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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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#FirstThingsFirst: Cristiano declares himself better...

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2025/11/07

The Siz The World team weighs on what to make of Cristiano Ronaldo declaring himself 'better looking than David Beckham', the team asked whether Ronaldo's claims of not only being better looking than Beckham but also being a perfecto 'whole package', him being arrogant or confident? Throw Out: What to make of people who give or receive insincere compliments? www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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20:49

Music Feature: When Music Videos Changed the Game

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2025/11/06

This week’s Music Feature Dr Sheldon Rocha Leal takes a nostalgic yet critical look at The Death of MTV and how landmark music videos shaped pop culture as we know it. From Michael and Janet Jackson’s “Scream” to The Weekend and Daft Punk’s “I Feel It Coming”, and Missy Elliott’s “Work It”, he unpacks how these visual masterpieces turned songs into global sensations and asks, can the art of the music video ever make a true comeback? Kayafm

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17:05

What to Watch: Train Dreams, In Good Fortune

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2025/11/06

Looking for your next binge or big-screen escape? In this week’s What to Watch Leroy Marc dives into the hauntingly beautiful Train Dreams on Netflix, the feel-good cinematic ride In Good Fortune in theatres, and the festive fun of A Very Jonas Christmas on Disney+. From drama to holiday sparkle, this week’s lineup promises something for every mood. Kayafm

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9:17

Tshwane Told to Pay Up: Wage Hike Battle Heats Up

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2025/11/06

The City of Tshwane has been told to pay its workers the long-disputed 3.5% wage increase for 2021–2022 after the South African Local Government Bargaining Council dismissed the city’s plea for exemption. Despite arguing that the city’s coffers are dry, critics were quick to note that there was still room in the budget for councillors’ salary increases. Phemelo speaks to Acting Tshwane Executive Mayor Eugene Modise about the ruling. Kayafm

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17:46

EXPLAINER: 18 Years of Litigation — The ‘Please Call...

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2025/11/06

GUEST: Mpumelelo Zikalala – Legal Analyst After nearly two decades, one of South Africa’s most closely watched legal battles has finally come to an end. Vodacom and former employee Nkosana Makate have reached an out-of-court settlement over the invention of the iconic “Please Call Me” service a dispute that’s spanned 18 years, five court judgments, and billions of rand in claims. In this conversation, legal analyst Mpumelelo Zikalala joins Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack the full timeline from

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Raising a Glass to South African Whisky at Whisky...

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2025/11/06

GUEST: Leandri Bosch – Brand Home Manager, James Sedgwick Distillery, Home of South African Whisky Whisky lovers, take note Whisky Live 2025 is almost here! From 13–15 November at The Galleria in Sandton, the world’s finest whiskies will share the spotlight with South Africa’s own award-winning brands. Among them is Three Ships Whisky, crafted at the James Sedgwick Distillery in Wellington and recently crowned World’s Best Blended Whisky at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards in London. In this

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11:07

How rising nationalism, shifting trade patterns, and...

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2025/11/06

GUEST – Funeka Montjane, Standard Bank’s Chief Executive of Personal & Private Banking As the world edges toward a “post-American order,” the global economy is being reshaped by rising nationalism, shifting trade alliances, and the disruptive power of artificial intelligence. For Africa, these changes carry both risk and opportunity demanding a new vision for growth that is inclusive, innovative, and locally anchored. In this conversation, Standard Bank’s Funeka Montjane joins Kaya Biz with

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9:53

Sappi reports a loss of R3.1 billion, optimistic...

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2025/11/06

GUEST: Steve Binnie – CEO, Sappi Global woodfibre giant Sappi has posted a R3.1 billion annual loss, as weak markets and softer pricing across its key paper and pulp segments weighed on earnings. Despite the headwinds, the group reported Adjusted EBITDA of US$501 million for the year ended 30 September 2025 and remains focused on debt reduction and operational efficiency through its “Back to Basics” strategy. In this conversation, Sappi CEO Steve Binnie joins Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi to

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16:22

Fintech group Lesaka Technologies posts solid growth,...

