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In this explosive Director’s Cut interview on BizNewsTV, DA MP Glynnis Breytenbach tells Alec Hogg why South Africa’s criminal justice system remains deeply captured. And what it will take to clean it up. From her years at the NPA to her current seat on Parliament’s ad hoc committee, Breytenbach pulls no punches. Corruption isn’t just at the top, it’s systemic, starved by design, and shielded by politics. Her message to those in power is blunt - act boldly, or the rot will consume everything.

Financial strategist and American analyst Matt Chancey joins Alec Hogg to unpack the significance of Donald Trump’s pick for US ambassador to South Africa, Brent Bozell. Known for his fierce media criticism and conservative influence, Bozell’s arrival could mark a turning point in US-SA relations. Chancey explains what Bozell’s appointment means for trade, diplomacy, and the ideological balance between Washington and Pretoria. And why South Africans should pay close attention.

South Africa’s fiscal alarm bells are ringing again. With debt soaring, growth stalling, and the Minister of Finance running out of tax options, economist Dawie Roodt lays out the hard truth: “You can’t tax a broken economy back to life.” In this frank conversation with Alec Hogg, Roodt explains why VAT hikes are political suicide, How inflation quietly steals from citizens, and why he believes only bold reform, or a new government, can stop the looming financial cliff.

An economy is a living system. It’s how a country makes, shares, and uses its money, goods, and services. Every person, business, and government department plays a part in keeping it running. People and Work It all starts with people. When people work, they earn money. That money is then spent on food, housing, transport, and other needs. The more people who have jobs, the more money flows through the system. And the stronger the economy becomes. Businesses and Products Businesses create the goods and services people buy. They hire workers, pay wages, and invest in new products. As businesses grow, they hire more people. Creating a positive cycle where everyone benefits. Government and Taxes The government collects taxes from people and businesses. It then uses that money to pay for public services like schools, hospitals, roads, and police. If managed wisely, taxes help keep the country running smoothly. And support those who need help. Imports and Exports Every country buys and sells...

Economist Dawie Roodt joins Renaldo Gouws to expose the brutal truth about South Africa’s collapsing fiscal reality: a handful of overburdened taxpayers funding millions, a bloated state drowning in debt, and an ANC government addicted to redistribution instead of growth. From the failed grey list reforms to the quiet tax revolt already underway, this is a wake-up call for the middle class. Roodt breaks down how corruption, incompetence, and socialist ideology have bankrupted the system and why nothing will change until the ANC is gone. This is not just an interview. It’s a warning. Watch the full Truth Report now.

Since 1996, government spending has increased, while effectiveness has declined. Join us for the launch of the Value For Money Bill , a bold policy that will stop the waste and deliver real value.

On this episode of the Democratic Alliance Podcast , Francois Rodgers, KZN MEC for Finance, shares his journey into politics and how he's clamping down on corruption! We discuss the province’s challenges, and explore how the DA is working to stabilise finances, restore services, and rebuild trust in government!

Life is full of noise and distraction. We get pulled in a many directions. By other people’s expectations. By opportunities that sound good. And by our own wandering minds. But success, peace, and progress don't come from doing everything . They come from choosing a few things that matter. And doing the best we can with them. Giving it our best shot. When we try to do too much, our energy gets scattered. We start a lot, but finish little. Focus changes that. It brings clarity. It gives us momentum. Pick a few key priorities: Improving your health. Strengthening relationships. Building your community. Mastering a skill. Give yourself the power to make real impact. So decide what truly counts. Write it down. Then cut out the rest. Every “yes” to one priority is a “no” to a dozen distractions. Don’t wait for perfect timing or total certainty. Just start. And keep going. Because the people who make a difference aren’t the busiest ones… They’re the ones who focus and follow through . --...

In this episode of Makin Sense, the panel discusses significant developments in South Africa's political landscape, including the DA's new economic empowerment policy that shifts focus from race to poverty, the ANC's response, and the implications for governance. The panel then reflects on what David Ansara brought up in last week's episode. After which, the panel explores Trump's progress in dismantling the department of education. The conversation also touches on the impact of lab-grown diamonds on Botswana's economy, the controversy surrounding the Oxford Union's leadership, and the challenges posed by the ANC's ridiculous new energy plan. The panel emphasizes the importance of public opinion, the potential for federalism, and the need for effective energy resources to support economic growth.

From flipping a coin that landed him in Botswana’s Okavango Delta to co-founding two of Africa’s most successful conservation-driven tourism empires. Colin Bell has built a business model that proves saving nature can also create jobs. In this episode, he tells Alec Hogg how Natural Selection is redefining eco-tourism. Empowering communities, restoring wildlife, and showing why the “business of conservation” might be South Africa’s greatest untapped goldmine.