Oscar van Heerden
Oscar van Heerden is a political analyst and academic based in South Africa, recognized for his expertise in political dynamics and governance. He has commented extensively on the challenges faced by the country's coalition government, particularly in adapting traditional budgeting processes to a new political landscape. Van Heerden emphasizes the need for dialogue and transparency among coalition partners to navigate fiscal policies effectively.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 9.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,382 | $2,700,000 | 731$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 5.00 | 0.36% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 214,887 | $350,000 | 1,268$ |
| Totals | 2 | 127,194,701 | 233,269 | $3,050,000 | 1,999$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Van Heerden hailed the planned state visit as a brilliant move by South Africa.
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South Africa:
University of Johannesburg political analyst Oscar van Heerden said the opposition to the VAT increase showed that the ANC’s old ways would need to change.
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