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Motoring Journalist, Prashirwin Naidu joins King Bash for a conversation about the compact SUV that’s been making some noise in the budget-friendly space and that is the Renault Kiger. In this podcast, Prashirwin talks about how this car looks in the metal, how the cabin shapes up and what you should have in your wallet when you want one. The conversation is wrapped up with Prashirwin's motoring tip of the week and a hot jam. Catch up on this podcast and be in the know!

Research indicates that "Quitter’s Day"- the day when most people abandon their New Year's resolutions- typically falls in the second or third week of January. And according to studies, a significant number of people abandon their financial resolutions shortly after setting them in January. That means by February – most, if not all of the resolutions that people had set for themselves are out of the window. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Vangile Makwakwa, CEO of Wealthy Money and the Author of What's Your Money Personality about some of the reasons people quit and how to stay committed.

When you walk into a property that is used for businesses purposes, you’re most likely to see the sign saying that “Right of Admission Reserved”. What does that actually mean, and can property owners deny you a lease because of your race? Phillip Schoeman, Broker and Owner of Re/Max joins Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise to talk about racial profiling in property.

Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Limpopo Biker Council chairperson Ronald Leach about the 10th annual Ubuntu Run that happened in Polokwane as they celebrate the good work that bikers do in the province throughout the year. They also look at some of the challenges faced by bikers on the road and how everyone can play their part in decreasing biker fatalities on South African Roads.

The Greater Giyani Municipality has defended the appointment of Masindi Raliphada as its new Chief Financial Officer. Her appointment has been met with hostility from some residents who are saying the predominantly Tsonga speaking municipality should have appointed a local person. The municipality says it is disappointed in the tribalistic undertones of the criticism. Still on this, the ANC Women's League in Limpopo says tribalism does not have a place in the province and should be condemned as and when it rears its ugly head. Nghamula Chauke spoke to Greater Giyani Municipality Spokesperson Steven Mavundza and ANCWL Limpopo Secretary Tebogo Mamorobela.

Reports say that modern couples are increasingly moving away from the "total surprise" expectation toward open communication regarding Valentine's Day, though many still enjoy keeping specific details a surprise. A 2023 survey indicated that while 56% of people prefer being surprised, 44% prefer discussing plans to avoid scheduling conflicts or disappointment. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Relationship Expert and CEO of Engaged Humans, Paula Quinsee about how you can effectively communicate with your partner about Valentines Day plans.

The DA has raised concerns about a proposed plan to phase out child and youth care centres (CYCCs) by 2030. The plan was discussed at the 2025 Johannesburg care reform summit hosted by the department of social development (DSD) in partnership with Hope and Homes for Children. The department agreed to a major change to South Africa’s childcare system, which is to end institutional care and move children into family-based care, such as foster care or reunification with relatives. It said there would be an immediate ban on children under the age of three in children’s homes. Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita talk to Political Analyst, Leeto Briggar about how the foster care system works and what other countries practicing it have experienced.

Due to high electricity costs, more and more people are opting for gas over electricity. But with more reports of people getting injured, some even dying due to gas explosions in their homes, Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita talk to Gas Expert, Erik Pienaar about the do's and don'ts of gas. They also take a look at some of the safe vs unsafe appliances to connect to gas.

Residents of Vuyelani Village in Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality say the recent heavy floods have worsened the poor state of service delivery in the area by the municipality. Community members say they have not had water supply since the heavy rains started about three weeks ago and have resorted to buying water. Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, community representative Simon Seruba said pipes have been washed away and the municipality is failing to provide relief through water tankers. Still on this, Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality Mayor Merriam Malatji has acknowledged the three-week water shortage and says the bulk pipeline at the water Selati River has been damaged due to severe flooding but officials are working on creating a bypass as a temporary measure.

As the cost of living has continued to rise, more and more people are looking at either starting a business or exploring other ways to make money. In this Money Power, Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Monetization Expert and Mentor, Hetty The Entrepreneur to look at some of the things you need to strongly consider and look at as you search for a side hustle this year – whatever it may be.