Kaya 959 Siz the World with Sizwe Dhlomo

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.
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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.
22 Jan 1AM 5 min

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.
22 Jan 1AM 15 min

#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…
22 Jan 12AM 17 min

Relationship between humans and animals

A TikToker is facing charges after a viral video showed him force-feeding beer to a fish. The NSPCA condemned the act and is pressing animal cruelty charges. The team discussed different cultures and how they view animals. They asked listeners if the consequences the TikToker is facing are too stringent…
21 Jan 1AM 18 min

#FirstThingsFirst - Is Ndlozi's silence golden?

ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula, during a media briefing yesterday, expressed an interest in poaching former EFF MP and founding spokesperson Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. “There’s nothing wrong with the ANC or anyone talking to Mbuyiseni. I don’t know if he has left the EFF but [he has left] parliament. If he…
21 Jan 12AM 14 min

Protecting teachers from school violence

The #SizTheWorld team had a sobering discussion about school violence, pinning it down to the protection of teachers from violent school goers. Moreover, they spoke about ways of extending discipline of children from the household to the school.
20 Jan 1AM 15 min

#FirstThingsFirst - Is ANC opening a can of worms by configurating Gauteng and KZN PECs?

Following its two-day National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting over the weekend, the African National Congress (ANC) says it will reconfigure its provincial executive committees in Gauteng and KZN within the parameters of its constitution. The team questioned what this "configuration" entails, inviting listeners to share their thoughts on what this…
19 Jan 11PM 11 min

#OpenLine - BELA Bill, Stilfontein, Bolt, and more

Questions raised of today's #OpenLine include issues around Bolt driver requirements; who should take responsibility for Stilfontein situation; procedure for restraining orders; corruption at universities; and Afriforum's opposition to BELA bill.
17 Jan 12AM 16 min

#FirstThingsFirst - Current state of music

Listeners joined MarBleh, Gladys Mutele, Buhle Madulini, and Tsikwe Molobye to share how they relate to current music. This follows comedian Jo Koy saying in his latest comedy special that he doesn't understand "mumble rap".
16 Jan 11PM 14 min

Business Update - Tik Tok, Tik Tok...U.S.

On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss Germany's economy continuing to take strain. She also provided an update on potential ban of Tik Tok in the U.S.
16 Jan 12AM 5 min

Max doesn’t want “come and go” customers

Max Mqadi, founder of Max’s Lifestyle in Umlazi recently spoke about his vision for his establishment. He said Kwa-Max was originally meant for corporate and government clients, and not for community. The team debated this approach to business. Listeners also contributed to the discussion, highlighting the manner in which Max…
16 Jan 12AM 14 min

#FirstThingsFirst - Pearl Thusi's heartfelt gesture turns into an empty promise?

South African media personality and actor Pearl Thusi stepped in to support a struggling mother, Siviwe Matroos, who launched a BackaBuddy campaign to cover her children's school fees in September last year. Apparently, Pearl Thusi still hasn't been able to fulfil her commitment, and the mother is now in limbo…
16 Jan 12AM 15 min
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