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Fresh and Thato spoke to Senior Journalist at The Citizen, Faizel Patel on what to make of their story of residents of Boipatong in the Vaal who has been living with raw sewage spilling into their streets and yards with some residents even linking their illnesses directly to the spill. Now, after The Citizen's exposé, Deputy Water and Sanitation Minister, Jack Bloom has stepped in and escalating t...

The Hani family has launched The Hani Legacy, a narrative platform aimed at keeping Chris Hani’s legacy relevant in the present. Its flagship campaign, Hani Memorandum II, invites South Africans to add their voices to a modern memorandum inspired by the 1969 document that called for accountability and renewal within the liberation movement. Phemelo speaks to Chris Hani’s daughter and The Hani Lega...

South Africa is debating whether learners’ access to social media should be restricted during school hours, as countries including Australia, Malaysia, Indonesia and Greece introduce tighter rules for children online. Four schools are competing in the National Schools Moot Court Programme, which this year focuses on digital rights, online safety and the best interests of the child. Phemelo speaks...

Gauteng is prioritising 10 police stations with high numbers of reported rape cases as the province steps up its response to gender-based violence and femicide. The plan includes additional policing and victim support, strengthened Thuthuzela Care Centres and sexual offences courts, 1,022 GBV brigades across 122 high-risk precincts and 56 additional social workers. Phemelo speaks to Gauteng Govern...

RISE Mzansi Johannesburg mayoral candidate Lukhona Mnguni joins Phemelo to unpack the party’s plans for the city ahead of the local government elections. Mnguni outlines six priorities, including tackling criminality and hijacked buildings, improving service delivery, reforming transport, supporting informal traders, streamlining municipal entities and bringing greater political stability to Jobur...

A growing number of Kensington residents are leaving the Johannesburg suburb as abandoned and hijacked homes, illegal extensions and overcrowding take their toll. Residents say property hijackings are driving down property values and putting further pressure on electricity, water and sewerage services. Phemelo speaks to Journalist at the Daily Maverick, Naledi Mashishi. www.kaya959.co.za ·...

As global supply chains shift, AI investment accelerates and demand for critical minerals rises, could Africa be entering a new era of economic opportunity? Frank Blackmore of KPMG and Zeph Nhleko of the DBSA explore the continent's growth prospects, infrastructure challenges, investment opportunities and the decisions that could shape Africa's economic future www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

For creators, artists, influencers and entrepreneurs, unpredictable income often comes with the territory. Janis Robson from FNB discusses how freelancers and creators can better manage cash flow, separate business and personal finances, plan for lean periods and turn creative success into long-term financial sustainability. www.kaya959.co.za

Financial plans shouldn't be static. Haydn Johns, Head of PSG Life and PSG Invest at PSG Wealth, explains how major life events such as marriage, parenthood, career changes, divorce, inheritance and retirement reshape financial priorities, and why regularly updating your financial plan could be one of the most important wealth-building habits www.kaya959.co.za · Best Of Kaya Biz

South Africa's listed property sector has struggled to keep pace with other asset classes, but improving fundamentals are beginning to attract fresh attention. Independent property analyst Keillen Ndlovu unpacks whether declining vacancies, stronger balance sheets, logistics demand and attractive valuations could signal a turning point for REIT investors, while also exploring the future of malls,...

With today being World Teachers' Day, a day meant to honor educators and evaluate the state of the teaching profession. The team and listeners reflected on the 1 teacher who changed each of their trajectories and professions they are in today. Kaya 959

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on news of government considers a removal of the RAF fuel levy. They also discussed the effects of the sharp fuel price increases expected this week. Kaya 959

Fresh, Thato and the team weighed in on the effects of the Cigarette advertising ban, this in light of the number of new smokers and younger children whose never seen cigarette ads adopting smoking. The team asked what was it that got you smoking in the first place if smoking adverts has been banned in the last 20 - 25 years? Kaya 959

Every Mondays kids get things off their chest about grown-ups and get to tell us how they spent the weekend. Kaya 959

Fresh and Thato spoke to Investigative Journalist at Daily Maverick, Pieter-Louis Myburgh on what to make of their investigative on the relationship between new Ticketpro owners and Sports Minister. Ticketpro is now the official ticketing vendor for Cricket South Africa and Safa, was sold in May by Blu Label to a women-owned empowerment consortium with links to the Patriotic Alliance. Its new CEO...

This week on The World Show we take a look at the soulful side of house music with Harley & Muscle. The Milan-based duo's sound is inspired by deep house, funk, soul and jazz. They’ve kept the groove, the vinyl and the ageless dance floor music alive for 30 years. We’ll be chatting about their journey, and Harley & Muscle will be dropping a special guest mix. kaya 959 · Kaya FM

Santiago de Cuba is a city of percussion and procession, of voices and ceremony, of music carried through generations — sometimes written down, sometimes remembered in the body. And somewhere in that soundscape, a young David Virelles was listening. Listening to Cuban music, to Bach, to the elders and to the piano. Later, his life would take him from Santiago to Toronto, and then to New York. Alon...

T-Bose, had a chat with trailblazing football referee Akhona Makalima for a conversation that goes beyond the pitch. Akhona takes us back to her childhood and shares what it was like being raised by her grandparents, the experiences that shaped the woman she is today, and how her journey in coaching and football eventually led her to the world of refereeing. She also opens up about female empowerm...

Khaya Mahlangu is a celebrated South African saxophonist, composer, arranger and educator, born in Soweto in 1954. He began his musical journey on bugle, moved to trumpet and later made the saxophone his signature voice. Over a career spanning several decades, he has performed alongside leading figures including Hugh Masekela, Abdullah Ibrahim and Jonas Gwangwa, while mentoring younger musicians a...

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to make of Credit ratings agency, Moodys upgrading Kenya. They also discussed how the Rand is taking a beating because of the U.S. Kaya 959

Today we asking, what is the perfect movie to watch as a family Kaya 959

Fresh and Thato spoke to Satirical Puppet Political Commentator, Chester Missing reflects on some of the headline making news of the week. Chester also spoke on what to expect from the Chester's Got Talent show at the Pieter Toerien Theatre at Montecasino until Sunday.  Kaya 959

Phemelo is joined by acclaimed author Prof Zakes Mda and a live studio audience for the launch of his new book, Chris Hani: A Life of Courage and Compassion. The book takes a fresh look at the life, legacy and political influence of Chris Hani, exploring why, more than three decades after his assassination, he remains one of South Africa’s most influential and widely remembered political figures k...

Following the appointment of a new CEO, ACSA Board Chairperson Irvin Phenyane joins Gugu Mfuphi to discuss leadership succession, governance, aviation innovation and the long-term strategy behind South Africa's airport network. The conversation explores what comes after recovery and how ACSA plans to position itself for its next phase of growth www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Millions of South Africans belong to loyalty programmes, yet many still miss out on rewards at the checkout. Byron Rode, Founder and CEO of (my)cards, joins Kaya Biz to discuss how technology is changing loyalty programmes, consumer behaviour, and the growing role rewards play in helping households stretch their budgets further www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM