Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00. Supporting Sizwe on the breakfast show are Sol Phenduka, Mpho Maboi, and Mfundo Mabalane.
#FirstThingsFirst - Holding corruption accused accountable.
More calls have been made for Higher Education Minister Blade Nzimande to be fired. OUTA has accused the minister and the SACP - where Nzimande is the national chair of demanding kickbacks from NSFAS service providers. The team shared their thoughts on whether we should do more than just relying…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is one hit wonders
Navigating Relationships When You Manage Your Friends At Work
During an open line, Anonymous sent a voice note to seek advice. She is a Manager who now manages people who used to be her friends and colleagues before she got promoted. They seem to have expectations to receive special treatment and it has created a problem in both her…
#FirstThingFirst - An Open Line For Springboks Day
ANC Veteran Mavuso Msimang has withdrawn his resignation from the party. Carl Niehaus has abandoned his party ARETA to join the EFF. Former President Jacob Zuma is said to be announcing his “political future” this weekend. The team discussed these stories and opened the lines for listeners to share what’s…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is Queens of Dance
Business Update - Eskom Results Show That It Remains Under Financial Pressure
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhomo about Eskom results showing that it remains under financial pressure. They also touched on why the JSE has been weaker in comparison to other markets.
Would You Land A Plane In An Emergency?
According to a poll by YouGov published in January, about one-third of adults think they can safely land a plane with the help of air traffic control in case of an emergency. 50% of men, thanks to their experience with video games and simulators, think they can do so. Sizwe…
#FirstThingFirst - Rob Hersov Wanted To Fund Gayton McKenzie’s Patriotic Alliance
Earlier this week, Gayton McKenzie revealed via a viral video that entrepreneur Rob Hersov offered to fund his party Patriotic Alliance, provided he doesn’t compete with the DA in the Western Cape. Another video resurfaced, of Rob Hersov himself, confirming that he did approach Gayton McKenzie about the offer. The…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is songs where other musicians or bands are referenced
Business Update - Retailers Expecting A Bleak Christmas This Year
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about retailers’ expectations of a bleak Christmas this year. They also reflected on an interview Gugu had on Kaya Biz last night about a rising voice of criticism and concern being raised about the NHI bill in its current form.
‘Amapanyaza’ Now Classified As Peace Officers
Gauteng’s controversial Gauteng Crime Prevention Wardens have been declared peace officers. Spokesperson for the Joburg Metro Police Department, Xolani Fihla, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to answer a few questions about the difference in the powers afforded to wardens and those that lie with the JMPD.
#FirstThingFirst - “History will be very kind to Jacob Zuma.”
Sizwe Dhlomo uttered: “History will be very kind to Jacob Zuma”. After substantiating this assertion, the team discussed Zuma’s tenure as President, comparing it other South African Presidents, including the current President, Ramaphosa. Listeners shared their thoughts on whether they agree or disagree with Sizwe’s utterances, rating each of the…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is House anthems led by female vocalists
Business Update - Pepkor Looking To Buy Edgars
In Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about Pepkor, the owners of Ackermans and Pep stores, looking to buying Edgars. They also spoke about PetroSA seeking to reopen its refineries, however, with its partnerships with Russian Bank raising concerns over this development.
Relationships Between Artists And Record Labels
Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka discussed the dynamics of relationships between artists and record labels. They touched on a few examples, highlighting exploitation, not just between artists and labels, but also between artists and their management. These examples include the infamous dispute between Zahara and TS Records; possible reasons Liquideep…
#FirstThingFirst - Kingship, A Matter Of Tradition Or Law?
The Pretoria High Court has set aside King Misuzulu KaZwelithini’s recognition by President Cyril Ramaphosa, declaring it unlawful and invalid. As it stands, the Zulu nation doesn’t have a King, legally. The team deliberated on these developments and asked listeners if they go with tradition or law, when it comes…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is Earworms
Business Update - Price Of Chocolate Increases This Holiday Season
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about mining giant, Anglo American, planning a further restructuring across its global operations. They also discussed the increase of chocolate prices this holiday season, due to cocoa shortage.
How The ANC Fairs As A Governing Party
This past weekend, outgoing FirstRand chair Roger Jardine launched his new political movement called Change Starts Now. The ANC commented on him being planted to destabilise the party. Another story relating to ANC from this weekend, was the confusion around EFF supporters being converted by the ANC. Sizwe Dhlomo and…
#FirstThingFirst - Ramaphosa Son’s R1.8 million House To Be Auctioned Off
The Sunday World reported yesterday that a multi-million rands house belonging to the son of President Cyril Ramaphosa, Andile Ramaphosa, will go under the hammer. This after the Joburg high court granted Standard Bank an order to declare the property, which is situated in the leafy suburb of Edenburg, Sandton,…