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South Africa has reached a tipping point.

What will the future hold?

How will the fundamental political and economic changes in SA impact you, your business and your family?

Our webinars, weekly risk assessments, and reports help you make informed business decisions.

• Will the ANC lose power in 2024? •

• Can the economy grow without consistent electricity supply? •

• Will the country see civil unrest and rioting on the scale of July 2021? •

• What are the various scenarios for South Africa’s future over the coming decade? •

"We can't understand how anyone can manage money without this valuable service."

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Why do you need this subscription?

For over a decade, the CRA has provided strategic advice to corporates, listed companies, and small business owners.

Now, we are extending this service to small business owners and individuals. Get the advice your business needs to compete in corporate South Africa.

What do you get with your subscription?

Weekly Risk Alert

A concise weekly digest of short-term emerging domestic and international risks, and strategies for dealing with them.

Seminars & Webinars

The long-term future of South Africa, and how it will evolve over the next decade.

Weekly WhatsApp Alerts

The long-term future of South Africa, and how it will evolve over the next decade.

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Who this service is for?

Are you invested in the future of South Africa, but want to be mindful of the risks?

Are you a small businesses, entrepreneur, independent consultant, or NGO?

Then the CRA’s advice will help you and your business succeed.

Understanding risk empowers you to anticipate
developments and prepare for an uncertain future.

Understand. Prepare. Prosper.

"We can't understand how anyone can manage money without this valuable service."

- A certified financial planner and CRA individual subscriber

About the CRA

For over a decade, the CRA has provided strategic advice to corporates, listed companies, and small business owners.

Are you ready to understand strategic risks, prepare for uncertainty, and invest in your future?

The CRA puts you a step ahead by giving you exclusive access to a team of expert strategists and analysts. We distill our insights into concise, regular reports and strategy sessions that empower you to make better decisions.

Dr John Endres directs the Centre For Risk Analysis. He provides strategic advice on political risk and policy to South African corporates, foreign investors and the diplomatic community. He also presents the CRA’s exclusive client Risk Alert – a written and audio note – every Monday morning at 7am.

John has extensive work experience in business, policy research and project management, and has authored a book on change management in cities.

John holds an MBA and a PhD in commerce and economics from a leading German business school, as well as a Master’s degree in translation studies from the University of the Witwatersrand.

Frequently Asked Questions

I’m a small business owner. Will signing up for a CRA subscription help me?

Yes. Small businesses are particularly vulnerable to political and economic risks in South Africa. CRA subscriptions are not only for large corporations − organisations of various sizes subscribe to our service.

I don’t have time to read through long reports. How much time will reading your material take me each week?

CRA reports are brief and to the point, saving you time in your busy schedule. Our Monday morning Risk Alert will help you to identify the key risks for the week ahead in under ten minutes. And if you don’t have time to read, you can also watch a short video or listen to a podcast over a quick cup of coffee.

I’m thinking about signing up for your free trial. If I want to cancel during the first 30 days, how would I do this?

You can cancel your free trial at any time during the 30 days by emailing sherwin@cra-sa.com

Is the free trial really free?

Yes. You will not be charged until 30 days after you start your free trial, and you can cancel at any time during those first 30 days if you prefer not to be charged.

I’m a C-suite executive at a large organization. Can I sign up for the Free Trial or Individual subscription?

Yes. You are welcome to sign up for the free trial or the Individual subscription. You can upgrade your subscription to Premium at any time to enable your whole organisation to benefit from our bespoke research and advisory services.

Once you start charging me, how often will I be billed?

You will be billed on a month-to-month basis, and can cancel your subscription at any time by emailing sherwin@cra-sa.com

What is risk?

Risks are the forces and events that can negatively impact the operation of your business and the security of your assets. South Africa is particularly vulnerable to political risks and has a hostile economic policy framework. Our team of experts can draw on decades of combined experience to help you make informed decisions for the future.

I recently lost my job, or my business closed. Why do I need a CRA subscription?

During turbulent times, you need the best advice to help you to protect your assets, your family and yourself. A CRA subscription is a small price to pay for your long-term peace of mind.

I’m interested in your subscription. Can you please call me tell me more about how you can help my business?

With pleasure! Please schedule a time for us to call you by clicking here: https://calendly.com/sherwinvb/navigating-uncertainty

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