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Does Africa’s supposed digital disadvantage protect it from election interference?
Thought Leader
/ 19 June 2025

Does Africa’s supposed digital disadvantage protect it from election interference?

Data analytics and strategic manipulation have become the new tools in today’s politics, even in Africa

By Thuto Khumalo & Mihle Kambula
A grandmother is a library: Support for their caregiving role is vital
Thought Leader
/ 19 June 2025

A grandmother is a library: Support for their caregiving role is vital

Gogos in South Africa, who look after millions of children, often without assistance, need to be empowered with resources and training

By Theresa Michael
Index shows upbeat sentiment on South Africa’s agricultural sector
Thought Leader
/ 19 June 2025

Index shows upbeat sentiment on South Africa’s agricultural sector

This is despite a slight decline, attributed to an uncertain global trade environment, geopolitical tension and domestic animal disease problems

By Wandile Sihlobo
In a world of injustices, be Greta Thunberg
Thought Leader
/ 18 June 2025

In a world of injustices, be Greta Thunberg

The climate activist also advocates for human rights, such as those of Palestinians being killed by Israeli Defence Forces in Gaza

By Robert Kigongo
Mining of critical minerals tramples grazing and water rights in Zimbabwe
Thought Leader
/ 18 June 2025

Mining of critical minerals tramples grazing and water rights in Zimbabwe

Laws exist to protect the environment and people, but these are not enforced regarding mining, in particular lithium

By Hoitsimolimo Mutlokwa
No Will. No clarity. Plenty heartache
Thought Leader
/ 18 June 2025

No Will. No clarity. Plenty heartache

Legal and emotional complications arise when someone dies without a will and no clear evidence of ‘life partnership’

By Loraine Strydom & Kaamilah Paulse
Reflecting on relationships: Is it ‘just sex’?
Thought Leader
/ 18 June 2025

Reflecting on relationships: Is it ‘just sex’?

True sexual freedom means having the right to not participate — without shame or judgment

By Emmanuel Oboh
Skills gap devours young people’s dreams
Thought Leader
/ 18 June 2025

Skills gap devours young people’s dreams

Youth unemployment is a crisis but educational reforms have the potential to turn the rising tide

By Mankodi Moitse
Public higher education institutions must shape up to serve national interests
Thought Leader
/ 17 June 2025

Public higher education institutions must shape up to serve national interests

A transformative approach is needed to improve management processes and teaching outcomes, making institutions more efficient and graduates more employable

By Riedwaan Kimmie
Online casinos without identity checks threaten the entire industry
Thought Leader
/ 17 June 2025

Online casinos without identity checks threaten the entire industry

Outlets which tempt players with speed, convenience and secrecy undermine the long-term health of the gambling sector

By Mduduzi Mbiza
Behind Kleinfontein and other illegally established residential areas
Thought Leader
/ 17 June 2025

Behind Kleinfontein and other illegally established residential areas

Kleinfontein is just one of about 17 other illegally established housing developments in Tshwane

By Sarah Mabotsa
Dangerous fantasy: US ambassador Dybul said SA was ready to transition off Pepfar. It wasn’t
Thought Leader
/ 17 June 2025

Dangerous fantasy: US ambassador Dybul said SA was ready to transition off Pepfar. It wasn’t

Weeks later, thousands of health workers are unemployed, HIV services are collapsing and the government hasn’t filled the gap. This isn’t transition, it’s unraveling in real time

By Tian Johnson
How banks can better serve small businesses in Africa
Thought Leader
/ 17 June 2025

How banks can better serve small businesses in Africa

Traditional banks must work on customised products and services that address their unique needs, potentially through partnerships with fintech

By Pierre Romagny
Israel’s offensive in Iran breaches the Geneva Conventions
Thought Leader
/ 16 June 2025

Israel’s offensive in Iran breaches the Geneva Conventions

The airstrikes are about more than Iran’s nuclear capacity; they are aimed at the network of supporters of Palestinians’ right to exist

By Sõzarn Barday
Trafficking in Africa a threat to securing a continent fit for children
Thought Leader
/ 16 June 2025

Trafficking in Africa a threat to securing a continent fit for children

Children on the continent are trafficked, sexually exploited, forced into marriage, recruited into armed forces and made to beg

By Zororai Nkomo
The future is now: A call to SA’s youth to build social justice
Thought Leader
/ 16 June 2025

The future is now: A call to SA’s youth to build social justice

Young people need to have discussions with their peers who have become apathetic and disengaged and volunteer in our communities to create a just society

By Senzakahle Mazibuko
Harness the potential of the continent’s demographic dividend
Thought Leader
/ 16 June 2025

Harness the potential of the continent’s demographic dividend

Partnerships between education institutions and the private sector, with the backing of policymakers need to develop a strong school-to-work pipeline.

