Self-harm, the act of deliberately inflicting pain and damage to one's body by means of cutting, burning, scratching, and self-poisoning through medication or substances in order to relieve emotional distress, is a growing concern amongst teenagers. A 2021 UNICEF report found that more than 65% of South African young people have had some form of me…

Trade & Tricks: School Lashushu Pty LTD Bongani Luvalo, the owner of School Lashushu Pty LTD, a black manufacturing company the produces and sells school shoes. They are based in Wadeville, Ekurhuleni and also in Durban. Business expert: Bulelani Balabalaبقلم METRO FM

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Three years after our initial Covid-19 lockdown and while the virus has seemingly become a thing of the past, the debt pandemic which it seems to have created continues on as S.A consumers are warned of getting into a debt spiral. According to the latest Eighty20/XDS Credit Stress Report the fourth quarter of 2022 showed an increase in appetite for…

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Lobola: A Bride’s True Price? Is a new documentary by filmmaker Sihle Hlope and it will be looking at her reservations about the transactional, patriarchal, and heteronormative elements concerning lobola. The two part series began airing last night on SABC 1 and you can still catch part 2 next on SABC 1. For now though, Sihle joins us for more on t…

One thing you can guarantee about life is that there will be good and joyful experiences and there will be difficult experiences. One thing we all need during difficult situations is the power of resilience, which is our ability to cope with and recover from difficult experiences. Clinical psychologist Anele Siswana joins us next to chat about how …

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The capital city Pretoria has the worst traffic in the country during peak hours, this is according to the latest data from the TomTom Traffic Index which ranks traffic congestion of multiple cities across the world. According to the index, rush hour traffic numbers are on the increase, however, are still well below 2019 numbers. Pretoria came in f…

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THE HEADLINES The Competition Commission said it’s investigating the price of a range of essential-food products, after consumers were subjected to “unjustified increases” over the past two years. STATS SA said food prices rose 13.6% year-on-year last month, the highest level since April 2009, according to Statistics South Africa. To speak to us Th…

BUSINESS WRAP Zwelakhe Mnguni Co-founder and CIO - Benguela Global Fund Managers • Competition Commission investigates essential-food prices • Stor-age Property • Eskom exits Uganda after achieving 'phenomenal' EAF there • Satawu threatens strike by bus drivers in the lead up to Easter long weekend • Employment stats show short-term increase and lo…

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The state of Utah in the United States is now the first to sign a law that will require parental consent before children below the age of 18 can create a social media account. The law will give parents full access to their children’s accounts including private messages. The new bill which kicks-in in 2024 will set a curfew for children which will s…

This week on Gym Jam we'll be focusing on going to the gym and doing it right. Many people end up leaving the gym because of unnecessary injuries and strains that could have easily been avoided if the right techniques were being used. This week we’ll be focusing on getting our gym form right. We’ll be joined by Reuben Chokoe is a Founder of Fit_Afr…

SHOP STEWARDS CORNER The National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) Highveld Region says it regards the visits to power stations by the Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa as long overdue and necessary but saying they categorically and emphatically disagreeing with the Minister’s version that corruption in Eskom does not play any role towards the p…

THE HEADLINES Apparently, some officials contracted to private security company G4S, who were working at Mangaung Correctional Centre when rapist and murderer the Facebook Rapist Thabo Bester escaped, have been suspended and dismissed. In 2012, Bester was sentenced to life imprisonment for rape and murder after luring women to him via social media …

BUSINESS WRAP Sinesipho Maninjwa Market analyst and CA • Shining a light on Zimbabwe’s $4.5bn-a-year gold smuggling racket • Thungela Resources • Jack Ma’s Retreat Undercuts China’s Pitch to Private Business • Botswana Buys Stake in Belgian Gem Trader in De Beers Testبقلم METRO FM

Sello Maake KaNcube has been in the business of entertainment for 40 years now and continues to put in the work just like when he started. His most recent work includes, Blood & Water, Blood Psalms and SABC 1’s Skeem Saam. He continues to champion the arts while having loads of fun doing what he loves. He joined the team to chat about his career an…

Listen as Mzansi's little one's share their thoughts on various topics. On today's edition we asked: What would you like your parents to stop packing in your lunch box/bag?بقلم METRO FM

The oral health of South Africans is in the spotlight as a new global report reveals that millions of us in the country are suffering from various oral health issues including tooth decay, severe gum disease, tooth loss and oral cancer. The report released by the World Health Organisation indicates that children in the country are at the greatest r…

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THE HEADLINES The SA Commercial Catering and Allied Workers Union (Saccawu) has embarked on a 10-day strike at Massmart-owned Makro stores across the country in what a bid to force the company to accede to its demand for higher wage. Mike Tau 2nd Deputy President - SACCAWUبقلم METRO FM

