Lawyers and Estate Agents Accused of "Wilful Non-Compliance" by Financial Intelligence CentreHost Motheo Khoaripe and Ismail Momoniat, National Treasury DDG explore the obstacles preventing SA from being removed from the grey list and whether he is still hopeful that South Africa would be able to meet the 10-month deadline for providing the Financial Action Task Force with hard data about its efforts to stop money laundering and terrorist funding.  Sasol looks to another court to rule in its favour on the gas priceAs Sasol looks for another court to rule in its favour by deciding to appeal the decision of the Pretoria high court that set aside Nersa’s approval of the group’s maximum gas prices, Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Jaco Human, CEO of the Industrial Gas Users Association of Southern Africa on the matter as the association lead the charge to bring Sasol and Nersa to court.

Market Commentary Chris Steward, Portfolio Manager at Ninety-One and Mothe Khoaripe analyse top business and company stories of the day, as well as international and local markets. Inclusive transformation in SA - business's expectations from the new administration, SONA and the job to be done by this administrationMfundo Nkuhlu, Nedbank Group COO, and host Mother Khoaripe explore inclusive transformation in South Africa, discussing business expectations from the new administration, the State of the Nation Address, and the tasks ahead for this administration. Gold a key hedge for Trump 2.0Head of Multi-Asset Growth at NinetyOne Asset Management Iain Cunningham talks about how structural trends, growing US fiscal risk, and the possibility of Trump's comeback could push up gold prices in the upcoming years with host Motheo Khoaripe. ZOOM: Business Unusual -  Space Junk and Jewels Together with host Motheo Khoaripe, futurist and partner of TomorrowToday Graeme Codrington talks about "Space Junk and Jewels." Elon Musk's SpaceX launched a rocket containing twenty Starlink satellites over the weekend. Unfortunately, the satellites were released too low due to a failure that occurred a few minutes into the flight. They will so over the course of the next few days or weeks fall out of orbit and re-enter the atmosphere. Consumer ninja- Warning a banks about impending crime  Consumer ninja Wendy Knowler and host Motheo Khoaripe explore the consequences of notifying a bank about an impending fraud attempt on your account and discuss accountability for preventing it.  Shapeshifter –  Alan Gross, Co Founder and Director at Chef Works Motheo Khoaripe profiles Alan Gross, Co-Founder and Director at Chef Works. Chef Works is a Poway-based company that makes culinary and hospitality apparel, operates in over 90 countries and employs vast amount of people all over the world.

What Gives? Diamonds in South Africa are losing their sparkle? Peter Major, Director of Mining at Morden Corporate Solutions, and Motheo Khoaripe examine the factors that still hinder the diamond industry in South Africa. Can an Advisory Committee drive infrastructure development in the country? To further advance the nation's infrastructure development, Minister Dean Macpherson is forming an Infrastructure Advisory Committee. Senior Lecturer at Wits Business School Lumkile Mondi joins Motheo Khoaripe to discuss the new committee's role and if it would be sufficient to help with infrastructure development. Africa Business Focus  With host Motheo Khoaripe, Daniel Van Dalen, Senior Analyst, Country Risk and Political Risk, breaks down the most significant business stories from Africa that have occurred recently. Personal Finance - where to invest your stock market money for the next decade. Warren Ingram, co-founder of Galileo Capital and personal finance speaks to Motheo Khoaripe about where to invest your stock market money for the next decade.

Meryl Pick, Portfolio Manager at Old Mutual Investment Group goes through companies news, local and international markets with host Motheo Khoaripe.

The tax agency's ability to pursue taxpayers with intricate tax planning structures using evidence obtained behind closed doors has been confirmed by the Supreme Court of Appeal's following its decision to dismiss Christo Wiese and his associates' appeal in their R217 million tax dispute with the SA Revenue Service (Sars).Pieter Faber, senior tax executive at SAICA  provides analysis on how this highlights the powers of the tax agency to use evidence gathered behind closed doors to pursue taxpayers with complex tax planning structures

The nuclear regulator for South Africa, NNR, has announced that one of the plant's two units may continue to operate for an additional 20 years at the Koeberg nuclear power station. Unit 1 of the plant, west of Cape Town was set to have its 40-year operating license expire this month, but state-owned power company Eskom requested a 20-year extension to continue operations in an attempt to alleviate the severe power outages. We are joined by Princess Mthombeni, creator of Africa4Nuclear, to discuss the implications of the regulator's decision for the nation's power system over the next 20 years and how it will move away from a coal-dominated energy mix.

In South Africa, the illicit tobacco trade has actually grown to be a serious problem. Because of the growing illegal trade, British American Tobacco (BATSA) has had to reduce the amount of products it distributes and delivers directly to consumers. This has resulted in a decline in sales volumes. It is estimated that over 70% of all cigarettes consumed in the nation come from the illicit sector, with fewer than 30% coming from the legal market. To provide us with further information, Johnny Moloto, Area Head of Corporate & Regulatory Affairs for BAT Sub-Saharan Africa, speaks with host Motheo Khoaripe.   With 15 years of experience, Rose Digital helps you expand your company with data-driven digital strategy and interesting content.  

