5 Nights
5 Nights with Karabo Ntshweng delivers an energetic weeknight show blending youth lifestyle, art, fashion, cool research findings, and unbeatable music.
Episodes
5N War-Room_ Deadline for Consent_
She agreed to wait until after matric, but now that the date is approaching, she is no longer sure she is ready. Her boyfriend says an agreement is an agreement. Is changing your mind breaking a promise—or simply exercising your right to consent?
5N HerStory Uncovered_ Leading Beyond the Spotlight
Nicole Haynes is the woman behind the scenes helping take South African orchestral excellence to the world. From managing tours to coordinating major productions, she proves that leadership does not always need the spotlight.
5N WTF - Groceries or millions
Jodell’s aunt chose groceries over the lottery… and missed out on millions.
5N HerStory Uncovered_ SAI HLE Sisters Making Their Mark
Johannesburg sister duo SAI HLE, Amahle and Siphosethu, are blending amapiano, afro house, soul and African pop into a sound all their own. After performing with Sun-El Musician at Red Bull Symphonic 2026, the duo are building a growing global following of loyal KINS.
5N WAR ROOM - GET A JOB
She works, pays her bills and helps her family, but her unemployed sister keeps telling her she should be earning more. After being told she was not doing enough for the family, she finally snapped: “If you think I’m not earning enough, get a job and contribute.” Now the sisters are barely speaking, and she is wondering — was she wrong to say it, or was her s
5N War-Room: I Secretly Applied and Got the Job
My colleague told me he was applying for a team leader role, but I applied without telling him — and got the job. Now he reports to me and barely speaks to me. Was I wrong for keeping my application a secret?
5N HerStory Uncovered: Meet Presenter Kuhle Adams
Kuhle Adams is a SAFTA-nominated South African television presenter and live-event host with over a decade of experience. She is known for her confident, warm and engaging style, having hosted major platforms including the SAFTA Craft Awards, SAMA red carpets and The Expresso Show.
5N WTF - Kids & Their First Phones
From the Samsung E250 to the latest iPhone, kids’ relationship with phones has changed dramatically. But why are children putting so much pressure on their parents for the latest devices? I went to a high school in Pretoria to find out what kids really think.
5N HerStory Uncovered_ From Family Kitchen to Food Empire
Neo Nontso turned her love for cooking into a thriving digital food brand. From sharing recipes online to launching her own spice range and cookbook, she has built a name as one of South Africa’s rising food personalities.
5N War-Room_ Love Or Hygiene_
She still loves her boyfriend, but after a year of asking him to improve his hygiene, nothing has changed. He rarely brushes his teeth, constantly smells of sweat and keeps his home extremely messy. Now she is questioning whether love is enough — or if it is finally time to walk away.
5N WTF - A Dream Wedding
Emma, 10, was given days to live after being diagnosed with incurable leukaemia. Her family rushed to make her biggest dream come true — marrying her childhood sweetheart, Daniel, in a garden wedding surrounded by 100 loved ones. Emma died just 12 days later.
5N Real Ones_ Hope On The Cape Flats
The Pathfinder Girls Programme is giving 52 Cape Flats schoolgirls a chance to thrive despite poverty, trauma and gang violence. Through tutoring, life skills, mental health support and mentorship, the programme is helping young women build confidence, improve their grades and discover their potential.
5N On The Radar- Women who date barbers ARE six times happier
The internet claims women who date barbers are six times happier — but is there actually something about barbers that makes them better partners? From communication and listening to confidence and grooming, we put the theory to the test.
5N War-Room_ Baby daddy feud resurfaces
A woman took her baby daddy to court after he repeatedly threatened to stop paying their son’s school fees during arguments. They later reconciled, but a year later, he told her he was still embarrassed and disgusted by her decision. Despite her apology, he has stopped speaking to her for a week, leaving her unsure what to do next.
5N WTF - MTV VMAs Drop Best Afrobeats Category
Three years after introducing Best Afrobeats, the MTV VMAs have dropped the category — following Tyla’s back-to-back wins.
