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Kaya 959Business Update: Google agreeing to pay R688 million to SA Media houses.#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of news of Google agreeing to pay R688 million to South African media houses over five years. They also looked at what to make of news of Norton Rose Fulbright exiting SA after 'mutual decision'. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-1404 minKaya 959Business Update: MTBPS reaction & Vodacom's partnership with Starlink#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo for an overview of the Finance Minister's Medium-Term Budget Policy speech. They also looked at news of Vodacom's partnership with Starlink. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-1303 min
Kaya BizMTBPS2025 in a Nutshell: A Turning Point for South Africa’s FinancesSPECIAL BROADCAST GUESTS:
Sifiso Skenjana – Economist & Managing Director, ESG Analytics |
Enoch Godongwana – Minister of Finance |
Edward Kieswetter – SARS Commissioner |
John Steenhuisen – Minister of Agriculture |
Zuko Godlimpi – Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry & Competition |
Songezo Zibi – SCOPA Chairperson |
Miyelani Holeni – Group Chief Advisor, Ntiyiso Consulting Group
South Africa’s fiscal story just got a little brighter. In a surprisingly upbeat 2025 Mid-Term Budget Policy Statement, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana signalled that the country’s long climb toward fiscal stability is finally paying off.
The deficit is narrowing faster than expected, debt is stabilising below...
2025-11-1246 minKaya 959MTBPS2025 in a Nutshell: A Turning Point for South Africa’s FinancesSPECIAL BROADCAST GUESTS:
Sifiso Skenjana – Economist & Managing Director, ESG Analytics |
Enoch Godongwana – Minister of Finance |
Edward Kieswetter – SARS Commissioner |
John Steenhuisen – Minister of Agriculture |
Zuko Godlimpi – Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry & Competition |
Songezo Zibi – SCOPA Chairperson |
Miyelani Holeni – Group Chief Advisor, Ntiyiso Consulting Group
South Africa’s fiscal story just got a little brighter. In a surprisingly upbeat 2025 Mid-Term Budget Policy Statement, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana signalled that the country’s long climb toward fiscal stability is finally paying off.
The deficit is narrowing faster than expected, debt is stabilising below...
2025-11-1246 minKaya 959Business Update: Botswana government plans to acquire a higher stake in DeBeers Diamond mine.#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of the Competition Commission calling out the JSE for anti-competitive behaviour. They also looked at what to make of Botswana government making plans to acquire a higher stake in DeBeers Diamond mine. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-1104 minKaya 959Business Update: Vodacom’s interim results.#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe spoke to what to make of Vodacom’s interim results. They also looked at the U.S burger chain - Wendy’s to close down over 100 stores. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-1004 minKaya 959Business Update: New pay package for Elon Musk & Chinese trade data#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of Tesla shareholders approving a new pay package for Elon Musk. They also looked at Trade tensions this amidst Chinese trade data. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-0704 minKaya 959EXPLAINER: 18 Years of Litigation — The ‘Please Call Me’ Saga Finally EndsGUEST: Mpumelelo Zikalala – Legal Analyst
After nearly two decades, one of South Africa’s most closely watched legal battles has finally come to an end. Vodacom and former employee Nkosana Makate have reached an out-of-court settlement over the invention of the iconic “Please Call Me” service a dispute that’s spanned 18 years, five court judgments, and billions of rand in claims.
In this conversation, legal analyst Mpumelelo Zikalala joins Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack the full timeline from Makate’s original idea as a Vodacom trainee in 2000, to the Constitutional Court’s landmark 2016 ruling affirming his right to be compensa...
2025-11-0617 minKaya BizEXPLAINER: 18 Years of Litigation — The ‘Please Call Me’ Saga Finally EndsGUEST: Mpumelelo Zikalala – Legal Analyst
After nearly two decades, one of South Africa’s most closely watched legal battles has finally come to an end. Vodacom and former employee Nkosana Makate have reached an out-of-court settlement over the invention of the iconic “Please Call Me” service a dispute that’s spanned 18 years, five court judgments, and billions of rand in claims.
