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Former president Thabo Mbeki has dismissed as a “complete fabrication” allegations that he held secret meetings with former apartheid-era military and police generals to prevent their prosecution for crimes committed under apartheid. Testifying before the TRC Cases Inquiry, Mbeki denied that such meetings took place as the inquiry investigates alleged political interference in apartheid-era prosecutions. Phemelo speaks to Lukhanyo Calata, son of activist Fort Calata. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The City of Tshwane has admitted negligence after supplying unchlorinated water to Bronkhorstspruit communities for three weeks, with 408 people, mainly children, affected by gastrointestinal illnesses. Mayor Nasiphi Moya says the city ran out of chlorine following a dispute with its supplier, while an investigation found the water source was affected by sewage pollution. Phemelo speaks to Bronkhorstspruit community leader and councillor Patrick Matshiane KaMabona, and WaterCAN Citizen Science and Training Coordinator Nomsa Daele. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

ActionSA Ekurhuleni mayoral candidate Xolani Khumalo joins Phemelo in studio to unpack the party’s manifesto and plans for the city ahead of the local government elections. Khumalo says his priorities include establishing an independent anti-corruption unit, conducting lifestyle audits on municipal officials, reviewing city contracts and restoring law and order. www.kaya959.co.za

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of work, but is South Africa ready? Donnel Muchinguri from AlgoAtWork joins Kaya Biz to discuss algorithmic literacy, the skills required for the AI economy, and how technology can become a catalyst for inclusion, innovation and future job creation. www.kaya959.co.za

Could South Africa regain investment-grade status by 2028? Investec's Osagyefo Mazwai explains why the country's fiscal position, institutional reforms and improving credibility are shifting the ratings conversation. We explore the remaining obstacles, the importance of the MTBPS and what investors should watch next. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

The latest Money & Me survey paints a worrying picture of household finances, with more consumers borrowing before month-end, dipping into retirement savings and turning to side hustles to stay afloat. Sarah Nicholson of JustMoney unpacks what the data reveals about financial stress, debt burdens and economic resilience among South African consumers. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

South Africa's green transition could unlock hundreds of thousands of jobs, but only if skills development keeps pace. Gugu McLaren-Ushewokunze from the National Business Initiative discusses the new Skills Development Zones model, the future of green employment, and how South Africa can ensure young people and underserved communities benefit from the opportunities emerging through the Just Energy Transition. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

The latest Money & Me survey paints a worrying picture of household finances, with more consumers borrowing before month-end, dipping into retirement savings and turning to side hustles to stay afloat. Sarah Nicholson of JustMoney unpacks what the data reveals about financial stress, debt burdens and economic resilience among South African consumers. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

South Africa's green transition could unlock hundreds of thousands of jobs, but only if skills development keeps pace. Gugu McLaren-Ushewokunze from the National Business Initiative discusses the new Skills Development Zones model, the future of green employment, and how South Africa can ensure young people and underserved communities benefit from the opportunities emerging through the Just Energy Transition. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

As South Africa prepares for the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement, Momentum Group Economist Sanisha Packirisamy unpacks Treasury's fiscal balancing act. From growth constraints and spending pressures to debt sustainability and global uncertainty, we examine the key risks and opportunities shaping South Africa's economic outlook ahead of one of the year's most important policy events Kaya FM