The Best of the Money Show
The Money Show is a podcast hosted by journalist and radio presenter Stephen Grootes. It explores economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features conversations with newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians. The show airs live on 702 and CapeTalk in South Africa.
Episodes
Green Economy: The wind farm driving grid innovation
Stephen Grootes speaks to Mark Tanton, CEO of Red Cap Energy, about how the Impofu Wind Farm cluster is helping to scale South Africa’s private grid infrastructure and unlocking renewable energy generation through privately built transmission lines. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, b
Business as a Force for Good: Can SA boards turn sustainability conviction into results?
Stephen Grootes to Nick Rockey, Co-founder and Managing Director of Trialogue, about the launch of the company's inaugural Sustainable Business Tracker, produced in partnership with the JSE, IoDSA and NBI, which measures how deeply South African companies are embedding sustainability into strategy, governance and performance rather than just reporting on it. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by w
How SA home loans is unlocking homeownership in SA
Stephen Grootes speaks to Rob Kelso, CEO of SA Home loans, about how SA Home Loans is helping more South Africans unlock homeownership through competitive home finance solutions, specialist guidance, and a client-first approach. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, inves
Sasol delivers stronger FY2026 results, cuts net debt to $3.3bn
Stephen Grootes speaks to Sasol CFO Walt Bruns, about the group’s FY2026 results, with adjusted EBITDA rising 17% to R61 billion, earnings per share up 79% to R18.99 and net debt falling 11% to US$3.3 billion. The stronger performance was supported by improved production, higher oil prices, stronger refining margins and continued cost discipline, while capital expenditure fell 18% to R21 bil
Market commentary with Marco Efstathiou, Absa CIB: 1st September2026
Stephen Grootes and Marco Efstathiou, Head of Global Markets Institutional Relationship at ABSA CIB, about top business and financial news of the day. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features e
Sibanye-Stillwater posts R18.8bn profit as PGM, gold prices surge
Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Richard Stewart, CEO of Sibanye-Stillwater, about the group's latest results, which come as stronger gold and platinum-group metal prices, stable operational delivery and disciplined capital allocation bolster earnings and cash generation. Sibanye reported a 111% surge in first-half adjusted EBITDA to R31.8 billion, alongside a 20% reduction in gross debt and a 2
Shoprite’s growth drive and Vida deal
Stephen Grootes speaks to Shoprite CEO Pieter Engelbrecht about the retailer’s strong full-year results, which saw sales, earnings and dividends rise, driven by growth across its supermarket brands, the rapid expansion of Sixty60, strategic acquisitions, and continued investment in customer value, job creation and shareholder returns. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journali
How I Make My Money: Reflecting on a career in security and policy with Jakkie Cilliers
Stephen Grootes speaks to Jakkie Cilliers, founder and former Executive Director of the Institute for Security Studies, about Africa’s evolving security landscape, the continent’s future prospects, and the key trends shaping peace, governance and development. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest ec
Business Book Review: The Executive Condition by Dr Denis Cronson
Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Denis Cronson, physician turned executive health strategist and author of The Executive Condition, about the hidden cost of the “always-on” culture in leadership. Cronson argues that executives can become “performance martyrs”, sacrificing their biology in pursuit of results and mistaking exhaustion and constant availability for commitment. The
Bidvest profits gain momentum
Stephen Grootes speaks to Bidvest Group CEO Mpumi Madisa about the company’s full-year results, which saw trading profit rise 8%, strong cash generation, improved returns, and continued momentum across all divisions despite a challenging operating environment. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economi
RCL Foods hit by sugar, pet food woes
Stephen Grootes speaks to RCL FOODS CEO Paul Cruickshank about the group’s weaker annual results, the impact of deep-sea sugar imports and pet food production disruptions on earnings, and why the company remains confident about its long-term growth strategy. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trend
Tougher car safety rules coming for SA: What motorists need to know
Stephen Grootes speaks to Bobby Ramagwede, CEO of the Automobile Association of South Africa, about proposed new minimum safety standards for passenger cars sold in South Africa. The draft regulations would make airbags for all occupants, side-impact protection and electronic stability control compulsory across all vehicle models and specification levels, with manufacturers given six months to com
Market commentary with Gustav Schulenburg: 31st August 2026
Gustav Schulenburg, portfolio manager at Old Mutual Investment Group joins Stephen Grootes to analyse the biggest stories on the markets. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversatio
SA sugar growers welcome $785/t import duty hike but say more may be needed
Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Thomas Funke, CEO of SA Canegrowers about the International Trade Administration Commission’s decision to raise the dollar-based reference price for sugar imports from $680 a tonne to $785 a tonne. The industry body welcomed the increase but warned it may not go far enough, as subsidised sugar imports have surged more than 70-fold to 124,594 tonnes in the first s
Profits up at Eskom
Stephen Grootes speaks to Eskom chief executive officer Dan Morokane, about the power utility's improving financial health, the financial and operational turnaround behind the results, and how Eskom plans to balance energy security, affordability and future investment. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic
The Best of the Money Show: Pay transparency & SA's digital shift with Arthur Goldstruck
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Arthur Goldstuck about South Africa’s digital revolution, Wendy Knowler about a consumer victory over counterfeit goods, Lindiwe Sebesho about pay transparency and fairness in the workplace, and Professor Linda Meyer about leadership and the future of higher education. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes.
