Nepal conflagration; Lessons for RSA
In this CRA discussion, Chris Hattingh and Ricardo Teixeira analyse the recent protests in Nepal.
[Webinar] Political Instability and Violent Consequences in SA
In this CRA briefing, Chris Hattingh, Hermann Pretorius and Ofentse Davhie will discuss the ANC's ongoing decline, the state of the GNU, increasing political violence, and advice for business to mitigate the risks and take advantage of emerging opportunities.
CRA G20 update - SA gets Vance, no Trump
In this CRA discussion, Chris Hattingh and Ofentse Davhie discuss the latest developments around South Africa's G20 presidency and the upcoming G20 Summit in Johannesburg.
The ANC’s Nuclear Option Must Be Economic Growth
CRA Executive Director Chris Hattingh is joined by the CEO of the Institute of Race Relations (IRR), Dr John Endres unpack the recent National Convention of the National Dialogue, the fallout, developments within the ANC, and South Africa’s access to the global SWIFT payment system. Dr Endres and Mr Hattingh also discuss the importance of pragmatic engagement with South Africa's trade partners as well as the barriers to and importance of economic growth to effectively address South Africa's many issues.
SA’s Window of Opportunity
From Washington, CRA Executive Director Chris Hattingh shares key takeaways for South Africa’s government on navigating relations with the United States (US). From the urgency of compromise to the risks of waiting for a new administration, Mr Hattingh explains why the current moment may be South Africa’s best chance to secure trade and investment deals — and why future US leaders could be far less pragmatic.
A Relationship on Thin Ice
CRA Executive Director Chris Hattingh is in Washington DC to gain exclusive insights about the latest developments in the US-South Africa relationship. He details how leaders on Capitol are frustrated about South Africa’s perceived antagonistic foreign policy, how the country's domestic policies are affecting US businesses, and the underperformance of the Government of National Unity.
Disconnected & disorganised defence: The state of the SANDF
The CRA's Chris Hattingh speaks to Ricardo Teixeira, Editor at ProtectionWeb, and Defence and National Security Analyst at defenceWeb about the state of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF). The two discuss the impact of patronage and cadre deployment, the lack of military resources and equipment, low morale amongst troops, the likelihood of a coup, and the recommendations of the 2015 Defence Review. Mr Teixeira also details the intention of state-owned arms manufacturer Denel to develop new equipment in light of the Department of Defence's failure to ensure adequate funding.
Distractions, deflections and scapegoats
Anlu Keeve speaks to the CRA’s Chris Hattingh about recent developments in the relationship between the United States (US) and South Africa, including accusations that members of the Democratic Alliance are spreading disinformation about South Africa's domestic policies. Mr Hattingh further unpacks the growing diplomatic rift between the US and South Africa, noting the defensiveness of the South African Government as it attempts to shut down criticism of its foreign policy posture.