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Kaya Biz

At the helm of Gauteng’s biggest business radio show, Kaya Biz, is Gugulethu who will be leading the conversation on what is next for the Afropolitan business landscape. The show presents local and international business news, entrepreneurship, corporate and investment banking. Since its inception in May 2006 Kaya Biz has grown from a half-an-hour daily finance update to an hour show bringing compelling business news and market reviews to listeners.
Daily English South Africa Business News · Investing
5,097 Episodes
420 – 440

Overbooking, overselling of airline flight tickets is illegal'

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has emphasised that overbooking and overselling airline flight tickets is illegal in terms of the Consumer Protection Act (CPA).Hardin Ratshisusu, acting commissioner of the NCC and deputy commissioner of the Competition Commission takes listeners through are specific provisions in the CPA that deal with overbooking…
2 Apr 11AM 13 min

OPINION: Don’t Make Two-Pot Your Savings Pot.

GUEST: John Manyike, Head of Financial Education at Old Mutual. In this conversation, we chat with John Manyike, Head of Financial Education at Old Mutual, about the potential pitfalls of the new "two-pot" retirement savings system. While the temptation to withdraw from your savings pot may be strong, John explains…
1 Apr 4AM 6 min

SA’s Policy Uncertainty Index signals intensified risk for economic recovery.

GUEST - Professor Raymond Parsons, economist at the NWU Business School. In the first quarter of 2025, the Policy Uncertainty Index surged to a record high of 78.6, signaling intensified risks to the country's economic recovery. Professor Parsons breaks down the global and domestic factors contributing to this uncertainty, from…
1 Apr 4AM 10 min

ALLAN GRAY: Three golden rules for long-term investing success.

GUEST - Richard Carter, head of Assurance at Allan Gray Achieving long-term investment success is simple but not easy. It demands unwavering determination to stick to your chosen investment strategy and stay committed, even during periods of uncertainty. Investing for real, inflation-beating returns should be top of mind for all…
1 Apr 4AM 13 min

SARS has collected R1.855 trillion for 2024/25 financial year.

GUEST – Edward Kieswetter - SARS commissioner. SARS has reached a significant milestone, collecting over R1.8 trillion, R1.855 trillion to be exact, surpassing the budget estimates by nearly R9 billion. Join us as we speak with SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter to discuss where this record revenue came from, including the…
1 Apr 4AM 15 min

The business of talent management and representation in South African Sport

GUEST - Neil Jankelowitz Group CEO of Mohau Media Group – IN STUDIO We dive deep into the fascinating world of talent management and representation in South African sport. From identifying future stars to securing major sponsorships and planning life after the game, talent management plays a crucial role in…
27 Mar 11AM 23 min

Transformation and diversity in the R6 trillion asset management industry.

GUEST – Ola Leepile, CEO of Novare Holdings The recent decision by the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to retract mandatory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) regulations has sent shockwaves through the global financial markets. This is in step  with US firms who ditched their DEI policies in the wake of…
27 Mar 11AM 9 min

PIVOT POINT – In conversation with Sam Mokorosi, Head of Origination & Deals at JSE

Samuel Mokorosi is currently the Head of Deals and Origination at the JSE. He is a seasoned financial services executive, with almost 20 years’ experience in corporate finance, private equity and the bond market. Samuel Mokorosi has successfully executed corporate finance and private equity transactions worth R40 billion. He has…
27 Mar 11AM 20 min

SA REIT focus with Keillen Ndlovu

In this conversation, we dive into the state of the Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in South Africa, we dive into the outlook of the sector, it's worth noting that most of the major REITs have already released their latest performance results for the year. These results offer valuable insights…
27 Mar 11AM 10 min

EKASINOMICS – 20 years of running a private security business.

GUEST - Shimmy Mochobo, the Managing Director of M.E.G Security In an industry where resilience and adaptability are key to survival, Mochobo Executive Guards has not only stood the test of time but thrived for two decades. As a Black-owned private security firm operating in South Africa, their journey is…
26 Mar 10AM 20 min

Local capital markets’ role in supporting sustainable development.

GUEST – Heidi Barends, Head of Sustainable Finance, Absa CIB Amid global economic uncertainty, the need for strong local capital markets has never been clearer. These markets are vital for driving growth, attracting investment, and fostering innovation. In places like Kenya, local currency funding can shield economies from global shocks,…
26 Mar 10AM 13 min

Debt repayments are crushing South Africans' finances – 1Life Survey

GUEST – Hayley Parry, Money Coach and Facilitator at 1Life’s Truth About Money. The latest annual 1Life Insurance Generational Wealth Survey reveals that the majority of South Africans are struggling to accumulate wealth due to financial constraints, with many forced to take on additional jobs or side hustles to make…
26 Mar 10AM 13 min

CAREER’S CORNER – Will Your Salary Increase Actually Leave You Worse Off?

GUEST – Tanya Tosen, tax and remuneration specialist at Tax Consulting South Africa Who wouldn’t love a salary increase of over 5% this year? Most employees would be happy with a raise that keeps up with inflation. But in 2025, even an inflation-related increase might not be enough to keep up…
24 Mar 11AM 17 min

Property market segments driving residential purchases right now.

GUEST - Jonathan Kohler, CEO and founder of Landsdowne Property Group In this conversation, we dive into the latest developments in the property market with Jonathan Kohler, CEO and founder of Landsdowne Property Group. We discuss how the repo rate hold is expected to dampen investor and homebuyer sentiment, especially…
24 Mar 11AM 33 min

Retail confidence edged down slightly in Q1 2025, retreating from 54% to 50%.

GUEST – Nomvelo Moima - Junior Economist · Bureau for Economic Research (BER) According to the latest Retail Survey from the Bureau for Economic Research (BER), business sentiment in the sector remains generally positive despite some emerging risks. The BER highlighted that although certain businesses experienced a slight dip in confidence, the…
24 Mar 11AM 7 min

Sun International CEO Anthony Leeming to retire after 26 years with the Group

GUEST – Anthony Leeming – CEO of Sun International Sun International has announced that long-serving CEO Anthony Leeming will retire at the end of December 2025, following 26 years with the group. Leeming will step down from his leadership role on 1 July 2025 but will remain with the company…
24 Mar 11AM 10 min

Predatory lending and debt abuse as a human rights issue in SA.

GUEST - Samantha Moyana - Debt Counsellor, National Debt Advisors As South Africa observes Human Rights Day, the focus is often on the nation’s hard-won freedoms. But beyond the political and social discussions, a critical and often overlooked issue threatens the financial well-being of millions—predatory lending and debt abuse. With…
20 Mar 11AM 15 min
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