The Common Sense
26 May 2026
No. 45Subscribe

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Columns

Africa Set for Liftoff?

What Africa needs to do to harness the potential of its population.

Africa Set for Liftoff?
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Economics & Policy

Brent Fall Could Pull Petrol Back Toward R21 Per Litre

As the war in Iran winds down, Brent crude could fall back into the mid-$60 range by the end of 2026 if the Strait of Hormuz reopens by July and restores roughly 17 million barrels per day of Gulf oil flows, according to an estimate produced by The Common Sense.

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Economics & Policy

Firm Says Iran War Exit Point Bodes Well for Investors

The endgame for the Iran war is in sight as US and Iranian negotiators put the final touches on a plan for peace.

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Columns

Meyer Must Convince Pretoria, Not Washington, on a Trade Deal

South Africa’s ambassador to Washington, Roelf Meyer, has presented his credentials to United States President Donald Trump, but his ability to secure a major trade and investment deal will depend on whether Pretoria gives him the political backing to do so.

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Politics

Blow for Steenhuisen as Free State Agriculture Wins for Farmers

Free State Agriculture’s decision to break ranks has produced a major court victory for farmers fighting to protect their herds from FMD.

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