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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
4,672 Episodes
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TV licences are outdated, but is a streaming levy the right fix?

GUEST – Leslie Adams – Sales Director at Reach Africa The traditional TV licence model in South Africa is crumbling, with less than 20% of licence holders actually paying their fees. As a result, the government is exploring alternative funding options for the SABC—one of which is a levy on…
19 Mar 2PM 10 min

Why SARS has struggled to crack down on tax evasion among High-Net-Worth Individuals.

GUEST – Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement & Compliance at Tax Consulting SA. South Africa’s tax system is under immense pressure. While just 1.6 million individuals shoulder the bulk of personal income tax, an estimated 100,000 millionaires are managing to evade their tax obligations entirely. This…
19 Mar 2PM 10 min

Consumer inflation remains unchanged in February.

GUEST – Koketso Mano, FNB Senior Economist We are unpacking the latest inflation data in South Africa and what it means for households, businesses, and policymakers. According to Statistics SA, annual consumer inflation remained steady at 3.2% in February, lower than economists had expected. While fuel prices continue to ease…
19 Mar 2PM 10 min

When a Promotion Promise is Broken – What Can Employees Do?

GUEST - Kagiso Lebethe - Senior Employee Relations Specialist Promises of promotion can be a powerful motivator for employees, encouraging hard work, loyalty, and dedication. But what happens when an employer fails to follow through? Whether due to shifting company priorities, budget constraints, or empty assurances, a broken promise can…
18 Mar 2PM 10 min

Unpacking Women’s Investment trends in SA.

GUEST – Fikile Mbhokota - CEO of Satrix This International Women’s Month, Fikile Mbhokota, CEO of Satrix, poses the question, ‘Are more women investing, really?’ It’s tough to answer. In 2023, Fidelity found that globally, 60% of surveyed women were investing in stocks, with younger women, especially, leading the charge…
18 Mar 1PM 12 min

Is this budget on the right track to truly address the challenges Gauteng faces?

GUEST – Miyelani Holeni - Group Chief Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group With promises of improved service delivery, economic growth, and job creation, this budget lays out ambitious plans for the province. But the key question remains: Is this budget on the right track to truly address the challenges Gauteng…
18 Mar 1PM 15 min

Understanding the Upcoming GEPF Changes.

GUEST - Owen Nkomo – CEO of Inkunzi Wealth Group The Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) is expected to update its actuarial interest factors based on the latest financial review, likely to take effect later this year. Many GEPF members find actuarial interest and actuarial interest factors confusing, which has…
17 Mar 2PM 15 min

SA’s major banks report a combined headline earnings growth of 5.9% against FY23 to R119bn, combined ROE of 17.5% (FY23:

GUEST- Rivaan Roopnarain, PwC South Africa Banking and Capital Markets Partner. The year 2024 was a turbulent period for global and regional economies, marked by heightened uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and shifting trade dynamics. Nearly half the world’s population participated in elections, creating a ripple effect of political and economic unpredictability…
17 Mar 2PM 14 min

Record online gaming growth drives strong results for Sun International.

GUEST – Anthony Leeming – Sun International CEO Sun International has again delivered a strong set of results, reflecting the quality of its operating businesses, the resilience of its omnichannel portfolio and disciplined execution on strategy which continues to deliver shareholder value. Showcasing its resilience, the group's continuing income for…
17 Mar 2PM 8 min

How do CEOs get recruited, especially in the banking sector?

GUEST – Andrew Woodburn - Managing Director of Amrop Woodburn Mann When it comes to corporate leadership, few roles are as pivotal or as influential as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The selection of a CEO is not just a personnel change; it is an essential, strategic decision that can…
17 Mar 2PM 24 min

COMPANY RESULTS: Thungela 2024 performance showcases operational excellence.

GUEST – July Ndluvu – CEO of Thungela Resources Thungela Resources gained the most in more than five months on Monday, after the group announced an increase in revenue and a R300m share buyback programme. Full year export saleable production exceeded guidance in both South Africa and Australia. South African…
17 Mar 2PM 6 min

Finance Minister has tabled the budget, what happens now?

GUEST – Professor Dumisani Jantjies, Director of the Parliamentary Budget Office We speak with the Director of the Parliamentary Budget Office about the crucial process that follows the tabling of the national budget by the Finance Minister. From initial discussions and debates to the final confirmation of the figures, we…
13 Mar 2PM 24 min

In conversation with the CEO of HomeChoice International, Sean Wibberley.

In this conversation we chat to Sean Wibberley, CEO of HomeChoice, for an insightful conversation about the company’s remarkable transformation. What began as a catalogue retailer serving lower- and middle-income households has evolved into one of the leading fintech operators in the industry. Sean shares the story behind HomeChoice's shift…
13 Mar 2PM 23 min

V&A co-owner Growthpoint beats expectations as it sees healthy SA boost.

GUEST – Norbert Sasse, Group CEO of Growthpoint Properties Growthpoint Properties Limited (JSE: GRT) delivered stronger-than-expected results for its six-month interim period ending 31 December 2024, reporting distributable income per share (DIPS) of 74.0cps, up 3.9% from HY24, while maintaining its distribution payout ratio at 82.5%.
13 Mar 2PM 14 min
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