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Exposing the Truth About South Africa’s Collapse with Rob Hersov...

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Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Rob Hersov about his privileged upbringing during apartheid in South Africa. How a childhood realisation about racial injustice opened his eyes, his family's role in the country's mining industry, South Africa's complex history of colonisation and ethnic groups. The origin and downfall of apartheid and the ANC’s rise to power in 1994. How post-apartheid South Africa initially thrived as a meritocracy. The nation's decline beginning in 2008 under Jacob Zuma. The contrast between global perceptions and internal realities. How the ANC's implementation of a Soviet-inspired playbook led to South Africa's decline.  Nelson Mandela and Mbeki held things together, but Jacob Zuma and Cyril Ramaphosa accelerated state capture and radical economic transformation. Cadre deployment replaced competent workers with loyalists, undermining basic services and infrastructure.  Black economic empowerment policies shifted from inclusive to be...

Corné Mulder: “Predictable, avoidable catastrophe” - Cyril’s GNU partner...

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Freedom Front Plus leader Corné Mulder is breathing fire in this interview where he laments the “catastrophe” inflicted on South Africans in the Oval Office this week. Mulder says Trump asked the right questions to which the SA delegation has no answers because of wilful ignorance or outright denial. Attempts to deflect Trump’s criticism, he says, portrayed a picture of South Africa being a criminal-infested economic wasteland. Mulder spoke to BizNews editor Alec Hogg.

How We Can All Be Messengers of Hope...

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We ALL NEED to EDUCATE OURSELVES By READING, WATCHING, LISTENING, and LEARNING. SHARING what we LEARN, and being MESSENGERS OF HOPE . ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hope can feel like a fragile flame in a world that often feels weighed down by uncertainty. But hope does not belong only to the fortunate or the fearless. It belongs to everyone. More importantly, it can be shared. Each one of us has the power to be a messenger of hope. To carry its light into dark places. And to remind others that better days are still ahead. The Power of a Single Act. Hope doesn’t require grand gestures. It starts with small, sincere actions. A kind word, a listening ear, a helping hand. When someone is struggling, having someone believe in them can make a difference. These simple acts may seem trivial. But they can restore someone's faith in themselves. A smile offered to a stranger. A supportive message sent to a friend. Or a moment of patience in a tense situation. Thes...

What’s next for South Africa: Chief Rabbi talks to Dr Frans Cronje on the future of our country...

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In this conversation, all the big issues of the day are discussed. The GNU’s survival, the decline of the ANC, Trump’s approach to SA, the expropriation act, employment equity, NHI, electricity, Israel and SA’s foreign policy, and much more. Dr Cronje’s ground-breaking data and insights shift the way to think about South Africa. They offer a rational framework for understanding and responding proactively to the trends shaping the country’s future. If you are someone who cares about South Africa’s direction, this conversation matters .

Why We All Need to EDUCATE OURSELVES...

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The modern world is overflowing with noise, confusion, and challenge. But there's a simple, powerful truth: We All Need to Educate Ourselves . Now more than ever. This isn’t a luxury. It is a responsibility. We each hold the power to expand our minds. To awaken our perspectives. And deepen our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.  But how do we do this? We Read:  We pick up books, articles, essays. Whether digital or physical. And we feed our minds with ideas, stories, facts, and philosophies to help us grow. Reading stretches our imagination. It sharpens our critical thinking. And it connects us with voices from the past and present. It gives us context, nuance, and depth.  We Watch:  Documentaries, educational videos, talks, and interviews. There is an ocean of knowledge waiting to be absorbed. Visual learning engages our senses and can bring complex topics to life in a way that sticks. When we watch with purpose, we see more than entertainment. We s...

Simplify Your Life and Still Be Happy...

