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The Qwelane case: When human rights meet human rights

National Sarah Smit - 20 Sep 2020

The Jon Qwelane case brings into focus the tension between hate speech and freedom of expression

We must continue George Bizos’s quest for justice

Opinion Claire Franklyn & Kevin Govender - 15 Sep 2020

COMMENT: To achieve a fair society, acting in the spirit of the late George Bizos is crucial, not just within the formal legal system, but within every individual

We don’t need new names

Opinion Lilleonah Chivenge - 13 Sep 2020

COMMENT A deeply embedded patriarchal practice assumes that a married woman...

The brutal abduction caught on camera in Zimbabwe

Africa Kudzai Mashininga - 13 Sep 2020

Tawanda Muchehiwa is one of dozens of Zimbabweans who have been kidnapped and tortured by unidentified armed men

An ethical barometer: Advocate George Bizos

Opinion George Bizos - 10 Sep 2020

‘It is a powerful thing to be able to reason and weigh up competing interests in a critical way, one that must not be taken lightly’

George Bizos dies at 92

National Tshegofatso Mathe - 10 Sep 2020

Renowned human rights lawyer George Bizos, who defended Nelson Mandela and other struggle icons during the treason trial and Rivonia trial, represented families at the TRC, and later represented Marikana miners’ families, has died

A new Cold War is coming. Africa should not pick sides

Africa W Gyude Moore - 21 Aug 2020

COMMENT: As the US and China battle for global domination, Africa must stand firm, charting its own course

Why Uganda needs a Stella Nyanzi in Parliament

Africa Eric Mwine-Mugaju - 14 Jul 2020

Many Ugandans find Stella Nyanzi’s mode of protest, including vulgar insults and stripping to make a point, unsettling. But her challenge to the country’s patriarchy could bring much-needed reform

Nine years later, South Sudan is still a nation in waiting

Africa Nyagoah Tut Pur - 9 Jul 2020

July 9 marks nine years since South Sudan became independent. But the promise of that independence has yet to be realised

Pandemic-induced human rights violations a double tragedy to humanity

Africa Webster Zambara - 6 Jul 2020

The conflation of human rights violations and a pandemic leave the most vulnerable marginalised. Equitable and democratic societies are needed to fight against this

UN special rapporteur on the environment joins local air pollution case

Environment Tony Carnie - 30 Jun 2020

The state is facing a court battle about big industry’s emissions and their link to poor health. This is a public health concern and the government must take action to save lives

Audacious Zambian protesters outsmart the police

Africa Simon Allison - 26 Jun 2020

Tired of being arrested and beaten up at protests, young activists tried something different and it worked

Remembering the cruelty of strongman Nkurunziza and his regime

Africa Aanu Adeoye - 10 Jun 2020

Burundi’s president was a cruel and tyrannical leader under whom no one was safe, not even schoolchildren

We need an outpouring of outrage about Africans killed by security forces

Africa Solomon Dersso - 10 Jun 2020

As Africa mourns George Floyd, we must look in the mirror and address police brutality on our own continent

Asivikelane campaign gives a voice to those living in informal settlements

Coronavirus Aditya Kumar & Phumeza Mlungwana - 30 May 2020

A response to the coronavirus pandemic is paving the way to ensure people get the attention they deserve and hold government to account

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Ithala backs its embattled chairperson

Paddy Harper - 25 Oct 2020

Roshan Morar is being investigated in connection with KwaZulu-Natal education department backpack sanitiser tender worth R4-million and a batch of face masks that vanished

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Q&A Sessions: ‘My north star is the patient’

Eyaaz Matwadia - 24 Oct 2020

Rhulani Nhlaniki is Pfizer’s cluster lead for sub-Saharan Africa. As Pfizer starts phase III of the clinical trial of their Covid-19 vaccine candidate, he tells Malaikah Bophela that if it is successful, the company will ensure the vaccine will be available to everyone who needs it

National

Murder of anti-mining activist emboldens KZN community

khaya koko - 23 Oct 2020

Mam’Ntshangase was described as a fierce critic of mining and ambassador for land rights.

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

Special Reports

Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

Special Reports

Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

Special Reports

Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

Special Reports

The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

Special Reports

In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

Special Reports

Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection