Moneyweb@Midday

Moneyweb@Midday is back, with veteran journalist Jeremy Maggs the new host of the podcast. Launching on 8 May 2023, Moneyweb brings you a fast-paced live daily news show, covering a wide range of topics, from business and economics to breaking news in politics, tech, sport and more. The show features exclusive interviews with captains of industry, CEOs, political leaders and prominent newsmakers, offering unique insights and in-depth analyses. Tune in on weekdays via the Moneyweb website and mobile app between 12h00 and 12h30.

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[TOP STORY] 24 cases linked to mall ‘dating scam’ syndicate

‘We can call it a romance scam. They were busy pretending to love and like these women, whereas they knew they would just kidnap and rob them,’ says SAPS spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe.

2 Jun 9AM 7 min

Remote work posing huge cybersecurity risks

SAPS warns about a new syndicate targeting women in shopping malls. Why government needs to intervene urgently to stop millions going hungry. And pothole patrol makes a dent.

2 Jun 6AM 31 min

[TOP STORY] Malatsi: Satellite empowerment proposal not a rollback on transformation

‘I am disappointed only at the attempts to paint this move as a departure from the country's transformation objectives, because it speaks directly to that,’ says Communications Minister, Solly Malatsi.

30 May 9AM 9 min

Global crypto payment acceptance surges past Visa, Mastercard

A look at the pros and cons should Elon Musk’s Starlink enter the South African market. And are empowerment policies standing in the way of our global competitiveness? How mining sustainability can be guaranteed. And unmasking the deadly appeal of tobacco in our lives and workplaces.

30 May 6AM 34 min

[TOP STORY] SA film industry under threat as Trump targets foreign productions

‘We have sent a strong letter to the ambassadors of film and TV, who were appointed by Donald Trump - Sylvester Stallone, Jon Voight and Mel Gibson,’ says Andile Sinqoto, executive committee member of Directors Guild of South Africa.

29 May 11AM 7 min

SA becoming less food secure at household level

How instant cross-border payments are unlocking Africa’s economic potential. A well-known creative warns about the demise of the local television and film industry. And a record sale price achieved for a famous South African artwork.

29 May 6AM 35 min

[TOP STORY] AI and TikTok over financial advisors? The rise of the new-age investor

‘42% of South African investors said that they would trust an AI advisor; that's almost double the rate of what you see in the UK,’ says Dean Frankle, MD and partner at Boston Consulting Group.

28 May 9AM 6 min

No Vat increase, but bracket creep; fuel levies could see you paying more.

A call for government to back high-growth startups to grow GDP and create jobs. New research highlights investment trends among Gen Z and Millennials. And microbreweries face setbacks as five close amid funding and regulatory challenges.

28 May 6AM 33 min

[TOP STORY] National Consumer Commission probes delays in vehicle recalls

‘We are fully empowered by the Consumer Protection Act to start an investigation that can result in punitive action being taken against suppliers who do not communicate in time,’ says Prudence Moilwa, head of complaints and investigations at the National Consumer Commission.

27 May 9AM 7 min

12m overindebted South Africans

Sweeping car recalls amidst safety concerns could impact more than 7 000 cars on SA roads. How the fuel levy hike will impact the local food service sector. And, a new study shows alarming debt levels.

27 May 6AM 31 min

[TOPSTORY] SA mining policy changes unlikely to attract investors – Peter Major

‘They took what was a pretty good operating mineral policy, and they ripped the engine out of it, and they really haven't replaced the engine yet,’ says Peter Major, director of mining at Modern Corporate Solutions.

26 May 9AM 8 min

Why the age of the hard sell Is over

Did the Ramaphosa/Trump meeting help or hinder renewed bilateral agreement negotiations? Why an expert says the era of the hard sell is well and truly over. A look at the implications of the draft mining law overhaul. And Jeremy Maggs continues his conversation with Tony Leon and some of his…

26 May 6AM 33 min

$4bn in fraud attempts thwarted

A look at Being There: Backstories from the Political Front and the dazzling legacy of Jenna Clifford.

23 May 7AM 37 min

[TOP STORY] A diplomatic tightrope: Inside the Ramaphosa-Trump meeting

‘The world wants to see winners. If we don't start acting and seeing winning, it makes it very hard to counter a lot of narratives,’ says Dr TK Pooe, from the Wits School of Governance.

22 May 8AM 8 min

World biodiversity day: How corporate SA can support regenerative agriculture

Today marks world biodiversity day – we take a look at how corporate South Africa can support regenerative agriculture. Why digitisation will be critical for energy efficiency, stability and security in the future. Did the Finance Minister get Budget 3.0 right? And a reflection on SA’s performance in the Oval Office.

22 May 6AM 31 min

[TOP STOR] JRA confirms Lilian Ngoyi repairs on track, budget intact

‘We have failed in terms of proactive maintenance and that's what we're looking at, because no matter how beautiful the road can be, if you don't maintain it, you are bound to hit a disaster somewhere along the line,’ says Zweli Nyathi, CEO of the Johannesburg Roads Agency.

21 May 8AM 7 min

Can President Ramaphosa stand up to Trump’s bully boy tactics?

Why a drama-free meeting between Presidents Ramaphosa and Trump would be the best possible outcome for SA. The Johannesburg Roads Agency says the refurbishment of Lilian Ngoyi Street is on track to be finalised by the end of August. And the General Industries Workers Union of SA calls for interest…

21 May 6AM 32 min

[TOP STORY] Food prices up 95% - Wages lag behind soaring prices

‘Even where people are working, they are now categorised as the working poor because the cost of living is impacting everybody,’ says Makhiba Mollo, commissioner at the National Planning Commission.

20 May 8AM 8 min

Gambling advertising in Home Affairs offices slammed as irresponsible

Today, a new reports shows stark realities in SA’s cost of living. A look at the prevalence of prostate cancer amongst South African men. How TV advertising is getting smarter, and why streaming platforms could be more beneficial for brands.

20 May 6AM 31 min

[TOP STORY] Trump, trade, and tensions: What’s at stake in Ramaphosa’s US visit?

‘It seems like the United States wants to move away from Agoa and switch to some sort of bilateral trade deal with South Africa. That seems like something that we're looking to do as well,’ says Dr Laurence Caromba, Mapungubwe Institute for Strategic Reflection.

19 May 9AM 8 min