The Daily Friend Show

Nicholas Lorimer and Michael Morris discuss the end of the Ramaphoria era in South Africa's politics. They also chat about violence against municipal officials and the ANC's declaration that the economy is in crisis. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Terence Corrigan discuss the ANC's most recent NEC meeting, the growing municipal crisis in Johannesburg, and a strange fake news video. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Herman Pretorius discuss state capture attempts at Pretoria High School for Girls. They also discuss attempts to limit the property rights of the poorest South Africans and increasing conflict inside the ANC. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Chris Hattingh discuss the ANC's foreign policy and how it seems to be completely falling apart, as well as Eskom's desperate attempts to hold on to its monopoly. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Michael Morris and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the inability of the Mpumalanga Education Provincial Department to fill vacancies, the life expectancy of South Africans, and infrastructure, and why it matters. Read the report and watch the webinar: https://irr.org.za/reports/the-irrs-blueprint-for-growth/the-irr-blueprint-for-growth-2025/5-the-irrs-blueprint-for-growth-reinforcing-south-africas-growth-through-infrastructure Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

John Endres and Nicholas Lorimer discuss ANC foreign policy, GNU politics and the Zondo commission. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Terence Corrigan discuss the debt problems in Gauteng and what this says about the larger problem of debt in the South African middle class, they also discuss some Petty and silly diplomatic moves by South African government officials, and they talk about a big victory in a by-election for the PA. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

In this episode of The Daily Friend Show, Michael Morris and Hermann Pretorius dive into the multi-faceted and evergreen issue of corruption. A new proposed law in Washington, D.C., paves the way for the US government to put sanctions on some SA politicians. Meanwhile, back home, a small ANC concession on corruption, the firing of Minister Nkabane, paved the way for the GNU's first budget to near completion after months of political fights and tensions, and former chief justice Zondo speaks out on the weakness of the Hawks and the impact of the death of the famous Scorpions NPA unit. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

In today's episode, Marius Roodt and Hermann Pretorius take a look at the sacking of the ANC's Minister of Higher Education and Training, Kenny Kunene of the PA, being in the wrong place at the wrong time, and a time when an English-speaking Springbok captain was enough to upset those in power. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

In this episode of The Daily Friend Show, John Endres and Hemann Pretorius break down how South Africa is facing a moment of truth in terms of politics, policies, and national priorities. Is the DA trapped by a 'white' label? Is President Ramaphosa telling the truth about needed reforms? Will South Africa face reality in its relationship with the USA? Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Anlu Keeve, Marius Roodt and Makone Maja probe South Africa's grim growth outlook, youth unemployment rates and debt-burdened workers. They also react to the Public Incorporation Fund (PIC) lending more money to Day Break Foods which is under criminal investigation for corruption. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Hermann Pretorius and Makone Maja discuss the launch of the IRR's Freedom From Poverty Bill, a leaked report that the National Security Council investigated DA MP Emma Powell for her trip to the US, and the results of the latest round of by-elections. Freedom From Poverty Bill webinar launch with Dr Anthea Jeffery and Makone: https://www.youtube.com/live/AkFm4vfeKdc?si=MlrH8ExRCVfC0Jqo Rule Breakers book launch: https://www.facebook.com/proteaboekhuis1/posts/1184801466993685/ Link to purchase the book: https://www.takealot.com/rule-breakers-how-the-2024-election-campaign-changed-south-afric/PLID98543267 Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Terence Corrigan and Makone Maja discuss Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni's briefing to the media about a coup d'eta being a possible risk to the country; the Presidency's response to the DA accusing it of hiding the US rejecting Mcebisi Jonas' credentials as special envoy to the United States; and end with reports of worsening Johannesburg power outages. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Makone Maja discuss the allegations from the DA that the United States has denied credentials to Mcebisi Jonas, Ramaphosa's special envoy to the US. They also discuss protests against infrastructure projects in poor areas. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Dr John Endres and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the announcement by the president of a commission of enquiry into the police. They also discuss the shocking contrast between the national dialogue and the real economic position of millions of South Africans. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Today's Daily Friend Show with Terence Corrigan, and Nicholas Lorimer. They discuss the billing mismanagement of Johannesburg. They also discuss the failures of the the mining ministry and an MK fundraiser. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Michael Morris and Nicholas Lorimer discuss South Africa's great economic potential, what the president should say about the police minister and a rare ANC economic win. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

