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Various influencers are under fire right now for promoting the Alabuga Start programme. According to the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre, in October 2024, the Associated Press reported that women from Africa, largely Central and East African countries, were recruited via social media to work in a factory in Russia assembling drones to be launched in Ukraine. Jones Netshipise and Mpho Mashita are joined by Social Media Legal Consultant, Lerato Ntwampe to talk about finding an international job online – how to verify it and holding influencers accountable for the information they share on social media.

In this week’s health segment, Hlekani had the pleasure of hosting General Practitioner and Diabetes Specialist Dr. Makhomisane in the studio. They discussed Ozempic, a medication primarily used for treating type 2 diabetes, which can also lead to weight loss as a secondary effect. Dr. Makhomisane emphasised that although Ozempic has been approved for weight loss, it is essential to have it prescribed by a medical doctor. Like any other medication, Ozempic comes with its own side effects, which require users to exercise caution.

Warmer days are ahead and a lot of people will be getting ready to travel. Whether it’s locally or abroad- people have been loving the idea of having a fully curated trip by a travel agent, which can sometimes lead to them being scammed by chance takers. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise are joined by Mmalethabo Kgomongwe, the Marketing Specialist at Harvey World Travel to talk about travel agents, what to look out for in order to confirm that they are legit and how to spot a scam.

Phillip Schoeman is a Broker and Owner of Remax, he joins Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise to talk about the difference between a property manager and a caretaker, what you need to know and where to get the experience you need to get started.

Did you know that in 2025, there are indications that while fewer people may be engaging with traditional literary reading, those who do are finding it deeply meaningful, and there's a growing trend towards accessible and diverse reading formats. Mpho Mashita and Jones Netshipise talk to Professor RI Monyela about the upcoming Limpopo Author's rally which is meant to expose both readers and writers to a variety of conversations, ideas and improve their skills for free.

Speaking to Nghamula Chauke, the Mogalakwena Local Municipality Mayor Ngoako Tauetsoala condemned the social media posts purporting that they were written by municipal manager, Morris Maluleka claiming that he made corrupt transactions of millions of rands to companies linked to Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba and COGHSTA MEC Basikopo Makamu. Tauetsoala says Maluleka does not have a Facebook account and that both Premier Ramathuba and MEC Makamu do not have close relations with the municipal manager.

On this episode of Roads University, Complexion unpacks what really makes a car roadworthy. From headlights to handbrakes, the team revisits the essentials of the K53 inspection, engages with car users and listeners, and checks whether they are still following the checklist and know what to look for before hitting the road.

In true Capricorn Adventure fashion, King Bash sits down with Lekompo vocalist and performer "Kaycherlow Nikka La Lekompo" for this edition of Lekompo Friday. Kaycherlow shares his upbringing and how his home was always filled with music, though this didn’t make it easy for his family to accept his desire to pursue a musical career. Starting off as a rapper, he explains that he never chased fame, which is why he waited until he was ready to release music. With the entertainment industry being so cutthroat, he also discusses why his team consists only of his close siblings. Kaycherlow wraps up the conversation with a promise of an EP set to drop in late August. Catch up on this podcast and be in the know!

In this podcast, King Bash is joined on the line by motoring journalist Prashirwin Naidu, who recently experienced two SUVs that couldn’t be more different. First up is the Volkswagen Tiguan Diesel, He shares details on the interior, the exterior and if these justify the price tag of the vehicle. Prashirwin Naidu also talks about the  pre-facelift Isuzu Mu-X, and dives into all the details of the vehicle. Catch up on this podcast and be in the know!

In this podcast, King Bash has a conversation with the listeners of the show in which he asks, "What is the farthest distance a night gown is supposed to be worn?". The Listeners come through with different answers and how they feel about people who go about their day and run errands in night wear. Catch up on this podcast and be in the know!