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BN Briefing: Oil rallies past $100 as Hormuz tension persists; PA MP defends Normandien Farms
In tonight's episode: Patriotic Alliance MP Juliet Basson describes a "hostile" oversight visit to Normandien Farms, where she found no evidence of illegal operations. Global markets react as oil prices jump above $100 due to ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and escalating Middle East tensions. Plus, a heavy…
BN Daybreak - Mon 9 March: Oil Surges past $100; ANC under fire as US targets allies; SA factory chaos
Crude oil prices have jumped above $100 as the US and Israel intensify military operations in Iran, effectively halting traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. While President Trump touts military successes, he faces a growing "philosophical break" with a MAGA base wary of new "forever wars". Oracle and OpenAI have…
The NdB Sunday Show — (Ret.)Col Chris Wyatt: How Trump is taking the ANC's allies off the chess board...
In the latest NdB Sunday Show with Chris Steyn, US intelligence analyst, retired Colonel Chris Wyatt describes how the African National Congress' “friends are disappearing”. He says US President Donald Trump is “playing 3D Chess while everyone else is playing Checkers. Trump has a long-term strategy here… the rogue states…
Patriotic Alliance MP speaks out on chaotic Normandien Farms oversight visit
Patriotic Alliance MP Juliet Basson explains what really happened during the controversial parliamentary oversight visit to Normandien Farms in Newcastle. She describes a chaotic and hostile scene, distancing herself from aggressive actions taken by others on the committee. Basson says she supported the farm, questioned the shutdown over dust masks,…
BN Daybreak Fri 6 Mar: SA braces for R8/Litre petrol shock amid Iran Conflict; Plus Trump vs. Tehran Succession
South Africans are facing an impending and massive R8-a-litre fuel price shock when prices are adjusted next month. This spike is a direct consequence of the prolonged war in Iran, which has driven the Rand cost of oil up by 40%, jumping from R954 to R1,328 a barrel. The higher…
BN Briefing: Viljoen on SA asset resilience; Major on Iran's minerals market impact; Goldman Sachs CEO
Tonight’s BizNews Briefing opens with Piet Viljoen’s case for South African assets, despite what he calls political irrationality, arguing that resilient business people, strategic minerals and geography still matter. We then move to a market update led by Firstrand’s strong interim numbers, Implats’ mixed reaction, Treasury losing budget-office DDG Edgar…
Director's Cut: Piet Viljoen — War, Bitcoin and why SA stocks may be the world’s best bargain.
With war talk rattling markets, investor Piet Viljoen explains why forecasts are pointless and diversification is everything. From Bitcoin as a modern “hard asset” to why South African shares remain deeply undervalued, Viljoen shares how he prepares portfolios for chaos rather than predictions.
The Editor's Desk - Thu 5 March 2026: Debunking myths and navigating the fog of war
In today’s Editor's Desk, Alec Hogg highlights a new investigation by James Myburgh that deconstructs the historical "myth" regarding the ANC’s relationship with the Iranian regime. This is followed by a deep-dive discussion from the Financial Times featuring Gideon Rachman and Emile Hokayem, who examine the escalating "battle of endurance"…
Dr Edward Mienie - Trump’s war plans, the Epstein Files, and the ANC’s Motsepe Card…
In his latest interview with Chris Steyn, former South African diplomat to both the NP and ANC governments, Dr Eddie Mienie, now the Executive Director of Strategic & Security Studies at the University of North Georgia (UNG) in Atlanta, gives his analysis on the war in the Middle East; US…
BN Daybreak Thurs 5 Mar - Tech stocks, Bitcoin rally; Shocking Action Society crime survey; China’s new economic roadmap
Welcome to BizNews Daybreak with Alec Hogg—your essential morning update for Thursday, 5 March 2026. In today's episode, we bring you the sharp, actionable news you need to stay ahead of the curve. Wall Street experienced a major rebound last night, driven largely by tech giants such as Palantir, Tesla,…
