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  • Bizskoops - 22 January 2026

    Bizskoops - 22 January 2026
    Jan 22 2026
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    On this week’s Bizskoops, we look at the new race-based employment equity plans required under the amended Employment Equity Act for employers with more than 50 staff, as Chris Hattingh from the Centre for Risk Analysis explains the potential implications for companies and the wider economy.

    Economist Professor Waldo Krugell joins us to reflect on one year of President Donald Trump’s renewed term in the White House and what his controversial economic and financial policies have meant for the US, the global economy and South Africa.

    On the investment front, Todd Micklethwaite, Executive Head: Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at Sanlam Investments, looks ahead to next year’s Africa's Green Economy Summit, exploring the emerging trends and technologies likely to define the next wave of green investment opportunities in Africa.

    We hear from Hirander Misra, Chairperson and CEO of GMEX Group, on how traditional financial institutions and decentralised platforms can work together to create scalable, climate-positive investment opportunities across global and African markets.

    Finally, we return to African trade corridors and freight infrastructure with Monray van Rooyen, Head of Business Development for Sub-Saharan Africa at DP World. He unpacks how DP World’s investments in economic zones and freight infrastructure are contributing to job creation and socio-economic development in sub-Saharan Africa.
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    11 Min.
  • Bizskoops - 15 January 2026

    Bizskoops - 15 January 2026
    Jan 15 2026
    On this week’s Bizskoops, economist Professor Waldo Krugell explains how global shocks and geopolitical flashpoints, from trade tensions to military interventions, can filter through to South Africa’s growth, inflation, currency, and investment climate. This follows Pretoria’s strong condemnation of the recent US military capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Chris Hattingh from the Center for Risk Analysis (CRA) tells us more about how this could impact foreign policy, the rules-based order, and South Africa’s positioning in a fragmenting world.

    On the investment front, Todd Micklethwaite, Executive Head: Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at Sanlam Investments, joins us ahead of this year’s Africa's Green Economy Summit to unpack how blended finance models and partnerships with DFIs can unlock capital at scale for Africa’s green transition.
    We then continue our conversation with Hirander Misra, Chairperson and CEO of GMEX Group, on the realities of driving sustainable development in the finance sector in emerging markets and what it takes to align fintech innovation with credible impact.

    Finally, we turn to trade corridors and logistics with Monray van Rooyen, Head of Business Development for Sub-Saharan Africa at DP World. He unpacks how DP World is enhancing end-to-end supply chain solutions for exporters and importers in the context of the African Continental Free Trade Area, tackling challenges such as long distances, complex borders, and freight bottlenecks, while embedding sustainability and renewable energy across African operations.
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    11 Min.
  • Bizskoops - 8 January 2026

    Bizskoops - 8 January 2026
    Jan 8 2026
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    ​On this week’s Bizskoops, we focus on Africa’s green transition with a special focus on the 2026 Africa’s Green Economy Summit in Cape Town, a deal-driven platform connecting global capital with African opportunities in renewable energy, green mobility, water and waste, sustainable agriculture, green buildings, the blue economy and climate tech. Sanlam Investments returns as title sponsor, with Teboho Makhabane highlighting why South Africa’s growth story lies in the blue and green economy and why backing platforms like Africa’s Green Economy Summit is key to catalysing impact.
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    In investment insights, Todd Micklethwaite, Executive Head: Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at Sanlam Alternative Investments, unpacks innovative climate finance structures, drawing on Ecuador’s debt-for-climate deal and what similar mechanisms could mean for African markets.

    We then move to the intersection of traditional finance, digital assets and climate-focused fintech with Hirander Misra, Chairperson and CEO of GMEX Group, as he explains how ZERO13’s TechSprint award-winning blockchain innovation aims to scale sustainability efforts globally.

    Finally, we explore the future of digital talent and energy with Stacey-Lee Bolon, founder of STiiNT, recorded at the 2025 International Commodity Summit in Cape Town. She shares how digital talent marketplaces are reshaping workforce agility in fast-evolving sectors like energy and law and offers practical advice for leaders driving digital transformation in traditional industries.
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    10 Min.
  • Bizskoops - 18 December 2025

    Bizskoops - 18 December 2025
    Dec 18 2025
    On this week’s Bizskoops, we unpack shifting public sentiment on Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment, as a recent South African Reconciliation Barometer survey shows that most South Africans oppose the ANC’s current BEE policies, with Chris Hattingh from the Centre for Risk Analysis sharing his perspective.

