Episodes

  • Craig Gradidge: Is the ANC stealing our pension funds?

    Craig Gradidge: Is the ANC stealing our pension funds?
    Oct 20 2020
    In our Friday Finance webinar, BizNews editor Jackie Cameron spoke to award-winning financial planner Craig Gradidge of Gradidge Mahura Investments in Johannesburg. As the executive director of a diversified investment advisory and wealth management business, Gradidge is well-positioned to tell us exactly what the ANC plans to do with our pension funds.
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    7 mins
  • ParkinsonsZA Mover and Shaker is pioneering a new path for patients in SA – Rakesh Harribhai

    ParkinsonsZA Mover and Shaker is pioneering a new path for patients in SA – Rakesh Harribhai
    Jan 31 2025
    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 diagnosing and treating PD. Neurologists are scarce, and in South Africa, they are mostly limited to the private healthcare sector, leaving much of the population with insufficient access. Stigma tied to beliefs in witchcraft further isolates individuals with Parkinson’s. Parkinson’s ZA, a non-profit organisation, aims to improve lives impacted by Parkinson’s disease. Founded by Rakesh Harribhai, inspired by his late mother’s experience, the organisation has adapted an Indian model more suited to South Africa’s healthcare context. Currently operating in Durban, Parkinson’s ZA offers diverse activities and plans to expand to Cape Town and Johannesburg, beginning with a care home in Pretoria East. Harribhai said he witnessed how members were isolated, withdrawn, and hesitant and have since embraced activities like table tennis and group outings to the beach.
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    15 mins
  • Understanding the DRC conflict where SANDF soldiers are dying

    Understanding the DRC conflict where SANDF soldiers are dying
    Jan 31 2025
    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 role in African peacekeeping efforts and President Cyril Ramaphosa already engaging in diplomatic talks with Rwanda’s Paul Kagame, what influence can Pretoria bring to the table? And what does this crisis mean for regional stability, trade, and South Africa’s role in African diplomacy. Bloomberg reporters Simon Marks and Michael Kavanagh, who’s covered the region for 20 years, join Jennifer Zabasajja to explain who the key players in the conflict are, what chance there is for a ceasefire and the risk this could spread into a wider regional conflict.
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    17 mins
  • Investment masterclass: ThinkCell CIO Tony Bell shares his market-driven strategy

    Investment masterclass: ThinkCell CIO Tony Bell shares his market-driven strategy
    Jan 31 2025
    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 understanding these factors, investors can refine their approach, enhance returns, and navigate financial markets with greater confidence. Discover key insights into Bell’s perspective on market strategy and how to leverage price movements for smarter investing.
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    48 mins
  • Paul O’Sullivan v/s “Prime Evil” Duduzile Zuma

    Paul O’Sullivan v/s “Prime Evil” Duduzile Zuma
    Jan 30 2025
    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 her Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook accounts - outlines the case against her. “Now, I could be wrong, but I think this will probably be the first time on the planet, not just in South Africa, where a person is charged with inciting others to terrorism based on social media.” Describing her as “prime evil” and a “psychopath”, O’Sullivan charges: “She wants to see this country fail. And if she's left to her own devices, the country would fail.” He also addresses a defamatory Tweet she made about him in which she accused him of involvement in the Phala Phala case. Meanwhile, her advocate, Dali Mpofu, says they plan to bring a case of malicious prosecution against the State because she believes that this case against her is aimed at settling political scores with her father.
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    26 mins
  • BN Briefing: SANDF suicide mission; Paul O'Sullivan on Duduzile Zuma; and capitalist activist Hersov

    BN Briefing: SANDF suicide mission; Paul O'Sullivan on Duduzile Zuma; and capitalist activist Hersov
    Jan 30 2025
    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 fiery speech on the state of South Africa. And our partners at Bloomberg unpack Tesla's and Meta's financial results. Join host Bronwyn Nielsen as she takes us through the biggest stories of the day.
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    28 mins
  • Hersov’s ‘Milei Moment’ - Exposing Uber Truths to save South Africa

    Hersov’s ‘Milei Moment’ - Exposing Uber Truths to save South Africa
    Jan 30 2025
    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 he believes this to be a step worth taking: with SA’s economic growth having lagged population growth for over a decade, Hersov argues SA needs radical transformation - and urgently as the ANC doubles down on its archaic National Democratic Revolution blueprint.
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    7 mins
  • BN Briefing: SA healthcare catastrophe; DA on JP Smith; SARB governor's "mutton reserves"?; and more

    BN Briefing: SA healthcare catastrophe; DA on JP Smith; SARB governor's "mutton reserves"?; and more
    Jan 29 2025
    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 the JP Smith saga. European nation Czechia's National Bank governor plans to start a strategic crypto reserve, Bitcoin guru James Caw gives his thoughts. ASML shares jump 12% on AI hype. And Microsoft investigates DeepSeek. Join host Bronwyn Nielsen for a rundown of the biggest stories of the day.
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    26 mins