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We must question who benefits from black people turning against one another

Makashule Gana of RISE Mzansi questions the systemic failures in South Africa's immigration system, highlighting the ease of illegal entry versus the difficulty of legal…

The Freedom Charter turns a rocky 71

As the Freedom Charter marks 71 years since its adoption, this article reflects on its profound vision for a society founded on equality, citizenship, and shared prosperity, and…

Duty to voters: Geordin Hill-Lewis has defended his proposed changes to the party’s Government of National Unity deployment list. Photo: Supplied

DA shake-up triggers internal revolt

Democratic Alliance leader Geordin Hill-Lewis's proposed reshuffle of Government of National Unity deployments has met with significant internal resistance, as party members…

Control: A nation must know who enters its borders, who resides in them and under what law. Without order, social instability becomes inevitable. Photo: Department of Home Affairs

Resolve the crisis without Afrophobia

Businessman and ANC activist George Dingizulu Moyo, rooted in Alexandra's struggle and with Zimbabwean heritage, reflects on South Africa's immigration crisis. He advocates for…

Johannesburg mayor Dada Morero. (X)

Morero out; ANC Joburg submits only three names for mayoral candidacy

The ANC Johannesburg regional executive committee (REC) has submitted the names of Loyiso Masuku, Makhosi Ndlela, and Jabu Moleketi as its preferred mayoral candidates to the…

Deeply human: Swati Mandela-Dlamini and Zaziwe Manaway in The Trials of Winnie Mandela S1. Photo: Netflix

‘The Trials of Winnie Mandela’: beyond the single story

Explore 'The Trials of Winnie Mandela', a Netflix documentary that offers an authentic, nuanced portrayal of one of South Africa's most fascinating and contested figures.…

Epicentre of the crisis: About 10 000 Malawian nationals facing xenophobia elected to be repatriated and gathered at a migration transit camp in Sherwood, Durban since last Sunday. Photos: Lyse Comins

South Africa cannot deport its way out of regional crisis

South Africa is hurtling towards a precipice pushed by a toxic mix of economic despair, populist political posturing and systemic state failure that threatens to ignite…

Subject of discussion: Ghana MPs call for continental action against xenophobic violence in South Africa. Photo: Parliament of Ghana

Tension at home; citizens quizzed

Growing criticism across Africa questions South Africa's handling of migration, with countries like the Republic of Congo and Malawi initiating repatriation. The backlash is…

Leadership: South African voters must move beyond personality-driven politics and adopt a more disciplined, evidence-based approach. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

How can South African voters avoid electing a Trump-like leader?

Drawing parallels with Donald Trump's presidency, this article explores the potential emergence of a similar leader in South Africa and outlines critical steps citizens can take…

David Maynier moves from education to environment in DA cabinet shake-up

David Maynier has been appointed as the new Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, a move welcomed by conservation and animal welfare organisations hoping for a…

Zambia President Hakainde Hichilema

The case for and against Zambian president’s second presidential term

Zambia heads to the polls on 13 August 2026, with President Hakainde Hichilema seeking re-election among 14 contenders. Analysts and ordinary Zambians are weighing whether his…

Future up in smoke: Our sons are bitter, says the writer. They are emasculated and turn that rage against the girl child.  Photo: IOL

We ‘re mothers with debt and degrees; women with data, no title deeds

A veteran journalist from the Class of '76 reflects on the disillusionment and frustration felt after 1994, particularly concerning education, social services, and the…

Under scrutiny: The filming of The Trials of Winnie Mandela film that revisits, in depth, one of the most contested figures of South Africa’s liberation struggle. Photo: Supplied

The dangers of comfortable history

The executive producer of "The Trials of Winnie Mandela" reflects on the documentary series, arguing that history is existential and that the film aims to challenge comfortable,…

In Johannesburg, the regional executive committee (REC) is understood to have identified regional chairperson Loyiso Masuku as its preferred candidate for the City of Johannesburg’s mayoral position, party insiders familiar with the process say. (X)

Joburg ANC mayoral process faces scrutiny amid claims of flawed nomination process

Party insiders say concerns over compliance with ANC guidelines could result in the process being challenged or restarted, while similar disputes have emerged in other Gauteng…

The future of the National Freedom Party’s (NFP) eDumbe mayor, Sibusiso Shevu Mkhabela, hangs in the balance.
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More turmoil as NFP recalls its national chairperson, Mkhabela, amid power struggle

No reasons were given about what led to his recall from the party’s highest decision-making body. He was also removed as a member of the party’s national working committee

The Mail & Guardian understands that mayor Dada Morero did not make it onto the list submitted to Luthuli House for interviews for the mayoral position.
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EXCLUSIVE: Masuku advances, Morero misses out as ANC considers Nhlanhla Lux, Frank Chikane, Chichi Maponya and Jabu Moleketi for Johannesburg mayor

Although the REC has decided on Masuku, the ROBs have been mandated to choose two out of the four proposed names

Suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu. Photo: Delwyn Verasamy

Mchunu challenges committee report, alleging prejudicial findings

Parliament’s ad hoc committee defended the evidence leaders’ draft report after suspended Police Minister Senzo Mchunu objected to the findings that he dismantled the PKTT…

Championing cooperation: Kenyan President William Ruto and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Photo: GCIS

Migration diplomacy drive unveiled

Kenyan President William Ruto’s state visit highlights the tension shaping South Africa’s relations with the continent, along with other barriers to interregional trade

MK Party secretary-general Sibonelo Nomvalo

MK Party backs March and March

South Africans had surrendered certain areas because of illegal immigrants, party secretary-general Sibonelo Nomvalo said

South Africa instituted proceedings against Israel in December 2023 under the Genocide Convention

ICJ sets next phase of South Africa’s Gaza genocide case

The Presidency announced on Tuesday that the ICJ has given South Africa until 22 November 2027 to file its Reply to Israel’s Counter-Memorial, submitted in March this year