Opinion
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The state is not failing, it is functioning exactly as designed
For millions of South Africans, the struggle for water, electricity or safety has become routine. The queues for basic services grow longer, while those in power grow richer. It feels…
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Vaping surge amongst teens raises addiction and mental health concerns
Packaged in “fun flavours” and seen as socially acceptable and less harmful than tobacco, vaping is rising at an alarming rate among South African teenagers, putting them at risk of…
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RUBRIEK: Waarheen is hierdie wêreld (óók ons land) op pad?
Dis hartseer om te sien hoedat verskeie lande in die wêreld gebuk gaan onder oorlogvoering. Die hartseerste daarvan is die feit dat onskuldige lewens daaronder moet ly – veral die…
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Opinion | Born free, yet shackled: South Africa’s struggle with corruption, economic dependence, and true freedom
I was born free. At least, that is what the constitution says. Yet, thirty years into democracy, following the Madlanga Commission and Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s explosive testimony, it is clear…
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MENING | Swak konsentrasie? Angstig? Leer om jou selfoon soms neer te sit
Al meer skole verban selfone tydens skoolure, en leerlinge vind weer uit hoe om mekaar in die oë te kyk en te gesels, terwyl konsentrasie verbeter.
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Dead in the water: Why South African ports can’t stay afloat
South Africa’s ports, managed by state-owned Transnet, have become one of the country’s biggest operational headaches. Inefficient, unreliable, and ranked among the world’s worst performers, they do not facilitate trade…
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Shielding corrupt leadership undermines democracy, progress
Citizens deserve more than promises. They deserve functioning water systems, dignified sanitation, safe roads, opportunities for livelihood, and leaders who serve rather than exploit.
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KAMEELDORING | Hulle laat die hart tjilp van vroegoggend tot laat
Die oggendsang van voëls bring vreugde, en hul gedrag leer geduld en volharding. Hulle leer ons ook van saamleef.
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TWYFELHOEKIE | Bly hoop op toekoms ongeag van lewe, dood
Die voortdurende wisseling van lewe en dood is om ons heen. Daarom is klein Annie se geboorte ‘n herinnering van die mooi en die goed en die kosbaar van die…
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Spoil grandma and grandpa
The International Day of Older People is observed on 1 October each year. On 14 December 1990, the United Nations General Assembly designated 1 October as the International Day of…
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