whythawk ratings: measuring effective development

1. The spectre of loyalty over ability
(Analysis/Analysis)

...very person has the capacity to lead, but every person enjoys the opportunities created by talented leaders. Leadership is a knotty task. It is not merely about seeing further and implementing brave...

2. The Jimmy Wales interview: Wikipedia and Lessons in Globalisation
(Analysis/Analysis)

...ally leading the process. In a world of big personalities, finding someone who is prepared to co-ordinate the leadership of others is going to be hard. Different versions of this interview have appear...

3. Jacob's ANC Ladder: the power of the state, the power of the party
(Analysis/Analysis)

...esident is chosen by the winning party - not by the people, and the winning party is always the ANC.  So leadership of the ANC conveys control of the country.  The president appoints cabinet...

4. AIDS-related illnesses cost South African businesses up to R 2.2 billion per year
(Analysis/Analysis)

...ensive that they result in further and unnecessary hardship.  Further reinforcing the need for corporate leadership and responsibility in wellness initiatives, Dr Nosel says, "These changes ...

5. Does Africa need the most expensive school in the world?
(Analysis/Analysis)

A report from the Pretoria News offers a chilling perspective:  The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls will cost just over $ 800 000 a month to maintain - but it will never "in the

6. X Challenge: Develop the cheapest most effective school
(Analysis/Analysis)

When South African Airways was the only carrier a round-trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town used to cost over  $ 1 000 for the two-hour flight.  Hardly anyone flew and the two main cities in

7. How much does a free education cost?
(Analysis/Analysis)

Oprah Winfrey has just opened a school for girls in South Africa. The Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy is based in Meyerton, Gauteng and offers 150 “academically talented girls an opportunity t