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Elon Musk's influence on Trump: A closer look at the Afrikaner genocide debate
As Donald Trump and Elon Musk publicly clash, questions arise about the potential impact on US-South Africa relations, particularly concerning the contentious issue of Afrikaner genocide.
Dr Nandipha Magudumana takes legal battle for freedom to Constitutional Court
Dr Nandipha Magudumana is taking her fight for freedom to the Constitutional Court after her appeal was dismissed by the Supreme Court of Appeal.
Constitutional Court to decide on CPS's profits from unlawful social grants contract
Freedom Under Law pushes for accountability as the Constitutional Court prepares to rule on CPS's profits from an unlawful social grants contract.
Freedom in the crucible of South Africa's challenges
Alternative Synopsis"Explore the profound meaning of freedom in South Africa today as we reflect on its complexities and the insights of thinkers like Svetlana Boym, who offers a fresh perspective on the historical and cultural dimensions of freedom
ANC calls for renewal and unity amid challenges, as it reflects on 31 years of freedom
On the 31st anniversary of South Africa’s democracy, the African National Congress (ANC) has urged South Africans to reflect on the country’s liberation journey and commit to renewing democracy.
When freedom is born: from Mathuras chains to Madibas liberation
Freedom, as a concept, has long been a site of contention and redefinition, says Yogan Naidoo
Liberalism’s Frankenstein: How it helped create and empower the billionaire class
This analysis reveals how liberalism's long-standing role as capitalism's gatekeeper may have created the very monster it now fears - an unleashed billionaire class that no longer needs its services.
SONA 2025 | South Africans stand with 'Cupcake' after President Ramaphosa's 'we will not be bullied' comment
Amid rising negative foreign rhetoric, South Africans rally behind President Ramaphosa's defiant stance at SONA, declaring unity against external pressures.
Top world officials congratulate Donald Trump on his inauguration
From Europe to South Africa, global leaders have extended olive branches to Donald Trump as he assumes the US presidency for a historic second term. Key allies including Germany's Scholz and Brazil's Lula emphasised strengthening international cooperation and shared democratic values.
Askies? Party attendees arrested for 'looking too gay'
Seven individuals were charged with "trying to arouse interest in non-traditional sexual relations," an act that has been illegal in Russia for 10 years.
Journalist's body found stuffed in a septic tank in India
Freelance journalist Mukesh Chandrakar, 28, was found dead in a septic tank in India.