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2/4/2025, 2:09:56 PM

South Africans have been jolted by the attention US President Donald Trump is giving their country – starting with freezing an annual $450m gift to HIV/AIDS sufferers with much worse in the wings. Among the most concerned are exporters – and those employed by American companies from KFC and Ford to Microsoft and Amazon operating in SA. Democratic Alliance Leader John Steenhuisen, Agriculture Minister in the Government of National Unity, says with cool heads, the growing crisis could become an opportunity. He spoke to BizNews editor Alec Hogg. https://www.biznews.com/interviews/2025/02/04/steenhuisen-cool-heads-trump-anc

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2/5/2025, 12:14:07 PM

South Africa's new land expropriation law has stirred global debate. Dr Theo de Jager of SAAI warns of potential abuse, urging farmers to unite against the act. He emphasises the need for legal safeguards and praises Elon Musk's influence on Trump's critique of the law, aiming to push for legislative changes. He speaks to Chris Steyn: https://www.biznews.com/interviews/2025/02/05/sa-farmers-frontline-fight-land

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2/4/2025, 7:51:02 AM

SA President Cyril Ramaphosa’s ANC may have tweaked the Donald Trump tiger’s tail once too often, with the EWC Act drawing a strong reaction from the leader of the world’s largest economy. In this interview, Corion Capital CIO David Bacher looks ahead with concern and back at a solid start to the year for South African assets. He spoke to BizNews editor Alec Hogg. https://www.biznews.com/sponsored/2025/02/03/david-bacher-trump-slump-threatening-sa-assets-january-gains

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2/4/2025, 1:51:04 PM

In today's BizNews Briefing, DA leader John Steenhuisen tells host, Alec Hogg, how SA’s current crisis can become something positive; Donald Trump praises his South African wingman; The Economist explains why DeepSeek is a force for good; BizNews portfolio star Palantir jumps again, making it a portfolio ten-bagger in two years; Rwanda says South African greed caused the DRC war; and Corion’s Bacher cautions. https://www.biznews.com/interviews/2025/02/04/bn-briefing-250204

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2/4/2025, 7:52:47 AM

Ever since the ANC’s attack on private property rights began 17 years ago, the IRR’s Terence Corrigan has devoted much of his waking hours to understanding the motives and consequences of such Soviet-style ideology. In this interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg, he examines US President Donald Trump’s latest move, concluding that as a result, SA is in for a tough time – with little chance of reversing a reaction to an approach that’s been decades in gestation. https://www.biznews.com/interviews/2025/02/03/trump-ewc-private-property-rights-sa

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2/3/2025, 2:24:15 PM

In today’s BizNews Briefing: US President Donald Trump vows to halt aid to South Africa over land tensions; our partners at Bloomberg report and the IRR’s Terence Corrigan and retired US Colonel Chris Wyatt weigh in on the situation. Our partners at the FT discuss the implications of Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China. Neil de Beer calls for accountability and integrity in government. And host Bronwyn Nielsen unpacks Vodacom’s results. Join Bronwyn as she takes us through the biggest stories of the day. https://www.biznews.com/interviews/2025/02/03/bn-briefing-0302

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2/5/2025, 4:30:29 PM

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1/31/2025, 10:25:27 AM

Few names in South African asset management are as highly regarded as Tony Bell. In this insightful interview, the ThinkCell CIO explores how market-driven strategies and price signals shape effective investment decisions. He delves into stock valuation, market efficiency, and the critical role of economic signals in guiding investors. By understanding these factors, investors can refine their approach, enhance returns, and navigate financial markets more confidently. Discover key insights into Bell’s perspective on market strategy and how to leverage price movements for smarter investing. https://www.biznews.com/interviews/2025/01/31/investment-masterclass-tony-bell

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2/2/2025, 6:30:52 PM

In this gripping edition of the Sunday Show, UIM President Neil de Beer dissects the political reset of South Africa's GNU by Cyril Ramaphosa and John Steenhuisen. He highlights the internal rifts within coalition partners, notably the Freedom Front Plus, following another DA mayor's ousting. De Beer scrutinises the current Cabinet, dubbing several ministers as governing under scrutiny. He fiercely criticises former President Zuma's MK Party for misappropriating historical names and SANDF Chief Maphwanya for "stolen valour", challenging him to a parachute jump. De Beer addresses the diplomatic spat with Rwanda's Kagame, critiques Defence Minister Motshekga, defends KZN's Police Commissioner, and lambasts ESKOM for the recent surprise load shedding. Watch it here: https://www.biznews.com/interviews/2025/02/02/neil-de-beer

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2/4/2025, 7:54:30 AM

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the Land Expropriation Bill, prompting a sharp rebuke from US analyst Colonel Chris Wyatt, who accused Ramaphosa of disrespecting the US Following Trump's funding cut threat, Wyatt noted the sudden shift in Ramaphosa's stance to meet Trump, suggesting a strategic misstep by the ANC. More in this interview with Chris Steyn: https://www.biznews.com/interviews/2025/02/03/cyril-poked-bear-chris-wyatt