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FRED KHUMALO: The endemic stench of decay in Joburg
Like a lobster that doesn’t realise the water in the pot is gradually going to cook it, Joburg residents see their city’s decline as normal
FRED KHUMALO: Bring back the rain queen
The ruler of the Balobedu has always been a woman, believed to have the power to bring rain, an idea that has appealed to me since childhood
FRED KHUMALO: Just deserts for two bullies
It seems Solly Msimanga thought he could use his office to get the police on his side, while Ace Magashule tried to suspend the president
FRED KHUMALO: Battle royal for Zulu throne
A war is brewing over the late King Zwelithini’s assets, with tempers heightened by suspected forgery and rumours of poisoning
FRED KHUMALO: The ANC’s clown prince
Did Sexwale truly fall for this scam or is there another agenda at play; what is he trying to achieve: incite emotions that might lead to violence?
FRED KHUMALO: Nostalgic ride to posh estate
When I tell my kids the stretch between Woodmead and Kyalami was once largely undeveloped land, they think I am making it up
FRED KHUMALO: A message for Cyril’s next family meeting
The next time the president addresses the nation he should urge fellow South Africans to learn at least one local language, with immediate effect
FRED KHUMALO: Endurance of Soweto’s Wandie’s Place
Wandie’s Place is the oldest restaurant in Soweto and offers possibly the best African cuisine in town, along with a classy ambience
FRED KHUMALO: Why King Zwelithini’s legacy matters
King Zwelithini’s legacy does not warm my heart, but there’s no denying the achievements of his warrior forebears
FRED KHUMALO: A bad taste of Naija
Maybe I went there on a bad day. But what was on offer was limited and what was available was abysmal — a pity, because the place is beautiful




















