Govt plans mandatory fuel reserves to prevent supply crises & De Beers hits pause at Venetia mine

Govt plans mandatory fuel reserves to prevent supply crises & De Beers hits pause at Venetia mine

July 13, 2026 · 1h 20m

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The episode discusses the government's proposed fuel reserves policy and De Beers' decision to pause production at its Venetia mine.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Avhapfani Tshifularo, CEO of the Fuel Industry Association of South Africa, about the government's proposed Strategic Petroleum Stock Policy and what it could mean for the country's fuel security. In other interviews, David Van Wyk, mining analyst talks about De Beer’s decision to pause production at its Venetia mine in Limpopo for two years, what the move means for South Africa's diamond industry and workers, and how the mining giant is adapting to weak global demand.  The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.     Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show     Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and…

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