BUSINESS WRAP Akona Mlamleli Portfolio Manager - 27 Four Investment Managers • Remgro Limited • January net exports data from StatsSA • Apple Considers Bidding for English Football Streaming Rights • SA inflation shocker, Fed hike seal deal for next interest rate moveبقلم METRO FM

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SOUTH AFRICAN INSURANCE ASSOCIATION The show is sponsored by the South African Insurance Association The campaign is sponsored by The South African Insurance Association which is an association for non-life insurance companies. Tonight's topic will be addressing topical issues impacting policyholder and how insurance responds to these. We are talki…

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Simply Zen is a South African, and the black-owned entity which retails CBD (Cannabidiol) products that are produced under the strictest regulatory processes. We are a "Wellness Alternatives" entity where our focus is the limitless wellness benefits that can be found in the various compounds contained in the Cannabis plant. Business owner: Sicelo S…

Listen as Mzansi's little one's share their thoughts on various topics. On today's edition we asked: WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE TYPE OF SHOES?بقلم METRO FM

Load shedding continues to hurt the economy of the country and a recent survey shows that employers have noticed a 45% drop in productivity as a result of load shedding. The survey showed that it has also impacted on worker confidence and mood. The blackouts are impacting most businesses negatively leading to increased costs for businesses and a dr…

All our experiences, especially the tough ones, if not dealt with appropriately will continue to affect us long after they’ve happened. Studies have shown that adults who are dealing with childhood traumas often show a lack of control over their emotions and are likely to experience high levels of anger, anxiety and stress. For more on this the tea…

As we observe Human Rights Day in the country today, The Santa Shoebox Programmes, which focuses on uplifting underprivileged children, is calling for the government to uphold children’s basic human rights to education, adequate nutrition, sanitation and quality care. The Government's Early Childhood Development Subsidy, which was created to addres…

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SMME xChange Percy Koji is owns a tour operator and travel agency business, Travel with Confidence with a strong offering on heritage tourism. He talks to Percy Koji Founder: Travel with Confidenceبقلم METRO FM

The Headlines The Langa Massacre Foundation at Kariega in the Eastern Cape says after ten years of engaging government, Langa Massacre victims have not received any compensation. Over 20 people from Langa township died on their way to a funeral when police opened fire today in1985. To speak to us Nicholas Malgas Chairperson - Langa Massacre Foundat…

BUSINESS WRAP BUSINESS WRAP Khanya Ndzululeka Co-founder: Setana Capital • Mozambique submits first assessment report to exit the “Grey List • Kenya: 43 fired Facebook moderators file suit against Meta • Uganda to scrap take-or-pay contracts in electricity industry • Where have all the inswa gone?بقلم METRO FM

It’s the 20th of March as we wake up this morning, many will be aware that the Economic Freedom Fighters will be having their National Shutdown protest. The party has said the protest is about voicing their concerns with the continuous load shedding facing the country and against Cyril Ramaphosa’s presidency amongst other things. In the build up th…

This week on Gym Jam the focus is on toning our bodies without buffing up. This one is for all of you who are scared that the gym could make you look bigger when you’re trying to look shredded. We’re joined by Obakeng FitObi Makapane, qualified HIIT instructor, wellness and fitness content creator and co-founder of Nobsfitness, she'll be helping us…

The team was joined by Big Brother star Thato Immaculate who drooped her new track 'Ngothando'. Listen as she schats about the inspiration behind the music and how the last year has been since leaving the Big Brother House.بقلم METRO FM

BU Luthando Mthembu came into the spotlight after appearing on Big Brother. Since leaving the house he has gone from one role to the next, while also working on and releasing music. He is the star of a new show titled ‘Adulting’ and joined the team to chat about the last year and the next steps.بقلم METRO FM

The spotlight will be on consuming local products at the upcoming Buy Local Summit and expo which will be looking to highlight local business and why we should all be buying from our homegrown businesses. The expo will bring together various stakeholders including manufacturers and producers, corporate buyers, enterprise development agencies, gover…

Moving back home can be a tough thing to do, especially if it's not by choice. On this instalment of Advise a First Timer, we chat about advise for people moving back home for the first time.بقلم METRO FM

There’s been progress made in the recognition of traditional healers as part of our modern health care systems, however what still needs to be done to ensure that traditional healers are seen as health professionals and how does it all work currently? The team was joined by Professor Tembe.بقلم METRO FM

Listen as Mzansi's little one's share their thoughts on various topics. On today's edition we asked: What’s the one thing you wish adults understood better about kids your age? Today’s kidsبقلم METRO FM

The film and publication board is warning the public to refrain from posting and sharing videos that incite violence. This is in reaction to a video that circulated on social media with a person claiming to be an EFF member threatening violence against people who won’t be participating in the party's planned National Shutdown protest. The board has…

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The Headlines SA National Taxi Council (Santaco) said it could not afford to suspend taxi operations even for a day as it had been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic and July 2021 riots. This is the response the the EFF led National Shutdown taking place on Monday. To speak to us Tumisho Molelekwa SANTACO spokesperson.…