By Andrea Naicker*
The legacy of Nelson Mandela is premised on advocating for people’s rights and an inclusive democracy, which also includes the participation and protection of our…
Government Opinion Pieces
By Nomonde Mnukwa*
It is often said that water is life, and this is indeed the case as no life can be sustained without water. However, very few people give a second thought…
By Andrea Naicker
The exorbitant cost of living makes it challenging for many South Africans to make ends meet. This influences the choices they make today and impacts on saving for the…
By Kopo Ndhlovu*
The start of the New Year, many matriculants will be hunting for spaces at various tertiary institutions across the country. At the same time, a significant number of…
By Niko Allie*
In April 2023, large parts of Tshwane were plunged into darkness for several days following the collapse of the power lines. Upon inspection it was found that three pylons…
By Nkele Sebasa*
There are many young people in our country who are ready to enter the working world but find themselves in a Catch-22 situation. They are unable to get a job because…
By Dr Ntombifuthi Nala*
The spate of abuse and killings of children such as the brutal murder and mutilation last year of six-year-old Tshiamo Rabanye and his five-year-old friend Mduduzi…
By Senzeni Ngubane*
The role of social media in shaping public opinion and influencing political outcomes has become undeniable. As South Africa gears up for its upcoming elections, the…
By Mawande Ndongeni*
South Africa has made significant strides since achieving freedom 30 years ago, thanks to its human rights-driven constitutional dispensation. This has translated into…
By: Dr Ntombifuthi Nala*
This year, South Africa will mark 30 years since the inauguration of the first democratically elected President, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. In his inaugural address…
By Michael Currin*
Our history has shown that when South Africans pull together in partnership there is nothing that we cannot overcome. Together we had overcome the brutal and unrelenting…
By: Niko Allie*
In amongst all the doom and gloom brought on by the electricity crisis, rising interests rates, the high cost of living and the conflict in Ukraine, it might have been…
By Niko Allie*
Plastic is all around us and many people seldom give it a second thought. It has become part of our lives whether as containers, bottles, disposable bags, straws, toys and a…
By Calvin Augustine
Our country’s energy sector will soon enter into a new era through the Electricity Regulation Amendment Bill that sets out to create a competitive and sustainable…
By Josias Pila*
In February 2023, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that construction work on the Lesotho Highlands Phase Two project would commence. Three months later Phase 2 of the…
By: Dr Blade Nzimande, Minister of Higher Education and Training
The year 2024 is particularly special as it marks the 30th anniversary of our…
By Niko Allie
In a world filled with information overload the significance of our own stories should not be overlooked, especially those that contribute positively towards achieving…
Dear Fellow South African,
To succeed in an ever-changing global economy, our country needs far more people with the right skills. This is so that our…
By Andrea Naicker
The Class of 2023 will leave their schools as history makers, having achieved the highest pass rate since the dawn of our democracy. Whilst this is a grand…
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…
