Kader Asmal immortalised in bronze with fellow Struggle heroes
The statue joins over 100 other iconic resistance leaders and freedom fighters, honouring Asmal’s contributions to South Africa’s fight for justice, equality, and democracy.
Eskom’s missed opportunity for empathy and efficiency
‘Eskom’s chaotic attempt to recode prepaid electricity meters has laid bare a lack of planning and communication that has caused undue distress for many South Africans. ’
Editor’s Note: Godongwana’s spending proposals have missed the mark
Quinton Mtyala writes that the 2024 Medium Term Budget Policy Statement, presented last Wednesday, underscores South Africa’s precarious fiscal position.
Editor’s Note: GNU contradictions laid bare between the ANC and the DA
‘The recent fallout between DA leader John Steenhuisen and President Cyril Ramaphosa over South Africa's stance on Russia has brought the inherent contradictions of the Government of National Unity (GNU) into sharp focus. ’
Editor’s Note: Matric is not the sole way to success
‘As NSC exams begin, the spotlight often falls on the learners sitting for these crucial tests. Yet, it is imperative to remember that matric results provide a limited snapshot of the entire education system. ’
Editor’s Note: Insurance industry needs to tighten up controls
Quinton Mtyala writes that the recent case of Sergeant Rachel Shokane-Kutumela, accused of orchestrating the murders of six people for insurance payouts, is a chilling reminder of the urgent need to restore integrity within South Africa's police force.
Editor’s Note: ANC battle lines seemingly drawn ahead of 2027
‘The unfolding public spat between Gauteng ANC chairman Panyaza Lesufi and the party’s national leadership exposes deepening fissures within the African National Congress,’ writes Quinton Mtyala.
Editor’s Note: Court strikes a blow against GBV but more action needed
'The recent High Court ruling in Pretoria is a critical win in the fight against gender-based violence in South Africa. ’
Bothasig shoot-out leaves three ‘extortionists’ dead, four suspects injured
Gunshots pierced the afternoon quiet of a suburb as a gang of suspected extortionists and police exchanged fire along one of Cape Town’s busiest arteries.
Largest Unmanned Aerial Vehicle to launch at defence expo
Located at the corner of a nondescript crescent at Airport Industria, engineers and software developers are working on an unmanned aerial vehicle that can perform multiple roles, depending on the need.
Editor’s Note: For Prasa, its time to prioritise service delivery
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) has found itself in a deep hole of mismanagement and dysfunction, a far cry from the leading commuter service provider it once was.
Editor’s Note: Praise of extrajudicial killings by police reflect public’s desperation
‘Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) head Dikeledi Ntlatseng has warned about the dangers of extrajudicial killings by police, noting that each incident must be scrutinised to ensure officers act within the bounds of the law. ’
Editor’s Note: Budget cuts will hit the poorest the hardest
‘The recent announcement of budget cuts by the national government is a stark reminder of the harsh reality faced by the poorest citizens in our country,’ writes Quinton Mtyala
Editor’s Note: Extortion rackets a consequence of our failed economy
South Africa’s townships are under siege by a growing phenomenon of extortion gangs, a scourge that is exacerbating the deep inequalities and poverty in these areas.
Editor’s Note: The irony of Floyd Shivambu’s defection
Floyd Shivambu's defection from the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), a party he co-founded with Julius Malema, to the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP) led by Jacob Zuma is a political move rich in irony.
Editor’s Note: Transnational drug cartels pose a risk to South Africa
The recent kidnapping of alleged 28s gang boss Peter Jaggers, allegedly orchestrated by a Colombian drug cartel, highlights a growing and alarming threat: the encroachment of transnational drug cartels into South Africa.
Editor’s Note: Social housing should prioritise current tenants
‘Cape Town faces a critical juncture as the City’s actions force the poor into its hinterlands, transforming areas like Salt River, Woodstock, and the CBD into exclusive enclaves for the wealthy,’ writes Quinton Mtyala.
Editor’s Note: Now the work starts a-GNU
After more than two weeks of bitter wrangling and letters to-and-fro between the main parties, South Africa finally has an executive that will have to drive common policy principles between the parties in the Government of National Unity.
Ramaphosa at long last announces the make-up of his Cabinet after delay
Almost an hour late, President Cyril Ramaphosa at long last announced the make-up of his Cabinet more than two weeks after he was elected with bickering between the ANC and the DA the main stumbling block to the new executive.
The hurdles that both the ANC and DA will have to overcome to form a coalition
If the ANC and the DA were to ever form a coalition, these are the policy hurdles they need to overcome to make their marriage of convenience work.
Elections 2024: ANC’s collapse opens a new universe for SA
The ANC's poor performance in this week's general election opened up “a new universe for South Africa”, DA leader John Steenhuisen said.
Ramaphosa signs dagga for private use into law, but Rastas cry foul
Cannabis users could still fall foul of the law when it came to the consumption and transportation of dagga, he said.
Editor’s Note: George and Ballito tragedies an example of worker exploitation
The dangers faced by workers in South Africa, especially illegal immigrants, have been starkly highlighted by recent tragedies. These workers often toil in the shadows of the country’s labour laws, exploited by unscrupulous bosses.
SAJBD slams ANC for snub of election debate venue
The ANC has come under fire from the Cape South African Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) after the party refused an invitation to participate in a televised debate at the Jewish Holocaust Museum in Gardens on Sunday.
Pro-Zionist wife involved in Fish Hoek altercation stays defiant
A woman who, along with her husband, was involved in a violent altercation with pro-Palestinian protest at a busy intersection in Sun Valley, Fish Hoek remains defiant.