Whenever a major political development occurs, audiences are often presented with a familiar cast of commentators. A relatively small group of commentators often appears across media platforms, offering interpretations that, while presented as independent assessments, frequently converge around the same political conclusions
Analysts say the budget became a cliffhanger because it was written as though the ANC still governed on its own
The ruling elites have demonstrated that they are less interested in democracy than they are in pursuing self interests and the retention of power
Reforming governance has proved to be a Sisyphean task. If done right, a new state holding company could be the final push
With the right amount of planning, political coalitions can work – and even create the environment for better economic solutions
The ruling party’s economic transformation head Mmamokolo Kubayi said the resolution for state entities to be moved to line ministries remained intact
Tasneem Motara has dissolved two boards in as many months, leaving the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency and the Gauteng Gambling Board virtually rudderless
Implementing the country’s many masterplans demands capacity and focus from a department that has been pulled in different directions
Student debt is growing quickly and, if something doesn’t change, it could jeopardise the country’s already struggling economy
Rosa Luxemburg Stiftung Southern Africa’s Rebone Tau and professor William Gumede talk to M&G about SONA 2022
The presidency confirms spokesperson Khusela Diko has been suspended; meanwhile, her full salary was paid while she was on ‘special leave’
SANDF has been trained and equipped for precisely the opposite of what President Cyril Ramaphosa has asked of it – to save lives. Its purpose is to defend the country and its people against physical, external enemies – by killing such enemies if need be
While an increase in members in KZN may boost Zuma’s hopes for a second term, it may also make governing the party and the country very difficult.
Analysts are predicting that events at Lonmin’s mine in Marikana will heavily influence next week’s Cosatu national congress.
This year has particular significance for Africa’s connection with the written word. Percy Zvomuya reports.
Africa’s potential is curbed by the focus on personalities rather than policies, William Gumede tells Percy Zvomuya.
South Africans search for bookish answers in a time of political doubt, writes Nosimilo Ndlovu.
Teenagers are notorious for giving their parents a hard time — so apparently are countries.
The Inkatha Freedom Party’s (IFP) commitment to gender equality has never been tokenistic and remains a genuine priority, said party president Mangosuthu Buthelezi on Saturday. He said he believes that for all people to be truly free, women must attain their freedom as provided by the Constitution.
Businessman Cyril Ramaphosa has joined the African National Congress (ANC) presidential succession race, according to weekend media reports. The ANC’s powerful OR Tambo district in the Eastern Cape has formally stated that it will nominate Ramaphosa for the presidency. Regional secretary Mlamli Siyakholwa said that "we have been lobbying Ramaphosa, I must admit".