BN Briefing: MTN's Iran "complicity" - Dr Abedian; Normandien Farms CEO on parly "raid"; Trump and the Strait of Hormuz
As the world grows more uncertain, clarity matters more than ever. BNC#8 brings together some of the smartest and most experienced minds to help you cut through the noise and navigate the turbulence with greater confidence. Tickets are selling out fast, with only 40 left. Don’t waste time, book your…
War, oil, and mining: How Middle East instability is redrawing the commodity map
In this episode of Mining Weekly, investment master Peter Major joins Alec Hogg to dissect a volatile resources landscape. Major argues that while geopolitical strikes rattle markets, gold’s strength stems from central bank demand rather than just conflict. He offers a "stock picker’s" perspective on the PGM recovery, copper’s overvaluation,…
Juanita du Preez: SA’s criminal justice system scores 4 out 100
Action Society’ first Criminal Justice Trust Indicator shows that public confidence in justice has collapsed to 4 out 100. In this interview with Chris Steyn, Action Society's National Spokesperson, Juanita Du Preez says the score of four out of 100 should be such a wake up call for the whole…
Director's Cut: Normandien Farms CEO Hoatson weighs in on parliamentary raid debacle
As the world grows more uncertain, clarity matters more than ever. BNC#8 brings together some of the smartest and most experienced minds to help you cut through the noise and navigate the turbulence with greater confidence. Tickets are selling out fast, with only 40 left. Don’t waste time, book your…
BN Daybreak Wed 4 Mar: Trump’s Iran strike rocks Rand; fallout grows from shocking armed business/farm invasion in KZN
It has been a wild 24 hours for the markets. In today’s BizNews Daybreak, host Alec Hogg breaks down the Rand's sudden plunge from R16.08 to 16.73 against the dollar and its partial recovery following Donald Trump's strike on Iran. We cover the geopolitical fallout, including Trump's pledge to escort…
BN Briefing: Middle East conflict rattles markets; SA banking and retail giants post strong growth
In tonights BizNews Briefing: The war in Iran triggers a "flight to safety" and a looming R3.25 petrol price hike. Meanwhile South Africa's corporate giants remain surprisingly steadfast. Nedbank, Shoprite, and Discovery all reported robust earnings, with Discovery Bank notably swinging into profitability ahead of schedule. Plus, the construction sector…
Col. Sarit Zehavi: China & Russia won't "sacrifice themselves for the ayatollahs"
Fears of a global war is one of the questions addressed by Col Sarit Zehavi, the founder of the Alma Centre, in this interview with Chris Steyn. "I don't see neither China nor Russia sacrificing themselves for the ayatollahs of Iran... And...I don't think that they will go against the…
Cy Jacobs - Israel-Iran war, market volatility, oil inflation risks, and SA’s investment resilience
Cy Jacobs, co - founder of 36ONE, shares insights on the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, its potential duration, and global market impacts. He explains rising oil prices, inflation risks, and how investors can protect portfolios through cautious equity selection, hedge funds, and rand-hedged assets. Jacobs also highlights South Africa’s resilient market,…
The Editor's Desk: Tue 3 March 2026 - Parliamentary overreach in my home town and Iran’s chaos strategy
In today’s Editor's Desk episode, Alec Hogg explores a heavy-handed "mob-style" raid on Newcastle’s biggest remaining employer, where parliamentarians and armed police ignored biosecurity protocols in a fruitless search for illegal workers. We also dive into an exclusive Financial Times report revealing Iran’s long-term plan to weaponise global oil markets…
Parliamentary “raid” on Newcastle employer sparks outrage over abuse of power and investor fears
Tensions flare in Newcastle as business leaders condemn an alleged politically driven “inspection” at a major employer. Parliamentarians, police, and officials reportedly stormed the premises of a prominent mineral water producer, sparking claims of intimidation and abuse of power. With thousands of jobs at stake, the incident raises urgent questions…