KayaNews Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize says the number of positive coronavirus cases has jumped to 709. This means that 155 new cases were recorded since yesterdays confirmed number of 554. This comes as the country continues with preparations for the national lockdown that will come into effect tomorrow at midnight In the lead up to the lockdown, officials are set to release the exact locations that members of the […]
Labour unions are calling on the government to ensure that workers are compensated if it elects to impose a lockdown This is in light of the rapid spread of covid-19. South Africa currently has 554 confirmed cases Cosatu says it is concerned that the virus is likely to continue spreading due to the crammed conditions of the public transport system A large number of South Africans make use of the […]
By: Alex Broadbent, University of Johannesburg and Benjamin T H Smart, University of Johannesburg A deserted street in Cairo after the government ordered the closure of shops, restaurants and cafes. Photo by Ziad Ahmed/NurPhoto via Getty Images Suppose you had the choice between two health policies, A and B. Policy A would result in the death of a lot of elderly people. Policy B would result in the […]
The Sharpeville Massacre. Godfrey Rubens via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA Steven Wheatley, Lancaster University It’s been 60 years since the Sharpeville massacre, when 69 unarmed civilians were killed by armed South African police on March 21 1960. The significance of the date is reflected in the fact that it now marks the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Without the Sharpeville massacre, we may not have the international […]
Willowton Group partners with Pick n Pay to promote good hand hygiene 19 March 2020: Willowton Group has donated over 750,000 bars of soap – worth around R5-million - to young learners and selected old-age homes and frail care centres across the country to promote good hand hygiene and help play a role in curbing the spread of the Coronavirus. Partnering with Willowton is Pick n Pay, who will help […]
By Kaya News If you own a club, bar, restaurant or shebeen you may have to close down your establishment with immediate effect or scale down the number of patrons to less than fifty. This is according to the new Disaster Management Act regulations that have been gazetted by Government in the wake of the coronavirus. South Africa currently has 116 confirmed cases of Covid-19. According to the new regulations […]
COVID-19 – 10 Step Guide to Self-Quarantine Self-quarantine for COVID-19 is recommended for individuals who have been directly exposed to the virus or who have traveled to areas where there are large numbers of people infected in order to prevent further transmission. Who should self-quarantine? Self-quarantine for COVID-19 is recommended for individuals who have been directly exposed to the virus or who travelled to areas where there are large numbers […]
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 […]
The COVID-19 outbreak has been declared a state of disaster in South Africa (15 March 2020). As the number of known cases rises in South Africa, we look to understand prevention, treatment options and the social impact of the outbreak. For the latest news and updates concerning the COVID-19 outbreak, visit www.sacoronavirus.co.za, call 0800 029 999 or whatsapp 0600 123 456. Content hosted by iono.fm
Akebe Luther King Abia, University of KwaZulu-Natal The novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, recently declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation, has taken the world by surprise. The good news is that tremendous scientific and technological advances have permitted scientists to understand a lot about this virus in a short amount of time. Within just two months of the first case, the causative virus has been identified, its genetic […]
Dear Friend, I am sorry that this comes now even though sorry is something I shouldn't be. I've listened and struggled against my condition to condone what you see as a joke and as playful or as something I am innately meant to understand because we call each other friends. In this strange place of freedom from the spell and the hard choice to write this to you, I am […]
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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