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How the economy and Bouwer van Niekerk’s killing are linked
The brazen murder is another in a long line of killings. Most of the recent assassinations are linked either to the struggling economy or…
Anglo’s trek to Vancouver underscores South Africa’s slide
A merger with Canadian miner Teck Resources will take Anglo American even further away from the country in which it was formed 108 years…
The week ahead: Is South Africa ready for the G20?
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Diamonds to dust: The myth of forever
The rise of lab-grown diamonds has been ruinous for the diamond industry. Has the sparkle moved to other gemstones?…
Why Cape Town wants to sell its big money-spinner
The city is hoping to unlock nearly R1bn for public services. The GOOD party calls it asset-stripping…
Exposed: The big business of selling South Africa’s big cats to Ambani’s Indian mega-zoo
The zoo – run by the son of India’s richest man – is under investigation for claims its animals have been bought illegally…
SA Tourism: When in doubt, dissolve the board
De Lille’s axing of the SA Tourism Board has ignited debate over interference in SOE boards. For cynical South Africans, there’s a real feeling…
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