Best Moneyweb Radio Podcasts (2025)

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[TOP STORY] Barbara Creecy: ‘Safety is my number one concern’ amid aviation turmoil 9:31

2h ago9:31

9:31

‘I am meeting weekly with the intervention team because I am fully aware of the risks that are involved in this situation and the need to resolve it appropriately and speedily,’ says the Minister of Transport. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Rasool’s boot from the USA: Did the ambassador overstep diplomatic boundaries? 30:02

5h ago30:02

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As Ebrahim Rasool returns to home soil after being booted from the USA, we ask if the ambassador overstepped diplomatic boundaries? The potential impact of a rate cut on the property industry. And new research suggests that Rooibos could protect petrol attendants from harmful petrochemical exposure. Moneyweb…

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[TOP STORY] Is ESG dead? 7:08

4h ago7:08

7:08

Mila Vicquery from Energy Partners addresses the impact of Trump’s withdrawal of the US from the Paris Agreement on ESG and the Just Energy Transition.By Simon Brown

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Market giving Super Group cold shoulder despite great prospects 20:15

5h ago20:15

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Chantal Marx from FNB Wealth & Investments discusses the strong results from Old Mutual and the challenging performance of Super Group. Mila Vicquery from Energy Partners addresses the impact of Trump’s withdrawal of the US from the Paris Agreement on ESG and the just energy transition. Is ESG losing its relevance? Pieter Viljoen, CEO of YOA, talks…

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[TOP STORY] Project Big Bang results in 32% drop in ATM bombings 7:41

2h ago7:41

7:41

‘There are masterful insights that can be used to be able to identify a perpetrator and that's what this initiative was about, leveraging the access to information we all have,’ says Nischal Mewalall, CEO of the South African Banking Risk Information Centre. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Stormy weather: Municipal negligence to blame for knock-on losses 34:41

2h ago34:41

34:41

A new report shows shifting consumer behaviour in a cautiously optimistic economic landscape. Will a R460m off-season maintenance plan give the sugar industry a much-needed boost? And growing concerns around municipal negligence in flood-stricken KZN. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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[TOP STORY] ‘You can have multiple living annuities’ 7:01

3h ago7:01

7:01

Brett Mackay from 10X Investments also weighs the pros and cons of living vs guaranteed life annuities.By Simon Brown

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Are MTN’s naira woes behind it? 21:17

36m ago21:17

21:17

Independent analyst Carmen Mpelwane breaks down MTN's results, packed with “constant currency” adjustments. Brett Mackay from 10X Investments weighs the pros and cons of living vs guaranteed life annuities. Old Mutual Alternative Investments explores the role of private markets in a 60/40 portfolio.By Simon Brown

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[TOP STORY] SA ambassador given 72 hours to leave the US 8:22

5h ago8:22

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‘One can concede that the ground was certainly not fertile for the kinds of comments that were made because already there were issues that were bubbling on the surface that needed to be addressed,’ says presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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The satellite internet race: Will Spacesail outshine Starlink in SA? 31:31

1h ago31:31

31:31

As Elon Musk’s Starlink struggles to find footing in SA, will its Chinese competitor beat it to providing satellite internet to this country? The Presidency speaks on SA’s ambassador to the US getting kicked out of the States. How new operating systems can help small businesses grow. And concern over the lack of financial support to combat the coun…

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[TOP STORY] Buy Now Pay Later takes the market by storm 7:37

1h ago7:37

7:37

Younger generations in particular are using it for big-ticket items. Rather than shelling out all in one month, they can pay over, say, three or four months – Mladen Čólić from TransUnion.By Simon Brown

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Renergen finally produces liquid helium 21:22

17m ago21:22

21:22

Kea Nonyana from Scope Prime on Renergen’s long-awaited helium production and his top pick among JSE-listed diversified miners. Absa’s Adam Reeves unpacks the mechanics of structured products, while Mladen Čólić from TransUnion Africa explores the rise of Buy Now Pay Later and its role in financial inclusion across the continent.…

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[TOP STORY] Municipal funding in focus: Is 2025’s budget enough? 7:43

