Podcasts about Hermanus

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Tracey Lange speaks to Michelle van Zyl, Fundraiser at Camphill Farm, a community in Hermanus for intellectually disabled adults to farm, take care of animals and learn skills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Solid records of consistent outperformance in difficult times add credibility to insights on the current turmoil shared here by Re:CM founder Piet Viljoen and Sean Peche, his counterpart at Ranmore. Both delivered star turns at the BNC#7 conference in Hermanus a month ago. In this interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg, they provide dollops of common sense to guide fretting stock market investors.

At the seventh BizNews Conference (BNC#7) in Hermanus, renowned Zimbabwean entrepreneur and media leader Trevor Ncube delivered an inspiring keynote on the challenges and opportunities facing Africa. Drawing from his personal journey and deep insights, he spoke on leadership, ethical business practices, and the resilience needed to navigate uncertain times. His address emphasized the need for integrity, bold decision-making, and a renewed commitment to African progress. Following his keynote address, Trevor Ncube engaged in a dynamic Q&A session with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, offering candid insights into leadership, media freedom, and Africa's economic future. He tackled pressing issues such as business ethics, political accountability, and the role of journalism in shaping public discourse. The conversation touched on personal experiences, industry challenges, and the evolving landscape of African entrepreneurship. Ncube's reflections provided a thought-provoking conclusion, emphasizing resilience, innovation, and the need for courageous leadership in uncertain times.

At BNC#7 in Hermanus, the UK's largest-ever political funder (of Brexit), Arron Banks, delivered a hard-hitting keynote on political disruption. He criticised South Africa's political status quo, argued that a reform movement could upend the ANC and DA, and highlighted Trump's unorthodox but effective leadership style. Banks also explored the geopolitical chess game between the US, China, and Russia, predicting a major shift in Africa's global influence. With topics ranging from economic nationalism to artificial intelligence, his speech painted a picture of a world in rapid transformation. Following his keynote speech, Arron Banks engaged in a candid Q&A session with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, addressing a range of topics with his characteristic directness. The discussion touched on the evolving political landscape, the role of media, and the impact of Brexit, while also delving into business, governance, and international relations. Banks provided insights into key challenges facing the UK and offered his perspective on navigating political and economic uncertainty.

At BNC#7, BizNews founder Alec Hogg sat down with Tatjana Smith, South Africa's most decorated Olympian, for a heartfelt nightcap chat in Hermanus. Fresh from her record-breaking triumphs at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics, Tatjana shared her journey from reluctant swimmer to global champion. Reflecting on faith, resilience, and the power of staying home, she highlighted the untapped potential in South African swimming, the need for better support, and her mission to inspire the next generation—leaving the audience with goosebumps and hope.

At the seventh BizNews Conference (BNC#7) in Hermanus, political scientist Moeletsi Mbeki delivered a searing critique of South Africa's century-long nationalist rule, blaming Afrikaner and African nationalism for the country's economic and social woes. He argued that policies like Black Economic Empowerment, rooted in entitlement and corruption, have deepened the nation's "hole." Mbeki urged the Democratic Alliance (DA), the second-largest party, to seize the moment, reject nationalism, and outline a bold plan to secure 51% of the vote and rescue South Africa from decline. In his post-keynote Q&A with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, Mbeki tackled questions on South Africa's rejection of nationalism, the ANC's decline, and the DA's potential to lead. He dismissed fears of ANC coalitions with EFF and MK as unrealistic, emphasized the need for a constituency-based electoral system, and criticized the bloated public service draining the economy. Mbeki urged the DA to leverage its influence and called for stronger ties with the US, separating South Africa's interests from ANC failures.

At BNC#7 in Hermanus, seasoned investors Piet Viljoen and Kokkie Kooyman shared personal journeys inspired by Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger's Berkshire Hathaway. Viljoen traced his path from a junior analyst in Cape Town to embracing life-changing wisdom at the “Woodstock of Capitalism,” focusing on trust, common-sense investing, and sidestepping institutional pitfalls. Kooyman recounted how a 1999 nudge from a colleague led him to Buffett and Munger's rational business thinking during the tech bubble, spotlighting their disciplined simplicity and knack for seizing opportunities. Together, they revealed timeless principles that built Berkshire into a titan—and shaped their own success. Following their keynote speeches, Viljoen and Kooyman joined BizNews founder Alec Hogg for a lively Q&A session, diving into Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger's enduring lessons. From Buffett's reading obsession to his bold Apple investment, the trio explored practical investing wisdom, recommended must-read books, and debated asset allocation in China. They wrapped up with reflections on Berkshire Hathaway's cash hoard and Buffett's S&P 500 advice, blending humour with sharp insights.

