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The Pioneer PodcastA sustainable economic framework for South Africa | David Ansara | TPP #42In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, you can listen to David Ansara, CEO of the Free Market Foundation, discuss expropriation without compensation, the economy in South Africa, and how misguided policies are harming the country.
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2025-05-0146 min
New blue review2024.11.11 – David Ansara – Freed Market Foundation2024-11-1130 min
The Retirement Wisdom PodcastPassion and Purpose - Jim Ansara
A study by Stanford and Encore.org found that the majority of older adults want to give back in some way. Jim Ansara, an AARP 2024 Purpose Prize winner, is making a big difference in his retirement with his organization Build Health International. How might you redirect your skills and experience to make a difference?
Jim Ansara joins us from Beverly , Massachusetts.
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Bio
Jim Ansara is a retired general contractor who founded Shawmut Design and Construction in Boston in the early 1980’s and led it to become one of the top 25 construction co...2024-10-2131 minIRR Show2024.06.25 – David Ansara is elected to the UCT Council and explains why he stood2024-06-2545 min
The Burning Platform - Level UpThe Start of Something New?Is South Africa ready for a political remix? Phumi is back to join Gareth for another episode of the Burning Platform. They are joined by Gabriel Crouse from IRR (Institute of Race Relations) and David Ansara from FMF(Free Market Foundation), to discuss South Africa's new dispensation. The Burning Platform2024-06-201h 02
Democracy UnpluggedDemocracy Unplugged : Party Lines On CrimeDemocracy Unplugged – Party Lines on the Crime Crisis
As #Election2024 approaches, how are political parties dealing with the crisis of crime that faces South Africa? The problem of crime is something where there is general agreement but what is to be done about it? Free Market Foundation (FMF) partnered with Podcast Party for this special episode of Democracy Unplugged representatives from DA, Action SA and BOSA. David Ansara , CEO at FMF moderated the panel with Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster (BOSA); Advocate Julie Seton (Action SA) and Fred Nel (DA).
About the panelists:
Adv Julie Seton
2024-05-211h 10
The Human Progress PodcastUnlocking Africa's Potential | David Ansara | Ep. 42David Ansara, the Chief Executive of the Free Market Foundation, a South African think tank, joins Chelsea Follett to discuss progress and problems in Africa.
David Ansara has been Chief Executive at the FMF since 1 January 2023. He has 15 years’ experience working for think tanks, consultancies and trade associations. David was the Executive Director of the Centre for Risk Analysis (CRA) at the Institute of Race Relations (IRR) where he hosted the CRA’s YouTube Channel and the weekly podcast, Solutions with David Ansara. He is a regular speaker at conferences and events, and a strong advocate for indi...2023-07-1444 min
Solutions With David AnsaraJohn Endres on South Africa in 2023In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with John Endres, CEO of the Institute of Race Relations, about what awaits South Africa in 2023.
Note: this will be the final episode of the podcast for 2022. I will be taking a break in December to figure out what I want to do with this platform, so it might be a little while until you see/hear me again. 2022-12-0440 minIRR Show2022.11.29 – David Ansara, new CEO of the Free Market Foundation – Free Market Foundation’s vision and challenges2022-11-2924 min
PROpulsion LIVEBiggest risks facing South Africa ft. David AnsaraSend us a textDavid Ansara returns to the show and he discusses current issues, what he sees for the future, and his new appointment as CEO of the FMF. We highlight key risks facing South Africa.--- Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel ---https://youtu.be/zZSY2y5jkQ4Click the SUBSCRIBE button while you're there ;)--- PROpulsion Tech 2023 ---Save the date: https://www.propulsion.co.za/tech--- Taxspace Software ---Taxspace is our own proprietary software helping...2022-11-2941 min
Solutions With David AnsaraIan Macleod on Austrian EconomicsWhat is the 'Austrian School' of economics and how applicable is it to the South African context? In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with consultant and writer, Ian Macleod, about the benefits of free markets and limited government intervention.
READ: 'The Austrian antidote to South Africa’s decline into serfdom' by Ian Macleod (Daily Friend, 19 November 2022): https://dailyfriend.co.za/2022/11/19/the-austrian-antidote-to-south-africas-decline-into-serfdom/2022-11-2741 min
Solutions With David AnsaraMike Settas on stopping National Health InsuranceIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with Mike Settas, head of the Health Policy Unit at the Free Market Foundation, about the risk of National Health Insurance, and how to stop it.2022-11-2050 min
Solutions With David AnsaraThe role of business in South AfricaIn this special retrospective episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I share a selection of highlights from previous episodes where my guests and I discuss the role that business ought to be playing in South Africa during this period of economic turbulence and political realignment.
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:14) Piet le Roux & Russell Lamberti on building an independent business community https://youtu.be/QBR-DC72y0Y
(0:6:49) Songezo Zibi on his 'Manifesto' https://youtu.be/vnUPiefPinA
(15:35) Hulme Scholes on saving the mining industry https://you...2022-11-1346 min
Solutions With David AnsaraGG Alcock on the township economyIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with author and consultant, GG Alcock, about harnessing commercial opportunities in South Africa's township economies.
GG's books: http://www.ggalcock.com/gg-books/2022-11-061h 01
Solutions With David AnsaraJohn Steenhuisen on SA’s moonshot electionIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with Leader of the Democratic Alliance, John Steenhuisen, about South Africa's 'moonshot election' in 2024.
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(0:00:00) Introduction
(0:00:55) John Steenhuisen on SA's 'moonshot' election in 2024
(0:03:57) John Steenhuisen on the DA's core values
(0:06:23) John Steenhuisen on race-based policy
(0:12:20) John Steenhuisen on liberalism
(0:17:00) John Steenhuisen on populism
(0:24:08) John Steenhuisen on stabilising coalitions
(0:28:04) John Steenhuisen on the DA's 'arrogance'
(0:30:58) John Steenhuisen on thresholds
(0:34:33) John S...2022-10-301h 08
Solutions With David AnsaraDaniël Eloff on legal activismDoes legal activism work? In this episode of the 'Solutions Wtih David Ansara' podcast, I speak with attorney, Daniël Eloff, about public interest litigation as an instrument for social change.