The SA Municipal Workers' Union (Samwu) has reached a one-year pay deal for a 7% raise for workers in the water industry represented in the Amanzi Bargaining Council. The growth rate surpasses the inflation rate of 5.2% observed in April and May. The largest municipal union, Samwu, which represents more than 160,000 of the almost 300,000 municipal employees in the nation, and the water boards of South Africa have an agreement that will last from July 1 to June 30, 2025. Speaking about this arrangement with host Motheo Khoaripe is national media officer Papikie Mohale. The escalation of geopolitical risks brought about by the continuing conflicts, which started with Russia's invasion of Ukraine and proceeded with the outbreak of hostilities in the Middle East. Due to this, there is now a greater demand for gold, which is often regarded as a safe haven asset. The rush for protection, the increase in gold recycling, worries about inflation, and central bank purchases are additional motivators. Morningstar South Africa's Senior Investment Analyst Michael Kruger goes into further detail on this in a lengthy interview with host Motheo Khoaripe. In May 2024, mining production decreased. Seasonally adjusted mineral sales at current prices decreased by 8.0% from April 2024 to the same month in 2024. Nonetheless, sales did exhibit a noteworthy trend, increasing by 9.8% in May compared to April. Following monthly fluctuations of 8.9% in March and -0.2% in April, this occurred. Host Motheo Khoaripe chats with Sitef & Co. founder and director Mihlali Sitefane to provide more details. In South Africa, there have been several odd weather events in recent months. These have included tornadoes that are unique in the KwaZulu-Natal area of South Africa, floods in the Eastern Cape, and mid-latitude cyclones in the Western Cape. The increase in global temperature resulting from a rise in carbon emissions is one of the primary causes of climate change. 2024 is one of the two years in which temperatures have reached record highs. Lee-Anne Bac, Director, Tourism Specialist Unit, BDO South Africa, talks about the extent of the damage with host Motheo Khoaripe. Scientists have criticized the government's most recent census, arguing that it is so flawed that it cannot be relied upon to track the success of critical programs like children's vaccinations or to allocate cash and resources. Stats SA's projection of 62 million people for the 2022 census is exaggerated by one million, and there are similarly significant discrepancies at the district and municipal levels. Dr. Pali Lehohla, a former statistician-general from South Africa, shares the tale with host Motheo Khoaripe.

A man who played a key role in the R1.9 billion loss at VBS Mutual Bank pled guilty to charges of money laundering, theft, fraud, and racketeering. As part of a plea and sentencing agreement with the State, former VBS head Tshifhiwa Matodzi pleaded guilty to 33 charges on Wednesday in the Gauteng High Court in Pretoria. He received a 15-year prison sentence as a condition of the agreement. In an interview with host Ray White, Pauli Van Wyk, a writer for Daily Maverick's Scorpio division, offers more background on this subject.  Following ArcelorMittal SA's (Amsa) announcement that its long-running steel division will remain functioning, a significant chunk of the steel value chain as well as the manufacturing sector in South Africa have expressed relief. This story is discussed by journalist Phillipa Rodseth and anchor Ray White on Business Live. Despite the downturn in M&A markets in many countries due to rising interest rates, the importance of ESG in acquisitions has increased globally in the previous twelve to eighteen months, according to the third year of the global organization's ESG Due Diligence study. Host Ray White, speaks with Ben April, the Director of ESG Leader Africa Financial Services at KPMG, about these findings. In addition to seizing over thirty laptops for further examination, four senior DPWI managers were put on precautionary leave. This story is discussed by host Ray White and Mybroadband Editor Jan Vermeulin.

Black frost destroyed crops in South Africa's northernmost province, Limpopo, leading a significant farmers' organization to issue a warning about looming food shortages in the region. Potatoes, tomatoes, and a host of other vegetables were damaged when black frost struck the province early on Sunday. To help us understand how much damage has been done, Paul Makube, Senior Agricultural Economist at FNB, converses with Motheo Khoaripe. Leading South African home loan provider Standard Bank says it is seeing a rise in first-time buyer activity, indicating that customers are bracing for an interest rate cut. In order to assist us understand the subtleties of the trend, host Motheo Khoaripe speaks with Kabelo Makeke, Head of Personal and Private Banking at Standard Bank South Africa. South Africa has fully embraced the potential of digital health technology to improve access to skills and services, boost the standard and coverage of healthcare, and promote healthy lifestyle changes to postpone the onset of acute and chronic illnesses. Because mobile devices are so widely used, we may now communicate with computers and with one other in new and speedier ways. This makes it more likely than ever that digital health will have an impact on our health and wellness, especially in light of recent technological advancements. Host Motheo Khoaripe is joined by Check Point's Workspace Solutions Architect Shayimamba Conco to discuss this future. South Africa's economic prospects are significantly impacted by the status of the global economy. The US Federal Reserve has declared its commitment to maintain higher interest rates in an effort to combat inflation. The rand might be impacted by this, and borrowing costs for developing nations like South Africa might increase. Talking with Ndumiso Kubheka, Chief Economist at KH Research Equity Partners, is host Motheo Khoaripe. As per the 2024 Global Risk Landscape, about 50% of global corporate leaders think that their companies have an antifragile approach towards risk. But only 7% of respondents said their organizations were "risk welcoming," and only 19% said they took a very proactive approach to risk management. To offer more background to this , Motheo Khoaripe speaks with Richard Walker, National Head of Risk Advisory Services, BDO SA.

According to the Financial Times, South Africa's state-owned electricity company Eskom may have reported an annual loss of up to R15 billion in the most recent year. Professor Harald Winkler discusses this possibility with host Motheo Khoaripe. Karl Westvig will take over as TymeBank's CEO on October 1. The SME-focused lender Retail Capital, which he co-founded, was bought by TymeBank in 2022. He currently serves as the CEO of the business and retail banking divisions of TymeBank. TymeBank is on target to surpass 10 million customers this year and wants to IPO in 2028. Host Motheo Khoaripe asks newly appointed CEO Karl Westvig additional questions. AutoZone, the largest privately held automotive parts store in South Africa, has declared its entry into business rescue, citing its inability to control its debt load in an increasingly challenging economic climate. Anton Resse, the strategic head of SME assistance at Fetola, hosts Motheo. CNBC International Reporter Arabile Gumede speaks with host Motheo Khoaripe about the minor differences between the UK and France in a tale of two elections.

