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The weekly political show by top journalists of the Sunday Times discussing the week's biggest stories, toughest topics in a tight and guided conversation. An Arena Holdings Production. Keywords: podcast, analysis, politics, social justice, news commentary, economy, opinions, accountability
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Podcasts from the Edge

TimesLIVE Podcasts

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Peter Bruce, veteran South African newspaper editor and commentator, interviews the country's social and political leaders and experts in a weekly effort to explain what is actually going on in this complicated country. Bruce's interviews are about making events easy to understand for people with little time to listen.
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RISE fm’s Musa Sikhosana hosts our ever popular current affairs show RISE fm In 60 Minutes every weekday evening, 19h00-20h00, Mon-Thurs. RISE fm In 60 Minutes is a mixed bag of information with Musa expanding on the days top news stories and highlighting business, lifestyle & sport issues along with listener interaction.
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The Red Line

The Red Line

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Three experts, one Story. Each fortnight we host a panel of international experts diving into the biggest geopolitical stories shaping the news both here and overseas. Hosted by Michael Hilliard
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The Daily Friend Show

SA Institute of Race Relations

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The Daily Friend Show is a 30-minute current affairs podcast featuring our analysts and writers. It presents a liberal perspective on the political, social and economic issues of the day on Monday and Friday. The Daily Friend Wrap is a 10-minute show that rounds up the news events of the day 3 times a week Tuesday to Thursday. No topic is taboo, nothing is off-limits. Our team of analysts and writers from South Africa's fastest-growing liberal news site - dailyfriend.co.za. #InNoUncertainTerms
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Introducing Oorsee: a free app specifically designed for South African expats. We understand that relocating to a new country can be challenging for you and your family, especially when you lack a network of familiar faces. That's why we're here to help you connect with like-minded individuals, fostering a sense of comfort and aiding in your settlement process. If you've been away for some time, we acknowledge that it can sometimes feel lonely, and you may yearn for the opportunity to share ...
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American Prestige

Daniel Bessner & Derek Davison

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A podcast from Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison that provides listeners with everything they need to know about what’s going on in the world. americanprestige.supportingcast.fm
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Each week, Foreign Policy Live will feature a substantive conversation on world affairs. Host and FP editor in chief Ravi Agrawal will be joined by leading foreign-policy thinkers and practitioners to analyze a key issue in global politics, from the U.S.-China relationship to conflict and diplomacy. FP Live is your weekly fix for smart thinking about the world. Foreign Policy magazine subscribers can watch these interviews live and submit questions and suggestions by going to https://foreign ...
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Eswatini Talk[s]

Southern Africa Litigation Centre

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‘Eswatini Talk[s]: Expanding Civic Space’ is a thought-provoking podcast that dives into critical conversations about social justice, governance, human rights, and activism in Eswatini. Hosted by Melusi Simelane, the show brings together diverse voices, exploring ideas and strategies to foster inclusive dialogue and empower citizens to shape a more equitable society.
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Moneyweb@Midday

Moneyweb Radio

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Moneyweb@Midday is back, with veteran journalist Jeremy Maggs the new host of the podcast. Launching on 8 May 2023, Moneyweb brings you a fast-paced live daily news show, covering a wide range of topics, from business and economics to breaking news in politics, tech, sport and more. The show features exclusive interviews with captains of industry, CEOs, political leaders and prominent newsmakers, offering unique insights and in-depth analyses. Tune in on weekdays via the Moneyweb website and ...
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Invest Africa

Invest Africa

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Invest Africa is the leading membership organisation for companies and investors operating on the African continent. Our network comprises global corporations, private investors, fund managers, family offices, policy makers and entrepreneurs. Africa is increasingly becoming a hub for global trade and investment. We work closely with our members to promote business opportunities and facilitate sustainable investment across the continent. Members profits from a wide range of benefits: Networki ...
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None Of The Above

