Business Buzz

On the latest business news, we talk about rate cuts, load shedding and Aquelle being off the shelfs. Lebo Phasha, our business expert, gives us more insight on the Business Wrap. The Buffalo Index looks at what your R100 can get you. The COVID business watch looks into how different industries and sectors have been affected by Covid-19 and this week, Xolisile Mahlangu (The Scientist chef) shares insights on starting a food business during a pandemic. The last Thursday of the month is when we take time to celebrate a young person in SA, 35 years and below doing great things in their industry, business or profession. Our Brand New Heavy for September 2020 is Aphiwe Nxusani-Mawela, a South African Brewmaster, the first person from South Africa to earn a National Diploma in clear fermented beverage and is also the first black woman in South Africa to found a microbrewery. She talks to us about her business and the challenges of running it during lockdown, as well as insights around the brewing industry.