At BNC#7 in Hermanus, legendary waterman Oscar Chalupsky captivated the audience with his remarkable journey—one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless determination. The 12-time World Surfski Champion shared how he defied the odds, battling an incurable cancer diagnosis with the same mindset that propelled him to sporting greatness. With humour and hard-hitting truths, Chalupsky's story is a masterclass in perseverance, proving that passion and mental strength can overcome even the toughest obstacles. Following his powerful keynote, Chalupsky engaged in an inspiring and insightful Q&A session with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, diving deeper into his philosophy on resilience, mindset, and overcoming adversity. From his unconventional approach to cancer treatment—including fasting and mental toughness—to the importance of authentic friendships and continuous learning, Chalupsky shared hard-earned wisdom with humour and candour. Whether discussing the value of positivity, his views on nutrition, or his refusal to let illness define him, his message was clear: take control, stay strong, and always "seize every day."

At BNC#7 in Hermanus, tech entrepreneur and Bitcoin maximalist Stafford Masie delivered a groundbreaking keynote, arguing that Bitcoin and AI are not just complementary but symbiotic forces driving a tectonic shift in global economics. He detailed how AI's need for trust and transaction enablement makes Bitcoin indispensable while highlighting Bitcoin mining's crucial role in stabilizing energy grids. With major global shifts—such as Trump's push for strategic Bitcoin reserves and South Africa's potential for large-scale Bitcoin mining—Masie painted a compelling picture of a new financial and technological paradigm taking shape. Following his keynote at BNC#7, Stafford Masie engaged in a thought-provoking Q&A session with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, tackling Bitcoin's impact on central banking, its role in stabilizing energy grids, and the global economic shift towards decentralized finance. He addressed concerns about Bitcoin's volatility, quantum computing threats, and South Africa's potential adoption of a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The discussion also explored real-world Bitcoin applications, from township economies to Pick n Pay's acceptance of Bitcoin payments. With bold predictions on AI, stablecoins, and the future of money, Masie left the audience questioning the very foundation of the financial system as we know it.

At BNC#7 in Hermanus, political scientist and author Prince Mashele delivered a riveting keynote on South Africa's unfolding political transformation. With sharp analysis and candid observations, he outlined the country's realignment as the ANC exits centre stage, the turbulence of coalition politics, and the rise of non-state actors. Mashele offered both a sobering reality check and a bold vision for the future, calling for infrastructure revival, a crackdown on political corruption, and a leadership pipeline that prioritizes competence and meritocracy. During a dynamic Q&A with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, Mashele covered South Africa's coalition politics, historical lessons, and future trajectories. Mashele emphasised the necessity of unity between former enemies for national success, critiqued the ANC's decline, and urged accountability in governance. He addressed global influences, dismissed AfriForum's U.S. outreach, and predicted the ANC's electoral slide below 30% by 2029. Touching on leadership, corruption, and socio-economic fixes like education and infrastructure, Mashele painted a candid, provocative vision for South Africa's path forward.

At the seventh BizNews Conference BNC#7 in Hermanus, renowned political scientist and prolific BizNews contributor RW Johnson delivered a thought-provoking keynote on South Africa's Government of National Unity (GNU). He dissected the deep divide between ANC activists and the party's broader voter base, revealing surprising polling data that shows public support for the GNU despite fierce criticism from within ANC ranks. Johnson also explored the fading influence of the Left, the EFF's decline, and the critical role of business in shaping the ANC's future leadership battle. Can the GNU sustain itself until 2029, or will internal ANC power struggles determine its fate? In a lively Q&A session after his keynote speech, RW Johnson sat down with BizNews founder Alec Hogg to tackle topics ranging from political funding scandals to the ANC's precarious financial situation and South Africa's international entanglements. Johnson discussed the influence of foreign money on local politics, the ANC's alleged funding ties to Iran, and the fading power of the SACP. He also dissected the challenges of breaking patronage politics, the role of intelligence agencies in exposing corruption, and the GNU's uncertain future beyond 2027. Could economic performance determine its survival, or will ANC infighting bring it down first?

