Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings fought till the end. In refusing to be ceremonial, she left a nation forever altered by her determination to make women visible, vocal, and indispensable to Ghana’s story
African universities hold the capacity to empower, unite and transform. Our role is not to respond to history. Our role is to shape it
For the economy to grow, it is imperative that the public and private sectors work together in a coordinated, transparent manner
Mamdani’s triumph in New York declares that African youth are not insurgents at the gates; they are the vanguard of a new political architecture, says the writer
This is a bittersweet saga of how Indians, under the harsh African sun, helped shape the heartland of KwaZulu-Natal
Whilst South Africa’s water challenges seem daunting, they also present an opportunity to invest in water security that will realise social and economic developmental objectives
South Africa doesn’t need another “mega city” with big promises and no foundations. It needs cities that work – developments rooted in demand, affordability and local partnerships
Despite being roundly condemned as a sham by foreign observer missions, deluded Tanzanian authorities insist the 2025 general elections were above reproach
Paul Biya’s 8th term and Alassane Ouattara’s 4th are not victories; they are national tragedies
In the last instalment of South African author Zukiswa Wanner’s account of their abduction by Israeli authorities, she tells the story of how she and other members of the Flotilla to Gaza
President Suluhu wasted an opportunity to change the course. It is probably not too late. She can choose humility over hubris, dialogue over dominance and service over control, says the writer
At the University of Natal’s “Non-European”section, Rogers Ragavan
was active in student politics and leadership of Nusas
It was established as a business forum for the interests of black people across SA, to advance their interests, not only those seeking quick riches they failed to work hard for, but also the exploitation of the very communities they live in.
The ANC is no longer, by default, a people’s movement, much like the Democratic Party in the United States. It is not, however, irredeemable
The former president is ordered to pay back the money as the tide turns
While Francesca Albanese’s Mandela Lecture chronicled the suffering of the people of Palestine, South African author Zukiswa Wanner experienced first-hand the brutality of the Israeli regime when she and others were abducted and detained by the Netanyahu administration. This is the first of a two-part series on life inside an Israeli jail
The Johannesburg Zoo has a rich history but its future in a modern world is debatable
One of the essays that was awarded the top prize in the annual Canon Collins Troubling Power Essay Competition, which invites participants to write on social justice issues relevant to Southern Africa
This is one of the essays that was awarded the top prize in the annual Canon Collins Troubling Power Essay Competition, which invites participants to write on social justice issues relevant to Southern Africa
Next year’s elections spotlight that the cult of the ‘dear leader’ needs to be shed, institutions rebuilt and public service restored
Although it needs an overhaul SA law offers strong protection
She fired the mines minister and took over for two days before handing the department over to the defence minister
Although it provided employment and increased visible policing, the crime prevention programme was disbanded due to legal and constitutional issues
The countries are forging a pragmatic partnership, focusing on channeling investments into labour-intensive sectors and achieving double-digit trade growth
The president’s proclamations of global leadership are undermined by debt, corruption and a personalised approach to diplomacy
‘Canned hunting’ of animals who are habituated to humans, hand-fed, or drugged, in a confined, controlled environment, is unethical and must stop
The hostility directed at migrants often stems from ignorance of civic rights and scapegoating by politicians wanting to deflect blame from their ineptitude
Africa and mineral traders need to focus on refinement opportunities
The Horn of Africa’s chronic instability stems from post-colonial borders. A new approach is needed for lasting peace and prosperity
The Thabo Mbeki Foundation board chairperson speaks
to us
Built on mutual respect, trust and shared objectives, Türkiye’s partnership with South Africa reflects a common vision for inclusive growth that offers real promise for both nations, as well as for the wider region
The Presidential Centre remains one of the few places where thinking itself is treated as a public duty