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#KayaBiz host Gugulethu Mfuphi spoke to Fresh and Thato on cash still being king in South Africa despite R88.5bn in costs a year on South Africa's payment ecosystem and accounting. They also discussed the possibility for a rate hike next week. Kaya 959

Fresh and Thato had a sit down with Pastor Jabu Hlongwane on turning his attention to the next generation of gospel talent, on his new platform the Gospel Music Spotlight, built to discover and mentor unknown artists, giving them a stage alongside some of Mzansi's biggest gospel names. They also discussed what to expect from the big concert coming to the Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace on 3 October.  Kaya 959

Today we asking, what is your favorite YouTube channel and who is your best Youtuber? Kaya 959

Fresh and Thato spoke to Mail & Guardian Journalist, Lesego Chepape on the Mail & Guardian's special edition on the Ekurhuleni killings, this in light of the 9 women who were found dead in Kempton Park, Springs, and Clayville, and yet police haven't confirmed if the cases are connected. Lesego spoke on her her personal article "The ghost town women dread to tread" which traces how the Kempton Park of her childhood once safe, familiar, full of small-town charm has now decayed and on another on M&G's investigative piece, "Nine lives snuffed as fears escalate." Kaya 959

US Ambassador to South Africa Leo Brent Bozell III says Washington is growing impatient over Pretoria’s lack of response to five demands concerning BEE, expropriation and the “Kill the Boer” slogan. Bozell says the requests were formally submitted almost a year ago. Phemelo speaks to SAFTU General Secretary Zwelinzima Vavi. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Cars.co.za’s Alan Quinn breaks down the Motor Industry Report 2026, revealing the biggest behavioural and affordability shifts in South Africa’s vehicle market. From the 72% surge in Chinese brands, to NEV momentum, to the dominance of price and fuel efficiency in buyer decisions — this episode offers essential insights for dealers, OEMs and consumers navigating a rapidly changing market. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Cisco South Africa’s General Manager Smangele Nkosi joins Pivot Point to unpack the findings of Cisco’s new AI Sentiment Survey — revealing how South Africans expect AI to reshape the way we live, work, play and learn. With nearly half of South Africans already using generative AI, but 90% of organisations unable to scale AI due to skills shortages, Smangele reflects on the trust gaps, gender divides, and capability challenges highlighted in the data. www.kaya959.co.za

Personal finance educator Mapalo Makhu joins Inside Your Pocket to unpack what financial resilience really means in today’s economy. With rising income volatility, affordability pressures and shifting consumer behaviour, Mapalo offers practical tools for navigating uncertainty, choosing flexible financial protection, and building resilience that fits real South African lives. www.kaya959.co.za

Anglo American’s Emma Parker breaks down how the Impact Finance Network (IFN) is reshaping access to capital for South African entrepreneurs. With 162 businesses supported, R1.8 billion mobilised, and 46,000 livelihoods sustained, IFN is proving that connection, capability and catalytic capital can unlock real growth. A practical conversation on investment readiness, partnerships and the future of entrepreneurial finance. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Momentum Group CEO Jeanette Marais unpacks the Group’s record R7.06 billion earnings, delivered a year ahead of target. We explore the improved quality of earnings, the five business units now delivering over R1bn each, the surge in sales to R93.8 billion, and how the Group’s Impact strategy is reshaping performance. A sharp, data‑rich conversation on growth, resilience and the road to F2030. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM