Chris Roper

The report found that interest in politics had also dwindled among the country’s news readers

Matthew Buckland, 1974-2019

Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng’s call for religion to influence the laws that govern the country could lead to the oppression of other religions.

Minister Lindiwe Sisulu takes on Ronnie Kasrils and allows us insight into the truth of what it means to be an ANC politician, writes Chris Roper.

Outa’s press release paints its opposition to paying tolls as a mighty crusade. But there are much more important battles to fight.

Chris Roper reflects on the end of traditional media and why we are the tabloid nation now.

Chris Roper examines the myths and lies created by former president Nelson Mandela.

In November 2009, Chris Roper and Mandy Rossouw stumbled upon the start of what would become Zuma’s Nkandla home. Chris looks back.

A debate around the term "White Widow" has raged in the M&G newsroom, with some feeling it’s racist. Chris Roper weighs in on the argument.

The ANC claims they’re vindicated by a Press Council verdict on a recent M&G headline. Play "Devious, or Dim?". You be the judge.

Lady Gaga disallowing news photographers at her concert is hardly a threat to democracy and the country’s Constitution, writes Chris Roper.

A public discussion around Adriaan Basson’s new book has given Chris Roper a sleepless night.

Little Heart is an album that will win Fetish many new fans, while remaining true to the dark vision that converted so many people at the beginning.

Chris Roper says Die Antwoord’s reaction to his review of their album "SOS" was a cry for attention from the South African audience.

Chris Roper finds Bob Dylan’s Tempest isn’t a great Dylan album – and it doesn’t have to be, because it’s still one of 2012’s finest offerings.