Kaya Biz

Shadrack Sibiya Denies Grooming 16-Year-Old

Kaya News Reporter Keneiloe Huma joins Phemelo to unpack the latest developments in suspended, Deputy National Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya’s bail application, including the allegations of rape, sexual grooming and human trafficking, which he denies.

29 Sep 3PM 9 min

Beyond Tap-and-Go: The Future of Payments in South Africa

South Africa's payments landscape is undergoing significant reform, with regulators and industry players seeking to expand access, increase competition and lower transaction costs. Lincoln Mali, in his capacity as President of the Association of South African Payment Providers, talks about digital payments, merchant adoption, financial inclusion and what a more…

29 Sep 1PM 14 min

Beyond the Unemployment Rate - Reading the Economy Through Jobs

South Africa's latest Quarterly Employment Statistics showed the formal sector shed 14,000 jobs in the second quarter, even as wages continued to rise. Nkosinathi Mahlangu from the Momentum Group Foundation unpacks what the latest employment data reveals about economic activity, shifting industry trends, entrepreneurship opportunities and the outlook for young…

29 Sep 1PM 16 min

From Spain to South Africa: Vukile's Next Growth Phase

Retail-focused property group Vukile Property Fund reported strong trading across its South African and European portfolios, supported by healthy sales growth, high occupancy levels and resilient leasing activity. CEO Laurence Rapp joins us to talk about expanding in Europe, integrating newly acquired Spanish and Italian assets, navigating currency headwinds and…

29 Sep 11AM 14 min

From Farm to Fork: The Real Cost of Higher Rates

The Reserve Bank's latest interest rate increase could have implications far beyond the financial markets. Brendan Jacobs, Head of Agribusiness at Standard Bank South Africa, explores what rising borrowing costs, volatile energy prices and looming weather risks mean for farmers, food production and ultimately the prices South Africans pay at…

28 Sep 1PM 13 min

Careers Corner: Can South Africa's Digital Economy Create a Million Jobs?

As South Africa targets one million new jobs by 2030, the ICT sector is expected to play a critical role. Dr Jannie Zaaiman, CEO of SAICTA, joins Kaya Biz to discuss the launch of a new industry-focused jobs portal, the demand for future-ready skills such as AI and automation, and…

28 Sep 1PM 18 min

Balwin Delists: The Next Chapter Beyond the JSE

After nearly 11 years on the JSE, Balwin Properties has officially gone private through a R2.26 billion transaction backed by the Public Investment Corporation and founder management. CEO Steve Brookes joins Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack the rationale behind the move, what private ownership unlocks for the residential developer, and what…

28 Sep 11AM 11 min

AGOA Extended: Certainty or Illusion?

The US has extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) to 2028, stabilising duty‑free access for African exporters. But is this really a win, or just temporary certainty? Oxford Economic’s Jervin Naidoo explains what the extension means for South Africa’s auto industry, Kenya’s textiles, and Africa’s trade outlook in…

24 Sep 1PM 19 min

Your Retirement, Your Rules: ETFSA’s Starter Pack Explained

Retirement planning doesn’t need to be intimidating. Suzan Ramotshabi breaks down the biggest barriers stopping South Africans from investing, including Black Tax and fear of making mistakes. She explains how the Starter Pack works, additional ETFSA solutions, and the one step listeners can take today to begin their retirement journey…

23 Sep 1PM 22 min

SARB Tightens: What the 25bps Hike Means for You

The SARB surprised markets with a unanimous vote to hike rates by 25bps, landing against rising inflation expectations and global volatility. Johann Els unpacks the policy mood shift, the 4.4% inflation print, rand vulnerability, and how this decision affects credit conditions, household budgets, and South Africa’s growth outlook heading into…

