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Many scholars and critics still erroneously hold the view that the 1976 uprisings were virtually spontaneous if insufficiently coordinated events that lacked the support and therefore the ‘maturity’ of adults in the communities. However, what we know of the Black Consciousness Movement’s (BCM) involvement in the high school students-le...
Following attacks on peaceful protestors outside the ministry of defence in Sudan last week Monday by security forces and the civil disobedience in an attempt to get the Transitional Military Council to hand over government power to civilian rule the people of Sudan have been subjected to untold violence at the hand of various para-mil...
Diplomats from the United States and the African Union have intensified pressure on Sudan’s transitional military council that is currently working to resolve a standoff with protesters.The diplomatic push comes after protesters demanding civilian rule called off a nationwide civil disobedience campaign and agreed to resume talks with ...
Although global foreign direct investment (FDI) flows suffered a setback of about 13 per cent in 2018, with inflows sliding to $1.3 trillion from $1.5 trillion in the previous year, but sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), recorded growth of about 13 per cent, pushing investment inflow to $32 billion in 2018.However, the positive result in SSA on...
South Africa’s economy is in dire straits. Unemployment has reached a 15-year high of 27.6%. And in the first quarter of this year GDP growth dropped by 3.2%. That’s the biggest quarterly drop in a decade.Considered in conjunction with the country’s dismal education outcomes, which the IMF found are perpetuating inequality and contribu...
“As I stood in one corner of that vast tumult waiting for the arrival of the Minister, I felt intense bitterness welling up in my mouth. Here were silly, ignorant villagers dancing themselves lame and waiting to blow off their gunpowder ...
Foodies all over the world must try these hidden food spot gems, from the tastest meaty foods to the best in seafood and drinks. Here are some of South Africa's best eatries: The Spice Route in PaarlThe Spice Route in Paarl is a collecti...
Nigeria’s president Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday replicate successes of his first four years in offices, citing an improved economy and better infrastructure among those achievements.Buhari won re-election in February this year, polling...
Zimbabwe has become the latest Southern African nation to take on elephant conservationists, by demanding it is allowed to sell its stockpile of ivory to raise money for conservation.Wildlife authorities in the cash-strapped nation estim...
It’s an unfortunate fact that one in four pregnancies will end in a miscarriage, typically within the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. In most cases, this will be a single, one-off event with the underlying biological cause unknown. However,...
This is an edited extract from a chapter in the recently published “Teaching for Change”.In 2016 female students at South Africa’s universities started the #EndRapeCulture campaign to mobilise against the pervasive culture of sexual viol...
Makeup is an everyday item for many people and non-negotiable for some. Is it bad for our skin? As always, the answer is not clear-cut and depends on the individual, their skin type, and the products they use.With an overwhelming choice ...
Data from South Africa has shown that over two thirds of young womenare overweight and obese. This predisposes them to non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Most women are not exercising enough, and consumption of ...
The Annual Gauteng Youth Jobs, Careers and Entrepreneurship Opportunities Expo returns bigger and better during this Youth Month. The Gauteng Provincial Government, under the auspices of the Gauteng Department of Education, calls for pro...
Every year, in the dry white season of Johannesburg’s winter, we gaze back into the seismic events of 1976, 16 of June, a nostalgic moment that changed the face of history, as we know it. The most dramatic display of bravery and patrioti...
Foodies all over the world must try these hidden food spot gems, from the tastest meaty foods to the best in seafood and drinks. Here are some of South Africa's best eatries: The Spice Route in PaarlThe Spice Route in Paarl is a collecti...
The urban metropolis of Johannesburg is not a city associated with agriculture. Even though it is home to the planet’s largest urban forest, it is a financial centre, not a farming centre.Residents and visitors alike are surprised to dis...
Toyota SA Motors will again be supporting the Road to Dakar initiative at this year’s Toyota Botswana 1000 Desert Race. This race-within-a-race was previously known as the Dakar Challenge, and offers privateer crews the opportunity to wi...
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) is honoured to be the official sponsor of the 1st African Beach Games that will take place from 14 - 23 June 2019 in Cape Verde, on Sal Island. The event comprises 11 beach games, with 1 000 athletes from 5...
Africa is known for its diversity and culture, it is home of different traditions dating as far back as when humankind came to being. It is also homeground to the most fascinating ancient monumemts, Africa can be said to be the birthing ...
Here are some attractions you should see when you visit Tanzania: House of WondersAlso sometimes referred to as the Palace of Wonders, this remarkable structure overlooks the waterfront of Stone Town and features enormous, carved doors t...
Born in the Mexican border town of Yuma, Arizona, Gary Stephens arrived in South Africa in 2008. He studied painting and drawing at the University of Arizona and the San Francisco Art Instiutute. For the past thirty years, he has worked ...
Whether it’s tagging (the stylised writing of an individual or crew’s name), posters, stickers, installations, murals or mosaics, graffiti has always been a contentious issue. Countries like the US, UK and Australia have adopted aggressi...
“As I stood in one corner of that vast tumult waiting for the arrival of the Minister, I felt intense bitterness welling up in my mouth. Here were silly, ignorant villagers dancing themselves lame and waiting to blow off their gunpowder ...
In recent years, there has been a surge in “female empowerment” stories in the Australian picture book market. This long-overdue movement was largely inspired by the success of the crowdfunded book Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls, spaw...
