BNC#6: Rob Hersov goes off script, announces retirement from politics

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In a surprising turn at BNC#6 in Hermanus, Entrepreneur, activist and keynote speaker Rob Hersov ditched his meticulously crafted speech, opting for authenticity over rhetoric. Reflecting on advice from peers and family, he abandoned the scripted narrative to speak from the heart. Revealing hard truths about South Africa's political landscape, he challenged the status quo and called for urgent reform. With a candid approach, he bid farewell to political activism, prioritising family and truth above all else.
25 Mar 2024 8AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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