South Africa’s informal sector creates jobs, but shouldn't be romanticised: Working hours in the informal sector are long, and earnings often low ShutterstockThe publication of South Africa’s latest unemployment figures was accompanied by the usual wringing of hands and promises of job creation. This time, however, a new controversy arose because of an argument that official … [Read more...] about South Africa’s informal sector creates jobs, but shouldn’t be romanticised | The Conversation
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Dialogue does not mean defeat: rethinking Africa’s stance on counter-terrorism | The Conversation
Dialogue does not mean defeat: rethinking Africa’s stance on counter-terrorism: Several African states are struggling to stem violent extremism Wikimedia CommonsWhen neither opponent can achieve the upper hand in a game of chess, it’s only a matter of time before a stalemate is declared. In a protracted battle in which no-one enjoys the upper hand, the question is not if but … [Read more...] about Dialogue does not mean defeat: rethinking Africa’s stance on counter-terrorism | The Conversation
South Africa’s own Superman, Siv Ngesi
South Africa’s own Superman, Siv Ngesi: Siv Ngesi It is common knowledge that we enjoy working with kind people and since we met Siv Ngesi we knew he was a kind man. But as our working relationship evolved, we came to learn that not only is Siv a kind person, he is also one of the most compassionate and ambitious people that we have ever crossed paths with. You may know that … [Read more...] about South Africa’s own Superman, Siv Ngesi
South Africa’s new economic proposals highlight the role of services | The Conversation
South Africa's new economic proposals highlight the role of services: South African companies have strengths on which to build on, particularly in telecoms ShutterstockSouth Africa’s Finance Minister Tito Mboweni recently published a package of economic policy proposals that warrant serious consideration. They are aimed at reviving the flagging economy whose growth over the … [Read more...] about South Africa’s new economic proposals highlight the role of services | The Conversation
Politician who turned down a bribe offers a recipe to end South Africa’s malaise | The Conversation
Politician who turned down a bribe offers a recipe to end South Africa's malaise: Mcebisi Jonas appears at a commission probing grand corruption in South Africa. Alon Skuy © Sunday Times.A book whose author has refused a R600 000 000 bribe is a book that comes highly recommended. But be warned. The book, After Dawn: Hope after State Capture, is devoid of all autobiography, … [Read more...] about Politician who turned down a bribe offers a recipe to end South Africa’s malaise | The Conversation
