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Kaya Biz

At the helm of Gauteng’s biggest business radio show, Kaya Biz, is Gugulethu who will be leading the conversation on what is next for the Afropolitan business landscape. The show presents local and international business news, entrepreneurship, corporate and investment banking. Since its inception in May 2006 Kaya Biz has grown from a half-an-hour daily finance update to an hour show bringing compelling business news and market reviews to listeners.
Daily English South Africa Business News · Investing
4,723 Episodes
260 – 280

Chery SA records best-ever sales in November

GUEST - Pogiso Dibakoane - Motoring Expert and Technician The South African automotive market is undergoing a seismic shift, with Chinese brands rapidly gaining ground. But with so many options, how do these brands differentiate themselves?
12 Dec 2024 2PM 17 min

A Tale of Two Acquisitions: Barloworld and Bidvest Bank

GUEST - Zwelakhe Mnguni – Chief Investment Officer at Benguela Global Funds Manager In this episode, we delve into the complex world of corporate acquisitions. We'll dissect two high-profile deals: Barloworld's strategic move and Bidvest Bank's bold venture.
12 Dec 2024 2PM 12 min

The disconnect between vehicle ownership and insurance in South Africa.

GUEST - Schalk Fischer, Insurance Vertical Sales Leader at TransUnion TransUnion’s data shows there is a disconnect between the number of vehicles on the road and the proportion of insured drivers. Despite the public’s awareness of the risks of driving uninsured, many consumers still do not purchase vehicle insurance. This…
10 Dec 2024 3PM 18 min

The 49-day pay gap: why December salaries fall short.

GUEST - Kabelo Makeke, head of personal and private banking at Standard Bank South Africa With many employers paying December salaries as early as the 13th, the gap before the next payday is significant – 42 days for those usually paid on the 25th and 49 days for month-end earners…
10 Dec 2024 3PM 12 min

Emerald van Zyl WesBank was accused of overcharging black clients – We get an update

.GUEST – Lebo Gaoaketse – Head of Marketing and Comms, WesBank WesBank, one of South Africa's leading vehicle finance institutions, has come under scrutiny following allegations that it systematically overcharged black clients compared to white clients. According to a whistleblower and financial investigator Emerald van Zyl, black clients were charged…
10 Dec 2024 3PM 15 min

Cláudia Conceição, IFC Regional Director for Southern Africa

The Africa Financial Summit, recently held in Morocco, brought together the continent’s most influential financial leaders, innovators, and decision-makers for a transformative gathering. During the event, participants worked to chart a new course for Africa’s financial future.
10 Dec 2024 7AM 9 min

Global remuneration trends that talent-hungry employers need to know.

GUEST - Dr Mark Bussin, President of the South African Reward Association. The world of work is evolving rapidly and along with it, employee demands and remuneration practices. “Companies who want to stay ahead of the talent race need to keep abreast of these changes and adapt accordingly,” says Dr…
9 Dec 2024 1PM 15 min

What are South Africa’s coolest brands according to the Youth?

GUEST – Lesego Kotane - MD for Yellowwood and TBWA Group Strategy Officer In an ever-evolving world, understanding the perspectives and preferences of youth has never been more crucial. The GenNext 2024 Youth Behaviour Report offers a detailed exploration of the habits, attitudes, and aspirations of South African youth. From…
9 Dec 2024 1PM 22 min

Elevate Your Pitch, Elevate Your Business.

GUEST - Mbongeni Masondo – Co-Founder of Sobae Frozen and Selebogo Molefe - Founder of Share the Codes A killer elevator pitch can be the difference between a missed opportunity and a game-changing partnership. In a world where time is precious, the ability to concisely communicate your business idea is…
4 Dec 2024 1PM 17 min

INSIDE YOUR BUSINESS – Where were CSI Budgets spent in 2024?

GUEST – Sheldon Morais, Trialogue’s Head of Thought Leadership In South Africa’s fragile economy, companies are playing an increasingly important role in contributing to the upliftment of the communities in which they operate and supporting social development. Corporate South Africa’s commitment to social change is marked by its investment of…
4 Dec 2024 1PM 15 min

A decade of EasyEquities: We reflect on the journey.

Join us as we sit down with Charles Savage, CEO of Purple Group, to discuss a year of remarkable highlights. From humble beginnings as a startup, Purple Group has grown into a financial powerhouse with EasyEquities managing close to R60 billion in assets. We delve into the company's journey, its…
4 Dec 2024 1PM 15 min

Tiger Brands reports 4% rise in annual profit.

JSE-listed food producer Tiger Brands reported revenue growth of 1% to R37.7 billion. The company also declared a final dividend of 684 cents per share, up 1.9% from last year. We chat to Tiger Brand's CFO, Thushen Govender on the company's latest results.
4 Dec 2024 1PM 14 min

Consumers show signs of financial recovery with easing inflation and I interest rates.

GUEST – Jaco van Jaarsveldt, Head of Commercial Strategy and Innovation at Experian Despite ongoing financial pressures, South African consumers are showing signs of optimism. Experian’s Q3 2024 Consumer Default Index (CDIx) reveals a record high appetite for credit, coupled with a slight improvement in the overall default rate, suggesting…
3 Dec 2024 5PM 12 min

SA's economy shrinks in third quarter

GUEST – Joe De Beer – DDG responsible for economic statistics at STATS SA The South African economy unexpectedly contracted by 0.3% from the second to the third quarter this year. Economists polled by Reuters expected growth of 0.5%. In the third quarter, the economy was only 0.3% larger than…
3 Dec 2024 4PM 10 min
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