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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Bethany-Joy Jiyane, who brings Princess Fiona to life in Shrek the Musical Jr., now showing at Peoples Theatre until 19 April 2026. This lively production of Shrek promises ogre-sized laughs, high-energy dance, and heartfelt moments, featuring beloved characters like Shrek, Donkey, and the unforgettable Princess Fiona. With a colourful cast of fairy tale misfits and a story centred on friendship, bravery, and embracing what makes you unique, the show offers a magical theatre experience for the whole family.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Adam Gilchrist about major global stories making headlines, starting with rising tensions between Spain and the United States after Madrid extended its ban on US military aircraft linked to the Iran conflict, a move opposed by Donald Trump. They also unpack Russia’s decision to expel a British diplomat over alleged espionage, the latest in retaliatory moves between Russia and the UK. Finally, the conversation turns to Italy, where a daring art heist saw works by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, and Henri Matisse stolen in just minutes from a museum near Parma, highlighting ongoing con...

Bongani Bingwa and Khabazela unpack what’s trending online, starting with a discussion on whether life’s hardships make people more empathetic or less compassionate, as listeners reflect on how personal struggles shape emotional responses and connections with others. They also tackle a relatable social irritation, people standing too close in queues  exploring why this happens, whether it bothers listeners, and how individuals navigate personal space in everyday public settings.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Loren Landau, an expert in migration and development from Oxford and Wits and Traditional leadership and heritage expert, Prof Somadoda Fikeni about escalating tensions in the Eastern Cape following protests over the alleged coronation of a ‘Nigerian king’ in KuGompo City. What began as a march has reportedly turned violent, with incidents of stabbings, looted shops, and torched vehicles. Landau helps unpack whether this is a case of xenophobia or a more complex conflict over traditional leadership, identity, and representation within communities. The discussion also explores why certain grievances erupt into violence while others, like serv...

Bongani Bingwa introduces this week’s Black Sheep Thinking feature, powered by Camissa Asset Management, exploring how breakthrough ideas often challenge convention before reshaping the world. This week’s story looks at Johannes Gutenberg and how his unconventional approach transformed access to knowledge. At a time when books were rare, slow to reproduce, and controlled by elites, Gutenberg combined movable type, advances in ink chemistry, and existing press technology to revolutionise printing. The result? Books became affordable, literacy rates surged, and it helped ignite movements like the Renaissance and the Protestant Reformation, ultimately democratising knowledge. The lesson: scale changes powe...

Bongani Bingwa is joined by Adam Gilchrist to unpack global headlines. The discussion looks at the escalating war between Iran and Israel, with both sides intensifying strikes and widening the conflict. It also covers mass anti-Donald Trump protests across all 50 US states, driven by anger over the war and economic pressures. Finally, a lighter story: the unusual “space potato” grown aboard the International Space Station. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Hugh Masekela’s daughter and Hugh Masekela Heritage Foundation board member, Pula Twala about a four-day tribute at Joburg Theatre honouring Bra Hugh’s enduring impact.The event celebrates his influence on jazz and Afro-pop, and reflects on how his music continues to shape South Africa’s cultural identity.

