What Really Needs to be Known about this Country

It may be the 50th anniversary year but most of us, if challenged, would be hard pressed to pin down the major trends, achievements and personalities of those 50 years.

How should we distinguish what is worth knowing from what can be set aside?

Prompting this concern was a recent visit by a parent and his child, a Standard VI student, who needed help in answering Social Studies questions which had defeated both of them.

Editor's Comment
Let’s get the constitutional amendment right

Their concerns highlight the need for meaningful dialogue between government and relevant stakeholders to ensure the best interests of the country are served.This was in addition to other voices from opposition politicians and civil society organisations.The stance underscores the importance of citizen participation in the constitutional amendment process. The AFM rightly assert that such weighty matters demand thorough discussions to reflect the...

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