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Urgent “federal push” needed to save SA - David Ansara
Regardless of the outcome of the 29 May 2024 Election, a “federal push is going to be more and more urgent”. So says David Ansara, the CEO of the Free Market Foundation (FMF) . Speaking to BizNews after the launch of the FMF’s campaign for Home Rule, he points out…
BNC#6: Piet Viljoen Q&A – Property, market trends, economic forecasting and more
In his Q&A session at BNC#6 in Hermanus, renowned investor Piet Viljoen shared insights on his nuanced approach to property investment during an engaging discussion with Bronwyn Nielsen. Viljoen emphasised the importance of strategic capital allocation, patience, and emotional control in navigating market cycles. Touching on various topics including ESG…
BNC#6: Gerrie Fourie Q&A - What sets Capitec apart, lessons in leadership and embracing optimism
In his Q&A session at the BNC#6 conference in Hermanus, Capitec CEO Gerrie Fourie shared insights on optimism, innovation, and South Africa's future, emphasising the importance of mindset, education, and seizing opportunities. He discussed challenges in reducing cash transactions, expanding business banking, and leveraging AI for growth. Reflecting on Capitec's…
Gayton McKenzie olive branch to DA - Let’s take hands, focus on unseating ANC
Following a weekend marked by harsh criticism from Naspers-owned media outlets and disparaging comments from the DA’s leader, Patriotic Alliance president Gayton McKenzie is advocating for harmony among opposition parties. The influential political figure points to the irony of this discord between opposition political parties whose prime objective should be…
BNC#6: Ian Cameron Q&A – Why he's entering politics, community activism, SA crime and more
In his Q&A session at the BNC#6 conference in Hermanus, crime fighter and DA MP candidate Ian Cameron reflected on his years fighting violent crime, particularly in South Africa's troubled areas. He emphasised the need for community mobilisation within legal frameworks to combat crime effectively. Cameron anticipated a shift from…
BNC#6: Cy Jacobs Q&A - Why he's bullish on China, global markets to watch
Cy Jacobs, co-founder of 360NE, offered a deep dive into investment strategies and market insights during the Q&A session at the BNC#6 Conference in Hermanus. Discussing various topics, Jacobs shared his perspectives on companies like Tencent, Yourplay, Prosus, and Naspers in relation to the Chinese market. He also delved into…
SA water crisis: “A massive avalanche” ANC govt can’t stem…
The water crisis in South Africa is “like a massive avalanche that is coming down the mountain”. So says John Endres of the Centre for Risk Analysis. And he warns: “…I do not think that the government at the moment has a way to stem the avalanche”. Endres thinks that…
Stellenbosch PhD student, Steve Chingwaru discovers potential 460 tonnes of gold in Witwatersrand mine dumps
It is known that there is invisible gold, which consists of minuscule particles locked inside other minerals in the mine dumps found all over the Johannesburg and Witwatersrand area. What makes Chingwaru’s research noteworthy is that, as a Master’s degree student whose research was upgraded to a PhD, he is…
ANC slumps to 37% in SRF poll, Cronje outlines what may lie after May 29
Polling results released today by the Social Research Foundation show a continued slide in support for SA’s ruling political party. SRF chairman Dr Frans Cronje says the poll’s conclusions on the impact of Jacob Zuma’s MKP are consistent with what has been reported in other recent polls. The newcomer’s current…
BNC#6: McKenzie Q&A – Ambitions for WC premier, Knysna crisis, PA expectations and more
In a Q&A session at BNC#6 in Hermanus, PA President Gayton McKenzie asserted his leadership ambitions and vision for South Africa in a dynamic exchange. McKenzie emphasised his ambitions to be premier in the Western Cape, highlighting the region's diverse demographics and his commitment to breaking traditional voting patterns. Amid…
R9-billion nuclear reactor for SA…
