South Africa: the World Bank’s fattened lamb for slaughter
Bheki Gila|Published

South Africa: the World Bank’s fattened lamb for slaughter

Understanding the BLA's critique of Judge Mokgoatlheng: A historical perspective

Thami Mazwai|Published

Judge Ratha Mokgoatlheng's recent apology has sparked outrage, particularly from the Black Lawyers Association, which he co-founded. This article explores the historical ...

G7 Summit: Will Global South Voices Be Heard?

Ashraf Patel|Published

For the Global South middle powers, an important responsibility in global G7 and G20 platforms is the commitment to articulate the interests of the G77 and the majority ...

Watch VideoJake White confirms Jan Serfontein’s Bulls return as Handré Pollard and Co to mount fresh URC title bid

Ashfak Mohamed|Published

As Jake White prepares for a holiday, he reflects on the Bulls' future with the return of Jan Serfontein and Handré Pollard, setting the stage for a thrilling URC ...

Watch VideoIt’s like everything was in fast-forward, says Jake White after Bulls bashed by Leinster in URC final

Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Bulls coach Jake White – having had to explain what went wrong in a third URC final in four years – agreed that his team hardly got into the game due to Leinster’s ...

Rugby World Cup 1995 I Mark Andrews' two weeks of torment as Springboks closed in on maiden World Cup victory

Mike Greenaway|Published

A monsoon struck Durban 30 years ago and the World Cup semi-final between the Springboks and France was almost called off. Bok lock Mark Andrews recalls the drama. ...

Watch VideoBulls captain Ruan Nortjé: Leinster put us under pressure in every facet in URC final

Ashfak Mohamed|Published

The Bulls were hoping to break their URC final drought after losing in the 2022 and 2024 title deciders, but it was not to be at a wet Croke Park as Leinster powered ...

Bumbling Bulls no match for slick Leinster in URC final

Ashfak Mohamed|Published

Jake White’s Bulls team conceded 14 points in as many minutes in a terrible start to the title decider, and were unable to recover and mount a serious challenge ...

Trump’s white South African resettlement plan and the global colour line

Siyabonga Hadebe|Published

The arrival of over 3 000 white South Africans in the US under Trump’s fast-tracked refugee resettlement programme represents a historic racial spectacle, framed ...

Municipal debt, corruption could plunge South Africa into darkness

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Without urgent intervention, South Africa's service delivery and energy stability face collapse as Eskom's debt spirals and municipalities struggle with financial ...

Sapo’s business rescue plan sparks heated debate in NCOP

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Tensions rise as NCOP legislators confront Business Rescue Practitioners over Sapo’s controversial rescue plan, demanding transparency in the face of public funding ...

From Cradle to Unemployment Line: A generation condemned to poverty

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

As South Africa commemorates Youth Month, urgent issues of youth exclusion from policy discussions and the neglect of early childhood development threaten the future ...

Youth Day: Are we celebrating a lie?

Adri Senekal de Wet|Published

As South Africa prepares to celebrate Youth Day, we must confront the stark reality: Are we honouring the legacy of 1976 or ignoring the cries of today's youth?

Education, Inequality, and AI: The new frontlines of youth struggle

Phakamile Hlubi-Majola|Published

Reflecting on the Soweto Uprising, this article explores how education and AI impact South Africa's youth in their ongoing struggle against inequality

Honouring Youth Day: The Legacy of June 16 in South Africa

Tswelopele Makoe|Published

As South Africa commemorates 49 years since the June 16 uprisings, we reflect on the enduring legacy of youth activism and its relevance in addressing today's societal ...

Why future generations may condemn our political choices

Vusi Shongwe|Published

An exploration of South Africa's political landscape reveals a troubling trend: as leaders squabble, the nation suffers. Can we reshape our future, or will history ...

SA lambastes the US over sanctions against ICC judges

Abbey Makoe|Published

The South African government has strongly condemned the Trump administration for imposing sanctions against judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC), viewing ...

Shamila Batohi: The scapegoat for a rotten system?

Adri Senekal de Wet|Published

As Shamila Batohi's tenure as NDPP comes under fire, we explore whether she is truly to blame for the NPA's failures or merely a scapegoat for deeper systemic issues ...

The impact of Malatsi’s EEIP on rural connectivity and economic growth

Noko Masipa|Published

How Minister Malatsi's bold EEIP initiative is set to revolutionise South Africa's economic growth and bridge the digital divide in rural communities, moving beyond ...

Exploring the importance of International Museum Day in South Africa

Vusi Shongwe|Published

Discover the significance of International Museum Day as we celebrate our rich cultural heritage and the legacy of freedom fighters like Nelson Mandela, encouraging ...