Expert Analysis
How committed is SA to reducing fossil fuel dependence?
Breaking South Africa’s dependence on coal and other hydrocarbons is crucial for the country to meet its energy security needs.
Foreign troop withdrawal from Mali – let history not repeat itself
It is important that the withdrawal of foreign troops from Mali does not create a power vacuum for the jihadists to exploit, as was seen in Afghanistan.
Russia’s aggression in Europe is highly destructive for African nations
Russia’s aggression in Europe is highly destructive for African nations
Running towards a fiscal cliff with no parachute
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s maiden budget speech makes all the right noises. But it lacks a critical focus on key governance outcomes and a real strategy to address the risks.
Shell judgment shows that environment matters
Shell judgement shows that environment matters
A ‘good news’ budget still needs a sustainable governance strategy
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s maiden budget speech is being billed as good news. Overall tax revenue is estimated at R210 billion more than expected. In November last year, Godongwana only expected that amount to be R100 billion. A R210 billion windfall is...
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