Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00. Supporting Sizwe on the breakfast show are Sol Phenduka, Mpho Maboi, and Mfundo Mabalane.
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Today's theme is lovers in music
Business Update - National Consumer Commission Warns Of Peanut Butter Recall
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about personal brand The Body Shop surprisingly facing business rescue. They also spoke about National Consumer Commission warning of a peanut butter recall affecting certain brands.
Motorists To Dig Deeper As SANRAL Increases Toll Fees By 6.25%
SANRAL says the 6.25% increase in toll tariffs published in the Government Gazette last week and due to take effect from March 1 was much lower than 2023’s adjustment due to SA’s weak economic climate. Sizwe Dhlomo invited Spokesperson of the Automobile Association of South Africa, to speak about the…
#FirstThingsFirst - Government Attempts To Address Skills Shortage
In his latest newsletter, President Cyril Ramaphosa says they wanted to attract critical skills into the country to meet the growing demands of the economy, as the shortage of skills increases in some areas. The team deliberated on Ramaphosa’s suggestion and asked listeners if it’s unfair for the government to…
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Today's theme is South African love songs.
Business Update - Loadshedding Woes To Affect Small Businesses
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi provided an update on Sanlam’s acquisition trail. She also spoke about load-shedding woes likely to continue until Wednesday due to boiler maintenance; and how that will impact on the first quarter of our GDP.
Tips Regarding Dealing With Tipping
Sizwe Dhlomo relayed a story from his recent travels to the U.S. The driver of the car that transported him around Los Angeles, who is also the owner of the company, hinted that he was expecting a great tip from him. He and Sol Phenduka then discussed the changed in…
#FirstThingsFirst - EFF Manifesto launch a historic one?
Young and old attended EFF's "historical manifesto launch" at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on an overcast Saturday morning. The team reflected on what was reported about the launch, from the stadium attendance; to policies the party’s leader Julius Malema presented; to allegations of sabotage because of stage 6…
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Today's theme is Whitney Houston Collaborations
Do you hold your friends of family accountable for their wrongs?
Oscar winning actress Mo’nique was recently interviewed on former football player Shannon Sharpe’s podcast Club Shay Shay. During the discussion, she spoke about an instance where one of her friends revealed that she was pregnant by someone else, but she will pin the pregnancy on her boyfriend. Mo’nique proclaimed that…
#FirstThingsFirst - President Ramaphosa’s “new, new dawn”
President Ramaphosa’s “new, new dawn” During his State Of The Nation Address last night, President Ramaphosa relayed a story of Tintswalo, who he characterised as “democracy’s child – grew up in a society that was worlds apart from the South Africa of her parents, grandparents and great-grandparents.” The team shared…
Business Update - VW South Africa invests more in SA and expands to Africa.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi wrapped up the week with Kgomotso Meso by covering the story about VW South Africa continuing to invest in the country and looking to expand into the rest of Africa. They also touched on new partners coking on board to assist with citrus exports in…
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Today's theme is songs about money
Business Update - Nigeria’s Currency Woes Continue
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Kgomotso Meso about the continuation of Nigeria’s currency woes. They also covered the concerns around the rise in chicken and egg prices, which also continue.
Rise In Teenage Pregnancy
Kgomotso Meso was joined by Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists, Dr Lerato Dikobe-Kalane, to shed some insight on what the picture looks like when it comes to teenage pregnancy as we observe Pregnancy Week. They also touched on the government’s plans to address this crisis; how teenage…
#FirstThingFirst - Bravo To Bafana Bafana!
Bafana Bafana played their AFCON semifinal game against Nigeria last night. They didn’t win, but they are being applauded for re-igniting the spark in our football with their display. The 959 Breakfast team, together with listeners, shared their thoughts on last night’s game, as well Bafana Bafana’s overall performance throughout…
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Today's theme is songs about kicking men to the curb
Business Update - SARS Commissioner Sees An Extension In His Term
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi reflected with Kgomotso Meso on the petrol price increase that took place overnight. They also spoke about SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter getting an extension in his term of office.
A Gloomy Picture Painted By The Revelations By Minister Phaahla Regarding Unemployed Doctors
Health Minister Joe Phaahla has attributed the high number of unemployed medical graduates to the increasing pressure on healthcare budgets, in part due to the large salary bill. Prof Alex Van Den Heever, Chair of Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies at Wits University joined Kgomotso Meso to make…
#FirstThingFirst - New National Assembly Rules Introduced Ahead Of SONA
Parliament has introduced a set of new joint rules designed to regulate proceedings during the joint sitting of the National Assembly and the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) and which prohibit disruptions. The team shared their thoughts on parliament processes during SONA and invited listeners to debate on whether they…