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BNC#7: Moeletsi Mbeki - Reject nationalism, scrap "parasitic" BEE, cut bloated public service in half to rescue SA
At the seventh BizNews Conference (BNC#7) in Hermanus, political scientist Moeletsi Mbeki delivered a searing critique of South Africa’s century-long nationalist rule, blaming Afrikaner and African nationalism for the country’s economic and social woes. He argued that policies like Black Economic Empowerment, rooted in entitlement and corruption, have deepened the…
Corruption-busting lawyers watch their lives implode as they head to the dock
In this interview with BizNews, two top lawyers - who cracked open the Corruption Mafia at Fort Hare University - but are in the dock themselves on Monday, describe the implosion of their careers and their lives over the past year. Sarah Burger of Horizon Forensics says: “We do believe…
Anthea Jeffery: EED must replace BEE. Vouchers will transform SA via new deal for truly needy
The IRR’s Head of Policy, Anthea Jeffery, puts the final nail into the BEE coffin, sharing research into how more than 80% of Black South Africans are sick of the ANC’s elite enrichment programme and would support a voucher-based alternative like the one successfully applied in India and elsewhere. She…
BN Briefing: EED beats BEE; More abuse for Fort Hare duo; Bitcoin breakthrough; SA’s US Ambassador
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing we dig into the potential R24bn implication for SA of latest Trump Tariffs; hear from the IRR’s Dr Anthea Jeffery how a voucher-based system (EED) which works elsewhere, including in India, is preferred by 81% of Black South Africans over the ANC’s destructive…
BNC#7: Magnus Heystek – Building Brenthurst Wealth; offshore investing; and financial media bias
At the seventh BizNews Conference (BNC#7), Brenthurst Wealth Founder Magnus Heystek delivered a compelling keynote highlighting how the ANC’s economic policies unintentionally enabled South Africans to grow their wealth offshore. Heystek traced the shift from a booming local market to the stark underperformance of the JSE, explaining why offshore investing…
(RET.) COL. CHRIS WYATT Ambassadorial Chess as the Groot Trek to America loads…
In his latest interview with BizNews, US intelligence analyst retired Colonel Chris Wyatt comments on US President Donald Trump’s pick of his former “big opponent” Brent Bozell III as Ambassador to South Africa. “…around in 2016, he called him (Trump) the greatest charlatan of them all, a huckster and shameless…
BNC#7: Cancer warrior Oscar Chalupsky – "Seize every day": Lessons on resilience, mindset, and living with purpose
At BNC#7 in Hermanus, legendary waterman Oscar Chalupsky captivated the audience with his remarkable journey—one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless determination. The 12-time World Surfski Champion shared how he defied the odds, battling an incurable cancer diagnosis with the same mindset that propelled him to sporting greatness. With humour and…
BN Briefing: Trump picks MAGA activist for Pretoria; RWJ on ANC's continued decline; Prince Mashele warns GNU
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, political heavyweight Tony Leon on news of White House’s surprise pick as its new Ambassador to Pretoria; RW Johnson unpacks why the ANC’s long slide won’t end until its policies align with what voters want; Prince Mashele explains why GNU members must vasbyt…
Tony Leon: New US Ambassador to SA “a flamethrower from Trump’s MAGA world”
The White House dropped a surprise last night in naming US conservative heavyweight Leo Brent Bozell, rather than frontrunner Joel Pollak, as its choice to become the ambassador to South Africa. Bozell is an anti-mainstream media activist, best known for founding (in 1987) and running the Media Research Centre, whose…
BNC#7: Stafford Masie - Bitcoin, AI, and the birth of a New World Order
At BNC#7 in Hermanus, tech entrepreneur and Bitcoin maximalist Stafford Masie delivered a groundbreaking keynote, arguing that Bitcoin and AI are not just complementary but symbiotic forces driving a tectonic shift in global economics. He detailed how AI’s need for trust and transaction enablement makes Bitcoin indispensable while highlighting Bitcoin…
BNC#7: Prince Mashele - Coalition politics here to stay in SA, but the fate of the GNU rests on Cyril's ANC successor
