Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00.
Business Update - Pepkor Looking To Buy Edgars
In Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about Pepkor, the owners of Ackermans and Pep stores, looking to buying Edgars. They also spoke about PetroSA seeking to reopen its refineries, however, with its partnerships with Russian Bank raising concerns over this development.
Relationships Between Artists And Record Labels
Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka discussed the dynamics of relationships between artists and record labels. They touched on a few examples, highlighting exploitation, not just between artists and labels, but also between artists and their management. These examples include the infamous dispute between Zahara and TS Records; possible reasons Liquideep…
#FirstThingFirst - Kingship, A Matter Of Tradition Or Law?
The Pretoria High Court has set aside King Misuzulu KaZwelithini’s recognition by President Cyril Ramaphosa, declaring it unlawful and invalid. As it stands, the Zulu nation doesn’t have a King, legally. The team deliberated on these developments and asked listeners if they go with tradition or law, when it comes…
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Today's theme is Earworms
Business Update - Price Of Chocolate Increases This Holiday Season
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about mining giant, Anglo American, planning a further restructuring across its global operations. They also discussed the increase of chocolate prices this holiday season, due to cocoa shortage.
How The ANC Fairs As A Governing Party
This past weekend, outgoing FirstRand chair Roger Jardine launched his new political movement called Change Starts Now. The ANC commented on him being planted to destabilise the party. Another story relating to ANC from this weekend, was the confusion around EFF supporters being converted by the ANC. Sizwe Dhlomo and…
#FirstThingFirst - Ramaphosa Son’s R1.8 million House To Be Auctioned Off
The Sunday World reported yesterday that a multi-million rands house belonging to the son of President Cyril Ramaphosa, Andile Ramaphosa, will go under the hammer. This after the Joburg high court granted Standard Bank an order to declare the property, which is situated in the leafy suburb of Edenburg, Sandton,…
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Today's theme is Preachers/Pastors’ Kids
Business Update - Dan Marokane Expected To Head Up Eskom
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the incoming Eskom CEO, with former Eskom executive Dan Marokane being tipped for the top job. They also touched on creditors approving the Post Offices’ nosiness rescue plan.
Madiba’s Houghton Home Abandoned
Nelson Mandela's house on 12th Avenue in Houghton remains neglected and stands deserted and overgrown. It is also marred by family disputes. It is reported that Madiba’s grandkids, who used to occupy the house, moved out because they couldn’t pay for the utility bills. Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka shared…
#FirstThingFirst - The Culture Of Media Coverage
News 24 reports that kykNET TV presenter Henriëtte Marx, as well as her husband and an associate of theirs, appeared in the Pretoria Commercial Crimes Court on Thursday morning after being charged with fraud, theft and money laundering to the tune of R30 million. The team discussed the culture of…
NHI Bill Now Sitting On The President’s Desk
Now that the National Health Insurance Bill has been passed in the National Council of Provinces on the back of support from eight provinces, the controversial legislation will land in the in-tray of President Cyril Ramaphosa, who must decide what to do next. Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka discussed the…
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Today's theme is Motown Classics
Business Update - Spur Now Owns Doppio Zero!
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi had a discussion with Sizwe Dhlomo about the “bitter” battle that has ensued around Tongaat Huletts Business Rescue plan. They also spoke about the latest developments in the JSE, with Spur officially owning Doppio Zero.
#FirstThingFirst - Who Is In Charge Of The ANC, Mbalula Or Ramaphosa?
ANC Veterans League Deputy President Mavuso Msimang has thrown in the towel and resigned from the governing party, just hours after secretary-general Fikile Mbalula ranted against veterans he said were “de-campaigning” the ANC. The team deliberated on this development within the ANC, and posed the question to the listener, do…
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Today's theme is songs subject to plagiarism disputes at some point.
Business Update - Highlights From KayaBiz C-Suite Business Round Up.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to review the Kaya Biz C-Suite Business Round Up from last night’s show. They also spoke about Spotify’s expectations to cut 1500 jobs.
Amy Robach And T.J. Holmes’ Exes Now Dating
Remember the scandal involving former Good Morning America’s Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes? Guess what? Their respective exes Andrew Shue and Marilee Fiebig are now dating, after bonding over traumatic cheating experience. Do you think they are doing this out of spite? Or is it genuine love?
#FirstThingFirst - Do You Trust Your News Sources?
A research report from Harvard University in the United States finds that South Africa is performing poorly, exacerbated by problems of inequality and exclusion. The two-year study comes from the institution's Growth Lab which examines issues of economic growth and development policy. This report inspired a team discussion on the…
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Today's theme is Michael Jackson songs. This because this past Saturday (December 2) his Album Thriller marked 40 years since Michael Jackson released the groundbreaking music video, turning choreographer Michael Peters’ spooky, funky dance sequence into a worldwide sensation.