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Allegations of flouting international arms control rules, let alone being party to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, place the South African defence industry in a precarious position globally.
The book is a gripping read for anyone interested in late 20th century history, and in the end of apartheid.
The crux of the arms-to-Russia allegations relates to the content of the US intelligence reports.
Mashatile could be the new broom that sweeps clean. Ramaphosa’s apparent confidence in him suggests that he has some latitude to do so.
The government must not trample on its own laws and court decisions. Compliance with the constitution must be the priority.
The industry has the potential to create jobs, alleviate poverty and help reduce the extreme inequality in South Africa
Perhaps the combination of religious rhetoric and secular laws is a winning electoral strategy.
Having an intelligence service that is not fit for purpose means the country is vulnerable to security threats from within and outside the country.
South Africa’s minister of finance should have used the bailout of Eskom to fast-track its split and introduce the private sector into the electricity sector.
The veteran liberation struggle activist brings gravitas to every position he occupies.
Deciding on the best system isn’t a simple matter. There’s a bewildering array of jargon to sift through and many elements to consider.
The decline in support for the ANC suggests that coalition governments will become increasingly common in the country, affecting its appointment policy.
A 1971 law, and the parallel growth of an illegal economy, shaped South Africa’s unique cannabis landscape.
It has become increasingly clear that the country needs to start thinking of life without Ramaphosa - and the ANC - in charge.
Eskom needs a new management team, this is clear. But the country also needs new leadership.
The country’s long-dominant party has been losing support in elections.
Despite its vagueness, the RET has become central to the contemporary ANC. It is destined to remain a powerful bloc within the party, and a constant constraint on Ramaphosa leadership.
The impeachment process could derail Ramaphosa’s political career and seriously hurt the governing ANC’s electoral prospects in 2024.
The new process of impeachment requires an objective test to be met.
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