Wits Radio Academy Business Buzz

Business Buzz

Business Buzz is a weekly business show aimed at educating and enlightening young adults on financial literacy, with regular updates and interviews on business and entrepreneurship topics. The topics are tailored to resonate with young adults providing simplified answers to complex questions of the business world.

The show is presented by Mudiwa “Mobb Justice” Gavaza and produced by Glory Mabuza, Slindele Msibi and Ntando Ximba. Simbarashe “Simba” Honde is the executive producer, with Kutlwano “Gwinch” Serame as the Technical Producer.

Furthermore, Business Buzz is proudly produced under The Wits Radio Academy, for VOW FM and also syndicated to 5 other community and campus radio stations across the country. It is also podcast on www.wits.journalism.co.za/business
Weekly English South Africa Business · Business News Narrated by Glory Mabuza, Simbarashe Honde and Kutlwano Gwinch Serame
110 Episodes
80 – 100

Business Buzz - Brand New Heavy - Brand Kynoch

This episode of Business Buzz features a Brand New Heavy Interview 17-Year-Old South African Wonder-kid's Mobile Game entrepreneur Brandon Kynoch. We talk to Brandon about his journey to entrepreneurship at such an early age, work-life balance and other themes. Brandon's mother is also in studio to talk about realising her…
1 Oct 2018 48 min

Business Buzz - Stokvels

Today's Business focused on the business of stokvels and the prevalence of the money flowing through them and how they can better contribute to the economy. The buffalo index looks at how far your R100 can go towards joining or starting a stokvel, We also talk to Ntuthunko Shezi from…
21 Sep 2018 52 min

Business Buzz - Emigration

If you've ever considered moving to other another country, this week's show is all about how to do that well financially. Our Buffalo Index breaks it down to the numbers. Deanne Acres-Lanes from Canada Abroad breaks down why the country is so popular for South Africans and what it would…
14 Sep 2018 51 min

Business Buzz - Franchise business

Opening a franchise could be a business option for you. Melissa Eva at Franchising Plus explains how to get into it. Hear the franchisor perspective with Jo-Ann de Wet from McDonald's. Later we hear the incredible story of Engen franchisee Lydia Ramatisa who started as an entry level employee. In…
7 Sep 2018 52 min

Business Buzz - Brand New Heavy - Anelisa Tuswa

Anelisa Tuswa is our Brand New Heavy this month, telling us all about her journey and career. She is a business news writer, blogger, and PR &brand strategist. In our Buffalo Index we tell you how to stay informed with the latest in business using financial books, book clubs and…
31 Aug 2018 46 min

Business Buzz - Recycling

With mandatory recycling now implemented in some parts of Johannesburg, we explore the business and economical side of going green with our trash. In our Buffalo Index we separation bins and waste digesters. Then hear from consulting engineer and landfill designer Jan Palm and marketing manager at My Waste South…
24 Aug 2018 48 min

Business Buzz - Automation

This week, find out how artificial intelligence and automation are changing the future. Our Buffalo Index gives you some options of bringing AI into your home from security robots to product delivery buttons. We speak to Rob Jardine from the NeuroLeadership Institute South Africa about the benefits and threats of…
17 Aug 2018 46 min

Business Buzz - Rebranding

Brands need a makeover every now and then. If you'd want to be an expert in reputation management our #BuffaloIndex finds you're going to need R2.500 for a short course on this or over R300k for a specialized MBA. Absa head of marketing, David Wingfield, explains the process behind their…
2 Aug 2018 48 min

Business Buzz - Brand New Heavy - DJ Kenzhero

Dj Kenzhero aka Kenneth Nzama is our Brand New Heavy for the month of July. Hear about his musical journey and entrepreneurial undertaking like the recent eatery/gallery Artivist in Braamfontein. In the Buffalo Index, we find out how far R100 would get you towards being a DJ.
27 Jul 2018 48 min

Business Buzz - Health Tech

The South African Tech entrepreneurial ecosystem is thriving but is not without its own challenges. Challenges range from market entry to market access, affecting how innovations get to market. South Africa has no shortage of tech superstars, we chat to some of its sharpest thinkers that are developing ideas that…
24 Jul 2018 52 min

Business Buzz - Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding online can help get cash for your cause, business or even your wedding! In our Buffalo Index, we explore some of the rewards backers can get. Catherine Du Plooy from Back a Buddy explains how it works. Rob Heyns tells the story of one of South Africa's most successful…
13 Jul 2018 48 min

Business Buzz - Festivals

Festivals draw thousands of South Africans every year with the promise of a great experience, whether focused around oysters or art. Stu Berry, festival director at Splashy Fen, takes us into the business of the country's longest running music festival. Tony Lankester, the CEO of the National Arts Festival, explains…
9 Jul 2018 55 min

Business Buzz - Brand New Heavy - Ezlyn Barends

Our Brand New Heavy of June, Ezlyn Barends is founder of DreamGirls Academy and a whole lot more. We talk to this ambitious self-starter about her journey. Mentor Khumo Mngomezulu and mentee Sanele Langa from the program give us more insight into Ezlyn. Our Buffalo Index this week gives you…
2 Jul 2018 53 min

Business Buzz - Cannabis

This little green plant can be big business. If you had only R100 and wanted to put it towards the cannabis industry legally, you could buy some CBD oil for medical reasons or invest in company stocks in countries where weed is legal. Myrtle Clarke from The Dagga Couple discusses…
15 Jun 2018 51 min

Business Buzz - The Weddings Business and Industry

If you’re dreaming of that perfect wedding day, it’ll take more than just an ‘I do’. We look at the financial side of this industry and whether South Africans can afford elaborate celebrations. Our guests are Marylou Bawden from the Wedding Group and Precious ‘the Planner’ Tumisho Thamaga from Precious…
8 Jun 2018 48 min

Business Buzz - Credit

Recently Pick n Pay has been in the headlines with their R1bn credit facilities. We clear up the controversy and analyse retail credit with Daniel Isaacs from 36one Asset Management. Davina Myburgh from TransUnion explains how to best manage and check your personal credit score. In our Buffalo Index this…
25 May 2018 48 min

Business Buzz - Tourism

The tourism sector is an important industry in the South African economy. In our Buffalo Index, your R100 can get you something uniquely South African. Prof Melville Saayman from NWU's Tourism Research in Economic Environs and Society unit talks about the trends that influence local and international visitors. If you're…
11 May 2018 50 min

Business Buzz - Minibus Taxi Industry

The minibus taxi industry is the main mode of transport for many South Africans. In our Buffalo Index, we weigh up whether investing in a taxi or an Uber is a better choice. Co-founder of the AftaRobot app, Obakeng Morapeli Matlhoko, explains how they are trying to disrupt the taxi…
4 May 2018 55 min

Business Buzz - Brand New Heavy - Koketso Moeti

On this week’s Brand New Heavy we bring you Koketso Moeti, a founding director of amandla.mobi, a community that uses cell phones to address pressing issues. Not only is she an activist but she is one of the candidates chosen for the Obama Foundation Fellowship. She speaks about how you…
30 Apr 2018 50 min
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