At the seventh BizNews Conference BNC#7 in Hermanus, United Independent Movement (UIM) President Neil de Beer shared his unfiltered insights with BizNews journalist and Sunday Show host Chris Steyn. From the inner workings of the Government of National Unity (GNU) and the DA-ANC relationship to Jacob Zuma's MK party and the state of South Africa's intelligence services, De Beer didn't hold back. With sharp wit and deep political experience, he tackled issues of corruption, civil unrest, and South Africa's future, delivering a hard-hitting analysis of the country's most pressing challenges.

At BNC#7 in Hermanus, Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi delivered a keynote speech that underscored the company's deep-rooted history, corporate resilience, and strategic vision for the future. Baloyi highlighted Sasol's role in South Africa's economic landscape, its commitment to innovation, and the pragmatic approach required for a sustainable energy transition. Emphasising resilience, stakeholder value, and transformation, he painted a picture of a company poised to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in a rapidly evolving global market. During the Q&A session following his keynote speech, Sasol CEO Simon Baloyi sat down with BizNews founder Alec Hogg to tackle pressing questions on South Africa's economic outlook, Sasol's transition strategy, and business-government collaboration. He emphasised pragmatic energy transformation, corporate resilience, and the need for public-private partnerships. Baloyi also shared personal insights on leadership, his journey to the top, and Sasol's role in fostering economic growth. Addressing investor concerns, he reaffirmed Sasol's commitment to strengthening its balance sheet and unlocking shareholder value.

In his keynote address at BNC#7 in Hermanus, South Africa's Deputy President Paul Mashatile unpacked the ongoing efforts of the nation's Government of National Unity (GNU). Reflecting on the nation's economic journey, he outlined the Government of National Unity's (GNU) ambitious plans to tackle poverty, inequality, and unemployment through structural reforms, inclusive growth, and job creation. From land reform to combating corruption and navigating global trade challenges, Mashatile emphasized collaboration across sectors to build a prosperous, equitable South Africa by 2030 and beyond. Following his speech, Deputy President Mashatile engaged in a lively Q&A session with BizNews founder Alec Hogg. Addressing leadership challenges, he emphasized the strength of the GNU through open dialogue and compromise. Mashatile staunchly defended constitutional freedoms, dismissed speculation about aligning with radical parties, and outlined efforts to combat corruption and boost economic growth. From Gauteng's revival to coalition lessons from the 2024 elections, he underscored a people-first approach to transform South African lives.

Global entrepreneur and capitalist activist Rob Hersov delivered a striking keynote at BNC#7 in Hermanus, declaring that the ANC's ideological model has failed as it has run out of money. He emphasised that South Africa is at a turning point and called for an ideological battle against socialism, advocating for free markets, deregulation, and economic growth. Hersov urged civic action, media engagement, and strategic financial backing to drive change, stressing that ordinary South Africans must take charge of the country's future. In his Q&A session with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, Hersov doubled down on his critique of the ANC while shifting focus to solutions. He emphasised the need to fight an ideological battle rather than just criticising political failures. Topics ranged from economic growth and media influence to mobilising capital from overseas South Africans. Hersov called for strategic funding of civil society and political movements, urging unity in promoting free markets. The session also tackled misconceptions about BEE, the role of "useful idiots," and the importance of shifting mindsets to drive real change.

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 his keynote at BNC#7 in Hermanus, Discovery Group CEO Adrian Gore made a compelling case for a leadership approach that "holds the middle" in South Africa's complex socio-economic landscape. Backed by data, Gore highlighted the country's significant assets, from a resilient economy to declining crime trends, while acknowledging its critical need for economic growth. He championed an activist collaboration between business and government, emphasizing that sentiment shapes reality—and that South Africa's narrative must shift from crisis to potential. After his keynote address, Gore sat down for a Q&A session where he tackled pressing questions from BizNews founder Alec Hogg as well as the BNC#7 delegates in attendance. He emphasized the critical role of the Government of National Unity in maintaining stability, addressed concerns about the NHI's financial feasibility, and defended South Africa's private healthcare sector. Gore also highlighted the resilience of the country's economy, the importance of sentiment in shaping investment, and the entrepreneurial opportunities in challenging times. From renewable energy to AI-driven healthcare, he underscored the power of innovation and collaboration in driving South Africa's growth.

