The classroom is an ecosystem, not a one-person job
As South Africa faces rising educator resignations and high rates of burnout, building collaborative support networks and mentorship programmes is crucial to keeping teachers in the classroom.
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IN THIS WEEK'S PAPER
Editorial: Why Sol Plaatje still matters
Marking 150 years since the birth of Sol Plaatje, we reflect on the enduring legacy of the pioneering author, journalist, and ANC founder whose work continues to illuminate South…
R23.4 billion allocated to black industrialists
The Industrial Development Corporation has committed R23.4 billion towards the black industrialists programme for 2025, benefiting 48 entrepreneurs across key manufacturing…
Kruger goes green without giving up ground
A pioneering partnership between SANParks, Discovery Green, and Sasol delivers renewable energy to Kruger National Park via the national grid, reducing emissions without taking…
Plaatje was never a lone genius
As South Africa marks 150 years since the birth of Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje, we remember how the pioneer's towering legacy was shaped and sustained by a supportive community.
What election posters in Joburg reveal
An insightful visual and linguistic analysis of the election posters lining Johannesburg's streets, exploring how political parties craft short, impactful messages to capture…
Fix the damn potholes: The poverty of our politics
As local government elections approach, South Africans remain caught between service delivery failures and endless political excuses. It is time to demand real accountability.
OR Tambo land is ready for take-off
With air travel rebounding and cargo demand surging, ACSA is revisiting major development plans around OR Tambo International Airport, creating fresh commercial opportunities for…
Billions sit idle as poor cry for help
Parliamentary committee members have voiced outrage after the Department of Social Development underspent R4.879 billion allocated for social grants, returning vital funds to the…
Thought LeaderComment & Analysis
Social media, success and self-worth: How comparison may affect our mental health
As World Mental Health Day approaches, research highlights how social media comparisons impact self-worth and well-being, showing that how we interpret curated online lives matters more than screen time alone.
Uganda at 64: Between confusion, fear, hope and back again
As Uganda marks 64 years of independence, the nation faces democratic backsliding, heightened political repression, and deep uncertainty over succession amidst the early presidential endorsement of Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba.
Sol Plaatje: The tragic cost of serving his people
An examination of Dr Modiri Molema’s 1965 biography of Solomon Plaatje reveals the personal sacrifice, financial distress and heartbreak behind the intellectual and political giant's tireless fight for his people.
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