Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00.
#SingItBack
Today's theme is musicians who sold their song catalogs
Business Update - African Bank Concludes Deal With A Division Of SASFIN Bank
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about African Bank concluding its latest deal with a division of Sasfin Bank. They also shared context on Nigeria’s 18-year high inflation figures.
Most Popular Computer Programming Languages
TIOBE has published its latest Programming Community Index, which ranks the most popular programming languages based on data from the Internet. Editor of My Broad Band, Jan Vermeulen, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to break down what this means in the age of AI. They also touched on how easy it has…
#FirstThingsFirst - Will the EFF and Busisiwe Mkhwebane “marriage” last?
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has announced former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane as its new member. The team reflected on Mkhwebane’s interview with Phemelo Motene regarding this move on Point of View last night, and discussed whether this is a legitimate pairing. Also looking at a similar move by EFF…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is songs asking questions
Business Update - Is SA Residential Property In A Buyers Market? & Onion Price Inflation
kayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi gives an update on South Africa’s residential property space - sellers cautioned to be “realistic” on proving as its a buyers market. Concerns on Onion price inflation which is said to be consistently high. and latest on Markets.
Is The NPA’s Prosecution Weak? Should We Be Concerned About The NPA's Conviction Rate?
Legal Expert, Mpumelelo Zikalala on what to make of the NPA's rate of conviction and whether the NPA has the right expertise in right places to adequately prosecute cases. This inlight of NDPP Shamila Batohi last week disputing the view that nothing is being done to prosecute alleged culprits. She…
#FirstThingFirst - Should Schools Cancel Matric Dance Events If Student's Aren't Performing Well Or Misbehaving?
The team deliberates whether Schools should cancel matric dances due to poor academic results, absenteeism and disruptive behaviour. This after parents of learners at St Andrew’s Technical High School in Elsies River were informed that the matric farewell dance was cancelled due to poor exam results.
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Today's theme is artists who dabble/d in other careers.
Business Update - Steinhoff Liquidation Takes Place Today
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuthi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss Steinhoff liquidation takes place today. SARS targeting coal smuggling syndicates.
The Department Of Correctional Services Annual Report
The Department of Correctional Services presented their annual report to the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services this week. The chief deputy commissioner, Joseph Katenga, told the committee there had been 90 escapes in the 2022/23 financial year, compared to the 117 escapes reported in the 2020/21 financial year…
#FirstThingFirst - Are Pravin Gordhan's Days Numbered?
Gwede Mantashe: There’s an exodus of (black) executives in government institutions, running away like mice in mines, running away from methane.
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Today's theme is artists & their fashion
Business Update - Balwin Properties Eyes R2bn New KZN Development
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuthi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss Balwin Properties’ plans for a new development in KZN worth R2 billion. They also gave an update on Transnet’s planned Durban rail line, which is experiencing trouble and delays in onboarding private sector participants in propelling economic growth.
KZN Government Needs R20 Million To Stage SAMAs
KwaZulu-Natal government wants to pay for the glitzy South African Music Awards (SAMAs), which the provincial government hasn't budgeted for, according to a story on News24 this morning. As someone who was part of the production team for the awards in the past, Sizwe Dhlomo shared insights on how much…
#FirstThingsFirst - Is It Fair To Judge Someone Based On Their Family Member/s?
News24 this morning is running a story with an introduction that reads: “A showdown between Xolani Nciza, ANC heavyweight TK Nciza's brother, and the City of Ekurhuleni is looming after Nciza accused Ekurhuleni of "unfair labour practice" following his suspension for allegedly submitting fraudulent academic qualifications.” As the article clearly…
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Today's theme is artists with word Boy/s in their Name
Business Update - TymeBank Has Onboarded Eight Million Customers To Date
On Business Update, Collen Kgari spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about TymeBank being one of the world’s fastest growing digital banks. They also spoke about 3,500 people having 15% of all wealth in South Africa.
Population Growth Doesn’t Match Economic Growth
South Africa’s population has increased from 51.7 million in 2011 to 62 million in 2022. Sizwe Dhlomo invited Independent Political Analyst and CA(SA), Khaya Sithole, to help make sense of what this population growth means against the growth of the economy. Sithole also shared insights on how the ANC could…
#FirstThingsThing - Is A Voice Of Prominent Figures On Social Issues Needed?
Drake and DJ Khaled have both been called out by DJ Vlad for their silence regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine, as descendants of those two nations. The team shared their thoughts on this story and asked the listeners the following questions, do you believe it is incumbent for…