    Economist Professor Waldo Krugell returns to discuss South Africa’s online gambling problem and whether prohibitions can really change consumer behaviour.

    On the investment front, Todd Micklethwaite, Executive Head: Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships at Sanlam Investments, looks ahead to next year’s Africa’s Green Economy Summit, following an edition that showcased an investment pipeline of around seven billion US dollars in green projects across the continent.

    We then focus on precious metals with Kirill Kirilenko, Precious Metals Analyst at CRU, who unpacks the key data points and strategic insights that industry stakeholders should watch as they plan for 2026 and beyond.

    Finally, we’re joined by Cherrylee Samson, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer at Hibarri, fresh from the 2025 International Commodity Summit at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, to explore how Hibarri’s platform is reshaping global commodity trading, the partnerships that matter most, and the company’s growth from humble beginnings to hubs in Cape Town, Sandton, Delaware and Dubai.
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    10 Min.
  • Bizskoops - 11 December 2025

    Bizskoops - 11 December 2025
    Dec 11 2025
    On this week’s Bizskoops, we dive into pressing economic issues and emerging trends shaping South Africa and the world.

    Economist Professor Waldo Krugell discusses the ongoing challenges of online gambling and its broader impacts.

    On the investment front, Todd Micklethwaite, Executive Head at Sanlam Alternative Investments, shares strategic priorities driving the green economy ahead of next year’s Green Economy Summit.

    We also hear from Kirill Kirilenko, Precious Metals Analyst at CRU, on how gold and other precious metals are innovating technology sectors.

    Finally, Cherrylee Samson, Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Hibarri, reveals how their pioneering solutions are transforming global commodity trading. We caught up with her at the 2025 International Commodity Summit held in Cape Town.

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    10 Min.
  • Bizskoops - 4 December 2025

    Bizskoops - 4 December 2025
    Dec 4 2025
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    On this week's Bizskoops, we explored key economic trends shaping Africa and South Africa’s unique position.

    We began with insights from Chris Hattingh of the Centre for Risk Analysis, who shared his views on why South Africa’s growth outlook remains subdued compared to its African peers, despite its strong potential. Economist Waldo Krugell then unpacked inflation and interest rate prospects impacting the economy.

    2025 was notable for precious metals, marked by growth and volatility. Kirill Kirilenko, Precious Metals Analyst at CRU Group, forecasted the major trends and disruptions expected in the next 12 to 24 months. We also featured Bongani Malaba, co-founder of Jenzy, who spoke about fintech innovation at the 2025 International Commodity Summit, focusing on how Jenzy is fostering trust and economic growth in Africa’s cross-border trade.

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    11 Min.
  • Bizskoops - 27 November 2025

    Bizskoops - 27 November 2025
    Nov 27 2025
    On the show today …
    # South Africa may soon introduce new tax on online gambling
    # Government is moving ahead with a new Butterfly Strategy to diversify trade
    The economist Waldo Krugell talks about the economics of Black Friday
    # In international business news… Canada’s Prime Minister is in no hurry to resume stalled trade talks with the United States
    # In investment-news… We take a look at global economic shifts and geopolitics driving the volatility of precious metals
    And, we are joined by the co-founder of the company Jenzy, Bongani Malaba.
    Bongani spoke during an interview at the 2025 International Commodity Summit, which took place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre last week.
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    9 Min.
  • Bizskoops - 20 November 2025

    Bizskoops - 20 November 2025
    Nov 20 2025
    On the show today …
    # South Africa’s credit ratings saw a significant positive development last week
    # Inflation is up zero-point-one percent month-on-month
    # The economist Waldo Krugell talks about good news in terms of the country's economy this past week
    # In international business news… Judge rules Meta did not break antitrust laws when it bought Instagram and WhatsApp
    # In investment-news… Pick n Pay’s founding family has sold about 64-million shares
    And, we are joined by the Head of Commodities at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) about the JSE’s commodities market support to agricultural producers and exporters in South Africa.
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    13 Min.