I really like this article, Johan. I feel I can really support a plan like this, if it was going to happen. It's been suggested for a long time that the cabinet has to be reduced drastically.
A bit tongue in the cheek, but also with some seriousness: Having all the financial responsibilities in one place also means it can all be screwed up in one go (recall the SARS, but also the Finance minister fiascos). In some way, the split has perhaps saved us a little until now. Rationally though, I agree.
I enjoyed your suggestions in respect of the size of government. My question is where in South Africa will you find people to work full-time in the suggested portfolios?
I'm sure that there are talented people in the private sector who, knowing that the government is serious about turning things around, will be happy to apply.
The Unions may destroy Javier, or his use of the police on them will. In South Africa, the Unions would definitely destroy anybody who tried, which is why we have to learn how to live with less.
I really like this article, Johan. I feel I can really support a plan like this, if it was going to happen. It's been suggested for a long time that the cabinet has to be reduced drastically.
A bit tongue in the cheek, but also with some seriousness: Having all the financial responsibilities in one place also means it can all be screwed up in one go (recall the SARS, but also the Finance minister fiascos). In some way, the split has perhaps saved us a little until now. Rationally though, I agree.
I enjoyed your suggestions in respect of the size of government. My question is where in South Africa will you find people to work full-time in the suggested portfolios?
I'm sure that there are talented people in the private sector who, knowing that the government is serious about turning things around, will be happy to apply.
The Unions may destroy Javier, or his use of the police on them will. In South Africa, the Unions would definitely destroy anybody who tried, which is why we have to learn how to live with less.