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The Editor's Desk - Friday 5 December 2025
Insights from my exclusive interviews with the local heads of Amazon and Walmart on why "customer obsession" trumps competitor focus. Plus, we analyze Meta’s stock surge, Aveng’s confusing restructuring, and the facts behind John Steenhuisen’s background.
BN Briefing: Vodacom's big telecom move, FirstRand CEO on SA economy, Springbok star's business play
Vodacom heats up the African telecoms battle with the acquisition of an additional 20% of Safaricom for over R30 billion, aiming to consolidate the major Kenyan operator and M-Pesa. Meanwhile, FirstRand CEO Mary Vilakazi encourages businesses to look past headlines, citing constructive signs like corporate-led credit expansion and structural reforms…
Bok talent just the tip of the iceberg – ex-Springbok turned business strategist Flip van der Merwe
Former Springbok lock Flip van der Merwe has taken the lessons of high‑performance rugby into the boardroom, now working as a strategy consultant for business leaders. Living in Biarritz, France, he is also a co‑founder of the Lekker Network, which connects South Africans wherever they are. In an interview with…
BizNews Daybreak Friday 5th December - Meta dropping the 'verse, shares jump; FirstRand CEO shares good news;
Seize the day with the freshest news you can use to help you conquer another active business day - from the team at BizNews and our global partners. This episode features the latest from US stock markets including how investors loved a strategy change from Meta; Vodacom's massively positive mega…
Director’s Cut: Mary Vilakazi – Inside FirstRand’s bold bet on South Africa’s recovery
FirstRand CEO Mary Vilakazi joins Alec Hogg for a wide-ranging conversation on booming ROE, business confidence turning the corner, the UK regulatory headache, and why corporate cash is finally starting to move. From competition at home to opportunities across Africa, Vilakazi explains why she believes South Africa is entering a…
The Editor's Desk - Thursday 4 December 2025
Today, I reflect on Marco Rubio's G20 broadside, unpack Poland's rise, and share why a conversation with FirstRand's Mary Vilakazi left me hopeful.
Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee hasn’t shut the door on SA sport talent
The Trump administration’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas that came into effect in September has raised fears that it has shut the door on South African students who dream of following the path from American university sports scholarships to post-graduation jobs. However, Tyler Hollingsworth from Sable International says that,…
BizNews Daybreak Thursday 4th December - US launches another attack on 'ANC-led SA'
Seize the day with the freshest news you can use to help you conquer another active business day - from the team at BizNews and our global partners. This episode features a strong attack on "ANC-led South Africa" from the US Secretary of State; Wall Street's overnight performance; John Steenhuisen's…
Director’s Cut: Dries D'Hooghe - Walmart bets big on SA: “This is only the beginning”
Walmart Africa COO Dries D’Hooghe explains why the global retail giant is doubling down on South Africa, launching new stores, backing local suppliers, rolling out everyday low pricing, and plotting aggressive expansion in a fiercely competitive retail market.
(Ret.) Col. Chris Wyatt - Trump loses patience with Ramaphosa, Zelensky & Maduro…
In his latest interview with Chris Steyn, US Intelligence Analyst Retired Colonel Chris Wyatt describes how - and why - the US President has lost patience with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky and Venezuela's Nicholás Maduro. He says every time Ramophosa had a chance to be diplomatic…
Steenhuisen hits back: DA leader sets record straight on career, finances, and cabinet reshuffles
DA leader and Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen answers R.W. Johnson’s blistering personal attacks, sets the record straight on his career and finances, explains recent cabinet reshuffles, and outlines how he plans to steady both the party and the farming sector during the foot-and-mouth crisis.
The Editor's Desk - Wednesday 3 December 2025
Today I reflect ahead of my interview with John Steenhuisen as he’s set to respond to RW Johnson’s scathing critique, plus key market insights.
BizNews Daybreak - Wednesday 3rd December: Bitcoin surges; Michael Dell's $6.25bn pledge; FirstRand's UK fight
Seize the day with the freshest news you can use to help you conquer another active business day - from the team at BizNews and our global partners. This episode features Wall Street’s overnight performance, a Trump slump (and determination to rid the Fed of Powell), FirstRand’s fight, David Shapiro’s…
Director’s Cut: David Shapiro – Buffett’s farewell, the AI giants & where smart money goes next
Veteran stockbroker David Shapiro reflects on Warren Buffett’s exit, the dominance of Nvidia and ASML, why SA bonds and property suddenly look attractive, and where real investment opportunities lie in today’s volatile markets.
Jay Naidoo: Rebuilding South Africa’s leadership and values
Jay Naidoo reflects on COSATU’s 40-year legacy, South Africa’s democratic journey, and the sacrifices that shaped the nation. He speaks candidly about corruption, failed leadership, collapsing services, inequality, and the urgent need for values-driven renewal. Naidoo calls on citizens, business, and unions to reclaim integrity, rebuild trust, and drive meaningful…
Jabulani Khumalo: There are “coup” plotters in the Zuma camp
In his latest interview with BizNews, Jabulani Khumalo, the real founder of MKP, tells Chris Steyn that there could be more to the alleged human trafficking of South Africans to Russia. “This one for me is a coup. These people were sent to be trained so that when they come…
The Editor's Desk - Tuesday 2 December 2025
I unpack RW Johnson's assault on John Steenhuisen, Bidvest's backlash over the Paris Olympics, and introduce our new BizNews Daybreak show.
BizNews Daybreak; Tuesday, December 2nd - Netflix, Apple, Amazon, Std Bank, Hyprop and gas
In this episode of the BizNews Daybreak show, BizNews and its global partners bring you up to date with all the news that you need to know this morning - ensuring you are positioned to seize the business day.
Director’s Cut: Jaco Human – Can GasHub save SA from the looming gas cliff?
As Sasol gas dries up by 2028, GasHub CEO Jaco Human explains how private industry is racing to secure new supply, develop pipelines, and unlock West Coast gas to keep South Africa powered before the lights go out again.
Keith Elliot : The rise of Waste Lords from the ashes of poor service delivery…
Lack of service delivery has spawned a new multi-million illegal industry run by Waste Lords. In this interview, Keith Elliott, the Director of the Kya Sands Burning Wasteland Community Forum, tells Chris Steyn how the illegal waste management industry got off the ground and how the Waste Lords operate. He…