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The Absa Jazz Sessions at Marble bring live jazz into a curated setting shaped by music, food and conversation. Absa describes the series as a space for artists, chefs and creatives; today we return to the sessions through a conversation with Candice Thurston, Absa Group’s Managing Executive for Brand and Marketing. She represents the bank in its work around the Absa Jazz Sessions at Marble, a ser...

Musicologist Dr Sheldon Rocha Leal joined Phemelo for a Heritage Day conversation exploring the role of music in shaping South Africa’s cultural identity. The feature also highlighted artists and songs including Harari’s “Give” and G Jealous’ “Luqale Sakudlala”, alongside music from Dr Alban, Cesária Évora, Rozalla and Ringo Mandlingozi. www.kaya959.co.za

Ahead of Chefs & Chenin, Premier Cru Wine founder Hervé Delabesse joined Phemelo for a conversation about Chenin Blanc, wine, storytelling and the art of matching the right bottle to the right occasion. He also shared what listeners can expect from Premier Cru Wines at the two-day culinary celebration. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Leroy Marc rounds up five productions to put on your radar, including the survival thriller Heat of the Beast, period drama The Weight, the latest Resident Evil reinvention and The Uprising, starring Andrew Garfield. He also highlighted Shockwave, a new South African drama set against the backdrop of the final decade of apartheid. www.kaya959.co.za

Indigenous food chef Mokgadi Itsweng took us into the world of South Africa’s indigenous cuisine, exploring the ingredients, flavours and stories rooted in our heritage. The conversation also looked at why preserving traditional food knowledge remains important today. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Dr Kedibone Seutloadi joined Phemelo to unpack the rich customs and traditions that shape indigenous South African weddings. The conversation explored practices including lobolo, rites of passage, welcoming the bride and groom, customary marriage and how these traditions are evolving alongside modern life. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Over 40% of South Africans avoid money conversations, even though finances are their biggest source of stress. Tebogo Motsepe from Nedbank shares insights from Nedbank’s NedFinHealth Index, exploring why shame, fear, and family norms keep people silent — and how everyday conversations can build healthier financial habits and long‑term confidence. www.kaya959.co.za

The US has extended the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) to 2028, stabilising duty‑free access for African exporters. But is this really a win, or just temporary certainty? Oxford Economic’s Jervin Naidoo explains what the extension means for South Africa’s auto industry, Kenya’s textiles, and Africa’s trade outlook in a world of rising tariffs and geopolitical competition. www.kaya959.co...

South Africans can now move up to R2 million offshore annually without SARS preapproval. But with the rand’s long‑term depreciation and the risk of “calling the currency wrong,” how should investors balance local and global exposure? Imraan Jakoet unpacks the risks, opportunities, and why offshore investing is essential for accessing global growth sectors. www.kaya959.co.za

This week on Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana discusses damages claims over fraudulent misrepresentations, smoke breaks and alleged dagga use at work, and a claim following a fall outside a Makro store. She also answers some of your burning legal questions. www.kaya959.co.za

The DA has approached the Electoral Court, challenging ActionSA, the EFF, MK Party and GOOD over their submission of PR candidate lists with only one name ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections. The DA argues the move denies voters access to the full list of candidates before voting. Phemelo speaks to DA Federal Chairperson Solly Msimanga and ActionSA National Chairperson Michael Beaumont. w...

Clicks’ KwaMakhi, Shoprite’s expansion, Tiger Brands’ 110,000‑spaza distribution — big FMCG players are moving aggressively into township markets. Nevo Hadas from Smartfill unpacks what’s driving this surge, whether small retailers are true partners, how refill models reveal consumer behaviour, and what meaningful market access looks like for township entrepreneurs. A deep dive into competition, d...

Retirement planning doesn’t need to be intimidating. Suzan Ramotshabi breaks down the biggest barriers stopping South Africans from investing, including Black Tax and fear of making mistakes. She explains how the Starter Pack works, additional ETFSA solutions, and the one step listeners can take today to begin their retirement journey — plus a preview of next week’s live roundtable. www.kaya959.co...

South Africa’s entrepreneurs face major barriers when seeking funding — but a new national initiative aims to change that. Lee Naik explains how Access to Finance™ uses data visibility, profiling, and a structured digital journey to match SMEs with the right funders. A practical conversation on readiness, misconceptions, and how improved visibility transforms lending. www.kaya959.co.za

The SARB surprised markets with a unanimous vote to hike rates by 25bps, landing against rising inflation expectations and global volatility. Johann Els unpacks the policy mood shift, the 4.4% inflation print, rand vulnerability, and how this decision affects credit conditions, household budgets, and South Africa’s growth outlook heading into 2027. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

#PRO-TIP: R100 Million National Youth Fund: What Young Entrepreneurs Need to Know with Ndumiso Kubheka -CEO of National Youth Development Agency

Feel good about feeling good! That’s exactly what The Feel-Good show is about. An escape from the negativity that surrounds us, indulging you in good feels. Pass it on to one and all. Spread the good feeling around Gauteng with Andy Maqondwana. Kaya 959 Website

Fresh and Thato had a sit down with Founder of Maano Green, Percy Manenzhe a qualified Landscape Technologist on his entrepreneurial journey and the story of Maano Green, an integrated property and facilities management company specializing in landscaping, irrigation, roadside maintenance and architectural design providing services to commercial property companies and government.    Kaya 959

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to make of Balwin officially delisting from the JSE. They also discussed ⁠Lucky Star producer struggling to keep up with demand. Kaya 959

Every Wednesday, kids teach the adults the latest slang, trends and what's cool. What is that interesting fact about your heritage and how you celebrating your heritage day? Kaya 959

Fresh and Thato spoke to Sowetan News Editor, Lindile Sifile on what to make of suspended deputy national police commissioner, Lieutenant-General Shadrack Sibiya, appearance before the Randburg Magistrate's Court facing five counts including sexual grooming of a child, human trafficking and rape. The charge sheet alleges Sibiya coerced a 16-year-old daughter of a colleague to send him explicit con...

US President Donald Trump has addressed the UN General Assembly in New York, speaking about the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, relations with Iran and his administration’s foreign policy. Trump said he expects to reach a deal with Iran after the US midterm elections, while warning that he faces a decision over whether to escalate the conflict. Phemelo speaks to Global Affairs Specialist and...

Fifty former matric learners from Baphutheng Senior Secondary School are taking the Limpopo Department of Education to court after being found guilty of group copying and having their 2024 matric results withheld. The department has acknowledged that the disciplinary process was procedurally unlawful but is seeking a new hearing. Phemelo speaks to Section27 Education Attorney Thato Gaffane. www.ka...

Suspended deputy police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya has appeared in the Randburg Magistrate’s Court facing charges of sexually grooming a minor, child trafficking and rape. The matter has been postponed to 29 September for a bail hearing, with the state opposing bail over concerns about possible witness intimidation and flight risk. Phemelo speaks to Kaya News reporter Keneiloe Huma. www.kaya959....

Phemelo is joined in studio by ActionSA Johannesburg mayoral candidate Herman Mashaba to unpack his plans for the city. Mashaba is among the party’s senior leaders considered for the mayoral candidacy, with ActionSA saying the selection process focused on candidates’ ability to address the city’s service delivery challenges. www.kaya959.co.za