Business Day Spotlight
Business Day Spotlight examines the biggest business stories of the week, taking listeners inside key events and the decisions made at the top. It explores how those developments affect companies, markets and ordinary people, with a focus on South African business and economic news. The show is produced by Arena Holdings and features analysis, interviews and views on money, entrepreneurship and corporate life.
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Plentify’s growth strategy in South Africa’s competitive energy market
Plentify’s growth strategy in South Africa’s competitive energy market is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by the team from Plentify: Jon Kornik, co-founder and CEO, and Kailas Nair, co-founder and chief growth officer.
Through the discussion, the founders highlight the company’s funding journey; current trading activities; importance of part
Absa’s push to fight fraud and scams through governance, risk and compliance
The place of governance, risk and compliance in reducing bank related fraud is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by the team from Absa: Fatima Newman, chief compliance officer, and Prabashni Naidoo, group chief governance officer.
Through the discussion, the bankers outline the rigour that tech systems go through before being rolled out; advanc
Markus Thill details Bosch’s 60 years in SA
Bosch’s six decade journey in South Africa is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Markus Thill, president of Bosch Africa.
Topics of discussion include: Bosch’s strategy in SA; areas of focus; economic outlook; technology trends that the company is looking to capitalise on.
Producer: Bulelani Nonyukela
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Markus Thill details Bosch’s 60 years in SA
Bosch’s six decade journey in South Africa is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Markus Thill, president of Bosch Africa.
Topics of discussion include: Bosch’s strategy in SA; areas of focus; economic outlook; technology trends that the company is looking to capitalise on.
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Palo Alto’s Meerah Rajavel unpacks impact of AI on cybersecurity
Cybersecurity in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Meerah Rajavel, chief information officer (CIO) of Palo Alto Networks.
The security executive details Palo Alto’s strategy; impact of AI on cybersecurity; threat landscape; and how business can best put AI systems in place.
Producer: Demi Buzo
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Mettlestate pushing to growth SA gaming sector
The opportunity to grow South Africa’s gaming industry is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Barry Louzada, founder and MD of Mettlestate.
Topics of discussion include: growth of gaming in Africa; opportunities in the SA market; the rise of mobile gaming; and trends in the sector.
Producer: Demi Buzo
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SPONSORED | Standard Bank Connect takes on SA’s competitive prepaid mobile market
Standard Bank Connect is expanding beyond contract customers. Kartik Mistry, head of the mobile virtual network operator, shares insights into its strategy, built around value, flexibility, and the bank’s wider digital ecosystem.
Momentum’s conversations strategy in focus
Momentum’s communication strategy is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Natalie Druion, executive head of conversations at Momentum Group.
Topics of discussion include: Momentum’s conversation priorities; efforts to make finance topics more accessible; and the value of thought leadership.
Producer: Demi Buzo
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SPONSORED | Why Standard Bank sees ethics as an AI accelerator, not a roadblock
An ethics-by-design approach helps identify risks, blind spots and opportunities when developing AI solutions, say Standard Bank’s John Mukomberanwa and Heidi Taylor. They unpack the bank’s responsible AI framework, developed in partnership with Stellenbosch University.
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SPONSORED | The reality of healthcare reform in South Africa
Practical plans to reduce healthcare costs in SA is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Thoneshan Naidoo, CEO of the Health Funders Association (HFA).
Naidoo outlines practical reforms needed to create a sustainable, accessible healthcare system in South Africa over the next decade.
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SPONSORED | Why Standard Bank sees ethics as an AI accelerator, not a roadblock
An ethics-by-design approach helps identify risks, blind spots and opportunities when developing AI solutions, say Standard Bank’s John Mukomberanwa and Heidi Taylor. They unpack the bank’s responsible AI framework, developed in partnership with Stellenbosch University.
SPONSORED | How AI is reshaping product development at Standard Bank
The next phase of AI in banking won’t be defined by tech alone. Andrew van der Hoven, chief digital and product officer for Personal and Private Banking at Standard Bank, explains how the bank is combining human judgement and machine intelligence with trusted data to bring customer-focused solutions to market faster.
