5 Drive
Join Zanele Potelwa & Nick Archibald weekdays from 3 PM to 6 PM for groundbreaking, youth-driven content that can't be found anywhere else. Always a step ahead, the team provides stimulating, exciting, and engaging radio that appeals to educated, young-at-heart South Africans who are positive about their country. Along with Producer Masego, Nick (traffic), Jude (sport), and Yanga (news), 5Drive supplies your afternoon eargasms.
Episodes
ARE YOU STAYING ON THE PLANE OR NOT
DDTB - 2027 COMMRADES MARATHON UNDER THREAT
CELEBRITIES WITH THE SPIRIT OF MANDELA
TTC GONE KANJE ON THE ROADS
YOU ARE THE WINNER BY DEFAULT
DDTB TOP 5 SPORTING MOMENTS THIS PAST WEEKEND
Get ready to relive the ultimate adrenaline rush as the 5 Drive sports desk locks in the definitive countdown!
SHOULD BAFANA BAFANA'S BONUSES BE TAXED
When Bafana Bafana brings pride to the nation on the global stage, they also bring home some massive paydays—like the multimillion-rand bonuses promised for their historic runs. But as soon as the celebrations wind down, a massive national debate always sparks up: should our national sports heroes actually have their hard-earned bonuses taxed by SARS (South African Revenue Service)?
THERE ISN'T AN US ANYMORE
When Bafana Bafana brings pride to the nation on the global stage, they also bring home some massive paydays—like the multimillion-rand bonuses promised for their historic runs. But as soon as the celebrations wind down, a massive national debate always sparks up: should our national sports heroes actually have their hard-earned bonuses taxed by SARS (South African Revenue Service)?
PROFESSIONALS IN THE FAMILY THAT GET USED
Having a specialized degree or a technical trade is a massive achievement—until Sunday lunch rolls around and your relatives realize they can get your professional services for the grand price of absolutely free. In this highly relatable segment, the 5 Drive team tackles the universal struggle of the "family tax." Whether you are a doctor who constantly receives WhatsApp photos of questionab
RISING AGAINST HUNGER ON MANDELA MONTH
In this powerful and community-focused segment, the 5 Drive team highlights 5FM’s massive annual partnership with Rise Against Hunger Africa for Mandela Month, rallying the 5 Nation to turn compassion into physical, life-changing action.
COMMENTATORS ARE BACK ON THE 5DRIVE SHOOT OUT
The legendary 5 Drive Shoot-Out has always been a high-pressure, fast-paced trivia showdown, but the chaos officially steps up a gear when the backseat drivers return. In this highly entertaining segment, the "commentators"—whether it is the opinionated host crew, previous contestants, or highly animated listeners—are officially back on the sidelines to analyze, mock, and narrate every
SCANDALS FROM ROYAL FAMILIES
When you think your family drama is bad, just remember that royal families have been airing their highly scandalous, chaotic, and incredibly expensive laundry for centuries. The 5 Drive team dives deep into the glittering, dramatic, and often utterly bizarre world of global royalty. While we tend to think of kings, queens, princes, and princesses as the epitome of poise and proper behavior, histor
I WOULD SUCJ AT THIS REALITY TV SHOW
We all like to sit on the couch and judge reality TV contestants, but let’s be honest—most of us wouldn't last five minutes if the cameras started rolling.The crew breaks down the specific reality TV formats that would absolutely break them:
WE SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO BRING FOOD
Why are we forced to pay extortionate prices for basic snacks when we could just bring our own, far superior food from home? In this highly passionate and deeply relatable segment, the 5 Drive team takes a stand against one of the most frustrating rules in modern society: the strict "no outside food or drink allowed" policy. Whether you are heading to the cinema, stepping into a sports stadium, bo
CREDO V DANIELS ON WHO SAID THAT
Yanga shares her top stories.
HAVE YOU GUYS NEVER DONE IT
That mind-blowing moment you realize a fully grown adult has somehow gone their entire life without doing something completely basic that everyone else takes for granted.