5N On The Radar- Are your children really safe online?
A 16-year-old has been arrested over allegations involving child sexual abuse material and a violent online network. So, how can parents keep teenagers safe online? Cyber wellness expert Rianette shares practical tips for parents and caregivers.
5N HerStory Uncovered_ Rising voice in African R&B
Nanette is a Durban-born R&B singer, songwriter and producer blending R&B, hip-hop and amapiano. Since her 2022 debut Bad Weather, she has earned a SAMA nomination and collaborated with artists including Kelvin Momo, Nasty C and Blxckie. Her 2025 EP Painfully Happy surpassed two million streams.
5N WAR ROOM - WHO GETS 1ST SALARY
5N WTF NSFAS
More than 40,000 students may have received NSFAS funding they were not eligible for, with up to R5.1 billion potentially involved. The Public Protector is investigating alleged financial irregularities, poor administration and possible fraud across 76 tertiary institutions.
5N WAR ROOM - Stay-at-home wife_ Smart choice or risky move
She chose family life over financial independence. Is she living her dream, or putting herself at risk?
5N HerStory Uncovered_ From Broadcasting to Strategic Communications
Iviwe Poti shares her journey from live broadcasting to leading strategic communications in the automotive industry.
5N WTF - Hayden Panettiere dies at 36
Actress Hayden Panettiere, known for Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36.
5N War-Room_ Who Gets to Decide
She carried their baby, but refused their request for an abortion. Now that the baby is born, who had the right to choose?
5N WTF - The SAMAs - Then vs Now
From MTN-backed glamour and stability to sponsorship struggles and uncertainty — what changed when MTN pulled out of the SAMAs?
5n HerStory Uncovered_ Puni Modiboa - Championing African creative excellence
Puni Modiboa, License Holder of the Africa Choice Awards in South Africa, Executive Producer and Managing Director of Mmina Tshipi Integrated Marketing Communication, is driving the awards as a Pan-African celebration of entertainment, media and creative excellence
5N War-Room_ Love or survival
He wants to leave his abusive husband, but financial dependence and their child keep him trapped.
5N WTF - Diabetes_ SA’s biggest killer
Diabetes topped South Africa’s leading natural causes of death in 2023. But how much is our everyday diet contributing? We ask a dietician.
5N HerStory Uncovered_ Amanda Moropa_ PR powerhouse
Amanda Moropa, founder of Moleb Media, brings over a decade of PR and communications experience, with work spanning corporate, lifestyle, public-sector and major G20 and B20 summits.
5N War-Room_ Drinking On Duty
An officer says a colleague drinks one or two beers every day while on duty — yet remains one of the best officers they know. Would you expose him?
5N WTF - R3bn private Afrikaans university
A new R3 billion private Afrikaans university is being built in Mooiplaats, with construction underway since January 2026. Akademia could also become one of SA’s first recognised private universities.
5N HerStory Uncovered_ Dr Criselda Kananda
Beyond the success: the struggles, breakthroughs and moments that shaped her journey.
5N WAR ROOM - Move In Before Marriage
They have been together for years, but now they are divided over one major relationship milestone: moving in together. He sees it as the natural next step, while she believes sharing a home should only happen after marriage. So, who is being reasonable — or is one of them asking for too much?
5N WTF - Limpopo Boy Video Leak
An intimate video allegedly involving Limpopo Boy has surfaced online, with his management saying it was stolen and shared without his consent.
5N WAR ROOM - END THE FRIENDSHIP
If your friend cheated on their partner, is it grounds to end the friendship or support them during the break-up and the terrible decision they made Yemi and Zoe are at cross roads because Yemi cheated on her fiancé and now Zoe wants to end their friendship but Yemi thinks she’s being unreasonable
5N HERSTORY UNCOVERED - DJ ZINHLE
All month we interview powerhouses in the industry. From the mom who has a powerful story of overcoming to the biggest names in the industry who have defied all odds and broken barriers.