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SPONSORED | How AI is reshaping product development at Standard Bank
The next phase of AI in banking won’t be defined by tech alone. Andrew van der Hoven, chief digital and product officer for Personal and Private Banking at Standard Bank, explains how the bank is combining human judgement and machine intelligence with trusted data to bring customer-focused solutions to market faster.
SPONSORED | The reality of healthcare reform in South Africa
Practical plans to reduce healthcare costs in SA is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Thoneshan Naidoo, CEO of the Health Funders Association (HFA).
Naidoo outlines practical reforms needed to create a sustainable, accessible healthcare system in South Africa over the next decade.
SPONSORED | Healthcare access at R400 a month for all South Africans
Access to affordable healthcare is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight podcast.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Thoneshan Naidoo, CEO of the Healthcare Funder Association (HFA).
Naidoo highlights the structural challenges of South Africa’s two-tier healthcare system, rising costs in private healthcare, pragmatic alternatives to the National Health Insurance (NHI) timeline,
Top executives signal positive outlook about business in Africa, Forvis Mazars reports
The mood amongst local top executives is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight. Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sebastien de Place, partner at Forvis Mazars. Topics of discussion include: impact of AI on local business; geopolitics; navigating complex supply chains; outsourcing; and foreign investor perspectives. Producer: Bulelani Nonyukela Business Day Spotlight is an Arena Pod
SPONSORED | Top executives signal positive outlook about business in Africa, Forvis Mazars reports
The mood amongst local top executives is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sebastien de Place, partner at Forvis Mazars.
Topics of discussion include: impact of AI on local business; geopolitics; navigating complex supply chains; outsourcing; and foreign investor perspectives.
Producer: Bulelani Nonyukela
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SPONSORED | FNB referral arrangement set to fuel growth in Sourcefin’s SME funding business
Fintech platform Sourcefin is using its new partnership with FNB to grow its alternative lending business in South Africa.
Founded in 2020, Sourcefin specialises in alternative funding and supply chain support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs). The company is looking to capitalise on lending to small businesses that would otherwise not be able to access financing from traditional ban
Old Mutual Insure’s new boss details growth strategy
Old Mutual Insure strategy for growth is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Soul Abraham, CEO of Old Mutual Insure.
Topics of discussion include: the business’s performance; state of the industry; opportunities for growth; points of improvement; and were AI streamline operations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adsw
Anglada details Optasia’s emerging market expansion strategy
The intersection of the telecoms and fintech across emerging markets is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Salvador Anglada, CEO of Optasia.
Topics of discussion include: company’s performance; experience since listing on the JSE; diversification of the business; and compatibility across fintech systems.
Producer: Demi Buzo
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Why are SA employers slow to implement effective workplace safety and injury prevention?
Workplace safety, injury prevention is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sanjay Munnoo, chief business development officer at the Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company (FEM).
Topics of discussion include: the state of safety and injury prevention in local workplaces; FEM role in the ecosystem; reasons for reactive postures; and ways
AI cybersecurity realities for SA corporates
The growing importance of cybersecurity for company boards is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Gareth Redelinghuys, country MD for TrendAI in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Topics of discussion include: cybersecurity escalated to board level; navigating an AI arms race; and using advanced AI for rapid threat detection.
Producer: Demi Buzo
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SPONSORED | The case for SADC regional integration
The critical role of regional integration is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Khulekani Mathe, CEO of Business Unity South Africa (BUSA).
Topics of discussion include: the 9th SADC Industrialisation Week; importance of regional integration; harmonising policies; and mobilising regional capital to build infrastructure.
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Mistry details Standard Bank Connect’s eSIM strategy
Standard Bank bets on eSIM for mobile market edge is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Kartik Mistry, executive head for Standard Bank Connect.
Through the discussion, Mistry details the company's business model; customer growth; and the launch of their new eSIM capability.
Producer: Demi Buzo
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Threat of AI-powered smart glasses in Africa
The privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory issues surrounding emerging AI-powered smart glasses is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Allan Juma, lead cyber security engineer at ESET.
Topics of discussion include: the threats posed by smart glasses; risk of devices being hacked for corporate espionage; and calls for proactive legislation.
