Johannesburg South Africa (17th March 2020) - In light of growing concerns regarding the worldwide spread of the COVID-19 and President Cyril Ramaphosa recently declaring the virus as a national disaster, Kaya 959 has taken the decision to postpone all upcoming events until further notice. These events include the following: The Rand Show (8th - 13th of April 2020). The Johannesburg Cap Classique & Champagne Festival, ( 4th-5th of April […]
We are thrilled to announce that we've received 21 nominations for the 2020 Radio Awards, including Station of the Year 2020—an award that we’ve been honored with previously in 2017 and 2019. This year saw a submission of over 2000 nominations from more than 160 radio stations. The entries were adjudicated by a team of 54 judges and reviewed by BDO South Africa, the newly appointed auditors for the 2020 […]
On Sunday, 15 March, in a national address, President Cyril Ramaphosa shared measures to contain the spread of COVID-19 (Corona Virus). A state of national disaster has been declared as confirmed cases in South Africa rise to 61. State of emergency declared according to the Disaster Management Act. 2. Travel ban for incoming visitors from high-risk countries from Wednesday 18 March. This includes China, Iran, Korea, Germany, Italy and Spain […]
In the face of the potential pandemic, The Gift of The Givers are issuing a call to action to all South African citizens, private & corporate, individuals and companies, to come together and support the medical staff and facilities on the frontline, who will be treating those affected by the coronavirus. Crowdfunding on BackaBuddy To raise funds to empower doctors, nurses and medical staff across South Africa with the supplies […]
David Coplan, University of the Witwatersrand When Joseph Bekhizizwe Shabalala passed away I stopped in my tracks and just let the sadness pull me down. And then inspiration from his beacon of a life lifted me back up. Shabalala’s own response to the devastating murder of his wife Nellie in 2002 was the transcendently uplifting album by his ensemble Ladysmith Black Mambazo called Raise Your Spirit Higher. It won a […]
By Melinda Ferguson Hyundai South Africa recently threw a huge party, inviting national motoring media, international guests and a whole bunch of trendy influencers to welcome their N performance hatch onto local soil, the much-anticipated i30 N. You'd be forgiven if you wondered whether there is space in local Golf GTI and Golf R lovers' hearts to make way for a new contender. I had those same thoughts as I […]
Anné H. Verhoef, North-West University and Hennie A Kruger, North-West University Is it possible to decolonise mathematical sciences? Some researchers argue that it’s not. They cite numerous reasons why. Two include the fact that decolonisation is extremely difficult for the “pure sciences” such as mathematics. And that the concept of decolonising is “poorly defined and contentious, in this domain”. But our research shows that it is possible to achieve the […]
By Tunicia Jegels Residents of one of South Africa's oldest townships say they are hopeful that President Cyril Ramaphosa addresses the failed state of municipalities. KayaNews visited Kliptown in Soweto where around 70 people were affected by the recent floods. Now Andre Kock has lived in the century-old neighborhood where the Freedom Charter was birthed since the early '70s. He says the government's heritage and tourist sites like Walter Sisulu […]
In April 2020, Cape Town, South Africa will serve as Global Host City for the ninth annual International Jazz Day. This marks the first time a city on the continent of Africa will have hosted this special celebration and its cornerstone event, the All-Star Global Concert, which brings together dozens of the world’s greatest jazz artists for an unforgettable evening of cultural exchange and live music. Officially declared by the […]
The world of business is simplified for you by Kaya Biz with Gugulethu Mfuphi. This fast-paced award-winning business show talks to the corporate giants as well as up and coming entrepreneurs about their wins and challenges. Gugulethu invites guests to offer their analyses of markets and economies, and also delves into issues of personal financial wellness. Kaya Biz airs Mondays to Thursdays 18h00 to 19h00.
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Point of View with Phemelo Motene delves into the day’s current affairs, touches on real issues that affect people’s daily lives and shares expert advice on questions posed by the audience. Mondays to Thursdays 20:00 to 22:00.
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Real. Familiar. Memorable. Kaya 959 brings you the music you know and love from our playlist. Uninterrupted. Thursdays 20h00 to 21h00
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He has held it down in the world of mid-morning radio with the best music, riveting topics, brilliant mixes and interesting guests. Every weekday, The Best T proves why he is the BEST by connecting to you like only your bro or favourite uncle could. He lets his listeners dictate the songs they want to hear in the ever-popular Top 10 at 10, and his Three Teaspoons never run out. Catch The Best T in the City Mondays to Fridays from 09h00 to 12h00.
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Feel good about feeling good! That's exactly what The Feel-Good show is about. An escape from the negativity that surrounds us, indulging you in good feels. Pass it on to one and all. Spread the good feeling around Gauteng with Andy Maqondwana.
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