Joining host Ray White to talk about Bank of America's prediction that South Africa's GDP may increase by 2% provided Eskom continues to make progress and maintain a steady power supply is Siobhan Redford, economist at RMB. Redford emphasizes the significance of dependable electricity for economic growth. Four of the six companies that the US added to its list of companies facing trade restrictions on Tuesday had ties to China's military training, according to a government announcement. According to the posting, their links to the South African Test Flying Academy and their use of Western and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) sources for training China's military forces made the addition of Grace Air (Pty) Ltd and Livingston Aerospace Limited of the United Kingdom, as well as Global Training Solutions Limited and Smartech Future Limited of China, possible. In order to explore the subtleties of this topic, host Ray White is joined by Erika Gibson, Senior Specialist Reporter from Media24. Shawn Marshall is reinventing the wardrobe for the contemporary consumer by fusing classic tailoring with a simple, casual look to produce hybrid items that work for any setting. Founder: Shawn Marshall Tsoka is a youthful, determined businessman who attended the University of Pretoria to study investment management. He never received a professional degree in fashion, but he has always studied the business, keeping an eye on trends and developing an own, chic sense of style.

Insiders allege that global megacorporation are abandoning South Africa's massive gas discoveries due to unhappiness with its administration. There is rising speculation that TotalEnergies will withdraw from its offshore gas finds in South Africa. The project's major partner, the Canadian business CNR International, has already stated its desire to depart. Although other parties have 30 days to make a choice, African Energy Corp has announced that it will move forward. Lumkile Mondi, Senior Lecturer at Wits Business School, speaks with host Ray White about the catastrophe.  Markets Commentary Grant Nader, Portfolio Manager of Benguela Global Fund Managers, joins host Ray White to discuss the day's market changes and the most recent events in business and finance. The future of SAA as it rebuilds South African Airways plans to quadruple the number of destinations served from its Johannesburg base by the end of April as it restructures its operations to focus on domestic and international travel following the failure of an investor deal. Guy Leitch, Editor of SA Flyer Magazine, joins presenter Ray White to examine the nuances of this topic. Gauteng citizens should not expect any substantial change after the premier 'recycled failed leaders'. With seven key positions in Premier Panyaza Lesufi's provincial cabinet, the Gauteng African National Alliance (ANC), which received 36.4% of the vote in May 29 polls, raised worries about the viability of the government of provincial unity. Ray White, host, discusses with Wayne Duvenage, CEO of Organization Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa), about the complexities of this story. The impact of the DTIC's recent leadership appointments on the business sector Given that industrial policy is once again popular in many economies, business and policy experts anticipate that Parks Tau, the newly appointed Minister of Trade, Industry, and Competition, will prioritize initiatives that support important industries, particularly those connected to the growing green economy. Nadia Rawjee, director of Uzenzele Holdings, discusses how the new leadership role will affect numerous company's operations. Small Business Focus: Understanding Your Business Purpose and Why It Matters A brief sentence (or two) that encapsulates the reasons you started your company is your business objective. It could be narrowly focused on a particular industry or sufficiently broad to cover additional and future company operations. You must distinguish the business purpose from your organization's vision or goal in order to understand it. In an interview with host Ray White, Aurik Business Accelerator CEO Pavlo Phitidis expands on this. Investment School: Is the Rand a Significant Factor in Offshore Investing? Investors understand that there are good reasons to invest abroad, such as the preservation of "hard" currency spending power, lower risk associated with emerging markets and South Africa, access to asset classes, industries, and companies not available in South Africa, and diversification benefits. Nonetheless, they frequently expend a remarkable amount of effort attempting to forecast the direction of the currency. Ray White and Chantal Marx, the head of stock research at FNB Wealth and Investments, will talk about offshore investing and whether or not the rand matters.

Bidvest offers to sell its bank. Old Mutual gears up for a new bank. How the banking sector in SA is changing  Old Mutual's plan to rename its new lender OM Bank—which completed building its digital platform and infrastructure at the end of last year—and Bidvest Group's intention to find a buyer for its banking asset before the end of 2024 Kokkie Kooyman, Director and Portfolio Manager of Denker Capital, discuss how the banking landscape is changing with host Ray White. Bloated cabinet and Finance minister’s plans contain it with fugazi funds  The finance minister and the bloated cabinet's plans involve fugazi funds. Host Ray White speaks with Ndumiso Kubheka, Chief Economist at KH Research Equity Partners, and JP Landman, Political and Trend Analyst, on the implementation. Markets Commentary Viv Govender, Portfolio Manager at Rand Swiss, speaks to host Ray White to discuss the day's market movements and the latest developments in business and finance. Status of the mining sector: retrenchments and illegal strikes  Among the many challenges confronting the mining industry, layoffs and unlawful strikes have had a significant influence in recent years. As a result, there has been volatility in the mining business. Furthermore, there are losses from taxes, royalties, employment, output, and investment. Host Ray White is joined by Andrew Levy, Labour Analyst of Andrew Levy & Associates, to provide us with an in-depth account of the nuances of the mining business. Shoprite provides online purchasing and bulk delivery for small businesses and spaza stores. Major obstacles that smaller retailers and spaza stores usually have to deal with include high fuel and transportation costs and difficulties meeting demand in the unofficial retail sector. Furthermore, overstocking can result in expensive carrying costs, an increased risk of theft, and cash flow issues. The wholesaler Shoprite has entered the e-commerce space by launching a cutting-edge digital solution for its Cash & Carry stores. In this segment, host Ray White is joined by Mark Cotton, Head of B2B eCommerce of the Shoprite Group, to offer more details. Business Unusual Richard Mulholland, the founder of Missing Link Social, speaks with host Ray White on how social norms conflict with market norms. Additionally, he clarifies why we ought to exercise caution while asking for discounts and freebies, even from friends. Consumer Ninja- The FAIS Ombud can now handle claims up to R3.5 million, as opposed to the previous cap of R800,000 Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler joins Ray White to talk about the FAIS Ombud and how they can now process claims up to R3.5 million instead of the R800,000 cap that has been in place for more than 20 years. Shapeshifter - Evan Jones ,  CEO of The Collective X  As CEO and board member of The Collective X, Evan Jones is the driving force behind the organization. In addition to enhancing young digital skills, boosting employment, and injecting a substantial R300 billion into the South African economy, the project seeks to treble the nation's output of in-demand digital jobs in the next three years. Host Ray White chats with Evan Jones, CEO of The Collective X, in today's shapeshifter feature. Evans offers further background.

