Since 1995, Radio Khwezi, which means the morning star in isiZulu, has been the daily companion of individuals and families, most of whom are from rural communities in the Natal midlands and north coast areas.Radio Khwezi works together with the communities it serves, to develop, produce and broadcast quality programmes that aim to educate and uplift the listeners. It draws on the rich talent in their community for various programmes including the rich voices of local choirs and gospel artists.
95% of the programmes are in isiZulu
From the heart of Gauteng wherever you may be, Kaya 959 connects with our loyal listeners through a range of digital and on-air platforms. At the core of their listening experience is a variety of familiar songs that they love including soul and R&B, kwaito, jazz, chart-toppers and old school jams. We offer a diverse and soulful mix of adult contemporary music to smoother sounds like R&B, World Music and Soul and Jazz.
KAYA 959 is a rich mix of music, news, sport and topic-driven features. The core Kaya listener is Afropolitan: a mature, sophisticated, socially conscious individual rooted in heritage.
The Afropolitan is a progressive thought-leader who is self-determining, discerning, well-informed and a player in the global environment.