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.
#SingItBack - 10 December 2024
Today's theme is must play songs at a South African Wedding (Wedding Season)
Business Update - Gumede's Vision fights back in Tongaat Hullet sale process
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to give an update on some of the key stories that influenced the business agenda this year. These include Tongaat Hullet business rescue and how Robert Gumede is fighting back, as well as Pick N Pay making some changes on the ground…
Bad move for Jay-Z to release statement under Roc Nation
On Sunday, a civil lawsuit was filed against Jay-Z, accusing him of raping a 13-year-old girl alongside Sean "Diddy" Combs in 2000. The filing instantly thrust the music mogul into the centre of a media firestorm. Shortly after, Jay-Z responded with a fiery statement on X through his entity Roc…
#FirstThingsFirst - Land reform – financial compensation vs land distribution
During a panel discussion on the land reform issue on NewzRoom Afrika yesterday, AfriForum’s Ernst van Zyl said, “people are choosing money instead of land compensation, which is the problem.” His remarks point to the challenges in resolving land disputes, suggesting that the focus on financial compensation may be undermining…
#SingItBack - 09 December 2024
Today's theme is Artists & Their Breakout Songs
Business Update - KayaBiz Kasi SME Summit is back!
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss US executives and health companies being on high alert after the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO, Brian Thompson. She also provided more details on the return of KayaBiz Kasi SME Summit taking place this Wednesday.
Troubles at SAA and ACSA
Documents lodged in the high court of Johannesburg last week indicate that a service provider has applied for ACSA's liquidation for failing to pay the contracted service providers over R500 million owed for services rendered. Just a few days ago, SAA was in hot water when more than 100 pilots…
#FirstThingsFirst - National shutdown threat
ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula has dismissed calls for a national shutdown demanding President Cyril Ramaphosa step down. This after a public outcry about Ramaphosa's governance and decision-making, particularly his recent commitment to strengthen trade ties with Nigeria. Subsequently, government issued a warning to say they will not tolerate acts of…
#SingItBack - 06 December 2024
Today's theme is artists Who Performed at Tiny Desk in 2024
Business Update - African Bank wins Eskom's home loan book bid
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to provide an update on South African Airways strike. They also covered African Bank expanding its reach in the home loan space, emerging as the preferred bidder for Eskom's staff home loan book and assets.
#OpenLine - foreign currency, #KayaLoyalListeners party, Mpho's culottes, Senzo Mchunu, etc
On today's #OpenLine, listeners joined the team to discuss various topics, including foreign currency regulations; Kaya 959 Loyal Listeners dinner; advice on claiming for home damages; Mpho's culottes and high school uniforms; how to invite Minister of Police to crime affected areas; school feeder zones; and more.
#FirstThingsFirst - Maintaining peace at home
Steve Harvey recently shared some advice on the TV show The Talk, on how to make a marriage last. He uttered, "keep your mouth shut", when asked by the hosts. The team shared their thoughts on this advice and invited listeners to answer, “what must you do to maintain peace…
#SingItBack - 05 December 2024
Today's theme is songs directed by Hype Williams (Songs with videos directed by Hype Williams)
Business Update - Bitcoin reaches $100K
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to reflect on the latest financial results for Tiger Brands, highlighting the big wins as well as challenges. They also spoke about Bitcoin reaching $100 000.
Most pupils struggle to master basic maths, science, reading skills
South Africa's Grade 5 pupils have been ranked last out of 59 countries in maths and science in an international standardised test conducted last year. However, the country's Grade 9 performance in maths in the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) has shown "a remarkable upward trend" after…
#SingItBack - Smoke coming out of GNU, but no-one wants to get out of the kitchen
President Cyril Ramaphosa's office has again taken umbrage with DA federal council chair Helen Zille after she said South Africa's position in the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) was under threat. Zille appeared on SABC's Face the Nation on Tuesday night where she rationalised why the DA would not…
#SingItBack - 04 December 24
Today's theme is singers that make you feel their pain in their songs
Business Update - Durban Beachfront getting a revamp
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo about new upgrades planned to take place at the Durban Beachfront ahead of the holiday season. They also spoke about Moody's Ratings affirming South Africa's credit rating.
Going through a lifestyle audit
Legal Council CEO, Charity Nzuza, refused to sign lifestyle audit, claiming it invaded staff privacy. She says she objected to a lifestyle audit at the body because it asked staff for details of their family's financial interests - and she had "never heard of an organisation which invades staff's privacy…
#FirstThingsFirst - The President's report card
Yesterday was a busy day in President Cyril Ramaphosa's world. Some of the noteworthy developments include Parliament approving a salary increase for the President; relaxing VISA regulations to ease trade between South Africa and Nigeria during Nigerian President Bola Tinubu's state visit; and the mini cabinet reshuffle that saw embattled…