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Party control over MPs violates the separation of powers between the executive and the legislature, which came to light during Jacob Zuma’s presidency. Photo: File
CONSTITUTION

Democracy at a crossroads in South Africa – and the US

Democracy – government of the people, by the people, for the people – cannot prevail while wealth is concentrated in the hands of the few

  • Ursula van Beek
5 min read
The government of national unity. Photo: @Presidency/ZA/X
BASIC EDUCATION AMENDMENT ACT

SA must establish a clear separation of powers between the executive and parliament

Given the shaky coalition government, two sections in the Constitution appear to create a quandary regarding ministers actions in the cabinet

  • David Mohale
5 min read
Sibanye-Stillwater released dire results on Tuesday, showing that the mining company had a R37.4 billion loss last year, after recording a R19 billion profit the year before. (Waldo Swiegers/Bloomberg via Getty Image)
EXECUTIVE

How executives’ salaries for listed companies are structured

These firms are not required to disclose wage gaps and there is no incentive for remuneration committees or consultants to push for lower executive salaries or to lessen the wage…

  • Anathi Madubela
6 min read
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA

It’s a Covid-style Sona 2021: No red carpet and high fashion

Only 50 people will be present and everyone else will attend online, which is likely to save the state some money

  • Eunice Masson
2 min read