Podcast appearances and mentions of Helen Zille

In today's BizNews Briefing, Donald Trump dishes on US-China trade talks as global markets hang in the balance. Helen Zille teases a bold Joburg mayoral run, with IRR's John Endres unpacking the city's make-or-break stakes. The DA unveils a hard-hitting 10-point plan to combat farm attacks. UIM's Neil de Beer maps SA's future-boom or bust. Plus, Apple's AI and AR fumbles spark fierce criticism.

Clement Manyathela and the listeners discuss various topics including the Comrades Marathon and Helen Zille saying she is considering running for Johannesburg Mayor. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy MacIver speaks to Daily Maverick journalist Ferial Haffajee about Helen Zille’s possible return to frontline politics — this time as a candidate for Mayor of Johannesburg. As Johannesburg battles power cuts, water outages, and a decaying infrastructure, Zille is considering stepping into the fray. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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

Bongani Bingwa speaks to DA Federal Council Chairperson Helen Zille about speculation that she could be the party’s candidate for Johannesburg mayor in 2026. With the DA’s track record in Cape Town and the Western Cape forming the backbone of its “Where we govern – we do it better” message, insiders see Zille former mayor, former premier, and seasoned strategist as a bold choice to rescue a crumbling Johannesburg. She isn’t dismissing the idea either, calling it “worth considering. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helen Zille oorweeg dit om as burgemeester die Goudstad te probeer regruk. Die seun van een van die Cradock Vier praat oor sy vriendskap met FW de Klerk se weduwee. Suid-Afrikaners maak skoonskip in die Comrades.

The possibility of Democratic Alliance (DA) Federal Council Chairperson Helen Zille as the next Mayor of Johannesburg has the country talking. In this interview with BizNews, Zille says although she has not yet made up her mind, she is “tending in the direction of doing so”. If she were to become Mayor, she says, her “only objective will be to restore service delivery and functionality” to Joburg. “And then Joburg will fly. It's got everything going for it. It's got every potential going for it. And that's what it must get right. We've got to get Joburg. We've got to get eThekwini. We've got to get Tshwane…the metros in Gauteng are the next major frontier and South Africa will stand or fall by what we do with the metros in Gauteng.” As for how African National Congress (ANC) Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi might feel about the prospect of her as mayor, Zille says: “…he will pull out all the stops to stop me, no doubt about that. So will Herman Mashaba (ActionSA Leader). He's played the race card already.” Meanwhile, Zille stresses that she and her family are committed to staying in South Africa. “And for South Africa to work, Joburg's got to work. It's very simple. We can't have just the Western Cape working. We've got to have the whole of South Africa working. And that's why we put up really good candidates to be mayoral candidates in all the cities, all the cities where we've got a chance.”

Catch Up on the latest leading news stories around the country with Mandy Wiener on Midday Report every weekday from 12h00 - 13h00 The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is 702 and CapeTalk’s flagship news show, your hour of essential news radio. The show is podcasted every weekday, allowing you to catch up with a 60-minute weekday wrap of the day's main news. It's packed with fast-paced interviews with the day’s newsmakers, as well as those who can make sense of the news and explain what's happening in your world. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch up and listen to. Thank you for listening to this podcast of The Midday Report Listen live on weekdays between 12:00 and 13:00 (SA Time) to The Midday Report broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from The Midday Report go to https://buff.ly/BTGmL9H and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/LcbDdFI Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Democratic Alliance Federal Council Chairperson, Helen Zille may consider putting her name forward for running for the Mayor of the City of Johannesburg ahead of next year's local government elections. According to the Daily Maverick, the former DA leader and former Premier of the Western Cape Province says she will decide by next week whether to apply for the job as a candidate - within the DA - who want to be considered have an application deadline of June the 15th to do so. Zille could pontetially be the last hope to save a crumbling City of Gold which has been plagued by decaying infrastructure, crime and unemployment amongst many other challenges.Jon Gericke spoke to Democratic Alliance Federal Council Chairperson, Helen Zille

