Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00.
Business Update - Telkom sells its tower and masts business.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about Swiss Central Bank cutting interest rates, the first amongst major central banks to do so. They also spoke about Telkom selling its tower and masts business.
Speaker Mapisa-Nqakula takes special leave amid corruption probe.
Speaker of the National Assembly Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has taken a special leave from her position amid the ongoing investigation into corruption allegations against her. Legal Expert, Mpumelelo Zikalala, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to elaborate on what this special leave entails, under the constitution.
#FirstThingFirst - Steinhoff fraudster reportedly commits suicide.
Former Steinhoff chief executive Markus Jooste allegedly shot himself on a beach in the Western Cape last night. The team, together with listeners, discussed whether they believe Jooste is dead or not? They also shared their thoughts on whether he got off easy by killing himself or serving time in…
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Today's theme is songs about Human Rights and Equality
Business Update - More Job Cuts To Take Place At Leading SA Businesses
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about more job cuts to take place at leading South African businesses, including Vodacom who have announced looming job cuts at its SA base. They also covered Japan facing a shift in monetary policy.
Mango Could Soon Take-off Again
Mango could soon take-off again Nearly three years and numerous government-imposed delays later, South African Airways’ (SAA’s) sale of budget airline Mango to a private entity is set to proceed, paving the way for a potential return to the skies. Sizwe Dhlomo invited Independent Political Analyst and CA(SA), Khaya Sithole,…
#FirstThingFirst - Tony Leon’s Criticism Of The ANC
Former leader of the Democratic Alliance, Tony Leon, has criticized the ANC in his latest column. He went as far as suggesting that 'National' needs to be removed from the party label 'African National Congress'. The team shared their thoughts on his criticism of the leading party, and asked listeners…
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Today's theme is music DUOs
Business Update - Sun International To Invest In Upgrading Sun City
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about Sun International’s plans to invest further to upgrade Sun City. They also spoke about the JSE partnering with Amazon to modernise their technology and infrastructure services.
Lightning Strikes Eikenhof Pump Station Again
The Eikenhof pump station tripped again on Monday night due to a suspected lightning strike at the Orlando substation in Soweto. The latest outage comes after more than two weeks of water woes for parts of Johannesburg. Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka shared their experiences with lightning. They asked listeners…
#FirstThingFirst - ANC And MK Party To Battle Out In Court
Later this morning, the ANC will begin its two-level court battle against Umkhonto we Sizwe Party. The ruling party is challenging the registration of the Jacob Zuma-led MK Party by the IEC, in the first seating. Then next week, they are also taking them on in relation to Umkhonto we…
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Today's theme is songs about survival
Business Update - Nigeria’s Inflation At A 28-year High
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to speak about Nigeria’s economic performance, with the country’s inflation sitting at a 28-year high. They also spoke about South African Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago’s tenure getting extended.
Quality Of Education On The Spotlight
After 30 years of democracy, white professors and associate professors at mostly former Afrikaans universities still outnumber their African, Coloured and Indian counterparts. A snap survey by News24 found that almost three out of four members of the professoriate at North-West University (NWU), or 74%, as well as 69.3% at…
#FirstThingFirst - Siboniso Duma In Hot Water For “disrespecting” The Zulu King
The IFP has accused the ANC KZN leader Siboniso Duma of disrespecting the Zulu monarch and nation. This comes after tensions between the IFP, and the ANC reared their ugly head at the 110th commemoration of the death of King Dinuzulu kaCetshwayo on Saturday. Videos have been circulating on social…
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Today's theme is love triangle songs
Business Update - Internet Challenges Wreak Havoc
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi and Sizwe Dhlomo wrapped up banking results in SA, all highlighting concerns around the SA consumer. They also discuss internet challenges that wreck havoc over the last few days.
Will It Take TikTok Back If They Get Banned In The US?
Many countries remain cautious about the TikTok platform and its ties to China and want it banned . In the latest news, the US House of Representatives has approved a bill that could force the app's Chines owner ByteDance to divest from the company or face a ban.Kaya 959 Breakfast…
#FirstThingFirst - "Tracking Thabo Bester" Doccie; To Be Released Or Not?
The Johannesburg High Court will hear applications by convicted murderer and rapist Thabo Bester and the co-accused in his infamous prison escape, Nandipha Magadumana, seeking an order blocking Showmax from streaming a true crime documentary detailing their exploits. Should Showmax release or wait? Listeners share their views on the Kaya…
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Today's theme is songs about apology