By: Natasha Archary Image: Nicola Barts Pexels South Africa's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased by 0.4% in the 1st quarter of 2023, ensuring the country avoids a technical recession. Joe de Beer, Deputy Director General for Economic Statistics at StatsSA joined Nastassia Arendse on Kaya Biz to break down what this means. According to de Beer, there were two sectors which contributed to the lower than expected GDP increase, which […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Matt Hoffman Unsplash DA Gauteng Spokesperson for Roads and Transport, Evert Du Plessis, says the province's roads are a mess because the department has failed to fix potholes. According to the DA, the Department claims the contractor that was supposed to start work on roads in Gauteng, experienced financial constraints and non-payment of workers resulted in the project being halted. In a statement, Du Plessis said […]
Katlego Sekhu Photo by Pamoni Photograph: https://www.pexels.com/photo/flames-in-close-up-view-2726986/ A 51-year-old woman from Mamelodi is in hospital fighting for her life after being burnt beyond recognition by her boyfriend on Saturday. Lindiwe Zitha, 51, was assaulted by her boyfriend, Eric Marakalala, who poured petrol over her and set her alight. Zitha is the sister of former Banyana Banyana star Khabo Zitha. Khabo told TimesLIVE that her sister is in a coma and […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Marcelo Leal on Unsplash The Gauteng Provincial Government and Joburg Water say water supply has been restored at Helen Joseph Hospital following low pressure challenges on Tuesday, 06 June. In a statement issued on Tuesday afternoon, Joburg Water said an open valve within the ringfeed of the hospital had to be closed as it was creating a negative pressure. This meant water was no longer being […]
The Powerball Results for Tuesday 6 June are: PowerBall: 03, 09, 15, 38, 44 + 12 PowerBall Plus: 06, 12, 25, 27, 34 + 18 Estimated Jackpot Powerball: 32 000 000 Powerball Plus: 16 000 000 For more information visit the National Lottery website
Katlego Sekhu Image: GCIS ANC MP Tina Joemat-Pettersson has passed away aged 59 - the details around her death are still sketchy at this point. ANC chief whip Pemmy Majodina confirmed that Pettersson passed away on Monday. Pettersson served as the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police from July 2019 until her death in June 2023. She held various ministerial positions in the South African government, including Minister of […]
By: Natasha Archary Image: Peter Mitchell on Unsplash Dar es Salaam is no longer Tanzania's capital, after the country named the city of Dodoma its new capital after 50-years. Following a public referendum which was motioned 50-years ago, Tanzania made gradual strides in changing its capital city, for social and economic reasons. The decision was also made to centralize the capital within the country. Dodoma was named the new capital […]
Katlego Sekhu Photo by Polina Tankilevitch: https://www.pexels.com/photo/man-and-woman-in-bathrobes-sitting-on-bed-6429536/ Today’s Blind Spot is Vat en Sit. Are you in, or are you out? Is the idea of marriage before cohabitation one that you still hold in high regard, or do you think it’s okay to live with your lover? Anonymous has grown frustrated with her partner, who promised to marry her a year into their cohabitation. Seven years later, he still hasn't […]
By: Natasha Archary South African journalist, Redi Tlhabi has remembered Eusebius McKaiser as a friend who loved loudly and emphatically. The former 702 radio presenter who passed away at the age of 45-years after suffering an epileptic seizure, was remembered at a touching memorial service on Tuesday, 06 June. Eusebius, an author and political analyst died at his home on 30 May. While most of his friends paid him touching […]
Zuko Komisa Image: SA Reserve Bank StatsSA announces that SA's GDP has grown by 0.4%. The first quarter of 2023 saw a 0.4% increase in the gross domestic product (GDP) of South Africa, according to statement released on Tuesday by Statistics South Africa (StatsSA). Eight out of ten industries, including manufacturing, banking, real estate, and business services, experienced growth in the first three months of the year, according to Stats […]
Zuko Komisa Image | @Apple /Twitter Apple unveils VR/AR headset worth R 68K along with other futuristic products. The much-awaited Vision Pro mixed reality headset, the first significant new product category for the tech giant since the Apple Watch in 2015, was presented by Apple on Monday. The new gadget, which resembles a future pair of ski goggles and is stuffed with cameras and sensors, can immerse a wearer in […]
Zuko Komisa Photo by Aaron Huber on Unsplash Things you have seen in someone's house that shows that they are rich. Ever walked into one of your friend's house and were blow away by the expensive aesthetics and furniture and became convinced that they were wealthy. In many modern homes people strive to hide their money and refrain from bragging about it. However, there are subtle giveaways that a lot […]
Tune and Chill with Tyroline Franks on Kaya 959. Weekends, Saturday and Sunday, 15pm-18pm.
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On the Beat with George Manyosi on Kaya 959. Saturday's, 18pm-21pm.
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Kaya 959 takes back Sundays with A Touch of Soul, the only show bringing you soul and RnB music that touches your mind, body and spirit. The Best T in the City, T-bose takes you back to a time when music was made to last. A Touch of Soul is the perfect wind-down to your weekend. Sundays 14h00 to 18h00.
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The Jazz Standard with Brenda Sisane. Sunday's 12:00-15:00.
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WITH XOLA DLWATI: SATURDAYS 12:00 -15:00 Spade of Hearts is a fuse of love and soulful sounds, pulling at your heartstrings. Tune in for songs that will take you down memory lane. It is the sound that once dominated your playlist. It airs Sundays 12:00 – 15:00.
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The World Show is informative, expansive, and largely pan-African. This is a musical journey that bridges generations and genres, travelling across continents and timelines, with in-depth interviews and features. ‘The World Show’ is a four-hour global journey through sound – featuring the freshest tracks from home and afar.
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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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1.2 Parliament assented to POPIA on 19 November 2013. The commencement date of section 1, Part A of Chapter 5, section 112 and section 113 was 11 April 2014. The commencement date of the other sections was 1 July 2020 (with the exception of section 110 and 114(4). The President of South Africa has proclaimed the POPI commencement date to be 1 July 2020.
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