Opinion and Analysis Articles

The Debrief Report: Qaanitah Hunter unpacks the truth behind South Africa’s transformation struggles

Azra Hoosen | ah@radioislam.co.za 2 June 2025 | 12:00 CAT 3 min read On the Debrief Report, political analyst and journalist Qaanitah Hunter shared a hard-hitting analysis of South Africa’s current economic challenges, the future of transformation, and the deepening...

ASRI Report | Municipal Meltdown: Governance Failure, Fiscal Injustice & Coalition Cracks Threaten Stability

Neelam Rahim | neelam@radioislam.co.za 3-minute read 30 May 2025 | 10:47 CAT Auditor-General’s Red Flags Signal Deepening Collapse of Local Government South Africa – The Auditor-General’s latest report has painted a damning picture of municipal management, reinforcing...

Media Lens | Africa’s Rising Challenges: A Continent at a Crossroads in 2025

Neelam Rahim | neelam@radioislam.co.za 3-minute read 28 May 2025 | 11:45 CAT As Africa enters 2025, it faces a complex confluence of crises — political instability, socio-economic fragility, and rising youth unemployment — all unfolding against the backdrop of a...

The Debrief Report: Ramaphosa’s Oval Office gamble – “A risk that might just pay off”

Azra Hoosen | ah@radioislam.co.za 26 May 2025 | 15:00 CAT 3 min read Last week was a significant one for global diplomacy, with President Cyril Ramaphosa visiting Washington and having what many described as an awkward encounter with former US President Donald Trump....

The Debrief Report: Trump, Musk and the Price of Power

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Azra Hoosen | ah@radioislam.co.za 9 June 2025 | 12:45 CAT 3 min read The public fallout between Elon Musk and Donald...

ActionSA Proposes Constitutional Changes to Restrict Undocumented Immigrants’ Access to Basic Rights

by | | News, Political (opinion), South Africa

Neelam Rahim | neelam@radioislam.co.za 3-minute read 07 June 2025 | 16:20 CAT ActionSA has submitted a proposal to...

Shivambu’s Fall from Grace: MK Party Faces Scrutiny Amid Power Shifts

by | | News, Political (opinion), South Africa

Neelam Rahim | neelam@radioislam.co.za 3-minute read 05 June 2025 | 14:45 CAT Floyd Shivambu’s swift removal as...

Africa’s Green Skills Crisis: Can we train enough Experts in time?

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Azra Hoosen | ah@radioislam.co.za 22 February 2025 | 19:30 CAT 2 min read As climate change worsens, Africa faces a dire shortage of skilled professionals needed to restore wetlands, reforest landscapes, and build sustainable cities. Dr Matthew Weaver, from the...

A Mum’s Guide to Ramadhaan

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Mumtaz Moosa | mumtazs@icloud.com 19 February 2025 | 12:15 CAT 3 min read As the countdown to Ramadhaan begins, many mums feel a deep sense of excitement, knowing they can experience this sacred month with their little ones. The thought of decorating the home, setting...

Will the Government of National Unity Last? Qaanitah Hunter Weighs in on the Debrief Report

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Azra Hoosen | ah@radioislam.co.za 18 February 2025 | 16:00 CAT 3 min read In a recent interview on Radio Islam, seasoned journalist and political analyst Qaanitah Hunter provided insight into the stability of South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU. She...

Trump’s Gaza comments revive fears of forced Palestinian displacement

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Azra Hoosen | ah@radioislam.co.za 14 February 2025 | 15:30 CAT 5 min read Former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks about Gaza have reignited concerns over the forced removal of Palestinians from their homeland. Trump suggested that the United States should...

Navigating the Ethics of AI in the Context of Human Rights: An Islamic Perspective

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Annisa Essack | kzn@radioislam.org.za 14 February 2025 | 10:15 CAT 2 min read In the age of artificial intelligence (AI), the ethical questions surrounding its use are becoming increasingly complex. From the exploitation of creators' work to the automation of entire...