From childcare to nation-building: Nkosi's mission to fix South Africa's ECD system

Ntsiki Khunju|Published

Entrepreneur Siphesihle Perfect Nkosi is reshaping early childhood development (ECD) in South Africa through his initiative Isiqalo, which strengthens ECD centres ...

Parliament acted within its constitutional mandate and remains focused on accountability

Moloto Mothapo|Published

Parliament’s commitment to due process should not be mistaken for reluctance to exercise authority. On the contrary, the credibility of Parliament depends on its ...

Syncretism discourse: a question about cultural practices within the Catholic Church

Xolani Majola|Published

There ongoing debate around syncretism within the Catholic Church in Durban triggered by two priests whose sabbatical is imminent, overlooks the similarities between ...

The SANDF's Deployment No Solution to Fighting Rampant Crime

Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's announcement of SANDF deployment raises critical questions about the effectiveness of SAPS in combating crime. This article explores ...

Can African traditions and Catholicism coexist? Exploring the syncretism debate

Sandile Mdadane|Published

Tensions in two Durban Catholic parishes have reignited debate over syncretism after Archbishop Mandla Jwara and several KwaZulu-Natal bishops condemned certain ...

Navigating Political Uncertainty: The ANC's Leadership Challenges and Patrice Motsepe

Zamikhaya Maseti|Published

Explore the complexities of the African National Congress's leadership challenges as it navigates a turbulent political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections. This ...

Syncretism popularity cannot override Catholic doctrine

Nco Dube|Published

Controversy in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Durban over the two priests who practise traditional healing has reignited debate about syncretism, culture and ...

Patrick ‘Terror’ Lekota and the fight to rebuild the ANC during Natal’s darkest years

Mlungisi Ndhlela|Published

This opinion piece reflects on the role played by veteran liberation struggle leader Patrick Mosiuoa ‘Terror’ Lekota in rebuilding the African National Congress ...

Why compliance with South Africa’s national building regulations is essential in eThekwini

Sbu Ndebele|Published

Sbu Ndebele, Acting Director of Spatial Planning and Land Use Management, eThekwini Municipality, explains why adherence to South Africa’s National Building Regulations ...

US envoy Bozell’s shock speech expose diplomatic overreach in South Africa

Nco Dube|Published

Political economist Nco Dube argues that recent remarks by newly appointed US ambassador Brent Bozell III in the Western Cape highlight a troubling shift in diplomatic ...

Durban’s Turnaround: How collaboration is restoring confidence in eThekwini

President Cyril Ramaphosa|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa says progress in the eThekwini Metro shows how strong leadership, coordinated government action and partnerships with business, labour ...

Why the narrative that Cyril Ramaphosa is a weak ANC leader is collapsing

Mafika Mndebele|Published

Former ANC KwaZulu-Natal spokesperson Mafika Mndebele, argues that the long-standing narrative portraying Cyril Ramaphosa as a weak leader and a proxy for Western ...

Home Affairs corruption scandal calls for lifestyle audits of officials

SIMON T DEHAL|Published

Fresh revelations of alleged corruption within the Department of Home Affairs have sparked outrage, with claims that some foreign pastors are colluding with officials ...

The death of Ayatollah Khomeini: A turning point in US-Iran relations

T Markandan|Published

The killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, in a reported U. S.–Israeli strike on Tehran has ignited fierce debate over international law, regime-change ...

Donald Trump: a dangerous game show host in politics

Sandile Gumede|Published

In his second term, Donald J. Trump has shifted from campaigning as a peace-focused leader to authorising military actions in multiple countries, including controversial ...

Commissions in contrast: When accountability meets political grandstanding

Professor Temba Sono|Published

The commentary contrasts South Africa’s parliamentary Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations by Nhlanhla Mankwanazi with the Madlanga Commission led by Mbuyiseli ...

Bronze without trust: why Durban's statues fuel public anger

Nco Dube|Published

The unveiling of statues honouring Nelson Mandela at Moses Mabhida Stadium and Oliver Tambo along Durban’s beachfront has sparked public backlash amid ongoing infrastructure ...

KZN SOPA: Stability, direction, and cooperation matters

Dr Imran Keeka|Published

The Democratic Alliance (DA) acknowledges the positive intentions and broad commitments outlined by KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli in his recent State of the ...

Achieving Equality and Justice Remains a Distant Dream for Millions

Prof. Bheki Mngomeulu|Published

This article explores the historical context of human rights in South Africa, the challenges faced by citizens in accessing these rights, and the ongoing issues ...