The threat to South Africa's democracy runs deeper than state capture: A protest in South Africa against housing shortages. EPA/Kim LudbrookA recently released report written by a group of South African social scientists, “Betrayal of the Promise”, considers the widespread capture of state institutions by a network linked to President Jacob Zuma and declares it “a silent coup.” … [Read more...] about The threat to South Africa’s democracy runs deeper than state capture | The Conversation
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Corrupt state owned enterprises lie at the heart of South Africa’s economic woes | The Conversation
Corrupt state owned enterprises lie at the heart of South Africa's economic woes: Demonstrators march against corruption in South Africa. Reuters/Mike HutchingsThe prevailing economic crisis sweeping through South Africa is a direct result of economic mismanagement largely shaped by the looting of state owned enterprises. Many are in deep trouble. Sheer incompetence and … [Read more...] about Corrupt state owned enterprises lie at the heart of South Africa’s economic woes | The Conversation
.com | New state capture report a ‘cocktail of patronage’ – foundations
.com | New state capture report a ‘cocktail of patronage’ – foundations: .com | New state capture report a ‘cocktail of patronage’ – foundations: While a cool weekend is expected across most of the country, SA Weather Service warns that frost is expected in places over the Free State and North-West on Sunday. Johannesburg Former President FW de Klerk's … [Read more...] about .com | New state capture report a ‘cocktail of patronage’ – foundations
Secretary’s Remarks: On the Occasion of the State of Eritrea’s National Day
APO News from Africa: Secretary's Remarks: On the Occasion of the State of Eritrea's National Day: On behalf of the government and the people of the United States, congratulations to the people of Eritrea on the 26th anniversary of your nation on May 24th. As the country celebrates, we share the hopes of the Eritrean people for a free, peaceful, and productive future. … [Read more...] about Secretary’s Remarks: On the Occasion of the State of Eritrea’s National Day
SA News: ‘Mafia state’ claim by churches is worrying – Ramaphosa
'Mafia state' claim by churches is worrying - Ramaphosa: "It’s something that should make all of us sad, that the South Africa of Nelson Mandela is now being said to be on the brink of becoming a mafia state," he said, delivering the SACP’s Moses Kotane lecture in Rustenburg on Sunday. Last week, the SACC ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews SA Wheelchair Tennis’ Evans … [Read more...] about SA News: ‘Mafia state’ claim by churches is worrying – Ramaphosa
