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 - 13 December 2024
Today's theme is #1 Songs on the CTM Kaya Countdown in 2024
Business Update - ACSA to reimburse customers affected by disruptions
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to give an update on ACSA fuel disruptions, with the company planning to reimburse affected customers, as well as financial standing of the business. They also spoke about holiday makers raising concerns of exorbitant pricing in Cape Town.
#OpenLine - JMPD bylaws, drug trafficking, #TooLateForMamaChallenge, etc
On the last #OpenLine, listers wished the team happy holidays, including appreciation for features like Play Dough and the engaging discussions featured on #SizTheWorld. Speaking of which, some of the topic featured on the open line were people who violate JMPD bylaws, drug trafficking incidents, the threatening water crisis, #TooLateForMamaChallenge…
#FirstThingsFirst - Gayton McKenzie gives away tickets to Chris Brown and Makhadzi's shows
Gayton McKenzie calls himself Minister of Happiness on X as he gives away tickets to Chris Brown and Makhadzi’s shows. Do you agree with Sizwe Dhlomo that Gayton, as a Minister, should have followed proper procedure when giving away the tickets, or do you see nothing wrong with what he…
#SingItBack - 12 December 2024
Today's theme is Africa To The World
Business Update - As the festive season picks up, consumers are expected to spend more.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss the buying out and delisting of heavy machinery and equipment business Barloworld. They also spoke about consumers expected to spend more as festive season picks up.
"We listen, we don't transfer."
Sizwe Dhlomo has been trying to call a friend of his for the past two weeks with no luck. He eventually texted to ask why the calls were not going through. The friend answered and said they were running away from people who are asking for money this festive season…
#FirstThingsFirst - Can communism work today?
During the beginning of their 5th special national congress yesterday, SA Communist Party General Secretary Solly Mapaila denied claims that they wanted the ANC to go into a Government of National Unity with former President Jacob Zuma’s MK Party, stating that they instead wanted the ANC-EFF coalition. The party's Chairperson…
#SingItBack - 11 November 2024
Today's theme is with Heaven in Title
Business Update - Lebombo border closure costs SA economy R10 million a day
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to speak about how the economic costs of the closure of the Lebombo border continue to mount, now sitting at an estimated R10 million per day. They also discussed the launch of new sports retailer JD Sport.
Mngomezulu's unfortunate fate
Before the proceedings in the Senzo Meyiwa trial began on Monday, Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng questioned where Advocate Thulani Mngomezulu, who represents the first accused, was. He said he heard Mngomezulu was seen in the court precinct a day. This was a day he was admitted in hospital and sadly, died…
#FirstThingsFirst - Street vendors banned from selling around schools demand compensation
Street vendors who were banned from selling in the vicinity of schools by the Gauteng Education Department last month are demanding compensation for income lost during the ban. They marched to the Department of Education yesterday to voice their concerns about how this has been handled and demanded being compensated…
#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…