Balancing inflation goals vs. real rates, SRD aid needs real cost, care, and delivery systems
Stephen Grootes speaks to Isaah Mhlanga, Chief Economist at Rand Merchant Bank, about why South Africa should shift its focus from simply targeting inflation to closely monitoring the real interest …
Transnet case resumes: Molefe, Gama, Singh & Jiyane held; SA faces car repair crisis
Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Iraj Abedian, CEO at Pan African Investments and Research services, about the arrest of former Transnet CEOs Brian Molefe and Siyabonga Gama, who are set to appear in cou…
The Best Bits of The Money Show: Glenda Gray’s legacy & the Rand’s role in our money
Stephen Grootes interviewed four thought leaders across diverse fields: Professor Glenda Gray on her impactful career in HIV research and public health; Warren Ingram on the Rand’s influence on perso…
Lesaka buys Bank Zero for R1.1bn; Luxe pets boom
Stephen Grootes discusses with Arthur Goldstruck, founder of Worldwide Worx, the Lesaka Technologies' R1.1-billion acquisition of Bank Zero, and the potential synergies and benefits of the merger for…
Bonitas achieves 13.4% return; investing shifts beyond active vs passive
Stephen Grootes speaks to Vurhonga Rikhotso, CFO of Bonitas, about the fund’s 13.4% return on contributions and growth in membership to over 731,000,
In other interviews, François Smith, Client Port…
SA swaps Saudi oil for US crude; Bread sector cheers Leaf Services contract exit
Stephen Grootes speaks to Avhapfani Tshifularo, chief executive of Fuels Industry Association of South Africa about South Africa’s strategic pivot from Saudi Arabian to U.S. oil imports, highlighting…
Business & finance update: R60bn bank lawsuit & Growthpoint's Sandton bridge project
Stephen Grootes speaks to Advocate Douglas Shaw, about a R60 billion class lawsuit against major South African banks, alleging they unlawfully repossessed and resold homes at below market value, leav…
World watches Iran's next move; SA creatives urged to join free biz growth course
Stephen Grootes speaks to Prof Abel Esterhuise, Military strategist at Stellenbosch university and Manqoba Madinane, Strategist: Fixed Income, FX & Commodities at RMB about middle east’s tensions ab…
The Best Bits of The Money Show: Is your financial safety net ready for life’s emergencies?
This is a curated compilation of the best interviews from The Money Show this past week, featuring insightful discussions on business trends, personal finance, and leadership
Stephen Grootes sat down…
Iran rejects nuclear talks & SA's luxury hotel boom
Stephen Grootes speaks to Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, CEO of the Tourism Business Council of South Africa, about the growing interest of international hotel chains, such as InterContinental Hotels Group, …
Toyota sues KZN for R6.5bn over floods; SA bank shares rise on growth hopes
Stephen Grootes speaks to Khaya Sithole, independent analyst about Toyota South Africa’s R6.5 billion lawsuit against Transnet, the KZN government, and eThekwini Municipality, following claims of neg…
SA nears turning point; FIA OKs Kyalami F1-ready upgrade
Stephen Grootes speaks to Mark Barnes, Executive Chairman and CEO at Purple Group and SA Post Office former CEO, about his recent column, exploring whether South Africa is nearing a pivotal turning p…
Pityana vs SARB clash and are you ready for sudden financial emergencies?
Stephen Grootes speaks to Sipho Pityana about his ongoing legal battles with Absa, where Pityana is challenging his removal as a director and the South African Reserve Bank's Prudential Authority's o…
MultiChoice may unbundle SuperSport; Harambee drives smart youth hiring via SA Youth platform
Stephen Grootes speaks to Sharmi Surianarain, Chief Impact Officer at Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator, about new youth unemployment data and how employers can hire smart through the SA Youth pl…
The Best Bits of The Money Show: Buy or rent a home – which is right for you?
This is a curated compilation of the best interviews from The Money Show this past week, featuring insightful discussions on business trends, personal finance, and leadership.
Stephen spoke with Saki…
Oil & gold prices surge amid Israel-Iran conflict; Billboard Africa debuts to boost African music
Stephen Grootes speaks to Hywel George, Director of Investments at Old Mutual Investment Group about the recent surge in oil and gold prices, and the decline in stock markets following Israel's strik…
SA eyes 15% import tax on EV batteries; Icasa to decide on Starlink licence
Stephen Grootes speaks to Ayabonga Cawe, Chief Commissioner of the International Trade Administration Commission about South Africa's proposed 15% import tax on new energy vehicle batteries, aimed at…
SA seeks US tariff relief & youth car buying habits revealed in latest reports
Stephen Grootes discusses with Duane Newman, EY Partner that specializes in global trade about South Africa's request to the US to keep tariffs at 10% or lower during ongoing trade negotiations, aimi…
Rethinking unemployment & home ownership: buy or rent?
Stephen Grootes discusses redefining South Africa's unemployment metric, considering the vast informal sector, with François Viviers, Marketing and communications at Capitec.
In other interviews, W…
SA Rugby's financial woes & business leaders share SA corporate insights
Stephen Grootes speaks to Nqobile Ndlovu, sport Business Expert about the union's technical insolvency and R95m loss in 2024, attributed to the failed Ackerley Sports Group deal, and how a strong sta…