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Urgent Action Needed On Vehicle Industry As Reform Momentum Shows Mixed Progress

The government must urgently finalise new energy vehicles policy, refine tariffs and…

Busi Mavuso

Coming Soon: An EU Plan To Combat Youth Poverty

Giles Merritt reports on an ambitious strategy for tackling the barriers that…

Giles Merritt

South Africa’s Reform Success Creates Options In A Disrupted Global Order

South Africa showcased concrete reform achievements at Davos: the FATF grey list…

Busi Mavuso

Understanding FINMA Regulations: What Businesses Must Know In 2026

Learn the key FINMA regulatory updates for 2026, including AML requirements, crypto…

Steve Williamson

Africa’s Moment, If We Get Reading Right

One of the most consistent patterns we have seen is that too…

The African Energy Transition Provides Opportunity

A heavy reliance on fossil fuel exports means that many African nations…

NJ Ayuk

Unpalatable Choices For An EU With Shrinking Options

Giles Merritt urges a rigorous re-think of Europe’s strengths and weaknesses to…

Giles Merritt

Best Starting Point In Years, With 3 Clear Priorities Ahead

South Africa enters 2026 with high commodity prices, reliable electricity, stable finances…

Busi Mavuso

Optimising Maintenance, Repair, And Operations Through Artificial Intelligence

Organisations that embrace AI strategically, align it with core processes, and invest…

De Wet Joubert