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Government forges links with traditional leaders in its bid to build local economies and tackle illegal immigration

Adams accuses Mkhwanazi and Khumalo of abusing power

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams told the Madlanga Commission that his role in reporting allegations involving Crime…

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SA and Zambia’s HIV shot dilemma: Demand versus supply

South Africa and Zambia are grappling with a significant challenge in rolling out lenacapavir, a new six-monthly HIV prevention injection. Despite high demand and promising early…

Adams admits he misled Madlanga Commission and had received summons

National Coloured Congress MP Fadiel Adams conceded that he misled the Madlanga Commission when he testified that he had not seen the request to testify on 3 October 2025,…

Seamless Integrated Mobility will see buses, trains and autonomous cars working in sync to reduce congestion. (Photo: Reuters/Joe White

Passenger vehicle sales for July the best since 2014

South Africa's new vehicle market experienced a significant surge in July 2026, with sales reaching 57 708 units. Passenger vehicle sales, contributing 40 912 units, marked the…

Ford Ranger Raptor: A wild dragon that refuses to be tamed

Last year, I tested the impressive BYD Shark 6, which immediately attempted to dethrone the Ford Ranger Raptor when it arrived in South Africa. I remember too clearly the massive…

Taxi boss Msibi, Motsumi, KT Molefe and Sergeant Nkosi plotted to sell phone-grabbers to eSwatini

Evidence leader Matthew Chaskalson detailed WhatsApp exchanges involving taxi boss Jotham “King Mswazi” Msibi and Sergeant Fannie Nkosi in which they discussed an alleged plan to…

Keneilwe Dikoma has cared for her son, Lorato, who has cerebral palsy, for 30 years. She tells us what life has been like.
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‘This is how we do it’: 30 years of caring for a son with cerebral palsy

Keneilwe Dikoma's life changed forever when her son Lorato was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at six months old. For three decades, she has navigated the complexities of care in…

Matlala denies knowing Mchunu, says he hates alleged fixer Mogotsi

Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala denies ever meeting suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu, refuting claims that Mchunu disbanded the Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) at his request.…

Omoda C7: The petrol or PHEV? Does the PHEV actually save you money?

The Omoda C7 offers both petrol and Super Hybrid System (PHEV) variants, each with distinct advantages. This article delves into the financial implications and driving experience…

Matlala refuses to answer Medicare24 questions at Madlanga Commission

Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala asserted privilege over the R360 million Medicare24 contract and denied any connection with suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu and deputy crime…

NSFAS has been placed under administration amid governance and audit failures, with professor Hlengani Mathebula appointed to stabilise student funding operations .

NSFAS faces fresh uncertainty after court suspends administrator

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) faces renewed uncertainty after the Pretoria High Court suspended administrator Professor Hlengani Mathebula and restored the…

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South Africa’s unemployment crisis deepens as jobless rate rises to 33.6%

South Africa's unemployment rate has surged to 33.6%, with 8.5 million people now jobless. Youth unemployment is particularly dire at 47.4%, prompting the South African…

Transport modelling projects that by 2037, peak-hour highway speeds in this province will drop to 10 kilometres per hour.

Gauteng steps up road safety efforts as 5 592km road network gets attention

The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is intensifying its efforts to enhance road safety across the province. Initiatives include extensive road repairs, crucial bridge…

Kaizer Chiefs defender Siboniso Gaxa.

Kaizer Chiefs Vs Mamelodi Sundowns - A classic rivalry of old peers

The highly anticipated Kaizer Chiefs vs Mamelodi Sundowns fixture is set for Saturday, 15 August 2026, at FNB Stadium. While both clubs boast rich histories and massive support,…

Power of Women 2026 nominations are now open

The Mail & Guardian is calling for nominations for the Power of Women 2026, an initiative celebrating extraordinary women whose work, leadership, and ideas are shaping a stronger…

Lest we forget: The Marikana Massacre is remembered as the worst bloodletting in South Africa’s democratic history and is often compared to the Sharpeville massacre of 1960, where 69 people died.

Marikana’s long wait for justice

Fourteen years after 34 mineworkers were killed by police at Marikana, families are still waiting for accountability, while the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) says the…

Cartel: Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) KZN deputy director Len John told the commission that his investigation into Bevan's murder implicated task team. Photo: IOL

KZN gangs infiltrated SAPS task teams

Retired warrant officer Gregory Loftus told the Madlanga Commission that his son, KZN tow truck owner Bevan Loftus, was murdered by police during a bogus Cash-in-Transit…

SOE giants set to create black industrialists

National power utility Eskom is expanding procurement opportunities for South African businesses, anticipating increased electricity demand. CEO Dan Marokane announced this at…

Smart: Super Hybrid System continues to show that plug-in hybrids can bridge the gap between conventional petrol vehicles and fully electric cars.

Omoda C7 SHS: Big power, tiny thirst

The Omoda C7 SHS, featuring Chery Group's Super Hybrid System, proves that electrified vehicles excel in urban environments. This review explores its driving modes, efficiency,…