Institute for Global Affairs

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As the United States confronts an ever-changing set of international challenges, our foreign policy leaders continue to offer the same old answers. But what are the alternatives? In None Of The Above, the Eurasia Group Institute for Global Affairs' Mark Hannah asks leading global thinkers for new answers and new ideas to guide an America increasingly adrift in the world. www.noneoftheabovepodcast.org
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The Highwaymen

Daily Maverick

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In December 2022, the 55th – and possibly last – elective conference of South Africa’s ruling African National Congress will take place against a backdrop of socio-political chaos. In this new limited audio documentary series by Daily Maverick, investigative journalists Richard Poplak and Diana Neille take a road trip across South Africa in search of answers to how the country got to this breaking point, and how the lives and careers of three senior ANC figures – Ace Magashule, Gwede Mantash ...
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FixSA

Moneyweb Radio

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Moneyweb and Jeremy Maggs bring you robust conversations with South Africa’s top business leaders. FixSA offers solutions for the country’s national issues.
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Alibi

Develop Audio

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Alibi is an award-winning investigative podcast series. It was created by Paul McNally and is produced for Develop Audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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July’s People

Nelson Mandela Foundation

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In July 2021, South Africa was confronted with the most emphatic indicator of social discontent in the post-democratic dispensation. Within a period of a little over a week starting on the 8th of July, about 350 persons lost their lives, tens went missing with some still yet to be found, and thousands were injured. R50 billion was estimated to have been lost to the economy as a result of the violence. Since July 2021, the country has struggled to make sense of what happened and we have refer ...
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A live podcast show, that’s like a morning radio show, just much better. Live from 6h00-8h00 Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Clever, funny, outrageous and sometimes very silly. Come for the guests, stay for the laughter. Also check out our other shows on The Real Network for more entertainment.
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The Sceptic

The Daily Sceptic

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Welcome to The Sceptic, the Daily Sceptic’s weekly podcast. Host Laurie Wastell interviews the authors of some of the website’s most talked about recent pieces. Please subscribe, and remember: question everything; stay sane; live free. Produced by Richard Eldred.
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Politics Wednesday

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A platform for engaging and thought provoking weekly discussions with prominent figures in South African politics. Join the live chat on Twitter Spaces @Sowetanlive on Wednesdays at 7pm or visit us here to listen to the podcast.
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Foresight Africa Podcast

The Brookings Institution

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Foresight Africa podcast celebrates the dynamism and optimism across Africa and explores strategies for broadening the benefits of growth to all people in the region. Host Landry Signé, senior fellow in the Africa Growth Initiative at the Brookings Institution, interviews policy experts and leaders from the public sector, private sector, and civil society on key trends affecting people and nations on the continent.
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A South African podcast that believes you can learn from experience, but that experience doesn’t have to be your own. Conversations with creative South Africans hosted by comedian and music journalist Bob Perfect.Winner of the 2019 Durban Creative Award for Best Podcast. https://almostperfect.co.za/category/podcasts/almost-perfect-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Filling the Gapp is a podcast about the important topics in South Africa that goes beyond the usual discussions of government simply in terms of corruption and incompetence. Of course, they are. But we aim to go deeper than that. What are the deeper underlying reasons informing South Africa's ruling ANC? How does the historical background of the ANC elders inform their strange decisions to ban the sources of sin tax, cigarettes and alcohol? How did the good intentions of anti-Apartheid activ ...
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People's Health Movement South Africa

Solid Gold Podcasts #BeHeard

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Health for All Now People's Health Movement South Africa offers community health activists a voice in dialogue with expert analysis. This channel offers conversations on different health related topics from a perspective that challenges inequality, and promotes health for all.
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The China Africa Project

Eric Olander & Cobus van Staden

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The China Africa Project is a multimedia resource dedicated to exploring every aspect of China’s growing engagement with Africa. Through a combination of original content and curation of third-party material from across the Internet, the CAP’s objective is purely informational. None of the blog’s authors or producers have any vested interest in any Chinese or African position.
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Kaya Biz