5N WTF - THE GRIM REAPER
UK Man Dressed as 'Grim Reaper' Arrested After Hospital Rooftop Stunt
5N WTF
A 67-year-old Colombian woman named Miryam, living in Armenia, Colombia, built a profitable business by gathering and selling neighbourhood gossip. She systematically tracks local residents' schedules, visitors, and events in structured notebooks and operates a tiered pricing model where routine community updates are sold at lower rates, while sensitive topics such as family conflicts or infidelit
5N HERSTORY UNCOVERED - CELESTE NTULI
Every woman has a story.A story of courage. Of resilience. Of sacrifice. Of becoming.Behind every achievement is a journey few get to see. The setbacks. The lessons.The moments that changed everything. This Women's Month, we're going beyond the titles...Beyond the accolades...Beyond what the world already knows. Welcome to HerStory Uncovered.Today's guest: Celeste Ntuli
5N WAR ROOM
Thabang has worked at his company for three years. Lately, several of his colleagues have been asking him how much he earns. At first, he politely avoided the question, saying he wasn't comfortable discussing his salary. However, they kept bringing it up, insisting that employees should be open about their pay to make sure everyone is being treated fairly. Thabang believes everyone has the ri
5N WAR ROOM
Sandile has been in a committed relationship with his partner for five years. A few months ago, he discovered that his partner had been unfaithful. After admitting to the affair, his partner ended all contact with the other person, took full responsibility, and has been doing everything possible to rebuild Sandile's trust. Some of Sandile's friends believe that everyone deserves a second chance if
5N WTF
National field hockey player and two-time Olympian Onthatile "Thati" Zulu, spoke out on how hockey is a sport that does not get as much support. She took to social media regarding the severe financial strain and funding shortages facing national athletes in South Africa. Her statement sparked widespread public outcry over the disparity in sports funding ahead of the 2026 FIH Hockey
5N HERSTORY UNCOVERED - ZAMA AND LANDZY
If you’ve been blasting the absolute massive breakout hit 'Home' all year, you already know today's guests! UK indie-pop duo Good Neighbours are bringing their infectious energy, feel-good anthems, and euphoric live sound to South Africa as they hit the stage at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town on Thursday, August 27th.Jodell got to sit down with Oli and Scott to talk all about their
5N ON THE RADAR - GOOD NEIGHBOURS
If you’ve been blasting the absolute massive breakout hit 'Home' all year, you already know today's guests! UK indie-pop duo Good Neighbours are bringing their infectious energy, feel-good anthems, and euphoric live sound to South Africa as they hit the stage at the Grand Arena, GrandWest in Cape Town on Thursday, August 27th.Jodell got to sit down with Oli and Scott to talk all about their
5N WTF - A$AP ROCKY SAYS NAH
WTF Was That - ASAP Rocky rescinds offer after artist posts DM from him A$AP Rocky reached out via Instagram Direct Message to popular logo designer Allan Peters, who has over one million followers on Instagram. Peters took a screenshot of the private inquiry and posted it publicly to his Instagram feed with the caption, "I have no words." A$AP Rocky called out the lack of discreti
5N HER STORY UNCOVERED - MANAILENG MAPHIKE
Every woman has a story.A story of courage. Of resilience. Of sacrifice. Of becoming.Behind every achievement is a journey few get to see. The setbacks. The lessons.The moments that changed everything. This Women's Month, we're going beyond the titles...Beyond the accolades...Beyond what the world already knows. Welcome to HerStory Uncovered.Today's guest: Manaileng Maphike - Founder and Managing
5N REAL ONES - PUSELETSO TSOTETSI
Puseletso crafts engaging narratives that have captivated audiences on TikTok, which are then published in book form. She joins Jodell to chat about her journey and how she got her TikTok videos turned into a book. Puseletso also leaves behind some encouraging words for young creatives - to keep pushing.
5N WAR ROOM - RES OR NO RES
Zama has been accepted into a university in another city. She has a place in student residence, which would allow her to fully experience campus life, make new friends, and be closer to her classes. However, her aunt lives just 20 minutes from campus and has offered her a free place to stay. Living with her aunt would save thousands of rand each year, but it would come with house rules, a long com
5N WAR ROOM - MOVING OUT
Should she stay or should she go?
