Michael Andisile Mayalo

iol opinion writer

Youth Month 2025: The Reversal of Democratic Gains in South Africa

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

South Africa's youth unemployment rate has surged to 46. 1%, raising urgent questions about the future of democracy and opportunity in the nation. What does this ...

Unlocking Economic Growth: The Role of SMEs in China-Africa Trade Ties

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Discover how a recent seminar by China's Ministry of Commerce is set to reshape economic cooperation between China and Africa, focusing on the crucial role of Small ...

The erosion of labour rights in South Africa

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Workers' Day 2025 rings hollow under South Africa's Government of National Unity, as the celebration of workers' rights becomes a mere PR exercise. What does this ...

VAT Reversal: Is the DA Leading South Africa's Government of National Unity?

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's sudden VAT reversal raises questions about leadership within South Africa's Government of National Unity. Is the DA pulling the ...

South African MPs' Israel trip sparks controversy: Implications for national sovereignty

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

South African MPs from the DA and PA visit Israel amidst rising tensions over Gaza, raising critical questions about national sovereignty and foreign policy. This ...

The urgent need for child safety in South Africa: lessons from Cwecwe's story

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

We owe it to Cwecwe and the innumerable other victims of violence to ...

Ubuntu and South Africa's future: A national identity at risk

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Ubuntu, the cornerstone of South Africa's identity, faces unprecedented challenges in a world marked by inequality and individualism. Can this powerful philosophy ...

Transforming job applications: the impact of digitising the Z83 form on young South Africans

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Amid soaring youth unemployment, the South African government’s initiative to digitise the Z83 form represents a crucial step towards a more inclusive job market, ...

Why young South Africans are disappointed with the Government of National Unit

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

After the 2024 elections, young South Africans are left disillusioned by a government prioritising political infighting over their needs.

Mpox vaccines expected to arrive in DR Congo within days: WHO chief

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

A first delivery of mpox vaccines is expected to arrive in the Democratic Republic of Congo in the coming days, the World Health Organization's chief Tedros Adhanom ...

At 87, pope defies expectations with epic tour

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

By embarking aged 87 on the farthest journey of his papacy, Pope Francis is doing something some believed impossible - and seeking to silence those who doubt his ...

India cricket’s Jay Shah: top minister’s son to ICC kingpin

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Jay Shah has spoken of India’s “unparalleled global fan base”, and with cricket an Olympic sport at Los Angeles 2028, he dreams of using the sport to bolster India’s ...

Five new English Premier League signings to watch

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Premier League clubs were slow to splash their cash in the early months of the transfer window, but business has picked up ahead of the start of the new season on ...

Manchester United wary of Fulham, Manchester City can pounce on Chelsea chaos

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

AFP Sports looks at what to expect from the opening weekend of the new English Premier League season, which kicks off with Manchester United hosting Fulham on Friday ...

Five talking points for the new English Premier League season

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Manchester City face a strong challenge from Arsenal as the champions look to win an unprecedented fifth successive Premier League title.

Paris 2024 Olympics bid emotional farewell after ‘Seine-sational’ Games

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

France bids farewell to dazzling Paris Olympics after two weeks of celebration and sporting drama.

Leopard attacks and injures two SANDF soldiers

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The unprovoked attacks occurred at the Hoedspruit Air Force Base.

SA duo suffer bike and injury blow-out as Biles steals show

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

There was much heartache for Team South Africa yesterday at the Paris Games as Candice Lill and Caitlin Rooskrantz’s Olympics suffered disappointing results, while ...

Paris Olympics poised for riverside spectacular amid tight security

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Paris geared up for unprecedented Olympics opening ceremony along Seine river, with thousands of athletes sailing down river as security forces remained on high ...

Kevin Durant brushes off US basketball age concerns ahead of Paris Olympics

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The US open the defence of their Olympic crown against Nikola Jokic’s Serbia on Sunday in Lille, where the early rounds of the basketball are taking place before ...

Djokovic, Nadal set for Paris Olympics second-round showdown

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Two-time singles gold medallist Andy Murray, who will end his career at the Paris Olympics after almost two decades on tour, will only play doubles.

Much-maligned Olympic 100m champ Marcell Jacobs: I need to show myself what I can do

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Italian sprinter Marcell Jacobs now seems on the right trajectory heading into the Paris Olympics, where he will look to defend his 100m title he claimed in Tokyo ...

‘It’s unbearable’: heatwaves scorch southern and eastern Europe

Michael Andisile Mayalo and Reuters|Published

Unrelenting heat blanketing southern and eastern Europe has fueled wildfires, strained power grids, and made daily life unbearable, with temperatures hovering near ...

Melting ice slows Earth’s spin, lengthens days

Michael Andisile Mayalo and Graphic News|Published

Study shows melting polar ice caps causing Earth to spin more slowly, increasing length of days

Olympic torch reaches Tahiti for Paris 2024 surfing event

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Olympic torch arrives in Tahiti, showcasing locale for 2024 surfing competition.