Inspiry Day

Anger is an unproductive emotion. Use it it extreme moderation.

@chesscom As am amateur chess learner, I would say Snooker is better. But situation can be salvaged: Just have less patronizing AI coaches on @chesscom website. By these I mean they should not: 1) Give me an exclam for a recapture; 2) Congragulate me for “pouncing on that free piece”

they're comparing us to who?!?!

@SABCNews What a hot take, Mbeki!

WATCH | Former president Thabo Mbeki says Africa will remain in poverty if it stays fragmented, stressing the need for unity and collective action to unlock the continent’s full potential.

@darealgeja @Keidaboymmm @POFFADER @AfricaFactsZone @Pole1803 Do some work: Plot unemployment by country, unpack policies behind the low employment, u will get ur answers. Sad that some masses are pawns in the games of the elite.

@InspiryDay @Keidaboymmm @POFFADER @AfricaFactsZone @Pole1803 Show us it works on your country first

South Africa’s economic outlook has progressed from stable to positive according to Moody's.

Policies must also be very enabling. For example: 1. Reduce regulatory burdens. 2. Improve access to capital. 3. Eliminate trade tariffs between Africa countries. 4. Add employment to reserve bank mandate (not just price stability) 5. Reform educational curricula to reflect skill shortages.

We have to defeat poverty. Business on the continent must support the fight against poverty. #ThaboMbeki #ThaboMbekiLecture #sabcnews

@RonaldLamola True. However, outline a clear plan. No slogan, no campaigning, but a clear actionable plan whose results can be felt 6 months from now. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

We can sing about our liberation stalwarts and heroes but the people who now suppose to complete Africa’s revolution is us.

@Sophie_Mokoena 100%.

We really need a Podcast that will focus on Global issues particularly the conversations about us Africans . Looking at success and challenges facing the continent. Have frank conversations with leaders in all sectors of society. Above all create space for citizens of the continent to talk.Some of the financial institutions and big companies in Africa must give support in a form of resources. African initiatives must be funded by Africans .

@BusInsiderSSA South Africa. But it would be great of the countries reduced trade barriers between them

Which African country has the strongest global reputation?

@PeterObi @Letmebe555 Did you discuss ONE currency?

After speaking with Nigerians in Cape Town yesterday, I was able to have meaningful discussions this morning with three South African ministers and political party leaders regarding the ongoing challenges related to immigration, regional collaboration, and fostering peaceful coexistence between our nations. I had the pleasure of meeting with Mr Leon Schreiber, the South African Minister of Home Affairs and a prominent figure in the Democratic Alliance; Mr Velenkosini Hlabisa, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs and leader of the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP); and Mr Gayton McKenzie, the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture and leader of the Patriotic Alliance (PA). Our conversations were productive and candid, focusing on the current challenges that affect both countries—particularly those related to migration, economic strains, youth unemployment, security issues, and the rising tensions faced by African foreigners in South Africa. I firmly believe that Nigeria and South Africa, both prominent African nations, must enhance dialogue, bolster cooperation, and seek solutions based on justice, mutual respect, and adherence to the rule of law. In challenging times, leaders and citizens alike need to demonstrate responsible leadership, compassion, and restraint. We collectively stressed the importance of law-abiding behaviour, avoiding violence, resisting hate or provocation, and allowing lawful institutions to address grievances through democratic and constitutional processes, regardless of the challenges we face. The progress of Africa hinges on our ability to create unity, foster economic inclusivity, invest in our communities, and uphold the dignity of every African, no matter where they live. -PO

@Malatjie_ @JacintaNgobese Prosperity will always be a distant dream for a fragmented Africa. Its children are devouring each other for ‘scraps’, while the elite class grow in leaps and bounds, stock markets decoupled from employment. It does not have to be that way though.

About a year ago when I entered Rivonia Village News Cafe I was served by foreigners. Popped in tonight and it’s all South Africans bringing my platter and drinks. @JacintaNgobese you may not see it in real time wherever you at …but listen to me ..::it’s working!!!!

@MDNnewss Start with ONE continental currency

Dr Patrice Motsepe says African borders are artificial and that people across countries like South Africa, Eswatini and Rwanda share languages, culture and history. He argues Africans are “one people” divided by colonial borders.

For example: 1) Economic policy decisions that focus on aggregate measures of growth (GDP) instead of lifting all individuals; 2) Restricted access to capital, coupled with regulatory burdens and over-taxing of everyone and everything. This leaves people fighting each other for scraps.

@InspiryDay @POFFADER @AfricaFactsZone @Pole1803 What is the right problem?

Africa can be FILTHY rich. Ditching 50+ currencies for ONE continental currency can usher in an era of prosperity for the continent. Here is why (thread)

@BDliveSA Open up access to funding; cut-red tape; reduce regulatory burden

While more optimistic about formalisation than their counterparts elsewhere in the region, many small-scale entrepreneurs do not believe they extract the intended benefits. ebx.sh/4ohYiM

@ThabangMatsipan @AfricaFactsZone Do you prefer the status quo chief?

@InspiryDay @AfricaFactsZone Ke bohlanya kaofela nthweo. Zama ho kopanela mokgolo wa hao le bana baheno. Kapa mekgolo ya Lona Pele. Wa tsebang keng. Di influencer diyantina hobane sebile di influencer political landscape le di politicians TSA Africa bedibiliver nthoe.

@sifiso_nn @AfricaFactsZone Sometimes a radical leap is necessary. Things have been the same since ‘independence’ …

@InspiryDay @AfricaFactsZone First the mentality ot many Africans has to change, then good ethical leadership elected, then every country commits to one goal which is to grow their economies… Then we can talk about any unity

@BBCMOTD @BBCAfrica The 21 days starts from when?

The Democratic Republic of Congo's World Cup squad have been told to isolate for 21 days before they can enter the US because of the Ebola outbreak. DR Congo are training in Belgium after their training camp - scheduled to take place in Kinshasa - was cancelled.

@POFFADER @AfricaFactsZone @Pole1803 You fixing the wrong problem, I think

@AfricaFactsZone @Pole1803 We are currently not taking on any foreigners, especially Nigerians. We are cleaning and fixing our Country. Everyone has a right to fix their Country. Abahambe horizontal or Vertical, they will go home

@me_rego @AfricaFactsZone So correct. Economists line to look at raw GDP and stock market performace (which can hit record levels even when poverty/unemployment is at record levels). A radical reboot is required. Here is a thought:

@AfricaFactsZone Whatever, it doesn’t serve any good for South Africans. Unemployment is rising and businesses are struggling.