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TymeBank Chief Commercial Officer Cheslyn Jacobs has criticised South African lenders for their continued reliance on banking fees, arguing that the model is unsustainable in the long term. Speaking with Business Day acting editor Tiisetso Motsoeneng, Jacobs positioned the app-only, Patrice Motsepe-backed bank as a challenger to the status quo. Business Day Spotlight is a MultimediaLIVE production. Produced by Demi Buzo.

A resurgence or a second wave of Covid-19 infections has been widely predicted by South Africa’s scientific and medical communities, but understanding what a resurgence means for SA is another story. MultimediaLIVE spoke to professor of vaccinology Shabir Madhi about what a Covid-19 resurgence means and what it could entail for South Africa.

MultimediaLIVE — International travel restrictions will be lifted from 1 October, he said. People arriving from countries permitted into SA will have to produce a negative test result taken no more than 72 hours before travel, which will grant them access without having to quarantine first. Ramaphosa said South Africa has succeeded in coping with the worst part of the pandemic - for now.

MultimediaLIVE — SA's ruling party has been caught misusing funds ... again. The ANC this week came under fire and was accused of abusing state resources after a delegation of party leaders landed in Zimbabwe last week on a flight funded by taxpayers, for a meeting with Zanu-PF. In this week's edition, the Sunday Times politics team discusses this and the ANC's various past indiscretions. They come to the conclusion that the ANC's “new dawn” is little more than a hollow promise. 

MultimediaLIVE — In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner, Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu are joined in the virtual studio by SA spinning champion Vernon "Veejaro" Hendricks. Veejaro talks about the culture of this uniquely homegrown motorsport, how he got into it and what it's like to compete in events like the Red Bull Shay 'iMoto. The gents also talk about news and what they've been driving. Note to listeners: The 2020 Red Bull Shay 'iMoto is happening on 19 September at the Wheelz N Smoke Arena in Johannesburg. You can watch it live at https://www.redbull.com/za-en/​.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re talking to a business that is looking to help government to digitise many of its processes and reduce traditional inefficiencies at public offices around the country. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Nkululeko Nxasana, founder and CEO of Dabiya Legacy Technologies to talk about their business. Nxasana articulates how their technology works, insights into the concerns of governments around technology, the rate of digitalisation in different countries, origins of the DLT name and an outlook for their company.

MultimediaLIVE — President Cyril Ramaphosa on Wednesday evening said SA had weathered Covid-19's “fierce and destructive storm”, announcing a move to alert level one. "With the further progress we have made as infections have come down, we are now ready for a new phase in our response to the pandemic," said Ramaphosa. "This takes effect at midnight on Sunday, September 20."

MultimediaLIVE — TV presenter and actress Nonhle Thema is back in the spotlight as Cleo on the popular Mzansi Magic telenovela Gomora, and she's loving every moment of being on screen this time around.

MultimediaLIVE — Here Prof Shabir Madhi explains the downward trajectory patterns in Covid-19 infections across the provinces, which represents the gains we stand to lose if we do not stay vigilant over the festive season in December.

MultimediaLIVE — From the dusty fields of Zebediela to scaling the heights of football success in SA and the continent. That is the story of Hlompho Kekana, the Mamelodi Sundowns captain as told to Bareng-Batho Kortjaas on SportsLIVE with BBK. The boy who harboured ambitions of becoming a DJ is a now a man with seven Premier Soccer League titles to his name. Still standing strong at 35, he believes he has enough in his reserves to go all the way to 42, like his hero, the late John “Shoes” Mosheou. My guest on this episode of SportsLIVE with BBK, ladies and gentlemen, Madalas and Madalaristas, I present to you, Hlompho Kekana.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re reviewing the week’s top economics news, focusing on the latest gross domestic product (GDP) figures issued by national statistical service, Stats SA. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Nicola Weimar, chief economist at Nedbank to discuss the issues. Weimar talks to us about second quart GDP performance, the state of public and state finances, impact of load shedding on SA’s pace of recovery, an outlook for the economy and how other African countries in the region have faired, given different levels of strictness for their lockdowns.

