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Why Africa’s Entertainment Industry Is Outpacing the World

GUEST - Charles Stuart, PwC Africa Entertainment & Media Leader Africa’s entertainment and media sector is on a growth trajectory that’s outpacing global averages and the numbers tell the story. According to PwC’s Africa Entertainment & Media Outlook 2025–2029, Nigeria’s industry expanded by 11.2% in 2024, with Kenya growing 7.1%…

22 Oct 4PM 15 min

EKASINOMICS: From Home Baker to National Retail Success: The Story of Blessing Sithole

Meet Blessing Sithole, the founder of Bakers Creationz, whose passion for baking turned a small kitchen in Maphephetheni, KwaZulu-Natal, into a thriving business supplying major South African retailers. What started as homemade snowballs for family and friends has snowballed into a national sensation, with over 10 000 snowballs sold weekly…

22 Oct 4PM 17 min

The Long Game of Compounding and Wealth Creation

They say time is money but when it comes to investing, time is everything. In this episode, we unpack one of the most powerful yet underrated principles in personal finance: the power of compounding. Nerina Visser, Director and ETF Strategist at ETFSA explains how small, consistent investments can grow into…

22 Oct 4PM 19 min

South Africa’s inflation ticks up to 3.4%

South Africa’s inflation inched slightly higher in September rising to 3.4% from 3.3% in August, a move that’s modest but meaningful as the economy navigates a complex mix of easing food prices, steady fuel costs, and shifting consumer dynamics. Momentum Investments Chief Economist Sanisha Packirisamy breaks down the latest inflation…

22 Oct 4PM 11 min

Famous Brands hits 3 000 restaurants and stronger profits.

GUEST – Darren Hele – Famous Brands CEO Famous Brands, home to household favourites like Steers, Debonairs Pizza, Wimpy and Mugg & Bean has just posted a solid set of interim results, with profit up 6% and its restaurant network surpassing the 3 000 mark. Revenue climbed to R4.2 billion,…

22 Oct 4PM 12 min

TECH & INNOVATION: Altron partners with Nvidia to launch SA’s first AI factory.

GUEST - Dr Bongani Andy Mabaso - Altron Group CTO JSE-listed Altron has successfully deployed an operational AI factory, delivering comprehensive AI infrastructure, tools, training and support, while maintaining data sovereignty and regulatory compliance. Powered by NVIDIA AI infrastructure, including NVIDIA accelerated computing and NVIDIA AI Enterprise software, the platform…

21 Oct 5PM 10 min

When events go wrong: The importance of cancellation insurance

GUEST - Mamoeti Nosi, Product Head: Events at iTOO Special Risks. In the wake of the recent Cape Town Marathon cancellation, due to severe winds, thousands of runners, spectators and service providers were left with questions about refunds and recourse. For many, the answers were not clear, especially as flights…

21 Oct 5PM 23 min

The cost of hiring the wrong CEO – The Starbucks case study.

GUEST – Andrew Woodburn, Managing Director of Amrop Woodburn Mann The true cost of firing a CEO extends far beyond a severance package, encompassing direct, indirect, and hidden costs that can run into the millions or even billions of dollars. Research shows that poorly managed CEO transitions can wipe out…

21 Oct 5PM 17 min

Scooters Pizza is back after almost 10 years since it was liquidated.

GUEST - Juan Engelbrecht – entrepreneur and one of the franchise pioneers. After nearly a decade off the menu, Scooter’s Pizza once South Africa’s fastest-growing pizza brand is making a comeback! Known for its daring “39 minutes or it’s free” promise, the brand vanished when Taste Holdings pivoted to Domino’s…

21 Oct 5PM 15 min

How Digital Lending Is Reshaping South Africa’s Credit Market

GUEST - Ayesha Hatea, Director of Research and Consulting at TransUnion South Africa South Africa’s credit landscape is changing and fast. According to new data from TransUnion, the FinTech lending market is exploding, giving millions of consumers easier, faster access to money through digital platforms and apps. But behind the…

20 Oct 4PM 17 min

South Africans are getting smarter about how they buy cars.

