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Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week

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South Africa
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South African Economy
United States
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Teck Resources
Standard Bank
Transnet
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Johannesburg Stock Exchange
APSA
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Bestselling author and broadcast legend Bruce Whitfield returns with a bold new News24 podcast. Bruce Whitfield’s Business Week won’t waste your time. Instead, each episode will focus on the one business news story that will change your world. Listeners will also get investment and personal finance advice from top experts, and the inside track on SA’s most successful hustles. Join us every Thursda... more

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In this episode, Bruce speaks to Alan Knott-Craig of fibertime™, who is taking on one of South Africa’s toughest challenges: bringing fast, affordable fibre internet to townships, connecting millions of homes and opening access to education, jobs and... more

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In this episode, Bruce speaks to Simon Baloyi, CEO of Sasol, as the group benefits from a surge in oil prices driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East. Baloyi explains why the current spike is likely temporary, how Sasol is positioning itself... more

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In this episode, we come to you live from News24’s On the Record summit, where one statistic sets the tone: if every unemployed South African stood in a line, it would stretch from Cape Town to Lagos, Nigeria. The focus is on creating 5 million new j... more

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In this episode, Bruce speaks to Paul Hanratty, Group CEO of Sanlam, about the insurer's transformation into South Africa's most valuable insurance company and why India is becoming an increasingly important growth engine for the group. Bruce also ch... more

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Keyu Jin
Dr Keyu Jin, author of The New China Playbook
On the Record Summit / author
Episode: What will it take for SA to create 5 million jobs in 10 years? Can China help?
Mpumi Madisa
Chief executive of Bidvest
Bidvest
Episode: What will it take for SA to create 5 million jobs in 10 years? Can China help?
Hendrik du Toit
Founding chief executive of Ninety One
Ninety One
Episode: What will it take for SA to create 5 million jobs in 10 years? Can China help?
Adrian Saville
Economist/Investing expert, Boundless World
Boundless World
Episode: What will it take for SA to create 5 million jobs in 10 years? Can China help?
Roger Jardine
Chairman of Old Mutual
Old Mutual
Episode: What will it take for SA to create 5 million jobs in 10 years? Can China help?
Paul Hanratty
Chief Executive of Sanlam
Sanlam
Episode: Sanlam bets big on India, oil market jitters and Virgin Active pumps up the jam
Dean Kowarski
Chief Executive of Virgin Active
Virgin Active
Episode: Sanlam bets big on India, oil market jitters and Virgin Active pumps up the jam
Sam Skyring
Founder of Oryx Desert Salt
Oryx Desert Salt
Episode: How Shoprite is changing the future. Plus: Oryx finds funding on Lions Head
Peter Mountford
Chief Executive of Super Group, leading logistics and vehicle retail.
Super Group
Episode: Why your next car will be Chinese. Plus: The Lab’s big biotech experiment

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Bruce Whitfield
Host of Bruce Whitfield's Business Week, an experienced broadcaster and bestselling author known for his insights into business and finance.

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What will it take for SA to create 5 million jobs in 10 years? Can China help?
Q: What is the difference between investing and trading?
Investing looks at a long horizon (years) and aims for growth over time, while trading seeks short-term gains by buying low and selling quickly; most people benefit from a patient, long-term approach rather than frequent buying and selling.
Sanlam bets big on India, oil market jitters and Virgin Active pumps up the jam
Q: What is the significance of the number 7,260 in the brutal quiz?
It represents the distance in kilometers between Johannesburg and Tehran, a fact used to underscore the episode's Iran-focused discussion, and to add a memorable geographical tie-in.
Gold Fields cashes in. Plus: Ocean Basket’s overseas wins
Q: What's the status of the Ocean Basket business?
Post-COVID, Ocean Basket closed nearly 20 restaurants in South Africa but has since started a significant rebirth with key appointments and menu strategies, resulting in a 14% growth last year.
The V&A’s new era. Plus: Govt’s digital reboot
Q: Why are you putting yourself through the trauma of going inside the belly of government?
Melvyn Lubega expresses that there's no bigger scale than impacting society at a national level through government.
The V&A’s new era. Plus: Govt’s digital reboot
Q: What do you see as your role for the next 17 to 20 years?
Graham Wood emphasizes the importance of enhancing tourism, hospitality, and building additional attractions at the V&A Waterfront.

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The content primarily revolves around the latest developments and trends in business, economics, and finance, particularly within the South African context. Episodes frequently feature interviews with industry leaders and experts who provide insights into significant economic issues, financial planning, and investment strategies. Noteworthy is the focus on both local and global business news, including discussions on market trends, government policies, and innovative strategies employed by successful entrepreneurs and companies. This approach positions the podcast as a valuable resource for listeners keen on understanding the evolving business landscape and gaining practical advice on managing their own finances and investments.

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