MultimediaLIVE — True Crime South Africa — On the 2nd of March 2016, Eugeine Zane Nel didn't go to work. Home sick with a migraine, his girlfriend left him asleep in bed. He has not been seen since (24-hr trauma helpline 082-821-3447) (Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesa) (Support the show on PayPal https://www.paypal.me/truecrimesa) (https://www.facebook.com/EugeineZaneNelMissingperson) Support the Show on Patreon · Support the Show on PayPal

MultimediaLIVE — Douglas Ogeto is the Co-Founder and CEO at LudiqueWorks and has built the largest community of game developers on the continent. He is an entrepreneur with 8+ years of experience in Technology, Branding & Community Building. He has co-founded 4 startups in Game Development, Education, Advisory & Branding and has played a key role in designing, planning and execution of entrepreneurship & impact related projects in Sub-Saharan & West Africa, having worked both in the private and NGO sector. What is the biggest hindrance to African Esports taking a broader spot in the global industry? [6:32]What companies and games are investing in Africa to support a league? [7:40] What are the most played consoles across Africa? [12:15]

MultimediaLIVE — Identity politics and covert racism have without a doubt been thrust into the political spotlight this week.   In this week’s episode of Sunday Times Politics Weekly, the team discusses the weeklong showdown between the EFF and Clicks over a racially demeaning hair-care advertisement posted on the Clicks website. They also dive into the DA’s new redress policy, which doesn’t address race.

MultimediaLIVE — September 7-13 marks the annual National Book Week headed by the South African Book Development Council in partnership with the department of sport, arts & culture, which are working to raise reading awareness under this year's theme “Passport to tomorrow”. According to the council, this theme has been described as “fit-for-purpose” for the next decade as the country emerges from the coronavirus pandemic towards the promise of a better tomorrow.

MultimediaLIVE — In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner and Denis Droppa are joined in the virtual studio by the Executive Director of the Motoring Industry Ombudsman of South Africa (MIOSA), Johan van Vreden.​ For listeners who don't know the MIOSA is an impartial body that focuses on the resolution of disputes where a deadlock has been reached between the automotive and related industries and their customers. The guys also talk about the latest motoring news and what they've been driving.

MultimediaLIVE — On Monday an announcement from the desk of President Cyril Ramaphosa was released to the public. It briefly detailed a R1.6bn emergency response action plan to combat gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide in the country. The announcement comes just over a year since thousands marched to parliament to protest against the increase in GBV and femicide incidents in the country. The announcement from the president made mention of three key bills that have been introduced to parliament.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re taking a look at how Covid-19 has affected SA’s tourism sector and how industry players are proposing that it could help the economy to recover. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, CEO of the Tourism Business Council of SA (TBCSA), a private sector industry body. Tshivhengwa articulates importance of tourism in the economy, the impact of Covid-19 on the industry, how travel and tourism affects the wider economy, the risks of keeping borders closes and an outlook for the sector.

MultimediaLIVE — Angie Diale is known as Mzansi's counsellor, with requests to fix everything from people's relationships to the country's service delivery issues. She told TshisaLIVE that many of her own life lessons came from growing up in a toxic environment in which gender-based violence was rampant.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re talking a look at the results of a recent consumer spending study. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Andrew Weinberg, CEO of 2Engage, a customer engagement and incentive solutions business with a presence in 8 African countries. 2Engage recently teamed up with research firm, Brandseye to produce a study detailing some of the effects of Covid-19 on consumer buying behaviour and trends. The discussion focuses on how he study come about, some of its key findings, the state of SA consumers, how loyalty programs have been impacted by the pandemic and how businesses can build better relationships with their customers.

