As Trump prepares to unveil his ‘deal of the century’, Palestinians should prepare for a surprise trap, writes Marwan Bishara, senior political analyst at Al Jazeera. The “deal of the century” that President Trump has…
By Imraan Buccus Cyril Ramaphosa came to power promising a new dawn. But his recent announcement of the ANC’s decision to change the Constitution is a clear indication that he does not have the backbone…
By Na’eem Jeenah (My columns in Al-Qalam have often reflected my personal experiences where I believe these are relevant to make a particular point. This column, however, is particularly self-indulgent and I apologise upfront for…
Imran Khan inherited a mess. He has reclaimed the state from scoundrels and war mongers blinded in their greed for power…and US dollars, writes Iqbal Jassat. Knowing that in many quarters, Imran Khan’s name is…
Imam Dr. A. Rashied Omar Every soul will taste death, and you will only be given your [full] recognition and rewards (of your life’s striving) on the Day of Resurrection. So s/he who is drawn…
By Al Qalam Reporter and News Agencies South Africa’s Palestinian Solidarity Alliance (PSA) says it is hoping that the three boats of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC) – now on the last leg of their…
Isn’t it strange that shoplifters can be spotted by CCTV but not potential bombers who ought to be caught on camera? asks Iqbal Jassat. Who and why? These are the questions posed to determine reasons…
This is the first installment in a two part contribution by Prof Aslam Fataar of Stellenbosch University It is a truism that the weather plays an influential role in our daily lives; it directly affects…
Imam A. Rashied Omar We have entered the last three months of the Muslim lunar calendar. The lunar months of Shawwal, of Dhu al-Qa`ida, and Dhul Hijjah are significant since they mark the season of…
By Imraan Buccus In South Africa there is a strong tendency to fetishize the law and the courts as the key site for the progressive realisation of human rights. The legal system is certainly an…