Macro environmental factors and issues are uncontrollable external forces that affect how Governmental departments at the different spheres operates. They are largely out of the control of the public institutions, and often require changes in administration, management, and service delivery. Political Analysts, Public Officials and Public Office Bearers often categorize them using the acronyms PEST or PESTEL. An issue therefore becomes a management challenge when it has to be addressed within a government department. Critically analyse the views and opinions on the macro environmental issues as stated by PESTEL, in the above mentioned statement.