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Proper sanitation in schools is a human right

Article Cyril Ramaphosa - 30 Nov 2018

In the public-school system, more than 11 000 schools have been provided with flush toilets since 1994

Mandela centenary celebrated in song and dance

Article Staff Reporter - 22 May 2018

'It’s madness to celebrate Mandela and omit Winnie'

100 ways to find the Madiba in you

Article Advertising Supplement - 4 May 2018

Madiba's Journey App allows users to view the attractions on a map, build their own itineraries and share their own journeys on social media

NEC will finalise Zuma transition on Monday— Ramaphosa

Article Govan Whittles - 11 Feb 2018

ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that the ANC NEC will make a final decision on President Jacob Zuma’s fate as head of state on Monday

Gugu Zulu may be no more but his dream, like Mandela’s, endures

Article Staff Reporter - 22 Jul 2016

He came from a poor background, made it to the top and lived a full and happy life.

Madiba: Dancing to the tune of freedom

Article David Osullivan - 12 Feb 2015

The 25th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's release from prison evokes memories of the biggest party Soweto has ever seen.

The magic of Madiba’s dual personality

Article Staff Reporter - 29 Jan 2015

Mandela was a far wilier politician, and could be less saintly, than some other portrayals would have us believe, writes Robin Renwick.

Photographer says GCIS mum over R20m demand for Madiba image

Article Kwanele Sosibo - 9 Dec 2014

The state agency allegedly responsible for distributing a picture of Madiba globally says it is seeking an amicable resolution to the matter.

Recalibrating the African ‘big man’ image

Article Staff Reporter - 8 Dec 2014

A new book considers the ‘diplomatic afterlife’ of Mandela in relation to former presidents Carter, Clinton and Blair.

Mandela’s long and begrudging walk to Disneyland

Article Verashni Pillay - 5 Dec 2014

Attempts to honour, or cash in on, the world icon have too often bordered on the farcical.

Alex township’s Madiba memory fades

Article Staff Reporter - 5 Dec 2014

Citing heritage concerns, the township’s residents have stonewalled the building of a museum.

Memories of Madiba in Mauritius

Article Staff Reporter - 4 Dec 2014

No less than Madiba found balm for the soul in the magnificent milieu of Mauritius’s Le Saint Géran.

Monstrous shades colours perceptions about role of art

Article Sean Otoole 1 - 13 Nov 2014

A new sculpture that neatly aligns commercial interests with art and our history has the twitterati frothing about apparent opportunism.

Grant Mandela his humanity, guns and all

Article Staff Reporter - 21 Aug 2014

Textbooks erringly cast him as a messiah without flaws and largely divorce him from the ANC.

Mandela mourning period draws to a close

Article Sapa - 14 Jun 2014

Former president Nelson Mandela's family was expected in Qunu on Saturday to mark the end of the mourning period after his death in December.

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Hawks swoop down with more arrests in R1.4-billion corruption blitz

khaya koko - 22 Oct 2020

The spate of arrests for corruption continues apace in Gauteng and the Eastern Cape.

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Sabelo Skiti - 22 Oct 2020

Military health officials are puzzled by the defence department importing a drug that has not been approved for treating coronavirus symptoms from Cuba

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Epic fail: Africa’s Fortnite battle

Eyaaz Matwadia - 22 Oct 2020

Forced onto the backfoot by poor ping and overseas servers, African gamers are getting creative in an attempt to play one of the biggest competitive games. In the second instalment of our gaming corner, we chat to some of the innovators

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

Special Reports

Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

Special Reports

Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'

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Secure your business from cyber threats

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

Many business-grade security systems now have built-in learning systems and AI to help businesses stay up to date with protection