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Despite heavy rains, Western Cape’s wheat crop looks promising
Thought Leader
/ 12 August 2024

Despite heavy rains, Western Cape’s wheat crop looks promising

Warmer, drier weather in the coming weeks would boost production in the Western Cape where two-thirds of South Africa’s wheat is grown.

By Wandile Sihlobo
Ombudsman pays back R12.1 million to consumers
Business
/ 11 August 2024

Ombudsman pays back R12.1 million to consumers

Shoppers have had a rough time navigating online purchasing, which is rife with ‘deceptive practices’

By Lyse Comins
Patriarchy takes centre stage in the world of jazz
Friday
/ 11 August 2024

Patriarchy takes centre stage in the world of jazz

The music sector is rife with discrimination and harassment, making it difficult for women

By Aarti Bhana
Bill mandating pay gap disclosure for state-owned enterprises should make workers happier, says expert
Business
/ 10 August 2024

Bill mandating pay gap disclosure for state-owned enterprises should make workers happier, says expert

State-owned companies will have to disclose data on their highest and lowest paid employees in an effort to solve wage disparities and be more transparent

By Anathi Madubela
Cabinet applauds conviction of Home Affairs officials in fraudulent passport scheme
Crime
/ 8 August 2024

Cabinet applauds conviction of Home Affairs officials in fraudulent passport scheme

Home Affairs minister Leon Schreiber said the convictions proved that corruption could be defeated

By Mandisa Nyathi
Sisters in sustainability: The inspiring journey of Mo’s Crib
Friday
/ 8 August 2024

Sisters in sustainability: The inspiring journey of Mo’s Crib

The siblings turned a passion for eco-friendly design into decor company Mo’s Crib

By Lesego Chepape
Showdown for EFF secretary general post as supporters lobby for Mbuyiseni Ndlozi
Politics
/ 8 August 2024

Showdown for EFF secretary general post as supporters lobby for Mbuyiseni Ndlozi

Supporters are backing Ndlozi to challenge incumbent Marshall Dlamini as the battle hots up

By Mandisa Nyathi
SA’s new law a propeller for the continent, say African climate specialists
The Green Guardian
/ 6 August 2024

SA’s new law a propeller for the continent, say African climate specialists

South Africa is also playing a leading role during negotiations for climate policies, and is using its position to advance conversations for the whole of Africa

By Aarti Bhana
Will a tax on the rich solve the problem of extreme inequality in South Africa?
Opinion
/ 3 August 2024

Will a tax on the rich solve the problem of extreme inequality in South Africa?

Comprehensive reforms are required, including dismantling the neoliberal economic framework

By Thabo Motshweni
The triumph of Tshepiso Mazibuko: The essence of a generation
Friday
/ 2 August 2024

The triumph of Tshepiso Mazibuko: The essence of a generation

Thokoza-born photographer wins accolades in France by looking inward and telling the stories of South Africa’s born-frees in the townships

By Lesego Chepape
Unlock South Africa’s potential in the global video gaming industry
Opinion
/ 1 August 2024

Unlock South Africa’s potential in the global video gaming industry

The country’s revenue from the gaming industry was R7.3 billion in 2023. This can be increased by encouraging electronic sports and the development of local games as well as digital distribution platforms

By Sipho Ngwenya
GNU must reignite the culture of democracy
Opinion
/ 30 July 2024

GNU must reignite the culture of democracy

As authoritarianism entrenches itself globally, it is vital that South Africa inspires a return of accountability and participation

By Ross Harvey
A tale of two risings: Ireland and South Africa
Opinion
/ 27 July 2024

A tale of two risings: Ireland and South Africa

There are marked parallels between the two countries’ liberation wars

By Drew Forrest
EU, UK tax on imports will be a blow for African countries
Opinion
/ 27 July 2024

EU, UK tax on imports will be a blow for African countries

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism stands to negatively affect the continent

By Ozayr Patel
GNU: South Africa’s new social contract goes beyond political parties
Opinion
/ 25 July 2024

GNU: South Africa’s new social contract goes beyond political parties

Citizens have a role in building the country based on shared values and aspirations, and must hold the unity government to account

By Thabo Motshweni
Ingonyama Trust Board extends CEO Vela Mngwengwe’s contract despite MisuZulu’s objections
National
/ 24 July 2024

Ingonyama Trust Board extends CEO Vela Mngwengwe’s contract despite MisuZulu’s objections

