Best Impact Lures Podcasts (2024)

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NewsWrap: US election update; SAPS; Gauteng water crisis; Maimane on GNU; De Beer on Mashatile; Summers on Pick 'n Pay 18:00

36m ago18:00

18:00

In this edition of NewsWrap from BizNews, we delve into critical updates on the US elections and expose troubling political interference within the South African Police Service, alongside urgent insights into Johannesburg’s declining infrastructure. Former DA leader Mmusi Maimane critiques the DA-ANC coalition for missed reform opportunities, while…

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SA politics at a crossroads: Maja and Maimane speak out on ANC’s decline and failing municipalities 22:21

40m ago22:21

22:21

In a candid discussion on the BizNews Briefing podcast, Makone Maja of the Institute for Race Relations and Mmusi Maimane, leader of Build One South Africa, addressed South Africa’s political crisis. They discussed the fallout from ANC’s governance challenges, the Democratic Alliance’s controversial coalition, and the deteriorating state of Johanne…

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Investor Insights: David Shapiro on the impact of the US election on global markets and more... 10:39

1h ago10:39

10:39

In an interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg on this morning's BizNews Briefing podcast, market expert David Shapiro discussed critical issues affecting the South African cement industry and the implications of the upcoming US presidential election. He expressed concerns about the cement industry's future amid a shift towards alternative materials…

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The Greek "brand" in the US: What do American tourists think of Greece? 9:54

3h ago9:54

9:54

The past years have seen an exponential increase in the number of Americans who choose Greece for their vacation, and this trend is expected to continue in 2025. While Americans are arriving in Greece in droves, what do they really think about the country? That’s the focus of a recent poll that not only puts the spotlight on perceptions and impress…

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CEO Summers discusses Pick 'n Pay turnaround, eBucks partnership, and the path forward 14:26

3h ago14:26

14:26

Speaking to BizNews editor Alec Hogg on the BizNews Briefing podcast this morning, Pick n Pay CEO Sean Summers discussed the company’s strategic turnaround, highlighted by a new partnership with FNB’s eBucks program. Despite challenges, Summers is optimistic about the company’s future, aiming to reinvest in stores, leverage Boxer’s success, and fos…

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David Shapiro; Sean Summers; Makone Maja; Mmusi Maimane - and more 59:40

2h ago59:40

59:40

In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, host Alec Hogg discusses the eBucks deal; Boxer listing and progress on the turnaround with Pick n Pay CEO Sean Summers; gets context from David Shapiro and Makone Maja about the freshest investment and political news; and celebrates a triumph of democracy in Botswana with BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane. The prog…

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De Beer: Mashatile the Dodger; Kodwa & Co - the Protected; Mashaba & Majozi; the Race Card; & Zille bombshell loading… 26:00

2h ago26:00

26:00

On this edition of the Sunday Show on BizNews, Neil de Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement, says Deputy President Paul Mashatile - who has reaffirmed government's commitment to expropriation of land without compensation - should be hauled before court on “terrible” charges of corruption; examines the possible reasons behind the d…

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Corion Report - Interest rate bump, shares fall on risky US candidate 22:52

3d ago22:52

22:52

Corion’s David Bacher shares his team’s monthly report-back on investment market performance, reflecting on a soggy October when a good start deteriorated into a poor ending. US inflation edged higher, causing an unexpected bump in interest rates and weaker share prices worldwide. Bacher explains that investors worry that no matter which presidenti…

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Caught in a scam: How Banxso lured an investor into a financial trap 18:22

35m ago18:22

18:22

In this eye-opening BizNews Briefing interview, a victim of the Banxso investment scheme reveales how they were lured by promises of high returns and reassurances from "financial experts." Through emotional testimonials, they describe the intense pressure and deceptive tactics that led them to invest their savings, only to face devastating losses. …

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Ex-mayor Brink criticises ActionSA’s coalition, warns of ANC-EFF influence in Tshwane 14:11

