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COSAS 4 accused fail in bid to have presiding judge recuse himself
The Gauteng High Court's recent decision has sparked hope for justice in South Africa as it dismissed a bid by former apartheid security officers to have the presiding judge recused from the landmark COSAS 4 trial. The case pertains to the tragic events of 1982, when an explosion caused by apartheid security forces resulted in the deaths of three teenagers in Krugersdorp.
Gauteng High Court dismisses request for judge recusal in historic COSAS 4 trial
The Gauteng High Court's recent decision has sparked hope for justice in South Africa as it dismissed a bid by former apartheid security officers to have the presiding judge recused from the landmark COSAS 4 trial. This case pertains to the tragic events of 1982, when an explosion caused by apartheid security forces resulted in the deaths of three teenagers in Krugersdorp, highlighting haunting injustices from the country’s past.
Portraying Pravin Gordhan as a saint will be a disservice to his legacy
While it would be wrong to advance a view that Gordhan did nothing for this country, it would be equally disingenuous to portray him as a saint, says the writer.
‘The despicable desperation of the persecution of Paul Mashatile’
News24's approach to covering Paul Mashatile has been marked by petty sensationalism and malicious bias, focusing on negative portrayals of this well respected South African political leader.
Who is in Roger Jardine’s new movement?
Roger Jardine has assembled a team of leaders from across sectors of society to contest the 2024 elections.
Ina Cronje: A teacher, attorney and “commander” of rule of order and law
OPINION: Ina and her husband Pierre Cronje worked closely with the UDF and ANC, particularly in the Midlands, and in 1994 Ina was selected to be part of the ANC’s team of MPLs in the KZN Provincial Legislature, writes Dr Michael Sutcliffe.
The significant role of the youth in the 2024 elections is to vote
The upcoming elections will give every citizen in the country, particularly our dispirited youth, a chance to have their voice heard, and to shape the future of the nation
A leader who spoke truth to power
OPINION: Prof. Jerry Coovadia assisted and led comrades at the Medical School and other institutions in their academic, research and outreach work, writes Dr Michael Sutcliffe.
Professor Hoosen Jerry Coovadia was a medical and political genius
OPINION: Professor Jerry Coovadia never sought positions and never refused to share his expertise and knowledge to further the goals of liberation, writes Dr Ela Gandhi.
Coovadia’s legacy ‘will live on’
Tributes are pouring in for Professor Hoosen Jerry Coovadia, an icon of the medical fraternity and the Struggle for liberation and human rights.
Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi’s indelible mark
OPINION: As a human being, he was not perfect, but contributed immensely to South African and global politics, writes Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu.
Prince Mangosuthu paved way for IFP and Zulu monarchy, now future rests in the hands of next generation
OPINION: Throughout his life, Buthelezi played a more prominent national role than his party, given the fact that the IFP was confined mainly to KZN and parts of Gauteng. Now, Buthelezi’s visibility will wane over time, but the IFP will do their best to use his legacy in the 2024 national and provincial elections.
A giant tree has fallen, a tribute to Important Mkhize
OPINION: Former SACP leader, trade unionist and provincial legislature member Important Mkhize left an indelible mark in the liberation movement for his work ethic, writes Khaye Nkwanyana.
SACP shocked at death of former leader, Important Mkhize
The SACP said it has lost a selfless and committed leader, as Important Mkhize played a crucial role in the struggle for liberation.
A pivotal role in mobilising resistance to apartheid era sport
OPINION: Sacos did not operate in a vacuum. The political developments in the 1980s were dramatic. The formation of UDF and Cosatu opened the way for a surge of civic and workers’ resistance to the status quo, writes Krish Naidoo.
UDF 40th Celebrations: Popo Molefe calls for young people to campaign for democracy ahead of 2024 elections
Popo Molefe urged young people to unite and fight against poverty, hunger, inequality, corruption, economic isolation, and corruption.
Ramaphosa salutes UDF for championing human struggles against apartheid regime
During his address, President Cyril Ramaphosa saluted the UDF for their efforts against the apartheid regime and its crimes, brutality, and policies that were imposed on the people of South Africa.
ANC celebrates 40 years of United Democratic Front that ‘shook apartheid to its core’
On August, 20 in 1983, a large and diverse range of progressive forces met in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town in what became one of the turning points of South Africa’s history.
Ramaphosa to address United Democratic Front 40th anniversary
President Cyril Ramaphosa, Cape Town Anglican Archbishop Thabo Makgoba and Popo Molefe are noted as some of the main speakers at the commemorative event taking place at the Johannesburg City Hall on Sunday.
President Cyril Ramaphosa, Cosatu to be part of UDF's 40th celebration
The 40th anniversary celebrations, headed by the founding UDF leaders, aims to celebrate, commemorate, and rekindle the UDF’s legacy through community-led action.
UDF 40th anniversary: Calls mount for active citizenry
The movement will hold its anniversary celebrations at the Joburg City Hall on Sunday.
SA is ruled by a gang of robbers, says Boesak
Activist says across the country, there is virtually no disagreement on what South Africans are facing right now as a result of governmental mismanagement over 30 years
Boesak slams hypocrisy surrounding Ramaphosa, Zuma
Boesak says he has been deeply concerned about the open factionalism in the ANC, the divisionism it causes, and the toxic effect it has on the country’s politics
Seedlings of the future central to breaking apartheid era shackles
OPINION: Youth can be enjoined to be part of literally repairing this damaged society, street by street, from villages to towns.
Public protector tries to close the lid on leaks
The EFF and other opposition political parties have rejected the Public Protector’s preliminary report on the Phala Phala Farm scandal.