The OFM Business Hour
The latest business news from Central SA. Presented by Olebogeng Motse.
Vaal businesses remain resilient despite challenges
Klippies Kritzinger, the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Golden Triangle Chamber of Commerce (GTCoC) says businesses in the Vaal area remain resilient despite challenges brought about by poor service delivery and difficult economic conditions.
NOCCI weighs in on removal of Kimberley food bus
Sharon Steyn, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the Northern Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NOCCI) lets the OFM Business Hour in on how businesses are doing presently and also weighs in on the dramatic removal of a popular food bus located in Kimberley by the Sol Plaatje Local…
SA’s eight insurance companies raided in price fixing investigation
The offices of eight long-term insurance companies were raided last week in connection with a price fixing and collusion investigation undertaken by the Competition Commission of South Africa. The Commission’s spokesperson, Sipho Ngwema, tells the OFM Business Hour, that the alleged misconduct, which was reported to them by an industry…
'SA government can alleviate burdened citizens' - Cosatu FS
The provincial secretary for Cosatu in the Free State, Monyatso Oa Mahlatsi tells the OFM Business Hour that there are measures that the South African government can implore to alleviate the burden of the high cost of living on citizens. He says these measures include sourcing cheaper brent crude oil…
Electra Mining Africa - Charlene Hefer
Olebogeng Motse speaks to Portfolio Director: Mining & Industrial, Charlene Hefer, from Electra Mining Africa, Southern Africa’s biggest mining, electrical, automation, manufacturing, power and transport trade exhibition taking place at the Expo Centre, Nasrec in Johannesburg, 9am to 5pm daily; from 5-9 September 2022.
Understanding the ESG movement
James Brand, a senior associate in the Natural Resources and Environment department at ENS Africa unpacks what environmental, social and governance (ESG) credentials are on the OFM Business Hour and explains why this movement is gaining traction globally.
Sol Plaatje owed about R 1 billion by departments and businesses
The spokesperson of the Sol Plaatje Local Municipality, Thoko Riet, tells the OFM Business Hour that government departments and businesses in Kimberley and surrounding areas owe about R 1 billion for services rendered. Riet says the municipality has now embarked on an operation to recoup the money owed.
CGA hopeful EU citrus regulatory impasse will be resolved
Special envoy responsible for market access and EU matters at the Citrus Growers Association of South Africa, Deon Joubert unpacks phytosanitary regulations introduced by the EU on SA's citrus exports and the impact thereof should the regulation remain in place.
FS fashion week set to boost local fashion designers
The founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Free State Fashion Week, Candy Smith told the OFM Business Hour what attendees can expect during the event which is taking place from 29 September to 1 October 2022.
SA tyre prices could rise by between 17% and 41%
Tyre prices in South Africa could in the next year rise by between 17% and 41%. This is due to an application by the South African Tyre Manufacturers Conference (SATMC) for a dumping margin to be implemented on tyre imports from China. Charl de Villiers the chairperson of the Tyre…
Moqhaka weighs in on Kroonstad being crowned Kwêla's dorp van die jaar
Dika Kheswa, the spokesperson for the Moqhaka Local Municipality weighs in on Kroonstad's recent crowning as Kwêla's dorp van die jaar. Kheswa says Moqhaka is looking to partner up with more local businesses in improving the condition of the towns under its jurisdiction.
To install a generator or not to
Corlia van Zyl, the director in the property department at Bloemfontein headquartered law firm, Phatshoane Henney, delves into the considerations that one needs to make when installing a generator at your commercial or residential property. The conversation comes as President Cyril Ramaphosa presented an energy crisis plan during his address…
Rooibos industry disburses benefit-sharing funds to Khoi and San community
Adele du Toit, the spokesperson of the South African Rooibos Council unpacks the industry’s history making disbursement to the San and Khoi community on the OFM Business Hour.
Fancy some pork?
The demand for pork in South Africa is on the rise as households battle food inflation amongst other pressures. Domaine Rautenbach, Brand Manager at Eskort was on the OFM Business Hour to talk about pork’s popularity as lamb and beef prices soar.
McDonald’s is giving back
In April this year, extreme flooding in KwaZulu-Natal led to loss of life and thousands of homes being destroyed. McDonald’s South Africa launched the KZN Disaster Relief campaign to assist in with relief in the province. Every time a customer purchased their favourite McDonald’s meal, they could donate R5 that…
Destea targets web of illicit trading in FS
Mojalefa Mphapang, the spokesperson for the Free State Department of Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (Destea) tells the OFM Business Hour how the department is clamping down on illicit alcohol trading in the province.
Deelpan businesses ravaged by floods to receive relief
Vusi Zwane, the township economic development manager at non-profit company (NPC) Seriti, unpacks their flood relief programme aimed at assisting Deelpan businesses in the North West, following recent floods.
Technology continues to enhance the spectator experience in SA
Dell Technologies South Africa's Managing Director and Vice-President Doug Woolley delves into how technology continues to advance sport in South Africa. This comes amidst Dell's partnership with the South African Rugby Union (Saru). He spoke to the OFM Business Hour ahead of SA's test match against Wales in Bloemfontein.
Starbucks all geared up for expansion to BFN's Mimosa Mall
Starbucks South Africa is all geared up for the brand’s expansion to Bloemfontein in the Free State. Beverage Category Lead / Head of Coffee Platforms at Starbucks, Ishan Natalie as well as barista champions Teddy Nzama and Kusakusa Kingdom Khumalo (Kay Kay) were all on the OFM Business Hour to…
Wales and SA test match anticipated to inject R 48 million into BFN economy
South Africa’s clash with Wales this coming weekend in Bloemfontein, is anticipated to inject roughly R 48 million into the economy of the ‘city of roses’. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Free State Cheetahs, Ross van Reenen, tells Nick Efstathiou, the CEO of the Central Media Group, that…