23 Sep 12PM 14 min

Measured Momentum in SA Banking: Earnings Up, Risks Rising

South Africa’s major banks delivered headline earnings growth of 9.3% to R82.3 billion, stronger ROE at 20.5%, and improved cost‑to‑income ratios — but beneath the numbers lies a fragile domestic recovery and renewed inflation pressure. PwC’s Rivaan Roopnarain breaks down the competitive dynamics across retail, business, corporate and payments ecosystems,…

22 Sep 1PM 14 min

The State of SA Insurance: Climate, Claims & Consumer Strain

South Africa’s insurers are navigating a perfect storm: higher catastrophe losses, rising claims inflation, affordability strain, and a shifting risk landscape shaped by climate volatility and crime. Santam’s Partner Solutions CEO, Gugu Mtetwa, unpacks the sector’s resilience, the worsening underinsurance problem, consumer behaviour shifts, and how insurers are adapting to…

22 Sep 1PM 24 min

Crypto’s Turning Point: Sound Money Capital says Bear Market Dead

After eight months of grinding weakness, crypto snapped sharply higher in August — and Sound Money Capital was fully allocated ahead of the turn. CIO Rob Price explains why seller exhaustion, ETF capitulation, and policy intervention signal the end of the bear market. With Bitcoin reclaiming key resistance and market…

22 Sep 1PM 15 min

Bank Zero achieves Break-Even: 100,000 Customers, Zero Fees, Big Milestone

Bank Zero has achieved its first break‑even month — less than five years after launch and with only 100,000 customers. With cumulative capital investment under R300 million, a founder‑built core banking platform, zero card fraud, and a rapidly expanding deposit base, the bank is redefining digital banking efficiency. Michael Jordaan…

22 Sep 12PM 18 min

Portfolio Overhaul Pays Off: Remgro’s 42% Earnings Surge

Remgro delivered one of its strongest performances in years, with headline earnings up 42.3% and free cash flow at the centre more than doubling. CEO Neville Williams unpacks the strategic reshaping of the portfolio, the Mediclinic restructuring, the CIVH/Vodacom fibre deal, and the Group’s next phase of value unlock. A…

21 Sep 1PM 13 min

Weak Demand, Falling Exports: Inside SA’s Manufacturing Reality

Business confidence in manufacturing slipped to 27 as weak domestic demand and deteriorating export activity continue to weigh on performance. Absa’s Sachin Chanderdhev breaks down the latest survey results, the surprising jump in fixed investment, and why export expectations are improving despite global uncertainty.

21 Sep 1PM 11 min

Construction Rebounds: Afrimat Index Surges Past GDP

South Africa’s construction sector delivered a rare economic bright spot in Q2 2026. Dr Roelof Botha unpacks the 5% quarter‑on‑quarter jump in the Afrimat Construction Index, the 95,000 jobs added, and the surge in building materials production. We explore whether this momentum is sustainable, where the next pockets of opportunity…

21 Sep 12PM 21 min

Affordability, Chinese Brands & NEVs: Cars.co.za Report

Cars.co.za’s Alan Quinn breaks down the Motor Industry Report 2026, revealing the biggest behavioural and affordability shifts in South Africa’s vehicle market. From the 72% surge in Chinese brands, to NEV momentum, to the dominance of price and fuel efficiency in buyer decisions — this episode offers essential insights for…

17 Sep 1PM 21 min

How Impact Finance Network Unlocks Entrepreneurial Growth

Anglo American’s Emma Parker breaks down how the Impact Finance Network (IFN) is reshaping access to capital for South African entrepreneurs. With 162 businesses supported, R1.8 billion mobilised, and 46,000 livelihoods sustained, IFN is proving that connection, capability and catalytic capital can unlock real growth. A practical conversation on investment…

17 Sep 12PM 12 min

Momentum’s R7bn Breakthrough: Inside the Record Results

Momentum Group CEO Jeanette Marais unpacks the Group’s record R7.06 billion earnings, delivered a year ahead of target. We explore the improved quality of earnings, the five business units now delivering over R1bn each, the surge in sales to R93.8 billion, and how the Group’s Impact strategy is reshaping performance…

17 Sep 12PM 14 min