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Higher bullion prices give DRDGold a boost

DRDGold has posted a 7% jump in interim headline earnings per share, as it benefited from strong gold prices during the period which offset the impact of load-shedding on most of its operations. Business Day TV discussed the company's performance with CEO Niël Pretorius.

15 Feb 2023 10AM 8 min

Budget 2023 - What to Expect

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana will deliver the National Budget Speech on 22 February 2023, which aims to strike a balance between competing spending priorities and limited resources. Business Day TV spoke to Business Day's Editor-at-large, Hilary Joffe, about her budget expectations.

15 Feb 2023 8AM 8 min

The diamond industry shines bright

The diamond market is still shining bright, with research showing that the industry will grow from $2.4 billion in 2022 to $2.5 billion this year. This is largely due to the increasing population in developing countries such as China and India. Business Day Tv caught up with a player in…

14 Feb 2023 12PM 8 min

Interest in retail bonds grows

Investors have been eyeing government backed retail bonds, saying returns are greater as they are less likely to default. Business Day Tb unpacked the pros and cons with RMB's Fixed Income & Currency Analyst, Kim Silberman.

14 Feb 2023 12PM 3 min

Looking into the cost of love

It's Valentine's Day and love might not cost a thing but, this year's comes against the backdrop of economic strains. However, the Floral industry is always in full bloom but do we have the financial means to support this year? Business Day TV stepped out to hear what you think…

14 Feb 2023 10AM 11 min

Is it too late to save South Africa's SOEs?

South Africa's state-run companies have fallen victim to operational inefficiencies, financial mismanagement and poor governance. This includes Eskom, SAPO, Prasa, Transnet and SAA. Mark Barnes, former CEO of the SA Post Office; Bheki Mfeka, former economic advisor to the Presidency and Dawie Roodt, Chief Economist at Efficient Group joined Business…

13 Feb 2023 1PM 19 min

Unpacking Section 12B tax incentive

South Africans are in for a tax break, that's as the government introduced Section 12B - which allows for a tax deduction for certain qualifying assets used for electricity generation from renewable sources. Business Day TV caught up with CEO & Co-founder of Grovest Jeff Miller for more of the…

13 Feb 2023 12PM 6 min

Italtile records a dip in profit

Italtile has had a tough six months. During the half-year period the group reported a 6% decline in headline earnings per shares as the home improvement trend continued to wane. Business Day TV spoke to the company's CFO, Brandon Wood.

13 Feb 2023 12PM 8 min

Ellies shines light on new business model for solar products

South Africans are looking for alternative energy sources as load-shedding reaches record levels and Ellies could benefit from this as it refines its product mix to meet demand. Business Day TV spoke to Business Writer for Business Day, Mudiwa Gavaza, about Ellies' plans to lure customers.

13 Feb 2023 8AM 8 min

Proteas host first Women's World Cup in Africa

All eyes are on the Proteas women's team, as the first host of The ICC Women's T20 World Cup in Africa. Business Day TV unpacked the build-up to the tournament with Stuart Hess, Sports Reporter for Sunday Times.

10 Feb 2023 9AM 5 min

President Ramaphosa prepares to deliver SONA

All eyes are on President Cyril Ramaphosa as he gears up to deliver his annual State of the Nation address. Business Day TV caught up with Development Economist at Stellenbosch Business School, Nthabiseng Moleko and she shared her expectations ahead of the address.

9 Feb 2023 11AM 8 min

Addressing the 'real State of the Nation'

President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address is set to take place as South Africans facing multiple socio-economic issues. The Financial Mail team profiled some districts and were exposed to a reality that contradicts the progress espoused by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Business Day TV spoke to Financial Mail's, Jaco…

9 Feb 2023 7AM 10 min

Copper 360 sets sights on JSE listing

Amid a listing exodus, emerging miner Copper 360 is set to join the AltX board by the end of the month. Business Day TV spoke to the company's CEO Jan Nelson, for more insight on its plans.

8 Feb 2023 11AM 6 min

The investment case for Africa's mining sector

Headwinds in the mining industry are coming to the fore with the Investing in African Mining Indaba entering its third day. Despite headwinds, mining companies like Thungela Resources remain optimistic about the industry's prospects. July Ndlovu, CEO of Thungela Resources joined Business Day TV to discuss the future of coal…

8 Feb 2023 10AM 7 min

Cabinet reshuffle delayed until after State of the Nation Address

President Cyril Ramaphosa has delayed a cabinet shakeup, reportedly due to concerns that the reshuffle might overshadow the State of The Nation Address. Business Day TV spoke to Sowetan's Politics Editor, Fikile Moya, about his expectations for SONA, as well as his views of the delayed cabinet reshuffle.

8 Feb 2023 8AM 7 min

BUSA urges Ramaphosa to pick better ministers

Business Unity South Africa (Busa) has sent a letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa, and urged the Head of State to use the upcoming cabinet reshuffle to improve the performance of a government that has been slow to deliver on promises of economic reform. BUSA CEO, Cas Coovadia joined Business Day…

7 Feb 2023 11AM 9 min

Assessing the state of South Africa's economy

All eyes are on President Cyril Ramaphosa, as he is set to deliver the State of the nation address on Thursday. Business Day TV caught up with RMB's Head of Research, Isaah Mhlanga ahead of the address for a look at the state of South Africa's economy.

7 Feb 2023 11AM 5 min

Energy transition to dominate talks at Mining Indaba

Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Gwede Mantashe's opening address at the African Mining Indaba outlined areas of immediate focus in addressing rolling blackouts but it provided scant detail on how that would be achieved. South Africa's president, Cyril Ramaphosa, delivered a keynote address to more than seven thousand delegates…

7 Feb 2023 9AM 7 min

AI industry trends

The popularity of ChatGPT has caught investors' attention, with tech firms now looking at investing in AI systems. Business Day TV caught up with Johan Steyn, a Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence advocate, and he unpacked the trends playing out in that space.

6 Feb 2023 12PM 8 min

Should the department of minerals and energy be split into two?

Peter Leon, partner and Africa chair at international law firm, Herbert Smith Freehills is calling for the uncoupling of the Department of Minerals and Energy, so that a new Minister of Energy can "fast track the changes to ensure that South Africa's energy sector can receive the urgent attention it…

6 Feb 2023 10AM 7 min