Speaking at BNC#7 in Hermanus, Eskom CEO Dan Marokane outlined a bold vision for South Africa's power utility, emphasizing operational recovery, industry reform, and financial independence. He detailed Eskom's progress in reducing load shedding, the need for pragmatic energy transition strategies, and efforts to strengthen accountability within the company. With a renewed focus on modernization and sustainability, Marokane reaffirmed Eskom's commitment to ensuring a stable and competitive energy future. Following his keynote speech, Marokane sat down with BizNews founder Alec Hogg for a wide-ranging Q&A session where he addressed key challenges facing South Africa's energy sector, from coal and renewables to nuclear and municipal debt. He emphasized a pragmatic approach to the energy transition, advocating for a balanced mix of coal, renewables, and nuclear while ensuring affordability and security. Marokane acknowledged the need for cost efficiencies at Eskom, discussed ongoing efforts to recover funds lost to state capture, and explored the potential of AI-driven electricity demand. He reinforced Eskom's commitment to transparency, innovation, and securing the country's energy future amid evolving global trends.

Closing out the seventh BizNews Conference BNC#7 in Hermanus, BizNews founder Alec Hogg sat down with the DA's finance spokesperson Mark Burke; Centre for Development and Enterprise CEO Ann Bernstein; political scientist Prince Mashele; and Magnus Heystek from Brenthurst Wealth. The panel unpacked Treasury's recently announced budget - which the DA has rejected - discussing the proposed VAT hike, wasteful government expenditure and what budget tensions between members of the GNU could mean for the future of the coalition as well South Africa.

The BizNews Conference 7 in Hermanus is in full swing, featuring top speakers like Deputy President Paul Mashatile, Discovery CEO Adrian Gore, and UK entrepreneur Arron Banks. Highlights include sharp insights from political analyst Moeletsi Mbeki on BEE and Eskom CEO Dan Marokane on tackling load shedding. Stay tuned for full interviews and exclusive content on BizNewsTV.

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.

Pippa speaks to Dr Els Vermeulen about plans to build a state-of-the-art Whale Centre in the heart of Hermanus. The facility will be developed at the existing Whale House Museum which is located on the market square.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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David Coltart, a former minister in Robert Mugabe's Government of National Unity (GNU), shares some of the hard lessons learned in Zimbabwe where Zanu-PF used the GNU to hollow out the opposition and become stronger than ever. “.. applying that to South Africa, the DA, the IFP,  they need to demonstrate some savvy. It's a balance. Obviously, they've got to deliver effectively on their own ministry so that they can demonstrate to the electorate in South Africa that they are competent and inspire confidence. And that needs to be their dominant responsibility. But they must not ever do that at the cost of allowing the ANC to consolidate their power in the areas of civic bodies, universities, the judiciary and critically, the media”. Coltart doesn't see former President Jacob Zuma's MKP as a major threat to the GNU as long as the GNU works and delivers to the South African people. “But if the DA, the IFP laps into this notion that they hold these positions as of right and they don't have to deliver, then they will become very vulnerable to the populism of MK and the EFF to a lesser extent,” he warns. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here. If you prefer WhatsApp for updates, sign up to the BizNews channel here

Informal sector expert GG Alcock is appalled at the ignorance on display from politicians who tried to intervene in the recent poisoned snack food scandal that killed 23 children. He explains how the reaction was driven by a populist political agenda rather than any intention to address the underlying problem. Alcock opens a window to the ugly reality of those living with a preventible infestation of rodents and other pests in this interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here. If you prefer WhatsApp for updates, sign up to the BizNews channel here

With the African National Congress (ANC) turning 113 today, United Independent Movement (UIM) President Neil De Beer - who spent 34 years in the party - takes BizNews readers through the fall of the oldest liberation movement in the world: He says Vice President Paul Mashatile being chased out of house in Khayelitsha this week is symbolic of how “broken” the party is. De Beer lists the times major cracks appeared in the party: from the incarceration of two ANC stalwarts, United Democratic Movement (UDM) leader Alan Boesak and MK Commander Tony Yengeni, for fraud; the contestation of the leadership of former president Thabo Mbeki; the Zuma cabal's “slaughter” of the ANC's principles; the collapse of the Youth League following the departure of Julius Malema; the “fiscal abuse” brought about by the formation of factions; and the party's failure to transition form a liberation movement into a successful government. The ANC of today, says De Beer, “is ripped apart, it's destroyed, it's sunk, it has rust, it has enemies, it is internally and externally being slaughtered piece by piece. And that's where we are with this carcass. What they're to celebrate..., God only knows.” Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

