Dear World Leaders
Dear World Leaders, Could you ever take the life of another human being? What would it take for you to kill someone?
Category: Opinion & Analysis
Debunking Xenophobia
Thieving blacks, kaffirs, intruders and aliens are a few of the phrases you might find in South African discourse
In Support of Open Education
I have a dream – an idea for an open education system which I often bring up in discussion. I encourage whomever is willing to listen to play devil’s advocate
South Africa rolls out Ubuntu in abundance
UBUNTU: American writer is humbled by South Africans and their hospitality during the Soccer World Cup
Exotic Animals: To Pet or Not to Pet?
To my knowledge, the domestication of animals by humankind began with the reindeer. Since then, pet stores have thrived
All the World’s a Business
How banks, insurance companies, religion, prison, pharmacies, the Internet and even parking lots are all big business
Beauty and the Beach
On the beach much is revealed. One might realise that beneath our seductive garments we all have blemishes and spots; birthmarks or scars
The Possible Political Position of Non-Voters
I put it to you: if the prestige and prosperity that comes with being in a position of political power were defocused, would more politicians
Why South Africans are Great!
PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN: Doing good deeds since 1994. hank you fellow South African stranger! You have strengthened my faith in humanity
Can Obama Bring Racial Equality to the United States?
I watched Obama’s acceptance speech followed by McCain’s address quite intently and was disheartened to realize how racial prejudices still prevail