Kaya 959

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At the helm of Gauteng’s biggest business radio show, Kaya Biz, is Gugulethu who will be leading the conversation on what is next for the Afropolitan business landscape. The show presents local and international business news, entrepreneurship, corporate and investment banking. Since its inception in May 2006 Kaya Biz has grown from a half-an-hour daily finance update to an hour show bringing compelling business news and market reviews to listeners.
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Broken English

Andrew Mahar

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Broken English is a mobile podcast hosted by me, Andrew Mahar in and around Chicago, Illinois. This first season is a mixture of interviews from people who have immigrated to the U.S. ranging from Mexico to South Africa to Turkey to Bolivia. With the Trump administration creating such a negative connotation around the word “Immigrant” now more than ever, immigrants need a voice to share their side of the story. Broken English is here to be that voice.
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Join New York Times bestselling author Tom Woods for your daily serving of liberty education! Guests include Ron Paul, Judge Andrew Napolitano, David Stockman, and hundreds more, with topics like war, the Federal Reserve, net neutrality, the FDA, Austrian economics, and many other subjects of interest to libertarians. Join us!
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Campus Africa

Africa Business Radio

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This show looks at Higher Education, Vocational and Technical Training on the African continent seeking to celebrate the progress made thus far and the changing the narrative of Africa’s education system. CAMPUS Africa will have conversations around education, personal development, Entrepreneurship development on campus and lifestyle, finances and keep students informed with any developments in their institutions of higher learning.
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The Angle Podcast

The Angle Podcast

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African perspectives on digital culture, creativity, media, money, and governance. We spotlight the innovators and technologies shaping the continent’s digital future primarily through interviews but also engaging storytelling and authoritative insights, We celebrate the creators, businesses, and policies breaking into the mainstream, while amplifying the voices and innovations carving the path forward.
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Expertly-curated progressive politics, news, and culture produced by leftist humans, not algorithms or AI. This is an award-winning podcast that dives deeply into a wide range of national and international issues facing society and governments. We draw from hundreds of sources of progressive news and commentary. Est. 2006. Save time by listening to a range of perspectives on a focused topic in each episode and be introduced to new sources you will not have come across on your own!
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Africa PolitiCast

The Sahel Post

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Welcome to Africa PolitiCast, the African podcast where we delve into the intricate world of African politics. Join us as we explore the diverse political landscapes across the continent, from the bustling cities to the remote corners of Africa. Hosted by Etietop Akpabio, founder of The Sahel Post, Africa PolitiCast offers insightful analysis, engaging interviews, and thought-provoking discussions on the pressing issues shaping the future of Africa.
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LSE Middle East Centre Podcasts

LSE Middle East Centre

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Welcome to the LSE Middle East Centre's podcast feed. The MEC builds on LSE's long engagement with the Middle East and North Africa and provides a central hub for the wide range of research on the region carried out at LSE. Follow us and keep up to date with our latest event podcasts and interviews!
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CIVICUS is a global alliance of over 10,000 activists and civil society organisations, especially from the Global South, that exists to defend people power. Our podcast brings you stories of people, communities, and organisations defending human rights and fighting for a more just, inclusive and sustainable world. As a human rights organisation, our activism focuses on human rights violations, civil liberties, and issues such as sustainability, safe protests, and good governance. Find out mo ...
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Critical South

Candice Bailey

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Critical South unpacks political theory in the context of the global south, to help people understand the political developments, ideas , events and issues of the day.
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Rev Left Radio

