Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00.
Business Update - Banking Fraud At ATMs On The Rise
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the latest developments in the Post Office restructure. They delved into the warning consumers have been given that banking fraud at ATM’s is on the rise.
An Italian Woman Leaves Her Fortune To Her Caregiver?
Maria Malfatti, an Italian woman who died at the age of 80 last year, and had enormous wealth that exceeded R101 million, bequeathed that wealth to her caregiver. Her nephews, who expected they would be receiving the money, are fighting for their share. The team shared their views on whether…
#FirstThingFirst - Does Corruption Derail Transformation?
At the back of the resignation of Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula from her position as Speaker of Parliament, the team discussed how corruption derails the transformation agenda. They touched on whether we should forgo affirmative action as a sacrifice for better leadership, for example.
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Business Update - Consumers Hit By Another Petrol Price Hike
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to speak about the latest increase in petrol price. They also reflected on Huawei’s dominance, resulting in the Chinese technology firm reporting that its profits more than doubled in 2023.
City of Joburg Approves A Policy To Offer VIP Security For Councillors
The DA in the City of Johannesburg says it is worried about the cost implications of providing VIP security to councillors in the municipality. According to the DA, the City has adopted a VIP protection policy for all councillors. Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka discuss whether councillors need the protection…
#FirstThingFirst - Steve-O Questions Bill Maher’s Response To His Request Not To Smoke Weed In His Presence
Steve-O said on a recent episode of his “Wild Ride!” podcast that he had to turn down a request to appear on Bill Maher‘s podcast because Maher allegedly refused not to smoke pot during the interview. “Jackass” alum Steve-O is 16 years sober. Maher is often seen smoking marijuana during…
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Today's theme is artists born in April
Business Update - Increases In Illicit Cigarette Trade Threatens Jobs At BAT
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the sharp increase in illicit cigarette trade, which threatens jobs at British American Tobacco. She also provided an update on the trouble at aircraft manufacturer, Boeing, threatening jobs in the U.S aviation space as well.
Telkom Unhappy With New Termination Rate
Business Day reports on its front page this morning that Telkom has attacked new call termination regulations that aim to cut voice communication costs and give smaller players a leg up, saying these unfairly prejudice its fixed-line business. MyBroadband Editor Jan Vermeulen joined Sizwe Dhlomo to weigh in on this…
#FirstThingFirst - What Can Politicians Do At This Point To Sway Your Vote?
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Easter Sunday took his election campaign to one of the biggest churches in South Africa, the St Engenas ZCC at Moria in Limpopo, where he received a warm welcome. EFF leader Julius Malema also attended the same service. The team deliberated on whether, this late in…
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Today's theme is Soul Inspired Urban Songs
Busines Update - Canal+ And Multichoice Deal Rumoured To Soon Include Patrice Motsepe
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi and Sizwe Dhlomo spoke about Patrice Motsepe entering the fray in the bid for Canal+ and Multichoice deal. They also previewed South African Reserve Bank’s MPC projections.
YouTube Ordered To Hand Over Data On People Who Watched Specific Videos
U.S. authorities ordered Google to reveal personal information about the viewers of selected YouTube videos due to an unidentified individual’s engagement with the content, reported Forbes. Editor of MyBroadband (which has also carried the story), Jan Vermeulen, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss these kinds of incidents in general. They touched…
#FirstThingFirst - Latest Evidence In The AKA Murder Case Allegedly Points At Gcaba Family
The detective investigating the murders of Kiernan "AKA" Forbes and his friend, chef Tebello "Tibz" Motsoane, outside Wish on Florida in February last year alleges the source of an R800,000 payoff was Durban businessman Sydney Mfunda Gcaba. The team deliberated on the evidence led in big cases and pondered, “do…
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Business Update - The Economic Impact Of The Baltimore Bridge Collapse
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi and Sizwe Dhlomo provided an update on Educor higher learning institutions. They also discussed the economic impact of the Baltimore Bridge collapse.
The Concept Of Work Wives And Work Husbands
Kate Abdo's partner Malik Scott has broken his silence on Jamie Carragher's bizarre on-air comments about the CBS Sports anchor not being 'loyal' two weeks ago. The chemistry between Kate and co-anchor Thiery Henry doesn’t quell the utterances. The team share their views on work wives and work husbands.
#FirstThingFirst - Collen Malatji Fails To Declare Financial Interests To Parliament
Several ANC parliamentarians were reprimanded in Parliament yesterday and sanctioned for failing to declare their financial interests on time. These include ANC Youth League President, Collen Malatji. The team discussed whether his excuses for not doing so, offered by ANCYL Spokesperson Zama Khanyase on NewzRoom Afrika two days ago, are…
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Today's theme is artists with famous children