MultimediaLIVE — South African singer-songwriter Zahara, comedian Nina Hastie and author Jackie Phamotse are among those who have slammed health and beauty retailer Clicks for an advert on its website which labelled African hair as dry and damaged, while white hair was described as “fine and flat”. The company came under fire on Friday after pictures of the advert were circulated on social media, sparking outrage. The company took down the ad and apologised, but the EFF moved to shut down Clicks stores on Monday in protest.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re talking a look at the week’s top economics news, focusing on recent data releases. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Jacques Nel, head of macroeconomic research for Africa at NKC African Economics. The discussion focuses recent energy generation, manufacturing and vehicle sales data releases, how Covid-19 can help to push for better economic policy and an outlook for the local economy.

MultimediaLIVE — In today's podcast we have part two of the fan face-off between Kaizer Chiefs fan Mkhuseli Ngcube and his opposite number from Mamelodi Sundowns, Sive Yekanye. We are one match away from the curtain falling down on the 2019-20 Absa Premiership season. The champions will be crowned on the final day of the season. We head to the finish line with Chiefs and Sundowns tied on 56 points. Amakhosi and Abafana Bes'tyle are hoping to be the first to get their hands on the R15m winner's cheque. Which coach will catch the bounty? Will Ernst Middendorp win his first ever league title in his coaching career? Pitso Mosimane is looking to take Sundowns to their third successive championship. He will become the first coach to win five league titles in the PSL era, and is now tied on four with Gordon Igesund, who won it with Manning Rangers, Orlando Pirates, Santos and Sundowns. The late Ted Dumitru won two each with Sundowns and Chiefs. Gavin Hunt won three with SuperSport and one with Bidvest Wits. Mosimane has hopes of handing the Brazilians their 10th title, La Decima, in the Premier Soccer League era. Can it not be Saturday already.

MultimediaLIVE — Even though he describes himself as a writer who also acts, actor Chris Q. Radebe has left many viewers touched as King Dabula on Isibaya, and he lives for the reaction he manages to get out of fans who love to hate his problematic character. Chris is a head writer on Isibaya and in a recent interview with TshisaLIVE explained how this actually helped him with his acting, especially since his career in front of the camera actually started off by chance.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re talking to social media giant, Facebook, about their support for small businesses during the coronavirus pandemic. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Nunu Ntshingila, Facebook Africa’s regional director, together with Glenda Ramathavha, a businesswoman from Limpopo. Ntshingila talks about what effect Covid-19 has had on Facebook’s operations in the region and the company’s effort to support small businesses. Ramathavha talks about her business, Glenz Cakes, its founding, operating model and how she has been able to build a social media following.

MultimediaLIVE — This past weekend held an NEC meeting mainly dominated by discussions on the scourge of corruption in the ANC-led government. This follows media reports about ANC comrades, their family members and business friends helping themselves to personal protective equipment (PPE) tenders worth 100's of millions of rand in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic. In this episode of Sunday Times Politics Weekly, the politics team discusses ANC NEC meeting review — focus on the meeting's resolutions on dealing with corruption.​

MultimediaLIVE — In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner, Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu are joined in the virtual studio by the head of national marketing, merchandise and promotions at Shelby South Africa, Paige Lindenberg​. The guys chat to Paige about what Shelby SA offers muscle car fans and also find out more about her motorsport career that's seen her compete both locally and overseas.

MultimediaLIVE — On Monday community members picketed outside the Protea Magistrates court in Soweto where two police officers were set to appear in connection with the death of Nathaniel Julies.

MultimediaLIVE — True Crime South Africa — In today's spotlight minisode we discuss the recent serial killings in Mthwalume, and two recent convictions that South Africans have been waiting to see handed down (24-hr trauma helpline 082-821-3447) (Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesa) (Support the show on PayPal https://www.paypal.me/truecrimesa) Support the Show on Patreon · Support the Show on PayPal

