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The God Edition | Prayer and the spirit of ubuntu
Columns
/ 20 April 2025

The God Edition | Prayer and the spirit of ubuntu

Nichiren Buddhism can awaken our highest nature, foster compassion and change suffering into strength

By Loren Braithwaite-Kabosha
The God Edition | Secularism is the bridge to harmony and democracy
Columns
/ 19 April 2025

The God Edition | Secularism is the bridge to harmony and democracy

Religious organisations, political leaders and citizens all have a role to play in defending the principle of secularism

By Martin Meyer
The God Edition | Where is God when we suffer?
Columns
/ 18 April 2025

The God Edition | Where is God when we suffer?

It’s a valid question often asked by those questioning the existence of the Divine

By Lyse Comins
The God Edition | In South Africa, a pricey path to becoming demon slayers
Columns
/ 18 April 2025

The God Edition | In South Africa, a pricey path to becoming demon slayers

When politics resembles possession, the Vatican should offer group rates for exorcising elected officials

By Des Erasmus
South Africa mourns the loss of celebrated actor Don Mlangeni Nawa
Friday
/ 16 April 2025

South Africa mourns the loss of celebrated actor Don Mlangeni Nawa

The versatile actor was known for his decades-long impact on local television, including his role as Zebedee Matabane on Isidingo

By Lesego Chepape
EFF accuses ANC of ‘using’ it in government of national unity and budget talks
Politics
/ 16 April 2025

EFF accuses ANC of ‘using’ it in government of national unity and budget talks

The Economic Freedom Fighters say the ANC only holds discussions with them during times of political crisis

By Mandisa Nyathi
US designation of Polisario Front as foreign terrorist group will create new problems for SA
Columns
/ 16 April 2025

US designation of Polisario Front as foreign terrorist group will create new problems for SA

South Africa’s banking system could come under scrutiny and the country may attract targeted sanctions if it does not follow the US lead.

By Michael Walsh
Union demands pension fund for domestic workers
National
/ 14 April 2025

Union demands pension fund for domestic workers

About 850 000 people are employed as domestic workers in South Africa, contributing to 5.2% of the country’s total employment

By Umamah Bakharia
The despot next door: King Mswati’s greed and repression are a growing threat to southern Africa
Columns
/ 14 April 2025

The despot next door: King Mswati’s greed and repression are a growing threat to southern Africa

As Swaziland descends deeper into dictatorship, the monarch’s influence is spreading, and his alliance with Jacob Zuma threatens the region’s democratic future

By Velaphi Mamba
Cryptic Crossword JDE 475
Crossword
/ 10 April 2025

Cryptic Crossword JDE 475

16 Put off to go for smoke (4)

By George Euvrard
Lebo M’s legacy goes live
Friday
/ 9 April 2025

Lebo M’s legacy goes live

The multi-talented South African musician is set to celebrate his career with a performance in Cape Town

By Lesego Chepape
Seven signs you’ve found the right home — and when to walk away
Thought Leader
/ 9 April 2025

Seven signs you’ve found the right home — and when to walk away

Purchasing a property is a huge decision. Here’s how to get it right.

By Eva August
We need to rethink South Africa’s growth model
Thought Leader
/ 9 April 2025

We need to rethink South Africa’s growth model

The country needs to embrace productivity-led growth to ensure sustainable economic development, foster employment and spur innovation.

By Ashley Nyiko Mabasa
How reverse osmosis plants will address acid mine drainage and water stress in Gauteng
The Green Guardian
/ 9 April 2025

How reverse osmosis plants will address acid mine drainage and water stress in Gauteng

This initiative aims to recycle contaminated water, reduce reliance on potable water and address environmental concerns

By Sheree Bega
Hollywood whirlwind: Prowse, Sinatra & the six-week engagement
Friday
/ 9 April 2025

Hollywood whirlwind: Prowse, Sinatra & the six-week engagement

She fell for Sinatra, dazzled Hollywood, but wouldn’t trade her spotlight for a ring — no matter how big

By Juliet E Prowse
Civil society demands action on sexual violence in schools
Education
/ 8 April 2025

Civil society demands action on sexual violence in schools

The department of basic education said it would take additional steps to vet teachers against the national register for sex offenders

By Umamah Bakharia
No standing order to record witness statements, court hears in Joslin Smith kidnapping trial
National
/ 8 April 2025

No standing order to record witness statements, court hears in Joslin Smith kidnapping trial

Sergeant Dawid Fortuin was being cross-examined by attorney Nobahle Mkabayi, acting for accused two, Steveno van Rhyn

By Des Erasmus
Zimbabwe becomes first country in the world to abolish tariffs
Thought Leader
/ 8 April 2025

Zimbabwe becomes first country in the world to abolish tariffs

Whether intentionally or by accident, the country has set a complex precedent that could shape the future of global trade dynamics.

