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Pivot Point: South Africa’s Tourism Turning Point

Domestic tourism is becoming South Africa’s most reliable driver of sector resilience. Mashoto Mokgethi, Head of Domestic Tourism at SA Tourism, joins us to discuss Indaba 2026, shifting travel behaviour, rising local spend, and the strategy behind the Sho’t Left movement. A deep dive into how South Africans are rediscovering…

14 May 4PM 24 min

Inside Your Pocket: The Spaza Economy

South Africa’s informal economy is far more powerful than most people realize. Shop2Shop’s Annelene Dippenaar explains how spaza shops circulate money locally, support manufacturers, and create jobs where formal retail doesn’t reach. We unpack the R20‑to‑economy value chain, the daily challenges traders face, and the tools that could transform township…

14 May 4PM 14 min

Karooooo’s delivers record subscriber growth.

Karooooo CEO Zak Calisto joins Kaya Biz to unpack a strong FY2026 performance: 16% subscriber growth, 19% subscription revenue, and a bold investment push into sales capacity and AI-driven productivity. We explore margin pressure, global expansion, and why the company is confident about delivering up to 24% revenue growth in…

14 May 2PM 13 min

Spotify on Powering Africa’s Music Talent

Spotify is investing in Africa’s creator economy—from artist education to studio access and global visibility. Jocelyne Muhutu‑Rémy discusses royalties, financial inclusion, emerging genres, and how Spotify is shaping the future of African music.

13 May 4PM 12 min

Ekasinomics – SmartStart drives township education.

SmartStart has just won the 2026 Skoll Award for Social Innovation. Lilja Lakic explains how a women‑led, community‑owned early learning model is transforming townships, empowering 15 000 micro‑entrepreneurs and reaching 160 000 children weekly—with a target of one million by 2030.

13 May 4PM 11 min

SME Funding Demand & Repayments Surge

GroWise Capital reports its strongest portfolio performance since inception, with rising approval rates, bigger deal sizes, and improved repayment behaviour across all segments. Jonti Strimling breaks down what’s driving SME resilience — and which sectors are powering new demand.

13 May 4PM 16 min

INSIDE YOUR BUSINESS: A New Pathway for MSME Funding

Access to finance remains the biggest hurdle for South Africa’s small businesses. Finfind CEO Darlene Menzies explains how a new partnership with the Durban Chamber is helping MSMEs become funding‑ready—from automated matching tools to centralized funder databases and data‑driven insights

13 May 2PM 17 min

Transnet opens rail lines to 11 operators

South Africa's state rail firm Transnet SOC Ltd. today granted 11 private companies concessions to operate trains on its freight network. This is an effort to put forward necessary reforms that are expected to improve logistical bottlenecks that have constrained economic growth. For more on this, we're joined by Moshe…

13 May 2PM 5 min

Dipula delivers a 20% distributable earnings jump

Dipula Properties posts a 20% jump in interim distributable earnings, boosted by strategic acquisitions, stronger tenant retention, and a growing solar footprint. CEO Izak Petersen unpacks the numbers, the outlook for retail‑led property, and why Dipula has upgraded its full‑year guidance.

13 May 2PM 15 min

How Boss Babes Is Using Tech for Good

Boss Babes has grown into one of SA’s most influential digital empowerment platforms. Founder Kovini Moodley shares how intentional tech use, mental‑health advocacy, mentorship and #ShareSisonke are driving national impact — and what’s next for this fast‑growing social‑impact movement.

12 May 3PM 10 min

SA’s E‑commerce Repositioning

A new cross‑border e‑commerce report signals a shift: consumers now prioritise certainty over low prices. SAIEA’s Zandile Nzalo breaks down slowing growth, trust gaps, logistics pressures, and how local platforms and SMEs can compete in a market where reliability is the new currency.

12 May 3PM 15 min

Shifting SA’s Unemployment Curve

South Africa’s unemployment rate has climbed to 32.9%, adding more than 330,000 people to the jobless ranks. YES, CEO Ravi Naidoo goes beyond the numbers — unpacking structural barriers, demand‑led job creation, township value chains, and the bold interventions needed to shift the youth employment trajectory.

12 May 3PM 17 min

Navigating Rising Market Volatility

Global tensions, surging oil prices and inflation fears have shaken markets. Allan Gray's Jithen Pillay explains why defensive positioning matters, how to avoid one‑way bets, and what smart diversification looks like in an unpredictable 2026 investment lan dscape.

12 May 3PM 16 min

Ford & the Future of SA Agriculture

Live from NAMPO 2026, Ford’s Neale Hill unpacks how the brand is powering resilience in South Africa’s agricultural economy. From farmer capability needs to the next evolution of the Ranger, we explore industrialisation, technology, and the future of farming in a high‑pressure environment.

12 May 3PM 15 min

Wealth Creation – Investing at Any Age

From TFSAs to retirement annuities, Nedbank’s Vanesha Palani breaks down smart strategies for every life stage. Whether you’re 22 or 62, this episode shows how to start investing, avoid common behavioural traps, and build long‑term financial resilience.

11 May 4PM 14 min

Vodacom’s R167bn Year

From a 22.9% jump in headline earnings to a massive fintech expansion, Vodacom’s FY2026 results signal strong momentum. Group CEO Shameel Joosub unpacks Safaricom consolidation, network investment, rising energy costs, and the next phase of Vision 2030.

11 May 4PM 10 min

Redefine fy revenue up 2.4%, improves outlook

Redefine Properties posted a resilient first half, lifting distributable income and dividends despite sector headwinds. CFO Ntobeko Nyawo explains the numbers behind the performance.

11 May 4PM 14 min

Investment Trends Shaping SA’s Energy Transition

South Africa is emerging as a climate tech hotspot — from CCS to hydrogen, nuclear, and long‑duration storage. Margo‑Ann Werner, an expert in climate innovation and low‑carbon investment, breaks down investor appetite, regulatory gaps, government incentives, and the role of AI in grid optimisation.

11 May 4PM 9 min

Tharisa’s $550m Underground Expansion Leap

With over $850m already invested and another $550m committed, Tharisa is transitioning to a smart, mechanised underground mine that will extend operations for 50+ years. CEO Phoevos Pouroulis discusses the Cementation Africa partnership, job creation, and long‑term value.

11 May 4PM 14 min

Careers Corner: What Employers Can & Can’t Do as Costs Rise

As global instability pushes up costs, employers face tough decisions. CDH’s Rashaad Dadoo unpacks unilateral changes, consultation duties, wage pressure, hybrid work, and how to stay compliant while keeping operations sustainable.

11 May 4PM 11 min