After Hours

Maritzburg College took the lead in an environmentally responsible solar energy installation. The installation of solar panels covers the roof of the school’s Alan Paton Memorial Hall. WR Van Der Merwe has more in Business Watch ECR site

On the 30th of January, Appliance Distributor Hirsch’s will have been in business for 43 years. Allan Hirsch says that we are in for a tough year when it comes to appliance prices.

He predicts an increase of up to 30 % for many appliances and electronic goods this year, which is staggering. He also has some advice on making a purchase. WR Van Der Merwe has more in Business Watch

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4AM is a South African band that could easily be called the hardest working act in SA. They recently released their new album called 'Tides' and the new track from the album called 'The Hangover'. It's a fun, vibey song with just the right amount of positive vibes to start the new year. Marc chats to Gordon Graham about the new song. ECR site

With a brand new single from SA's top electro band Goodluck soaring up the East Coast Radio Top 40, presented by Danny Guselli, Play Local decided we needed to find out more. Gordon Graham finds out why Jules from Goodluck is feeling super positive for 2022. ECR site

The heavy rains across the coast in the last couple of weeks once again revealed a pest in our oceans and rivers - Plastic pollution! Tons of plastic materials are littered every year and it seems like governments and producers are turning a blind eye to the problem.

Coca-Cola recently launched its Jamii sustainability platform. The platform will invest in water and waste management, as well as youth economic empowerment. WR Van Der Merwe has more in Business Watch ECR site

In your latest Play Local, Gordon Graham catches up with Nic Preen, lead vocalist for 'The World of Birds' band about his solo 'ad'venture as he puts it and the release of his new song 'Stevie, Hey You' which he describes as an ode to his girlfriend. ECR site

Pick n Pay has confirmed it will pay out social relief of distress (SRD) grants for beneficiaries with a Postbank account throughout December, including public holidays and weekends.

Listen to Business Watch with WR Van Der Merwe for more details.

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This week in Play Local, Gordon Graham sat down with Kyle - better known as KD - following the success of his debut single 'Durban'. KD is back with his new single 'You and Me'. This retro-styled RnB track is just perfect for summer and speaks to KD's belief that every woman should be treated like a queen. ECR site

According to a business insider article, the total number of available rental vehicles across all sectors – cars, 4x4s, and motorhomes – dropped by more than 60% compared to the pre-pandemic year of 2019.

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Another fascinating interview with Danny Guselli on the #ECRTop40. Danny catches up with global sensation Callum Scott. This deep and insightful conversation is one of the most interesting, deep, and fascinating conversations we've ever heard from Callum.

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