At BNC#7 in Hermanus, political scientist and author Prince Mashele delivered a riveting keynote on South Africa’s unfolding political transformation. With sharp analysis and candid observations, he outlined the country’s realignment as the ANC exits centre stage, the turbulence of coalition politics, and the rise of non-state actors. Mashele offered…
BN Briefing: GNU tension on Rasool replacement; WCape breakthrough for MK; Air disaster; Elon Musk
In today’s BizNews Briefing, Alec Hogg dives into the DA addressing the need for a new US ambassador amid simmering GNU friction, Jacob Zuma’s MK party delivering a shock defeat to the ANC in a Saldanha Bay by-election, and a devastating air show tragedy. Plus, the latest updates on Elon…
BNC#7 Faan & Dirk vd Walt: From backyard startup to Billion-Rand empire - The WeBuyCars story
At the seventh BizNews Conference BNC#7, WeBuyCars CEO Faan van der Walt shared the remarkable journey of how he and his brother Dirk turned a small backyard car-trading venture into a multi-billion-rand powerhouse. With no business plan and plenty of hard lessons, they navigated the challenges of scaling, digitalization, and…
BNC#7: RW Johnson - A rational perspective on the GNU, its critics and its future
At the seventh BizNews Conference BNC#7 in Hermanus, renowned political scientist and prolific BizNews contributor RW Johnson delivered a thought-provoking keynote on South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU). He dissected the deep divide between ANC activists and the party’s broader voter base, revealing surprising polling data that shows public…
Sakeliga's Russell Lamberti dissects SA's trade challenges and political turmoil in the GNU
Sakeliga Executive Director and Chief Economist Russell Lamberti discusses South Africa's trade challenges, particularly with the US and China. He highlights the potential risks of increased US tariffs and emphasises that China cannot fully replace the US as a key trading partner. Lamberti also addresses the political landscape, expressing concerns…
BN Briefing – Ramaphosa: China key to SA trade; Citi: SA should exit AGOA rather than be expelled
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, Citi economist Gina Schoeman suggests South Africa should exit AGOA preemptively, minimizing economic impact but warning of risks to the automotive sector. Russell Lamberti emphasizes broad diplomatic ties. WeBuyCars’ CEO reflects on the company’s JSE success, while fund manager Sean Peche shares concerns…
Neil de Beer on Mbalula, Morero, Mashatile, MK’s first Western Cape win, the Battle for the Budget - and the general’s d
In his latest Sunday Show with BizNews, Neil de Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement, begs billionaire Elon Musk to put African National Congress (ANC) SG Fikile Mbalula in rocket and send him to another planet because “everything he says is absolutely nonsensical”. He predicts a hard fall…
Superbru CEO Andy Wood on how he turned a game between digsmates into a global sports prediction phenomenon
Superbru founder and CEO Andy Wood joins the BizNews Rugby Show to share the fascinating origin story of the sports prediction platform that has taken South Africa by storm. What started as a friendly Super 12 prediction game in a shared house in London evolved into a global community of…
BNC#7: Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi - Corporate resilience; oil and gas opportunities; BEE; energy transition; and more
At BNC#7 in Hermanus, Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi delivered a keynote speech that underscored the company’s deep-rooted history, corporate resilience, and strategic vision for the future. Baloyi highlighted Sasol’s role in South Africa’s economic landscape, its commitment to innovation, and the pragmatic approach required for a sustainable energy transition. Emphasising…
South Africa bets on its pristine night skies to propel world-first Astro tourism strategy – Dr Shamilla Chettiar
Half of the world's population cannot enjoy the night sky due to light pollution. Fortunately, South Africa has a significant geographic advantage, allowing us to experience our stunning night skies. The country aims to leverage this with its substantial investment in the Square Kilometre Array (SKA), a multi-billion-dollar initiative to…