Weak Policies, Poor Governance Stoking Anti-Immigrant Sentiment

Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu|Published

Explore how recent protest marches against illegal immigrants are raising important questions about governance and policy in South Africa.

Why scapegoating foreign nationals will not fix South Africa

The Venerable Sizwe Ngcobo|Published

In this powerful Africa Day reflection, Anglican priest Ven. Sizwe Ngcobo warns against the growing scapegoating of foreign nationals in South Africa amid rising ...

Black Success Is Not a Crime: Why South Africa Must Stop Criminalising Black Wealth

Mhlabunzima Memela|Published

This opinion piece examines the growing culture of suspicion surrounding black economic success in South Africa. It argues that while corruption must always be exposed ...

KZN’s sports, arts and culture sector demands greater attention

Tammy Colley|Published

An urgent call for stronger governance, infrastructure delivery and investment in KwaZulu-Natal’s sports, arts and culture sector to unlock youth empowerment, social ...

Conference of the Left: Uniting SA's Working Class

Aviwe Rapelang Mohapi|Published

The Conference of the Left aims to unite various left-leaning organisations in South Africa to address systemic issues such as unemployment and inequality, fostering ...

The Criminal Justice System and the Abuse of Power

Prof. Sipho Seepe|Published

Explore how South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority has been manipulated to shield the powerful while undermining justice, as political motivations shape the ...

South Africa's ideological awakening: The shift beyond liberation politics

Mthunzi Gumede|Updated

Ahead of the November local government elections, Mthunzi Gumede argues that South Africa’s political landscape is undergoing a crucial shift from identity-based ...

Rural Development Is South Africa’s Biggest Unfinished Democratic Promise

Gadija Brown|Published

As South Africa marks 30 years of democracy, millions in rural communities still face poverty, weak infrastructure, land insecurity, and limited economic opportunity. ...

Reviving People’s Power and Making Your Vote Count in Upcoming Polls

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

With local government elections approaching in South Africa, this article emphasises the historical significance of voting and the need for active citizen participation ...

Ramaphosa’s ‘Cynical’ Tactics a Desperate Bid to Suppress the Truth

Prof. Sipho Seepe|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to challenge the Section 89 Report raises questions about accountability and transparency in South African politics, as he navigates ...

Trust deficit, tensions and violence fears: KZN’s 2026 election challenge

Jovial Rantao|Published

The Electoral Commission of South Africa’s unprecedented extended deployment to KwaZulu-Natal was far more than election preparation — it was an urgent intervention ...

South Africans are far less tolerant of migrants than before – hotspots, drivers and solutions

Steven Gordon|Published

The tone of recent protests against immigrants in South Africa has raised concerns about broader anti-immigrant sentiment among the country’s citizens. The findings ...

Phala Phala approach laid bare Ramaphosa’s selective constitutionalism

Nco Dube|Published

Political economist Nco Dube argues that the Phala Phala scandal has exposed what it describes as President Cyril Ramaphosa’s selective approach to constitutionalism ...

From Fosca's elixir to Phala Phala: The slow burn of the second-term curse

Sandile Mdadane|Published

In All Men Are Mortal, Simone de Beauvoir warned that immortality strips life of meaning because actions no longer carry consequence. South African politics appears ...

The inflation illusion: South Africans feel the financial pinch beyond the numbers

Jed da Silva|Published

South Africans feel the cost-of-living crisis acutely, yet official inflation reports tell a different story. Why are our data systems lagging behind the reality ...

Resurfacing of Weapons at Political Events Raises Alarm Ahead of Elections

Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu|Published

South Africa comes from a painful past. Some of those who were the victims of political violence in the past still have scars. Any careless brandishing of traditional ...

ConCourt Ruling Exposes Parliament’s Struggle With Ethical Leadership

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

The Constitutional Court's recent ruling on the Phala Phala saga has significant implications for President Ramaphosa and the ANC, raising questions about accountability ...

ConCourt ruling on Phala Phala exposes ANC's use of parliamentary majority as a shield

Nco Dube|Updated

The Constitutional Court’s ruling on the Phala Phala matter has reignited scrutiny over President Cyril Ramaphosa, delivering a stinging rebuke to Parliament’s handling ...

How eThekwini is fighting back against fraud and theft

Jimmy Ngcobo|Published

eThekwini Municipality says stronger collaboration between investigators, law enforcement, business and residents is key to rooting out fraud and corruption. With ...