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Kaya 959

From the heart of Gauteng wherever you may be, Kaya 959 connects with our loyal listeners through a range of digital and on-air platforms. At the core of their listening experience is a variety of familiar songs that they love including soul and R&B, kwaito, jazz, chart-toppers and old school jams. We bring them news that is relevant and conversations that inspire. Our presenters may be big names, but out of the speaker they are just the friend from around the corner. They are authentic and

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14:49

Takealot Sees Off Competitive Threats to Deliver...

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2025/11/24

South Africa’s e-commerce battleground has a clear frontrunner and it’s not the global giant many expected. KayaBiz is joined by Mudiwa Gavaza, business writer for Business Day, to unpack Takealot’s latest financial results and how the homegrown platform continues to outpace Amazon in the local market. Despite Amazon’s much-anticipated 2024 marketplace launch, Takealot has surged ahead, delivering 23% revenue growth, expanding its gross merchandise value by 16%, and posting a US$10 million jump in

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13:14

Sanlam Financial Confidence Index: SA reaches highest...

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2025/11/24

GUEST - Lee Hancox, Head of Channel and Segment Marketing at SanlamConnect. South Africans’ financial confidence has reached its highest level in three years, rising from 47 in 2024 to 53 (out of 100) in 2025, according to the 2025 Sanlam Financial Confidence Index (FCI). The study reveals a nation that feels more in control of its finances, yet still struggles to turn confidence into consistent, long-term action. Kaya FM

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Leveraging Good Debt for Business Growth

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2025/11/24

In an economic climate where agility can make or break a business, understanding the difference between “good debt” and risky borrowing has never been more crucial. KayaBiz, Gugulethu Mfuphi chats to Pascalle Albrecht, Executive for Commercial Issuing, Product at Absa Business Banking, to unpack how entrepreneurs can use good debt as a strategic lever for growth. With the festive season and Black Friday spending spikes upon us, businesses often face mounting cash flow pressures from stocking up

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24:43

African Bank Smashes Growth Targets as...

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2025/11/24

African Bank has hit a major milestone, crossing 6.3 million customers as its Excelerate strategy delivers one of the biggest growth stories in South African banking. In studio, Group CEO Kennedy G. Bungane breaks down how the bank transformed from a mono-line lender into a diversified, data-led, full-service institution trusted by millions. We unpack the Bank’s 2025 annual results, including a 17% surge in total assets, healthier credit metrics, double-digit growth in customer deposits, and the

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12:07

SA’s biggest fish producer takes a hit.

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2025/11/24

Guest: Neville Brink – CEO, Oceana Group South Africa’s largest fishing and food-processing company, Oceana Group, has taken a knock posting a 35% plunge in full-year profit as global fish oil prices collapsed from last year’s record highs. CEO Neville Brink joins us to unpack the numbers behind the headline and explain how a halved dollar fish-oil price reshaped the group’s fortunes. Despite revenue holding steady at around R10 billion, softer fishmeal and fish-oil pricing weighed heavily on

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29:51

UNICEF: One in Five Children Still in Extreme Poverty

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2025/11/24

A new UNICEF report shows 20% of the world’s children remain trapped in extreme poverty most in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, but even rich countries aren’t exempt. UNICEF warns that stalled progress, conflict and aid cuts could push millions more into deprivation. In low-income countries, 65% of children still lack access to a toilet. Still, strong national policies work: Tanzania and Bangladesh sharply cut child poverty through social protection. UNICEF South Africa’s Russell Wildeman unpacks

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10:35

SA to Launch G20 Legacy Knowledge Hub

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2025/11/24

South Africa is turning its G20 presidency into a long-term project. A new Legacy Knowledge Hub, launched in December by SustainaBridge and DIRCO will preserve research, policy ideas and partnerships from the first G20 held on African soil. UNISA Vice-Chancellor Prof Puleng LenkaBula says it’s “a bridge between leadership and action.” The hub will debut an open-access knowledge system and a 2026 programme that includes a Global Solidarity Expo and Knowledge Summit Series. Sello Hatang speaks to

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21:53

G20 Summit Boycotted by the US Closes in South Africa

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2025/11/24

Africa’s first-ever G20 wrapped in Johannesburg with a joint pledge on climate action and reducing inequality despite the US boycotting the meeting. President Cyril Ramaphosa said the declaration proved “shared goals” outweighed political rifts, after Donald Trump refused to attend over a debunked claim about attacks on white South Africans. The traditional G20 handover didn’t happen and will now take place next week at a lower level. Dr Sithembile Mbete joined Phemelo to unpack the politics behind

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21:43

Make It Make Sense With Ayanda Nyathi - Africa Hosts...

