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Emerging and developing South African visual artists now have until 18 September to apply for the 2026 DALRO Visual Arts Merit Award. The programme offers mentorship, professional development and residencies to help artists build sustainable careers, with 10 finalists set to be selected. Phemelo speaks to DALRO Managing Director Laz Serobe. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

South Africa’s latest Indlulamithi Barometer shows 72% of indicators point to continued economic stagnation, while younger South Africans remain more hopeful about the country’s future. The perception survey also found that 52% expect the country to move towards the Vulture Culture scenario, characterised by populist politics and state capture. Phemelo speaks to Indlulamithi Barometer research lead Dr Tara Polzer Ngwato www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The body of 38-year-old Elizabeth “Tsontso” Moselakgomo has been positively identified by her family, days after she went missing following a run in Rhodesfield, Kempton Park. Her death comes after five similar cases in and around Kempton Park, although police have not confirmed a connection. Phemelo speaks to Elizabeth’s uncle Andries Motlaila, National Council on GBVF chairperson Dr Lebogang Ramalepe and Not In My Name national organiser Boitumelo Thage. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

El Niño is back — but unlike previous drought cycles, South Africa enters the 2026/27 season with record soil moisture, dam levels at 95.5%, improved grain stocks and strong veld conditions. Absa AgriBusiness’ Loffie Brandt explains why the sector is better positioned, what risks remain, how rainfall timing and extreme heat will shape outcomes, and what producers should prioritise ahead of planting. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Ahead of the Nedbank IMC, Google SA’s Kabelo Makwane explains why many organisations remain stuck in AI pilot mode — and what separates those extracting measurable value. He breaks down leadership mindset, organisational readiness, responsible adoption, and how marketers can use AI to drive customer value, personalisation and growth. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

With youth unemployment at crisis levels, the Mr Price Foundation’s FY2026 Integrated Impact Report shows meaningful progress: 10,167 youth trained, 7,274 placed into jobs, 1,241 entrepreneurs supported and 125 new jobs created. Executive Director Octavius Phukubye unpacks the strategy behind the 71.5% placement rate, the sectors absorbing youth, the entrepreneurship pipeline, and the path to empowering 500,000 young South Africans by 2035. www.kaya959.co.za

On tonight’s Wealth Creation feature, Experian reframes legacy-building through everyday financial decisions. Sikhulule Mabece explains how credit scores — often misunderstood as debt indicators — can unlock access to homes, education and small business growth. Drawing on Experian’s Consumer Default Index, he breaks down the habits that strengthen credit health, protect assets and build long-term family resilience. www.kaya959.co.za · Best Of Kaya Biz

The DBSA has posted one of its strongest financial performances in recent years — net profit up 47% to R7.8bn, operating income up 21.7%, and disbursements rising to R20.7bn. But the picture includes rising NPLs, higher expected credit losses and liquidity pressure. CEO Boitumelo Mosako unpacks the drivers behind the results, the sustainability of earnings, the infrastructure pipeline, and how the Bank is managing municipal credit risk and macroeconomic volatility. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

One body is too many: What Are We Still Getting Wrong About GBV? with Lisa Vetten- currently the gender specialist on violence against women appointed to the Commission for Gender Equality. Lisa Vetten has worked in the field of violence against women for over two decades

What’s a question you dread from your kids? Kids have a way of asking the one question you’ve spent your whole life avoiding. What’s a question your child has asked you that left you thinking, “Oh… I was NOT ready for that one? Kaya 959 Website