Daniël and I discuss:
- Why he chose the legal profession
- The effectiveness of public interest litigation
- Legal challenges against the Lockdown
- The role of NGOs and civil society in holding government to account
- The need for a politically independent judiciary
2022-10-2349 min
Solutions With David AnsaraMarius Roodt on unstable coalitionsIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podacast, I speak with Marius Roodt of the Institute of Race Relations about how to stabilise South Africa's volatile coalitions.
Marius and I discuss:
- How SA's electoral system lends itself to coalitions
- A brief history of coalitions in SA
- The current political landscape in SA
- Can coalitions work with so many small parties?
- International experience with coalitions
- Scenarios for 20242022-10-1647 min
Solutions With David AnsaraTheo de Jager on farming in South AfricaWhat role does agriculture play in South Africa's economy and in society more broadly? In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Dr. Theo de Jager of the Southern African Agri Initiative (Saai) about farming in South Africa.
We discuss:
- How Theo got involved in farming and organised agriculture
- Saai and its objectives
- The current state of South Africa's agricultural sector
- The risk of Expropriation Without Compensation
- Alternative approaches to land refo...2022-10-0953 min
Solutions With David AnsaraAthol Trollip on making coalitions workIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Athol Trollip of ActionSA about making coalitions work in South Africa.
We discuss:
- Athol's background and how he got involved in politics
- Athol's assessment of the state of SA politics in the run-up to the 2024 elections
- Making coalitions work: Athol's experience as Mayor of Nelson Mandela Bay
- The potential for a broad opposition front to defeat the ANC/EFF
- The role of business i...2022-10-0259 minSolutions With David AnsaraMichael Swain & Daniela Ellerbeck on freedom of religionIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Michael Swain and Daniela Ellerbeck of Freedom of Religion South Africa (FOR SA), about the importance of religious freedom in South Africa.
Visit the FOR SA website: https://forsa.org.za/
Support religious freedom in South Africa: https://forsa.org.za/donate/2022-09-2550 min
Solutions With David AnsaraRW Johnson on saving South AfricaSouth Africa is experiencing a fundamental political realignment. In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with political scientist and author, RW Johnson, about how to save South Africa.
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(00:00) Intro
(00:39) RW Johnson on the ANC
(04:58) RW Johnson on tribalism
(09:48) RW Johnson on Cyril Ramaphosa
(11:54) RW Johnson on the EFF
(19:47) RW Johnson on SA's fiscal problems
(25:13) RW Johnson on the need for a Popular Front
(38:42) RW Johnson on the capacity of th...2022-09-1853 min
Solutions With David AnsaraLeon Schreiber on ending cadre deploymentIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with DA Member of Parliament, Dr. Leon Schreiber, about how the concept of cadre deployment has undermined good governance in South Africa, and his attempts to end the practice.2022-09-1154 min
Solutions With David AnsaraJohn Bristow on the future of the diamond industryIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with independent consultant, John Bristow, about the future of the diamond industry.2022-09-041h 05
Solutions With David AnsaraGabriel Crouse on the Expropriation BillExpropriation Without Compensation is back with a vengeance. In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with Gabriel Crouse of the Institute of Race Relations, about the risks of the Expropriation Bill.
Sign the IRR petition to Stop the Expropriation Bill: https://irr.org.za/campaigns/stop-expropriation-without-compensation2022-08-281h 01
Solutions With David AnsaraJonathan Katzenellenbogen on SA's political realignmentIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with journalist, Jonathan Katzenellenbogen, about the prospects for political realignment in South Africa in the run-up to the general elections in 2024.2022-08-2138 min
Solutions With David AnsaraMichael Atkins on South Africa's electoral systemIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak to independent analyst, Michael Atkins, about the problems with the Electoral Amendment Bill and how to fix South Africa's electoral system.2022-08-1448 min
Solutions With David AnsaraThe legacy of John Kane-BermanIn this special episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I pay tribute to the life and legacy of John Kane-Berman, the former long-time CEO of the South African Institute of Race Relations (IRR), who passed away on 27 July 2022, aged 76.
JKB was a formidable man who led the IRR for three turbulent decades. I speak to a range of people who worked with him and who were influenced by his ideas.
SPEAKERS
- John Endres, CEO, Institute of Race Relations
- Anthea Jeffery, Head...2022-08-0752 min
Solutions With David AnsaraTerence Corrigan on lessons from AsiaIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with Terence Corrigan of the IRR about what South Africa can learn from the economic development experiences of Vietnam and Indonesia.
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'Learning lessons: What can Asia teach South Africa?' by Terence Corrigan and Jivika Singh (Daily Friend, 3 June 2022): https://dailyfriend.co.za/2022/06/03/learning-lessons-what-can-asia-teach-south-africa/
'Learning lessons: What can Asia teach South Africa? – Part Two' by Terence Corrigan and Jivika Singh (Daily Friend, 10 June 2022): https://dailyfriend.co.za/2022/06/10/learning-lessons-what-can-asia-teach-south-africa-part-two/2022-07-3144 min
Solutions With David AnsaraJason Werbeloff & Mark Oppenheimer on the power of philosophyIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with Jason Werbeloff and Mark Oppenheimer, co-hosts of the 'Brain in a Vat' podcast, about the power of philosophy.
READ the 'Conversations About' books: https://smarturl.it/BrainShop
WATCH 'Brain in a Vat' on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BraininaVat
LISTEN on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oi3x8TckNF3NZ988z60Kv2022-07-2456 min
Solutions With David AnsaraToby Chance on growing South Africa's economyIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with policy consultant and businessman, Toby Chance, about how grow South Africa's economy.