4h ago7:43

7:43

‘There's a small pot of money for local government, there's a lot to be done with it, and if you spend well, and if you spend on the right things, you will be rewarded for that in terms of access to better grants in the future,’ says Kevin Allan, MD at Municipal IQ. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Budget 2025: Bad news for taxpayers 32:33

5d ago32:33

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The 2025 Budget places an even heavier burden on taxpayers, but are there any bright spots? We’ll take a look at the increased budget allocated to local municipalities – does this mean we’ll see better service delivery? We'll also discuss why an expert says Sars should get a bigger slice of the budget pie and concerns about the hold tobacco has on …

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[TOP STORY] The power of financial literacy 8:41

1h ago8:41

8:41

Rob van Eyden of Scope Markets explains the role of education for savings, investing, budgeting, risk reduction, tax management and making informed decisions.By Simon Brown

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Gold breaks $3 000 21:11

3d ago21:11

21:11

Schalk Louw from PSG Old Oak discusses Standard Bank’s modest results, and Hyprop’s solid performance. Robert Van Eyden, CEO of Scope Markets, highlights the broader benefits of financial education beyond individuals to the economy. Meanwhile, Simon shares his thoughts on the budget – far from the worst, but can it pass without DA support?…

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[TOP STORY] Report reveals how SA consumers are changing their shopping habits 7:01

2h ago7:01

7:01

‘Something has to give and what gives is consumers dropping out of categories, focusing on retailers where they might get perceived or actual value back,’ says Zak Haeri, MD at NIQ South Africa. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Will the budget help increase SA's revenue? 32:09

6d ago32:09

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GNU parties still at odds over the tabled budget - will it achieve what the Finance Minister has set out to do? A look at the true value of water amidst increased scarcity. And how a tech talent development programme has managed to place 96% of its graduates in software teams. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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[TOP STORY] Banking on experience: Which SA lender comes out tops? 5:44

4h ago5:44

5:44

Professor Adré Schreuder shares insights from UP’s 2024 consumer survey on local bank satisfaction.By Simon Brown

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Here's how to invest in an AI fund with capital guarantee 19:59

44m ago19:59

19:59

Matete Thulare from RMB discusses a tough budget, including a 0.5% Vat hike for this year and next. Professor Adré Schreude from the University of Pretoria shares insights from their consumer survey on local bank satisfaction. Zikona Poswayo from Standard Bank unveils their new AI-structured investment product.…

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[TOP STORY] Black Friday index reveals surging holiday sales shift 6:40

1h ago6:40

6:40

‘More spend, both online and in store, has shifted away from the final rush before Christmas to that Black Friday to Cyber Monday period,’ says Rory Bosman chief sales and marketing officer at Ecentric Payment Systems. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Higher Education institutions must drive social responsibility 30:16

1h ago30:16

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South Africans eagerly await the delivery of the budget speech, but will GNU partners be on board with the Minister’s new proposals? How the Basic Conditions of Employment Act’s new earnings threshold could be a strategic lifeline for the country. And a look at the first official Black Friday Index. Moneyweb…

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[TOP STORY] HomeChoice International thrives in tough environment 6:43

2h ago6:43

6:43

‘What has driven the [retail] turnaround ... is a substantial improvement in the quality of the customers ... taken on board with new credit models, but also a drive into touch-and-feel small format showrooms’: CEO Sean Wibberley.By Simon Brown

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Good rerating potential for Absa 21:08

6h ago21:08

21:08

Alex Duys of Umthombo Wealth on Absa's strong results and Attacq's impressive performance. Sean Wibberley, CEO of Homechoice International, discusses results driven by fintech growth. Momentum Investments's Sanisha Packirisamy previews Budget 2025 2.0 ... will we see a Vat hike?By Simon Brown

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[TOP STORY] Land expropriation: Why government should release its own land first 7:15

21h ago7:15

7:15

‘We believe that the government owns, through its programme called Proactive Land Acquisition Strategy, about 2.5 million hectares of farmland,’ says Wandile Sihlobo, senior fellow at Stellenbosch University's Department of Agricultural Economics. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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High excise taxes on alcohol could backfire 34:05

