Episode 145 - RAMAPHOSA TOLD YOU WHY YOU SHOULDN'T VOTE ANC

In this edition of In The Ring With Eusebius McKaiser, I share
the main insights from my recent analysis piece (
https://www.timeslive.co.za/ideas/2023-01-10-eusebius-mckaiser-ramaphosa-told-you-why-you-shouldnt-vote-anc/
) which critically examined the ANC's January 8th
statement. 

The ANC's annual January 8th statement is part of its birthday
celebrations. The statement is traditionally read by the party's
president. It is an indication of what the  party hopes to
see happening within the government and the state in the
forthcoming year. Given that the ANC is the actual governing
party, it is an important early indication of policy intentions
for the year  ahead. 

I was flabbergasted at how many of my media peers and the
commentariat responded to the statement. Reporting has been quiet
rather than searing and critical.