Friday File: SA20’s R6.5bn Boost to the Economy
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Betway SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith, about the tournament’s growing economic impact, which generated R6.5 billion in GDP contribution and supported nearly 9,500 jobs across South Africa during its record-breaking fourth season. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic t
Market commentary with Zwelakhe Mnguni: 28th August 2026
Zwelakhe Mnguni, CIO at Benguela Global Fund Managers, joins host Motheo Khoaripe to analyse the day's market fluctuations and delve into the latest developments in business and finance. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance
Stadio reports 13% revenue growth as student base surges
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Ishak Kula, CFO at Stadio Holdings, about the group’s latest results, with revenue up 13% to R1.08 billion and student numbers growing 10% to 56,171. Core headline earnings increased 18%, profit rose 14% to R209.2 million and cash generation climbed 13% to R416 million, while the group continues investing in new campuses and targeting 80,000 students by 2030. The Mo
Rainbow flies high on strong results
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Marthinus Stander, CEO of Rainbow Chicken, about the poultry producer’s exceptional full-year performance, which saw headline earnings surge more than 130%, EBITDA double to over R2.1 billion, and the declaration of both a final and special dividend, as lower feed costs, higher chicken sales volumes, firmer pricing and improved operational efficiencies drove a sharp
Investment School: Dividend Yield vs Dividend Payout: What the difference means for your investment returns
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Grant Nader, Portfolio Manager at Benguela Global Fund Managers, and Gary Booysen, Portfolio Manager and Director at Rand Swiss, about the difference between dividend yield and dividend payout ratio and what these measures tell investors about an income stock. A high dividend yield can provide attractive income, but it does not necessarily mean the dividend is sustainable
Small Business Focus: Balancing Growth and Business Survival
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Jeremy Lang, Managing Director of Business Partners, about why more South African SMEs are prioritising steady, sustainable growth over aggressive expansion, and how business owners can balance ambition with financial discipline, operational readiness and long-term success. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Groot
Tech Thursday: Meta’s child-safety push and Tesla’s Robotaxi expansion
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Siphumelele Zondi, tech expert, about Meta’s latest child-safety measures following its settlement of up to $16.68 billion with US states over allegations that Facebook and Instagram contributed to social media addiction among children and teens. They also look at Tesla’s expanding unsupervised Robotaxi service, with operating hours extended to 6am&n
Truworths reports softer sales as consumers tighten their spending
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Michael Mark, CEO of Truworths International about the retailer’s annual results for the 52 weeks ended 28 June 2026. Truworths reported a 0.9% decline in retail sales to R21.8 billion, while headline earnings per share fell to 732.2 cents and cash generated from operations declined to R4.2 billion. The group also bought back 17.1 million shares for R949 million and
SAB on the future of alcohol excise duties
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Fatsani Banda, SAB’s Manager for Excise and Public Policy, about what the alcohol industry hopes to see from the next phase of National Treasury’s excise policy consultations, the need for a predictable, inflation-linked tax framework, and the growing threat illicit alcohol poses to the legal market and government revenue. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by
IDC targets jobs, growth and industrialisation
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to IDC CEO Mmakgoshi Lekhethe about the institution’s R4.65 billion loss for the 2025/26 financial year, the factors behind the sharp reversal from profit, and what it means for the IDC’s investment, job creation and industrial development mandate. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the la
Markets commentary with Graeme Korner: 27th August 2026
Graeme Korner from the Korner Perspective joins Motheo Khoaripe to analyse the biggest stories on the markets. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmaker
SA aviation faces a jet-fuel test as Natref supply is curtailed
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to aviation analyst Dr Guy Leitch about South Africa’s dependence on Sasol’s Natref refinery for jet-fuel supplies at OR Tambo International Airport, the impact of the latest unplanned outage on airlines and how long the local aviation industry can maintain operations using alternative supplies, fuel tankering and contingency measures. The Money Show is a podcast
Shapeshifter: Professor Linda Meyer on leadership, education and the future of work
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Professor Linda Meyer, Managing Director of Rosebank International Group, about her more than three decades in higher education and public service, the experiences that shaped her leadership, the lessons she has learnt from navigating senior roles across business, government and academia, and the changing role of higher education in preparing people for a shifting economy
Business Unusual: Pay transparency is here — but do workers understand it?
