POROUS BORDERS ARE OUR COUNTRY’S CARDINAL SIN
In what can only be described as a perfect storm of political and social upheaval, explosive events keep on unfolding nationwide. Amongst them is the commencement of the formal inquiry into the conduct of Limpopo Premier Phophi Ramathuba, by the Health Professions Council of SA (HPCSA). This investigation stems from a trending video of the […]
THE GOVERNMENT CONDEMNS THE SPREADING OF DISINFORMATION ABOUT SA’S ICJ CASE AGAINST ISRAEL
The Government of South Africa condemns the spreading of disinformation concerning itscase before the International Court of Justice (ICJ). These charges brought forth on this ongoing case (South Africa vs. Israel) are on the application of the convention on the prevention and punishment of the crime of genocide in the Gaza Strip. Efforts to misinform […]
GOVERNMENT’S INEPTITUDE AMID FOOD POISONING IS ALSO KILLING US
During the recent months of September and October, the nation has been contending with a chilling trend of the deaths of children from food poisoning. Seventy-four high school pupils in the West Rand in Gauteng were admitted to hospital after a suspected food poisoning outbreak. Shortly prior to this, a handful of children were announced dead […]
HEALTH IS A CRUCIAL PILLAR FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
In South Africa, the month of October specially spotlights the issue of health. October commemorates a number of health awareness days, including National Nutrition Week, National Stroke Week, World Mental Health Day, and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Health is not merely a personal concern – it is a central aspect of national development, social […]
ERADICATING POVERTY FROM EVERY ANGLE MUST BE OUR MISSION
This past Thursday, the 17th of September, marked the 32nd annual International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. This day, also known as Poverty Day and instituted by the United National General Assembly (UNGA), is not only aimed at promoting vital discourses around the rampant issue of poverty, but also highlighting the frequently ignored aspects […]
MULTILINGUALISM IN EDUCATION IS OUR STRENGTH
Gender activist and author Rita Mae Brown once exquisitely said: “Language is the road map of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going.” The conversation around language has been a deeply contested one, since President Cyril Ramaphosa signed into law the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Bill, […]
CHRIS BROWN CONCERT IS STARK PROOF THAT THE SYSTEM PERPETUATES GBVF
This past week, there was seething contestation over the announcement of the December 2024 concert starring controversial international RnB star Chris Brown. This widespread outrage came about due to Brown’s history of violence against women, including his 2009 arrest for violently assaulting former girlfriend and fellow musician Rihanna. Since then, Brown has faced multiple assault […]
WORLD HEART DAY: THE VALUE OF OUR HEALTH
Today, the 29th of September, marks the annually celebrated international World Heart Day (WHD). This day is not only about raising awareness, but also spreading knowledge about the grave impact of Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) in our society. In South Africa, approximately 1 in 6 deaths (17.3%) are a result of CVD. The Heart and Stroke […]
SENDING STUDENTS FORTH TO A BRIGHTER FUTURE IN CHINA A GREAT IDEA
This past Tuesday, the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Nobuhle Nkabane, announced that the government plans to send over 100 schoolchildren to China for a skills progression initiative. The initiative, as outlined by the minister, is aimed at equipping students with “scarce and critical skills of the future” within the technology sector, ultimately bolstering […]
TEACHERS PLAY CRUCIAL ROLE IN THE SHAPING OF OUR FUTURES
The world’s youngest Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Malala Yousafzi, once earnestly affirmed a simple truth: “One book, one pen, one child, and one teacher can change the world.” This remark is echoed across the globe this month of September, as we celebrate Literacy Month. This quote is a particularly chilling truth, as closer to home, […]
“We Owe Our Children” A Life Free of Violence & Fear
The Oval North High School in Beacon Valley, Mitchells Plain, in Cape Town, recently sent out an alarming warning to parents, following the attempted abduction of two of its pupils. The incident is intensified by reported attempted abductions at surrounding schools, targeting learners of all ages. Missing Children South Africa says that over 1300 cases […]