Real Politics: turning freedom into opportunity Fifty years after the Soweto uprisings, Youth Day should demand more than remembrance… by Zukile Majova June 15, 2026 Opinion·Politics
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Real Politics: the ANC can’t afford to lose Ramaphosa The NEC has closed ranks behind Ramaphosa after the Phala Phala ruling. Not out of loyalty, but because too many ANC careers depend on… by Zukile Majova May 18, 2026 Opinion·Politics
Real Politics: how much longer can MK lean on Zuma’s charm? Zuma remains the MK’s biggest asset, but endless internal shuffles and weak structures may limit its reach in the 2026 municipal elections.… by Zukile Majova March 16, 2026 Opinion·Politics 1
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