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False claims: Contrary to popular narrative, President Cyril Ramaphosa is far from the indecisive leader he’s alleged to be, says the writer. Photo: GCIS

Ramaphosa no weak president

Bold and assertive Cyril debunks the myth of a weak and indecisive leader

  • Eyaaz
7 min read
In schools across the country, particularly those in rural and under-resourced areas, learners face uphill battles that many of us can scarcely imagine.

Settlement of the Bela Act dispute has shifted to adults’ concerns, sidelining those of children

Clauses 4 and 5 of the Basic Education Laws Amendment can create a more inclusive and equitable education system

  • Eyaaz
4 min read
Point of departure: President Cyril Ramaphosa signs the Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill (above). Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube, from the DA, did not attend the signing.

GNU is still in need of a ‘safety net’

No progress has been made on establishing a structure to resolve deadlocks on policy

  • Eyaaz
8 min read
Charm offensive: President Cyril Ramaphosa not only wooed the United Nations, he also championed the Gaza cause and found time for Ukrainian Volodymyr Zelenskiy (right). Photo: Anadolu/Getty Images

So far so good as Ramaphosa’s GNU nears the 100 day mark

Cyril’s away game can’t be faulted, like Mikel Arteta’s 2024 Arsenal, but with no red cards

  • Eyaaz
4 min read