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South Africa's Bafana Bafana wrote a new chapter in football history by reaching the World Cup knockout stages for the first time. A crucial 1-0 victory over Korea Republic, coupled with Mexico's win over Czechia, secured a place in the Round of 32, where Bafana will now face Canada. Phemelo discussed the historic achievement with sports broadcaster Benjamin Leshoro. Kayafm

Alleged organised crime figure Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala could spend eight years behind bars after pleading guilty to fraud, corruption and money laundering linked to a controversial SAPS tender. In a dramatic twist, Matlala has agreed to become a state witness, potentially exposing senior police officials and others implicated in the multi-million-rand corruption scandal. Phemelo unpacked the developments with legal expert Mpumelelo Zikalala. Kayafm

Alleged organised crime figure Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala could spend eight years behind bars after pleading guilty to fraud, corruption and money laundering linked to a controversial SAPS tender. In a dramatic twist, Matlala has agreed to become a state witness, potentially exposing senior police officials and others implicated in the multi-million-rand corruption scandal. Phemelo unpacked the developments with legal expert Mpumelelo Zikalala. Kayafm

A looming fuel crisis in the City of Johannesburg has left municipal vehicles stranded, raising fears of widespread service delivery disruptions. The DA says critical services, including pothole repairs, refuse collection and water infrastructure maintenance, are at risk, questioning why the city is pursuing a R10-billion SAMWU agreement while basic operations grind to a halt. Phemelo spoke to DA Johannesburg Caucus Leader, Cllr Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku. Kayafm

Today's theme is Songs dedicated to family members. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

Thomas Msengana and the team weigh in on how do you integrate the use of multiple languages at home. The team asked listeners whether you have ever tried to have a conversation in your mother tongue, and that left your child saying “Excuse me, what are you trying to say?" And how do you get your child to be multilingual? www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Thomas Msengana on what to make of City of Joburg facing a cash crunch. They also looked at ⁠SA and China seeking to strengthen trade relations. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

Thomas Msengana and the team weigh in on what to make of a Cape Town primary school which has this week issued a notice to parents to stop wearing pyjamas when doing school drop-offs. Do you think this is fair on parents rushing to get their child to school on time? Should schools monitor parent’s outfits and as the child, do you find it embarrassing when your parents wear pyjamas for school drop-offs? www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website

BrandMapp’s latest data reveals a youth audience unlike any other in South Africa — ambitious, financially upward‑moving, news‑engaged and career‑focused. Brandon de Kock, Director of Storytelling at BrandMapp, unpacks who the Kaya youth really are, how they consume news, what motivates them, and why they represent the next wave of emerging professionals. A Youth Month conversation filled with insight and optimism. Kaya FM

Ekurhuleni’s finances — and its ability to deliver reliable services — depend on a strong partnership with residents. MMC for Finance Alderman Jongizizwe Dlabathi explains how the City’s Siyakhokha platform is transforming municipal payments through convenience, security and digital efficiency. From registering online to logging queries and making payment arrangements, this conversation breaks down why “When we pay, we grow.” Kaya FM