Many students come from families who are struggling, and poverty follows most of the students through the university gates
Europe faces a choice: continue with a transatlantic alliance with the Trump administration that is conditional, or explore a new balance with China
There is an urgent need to build health sovereignty and sustainability to break dependence on donations
Industrial policy must be boldly reimagined if the erosion of the productive base is to be reversed
This legislation could help unlock the potential of underused assets and abandoned properties, including mines, inner-city buildings and land
The question is not whether we can end hunger — it’s whether we are willing to act now.
the US Federal Maritime Commission launched an examination to identify any regulations, policies, or practices by other parties that create unfavorable shipping conditions in several choke points around the world.
The Constitution says it is not only government but all of us – individuals, NGOs and businesses – who must ensure our rights are protected
Improved diagnoses, access to healthcare, inclusivity in society and the workplace, as well as at schools with the required resources are needed for people with the syndrome
The suspension and withdrawal of US support for people’s rights in Africa is a setback
Organisations such as South Africa’s Abahlali baseMjondolo, Brazil’s Landless Workers’ Movement and the Diggers in England’s 17th century have faced violent repression from the authorities
Through investment in technologies and expertise, proper regulations and collaboration between African governments and other actors, the continent can embark on a solid energy transition
The president’s tariffs were intended to assert US dominance, but they are increasingly a self-inflicted wound that may undermine the economic strength he champions
The United States’ shutdown of HIV/Aids funding may harm global Aids programmes irreparably, jeopardising millions of lives and putting HIV prevention at risk
International operators keep targeting South Africans because they know they can get away with it
To dismantle this entrenched system we need to strengthen institutions with enough resources and skilled staff to tackle complex financial crimes
Israel is using water as a weapon of war in Gaza
In 2023, South Africa sold nearly R88 million worth of arms to the United Arab Emirates, to support a paramilitary group in Sudan
Budget choices must empower the poor and end socio-economic exclusion
Following the killing of Muhsin Hendricks, the openly gay imam who created safe places for queer Muslims to practice their faith, Zackie Achmat reflects on the dangerous ways religious communities fuel hate
Despair overtakes bright young minds whose dreams of applying their knowledge are shattered
It is against human nature to be enslaved, oppressed or occupied by another nation
In a changing world order, the continent must make urgent moves to wean itself off handouts
We will find out allies among the American people, not its government
China accounts for 11% of all global agricultural imports but South Africa made up only 0.4% of Chinese imports in 2023
The media was in shock after the televised public humiliation of Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office. US President Donald Trump and Vice-president JD Vance were pouncing on him like bullies in the school yard. Trump went as far as to say that he — Zelenskyy — had instigated the war with Russia, […]
Diseases don’t respect national borders … governments all over the world need to work together to rein them in
The continent must use energy minerals for its development rather than feeding them to industrialised countries
Civil servants are meant to serve. If they don’t, civilians need to stand up for their rights
The treasury needs to focus on strengthening revenue collection, efficient allocation and optimisation
Industry players have misunderstood women consumers, leading to declining sales and audience engagement, pushing them to offerings in the East
How we talk about rape should avoid ‘rape talk’ such as calling those who have been sexually abused ‘damaged good’ and perpetrators ‘monsters’