Old Mutual boss on AI. Plus: SA’s hair hustler artwork
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Old Mutual boss on AI. Plus: SA’s hair hustler

Dec 4, 2025 · 00:37:48

In this episode, Bruce talks to Old Mutual CEO Jurie Strydom, who stepped into the role earlier this year, about the impact of AI in South Africa. A former fintech entrepreneur, Strydom has strong views on how AI will change industries, but doesn’t believe it will be a “big bang”. Bruce also chats to Sheldon Tatchell, founder of Legends Barbers. He quit his job at a call centre and has built an em…