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Drive 959 with Glen, Skhumba & Kgomotso weekdays on Kaya 959, 15:00 - 18:00. Glen Lewis teams up with Skhumba Hlope, Kgomotso Meso, Angie Khumalo, and Katleho Sekhoto.

Fresh and Thato sat down with Acclaimed Actor, Tony Kgoroge discussing his latest role that's got the whole country talking, as Moses in Netflix's new thriller "Umthetho", a prison boss running a network from behind bars, and the long-lost brother of public prosecutor Mbali. Tony reportedly sat down with real ex-inmates, some who'd done over 18 years inside. He also insisted on doing his own stunts, filming in an actual working prison with steel benches that don't forgive mistakes. Kaya 959

Today we asking, what is the best cartoon character and which one would like to be and why. Kaya 959

On this week’s Music Feature, musicologist Dr Sheldon Leal looks at Tupac Shakur’s life, career and lasting influence nearly 30 years after his death. We also reflect on the rapper’s recent murder conviction, following a jury finding Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of first-degree murder in Tupac’s killing. We revisit some of Tupac’s biggest hits, including California Love, Dear Mama, Changes, Ghetto Gospel and Do for Love. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

On this week’s What to Watch, Leroy Marc reviews Untold: Raygun – Breaking Badly on Netflix, The Gentlemen 2, also on Netflix, and Prima Facie, running at the Market Theatre from 17 September to 4 October and much more. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

FNB Art Joburg returns to the Sandton Convention Centre, bringing together leading African galleries, emerging artists and collectors. We look at what’s new this year and what visitors can expect from the fair with FNB Events Marketing Lead Nkosana Matyeshana. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The newly operationalised National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide has set out its priorities, including better coordination of the country’s response to GBVF, stronger accountability and identifying the resources needed to tackle the crisis. This comes as government highlights the scale of violence against women, with more than 50,000 GBVF cases recorded by police in the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year. Phemelo speaks to Member of the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide, Dr Zubeda Dangor. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The story of Nokuthula Simelane, who was abducted and disappeared more than 40 years ago, has sparked renewed calls for justice and accountability. Her story was remembered at a gathering at the University of Mpumalanga in Mbombela, where her family reflected on her disappearance and the need to keep her memory alive. Phemelo speaks to Nokuthula’s younger sister and Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane.i www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Shell Downstream South Africa Country Chair, Aluwani Museisi, shares his journey from health policy and diplomacy into energy leadership. In this Pivot Point conversation, he reflects on early influences, career pivots, the role of gas in South Africa’s transition, the importance of public‑private partnerships, and the leadership lessons that matter most for young professionals navigating uncertain environments. www.kaya959.co.za

Santam delivered a solid half‑year performance with 10% GWP growth, a 6% rise in Net Earned Premium, and an 8.1% underwriting margin — despite R1.5 billion in catastrophe losses. CEO of Santam Partner Solutions, Gugu Mtetwa, unpacks the risk environment, device insurance growth, pricing discipline, and the Group’s FutureFit 2030 strategy. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

National Treasury’s 2026 Draft Tax Bills propose changes that could directly affect household budgets, medical scheme affordability, investment decisions and even everyday transactions. Old Mutual Senior Tax Consultant Aleweyah Price breaks down the key proposals, who they impact most, and what South Africans should be doing now as the Bills move through the legislative process. www.kaya959.co.za

South Africa’s manufacturing sector slipped further in August, with the Absa PMI dropping to 45.8 — the fourth consecutive monthly decline and the lowest reading this year. Absa Economist Sello Sekele explains the drivers behind the contraction, the role of weak export sales, and what the latest data signals for industrial activity heading into Q4. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Discovery delivered one of its strongest sets of results yet, with headline earnings up 34% and Discovery Bank swinging from a R68 million loss to a R370 million profit. CEO Adrian Gore breaks down the Bank’s new strategic phase, the global expansion of the Vitality model, and how behavioural economics continues to drive long‑term value across the Group. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Fresh, Thato and Mpho weighed in on whether taking phones and gadgets away from children actually boost their school marks. They also discussed an ideal balance of tech and schoolwork, this in light of recent research which found results on the effects of taking phones away from students.  Kaya 959

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to make of recent retail results from TFG, Mr. Price and Woolies. They also discussed the current level of ⁠Business Confidence in SA. Kaya 959

Fresh, Thato and the team weighed in on the latest update on the 2 Airlink pilots who flew over the DHL Stadium before Saturday's Springbok–All Blacks Test. They asked listeners on whether they have taken a risk that paid off, but still had to defend it to people who doubted them? Kaya 959

Every Thursdays Kids help settle the debates. Kaya 959

Fresh and Thato spoke to Journalist at The Citizen, Itumeleng Mafisa on what to make of the ANC and the IEC blaming each other for the  "technical glitch" where the ANC missed Friday's 5pm councillor candidate submission deadline.  Kaya 959

On this week’s Legal Matters, Nthabiseng Dubazana looks at the deadline for couples in unregistered customary marriages to regularise their unions, personal liability for directors, and answers some of your burning legal questions.

