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BizNews Radio

BizNews
South Africa
Johannesburg
Spacex
Democratic Alliance
Artificial Intelligence
Iran
United States
Openai
Cape Town
Strait Of Hormuz
African National Congress
Jacob Zuma
FXSI
Johannesburg, South Africa
Foot and Mouth Disease
AGOA
Oil Prices
Boxer
Elon Musk
John Steenhuisen

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

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Latest Episodes

The ANC's national support has slipped to a new low. Almost a million South Africans have left the country in a generation. And yet the IRR's John Endres reckons South Africa has a better shot at real reform than Britain does. At BNC#9 in the Drakens... more

The once carefully curated moral image of the Democratic Alliance (DA) is showing more cracks. In their weekly chat, Chris Steyn and political commentator Solly Moeng discuss the R4-billion South African Reserve Bank (SARB) investigation into the com... more

Twelve years ago Wayne Duvenage quit as CEO of Avis to fight a toll fee he believed was unjust. Government has since written off R43 billion in e-toll debt. A separate R200 billion power ship deal is dead too. Now, at BNC#9, the OUTA chief executive ... more

In this episode of BizNews Daybreak, we cover OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage’s call at BNC#9 for civilian-led accountability and AI to combat corruption, alongside IRR CEO John Endres's polling data showing ANC support dropping below 50% across key demograp... more

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Recent Guests

Jordan Hill-Lewis
DA Federal Leader speaker about party direction
Democratic Alliance (DA)
Episode: BN Daybreak: Hill-Lewis on DA's future; Duduzane Zuma on MKP; Wiese on Jooste betrayal
Duduzane Zuma
Addressing business leaders on land, the Reserve Bank, and private sector expectations
MKP/Political figure
Episode: BN Daybreak: Hill-Lewis on DA's future; Duduzane Zuma on MKP; Wiese on Jooste betrayal
Christo Wiese
Executive discussing Markus Jooste and related fraud case
Business executive
Episode: BN Daybreak: Hill-Lewis on DA's future; Duduzane Zuma on MKP; Wiese on Jooste betrayal
Alex Karp
Chief executive of Palantir
Palantir
Episode: BizNews Edge: A 29% overnight jump, and CEO Alex Karp says Palantir is only getting started
Kali Kriel
AfriForum CEO
AfriForum
Episode: BN Daybreak: AfriForum targets Malema; Nedbank surges; SA pitches power to China; SpaceX
Tommy Salem
Individual who suffered a large loss on an online trading platform
FXSI (platform involved)
Episode: Stroke victim loses R450,000 disability money on online trading platform
Ivor Ichikowitz
Founder of the Paramount Group
Paramount Group
Episode: Why Africa's youth now trust China more than America
Kallie Kriel
Chief executive of AfriForum
AfriForum
Episode: BizNews Edge: SA is sitting on a defence asset it doesn't know it has; Malema; Tshwane and more
Lennit Max
Former Western Cape Provincial Commissioner
South African Police Service
Episode: Dr Lennit Max: Non-racial, merit-based appointments of four new police commissioners

Hosts

Alec Hogg
Host; market commentator; BizNews Radio; frequent platform for finance and governance discussions
Kerry Lanigan
Host of BizNews Daybreak; key moderator on business and political topics

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 377 ratings
  • 5/5

    Dope and it’s a groove in here Danko Billions 🔥🔥🤘🏾

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patrick Ngomane
    South Africa5 months ago
  • Facts? Not so sure

    Alec is prone to repeating Trump “alternative facts”, most recently that China has no wind power when they actually have over 600 GW! What kind of financial journalist doesn’t read the Economist - “The idea that China abjures wind power at home is just nonsense—it leads the world in wind capacity. That it sells a lot of turbines elsewhere is good business.” Nov 3, 2025

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    reallydisappinted
    South Africa7 months ago
  • 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 Africa10 months ago
  • Excellent

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Werner.......
    South Africaa year 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 Africaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Mix of high-profile guests and practical business leadership discussions.
Pragmatic insights into SA politics and markets; useful for investors and leaders.
Sane, balanced SA business and politics coverage with credible guests.
Crisp, centrist, informative coverage with strong journalists.
Audience appreciates in-depth guest expertise and real-world impact insight.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Parliament faces protest over lagging legislation for a provincial referendum
Q: Is the city plan for its own detectives a pre-election gimmick or a serious policy move?
The guest views it as a long overdue step that could empower provinces and cities to better address policing locally, though he remains cautious about implementation and frames it within the election context.
Director’s Cut - Helen Zille: Time is running out for bankrupt Joburg to be saved
Q: What about the bad news and the allegations surrounding other parties, and how might that impact your mayoral bid?
While there are criticisms and controversies, the focus remains on delivering services, addressing corruption, and presenting a clear plan for Johannesburg. The discussion emphasizes keeping the voter front and center and avoiding distraction from governance priorities.
R1-billion blended finance programme to transform real estate
Q: What makes the financing approach different or difficult to replicate in informal housing markets?
The key is applying mainstream securitization structures and data-driven underwriting to a market that banks previously found hard to fund; with proper structuring, there is no fundamental difference in funding mechanisms, and the approach can be scaled through standardized warehouses and securitizations.
R1-billion blended finance programme to transform real estate
Q: Who are you partnering with to implement this program?
The project is a collaboration with Indlu Living, the implementer focused on funding rental housing in informal communities, with RMB Sustainable Finance providing the capital-market and securitization framework.
The NdB Sunday Show - Jonathan Deal: The fall of Malema’s “Winnie” Johnson - and an Arab Spring brewing…
Q: What is the current state of IDAC and other specialized units, and how does this affect public safety and trust in law enforcement?
Deal notes that IDAC and related units have been largely ineffective, undermining public safety until governance issues are resolved and leadership is reoriented toward ethical management.

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Frequently Asked Questions About BizNews Radio

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

This program blends business, finance, and politics through in-depth interviews with leaders, analysts, and policymakers. Episodes frequently examine South Africa's governance, market conditions, and policy implications for investors, often pairing corporate turnarounds, regulatory debates, and strategic outlooks with broader regional and global context. A few guests bring niche expertise in design, biodiversity, or media, adding lighter, human-interest angles alongside hard-edged analysis. The show stands out for its pragmatic, opinionated hosts and a steady stream of high-profile SA figures, making it a go-to for listeners who want clear stakes and actionable takeaways in business and public affairs.

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Recent guests on BizNews Radio include:

1. Jordan Hill-Lewis
2. Duduzane Zuma
3. Christo Wiese
4. Alex Karp
5. Kali Kriel
6. Tommy Salem
7. Ivor Ichikowitz
8. Kallie Kriel

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