South Africa's tough economic climate is continuing to claim casualties. More businesses are shutting their doors, and the latest figures paint a worrying picture. episode artwork

EPISODE · Aug 3, 2026 · 17 MIN

South Africa's tough economic climate is continuing to claim casualties. More businesses are shutting their doors, and the latest figures paint a worrying picture.

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South Africa's tough economic climate is continuing to claim casualties. More businesses are shutting their doors, and the latest figures paint a worrying picture. BusinessTech reports that business liquidations rose again in June compared with May, bringing the total number of companies forced to close since the start of the year to more than 1,300. So, what's driving this wave of closures, and what does it say about the health of the country's economy?  Guest: Khulekani Mathe BUSA CEO Designate     

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