2h ago14:11

14:11

Speaking to BizNews editor Alec Hogg on this morning's BizNews Briefing podcast, former Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink discussed his views on the destabilising effects of the ActionSA-ANC-EFF coalition on Tshwane's governance, citing setbacks in financial recovery and infrastructure management. Brink highlighted his concerns over ANC control and the …

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Can the US afford to paper over Erdogan’s inflammatory rhetoric? 18:24

2h ago18:24

18:24

With the US elections around the corner, discussions are already underway about how a new administration will tackle the question of Turkey. As this discussion intensifies, just a few days ago we saw members of Congress call out Turkish President Erdogan’s aggressive rhetoric against NATO and key allies. The Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ S…

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Johannesburg on the brink: RW Johnson on water, infrastructure, and political missteps 20:01

2h ago20:01

20:01

In this gripping interview, political analyst and regular BizNews columnist RW Johnson discussed Johannesburg’s water crisis, describing it as a “national calamity” born of decades of infrastructure neglect and political gridlock. Speaking with BizNews editor Alec Hogg, Johnson unpacked the historical missteps that led the city to the brink and que…

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Investor Insights: Market 'speed bumps' won't halt Tech's long-term growth, with Anthony Ginsberg 15:39

2h ago15:39

15:39

Anthony Ginsberg, managing partner of GinsGlobal, offers valuable insights into the recent market volatility impacting big tech. As Alec Hogg discusses in his latest interview, tech stocks like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft face heightened scrutiny due to intensified AI investments and antitrust challenges under the current administration. Ginsberg s…

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RW Johnson; Banxso victim; Cilliers Brink; Ginsberg wrap on Mag7 results 1:01:47

3h ago1:01:47

1:01:47

In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, host Alec Hogg shares insights from political scientist RW Johnson; former Tshwane mayor Cilliers Brink; from LA, Anthony Ginsberg on quarterlies from five members of Wall Street’s Magnificent Seven; and a victim of the financial boiler room called Banxso tells the story of how her life’s savings were lost.…

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NewsWrap: Hersov – socialism does not work; Mashaba vs Majozi; Lings unpacks SA debt crisis 12:34

2h ago12:34

12:34

In this episode of BizNews NewsWrap, we delve into the heated debate surrounding capitalism and socialism, featuring insights from influential Rob Hersov, who champions the successes of capitalism, and Kevin Lings, who warns of South Africa's escalating debt crisis. We also hear from Herman Mashaba, who challenges divisive political narratives, and…

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Rob Hersov calls for a capitalist reawakening: “Capitalism works, Socialism doesn’t” 13:59

4h ago13:59

13:59

In a conversation on this morning's BizNews Briefing, outspoken entrepreneur and “capitalist activist” Rob Hersov doubled down on his call for South Africans to embrace capitalism as a path to growth, jobs, and innovation. Sharing his thoughts on how socialism and its ideals have gained surprising traction, Hersov expressed concern over the influen…

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War-of Words: Majozi responds to Mashaba 17:27

6h ago17:27

17:27

A war of words is raging between political economist Phumlani M. Majozi and ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba. In this interview with BizNews, Majozi responds to yesterday’s interview with Mashaba in which he revealed that he had consulted lawyers over social media posts made by Majozi. In our interview, we ask Majozi whether he really believes that t…

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Kevin Lings unpacks mini-budget: SA's economic path needs urgent action to avoid stagnation 15:34

6h ago15:34

15:34

Speaking to Alec Hogg on this morning's BizNews Briefing podcast, STANLIB's chief economist Kevin Lings urged swift government action following South Africa’s medium-term budget update, citing low growth projections, high debt, and the need to capitalise on recent optimism. While supportive of public-private partnerships for infrastructure, Lings w…

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Marius Roodt on SA’s By-Election Trends: DA’s Rising Dominance and Patriotic Alliance’s Surprising Wins 12:00

