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Taking Care of Business on RISE fm

Wandile Mazibuko hosts Mpumalanga's very own business show, focusing on the international trends, and the local impact.

17h00-17h30, Mon to Thurs
Occasionally English South Africa Business News
168 Episodes
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Vodacom Business SME Technology Day in Partnership with SACCI in Mpumalanga

Vodacom Business in partnership with the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) held the SME Technology Day in Mbombela on Tuesday, 23 September 2025. This event was aimed at showcasing the latest technologies and tools designed to empower SMEs in today’s digital-first world. We caught up with Vodacom…
23 Sep 11 min

PAAQ App Connects Knowledge Seekers to Experts in Realtime

Today being a Thursday, we shift our focus to the entrepreneurship and this afternoon we chat to Olusegun Adeleke, he is the founder of PAAQ application. The PAAQ App is a platform for booking one-on-one video calls with verified experts for advice and personalized knowledge. Users can seek guidance on…
18 Sep 7 min

One Year of Two-Pot Retirement - What the Withdrawals Mean for Retirement

One year on - South Africa's two-pot retirement system has proven to be one of the most significant financial reforms of a generation. With approximately R60 billion withdrawn, the initial experiment offers a powerful case study, providing valuable insights into member behavior and the challenges that lie ahead. Nashalin Portrag…
11 Sep 7 min

NAFCOC Mpumalanga Announces Two Strategic Partnerships To Boost Local Economy

NAFCOC Mpumalanga has recently announced two strategic partnerships, which include the acquisition of a 20% stake of two Engen Fuel stations and the signing of an MOU which will make it easier for its members to acquire and open Barcelos franchises across the province. These partnerships are aimed at driving…
10 Sep 11 min

How Do We Break The Barriers To Entry In The Real Estate Industry?

Real Estate in South Africa remains a complex industry to enter, particularly for young people and previously marginalised groups. With multiple barriers guarding entry, it’s an industry in urgent need of transformation to unlock inclusive opportunities. We are joined by Leon Breytenbach, Head of Special Projects at Property Point, to…
9 Sep 12 min

The Kasi Business Workshop Returns to Kanyamazane

The Township Entrepreneurs Agency (TEA) is once again bringing bold ideas and real opportunities to Kanyamazane. Following the success of three Kasi Business Workshops in eMalahleni and eMbalenhle, TEA is returning to Kanyamazane for the second time, making this edition it’s fourth debut in Mpumalanga. On 13 September 2025, Kanyamazane…
8 Sep 13 min

Business Confidence Slips - Signalling Dissatisfaction With Business Conditions

Business Confidence has slipped in the third quarter of 2025. That’s according to Momentum Investments latest Business Pulse which unpacks the economic climate and business sentiment across key industries such as agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and mining. We speak to Sanisha Packirisamy, Chief Economist with Momentum Investments for an in-depth look…
4 Sep 8 min

Tax Experts Sound Alarm Over SARS Auto-Assessments

With over 5.8 million South Africans auto-assessed by SARS in July alone, tax experts are warning that many taxpayers may have unknowingly accepted incomplete or incorrect tax returns, potentially putting themselves at risk of penalties, refund reversals, or future audits. We speak to Daniel Swiegers, Director of TaxTim on how…
2 Sep 9 min

Africa’s Automotive Growth Offers South Africa New Trade Opportunities

South Africa’s automotive sector is navigating a shifting global trade environment marked by rising competitive pressures, including the 30% US tariff on South African imports. These developments threaten export competitiveness and highlight the sector’s vulnerability to market concentration. Luthando Vuba, Executive Head of International Trade at Standard Bank Group says…
1 Sep 9 min

Are We Measuring Economic Performance Correctly? The Case of GDP vs Well-Being

Economic performance has traditionally been measured using Gross Domestic Product (GDP), a metric that quantifies the total value of goods and services produced within a country over a specific period. While GDP has served as a cornerstone of economic growth and output analysis for decades, growing criticism suggests that it…
27 Aug 10 min

What Businesses Need to Know About the Fair Pay Bill

South Africa has long recognised the principle of “equal pay for work of equal value” through the Employment Equity Act. The introduction of the Fair Pay Bill in June 2025, alongside recent amendments to the Companies Act, marks a pivotal moment in reshaping corporate culture. Focused on fairness, transparency and…
26 Aug 8 min

Oupa Pilane On Minister De Lille’s decision to dissolve SA Tourism Board

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille took a decision to dissolve the board of South African Tourism – the same board she appointed. A key reason given for dissolving the board was an unauthorised meeting without a duly appointed chair supposedly held on 1 August 2025. This has attracted backlash from…
25 Aug 17 min

MEC Jesta Sidell Unpacks The Outcomes of The Meeting with MTPA & KLCBT

The Economic Development & Tourism MEC Jesta Sidell, convened a meeting with the Kruger Lowveld Tourism and the Mpumalanga Tourism & Parks Agency (MTPA) on Monday, 11 August 2025 to strengthen relations and address some of the challenges facing tourism sector in the lowveld. This was following a number of…
14 Aug 13 min

More than 34 000 Local Jobs Could Be Lost to Platforms like Shein and Temu

A new study into the Retail-Clothing, Textile, Footwear and Leather (R-CTFL) industry has found that more than 34 000 local jobs could be displaced by 2030 if offshore e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu continue to grow their market share in South Africa. The report reveals that in 2024 alone,…
11 Aug 10 min

YAEI and Absa launch the 2025 Youth Entrepreneurship Programme in Mpumalanga

Young African Entrepreneurs Institute together with Absa, are rolling-out the revitalized Youth Entrepreneurship Programme (YEP) for 2025 – aimed at unlocking the potential of young entrepreneurs and shaping the future of entrepreneurship in South Africa. The programme is designed to bridge the gap between young entrepreneurs and the opportunities they…
6 Aug 16 min

Lower Borrowing Costs Open Doors for Homebuyers

The latest home loans data released by ooba Home Loans points to improvements across all major indicators, set against the backdrop of a lower interest rate environment. The group says that the oobarometer highlights an upturn in home loan activity, primarily driven by improved affordability and the reduced cost of…
5 Aug 8 min

Manufacturing Slowdown: Why Supporting Local Should Be a National Imperative

With the 30% US tariff increase, South Africa’s already fragile manufacturing sector faces a potential crisis, threatening export access, thousands of jobs, and long-term industrial stability. While recent domestic demand has shown flickers of recovery, export volumes are currently at their lowest this year, and many manufacturers now risk being…
4 Aug 12 min

Mazibuko and The Minister talk Tourism, and G20

🎧 RISE Rewind: Minister Ramokgopa on G20 Tourism Planning Episode Title: Steering the South African G20 Agenda: Insights from Minister Ramokgopa Episode Description: Join host Wandile Mazibuko for a compelling sit-down with Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, Maropene Ramokgopa, recorded after her opening remarks at the…
29 Jul 12 min
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