Everyday resilience in South Africa: The untold stories behind the statistics

Armand Bam|Published

South Africa's 2025 paints a stark picture of crime and youth unemployment. Yet amidst the despair, a powerful narrative of resilience emerges from everyday heroes, ...

Why real estate is killing startups - and how founders can fix it

Paul Keursten|Published

In an era of hybrid work and rapid change, rigid office leases are becoming a liability. Workshop17 CEO Paul Keursten explains why startups must rethink real estate ...

State of the nation: social cohesion remains elusive in a divided country

Dr. Clyde N.S. Ramalaine|Published

South Africa stands at a decisive crossroads. The choice before us is not a technical one; it is a moral one. Will we rebuild this nation through shared responsibility ...

2026 workplace trends: AI, skilled generalists and leaner teams

Advaita Naidoo|Published

The rise of AI is accelerating leaner teams, reducing entry-level roles, and increasing demand for specialist-generalists in 2026. Experts predict employees who ...

Poetic Licence: Passports, power and the politics of movement

Rabbie Serumula|Published

From forged visas at OR Tambo to passport trafficking on Mpumalanga roads, and from US threats abroad to ANC knives sharpening at home, this week reveals a country ...

The Hangout: Reflections, resolutions and a little more peace for 2026

Kerry-anne Allerston|Published

As 2025 draws to a close, South Africans reflect on a year of challenges, growth, and fleeting moments. In this festive roundup, artists, comedians, and creatives ...

Green Shoots: Let's rise by our own hands

Ashley Green-Thompson|Published

Amid South Africa’s persistent inequalities, it’s easy to feel powerless - but history shows black communities have always carved out agency, resilience, and progress ...

The art of staying put: Making the most of a December staycation

Sharon Gordon|Published

Not jetting off this December? A staycation can be just as relaxing, fun, and restorative as a holiday abroad. With a little imagination, themed days, mini-adventures, ...

Free SA challenges BELA regulations, demands reforms for community engagement

Opinion|Published

Free SA formally opposes the Department of Basic Education's BELA Regulations, highlighting serious constitutional concerns and advocating for reforms that prioritise ...

Privacy vs defamation: Insights from the NUMSA v B case

Odwa Abraham and Lamiah Casoo|Published

The writers explore the critical legal distinctions between privacy and defamation in South Africa, as illustrated by the recent NUMSA v B case, which reveals the ...

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 ...

Gauteng statutory rape pandemic: Urgent action needed to protect children

Refiole Nt’sekhe|Published

As Gauteng faces an alarming rise in child pregnancies and statutory rape, what actions must be taken to protect our youth?

Happy employees, happy shoppers: The impact of retail worker wellbeing this festive season

Ashwin Rajah|Published

As South Africa's retail sector gears up for the holiday rush, how can organisations ensure their teams thrive under pressure? Discover why prioritising employee ...

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, ...

Jozi's December delights: Your ultimate guide to festive indoor fun

Kerry-anne Allerston|Published

This December, Johannesburg comes alive with a vibrant array of indoor activities! From enchanting ballets to thrilling expos, discover the best events to keep your ...

Why starting over at 35 is a myth and how business education supports career changes

Dr Abner Mthembu|Published

Discover how South Africa’s mid-career professionals are redefining career transitions, leveraging business education to transform their past experiences into strategic ...

South Africa's urgent call for decisive action on tobacco control after COP11

Jeanette Hunter and Lorato Mahura|Published

As COP11 concludes, South Africa stands at a crossroads in tobacco control, ready to lead the charge against commercial interests that threaten public health.

Addressing South Africa's STEM crisis: The decline in mathematics and physical science engagement

Dr Kgomotso Mtshatsheni|Published

South Africa is on the brink of a critical shortage of future scientists, engineers, and technologists due to a worrying decline in student engagement with core ...