Degrees for Sale: The scam killing education

Vusi Shongwe|Published

Universities are increasingly seen as places where degrees are bought rather than earned, as the rise of degree mills threatens the integrity of higher education ...

Education Revolution: Namibian President declares free university tuition

Tswelopele Makoe|Published

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has made a groundbreaking announcement, declaring that university fees will be eliminated from 2026, marking a pivotal moment for ...

BRICS: The key to a new World Order through expansion

Abbey Makoe|Published

Discover how the BRICS Summit in Brazil marks a pivotal moment for global politics as new members join the alliance, reshaping the future of international relations ...

South Africa’s fatal flaw in ignoring lessons from the past

Vusi Shongwe|Published

Have South Africa's leaders truly learned from the past? This article explores the critical lessons overlooked since 1994 and the implications for governance today ...

US-Africa Business Summit: A showdown in Luanda

Manuel Godsin|Published

At the US-Africa Business Summit in Luanda, African leaders delivered a unified rebuke to US policies under the Trump administration, demanding a shift from aid ...

Why the Gini coefficient remains crucial for understanding inequality

Risenga Maluleke|Published

Is the Gini coefficient still a relevant measure of inequality in South Africa? This article explores its limitations and advocates for the continued use of robust ...

Challenges and opportunities of Professionalisation in Public Service

Vusi Shongwe|Published

Explore how the professionalisation of public service can transform governance and enhance service delivery, as we delve into the challenges and ethical considerations ...

China, Africa relations: Building sustainable Global South partnerships

Arkrbe Oqubay|Published

China-Africa development cooperation will attain new heights in trade, productive investment, industrial chain collaboration and technological partnership. It will ...

The great disconnect: Unpacking America’s chaotic Middle East policy

Ramzy Baroud|Published

It is obvious that US foreign policy in the Middle East is no longer operating based on a clear, complex but dynamic strategy that integrates military, economic, and ...

The Gini Coefficient: A flawed measure of inequality

Phapano Phasha|Published

Is South Africa truly the most unequal country in the world? This article challenges the widely accepted Gini Coefficient, revealing how it overlooks significant ...

Trump’s last card: the Gulf of Tonkin false flag justification

Bheki Gila|Published

Is Trump poised to repeat history by using the Gulf of Tonkin incident as a justification for military action? This article explores the parallels between past and ...

Why Pride Month is a protest for LGBTQ+ rights

Tswelopele Makoe|Published

June in South Africa marks both Youth Month and Pride Month, a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ contributions while confronting the harsh realities of violence and discrimination ...

The ethical blind spots in SA's unemployment stats

Siyabonga Hadebe|Published

This writer challenges the validity of South Africa's unemployment metrics by arguing that they fail to reflect the lived economic realities of the majority Black ...

Are we inviting the World Bank's interference or seeking genuine support?

Makgwathane Mothapo|Published

Has the World Bank's flagship business index already been compromised before South Africa's participation? This article explores the potential pitfalls of the B-READY ...

SPIEF 2025: Russia's pivotal role in a rapidly changing world order

Abbey Makoe|Published

Discover how SPIEF 2025 is shaping Russia's economic landscape and fostering new global partnerships amidst a changing world order

The PhD Crisis: Are universities sacrificing quality for quantity in education?

Vusi Shongwe|Published

Exploring the troubling trend in academia where universities prioritise graduation statistics over the quality of education, Dr Vusi Shongwe critiques the current ...

Thabo Mbeki: An intellectual powerhouse far ahead of his generation

Vusi Shongwe|Published

In an era where political leadership often prioritises popularity over principle, former president Thabo Mbeki stands out as a rare intellectual force in South African ...

China steps in to rescue the Global South as Trump’s tariffs wreak havoc

Abbey Makoe|Published

Explore how China's zero-tariff policy offers a crucial boost to African economies struggling under the weight of US tariffs, reshaping diplomatic ties and economic ...

Zero Tariffs, Infinite Trust: How China’s Bold Trade Move Redefines Africa’s Future

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Discover how China's groundbreaking zero-tariff policy for African nations not only fosters economic growth but also strengthens diplomatic ties, paving the way ...