Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo
Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo on Kaya 959 weekdays, 06h00 to 09h00. Supporting Sizwe on the breakfast show are Sol Phenduka, Mpho Maboi, and Mfundo Mabalane.
Old school possessions you still have in your home
Sizwe Dhlomo had a dream last night. Although he doesn’t remember how it started or the specifics, he remembers a VCR machine being in the dream. The team reminisced about old things they still have in their houses and asked listeners, “what old school equipment do you still have in…
#FirstThingsfiirst - Mcebisi Jonas to represent South Africa in the U.S
Businessman and former politician Mcebisi Jonas has been appointed South Africa’s special envoy to the US. In a statement, Ramaphosa’s office said Jonas “will lead negotiations, foster strategic partnerships and engage with US government officials and private-sector leaders to promote our nation’s interests”. Will his previous comments about Donald Trump,…
#SingItBack - 14 April 2025
Today's theme is singers with Smooth Voices
Business update - NUMSA workers demand a wage increase
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to speak about NUMSA workers demanding a wage increase. They also discussed the latest developments in the US-China trade war standoff, now impacting micro-chips and movies.
Standard of customer service in SA
Sizwe Dhlomo had a discussion with a friend of his who used to work for MTN about the current standard of customer service in South Africa. The discussion was extended to #SizTheWorld, with the team sharing their experiences with customer service agents. They also touched on service levels when it's…
#FirstThingsFirst - Former politicians shedding their political image
A fiery war of words erupted over the weekend between self-proclaimed prophet Shepherd Bushiri and former Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) MP Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi, following pointed remarks made by Ndlozi during a lecture in Malawi. The clash has ignited fierce public debate, with many South Africans rallying behind Ndlozi and…
#SingItBack - 11 April 2025
Today's theme is Greatest Breakup Songs
Business Update - End of the road for Murray & Roberts
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss the end of the road for construction and mining group Murray & Roberts. The also talked about the latest on Trump, trade and tariffs, with insider trading investigation launched.
#OpenLine - Trump tariffs and BRICS, matric dances, car services, road maintenance and more
On today's #OpenLine, listers reflected on yesterday's topic on mistresses; commented on the whether there are ties between Trump tariffs and BRICS as well South Africa negotiating with the U.S; the way matric dances have changed over the years; invitation to JRA about maintenance of roads; conspiracy around US landing…
#FirstThingsFirst - Bailing your kid out of jail
Rapper Gillie Da Kid, while driving around with his friend and business partner, Wallo267, advised mothers not to bail their sons out of jail. He suggested that parents leave their delinquent kids in jail so they can learn their lessons and develop a relationship with God. Do you agree or…
#SingItBack - 10 April 2025
Today's theme is songs with “Hot” in the Title
Business Update - The Trump tariff rollercoaster keeps going
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss the latest developments in the US-China trade wars, highlighting market expectations following the Trump tariff rollercoaster.
Mistresses who get upgraded to wife status
King Charles and Queen Camilla have released new photographs to mark their 20th wedding anniversary later this week, with the couple smiling and looking relaxed in images taken soon after they arrived in Italy for a state visit. Considering how they met, with the latter as a mistress, do you…
#FirstThingsFirst - AfriForum wants Mchunu to apologise to Bergview College principal
AfriForum has called on Police Minister Senzo Mchunu to issue a public apology to the principal of Bergview College in the Eastern Cape. AfriForum’s private prosecution unit, led by Advocate Gerrie Nel, is representing the principal who they say was wrongfully accused of being a suspect in the rape of…
Business Update - Rand could breach R20 to the dollar
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to provide an update Anglo American's demerger from coal and diamonds business, which is making progress. They also discussed the Rand threatening to breach R20 to the US Dollar.
Dynamics of Bond markets
US Treasuries tentatively resumed their gains on Tuesday after the wildest day for bond traders since the height of the pandemic in March 2020. Yields on 10-year US bonds fell three basis points to 4.16%, after a volatile start to the week that saw yields whip between gains and losses…
#FirstThingsFirst - Vaal Triangle residents shrugging off evacuation warnings
Despite authorities recently opening a fifth sluice gate at the Vaal Dam as water levels surged to 111% capacity, residents in low-lying areas are reportedly showing little urgency to evacuate. While officials warn of potential flooding as the dam releases over 700 000 litres of water per second, some locals…
#SingItBack - 08 April 2025
Today's theme is Songs with a Number in the Title
Business Update - MTN to venture into video streaming business
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss MTN's plans to launch a new pan-African video streaming service with UK's Synamedia. They also reflected on the US-China trade war getting uglier.
Would you rather spend on travelling or on tangible things
After tying the knot in a glamorous ceremony at the picturesque Cape Winelands, former Miss South Africa Natasha Joubert, now Natasha Vermaak, has embarked on her honeymoon adventure with her husband, Enrico Vermaak. The couple has chosen the enchanting island of Mauritius as their honeymoon destination, renowned for its stunning…