John Kennedy on Citadel’s wealth management strategy
Citadel’s wealth management strategy is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by John Kennedy, the newly appointed head of wealth management at Citadel.
The discussion focuses on Kennedy’s 25-year tenure at the firm; strategies for managing wealth during volatile times; and the future of the financial advisory industry.
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Phetheni Nkuna on CDH’s growth and expansion strategy in uncertain times
Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH)’s strategy for growthis the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Phetheni Nkuna, recently appointed COO at law firm CDH.
Topics of discussion include the professionalisation of modern legal operations; CDH’s footprint; the firm's strategic focus on innovation; and the complex cross-border pressures of operating in Afri
Naked’s ChatGPT strategy unpacked
Naked Insurance’s artificial intelligence (AI) strategy is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Alex Thomson, co-founder of Naked Insurance
Through the discussion, the tech founder highlights Naked’s AI strategy; differentiation in the market; and plans for the company’s recently raised funds.
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Old Mutual HR chief on the hybrid human-AI workforce
Old Mutual investment in one of South Africa’s largest technology events is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Celiwe Ross, group chief human capital and corporate affairs officer at Old Mutual.
Topics include Old Mutual’s transition timeline for AI adoption; structural framework for the hybrid workforce; and the company’s various technolog
AI: What boards should be testing for in 2026
The governance of artificial intelligence (AI) in organisations is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Shane Cooper, head of digital advisory at Forvis Mazars in South Africa.
The discussion notes the evolution of AI use across public and private sector institutions; what boards should test for; frameworks for AI governance; and what it means
Legal implications of AI use: What SA businesses should know
The legal implication of artificial intelligence (AI) use in business is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Darren Olivier, a partner at law firm Adams & Adams.
The discussion provides expert insights on the legal implications of AI in business, particularly regarding IP and governance.
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Securing data centres through surveillance and AI
The role of surveillance and AI in monitoring in securing data centres is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is Marcel Bruyns, sales manager for Africa at Axis Communications.
The highlights the smart technologies that exist to secure data centre facilities; application of smart surveillance in critical infrastructure secure; the rise of AI; and deriving m
R750m Waterfall City conference centre and hotel in focus
The upcoming Waterfall City Conference Centre and Hotel is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Gary Koetser, CEO of Century City Conference Centre and Hotels (CCCCH).
The discussion highlights Johannesburg’s competitive conferencing market; rationale for investing in Waterfall City; CCCCH’s business model; and an outlook for the sector.
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Meyer on the state of SA’s education system
The state of education in South Africa is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Linda Meyer, MD at IIE Rosebank College
Topics of discussion include: the state of SA’s education system; growth of private education; issues around access; and the case for public-private partnerships in the space.
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Bitget strategy as traditional financial Instruments get a blockchain upgrade
The ongoing shift of traditional finance to blockchain based platforms is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Callan Richardson, head of growth for Africa at Bitget.
Topics of discussion include: Bitget’s strategy for Africa; the push to tokenise traditional finance instruments; and shifting mindsets of businesses, consumers and regulators.
FNB pushes to reinvent Speedpoint platform
FNB’s push to reinvent the Speedpoint platform is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by John Mlangeni, the CEO of Merchant Services at FNB.
Topics of discussion include: FNB’s strategy around merchant payments in SA; building a multi purpose platform; merchant pain points; and growth driver for the future.
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Capitec’s investment in bank branches and tech
Capitec’s technology strategy and investment is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Blessing Mgaga, executive head of retail client experience delivery at Capitec,
Topics of discussion include: the bank’s approach to tech; the value of self service; investment in bank branches; and use of AI.
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SA’s automotive sector: What is the big picture?
The state of SA’s automotive sector is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Peter van Binsbergen, CEO of BMW Group South Africa.
Topics of discussion include: the impact of cheap imports into SA; the state of local manufacturing; policy engagements with government; power trains; and BMW’s strategy.
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Investec’s approach to technology investment and AI
Investec’s ongoing technology investment is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Lyndon Subroyen, Investec’s global head of digital and tech.
Topics of discussion include: Investec’s approach to technology investment; the role of AI in banking; regulation across jurisdictions; and outlook for 2026.
Producer: Demi Buzo.
