Commentary

  • When the rhythmic beating of the heart stops

    When the rhythmic beating of the heart stops

    Oh, the horror! Please don’t even ask me to contemplate a life without music… Read more

  • Cult life

    Describe your life in an alternate universe. I’m not given to fantasizing about the improbable, so I’m not even going to try. But you know who can? The Make America Great Again (MAGA) cult. They are breathing examples of people living the alternate life; the alternate reality. And having fertile imaginations is not a prerequisite. Read more

  • Trump to make a clean sweep of all the Nobel Prizes?

    Trump to make a clean sweep of all the Nobel Prizes?

    Donald Trump’s controversial bid for the Nobel Peace Prize reflects his political manoeuvres and support for contentious actions, while the awarding of such prizes often faces criticism for perceived biases and questionable recipients. Read more

  • Israel sets the benchmark for hypocrisy

    The essay contains only a handful of incidents of hypocrisy related to Israel. It is not meant as a definitive exposé of the criminally hypocritical behaviour of this depraved ethnostate. Read more

  • International travel bucket list

    International travel bucket list

    The last time I travelled overseas was in 2016, when the world was a much calmer, safer place. Spain was truly magnificent, and I hope to return someday. Since then, I have confined myself to local travel around South Africa, which has vast beauty and plenty of attractions to satisfy most travellers. I had been Read more

  • On history, the pursuit of knowledge, and my poor damned eyes

    On history, the pursuit of knowledge, and my poor damned eyes

    Reflections on my personal journey of understanding Israel’s history and the Palestinian plight, emphasizing the need to confront historical narratives while recognizing Israel’s role as the aggressor in ongoing violence. Read more