Tuesday, 18 August 2026

Digital sextortion relies on fear, shame and reputational harm; the criminal’s aim is pressure for quick payment, and AI has made these attacks bigger and more sophisticated.

The station’s 90th birthday was marked by repeated tributes calling SAFM a trusted source of news, analysis and public discourse across generations.

Messages from public figures and listeners credited SAFM with informing, educating and connecting South Africans through apartheid, state of emergency and democracy.

Several contributors linked SAFM’s legacy to strong journalism and national debate, saying it has shaped important conversations and should keep championing independent reporting.