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Alec Hogg assesses BNC#8: Clem Sunter's penny has finally dropped
Download and read the BNC#8 post-conference PDF here: https://bit.ly/4eB6uCi In a candid address to the Hermanus Rotary Club, BizNews editor Alec Hogg reflects on the key takeaways from BizNews Conference 8, unpacking South Africa’s economic stagnation, governance failures, and the growing realisation that “Pretoria will not provide.” Drawing on insights…
Jock of the Bushveld returns: AI brings a South African classic back to life
Jock of the Bushveld, the classic story of how the runt of the litter became the trusted, gutsy companion of Sir Percy FitzPatrick during South Africa’s goldmining era, is one of the country’s most enduring stories. The book once outsold the Bible locally and was adapted into a feature film…
“Exactly the wrong policy”: DA's Burke says taxpayers will pay more under ANC procurement rules
DA finance spokesperson Mark Burke slams the ANC’s procurement reforms as costly, restrictive and ripe for corruption. He warns taxpayers will pay more for fewer services as competition shrinks and politically connected elites benefit. With legal challenges looming and public frustration rising, the battle over state spending could shape South…
BN Daybreak - Fri 24 Apr 2026: Oil rises; SARB Governor on SA inflation; Intel/Tesla gains; Sasol; Teledyne
In today's BizNews Daybreak: Global energy markets are on edge as Iranian minelaying in the Strait of Hormuz and a fragile Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extension drive crude oil prices above $105. While the South African Reserve Bank warns of fuel and food inflation, Sasol’s stock has tripled by securing domestic supply…
Boardroom Talk: Tesla’s big AI leap, Sasol’s oil surge and Teledyne’s quiet dominance
In this Boardroom Talk, BizNews editor Alec Hogg unpacks Tesla’s shift into AI and robotics, Sasol’s resilience amid oil shocks, and Teledyne’s disciplined growth — highlighting how each plays a role in a rational, diversified portfolio.
BN Daybreak - Thu 23 Apr 2026: SA public service reforms; Hormuz tensions flare; Tesla; Capitec; Chubb; Remgro
In today's BizNews Daybreak, we examine South Africa’s legislative shift toward a merit-based public service to combat state capture and political patronage. Globally, we cover Tesla’s massive $25 billion AI investment and the escalating naval conflict between the US and Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. Finally, we analyse Capitec’s…
Boardroom Talk: A rational investor’s look at BizNews Portfolio holdings Capitec, Remgro and Chubb
In this Boardroom Talk, BizNews editor Alec Hogg takes a second-level look at three heavyweight shares in the BizNews Ricardo portfolios — Capitec, Chubb and Remgro. He unpacks Capitec’s strong growth and rising credit risk, Chubb’s underwriting discipline, and Remgro’s FirstRand exit as a capital-allocation play, highlighting what each says…
BN Daybreak - Wed 22 Apr 2026: Navigating market lions; US-Iran peace paradox; Anthropic’s AI security breach
In today's BizNews Daybreak episode, President Trump indefinitely extends the US-Iran ceasefire at Pakistan's request while maintaining a naval blockade. We cover the security breach of Anthropic’s "Mythos" AI model and Kevin Warsh’s pledge of independence during his Federal Reserve confirmation hearing. Plus, an investing masterclass with Sean Peche explores…
Why smart investors don’t graze where the lions wait: market masterclass from Sean Peche
BizNews editor Alec Hogg sits down with Ranmore Fund Management founder and chief investment officer Sean Peche for an investing masterclass on navigating volatile markets. Using a vivid analogy about buck grazing where the lions lurk, Peche explains why investors should avoid the herd, focus on value, and stay disciplined…
Ian Bremmer on Iran talks: Who wins from the conflict in the Middle East?
Eurasia Group President and Founder Ian Bremmer joined Bloomberg Open Interest to break down the fragile reality behind the US-Iran talks. He warns that a peace deal may be more political theater than real progress. Bremmer talks about how higher gas prices could impact the midterm elections.
