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High court offers hope for lesser flamingos at ‘cesspool’ Kamfers Dam
The Green Guardian
/ 22 April 2025

High court offers hope for lesser flamingos at ‘cesspool’ Kamfers Dam

BirdLife South Africa celebrates the ruling to save imperilled site

By Sheree Bega
After the white smoke: What the pope’s death means in a world on fire
Thought Leader
/ 22 April 2025

After the white smoke: What the pope’s death means in a world on fire

While the Vatican decides whether to choose a moderate successor, or someone who will continue his bold work, we must raise our voices against injustice and oppression.

By Ali Ridha Khan
Half of SA teachers want out because of violence, exhaustion
Education
/ 22 April 2025

Half of SA teachers want out because of violence, exhaustion

Fifty percent of the country’s teachers may leave the profession in 10 years, threatening education quality and rural staffing

By Umamah Bakharia
South Africa’s energy future lies in innovation
Columns
/ 21 April 2025

South Africa’s energy future lies in innovation

Consumers responded to load-shedding by installing solar energy. In response, Eskom chose higher tariffs instead of encouraging the move to clean energy

By Daniel Novitzkas and Gerjo Hoffman
Sterkfontein Caves reopened after safety upgrades
National
/ 21 April 2025

Sterkfontein Caves reopened after safety upgrades

The international landmark closed in 2023 after heavy rainfall caused soil movement that threatened safety

By Umamah Bakharia
Why Pope Francis’s papacy mattered for Africa
Columns
/ 21 April 2025

Why Pope Francis’s papacy mattered for Africa

Pope Francis, the first Jesuit and Latin American pope, leaves a legacy of reform, compassion, and advocacy for the poor, reshaping the Catholic Church’s global mission

By Stan Chu Ilo
South Africa needs innovation by design to fix fragile, failing systems
Thought Leader
/ 21 April 2025

South Africa needs innovation by design to fix fragile, failing systems

We must go beyond resilience to build systems that can survive disruptions, self-correct and grow better from them, turning stress into strength

By Sara Grobbelaar
Female pastor successful in constructive dismissal claim
Thought Leader
/ 20 April 2025

Female pastor successful in constructive dismissal claim

Judgment confirms that where employers fail to properly address grievances or mitigate the cause of a complaint, a constructive dismissal claim may succeed

By Deon Visagie and Jamie Jacobs
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 Makgakga
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
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
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
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 Makgakga
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
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