Edward Kieswetter says taxpayers’ willingness to comply has been eroded by poor governance
President Cyril Ramaphosa put a brave face on Friday to legacy foundations and opposition parties boycotting a convention to kick off a National Dialogue on how to resolve South Africa’s numerous problems, saying similar walkouts had occurred during the difficult transition to democracy. “We are embarking on a process that will launch a million conversations. […]
Critics wondered whether the convention would follow through with local ward talks and implement recommendations
A recent forum heard that the high cost of capital continues to undermine the continent’s growth and infrastructure development
Labour federations said the digital economy could lead to further marginalisation of workers and called for platform accountability and job protection
60% of respondents across 36 countries believe the political influence of the wealthy significantly contributes to economic inequality
SACP secretary general Solly Mapaila said the party would not leave the alliance although it was unhappy with elements of it
The grant budget is to be cut by R20 billion but it is unclear how the numbers will add up
When he came in as president, he destroyed the old system but failed to build something new – and now Ruto is paying the price
Since 1999, ITHUBA’s Scholarship programme has supported more than 300 young South Africans in pursuing tertiary education
Civil society must raise ambition towards a pact for the future, fit for our future
