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BN Briefing: Jonas denied, Cyril's Commission, Gayton says grab the popcorn, catastrophe bonds, ASML

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In today's BizNews Briefing, with US tariffs looming, DA’s Emma Powell warns SA faces a diplomatic crisis as Ramaphosa’s envoy falters. Corruption Watch’s Moira Campbell discusses whistleblower protections for General Mkhwanazi post-explosive revelations. Minister Gayton McKenzie gears up for a bombshell testimony. Investors flock to catastrophe bonds as climate risks rise, while Tesla enters India’s car market and ASML rides the AI boom.

16 Jul 2025 4AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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