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Mooshtaffa Platforms

I am Zimasa Vabaza, more commonly known as @mooshtaffa on social media. I created this platform because of the love I have for simplifying socio-economic knowledge around South Africa, SADC, Africa, & the globe. Here we cover small & big stories that matter—stories that you should know but from a different, less explored perspective. We also host podcast-style conversations with interesting people. We hope you will watch, engage, and enjoy.

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00:17:34

#SHSI Episode 63 - Tito Mboweni Was Right - Why...

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2025/12/15

What if South Africa's biggest budget problem isn't that we don't have enough money, but that we're spending it all wrong? In this video, we're breaking down Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) – a revolutionary approach that could transform how our government manages R2.60 trillion in public funds.For decades, South African government departments have operated on autopilot, automatically rolling over last year's budget with a little extra for inflation. This incremental approach has

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00:12:31

#SHSI Episode 62 - The Data Behind Cape Town's Tech...

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2025/11/27

Is Cape Town already Africa's Silicon Valley? In this deep dive, we break down the data behind Cape Town's explosive tech growth and why international companies from Amazon to Canadian startups are choosing the Mother City over established global hubs.We explore:The infrastructure that increased bandwidth by 1,000xWhy the Cape Town-Stellenbosch corridor employs more tech workers than Nairobi and Lagos combinedHow 450 tech firms and 40,000+ employees are reshaping Africa's tech

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00:12:18

#SHSI Episode 61 - The South African Township...

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2025/11/27

South Africa's Township Property RevolutionThe R585,000 Investment Opportunity Everyone's MissingWhile everyone's focused on Sandton and Camps Bay, a R20+ billion property market is booming right under our noses. Women are leading 55% of purchases, the average buyer is 38 with a R43,800 income, and properties have doubled in value over a decade.We dive deep into exclusive data from Lightstone and BetterBond revealing:How Soweto became South Africa's wealthiest township (R585,000 avg

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00:16:46

#SHSI Episode 60 - Why Cape Town's Housing & Property...

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2025/10/29

Why Cape Town is Pricing Out an Entire Generation | The Housing Crisis ExplainedCape Town's rental prices have jumped 24% since 2018, reaching R10,875 per month – the highest in South Africa. Property values have surged 160% since 2010. But while politicians blame digital nomads and propose rent control, the evidence tells a completely different story.In this video, we break down the real reasons behind Cape Town's housing crisis and why an entire generation of Born Frees – young South

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00:13:56

#SHSI Episode 59 - Can South Africa Rebuild Its...

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2025/10/27

Durban's commuter rail network is moving again. After years of collapse, vandalism, and devastating floods, trains are reconnecting KwaZulu-Natal's communities with economic opportunity—one journey at a time.This is Part 2 of our four-part series documenting South Africa's railway transformation. We're riding the rails through Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape, and the Western Cape to understand what collapsed, what's been rebuilt, and what it means for millions who depend

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00:14:13

#SHSI Episode 58 - Why Millions of South Africans Are...

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2025/10/24

In 2020, Johannesburg's train network—South Africa's largest—carried just 2 million passengers. Vandalism had stripped over 1,000 kilometers of copper cable. Stations stood abandoned. Security was absent. The network that once moved 200 million trips annually had collapsed by 99%.By 2025, that same network moved 20 million passengers across 26 restored corridors, achieving 91% on-time performance. This is the story of Gauteng's rail recovery—the largest, most complex commuter rail

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00:19:31

#SHSI Episode 57 - True or False: Are South Africans...

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2025/10/24

Are South Africans REALLY Spending R1 Trillion on Gambling? The Truth Behind the HeadlinesHeadlines scream that South Africans are gambling away R1 trillion. Parliamentarians are panicking. Economists are confused. But here's the reality: that number is massively misleading, and the actual story is far more complex—and more troubling—than anyone's telling you.In this video essay, we unpack South Africa's explosive gambling boom that's reshaping our economy and threatening our social

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00:10:44

#SHSI Episode 56 - Inside South Africa's Cinema...

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2025/10/14

South Africa's cinema industry is in freefall. Over the past decade, we've lost a third of our movie theatres, with iconic venues like Cavendish Square closing their doors forever. But what's really behind this dramatic decline?In this video, we unpack the perfect storm destroying South African cinemas:How Ster-Kinekor and Nu Metro lost 25 cinema locations in 10 yearsTicket prices that have TRIPLED since 2014The Netflix effect and streaming's devastating impactWhy a family night out

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00:11:04

#SHSI Episode 55 - The Middle Class Myth: What You...

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2025/10/13

Are You REALLY Middle Class in South Africa? Here's What You Actually Need to EarnThink you know what it takes to be middle class in South Africa? Think again. With estimates ranging from R4,300 to R30,000 per month, the answer is far more complicated than you'd expect.In this video, we break down the confusing world of South Africa's middle class, exploring why there's no official definition and what different income levels actually mean for your lifestyle.What We Cover:✅ Why

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00:09:51

#SHSI Episode 54 - What's Going On At Transnet: Lets...