Connect with Toby on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toby-chance-b8218a6/?originalSubdomain=za2022-07-1737 min
Solutions With David AnsaraHulme Scholes on saving the mining industryIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with mining lawyer, Hulme Scholes, about how to save South Africa's mining industry.2022-07-1043 min
Solutions With David AnsaraSongezo Zibi on his 'Manifesto'In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast I speak with public intellectual and author, Songezo Zibi, about his new book, 'Manifesto: a New Vision for South Africa'.
Songezo and I speak about why he chose to leave a successful career in corporate communications to co-found the Rivonia Circle, a new think-tank focused on civic education.
We speak about the crisis of leadership in South Africa, and the reasons why the African National Congress has failed to govern the country.
Songezo and I...2022-07-0350 min
Solutions With David AnsaraGrant Tyson & Ivor Rimmer on Search and Rescue ZAHow do we deal with the consequences of extreme weather events and natural disasters?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with two ordinary South Africans doing extraordinary things: Grant Tyson and Ivor Rimmer of Search and Rescue South Africa (SARZA).
SARZA is a group of volunteer 4x4 owners who provide search and rescue services to people stranded in remote locations. SARZA is typically called in when conventional emergency services cannot perform a rescue because of rough terrain.
SARZA pl...2022-06-2652 min
Solutions With David AnsaraPiet le Roux & Russell Lamberti on building an independent business communityWhat is the appropriate role for business to be playing in South Africa, and how can businesses flourish in an environment where the state is becoming increasingly hostile towards the private sector?
In this special in-person edition of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Piet le Roux and Russell Lamberti of the business advocacy group, Sakeliga, about building an independent business community in South Africa.
We start the conversation by examining why traditional business advocacy has failed to achieve a more conducive policy environment for private e...2022-06-1949 minRob Hutchinson2022.06.15 – David Ansara – Is the state of the nation – policy reform2022-06-1539 min
Solutions With David AnsaraRob Hutchinson on active citizenshipWhat role does civil society play in resisting a hostile and interfering government? In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Rob Hutchinson, the founder and Chairman of civil society organisation DearSA, about how to become an active citizen.
Rob and I discuss his reasons for starting DearSA, and how its public participation process differs from traditional approaches, such as petitions.
DearSA achieved prominence during the Covid-19 lockdowns, but its work is not over. Rob shines some light on the SA government's ongoing Covid regulations, and reveals DearSA's plans to ch...2022-06-1243 min
Solutions With David AnsaraPhumlani Majozi on liberating South Africa's economySouth Africa's is suffering from persistent poverty, high unemployment and aenemic growth. In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with economic analyst and social commentator, Phumlani Majozi, about how to liberate South Africa's economy.2022-06-0548 min
Solutions With David AnsaraAndré de Ruyter on fixing EskomSouth Africa is enduring a decades-long energy crisis. This has been caused by the ongoing problems at the country's energy utility, Eskom. Can Eskom be fixed?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Eskom CEO, André de Ruyter, about how to get Eskom out of its current crisis.
André and I discuss why he took on the role of Eskom CEO and what he found when he started the job.
We talk about Eskom's severe capacity constraints and financial problems; the potential for private electricity generation; renewable ener...2022-05-2942 min
Solutions With David AnsaraTony Leon on liberalism in South AfricaLiberalism is one of the oldest and most important political traditions in South Africa. What role can liberalism play in today's politics, and what are its future prospects?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with former leader of the opposition and one-time leader of the Democratic Alliance, Tony Leon, about the state of liberalism in contemporary South African politics.
Tony and I discuss the role of liberalism in resisting the 'two fires' of White and African nationalism, and the influential role played by lib...2022-05-2249 min
Solutions With David AnsaraTed Blom on ending SA’s energy crisisLoadshedding has crippled South Africa's economy for over 14 years. In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with energy analyst, Ted Blom, about how to end South Africa's ongoing energy crisis.
Ted and I speak about his time working at Eskom and the origins of the energy utility's financial, operational and governance problems.
We discuss the prospects for private electricity generation in South Africa, the limitations of renewable energy, and the potential for nuclear power.
We conclude the discussion by e...2022-05-1552 min
Solutions With David AnsaraPaul Miller on South Africa's ailing mining industrySouth Africa is blessed with a rich endowment of mineral resources. For over a century, mining has formed the foundation of South Africa's economic development. However, the industry is struggling to survive in a hostile regulatory environment.
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with mining finance professional, Paul Miller, about the problems affecting South African mining, and how to resuscitate this critical industry. 2022-05-0845 min
Solutions With David AnsaraDavid Ansara on SOLUTIONS for South Africa (50th episode special edition)How do we find solutions to the many problems confronting South Africa today? In this special edition 50th episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I look back on the recurring themes on the show since it began in April 2021.
This episode includes short extracts from nine longer conversations, grouped into three thematic sections:
- [Section 1] Rethinking South Africa's political institutions and system of governance
- [Section 2] Community-led approaches to safety and security in South Africa
- [Section 3] Political decentralisation (lessons from abroad)
2022-05-0144 min
Solutions With David AnsaraGreg Mills on expensive povertyHas international development aid done more harm than good in sub-Saharan Africa?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Dr Greg Mills, Director of the Brenthurst Foundation and the author of 'Expensive Poverty', about the failings of the development aid model.2022-04-2453 min
Solutions With David AnsaraAlistair Fairweather on political polarisationHow do we solve the problem of political polarisation? In this episode of Solutions With David Ansara, I speak with writer and communications consultant, Alistair Fairweather, about how we can improve public discourse by being less tribalistic in our political affiliations.
