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Fresh and Thato sat down with Acclaimed Actor, Tony Kgoroge discussing his latest role that's got the whole country talking, as Moses in Netflix's new thriller "Umthetho", a prison boss running a network from behind bars, and the long-lost brother of public prosecutor Mbali. Tony reportedly sat down with real ex-inmates, some who'd done over 18 years inside. He also insisted on doing his own stunts, filming in an actual working prison with steel benches that don't forgive mistakes. Kaya 959

Today we asking, what is the best cartoon character and which one would like to be and why. Kaya 959

On this week’s Music Feature, musicologist Dr Sheldon Leal looks at Tupac Shakur’s life, career and lasting influence nearly 30 years after his death. We also reflect on the rapper’s recent murder conviction, following a jury finding Duane “Keffe D” Davis guilty of first-degree murder in Tupac’s killing. We revisit some of Tupac’s biggest hits, including California Love, Dear Mama, Changes, Ghetto Gospel and Do for Love. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

On this week’s What to Watch, Leroy Marc reviews Untold: Raygun – Breaking Badly on Netflix, The Gentlemen 2, also on Netflix, and Prima Facie, running at the Market Theatre from 17 September to 4 October and much more. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

FNB Art Joburg returns to the Sandton Convention Centre, bringing together leading African galleries, emerging artists and collectors. We look at what’s new this year and what visitors can expect from the fair with FNB Events Marketing Lead Nkosana Matyeshana. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The newly operationalised National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide has set out its priorities, including better coordination of the country’s response to GBVF, stronger accountability and identifying the resources needed to tackle the crisis. This comes as government highlights the scale of violence against women, with more than 50,000 GBVF cases recorded by police in the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year. Phemelo speaks to Member of the National Council on Gender-Based Violence and Femicide, Dr Zubeda Dangor. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The story of Nokuthula Simelane, who was abducted and disappeared more than 40 years ago, has sparked renewed calls for justice and accountability. Her story was remembered at a gathering at the University of Mpumalanga in Mbombela, where her family reflected on her disappearance and the need to keep her memory alive. Phemelo speaks to Nokuthula’s younger sister and Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane.i www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Shell Downstream South Africa Country Chair, Aluwani Museisi, shares his journey from health policy and diplomacy into energy leadership. In this Pivot Point conversation, he reflects on early influences, career pivots, the role of gas in South Africa’s transition, the importance of public‑private partnerships, and the leadership lessons that matter most for young professionals navigating uncertain environments. www.kaya959.co.za

Santam delivered a solid half‑year performance with 10% GWP growth, a 6% rise in Net Earned Premium, and an 8.1% underwriting margin — despite R1.5 billion in catastrophe losses. CEO of Santam Partner Solutions, Gugu Mtetwa, unpacks the risk environment, device insurance growth, pricing discipline, and the Group’s FutureFit 2030 strategy. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

National Treasury’s 2026 Draft Tax Bills propose changes that could directly affect household budgets, medical scheme affordability, investment decisions and even everyday transactions. Old Mutual Senior Tax Consultant Aleweyah Price breaks down the key proposals, who they impact most, and what South Africans should be doing now as the Bills move through the legislative process. www.kaya959.co.za