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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
440 – 460

Does birth order impact your investing style?

GUEST – René Basson, Head of Brand at Satrix Does the order in which you're born shape the way you handle money? Some studies suggest that firstborns tend to be more risk-averse, preferring safer investments, while younger siblings, often seen as more adventurous, may gravitate toward higher-risk options like equities…
20 Mar 11AM 7 min

Repo rate unchanged: Impact on homeowners and aspiring buyers.

GUEST – Bradd Bendall, National Head of Sales at BetterBond. The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has once again decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 7.50%, a move that has significant implications for both current property owners and aspiring homebuyers. With inflation risks still present and economic growth…
20 Mar 11AM 11 min

SARB keeps repo rate unchanged at 7.5%

GUEST – Johann Els - Old Mutual Group Chief Economist The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has once again opted to hold the repo rate at 7.50%, keeping the prime lending rate steady at 11.00%. This decision, though expected by many economists, comes at a time of heightened global uncertainty…
20 Mar 11AM 13 min

Cybercrime: South Africa most targeted country in Africa – Report

GUEST – Pieter Stemmet, the Technical Operations Manager at ESET South Africa has emerged as the most targeted country in Africa for ransomware and infostealer attacks, accounting for over 40% of ransomware incidents and nearly 35% of infostealer attacks across the continent in the second half of 2024. With its…
19 Mar 11AM 15 min

TV licences are outdated, but is a streaming levy the right fix?

GUEST – Leslie Adams – Sales Director at Reach Africa The traditional TV licence model in South Africa is crumbling, with less than 20% of licence holders actually paying their fees. As a result, the government is exploring alternative funding options for the SABC—one of which is a levy on…
19 Mar 11AM 10 min

Why SARS has struggled to crack down on tax evasion among High-Net-Worth Individuals.

GUEST – Jashwin Baijoo, Associate Director and Head of Strategic Engagement & Compliance at Tax Consulting SA. South Africa’s tax system is under immense pressure. While just 1.6 million individuals shoulder the bulk of personal income tax, an estimated 100,000 millionaires are managing to evade their tax obligations entirely. This…
19 Mar 11AM 10 min

Consumer inflation remains unchanged in February.

GUEST – Koketso Mano, FNB Senior Economist We are unpacking the latest inflation data in South Africa and what it means for households, businesses, and policymakers. According to Statistics SA, annual consumer inflation remained steady at 3.2% in February, lower than economists had expected. While fuel prices continue to ease…
19 Mar 11AM 10 min

When a Promotion Promise is Broken – What Can Employees Do?

GUEST - Kagiso Lebethe - Senior Employee Relations Specialist Promises of promotion can be a powerful motivator for employees, encouraging hard work, loyalty, and dedication. But what happens when an employer fails to follow through? Whether due to shifting company priorities, budget constraints, or empty assurances, a broken promise can…
18 Mar 11AM 10 min

Unpacking Women’s Investment trends in SA.

GUEST – Fikile Mbhokota - CEO of Satrix This International Women’s Month, Fikile Mbhokota, CEO of Satrix, poses the question, ‘Are more women investing, really?’ It’s tough to answer. In 2023, Fidelity found that globally, 60% of surveyed women were investing in stocks, with younger women, especially, leading the charge…
18 Mar 10AM 12 min

Is this budget on the right track to truly address the challenges Gauteng faces?

GUEST – Miyelani Holeni - Group Chief Advisor at Ntiyiso Consulting Group With promises of improved service delivery, economic growth, and job creation, this budget lays out ambitious plans for the province. But the key question remains: Is this budget on the right track to truly address the challenges Gauteng…
18 Mar 10AM 15 min

Understanding the Upcoming GEPF Changes.

GUEST - Owen Nkomo – CEO of Inkunzi Wealth Group The Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) is expected to update its actuarial interest factors based on the latest financial review, likely to take effect later this year. Many GEPF members find actuarial interest and actuarial interest factors confusing, which has…
17 Mar 11AM 15 min

SA’s major banks report a combined headline earnings growth of 5.9% against FY23 to R119bn, combined ROE of 17.5% (FY23:

GUEST- Rivaan Roopnarain, PwC South Africa Banking and Capital Markets Partner. The year 2024 was a turbulent period for global and regional economies, marked by heightened uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and shifting trade dynamics. Nearly half the world’s population participated in elections, creating a ripple effect of political and economic unpredictability…
17 Mar 11AM 14 min

Record online gaming growth drives strong results for Sun International.

GUEST – Anthony Leeming – Sun International CEO Sun International has again delivered a strong set of results, reflecting the quality of its operating businesses, the resilience of its omnichannel portfolio and disciplined execution on strategy which continues to deliver shareholder value. Showcasing its resilience, the group's continuing income for…
17 Mar 11AM 8 min

How do CEOs get recruited, especially in the banking sector?

GUEST – Andrew Woodburn - Managing Director of Amrop Woodburn Mann When it comes to corporate leadership, few roles are as pivotal or as influential as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The selection of a CEO is not just a personnel change; it is an essential, strategic decision that can…
17 Mar 11AM 24 min
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