The Money Show

On The Money Show this week, we spoke to Ian Mann, MD of Gateways Business Consultants, who reviewed How to Not Know by Simone Stolzoff; Warren Ingram, financial adviser and co-founder of Galileo Capital, about the common short-term insurance pitfalls facing South Africans; Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler about why some South African cellphone customers face steep bill increases when their contracts...

Ray White speaks to Dr Ernst van Biljon, Head Lecturer, Supply Chain Management, IMM Graduate School about the government's proposed overhaul of South Africa's fuel security strategy, which could introduce mandatory fuel stockholding, emergency supply measures and, in extreme scenarios, fuel rationing. In other interviews, Andrew Fulton, Director at Eighty20 talks about what South Africa's chocola...

Ray White speaks to Takatso Sello, Senior Manager: Manufacturing at Nedbank Business and Commercial Banking, about the latest manufacturing production figures, which show the sector remains under pressure. Manufacturing output fell 4.3% year-on-year in May, weighed down by declines in food and beverages, metals, machinery, and paper products. In other interviews, Gavin Kelly, CEO of the Road...

Ray White speaks to Donald MacKay, Director at XA International Trade Advisors, about the collapse of the fragile truce between the US and Iran and what renewed tensions mean for global trade, supply chains and South Africa's economy. In other interviews,  Nicole Martens, Executive Director at Just Share talks about why unskilled retail workers continue to bear the brunt of low pay in South A...

Ray White speaks to Ali Siddiqi, Chief Financial Officer at ADNOC Distribution, about the company's definitive agreement to acquire Shell Downstream South Africa in a deal valued at approximately $1 billion (R16 billion). The acquisition includes Shell's network of 580 fuel stations, as well as its wholesale fuel, aviation and lubricants businesses, and forms part of ADNOC Distribution's strategy...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) CEO Busisiwe Mavuso after she rejected Eskom Board Chair Mteto Nyati's claims that organised business is guilty of the same political interference it has long criticised. Nyati argues that BLSA and BUSA sought political intervention in Eskom's unbundling process, while Mavuso insists business is simply calling for the government to...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Eskom Chair Mteto Nyathi, about his argument that South Africa’s political and business elite sometimes lack consistent accountability which is essential to restoring public trust and protecting good governance. In other interviews, Stephen Marshall, Race Coast Head of Major Events, Broadcast and Marketing talks about the economic impact of the Durban July happening...

 Stephen Grootes speaks to Miningmx Editor, David McKay about South32’s $4.1 billion sale of its aluminium business to Alcoa, what the deal means for the future of Hillside, and the company’s strategic shift toward copper and other base metals. In other interviews, Advocate John Simpson, the FAIS Ombud, about the growing number of complaints linked to online day trading...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Isaah Mhlanga, Chief Economist and Head of Research at RMB, about the sharp drop in fuel prices driven by lower global oil prices and a stronger rand, what’s behind the improved supply outlook following the US Iran agreement, and what this relief at the pumps means for inflation, consumer finances and the outlook for interest rates. In other interviews, Al...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Nico Marais, CFO of Naspers and Prosus, about the group's record 2026 financial results, driven by strong earnings growth, AI-led innovation and Takealot's first full year of profitability. In other interviews, Mpumi Tyikwe, CEO of Sasria talks about whether South Africa is better prepared to prevent another wave of destructive civil unrest, the lessons learnt from t...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Christina Castle about teaching children to invest, Pieter Groenewald about the rise of influencer marketing, Penelope Meniere about leaders stepping away from management, and Dr William Wright with Kearabilwe Nonyana about how trading execution shapes investment success. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Renai Moothilal, CEO of the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers, about Volkswagen’s potential plan to shut four German factories and cut up to 100,000 jobs, in what could be the biggest restructuring in automotive history, as the company grapples with weak demand and rising competition In other interviews, Farzam Ehsani, co-founder...

