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BN Briefing: DA holds no-VAT line; Hersov on targeted sanctions; Banks on Trump; RIP Willem vd Merwe

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In this episode of the BizNews Briefing DA finance spokesman Mark Burke explains why the party isn’t budging on the ANC’s proposed 0.5% rise in VAT; Rob Hersov rips into corrupt politicians and whether the scales are finally falling from South African eyes; Reform insider and West of England mayoral candidate Arron Banks provides unique insights on the White House’s plans for Africa; Donald Trump hosts Kid Rock, smashes long-time concert ticket abuse; and RIP sporting surgical superstar Dr Willem vd Merwe.
1 Apr 7AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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