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BN Briefing: Trump's F-bomb, Israel on ceasefire/aims, Mashatile's triad, FinMin's drink cabinet
Donald Trump lashes out with an F-bomb over Israel-Iran ceasefire breaches, sparking global concern. Paul Mashatile faces scrutiny over alleged Lotto licence meddling, while DA youth leaders warn MP Liam Jacobs may regret his defection to the Patriotic Alliance. Finance Minister Godongwana’s proposal for full state funding of political parties…
Toby Chance: Minister Tau caught unawares by Mashatile’s Lotto Licence Links
Trade and Industry Minister Parks Tau was “surprised” by the links of Deputy President Paul Mashatile to the new Lotto licensee appointed by him at the end of May. So says Toby Chance, the Democratic Alliance (DA) spokesperson on Trade, Industry and Competition, after the Minister was questioned today. “Minister…
Ndipiwe Olayi: Liam Jacobs will regret his defection…
The shock defection from the Democratic Alliance to the Patriotic Alliance of Liam Jacobs has opened a can of worms. In this interview with BizNews, interim DA Youth Federal Leader Ndipiwe Olayi describes the reasons Jacobs put forward as “really unfair and untrue”. He recalls being with Jacobs the day…
BN Briefing: Trump-fuelled 'ceasefire', Iran nuclear program over? Afrikaners back in USA, Mr Coal
On today's BizNews Briefing, Tuesday, Trump claims an Israel-Iran ceasefire is in effect, urging on Truth Social: “Do not violate it!” Bloomberg notes that fighting persists. Iran’s 400 kg+ near-weapons-grade uranium raises US-Israel concerns, per the Financial Times. In Washington, Freedom Front Plus’ Corné Mulder pushes US partnerships, criticising ANC’s…
Toby Chance: Cabinet showdown looms with “Mr Coal” Mantashe over Special Economic Zone
In 2018, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the Musina Makhado Special Economic Zone intended to attract more than R40 billion in investment. Seven years later, Toby Chance, the Democratic Alliance’s spokesperson on Trade, Industry and Competition describes how expenditure has run into “hundreds of millions of rands” with planned expenditure of…
BN Briefing: Iran bunker-busted, now what? Broker Cyril, whitelisting, BEE shock explainer, Robotaxi
On today's BizNews Briefing, US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities escalate Middle East tensions, with President Trump pushing for talks or regime change. South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa seeks to mediate, but UIM’s Neil de Beer slams his “detached” stance on BizNews’ Sunday Show. Treasury’s Ismail Momoniat is optimistic about exiting…
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.