Ntuunja. From growing up in Gugulethu to working with the NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves and the Cape Town Tigers, Vincent’s journey shows how sport can open doors and transform lives. Now back home, he’s creating new opportunities for the next generation through the Youth Classic Basketball Tournament, bringing young athletes from communities across South Africa together to shine.

We play SMASH OR PASS, where we ask you a series of themed questions… some a little cheeky, some a little unexpected, and we try to catch you out on how you really feel.

Elon Musk is being called the world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX’s record-breaking IPO pushed its valuation past $2 trillion, sparking global debate about wealth, power, and priorities. While he talks about Mars and the future of humanity, we’re asking: if someone really has that kind of money, what should they actually do with it?

We’ve been unpacking the surprising return of VHS tapes and what they could mean in today’s digital world. Filmmaker Robert dos Santos joins us to talk about his bold, deliberately hard-to-access straight-to-VHS debut.   We dive into the inspiration behind the film, what that “war” really means in practice, why he chose such an unconventional release in 2026, and where audiences can find and support his work and creative movement. The name of the film is, "This Is How The World Ends", check it out.

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country-  the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. 

winning producer Sibo Mhlungu, also known as Sibo The Zulu. From humble beginnings to international recognition, Sibo reflects on the moments, influences and breakthrough opportunities that shaped his journey in the music industry. We unpack the passion that sparked it all, the people who inspired his rise, and what it truly takes to build a global career from South Africa.

This week on Smash or Pass, we put Isimo from Durban in the hot seat to find out how he REALLY feels about some of life's biggest annoyances. Some of his answers were surprisingly controversial!

Students say they're being charged top-up fees. Accommodation providers say they're still waiting for NSFAS to announce rates. Is this a student problem, a landlord problem, or an NSFAS problem? On Smash's Hot Take, Smash Afrika unpacks the growing student housing crisis, asks what's really broken at NSFAS, and explores how the people who need support the most are paying the price for the uncertainty.

On this week’s Trainsmash with Karabo, we’re unpacking the viral pop culture moments that took over the world, from Gangnam Style to Jerusalema.    Now Kylie Jenner’s attempt at the Jerusalema challenge has reignited the conversation… but the real question is: what’s the next global dance anthem?

In Around RSA in 90 Seconds, Smash Afrika Weekends taps into what South Africans are getting up to across the country-  the wild, the wholesome, and everything in between. 

Chloe Stuart joins us to share her journey from karting kid to rising South African racing star, breaking barriers in motorsport and inspiring the next generation of young women to take the wheel with confidence.

Mama Joy's World Cup trip is reportedly sponsored, but she's still asking South Africans to donate spending money. Some say there's nothing wrong with asking. Others think it's a step too far in a country where every rand counts. Smash Afrika weighs in on the debate that's dividing Mzansi and asks the question everyone is thinking: If your trip is already paid for, should the public fund the extras? Smash says yes, let her ask! 

We play SMASH OR PASS, where we ask you a series of themed questions… some a little cheeky, some a little unexpected, and we try catch you out on how you really feel.   Today’s theme: PEOPLE RUIN EVERYTHING

On this week’s Soapbox, Kaybee breaks down a big shift happening across world sport. From Novak Djokovic’s early French Open exit to rising stars in rugby and basketball, it’s clear the “new generation” isn’t waiting for their turn anymore ,they’re taking over. The question is: are we witnessing the end of an era, or just the start of a new one?  

Smash's Hot Take: Covid-19 caused SA music to level up In this episode of Smash’s Hot Take, we explore how COVID-19 reshaped South Africa’s music scene forever. From empty stages to viral hits, the pandemic pushed artists online and helped Amapiano and local talent explode globally. Now, in the post-COVID era, we ask: is SA music still evolving or just riding the wave that began in lockdown?