In December, the Inclusive Society Institute published a research report on the damage inflicted on the South African economy as a result of excessively restrictive monetary policy, which led to record high interest rates and subsequent GDP growth of barely above zero.

The extravagant media publicity surrounding South Africa’s hosting of the 2025 G20 Summit in Johannesburg has masked the reality of a country in desperate need to grow its economy at rates commensurate with lowering an alarmingly high unemployment rate.

The proceedings of the Judicial Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System, more commonly known as the Madlanga Commission, bear a resemblance to a horror story.

On Balance, by Dr Roelof Botha, deliberately emphasises positive news, which often highlights the resilience of the South African economy and the immense scope for new business opportunities.