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59 learners in Giyani taken to hospital after eating food at school
National
/ 14 November 2024

59 learners in Giyani taken to hospital after eating food at school

The pupils fell ill after consuming a meal provided under the school’s nutrition programme and snacks

By Aarti Bhana
South African filmmakers call for cultural boycott against Israel
Friday
/ 14 November 2024

South African filmmakers call for cultural boycott against Israel

Media groups urge action to protect those risking their lives to document the crisis in Gaza

By Lesego Chepape
Trump’s return to power sparks uncertainty over US climate commitments
The Green Guardian
/ 14 November 2024

Trump’s return to power sparks uncertainty over US climate commitments

South Africa and other developing nations are pushing for a $1 trillion climate finance target

By Mandisa Nyathi
There is no water crisis, says Pemmy Majodina, just use it wisely
National
/ 12 November 2024

There is no water crisis, says Pemmy Majodina, just use it wisely

The minister’s statements come a day after the constitutional court said it was working remotely because of unreliable water supply

By Des Erasmus
Why South Africa needs electoral reform: A look at mixed-member proportional systems
Thought Leader
/ 12 November 2024

Why South Africa needs electoral reform: A look at mixed-member proportional systems

The country desperately needs a system that makes politicians accountable to voters, not their political parties

By Daniela Ellerbeck
Small-scale fishers take oil exploration fight to high court
The Green Guardian
/ 6 November 2024

Small-scale fishers take oil exploration fight to high court

The applicants are challenging a government decision that could pave the way for oil exploration in the Deep-Water Orange Basin off the west coast

By MG Reporter
Biden administration failed to fix strategic management issues at American diplomatic missions
Opinion
/ 4 November 2024

Biden administration failed to fix strategic management issues at American diplomatic missions

The US Congress may want to consider issues with ambassadorial appointments and mission-level strategic planning before the next presidential inauguration

By Michael Walsh
South Africa’s leaders must prioritise cybersecurity before it’s too late
Opinion
/ 2 November 2024

South Africa’s leaders must prioritise cybersecurity before it’s too late

‘The government needs to invest and prioritise cybersecurity to protect South Africa from criminals, terrorists, hackers, nation-state actors and other national security threats’

By Jabu Mtsweni and Mphahlela James Thaba
27s gang member sentenced to life for rape, murder of ex-girlfriend on 21st birthday
Crime
/ 30 October 2024

27s gang member sentenced to life for rape, murder of ex-girlfriend on 21st birthday

Calvin Cloete hacked Carmen Gouws to death with an axe and stomped on her back with such force that he left shoe imprints

By MG Reporter
SA’s LGBTI market contributes R250 billion annually to economy
Business
/ 30 October 2024

SA’s LGBTI market contributes R250 billion annually to economy

According to The Other Foundation’s latest report, this showcases economic resilience and growth

By Umamah Bakharia
Ramaphosa: South Africa has given the ICJ proof of genocide in Gaza
Politics
/ 29 October 2024

Ramaphosa: South Africa has given the ICJ proof of genocide in Gaza

Its papers to the UN tribunal served as reminder of the suffering of Palestinians and Israel’s defiance on international covenants, the president said

By Emsie Ferreira
The DA holds off on its planned court challenge to the Bela Act but will not budge on contentious clauses
Politics
/ 29 October 2024

The DA holds off on its planned court challenge to the Bela Act but will not budge on contentious clauses

The Democratic Alliance has promised to launch a legal battle if the government of national unity clearing house fails to provide resolutions to its concerns

By Mandisa Nyathi
South Africa must grow agricultural exports within Brics
Opinion
/ 28 October 2024

South Africa must grow agricultural exports within Brics

As well as finding new markets, the country should focus on nurturing existing ones

By Wandile Sihlobo
Ibrahim report finds SA’s governance has not improved much since 2014
National
/ 23 October 2024

Ibrahim report finds SA’s governance has not improved much since 2014

The 2024 Ibrahim Index of African Governance report ranks South Africa and Mauritius in the top two in the business and labour environment

By Umamah Bakharia
Inflation cools to 3.8% in September
National
/ 23 October 2024

Inflation cools to 3.8% in September

This is the lowest reading for inflation in South Africa since April 2021 

By Aarti Bhana
US ‘anti-rights’ groups boost spending in Africa to over $16 million
Africa
/ 22 October 2024

US ‘anti-rights’ groups boost spending in Africa to over $16 million

Christian rights groups have spent millions over four years in efforts to push anti-abortion and anti-LGBTQIA+ agendas