In this conversation, legal analyst Mpumelelo Zikalala joins Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack the full timeline from Makate’s original idea as a Vodacom trainee in 2000, to the Constitutional Court’s landmark 2016 ruling affirming his right to be compensa...
2025-11-0617 minKaya 959Raising a Glass to South African Whisky at Whisky Live 2025GUEST: Leandri Bosch – Brand Home Manager, James Sedgwick Distillery, Home of South African Whisky
Whisky lovers, take note Whisky Live 2025 is almost here! From 13–15 November at The Galleria in Sandton, the world’s finest whiskies will share the spotlight with South Africa’s own award-winning brands. Among them is Three Ships Whisky, crafted at the James Sedgwick Distillery in Wellington and recently crowned World’s Best Blended Whisky at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards in London.
In this conversation on Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi, Leandri Bosch, Brand Home Manager at the James Sedgwick Distillery, shares what makes Sout...
2025-11-0613 minKaya BizRaising a Glass to South African Whisky at Whisky Live 2025GUEST: Leandri Bosch – Brand Home Manager, James Sedgwick Distillery, Home of South African Whisky
Whisky lovers, take note Whisky Live 2025 is almost here! From 13–15 November at The Galleria in Sandton, the world’s finest whiskies will share the spotlight with South Africa’s own award-winning brands. Among them is Three Ships Whisky, crafted at the James Sedgwick Distillery in Wellington and recently crowned World’s Best Blended Whisky at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards in London.
In this conversation on Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi, Leandri Bosch, Brand Home Manager at the James Sedgwick Distillery, shares what makes Sout...
2025-11-0613 minKaya 959How rising nationalism, shifting trade patterns, and AI are reshaping growth, equity, and opportunity across the GlobalGUEST – Funeka Montjane, Standard Bank’s Chief Executive of Personal & Private Banking
As the world edges toward a “post-American order,” the global economy is being reshaped by rising nationalism, shifting trade alliances, and the disruptive power of artificial intelligence. For Africa, these changes carry both risk and opportunity demanding a new vision for growth that is inclusive, innovative, and locally anchored.
In this conversation, Standard Bank’s Funeka Montjane joins Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack how the Global South can navigate this moment of transformation redefining trade, industrial policy, and equity in a rapidly fragmentin...
2025-11-0611 minKaya 959Sappi reports a loss of R3.1 billion, optimistic about 2026.GUEST: Steve Binnie – CEO, Sappi
Global woodfibre giant Sappi has posted a R3.1 billion annual loss, as weak markets and softer pricing across its key paper and pulp segments weighed on earnings. Despite the headwinds, the group reported Adjusted EBITDA of US$501 million for the year ended 30 September 2025 and remains focused on debt reduction and operational efficiency through its “Back to Basics” strategy.
In this conversation, Sappi CEO Steve Binnie joins Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack how the group plans to strengthen its balance sheet, cut costs, and extract returns from its recent Somerset Mill e...
2025-11-0609 minKaya BizHow rising nationalism, shifting trade patterns, and AI are reshaping growth, equity, and opportunity across the GlobalGUEST – Funeka Montjane, Standard Bank’s Chief Executive of Personal & Private Banking
As the world edges toward a “post-American order,” the global economy is being reshaped by rising nationalism, shifting trade alliances, and the disruptive power of artificial intelligence. For Africa, these changes carry both risk and opportunity demanding a new vision for growth that is inclusive, innovative, and locally anchored.
In this conversation, Standard Bank’s Funeka Montjane joins Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack how the Global South can navigate this moment of transformation redefining trade, industrial policy, and equity in a rapidly fragmentin...
