Letter to the editor: Let us protect and restore our wetlands

Philani Makhanya|Published

This year, the World Wetlands Day was celebrated under the theme Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future highlighting the importance of wetlands for humanity and ...

Let’s take precautions in the water

Philani Makhanya|Published

Recent alerts from the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) remind us that relaxation in these refreshing bodies of water comes with responsibility, especially with ...

Safer roads start with attitude change

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Innocent lives are often caught in the crossfire of bad decisions made by individuals who choose to drink and drive.

The taxi industry should be held accountable

Philani Makhanya|Published

The economic disruptions caused by violent demonstrations and road blockages bring entire sectors to a standstill, harming businesses and everyday commuters who ...

Cabinet reshuffle has failed the accountability test

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If Ramaphosa is truly committed to eradicating corruption, then why does he allow a Cabinet member embroiled in controversy to maintain her position?

Delay of the Bela Act clauses misguided

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President Ramaphosa’s hesitation over their implementation suggests a lack of commitment to fostering an integrated education system.

A tale of two SA teams on the global stage

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Since that tournament, they remain unbeaten in open play, showcasing their resilience and tactical evolution.

Matric exams progress: so far so good

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Recent statements from Western Cape Education MEC David Maynier have brought to light that nine cases of candidates found with cellphones or crib notes in the examination ...

Corporates crush townships economy

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Twelve children across the nation have tragically lost their lives after ingesting food from local spaza shops, many of which are owned by foreign nationals.

Inquiry to probe food poisoning deaths critical

Philani Makhanya|Published

We cannot wait for more tragedies. Our children are suffering while government agencies fail to combat the crisis.

Beware of online fraudsters this festive season

Philani Makhanya|Published

The recent warnings from the Banking Ombudsman revealing a concerning increase in complaints about tap-and-go transactions involving lost or stolen cards should ...

Overhauling the leadership at Sassa

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Millions of rand, intended for the poorest citizens, are falling into the hands of criminals – both external and internal.

Food prices must reflect economic conditions

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In the current economic landscape – with a stronger rand, decreasing petrol prices and the absence of load shedding – consumers should be experiencing relief at ...

A 24 hour economy is the answer to unemployment

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With millions of South Africans struggling to find work, a 24-hour economy could open up numerous job opportunities across various sectors, from hospitality and ...

Tourism police unit will boost the industry

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The alarming rise in robberies and even murders of foreign visitors in recent years has cast a sombre shadow over our tourism sector.

Call for churches to pay rates, but guard against blanket approach

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Without churches, society would easily descend into chaos, so the importance of their role in society cannot be overlooked.

Extortion can be defeated if there is political will

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The silver lining is the recent wave of arrests, a testament to the police’s new-found resolve.

Tourism a path to economic renewal in KZN

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The reality is that the lion’s share of the country's tourism revenue still flows to Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Springboks a metaphor for what SA could become

Philani Makhanya|Published

Their World Cup victory in France was not a fluke but the product of years of hard work, discipline, and unity.

Launching civil claims against cop killers a great idea

Philani Makhanya|Published

For too long, the justice system has focused solely on criminal procedures, often neglecting the financial and emotional toll on victims’ families.

Time to penalise poor audit outcomes

Philani Makhanya|Published

The persistence of poor audit outcomes raises serious questions about the accountability of municipal managers and political office bearers.

New model for medico-legal claims needed

Philani Makhanya|Published

Billions of rand that should have been directed towards improving health-care services are instead being funnelled into paying exorbitant claims, many of which are ...

Police must be subjected to lifestyle audits

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To effectively reduce crime in South Africa, we must first clean up the police service.

NPA must act on blocked Zondo files

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South Africans are justifiably outraged by the apparent lack of urgency in prosecuting high-profile politicians named in the commission’s findings.

A proud moment for SA at Olympics

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For South Africa, a country that does not have the vast resources or the extensive sports infrastructure of wealthier nations, securing these medals is no small ...