Government Opinion Pieces

Dear Fellow South African,    

Last week, I launched the first export shipment of goods produced by South African companies destined for other African countries under the preferential trade…

By Andrea Naicker

This year marks 30 years of freedom in South Africa which provides an opportune moment for our nation to pause and reflect on our journey since the start of our democracy…

By Phumzile Mahlangu*

The latest Matric results show that our education system is on the upward trajectory and that we are stronger when we work together. The Class of 2023 achieved an 82,9…

By Calvin Augustine*

Our country is making every effort in line with our Energy Action Plan to address our energy challenges. Interventions are underway to bring new sources of electricity…

By Calvin Augustine

South Africa is on a path towards economic recovery and there are overwhelming…

By Gill Price

All parents want the best for their children. We want them to go to well-functioning schools and get the best results so that they can be admitted to tertiary institutions.…

By Calvin Augustine

Governments, civil society and business leaders from across the world had…

By Gill Price

All South Africans over the age of 18 and above have a right to vote in an election. This right was not available to the majority of the people of this country before the new…

By Dr Ntombifuthi Nala

The hallmark of any democracy is regular and credible elections, and in 2024, South Africa will go to the polls…

By Nomonde Mnukwa

Many South Africans will have entered the New Year with new resolutions as a way to…

By Seipati Nekhondela

The dawn of a new year comes with great anticipation as many individuals embark on their new year’s resolutions and plan…

Dear Fellow South African,       As a nation that fought and defeated apartheid, we have a particular obligation to stand up for justice and fundamental human rights for all people, everywhere. It…

Dear Fellow South African,

The class of 2023 has made our nation proud.     The matric results released last week showed an 82.9% pass rate for the cohort of matriculants who sat the…

Dear Fellow South African,

A new year has begun, one that coincides with the 30th anniversary of South Africa’s democracy. During this year, we will reflect on what has been achieved as we…

By Niko Allie

The beginning of a new school year is always marked with anticipation and excitement.  For many this will signify the beginning of their school journey, while for others it…

By David Jacobs 

The scourge of corruption has become all-pervasive and no country is spared from it.  Like the mythical Hydra of Greek mythology, it has many heads, and chopping one off…

By Nomonde Mnukwa

This month South Africa marked ten years since the passing of former President Nelson Mandela, affectionately known…

By Advocate Joyce Maluleke

Africa’s leaders are elevating the fight against gender-based…

Dear Fellow South African,    As the year draws to a close and the country prepares for the festive season, most South Africans would    agree that this has been a difficult and challenging year…

By Annalie Language 

As you prepare to draw up your festive season shopping list, remember the power of your rand and buy local. When…