Hard times
the (self-imposed) crisis of the black intellectual

Jonathan Jansen suggests ways to strengthen the position of black intellectuals.

Golden dawn or white flag?
the state, civil society and social policy

Civil society can play an important role in
consolidating democracy and redressing poverty. But, argues Steven Friedman, it cannot
substitute for effective states.

Peddling weapons
arms reduction and sustainable development

Terry Crawford-Browne asks why the South African government is prepared to squander money on armaments when there are so many pressing socio-economic needs.

School or food?
the cost of public education

Impoverished families make huge sacrifices to send their children to school. Brian Ramadiro puts the case for free, equal education.

Higher education transformation
what role can business play?

Francis Antonie outlines the positive steps the business sector can take to ensure that universities produce graduates with the skills South Africa needs.

Affirmative procurement
how to get there

Affirmative procurement is a powerful empowerment tool. Why, then, has its acceptance by business been so lukewarm? Penny Morgan reports.

The 1973 strikes
how far have we come?

The best way to commemorate the 1973 strikes, says Pat Horn, would be a campaign to improve the lives of all South African workers.

Employment creation and investment
a labour perspective

At the recent Growth and Development Summit, organised labour made far-reaching proposals to solve South Africa’s unemployment crisis.