John Endres and Nicholas Lorimer discuss US SA relations and the looming threat of tariffs. They also discuss deepening economic problems in South Africa and the accusations that the police minister is covering up for political killings. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Hermann Pretorius and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the looming battle over the city manager of Tshwane. They also discuss formalizing the informal sector. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Hermann Pretorius discuss accusations by a senior cop that the Minister of police is covering up for political killings. They also discuss a Bidvest bursary that excludes poor white kids, and they discuss a problem with the president's plane. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Terence Corrigan and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the growing split between the ANC and SACP, the growing split in the GNU, and the problem of too many people awaiting trial. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Makone Maja and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the latest polling data from the SRF and explore what precisely it tells us about SA. They also discuss electricity theft and licensing reform. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Hermann Pretorius and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the next steps in the GNU after the DA's "ultimatum" to the ANC. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Today's Daily Friend Show with Nicholas Lorimer, Michael Morris and Chris Patterson. They discuss the DA's ultimatum to the president after the firing of a DA deputy minister. They also discuss the Freedom Charter 70 years on. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Terence Corrigan and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the firing of deputy minister of trade, industry and competition Andrew Whitfield. They also discuss the huge red tape burden on government department heads and a university connected murder. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Marius Roodt discuss the statement by the president that government is considering a “review” of BEE. They also discuss the motion of no-confidence in the Joburg mayor and the coalitions bill. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Hermann Pretorius and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the stark choice before government with regards to Starlink. They also discuss business success and overregulation in SA. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Today's Show with Nicholas Lorimer and Chris Hattingh discuss the signs of possible weakness in the ANC going towards the 2026 local government elections. They also discuss single man parties and SANDF members arrested for murder. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Today's Daily Friend Show with Marius Roodt, Makone Maja and Nicholas Lorimer. They discuss the ongoing public debate around BEE. They also discuss Malema being denied a visa to the UK. Taxing the wealthy and criminal cops. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Today's show, Nicholas Lorimer and Chris Hattingh chat about the intentions of Flyod Shivambu to form a new political party. They also discuss the Auditor General being owed large sums of money and a union split. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Anlu Keeve discuss a group of doctors who have launched an attack on the South African Medical Association Trade Union for not standing up for doctors. They also discuss City Power being mismanaged and the Right to Own Bill. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Michael Morris and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the Competition Commission and its negative effects on investment. They also chat about the national dialogue and why its silly and lastly they discuss claims that SA's unemployment rate is actually much lower. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Today's Daily Friend Show with Nicholas Lorimer, Chris Hattingh and Terence Corrigan. They discuss the one year anniversary of the GNU, China trying to woo Africa and Israel's strikes on Iran. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Hermann Pretorius discuss an article about the rigorous new standards the ANC is setting for its candidate selection. They use this to get into a broader discussion of how South Africa can get better politicians. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Makone Maja and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the planned "National Dialogue", pull back on BEE in mining and score cards for ministers. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Marius Roodt and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the op-eds by Adriaan Basson and Matt Cuthbert on BEE. They also chat about a fire in Joburg and the ATM changing leaders. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

John Endres and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the reporting that Helen Zille is considering running to be the mayoral candidate for the DA in Johannesburg. They also talk about land invasions of military bases and the BEE debate. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Makone Maja discuss the IRR's campaign to find out how many parts of government will have expropriating powers. They also chat about failed government efforts to create jobs and problems with the deeds office in Joburg. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Marius Roodt and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the ongoing public debate around BEE, and South Africa's lost potential. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Chris Hattingh and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the dismal GDP growth figures for Q1 of 2025. They also discuss government plans for yet another SOE and the removal of Floyd Shivambu as MK secretary general. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and John Endres discuss the rapidly changing BEE debate and how it is shifting towards admitting BEE's failure. They also discuss SA's crime problem and its effect on economic growth. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Today's Daily Friend show is another extra large panel of Chris Patterson, Nicholas Lorimer, Michael Morris and Marius Roodt. They discuss a calculation done by Professor William Gumede which estimates that BEE has resulted in R1 trillion being moved between under 100 people since 1994. They also chat about reforming local government and asking if decentralization is the only way to go. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Makone Maja and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the awful new mining legislation proposed by the minister of mining. They also chat about the PA's chances in the Northern Cape and the ANC's resistance to changing internet rules. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Marius Roodt and Nicholas Lorimer discuss answers on race categorization and BEE that President Ramaphosa gave in parliament to questions from MPs. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Chris Hattingh and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the accusations that the mayor of Joburg has been covering up the financial damage to Joburg caused by City Power. They also discuss regulations changes to internet providers, and they discuss a leadership change in the MK party. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Hermann Pretorius discuss the excellent column attacking BEE by Professor William Gumede. They also discuss a court challenge in defence of BEE, and South Africa's latest crime statistics. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Today's Daily Friend Show with John Endres, Marius Roodt and Nicholas Lorimer. They discuss the third attempt at a budget. They also discuss regulation changes on internet providers and SA dependence on HIV/AIDS support from the US. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Makone Maja discuss the explosive and chaotic meeting between Trump and Ramaphosa at the White House. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Hermann Pretorius and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the latest polling from the IRR about how South Africans feel on a variety of policy questions. They show that the ANC is deeply out of touch with how South Africans actually feel. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Michael Morris and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the shocking statistics around malnutrition in South Africa and the importance of economic growth. They also discuss murders around courts, and they discuss the trouble with special exemptions and carve outs. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter

Nicholas Lorimer and Chris Hattingh discuss reporting from City Press about how most of South Africa's troops in DRC have been left behind due to lack of budget, whilst the heavy equipment is removed. They also discuss Transnet's financial woes, and a violent service delivery protest in Gauteng. Website · Facebook · Instagram · Twitter