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  A Guide to Living with Less and Loving It More With life always pushing us to do more, buy more, and be more, it's easy to feel swamped. But the key to happiness isn't to add more, but to do with less. Simplifying our lives doesn't mean sacrificing happiness. It means redefining it. When we remove the unneeded, we make room for what matters. Declutter Your Space, Declutter Your Mind. Clutter isn’t just physical, it’s mental. The more we surround ourselves with things we don’t need, the more distracted and stressed we become. Start with a small area: your desk, a drawer, your closet. Ask yourself: Do I use this? Does this bring me happiness? If the answer is no, let it go. A cleaner space can create a clearer mind. Cut Down on Commitments. Modern life often feels like a calendar full of obligations. Social events, work meetings, and errands. It never ends. But simplifying your schedule doesn’t mean becoming a recluse. It means learning to say no to things that...

Today is a Learning Experience for a Better Tomorrow...

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Many of us view life as a continuous journey of learning and growth.  We encounter a range of experiences, some positive and some negative.  Challenges, and opportunities to provide valuable lessons and insights.  We learn new skills and gain knowledge. Or improve our emotional intelligence. By trying different things, we get a chance to learn and evolve.  Adding to our personal and intellectual development.  Life as a learning exercise underlines our experiences.  Be they positive or negative.  Whether we are learning about Marketing.  Or How to Sell more using Email .  Or how to find a different way to market our own businesses with new methods.  Or even learning where we can buy stuff for loved ones.  Everything is all about learning - even how to earn a living.   First we Learn, then we Earn!  By embracing this perspective, we approach life with curiosity.  An open mind, and a willingness to learn from every situa...

How to Turn Plans into Actions...

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Making plans is easy. But turning them into meaningful actions? That’s where the challenge begins. Whether it’s starting a business, learning a new skill, or building healthier habits. The gap between planning and doing often feels like a canyon. The good news? With the right mindset and strategies, you can cross it. Here’s how to turn your plans into real-world progress. Get Specific: Vague plans lead to vague results. “I want to get fit” is a nice idea, but it’s not actionable. Instead, define your goal clearly: Vague: Get fit. Specific: Go to the gym three times a week for 45 minutes. Break your big vision into smaller, concrete steps. This makes the task more manageable and gives you a clearer starting point. Set a Timeline: A plan without a deadline is just a dream. Assign dates to your goals and tasks. Use tools like calendars, habit trackers, or project management apps to stay on course. Avoid perfectionism by focusing on progress over precision. Deadlines create momentum—even...

Food and water are necessities. Everything else is a luxury.

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Back to Basics: Food, Water, and the Illusion of Necessity Our lives are brimming with distractions, desires, and digital overload. It’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We spend our days chasing goals, accumulating things, and striving for more. More success, more convenience, more recognition. But when you strip everything back to basics, what do we really need? Food and water. Nothing more. These two simple necessities sustain every human life on this planet. They are the foundation upon which all else is built. Yet we seldom stop to appreciate their importance. We've built complex lives filled with objects and obligations. Wrongly elevating wants to the level of needs. The truth is, everything beyond food and water is a luxury. Your new smartphone? A luxury. Your big, expensive car? A luxury. The soft bed, the streaming shows, the gourmet coffee, the gym membership, the new pair of shoes. All luxuries. That’s not to say luxuries are bad. They can enrich our lives, ins...

How Ordinary People Like Us Can Make a Difference in the Governing of Our Country...

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Just thinking about government and politics, it's so easy to feel powerless. Or Hopeless. When distant officials in high offices make the rules, they shape our lives. But ordinary people like us can influence how our country is governed. Here are a few tips that I hope will encourage more people to become involved in their local communities. Stay Informed and Educated Knowledge is power. Read, Watch, Listen and LEARN. Understanding how our government works is the first step to making a difference. What laws are being proposed, and how do different policies affect people? Read diverse news sources, attend community meetings, and don't hesitate to ask questions. When you're informed, you can make decisions. And have conversations with confidence.  Vote, and Encourage Others To Voting is one of the most direct ways we influence government. Local elections determine how schools are run, how policing is done, and how budgets are spent. Encourage friends and family to vote. Beco...