eSwatini killings: All the king’s men vs the people
As the regime meets demands for democracy with violence, activists and ordinary people affirm a resolute commitment to continuing resistance, even as they are murdered and injured.
Stories by: Magnificent Mndebele
Formidable activist Novisisanani Thinta home at last
For many years, she was battling an aggressive cancer while opposing the repressive tactics of the state against landless people whose only dream is to have a place that they can call home.
Half price but all heart: Carolina’s taxis
In a nod of appreciation to the Carolina community and acknowledging the damaging financial effects of Covid-19, the taxi association there has cut fares for learners.
Kranspoort farm lies fallow as department dithers
Frustrated land claimants are battling to develop a farm that could bring meaningful change to their lives. And they are hindered by the very people who should help them.
Education department accused of favouritism
A teaching graduate whose studies were not funded by the Funza Lushaka bursary programme says he is being excluded from jobs at state schools because he was not part of the scheme.