A landmark agreement has been signed for a R9 billion innovative nuclear reactor in South Africa. In this conversation with BizNews, the partners to that agreement Stephen Edkins and Warren La Fleur of Koya Capital and Dr. Kelvin Kemm of Stratek Global, share the details and provide a timeline. The…
BNC#6: Hersov Q&A – Gayton McKenzie, coalition governments, SA investment climate and more
In a dynamic dialogue with entrepreneur and [retired] political activist Rob Hersov at BNC#6 in Hermanus, the BizNews favourite delved into the intricacies of South Africa's political landscape and the impending 29 May elections. Hersov emphasised the potential formation of coalitions, foreseeing a delicate balance between the ANC, DA, and…
Judges in MK Party/Zuma case against IEC, ‘took the soft option’ – Prof Theo Venter
Judges in MK Party/Zuma case against IEC, ‘took the soft option’ – Prof Theo Venter Former President Jacob Zuma can contest the election as one of the candidates for the uMkhonto weSizwe Party. It follows after the Electoral Court dismissed the Independent Electoral’s (IEC) objection to Zuma’s inclusion because he…
BNC#6: Maimane Q&A – Returning to parliament, inspiration from Macron, his vision for SA's future and more
Mmusi Maimane, the leader of Build One South Africa (BOSA), discussed his political inspiration and strategy at the BizNews Conference BNC#6 in Hermanus. Drawing parallels with Macron's centrist approach, Maimane emphasised pragmatic solutions over ideological divides. He highlighted BOSA's focus on citizen empowerment, transparency in candidate selection, and grassroots engagement…
Pioneering Hub for Gender-Based Violence Care and Training launched in Stellenbosch - Adv Bonnie Currie-Gamwo.
South Africa grapples with a crisis of gender-based violence, recording some of the world’s highest rates of violence against women and girls. To address the urgent need of sexual assault victims in the Cape, Professor Wolfgang Schöneberg and Dr Edwin Herzog spearheaded a collaboration with a group of stakeholders including…
BNC#6: Frans Cronje Q&A - Embracing SA's inevitable coalition future
During his Q&A session at BNC#6 in Hermanus, Frans Cronje discussed the shifting landscape of South African politics, emphasising the inevitability of coalition governance. He highlighted the decline of ANC dominance, suggesting a future where no single party holds executive control. Cronje underscored the importance of private actors navigating this…
BNC#6 RW Johnson Q&A - Explosive political insights: ANC's future hangs in the balance
Political scientist RW Johnson shook up the BNC#6 conference in Hermanus with his explosive insights on the ANC's uncertain future. Revealing unprecedented polling data, Johnson highlighted the meteoric rise of MK and its potential to disrupt the political landscape, leaving the ANC scrambling for coalition partners. From KwaZulu-Natal's seismic shifts…
BNC#6: Mashaba Q&A – What to expect at the polls, ActionSA policy, merit-based governance and more
In the question and answer session after his keynote address at BNC#6 in Hermanus, Herman Mashaba, president of ActionSA, defied pollster predictions, highlighting his party's growth and anti-corruption stance. He championed tough measures against crime and emphasised merit-based governance. Mashaba's entrepreneurial background informs his pragmatic approach to politics, focusing on…
BNC#6 Jan Oberholzer - In-depth Eskom insights from the former COO
Former Eskom COO Jan Oberholzer delved into the intricacies of Eskom's challenges and potential solutions during a dynamic Q&A session at the BNC#6 conference in Hermanus. From regional energy strategies to financial hurdles and personal reflections on leadership, Oberholzer's insights shed light on the complex landscape of South Africa's energy…
Bad blood between CR, Julius & Zuma should keep RET bloc out of power-share…
A lot of bad blood” between President Cyril Ramaphosa on the one hand and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) Julius Malema and Floyd Shivambo as well as MK leader Jacob Zuma is likely to prevent a coalition between the Radical Economic Transformation (RET) parties and the ruling African National Congress (ANC)…