Standard Bank's major breach issues Customers who believed their bank accounts had been compromised filed many complaints on the Standard Bank X handle (@StandardBankZA) on Tuesday morning. Many of them said that they were unable to restrict their cards or accounts due to the lengthy wait in the bank's contact center queue. In an interview with host Ray White, Steven Ambrose, MD of Atvance Intellect, addresses possible causes of the disruption. The JSE and bonds are benefiting from the election results. The South African stock market has risen by 2% since the May election, which yielded positive results for the market. Following the unveiling of the government of national unity (GNU) cabinet on Monday, the JSE closed higher. Along with host Ray White, Dawie Roodt, founder, director, and chief economist of the Efficient Group, adds more context. Market Commentary  Norman Mackechnie, an independent investor, joins host Ray White to discuss the current status of the world markets in today's market commentary. Caxton brings out the grave worry about Media24. Caxton and CTP Publishers have expressed concern about the closure of certain Media24 news properties once again, claiming that the latter had offered options but chose not to accept them. In order to offer more context to this topic, host Ray White chats with William Bird from Media Monitoring Africa. 702 Walk the Talk: Hospitality packages and how corporates may purchase them This year's 702 Walk the Talk, presented by the City of Tshwane, commemorates 30 years of democracy as we walk together through our capital, beginning in Freedom Park, past important historical sites along the way, and ending on the magnificent lawns of the Union Building. Dany Blumberg joins host Ray White to explain how organizations and businesses can obtain hospitality packages and how corporations can acquire them. Signals: What the fall of the Roman Empire can teach us about the current decline of the US Hywel George, director of investments at Old Mutual Investment Group, talks about how the fall of the Roman Empire can teach us about the current status of the United States in a conversation with host Ray White. Africa Business Report Author of Rumble in the Jungle Reloaded and founding director of Tribe Africa consulting, Dr. Rutendo Hwindingwi, examines the most important business stories from around the continent in conversation with host Ray White. Personal Finance: Building a silent path to financial independence Co-founder of Galileo Capital Warren Ingram speaks with host Ray White on many ways to subtly compound one's way to financial freedom.

The CEO of Business Unity SA, Cas Coovadia, the chancellor of the University of the Free State and a former president of Business Unity South Africa, and managing director of Krutham, Peter Attard Montalto, discuss the recently announced cabinet and the Government of National Unity (GNU) with host Ray White. JSE lists Rainbow Chicken Rainbow Chicken Limited satisfies all JSE requirement. Commencing on June 26, 2024, its shares will be listed on the Main Board of the JSE.  Business Book feature -   Optimal by  Daniel Goleman Daniel Goleman, the author of Optimal, discusses how to maintain organizational and personal excellence on a daily basis in his most recent book. Which, in this timely and helpful book, emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence (EI) and how it impacts both personal and professional life. Ian Mann, an MD at Gateways Business Consultants and a frequent book critic, is interviewed by host Ray White. How I Make Money - with Executive Headhunter  Verushka Singh Verushka Singh is a Principal Consultant at Amrop Woodburn Mann in South Africa, with over 15 years of expertise in the recruiting market. She speaks with host Ray White on what she looks for as a headhunter.

•    Controversies about cabinet posts threaten GNU. What comes next in SA? Independent political analyst Khaya Sithole and senior lecturer Lumkile Mondi of Wits Business School give more background on the reforms in a conversation with broadcaster Ray White. The case of the wobbly GNU and wobbly currency  •    The host, Ray White, discusses South Africa's precarious GNU and currency position with Andre Cilliers, Director and Currency Strategist at TreasuryONE. Friday File -Mmakuba Lodge- Where nature touches your soul.  •    Under the warm rays of the South African sun, the intriguing Mmakuba Private Game Lodge is only a two-hour drive from Johannesburg's busy city center. Director of Mmakuba Private Game Lodge, Refiloe Mufamadi speaks to host Ray White to tell us more.

•    Presenter Bruce Whitfield moderates a conversation about "ONE THING" with Dr. Imtiaaz Sooliman, founder of Gift of the Givers; Alan Knott-Craig Jr., former CEO of iBurst and Mxit and current chairman at Isizwe.com; and Judy Dlamini, Chancellor of the University of the Witwatersrand and founding chairman of Mbekani Group. This one thing might fundamentally lead the country toward a more affluent future by having a knock-on effect on society and the economy.  •    "The ONE Thing," a lecture by GIBS professor Adrian Saville, has the ability to significantly affect the country's economy and society and bring about future success. Host Bruce Whitfield receives a vote of gratitude from Alastair Teeling-Smith of 702 Programming and Tessa Van Staden of 567 Cape Talk Programming for their friendship and 20 years of business updates.  •    Bruce Whitfield discusses "The ONE THING" that would make South Africa investable with Tito Mboweni, a former governor and minister of finance; Hendrik Du Toit, CEO of Ninety-One; Mark Barnes, executive chairman and CEO of Purple Group and the former CEO of the SA Post Office and Dr. Richard Friedland, CEO of Netcare.

•    Bruce Whitfield, the host, speaks with Governor Lesetja Kganyago of the South African Reserve Bank on the "one thing" he thinks can hasten the country's economic development. •    Host Bruce Whitfield and Katlego Maphai, CEO of Yoco, explore the "one thing" that could further strengthen South Africa's start-up and small business sectors. •    Adrian Gore, the founder and group chief executive officer of Discovery Limited; Sim Tshabalala, the CEO of Standard Bank Group; and Cumesh Moodliar, the CEO of Investec Bank, join Bruce Whitfield to talk about the "one thing" that, in their individual perspectives, would improve South Africa's banking, investment, and economic sectors. 