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2025/11/06

GUEST: Lincoln Mali – CEO, Lesaka Southern Africa Fintech group Lesaka Technologies has kicked off its 2026 financial year on a strong note reporting R3 billion in revenue, up 10%, and a 61% jump in Group Adjusted EBITDA to R270.6 million, despite still recording a small net loss. In this conversation, Lincoln Mali, CEO of Lesaka Southern Africa, joins Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack how a series of strategic acquisitions including Adumo, Touchsides, and Recharger is transforming the

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Gontse Makhene, Weedie Braimah & Tlale Makhene on The...

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2025/11/06

We journeyed deep into the rhythmic heart of Africa with a powerful feature on three master percussionists and djembefolas - Gontse Makhene, Weedie Braimah, and Tlale Makhene. In a spirited and deeply reflective conversation, they explored the art of the drum as more than rhythm but as language, weaponry, healing, and the ultimate expression of collective Black joy. The discussion traced the lineage of percussion from the village circle to the modern jazz stage, revealing how the drum remains the

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Drive Moment - What Tradition Do You Appreciate In...

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2025/11/06

South Africa has so many rich cultures, each with its own way of celebrating, mourning, and showing respect. What’s one tradition from another group you genuinely admire?

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Sanza (Yeoville Dinner Club) on The Jazz Standard...

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2025/11/06

Sanza is a self-taught South African chef, storyteller and cultural connector best known as the founder and host of the Yeoville Dinner Club in Johannesburg. Born in Soweto with roots in Swaziland, Sanza draws on the heritage of his grandmother’s cooking and on the rich migrant food cultures of the inner-city suburb of Yeoville. His Dinner Club, located on Rockey Street, is a communal dining experience that celebrates Pan-African cuisine, migration stories and shared tables of 14-18 guests. Once a

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Hilton Schilder on The Jazz Standard With Brenda Sisane

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2025/11/06

Brenda Sisane speaks briefly to Hilton Schilder who recently released his 46th studio album titled Crooks and Nannies. Hilton Schilder is a composer and multi-instrumentalist who specializes in Cape Jazz. He is a founder member of the celebrated Goema Rock outfit, The Genuines and the Goema Captains. Hilton is also a member of Robbie Jansen's, Sons of Table Mountain and plays a central role in Jansen's recordings. His own band is called The Hilton Schilder Band.

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15:39

MY LIFE WILL EVER BE COMPLETE UNTILL WHAT? (MONEY ASIDE)

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2025/11/06

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 - 06/11/25 (Songs about Money or big...

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2025/11/06

Today's theme is Songs about Money or big Paydays/ Songs that should be in Nkosana Makate's playlist. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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Business Update: Please call me saga settlement.

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2025/11/06

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of the almost 20 years long dispute between Vodacom and Makate being settled yesterday. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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12:46

How do you feel about people who make a living out of...

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2025/11/06

The Siz The World team weighs in on whether people feel otherwise on people making a living off or working for companies which sell products regarded as “Sin goods”. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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18:08

#FirstThingsFirst: Has the MPK’s overnight reshuffles...

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2025/11/06

The Siz The World team weighs in on what to make of news of MK Party suspending Dr John Hlophe, for his decision to remove Colleen Makhubele as Parliamentary Chief Whip replacing her with Des Van Rooyen. The MKP once again did an overnight reshuffle which bags the question if all is well in the party. Kaya 959 Website

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R30 Billion in Black Friday Sales — But South...

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2025/11/05

GUEST: Mathabo Sekhonyana – Marketing Specialist South Africans are gearing up for another record-breaking Black Friday, but this year, the real story isn’t the sales — it’s the shift in shopper psychology. Despite spending over R30 billion across the country last year, consumers are growing weary of the hype, the gimmicks, and the endless “limited-time” offers. Kaya FM

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EKASINOMICS: How Lesedi Monnanyane Is Reimagining...

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2025/11/05

GUEST: Lesedi Monnanyane – Founder of Sky High From the dusty streets of Postmasburg to global recognition as one of Africa’s top young climate innovators, Lesedi Monnanyane is rewriting what it means to build a business with purpose. At just 15, he registered his first company, Sky High Kaila Enterprise, transforming waste into opportunity. Today, through his ecosystem of green ventures, Lesedi is turning alien biomass and organic waste into clean energy, compost, and bio-based products, proving

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