GUEST – George Mienie, CEO of AutoTrader South Africa AutoTrader’s latest data shows that while new car sales remain under pressure, the used car market is holding strong with more than 33,000 vehicles sold in September alone, up 16% year-on-year. But the story beneath the numbers tells us even more…

20 Oct 4PM 19 min

Bank of America's South Africa Fund Manager Survey: Back to domestics

GUEST - John Morris, South Africa Strategist at Bank of America South African fund managers are maintaining their bullish stance on local equities while rotating from resources to retailers and food producers, according to Bank of America’s (BofA’s) October 2025 Fund Manager survey. The research shows a net 81% of…

20 Oct 4PM 13 min

What South Africa’s Gambling Surge Says About Our Economy

Guest- Frank Magwegwe - GIBS Faculty member and Head of Financial Wellness at Nedbank. South Africa’s gambling habits are changing fast and the numbers are staggering. According to the National Gambling Board, the country’s total gambling turnover hit R1.5 trillion in 2024/24 which is a R400 billion increase from the…

20 Oct 4PM 9 min

South Africa’s R1.5 Trillion Gambling Boom

GUEST - Lungile Dukwana - Acting Chief Executive Officer at the National Gambling Board South Africa’s gambling habits are changing fast and the numbers are staggering. According to the National Gambling Board, the country’s total gambling turnover hit R1.5 trillion in 2024/24 which is a R400 billion increase from the…

20 Oct 4PM 15 min

A Conversation with Standard Bank’s Thabani Ndwandwe

In a financial landscape defined by volatility and rapid digital change, managing risk is no longer about protection, it’s about positioning for growth. This week on Pivot Point, we sit down with Thabani Ndwandwe, Chief Risk Officer for Personal & Private Banking and Standard Bank South Africa, to unpack what…

16 Oct 5PM 28 min

How Moët Hennessy is driving growth in South Africa’s premium whisky market.

GUEST – Benedict Siyotula - Moët Hennessy Marketing Executive In a market where consumers are cutting back on everyday spending, one segment continues to show remarkable resilience luxury and premium spirits. Behind this steady growth is a shift from product-driven marketing to experience-driven engagement. Global luxury house Moët Hennessy, home…

16 Oct 5PM 11 min

SA Deepens Agricultural Exports to China

GUEST - Thabile Nkunjana, Senior Agricultural Economist at the National Agricultural Marketing Council South Africa’s fruit basket is expanding eastward. In a landmark trade breakthrough, China has opened its market to five South African stone fruits apricots, peaches, nectarines, plums and prunes under a single export protocol. The deal could…

16 Oct 5PM 12 min

SA’s MVNO Boom: Who Really Wins in the Battle for Your SIM Card?

GUEST - Jan Vermeulen, Editor at MyBroadband South Africa’s mobile landscape is undergoing a quiet revolution. The rise of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) from banks and retailers to insurers is reshaping how South Africans connect, communicate and earn rewards. What started with pioneers like Mr Price Mobile and me&you…

16 Oct 5PM 15 min

LVMH Surges as Luxury Reawakens

GUEST - The Financial Ghost – Retail Analyst After months of sluggish sales and investor caution, LVMH the world’s largest luxury conglomerate is back in growth mode. Shares of the group, home to Louis Vuitton, Dior, Tiffany & Co., and Moët & Chandon, soared more than 13% after posting its…

16 Oct 5PM 13 min

EKASINOMICS – Smartfill: Redefining Retail in the Township

South Africa’s spaza shops are getting a high-tech, low-cost makeover. In of KayaBiz, we speak to Nevo Hadas, CEO of Smartfill, about how his company’s innovative refill dispensers are changing the way South Africans buy everyday essentials. Designed for township economies, Smartfill lets customers purchase trusted brands in the exact…

15 Oct 4PM 17 min