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BN Briefing: Chaos erupts - National Dialogue falters, SANDF Iran blunder, Trump-Putin, Bok shock!

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Today’s BizNews Briefing unpacks the turmoil at South Africa’s national dialogue after walkouts, protests, and sharp criticism from Moletsi Mbeki. We also look at the SANDF chief’s controversial Iran visit that rattled Pretoria’s US ties, insights into Trump’s Alaska meeting with Putin, Israel’s latest settlement push, and China’s robotics rise. Plus, Rassie Erasmus admits to one of the Springboks’ most embarrassing defeats as the Wallabies claim a historic Ellis Park win.
18 Aug 2025 5AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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