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GNU praise for Ramaphosa is growing, but policy rifts persist. The real test is delivery – on water, jobs and budgets – not applause…
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Mark your calendar – here’s the political and economic news to watch out for in the days to come…
Real Politics: identity politics threatens DA’s Western Cape grip
PA wins by-elections in George and may flip Saldanha Bay as identity politics threatens to end DA dominance in its Western Cape stronghold…
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This time it’s different: Ramaphosa deploys army, vows jail for municipal officials
The president’s state of the nation address may have been more energetic than usual – but his words need to translate into action…
Real Politics: Motsepe’s presidential path starts with a clean slate
Will Patrice Motsepe's ANC president bid succeed amid expectations to protect a controversial faction and its figures?…
Dear John … what comes next for the DA?
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