Andile Zulu

Andile Zulu is a political essayist who runs the Born Free Blues blog.

Zuma vs Ramaphosa? Neither is the leader South Africans deserve

Opinion Andile Zulu - 27 Sep 2020

Neither statesman could command sufficient authority in an ANC that remains mired in corruption and infighting and at the behest of big capital

What is the future of black lives in historically white, elite schools?

Education Andile Zulu - 19 Jul 2020

These schools, to varying degrees, have an intense attachment to the values of authority and obedience — it is an attachment which numbs critical thought

Some black lives matter, others don’t

Opinion Andile Zulu - 18 Jun 2020

We condemn the killing of a black Americans, yet women, African foreigners and queer people are regularly abused and killed in SA

The myths that swirl around modern-day South Africa should be dispelled

Opinion Andile Zulu - 25 May 2020

Without an accurate understanding of the dilemmas which overwhelm us, our efforts to produce effective and far-reaching strategies or solutions for change will fail

Don’t wage war against SA’s poor

Article Andile Zulu - 8 Apr 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has revealed heavy-handed, brutal and, at times, lethal action by some members of the police

Even religious freedom has its limits

Analysis Andile Zulu - 7 Feb 2020

When a business decides who can or cannot buy their services or products, is this discrimination?

Men, get over the ‘monsters’ myth

Article Andile Zulu - 3 Jan 2020

They’re ordinary people and need to hold each other accountable for their actions so that all genders can feel safe

Citizens ache for new form of politics

Article Andile Zulu - 29 Nov 2019

Talking about a revolution is fitting given the state’s performance over the past 25 years

The idealism of #ImStaying has its limits

Article Andile Zulu - 10 Oct 2019

How does one cope with living in South Africa? Positive narratives and acts of charity that don’t tackle institutional problems aren’t enough

Are SA’s university professors a bunch of socialists?

Article Andile Zulu - 9 Oct 2019

A recent column by Ivo Vegter in the Daily Maverick posited that there is a ‘strong left-wing tendency in academia

The elite have stolen the will of the people

Article Andile Zulu - 13 Sep 2019

And we the people believe democracy, through voting, will deliver a messianic figure to rescue us

Strangers are blamed for our burdens

Article Andile Zulu - 16 Aug 2019

Politicians find quick fix ‘solutions’ in a bid to appease citizens who accept false information

Press Releases

Special Reports

Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection