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Kaya Biz

At the helm of Gauteng’s biggest business radio show, Kaya Biz, is Gugulethu who will be leading the conversation on what is next for the Afropolitan business landscape. The show presents local and international business news, entrepreneurship, corporate and investment banking. Since its inception in May 2006 Kaya Biz has grown from a half-an-hour daily finance update to an hour show bringing compelling business news and market reviews to listeners.
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The business of talent management and representation in South African Sport

GUEST - Neil Jankelowitz Group CEO of Mohau Media Group – IN STUDIO We dive deep into the fascinating world of talent management and representation in South African sport. From identifying future stars to securing major sponsorships and planning life after the game, talent management plays a crucial role in…
27 Mar 2PM 23 min

Transformation and diversity in the R6 trillion asset management industry.

GUEST – Ola Leepile, CEO of Novare Holdings The recent decision by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to retract mandatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) regulations has sent shockwaves through the global financial markets. This is in step  with US firms who ditched their DEI policies in the wake of…
27 Mar 2PM 9 min

PIVOT POINT – In conversation with Sam Mokorosi, Head of Origination & Deals at JSE

Samuel Mokorosi is currently the Head of Deals and Origination at the JSE. He is a seasoned financial services executive, with almost 20 years’ experience in corporate finance, private equity and the bond market. Samuel Mokorosi has successfully executed corporate finance and private equity transactions worth R40 billion. He has…
27 Mar 2PM 20 min

SA REIT focus with Keillen Ndlovu

In this conversation, we dive into the state of the Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in South Africa, we dive into the outlook of the sector, it's worth noting that most of the major REITs have already released their latest performance results for the year. These results offer valuable insights…
27 Mar 2PM 10 min

EKASINOMICS – 20 years of running a private security business.

GUEST - Shimmy Mochobo, the Managing Director of M.E.G Security In an industry where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, Mochobo Executive Guards has not only stood the test of time but thrived for two decades. As a Black-owned private security firm operating in South Africa, their journey is…
26 Mar 1PM 20 min

Local capital markets’ role in supporting sustainable development.

GUEST – Heidi Barends, Head of Sustainable Finance, Absa CIB Amid global economic uncertainty, the need for strong local capital markets has never been clearer. These markets are vital for driving growth, attracting investment, and fostering innovation. In places like Kenya, local currency funding can shield economies from global shocks,…
26 Mar 1PM 13 min

Debt repayments are crushing South Africans' finances – 1Life Survey

GUEST – Hayley Parry, Money Coach and Facilitator at 1Life’s Truth About Money. The latest annual 1Life Insurance Generational Wealth Survey reveals that the majority of South Africans are struggling to accumulate wealth due to financial constraints, with many forced to take on additional jobs or side hustles to make…
26 Mar 1PM 13 min

CAREER’S CORNER – Will Your Salary Increase Actually Leave You Worse Off?

GUEST – Tanya Tosen, tax and remuneration specialist at Tax Consulting South Africa Who wouldn’t love a salary increase of over 5% this year? Most employees would be happy with a raise that keeps up with inflation. But in 2025, even an inflation-related increase might not be enough to keep up…
24 Mar 2PM 17 min

Property market segments driving residential purchases right now.

GUEST - Jonathan Kohler, CEO and founder of Landsdowne Property Group In this conversation, we dive into the latest developments in the property market with Jonathan Kohler, CEO and founder of Landsdowne Property Group. We discuss how the repo rate hold is expected to dampen investor and homebuyer sentiment, especially…
24 Mar 2PM 33 min

Retail confidence edged down slightly in Q1 2025, retreating from 54% to 50%.

GUEST – Nomvelo Moima - Junior Economist · Bureau for Economic Research (BER) According to the latest Retail Survey from the Bureau for Economic Research (BER), business sentiment in the sector remains generally positive despite some emerging risks. The BER highlighted that although certain businesses experienced a slight dip in confidence, the…
24 Mar 2PM 7 min

Sun International CEO Anthony Leeming to retire after 26 years with the Group

GUEST – Anthony Leeming – CEO of Sun International Sun International has announced that long-serving CEO Anthony Leeming will retire at the end of December 2025, following 26 years with the group. Leeming will step down from his leadership role on 1 July 2025 but will remain with the company…
24 Mar 2PM 10 min

Predatory lending and debt abuse as a human rights issue in SA.

GUEST - Samantha Moyana - Debt Counsellor, National Debt Advisors As South Africa observes Human Rights Day, the focus is often on the nation’s hard-won freedoms. But beyond the political and social discussions, a critical and often overlooked issue threatens the financial well-being of millions—predatory lending and debt abuse. With…
20 Mar 2PM 15 min

Does birth order impact your investing style?

GUEST – René Basson, Head of Brand at Satrix Does the order in which you're born shape the way you handle money? Some studies suggest that firstborns tend to be more risk-averse, preferring safer investments, while younger siblings, often seen as more adventurous, may gravitate toward higher-risk options like equities…
20 Mar 2PM 7 min

Repo rate unchanged: Impact on homeowners and aspiring buyers.

GUEST – Bradd Bendall, National Head of Sales at BetterBond. The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has once again decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 7.50%, a move that has significant implications for both current property owners and aspiring homebuyers. With inflation risks still present and economic growth…
20 Mar 2PM 11 min

SARB keeps repo rate unchanged at 7.5%

GUEST – Johann Els - Old Mutual Group Chief Economist The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has once again opted to hold the repo rate at 7.50%, keeping the prime lending rate steady at 11.00%. This decision, though expected by many economists, comes at a time of heightened global uncertainty…
20 Mar 2PM 13 min

Cybercrime: South Africa most targeted country in Africa – Report

GUEST – Pieter Stemmet, the Technical Operations Manager at ESET South Africa has emerged as the most targeted country in Africa for ransomware and infostealer attacks, accounting for over 40% of ransomware incidents and nearly 35% of infostealer attacks across the continent in the second half of 2024. With its…
19 Mar 2PM 15 min
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