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Bongani Bingwa is joined by Khabazela  to unpack trending topics. The conversation explores stories of “twin telepathy” and whether listeners have experienced uncanny connections with siblings. It also dives into personal space in queues,  why people stand too close and how to handle it.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Sunday Times investigative reporter, Sabelo Skiti about explosive revelations linking taxi bosses, politicians, and criminal syndicates. Reports point to a violent power struggle over the so-called “Big Five Cartel,” with testimony at the Madlanga Commission alleging links to drug trafficking, kidnappings, and contract killings. Skiti unpacks whether this is a taxi turf war or a deeper criminal network.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to James Hodge from the Competition Commission of South Africa about fuel price hikes and the risk of price gouging.President Cyril Ramaphosa says Enoch Godongwana is exploring ways to ease pressure on consumers. The Commission warns businesses against unfair price increases, with Hodge explaining what it means for consumers.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Gerard Bester, Head of the Windybrow Arts Centre, about the return of the production ‘The Skin We Are In’, presented by the Windybrow Arts Centre and Turquoise Harmony Institute, in partnership with ASSITEJ SA and the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC), the production will tour schools, festivals, and community spaces, offering young audiences a thought-provoking experience and sparking meaningful dialogue.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist on several global developments: the tragic case of 25-year-old Spanish woman Noelia Castillo, who died by euthanasia after a prolonged legal battle with her father; the United Kingdom, led by Defence Secretary John Healey, preparing to seize and detain Russian “shadow fleet” vessels in its waters to enforce sanctions; and a viral video capturing a group of dogs allegedly escaping and finding their way home, which has captured worldwide attention.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Jonathan ‘Khabazela’ Fairban about a viral clip featuring a woman who discovers a gift she once gave a friend at a thrift shop.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Rebecca Davis, a senior journalist at Daily Maverick, who discusses her investigative series on commercial crimes, especially digital banking fraud in South Africa. She reveals the shocking truth behind the common belief that customers are always to blame for bank account fraud. Rebecca's research highlights the gap between public perception and the banks' stance, pointing out cases where customers were unfairly held responsible for crimes they did not commit. She also explores vulnerabilities within the banking system and the struggles victims face in seeking justice. This conversation sheds light on a critical issue affecting many...

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Professor Mazwe Majola, Leadership & Governance Expert, about South Africa’s top police official remaining in the spotlight amid corruption allegations. This follows the arrest of 16 individuals, including senior police officers and alleged underworld figure Vusumuzi “Cat” Matlala.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about President Donald Trump hinting at progress toward a possible Iran–USA agreement, a Los Angeles jury holding Meta and YouTube liable for creating addictive platforms that damaged a young woman’s mental health, and Nathan Newby, who received the George Medal for “extraordinary” bravery after spending hours negotiating with a terrorist to stop an atrocity at Leeds Hospital.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Pakamisa Zwedala, actor and voice artist, and Bonko Khoza, award-winning actor, about their upcoming play written by Mfundi Vundla and directed by James Ngcobo. The story follows Thabo, a doctor and former freedom fighter, whose moral compass is tested after the woman he loves falls victim to a sexual predator. The play runs from 27 March to 12 April 2026 at the Lesedi Theatre, Joburg Theatre.

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Bongani Bingwa chats with Jonathan ‘Khabazela’ Fairban about a game created by two indie developers that lets players run their own video store in the early 1990s.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Democratic Alliance national spokesperson and MP, Karabo Khakhau, about her party laying criminal charges over the alleged disappearance of R637 million from the Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority (ETDP SETA), as well as her removal from the party’s leadership race.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Ian Cameron, Chairperson of the National Assembly’s Portfolio Committee on Police, about the twelve senior South African Police Service officers dubbed the “Dirty Dozen” who recently appeared in the Pretoria Magistrates’ Court. They are accused of enabling Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala’s company to win a lucrative tender it was not entitled to, and, like Matlala, now face serious criminal charges.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Tebogo Letsie, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training, about more than R637.6 million in public funds meant for bursaries, internships, work-integrated learning, and skills development that has disappeared from the Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority. The Auditor-General of South Africa has reported that this spending cannot be verified, marking one of the most serious breakdowns in financial controls at a state entity in recent years.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Pieter-Louis Myburgh, investigative journalist at Daily Maverick, who sheds light on how over R11.3 million in unexplained cash deposits were traced to a company called Palcocap, allegedly connected to former Eskom and Transnet executive Brian Molefe.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist on major global developments: Russia’s massive new offensive in Ukraine, launching 948 drones in 24 hours; the tragic crash of a Colombian military plane near the Peru border, leaving 69 dead and 57 injured; and China’s decision to reduce a planned petrol price hike to ease the burden on over 300 million drivers amid rising global energy costs.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Dr. Nkosi Kumalo, MTN’s General Manager for Small and Medium Enterprises and Indirect Channels, about the return of the MTN Small Business Awards, what they mean for entrepreneurs, and how aspiring participants can get involved.

