Ramaphosa's response to ConCourt ruling: Legal manoeuvre or leasrship in crisis?

Pikolomzi Qaba|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa stands firm in the face of a Constitutional Court ruling that has reignited debates about his leadership and the Phala Phala scandal. Will ...

Four Findings, One Truth: ConCourt forces accountability on Phala Phala

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

This week, the Constitutional Court delivered a pivotal ruling on the Phala Phala saga, striking down unconstitutional parliamentary rules and affirming that President ...

Flow Management Regulations: Crypto assets enter the exchange control arena

Jashwin Baijoo|Published

South Africa's National Treasury has introduced new Draft Capital Flow Management Regulations, set to reshape the landscape for crypto assets by imposing stricter ...

How the new earnings threshold impacts South African employers

Carole Ratcliffe|Published

A new earnings threshold took effect on 1 May, raising the level at which employees qualify for protections under the Basic Conditions of Employment Act. This adjustment, ...

India-Africa Summit 2026: A new era of cooperation?

Phapano Phasha|Published

As the India-Africa Summit approaches, leaders from over 40 nations prepare to discuss mutual growth and cooperation. What can we expect from this pivotal gathering ...

How crypto is transforming organisational performance and innovation

Sebaga Manyeula|Published

Discover how cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are revolutionising business operations, creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs, and redefining organisational ...

How the DBE catalogue is transforming South Africa’s textbook reform

Mathanzima Mweli|Published

As South Africa strives to improve reading outcomes in its education system, the DBE's Learning and Teaching Support Material catalogue emerges as a pivotal reform. ...

Failed systems, delayed responses a major let-down for SA’s missing children

Tswelopele Makoe|Published

In South Africa, a child goes missing every five hours, with up to 23% never found or found deceased. This alarming statistic reveals a disturbing routine of child ...

Phala Phala and the GNU: A perfectly timed political accident

Nyasha Mpani|Published

The Constitutional Court's ruling on the Phala Phala matter has not only reopened a scandal but has also ignited a political crisis for the ANC and President Cyril ...

Understanding the context of xenophobia protests in South Africa

Ebrahim Harvey|Published

This article delves into the recent protests against undocumented migrant workers in South Africa, exploring the historical roots and complexities of xenophobia ...

UN Security Council’s veto powers bite back the US

Abbey Makoe|Published

This week, the UN Security Council debates a critical resolution on Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a move that threatens global economic stability. As oil ...

AU chair condemns US on unjustified G20 ban

Sizwe Dlamini|Published

The African Union's Chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, delivers a powerful rebuke to the US for its exclusion of South Africa from the G20 Leaders' Summit, arguing ...

Ukraine’s African footprint and the question of a reliable partnership

Asim Al-Bilal Al-Tayeb|Published

Recent developments in West Africa and Eastern Europe expose Ukraine's controversial support for non-state armed groups, including Al Qaeda affiliates, and its strategic ...

Rethinking Presidential Elections: Why an indirect system may serve Zimbabwe better

Glen Mpani|Published

Festus Adedayo's article on xenophobic violence in South Africa evokes strong emotions, yet it oversimplifies the complex issues at play. This commentary argues ...

Xenophobia in South Africa: A crisis of governance and unemployment

Kwame Amuah|Published

Festus Adedayo's article on xenophobic violence in South Africa evokes strong emotions, yet it oversimplifies the complex issues at play. This commentary argues ...

Understanding the Phala Phala Case: Beyond court decisions

Nyaniso Qwesha|Published

In the Phala Phala matter, the focus on court decisions misses a crucial point: can a verdict truly resolve South Africa's political tensions? This article explores ...

Beyond the Five-Year Horizon: Rethinking Zimbabwe’s electoral cycle

Karabo Ngoepe|Published

Is Zimbabwe ready to move beyond its turbulent electoral history? This article explores the proposed seven-year parliamentary presidency and its potential to reshape ...

Why division in the alliance is counter-revolutionary: Lessons from Moses Kotane

Ishmael Mnisi|Published

Explore the profound legacy of Moses Kotane and discover why his insights on unity are crucial for the alliance's survival in today's politically fragmented landscape. ...

Either OPEC or BRICS: One must die!

Bheki Gila|Published

The UAE's unexpected exit from OPEC raises questions about the future of global oil markets. Explore the implications of this strategic move and its potential impact ...