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nonreligious youth South Africa

The Unique Challenges of Non-Religious Youth in South Africa

Opinion Pieces

In a nation where faith traditions run deep and religious identity often shapes community belonging, South Africa’s non-religious young people face a distinct set of challenges that extend far beyond simple theological disagreements. From family tensions to social isolation, these youth navigate a complex landscape where their worldview can put them at odds with deeply Read more

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religious privilege in South Africa

The Challenges of Religious Privilege in South Africa

Opinion Pieces

South Africa’s complex religious landscape reflects the nation’s broader struggles with religious privilege, power, and historical injustice. Whilst the country’s Constitution guarantees religious freedom and equality, the reality of religious privilege continues to shape social, political, and economic dynamics in ways that echo—and sometimes perpetuate—the inequalities of the apartheid era. The Historical Context of Religious

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separate state from religion

The Importance of Religion-State Separation in South Africa

Opinion Pieces

The South African Secular Society strongly advocates the separation of state from religion. South Africa stands as one of the most religiously diverse countries on the African continent. With a population comprising Christians, Muslims, Hindus, Jews, adherents of African traditional religions, and an increasing number of people who identify as non-religious, the country represents a

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South African Religion

South Africa’s Religious Landscape

Opinion Pieces, Religion

SA Secualr Society member, Jessie-Lee Smith examines trends in religious and non-religious beliefs in South Africa. Historically, religion has been integral to South Africa’s identity, influencing its socio-political landscape. For example, during apartheid, the ruling National Party leaned heavily on Calvinist theology from the Dutch Reformed Church to justify racial segregation. This rhetoric was woven

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tackling life's big questions

Tackling Life’s Big Questions: A Non-Religious Approach

Atheism, Humanism, Opinion Pieces, Philosophy

In a world where religious beliefs have traditionally provided answers to life’s most profound questions, those of us who embrace a secular worldview often find ourselves navigating these existential conundrums without the comfort of divine explanations. Yet, far from leaving us adrift, this perspective offers a rich, nuanced approach to understanding our place in the

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critical thinking

Critical Thinking is our Mental Immune System against Misinformation & Superstition

Opinion Pieces

Andre Fourie writes the first of a series of articles about secular parenting. As the new Government of National Unity works to improve our basic education outcomes, our new administration should grab the opportunity to formalise the teaching of one of the most important and fundamental skills in the modern age: critical thinking. Quite simply,

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African Humanism

African Humanism: A Philosophical and Cultural Exploration

Humanism, Opinion Pieces, Philosophy

African Humanism, often referred to as Ubuntu in Southern Africa, represents a unique philosophical perspective that emphasises the interconnectedness of all people and the importance of communal relationships. Rooted deeply in the cultural and social fabric of African societies, African Humanism centres on the idea that one’s humanity is affirmed and realised through relationships with

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