With Police Minister Senzo Mchunu having ordered a halt to the filling of vacant posts at Crime Intelligence, Forensics for Justice founder Paul O'Sullivan is fighting the “parachuted” appointment two months ago of a 29-year-old brigadier who allegedly has no police training or experience, no driver's license, no firearms training, no specialised skills - and no Security Clearance.  O'Sullivan has given the Brigadier 14 days to produce all documentation relating to her appointment, including the names of those that facilitated it; resign; and hand back all payments - or face charges “to expose the criminal that appointed you”. O'Sullivan says big portions of the police remain captured because the Zondo Commission did not investigate a large number of appointments of individuals with high rank who are not fit and proper to be in those positions. O'Sullivan calls for an internal Commission of Inquiry into “the very many senior appointments that have been unlawfully made” over the last 10 years. “If the person that's appointed as Commissioner of Police in 2025 is an ethical person, I will gladly render service free of charge in saying, listen here, this is the research that we've done, here's a good starting block for you because we've got a number of senior police officials that need to be chased away - and the sooner they're chased away, the better.” Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

At the end of a dramatic election year, Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie gives BizNews an insider's view of the Government of National Unity (GNU) and its future - and reminds viewers of what an alternative government with the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) and MKP would be like right now. He speaks candidly about his relationships with some of the country's top leaders and politicians, including President Cyril Ramaphosa, Democratic Alliance (DA) Federal Chair Helen Zille, and African National Congress (ANC) Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi. His mantra is one of “country first, party second”, but he is hugely proud of his Patriotic Alliance (PA) being the fastest growing party with three by-election wins in a row. The Minister also shares his plans for bringing some of the world's top sporting events to South Africa. Lastly, the former prisoner - who has been voted the third most popular politician in the country and whose army of supporters on social media wants to see him as South Africa's next president - leaves the nation with a deeply inspirational message for the festive season. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

Last year, at an auction of dried abalone in Hong Kong, a Hermanus business sold abalone for between $400 and $500 US dollars per kilogram. That business is Abagold - voted the 2024 Business of the Year by the Hermanus Business Chamber. In this interview with BizNews, CEO Tim Hedges tells viewers why South African abalone is at the top of the abalone hierarchy along with Japanese abalone. He traces the 29-year history of Abagold that now exports 95% of everything it produces - and provides permanent employment to 420 people. Hedges also lists the ways in which Abogold is maintaining its position in the global market and growing its business to ensure that it is still around in another 30 years.

As Bitcoin nears $100,000, the crypto market faces both excitement and skepticism. VALR CEO Farzam Ehsani shares insights into Bitcoin's trajectory, its potential to outpace traditional assets, and the implications of global regulatory shifts. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

In the second of the “three wise men” interviews ahead of the BizNews monthly portfolio update on Tuesday, Ranmore Chief Investment Officer Andrew Lapping shares his thoughts. Lapping, like his Ranmore colleague Sean Peche, is a graduate of the Dr Simon Marais ‘school of investing', having worked at Allan Gray for almost two decades, the last quarter of which was as its Chief Investment Officer overseeing hundreds of billions in funds entrusted by South African savers. Never one for the limelight, in this rare interview Lapping shares his wisdom with BizNews editor Alec Hogg. Brilliant. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

In an exclusive interview with BizNews, global entrepreneur Rob Hersov shares his bold predictions about the world's political and economic trajectory, America's tech-driven ascendancy, South Africa's challenges, and the transformative power of media. Unfiltered and incisive, Hersov's vision offers much to consider in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

Evan Walker of 36One unpacks the upcoming Boxer listing, detailing its strong growth trajectory, Pick n Pay's decision to sell, and why Boxer's straightforward, value-focused approach makes it a compelling investment in South Africa's retail sector. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

On this edition of the Sunday Show with BizNews, Neil de Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), says South Africans have lost political decorum. He slams the “everlasting circus that is being played by the ANC, the GNU partnership” - and calls it “a tremendous play of power, greed, innuendos, treachery, treason and self implosion”. De Beer describes how the BELA Bill protest saw “Cabinet (ministers) marching against itself”, and as “a deeper level of madness” the ANC marching - also against itself -  for better service delivery. Delving into the underworld, De Beer talks about the assassination of kingin Mark Lifman in an environment of “pressure coming from inside the group and pressure from outside…global pressure…cartel pressure…governmental pressure”. And he calls the declassification of the IPID investigation into the assassination of Lieutenant-Colonel Charl Kinnear of the Anti-Gang Unit “a shocking indictment of…the people that represent us on the Thin Blue Line”. Lastly, he gives his take on Trump's US Presidential victory and the role South African-born Elon Musk played in getting him elected. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events – and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