2025-11-0611 minKaya BizSappi reports a loss of R3.1 billion, optimistic about 2026.GUEST: Steve Binnie – CEO, Sappi
Global woodfibre giant Sappi has posted a R3.1 billion annual loss, as weak markets and softer pricing across its key paper and pulp segments weighed on earnings. Despite the headwinds, the group reported Adjusted EBITDA of US$501 million for the year ended 30 September 2025 and remains focused on debt reduction and operational efficiency through its “Back to Basics” strategy.
In this conversation, Sappi CEO Steve Binnie joins Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack how the group plans to strengthen its balance sheet, cut costs, and extract returns from its recent Somerset Mill e...
2025-11-0609 minKaya 959Fintech group Lesaka Technologies posts solid growth, with revenue of R3 billion, up 10%.GUEST: Lincoln Mali – CEO, Lesaka Southern Africa
Fintech group Lesaka Technologies has kicked off its 2026 financial year on a strong note reporting R3 billion in revenue, up 10%, and a 61% jump in Group Adjusted EBITDA to R270.6 million, despite still recording a small net loss.
In this conversation, Lincoln Mali, CEO of Lesaka Southern Africa, joins Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack how a series of strategic acquisitions including Adumo, Touchsides, and Recharger is transforming the company into one of the region’s most vertically integrated fintech platforms. Kaya FM
2025-11-0616 minKaya BizFintech group Lesaka Technologies posts solid growth, with revenue of R3 billion, up 10%.GUEST: Lincoln Mali – CEO, Lesaka Southern Africa
Fintech group Lesaka Technologies has kicked off its 2026 financial year on a strong note reporting R3 billion in revenue, up 10%, and a 61% jump in Group Adjusted EBITDA to R270.6 million, despite still recording a small net loss.
In this conversation, Lincoln Mali, CEO of Lesaka Southern Africa, joins Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi to unpack how a series of strategic acquisitions including Adumo, Touchsides, and Recharger is transforming the company into one of the region’s most vertically integrated fintech platforms. Kaya FM
2025-11-0616 minKaya 959Business Update: Please call me saga settlement.#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of the almost 20 years long dispute between Vodacom and Makate being settled yesterday. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-0605 minKaya 959Business update: Fintech player, Optasia listing & price concerns by local sugarcane producers.#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of new listing on the JSE by fintech player - Optasia. They also looked at Local sugarcane producers raise concerns around cheap imports impacting pricing. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-0505 minKaya 959Business Update: Altron results & Kimberly-Clark acquisition of Listerine owner Kenvue to create $32bn giant#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of Altron's results. They also looked at what to make of M&A activity earmarked between FMBG giants between Kimberly-Clark & Kenvue. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-0405 minKaya 959Business Update: Fuel price decrease & Automotive wage negotiations.#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of the wage negotiation debacle in the automotive sectors. They also looked at news of fuel prices which are expected to decline this Wednesday. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-11-0304 minKaya 959Business Update: Walmart confirms new store opening at Clearwater Mall.#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of US retail giant, Walmart confirming new store opening at Clearwater Mall. They also looked at what to make of German auto maker, Volkswagen reporting a financial loss - again. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-10-3104 minKaya 959Business Update: Walmart confirms new store opening at Clearwater Mall.#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of US retail giant, Walmart confirming new store opening at Clearwater Mall. They also looked at what to make of German auto maker, Volkswagen reporting a financial loss - again. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website
2025-10-3104 minKaya BizBreaking Down the Numbers – Beyond SA’s R1.5 Trillion Gambling BoomGUEST: Jaco van Jaarsveldt – Head of Commercial Strategy and Innovation at Experian
South Africans spent a staggering R1.5 trillion on gambling last year an amount equal to 65% of the country’s total outstanding debt. But behind that headline lies a deeper question: who is gambling, and why?