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'Right vs Left? Newsflash - you're all assholes' by Allistair Fairweather (10 April 2022): https://alistairfairweather.com/2022-04-10-right-vs-left-newsflash-youre-all-assholes
Alistair's website: https://alistairfairweather.com/
2022-04-1754 min
Solutions With David AnsaraKanthan Pillay on the future of news mediaThe news media in South Africa is under considerable financial and operational pressure. This is mostly due to the wave of digital disruption, which has shaken the very foundations of the industry.
How do we access credible and trustworthy sources of information in this environment? In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with journalist and commentator, Kanthan Pillay, about the future of news media.
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(00:00) Introduction
(00:51) Kanthan Pillay on his career in journalism
(06:17) Kanthan Pillay on...2022-04-1059 minSolutions With David AnsaraJoe Emilio on cancel cultureIs cancel culture undermining freedom of expression? In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with comedian and YouTuber, Joe Emilio, about how to end cancel culture.
2022-04-0355 min
Solutions With David AnsaraShawn Hagedorn on youth unemploymentHow do we solve the persistent problem of youth unemployment in South Africa?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Shawn Hagedorn, an independent analyst and strategy consultant, about how to promote export-driven labour-intensive growth.
Shawn and I discuss the origins of South Africa's low growth trap, and the tragically high unemployment rate, which disproportionately affects the country's youth.
Shawn believes that the current policy framework is too inwardly-focused, with its emphasis on localisation and beneficiaition.
2022-03-2741 min
Solutions With David AnsaraSebastian Chatov on Russia's invasion of UkraineIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with lawyer and entrepreneur, Sebastian Chatov, about Russian history and the future of Ukraine.
Sebastian grew up in Bulgaria and Soviet Russia, and has lived in Johannesburg since the mid-1990s.
We reflect on the fraught relationship between Ukraine and Russia since the end of the Cold War, and Russia's desire to restore its 'Great Power' status in the region.
We explore Vladimir Putin's rise to power and the development of his...2022-03-2059 min
Solutions With David AnsaraDavid Bruce on decentralized policingIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with independent crime researcher, David Bruce, about why South Africa should adopt a more decentralised model of policing.
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:01) David Bruce on South Africa's current policing system
(03:48) David Bruce on the problems with a centralized police system
(06:42) David Bruce on the constitution and policing
(11:50) David Bruce on devolved policing
(17:30) David Bruce on police reform
(22:24) David Bruce on improving police governance
(25:15) David Bruce on...2022-03-1339 min
Solutions With David AnsaraMarius Roodt on electoral reform in South AfricaIs South Africa's electoral system fit for purpose? In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Marius Roodt of the Institute of Race Relations (IRR) about how to make our democracy more representative.
Marius and I discuss the merits and demerits of South Africa's existing proportional representation system, as well as alternatives, such as the United Kingdom's 'first-past-the-post' system.
We also explore the consequences of the Constitutional Court judgement of 2020, which ruled that South Africa's electoral system should be amended to allow independent candidates to be represented in Parliament.
2022-03-0640 min
Solutions With David AnsaraJohan Norberg on open societiesWhy do some societies prosper, while others stagnate? In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with economic historian, Johan Norberg, about the importance of openness for social and economic advancement.
Johan and I discuss his book, 'Open: The Story of Human Progress', which draws extensively on historical examples to unpack the origins of economic development.
Johan's thesis is that open societies are more permeable to new ideas, more competitive, and tend to be better at innovating their way out of problems. Closed societies are in...2022-02-2755 min
Solutions With David AnsaraNiall Kramer on energy security in South AfricaIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with former oil and gas executive, Niall Kramer, about energy security in South Africa.
This conversation was prompted by the recent closure of South Africa's largest fuel refinery, Sapref. While SA can still import fuel into the country, what will the decline of our local refining capability mean for the cost and quality of fuel at the pump?
Niall and I also explore the broader energy regulatory framework in SA, and whether it is fit for purpose.2022-02-2035 min
Solutions With David AnsaraMartin Plaut on ending conflict in AfricaIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with broadcaster, journalist and researcher, Martin Plaut, about ending conflict in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Martin is a well-known commentator on African affairs, having served as an Africa correspondent for the BBC for many years. A large chunk of my adolescence and young adulthood was spent watching Martin's dispatches from the frontlines of wars or political upheavals in various far-flung parts of the continent, so I have long admired his journalism.
Martin and I start the conversation by examining t...2022-02-1348 min
Solutions With David AnsaraBronwyn Williams on technology and freedomIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with futurist, Bronwyn Williams of Flux Trends, about the relationship between technology and freedom.
Bronwyn and I talk about the growing tendency of people to willingly reduce their individual freedom for the sake of technological convenience. Outsourcing your decision-making to automated algorithms will gradually erode your personal agency, she says.
We also delve into behavioural economics and discuss the moral problems with 'nudging' people to make decisions they would not have made otherwise. So-called 'Libertarian Paternalism' is an...2022-02-0655 min
Solutions With David AnsaraAlex Gladstein on Bitcoin and human rightsIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Alex Gladstein, Head of Strategy at the Human Rights Foundation, about the relationship between Bitcoin and human rights.
Alex and I discuss why currency stability and asset security have been so absent from international human rights discussions. Until now.
Alex argues that the emergence of Bitcoin is enabling people in unstable economies to protect their savings from currency debasement and devaluation. In authoritarian regimes, human rights activists are now able to access foreign donor funding, and Bitcoin is also lowering the cost o...2022-01-301h 03
Solutions With David AnsaraAnthony Turton on water security in South AfricaIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with Anthony Turton, Professor at the Centre for Environmental Management, University of Free State, about South Africa's water security.
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(00:00) Intro
(00:45) Anthony Turton on the current state of water in SA
(01:47) Anthony Turton on risks to water security in SA
(05:15) Anthony Turton on recapitalising SA's water infrastructure
(14:45) Anthony Turton on the politics of water
(19:02) Anthony Turton on lessons from Australia's water system
(22:46) Anthony Turton on...2022-01-2344 min
Solutions With David AnsaraBheki Mahlobo on South Africa’s economy in 2022In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Bheki Mahlobo, Senior Analyst at the Centre For Risk Analysis, about the economic trends that will shape South Africa in 2022.
