Busi Mavuso unpacks: National Dialogue, GNU, Mkhwanazi commission, G20, BRICS, SA economy, SMWX

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In this episode of In This Economy? brought to you by Standard Bank, BLSA CEO Busi Mavuso joins Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh for a candid conversation on South Africa’s political and economic crossroads. She unpacks the dynamics and tensions within the Government of National Unity (GNU), explores the stakes of the upcoming National Dialogue, and shares her perspective on the Mkhwanazi commission. Mavuso also reflects on South Africa’s positioning at the recent G20 and offers a frank assessment of the state of the economy. Become a YouTube Member of SMWX: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk_qa4ssROH8aUDbgQXE5dA/join Visit the SMWX store for merch and books: https://smwx.store CONTACT: ✉️: [email protected] 📞WhatsApp Line: 082 891 4935 Visit my website: sizwempofuwalsh.com _______ Credits: Director and DOP: Nomaan Haarzavi for Narr8 Studio Lead Camera Operator: Faizan Haq for Narr8 Studio 2nd Camera Operator: Yusuf Rahman for Narr8 Studio Producer: Oratile Kekana _______ 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Early life, upbringing & education journey 02:31 Career beginnings in banking & path to becoming a chartered accountant 03:18 Challenges in access to education & lifelong learning 03:25 Why Business Leadership SA matters & its economic footprint 04:53 What’s going right in South Africa’s economy 05:32 The structural reform agenda & its importance 07:46 Opening markets beyond monopolistic state control 08:53 Private sector in ports, rail & logistics – Transnet challenges 09:06 Key next steps: professionalising the public service 10:46 Widening the talent pool beyond career politicians 12:00 South Africa’s role as the gateway to Africa’s future market 13:04 Export bottlenecks & infrastructure gaps 13:49 Positives from the Government of National Unity 14:29 Minister of Transport’s clear KPI-driven approach 16:21 Closing the trust gap between business & government 16:41 Energy partnership success – ending structural load shedding 19:05 Expanding the grid & future energy investments 20:31 SA as a jurisdiction that matters – hosting the G20 21:15 Crime & corruption – lingering state capture remnants 23:00 "Crime pays" – lack of decisive anti-corruption action 24:50 Allegations against police minister & the need for stronger action 27:12 Commission of inquiry effectiveness & decisive leadership 29:08 Geopolitical environment & G20 opportunities 30:56 Attracting investment & showcasing bankable projects 32:50 B20 explained – business role in the G20 process 34:37 Global climate policy & trade impacts 35:58 US–SA relations & economic implications 37:15 Need for a mutually beneficial relationship with the US 37:49 Auto industry concerns – potential economic fallout 39:06 Finding new trade partners vs. salvaging the US relationship 39:13 Closing remarks