Tag: south africa

• The Tyranny of Party Loyalty: How South African Politics is Held Hostage

  Jul 10

  The article discusses a detrimental trend in South African democracy characterized by excessive political party loyalty and intra-party factionalism. Author Nco Dube argues that this blind allegiance undermines independent thought,… more ›

• How the ANC Can Turn Lt-Gen Mkhwanazi’s Explosive Allegations into a Turning Point for South African Democracy

  Jul 7

  South Africa is currently facing a critical crisis following allegations by KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Police Commissioner Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, who claims a politically motivated campaign aims to undermine the effective Political… more ›

• Presidential Prerogative To Hire And Fire Under Scrutiny Yet Again

  Jun 26

  By Nco Dube | 26 June 2025 The recent decision by President Cyril Ramaphosa to relieve DA Deputy Minister Andrew Whitfield of his duties has sparked a flurry of speculation… more ›

• Reclaiming the True Meaning of South Africa’s Public Holidays

  Jun 23

  South Africa’s public holidays reflect the nation’s complex history and reconciliation efforts since 1994. While many holidays have been renamed to foster unity, this has, in some instances, diluted their… more ›

• Is Hereditary Leadership Still Relevant in Modern South Africa? Tradition, Law, and the Shadow of Political Interference

  Jun 3

  The relevance of hereditary leadership in South Africa’s democracy is debated, particularly amid ongoing succession disputes among traditional kingdoms. Key issues arise from the Traditional and Khoi-San Leadership Act (TKLA),… more ›

• The White Genocide Lie: A Weapon of Apartheid Nostalgia and Racist Deflection

  May 23

  South Africa is grappling with the harmful “white genocide” myth, which distorts realities for political gain, primarily by white South Africans unwilling to relinquish their apartheid-era privileges. This narrative falsely… more ›

• Apartheid Amnesia in the Oval Office: Insulting the Black Majority and Trivialising History

  May 22

  The White House meeting featuring South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, alongside golf stars Ernie Els and Retief Goosen, has sparked outrage among South Africans due to its perceived insensitivity regarding… more ›

• Jacob Zuma and the MK Party: A Critical Analysis of Leadership, Legacy, and The Future

  Mar 31

  President Jacob Zuma remains a contentious figure in South African politics. His complex legacy includes skilled political maneuvering and significant governance failures, marked by corruption allegations during his presidency (2009–2018).… more ›

• The Contested Legacy of Inkatha: Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi and the IFP’s Fifty-Year Journey Through South Africa’s Turbulent History

  Mar 24

  The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP), founded by Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi in 1975, embodies a complex narrative in South Africa’s liberation struggle. Originating from the apartheid Bantustan system, it sought to… more ›

• Trumping The Bully: A Strategic Path For South Africa

  Mar 15

  The re-election of Donald Trump as US president has triggered significant diplomatic tensions with South Africa, fueled by his aggressive rhetoric and claims of “white genocide.” Alongside Elon Musk, Trump… more ›