TRUSTING OURSELVES WITH ABSOLUTE POWER
They say power corrupts, but honestly? Most of us can’t even be trusted with the aux cord, let alone actual, unchecked authority. In this hilarious segment, the 5 Drive crew tackles a deeply relatable question: if you were handed absolute power over something even something small could you actually trust yourself to act right? The team dives into the chaotic reality of human nature, sharing
THE VILJOEN GAME THAT COMES WITH 400K
In this highly entertaining and incredibly topical segment, the 5 Drive team weighs in on the massive social media storm surrounding disbarred South African lawyer and reality TV star Peet Viljoen (husband of Real Housewives of Pretoriastar Mel Viljoen).
CLEAN SWEEP ON BRAIN BUSTER
In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.
DDTB - 2027 MOTO GP LINE UP
The 5 Drive team tackles a massive "Don't Drop the Ball" (DDTB) breakdown of the newly announced, blockbuster rider transfers locked in for the 2027 MotoGP grid.
STR A KISS WITH A SHIFT
Ready to write a story together? Welcome back to Storytelling Relay (STR), where the 5 Drive crew sets up an intriguing premise and hands the reins over to the listeners to build an unpredictable masterpiece one line at a time.
GAMES WE HATED PLAYING WHEN WE WERE YOUNG
Childhood is supposed to be the golden era of fun and games, but let’s be honest—some of those playground classics were low-key stressful, if not outright traumatic. In this highly nostalgic segment, the 5 Drive team takes a trip down memory lane to vent about the games they absolutely hated playing as kids.
WE FOUND THE MEMORY STICK AND THIS IS WHAT IT HAS
In this hilarious segment, the 5 Drive crew goes full digital detective. After stumbling upon a lost memory stick, they decided to plug it in and expose its contents live on-air.
THE SCAMMING IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY
Everyone wants to make it big, but in the entertainment world, the line between an "exclusive opportunity" and a total hustle is dangerously thin.
FIRST WOMAN CHAMPION ON THE 5 DRIVE SHOOT OUT
History has officially been made on the airwaves, and the boys’ club has officially been dismantled! In this high-stakes episode, the 5 Drive team celebrates a massive milestone: crowning the first-ever female champion of the legendary 5 Drive Shoot-Out.
DDTB - SCOUTS AT WORLD CUP GAMES
In this fast-paced sports edition of Don't Drop the Ball (DDTB), the 5 Drive team dives deep into the high-stakes world of international football scouting during the World Cup.
THE BAD SERVICE THAT TURNED ME INTO KAREN
In this highly relatable segment, the 5 Drive crew confesses the exact moments they lost their cool and let their inner "Karen" take over.
A GOOD TIME TO SPEAK ON THE MOVIE IS
We all have that one friend who wants to give a play-by-play analysis of the film while it is actively playing. Absolute jail time. In this hilarious segment, the 5 Drive crew tackles one of the biggest social etiquette dilemmas of our time: when is it actually acceptable to talk during a movie?
TTC - BE THE ROAD THAT I NEED
Tuesday Traffic Challenge with Nick.
DDTB - DONALD TRUMP CALLS FIFA OUT
Whether you think Trump was just looking out for his team or that this is the ultimate proof that politics has completely taken over sports, this DDTB segment is a wild ride. Press play and get the crew's hilarious take on the biggest scandal of the tournament!
THE PRESSURE HEIGHTENS ON THE 5DRIVE SHOOT OUT
When the clock is ticking, your brain turns to mush, and thousands of people are listening—suddenly, the simplest questions feel like quantum physics. In this intense segment, the heat is officially turned up to the max on the 5 Drive Shoot-Out. With the stakes higher than ever and the leaderboard constantly shifting, the pressure of the ticking clock starts taking its toll.
