BizNews Radio
Welcome to BizNews Radio where we interview top thought leaders and business people from South Africa and across the globe.
Miningweb Weekly: Peter Major on Glencore’s big bets, copper hype and gold’s reality check
Veteran mining analyst Peter Major joins Alec Hogg to unpack Glencore’s aggressive JV spree, why copper may be running ahead of fundamentals, what’s driving asset sales at Robex, Tungela and Aveng, and why he’s sticking with gold ETFs but staying cautious on mining shares at current prices.
Director’s Cut: Amazon SA boss Robert Koen – Why online retail has “knocked it out the park”
Amazon Sub-Saharan Africa head Robert Koen tells Alec Hogg how the company’s South African launch has exceeded expectations, how nationwide delivery is working even into remote towns, why customer obsession beats competitor watching, and why he’s bullish on SA’s long-term retail growth despite political noise.
BizNews Briefing: Amazon booms in SA, banks see green shoots & Dalio’s gold warning
Amazon SA boss Robert Koen says online retail has “knocked it out the park,” Absa confirms economic green shoots as bad debts ease, MTN Zakhele collapses toward zero, Spar posts a R4.8bn loss, G20 gains scrutiny from Michael Louis, and Ray Dalio warns global debt is driving investors back to…
Jonathan Deal - Witness D: Dying for the truth in a “predatory” State
In his latest interview with BizNews, Safe Citizen Founder Jonathan Deal tells Chris Steyn that the assassination of Madlanga Commission Witness D is “a perfect illustration of where on the one hand the government has completely and utterly lost control of the security environment in which South Africans must live…
The Editor's Desk - Monday 8 December 2025
Here’s my take on why I’m not returning to Davos after 19 years, what it signals about the new WEF era, and the investment insights that matter today.
BizNews Daybreak Monday 8th December - Trump threatens Netflix/Discovery; MTN Zakhele disaster; SpaceX
Seize the day with the freshest news you can use to help you conquer another active business day - from the team at BizNews and our global partners. This episode features the latest in the Netflix takeover for Warner Brothers Discovery (Trump isn't a fan); European kickback to the US…
The NdB Sunday Show: Dr Michael Louis - Witness D assassinated amid plot to oust Cyril…
In the latest edition of the NdB Sunday Show, Chris Steyn hosts Dr. Michael Louis, the Chairman of the Independent Candidates Association and close friend of the late Neil De Beer. They talk about the shock assassination of Witness D, Marius “Vlam” van der Merwe, who had delivered such damning…
The Editor's Desk - Friday 5 December 2025
Insights from my exclusive interviews with the local heads of Amazon and Walmart on why "customer obsession" trumps competitor focus. Plus, we analyze Meta’s stock surge, Aveng’s confusing restructuring, and the facts behind John Steenhuisen’s background.
BN Briefing: Vodacom's big telecom move, FirstRand CEO on SA economy, Springbok star's business play
Vodacom heats up the African telecoms battle with the acquisition of an additional 20% of Safaricom for over R30 billion, aiming to consolidate the major Kenyan operator and M-Pesa. Meanwhile, FirstRand CEO Mary Vilakazi encourages businesses to look past headlines, citing constructive signs like corporate-led credit expansion and structural reforms…
Bok talent just the tip of the iceberg – ex-Springbok turned business strategist Flip van der Merwe
Former Springbok lock Flip van der Merwe has taken the lessons of high‑performance rugby into the boardroom, now working as a strategy consultant for business leaders. Living in Biarritz, France, he is also a co‑founder of the Lekker Network, which connects South Africans wherever they are. In an interview with…
BizNews Daybreak Friday 5th December - Meta dropping the 'verse, shares jump; FirstRand CEO shares good news;
Seize the day with the freshest news you can use to help you conquer another active business day - from the team at BizNews and our global partners. This episode features the latest from US stock markets including how investors loved a strategy change from Meta; Vodacom's massively positive mega…
Director’s Cut: Mary Vilakazi – Inside FirstRand’s bold bet on South Africa’s recovery
FirstRand CEO Mary Vilakazi joins Alec Hogg for a wide-ranging conversation on booming ROE, business confidence turning the corner, the UK regulatory headache, and why corporate cash is finally starting to move. From competition at home to opportunities across Africa, Vilakazi explains why she believes South Africa is entering a…
The Editor's Desk - Thursday 4 December 2025
Today, I reflect on Marco Rubio's G20 broadside, unpack Poland's rise, and share why a conversation with FirstRand's Mary Vilakazi left me hopeful.
Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee hasn’t shut the door on SA sport talent
The Trump administration’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas that came into effect in September has raised fears that it has shut the door on South African students who dream of following the path from American university sports scholarships to post-graduation jobs. However, Tyler Hollingsworth from Sable International says that,…
BizNews Daybreak Thursday 4th December - US launches another attack on 'ANC-led SA'
Seize the day with the freshest news you can use to help you conquer another active business day - from the team at BizNews and our global partners. This episode features a strong attack on "ANC-led South Africa" from the US Secretary of State; Wall Street's overnight performance; John Steenhuisen's…
Director’s Cut: Dries D'Hooghe - Walmart bets big on SA: “This is only the beginning”
Walmart Africa COO Dries D’Hooghe explains why the global retail giant is doubling down on South Africa, launching new stores, backing local suppliers, rolling out everyday low pricing, and plotting aggressive expansion in a fiercely competitive retail market.
(Ret.) Col. Chris Wyatt - Trump loses patience with Ramaphosa, Zelensky & Maduro…
In his latest interview with Chris Steyn, US Intelligence Analyst Retired Colonel Chris Wyatt describes how - and why - the US President has lost patience with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky and Venezuela's Nicholás Maduro. He says every time Ramophosa had a chance to be diplomatic…
Steenhuisen hits back: DA leader sets record straight on career, finances, and cabinet reshuffles
DA leader and Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen answers R.W. Johnson’s blistering personal attacks, sets the record straight on his career and finances, explains recent cabinet reshuffles, and outlines how he plans to steady both the party and the farming sector during the foot-and-mouth crisis.
The Editor's Desk - Wednesday 3 December 2025
Today I reflect ahead of my interview with John Steenhuisen as he’s set to respond to RW Johnson’s scathing critique, plus key market insights.
BizNews Daybreak - Wednesday 3rd December: Bitcoin surges; Michael Dell's $6.25bn pledge; FirstRand's UK fight
Seize the day with the freshest news you can use to help you conquer another active business day - from the team at BizNews and our global partners. This episode features Wall Street’s overnight performance, a Trump slump (and determination to rid the Fed of Powell), FirstRand’s fight, David Shapiro’s…