In this BizNews Briefing interview Rory Steyn, a member of the Comrades Marathon Board of Trustees and former security chief for Nelson Mandela, discussing his role in safeguarding the legacy and spirit of the Comrades Marathon. Steyn talks passionately about the race's unique cultural and historical significance in South Africa, emphasizing its role in bringing people together from diverse backgrounds. He outlines the challenges the Board faces in balancing the preservation of the marathon's core values with the need for modern innovations and commercial support. Additionally, Steyn highlights the importance of developing young talent and maintaining inclusivity within the race, while upholding the event's reputation as a symbol of resilience, community, and South African identity. His commitment reflects a vision for the marathon to continue inspiring future generations. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events - and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

South Africa's ongoing electricity and water crises have once again taken center stage, with Wayne Duvenage, CEO of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA), shedding light on the root causes and potential solutions. In a recent conversation with Alec Hogg, Duvenage emphasized the critical role of government responsibility, efficiency, and accountability, especially in essential services like electricity and water. He also urged citizens to support organizations like OUTA, which fight for transparency and systemic change. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. The seventh BizNews Conference, BNC#7, is to be held in Hermanus from March 11 to 13, 2025. The 2025 BizNews Conference is designed to provide an excellent opportunity for members of the BizNews community to interact directly with the keynote speakers, old (and new) friends from previous BNC events - and to interact with members of the BizNews team. Register for BNC#7 here.

In his keynote session at BNIC#1 in Hermanus, Piet Viljoen reflected on both good and bad investments, emphasising how bad investments can cause significant losses, while "Lollapalooza" outcomes—extremely profitable investments—are rare but attainable. He suggested inverting investment strategies, avoiding bad decisions, and seeking undervalued opportunities like energy stocks or South African equities for potential Lollapalooza returns, highlighting past success stories like Naspers and Nvidia.

Rhodes University Management and the SRC today (Friday) marched on the Makana Municipality - as the university was forced to temporarily suspend part of its academic programme, including formal undergraduate lectures, tutorials, and practicals, amid severe disruptions to its municipal water supply. The campus has been without municipal water since Friday, 23 August 2024, and the university has had to provide water via tankers to kitchens, residences, academic buildings, and offices. Speaking to BizNews after the march, the university's CFO Kamlesh Riga describes the magnitude of the crisis, and the effect it has had on individual hygiene, health, and study conditions. He also reveals the real reasons behind the lack of water supply, and lists the contingency measures the university has put in place at great cost. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. Join us for BizNews' first investment-focused conference on Thursday, 12 September, in Hermanus, featuring top experts like Frans Cronje, Piet Viljoen, and more. Get insights on electricity and exploiting SA's gas bounty from new and familiar faces. Register here.

The world's most famous ultra-distance race, KZN's Comrades Marathon, is hosting an acrimonious battle between runners and the race's board of directors who are accused of industrial-scale corruption. The catalyst was an allegedly unfair dismissal of admired race manager Ann Ashworth after she exposed blatant skimming by board members of cash meant to be invested in sports development. A special general meeting will be held in Pietermaritzburg this week with its instigators intending to oust two of four board members accused of lining their own pockets. Comrades veteran and blogger Stuart Mann shared the story with BizNews editor Alec Hogg. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. Join us for BizNews' first investment-focused conference on Thursday, 12 September, in Hermanus, featuring top experts like Frans Cronje, Piet Viljoen, and more. Get insights on electricity and exploiting SA's gas bounty from new and familiar faces. Register here.