DDTB - TOP 5 SPORTING MOMENTS
The 5 Drive team is back with another edition of DDTB and this time, they are tackling the world of sports. From jaw-dropping victories to historic underdog runs, the team counts down the top 5 absolute greatest sporting moments.
EXPOSE THEM ANONYMOUSLY TO THE STATE
In this hilarious and slightly devious segment, the 5 Drive team dives into the world of anonymous reporting and whistleblowing.
TOP 5 NEWS WORTHY MOMENTS
The team filters through the noise of the global and local news cycles to bring listeners the absolute weirdest, wildest, and most talked-about headlines of the moment.
INVESTINGATING WHO SHE KISSED AT THE DURBAN JULY
Relatable, scandalous, and hilarious post-event gossip. The team is on a mission to play detective and crack the case of a mystery Durban July kiss that has everyone talking.
NELSON MANDELA BOOKING A NAILS APPOINTMENTY
In this specific segment, the team delivers a brilliant prank call—attempting to book a nail salon appointment using a spot-on (and incredibly polite) impersonation of the late, great global icon Nelson Mandela.
HOW LONG IS TOO WHEN WE'RE KISSING
At what exact second does a romantic, passionate moment cross the line and become a slightly awkward, "are we still doing this?" endurance test? In this highly entertaining segment, the 5 Drive team tackles one of the most unspoken rules of romance: the duration of a kiss.
RISE AGAINST HUNGER WITH NICOLE MUCHABAIWA
In this inspiring and heartfelt segment, the 5 Drive team sits down with Nicole Muchabaiwa—an incredible young leader, the Vice President of the Representative Council of Learners (RCL) at Parktown High School for Girls, and a passionate advocate for social change.
DDTB SPRINGBOK TICKETS ARE TOO EXPENSIVE
WE LOST HER BUT WE'RE STILL LOOKING
GETTING TO KNOW TASTE CHAMPAGNE
In this segment, the 5 Drive team sits down to get up close and personal with 5FM’s very own Taste Champagne (Cweze Nompozolo)—the host bringing you those ultimate weekend late-night vibes on Taste the Weekend.
WHAT'S IN THE COMMENTS
RHYMING AFTER THE 5 DRIVE SHOOT OUT
DJ SPEEDSTA ANSWERS THE PHONE
I LIKE MY MEAT MEDIUM TO RARE
In South Africa, how you choose to have your meat cooked isn't just a dinner preference it’s a personality test and, quite frankly, a potential dating dealbreaker. In this hilarious segment, the 5 Drive team tackles the ultimate culinary debate: how do you actually like your steak?
TRYING TO LOCATE WHERE ZANELE IS
When one of your main squad members goes off the grid, the show cannot go on until you find out exactly where they are. In this clip from the 5 Drive team, the hunt is officially on. The team jumps on-air to track down Zanele's exact location, turning a simple missing-in-action moment into a hilarious, highly relatable rescue mission.
NINA HASTIE INTERVIEW PART 2
We are back with Part 2 of our exclusive sit-down with the phenomenal Nina Hastie. The 5 Drive team pushes the boundaries even further as Nina opens up about the comedy grind, life lessons, and some absolutely wild stories she didn't get to share in Part 1.
NINA HASTIE INTERVIEW PART 1
The absolutely brilliant, hilarious, and completely unfiltered Nina Hastie joins the 5 Drive team for Part 1 of an exclusive interview. We’re diving into everything from her latest comedy projects and behind-the-scenes stories to her thoughts on navigating life in the public eye.
THE WORLD CUP STORY
Do you remember where you were when the world turned its eyes to South Africa? We’re diving deep into The World Cup Story—the magic, the energy, and the moments that defined a nation. Join the 5 Drive team as we relive the highs of the tournament that changed everything. Whether you were in the stadiums or screaming at the screen from home, this one’s for you.
