Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00.
Business Update - Boeing’s Turbulent Times Result In Leadership Change
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about MTN’s results, which felt a pinch in Nigeria. She also broke down how aircraft manufacturer Boeing has been going through turbulent times, leading to a leadership change.
Transparency Of The Court In ANC vs MK Party Matter Will Save Them
Ahead of the Electoral Court handing down its judgment on whether the Jacob Zuma-led uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party) should be deregistered and barred from contesting the upcoming elections, Sizwe Dhlomo invited Legal Expert, Mpumelelo Zikalala, to weigh in. They touched on the alleged leak of the judgement; the postponement…
#FirstThingFirst - Should We Stop Playing Diddy’s Music?
CNN reports that search warrant activity at homes belonging to musician and producer Sean “Diddy” Combs on Monday is related to an ongoing sex trafficking investigation. The CNN source would not specify whether Combs himself was the specific target, citing the sensitive nature of the investigation. The team deliberated on…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is songs with the word "World" in the title
Business Update - Damelin, CityVarsity And Lyceum Colleges Deregistered
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi and Sizwe Dhlomo discussed Damelin College, CityVarsity, Lyceum colleges, and Icesa City Campus getting deregistered by Education of Higher Education. They also spoke about mining activities at Mafube Coal mine being at risk of closure.
Fake Middleton?
Mail Online is reporting that “shameless conspiracy theorists are continuing to peddle baseless and vicious rumours about the cancer-stricken Princess of Wales, outrageously claiming her brave announcement was AI-generated.” The team answer whether they can tell when something is AI-generated or not. Can you?
#FirstThingFirst - What Is John Steenhuisen Afraid Of?
DA leader John Steenhuisen was one of the speakers on Alec Hogg’s BizNews platform last week. During his speech, he implied that smaller parties are de-campaigning his party in the Western Cape. The team deliberated on his utterances and whether he is afraid of losing a grip on DA’s majority…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is South African hit songs sampled from other songs
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…
#SingItBack
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…
#SingItBack
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…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is songs about survival