•    The hosts, Bruce Whitfield, Maya Fischer-French, Personal Finance Journalist at Maya on Money, Gugu Sidaki, Director and Wealth Manager at Wealth Creed, and Warren Ingram, Co-Founder of Galileo Capital, discuss their 'one-thing' that can improve a household's personal finances. •    In an interview with Bruce Whitfield, Dr. Frank Magwegwe, Head of Financial Wellness and Advisory at Nedbank and GIBS faculty member, Nicky Newton-King, Former CEO of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Chairman of the Stellenbosch University Council NED, and Mike Abel, Chief Executive Partner and Co-Founder of M&C SAATCHI ABEL discussed how the economy and society are impacted by a butterfly effect and how it has the potential to drastically alter the trajectory of events in the country toward greater prosperity. •    Bruce Whitfield, host, speaks with Dr. Rutendo Hwindingwi, the founding director of Tribe Africa consultancy and author of Rumble in the Jungle Reloaded, and Dianna Games, the CEO of Africa At Work, about 'ONE THING' that South Africa can do to further the continent.

 Ervin Tu, interim CEO of Naspers &  Prosus takes Bruce Whitfield through the company’s financial results and also discusses management changes of the group as it welcomes a new chief executive.  Futurologist and Independent Scenario Planner Clem Sunter and  Co-Founder at Retroviral Mike Sharman speak to Host Bruce Whitfield about one thing they would implement that would have a multiplier effect through the economy and what that would practically look like in this day and age  Ghaleb Cachalia, a Former DA MP and Public Enterprise Spokesperson, speaks candidly with Host Bruce Whitfield about how GDP isn't an accurate measure of the improvement of the plight of the disadvantaged and impoverished and to share more of his thoughts. Worldwide supplier of cutting-edge customised development and selection solutions for people, groups, and organisations. Based on their comprehensive suite of digital psychometric resources, they develop and provide state-of-the-art products that certify and assist a global community of Practitioners with an emphasis on organisational transformation. Nicole Sorrell, co-founder and global director of Lumina Learning, speaks with host Bruce Whitfield to provide further context. 

Energy expert Matthew Cruise speaks to Africa Melane about The City of Johannesburg (COJ) and City Power have been ordered by the Johannesburg high court to settle their overdue debt with Eskom; the utility has stated that it wants the money paid immediately. Host Africa Melane speaks to Carlos Crain, Global Brand Ambassador for Volcan De Mi Tierra Tequila, on the exceptional brand.

In the near future, Cilo Cybin Holdings intends to make other acquisitions in the biotech and medical cannabis industries.The group plans to list as a special purpose acquisition vehicle (SPAC) on the AltX on June 25 and hopes to go public in the US in the coming years. The company is searching both locally and internationally for the acquisition of distribution companies and other branded products. To provide further details, Gabriel Theron, the founder and CEO of Cilo Cybin, speaks to host Motheo Khoaripe.  In the current fiscal year, the government anticipates earning over R89 billion from the general gasoline charge, which brings its total revenue over the last ten years to over R730 billion. Although this month's high prices for gasoline and diesel provided some respite for South Africans, the cost of fuel is still more than 50% more than it was two years ago and almost twice as high as it was ten years ago. Telkom SA SOC Limited has released enhanced financial statements for the fiscal year that concluded on March 31, 2024, demonstrating a more resilient and powerful operational performance from the business. Despite inflationary pressures, the positive outcomes are achieved. The sustained demand for next-generation offerings was the primary driver of increased operating margins. The Montana facility was purchased by Sibanye-Stillwater shortly before palladium prices surged. They have since collapsed, and the business is now compelled to renegotiate agreements related to its enormous debt. Arnold van Graan, Head of Market Research at Nedbank, joins host Motheo Khoaripe to explain the ins and outs of this deal

Young people are gambling more and more these days, frequently lured by the excitement of taking risks and the possibility of rapid financial gain. The Financial Section Conduct Authority (FSCA) is cautioning young people about the risks of gambling during Youth Month. Gambling may become an addiction and cause financial losses that can have a devastating impact on families. Claire Heckrath talks with host Motheo Khoaripe to provide us with an understanding of the research that was done. The goal of potential adjustments to import taxes is to level the playing field for both domestic and foreign competitors in South Africa's textile and clothing sector, not to harm consumers. Next month, Temu and Shein will impose additional taxes on small-volume, low-value garment orders. Last week, Dan Marokane, the new leader of Eskom, visited the Medupi power station outside of Lephalale on a "healing" mission. It was his first visit to Medupi since he was suspended by Eskom in 2015. Marokane was one of four top managers suspended, including the head of group capital at the time who oversaw Eskom's development projects. With host Motheo Khoaripe, Mthunzi Luthuli, Managing Director of Luthuli Corporation, talks about the first 100 days of Dan Marokana's administration and the 81 days without load shedding. SA Inc. shares, which are stocks of businesses that generate the majority of their revenue in South Africa, surged in value on Friday following the signing of a framework agreement by the ANC, DA, and IFP to establish a government of national unity (GNU). The idea of a government coalition including pro-nationalization parties like the EFF and MK has alarmed international businesses. According to Bloomberg, the South African bank stock index hit a record high earlier on Friday, rising about 6% at one point, marking the largest increase since November 2020. John Biccard, the Ninety One Value Fund's portfolio manager, discusses with host Motheo Khoaripe.

In an interview with host Bruce Whitfield, Professor Patrick Bond discusses this week's political events, including Cyril Ramaphosa's re-election, the new GNU, the response from opposition parties like the EFF and MK, the market's reaction, and traders' current expectations of potential rate cuts due to GNU optimism.  In a stunning validation of his leadership, shareholders of electric carmaker Tesla voted to reinstate Elon Musk's $44.9 billion (R830 billion) incentive plan. Michael Treherne  Portfolio Manager at VestAct Asset Management joins host Bruce Whitfield to provide additional context.  Zwelakhe Mnguni the CIO of Benguela Global Fund Managers speaks to host, Bruce Whitfield and analyses top business and financial news of the day.  Where the commonplace turns unusual is called Obscura. Tucked away in Rosebank, South Africa's bustling centre, Obscura is more than simply a pub; it's an experience that transcends convention. Taking a unique approach is at the core of Obscura. Our expertly prepared food and drinks take your taste buds on a voyage through flavours that awaken your senses and alter your ideas about the traditional way of doing things. .... speaks to host Bruce Whitfield to tell us more. 