Revolutionary Left Radio

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Discussing political philosophy, current events, activism, and the inevitable historical downfall of capitalism from a revolutionary leftist perspective.
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Send us a text South Africa’s Political Chaos, Tucker Carlson, and Why Expats Are Leaving in Droves South Africa’s political landscape is more volatile than ever. The African National Congress (ANC) continues to face allegations of corruption, mismanagement, and failure to deliver basic services. At the same time, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF…
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Air Date 4/26/2025 For those of us who knew that Trump was lawless and deeply racist in his desire for mass deportations of brown people, we're getting exactly what we expected. For others, at least the lawlessness is coming as a bit of a surprise, and yet, here we are. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991 or email Jay@Be…
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ORIGINALLY RELEASED Dec 13, 2023 In this Rev Left Family Annual Collab (Rev Left+Red Menace+Guerrilla History), Alyson, Henry, Adnan, and Breht sit down for a deep dive on South African Apartheid. Together they discuss its euro-colonialist origins, explain the significance of the Boer Wars, define and explicate the origins of apartheid, explore the…
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Kenyan President William Ruto wrapped up a four-day visit to China on Friday and returned home with a massive new railway deal and more than a billion dollars of investment pledges. Ruto's successful closing of the Phase III extension of the Standard Gauge Railway to the Ugandan border comes after nearly a decade of Kenyan lobbying in China. Also, …
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This year, through the theme ‘Connect and Engage,’ The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, aims to reinforce the importance of building strong relationships, embracing innovation, and elevating the role of procurement in creating sustainable, strategic impact across industries. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs
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A groundbreaking technology developed by a South African entrepreneur has won the UK Space Agency-funded Aqualunar Challenge. Lolan Naicker’s SonoChem device took the top prize in a competition that featured scientists from some of the UK’s leading universities. His invention uses microwaves to melt ice and ultrasound to filter out impurities from …
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ORIGINALLY RELEASED Sept 2019 David Swanson of Radical Reflections invites Breht on his show to tackle myths, lies, slanders, and popular criticisms wielded against communism by its (often times lazy and unimpressive) opponents. ---------------------------------------------------- Support Rev Left and get access to bonus episodes: www.patreon.com/r…
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This week on the BizNews Rugby Show, guest Niels Momberg – CSA Youth Manager, SA Schools rugby commentator, and "rugby encyclopaedia" – joins Rory Steyn and Patrick Kidd to break down Round 16 of the URC. With the race for the knockouts heating up, the trio dives into key match-ups, bold predictions, and what’s gone wrong at Ellis Park. Plus, Niels…
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Artificial intelligence and virtual assistants are meant to make our lives easier, but who manages the bots? Why South Africa cannot afford to ignore the R1 trillion underground economy. A look at how the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply helps professionals to connect, collaborate and lead meaningful change. Moneyweb…
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Comedian Yaaseen Barnes has had a career most comedians would be jealous of, yet he didn't pull the ladder up behind him and instead has helped the Cape Town scene climb to new heights. As the Director of the Jive Comedy Championship, Yaaseen is able to focus his passion for building up the comedians around him. Comedy has given Yaaseen an incredib…
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The rollout of the Trump administration’s tariffs has rattled markets, prompting questions of what these protectionist policies mean for the global economy moving forward. Two top experts on globalization join FP Live to share their thoughts. Elisabeth Braw is an FP columnist and the author of Goodbye Globalization: The Return of a Divided World. A…
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Subscribe now for an ad-free experience and much more content. Derek makes his grand return to the AP newsroom! This week: Pope Francis dies (0:30); India sees the worst attack on civilians in Kashmir in years, prompting fallout on India-Pakistan relations (6:35); the US carries out its deadliest airstrike on Yemen to date (14:39); Qatar and Egypt …
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25.04.25 Pt 2 - Gareth, Ben, and Simphiwe dive into the do’s and don’ts of sliding into DMs — is there actually a right way to shoot your shot? Ben shares the hilarious story of a relentless old man at his gym who clearly lives by the motto: “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” And in a heated football debate, Ben lays out why the UEFA Cham…
