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BNC#8: Prince Mashele Q&A - Why it's time for South Africa's best minds to take power

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A bold call to action: South Africa needs more than talk - it needs execution. Educated citizens must step into politics, fund change, and build a credible, merit-driven alternative to failing systems. This vision demands courage, sacrifice, and unity across races and classes to restore hope, drive growth, and reclaim the country’s future through competent, ethical leadership.

1 Apr 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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