Thought Leader

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 significant electoral setback since 1994

In a world of Afrophobia, be Malema

In a world of Afrophobia, be Malema

With his presidential ambitions at stake, the EFF leader opts to preach equality, black solidarity, repatriation and a united Africa

The cost of living does not reward breaks

The cost of living does not reward breaks

It does not pause because you have given birth. It does not soften because you are tired. It demands that you keep moving, bruised and battered if necessary.

Political analysts and the dearth of sound public discourse

Political analysts and the dearth of sound public discourse

Whenever a major political development occurs, audiences are often presented with a familiar cast of commentators. A relatively small group of commentators often appears across media platforms, offering interpretations that, while presented as independent assessments, frequently converge around the same political conclusions

AI and the battle for SA’s 2026 elections

AI and the battle for SA’s 2026 elections

This does not necessarily mean that physical campaigning will disappear. Politics remains fundamentally human. Voters still value personal interaction, community engagement and visible leadership