David Williams - Profile and Journalist Details

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Biography

David Williams is Senior Anchor and hosts the Open Exchange show every morning on business TV channel CNBC Africa. He joined CNBC Africa in April 2012 after nine years as a daily presenter on Summit TV. During that time he conducted some 3,000 interviews with CEOs, Cabinet Ministers, economists and opinion-formers. David is a former Deputy Editor of Financial Mail, and Deputy News and Sports Editor at Talk Radio 702. His executive experience includes a five-year stint as Communications Manager at SA Breweries Ltd. He has written several books on sport (rugby and cricket) and military history, and is in demand as a speaker and facilitator at corporate conferences and events.

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• 3 ways to improve access to justice through court modernization

  By David Williams Verified| microsoft.com@ The legal maxim that “justice delayed is justice denied” has long been a rallying cry to encourage judges and courts to operate more efficiently. If legal redress or fair relief are potentially available to an injured party but aren’t promptly provided or supported, that is effectively no remedy at all. Today, the need for accessible and fair judicial systems is at least as relevant as when William Penn voiced it back in the seventeenth century.

  By David Williams Verified · microsoft.com

  Feb. 19, 2025

• Marijuana Dispensaries Within Mason City Limits | Warren County Post

  By David Williams Verified| Warren County Post@ by David WilliamsOn Monday, February 10, Mason City Council will hold the first reading of Ordinance 2025-11, a proposed zoning change that would permit marijuana dispensaries within Mason city limits in designated business districts (see attached map). Under the current zoning laws, if this ordinance is approved, a drive-thru dispensary could also be allowed at that site, according to Mayor Nelson at the Planning Committee meeting on February 4.

  By David Williams Verified · Warren County Post

  Feb. 06, 2025

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CNBC Africa

CNBC Africa is a pan-African business news network that began broadcasting in June 2007. Founded by Rakesh Wahi and Zafar Siddiqi, it operates under Africa Business News and is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa. As part of the global CNBC family, it reaches audiences in over 100 countries and is recognized as Africa’s leading multiplatform business media brand. The network offers extensive television programming, including over eight hours of live business coverage daily, featuring market updates and global business insights. Its digital platform provides breaking news and analysis focused on African economies. CNBC Africa also hosts conferences and forums to connect business leaders and investors. The network targets senior business leaders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs, aiming to enhance financial literacy and promote economic collaboration across the continent. With a commitment to delivering localized content alongside global financial expertise, CNBC Africa serves as a vital resource for business intelligence in Africa.