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Kaya 959
From the heart of Gauteng wherever you may be, Kaya 959 connects with our loyal listeners through a range of digital and on-air platforms. At the core of their listening experience is a variety of familiar songs that they love including soul and R&B, kwaito, jazz, chart-toppers and old school jams. We bring them news that is relevant and conversations that inspire. Our presenters may be big names, but out of the speaker they are just the friend from around the corner. They are authentic and…
Episodes
Kaya 959Tech & Innovation: AI Everywhere – Productivity Gains, Hidden Cyber Risks
Kaspersky’s Brandon Muller unpacks new research showing 88% of South Africans endorse AI tools — even as 87% fear the risks. We explore shadow AI, data…
Kaya 959Leaky Pipelines & Broken Rungs: Fixing Gender Gaps in Investments
PPS Investments’ Fran Troskie breaks down why asset management still struggles with gender parity — from caregiving burdens to promotion barriers, wage gaps…
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Tax as Strategy: How Women Can Lead in a Volatile Economy
PwC’s Mbai Rashamuse joins our Women’s Month spotlight to unpack how tax can be a strategic lever for value creation — not just compliance. She explores…
Kaya 959Why Strong Markets Can Hide Big Risks
Allan Gray’s Jeff Tshikhudo explains why investors often overlook risk when markets are rising — and how sectors like precious metals can swing from top…
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Absa Delivers 8% Earnings Growth in Tough Conditions
Absa posts a resilient 1H26 performance with headline earnings up 8% to R12.8bn, ROE rising to 15%, and revenue growing 4%. We speak to Group FD Deon Raju…
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Sacci Confidence Edges Higher — But Is Sa’s Recovery Losing Momentum?
South Africa’s business confidence ticked up again, with SACCI’s July index rising to 125.4, its strongest level since March. Economist Richard Downing…
Kaya 959DRIVE MOMENT-If you were given the opportunity to redesign your child’s school, what ONE thing would you change?
Drive 959 with Glen, Skhumba & Kgomotso weekdays on Kaya 959, 15:00 - 18:00. Glen Lewis teams up with Skhumba Hlope, Kgomotso Meso, Angie Khumalo, and Katleho…
Kaya 959Kaya Creators Corner - Beatlab And Soul Candi Team Up To Train Africa's Next Music Generation DJ's, Producers e.tc.
Fresh and Thato spoke to Ryan Murgatroyd on the partnership between Soul Candi Institute of Music and Beatlab the platform built to connect and grow Africa's…
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Business Update - SA To Export Citrus To India & Uptick In Consumer's Medical Insurance
#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to make of news of SA's citrus export to India. They also looked at the uptick in South…
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International Delivery Driver Appreciation Day: What Is Your Relationship With The Delivery Guys?
Fresh, Thato and the team weighed in on the relationship they have with their delivery drivers and on some of the issues they'd like delivery drivers could…
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Kaya Breakfast Buddies - Kidvice Tuesday
Every Tuesday kids give advice on grown-up dilemmas. Kaya 959
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The Front Page - What Came Out Of Cat Matlala’s Testimony At Madlanga Yesterday
Fresh and Thato spoke to Kaya News Reporter, Tsholofelo Tsoko on what to make of Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's testimony at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry after…
Kaya 959SADC Summit focuses on migration, security and jobs
SADC leaders are meeting in Durban for the 46th Ordinary Summit, with migration, regional security, economic development and job creation high on the agenda…
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Iran warns of possible offensive action against US
Iran is signalling it could take a more offensive approach in its conflict with the United States as a ceasefire agreement expires. The Islamic Revolutionary…
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State allowed to reopen Usindiso fire case
The state has been given the go-ahead to reopen its case against Sithembiso Lawrence Mdlalose, accused of setting fire to the Usindiso building in…
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Court orders Manamela to reinstate NSFAS board
The High Court has ordered Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela to reinstate the NSFAS board, while suspending the appointment of Professor Sizwe Mathebula…
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Matlala details R15m loan to service SAPS contract
Alleged tender kingpin Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala has told the Madlanga Commission he borrowed R15 million from North West businessman Suleman Carrim to service…
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Women Behind the Wheel: Breaking Barriers in Automotive Leadership
From SABC broadcaster to senior communications leader at Isuzu Motors SA, Iviwe Poti shares her journey through two male‑dominated industries: automotive and…
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The Cost Women Carry - Inside SA’s Hidden Labour
The Her & Now 2026 report reveals a country where women feel overlooked by institutions, unsafe in public spaces, financially strained by products not built…
Kaya 959The Hidden Cost of Women’s Entrepreneurship
Many SME support systems are built on assumptions that ignore women lived realities. Sarah Mthintso of the SAB Foundation unpacks how unpaid care work, family…
Kaya 959The Retirement Gap Women Can’t Afford
Women retire with less money, live longer, and face higher healthcare costs — yet retirement planning still treats men and women as if their financial journeys…
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How Jockey Built a 95% Made‑in‑SA Apparel Business
As Jockey celebrates 150 years globally, South Africa stands out with a remarkable localisation story: over 95% of Jockey SA’s products are manufactured…
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MAKE IT MAKE SENSE- How South Africans aged 34–50 being overlooked for jobs.