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Bongani Bingwa chats with Jonathan ‘Khabazela’ Fairban about a viral clip showing a woman confronting a mother who brought her baby into a bar.

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Bongani Bingwa talks with Dr. Iraj Abedian, Chief Executive of Pan‑African Investment and Research Services, who explains how Iran’s turbulent history continues to shape the situation in the Persian Gulf today and discusses whether there’s any realistic prospect of this war ending soon.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Ebrahim Rasool, Former South African Ambassador to the United States, about his disappointment in how President Donald Trump and his administration have confirmed his earlier predictions, citing trade wars, cuts to foreign aid, and more. Rasool also reflects on the advice he gave President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of his White House visit last year, how he has since navigated interactions with the US president, and whether there is any effective way to engage with him.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Kgomotso ‘MoMo’ Matsunyane, award-winning actor and director, about her upcoming comedy, which will be staged at Joburg Theatre’s Space.com from 26 to 28 March.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Myles Heneke & Bandziva “Bandz” Madina on being eliminated, MasterChef South Africa after failing in  their attempts to elevate a simple burger and showcase their skills with buttery avocados. 

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about London police investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime, after four ambulances belonging to a Jewish charity were set on fire. The discussion also touches on the World Meteorological Organization’s warning that Earth’s climate is more out of balance than ever, and on Erling Haaland’s investment in Norway Chess, supporting the new global Total Chess World Championship Tour.  

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Bongani Bingwa chats with Jonathan ‘Khabazela’ Fairban about a man who went viral for sharing his journey of rebuilding his life after facing business struggles, heartbreak, debt, and the hospitalization of his father.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Mike Bolhuis, specialist investigator and crime expert, and Julian Rademeyer, Senior Adviser at the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime, about the increasing trend of professional assassinations. The discussion follows the tragic killing of Chinette Gallichan, a 35-year-old attorney from Krugersdorp, who was fatally shot yesterday morning outside the CCMA offices at the corner of Fox and Joubert Streets in Johannesburg’s CBD.

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This week, we explored how Netflix took significant risks to dominate the streaming industry a story of bold, “Black Sheep Thinking,” brought to you by Camissa Asset Management.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Adam Gilchrist about three major news stories: Iran’s recent missile launch toward a US‑UK military base in the Indian Ocean, reflecting a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict; the rare case of a pro‑Kremlin blogger who publicly denounced Vladimir Putin as a “war criminal and thief” and was subsequently admitted to a psychiatric facility; and the large public gathering in Seoul, South Korea, where tens of thousands of people came together for the first time in four years to mark a major cultural event

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Rethabile Maifadi about what audiences can look forward to during the event taking place from 26th to 28th March.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairban about a viral clip of American professional golfer Bryson DeChambeau at the LIV Golf South Africa event, where he tasted two milkshakes from Super M and Steri Stumpie before choosing his preferred drink.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Prof Joseph Sekhampu about the 257 municipalities, discussing how their systems are quietly struggling and exploring whether reducing the number of municipalities could offer a solution.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks with Tebogo Khaas about the arrest of former SAPS Special Task Force member Matipandile Sotheni. He has been charged with the murder of whistleblower Marius "Vlam" van der Merwe (Witness D) linked to the Madlanga Commission, which has revealed issues extending beyond the actions of a single rogue officer.

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Bongani Bingwa speaks to Laduma Ngxokolo, founder and creative director of MAXHOSA, about the fourth annual MXS Kulture Festival 2026 on 21 March at Toadbury Hall, Krugersdorp. The festival celebrates Xhosa heritage, African culture, and fashion, featuring the Autumn/Winter 2025 collection IZIPHO ZABADALA (“Gifts from the Ancestors”) and live performances from top artists including DJ Maphorisa & Kabza De Small, DJ Tira, Fistaz Mixwell, K MAT, Tracy, Thohatsi, Anatii, and Sjava.  

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Bongani Bingwa speaks the Iran war latest, an amazing baseball result and let’s have a green day off.  

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