Michael Andisile Mayalo

iol opinion writer

Trump's rhetoric and its impact on South Africa's international relations

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

President Donald Trump's recent statements about South Africa signal a troubling shift in diplomatic relations, revealing deeper geopolitical motives and the potential ...

How belief, not money, powered Zohran Mamdani's campaign

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Mamdani campaign became a movement powered not by money but by belief.

When the DA acts like opposition in a government they’re part of

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The DA’s behaviour lately feels less like governance and more like political theatre, a performance for their base, rather than a commitment to collective leadership. ...

What the G20 really means for young South Africans

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

G20 gives Africa, a continent with the youngest population on Earth, a voice in conversations about global finance, trade, and development. But the key question ...

Why does service delivery only matter during global events?

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

When the dignitaries leave and the cameras are turned off, communities often return to the same conditions as before — broken systems, unfulfilled promises, and ...

Dianne Kohler-Barnard's comeback: A threat to democratic values?

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

South Africa faces a moral crisis as Dianne Kohler-Barnard' s return to politics challenges the very foundations of our democracy.

Abolishing redress measures is a betrayal of South Africa's past and future

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

In advocating for the removal of these policies, the DA reveals an unwillingness to acknowledge the devastating impact of centuries of colonial dispossession, racial ...

How the ANC's conference economy undermines leadership merit

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Explore how the ANC's leadership contests have shifted from merit-based to money-driven, creating a crisis of ethics and accountability. Can the party reclaim its ...

The National Convention Dialogue: A missed opportunity for real change

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

"The National Convention Dialogue aimed to foster national unity and reform, but did it deliver real change? As political leaders and civil society gathered to discuss ...

Dr Sibusiso Reuben Bakana: From Ivory Park to a PhD in Engineering in Beijing

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Discover the inspiring journey of Dr. Sibusiso Reuben Bakana, who overcame cultural challenges and personal sacrifices to earn his PhD in Engineering from Beijing ...

Empowering South Africa's youth: A call for change in diplomacy

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

South Africa's diplomatic voice is aging, sidelining the very youth who are shaping our future.

Nigeria embraces alternative energy

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The African economic powerhouse is looking to join the likes of Argentina, Brazil and Iran, where millions of vehicles are powered by the alternative fuel.

Swapo facing tide of change

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

With results expected as early as Saturday, all eyes are on whether the sparsely populated country rich in mineral resources and recently discovered offshore oil, ...

Concern over UK’s assisted dying laws

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

New polls ahead of Friday’s parliamentary vote showed a majority of Britons support changing the assisted dying laws.

Arrest warrant for Israel’s Netanyahu

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The ICC issued warrants for Netanyahu and his former defence minister Yoav Gallant, as well as Hamas military chief Mohammed Deif “for crimes against humanity and ...

US warned of Taiwan ‘red line’

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Chinese Pesident Xi warned that bilateral ties could “encounter twists and turns or even regress” if one side regarded the other as an opponent or enemy.

Russia, Ukraine attacks increase

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Russian air strikes killed at least five people in southern Ukraine, authorities said Monday, a day after Moscow and Kyiv launched record overnight drone attacks ...

Smog crisis chokes families in Pakistan

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Schools have closed in the main cities of Punjab province, of which Lahore is the capital, in a bid to lower children’s exposure to the pollution, especially during ...

Jamie Oliver withdraws children’s book over ‘stereotyping’

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Corporation said the book was "disrespectful" and contributed to the stereotyping of First Nations peoples ...

Mauritius heads to polls under wire-tapping cloud

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

More than one million people are registered to vote in the 12th legislative election in Mauritius since independence, but there are fears that its lauded democracy ...

Nissan to cut 9 000 jobs amid weak sales

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Nissan and its domestic rivals are also struggling to stand their ground in China, as fast-growing electric vehicle firms backed by Beijing race ahead.

World reacts to Trump’s victory

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Global leaders raced to congratulate Republican Donald Trump on Wednesday as he triumphed in a US election victory over Democrat Kamala Harris.

Anti-woke Badenoch to lead UK’s Tories

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Badenoch will become the official leader of the opposition and face off against Labour’s Keir Starmer in the House of Commons every Wednesday for the traditional ...

Israel targets Hezbollah leaders

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

In recent weeks, Israel has killed several of the movement’s militant commanders and top leaders, including former chief Hassan Nasrallah.

Harris, Trump in final race to polls

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The polls suggest a total deadlock in surveys nationally and in the seven swing states where the result is expected to be decided.