The Common Sense's Diary
Trump the wartime orator, back to the stone age with Iran, a stable polity, be very grateful for forex and water and headlights, the Gauteng ANC also wants to go back to the stone age, the DA wobbles and underwhelms, Willie Spies might be just what is needed.
7.4.2026 |
The Editorial Board
South Africa Could Learn from Uribe’s Colombian Playbook
Uribe’s Colombia offers South Africa a hard lesson in restoring security, growth, and confidence through reform write Greg Mills, Ray Hartley, and JD Molina.
7.4.2026 |
Greg Mills, Ray Hartley, and JD Molina
Dispatch from Washington
Richard Tren writes on the view from Washington on the latest global developments.
5.4.2026 |
Richard Tren
The One Thing Investors Care About
David Ansara writes on the South African government's latest investor conference.
5.4.2026 |
David Ansara
Why Does the ANC Cling to the Clearly Impossible NHI?
RW Johnson writes on the ANC’s obsession with the folly of the NHI.
5.4.2026 |
RW Johnson
Could Rupert Lowe be the Next British PM?
Simon Lincoln Reader writes on a dark horse to be the next leader of Britain.
3.4.2026 |
Simon Lincoln Reader
The Decline of Marriage and Its Societal Consequences
Last month, The Common Sense published data revealing a troubling trend: the ratio of marriages to divorces in South Africa has fallen from 6:1 a decade ago to 4:1 today. This shift could have profound social implications, undermining the foundational pillars that contribute to societal stability.
2.4.2026 |
Pierneef
Koos Malan Confuses Libertarian Cosplay with Constitutionalism
Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen replies to Prof Koos Malan.
2.4.2026 |
John Steenhuisen
South Africa’s Strength Lies in Unity: Why Institutions Must Amplify Common Ground
Despite apparent divisions, South Africa’s shared values and trust offer a foundation for national success – an opportunity for influential institutions to shape the narrative toward unity and prosperity.
30.3.2026 |
Frans Cronje
Can Wars Only be Fought According to International Law?
RW Johnson writes on Keir Starmer's decision paralysis.
29.3.2026 |
RW Johnson
