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The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands must not repeat the mistakes of the first phase in which women were displaced and disempowered. Photo: File

Lesotho Highlands Water Project must work with women, not against them

Public banks – Development Bank of Southern Africa, African Development Bank and the New Development Bank – and the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority render women invisible in a process that professes to be inclusive

The country’s foreign policy is centred on human rights, democracy, international law, peace and an Africa-first perspective. Photo: File

South Africa’s sovereignty is not for sale

The country must stand up to bullying from powerful states and form bonds, as an autonomous nation, with countries that share our values

President Cyril Ramaphosa said the uncertainty of the new trading regime had already harmed the country’s economy

Brics leaders call for cooperation in protectionist global environment

President Cyril Ramaphosa said the uncertainty of the new trading regime had already harmed the country’s economy

US President Donald Trump. (File photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Brics, G20 and Trump 2.0: A new geostrategic balance of power?

China’s changing priorities towards funding African development through smaller projects show a possible willingness to adapt to African priorities and economic needs.

Transnet is falling well below its target of shifting 200 million to 220 million tonnes of freight a year, at which point — it is estimated — it will begin to make a meaningful contribution to the economy. Its current target is 170 million tonnes a year. Photo: (Karel Prinsloo/Bloomberg)

Debt-ridden Transnet needs to improve operations, auditor general warns

The state-owned company cannot continue relying on debt for operating cash and was at risk of not meeting repayments at the present rate

Then Minister of Justice and Correctional Services of South Africa Ronald Lamola speaks to press members after the hearing of South Africa’s genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, Netherlands on January 12, 2024. (Photo by Dursun Aydemir/Anadolu via Getty Images)

Ronald Lamola’s appointment signals continuity in South Africa’s foreign policy

The new minister needs to involve young people as he sets out to cement the country’s position as a vocal advocate for human rights and international justice