In this conversation, Gugulethu Mfuphi unpacks the data with Experian’s Head of Commercial Strategy and Innovation, Jaco van Jaarsveldt, to find out whether the surge in betting is entertainment or a symptom of financial distress. Drawing from Experian’s partnership with Vault22, the discussion explores what real-time transactional insights...
2025-10-3020 minKaya BizInfluencer marketing: How agencies vet the voices they work with.GUEST: Pieter Groenewald – COO, Nfinity Influencer & Founder of theSalt
Influencer marketing is booming — in fact, 60% of South African brands plan to increase their influencer budgets this year. But as the global industry grows, so do questions about credibility, regulation and trust.
In this conversation, Gugulethu Mfuphi speaks to Pieter Groenewald, COO of Nfinity Influencer and founder of theSalt, South Africa’s first nano-influencer marketplace, about how agencies are vetting the influencers they partner with especially in a world where misinformation can make or break brand reputation.
From China’s new rules that require influencers to prove...
2025-10-3009 minKaya BizAndy Watts – The Man Who Put South African Whisky on the World MapGUEST: Andy Watts – Owner, The Watts Whisky Company
When you think of South African whisky, one name stands tall, Andy Watts. From his early days as a Yorkshire cricketer to becoming one of the most celebrated master distillers in the world, Watts has spent over four decades defining the country’s whisky story. His pioneering work at The James Sedgwick Distillery and later as Distell’s head of whisky helped put Bain’s Cape Mountain Whisky and Three Ships on the global stage earning him a rare and prestigious induction into the Whisky Hall of Fame.
Now at t...
2025-10-3017 minKaya BizAfrica’s G20 Presidency: A Defining Moment for Trade, Investment and InclusionGUEST: Thanda Sithole – Senior Economist, FNB and WesBank; Member of the B20 Trade and Investment Taskforce
As Africa takes on the G20 Presidency, a pivotal opportunity emerges to redefine the continent’s place in global trade and investment. The B20 Trade and Investment Taskforce, representing business leaders from 43 countries, has set out three bold priorities for the world’s major economies: restore stability in global trade, create a new trade and investment deal for Africa, and build a climate-responsive trade system.
In this conversation, FNB Senior Economist and B20 Taskforce Member, Thanda Sithole, joins Gugulethu Mfuphi to unp...
2025-10-3014 minKaya BizETFSA Roundtable – Building and Preserving Wealth Through ETFsIn an investment landscape defined by uncertainty and opportunity, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continue to reshape how South Africans save, invest, and retire. In this special edition of Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi, we host the ETFSA Roundtable a conversation with some of the country’s leading voices in passive investing and retirement planning.
Our expert panel, Nerina Visser, Gareth Stobie, Suzan Ramotshabi, and Wendy Hlatshwayo unpack how ETFs empower investors to diversify their portfolios, transition from wealth accumulation to income generation, and achieve long-term financial independence. Kaya FM
2025-10-2957 min
Old Mutual WealthKaya FM Interview - When 1% of companies drive 65% of returns, what does it mean for investors?Sean Ashton, Head of Investments at Private Clients by Old Mutual Wealth, and Gugulethu Mfuphi of Kaya Bizi discuss the importance of understanding the underlying drivers of major market indices like the S&P 500.
2025-09-1114 minKaya BizACSA Reports A Record Net Profit of R1.1 Billion – The Business of Airports UnpackedGuest - Mpumi Mpofu, CEO of Airports Company South Africa.
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has delivered a landmark set of results, posting a record R1.1 billion profit for the year ended March 2025 more than double the prior year’s performance. Revenue surged to R7.9 billion, with non-aeronautical income such as advertising, retail and hotels now making up nearly half of the total.
