The presentation of credentials is a cornerstone of diplomatic protocol, symbolising mutual recognition and the formal commencement of an ambassador’s duties
South Africa’s fragile freedoms are recorded in classrooms, songs and satire. These books archive courage, dissent and institutional memory
Shifting geopolitics is highlighting new and old arenas of conflict and violations of international law
‘The new economic dispensation should match the aspiration for economic freedom and the fulfilment of the highest ideals of our democracy.’
South Africa’s liberation struggle may have brought democracy, but it did not bring freedom
It is against human nature to be enslaved, oppressed or occupied by another nation
It’s expensive, time-consuming, limits people’s ability to work, get to school and hospital, and in some rural areas does not exist at all
We are all political animals by nature, so let us protect our freedom from the tyranny of false idols
The colouring book, designed to be both educational and engaging for children, aims to introduce young readers to Palestine’s history, culture and notable figures through an interactive format
Few recall the Bill of Responsibilities that accompanies the Bill of Rights. Unconfined freedom can be as devastating as legalised oppression
The documentary, Bobi Wine, the People’s President, shows the confluence of music and art in the pursuit of freedom and democracy
The M&G and University of Limpopo host a forum to discuss, among others, what a coalition government could mean for South Africa.
The M&G and University of Limpopo host a forum to discuss, among others, what a coalition government could mean for South Africa
There was kwaito,and then there was Boom Shaka. We went in search of what it is about the group that made us fall so hard for them 30 years ago
It’s worth reminding ourselves that we still have agency to change our environment. For as bleak as might be, there is something great worth fighting for
Acknowledging the plurality of perspectives, opinions, priorities, emotions and interests of the different travelers on our transformation road is vital
When human capital is more diverse and more representative, companies are more creative, more sustainable and more profitable
Radical feminist bell hooks taught us to sit with perturbation and vulnerability as we revel in difference
bell hooks’s refusal to ‘get in formation’ foregrounded healing as the foundation to a communal liberatory agenda
Journalists are censored through cruel and illegitimate detention, torture and the removal of means to disseminate information to citizens crying – and dying – for it
‘Squid Game’ is an explicit critique of the current mode of capitalism. But far too much popular discourse has overlooked or neglected its sociopolitical messages.
Courts do have a crucial role in political cases but alternative dispute resolution mechanisms should be considered
Without an accurate understanding of the dilemmas which overwhelm us, our efforts to produce effective and far-reaching strategies or solutions for change will fail
Striking a balance between individual liberties and the welfare of broader society
The proposed new legislation is expected to have a detrimental effect on South Africa’s creative economy
April 27 1994 set us on the path to freedom; but much must still be undone – and new problems await us
Democracy has to grow and change. Democracy must be deepened.
South Africa was ranked 75 out of 178 countries in the 2014 index of economic freedom, outdoing other sub-Saharan countries and the global average.
Joshua Nkomo’s legacy has been erased from history, while the Mandela legend has taken root.
Finalist: Drivers of Change Individual Award — Sandra Millar
The ANC has privatised the struggle and rules on behalf of capital in our neo-apartheid democracy, writes <b>Ayanda Kota</b>.
If you read <i>Freedom</i> (to the end) and feel the future is Starbucks and McDonald’s, try to hang in there.