There are growing concerns about global grain prices due to Russia's decision to not renew the Black Sea Grain Deal, which affects grain movement between Ukraine and Russia. Although South Africa has an adequate domestic grain supply, the potential price shocks will impact consumers and the wheat value chain, considering Russia's significant role as a wheat supplier. Monitoring the price reaction and ensuring smooth grain shipments from Russia in the future is crucial to accurately assess the impact on global markets. For more on this Business Day TV spoke to Agbiz's Wandile Sihlobo.

Inflation has eased to 5.4% year-on-year in June from 6.3% previously.

The slowdown was mainly driven by lower food prices during the

period. Inflation is now back within the Sarb's

target range of 3% to 6% for the first time in 14-months. Business Day TV unpacked the print in greater

detail with Azar Jammine, Chief Economist at Econometrix.

Transnet's railway woes are weighing on its operations. The firm has been unable to run at full capacity due to procurement issues with its biggest supplier, China Railway Stock Corporation. Business Day TV caught up with Bonginkosi Mabaso, Chief Commercial Officer at Transnet Freight Rail at the Coal & Energy Transition Day, and asked him to detail what Transnet is doing to try and solve the issues with its coal locomotives.

The imposition of sanctions on Russia may have contributed to the reshaping of the global coal market and provided opportunities for new entrants, but conversations around net zero emissions have triggered a shift towards greener energy solutions. Business Day TV spoke to

Nombasa Tsengwa, CEO of Exxaro, at the Coal & Energy Transition Day about how Exxaro is preparing for the shift away from fossil fuels.

South Africa's central bank is expected to keep rates on hold at its upcoming monetary policy meeting. The bank has raised its benchmark rate by 475 basis points since November 2021, as it has tried to rein in inflation that has been above the 4.5% midpoint of its target range. Business Day TV previewed the MPC decision with RMB Economist Siobhan Redford.

Nigeria has declared a state of emergency to improve food security and supply in the West African nation, amid soaring food prices.

Business Day TV spoke to Samuel Oyekanmi Nairametrics, macro-economic research analyst at Nairametrics for more detail.

The second edition of the Coal & Energy Transition Day has kicked off in Johannesburg, where leaders in that industry discuss issues around South Africa's energy needs. Business Day TV reporter Ntaoleng Lechela attended the event and gave insight into the conversations being had between industry leaders.

The Minister of Electricity, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa has expressed deep worry over delays in the refurbishment of Koeberg, South Africa's only nuclear power station. He says this project involves replacing all the steam generators in two of its units; each of which generates 920MW of electricity. Ramakgopa says these delays could lead to prolonged and increased stages of load shedding until 2024. Business Day TV unpacked this in greater detail with Founder of Africa4Nuclear, Princy Mthombeni.

China's economy grew 6.3% in the second quarter, below economists' expectations of 7.1%. The performance comes as export demand wanes and as downbeat property prices weigh on growth. Business Day TV unpacked the print with Prescient China's Head of Product, Tian Pan.

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