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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.
Daily English South Africa Business News · Investing
5,335 Episodes
120 – 140

Why South Africa Needs Tailored Medical Cover in a Time of Rising Costs.

Guest: Craig Comrie – CEO, Profmed As South Africans brace for another round of medical scheme increases, Profmed CEO Craig Comrie joins the conversation to unpack what’s really driving healthcare inflation and why a one-size-fits-all approach to medical cover no longer works. With healthcare inflation historically 3–4% above CPI, rising…
27 Oct 4PM 19 min

Lessons from the SA greylist: When Govt and Business pull in the same direction.

Guest: Busisiwe Mavuso – CEO, Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) South Africa’s successful exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list marks a milestone moment for the country not just economically, but institutionally. After more than two years of reform and relentless effort, South Africa met all 22…
27 Oct 4PM 12 min

Inside Pick n Pay’s Turnaround Strategy

Guest: Sean Summers – CEO, Pick n Pay Pick n Pay’s turnaround story is gathering real momentum. After months of tough restructuring, the retailer has narrowed its losses, boosted profitability, and accelerated growth across its supermarket, clothing, and online divisions. Boxer continues to shine, posting a market-leading 13.9% turnover growth,…
27 Oct 4PM 12 min

Why South Africa is Losing Its Air Controllers

Guest: Guy Leitch – Aviation Analyst South Africa’s skies are facing a talent crisis. Air traffic controllers and pilots are leaving the country in droves, lured by higher pay and better working conditions overseas. In this episode, aviation analyst Guy Leitch breaks down the alarming outflow of skilled professionals from…
23 Oct 4PM 15 min

Nala: Redefining Tax Compliance and Accountability in South Africa

Guest: Sesethu Cekeshe – Tax Specialist and Founder of Nala Navigating South Africa’s tax landscape has never been more complex or more crucial. Tax specialist Sesethu Cekeshe breaks down what tax compliance really means for individuals, businesses, and trusts, why it’s vital for growth and credibility, and how organisations can…
23 Oct 4PM 10 min

Whisky Live 2025 – A Celebration of Craft, Culture & Connection.

GUEST: Stephen Thabo Leepile – Regional Sales Manager, Halewood South Africa Whisky lovers, mark your calendars, Whisky Live 2025 is back and promises to be bigger, bolder, and smoother than ever. From intimate masterclasses to exclusive tastings with top distillers, this year’s event is a must for both seasoned connoisseurs…
23 Oct 4PM 11 min

Sahpra’s take on GLP-1 medication use for weight loss in SA.

GUEST: Mokgadi Fafudi – Head of Regulatory Compliance, SAHPRA As South Africa joins the global weight-loss medication boom, Aspen Pharmacare has just secured approval to market Eli Lilly’s blockbuster drug Mounjaro for chronic weight management. But with growing demand comes growing risk from counterfeit products to off-label use and online…
23 Oct 4PM 18 min

The Reality of Being a Business Rescue Practitioner or Insolvency Lawyer in SA.

GUEST: Gareth Cremen – Partner, Cox Yeats Attorneys South Africa’s business rescue and insolvency sector has become one of the most dangerous professions in the country. In just two years, at least 13 insolvency practitioners, tax consultants, and legal professionals were assassinated targeted for their roles in exposing corruption, tracing…
23 Oct 4PM 9 min

SA awaits FATF decision on grey-list verdict.

GUEST - Steven Powell, Head of Forensics at ENSafrica South Africa will hear its fate over its greylisting tomorrow, 24 October, with markets already pricing in the nation getting off the list. Because of this certainty, South Africans shouldn’t expect any big waves or market impacts if the country is…
23 Oct 4PM 10 min

Why Africa’s Entertainment Industry Is Outpacing the World

GUEST - Charles Stuart, PwC Africa Entertainment & Media Leader Africa’s entertainment and media sector is on a growth trajectory that’s outpacing global averages and the numbers tell the story. According to PwC’s Africa Entertainment & Media Outlook 2025–2029, Nigeria’s industry expanded by 11.2% in 2024, with Kenya growing 7.1%…
22 Oct 4PM 15 min

EKASINOMICS: From Home Baker to National Retail Success: The Story of Blessing Sithole

Meet Blessing Sithole, the founder of Bakers Creationz, whose passion for baking turned a small kitchen in Maphephetheni, KwaZulu-Natal, into a thriving business supplying major South African retailers. What started as homemade snowballs for family and friends has snowballed into a national sensation, with over 10 000 snowballs sold weekly…
22 Oct 4PM 17 min

The Long Game of Compounding and Wealth Creation

They say time is money but when it comes to investing, time is everything. In this episode, we unpack one of the most powerful yet underrated principles in personal finance: the power of compounding. Nerina Visser, Director and ETF Strategist at ETFSA explains how small, consistent investments can grow into…
22 Oct 4PM 19 min

South Africa’s inflation ticks up to 3.4%

South Africa’s inflation inched slightly higher in September rising to 3.4% from 3.3% in August, a move that’s modest but meaningful as the economy navigates a complex mix of easing food prices, steady fuel costs, and shifting consumer dynamics. Momentum Investments Chief Economist Sanisha Packirisamy breaks down the latest inflation…
22 Oct 4PM 11 min

Famous Brands hits 3 000 restaurants and stronger profits.

GUEST – Darren Hele – Famous Brands CEO Famous Brands, home to household favourites like Steers, Debonairs Pizza, Wimpy and Mugg & Bean has just posted a solid set of interim results, with profit up 6% and its restaurant network surpassing the 3 000 mark. Revenue climbed to R4.2 billion,…
22 Oct 4PM 12 min

TECH & INNOVATION: Altron partners with Nvidia to launch SA’s first AI factory.

GUEST - Dr Bongani Andy Mabaso - Altron Group CTO JSE-listed Altron has successfully deployed an operational AI factory, delivering comprehensive AI infrastructure, tools, training and support, while maintaining data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. Powered by NVIDIA AI infrastructure, including NVIDIA accelerated computing and NVIDIA AI Enterprise software, the platform…
21 Oct 5PM 10 min

When events go wrong: The importance of cancellation insurance

GUEST - Mamoeti Nosi, Product Head: Events at iTOO Special Risks. In the wake of the recent Cape Town Marathon cancellation, due to severe winds, thousands of runners, spectators and service providers were left with questions about refunds and recourse. For many, the answers were not clear, especially as flights…
21 Oct 5PM 23 min

The cost of hiring the wrong CEO – The Starbucks case study.

GUEST – Andrew Woodburn, Managing Director of Amrop Woodburn Mann The true cost of firing a CEO extends far beyond a severance package, encompassing direct, indirect, and hidden costs that can run into the millions or even billions of dollars. Research shows that poorly managed CEO transitions can wipe out…
21 Oct 5PM 17 min

Scooters Pizza is back after almost 10 years since it was liquidated.

GUEST - Juan Engelbrecht – entrepreneur and one of the franchise pioneers. After nearly a decade off the menu, Scooter’s Pizza once South Africa’s fastest-growing pizza brand is making a comeback! Known for its daring “39 minutes or it’s free” promise, the brand vanished when Taste Holdings pivoted to Domino’s…
21 Oct 5PM 15 min

How Digital Lending Is Reshaping South Africa’s Credit Market

GUEST - Ayesha Hatea, Director of Research and Consulting at TransUnion South Africa South Africa’s credit landscape is changing and fast. According to new data from TransUnion, the FinTech lending market is exploding, giving millions of consumers easier, faster access to money through digital platforms and apps. But behind the…
20 Oct 4PM 17 min
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