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This Sunday on The World Show… we’re joined by Joburg-based singer, songwriter and storyteller Imvemnyama. Sive Mqikela was born in Komani, Eastern Cape, and creates deeply expressive music that combines contemporary jazz, cultural memory, and powerful personal storytelling. Balancing life as an attorney and an artist, his critically acclaimed debut EP, Emnyamandawo, introduces a distinct new voice in South African jazz. Kaya FM

Fresh and Thato spoke to Judith Sephuma on her brand-new album out titled “When Winter Fades”, her live performance Emperors Palace tomorrow and her inspiration behind her fitness journey.

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh & Thato on what to make of government ramping up its battle against illegal online gambling platforms. They also discussed the battle between online groceries heating up in SA heats.

Fresh and Thato spoke on some of the unwritten rules they think everyone should know and follow.

Fresh and Thato spoke to Journalist at Mail & Guardian, Hasina Kathrada on their investigation on illegal weight loss drugs flooding the SA market, namely Retatrutide an injectable experimental weight loss drug eclipsing even Ozempic and Mounjaro with trials indicating that it is highly potent, leading to up to a 28% body weight reduction. How far have you gone or willing to go to lose weight? And would you try an unapproved drug to meet your weight loss goal?

This week, Dr Sheldon Rocha Leal explores the extraordinary power of music and the role it has played in shaping social and political movements across the globe. From songs of protest and resistance to anthems of hope and identity, he unpacks how artists have used their music to challenge injustice, inspire change and give voice to important causes. Featuring music from Vusi Mahlasela's The Earth I Know Is a Woman, Nakhane's Interloper, 2Pac's Changes and more, it's a fascinating look at the stories behind the songs that have helped shape our world. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Looking for your next binge or a movie worth seeing? Leroy Marc is back with this week's top entertainment picks, reviewing the new e.tv telenovela The Four of Us, the big-screen releases Supergirl and A Crime, plus plenty of other must-watch recommendations. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Gauteng MEC for Social Development, Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, joined Phemelo to unpack the department's 2026/27 Budget Vote tabled before the Gauteng Legislature. The conversation explored the province's plans to strengthen social protection, tackle poverty, support vulnerable communities, invest in youth development, fight substance abuse, empower people living with disabilities and build greater social cohesion across Gauteng. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The Public Service Commission says government's failure to pay suppliers within 30 days remains a major concern, leaving many small businesses struggling to survive. National Treasury's latest figures show unpaid invoices worth R15.5 billion, with provincial departments responsible for nearly all of the backlog. Phemelo speaks to Public Service Commission Commissioner Anele Gxoyiya about the impact on SMMEs and why the problem persists. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Johannesburg households are paying more for electricity after City Power's new tariffs came into effect this week. The utility says the 8.63% increase will help fund infrastructure upgrades and improve service reliability, while protecting vulnerable households through its Free Basic Electricity Programme. But the hike comes as City Power continues to face scrutiny over billions of rand in irregular expenditure flagged by the Auditor-General. Phemelo speaks to Acting Group Head for Revenue Shared Services Centres, Lufuno Mashau. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm