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• The Eagle and the Fallen Man: Ngcukaitobi’s Brilliance, Mchunu’s Undoing

  Dec 6

  By Nco Dube | 06 December 2025 There are moments in the life of a nation when a single figure rises above the ordinary, and in our legal fraternity that… more ›

• South Africa’s Public Service: A Scandal of Competence, Capture and Cowardice

  Dec 5

  The Madlanga Commission and Parliament’s Ad Hoc Committee revealed systemic issues within South Africa’s public service, uncovering a culture of mediocrity, patronage, and evasion among officials. Testimonies during the hearings… more ›

• South African Voters: The burden of choice and the failure of alternatives

  Dec 3

  By Nco Dube | 03 December 2025 South Africa’s democratic project is straining under the weight of compounding failures. To explain the ANC’s continued hold on power purely as “Stockholm… more ›

• South Africa’s HIV/AIDS Journey: From Devastation To Hope, But Still Unfinished

  Dec 1

  Nco Dube reflects on South Africa’s ongoing battle with HIV/AIDS, tracing its historical impact and current challenges. The late Mbongeni Ngema’s song “Ingculaza” encapsulates the emotional toll of this epidemic… more ›

• South Africa’s G20 Summit: Multilateralism’s Triumph Over Trump’s Isolationism

  Nov 24

  The Johannesburg G20 Summit in November 2025 marked a historic milestone, being the first held in Africa and with the African Union as a permanent member. Despite the U.S. boycott… more ›

• Ukhozi FM’s Song of the Year: Why It Has Become a Cultural Phenomenon

  Nov 10

  The announcement of Ukhozi FM’s Ingoma Ehlukanisa Unyaka on New Year’s Eve is a significant cultural event in South Africa, transcending various demographics. Originating in the 1980s, it has grown… more ›

• Senzo Mchunu and the ANC’s Crisis of Credibility

  Oct 22

  Minister Senzo Mchunu’s recent testimony before Parliament deepened the credibility crisis for him and the ANC. Mchunu’s evasive and contradictory statements regarding the disbandment of the Political Killings Task Team… more ›

• Betting the Future: How Online Gambling Is Breaking South African Communities

  Oct 21

  The gambling industry in South Africa generates over R75 billion annually, with approximately 60% coming from online activities. However, this economic success masks significant social harms, including broken families, increased… more ›

• The Sound of Value: How Music Drives South Africa’s Economy

  Oct 21

  The South African music sector has evolved into a significant economic engine, with digital platforms now dominating revenue streams. In 2024, local artists earned R400 million from streaming, highlighting a… more ›

• Gatekeepers Without a Map: The Crisis of Political Chiefs of Staff in South Africa

  Oct 10

  The appointment of a 22-year-old with no experience as Chief of Staff in South Africa’s Social Development office reflects a larger issue: key political roles are often filled through patronage… more ›