THE WOES IN THE FIELD OF HUMANITIES ARE PALPABLE
Our country is rife with challenges! Unemployment, poverty, crime, poor service delivery, sewage spillages, diseases, potholes, lack of proper medical services, gender-based violence, gangsterism, educational challenges … Is that what the field of the Humanities and Social Sciences (HSSA) has achieved thus far? Humanities scholars and researchers work diligently to expand the field of the […]
HYACINTH AT HARTBEESPOORT DAM SIGNALS THE SLOW DEATH OF OUR ENVIRONMENT
At Hartebeespoort Dam, a tranquil body of water that once served as a vital resource for wildlife and local communities has been plagued by an invasive, rapidly-spreading menace: the water hyacinth. This vibrant yet destructive plant has transformed the dam into a hazardous, stagnant swamp. What was once a serene landscape of biodiversity is now […]
EBENHAEZER DIBAKWANE: A LEGACY OF LAUGHTER AND THE FIGHT FOR MENTAL HEALTH
This past week, South Africa mourned a great loss, one of its brightest comedic talents with the passing of Ebenhaezer Dibakwane. The actor, writer, creative and award-winning comedic bright-spark was a beloved figure in both the comedy scene and on the big screen. His quick wit, infectious humour and downright authentic relatability made him an […]
SA GOVT BEMOANS THE SHOCK EXPULSION OF ITS US ENVOY, AMB RASOOL
The SA government has bemoaned the shock expulsion of its top envoy to Washington, Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool. The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a social media post yesterday that Amb Rasool has been declared a persona non grata. The state department accused Amb Rasool of being a “race-baiting politician who hates America”. […]
SA’S RELOCATION OF TAIWAN’S OFFICE OUT OF THE CAPITAL IN LINE WITH INTERNATIONAL LAW
Earlier this month, on March 5 to be specific, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) officially updated its website, renaming the “Taipei Liaison Office” to the “Taipei Commercial Office”. The significance of this move in light of bilateral relations between Pretoria and Beijing cannot be overemphasized. Taiwan, autonomous part of China, cannot enjoy […]
REFLECTIONS ON LESSONS LEARNT FROM #FEESMUSTFALL A DECADE LATER
Rage, anger, despair, desperation … the intense emotions that escalated into the 2015 #FeesMustFall revolt! A time when university campuses were engulfed by violence, chaos, police brutality, uncertainty, fear, and disruptions. The extent was so severe that it was described as a ‘war zone’ (Tau, 2016). This year marks 10 years since South Africa witnessed […]
IS BLACK CHILD NATURE’S BLUNDER? AZAPO PRESIDENT NELVIS QEKEMA ASKS
Dr GOMOLEMO MOKAE GIVEN A REVOLUTIONARY SEND-OFF DURING AN EMOTIONAL FUNERAL
Slain Black Consciousness leader Dr Gomolemo Mokae was laid to rest in a revolutionary service attended by throngs of his comrades who turned up in large numbers. The funeral service was held at the majestic Thabong lodge in Ga-Rankuwa, Dr Mokae’s lifetime township. He was later laid to rest at the local Kgabalatsane cemetery after […]
A FOND SEND-OFF BY BC ACTIVISTS FOR THE AZANIAN TOWER DR GOMOLEMO MOKAE
LARGE CROWDS EXPECTED AS DR GOMOLEMO MOKAE IS LAID TO REST
Slain Black Consciousness stalwart Dr Gomolemo Mokae will be laid to rest in a funeral ceremony to be attended by throngs of political allies and foes alike today, Tuesday March 11. Dr Mokae was found murdered in his Ga-Rankuwa Zone1 home on March 5, having been last seen alive on February 28. Police say his […]