The Money Show

Stephen Grootes speaks to Simon Baloyi, CEO of SASOL, to dissect the company's financial performance, notably a staggering R56.7 billion impairment loss, and explores SASOL's revamped strategy aimed at bolstering its gas sector and restoring profitability.

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Stephen Grootes engages in a insightful conversation with Deon Raju, Financial Director at Absa Group, and Hlelo Giyose, Chief Investment Officer at First Avenue Investment Management, to unpack Absa's unexpected decision to oust its CEO. 

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Mesela Nhlapo, CEO of the African Rail Industry Association, to discuss the groundbreaking move allowing private rail operators to access the network by October, set to revolutionize South Africa's rail industry and significantly enhance transportation efficiency.

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Watching the markets, Stephen Grootes speaks to Standard Bank Group CEO Sim Tshabalala diving into the bank's half-year results, discussing highlights, challenges, and future outlook. 

Exxaro CEO Dr. Nombasa Tsengwa shares strategies for navigating interim results and driving future growth.And in other news, Mark Barnes, Purple Group CEO and former SA Post Office CEO, reveals the secret sauce for thriving metros and communities, pinpointing the essential elements that drive success and prosperity in local governance and development. 

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Stephen Grootes engages in a crucial conversation with Khulekani Mathe, CEO designate of Business Unity South Africa (BUSA), to delve into the complexities surrounding the Presidential Health Compact.

They discuss the challenges ahead and the high stakes for South Africa's healthcare system, exploring the implications for businesses, citizens, and the nation's well-being.  In other interviews Stephen Grootes speaks to Funeka Montjane, Standard Bank's trailblazing CEO, delving into her inspiring journey, industry insights, and leadership secrets in a captivating conversation.

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr. Iraj Abedian, CEO of Pan-African Investments and Research Services to discuss the critical relationship between business lobby groups and government, and its impact on South Africa's economic prospects.

Financial ripple effects of City of Joburg’s leadership instability - Stephen Grootes speaks to Kagiso 'TK' Pooe, Wits School of Governance, about the financial fallout of Johannesburg's leadership instability. How will it impact the city's fiscal health, investor confidence, and the economy?

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Stephen Grootes speaks to  Busisiwe Mavuso, CEO of Business Leadership South Africa & Ntando Thukwana from Bloomberg to analyse President Ramaphosa's recent address to the South Africa's business community. In other interviews on tonight's show, Stephen looks at how municipalities struggle to pay staff, and whether the subscription economy has gotten out of hand. 

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Etienne Vlok, Sactwu National Industrial Policy Officer about tax authorities' newly introduced measures aimed at low-cost e-commerce clothing importers like Shein & Temu. 

In an interview with Hywel George, Director of Investments at Old Mutual Investment Group, Stephen Grootes explores the possibility of an impending recession as well as noteworthy US data demonstrating how quickly a "sneeze can spread a cold" around the world.  And more…

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Stephen Grootes talks with analyst and shareholder activist Dave Woollan about Tongaat Hulett's shareholders' rejection of a plan to convert the company's debt into equity, which would have drastically reduced their ownership stake. 

Hilary Joffe, columnist and editor-at-large at Business Day with Stephen Grootes discuss how South Africa's banking regulator is considering extending the number of "tiers" for commercial banking licenses. And more…

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This evening on the money show, Consumer Goods & Services Ombudsman Mr. Lee Soobrathi, speak about how South African consumer law is out of date and falls short in addressing modern e-commerce issues, especially when it comes to policing and monitoring foreign sellers. Paul Makube, Senior Agricultural Economist at FNB explained the implications of Botswana has implemented another restriction on agricultural imports from South Africa, specifically targeting oranges. And more.

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