Venezuela reveals what Trump covets most

The Washington Post|Published

Of all the ways to understand President Donald Trump’s belligerence toward Venezuela - as a campaign against “narcoterrorists,” a play for its oil reserves, a desire ...

Mark Kelly is using political judo on Hegseth

Bloomberg|Published

For the past two weeks, Kelly has been popping up on podcasts and cable news networks to capitalize on what has become yet another self-inflicted political wound ...

The World Cup draw, always ridiculous, outdid itself with Trump

The Washington Post|Published

The World Cup draw, which ostensibly exists solely to announce the schedule of matches but historically has been a way for the host country to show off at maximum ...

South Africa's water crisis: a lived reality demanding urgent reforms

Anja du Plessis|Published

In a nation where clean water is becoming a distant dream for many, urgent reforms are essential to salvage a struggling system. AGSA's chilling report provides ...

Beyond the stage: Free speech, public venues and the price of division

Letter to the Editor|Published

The peaceful sit-in at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign and Mothers4Gaza, transcends a mere protest against ...

From Stethoscopes to Smartphones – preventative health care in the palm of your hands

Staff Reporter|Published

Artificial intelligence and digital imaging have enabled the extraction of meaningful health data from a simple smartphone camera. These tools can now analyse facial ...

South Africa’s mining industry to enhance safety standards with new transport code of practice

Louise Woodburn|Published

In the highly dynamic environment of mining, the updated Road and Rail Safety Code of Practice is set to redefine standards of safety and accountability. As South ...

Green Shoots: Transcending the limits of narrow, exclusive identities

Ashley Green-Thompson|Published

In this reflective column, the author explores the complexities of identity in post-apartheid South Africa. Using the recent Bafana Bafana team selection as a springboard, ...

The Epstein-Israel link nobody wants you to take seriously

Rachel Marsden|Published

While trafficking young girls, he was also part of an effort to export military-grade systems to governments around the world

The G20 Dilemma: South Africa, Trump, and the Future of Multilateralism

Dr. Clyde N.S. Ramalaine|Published

South Africa's exclusion from the 2026 G20 Summit is no longer about upstaging Donald Trump. It is about the future of the G20, the role of host nations, and the ...

The colonial legacy of George: uncovering the history of enslaved Africans

Ras Hein Scheepers|Published

Explore the rich yet painful history of George, a district shaped by colonial exploitation and the lives of enslaved Africans. Discover how the inaugural Emancipation ...

Lipstick, laughter and a R65-billion budget: Imogen Mashazi is everything that is wrong with public service in South Africa ...

Lee Rondganger|Published

Former Ekurhuleni city manager Imogen Mashazi’s appearance at the Madlanga Commission exposed the deeper failures of South Africa’s public service. Her distracted ...

South Africa needs year-round alcohol testing to ensure safer roads

Rhys Evans|Published

South Africa’s festive season measures are a stopgap in the fight against drunk driving. Discover how a community-driven approach to year-round alcohol testing can ...

National crisis in crime stats

Zoubair Ayoob|Published

The release of crime statistics paints a familiar and devastating picture: a nation besieged by violence. While marginal declines are noted in some areas, the sheer ...

Green Shoots: A world in tantrum mode proves dialogue outlasts dogma

Ashley Green-Thompson|Published

A reflection on global politics, donor influence and ethical engagement, highlighting the need for inclusive dialogue, critical thinking, and justice in addressing ...

Despite the US boycott, the G20 was a triumph for SA

Hugh Hacking|Published

The recent G20 summit in Johannesburg, which included a final declaration, transcended the anticipated geopolitical storms. Despite the highly publicised boycott ...

Johannesburg G20 summit highlights rift between South Africa and US

Frederick Mitchell|Published

As the world watches, South Africa grapples with its relationship with the US post-G20 summit, balancing aspirations for global trade against rising geopolitical ...

Dimming the sun is a terrifying new industry

Bloomberg|Published

In a recent poll of climate researchers, two-thirds said they thought there’d be an attempt to deploy large-scale solar radiation modification (SRM) by 2100.

Watch VideoChinese astronauts make emergency return as space logistics grow increasingly complex

Washington Post|Published

As the complexities of space travel increase, a recent incident involving Chinese astronauts stranded for an unexpected period sheds light on the growing challenges ...