đź”’ FT: A lesson for oligarchs like Musk – politics can be deadly 17th January 2025 The emergence of a powerful tech elite close to Donald Trump has jarring echoes with Russia
Andrew Kenny: After 30 years in power, verdict is obvious – Where ANC wins, SA loses 12th January 2025 After 30 years of ANC rule, South Africa faces widespread unemployment and failing infrastructure.
The Hammanskraal water crisis: How political unity achieved the impossible – Jordan Griffiths 12th January 2025 A groundbreaking partnership between Cilliers Brink and Senzo Mchunu delivered a modular water plant.
đź”’ Vietnam’s communists, feted by ANC, embrace Musk and Milei’s Big State cuts 10th January 2025 Vietnam is embarking on its most ambitious administrative overhaul since the 1980s.
NSN: With Trump back, SA needs to urgently rethink stance on Israel, BRICS 10th January 2025 Tony Carroll, a key architect of AGOA, warns SA to soften its stances on Israel and BRICS.
Indonesia joins BRICS, boosting global South’s influence 8th January 2025 Indonesia aims to amplify the voice of developing nations in global decision-making.
Woke icon Justin Trudeau resigns after party rejects his leadership 7th January 2025 Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation.
🔒 FT: Javier Milei’s next economic mission: affordable air fryers 7th January 2025 Libertarian President Javier Milei is transforming Argentina’s economy.
Zuma’s defiance: Judiciary feud and rising tensions – Patrick Mclaughlin 6th January 2025 Jacob Zuma’s quest to exploit cracks in the system remains as fiery as ever.
đź”’ Elon Musk turns on Farage – urges party to appoint a new leader 6th January 2025 Once aligned, Musk now questions Farage’s leadership while continuing to target Starmer and Labour.
