The youth are demanding a hand in the country’s socio-political and political decision-making. Leaders need to wake up to this to prevent a repeat of the 2007 killing of protestors
The address should have set out how things would be done differently and better under the new government, instead of being a wish list
If we are concerned with the best interests of children, let’s be open minded and keep talking, respectfully
Regional peace in Southern Africa requires a political and military solution working in tandem
As a top producer of iron ore and rich in renewable energy, the country is well-placed to lead the transition
The African Commission must seize the opportunity to investigate atrocities in Darfur
A free press is an essential element of a democratic society, and in the battle for justice and accountability
It’s expensive, time-consuming, limits people’s ability to work, get to school and hospital, and in some rural areas does not exist at all
Arguments of transparency, trust and accountability against using artificial intelligence in surgical operations apply to human beings too
Interventions such as immediate food relief and raising awareness are needed to address undernutrition and obesity
Centralised oversight may lead to more standardised procurement practices, reducing discrepancies and promoting fairness, but it also carries risks
Influenced by middle-class issues, the government of national unity
may neglect the problems of the poor
Words are important. Our failure to wield them responsibly has put us on a path to vitriol and violence
The shack dwellers movement, Abahlali baseMjondolo, in a mass meeting recalled and expelled senior members who made a deal with a funeral association linked to Jacob Zuma and VBS Bank
As young activists, we urge our government to take bold and decisive action to address the pressing issues of energy poverty and environmental justice
The annual National Institute for Theoretical and Computational Sciences internship is being expanded to include 25 universities, led by Stellenbosch
It could be an opportunity for new Economic Freedom Fighters leaders to emerge, but this depends on whether Julius Malema and Floyd Shivambu are charged
For the hackers, the fact that you were willing to pay the first time means you’re probably willing to pay the second time
The movement lacks a unified and inspiring narrative of the future it seeks to create
South Africa is a country with serious climate risks, and the bill would be a crucial step in response to these
The new government must make zero stunting a funded national priority
Pride Month was a time to shine a spotlight on human rights, equality and inclusivity for all — no matter how they choose to identify
The ruling elites have demonstrated that they are less interested in democracy than they are in pursuing self interests and the retention of power
Many politicians have put internal party battles and their own interests over the well-being of citizens, eroding the public’s trust in them and in democratic institutions. This needs to change
A new way of attaining inclusive, equitable and people- and planet-centric sustainable development
Some of the freedoms the youth fought for have been obtained but the battle for equal education is far from over
Six months before the first jabs arrived, an online survey in January of 2021 showed that nearly 60% of the 7 193 respondents were confident in a Covid-19 vaccine made in the US or Europe
The plan provides a chance to strengthen cooperation and competition in the Southern African Development Community
The vice president had great courage, with so much character that his politics was not only an inspiration at home, but echoed throughout East, Central and Southern Africa
The emerging economies, especially in the Brics alliance, are moving towards an alternative payment system that could result in a new geoeconomic landscape
Our public sphere is not well served by people flinging chunks of dogma around
DREW FORREST takes in a traditional Gaelic pastime at Ireland’s biggest sports arena