A new national survey reveals that South Africans read more than we think: 83% of South Africans read in some way, whether for pleasure, to learn new things or to communicate with others, and 32% read books regularly. But they still face significant challenges accessing reading material, especially in African languages, and most children are growing up without any children’s books at home. This is one of the key findings presented in the 2023 National Reading Survey (NRS), launched alongside the National Reading Barometer (NRB) project by the Nal’ibali Trust, the National Library of South Africa (NLSA), and a multi-sector project steering committee in Sandton, Johannesburg, on 13 June 2023. 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 WhatsApp 021 100 6936

A tech-savvy group of Stellenbosch University medical students are harnessing the power of algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI) to raise much-needed awareness of organ donation in South Africa. The initiative is being driven by Save7, a non-profit organisation founded by students. Sullvanna was joined on #InTheZone by Jonty Wright from Save7 to find out more. 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 WhatsApp 021 100 6936

The HQ of Vodacom in Cape Town experienced a fire incident, with the fire apparently starting in the solar panels – according to news reports. Recent research has highlighted that solar panels can pose a risk, and red flags have been raised in the fire engineering industry. The number of incidents in South Africa appears to be relatively low, but as installers race to place power generating panels on roofs across the country, due to loadshedding, the associated fire risk could be increasing. Some concerns include poor installation, short circuits, fire spread between roofs sheets and panels, materials of solar panels being combustible and associated lithium-ion batteries experiencing thermal runaway(uncontrolled burning). Christie was joined by Prof. Richard Wells, Professor in Structural and Fire Engineering and an expert in fire safety at Stellenbosch University to discuss these concerns. 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 WhatsApp 021 100 6936

Introducing our new monthly conversation, Pathway to Freedom with Gert Moolman. Gert is a SACAP Qualified Counsellor and holds a Diploma in Counselling and Communication from the South African College of Applied Psychology. He has 15 years of experience in the field of recovery and mental health, providing counselling that assists with stepping out of old ways of thinking and into a new life, free of toxic habits. 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 WhatsApp 021 100 6936

ICYMI: Anele was joined on #HFMBreakfast by Victor Green of Sunset Sweatshop! Chatting all about their latest release "By the Way," following the phenomenal success of "Chasing Gold" with over 8 million streams! 🌟 Don't miss out on their feel-good vibes and distinctive local flavor! 🎶✨ 🔊 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 WhatsApp 021 100 6936

Well known chef and TV personality, Peter Goffe-Wood is back for A Pinch of Salt - Food & Wine! Tune in Fridays at 10:15am on In the Zone for more great culinary tips and advice. 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 Whatsapp 021 100 6936 | #pinchofsalt #foodandwine #maythesaucebewithyou #wine #food #foodadvice #winepairing #petergoffewood #culinarytips #inthezone

Tune every Friday at 8:40am for the Motor Programme sponsored by Dent Magic Somerset West. This week Wilhelm will be talking about the Citroën C3 1.2 Feel Wilhelm Lutjeharms has been a motoring writer and content producer for the past 16 years. He is a contributing writer at CAR magazine and SentiMETAL.shop, and tests new and classic cars regularly. 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 WhatsApp 021 100 6936

Guest announcement for today’s #BusinessLunchWithLindie🤩 We're thrilled to present Celia Falkenberg, who co-founded Creativity Wakeup with her sister, Nina Pearse. Celia is an innovative educator and architect who aspires to revolutionize business and society by assisting individuals in unlocking their creative abilities. She is convinced that creativity is an intrinsic quality in all humans. As the co-founder of Creativity Wake-Up, her driving force is to motivate and prepare individuals to envision and actualize creative answers to problems, opportunities, and daily life. Celia's sister, Nina Pearse, is an educational facilitator dedicated to pushing her creativity to the maximum and encouraging others to do the same. She leverages her positivity, vitality, and educational expertise to assist entrepreneurs, mothers, leaders, and seekers in becoming improved problem-solvers and more inventive thinkers. Both Celia and Nina are united in their mission to help you realize your creative potential. #LindieMalan #BusinessCoach #ActionCOACH #BusinessOwner #SAEntrepreneur #BusinessGrowth #Mindset #RadioShow #RadioShowHost 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 WhatsApp 021 100 6936

The brain is one of the body’s most important organs. It oversees the function of our entire body. Stress, anxiety, and worry can place unnecessary demands on our brain. Anél Coetzee chats about Release_sce, a complex brain supplement that helps restore, recover, renew, and boost your brain with all the neuro-nutrients that the brain needs. Release_sce is suitable for young and old. For more information visit releasesce.com 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 WhatsApp 021 100 6936

Well known chef and TV personality, Peter Goffe-Wood is back for A Pinch of Salt - Food & Wine! Tune in Fridays at 10:15am on In the Zone for more great culinary tips and advice. 📻 93.6fm | 💻 helderbergfm.co.za | 📱 Whatsapp 021 100 6936 | #pinchofsalt #foodandwine #maythesaucebewithyou #wine #food #foodadvice #winepairing #petergoffewood #culinarytips #inthezone