Wrapping up 2025: a criminological lens

Professor Nirmala Gopal|Published

South Africa ends 2025 on a knife-edge, grappling with a surge in gang violence, public demands for gender-based violence reforms, and a stark judicial inquiry exposing ...

When children vanish: Why 'running away' with adults is a warning we cannot ignore

Dr Shaheda Omar|Published

This sensitive exploration delves into the disturbing realities behind children disappearing with adults. It calls for a collective responsibility from families ...

The consumer's economic compass: navigating South Africa's 2026 landscape

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

As South Africa stands on the brink of 2026, citizens face a dual narrative of hope and hardship. With prudent strategies and a keen awareness of the realities at ...

“No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another” - Charles Dickens

Illa Thompson|Published

While watching 'A Christmas Carol' with children from care homes, the author reflects on how Durban's Street Lit book project embodies Dickens' message of redemption ...

A love forged in gold

Ravi Govender|Published

In a realm where legendary love stories often remain locked in the pages of history, this is a tale of real-life romance, rich with poetic nuance and profound connections. ...

A red-light means stop. Full stop

Yogin Devan|Published

Reflecting on the disheartening state of road safety in South Africa, this column calls for reassessment of traffic penalties that currently place lives at risk, ...

Raising the matric pass mark: a noble idea that overlooks harsh realities

Dr Rajendran Govender|Published

South Africa’s renewed call to raise the matric pass mark from 30% to 50% has reignited a national conversation about educational standards and expectations.

What are the implications of the killing of witnesses and whistleblowers?

Zakhele Collision Ndovu|Published

The chilling murder of a whistleblower shines a light on the pervasive corruption within South Africa’s law enforcement, raising troubling questions about the safety ...

The deadly triangle: how law enforcement fails South Africa's whistleblowers

ADVOCATE TSELISO THIPANYANE|Published

Recent revelations expose a dangerous collusion between South African law enforcement officials and criminal syndicates, endangering whistleblowers who expose corruption. ...

The hidden toll of tariffs and healthcare cuts on SA's vulnerable communities

Jennifer Reddy|Published

As South Africa faces the dual crisis of rising tariffs and dwindling health funding, the urgent need for action resonates throughout the nation, writes Jennifer ...

Your December survival guide: the spending and recovery Bible

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

As the festive season approaches, remember the importance of financial prudence. Discover practical insights to break free from the cycle of overspending and awaken ...

The deadly triangle: how law enforcement fails South Africa's whistleblowers

ADVOCATE TSELISO THIPANYANE|Published

RECENT revelations expose a dangerous collusion between South African law enforcement officials and criminal syndicates, endangering whistleblowers who expose corruption. ...

An open letter to PM Modi: addressing the crisis of gender-based violence

Thiruvernthree Govender|Published

An urgent call to Prime Minister Modi during the G20 Summit shines a spotlight on gender-based violence, urging action to protect and respect women not only in India ...

The power of women's collaboration in politics and leadership

Dr Devi Rajab|Published

Dr Devi Rajab explores the historical contributions of powerful women leaders worldwide and examines how female collaboration across political, religious, and ethnic ...

eThekwini's R22m statues vs basic services: a question of priorities

Haniff Hoosen|Published

As the eThekwini Municipality plans to spend R22 million on statues honouring freedom fighters, the city faces collapsing infrastructure, water shortages, and sewage ...

Why your grocery bill doesn't match the inflation rate: understanding SA's new economic reality

Sanjith Hannuman|Published

In an era where your personal expenses diverge from inflation statistics, understanding your unique inflation rate has never been more crucial. Explore how the South ...

Trump's exclusion of South Africa from the G20 Summit: implications for global cooperation

Advocate Lavan Gopaul|Published

Donald Trump's controversial exclusion of South Africa from the upcoming G20 Summit raises critical questions about global diplomacy, economic cooperation, and the ...

Detective caught 'red-handed' in corruption sting after demanding R9 000 bribe from Phoenix mother

Yoshini Perumal|Published

A BEREA detective has been arrested in a sting operation after allegedly demanding R9 000 from a Phoenix mother to prevent her son's arrest and close the case docket. ...

Gen Z and GBV as a generation caught between digital empowerment and digital exposure

Professor Aradhana Ramnund-Mansingh|Published

In a world where gender-based violence is ubiquitous, young people navigate a complex terrain of digital information. Explore how Gen Z and Gen Alpha grapple with ...