BYD (Build Your Dreams), a Chinese firm, has secretly unveiled South Africa's cheapest electric automobile. The new BYD Dolphin is a mid-sized electric hatchback comparable to the Toyota Corolla and Mazda3. Dolphin offers two versions, with pricing starting at R539,900 for the base model and R599,900 for the extended range.  The latest news that will surprise readers and the South African media establishment is discussed by host Bruce Whitfield and William Bird of Media Monitoring Africa. Media24 plans to liquidate a number of its prominent print magazines, including City Press, Rapport, Beeld, and Daily Sun. It is acknowledged that October is when the axe might fall. The decision to close them has been independently verified by four individuals within the media company.  Should businesses give their employees digital gadgets, such as watches or rings, to track their health? It's a major violation of privacy, but on the other side, it might be helpful as a gauge of mental and physical health. What would happen if one chose to opt out? Dave Kitely joins host Bruce Whitfield to discuss if and how this would work.   Chief Excitement Officer Allon Raiz speaks to host Bruce Whitfield about small businesses and the Flowcode strategy, which is a system designed to assist companies in developing a plan that is bespoke to them. Which debuted roughly a month ago. 

SPAR's continued although the operating settings were difficult, SPAR's ongoing operations had a mixed performance. The Group's ongoing operations in South Africa, Ireland, South West England, and Switzerland had a 7.9% growth in turnover, amounting to R77.2 billion. Inflationary cost pressures and persistently high interest rates have put strain on businesses and consumers alike in all regions. Considering the difficult operating conditions, continuing operations produced a mixed performance. The Group's ongoing operations in South Africa, Ireland, South West England, and Switzerland had a 7.9% growth in turnover, amounting to R77.2 billion. Inflationary cost pressures and persistently increasing interest rates have put pressure on businesses and consumers alike in all regions. Angelo Swart, CEO of Spar Group, talks with host Bruce Whitfield to provide further information.  The Johannesburg High Court ruled that renowned law firm Edward Nathan Sonnenberg Inc. (ENS) was culpable for the woman's fall victimization to a common cybercrime known as "business email compromise" (BEC), and that the firm was ordered to pay the woman R5.5 million plus interest in addition to her legal fees. However, the Supreme Court of Appeal reached a different decision this week, sustaining ENS's appeal against the six-month-old ruling. Judith Hawarden's claim was dismissed by the SCA along with two attorneys' fees. Our consumer ninja Wendy Knowler speaks with host Bruce Whitfield to shed more light on the situation.  Sumayya Vally, an internationally acclaimed South African-born architect, takes Bruce Whitfield on a journey through the convoluted but fascinating world of design. She is the founder and principal of Counterspace, an architecture and research organization. She climbed to notoriety and the spotlight at an early age, garnering international praise in the field of architecture. Vally is inspired by Johannesburg and its surroundings. 

The Group's success was made possible by Premier's unwavering focus on margin management, upskilling our workforce, and optimizing operational efficiencies. Despite financial limitations, Premier has been able to deliver on its investment case with resiliency and dedication to its goal because to R6 billion in capital expenditures over the previous ten years. Premier Group CEO Kobus Gertenbach joins with host Bruce Whitfield to help us comprehend these results. In recent months, a number of phishing schemes that target eFiling taxpayer profiles have surfaced, leading to the hacking of taxpayer profiles and the takeover of businesses. The major goal of scammers is to change banking information and login credentials so they may later file fake value-added tax (Vat) returns that are paid to the scammer's bank account. Host Bruce Whitfield speaks to Jean-Louis Nel, tax attorney at Van Huyssteens Commercial Attorneys, on how to safeguard your account and why and how the South African Revenue Service (Sars) will hold a taxpayer accountable if the fraud originates within the firm. In just over four years, Plato Coffee, a South African success story, has grown from its humble beginnings selling coffee out of a container in Centurion to a thriving empire with 58 outlets nationwide. Today, Plato Coffee employs about 350 people throughout South Africa, runs 20 corporate-owned and 38 franchise locations, and has a state-of-the-art roastery. Host Bruce Whitfield speaks to brothers Stephan and Petrus Bredel, the creators of Plato Coffee, about their adventure. Can a family handle personal finance management together? Create a family budget, discuss the five wellbeing areas and what they mean, set clear financial goals, review and maximize insurance, plan ahead for future expenses, teach children financial responsibility, use technology and financial tools wisely, hold regular family meetings, and seek professional advice. Bruce Whitfield is joined by Gugu Sidaki, Director and Wealth Manager at Wealth Creed, as she discusses how to have a family.

Absa's new Homeowner's Sentiment Index for Q1 2024 reveals an increase in confidence in the South African property market. Nondumiso Ncapai, Head of Product for Absa Home Loans and Dr Andrew Golding who is the Chief executive at the Pam Golding Property Group joins host Bruce Whitfield to tell us more. Interim CEO of airline SAA John Lamola recently stated that they are working on a business plan that will ensure all its cash requirements are funded via capital markets and not by the National Treasury to help us understand what this would mean for the airline is ,Publisher & Editor Dr Guy Leitch joins Bruce Whitfield. Ian Mann, Regular Book Reviewer and MD at Gateways Business Consultants, joins host Bruce Whitfield to discuss how Flyvbjerg demonstrates how you can. Recognize that your biggest danger is you. How Big Things Get Done, filled with vivid examples ranging from the construction of the Sydney Opera House to the production of Pixar blockbusters to an errant home repair in Brooklyn, demonstrates how to complete any ambitious project on schedule and under budget. My Back Pages: An undeniably personal history of publishing 1972–2022, his memoir, was published last year. Among his generation, his experience as a publisher is unmatched. He has published journals, scientific and medical works, digital works, and general works at various points during the last fifty years. Richard Charkin a multifaceted publisher speaks to Host Bruce Whitfield to give us more insight.

