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Part I: ‘Afropessimism’ and the rituals of anti-black violence

Article Zamansele Nsele - 24 Jun 2020

Frank B Wilderson discusses 'Afropessimism', his memoir that analyses structural violence

Denis Goldberg: Man of integrity, freedom fighter and true mensch

Opinion Ronnie Kasrils - 7 May 2020

One of the truest tests of integrity is its blunt refusal to be compromised. — Chinua Achebe

Gee-gee gambling on the Sabbath

Article Ronnie Kasrils 1 - 3 Jan 2020

Former minister Ronnie Kasrils writes in his memoir about what turns a boychick from the Jo’burg suburb of Yeoville into an ANC underground operative

Zuma spins a dangerous narrative

Article Natasha Marrian - 19 Jul 2019

The former president’s claims about ANC spies is a political game of smoke and mirrors

Kasrils says he warned ANC about factions using spooks

Article Sarah Evans - 11 Mar 2019

The report, released on Saturday by President Cyril Ramaphosa, details how the intelligence services were used to advance Jacob Zuma's interests

SA economist whose work went global wrote with a deep idealism

Article Patrick Bond - 23 Feb 2018

'Terreblanche wrote with a deep idealism in a country frequently with the highest levels of inequality'

This soldier will fight for JZ till the end

Article Niren Tolsi - 17 Nov 2017

Kebby Maphatsoe, wary of Western ‘agents’, derides Ramaphosa as the white people’s darling

DA guns for SSA boss Arthur Fraser

Article Staff Reporter - 14 Nov 2017

The DA has threatened to take legal action if the police or the NPA refuse to prosecute State Security Agency director-general, Arthur Fraser.

Former Intelligence Minister asked Mbeki to stand for a third term to stop Zuma

Article Tshidi Madia - 8 Nov 2017

At his book launch, Ronnie Kasrils said he asked former president Thabo Mbeki to contest for the role of ANC president.

Who’s keeping an eye on South Africa’s spies? Nobody, and that’s the problem

Article Laurie Nathan - 26 Sep 2017

South Africa's intelligence services operate secretly and with minimal oversight. So citizens will probably never know exactly what they are up to.

ANC lives in its own bubble – Kasrils

Article Jeanette Chabalala - 24 Aug 2017

The ruling party is not honouring the confidentiality of the no confidence vote against Pres Zuma, former minister for intelligence services.

ANC veterans tell President Zuma to step down

Article Staff Reporter - 6 Apr 2016

ANC veterans and civil society members met at the steps of the Concourt on Wednesday and demanded that President Jacob Zuma resign.

Press Council orders Sunday Times to apologise to Kasrils

Article Sarah Evans - 24 Mar 2015

Press Council appeals panel has ordered the Sunday Times to apologise to Ronnie Kasrils over a misleading poster and story.

Kasrils sues after claim he set up Zuma for rape charge

Article Sapa & Jenni Evans - 22 Feb 2015

The former intelligence minister has filed summons claiming R1-million from Deputy Defence Minister Kebby Maphatsoe for his "false" statements.

Zuma Trust Founder awarded millions in navy contracts

Article Sapa - 14 Dec 2014

The awarding of R406-million in contracts to Zuma Trust Founder Don Mkhwanazi raises more questions around the secrecy in the Zuma presidency.

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The living nightmare of environmental activists who protest mine expansion

khaya koko & Oupa Nkosi - 29 Oct 2020

Last week Fikile Ntshangase was gunned down as activists fight mining company Tendele’s expansions. Community members tell the M&G about the ‘kill lists’ and the dread they live with every day

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Durban city manager says NPA erred in his bail conditions

des erasmus - 28 Oct 2020

The corruption-fraught metro is coming to grips with having a municipal manager who is on bail for graft, yet has returned to work

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SA justice delays extradition of paedophile to UK

Sarah Smit - 27 Oct 2020

Efforts to bring Lee Nigel Tucker to justice have spanned 16 years and his alleged victims have waited for 30 years

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Itec serves up high-tech integrated surveillance system for family food company

special reports - 27 Oct 2020

The system includes facial recognition software and a thermal screening solution that will provide instant temperature screening of all employees

Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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

Special Reports

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'