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#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato looks ahead to the SARB MPC interest rate decision this afternoon. They also looked at what to make of ⁠Mr. Price seeing a stronger growth in retail sales. Kaya 959

Fresh, Thomas and the team weighed in on the story of the widow of the late actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Dr. Tenisha Warner filing a lawsuit against her mother-in-law, seeking over $1.2 million from the Warner Family Trust. The team asked listeners on who should be prioritized when a husband passes away without their affairs in order, who should come first, the wife or the mother? And, given what you know about your in-laws, do you think you will have some sort of conflict with them? Kaya 959

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Fresh and Thato spoke to News Editor at The Citizen, Kyle Zeeman on their front page story looking into concerns about the Democratic Alliance's confirmation of Helen Zille as its candidate for mayor of Joburg, a move that has reignited the debate on whether, at 75, Zille might be the right person to take on a city in crisis, or whether the DA is leaning on a familiar name rather than a fresh plan. The team asked listeners on whether we are ageist as a society, and whether we have age-related double standards? And whether you would hire a 75 year old to do anything? Kaya 959

This week's Legal Matters Nthabiseng Dubazana unpacks key legal issues, including eviction linked to criminal activity, a labour dispute over whether workers were picketing or rehearsing wedding songs, and restraint of trade without a written agreement. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

South African hockey player Onthatile "Thati" Zulu has lifted the lid on the financial strain facing the national women's team, revealing that players often have to fund their own World Cup preparations through sponsorships, crowdfunding and personal contributions. Her open letter has reignited the debate around funding for under-supported sports. Phemelo speaks to South African Women's Hockey Team Head Coach Inky Zondi and SA Hockey Association CEO Phikolomzi Mbuqe. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

More than 50 people, including pensioners, mothers with children and people with disabilities, spent the night outside SASSA's Bellville office in freezing temperatures just to secure a place in the queue. ActionSA says the scenes expose a failing system and is calling for urgent improvements, while SASSA has responded to concerns over long queues and the grant review process. Phemelo speaks to ActionSA MP and Cape Town mayoral candidate Dereleen James, and SASSA spokesperson Dr Paseka Letsatsi. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

We unpack government’s new Township & Rural Economy Development Policy — the first serious attempt at a national framework for township economies. Township economy expert Alef Meulenberg explains what the policy gets right, where it falls short, and why scalable township models like Township Fleva prove what’s possible when micro‑enterprises are integrated into real commercial supply chains. www.kaya959.co.za

Six PIC directors have resigned, Treasury has begun steps to remove others, and whistleblower allegations of interference are mounting. Independent analyst Khaya Sithole breaks down the governance crisis unfolding at the Public Investment Corporation, what’s driving the board exodus, and what this means for the R2.5 trillion in assets the PIC manages — including public sector pensions. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

With inflation rising to 5.0%, fuel prices surging, and administered costs climbing, the SARB’s Monetary Policy Committee faces a tough call. Sanlam Investments economist Patrick Buthelezi unpacks today’s CPI print, the risks driving inflation, and what to expect from tomorrow’s MPC meeting. Essential listening for anyone watching interest rates and consumer pressure. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM