Michael Andisile Mayalo

iol opinion writer

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.

Pakistan shuts schools over air pollution

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The city of 14 million people has been enveloped by smog, a mix of fog and pollutants caused by low-grade diesel fumes, smoke from seasonal agricultural burning ...

US’s swing state showdown

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Trump has a second rally planned in yet another swing state, Wisconsin in the Midwest, where he will appear with US football legend Brett Favre.

Oil prices tumble after Israel attack

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Oil prices fell as much as five percent in early trade before paring some of their losses.

Israel says Iran strike a success

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

There has been public and diplomatic pressure on the Israeli premier’s administration to do more to strike a deal to secure the release of the remaining captives ...

Georgians to vote in crucial elections

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Its campaign has centred on a conspiracy theory about a “global war party” that controls Western institutions and is seeking to drag Georgia into the Russia-Ukraine ...

US renews call for Middle East peace

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

After nearly a year of war in Gaza, Israel shifted its focus to Lebanon, vowing to secure its northern border to allow tens of thousands of Israelis displaced by ...

Flights disrupted by bomb hoaxes

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

All flights landed safely, but the spate of threats has resulted in planes being diverted to Canada and Germany, and fighter jets scrambled to escort aircraft in ...