Government Opinion Pieces

By: Mr Groovin Nchabeleng.

In March 2022, the Minister in the Presidency appointed the executive committee of the Marketing, Advertising and Communication (MAC)…

By: Ms Mathe Okaba, Deputy Chairperson of MAC Charter Council

In an era where societal values are in constant flux, the Marketing, Advertising, and Communication (MAC) sector stands as a…

By: Mr Veli Ngubane, Chairperson of Research and Monitoring Sub-Committee (MAC).

The marketing, advertising and communication industry thrives as the pulsating heart of a free market-based…

By Calvin Augustine

South Africa is exploring various new ways of easing the strain on the national grid during periods of high energy…

The iconic and disturbing photographs from the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre capture the mass funeral of 69 victims shortly after the tragic event, as seen in an aerial image taken by renowned…

   Dear Fellow South African,      The relationship between South Africa and the United States has received a great deal of attention recently.      Strengthening ties between the two countries…

By Dr Ntombifuthi Nala

Water is a precious resource and no one can survive without it. It is critical for our health, growing food and economic development. It is therefore crucial that we…

By Kopo Ndhlovu 

Human trafficking is a global problem and a form of modern day slavery. It affects millions of people around the world and the majority of victims are women and children.…

By Simangazo Mokale

Very few people think of TB as a major health concern.  Yet TB continues to be the top infectious killer worldwide, claiming over 1.5 million lives per year, and…

Women are an integral part of communities and they are the foundation of society, therefore investing in them to accelerate progress is vital.

By Andrea Naicker

The teenage phase is some of the most transformational years of an individual’s life. It can be an exciting period of self-discovery but also an overwhelming time for some…

By Gill Price

Typically, in January as part of their new year’s resolutions many people embark on a healthier lifestyle journey involving exercise or balanced eating habits.  For some this…

By Vincent Magwenya 

President Cyril Ramaphosa in his State of the Nation Address narrated a fictional story of a child of democracy called Tintswalo. He shared how Tintswalo’s life after…

Dear Fellow South African,

The remarkable progress made in the partnership between government and business over the last nine months shows just how much we can get done when we work…

By Gill Price 

One of the world’s most influential leaders of all time has proven that great leadership begins with a servant heart. Nelson Mandela’s legacy is characterised by his humility…

By Elias Tibane

When President Cyril Ramaphosa recently proclaimed Wednesday, 29 May 2024 as the date for the General Elections, which also coincide with the…

By Tshepo Nkosi

Starting a successful industrial business has been made easier through the country’s Special Economic Zones (SEZ). These zones offer companies a head start in growing their…

Several important milestones have been reached in the last week as part of the work underway to reform and professionalise the public service. These developments are vital both to advancing the…

By Laticia Masia

As the world goes digital, and an interconnected global society emerges, the…

By Gill Price

Alcohol and substance abuse affects communities across the world and the risks associated with them are well documented. The scourge of alcohol, drug and substance abuse knows…