SONA 2026: FROM PROMISES TO PERFORMANCE IN SOUTH AFRICA’S ECONOMY
The 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines government’s priorities for economic growth, service delivery, infrastructure investment and the fight against crime. Constitutionally, SONA is not merely ceremonial. It is a foundational mechanism through which Parliament is enabled to exercise oversight and set the national policy agenda. In this […]
AFRICA MUST UNSHACKLE ITSELF FROM THE CHAINS OF BUREAUCRACY TO THRIVE
Mother Africa is pregnant with possibilities — abundant natural resources, a young and dynamic population, expanding digital connectivity, and untapped markets that, if harnessed, could turn the continent into a global economic powerhouse. But these opportunities will remain a mirage unless we confront a painful, inconvenient truth: Africa is making it far too difficult to do business. Everywhere […]
EMPOWERING MINING COMMUNITIES: A HUMAN RIGHTS IMPERATIVE
Human Rights Month is a time for reflection and action. It reminds us of our responsibility to uphold the dignity, equality, and well-being of all people. One sector that often falls short in this regard is the mining industry, despite its immense contributions to economies worldwide. While mining generates wealth, too often, the communities that […]