MultimediaLIVE — The 2019-20 Absa Premiership season is fast approaching the finish line. Although they lost 1-0 Mamelodi Sundowns on Thursday, Kaizer Chiefs are still at the summit of the standings by virtue of a superior goal difference. Amakhosi and Abafana Bestyle are tied on 53 points going into weekend's action. But today on SportsLive with BBK we have blackbone like me Kaitano Tembo, the coach of Supersport United, who have been one of the better performing teams of the bio bubble. A man who has given a sterling 20 year service in various capacities at Matsatsantsa a Pitori is our main interview today. Come one, come all, Madalas.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we review the economics news of the week, highlighting new inflation data from Stats SA. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Frederich Kirsten, an economics lecturer and researcher at the University of Johannesburg. The discussion focuses on the inflation figures, effect of Covid-19 on the middle class, economic inequality, other indicators that Kirsten is paying attention to, policy reforms needed to get the country moving forward, pressures facing consumers and an outlook for the coming months

MultimediaLIVE — In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner and Denis Droppa get a chance to chat to Charmagne Mavudzi, head of customer experience at Volvo Car South Africa, about Volvo's Equal Vehicles for All (E.V.A) initiative that is dedicated to making cars equally safe for male and female drivers.​

MultimediaLIVE — On Tuesday liquor outlets across the country were jam packed when a WhatsApp voice note began to circulate, causing a wave of panic buying. "Fake news", was the simple response from the Presidency. But in 2020, when so called fake news and real news can look so similar, how do you tell the difference?

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re talking to a business leader about the work being done at one of the country’s largest technology firms, and the experience of being a woman in that sector. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Nompumelelo Mokou, executive for intelligent customer experience at Dimension Data. Mokou talks about Dimension Data’s ongoing rebranding, the work being done by her business unit around intelligent customer experience, ending off with her thoughts on being a women in the technology sector and SA.

MultimediaLIVE — Media personality and businesswoman Khanyi Mbau has been hit hard by the nationwide Covid-19 lockdown and the economic fallout it has brought, telling TshisaLIVE it has led to her writing off any chance of a proper income this year. The star is not only one of the most recognised faces in the entertainment industry but also has her own range of gin, I Am Khanyi. Sitting down with TshisaLIVE recently, Khanyi said the ban on alcohol sales and closure of the entertainment industry left her in a tight space.

MultimediaLIVE — President Cyril Ramaphosa needs to take real action against ANC members found guilty of corruption, angry South Africans said in response to the president's letter to party members on Sunday. In this episode of Sunday Times Politics Weekly, the politics team discusses the seven-page open letter, in which Ramaphosa said the anger of South Africans towards the ruling party is justified. 

MultimediaLIVE — Social development deputy minister Hendrietta Bagopane-Zulu has defended claims made by herself and the department about a link between cancer and gender-based violence (GBV). A tweet posted by the department on Friday claimed cancer contributes to GBV. It sparked anger and confusion among South Africans. The deputy minister was in the Northern Cape during a cancer awareness campaign hosted by the PinkDrive at the time.

MultimediaLIVE — True Crime South Africa — In the 1970s, a serial rapist stalked South Africa. He would eventually be caught, and sentenced to death. Although this should have been the end of this story, it was just the beginning (24-hr trauma helpline 082-821-3447) (Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesa) (Support the show on PayPal https://www.paypal.me/truecrimesa) Support the Show on Patreon · Support the Show on PayPal

MultimediaLIVE — Fans are the fuel that fire up the beautiful game. The footballers turn on the magic between the four white lines. The club bosses pay the bills. The sponsors funnel the funds that make the world go around. But soccer supporters, the football fans are the fuel behind it all. They are the heart and soul of the sport. They bring colour to the game. They create the carnival atmosphere on the terraces, taverns, bars, shisanyamas. You name it, they are there. And have their finger on the pulse of the game of billions. That’s why today, right here on SportsLive with BBK we have the Fan Face-Off, where two fans join me to run the rule on their teams in a no-holds barred conversation Let’s get ready to rumble: In the gold and black corner, we have Mkhuseli Ngcube. He is bobbing and weaving as he prepares to trade blows with Mamelodi Sundowns counterpart Sive Yekanye who jumps into the ring Chris Eubank Style. On twitter you know these gentlemen as @mkhu and@skhomo.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re looking at the impact of the recent Experian cyber attack on financial services and the economy. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Dr Christoph Nieuwoudt, FNB Executive to discuss the issues. Nieuwoudt gives some background on the Experian hack, the security measure that FNB has in place for its online banking, issues around educating the public and changing customer behaviour and some of the good that technology platforms have brought during the Covid-19 crisis.

