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Ben Freeth: Beware SA - EWC looks a lot like Zim’s 1992 foundational land grab law
Meet the remarkable former Zimbabwean farmer turned land restitution activist Ben Freeth, whose victory in a SADC Tribunal triggered the Mugabe/Zuma axis’s abolition of the highest court for 400 million Southern Africans. In this powerful interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg, unbowed Freeth explains how a recently promulgated South African…
BN Briefing: FF+’s Mulder warns GNU in ‘jeopardy’, Zim parallels with EWC, Trump wants Gaza
This episode is led by excerpts of today’s interview with FF+ Parliamentary leader Dr Corne’ Mulder who explains why SA’s Government of National Unity is in real danger; there’s a focus on EWC with Zim farmer/activist Ben Freeth pointing out parallels with his country’s 1992 law that that was the…
SA farmers in frontline fight for their land…
The law of land expropriation in South Africa is making headlines across the world. In this interview, Dr. Theo de Jager, the CEO of the Southern African Agri Initiative (SAAI) and the former president of the World Farmers Organisation, says: “If anybody is going to bleed it is us. If…
Returning to South Africa: The key elements to consider, Julian Adshade, Sable International
Returning to South Africa after living and working overseas is not as easy as hopping on a plane with your family and quickly settling back in, even though it may all feel familiar. Julian Adshade from immigration specialist Sable International told BizNews in an interview that there are many essential…
Steenhuisen says cool heads can turn Trump/ANC vitriol from crisis to a benefit
South Africans have been jolted by attention US president Donald Trump is giving their country - starting with freezing an annual $450m gift to HIV/AIDS sufferers with much worse in the wings. Among the most concerned are exporters - and those employed by American companies from KFC and Ford to…
BN Briefing: Steenhuisen on Trump/ANC; DRC; Palantir; DeepSeek
In this episode, DA leader John Steenhuisen tells host Alec Hogg how SA’s current crisis can become something positive; Donald Trump praises his South African wingman; The Economist explains why DeepSeek is a force for good; BizNews portfolio star Palantir jumps again making it a portfolio ten-bagger in two years;…
Trump, EWC, private property rights - how SA got so out of step with the world
Ever since the ANC’s attack on private property rights began 17 years ago, the IRR’s Terence Corrigan has devoted much of his waking hours to understanding the motives and consequences of such Soviet-style ideology. In this interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg, he examines US President Donald Trump’s latest move,…
BN Briefing: Trump vows to cut US aid to SA; De Beer on 21 SA ministers & deputy ministers under a cloud; and more
In today's BizNews Briefing: US President Donald Trump vows to halt aid to South Africa over EWC Bill, our partners at Bloomberg report, and the IRR's Terence Corrigan and retired US Colonel Chris Wyatt weigh in on the situation. Our partners at the FT discuss the implications of Trump's tariffs…
Cyril poked the eye of the bear - Col. Chris Wyatt
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa poked “the bear in the eye” and gave “the middle finger” to the US when he signed the Land Expropriation Bill. This was the reaction from US inteligence analyst Retired Colonel Chris Wyatt to the announcement by President Donald Trump that he was cutting US…
David Bacher - A Trump slump threatening SA assets’ solid January gains
SA President Cyril Ramaphosa’s ANC may have tweaked the Donald Trump tiger’s tail once too often with the EWC Act drawing a strong reaction from the leader of the world’s largest economy. In this interview, Corion CIO David Bacher looks ahead with concern and back at a solid start to…
Last chance to “Let SARS fund your investment"
Mitchell Fieldgate from Pangea Wealth joins Bronwyn Nielsen on BizNews to discuss the 12B tax incentive, which offers a 125% tax deduction on solar energy investments. The incentive expires at the end of February, so it’s the last chance for South African investors to capitalise on this opportunity. For more…
De Beer: Cyril & John; Pieter & Corné; Cabinet “criminals”; valour “stolen” by MKP & SANDF General; Kagame’s “war” talk
In this edition of the Sunday Show, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM) Neil de Beer talks about the future of the Government of National Unity (GNU) being reset by President Cyril Ramaphosa and Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen over a private lunch; the apparent disunity between…
ParkinsonsZA Mover and Shaker is pioneering a new path for patients in SA – Rakesh Harribhai
The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is rising, with 1 in 37 people expected to receive a diagnosis according to Parkinson’s UK. This increase is largely due to growing and ageing populations. In Africa, the relatively younger demographic leads to a lower prevalence, but the continent faces unique challenges in…
Understanding the DRC conflict where SANDF soldiers are dying
Tensions are escalating in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where Rwandan-backed M23 rebels are battling government forces for control of the strategic city of Goma. Reports indicate thousands of Rwandan troops may have entered the region, heightening fears of a broader regional conflict. With South Africa playing a key…
Investment masterclass: ThinkCell CIO Tony Bell shares his market-driven strategy
Few names in South African asset management are as highly regarded as Tony Bell. In this insightful interview, the ThinkCell CIO explores how market-driven strategies and price signals shape effective investment decisions. He delves into stock valuation, market efficiency, and the critical role of economic signals in guiding investors. By…
Paul O’Sullivan v/s “Prime Evil” Duduzile Zuma
Former President Jacob Zuma's daughter Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla appeared in court today for allegedly inciting violence during the July 2021 riots. In this interview, forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan, who laid a charge against her in 2021 - and provided the police and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) with forensic downloads of…
BN Briefing: SANDF suicide mission; Paul O'Sullivan on Duduzile Zuma; and capitalist activist Hersov
In today's BizNews Briefing: ISS Executive Director Dr Jakkie Cilliers and BizNews Journalist Linda van Tilburg weigh in on the doomed SANDF mission to DRC. Forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan unpacks the why Jacob Zuma's daughter Duduzile appeared in court today. Capitalist activist Rob Hersov has his "Milei moment", delivering a…
Hersov’s ‘Milei Moment’ - Exposing Uber Truths to save South Africa
Capitalist activist Rob Hersov was inspired to produce a local version after watching the recording of Javier Milei’s powerful WEF address. Mirroring the Argentinian president’s take-no-prisoners approach, Hersov speaks truth to South African power in a way sure to (again) raise hackles of fellow members the nation’s business elite. But…
BN Briefing: SA healthcare catastrophe; DA on JP Smith; SARB governor's "mutton reserves"?; and more
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing: Editor in Chief of the Bhekisisa Health Centre for Journalism, Mia Malan, details the severe impact of Donald Trump's freezing of global HIV programmes, with John Matisonn also weighing in on the situation. DA Chairperson of the Federal Council, Helen Zille, comments on…
BizNews Briefing: DA stays in GNU, Hersov applauds, but Transnet flashpoint looms
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing highlights from the DA’s top team telling us why the 20% party won’t be leaving the Government of National Unity - yet. Capitalist activist Rob Hersov explains why this is a smart move. Still, another flashpoint looms as the DA’s spokesman on finance…