by @ifaisa | Mar 9, 2026 | Chapter 9, General
In recent days a new website called “PM27.org.za” has attracted a great deal of media attention. Simply google “PM27” to find the extensive mainstream media coverage. P and M are the initials of Patrice Motsepe, a novice in party politics who is the brother-in-law of...
by @ifaisa | Mar 4, 2026 | Chapter 9, General
Post-apartheid governance failures overshadow historic inequalities March 04, 2026 at 05:00 am Neil Emerick is quite right to add dignity to the debate about BEE — whether that acronym stands for black economic empowerment or black elite enrichment (“Adding dignity to...
by @ifaisa | Mar 3, 2026 | Chapter 9, General
Paul Hoffman | 26 February 2026 Paul Hoffman says unlike with the US Constitution the SA one does not include an express right to bear arms but… During SONA President Ramaphosa let it be known that his government is desirous of passing legislation further controlling...
by @ifaisa | Mar 3, 2026 | Chapter 9, General
Paul Hoffman All too often it is assumed that the common legal phrase “without fear, favour or prejudice”, as it is used in the SA Constitution, is merely a synonym for “independence” and that those enjoined to act without fear favour or prejudice are required to act...
by @ifaisa | Feb 19, 2026 | Chapter 9, General
Paul Hoffman | 16 February 2026 Paul Hoffman says an independent body to deal effectively with corruption and organised crime is long overdue in SA The SONA of 2026, delivered in the city hall of Cape Town by President Cyril Ramaphosa contains a vital message worth...
