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One of South Africa’s biggest exports to the global entertainment industry, Arnold Vosloo, has welcomed a baby at the age of 64. ‘The Mummy’ actor and his 32-year-old girlfriend, Anika du Toit, welcomed a baby boy, and the pair’s lives have already changed for the better.

Look around a supermarket and almost everything you see carries a label. Before the brand, barcode and product information are added, many of those labels begin as rolls of self-adhesive material. South African manufacturer Morgancoat makes enough of that material every year to cover Robben Island about 11 times. Its story began in 2007, when Richard Morgan and his father Mike developed machinery to apply recyclable barrier coatings to paper. The idea was ahead of its time, so they adapted the machinery and began manufacturing self-adhesive label material instead.

Speaking to Breakfast with Martin Bester this morning, national police spokesperson Athlenda Mathe confirmed that the police service is concerned that more bodies could potentially be discovered as investigators work to establish whether the deaths of five women in Ekurhuleni are connected. “It's a big concern and we are hoping that we won't get more bodies. The team is on the ground. We've got a multidisciplinary team consisting of experts. We've got tracking teams on the ground, we've got our criminologists who form part of our investigative psychology unit. We also have psychologists on the ground trying to study the behaviour of each, you know, case.” This was moments before it was confirmed that a sixth woman’s body had been discovered in Kwa-Thema, Springs. It is the sixth woman’s body found in Ekurhuleni in the past two months, but there is not yet any confirmation that the latest discovery is connected to any of the other cases.

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and Springbok captain Siya Kolisi are sporting new bald looks following the final match of the 2026 Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry series. Both Erasmus and Kolisi took to social media to show off their new bald looks.

Is there really anything wrong with dating a colleague? That is what Anonymous wants to know in this week’s Asking For A Friend on Breakfast with Martin Bester. Anonymous wrote to Breakfast with Martin Bester, asking: “Why am I not allowed to date my colleague? What’s so wrong with that?” This is what the team and listeners had to say.

South Africa's future isn't only found beneath our soil. Some of it is being designed in Stellenbosch and sent into space. Dragonfly Aerospace, founded by Bryan Dean and his colleagues in 2020, designs and builds sophisticated Earth-observation cameras and the satellites that carry them. It is an extraordinary South African business story, one built on decades of hard-won experience. South Africa developed valuable satellite engineering expertise around Stellenbosch University, but as projects ended and companies closed, that knowledge risked being lost to other industries. Bryan and his team saw an opportunity to keep the capability together and turn it into a sustainable product business.

Justice prevailed for a Johannesburg woman after her two-and-a-half-year battle over a municipal water bill ended in her favour. Following an investigation by the Public Protector, it was revealed that a faulty water meter had been behind the billing dispute. According to eNCA, more than R2.6 million has now been credited to Bot’s municipal account.

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A Durban chef has been hailed as a hero after repeatedly running into a burning building to rescue a 74-year-old woman trapped upstairs.

North West school principal Sam Lupuwana recently informed students and parents about his decision to cancel his school’s matric farewell dance this year. Lupuwana’s decision comes after matric students performed poorly academically at Milner High School in Klerksdorp. Lupuwana described the pupils’ performance as “critically concerning” and called them “arguably the most disappointing group of Grade 12s” after 72 of the 186 matric pupils failed the Term 2 exams.

Breakfast with Martin Bester discovered young Anaya Sounds during the Jacaranda FM Feel Good Tour and has held her hand as she takes South Africa by storm. Recently, it all came full circle when Anaya performed the national anthem during the Lions vs All Blacks match. We can't wait to continue on this journey with her and see what she does next.

For most of us, salt is one of the simplest ingredients on the table. For Samantha Skyring, it became the foundation of Oryx Desert Salt, a South African brand that is increasingly finding its way onto international shelves. Oryx Desert Salt founder Samantha Skyring turned pure Kalahari salt into a growing South African brand by finding the right customers, embracing sustainability and taking action despite self-doubt.

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US country music legend Dolly Parton, who grew up in Tennessee and became a household name with hits like 'Jolene,' has died at the age of 80, her family said Tuesday.

