When protection becomes betrayal: Confronting the normalisation of child abuse in South Africa

Mmabatho Makotanyane|Published

What happens when protection becomes betrayal? This powerful piece confronts South Africa’s deepening child abuse crisis — and the silence that protects perpetrators. ...

How ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ became a global phenomenon

The Washington Post|Published

Since its premiere, the movie has hit Netflix’s top 10 list in all 93 countries the streaming service tracks.

Could Rupert Murdoch bring down Donald Trump?

The Conversation|Published

If Rupert Murdoch becomes a white knight standing up to a rampantly bullying US president, the world has moved into the upside-down.

Rhino poaching – A national shame threatening South Africa’s soul, economy and global standing

Rey T Thakhuli|Published

Rhino poaching isn’t just a conservation crisis — it’s an assault on South Africa’s soul, economy, and identity. In this urgent call to action, Rey Thakhuli demands ...

Heard of Nvidia? Here’s why you should pay attention

The Washington Post|Published

It boggles the mind that a tech company that many people have never heard of is the most valuable corporation in the world. Having recently crossed the threshold ...

Dire predictions about renewable energy were all wrong

The Washington Post|Published

During the first quarter of this year ...

Young people must get involved in politics to transform lives, not to escape poverty

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Politics should never be reduced to a shortcut to personal enrichment. It should be viewed as a powerful platform to uplift communities, restore dignity, and build ...

Rituals, fear and blood: the new face of SA’s gang problem

The Conversation|Published

This column unpacks the rise of occult gangs in the Free State, where ritual murders and demonic symbols aren’t urban legends — they’re part of lived experience. ...

Invisible and detained: the gendered face of torture in South Africa’s immigration system

Zekhethelo Cele|Published

On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, we reflect on South Africa's troubling legacy of human rights violations in immigration detention, particularly ...

Tax season in SA: the system is designed to tackle inequality but falls short

The Conversation|Published

In a recent study we explore how features such as tax rates, deductions, credits, and bracket adjustments shape the redistributive capacity of South Africa’s personal ...

Water governance: Sustainability matters more than ever

Stephen Sadie|Published

South Africa has been pushed to the brink by the degradation and mismanagement of essential infrastructure, namely water supply and management. In Gauteng, the country’s ...

Is ChatGPT really killing Google?

The Washington Post|Published

There are regular headlines suggesting chatbots like ChatGPT may be taking over for Googling. Maybe you’ve also started using artificial intelligence instead of ...

Youth are hope for a brighter future

Flora Teckie|Published

Reflecting on National Youth Month, this article explores how today's youth can actively transform society and contribute to a brighter future.

The role of fathers in a time of youth unemployment

Verna van Diemen|Published

In a nation grappling with a staggering youth unemployment rate of 46. 1%, fathers face unprecedented challenges in providing for their children. As we celebrate ...

From legacy to action: improving the lives of today's youth in Gauteng

Solly Msimanga|Published

As we commemorate Youth Month, we reflect on the sacrifices of the youth of 1976 and the pressing challenges faced by today's young South Africans. With alarming ...

Brand new world: how smart companies are building communities, not just customers

Dale Healy|Published

Dale Healy discusses the implications of the GENIUS Act as a catalyst for the Web3 revolution, urging brands to rethink their strategies. This opinion piece emphasises ...

A look into the rights of unmarried fathers

Phetoho Maja|Published

Explore the critical challenges faced by families in South Africa, particularly the limited access of unmarried fathers to their children. Discover how legal rights ...

Five pencils, two dolls and a president who really wants a big new plane

Robin Givhan and The Washington Post|Published

Trump's fixation on toys and planes raises questions about his priorities as president. Is this obsession a reflection of American consumerism?

Love for mother earth and humanity

Flora Teckie|Published

This International Mother Earth Day, the Bahá'í International Community calls for bridging the gap between environmental intention and action.