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ParkinsonsZA Mover and Shaker is pioneering a new path for patients in SA – Rakesh Harribhai
The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is rising, with 1 in 37 people expected to receive a diagnosis according to Parkinson’s UK. This increase is largely due to growing and ageing populations. In Africa, the relatively younger demographic leads to a lower prevalence, but the continent faces unique challenges in…
Understanding the DRC conflict where SANDF soldiers are dying
Tensions are escalating in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, where Rwandan-backed M23 rebels are battling government forces for control of the strategic city of Goma. Reports indicate thousands of Rwandan troops may have entered the region, heightening fears of a broader regional conflict. With South Africa playing a key…
Investment masterclass: ThinkCell CIO Tony Bell shares his market-driven strategy
Few names in South African asset management are as highly regarded as Tony Bell. In this insightful interview, the ThinkCell CIO explores how market-driven strategies and price signals shape effective investment decisions. He delves into stock valuation, market efficiency, and the critical role of economic signals in guiding investors. By…
Paul O’Sullivan v/s “Prime Evil” Duduzile Zuma
Former President Jacob Zuma's daughter Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla appeared in court today for allegedly inciting violence during the July 2021 riots. In this interview, forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan, who laid a charge against her in 2021 - and provided the police and the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) with forensic downloads of…
BN Briefing: SANDF suicide mission; Paul O'Sullivan on Duduzile Zuma; and capitalist activist Hersov
In today's BizNews Briefing: ISS Executive Director Dr Jakkie Cilliers and BizNews Journalist Linda van Tilburg weigh in on the doomed SANDF mission to DRC. Forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan unpacks the why Jacob Zuma's daughter Duduzile appeared in court today. Capitalist activist Rob Hersov has his "Milei moment", delivering a…
Hersov’s ‘Milei Moment’ - Exposing Uber Truths to save South Africa
Capitalist activist Rob Hersov was inspired to produce a local version after watching the recording of Javier Milei’s powerful WEF address. Mirroring the Argentinian president’s take-no-prisoners approach, Hersov speaks truth to South African power in a way sure to (again) raise hackles of fellow members the nation’s business elite. But…
BN Briefing: SA healthcare catastrophe; DA on JP Smith; SARB governor's "mutton reserves"?; and more
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing: Editor in Chief of the Bhekisisa Health Centre for Journalism, Mia Malan, details the severe impact of Donald Trump's freezing of global HIV programmes, with John Matisonn also weighing in on the situation. DA Chairperson of the Federal Council, Helen Zille, comments on…
BizNews Briefing: DA stays in GNU, Hersov applauds, but Transnet flashpoint looms
In this episode of the BizNews Briefing highlights from the DA’s top team telling us why the 20% party won’t be leaving the Government of National Unity - yet. Capitalist activist Rob Hersov explains why this is a smart move. Still, another flashpoint looms as the DA’s spokesman on finance…
Rob Hersov on Trump’s plans for ‘Iran-pal’ SA; why GNU must hold and more
In this interview, capitalist activist Rob Hersov shares insights of South African thought leaders about the critical issues of the moment - including US president Donald Trump’s “Colombia moment” that’s in gestation for Ramaphosa’s Iran-linked regime; and why it is critical for the Government of National Unity to hold. He…
Another GNU flashpoint looms on ANC’s Transnet Bailout call, DA says “inconceivable”
After narrowly averting an implosion of South Africa’s Government of National Unity over the president’s signing of the EWC Act, another major issue looms with the ANC’s demand SOE Transnet gets an Eskom-type bailout. DA spokesman on finance Mark Burke explains why this is “inconceivable”. If so, a crisis looms…
ANC “revenge” policies against minorities “shackle” the black majority…
The South African government “loves to view things based on revenge policies” against minorities whilst “forgetting that the same bills…are actually creating more hurdles” for the majority. So says Free SA’s Noluthando Hlophoyi. In this interview with BizNews, she describes the National State Enterprises Bill as “State Capture 2.0” and…
Milei’s example shows GNU was a mistake opposition parties should abandon - FMF
Free Market Foundation CEO David Ansara says recent actions by President Cyril Ramaphosa expose the folly of opposition parties joining a ‘Government of National Unity’, which was a ploy by the ANC to continue ruling as before. He points to Argentinian president Javier Millei’s success as evidence that tinkering with…
BizNews Brefing - Ramaphosa drives GNU onto rocks; DeepSeek smashes tech stocks
In this episode, BizNews editor Alec Hogg updates us on why SA’s Government of National Unity is teetering; explains why tech stocks have been hammered by China’s new IT Champion DeepSeek; and unpacks why President Donald Trump’s urgings to ‘Drill Baby Drill’ are unlikely to have any practical impact on…
The Cape at the precipice of descent into a “Narco State”
The Cape is “at the precipice of descent into an effective Narco State” - and the executive leadership of the provincial or national government is not “anywhere near suitably cognizant as to how few minutes or seconds remain before reaching the proverbial midnight”. This is the warning from counter-crime activist…
De Beer: The GNU in crisis, the land act, the leadership battles, MK’s “missing millions” - and tragedy in the Congo
In this edition of the Sunday Show, Neil de Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), comments on the crisis in the Government of National Unity (GNU) following President Cyril Ramaphosa's signing of the Land Expropriation Bill and says Democratic Alliance (DA) leader John Steenhuisen “can't just now…
Meet Mannas Fourie: The leader behind the rescue of 246 Stilfontein zama-zamas destined to return
Mines Rescue Services (MRS), under the leadership of Mannas Fourie, recently saved 246 illegal miners (zama-zamas) who were trapped in an abandoned mineshaft in Stilfontein, South Africa. The rescue operation was preceded by a tense standoff with authorities before MRS received the go-ahead. In an interview with Biznews, Fourie detailed…
Tim ‘Eggchasers’ Cocker: Rugby's universal values; Champions Cup magic; and his love for SA
In this week's episode of the BizNews Sports Show, co-hosts Rory Steyn and Patrick Kidd welcome Tim Cocker, the man behind the popular YouTube channel and podcast, Eggchasers Rugby. Cocker shares his unique journey in rugby media, discussing the universal values of the sport that resonate with fans, especially in…
BN Briefing: Ukraine's Zelensky on a Russia peace deal, Lord Hain vs Bain, US eyes AI Superpower
Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasizes the need for US troops in peacekeeping efforts with Russia, potentially involving Chinese President Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, Argentine President Melei seeks stronger trade ties with China.
British Lord vows to haunt “State Capture” corporate
British Lord Peter Hain has vowed to continue to “haunt” and pursue State Capture-implicated company Bain. Speaking to BizNews from the House of Lords after the British government decided not to re-suspend Bain from getting government contracts, Lord Hain says: “I would like every government in the world, because they…
Shapiro: SA economy falters; US tech boom lifts markets after Trump inauguration
David Shapiro from Sasfin offers his perspective on the current market landscape, touching on global trends, political shifts, and local performance. He highlights key sectors and shares a cautious outlook on future developments, as uncertainty continues to influence both local and international markets.