5N WTF - SIGNIFICANT OTHER
When are you allowed to introduce someone as your partner?
5N WAR ROOM - NEW JOB DILEMMA
Njabulo presented a moral dilemma. He got offered a new job with better pay and more benefits, as well as flexibility but his current workplace has been there for him since the beginning, and his team is currently in the middle of a project - if he leaves now, his team will suffer. What should he do?
5N WTF - WORTH THE MONEY
Elections are happening on the 4th of November, and Amahle Jax (Jaxx of all trades) posted a video inspired by a social media trend where people speak about what they believe is absolutely worth the money, no matter what, and this video is so important because it is a reminder of what we should remember when we decide who we are voting for. So here is what we want to know - what kind of Sout
5N WAR ROOM - CAUGHT CHEATING
Should he tell her?
5N REAL ONES - NISHKA
Nishka is a 23-year-old content creator and third-year LLB student from Johannesburg, South Africa. She loves creating content around beauty, lifestyle, business, and everyday moments while balancing university and entrepreneurship. Nishka is passionate about inspiring others through authentic storytelling, creativity, and showing that you can pursue your dreams while building a life you love.
5N WTF ARIANA GRANDE
WTF WAS THAT: 19:05 - 19:30Ariana Grande is taking legal action against unknown hackers she says stole and leaked her private, unreleased material. According to the lawsuit, hackers accessed the digital accounts of people on her team - including producers, photographers, and other collaborators - to steal unreleased songs, private photos, and behind-the-scenes videos. Now we want to find out
5N WAR ROOM - SOUNDS OF PASSION
Bob lives in a five-person commune where his roommate’s loud, late-night intimate noises are keeping the rest of the house awake and creating an awkward living environment. He completely dismisses the complaints. He defends the noise as "sounds of passion" and argues that intimacy shouldn't have a volume limit. The house is split on how to handle it. Some residents feel it's wrong
5N War-Room_Should parents pay back money they promised to repay
Many parents spend years sacrificing for their children without expecting anything in return. From her perspective, family should help family, especially during difficult times. Asking for the money back may feel disrespectful or as though George is placing money above their relationship. She may also be struggling financially and genuinely unable to repay him.
5N WTF_ Plot twist - It hit close to home
I was reading about a man who was finally arrested after being on the run for 11 years… then I found out a family member is in prison. Life really has a way of turning headlines into something deeply personal.
5N War-Room_ bad mom choosing work over moments
Lisa is a working mom who feels torn after her sister accused her of being a terrible mother for missing school events and considering sending her child to boarding school. She says every sacrifice has been about creating a better future for her kids — but now she’s asking: Can providing for your children ever mean you’re not present enough?
5N WTF - Home Affairs cracks down on marriages of convenience
South Africa’s Home Affairs department is tightening marriage rules after uncovering hundreds of suspected fraudulent marriages allegedly used to secure residency and citizenship. Officials are calling for all marriages involving foreign nationals to take place at Home Affairs offices to prevent abuse of the system.
5N TEEKS brings soulful sound to Cape Town
New Zealand soul sensation TEEKS joins us ahead of his one-night-only Cape Town show this August. We chat about his musical journey, emotional storytelling, and what fans can expect when he takes the stage.
5N Counterfeit cash alert
Businesses are tightening security as counterfeit banknotes become more common, reminding everyone to double-check cash before accepting it.
5N Real Ones_ Chefs with Compassion targets 10 million meals milestone
The annual #67000Litres Challenge is calling on South Africans to cook nutritious soup for communities in need, helping Chefs with Compassion reach a major milestone of 10 million meals served since 2020.
5N War-Room_ Landlord or lifeline_ Poppy's rent dilemma
Poppy's tenant keeps missing rent payments after a difficult divorce and ongoing financial struggles. While Poppy feels for her situation, she also relies on the rental income to pay her own bills. Should she keep giving her more time, or is it time to put her own finances first?