DDTB - BAFANA BAFANA COME BACK HOME
Bafana Bafana is heading home, and you know the 5 Drive crew has plenty to say about it. In this edition of DDTB, we weigh in on the team's latest performance, the fan reactions greeting them at the airport, and what needs to happen next on the pitch. Fast, opinionated, and inherently local
MY ALTERNATIVE USERNAME FOR WHATSAPP
If you could rebrand yourself, what would your WhatsApp handle actually be? We’re ditching the status quo and coming up with the most honest, hilarious, and “alternative” usernames for WhatsApp. Forget the boring display names—the 5 Drive crew is giving you the refresh you didn’t know you needed.
LISTEN TO MY WORD OF THE DAY
In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.
AN OPEN LINE TO THE LISTENERS AND IT WAS
Today, we handed the mic over to YOU, the listeners, with a completely open line—and let’s just say things got wild, unexpected, and absolutely hilarious.
SITHELO SHOZI MASKED SINGER JUDGE INTERVIEW
The incredibly stylish, vibrant, and sharp-witted Sithelo Shozi joins the 5 Drive team to dish all the tea on her role as a detective on The Masked Singer South Africa. We’re talking about the wildest guesses, the craziest costumes, and what it’s really like trying to crack the country’s biggest musical mystery alongside the rest of the panel.
SITHELO SHOZI PLAYS 5 DRIVE MASKED SINGER
The incredibly stylish, vibrant, and sharp-witted Sithelo Shozi joins the 5 Drive team to dish all the tea on her role as a detective on The Masked Singer South Africa. We’re talking about the wildest guesses, the craziest costumes, and what it’s really like trying to crack the country’s biggest musical mystery alongside the rest of the panel.
DDTB - RELE MOFOKENG LEAVES ORLANDO PIRATES
The news is officially out! On today’s edition of Don’t Drop the Ball (DDTB), the 5 Drive crew is reacting to Orlando Pirates confirming the blockbuster transfer of Relebohile Mofokeng to Belgian giants Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.
MIKE V JOINS US ON THE 5 DRIVE SHOOT OUT
Today on 5 Drive, we have a massive guest entering the arena. The one and only Mike V joins the crew to face off in the legendary 5 Drive Shoot-Out. Will he choke under pressure, or is he taking home the bragging rights?
CELEBRATING TWO YEARS OF 5 DRIVE
Two years of youth-driven content, wild challenges, huge laughs, and providing you with the ultimate afternoon eargasms! In this special clip, the 5 Drive crew looks back at the best moments, the biggest milestones, and the incredible journey it’s been since launching on the 5FM airwaves.
HOW THE MARCH IS AFFECTING THE PEOPLE
The recent demonstrations and mass gatherings have completely shaken up local hubs across the country. In this segment, the 5 Drive team takes a closer look at how the march is affecting the people on the ground.
DDTB T20 WOMAN'S WORLD CUP CUP SEMI FINALS
The Proteas Women (South Africa) faced a tough battle at The Oval in London, but were unfortunately eliminated in their semi-final match by the hosts, England, who won by 40 runs.
TTC SHABANG TRAFFIC
The 5 Drive crew rolls out another edition of the TTC (Tuesday Traffic Challenge), featuring the high-octane Shabang Traffic report.
TV SHOWS THAT MADE US FEEL SEEN
Today on 5 Drive, we are getting real and a little nostalgic about the TV shows, characters, and storylines that truly made us feel seen.
THE BRAIN BUSTER ABOUT MILES
In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.
THE TIMELINE THAT MAKES SENSE FOR US
Society loves to tell us exactly when we should graduate, buy a house, get married, or have kids—but we’re throwing out the rulebook. In this segment, the 5 Drive team is getting real about the timeline that makes sense for us.
ARE WE OWED AN EXPLANATION FOR THIS
Because someone seriously needs to explain this to us... The 5 Drive team gets completely real about a situation that has the entire studio demanding answers. Are we owed a formal explanation, or are we just overthinking it?