Apple says it’s replacing iTunes with three dedicated entertainment applications as part of its new Mac operating system, Catalina, for desktop and laptop computers.A key reason for the change is based around the way we now watch, listen...
There is a persistent narrative in South Africa of famous, bestselling musicians “dying as paupers”. A prime example is Mahlathini, the lead vocalist who performed with the Mahotella Queens, a 1960s mbaqangagroup that attracted global re...
A generation of South Africans that does not have the ‘patience’ of their parents. Known to be more radical, they want change "Now" and won't wait for tomorrow to come, a generation that believes in creating, becoming and serving a purpo...
We plug breathtaking Instagram pages that share our values; changing the Africa narrative, shed light on Africa’s beauty & potential, promote black beauty, highlight black excellence and tell the stories of ALL THINGS AFRICA. This wee...
Why are Nigeria’s universities in such a sorry state? Some would say it had to do with just one word: money. Sadly this is part of the reason. But not entirely.Nigeria’s universities have been under-funded for decades. Like a talented bu...
Visitors to East Africa are often amazed by massive herds of cattle with a gorgeous array of horn, hump and coat patterns. Pastoralism – a way of life centered around herding – is a central part of many Africans’ identity. It’s also a ke...
For the first time in the history of European competitions, this year’s European finals (EUFA Champions League and Europa League) will consist of English teams. Could this mean the La Liga has officially lost its spot as the best men’s f...
I put on a tweet a few weeks ago that grabbed a lot of attention. Basically, I was illustrating the similarities between Barcelona’s build up and that of Orlando Pirates FC. Both showing how their deep lying playmakers were used as third...
South Africa’s economy is in dire straits. Unemployment has reached a 15-year high of 27.6%. And in the first quarter of this year GDP growth dropped by 3.2%. That’s the biggest quarterly drop in a decade.Considered in conjunction with t...
Nigeria’s president Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday replicate successes of his first four years in offices, citing an improved economy and better infrastructure among those achievements.Buhari won re-election in February this year, polling...
On the 16th of June, we as a people will rise to a new day’s dawn. However, it will not be like any other ordinary Sunday morning, where gospel songs and hymns will be the order of the day. On this coming Sunday, we will add a little pra...
Many scholars and critics still erroneously hold the view that the 1976 uprisings were virtually spontaneous if insufficiently coordinated events that lacked the support and therefore the ‘maturity’ of adults in the communities. However,...
On the 16th of June, we as a people will rise to a new day’s dawn. However, it will not be like any other ordinary Sunday morning, where gospel songs and hymns will be the order of the day. On this coming Sunday, we will add a little pra...
Many scholars and critics still erroneously hold the view that the 1976 uprisings were virtually spontaneous if insufficiently coordinated events that lacked the support and therefore the ‘maturity’ of adults in the communities. However,...
Every year, in the dry white season of Johannesburg’s winter, we gaze back into the seismic events of 1976, 16 of June, a nostalgic moment that changed the face of history, as we know it. The most dramatic display of bravery and patrioti...
South Africa has long been lauded as the gateway to Africa, however, often this title evokes the names of foreign multinational players in the continent, ignoring the fact that some of largest players in the African economy are themselve...
Diplomats from the United States and the African Union have intensified pressure on Sudan’s transitional military council that is currently working to resolve a standoff with protesters.The diplomatic push comes after protesters demandin...
Although global foreign direct investment (FDI) flows suffered a setback of about 13 per cent in 2018, with inflows sliding to $1.3 trillion from $1.5 trillion in the previous year, but sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), recorded growth of about ...
The race to succeed Theresa May as Conservative leader and prime minister is in full swing. Brexit is the key issue, but the Tories’ selection rules are also a major factor shaping the contest.Leadership candidates required eight nominat...
The frontrunner in the Conservative Party leadership contest, Boris Johnson announced that, if elected to be the UK’s next prime minister, he would refuse to pay the UK’s Brexit divorce bill unless better withdrawal terms are on offer fr...
Although global foreign direct investment (FDI) flows suffered a setback of about 13 per cent in 2018, with inflows sliding to $1.3 trillion from $1.5 trillion in the previous year, but sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), recorded growth of about ...
The National Treasury has come to the defence of the cost containment measures for local government, saying they promoted better governance and management of finances in municipalities.The department published the regulations last week, ...
One of the greatest fashion powerhouse’s in the African continent is Nigeria, with a number of fashion designers winning accolades for their work globally. Their work exemplifies the Nigerian ethos, culture and overall diversity, for the...
“Work, work, work, work, work, work.”That’s the opening line of Rihanna’s 2016 dance hall anthem titled, appropriately, Work. It could also serve as her personal motto.Famous first as a singer, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, age 31, has since evol...
“South Africa belongs to all the people who inhabit it by RIGHT and NOT by MIGHT” – A.P Mda (1955)Early YearsAs a young boy, Ashby Peter Solomzi Mda listened attentively as his grandmother related tales of how his family trekked from the...
“We take our stand on the principle that Afrika is one and desires to be one and nobody, I repeat, nobody has the right to balkanise our land.”Mangaliso Robert SobukweEarly years and educationMangaliso Robert Sobukwe was born on the 05 D...