Veteran actor Dr John Kani has been invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the body that votes for the Oscars. Globally celebrated for roles in Black Panther and Mufasa, Kani joins six other African creatives honoured this year, including filmmaker Akin Omotoso. He says it’s an “incredible honour” to be part of the Academy’s mandate to pursue excellence while celebrating history and culture. POV speaks to the legendary actor Kayafm

The world’s finest whiskies are back on display as the Whiskey Live Festival returns - bigger, bolder, and in a brand-new venue. From exclusive masterclasses to a vibrant lineup of participating brands, the festival promises an unforgettable experience for whiskey lovers and newcomers alike.

Our guest, Michelle Kirby, Executive Producer of Whiskey Live Festival, joins us to share what’s new this year, why the venue change matters, and what visitors can expect from the much-loved public VIP lounge to masterclasses and on-the-door ticket options. Kaya 959 · Kaya FM

Guest – Leanne Kunz - Head of the Digital News Transformation Fund

Digital News Transformation Fund (DNT Fund) will open its first application window on 25 August, allowing small, medium and community-based independent news publishers to apply for digital transformation and sustainability funding.

The R114 million fund, established last year, aims to help South African news publishers strengthen digital capacity, diversify revenue streams and future-proof operations. Kaya 959 · Kaya FM

Harry is a Chartered Accountant and has over twenty years of experience within the Financial Services sector. He was recently appointed as Chief Executive of FNB and has a long spanning career with FirstRand Limited, the largest listed Financial Services group in Africa by market capitalisation. Prior to this role, Harry was the Financial Director and Chief Finance Officer of FirstRand Limited from January 2014 until March 2024 when he was appointed as Chief Executive of FNB and its Retail and Commercial segment which represents 65% of FirstRand’s profits.

Prior to joining FirstRand, he worked at HSBC South Africa where he held the position of associate director in corporate finance. He is passionate about innovation and the need for continual, incremental changes Kaya 959 · Kaya FM

Guest - Luncedo Mtwentwe, director at Vantage Advisory.

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is increasingly taking note of the income generated by influencers in South Africa, with some making up to R35,000 for a single social media post.

These additional earnings can create tax headaches for individuals, pushing them up a tax bracket or even making them provisional taxpayers.

The South African influencer industry is rapidly becoming more lucrative, with it estimated to generate around R500 million in economic value each year. Kaya 959 · Kaya FM

During Women’s Month 2025, the spotlight is on women entrepreneurs – but are we truly backing them beyond the speeches and symbolic gestures? Despite their proven impact on communities and economies, South African women face higher exit rates in business, limited access to funding, and systemic barriers in procurement and policy. The G20’s renewed push for inclusive growth makes this the perfect moment to ask: what will it take to shift from recognition to real investment?

Our guest, Linnet Mhishi, Client Strategy Head for FNB Business, unpacks the latest insights, the challenges women face in sustaining businesses, and what real structural change could look like to unlock the full power of women-owned enterprises in South Africa. Kaya 959 · Kaya FM

Every smile has a backstory… what’s the hidden chaos from your personal life that your coworkers would never guess?

Colleagues see the smile, not the storm. Is it fair to ask employees/colleagues to leave their problems at the door during working hours? Kaya 959

At times we find ourselves in the doghouse with our partners, friends, family, or colleagues and we honestly just don’t understand why they are mad. So with the Blind Spot we and the listeners help you see and understand some of the blind spots you might have missed in certain situations. kaya959 · Kaya FM

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#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi speak to Sizwe Dhlomo on what to make of plans to resuscitate telco operator Cell C. They also looked at ⁠SARS caution to influencers on undeclared income. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya 959 Website