Sim Tshabalala, CEO of Standard Bank and a former lawyer turned investment banker, shares his inspiring journey from apartheid-era Soweto to leading one of Africa's largest banks. He discusses the risks involved in lending, the evolving trade relationships across the continent, and the transformative power of mobile technology for financial access. Tshabalala also highlights the resilience of East African economies amid challenges like COVID-19 and inflation, painting a hopeful picture for Africa's future.

Aneka Boram, a brave Sri Lankan survivor, shares her harrowing tale of being trafficked to a scam center in Myanmar. She recounts the traumatic conditions and brutal punishments she faced while forced to engage in cyber fraud. Aneka sheds light on the deceptive recruitment schemes that lure victims, revealing the psychological manipulation that kept her trapped. Now free, she discusses the daunting challenges of reintegrating into society and the lasting scars of her experiences, aiming to raise awareness about this dark reality.

Major US corporations are reevaluating their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts amid shifting political landscapes. The podcast discusses the impact of recent federal directives on these initiatives, revealing a complex corporate response. Insights from a DEI consultant shed light on balancing diversity goals with meritocratic hiring practices. Examples from companies illustrate how effective DEI policies can drive innovation and growth, while the debate continues over their legality and effectiveness in a polarized environment.

Thousands of oil and gas rigs are becoming redundant around the world – and taking them out of service, known as decommissioning, is a multi-billion dollar business. It’s also a complex operation beset by sometimes opposing interests. In this programme, we meet the makers of the world’s biggest ship - a machine at the cutting edge of rig removal, and the visit the port that can recycle over 95% of a rig. As concerns grow over delays to decommissioning in the North Sea and Gulf of Mexico, we look into whether enough progress is being made with removing old rigs around the world.Produced and presented by Laura Heighton-Ginns(Image: The Brent Bravo topside oil platform is transported on the barge ‘Iron Lady’ into the mouth of the River Tees on route to the Able UK Seaton Port site for decommissioning on June 20, 2019 in Teesport, England. Credit: Getty Images)

More than a year after a change in government, businesses are closing, unemployment is rising and workers are leaving for neighbouring Australia. As New Zealand's recession continues, uncertainty remains. So what is the government's plan? And could there be brighter times ahead? Produced and presented by Alexander van Wel(Image: Workers repairing the road in Auckland. Credit: Getty Images)

Dave Baszucki, co-founder and CEO of Roblox, shares insights into his incredible platform that captivates over 80 million daily users. He discusses the challenges of creating a sustainable economy within Roblox and the success of Robux in driving $3 billion in revenue. The conversation delves into the harmonious relationship between AI and human creativity, emphasizing enhancements in user experiences. Safety concerns are paramount, as Baszucki outlines features aimed at protecting young users from risks associated with private messaging.

Dr Joachim Nagel isn't just Germany's chief central banker, he's one of the most powerful economic policy-makers in Europe.In this exclusive interview, he tells Business Daily how he thinks Germany, and the European Union as a whole, should be responding to a time of unprecedented economic peril.It's a shaky time for the world's third-largest economy, which has been experiencing stagnant growth for five years. As a trade war between Europe and the US escalates, what does the future look like for Germany?If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresenter: Ed Butler Analysis: Faisal Islam, BBC economics editor Producers: Olie D'Albertanson and Elisabeth Mahy(Image: Joachim Nagel, president of Deutsche Bundesbank in Jan 2024. Credit: Getty Images)

The internet is where much of our modern cultural, societal and political history is stored, but as researchers are discovering, the internet has a big memory problem. Without businesses paying to keep servers and archives up, more and more of our history online is disappearing forever. We take a look at what this so called 'link rot' means for our collective understanding.Produced and presented by Frey Lindsay(Image: A man looking confused at his phone. Credit: Getty Images)

The south of France is among thousands of places around the world that now stage ultramarathons: extreme running events covering anything above 26.2 miles to more than 100. They often take place on challenging terrain and require considerable physical and mental resilience. And they've become big business.To find out more, Business Daily went to the Nice Côte d'Azur 100-mile race to speak to runners and organisers about the popularity of these sorts of events, and how they make money. If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresented and produced by John Laurenson(Picture: Woman and man running in a forest in the dark. Credit: Getty Images)

An hour’s drive north of Buenos Aires is Pilar, a municipality that houses the largest industrial park in Argentina, as well as a population of 400,000. Some rich and middle class Argentines live in its many gated communities, but Pilar has a poverty rate of almost 60% - well above the national figure. We speak to residents and businesses about libertarian President Javier Milei's first year in office.If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresented and produced by Natalio Cosoy(Picture: Argentina's President Javier Milei looks on during the inauguration of the 143rd ordinary session of Congress at the National Congress in Buenos Aires on March 1, 2025. Credit: Getty Images)