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.
#SingItBack - 28 January 2025
Today's theme is Rolling Stone’s Greatest Singers of All Time.
Business Update - Deep Seek rocks U.S markets
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to provide a tutorial on Deep Seek , a new Chinese AI platform that has rocked U.S. markets. They also spoke about Competition Commission taking a firm stance on medical aids.
Nigerian basic education curriculum gets an upgrade with 16 new vocational trades
The Nigerian government has unveiled an exciting upgrade to the basic education curriculum, introducing 16 new practical subjects designed to equip students with essential skills for employability. The new subjects span a variety of trades and skills, such as tiling and floor works, POP installation, event decoration and management, bakery…
#FirstThingsFirst - New ‘Afrikaans Uber’ in South Africa could be in trouble
Wanatu, a new e-hailing service operating in Centurion and Pretoria, has gained notable attention, but it could potentially face legal challenges. Launched in October 2024 and funded by private investors, Wanatu requires Afrikaans proficiency for its drivers. The team and listeners deliberated on whether Wanatu’s Afrikaans-only hiring policy is discriminatory.
#SingItBack - 27 January 2025
Today's theme is Highest 10 Highest Paid Private Performers.
Business Update - Global tourism see full recovery post pandemic
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sol Phenduka to speak about global tourism seeing a full recovery post the pandemic. They also touched on Lewis stores trading operations for the last quarter of 2024.
Boundaries in relationships
Sol Phenduka and Mpho Maboi discussed dynamics in relationships where friends are concerned. Sol asked if he is the only guy who saves the numbers of his friend's wives, as seemingly many people had an issue when he broached the subject on his X timeline a few days ago. Do…
#FirstThingsFirst - South African soldiers die in DRC
The SANDF is preparing to send reinforcements from South Africa to the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), said military sources, after nine South African soldiers were killed and several injured in fighting there on Thursday, 23 January and Friday, 24 January. Parliament has called for a probe into…
#SingItBack - 24 January 2025
Today's theme is Artists from Entertainment Dynasties
Business Update - Interventions to save Arcelor Mittal made
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to provide an update on Arcelor Mittal, with news of interventions made to save the steel producer. They also spoke about the latest on Cashbuild's operations.
#OpenLine - AmaPanyaza, Donald Trump, school hazing, and more
On today's #OpenLine, the team and listeners discussed the culture of school hazing; Donald Trump recognizing only two genders; juries for company awards; role of AmaPanyaza; parking at public clinics, amongst others.
#FirstThingsFirst - Furore over AI-generated MLK Jnr photo with Sexxy Red
Rapper Sexyy Red has apologised and said she didn't mean to disrespect Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. The civil rights activist's annual holiday was celebrated on Monday, and the "SkeeYee" rapper, 26, marked the occasion by taking to X and posting an AI-generated photo of herself and Dr…
#SingItBack - 23 September 2025
Today's theme is songs with “Lady” in the Title.
Business Update - Consumers still rely on credit, according to Mr Price
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss Nigeria offering telecommunications organizations in its market a 50% tariff increase. They also spoke about Mr Price showing that consumers still rely on credit to make purchases.
Lack of resources for the police to police
The Citizen reports on its front-page story this morning that police officers in Tshwane say vehicle shortages mean they cannot fulfil all their duties, both at station level and in crucial detective units. They continue to state that private security experts predict it will kill morale and see crime increase…
#FirstThingsFirst - Is the ANC's step aside rule applied fairly?
The uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MK Party) has added its voice to the growing chorus calling for the immediate suspension of Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni. The party’s demand comes amidst allegations of tender corruption during Ntshavheni’s tenure as Municipal Manager of Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality. The team deliberated on the…
#SingItBack - 22January 2025
Today's theme is songs with the word "Tonight"
Business Update - Banks issue warning on increased scams
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about banks issuing a warning of increased scams in South Africa. They also reflected on the growth of Netflix subscriber numbers, which is now more than 300 million.
Foreigners owning land in SA
Independent Political Analyst and CA (SA) Khaya Sithole joined Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka to speak about the economics of foreigners owning land in South Africa and everywhere else. Listeners also shared their views about foreigners flocking into South Africa to buy land or property.
#FirstThingsFirst - To Maths Lit or not?
Western Cape received the highest passes in Maths but only 25% of pupils wrote the subject as matrics opt for Maths Literacy. The team discussed the differences between pure Maths and Maths Literacy, as well as the reason for the introduction of the latter. They pondered, although doing Maths Literacy…