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Opinion: Why witness testimony in South Africa’s inquiries often comes in fragments
Witness hesitation in South African inquiries reflects risk, pressure and incomplete protection, revealing why truth often emerges in fragments.
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The youth can lead us out of the darkness
On the precipice of the Vietnam war, famous folk singer Bob Dylan once sung: “Well you better start swimming or you’ll sink like a stone cause the times they are-a-changin”.…
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Daydream and doodle a colourful real world
A decade ago, which seemingly feels like a lifetime ago, I can recall an indescribable sense of wonder and curiosity I had as a child. The simple sensation of allowing…
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Opinion | Hope, hardship and the gap between economic promises and daily reality
An opinion reflecting on SONA 2026, highlighting the gap between economic optimism, service delivery struggles, crime concerns, and everyday realities.
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To age with grace through seasons of change
Journalist shares moving reflection on interview with 100-year-old Fairways resident whose optimism and wisdom inspire gratitude for life.
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Holding onto hope after ‘holiday hangovers’
Keanan Harmse, People’s Post reporter. Post-holiday reflection on January transitions from festive family time to work routines, balancing new year goals with gratitude for memories.
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Cape Town’s boom comes with a blueprint for infrastructure
The dynamics of the Cape Town property boom amidst concerns about traffic congestion and infrastructure capacity, explained.
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Human interaction is precious and important
Don’t outrun your humanity in the rush to keep pace with technology Looking back on 2025, it feels as if we’ve survived a monstrous mountain climb and can finally gaze…
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I am trying to be gentler with myself…
We all want to belong. From the moment we take our first steps into school, society teaches us that our worth is tied to achievement, to being someone, doing something,…
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Africa’s silence at the G20 exposes a fragile continental unity
Africa’s silence at the G20 exposed fragile continental unity, raising urgent questions about political courage, solidarity and the continent’s global influence.
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