Stacey & J Sbu

South Africa has dropped 50 places on the Global Safety Index, now ranking below Kyrgyzstan and Ecuador. With over 5,700 murders and more than a million homes broken into between January and March 2025,

Stacey and J Sbu wanted to know: who’s really to blame? In this week’s Great Drive Debate, they asked you, the people of KZN, whether South Africa’s shocking crime rate stems from bad policing or from a deeper societal breakdown.

Are our law enforcement agencies failing us, or have communities themselves lost their moral compass? Here's what you had to say.

Welcome to the AI genre swap revolution! Your favourite tracks are getting bizarre yet brilliant makeovers.

AI tools are now allowing users to upload songs to instantly transform them into different genres.

It's almost like a musical cosplay. Stacey and J Sbu dug into the nitty-gritty of what it actually means and played a few AI remixes (along with the originals).

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Ever feel like you’re paying for hundreds of channels but only watch a handful? You’re not alone! In this episode, Stacey and J Sbu hand over the remote to you and ask: If you could build your own dream entertainment package, what are your must-haves? From sports and true crime to old-school cartoons and Nollywood hits, our listeners share their top picks, and things get hilariously heated!

Join Stacy, J Sbu, and Nick Tatham as they break down the Bafana Bafana vs. Zimbabwe match, share fan reactions, and discuss what’s next for South Africa’s World Cup hopes. Quick insights, lively banter, and all the key moments.

With the onset of the school holidays, J Sbu has been going through a tough time with his little one. It's not anything dramatic, the kid is just bored!

While J Sbu struggles with the daily "Dad, I'm bored. Dad, I'm hungry", he decided to ask you, the people of KZN, what your solutions are.

One caller suggested ensuring your child plays the ENTIRE day and has a warm bath to ensure they have a good night's rest.

Here's what you had to say...

Durban student Keyuren Maharaj, 23, has created CityMenderSA – South Africa’s first free, comprehensive service delivery reporting app. Frustrated by recurring infrastructure issues and a lack of accountability, Keyuren designed a platform where citizens can log, track, and publicly view issues like potholes, leaks, and outages. Each report generates a reference number and is mapped for public transparency, ensuring municipalities can no longer ignore complaints. Currently studying Mechanical Engineering at UKZN, Keyuren combined his technical and leadership skills to build a tool that promotes accountability, encourages civic participation, and has the potential to transform service delivery across KwaZulu-Natal and beyond.

South Africa’s Constitutional Court has rewritten the rules of parenthood at work. In a landmark ruling, the court declared sections of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and UIF Act unconstitutional, opening the door for equal parental leave regardless of gender, adoption, or surrogacy.

This changes not only the world of work, but also the very fabric of family life in South Africa. To unpack what this means for parents, employers, and the future, we’re joined by Legal Expert Hope Mboweni of Shepstone and Wylie.

It's time for a whirlwind ride through the world of South African sport with Nick Tatham’s latest update! Kicking things off, Nick and the team celebrate the Springboks’ nail-biting 29-27 victory over Argentina at Twickenham, clinching the rugby championship with a points difference that left New Zealand in the dust. The excitement is palpable - think World Cup vibes, confetti and a chorus of “well dones” echoing across the nation.

However, the drama doesn’t stop there! Nick dives into the tangled web of Bafana Bafana’s World Cup qualifying campaign, where a three-point deduction and a forfeited match have left fans clutching their calculators and biting their nails. With the team now neck-and-neck with Benin, every goal counts, and Friday’s clash against Zimbabwe at Moses Mabhida Stadium is set to be a do-or-die affair. Nick’s playful banter and cheeky optimism shine through, urging Zimbabwe to “let us win this one, please!” and rallying the nation behind Bafana Bafana.

Daniel shared a heartfelt confession about finding a letter from his girlfriend, revealing her past suicidal thoughts. Unsure whether to confront her or seek help, Daniel’s dilemma sparked a sensitive discussion on mental health.

Listeners called in with their own experiences, emphasising the importance of open communication, professional support, and community. The conversation highlighted the challenges faced by those supporting loved ones in crisis and the need for patience, understanding, and accessible mental health care.

In today’s changing world, parents face the dilemma of whether to direct their children toward traditional careers or emerging fields shaped by technology and automation. Professions once seen as stable, like law or medicine, are evolving or shrinking, while careers in coding, robotics, and engineering are increasingly valued.

Parents must balance financial security with supporting their children’s passions. Some advocate letting children follow their interests, while others stress building practical skills as a safety net.

Here's what you had to say about this topic!