24h ago34:05

34:05

National Liquor Traders weigh in on potential pitfalls if large excise taxes are to be levied against the alcohol industry. Are luxury goods stocks still worth investing in? And why an expert says a fundamental shift beyond simply hiking Vat is needed to address budget shortfalls. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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[TOP STORY] Scary volatile markets can create opportunities 5:16

1d ago5:16

5:16

‘Now's the time for active stock-picking and active management to really earn its stripes’ and generate alpha for investors: Reko Nare from Anchor Capital.By Simon Brown

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Is Europe the ultimate value story? 20:06

3d ago20:06

20:06

Reko Nare from Anchor discusses US macro data as we await Wednesday's US inflation report. Bruce Stong, CEO of Mpact, reflects on tough trading conditions, though with some positives in their latest results. Sean Kelly from Parity Wealth Managers analyses US market performance compared to South Africa and other global markets.…

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[TOP STORY] Outa’s bold plan: How SA could save R500bn without raising Vat 7:49

2d ago7:49

7:49

‘Why is the taxi industry untaxed? That's a question that's been answered in Parliament. It isn't taxed and there's potentially another R9 billion there per annum,’ says Wayne Duvenage, CEO of the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Who will benefit from Microsoft’s multi-billion-rand SA investment 32:42

2d ago32:42

32:42

Will Microsoft’s additional R5bn investment in South Africa help equip the youth with critical Azure skills? Outa says it can find R500bn in the budget without having to hike Vat. How the Sandton shootout highlights a lack of enforcement and accountability when it comes to private bodyguards and gun ownership. And why the health department’s limite…

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Family not all in SA? Important tips for when you die 13:06

2d ago13:06

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Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy – in its simplest form, it is a switch: you are planning for an event, and when it happens you want the switch to be flipped and everything to work. And without a warm body in this country that can do everything that has to be done, things can get complicated’: Fisa vice chair Chris Murphy.…

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[TOP STORY] Trump, tech, and whether value stocks still offer real value 6:11

2d ago6:11

6:11

Andrew Williams, Schroders’ investment director for Global Value Equities, characterises China as the ‘dark destroyer’ of profit margins for developed market businesses.By Simon Brown

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US Jobs data is the one to watch for weakness 19:41

2d ago19:41

19:41

Nick Kunze from Sanlam Private Wealth unpacks Rainbow’s results and what US jobs data means for markets. Andrew Williams from Schroders on Trump, tech, and whether value stocks still offer real value. Dylan Govender of Investec Business Banking explores Trump’s bold trade moves and what local investors should keep an eye on.…

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[TOP STORY] New streaming levy? What it could mean for SA viewers and creators 6:19

5d ago6:19

6:19

‘The ultimate reality here is that these major global players capitalise and extract value from a South African audience and don't pay any local taxes or contribute to the local community as it stands,’ says Leslie Adams, sales director at Reach Africa. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Banking app attacks up 196% 31:26

5d ago31:26

31:26

Cybercriminals are shifting tactics, relying on mass malware distribution to steal banking details – here’s how to protect yourself. Agriculture shows resilience as it posts a 17.2% Q4 rebound. And where are South Africans spending their money, and are they saving at all? A new report reveals all. Moneyweb…

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[TOP STORY] Woolies’s CEO talks Dash growth, fashion woes and beauty’s boom 7:21

5d ago7:21

7:21

‘Dash has been doing especially well’ ... together with the opening of ‘dark stores’ and prestige beauty brands knocking on Woolies door: CEO Roy Bagattini.By Simon Brown

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The best investments for your TFSA 20:33

5d ago20:33

20:33

Independent analyst Jimmy Moyaha breaks down FirstRand’s results and the broader struggles seen in recent SA Inc earnings. Woolworths CEO Roy Bagattini unpacks the hurdles in the retailer’s fashion and beauty segments. Simon shares his top picks for your tax-free savings account.By Simon Brown

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[TOP STORY] A call for reform: The push to fix SA’s public service 5:49

6d ago5:49

5:49

‘Putting in systems to monitor performance and all those types of things and improving productivity in the public service are some of the issues that I think are quite critical,’ says Yoliswa Makhasi, head of the public service reform programme at the New South Institute. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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EXCLUSIVE: ‘Drastic steps needed to save humanity’ - Sir David King 31:15

