Opinion
Alcohol is quietly destroying our communities
Alcohol is so deeply woven into South African society that many of us no longer see the damage it causes. Unlike illicit drugs, which...
Beyond unemployment: Why AI could become South Africa’s greatest youth empowerment...
Youth unemployment remains one of South Africa's greatest challenges. It is more than an economic issue. It is a question of dignity, inclusion, social...
DA’s Tony Leon dilemma: Starlink and South Africa’s invisible marketplace of...
South Africa has become remarkably good at recognising state capture only after the damage has been done. We know what it looks like when...
Siyasanga Monoalibe | Belgium saves ‘soccer’ by dumping Donald Trump’s USA...
The image and integrity of football have been restored after Belgium eliminated the USA from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Yes, my introduction sounds a...
South Africa’s protests reflect deep domestic strain, not a hidden hand
South Africa’s streets have once again become a stage for marches, demonstrations and political expression. Depending on whom you ask, the protests are either...
Charmza
Pretoria magistrate Ignatius du Preez rightfully tore up the cosy plea deal handed to alleged crime boss Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala. Matlala thought he could...
Moegoe
Resolve Communications, led by Tony Leon, is said to have leveraged its close ties to ministers in the GNU to secure meetings for corporate...
Order will not come through expulsion of the ‘other’
On June 30, streets across South Africa echoed with the chants of citizens marching against illegal immigration. In the aftermath, it has become convenient...
Incompetence is destroying SA
The downward spiral and lack of decisive leadership are rather apparent these days in South Africa. From the Zondo commission then to the recent...
Grid capacity is the real energy crisis
South Africa’s energy crisis is no longer only about building new generation. We have 72GW of renewable energy projects at advanced stages of development...
