Reminding President Hakainde Hichilema to fulfil his election campaign promises is now an offence in Zambia
Technological advances have only made life more miserable and belief systems have numbed our desire to seek knowledge and understanding.
These unwritten social rules also develop in the workplace and, coupled with groupthink or the desire for conformity, can result in corrupt or wrong behaviour becoming the norm
Municipalities need a governance register to ensure their performance more than compliance
The left stood for a social agenda and the right for the individual’s needs. Now politics is self-serving
An American Bill’s call for a review of US-SA bilateral relations is likely over policy differences.
The 15-minute city is a concept that embraces mixed-use lifestyle living with primary amenities accessed within walking or cycling distance
The country’s ambassadors to Canada and the United Arab Emirates have been expelled from those countries
It is more a case of green colonialism, with the continent threatened by water conflicts, land grabs and endangered biodiversity while foreign powers reap the benefits
Africans need to return to communalism and share knowledge to thrive together in the 21st century
Engineering, procurement, and construction partners can mitigate effects of extreme weather and intense heat underground, ensuring the longevity of a mine
A multi-departmental, collaborative unit focused on preventive rather than reactive solutions could stem the loss of billions of rands and the destruction of the country’s assets
It appears that China is pushing for a relationship with Africa that will increase its geopolitical clout in the international arena
From critiques of apartheid to reflections on post-colonial identity, Southern African literature has chronicled the region’s history and shaped its trajectory to a just society
Although illegal under international law, Israel justifies these actions as necessary for state security
Rather than relying solely on racial quotas, a model that addresses socio-economic disadvantage more broadly could better align with the Constitution’s commitment to substantive equality
It is all of our responsibility to defend brave people such as Uganda’s Jimmy Spire Ssentongo, Agather Atuhaire, Bobi Wine and Kenya’s Kasmeul McOure
Middle-class views on national health insurance are filtered through prejudice and experience, losing sight of the plight of the working class
How much and how we use this toxin, which is so much part of our culture, needs a rethink
While lauded internationally, our social rights documents have yet to become a reality for many South Africans but remain mere words outlining our aspirations
The violence, poverty, and oppression left deep psychological scars on future leaders, driving some to channel their trauma into a relentless pursuit of justice and equality
The economic landscape will require out-the-box thinking for
corporate South Africa to stay afloat
The need for innovative climate solutions is urgent, and climate tech offers a path towards resilience and sustainability.
The type of visa and the cost of it should be taken into consideration
The government of national unity must tackle the problems in local government to deliver change
The party needs to get its house in order if it is to survive the upcoming elections.
To ensure that Africa’s renewable energy future is sustainable and equitable, there must be free, prior and informed consent during all stages of such developments.
The Bill, open for comment until 31 August, proposes an extension of the timeframe within which irregular appointments must be rectified
While we could see food price inflation remaining relatively softer in the coming months, there are some possible upside price risks on bread and cereals and meat.
Coalitions in South Africa are not new, and they have exposed little political maturity from the politicians to efficiently manage and run municipalities
We have the potential to become a leading producer and user of renewables but we cannot reach this potential on our own
… or lack thereof, as the country is rapidly falling behind in its climate commitments and there is not enough uptake of renewable energy