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How surveys are conducted – Radio 702 interview with Reza Omar

Clement Manyathela was joined by Reza Omar, Strategic Research Director of Citizen Surveys to talk about the how surveys are conducted. The interview looks at various topics and observations on sample design and methodology, national representative sampling and the transparency thereof. The interview then delves into

Survey shows unemployment crisis haunting SA youth

As South Africa celebrates Youth Day on the 16th June, the Cape Argus raises the topic of youth unemployment and the importance of tackling this very real challenge. Read more here: https://bit.ly/CSIOLYE.   Picture: A national survey among young people has found that the majority of youth are worried

SAfm Sunrise with Stephen Grootes

Reza Omar and Stepen Grootes had an extended half an hour in-depth interview to discuss what has been happening in South Africa over the past 15 years, with pertinent insights into the mood of the nation. To listen to the three part interview, click on the

THE JANE DUTTON HOUR – POST BUDGET2020, PANEL DISCUSSION ON eNCA

Reza Omar took part in a live panel discussion aired on eNCA at the Desmond and Leah Tutu Foundation in Cape Town to discuss the post Budget2020 and the impact on SOE’s, policy uncertainty and possible downgrades as well as whether South Africa’s trust in

Off Peak: Newzroom Afrika Interview with Reza Omar

Reza Omar was live on Newzroom AFrika chatting to Cathy Mohlahlana about expectations ahead of the budget speech, how many average South African's actually watch the budget and perceptions about SARS.   Watch the full interview below: https://vimeo.com/393629468  

Mboweni, the budget and a dwindling, disengaged audience

Ahead of the Budget 2020, City Press looked at Citizen Survey's data around dwindling audiences expected to watch the budget and less than positive expectations around the many challenges faced by South African's.   Click here to read the full article in the City Press.   Picture: Finance Minister

eNCA Africa Talking Point

Ahead of the Budget 2020 Reza Omar chatted to Tumelo Mothotoane and shared data about how many South African’s are aware of the budget and the threat to tax evasion as a form of protest against government non-delivery.   To watch the full interview, click on the

SAFM Sunrise Interview with Stephen Grootes

Reza Omar discusses the last decade with Stephen Grootes ahead of the 2020 Budget and unpacks South Africa’s sentiment. Over the past decade, Citizen Surveys has tracked whether South Africans believe that the country is heading in the right direction.   To listen to the full interview,