MSF worker killed in DRC conflict

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Doctors Without Borders mourns the loss of Jerry Muhindo Kavali, who was killed amid escalating violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting the urgent ...

Government must prevent a repeat of Sassa failures

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

South African history is replete with examples of Sassa beneficiaries being at the receiving end of either state incompetence or sheer ignorance.

OPINION: Expropriation Act was DA’s last straw

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

With ease the ANC had its way with the Basic Education Laws Amendment or Bela, thwarted a DA minister’s attempt to withdraw the SABC Bill in Parliament and recently ...

How SA will mend fractured diplomatic ties

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa announced he will send a delegation of government and other leaders to various capitals on the continent and across the world.

Stay out of our business, Mr Trump

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Trump had perfected his ‘fake news’ diversion strategy, until recently when he fell for the trap of fake news.

SA counts more losses in DRC war

Siyavuya Mzantsi and Reuters|Published

M23 rebels launched a mortar bomb in the direction of Goma Airport which landed in the SANDF base, killing three members.

Killing of SA soldiers sparks fury

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

U. N. Security Council members were locked in a meeting to discuss the crisis after the reported killings.

Expropriation law divides GNU partners

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

President Cyril Ramaphosa's signing of the Expropriation Bill into law has intensified political tensions, with opposition parties preparing legal challenges.

Without action, by-law won’t protect children

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

The draft by-law aims to ensure background checks are done on spaza shop owners, including citizenship status, and business licences cancelled in cases where they ...

NPA decision on Phala Phala no surprise

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

That report, which remains unchallenged, was the first among many that were to be released after former State Security Agency head Arthur Fraser lodged a criminal ...

A call for community healing, justice

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

It’s unimaginable that so many people, mostly belonging to one family could be killed in such a callous manner.

Labour Department’s compliance drive welcome

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Compliance with the country’s labour laws is important not only for the workers but also benefits the economy as well as creating a stable labour environment.

Recognise the value of artists

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

The sooner we, as a country, recognise that this is not a government problem alone, the better. ...

Secrecy could cripple NPA’s ID

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

It’s not enough for NPA boss Shamila Batohi to blame another government department, the State Security Agency for apparently delaying their vetting.

SA’s GNU is on thin ice

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

The ANC has used its dominance to continue with its programme of action, while the DA has been a moaner, boxed into submission whenever there are areas of disagreement. ...

Traditional leaders deserve our respect

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

As controversial as the king is, his people respect his authority and often turn to him when confronted with challenges.

State turned its back on Struggle hero

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

As we reported, her political history is a whisper in the background despite her resilience during these years, and indeed her story should be echoing through the ...

See ActionSA, DA for who they really are

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

How did we get to this point, especially with Mashaba’s firm objective to remove ‘the corrupt’ ANC from public office?

Act while the youth is still patient

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Whether it’s through voting or holding the government accountable, young people must be at the centre of the change South Africa needs.

Minister Gwarube faces her first test

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

If one looks at recent history, especially in the Western Cape, the DA sugar-coats this problem.

Concourt now in Maya’s capable hands

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

The support of her colleagues within and outside of the Constitutional Court will go a long way in dismantling some of the barriers that may hinder her vision for ...

Without action SACP’s words remain hollow

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

Unless the SACP follows its word with action, it will continue being irrelevant in the alliance.

Editorial: GNU is no excuse to burden taxpayer

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

By blaming the very same people who sought to punish the ANC for its shortcomings, the Presidency displays a concerning attitude that effectively shows the middle-finger ...

Hlophe has a right to a seat on the JSC

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

His participation in the JSC should in fact be seen as a welcome change, for Parliament has been represented by MPs with no experience, let alone being qualified ...

Editorial: Pandor a leader to emulate

Siyavuya Mzantsi|Published

At all times she served South Africa with humility. No corruption scandals, just exemplary leadership.

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