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What is Heritage Day?
Growing up in boarding school, one had the pleasure of meeting people from all cultures of South Africa. With friends from different cultural backgrounds, we would be fascinated with the meanings of one’s names and often had to ask our parents what the meaning of one’s name was. This increased
The GNU at a Crossroads – Advancing Transformation or Entrenching Inequality?
As the Government of National Unity takes shape, the 2026 Local Government Elections will be the first real test: will political inclusion deepen economic transformation, or will it simply diversify the face of inequality? Inequality in South Africa manifests in multiple ways—across race, gender, geography, and economic opportunity. These inequalities
How Entrepreneurship is Shaping the Modern Workforce in South Africa
As we pause to commemorate Workers’ Day in South Africa, we honour the rich legacy of our labour movements and the enduring spirit of the working class. This day reminds us of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of dignity, equity, and justice for workers across our country. But it
The Oceans Economy – SA’s Next Industrial Frontier
In a country where the oceans generate R130 billion annually but rural poverty persists at 70%, the question is not whether the blue economy has potential—it’s whether that potential will reach the people who need it most. For the GNU, the 2026 elections will be a referendum on delivery, not
South Africa’s Youth at a Crossroads: Can We Solve the Unemployment Crisis?
As South Africa marks another Youth Month this June 16 we find ourselves at a pivotal juncture in our nation’s history. This year’s commemoration comes against the backdrop of significant political shifts and an alarming socio-economic landscape, particularly for young black South Africans.It is thus very difficult to divorce young