Economists expect Nigeria, already the continent’s most populous nation and largest oil producer, to soon overtake South Africa in terms of GDP.
Leaders in the public and private sectors must show they are serious about change.
In the wake of the shooting of Reeva Steenkamp at Oscar Pistorius’s home, the M&G spoke to politicians and leaders on their thoughts on gun control in SA.
Three quick wickets before lunch kept South Africa in the hunt on day four of the second Test against Pakistan at Newlands, Cape Town, on Sunday.
Large investment from state-owned firms may overwhelm Zimbabwe’s traditional trading partner, South Africa.
SA inflicted more pain on Pakistan after declaring with a lead of 479 and taking a wicket before lunch on the third day of the first Test.
French and Malian troops have sealed off Timbuktu after fleeing rebels torched buildings including a South African-funded prized manuscript library.
The Chinese model of state-led development has garnered wide support from a number of African governments, but it comes with governance-related risks.
A sublime unbeaten 145 by Kane Williamson has led New Zealand to a 27-run victory over the Proteas.
Many felt that author JM Coetzee’s honorary doctorate speech at Wits was removed from the realities of SA education. Listen to the speech.
Australia struck two blows with the wickets of Graeme Smith and Hashim Amla to have SA in deep trouble in their chase to win the second Test.
After a stellar day with the bat on Sunday, Jacques Kallis declared himself ready to play his part with the ball against Australia.
Jacques Kallis and Hashim Amla were dismissed after completing centuries on Sunday but SA remained in control after reaching 434 for seven.
On a visit to SA, Serena and Venus Williams emphasised their desire to inspire youngsters — and took part in a tennis clinic in Soweto.
South Africa’s batsmen got valuable time at the crease ahead of the Test after their match against Australia A petered out to a draw on Sunday.
Australia’s ageing batsman Ricky Ponting says he’s put himself through a gruelling training regime to be ready to face South Africa.
Julius Malema visited striking workers at the Westonaria Goldfields mine. He lambasted the ANC and told the workers to fight. Watch the video.
Highlights from our interview with Cosatu general secretary Zwelinzima Vavi. Did Cosatu fail at Marikana? Will Vavi run for an ANC position? This, and more.
Cosatu’s Zwelinzima Vavi fields tough questions on the union’s lack of leadership at Marikana, running for office in the ANC and more — full podcast.
SA’s Lira chats about her experience at the BET awards, and tells us about her upcoming performance at the Arts Alive festival.
Malema’s not fooling about as Marikana mourns, while Greece goes bankrupt and Prince Harry goes au naturel. In a nutshell.
South Africa unites behind the Paralympians as they jet off to London in search of gold.
The Lonmin tragedy has touched even the Pimples. While the politicians talk and the miners mourn, there are greater consequences to what happened in Marikana.
Capital Radio may be back on SA’s radio waves sooner than expected, and with the upswell of support behind the rebellious radio station, it could be successful.
The Lonmin shooting has cost Zuma dearly, with Juju calling on him to resign – and divisions have begin to emerge within Cosatu too, on the Road to Mangaung.
As the Lonmin story unfolds, the M&G takes a closer look at how the tragic circumstances played out.
Updates on Syria, Israel, e-tolls, Bobby Motaung, and Khanyi Mbau – everything you need to be in the know this weekend.
Pressure’s mounting on SA’s Medicines Control Council to register the use of Truvada by the HIV-negative to lower chances of being infected with HIV.
Join us on a tour of Zumaville, President Zuma’s new crib. We’re super impressed by JZ’s taste in ablution facilities and can’t help but shower him with praise.
Mathews Phosa and Kgalema Motlanthe have finally broken their silence on President Zuma’s leadership qualities. So what does it mean as Mangaung approaches?
Around 20 000 people descended on the dusty, rocking ‘n rolling festival this year. Themed SweetThing, we ask people about their sweetest thing at Oppi.
The SADC summit in Maputo, Mozambique, this month will consider approving the regional infrastructure development master plan.