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25.04.25 Pt 1 - Gareth, Ben, and Simphiwe unpack the whirlwind around the recent VAT retraction — was it a smart move or just political damage control? Then, in the ever-bizarre world of celebrity drama, could Diddy actually be Ye’s long-lost cousin? We try to make sense of Kanye’s latest headline moment. And finally, we cross over to Nigeria where…
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In this episode of “What's Crap on WhatsApp?”, we look at four viral claims: Will ginger and lemon cure diabetes? Of course not - this home remedy is nothing new and not effective. https://bit.ly/3Y38cn6 No, there’s still no evidence for ‘seismic waves cards’ that will ‘hack your phone in 10 seconds’. https://bit.ly/4cAYP47 Beware of job scams! Sou…
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In this Special Episode of the Sceptic, Laurie speaks to Dr Mario Trabucco della Toretta, classical archaeologist and writer. In this extended interview, Laurie and Mario discuss the British Museum and why it’s the best in the world, its magnificent collection and where it came from, why the ‘decolonise’ lobby is so wrong to claim it’s all ‘looted’…
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Africa Melane speaks to Paseka Letsatsi, Head of Communications at SASSA, about the indefinite extension of the gold card deadline. With the black card rollout paused, millions can continue using their gold cards to access grants without disruption. What does this mean for beneficiaries—and what’s next? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…
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Doechii partners with SADAG for a global mental health campaign, offering critical resources to those struggling with anxiety. Through her personal experience and viral song "Anxiety," Doechii empowers people worldwide to share their stories, seek help, and access valuable support. Join the movement and visit www.anxietyiswatchingyou.com See omnyst…
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Kallan Welsh joins us to discuss the series of laws that you know are bad but are so vastly worse than you ever imagined, on every level, that you will be very, very happy you listened to this episode. Zoning sounds like a boring topic but that's how they want you to think. Sponsors: Federated Computer: Code: WOODS & ElevenFreebies.com Guest's Twit…
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The World Bank is also warning of several downside risks, including restrictive trade policies and the prospect of tepid growth among major economies, how sustainable is this trajectory given the current global economic headwinds? Chief Economist at Econometrix, Dr Azar Jammine shares his views. Kaya FM…
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As working from the office has gained momentum after the rise of many South African employers are reconsidering their workplace policies and requiring employees to return to the office. This raises an important legal question - can companies in South Africa require employees who work remotely to return to working from an office? Yvonne Mkefa, Direc…
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According to an academic, accountant and activist Khaya Sithole, Managing public finances remains one of the most challenging political deployments in most societies. Balancing an ever-increasing set of demands through various economic cycles requires political horse-trading that leaves everyone accepting some concessions and the occasional tough m…
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Eighty-three (83%) of Economic Freedom Front (EFF) voters feel that the Kill the Boer song “land somewhere between irresponsible and hate speech”. That is according to a recent Social Research Foundation (SRF) survey on public perceptions around hate speech, free speech, - and that controversial song. In this interview with BizNews, the SRF’s Resea…
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ORIGINALLY RELEASED Dec 7, 2020 In this episode of Guerrilla History, Breht, Adnan, and Henry reflect on the life and legacy of John Brown - the fiery, uncompromising abolitionist who took up arms against slavery and shook the foundations of the United States. From Bleeding Kansas to the fateful raid on Harpers Ferry, Brown’s life was one of moral …
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Opposition parties claim victory as the Vat hike is scrapped, but how will government plug the R75bn budget hole? A new report shows varying geopolitical priorities from the world’s middle powers. A look at global investment opportunities amidst global uncertainty. And why an expert says individuals not having access to the African Court is a human…
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In today’s BizNews Briefing, a major political shift as the Finance Minister moves to settle the DA’s legal challenge against the VAT hike - a win for the opposition and the people of South Africa. Economist Dawie Roodt weighs in on the political impact, while George Glynos highlights that cutting wasteful spending remains key. Also, Colonel Chris …
