The Epstein-Israel link nobody wants you to take seriously
While trafficking young girls, he was also part of an effort to export military-grade systems to governments around the world
The G20 Dilemma: South Africa, Trump, and the Future of Multilateralism
South Africa's exclusion from the 2026 G20 Summit is no longer about upstaging Donald Trump. It is about the future of the G20, the role of host nations, and the ...
The colonial legacy of George: uncovering the history of enslaved Africans
Explore the rich yet painful history of George, a district shaped by colonial exploitation and the lives of enslaved Africans. Discover how the inaugural Emancipation ...
National crisis in crime stats
The release of crime statistics paints a familiar and devastating picture: a nation besieged by violence. While marginal declines are noted in some areas, the sheer ...
Why South Africa must take urgent action against GBV beyond ribbons and hashtags
Every day in South Africa, women face the harsh reality of domestic violence and sexual assault. This article argues that symbolic gestures are no longer sufficient; ...
G20 South Africa & The Order of Multilateralism
The 2025 G20 Johannesburg Summit marked a historic shift in global governance, with South Africa, led by G20 Sherpa Zain Dangor, positioning Africa’s demographic ...
The UN Forum on Business and Human Rights Must Finally Confront a Global Failure
Despite over 70 years of human rights declarations, why do millions still suffer in global supply chains? As the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights convenes, ...
GBVF fight depends on men
The official classification of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) as a national disaster marks a watershed moment in South Africa’s painful struggle against ...
Africa's G20 Summit: Redefining Global Influence and Cooperation
Emerging centres of influence are now shaping global discussions with growing confidence, and the G20 Summit in South Africa serves as a clear marker of this shifting ...
Awakening the conscience: a call to action against gender-based violence in South Africa
Join the fight against gender-based violence in South Africa and confront the realities of GBV and child abuse that exist beneath the surface of our society.
James Watson’s complex legacy: A scientific giant overshadowed by bigotry
James Watson’s death leaves behind a powerful legacy, both for the groundbreaking discoveries he catalysed and the prejudiced views that emerged. This article delves ...
Understanding the importance of power station decommissioning in South Africa's just energy transition
Explore how South Africa's electricity crises intertwine with socio-economic challenges and climate change, and why effective decommissioning of power stations is ...
The true value of what we consume: Fairtrade Africa’s call to action
Explore how Fairtrade Africa is redefining the value of our consumption, urging consumers to consider the stories behind their purchases and the impact on communities ...
State guns fuel violence
The relentless tide of gun violence sweeping across South Africa demands an honest assessment of its sources. Our investigation reveals a deeply unsettling truth: ...
Zohran Mamdani and the Prophetic Triumph of Justice
In a world exhausted by violence, corruption, genocide, and deceit, the rise of a young Muslim democratic socialist in the symbolic capital of global capitalism ...
How Rastafari rights are shaping the future of cannabis in South Africa
What does the SAHRC's Rights of Rastafari Report reveal about the ongoing struggle for dignity and self-determination in South Africa?
We’ll always need the toilet: What sanitation says about society
Beyond the flush lies a story of care, dignity, and survival. This piece explores why toilets are more than a private necessity, they reflect our values as a society. ...