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Msimanga on Dis-Chem’s AI and personalisation strategy
Dis-Chem’s stratgey around AI and personalisation is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Thabiso Msimanga, head of customer at Dis-Chem’s X, Bigly Labs.
Topics of discussion include: Dis-Chem’s AI strategy; the group’s approach to loyalty; the value of personalisation; and Capitec partnership.
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Hospitality’s solution to youth unemployment
Hospitality being well placed to help solve South Africa’s high youth unemployment is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sandra Kneubuhler to Managing Director for Sub-Saharan Africa.
Producer: Demi Buzo
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Mali celebrates profits at Leseka, positive about full year performance
Lesaka Technologies’ financial performance in the first half of the 2026 financial year is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Lesaka CEO Lincoln Mali.
Mali also speaks on business unit performance, investment in cryptocurrency, opportunities in remittances, and progress in acquiring Bank Zero.
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Roche’s approach to glucose monitoring using AI
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the treatment of diabetes is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Susan Snell, near patient sub-chapter lead at Roche Diagnostics.
Topics of discussion include: a picture of diabetic care in SA; gaps in the market; benefits of AI in treatment; and the company’s strategy.
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Allan Gray Orbis finds the 14 core skills for entrepreneurs in SA
The core skills for entrepreneurial success in SA is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Carl Herman, head of impact assurance at the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation, and Professor Melodi Botha, a researcher in entrepreneurship at the University of Pretoria (UP).
Topics of discussion include: the team outlines the results of a new study on entre
Visa unpacks consumer spending trends for 2025 festive season
Consumer spending insights from the 2025 festive season is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sandy Samaan, head of consulting and analytics at Visa for Southern, East, West and Central Africa
Topics of discussion include: spending patterns during the festive period; growth of e-commerce; in-store trends; and an outlook for 2026.
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Cisco’s Diedrich on the impact of AI on individual wellness
The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on individual wellness is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Guy Diedrich, senior vice president and global innovation officer at Cisco.
Topics of discussion include: findings of OECD study; impact of AI on wellness; factors holding back adoption of AI; and SA’s digital behaviours.
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Anthem’s 11 GW project pipeline unpacked
Anthem’s plans to growth its piece of the African energy market is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Ryan Hammond, COO at Anthem.
Topics of discussion include: the inception of Anthem; track of energy projects; plans for growth; funding for the entity; and opportunities in the space.
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Tech strategies for SA banks in 2026
The modernisation of South Africa’s banking technology is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Eshmael Mpabanga, country head of Intellect Design Arena SA.
Topics of discussion include: Intellect’s investment in SA; fundamental shifts in bank technology; learnings from other emerging markers; and artificial intelligence (AI).
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Massive export cuts for SA businesses because of Trump tariffs, TUNL reports
The impact of US tariffs on local exports is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Craig Lowman, CEO and co-founder at TUNL, and Aretha Cooper, the company’s COO.
Topics of discussion include: the impact of US tariffs on SA’s export businesses; how local operators are responding; options for alternative export countries; and expectations going
ATE’s for greater for greater intra-Africa trade
Efforts to grow and overcome the challenges associated with intra-Africa trade is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Adam Molai, chairman of Africa Trade Engine (ATE).
Topics of discussion include: the decision to create ATE; the market opportunity for manufacturing locally; what it takes to move goods between African countries; and funding
Stats SA draws the line on population after new headcount challenge
In this episode, Business Day deputy editor Tiisetso Motsoeneng speaks to data expert Magnus Rademeyer about the growing debate over South Africa’s true population size. Following Fibretime’s challenge to Stats SA’s latest headcount figures, Rademeyer unpacks why their modelling suggests a much larger population — and what this could mean for planning, resources and the credibility of official sta
What will it take to grow South Africa’s e-commerce pie?
The development of e-commerce amongst South Africa’s small businesses in is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Sarah Holloway, COO at BoxCommerce.
Topics of discussion include: the growth of e-commerce in SA; BoxCommerce’s business model; the competitive landscape; and importance of localisation.
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Impact of G20 on South Africa investor perceptions
The importance of SA’s G20 presidency on improving investment flows to the regionis the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Romeo Kumalo, co-founder of LLH Capital.