The deadline for SASSA beneficiaries to switch from the old gold cards to Postbank’s new black cards has passed. The changeover has raised concerns about whether vulnerable beneficiaries, particularly older people, people with disabilities and those in rural areas, can access replacement cards in time. Phemelo speaks to Postbank Chief Commercial Officer Thami Cele. Kayafm

The IEC has rejected calls to give the ANC more time to capture candidates for the November 4 local government elections, saying the deadline for nominations passed at 5pm on Friday. This follows the ANC’s claim that technical problems with the IEC’s online system affected a small number of its submissions. Phemelo speaks to IEC General Manager for Communications Fikile Moya. Kayafm

President Cyril Ramaphosa is challenging the findings of the Phala Phala panel, arguing it failed to properly consider whether he acted deliberately or in bad faith. The president’s review application is being heard in the Western Cape High Court, with his legal team questioning the panel’s conclusion that he had a case to answer over the theft of about $580,000 from his Limpopo farm. Phemelo speaks to legal expert Bophelo Seleke. Kayafm

Motus CFO Brenda Baijnath breaks down the group’s strong FY2026 performance: HEPS up 15%, operating profit up 4% to R7.9bn, and more than 220 000 vehicles sold across SA, the UK and Australia. She explains Motus’ big bet on Chinese brands, the strength of the SA market, and how the group is managing global cost pressures and FX volatility. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Africa Prize winner Neo Hutiri shares the story behind Pelebox — smart lockers that dispense chronic medication in just 36 seconds, cutting queues and saving patients hours. He explains how township realities shaped the innovation, how Technovera is scaling across Africa, and why engineering rooted in community needs can transform public healthcare. www.kaya959.co.za

Cashbuild COO Shane Thoresson unpacks the retailer’s latest results: revenue up 6% to R12.1bn, stronger gross margins, and continued store investment — but headline earnings down 8% as consumers trade down and the Malawi disposal weighs on profit. A clear snapshot of how South Africans are spending on home maintenance in a constrained economy. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Kaya 959 News reporter Katleho Sekhoto joins us from Homa Bay, Kenya, to unpack the growing relationship between South Africa and Kenya. She looks at trade and investment opportunities, people-to-people ties and the deeper strategic partnerships discussed during President William Ruto’s June visit to South Africa. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Lula’s Head of People, Lizanne du Toit, explains why ICT SMEs are struggling to deliver projects despite booming demand. She breaks down the impact of delayed payments — especially through SITA — on hiring, retention, morale and wellbeing, and shares practical advice for SMEs managing the gap between work done and money received. www.kaya959.co.za

ETF pioneer Mike Brown joins Kaya Biz to unpack ETFSA’s Starter Pack — a simple, accessible way for South Africans to begin investing with small amounts. He explains why starting early matters, why passive ETFs outperform over time, and how ETFSA’s Investor Hub supports first‑time investors building long‑term wealth. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

GUEST: Fierdous Achmat, an occupational therapist practising at Netcare Akeso Montrose Manor.

Fresh and Thato sat down with Dr Nonkululeko Dladla, South Africa's first black woman to earn a PhD in marine geology. She told us how a childhood far from the coast led her to a career reading Earth's climate history beneath the seafloor, and how she only learned she'd made history a week before graduating from UKZN. Kaya 959

Some children dream in ways that feel too old for their age, sense things, ask questions that unsettle the adults in the room, and in many African homes those moments get met with silence or fear because a generation was taught to hide that side of themselves rather than hold it. Fresh and Thato sat down with Spiritual Healer, Gogo Dineo Ndlanzi about the ins and outs of raising children with heightened spiritual sensitivity and a pull toward the unseen and the ancestral, how parents can recognise these signs without rushing to label or suppress them, and what it means to listen to a child who may carry a depth older than their years. Kaya 959

Every Wednesday, kids teach the adults the latest slang, trends and what's cool. Kaya 959

Fresh and Thato spoke to Deputy Editor at The Sowetan, Thabiso Thakali on what to make of Pitso Mosimane's come back at Bafana Bafana's hot seat 14 years later. This after SAFA's confirmation of Mosimane the most decorated coach as the coach. Listeners also opined on whether Africa's most decorated coach turn big medals into Bafana results? Kaya 959

