Coronavirus

An unprecedented crisis: The economic ramifications of Covid-19

Article Quentin du Plessis - 4 Apr 2020

The ways in which we respond to the coronavirus pandemic will determine the world that greets us when we emerge from lockdown

Jair Bolsonaro: the president who ‘ordered his country to die’

Article Benjamin Fogel - 4 Apr 2020

The Brazilian president broke self-isolation, despite being exposed to Covid-19, and has encouraged his supporters to do the same, while his health minister battles to contain the crisis

Covid-19’s silver lining: A taste of a post-development world

Article Casper Lӧtter - 4 Apr 2020

The coronavirus epidemic has thrown issues such as gross income and ownership inequality into the spotlight, as we try to find ways to navigate through this crisis

A week in lockdown: SA Covid-19 cases at 1 505

Article Lester Kiewit - 3 Apr 2020

The health department says it is awaiting confirmation on whether two deaths in Kwazulu-Natal are related to the coronavirus disease

‘Frustrated’ police resort to force

Article Lester Kiewit - 2 Apr 2020

Regulation uncertainty leaves slap-happy police and soldiers to decide when people should or shouldn’t be allowed on the streets

DRC in mourning as funeral parties banned

Africa Samir Tounsi - 2 Apr 2020

Numerous countries around the world have adopted similar measures to try to counter Covid-19

Spliffs down, scrubs up

Analysis Paddy Harper - 2 Apr 2020

It’s time to shut up, listen, think about the effect of your words and actions and continue washing like a madman

Tension over who’s boss of courts

Article Franny Rabkin - 2 Apr 2020

In a letter, Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng questions whether Justice Minister Ronald Lamola has acted constitutionally

Health couple fear for their kids

Article Bongekile Macupe - 2 Apr 2020

Doctor and a respiratory therapist have hygiene rules in place but no one to look after their children while they work

Stay at home, Cyril said. But what about the homeless?

Article Simon Allison & Paddy Harper - 2 Apr 2020

In Tshwane, forcing homeless people off the street resulted in chaos and the abuse of a vulnerable population. In Durban, a smooth, well-planned operation fared far better

Do not suffer alone, develop a daily routine

Article Bongekile Macupe - 2 Apr 2020

Itis normal that people will feel anxious and scared because it is difficult to escape what is happening in the country and globally relating to the coronavirus pandemic.

Who takes care of essential workers?

Article Bongekile Macupe - 2 Apr 2020

The M&G will continue to examine how people are coping and give ideas of what people are doing to help themselves and each other.

Odd drop in how Covid-19 numbers grow

Article Athandiwe Saba - 2 Apr 2020

As the country hunkers down for a second week of lockdown, how reliable is the data available and will it enable a sound decision for whether South Africans can leave their homes on April 16?

‘The thing I miss the most? Not seeing Liverpool lift the trophy’

Article Paddy Harper - 2 Apr 2020

Titch Fraser. a resident of the Ocean View old aged home in Musgrave, Durban describes what he finds as the worst things during the lockdown

Lockdown heroes feed hungry kids

Article Lester Kiewit - 2 Apr 2020

Feeding schemes inundated with requests to assist during Covid-19 lockdown

Beware, the cybervirus criminals want you

Article Thando Maeko - 2 Apr 2020

During times of crisis, people turn to trusted sources for accurate information. This leaves them vulnerable to cybercriminals

Small trade, foreigners in a funding fix

Article Tshegofatso Mathe - 2 Apr 2020

Incomes are on the line because only 100% South African-owned businesses qualify for assistance

Covid-19 lockdown rules relaxed as positive tests near 1 500

Article Kiri Rupiah - 2 Apr 2020

Some “unintended consequences” dealt with and minister warns Western Cape on cigarettes

12 3...5 Page 1 of 5

Press Releases

Special Reports

New energy mix on the cards

Derek Davey - 3 Apr 2020

REI4P already has and will continue to yield thousands of employment opportunities

Special Reports

The online value of executive education in a Covid-19 world

Staff Reporter - 27 Mar 2020

Executive education courses further develop the skills of leaders in the workplace

Special Reports

Sisa Ntshona urges everyone to stay home, and consider travelling later

Staff Reporter - 26 Mar 2020

Sisa Ntshona has urged everyone to limit their movements in line with government’s request

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele’s special AGM postponed until further notice

Staff Reporter - 24 Mar 2020

An arrangement has been announced for shareholders and retailers to receive a 77.5% cash payout

Special Reports

20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

Staff Reporter - 23 Mar 2020

Teachers are seldom recognised but they are indispensable to the country's education system

Special Reports

Awards affirm the vital work that teachers do

Thabo Mohlala - 23 Mar 2020

Government is committed to empowering South Africa’s teachers with skills, knowledge and techniques for a changing world

Special Reports

2020 Humanities Award winners reflect a contribution to diversity and social justice, echoing South Africa’s socioeconomic condition

Anele Ngcoya - 23 Mar 2020

The HSS Awards ensure that the humanities and social sciences thrive

Special Reports

SAB Zenzele special AGM rescheduled to March 25 2020

Staff Reporter - 18 Mar 2020

New voting arrangements are being made to safeguard the health of shareholders