The Democratic Alliance's Federal Council chairperson, Helen Zille has announced she is considering a run for Johannesburg mayor in the upcoming 2026 local government elections. This as political parties intensify preparations for the municipal polls. For expert political insight, Elvis Presslin spoke to Political analyst, Professor Tumi Senokoane

Bongani Bingwa chats with comedian and friend of the show Stuart Taylor, Creative Director of the Laugh Africa Comedy Festival, about the much-anticipated Showmax Roast of Helen Zille, which premieres today (16 May 2025). Bongani, who stepped out of his comfort zone to join the lineup, shares behind-the-scenes laughs from the event, which took place from May 2–4 at the Sandton Convention Centre. Stuart unpacks what went into curating the roast, the comedians involved, and why the festival marks a bold new chapter for African comedy. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die DA sê hy is gereed om vandag in die Hooggeregshof in Pretoria voort te gaan met sy saak teen die Wysigingswet op Gelyke Indiensneming. Die party voer aan dat die wet rassekwotas instel wat as teikens verbloem is, en mense onregverdig en ongrondwetlik van werk uitsluit op grond van ras. Die voorsitter van die DA se federale raad, Helen Zille, het aan die media gesê die wetgewing gee die minister van Indiensneming en Arbeid onbeperkte magte om rassekwotas op te lê, wat beleggings sal ontmoedig en werkloosheid vererger:

In this BizNews Briefing, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana responds to resignation calls, Helen Zille shares DA strategy ahead of May 21, and Dr. Frans Cronje weighs in on shifting GNU dynamics. Plus, market insights on Microsoft and Meta, and a fresh look at rugby's crowded calendar.

In this candid and wide-ranging interview, Helen Zille, Chair of the DA Federal Council, speaks with Bronwyn Nielsen about South Africa's current political landscape, the challenges of coalition governance, and the urgent need for pro-growth, pro-employment economic reform. Zille provides clarity on the DA's stance regarding the VAT increase, the Expropriation Act, and the role of the private sector in driving development. She also reflects on the personal toll of political leadership, her career journey from journalism to politics, and the future of the Government of National Unity. A compelling insight into South Africa's political crossroads and the DA's strategic vision.

30.04.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Tumi Morake take a hilarious trip down memory lane as they revisit the most iconic (and sometimes ridiculous) TV shows from their childhood—think Friends and an African Spiderman you've definitely never seen before. They unpack what's coming up in the much-anticipated Roast of Helen Zille, with Tumi stepping into the hot seat as Roast Master. Plus, they explore how ChatGPT is stepping into the world of shopping… because of course it is The Real Network

Africa Melane is joined by veteran politician and author Tony Leon to unpack revelations from his new memoir Being There: Backstories from the Political Front. Leon, South Africa’s longest-serving leader of the official opposition and former ambassador, offers a candid, insider account of the high-stakes negotiations that led to the formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU). Follow us on:CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalkCapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalkCapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkzaCapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former DA leader Tony Leon, in his new book, Being There, says DA Federal Executive chair and former party leader Helen Zille may have many positive qualities but that “I doubt the party brand is enhanced by her continued presence at the top of the organisation”. Peter Bruce asks him in this edition of Podcasts from the Edge whether he still believes that and whether he thinks the DA is right to fight to stay in the Government of National Unity despite being the principle cause of failure of the National Treasury's two attempts to increase the rate of VAT. How does it fight coming local and national elections as part of a government run by the ANC?

Die voorsitter van die DA se Federale Raad, Helen Zille, sê die Wes-Kaapse Hooggeregshof-uitspraak dat 'n BTW-verhoging amptelik opgeskort moet word, is 'n sege vir alle Suid-Afrikaners. Sy sê die besluit verseker dat veranderinge aan die BTW-koers behoorlik deur die parlement goedgekeur moet word voordat dit in werking tree. Die DA-woordvoerder, Willie Aucamp, sê die party verwelkom die uitspraak en sal sy stryd voortsit vir, en met alle Suid-Afrikaners vir 'n ekonomie wat groei en werk skep:

