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SA’s police at a crossroads: Politics, crime, and the fight for reform
Key topics:Police reform reversed by ANC political interference and elite contestationRising crime linked to politicised policing and resource misallocationUrgent calls to depoliticise police and ensure democratic accountability
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After South Africa’s firstdemocratic elections in 1994there was significant optimism about police reform in the country. Impressive steps were taken to bring the South African Police Service under civilian control and...
De Beer:SA’s “Wrecking ball” politics
Politics tamfitronics In his weekly Sunday Show with BizNews, Neil de Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), dissects the “Wrecking Ball” politics that is currently reaching epic levels in South Africa, and talks about some of the politicians who are at the forefront of the political infighting, including Helen Zille, Dr Pieter Groenewald, Herman Mashaba, Panyaza Lesufi, Cilliers Brink…De Beer further comments on AfriForum wanting the Democratic Alliance and the Vryheidsfront Plus to leave the Government of National Unity (GNU) if the BELA Bill is signed into law unchanged. He also gives his take on “The Confessions of a Former Politician” being posted on X by Ronaldo Gouws who was kicked out of the DA and Parliament.Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to...
SA’s GNU has failed its first test: Terence Corrigan
Politics tamfitronics The Government of National Unity (GNU) in South Africa, while not Terence Corrigan’s first choice, now stands as a reality. Its success is critical not because it can reverse South Africa’s decline alone, but as a signal of course correction. Early signs are worrisome to Corrigan, especially with the appointment of controversial figures like Dr. John Hlophe to key judicial roles, undermining constitutional governance. The ANC’s decision to back such appointments, despite opportunities to oppose them, weakens the principles on which the GNU was founded. This troubling start raises concerns about the future stability and integrity of South African politics.Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Registerhere.Join us...
SA’s GNU must harness moderation and goodwill for growth: Terence Corrigan
Politics tamfitronics In his articleSolly Moeng urges the Government of National Unity (GNU) to embrace a healing and cooperative approach to politics. He advocates for a focus on constitutionalism, institutional rejuvenation, and addressing South Africans’ top priorities: employment and corruption. By recognizing broad public consensus and avoiding divisive politics, the GNU has a chance to reset the nation’s path and foster economic and social progress, aligning with the electorate’s moderate, pragmatic aspirations.Sign up for your early morning brew of the BizNews Insider to keep you up to speed with the content that matters. The newsletter will land in your inbox at 5:30am weekdays. Registerhere.Join us for BizNews’ first investment-focused conference on Thursday, 12 September, in Hermanus, featuring top experts like Frans Cronje, Piet Viljoen, and more. Get insights on electricity and exploiting SA’s gas bounty...
