While the president’s predicament is creating uncertainty, the work of forging a durable social compact has struggled to gain traction. Why?
Whistleblowers need more support and encouragement to provide this vital aspect of a democratic and uncorrupted society
The families of slain student activists have been waiting an agonising 40 years for justice and closure
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The president has given the country an extra day off, because Christmas Day falls on a Sunday
This is a fatal blow for the former women’s league leader, shortly before the ruling party’s national elective conference
Civil society and stakeholder engagements, as well as collective action, are essential ingredients for the long-term success of anti-corruption campaigns
A one-man performance at The Theatre Linden reflects on the turbulent Aids crisis of the 1980s
World Science Forum panel of gender experts will explain why intersectionality is key to producing relevant, equitable and just science
High economic cost of gender-based violence should further motivate governments to take action
The militant group is supposed to be on the back foot, but it retains the capacity to execute deadly raids in the capital city
Mercenary boss says Lemekhani Nathan Nyirenda, who died in Russia’s war on Ukraine in August, wanted to ‘repay Africa’s debts’ to Russia
Whatever public administration model we follow, coherence and effectiveness can only be achieved on the back of a values-based systemic professional public service that has the appropriate technical and managerial skill
Webex Hologram is Cisco’s hybrid work collaboration tool that uses reality headsets to combine meeting functionality with 3D holograms
With 130 foreign-born players in action, and the impressive Moroccans fielding a mostly diaspora team, Bafana coaches should look abroad for new talent
African industrial cooperation should facilitate sharing of technology, market access and information on commodity supplies among private enterprises in member states.
Negative attitudes such as homophobia, ableism, xenophobia and HIV stigma are some of the main barriers to achieving gender equity
Unbearable poverty has finally ignited an uprising in the tiny kingdom and Mswati’s police and army officers are the first targets
The interplay between climate change and the spread of pathogens means health systems must be ready for future crises and ensure equitable access to treatment
Treat yourself at home daily with everyday retreats. Skincare routines can be meditative, a calm home is a sanctuary, and natural textiles soften a bold look
The Aurum Institute is making it easier for people to get HIV prevention medication
The Hawks are under-resourced and an independent body is required to tackle syndicated organised crime
World Cups are known to launch talented young players. This year’s tournament is no different.
As you celebrate, think of those who are grieving and who don’t have as much as you do
The move towards decriminalising and legalising recreational drug use and drugs is based on scientific evidence
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A panel has found that the president has a case to answer for receiving foreign currency, not reporting it stolen and enabling secret efforts to recover it
With the humanitarian crisis growing, nations involved, particularly Kenya, must press hard for a halt to the insurgent advances and urge Kinshasa and Kigali to reduce tensions
To commemorate World Aids Day on 1 December, here are 10 movies on the subject which educated and entertained us
If the spirit of the step-aside rule is to protect the ANC from public perceptions of corruption, then Ramaphosa meets every aspect of the rule’s aim
The Mail & Guardian’s vow to you is that if we unequivocally pass the tragic point of no return, we will demand the resignation of our president. But we will not do so lightly
At the forefront of debates about the functioning of local government is a question of stability. This discourse is dominated by the attention given to political aspects of instability in metropolitan councils. These emphasise the role that weak coalitions have had in plaguing service delivery provision and clean financial administration. But it is equally vital […]