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Welcome to BizNews Radio where we interview top thought leaders and business people from South Africa and across the globe.
BizNews Briefing: Cilliers Brink with latest on Tshwane, Jhb; Comrades Collective triumph; Overpriced Wall St
This episode of the BizNews Briefing, hosted by Alec Hogg, takes a closer look at the Golden Straightjacket that has forced those behind political ructions in Tshwane to toe the financial line - and the implications for Joburg’s still ‘in denial’ governors; Rory Steyn explains the board takeover by the…
Coalition chaos and financial struggles: Cilliers Brink on the future of Tshwane and SA municipalities
In an exclusive interview, Cilliers Brink, ex-mayor of Tshwane and current leader of the DA caucus in Tshwane, shares his insights on the challenges facing South Africa's municipalities. From coalition politics to financial discipline and Eskom debt settlements, Brink highlights the complex interplay of governance, political alliances, and public accountability…
Navigating November: Bacher on US valuations, SA inflation drop, and global investment opportunities
In this interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg, Corion Capital Chief Investment Officer David Bacher discusses the market dynamics of November. Bacher shares his cautious outlook on the US market, citing stretched valuations despite strong performance driven by a rising US dollar and President Trump's economic policies. He advises moving…
Monday Sports Show: Rory Steyn tackles the Investec Rugby Cup and Comrades
As the Investec Rugby Champions Cup kicks off and the Comrades Marathon turns a new chapter, Rory Steyn, a former bodyguard to Nelson Mandela, finds himself at the heart of these sporting spectacles. His expertise in security and leadership brings fresh energy to both worlds.
Oscar Chalupsky on defying cancer and breaking barriers
Join world champion and cancer warrior Oscar Chalupsky in this inspiring conversation with Bronwyn Nielsen. From winning 12 Molokai titles to rewriting his cancer prognosis with unyielding determination, Chalupsky shares life lessons, his groundbreaking approach to adversity, and the power of support. Learn how his journey shapes resilience in sport,…
BizNews Briefing - Cancer Warrior Oscar Chalupsky; Retail stocks in focus; Trump's tariff threats
This evening’s BizNews Briefing features an inspiring interview with world surf ski champion and cancer warrior Oscar Chalupsky. Diagnosed with terminal cancer five years ago, his story of resilience will lift your spirits. We also unpack retail market trends, including Boxer’s IPO and Spar’s results, with insights from Evan Walker…
DE BEER: “Ramagate” Loading… MK’s March to Power & Vodacom’s Competition Thriller
In this regular Sunday Show with BizNews, Neil de Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), delves into the “deeper plan” of former President Jacob Zuma’s MKP that have hit the campaign trail “like it is three months before elections”, and says: “…this party is undoubtedly hungry, obsessive…very…
BizNews Briefing - Argentina’s rebound; Rupert’s Remgro AGM; Boxer listing
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, capitalist activist Rob Hersov unpacks the impressive one year track record of Argentina’s president (and fellow libertarian) Javier Millei; Top money manager Chris Logan reports back from Johann Rupert’s annual public appearance at the Remgro AGM; plus the Boxer listing and today’s markets.
The Food of Emperors: From Hermanus to the Far East…
Last year, at an auction of dried abalone in Hong Kong, a Hermanus business sold abalone for between $400 and $500 US dollars per kilogram. That business is Abagold - voted the 2024 Business of the Year by the Hermanus Business Chamber. In this interview with BizNews, CEO Tim Hedges…
Reviving Remgro’s potential after 15 years of underperformance: Activist investor Chris Logan
In a candid conversation with BizNews editor Alec Hogg, Chris Logan - Owner and CIO at Opportune Investments, and seasoned activist investor - delves into the challenges and opportunities at Remgro, once a hallmark of South African investment. Logan highlights Johann Rupert's push for executive ownership, the pivot to capital-intensive…
Hersov’s bold vision: Slashing SA cabinet, embracing radical reform, and reclaiming economic freedom
In this episode of the Thursday with BizNews editor Alec Hogg and Rob Hersov, Hersov unpacks the critical issues plaguing South Africa, from government inefficiency to corporate cowardice. Advocating bold reform, he draws lessons from global role models like Argentina's Javier Milei and proposes visionary changes that could turn South…
Greek golden visa opportunities remain despite tightening on popular islands: Sable's Richard Haller
Across Europe, many governments are tightening their Golden Visa programs, which have long been a favourite for many seeking relocation or secondary residency. Despite these restrictions, Greece offers permanent residency opportunities through its Golden Visa program in exchange for property investments. However, Richard Haller from immigration specialist Sable International explained…
BizNews Briefing - Hersov on DiData Campus judgement; Cy Jacobs spots JSE winner
Two of our most popular commentators are featured tonight, capitalist activist Rob Hersov provides context on Justice Denise Fisher’s Jhb High Court judgement slamming six execs of Dimension Data (including co-founders Jeremy Ord and Doc Watson); and 36ONE’s founder and CEO Cy Jacobs shares a JSE sector that hasn’t caught…
Rob Hersov unpacks DiData judgement and the abuse of BEE
South African entrepreneur and 'capitalist activist' Rob Hersov discusses Judge Denise Fisher's judgment against former Dimension Data executives. The case reveals alleged fraud involving a rigged R1.4 billion campus sale, exploiting the BEE framework. Hersov criticises the behaviour as harmful to capitalism, foreign investment, and governance while emphasising the judgment’s…
Cy Jacobs: Navigating the investment maze in a volatile world
In an exclusive BizNews interview, 36One Asset Management co-founder Cy Jacobs unpacks his investment strategies amidst global uncertainty. From Tesla’s cult-like status to Bitcoin’s volatile allure, and the opportunities still hidden in South Africa's market, Jacobs provides a masterclass in balancing risk and opportunity.
Navigating global markets: Rashaad Tayob on inflation, China, and investment strategy for 2025
In this insightful interview, Rashaad Tayob, Portfolio Manager at Foord Asset Management, offers his outlook for 2025, highlighting key global economic trends and investment opportunities. He discusses the potential for inflation to return, driven by factors such as fiscal and monetary stimulus, supply chain disruptions, and labor market changes. Tayob…
The Lions Roar: A Minister’s “hospital pass” and the fight-back from wildlife farmers
The South African Government’s latest moves to shut down the commercial lion industry have sparked outrage. In this interview with BizNews, Richard York, the CEO of Wildlife Ranching South Africa (WRSA), slams the government's handling of the issue, and expresses concern that Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Minister Dr. Dion George…
BizNews Briefing - CEO on next decade for booming Easy Equities; RFK’s new job scares Big Pharma
In today’s BizNews Briefing, host Alec Hogg shares highlights from an in-depth look into SA’s investing democratiser Easy Equities with its CEO, Purple Group’s Charles Savage. Plus FNB’s Chantal Marx on the big retail stocks; and Trump appointee RFK Junior has the leaders of Big Pharma in a spin.
10 years of Easy Equities: Purple Group CEO Charles Savage on revolutionising retail investing in South Africa
From a bold startup to a billion-rand giant, Easy Equities celebrates a decade of democratizing investing. With over a million active clients and R60 billion in assets, Charles Savage, CEO of Purple Group, reflects on triumphs, challenges, and the vision to reshape wealth creation.
Visiting US Congressman on his “favourite” South African Elon Musk & his “rocky relationship” with Trump…
US Congressman Thomas Massie took time out to speak to BizNews during a brief visit to South Africa. He describes billionaire Elon Musk as his favourite South African. “I do believe that he changed the course of history by buying Twitter, which is now renamed X, and allowing conservatives to…