Thursday, 3 September 2026

Dr Samke Ngobo said supporting someone in grief requires compassion, listening and practical help, without trying to diagnose, fix or isolate them; professional support remains important.

Analyst Andy Mashaile argued former Hawks head Godfrey Lebea’s Madlanga Commission testimony exposed failures to verify intelligence and dangerous silos between law-enforcement agencies.

Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema secured a second term amid opposition allegations of irregularities; analyst Tembisa Fagade credited economic reforms while warning about democratic institutions.

Hichilema’s policies have strengthened Zambia’s economic ties, copper corridors and beneficiation ambitions, potentially challenging South Africa’s trade position as China and the United States compete for influence.

Masango rejected the idea that South Africa is the region’s appointed “big brother”, arguing citizens must hold their own leaders accountable rather than outsource responsibility for political failures.