Magda Uncut: Zille should go, ESG meaningless, SA’s irrelevance and more

In a riveting interview, Sygnia Limited CEO Magda Wierzycka discusses her controversial views on ESG investing, emphasising the need for genuine impact investing. She highlights the importance of tackling global issues like food security, renewable energy, and healthcare innovation, particularly through ventures emerging from Oxford University. She discusses SA's new government of national unity and calls for DA chair Helen Zille to leave politics. Wierzycka also critiques the AI hype, calling for realistic expectations and innovations in chip technology. The conversation delves into challenges faced by South African innovators due to funding reluctance and explores promising investment themes, including cancer and obesity drugs. Hosted by Nielsen Network CEO Bronwyn Nielsen, this interview offers deep insights into responsible and impactful investment strategies.