  Tshidi Madia, in for Clement Manyathela, speaks to Mark Burke , the Constituency head for the DA in Oudtshoorn and Cuan Elgin, the District Councilor for Freedom Front Plus in Hermanus about plans between the ANC and FF+ to work together in Western Cape Councils.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 183 it is, and we're going to take stock as we enter 1851. In war, truth is the first casualty. It's a military maxim attributed to Aeschylus (“ES-kuh-lus"), the father of Greek tragedy. Aeschylus actually fought in the front lines against the Persians at Marathon in 490 BC. We don't know much about the rest of his life, but we do know that his work called Persians which was financed by Pericles was such a success that he was invited to Sicily by Hieron of Syracuse to restage the play. His life bridged the Archaic and Classical ages. Considered even by the ancients to be difficult and old-fashioned, Aeschylus was also quite innovative in the structures, personnel, and even subjects of his 89 plays, of which we have only seven. Later, in In 1758 the famous lexicographer Samuel Johnson penned a short item in “The Idler which included the following this statement .. ‘ “Among the calamities of War may be justly numbered the diminution of the love of truth, by the falsehoods which interest dictates and credulity encourages.” Credulity. A willingness to believe whatever is dished up. The lovers of social media are infected by a disease called credulity. In this series I have endeavoured to avoid relying on credulity by constantly referring to original sources, documents, oral history, cross-referencing where I can. There is nothing more important than deploying verification. Credulity is the tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true, often without sufficient evidence or critical examination. It refers to a person's inclination to accept claims or assertions with little skepticism or questioning. Southern African history is full of credulity being punctured by reality. Most politicians make a living out of abusing credulity. With that melodromatic introduction, let us dive into the deep pool of tangibility regarding Mlanjeni's War, the 8th Frontier War which broke out on Christmas day 1850. The military villages along the Thyumie River were gone, burned down, dozens of British soldiers were dead, killed in Boma Pass or killed in their military villages named Auckland, Juanasburg and Woburn. In the mountains above Thyumie River, missionary Niven and his family had walked out of Keiskamma hoek and straight into a party of amaXhosa warriors. It is true that respected Rharhabe chief Ngqika had declared the missionaries and their homes protected, but that was twenty years ago and the respected chief was long gone. Into our story steps one of the most remarkable characters we've heard about thus far, a man called Hermanus Matroos. Brown was to remark later later that Matroos “… spoke English more precisely than I have ever heard any other native do…” Hermanus Matroos, otherwise known as Ngxukumeshe enters our tale, a large and imposing man, broad shouldered, powerful. Hermanus means army man, warrior, brave warrior and comes from the German, Herman. Matroos means sailor. And Ngxukumeshe means in the vanguard - at the front. These names fit the man, a warrior born of a slave sailor, a man who was always at the front of everything.

Former Comair and OneTime CEO's autobiography ‘Crash and Burn' provides a fascinating insight into a career in South Africa's highly visible, ever-turbulent airline industry. In the book, a filter-free Orsmond rips the bandaid obscuring truth behind the spectacular collapse of 70-year-old airline Comair - and much more. BizNews editor Alec Hogg describes it as a riveting read and in this interview, hears more of the back story of a value-destructive industry from the man dubbed its second most hated person. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. Join us for BizNews' first investment-focused conference on Thursday, 12 September, in Hermanus, featuring top experts like Frans Cronje, Piet Viljoen, and more. Get insights on electricity and exploiting SA's gas bounty from new and familiar faces. Register here.

In a fund-raising talk for Rotary in Hermanus last week BizNews editor Alec Hogg answers the pressing questions of the BizNews tribe. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. Join us for BizNews' first investment-focused conference on Thursday, 12 September, in Hermanus, featuring top experts like Frans Cronje, Piet Viljoen, and more. Get insights on electricity and exploiting SA's gas bounty from new and familiar faces. Register here.

In a fund-raising talk for Rotary in Hermanus last week, BizNews editor Alec Hogg addressed how local and international investors have reacted to the results of Election'24 and the Government of National Unity. Cutting through the noise, he eschewed popular narratives in favour of hard data that explains a perception this has been the nation's most positive change since 1994. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. Join us for BizNews' first investment-focused conference on Thursday, 12 September, in Hermanus, featuring top experts like Frans Cronje, Piet Viljoen, and more. Get insights on electricity and exploiting SA's gas bounty from new and familiar faces.

The African National Congress (ANC) has acted like “they're powerful players on the African stage”, but South Africa “really irritates most” other African countries because “they're always sticking their noses in everywhere”. So says the former Director of African Studies at the U.S. Army War College, retired Colonel Chris Wyatt, who witnessed the intense dislike for Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma after she was “forced on” the African Union as chairperson. “She went up there and her arrogance…and the distaste people had for her was pretty palpable when I was in Addis Ababa. She was less popular than syphilis.” Commenting on this year's spate of deaths of SANDF soldiers in the DRC, he says: “They're like lambs sent to the slaughter. They're being sent there with insufficient resources, improper medevac, no air support, insufficient logistics. It's something that South Africa should not be involved in, but it's all part of the egotistical foreign policy of the African National Congress...” He warns that the SA force is going to find itself “increasingly vulnerable to M23 and about a hundred other rebel groups who have all their own agendas and most of its criminal”. Colonel Wyatt also dissects the “war” between the DRC and Rwanda and explains why President Paul Kagame's welcome mat in the US is “wearing thin”. Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Register here. Join us for BizNews' first investment-focused conference on Thursday, 12 September, in Hermanus, featuring top experts like Frans Cronje, Piet Viljoen, and more. Get insights on electricity and exploiting SA's gas bounty from new and familiar faces. Register here.

