A classic bandit extortion strategy is to set homes and grain stores on fire to intimidate individuals into paying up.
Witnessing 9/11 in New York, the fear and the unity, no one could agree if we were entering a new world, or a depressingly familiar one
When the next terrorist attacks come, will US presidents be able to channel public demand for revenge by precise targeting, explaining the trap that terrorists set, and focusing on creating resilience in US responses?
They want to be compensated for shattered dreams, material losses, cattle impounded and never returned, goats killed, homes burnt to ashes, and their dignity stripped when they were forcibly removed
She combines a fighting spirit with a commitment to feminist and ubuntu ethics — qualities that will drive change at the institution
The economy grew for the fourth consecutive quarter, but the country is playing catch-up to its peers
1D Small hotel behind Paternosterbaai Centre sinks (6)
This content is restricted to subscribers only.
Join the M&G Community
Our commitment at the Mail & Guardian is to ensure every reader enjoys the finest experience. Join the M&G community and support us in delivering in-depth news to you consistently.
Subscribe
Subscription enables:
- – M&G community membership
- – independent journalism
- – access to all premium articles & features
- – a digital version of the weekly newspaper
- – invites to subscriber-only events
- – the opportunity to test new online features first
Already a subscriber?
Login here.
The correctional services commissioner (and former spy boss tied to state capture) overruled the medical board’s dismissal of the former president’s application for parole
The short film Container, which straddles virtual reality and fine art installation, provides a visceral re-examination of both historical and late capitalism