Zimbabwe is positioning itself as a global leader in mining and processing lithium, a critical energy transition mineral. But these ambitious plans come at a cost
The king’s relatives want all assets to be retained until the court cases against him end
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South Africans need to be better informed about democracy and become active citizens
This is an edited extract from The Child, the new novel by South African writer Alistair Mackay
The fact that Chinese parents invest heavily in their children’s education -– and the learners themselves are driven to achieve — contributes to their facility for maths
Explore the state of South African democracy 30 years post-apartheid. Discover the alarming rise in political assassinations and voter apathy leading up to the 2024 elections.
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A Cape Town woman claims she almost bled to death after a pharmacist dispensed the incorrect drug
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Proactively intercepting violent criminals prevents the killing of the innocent