Mngwengwe will remain in the post for another two years

By Paddy Harper
Appeal court rules against use of drones in SA recreational fishing
The Green Guardian
/ 22 July 2024

Appeal court rules against use of drones in SA recreational fishing

The ban on drones and remote-controlled boats is viewed as a win for marine conservation efforts by the environment department

By Sheree Bega
Ramaphosa’s speech to parliament listed South Africa’s old problems – but no new solutions
Thought Leader
/ 22 July 2024

Ramaphosa’s speech to parliament listed South Africa’s old problems – but no new solutions

The address should have set out how things would be done differently and better under the new government, instead of being a wish list

By Vinothan Naidoo
SA film industry calls for increased funding and efficient rebate processing
Friday
/ 21 July 2024

SA film industry calls for increased funding and efficient rebate processing

Delegates at the Durban Film Mart have raised concern about the processing of film incentive rebates

By Lyse Comins
South Africa’s potential as a leader in green steel production
Thought Leader
/ 19 July 2024

South Africa’s potential as a leader in green steel production

As a top producer of iron ore and rich in renewable energy, the country is well-placed to lead the transition

By Viren Sookhun
Addressing the double burden of malnutrition in South Africa during Mandela Month
Thought Leader
/ 18 July 2024

Addressing the double burden of malnutrition in South Africa during Mandela Month

Interventions such as immediate food relief and raising awareness are needed to address undernutrition and obesity

By Alan Browde
Effective implementation crucial to the success of public procurement legislation
Thought Leader
/ 17 July 2024

Effective implementation crucial to the success of public procurement legislation

Centralised oversight may lead to more standardised procurement practices, reducing discrepancies and promoting fairness, but it also carries risks

By Paul Vos
‘We killed it with our doccie’
Friday
/ 15 July 2024

‘We killed it with our doccie’

Youngsters’ film about Thokoza gets an enthusiastic reception at a festival in Portugal

By Tebadi Mmotla
Risky behaviour and coercion are driving the teen pregnancy crisis in rural South Africa
National
/ 14 July 2024

Risky behaviour and coercion are driving the teen pregnancy crisis in rural South Africa

According to the 2022-23 District Health Barometer, there has been a 6.1% increase in the number of deliveries by girls and women aged 10 to 19, over the past five years

By Aarti Bhana
Lessons for SA from French, UK elections
Opinion
/ 13 July 2024

Lessons for SA from French, UK elections

The Tories collapsed in the United Kingdom and in France after a second round there was the unexpected surge of success for the left

By Richard Pithouse
Play moves between dreaming and escaping
Friday
/ 11 July 2024

Play moves between dreaming and escaping

American play Dreamscape finds parallels in South Africa

By Lesego Chepape
Why the allure of the ‘Rwanda Model’ is misplaced
Opinion
/ 11 July 2024

Why the allure of the ‘Rwanda Model’ is misplaced

Dropping democracy for aspirant autocrats who will put everything in order with a big stick might not be all it’s cracked up to be

By Ross Harvey
Limpopo farmers forecast crop shortages after cold front, black frost
Business
/ 9 July 2024

Limpopo farmers forecast crop shortages after cold front, black frost

Farmers want Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen to visit areas in the province where potato and tomato crops, in particular, have been hit

By Anathi Madubela
Criticism all round of Ramaphosa’s ‘R670 million’ cabinet amid tax burden concerns
National
/ 7 July 2024

Criticism all round of Ramaphosa’s ‘R670 million’ cabinet amid tax burden concerns

An inflated cabinet filled with divergent viewpoints could also be a place in which any serious proposal for reform will go to die slowly, according to one expert

By Anathi Madubela
South African series Spinners triumphs at Shanghai TV Festival, winning Best Foreign TV Series award
Friday
/ 7 July 2024

South African series Spinners triumphs at Shanghai TV Festival, winning Best Foreign TV Series award

The local series Spinners won a top award in China last month.

By Rolland Simpi Motaung
Policy proposals for GNU to take centre stage at first cabinet lekgotla next week
Politics
/ 4 July 2024

Policy proposals for GNU to take centre stage at first cabinet lekgotla next week

President Cyril Ramaphosa set to unveil a medium-term strategic framework at the opening of parliament on 18 July

By Aarti Bhana
Local government reform: strengthening democracy in a coalition era
Opinion
/ 4 July 2024

Local government reform: strengthening democracy in a coalition era

With the advent of coalition politics at local and national level, policies are needed that help to maintain stability

By Siphesihle Mbhele
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