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Can SA Afford a Basic Income Grant?
While the state is trying to alleviate poverty by proposing the multi-billion-rand basic income grant scheme, the investment community believes it’s an unwise financial
VIDEO Elections Set for Postponement, Should a Full-Scale Hajj Have Happened?
Bosnia Massacre – Is EU Policy Driving Islamophobia?
This month marks 26 years since the brutal massacre of over 8 000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys in Srebrenica. The investigations to find
SA Unrest: What Really Lies Behind the Looting?
What is the real motive behind the last two weeks of looting in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng? According to research conducted by Stellenbosch University criminologist
Healed Bite Mark goes a Long Way for Paleontology
Tooth marks can go a long way in the field of paleontology. In a rare finding the Permian Gorgonopsian that roamed Africa 250 million
Can SA Afford a Basic Income Grant?
While the state is trying to alleviate poverty by proposing the multi-billion-rand basic income grant scheme, the investment community believes it’s an unwise financial
VIDEO Elections Set for Postponement, Should a Full-Scale Hajj Have Happened?
Bosnia Massacre – Is EU Policy Driving Islamophobia?
This month marks 26 years since the brutal massacre of over 8 000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys in Srebrenica. The investigations to find
SA Unrest: What Really Lies Behind the Looting?
What is the real motive behind the last two weeks of looting in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng? According to research conducted by Stellenbosch University criminologist
Ramaphosa Among World Leaders Targetted in Pegasus Spying
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s name was one of the 14 heads of states that were targeted to be spied on using the Israeli spyware, Pegasus.
Africa Report: Somalia Under US Strikes, Egypt’s First Hijabi Referee
– Mali’s interim president survives a knife attack – Chinese, Mauritanian workers kidnapped in Mali – Further US airstrikes on Somalia – the first
VIDEO Arafat Sermon 1442
PICTURES Holy Kaaba Draped in New Cloth
The Kaaba cloth (Kiswa) was replaced as part of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. The changing of the Kaaba cloth occurs on the second day
VIDEO Downscaled Hajj 1442 Underway
Around 60,000 fully vaccinated pilgrims started arriving in Mecca on Saturday, for a downsized Hajj. Under strict supervision, this year’s Hajj season will be
VIDEO Pilgrims Prepare for Most Sacred of Pillars
Worshipers began arriving in the holy city of Mecca on Saturday for the second Hajj during the coronavirus pandemic, amid strict precautions. Footage shows
Arafat Day: A Time for Contemplation
Hajj, one of Islam’s five pillars and a sacred pilgrimage all Muslims are encouraged to partake in at least once in their lifetime if
SA Media Muzzled?
Journalists have voiced their frustration at the government’s handling of press briefings this week. The sessions were meant to provide details of measures to
South Africans Skeptical About October Polls
Retired Deputy Chief Justice Dikgang Moseneke continues his assessments of the viability of holding elections this year. Research by the University of Johannesburg and
ANC Wants SABC for Social Housing
The African National Congress(ANC) has held a picket outside the SABC building in Rocklands, Sea Point. The picketers are calling for the building which
VIDEO JHB, KZN Gripped by Unrest; Taxi Violence Claims Lives
VIDEO Arafat Sermon 1442
VIDEO Downscaled Hajj 1442 Underway
Around 60,000 fully vaccinated pilgrims started arriving in Mecca on Saturday, for a downsized Hajj. Under strict supervision, this year’s Hajj season will be
VIDEO Pilgrims Prepare for Most Sacred of Pillars
Worshipers began arriving in the holy city of Mecca on Saturday for the second Hajj during the coronavirus pandemic, amid strict precautions. Footage shows
Arafat Day: A Time for Contemplation
Hajj, one of Islam’s five pillars and a sacred pilgrimage all Muslims are encouraged to partake in at least once in their lifetime if
VIDEO Jumuah Lecture: Trials & Tests
As mosques are under lockdown, watch the live Jumuah Naseegha brought to you by Radio 786. SPONSOR: Sustain. Sacrifice. Share. Sponsor your Qurbani
Muslim Community Devastated by Covid-19
The number of Covid-19 cases in Gauteng – and in particular – its mostly Muslim suburbs, has caused much concern. But while the infection
The 13-year battle comes to an end, Knysna Masjied stands tall
After two legal battles and a dream that dates back as far as 2007, the Souther Cape Town community of Knysna finally has its
The importance of good communication for strong relationships
In this episode of Love Matters, we discuss the importance of good communication. The hard-earned skill that relationships are built on. In this lesson,
What is Love, Actually? | Tazkiyah for Youth Part 2
What do we mean by ‘love’. Is it a feeling? An action? Or is it simply a word? In part 2 of our series,
The Myth Of The Perfect Relationship Pt.2
We continue our discussion on the social construct of the perfect relationship, and how we measure others against the often strict criteria of the
The many definitions of patience | Tazkiyah for Youth Part 1
What is patience? How do we define it? What is love…actual love? Can we measure faith or contentment? In this latest series in partnership
The myth of the perfect relationship
Have all those ‘happily ever after’ stories warped our understanding of love and relationships? We sometimes look to the relationship of our parents or
Homosexuality and the Quranic worldview Pt. 3
This is a continuation of the discussion on Homosexuality in Islam, from the Quranic and medical perspective. Joining Zainab on the red couch is
In Your Heart or On Your Body | Western Islam Dissected Pt.2
Rejoining Zainab on the Red Couch, Sheikh Ishmaeel Abrahams continues in the discussion around Liberal / Western Islam. Zainab recounts how she was taught
Liberalism and progressivism in Islam | Western Islam Dissected Pt.1
“Oh you who believe, enter into Islam completely and do not follow the footsteps of Shaytaan. Indeed, he is to you a clear enemy.”
