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De Beer: Keeping up with the Muppets of SA Politics: Ramaphosa, Mashatile, Motshekga, Godongwana, Zuma, Zille...
In the latest Sunday Show with Neil De Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement, and Chris Steyn of BizNews, a range of hot topics are on the agenda: President Cyril Ramaphosa telling Israel and Iran to enter into peaceful dialogue; Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana wanting full public funding…
SA back from the brink, exit from greylist imminent after massive Treasury effort
After years of institutional decay and global embarrassment, South Africa is poised to exit the FATF greylist - a major financial credibility boost. Treasury veteran Ismail Momoniat explains how two years of legal, cultural, and enforcement reforms reversed the damage of state capture and rebuilt SA’s anti-money laundering system. But…
Olympian-turned-para coach Theo Verster eyes medals as R170m Pietermaritzburg AquaPark nears completion
With many municipal pools across South Africa falling into disrepair, finding a proper 50-metre facility to train and compete in has become a major hurdle for swimmers. But a new wave of hope is rising in Pietermaritzburg with Aqua Park, a state-of-the-art, R170 million aquatic centre set to transform the…
Disruptive medical scientist Prof Tim Noakes on Cancer, Nutrition, Chalupsky, Ozympic and much more
Professor Tim Noakes challenges mainstream medicine and nutrition with a relentless pursuit of truth. In a candid interview, he critiques profit-driven healthcare, defends low-carb diets, and exposes systemic failures in academia and policy. From rewriting his own research to advocating reform, Noakes remains a bold voice calling for science rooted…
Jabulani Khumalo: Back as MKP Director - Vows to clean up the party
The real founder of the MKP, Jabulani Khumalo, has been reinstated as a Director of uMkhonto weSizwe Party NPO - along without others - after his “fraudently” removal. In his latest interview with BizNews, he describes how the urgent legal application had to be withdrawn after it emerged that they…
BN Briefing: Trump's Iran scenarios, Cabanac uncut, National Dialogue 'elitist', heroes welcome
In today’s BizNews Briefing, Harvard’s Meghan O’Sullivan discusses potential US involvement in Israel-Iran tensions. Roman Cabanac breaks silence on his DA exit, revealing no apparent reason for his departure. DA’s Karabo Khakhau probes ANC-linked SETA appointees. Critics slam Ramaphosa’s R700m National Dialogue as elitist. WhatsApp embraces ads, and the Proteas…
Cabanac: Cautionary tale about becoming roadkill in SA’s cabal of Big Politics, Big Media, Big Lies
After 10 months of silence following Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen’s instruction to make a “dignified exit”, Roman Cabanac has finally started to tell his side of the story. In a fascinating hour of unique insights, the DA Leader’s former Chief of Staff shares first-hand experience of being on the sharp…
BN Briefing - SA: No justification for Israel-Iran war; Rob Hersov: DA and PA should join forces
In today’s BizNews Briefing, Ramaphosa backs a UN-led approach to Middle East peace; Trump says Iran missed its chance at a deal; retired US Air Force Lt. Gen. David Deptula unpacks possible military responses; 2.5 million hectares of land remain untransferred under SA land reform; Rob Hersov urges a DA–PA…
Wandile Sihlobo: SA Govt. is hoarding 2,5 million hectares of land acquired under land redistribution
The South African government - under land redistribution - has acquired about 2.5 million hectares of land that has not yet been transferred. That is the figure given by Wandile Sihlobo, the Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa, in this interview with BizNews. “That is in…
BEE hypocrisy: SRF poll shows 70% believe SA race-based laws enacted to enrich politically connected
South Africa’s Social Research Foundation (SRF) reveals a striking disconnect between government policy and public opinion. Despite the ANC doubling down on BEE and affirmative action, SRF’s latest survey shows the majority of South Africans - across all racial groups - believe these policies benefit the politically connected, not the…
Rob Hersov’s ‘swansong’ - His US podcast roadshow; Liam joining PA; Abedian’s world-class assessment
South Africa’s famous Capitalist Activist Rob Hersov is determined to go out with a bang. In his fortnightly chat with BizNews editor Alec Hogg before announcing his retirement from the public spotlight, Hersov sheds light on the reasons for last month’s roadshow on the US mega-podcast circuit; and throws bouquets…
BN Briefing - Goldstein: Iran wants to exterminate all Jews; Abedian: Expect a fight to the bitter end
In today’s BizNews Briefing, Chief Rabbi Warren Goldstein defends Israel’s pre-emptive strike on Iran amid alarming nuclear threats. Iranian-born economist Dr Iraj Abedian warns of a long, bitter conflict ahead. Donald Trump demands Tehran’s evacuation as global leaders gather at the G7. Back home, the Patriotic Alliance poaches a young…
Alec Hogg Unfiltered: Media Mavericks, SA Politics & The Truth About BizNews
In this rare role reversal hosted by Morning Shot, BizNews founder Alec Hogg opens up about the wild beginnings of Moneyweb and BizNews, the evolution of digital journalism, and his take on South Africa’s future. Original content by Morning Shot, republished with permission.
Dr Iraj Abedian: Israel v Iran’s Regime - A half century in the making, this is a fight to the death
Iranian-born and bred polymath Dr Iraj Abedian shares unique insights into the existential battle in the Middle East - and South Africa’s place in it. The entrepreneur, academic and leading economist spoke to BizNews editor Alec Hogg.
The Sunday Show: SA - the new Colombia; the National Dialogue “poodle”; the Jacobs defection; Mbalula’s Motsepe insult;
In his latest Sunday Show with BizNews, Neil De Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), describes how SA is becoming another Colombia with the assasination of underworld kingpin André Naude. As for the R700-m National Dialogue, he lambasts President Cyril Ramaphosa for appointing “a pre-tactical team for…
How D-Lab is equipping SA youth with ‘shining eyes’ to thrive in the job market
South Africa’s youth unemployment crisis leaves many young people struggling to secure jobs due to limited experience. D-Lab is tackling this challenge by immersing unemployed youth in a virtual business simulator, equipping them with essential digital and workplace skills. In an interview with Biznews, D-Lab co-founders Alison Jacobson and Ayanda…
Jabulani Khumalo: Court battle to oust the “crazy thugs” from MKP
Jabulani Khumalo, the real founder of MKP, headed by former President Jacob Zuma, is forging ahead with his legal battle to reclaim the party for its original leaders who had made huge sacrifices to get MKP off the ground and voted for by millions. In his latest interview with BizNews,…
Ann Bernstein on the R100bn Transformation Fund - it’s wrong, wrong, wrong.
South Africa’s proposed R100 billion Transformation Fund aims to boost black-owned businesses, but experts warn it’s built on vague assumptions and misplaced trust in state efficiency. Ann Bernstein of the CDE advocates for evidence-based policymaking and greater private sector involvement to achieve real, sustainable economic transformation and inclusive growth.
Wayne Sussman - By-Election Trends: PA stronger than in 2024; KZN data “all over the place” - and the DA’s urban support
In a year of by-election results since the national election, the Patriotic Alliance (PA) is showing strong growth. In this interview with BizNews, their performance is highlighted by Elections Analyst Wayne Sussman who says “they are setting themselves up without a shadow of a doubt as the one party which…
BN Briefing: Musk regrets offending Trump, is State Capture back in SA? BEE theft in billions
In today’s BizNews Briefing, Elon Musk walks back anti-Trump posts as the fallout threatens SpaceX and Tesla. In South Africa, both Houses of Parliament pass the 2025 fiscal framework with DA support, while NPA head Shamila Batohi warns of internal sabotage - and earns a presidential summons. Plus, the Free…