Warwick Grey

Senior Editor

Warwick Grey is the Senior Editor of The Common Sense and a former intelligence and data analyst. Before entering journalism, he worked in strategic intelligence and data analysis, advising clients across mining, finance, and energy on geopolitical, economic, and security trends. At The Common Sense, he writes on geopolitics, conflict, and culture, bringing an analyst’s eye to the shifting balance of global power and what it means for South Africa’s place in the world.

Why a Used PlayStation Now Costs More Than a New One

Why a Used PlayStation Now Costs More Than a New One

AI tools have broken the locks on Sony's console, and buyers are now paying up to $1 500 for the second-hand machines that can still be opened.

13.10.2026 |

Warwick Grey

The Only Energy Policy That Matters, and the One Pretoria Is Not Following

The Only Energy Policy That Matters, and the One Pretoria Is Not Following

In Houston in Texas last week the world's largest economies agreed that cheap, reliable power comes first, and that a richer country is a greener one. Pretoria was barred from the table and remains committed to the opposite course.

23.9.2026 |

Warwick Grey

I Walked Through South Africa's Enclave Future

I Walked Through South Africa's Enclave Future

In uMhlanga, property owners have built an additional layer of government over public space. It may offer a glimpse of where South Africa is heading.

12.9.2026 |

Warwick Grey

China Now Builds The Robots That Build China – South Africa Should Pay Attention

China Now Builds The Robots That Build China – South Africa Should Pay Attention

China has taken a vast lead in the global robotics industry. This has implications for the great US-versus-China battle of the next two decades and presents an enormous opportunity for South Africa if its unity government could get its policy house in order.

26.8.2026 |

Warwick Grey

What Happens After Matric?

What Happens After Matric?

A matriculation certificate gets you into the labour market. It mostly does not get you a job.

20.8.2026 |

Warwick Grey

Government Announcements on Matric Pass Rate Conceal What Is Really Happening in Schools

Government Announcements on Matric Pass Rate Conceal What Is Really Happening in Schools

Parents should be wary of the idea that a rising matric pass rate means their children are getting a better education – quite the opposite might be happening.

13.8.2026 |

Warwick Grey

The DA and the FF+ Could Govern Tshwane Together

The DA and the FF+ Could Govern Tshwane Together

The two parties now poll a combined majority in the capital.

11.8.2026 |

Warwick Grey

ANC Falls to Third in eThekwini

ANC Falls to Third in eThekwini

Support for the ANC in eThekwini has fallen to less than half its 2021 share, leaving it third behind the MKP and the DA.

10.8.2026 |

Warwick Grey

Six Graphs Show How South Africans Access Healthcare

Six Graphs Show How South Africans Access Healthcare

Six graphs show that healthcare access in South Africa is driven primarily by employment, income, and economic growth.

6.8.2026 |

Warwick Grey

Young Africans Like Trump Even Though They Do Not Trust Him

Young Africans Like Trump Even Though They Do Not Trust Him

Young Africans are unexpectedly optimistic about Donald Trump’s second presidency, even though most believe his administration would break international law to secure the continent’s resources.

3.8.2026 |

Warwick Grey

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