The far left is re-introducing segregation
Infected by critical race theory, university campuses are beginning to re-introduce segregation based on race, gender and other identity signifiers. When Louis Farrakhan, leader of
NHI will miss the mark on SA’s health problems
In a Brenthurst Wealth research note published in April this year, the late economist Mike Schüssler pointed out that there were just 6.8 million taxpayers
We are paying the price for not going after dirty money
From October, the world might have to be a lot more careful about doing business with South Africa. It will mean more form-filling and hassles
Americans pay less for stuff than we do
Rich people in developed countries pay less for all manner of things than poor South Africans do. Government ought to unilaterally drop import barriers to
How seeking validation blocks solutions
As people naturally seek validation of strongly held beliefs, it is easy for the ANC to exploit polarisation. The inability either to deter last July’s
Greens take from the poor to give to the rich
The essential effect of the green economy is to transfer wealth from the poor to the rich. This single consequence comes under many titles, such
Magda Wierzycka vs Iqbal Survé
Magda Wierzycka, in her recently published book, breaks the news that her defamation court case against Iqbal Survé for a racism allegation against her will
Learning lessons: What can Asia teach South Africa? – Part Two
Last week’s column discussed how South Africa’s economic experience in recent years differed from that of Indonesia and Vietnam. All three are middle-income countries, but
Gautrain extension must be opposed
The Gautrain Management Agency has announced a proposed new route to extend its rapid rail network. That the Gautrain is a failure is just one
The Amritsar crisis
This Week in History recalls memorable and decisive events and personalities of the past. 5th June 1984 – Operation Blue Star: Under orders from Prime Minister