Topics of discussion include: the G20 opportunity; shifting perceptions around Africa; tech investment in the region; and an outlook for 2026.
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Mobile operators weight in on latest RICA developments
Improvements to SA’s RICA legislation is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Nomvuyiso Batyi, CEO of the Association for Comms and Technology (ACT).
Topics of discussion include: possible improvements to RICA legislation; main issues affecting the sector and its players; and relationship with regulators.
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Telkom’s interim financial performance in focus
Telkom’s ongoing growth in mobile is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Telkom group CEO Serame Taukobong at the JSE after the announcement of the group’s interim earnings to September.
Topics of discussion include: Telkom’s strategy; importance of infrastructure; current financial performance, capital allocation decisions; and growth of mo
Daniel Mminele on B20 energy task force mission and work
The work of the B20’s energy task force is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Daniel Mminele, chair of the B20 South Africa Energy Mix & Just Transition Task Force.
Topics of discussion include: the role of the B20; the task force's mandate; geopolitical issues affecting the global energy trade; and financing options for cleaner energy.
Discovery push to improve customer sleep scores unpacked
Discovery push to improve customer sleep is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Dinesh Govender, CEO of Discovery Vitality.
Topics of discussion include: Discovery’s strategy of improving customer health; shift to sleep tracking; partnership with Oura; and Vitality’s growth over time.
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Lunga Siyo details Telkom’s growth in prepaid mobile
The continued growth of Telkom’s mobile division is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Lunga Siyo, CEO of Telkom Consumer.
Topics of discussion include: the growth of Telkom Mobile; prepaid strategy; economic reality of operating in SA; and use AI to push growth.
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Jury outlines Mukuru’s move offer loans in SA with Jumo
Mukuru’s foray into SA’s competitive lending market is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Andy Jury, CEO at Mukuru.
The payments executive outlines: the company’s new loans offering; partnership with Jumo; the state of remittances on the continent; regulations; and how money flows in Africa.
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Uber head on gig economy solutions to SA unemployment
Tackling young unemployment in SA through mobility is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Deepesh Thomas, general manager for Uber Sub-Saharan Africa.
Topics of discussion include: tackling young unemployment in SA; Uber’s partnership with Harambee; the relationship with drivers and riders; and updates around new products and offerings.
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Cash remains a staple for South African economy, PayInc reports
The continued dominance of cash use in SA is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Elize Kruger, an independent economist
Topics of discussion include: the new PayInc Cash Index; cash use trends; reflections on the economy in 2025; and SA economy.
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In Conversation with Eskom Group CEO Dan Marokane
Business Day's Tiisetso Motsoeneng is joined by Eskom group chief executive Dan Marokane who reflected on what it takes to lead SA's most scrutinised institution, and one that carries the weight of the nation’s economic stability.
He discussed efforts to rebuild trust in an organisation that was demoralised by years of internal dysfunction, restore accountability across all levels, and shift a w
Onafriq boss on Africa’s mobile payments growth
Onafriq's 15 year journey in business is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Dare Okoudjou, CEO of Onafriq.
Topics of discussion include: Onafriq’s journey; the company’s efforts to increase mobile money penetration in Africa; challenges faced by Africans using mobile money to transact online; and opportunities for remittances.
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Zoho’s push’s to win over SA’s solopreneurs
Zoho’s push to win market share in SA is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Andrew Bourne, Zoho’s regional head for Africa.
Through the discussion, the technology executive outlines Zoho’s performance in SA; Zoho Solo; a review of what worked in 2024; the company’s product set; and outlook.
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Binance strategy to win customers in SA
Binance consumer payments strategy for SA is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Larry Cooke, head of legal for Africa.
Topics of discussion include: Binance’s model for SA; growth of consumer payments; the place of blockchain in African payments; and outlook.
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Diving into the Mineworkers Investment Company’s strategy for long term returns in a volatile market
The Mineworkers Investment Company’s strategy for sustainable returns is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Cynthia Pongweni, acting CEO of MIC.
Through the discussion, the businesswoman outlines MIC’s evolution; investment thesis; push to investment in women led businesses; and outlook for the SA economy.
