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(Ret.) Col Chris Wyatt: Trump’s War might “defang” Iran only “temporarily”
If US President Donald Trump ends the war at the 60-day mark when he loses the legal ability to continue without the approval from Congress, Iran will have been defanged only temporarily. That is the view expressed by US intelligence analyst, retired Colonel Chris Wyatt in his latest interview with…
BN Briefing: Jo'burg a “ticking time bomb”, SA's nuclear questions, Coleman says Africa hit hard by Mideast conflict
Helen Zille warns Johannesburg’s infrastructure is nearing systemic collapse, with budgets skewed towards operating costs instead of maintenance. The market update then tracks a tough year for Hulamin, political pressure on Palantir in the US, a large Glencore share award for CEO Gary Nagle, and ASP Isotopes’ faster-than-expected progress at…
BNC#8: Melanie Veness on SA’s crisis - corruption, broken systems & a path forward
In a brutally honest keynote, Melanie Veness takes listeners to the frontline of South Africa’s economic crisis - where broken municipalities, failing infrastructure and political interference are no longer abstract problems, but daily battles. From chambers stepping in to fix water leaks and fight tariff abuse in court, to the…
BNC#8: Herman Mashaba on South Africa’s collapse - “Fix Johannesburg or lose everything!”
Speaking at BNC#8 in Hermanus, Herman Mashaba delivered a hard-hitting critique of South Africa’s collapsing governance, rising corruption, and eroding personal freedoms. From failing municipalities to unchecked crime, he argues the rule of law is under siege. Outlining bold reforms and his “Operation Fix Johannesburg,” Mashaba positions decisive leadership, accountability,…
BN Daybreak Tues 24 March - Markets rally, oil falls, gold bull dead; Apple's next CEO; Helen Zille on Joburg's Collapse
Welcome to BizNews Daybreak with Alec Hogg. In today's episode, we cover the overnight market shifts following a de-escalation in Middle East tensions and dive into the most pressing stories shaping the global and local landscape. In this episode, we unpack: Global Markets: US stocks rally and oil prices decline…
Dr Kelvin Kemm: How “secure” is SA’s enriched uranium?
There are growing fears that nuclear weapons could be used in the Iran war. That has brought renewed focus on that 2007 attempted armed robbery at South Africa's nuclear research site, Pelindaba, and the “security” of the country’s large, high-quality enriched uranium stock. Chris Steyn asks Dr. Kelvin Kemm, a…
BNC#8: The biggest mistake investors make – Sean Peche’s blueprint for staying wealthy
From overconfidence to concentrated bets, Sean Peche unpacks the common traps that destroy wealth. His keynote offers a grounded, real-world approach to investing - and a reminder that staying rich is harder than getting rich.
BN Briefing: Le Roux says “transformationism” is stifling growth, BNC#8 panel on AI in investing, Bremmer's Iran insight
Tonight’s BizNews Briefing opens with Piet le Roux’s warning that “transformationism” is unsustainable and that state failure — including a looming water crisis — is creating dangerous vacuums of authority. We then track a mixed JSE day as PSG Financial Services and AdvTech impress while Tungela and Oceana feel pressure…
Helen Zille at BNC#8: “Johannesburg is collapsing like Rome” — a do-or-die warning for South Africa
Helen Zille delivered a hard-hitting BNC#8 address, drawing stark parallels between ancient Rome’s collapse and Johannesburg’s deepening crisis. She warns of failing infrastructure, entrenched corruption, and political fragmentation, arguing that only decisive governance and voter action can reverse decline. Her message is clear: Johannesburg stands at a do-or-die moment, and…
BN Daybreak 23 March - Trump's Iran Ultimatum, Massive Fuel Price Hikes, & SA's 'Mafia State' Reality
Join Alec Hogg for today's edition of BizNews Daybreak to cut through the noise and get the essential global and local business news you need to start your week. In this episode, we cover: Global Tensions & Oil Shocks: US President Trump issues a strict ultimatum to Iran regarding the…
BNC#8 Investment Panel: Jacobs, Viljoen, Peche, Major on finding value in an uncertain world
In a wide-ranging BNC#8 panel discussion, Piet Viljoen, Cy Jacobs, Peter Major and Sean Peche unpack where they still see opportunity after a strong run in South African assets, with ideas ranging from small- and mid-caps to copper and selected offshore shares. The quartet also debated crypto, AI’s role in…
BNC#8 - Piet le Roux on SA’s Transformationism: How ideology is threatening business, society and the future
Piet le Roux delivers a fiery critique of South Africa’s transformation agenda, warning it is fueling economic decline, state failure, and social division. Drawing on legal victories and frontline experience, he urges businesses to resist harmful policies and “state-proof” themselves. His message is stark: without decisive action, South Africa risks…
The NdB Sunday Show — Jonathan Deal: Mkhwanazi, Masemola, The Big 5 - and the silence of the GNU…
Now that Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee into police and political capture has concluded its hearings, Safe Citizen Founder Jonathan Deal tells Chris Steyn why South Africans should pay close attention to the final testimonies of Generals Fannie Masemola and Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. “When specialised units are allegedly dismantled under questionable circumstances,…
From Pretoria to the world: How hearX’s De Wet Swanepoel took hearing care global
With one in five people in the world suffering from hearing loss, hearing care remains one of the least accessible areas of healthcare globally. A South African innovation led by University of Pretoria professor De Wet Swanepoel has helped to change that reality, using smartphones to take hearing screening, diagnostics…
BNC#8: “You’ve been sold a lie” – Nick Hudson on socialism, power and who really runs the system
Nick Hudson delivers a controversial keynote linking state expansion, global finance and political power, arguing that the true drivers of today’s system operate far beyond public view.
BNC#8 Piet Viljoen - Survive first, profit later: Why history beats prediction in investing
Piet dismantles the myth of market prediction, arguing that success comes from judgment, discipline, and respect for history. Drawing on timeless lessons, he reveals why human behaviour drives cycles, why diversification and liquidity matter, and why survival beats brilliance. In a world obsessed with forecasts, this approach focuses on resilience,…
BN Daybreak Fri 20 Mar: R12 diesel, R8 petrol hike warning; IFP resurgent in KZN; US's $200bn Iran War bill
Buckle up, South Africa—a historic economic shock is heading straight for the petrol pumps. In today’s episode of BizNews Daybreak with Alec Hogg, we break down the perfect storm of geopolitical tensions and local pressures threatening your wallet, alongside the latest market and political shifts shaping the nation and the…
BNC#8 truth over hype: Magnus on investing, independence, and winning in a tough economy
Magnus built his career on questioning narratives and pursuing truth - first in journalism, then in financial advice. From navigating market volatility to championing global investing, his journey reflects resilience and independence. In a challenging South African economy, his message is clear: think critically, stay global, and never compromise on…
BN Briefing: SA’s R1.2trn water crisis; JSE reshuffle; and why China is winning the energy race
In tonight's BizNews Briefing, South Africa’s deepening water infrastructure failure is exposing both state decay and private-sector opportunity. Meanwhile, the JSE sees a notable reshuffle as earnings updates from Investec, Exxaro and Momentum move markets. Globally, rising oil prices and geopolitical tension are sharpening the case for China as a…
BNC#8: Armed raid, broken systems and bold bets – Rob Hoatson’s unfiltered take on SA business
From police with rifles storming a rural sawmill to building a fast-growing water empire, Rob Hoatson pulls back the curtain on doing business in South Africa. In this Nightcap, he exposes state overreach, shares lessons from scaling Thirsti, and explains why failure in government often creates opportunity for entrepreneurs willing…