BizNews Briefing - Cronjé on how SA can win with Trump; Bitcoin booming

In a landmark act of philanthropy, “Boere Buffett” Jannie Mouton’s foundation is buying out Curro’s minority shareholders for R7.2 billion, converting the 189-school group into a non-profit. The Jannie Mouton Foundation will own Curro outright, reinvesting all profits into bursaries and new schools for underprivileged children. It’s the biggest private…

In this episode of Miningweb Weekly, Peter Major discusses the resurgence of global mining, the impact of critical minerals, and South Africa's complex investment climate. From Rio Tinto’s exit plans to potash's new strategic status, Major offers sharp insights into the forces shaping the sector - and why now might…

Amid outrage over government's delay to launch the Commission of Inquiry into the explosive allegations of Police Capture made by whistleblowing general Lucky Mkhwanazi - and fears of a cover-up in the making, BizNews speaks to Juanita du Preez of Action Society over the smoke and mirrors behind the scenes…

In today's BizNews Briefing, South African legend Jannie Mouton announces a bold shift to turn Curro into a non-profit, reshaping education’s future. A new poll puts the DA ahead of the ANC, raising questions about Ramaphosa’s presidency. Plus, Trump’s assault on the Federal Reserve sparks global alarm, and Cadillac makes…

Polling expert Gareth van Onselen unpacks the DA’s surge in South Africa’s key metros, saying the ANC’s steep urban decline could put standalone DA governments within reach. From Tshwane to Johannesburg and beyond, Van Onselen explains why local elections favor opposition parties, the ANC’s coalition struggles, and what big shifts…