Kaya 959 Midday-Joy

Midday-Joy

Midday Joy is an intersection for the dynamic forces of lifestyle, arts and culture, travel, personal development and the best selection of soul, jazz, kwaito and hip hop from the continent and the diaspora punctuated by meaningful, fun and forward-thinking conversations.

As a reflection of the station’s commitment to the African continent and leading new trends in broadcasting, the show will facilitate an intergenerational exchange between Afropolitans aged 25 to 45 years.
Daily English Explicit South Africa Arts · Fashion & Beauty
194 Episodes
20 – 40

The Legacy of the Spiki-wiki-wiki Bassline

Mandla Spikiri has been at the heart of South African popular music of all genre’s since the early ‘90’s. Unathi invited him onto the show to chat about the legendary basslines for all the songs that he has produced for himself, his group Trompies and for countless other artists, which…
20 Aug 2021 8AM 8 min

Midday Joy with Unathi and the Modiselle Sisters

As part of our ongoing celebration of women, Unathi invited the dynamic Modiselle Sisters, Refilwe and Candice Modiselle and Bontle Moloi to co-host Midday Joy with her. If you missed the live show, listen in as the sisters spread their infectious energy and share some of their industry experiences, family…
18 Aug 2021 10AM 24 min

THATO MOLAMU SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY IN THE CREATIVE SECTOR

At a time when the Film and Television Industry suffers the devastation of the COVID-19 pandemic and the consequential increase in demand for local productions, Unathi spoke to acclaimed Actor, Entrepreneur Leadership in Motion Academy Managing Director, Thato Molamu about a fully paid scholarship in digital content creation available for…
13 Jul 2021 4AM 7 min

Interesting Joburgers: Gareth Jacobs

In today's Interesting Joburgers conversation Unathi caught up with Gareth Jacobs who shared his inspirational journey from addiction and destitution to living a meaningful and fulfilling life. Take a listen.
29 Jun 2021 10AM 10 min

A Friday hangout with Warren Masemola

Warren Masemola better known by his friends and family as Shona, joins Unathi on Midday Joy. Warren talks about his masterclass and how being a dad changed his perspective on priorities.
25 Jun 2021 9AM 23 min

Interesting Joburgers: Vusi “Mavreka” Hlabangwana

At some point or another you have come across a video of a gentlemen with a grey beard dancing on a treadmill, that man is Vusi “Mavreka” Hlabangwana aka “Blackvreka”. From a being a driver transporting school children and working parttime in the retail sector, Vusi Hlabangwana went on to…
22 Jun 2021 9AM 7 min

Young Black Women Rocking The World: Candice Modiselle

The effervescent and inspirational young dancer, choreographer, actor and presenter Candice Modiselle joined Unathi in studio for a refreshing conversation about remaining true to one’s self and putting in the work instead of focusing on the fame. When Unathi asked her about the privilege of being employed in a country…
15 Jun 2021 9AM 17 min

Young Black Women Rocking The World: Buhle Samuel

South African Actress, Television Presenter and Dancer, Buhle Samuels joined Unathi for a conversation about making a living from one’s talents and passion and ensuring that one is always on top of the business side of show-business.
15 Jun 2021 9AM 9 min

Uncle Ronnie Kasrils Shares some wisdom.

On the eve of the debut of the play based on his book, "The Unlikely Secret Agent: The Eleanor Kasrils Story” Unathi spoke to Uncle Ronnie Kasrils about his joy and excitement for the staging of the play. He also shares some life lessons from his days as a youth…
1 Jun 2021 9AM 12 min

SHINE YOUR LIGHT - MASTER KG

SA’s biggest DJ and Bolobedu House maestro, MASTER KG joined Unathi in studio for an exclusive chat about his latest single “Shine Your Light” featuring Akon and David Guetta. He also shared a little bit with Unathi about how and where he got started and what brings him Joy!
28 May 2021 9AM 10 min

Learn to Ski at the Ski-Deck in Ferndale

with Ski season around the corner, Unathi spoke to Lee Campbell Ski Instructor and Owner of The Ski-Deck in Ferndale Randburg about learning to ski and the fabulous ski themed children's parties one could host at the facility.
19 May 2021 8AM 6 min

MAFIKIZOLO ON MIDDAY JOY

Over the years supergroup Mafikizolo have carved out and indelible spot for themselves in our hearts and on our airwaves. Nhlanhla and Theo joined Unathi in studio for a walk down memory lane to the streets where the group was formed, some of their most memorable performances and to launch…
6 May 2021 9AM 11 min

Public Protector steps in to Mediate between Protesting Artists and NAC

On Day 58 of their sit in protest, Brenda Sisane spoke to Artist turned activist Sibongile Mngoma to get an update from the Artists Protesting maladministration at the NAC. Brenda also asked her about the importance of having women as leaders of initiatives like this and Sibongile shed some insights…
29 Apr 2021 9AM 8 min

Travel Feature : Eastern Cape Parks & Tourism Attractions

Unathi had a conversation with the MEC for Finance, Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism, Mr Vuyani Dayimani about what the picturesque province has to offer visitors and how the Eastern Cape Tourism sector is turning around the affects of COVID19 Lockdown. As the tourism sector tries to rebuild from…
28 Apr 2021 8AM 6 min

Can Children Change The World?

This motivational Monday, Unathi spoke to SuperMash, South Africa’s first black child fictional superhero. Born Prince Mashawana, Supermash’s Superpowers are Confidence, Love and Kindness and his mission as a superhero is to encourage young kids to see themselves as heroes.
19 Apr 2021 7AM 5 min

UNATHI CHATS TO BOITY

Listen to the conversation between Unathi and Boity as she shares that she used to suffer from 'imposter syndrome' and how she is coping with juggling her different interests in business and entertainment.
14 Apr 2021 9AM 10 min

SPEAKING SIGN LANGUAGE WITH ANDISWA GEBASHE

27 years into South Africa’s democracy 2 million of it’s citizens are still fighting for a basic human right. Unathi sat down with CODA [Child of Deaf a Adult] and Sign Language Interpreter Andiswa Gebashe on Midday Joy for a conversation on the fact that her home language, South African…
6 Apr 2021 9AM 9 min
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