What happens when a broken system refuses to change? Explore how Eskom's new tariffs may penalise those who seek independence from unreliable electricity.
Discover how a heroic Great Dane named Juliana teaches us the vital lesson of listening to our bodies and prioritising self-care over productivity.
Reflecting on the challenges of primary school in the 70s, this article explores how trying your best can sometimes lead to unexpected consequences, both in childhood ...
GREYMUTTER: Everyone actually believes that they are a hero, and therefore, is it any wonder why arguments and friction in organisations, families or on the world ...
PERSPECTIVE: A city resident’s story highlights the harsh reality of rising electricity costs, rigid municipal policies, and the difficult choices struggling households ...
GREYMUTTER: Why does it seem that bad behaviour is being encouraged and decent conduct is seen as weakness in our modern society? Is there a way to overcome this ...
GREYMUTTER: The perception is out there that transformation in South Africa failed, and failed horribly, writes Lance Fredericks.
GREYMUTTER: I get the impression that South African workers have lost sight of the reason they are working, because if earning a salary is the only reason we are ...
GREYMUTTER: Did you know Crocs made a cameo in the dystopian comedy “Idiocracy”?
OPINION: The Northern Cape’s roads have been blessed with a grand total of 16 new traffic officers! Yes, you read that right. Out of a batch of 50 trainees, only ...
OPINION: There was a time when car ownership meant worrying about insurance, maintenance costs, and the occasional unexpected repair. But today, my biggest financial ...
OPINION: The Grinch has some serious competition this year, as Sol Plaatje Municipality takes centre stage in draining Kimberley’s festive spirit with a parched ...
NARRATIVE: Friday the 13th brought more than just unbearable heat to Kimberley – it awakened an ancient thirst. When the water finally flowed, it carried something ...
OPINION: Here we go again, Kimberley. The taps are off, the reservoirs are empty, and the excuses are overflowing. If water is life, then the city is hooked up to ...
GREYMUTTER: I sometimes wonder about the nutritional content of unappetising, flavourless fruit. I always ask myself, if there’s no flavour, are there any vitamins ...
GREYMUTTER: Have you noticed how these days when you ask just about anyone how they are doing, the answer that invariably comes back at you is, ‘I am so tired!’
OPINION: The term “differently abled” was initially intended to promote positivity and inclusivity, but it has faced criticism from the disability community and ...
GREYMUTTER: I have heard it said that your body will let you push yourself to the extreme. But when you get to the breaking point, your body will find a way not ...
OPINION: In a world rushing past us, where efficiency has become paramount, a simple trip to the checkout counter reveals something unsettling - a quiet erosion ...
GREYMUTTER: Already from the end of October, our neighbourhood chat group has come alive with reports of frequent break-ins, writes Lance Fredericks.