As the only South African serviceman, I spent a considerable amount of time with the Ghanaian Battalion (colloquially known as Ghan-Bat). For obvious reasons, the details of the engagement are neither necessary nor appropriate for this platform. What I can say, however, is this: what a disciplined force to work

Why Proactive Intelligence Comes Before the Corporate “Honeymoon” When two businesses decide to partner, the initial instinct is almost always driven by optimism and a shared vision of wealth creation. One partner brings the business idea and local networks; the other brings capital and institutional access. On paper, it almost

The South African government has made it clear that private individuals are not permitted to conduct identity checks on foreign nationals. That position inevitably raises an important migration governance question. Are all undocumented immigrants illegal in South Africa? No. Being undocumented does not automatically determine the legal outcome of every

By Lunga Dweba, Director GI Advisory Siyanqoba Ngamandla Holdings is a South African business group with five operating companies. They are: Engineering, Mining & Logistics, Energy, Facilities Management and Financial Services. Engineering Services established the foundation of the group, while Financial Services is most recent expansion. Engineering, mining, energy and

Speaking during the 50th anniversary commemorations of the Soweto uprising, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni made an important observation: governments do not create jobs; they create conditions for economic growth, while entrepreneurs must seize the opportunities that follow. She also candidly acknowledged that current funding for small businesses remains

Understanding the Legal Framework That Shapes Migration Governance Migration governance is often viewed through political, economic, or humanitarian lenses. In fact, balanced migration governance begins with an understanding of the basic legal framework that regulates the movement of people across international borders. This brief outlines four widely recognised legal principles