[Opinion] SA needs a port in a storm
Congestion at South African ports is crippling the country’s economy, further increasing costs. CHRIS HATTINGH says it is vital that the country ups its logistics game.
[Letter] Anti-graft guarantees
Sanral wants private sector funding, but it should first provide guarantees of improved financial management.
[Letter] Eskom execs running from toxic ANC
Party policies and cadre deployment are behind utility's demise.
[Opinion] South Africa’s living conditions: navigating challenges and pursuing equity
South Africa, a nation of stark contrasts and immense potential, has long struggled with issues of housing and access to essential services.
[Opinion] From conspiracy theory to reality?
The cliché American conspiracy-theory trope, “they’re watching”, is an overused storyline common to the American screen, from “conspiracy nut” comedies to dark action-packed spy blockbusters. But this trope could become a South African reality if the new General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill (GILAB) comes into play.
[News] Government budget cuts could lead to social unrest
The government might have to cut back on spending for social services due to budget constraints, which could lead to social unrest and increased frustration with the status quo. This is according to economist and head of policy analysis at the Centre For Risk Analysis Chris Hattingh.
[Video] Discussion | Treasury considers drastic cost-cutting measures
National Treasury is reportedly preparing a raft of cost-cutting measures as it's coffers run dry. These include getting departments and other sectors of government to reduce their spending. Economist Chris Hattingh, spoke to eNCA.
[Opinion] Academic contest is a (dirty) fighting sport, and so it should be
Whether a piece of commentary rubs you up the wrong or the right way is not what is relevant; what’s important is that an opinion rubbed you up at all.
