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FFM podcast ep18: Cracking the code; Bidcorp; Sibanye-Stillwater; T20 or Bazball?
Dive into the captivating world of fantasy fund management with the Fantasy Fund Manager Podcast. In this 18th week of the game, host Stuart Lowman from BizNews is joined by David Bacher, Chief Investment Officer, and Anthony Hall, Portfolio Manager, both from Corion Capital. Discover their strategies, insights, and experiences…
Cape Independence - latest poll has 58% in favour, advocates demand ballot in '24
The idea of the Western Cape's secession from South Africa continues to gather momentum, with the latest poll showing well over half of those who live in the province support independence. After the province's well-publicised Devolution Forum petered out, the Cape Independence Advocacy Group is now demanding that DA leader…
Msimang: You're dead wrong Dr Jeffery - ANC never bought into commie NDR
Deputy president of the ANC Veteran’s League, Dr Mavuso Msimang, has been a member of the movement for more than 60 years, having joined its armed wing umkhonto we sizwe in the 1960s. The science graduate, who also earned an MBA in the US, returned from exile to SA in…
Corruption all the way to the grave…
Even the dead in South Africa cannot escape the culture of corruption in the country. Bodies are piling up so badly at 136 State mortuaries that some relatives have to pay bribes to have post mortems done so that they can give their loved ones a dignified burial before they…
Helen Zille on the wave of ‘innovative corruption’ that’s taking hold in SA
In this wide ranging interview, the Democratic Alliance’s Federal Chair Helen Zille digs into the concept of ‘innovative corruption’ which she says is increasingly applied by her party’s competitors. A case in point is the bizarre story of the Metsimaholo Local Municipality in the Free State where the DA had…
Breytenbach slams Ramaphosa’s Anti-Corruption Investigating Directorate for doing “nothing”…
The Investigating Directorate (ID) set by President Cyril Ramaphosa four years ago has done “nothing”. That is the charge by Glynnis Breytenbach, the Democratic Alliance’so (DA’s) Shadow Minister of Justice and Correctional Services. She says “arrests don't translate into anything at all, unless the case goes to court and a…
Markus Jooste, Valumax, Mashatile - R5bn Tambo Springs joins corrupt dots
Birds of a feather tend to flock together. So when News24's Mashatile Unmasked investigation into SA’s deputy president turned up dodgy payments from a company called Valumax Projects, alarm bells started ringing for Francois Nortje. The Port of Gauteng developer explains in this explosive interview how he was courted by…
Farm Attacks: mostly greed and need - not always hate
Criminal intent and socio-economic desperation rather than racial hatred are behind many farm attacks in South Africa. This has emerged from a BizNews interview with former Public Prosecutor with the Department of Justice and ex South African Police Service (SAPS) Brigadier Julius Weideman. He is now a rural safety expert…
First SA electric minibus taxi could soon be spotted on Stellenbosch roads: Prof Thinus Booysen
There are 250,000 minibus taxis, many ageing on South African roads, spewing carbon emissions into the air. These emissions are surging with the near collapse of the country’s train system. Electric vehicles could transform health, carbon emission, and costs to hard-hit commuters. But, when it comes to the transition to…
BN@10: Ian Cameron on private security, El Salvador, IPID and SA citizens taking back their streets
In a detailed discussion involving Ian Cameron, Herman Mashaba, and the BizNews Community, various aspects of crime, policing, and security in South Africa are addressed. The conversation includes insights into books that shed light on organised crime, the overwhelming role of private security firms, and the inefficiency of the police…
How opposition’s voices were harmonised into a Multi-Party Charter – Zanele Morrison
South Africa is often held up as an example of how opposing political forces can come together despite hate, mistrust, and profound differences in their views on governing the country. However, for many, the concept of South Africa as the "rainbow nation," as coined by Archbishop Desmond Tutu, is now…
BN@10: Ian Cameron - Crime’s taproot: SAPS tops jobs are now ANC cadre retirement gigs
During the interview session of his keynote, crime activist Ian Cameron ripped away the plaster concealing the root of SA’s law and order problem - leadership of the SA Police Services has been stuffed with untrained and ANC party loyalists with often very dodgy ethics. The unintended consequences of this…
New BRICS a threat to democracy…
BRICS has taken a “dangerous political direction” with the admittance of new members like Iran and Saudi Arabia. That is the view of the Democratic Alliance’s (DA’s) Shadow Minister for International Relations and Cooperation Emma Louise Powell. She speaks to BizNews following the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa today (Thursday…
Maimane: Hope is mushrooming – SA’s youth will vote for political change in 2024. ANC is done.
Mmusi Maimane, former Leader of the Opposition and the founder of Build One SA, is ratcheting up his organisation’s Plan ahead of South Africa’s critical 2024 national election. This month BOSA unveiled an impressive first batch of candidates to fill positions it expects to be elected into in the National…
Ruda on Derek - the other half of Carte Blanche on her relentless 'paddy paws' partner
This enlightening interview explores the partnership of Ruda Landman and Derek Watts, two iconic co-hosts of South Africa's leading actuality television show, Carte Blanche. Ruda talks about a nearly 20-year collaboration, their impact on journalism during a transformative period in South Africa's history and the unique bond that made the…
RIP Derek Watts - Boss's tribute to Carte Blanche's authentic broadcasting superstar
After more than three decades as the face of the most potent investigative programme on South African television, Derek Watts (74) was one of the most recognisable of any face in his homeland. Watts passed away from cancer yesterday morning. Judging by the spontaneous public response, the nation truly appreciated…
FFM podcast ep17: Chasing pack; Truworths standout; lagging resources; slowing inflation
In the daring world of Fantasy Fund Manager, the powerhouses of profit aren't where you'd expect. The resource sector is conspicuously absent from the top ten winners' circle, leaving room for unexpected stars like Truworths, soaring 25%. Step into the spotlight and find a diverse top ten roster: three retail…
BN@10: Crime activist Ian Cameron - Corporate SA has failed us; its involvement with ANC won't improve things
In another hard-hitting keynote, his trademark, Action Society's Ian Cameron highlights deep-rooted issues within the criminal justice system in South Africa, expressing frustration at double standards, corruption, and a lack of vision. He also suggests some practical steps to fix a disastrous situation where more South African civilians are murdered…
Fears “coup regime” will hijack Zim election - despite weak opposition…
Zimbabwe is going to the polls today (Wednesday August 23) amid fears that the “securitised” State will hijack the election - despite facing a weak opposition. The International CEO of Good Governance Africa (GGA), Chris Maroleng, speaks to BizNews following his deportation from Zimbabwe last week. Maroleng and his team…
Opposition’s secret weapon? Meet ISANCO’s Zukile Luyenge, activist leader of ‘gatvol’ rural communities
ISANCO is perhaps the lowest profile of the seven political parties joining together in the Multi Party Charter of SA, but potentially it is one of the most potent. Deeply embedded within communities, the newly formed party scooped 14 councillor seats after only a few months of campaigning ahead of…