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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 959Beitbridge truck backlog eases after BMA intervention
The truck backlog at the Beitbridge border post has eased from about 20 kilometres to eight, following engagements between South African and Zimbabwean border…
Kaya 959PIC At War With Itself: Governance and the health of Pensions
The Public Investment Corporation—custodian of more than R3 trillion in public money and the retirement savings of millions of South Africans—is once again in…
Kaya 959Ekasinomics: Bridging SA’s Telecoms Gaps
Connectivity is now a prerequisite for economic participation — from township entrepreneurs using digital payments to SMEs competing in national markets. Gig…
Kaya 959Africa’s Delivery Generation: Youth Demand Jobs & Clean Government
The African Youth Survey 2026 reveals a rising generation more optimistic than at any time since the pandemic — but demanding delivery, accountability and…
Kaya 959Cyber, Fraud & AI Risks Collide
Cyber incidents are now the top business risk globally and in South Africa — but the real challenge is how they intersect with fraud, governance failures…
Kaya 959SA’s Energy Future in a Volatile World
South Africa’s Presidential Climate Commission, the Presidential Economic Advisory Council and the National Planning Commission have issued a joint advisory…
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…
Kaya 959Girls Lets Talk: Andy was joined by relationship expert Thabang Mashigo and Old Mutual Head of Brand, Vuyokazi Mabude
Ahead of the JSE SheInvests conference taking place on the 1st of August at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, Andy was joined by relationship expert Thabang…
Kaya 959DRIVE MOMENT: WHATS ONE ITEM OF CLOTHING YOU REFUSE TO SPEND BIG MONEY ON?
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 959Girls Lets Talk: Andy was joined by relationship expert Thabang Mashigo and Old Mutual Head of Brand, Vuyokazi Mabude
Ahead of the JSE SheInvests conference taking place on the 1st of August at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, Andy was joined by relationship expert Thabang…
Kaya 959Big Moves - From Aspirations Of Becoming A Teacher, To CEO of R1 Trillion Industry, Meet Zinhle Tyikwe
She once dreamed of becoming a teacher. Instead, Zinhle Tyikwe found herself working as a security guard while chasing her first break in HR. Today, she leads…
Kaya 959Business Update - World Cup Viewership Helping Multichoice See An Increase In Subscribers
#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to make of World Cup viewership helping MultiChoice to see an increase in subscribers. They…
Kaya 959Have You Ever Changed Schools For Your Child Due To Teachers Leaving The School
In light of news of South African schools losing teachers faster than they can replace them and reports suggesting that every year, 6000 teachers walk out of a…
Kaya 959Kaya Breakfast Buddies - Kids Updating Adults
Every Wednesday, kids teach the adults the latest slang, trends and what's cool. Kaya 959
Kaya 959The Front Page - What To Expect From The Sowetan Today
Fresh and Thato spoke to The Sowetan Deputy Editor, Thabiso Thakali on what to make of a Soweto Lottery grant scam story, experienced by residents of Protea…
Kaya 959Civil society calls for rethink of AU convention on violence against women
African feminists, women’s rights organisations and civil society groups are calling for a pause in the adoption of the African Union Convention on Ending…
Kaya 959Illegal guns linked to 99% of firearm murders in South Africa
New parliamentary figures are raising fresh concerns about the role of illegal firearms in South Africa’s murder crisis. DA MP and Police Portfolio Committee…
Kaya 959Gauteng Grade 1 and 8 applications open in August
Parents across Gauteng have less than two weeks to prepare for the opening of the 2027 online admissions system for Grade 1 and Grade 8. Applications open at…
Kaya 959EFF challenges court interdict blocking Ramaphosa impeachment inquiry
The fight over President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala impeachment inquiry is heading to the Constitutional Court. The EFF is challenging a Western Cape High…
Kaya 959Treasury to release remaining municipal funding
National Treasury is set to release the remaining municipal funds withheld over concerns about financial compliance. The move follows ongoing monitoring of 69…
Kaya 959African‑Built AI for Solving Real Business Problems in 11 Languages
Allsight AI founders Thobani Dlamini and Thato Molaba join Kaya Biz to discuss building South Africa’s own AI communication infrastructure — already used by…
Kaya 959Building a Future‑Ready Mining & Energy Company: Mantengu’s Next Chapter
Mantengu CEO Magen Naidoo shares how he is steering the company into a new era — blending mining and energy strategy, people‑centred leadership, fiscal…
Kaya 959AI, 4IR & Mining’s Future: Human‑Centred Innovation for Africa
RIIS energy and sustainability expert Sylvesters Okello unpacks PwC’s Ten Insights into 4IR in South African Mining. We explore CEO‑driven AI adoption, the…
Kaya 959Kumba Iron Ore’s H1 Profit down 41% on Global Headwinds
Kumba Iron Ore delivered R10.9bn EBITDA despite a challenging external environment, rising unit costs and softer production. CEO Mpumi Zikalala discusses…
Kaya 959Mining Momentum Falters: Fuel Costs, Conflict & Commodity Pressures
South Africa’s mining sector hit its first production contraction in five months, with May down 4.5% year‑on‑year. Minerals Council Economist André Lourens…
Kaya 959DRIVE MOMENT: What’s one new innovation or trend that you simply refuse to jump on—and why?
