Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
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Today's theme is uncleared samples.
Business Update - Netflix Increases Its Subscribers
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the expectations from this afternoon’s MPC announcement. She also delved into how Netflix earnings reveal an increase in subscribers, despite a crackdown on password sharing.
Putin Saga Makes Ramaphosa Appear Like A Man Who Can Make Decisions
Vladimir Putin will not attend a BRICS summit in South Africa next month amid speculation that he could be detained under an international criminal court warrant for his arrest for war crimes in Ukraine. Leadership Expert and Though leader Dumisani Tembe, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to speak about how this development…
#FirstThingFirst - Cause Of Joburg CBD Gas Explosion Unknown
At least five taxis overturned while motorists were trapped inside their cars following an explosion in the Joburg CBD on Wednesday. While speculation on what could have caused the suspected gas explosion, Sizwe Dhlomo and team weighed in on this unfortunate incident, touching on a concept dubbed “Panyazing”. Listeners also…
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Today's theme is musician feuds
Business Update - Beware of Fake Investment Companies, Warns FSCA
On Business Update, on the vein of the previous discussion on cybercrime, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about Financial Sector Conduct Authority warning consumers of a fake “investment company” taking advantage of citizens money. She also covered the story on steel maker Arcelor Mittal’s weak profits projections for its…
South Africa Cybercrime Capital of Africa?
South Africa is rapidly emerging as the cybercrime capital of Africa as the country is poised to surpass Nigeria and its ‘Nigerian Price’ in cybercrimes. This is according to recent data from TCG Forensics - a private forensic company specialising in digital forensics. Sizwe Dhlomo was joined by Editor of…
#FirstThingFirst - Battle Lines Have Been Drawn: Skosana vs Mbalula
Suspended Public Protector advocate Busisiwe Mkhwebane’s husband, David Skosana, has called out ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula, calling him a “moron” and a “lunatic”. This follows Mbalula attacking Mkhwebana over the weekend. Listeners joined Sizwe Dhlomo and the team to share their views on Skosana defending his wife against Mbalula.
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Remember that game we used to play last year that you loved? The one you said we should keep? Well we are playing it and you must call us now if you want to play it wit us. It’s called sing it back.
Privatisation of ports.
Transnet has broken new ground in privatisation of SA’s ports. Philippines-based multinational port operator has been named as an equity partner for joint venture to run flagship Durban container terminal. Independent Political Analyst, Khaya Sithole, weighed in on whether this deal makes sense or not.
Are you Mandela fatigued?
As the world celebrates Mandela Day today, Sizwe Dhlomo and team shared their thoughts on whether the name carries the same weight it did years ago. Listeners also shared their views, and highlighted how they feel his name is used by opportunists to score points.
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Today's theme is artists named after animals
Business Update - Rand Dips Below R18 Against The US dollar
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about the great news on the Rand dipping below R18 to the US dollar. She also provided an update on suspended Nigerian Central Bank Governor who now faces criminal charges.
Do You Have Anybody You Trust With Your Views?
Sizwe Dhlomo feels that there should be thought leaders driving social discourse conversations and the rest of us should listen and learn. He posed a question to the listeners to identify people they trust with their views. He also asked, do you agree that those who are schooled in certain…
#FirstThingFirst - Zuma Must Return To Prison, Says ConCourt
The Constitutional Court has dismissed an application for leave to appeal about former president Jacob Zuma’s medical parole, saying an appeal had “no reasonable prospects of success.” Sizwe Dhlomo reflected on an interview Phemelo Motene had with Legal Analyst, Mpumelelo Zikalala, last night where Zikalala answered a question about Zuma…
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Today's theme is DJ/Vocalist collabos
Business Update - Ripple Effects Of The Truck Fires On SA Highways
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about U.S and South Africa seeking to boost business ties through various summits. She also spoke about the ripple effects of truck fires on South African highways.
Double Penal System For Road Offences?
The Constitutional Court has found that the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Act (AARTO) is constitutional. Legal Analyst and Founder of Dubazana Attorneys, Nthabiseng Dubazana, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to weigh in on this judgement.
#FirstThingFirst - COPE’s Deregistration Confusion
The Electoral Commission of South Africa has dismissed claims that COPE has been deregistered. This, following reports they would not be contesting 2024 elections. But it turned out, they were actually deregistered as a company. The party’s spokesperson Dennis Bloom was on Phemelo Motene’s show last night and revealed that…
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Today's theme is SAMA Best Female Artists