Anthony Thunström, CEO of TFG, discusses the company's annual results with Bruce Whitfield. TFG reported a 22% full year increase in online turnover, amid rising competition from Chinese retailers Shein and Temu. The group announced that online retail sales reached R5.6 billion, accounting for 9.9% of the total retail turnover for the year. This growth in online sales is largely due to the success of their Bash platform in South Africa. Patrick Mathidi, head of Equities at Aluwani Capital Partners joins host Bruce Whitfield to analyse the day's market fluctuations and delve into the latest developments in business and finance. Bruce Whitfield is joined by Founder &  Manufacturer of Nungu Diamonds  Kealeboga Pule to speak to us on the intriguing  sector of the  state of Luxury diamond sector.

 Portfolio Manager at VestAct Asset Management, Michael Treherne joins Bruce Whitfield to speak about Nvidia which seems to be stirring the water, we find out what we need to know about this company. Sygnia co-founder and CEO Magda Wierzycka tells Bruce Whitfield of how she was affected by a data breach at Discovery Insure. Discovery leaked the personal information of 19 of its customers to phone call scammers, including residential addresses and policy details. Business think tank the Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) CEO Ann Bernstein tells Bruce Whitfield that a new coalition government has a mountain to climb. The CDE has been carrying out policy research for a new economic agenda it wants to see implemented and warns that country's leaders are "running out of time".  Chantal Marx, Head of equity research at FNB Wealth and Investments and Bruce Whitfield to discuss how companies behave around mergers and acquisitions.

Chris Yelland, Energy Analyst and MD at EE Business Intelligence, joins Bruce Whitfield to discuss how The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) is negotiating with authorities to potentially increase the free electricity provided to low-income households. Currently, over 8 million households in South Africa benefit from the free basic electricity (FBE) program, receiving 50 kWh per month. At the end of May, Nersa approved a new rate for FBE, which municipalities must pay Eskom for supplying this free power. Starting July 1, the rate for the 2024/25 municipal financial year will be 194.40c/kWh, a 12.5% increase from the previous rate of 172.76c/kWh. Siobhan Redford,  Economist at RMB takes host, Bruce Whitfield through The RMB/BER Business Confidence Index. It edged up ahead of the national election in May, with businesses in the country taking a wait-and-see approach to the country’s future now that the results have been declared. Siphiwe Moyo, Executive Director of the Organisational Behaviour Institute, joins Bruce Whitfield to discuss fostering an inclusive work environment amidst political noise. They explore strategies for leaders and HR to navigate sensitive topics, promote open dialogue, and create a sense of belonging and respect within diverse teams. Maintaining such an environment, especially during South African coalition talks, can enhance employee engagement, productivity, and overall organisational success. Bruce Whitfield profiles Zwelakhe Mnguni, the CIO of Benguela Global Fund Managers. Mnguni grew up in a squatter camp in Sebokeng, south of Johannesburg. After finishing school, he worked as a security guard for four years to save money for his education. Despite his humble beginnings and challenging circumstances, Mnguni pursued his dreams. Today, he is a co-founder of Benguela Global Fund Managers and serves as its chief investment officer, overseeing R7.2 billion in assets under management.

Old Mutual Chief Group Economist Johann Els and Bruce Whitfield delve into the latest gross domestic product figures that showed 0.1% contraction in the first quarter of 2024 - which was worse than economists expected. 2024 was off to a disastrous start, with local consumer demand weak and mining output shrinking by 2.3 percentage points. Platinum group metals, coal, gold and manganese ore were the worst performers. Dr Rutendo Hwindingwi, Founding Director at Tribe Africa advisory & author of Rumble in the Jungle Reloaded, joins Bruce Whitfield to delve into the latest developments shaping business narratives across the African continent. Warren Ingram, co-founder of Galileo Capital and a personal finance expert, together with Bruce Whitfield, explores strategies for safeguarding against market panic. Stock market and currency volatility are inevitable for investors. However, significant events like elections or market crashes can exacerbate this volatility, turning the market's ups and downs into a wild rollercoaster ride with stomach-churning drops.  Bruce Whitfield is joined by Duncan McLeod, Founder and Editor at TechCentral, to provide more insight into the Canal+ R30bn bid for MultiChoice. An independent board set up by MultiChoice has determined that the R125 per share offer by French media giant Canal+ is “fair and reasonable” to shareholders of SA’s video entertainment group.

 Advocate Mtho Xulu and host Bruce Whitfield discuss the business sector's plans under South Africa's new coalition government. Business lobby groups stress that politicians must choose between the rule of law with economic growth or undoing recent progress.They highlight the need for job creation, economic growth, and revenue generation. Razia Khan, Chief Economist at Standard Chartered Bank, Claude de Baissac, CEO of Eunomix, and host Bruce Whitfield discuss international market reactions to South Africa’s elections. The results have investors torn between anxiety over possible coalition outcomes and hopes for a market-friendly government. Before the vote, optimism about an ANC-led coalition boosted the rand and other assets. Toby Shapshak, Chief at Stuff Studios, joins host Bruce Whitfield to review the Sonos Arc headphones. The standout feature of the Sonos Arc is its True Cinema mode. This mode enables the Sonos Ace to connect with a Sonos Arc soundbar and stream TV audio directly to the headphones via Wi-Fi, providing an immersive listening experience enhanced by Dolby Atmos. Bruce Whitfield highlights Renier Lombard, Managing Director of Flance Directive Creators, whose company specializes in overseeing the online branding of celebrities and businesses worldwide.

South Africa's Monetary Policy Committee has decided to keep interest rates on hold at 8.25% in their recent gathering, Chief Economist at Stanlib Asset Management, Kevin Lings speaks to Bruce Whitfield to shed light on how regular South Africans are affected. Chair of the British Chamber of Business in Southern Africa and Dean and director of Henley Business School Africa, Jon Foster-Pedley joins Bruce Whitfield to address why executives need to eliminate all the fluff and be direct when it comes to effective communication and leadership within companies. Bruce Whitfield is in conversation with CEO at Aurik Business Accelerator, Pavlo Phitidis on crucial lessons from the businesses that thrived post riots, floods, uncertainty and self-doubt. Maya Fisher-French, a Personal Finance Journalist at Maya on Money, joins host Bruce Whitfield to examine the advantages and disadvantages of Crowd Farming as an investment option. Additionally, they address the necessity of regulation and measures for safeguarding investors.

