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NewsWrap from BizNews: Frans Cronje; Wyatt on Musk, Trump; Michael Jordaan; De Beer on Phala Phala

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In this episode of NewsWrap, Frans Cronje unpacks South Africa’s shifting geopolitical allegiances; retired Colonel Chris Wyatt discusses Elon Musk, his relationship with Donald Trump and the Republican campaign; Montegray Capital CEO Michael Jordaan shares insights on what it will take for the newly formed Government of National Unity to grow SA’s economy; and Neil de Beer sheds light on the latest developments regarding President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Phala Phala scandal.

21 Oct 2024 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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