Stephen Grootes speaks to African Bank Interim CEO Zweli Manyathi about the lender’s surprise half-year loss of R624 million and the challenges of integrating a string of acquisitions that have yet to deliver the expected returns. With credit impairments rising sharply, costs under pressure and questions around possible job cuts. In other interviews, Ferial Haffajee, Associate Editor, Daily...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Miyelani Holeni, Municipal Governance Expert, about why South Africa’s metros are regressing, with audit outcomes pointing to weak financial discipline and worsening service delivery failures. In other interviews, SARS spokesperson Siphithi Sibeko talks about the Constitutional Court’s landmark ruling on the VAT treatment of gold and why SARS says th...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson about new findings that one in six government tenders were awarded last year, highlighting growing risks to infrastructure investment, including interference from so‑called “business forums.” In other interviews, Koos Blackenberg, farmer and representative of Grain SA from the Cape region talks about...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Stavros Nicolaou, Chairperson of the Pharmaceutical Task Group about the High Court’s interim interdict against iDexis and what it means for the regulation of semaglutide-based weight-loss drugs in South Africa. In other interviews, Khaya Sithole, CA(SA) and Director at Corusca Consulting talks about the Public Investment Corporation’s decision to refer the...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Arthur Goldstuck about how the World Cup is becoming a global tech showcase and how Africa is shaping innovation, to Warren Ingram about whether investors should buy into SpaceX and the risks at high valuations, to Nicole Martens about the rise of shareholder activism in South Africa, and to Andre Visser about how the JSE regulates companies and protects investors. The Mo...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief Economist of Econometrix, about the latest crisis at the PIC, unpacking political infighting between the finance minister and the board.  In other interviews, Dr Mark Nasila, Chief Data Analytics Officer for FirstRand Risk talks about whether the economics of artificial intelligence are about to change. As AI giants continue p...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Peter Hayward-Butt, CEO of Brait, about the group’s latest results and the next stage of its value-unlocking strategy. Brait reported growth in net asset value and earnings, supported by strong performances from Virgin Active, Premier and New Look.  In other interviews, Charles de Wet, Tax Executive at ENSafrica talks about whether South Africa’s tax rule...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Peter Hayward-Butt, CEO of Brait, about the group’s latest results and the next stage of its value-unlocking strategy. Brait reported growth in net asset value and earnings, supported by strong performances from Virgin Active, Premier and New Look. The company has also launched a R2.5 billion rights offer aimed at eliminating legacy debt and strengthening Virgin Act...

Stephen Grootes speaks to David Jarvis, Acting Chief Operating Officer at the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), about the landmark agreement between the IDC, Vision Group and the business rescue practitioners of Tongaat Hulett that paves the way for Tongaat Hulett to exit business rescue, averts a looming liquidation application and aims to protect an estimated 250,000 jobs across the suga...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Andre Cilliers, Currency Risk Specialist and Director at TreasuryONE about the outlook for gold as central banks around the world continue to increase their exposure to the precious metal. Despite a recent pullback in prices, new research from the World Gold Council shows a record number of central banks plan to add to their gold reserves over the next year, In other inte...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Peter Armitage, CEO of Anchor Capital about the U.S.-Iran deal to end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the impact on global oil prices and markets, and the uncertain path ahead for Iran’s nuclear programme and regional stability. In other interviews, Chris Yelland, managing director at EE Business Intelligence and energy expert talks about how rising curtailmen...

Stephen speaks to David Dickens about how direct marketing has evolved in the digital age; Warren Ingram on why South Africans should understand and improve their credit scores; Prof. Rutendo Hwindingwi on key business developments across Africa; and Motheo speaks to Zinhle Tyikwe about her leadership journey and the role of the Consumer Goods Council in South Africa’s retail sector. The Mon...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Charles Savage, CEO at Purple Group Limited, about SpaceX’s record-breaking IPO, soaring demand from investors, and how, even amid oil shocks, stagflation risks and global tension, the builders like Elon Musk and Taddy Blecher continue to shape the future by building through the noise. In other interviews, Andre Wills, Managing Director at Africa Analysis   tal...