The first 30 years of apartheid
Apartheid essentially began in May 1948 when the National Party won the whites-only general election (on seats, not on total votes). It eventually set up
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How far into your life can a company reach? | Daily Friend Wrap
Nicholas Lorimer and Chris Hattingh discuss the case of a woman fired for smoking at home. They also discuss the slow rate of economic growth and the latest by-elections. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfUidREeyOE
Political arrangements to consider, or avoid, after 29 May
A coalition between the African National Congress (ANC) and one or two Multi-Party Charter (MPC) parties after 29 May would be the kiss of death for the latter, and must be avoided at all costs. But there are other options
Is Zuma very sick? | Daily Friend Wrap
Hermann Pretorius and Nicholas Lorimer discuss the news reports that Zuma has had a spell of poor health recently. They also discuss the attempted arrest of the City Manager of Johannesburg and, lastly, they talk about a proposal from the
South Africa and the new world order
The breakout of World War III might not be imminent, but there is a new Cold War marked by heightened tensions and a growing risk of global conflict. Historians might yet write of our times and the conflicts in the
Zuma and MK coming for your stuff | Daily Friend Wrap
Nicholas Lorimer and Marius Roodt discuss the crazy ideas proposed by Jacob Zuma’s MK party. They also discuss Terrorist funding in South Africa and illegal electricity connections. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fp-swZUAsWE
How ANC and DA differ on industrial policy
The ANC wants to double down on its industry Master Plans. The DA says it won’t pick winners and losers. ‘The ANC,’ says the ANC, ‘is working to transform the economy to focus on increased industrialisation, jobs and opportunities for