6d ago31:15

31:15

Sir David King, head of the Climate Crisis Advisory Group, believes the US’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement allows the global South to lead climate change charge. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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[TOP STORY] Cobus Loubser talks Curro's growth and Namibia expansion 6:28

7d ago6:28

6:28

‘If you can put a proper product in front of a community which is hungry for the opportunity and aspires to access it, you can do well’: CEO Cobus Loubser.By Simon Brown

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Market-leading results from Spur 18:30

7d ago18:30

18:30

Chantal Marx from FNB Wealth & Investments breaks down Spur and Woolies's results – South Africans are dining out but not refreshing their wardrobes. Curro Holdings CEO Cobus Loubser discusses modest learner growth, while Cashbuild CEO Werner de Jager reflects on muted gains that didn't benefit much from lower rates and two-pot money.…

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[TOP STORY] Breaking the stigma: Is the perception of TVET colleges changing? 6:32

8d ago6:32

6:32

‘Tvet colleges are skilling you with practical experience, they're exposing you with real work experience, and with that you don't need to go and find employment, you can actually be an entrepreneur,’ says Sphiwe Masuku, head of brand and marketing at Fundi. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Big push to use drones for border security 32:12

8d ago32:12

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Can drones help patrol our country’s porous borders? A look at the uncertain future of conservation amidst US funding cuts. What a wealth tax could mean for South Africa. And a 46% rise in students attending TVET colleges proves that it is no longer a ‘second-tier’ option when it comes to tertiary education. Moneyweb…

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[TOP STORY] Discovery Bank hits profitability milestone, grows client base by 32% 6:45

14d ago6:45

6:45

‘As we've broken into profitability, the cost-to-income ratio effectively drops below 100% and is dropping or decreasing very, very rapidly as we add scale to the platform,’: Hylton Kallner, CEO, Discovery Bank.By Simon Brown

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Shoprite sees price decreases in 35% of goods 20:07

14d ago20:07

20:07

Momentum Securities's Faheema Adia discusses Nedbank’s resilient high single-digit growth despite tough market conditions, while Shoprite CEO Pieter Engelbrecht highlights the company’s strong results, the expansion of 60Sixty, and easing food inflation. Meanwhile, Discovery Bank CEO Hylton Kallner shares how the bank achieved profitability in Dece…

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[TOP STORY] ‘Cut the fat, don't hike the Vat’: ActionSA calls for radical cabinet reform 7:02

9d ago7:02

7:02

‘The less cabinet ministers and deputy ministers you have, the more agile the government would be. I think that's the objective, to have an agile, reactive government that can work quickly,’ says parliamentary leader of ActionSA, Athol Trollip. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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Airline safety: 7 fatal accidents in 2024 31:05

9d ago31:05

31:05

Kids are getting access to devices as young as three years old, but are parents having important conversations about online safety? Why ActionSA is calling for the position of deputy minister to be done away with. And what SA should be doing to educate more experts in ‘green skills’. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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[TOP STORY] Finding opportunities in a concentrated global market 7:42

9d ago7:42

7:42

OMIG's Mario Fisher cautions against panic. ‘[W]e are less emotionally invested in the investment process. ... Most of the time it just comes out in the wash’.By Simon Brown

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Santam delivers strong results, but is the stock worth the price? 20:16

9d ago20:16

20:16

Independent analyst Carmen Mpelwane on Santam’s strong results, solid dividend yield, and fair valuation. OMIG's Mario Fisher offers tips on finding opportunities in a concentrated global market. Sello Sekele, from Absa, unpacks February’s PMI decline and manufacturing weakness.By Simon Brown

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[TOP STORY] SAA CEO controversy highlights failure to implement Zondo Commission reforms 6:31

10d ago6:31

6:31

‘Every year in the State of the Nation Address, we hear from the president that things are going to change in how SOE boards and CEOs are appointed, but we don't really see that change manifesting,’ says Professor Parmi Natesan, CEO of the Institute of Directors in South Africa. MoneywebBy Jeremy Maggs

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