Our private and political lives are always punctuated by upheavals and storms. These moments signal the direction we should take. The unfolding political and economic crisis in South Africa presents a rich opportunity to chart a revolutionary path that could alter the future. We dare not miss this opening for a moral resetting of our […]
The belief that a constitutional text alone can transform society is as misplaced as the claim that it is the primary barrier to transformation. The Constitution can be a powerful enabling instrument, depending on who wields it
With millions of South Africans unemployed — particularly young people — employers wield enormous power. The message is clear: “If you don’t accept these conditions, there are hundreds waiting to take your place”
We are proud of how far Cosatu has come since it was launched 40 years ago in Durban and the role it has played in ending apartheid, securing our constitutional democracy, uplifting workers and enshrining their rights into law
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa’s democracy must be measured by its ability to deliver real, material improvements in people’s lives
South Africa’s 32nd Freedom Day highlights both democratic gains and ongoing struggles with inequality, unemployment and poverty
Across South Africa, communities are marking Freedom Day under the weight of an escalating water crisis, where unreliable supply, contamination and ageing infrastructure continue to undermine basic rights and deepen inequality
Development statistics tell us what has happened. They show us how many children have dropped out of school, how many young people are unemployed and how many households remain trapped in poverty
A new global platform maps urban heat at street level, showing how exposure is rising and falling disproportionately on poorer communities, while giving cities tools to test cooling solutions
For the first time in several years, electricity did not dominate the president’s address
The president said the South African National Defence Force would be deployed to support police in tackling gang violence and illegal mining
Despite producing enough food, South Africa is experiencing a deepening hunger crisis. New research shows that even households receiving food aid are skipping meals — and children are going hungry
In addition, some of the continent’s wars show little sign of resolution
In his weekly newsletter, the president said the G20 must urgently address the fiscal conditions that have left low- and middle-income countries unable to build resilience or recover from shocks
Proven actions can break the cycle, say experts South Africa is not treating its G20 presidency as ceremonial. It is using the platform to make an argument that reaches far beyond aid, health or moral appeal: inequality is not a social crisis to be managed, but a structural global risk that determines who survives the […]
This group faces systemic barriers in finance and education, hindering economic growth and upward mobility
President Cyril Ramaphosa said the uncertainty of the new trading regime had already harmed the country’s economy
Can the continent shift from resource dependency to industrial power? A new book explores a bold roadmap for reclaiming economic sovereignty
The functions of traditional councils must be aligned with the Constitution and living customary law in South Africa
With visionary leadership, ethical stewardship and strategic collaboration, artificial intelligence can help us leapfrog old limitations and create a more just, prosperous and sustainable society
But the Democratic Alliance has said it will boycott the dialogue that will take place over nine months, calling it a waste of time and money
South Africa’s inequality is a class issue masked by race and political infighting, distracting from pragmatic solutions and true liberation goals
There is no factual evidence that deindustrialisation, poverty, inequality and unemployment is caused by black economic empowerment, as argued by William Gumede
Unlike Orania, municipalities have a far more complex mission of building inclusive communities where all residents have access to quality services and opportunities, regardless of their background or economic status
We must go beyond resilience to build systems that can survive disruptions, self-correct and grow better from them, turning stress into strength
Automation, driven by artificial intelligence, threatens jobs for low-skilled and semi-skilled workers and these groups are also subjected to higher interest rates and unfavourable lending conditions
The fourth instalment on lessons for the left shows how the Colombian left built a successful electoral project in face of brutal opposition from entrenched elites backed by US imperialism
We’re driven by the hope that one day the rural areas we visit will have running taps like our own Joburg offices
Challenges detract from technology’s potential to allow users to engage with structures of political and public life, leaving many without a say
This would go a long way towards addressing historical injustices and shaping a better future for South Africans
This skill is crucial not just for personal success but to close the gap between economic survival and prosperity, reduce debt and inequality, and for the country’s overall economic health
Beef cattle emit a large amount of methane, especially those grazed extensively, but the total from poor cattle owners is lower than that of top earners