On the sidelines of the Africa Travel Indaba Clement Manyathela speaks Sive Mbizo who is a whale crier based in Hermanus about how he uses whale watching to bolster tourism in his area.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Julianne Moore pays a visit to the Pilot TV pod studio this week, chatting seducing monarchs in Sky Atlantic's Mary & George alongside director Oliver Hermanus/ Plus we climb into the brain of Guy Ritchie for his Netflix spinoff of The Gentlemen, and get to find out what's going on with Jen and Jizzlord in series two of Disney+'s Extraordinary. And it that weren't enough, there's some egregious questioning of Kay's Whovian enthusiasm, which does not go unanswered.

Embark on an adventure through South Africa with Liam Tomlin (Cape Town chef), Deborah Calmeyer (ROAR Africa founder), and Tiago Sarmento (managing director of Belmond in Southern Africa), whose stories and insider tips on crafting the ultimate travel experience will have you hooked on this something-for-everybody destination. On his recent trip to Cape Town and Tswalu Kalahari reserve in South Africa, Bruce caught up with Tomlin and Sarmento to talk about Cape Town's culinary delights, under-the-radar gastronomic and adventure tours, going on safari with children, and other unique experiences beyond the ordinary. Bruce also spoke with safari expert Calmeyer, who shares tips for first-timers, malaria-free areas, the best farmer's market in Cape Town, and a two-week blowout itinerary. You'll also learn where locals from Cape Town go for vacation—hint: there's great whale watching—and get fun facts like where you can order half a goat in a car wash. Whether you're a seasoned safari-goer or planning your first trip, whether you're going with kids or just adults, this episode has something for you. Listen and catch the full details of why South Africa is a must-visit, and hear Bruce give his email for anyone who would like his help with planning a safari experience. Wait until the end to hear Bruce share a few of his favorite picks for safari adventures in South Africa and beyond. --- You can find out more details about the locations mentioned in the episode below: Mount Nelson, a Belmond Hotel, https://www.belmond.com Chef's Warehouse, https://www.chefswarehouse.co.za ROAR Africa, https://www.roarafrica.com  Tswalu Kalahari, https://tswalu.com Delaire Graff Estate, https://www.delaire.co.za Oranjezicht Farmer's Market, Cape Town Singita Sabi Sand, https://singita.com Cheetah Plains, https://www.cheetahplains.com Singita Grumeti, https://singita.com Selinda Reserve / Great Plains Conservation, https://greatplainsconservation.com Wilderness Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, https://www.wildernessdestinations.com Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge, https://www.belmond.com Belmond Eagle Island Lodge, https://www.belmond.com Pigcasso, https://pigcasso.org --- Travel That Matters is a CurtCo Media production. Host: Bruce Wallin Producer: AJ Moseley Marketing: Catrin Skaperdas Music: Joey SalviaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this show, we get excited about two books — Pockets by Hannah Carlson and Roaming by Jillian Tamaki and Mariko Tamaki. Then Dave tells us the best way to see whales in South Africa. Links Pockets: An Intimate History of How We Keep Things Close by Hannah Carlson Roaming by Jillian Tamaki & Mariko Tamaki This One Summer by Jillian Tamaki & Mariko Tamaki What Should I Read Next podcast: Strong Sense of Summer How the Humble Pocket Came to Signify Feminist Liberation Take a look at the art in Roaming Hermanus Whale Festival 30 Best Things to do in Hermanus Video: Why Everyone Wants to Visit Hermanus Seeing Whales for the First Time in Hermanus Hermanus Whale Festival: The Only Eco-Marine Festival in the World Whale-watchers and animal lovers, the Hermanus Whale Festival is here Video: Hermanus - South Africa South Africa Street Food Transcript of this episode. The Library of Lost Time is a Strong Sense of Place Production! https://strongsenseofplace.com Do you enjoy our show? Want access to fun bonus content? Please support our work on Patreon. Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside - https://www.patreon.com/strongsenseofplace As always, you can find us at: Our site Instagram Facebook Twitter Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices