Jane Rosenthal

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Kingsolver evokes US turmoil

Article Jane Rosenthal - 1 Feb 2019

Her latest novel weaves the past with the present and people’s responses to the present and future

To reckon with Winnie’s ghost

Article Jane Rosenthal - 30 Nov 2018

This is not comfortable reading, says Sisonke Msimang

‘Homeland’ is a thriller, but one with depth

Article Jane Rosenthal - 23 Nov 2018

Karin Brynard's novel questions what outsiders have brought to the Khomani Bushmen, including those who profess to support them.

Dangarembga builds on her two earlier books

Article Jane Rosenthal - 2 Nov 2018

Here the protagonist is in her 30s, and she again narrates her story herself with an interesting distancing to reflect the divisions in her being.

An expat’s return explores intimacy

Article Jane Rosenthal - 12 Oct 2018

The novel deals with intimacy and trust, and finding one’s place in the world.

Life and death of a little river

Article Jane Rosenthal - 27 Jul 2018

A daughter of the 1820 Settlers looks at events that ruthlessly shaped the lives of those linked to the Kowie River

Mending severed histories with returning shades

Article Jane Rosenthal - 13 Jul 2018

This novel weaves colonial fact and ancestral memory in contemporary Eastern Cape life

Self-reflections of an activist

Article Jane Rosenthal - 24 Nov 2017

Mark Heywood's book avoids plain history. Instead it encourages its readers to reflect.

New life recalls ‘mad’ SA hero

Article Jane Rosenthal - 23 Sep 2016

Rejected by the Empire, beloved in South Africa, Hobhouse stood for justice, feminism and pacifism

Convincing characters live on in debut novel by well-known playwright

Article Jane Rosenthal - 13 Jul 2016

Ameera Patel has produced a book that reads like a fast-paced thriller but it has real depth.

‘From Man to Man’: Olive Schreiner’s tender feminist ode

Article Jane Rosenthal - 24 Jun 2016

The writer’s humane spirit shines through in a reissue of her novel that was closest to her heart: 'From Man to Man'.

14 stops to transformation

Article Jane Rosenthal - 2 Jun 2016

This collection of stories centres on the ‘slow road to purgatory’, from broken relationships to Huletts sugar-sachet wisdom.

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Press Releases

Special Reports

Itec serves up high-tech integrated surveillance system for family food company

special reports - 27 Oct 2020

The system includes facial recognition software and a thermal screening solution that will provide instant temperature screening of all employees

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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'