TK POOE | 2025 is the year of the evolving interregnum moment
The path forward requires bold leadership, a clear vision and a willingness to implement structural changes that will define South Africa’s future beyond 2025
06 February 2025 - 11:24
It is now the opening season of South African politics, marked by the upcoming state of the nation address (Sona). Still, after engaging with various South African citizens throughout December and parts of January, a prevailing sentiment has emerged regarding the country’s overall direction. Namely South Africa is experiencing an interregnum moment — a period where authority figures in government and the private sector struggle to articulate a vision for the future amid mounting crises...
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