Founded by Anton van Heerden, DNA EOR enables overseas companies to employ South Africans without first having to establish their own company in the country. DNA EOR acts as the local legal employer, managing employment contracts, payroll, tax and labour compliance, while the international company manages the employee’s day-to-day work. More than 500 South Africans are already employed by DNA on behalf of foreign businesses, giving them the opportunity to gain international experience while continuing to live, spend, pay tax and build their lives in South Africa. For Anton, the business represents the latest chapter in a career that has revolved around people, payroll and technology. Despite spending much of his career in technology, Anton believes strongly that technology should enable human relationships rather than replace them. His lesson for other business owners is to automate what should be automated while protecting the trust, judgement and personal connection that make customers and employees want to stay. Business growth specialist Pavlo Phitidis believes this raises an important question for every business adopting AI and automation: don't simply ask whether something can be automated. Ask what will become better as a result and what human value must remain.

Anonymous wrote to Breakfast with Martin Bester saying they have a friend who they always invite over to their house, whether it’s for cake and tea, a braai or a meal. However, they never get invited over to their friend’s house. “Whenever they come to my house, I welcome them inside, but whenever I visit them, I’m left standing at the gate,” they wrote. “I have actually never been inside their house.” Anonymous wants to know why the effort always seems to come from one side. They’ve heard excuses like, “I don’t invite you over because your house is too neat,” or, “You make much better food than I do.” But they can’t help wondering why they’re always the one doing the inviting. This is what the team and our listeners had to say.

As part of the Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry 2026 tour, the Vodacom Bulls and the All Blacks went head-to-head on Saturday, 15 August. Ahead of this highly anticipated match, rugby content creator Jordan Buhrs was so confident that the Pretoria team would win that he had a proposition for the internet. Buhrs posted a video on social media claiming that he was so confident the Bulls would win that he was willing to do whatever the top comment on his video said. This is where the All Blacks got involved and dared him to get a tattoo of their logo if they won the game. “Get our logo tattooed on your arm before the first Test (minimum 5cm),” the New Zealand national team commented. As expected, this ended up being the top comment, and Buhrs had to stick to his word. Breakfast with Martin Bester caught up with the social media content creator after he got his tattoo, and Martin Bester challenged him to yet another dare.

Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to the main voice behind Eggchasers Rugby, a popular digital rugby union community, audio podcast and YouTube channel.

Breyton Paulse, the celebrated Springbok legend, joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to share his excitement and thoughts ahead of the much-anticipated Springboks vs All Blacks Test at Ellis Park on Saturday, 22 August. This iconic match-up forms part of what is widely regarded as rugby’s greatest rivalry, and Paulse’s insights offered a captivating glimpse into the anticipation surrounding this colossal sporting event.

Road rage is a growing issue on South African roads, with everyone accusing the next person of being a bad driver. Very often, people in big cars blame people in small cars for being bad drivers, and vice versa. In this week’s Asking For A Friend, Anonymous feels that people who drive big cars are the worst on the road. Their question to Breakfast with Martin Bester this week is simple: Why do people in big cars drive so badly? Listen here to hear what the team and our listeners had to say.

Despite her rise to global stardom, South African singer Tyla has not forgotten her roots. After accepting her second AfriPure International Achievement Award at the South African Music Awards (SAMAs), the global star treated fans to an official takeover of the famous Gold Reef City. The ‘Water’ hitmaker took over the theme park to celebrate the release of her ‘A*Pop’ album. Gold Reef City was turned into an ‘A*Pop’-themed park, with pink merchandise, photo booths and even pink burgers and pizza on the menu. Of course, Tyla also treated her fans to a live performance. “I’m so happy that you guys came through. You guys look beautiful. We’re gonna have fun. I want you guys to enjoy, have a good time. It’s crazy. I did not think it would be this crazy,” she said on stage, in awe of the turnout. Social media was also flooded with videos of the singer enjoying some of the theme park rides at Gold Reef City.

Ahead of his address at the MANCOSA Jacaranda FM Business Breakfast, Springbok legend Bryan Habana joined Martin Bester and the Breakfast team live from VodaWorld to talk leadership lessons from professional sport, the five non-negotiables he believes drive success, and what leading a mostly-female fintech team taught him about unlearning old habits. He also shares his hilarious tale of teeing off in front of 4,500 spectators alongside Scottie Scheffler and Justin Rose, and gives his take on this weekend's Springboks vs All Blacks clash at Ellis Park.

Join us for a delightful dive into Jigo Jordan's Afrikaans adventure! With just five months on the clock, this Zimbabwean Uber driver has everyone smiling as he learns Afrikaans through children's books. Listen in for laughs, cultural insights, and the heartwarming tale of a man on a mission to connect in a new language.

