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BizNews Radio

BizNews
South Africa
Iran
Johannesburg
United States
Democratic Alliance
Artificial Intelligence
Spacex
Strait Of Hormuz
African National Congress
Openai
Oil
Johannesburg, South Africa
Foot and Mouth Disease
Cape Town
AGOA
Donald Trump
FXSI
Black Economic Empowerment
Boxer
Tesla

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

In his latest interview with Chris Steyn, Ian Cameron, the Chairperson of Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Police, talks about the revelation that - in the last four financial years - over 41,000 murders were committed with unlicensed firearms, bu... more

Two judges signed the same court order and can't agree on what it actually stops. Now Ramaphosa's impeachment fight is headed to the Constitutional Court, with the ANC's own GNU partner pushing Parliament to keep working in the background regardless.... more

In today's episode, we cover the US-Iran diplomatic talks and escalating tech wars with China's new DUV lithography machines. Locally, Jabulani Khumalo warns of Jacob Zuma's alleged plot to seize MK Party finances. We also examine a warrantless SAPS ... more

In his latest interview with Chris Steyn, the real founder of MKP, Jabulani Khumalo, comes out in support of The African Renaissance Unity Party (ARU) founded to lobby for the interests of traditional chiefs and their communities. With Khumalo's batt... more

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Recent Guests

Pele Collins
Co-founder and CTO of Beyond Reach Labs
Beyond Reach Labs
Episode: Pele Collins: From SpaceX to Y-Combinator: Unlocking the giant origami structures of orbit
Richard Chelen
Independent governance expert
Independent governance expert referenced in discussion
Episode: BN Daybreak: Ramaphosa impeachment risk; Sasol's boom; China's Kimi K3 AI model; Trump tariffs
James Goebb
Former hedge fund manager and CFA, asset manager
South Africa-based asset management
Episode: BN Daybreak: Ramaphosa impeachment risk; Sasol's boom; China's Kimi K3 AI model; Trump tariffs
James Gubb
Former top-rated South African money manager, CFA background, AI research enthusiast
None explicitly stated
Episode: Director's Cut: James Gubb - history of manias guides how to profit from AI revolution
Richard Chelin
Independent governance expert
Independent governance expert
Episode: Ramaphosa impeachment would cause big fractures in the GNU
Howe Mgenny
Governance expert offering a blueprint in Kozilut Atoll and broader governance proposals
Episode: BN Daybreak: Police generals' R3.6 bn salary bill; AGOA reforms; Andy Burnham; DA governance
Sarkozychus Russell Lamberti
Finance/market analyst providing analysis on AGOA and tariff risks
Episode: BN Daybreak: Police generals' R3.6 bn salary bill; AGOA reforms; Andy Burnham; DA governance
Chris Pappas
Mayor of Mgeni/Howick, DA party member
Democratic Alliance (DA)
Episode: Director's Cut — Chris Pappas reverses course: the real reason he's running for uMngeni mayor again
Bailey Lipschultz
Bloomberg contributor commenting on markets and AI
Bloomberg
Episode: BN Daybreak: SA's criminal justice under scrutiny; Chip stock jitters; Netflix's next growth story

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 Africa4 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

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    reallydisappinted
    South Africa6 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 Africa10 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 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.

BizNews Edge: Dr Iraj Abedian - Where SA fits in the Strait of Hormuz standoff
Q: Tell us what the Straits of Hormuz are, please. And why are they so important and why it should be affecting the oil price and indeed Donald Trump's state of mind?
The Straits of Hormuz is a very narrow chokepoint between Iran and Oman through which a substantial portion of global oil passes; its stability or disruption directly influences oil prices and regional power dynamics, including Western and Middle Eastern strategic calculations.
Ramaphosa impeachment would cause big fractures in the GNU
Q: What impact would Ramaphosa's impeachment have on the GNU and coalition dynamics?
Chelin suggests impeachment would expose and accelerate existing factional tensions within the ANC and broader GNU, potentially forcing new coalitions and reshaping which parties can work together to govern.
The NdB Sunday Show: Bring down SA’s “Political Ponzi Scheme”! | with Solly Moeng
Q: What did you make of the arguments surrounding Ramaphosa's impeachment hearing?
Solly Moeng argues that Ramaphosa's priority seems to be protecting his reputation rather than upholding Parliament's independence, and he questions the legitimacy of shielding leaders from scrutiny when the rule of law applies to everyone. He emphasizes the importance of accountability and institutional integrity over personality or political calculation.
BizNews Edge: Rate hike coming; Gubb on winning from AI mania, Sasol, Nedbank, Kumba
Q: What makes the AI boom different from previous tech booms, and where should investors focus?
Investors should focus on the underlying infrastructure enabling AI—especially energy supply and related efficiencies—since compute demand will hinge on affordable, scalable energy and resilient bottlenecks; this points toward durable exposure in energy-related players rather than chasing headline AI brands.
Director's Cut: James Gubb - history of manias guides how to profit from AI revolution
Q: Elon Musk and SpaceX—how does that fit into this AI landscape and the data center story?
The guest acknowledges Musk's visión and Vaporware reputation, but argues that the profitability of his ventures hinges on components like Starlink rather than total AI dominance, and emphasizes the high cost and risk of scaling SpaceX and space-based data centers as part of the broader AI infrastructure narrative.

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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. Pele Collins
2. Richard Chelen
3. James Goebb
4. James Gubb
5. Richard Chelin
6. Howe Mgenny
7. Sarkozychus Russell Lamberti
8. Chris Pappas

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