Kaya Breakfast: Your Fresh Start

Business Update - SANTACO Sounds The Alarm On 7-Seater Cars & Concerns On Financial Risks Facing Insurance Companies

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on Santaco raising urgent concerns regarding the rise of illegal, unregulated seven-seater vehicles operating as public transport. They also discussed the Prudential Authority's warning that while the insurance sector remains well-capitalized, future operational and systemic risks are mounting.   

13 Jul 1AM 5 min

Should Celebrities Be Obliged To Give Back Or Donate Towards Charitable Causes?

Fresh, Thato and the team weigh in on what to make of the notion that celebrities should be obliged to donating to charitable causes or state social welfare. Listeners also reflected on whether it is fair to expect celebrities to give back or donate towards the welfare of the state?…

13 Jul 1AM 13 min

Kaya Breakfast Buddies - Parents Just Don't Understand

Every Mondays kids get things off their chest about grown-ups.

13 Jul 12AM 7 min

The Front Page - Top Stories On Daily Maverick Today

Fresh and Thato spoke to Daily Maverick Editor in Chief, Jillian Green looking at Daily Maverick's top stories namely; concerns on threats posed by sinkholes as illegal mining keeps hollowing out Joburg. They also discussed the concerns around refuse collection this in light of growing Joburg’s funding woes as Pikitup…

13 Jul 12AM 10 min

Fresh Fridays With Celeste Ntuli

DJ Fresh and Thato Mataboge caught up with comedian and actress Celeste Ntuli about her recent break from the limelight, winning the Headliner of the Year award at the 2026 Savanna Comics' Choice Comedy Awards after being nominated in three categories, her memorable run on Isibaya, and preparing to headline…

10 Jul 2AM 26 min

DJ Fresh & Thato Co-Host with Avid Kaya 959 Listener Mamolete Soke

Mamolete Soke from Meadowlands, a devoted Kaya 959 listener, was invited to co-host the show alongside DJ Fresh and Thato after sending a heartfelt voice note revealing that she had given up on her dream of working in radio. Wanting to reignite her passion and remind her that dreams don't…

10 Jul 2AM 17 min

Business Update: SPAR Recalls Some Dairy Products, Edgars Revival Gains Momentum with Plans to Open New Stores in SA

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi joined DJ Fresh and Thato to unpack SPAR's recall of selected dairy products. They also discussed the revival of Edgars and the retailer's plans to open new stores across South Africa.

10 Jul 1AM 4 min

Kaya Breakfast Buddies - Thank Me later

Kids suggest two fun things to do with your children over the weekend.

10 Jul 12AM 5 min

The Front Page: Top Stories in Mail & Guardian Today

DJ Fresh and Thato spoke to Mail & Guardian editor Japhet Ncube about the DA's decision not to discipline John Steenhuisen. This comes after the party confirmed that it would not take disciplinary action against its former leader, despite his public claims accusing the party of betrayal and dragging former…

10 Jul 12AM 9 min

Business Update: Transnet Coal Shipments Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels, Shell SA Assets Sold to Abu Dhabi-Based Firm

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi joined DJ Fresh and Thato to unpack Transnet's coal shipments returning to pre-pandemic levels. They also discussed the sale of Shell's South African assets to an Abu Dhabi-based firm.

9 Jul 1AM 3 min

No Romance Without Finance: What's the Financial Pressure Like in Your Relationship and the Dating Game?

DJ Fresh and Thato reflected on what would have been the 76th birthday of the late Gwen Guthrie, whose 1986 hit Ain't Nothin' Goin' On But the Rent became an anthem about financial responsibility in relationships. Forty years later, that conversation feels more relevant than ever, with money remaining one…

9 Jul 1AM 14 min

Kaya Breakfast Buddies: Junior Jury Thursdays

Kids help settle the debates. Today's question: If you spot your favourite celebrity having a meal with their family at a restaurant, should you ask for a selfie or leave them alone? Junior Jury: Should you ask for a selfie or leave them alone?

9 Jul 12AM 4 min

The Front Page - Top Stories To Look Out For In The Sowetan Today

DJ Fresh and Thato spoke to Sowetan Deputy Editor Thabiso Thakali about what to expect in today's edition of the newspaper, with a focus on the Department of Health's preparations for potential Ebola cases in South Africa. They also discussed Sowetan's Q&A feature with Afrosoul singer Mzulu Phaqa, who reflected…

9 Jul 12AM 13 min

Business Update: East Africa Leads Banking Growth in Africa, Eskom Slowly Scales Back Load Reduction

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi joined DJ Fresh and Thato to unpack East Africa's emergence as the fastest-growing banking region on the continent, driven by the widespread adoption of digital financial services. They also discussed Eskom's gradual scaling back of its load reduction programme.

8 Jul 1AM 4 min

Is There Something You've Pursued with All Your Might and Realised There's Just No Achieving It?

DJ Fresh and Thato reflected on Cristiano Ronaldo's acceptance that he may never win the FIFA World Cup. The duo asked listeners: What dream or goal have you finally accepted may never happen? When did you realise it was time to let go? And can you share an example of…

8 Jul 1AM 16 min

Kaya Breakfast Buddies: Kids Updating Adults

Every Wednesday, kids teach the adults the latest slang, trends and what's cool.

8 Jul 12AM 6 min

The Front Page - Top Stories To Have Emerged At The Madlanga Commission & The Relationship Between Malema & Gen. Feroz K

Fresh & Thato spoke Kaya News Reporter, Tsholofelo Tsoko on what to make of EFF leader Julius Malema on the alleged conspiracy to oust the Inspector-General of Intelligence, at the time, Setlhomamaru Dintwe and on the quid pro quo relationship Malema had with suspended deputy head of crime intelligence Feroz…

8 Jul 12AM 11 min

Business Update: Moody's Reviews City of Joburg's Finances, Slow Internet Continues to Challenge Parts of South Africa

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi joined DJ Fresh and Thato to unpack Moody's review of the City of Joburg's finances. They also discussed the impact of slow internet connectivity on parts of South Africa.

7 Jul 1AM 4 min

Where Do You Fear Being Locked Up The Most & Where Have You Been Stranded Or Locked Up Before?

Fresh and Thato reflect on the story of a US woman named Victoria Marie who was locked in a Planet Fitness gym this weekend, this after the gym closed early for the holiday and she was showering when employees locked up. 

7 Jul 1AM 11 min

Kaya Breakfast Buddies - KidVice Tuesday

Every Tuesday Kids give advice on grown-up dilemmas.

7 Jul 12AM 5 min