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Scribes of freedom: Southern African literature works for a just society
Opinion
/ 3 September 2024

Scribes of freedom: Southern African literature works for a just society

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

By Chikumbutso Ndaferankhande
Israel uses military law, detention without trial to control Palestinians
Opinion
/ 3 September 2024

Israel uses military law, detention without trial to control Palestinians

Although illegal under international law, Israel justifies these actions as necessary for state security

By Sõzarn Barday
From empowerment to elitism: The BBBEE dilemma and constitutional tensions
Thought Leader
/ 2 September 2024

From empowerment to elitism: The BBBEE dilemma and constitutional tensions

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

By Ismail Joosub
Who will defend the defenders of social justice, human rights and democracy?
Thought Leader
/ 2 September 2024

Who will defend the defenders of social justice, human rights and democracy?

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

By Robert Kigongo
Class divisions and the struggle for honest conversations about the NHI
Opinion
/ 1 September 2024

Class divisions and the struggle for honest conversations about the NHI

Middle-class views on national health insurance are filtered through prejudice and experience, losing sight of the plight of the working class

By Abongile Nkamisa
We need to talk about alcohol
Thought Leader
/ 30 August 2024

We need to talk about alcohol

How much and how we use this toxin, which is so much part of our culture, needs a rethink

By Skye Scott
Does our Constitution have the nation it deserves?
Thought Leader
/ 29 August 2024

Does our Constitution have the nation it deserves?

While lauded internationally, our social rights documents have yet to become a reality for many South Africans but remain mere words outlining our aspirations

By Lindiwe Gadd
How colonialism shaped modern leadership styles in Africa
Thought Leader
/ 29 August 2024

How colonialism shaped modern leadership styles in Africa

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

By Namatai Munyuru
How growth will be sustained by business SA despite a hostile  operating environment
Thought Leader
/ 28 August 2024

How growth will be sustained by business SA despite a hostile  operating environment

The economic landscape will require out-the-box thinking for
corporate South Africa to stay afloat

By James Maposa
Blended finance key to unlocking billions for Africa’s climate tech startups
Thought Leader
/ 28 August 2024

Blended finance key to unlocking billions for Africa’s climate tech startups

The need for innovative climate solutions is urgent, and climate tech offers a path towards resilience and sustainability.

By Buntu Majaja
Unemployment numbers tell a sad tale of policy and governance shortcomings in municipalities
Thought Leader
/ 27 August 2024

Unemployment numbers tell a sad tale of policy and governance shortcomings in municipalities

The government of national unity must tackle the problems in local government to deliver change

By Fidel Hadebe
MK party: A political party, a family affair — or a spaza shop?
Thought Leader
/ 27 August 2024

MK party: A political party, a family affair — or a spaza shop?

The party needs to get its house in order if it is to survive the upcoming elections.

By Enzokuhle Sabela
Should South Africa introduce a visa for countries that are currently exempt?
Thought Leader
/ 27 August 2024

Should South Africa introduce a visa for countries that are currently exempt?

The type of visa and the cost of it should be taken into consideration

By Lindani Zungu
Protect local people’s rights in renewable energy projects
Thought Leader
/ 27 August 2024

Protect local people’s rights in renewable energy projects

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.

By Karabo Mokgonyana
Public urged to comment on General Municipal Bill, which could extend timeline for fixing irregular appointments
Thought Leader
/ 26 August 2024

Public urged to comment on General Municipal Bill, which could extend timeline for fixing irregular appointments

The Bill, open for comment until 31 August, proposes an extension of the timeframe within which irregular appointments must be rectified

By FW de Klerk Foundation
Consumer food price inflation at lowest level since January 2020
Thought Leader
/ 26 August 2024

Consumer food price inflation at lowest level since January 2020

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.

