In the light of the Covid-19 pandemic, most people are unbothered by the politics within the ruling ANC, a social commentator has said.
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The pressure is on President Cyril Ramaphosa and his government to make the "right" decisions now, more than ever, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to plough through the world.
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The nationwide lockdown has revealed how the Covid-19 pandemic has managed to change the way people go about their daily lives. Social distancing has been deemed the lifesaver, hygiene has been stepped up and a technological approach has been adopted more than ever in the way business is conducted, and that leaves us wondering what impact the coronavirus will have on the political status quo of the country and the world.
At least two months ago, when the coronavirus pandemic hadn't yet reached South Africa, calls were growing for President Cyril Ramaphosa to begin taking 'decisive action' as frustration mounted over his government's apparent inaction against certain issues facing the country.
News24 journalist Azarrah Karrim was covering the kickoff to the 21 day nationwide lockdown last Friday when she got caught in a crossfire between Police and residents in Yeoville, Johannesburg.
Fifty-seven years ago, 69 Black protesters lost their lives in what started as a peaceful protest against discriminatory laws enforced by the Apartheid Police at the time. A further 180 were injured. On Saturday, South Africans will unite to commemorate the Sharpeville Massacre whilst celebrating Human Rights Day.
Political analyst Na'eem Jeenah has warned that actions perpetrated by Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman could have triggered the beginning of the end for the kingdom's royal family.
The state of education in South Africa was brought in the spotlight once again as it was discussed on The Special Focus this week. One of the concerns raised was the lack of efficient transportation for learners.
Amidst growing calls for Public Protector Busisiwe Mkhwebane to be removed from office, the Organization Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) has reiterated that the embattled advocate is not suitable for her position.
President Cyril Ramaphosa met the expectations of South Africans in this year's State of the Nation Address but was rather ambitious and may have promised more than can be delivered, analysts have warned.
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AuthorZahid Jadwat is a South African writer, columnist, podcaster and radio show host. Archives
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