Whistleblower Protection is Vital for the Building of an Ethical Democracy

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

The courage of whistleblowers serves the public interest and upholds democratic accountability. Strengthening whistleblower protection is an essential step towards ...

The ANC emperor is naked: No weaving or spinning can hide the truth any more

MAZWI XABA|Published

In a world where truth is often obscured, the ANC's leadership has been exposed as a façade, much like the vain ruler in the 19th-century tale, " The Emperor’s New ...

Afrikaner Theatrics Underscores the Fragility of National Reconciliation

Zamikhaya Maseti|Published

The country must be anchored on a singular principle, that socio-economic justice is the moral and political foundation upon which a durable and inclusive South ...

Efforts towards the betterment of humanity from a Bahá'í Perspective

Flora Teckie|Published

Discover how the Bahá'í teachings inspire a life of service, enriching both the giver and the community. Explore the profound impact of selfless acts on social cohesion ...

IBSA agenda for South-South cooperation between India, Brazil and SA gains momentum

Zingisa Mkhuma|Updated

In a multipolar world, IBSA emerges as a key player in promoting South-South cooperation among India, Brazil, and South Africa, challenging Western-dominated institutions ...

Silencing the Guns: Guinea-Bissau Coup Highlights Africa's Governance Crisis

Kim Heller|Published

The recent coup in Guinea-Bissau is a stark reminder of Africa's ongoing struggle with democratic fragility, says the writer.

Adapting Policy Framework in an Era of Coalitions a Strategic Imperative for ANC

Zamikhaya Maseti|Updated

At the heart of the NGC lies the question of organisational renewal: not as a slogan repeated at conferences, but as a substantive programme that must address degraded ...

The dilemma of poking the bear or letting a sleeping dog lie

MAZWI XABA|Published

If he could go back in time, would President Cyril Ramaphosa challenge and push back against his US counterpart the way he did during the G20 summit?

Failing to Advance Working-Class Interests a Dark Stain on Cosatu’s Legacy

Dr. Reneva Fourie|Published

Cosatu still has structures and networks that can regroup the working class. It requires a clear return to solidarity, active involvement in mass action, and firm ...

Exploring the Importance of Human Rights from a Bahá'í Perspective

Flora Teckie|Published

On Human Rights Day, we reflect on the Bahá'í perspective of human rights, emphasising the need for collective responsibility and the oneness of humanity in achieving ...

The Role of Ethics in Addressing Climate Change from a Bahá'í Perspective

Flora Teckie|Published

Explore how the Bahá'í perspective on ethics can guide our actions against climate change, as highlighted by the recent COP30 conference in Brazil.

South Africa's progress in newborn care faces new challenges as blindness in premature infants rises

Staff Reporter|Published

As South Africa celebrates improved neonatal survival rates, a new study raises alarms about the rising risk of blindness among premature infants. Learn about the ...

South Africa's crime statistics reveal an urgent need for policing reform

Staff Reporter|Published

In light of South Africa’s shocking crime statistics, urgent reform is needed within our policing systems to protect vulnerable populations. Discover how the statistics ...

Western Cape crime crisis deepens as DA blames ANC for inadequate policing

Staff Reporter|Published

As crime skyrockets in the Western Cape, the DA blames ANC's negligence and demands urgent police reform to protect community safety.

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 ...