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Lindiwe Sebesho, MD of Remchannel, about South Africa’s shift towards greater pay transparency and why simply publishing salary and pay-gap figures is not enough to create greater fairness in the workplace. With new Companies Act requirements bringing prescribed pay-gap disclosures into the spotlight, Sebesho argues that employees, managers, boards and shareholders
Consumer Ninja: Counterfeit con – a consumer victory
Motheo Khoaripe, standing in for Stephen Grootes, speaks to Consumer Ninja and journalist Wendy Knowler, about a Durban man's fight for a refund after unknowingly buying a counterfeit branded pocket knife from Cash Converters. They unpack how the retailer's outstanding response turned a consumer complaint into a lesson on the growing challenge of detecting sophisticated fakes. The Money Show is a
Bidcorp returns R5.2bn to shareholders
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Bernard Berson, CEO of Bidcorp, about the group's resilient full-year performance, strong international growth, margin improvements, shareholder returns, and its outlook for continued constant currency growth in FY2027 despite ongoing global economic and geopolitical uncertainty. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen
Blu Label focuses on growth after Cell C separation
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Blu Label CEO Brett Levy about the group’s first full year following the Cell C listing, with normalised revenue of R9.44 billion, EBITDA of R923 million and headline earnings of R681 million. The separation of Cell C simplifies Blu Label’s balance sheet and leaves the group focused on its cash-generative platforms, including distribution and payments, digital
Market commentary with Viv Govender, Rand Swiss: 26th August 2026
Viv Govender, Portfolio Manager at Rand Swiss and Motheo Khoaripe analyse top business and company stories of the day, as well as international and local markets.GUEST: Viv Govender, Portfolio Manager at Rand Swiss The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportun
Meta to pay $16.7bn over social media addiction case
Mothoe Khoaripe speaks to Jan Vermeulen, Editor at MyBroadband, about Meta’s $16.7 billion settlement with a coalition of US states over allegations that Facebook and Instagram contributed to harm among children and teenagers. The settlement requires Meta to introduce tighter protections for younger users, including daily usage limits, nighttime blocks, stronger age verification and addition
What's driving oxtail costs up?
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Paul Matthew, CEO of the Association of Meat Importers and Exporters (AMIE), about the sharp rise in oxtail prices, the impact of restrictions on Argentine imports, and AMIE's call for the Department of Agriculture to provide the scientific basis for the revised import requirements. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen G
Personal Finance: Two-pot turns two: What we have learned and what to do next
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Warren Ingram, Co-founder of Galileo Capital, about what two years of the two-pot retirement system have taught South Africans, why regular withdrawals may be doing more harm than good, and how to make smarter decisions with retirement savings for the long term. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores t
Green Economy: How can private capital help finance the energy infrastructure needed to secure SA's energy future
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Vincenzia Leitich, Executive Vice President: Power & Renewables, Client Coverage at Standard Bank CIB, about the R2.23 trillion investment South Africa requires under the IRP 2025 to support more than 105GW of new non-coal generation capacity by 2039, with private capital expected to play a critical role in funding the transmission lines, substations, battery storage
Africa Business Focus: Namibia terminates $2.4 million AI crop monitoring contract with US firm.
