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Kaya Biz

At the helm of Gauteng’s biggest business radio show, Kaya Biz, is Gugulethu who will be leading the conversation on what is next for the Afropolitan business landscape. The show presents local and international business news, entrepreneurship, corporate and investment banking. Since its inception in May 2006 Kaya Biz has grown from a half-an-hour daily finance update to an hour show bringing compelling business news and market reviews to listeners.
Daily English South Africa Business News · Investing
5,051 Episodes
540 – 560

Only one-third of South African estate agents met their sales targets in 2024

GUEST - Estani Marx - Lightstone business development executive Only a third of estate agents in South Africa reached their sales targets in terms of volume and value in 2024, slightly down from 2023, but expectations are high for 2025, according to the property market intelligence company Lightstone Property. Lightstone…
20 Jan 1PM 13 min

EXPLAINER: What you need to know about meme coins.  

GUEST – Jan Vermeulen - Editor at Mybroadband What Is a Meme Coin? Meme coins are cryptocurrencies inspired by internet memes, jokes, or cultural trends. Unlike Bitcoin or Ethereum, which focus on solving specific problems or enabling decentralized applications, meme coins often have limited utility. Their value is largely driven…
20 Jan 1PM 16 min

Trump Inauguration: What it means for African economies and the rest of the world.

GUEST - Tembisa Fakude - Afrasid Senior Research Fellow and Director We take a deep dive into the coverage surrounding President Donald Trump's second inauguration and explore what his return to office means for Africa. From the policies that shaped his first term to the potential shifts in U.S.-Africa relations,…
20 Jan 1PM 7 min

Mine Rehabilitation: The consequences of abandoned mines.

GUEST – Peter Major, a director a Mining at Modern Corporate Solutions Abandoned mines in South Africa—a topic that has become increasingly urgent as the country grapples with the environmental and social consequences of decades of mining activity. South Africa's rich mining history has played a central role in shaping…
20 Jan 1PM 18 min

How Scammers Exploit Psychology  

GUEST – Clinical Psychologist Dr Khosi Jiyane Scammers utilise human psychological prejudices to choose their victims, through various kinds of vulnerabilities such as not being thoughtful of the fact that one could get scammed or not being knowledgeable of technology and how easy it is to believe the legitimacy of…
16 Jan 12PM 13 min

In conversation with Gerrie Fourie – Chief Executive at Capitec Bank  

Gerrie Fourie, the CEO of Capitec Bank, join us. Under his visionary leadership, Capitec has grown into South Africa’s largest bank by customer base, a feat that reflects not only innovation in banking but also a deep understanding of the South African consumer. From economic pressures to evolving consumer behaviour,…
16 Jan 12PM 18 min

AMSA closure – where to for automotive manufacturing in South Africa?  

GUEST – Renai Moothilal – CEO of National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) The announced closure of AMSA's long steel production from the Newcastle blast furnace could significantly impact on the South African automotive sector, a cornerstone of the country's economy. A core supplier of speciality steel,…
16 Jan 12PM 13 min

Is South Africa experiencing an Avacado shortage? Why are avacados so expensive?

GUEST – Thabile Nkunjana – Agricultural Economist As one of the world's leading producers of avocados, South Africa has seen a growing demand for its premium produce both domestically and internationally. However, recent reports suggest that the country is facing a shortage, which is raising concerns among farmers, suppliers, and…
16 Jan 12PM 9 min

Israel-Hamas ceasefire – economic impact.

GUEST - Xhanti Payi – PwC Senior Economist As the world watches the situation in the Middle East unfold, the prospect of a ceasefire brings with it hopes for a de-escalation of tensions, potentially stabilizing key global markets and providing relief to industries affected by the ongoing conflict.
16 Jan 12PM 8 min

Department of Transport on scholar transport regulation.

GUEST - Lesiba Mpya, Spokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport As the 2025 academic year kicks off, the Gauteng Department for Roads and Transport is sending a clear message to scholar transport operators ahead of the new school term. With the safety of learners a top priority…
15 Jan 1PM 11 min

FlySafair responds to ‘overbooking’ investigation.

GUEST - Kirby Gordon, FlySafair chief marketing officer. In recent days, FlySafair has found itself at the center of an investigation launched by the National Consumer Commission (NCC) over its overbooking practices, following complaints from passengers. While the airline has openly admitted to overbooking on social media, it stresses that…
15 Jan 1PM 10 min

Retailers must price fresh produce per 100g – Comp Commission.

GUEST – Ruan Mare - Technical director at the Competition Commission. South African retailers must use standardized pricing for fruit and vegetables and price per 100 grams to enable consumers to easily compare prices across different stores. This is a result of a Competition Commission investigation into the fresh produce…
14 Jan 1PM 14 min

ALLAN GRAY– How to invest offshore to finance international education

GUEST – Shaheed Mohamed - Head of Group Savings and Investments at Allan Gray. A good education is one of the greatest gifts a parent can give their children. However, making this dream a reality requires a proactive approach to financial planning, particularly when considering an international education and dealing…
14 Jan 1PM 11 min

South Africa’s Top Career Opportunities for 2025

GUEST -Paul Byrne, Head of Data Insights & Customer Success at Pnet As we close the chapter on 2024, it’s clear that South Africa’s job market is undergoing dynamic changes. The latest Pnet Job Market Trends Report gives us an in-depth look at hiring activity, sector-specific demand, and regional recruitment…
14 Jan 1PM 22 min

Ethiopia launches stock exchange in fresh step to liberalise economy.

GUEST – Siya Biniza – Executive Director - Political Economy Southern Africa Ethiopia launched a securities exchange on Friday, in what officials touted as a milestone in Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's drive to open up the country's tightly controlled economy to private investment. Just one company, Wegagen Bank, was initially…
14 Jan 1PM 11 min

Back-to-School Blues: 95% of Parents Stressed, 88% Financially Strained – 1Life Survey

GUEST – Hayley Parry, Money Coach and facilitator at 1Life’s Truth About Money The 2nd annual Back-to-School survey conducted by 1Life Insurance has shed light on the significant challenges parents face during the back-to-school season, revealing a stressful and financially draining period for families across South Africa. The survey found…
14 Jan 1PM 11 min
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