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The Editor's Desk - Wed 14 Jan 2026: The truth advantage - AI, elections, and the Iran shock that could hit SA exports
AI is changing politics: exposing stolen elections, empowering voters, and puncturing propaganda. From Uganda to Iran, the cracks are widening — and South Africa’s Iran ties may soon carry a price.
Prof Theo Venter - 2026: Trump, the ANC, the GNU, AfriForum and Solidarity…
In his latest interview with Chris Steyn, Political and Policy Specialist, Professor Theo Venter, urges South Africa to “get off the hobby horse of following the ANC foreign policy…because we are swimming stream up…we’ve got a difficulty reading the room temperature globally, where we fit in.” He says recent world…
BN Daybreak Wed 14 Jan: SA’s Trade Double-Header; Chaos in Iran; Renergen founders strike gold
It is a morning of relief and reward for South Africa. Alec Hogg breaks down two major regulatory victories that will ease the cost of doing business: the US House has officially passed the AGOA extension bill, and the EU has removed South Africa from its high-risk "grey list" jurisdictions…
Boardroom Talk: Davos 2026 - The Trump Show, but also a BRICS Ghost Town
In this episode of Boardroom Talk, Alec Hogg dissects the guest list for the 56th World Economic Forum in Davos—and finds a gathering that looks less like a global village and more like a victory lap for the new Western order. The “Trump” Factor: How the return of Donald Trump,…
BN Briefing: FMD hits SA farms, US Tariffs on Iran trade partners, and the Gold bubble scare
In tonights BizNews Briefing, consultant farmer Emma Niland details the "catastrophic" Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak ravaging South African livestock, comparing the devastation to a war zone and criticizing the government’s restricted vaccine response. Former US Ambassador William Roebuck weighs in on President Trump’s 25% tariff squeeze on Iran and…
The Editor's Desk - Tues 13 Jan 2026: Playing with fire - Iran, MTN, and a 25% US tariff threat
Trump’s Iran tariff threat puts SA trade at risk; add MTN’s Iran exposure and a global tax grab, and the warning lights are flashing. In today’s Editor's Desk, Alec Hogg unpacks the Iran powder keg, MTN’s exposure, BRICS blind spots, and why “taxing the rich” often backfires.
Why Washington now sees South Africa as an enemy, not a partner - Joshua Meservey
Joshua Meservey explains why South Africa is now seen as a willing accomplice to US adversaries and why consequences may finally be coming.
BizNews Daybreak Tues 13 Jan: Trump’s fresh 25% Tariff Shock for Iran's pals: The “Brutal Math” Facing SA’s Economy
In this morning's edition of BizNews Daybreak, Alec Hogg breaks down the market-moving news that Donald Trump has drawn a "line in the sand": an immediate 25% tariff on any country trading with Iran. While South Africa trades "peanuts" with Tehran, the local economy ships billions in vehicles and minerals…
Director’s Cut: Foot-and-Mouth crisis - Why SA’s livestock industry is on the brink
South Africa faces its worst livestock crisis since 1897. Farmers, vets and economists warn that government paralysis on foot-and-mouth disease could devastate food security, rural livelihoods and consumer prices.
The Editor's Desk - Mon 12 Jan 2026: Southern Africa’s political tremors, and a rules-based world under strain
Alec Hogg connects the dots from Mozambique’s unrest to Angola’s UNITA surge — and what it signals for liberation parties, SA’s 2026 vote, and a tougher global order.
BizNews Daybreak Mon 12 Jan: Is SA Govt “Burning” Farmers? Powell under investigation and Heystek on market melt-up
Alec Hogg unpacks a developing crisis in South Africa's agricultural sector, where farmers describe the uncontrolled spread of Foot-and-mouth disease as a "state-enabled disaster." With the outbreak being called the worst hit to livestock since the Rinderpest of 1897, we hear from experts on the ground who say current government…
Jabulani Khumalo - Threats, a R14-m ransom & the battle for MKP….
In his latest interview with Chris Steyn, the real founder of MKP, Jabulani Khumalo, reveals threats to the actual directors of the “hijacked” party over a picket to distance themselves from the human trafficking of 19 men to Russia. “…our spokesperson… got a call…a threatening call…And also, the people on…
The NdB Sunday Show - Roland Tatnall: Oil reality check for Trump & SA’s fuel price future
In this first NdB Sunday Show of 2026, Chris Steyn hosts Energy Expert Roland Tatnall for an in-depth analysis of the strategic objectives of US President Donald Trump’s invasion of Venezuela and his oil grab there. Tatnall warns that “some of the ambitions” in the address given by Trump and…
Magnus Heystek: Why SA’s middle class is quietly being crushed
South Africans are being told everything is fine. Magnus Heystek says it’s a dangerous illusion. In a wide-ranging conversation with Alec Hogg, the veteran investment strategist warns that falling GDP per capita, rising taxes, weak property returns and flawed retirement structures are steadily hollowing out the middle class. From Regulation…
From Ermelo to the world Stage: Tennis super coach John‑Laffnie de Jager keeps raising the game
Former ATP doubles star John‑Laffnie de Jager, who turned a birth injury that damaged a nerve in his leg into what he calls his “greatest gift,” recently guided Team World to victory in the inaugural World Tennis Continental Cup in Shenzhen, China. In an interview with BizNews, the South African…
The Editor's Desk - Fri 9 Jan 2026: Musk’s Starlink battle, the Michael Burry interview, and a $260bn Mining merger
In today’s Editor's Desk, Alec Hogg explores the controversy surrounding Elon Musk’s Starlink being "banned" in South Africa and the rare insights of "The Big Short" legend Michael Burry. We also dive into a scathing Economist critique of Donald Trump’s recent moves in Venezuela and the massive potential merger between…
BizNews Daybreak Fri 9 Jan: Rio-Glencore Mega-Merger; Burry's market warning; Shapiro on Fixing SA
In this edition of BizNews Daybreak for Friday, 9 January 2026, Alec Hogg breaks down the market-moving stories you need to win the day. A massive deal is back on the table as Rio Tinto and Glencore revisit a potential mega-merger. We also feature insights from "The Big Short" legend…
South Africa’s business titans are gone – and David Shapiro explains why
From Brian Joffe to Raymond Ackerman, South Africa once produced business giants who shaped the economy. David Shapiro argues they have been replaced by spreadsheet managers, over-regulation and compliance paralysis, and explains what that loss means for growth, risk-taking and the country’s future.
Francois Rodgers - The battle for KZN amid “sinister power grab”…
Tomorrow, The National Freedom Party (NFP) plans to formally announce its withdrawal from the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government of Unity. In his reaction, the Democratic Alliance’s (DA’s) leader in the province, Francois Rodgers, tells Chris Steyn: “…if the NFP are all about service delivery…and building a province, why would they take…
Members only: Starring the market's two top Michaels - Lewis and Burry
In this exclusive members-only episode, legendary author Michael Lewis sits down for a rare, long-form interview with the man who inspired The Big Short: hedge fund manager Michael Burry. Known for his deep aversion to the media, Burry breaks his silence to mark the 15th anniversary of the financial crisis…