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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
5,387 Episodes
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Financial Advice Complaints Surge: Why Funeral Policies Are in the Spotlight.

GUEST: Advocate John Simpson – FAIS Ombud Complaints against financial advisers and insurers are rising and funeral policies top the list. The latest FAIS Ombud Annual Report shows a sharp increase in consumer complaints, but there’s also good news: more financial service providers are resolving disputes directly with clients before…
30 Oct 2025 3PM 11 min

ETFSA Roundtable – Building and Preserving Wealth Through ETFs

In an investment landscape defined by uncertainty and opportunity, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continue to reshape how South Africans save, invest, and retire. In this special edition of Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi, we host the ETFSA Roundtable a conversation with some of the country’s leading voices in passive investing and…
29 Oct 2025 5PM 57 min

SA’s R50 Trillion Life and Disability Insurance Gap and What It Means for You.

GUEST: Besa Ruele – Member of the ASISA Life and Risk Board Committee South Africa’s insurance gap has widened to a staggering R50.4 trillion, with most families only covered for 39% of what they’d need if a breadwinner died or became disabled. That means millions could face drastic lifestyle cuts…
28 Oct 2025 4PM 13 min

SA’s Consumer Outlook: Loyalty as a Lifeline in Tough Times.

GUEST: Andrew Leighton – Consumer Insights Leader for Sub-Saharan Africa at NIQ As South Africans continue to feel the pinch of the rising cost of living, new insights from NIQ’s 2026 Consumer Outlook Report reveal how shoppers are adapting and why loyalty programmes have become a financial lifeline. While nearly…
28 Oct 2025 4PM 16 min

Is South Africa’s Ferrochrome Industry Running Out of Time?

GUEST - Nellis Bester – Chairperson of the Ferro Alloy Producers Association South Africa sits on some of the richest chrome deposits in the world yet our ferrochrome smelters are going dark. We unpack the harsh reality facing one of South Africa’s most important value-added industries. From soaring power costs…
28 Oct 2025 4PM 13 min

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 2025 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 2025 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 2025 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 2025 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 2025 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 2025 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 2025 4PM 18 min
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