Cronyism
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Political observers: SA has become a police state
Several political observers have hinted that a recent spate of incidents – dismissed as random acts of crime – may be the workings of state security.
Puppet master ensures that he alone pulls the strings
Zuma holds the key to the fates and fortunes of many of the most powerful names in South African politics.
Two more Zuma allies lined up for key state positions
The likely choices to head both the Independent Electoral Commission and intelligence are raising unease in opposition circles.
Editorial: Crony protection violates the law
It should not be possible for people facing serious claims of misconduct to get government jobs or to shift from one branch of government to another.
R10 a pencil: Tshwane metro overpays to benefit certain vendors
The Tshwane Metro has been paying too much for goods in order to benefit certain providers, say newspaper reports.