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BANTU MNIKI: SACP’s contradictory stance both preposterous and painful
SACP’s attempt to distance itself from the ANC while claiming to act in its interests is a hypocritical and contradictory strategy
The global community must hold Trump accountable
The actions of the US have again exposed the impotence of the UN in the face of violations committed by permanent members of its Security Council.
Positive green shoots emerge as tumultuous year draws to a close
The year 2025 has been a truly momentous year in the life of our nation. The events have not only been high impact but they have been coming hot and heavy, almost like the rapid fire of the infamous AK-47.
US boycott of G20 backfires, elevating SA’s global standing
The writer reflects on the impact of the US's boycott of the G20 meeting that was held in South Africa.
Chief justice must act decisively to restore confidence in judiciary
SA’s judiciary has been held in high regard for much of our democratic era. Compared to the other two arms of government, the judiciary has on many occasions been the last line of defence.
Trump boycott irrational in light of G20 priorities championed by SA
Bantu Mniki's column discussing SA's opportunity to gain standing as a global power by hosting the G20 summit.
Stark inequality in SA a major threat
“If governments enter the next pandemic already trapped in debt and austerity, you have lost before the virus arrives. “The most dangerous co-morbidity is inequality. It shapes who gets infected, who gets treated, who recovers and whose economy survives.”
South Africa capable of speedy reform when there is political will
“Exiting in less than three years — ahead of the global median — highlights SA’s ability to drive reform when needed, and its determination to move beyond the legacy of state capture that weakened institutions of law enforcement and prosecution."