1d ago12:00

12:00

In a conversation with Alec Hogg, Marius Roodt from the Institute for Race Relations discusses surprising shifts in South Africa’s local by-elections. With record-breaking voter support for the DA in Stellenbosch and Emalahleni, and an unexpected win for the Patriotic Alliance in George, these results reveal changing voter loyalties. Roodt delves i…

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Searching for the remains of Greek soldiers who perished in the mountains of Albania 9:27

1h ago9:27

9:27

Earlier this week Greeks around the world celebrated “OXI Day” - the day 84 years ago that saw Greece reject the ultimatums of Italy’s Mussolini. The heroics of the Greek army during World War II are well known, as they showed occupied Europe that the Axis was not invincible. Today, however, I want to focus on another side of this story, and that’s…

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BizNews Briefing - Defending capitalism; SA by-elections; Mini-Budget 1:00:31

2h ago1:00:31

1:00:31

In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, host Alec Hogg is joined by global entrepreneur and self-described ‘capitalist activist’ Rob Hersov; the IRR’s Marius Roodt; Stanlib chief economist Kevin Lings; and with insight into the Microsoft results, our partners at Bloomberg.By BizNews

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TRAVEL NEWS - ASHVILLE IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS 15:17

6h ago15:17

15:17

Food and Travel Nation with Elizabeth Dougherty TRAVEL NEWS - ASHVILLE IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS The TRUTH about Food and Travel Original Broadcast Date: 10/26/24 Elizabeth has the latest travel news, including a story from North Carolina. One month after Hurricane Helene destroyed western parts of the state and sent a giant river through Asheville, the…

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SEARCHING FOR MCTRUTH ABOUT ECOLI 10:03

6h ago10:03

10:03

Food and Travel Nation with Elizabeth Dougherty THE TRUTH ABOUT THE MCDONALDS ECOLI DEBACLE The TRUTH about Food and Travel Original Broadcast Date: 10/26/24 Elizabeth attempts to unpack the McDonald's e coli story: Who was involved and why did McDonald's name the affected farm before the CDC/FDA investigation was over? What really happened? Where …

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SERVERS REVENGE - REVOLT IN ORLANDO 12:37

2h ago12:37

12:37

Food and Travel Nation with Elizabeth Dougherty 2024-1026 FOOD AND TRAVEL NATION WITH ELIZABETH DOUGHERTY The TRUTH about Food and Travel Original Broadcast Date: 10/26/2024 ### FOOD AND TRAVEL NATION FAST FACTS Website: Food And Travel Nation.com Social Media Sites: Facebook | X (formerly Twitter) Live Broadcast: Saturday 5pm LISTEN ANYTIME Execut…

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HELENE DESTROYED DIRTY DANCING LODGE IN LAKE LURE NC 13:37

2h ago13:37

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By Elizabeth Dougherty

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RV TIPS - HURRICANE DESTROYED AWNING 5:59

2h ago5:59

5:59

By Elizabeth Dougherty

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FOOD NEWS E COLI RECALLS AND MORE RESTAURANT CLOSINGS 23:53

1d ago23:53

23:53

By Elizabeth Dougherty

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BE AWARE OF B CORP HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS 14:04

1d ago14:04

14:04

By Elizabeth Dougherty

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AIRLINE DEBACLES INCAPACITATED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR 6:37

7h ago6:37

6:37

Food and Travel Nation with Elizabeth Dougherty 2024-1026 FOOD AND TRAVEL NATION WITH ELIZABETH DOUGHERTY The TRUTH about Food and Travel Original Broadcast Date: 10/26/2024 Elizabeth has the story (and audio) of a pilot-in-training whose Certified Flight Instructor became incapacitated and emergency personnel on the ground help her land. ### FOOD …

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2024-1026 FOOD AND TRAVEL NATION WITH ELIZABETH DOUGHERTY 1:59:17

36m ago1:59:17

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Food and Travel Nation with Elizabeth Dougherty 2024-1026 FOOD AND TRAVEL NATION WITH ELIZABETH DOUGHERTY The TRUTH about Food and Travel Original Broadcast Date: 10/26/2024 Elizabeth has the latest food news (and there is a LOT of it) including recalls and food contaminations. You'll learn more about the McDonald's E coli investigation and how som…

