NewsWrap: US election update; SAPS; Gauteng water crisis; Maimane on GNU; De Beer on Mashatile; Summers on Pick 'n Pay

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In this edition of NewsWrap from BizNews, we delve into critical updates on the US elections and expose troubling political interference within the South African Police Service, alongside urgent insights into Johannesburg’s declining infrastructure. Former DA leader Mmusi Maimane critiques the DA-ANC coalition for missed reform opportunities, while UIM President Neil De Beer labels Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s land policy a distraction from corruption allegations. Finally, Pick n Pay CEO Sean Summers shares an optimistic outlook on the company’s strategic partnership with FNB. Tune in for all the highlights!
4 Nov 2024 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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