Business Bagel
Bagel Media
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Business Bagel is a South African business news podcast that breaks down the biggest local business stories, market moves, money trends, and major developments shaping the country. The show aims to keep listeners informed and entertained with the most important news. It also encourages audiences to follow it on Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, and Facebook to stay ahead of the news.
Episodes
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South Africa Defies A Global Decline In Alcohol Consumption - Episode #248 30.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:The world is drinking less alcohol, but South Africa is bucking the trend. Two of the world’s biggest brewers have just reported exceptionally strong sales here, even though South Africans say they want to cut back on drinking. Meanwhile, Pick n Pay’s clothing business is growing faster than the country’s established clothing retailers, despite a difficult market. Plus, Bidvest is putting its acquisition spree on hold and looking for a buyer for its bank, FlySafair’s R7 billion takeover has cleared a major hurdle, and overseas tourist arrivals have fallen 11%.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast -
Morocco Has Just Overtaken South Africa, And Here’s How - Episode #247 29.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:Morocco has just overtaken South Africa in a major investment ranking, and its economy is growing more than four times faster than ours. But there’s another side to the numbers that’s worth paying attention to. Meanwhile, businesses are discovering the hidden costs of AI, with some already cancelling projects because of their bills. Plus, a South African mining giant is betting nearly R16 billion on platinum and nickel, our love for chicken is boosting a local food producer, and Mercedes-Benz is struggling in China.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africans Are Discovering The Problem With Chinese Cars - Episode #246 28.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:Chinese cars have taken South Africa by storm, but some owners are getting a nasty surprise when it’s time to trade them in. But there’s more to this story than meets the eye. Meanwhile, a clever South African start-up wants to use your neighbours to help millions access credit, and the world’s biggest technology companies are facing growing questions about their AI spending. Plus, South Africa’s credit rating upgrade is getting closer, Microsoft is offering 60,000 employees severance packages, and the company behind Claude is heading for the stock market after reporting an $80 billion loss.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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Government’s New Plan For South Africa’s Offshore Money - Episode #245 27.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:South Africans have as much as R10 trillion invested overseas, and government has a new plan to bring some of the business managing that money back home. But will it be enough to convince financial firms to return? Plus, Treasury is rewriting its controversial crypto rules, Sanlam is making a R21 billion move to take full control of Santam, and Sygnia shareholders have approved a rather generous employee share scheme. Meanwhile, motorists could get some limited relief at the pumps, and gated estates have lost a court battle over estate agent fees.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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Is This The Start of Pick n Pay’s Big Comeback? - Episode #244 26.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:Pick n Pay’s shares have jumped nearly 10% after the struggling retailer revealed some surprisingly good news about its turnaround. But there’s still a long way to go before its supermarkets return to profitability. Plus, Shoprite is reportedly exploring a banking partnership with Investec, Clicks has crossed R50 billion in annual sales, and DStv’s decline is finally showing signs of slowing. Meanwhile, SAA is struggling to pay its employees on time, and South African exporters are taking advantage of a massive new opportunity in China.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africa’s Latest Budget Had Some Big Surprises - Episode #243 23.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:South Africa’s government debt has finally stopped growing faster than the economy for the first time in almost 20 years, while Treasury has found another R10 billion to help motorists deal with rising fuel prices. But there are still some big challenges ahead. Plus, the Reserve Bank has a plan that could bring R10 trillion in offshore investment management back home, Advtech is investing in AI tutors, and Chery is preparing to build Omoda cars in Pretoria.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africa’s Biggest Fast-Food Group Is Changing Direction - Episode #242 22.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:The company behind Steers, Wimpy and Debonairs is changing its strategy as South Africans rethink how they buy fast food. Meanwhile, Cartrack is signing up record numbers of subscribers despite South Africans supposedly disliking subscriptions. Plus, Datatec is keeping billions it promised shareholders, Satrix is attracting billions from investors, and Elon Musk wants to merge Tesla and SpaceX.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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The Billion-Rand Bet On South Africa’s Homes - Episode #241 21.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:A state-owned investment giant has bought nearly half of Balwin Properties, one of South Africa’s biggest home builders, in a R1.1 billion deal it believes was a bargain. Meanwhile, President Ramaphosa is planning a trip to Silicon Valley to learn about AI. Plus, Sygnia wants to give employees shares for 1 cent, COSATU wants Shein and Temu banned, and Nedbank is expanding into East Africa.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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Why South Africa’s Food Prices Aren’t Following the Rest of the World - Episode #240 20.10.2026 8mIn Today’s Roundup:Global food prices have reached their highest level in almost 4 years, but South Africa is experiencing a very different trend. Meanwhile, Vodacom is making a major move into artificial intelligence, although South Africa is last in line. Plus, Chinese exports to South Africa have more than doubled since 2020, Investec believes the country could escape junk status by 2028, and one of our biggest shopping centre owners is struggling to find local malls to buy.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africa’s R10 Billion Plan To Tackle Its Fuel Crisis - Episode #239 19.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:Petrol has climbed above R30 a litre, and government is proposing a R10 billion intervention to soften the blow. Meanwhile, Sanlam is making a major move into banking, with plans to attract millions of customers. Plus, the Reserve Bank wants to change how South Africa’s 30,000 ATMs work, Discovery wins a major court battle against the Road Accident Fund, and Eskom explores some unexpected ways to make money.Our Flagship Partner:This show is proudly brought to you by All Weather Capital, Business Bagel’s flagship partner. Learn more: allweather.co.zaMore From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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Is The AI Industry Heading For A Financial Crisis? - Episode #238 16.