It’s coalition season
Last week, I wrote about the “democracy test” South Africa was faced with as her people headed to the polls on 3 August 2016.
This...
Michelle Obama: The DL
“Succes isn’t about how much money you make, it’s about the difference you make in people’s lives.” Michelle Obama
There is something about the maturity,...
Prince Philip retires from public life at 95
The Duke of Edinburgh – Prince Philip – has decided that he will no longer appearing in public for official business.
An official announcement was...
Politico’s 50 ideas worth noting – and the people behind them
If you are trying to make sense of world politics, then Politico’s 50 Ideas latest release for you.
It is an uncomplicated explanation of some...
Vote where it counts
At the moment, the newly re-appointed finance minister of South Africa, Pravin Gordhan, is stuck between a rock and a hard place.
The South African...
Xenophobia Is Silly
We're often quick to forget that somehow, somewhere, we're all 'foreigners'. In fact, I only use this word because that's the one being thrown...
Why Race Debates Aren’t Helpful
One look at Facebook and it is clear: people are getting more and more outspoken on race, politics and culture. As much as I...
Not outraged? You’re not paying attention
There is a common saying that evil prevails when good men do nothing.
I believe this to be true.
There is also another common saying that...
Obama Speaks Out on Trump Presidency
Just ten days after leaving office, former US President Barack Obama has been forced to come out of his vacation and weigh in on...
Deadly Al-Shabaab Attack On Kenyan University
There has been a deadly attack on a university in Kenya. Below is an extract of the story as it has unfolded and been...