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BizNews Briefing: Neil Emerick - South Africa rises in freedom index: Economic freedom and growth amid global challenges
In an insightful interview, Neil Emerick from the Free Market Foundation discusses South Africa's rise in the Freedom Index, moving from 85th to 81st place. He emphasizes the importance of economic freedom for growth and quality of life, comparing South Africa's ranking with its BRICS counterparts. Emerick also addresses the…
Col. Chris Wyatt: Musk & Trump, AGOA & the GNU & those elite sex scandals…
In this wide-ranging preview of the US Presidential Elections, the former Director of African Studies at the US Army War College, retired Colonel Chris Wyatt dissects the latest polls; speaks about South African-born billionaire Elon Musk’s backing for former President Donald Trump; the implications for South Africa and AGOA should…
BizNews Briefing: Piet le Roux - Sakeliga pushes back on BEE regulations in trade deals
Piet le Roux, CEO of Sakeliga, is pressing Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen to withdraw Agri-BEE regulations affecting agricultural imports and exports. Leroux argues that applying BEE criteria in trade agreements penalises non-BEE farmers and violates international agreements, urging clarity from the government on its stance.
BizNews Briefing featuring David Shapiro; Piet Le Roux; Neil Emerick and more.
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing host Alec Hogg has three live studio guests - and a host of inserts from other knowledgeable observers. Subjects covered in this hour of power range from Tesla, Elon Musk's politics and finan cial African oil and gas projects through to A GNU…
De Beer: How politicians are being protected by the “lie of the greater good”
In this episode of the Sunday Show, United Independent Movement (UIM) President Neil De Beer, slams the way “the greater good” seems to be the reason certain politicians are not suspended or fired or arrested or tried or jailed. He delves into the cases of President Cyril Ramaphosa, Vice President…
Montegray Capital CEO Michael Jordaan: Disrupting banking and investing in energy
Michael Jordaan is Chief Executive Officer of Montegray Capital Pty Ltd. and one of South Africa’s true thought leaders. In this Biznews interview he shares his view on the state of the world. From the US election to the GNU and the South African economy. He also gives updates on…
BizNews Briefing - FT on how world sees SA; Arcelor Mittal's CEO; Cornelius Zeeman; Big Tech stocks
This episode of the BizNews Briefing features a focus by the Financial Times on SA where political developments have turned positive; whipsawing of US Big Tech stocks - and studio guests Cornelius Zeeman (Fairtee) and Kobus Verster (Arcelor Mittal). The Briefing is hosted by BizNews editor Alec Hogg.
Frans Cronje Pt. 1: ANC gains ground in GNU after 100 days, DA also sees support increase
In a recent interview on BizNews Radio, Dr. Frans Cronje, chairman of the Social Research Foundation, provided insights into the public's perception of the Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa, approximately 100 days after its formation. He reported a significant uptick in support for the ANC, which has…
NewsWrap from BizNews - Frans Cronje; controversial $75m SA Rugby deal; BHI Ponzi; Gayton McKenzie and more...
In this episode of NewsWrap, Frans Cronje provides insights into the ANC, GNU and Gauteng; Warren Wheatley unpacks a controversial $75 million private equity deal involving the Springboks; BizNews reporter Asime Nyide gives the latest on the BHI Ponzi scheme; Cedric Soule, the Global Legal Counsel for Turkcell, gives an…
$4 billion legal battle between Turkcell & MTN over “bribes” to Iran
A Supreme Court of Appeal judgment is expected soon in the appeal of a Gauteng High Court decision that South Africans alleged to have bribed foreign government officials are immune from prosecution in South Africa. That court decision is part of an ongoing case between Turkcell and MTN in connection…
Springboks Sale Controversy: Altvest CEO Proposes Local Ownership
In a time when the sale of the Springboks to foreign investors has sparked outrage, Altvest’s Warren Wheatley suggests a bold alternative—democratizing ownership of South Africa's beloved rugby team. Through private equity for citizens, players, and fans, Wheatley envisions a deal that could preserve national pride while allowing local participation…
Frans Cronje Pt. 2 - South Africa's strategic shift: Aligning with East or West?
In a detailed interview, Frans Cronje of the Social Research Foundation discussed South Africa's shifting geopolitical alignment. With global powers vying for influence, public opinion leans towards Russia and China, though the West still dominates economic impact. Cronje warned of the dangers of misjudging the nation's strategic importance. Cronje spoke…
BizNews Briefing - Piet Viljoen; Walter Aylett; Kamala Harris; ASML; Karoooo; Quilter
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing host Alec Hogg welcomes studio guests Piet Viljoen and Walter Aylett for their insights into the latest business news.
NewsWrap from BizNews - Banxso; Mchunu; Swanepoel; Kooyman; Karooooo
In this episode of NewsWrap dramatic developments as authorities freeze the business operations of Banxso, sponsors of DDP and Bafana Bafana; Ian Cameron’s successor rates the new Police Minister; Bernard Swanepoel on mining’s bromance with Gwede; Kokkie Kooyman’s good news on companies investing in SA; and Nasdaq investors warm to…
Mark Satchel: How Quilter's tech overhaul is fueling UK wealth management success
In this interview, Mark Satchel, CFO of Quilter, dives into the transformative role that technology is playing in shaping the future of wealth management in the UK. As Quilter embarks on a significant tech overhaul, Satchel discusses how these advancements are streamlining client experiences, improving operational efficiency, and driving growth…
Thumbs up for Mchunu, Thumbs down for Simelane
After over 100 days in the job, South Africa’s Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been praised for “really taking on the senior management of the police” instead of attending funerals and saying “outrageous things” like his very unpopular predecessor Bheki Cele. His good report card comes from civil rights organisation…
Karooooo CEO Zak Calisto on NASDAQ success and future growth potential
In an insightful interview, Karooooo CEO Zak Calisto discussed the advantages of being listed on the NASDAQ, the company’s innovative logistics strategy, and its focus on enhancing e-commerce capabilities. He highlighted the role of artificial intelligence in operations and emphasised the importance of attracting the right talent for sustained growth…
BizNews Briefing - Mining, Banking, SA's comeback and ASML with Swanepoel, Kooyman
In today’s BizNews Briefing, industry heavyweights Bernard Swanepoel and Kokkie Kooyman share their insights on the key sectors driving South Africa’s economic recovery. The discussion covers positive developments in mining, the evolving banking landscape, and the opportunities presented by and cement makers. They also explore the role of public-private partnerships…
Farmers aren’t among Steenhuisen knockers - he’s “doing the business”
A rather different picture of under-fire agriculture minister John Steenhuisen emerges in this interview with Grain SA chairman Derek Mathews. Steenhuisen has attracted considerable media criticism surrounding appointment in his new department, including from the BizNews tribe’s favourite columnist, RW Johnson. But Mathews, a four-decade, fourth-generation farmer from Lichtenberg, says…
NewsWrap - Farmers and Steenhuisen; Gautrain drain; Property rising; SA’s brighter economy; Johnson on corruption.
In this episode of Newswrap from BizNews, organised agriculture backs new minister John Steenhuisen; AA’s stirs up resistance to Lusufi’s R120bn Gautrain expansion; Magnus Heystek likes local property - even in Gauteng; Fedgroup upbeat on SA economic rebound; Nobel prize-winning economist Simon Johnson on the impact of the US election;…