The protests paved the way for healing, vitality and a new vista of productive life.
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Arts, Culture and Sport Steve Kekana: an 80s South African pop star, and much more
We should remember him as just another ordinary human being who did extraordinary things.
Politics and Society Jacob Zuma: when did erstwhile South African revolutionary lose his way?
The posturing is bound to continue. But at the age of 78 Jacob Zuma’s long day in the sun is over.
Politics and Society Jacob Zuma isn’t a man with a cause. Just a wily politician trying to evade the law
Jacob Zuma ran out of ideas to defend himself. Martyrdom is almost impossible without a cause, and he has none.
Politics and Society Historic moment as Constitutional Court finds Zuma guilty and sentences him to jail
South Africa has many problems. But, as Jacob Zuma has found out, the strength of its rule of law and the independence of its judiciary should not be underestimated.
Politics and Society Rethinking how we look at Africa’s relationship with China
African identity needs a revision to move beyond current understanding of its relationship with China.
Politics and Society Nigeria’s decision to ban Twitter has no legal basis. Here’s why
The Nigerian government has no legal capacity to unilaterally regulate or police borderless social media platforms.
Arts, Culture and Sport Banning African films like Rafiki and Inxeba doesn’t diminish their influence
Discussions about the films on social media and online forums show that African queer lives are complex and don’t tell a single story.
Arts, Culture and Sport The precarious fate of African footballers in Europe after their game ends
Given the impact of African players in European football, it’s remarkable how few are able to secure jobs in football in Europe after their playing days end.