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What about African atrocities?
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
TWO weeks ago, American comedian Bill Maher made a bold statement on his television show, condemning the world’s apparent indifference to the ongoing slaughter of Christians in Nigeria.
Despite our differing…
A new journey begins
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
SOUTH Africa stands at a critical juncture. The country’s recent developments in domestic politics and foreign policy underscore the urgent need for consequential decisions that will bring positive…
The dehumanisation of conservatives
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
THIS week’s column was inspired by journalist Mario Nawfal’s X post highlighting the mainstream dehumanisation and demonisation of conservatives. It was a disheartening post that compelled me to write about…
SA youth should study Charlie Kirk’s legacy
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
I’M writing this week’s column in deep anguish. The assassination of Charlie Kirk—famed American conservative and founder of Turning Point USA—is the most painful episode I’ve experienced this…
Does Ramaphosa want SA to become Zimbabwe?
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
PRESIDENT Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent visit to Harare raised eyebrows for many South Africans — and alarm bells. During his speech at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show on the 29th of last…
The ANC is in trouble
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
THE latest poll, commissioned by the Democratic Alliance (DA), shows the African National Congress (ANC) hemorrhaging support, with its support at less than 30%. The party got 40%…
An Arab man South Africans must listen to
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
THIS past week in Johannesburg, I had the privilege of attending a fascinating dinner hosted by Benji Shulman—someone I’ve known for years and who now serves as Executive…
Innovators and thought leaders meet in Ghana
ACCRA, GHANA
THIS past week was superb. I spent it in Accra, Ghana—an experience I’ll never forget. I was there for the Emergent Ventures (EV) Unconference, a gathering of exceptionally talented…
US–SA relations in the deep freeze
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
THE African National Congress (ANC), which controls the Government of National Unity (GNU), shows no willingness to recalibrate its domestic or foreign policy to foster a functional relationship…
Against Trump’s tariffs
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
THIS past week, US President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on dozens of countries including South Africa. 30% is the new tariff rate on South African goods exported…