947 Drive with Thando

After years off-air, Top Billing returns, bringing back its signature glamour and aspirational storytelling.
The comeback also launches a nationwide search for a new presenter, giving fresh talent a shot at stardom.
It’s a chance for ordinary South Africans with standout presence to step into an iconic role.
We’re joined by Dichaba Phalatse to unpack the audition process and what hopefuls can expect.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A rare but potentially deadly virus has entered South Africa’s health conversation, raising questions that go far beyond the small number of confirmed cases. Hantavirus; typically associated with rodent exposure and known in parts of the United States, Europe, and Asia has now been identified locally, with health authorities confirming a handful of infections and at least one death. While officials continue to emphasize that the overall risk to the public remains low, its appearance here is significant precisely because it is so uncommon, forcing a closer look at how it spreads, how prepared our health systems are to respond, and how South Africans should interpret the risk without slipping into panic. At a time when public trust in health communication is critical, understanding what this virus is, and what it isn’t becomes just as important as the numbers themselves, which is why we’re now joined by Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, Minister of Health to help unpack the facts and the broader implications
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mzansi Ballet brings the magic of Michael Jackson to life with Heal the World, a powerful new production inspired by his iconic music and message of unity.
Choreographed by Angela Revie, the show transforms classic hits into an emotional, storytelling ballet experience.
Now lighting up the stage at the Pieter Toerien Theatre, this is a must-see tribute for fans old and new.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What began as an ordinary road rage incident in Emmarentia has become a case that has gripped the country, after a confrontation between two motorists turned deadly. The accused was expected in the Johannesburg Magistrates’ Court today, but in a dramatic twist, the National Prosecuting Authority says it will not proceed with prosecution. The decision has raised serious questions about accountability, self-defence, and what justice looks like for the victim’s family. EWN - Dimakatso Leshoro joins us now with the latest developments.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison in the long-running firearm discharge case. The ruling follows years of legal battles that divided opinion across the country. Supporters claim political targeting, while critics say the law has taken its course. What happens next could reshape both Malema’s future and South Africa’s political landscape.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.