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Welcome to BizNews Radio where we interview top thought leaders and business people from South Africa and across the globe.

  1. Mining Sector Analysis: Peter Major talks growth, challenges, and market trends

    6 HRS AGO

    Mining Sector Analysis: Peter Major talks growth, challenges, and market trends

    Mining expert Peter Major discussed South Africa’s mining sector challenges and strengths, including Afrimat’s growth trajectory, Anglo American’s stability, and Kumba Iron Ore’s strategy for maximizing value despite infrastructure constraints. He also highlighted global economic impacts on commodities and the need for sustainable, well-managed mining operations amid geopolitical uncertainties.

    14 min
  2. Retail powerhouses face unprecedented competition as South African market shifts

    7 HRS AGO

    Retail powerhouses face unprecedented competition as South African market shifts

    Retail analyst Evan Walker discussed with BizNews host Alec Hogg the challenges facing South African retailer Pick n Pay, Shoprite's market dominance, and the success of Clicks' loyalty program. He also highlighted competition from Chinese e-commerce platforms like Shein and potential impacts of Amazon's arrival in the local market.

    19 min
  3. From riverbeds to remedy: South African innovators use mushrooms to filter contaminated water

    9 HRS AGO

    From riverbeds to remedy: South African innovators use mushrooms to filter contaminated water

    In recent years, there have been numerous reports about the degradation of river systems in South Africa, largely linked to municipalities’ inability to effectively treat wastewater, which has far-reaching implications for human and environmental health. These challenges are the driving force behind the research by Professor Patricks Voua Otomo and Sanele Mnkhandla from the University of the Free State’s research into utilising mushrooms and microfiltration techniques to enhance the quality of contaminated water. In an interview with BizNews, Mnkandla said that they had found they could remove up to 94% of iron and 31% of insecticides from contaminated water with common edible mushrooms. Mnkandla says a TED Talk inspired her to investigate the use of mushrooms to purify contaminated water. The next step would involve designing a pilot plant, and if successful, UFS could collaborate with municipal engineers to scale it further. This method could also be used to purify water farmers use to clean equipment, which often contains pesticides and harmful chemicals, for irrigation systems in farming and for filtering rainwater running off roofs for washing.

    13 min
  4. BizNews Briefing: Retailing; Mining; Cape property; Russia ups war ante

    10 HRS AGO

    BizNews Briefing: Retailing; Mining; Cape property; Russia ups war ante

    Deep insights in this episode of the BizNews Briefing as top retail analyst Evan Walker of 36ONE explains what impact the annual financial results will have on the super-charged share price of Clicks and the sector generally in the context of the Takealot v Amazon v Temu; and mining guru Peter Major assesses the latest news from Afrimat; Anglo American; Anglo Platinum and Kumba. Also in this show, Western Cape focused property stock Spear’s CEO Quintin Rossi; Wilgenhof; implications of North Korean troops in the Ukraine front line; and chances of success for Putin-punted BRICS currency.

    1h 2m
  5. Wilgenhof: Agreement reached after litigation

    1 DAY AGO

    Wilgenhof: Agreement reached after litigation

    The Association for the Advancement of Wilgenhof Residents (AWIR) and Stellenbosch University (‘SU’) have settled litigation concerning the SU Council’s decision to close the Wilgenhof residence in 2025. As part of the agreement, in the first semester, the 2025 Wilgenhof students, together with new first year students who will be allocated to the residence, will be entitled to all move to a new residence together and to retain the current House Committee during which time SU will conduct as much of the necessary renovations as possible. The students will be entitled to return in the second semester even if some of the upgrades still need to be completed. However, the Wilgenhof Alumni has not been able to come to an agreement with SU on its separate application to the High Court to review and set aside the June 2024 report and recommendations by an investigative panel, as well as the decision by the SU Rectorate to accept the panel’s conclusion that Wilgenhof was “irremediable” and should be closed. In this interview Jaco Rabie of the Wilgenhof Alumni Association takes BizNews viewers through the whole saga.

    9 min
  6. NewsWrap: Hersov slams SARU; Breytenbach: Simelane must go; Tesla results; and Putin's message to the West

    1 DAY AGO

    NewsWrap: Hersov slams SARU; Breytenbach: Simelane must go; Tesla results; and Putin's message to the West

    In today’s BizNews NewsWrap, we cover the most talked-about stories. Rob Hersov shares his unfiltered views on the controversial Springbok private equity deal. Advocate Glynis Breytenbach calls for Justice Minister Tembi Simelane's resignation amid VBS Mutual Bank scrutiny. We dive into Tesla's impressive earnings report, with Bloomberg and Seth Goldstein of Morningstar. Finally, Russian historian Irina Filatova unpacks BRICS' geopolitical shift and its message to the West. Tune in for the latest updates and expert insights!

    18 min
  7. Glynnis Breytenbach slams justice minister Simelane’s VBS scandal

    1 DAY AGO

    Glynnis Breytenbach slams justice minister Simelane’s VBS scandal

    In a hard-hitting interview with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, DA spokesperson on Justice and Constitutional Development, Glynnis Breytenbach, exposes the questionable financial dealings of Justice Minister Thembi Simelane during her time as Polokwane mayor. Breytenbach highlights a conflict of interest involving a shady loan connected to the VBS Mutual Bank scandal, where Simelane allegedly benefited from a half-million-rand "loan" while municipal funds were directed into the failing bank. With Simelane now leading the justice ministry and under investigation by the Hawks, Breytenbach argues that her position undermines the integrity of South Africa’s fragile criminal justice system. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here.

    11 min
  8. Rob Hersov: North Korea, Russia and the Springbok rugby deal crisis

    1 DAY AGO

    Rob Hersov: North Korea, Russia and the Springbok rugby deal crisis

    In a revealing interview, Rob Hersov discusses the alarming involvement of North Korean troops in the Ukraine conflict and its potential to galvanize Western support for Ukraine. He critiques the recent Springbok rugby partnership deal with Ackerley Sports Group, calling it poorly constructed and highlighting the incompetence within the South African Rugby Union. Hersov advocates for a transparent process and better partners to elevate the Springbok brand and address its financial needs.

    16 min
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Welcome to BizNews Radio where we interview top thought leaders and business people from South Africa and across the globe.

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  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    150
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