This section houses interviews conducted by Biznews, both video and audio, and other interesting inputs sourced from Third Parties.
The history of mining in South Africa is virtually synonymous with the history of South Africa, so important has the industry been to the nation’s development. In this fascinating interview, author Jade Davenport outlines her recent book on the history of South African mining, starting with the arrival of the Dutch settlers and ranging right … Read more
It’s no secret that South Africans experience a lot of bribery and corruption, but we often associate these crimes with government – money greasing an application at Home Affairs or tender irregularities. However, the reality is that a lot of the fraud, theft, and bribery that happens in the country happens at businesses. According to … Read more
Blue Label Telecom reported some interesting results. While profits and headline earnings were up, revenues were down and the group reported significant losses in its Mexican and Indian operations. According to joint group CEOs Mark and Brett Levy, however, Â the fall in revenues and ongoing losses in the international operations are not cause for great … Read more
Although Group Five has grown revenues sharply – revenue was up over 55% in the six months ended December 2013, compared to the previous period  – the growth in operating profit has been more modest. G5 reported that operating profit from continuing operations was up 27.5% in the six months ended December last year compared … Read more
As attempts to rescue illegal miners trapped in an abandoned gold mine in Benoni continue, people are starting to ask what can be done about this situation. According to Cadiz’s Peter Major, there are over 6,000 abandoned mines littering the South African landscape – that means over 6,000 mines whose owners government is unable to … Read more
I love my job. Some days more than others. Like on Saturday when I got a half hour interview with a business legend. The quiet genius, the “nice” half of the duo that created the world’s most valuable company, Apple Computer. Stephen Wozniak, or “Woz” as he is best known, was in Johannesburg to address … Read more
It’s part of the human condition that the more money you possess, the more liberal your views. It’s no accident that the wealthy suburb of Houghton in Johannesburg was the seat of the late Helen Suzman who, during the Apartheid era, was for decades the sole liberal voice in South Africa’s Parliament. In the asset … Read more
This was a terrific discussion. And timeous. Entrepreneurs worldwide are becoming increasingly interested in the African growth story. Statements vary depending on who you listen to, but it’s common cause the continent houses at least six (most say seven, others nine) of what will be the world’s ten fastest growing economies over the next decade. … Read more
With the collapsing rand and the many challenges facing emerging markets, it’s not an easy environment for a company like ARB Holdings, which imports and distributes electrical products. yet, despite conditions, the company has managed to deliver really solid results – a 35% increase in headline earnings, double-digit revenue growth, and good cash generation. The … Read more
One of the areas in which South Africa is definitely lagging is in the provision of broadband internet access. Encouragingly, however, it seems that government has recognised the problem and is trying to come up with ways to turn it around. The Gauteng government, for example, has just awarded a R1.2bn tender to Altech to … Read more