Johannesburg Metro is under fire for raising the water levy

Chanté Kelder|Published

AfriForum has accused Johannesburg City officials of stifling public input in the budget process as they challenge a startling rise in water levy costs.

The paradox of potential: Africa’s rise stalled by leadership failures

Vuyisile Msila|Published

On this Africa Day, let us remember that while we hold immense potential, progress requires resolute leadership and a commitment to unity—a challenge we must collectively ...

South Africa's energy transition: Moving quickly isn't enough

Professor Roula Inglesi-Lotz and Dr Jessika Bohlmann|Published

As National Energy Month unfolds in South Africa, experts stress the importance of synchronizing speed and community engagement in achieving a successful and equitable ...

Authenticity transforms leadership for women in South Africa's public sector

Pumla Molope|Published

For women leaders in South Africa’s public sector, discovering and embracing this alignment is not just an empowering pursuit; it is a transformational one.

Zero-tariff policy: a potential trade revolution for Africa

Gideon Chitanga|Updated

This zero-tariff policy presents a pivotal opportunity for African countries, enhancing access to one of the world’s most lucrative markets while supporting the ...

As the PSL season wraps, calls for VAR grow louder amid officiating controversies

The Star Reporter|Published

As the PSL wraps up, the call for VAR becomes louder amid controversies surrounding officiating decisions. Can technology restore confidence in South African football? ...

The arrest of Brown Mogotsi: An emblem of South Africa's troubled political landscape

Nyaniso Qwesha|Published

In the wake of Brown Mogotsi's arrest, the phrase “kuzokhala amadoda,” once a mere political cry, now begs for a more profound understanding—one that must reject ...

Reflecting on 30 years of constitutional water rights in South Africa

Ramateu Monyokolo|Published

As South Africa reflects on three decades of constitutional democracy, the progress made in the water sector stands as a beacon of what is possible. Yet, it is also ...

Shattered myth of the new dawn: How Cyril Ramaphosa became a great disappointment

Adri Senekal de Wet|Published

The tragic irony of Ramaphosa’s presidency is that the very state agencies meant to hold power accountable appear to have been repurposed to shield him.

IFP nominates Mlungisi 'the fixer' Mabaso as Johannesburg’s mayoral candidate

Pule Makgale|Updated

The IFP has announced Mlungisi Mabaso as their candidate for Mayor of Johannesburg, launching a bold 10-point plan aimed at reforming the city.

The invisible crisis: understanding why boys are being left behind in child protection systems

Aluta Sneke and C. Anzio Jacobs|Published

As we commemorated the International Day of the Boy Child on 16 May, the writers maintain that boys are often excluded by systems that fail to recognise their vulnerability ...

Calls for parliamentary urgency grow as Ramaphosa opts for Section 89 review

The Star Reporter|Updated

As the Phala Phala saga unfolds, calls for transparency and accountability grow louder, with both citizens and political parties demanding expedient action from ...

The NSFAS crisis: A failure of leadership in South Africa

Prof. Linda du Plessis|Published

As institutions like NSFAS face existential challenges, the paramount question arises: how can leaders ensure access to education is maintained without compromising ...

Gauteng’s financial mismanagement hampers service delivery: R50 billion irregular expenditure

Alan Fuchs|Published

Gauteng's persistent financial mismanagement emerges as a significant barrier to effective service delivery, raising urgent calls for accountability and reform.

South Africa's Phala Phala mess: The haunting theatre of governance

Nyaniso Qwesha|Published

In the wake of the Phala Phala scandal, South Africa grapples not just with political accountability, but with the deeper question of whether its democracy can reclaim ...

Sifiso Mahlangu reflects on his transformative journey as editor of 'The Star'

Published

As Sifiso Gift Mahlangu steps down, he reflects on a journalistic journey that is not just about reporting the news, but about carrying the weight of truth. Read ...

As Palestinians remember the Nakba, challenges persist in the quest for liberation

Mohamed Saeed|Published

As the Nakba anniversary approaches, the resilience of Palestinians remains a testament to their enduring struggle for justice—a struggle that calls for renewed ...

DA calls for President Ramaphosa to place Johannesburg under financial administration

Solly Msimanga|Published

In the face of escalating mismanagement and service delivery failures, the DA urges President Ramaphosa to act decisively in Johannesburg's financial crisis. Will ...

From Nkandla to Phala Phala: A call to uphold constitutional integrity

Anda Mbikwana|Updated

The Phala Phala judgment may become one of the defining constitutional decisions of South Africa’s coalition era. Unlike in 2016, the ANC no longer governs with ...