BN Daybreak 12 Feb 2026 - Malema v O'Sullivan; Great R300 FMD vaccine rip-off; Gun law warning

In this explosive edition of BizNews Daybreak, Alec Hogg unpacks two major confrontations shaking South Africa. First, Saai’s Dr Theo de Jager exposes what he calls a "Covid-style" scam in the agricultural sector—alleging that cronies are charging farmers R300 for Foot-and-mouth disease vaccines that should cost just R55. He argues the State is using "biosecurity" as a smokescreen for profit-gouging and control.

Then, we take you inside Parliament for a fiery showdown between EFF leader Julius Malema and forensic investigator Paul O'Sullivan, where accusations of espionage and fake qualifications flew across the committee room.

Also in this episode:

Gun Law Warning: Jonathan Deal of Safe Citizen explains why new legislation could leave vulnerable South Africans defenceless.

Market Wrap: Capitec’s muted reaction to strong numbers, Sasol’s rise, and why the US is cosying up to Venezuelan oil.

Global Shifts: Tension in Iran and a quiet day on Wall Street.

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