“ZANZOU TORTURE” REFLECTS OUR FAILED PUBLIC SAFETY SYSTEM
The “illegal” Zanzou Bar Lounge in Pretoria is under siege after horrific acts of sexual abuse, assault, and torture of patrons were recently captured on several viral videos. In the shocking videos, several young black men can be seen subjected to severe beatings, stabbed, waterboarded and sexually assaulted – amongst other grotesque forms of torture […]
NATIONAL WATER CRISIS POSES A HUGE THREAT TO PUBLIC SAFETY
South Africa is currently facing an imminent water crisis that is quickly rearing its ugly head. For almost two decades, the nation has been contending – not only with incessant power cuts – but also with severe water shortages. According to the latest United Nations (UN) data, the national population in 2025 will reach approximately […]
AFRIKAANS-ONLY WANATU CASTS A DARK CLOUD ON OUR RAINBOW NATION’S SHINE
This past Wednesday, the Tshwane Metro Police Department stated that multiple vehicles had been impounded belonging to the new e-hailing service, Wanatu, after its drivers were found operating their vehicles illegally. The new app, launched at the end of 2024, has generated widespread contempt due to its strict Afrikaans-only policy for all of their employees. Following this, […]
PRESIDENT TRUMP’S BAN SHOWS THAT DEPENDENCY IS AFRICA’S GREATEST DOWNFALL
This past week, USA President Donald Trump left the world dumbfounded after ordering an indefinite halt of the dispersal of HIV/AIDS medications for a whopping 90 days. This has sent a shockwave across global humanitarian and health communities, leaving many concerned about the devastating impact on impoverished nations that are exceedingly reliant on foreign aid. This executive order […]
JOBURG MAYOR MORERO NEEDS ALL HELP IN FIGHT TO RECLAIM HIJACKED BUILDINGS
This past Wednesday, the executive mayor of Johannesburg, Dada Morero, made a magnificent stride towards reclaiming hijacked buildings across the sprawling city. He notably led a major raid in the hijacked buildings of the notorious Hillbrow, the epicentre of criminal activities. Hillbrow is amongst the most infamous hotspots for crime in the Gauteng region, notable […]
GHANA GIVES IMPETUS TO AFRICA’S GIANT LEAP TOWARDS A BRIGHTER FUTURE
The New Year is now in full effect, and Ghana in West Africa has made a ground-breaking declaration that in future, all African passport holders will no longer be required to apply for visa when visiting the country. This grand step, announced by the recently out-of-office former President Nana Akufo-Ado during his final State of […]
IS SA UTILISING TECH EFFECTIVELY?
Prior to our ascent into 2025, the national government assented the South African Post Office Amendment Bill, in a last-ditch effort to reshape the Post Office infrastructure to provide diversified and expanded services. Although we are yet to see the full extent of this revamp by the South African Post Office (SAPO), this new bill has […]
THE UNBEARABLE PRICE WE PAY FOR LAWLESSNESS
As the end of the year draws nearer, and the festive season kicks into full gear, many cities are grappling with an unsettling rise in lawlessness – one that is all too common during this time of the year. From heightened crime to rampant injuries, the festive season can – like the flip of a […]
REFLECTIONS AS WE DRAW TO THE END OF THE YEAR
As the final days of 2024 rapidly approach, the world braces for a whirlwind of reflection, celebration, and anticipation. From the unprecedented inception of the Government of National Unity (GNU), to scooping up six official medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, this year has certainly left an indelible mark on history. As we etch nearer […]
WORLD AIDS DAY: IGNORANCE DOES HAVE CONSEQUENCES
Today, the 1st of December, marks the international commemoration of World AIDS Day(WAD). This day, established by the World Health Organisation (WHO) 37 years ago, aims notonly to raise awareness about the HIV and AIDS, but also aims to demonstrate internationalsolidarity in light of this worldwide peril. The theme for this year’s WAD is: “Take […]
16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM IS CRITICAL FOR SOUTH AFRICA
Tomorrow, Monday the 25th, not only kicks off our annually commemorated 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, but it is also the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. These hits close to home, considering that recent statistics indicate a chilling trend – that nearly 3 murders occur every hour in South […]
SA WELCOMES ARREST WARRANT FOR ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER NETANYAHU
The South African government welcomes the International Criminal Court’s (ICC’s) recent warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant, and Mohammed Deif of Hamas. These actions mark a significant step towards justice for crimes against humanity and war crimes in Palestine. South Africa reaffirms its commitment to international law and urges […]