Media mogul and businesswoman Basetsana Khumalo opens up about pursuing her doctorate in her 50s, building a fertilizer plant from coal gasification, and three decades of reinventing herself in business, in a candid chat with Martin Bester ahead of her Legacy Speaks address at the MANCOSA Jacaranda FM Business Breakfast. She talks about the stigma women face moving from beauty pageants to boardrooms - and why she'd rather "fail spectacularly" than never try at all. Khumalo shares the stage with Bryan Habana, Pavlo Phitidis and Kimberly Taylor at this year's event, held at the Vodacom Dome on 17 August.

Join the Breakfast crew as they dive into Cyril Ramaphosa's viral “clock it” moment that got everyone talking. With their trademark humour and down-to-earth vibe, Martin and the gang chat about whether there’s an age limit for trendy phrases. Tune in for a lively discussion that mixes laughs with real talk about how the president might be winning over the youth in unexpected ways. #ClockIt

Their comeback single, 'Ohema', an Afro-infused pop track from their EP, was released on 24 July 2026. 'Ohema' is derived from the Akan word for "queen" (or Ohemaa) in Ghana. The project marks both a return and a reinvention, staying true to the emotional storytelling and soaring vocal performances that made fans fall in love with them, while embracing fresh sonic influences such as Afrobeats and 3-step. The result is a mature, confident and beautifully evolved sound that reflects the women they are today. More than just a comeback, 'Full Circle' is a celebration of legacy, sisterhood and growth. On Friday, 14 August, Jacky, Mariechan and Liesl joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to celebrate the new music.

For many celebrity men, and even the average guy on the street, the idea that handbags are only for women is long gone. There is a growing trend, particularly among male celebrities, of carrying handbags of all sizes and colours as the latest luxury fashion statement. Celebrities, athletes and designers are all proving that men can wear handbags too. Jacob Elordi, Pharrell Williams, Harry Styles, Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé, A$AP Rocky and Travis Scott have all been spotted rocking handbags, making them somewhat of pioneers in the handbag’s comeback.

American star Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is showing the world that he is his own kind of triple threat. From being a professional wrestler to having an illustrious acting career and now potentially moving into the world of music, The Rock is proving there is very little he can’t do. The 54-year-old star is entering the world of music with the release of his new song, ‘Your Dad’. ‘Your Dad’ is a father-daughter ballad co-written with 2023 American Idol winner Iam Tongi. It appears on the brand-new 'Moana: Voices Across the Ocean' album, which was released in conjunction with the live-action ‘Moana’ reboot.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi joined Breakfast with Martin Bester for his first-ever live interview on Jacaranda FM, where the team made sure the province’s most pressing issues were put directly to him. From crime and potholes to water, electricity, rates and taxes, Breakfast with Martin Bester gave listeners the opportunity to ask Lesufi the questions that matter most to Gauteng residents. The Premier joined Martin Bester, Philicity Reeken and Xola Ntshinga for a wide-ranging interview about his life, career and plans for the province, but the difficult questions were not avoided.

Global superstar Beyoncé is being dragged to court over an alleged unauthorised sample in her 2022 hit ‘Alien Superstar’ from her ‘Renaissance’ album. A company called Hirose Enterprise and a producer named Shuji Hirose are suing Queen B for alleged copyright infringement. According to TMZ, Hirose claims to own the rights to a song called ‘Moonraker’ by Foremost Poets (aka jOHNNYDANGEROUs), the same song Beyoncé sampled in her 2022 hit. The company specifically refers to the intro to the song ‘Alien Superstar’, which features a striking spoken-word section.

The self-described "intergalactic space warrior" from the fictional planet Sigma IX takes on hardline anti-immigration politician Nigel Farage on Thursday in the Clacton by-election, triggered when the Reform UK leader resigned in a shock move. With Farage running again for his seat, none of the UK's mainstream political parties are fielding candidates, having dismissed the move as a stunt designed to stall a parliamentary inquiry into his finances. That has left the door open to Count Binface and a host of other independent and parody candidates.

A preventable case of blindness inspired Dr William Mapham to build a platform connecting frontline health workers with specialists when their patients need them most. As a young doctor working at a rural hospital in the Eastern Cape, Dr William Mapham encountered a patient with an eye condition he could not identify. With limited specialist support available, Mapham wrote a referral letter and sent the patient to a distant eye clinic. Seven years later, Mapham returned to the area as a trained eye specialist. The same patient appeared, still carrying the same referral letter. By then, he was blind in that eye. The tragedy was that the condition had been relatively simple to treat. The hospital had even stocked the medicine required. What had been missing was access to the right specialist knowledge at the right moment. That experience led Mapham to create Vula Medical.

