Black empowerment in South Africa, despite legal efforts to support it, has been woeful. A handful of black elite – the so-called black diamonds have grabbed for themselves whilst the poor black masses have not been able to improve their lot. This cartoon and article is the first in a series about black economic empowerment and job creation.
Empowerment 3.0: Socio-economic Innovation
April 21st, 2025 (Updated)It’s My Culture – Gender Inequality CartOOn
April 21st, 2025 (Updated)It’s my culture is an often used defence to justify gender inequality. Wonkie’s guest writer, Engineer-Chic, takes a critical look at the it’s my culture defence and questions how progressive South African society really is.
Top 10 hidden holiday destinations South Africa
April 21st, 2025 (Updated)SA-Venues.com suggests some lesser-known travel destinations in South Africa ranging from Marakele National Park to Amatola Hiking Trail and Velddrif.
Nationalisation of Mines in South Africa
April 21st, 2025 (Updated)A Wonkie rhino tells Julius Malema what the impact of nationalisation of mines in South Africa will be. Will he listen – probably not. Learn more about the nationalisation of mines from an experienced South African economist who wrote this guest post.
The Doctors’ Strike from a Doctor’s Perspective
April 21st, 2025 (Updated)Aaron Motsoaledi has his work cut out for him in the Department of Health – staff shortages, poor infrastructure and supplies, doctor’s strike – Urgent reforms are needed. These are the issues from a doctor’s point of view.