WSM: Pretoria is oblivious to widespread public anger, many potential sparks that could inflame SA

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Veteran columnist William Saunderson-Meyer joins Alec Hogg to discuss South Africa’s mounting political crisis, faltering leadership under Cyril Ramaphosa, and the crumbling promise of the GNU. With 32 years of insight from his "Jaundiced Eye" column, Saunderson-Meyer explores rising public discontent, institutional decay, and the urgent need for political change.
21 Jul 2025 6AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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