Homosexuality And The Quranic Worldview Pt. 2
Joining Zainab on the red couch is Dr Yusuf Noor. He offers us a medical analysis of homosexuality. Can science answer the questions people
Healed Bite Mark goes a Long Way for Paleontology
Tooth marks can go a long way in the field of paleontology. In a rare finding the Permian Gorgonopsian that roamed Africa 250 million
Can SA Afford a Basic Income Grant?
While the state is trying to alleviate poverty by proposing the multi-billion-rand basic income grant scheme, the investment community believes it’s an unwise financial
Palestinian Poet Ali Mawassi Speaks
Palestinian voices will once again be elevated internationally as they take part in a virtual festival called “Long Night of the Poets”. The virtual
Cape Residents Forced to Live in Flooded Shacks
Aid organisation Gift of the Givers has once again stepped in to assist flood affected areas. For more than a week parts of the
Triple Price Hike Hits Cape Town Residents
As of July 1, and in the midst of winter Cape Town residents will be paying 13% more for electricity. It comes following a
Social Workers Now Assist with Financial Advice
A Stellenbosch University study has found that social workers not only offer help in terms of social well-being and counselling but also provide an
Is the Delta Variant Really All That Bad?
Should South Africans be concerned about Covid-19 variant mutations? Some health experts are of the view that the recently detected Delta variant does not
Doula Care – What We Actually Do
What is a Doula? Their roles, functions and training? If you’re looking for a career in helping new mothers and new babies find their
June 16 – Why Do we Commemorate it?
June 16th is commemorated annually, but do we know the significance of this date? Professor Aslam Fataar, a distinguished academic, author and activist, and
City Proposes Two Options: Homeless or Jailed?
The City of Cape Town has proposed even stricter contingencies against people who are experiencing homelessness. The amended proposed by-laws come as a shocking
How students and parents navigated through 2020 together
2020 was an especially difficult time for parents, students and teachers alike. In this feature, we talk about how first-year students had to navigate
Swimming with sharks and working with turtles – a career in nature conservation
The PODSquad crew speaks all things honey, bees, sea birds and SHARKS! What does it mean to go into the field of nature conservation?
Film Review: The Cradock Four
It has been 35 years since the cold-blooded murder of the Cradock Four. The activists Matthew Goniwe, Fort Calata, Sparrow Mkhonto, and Sicelo Mhlauli
The 13-year battle comes to an end, Knysna Masjied stands tall
After two legal battles and a dream that dates back as far as 2007, the Souther Cape Town community of Knysna finally has its
Farmworker turned activist and now public Administration Graduate
Billy Claasen – a farmworker activist has finally achieved his degree in Public Administration. The father of three who had failed Grade 10 some
Protect yourself from being trapped in danger
In this episode of Crime Spot, we discuss everything surrounding Safety Awareness wit Rafique Phoplonker, the Chairperson of the Lansdowne CPF. He joins Jamila
ECD Workers Demand Access to Vaccines
The Early Childhood Development (ECD) centre has reacted with shock to a circular issued by the Health Department, that stipulates only ECD practitioners and
More Vaccines for SA – but with Conditions
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (Sahpra) has approved the Sinovac-CoronaVac vaccine for use in South Africa. The Chinese-produced vaccine is a two-dose
Northern Cape Past Covid-19 Third Wave Peak
Indications are that the Northern Cape has already passed its peak of the Covid-19 third wave. According to the Health Department’s Deputy Director-General Dr
Is the Delta Variant Really All That Bad?
