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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
5,196 Episodes
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WEALTH CREATION – Building wealth with ETFs.

Are you ready to take control of your financial future but not sure where to start? We speak with Gareth Stobie, Director for Strategy and Corporate Development at ETFSA, to explore how ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) can be a simple, effective way to build long-term wealth. Whether you’re just starting out…
6 Oct 4PM 15 min

AGOA: What’s Next for U.S.–Africa Trade Relations?

GUEST – Donald MacKay, CEO of XA Global Trade Advisors The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) officially expired on 30 September 2025, ending more than two decades of duty-free access for African exports to the U.S. market. The lapse has sent shockwaves through key industries from South Africa’s automotive…
6 Oct 4PM 14 min

South African manufacturing mood improves in September, Absa PMI shows

GUEST – Andiswa Nondudule - ABSA CIB Economist The seasonally adjusted Absa Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) increased by 2.7 points to 52.2 points in September, returning to expansionary territory for the second time this year. Absa also points out that, encouragingly, the average PMI for the third quarter rose to…
1 Oct 4PM 11 min

INSIDE YOUR BUSINESS – Inside South Africa’s R900 Billion Township Economy.

GUEST - Mongezi Mtati, Senior Brand Strategist of Rogerwilco and Township CX Report Lead. Township consumers are rewriting the rules of South Africa’s retail and cultural economy, according to the fifth annual Township Customer Experience (CX) Report 2025, released today by Rogerwilco in partnership with Field & Insights Africa and…
1 Oct 4PM 13 min

How SA’s Updated Code Eases Employee Termination for Small Businesses.

South Africa’s new Code of Good Practice on Dismissals, gazetted in September 2025, has redrawn the lines on how employers – particularly small businesses – can dismiss employees. The updated framework acknowledges the reality that smaller firms often lack the HR expertise and resources of big corporates, easing procedural requirements…
1 Oct 4PM 12 min

Decoding the TikTok ownership controversy – Why it matters who owns the platform?

GUEST – Jan Vermeulen, Editor at MyBroadband The popular social media platform has become a global sensation, but its U.S. operations have been at the center of intense scrutiny due to concerns over data privacy, national security, and foreign influence. With a recent deal bringing major American investors on board,…
30 Sep 4PM 11 min

What Two Pot withdrawal stats reveal one year since policy was implemented.

GUEST – Mangaliso Nxasana – Manager: Actuarial Umbrella Fund Solutions at Liberty Liberty Corporate Benefits has published its first report on the impact of South Africa’s Two-Pot Retirement System, Relief Today, Preservation Tomorrow, one year after implementation. The report shows that the system has delivered immediate financial relief for members…
30 Sep 4PM 10 min

The world of executive pay – Why CEOs and executives earn so much?

GUEST - Shaun Barnes, Executive Director at 21st Century We go into the complex world of executive pay in South Africa. From eye-catching headlines about multi-million rand CEO packages to the mechanisms behind them, we explore what truly drives these figures. Shaun Barnes, Executive Director at 21st Century, breaks down…
30 Sep 4PM 12 min

How Artificial Intelligence is Reshaping Workplaces and Career Opportunities

AI is transforming South African workplaces, with demand for AI-related skills surging 77% year-on-year, according to Pnet’s Job Market Trends Report for August 2025. Specialist roles like machine learning engineers and data scientists are growing steadily, while traditional positions from content creators to financial clerks now increasingly require AI proficiency…
30 Sep 4PM 12 min

SA’s deepening jobs crisis – Understanding the Q2 2025 Employment Decline.

South Africa shed 229,000 formal jobs year-on-year in Q2 2025, with community services, manufacturing, and trade hit hardest, while mining and electricity saw modest gains. Quarter-on-quarter, the economy lost 80,000 jobs, marking the third consecutive decline in formal employment. Despite the job losses, average monthly earnings rose 3.4% over the…
30 Sep 4PM 13 min

Why Roadworthiness Can Make or Break Your Insurance Claim.

Your car’s condition could decide whether your insurance claim gets paid or denied. In South Africa, insurers are increasingly rejecting claims where a vehicle’s lack of roadworthiness is shown to have caused or contributed to an accident. Hannes Bester, Manager of Adjudication the Non-Life Division of the National Financial Ombud…
29 Sep 5PM 10 min

The rise of lifestyle audits as a corruption tackling tool in SA.

Fraud and corruption often hide in plain sight, but lifestyle audits are becoming one of the most effective ways to uncover them. By comparing how someone lives against what they officially earn, companies can spot red flags that traditional audits might miss. We speak to Steven Powell, Head of Forensics…
29 Sep 5PM 14 min

Real Estate vs Rolex: Where would you put your money?

GUEST – Michael Zahariev - Co-founder of Luxity Forget what you were taught about property being the ultimate safe haven. While many South Africans still treat real estate as their investment holy grail, a growing number are adding a timeless, tangible asset to their portfolio: luxury watches. Imagine buying a…
29 Sep 5PM 11 min

SARB’s 3% Inflation Target: What It Could Mean for South Africa’s Property Market.

The South African Reserve Bank’s proposal to move towards a single-point inflation target of 3% is sparking debate across the property sector. While the shift is not yet policy, it’s already influencing investor sentiment, affordability dynamics, and expectations in the housing and rental markets. Jonathan Kohler, CEO of Landsdowne Property…
29 Sep 5PM 18 min

Private equity bounces back across Southern Africa.

Southern Africa’s private equity industry is back on the front foot. After years of economic headwinds and fundraising slowdowns, new research from SAVCA shows dealmaking is gathering pace, portfolio companies are growing, and exits are finding momentum. We’re joined by Graham Stokoe, EY Africa Private Capital Leader, who led the…
29 Sep 5PM 11 min
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