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Money talks

Yes, money does talk; in many ways and not always using the right language. One example, that is especially prominent at the present...

When productivity becomes personality

In today’s world, productivity is no longer just a skill or a habit; for many people, it has quietly become an identity. We...

Private sector led growth – getting it right

The country’s fiscal balance and growth prospects lie in private sector led growth. It is imperative that we get this right to ensure...

Private sector-led growth invoiced to death

Let us begin with gratitude. Genuine, respectful gratitude. We must commend government for its unwavering belief in the private sector. In fact, no...

Why standards in political leadership still matter

In democratic societies, the conduct of political leaders matters in ways that transcend partisanship. Elected officials and those seeking to lead carry with...

Africa’s governance missing servant, ethical leadership

There has been an interesting political development in Burkina Faso, which evoked debate on social media, both for and against it. It was...

Cost of silence hurts society

Silence is often mistaken for neutrality. In reality, silence can be one of the most powerful forces sustaining injustice. When discrimination is normalised...

Let’s focus on resilience

Nowadays, in a volatile global economy, countries are turning inward with solutions which are first and foremost about saving their own people. From...

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