Gugulethu Mfuphi speaks to Mpumi Mpofu, CEO of ACSA, about what has driven this growth, how the company is managing operational pressures post-pandemic, and the progress made in addressing governance concerns. Kaya 959 · Kaya FM
2025-08-2515 minKaya BizThe Isanti Glass StoryBorn in 2020 during one of the toughest periods for local manufacturing, Isanti Glass has grown into a leading force in sustainable glass packaging for South Africa’s food and beverage industries. As the company marks its 5th anniversary, Executive of Sales and Marketing, Ronel Cara, joins Gugulethu Mfuphi on KayaBiz to share how Isanti is proving that world-class quality, environmental responsibility, and local economic growth can go hand in hand. Kaya 959 · Kaya FM
2025-08-1218 min
Raizor's EdgeKaya Biz Interview - 11 January 2024Allon Raiz recently chatted to Kaya FM’s Gugulethu Mfuphi and revealed the five things that ALL successful entrepreneurs do.
2024-01-1717 min
Honest MoneyFinancial Lessons From Gugu MfuphiToday Warren Ingram invites the wonderful Gugulethu Mfuphi to discuss her experience in media, financial lessons learned and how educating yourself can impact your future during unpredictable times. Topics/ Questions: What is a conversation strategist? You’ve had so much exposure in the media, what have you observed about people that are financially successful? Creating wealth: what does it take? Unpredictable income: how does this impact entrepreneurs & people in the media spaceAsset catch-up: what is this?Second & third generation: cumulative wealth Gugu’s career history & lessons learned Unpredictability & planning for it If you had advice for y...
2022-11-1224 min
She BrigadeS4E1: Gugulethu Mfuphi, Orator, Moderator and Broadcast JournalistSupport the podcast by buying us a coffee here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/shebrigade Today's guest is Gugu Mfuphi. Gugu holds many titles including orator, moderator, broadcast journalist, senior anchor and so many more. She has also recently presented her first Tedx talk with the University of South Africa.Having studied accounting in university, Gugu quickly realized that the typical accounting route would not be the one for her and joined the campus radio station as a creative outlet. This is where her media career started.In this episode of the podcast, Gugulethu s...
2021-10-1152 min
Stream Stories#11 Gugulethu Mfuphi - Female leader in strategic conversationsGugulethu Mfuphi - an award winner and a well-versed orator, with plenty of experience in front of cameras, behind the microphone and addressing many diverse audiences.
Our host Ondela Mlandu chats to Gugulethu about the challenges of her career and how experiencing rejection early on led her to discover her true calling and crafting a niche for herself.
Gugulethu has also served as an experienced Conference Chair, Panel Discussion Moderator and Programme Director, at various industry gatherings that impact the many business and investment landscapes.
Having previously worked for other institutions like Talk Radio 702...
2020-12-1052 minStream#11 Gugulethu Mfuphi - Female leader in strategic conversationsGugulethu Mfuphi - an award winner and a well-versed orator, with plenty of experience in front of cameras, behind the microphone and addressing many diverse audiences.
Our host Ondela Mlandu chats to Gugulethu about the challenges of her career and how experiencing rejection early on led her to discover her true calling and crafting a niche for herself.
Gugulethu has also served as an experienced Conference Chair, Panel Discussion Moderator and Programme Director, at various industry gatherings that impact the many business and investment landscapes.
Having previously worked for other institutions like Talk Radio 702...
2020-12-1052 minStream#11 Gugulethu Mfuphi - Female leader in strategic conversationsGugulethu Mfuphi - an award winner and a well-versed orator, with plenty of experience in front of cameras, behind the microphone and addressing many diverse audiences.
Our host Ondela Mlandu chats to Gugulethu about the challenges of her career and how experiencing rejection early on led her to discover her true calling and crafting a niche for herself.
Gugulethu has also served as an experienced Conference Chair, Panel Discussion Moderator and Programme Director, at various industry gatherings that impact the many business and investment landscapes.
Having previously worked for other institutions like Talk Radio 702...
2020-12-1052 minStream Stories#11 Gugulethu Mfuphi - Female leader in strategic conversationsGugulethu Mfuphi - an award winner and a well-versed orator, with plenty of experience in front of cameras, behind the microphone and addressing many diverse audiences.
