Without sounding histrionic, we face the twin threats of Covid-19 and the revolt of poor people. The burning of schools, the protests – these are the first signs of what is to come if politicians do not start to listen and respond, writes Mmusi Maimane
By disruptive moment, I mean an event, or series of events, that stops and alters established ways of operation or being.
Covid-19 is disrupting this and placing our country’s uncomfortable realities back in plain sight and front of mind South Africa is one of the most unequal countries in the world, roughly split into two halves – one which is globally competitive in development, and one with high levels of poverty. How does a family of eight living in a shack and sharing a communal tap and toilet effectively practise social distancing?
Police Minister Bheki Cele’s infamous mantra of “shoot to kill” is fast becoming “skop, skiet en donder”.
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