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 959What’s something you always do “just in case”?
What’s something you always do “just in case”? It might never happen… but you’re prepared anyway. We all have those tiny habits that make us feel a little more…
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…
Kaya 959Kaya Creators Corner With Sadika Fakir, Award-winning Marketer & Author of Corporate Rebel
Fresh and Thato spoke to Award-winning Marketer & Author of Corporate Rebel, Sadika Fakir on what to expect from her debut book, "Corporate Rebel" which is…
Kaya 959Business Update - Impala Platinum Closes Mine Shift For Safety Concern & End Off Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder Lawsuit
#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to make of Implats halting its Rustenburg operations after two miners die in accidents, raising…
Kaya 959The Art Of Navigating Corporate Politics & How To Find Success
Fresh, Thato & the team opined on the best advise they wished they had or would give to someone navigating the world of corporate politics in order to find…
Kaya 959Kaya Breakfast Buddies - Kidvice Tuesday
Every Tuesday kids give advice on grown-up dilemmas. Kaya 959
Kaya 959The Front Page - Latest Madlanga Commission Update With Kaya News, Tsholofelo Tsoko
Fresh and Thato spoke to Kaya News Reporter, Tsholofelo Tsoko on what to make of yesterday's Madlanga Commission session dropped new bombshells including…
Kaya 959Benjamin Leshoro breaks down Banyana Banyana’s WAFCON shock defeat
Phemelo Motene speaks to sports broadcaster Benjamin Leshoro about Banyana Banyana’s disappointing 2-1 defeat to Tanzania in their opening WAFCON Group B…
Kaya 959Zainah El-Haroun unpacks rising violence in the West Bank
Phemelo Motene speaks to Al-Haq Organisation’s Media and Strategic Communications Officer, Zainah El-Haroun, about the latest violence in the occupied West…
Kaya 959JSE’s SheInvests: Dr Judey Pretorius on women, entrepreneurship and financial empowerment
Phemelo Motene speaks to biomedical scientist, entrepreneur and Biomedical Emporium founder and MD Dr Judey Pretorius about the JSE’s SheInvests initiative and…
Kaya 959Dr Joan Swart unpacks the latest developments in the US-Iran conflict
Phemelo speaks to Defence and Strategic Analyst Dr Joan Swart about the latest developments in the US-Iran conflict, as Washington pauses its strikes to give…
Kaya 959Joburg nightlife battles the water crisis
Phemelo speaks to Daily Maverick journalist Naledi Mashishi about what happens when Johannesburg’s water crisis follows you onto the dance floor. From dry taps…
Kaya 959SA legal and political developments
Phemelo speaks to legal expert Bophelo Seleke about three major stories in the headlines. They unpack the resignation of IDAC head Andrea Johnson, the ongoing…
Kaya 959Family Business to National Player: Anton Gillis on SA’s Hospitality Future
Platinum Hospitality Holdings is set to announce Anton Gillis as its new CEO — marking a major succession moment for one of SA’s leading family‑built hotel…
Kaya 959Remote Global Work as SA’s New Career Lifeline
With South Africa’s unemployment rate above 32%, a surprising lifeline is emerging from abroad — especially from the UK. Rising hiring costs and skills…
Kaya 959How Experts Invest When Markets Fall
Volatile markets have left many investors panicked — but seasoned professionals behave very differently. Siyabulela Nomoyi, Quantitative Portfolio Manager at…
Kaya 959SA Consumers Under Pressure: Retail Signals & MPC Reality
South Africa’s consumer is flashing warning signs — and two retail updates have sharpened the picture. Cashbuild’s weak building materials demand and Mr…
Kaya 959MAKE IT MAKE SENSE: President Ramaphosa wins court bid to block impeachment inquiry
President Ramaphosa wins court bid to block impeachment inquiry with Dr. Thapelo Tselapedi is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Political Studies, at the…
Kaya 959If certain words didn't have their current meanings, what words would actually make great names?
