Tag: democracy

• The Law as Refuge: Ramaphosa’s Dance Around Accountability

  Jul 25

  President Ramaphosa has turned constitutionalism into choreography. He moves only when cornered, remembers his rights only when threatened, and treats the law as refuge rather than mirror. The Western Cape… more ›

• Leadership, Law and the Cost of Recklessness

  Apr 16

  The facts are simple and damning. This was not a political act or a contested idea but the unlawful handling and firing of a weapon in a crowded public space.… more ›

• When Local Government Lets Us Down: Reflections on South Africa’s Most Complained-About Municipalities 

  Sep 23

  South Africa’s democratic service delivery relies on a social contract where citizens pay for essential services from municipalities. However, a recent SAHRC report indicates a deeper crisis revealing over 2,300… more ›

• The ANC’s Hollow Renewal: A Party Still Running from Accountability

  Mar 6

  The African National Congress (ANC) claims to prioritize renewal, yet its actions during the Phala Phala scandal reveal a persistent culture of impunity. The party’s refusal to release the classified… more ›

• The Importance of Political Image in a Poor Country Like South Africa

  May 13

  By Nco Dube   In many developing nations, the image and behaviour of politicians is a critical issue. Voters often feel a disconnect between the lavish lifestyles of their elected… more ›