'Israel Remains the Principal Obstacle to Lasting Peace in the Middle East'
Dr Reneva Fourie examines South Africa's unwavering stance on Israel's aggression in West Asia, highlighting the need for global accountability and the role of the ...
ANC KZN Conference Delay Raises Concern Over Party’s Election Prospects
The postponement of the ANC KZN provincial conference until after the 2026 Local Government Election raises significant questions about the party's leadership and ...
Reversing SA’s Neoliberal Agenda for Economic Reconstruction
Reflecting on the legacy of Chris Hani, this article explores the betrayal of South Africa's transformative democracy by neoliberal policies and calls for a renewed ...
The Scars of History: Navigating White Privilege and Black Pain in Democratic South Africa
Kim Heller's book, 'White Privilege. Black Pain: The Power of Race in Democratic South Africa,' challenges the narratives surrounding race and privilege in post-apartheid ...
Understanding the US-Iran Ceasefire: A Fragile Path to Peace
The recent US-Iran ceasefire raises questions about its viability and the potential for lasting peace. This article explores the complexities of the ceasefire agreement, ...
Can Africa's Women Leaders Break the UN's Glass Ceiling?
With António Guterres's term ending in 2026, the race for the next UN Secretary-General presents a pivotal opportunity for Africa and its women. This article explores ...
War On Iran: Central Asia Caught Between Fear and Opportunity
The ongoing conflict in Iran poses significant challenges and opportunities for Central Asia, a region historically marked by stability. As the geopolitical landscape ...
Collapse of ANC, SACP Alliance A Betrayal of Revolutionary Ideals
This article reflects on the legacies of Solomon Mahlangu and Chris Hani, exploring the current political landscape in South Africa and the tensions within the ANC-SACP ...
Navigating The Hormuz Crisis And Its Impact On Global Economies
Recent tensions between Washington and Tehran have led to a potential energy crisis that could ripple through global economies, affecting everything from logistics ...
Trump and Netanyahu: Two Madmen Playing God
When deranged leaders invoke divine catastrophe as a political instrument, it is not only their enemies who are consumed. Unless they are stopped, we will all be ...
China's Rise and America's Fall: A New Era of Global Power
This article explores the decline of American imperialism and the rise of China as a global power, highlighting the civilisational challenges posed by these shifts ...
China and South Africa: A New Era of Strategic Partnership
Vice President Han Zheng's recent visit to South Africa marks a pivotal moment in the strengthening of bilateral relations between China and South Africa, as both ...
Why the UN Declaration on Slavery Needs Action, Not Just Words
The recent UN declaration recognising slavery as a grave crime against humanity marks a pivotal moment, but it must lead to meaningful reparations and systemic change, ...
ANC, SACP Rift: An Alliance Forged in Struggle, Now Fractured by Power Struggles
The South African Communist Party's decision to contest the 2026 Local Government Election independently raises critical questions about the ANC's leadership and ...
Is Masemola's Prosecution a Game Changer for Public Sector Accountability?
The Auditor-General's latest report reveals alarming trends in South Africa's public sector, highlighting systemic failures in administrative accountability and ...
Israel's Death Penalty Law: A Grave Injustice for Palestinians
The recent enactment of death penalty laws for Palestinian political prisoners by Israel's Knesset raises serious human rights concerns and demands international ...
Africa-West Relations at a Turning Point: Interests, Agency and a New Bargain
Africa stands at a pivotal moment in global geopolitics, with emerging powers recognising its strategic importance. This article explores the continent's potential ...
Power and Pressure: Ramaphosa’s G7 Disinvitation and Its Impact on South Africa
Explore how President Ramaphosa's disinvitation from the G7 summit reflects the complexities of South Africa's foreign policy and the pressures of global diplomacy. ...
Navigating Political Change: The ANC, DA, and Emerging Forces in South Africa
Explore the latest findings from the Social Research Foundation poll as South Africa's political landscape undergoes significant changes ahead of the Local Government ...