Neither the market nor the ruling party can be entrusted with the task – so leave it to the youth.

When there is corruption and the state is struggling to deal with pressing social issues a strong figure can become attractive to many people.

The bombing of the Boston marathon in April and the brutal murder of a British soldier in London have again focused attention on Muslim extremism.

The Anni Dewani case has gripped the nation and created a media frenzy. Of course we can’t come to any final conclusions.

Cosatu seems to lack the gumption; people’s movements are too localised; and popular anger is rising. So to whom can we turn for change?

In South Africa questions are being asked about the World Cup and the potential for muslim extremism.