The three Sahelian countries — Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger — which have experienced military coups, have not been able to contain the growing episodes of terrorism they have…
With millions of South Africans unemployed — particularly young people — employers wield enormous power. The message is clear: “If you don’t accept these conditions, there are…
We are proud of how far Cosatu has come since it was launched 40 years ago in Durban and the role it has played in ending apartheid, securing our constitutional democracy,…
The country presents a clear illustration of how a weak social foundation constrains industrial development and reinforces structural inefficiencies but we can change that
If we are to honour our freedom, we must also stand in sympathy with our neighbours, whose struggles remind us that democracy is never guaranteed. Their pain must be felt as our…
Coverage of Ukrainian children often fixes blame on Russia and leaves the conduct of the Ukrainian government in the background, even though the evidence of exploitation, forced…
Easter people cannot ask, “Am I my brother’s keeper?” because Jesus, on Good Friday, died for all, not just the chosen few. Our brothers’ situations in Sudan, Palestine and Iran…
Development statistics tell us what has happened. They show us how many children have dropped out of school, how many young people are unemployed and how many households remain…
Despite producing enough food, South Africa is experiencing a deepening hunger crisis. New research shows that even households receiving food aid are skipping meals — and…
There may not be an imminent threat of violence but we need to stabilise the course the country is on to prevent it in the future
Impoverished communities have a complicated relationship with political engagement, which is vital for their survival
With visionary leadership, ethical stewardship and strategic collaboration, artificial intelligence can help us leapfrog old limitations and create a more just, prosperous and…
But the Democratic Alliance has said it will boycott the dialogue that will take place over nine months, calling it a waste of time and money
Young people need to have discussions with their peers who have become apathetic and disengaged and volunteer in our communities to create a just society
There is no factual evidence that deindustrialisation, poverty, inequality and unemployment is caused by black economic empowerment, as argued by William Gumede
Thirty years on, the patience of the poor is wearing thin as they are subjected to tardy, disrespectful service
We urgently need more interventions to protect children and address the root causes of violence in the country
It is incumbent upon the government to alleviate poverty, the leading cause of divorce and separation in Uganda
The tragedy of miners trapped underground and the police’s Operation Vala Umgodi is an all-time low for human rights – the government of national unity must act now
The focus would also be on Africa’s high debt levels, financing the just energy transition and the strategic use of critical minerals
