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 - 04 April 2025
Today's theme is artists who were once “Cancelled” for Various Reasons
Business Update - MassMart revamps old Game stores
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss retailer Game relaunch, with MassMart revamping its old Game stores. She also provided an update on the fall out of Trump's tariffs.
#OpenLine - General Mkhwanazi, high tuition fees, Mpho from #PlayDough,Trump tariffs, fibre service provider issues, etc
Today's #OpenLine covered various subjects, amongst them, bringing back the counter of the criminals killed by KZN cops; the exorbitant tuition fees nowadays; a wonderful visit from one of our #PlayDough participants, Mpho, why we can't reciprocate Trump tariffs; fibre service provider issues, and the latest GNU developments.
#FirstThingsFirst - The way the NPA handles cases
Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has given the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) a strict deadline to explain its failure to secure a conviction against Nigerian televangelist Timothy Omotoso. Kubayi has given NPA head Shamila Batohi two business days to account for what went wrong. She wants a full report on why…
#SingItBack - 03 April 2025
Today's theme is 2000’s Movie Soundtracks.
Business Update - Market expectations for today
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to further discuss Trump's tariffs. They also spoke about what the market expectations are for today in the wake of these tariffs.
Trump slaps SA with 30% tariffs
President Donald Trump on Wednesday unveiled global reciprocal tariffs during an event at the White House just before 10.30pm. The highly anticipated announcement, which had markets and investment managers alike on tenterhooks included a 30% for South Africa, and Trump mentioned twice that “some bad things are going on in…
#FirstThingsFirst - Democracy at play in passing budget
The GNU in its current form is not likely to last, with pointed comments from the Presidency. “You can’t be part of a government whose Budget you opposed,” said the Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya minutes after the Budget was passed without the Democratic Alliance’s support. Asked whether President Cyril Ramaphosa…
#SingItBack - 02 April 2025
Today's theme is Best R&B & Rap Collabos
Business update - SARS revenue collection exceeds expectations
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sol Phenduka about the Competition Commission calling out FlySafair for overbooking flights. They also reflected on an interview with SARS Commissioner on Kaya Biz last night, who broke down how they exceeded expectations in their revenue collection efforts.
What makes the Chinese cars attractive to consumers?
In February, Chery ranked seventh with the most vehicles sold in the country, and fifth with passenger vehicles. Several new Chinese automakers have entered the local market but do not yet report sales figures to the local automotive body. Owner of Pogiso Electronics Auto and Motoring Expert, Pogiso Dibakoane, joined…
#FirstThingsFirst - ActionSA new ally of the ANC on budget vote
The two largest parties in the GNU, the ANC and the DA, have once again reached an impasse, this time over the passing of the national budget. Negotiations between the two parties were reportedly ongoing and expected to go down to the wire. If those discussions fail, ActionSA could help…
#SingItBack - 01 April 2025
Today's theme is artists born in April
Business Update - Arcelor Mittal receives financial support from the state
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to provide an update on Arcelor Mittal, with the steel manufacturer receiving financial support from the state. They also spoke about global market jitters ahead of Donald Trump's implementation of trade tariffs.
Can Matthew McConaughey help Philasande fall asleep?
Philasande Sixaba, who is standing in for Mpho Maboi, struggled to fall asleep after completing his shift on what he calls his "rest day" yesterday. The team and listeners gave Philasande some suggestions, including Matthew McConaughey's bedtime stories on the Calm App, on helping the Sandman reach him.
#FirstThingsFirst - Must people trend online first before justice is served?
A seven-year-old girl from Bergview College in Matatiele in the Eastern Cape was allegedly raped in October last year while waiting for transport. It has taken five months for the public to hear of the incident. The team and listeners held a multi-layered and engaging discussion on this incent, touching…
#SingItBack - 31 March 2025
Today's theme is artists touring SA in 2025
Business Update - Capitec gets a new CEO
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to speak about MultiChoice's operational performance facing pressure. They also touched on the announcement of the new CEO of Capitec
Celebrating South Africa
Some of the artists that are touring South Africa in the next few months include Doja Cat, Masego, Brand New Heavies, Kenny G, Summer Walker, Ari Lennox, and Travis Scott. Despite all the misinformation branding us as a bad country, people still want to visit and experience the country for…
#FirstThingsFirst - Conflict resolution within families
Shocking recordings of AmaZulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini Zulu swearing at one of his sisters have emerged. The recordings were first shared by a TikTok account belonging to a person using the name ‘Prince Nqokonqoko’ this week. With the recording making rounds, some people called the king's behaviour appalling while others…