Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00.
Political Parties Scramble For 50 000 Signatures To Get On The Ballot
Mmusi Maimane’s Build One South Africa (BOSA) has a press briefing scheduled for this morning, outside the IEC offices in Pretoria. Ahead of this event, Sizwe Dhlomo invited Dumisani Tembe, Leadership & Organisational Development Specialist, to share insights on the struggle for political parties to meet the signature threshold for…
#FirstThingFirst - EFF In A PR Storm Over Parliamentarian Apologies
EFF leader Julius Malema posted on X last night in response to the outrage resulting from Naledi Chirwa’s apology letter for not attending parliament session during Budget Speech last month. The team deliberated on Malema’s utterances and asked listeners if they agree with him or not. They also asked, “is…
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Business Update - Shoprite Continues To Dominate As Largest Retailer In SA
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to speak about Shoprite’s continued dominance as the largest retailer in South Africa, following the release of its results yesterday. They also spoke about South Africa side-stepping a recession in the fourth quarter GDP of 2023.
Do You Prioritize Price Or Patriotism When Buying Goods?
The Sowetan reports on its front page this morning that four people, three of them tuck shop owners have been gunned down in Ratanda township in Heidelberg over the past month. Most of these cases involve foreign nationals as alleged perpetrators. Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka spoke about entrepreneurship, particularly…
#FirstThingFirst - Final Word On E-Tolls
Gauteng MEC for Finance Jacob Mamabolo said in his budget speech yesterday that the province has approached financial institutions to borrow the necessary money needed to pay off the e-toll debt – while taking on over R4 billion worth of maintenance backlogs. The team discussed his reiteration of what Gauteng…
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Business Update - RCL Foods Unbundles Rainbow Chicken
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss RCL Foods’ unbundling of Rainbow Chicken and plans to list the subsidiary on the JSE. They also spoke about Competition Commission’s digital media inquiry in attempts to enhance competition and fair game in the production of online content.
Biden Relaxes Sanctions Against Zimbabwe
American President Joe Biden has announced an end of the superpower’s blanket sanctions regime on Zimbabwe. On the other hand, he has tightened restrictions on President Mnangagwa and other Zimbabwean leaders over ‘corruption, serious human rights abuses.’ Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka discussed these developments and asked listeners, “does the…
#FirstThingFirst - Pressure Mounts On Mapisa-Nqakula To Vacate Her Seat Amid Corruption Allegations
The pressure continues to mount on National Assembly Speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula to vacate her seat as Head of the Legislature in the wake of corruption allegations against her. EFF and DA are the latest opposition parties who have called for Speaker to be removed. If speaker does get removed, would…
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Business Update - Zimbabwe’s Inflation At 6-month High
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to provide an update on aviation safety and market conditions in Africa. They also spoke about Zimbabwe’s continuing struggle with inflation, which sits at a 6-month high.
R1.3 Million Spent On Two “Super Fans” To Attend Rugby World Cup
The Star newspaper reports on its front page this morning that taxpayers shelled out at least R1,3 million for the “super fans” Mama Joy Chauke and Botha Msila travel and accommodation during last year’s Rugby World Cup in France. Nqobile Ndlovu, Sports Business Specialist & Founder of CashNSports, joined Sizwe…
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Business Update - Truworths Reports A Decline In Sales
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi and Kgomotso Meso spoke about the decline in sales for retailer Truworths, as South African consumers continue to struggle financially. They also spoke about the “Oprah effect”, focusing on how leaving Weigh Watchers has affected the share price for the weight loss drug.
Where Do You Draw A Line On Conspiracy Theories?
Katt Williams was recently interviewed by Joe Rogan on his Joe Rogan Experience show. They covered many topics, including a conspiracy theory that U.S. government adds fluoride to drinking the water to shrink the pineal gland. They suggest that high levels of fluoride are dangerous and can lower your IQ…
#FirstThingFirst - New And Small Parties Disappointed At IEC Requirement
Change Starts Now, led by Roger Jardine , announced last night that they are pulling out as contenders for this year’s elections because they were unable to meet the IEC's requirement. The Constitutional Court’s ruling on Electoral Amendment Act stands, whereby a provision was made , requiring independent candidates to…
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Business Update - Transnet Has A New CEO!
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Kgomotso Meso about the projected decline in Woolworths’ profits. They also reflected on the appointment a new Transnet CEO, Michelle Phillips; as well as new Eskom CEO’s tenure beginning in March.
Some Wins In Fighting CIT Heists
Independent Organised Crime Investigator with IRS Forensic Investigations., Chad Thomas, joined Kgomotso Meso to share insights on measures crime intelligence has implemented to fight CIT heists. He commended the banding together of law enforcement in fighting crime with a firm hand. Moreover, he emphasised the need for more money to…