Nedbank’s latest results reflect a three-part story of transformation, resilience and measured growth, delivered in an environment where economic recovery remains fragile but opportunity is slowly improving. Headline earnings rose 2% to R17.2 billion, return on equity remained solid at 15.4%, and the bank now serves 8 million clients for the first time in its history.: Mfundo Nkuhlu, Chief Operating Officer, Nedbank joins the show. Kaya FM

King V is no longer just a governance code for listed giants, it is fast becoming a credibility test for every board that claims to apply it. As capital tightens and lenders scrutinise risk more closely, “apply and explain” is shifting from a compliance exercise to a legal and financial accountability standard. For South Africa’s mid-market firms, the real risk is not failing to adopt King V, but adopting it superficially, because governance theatre will not withstand pressure from courts, investors or credit committees when decisions are challenged. Danie Dörfling-Kruger, Head of Business Development at Moore Infinity helps us understand how King V works. Kaya FM

Shoprite has delivered 7.1% revenue growth to R138.9 billion and 7.9% growth in diluted headline earnings per share to 708.9 cents, despite trading in an environment of near-zero internal price inflation (0.7%) and even deflation during the festive season, highlighting the group’s strategy of driving sales through customer affordability, volume growth and market share gains rather than price increases. Pieter Engelbrecht, CEO of Shoprite Holdingsunapck the results. Kaya FM

Global oil markets are once again on edge as escalating tensions in the Middle East push crude prices higher and raise fresh concerns for fuel costs in South Africa. With petrol prices already a sensitive issue for households and businesses, economists warn that sustained instability in key energy shipping routes could quickly translate into higher inflation and tighter financial pressure on consumers. Executive Chairman African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk explain what these rising oil prices mean. Kaya FM

We’re joined today by Lesetja Kganyago, Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, for a timely conversation on the state of South Africa’s financial markets and the role of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in a shifting global economy. Kaya FM

The latest escalation in the Middle East has moved from geopolitical tension to full market risk transmission, with oil prices, currency markets and global growth forecasts now firmly in the crosshairs of investors. With multiple conflict scenarios ranging from contained escalation to prolonged regional war or regime instability, economists are now shifting from modelling risk to pricing it. For economies like South Africa, the shock is not direct, but comes through inflation pressures, capital flows and commodity price movements, particularly oil and gold. How long this risk premium persists and whether the global economy is entering a period of sustained volatility.Sanisha Packirisamy, Chief Economist at Momentum Investments explains what this means for SA. Kaya FM

In today’s uncertain economic climate, many professionals are quietly asking themselves one difficult question: Should I stay, or should I leave?

With rising living costs, limited job mobility in some sectors, and growing conversations around burnout and toxic work cultures, deciding whether to remain in a role or move on is no longer just about salary. It’s about long-term growth, stability, mental wellbeing and strategic career positioning.Tonight on KayaBiz, we unpack how to recognise the difference between temporary workplace frustration and a genuine sign that it’s time to move on and how to make that decision wisely. Kaya FM

Bidvest closes the first half of its financial year with a message of disciplined execution in a constrained but gradually improving macro environment. Revenue rose 4% to R66.7 billion, trading profit increased 7% to R6.7 billion, and margins expanded to 10.1%, a notable outcome in a price-sensitive, competitive market. Cash generation stands out: R6.1 billion generated from operations, free cash flow up R2 billion to R3.8 billion, and a significantly improved cash conversion ratio of nearly 70%. Bidvest CEO Mpumi Madisa explains the sustainability of margin expansion, the durability of cash generation and how capital allocation decisions today shape Bidvest’s medium-term growth and return profile. Kaya FM

The escalation of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East has once again exposed the vulnerability of the global aviation system to regional conflict. Major international hubs such as Dubai International Airport and Doha’s Hamad International Airport have been forced to suspend operations, while leading global carriers including Emirates and Qatar Airways have cancelled hundreds of flights. The disruption has rippled far beyond the region, affecting global connectivity, international trade routes, and passenger confidence in air travel. How do airlines balance commercial profitability with safety and geopolitical risk? Dr Guy Leitch, Aviation analyst Kaya FM

Northern KwaZulu-Natal’s agricultural backbone is hanging in the balance as the battle over Tongaat Hulett Limited intensifies. At stake are thousands of direct jobs, tens of thousands of rural livelihoods, and the stability of one of the province’s most important agro-industrial ecosystems. The provisional liquidation application brought by the business rescue practitioners has now collided head-on with a forceful opposing affidavit from RGS according to AmaBhungane investigation, which alleges procedural abuse, material non-disclosure and what it describes as predatory conduct surrounding the acquisition and enforcement of R11.7-billion in lender claims by Vision. Rute Moyo, Vision Group Member joins KayaBiz to help us understand if saving the business is still the objective Kaya FM