South Africa has a small, open economy, which makes it vulnerable to shocks in the international system, so we spend some time analysing the global risks which may impact SA in the coming year.
Bheki is especially concerned with the high level of fiscal and monetary stimulus in the global financial system, which is artificially boosting asset prices and increasing the risk of...2022-01-1643 min
Solutions With David AnsaraChris Hattingh on free tradeIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak to Chris Hattingh, deputy director at the Free Market Foundation, about the economic and social benefits of free trade.
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(00:00) Introduction
(00:44) Chris Hattingh on the economic benefits of free trade
(05:02) Chris Hattingh on comparative advantage
(09:21) Chris Hattingh on common criticisms of free trade
(14:57) Chris Hattingh on decentralisation of economic power
(17:06) Chris Hattingh on the problems with protectionism
(23:02) Chris Hattingh on improving economic competitiveness
(26:03) Chris Hattingh on global supply chains
(30:29) Chris Hattingh on the African Continental Free...2021-12-1244 min
Solutions With David AnsaraDavid Benatar on the fall of UCTIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak to Professor David Benatar about his new book, 'The Fall of the University of Cape Town: Africa's leading university in decline'.
Prof. Benatar and I discuss the origins of the Rhodes Must Fall movement in 2015, and how it later metastasized into the Fees Must Fall movement, unleashing a wave of violence, arson and intimidation at UCT. These destructive acts were met with acquiescence by the university authorities, who refused to sanction the protestors despite the widespread havoc on campus.
We also discuss the st...2021-12-0547 min
Solutions With David AnsaraHelen Pluckrose on confronting Critical TheoryIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with British writer Helen Pluckrose about the pernicious influence of Critical Theory, and how to push back against these dangerous ideas.
Helen and I discuss the postmodern origins of Critical Theory, and how it escaped the ivory tower of academia to become mainstream. This has dramatically altered the way we talk about race, gender and sexuality, she says.
Helen argues that what passes for 'Social Justice' is in fact a fundamentally illiberal and intolerant ideology. Its adherents suppress free speech, foster a culture of...2021-11-2855 min
WorldViewGuide To The Future Of SA Politics - David AnsaraDavid Ansara is the Chief Operating Officer of the Centre For Risk Analysis (CRA). In this role, David manages the CRA’s policy research and political risk advisory services. He is also responsible for the CRA’s bespoke projects division.
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WorldView is a media company that delivers in-depth conversations, debates, round-table discussions, and general ente...2021-11-2135 min
Solutions With David AnsaraRussell Lamberti on cultural communities in South AfricaHow do we build a sustainable social order in South Africa? In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Russell Lamberti, Chief Economist at Sakeliga, about cultural communities in South Africa.
Russell and I analyse the causes and consequences of state failure in South Africa. How do we preserve liberty, safety and prosperity for South Africans when the state is failing to maintain its basic duties and obligations towards us as citizens?
Russell advocates for high degrees of decentralisation, and a federal model of governance. The current unitary system is t...2021-11-2157 minSolutions With David AnsaraJohn Endres and Frans Cronje on SA's next transitionIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with John Endres and Frans Cronje – the incoming and outgoing CEOs of the Institute of Race Relations – about the "next transition" in South African politics, and what this means for the future of the country.
We discuss the ongoing decline of the ANC, first predicted by the IRR in 2012, and how this will define SA politics in the run-up to the national and provincial elections in 2024.
Will the various opposition parties be able to put aside their differences and work together to form a broad...2021-11-1452 min
Solutions With David AnsaraGabriel Crouse on the post-election falloutThis week, South Africa concluded one of the most consequential elections of the democratic era.
In this episode of Solutions With David Ansara, I unpack the election results – and their impact on the future of South African politics – with Gabriel Crouse of the Institute of Race Relations.
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(00:00) Intro
(00:28) Gabriel Crouse on understanding the election results
(02:16) Gabriel Crouse on the record-low voter turnout
(07:01) Gabriel Crouse on the decline of ANC dominance
(12:20) Gabriel Crouse on ActionSA
(18:18) Gabriel Crouse on the DA
(25:52) Gabriel Crouse on the EFF
(30:18) Gabriel Crouse on...2021-11-0744 min
Solutions With David AnsaraMark Oppenheimer on defending the ConstitutionSouth Africa's Constitution is widely lauded, but how strong is constitutional democracy and the rule of law in SA?
In this episode of Solutions With David Ansara, I speak with Advocate Mark Oppenheimer of the Johannesburg Bar about defending South Africa's Constitution.
We discuss Mark's new podcast, Constitutional Landmarks, which explores the most significant judgements handed down by the ConCourt since its inception, including the Nkandla judgement against former president Jacob Zuma, the abolition of the death penalty, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), gay marriage, and access to HIV/AIDS treatment.
Mark and...2021-10-3144 min
Solutions With David AnsaraIan Cameron on winning the fight against crimeHow do we solve South Africa's violent crime problem in the absence of a capable police service? In this episode of 'Solutions With David Ansara' I speak with Ian Cameron, a community safety specialist with Action Society, a civil society organisation dedicated to improving safety and security in South Africa. We start the conversation with a frank assessment of the South African Police Service, an institution in rapid decline.
Starved of resources and subjected to political interference, the police are unable to contain the growing epidemic of violence in our society. Although many good cops remain in t...2021-10-2442 min
Solutions With David AnsaraGeordin Hill-Lewis on fulfilling Cape Town’s potentialIn this episode of Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Geordin Hill-Lewis, the Democratic Alliance mayoral candidate for the City of Cape Town, about his plans for fulfilling Cape Town's significant potential.
