Navigating sovereignty: Africa's role in the US, China Rivalry

Kim Heller|Published

Africa stands at a crossroads as the U. S. and China vie for influence on the continent. This article explores how Africa can leverage its mineral wealth and strategic ...

Ramaphosa has more questions to answer now after O'Sullivan's testimony

MAZWI XABA|Published

Following Paul O'Sullivan's controversial testimony, President Ramaphosa faces mounting pressure to testify before Parliament, risking further scrutiny of his leadership ...

Empowering Local Government For Economic Inclusion In South Africa

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

Dr Reneva Fourie examines the pivotal role of local government in addressing economic inclusion and inequality in South Africa, arguing for a shift in focus towards ...

State of the Nation: Mr President, please do not praise Steenhuisen, bury him

MAZWI XABA|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's deep ties to livestock farming raise questions about his response to the Foot-and-Mouth Disease crisis, as he prepares to address the ...

Building Unity in Diverse Communities: Insights from the Bahá'í Faith

Flora Teckie|Published

Discover how diverse communities can thrive through understanding and cooperation. This article explores the Bahá'í perspective on overcoming prejudice and fostering ...

Poetic Licence: R500m and how the war on drugs was lost in police vaults

Rabbie Serumula|Updated

A chilling account of how R500 million worth of drugs vanished from SAPS storage in Tshwane, only to return to the streets. Witnesses tell Parliament of stolen evidence, ...

Bleak Future for Africa's Children Caught in the Firing Line

Kim Heller|Published

There is an urgent need for the African Union to protect children caught in the crossfire of conflict, as millions face violence, displacement, and exploitation ...

Madlanga Probe: A Fragile Promise of Criminal Justice Reform

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's response to the Madlanga Commission report raises critical questions about the future of criminal justice reform in South Africa. As ...

Will Ramaphosa testify in the ongoing probes or keep avoiding scrutiny?

MAZWI XABA|Published

As the Madlanga Commission and Mkhwanazi Ad-hoc Committee unfold, South Africans await President Cyril Ramaphosa's testimony. Will he testify and open himself to ...

SA in Desperate Need of Capable, Ethical Leaders for a National Reset

Clyde N.S. Ramalaine|Published

South Africa stands at a crossroads. The crisis it faces is not merely one of governance, but of ethical imagination. What is required is a reset, one that redefines ...

Happy Families: The basis of thriving communities

Flora Teckie|Published

Explore how strong family values shape not only individual happiness but also the health of our communities, as seen through a Bahá’í lens.

Reimagining leadership in South Africa: The case for merit over inheritance

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Explore the urgent need for a merit-based leadership model in South Africa, where entitlement has overshadowed accountability and performance. Can we shift the narrative ...

Grand Ethiopian Dam Dispute Threatens Africa's Economic Renaissance

Kim Heller|Published

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam represents a transformative moment for Africa, promising energy independence and regional cooperation, yet it risks escalating ...

Is the Foot-and-Mouth Outbreak a Sign of SA’s Deteriorating Veterinary Services?

Rebone Moerane|Published

The Department of Agriculture faces a critical challenge in managing the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, prompting a significant policy shift. As the government ...

Tough Road Ahead for the ANC to Regain Voter Trust

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

Local government remains the sphere closest to the people and the site where service delivery failures are most acutely felt. The success or failure of the ANC’s ...

Editor's Note: Is the NPA entering a new, better era as Batohi exits?

MAZWI XABA|Updated

With Advocate Shamila Batohi's departure, South Africans are left wondering if Advocate Andy Mothibi can restore faith in the National Prosecuting Authority and ...

The Global Trumpian Humour: Why Laughing at Trump is a Fatal Error

Shabodien Roomanay|Updated

As the world ridicules Trump, are we ignoring the real dangers of his presidency? Shabodien Roomanay explores the implications of laughing at a leader whose actions ...

WHO at a Crossroads: From Global Health Guardian to Vaccine-Centred Steward

Dr Clyde NS Ramalaine|Published

The World Health Organisation's reliance on earmarked funding, the geopolitical rupture following U. S. withdrawal, and the growing weight of private philanthropy ...

Equity must be at the heart of development

Flora Teckie|Published

Embedding equity and justice into global development efforts can transform societies and ensure prosperity for all.