Now that the dust has settled on the sexual harassment case filed by High Court secretary Andiswa Mengo against Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge, I feel it is important to share my thoughts on the matter. This case highlights a crucial conversation about gender relations in South Africa, illuminating the complexities surrounding power dynamics,… Continue reading A Call for Cultural Change and Accountability in South Africa
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TUT Alumnus and Struggle Veteran Dr TT Cholo’s Isithwalandwe/Seaparankwe Award a Worthy Honour
South Africa enters the second transition against the backdrop of 30 years of democracy celebrations. We are reminded that the country’s freedom was not free and that people such as Dr Tlou Theophilus “Ranka” Cholo put their lives on the line against an oppressive regime. Rightfully, the freedom stalwart and former labour activist was honoured… Continue reading TUT Alumnus and Struggle Veteran Dr TT Cholo’s Isithwalandwe/Seaparankwe Award a Worthy Honour
Participation in Spring Festival Activities Gives Insights into the Richness of Chinese Culture
The Spring Festival is the largest and most important festival in China and among Chinese communities worldwide. Having experienced the festival for six years in China, I have developed a deep appreciation for its cultural, social, and economic significance. This celebration embodies essential themes such as family reunion, wishing for good fortune and well-being, social… Continue reading Participation in Spring Festival Activities Gives Insights into the Richness of Chinese Culture
The Ongoing Conflict in Eastern DRC: A Call for Ceasefire and Unity Among African Leaders
The Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been plagued by conflict for decades, leading to immense human suffering and widespread instability in the region. The situation has only worsened in recent years, with militia groups and external forces continuing to vie for control over the region’s wealth of natural resources. The DRC’s North… Continue reading The Ongoing Conflict in Eastern DRC: A Call for Ceasefire and Unity Among African Leaders
Authoritarian Leadership Style and Culture at Universities: A Critical Examination
In recent years, universities have come under scrutiny for adopting an authoritarian leadership style and culture characterised by hierarchy, command-and-control decision-making, and rigid adherence to authority. This leadership, inspired by authoritarian efficiency, poses significant challenges when applied to academic institutions. Universities, as hubs of knowledge and creativity, require leadership styles that align with their unique… Continue reading Authoritarian Leadership Style and Culture at Universities: A Critical Examination
USA’s Long History of Supporting Apartheid to Preserve White Economic Dominance: Trump’s Actions on South Africa Are No Surprise
Donald Trump’s Executive Order (EO) on ‘Addressing Egregious Actions of the Republic of South Africa’ (07/02/2025) is not a new development but a continuation of racist United States policies implanted on South Africa dating back decades. America is and has remained the godfather of oppression of Africans, Indigenous People and others within its borders, and… Continue reading USA’s Long History of Supporting Apartheid to Preserve White Economic Dominance: Trump’s Actions on South Africa Are No Surprise
Oppressed African Peoples No Longer Want Western Domination, Pan-Africanist Says
In 2022, the French military was forced to leave Mali, and in 2023 it also withdrew from Burkina Faso and Niger at the request of the countries’ authorities. In November 2024, Chad ended its defense cooperation agreement with France, which pulled out its troops last week. This week, Paris reportedly began withdrawing its forces from… Continue reading Oppressed African Peoples No Longer Want Western Domination, Pan-Africanist Says
Sunken Stories of the Not-So-Dark Continent: Unearthing South Africa’s Hidden Histories
The rugged coastlines of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape conceal secrets beneath the waves secrets that challenge longstanding narratives about South Africa’s past. Among these are persistent myths: that white settlement began in 1652, that Africans had little engagement with the outside world before colonial conquest and that the Atlantic slave trade was the most… Continue reading Sunken Stories of the Not-So-Dark Continent: Unearthing South Africa’s Hidden Histories
China and Africa Need to Further Align Development Strategies to Realise the Immense Potential of Economic Cooperation
Humming factories, bustling ports, and shuttling merchants highlight the vibrancy of China-Africa economic and trade cooperation. Over the years, this partnership has grown significantly, optimising trade structures and fostering mutual development. This deepening collaboration is evident in China’s role as Africa’s largest bilateral trading partner for 15 consecutive years. During the first seven months of… Continue reading China and Africa Need to Further Align Development Strategies to Realise the Immense Potential of Economic Cooperation
Challenges to Africa’s Security Persist, But Long-Term Outlook Remains Positive
The world in 2024 was far from peaceful. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has persisted for over 1,000 days. Meanwhile, a new wave of violence in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, ongoing for more than a year, spilled over into Lebanon, Iran, and even Syria. Africa also faced new challenges to peace and security over the… Continue reading Challenges to Africa’s Security Persist, But Long-Term Outlook Remains Positive