TECH ZONE: FROM IDEA TO APP: WHAT IT REALLY TAKES TO BUILD DIGITAL SOLUTIONS

In South Africa, many of the frustrations we face every day have become part of our normal reality, from long queues at public hospitals and Home Affairs offices, to unreliable public transport, load shedding, unemployment, safety concerns and slow municipal services. But what if technology could h…

WHO GETS MORE LOVE? HOW PARENTAL FAVOURITISM FUELS FAMILY RIVALRIES

For many people, the wounds created in childhood don't disappear when they become adults. Growing up feeling that a parent loved, supported, or prioritised one sibling more than another can create's one child being labelled the 'favourite,' another being seen as the problem child; or siblings const…

AUTISM, ADHD AND BEYOND: DO OUR TEACHERS HAVE THE TOOLS TO SUPPORT NEURODIVERSE CHILDREN?

In classrooms, more children are being recognised as neurodivergent, including children with autism, ADHD, dyslexia and other learning differences. But while awareness is growing, a critical question remains, are our teachers adequately equipped to understand and support these learners. For many ed…

SPIRITUAL ZONE: THE BURDEN OF THE GIFT - WHY DO SPIRITUALLY GIFTED PEOPLE HAVE TO GO THROUGH SO MUCH?

There are people who seem to carry a burden that nobody else can see. They go through rejection, heartbreak, family conflict, loneliness and hardships that make them question, “Why me? Why is my life so difficult?” There is a belief that those who are spiritually gifted, those who are called to hea…

MUNICIPAL FUNDING CRISIS: WILL TREASURY’S WITHHOLDING OF EQUITABLE SHARE FUNDS AFFECT SERVICE DELIVERY — AND VOTER TURNOUT IN THE 2026 LOCAL ELECTIONS?

Municipalities are at the heart of our everyday lives, from the water we drink and the electricity we use, to the roads we travel and the waste that is collected from our communities. But across South Africa, concerns over poor governance, financial mismanagement and failing service delivery contin…

COALITION GOVERNMENTS: ARE THEY STRENGTHENING OR WEAKENING LOCAL DEMOCRACY?

As South Africa heads towards the Local Government Elections in November, the future of coalition politics is once again under the spotlight. Across the country, voters are preparing to decide who they want to lead their municipalities, but with more councils potentially ending up without a clear m…

CREATIVE ZONE: IN CONVERSATION WITH TROKID MASHALA

From the streets of Taung to making his mark on South Africa's hip-hop scene, our next guest has remained committed to telling authentic stories through music. With a growing catalogue of releases, including his latest single Plek, and a journey that reflects resilience, passion and perseverance, h…

BEYOND THE 67 MINUTES: HOW DO WE KEEP MANDELA'S VALUES ALIVE EVERY DAY?

Every year on Mandela Day, South Africans are encouraged to dedicate 67 minutes to making a difference, a powerful tribute to Nelson Mandela's 67 years of service to humanity. It's a day filled with acts of kindness, community clean-ups, food drives and volunteer work. But when the clock strikes mi…

THE YOUTH DRUG CRISIS: WHO SHOULD BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE?

Drug and substance abuse continues to have a devastating impact on young people, families and communities. As concerns grow over the misuse of both illegal and legal substances, the question remains,  Who should be held accountable for preventing young people from falling into addiction parents, sc…

SHARENTING: ARE PARENTS OVERSHARING THEIR CHILDREN'S LIVES ONLINE?

These days, it has become completely normal to see children all over social media. From a baby's first smile and first steps to school awards, dance recitals, funny tantrums and even everyday moments at home, many parents share their children's lives online almost daily. For some, it's simply a way…