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Sudan’s civil war recently entered its third year. It has claimed the lives of around 150,000 people and displaced around 13 million. In this archival episode, we revisit the outbreak of violence that erupted in April 2023 between the Sudanese Army, led by Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and a paramilitary group called the Rapid Support Forces, led by…
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Guest: Zimbali Mncube |Researcher: Tax & Budget Policy from the Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ) South Africa faces a fiscal crossroads as Parliament debates a proposed increase in Value-Added Tax (VAT). Is there still a world without a VAT hike? Africa Melane is joined by Zimbali Mncube, Researcher: Tax & Budget Policy from the Institute for E…
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Retirement planning is more than just building savings; it’s about preparing for the life you want to lead. In this insightful conversation Africa Melane speaks to Old Mutual Corporate’s Chief Customer Officer, Michelle Acton who shares crucial steps for you to take when planning your retirement See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Say goodbye to the energy rollercoaster of sugary sports drinks. Liezel van der Westhuizen, fitness presenter, endurance athlete, and mental fitness coach, takes a closer look at A+Salt—a cutting-edge hydration formula crafted in South Africa by Jess Mouneimne, founder of Primal Wellness. This isn’t just another electrolyte mix—it’s a clean perform…
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Marty Bent joins us to discuss the case for optimism, where the next Bitcoin price jump might come from, how Bitcoin mining companies can stay profitable in the long run, why Bitcoin rather than "crypto," the economic problems Bitcoin fixes and how it fixes them, and more. Sponsors: Bank on Yourself & Persist SEO Guest's Websites: TFTC Ten31 Guest'…
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South Africa’s March CPI print shows inflation slowing to 2.7% year-on-year, the lowest level recorded since 2020. This development raises important questions about the South African Reserve Bank’s (SARB) next move and what it signals for local investors in a climate of global uncertainty. Reza Hendrickse, Portfolio Manager at PPS Investments explo…
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The short-term insurance industry is facing increased pressure from two directions: proposed domestic tax hikes and global trade uncertainty. Taken together, these developments are likely to deepen financial strain on policyholders while simultaneously threatening the growth and stability of the insurance sector itself. Matthew Gezane, Franchise De…
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According to Business Day, national airline South African Airways (SAA) has submitted a five-year, two-phase corporate turnaround plan to the government which could see it going to the market for a R2.25 billion investment facility and seeking a strategic equity partner. How credible is this new turnaround plan from a governance and execution persp…
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Tanzania has threatened to block South African agricultural imports, creating the potential to disrupt trade and negatively impact South African farmers, including exporters who rely on Tanzanian markets for their produce. Dr Sifiso Ntombela, Agricultural Economist with a strong background in Business Development, International Trade, Economic Poli…
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Capitec, South Africa’s leading digital bank, has achieved a remarkable milestone, now serving more than half of the country’s adult population.For the financial year ending 28 February 2025, the bank reported a 30% increase in headline earnings to R13.7 billion. CEO Gerre Fourie joins us to unpack these results. Kaya FM…
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South Africa has to get rid of policies with “race-related objectives” that “seek to divide us as a nation”. That is the call from Mawande Gqotso, the Founder of the African Renewal Movement (ARM). In this interview with BizNews, he says: “… we need to do away with all the current policies, the Black Economic Empowerment, the Affirmative Actions, t…
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ORIGINALLY RELEASED Feb 4, 2023 In this episode of Guerrilla History, we unpack Gerald Horne’s explosive and essential work The Counter-Revolution of 1836: Texas Slavery & Jim Crow and the Roots of U.S. Fascism. Horne dismantles the romanticized mythology of Texas independence, revealing it instead as a pro-slavery revolt against Mexico’s abolition…
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In today’s BizNews Briefing, Bronwyn Nielsen unpacks a hard-hitting column by RW Johnson on growing calls in US political circles to expel South Africa from the G20 - citing its GDP size and links to terrorism. Sakeliga’s Piet le Roux slams new racial hiring laws as economic sanctions, while Kevin Lings explains why global investors are pulling bac…
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In this incisive interview, Kevin Lings, Chief Economist at Stanlib, unpacks South Africa’s fiscal crossroads, political uncertainty, and the looming VAT hike. He critiques the Government of National Unity’s instability, the ANC’s policy missteps, and missed opportunities for economic reform. Lings calls for urgent, credible growth strategies to re…
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