Martin Kingston, Chairman of Business for South Africa (B4SA), discusses the 2024 SA Elections and strained business-government relations with host Bruce Whitfield. Business Leadership SA warned of partnership withdrawal if nationalisation and new taxes are pursued by the ruling coalition. Over 130 CEOs previously committed to aiding the government in addressing critical challenges like electricity, logistics, and crime to bolster economic growth amid self-induced crises. Simon Gregory, CEO at SunBet, joins host Bruce Whitfield to discuss the 2024 SA Elections, exploring the possibility of betting on the next president and whether load shedding will resurface post-elections. SunBet, a division of Sun International, has initiated a light-hearted election betting campaign, akin to UK bookmakers but with small bets. Gregory shares insights on SunBet's analysis of betting trends based on demographics like gender, age, and province, revealing intriguing findings. Additionally, he provides cute visual characters from the election campaign. Consumer expert Wendy Knowler and host Bruce Whitfield discuss the misleading assurance of roadworthy cars, revealing that a recently serviced car with a current certificate may still have hidden collision repairs. Roadworthy tests identify visual defects but don't always detect previous accident damage. Host Bruce Whitfield presents a profile of Judge Johann Kriegler, who served as an advocate at the Johannesburg Bar for 25 years before becoming a provincial and then appellate judge. In 1994, he was appointed as a Justice of the Constitutional Court. Kriegler played a pivotal role as the head of the Independent Electoral Commission during South Africa's inaugural democratic elections and was instrumental in founding the permanent electoral commission, which he chaired until 1999.

Sean Summers, CEO of Pick n Pay, discusses the company's financial results with host Bruce Whitfield. Pick n Pay has reported a full-year's loss and has decided to withhold its dividend. The company moved into the red for the 2024 financial year due to a significant trading loss in its Pick n Pay retail segment, which overshadowed the strong performance of its Boxer division. Kyle Findlay, researcher and co-founder at Murmur, discusses with host Bruce Whitfield how the influence-for-hire trend is distorting public discourse and posing a threat to the foundations of democracy. With election day approaching, a Daily Maverick investigation has revealed that the buying and selling of influence on the social media platform X is becoming a significant trend that warrants scrutiny. Jolandi Becker, Managing Director of Good Night Baby, shares her expertise as a baby sleep specialist with host Bruce Whitfield. Good Night Baby is a consultancy dedicated to assisting parents whose children have sleep difficulties, particularly those who struggle to sleep through the night. Their focus is on providing a holistic approach to improving day naps and overall sleep health for both children and parents.

To paint a more vivid picture on Google's announcement to build a new, high capacity subsea cable system that connects Africa and Australia is Founder and Editor at Techcentral Duncan McLeod who speaks to Bruce Whitfield. Bruce Whitfield is joined by Estimator at Jacobs Bros Boat Builders ,Taariq Jacobs who takes him on a cruise down memory lane on how him and his brothers started a luxury yacht business and how they have managed to keep afloat all these years. Financial Educator at Just One Lap Simon Brown joins Bruce Whitfield to speak on how Rand Merchant Bank aims to issue wildlife bonds to raise money for the conservation of African wild dogs and lions and how one can be apart of this. 

Cumesh Moodliar, CEO of Investec Bank joins Bruce Whitfield to peruse through the company's annual financial results. The bank, which has operations in Britain and is listed on the London Stock Exchange, reported a 9.1% increase in full-year profit and declared a final dividend of 19 pence per share. Bruce Whitfield  is joined by Anne Bernstein,  Executive Director of the Centre for Development and Enterprise who enlightens him on recent findings of   50% of SA households now benefitting from social grants.  The Well-Lit Elephant in the Room: Is Loadshedding Actually Over? Nato Oosthuizen, Partner and Renewable Energy Expert at BDO South Africa, shares his thoughts on  the energy crisis and loadshedding with Bruce Whitfield. Despite over a month of uninterrupted electricity in South Africa, some speculate it’s an election ploy.  Deon Gouws, Chief Investment Officer at Credo, discusses investor risk with Bruce Whitfield, emphasizing its importance in achieving higher returns. While often misunderstood, risk is essential for potential rewards. 

Mining experts and host Bruce Whitfield discuss BHP’s final attempt to acquire Anglo American. The bid was rejected by the mining giant and the state-owned Public Investment Corporation, which owns over 7% of Anglo American. Anglo American Plc’s second-largest shareholder stated that BHP Group’s takeover offer needs a “meaningful revision,” making these public comments just hours before the deadline for BHP to either commit to an offer or withdraw. Liandra da Silva, Economist at Nedbank, and host Bruce Whitfield analyze the latest inflation figures. According to Stats SA, consumer prices saw minimal movement in April, with headline inflation slowing to 5.2%, down from 5.3% in March. This aligns with economists’ expectations for headline inflation to remain steady after its first decrease in 2024, from 5.6% in February. Jonathon Liebmann, founder of BlackBrick, is The Money Show's Shapeshifter. He talks with host  Bruce Whitfield about his career and founding BlackBrick, which has quickly become Africa's fastest-growing apartment hotel brand since 2019. With properties in Sandton and Foreshore, and a new hotel in Bedfordview, BlackBrick plans to expand to Gardens by February 2025 and Umhlanga by December 2025, establishing a strong nationwide presence.

Jonathan Liebmann, co-founder of BlackBrick, is The Money Show's Shapeshifter. He talks with host  Bruce Whitfield about his career and founding BlackBrick, which has quickly become Africa's fastest-growing apartment hotel brand since 2019. With properties in Sandton and Foreshore, and a new hotel in Bedfordview, BlackBrick plans to expand to Gardens by February 2025 and Umhlanga by December 2025, establishing a strong nationwide presence.