Something extra

1 Some are now questioning themselves about the one they have anointed as the heir apparent. They say the way he has handled problems is akin to the dithering of the head, so they are now asking if he is the man for the job, if and when the vacancy arises.

Wit and gutter

2 Media watchers and members of civil society say it's a case of the two artists, one represents wit and witticisms done in the best possible taste; the other represents the baser gutter instincts.

Harm or good?

3 It's the most talked about event; but the talk is not good! The question for most is what motivated the principals to authorise the non-event, as it stands to do more harm than good!

Chatter time

4 People are laughing their heads off; some say the age-old saying is so appropriate: when you throw stone in hog pen, the one who bawl out is the one who gets the lick.

Why no action?

5 Some are saying any savvy CEO or MD who cared would know something is fundamentally flawed with their operations, based on the mounting complaints and growing disenchantment. And if that was not enough, they say a visit to any of the company's offices, and the lines of disgruntled customers would be enough to cause any responsive board to make changes. So many are confused as to why no heads have rolled in the face of such tumultuous outrage.

Are they coming?

6 Bets are on that warrants will be issued before Christmas.

Getting ready for a race

7 Quote of the week: "The Supplementary Budget was the equivalent of putting the country under the election starting order. We are now on our mark!"

Is the deal on?

8 He's now rolling in cash, although the deal has since been rescinded. He may have to return it all!