Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela

Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela is the Research Chair in Studies in Historical Trauma and Transformation at Stellenbosch University in South Africa. She graduated from Fort Hare University with a bachelor's degree and an Honours degree in psychology.

A new vision of the postcolonial

Article Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 26 Apr 2019

In a speech to graduates at Rhodes University, Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela said that reviewing accepted wisdoms can help to repair the past

Let us create truly caring institutions

Article Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 24 Aug 2018

The inquiry into Bongani Mayosi’s death must ‘water the tree of transformation’ at UCT

Mandela left us the fabric for a new SA

Article Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 15 Jun 2018

He acted within a specific context and entrusted all South Africans to build the society we want

Answer our dreams, Mr President

Article Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 23 Feb 2018

Cyril Ramaphosa has ushered in a new dawn but poverty and inequality trip up our hopes

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Moral leadership needs more than easy fictions

Article Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 12 Feb 2015

Dishonest views of a work on De Kock shortchange South Africa's battle for dignity.

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The bar is too high for SA’s inept leaders

Analysis Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 22 Nov 2013

SA leaders are making their presence felt, but they are not Thomas Sankara, who actually made a difference, writes Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela.

Zuma has corrupted the soul of SA

Analysis Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 24 May 2013

The "moral decay" President Jacob Zuma complains about is plainly visible in the ANC's echelons of power.

ANC’s ‘treason’ cry a repressive apartheid tactic

Analysis Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 8 Feb 2013

For democracy to succeed, we need more, not less, dialogue, particularly among the youth, says Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela.

Not all is well with Zuma’s soul

Analysis Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 19 Oct 2012

The ANC Women's League asks us to pray for Jacob Zuma's return to power. But we should rather pray for a return to moral leadership

Rwanda draws strength from its pain

Article Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 29 Apr 2011

It is the end of the week of commemorative events throughout Rwanda to mark the 17th anniversary of the genocide of the Tutsi people.

Towards an anatomy of violence

Analysis Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela - 15 Jan 2010

Eugene de Kock's actions should not be reduced to 'evil', argues author and lecturer Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela, who once interviewed the man.

Press Releases

Special Reports

Brand South Africa’s statement in response to allegations of corruption

special reports - 11 Aug 2020

The Board of Trustees and the Management of Brand South Africa have undertaken to investigate any allegations presented against it

Special Reports

Grants for the production of Covid-19-relevant medical and pharmaceutical products: call for proposals

special reports - 11 Aug 2020

Winning innovative projects may be supported with a grant expected to range from €50 000 to to €200 000 depending on whether your initiative is for- or non-profit

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WiMSA shines a light on the future of women in mining

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

Men in mining must begin to take it upon themselves to support the development of women in the industry

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Department of Public Works and Infrastructure reveals second gender-based violence advocacy artwork

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

The men and boys of South Africa are important role players in this mission to ensure that women are respected, protected and treated equally

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Empowering the voice of women in leadership to enable full participation in their roles in leadership and decision making

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

Sibanye-Stillwater has 13% female representation in its workforce and is actively working to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

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Surviving the tobacco ban

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

Nicotine is given as the ‘likely’ reason for lower Covid-19 infection rates but authorities still stress the health risk of smoking

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Smokers hold thumbs for cigarette ban to be lifted

special reports - 7 Aug 2020

SATTA is worried about the impact of the ban on its own members activities and how the ban is helping black marketeers to make millions of rands illegally

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Covid-19: Outlook on the economy, politics and labour

special reports - 5 Aug 2020

Old Mutual had experts unpack the effects of the pandemic and provide practical tips on how to deal with the financial impact of job losses and salary cuts