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 - 05 December 2024
Today's theme is songs directed by Hype Williams (Songs with videos directed by Hype Williams)
Business Update - Bitcoin reaches $100K
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to reflect on the latest financial results for Tiger Brands, highlighting the big wins as well as challenges. They also spoke about Bitcoin reaching $100 000.
Most pupils struggle to master basic maths, science, reading skills
South Africa's Grade 5 pupils have been ranked last out of 59 countries in maths and science in an international standardised test conducted last year. However, the country's Grade 9 performance in maths in the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) has shown "a remarkable upward trend" after…
#SingItBack - Smoke coming out of GNU, but no-one wants to get out of the kitchen
President Cyril Ramaphosa's office has again taken umbrage with DA federal council chair Helen Zille after she said South Africa's position in the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) was under threat. Zille appeared on SABC's Face the Nation on Tuesday night where she rationalised why the DA would not…
#SingItBack - 04 December 24
Today's theme is singers that make you feel their pain in their songs
Business Update - Durban Beachfront getting a revamp
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo about new upgrades planned to take place at the Durban Beachfront ahead of the holiday season. They also spoke about Moody's Ratings affirming South Africa's credit rating.
Going through a lifestyle audit
Legal Council CEO, Charity Nzuza, refused to sign lifestyle audit, claiming it invaded staff privacy. She says she objected to a lifestyle audit at the body because it asked staff for details of their family's financial interests - and she had "never heard of an organisation which invades staff's privacy…
#FirstThingsFirst - The President's report card
Yesterday was a busy day in President Cyril Ramaphosa's world. Some of the noteworthy developments include Parliament approving a salary increase for the President; relaxing VISA regulations to ease trade between South Africa and Nigeria during Nigerian President Bola Tinubu's state visit; and the mini cabinet reshuffle that saw embattled…
#SingItBack - 03 December 2024
Today's theme is Billboard's greatest Pop stars
Business Update - Black Friday: what banks say we've been spending on
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to provide an update on Nampak's latest financial results. They also broke down what banks like Capitec and Discovery say we spent on this past Black Friday.
Roddy Rich accuses YouTuber of trying to extort him $50k to return his Grammy
Last month, a California YouTuber claimed to have uncovered the rapper Roddy Ricch's Grammy award in an abandoned storage unit he bought for $280. The rapper accuses the YouTuber of attempting to extort him for $50,000 in exchange for its return. The team shared their views on this incident and…
#FirstThingsFirst - Politicians more open to non-traditional media
With politicians being more open to doing interviews on non-tradition media, the team discussed the differences in behaviour when they are on those platforms compared to traditional radio and TV media. They asked, "is there more value in politicians being more personal? Does it translate into votes? Does it affect…
#SingItBack - 02 December 2024
Today's theme is artist born in December.
Business Update - Trump tariff woes target BRICS nations.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to reflect on Donald Trump's warning to BRICS about not using the dollar for trade within its nations. They also spoke about VW factories in Germany facing closure and renewing strike action.
HIV/AIDS education in today's world.
Yesterday marked World AIDS Day, a global call to action in the fight against HIV. The team discussed the prevention of the virus, compared to treatment thereof; as well as the impact of education on the disease. Do you feel the messaging around HIV/AIDS is different or it's non-existent these…
#FirstThingsFirst - Mtolo in hot water for calling Ramaphosa weak.
ANC Provincial Secretary in KwaZulu-Natal, Bheki Mtolo, is in hot water with President Cyril Ramaphosa after he presented a report saying the president’s weakness contributed to the party’s dismal showing in the province in the May elections. The team deliberated on Mtolo's utterances and asked if this could be seen…
#SingItBack - 29 November 2024
Today's theme is artist born in November.
Business Update - South Africans expected to take advantage of Black Friday deals
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to provide an update on Boxer retail listing on the JSE yesterday. They also spoke about high expectations for South Africans to shop for this Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
#OpenLine: Open borders, illegal miners, abuse of emergency sirens, Boxer listing, etc
On today's #OpenLine, the #SizTheWorld and listeners discussed open borders; the illegal miners who have resurfaced from Stilfontein mine shafts; social media management; law enforcement officers abusing their power; Boxer listing on the JSE; handling co-paring as a divorcee; and more.
#FirstThingsFirst - Gayton McKenzie promises a monthly allowance for living legends
Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie announced on Thursday that his department will commission documentaries to celebrate 25 legends of the creative sector. Speaking at an event honouring the stars who are part of The Living Legends Legacy Fraternity Trust, he also promised a monthly allowance for artists over…