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Investor Insights: Jason Welz on Bitcoin’s surge and dollar-cost averaging strategy 7:43

3h ago7:43

7:43

Jason Welz, head of crypto at Jaltech, provided insights into Bitcoin’s recent surge, cautioning investors about its volatility. 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.…

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Anthony Ginsberg on Alphabet and the dominance of big tech 9:22

3h ago9:22

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Anthony Ginsberg, tech investment specialist at GinsGlobal Index Funds, shared his perspective on Alphabet and other Big Tech giants 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.…

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Investor Insights: Evan Walker on the struggles of the retail sector 11:40

3h ago11:40

11:40

Evan Walker, portfolio manager at 36ONE Asset Management, weighed in on the current challenges facing the 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.…

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Investor Insights: Piet Viljoen on the competition commission and Its impact on SA markets 13:15

3h ago13:15

13:15

Value investor Piet Viljoen discussed the South African Competition Commission’s impact on the country’s market dynamics. 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.…

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NewsWrap: FSCA takes action; CompCom hinders; Shoprite shines; Google excels; Bitcoin surges; and gold looks good 15:56

15m ago15:56

15:56

Join us for today's BizNews Newswrap as we delve into the Financial Sector Conduct Authority's crackdown on fraud, spotlight Shoprite's impressive sales growth, and analyze the implications of the Competition Commission's recent decisions. We also unpack Google's strong earnings report and explore the latest trends in Bitcoin and gold prices. Stay …

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FSCA investigates alleged financial scams involving Banxso and AfriMarkets 12:46

2h ago12:46

12:46

The FSCA is investigating alleged financial scams by Banxso and AfriMarkets, accused of using deep-fake ads to lure vulnerable investors. With around 90 million rand frozen and licenses provisionally withdrawn, FSCA’s Gerhard van Deventer emphasizes public education and ethical sales practices, stressing accountability for deceptive financial schem…

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Mashaba goes after Majozi and Gwamanda 15:16

4h ago15:16

15:16

ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba is ready to take legal action over social media posts by political economist Phumlani M Majozi and some other commentators. In this interview with BizNews, he says: “…we will honestly get some of the best lawyers to put them in front of the nation to really give us evidence of the nonsense they are promoting of us as …

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Is there room for substantive talks on Greek-Turkish differences? 11:57

2h ago11:57

11:57

The Greek and Turkish foreign ministers are set to meet on November 8th in Athens to explore whether there is genuine room for substantive discussions on Greek-Turkish differences, particularly issues in the Aegean Sea. In the lead up to this meeting, neither Greece nor Turkey have deviated from their core positions, something diplomats say is expe…

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BizNews Briefing - Competition Commission; Shoprite, Boxer, PnP; Alphabet; Banxso; Bitcoin 1:00:06

3h ago1:00:06

1:00:06

In this episode of the BizNews Briefing, host Alec Hogg is joined by Piet Viljoen of Re:CM; Evan Walker of 36ONE; Anthony Ginsberg of Ginsglobal (from California); Gerhard van Deventer, Enforcement director at the FSCA; and Jason Welz, head of crypto at Jaltech.By BizNews

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NewsWrap: Cameron on SAPS audit; Banxso whistleblower, Wilgenhof saga; PnP IPO buzz; Heystek on US tech giants' boom 18:17

18h ago18:17

18:17

In today’s BizNews Newswrap, DA's Ian Cameron delves into the SAPS's leadership issues and the need for a skills audit to address crime at its roots. Bloomberg provides insights on Pick n Pay's upcoming Boxer IPO, potentially Africa’s largest for the year, while a whistleblower shares claims of a clone mimicking Banxso to scam investors. Alec Hogg …

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Anonymous whistleblower exposes Banxso clone scam preying on SA investors 10:53