Our host Ondela Mlandu chats to Gugulethu about the challenges of her career and how experiencing rejection early on led her to discover her true calling and crafting a niche for herself.
Gugulethu has also served as an experienced Conference Chair, Panel Discussion Moderator and Programme Director, at various industry gatherings that impact the many business and investment landscapes.
Having previously worked for other institutions like Talk Radio 702...
2020-12-1052 min
Allan Gray Kaya BizIdeas to help you prepare for the tough months ahead with Ms Lettie MzwinilaWhen last did you have a financial wellness check? With the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic still to come, remaining healthy is naturally top of mind. When prioritising our wellbeing, it is important to also pay some attention to our personal financial health. Tune in to Kaya Bizz podcasts on kayafm.co.za, to listen to Gugulethu Mfuphi as she speaks with Lettie Mzwinila from Allan Gray who shares some ideas to help you review your current circumstances and prepare for the tough months ahead. Brought to you by Allan Gray. Long-term investing. Allan Gray is an authorised financial services...
2020-06-3010 min
Future Readiness with ZaMarutlulle + C/o - KayaFM Kaya BizzGugulethu Mfuphi Talks to Sizakele Marutlulle About Fentrepreneur™
2019-08-2312 min
Kaya FM 2019 Elections page - The Informed choiceSmall and Medium enterprises Election panel discussionSmall and Medium enterprises have been earmarked to be key drivers of economic growth and job creation in developing economies like South Africa. But with weak economic growth, weak investment appetite and low confidence - how does South Africa ensure that it’s entrepreneurs thrive.
In the lead up to the upcoming general elections, Kaya Bizz decided to question how political parties will look to prioritize the development and advancement of Small and Medium Enterprises. Kaya Bizz host, Gugulethu Mfuphi was joined by representatives of the ANC, DA and EFF who were probed by an audience made up of local en...
2019-04-1142 minKaya FM 2019 Elections page - The Informed choiceSmall and Medium enterprises Election panel discussionSmall and Medium enterprises have been earmarked to be key drivers of economic growth and job creation in developing economies like South Africa. But with weak economic growth, weak investment appetite and low confidence - how does South Africa ensure that it’s entrepreneurs thrive.
In the lead up to the upcoming general elections, Kaya Bizz decided to question how political parties will look to prioritize the development and advancement of Small and Medium Enterprises. Kaya Bizz host, Gugulethu Mfuphi was joined by representatives of the ANC, DA and EFF who were probed by an audience made up of lo...
2019-04-1142 min
RDA 2018 #storyteller#RDA18: The Story of MoneyFinancial shows have long been part of programming line-ups offering daily updates to the world of money. A shift in approach has seen a new energy and focus on financial programming. Siki Mgabadeli (eNCA) and Gugulethu Mfuphi (Kaya FM) chat to Lerato Makate (Acting Director: Wits Radio Academy) about their approaches and insights into creating the daily story of money.
2018-07-0438 minRadio Days Africa#RDA18: The Story of MoneyFinancial shows have long been part of programming line-ups offering daily updates to the world of money. A shift in approach has seen a new energy and focus on financial programming. Siki Mgabadeli (eNCA) and Gugulethu Mfuphi (Kaya FM) chat to Lerato Makate (Acting Director: Wits Radio Academy) about their approaches and insights into creating the daily story of money. Event Website
2018-07-0438 minRDA 2018 #storyteller#RDA18: The Story of MoneyFinancial shows have long been part of programming line-ups offering daily updates to the world of money. A shift in approach has seen a new energy and focus on financial programming. Siki Mgabadeli (eNCA) and Gugulethu Mfuphi (Kaya FM) chat to Lerato Makate (Acting Director: Wits Radio Academy) about their approaches and insights into creating the daily story of money. Event Website
2018-07-0438 min