By Umamah Bakharia
100 Days of GNU: South Africa’s ‘forced marriage’ is working for the country
Thought Leader
/ 20 October 2024

100 Days of GNU: South Africa’s ‘forced marriage’ is working for the country

Ministers from various parties at national level are taking their portfolios seriously and working together

By Noluthando Dlamini and Enzokuhle Sabela
e-Services in South Africa exacerbate inequality through digital barriers
Thought Leader
/ 20 October 2024

e-Services in South Africa exacerbate inequality through digital barriers

Challenges detract from technology’s potential to allow users to engage with structures of political and public life, leaving many without a say

By Mmabatho Mongae
ANC infighting threatens GNU more than tensions with DA
Politics
/ 18 October 2024

ANC infighting threatens GNU more than tensions with DA

Strains are evident, but a cabinet ‘clearing house’ will offer the unity government a way of dealing with disputes

By Emsie Ferreira, Paddy Harper, Lunga Mzangwe and Mandisa Nyathi
Space for thought in Ruby Onyinyechi Amanze’s Light Blue Violet
Friday
/ 17 October 2024

Space for thought in Ruby Onyinyechi Amanze’s Light Blue Violet

An exhibition of drawings invites viewers to explore the fluidity of space and the art of deep seeing

By Lesego Chepape
Hlophe says GNU has failed citizens and puts elites first
Politics
/ 17 October 2024

Hlophe says GNU has failed citizens and puts elites first

The government of national unity has betrayed the trust of South African citizens, according to the uMkhonto weSizwe deputy president

By Mandisa Nyathi
Building a people-powered plan for South Africa through national dialogue
Thought Leader
/ 17 October 2024

Building a people-powered plan for South Africa through national dialogue

A national dialogue offers the opportunity to unite South Africans around a common vision, thereby giving rise to a people of national unity

By Klaus Kotze
South Africa condemns Israel’s incursion into Lebanon
National
/ 14 October 2024

South Africa condemns Israel’s incursion into Lebanon

The global community cannot remain indifferent to the violation of international law, Dirco said

By Emsie Ferreira
Two-pot a R4bn bonanza for Sars
Business
/ 13 October 2024

Two-pot a R4bn bonanza for Sars

Many South Africans are relying on the new two-pot retirement system for immediate financial relief

By Anathi Madubela
Surnames preserve and conserve African culture and heritage
Opinion
/ 10 October 2024

Surnames preserve and conserve African culture and heritage

Traditional names tell stories, full of cultural significance and indigenous knowledge, passed down through the ages

By Robert Kigongo
SA’s G20 presidency a chance to reform global governance
Opinion
/ 8 October 2024

SA’s G20 presidency a chance to reform global governance

Global financial reforms, action to mitigate and adapt to climate change, a just energy transition and ensuring food security should be central to its work

By Darlington Tshuma and Bongiwe Ngcobo
New Eastern Cape massacre sparks urgent calls for action on gun violence
National
/ 7 October 2024

New Eastern Cape massacre sparks urgent calls for action on gun violence

The latest mass shooting, which left six people dead in Qumbu, follows the killing of 18 people in the province last month

By Mandisa Nyathi
Can BYD drive electric vehicles in South Africa forward?
Motoring
/ 7 October 2024

Can BYD drive electric vehicles in South Africa forward?

With new energy vehicle sales finally starting to surge in South Africa, the Chinese manufacturer has the cheapest one on the market

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Diary: Design Week South Africa kicks off, African Women artists shine in London, look out for the inaugural Hazendal Festival
Friday
/ 4 October 2024

Diary: Design Week South Africa kicks off, African Women artists shine in London, look out for the inaugural Hazendal Festival

Your essential dose of art and culture

By Lesego Chepape
Will the complexities of coalition governments undermine local governance in South Africa?
Opinion
/ 2 October 2024

Will the complexities of coalition governments undermine local governance in South Africa?

The success of coalition governments hinges on the ability of coalitions to rise above political differences and prioritise the needs of the people they serve

By Otshepeng Mazibuko
South Africa’s maize production prospects lowered again
Opinion
/ 30 September 2024

South Africa’s maize production prospects lowered again

The effects of the mid-summer drought are being felt but the country’s needs should be met with some over for export

By Wandile Sihlobo
Western Cape woman celebrates 118th birthday
National
/ 27 September 2024

Western Cape woman celebrates 118th birthday

Margaret Maritz had a small party at her care home in Touws River

By Afp
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