Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00.
#FirstThingsFirst - The President's report card
Yesterday was a busy day in President Cyril Ramaphosa's world. Some of the noteworthy developments include Parliament approving a salary increase for the President; relaxing VISA regulations to ease trade between South Africa and Nigeria during Nigerian President Bola Tinubu's state visit; and the mini cabinet reshuffle that saw embattled…
#SingItBack - 03 December 2024
Today's theme is Billboard's greatest Pop stars
Business Update - Black Friday: what banks say we've been spending on
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to provide an update on Nampak's latest financial results. They also broke down what banks like Capitec and Discovery say we spent on this past Black Friday.
Roddy Rich accuses YouTuber of trying to extort him $50k to return his Grammy
Last month, a California YouTuber claimed to have uncovered the rapper Roddy Ricch's Grammy award in an abandoned storage unit he bought for $280. The rapper accuses the YouTuber of attempting to extort him for $50,000 in exchange for its return. The team shared their views on this incident and…
#FirstThingsFirst - Politicians more open to non-traditional media
With politicians being more open to doing interviews on non-tradition media, the team discussed the differences in behaviour when they are on those platforms compared to traditional radio and TV media. They asked, "is there more value in politicians being more personal? Does it translate into votes? Does it affect…
#SingItBack - 02 December 2024
Today's theme is artist born in December.
Business Update - Trump tariff woes target BRICS nations.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to reflect on Donald Trump's warning to BRICS about not using the dollar for trade within its nations. They also spoke about VW factories in Germany facing closure and renewing strike action.
HIV/AIDS education in today's world.
Yesterday marked World AIDS Day, a global call to action in the fight against HIV. The team discussed the prevention of the virus, compared to treatment thereof; as well as the impact of education on the disease. Do you feel the messaging around HIV/AIDS is different or it's non-existent these…
#FirstThingsFirst - Mtolo in hot water for calling Ramaphosa weak.
ANC Provincial Secretary in KwaZulu-Natal, Bheki Mtolo, is in hot water with President Cyril Ramaphosa after he presented a report saying the president’s weakness contributed to the party’s dismal showing in the province in the May elections. The team deliberated on Mtolo's utterances and asked if this could be seen…
#SingItBack - 29 November 2024
Today's theme is artist born in November.
Business Update - South Africans expected to take advantage of Black Friday deals
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to provide an update on Boxer retail listing on the JSE yesterday. They also spoke about high expectations for South Africans to shop for this Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
#OpenLine: Open borders, illegal miners, abuse of emergency sirens, Boxer listing, etc
On today's #OpenLine, the #SizTheWorld and listeners discussed open borders; the illegal miners who have resurfaced from Stilfontein mine shafts; social media management; law enforcement officers abusing their power; Boxer listing on the JSE; handling co-paring as a divorcee; and more.
#FirstThingsFirst - Gayton McKenzie promises a monthly allowance for living legends
Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie announced on Thursday that his department will commission documentaries to celebrate 25 legends of the creative sector. Speaking at an event honouring the stars who are part of The Living Legends Legacy Fraternity Trust, he also promised a monthly allowance for artists over…
#SingItBack - 28 November 2024
Today's theme is songs written by Johnta Austin
Business Update - South Africans react to the discontinuation of Maltabella porridge
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to reflect on the reactions by South Africans to the news about the discontinuation of Bokomo's Maltabella porridge. They also touched on the continued business liquidations in South Africa, despite renewed business confidence.
Do you subscribe to Black Friday?
Mfundo Mabalane intends on repainting her house ahead of the Christmas holidays. She has been on the hunt for Black Friday paint specials. The team shared their views on this consumerism "gimmick" and asked listeners about their experiences with bargain hunting on Black Friday.
#FirstThingsFirst - Is the "progressive caucus" possible?
uMkhonto we Sizwe party will not entertain any of the EFF's mudslinging and attacks against their organisation, former EFF national chairperson and now MK party national command member Advocate Dali Mpofu said. Mpofu said this during a media briefing following EFF leader Julius Malema's recent utterances this week where he…
#SingItBack - 27 November 2024
Today's theme is rappers/neo soul artist collaborations.
Business Update - African Bank financial results show an increase in its customer numbers.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to reflect on a conversation she had on Kaya Biz with CEO of Consumer Banking at African Bank, Sibongiseni Ngundze, about the bank's financial results. They also discussed cocoa prices soaring to record levels.
Gauteng Department returns R2.2 billion to Treasury.
The Gauteng government has returned R2.2 billion of unspent funds back to National Treasury. This was revealed by Gauteng Treasury Head, Ncumisa Mnyani, who said R3.4 billion was unspent from the previous financial year, but R1.2 billion was rolled over. The team deliberated over the issues leading to this budget…