RC 260927702Kenny Maistry
Sunday, 27 September 2026
A soulful Sunday was overshadowed by deadly tavern shootings, while listeners turned the music towards safety, faith and reflection on violence in South Africa.
- 12:00
Seventeen people were killed and 15 wounded when eight gunmen allegedly opened fire at a tavern in Wedela, Carltonville; police recovered evidence and launched a manhunt.
- 12:02
Three Western Cape shootings left at least 16 people dead, prompting the SACP to call for emergency action and renewed focus on illegal firearms and organised crime.
- 13:02
Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi visited the Carltonville scene, said the army had been brought in, and assured residents government understood their fear and frustration.
- 13:04
The SIU secured R42.4 million in assets linked to alleged corruption at Tembisa Hospital; former official Zachary Chisale repaid R13.5 million under an agreement.
- 11:40
Listeners repeatedly dedicated songs to protecting women and children, ending violence and sustaining faith, giving the music-led programme a strong commemorative and socially conscious tone.