This article unpacks Constitutional Court’s unanimous decision in Mogale & Other vs Speaker of the National Assembly & Others along with its importance, particularly how it has reaffirmed the principles of public participation in public policy-making. View Now
read moreWith the world moving to renewable energy, South Africa has committed to transitioning to green energy to mitigate the impact of climate change. In light of that, this article tackles the realities South Africa’s energy transition needs to be cognisant of the country’s objective realities. View Now
read moreIn South Africa, the prevalent belief in the efficacy of increased regulation as a solution to addressing anomalies of social life leads to a cycle of reactionary policy making. This article highlights how government institutions in attempts to solution social ills neglect to consider the crucial aspect of behavioural change and lack of enforcement which…
read moreThe legalisation of cannabis in South Africa has presented the opportunity for the country to increase the volumes and variety of cannabis products. Therefore, this article highlights how cannabis can be a catalyst for economic growth should it be inclusive of the local markets. Additionally, emphasises the importance of legislative frameworks that supports the local…
read moreSince the legalisation of medical cannabis in 2017, there has been an increase in the rate at which the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority issues licences. While big investments conjure up some excitement for business and government there are still major concerns that the medical cannabis sector may exclude small players. This article highlights…
read moreConsidering the evolution of the digital economy, this article highlights Icasa’s inability to sync its development and regulations with the market realities of South Africa. View Now
read moreConsidering the unemployment rate in South Africa, this article delves into how government has attempted to shift its responsibility of creating employment, this article unpacks how the state is not a mere passive participant in job creation and the role it ought to be playing to create an enabling environment for the private sector to…
read moreThis article questions if the Boarder Management Act will be as impactful as it is envisaged considering the range of issues such as affordability, and implementation mechanisms that were smilingly unconsidered by the government during the development of the bill. View Now
read moreA commitment to science-driven policymaking, earnest listening and early-stage consultation with stakeholders must underpin commitment to social compacts. Therefore, this article highlights the importance of how President Ramaphosa’s commitment to social compacts should find direct expression in the processes of public participation in policy development while highlighting how they could solution the issue of the…
read moreCurrently sex workers have no protection under existing laws, therefore, this article focuses on the government should fast track laws aimed at decriminalising and protecting sex workers as they continue to face various challenges including gender based-violence, murder, and discrimination. View Now
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