By Craig Moffat & EM Hoza
ANC and DA divided on future of coalition
Politics
/ 8 April 2025

ANC and DA divided on future of coalition

The ANC has bought itself time to decide whether to expel its constantly restive coalition partner

By Lunga Mzangwe, Emsie Ferreira and Mandisa Nyathi
South African agriculture on sound footing, despite Trump tariffs
Thought Leader
/ 8 April 2025

South African agriculture on sound footing, despite Trump tariffs

We do need to focus on the tariffs but we should not ignore other essential interventions for the long-term growth of local agriculture

By Wandile Sihlobo
Born Free: Will the GNU survive? Can the ANC and DA reconcile after the budget? – Podcast episode two.
Thought Leader
/ 8 April 2025

Born Free: Will the GNU survive? Can the ANC and DA reconcile after the budget? – Podcast episode two.

Born Free is a bold, unfiltered voice for South Africa’s youth

By Misunderstood
Kafka’s Ape is brave, gripping, important theatre
Friday
/ 7 April 2025

Kafka’s Ape is brave, gripping, important theatre

In a one-man show that has been touring the world for years, a larger-than-life actor offers theatre at its pure, raw, fearless best

By Keith Bain
World health: Progress after Covid — then Trump struck
Thought Leader
/ 7 April 2025

World health: Progress after Covid — then Trump struck

On World Health Day, let’s not lose sight of hope, of taking action to make sure we create societies in which our children can not only survive but thrive

By Mark Tomlinson
State unveils five-year plan to protect 3 592km of coastline
The Green Guardian
/ 7 April 2025

State unveils five-year plan to protect 3 592km of coastline

The focus of the new coastal plan is on climate resilience, ecosystem restoration and equitable prosperity

By Sheree Bega
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max shows that luxury doesn’t need to empty your pockets
Motoring
/ 7 April 2025

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max shows that luxury doesn’t need to empty your pockets

The brand has been successful since returning to South Africa and the price of its flagship model is one of the reasons why

By Eyaaz Matwadia
The lies behind the e-cigarette industry’s claims about reducing smoking
Thought Leader
/ 7 April 2025

The lies behind the e-cigarette industry’s claims about reducing smoking

Measures must be taken to ensure that consumers and policymakers are not misled by industry-funded pseudo-science

By Catherine Egbe
Harare’s fiscal paradox: A devolved city starved of resources
Opinion
/ 6 April 2025

Harare’s fiscal paradox: A devolved city starved of resources

By law, powers and functions are devolved to local government but the ruling Zanu-PF’s ideology is to control municipalities

By Nnaemeka Ohamadike and Ian Palmer
Truth and lies in the GNU faux pas
Opinion
/ 5 April 2025

Truth and lies in the GNU faux pas

Here and worldwide people are feeling detached from society and lonely, so they grab onto populist political leaders and parties

By Donovan E Williams
Building confidence builds the economy
Opinion
/ 5 April 2025

Building confidence builds the economy

Real estate investment trusts are booming, reporting strong results for the interim period ending December

By Ash Müller
African gothic reclaimed with a story of seers
Friday
/ 5 April 2025

African gothic reclaimed with a story of seers

Siphiwe Gloria Ndlovu’s novel is a profound exploration of power, memory and the cost of knowledge

By Rodney Ghobril
Popo Molefe: From politics to fixing potholes
National
/ 5 April 2025

Popo Molefe: From politics to fixing potholes

The struggle stalwart debunks narratives about racial discord in South Africa

By Jo-Mangaliso Mdhlela
Who benefits from the budget war?
Editorial
/ 4 April 2025

Who benefits from the budget war?

This is a moment that calls for strong leaders and a united nation. Right now, we don’t have either

By Editorial
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