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Does SA need a minister of public-private partnerships?

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We’re joined by Mark Barnes, former CEO of the South African Post Office and seasoned investment banker to explore a bold idea: the urgent need for a Minister of Public-Private Partnerships in South Africa.



Barnes argues that despite decades of dialogue between government and business, the partnerships that matter most still don’t exist. With public enterprises failing and private capital sitting on the sidelines, he believes a dedicated minister could help unlock stalled opportunities and bring much-needed expertise and trust back into the equation
14 Jul 2025 4PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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