GUEST: Professor Alistair Mokoena is a Dean at the Johannesburg Business School
Kaya 959The Blind Spot On The Best T In The City
At times we find ourselves in the doghouse with our partners, friends, family, or colleagues and we honestly just don’t understand why they are mad. So with…
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After 40 Is After 40 - Unpack Perimenopause, The Causes, Symptoms
Fresh, Thato and Mpho spoke to Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Dr Mpume Zenda, unpacking perimenopause, what actually causes it, the symptoms most women don't…
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Business Update - What To Expect In The Economic Week Ahead & Gold Sales Update
#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to expect in the Economic week ahead. They also reflected on the latest update to Gold sales…
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Kaya Breakfast Buddies - Parents & Teachers Just Don't Understand
Every Mondays kids get things off their chest about grown-ups and get to tell us how they spent the weekend. Kaya 959
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The Front Page - Troops On The Streets, But Gang Violence Continues To Soar
Fresh and Thato spoke to Daily Maverick Journalist, Takudzwa Pongweni on what to make of news the recent spike in gang related activities, this in light the…
Kaya 959Dr. Bev Ditsie on The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane
Dr Bev Palesa Ditsie is a South African activist, filmmaker, writer and cultural worker whose work has connected gender, sexuality, race, memory and human…
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Ntombizivumile Qupe on The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane
Ntombizivumile “Vumile” Qupe is the Head of Youth and Community Development Manager at Soweto Theatre, where she oversees community arts initiatives and helps…
Kaya 959What everyday moment do you deliberately take your time with?
We live in a world where everything feels rushed, work, meals, conversations, even rest. But there are some moments where you deliberately slow down because…
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Gauteng Women and Young Entrepreneurs Awards, celebrating women and youth in agriculture
Phemelo speaks to last year’s winner, Sophie Msibeni, and this year’s nominee, Prudence Maloka, at the Gauteng Women and Young Entrepreneurs Awards…
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Gauteng Women and Young Entrepreneurs Awards, celebrating women and youth in agriculture
Phemelo speaks to MEC Vuyiswa Ramokgopa at the Gauteng Women and Young Entrepreneurs Awards, celebrating women and youth in agriculture who are leading with…
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Business Update - Standard Bank Reports Solid First Half Financial Results & An Update On SA Q2 Mining Production
#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to make of Standard Bank's solid first half financial results. They also gave an update on SA…
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Fresh Fridays With Thabo "T-Bose" Mokwele Reflects On 20 Years At Kaya 959
Fresh and Thato had a seat down with Uncle T, Thabo Mokwele reflects on his career path, celebrating 20 years at Kaya 959, the value his wife brings to life…
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Kaya Buddies - Thank Me Later Fridays
Every Fridays kids suggest two fun things to do with your children over the weekend. Today we asking, where is the best place to host a birthday party? Kaya 959
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The Front Page - 14 Years On, Marikana Families Still Seek Justice For Police Killings
Fresh and Thato spoke to Mail & Guardian Politics Reporter, Kenneth Kwadi on their story ahead of Sunday marking 14 years since police killed 34 striking…
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POV PROFILE: Kelebogile Marope Wins 2026 FNB Art Prize
Contemporary artist Kelebogile Marope has been named the winner of the 2026 FNB Art Prize, recognised for her distinctive approach to sculpture and her ability…
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WHAT TO WATCH: End of Oak Street, Brink of War, Umtheto
Leroy Marc brings you his latest entertainment picks, reviewing The End of Oak Street, Brink of War, Umtheto and Sarajevo, alongside other films and theatre…
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Tackling Gang Violence Through Public Consultation
Gang violence has reached crisis levels, particularly in the Cape Flats, prompting Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Police to launch an in-depth inquiry…
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Wrap of the Week’s Top Stories with Katleho Sekhotho
Kaya News anchor Katleho Sekhotho joins Phemelo for a look back at the headlines that dominated the news cycle from Parliament rejecting NCC leader Fadiel…
