Eusebius McKaiser
Eusebius McKaiser is a political and social analyst at the Wits Centre for Ethics. He is also a popular radio talk show host, a top international debate coach, a master of ceremonies and a public speaker of note. He loves nothing more than a good argument, having been both former National South African Debate Champion and the 2011 World Masters Debate Champion. His analytic articles and columns have been widely published in South African newspapers and the New York Times. McKaiser has studied law and philosophy. He taught philosophy in South Africa and England.
Eusebius McKaiser: A witness to Covid-19 stigma
Let us please not repeat the devastating Aids story where people died of shame rather than admit being infected by the virus
Eusebius McKaiser: Let’s slay some academic freedom myths
Bigoted academics and shoddy or racist work are not above criticism — nor should they be
Eusebius McKaiser: A way to find meaning in a strange world
How we live has changed – we cannot avoid the threat of death brought by the coronavirus
Eusebius McKaiser: Two important lessons to learn about racists
The racially intolerant act to keep black people in “their place”, some even while claiming they're allies
Eusebius McKaiser: I’m afraid of Covid-19 and that’s okay
We are humans, not just numbers, and we need to tell people’s stories and acknowledge our fears
Eusebius McKaiser: It’s okay to demand a culture of justification
We should demand a culture of justification from our democratic government. Otherwise we are allowing ourselves to be subjects rather than citizens
Eusebius McKaiser: How do we decide whose lives matter most?
The way Covid-19 death facts are reported (age and comorbidities) reflects how old people and those with chronic conditions are valued. Scientifically there’s an argument for this, but morally it’s troubling
Eusebius McKaiser: A few critics are smoking some strong stuff
Blame and praise can’t be apportioned to individual leaders of a collective Cabinet
Eusebius McKaiser: We should stress-test the lockdown
Supporting the lockdown rules and holding the government to account is a delicate balancing act
Eusebius McKaiser: Why a total ban on selling alcohol is irrational
At the heart of the body’s challenge of the lockdown alcohol sales ban, is the question of whether a total ban achieves the purpose of flattening the coronavirus curve
Eusebius McKaiser: Why Ramaphosa must act decisively against Ndabeni-Abrahams
The president needs South Africans on his side if the lockdown is to be extended. He must show leadership and censure the communications minister for breaking the regulations
Eusebius McKaiser: A letter to us people who live in the suburbs
The Covid-19 lockdown means wealthy citizens must take a long-overdue look at our privilege. Now is the time for cross-class solidarity
Press Releases
Special Reports
Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES
An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow
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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan
Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date
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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA
SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations
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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap
The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities
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Cheque value bundles – real value
Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities
Special Reports
Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket
In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners
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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised
SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector
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Eleven ways to protect yourself against fraud
While financial services firms work continuously to improve security, fraudsters are always devising new plans to circumvent the latest safety measures