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2025/11/24

Today we unpack the G20 Summit hosted in Joburg with political analyst Asanda Ngoasheng, its highlights, its impact, and whether Joburg can sustain real change from here forward. Kaya 959

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PARENTS WHAT ARE YOUR PARENTING WINS OR FAILS FOR THE...

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2025/11/24

Feel good about feeling good! That’s exactly what The Feel-Good show is about. An escape from the negativity that surrounds us, indulging you in good feels. Pass it on to one and all. Spread the good feeling around Gauteng with Andy Maqondwana. Kaya 959 Website

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#SingItBack - 24/11/25 (Cocky or Arrogant R&B Songs)

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2025/11/24

Today's theme is Cocky or Arrogant R&B Songs. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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Business Update: BHP & Anglo's potential merger talks...

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2025/11/24

Gugulethu Mphufi spoke to Mablerh on what to make of BHP and Anglo's potential merger talks falling through. They also looked at what to make of ⁠Mr. Price operational update sees an improvement in sales. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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11:57

Who are you on social media: Are heightened version...

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2025/11/24

The Siz The World team weighs in on whether social media activism is authentic, and whether you believe people to be who they say they are on social media vs who they are in real life? ponders people's personas on social media and asks whether you are a heightened version of yourself or a subdued version of yourself? www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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#FirstThingsFirst: What to make of Nkosazana...

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2025/11/24

The Siz The World team weighs in on what to make of Nkosazana Bonganini Zuma-Mncube opening a criminal case against her sister, MP Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, over the recruitment of 17 South African men who are now trapped in the Russia-Ukraine war. The team asks whether Nkosazana Bonganini Zuma-Mncube is being an upright citizen and reporting criminality regardless who commits it or is this just a family squabble playing out publicly? www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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28:45

Retsi Pule On The Jazz Standard With Brenda Sisane

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2025/11/23

Spending time with Retsi Pule, one of the great pillars of South African jazz vocal artistry, today is an honour. Pule's voice has been instantly recognisable for over 60 years; it is warm, lyrical, intensely expressive, and deeply ingrained in the South African jazz tradition. Pule's sound is a mosaic of influence, memory, and surroundings. He frequently talks about being inspired by the voices of nature, such as the hum of the wind and the rhythms of birds, and you can hear that natural flow in

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Matshidiso Mohajane On The Jazz Standard With Brenda...

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2025/11/23

As we close today’s edition of The Jazz Standard we are thrilled to welcome Matshidiso Mohajane into the studio - an artist whose voice sits at the crossroads of jazz, soul, folk and poetic storytelling. Matshidiso is a London-based singer, pianist, and storyteller and she is joining us fresh on South African soil with her new body of work. We debut music from her new album IDKL (I Didn’t Know Love), paired with a few sonic companions you’ll want to save to your playlist. Matshidiso has always lived

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4:25

FNB PREMIUM FRIDAYS

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2025/11/21

This week on Premium Fridays with Drive 959, the team dives into the world of Tech & Gadgets from the must-have devices they can’t live without to the impulse buys gathering dust. Glen, Skhumba, and Kgomotso unpack their newest tech additions, dream gadgets, and the apps stealing most of their screen time. Plus, they explore how FNB Premier is helping South Africans live smarter with flexible gadget deals, boosted eBucks rewards, secure digital tools, and festive tech offers. A fun, fast, futuristic

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DRIVE 959 MUNCHKINS: WHATS YOUR NAME,WHAT DOES IT...

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2025/11/21

Drive 959 with Glen Lewis, weekdays on Kaya 959, 15:00 - 18:00. Glen Lewis teams up with Skhumba Hlope, Kgomotso Meso, Angie Khumalo, and Ayanda Nyathi.

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GIRL LETS TALK: Carol Bouwer

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2025/11/21

Carol Bouwer is a South African businesswoman, former actress, television producer, motivational speaker, and women's rights activist, best known for her work with Carol Bouwer Productions and the talk show Motswako. She is a prominent figure in media and a vocal advocate for women and children, having held positions such as a UNICEF Special Advocate and being honored with an honorary doctorate for her humanitarian work. Kaya 959 Website

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37:48

My Top 10 @ 10 with Jabu Zwane

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2025/11/21

An audio magazine with the aim of being a one-stop interactive, informative, inspiring educational and empowering show. Topics on the ‘The best T’ not only aim to inform and impress the listener but also to raise some form of awareness positive or negative. Kaya FM

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