Whose Narrative Will Shape the Future of Palestine?

Ramzy Baroud|Published

As long as the pro-Palestine narrative lacks the tools to enforce its principles, Israel and its Western backers will see no reason to alter course, says the writer. ...

Marikana Massacre Hovers over ANC's January 8 Celebration

Zamikhaya Maseti|Published

The African National Congress marks its 114th anniversary in Bojanala, a district emblematic of South Africa's economic contradictions. Zamikhaya Maseti explores ...

South Africa and Nigeria's rivalry: a call for self-reflection

Nathaniel Cloete|Published

The recent tragedy involving Anthony Joshua's team in Nigeria has become another point of contention in the ongoing South Africa-Nigeria rivalry. But instead of ...

South Africa's intellectual stagnation: the post-apartheid crisis of ideas

Chris Maxon|Published

Thirty years after apartheid's fall, South Africa faces an intellectual crisis where historical nostalgia has replaced forward-thinking. This analysis examines how ...

Local Government Elections: Will Voter Sentiment Shape Municipal Governance?

Zamikhaya Maseti|Published

The 2026 National Local Government Elections will function as a referendum on governance rather than ideology, competence rather than history, and ethical credibility ...

Maintaining Integrity: South Africa's Strategic Focus in International Relations

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

South Africa’s international relations stance in 2025 reflected an enduring capacity to maintain strategic focus and institutional continuity. In a period of global ...

A year of truth, endurance, and hope for South Africa

Sandile Mdadane|Published

In 2025, South Africa witnessed watershed moments of truth and accountability, from explosive police revelations to consequential political shifts. As we close this ...

From bullets to beauty: uMsinga's Christmas Eve celebration of peace and Zulu pride

Sandile Mdadane|Published

Every Christmas Eve, the men of uMsinga transform from migrant workers into cultural icons, parading in matching outfits through streets once known only for violence. ...

A festive farce of ironies

Kiru Naidoo|Published

While families enjoy the holiday spirit, political tensions unfold in the background, highlighting the irony of Christmas in a time of global uncertainty.

The Freedom Charter: A Beacon in the Fight Against Poverty, Unemployment, Inequality

Siva Naidoo|Published

The Freedom Charter reminds us that we cannot wait passively for salvation. Citizens must reclaim their agency—organising communities, monitoring leadership, and ...

Evaluating the Impact of Coalition Governments in South Africa

Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu|Published

The ANC and the DA suffered from an identity crisis. The ANC behaved as though it were still the governing party. On the other hand, the DA behaved as though it ...

Beyond the carols: What peace really demands of us

Reverend Mike Vorster|Published

Christmas songs proclaim peace, yet the reality in South Africa and the wider world makes that promise feel remote. True peace, Rev. Mike Vorster writes, is far ...

The House of Motherly conversation with Amanda Lino

Jane Linley-Thomas|Published

Known for her warmth, authenticity, and ability to find meaning in the everyday, media personality and podcast host Jane Linley-Thomas now shares her signature storytelling ...

Resolving SA's Unemployment Crisis Requires a Repurposed Economic Trajectory

Zamikhaya Maseti|Published

South Africa's economy shows signs of recovery with the creation of 248,000 jobs in the third quarter of 2025. However, the country faces significant challenges, ...

Align policy and investment to power Southern Africa’s poultry transformation

Dr. Jean Jacques Mbonigaba Muhinda|Published

Southern Africa’s poultry sector stands at a pivotal moment. As one of the region’s fastest-growing agricultural industries, poultry has the potential to drive food ...

DA not surprised by the blatant lies spread by eThekwini Municipality

Haniff Hoosen|Published

The municipality falsely claims that the DA has abandoned its case of the appointments of three senior managers.

The DA’s withdrawal confirms what ActionSA warned: Politicking at the expense of ratepayers

Zwakele Mncwango|Published

ActionSA argues that the DA fully participated in EXCO and Council processes without raising objections, only to pursue — and later abandon — costly litigation that ...

KwaZulu-Natal's political showdown: MKP challenges the GPU in historic no-confidence vote

Nco Dube|Updated

As the KwaZulu-Natal legislature faces a critical motion of no-confidence today, political analyst Nco Dube examines the legitimacy of the MKP's challenge to the ...

Festive season reflections: celebrating with compassion and vigilance

SIMON T DEHAL|Published

As we celebrate the festive season, this thoughtful reflection reminds us to consider those who cannot enjoy the holidays, appreciate essential workers, exercise ...