Stacey & J Sbu

The East Coast Radio Fugitive has dropped another clue, and with his bounty now sitting at R18 000, the pressure is on.

His latest message? "Open your eyes" and "strike while the iron is hot." He insists he's been telling the truth in his clues all along, even teasing listeners with a mysterious reference to an elephant in the studio.

But perhaps the biggest revelation of all is what he didn't say. While KZN appears to be zeroing in on Amanzimtoti, the Fugitive has made one thing crystal clear:

"Everyone is flocking to Toti. I am NOT in Toti."

So is he giving the province a genuine lead... or is this another masterclass in misdirection? With R18 000 up for grabs, every word matters.

Is the East Coast Radio Fugitive outsmarting an entire province, or are we outsmarting ourselves?

Stacey and J Sbu turned to magician and illusionist Mo Magic for answers. Drawing on years of creating illusions and directing attention, Mo explained the crucial role misdirection plays in staying one step ahead of a crowd. He also revealed the most common mistake people make when trying to solve a puzzle and weighed in on a fascinating question: is it better to hide something completely, or hide it in plain sight?

If you're trying to crack the Fugitive's clues, this conversation might just change the way you think. Or maybe that's exactly what the Fugitive wants...

The East Coast Radio Fugitive called Stacey and J Sbu and left everyone wondering one thing: how much does this guy actually know?

What started as a routine check-in quickly became a roast session. He took aim at Andi's checkered blazer, mocked Nick's bright red hoodie, and then casually revealed details that nobody expected him to know, including J Sbu's son, Zanda, and Stacey's cat, Goku.

As if that wasn't unsettling enough, he dropped a classic Dirty Harry line: "Do you feel lucky, punk?" Was it just banter, or another clue for tomorrow's hunt?

The Fugitive also confirmed he's leaving Ballito behind and will be somewhere in eThekwini from 6am tomorrow morning. With the bounty climbing and clues getting stranger, KZN has a lot to think about.

Then, after declaring that he's doing what every responsible fugitive should do after being caught, "absolutely nothing", he dropped a casual "Lakka" and vanished.

Again.

Nobody is safe. Not Stacey. Not J Sbu. Not Andi. Not Nick. And apparently not Goku the cat either.

The Fugitive has been watching a little too closely. He knew exactly what Stacey and J Sbu were wearing today, from Stacey's leopard print and red boots to J Sbu's all-black tracksuit.

While he's keeping his exact location under wraps, he did reveal one important detail: he's on the move. Ballito is behind him, and by tomorrow morning, he'll be somewhere in eThekwini.

From 6 am on Wednesday, 30 September, the search starts all over again, with a bounty that's already looking very tempting.

But before disappearing, He said:

"Do you feel lucky, punk?"

At first glance, it sounds like a bit of cheek from a man who's managed to stay one step ahead. But movie buffs will recognise it...

Now the question is: was The Fugitive simply showing off his film knowledge... or has he just handed KZN a clue hiding in plain sight?

On day two of the East Coast Radio Fugitive chase, hosts Stacey and Jase catch up with the elusive Fugitive live on air.

Found at Sugar Rush Park by a softly spoken listener named Deeanne, the fugitive parted with R54,000 but a substantial share of the R400,000 prize pool remains unclaimed.

The Fugitive reflected on the emotional and physical toll of being hunted across KZN, reveals his unusual grounding ritual of singing old station jingles and smooths over a tense exchange from the previous day.

Then, just when listeners thought they could relax, he drops a surprise promise of another clue before the afternoon is out. The hunt is far from over.

So before news, sport and traffic Stacey and J Sbu shared that they managed to talk to the Fugitive’s mother.

She had some sassy comments but the aunty tried her best.

Stacey and J Sbu tried to call him, but he declined. Then sent them a voicenote

Here's how it all went down...

While the music was playing, Stacey and J Sbu found a number that seemed like it may belong to The Fugitive.

The phone rang and they were greeted by the Fugitive's mother? You read that right.

She was just as sassy as him but at least they got to speak to someone.

Following the deaths of several women in and around Kempton Park, police have urged women to take extra precautions. But today’s Great Drive Debate asked: Who should carry the burden of safety?

Should women continue to change their behaviour to stay safe, or should more focus be placed on raising boys and men who reject violence and respect women?

Stacey and J Sbu put both sides of the argument to KZN. Which side are you on A or B?

Nobody sends you an email to say you’re officially an adult. 😂 One day you’re carefree, the next you’re paying bills, comparing grocery prices and getting excited about household appliances.

Stacey and J Sbu asked KZN: When did you realise you’re officially an adult? From paying your first bill to realising your parents were right, KZN shares the moments that made adulthood feel REAL. 😂

Press play and hear when it finally hit them!

Nasty C and Tellaman join Stacey and J Sbu to talk about their new collaborative project, T’s & C’s, and the friendship behind the music. Nasty C shares what being independent taught him about the industry, while Tellaman opens up about keeping his love for music alive. The pair also reveal why, after years of making music together, 2026 finally felt like the right time to create a full project together.