Land expropriation will destroy food security
"The decision of the National Assembly to review Article 25 of the Constitution to provide for the principle of land expropriation without compensation is...
Cape Town’s property market is so whack – a parking bay is selling for...
We’ve told you before that the Cape Town property market is taking the piss. But please, indulge us with the latest stupidity.
A parking...
Are the rating agencies wolves in sheep’s clothing?
The time has arrived to investigate, or “rate”, rating agencies, with specific reference to S&P Global Ratings. More so,
I feel strongly that...
Artificial Intelligence: Harnessing the true potential of this revolutionary force
As we race towards an uncertain future, one thing’s for sure: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay. We cannot know exactly how it will reshape our...
South Africa in the Fourth Industrial Revolution – a new opportunity to create more...
Business Leadership SA’s “Contract with South Africa” commits us to strive for inclusive growth, job creation and transformation. To become a truly modern, prosperous,...
The end of South African universities?
Jonathan Jansen, vice-chancellor of the University of the Free State in South Africa until a year ago, has written a book on the country’s...
Head in the sand: Eskom fails in a land of cheap energy
Renewables pose a threat to coal and nuclear, because wind and solar are undeniably cheaper forms of energy, argues Dom Wills.
This year...
Parliament’s historic moment: hope springs eternal
The history books will one day teach that today’s events in Parliament could have brought about a crucial turning point in the tragic deterioration...
Credit Card vs Cash in Africa – on the verge of convergence
According to a recent study conducted by Mastercard, over 50% of the South African population still transact using cash on a daily basis. This is...
Why is Cape Town not looking to desalination plants?
The city's catchment area normally gets most of its rain in winter, yet winter is almost over - and dam levels currently stand at only about...
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