JOHANNESBURG – Five of the best read stories on BizNews.com, Friday, 6 August 2021:

1.  J&J vaccine trial shows effectiveness against dominant delta variant

2.  Cyril Ramaphosa shuffles the pack as Tito steps aside, Mkhize resigns, Rand dips

3.  Roelf Meyer torpedoes idea of Western Cape secession

4.  Alec Hogg’s Inbox: Confusion about BizNews’ approach to Covid vaccines

5.  Flash Briefing: Deputy President David Mabuza is back; Eskom seeks R33bn; R350 basic income grants to roll out by month-end

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