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Retail powerhouses face unprecedented competition as South African market shifts
Retail analyst Evan Walker discussed with BizNews host Alec Hogg the challenges facing South African retailer Pick n Pay, Shoprite's market dominance, and the success of Clicks' loyalty program. He also highlighted competition from Chinese e-commerce platforms like Shein and potential impacts of Amazon's arrival in the local market.
From riverbeds to remedy: South African innovators use mushrooms to filter contaminated water
In recent years, there have been numerous reports about the degradation of river systems in South Africa, largely linked to municipalities’ inability to effectively treat wastewater, which has far-reaching implications for human and environmental health. These challenges are the driving force behind the research by Professor Patricks Voua Otomo and…
BizNews Briefing: Retailing; Mining; Cape property; Russia ups war ante
Deep insights in this episode of the BizNews Briefing as top retail analyst Evan Walker of 36ONE explains what impact the annual financial results will have on the super-charged share price of Clicks and the sector generally in the context of the Takealot v Amazon v Temu; and mining guru…
Wilgenhof: Agreement reached after litigation
The Association for the Advancement of Wilgenhof Residents (AWIR) and Stellenbosch University (‘SU’) have settled litigation concerning the SU Council’s decision to close the Wilgenhof residence in 2025. As part of the agreement, in the first semester, the 2025 Wilgenhof students, together with new first year students who will be…
NewsWrap: Hersov slams SARU; Breytenbach: Simelane must go; Tesla results; and Putin's message to the West
In today’s BizNews NewsWrap, we cover the most talked-about stories. Rob Hersov shares his unfiltered views on the controversial Springbok private equity deal. Advocate Glynis Breytenbach calls for Justice Minister Tembi Simelane's resignation amid VBS Mutual Bank scrutiny. We dive into Tesla's impressive earnings report, with Bloomberg and Seth Goldstein…
Glynnis Breytenbach slams justice minister Simelane’s VBS scandal
In a hard-hitting interview with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, DA spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development, Glynnis Breytenbach, exposes the questionable financial dealings of Justice Minister Thembi Simelane during her time as Polokwane mayor. Breytenbach highlights a conflict of interest involving a shady loan connected to the VBS Mutual Bank…
Rob Hersov: North Korea, Russia and the Springbok rugby deal crisis
In a revealing interview, Rob Hersov discusses the alarming involvement of North Korean troops in the Ukraine conflict and its potential to galvanize Western support for Ukraine. He critiques the recent Springbok rugby partnership deal with Ackerley Sports Group, calling it poorly constructed and highlighting the incompetence within the South…
BRICS’ Russia Summit message to the West: “We are here. You have to listen.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin - who is hosting the latest BRICS Summit - has managed to demonstrate to the world that he is not isolated at all - and that - together with China - he leads the Global South. So says Russian historian, Professor Irina Filatova. In this interview…
North Korean troops to join Russia in Ukraine war: FT, Bloomberg and Rob Hersov unpack
In a startling development, reports suggest that North Korean soldiers are being deployed to aid Russia in its war against Ukraine. Satellite images from South Korea reveal troops being prepped in Russia's Far East, raising concerns about global conflict escalation. This alliance signals a broader internationalization of the war, as…
Results Wrap: Tesla; EOH; Famous Brands - navigating recovery and growth amid market shifts
Major companies like EOH, Tesla, and Famous Brands are all facing unique challenges and opportunities. EOH is restructuring after corruption scandals, Tesla is seeing soaring demand and cost reductions, while Famous Brands recovers post-COVID. Strategic pivots and market resilience are key themes driving these corporate stories forward.
BizNews Briefing: Hersov on Springbok deal; EOH; Famous Brands; Glynnis Breytenbach; Jailed SA engineers
In this episode of BizNews Briefing where host Alec Hogg gets context from those who know on big SA stories of the moment including the incompetent SARU sale of the Springboks; Dodging Justice Minister Thembi Simelane; SA Parliament getting involved in Equitorial Guinea’s jailing of two SA engineers on trumped…
NewsWrap: Cilliers on China, Russia; WeBuyCars; Kokkie Kooyman on Sasfin; and Zelt Marais on SA Rugby
In this episode of NewsWrap, Jakkie Cilliers, Chairman of the Institute of Security Studies and globally renowned futurist, says South Africa needs to stop being played by its BRICS counterparts, Russia and China; WeBuyCars co-founder and Chief Executive Faan van der Walt discusses the company's financial results for 2024 and…
Faan van der Walt on Webuycars' 21% growth, R40M listing costs, and future ambitions
In a recent interview on BizNews, Alec Hogg spoke with Faan van der Walt, CEO and co-founder of Webuycars, about the company’s impressive growth, challenges of going public, and its future outlook. Webuycars, now listed on the JSE, has experienced strong top-line growth of over 20%, though it faced a…
SA must put own interests first, stop being ‘played’ by Russia, China - Cilliers
A massive, multi-year research project by the Institute for Security Studies reached a jarring conclusion - South Africa’s economic stagnation directly results from ideology trumping pragmatism. ISS chairman Jakkie Cilliers, a globally celebrated futurist, says SA’s leaders know exactly what to do to put the nation onto the path to…
Zelt Marais calls for transparency in SA rugby amid financial mismanagement allegations
Zelt Marais, president of Western Province Rugby, has raised concerns about financial mismanagement in South African rugby. In an interview, he criticized SARU’s undervalued equity deal and lack of transparency, while calling for government intervention to protect community clubs and ensure the sport’s sustainable future.
Sasfin's downfall: Kokkie Kooyman on fraud and banking governance
In an enlightening conversation, Kokkie Kooyman of Denker Capital shares insights into the troubled saga of Sasfin, a bank with a storied history. From its early days of pioneering leasing to its recent struggles with fraud and rising non-performing loans, Kooyman highlights the systemic issues that have plagued the institution…
BizNews Briefing - Today’s focus includes WeBuyCars, SA Rugby, Sasfin and BRICS
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, host Alec Hogg is joined in the studio by WeBuyCars founder and CEO Faan vd Walt; former WP Rugby President Zelt Marais; and Denker Capital’s Kokkie Kooyman.
Merryn on Money spotlights Saffer money manager Sean Peche - the value investor beating the odds
In this engaging interview, Ranmore Fund Manager Sean Peche shares candid insights with Bloomberg's Merryn Somerset Webb, challenging the traditional investment narrative. Peche discusses his approach to evaluating stocks without meeting management, the pitfalls of chasing tech stories like Nvidia, and why he believes in relying on hard numbers over…
NewsWrap: Putin's BRICS Summit hopes, SA market optimism, Naspers, Anglo American, Sasol and UN veto power debate
In today's BizNews NewsWrap, we bring you the latest highlights, from Russia’s BRICS summit to the resurgence of South Africa’s banking sector. Tune in for expert insights from Peter Armitage on SA market optimism, Steven Hurwitz on Naspers’ unusual 100 day trading update, and mining maven Peter Major on Anglo…
Peter Major: Anglo American poised for future growth amidst market challenges
Speaking to Alec Hogg on this morning's BizNews Briefing podcast, Peter Major, a prominent mining analyst, shared insights into the future prospects of Anglo American amidst ongoing market challenges. He discussed the company’s strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and diversify its portfolio in response to fluctuating commodity prices and…