Most of us have been in situations where we’ve experienced bad customer service. In recent times, complaining about bad service or asking to speak to the manager has become synonymous with “Karen” behaviour. Granted, there are many instances where customers are in the wrong and still complain about bad service. But shying away from standing up for what is right out of fear of being ridiculed should also not be the norm. This week, Breakfast with Martin Bester asked a very valid question on Asking For A Friend: When is it okay to ask to speak to the manager?

The moment a New Zealand councilwoman joined an online council meeting from her bathroom has gone viral, leaving internet users in stitches. To make matters worse, City Councillor Jo Galer’s washing was also on full display as it dried behind her. While some people would have died of embarrassment, it was Galer’s nonchalant response to the situation that really grabbed people’s attention. According to the ‘New York Post’, Mayor Sophie Barker immediately addressed the situation and let Galer know that her washing was on full display for the entire livestream.

As the inventor of the automobile, Mercedes-Benz is celebrating 140 years of innovation in 2026, and Jacaranda FM and Breakfast with Martin Bester are celebrating with them. We spoke to Mercedes-Benz South Africa's Head of Customer Connection, Mayur Bhana, about the new Mercedes-Benz CLA. It is the most technologically advanced Mercedes-Benz yet, featuring AI integration and the new Mercedes-Benz Operating System, enhanced by Gemini. It combines innovation, luxury, intelligent features and impressive driving performance.

A new bill aimed at addressing absent fatherhood and mental health issues affecting men has been proposed. According to The Citizen, Nikita Harris from Legacy Nation said that when men step up, “households stabilise and communities heal”. This is exactly what she hopes to achieve with her MENPOWERED campaign and the proposed Responsible Parenthood Bill. The new bill argues that having an official day dedicated to men could help address issues unique to men, as well as those affecting children and families. The Responsible Parenthood Bill aims to establish an official Men’s Day on 26 June, aligning it with the anniversary of the 1952 Defiance Campaign.

To say South Africans are gatvol of corruption is an understatement, but we often feel our hands are tied when it comes to fighting it. One resident, however, has decided to take the allegedly corrupt system at a Home Affairs office head-on. In a video that has surfaced online, the woman can be seen calling out officials at an alleged Home Affairs branch for accepting bribes to assist those who pay first. The woman alleged that she was approached outside the branch and asked to pay R150 to receive her card, reportedly an ID card, within 10 minutes.

Breakfast with Martin Bester has a new Secret Sound! Listeners stand the chance to win R50,000 if they correctly guess the Secret Sound. Listen to Breakfast with Martin Bester every weekday from 06:00 to 09:00 to see if you can guess the next sound. To enter, all you need to do is WhatsApp "SECRET" to 084 850 0942 and follow the prompts.

Most people have experienced the frustration of driving behind an oversized truck moving slowly along the road. What many do not realise is that these extraordinary loads often carry the equipment that keeps South Africa’s economy moving. For nearly 60 years, Transvaal Heavy Transport (THT) has specialised in transporting abnormal and high-value loads across South Africa and neighbouring countries. From mining equipment and transformers to industrial machinery and infrastructure components, the company helps deliver the assets that power construction, mining, energy and water projects.

Child support is often a contentious issue in separated families. More often than not, the issue involves one of the parties paying too little or nothing at all in maintenance. This week, we are looking at how much is too much when paying child support. Anonymous wrote to Breakfast with Martin Bester, saying that he pays R10 000 a month in child support and feels that it is too much.

Across the world, including in our beloved country, there have been national anthem performances that have left audiences in shock, and not for the right reasons. The latest performance to have audiences struggling to hold back their laughter took place at the Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) debut on Saturday, 1 August, with some dubbing it the worst ever. Legendary Motown singer Martha Reeves took to the field to perform the United States national anthem before the inaugural game. Unfortunately for Reeves, it was not the performance she had hoped for. The performance did not go very well from the start, and things did not improve as it continued. Her backup singers also did little to help make the performance any better.

One lucky listener walked away with R50 000 on Friday, 31 July, after correctly guessing the Secret Sound on Breakfast with Martin Bester.

Human Nebula, a local metal band, performed at the international Wacken Metal Battle Finals in Germany on Wednesday, 29 July. Human Nebula went up against national winners from 31 countries at the international Wacken Metal Battle Finals, which is often referred to as the Metal World Cup.

