The Editor's Desk - Wed 14 Jan 2026: The truth advantage - AI, elections, and the Iran shock that could hit SA exports

South Africa’s crime crisis is under the spotlight as insiders expose rising kidnappings, failing leadership, and police misconduct. From shocking stories of VIP protection abuse to real risks facing ordinary citizens, this conversation pulls no punches. Hear how corruption, weak accountability, and poor systems are fueling insecurity - and what…

In a wide-ranging and controversial Q&A, Nick Hudson connects the dots between the Epstein files, global power networks and what he calls a “permanent bureaucracy” shaping decisions behind the scenes. From South Africa’s policy direction to global finance and war, Hudson argues the real story lies beneath the surface —…

South Africa stands at a crossroads: lagging growth, rising pressure on taxpayers, and a state stretched to its limits. This sharp discussion contrasts the US, Europe, and emerging markets, arguing that real progress lies in empowering the private sector, cutting red tape, and restoring confidence. From unemployment realities to global…

In today's BizNews Daybreak, SpaceX’s confidential IPO filing and Alec Hogg’s analysis of Natie Kirsh’s historic $29 billion Jetro sale. Outspoken entrepreneur Rob Hersov warns of national bankruptcy under the ANC’s current trajectory, while political analyst Prince Mashele calls for a new political project led by competent, ethical leaders to…

DA finance spokesperson Dr Mark Burke explains why partial fuel-levy relief creates a major funding gap — and argues government should plug it by cutting waste and tapping underused state “pots of money” like the Compensation Fund. Alec Hogg’s Bottom Line then covers Natie Kirsh’s $29bn sale of Jetro to…