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BizNews Radio

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South Africa
Johannesburg
Democratic Alliance
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Brett Duncan
Actionsa
Freedom Front Plus
Skate Park
Mamelodi Skate Club
Comrades Marathon
Oudtshoorn
African National Congress
Namibia
Youth Development
Department Of Public Works
Webtrader
Shyft
Standard Bank
Stuart Mann
Corruption

Welcome to BizNews Radio where we interview top thought leaders and business people from South Africa and across the globe.

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Welcome to BizNews Radio where we interview top thought leaders and business people from South Africa and across the globe.

Welcome to BizNews Radio where we interview top thought leaders and business people from South Africa and across the globe.

In the latest edition of the NDB Sunday Show, Political Analyst Professor Theo Venter, tells Chris Steyn that evidence emerging at the Madlanga Commission shows how crime networks were not only working towards the Tembisa Hospital, and were not only ... more

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Recent Guests

Glennis Breitenbach
Member of Parliament and former National Prosecuting Authority prosecutor
South African Parliament
Episode: The BizNews Premium Briefing - Wednesday 5 November 2025
Brent Bozell III
U.S. ambassador to South Africa
Episode: Director's Cut: Matt Chancey - How Trump’s new man in Pretoria could shake up US-SA relations
Brent Bozell
New US ambassador to South Africa, with a distinguished family background and association with media operations.
US Government
Episode: BN Briefing: Trump’s new US ambassador to SA - What does Brent Bozell’s arrival entail
Jonathan Deal
Founder of Safe Citizen
Safe Citizen
Episode: Jonathan Deal: Warning of large-scale public disobedience over ANC’s “disarmament agenda”…
Josh Masservi
Senior Fellow focusing on Africa, African geopolitics, and counter-terrorism.
Hudson Institute
Episode: Meservey on Trump’s man for Pretoria, Islamists blocking Mozambique’s massive gas field endowment
Emma van der Vaalt
NGO leader focused on human trafficking
Brave to Love
Episode: Miningweb weekly with Peter Major - Antimony boom, chrome tax and corporate controversy
Emma van der Waal
NGO representative from Brave to Love, involved in helping the trafficked individuals from Myanmar
Brave to Love
Episode: BN Briefing: WeBuyCars; Herman Mashaba; Balwin's CEO; Myanmar scams and Argentina's market surge
Kieran Nugent
Financial Times correspondent discussing Argentina's election effects
Financial Times
Episode: BN Briefing: WeBuyCars; Herman Mashaba; Balwin's CEO; Myanmar scams and Argentina's market surge
Herman Machaba
Leader of Action SA and former mayor of Johannesburg
Action SA
Episode: The BizNews Premium Briefing - Tuesday 28th of October 2025

Host

Alec Hogg
Host and co-founder, specializes in business and economic discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 306 ratings
  • SA’a top platform

    Essential listening for SA business and politics, every side gets a chance to put forward their side perspectives with great journalists

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JPH69
    South Africaa month ago
  • Excellent

    Excellent, maybe one of the only centrist and unbiased new in South Africa

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Werner.......
    South Africa2 months ago
  • The news SA needs!

    Excellent, balanced, informative and not the usual government propaganda that characterizes the mainstream media!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a@/c
    South Africa9 months ago
  • Facts not fiction

    It is refreshing to get facts no matter how uncomfortable they may feel - some speakers still talk to their own book, but then again being discerning is part of being an adult😁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ana with 1 "n"
    South Africaa year ago
  • Best South Africa podcast

    A podcast that not only succeeds in relaying the absolute truth but much more impressively, leaves the listener inspired and fiercely optimistic about South Africa and Africa’s future

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Northies10101
    South Africaa year ago

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It is refreshing to get facts no matter how uncomfortable they may feel - some speakers still talk to their own book, but then again being discerning is part of being an adult😁
Great insight, Alex Hogg seems to have the most interesting guests discussing the most entertaining topics.
Excellent, balanced, informative and not the usual government propaganda that characterizes the mainstream media!
I'm really enjoying the Biznews content, specifically the biographical interviews and the rational radio features.
A podcast that not only succeeds in relaying the absolute truth but much more impressively, leaves the listener inspired and fiercely optimistic about South Africa and Africa's future.

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BN Briefing: Breytenbach exposes decaying SA justice system, and questions Mkhwanazi’s motives
Q: What would it take to get the capture rating down to zero?
A lot of hard work, serious action, and bold leadership from the top of the National Prosecuting Authority and police are necessary, including the need to fire ineffectual individuals.
BN Briefing: Breytenbach exposes decaying SA justice system, and questions Mkhwanazi’s motives
Q: How far have we progressed in reversing the years of state capture?
Glynnis Breytenbach rates the progress as still around eight out of ten in terms of the capture of the criminal justice system, indicating that significant work and serious action are still needed.
Jonathan Deal: Warning of large-scale public disobedience over ANC’s “disarmament agenda”…
Q: Is there any legal pushback that could still be used to prevent these amendments from being signed into law?
There should be a unified stand against the amendments instead of legal paralysis; public opposition is critical.
Jonathan Deal: Warning of large-scale public disobedience over ANC’s “disarmament agenda”…
Q: How many gun owners would this legislation affect should it become law?
Approximately 3 million licensed firearm owners could be impacted by these amendments.
Jonathan Deal: Warning of large-scale public disobedience over ANC’s “disarmament agenda”…
Q: What do you think is the driving force behind these amendments?
The ANC wants to disarm the private population and control citizens further, as evidenced by the irrationality of the proposed legislation and its impact on individual rights.

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What is BizNews Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast provides insightful discussions focused on economic issues, investment strategies, and political dynamics impacting South Africa and beyond. Topics frequently addressed include the challenges within the South African economy, investment opportunities in gold and Bitcoin, and the implications of political decisions on economic growth. The podcast notably features a range of prominent guests from diverse fields, creating a platform for dialogue around pressing issues and offering expert opinions. With a strong emphasis on factual reporting and analysis, it seeks to inspire optimism and provide listeners with actionable insights in a complex business landscape.

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1. Glennis Breitenbach
2. Brent Bozell III
3. Brent Bozell
4. Jonathan Deal
5. Josh Masservi
6. Emma van der Vaalt
7. Emma van der Waal
8. Kieran Nugent

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