There is no doubt that much has been said, written, filmed, photographed or otherwise recorded about Africa. It is a continent of mystery, of sorrow, of immense potential and no small amount of misunderstanding. Especially misunderstanding. It’s billion or so people are amongst the poorest on the face of the planet. Its resources are amongst … Continue reading Our lack of an African understanding: Part 1
A new leader for National Party?
If Chris Luxon is rolled, is Chris Bishop (above), the next Prime Minister? (Source: National Party) Last week Prime Minister Christopher Luxon made the absurd off-the-cuff announcement that he would support a referendum on the M.M.P. electoral system that New Zealand uses. After days of strong push-back, National are having an urgent meeting today to … Continue reading A new leader for National Party?
National losing confidence in Luxon?
Is the coalition fraying over the M.M.P. announcement? (1 News) A few days ago, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced that there will be a referendum on whether New Zealand should keep M.M.P. It came in a surprise announcement that was made with no prior consultation of the National Party caucus, nor the Cabinet that he … Continue reading National losing confidence in Luxon?
Timeline for the New Zealand election 2026
Governor General Cindy Kiro signing the Election Writ in 2017 (Source: N.Z. Parliament) It is now less than 100 days to the 2026 General Election. Given the changes that the Government has made to enrolling to vote and the legality of what can and cannot be done in /around polling booths, I have made this … Continue reading Timeline for the New Zealand election 2026
Winston Peters not putting New Zealand first (or First)
National Party M.P. Carlos Cheung who is from China (Source: R.N.Z.) A former New Zealand First M.P., the late Richard Prosser once told me that Winston Peters is New Zealand First's biggest asset... And biggest liability. The recent attacks by New Zealand First on immigrants are not only hugely toxic, they are also immensely hypocritical. … Continue reading Winston Peters not putting New Zealand first (or First)