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Fresh and Thato spoke to The Sowetan Deputy Editor, Thabiso Thakali on the biggest stories in the Sowetan today, particularly the story around the Cat Matlala trial and how a security guard's chilling first-hand account of the ambush on taxi boss Joe "Ferrari" Sibanyoni led to a shootout with guys armed with Ak47s. The team asked listeners on what informs their decision to get involved or to walk away from a dangerous situation? Kaya 959

Parliament has grilled National Treasury over its decision to withhold R13.5 billion in funding from struggling municipalities over financial mismanagement and unpaid debts. While 27 councils have had their funding restored and more are expected to receive payments, dozens remain without crucial funds as Treasury insists they meet strict financial conditions first. Phemelo speaks to the Chairperson of Parliament's Standing Committee on Finance, Dr Joe Maswanganyi, about the funding freeze, municipal accountability and what it means for service delivery. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The CRL Rights Commission is stepping up efforts to tackle the ongoing crisis at initiation schools after 43 initiates lost their lives during this year's winter initiation season. The latest figures also reveal dozens of hospitalisations, abductions, illegal schools and criminal cases, prompting the commission to launch a special committee to investigate more than a decade of fatalities and strengthen accountability. Phemelo speaks to CRL Rights Commission Deputy Chairperson George Mahlangu and CONTRALESA Eastern Cape Chairperson Inkosi Mwelo Nonkonyana about protecting cultural practices while safeguarding young lives. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

A Johannesburg private school is back in court after allegedly failing to fully comply with a High Court order to reinstate two Grade 12 learners who were excluded over unpaid school fees. While the pupils have returned to class, SECTION27 says they have not been fully reintegrated and remain unregistered for their final IEB matric exams, despite a court order and the registration fees being paid. The organisation is now seeking to have the school and its directors held in contempt of court. Phemelo speaks to SECTION27 candidate attorney Jonathan West about the legal battle and what it means for the learners' right to education. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Emotions ran high in the Johannesburg High Court as the first state witness in the trial of alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala recounted the terrifying moment gunmen armed with AK-47s ambushed a Centurion Golf Estate in 2022. At the same time, the Madlanga Commission heard testimony from Investigating Directorate Against Corruption head Advocate Andrea Johnson, who defended her past relationship with Crime Intelligence deputy Feroz Khan and denied ever shielding him from prosecution. Phemelo gets legal insight from legal expert Bophelo Seleke on the latest developments in both high-profile cases. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Empire FX Research Analyst Crispus Nyaga unpacks the forces driving crypto into the second half of 2026. From macro liquidity and ETF flows to altcoin weakness, institutional caution, regulatory shifts and Africa’s rising adoption, we explore the levels, risks and catalysts shaping Bitcoin and the broader digital‑asset market. www.kaya959.co.za

Discovery Life’s Harry Joffe breaks down one of 2026’s biggest estate‑planning risks: digital assets. With millions of South Africans holding crypto — and most without valid Wills — families face major challenges accessing wallets, private keys and offshore platforms. We unpack access risks, executor expertise, tax implications, and how to avoid becoming part of SA’s growing “lost crypto” problem. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Foord’s Linda Eedes, CFA, explains why oil markets are reacting faster than real‑world conditions. From tankers avoiding mined routes to insurers, refineries and global reserves struggling to normalise, we unpack the physical bottlenecks behind Brent’s volatility — and what this means for inflation, inventories and South African businesses in the months ahead. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Life rarely goes according to plan, and your finances are no exception. From unexpected setbacks to shifting priorities and volatile markets, staying on course requires more than good intentions. Allan Gray's Gladness Rupare joins Gugulethu Mfuphi to discuss why a durable investment strategy, starting early, investing consistently and staying disciplined can help South Africans build long-term wealth, even when life gets in the way. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959

DebtBusters’ Executive Head Benay Sager joins us to unpack the fifth annual Money‑Stress Tracker — revealing a sharp reversal in financial wellbeing across youth, women and lower‑income households. We explore rising inflation, electricity costs, debt burdens, provincial stress hotspots, and the resilience South Africans continue to show despite mounting pressure. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM