Bizskoops - 27 November 2025

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On the show today …
# South Africa may soon introduce new tax on online gambling
# Government is moving ahead with a new Butterfly Strategy to diversify trade
The economist Waldo Krugell talks about the economics of Black Friday
# In international business news… Canada’s Prime Minister is in no hurry to resume stalled trade talks with the United States
# In investment-news… We take a look at global economic shifts and geopolitics driving the volatility of precious metals
And, we are joined by the co-founder of the company Jenzy, Bongani Malaba.
Bongani spoke during an interview at the 2025 International Commodity Summit, which took place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre last week.
27 Nov 2025 English South Africa Business News · Business

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