Prof. Rutendo Hwindingwi, the founding director of Tribe Africa advisory and author of Rumble in the Jungle Reloaded and Motheo Khoaripe look at top business news around the continent. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance s
Transnet offloads landmark assets
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Prof. Jan Havenga, Logistics Professor at Stellenbosch University & Director Of Gain Group, about the significance of disposing of 15 non-core properties, a move aimed at raising capital, unlocking value from underutilised assets, and attracting investment that could help drive urban regeneration and support Transnet's core rail and port operations. The Money Show is
Why unpaid university fees are keeping graduates out of work
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to UFS Chancellor Bonang Mohale, about how unpaid university fees are preventing thousands of academically qualified graduates from entering the workforce. With tens of thousands of certificates being withheld over outstanding balances, graduates who have completed all their academic requirements can still be blocked from employment, professional registration and further stu
Market commentary with Anthony Modisane at ABSA CIB: 25th August 2026
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Anthony Modisane, Senior Equity Sales Trader, Absa CIB about top business and financial news of the day. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversation
MTN delivers strong H1 growth as South Africa remains under pressure
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita about the company’s strong first-half performance, with service revenue rising 17.5% to R115.3 billion, adjusted headline earnings per share up 21.3% and EBITDA increasing 24.4%. The results show strong growth across Nigeria, Ghana and Uganda, while MTN South Africa grows just 1.5% as the group works to reset its prepaid business. The Mone
JHB unpaid municipal bills have ballooned from R15bn to nearly R72bn over the past decade.
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Ann Bernstein, CDE executive director, about Johannesburg’s R72 billion in unpaid bills, up from R15 billion a decade ago, and the “debt doom loop” created by weak revenue collection, rising tariffs and declining ability to pay. The city’s working-age population has grown by more than 767 000 over the past decade, but only 30 000 jobs have been add
How I Make My Money: Inside South Africa's digital revolution with Arthur Goldstuck
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Arthur Goldstuck, founder of World Wide Worx,about his path from journalist and author to becoming South Africa’s most recognised voice on internet and technology trends, and how he built World Wide Worx into a leading digital research company. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the late
Salga turns to consultants to tackle municipal revenue leakages
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Wayne Duvenage, CEO of OUTA, about Salga’s move to bring in consultants to tackle the massive revenue problems facing South Africa’s municipalities. With municipal consumer debt approaching R500 billion, councils are losing billions through electricity and water theft, illegal connections, inaccurate billing and weak collection systems. The Money Show is
Business Book Review: The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI by Cory Doctorow
Mothoe Khoaripe speaks to Bronwyn Williams, trend translator and future finance specialist at Flux Trends, about The Reverse Centaur’s Guide to Life After AI by Cory Doctorow, exploring the book’s arguments about AI hype, its impact on workers, and how people can ensure technology serves human interests rather than the other way around. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by w
Why Zimbabwe matters to SA’s agriculture
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Wandile Sihlobo about the importance of Zimbabwe to South Africa’s agricultural export market and why the neighbouring country deserves the same attention as major trading regions such as the Middle East and BRICS. South Africa exported around $1.2 billion in agricultural products to Zimbabwe in 2025, making it one of the country’s most important export destin
Advtech Lifts Interim Earnings by 16%
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Advtech CEO Geoff Whyte about the group's interim results, which saw headline earnings rise 16%, margins improve to 22%, and strong growth across its schools and tertiary education businesses driven by rising enrolments, operational efficiencies and continued investment in campus expansion and AI-enabled learning. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalis
Market commentary with Arthur Karas, Old Mutual Investment Group: 24th August 2026
Arthur Karas,portfolio manager at MacroSolutions at Old Mutual Investment joins Motheo Khoaripe to analyse the biggest stories on the markets. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conver
SA auto industry faces job losses as local production falls
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Naacam chief operating officer Nduduzo Chala about the growing pressure on South Africa’s automotive components sector, with 7 500 jobs lost and around 15 businesses closing over the past three years. With 63% of Naacam’s members cutting jobs or considering further cuts, weaker vehicle production, lower local content, rising imports and tariff uncertainty are
Mpact cash flow surges despite headwinds
Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Mpact CEO Bruce Strong about the packaging group's improved cash generation and lower debt levels in the first half of 2026, despite ongoing pressure from weak demand, rising input costs and a challenging global paper market. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, busi
