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 - 14 January 2024
Today's theme is ladies that ran the 2000’s)
Business Update - Calls made for pricing of fruits and vegetables to be standardised
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Mpho Maboi to discuss the Competition Commission calling for retailers to standardise the pricing of fruits and vegetables. They also spoke about American social media users preparing for the ban on Tik Tok this coming weekend.
Sol Phenduka's new journey
Sol Phenduka joined Mpho Maboi to share experience of taking his daughter for her first day of big school (Grade 1). He accentuated the importance of present fathers in their kids' lives as he spoke about this new beginning for him as well as his daughter. On the other hand,…
#FirstThingsFirst - Matric class of 2024 pass rate the highest since 1994
The matric Class of 2024 is celebrating an excellent return on the time and hard work they have invested through turbulent circumstances, with Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube announcing a pass rate of 87.3%. This is an improvement of 4.4 percentage points on the Class of 2023’s 82.9% pass…
#SingItBack - 13 January 2025
Today's theme is South African Songs turning 25 in 2025
Business Update - Socio-economic effects of LA fires
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss the socio-economic concerns surrounding the fires that have engulfed Los Angeles. They also spoke about shareholders seeking to intervene on the Arcelor Mittal closure.
Calls for DBE to explain R100 'leaked' matric results offer
As the class of 2024 anxiously awaits the official release of matric results on Tuesday, allegations of results being leaked ahead of time for cash on a website have emerged. Edumarks claims to be the only distributor of legitimate NSC results for R99.90 including subjects and percentages. Results are delivered…
#FirstThingsFirst - ANCYL jokingly says EFF should close shop
During a golf tournament, as part the ANC’s 113th anniversary celebrations, ANC Youth League President Collen Malatjie jokingly said he had already called Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi about his resignation as MP of EFF, and said EFF should close shop and come home to the ANC. The team deliberated on Malatjie's…
#OpenLine: Volatility of rand, Mandela grandson, Dr Ndlozi resignation, off duty SAPS/JMPD officers, etc
On #OpenLine, various subjects were covered, including the volatility of the rand compared to other currencies; what the criminal act says when it comes to naming of suspects; obligation of off-duty law enforcement when witnessing criminal activity; recruiters not giving candidates feedback on their job applications; and more.
Director walks out of Golden Globes. Sore loser?
Luca Guadagnino caused quite a stir at the Golden Globes when he was seen exiting the awards ceremony early. The acclaimed director was seen leaving the awards ceremony early after his film, Challengers, won only one award, despite receiving four nominations. The team and listeners reflected on this incident, answering…
Mandela legacy diminishing?
The team reflected on Nelson Mandela's legacy following a story about a search for a stolen vehicle found at the former residence of the anti-apartheid icon led to the discovery of various illicit items and resulted in five people being arrested, including 33-year-old Mbuso Mandela, the former president's troubled grandson…
The demise of the ANC?
ANC is celebrating its 113th anniversary today and plans are afoot for the delivery of their annual January 08 statement in Khayelitsha this coming weekend. Looking at their recent support decline in terms of votes, if the GNU were to fail, could this be the end of the party as…
Exorbitant Costs of Stationery
We are a week away from #BackToSchool and a lot of attention has been placed on the stationery lists that have been sent by schools to parents. The team discussed the exorbitant costs of stationery and enquired how listeners cope with how expensive it has become. They also asked what…
#FIRSTTHINGFIRST - Are you good at conflict resolution?
Audio of Jacob Zuma addressing MK party leaders has leaked and has been making rounds on X. In it, he addresses the ill-discipline of MK Party members. The ladies of #SizTheWorld deliberated on this development and asked, "does this signal deeper troubles within the MK Party? Does Jacob Zuma still…
#SingItBack - 13 December 2024
Today's theme is #1 Songs on the CTM Kaya Countdown in 2024
Business Update - ACSA to reimburse customers affected by disruptions
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to give an update on ACSA fuel disruptions, with the company planning to reimburse affected customers, as well as financial standing of the business. They also spoke about holiday makers raising concerns of exorbitant pricing in Cape Town.
#OpenLine - JMPD bylaws, drug trafficking, #TooLateForMamaChallenge, etc
On the last #OpenLine, listers wished the team happy holidays, including appreciation for features like Play Dough and the engaging discussions featured on #SizTheWorld. Speaking of which, some of the topic featured on the open line were people who violate JMPD bylaws, drug trafficking incidents, the threatening water crisis, #TooLateForMamaChallenge…
#FirstThingsFirst - Gayton McKenzie gives away tickets to Chris Brown and Makhadzi's shows
Gayton McKenzie calls himself Minister of Happiness on X as he gives away tickets to Chris Brown and Makhadzi’s shows. Do you agree with Sizwe Dhlomo that Gayton, as a Minister, should have followed proper procedure when giving away the tickets, or do you see nothing wrong with what he…
#SingItBack - 12 December 2024
Today's theme is Africa To The World
Business Update - As the festive season picks up, consumers are expected to spend more.
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss the buying out and delisting of heavy machinery and equipment business Barloworld. They also spoke about consumers expected to spend more as festive season picks up.