Category: Current Affairs
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Words Kill
Trump just survived his third assassination attempt in as nearly as many years. With nearly half the US population opposing Trump, can we be surprised? The would-be assassin was able to fire a few shots before Secret Service were able to apprehend him. The would-be assassin, 31-year-old, Cole Allen seem like a normal Californian teacher…
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X Marks the Spot
South Africa is gearing up to cast their votes in the 2026 Local Government Elections which is set to take place later in the year. As with any elections, the campaigning is under way. Every political party is highlighting the failures of the other contesting parties. Round about 508 political parties have registered to take…
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The Trump Card
The world is economically and politically unstable now. Oil prices have nearly doubled and countries are at war. Much of this is a result of the US/Isreal war against Iran. The war predicated on preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Why does those who have nuclear weapons, get to dictate who else may have…
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The Malema Paradox
By now, everybody has had a say about the conviction of the Julius Malema. We all know the facts and have a point of view. Either you support him or you are rejoicing that he got sent to jail. Although there is still a lengthy legal battle ahead. Whatever the outcome, it clear that facts…
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A Culture of Gang Violence
South Africa is a beautiful country filled with biodiversity, amazing wildlife, beautiful beaches and a rich tapestry of cultures. We are also a divided country, split by race, religion, politics, culture and of course money. In Cape Town, you can just cross a road and see this divide. Yet despite these differences, South Africa still…