The school rugby community has been left embarrassed after a massive brawl broke out at a match over the weekend. During Saturday’s Noordvaal Cup match between Die Hoërskool Menlopark and Hoërskool Dr E.G. Jansen, a brawl involving players, parents and spectators erupted. The altercation occurred during the first-team clash between the two schools. Breakfast with Martin Bester sports presenter Xola Ntshinga reported that the match was abandoned a few minutes into the second half, with the score at 36–5 in favour of the hosts, Menlopark. Numerous videos of the fight were shared on social media and quickly went viral. Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Rigardt Dey, an Afrikaans teacher at Die Hoërskool Menlopark, about the incident. Dey condemned what took place, clearly stating that such behaviour was completely unacceptable.

South African musician Lee Cole stopped by Breakfast with Martin Bester to talk about his new single, ‘Fool’, and perform his version of ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’ on Friday Live. A Jacaranda FM listener recently wrote to us to share her thoughts on Lee’s looks. “Lee Cole. The sexy Portuguese, with his tight white jeans,” she wrote. The ‘Palace of Dreams’ singer had a simple reaction to the compliment: “I’m adding that to my bio,” he said.

Katy Perry has gone viral after a stunt at one of her recent shows nearly went wrong. While crowd-surfing on a giant inflatable water bottle at the Isle of MTV Malta festival on 22 July, the ‘I Kissed a Girl’ singer seemingly became stuck above the crowd after drifting too far away from the stage.

Video footage of a reckless delivery driver nearly striking two fighting elephant bulls in the Kruger National Park has left visitors and authorities angered. According to Lowvelder, the incident occurred on the H1-2 near Skukuza on 28 July. In the video, taken by Pretoria resident Azille Engelbrecht, two elephants can be seen facing off against each other while several park visitors watch the interaction from their vehicles. While most of the vehicles remained stationary, allowing the natural interaction to play out without interference, one delivery driver decided to push past the other guests.

A Cape Town woman’s simple plan to organise a games night took an unexpected turn after her search for male participants went viral. Speaking to Breakfast with Martin Bester, Leslie Paterson recalled how a simple social media video promoting her games night sparked something much bigger.

Most people do not think twice about the fruit they buy. An apple, a bunch of grapes or a punnet of blueberries appears on a supermarket shelf looking fresh and perfect. Few of us stop to think about the journey behind it or how much of a farmer's harvest never reaches its full value. That is the challenge Uzair Essack set out to solve.

Listeners stand a chance to win R50 000 if they correctly guess the Secret Sound. Listen to Breakfast with Martin Bester every weekday from 06:00 to 09:00 to see if you can guess the next sound. Martin Bester left listeners with the ultimate clue, which almost guarantees that someone will win R50 000.

How soon is too soon to start looking for someone new after a separation? That is Anonymous’s question on Breakfast with Martin Bester’s Asking For A Friend this week. Anonymous asked listeners and the Breakfast team for their opinions. “While we are still going through the divorce process, with a court date scheduled, my soon-to-be ex has already started dating,” he said. “I think it is incredibly brave, but someone close to us feels it is disrespectful towards me. “I do not agree with this sentiment, but I would like to know what listeners think.” This is what people had to say.

New AI tools are allowing readers to interact with books through chatbots, while raising concerns about copyright, permissions and how authors and publishers should be paid. Gerda de Sousa brought this story to Breakfast with Martin Bester during her news bulletin, sparking a debate about the use of AI.

Grammy-winning South African singer Tyla faced intense online backlash primarily from international, mostly American, audiences after identifying as a " coloured" woman.

Is South Africa due for a name change? The founders of a new South African think tank and advocacy group think so. Vuka Azania is calling on South Africans to consider changing the country’s name. According to The Citizen, Vuka Azania wants to change the country’s name to Azania, the same name previously suggested by several liberation movements during apartheid.

A now-viral video showing a JMPD officer grabbing a man by the neck and pulling him out of a vehicle has sparked outrage among community members and officials. Video footage taken from inside the vehicle shows two men being pulled over by JMPD officers. Once one of the officers approaches the driver’s window, the interaction quickly takes a dark turn. The driver and the officer can be seen arguing before the officer grabs the man by the throat. After a while, he releases the man and the argument continues. Moments later, officers open the vehicle’s door and attempt to forcibly remove the driver. When the man refuses to be grabbed, one officer again grabs him by the neck, pulls him out of the vehicle and throws him to the ground.

A stranger was found sleeping in the back of a bakkie after a UFC match, and many people pointed out that he appeared to be South African.

Junior Boks team doctor Clement Plaatjies saved a woman’s life while travelling with the team on a flight.

