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SA has dodged the money-printing bullet but must remain on guard
Modern Monetary Theorists (MMTers) use lots of technical jargon to conceal the asininity of their proposal.
SA’s bloated state – if not a chainsaw, at least a panga
The GNU has resulted in a more hopeful and stable outlook for South Africa but has brought about more ministers.
The fall and potential rise of the Joburg CBD
People who choose to stay in the city have increasingly fewer public spaces to turn to.
Don’t tax investment
The more friendly the investment environment, the wealthier the country.
The real cost of the Competition Commission
The unchecked authority of the Competition Commission has contributed to South Africa’s economic stagnation.
Why monetary expansion is harmful and unnecessary
MMTers employ all kinds of sophisms to try to hide the fact that deficits are indeed inflationary and therefore harmful to economies.
Now is the time for the GNU to pre-empt the radicals on the Reserve Bank
Reckless monetary policy is the kiss of death for any society. It should be a no-brainer that the GNU should take steps to insulate SA’s
Daily Investor: Zakhele Mthembu on Road Accident Fund (11 December 2024)
Zakhele Mthembu was featured in Daily Investor on the collapse of the Road Accident Fund.
Crucial link between markets and freedom to think
People who trade want more trading options, not less, and prejudicial policies limit the number of options.
RSG: Martin van Staden on regulation (10 December 2024)
Martin van Staden was featured on RSG on the proposed regulations on spaza shops.
How judicial overreach blocks progress in South African agriculture
This ruling sets a dangerous precedent by blocking a technology that could improve food security in South Africa.
The Star: Martin van Staden on regulation (9 December 2024)
Martin van Staden was featured in The Star on the proposed regulations on spaza shops.