By: Natasha Archary Patrick Shai's apparent suicide has highlighted mental health in men. On Saturday, news that the actor who starred in The River had hung himself broke. His body was discovered by his wife Masechaba Shai on Saturday morning. Many believe that Shai chose to end his life due to toxic 'cancel culture', and cyberbullying following his video rant threatening Cassper Nyovest. However, his family and close friends […]
Kaya 959 Reporter Suicides have been on a dramatic rise in Gauteng, and are said to be much higher than the 90% increase that has been reported. South African Depression and Anxiety Group are saying they are receiving over 2 500 calls a day, with 1 in every 5 calls being suicide calls. During the COVID 19 lockdown period they used to have 600 calls a day. Gauteng recorded 1 […]
By: Poelano Malema Nozuko Ntshangase has never shied away from talking about her mental health issues. The ‘Diep City’ actress has yet again opened up about the times she attempted suicide. Speaking on her YouTube channel, the 26-year-old says she suffered from depression in her adolescent years. Her first suicide attempt happened at age 16. She says she took allergex pills. When that attempt failed, a year later, she tried […]
Kaya News Reporter Sandton City has confirmed that an individual jumped to their death at the mail on Wednesday evening. According to a statement by the mall, the incident occurred at 20h26 and an investigation is underway. Emergency services were present at the scene but the person was pronounced dead. Sandton City confirms that on 13 October 2021, at approximately 20:26 an individual jumped to their death. Emergency services […]
By: Poelano Malema 10 September marks World Suicide Prevention Day. According to the World Health Organisation, more than 700,000 people die due to suicide every year. The organisation also reports that for every suicide, there are many more people who attempt suicide. With help, suicide does not have to be an option for anyone. We spoke to Dr P Mothapo, a Clinical Psychologist at Life Carstenview, about how you can […]
By: Poelano Malema Depression is a big problem in society and there are many reasons that can cause one to suffer from it. Sadly, in some instances, it causes the victim to take his or her own life. Nthabiseng Ngoepe, an attorney by profession and the author of ‘The Mending of a Broken Vessel’, says in her case it was due to rejection, betrayal, and the loss of her income […]
#JusticeForLufuno has been trending this afternoon after a Limpopo schoolgirl became the latest victim of bullying. Bullying makes you question everything about yourself, why me? What's wrong with me? It slowly eats at your sanity, never mind what happens to your emotions because those are in shambles from day one. ?May her soul rest in peace #JusticeForLufuno pic.twitter.com/r3cY7aBA7F — ?Irene???? (@msg_irene) April 13, 2021 Lufuno Mavhunga, had been bullied for […]
By: Jason Bantjes, Stellenbosch University Shutterstock An estimated 800,000 people die by suicide globally each year. It’s the second most common cause of death in people aged 15 to 29. University students around the globe are more at risk of suicidal behaviour than the general population. It’s important to understand the reasons so that effective interventions can be planned to prevent suffering and death. An international group of experts, […]
Every "Hive" needs a Queen B and Bonolo "Bee Sting" Molosiwa is Kaya 959's honey who brings in the money. With her bubbly personality, infectious laugh, Bee Sting radiates positive energy which is all you need to get your weekend off to the best start. Don't miss the Afrobeat Dancehall Ragga (ADR) Top 10 on The Hive with Bee Sting every Saturday from 18h00 - 21h00.
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Tune and Chill with Tyroline Franks on Kaya 959. Weekends, Saturday and Sunday, 15pm-18pm.
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On the Beat with George Manyosi on Kaya 959. Saturday's, 18pm-21pm.
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Kaya 959 takes back Sundays with A Touch of Soul, the only show bringing you soul and RnB music that touches your mind, body and spirit. The Best T in the City, T-bose takes you back to a time when music was made to last. A Touch of Soul is the perfect wind-down to your weekend. Sundays 14h00 to 18h00.
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The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane. Sunday's 12:00-15:00.
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WITH XOLA DLWATI: SATURDAYS 12:00 -15:00 Spade of Hearts is a fuse of love and soulful sounds, pulling at your heartstrings. Tune in for songs that will take you down memory lane. It is the sound that once dominated your playlist. It airs Sundays 12:00 – 15:00.
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