BN Daybreak - 21 Apr 2026: Apple’s new CEO; Trump’s Iran ultimatum; Amazon’s AI expansion; Deepfake scam
In today's BizNews Daybreak episode, Apple names John Ternus as CEO while Tim Cook moves to Executive Chairman. Political tensions rise as President Trump threatens to end the Iran ceasefire, impacting crude oil prices and global markets. Meanwhile, Jeff Bezos secures billions for "Project Prometheus" and Amazon ramps up its…
Boardroom Talk: AI-powered scam invents Alec Hogg showdown with Cyril Ramaphosa on Carte Blanche
In this Boardroom Talk, BizNews Editor Alec Hogg exposes a sophisticated online scam using AI-generated images, fake SABC branding and a fabricated “Carte Blanche” showdown with President Cyril Ramaphosa to lure victims into handing over personal details and money. He explains how the con works, why it is so dangerous,…
BN Daybreak - Mon 20 April 2026: US-Iran ship seizure, BEE policy under fire, and SA’s housing backlog solutions
In today's BizNews Daybreak, tensions reach a breaking point as the US Navy seizes an Iranian vessel, threatening a fragile ceasefire set to expire Tuesday. While global markets remain resilient with the S&P 500 hitting record highs, the UAE is seeking a financial backstop to prevent economic contagion. Plus, Solidarity’s…
KZN architect walks from DBN to CTN to fund AI fix for SA’s 2.5 million housing backlog
South Africa’s housing backlog exceeds 2.5 million units, with more than 4,000 informal settlements straining municipalities for serviced land. KwaMashu-born architect Wandile Mthiyane, who grew up in a mud-brick shack, is developing Ubuntu Home – an AI platform designed to provide people with land, services and AI tools so they…
DA’s double-duty man: New anti-corruption plan that could transform South Africa’s government
South Africa doesn't hear enough from politicians who do the unglamorous work of fixing the state. Jan de Villiers is one of them. The DA MP and chair of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration just drove through a landmark law that tightens the firewall between party politics…
Elon Musk vs BEE: The explosive debate that could change South Africa forever
From Elon Musk’s Pretoria beginnings to global dominance, this conversation dives into power, policy, and South Africa’s economic crossroads. Solidarity’s Dirk Hermann unpacks the growing backlash against BEE, arguing it stifles jobs, fuels elite enrichment, and deters investment. With pressure mounting from markets, citizens, and international players, is reform inevitable?…
Prediction markets make the world a casino — Inside the boom and the backlash: Bloomberg Originals
This Bloomberg Originals documentary explores the explosive rise of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket — and the legal, ethical and political backlash that’s followed. As these platforms go mainstream, questions are growing over insider trading, sports betting, and whether turning almost any real-world event into a wager comes at…
BN Daybreak - Fri 17 Apr 2026: Iran's strategy; Mining syndicates; China shock warning; Netflix tumbles
In today's BizNews Daybreak, we dive into President Trump’s announcement of a ten-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, alongside hints of a potential deal with Iran during upcoming talks in Pakistan. We analyze the grim reality of illegal mining, where heavily armed syndicates are causing massive environmental damage and poisoning…
South Africa’s wildlife heartland under siege from illegal mining syndicates
Heavily armed illegal mining syndicates are no longer just a problem for abandoned shafts and remote communities. In this interview, De Wet du Toit of the Blyde River Task Force tells BizNews how zama-zama operations linked to foreign criminal networks are threatening South Africa’s water systems, tourism economy and wildlife…
The FT's Rachman Review: Iran war — What does Tehran want and will it get it?
The Financial Times' Gideon Rachman discusses possible negotiated solutions to the Iran war with Suzanne Maloney of the Brookings Institution. What do Tehran's leaders want and how long can they hold out for a winning settlement that will ease the country’s economic pain? What are the stakes for Trump and…