Bongani Bingwa speaks to DA Federal Council Chairperson, Helen Zille about the DA’s continued legal challenge against the proposed VAT increase. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/702/702-breakfast-with-bongani-bingwa/audio-podcasts/702-breakfast-with-bongani-bingwa/ Listen live - 702 Breakfast is broadcast weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/702 Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/  Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702   702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702  702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702  702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clement Manyathela speaks to Helen Zille, the DA federal council chairperson; Lindsay Dentlinger, EWN Parliamentary Correspondent and Lukhona Mnguni, a political analyst as they unpack the processes to follow, following the minister’s announcement. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live – The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) on 702 https://www.primediaplus.com/station/702 Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/702/the-clement-manyathela-show/audio-podcasts/the-clement-manyathela-show/ Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/  Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702   702 on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkradio702  702 on X: www.x.com/Radio702  702 on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@radio702  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die DA sê finansminister Enoch Godongwana se besluit om die BTW-verhoging van 'n 0,5-persentasiepunt te skrap, is ʼn draaipunt in die stryd om Suid-Afrikaners teen ongeregverdigde finansiële laste te beskerm. Die party sê hy het ʼn voorstel van Godongwana se prokureurs ontvang om buite die hof te skik oor sy interdik-aansoek teen die verhoging. Die voorsitter van die party se federale raad, Helen Zille, sê die minister sou dit nie omgekeer het as dit nie vir die DA was nie:

Die DA het bevestig dat die minister van Finansies, Enoch Godongwana, se prokureurs die party genader het om buite die hof te skik. Dit hou verband met die DA se aansoek in die Hooggeregshof om ʼn interdik te kry teen die BTW-verhoging. Godongwana het intussen in ʼn verklaring gesê hy het besluit om die BTW-verhoging van 0,5-persentasiepunte terug te trek. Die voorsitter van die DA se federale raad, Helen Zille, sê hulle vergader vandag met ʼn hoëvlak-ANC-afvaardiging:

Lester Kiewit speaks to Steve Letsike, founder of Access Chapter 2, a registered NPO which promotes human rights and empowerment among women, girls, and LGBTIQ+ persons, to get a response on comments made on X by Helen Zille in support of a UK Supreme Court ruling that excludes transgender women from the definition of “woman” under that country’s Equality Act. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live – Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit is broadcast weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) https://www.primediaplus.com/station/capetalk Find all the catch-up podcasts here https://www.primediaplus.com/capetalk/good-morning-cape-town-with-lester-kiewit/audio-podcasts/good-morning-cape-town-with-lester-kiewit/ Subscribe to the CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://www.primediaplus.com/competitions/newsletter-subscription/ Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CapeTalk   CapeTalk on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@capetalk   CapeTalk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/capetalkza  CapeTalk on X: www.x.com/CapeTalk  CapeTalk on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tshidi Madia in for Clement Manyathela speaks to Helen Zille, the Democratic Alliance Federal Council Chairperson about the party’s recent talks with the ANC on the future of the Government of National Unity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by Daily Maverick Associate Editor Ferial Haffajee to unpack her latest article on South Africa’s coalition government . Together, they explore three potential scenarios for the country’s Government of National Unity (GNU) – from an uneasy ANC – DA alliance straining under mutual distrust, to a rebooted coalition without the DA that brings in newcomers like ActionSA and Build One South Africa (BOSA), and even a populist partnership with the EFF in the mix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lester Kiewit speaks to EWN Politics Associate Editor, Tshidi Madia, about the state of the government of national unity, as the Democratic Alliance and the African National Congress struggle to see eye-to-eye on key issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tshidi Madia, standing in for 702's Clement Manyathela, speaks to Prince Mashele, a political analyst, Professor Kagiso Pooe from the Wits School of Governance, and Lizeka Tandwa, the Digital Politics Editor for TimesLIVE and Sunday Times, about the Government of National Unity's latest announcement. Briefing the media on the outcome of the ANC’s National Working Committee (NWC) on Tuesday, ANC Secretary-General Fikile Mbalula said that the party will "hit the reset button” and start engaging with parties inside and outside the GNU. This is mainly to tackle the impasse over the 2025 budget that has emerged. Negotiations will take place over the next five days. This ‘reset’ does not entail booting the DA from the GNU, or pushing for any specific changes. Subsequently, Mashele, Pooe and Tandwa discuss and ask: What the way forward is for the GNU. Will the 2025 budget be passed? Will there be a reconfiguration? Where do we stand on the VAT increase? "It's been a rather tumultuous time, a time of uncertainty... what we know right now is that the ANC's currently in conversation with its political partners in the GNU and those who supported it from the outside the GNU primarily, Action SA. What's interesting for us is to see what's going to come out of those conversations." - Lizeka Tandwa, Digital Politics Editor - TimesLIVE and Sunday Times "We must keep this in mind and we must never forget that the biggest two components - that is the ANC and DA - are strategic enemies and they are in this government to weaken each other. That is what we must keep in mind all the time when we see all the dramas... that's number one." - Prince Mashele, Political Analyst "What holds this thing together? It was always the key issue which was the weakness of this, and I call it the strategic weakness." - Kagiso Pooe, Professor - Wits School of Governance Thanks for listening! For more, listen live - The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast weekdays from 9am to 12pm on 702.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's BizNews Briefing, Bronwyn Nielsen unpacks Donald Trump's dramatic tariff moves - pausing some, hiking others, and sending markets soaring. The NASDAQ and S&P 500 post their biggest daily gains in decades. Then, we dive into SA-US relations with sharp insights from voices across the spectrum: Fikile Mbalula, Helen Zille, Moeletsi Mbeki, and more. Is it time for South Africa to reset its approach to Washington?

