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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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13:21

ALLAN GRAY – Divorce, retirement savings and dividing...

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2025/10/28

GUEST – Reo Emmett, senior legal adviser at Allan Gray According to Statistics South Africa, the divorce rate in South Africa is on the rise, with the latest data indicating that it’s up 10% from 2022 – among one of the highest increases recorded in recent years. With the introduction of the two-pot system, which has ushered in significant changes to the rights of divorcing retirement fund members and their spouses and added a layer of complexity to dividing assets, Reo Emmett, senior legal

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12:07

Should South Africa tighten influencer rules? Lessons...

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2025/10/28

GUEST: Gail Schimmel - CEO of the Advertising Regulatory Board. China has just introduced sweeping new rules requiring influencers to prove formal training or credentials before they can post about sensitive topics like medicine, law, or finance. It’s a move that blurs the line between free speech and professional responsibility and it’s turning heads in the global influencer economy. In South Africa, where the influencer marketing industry is booming and regulation often plays catch-up, this

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13:06

Is South Africa’s Ferrochrome Industry Running Out of...

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2025/10/28

GUEST - Nellis Bester – Chairperson of the Ferro Alloy Producers Association South Africa sits on some of the richest chrome deposits in the world yet our ferrochrome smelters are going dark. We unpack the harsh reality facing one of South Africa’s most important value-added industries. From soaring power costs and policy uncertainty to the rise of Chinese smelting dominance, the country’s grip on the global ferrochrome market is slipping fast. We ask: What went wrong? Can government

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22:51

Drive Moment - How Is Church Life In Your Household

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2025/10/28

Do You Go Every Sunday And Are Your Kids Expect To Go Too? Some grew up with church being compulsory every Sunday and others had a choice. Is church a must in your household or has Sunday become a rest day instead of a service day? And is it mandatory for your kids to go to church too? Kaya 959

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Resident Medium Tebogo Mfete back to help give...

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2025/10/28

Resident Medium Tebogo Mfete was back to help give listeners answers they are in need for. Once again Tebogo tackled the past, present, and future of code switchers Kaya FM

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13:03

The Blind Spot On The Best T In The City

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2025/10/28

At times we find ourselves in the doghouse with our partners, friends, family, or colleagues and we honestly just don’t understand why they are mad. So with the Blind Spot we and the listeners help you see and understand some of the blind spots you might have missed in certain situations. Kaya FM

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8:03

#SingItBack - 28/10/25 (Songs about Waking Up.)

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2025/10/28

Today's theme is Songs about Waking Up. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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Business Update: Pick and Pay results & ⁠Amazon to...

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2025/10/28

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of Pick and Pay results: narrows losses and Boxer still shines. They also opined on ⁠Amazon's decision to cut 30k jobs. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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9:34

China's new law requires influencers to be certified...

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2025/10/28

The Siz The World team weighs in on what to make of China's new influencer law which mandates that anyone creating content on sensitive topics like medicine, law, education or finance must hold formal qualifications in those fields. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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14:29

#FirstThingsFirst: What to make of Panyaza’s thrill...

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2025/10/28

The Siz The World team weighs in on what to make of Panyaza's excitement around plans for a high-speed bullet train, this after the Department of Transport announcing plans to advance long-distance regional rapid transit in South Africa. Central to this is the concept of a high-speed railway line linking Johannesburg and Durban, capable of reaching speeds of 300 km/h. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

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City of Joburg Promises Turnaround Amid Water Woes

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2025/10/27

Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero says help is on the way for residents battling dry taps. Unveiling the city’s new turnaround strategy, Morero revealed that Joburg Water has cut off illegal connections in three informal settlements and is now taking back control of its billing and revenue functions. The mayor said the plan is aimed at “stabilising water supply and restoring confidence” in the city’s ability to deliver. Project Manager Cyrus Tavaria outlined both short- and long-term priorities,

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14:19

Venezuela Slams ‘Military Provocation’ as US Warship...

