EFF-led protests were bad for SA, says Business Unity SA
But some analysts say the protests, which were held with few incidents, are a worthwhile wake-up call for the ANC and good for democracy
21 March 2023 - 20:13
National protests by the EFF and a host of smaller political parties and civic organisations on Monday were bad for the economy, Business Unity SA CEO Cas Coovadia said.
But the issue should not be about turnout or whether it was a flop or a success, Coovadia said on Tuesday. “It goes contrary to creating a conducive environment to growing our economy. ..
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