Converge Solutions creates software that helps hospitals, banks and insurance businesses operate more efficiently, securely and reliably. When software works well, most people never notice it. But in hospitals, banks and insurance businesses, the systems running behind the scenes can influence everything from patient care to financial security. That's where Converge Solutions has built its reputation. Founded eight years ago by Johann Joubert together with co-founders Jaco Cromhout and Kobus van der Merwe, the business develops software for industries where reliability, security and accuracy are essential.

Gauteng music lovers are in for a treat this festive season as Grammy-winning R&B icon Brandy brings the heat at the 2026 All White Soul Sessions Concert Tour Experience, brought to you by Remoakantse Holdings and Your No 1 Feel Good station, Jacaranda FM.

Asking For A Friend sounded a little different this week. Instead of raising a personal or relationship issue, Jade, whose surname has been omitted, asked a very simple question: Why are people over 30 always giving main character energy? Jade argued that people over 30 often come across as a little too confident and self-assured, with an overbearing energy. She specifically pointed to millennials who post about things like running marathons on social media. The question sparked a heated debate between people over 30 and those who share Jade’s opinion

After six weeks of cash calls, Golden Ticket qualifiers and exciting elimination rounds, Jacaranda FM welcomed a brand-new millionaire. Kamogelo Qolosha, an unemployed single mother from the Eastern Cape, walked away with the R1 million grand prize during the Goldrush Make Me A Millionaire finale on Breakfast with Martin Bester.

South Africa’s Grammy-winning pop star Tyla has been honoured with her very own Bratz doll, celebrating her fashion and superstar status. The ‘Water’ singer and the global doll brand announced their collaboration on Instagram, unveiling what the doll will look like.

Devi Sankaree Govender is a South African media icon. Her reputation as an award-winning investigative television journalist has been cemented by decades of bold, brave and fearless reporting that holds governments, companies and individuals to account. Govender joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to talk about the success of 'The Devi Show', thank audiences for their support and give listeners an inside look into the life of one of South Africa's most renowned investigative journalists.

Walk through any supermarket and you'll see shelves filled with colourful bottles, jars and cans competing for your attention. Behind many of those eye-catching products is a process most shoppers never think about: turning a great product idea into packaging that's ready for the retail shelf. For more than 20 years, QualiPak JHB has helped make that happen. Founded by Graham Hepburn, the Johannesburg-based business specialises in applying printed shrink sleeves to bottles, jars, cans and other containers, helping businesses package their products professionally without having to commit to large production volumes from day one.

SARU president Mark Alexander confirmed that the organisation had taken note of concerns over ticket pricing and is planning to review the pricing of certain ticket categories. "We take full ownership of this matter and are committed to ensuring that our ticketing structure reflects accessibility and sustainability. "Supporters' passion and loyalty are central to our success, and we are deeply grateful for their commitment to our teams. Rugby is a shared national treasure, and we have a responsibility to ensure every supporter feels part of the journey. "At the same time, we must balance this commitment with the responsibility of making these events financially viable. It is a delicate balance, but one we are determined to manage responsibly."

Managing blended families and relationships between children and new partners is not always easy. That being said, many people manage to build beautiful blended families, bringing together children, parents and partners. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, as seen in this week's Asking For A Friend on Breakfast with Martin Bester. This week, Anonymous wrote to Breakfast with Martin Bester, saying that her partner treats his children better than he treats hers. Not sure what to do, she asked the team and our listeners for advice. This is what they had to say.

Manchester City football star Erling Haaland is one of the biggest names in football, and during the 2026 FIFA World Cup he made an even bigger name for himself. The Norwegian striker became so popular that fans discovered a rap song he released as a 16-year-old in 2016. Using the stage name Lyng, the football star formed a group called Flow Kingz with his Norwegian teammates Erik Botheim and Erik Tobias Sandberg. The trio released a song called 'Kygo Jo' and even created a music video to accompany it. Globally recognised DJ and producer Kygo, who also hails from Norway, caught wind of the song and decided to put his own spin on it. According to USA Today, Kygo promised to remix the song if Haaland scored in the Round of 16 match against Brazil.

‘Semi-Soet: Die Musiekblyspel’ keer terug na die verhoog, en hierdie keer kan gehore dit van 4 tot 20 September in die Teatro by Montecasino sien. Die Suid-Afrikaanse sanger Bobby van Jaarsveld keer terug as 'JP', die manlike hoofrol, saam met Anel Alexander, wat terugkeer in haar rol as 'Jaci'. Bobby en Anel het met Breakfast with Martin Bester kom gesels oor die musiekblyspel en hul opgewondenheid oor die groter verhoog.

