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Captain: President Cyril Ramaphosa will not save the ANC and may instead be presiding over a sinking ship, argues the writer. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy
OPINION

Ramaphosa and the ANC’s sinking ship

There is sufficient evidence to suggest that Ramaphosa will not save the ANC and may instead be presiding over a sinking ship. Under his leadership, the party suffered its most…

  • Siyanda Kate
6 min read
Many people lack reliable electricity, clean water and adequate housing. When the state fails to provide these services, rights such as dignity, equality and access to healthcare are undermined. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)
APARTHEID PLANNING

Local political capture impedes SA’s post-1994 planning and development

Political interference, weak capacity and patronage hinder South Africa’s post-apartheid planning, leading to dysfunctional local government

  • Siyanda Kate
5 min read
The ANC’s historically legitimacy, the divided opposition, the proportional electorate system, and the lack of a broad-based party all contribute to its continued dominance Photo: File
ANC

Noise over substance: The ANC Youth League is being strangled by slogans

Critical thinking is not anti-revolutionary and a return to intellectualism is vital for youth empowerment and national progress

  • Siyanda Kate
4 min read