How belief, not money, powered Zohran Mamdani's campaign

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Mamdani campaign became a movement powered not by money but by belief.

When the DA acts like opposition in a government they’re part of

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

The DA’s behaviour lately feels less like governance and more like political theatre, a performance for their base, rather than a commitment to collective leadership. ...

What the G20 really means for young South Africans

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

G20 gives Africa, a continent with the youngest population on Earth, a voice in conversations about global finance, trade, and development. But the key question ...

Why does service delivery only matter during global events?

Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

When the dignitaries leave and the cameras are turned off, communities often return to the same conditions as before — broken systems, unfulfilled promises, and ...

South African schools must recognise non-European cultural forms of expressions

Devi Rajab|Published

In a world where cultural treasures often remain hidden, South African schools must embrace non-European art forms like Bharatanatyam, which reflect the rich tapestry ...

Guided by the Global Governance Initiative: Jointly Shaping a Just and Equitable International Order

Ambassador Jiang Feng|Published

The Global Governance Initiative is set to reshape international relations as the G20 Summit approaches in Johannesburg, writes Ambassador Jiang Feng.

Schools can be the first stop for mental health support for young people

Bronwyne Coetzee|Published

On World Mental Health Day, October 10, we must confront the urgent need for effective mental health support for children and young people in South Africa, exploring ...

The Thread That Binds Past, Present, and Future

Dr Iqbal Survé|Published

Heritage is the thread that binds our past, present, and future, shaping our identity and purpose. Dr Iqbal Survé explores how embracing our heritage can empower ...

Prime Minister Modi unveils next-generation GST reforms

Ruby Jaspreet|Published

The lowering of taxes will directly benefit the common man, farmers, MSMEs, women, youth, and middle-class families, while strengthening India’s long-term growth. ...

Palestine's Murdered Children: 18,000 Names We Must Never Forget

IOL|Published

IOL and Independent Media pay tribute to the 18,000 Palestinian children murdered by Israel since October 7, 2023.

Seventy years of standing up and standing tall: Black Sash turns 70

Oliver Meth|Published

Seventy years ago, a group of courageous women ignited a movement that challenged apartheid in South Africa. Discover how the Black Sash continues to fight for justice ...

Honouring Durban’s legacy in the Workers' Rights Revolution

Nkosenhle Madlala|Published

On this May Day, we honour the enduring legacy of South African workers, whose fight for justice and dignity resonates through the KwaMuhle Museum, a testament to ...

China reaffirms commitment to Global South

Li Zhigang|Published

A press conference was held during which Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi answered questions from Chinese ...

Letter to the editor: Let us protect and restore our wetlands

Philani Makhanya|Published

This year, the World Wetlands Day was celebrated under the theme Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future highlighting the importance of wetlands for humanity and ...

A secure digital landscape is crucial for SA’s growth

Kuben Chetty|Published

South Africans have witnessed first-hand the consequences of state overreach in surveillance during our own turbulent past.

The year to act against the killing of women and children

Opinion|Published

‘The killing of women and children is not normal and should not be normalised’

The political year ahead in South Africa: navigating change and challenges

Opinion|Published

The recent elections have ushered in a new era characterised by coalition politics, heightened public expectations, and significant challenges that the Government ...

Remembering Yusuf Bhamjee’s immense contribution to South Africa

Opinion|Published

ANC stalwart, anti-apartheid activist and former mayor of uMgungundlovu District Yusuf Bhamjee has been remembered for his contribution in the advancement of the ...

Editorial: 2025 -A year of hope

Opinion|Published

This year has been marked by persistent challenges: rampant crime, staggering unemployment, and the ever-widening chasm of poverty that grips so many of our communities. ...