PODCAST: Can the DA be South Africa’s largest party? New leader Geordin Hill-Lewis wants the DA to become the country’s largest party. Is that possible? Really?… Mark BarnesTim Cohen April 15, 2026 Opinion·Pods 4
The weird insolvency of FTX, and its link to South Africa When a business rescue starts rescuing the rescuers, you know the system isn’t working in favour of the company and its real creditors… by Tim Cohen April 13, 2026 Analysis·News
Rewriting the past, South African-style A change to the country’s school history curriculum reflects almost exactly the political philosophy of the political rulers of the current day… by Tim Cohen April 13, 2026 News·Opinion
Behind Natie’s R500bn jackpot – and what this says about South African entrepreneurs The sale of Jetro Restaurant Depot for $29.1bn is testament to the skills of local entrepreneurs on the global stage… Rob RoseAnn CrottyTim Cohen April 10, 2026 News·Profile
PODCAST: The war and the markets What will the effects and consequences be for the conflicts developing in the Middle East? And what does Machiavelli have to do with it?… Tim CohenMark Barnes April 8, 2026 Opinion·Pods
Some driving lessons for auto policymakers South Africa’s vehicle industry is running on fumes as the government struggles to get out of neutral… by Tim Cohen April 6, 2026 News·Opinion
PODCAST: Patrice Motsepe for president! Mark Barnes and Tim Cohen gallop through the week’s events, offering thoughts, opinions, and perspectives on South African and international affairs.… Tim CohenMark Barnes April 1, 2026 Opinion·Pods 1
RAF dealt twin blows by SCA – with no clear path to pay Two legal findings against the RAF will only add to its parlous financial position… by Tim Cohen March 26, 2026 News
Why global law firms keep quitting South Africa Has South Africa become a failed proposition for international law firms?… by Tim Cohen March 24, 2026 Analysis·News
Human Rights Day and the fine art of ignoring the constitution It’s 30 years since South Africa’s constitution was enacted. To what extent has it succeeded in advancing the human rights it codifies… by Tim Cohen March 23, 2026 Opinion·Politics
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