By Wandile Sihlobo
How to protect public service from unstable coalitions
Thought Leader
/ 26 August 2024

How to protect public service from unstable coalitions

Coalitions in South Africa are not new, and they have exposed little political maturity from the politicians to efficiently manage and run municipalities

By Khanya Burns-Ncamashe and Naledi Ngqambela
Why South Africa needs trade partners to scale green energy
Thought Leader
/ 25 August 2024

Why South Africa needs trade partners to scale green energy

We have the potential to become a leading producer and user of renewables but we cannot reach this potential on our own

By Sandra Villars
Tracking South Africa’s climate change progress
Thought Leader
/ 24 August 2024

Tracking South Africa’s climate change progress

… or lack thereof, as the country is rapidly falling behind in its climate commitments and there is not enough uptake of renewable energy

By Ozayr Patel
Practical, long-term approach needed to revitalise South Africa’s economy
Thought Leader
/ 22 August 2024

Practical, long-term approach needed to revitalise South Africa’s economy

Education must be aligned with job market needs, home-based entrepreneurship and small businesses need support and a diverse economy encouraged.

By James Maposa
Mantashe stifling our democracy by ignoring court judgments
Thought Leader
/ 22 August 2024

Mantashe stifling our democracy by ignoring court judgments

The minister of mineral and petroleum resources refuses to accept his constitutional obligation to meet communities affected by mining.

By Christopher Rutledge
Kampala’s Kiteezi landfill a health and environmental hazard
Thought Leader
/ 21 August 2024

Kampala’s Kiteezi landfill a health and environmental hazard

People died in garbage during the Kampala landfill landslide. But lack of waste management also causes disease and deaths and environmental damage.

By Robert Kigongo
Beyond Africa’s permanent membership of the UN Security Council
Thought Leader
/ 20 August 2024

Beyond Africa’s permanent membership of the UN Security Council

What Africa could gain from the Summit of the Future to nurture good governance on the continent.

By Sara Hamouda
TotalEnergies: Who really benefits from regulating environmental NGOs in South Africa?
Thought Leader
/ 20 August 2024

TotalEnergies: Who really benefits from regulating environmental NGOs in South Africa?

Silencing civil society’s voice threatens the country’s democracy — and the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill could be misused to do just this

By Neil Overy
Complicit in repression: SADC fails to confront Zimbabwe’s human rights crisis
Thought Leader
/ 15 August 2024

Complicit in repression: SADC fails to confront Zimbabwe’s human rights crisis

The actions of President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s government are meant to instil fear, suppress dissent and keep a tight hold on power

By Sibahle Zuma
Mine closures: Why we must have a women-led just energy transition
Thought Leader
/ 15 August 2024

Mine closures: Why we must have a women-led just energy transition

There is an opportunity to reduce gender inequalities in mining affected communities if women have a voice

By Concelia Digoro and Tarisai Muguynani
The complex issue of illegal electricity connections
Thought Leader
/ 15 August 2024

The complex issue of illegal electricity connections

The disconnect-reconnect cycle in townships is a reminder that giving people legal, affordable access to power goes beyond technical solutions

By Nokuthula Pheza and Thabo Motshweni
With record unemployment, fostering small business development is essential
Thought Leader
/ 15 August 2024

With record unemployment, fostering small business development is essential

For this strategy to succeed, enabling policies and support systems must be established to help entrepreneurs overcome the significant barriers they face

By James Maposa
Talkin’ bout a revolution: The cases of Bangladesh, Kenya and Nigeria
Thought Leader
/ 14 August 2024

Talkin’ bout a revolution: The cases of Bangladesh, Kenya and Nigeria

Leaders need to learn to listen and swiftly enter into discussions with the masses, otherwise they will face protests, which can be devastating

By Aaron Ng’ambi
Problem gambling tears at the fabric of South African society
Thought Leader
/ 14 August 2024

Problem gambling tears at the fabric of South African society

Despite the revenue it generates the the state, the need to protect vulnerable people, particularly the poor and their families, cannot be overstated

By Sibongile Simelane-Quntana
Beware of the joint estate – it dies with your spouse
Thought Leader
/ 13 August 2024

Beware of the joint estate – it dies with your spouse

The joint estate of a couple married in community of property comes to an end once the marriage terminates either by the death of a spouse or a divorce

By Charlise Finch and Kaamilah Paulse
Despite heavy rains, Western Cape’s wheat crop looks promising
Thought Leader
/ 12 August 2024

Despite heavy rains, Western Cape’s wheat crop looks promising

Warmer, drier weather in the coming weeks would boost production in the Western Cape where two-thirds of South Africa’s wheat is grown.

By Wandile Sihlobo
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