This episode of the BizNews Briefing focuses on the big news of the moment for South Africans - fragility of the GNU and the imminent enforcement of Trump Tariffs. There's context and advice from Moeletsi Mbeki, Helen Zille, The Economist and the FT.

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Helen Zille, Chairperson of the Federal Council of the Democratic Alliance who's set to take the hot seat on Showmax's popular Roast comedy show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chair of the Democratic Alliance's Federal Executive, Helen Zille, shares some Uber Truths in this timeous interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg - discussing the DA's view on staying in the GNU (or being ejected from it); the pressure being imposed on the party's GNU decision by Big Business; why the DA has approached the courts to block the VAT increase; what to do about the proposed Trump Tariffs - and what South Africans should do about jerking the country out of a 15 year economic coma.

Die DA se federale voorsitter, Helen Zille, is die eerste politikus wat die onderwerp van ʼn Showmax- en Laugh Africa Roast-program is. Die kreatiewe regisseur, Stuart Taylor, het kommentaar gelewer oor haar belangrike politieke statuur en reguit uitsprake. Zille verwelkom die spottery en sê mense spot haar agter haar rug, so hulle kan dit net sowel voor haar doen. Sy het aan eNCA gesê sy is reg vir die komende geleentheid:

Today on The Midday Report on 702 and CapeTalk, host Mandy Wiener covers the latest news, including Deputy President Paul Mashatile leading this year’s Human Rights Day events. The PAC is in Sharpeville and is calling for Human Rights Day to be renamed to commemorate the massacre. The DA’s Helen Zille speaks to Mandy about why she is in Claremont, Johannesburg. Since it is Friday, Mandy brings us sports and good things. This and more on the Midday Report with Mandy Wiener. Listen live - The Midday Report with Mandy Wiener is broadcast on weekdays from noon to 1pm on 702 and CapeTalk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a bold keynote address at BNC#7 in Hermanus, South Africa's Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, delivered eye-opening predictions about the political landscape leading up to the next elections - providing detailed analyses on the EFF, DA and ANC. McKenzie highlighted the importance of the Government of National Unity to South Africa, and how the coalition is keeping the EFF, MK and particularly "the most popular man in South Africa", Jacob Zuma, out of power. McKenzie shared behind-the-scenes insights into the dealings of the GNU, in particular, working with the DA and ANC. He also unpacked details surrounding the recently announced budget and closed off with some of his achievements so far as a Minister. After his keynote address, Minister Gayton McKenzie joined BizNews founder Alec Hogg for a no-holds-barred Q&A session where he doubled down on his stance against illegal immigration, calling it the "biggest issue facing South Africa" and warned businesses to stop employing undocumented foreigners. He also defended the Government of National Unity (GNU), emphasizing its necessity in countering the rise of Jacob Zuma's MK party. Reflecting on his tenure as Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture, McKenzie highlighted his push for reforms in sports funding and infrastructure while confirming ambitious plans, including a bid for the 2036 Olympics and bringing Formula 1 back to South Africa. His candid remarks, including unexpected praise for political rival Helen Zille, underscored his belief that pragmatic leadership—rather than party loyalty—is key to South Africa's future.

