How apartheid nostalgia betrays South Africa’s unfinished liberation

Siyabonga Hadebe|Published

Is the nostalgia for apartheid distorting our understanding of South Africa's progress? This article critiques the romanticised view of the past and examines the ...

Criticism mounts as minister neglects fishing communities

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

How is the DFFE addressing the crisis in small-scale fisheries amidst a R9 billion budget? Discover the unfolding challenges faced by fishing communities

The GNU, a cute little political deception

Bheki Gila|Published

Andrew Whitfield's controversial dismissal by President Cyril Ramaphosa raises questions about the stability of South Africa's Government of National Unity, revealing ...

BRICS media should lead the charge for an inclusive global narrative

Adri Senekal de Wet|Published

At the forefront of global media and geopolitics, the BRICS Media Forum in Rio de Janeiro marks a pivotal moment for collaboration among nations, aiming to redefine ...

South Africa's future is at stake as children's education is neglected

Tswelopele Makoe|Published

At a recent Unisa event, a teacher shared the heartbreaking tale of Shane, an eight-year-old boy caught in a cycle of violence and neglect, reflecting a broader ...

Is Ramaphosa complicit in corruption?

Phapano Phasha|Published

Political analyst Prince Mashele makes explosive allegations against President Cyril Ramaphosa, suggesting complicity in corruption alongside suspended Minister ...

Secret Spies, Sacred Lies: Who guards the guardians?

Vusi Shongwe|Published

With the delicate balance between intelligence operations and democratic accountability, this article delves into the recent revelations by KwaZulu-Natal Police ...

Trump’s tariffs make us look like a monkey with a grenade

Abbey Makoe|Published

How Trump's erratic foreign policy and recent tariff threats are reshaping international relations, particularly with NATO and Russia, in a world where unpredictability ...

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.

How our ego-fueled rage is destroying democracy

Vusi Shongwe|Published

In a world increasingly characterised by divisive rhetoric and emotional volatility, Dr Vusi Shongwe explores the alarming decline of civility in political discourse ...

Are commissions in South Africa a tool for justice or a shield for corruption?

Siyabonga Hadebe|Published

Ndlozi argues that a president cannot find anyone guilty, insisting that proper judicial commissions of inquiry led by judges with strict timelines are essential ...

Attack on Koeberg: How MK's Special Ops unit shattered the apartheid regime's invincibility

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For over three decades, the remarkable story of Umkhonto we Sizwe’s Special Operations Unit has remained largely untold. Formed under the direct command of ANC president ...

Celebrating Opportunity: Insights from the Princess Royal's Reception

Armstrong Williams|Published

Join me on a captivating evening at St James’s Palace, where I mingled with dignitaries and engaged with Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal, who passionately ...

SARS aims for R100bn in tax collection this season

Jashwin Baijoo|Published

Sars Project AmaBillions aims to significantly enhance tax debt collection capabilities this season by leveraging both manpower and artificial intelligence to target ...

How Musk and Trump's face-off may affect US democracy

Bheki Gila|Published

Elon Musk and Donald Trump's escalating war of words signals a seismic shift in American politics, as Musk's newly formed America Party threatens to disrupt the ...

Why fitness remains a privilege for many South Africans

Tswelopele Makoe|Published

While many around the world strive for summer bodies, South Africa faces a stark reality where access to fitness is a privilege shaped by socio-economic factors, ...

BRICS is a catalyst for inevitable change in unjust world affairs

Abbey Makoe|Published

President Lula Da Silva's stark warning at the BRICS Summit exposes the alarming collapse of multilateralism and the dangerous rise of unilateralism, signalling ...

Adalberto Costa Júnior launches his 2027 presidential campaign

Eric Hamm|Published

As Adalberto Costa Júnior officially launches his 2027 presidential campaign during the III Edição das Conversas Economia 100 Makas, he not only signals a bold shift ...

DD Mabuza: A legacy of courage and leadership

Vusi Shongwe|Published

DD Mabuza, a complex figure in South African politics, is remembered not only for his unwavering courage and sharp intellect but also for his remarkable ability ...