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Iran is signalling it could take a more offensive approach in its conflict with the United States as a ceasefire agreement expires. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it is ready to respond to any US ground operations, with officials warning of “strategic surprises”. Tensions remain high over the Strait of Hormuz and possible targets include US and allied infrastructure in the region. Phemelo speaks to Global Affairs Specialist and Montreal Institute of Global Security Senior Fellow Dr Terence McName. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The state has been given the go-ahead to reopen its case against Sithembiso Lawrence Mdlalose, accused of setting fire to the Usindiso building in Johannesburg, where 76 people died in August 2023. The move follows discrepancies over the identities of some of the victims. Mdlalose faces 76 murder charges, as well as attempted murder, arson and defeating the ends of justice. Phemelo gets the latest from Kaya News Reporter Pitso Molemane. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

The High Court has ordered Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela to reinstate the NSFAS board, while suspending the appointment of Professor Sizwe Mathebula as administrator. The court questioned the minister’s failure to consult the board and raised concerns about Mathebula’s suitability to oversee billions in public funds, citing adverse findings against him. Phemelo unpacks the judgment with Daily Maverick reporter Siyabonga Goni. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

Alleged tender kingpin Vusimusi “Cat” Matlala has told the Madlanga Commission he borrowed R15 million from North West businessman Suleman Carrim to service his Medicare 24 contract with the SAPS. Matlala’s testimony has been postponed to next Monday, pending an affidavit on issues surrounding the contract. He declined to answer several questions, citing his upcoming tender fraud trial. Phemelo gets the latest from Kaya News Reporter Tsholofelo Tsoku. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

From SABC broadcaster to senior communications leader at Isuzu Motors SA, Iviwe Poti shares her journey through two male‑dominated industries: automotive and strategic marketing. She discusses navigating corporate spaces, shaping brand narratives across commercial vehicles, mentoring young women, and driving transformation in one of South Africa’s toughest sectors. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

The Her & Now 2026 report reveals a country where women feel overlooked by institutions, unsafe in public spaces, financially strained by products not built for their realities, and burdened by hours of unpaid care work. Dr Reitumetse Mpholle breaks down the data and explains the systemic shifts needed to build a world where women can thrive — not just cope. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

Many SME support systems are built on assumptions that ignore women lived realities. Sarah Mthintso of the SAB Foundation unpacks how unpaid care work, family responsibilities and emotional labour shape business performance, access to finance and entrepreneurial survival. She outlines what institutions must change to make support genuinely accessible — and why wellbeing is a business issue, not a “soft” one. www.kaya959.co.za

Women retire with less money, live longer, and face higher healthcare costs — yet retirement planning still treats men and women as if their financial journeys are identical. Asavela Gwele from 10X Investments explains how pay gaps, career breaks, caregiving, longevity and medical inflation compound over decades, and outlines practical steps women can take to close their retirement savings gap www.kaya959.co.za · Best Of Kaya Biz

As Jockey celebrates 150 years globally, South Africa stands out with a remarkable localisation story: over 95% of Jockey SA’s products are manufactured locally through a 75‑year partnership with Ninian & Lester. The company’s General Manger Bruce McMurray unpacks how heritage, innovation and local manufacturing agility have become competitive advantages in a tough apparel market. www.kaya959.co.za · Kaya FM

GUEST: Professor Alistair Mokoena is a Dean at the Johannesburg Business School