Govan Whittles

Govan Whittles is a general news and political multimedia journalist at the Mail & Guardian. Born in King William's Town in the Eastern Cape, he cut his teeth as a radio journalist at Primedia Broadcasting. He produced two documentaries and one short film for the Walter Sisulu University, and enjoys writing about grassroots issues, national politics, identity, heritage and hip-hop culture.

ANC won’t demand more resignations after Nene quits

Article Govan Whittles - 10 Oct 2018

The ANC’s deputy secretary general says the governing party is perceived as being on trial at the state capture inquiry

More heads must roll – EFF

Article Dineo Bendile & Govan Whittles - 9 Oct 2018

The Economic Freedom Fighters now want President Ramaphosa to fire Ministers Bathabile Dlamini and Malusi Gigaba

Labour regroups after damp-squib jobs summit

Article Govan Whittles - 8 Oct 2018

The presidential jobs summit failed to yield a moratorium from big business on job cuts, sending labour back to the drawing board

Police can smoke out dagga farmers

Article Govan Whittles - 5 Oct 2018

Agriculture minister Senzeni Zokwana has told Eastern Cape cannabis farmers not to expect protection from his department

Cape Flats groups meet with parly over gangsterism and rape

Article Govan Whittles - 3 Oct 2018

Hundreds marched to call for intervention against corrupt police and crime

More irrigation, less migration

Africa Govan Whittles - 28 Sep 2018

The effect of climate change in Africa’s semi-arid countries is driving young people out of rural areas into cities

Communities reject Mantashe’s mining charter

Article Govan Whittles - 27 Sep 2018

Community umbrella body Macua says consultation road shows were short and the process flawed

Police commissioner tells cops to let the stoners blaze

Article Govan Whittles - 26 Sep 2018

In a directive seen by the M&G, police are advised to immediately cease the arrest of people found in possession of cannabis

Arrests made in Cape Town shutdown protests

Article Govan Whittles - 25 Sep 2018

Protests are underway in Bishop Lavis, Manenberg, Hanover Park, Nyanga, Gugulethu and Mitchells Plain

Stoners guide to #dagga judgement: It’s not safe to smoke

Article Govan Whittles - 21 Sep 2018

Parliament may define what is a ‘private place’ and how much cannabis could constitute dealing

Gareth Prince is still burning to be a lawyer

Article Govan Whittles - 21 Sep 2018

During his first court appearance Prince learnt that 'the disrespect and disgust for our indigenous people and our practices were quite apparent'

EFF spurns DA, woos ANC

Article Matuma Letsoalo Author, Dineo Bendile & Govan Whittles - 31 Aug 2018

The ruling party and Economic Freedom Fighters may cosy up after metro battles leave the Democratic Alliance bloodied

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Press Releases

Special Reports

Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection