Today with Kieno Kammies

Kieno Kammies speaks to Johannes Du Plessis Legal advisor at Risk Benefit Solutions Insurance and Risk Services

Dash cams zooming in on accurate accident claims

If you've ever been in an accident you will know how tough it is to prove your side of the story. Well, what if you had the whole thing on camera to show your insurer that it was not your fault? Dash cams are becoming more popular when it comes to lodging or fighting road accident and insurance claims.

Kieno Kammies speaks to Jean Sloane Group Marketing Executive at Ocean Basket

Ocean Basket says straws are back, but these don't suck!

The popular seafood restaurant chain banned plastic straws back in January

because of its devastating effect on marine life.

Well, the straws are back, but these are eco-friendly and made of cornstarch.

What’s Viral with Primedia digital content sub editor Barbara Friedman

Kieno Kammies speaks to Adam Gilchrist, UK correspondent

1). Another Record Storm as a mega typhoon bears down on the Philippines

2). A Bizarre American Murder Story after the arrest of a romantic novelist

3). Smart Trousers a scientific answer to ageing or injured legs

Kieno Kammies speaks to Belinda Abraham Communications, Resource Development & Education Manager at Cape Of Good Hope SPCA

Distemper threat to man's best friend

The disease has claimed nearly 300 dogs since an outbreak in March this year. Animal welfare experts now say it has spread from the epicentre in Knysna,

to the Mother City and they are seeing more cases. The SPCA explains what symptoms you should be looking out for and what you can do if you suspect your four legged friend may have the disease.

Kieno Kammies speaks to Dr Oluritini Modupe, the Senior manger in Clinic Unit at the Council of Medical Schemes

Medical Aids do not cover lifesaving anti-depression medication

By the time you have read this article, one person would have taken their life. Around the world, close to 800 000 people die due to suicide every year. This is equal to one person every 40 seconds. So why do medical aids in South Africa not cover what is often life-saving medication for people trapped in a daily battle with depression that could mean the difference between life and death?

Kieno Kammies speaks to Dr David Monyae Senior Political Analyst based at the University of Johannesburg

MPs vote to pay recalled Zuma millions for life.

In parliament yesterday, 197 MPs voted in favour of Jacob Zuma getting his full pension and medical aid package valued at a whopping 2,98million. Only 95 voted against the motion tabled by ANC chief whip Jackson Mthembu. The DA and EFF have both slammed the decision, saying the country had lost more than R17million under Zuma’s reign.

Kieno Kammies speaks to Alderman JP Smith Mayoral Committee Member Safety and Security at City of Cape Town

The deaths of three firefighters in a Johannesburg building blaze a few days ago has shone the spotlight on fire safety. Then yesterday, a very concerned JP Smith, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security raised alarm about our situation in the Mother City.

Kieno Kammies speaks to Phillip Bam Spokesperson - Grassy Park Community Police Forum

The Grassy Park Community Police Forum (CPF) is calling for a ban on toy guns. This comes amid ongoing gang-related shootings in the area. Last weekend, three people were killed, and several others injured in one such incident. The forum says it has noticed an alarming trend in the increasing number of children carrying guns, adding this desensitises the youngsters

Kieno Kammies speaks to Betty Abrahams SAICA project manager for the Western Cape...

Youth unemployment is approaching 40 percent, so any advantage we can give youngsters now to prepare them for a highly competitive workplace is a step in the right direction. And this is why the SA Institute of Chartered Accountants(SAICA) have thrown their weight behind the Business Development Games which gives participants a taste of the real world of business.