For all we know, the higher education sector might even have some senior managers who aid and abet institutional capture, just like the Madlanga Commission has outed some high-ranking police officers alleged to have facilitated police capture

This influence goes beyond funding. It shows up in how systems for decision-making are designed, how public policies are shaped and even who sits at the table. Over time, this creates a situation where African initiatives remain African in name but are partly shaped by external actors in how they function

A recent High Court ruling made it clear that courts may block enforcement when levy collection costs spiral out of proportion to the debt itself.

South Africa has seen an increase in the number of citizens living abroad choosing to return to the country.

In an emotional farewell at the DA’s federal congress, John Steenhuisen said he was waiting for the new leadership to decide his fate

Outgoing federal council Helen Zille calls on delegates to campaign in good spirit and accept congress outcomes

Transnet’s inability to meet demand with its freight logistics is severely constraining South Africa’s growth.

Botswana is holding to its ambition of buying a controlling stake in De Beers from Anglo American, potentially dampening interest from some private investors looking to acquire the diamond giant. 

Many businesses in South Africa’s large informal sector remain outside the formal tax system, prompting SARS to step up enforcement.