Virtual actress Tilly Norwood, who has not been cast in a film since her career was launched in autumn 2025, may finally be getting her breakthrough role. Her creators, studio Particle 6, said on Monday that they will create a feature film for her to star in. The film will be produced entirely using artificial intelligence (AI), with help from human writers, human technicians and human actors.

Sometimes the biggest business success stories begin with people who simply know their craft better than anyone else. For Wayne Da Costa and Gideon Monyelekgau, that journey started on the factory floor of Tensile Rubber Hoses in Rosslyn, Gauteng. Long before they became business partners, they spent years learning every aspect of the company. Wayne worked his way up to managing the operation, while Gideon’s journey began in the garden before moving into production, studying further and eventually leading product development and quality. Then came an opportunity few employees ever receive. When the previous owner decided to sell the business in 2014, Wayne and Gideon made a life-changing decision. They invested their pension savings and became equal owners of the company they had helped build.

What do you do when your partner wants to wait until marriage and you don't? Well, this is this week's Asking for a Friend predicament. Anonymous wrote to 'Breakfast with Martin Bester and said her boyfriend wants to wait until marriage before they have sex, but she doesn't want to. The Breakfast team, listeners and even comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout weighed in on the issue.

The South African Revenue Service has announced that, starting 1 July 2026, travellers entering or leaving South Africa through air, land, sea and rail ports will be required to submit an online traveller declaration before travelling.

He is the man behind one of television’s most hated characters, but behind the character is a talented actor with an impressive body of work spanning film, television and streaming platforms. S'dumo Mtshali joined ‘Breakfast with Martin Bester’ to give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the global phenomenon that is ‘The Polygamist’, his now-infamous character and the real person behind Jonasi Gomora.

Listeners stand the chance to win R50,000 if they correctly guess the Secret Sound. Listen to Breakfast with Martin Bester every weekday from 06:00 to 09:00 to see if you can guess the next sound. To enter, all you need to do is WhatsApp "SECRET" to 084 850 0942 and follow the prompts. Every day, Martin Bester selects entries at random and puts them on air to try and win. Sending a WhatsApp entry for the competition does not guarantee that your answer, whether correct or incorrect, will be taken to air. Please note that WhatsApp is the only valid entry mechanism.

Social media was set ablaze after video footage of Mexican football fans hooting and making noise outside the Ecuadorian team’s hotel ahead of the match made the rounds. Mexican fans attempted to give the team a sleepless night after they gathered outside the Westin Hotel in Santa Fe. From midnight until the early hours of the morning, the crowd clamoured outside using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles.

We have a new R50 000 Secret Sound winner! On Tuesday, 30 June, Martin Bester gave away another R50 000 after one lucky listener guessed correctly.

Osaka is renowned for turning heads with her on-court outfits, but making them compatible with Wimbledon's strict dress code required some special inspiration. Japan's four-time major winner paid tribute to her country's culture by arriving for her opening match at the All England Club in an elegant, full-length kimono. The ensemble was entirely white to comply with the tournament's rules.

For some people, staying friends with an ex does not seem strange at all, but for others, it is a complete no-no. Anonymous wrote to Breakfast with Martin Bester about this exact predicament. Their partner is still good friends (emphasis on “good”) with their ex, and Anonymous wonders whether they should be worried.

Reliable water has become something many South Africans can no longer take for granted. For homes, shopping centres, retirement villages and schools, interruptions to the water supply can quickly disrupt everyday life. An organisation that stays one step ahead of this challenge is iWater Management, a family-owned business founded by father-and-son team Pierre van Tonder Senior and Pierre van Tonder Junior.

A total of 24 000 people around the world were asked to choose the most beautiful city, and the results are in! Cape Town has topped Time Out’s list of the World’s Most Beautiful Cities for 2026. According to Time Out, 86% of Capetonians said their city was beautiful.

Bafana Bafana went head-to-head with Canada on Sunday, 28 June. After a historic run in the FIFA World Cup, the national team unfortunately lost 1-0 in the Round of 32. As a result, Bafana Bafana were knocked out of the World Cup. Even though the nation could not be prouder of the national football team, their loss was understandably disappointing. Of course, not everyone was disappointed by the result. For some, it even came with a hefty payout. Canadian rapper Drake revealed on Instagram that he had placed a high-stakes bet on his home country to win. The ‘Hotline Bling’ rapper wagered $770,000, almost R13 million, on Canada to win. His successful bet earned him a $1 million payout, which is almost R17 million.

Martin Bester has a new Secret Sound, so it's time to get guessing!

