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.
#FirstThingFirst - Should Makwana Be Held Accountable?
Eskom says that board chairperson Mpho Makwana is not liable for the R2 million debt his church owes the power utility. Nor is he involved or privy to the payment arrangements the church has with the utility. The team discussed the dynamics around this dilemma and opened lines for listeners…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is Longevity – 20 years later, they are still rocking
Business Update - Payout For Executives Of Royal Bafokeng Platinum
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about Standard Bank’s glorious financials, despite a depressed economy. She also delved into the background of Royal Bafokeng Platinum and its payouts for its executives.
Multi-Party Charter In Full Effect, But Will It Last?
The Multi-Party Charter, a coalition between seven political parties, have officially agreed to join forces ahead of the 2024 general elections after finding common ground on key policies. The team, joined by listeners, discussed the feasibility of this coalition.
#FirstThingFirst - Should We Comment On Public Relationships?
Britney Spears' husband Sam Asghari has said the pair have decided to end their "journey together" after 14 months of marriage. The team discussed how this development has been playing out in public. Listeners shared their thoughts on whether they should opine on public relationships or mind their business.
#SingItBack
Today's theme is artist from Atlanta
Business Update - South Africa’s Retail Sales Decline In June
In Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about South Africa’s retail sales declining year on year in June. She also shared updates on Nigeria’s economy.
How Demotivated Workforce Affects Productivity
KZN's road traffic officers missed several key targets in recent quarters, and reported instances of low morale due to divided management and leadership, reports News 24. The team discussed how demotivated workforce affects productivity and allowed listeners to share how motivated they are as employees right now.
#FirstThingsFirst - Tolerating Prejudices
The team discussed the dynamics around tackling ideological differences between parents and their children or between siblings. For example, if a black person who doesn’t support Afriforum has a son who advocates for the organization. They asked, how far would you go to tolerate prejudice?
#SingItBack
Today's theme is remakes
Business Update - Unemployment Rate Is Not Something To Celebrate, Says Economists
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about SMMEs and households being encouraged to make use of government solar rebate. She also touched on second quarter unemployment numbers, which show reprieve, but the details are concerning.
Rebel Leadership In Africa
The African Union on Monday held talks on the Niger crisis as the country's post-coup rulers showed defiance yet also pointed to diplomacy for a potential solution. With these latest developments in that part of the continent, Dr Sithembile Mbete, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Political Sciences & International…
#FirstThingsFirst - The ANC Youth League Won’t Apologise To Gordhan
The ANC Youth League has refused to apologise to Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan after he demanded a public apology from its president Collen Malatji for his remarks that the minister will sell everything, including South Africans, if he is not stopped from selling state-owned enterprises. The team discussed this,…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is double threat of Singers/Dancers (they are known for their singing and dancing skills)
Business Update - South Africans Struggling To repay Debt, ABSA Losses Reflect
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about ABSA banks seeing heavier loan losses in its interim results. She also covered the story on African telecoms provider MTV shares interim results which show mix results and a new deal with Mastercard…
Reasons For Companies Conducting Credit Checks Before They Hire You
The headline on the Sowetan this morning reads, “Uproar over tougher job tests”. The newspaper reports that unions are slamming mandatory entry requirements to public service that include checks on financial obligations. We broadened the discussion to include other sectors, with Independent Political Analyst and CA(SA), Khaya Sithole, joining Sizwe…
#FirstThingFirst - Is South Africa A Mafia State?
According to News 24, South African institutions are still recovering from years of state capture while organised crime takes our nation alarmingly close to a mafia state. Do you agree with this assertion? Are we a mafia state? This is the question the team answered. Listeners were also invited to…
#SingItBack
Today's theme is 2000’s R&B/Dance Songs
Business Update
On Business Update, Gugulethi Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about medical aid provider Medshield’s declining member numbers. She also touched on results season kicking off with mining houses like Exxarro, Sasol and Northam Platinum reporting expectations of lower profits.
Protecting Yourself In Business By Taking Insurance Is Important
Protecting yourself in business by taking insurance is important. Sunday World reported that DJ Sumbody’s business partner Kagiso Setsetse took a R15-million life cover policy from Momentum a year before he was killed execution style in Joburg last year. Kagisho Mahura, CEO of Gradidge Mahura Investments, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to…