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First step on directives welcome

Parliament has resumed its sittings and legislators are making fiery submissions on everything from service delivery and political disputes to economic challenges.Yet, as...

Should colonial Natal be retired to honour Zulu heritage?

The discussion about the future of the name KwaZulu-Natal continues to generate strong reactions across the country. In the previous reflection, the focus...

Analogies among ideologies

I had something more light-hearted for this week, but in the present ‘climate’, it seemed inappropriate. Though probably not for long when you...

The difference between healing, avoidance

In recent years, the language of healing has become part of everyday conversation. People speak openly about protecting their peace, setting boundaries, taking...

Supply shock

As the United States, Israel – Iran war surges on, we must brace for yet another supply shock to the economy and potentially...

The invisible silence

There is a particular kind of silence that exists in our homes, our families and our communities. It is not the peaceful quiet...

Professional pedestrian

There is a certain kind of woman who has mastered the most profitable career in modern society. She is a professional pedestrian. She...

A budget that listens

The National Budget is more than just a financial document; it is a statement of priorities and a reflection of the issues government...

We are all called to support women, girls

Before I pay tribute to Eswatini women in marking March 8, International Women’s Day, I would like to pay tribute to a fallen...

When love fades, betrayal burns

It has been three weeks since Valentine’s Day, the day which flooded timelines with roses, promises and forever captions. Honestly, it was soothing...

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