The Best of The Money Show: China’s population crisis & SA fraud war
Stephen Grootes spoke to Miyelani Holeni about the business of improving the performance and financial sustainability of South Africa’s public institutions, Graeme Codrington about the economic risks posed by China’s ageing population and falling birth rate, Wendy Knowler about the latest fraud reports revealing billions lost and prevented in financial cri
The Money Show Explainer: Africa’s MVNO market set for fivefold subscriber growth by 2030
Stephen Grootes speaks to Dobek Pater, director of business development at Africa Analysis, about Africa’s emerging MVNO market, with subscriber numbers forecast to rise from 7.9-million in 2025 to 39.6-million by 2030. Only nine of the 54 markets assessed currently have active MVNOs, while South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda are expected to account for 85% of the 2030 subscriber base. T
Friday File: Inside South Africa's Biggest Motoring Festival
Stephen Grootes speaks to SA motoring personality, Jacob Moshokoa about this year's event at Kyalami, where motoring enthusiasts can experience more than 100 exhibitors, over 10,000 test drives, thrilling track experiences, family entertainment, and exclusive VIP hot-lap sessions in high-performance vehicles. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen
Market commentary with Matete Thulare, Investec Treasury Sales and Solutions: 21st August 2026
Stephen Grootes speaks to Matete Thulare, from Investec Treasury Sales and Solutions about top business and financial news of the day. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations
Cell C grows subscribers, cuts debt and targets FY27 growth
Stephen Grootes speaks to Cell C CFO El Kope about the company’s first full year as a listed business, as Cell C adds 1.3-million subscribers and cuts net debt by 64% to R2.02-billion. Service revenue rises 6% to R11.64-billion, while wholesale service revenue grows 20% to R1.76-billion. With the balance sheet reset, CEC integration complete and Cell C gaining ground in prepaid and the MVNO
Investment School: Can investing ever be truly ethical and systematic at the same time?
Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr William Wright, Lead Data Scientist at Differential Capital and Sifiso Skenjana, Managing Director of ESG Analytics about how quantitative investing is reshaping ESG and responsible investing, the challenges of translating ethical considerations into investment models, the reliability of ESG data and ratings, and whether incorporating environmental, social, and governa
Small Business Focus: Why customers buy once and never come back
Stephen Grootes speaks to Bulelani Balabala, Business Speaker, Media Contributor and Township Entrepreneur at TEA, about why winning a customer is only the beginning; and what small businesses can do to improve customer service, maintain quality, create great experiences, and turn first-time buyers into loyal repeat customers. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio p
Tech Thursday: Robots, Gemini and the future of learning
Stephen Grootes speaks to Siphumelele Zondi, tech expert, about the growing role of AI in the classroom, from Google's free one-year Gemini subscriptions for students to South African schools piloting humanoid robot teaching assistants, and what it could mean for the future of learning. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He
Phase 3 of government-business partnership: What changes this time?
Stephen speaks to Martin Kingston, Chairperson of the B4SA Steering Committee, about the launch of Phase 3 of the Government Business Partnership. With the first two phases focused on electricity, logistics, crime and corruption, the next phase shifts the emphasis towards investment, job creation and economic growth. The key question is whether this deeper government-business collaboration can tra
Markets commentary with Alyssa Viljoen Managing Director: 20th August 2026
Alyssa Viljoen Managing Director, Merchant West Investments and Stephen Grootes analyse top business news of the day as well as global and local financial markets. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episo
Spur delivers strong results as sister brands grow
Stephen Grootes speaks to Spur Corporation CEO Val Nichas about the group’s strong trading performance, plans to expand its restaurant footprint across Africa, and how it is navigating a tough consumer environment while growing sales and dividends. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, busines
Exxaro delivers resilient performance
Stephen Grootes speaks to Exxaro CEO Ben Magara about the miner’s resilient interim performance, driven by strong safety results, solid coal and energy operations, disciplined strategy execution, and continued progress in diversifying earnings and advancing its decarbonisation goals. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores
Shapeshifter: Nomvuyiso Batyi on leadership, public service and South Africa’s digital future
Stephen Grootes speaks to Nomvuyiso Batyi, CEO of the Association of Comms and Technology, about a career that spans regulation, policy, broadcasting, government and the transformation of South Africa’s ICT sector. From starting out at the Competition Commission and serving on the ICASA Council to leading major government restructuring, the 4IR programme and the communications sector’s
Consumer Ninja: Inside SA’s R10bn fraud battle
Stephen Grootes speaks to Consumer Ninja and journalist Wendy Knowler about what two new fraud reports reveal about the scale of financial crime in South Africa, with R2.41 billion lost to digital banking fraud in 2025 and a further R7.44 billion worth of fraud prevented before funds could be stolen. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes.
