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POWER Business is on every weeknight, offering a wrap-up of the day’s business news, analysis into market trends and advice on all money-related matters. Renowned Business Editor Ron Derby interviews leading CEOs whose businesses are making headlines. POWER Business also has a human interest focus, unpacking the nature of the economy and empowerment more broadly.

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    How can businesses go beyond profit to uplift people

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 45:23


    As we mark Mandela Month, there’s a focus on how companies can really help build a more equal, more skilled South Africa. One organisation doing interesting work is the MTN Foundation. They’re focusing on issues like education, youth skills, and digital inclusion, and in December 2023 launched the MTN Skills Academy an online platform aimed at helping young people get practical digital skills. Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Richard Moyo, Project Manager at Datacomb consulting Arthur Mukhuvha, General Manager for MTN SA Foundation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Manufacturing Indaba Conference: African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) on manufacturing in Africa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 10:16


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Frances Phillips, Principal at Kearney - Management Consulting to help us understand the numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    PIC to increase investments in rural and township enterprises

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 14:52


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Lucky Pane, the Executive Head: Research and Project Development at the PIC about how the PIC will ensure that businesses in rural and township areas get more than just money, such as help with business skills, networks, and market access, to actually grow and succeed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Economic transactions uptick in June offers an encouraging sign for Q2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 7:27


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Elize Kruger Independent Economist about the latest numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SME Grind: Organic Snacks Delivered to Your Door

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 26:52


    On SME Grind we look at Miante Manufacturing which has been processing healthy snacks, dried fruits, nuts and peanuts since its establishment in 2016. Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Wendy Mpendulo, Founder of Miante Manufacturing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Climate Index: Six Reasons Why Urban Adaptation Finance Is Falling Short in the Global South

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 26:52


    A recent report by the Cities Climate Finance Leadership Alliance highlights that urban adaptation finance in low- and middle-income countries is critically underfunded, receiving only $6 billion (R102 billion) annually compared to the $147 billion (R2.6 trillion) needed by 2030. Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Hamza Abdullah Analyst at CPI, where he supports the Cities Climate Finance Leadership Alliance (CCFLA) & Alastair Mayes Program Associate at CPI for the Cities Climate Finance Leadership Alliance (CCFLA).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SAMRRA appoints Palesa Mkhize as first full-time CEO, signalling growth in South Africa's multifamily rental housing sector

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 26:52


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Palesa Mkhize, CEO of SAMRRA (South African Multifamily Residential Rental Association) about what the future looks like. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SAHPRA signs policy prioritising registration of locally made products

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 9:50


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Dr Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Fix My Biz: What makes a business model bankable (attractive to investors)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 15:10


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Monique Chinnah, Strategic Leader in Entrepreneur Development & Segment Design about understanding what investors are really looking for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Africa Segment: Lesotho declares a state of emergency amid U.S tariff uncertainty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 11:19


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Dr Jason Musyoka, development economist and associate researcher at the University of Pretoria about what this means for Lesotho. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Deal Room

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 10:54


    Now we enter the Deal Room , where we track the latest mergers, acquisitions, and investment activity shaping South Africa and the rest of the continent. We take a closer look at the deals making headlines and unpack what they reveal about shifting market trends and investor sentiment. Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Thami Netha, CEO at Shiloh Capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    G20: Fiscal and monetary policy heads meet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 11:19


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Prof Patrick Bond, political economist, political ecologist and scholar of social mobilization about what to expect in this meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SA auto exports to US plunge 87% on Trump tariff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 9:16


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Dr. Paulina Mamogobo, Chief Economist at Naamsa about what this means for the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Operation Vulindla Phase II - Q1 Progress Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 16:02


    Tehillah Niselow was in conversation with Rudi Dicks ,Head of the Project Management Office in the Private Office of the President about the details of this report and what South Africans can expect next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Blade Nzimande tables 2025/26 Science & Innovation Budget Vote

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 14:27


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Sir Stuart Ntlathi, BRICS Ambassador for South AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Godongwana cautions against rushing new inflation target

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 11:46


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Duma Gqubule, Independent Economist & Advisor on Economic Development and TransformationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SME Grind: The Sweet Slice Luxe Bakery

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 24:59


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Sibahle Khumalo, Founder at The Sweet Slice Luxe BakerySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Alleviating Poverty - The Provision of free basic services report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 11:35


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Moses Mnyaka, Chief Director: Government Financial Statistics at Stats SASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Climate Index: Green Climate Fund announces plans to disburse $1.2bn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 9:46


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Ruse Moleshe, Development Finance Specialist & Managing Director at Rubik See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sars 2025 tax season takes off with significant changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 13:09


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Sars Spokesperson, Siphithi SibekoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    South Africa's response to 30% U.S Tariffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 12:06


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Kaamil Alli, Spokesperson for Department of Trade, Industry & Competition (DTIC)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Africa Segment: EU boosts investment in African Mining