Some words actually sound like they could be someone's name... but because we know what they mean, we'd never use them. So, If certain words didn't have their…
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…
Kaya 959After 40 Is After 40 - Dealing With Career & Life Pivots
Fresh, Thato and the team discussed the challenges of pivoting in your 40's, whether it be a career change, semigrating or even leaving the country. The team…
Kaya 959Business Update - MTN & Vodacom Take ICASA To Court & Finance Minister Seeks To Restore PIC Board
#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke Fresh and Thato on what to make of MTN and Vodacom launching separate legal challenges against communications regulator…
Kaya 959Should Parents Be Held Legally Responsible For What Happens To Their Kids Online, Or Is That Asking Too Much In 2026?
Fresh and Thato spoke to Social Media Lawyer, Emma Sadlier on what to make of news of Countries around the world looking to lower the age at which a child can…
Kaya 959Kaya Breakfast Buddies - Parents & Teachers Just Don't Understand
Every Mondays kids get things off their chest about grown-ups and get to tell us hoe they spent the weekend. What is the one thing you looking forward too…
Kaya 959The Front Page - What To Expect From The Daily Maverick Today
Fresh and Thato spoke to Daily Maverick Journalist, Zukiswa Pikoli on what to make of head of IDAC, Adv. Andrea Johnson's request to be released from her post…
Kaya 959Bholoja On The World Show With Nicky B
Bholoja, an acclaimed Eswatini singer, songwriter, and cultural storyteller, will be joining The World Show this Sunday. From his early recordings to his most…
Kaya 959Linda Sikhakhane on The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane
Linda Sikhakhane is a prodigious saxophonist and composer whose work is deeply rooted in his Zulu heritage and the spiritual traditions of KwaNongoma, meaning…
Kaya 959Nubya Garcia on The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane
Nubya Garcia is a central figure in the modern British jazz renaissance, a London-born saxophonist, composer, and bandleader whose work is synonymous with the…
Kaya 959Dr Nduduzo Makhathini on The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane
What does it mean to continuously workshop ideas? Or to finally be at peace with neither arriving nor resolving, and to embrace music as an ever-shifting…
Kaya 959DRIVE 959 MUNCHKINZ: Who were you most excited to see again at school?
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 959Which app on your phone knows you a little too well… and would expose you if someone opened it?
Which app on your phone knows you a little too well… and would expose you if someone opened it? We’ve all got that one app that has seen things… Kaya 959…
Kaya 959Liquideep Joined T-Bose On My Top 10 At 10
From shaping the soundtrack of a generation to inspiring the next—Liquideep joined T-Bose on My Top 10 At 10 for an honest conversation about reuniting, their…
Kaya 959Fresh Fridays With The Mixwells (Fistaz Mixwell and Mpumi Mlambo) On Their Latest music, Gigs, YouTube Channel
Fresh and Thato spoke to The Mixwells (Fistaz Mixwell and Mpumi Mlambo) on their house music love story, their YouTube channel that started as two people…
Kaya 959Business Update - MPC Decision To Leave Interest Rates & Pic Chairperson Steps Down
#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to make of yesterday's MPC decision to leave interest rates unchanged. They also weighed in on…