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Fiscal Deterioration Amplifies Policy Desperation

The recent deterioration in the South African government’s finances is a reminder of its anti-growth policies and reckless spending habits which are destroying vast amounts of wealth each year. But it also raises the threat of a negative policy feedback loop, in which extreme fiscal strain inspires desperate government officials to escalate the very policies already doing so much harm.

When is a target a quota and why it matters

Quick summary Introduction The former military dictator of Uganda, Idi Amin is often cited as having proclaimed that under his regime “There is freedom of speech, but I cannot guarantee freedom after speech.” Such word games are not unlike the South African government’s attempt to convince us that the sectoral targets set by the Minister […]

Constitutions, Justice and separation (diffusion) of Power: An introduction

What is the purpose of a constitution, specifically the constitution of a state? To protect individual rights, many people might answer. The answer is not without merit, but it falls short, nonetheless.

Public interest litigation: a high-impact tool for responsible business

Rather than to complain about state failure and harmful policy, Sakeliga was established as an outcome-focussed entity with an unambiguous value proposition – impactful litigation to establish a healthy business environment stewarded by an independent and resilient – state-proof – business community. Sakeliga is a premier vehicle for businesspeople and organisations to create scalable solutions to state failure.

Action recap: Sakeliga improves property protection against land invaders

Sakeliga’s urgent intervention upheld crucial legislation against land invasions, enhancing property protections.

Action Recap: Sakeliga’s historic BEE-victory

Sakeliga achieved the first significant setback for harmful BEE policies when we reversed illegal BEE and local content regulations in public procurement, unlocking billions in potential savings.

Sakeliga rejects Employment Equity Amendment Act, will initiate litigation

Sakeliga rejects the Employment Equity Amendment Act and is preparing the requisite litigation. Sakeliga encourages employers to maintain value-focussed employment regardless of race, rather than complying with fundamentally unconstitutional and harmful legislation.