Politics

Ramaphosa’s tumultuous 2025

By Lunga Mzangwe

Diplomacy, domestic strains and a test of political authority underlined this year’s presidency

Politics

ANCYL ‘will sell its votes to highest bidder’, insiders say

By Lunga Mzangwe

National

Batohi exits NPA on a sour note

By Nkateko Joseph Mabasa

Business

Competition Commission to look into complaint over Actom’s acquisition of SSPM

By Brian Sokutu

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The global workforce is in flux. Rapid technological advancement, climate imperatives, demographic shifts and economic uncertainty are reshaping work as we know it. More than 170 million new jobs will be created — and 92 million lost — by the end of the decade and about 40% of current job skills will become obsolete, according […]

By Jamaine Krige

Breaking the MBA mould – A radical rethink of business education for the real world

The old MBA is dead. Or at least it should be, according to Milpark Business School. Under the leadership of director Segran Nair, the school has rebuilt its MBA from the ground up to tackle the real, messy complexity of today’s business landscape. Climate uncertainty, economic volatility, digital disruption and social inequality demand a new […]

By Jamaine Krige

Super tool or shortcut? How artificial intelligence is forcing a rethink of business education

Not too long ago, artificial intelligence (AI) was a futuristic buzzword in business schools; now it’s an ever-present classmate that cannot be ignored. From streamlining assignments to sparking debate on the future of education, tools such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, Notion AI and Perplexity are reshaping how students learn, how faculties teach and how qualifications are […]

By Jamaine Krige

Juggling degrees and demands – How mid-career students can protect their mental health

Returning to university as a mid-career professional is a bold and often transformative decision, but it can also be mentally and emotionally taxing. Delia Hamlett, an educational psychologist who works closely with adult learners, says that although these students bring valuable life experience to the classroom, they also face a unique set of mental health […]

By Jamaine Krige

Strategy, storytelling and digital transformation – Business education to bridge creativity and commerce

For Gugulethu Tshimanga, returning to university wasn’t about perfect timing — it was about purpose. As the senior regional social media specialist for EMEA at Infobip, a global communications platform, she leads social media strategy across multiple markets. “I’m a curious thinker, a collaborative leader and someone who genuinely values authenticity and meaningful connection,” she […]

By Jamaine Krige

Soft skills, hard results – Why leaders who connect are the ones who succeed

Technical expertise might get you the job — but it’s emotional intelligence, clear communication and the ability to connect that will keep you there and move you forward. According to Melini Moses, communications strategist and founder of Express Yourself, soft skills are now leadership essentials. “They’re not separate from strategy — they are strategy.” With […]

Thought Leader

Gearing to meet SDG goals

By Arthur GO Mutambara

Sustainable Development Goals’ state of play: Why humanity is failing on the journey to 2030

Great Lakes strife calls for no bias

By Albert Rudatsimburwa

US partiality towards one party risks subverting mediator role in Washington Process

From s***holes to summits

By Wellington Muzengeza

To call Mogadishu ‘garbage’ while extolling Botswana’s diamonds in the same sentence is not diplomacy; it is duplicity

A Tribute to Magashe Titus Mafolo

By Tlhabane Dan Motaung

How I experienced Bro Ti: A natural and an original South African intellectual

Friday

Navigating ethics and art

A spirit walk with Kelly Khumalo

Remembering Pops Mohamed

More Than A Festival: Inside the Milk + Cookies Music Week Mission

DJ Biza letting the music speak after two silent years

The Green Guardian

Unsafe water found in taps, water storage tanks across South Africa, citizen tests reveal

By Sheree Bega

Scientists tested South Africa’s water. What they found was alarming: E. coli, sewage pollution and unsafe drinking water reaching directly into homes

Unsafe water found in taps, water storage tanks across South Africa, citizen tests reveal

Foul: Pigs root in sludge in Emfuleni municipality. (Photo: Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Abalone trafficking fuels crime and coastal poverty in South Africa

By Sheree Bega

Illegal trade has devastated populations, fuelled organised crime, and deepened poverty in coastal communities, while law enforcement struggles to keep pace

After 53 years without sightings, elusive lizard found alive

By Sheree Bega

From ‘lost’ to living: blue-tailed sandveld lizard rediscovered in Mozambique national park

Climate, pollution, biodiversity: UN report sounds global alarm

By Sheree Bega

Transforming economies, energy systems and food production could prevent millions of deaths and halt biodiversity loss, the UN’s latest report finds

