Michael Andisile Mayalo

iol opinion writer

Why naming gender-based violence a national disaster is just the beginning

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

South Africa has declared gender-based violence a national disaster, but will this declaration lead to real change? This article explores the urgent need for enforcement, ...

Trump's rhetoric and its impact on South Africa's international relations

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

President Donald Trump's recent statements about South Africa signal a troubling shift in diplomatic relations, revealing deeper geopolitical motives and the potential ...

How belief, not money, powered Zohran Mamdani's campaign

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Mamdani campaign became a movement powered not by money but by belief.

When the DA acts like opposition in a government they’re part of

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The DA’s behaviour lately feels less like governance and more like political theatre, a performance for their base, rather than a commitment to collective leadership. ...

What the G20 really means for young South Africans

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

G20 gives Africa, a continent with the youngest population on Earth, a voice in conversations about global finance, trade, and development. But the key question ...

Why does service delivery only matter during global events?

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

When the dignitaries leave and the cameras are turned off, communities often return to the same conditions as before — broken systems, unfulfilled promises, and ...

Stop using the jobless as political foot soldiers while offering them no future

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Political parties across the spectrum exploit the desperation of disadvantaged young people for their own gain in the run up to elections.

The ANC’s roll call: A moment for accountability or political theatre?

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Municipalities under ANC rule have become synonymous with poor infrastructure, unreliable public services, and a general malaise that has left many South Africans ...

Why the NYDA's support for the Scorpion Kings Matters

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Discover how the NYDA's support for the Scorpion Kings' concert is reshaping South Africa's music industry and providing vital opportunities for young talent.

South Africa's youth: A ticking time bomb of frustration and disillusionment

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

More than 60% of South Africa’s population is under the age of 35. These are the people who were told that freedom in 1994 would unlock opportunity, that hard work ...

ANC's identity crisis: A call for leadership and integrity

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

As citizens seek new leadership, can the ANC reclaim its purpose and reconnect with the people?

Why South Africa's R700 million National Dialogue won't solve youth unemployment

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

With over 8 million young South Africans unemployed, the allocation of R700 million to a National Dialogue raises critical questions about priorities. ...

Why funerals should remain family affairs, not political stages

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The passing of David Mabuza and the subsequent political posturing at his funeral.

Mbeki urges the DA to engage in national dialogue for South Africa's future

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Mbeki's open letter to DA leader John Steenhuisen highlights the urgent need for inclusive national dialogue in South Africa, urging political parties to prioritise ...

Youth empowerment: Key takeaways from Deputy President Mashatile’s G20 address

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Discover how Deputy President Mashatile’s G20 address resonates with the aspirations of South African youth.

How business interests are shaping South Africa's foreign policy

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Explore how the growing influence of business interests in South Africa's foreign policy raises critical questions about democracy and public accountability.

The Truth About Cape Town's Well-Run Image: A Cape Flats Perspective

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

What does it mean to live in a city deemed 'well-run' when your reality is filled with violence and fear? This article explores the stark contrast between Cape Town's ...

How sycophancy harms the ANC and ANCYL: The need for authentic leadership

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Explore the critical struggle between genuine leadership and sycophancy within the ANC and ANCYL, and discover how this dynamic threatens the core values of these ...

The critical role of banks in empowering South Africa's SMEs

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Discover how South African banks can transform the economy by actively supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs), which are vital for innovation, job creation, ...

Courtroom politics: The DA and ANC's complex relationship in South Africa

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The ongoing legal battles between South Africa's DA and ANC raise critical questions about political accountability and governance. Are these parties partners in ...

Rebuilding South Africa: a nation with unmatched potential

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

South Africa stands at a pivotal moment, rich in history and potential yet burdened by political strife and disillusionment. How can we harness our strengths to ...

Understanding youth unemployment in South Africa: We’re not lazy

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Explore the harsh realities of youth unemployment in South Africa, where a generation is unfairly labelled as lazy. Discover the systemic issues at play and the ...

The toxic alliance: Why the ANC and DA should end their coalition

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Explore the deteriorating alliance between the ANC and DA, a political partnership that has devolved into dysfunction, distrust, and public embarrassment, hindering ...

Elon Musk confirms Twitter has become X. com

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Social network Twitter has fully migrated over to X. com according to Elon Musk.

This is about me being an advocate for what is right, says Semenya

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Caster Semenya said yesterday’s hearing at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) into whether the double Olympic champion can be required to lower her testosterone ...