Sizwe Dlamini

Sunday Independent Editor

Why GBV needs more than a 16-day campaign

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Amidst the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, the National Shelter Movement of SA demands a shift from mere words to tangible action, highlighting ...

Jagersfontein Disaster: Owners knew the dam would burst, but kept filling it anyway

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

A recent investigation into the Jagersfontein tailings dam disaster reveals alarming negligence by its owners, who may have known about the dam's instability since ...

US citizens in South Africa expose Trump’s white supremacy and dangerous lies

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Amid rising global condemnation, US citizens in South Africa are sounding the alarm on Trump's aggressive foreign policy and divisive rhetoric, warning of the dangerous ...

Never Again: Parliament stands against forced sterilisation of HIV+ poor women

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

The Portfolio Committee on Health condemns the decades-long forced sterilisation of HIV-positive Black women in South Africa, demanding justice and accountability. ...

Black Friday deals expose South Africa’s R370 grant crisis

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

How South Africa's R370 Social Relief of Distress grant struggles to provide adequate food security during Black Friday, revealing the harsh realities faced by low-income ...

Icasa Council’s bonus ban sparks staff backlash

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Icasa staff voice strong dissatisfaction over the Council's decision to withhold performance bonuses, citing unfairness and potential damage to morale, as they call ...

Pressure mounts on Icasa chair amid policy violation claims

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Is Icasa's chairperson Mothibi Ramusi facing a crisis? Allegations of policy violations and executive privilege threaten his leadership as workers remain unpaid. ...

Spaza Shops Mess: Licences for foreigners, confiscations for locals

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

South Africa's spaza shop system is rigged against local traders, as foreign-owned businesses thrive under lax regulations. This article exposes the shocking disparities ...

Tutu Legacy takes a stand against GBVF with business closure

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

In a powerful act of solidarity, the Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation announces a business closure to support the Women’s Shutdown initiative, aiming to spotlight ...

India–South Africa: An alliance reshaping global power at G20

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

At the G20 Summit, India and South Africa's alliance emerges as a powerful force, challenging the status quo and demanding a voice for the Global South in a world ...

Intellectual warrior Dr Vusi Shongwe passes on

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Dr Vusi Shongwe, a towering intellectual and advocate for cultural identity in KwaZulu-Natal, has passed away, leaving a profound impact on public discourse and ...

Auditor-General exposes South Africa's public health system on the verge of collapse

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

The Auditor-General's latest report uncovers a shocking reality: South Africa's public health system is on the brink of collapse, marked by financial mismanagement, ...

The silent toll of financial stress in South Africa

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

A rising number of South Africans are facing what experts term 'Financial Stress Syndrome', a condition that highlights the psychological burden of ongoing financial ...

Be Warned: Your Black Friday deal could be a deepfake scam

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

As Black Friday approaches, RCS warns South African consumers about a surge in sophisticated scams, including deepfakes and phishing schemes. Learn how to protect ...

Watch VideoDiaspora leader Abdou Samb claims African of the Year at Mission Africa Awards

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

At the glitzy Mission Africa Awards, Ambassador Abdou Samb was crowned African of the Year, igniting a powerful call for the diaspora to reclaim their roots and ...

RAF’s R230bn scam the worst in history

Mayibongwe Maqhina and Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Scopa' s damning report reveals a decade of unlawful practices within the Road Accident Fund, exposing a staggering R230 billion in hidden liabilities that have ...

Scopa draws line in the sand, subpoenas RAF’s former chief

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Scopa has taken a decisive step in its inquiry into the Road Accident Fund by subpoenaing former CEO Collins Letsoalo, following his failure to respond to prior ...

RAF exposed for gifting R5.2m in vehicles amid corruption scandal

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

As the RAF's leadership faces scrutiny for years of maladministration, questions arise about the integrity of public funds and the urgent need for accountability… ...

DPCI Blunders: The R1.2bn fraud that went unchecked

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

The DPCI faces intense scrutiny as a forensic report reveals shocking investigative failures in a R1. 2bn fraud scheme, exposing systemic issues that allowed a criminal ...

SARB’s Bankserv Takeover: A power grab set to rock South Africa’s financial sector

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

SARB's acquisition of BankservAfrica signals a seismic shift in South Africa's financial landscape, raising questions about the future of competition, innovation, ...

Secret battle to seize control of the PIC unfolds

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

A fierce battle for control of the Public Investment Corporation intensifies as the suspension of chief investment officer Kabelo Rikhotso exposes deep divisions ...

PIC CIO suspended on whistleblower claims, not AYO

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Amid swirling speculation, the suspension of the PIC's CIO, Kabelo Rikhotso, raises critical questions: Is this a mere distraction from deeper governance issues, ...

South Africa welcomes the release of detained activists from Israel

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

Six South African activists detained by Israel during a humanitarian mission have been released, prompting a wave of relief and calls for renewed dialogue on the ...

Urgent call for accountability in Eastern Cape municipalities

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

A parliamentary delegation issues a stark warning to Eastern Cape municipalities, demanding an end to empty promises and a commitment to real reform

Crisis at the Core: ANC fractures deepen under Ramaphosa’s leadership

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

After the ANC faced its first significant parliamentary defeat since 1994, President Cyril Ramaphosa's grip on power is slipping. Claims of collusion, media manipulation, ...