In this episode of BizNews Briefing, the US ambassador-in-waiting's comments on Sandton Drive renaming picked up internationally; Helen Zille explains why Budget sparked SA's new ‘coalition era'; CEO Dan Marokane addresses misinformation about Eskom being “overstaffed”; Jack Ma, AliBaba rehabilitated by Beijing; BYD; and SpaceX's astronaut rescue.

In the opening address of the seventh BizNews Conference BNC#7, Chairperson of the Federal Council of the Democratic Alliance, Helen Zille, delivered a hard-hitting speech, dissecting the shifting global order and South Africa's precarious position within it. From the rise of geopolitical oligarchs—Trump, Putin, and Xi—to the ANC's foreign policy missteps, Zille laid bare the challenges ahead. She championed the DA's role in the Government of National Unity (GNU) as a necessary bulwark against state collapse, urging South Africans to embrace liberal democracy as the only viable path forward. Following her keynote address, Zille sat down with BizNews founder Alec Hogg to tackle tough questions on coalition politics, the DA's leverage in budget negotiations, and South Africa's foreign policy missteps. She warned of the ANC's devious negotiation tactics, outlined the DA's fight against reckless government spending, and explained why aligning with Iran could have devastating consequences for the country. Addressing concerns from the BNC#7 delegates about the GNU's risks for the DA, Zille made it clear: strategic muscle and principled governance are key to shaping South Africa's future.

In the latest Sunday Show with BizNews, Neil De Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), rages about “the ultimate embarrassment and shame” of South Africa's Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool getting expelled from the United States for race-baiting. “… this is while he's sitting in the USA, where he is, no doubt, one of the few people that…needs to calm this American fire that's burning…Well, he just blew it.” De Beer also dissects the speeches of some of the top speakers at the past week's BizNews Conference: He slams Deputy President Paul Mashatile for speaking about fighting corruption with dockets hanging over his own head. “When you speak in that manner, you have to have credibility…Heaven forbid he does become the Number One.” De Beer has rare praise for Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie as “one of the loudest flag-wavers” of the Government of National Unity (GNU). “I'll tell you after again seeing him, his speech and his enlightenment of the crowd, I might start to like Gayton McKenzie.” De Beer hails the Democratic Alliance's (DA's) Helen Zille for delivering the payload with her opening address in which she spoke about the challenges of being in the GNU. “But…she echoed many a sentiment: this is the only option that we have.” De Beer also shares his theory that the State's increased “focus” on certain outspoken personalities could have led to billionaire Rob Hersov not coming out “firebrand, accusational and lightning” in his speech as usual. “He nearly became a diplomat…Anti-ANC as always, pro-GNU, but very calm. Maybe a once-in-a-lifetime delivery.”

ActionSA's parliamentary leader, Athol Trollip, has criticized South Africa's foreign policy in a recent National Assembly speech. Meanwhile, at the BNC#7 in Hermanus, Helen Zille addressed the shifting global order, with her speech soon available on BizNewsTv. The event also featured Neil De Beer discussing DA leader John Steenhuisen's relationship with President Cyril Ramaphosa.

Die DA het 'n aansoek teen die onlangs-getekende Onteieningswet by die Wes-Kaapse Hooggeregshof ingedien en beweer dis ongrondwetlik. Die party voer aan die wet bied die regering buitensporige magte om eiendom sonder vergoeding te vat, in 'n stap wat herinner aan grondonteiening tydens apartheid. Die voorsitter van die DA se federale raad, Helen Zille, vra dat die wet nietig verklaar word, met verwysing na onduidelike klousules en die belyning daarvan met die ANC se breër strewe na onteiening sonder vergoeding.

