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BNC#8: Melanie Veness Q&A - Broken governance, business fightback, and a city’s last chance...
Pietermaritzburg stands at a crossroads. Melanie Veness paints a stark picture of governance failure, economic strain, and post-riot trauma - yet resilience runs deep. From crumbling infrastructure to bold private-sector action, the city’s future hinges on leadership, accountability, and smart investment. As political uncertainty looms in KZN, the stakes couldn’t…
BN Daybreak - Wed 8 Apr 2026: Trump delays Iran strikes, SA public service reform, and Cuba’s energy crisis
In today's BizNews Daybreak: President Trump agrees to a two-week ceasefire with Iran in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, delaying planned military strikes to allow for further negotiations. Meanwhile, South Africa implements the Public Service Amendment Act to professionalise administration and curb political "cadre deployment". Plus, Ian Cameron…
Members Only: FT Unhedged – Energy crisis deepens as supply shocks ripple globally
In this fully licensed episode of the Financial Times’ Unhedged podcast, Katie Martin and energy editor Malcolm Moore unpack the escalating global energy crisis triggered by disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. With millions of barrels of oil effectively trapped and supply chains under strain, the impact is already being…
Ivor Chipkin: GNU outlaws cadré deployment
President Cyril Ramaphosa's assent to the Public Service Amendment Bill has been hailed as the most significant reform since 1996. In this interview with Chris Steyn, Ivor Chipkin, the Director of New South Institute (NSI), says “we've got now in law a distinction between political office and administrative office…Our politicians,…
Forget Hollywood: The long-shot SA sporting fairytale behind Lincoln City's historic promotion
While the world has been captivated by the celebrity-funded rise of Wrexham, a South African hedge fund manager has been quietly writing an even more impossible football fairytale. Clive Nates, leading a consortium of South African investors, has just engineered Lincoln City’s historic promotion to the English Championship—a tier the…
BNC#8: Ian Cameron Q&A - Inside corruption, farm attacks and the truth behind police power
Behind the headlines lies a far more dangerous reality. Ian Cameron unpacks hidden corruption, failing policing systems, rising violence, and political power plays shaping South Africa today. From shocking testimony to hard truths about crime and accountability, the conversation reveals just how deep the crisis runs - and why fixing…
BN Daybreak - Tue 7 April 2026: Trump’s Iran ultimatum, Artemis II records, and SA “state-proofing”
In today's BizNews Daybreak we cover President Trump’s aggressive deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, threatening the total demolition of Iranian infrastructure. While oil prices climb and the UN warns of international law violations, the Artemis II mission makes history by breaking space travel distance records. Locally,…
BNC#8: Rory Steyn Q&A - Kidnappings rising, police under fire and leaders called out
South Africa’s crime crisis is under the spotlight as insiders expose rising kidnappings, failing leadership, and police misconduct. From shocking stories of VIP protection abuse to real risks facing ordinary citizens, this conversation pulls no punches. Hear how corruption, weak accountability, and poor systems are fueling insecurity - and what…
BNC#8 Q&A: Nick Hudson on Epstein, the ‘deep state’ and who really pulls the strings
In a wide-ranging and controversial Q&A, Nick Hudson connects the dots between the Epstein files, global power networks and what he calls a “permanent bureaucracy” shaping decisions behind the scenes. From South Africa’s policy direction to global finance and war, Hudson argues the real story lies beneath the surface —…
From Ceres to New York: Adriaan Wildschutt sets a blistering pace
Adriaan Wildschutt came so close to an Olympic medal in Paris, delivering the country’s strongest performance at the 2024 Games. With no track world championships on the calendar this year, Wildschutt shifted his focus to the roads and stormed to victory at the New York City Half Marathon in a…
BNC#8 Dawie Roodt Q&A: SA is falling behind - The hard truth about growth, taxes and the economy
South Africa stands at a crossroads: lagging growth, rising pressure on taxpayers, and a state stretched to its limits. This sharp discussion contrasts the US, Europe, and emerging markets, arguing that real progress lies in empowering the private sector, cutting red tape, and restoring confidence. From unemployment realities to global…
BN Daybreak - Thu 2 Apr: Hersov on ANC; Mashele’s new politics; SpaceX IPO; $29bn Natie Kirsh sale
In today's BizNews Daybreak, SpaceX’s confidential IPO filing and Alec Hogg’s analysis of Natie Kirsh’s historic $29 billion Jetro sale. Outspoken entrepreneur Rob Hersov warns of national bankruptcy under the ANC’s current trajectory, while political analyst Prince Mashele calls for a new political project led by competent, ethical leaders to…
Boardroom Talk: Natie Kirsh’s remarkable comeback story ends in a multibillion-dollar payday
In this Boardroom Talk, Alec Hogg unpacks the extraordinary rise of Natie Kirsh — from Potchefstroom entrepreneur to global business titan — as his Jetro empire is sold in a multibillion-dollar deal. It is a story of resilience, second chances and world-class value creation, showing how a South African businessman…
BN Briefing: Natie Kirsh's 'deal of the decade'; Burke's fuel levy maths; Trump's Iran dilemma; Piet le Roux
DA finance spokesperson Dr Mark Burke explains why partial fuel-levy relief creates a major funding gap — and argues government should plug it by cutting waste and tapping underused state “pots of money” like the Compensation Fund. Alec Hogg’s Bottom Line then covers Natie Kirsh’s $29bn sale of Jetro to…
BNC#8: Prince Mashele Q&A - Why it's time for South Africa's best minds to take power
A bold call to action: South Africa needs more than talk - it needs execution. Educated citizens must step into politics, fund change, and build a credible, merit-driven alternative to failing systems. This vision demands courage, sacrifice, and unity across races and classes to restore hope, drive growth, and reclaim…
Grant Abbott: Hope for Fort Hare after VC’s suspension
The suspension of Fort Hare Vice Chancellor Professor Sakhela Buhlungu has been hailed by Grant Abbott, the General Secretary of the National Tertiary Education Union. “He came in as a corruption buster, saying he's going to renew the institution and root out corruption. If anything, he's allowed the corruption to…
Boardroom Talk: Why Warren Buffett has finally pulled the plug on his friendship with Bill Gates
A friendship that defined modern capitalism is quietly unravelling. In this episode of Boardroom Talk, Alec Hogg explores the growing rift between Warren Buffett and Bill Gates - and what it reveals about power, reputation, and the consequences of association in the highest circles of global business.
BNC#8: Rob Hersov Q&A - A brutal reality check on leadership, voters, and the economy
Rob Hersov exposes South Africa’s deepening crisis: weak governance, failing education, and a disengaged electorate. Speakers argue that poor voter understanding and lack of accountability keep destructive policies in power, while real economic drivers go unrecognised. With frustration mounting, solutions range from grassroots action to political funding and international pressure…
BN Daybreak - 1 Apr 2026: Trump signals end to Iran war; Fuel increase; ANC support hits lows; Remgro
In this episode of BizNews Daybreak, global markets rally as President Trump predicts an end to the war in Iran within weeks. Locally, Remgro announces a massive R16.5 billion deal to simplify its Mediclinic holdings. We also examine the mechanics of South African fuel prices with Mark Burke, while by-election…
Gareth van Onselen: By-election tracker signals ANC collapse to 35% - data reveals SA’s political shift
A new by-election tracker from Victory Research CEO Gareth van Onselen cuts through the noise - and the numbers are stark. The ANC is in long-term decline, potentially heading toward 35%, while the DA shows signs of recovery and smaller parties surge in key strongholds.