The peoples of Russia and Ukraine – two neighbours whose histories, peoples and fortunes are inextricably bound together – deserve a peace that is durable, sustainable and lasting.
The Russian invasion has sparked debate in South Africa, with many misguidedly concluding that Moscow is a natural ally of the country. This is not rooted in contemporary reality. South Africa is correct in its current position and must answer two questions before moving forward: who has a claim on Soviet history, and does South Africa still have a foreign policy?
Occupying the pro-Western Republic of Moldova would give Russia control over the entire north coast of the Black Sea
Although the debate about whether the country is ready for a woman chief justice is absurd and misogynistic, the answer is a resounding yes — and it is long overdue
The magnetic spinner brought his ebullient forthrightness, sense of mischief, and above all, cricketing brain into the commentary box
Government structures in South Africa have been shown to host the greatest, albeit subtle, homophobia towards black gay men
Warne’s management said he died in Koh Samui, Thailand, of a suspected heart attack.
The first by-election in a year takes place amid violence and chicanery ahead of national elections next year
A South African writer shares insights along his journey as he tries to to enter Ukraine
Concern with the fact that Black people fleeing Ukraine are facing racism is not a denial of a ‘more important’ conflict
Having Black teachers in the classrooms of what are commonly still considered ‘white schools’ would not only be beneficial to Black learners, but to learners of all races
Lesotho – not to mention Eswatini – may suffer if David Mabuza leaves the deputy presidency to focus on party work
Constitutional court ruling enables people in opposite-sex life partnerships to inherit from their deceased partner, even if they haven’t left a valid will
President Volodymr Zelensky spoke with world leaders, including US President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who called for a halt to fighting at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.
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Nzambi Matee says her brick-making enterprise, Gjenge Makers, recycles tens of thousands of kilogrammes of plastic waste every year
The resignation of former finance minister Nhlanhla Nene after it emerged he had omitted that he had met the Guptas for tea was one of far too few occasions in which we’ve had a prominent ANC member relinquish their duties honourably.
On World Hearing Day, an audiologist shares tips for protecting your body’s organs of hearing
Abramovich has come to the “incredibly difficult” conclusion that he must sell Chelsea amid the political fall-out from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
The capture of the Black Sea city of 290 000 people appeared a significant boost for Moscow as it readied for potential ceasefire talks on Thursday.
There has been a silent nostalgia for Mbeki to return to the country’s mainstream political discourse
Vladimir Putin has breached international law and South Africa argues that the matter must be resolved through dialogue — but this assumes the autocrat and rogue leader will participate in good faith
Klopp believes his faith in cutting edge technology is playing a role in his team’s success.
Ethical decision-making for leaders involves balancing many competing needs, which includes allowing individuals hesitant about vaccines to discuss their concerns
It is another significant blow to a country who under President Vladimir Putin had used sport as a powerful force for its image both globally and internally.
The Western Cape head of community safety was fired by an ‘extremely angry’ premier for serious sexual misconduct.
The senior administrator in the Free State police service has reported corruption, irregular appointments and promotions, as well as crimes involving guns to her line managers or the Hawks
Had the West implemented sanctions against the apartheid regime as effective as those Russia is now facing, the system would have collapsed in a week.
As Russian troops amass outside Kyiv world leaders have heaped punishing economic sanctions on Putin and his closest allies
French troops have now begun to leave Mali, but they are not returning to France. They will be sent to neighbouring Niger
Russia still has designs of reestablishing its colonial-style domination; it will unapologetically pursue its national interests unilaterally with no regard for multilateral diplomacy; and it’s invasion of Ukraine illustrates that weak nations suffer
Digital health can improve healthcare access in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in rural areas, but it internet connectivity remains a challenge