The Money Show

Stephen Grootes speaks to IDC CEO Mmakgoshi Lekhethe about the Corporation’s participation at the World Economic Forum in Davos, its role within Team South Africa, and efforts to advance industrialisation, investment, and sustainable development through initiatives such as AfCFTA.

In other interviews, Andre Visser, JSE’s director of issuer regulation talks about the recently updated simplification of listing rules ...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Christine Wu, Interim Chief Executive for Personal and Private Banking about how the bank is balancing Africa’s urgent development needs with global climate transition goals, especially when it comes to energy financing and sustainable investment.

In other interviews, Kevin Pillay, General Manager Central East Cluster and Engineer for Eskom Distribution explains Eskom’s deadline for househ...

Stephen Grootes is in conversation with Investec Group CEO Fani Titi about on-the-ground sentiment from Team South Africa at the World Economic Forum, global perceptions of South Africa’s growth and investability, and how geopolitical tensions ranging from trade risks to questions over central bank independence are shaping the global economic outlook.

In other interviews, Nicola Allen, senior analyst at Trade Intelligence dis...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Kevin Lings, Stanlib chief economist about the IMF’s upgraded growth outlook for South Africa, the impact of reduced load shedding, and why the country still needs faster reforms to unlock jobs and per‑capita growth.

In other interviews, Sonja Carten, spokesperson for the Motor Industry Staff Association (Misa), discusses the union’s legal challenge against Motus, the fairness of proposed salar...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Donald MacKay, Director at XA International Trade Advisors and Prof David Monyae, Director of the Centre for Africa - China Studies at the University of Johannesburg about the EU weighing €93 billion in retaliatory tariffs as tensions escalate over President Donald Trump’s threat of a 10% levy linked to Greenland.

In other interviews, Steven Boykey Sidley, Partner at Bridge Capital and...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Ayabonga Cawe, Chief Commissioner of ITAC about the path that led him to development economics, Siphiwe Moyo, Organisational Behavior Specialist on ways to reclaim optimism as a strategic resource at work, Warren Ingram, Certified Financial Planner at Galileo Capital, on key lessons for investors from 2025 fiscal year and Bronwyn Williams, Partner at Flux Trends about how misreadings of African t...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Rob Rose, editor at Currency and author of "Steinheist”  about the five-year jail sentence handed down in the Steinhoff fraud case, where a fake R376 million invoice exposed the mechanics of the corporate scandal.

In other interviews, Glenn Stutchburry, Operations Director at Legacy Hotels and Resorts chats about Alto234 Bar at the top of The Leonardo, South Africa’s highest restaurant, an...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Johnny Moloto, Head of Corporate Affairs for BAT Sub-Saharan Africa, about British American Tobacco’s decision to shut down its Heidelberg manufacturing plant amid a surge in illegal cigarette trade.

In other interviews, Melanie Veness, CEO of the Pietermaritzburg and Midlands Chamber of Business and Energy Expert at IMPOWER Matthew Cruise about the far‑reaching implications of Nersa’s unl...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Melanie Veness, CEO of the Pietermaritzburg and Midlands Chamber of Business, about the far‑reaching implications of Nersa’s unlawful tariff approvals and the potential financial shock awaiting both municipalities and consumers.

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...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Sanisha Packirisamy about SA Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago’s support for an independent US Federal Reserve amid political pressure and market uncertainty.

In other interviews, Spiros Fatouros unpacks the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2026, highlighting key threats facing the global and South African economies, while George Bernett, CEO o...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Chris Yelland, Energy Expert and Journalist about whether Eskom’s legal challenge to NERSA over licenses granted to five private power producers has been stayed or paused. They also touch on Eskom’s Generation Recovery Plan, which has added 4,400 MW of capacity, and whether this boost makes electricity supply sustainable 

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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 newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Thebe Ikalafeng, on his journey as a leader in branding and marketing, Advaita Naidoo on the 2026 workplace trends and how one can upskill themselves to remain relevant and competitive, Warren Ingram about how one needs to be more practical around the changes that should be made in their financial life and Wendy Knowler on things to consider when filing for a claim with your home insurer. 

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Wynand Beukes, WeBuyCars Deputy CEO on the termination of the relationship between WeBuyCars and Dekra Automotive. They also discuss the ongoing concern around transparency within WeBuyCars.

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...

Stephen Grootes speaks to Annabel Bishop, Chief Economist at Investec, about the recent strengthening of the rand and what’s driving the currency’s renewed momentum. They unpack the global and local factors influencing the rand, including shifts in investor sentiment, interest rate expectations, and economic data. 

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Lyal White, Faculty at Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) on Trump’s attack on Venezuela exploring the geopolitical, economic and diplomatic implications of the move, including its impact on Latin America, international law, and the rules-based global order, as well as what it reveals about the direction of US foreign policy under Trump 

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Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Dr Dale McKinley, Political Economist, about South Africa’s economic performance in 2025 and the outlook for 2026, unpacking key finance, business and policy considerations.

In other interviews, Siba Njoba, Director and Wealth Manager, discusses financial planning for new families, while clinical psychologist Charity Mkone explo...

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Arthur Goldstuck, Author & Journalist, about what the latest SMME data reveals on where small businesses across South Africa are growing, where they are failing, and why the sector remains both a national priority and a persistent struggle.

In other interviews, Jordan Hertz, Chief Commercial Officer of Sourcefin, discusses the launch of TenderCentral and whether access to public-sector opportuni...