Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
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Bsusines Update - Latest on the debt burden at Fourways Mall
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the developments on the debt burden at Fourways Mall. They also previewed the economic week ahead, with focus on elections and the MPC. In addition, they briefly touched on influencers’ impact on restaurant business bottom-line, following a Tik Tok trend…
The dead Internet theory
Editor of MyBroadband, Jan Vermeulen, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss the theory of dead internet. The dead internet theory essentially claims that activity and content on the internet, including social media accounts, are predominantly being created and automated by artificial intelligence agents. The discussion highlighted flaws in the search engine…
#FirstThingsFirst - Ramaphosa’s last family meeting?
In an unprecedented move on the eve of a general election, and with his party facing the loss of its majority for the first time, President Cyril Ramaphosa used the public broadcaster on Sunday night to trumpet the ANC’s achievements in office in the past five years. The team pondered…
Business Update - Damelin College face more challenges
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the latest developments in the Educor group debacle, with owners of Damelin College facing more challenges. They also spoke about Nigeria increasing interest rates to an all-time high.
Open Line - Podcast & Chill, financial advisors, service delivery, .parenting, and more.
On today’s Open Line, Sizwe Dhlomo, Sol Phenduka, Mfundo Mabalane and Philasande Sixaba answer questions on various subjects. These included Sol on how he differentiates being on Podcast & Chill and on Siz The World; whether Sizwe would advise someone financially if that person ran into a lumpsum of money;…
#FirstTHingsFirst - King Misuzulu at loggerheads with the ANC.
King Misuzulu KaZwelithini is threatening to take the government to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing it of trying to curtail his power through weakening traditional leadership with the intention of defrauding the Zulus of their land. He went as far as implying he will hit the ANC at…
#SingItBack - 23 May 2024
Today's theme is artist with great chemistry…
Business Update - SA inflation levels still high.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about SA inflation, which is still at elevated levels despite easing in April. She also provided an update on the BHP and Anglo deal.
SABC passing the buck to Eskom for losing viewership.
The SABC has said that last year's power cuts had a devastating impact on the creative industry and the company. While load shedding has been suspended for over a month, the SABC said that continued cuts in the year under review resulted in a decline in viewers. The team discussed…
#FirstThingsFirst - Possibility of Fikile Mbalula being privately prosecuted.
AfriForum is challenging the NPA’s decision not to prosecute Fikile Mbalula over a controversial 2016 Dubai trip. AfriForum's Private Prosecution Unit, which obtained the police docket related to the payment for the holiday following a Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) application, is convinced Mbalula has a case to…
#SingItBack - 22 May 2024
Today's theme is songs that address scandals of Pop Artist
Business Update - Capitec leads the pack in terms of retail clients.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the banking numbers revealing that Capitec has the most retail clients in South Africa, at over 22 million. They also touched on Life Healthcare results, which show a continuation of pressure for the private hospital operator’s profit margins.
The lopsided South African economy
A few days ago, Helen Zille was on David Mashabela’s podcast where she spoke about the ratio between South Africans who pay tax to those who receive social grants. According to President Cyril Ramaphosa, the country's economy has tripled since 1994, despite employment numbers increasing from 8 million to 16.7…
#FirstThingsFirst - Effectiveness of Mmusi Maimane’s new election ad.
Ahead of the launch of his new tell-all book titled 'Dare to Believe: Why I Could Not Stay in the DA' yesterday, Mmusi Maimane launched his party BOSA’s new election ad campaign via the X platform. The team shared their views on the ad, examining its message and targeted audience…
#SingItBack - 21 May 2024
Today's theme is songs about falling…
Business Update - Owners of Wimpy and Mugg & Bean show lower profits.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss the red flags highlighted by the Competition Commission in proposed acquisitions in the broadband space. They also spoke about Famous Brands, the owners of Wimpy and Mugg & Bean, showing lower profits in their results.
Mandisa Maya is the sole candidate interviewed for Chief Justice.
Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya is due to go before the Judicial Service Commission today for an interview to become the next Chief Justice. Justice Maya has previously been interviewed for the position of Chief Justice, but the President chose Chief Justice Zondo for the job. The team shared their…
#FirstThingsFirst - ANC pulls out of eNCA’s election town hall debate.
The ANC on Sunday withdrew from eNCA’s election town hall debate hours before it was commence. eNCA reports that the decision by the governing party followed concerns raised over the venue where the debate took place. The event was held at the South African Jewish Museum in Cape Town. The…
#SingItBack - 20 May 24
Today's theme is Tribute songs
Business Update - Checkers Sixty60 ups its offering.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about Spotify facing a U.S lawsuit for unpaid royalties. They also touched on Checkers Sixt60 upping its offering in the battle for more online sales.