Heather du Plessis-Allan

Journalist and media commentator

Johannesburg, South Africa

About Heather

Heather du Plessis-Allan is a South African journalist and media commentator. She has worked as a presenter and reporter for various media outlets, including SABC News and News24. She is known for her in-depth analysis of current events and her ability to break down complex issues into accessible language. Du Plessis-Allan has also written for various publications and has appeared as a guest on several TV shows. She is a popular podcast host and has been featured in various media outlets for her opinions on politics and economics.

Associated Podcasts

The SME Stream

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Recent Appearances

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on being one step closer to signing a trade agreement with Switzerland

The SME Stream•Jul 19, 2026•4:12•host

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Did Andrew Little save Wellington Council?

The SME Stream•Jun 22, 2026•1:48•host

Heather du Plessis-Allan

About Heather

Associated Podcasts

The SME Stream

Connect

Recent Appearances

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on being one step closer to signing a trade agreement with Switzerland

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Did Andrew Little save Wellington Council?

Key Topics

Andrew Fairgray: 2degreees Chief Business Officer on the new report saying the 'return to normal' narrative is no longer influencing business confidence

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister says international role is 'super salesman for New Zealand'

Carl Taylor: Combined Building Supplies Co-Op CEO on construction activity falling to a ten year low

Todd McClay: Trade Minister on the new round of tariffs proposed by Donald Trump

René de Monchy: Tourism NZ CEO on the increased spending by international tourists, focus on the luxury market

Kent Duston: Banking Reform Coalition Convener on Heartland striking a deal to purchase TSB and form a new banking entity

Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister on accusations NZ's freeloading off the US military, Budget 2026,

Sharon Zollner: ANZ Chief Economist addresses Nicola Willis' surplus hopes

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: When will the screws on the economy start turning?

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on 6% spending increase last quarter

Perspective with Heather du Plessis-Allan: Is there a bright side to all the bad economic news?