Tag: africa

• 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 ›

• The Decline of SANDF: A National Security Crisis

  Jan 30

  The South African National Defence Force (SANDF), once a source of national pride, is now facing significant decline, exacerbated by years of underfunding and neglect. Recent events, including the deaths… more ›

• The Expropriation Bill and Its Implications for South Africa’s Land Reform Agenda

  Jan 27

  On January 23, 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa enacted the Expropriation Bill, aiming to address historical land injustices in South Africa. This law allows for state expropriation of land for public… more ›

• Embracing Modernity in Zulu Culture: A Royal Debate

  Dec 7

  The Zulu monarchy, represented by King Misuzulu kaZwelithini, faces a critical juncture between upholding traditional customs and adapting to modern societal changes. Recent discussions arose from the king’s appearance in… more ›

• The Braai Index: Insights into South African Inflation Trends

  Dec 5

  The Braai Index is an informal inflation indicator in South Africa that measures the cost of hosting traditional braai gatherings, reflecting both economic and social dynamics. It includes expenses for… more ›

• Against The Ropes: Balancing Unity, Accountability, and Regaining Lost Ground in the ANC

  Dec 3

  The African National Congress (ANC) faces significant internal challenges following poor electoral performances in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. In response, the National Working Committee (NWC) has summoned the Provincial Executive Committees… more ›

• 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… 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… 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… 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… more ›