Geordin became a Member of Parliament in 2011 and has served in various portfolio committees, including Trade and Industry, and Finance. He is "singularly obsessed with economic growth", and unlocking economic opportunities for all Capetonians is a key part of his campaign.
As Geordin explains, runaway government spending at the national level is having a damaging impact on local service delivery. As the fiscal deficit widens and deb...2021-10-1758 min
Solutions With David AnsaraStephen Davies on the political realignmentIs the world undergoing a fundamental political realignment? In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with economic historian, Stephen Davies, of the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) in the United Kingdom.
We discuss the new political alignment and what this means for societies around the world. Davies argues that political competition tends to revolve around a single binary, with political actors coalescing into broad coalitions on either side of a dominant aligning issue.
The 'old' political alignment of the 1960s to the 2010s was characterised primarily by a debate over the role of the state in th...2021-10-1057 minSolutions With David AnsaraJohn Kane-Berman on the legacy of the Institute of Race RelationsIn this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak to John Kane-Berman about the legacy of the South African Institute of Race Relations (IRR).
John led the Institute from 1983 until 2014, and this conversation shines a light on the history of South Africa's oldest liberal organisation, and details John's role in its activities and ideas.
We start the discussion with a review of John's early career as a labour journalist, where he chronicled the mass entry of black workers into South Africa's labour market in defiance of the Colour Bar and the job reservation policies of apartheid (which Joh...2021-10-031h 03Solutions With David AnsaraDawie Roodt on kick-starting South Africa's economySouth Africa's economy is flatlining. How do we kick-start economic activity to ensure higher levels of investment and growth?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak to Dawie Roodt, Chief Economist and Director of the Efficient Group, about how to fix South Africa's ailing economy.
Dawie and I analyse the causes of South Africa's recent decline, which has more to do with political factors than economic ones: the outsized influence of the Tripartite Alliance on labour policy; the damaging effects of the Expropriation Without Compensation (EWC) debate on investor sentiment; th...2021-09-2643 minSolutions With David AnsaraMartin van Staden on the case for libertyIs the world confronting an illiberal moment?
Many democratic societies are facing challenges from both the left and right against the very idea of liberal democracy itself.
At the same time, governments around the world have adopted extraordinary powers in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Can liberalism survive these threats? In this week’s episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast I speak to legal researcher and commentator, Martin van Staden of Sakeliga, about the state of liberalism today.
Liberals believe in the timeless principles put forward by John Locke, John Stuart...2021-09-1950 min
South African Ex-PatsRisk and having a Plan B, with David AnsaraMy guest, David Ansara from the "Solutions with David Ansara" podcast, is the Chief Operating Office of the Centre for Risk Analysis. In this episode he gives us a view of the short and long term risks to South Africa and its citizens, and offers us some strategic advice on setting up your plan B.
A plan B is all about making sure that you have as many options as possible. If you don't want to emigrate now, look into obtaining an ancestral passport you may have access to.
Build your business pro...2021-09-1352 minSolutions With David AnsaraAlex Nowrasteh on open bordersWhat are the benefits of immigration from an economic and social perspective? How do we distinguish between various types of immigrants, and how should societies balance the benefits of immigration with other considerations, such as security and cultural integration?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with Alex Nowrasteh, a policy scholar and director of immigration studies at the Cato Institute in Washington DC, about the arguments for open borders.
Alex believes that countries which are more open to foreigners enjoy an economic dividend due to increases in skills and pro...2021-09-1252 min
WorldViewRamaphosa Is Much More Cunning Than We Think - David AnsaraDavid Ansara is the Chief Operating Officer of the Centre For Risk Analysis (CRA). In this role, David manages the CRA’s policy research and political risk advisory services. He is also responsible for the CRA’s bespoke projects division.
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WorldView is a media company that delivers in-depth conversations, debates, round-table discussions, and general ente...2021-09-0749 minSolutions With David AnsaraLovemore Ndou on fighting povertyIn this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with former world champion boxer turned lawyer, Lovemore Ndou, about his new memoir, Tough Love.
We discuss Lovemore's rough childhood in 1980s Messina (now known as Musina), his escape to Australia, and his long journey to the top of the boxing world. We also reflect on the transformational power of education, and his "second career" as an attorney in Sydney.
Lovemore and I dissect the current state of South Africa, and try to understand where the country has gone wrong since he left in the...2021-09-0552 minSolutions With David AnsaraDouglas Carswell on Progress vs. ParasitesWhat are the drivers of human progress? Why are some countries prosperous, while others remain mired in poverty?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak with former UK Conservative Party MP, Douglas Carswell, about the origins of human progress.
Douglas and I discuss his book, 'Progress vs Parasites' (2019), which chronicles the history of human development as an ongoing struggle between the productive and the parasitic.
Douglas notes that the division of labour, specialisation and exchange are key determinants of economic development. He argues that progress is emergent and sponta...2021-08-2951 minSolutions With David AnsaraPhil Craig on Cape IndependenceAs South Africa becomes more politically unstable, the idea of Cape Independence is growing in popularity. But what would an independent Cape look like and what would Cape secession mean for the future of the country as a whole? In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast I speak to Phil Craig of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group (CIAG) about why he believes complete independence is the only way to save the Cape.
We discuss recent polling conducted by the CIAG which reveals growing enthusiasm for the idea of Cape secession. Phil believes that the Wes...2021-08-2245 minSolutions With David AnsaraNicholas Lorimer on combatting fake newsHow serious is the problem of fake news? How do we, as media consumers find credible and reliable sources of news in an information-abundant age?
In this episode of the Solutions With David Ansara podcast, I speak to Nicholas Lorimer of the South African Institute of Race Relations – and host of the Daily Friend Show – about a recent paper he co-authored with Terence Corrigan on how to combat fake news.