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2025/10/09

Transnet's financial results for the year ended March 2025 are in, and they reveal a story of a dramatic turnaround. After years of crisis, the state-owned logistics giant is showing real signs of recovery. But how did they do it? And is it sustainable?In this video, we break down the key numbers, the ongoing challenges, and what this recovery means for every South African.📈 Key Highlights from Transnet's 2025 Results:Revenue Up 7.8% to R82.7 BillionNet Loss Slashed by 74% to R1.9

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00:14:08

#SHSI Episode 53 - Everything You Know About BEE Is A...

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2025/10/09

The Truth About BEE Ownership in South Africa (It's Not What You Think)For years, we've heard that BEE only benefited "100 politically connected elites." But new data reveals a completely different story that challenges everything we thought we knew about Black Economic Empowerment in South Africa.In this video, I break down groundbreaking research from Tusker that analyzed 54,000 South African businesses to uncover the real impact of BEE ownership policies. The findings? At least

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00:15:13

#SHSI Episode 52 - Are South African Influencers...

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2025/09/29

South Africa's influencer economy just got a wake-up call. SARS is targeting over R500 billion in unpaid taxes, and content creators are now in the crosshairs. From free dinners to sponsored trips, everything counts as taxable income.In this video, we break down:✓ Why SARS created a new "Social Influencer" tax segment✓ How much SA influencers actually earn (Ryan HD: R988k/month!)✓ What counts as taxable income (spoiler: everything)✓ How SARS tracks non-cash payments✓ Steps to become

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00:13:36

#SHSI Episode 51 - RIVERSIDE VIEW: South Africa's...

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2025/09/19

Step inside Riverside View, one of South Africa's most ambitious housing developments that's literally rewriting the map of Johannesburg. Located in Fourways, this R500+ million mega project isn't just building houses – it's building hope for over 40,000 residents.In this documentary, I explore how Riverside View is tackling apartheid's spatial legacy by placing affordable housing right next to upmarket developments like Steyn City. With 10,105 mixed-income units comprising RDP

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00:09:59

#SHSI Episode 50 - South Africa's Small Businesses...

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2025/09/18

The Shocking Truth About South African Business Taxes: Why Entrepreneurs Are Being CrushedAre South African small businesses being taxed to death? In this eye-opening analysis, we break down exactly how much the government takes from a typical R11.5 million business - and the results will shock you.🔥 KEY HIGHLIGHTS:Government takes R4.6 million while business owner keeps just R576,000For every R100 earned, government gets R40, owner gets R5Multiple layers of taxation crushing business growthWhy the

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00:11:00

#SHSI Episode 49 - The State of South Africa's R500...

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2025/09/18

South Africa's life insurance industry just paid out R298 billion in six months - but here's the shocking truth: 9 out of 10 South Africans have NO life insurance coverage at all.In this eye-opening investigation, we dive deep into the state of South Africa's life insurance sector. While companies are sitting on R4.3 trillion in assets and paying out over 95% of legitimate claims, millions of families are walking a financial tightrope without any safety net.What You'll Discover:Why

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00:10:16

#SHSI Episode 48 - How The Scorpion Kings Live...

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2025/09/15

Last week's journey to Scorpion Kings Live wasn't just about getting to a concert – it was about understanding how events generate massive economic impact and why transport integration matters for every South African.I'm taking you from Midrand Gautrain Station to Loftus Versfeld, documenting the real economic story behind major entertainment events. When Chris Brown performed at FNB Stadium, that single concert generated R900 million for Gauteng's economy and created over 6,000

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00:12:42

#SHSI Episode 47 - Florida Road: The R1.2 Billion...

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2025/09/15

Join me on a personal journey through one of South Africa's most remarkable urban transformations. Eighteen years ago, I first discovered Florida Road during a weekend getaway - a vibrant 2-kilometer stretch that reminded me of Johannesburg's Seventh Street in Melville, but with its own unique edge. After witnessing its decline and the challenges that followed, I'm back to document an incredible comeback story.This isn't just another urban development video - it's the story of

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00:15:24

#SHSI Episode 46 - Is This Pretoria's BIG Comeback?

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2025/09/15

Is South Africa's capital city experiencing a genuine turnaround or just masterful political spin?Tshwane finds itself at the center of a heated political battle, with ActionSA claiming miraculous progress while the DA cries foul over opportunistic power grabs. But what's really happening on the ground?In this deep dive, we explore the competing narratives shaping South Africa's administrative capital:THE CLAIMS:21,000 streetlights repaired in 100 days99% reduction in pothole backlogCity

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00:15:00

#SHSI Episode 45 - How Big Tobacco Is Turning South...

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2025/08/28

South Africa is facing an unprecedented youth addiction crisis, and the numbers are staggering. Nearly 17% of our high school students are now vaping, with some Grade 12 classes reporting usage rates as high as 46%. What you're about to discover will change how you see the vaping industry forever.This isn't just another health scare story. This is a deep dive into a calculated billion rand industry that has successfully created 920,000 vapers in South Africa alone, while traditional tobacco

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00:10:30

#SHSI Episode 44 - How R10 Billion Changed This...

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2025/08/27

Just over a decade ago, Menlyn was a quiet residential suburb in Pretoria. Today, it's generating R1.51 billion annually and being called "Pretoria's Sandton." This is the incredible story of how R10+ billion in investment transformed 100 suburban houses into South Africa's most ambitious mixed-use development.In this deep dive, we explore the massive numbers behind Menlyn Maine: 315,000 square meters of development, over 12,000 jobs created, and construction so massive it

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