'Hierdie wet maak die deur oop vir grootskaalse onteiening sonder vergoeding': Helen Zille – voorsitter van die Demokratiese Alliansie (DA) se federale raad. Volg RSG Geldsake op Twitter

In an exclusive BizNews interview with Bronwyn Nielsen, Helen Zille discusses the DA's legal bid to have the Expropriation Act nullified, citing constitutional and procedural concerns. She warns that the Act could open the door to state overreach and economic instability, arguing that land restitution should remain within existing laws. Zille also weighs in on the Act's implications for South Africa's international relations, including potential fallout with the U.S. under a Trump administration.

In the latest episode of The Pioneer Podcast I spoke with Hellen Zille, the Chairperson of the Federal Council of the Democratic Alliance (DA) to get her insights on recent political developments inside South Africa and also globally. She also share her thoughts on the Government of National Unity (GNU) which includes the DA and some other opposition parties in South Africa, the 2024 election outcomes, wokeness, problematic ANC polices and more. If you would like to support this podcast, please visit https://afrikaner.org/support/ to make a contribution. #thepioneerpodcast

In this episode of the BizNews Briefing: Editor in Chief of the Bhekisisa Health Centre for Journalism, Mia Malan, details the severe impact of Donald Trump's freezing of global HIV programmes, with John Matisonn also weighing in on the situation. DA Chairperson of the Federal Council, Helen Zille, comments on the JP Smith saga. European nation Czechia's National Bank governor plans to start a strategic crypto reserve, Bitcoin guru James Caw gives his thoughts. ASML shares jump 12% on AI hype. And Microsoft investigates DeepSeek. Join host Bronwyn Nielsen for a rundown of the biggest stories of the day.

Clement Manyathela speaks to Peter Bruce, an Editor-at-large and columnist and Lukhona Mnguni, a political analyst about the future of the DA’s leadership. Clement also takes a call from Helen Zille, the DA Federal Chairperson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ActionSA beskuldig landbouminister John Steenhuisen daarvan dat hy 'n vloot luukse bloulig-sportnutsvoertuie gebruik, wat elk meer as 1 miljoen Suid-Afrikaanse rand kos. ActionSA-woordvoerder, Dereleen James, sê dit is in stryd met die openbare uitlatings van die federale voorsitter van die DA, Helen Zille, dat hulle nie ten gunste is van bloulig-byvoordele vir enige DA-minister nie. ActionSA kritiseer die uitspattigheid te midde van armoede en sê dit is bewys van 'n verkwistende regering van nasionale eenheid wat byvoordele bo landsburgers se probleme stel.

In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, host Alec Hogg and his guests provide context on how the ANC's alliance with the Iranian regime is backfiring big time after the Teheran-supported Syrian dictator flees to Moscow. Plus, Neil de Beer shares his forthright opinion on his erstwhile MPC partner Helen Zille, Trump's new SA-born crypto and AI tzar, and Phil Craig explains why Cape Independence is still on the table.

22.11.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Ben chat about a new drag show featuring Helen Zille, a new life motto and the first ever customer complaint in 1750BC The Real Network

After 100 days of GNU, are we headed in the right direction? South African politics has been a hive of activity in recent times, from questionable hiring practices to political floor crossing. Joining Gareth and Phumi to give an insider's view, Chairperson of the Federal Council of the Democratic Alliance, Helen Zille. Getting insight into news headlines is the order of the day. The Burning Platform

  Clement Manyathela speaks to DA Federal council chairperson, Helen Zille commenting on Cilliers Brink being removed as the Tshwane mayor last Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Clement Manyathela speaks to Gauteng ANC Chairperson, Panyaza Lesufi regarding the statement made by DA Federal council chairperson, Helen Zille on Tshwane's mayorship following the fallout between the DA and ActionSA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.