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:The world is preparing to spend trillions building artificial intelligence infrastructure, but one of the most respected technology research firms believes the numbers simply don’t add up. Meanwhile, Discovery Bank is attracting customers from its biggest rivals. Plus, 2 of South Africa’s wealthiest families are fighting over a mining company, American inflation is putting pressure on the rand, and Shoprite reveals the real cost of eating healthily in South Africa.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africa’s Gambling Giants Are Writing Their Own Rules - Episode #237 15.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:South Africans wagered R1.5 trillion last year, and government is considering a new 20% tax on online betting to tackle the country’s growing gambling problem. Now, one of the country’s biggest gambling companies is introducing its own restrictions. Meanwhile, South Africa’s economy is growing slower than expected, but soaring gold prices are helping keep government’s finances afloat. Plus, a JSE-listed technology company is buying into cybersecurity, dairy farmers are fighting back against falling milk prices, Louis Vuitton’s struggles are affecting the JSE, and a tobacco giant wants a minimum price for cigarettes.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africa’s Petrol Stations Are Changing, And Here’s Why - Episode #236 14.10.2026 7mIn Today’s Roundup:While food prices are rising across South Africa, Boxer is cutting its own prices and somehow making more money. The discount retailer has also announced a new CEO as it prepares to open another 60 stores. Meanwhile, South Africa risks losing preferential access to the American market, potentially putting thousands of jobs under pressure. Plus, the state-owned bank behind social grants is losing money, a JSE-listed Bitcoin company has lost most of its board, and Apple is reportedly preparing to launch a new smart home device.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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How Boxer Is Making More Money While Charging Customers Less - Episode #235 13.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:While food prices are rising across South Africa, Boxer is cutting its own prices and somehow making more money. The discount retailer has also announced a new CEO as it prepares to open another 60 stores. Meanwhile, South Africa risks losing preferential access to the American market, potentially putting thousands of jobs under pressure. Plus, the state-owned bank behind social grants is losing money, a JSE-listed Bitcoin company has lost most of its board, and Apple is reportedly preparing to launch a new smart home device.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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Two South African Siblings Are Taking On America’s Healthcare Industry - Episode #234 12.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:Two siblings from Bloemfontein have raised $38 million from some of Silicon Valley’s biggest investors for an AI healthcare startup now used in more than 50 American hospitals. Meanwhile, the founders of LekkeSlaap have sold their business after building it from just R12,000. Plus, Standard Bank is preparing a $200 million investment in a Nigerian payments company, Woolworths has been cleared to buy one of its biggest food suppliers, and Nedbank has been named South Africa’s best employer.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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Airlink Reveals Its Next Big Move After Viral Stadium Flyover - Episode #233 09.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:Five weeks after Airlink flew 2 passenger jets less than 15 metres above a packed stadium, the airline has revealed plans for its next phase of expansion across Africa. Meanwhile, Vodacom wants to help put up to 55,000 new cars onto Uber and Bolt. Plus, Premier is fighting regulators over an RFG factory closure, Afrimat has swung to a loss, South Africa’s mines are making far more money without producing much more, and Samsung has just delivered a record quarter.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africa Has Too Much Electricity, And It’s Costing Billions - Episode #232 08.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:After years of load shedding, South Africa suddenly has more electricity than it can use at certain times of day, and paying producers to switch off could cost billions. Meanwhile, Africa is launching its own credit rating agency to challenge Moody’s, S&P and Fitch. Plus, South Africa is heading for its smallest wheat harvest in 8 years, Nvidia is carrying Wall Street to new records, FNB is getting into crypto, and Spotify is expanding audiobooks across Africa.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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Could Government Knock R3 Off South Africa’s Petrol Price Again? - Episode #231 07.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:Petrol has crossed R30 a litre in Gauteng, and there are growing calls for government to temporarily cut R3 from the fuel levy to ease the pressure. Meanwhile, Sanlam wants to take Santam off the JSE in a multibillion-rand buyout. Plus, OUTsurance insiders are sitting on a stake worth R10.2 billion, Sasol has become one of the developing world’s best-performing stocks, and the rand is gaining ground against the euro.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africans Are Moving Back To Gauteng In Growing Numbers - Episode #230 06.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:South Africans are starting to move back to Gauteng in growing numbers, with cheaper housing helping pull people inland even as the coast remains the bigger overall draw. Meanwhile, one of Durban’s oldest factories is now producing 80% of the world’s Vaseline. Plus, using ChatGPT at work could land employers in legal trouble, Durban’s container terminal is battling delays, and some of the JSE’s biggest local shares have had a brutal 3 months.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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South Africa Could Face Its Strongest El Niño In Living Memory - Episode #229 05.10.2026 6mIn Today’s Roundup:South Africa could be heading into its strongest El Niño in living memory, but with dams more than 95% full, the bigger risk could be the infrastructure carrying that water to homes and businesses. Meanwhile, Shoprite’s clothing chain UNIQ has reached 50 stores as the retailer pushes further beyond groceries. Plus, South Africa’s fibre networks are eyeing more deals, factories are showing signs of life, Absa wants to become a Bitcoin vault for big investors, and Paramount and Warner Bros. are getting a new name.More From Us:Whatsapp Channel YouTubeInstagramTikTokSpotifyApple Podcast
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