South Africa’s national football team made history after beating South Korea 1-0 on Thursday, 25 June. Bafana Bafana secured the historic victory in Monterrey, Mexico. This is the first time South Africa has competed in the FIFA World Cup since hosting the tournament in 2010. Now, for the first time ever, the national team has advanced to the next round of the tournament. The energy was tangible on Thursday morning, with South Africans across the country beaming with pride. Jacaranda FM spent the morning celebrating with the rest of South Africa and created several special moments honouring Bafana Bafana.

South Africa’s national football team made history after beating South Korea 1-0 on Thursday, 25 June. Bafana Bafana secured the historic victory in Monterrey, Mexico. This is the first time South Africa has competed in the FIFA World Cup since hosting the tournament in 2010. Now, for the first time ever, the national team has advanced to the next round of the tournament. The energy was tangible on Thursday morning, with South Africans across the country beaming with pride. Jacaranda FM spent the morning celebrating with the rest of South Africa and created several special moments honouring Bafana Bafana.

South Africa’s national football team made history after beating South Korea 1-0 on Thursday, 25 June. Bafana Bafana secured the historic victory in Monterrey, Mexico. This is the first time South Africa has competed in the FIFA World Cup since hosting the tournament in 2010. Now, for the first time ever, the national team has advanced to the next round of the tournament. The energy was tangible on Thursday morning, with South Africans across the country beaming with pride. Jacaranda FM spent the morning celebrating with the rest of South Africa and created several special moments honouring Bafana Bafana.

A Cape Town primary school has reminded parents that, while it understands that school runs can be a race against time, pyjamas are not appropriate attire when dropping off or picking up children from school. The school sent out a notice urging parents and guardians to help maintain a respectful atmosphere by dressing appropriately before entering the school grounds. Breakfast with Martin Bester asked listeners to weigh in and share their opinions.

Khulio Electric founder Siyabonga Khumalo turned a struggling business into a successful South African electrical manufacturing company by taking a calculated risk.

In this week's Asking for a Friend, Anonymous wrote in and said they have a friend who always has drama in their life. Breakfast with Martin Bester asked listeners to weigh in and share their advice.

Bernice en die broers van Droomsindroom het Vrydag, 19 Junie, op Breakfast with Martin Bester oor hul nuwe enkelsnit gesels. Hulle het ook vertel hoe hulle aan die liedjie saamgewerk het en hoeveel hulle eintlik in gemeen het.

In celebration of Father’s Day 2026, Breakfast with Martin Bester opened the phone lines and invited listeners to tell their dads something they had never told them before. Let’s just say there were some wild and hilarious confessions!

The fifth instalment in the world-famous Shrek franchise has long been teased, and fans have finally been given their first look at ‘Shrek 5’. Universal Pictures released the official teaser trailer for the film, which is set to be released on 30 June 2027. The film franchise will return to the big screen for the first time in 17 years. ‘Shrek Forever After’ was the last film in the franchise and was released in 2010.

One accent that tends to make headlines whenever even the best of the best Hollywood actors try to tackle it is the South African accent. The most infamous examples are Leonardo DiCaprio in 'Blood Diamond' and Matt Damon as Francois Pienaar in 'Invictus'. Not every actor can be an accent expert, but does this one pass the test?

Every FIFA World Cup has at least one banger anthem. However, Breakfast with Martin Bester decided to take matters into their own hands and create this one-of-a-kind proudly South African version.

Olivia Rodrigo is experiencing a "Somebody pinch me!!!" moment unlike anything you could imagine. The 'Driver's License' singer is living her dream by teaming up with one of her biggest musical heroes. And one that truly surprised fans and critics alike...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is here, and the Breakfast with Martin Bester team is ready to show their support. While everyone is obviously backing Bafana Bafana, each person was assigned two participating teams. Who do you think has the strongest picks?

Beer glasses from bars, a colleague's food out of the fridge or nicking the hotel robe. These are just a few examples of theft that some people have no problem justifying. But if we're all being honest, it's still stealing.

Asking for a friend got very intimate this week. Anonymous asked how often couples should engage in a certain activity. Jacaranda FM listeners were not holding back and shared their bedroom secrets.

In 2024, Oli Fox and Scott Verrill decided to start a band called Good Neighbours. That same year, they released their debut single, 'Home', which went viral almost instantly. By November 2024, the song had over 300-million Spotify streams and is currently at 550-million. You can see them perform at Marks Park in Emmarentia on Sunday, 30 August 2026, alongside the soulful New Zealand artist TEEKS.