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BN Briefing: MKP heading for split; E Cape farm invasion; SA digests Russia switching sides

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In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, we provide context on breaking news of the day involving a looming split in the MK Party because of distress over its SG Floyd Shivambu; and the real story behind headlines of the Claremont farm invasion by 700 would-be new land owners in East London. Plus, Prof Irina Filatova has some canny advice for vocal and opinionated Pretoria after being abandoned by Russia - and getting no support from other BRICs; the country’s Public Administration guru warns about an indiscriminate slashing of State employees; and the swing from political left to right hits Silicon Valley.
26 Feb 8AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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