Although fake news may seem like a contemporary problem, Nicholas points out that misinformation is as old as the written word itself. "A lie can travel...2021-08-1534 minSolutions With David AnsaraMagnus Heystek on offshoring your wealthSouth Africa has endured a "lost decade" of stagnant economic growth, resulting in poor returns on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. In this environment, how can South Africans protect their wealth and secure the financial wellbeing of their families?
In this episode of Solutions With David Ansara, I speak to Magnus Heystek, Director of Brenthurst Wealth Management, about why you should diversify your investments and move your money offshore.
Magnus and I discuss:
- Why the JSE has underperformed relative to other markets.
- The trillion rand collapse in South Africa's property market.
...2021-08-0838 minSolutions With David AnsaraFrans Cronje on the future of South AfricaSouth Africa is in the midst of a profound crisis. How will the country fare over the next decade? What should individuals, families and communities do to prepare themselves for an increasingly uncertain future?
In this episode of 'Solutions With David Ansara', I speak to my colleague at the Centre For Risk Analysis, Dr Frans Cronje, about the future trajectory of South Africa, and how to develop a strategy to mitigate the downside risks of living in SA.
Frans and I discuss:
- What last month's riots reveal about the current state of the...2021-08-0153 minSolutions With David AnsaraJames Tooley on really good schoolsA good education can provide a pathway out of poverty, but how do we improve the quality of schooling in poor countries? One solution is to enable low-fee private schools to flourish.
In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak with Prof. James Tooley, Vice Chancellor at the University of Buckingham in the United Kingdom, and author of several books on education in the developing world.
Prof. Tooley and I discuss:
- Why parents in poor countries tend to prefer low-cost private schools to free public schools.
- Wh...2021-07-2547 minSolutions With David AnsaraGideon Joubert on community safety in a time of crisisThe mass public violence that swept through KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng last week has resulted in widespread damage to property and the destruction of livelihoods. In light of these events, how do we as ordinary citizens take the necessary steps to protect ourselves, our families and our communities?
In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak to safety and security expert, Gideon Joubert about the importance of locally-organised community safety initiatives in the absence of a capable state.
Gideon and I also discuss the origins and causes of last week's riots, the in...2021-07-1841 minSolutions With David AnsaraHussein Solomon on Islam and democracyWhat is the relationship between Islam and liberal democracy? How can Muslim countries achieve greater degrees of political competition, adherence to the rule of law and a separation of power between religion and state?
In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak to Professor Hussein Solomon, Head of the Department of Political Science at the University of the Free State, about the problem of radical Islam today and the countervailing forces of moderation and secularisation in the Muslim world.
Prof. Solomon and I also discuss whether democracy is an exclusively Western id...2021-07-1147 minSolutions With David AnsaraPiet le Roux on state-proofing your businessThe South African business environment is becoming increasingly hostile and uncertain. What can ordinary South Africans do to 'state-proof' their businesses?
In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, I speak to Piet le Roux, CEO of business group Sakeliga, about the steps that South African businesspeople can take to protect their organisations from damaging policies.
Piet and I discuss the importance of diversifying your jurisdictional exposure and income streams, as well as why you shouldn't do business with the government. We also speak about how to build alternative institutions in the absence of...2021-07-0441 minSolutions With David AnsaraMark Oppenheimer on equality, discrimination and free speechWhy is free speech an important value in a democratic society and what are the threats facing freedom of expression in South Africa? How do we balance free speech against other constitutional values, such as dignity and equality?
In this episode of 'Solutions With David Ansara', David speaks to Advocate Mark Oppenheimer about proposed amendments to South Africa's Promotion of Equality and the Prevention of Unfair Discrimination Act (PEPUDA).
Mark and David highlight various problems with the Amendment Bill, including its proposed redefinition of the terms 'equality' and 'discrimination', as well as its overly-broad conception of...2021-06-2735 minSolutions With David AnsaraRichard Wilkinson on federalism in South Africa | Solutions With David Ansara Podcast #9South Africa's three-tiered system of government makes provision for nine provinces, each with its own legislature and executive. But are the provinces sufficiently empowered and how is the current constitutional structure enabling or constraining provincial administrations? Do they represent the interests of citizens?
In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, David is joined by Richard Wilkinson, an attorney with a special interest in provincial powers in South Africa.
David and Richard explore the benefits of a federalism, and why devolution of power is more effective than centralisation. They also discuss the significance of...2021-06-2041 min
African DialogueG7 Summit ReviewThe G7 nations have committed to sharing one billion vaccines doses by next year, however, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa told the meeting held in the Britain in the United Kingdom ,that he believes a TRIPS waiver is still the best way to get the world vaccinated against Covid-19.
The G7 nations have agreed to step up action on climate change to help poor countries cut emissions.
African Dialogue’s host Benjamin Moshatama spoke to Elizabeth Sidiropoulos Chief Executive of the South Africa Institute of International Affairs, Victor Kgomoeswana, commentator and author of Africa Open for Business and David Ansara, Ch...2021-06-1439 minSolutions With David AnsaraAlexander Hammond on how free trade can reduce poverty in AfricaHow can African countries boost economic growth and reduce extreme poverty? One approach is through the expansion of free trade on the continent.
In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, David is joined by Alexander C.R. Hammond, Director of the Initiative for African Trade and Prosperity (IATP), a joint project of the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) and the University of Buckingham in the United Kingdom.
David and Alex discuss the link between free trade and prosperity, the barriers to trade that exist on the continent, and the potential of the newl...2021-06-1342 minSolutions With David AnsaraTerence Corrigan on land reform in South AfricaPrivate property rights are an essential component of democracy and economic development. South Africa has an unfortunate history of violating property rights, with many people still lacking access to land in the post-Apartheid era.
The ANC government's proposed solution is a radical policy of Expropriation Without Compensation (EWC), in the form of an amendment to the property rights clause of the Constitution, as well as the proposed Expropriation Bill. If passed, these constitutional and legislative changes would severely undermine the existing protections for private property rights.
