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Pick n Pay: How labour has fared in Ackerman’s empire
/ 13 September 2023

Pick n Pay: How labour has fared in Ackerman’s empire

The retail giant was known for his role in opposing apartheid-era labour restrictions. But as economic conditions became tough, so did Pick n Pay

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Action SA Western Cape supporters sceptical of coalition with DA, says provincial chair
/ 12 September 2023

Action SA Western Cape supporters sceptical of coalition with DA, says provincial chair

Michelle Wasserman said her party was not aiming to take away votes from the DA in next year’s provincial elections, but rather from the ANC

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The high cost of austerity
/ 11 September 2023

The high cost of austerity

Another round of spending cuts stand to shake the governing party’s already rickety foundations

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SA’s cannabis growers may bloom
/ 9 September 2023

SA’s cannabis growers may bloom

The production of cannabis and hemp for medicinal and industrial purposes finally gets a boost from the government

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More history, less critique in ANC’s 2019 elections manifesto review
/ 9 September 2023

More history, less critique in ANC’s 2019 elections manifesto review

The governing party asks voters to ignore its failings and focus on its long-term successes

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Joburg fire: Housing policy fails people – and the economy
/ 8 September 2023

Joburg fire: Housing policy fails people – and the economy

The country’s biggest city will continue to grow as people seek jobs and a better life. But a ‘resentment’ towards urbanisation has prevented the government from unlocking its economic opportunities

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Joburg CBD: How politics brought the city to its knees
/ 8 September 2023

Joburg CBD: How politics brought the city to its knees

Two former mayors tell of Johannesburg’s challenges, which led to last week’s fatal blaze

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80 Albert Street: ‘It was a place for poor people, it’s not like we wanted to stay there’
/ 8 September 2023

80 Albert Street: ‘It was a place for poor people, it’s not like we wanted to stay there’

The 80 Albert Street blaze was a tragedy waiting to happen – as are many other buildings in the city

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Cryptic Crossword 395
/ 7 September 2023

Cryptic Crossword 395

5 22 to block the Scot
(6)

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08 September 2023
/ 7 September 2023

08 September 2023

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Saudi Arabia still mulling Brics invite, says its ambassador to South Africa
/ 6 September 2023

Saudi Arabia still mulling Brics invite, says its ambassador to South Africa

Sultan Al Angari said Saudi Arabia would like to ensure that joining would not lead to alignment against other countries or groups, and did not affect the kingdom’s political positions

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Media workers fold under economic strain
/ 5 September 2023

Media workers fold under economic strain

Newsrooms, like many workplaces around the country, are struggling — and we need to pay attention

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INTERVIEW: Still a strong case for lower inflation target, says Kganyago
/ 5 September 2023

INTERVIEW: Still a strong case for lower inflation target, says Kganyago

The Reserve Bank governor said lower inflation gives central banks more room to respond to economic shocks

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uMngeni’s Pappas to be named DA premier candidate for KZN
/ 4 September 2023

uMngeni’s Pappas to be named DA premier candidate for KZN

The 32-year-old is known for his work ethic and people skills

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Online racism rampant in China
/ 1 September 2023

Online racism rampant in China

Given its undeniable control over the internet, does the state have a responsibility to halt the hatred?

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Electoral Amendment Act ‘will end free and fair elections’
/ 1 September 2023

Electoral Amendment Act ‘will end free and fair elections’

‘Onerous’ signature and deposit requirements prevent access for independents and new parties

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Illegal mining: Roodepoort residents are ‘prisoners’ of turf wars
/ 1 September 2023

Illegal mining: Roodepoort residents are ‘prisoners’ of turf wars

The displacement of illegal artisanal mining gangs by the police causes the miners to flee to other areas, resulting in violent turf wars that spill over into neighbouring areas

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Illegal mining: High risks to environment, infrastructure
/ 1 September 2023

Illegal mining: High risks to environment, infrastructure

The effect of illegal mining includes sabotaged pipelines that contaminate the environment, illegal water usage, sinkholes, underground fires and explosions

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Illegal mining: ‘The gold is there, people are hungry and mines are closed’
/ 1 September 2023

Illegal mining: ‘The gold is there, people are hungry and mines are closed’

The informal economy around zama zama mining has replaced that of large-scale mining companies that have abandoned or closed their mines

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01 September 2023
/ 31 August 2023

01 September 2023

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Cryptic Crossword 394
/ 31 August 2023

Cryptic Crossword 394

8D Age dryly, wrinkled, in little Eastern Cape village (4,4)

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EXPLAINER: Even as inflation falls, homebuyers hold off
/ 30 August 2023

EXPLAINER: Even as inflation falls, homebuyers hold off

Interest rates will probably remain much higher than their pre-pandemic average, as the Reserve Bank guards against ongoing inflation risks

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Modi: Defence cooperation an important pillar in India-Africa relations
/ 29 August 2023

Modi: Defence cooperation an important pillar in India-Africa relations

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi says that he believes his country should share expertise and knowledge with the Africa continent in defence manufacturing, research and development

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Will SA lose its footing amid China’s great rebalancing act?
/ 29 August 2023

Will SA lose its footing amid China’s great rebalancing act?

To realise sustainable growth, the economic superpower must change tack, and South Africa must be ready to adjust

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FlySafair not threatened by SAA return, welcomes competition
/ 25 August 2023

FlySafair not threatened by SAA return, welcomes competition

The low-cost carrier has gained ground since taking to the skies in October 2014

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Corporates move into township economy
/ 25 August 2023

Corporates move into township economy

Tiger Brands and delivery services such as Uber Eats are targeting this growing market

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Russia, China win as Brics grows
/ 25 August 2023

Russia, China win as Brics grows

Iran polarised the five member states, with Russia fighting aggressively for its inclusion in the bloc, according to insiders

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25 August 2023
/ 24 August 2023

25 August 2023

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EXCLUSIVE: AU will be part of G20 during my presidency, says Narendra Modi
/ 24 August 2023

EXCLUSIVE: AU will be part of G20 during my presidency, says Narendra Modi

In a wide ranging interview with the Mail & Guardian, the Indian prime minister placed great importance on Africa’s position in geopolitics

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Cryptic Crossword 393
/ 24 August 2023

Cryptic Crossword 393

7A. Murders king – left with troubles (4)

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Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Argentina to become permanent members of Brics
/ 24 August 2023

Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Argentina to become permanent members of Brics

Iran, which was favoured by the Russians, is said to have also received the nod from the Brazilians, but various sanctions are likely to be its stumbling block 

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Zondo commission punished with costs order in Salim Essa case
/ 21 August 2023

Zondo commission punished with costs order in Salim Essa case

The order raises questions as to who directs the defence of challenges to the work of commissions of inquiry

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