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2025/10/27

Venezuela has accused the United States and Trinidad and Tobago of “military provocation” after a US guided-missile destroyer, the USS Gravely, docked in Port of Spain. The visit forms part of US President Donald Trump’s broader effort to pressure President Nicolás Maduro, whom he accuses - without evidence - of ties to organised crime. Caracas, however, has blasted the move as an attempt to “fabricate a new eternal war.” Officials in Trinidad insist the warship’s stay is routine and linked to joint

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14:04

UN Pleads for Safe Passage as Sudan’s El-Fasher Falls...

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2025/10/27

The United Nations is calling for immediate safe passage for civilians trapped in Sudan’s war-ravaged city of El-Fasher, where paramilitary forces claim to have captured the army’s main base. UN Secretary-General António Guterres described the situation as a “terrible escalation,” with residents facing unbearable suffering. Communication lines have been cut, and those who fled speak of mass killings and missing family members. The Rapid Support Forces’ advance could mark a turning point in the

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Soweto Matric Rewrite Centre Fails Pupils - and Their...

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2025/10/27

Heartbreak and anger in Soweto after nearly 200 matric rewrite students discovered days before exams, that they weren’t registered to write. The Kavod Institute of Excellence, also known as Black Tutoring Services, had allegedly taken monthly fees from parents since February, promising learners a chance to upgrade their marks. Instead, they’ve been told they’ll have to wait until May 2026 to try again. Furious parents protested outside the Meadowlands-based centre, accusing its managers of fraud and

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Tshwane’s R777 Million Tanker Spend ‘Doesn’t Hold...

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2025/10/27

The City of Tshwane’s explanation for its ballooning water tanker bill has sprung a leak, according to a water rights watchdog. Mayor Nasiphi Moya has dismissed reports of a R777 million overspend as “false” - announcing a forensic probe to clear the air. But WaterCAN’s Dr. Ferrial Adam isn’t convinced. She says even with the city’s “creative accounting,” the numbers remain alarming. Adam adds that pending cancellations and unpaid invoices still count as committed funds. According to her analysis,

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10:28

Students Bet on Luck - and Lose - Using NSFAS Allowances

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2025/10/27

For some university students, government study grants meant to pay for food and books are instead funding a dangerous habit, online gambling. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is meant to support low-income students, but a growing number are using their allowances to place bets on digital platforms. The consequences have been devastating - leaving many young people broke, anxious, and on academic probation. According to the National Gambling Board, South Africans wagered a

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19:57

Why South Africa Needs Tailored Medical Cover in a...

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2025/10/27

Guest: Craig Comrie – CEO, Profmed As South Africans brace for another round of medical scheme increases, Profmed CEO Craig Comrie joins the conversation to unpack what’s really driving healthcare inflation and why a one-size-fits-all approach to medical cover no longer works. With healthcare inflation historically 3–4% above CPI, rising costs are being shaped by new medical technologies, an ageing population, and specialist shortages. But amid these pressures, Profmed’s restricted scheme model

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RMB Where to Invest in Africa 2025/26 spotlights...

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2025/10/27

GUEST – Isaah Mhlanga, Chief Economist at RMB The report, which has been developed in collaboration with the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), analyses 31 African nations, which represent 90% of the continent’s GDP, 83% of the population, and 61% of the total land mass. It explores the opportunities and complexities of investing in the diverse African economic landscape, incorporating macroeconomic, markets and demographic data in the form of 20 distinct metrics, which are categorised

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Lessons from the SA greylist: When Govt and Business...

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2025/10/27

Guest: Busisiwe Mavuso – CEO, Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) South Africa’s successful exit from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list marks a milestone moment for the country not just economically, but institutionally. After more than two years of reform and relentless effort, South Africa met all 22 FATF requirements, avoiding potential reputational and investment damage. In this conversation, Busisiwe Mavuso, CEO of Business Leadership South Africa, reflects on what it took

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12:01

Inside Pick n Pay’s Turnaround Strategy

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2025/10/27

Guest: Sean Summers – CEO, Pick n Pay Pick n Pay’s turnaround story is gathering real momentum. After months of tough restructuring, the retailer has narrowed its losses, boosted profitability, and accelerated growth across its supermarket, clothing, and online divisions. Boxer continues to shine, posting a market-leading 13.9% turnover growth, while PnP Clothing celebrates its 400th standalone store. In this conversation, CEO Sean Summers talks about what’s driving the recovery, from the

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