insert_link Business / Economics Economics Researcher advocates for strong governance frameworks within State-Owned Enterprises Business And Economics Researcher, Josef Sheehama calls for robust governance structures within SOEs, advocating for the independence of boards and clear separation of roles between board chairs and chief executives. This separation, he argued, is crucial to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure focused, effective leadership. today17 June, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa: coalition government won’t fix past failures – expect the private sector to play a bigger role in delivering power, transport and security By Lawrence Hamilton, University of the Witwatersrand To help save the planet, governments across the globe are choosing to adopt sustainable policies and encourage (or coerce) the private sector to do likewise. Given the climate crisis, most responsible governments are focusing on finding every possible means to meet existing needs without sacrificing the planet to meet the needs of future generations. In South Africa things […] today4 June, 2024
insert_link Namibia Expert Emphasizes Transparency as Key in State-Owned Enterprises Independent business researcher Josef Sheehama has underscored the paramount significance of transparency in state-owned enterprises, commonly referred to as parastatals. Addressing the matter, Sheehama pointed out the clear connection between the absence of transparency and the widespread occurrence of corruption within these organizations. today26 March, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Independent Business and Economics Researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama Advocates for Parastatal Transparency In a recent statement, Josef Sheehama emphasized the critical importance of transparency within state-owned enterprises, also known as parastatals. Speaking on the issue, Sheehama highlighted the direct correlation between the lack of transparency and the prevalence of corruption within these entities. Sheehama asserted that without adequate transparency and accountability measures in place, corruption becomes an enticing prospect for individuals seeking personal enrichment at the expense of public resources. He underscored […] today26 March, 2024
insert_link Science & Technology Is TikTok’s parent company an agent of the Chinese state? In China Inc., it’s a little more complicated Some U.S. lawmakers have grown concerned about TikTok. Greg Baker/AFP via Getty Images. By Shaomin Li, Old Dominion University Does the Chinese government have officials inside TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, pulling the strings? And does the storing of data from the popular social media app outside of China protect Americans? These questions appear to dominate the current thinking in the U.S. over whether to ban TikTok if its […] today18 March, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Unpacking the National Budget: Insights from Independent Business and Economic Researcher Josef Sheehama As we delve into the recent national budget with the insights of independent business and economic researcher, Josef Sheehama. In a recent interview, Sheehama shared his perspective on the budget allocation, emphasizing both positives and concerns regarding the distribution of funds. Youth Allocation Highlights Positives, but Agriculture Faces Shortcomings The budget, as described by Sheehama, has some commendable aspects, particularly the allocation of 45% to youth initiatives. This is […] today12 March, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics IMF Ukraine / Commercial Real Estate Risks / Zambia The IMF praised the Ukrainian authorities for implementing anti-corruption measures in a new law, spokesperson Julie Kozack told reporters Thursday (March 7) in Washington, DC. “On the corporate governance law, the approval of what we would consider a landmark corporate governance law is a very important step towards strengthening state owned enterprises (SOEs) in Ukraine,” said Kozack. “The law enhances the role of supervisory boards and brings Ukrainian […] today11 March, 2024
