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Afrikaners fleeing to the US: Defining 'refugee' one first-class ticket at a time
What does it mean to be a refugee? This article examines the case of Afrikaners relocating to the US and the implications of the UN's definition.
ActionSA condemns Orania and Kleinfontein as symbols of apartheid nostalgia
ActionSA denounced Orania and Kleinfontein as dangerous symbols of racial division, challenging the notion that these towns represent cultural preservation.
Honouring Swami Nischalananda: A legacy of unity and spiritual awakening
As South Africa prepares to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of Swami Nischalananda, his profound impact on the Hindu community and his enduring message of unity, knowledge, and selfless service is highlighted.
Mantashe's Freedom Day address: Rejecting the exploitation of apartheid history
In his Freedom Day address, Acting President Gwede Mantashe warns against the political exploitation of apartheid wounds, urging unity and caution against rekindling racial tensions.
EFF proposes 'apartheid tax' to address wealth inequality instead of VAT increase
Amid rising financial pressures, EFF treasurer-general Omphile Maotwe suggests an 'apartheid tax' as a more equitable alternative to the proposed VAT increase. Will this controversial idea gain traction?
NPA claims original inquest into Albert Luthuli's death was flawed
The National Prosecuting Authority reopens the inquest into Albert Luthuli's death, alleging that the original findings were predetermined and influenced by apartheid-era justice systems
NPA alleges cover-up in chief Albert Luthuli’s death: Apartheid-era plot exposed
The National Prosecuting Authority has presented evidence of an alleged apartheid-era conspiracy to cover up the true circumstances of Nobel Peace Prize winner Chief Albert Luthuli's death in 1967. New medical testimony suggests his injuries were inconsistent with being struck by a train and instead point to a possible assault.
Convicted Mxenge killers seek SAPS funding for legal defense in reopened inquest
Two former apartheid-era police officers convicted of murdering anti-apartheid lawyer Griffiths Mxenge have requested the South African Police Service fund their legal defense in the reopened inquest.
Jeff Radebe: ANC always suspected apartheid regime assassinated Luthuli and Mxenge
ANC KwaZulu-Natal convenor Jeff Radebe reveals the party has always suspected apartheid-era assassinations in the deaths of anti-apartheid icons Chief Albert Luthuli and Griffiths Mxenge.
Powerful South African stories take centre stage this April in Cape Town
Experience the richness of South African theatre with 'Isidlamlilo', a compelling one-woman show about a grandmother confronting her past; 'My Children! My Africa!', which explores the challenges of youth during apartheid; and 'Fiela se Kind', a heartfelt tale of identity and belonging.
NPA reopens inquests into the deaths of Chief Albert Luthuli and Griffiths Mxenge
The NPA announces the reopening of inquests into the deaths of Chief Albert John Mvumbi Luthuli and Mlungisi Griffiths Mxenge, following recommendations from the NDPP.
Donald Trump's refugee offer | Afrikaner couple share their fears of living in South Africa
An Afrikaner couple's viral video pleading for Donald Trump's help due to safety fears in post-apartheid South Africa has sparked intense debate, with many accusing them of alarmism and racism.
The humanist who saved Indians perishing through TB
Today the legacy of Paul Sykes lives on
How Dutch legend Ruud Gullit used 1987 Ballon d'Or award to advocate for Nelson Mandela's freedom
Discover how Ruud Gullit, a football icon, used his fame to advocate for Nelson Mandela during the Apartheid era, intertwining his passion for reggae music with activism.
Clearing the Air | How SA's G20 delegation addressed US concerns about land policies
South African G20 delegation, led by Zane Dangor, met with White House officials to address misconceptions about the Expropriation Act and clarify that South Africa's land policies aren't designed to violate minority rights, but rather to tackle persistent structural inequality.
The enduring legacy of Ahmed Kathrada in South Africa's freedom struggle
Eight years after his passing, we reflect on the life and legacy of Ahmed Kathrada, a pivotal figure in South Africa's anti-apartheid movement and a symbol of selfless sacrifice
Petition to deport Cape Independence's Phil Craig for 'attempting to divide South Africa' gains traction
Phil Craig, leader of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group, faces backlash as a petition to deport him gains nearly 50,000 signatures, accusing him of sowing division within South Africa.
Why historian Pitika Ntuli believes Julius Malema should reconsider singing 'Kill the Boer'
Julius Malema's controversial 'Kill the Boer' chant on Human Rights Day ignites outrage, as historian Pitika Ntuli questions the implications of such provocative lyrics amidst global criticism.
Harmonies of hope: the Pretoria artists who changed the nation's tune
Discover the powerful stories of Pretoria's struggle artists - voices that emerged from the townships to define a nation's fight for freedom and equality.
No regrets: Ebrahim Rasool stands firm despite 'race-baiting' accusations
Ebrahim Rasool, the South African ambassador expelled from the US, returned home to a raucous welcome, vowing to continue his fight against accusations of being a 'race-baiting politician'.
Residents still maintain Sharpeville Massacre death toll higher than official records
Sixty-five years after the Sharpeville Massacre, residents share compelling evidence of uncounted victims while UNESCO's heritage status brings hope for preserving the sanctity of victims' final resting place. Local witnesses and families challenge the official death toll of 69, revealing stories of those who died later from their injuries and unmarked graves that tell a deeper story of that fateful day.
Forcefully removed: William and Joy's journey back to the Promise Land after apartheid
After decades of displacement, William and Joy Francis are on the brink of reclaiming their ancestral home in Kirstenbosch, a journey marked by love, loss, and resilience
Sharpeville Massacre: residents still claim higher death toll than official records
Sixty-five years after the Sharpeville Massacre, residents share compelling evidence of uncounted victims while UNESCO's heritage status brings hope for preserving the sanctity of victims' final resting place. Local witnesses and families challenge the official death toll of 69, revealing stories of those who died later from their injuries and unmarked graves that tell a deeper story of that fateful day.
Racial quotas in South Africa: A path to equity or a source of division?
The recent pronouncements by Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie that coloureds, whites and Indians would be given preference for jobs in his department has again reignited a 30-year-old debate on the use of racial quotas in employment.