Headline News
DA wants clarity on Sassa CEO’s suspension 
By: Thabi Shomolekae 19th December 2024 The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Western Cape on Thursday called on Social Development Minister Nokuzola Tolashe to provide clarity on the... →
Network Statement a major step in rail reform – B4SA
By: Schalk Burger 20th December 2024 Industry organisation Business for South Africa (B4SA) welcomes the release of the Network Statement as an exciting and significant milestone in... →
Ramaphosa assents to National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Bill
By: Thabi Shomolekae 19th December 2024 President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday assented to the National Nuclear Regulator Amendment Bill, which provides for nuclear safety oversight,... →
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Opinions
Agoa, agoing, agoner? Risks of US trade policy for Africa
19th September 2024 AGOA expires in 2025, and Washington’s political climate suggests a ‘business-as-usual’ approach is unlikely to suffice. The future of the African... →
Can Old Alliances Survive New Realities in Russia-South Africa Relations?
19th September 2024 This piece explores the complexities of the relationship between Russia and South Africa, and how they must respond to international pressures,... →
So far so good
19th September 2024 The middle ground is getting stronger. Two and a half months into the Government of National Unity (GNU) and contrary to the expectations of many,... →
South Africa’s move to green energy was slowed down by government to protect coal mining
18th September 2024 South Africa’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy was split in two after the 2024 general elections: Electricity and Energy and Mineral and... →
Recommendations
FY 2024 Lesotho Country Opinion Survey Report
18th June 2024 The Country Opinion Survey in Lesotho assists the World Bank Group (WBG) in better understanding how stakeholders in Lesotho perceive the WBG. It... →
ACTION ONE: Reorganise the Presidency and the Cabinet
12th June 2024 The Centre for Development and Enterprise's new report, ACTION ONE: Reorganise the Presidency and the Cabinet is the first Agenda 2024: Priorities... →
“Lay a Strong Foundation for All Children” – Fees as a Discriminatory Barrier to Pre-Primary Education in Uganda
12th June 2024 James Muhindo (not his real name) is a “boda boda” motorcycle driver in Tokora, Nakapiripirit. He would like to send his five-and-a-half-year-old... →
Global Gender Gap Report 2024
12th June 2024 The Global Gender Gap Index annually benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (Economic Participation... →
Statements
George Deputy Mayor’s DA disciplinary process concludes
11th November 2024 A DA internal disciplinary process, following due process and the rule of law, has concluded in the matter of Councillor Raybin Figland, Deputy... →
Withdrawal of SABC Bill provides golden opportunity for new direction at broadcaster – AfriForum
11th November 2024 Unless the government allows for the SABC to be privatised soon, the withdrawal of the SABC Bill (B32-2023), originally designed to address the... →
Clarification: SACP has not established any engagement with the MKP
11th November 2024 The story titled “MK Party plots alliance with SACP to challenge ANC” by the Sunday World of 10 November 2024 refers. As this headline suggests,... →
ActionSA Dismisses Conflicted Newcastle Caucus Leader Over Abuse of Power
11th November 2024 After an extensive investigation ActionSA’s Senate has terminated the membership of its Caucus Leader, Mr Faizel Cassim, in the Newcastle Local... →
Press Offices
Shortage of qualified veterinarians in South Africa leads to potential challenges in the agricultural sector
5th September 2024 South Africa is experiencing a veterinarian and veterinary nurse shortage, which threatens the profession, food security, public health, and animal... →
VAT Anomalies Affecting Multinational Corporations: A Step Toward Fairness and Efficiency
4th September 2024 National Treasury is set to address a critical anomaly in the Value-Added Tax Act, No. 89 of 1991 (VAT Act), which has significant implications for... →
SARS Intensifies Focus on Crypto Traders
4th September 2024 SARS is increasing its scrutiny of crypto traders by issuing tax notices and clarifying exchange control regulations. Traders must immediately... →
FIDIC Green Book II - A recommended template for small to medium projects in the SA construction industry
4th September 2024 Having been involved in a number of contract negotiations relating to small to medium sized projects in the private sector, we have become aware of... →