In this episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' pod...2021-06-0647 minSolutions With David AnsaraAnthea Jeffery on alternatives to race-based affirmative actionNearly three decades after the end of apartheid, South Africa continues to struggle from high levels of poverty and unemployment. Ostensibly to rectify this, the ruling African National Congress (ANC) has advanced a policy framework of "Black Economic Empowerment" (BEE), which identifies disadvantage on the basis of race and allocates benefits accordingly.
David Ansara speaks with Dr Anthea Jeffery, Head of Policy Research at the Institute of Race Relations, about the ideological underpinnings of BEE, and why it has led to vast capital accumulation for a small, politically-connected elite.
Dr Jeffery proposes an alternative solution: "Eco...2021-05-3045 minSolutions With David AnsaraRob Price on 'sound money' and BitcoinThe global monetary system is undergoing a period of unprecedented uncertainty and instability. At the same time, there has been a surge of innovation in the form of digital currencies.
David Ansara speaks with Los Angeles-based macro strategist and economist, Rob Price, about how digital currencies such as Bitcoin could provide a solution to the problem of 'unsound money'.
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(0:00) Intro
(1:03) What is money?
(5:53) 'Sound' versus 'unsound' money
(9:04) The risk of 'unsound' money
(11:33) The role of central banks
(15:25) Stimulus and low interest rates
(20:27) Cryptocurrencies and 'digital scarcity' ...2021-05-2353 minSolutions With David AnsaraJohn Endres on how to rescue South Africa's economySouth Africa's economy is stuck in a low-growth trap. Investment has dried up, and unemployment is soaring. Many of these problems are caused by bad governance and policies that constrain economic freedom.
In this episode of the Solutions Podcast, David Ansara speaks with John Endres of the South African Institute of Race Relations about how market-friendly reforms could reignite the SA economy and lift millions of people out of poverty.
READ ‘Growth and Recovery: A Strategy to #GetSouthAfricaWorking’ by John Endres: https://irr.org.za/reports/occasional-reports/files/irr_report_14_0_2020_national_growth_strategy.pdf2021-05-1649 minSolutions With David AnsaraArmen K. Hovannisian on the Armenian GenocideOn 24 April 2021, US President Joe Biden officially recognised the Armenian Genocide of 1915-1916 in what was then the Ottoman Empire (today's Turkey). What are the implications of this for the geopolitics of the Caucuses region, and particularly for the US relationship with Turkey?
David Ansara speaks with Armen K. Hovannisian of the Armenian Bar Association in Los Angeles about the historical events that led to the death of over a million Armenians and the significance of President Biden's recent announcement.
(0:00) Intro
(0:49) Historical context of the Armenian genocide
(11:08) The geopolitics of the Caucuses region and...2021-05-0945 minSolutions With David AnsaraMarian Tupy on human progress (and its enemies)David Ansara speaks with Marian Tupy, editor of www.HumanProgress.org, about how the world is better off than we think it is and why we shouldn't take this progress for granted.
(0:56) How absolute poverty is declining around the world
(5:38) Income inequality and economic progress
(10:20) Population growth and natural resources
(16:18) Is global warming a genuine threat?
(21:45) COVID-19 and government responses to the pandemic
(25:08) Democracy and economic development
(29:40) The threats to progress in South Africa
(33:04) Political polarization in the United States
(38:07) Property rights and...2021-05-0245 min
Solutions With David AnsaraHelen Zille on surviving wokeness'Woke' ideology is spreading through the Western world, widening racial divisions and polluting public discourse.
In this inaugural episode of the 'Solutions With David Ansara' podcast, David speaks with Helen Zille, a South African politician and author of a new book on 'wokeness', to discuss ways in which commonsense people can start to reclaim the rational liberal centre.
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PROpulsion LIVES2E8 - South Africa's road to recovery ft. David AnsaraSend us a textThis is the unedited original audio from our LIVE online show called PROpulsion LIVE broadcasted on Friday 26 March 2021. The broadcast was done offsite from Paarl in the Western Cape.News segment presented by Lelané Bezuidenhout, CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of SA.Personal Development segment: presented by Norma Simons, a mindset and accountability coach talking asking the question if you should quit when things get hard.Featured Guest: David Ansara from the Centre For Risk AnalysisDavid returns t...2021-03-271h 03
Discourse ZAThreats and Opportunities: Reviewing the Budget SpeechIn this episode of The Small Print, Bronwyn is joined by David Ansara from the Center for Risk Analysis to unpack the recent budget speech. How worried should South Africa be about a budget deficit? What policies could be implemented to stimulate growth? Bronwyn and David also look at the dilemma faced by individual South Africans: Should we invest in the future we want? Or hedge against the future we don’t? --- Bronwyn is a futurist, economist, trend analyst and host of The Small Print. Her day job as a partner at Flux Trends in...2021-02-271h 03
Sakeliga BeleidsradarDavid Ansara (CRA) on Mike Pompeo's AU Comments on EWC and USA SA Diplomatic RelationsDavid Ansara, Chief Operating Officer of the Centre for Risk Analysis joins the Policy Radar to give thoughts on US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's recent comments at the African Union on Expropriation without Compensation (EWC). The discussion considers US South Africa diplomacy, AGOA, developments around the amendment of Section 25 of the SA Constitution, and the possible consequences should South Africa lose its preferential (GSP and AGOA) access to US markets. The episode is hosted by Gerhard van Onselen, Senior Analyst at Sakeliga.2020-02-2116 min
SABC Digital NewsSA unemployment very high for a developing economy: AnsaraChief Operating Officer at Centre for Risk Analysis David Ansara says unemployment statistics are tied to economic growth.2020-02-1104 minSABC Digital NewsSA unemployment very high for a developing economy: AnsaraChief Operating Officer at Centre for Risk Analysis David Ansara says unemployment statistics are tied to economic growth.2020-02-1104 min