Columnist / Eric shikobela
The heartbeat of a lost nation!
The first time I visited freedom park in 2009, I had mixed emotions about the past, the present and the future. The selfless sacrifices of the fallen heroes left me speechless. At that point I knew th...Published: 03 Jan 2022 at 11:59hrs | 11 | by Eric Shikobela
South Africa at a breaking point! - An open letter to the leaders!
South Africa is at a breaking point, nothing so far is going right. Good news and progress have become a stranger to our ears, and the hope of many is dwindling rapidly. All joy is lost, because nobod...Published: 10 Jun 2021 at 15:29hrs | 3 | by Eric Shikobela
African soil, African seeds!
African soil, African soil your fertile and blessed. A good and blessed soil indeed! But what is the goodness of the soil without a good seed? There is none, the is no goodness...Published: 06 Sep 2019 at 09:04hrs | 15 | by Eric Shikobela
Her secret pain!!!
"The pain she carries in heart is known to her alone, it's her secret pain. Being a woman is not easy and had never been. She brings to life another life battling and dealing with an unbearable pains....Published: 27 Aug 2019 at 13:23hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
Just a lawyer, not the law!
The South African justice system is one of the best systems in the world, and the historical background of how it was earned and adopted deeply touches my heart. However our justice system has been sa...Published: 10 Jul 2019 at 10:09hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
The footprint of Mandela!
Many years ago in Transkei in a small village of Mvezo in Qunu, something strange happened. Not only was it strange but it shook the whole village.A woman named Nosekeni woke early in the morn...Published: 05 Jul 2019 at 10:31hrs | 1 | by Eric Shikobela
'The ANC owes the youth'
The first time I visited Freedom Park in Pretoria was in the year 2009. Until this day I remember very well how I felt that day. I had mixed emotions about the history of our country. The hurt of what...Published: 26 Jun 2019 at 07:03hrs | 2 | by Eric Shikobela
'A praying bridge of Driekhoek'
A bridge is a perfect symbol of life with hope. It has the beginning, the middle and the end. And when one put the first step on the bridge he hopes to pass to the other side. It carries the significa...Published: 08 Feb 2019 at 19:56hrs | 13 | by Eric Shikobela
16 days activism, so what?
South Africa my motherland is in agony, Africa my home is bleeding. The agony carried by women and children in their hearts on daily basis. Each and everyday women and children are physically and emot...Published: 10 Jan 2019 at 10:09hrs | 1 | by Eric Shikobela
The Africa I dream of!
"The Africa I dream of. I dream of a continent that is at peace within itself. Can peace be bought?, Can peace be created?, Can peace be negotiated or can it be picked on the road?. No it can't be. A ...Published: 26 Oct 2018 at 08:52hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
Holding the Lamp of Hope!
This blessed and beautiful nation has been through worse pains, challenges and difficulties before. And it seemed impossible to overcome those odds at that time and season. But there were man and woma...Published: 22 Aug 2018 at 10:37hrs | 17 | by Eric Shikobela
The foot print of Mandela!
Many years ago in Transkei in a small village of Mvezo in Qunu, something strange happened, this was not only strange but it shook the whole village. A woman named Nosekeni woke early in the morning t...Published: 05 Jul 2018 at 11:50hrs | 2 | by Eric Shikobela
My book launch: 'Invisible Victories'
The book was inspired by my personal experiences I have attained in life. I have encountered many difficulties and challenges in my life from a very young age. And I have learned that the greater the ...Published: 27 Jun 2018 at 09:47hrs | 1 | by Eric Shikobela
I know I am not worthy!
After all this years, in all my imperfections I am still God's choice. And this has brought mixed emotions to people who see themselves being perfect and better than me. Little did they know that once...Published: 05 Jun 2018 at 09:42hrs | 17 | by Eric Shikobela
A mother's touch, a mysterious hand!
I have made her my home, while I have never seen her face. A home that I feel warm, protected and well provided for. I am slowly but surely being formed by God within her. She is the only home I know....Published: 08 May 2018 at 23:17hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
Mother of the nation!
Good day Sir/Madam,I hope this email finds you well. Below I wrote my tribute to Winnie Mandela. Kindly publish it. Pictures attached, I thank you!THE MOTHER OF OUR NATIONThe d...Published: 09 Apr 2018 at 15:54hrs | | by Mr Eric Shikobela
That's why I run, for human rights!
A wise men can teach you ways of wisdom. A strong men can teach you how to rely on your inner strength. A rich men can teach you how to invest your money. A good leader can teach you how to follow you...Published: 18 Mar 2018 at 07:21hrs | 1 | by Eric Shikobela
Computer vs human mind!
To people who work with a computer to service clients, let me give you a free lesson. The fact that what I am telling you doesn't appear on the computer doesn't necessarily mean my information i...Published: 29 Jan 2018 at 16:19hrs | 2 | by Eric Shikobela
Have a moment of reflection!
Many people do not only cebrate the new year. But they strongly rejoice with the hope that a new year will bringfort new opportunities and blessings for them. This is a good feeling inspired by the be...Published: 06 Jan 2018 at 06:41hrs | 1 | by Eric Shikobela
I have a higher calling
I know I have a calling bigger than my self, but not bigger than my hope. A call to heal and unite my motherland against all odds. Sometimes we choose who we want to be, but who we have to be chooses ...Published: 30 Oct 2017 at 06:17hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
I have a higher calling
I know I have a calling bigger than my self, but not bigger than my hope. A call to heal and unite my motherland against all odds. Sometimes we choose who we want to be, but who we have to be chooses ...Published: 03 Oct 2017 at 11:30hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
'Tears of a women, hope of the nation'
South Africa commemorates Women's Month in August as a tribute to the thousands of women who marched to the Union Buildings on 9 August 1956 in protest against the extension of Pass Laws to women. At ...Published: 17 Aug 2017 at 07:29hrs | 1 | by Eric Shikobela
The other side of life!
Life is not easy and it has never been. It comes with challenges, difficulties, pain and betrayal to go through any day. Everyday we are faced with challenges as a nation just like any other nation ou...Published: 26 Jul 2017 at 09:39hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
A nation with priorities!
Life is not easy and it has never been easy. The blame game always take things from better to worse, because these no accountability. And were these no accountability then maturity and progress will a...Published: 06 Jul 2017 at 06:51hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
Voice of the Nation
Many South Africans until this day they have no voice in their mother land. Some try to shout louder with the hope that someone might look with care but no body cares. Some try to persist with the men...Published: 08 May 2017 at 15:22hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
Change begins with you!
South Africa is a blessed and beautiful country. And it carries all the resources and capabilities to lead Africa and to stand "head to head" with the world's great countries. South Africa is blessed ...Published: 21 Mar 2017 at 07:20hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
Changing the mindset !!!
Many people become exited and full of hope at the beginning of every new year. It's a behaviour simply intrigued by the mindset, a mindset that is influenced by the believe based on " a new year will ...Published: 16 Jan 2017 at 11:52hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
To be a religious leader in the past was a sacred call
The cash vs the call! In the past to be a religious leader it was a sacred call, that religious people believed that only God can call religious leaders to serve on the holy alter. And this call was r...Published: 11 Jul 2016 at 08:51hrs | | by Prophet Eric Shikobela
Democracy must benefit all South Africans!
South Africa is a democratic country as we all know that. In a democratic country people are suppose to be governed through the constitution. This country has been through a lot in the past, a lot of ...Published: 12 May 2016 at 17:10hrs | | by Eric Shikobela
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