A Confident Year for South African Tourism

Finding joy in a South African summer

For Thandiwe Mathibela, General Manager for Global PR, Communications and Stakeholder Relations and Acting Chief Marketing Officer at South African Tourism, the global brand campaign “South Africa Awaits – Come Find Your Joy” has been more than a marketing exercise. It is an invitation to see the country through new eyes. “The campaign began with […]

Why business events are vital to South Africa’s visitor economy

Business events are no longer just meetings or conferences – they are a powerful engine for South Africa’s visitor economy. In 2023, the sector was valued at an estimated R122bn, up from R72bn in 2022, underlining its growing significance in job creation, regional development, and economic diversification. As chief conventions bureau officer at South African […]

Homegrown travel still powers South Africa’s tourism recovery

Domestic tourism is still the pulse of South Africa’s visitor economy, driving local employment and sustaining the sector through uncertainty. Head of Domestic Tourism Mashoto Mokgethi says South Africans themselves remain the industry’s greatest strength. “Domestic tourism is the backbone of our economy,” she says. “It keeps the sector alive throughout the year and ensures […]

Raising the standard: A year in review for South Africa’s visitor experience

For Bronwen Auret, Chief Quality Assurance Officer at the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa, 2025 was a year defined by confidence and renewal. “Visitor experience is at the heart of South Africa’s tourism story,” she says. “When travellers feel safe, inspired and valued, they become our best ambassadors.” This year marked 25 years of […]

How tourism SMMEs can make big bucks this December

The December holiday rush is more than a busy season; it is a powerful opportunity for small tourism businesses to boost revenue and build long-term visibility. KwaZulu-Natal alone expects more than two million visitors this festive season, generating around R13 billion in economic activity. For South Africa’s small, medium and micro enterprises, this is the […]

Motoring

Volvo EX30 Cross Country review: It’s great, but I still prefer the original

Despite the ruggedness and effortless driving, it neither falls into the supercar or the off-road category, which is why I would rather just go for the regular EX30

Toyota Hilux Legend 55 vs Nissan Navara Warrior: A battle that feeds into the next generation

Both editions are absolute beasts in every department, but the interiors require some attention and will be addressed in the new models coming next year

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV diary: Two months and not a drop of fuel was filled

But, it still works out more expensive than jumping into an entry Tiggo 7 Pro

Head turner: The Audi RS3 Sportback

The brilliance of the RS3 lies in its duality. It’s a proper hyper hatch, with performance figures that rival exotic machinery, yet it still offers the practicality of a five-door compact

Not ruined, but evolved: The electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Other than its hefty price tag, Mercedes-Benz has led by example, showing how brands can electrify their vehicles without losing their identity

Audi SQ8 review: The middle child that got all the love

Audi has blended performance and luxury perfectly to make this model well worth it

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Why Khulisa is South Africa’s next big step in tackling malnutrition

The link between nutrition and education is undeniable – a hungry child cannot learn effectively, and a malnourished child faces lifelong disadvantages. The Tiger Brands Foundation (TBF) has long recognised this truth, and its Khulisa Strategy (a five-year strategy and the path to TBF’s 2035 vision) represents a bold, necessary step forward in tackling malnutrition […]

After BlackRock’s record 2025 inflows: Why Eden Miner is the top “post-ETF” strategy for 2026

As Wall Street buys up the spot supply, smart investors are moving beyond “Hodling” to generate “Daily Cash Flow” via Eden Miner’s hashrate contracts. [ Global Market Watch | December 2025 Edition ] [ Market Review: The ETF Frenzy & Its Flaw ] According to the latest data from BlackRock’s iShares, 2025 was the wildest […]

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South African crypto firm Ezeebit secures $2M seed funding to boost Stablecoin use across Africa

South African startup, Ezeebit, is making progress in the quickly changing world of digital finance. The cryptocurrency payment firm, which is regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), has received $2.05 million in seed funding. Founder Collective, a US-based group, led this round of funding as stablecoins become more accepted in Africa. Founded in […]

The best metrics to track to achieve low-risk online slots gameplay

Slots are an entertaining casino game, but they can draw you in as the reels keep spinning. Analyze these metrics to maintain a low-risk gameplay strategy to safeguard your bankroll. You can spin through the best slots with real prizes by evaluating return to player (RTP), slot volatility, and other important metrics. Return To Player […]

South Africa’s business scene is set for rapid change, and online trading finds itself firmly at the heart of it all

From online start-ups to thriving online trading platforms, South Africa stands at the threshold of a new era. Below are some trends and factors that are making traders and businesspeople take notice. As someone who has been observing South Africa’s business environment for several years, you would have noticed that among all the changes, there […]

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