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FUL May Newsletter – Major events relating to the Judiciary and the Rule of Law
12th June 2024 This briefing note seeks to provide a short overview of significant events in the preceding month, relating to Freedom Under Law’s work on the... →
The new government must fix itself before it can fix the country
10th June 2024 What can a new government do to get the country back on track after 15 years of stagnation and decline? Over the past six months, the Centre for... →
The coalition negotiations loom for a complete market takeover of politics and the economy
7th June 2024 The malicious alliance between phony political allies and, in some cases, vicious business scavengers pursuing rent-seeking at the expense of the... →
Nigeria accounts for 28.5% of the world's maternal deaths, not 10% as claimed by campaign group
By: Africa Check 6th June 2024 In April 2024, the non-profit civil rights group Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC) made a startling claim about maternal... →
Renewing Governance: The role of transparency and accountability in SOE reform amidst shifting political landscapes
3rd June 2024 In the quest for a profound transformation in South Africa's State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), the spotlight must be directed towards transparency... →
The Growing Immigration Challenges in South Africa
14th May 2024 South Africa, also known as the "Rainbow Nation," is a country that has a rich history and diverse culture. It is home to people of various... →
A Green approach to position Africa as a primary beneficiary of her mineral resources
14th May 2024 The African continent, characterized by its youthful demographic and rapid economic growth, stands at a critical crossroads. Despite its vibrant... →
Political Manifestos Provide Economic Fog
13th May 2024 A numbers game is evident in the election campaigns, with no similar innovation to solve the economic quagmire, writes Bongani Mankewu It has been... →
Elections 2024: 10 variables of profound importance
13th May 2024 As South Africa approaches the monumental occasion of the 2024 national and provincial elections, it stands at the nexus of its democratic journey,... →
The art of centering young people in South Africa’s young democracy
10th May 2024 The answer to the country's future beyond the 30-year celebration of democracy will be complete with the meaningful inclusion of youth voices. The... →