5N War-Room_ Should she tell the fiancée the truth
After two and a half years together, Chantarelle opened Instagram and discovered her boyfriend had proposed to another woman. He broke up with her soon after and even asked for the apartment he bought her back. Months later, she's still heartbroken and is considering telling his wife they were together before the engagement.
5N WTF - When does funeral content go too far_
Someone attended a funeral over the weekend where photographers and videographers captured mourners crying and emotional moments throughout the service. Is documenting a funeral acceptable, or does it cross the line?
5N WAR ROOM - 1ST DATE DILEMMA
A man says the woman asked him out, so he believes she should pay. His friends insist the man should always pick up the bill. Who do you agree with?
5N WTF - SPAIN VS ARGENTINA
5N WTF Employee who trained dog to attack Black people loses court challenge
A Capita South Africa employee has lost his Labour Court bid after being dismissed for claiming his dog, named "Hitler", was trained to bark at and bite only Black people. The court ruled his racist remarks destroyed workplace trust and upheld his dismissal, saying racism cannot be excused as a joke.
5N WAR ROOM - Husband fires wife for slacking off at work
Zama's husband fired her from the family business after accusing her of spending work hours shopping, running errands, taking long coffee breaks and chatting instead of working. He offered to support her as a housewife, but she refused, saying she enjoys being in the office. Was he justified in firing an underperforming employee, or did he cross the line by mixing business with marriage?
5N On The Radar_Yano Lyrics launches nationwide search for South Africa's next presenters
Think you've got what it takes to be the next big entertainment presenter? Yano Lyrics has launched its Nationwide Presenter Search, giving aspiring talent the opportunity to showcase their skills, gain industry experience and break into entertainment media. Led by broadcaster and digital creator Khanyisile Masimola, the initiative aims to discover and develop the next generation of Sou
5N WAR ROOM - Is He Playing Me?
Lindsey met a guy while on holiday, and despite him going through a break-up, they hit it off. Before things got serious, she made it clear that if he wasn't over his ex, she didn't want to pursue anything. He assured her that relationship was over, so they stayed in touch after going their separate ways.
5N WAR ROOM - Am I wrong for wanting my life back?
A 22-year-old says they're the only sibling left caring for their sick parents while their sister lives in Cape Town and their brother works overseas on yachts. They admit they feel like they're losing their twenties and are considering moving their parents into an old age home so they can finally live their own life. Are they being selfish, or is it fair to choose themselves after years of caregi
5N WTF - Biggest betting World Cup ever
The 2026 FIFA World Cup could become the biggest gambling event in history, with more than $50 billion expected to be wagered worldwide. It comes as sports betting becomes easier than ever through mobile apps and live in-play betting.
5N Real Ones_ - 14-year-old ballerina lands starring role
At just 14, Grade 8 learner Unathi Nkuta has made her professional ballet debut in a principal role in Michael Jackson: Heal the World Ballet.
5N WTF - How far would you go for love?
Uber was too expensive... so PH booked an international flight instead.
5N WTF - Zuma & Gupta Reunion Sparks Outrage
Former President Jacob Zuma's meeting with Ajay Gupta in India has reignited the state capture conversation. While some see it as old friends reconnecting, many South Africans say the reunion is a painful reminder of a scandal that still lacks accountability.
5N War-Room_ Stuck at 34
Would you leave a secure job for a chance at something that actually makes you happy?
5N War-Room_ Money In The Bank, Anxiety In The Mind
She worked hard to become financially secure, but now she’s afraid to enjoy the money she earned. From skipped holidays to avoiding purchases she can afford, she’s asking: when does saving become fear?
5N WTF - The Phone That Came Back With a Secret 👀
She lost her phone after a night out... then got it back two days later with a handwritten note saying, "You need to know what happened after you left."
5N War-Room_ She Couldn't Picture Living Together
Her partner was loving, but she feared she'd be carrying all the responsibility if they ever lived together. So she ended the relationship.
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