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EmpowaWomen Celebrates 10 Years with City of Her
EmpowaWomen is marking a decade of championing women’s leadership with the launch of City of Her a movement designed to connect women to leadership…
Kaya 959The New CFO Mandate
Global research from the Oliver Wyman Forum and NYSE shows 89% of CFOs are increasing AI investment, yet only 6% say AI is their organisation’s most…
Kaya 959Turning Gender Costs Into Leverage
Women in South Africa spend an estimated R900 a month on gender-specific costs — from menstrual products to personal safety. Over a reproductive lifespan, that…
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Weaver Fintech’s Half‑Year shows Fintech Rising, Credit Tightening
Weaver Fintech grew revenue to R2.8 billion and now serves 5.1 million customers but rising debtor costs and tighter credit approvals reveal a consumer under…
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Standard Bank delivers Record Half-Year Earnings of R26 billion
Standard Bank reports record headline earnings of R26.1bn, up 10% for 1H26, with ROE rising to 19.8%, it's highest under Basel III. Sim Tshabalala unpacks the…
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DRIVE MOMENT TOPIC: DOES EVERYONE HAVE A PRICE?
Drive 959 with Glen, Skhumba & Kgomotso weekdays on Kaya 959, 15:00 - 18:00. Glen Lewis teams up with Skhumba Hlope, Kgomotso Meso, Angie Khumalo, and Katleho…
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Stuff About Stuff - Is South African Infrastructure Ready For An Electric Vehicle Surge & Money Permitting Would Go EV?
Fresh, Thato and Mpho spoke on their experience of driving an Electric Vehicles, the best charging routine and on how comfortable they were in driving long…
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Business Update - Earnings Season, Which Companies Are Doing Well?
#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi on what to make of the earnings season, specifically Catalogue retailer owner of Home Choice, Weaver Fintech earnings and…
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Do You Go Big Or Go Quiet On Your Birthday And Why?
Fresh, Thato and the team opined on new psychological research on people who go quiet on their birthdays, stating that it's actually a sign of quiet…
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Kaya Breakfast Buddies - Junior Jury Thursdays
Every Thursdays Kids help settle the debates. Kaya 959
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The Front Page - WhatsApp And Spam Calls Cost Vodacom & MTN Billions
Fresh and Thato spoke to Editor at Large at MyBroadband, Jan Vermeulen on what to make of the state of South Africa's mobile networks losing billions as voice…
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Legal Matters: Business Rescue and Executrix Removal Cases Unpacked
On this week’s Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana unpacks key cases, including a union’s successful business rescue bid and the removal of an executrix. She…
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Government proposes tougher penalties for illicit mining
Government is moving to strengthen the law against illicit mining, with the new General Mining Laws Amendment Bill proposing tougher penalties and making…
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Kubayi outlines key legislative changes
Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has outlined four key legislative amendment bills approved by Cabinet, including measures targeting illicit mining, changes…
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SA unemployment climbs to 33,6%
South Africa’s unemployment rate has climbed to 33,6%, with 345 000 more people now without work, according to the latest Stats SA Quarterly Labour Force…
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Women Behind the Wheel: How SA’s Used‑Car Market Is Changing
Women now make 39% of financed vehicle purchases in South Africa — and they’re demanding a car‑buying experience built on trust, transparency and convenience…
Kaya 959The Women Strengthening SA’s Mining Value Chain
Female‑owned geological consultancy GeoAxis Resources — founded by geologists Nangamso Magobiyane and Futhi Mavimbela — is helping junior miners build safer…
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Women Moving Markets: Charmaine Houvet on Leadership, Technology and Africa’s Economic Future
What does it take for women to move from breaking barriers in traditionally male-dominated industries to actually shaping the future of those industries? We…
Kaya 959Inside Your Business: Gender Equality on Paper, Inequality in Practice
Despite constitutional protections, South African women still face widening pay gaps, stalled executive representation, unpaid care burdens, and age‑based…