18h ago10:53

10:53

An anonymous whistleblower has come forward with troubling details about Banxso, an online investment platform accused of deceptive practices and linked to deepfake ads featuring well-known personalities like Johann Rupert and Hashim Amla. The whistleblower, a senior figure in the financial sector, described a suspicious encounter with Afrimarket, …

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Magnus Heystek: Magnificent returns amid global market surge 12:18

18h ago12:18

12:18

In a recent BizNews interview, Magnus Heystek, founder and chief investment officer of Brenthurst Wealth, shared insights on the impact of the American stock market on South African investments, especially in light of a strong year for global equities. Highlighting the influence of U.S. tech giants like Nvidia and Alphabet, Heystek noted that South…

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Tembisa school boosts safety and attendance by providing free transport for pupils – Mmatsie Motimele 9:32

19h ago9:32

9:32

In South Africa, more than 8 million of our 12.5 million school pupils walk to school as their families cannot afford private transportation. The danger some of them face has been highlighted by a recent story of the pupils of a remote village of eNkovukeni in far northern KwaZulu-Natal who have to cross a lake with hippos to get to the Nhlange Sec…

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Ian Cameron addresses SAPS audit and controversial BELA Bill 9:40

21h ago9:40

9:40

Ian Cameron, DA spokesperson on police, addressed the need for a SAPS leadership audit to tackle inefficiency and political appointments, which he sees as root issues behind South Africa’s crime challenges. He also criticised the controversial BELA Bill, which allows schools to facilitate abortions for minors without parental consent.…

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Wilgenhof Scandal: Calls for accountability amidst allegations of report tampering 15:37

23h ago15:37

15:37

Jaco Rabie and DA MP Willie Aucamp discuss allegations that Stellenbosch University’s Vice-Chancellor and Council Chair altered an independent panel’s report on the Wilgenhof residence closure, withholding alternatives from the council. They demand an independent investigation and accountability to restore transparency and trust.…

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White House visit puts US-Cyprus ties in the spotlight 8:16

1d ago8:16

8:16

This week Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulidis will head to Washington, DC for an official meeting with President Joe Biden at the Oval Office. The invitation - which was reported on this weekend - comes as US-Cyprus relations continue to reach new heights. These past few months alone have put this positive trajectory in the spotlight, with Cypr…

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BizNews Briefing - Heystek; Banxso back; Wilgenhof; Police leadership 1:05:08

1d ago1:05:08

1:05:08

In this episode of BizNews Briefing, host Alec Hogg is joined by Magnus Heystek for context on the freshest business and investment news; we meet an anonymous whistleblower who has uncovered a clone of the suspended Banxso; Jaco Rabie and Willie Aucamp, MP call for strong action after bombshell developments on the Stellenbosch University’s Wilgenho…

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Newswrap: McKenzie on rugby controversy, ANC presidential successors, BELA Bill, Shapiro on US election and SA 24:18

2d ago24:18

24:18

In today’s Newswrap, we break down top stories in South African politics, finance, and international news. Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie addresses the Springbok equity deal; campaign strategist Makone Maja weighs in on ANC dynamics and Ramaphosa's potential successors; and legal expert Christopher Cordeiro critiques the BELA Bill’s impact on educ…

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Gayton McKenzie: Only a united GNU can stop a Zuma tsunami 22:05

2d ago22:05

22:05

The Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture - and Patriotic Alliance (PA) leader - Gayton McKenzie has made an impassioned plea for an end to the bickering and infighting in the Government of National Unity (GNU). In this interview with BizNews he describes the current discord in the GNU as a “gift” to former President Jacob Zuma and his MKP. “If they…

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BELA faces legal challenge from homeschoolers… 18:04

2d ago18:04

18:04

The Pestalozzi Trust - a civil rights organisation dedicated to protecting homeschooling and civil education - has warned President Cyril Ramaphosa in a letter that it will launch a legal challenge to the BELA Act. In this interview with BizNews, the trust’s Christopher Cordeiro says: “…once the President says what the date of its coming into force…

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