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South Africa’s labour market registered 399,000 additional jobs in the third quarter. With nearly 17 million people employed during the period, the official unemployment rate now sits at 31.9%, down from 32.6% previously. Business Day TV unpacked the print in greater detail with Nthabiseng Moleko, Economist at Stellenbosch Business School.

Altron's reported improved half-year revenue and profitability from continuing operations. Business Day TV spoke to the firm's group CEO, Werner Kapp, to unpack the company's interim performance.

Raubex has reported double-digit profit growth in the six months to August. The firm says this is largely due to the diversity of its operations which helped it weather difficult macroeconomic conditions. Business Day TV caught up with Raubex CEO, Felicia Msiza for more detail.

Africa's telecoms sector is expected to grow at an annual growth rate of 4.6%. To discuss what will drive this growth and for a closer look at the opportunities and challenges for industry players, Business Day TV spoke to Arthur Goldstuck from World Wide Worx.

The department of home affairs has proposed that the government review the international treaty concerning refugee protection as it proposes the biggest overhaul of South Africa's immigration in a generation. To unpack the detail of the potential changes, Business Day TV spoke to Companies and Markets Editor at Business Day, Kabelo Khumalo

Vodacom has reported a drop in its interim operating profit as it's had to shoulder the start-up losses of its operations in Ethiopia but the mobile phone operator says its investments there will pay off. Business Day TV spoke to the firm's CEO Shameel Joosub for more detail.

Revenue from South Africa, Kenya and Ghana’s entertainment industry is projected to grow at a 5.5% compound growth annual rate between now and 2027. That’s according to PwC’s latest Africa Entertainment & Media Outlook 2023–2027 report. The company’s Africa Entertainment and Media Leader, Alinah Motaung joined Business Day TV for more insight into the report and its findings.

The Judicial Service Commission has come under fire for not appointing qualified candidates for Supreme Court of Appeal seats. The JSC sought to recommend candidates to fill judicial vacancies at the SCA, the Gauteng High Court, the labour court and others but it has only recommended two names for the SCA’s four vacancies. Business Day TV spoke to Tauriq Moosa, a legal writer for Business Day for...

Business Day TV speaks to Tarris Arnold, Business Development Manager at Luno, about the activity playing out in the crypto scene.

Ford is investing over R5 billion at its Silverton plant in South Africa. The funds will go towards building the country's first ever plug-in electric hybrid Ranger. Business Day TV caught up with the President for Africa at Ford Moter Company, Neale Hill for further insight on these plans

We unpack the aftermath of the 2023 AGOA forum, delving into the possibility of an improved AGOA from the U.S. We explore the impact on both the U.S. and Africa, touching on issues like human rights and geopolitical intricacies. Dr. Gideon Chitanga from Wits University's African Centre for the Study of the United States shares insights on diverse perspectives, including calls for early renewal and...

Roughly a month post protests in Ghana against the cost-of-living crisis, inflation has eased to a year low of 38%. The West African nation has also reached a staff-level agreement on the first review of a $3 billion loan programme paving the way for a disbursement of $600 million. Leeuwner Esterhuysen, Economist at Oxford Economics Africa joined Business Day TV with his outlook on Ghana's economy

The Public Protector House in Pretoria, marked by remnants of Busisiwe Mkhwebane's controversial tenure, reflects a tumultuous past. As Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka steps in, questions arise about her alignment with predecessors Thuli Madonsela or Mkhwebane. The youngest in the position, Gcaleka faces scrutiny over her political journey and proposed office reforms. Natasha Marrian from Financial Mail...

Tough trading conditions and an underwhelming Chinese recovery have weighed on Sappi. In this environment the paper and packaging group posted a near 62% decline in headline earnings per share but its maintained its dividend at 15 cents. Business Day TV unpacked the results in greater detail with company's CEO, Steve Binnie.

Monetary policy has tuned investor sentiment, leading to various sharp movements in ETF and the bond markets. Business Day TV spoke to Kelin Pottier, Solution Strategist at 10X Investments, for more detail on the investment trends being observed.

Lesaka Technologies has delivered an improved first quarter performance. The firm has posted a 19% rise in revenue and managed to narrow its net loss by 42% to R105 million. This was boosted by its fintech business. Business Day TV spoke to CEO Chris Meyer for more insight.

MTN is planning to leave Afghanistan by the end of the year as part of its larger strategy to withdraw from the Middle East area, which includes countries like Syria, Yemen, and Iran. Afghanistan represented 2% of MTN's customer base, and there are ongoing discussions regarding the possibility of exiting smaller operations in West Africa. Business Day TV spoke to Business Day's Technology Correspo...

As the world’s second most populous continent, Africa’s adoption of digital technologies has been hailed as robust with the potential to drive economic growth and sustainability. Business Day TV spoke to Ciara McDonald Hefferman, Conference Producer for the Africa Tech Festival for more insight into tech’s role in driving sustainability in Africa.

Public hearings on the NHI Bill have been concluded. Medical aid schemes are still unhappy about Section 33 of the legislation which excludes the schemes. Business Day TV spoke to Alex van den Heever, Health Care Governance Expert from Wits University for his take on Section 33 of the Bill.

The rand has remained steady and hit a three-month high in November, as investors turned back to riskier assets after the Fed kept rates unchanged. Business Day TV unpacked the moves playing out in the currency scene with RMB's Forex sales trader, Keenan Moses.

According to the World Gold Council, gold demand has reached a new record in the third quarter, largely driven by central bank buying. John Reade, the World Gold Council’s Chief Market Strategist joined Business Day TV with more detail on the findings of the third quarter gold trends demand report.

The ANC is contemplating a significant shift in how local government operates, moving towards a more collaborative leadership approach. This decision coincides with the ANC's intention to end its partnership with the EFF, which has sparked worries among both investors and opposition party members. Business Day TV unpacked this political landscape in greater detail with Financial Mail's Natasha Mar...

Business Day TV has been keeping track of the 20th US-SSA Agoa Forum. Philip Myburgh, Head of Trade, Business and Commercial Banking joined the channel with insight into the themes dominating conversations to fast-track trade between the regions.

The Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement has shed light on the critical fiscal challenges facing South Africa and the latest budget data paints a grim picture, due to a significant underperformance in revenue collections and soaring expenditure projections for 2023/24. Business Day TV unpacked the fiscal issues, and analysed their potential impact on South Africa's economic future with Gina Schoema...

Karpowership SA has received environmental authorisation from South Africa's government to proceed with plans to moor floating gas power ships in the port of Richards Bay. The approval means the firm can kick-start the process of providing the economy with 1.2 gigawatts of much-needed electricity. Business Day TV spoke to Zeynep Harezi, COO of Karpowership for more detail.