OPINIONS
South Africa’s Strength Lies in Unity: Why Institutions Must Amplify Common Ground
Despite apparent divisions, South Africa’s shared values and trust offer a foundation for national success – an opportunity for influential institutions to shape the narrative toward unity and prosperity.
30.3.2026 |
Frans Cronje
Can Wars Only be Fought According to International Law?
RW Johnson writes on Keir Starmer's decision paralysis.
29.3.2026 |
RW Johnson
John Steenhuisen and His Circle’s Anti-Constitutionalist and ANC-Light Misbehaviour
Professor Koos Malan critiques John Steenhuisen's ideological shift, warning that his actions could align the DA with ANC-style totalitarianism and undermine the party's constitutionalist values.
29.3.2026 |
Koos Malan
The Other Prize of Operation Epic Fury: A New Deal for Iran’s Minorities
Andre Pienaar writes on how Operation Epic Fury may reshape the Middle East, with its most enduring result the potential for autonomy for Iran's ethnic minorities.
29.3.2026 |
Andre Pienaar
Washington Dispatch
Richard Tren's latest dispatch from America surveys war, airport chaos, social media lawsuits, Cuba, Cesar Chavez, and Tucker Carlson.
29.3.2026 |
Richard Tren
BBBEE and Global Warming – More in Common Than You Think
Simon Lincoln Reader writes on the eerie similarities in beliefs between the political elite in the UK and South Africa.
28.3.2026 |
Simon Lincoln Reader
Despair (and Hope) in Downtown Johannesburg
David Ansara writes on the juxtaposition of what is happening in central Jo'burg.
28.3.2026 |
David Ansara
Proposed Gun Law Changes Put South Africa’s Shooting Sports Sector at Risk
A proposed amendment to South Africa’s firearm laws is drawing concern from shooting sports participants and advocacy groups, who warn it could have far-reaching consequences beyond its stated aims.
28.3.2026 |
The Editorial Board
Rethinking Empowerment Policy for South Africa’s Future
South Africa’s empowerment policies must focus on tangible investments and job creation, with tradable scorecards, to drive long-term economic growth.
27.3.2026 |
The Editorial Board
The Common Sense's Diary
A tragic thing, Chris Wright could help, four other tragic things, and one very great thing.
25.3.2026 |
The Editorial Board
