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We need an economy capable of creating jobs
South Africa's official unemployment rate stands at 33.6%, highlighting a critical job creation problem rather than just unemployment. This article delves into the structural…
RW Johnson dies, still inimical to the post-1994 dispensation
Richard William (RW) Johnson, a leading South African liberal public intellectual, journalist, analyst, and academic, has passed away at his home in Cape Town. Known for his…
High Court reinstates National Arts Council, suspends McKenzie's dissolution
The Gauteng Division of the High Court in Pretoria has reinstated the National Arts Council's governing council, suspending Arts, Sport and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie’s…
The shirt that unbuttoned freedom
At the opening of Presidential Shirt's new flagship store, actor John Kani and former Constitutional Court judge Albie Sachs reflect on how Nelson Mandela's iconic Madiba shirt…
The Mandela I knew
Witnessing a football match in Mexico, the author is overcome with emotion, recalling the 2010 World Cup in South Africa and the profound sense of unity it fostered. This…
The Gods of football have mercy on Messi: Argentina’s epic 3-2 comeback over Egypt
Witness the incredible moment Lionel Messi and Argentina defied elimination, staging a historic 3-2 comeback against Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 after trailing…
Relebohile Mofokeng: From World Cup heartbreak to European dream with Royale Union Saint-Gilloise
South African football sensation Relebohile Mofokeng, fresh from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has secured a landmark transfer from Orlando Pirates to Belgian Pro League side Royale…
Bafana Bafana’s historic World Cup run: Pride, progress and the need for ambition
Bafana Bafana made history at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, reaching the knockout stages for the first time and exceeding expectations. This achievement, including qualification ahead…
Bafana Bafana crash out of FIFA World Cup in Round of 32
Bafana Bafana's FIFA World Cup journey ends in the Round of 32 after a dramatic 90th-minute winner by Canada's Stephen Eustáquio. Despite the heartbreaking loss in Los Angeles,…
Bafana Bafana's victory over South Korea is about more than football; it is a lesson in believing again
Bafana Bafana's unforgettable victory over South Korea sparked joy and a renewed sense of hope across South Africa. After years of unfulfilled promise, this win signals a…
Editorial: Thank you, Bafana Bafana
Thapelo Maseko's solitary goal against South Korea has etched his name in history, as Bafana Bafana qualify for the last 32 knockout stages of the 2026 Fifa World Cup for the…
Bafana Bafana’s knockout breakthrough: Pride, caution and the long road ahead
South Africa is erupting with joy as Bafana Bafana achieve the impossible, advancing to the FIFA World Cup knockout phase. After decades of heartbreak, this moment feels like a…
Haiti’s World Cup lesson: Peace begins at home
Haiti's return to the FIFA World Cup after more than five decades symbolises a powerful message of unity and hope amidst political turbulence, natural disasters, economic…
Lionel Messi: The undisputed GOAT
At 38, Lionel Messi is rewriting history at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, silencing doubters with five goals in two matches, including a hat-trick and a record-breaking brace. He's…
Bafana’s gritty draw reignites World Cup hopes
South Africa’s Bafana Bafana secured a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Czechia in their second 2026 Fifa World Cup match. The result, marked by a late equaliser from star-player…