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Soon we’ll all be driving Korean hatch-backs

21 November 2008 | The Stage

What do General Motors, Ford and Chrysler have in common? Yes, they’re all motor vehicle manufacturers based in Northern America. But there’s something else. Each of these behemoths of US industry is on the brink of bankruptcy. The best solution their res

Brace yourself for a SARS onslaught

21 November 2008 | Straight Talk

The South African Revenue Services is often complimented for its success in widening the tax revenue net. Under the guidance of Commissioner Pravin Gordhan SARS has beaten the collection targets set by Treasury for a number of years now. A quick look at f

Are we in for a repeat of the 1930s style recession?

07 November 2008 | Straight Talk

When sub-prime was first diagnosed the economic experts were at pains to quantify the problem. One after the other they offered estimates of the losses that banks might incur. And one after the other they were forced to raise these estimates. Even Federal

Obama hooks the world’s top post; but does he really want it?

07 November 2008 | The Stage

It’s official. The United States of America has a new President – and he’s a Democrat! After leading the opinion polls for month, Barack Obama emerged as the people’s favourite when the US went to the polls on 4 November 2008. The election drew more voter

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Question

If you had to hazard a guess, when do you reckon the COFI Bill will be signed into law?

Answer

2026, as promised 2027 looks more likely Impossible to say More consultation needed

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