Tag: economy

• Unpacking the Truth Behind South Africa’s Unemployment Numbers

  Jun 13

  By Nco Dube | 12 June 2025 South Africa’s unemployment rate is a lightning rod for political debate, economic anxiety, and public frustration. In the wake of Capitec CEO Gerrie… more ›

• ANC’s 2025 Budget Fails South Africa’s Most Vulnerable

  Mar 14

  The ANC’s 2025 National Budget, presented by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, outlines a R2.59 trillion plan that aims to address growth and equity. However, it is criticized for deepening inequality,… more ›

• ANC’s Fiscal Fiasco: A Betrayal of the Poor and a Failure of Leadership

  Feb 20

  The African National Congress (ANC), once a champion for the marginalized, is now criticized for its poor governance and betrayal of its core constituents following the last-minute postponement of the… more ›

• Understanding South Africa’s Rising Public Debt

  Dec 5

  Public debt, or national debt, is a key element of government finances, reflecting the total amount owed to creditors, both domestic and foreign. In South Africa, the public debt has… more ›

• A Critical Analysis of SA Economic Policies Since 1994

  May 13

  By Nco Dube A complex interplay of historical, social, and political factors has shaped South Africa’s economic policies. Since the end of apartheid, the country has implemented various economic strategies… more ›