Hamba Kahle Qabane!

Michael Donen|Published

Nicklo Pedro, a veteran of uMkhonto we Sizwe, died on May 8 at the age of 53. He lived his life by a credo, “Freedom or death! Victory is certain!” He was an icon ...

Protecting public in absence of Busisiwe Mkhwebane

Michael Donen|Published

Since her appointment, Busisiwe Mkhwebane has failed to act in the interests of citizens.

Rule of law in South Africa should not be arbitrary

Michael Donen|Published

Law needs to be certain, rational and respectable. If citizens are unable to tell whether they are breaking the law or not, the law is not functioning. This applies ...

Debt slavery looms large for SA with bailout loan

Michael Donen|Published

How it will be financed remains troublingly unclear. An IMF loan seems the likely answer. Our ultimate freedom has never looked further away.

Clifton incident highlights opposition of super-wealthy enclave to sharing SA

Michael Donen|Published

The Clifton incident expresses something real, a justified anger that cannot be ignored, either morally or practically.

Let communities, not government, decide their own future

Michael Donen|Published

If communities are allowed to choose what happens on their land, then mineral wealth of the country will actually be used to enrich the people of SA.

Capitalism forcing communities out of city – just like apartheid

Michael Donen|Published

There is a distinction to be drawn between the Group Areas Act and the forces of unchecked capitalism. But in this case the results are the same.

Struggle hero Mzunani 'Rose' Sonto a victim of bureaucracy

Michael Donen|Published

The Special Pensions Act was meant to fulfil this obligation and look after heroes like Mzunani Roseberry Sonto once they reached an advanced age.

BRICS partners could put pressure on SA to water down human rights

Michael Donen|Published

In short, of the BRICS nations, South Africa’s government alone believes in human rights.

Khoisan bill before parliament reflects apartheid

Michael Donen|Published

It falls far short of proper recognition of their right to self-determination.

Petane outwitted apartheid regime, which saved him from hangman

Michael Donen|Published

It remains the duty of our people to regroup, stand up, and ensure that our leaders implement the principles he stood for.