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YOUTH

Eighteen is an age, not an exit plan

Turning 18 legally creates an adult, but it does not instantly provide financial independence or stability. When a vulnerable school-goer leaves home, informal community support…

  • Nicola Killops
7 min read
Odd: ANC secretary general Ace Magashule (right) expects the courts to set aside his suspension but confirm that his suspension of President Cyril Ramaphosa is lawful. (Felix Dlangamandla/Gallo Images/Netwerk24)
ACCOUNTABILITY

Litigation lust not the only way to resolve disputes

Courts do have a crucial role in political cases but alternative dispute resolution mechanisms should be considered

  • Johann van der Westhuizen
6 min read
A million children can’t attend creche
CO PARENTING

Some children can now travel between parents — subject to conditions

The regulations have eased up but not for guardians and separated parents who do not have a court order or a parental agreement

  • Courtney Sarah Elson
4 min read