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#FirstThingsFirst - Lupita Nyong’o And Sal Masekela Split
Lupita Nyong’o and Sal Masekela have broken up, according to the statement the actress published on her Instagram account some hours ago. Some tabloid blogs shared photos of her with her new man, fellow actor Joshua Jackson. The team shared their thoughts on whether she should have published the statement,…
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Today's theme is Classic Crossover Songs
Business Update - R170 000 Offered To A Business In Need Of Support At eKasinomics Summit
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi had a discussion with Sizwe Dhlomo about Pick ‘n Pay reporting an inter loss for the first time, citing an increase in costs. They also spoke about Stephan van Coller stepping down as CEO of EOH. In addition, the share details on the R170 000…
Do South African gun laws need reform?
Transnet has suspended one of its employees after he was implicated in an incident involving a gun at a nightclub venue outside Johannesburg recently. It is understood that the man, who works in Transnet’s procurement division, pulled out a weapon at a popular spot in Midrand. Manager at Guns &…
#FirstThingsFirst - Marks of intelligent leaders
U.S. President Joe Biden met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu yesterday, to discuss a possible resolution for the Israel and Palestine conflict. The latter is reported to have a very high IQ and this inspired a discussion around intelligent leaders. The team and listeners shared who they consider smart…
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Today's theme is gospel songs you will hear On Get Ready With Mablerh (weekdays 5am-6am)
Business Update - Get Tickets For Kaya Biz eKasinomics Summit
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about Amazon finally launching in South Africa next year. She also gave an overview of the Kaya Biz eKasinomics summit taking place on 25 October, in partnership with Standard Bank.
Malema Calls For A Boycott Against Banks
Owing to high interest rates, EFF leader Julius Malema has suggested that we should “have two days of not banking against all banks in South Africa to show them the people’s power”. The team discussed this story, posing the questions, would you heed Malema’s call; do you feel a boycott…
#FirstThingsFirst - SAJBD calls for Pandor’s sacking following Hamas call.
Diplomats from Western and several Middle East countries in SA were aghast on Tuesday after the Department of International Relations and Cooperation confirmed Minister Naledi Pandor's conversation with Hamas, to express what she said was only humanitarian support. The SA Jewish Board of Deputies said Pandor's engagement with Hamas had…
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Today's theme is musicians who sold their song catalogs
Business Update - African Bank Concludes Deal With A Division Of SASFIN Bank
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke with Sizwe Dhlomo about African Bank concluding its latest deal with a division of Sasfin Bank. They also shared context on Nigeria’s 18-year high inflation figures.
Most Popular Computer Programming Languages
TIOBE has published its latest Programming Community Index, which ranks the most popular programming languages based on data from the Internet. Editor of My Broad Band, Jan Vermeulen, joined Sizwe Dhlomo to break down what this means in the age of AI. They also touched on how easy it has…
#FirstThingsFirst - Will the EFF and Busisiwe Mkhwebane “marriage” last?
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has announced former Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane as its new member. The team reflected on Mkhwebane’s interview with Phemelo Motene regarding this move on Point of View last night, and discussed whether this is a legitimate pairing. Also looking at a similar move by EFF…
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Today's theme is songs asking questions
Business Update - Is SA Residential Property In A Buyers Market? & Onion Price Inflation
kayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi gives an update on South Africa’s residential property space - sellers cautioned to be “realistic” on proving as its a buyers market. Concerns on Onion price inflation which is said to be consistently high. and latest on Markets.
Is The NPA’s Prosecution Weak? Should We Be Concerned About The NPA's Conviction Rate?
Legal Expert, Mpumelelo Zikalala on what to make of the NPA's rate of conviction and whether the NPA has the right expertise in right places to adequately prosecute cases. This inlight of NDPP Shamila Batohi last week disputing the view that nothing is being done to prosecute alleged culprits. She…
#FirstThingFirst - Should Schools Cancel Matric Dance Events If Student's Aren't Performing Well Or Misbehaving?
The team deliberates whether Schools should cancel matric dances due to poor academic results, absenteeism and disruptive behaviour. This after parents of learners at St Andrew’s Technical High School in Elsies River were informed that the matric farewell dance was cancelled due to poor exam results.
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Today's theme is artists who dabble/d in other careers.
Business Update - Steinhoff Liquidation Takes Place Today
On Business Update, Gugulethu Mfuthi joined Sizwe Dhlomo to discuss Steinhoff liquidation takes place today. SARS targeting coal smuggling syndicates.
The Department Of Correctional Services Annual Report
The Department of Correctional Services presented their annual report to the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services this week. The chief deputy commissioner, Joseph Katenga, told the committee there had been 90 escapes in the 2022/23 financial year, compared to the 117 escapes reported in the 2020/21 financial year…