Legalising killing of prisoners: A turning point in Israel’s detention system

Ambassador Hanan Jarrar|Published

A new Israeli law permitting the execution of Palestinian detainees has sparked concern over human rights, due process, and the broader implications of a detention ...

Why outdoor education matters: Building tomorrow's leaders through nature

Saturday Star Reporter|Published

Structured challenges in nature foster teamwork, independence, and leadership, showing that the best lessons often happen outside the classroom.

The fragile ego: Navigating masculine insecurity in 2026

Sharon Gordon|Published

A look at how modern men are navigating insecurity, shifting power dynamics, and the rise of confident, successful women.

Loss, how do we even deal with it? It’s a pretty bizarre thing, this whole life situation.

Kerry-anne Allerston|Published

A deeply personal reflection on loss, grief, and love, as the author remembers a beloved aunt and explores how we cope with the inevitable pain of losing those we ...

Poetic Licence: Africa is no longer waiting

Rabbie Serumula|Published

A moment at the United Nations marks a quiet shift toward reparative justice for the transatlantic slave trade. This resolution, though not full justice, signals ...

Give to gain: The evolving role of women in leadership

Katie Mohamed|Published

International Women’s Day is a time to reflect on how far women have come and the work still ahead, highlighting the importance of mentorship, collaboration, and ...

Safeguarding human rights in a high-stakes gambling industry

Sibongile Simelane-Quntana|Published

Calls intensify for regulators and operators to close loopholes and ensure gambling does not erode dignity, health and financial security.

Gullible Trump is Netanyahu’s ‘manna from heaven’

Abbey Makoe|Published

Discover how the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran is reshaping the geopolitical landscape for Gulf Arab States and the implications for regional stability.

Breaking the silence: Sex, disability and the right to pleasure

Sharon Gordon|Published

A new sexual wellness workshop for Deaf women highlights the importance of inclusive sexual education. The session challenges myths about asexuality, explores practical ...

Temporary army band-aid won’t fix Gauteng’s long-term crime challenges

Michael Sun|Published

While the army’s presence in Johannesburg has boosted visibility and enforcement, critics warn it is only a temporary fix that fails to address long-term policing ...

Poetic Licence: We already measure inequality in pit toilets, now in electricity?

Rabbie Serumula|Published

As schools in Gauteng are cut off from electricity over unpaid bills, this column examines how systemic failures are deepening inequality in basic services like ...

Green Shoots: Impunity and the refusal to forget

Ashley Green-Thompson|Published

A reflection on accountability and memory, drawing parallels between Ireland’s past and South Africa’s unfinished reckoning with apartheid-era crimes, and the enduring ...

Final whistle, final truth: Why Senegal’s AFCON glory must stand

Nhlanhla Kubeka|Published

Senegal’s AFCON triumph is being rewritten off the pitch, and fans across Africa are demanding answers.

Click smart this Easter: don’t let travel bookings cost you your identity

Mishka Singh and Shireen Eraman|Published

As travellers brace for an exciting holiday season, experts warn of the rising threat of online scams

Easter road trips are coming – Can we finally make pedestrians visible?

Peggie Mars|Published

As South Africa gears up for the Easter long weekends, nearly half of all road fatalities are pedestrians, many of them children. Traditional road safety measures ...

Graduation isn’t the finish line – it’s your launchpad

Pamela Zama Nomzaza|Published

Walking across the graduation stage is a visible milestone, but it’s only the beginning. Academic Pamela Zama Nomzaza explores how deliberate, intentional action ...

The quiet power of social work in shaping future women leaders

Managa Pillay|Published

On World Social Work Day, Managa Pillay, Head of Student Affairs at the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls, reflects on the vital role of social workers ...

When the manosphere tells them 'helping is weak': Why boys are disengaging

Volunteer Now|Published

Only one male volunteer showed up at a weekend community day, underscoring the story’s question: Where are the boys?