Democracy in Action: Are Councilors Equipped with the Necessary Skills & Leadership?
Are Ward Councillors properly equipped with the necessary skill-set and leadership to be in their respective positions? In comparison to…
Category: Politics
Parties Isolating SA’s Diverse Public
Polarization and nationalism tropes in parts of South Africa are becoming more apparent through political party posters and campaigns. Political…
Manifesto Tracker: Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF)
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) is confident that in municipalities run by them they will rout out corruption, redistribute land…
Manifesto Tracker: Congress of the People (COPE)
Providing affordable housing, safe and reliable transport and reacting to climate emergencies are some of the key issues the Congress…
Manifesto Tracker: Al Jama-ah
The Al Jama-ah party says it is here to serve and accomplish the goals promised in its manifesto. At the…
Niche Parties and Independents may be Ineffective
The South African political landscape has become saturated with parties vying for votes in the upcoming local government elections. This…
Engineering Workers Strike for “Living Wage”
Workers in the engineering and metal sector have downed tools as talks over a wage increase have hit an impasse.…
Chief Justice Candidate List Released
The Presidency has released its top eight list of nominees for the Chief Justice position. The public was brought in…
John Hlophe Accepts Chief Justice Nomination
Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe has accepted a nomination for the position of Chief Justice. This, despite Hlophe being…
Political and Strategic Shifts in Asia
Afghanistan has been viewed with renewed interest, not so much because of the American withdrawal but the Taliban return to…
Amnesty. What Amnesty? – Imam Haron Annual Lecture
South Africans mark September as Heritage Month. But for the victims of Apartheid and their families, it is a painful…
Nehawu Demands Accountability in Digital Vibes Scandal
A health workers union has denounced the squandering of millions of taxpayers’ money by the Health Department as repugnant. Nehawu…
Election 2021: What to Consider when Making that X
In the lead up to elections – citizens are bombarded by political campaigning, but how do they go about navigating…
Tunisia Appoints Female PM
Najla Bouden is Tunisia’s first ever female Prime Minister designate. President Kais Saied has already tasked her with forming a…
No Formula E if there are No Basic Services for Cape Town’s Poor
The City of Cape Town is being slammed over a decision to allocate R48 million for a Formula E event.…
Dr Anban Pillay Must be Criminally Prosecuted in Digital Vibes Scandal
The Special Investigating Unit has recommended that Dr Anban Pillay be criminally charged for financial misconduct following an investigation into…
France To Limit Visas To Nationals From Algeria, Morocco & Tunisia
France is once again cracking down on foreign nationals, saying that there will be a targeted reduction in the number…
Hangberg: Community Dignity Hangs in the Balance
The housing problem in Hangberg remains a concern as a development in the area to build 439 units has hit…
Apartheid Criminals Taking Truth to Grave
The ANC-led government has been told not to cower to the intimidation and threats of Apartheid-era leader FW de Klerk.…
Khayelitsha Residents Protest over Blocked Drains
Khayelitsha residents have expressed their frustration at the poor state of the sewage system in Site B. Locals who staged…