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TC Ralebitso details plans to grow Zutari’s Africa operations
Zutari’s plans for growth on the African continent is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Tlhabeli Christopher Ralebitso, CEO of Zutari Africa.
Topics of discussion include: the history of Zutari; make up of the business; expansion into Africa; and the opportunity for infrastructure projects on the continent.
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FNB eBucks boss details new changes
Recent changes to the structure of FNB’s eBucks loyalty program are the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Pieter Woodhatch, FNB of eBucks.
Topics of discussion include: the rationale for the changes; elements that the bank is looking to bolster; evolution of the programme; and future plans.
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A deep dive into Old Mutual Insure’s M&A strategy
Old Mutual Insure’s mergers and acquisitions strategy is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined byJerry Anthonyrajah, chief commercial officer at Old Mutual Insure.
Topics of dicusssion include the insurer's portfolio growth strategy; the state of local insurance; opportunities for deals; and integration.
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The case for greater payments personalisation in SA
The move towards greater personalisation in payments is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Mpho Sadiki, group MD for merchant solutions in Africa at Network International.
Topics of discussion include: opportunities for businesses using data and tech; strategies for greater digital payments adoption; and impact of AI on payments.
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Parker details Britehouse management buyout
The future of Britehouse’s business beyond NTT Data is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Graham Parker, executive chair at Britehouse.
Topics of discussion include:rationale for the deal; operating structure going forward; plans for growth; and management team.
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SABC’s push to make a profit
The SABC fight to make a profit after years of losses is the focus in this edition of the Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Tendai Matore, acting CFO at the SABC.
The top three expense drivers are content, labour and employee costs, and signal distribution.
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Optasia CEO unpacks planned R6.3bn JSE IPO
Optasia's planned R6.3bn JSE listing is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Salvador Anglada,CEO of Optasia.
Topics of discussion include: the decision to list the company; the JSE as a listing destination; history of the group; and partnerships driving its operations.
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Sauce’s playbook for protecting brand visibility online
The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on brand visibility online is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by the team from Sauce Advertising: Kwezi Ngcukana, senior digital strategist and Leanne
Topics of discussion includes: ways in which brand can stay visible in the AI world; shifts in consumer online behaviour; and a look at possible realities
Lincoln Mali on building a completive fintech platform
Lesaka Technologies' financial performance in the 2025 financial year is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Lincoln Mali, CEO of Lesaka.
Through the discussion, Mali outlines the group’s growth strategy for its three businesses; strategy around acquiring a bank; and integrating various businesses post-acquisition.
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Cell C strategy chief unpacks company turnaround
Cell C’s strategy in SA’s competitive mobile phone market is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Rachael Ayo-Oladejo, chief of staff, strategy and business transformation at Cell C.
Through the discussion, Ayo-Oladejo outlines Cell C’s current strategy; the work of formulating a credible strategy; issues around prepaid in SA; and an outlook for the
Check Point warns of growing cyber criminal activity in Africa
The dark web and the escalating role of AI in African cybersecurity landscape is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Eli Smadja, global research group manager at cybersecurity firm Check Point.
Through the discussion, Smadja outlines evolution of cyber security in Africa; the threats brought by AI platforms; trends in cyber attacks; and investme
Discovery Bank’s road to profits
Discovery Bank’s financial performance is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Hylton Kallner, CEO of Discovery Bank.
Through the discussion, Kallner highlights the bank’s financial performance; road to profitability; use of artificial intelligence; home loans; benefits of the Discovery ecosystem; and strategy for growth.
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Human touch still importance in SA commerce, says new report
The importance human connection in an increasingly digitalised economy is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Amanda Reekie, founding director at ovatoyou.
Topics of discussion include: findings of their new report; the balance that businesses need to strike between online and offline channels; the impact of AI on commerce broadly; and advice f
Ashburton’s case for catalytic capital in local job creation
The use of catalytic capital as a means to create employment in SA is the focus of this edition of Business Day Spotlight.
Host Mudiwa Gavaza is joined by Rob Nagel, credit portfolio manager Ashburton Investments.
Topics of discussion include: the case for using catalytic capital in SA in job creation; Ashburton’s investment focus; and alternative way of deploying capital.
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