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 15:33


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Mining Analyst, Peter MajorSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Fix My Biz: “I can't let go” – Learning to delegate without losing control

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 9:58


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Business Coach & Author, Francois J. LubbeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Deal Room: 7 July

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 13:12


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Ntsika Ntsokolo, Equity Analyst at Sasfin Wealth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    World Chocolate Day: Consumer Stats & Behaviour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 8:03


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Andrew Fulton, Director at Eighty20See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Section 59 Inquiry finds medical schemes used racial profiling in fraud detection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 10:44


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Dr Musa Gumede, Chief Executive & Registrar at Council for Medical SchemesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    BRICS Summit takes place amid U.S. Tariff Uncertainty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 12:17


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Dr Saul Levin, Executive Director at Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies (TIPS)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SA resumes imports of Brazilian poultry products

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 8:34


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Imameleng Mothebe, CEO at Association of Meat Importers & Exporters (AMIE)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Power Suit: Punki Modise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 21:54


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Punki Modise, Group Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer at AbsaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ask Your HR: Corporate Mental Health Week - How toxic leaders are impacting SA's workforce

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 11:53


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Prof. Renata Schoeman Head of Healthcare, Leadership at the University of Stellenbosch Business SchoolSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AI Unpacked: Microsoft Copilot's evolution from a simple assistant to 'agentic AI'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 9:28


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Ray Collins, Sales Solution Specialist CSP at BraintreeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Freight industry notes improvement at country's ports

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 10:41


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Devlyn Naidoo, Logistics and Supply Chain expert & SA Association See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Rising fish exports outpace inflation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 9:24


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Andrew Fulton Director at Eighty20See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    ArcelorMittal takes Transnet to Competition Tribunal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 8:51


    Tehillah Niselow is on conversation with Ciaran Ryan, Journalist at MoneywebSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Power Boardroom with Vuyo Zitumane & Sina Hina-Mvoko_ Beyond bricks and mortar: the rise of South Africa's Smart Cities

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 47:14


    Everything about Smart Cities - What is the SA preservative? What happens when innovation meets infrastructure? From Cape Town to Messina, South Africa is stepping into the future with smart city ambitions. But what does that really mean for businesses, communities, and everyday citizens. Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with the GM: Public enterprises at MTN Business, Sina Hina-Mvoko, and GM: Public enterprises at City of Tshwane, Vuyo Zitumane talking about the realities or hindrances of fully adopting smart citiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Initial phase of the Wholesale Energy Market set for launch in early 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 9:17


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to James McKay, CEO at Energy Council of SA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Israel and Iran war and its Impact on the global economy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 13:24


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Sanisha Packirisamy, Chief Economist at Momentum InvestmentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    SME Grind: Blank Collection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 22:28


    Tehillah Niselow is on conversation with Fhulu Rathumbu, Founder at Blank Collection See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Power Suit: Arun Babu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 23:34


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Arun Babu, Chair and Managing Partner for Consulting Services at Deloitte AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Nearly 1 in 5 alcoholic drinks are illicit, according to latest study

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 11:40


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Dr Shamal Ramesar, Head of Research at Drinks Federation of South Africa (DF-SA)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sars non-residency update exposes expats to greater audit risk - experts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 10:34


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Thomas Lobban, Director at Ibex Consulting, a division of Latita AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    MSCI South Africa Green Annual Property Index 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 8:44


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Timothy Irvine, Head of Asset Management: Offices at Growthpoint Properties See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Lesaka Technologies sells stake in Indian fintech MobiKwik for R290m

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 12:47


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Mudiwa Gavaza, Tech Journalist at Business DaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Absa Purchasing Manager's Index

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 7:49


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Sello Sekele, Economist at Absa CIBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Fix My Biz: Payroll Pitfalls and Compliance Confusion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 10:00


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Ncumisa Mkunqwana, CEO at Chapu Chartered AccountantsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Africa Segment: Nigeria's new tax laws

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 11:22


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Yomi Olugbenro, West Africa Tax & Legal Market Leader at Deloitte AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Why cities should welcome informality in tackling jobs crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 23:07


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversations with Hilary Joffe, Business Day Editor-At-LargeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How management consultants are cashing in on the climate crisis - report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 11:55


    Tehillah Niselow speaks to Raeesa Pather, Senior Investigator at Open SecretsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    GNU Reflections

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 10:05


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Political Economist, Dr Dale McKinleySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ask Your HR: Are younger, child-free professionals becoming the silent shock absorbers of modern workloads?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 12:19


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Boniwe Dunster, HR Executive at Lanseria International AirportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    AI Upacked: African Intelligence -  Adapting AI for African Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 9:23


    Tehillah Niselow is in conversation with Dr Nyx McLean, Head of Research and Postgraduate Studies at EduvosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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