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I now realise that justice system does fail the work done by the police, hence the perpetrators do not hesitate to repeat their evil deeds.

The king and the queen of the Netherlands are visiting SA. Both of our countries have 400 years of historical relationship and we could use the relationship to entice Netherlands investments in SA.

The stone wall at the entrance to the Unesco headquarters carries a profound message that all members oft he United Nations have violated ever since its inception.

I am so confused; I am beginning to wonder if I understand what the National Health Insurance is about.

I was almost agreeing with MK Tshehla, (Sowetan, October 10) until he shifted the blame to parents, meaning he’s not on par with new developments in families where the government is taking over our kids.

Former president Thabo Mbeki, in his inimitable, laid back style, stares into the TV camera, stating, without any embarrassment that the ANC has not let down SA. He has clearly forgotten that the rot set in during his insipid tenure as president allowing his inner circle and appointed cadres to run amok within the hallowed walls of the Union Buildings, Luthuli House and all governmental structures, opening up the portal of self enrichment among the ANC gluttons, that were waiting to be unleash.....

The escalating conflict between Hamas and Israel is polarising international relations to an extreme degree, leading to political sensationalism. In recent days, we saw the barbaric and brutal deaths of innocent souls who perished on account of the historical conflict between lsrael and Palestine.

One should not be surprised at what is happening in the Middle East. The writing has been on the wall for a long time. History taught us that oppressive regimes become more oppressive, as the resistance of the oppressed becomes more sophisticated.

Very well stated, Malaika Mahlatsi. You are largely an exception among your colleagues in the South African media service who are tongue-tied and lock-jawed when it comes to stating the truth about Israeli aggression against the Palestinians.

Rise Mzansi is a community-driven initiative where no one leader plays the lead guitar, as we see with others where everyone wants to be president.