By Jean-Luc Stalon
From struggle to superpower: A letter to SA’s youth to rise through STEMI
Thought Leader
/ 16 June 2025

From struggle to superpower: A letter to SA’s youth to rise through STEMI

We need thinkers who can connect the dots between science and society, code and compassion, data and dignity

By Zakia Salod
Early 2025-26 production prospects signal an ample global grain and oilseed harvest
Thought Leader
/ 15 June 2025

Early 2025-26 production prospects signal an ample global grain and oilseed harvest

This forecast is based indications of good harvests in key producing countries such as the European Union, Russia, Canada, Argentina, the United Kingdom and India

By Wandile Sihlobo
UN credibility crisis: The US veto shields Israel’s destruction of Gaza
Thought Leader
/ 13 June 2025

UN credibility crisis: The US veto shields Israel’s destruction of Gaza

The United Nations Security Council needs reform. The US has, since 1946, exercised its veto more than 80 times, many of those to block resolutions critical of Israel

By Nkosinathi Mtshali
Digital occupation: How surveillance technologies repress dissent from Gaza to Cape Town
Thought Leader
/ 13 June 2025

Digital occupation: How surveillance technologies repress dissent from Gaza to Cape Town

This creeping form of observation marks a dangerous evolution in how power is exercised and dissent controlled

By Sõzarn Barday
Global March to Gaza is a moral reckoning
Thought Leader
/ 13 June 2025

Global March to Gaza is a moral reckoning

More than 2,000 people – 55 from South Africa – have converged in Egypt in a show of international solidarity

By Hasina Kathrada
Battle for energy justice: Why we must win social ownership
Thought Leader
/ 13 June 2025

Battle for energy justice: Why we must win social ownership

Electricity must be treated as a public good and a fundamental human right

By Ferron Pedro
Cutting unemployment rate needs a national, coordinated effort
Thought Leader
/ 13 June 2025

Cutting unemployment rate needs a national, coordinated effort

The requirements of the job market in all professions require ongoing university curriculum reviews to assess each programme’s relevance and alignment with the needs of professions, industry and society

By Francis Petersen
How to help your parents in their golden years
Thought Leader
/ 12 June 2025

How to help your parents in their golden years

You need to talk about money and you can’t help others if you’re not helping yourself

By Kananelo Matela
Workplaces must wake up to the harmful invisibility of endometriosis
Thought Leader
/ 12 June 2025

Workplaces must wake up to the harmful invisibility of endometriosis

Employers, work policies and labour law do not accommodate this health issue, which results in women missing promotions, getting unfair performance reviews or losing their jobs

By Zimkhitha Juqu
The future world order must be based on tolerance and diversity
Thought Leader
/ 12 June 2025

The future world order must be based on tolerance and diversity

Using a cultural synthesis of the best aspects of various cultures and traditions we can build a harmonious and sustainable future

By Seifudein Adem
Africa isn’t ready for electric vehicles – and that’s okay
Thought Leader
/ 12 June 2025

Africa isn’t ready for electric vehicles – and that’s okay

Africa will adopt EVs when it has a reliable electricity supply, as well as charging stations, good roads and a reliable electricity supply

By Karabo Mokgonyana
Investing in school principals pays off, particularly in impoverished areas
Thought Leader
/ 12 June 2025

Investing in school principals pays off, particularly in impoverished areas

The Principals Academy Trust and UCT’s Graduate School of Business have teamed up to help principals, who in turn assist teachers, resulting in them being retained and children getting a better education

By Jodie Martin
Tender times: Navigating the public procurement landscape
Thought Leader
/ 11 June 2025

Tender times: Navigating the public procurement landscape

The Aventino case shows when it comes to public procurement, compliance is important but a bidder’s credibility and integrity also have a significant bearing

By Roberto Oktober & Jaime-Lee Jacobs
Fake medicines: South Africa’s silent epidemic
Thought Leader
/ 11 June 2025

Fake medicines: South Africa’s silent epidemic

There is an urgent need to prevent the proliferation of counterfeit and substandard pharmaceuticals

By Fentse Maseko
The hidden economy of rage bait on social media has a human cost
Thought Leader
/ 11 June 2025

The hidden economy of rage bait on social media has a human cost

With social media platforms becoming commercial spaces, social and political influencers, fake news pages or attention seeking pages use rage bait

By Shatadi Phoshoko
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