BizNews Briefing: Maimane, De Beer; Piet Viljoen; Taxi Mafia; Hizbollah; York Timber; Renergen

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This episode of the BizNews Briefing provides an update on the two big news stories of the moment; the political manoeuvring in Tshwane, and the assassinations of Hizbollah leadership by Israel. We hear from Mmusi Maimane, Neil de Beer and Piet Viljoen on the implications of the collapse of the Tshwane coalition; and from the FT on what’s next for Hizbollah. Plus Johann Ferreira of InterCape, whose resistance to SA’s Taxi Mafia has generated global headlines; and Viljoen’s insights into York Timber and Renergen, which reported today.

30 Sep 10AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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