The Global South Post

In this episode of North Coast Radio 104.0mhz Current Affairs producer, Lwazi Manqele speaks with Professor Liu Baocheng who is the Director of the Center for International Business Ethics at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing. The conversation explores China’s new zero-tariff trade policy for African exports and what it could mean for South African investors, entrep...

In a must-listen interview with Lwazi Manqele on North Coast Radio 104.0MHz, James Noble, Executive Retail, Wholesale & Franchising at Absa Bank, breaks down why franchises are a smart bet for entrepreneurs. Franchising offers a "big brother" support system—you're in business for yourself, but NOT by yourself. Banks like Absa love it: lower risk than startups, thanks to franchisor training and...

In this eye-opening interview, FASA CEO Fred Makgato reveals how South Africa's R1 trillion franchising sector is quietly tackling the 32% unemployment crisis. From township takeovers via Ekurhuleni's 10-point plan to Absa's "Bank of the Entrepreneur" toolkit, discover proven strategies for scalable jobs, inclusive growth, and entrepreneur success. Tune in for actionable insights ahead of the 19 F...

China’s rural revitalization offers powerful lessons for South Africa. This interview with Dr Zhou Mi examines trade, ports, agriculture, and development in the Global South.

Discover how China's vocational blueprint—apprenticeships, Luban Workshops, tripartite contracts, and green tech training—aligns with G20 Johannesburg 2025 youth skills priorities, Africa Skills Multiplier for 1 million trainers, and inclusive growth from the historic African summit. In this exclusive interview, North Coast Radio's Lwazi Manqele hosts Professor Liu Baocheng (Center for Internation...