Business Day Spotlight

New app could change the face of taxi fleet ownership in SA

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the use of technology in the taxi industry. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Mbavhalelo Mabogo, Founder and CEO of Quickloc8, a startup, specialising in technology for the taxi industry. The discussion focuses on Quickloc8’s business model; the…

19 Jul 2021 47 min

What will is take for SA's businesses to recover?

Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Shawn Theunissen, president of the Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI). The discussion focuses on the work of JCCI; the impact of unrest in Gauteng and KZN on SA’s economy; the importance of Johannesburg as an economic hub; stories of businesses that…

16 Jul 2021 37 min

Discovery Insure uses technology to standout

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about how one of SA’s fastest growing insurance companies is using technology to stand out and achieve growth. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Anton Ossip, chief executive officer of Discovery Insure, to shed light on their business. The…

14 Jul 2021 43 min

How to handle cyber attacks on small businesses in SA

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the impact of cyber attacks on small businesses. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Neil Hare-Brown, CEO of STORM Guidance, a cybersecurity specialist firm. The discussion focuses on the rise in cyber attacks and in turn the growth…

12 Jul 2021 31 min

Progress made in implementing Cell C’s new network strategy

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the progress made in implementing Cell C’s new network strategy. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Schalk Visser, chief technology officer at Cell C, together with Simo Mkhize, the mobile operator’s chief commercial officer. The discussion focuses on…

9 Jul 2021 39 min

State is doing its best with vaccine rollout despite problems, Ipasa says

Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Bada Pharasi, chief operations officer at The Innovative Pharmaceutical Association of SA (IPASA). The discussion focuses on the structure and operations of IPASA; the companies and organisations that make up IPASA; the effects of Covid-19 on the pharmaceutical industry; thoughts around SA’s vaccine…

7 Jul 2021 31 min

‘Radio isn't dead’ — Primedia Broadcasting

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the state of SA’s radio industry with one of the country’s most prominent broadcasters. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Trish Taylor, chief broadcasting officer at Primedia Broadcasting, operators of Radio 702, 947, Cape Talk and Kfm. The…

5 Jul 2021 35 min

Investment opportunities offered by JSE listed small to medium sized companies

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the investment opportunities offered by small to medium sized companies on the JSE. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Vanessa van Vuuren, a portfolio manager and equity analyst at Sanlam Investments. The discussion focuses on the potential of…

2 Jul 2021 32 min

Operate a black, youth based IT firm in SA

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about what it means to operate a black information technology (IT) firm in SA. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Lethabo Mokone, CEO of Makwa IT. The discussion focuses on the founding on Makwa IT; what it means to…

30 Jun 2021 36 min

How sale of EOH’s Sybrin to 1K1V will help it lower debt

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about EOH’s recent sale of its Sybrin group of businesses, for R410m. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Marius Mare, Sybrin Group CEO and Hendrik Jordaan, CEO of One Thousand & One Voices Management (1K1V), to discuss the issues…

23 Jun 2021 27 min

Unpacking the African economy: A story of growth or decline?

n this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the outlook of business leaders in Africa about the economy. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Lullu Krugel, chief economist for PwC SA, to discuss the issues. The discussion focuses on GDP figures released earlier this week; President…

11 Jun 2021 35 min

Educate yourself before jumping into online trading in SA

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the use and growth of online investment trading platforms in SA. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Dany Mawas, regional director at Infinox, an online trading platform. The discussion focuses on the current online trading landscape in SA;…

9 Jun 2021 33 min

Sanlam develops new loyalty rewards around e-learning amid Covid-19 schooling crisis

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the impact of online learning on loyalty programs in SA. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Nathea Nicolay, Head of product at Sanlam Reality, the insurer’s loyalty program. The discussion focuses on Sanlam’s investment in online education as…

7 Jun 2021 32 min

Unpacking SA's unemployment figures: "We have lost productive capacity."

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the state of employment in SA. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sifiso Skenjana, chief economist of IQ Business to discuss the issues. The discussion focuses on the latest unemployment figures released this week; factors that have contributed…

4 Jun 2021 28 min

Health tech services show growth and innovation amid Covid-19 pandemic

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the development of health technology services in SA. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sheraan Amod, founder and CEO at RecoMed, a healthcare booking platform. The discussion focuses on RecoMed’s business model; the development of health technology platforms…

2 Jun 2021 37 min

Visa reveals data on the growth of digital payments in SA

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the growth of digital payments in SA. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Aldo Laubscher for country manager for SA at Visa. The discussion focuses on Visa’s role as a technology company and its relationship with the financial…

31 May 2021 35 min

Tracking the recovery of the bond market

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the growth of the bond market over the pandemic period. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Victor Mphaphuli, the head of Stanlib’s fixed income division. The discussion focuses on the role of Stanlib’s fixed income unit; how the…

28 May 2021 36 min

The encouraging growth of the African tech startup industry

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about growth of the African tech startup industry. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Iyinoluwa Aboyeji, founder and general partner at Future Africa, together with Okendo Lewis-Gayle, founder and chair of the Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance (HEA). The discussion focuses…

26 May 2021 39 min

Operate a business successfully in the digital economy

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about what it takes to run and operate a business successfully in the digital economy. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by William Mzimba, Chief Officer of Vodacom Business. The discussion focuses on the activities of Vodacom Business and its…

24 May 2021 40 min

Powerships may be a viable solution to SA's energy crisis

In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we talk about the use of mobile power station as possible solution for SA’s current energy crisis. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Peter Bird, a Managing Director at Berkeley Research Group (BRG)’s Singapore office. The discussion touches on SA’s emergency…

21 May 2021 30 min