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The OFM Business Hour

The OFM Business Hour

Hosted by OFM

Episodes

150

Latest episode

Aug 2026

Language

EN

About the show

The latest business news from Central SA. Presented by Olebogeng Motse.

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September 10, 20266 min

The CA of the future: how AI Is changing accountancy

Stan Kobrin, Chief Technology Officer at Makosi, explores how AI is moving accountants beyond back-office finance and into strategy, and why smaller firms may be better positioned for technological change.

August 31, 202610 min

Inside the flyover that divided the aviation world

South Africa’s aviation reputation came under global scrutiny when Airlink performed a low altitude flyover over Cape Town’s DHL Stadium ahead of the Springboks’ second clash with the All Blacks. The manoeuvre divided aviation experts and sparked fierce debate online. Cutting through the noise, legendary South African airshow commentator Brian Emmenis takes us inside the intense, highly regulated and surprisingly lengthy approval process behind a stunt like this.

August 28, 20267 min

‘Not much room left for mistakes’ – investment analyst on the SPAR Group

The SPAR Group is under increasing pressure to deliver, with little room left for further mistakes. Anchor Capital investment analyst Stephan Erasmus tells the OFM Business Hour that the retailer is approaching its debt covenant limits and urgently needs to improve operating margins and demonstrate stronger financial performance. His comments come amid changes at board level, following the resignation of SPAR’s chair and deputy chairpersons.

August 5, 202610 min

UFS Business School: Your partner in lifelong learning

The UFS Business School is your partner in lifelong learning, offering flexible, industry-relevant opportunities that help individuals and organisations grow, lead and succeed. Taking you through the varied programmes and upcoming engagements is Prof MacDonald Kanyangale, Dr Cornelie Crous and Adele Louw from the UFS Business School.

July 30, 202613 min

Trusted Employer Scheme's second window opens

Government has officially opened the long-awaited second window for corporate employers seeking to become part of the Trusted Employer Scheme (TES), expanding the programme to create a faster, more predictable pathway for companies seeking to bring critical international skills into the country. Marisa Jacobs, Managing Director at Xpatweb, says this is a strong signal that South Africa is open for business, pairing regulatory reform with speed, digital efficiency and more predictable pathways for much-needed critical skills to enter the economy.

July 24, 20268 min

FNB explores South Africa’s retirement reality in survey

FNB Wealth and Investments has unveiled the fourth instalment of the FNB Retirement Insights Survey on the 16 June 2026 at the Goodman Gallery in Johannesburg. Now in its fourth year, the survey tracks how South Africans think about and plan for retirement, offering a comprehensive view of shifting perceptions, behaviours, and financial realities. Renee Coughlan, Product Portfolio Manager at FNB Wealth and Investments tells us more on the OFM Business Hour.

July 17, 20266 min

Pick ‘n Pay champions SA consumers in ‘Eat Like A Champion’ campaign

Following on from the success of the Come Home brand ad, Pick n Pay has launched its latest Springbok-inspired campaign, Eat Like A Champion. Chief Marketing Executive Katherine Madley shares the thinking behind it.

June 4, 202614 min

Tuned Media strives to groom next generation of broadcast talent in industry lacking mentorship

Media veteran Tim Zunckel has long been viewed as one of the preeminent voices in broadcasting, having identified, groomed, and developed some of the most prolific broadcasters in South Africa to date. He now wants to amp things up, focusing on the future of the industry. He has created the Tuned Media Mentorship Programme, which will guide three young media professionals over the course of a year. He tells the OFM Business Hour more about the initiative.

May 25, 20265 min

The Devil Wears Prada 2 en die sake van intellektuele eiendom

Met fliekgangers wat uitsien na The Devil Wears Prada 2, bespreek die OFM Business Hour-span die komplekse wêreld van intellektuele eiendom waar persoonlike regte, handelsmerke en kopiereg in filmproduksie vervleg. Die oorspronklike The Devil Wears Prada dien as voorbeeld om te wys hoe verskillende vorme van IE saam waarde skep. Die gesprek raak ook aan beeld- en morele regte, met verwysing na Meryl Streep, en hoe handelsmerke soos Prada voordeel trek uit filmassosiasie. IP-spesialis Dr Gerhard Verhoef van Barnard Inc deel sy insigte oor wat dit vir die Suid-Afrikaanse kreatiewe sektor beteken.

May 25, 20265 min

Career expo widens Parys youth’s horizons

The renewable energy sector is rich with opportunity, and beneficiary communities are encouraged to take advantage of the diverse prospects emerging within the industry. This is according to Keatlaretse Senoamere, Social Specialist at Damlaagte Solar. She joined the OFM Business Hour to reflect on the highlights of the recently hosted Parys career expo which was intended to widen the local youth's horizons.

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