We continue our series on the G20 with Lerato Tsebe, looking at how South Africa uses this opportunity of being at the helm for 2025.

Guest (WhatsApp):  Lerato Tsebe - Independent African Researcher

As we conclude the Nedbank MoneyMatters campaign, we talk about insurance in the digital age and have an educational discussion on how these new platforms can deliver services at a time of need. The insurance industry in South Africa is transitioning their insurance products online to meet the needs of their consumers and make claims more seamlessly when life happens. To share their insights, we are joined by....

Guest (Telephone): Christine Densley - Head of Self-Service at Nedbank Insurance.

The humanitarian situation in Gaza is said to be getting worse as thousands are reported to be starving. US President Donald Trump described the situation as real starvation. He called on Israel to allow every ounce of food into Gaza as he is under pressure to intervene. Let us listen to the latest from Gaza in a report filed by Jeremy Bowen aboard a Jordanian royal airforce plane dropping aid as international news organizations and journalists are not allowed into Gaza…

Guest(Gaza): Aya El Mashharawi - Academic lecturer in the Gaza Strip

Guest (SA): Suhail Wadee - Director at Ashraful Aid

Today being the last Tuesday of the month, Bryan deals with all the questions of a similar nature that he has received throughout the month. He will answer them one at a time while taking some of the other questions you may have for today.

1. What is AGOA all about and who benefits?
2. How will it affect us if it is not renewed?
3. Please explain what the balance of trade is.
4. How will tariffs hurt South Africa?
5. What is the difference between savings and investments?
6. Why is it important for both spouses to fully understand financial planning.
7. How do you compare the different banks interest rates?

Guest (Studio): Bryan Hirsch, Chairperson of Bryan Hirsch, Colley & Associates (Pty) Limited (www.bhca.co.za)

Last week retired Chief Justice Raymond Zondo was addressing the National Anti-Corruption Conference which was set up by the South African Council of Churches were he said that the country has been fighting corruption for more than 30 years, with no luck. One of the saddest things he said is instead of corruption decreasing, it has increased since 1994. He pointed the finger at politicians and how they have been using their powers to enable their corrupt activities. 

Guest (Telephone): Mavuso Msimang - Deputy President, ANC veteran league 

Guest (Telephone): Karam Singh - Consultant at Corruption Watch

Guest (Telephone): Linda Maqoma - Past President of ABASA and Current Vice President for Professionals at the Black Business Council

We turn our attention to a deeply disturbing and heartbreaking issue—maternal filicide. That’s the act of a mother killing her own child. When it does happen, it brings the public outrage and raises complex questions: What drives a mother to such an unimaginable act? What social, psychological, or economic pressures might be at play? Are we, as a society, doing enough to notice the warning signs before it's too late?

In South Africa, several high-profile cases have forced this issue into the spotlight. In the latest  incident of maternal filicide, the bail application for Tiffany Meek, mother of the late Jayden Lee Meek, continues at the  Roodepoort Magistrate Court. Behind every headline is a story of despair, silence, and often, systemic failure: whether in mental healthcare, poverty relief, gender-based violence support, or family services. But beyond the horror lies the need for deeper understanding and accountability. Today, we ask our next guests: What can we learn from these tragedies? And more importantly, what must change to prevent them? To share their insights, we are joined by…

Guest (Zoom): Dr Gadija Khan - Senior Research Specialist in the Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES), research division at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC)

Guest (Zoom): Magda Reynolds  - National Business and Development Manager at the National Institute for Crime Prevention and the Reintegration of Offenders (NICRO)

Guest (Telephone): Chad Thomas - Chief Executive Officer of IRS Forensic Investigations

 South Africa is facing a crisis in childhood play. Kids are moving less, playing less, and spending an average of 4.5 hours a day on screens. As a result, children's mental health challenges are on the rise, with the rise of anxiety, isolation, and sleep issues leading the charge. Research indicates that just 15 minutes of unstructured play each day can enhance emotional resilience, brain development, and parent-child bonding. More than just fun, play is now recognised as a key driver of emotional resilience, cognitive development, creativity and connection, and it's time we gave it the attention it deserves. While the public holidays may have come to an end, our next guests share the importance of play, how to get families moving again and how we navigate the challenges in finding safe places for children to play. We are joined by…

Guest (Telephone): Cayleigh Rice - Paediatric Occupational Therapist (She can speak to the importance of play a child’s development)

Guest (Telephone): Mbali Mashaba - Registered Counsellor (She can speak to the role of play in helping children develop emotional resilience)

Guest (Telephone):  Catherine Jacoby - Marketing Manager at Toys R Us (She leads National Day of Play initiative)

Our next guest is a third-generation lap steel and pedal steel guitarist. He is best known for his unique blend of blues, rock, funk, and gospel music. Based in the United States, he comes from a family with a rich musical heritage rooted in the "Sacred Steel" tradition. He's known for his "singing guitar" style, which has gained him viral recognition. He has worked alongside The Allman Brothers Band, Derek Trucks, and Zac Brown. His growing fanbase also includes international celebrities such as Usher, Erykah Badu and Chaka Khan who have shared his work on their platforms. This October, he will be performing in South Africa alongside Brian Temba and Brenda Mntambo. To share his journey and creative process, we are joined by….

Guest: Aubrey Ghent Jr. - Multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, and producer

Action by small businesses matters in creating big change – in a non-disruptive way. Small and medium-sized enterprises make up 90% of all companies worldwide, and are key to creating a stronger and more resilient global trading system. The first-ever Global SME Ministerial seeks to bring countries together to develop solutions that will take place at the grassroots level of small businesses.

The SME Ministerial Meeting 2025 arrives at a pivotal moment. This year South Africa holds the presidency of the Group of 20 leading economies. That highlights the importance of holding this meeting to show how small businesses drive growth within national economies.

By sharing success stories, lessons learned, and best practices, the meeting will strengthen global efforts to grow small businesses through trade. This is a unique opportunity to showcase innovations, engage in crucial policy discussions, and build partnerships.