Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
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Today's theme is artists who released music posthumously.
Business Update - eKasinomics Postponed!
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the drop in profits for Famous Brands, the company that boasts fast food chains like Wimpy, Fish Aways, Debonairs and others. She also gave an update on the Standard Bank eKasinomics summit with Kaya 959 which has been postponed to…
What is the meaning of life?
According to Fox News, a conservative member of parliament in Canada is warning its impending approval of assisted suicide for mental health patients is creating a "culture of death." This inspired a profound but necessary conversation about the meaning of life, and the ethics around assisted death, which Clinical Psychologist,…
#FirstThingsFirst - Concerns over possible “Marikana 2.0” as NUM and AMCU clash
Striking workers at Gold One mine in Springs have vowed to fight any attempts by mine management to distract their mission. Workers who want the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) recognised as a union at the mine say those who are underground are there willingly, and that no…
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Today's theme is artists who have changed their names OR Performed under a different name.
Business Update - eKasinomics Summit Sold Out!
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe about surprise and speculation surrounding the resignation of Reserve Bank Deputy Governor, Kuben Naidoo. They also shared more details of now sold-out eKasinomics summit taking place tomorrow.
South Africa’s State Of Development
Development is progressing on the new 50,000 square metre shopping mall at the heart of a massive new precinct taking shape in KwaZulu Natal. This brought into mind the question of whether we need more malls in the country. Sizwe Dhlomo posed the questions to the listeners, “do you feel…
#FirstThingsFirst - Should Malema Apologise For Accusing Magistrate Of Corruption?
EFF leader Julius Malema has refused to apologise for accusing East London Magistrate, Twanet Olivier, of corruption and incompetence last week. He said o his X account, “They will get it [an apology] in hell”, when Judges Matter said he should apologise. The team discussed the developments in this story,…
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Today's theme is Summer Songs as we kick off our #SummaFlava campaign
#BusinessUpdate - Gambling To Rise As Consumers Feel Financial Strain
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi, spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo how gambling in South Africa is set to be on the rise as consumers continue to feel financial strain. She also shared details on how entrepreneurs could stand s chance to be part of Standard Bank’s ESD program.
“Alarm over state of master’s office”
The office of the master of the high court is in such disarray that the Law Society of SA has pleaded with parliament to intervene after appeals to the justice ministry were ignored, according to today’s Business Day frontpage story. Legal Expert, Mpumelelo Zikalala, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to share insights…
#FirstThingsFirst - The Heritage Of Springboks Sparks Debate
The Springboks’ World Cup semi-final victory this past weekend has created euphoria, showing what realising the rainbow nation could be. However, it has also raised a question around the history of the national rugby team. The team had a spirited discussion about this, with listeners sharing equally inspired views about…
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Today's theme is Kaya 959 Top 30 Number 1's – The Top 30, presented by DJ Keyez, moves to a new slot between 09:00 and 12:00 from tomorrow
Business Update - T-Bose And Phemelo Motene To Moderate eKasinomics
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss SARS warning regarding costs of loadshedding to South Africa’s economy. They also revealed some of the speakers for the eKasinomics summit taking place next week, with details on how to secure tickets.
Gcaleka Has A Tall Order As New Public Protector
Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka has been recommended for appointment as the new Public Protector, after the National Assembly voted on Thursday. Legal Expert, Mpumelelo Zikalala, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to reflect on this development, and noting how Gcaleka can navigate this position considering how politicised the office of the Public Protector has…
#FirstThingsFirst - Lupita Nyong’o And Sal Masekela Split
Lupita Nyong’o and Sal Masekela have broken up, according to the statement the actress published on her Instagram account some hours ago. Some tabloid blogs shared photos of her with her new man, fellow actor Joshua Jackson. The team shared their thoughts on whether she should have published the statement,…
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Today's theme is Classic Crossover Songs
Business Update - R170 000 Offered To A Business In Need Of Support At eKasinomics Summit
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi had a discussion with Sizwe Dhlomo about Pick ‘n Pay reporting an inter loss for the first time, citing an increase in costs. They also spoke about Stephan van Coller stepping down as CEO of EOH. In addition, the share details on the R170 000…
Do South African gun laws need reform?
Transnet has suspended one of its employees after he was implicated in an incident involving a gun at a nightclub venue outside Johannesburg recently. It is understood that the man, who works in Transnet’s procurement division, pulled out a weapon at a popular spot in Midrand. Manager at Guns &…
#FirstThingsFirst - Marks of intelligent leaders
U.S. President Joe Biden met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu yesterday, to discuss a possible resolution for the Israel and Palestine conflict. The latter is reported to have a very high IQ and this inspired a discussion around intelligent leaders. The team and listeners shared who they consider smart…