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Converge Solutions: Building South African software for some of the world’s toughest challenges
2026/07/21 | 8 mins.
Converge Solutions creates software that helps hospitals, banks and insurance businesses operate more efficiently, securely and reliably.

When software works well, most people never notice it.

But in hospitals, banks and insurance businesses, the systems running behind the scenes can influence everything from patient care to financial security. That's where Converge Solutions has built its reputation.

Founded eight years ago by Johann Joubert together with co-founders Jaco Cromhout and Kobus van der Merwe, the business develops software for industries where reliability, security and accuracy are essential.
R&B icon Brandy set for two-night Pretoria concert this December
2026/07/21 | 1 mins.
Gauteng music lovers are in for a treat this festive season as Grammy-winning R&B icon Brandy brings the heat at the 2026 All White Soul Sessions Concert Tour Experience, brought to you by Remoakantse Holdings and Your No 1 Feel Good station, Jacaranda FM.
Asking For A Friend: Why are people over 30 always giving main character energy?
2026/07/21 | 22 mins.
Asking For A Friend sounded a little different this week.

Instead of raising a personal or relationship issue, Jade, whose surname has been omitted, asked a very simple question: Why are people over 30 always giving main character energy?

Jade argued that people over 30 often come across as a little too confident and self-assured, with an overbearing energy.

She specifically pointed to millennials who post about things like running marathons on social media.

The question sparked a heated debate between people over 30 and those who share Jade’s opinion
Unemployed mom wins R1 million on Jacaranda FM
2026/07/21 | 16 mins.
After six weeks of cash calls, Golden Ticket qualifiers and exciting elimination rounds, Jacaranda FM welcomed a brand-new millionaire.

Kamogelo Qolosha, an unemployed single mother from the Eastern Cape, walked away with the R1 million grand prize during the Goldrush Make Me A Millionaire finale on Breakfast with Martin Bester.
South African superstar Tyla gets her own Bratz doll
2026/07/21 | 3 mins.
South Africa’s Grammy-winning pop star Tyla has been honoured with her very own Bratz doll, celebrating her fashion and superstar status.

The ‘Water’ singer and the global doll brand announced their collaboration on Instagram, unveiling what the doll will look like.

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Martin Bester has been driving Mzansi to work and keeping us company, or in stitches, or tears, every Monday to Friday from 06:00-09:00. The Breakfast family, or rather your morning family, takes an authentic approach to storytelling. Martin Bester's in-depth radio knowledge ensures that Breakfast with Martin Bester remains an annually award-winning show; but more importantly, he knows what his audience wants to hear. Martin responds with beautifully crafted storytelling that genuinely builds anticipation and a community around that "What's next?!" moment. The team keeps his listeners grinning from ear to ear as they try to figure out what the 'Secret Sound' was this week, or which music powerhouse will play live during 'Friday Live.' Tune in on Tuesdays and find out 'How Hard Can it Be?' as the team giggles their way through trying their hand at something new. Imagine Martin Bester playing the didgeridoo or tattooing someone live on air…for the first time! Too funny! Show Features: • Good Morning Angels • Secret Sound • Friday's My Day • Morning Family Quiz • Throwback Thursday • How Hard Can It Be • Friday Live • Confession Session

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