Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
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Today's theme is songs where artists spell words
Business Update - Expectations Remain High For Godongwana’s Mini Budget Address
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to break down the figures from Eskom’ financial loss for the year. They also previewed Finance Minister’s Mini Budget address to take place later today.
Eskom Reports R23.9 billion Loss
Eskom has announced a staggering loss of R23.9 billion for the financial year ended March 2023, caused in part by a significant increase in load-shedding, a growing municipal debt burden, and soaring losses attributed to criminal activities. Listeners shared their views on the following questions. Where to from here for…
#FirstThingsFirst - Kolisi defends Barrett’s “handshake snub”.
Siya Kolisi defended Jordie Barrett during a press conference after they landed at OR Tambo International Airport yesterday. This follows social media attacks on the All-Blacks player for seemingly not shaking President Ramaphosa’s hand during a medal presentation ceremony after the Rugby World Cup final game. The 959 Breakfast team…
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Today's theme is hit songs by Latino artists
Business Update - Cane Growers Concerned About Potential Sugar Tax Hike
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to speak about corporate recruitment agencies seeing a decline in full time hiring practices in South Africa. They also discussed concerns raised by cane growers regarding a potential sugar tax hike by national Treasury.
”Rearranging deck chairs on Titanic,” Says Sol Phenduka On Eskom’s Proposed Rebrand
Eskom has issued a tender for the building of its new corporate identity for the company and its subsidiaries. The rebrand comes as the power utility’s plan to restructure into three separate entities, responsible for distribution, generation, and transmission is finally gaining momentum. The team discussed whether this would be…
#FirstThingsFirst - Lionel Messi Wins Eighth Ballon d’Or
Lionel Messi just won his eighth Ballon d’Or, thanks to his massive contribution to Argentina lifting the World Cup trophy, as well as his stints with PSG and MLS’ Inter Miami. The team had a heated debate about whether Messi deserves the Ballon d’Or more, over his contenders Erling Halland…
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Today's theme is songs that use acronyms in a title
Business Update - All Eyes On Finance Minister’s Mini-Budget On Wednesday
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the upcoming “mini-budget” to be delivered by South Africa’s Finance Minister this week. This week is also the renegotiations of the country’s trade relations with the US at the AGOA conference.
What The Law Says About Declaring A Public Holiday
The Presidency said on Sunday that South Africans should treat Monday as a normal working day despite widespread calls that President Cyril Ramaphosa declares it a public holiday. Sizwe Dhlomo invited Legal Researcher at Judge Matters, Mbekezeli Benjamin, to speak about what it takes for a President to declare a…
#FirstThingsFirst - Primary Signal For Family Meeting Via eNCA
President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation this evening at 20:00. Shortly before the official announcement, Presidency Spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, posted the details on X, stating that the address will feed to other media through eNCA. This has raised questions on the decision not to use SABC, as a state…
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Today's theme is Afro Beats
#BusinessUpdate - Clicks Group Eyes Expansion Despite Drop In Profits
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke about U.S economy recording a strong growth for the third quarter of the year, with Sizwe Dhlomo. They also touched on Clicks group seeing a reduction in its profits, at the same time still eyeing expansion in South Africa.
Risks Associated With Shareholding Investments
A few months ago, Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan, provided a detailed breakdown of his various shareholdings with JSE-listed companies to parliament. With all investments, comes risk of exposure to markets. Co-Founder of Gadridge Mahura Investments, Craig Gadridge, joined Sizwe to delve into the intricacies around how investments work and…
#FirstThingsFirst - Springboks Strategy Ahead Of World Cup final
Excitement for the Rugby World Cup final between South Africa and New Zealand has reached fever pitch. While the selection of a 7-1 bench for the match has come at the expense of a few stalwarts of South Africa’s 2023 campaign, captain Siya Kolisi says there are no hard feelings…
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Today's theme is artists and their breakout songs
Business Update - Sibanye To Retrench 4000 Workers
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the pressure that is mounting at mining houses as Sibanye Stillwater plans to retrench 4 000 workers. They also discussed the U.S GDP figures expected to come out today.
Return On Investment For Tourism Deals
At the back of the cancellation of tourism deals between the SAMAs and KZN’s Tourism Department, as well as that of SA Tourism with Tottenham Hotspur, Sizwe Dhlomo invited Independent Political Analyst and CA(SA), Khaya Sithole, to discuss return on investment for tourism deals? Sithole shared that when public funds…
#FirstThingsFirst - Mashatile declares R37-million Waterfall property as his own.
In the Register of Members' Interests, published by parliament yesterday, Deputy President Paul Mashatile declared a R37-million house in Waterfall as his own property. This is despite it belonging to a company owned by his son, Thabiso Mashatile, and his son-in-law, Nceba Nonkwelo. There are may questions that arise from…