What’s next for South Africa: Chief Rabbi talks to Dr Frans Cronje

In this conversation all the big issues of the day are discussed: the GNU’s survival, the decline of the ANC, Trump’s approach to SA, the expropriation act, employment equity, NHI, electricity, Israel and SA’s foreign policy, and much more.

Dr Cronje’s ground-breaking data and insights shift the way to think about South Africa, and offer a rational framework for how to understand and respond proactively to the trends that are shaping the country’s future.

If you are someone who cares about South Africa’s direction — this conversation matters.

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Conversation Overview

A Look Back
Reflecting on bold predictions made ahead of South Africa’s 2024 elections — and what actually unfolded.

Public Opinion is not what you think it is
Exploring the gap between what South Africans really want and what political parties and the media often assume.

The Rise and Fall of the ANC
Understanding how the ANC lost support — and what the data tells us about voter motivations.

The Government of National Unity (GNU)
What it is, why it formed, and how it reflects deeper social and political dynamics.

Economic Growth, Investment & Confidence
What’s holding South Africa back — and what would need to change to unlock real progress.

Reform Through Pressure
Why pressure — not ideology — shapes political outcomes in South Africa.

The Road Ahead
What might shape South Africa’s political future between now and the 2029 election.