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• The Scourge of Child Soldiers: A Stain on Humanity and a Threat to Our Future

  Feb 12

  The article by Nco Dube highlights the tragic issue of child soldiers, representing a humanitarian crisis and a significant moral failure. It defines child soldiers as those under 18 involved… more ›

• The Imperative of a Black-Oriented Civil Movement: A Call to Support Dr. Ndlozi’s Vision

  Feb 11

  By Nco Dube | 11 February 2025 In a world where the voices of the marginalised are often drowned out by the amplified narratives of privilege, the need for robust,… more ›

• The Insidious Blindness of White Denial: Confronting the Legacy of Colonialism and Apartheid

  Feb 10

  The recent debate over Donald Trump’s executive order to sanction South Africa highlights the hypocrisy surrounding narratives of white victimhood. Misleading claims about white South Africans facing land seizures ignore… more ›

• AfriForum’s Misinformation: The Threat to South Africa’s Equality

  Feb 8

  South Africa is facing challenges to its pursuit of equality and justice, undermined by right-wing lobbies that aim to preserve apartheid-era privileges. Organizations like AfriForum promote misinformation about land reforms,… more ›

• Promises vs. Reality: Ramaphosa’s 2025 SONA Insights

  Feb 7

  President Cyril Ramaphosa’s 2025 State of the Nation Address aims to inspire hope but risks eroding public trust due to a disconnect with South Africans’ realities. Though it outlines ambitious… more ›

• Elon Musk: The Misconception of Wealth and Genius

  Feb 5

  The article critiques the uncritical admiration of Elon Musk and other wealthy individuals, arguing that wealth should not be conflated with genius or moral superiority. It highlights Musk’s privileged background,… more ›

• Trump: The Wrecking Ball of Diplomacy

  Feb 4

  Donald Trump’s presidency has dramatically reshaped international diplomacy through its strongman tactics, characterized by unilateral sanctions and aggressive rhetoric. This approach has not only disrupted long-established diplomatic norms but also… more ›

• Our Incredibly Careless Stewardship of the Planet: A Global Perspective

  Feb 2

  The article highlights the urgent global environmental crisis, emphasizing issues like climate change, biodiversity loss, and the disproportionate impact on vulnerable regions such as Africa. It criticizes the inadequate responses… more ›

• Trust and Transparency: Eskom’s Loadshedding Challenge

  Jan 31

  Eskom has announced Stage 3 loadshedding from 17:00 on January 31, 2025, marking a return to blackouts after ten months of stability due to its Generation Recovery Plan. This decision… more ›

• Paul Kagame: A Critical Look at the Man Behind Rwanda’s Mirage

  Jan 31

  Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda, is praised for transforming the nation post-genocide into a model of growth. However, his leadership has authoritarian tendencies, marked by dissident suppression and regional destabilization,… more ›