Brackenfell High violence against EFF was ugly, immature and self-defeating
The violence directed at the EFF outside Brackenfell High added validity to the very allegations the parents were so vehemently in denial of. Any case…
Finally comes the Poet: A tribute to Mary Oliver
The poet Mary Oliver died last week. Although I am not sure it’s ever accurate to declare a poet dead, especially Oliver. The poems she…
Christmas, like love, does not have to be a literal truth
The shamans of old would end their tales with: ‘Now I don’t know if it happened this way, but I know this story is true’….
Letter to the editor: Zexit – A brief note of gratitude
Reeds appear quite insignificant, especially in the face of a powerfully spinning propeller. But when a couple of reeds get together they have the capacity…
Rape and Religion: Women are equal to men
Without our mothers, we would not be. The only way into this world is through the womb of our mothers. Our lives began, our lives…
Marriage equality, a profound matter of justice
While legally we have been liberated we need to liberate our minds, hearts and especially religious institutions. The male sperm on its own contains all…
You can still save Nkandla, Mr President
We are learning that a person’s true character is not only revealed under adversity and hardship, but exposed by luxury and ease. Once upon a…
South Africa’s uncelebrated Pentecost
The three miracles of Pentecost are sorely needed by South Africa. Communication, poverty alleviation and the successful integration of a diverse community – miracles indeed,…