Egypt looks to play a key role in driving regional integration in Africa
The Africa 2017 Forum (www.BusinessForAfricaforum.com) wrapped up in the Egyptian resort city of Sharm el Sheikh with a clear message of intent from President Al Sisi to bring Africa closer together. President Abdel Fattah El Sisi hosted five African heads of state and top business leaders from across the continent. The Heads of State stressed […]
Ngugi wa Thiong’o Talks on Decolonising the Mind in South Africa
A lecture by Kenyan writer Ngugi wa Thiong’o was briefly interrupted by students on Friday, with one telling him to ask the “oppressors to leave” the venue before his address. Wa Thiong’o was invited by the University of Cape Town (UCT) to address staff and students in the Baxter Theatre on the topic of decolonisation. […]
Why Junk Status Still Hangs Over South Africa
Although South Africa avoided a downgrade to non-investment grade, or junk status, in 2016, the country is not yet out of the woods and may be downgraded this year. The reasons for this are ongoing political risk as factional battles in the governing African National Congress intensify, policy inconsistencies and low economic growth. The effects […]
University of Cape Town Confirm Death of a Student,Khanyile Simamukele
Below is a statement from the University of Cape Town Executive Director Gerda Kruger following the death of a UCT student, Khanyile Simamukele Dear colleagues and students, The University of Cape Town regrets to confirm that a student, Khanyile Simamukele, tragically passed away at Forest Hill residence yesterday evening. She was a third-year student majoring […]
The Son Of University Of Cape Town’s (UCT) Vice Chancellor Max Price, Ilan, Arrested
The son of University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Vice Chancellor Max Price, Ilan, was among the 30 students arrested when the #Feesmustfall protest outside Parliament turned violent on Wednesday. UCT’s spokesperson, Pat Lucas, confirmed that Ilan was arrested with 29 other protesting students. Another student from a well-known family, ANC stalwart Frank Chikana’s son, Kgotsi, […]
Sexual Harassment At UCT – Girls Like It, Guys Use It As an Excuse
Female students at the University of Cape Town have shared their views and experiences of sexual harassment on campus. And now it’s the guys’ turn. Male students at the university spoke to RA’EESA PATHER about when men cross the line and why they do it. Haroun Vollenhowen, 20, second year BBusSci, Athlone Sexual harassment is […]
South Africa takes down the statue Cecil Rhodes
South Africa’s University of Cape Town (UCT) has removed a statue of British colonialist Cecil Rhodes that had become the focus of protests.The monument, taken down in front of cheering protesters, will be stored for “safe keeping”, UCT’s council said.Students have been campaigning for the removal of the statue of the 19th Century figure, unveiled […]
