BN Briefing: Taming BEE in lion's den; Starlink; BHI 2.0; Zimbabwe 2007; US, China agree...

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In today's BizNews Briefing, the United States and China commit to advancing their Geneva consensus, while back home, the BEE discussion reignites with Sakeliga’s resurfaced 2022 address. Farm safety takes centre stage as DA leader John Steenhuisen vows stronger protection for South Africa’s farmers, and the Starlink saga continues as Elon Musk faces BEE hurdles. Plus, a new financial scandal dubbed “BHI 2.0” shocks Johannesburg, Tesla’s Robotaxi launch sparks scepticism, and the Proteas kick off the World Test Championship final at Lord's.

11 Jun 6AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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