Across Africa, chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension are on the rise, putting growing pressure on already stretched health systems. In Kenya’s Homa Bay County, Doctors Without Borders is bringing care closer to patients in rural communities, helping with early diagnosis, treatment and regular follow-ups. Phemelo speaks to Kaya News Anchor Katleho Sekhotho. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The Jacob Zuma Foundation says it will open a criminal case against retired Justice Sisi Khampepe, after the Constitutional Court dismissed Zuma and Thabo Mbeki’s bid to have her recused from the TRC Cases Inquiry. The Foundation also plans to approach the Judicial Services Commission, accusing Khampepe of unlawful and unethical conduct. Phemelo speaks to legal expert Bophelo Seleke. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The NSFAS accommodation cap was meant to keep student housing costs under control, but Parliament has heard it may be doing the opposite. Instead of lowering rents, the cap has become a “price signal” for some providers, leaving students to cover the shortfall and, in some cases, take on debt. Phemelo speaks to the Higher Education Portfolio Committee Chairperson Tebogo Letsie. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

A paramedic who treated Musa Kekana hours after his arrest told the Johannesburg High Court that he alleged police had assaulted him. The claim forms part of a trial-within-a-trial over the admissibility of evidence obtained after Kekana’s arrest. He and his four co-accused face 25 charges, including 11 counts of attempted murder, and all have pleaded not guilty. Phemelo speaks to Kaya News reporter Keneiloe Huma. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

WhatsApp is now part of everyday school life, but where should the line be drawn between teachers and learners? The Department of Basic Education is preparing new guidelines to set clearer boundaries around teacher-learner communication on WhatsApp and social media, aimed at preventing inappropriate relationships and abuse. Phemelo speaks to Basic Education Department spokesperson Terence Khala. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Stats SA’s latest crime figures show a drop in housebreaking and property theft, but can we really say South Africans are safer? With several declines not statistically significant, the numbers may not tell the full story. Phemelo speaks to Statistician-General Risenga Maluleke. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Otinga CEO Francois van der Merwe exposes “innovation theatre” — the corporate habit of running AI pilots, prototypes and presentations that never reach customers or deliver value. We unpack why ideas die in committees, how to spot fake innovation early, and how leaders can turn AI concepts into measurable business outcomes within weeks, not years. www.kaya959.co.za

Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi unpacks a decisive year of delivery: adjusted EBITDA up 17% to R61bn, EBIT up 37%, stronger production at Secunda, and net debt down to US$3.3bn. We explore cost discipline, geopolitical shocks, refining margin tailwinds, renewable energy expansion, and why dividends remain on hold until net debt sustainably drops below US$3bn. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Advocate Sankie Morata unpacks the Sanlam Legacy 2026 Wills Survey — revealing why 65% of South Africans still don’t have a will, despite deep family responsibility and growing intergenerational financial pressure. We explore behavioural barriers, cultural silence, liquidity risks, executor challenges, and what it takes to turn awareness into action. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Shoprite CEO Pieter Engelbrecht takes us inside a year of strong growth — R270.8bn in merchandise sales, 232 net new stores, 5,491 new jobs, and Sixty60’s explosive 34.5% surge to R25.5bn. We unpack price deflation at Shoprite and Usave, Checkers’ premium push, Petshop Science’s 74.5% boom, and strategic acquisitions including R&A Cellular and Vida e Caffè. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

It can be tempting to view retirement as a destination, but in reality, it is another stage in a much longer financial journey. The decisions made while saving for retirement – such as when you start investing, how consistently you contribute and not dipping into your savings along the way – all shape the options available to you later. This evening on Kaya Biz, Richard Carter from Allan Gray explains how an understanding of retirement trade-offs can help investors move from building a nest egg to drawing a sustainable income with confidence. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959

Brimstone CEO Mustaq Brey unpacks the Group’s latest results including a 4% rise in headline earnings, an 11.7% jump in INAV, and a massive 76.5% surge in cash dividends received. We explore the performance of key assets like Sea Harvest, Oceana, Aon Re Africa and the FPG Property Fund, and discuss how disciplined capital allocation and debt reduction continue to strengthen Brimstone’s balance sheet. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

At times we find ourselves in the doghouse with our partners, friends, family, or colleagues and we honestly just don’t understand why they are mad. So with the Blind Spot we and the listeners help you see and understand some of the blind spots you might have missed in certain situations. Kaya FM

Fresh and Thato profiled Londeka Buthelezi-Ndaba on the story of her brand and passion for fashion. Londeka Buthelezi-Ndaba is the founder of Malondié, one of South Africa's hottest luxury fashion labels, built from a Menlyn Mall store in 2017 into a brand with its own runway shows and partnerships with Africa Fashion International and Bernini. She's on the Mail & Guardian's 200 Young South Africans list for 2025, and she's just unveiled Malondié's Spring/Summer 2026 collection, "Power of She," with Vaseline Cera-Glow. This all while completing an MBA on the side. Kaya 959

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on what to expect from the ShopRite results today. They also gave an overview of Eskom’s results. Kaya 959

Fresh, Thato and the team weighed in on some of the things they are spring cleaning in their lives, this in light of September 1st marked as an unofficially Spring Day in South Africa.  Kaya 959

Every Tuesday kids give advice on grown-up dilemmas. Kaya 959