Jeff Rudin 1

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Analysis of inequality in South Africa remains shallow

Article Jeff Rudin 1 - 1 Dec 2019

The emergence of an upwardly mobile black elite is a success story, but it remains under wraps

Zuma’s plan for radical economic transformation is just BEE on steriods

Article Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 25 Apr 2017

The president is explicit: white monopoly capital causes black poverty, justifying the black elite being the only beneficiaries of economic change.

Race reinvented for post-apartheid SA

Analysis Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 6 Apr 2016

Two decades since 1994, we’re still stuck in the racial categories of the old regime - a colour-coding of class from which only the rich benefit.

No fees: Breathe fire into ubuntu

Article Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 26 Nov 2015

South Africa can afford fee-free universities without squeezing them to make do with even less.

A green economy grows jobs

Analysis Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 8 Oct 2015

There is no trade-off between a lower carbon economy and unemployment and poverty.

Class elephant ironically ignored

Analysis Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 19 Jun 2014

The class of class struggle is much more than just an objective measure of poverty or wealth, of inequality or economic power.

Wage gap kept wide open by top echelons

Analysis Dick Forslund, Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 1 May 2014

Section 27 of the Employment Equity Act has been largely ignored since 1998, even by Cosatu, write Dick Forslund and Jeff Rudin.

Symbolic policy can’t paper over NDP’s widening cracks

Analysis Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 20 Sep 2013

An encouraging investment climate takes priority over good climate-change intentions.

Green economy: Humanity’s long, slow suicide

Analysis Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 31 May 2013

The much-vaunted green economy is an illusion that hides that nothing much has changed, says Jeff Rudin.

Capitalists put profit ahead of attempts to save the planet

Article Jeff Rudin 1 & Jeff Rudin - 7 Sep 2012

Karl Marx noted that the last capitalist would sell the rope used for his own hanging and the burying of the system.

Press Releases

Special Reports

Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection

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Mental Health

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

During the pandemic there's been a dramatic increase in depression, anxiety and suicides, according to some of the surveys done

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Expert financial advice still recommended – especially in uncertain times

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

A financial advisor is an expert who will help you to protect your wealth and make a realistic plan when unexpected events threaten your wellbeing

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What is a virtual card, and how does it work?

special reports - 15 Oct 2020

A virtual card lets you pay online without ever having to take your card from your wallet or exposing your actual account information