Why South Africa needs a blended approach to multilingual education

Opinion|Published

Discover how leveraging technology can help overcome the challenges of transitioning from home languages to English, ensuring every student has the opportunity to ...

Challenging Trump's travel discrimination | Why do we accept unequal policies?

Opinion|Published

Is travel a privilege reserved for the few? Discover how the Global South is challenging this notion and advocating for equal travel rights.

The ongoing fight against Polio in Africa

Opinion|Published

Post-polio sufferers need regular physio to be mobile and experience relief from pain and spasms. As a post-polio survivor you are also more prone to other infectious ...

Opinion | How Artificial Intelligence can enhance water management in Cape Town

Opinion|Published

Explore how artificial intelligence can revolutionise water management in Cape Town, tackling challenges faced by local communities and governments.

How AI is bridging the digital divide and promoting equality in South Africa

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Explore how AI technology is transforming access to information and education, addressing the digital divide in South Africa, and empowering communities to achieve ...

The right to relevance: South Africa’s place in the AI-driven future

Vanashree Govender|Published

As South Africa commemorates Human Rights Day, guided by the imperative to "deepen a culture of social justice and human rights," we are reminded that the pursuit ...

Why have women and youth leadership failed to fight for their Human Rights?

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Explore the decline of women and youth leadership in South Africa's ongoing struggle for human rights, as historical figures like Mama Winnie Madikizela Mandela ...

Watch VideoBeyond Silence: It’s the right(s) time to speak up

Dr Armand Bam|Published

Human Rights Day is not just a historical marker it is a mirror held up to our present reality as South Africans. It forces us to take a good look at ourselves and ...

Reflecting on Human Rights Day: the urgent need for action against gender-based violence

Opinion|Published

Human Rights Day serves as a crucial reminder of our commitment to dignity, freedom, and equality. As South Africa commemorates this day, we must confront the pressing ...

Opinion | The importance of social fathers in shaping strong men

Opinion|Published

Explore how social fathers are redefining fatherhood in South Africa, providing mentorship and guidance to boys growing up without male role models.

Critiquing Wim de Villiers' tenure: A letter on controversies at Stellenbosch University

Opinion|Published

A reader expresses concern over the accolades given to Wim de Villiers, questioning the integrity of his leadership amid controversies at Stellenbosch University. ...

The Budget's harsh reality: Why the Government is not anti-poor

Tara Roos|Published

The tax burden falls heavily on a mere 1. 6 million individuals, representing just 2. 6% of the population, who contribute 76. 2% of all personal income tax.

The fight for tertiary education remains unfinished

Liesl van der Schyff|Updated

As the #RhodesMustFall movement marks its tenth anniversary, the struggle for equitable access to education in South Africa remains a pressing issue.

Empowering women on International Women’s Day | confronting violence and health challenges

Opinion|Published

Explore the interconnected challenges of gender-based violence and unemployment facing South African women, and discover how research-driven solutions can pave the ...

Letter: Grim reality of everyday violence in our society

Letter to the Editor|Published

Over 50 people are murdered every day ,we grimly watch ,as the horror explodes into our living rooms as  we follow local events.

Disinformation and the struggle for justice in SA's economic landscape

Brett Herron|Published

Its failures to meaningfully transform the country’s economy and land holdings while in government for 30 years fuelled the belief that White South Africans had ...

Opinion | A call for acceptance following the murder of Imam Muhsin Hendricks

Opinion|Published

The tragic murder of Imam Muhsin Hendricks highlights the urgent need for acceptance and understanding across diverse belief systems and lifestyles.

Opinion | How Trump's aid cuts could transform education funding in South Africa

Opinion|Published

Trump's funding freeze presents a pivotal opportunity for South Africa to reshape its education system and engage more deeply with economic blocs like BRICS.

Opinion | What a public National Register for Sex Offenders means for South Africa

Opinion|Published

The National Register for Sex Offenders aims to enhance public safety by protecting vulnerable individuals from sexual offenders, but its effectiveness will depend ...