After the Ballot: What the 2026 Municipal Elections Mean for South Africa's Political and Economic Future: PSG Think Big Series
Qaanitah Hunter: Award-winning political journalist and editor Gareth van Onselen: Political strategist Facilitated by Alishia Seckam: Broadcast and financial journalist. Qaanitah Hunter studied at Wits University, obtaining a Master’s degree in Journalism while building her career in political reporting. She has worked across South African and international media platforms as a political journalist, editor and commentator, covering major political developments and hosting conversations with influential figures. She co-authored the book Who Will Rule SA? and received the prestigious Nat Nakasa Award for courageous journalism in 2019. In 2023, she was selected as an R. Murrow Journalism Leadership Fellow in the United States. Gareth van Onselen studied at Wits University, obtaining a Master's degree in sociology before entering the world of politics in 2001. Until 2012, he worked for the Democratic Alliance in various capacities, most of which involved communications and political analysis. He then worked for the Sunday Times as a senior reporter and for the Institute of Race Relations as head of politics before joining market research company Victory Research as its CEO in 2019. The series is a collection of dialogues with high-value speakers hosted by broadcast and financial journalist Alishia Seckam. Each topic addresses burning issues that are concerning South Africans in these uncertain times. The Think Big series aims to empower you with factual evidence and manage expectations on various aspects of how the current situation could unfold. The opinions expressed in these podcasts are the opinions of the series and not necessarily those of PSG. The information in these podcasts is provided as general information. It does not constitute financial, tax, legal or investment advice and PSG Financial Services does not guarantee its suitability or potential value. Since individual needs and risk profiles differ, we suggest you consult your qualified financial adviser, if needed. PSG Wealth Financial Planning (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial services provider. FSP 728.
