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North West: The root of the rot The resource-rich province is plagued by poverty, unemployment, revolving leadership and cratering service delivery. Why is that?… by Shirley de Villiers September 15, 2025 Politics
The week ahead: SARB rates decision in the spotlight Mark your calendar – here’s the political and economic news to watch out for in the days to come… by The South Africa Brief September 15, 2025 News
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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… Ash MüllerVernon Wessels September 5, 2025 News 11
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… by Ruby Delahunt September 1, 2025 News
The week ahead: De Lille in the hot seat Mark your calendar – here’s the political and economic news to watch out for in the days to come… by The South Africa Brief September 1, 2025 News
Joburg’s road to hell Two curious appointments in the past month highlight the dearth of leadership in the City of Joburg… by Shirley de Villiers August 29, 2025 Opinion·Politics
‘How BEE is hobbling South Africa’s economy’ South Africa is stuck – and part of the problem is how power is centralised in the country… by Rob Rose August 29, 2025 Analysis·Economy & Markets 1
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