BN Briefing: Failing SOE bosses paid millions; National Dialogue boycotts; Trump-Putin; Bok fever

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Today’s BizNews Briefing spotlights multimillion-rand salaries for underperforming SOE bosses, more political parties withdrawing from the national dialogue, and PRASA’s R2.5bn refurbishment scandal. Internationally, Donald Trump prepares for a high-stakes summit with Vladimir Putin, while markets eye possible Fed rate cuts. Plus, Apple readies ambitious AI-powered devices, and the Springboks gear up for their Rugby Championship clash with Australia at Ellis Park.
14 Aug 6AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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