GNU's Budget 3. 0: A Call to Serve the Nation Beyond Partisan Politics
It is incumbent upon all members of the government, regardless of party affiliation, to prioritise the stability and prosperity of South Africa above political differences, says the writer.
WTO Dialogue: Progress Lies in Collaboration, Not Isolation
The WTO's relevance depends on the collective commitment of its members to uphold its principles. China's proactive engagement in WTO reforms, coupled with its advocacy for a more balanced and equitable system, sets a constructive example for other nations, says the writer.
BRICS+ Series: Lithium Powerhouse Bolivia in BRICS
Bolivia having been welcomed as a partner nation within the BRICS economic alliance, marks a major milestone in its foreign policy. President Luis Arce emphasises the strategic significance of the country’s integration into the bloc.
Peaceful Protest Against Israel’s Genocide Met with Police Repression
Five activists were arrested during a peaceful protest against Israeli apartheid at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, sparking outrage and calls for justice amid allegations of police brutality.
The Centenary of Afrikaans as an Official Language: From Beacon to Bludgeon
Carl Niehaus slams Afrikaans at 100, calling it a fallen language of exclusion—not celebration—and urges a radical reclaiming of its lost dignity.
Peacekeeping as Multilateralism: An African Perspective for Berlin
In a world defined by geopolitical tensions and facing heightened competition among various states, the Berlin Conference offers an opportunity to rally the broadest possible support for one of the most tested and enduring tools of multilateralism, says the writer.
Challenging landscape awaits new AfDB leadership
The new president of the AfDB will have to find ways of revitalising and reinvigorating the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) project, which seems to be losing steam almost five years after its launch, says the writer.
A storm with catastrophic consequences brewing
The mutual weaponisation of conflict makes de-escalation difficult. When political survival becomes tied to nationalistic posturing, the space for diplomacy shrinks, says the writer.
MKP's recent wins raises temperature in battleground KZN
As the 2026 LGE approached, the excitement has been revived. The parties that were beaten by the MKP are planning to regain their lost ground. Meanwhile, the MKP is determined to prove that the success recorded in 2024 was not a flash in the pan, says the writer.