Should South Africans be concerned about Covid-19 variant mutations? Some health experts are of the view that the recently detected Delta variant does not
Vaccine Specialist: Covid-19 Here to Stay
Could South Africa’s Covid-19 vaccine rollout programme have prevented the third wave of Covid-19 infections from reaching such a dire point? Experts believe the
SA Dogs Trained to Sniff Covid-19
Dogs are being trained in South Africa to identify people with Covid-19. At least five canines are part of this project which is a
Muslim Community Devastated by Covid-19
The number of Covid-19 cases in Gauteng – and in particular – its mostly Muslim suburbs, has caused much concern. But while the infection
Doula Care – What We Actually Do
What is a Doula? Their roles, functions and training? If you’re looking for a career in helping new mothers and new babies find their
Boxing: Punching All Those Bad Thoughts Away
Keeping fit, healthy and happy through the sport of boxing. This intense cardio sport can increase your happy hormones, help you lose weight and
Why hasn’t Khayelitsha seen a clear rise in Covid-19 cases?
Areas that had previously been identified as Covid-19 hotspots may now show lower infection rates. This has been the case in sprawling townships, such
Logistical processes imperative for vaccine rollout to avoid collapse
There is concern about South Africa failing to secure vaccines timeously. The likes of Cosatu believe the government was napping on the job. It
Reflecting on 2020 : dealing with the trauma of Covid-19
On the FYI show, we do some reflection on the year that has passed. 2020 was riddled with trials and difficulties that left many
Covid-19: Vaccines and Response to the 2nd wave
We are in 2021 under Level 3 of the national lockdown. South Africa has confirmed its position in gaining a vaccine, at the COVAX
How does your head feel after this year? Looking at mental impact of 2020
South Africans find themselves back in Lockdown Level 3. And although 2021 approaches, we find ourselves in a situation of ‘new year, same old
The so-called Covid-19 cure – Ivermectin & its dangers
The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (Saphra) has cautioned the public against so-called Covid-19 miracle cures. The regulatory authority identified Ivermectin as one
It’s too early to predict when the second wave’s peak will hit
The health system in the City of Cape Town is already being stretched by the new Covid-19 infections. The Western Cape Health Department Head
Boxing: Punching All Those Bad Thoughts Away
Keeping fit, healthy and happy through the sport of boxing. This intense cardio sport can increase your happy hormones, help you lose weight and
Football legend Diego Maradona passes at age 60
Football legend Diego Maradona has passed away at the age of 60. He recently underwent surgery to remove a blood clot from his brain
WATCH: Jon Rahm skips ball over pond into hole-in-one
Spanish golfer, Jon Rahm bagged a hole-in-one at Augusta National for a second day in a row. On the first day, there were no
Calls for blind football to be one of UCT’s official sporting codes
In a bid to strengthen inclusion in society and sports, the ParaSportsClub at UCT has their eye set on having blind football as an
Assisting Community Sports Clubs at No Cost
The Sports Desk team invited Millenium Fundraising into the studio to discuss their initiative. Millennium Fundraising is a community-based company aimed at assisting community
Nizaam Carr Back on Home Soil
After focusing on his trade in the UK, Nizaam Carr is back on home soil! He talks about his humble beginnings, greatest achievements and
Springbok Head Physio | Rene Naylor
The Radio 786 Sports Desk welcomes Springbok head Physio, Rene Naylor to the studio. She discussed the dynamics of often being the only women
SA Sports Needs Fundamental Shifts for Real Transformation.
Sports science lecturer at Stellenbosch University Dr Francois Cleophas speaks to Radio 786.
Gyms Must Open
Gym employees and fitness enthusiasts are calling for the reopening of gyms.Speaking with the Daily Download team, FIT SA Spokesperson Grant Austin speaks of
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Africa Report: Somalia Under US Strikes, Egypt’s First Hijabi Referee
More Vaccines for SA – but with Conditions
Zuma: Recission Application a Disguised Appeal
Ethiopia: Tigray Celebrates as Opposition Retakes City
Zuma Can’t Dodge Imprisonment
US Muzzles Resistance Press
June 16 – Why Do we Commemorate it?
Celebrating Media of Resistance
Anniversary of the death of Qassem Soleimani
Film Review: The Cradock Four
