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UPDATED – US Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs, offering hope to countries such as South Africa
The Trump administration slapped South Africa with a 30% import tariff, effective last August
Harsher sanctions sought against teachers who use corporal punishment
Section27 has asked the South African Council of Educators to amend its mandatory sanctions policy to include rehabilitative and corrective measures for teachers who assault…
The self-immolation of America’s democracy
The politicalisation of the supreme court is sending the United States down a dangerous path
Zuma’s release date passes, but appeal court still to decide his fate
The supreme court of appeal is yet to rule on the appeal to the high court finding that his release on medical parole was unlawful
A hurtful slap in the face for Celtic’s supporters
In the sale of the iconic Free State heroes and their relocation to KwaZulu-Natal, the fans who stood by Phunya Sele Sele unwaveringly have been blatantly snubbed and left poorer
Judgments and jurisprudence: Presiding over presidential petitions in Africa
The verdicts handed down in Kenya and Malawi set a precedent that the quality of an election and the environment in which the election is held do matter and have a bearing on the…
Khaya Sithole: Taken for a ride by the gig economy
Better laws can stop companies such as Uber from riding roughshod over people who do work for them but are denied employment benefits
Zondo can boldly ask ConCourt to find Zuma in contempt
The commissioner’s other option is the long, route through the courts for breach of the Commissions Act, but the inquiry’s lifespan is short.
The last Trump?
US President Donald Trump may have less than a fortnight left in office, but he’s not done yet — he may well be remembered for destroying the Republican party
America’s lessons for African dictators
COMMENT: Trump’s attacks on democracy grab the headlines, but the real story is one of democratic resilience
Richard Calland: Biden needs a senate win to limit Trumpism
Joe Biden doesn’t have the mojo needed to restore the US – so he needs a full house to appoint those who do, writes Richard Calland.
Why we must fight to secure places for more women and young people in politics
Too often, governments talk the talk on gender equality, but fail to walk the walk
Rights are at risk without principled leadership in the US Supreme Court
COMMENT: My sons, I weep because Judge Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who fought gender discrimination, has died and Donald Trump, under whom hardwon victories have been eroded, wants to…
The bloody battle to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Neither side will hesitate for a second to do anything to win
Louisiana lawmakers pass fetal heartbeat abortion ban
The bans are expected to be blocked in lower courts, but supporters plan to appeal such decisions until they reach the Supreme Court