DDTB - TOP 5 SPORTING MOMENTS
From unforgettable, last-minute goals to historic underdog victories, the 5 Drive sports desk is locking in the definitive countdown! Today on Don't Drop the Ball (DDTB), Jude and the team are ranking the Top 5 Sporting Moments that completely dominated the headlines, broke the internet, and had the whole world talking.
5DRIVE SHOOTOUT AND GROUNDING MOMENTS
CHANGES SINCE YOU'VE BEEN GONE
Whether you’ve been away from the office on annual leave, taken a short break from social media, or just returned to your hometown after a few months, notice how things move fast? Today on 5 Drive, the crew is chatting about the ultimate reality check: changes since you’ve been gone.
PROMISE NOT TO DO THIS DANGEROUS TREND
The internet is back at it again with a viral craze that is doing way more harm than good. The 5 Drive team dives into the latest dangerous trend taking over timelines, sharing their honest reactions and hearing from listeners about the wildest things they've seen people do for views.
CARING MANAGER OR ONE THAT DOESN'T CHECK IN
Would you rather have a completely nonchalant boss who just wants the job done and leaves you alone, or a micromanager who genuinely cares about your well-being? The 5 Drive team unpacks the ultimate workplace tradeoff—including the managers who care so much they'll block your overtime to prevent burnout, even if it hurts your wallet.
EXPLORING HOW MEN DEAL WITH THEIR MENTAL HEALTH
Mental health doesn't have a gender, but the way we talk about it often feels worlds apart. The 5 Drive team opens up an honest, unfiltered conversation about how men navigate their mental well-being.
BEING A COUPLE IN FRONT OF GUESTS AND FRIENDS
What's the etiquette when it comes to relationship dynamics in public? The 5 Drive team dives into a highly relatable discussion about how couples behave in front of guests and friends.
INVESTIGATING WHO STOLE THE MEMORY STICK
An office mystery has officially unfolded in the studio, and it’s time to play detective. The 5 Drive team goes full investigator to figure out a burning question: who stole the memory stick? Hit play as the team piece together the clues, cross-examine the suspects, and call on listeners to help crack the case of the missing drive.
DDTB - SOUTH AFRICA MUST WIN TO QUALIFY
The pressure is on and the math is simple: South Africa faces a must-win scenario to keep their tournament hopes alive.
BAFANA BAFANA SOUTH KOREA BUILD UP
It is the ultimate make-or-break moment on the world's biggest sporting stage. The 5 Drive team sets the scene ahead of Bafana Bafana's historic, decisive World Cup group stage clash against South Korea. Hit play to catch the essential pre-match breakdowns, group permutations, tactical stakes, and the massive wave of local fan hype building up before kickoff.
DDTB - THE FIXTURES FOR THE WORLD CUP KNOCKOUT STAGE
The group stage drama is officially wrapped up, and the real tournament begins now. The 5 Drive team breaks down the newly locked-in fixtures for the World Cup knockout stage.
MAWANDE GIVES US HIS TAKE ON BAFANA'S GAME
The post-match reality check is here. The 5 Drive team gets the official breakdown from Mawande Mateza on Bafana Bafana's latest game, dissecting the key moments on the pitch, tactical decisions, and the road ahead.
COMPANIES MUST RESPOND TO ALL JOB APPLICANTS
Is there anything more frustrating than sending out job applications only to be met with total radio silence? The 5 Drive team dives into a massive debate about workplace etiquette and hiring culture: should companies be legally or morally obligated to respond to every single person who applies?
THE CAMPION RETURNS TO THE 5DRIVE SHOOTOUT
The reigning titleholder is back, and the stakes have never been higher in the studio. The 5 Drive team gears up for an epic showdown as the returning champion steps back up to the plate for the ultimate 5Drive Shootout challenge.
STORY BEGINS WITH HIM BEING A CRIMINAL
Today on 5 Drive, the crew is diving into a story that kicks off in the absolute wildest way possible. We're talking about that ultimate plot twist where the main character starts on the wrong side of the law.