MultimediaLIVE — The Covid-19 People’s Coalition — Early Childhood Development (ECD) stream is calling for the department of social development (DSD) to redirect funds to support and sustain long-term jobs that now exist in the sector. In a statement speaking to this matter, the coalition has highlighted their disappointment in the departments decision to direct R 1.3 Billion Economic Stimulus for Youth Compliance Monitors as opposed to supporting and sustaining the jobs that face the risk of being lost.

MultimediaLIVE — In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner, Brenwin Naidu and Shaun Korsten are joined in the virtual studio by special guest Adrian Burford from Roadworx Communications. Burford chats to the guys about Blackstone Tek: a proudly South African company that specialises in the manufacture of high-end carbon fibre wheels for cars and motorbikes. He also glides into the sticky subject of oil and answers all your questions about grades, viscosity and the difference between synthetic and mineral motor oils.

MultimediaLIVE — Kwaito veteran L'vovo Derrango has recently made it his mission to use his platforms to help “voiceless” South Africans, by advocating for them on issues that are close to his heart. Even though he’s been active on social media for a while, a few month of lockdown nudged L'vovo in the right direction. It dawned on him that his social media platform could help bring about change that matters. Speaking to TshisaLIVE, L'vovo said he was merely doing his part.

MultimediaLIVE — Her friendly voice and infectious, bubbly personality are no more. The devastated roommate of murdered Wits University student Asithandile “Kwasa” Lugalo told TimesLIVE on Wednesday that she would miss her “funny, crazy, adorable” friend. “I am going to miss her every day. She was so kind,” said Yonela Zatshikila.

MultimediaLIVE — True Crime South Africa — In today's episode, I interview Ryan Blumenthal, author of the newly-published book, Autopsy. Ryan is a forensic pathologist and his book is a fascinating foray into this vital component of the death investigation (24-hr trauma helpline 082-821-3447) (Support the show on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/truecrimesa) (Support the show on PayPal https://www.paypal.me/truecrimesa) Support the Show on Patreon · Support the Show on PayPal

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re taking a look at a startup venture capital partnership set to address funding of new and promising businesses developed during Covid-19 pandemic. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sandras Phiri, CEO of Startup Circles and Lelemba Phiri, Enygma Ventures operating partner to discuss startups. The discussion looks at the operations of Startup Circles and Enygma Ventures, rationale for creating the new Shift Fund and how it works, exploring trends around the state of startups during the Covid-19 crisis, how this has impacted the startup investment landscape and an outlook for venture funding.

MultimediaLIVE — In today's episode of Sunday Times Politics Weekly, the politics team discusses DA leader hopeful Mbali Ntuli tossing down the gauntlet on Monday by challenging interim leader John Steenhuisen to four televised debates as the race for the party's top position intensifies. The team also deals with the global embarrassment facing SA as a result of continuing Covid-19 corruption scandals.

MultimediaLIVE — In this edition of the Business Day Spotlight, we’re taking a look at a company that trying to solve the problem of having safe, socially distanced exercise facilities. Our host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sherilee Sims, head of Cartel Club, part of Ideas Cartel (IC) Group to discuss their new concept. The discussion explores IC’s business, the concept of FitPods, evolution of co-working spaces, the future of work and reception to the new offering from clients.

MultimediaLIVE — Alcohol sales resumed on Tuesday following the lifting of the ban under level 2 of the lockdown regulations. Liquor store owners and employees are grateful to be able to get back to business. Here is what they had to say.

The DA is suffering a leadership crisis - Mmusi Maimane has resigned as leader of the party along with Chair, Athol Trollip just a day after Joburg Mayor, Herman Mashaba did the same. The Sunday Times politics team takes the opportunity to dissect the events of the past week. What will these resignations mean for the DA and South African politics? Join the discussion. Sunday Times is a MultimediaLIVE production.