Nco Dube

The Social Commentator

The Challenge of Political Alliances: The Grand GNU White Lie

Jun 15

In the context of the 2024 South African election, the distinction between a coalition government and a government of national unity is highlighted. The ANC’s proposal for a GNU has received mixed reactions, with some viewing it as a disguised… more ›
Empowering South African Youth: Social Media as a Catalyst for Progress

Jun 7

By Nco Dube Youth Month in South Africa is a significant commemoration of the sacrifices made by young people in the fight against apartheid. Especially those that died brutally at the hands of the apartheid police in Soweto on 16… more ›
South Africa’s 2024 General Elections: Coalition of the Left and Its Implications

Jun 5

South Africa’s 2024 General Elections: Coalition of the Left and Its Implications By Nco Dube The 2024 general elections in South Africa have set the country on a new and untested trajectory of coalition politics, with the African National Congress… more ›
Shadow Coalition: How Capital Shapes the Fate of South Africa’s Democracy

Jun 4

The 2024 South African general election brought a major shift as the ruling African National Congress (ANC) lost its majority, sparking the potential for coalition politics. Big business favors an ANC-Democratic Alliance (DA) coalition to maintain economic policies, but this… more ›
A Quick Guide for the Undecided Voter

May 28

By Nco Dube ANC – Led your rescue from Apartheid. Forgot to claim the family home when they rescued you. Like an abusive spouse asking for another chance. Lots of shared history. Has looked after you a bit but also… more ›
Proliferation of Fake News During Elections

May 27

By Nco Dube The rise of social media has revolutionised the way information is shared and consumed, but it has also enabled the rapid spread of fake news. During election seasons, the proliferation of misinformation and disinformation poses a grave… more ›
Crony Capitalism and the Abuse of Black Economic Empowerment in South Africa

May 26

By Nco Dube Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) was introduced in post-apartheid South Africa as a policy to redress the economic imbalances created by decades of racial discrimination. The intention was to facilitate and fast-track the meaningful participation of black South… more ›
The DA’s Race-blind Policies Are A Ruse To Protect White Privilege

May 26

By Nco Dube The Democratic Alliance (DA) champions neo-liberal, race-blind policies, which are detrimental to the country’s slow and faltering (thank you ANC) efforts to address the deep-seated social and economic inequalities rooted in the country’s history of colonialism, apartheid,… more ›
The Dearth of Leadership and Governance In South Africa

May 24

By Nco Dube The dearth of leadership and governance in South Africa and its impact on critical government services, state-owned entities, and trust in government has reached critical levels. Below we attempt to dive into the complexities of these issues… more ›
Comparative Analysis of Political Parties’ Use of Social Media in South Africa for the 2024 National Elections

May 17

By Nco Dube In the lead-up to the May 29th, 2024, national elections in South Africa, political parties have increasingly turned to social media as a crucial campaign tool and information channel to reach and engage voters. This shift reflects… more ›