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One legend, many myths
/ 18 August 2023

One legend, many myths

Rodriguez was bigger than The Beatles in 1970s apartheid South Africa. In this special tribute to the Mexican-American singer-songwriter who died recently, the Mail & Guardian explores the politics, mores and sounds that made him massive then, and also what makes him still relevant today.

Money talks podcast series
/ 17 August 2023

Money talks podcast series

A 6 Part Podcast Series #UnlockWomen about Money, Wealth and the balance of making it all work! Money, money, money! On July 5th, the Mail & Guardian, in partnership with African Bank, aired the inaugural episode of the #UnlockWomen Podcasts. Mikateko Chauke, African Bank’s Head of Strategic Communications & PR, shared her insights on money […]

The Marikana Massacre
/ 12 August 2023

The Marikana Massacre

The Marikana Massacre, which occurred on August 16, 2012, was a tragic and deeply unsettling event in South African history. In the town of Marikana, North West province, tensions between striking mine workers and the authorities reached a devastating climax when police opened fire on the protesters. The workers, primarily employed by Lonmin, a platinum […]

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/ 2 August 2023

Archive Intro

Welcome to our special edition newsletter as we remember Marikana, 11 years on. View the M&G’s documentary that explores what the events on that fateful day tell us about where we stand as a country, or listen to a panel discussion that reflects on the lead up to the massacre and it’s fallout. If you […]

YSA Newsletter #1 Intro
/ 8 June 2023

YSA Newsletter #1 Intro

How much does the world of a young person born in the developed world change when their country reports a “good” growth figure and in this day and age, that’s anything above 2% I suppose? I would hazard a guess that it doesn’t change much. On the surface at least, their water will still run […]

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/ 8 June 2023

Content 200YSA Newsletter #1

Winners will be announced at an Awards Gala Dinner on Thursday, 22 June 2023 200 young South Africans is an annual feature that recognises young South Africans who are trailblazers in their respective fields and industries. This year’s installation of M&G’s 200 Young South Africans boasts over 15 inclusive categories that aim to recognise and […]