Business Unusual: China’s demographic time bomb
Stephen Grootes speaks to Graeme Codrington, lead researcher at the TomorrowToday Futures Institute, about why China’s rapidly ageing population and declining birth rate could have far-reaching consequences for the global economy, workforce, and future demographic trends. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores t
Food inflation hits record low as citrus exports advance
Stephen Grootes speaks to Thabile Nkunjana, Agricultural Economist, about South Africa’s record-low food inflation driven by a bumper agricultural harvest, and the opportunities and challenges facing citrus exports to India following improved market access conditions. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest econ
SA inflation cools as rate decision approaches
Stephen Grootes speaks to Kevin Lings, Stanlib Chief Economist about South Africa’s latest inflation data, with annual inflation easing to 4.3% in July from 5% in June and coming in below expectations. The softer reading strengthens the case for the South African Reserve Bank to keep interest rates at 7% when it meets in September, giving policymakers more room to assess global risks and the
Market commentary with Chris Steward: 19th August 2026
Chris Steward, Portfolio Manager at Ninety-One and Stephen Grootes analyse top business and company stories of the day, as well as international and local markets. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode fea
Nhlanhla Nene appointed FFC chair to advise on SA’s public finances
Stephen Grootes speaks to Nhlanhla Nene about his appointment as chairperson of the Financial and Fiscal Commission, where he takes on a five-year term advising Parliament, provincial legislatures and local government on financial and fiscal matters. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business de
DRDGOLD delivers strong earnings as Vision 2028 takes shape
Stephen speaks to DRDGOLD CEO Niël Pretorius about a strong FY2026 performance, with operating profit up 83% to R6.5 billion, headline earnings rising 89% to R4.3 billion and free cash flow climbing 85% to R2.3 billion. Gold production reached 4,839kg, while the company remains debt-free with R2.8 billion in cash. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio pre
Personal Finance: How to draw an income from your investments without running out of money
Stephen Grootes speaks to Warren Ingram, Co-founder of Galileo Capital, about one of retirement's biggest challenges: turning a lifetime of savings into a reliable monthly income that could last 30 or even 40 years. Withdraw too much, and you risk running out of money; withdraw too little, and you may deny yourself the retirement you've worked so hard for. Striking the right balance is essential t
Africa Business Focus: Nigerian drone maker raises $52 million as Ghana factory prepares to become Africa’s largest
Prof. Rutendo Hwindingwi, the founding director of Tribe Africa Advisory and author of Rumble in the Jungle Reloaded, and Stephen Grootes look at top business news around the continent. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strate
Green Economy: Who polices environmental approvals?
Stephen Grootes speaks to Tony Carnie, Daily Maverick Investigative journalist, about new government data showing that fewer than 4% of environmental authorisation applications in South Africa were refused over the past two years, raising questions about the effectiveness of the EIA process and proposed reforms to make approvals more flexible. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journ
Joburg Master’s Office remains mired in delays and alleged corruption
Stephen Grootes speaks to GroundUp journalist Seth Thorne about the Johannesburg Master’s Office, where backlogs, delays, unreliable digital systems and allegations of bribery continue to frustrate lawyers and the public six months after the problems were first highlighted. The office has been without a permanent Master since 2024, while 11 posts remain vacant, leaving estates, trusts and in
The fight to save Johannesburg
Stephen Grootes speaks to Ann Bernstein, Executive Director of the Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE), about why fixing Johannesburg must become a national priority, the role of the 2026 local government elections in the city’s recovery, and what it will take to rebuild South Africa’s most important economic hub. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and
Market commentary with Kwena Moloko, Absa CIB: 18 August 2026
Stephen Grootes speaks to Kwena Moloko, equity research, sales, and investment banking, about top business and financial news of the day. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversatio
What the new electricity pricing policy means for SA
Stephen Grootes speaks to Chris Yelland, managing director at EE Business Intelligence and energy expert, about South Africa’s Revised Electricity Pricing Policy and what it could mean for electricity tariffs, consumers and the future structure of the power market. The policy seeks to balance cost-reflective tariffs with affordability, while addressing the changing electricity landscape as p
Absa posts record R12.8bn profit as SA carries the group
Stephen Grootes speaks to Absa Group CEO Kenny Fihla about the bank’s record first-half performance, with headline earnings rising 8% to R12.8 billion. South African operations drive the growth, with earnings up 17% and now contributing 72% of group earnings, while Africa Regions earnings decline 10%. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Gr
